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The Charity Commission expects trustees to take compliance with accounting requirements seriously. It was not impressed with the 97 charities, with a collective income of almost £195 million, who filed accounts where their auditors stated that the accounts were or might be materially misstated. The Commission identified that adverse opinions were given by auditors for the following reasons: - 2 charities were not going concerns - 45 were not compliant with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice because: - 27 had incorrectly valued their property and investment assets - 11 had not included pension scheme liabilities in the accounts - 5 had not prepared group accounts when they were required to do so - 2 had incorrectly valued their stock or grant commitments - There was a lack of evidence in the accounting records to support the accounts in a further 50 charities. The Commission has directed the charities concerned to address the issues raised by their auditors, reminding them that their accounts must be “accurate, transparent and complete to ensure that they do not misrepresent the charity’s financial circumstances and mislead existing and potential supporters, funders or beneficiaries”. Wayne Thomas, charities partner at Bates Weston reminds clients that: “As of 1 May 2017, auditors are required to report giving a modified audit opinion to the appropriate charity regulator as soon as possible. Bates Weston works with its clients to ensure that any issues regarding financial controls or gaps in accounting records are spotted and addressed as part of our ongoing relationship, minimising the chances that a modified audit report will be required.” If you would like to speak to Wayne regarding our specialist charities audit service, please do contact him. 01332 365855 [email protected].

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To leverage the growing trend in Korean food, Roland Foods is excited to launch its new line of Roland® Korean Pastes. we have Gochujang, The pastes are fermented products featuring assertive and bold flavors, yet are remarkably versatile and perfect in fusion dishes. 17.6 OZ. Wide-mouthed tub. Fermented Hot Chili paste

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What is the average salary of a professional football player? - The Atlanta Falcons had the highest average annual player salary in the 2019/20 season – each of their players took home an average of 4.71 million U.S. dollars. In comparison, the team with the lowest wage bill, the Miami Dolphins with an average annual revenue of 2.05 million U.S. dollars per player in 2019/20. - 1 How much do NFL football players get paid? - 2 How much does NFL players make a week? - 3 Do football players get paid weekly? - 4 Who is the richest NFL player? - 5 What is the highest paying sport? - 6 How much does a NFL Waterboy make? - 7 What is Tom Brady’s salary? - 8 Do NFL players get paid when hurt? - 9 What is Messi’s weekly wage? - 10 How much money does Messi make? - 11 What job makes the most money? How much do NFL football players get paid? As per the league’s Collective Bargaining Agreement established in March 2020, NFL players’ minimum salary measured up to $660,000 in the 2021 season. Since 2011, salaries have risen by nearly $300,000 in 10 years, according to Statistica. How much does NFL players make a week? Players with two or fewer accrued NFL seasons earn at least $9,200 per week, which equals $165,600 for 18 weeks spent on the practice squad. Do football players get paid weekly? Long story short, each NFL player under contract gets paid every week from the start of the season and up to its end. Each NFL player – or their agent – usually negotiates a number of bonuses to be included in his contract. These include: Signing bonus: Money earned when the player signs his contract with the team. Who is the richest NFL player? Who is the NFL’s highest paid player? Star quarterbacks top the list - Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs; $45 million. - Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills: $43 million. - Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys: $40 million. - Deshaun Watson, Houston Texans: $39 million. - Russell Wilson, Seattle Seahawks, $35 million. What is the highest paying sport? Average player salary in the sports industry by league 2019/20. With each player taking home a handsome 8.32 million U.S. dollars every year, the NBA is the professional sports league with the highest player wages worldwide. How much does a NFL Waterboy make? How much does an NFL waterboy make? The typical starting salary for a waterboy is $53,000 per year according to stack.com. However, with more experience one can earn a lot more than this. What is Tom Brady’s salary? 2018: 2-year, $30 million restructured contract. 2019: 1-year, $23 million contract extension. 2020: 2-year, $50 million contract. 2021: 1-year, $25 million extension. Do NFL players get paid when hurt? The amount of money a player receives while injured or recovering from an injury depends on what has been agreed upon in the contract. With non-football injuries, it is left to the discretion of the team as to whether the player is to be paid. What is Messi’s weekly wage? Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain – 1,325,000 dollars per week. How much money does Messi make? Free-agent superstar Lionel Messi joined French side Paris Saint-Germain in the most high-profile player move of the summer in Europe. Reports state that Messi’s two-year contract with PSG gives him a $41 million annual net salary, including bonuses. What job makes the most money? Here are the highest paying jobs of 2021: - Anesthesiologist: $208,000. - Surgeon: $208,000. - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon: $208,000. - Obstetrician and Gynecologist: $208,000. - Orthodontist: $208,000. - Prosthodontist: $208,000. - Psychiatrist: $208,000.

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Classic, but a Must (579) 2006-05-08 19:58 You've definitely matched my shot! Well done. Crisp, great reflection, few people, well balanced. Rohtang - Pile Of Dead Bodies??? (579) 2006-02-10 13:33 I don't think it would really be cheating to clone out the transmission tower in the background, and it would add a lot to the photo. Well done, very peaceful nature. TFS! Powder and Paint (579) 2006-02-10 13:32 The best photo I've seen from you. Great action, wonderful colors and POV. TFS! (579) 2006-02-10 13:30 An unusual POV that works very well. Definitely got my attention. A good green theme runs throughout the photo too. (579) 2006-02-10 13:29 Wonderful light, good strong expressions. I'm not sure I like the framing though - I think I would have left more room on top of their heads and included their feet. Journey to the Land of the Mists... (579) 2006-02-10 13:28 bravo, good moody photo. The road draws the viewer in. TFS! Sea and Sky by kfdutch (34) (579) 2006-01-26 20:09 I really like the soft colors in this, it's a beautiful light you've captured. My only -ve is that it looks a little tilted but I think that's an optical illusion from the curve of the coastline. TFS! (579) 2006-01-19 15:09 Points for the title ;) Nice angle. Well done (579) 2006-01-16 20:00 Another great dead sea photo. Perfectly framed. For fun I tried to convert it to grayscale, but I prefer what you have. Grayscale makes it look like a winter scene. TFS! Dusty road to nowhere (579) 2006-01-16 19:56 Very good shot. I like the mud-streaked windshield, showing evidence of a previously not-so-clean road. The hat distracts, however. The colors are vivid and crisp, and urge the viewer to the horizon. TFS! Kelly Silver (31) Rachel Hill (40) Radu Borzea (42) Abc Abc (43)

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Research in Motion has changed the name of its digital storefront simply to BlackBerry World, dropping App from the moniker to reflect its expansion into a broader entertainment hub offering music and videos. The move comes a week before the embattled mobile device maker is set to launch BlackBerry10, the latest version of its operating system, which RIM is counting on to revive its fortunes. Providing a wider selection of digital content has become ever more crucial for RIM to compete with Apple’s App Store and iTunes, Google Play and Amazon’s Cloud Player and Appstore. As of November, RIM had only 7.3% of the U.S. smartphone market, down from 8.3% in August, according to comScore. While RIM announced the addition of music, TV shows and movies back in September, it has not revealed what companies it is partnering with or the scope of the content catalogs coming to BlackBerry World. In today's announcement, the company said only that changes to the updated storefront would start rolling out online and extend to BlackBerry tablets and smartphones in the coming weeks. Much of the success of the upgraded BlackBerry World will hinge on the quality and extent of the expanded multimedia inventory. As it is, BlackBerry had only 105,000 apps as of September, compared to roughly 700,000 each on Google Play and the App Store. But BlackBerry World also promises to browse and buy content with a more streamlined design across devices. “If you find something you love and want to tell the world, you can easily share it with your friends over BBM, Facebook and Twitter. Also, you can simply tap smartphones together and invite your friends to download it -- just like that,” stated today’s post on the company’s InsideBlackBerry blog. While early buzz around BlackBerry 10 has generated optimism, the company faces a steep uphill climb to challenge either iOS or Android in smartphones and tablets. Globally, BlackBerry had 4.2% share of the smartphone market, compared to 2% for Windows Phone, as of the third quarter of 2012. Separately, RIM is also considering licensing the BlackBerry OS to help reverse its declining share. CEO Thorsten Heins told daily German newspaper Die Welt that RIM is looking into strategic alliances with other technology companies once BlackBerry 10 is launched. Most large manufacturers, like Samsung and LG, have lined up with Android, while Nokia two years ago made Windows Phone its primary smartphone platform.

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1. You refine heroin for a living, but you have a moral objection to beer. 2. You own a $3,000 machine gun and $5,000 rocket launcher, but you can’t afford shoes. 3. You have more wives than teeth. 4. You wipe your butt with your bare left hand, but consider bacon ‘unclean.’ 5. You think vests come in two styles: bullet-proof and suicide. 6. You can’t think of anyone you HAVEN’T declared Jihad against. 7. You consider television dangerous, but routinely carry explosives in yo ur clothing. 8. You were amazed to discover that cell phones have uses other than setting off roadside bombs. 9. You’ve often uttered the phrase, ‘I love what you’ve done with your cave.’ 10. You have nothing against women and think every man should own at least one. 11. You bathe at least monthly whether necessary or not. 12. You have a crush on your neighbor’s goat. - '08 Election - 1st Amendment - 2nd Amendment - civil rights - Fed Reserve - Federal Reserve - intellectual property - intelligence gathering - Justice Department - law enforcement - national security - POTUS Elections - public policy - Social Security - Supreme Court - abortion Admaninejad afghanistan Africa al qaeda Al Sharpton appeasement Arabs bailout Banking Crisis blacks bush cap and trade chicago China Clinton Communism Congress credit crisis crime debate Dick Morris england environmentalism EU Europe facebook Fox News Germany ghetto Glenn Beck Global Warming guns Harvard international Iran Iraq Israel joke Lisbon Treaty McCain men Mexicans mortgage murder muslims O.J. Simpson Obama oil oil price Olympics Pat Buchanan Paulson petroleum racism Reagan rev wright Sarkozy Senate sex Social Security South Africa tax evasion torture Trade Treasury trinity Vanity Fair violence Wachovia war weaponry Wells Fargo women work

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4:35 PM ET, January 4, 2014 Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN They'll meet for the second time in three weeks Saturday at Indianapolis in an AFC wild-card game. The Colts (11-5) have won three straight while allowing 20 points, including a 23-7 victory at Kansas City on Dec. 22. "I think if you check the last six Super Bowl winners, they got hot at the right time," Indianapolis defensive end Robert Mathis said. "That's what it's all about, getting hot at the right time." The Chiefs (11-5) have lost two in a row, but they approached Week 17 cautiously and now expect to have wide receiver Dwayne Bowe (concussion), linebacker Justin Houston (dislocated elbow) and left tackle Braden Albert (hyperextended knee) as they try to end a seven-game playoff losing streak. However, the status of linebacker Tamba Hali (knee) is up in the air, and right tackle Eric Fisher could miss this game due to a strained groin. Neither practiced Thursday, though coach Andy Reid remained optimistic Hali would play as long as the swelling subsides. "It's the start of a new season. That's how the playoffs work," Reid said. "You're in the dance, as they say. It's another phase of the season. You've worked very hard as a team to get into this position. Now it's important that you exhaust yourself to make sure you're right." A 30-10 win over Jacksonville on Sunday closed out the Colts' regular season on a high note. Andrew Luck completed 26 of 37 for 282 yards and a touchdown, finishing his sophomore regular season with 23 TDs for the second straight year while cutting his interceptions in half to nine. That followed their Week 16 win over the Chiefs in which Luck improved to 2-0 against Kansas City. He went 26 of 37 for 241 yards while counterpart Alex Smith was 16 for 28 for 153 yards and an interception. Kansas City missed out on the AFC West title and a first-round bye with its late-season struggles, though some of its key players had a designed week off in Sunday's 27-24 loss at San Diego. Smith was among them. "Obviously, guys are going to be feeling pretty fresh, so that's a good thing," Smith said. "It will really help us as far as the week goes, having a great week of preparation." Prior to the loss to the Colts, Smith had thrown seven TDs without an interception in wins at Washington and Oakland. The Chiefs went 6-1 on the road with Smith at quarterback this year, and he threw 11 TDs and one pick in those games. He now gets another shot at a Colts defense that forced eight turnovers in the last three games while allowing nine third-down conversions in 37 chances. The defensive efficiency hasn't been there all season, and the team now looks back at a players meeting during the second half of the season as a turning point. "It was an important moment for us as a defensive unit, and the results are where they are now. We finished December strong," end Cory Redding told the team's official website. "It was basically just coming together, putting things out on the table as a unit. Get anything that's going to hold us back from achieving our goal out in the open and, 'Let's talk about it, let's hash it out and let's get to playing football fun and together as a unit.' That's what we did." Kansas City's defense had a stronger start, leading the Chiefs to a 9-0 start before injuries and inconsistency settled in as the team lost five of its last seven. It allowed 12.3 points per game in its first nine and 27.7 in the last seven. The Chiefs know the Colts offense doesn't cause itself many problems, yielding a league-low 14 turnovers. Kansas City was tied for second with 18, four of which came against Indianapolis. "That's a challenge I think both ways -- both offensively and defensively," Reid said. "(The Colts are) efficient with the ball, they don't have a lot of penalties that are called against them and they don't turn the ball over much. That's this time of the year, you've got to eliminate mistakes. Mistakes get magnified in the playoffs." The Chiefs haven't won a playoff game since the 1993 season, with three losses during their postseason skid coming against the Colts. Indianapolis has dropped three straight in the postseason after last season's 24-9 wild-card loss to eventual Super Bowl champion Baltimore. More from ESPN.com Pot charge against Chiefs' Bowe dismissed Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe, who was arrested in November for marijuana possession, pleaded guilty Wednesday in Riverside, Mo., Municipal Court to lesser charges of littering and defective equipment. Bowe's attorney seeks to suppress evidence An attorney for Kansas City Chiefs receiver Dwayne Bowe has filed a motion to suppress evidence related to his arrest for possessing marijuana. Colts' Wayne expects to be cleared April 25 Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne, who tore his ACL in Week 7 last season, said he expects to be cleared for football activities on April 25. Chadiha: Quiet Chiefs need statement in draft Limited in free agency for cap reasons, the Chiefs are under pressure to land impact rookies in the '14 draft, Jeffri Chadiha writes. Recent Blog Posts |Avg Points Allowed||45.0||44.0| Team Averages & NFL Ranks |TEAM OFFENSE||TEAM||PER GAME AVERAGE| |TEAM DEFENSE||TEAM||PER GAME AVERAGE| |Pass Yds Allowed||KC| |Rush Yds Allowed||KC| Head to Head Matchups (Since 2001) |Indianapolis leads 8-2| |Dec 22, 2013||KC 7, IND 23| |Dec 23, 2012||KC 13, IND 20| |Oct 9, 2011||KC 28, @IND 24| |Oct 10, 2010||KC 9, @IND 19| |Nov 18, 2007||KC 10, @IND 13| |Jan 6, 2007||KC 8, @IND 23| |Oct 31, 2004||KC 45, IND 35| |Jan 11, 2004||KC 31, IND 38| |Oct 25, 2001||KC 28, IND 35| Justin Houston is probable for today's game while Tamba Hali is a game-time decision. The Chiefs would prefer it if both played, as their sack rate nearly doubles with both on field.[+] Alex Smith rushed for 41 yards in the 1st half, his second most in ANY half in his career (49 yards in 1st half of Week 2 vs Cowboys). It's the fourth-most rush yards by a quarterback in the 1st half of a playoff game in the last 10 seasons.[+] Dwayne Bowe finished the game with eight catches for 150 yards and a touchdown. Bowe had 81 yards in the first quarter alone, which was his most in an entire game since Week 4 of 2012. Alex Smith converted 5-of-6 dropbacks on third down in the first half, throwing for 109 yards and two touchdowns. His only incompletion was a Hail Mary at the end of the second quarter. In the second half, the Colts limited Smith to 3-of-9 conversions on third or fourth-down dropbacks (completed 5-of-9 passes). The Chiefs sent four or fewer rushers on 47-of-49 dropbacks (96 percent), the highest percentage Luck has faced in his career. Kansas City had not sent extra rushers on fewer than 28 percent of dropbacks in a game this season. The Colts did an excellent job protecting Andrew Luck, who was pressured on only 7-of-49 dropbacks Saturday (career low 14 percent), including 2-of-26 in the second half. Neither Tamba Hali nor Justin Houston (one combined sack) could generate consistent pressure on Luck, who finished with a career-high 443 passing yards.[+] Andrew Luck Dropbacks, 2013 Season T.Y. Hilton: 1st red zone touchdown since catching 2 in Week 9 at Texans (3rd overall) 1st touchdown overall since Week 9 Despite entering the second half with a 21-point lead, the Chiefs dropped back to pass 67 percent of the time before even losing the lead late. The Chiefs dropped back to pass on six of eight plays when leading by 21 points, including Alex Smith's sack-fumble that setup a Donald Brown touchdown. The Chiefs dropped back to pass 61 percent of first-half snaps.[+] Chiefs 2nd-Half Dropback Percentage This Season The Chiefs became the fourth team in NFL history to make the playoffs in the season after losing 14 games, and each of those teams lost their first playoff game.[+] Made Playoffs Year After Losing 14 Games - NFL History Andrew Luck went 8-of-9 passing more than 10 yards downfield in the second half Saturday, connecting on all four attempts to T.Y. Hilton, including the eventual game-winning touchdown. Luck was only 3-of-7 on such passes in the first half, going 1-of-3 to Hilton with an interception.[+] Andrew Luck Passing More Than 10 Yards Downfield Saturday Andrew Luck led the Colts on two fourth-quarter touchdown drives, including a go-ahead 64-yard touchdown to T.Y. Hilton with 4:21 remaining. Including the playoffs, Luck has the highest fourth-quarter Total QBR when trailing in the fourth this season.[+] Donnie Avery's 79-yard touchdown catch was the longest touchdown reception in the playoffs since the 2011 Wild Card round, when Demaryius Thomas caught an 80-yard pass from Tim Tebow in overtime.[+] With his 13th reception, T.Y. Hilton has set the Colts' franchise record for receptions in a playoff game, originally set by Raymond Berry in 1958.[+] The Chiefs entered the playoffs having lost their last 2 regular season games, which isn't a good omen for Kansas City. There have only been 2 teams to win the Super Bowl after losing their last 2 regular season games (the 2009 Saints, 1967 Packers). Every other team won at least 1 of their last 2 regular season games. The 217 passing yards allowed on throws more than 10 yards downfield by the Chiefs yesterday are the third most in a half this season. The eight completions allowed are the most they've given up in a half and tied for the second most among all teams this season. Andrew Luck led his 11th career 4th quarter/overtime game-winning drive in the Colts win, the most in the NFL since the start of last season, including the playoffs.[+] Including the playoffs, Andrew Luck has won 7 career games after trailing by double-digits, the most such wins in the NFL since the start of last season. ESPN Stats & Information

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RAF Cold War MK2A Aircrew Helmet Instructions. A scarce original fitting and maintenance instructions for the 2A Aircrew RAF, FAA, AAC Bone dome flying helmet. Slight wear GC. Fill in this form to send us your enquiry Add me to your email mailing list Fill in this form to email this item to a friend Please fill in the information below

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Former glamour model Katie Price confirms dating Leandro Penna London: Former glamour model Katie Price has ended speculation that she is "only friends" with Argentine model Leandro Penna, telling Twitter followers she is in love with the 26-year-old. After weeks of rumors concerning whether she was single or in a relationship with Penna, Price posted on Twitter, "I`m in love with leandro_penna". The couple dated throughout 2011 but split last October with Price reportedly having trouble with the language barrier, reported Contactmusic. Recent reports had suggested the couple were just friends, though the pair were photographed on an evening-out in London, fuelling speculation of a reunion. The Argentinian is yet to reply to Price`s message on Twitter.

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Choosing the right gold or precious metals company to invest with can be extremely difficult unless you know what to look out for. By knowing how to properly investigate each firm and reading the gold IRA reviews you will learn how to ask the right questions, which will make the whole process a lot less difficult. Keep in mind that getting a good deal and having all the features you need are important when investing with gold companies. The last thing you want to happen is to end up paying more for a poor level of service that barely meets your level of standards. How We Rate and Review Dealers If you’re looking to rollover your IRA or 401k into gold, its best to check several options before you make a decision. It’s important to get the proper financial education so you can avoid any scams while getting the best service for the lowest cost. When reviewing gold IRA companies its critical to compare the ratings and reviews by looking at independent authority sources. We look at the scores given by using 4 independent rating sources that include the Better Business Bureau, Business Consumer Alliance, TrustLink and Ripoff Report. Using these sources is a great way to start your due diligence process. After gathering all the information, choose a few companies and call them to ask about prices, fees and what types of investment options they have available. By following this process, it will insure that you pick the perfect gold IRA firm that exactly suits your needs. 1. Better Business Bureau The Better Business Bureau or BBB is a non-profit organization that recognizes the need of people to find a trustworthy business to work with. Ever since its inception, the BBB has provided billions of reviews on businesses. Furthermore, it mediates between businesses and consumers in handling disputes while working towards settling them accordingly. Businesses are rated from A+ to F, and there are several factors that affect the rating. In case the business does not reveal any piece of information, the BBB gives a rating of NR (Non Rated). In order to be recognized be the BBB, the business needs to meet 8 standards that will make it eligible for accreditation. 2. Business Consumer Alliance Since 1928, the Business Consumer Alliance or BCA has been ensuring business self-regulation by making sure that complaints of customers are resolved. A structured system is set in place to evaluate various aspects of the business, and the BCA rates the company or business in question from AAA to F. This way, customers will be able to identify a reliable company from one that is not trustworthy. Essential details about the company are obtained from a number of sources including the BCA file. Other pieces of information are gained from complaints filed by customers, or pertinent sources such as licensing and regulatory agencies. Factors considered in rating a company include complaint volume, response to filed complaints, compliance with requirements for licensing, and length of time in the business, to name a few. The BBB founded TrustLink back in 2008, and it served as a forum for consumers to express their complaints and feedback on businesses they have dealt with. What’s unique about TrustLink is its open structure, so consumers can simply post reviews and communicate with other people without the need to pay any membership fees. At present, there are about 100,000 reviews posted by consumers to the site with almost 1 million businesses listed. Once a business receives the TrustLink Verified Review label, this means a customer has provided a review on a company after interacting or working with it in the past. Without this label, this may mean that there are no verifiable pieces of information on the business. 4. Ripoff Report Ripoff Report was founded by Ed Magedson back in 1999 to prevent consumers from being lied to, mistreated and scammed by dishonest people. This website focuses on consumers complaints about businesses. However, there is no guarantee that all of the reports provided are accurate, so it is still up to potential customers to evaluate and assess the reports. Yet, you can be sure that all of the complaints are unedited and available for public viewing, as this allows people to decide whether they should choose the company, business or individual they are looking to deal with. Top Gold IRA Companies and Bullion Dealers Birch Gold Group New Direction IRA Which Company Do We Recommend? After considering the customer reviews and ratings provided by established and credible organizations, it is evident that Goldco remains as the best gold IRA investment company in which you can trust. The BBB has rated it A+, an excellent rating of AAA from the BCA and a 5-star rating from TrustLink based on 777 reviews from actual customers. Although there were 2 previous cases filed at Ripoff Report against Goldco, there are recent customer reviews that are all-praises about the company. Most importantly, Goldco does not charge any fees for rollover and transfer, and shipping is guaranteed in less than 7 business days. During the first year, there are no charges for admin and storage fees, as well. These all contribute to an excellent working relationship that you can count on from a credible and highly recommended investment firm.

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She married Thomas Kenney a farmer in Ottawa. Supposedly she was born in 1815, married Thomas in Ottawa in 1831, then pumped out babies until she was 46!! I've been unable to trace her back to Ireland nor Thomas Kenney either. Nor can I find the ship they came in on. Anyone know any information about this Bridget either in Canada or Ireland? Notify Administrator about this message? |Home | Help | About Us | Site Index | Jobs | PRIVACY | Affiliate| |© 2007 The Generations Network|

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The most important genomic study of an organism unveiled in 2013 was not an analysis of an impressive collection of great big cats, nor was it the Coelacanth project, which delved into the DNA of the mysterious and ancient fish of the deep. These were both impressive projects, to be sure, according to Science News, and they rank among the top few smash hit genomes to hit the journals over the past year. But the star of 2013 was the genome of the humble comb jelly, or ctenophore. That's the project that upended long-standing notions about which animals are the most primitive on Earth. Ctenophores were seen as the last remaining group of primitive animals to have its genome sequenced, which enabled investigators to compare it to other simple creatures. The researchers say the analysis of the genome of Mnemiopsis leidyi, or the sea walnut, suggests that it is the most primitive animal on the planet – more primitive even than sponges – even though it possesses some traits, like muscles and nerve cells, which the sponges lack. That would mean that some of these traits in ctenophores were lost by the sponges as they arose. And that would suggest that animal evolution did not advance evenly from the simple to the complex, the researchers say. "With our whole-genome sequencing data in hand, it is now clear that the cell types that make up muscles and nervous systems were either lost in some animal lineages or that, despite the complexity of these cells, they very well may have evolved multiple times," Joseph Ryan, lead author on the project, explained earlier this month. The runner-up genome of the year belongs to a roughly 700,000 year-old wild horse, which not only offers a deeper picture of horse evolution and domestication, but also raises the possibility that human ancestors who are just as old also may have their genomes fully sequenced. Over the course of 2013, New Science also notes, investigators released genome sequences of a Siberian tiger, a Bengal tiger, an African Lion, a white African lion, and a snow leopard. Also this year, a mallard duck genome yielded clues about how flu viruses that can strike in humans can develop in waterfowl, a Norway spruce tree proved to be the largest genome sequenced to date, and the Coelacanth genome proved showed that it is not the closest living relative to tetrapods, but that lungfish hold that title.

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Register your product to gain access to bonus material or receive a coupon. Lesson 2: Introducing Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Downloadable Version - Your Price: $29.99 - About this video Additional sample videos, individual lessons and other formats are available here. - Copyright 2013 - Edition: 1st - Downloadable Video - ISBN-10: 0-13-309670-X - ISBN-13: 978-0-13-309670-5 Lesson Two provides an introduction to Cisco Unified Communications. In this lesson, the student will understand the operating system, database and clustering concepts. We will explore the various features, applications and configuration requirements and demonstrate how to login and configure users and phones in Cisco Unified CM Administration. Other Things You Might Like - Cisco DevNet Sandbox: Collaboration Labs LiveLessons - Online Video $79.99 - CCNA Collaboration CIVND 210-065 Official Cert Guide Premium Edition and Practice Test - Premium Edition eBook $39.99

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The colleges that you listed on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will use the information you provided on your FAFSA to determine your eligibility. (Colleges have access to your information one day after it is processed, but each college has its own process and timeframes for accessing FAFSA information.) However, you should note that listing a college on your FAFSA is generally not sufficient to receive aid at that college. Most colleges do not create award packages for every applicant who lists the college on a FAFSA. You should contact the financial aid office at the college you plan to attend for information about applying for aid at that college. After you have completed the college’s application requirements and the college has determined your eligibility, the college will create a financial aid award letter for you. This letter will detail the costs of attending the college for an academic year, as well as any grants, scholarships, work-study, or loans you are eligible to receive. Most colleges send out financial aid award letters around the same time as admission offer letters. The timing can vary from college to college, however, depending on factors such as the date that you submitted your FAFSA and the number of FAFSAs the college received. Your college can tell you when you should expect to receive your award letter.

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Let me help you protect your home and assets. Understand your options. Call Now ---- I Can Help! Financial Debt Doesn’t Have to Be a Life Sentence If you are buried under a load of excessive debt, it’s hard to think of anything else. Every phone call and every trip to the mailbox may be a reminder that you can’t make payments. It’s a daily exercise in frustration. If you have found yourself in a difficult financial situation, you may have more options than you think. At CBG Law Group, PLLC, we can help you overcome your debt-related anxiety. Attorney Darrel Carter offers more than 20 years of experience helping clients who are searching for a way to start over. From personal bankruptcy to tax negotiations, it is time to take action. If you are struggling with debt, contact a Bellevue bankruptcy lawyer or call us at (425) 283-0432 for a free initial consultation. From our offices in Bellevue, Washington, our law firm helps individuals, families and business owners throughout the Bellevue metro region. We Focus Almost Exclusively on Getting You Out of Debt To serve you better, we focus our practice primarily on debt relief and tax controversies, including: When you come to CBG Law Group, PLLC, in Bellevue, Washington, you will speak directly with your attorney. Larger firms will often pass your case on to a legal assistant. At CBG Law Group, PLLC, however, your case will be handled by a lawyer personally throughout the entire process. If you are seeking help with debt relief, contact a Bellevue, Washington, debt relief attorney or call us at 425-283-0432 for a free initial consultation. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

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We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here. Most students who learned United States history remember that Washington, D.C. isn’t the only capital that the country has ever known. However, most people would be surprised to find that there have been nine different cities that were at one time named the U.S. capital. Here is a brief history of each American capital city. The first capital of the United States was Philadelphia. This bustling city was one of the first to grow significantly in the new union, and its central location made it accessible to delegates from the northern and southern ends of the country. Philadelphia’s State House, now called Independence Hall, was the site of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Over the next 25 years, Philadelphia came and went as the acting capital, with its longest stint between 1790 and 1800. During the Revolutionary War, early British military successes threatened Philadelphia. Due to this, Congress decided to flee the city and head to nearby Baltimore in December 1776. The government took over the large Henry Fife House, a three-story home and tavern that was one of the largest buildings in Baltimore at the time. Baltimore was the capital for three months, until Congress returned to Philadelphia in March 1777. The return to Philadelphia would prove over-eager of the government, however, when British troops again threatened the city in September of 1777. Congress was forced to make a hasty retreat — this time heading west for Lancaster. However, Lancaster failed to possess enough resources and lodging to be a more permanent capital and the only major decision that was made while there was where the next capital would be. The next capital of the United States was about 20 miles farther west in York, Pennsylvania. Congress stayed here starting in September 1777. While in York, Congress signed an alliance with France and approved the Articles of Confederation. Congress waited until June of 1778 to return to Philadelphia following the expulsion of the British from the city. Princeton, New Jersey The British were finally defeated for good in 1781 at the Battle of Yorktown, but that wasn’t the last time the capital of Philadelphia came under siege. In 1783, the capital was threatened not by agents of another nation, but by soldiers of the revolution who had failed to receive the pay they were promised. Congress stayed for four months on what is now the Princeton campus and during that time, signed the Treaty of Paris, which officially ended the Revolutionary War. Congress then sought a more permanent home in the almost-finished Maryland State House and moved there in November 1783. Congress spent about six months here before moving again — during which time George Washington resigned from his post as the Chief Commander of the Continental Army. The use of the Maryland State House during its construction also makes it the oldest capital in continuous use in the U.S. today. Trenton, New Jersey Perhaps looking for a more completed structure to govern the country from, Congress moved to Trenton, New Jersey a year later in November of 1784. They spent an unproductive month at the largest building in the state, the French Arms Tavern, before finding their next home. New York, New York America’s most powerful city doubled as its capital for a period of over five years beginning in 1785. Here, George Washington accepted the oath of office to become America’s first president in 1789 and Congress then ratified The Constitution. New York’s Federal Hall was the center of American politics until the government reconvened in Philadelphia. In 1790, the Residency Act passed and George Washington chose the current location of Washington, D.C. on the Potomac River as the site for the permanent U.S. capital. Construction commenced over the next 10 years until Congress held its first session inside the city in 1800.

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I'm 60 With $1 Million How Much Can I Expect To Spend In Retirement. At age 60, a $1 million annuity will provide a guaranteed level income of $52,500 annually starting immediately, for the rest of the insured's lifetime. The income will stay the same and never decrease. Most experts say your retirement income should be about 80% of your final pre-retirement annual income. 1 That means if you make $100,000 annually at retirement, you need at least $80,000 per year to have a comfortable lifestyle after leaving the workforce. Yes, you can retire at 60 with $1.5 million dollars. At age 60, an annuity will provide a guaranteed level income of $78,750 annually starting immediately, for the rest of the insured's lifetime. A recent study determined that a $1 million retirement nest egg will last about 19 years on average. Based on this, if you retire at age 65 and live until you turn 84, $1 million will be enough retirement savings for you. However, this average varies considerably based on a number of different factors. Have you saved enough? Just how much does the average 60-year-old have in retirement savings? According to Federal Reserve data, for 55- to 64-year-olds, that number is little more than $408,000. Yes, you can retire at 60 with eight hundred thousand dollars. At age 60, an annuity will provide a guaranteed level income of $42,000 annually starting immediately, for the rest of the insured's lifetime. ... Either lifetime income option will continue to pay the annuitant, even after the annuity has run out of money. Median retirement income for seniors is around $24,000; however, average income can be much higher. On average, seniors earn between $2000 and $6000 per month. Older retirees tend to earn less than younger retirees. It's recommended that you save enough to replace 70% of your pre-retirement monthly income. Average 401k Balance at Age 65+ – $471,915; Median – $138,436. The most common age to retire in the U.S. is 62, so it's not surprising to see the average and median 401k balance figures start to decline after age 65. Early retirement means you can have 40, 50, or more years in retirement. Those 1 million dollars will have to last a very long time. ... You're far ahead of most households if your net worth is over a million dollars. Early retirement is possible if you plan ahead. Yes, you can retire at 45 with 2 million dollars. At age 45, an immediate annuity will provide a guaranteed level income of $73,259.04 annually for a life-only payout, $73,075.80 annually for a life with a 10-year period certain payout, and $72,345.48 annually for a life with a 20-year period certain payout. Can I retire on $500k plus Social Security? Yes, you can! The average monthly Social Security Income check-in 2021 is $1,543 per person. A person can retire with $10,000,000.00 saved. At age 60, a person can retire on 10 million dollars generating $500,000.00 a year for the rest of their life starting immediately. At age 65, a person can retire on 10 million dollars generating $566,500.00 a year for the rest of their life starting immediately. Yes, you can retire at 60 with five million dollars. At age 60, an annuity will provide a guaranteed level income of $236,500 annually starting immediately, for the rest of the insured's lifetime. ... Either lifetime income option will continue to pay the annuitant, even after the annuity has run out of money. 60 may not be too early to retire, but it is too early for Social Security. The good news is that retiring at 60 is much easier than retiring at 55, as penalty-free withdrawals from IRAs begin at age 59 1/2. ... This might mean taping retirement accounts to delay Social Security longer. Yes, for some people, $2 million should be more than enough to retire. ... Even with a free cheat sheet, making your $2 million portfolio last through retirement is hard. But, the significance of making sure $2 million is enough to retire becomes even more important at age 60. Regardless of how much you save, your goal is to save enough to support a lifestyle that suits you. Can a couple retire with $2 million? It's certainly possible, though it really comes down to creating a retirement savings plan that's tailored to you and your partner. Can I retire at 55 with $1 million? Yes, you can retire at 55 with one million dollars. At age 55, an annuity will provide a guaranteed level income of $42,000 annually starting immediately, for the rest of the insured's lifetime. The income will stay the same and never decrease. Fidelity Investments reported that the number of 401(k) millionaires—investors with 401(k) account balances of $1 million or more—reached 233,000 at the end of the fourth quarter of 2019, a 16% increase from the third quarter's count of 200,000 and up over 1000% from 2009's count of 21,000. Saving a million dollars is doable if you start early, and it could last you decades in retirement. ... "A million dollars seems like a lot, but in today's world, it's not a lot of money," Lipschultz notes. He calculates a retiree needs to save an additional $765,000 to fully fund a 35-year retirement. A new survey has found that there are 13.61 million households that have a net worth of $1 million or more, not including the value of their primary residence. That's more than 10% of households in the US. So the US is definitely the country with the most millionaires. Recommended 401k Amounts By Age Middle age savers (35-50) should be able to become 401k millionaires around age 50 if they've been maxing out their 401k and properly investing since the age of 23. Yes, $500k Might Be Enough With an income source like Social Security, relatively low spending, and a bit of good luck, this is feasible. And when you have two people in your household receiving Social Security or pension income, it's even easier. Clearly, more money provides more security and more options. With that in mind, you should expect to need about 80% of your pre-retirement income to cover your cost of living in retirement. ... Based on the 80% principle, you can expect to need about $96,000 in annual income after you retire, which is $8,000 per month. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics data, “older households” – defined as those run by someone 65 and older – spend an average of $45,756 a year, or roughly $3,800 a month.

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Meet the Doctors at Smiles 4 Life Dentists in Columbus Dr. Shadonna Coleman, DMD Dr. Shadonna Coleman grew up in Saginaw, Michigan and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from Kentucky State University. She then completed her dental education at University of Louisville School of Dentistry, where she received a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry. Following graduation, she began working as an associate dentist at Acadian Dental in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Coleman joined the Smiles 4 Life team in 2012. She keeps up with current changes in dentistry by attending various continuing education courses. Dr. Coleman is currently a member of the American Dental Association, Ohio Dental Association, Columbus Dental Society, and National Dental Association. Dr. Joan Salido, DDS Dr. Joan Salido grew up in Hillsboro, Ohio and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree cum laude in Integrated Life Sciences from Kent State University. She then went on to complete her dental education at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, where she received her Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 1998. For seven years following her graduation, Dr. Joan began working as an associate dentist before coming on board to the office that became Smiles 4 Life, where she has remained for fourteen years. In addition, Dr. Joan commissioned into the United States Air Force Reserves to serve her country and is still in place to this day and provides dental services in her home unit and areas around the world that have limited access to care. Dr. Joan is currently a member of the American Dental Association, Ohio Dental Association and Central Ohio Dental Association. Dr. Joan’s mission is to treat every patient with care and compassion, and a gentle touch as she would for family. She holds a commitment to providing comprehensive, quality dental care through communication and education of treatment plans for parents and guardians. In her free time, Dr. Joan loves to spend his time with her two children, Elliot and Katherine and her two dogs, Snowball and Miko. She enjoys reading, word games and watching The Ohio State Buckeye Football team beat the team up North.

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When Eddie discovers a secret passage in Wookey Hole caves, he just has to find out where it goes. But his amazement quickly turns to horror when he gets lost in the dark. He's underground, on his own, and nobody knows where he is ...Until a hand reaches out of the blackness. A strange, pale girl helps Eddie get back to the surface, but she can't seem to leave the caves herself. Who is she? Or rather ...what is she? And what other secrets is she hiding? Only one thing is certain - this is a summer Eddie will never forget. A captivating adventure from the author of Frozen in Time - winner of the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award!

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The moment we were alone, I turned to the girl on my left. "What is this? Where are we? Why are we in this place?" I asked. "Why are you asking me? How would I know?" she shot back at me. "What do I look like, information please?" "Well, you were here before me so I thought you might know more," I threw back at her with just as unfriendly a tone. "We got here only a little while before you did," the second girl said, somewhat softer. I turned to her. "So we don't know any more than you do. I'm Teal Sommers. That's Robin Lyn Taylor. She didn't tell me her name," Teal added with a smirk. "I heard one of those girls call her that." She leaned forward to glare past me at Robin Lyn. "I'm not exactly in a party mood, you know, and I told you, I don't like to be called Robin Lyn. Just call me Robin. You, too," she ordered me. "Yes, Your Majesty," I said, and Teal laughed. Robin folded her arms and turned away. "Well, we're here together so I guess we'll have to talk to each other decently. Where y'all from?" "Where y'all from?" Teal laughed. "I'm from Albany, New York. I was flown in here just a little before y'all were, I think. I'm very unsure about the time. They took my watch." "Mine, too," I said, rubbing my wrist. "And my ring. Why did they do that?" "Maybe they're jewel thieves. They took Robin's watch, too, right, Robin?" "Big deal. I stole it. I'll steal another first chance I get," she said defiantly, looking at the closed door. "I'm supposed to be at a school, a special school. That's what the judge said," she shouted at the door. "Not some dumpy, smelly building." "Judge?" I asked. She spun her head around to me so fast, I thought it would just keep going in circles on her neck. "What are you, a scholarship winner or something? Is that why you're here?" I stared, confused. "Hardly," I finally replied. "My uncle and aunt arranged all this without telling me anything about it. I was drugged, kidnapped, and brought here." Robin started to laugh and stopped. "Did you say drugged and kidnapped?" "I know exactly what she means. That's how I felt," Teal said. "My father arranged for me to be transported here. He was nice enough to tell me I was going to a special school, but my parents didn't even let me take a change of clothing. Daddy had a hired goon bring me to the airport and to the plane. Next thing I knew, I was flying away and no one told me where I was going. They kept the windows shut, too. They gave me something to drink, and before I knew it, I was asleep, so I was drugged, too. When I woke up, I was here and dressed in this rag and these stupid clodhoppers as well as this...diaper." "I guess I shouldn't have expected anything better from my aunt, but why did your father do that to you?" I asked. Even though I had had some of my things when Daddy brought me to live with Aunt Mae Louise and Uncle Buster, I didn't feel much different except I knew why they'd got rid of me. There was no surprise for me there. "He was, I guess I can safely say, at the end of his patience with me. I was an embarrassment to my mother, who sits at the head of the social table of high society." "What did you do?" "I robbed a bank," Teal muttered. "I stole money from Daddy's secret safe, his and my brother Carson's." "And your own father sent you away for that?" "Well, it was a little more, I guess," Teal admitted. "I bet," Robin muttered. "Don't be fooled by her sweet little face." I turned to her. "What about you?" "I didn't rob a bank, but I was part of an armed robbery of a supermarket where I worked," Robin said, looking ahead. It was as if she were reminding herself and not telling us. "This is supposed to be an alternative to going to a real jail. My mother darling talked me into it, and like both of you, I was eventually put in a plane and the same things happened to me. I fell asleep and they took my clothing and brought me here." She smiled and shook her head and then shouted at the closed door, "They're just trying to frighten us with all this...this horror-hotel stuff, but it doesn't scare me! Y'all just wasting your time! You might as well give me back my clothes!" "What brought you here?" Teal asked me after Robin's screams died down. "I ran away from my uncle and aunt where I was supposed to stay." "So, big deal," Robin said. "I bet we've all done that one time or another." "I was supposed to be in court for hitting this boy with a little brass statue." "Did you kill him?" Teal asked, her eyes widening with interest. "No, but I put him in the hospital. He was part of a group of boys trying to rape me." "So why would they put you in jail for that?" Robin asked skeptically. "It just sounds like self-defense to me." "There's more to it." "Look," I said, turning on her, "I don't have to defend myself to you. In fact -- " Before I could say anything else, we heard the door squeal open, followed by the machine-gun rat-ta-tat-tat of stiletto high heels on the concrete floor. Out of the dark shadows came a tall, elegant-looking woman, statuesque with a firm figure in a ruby-red skirt suit. She had highlighted golden brown hair, about the base of her neck in length, neatly styled. As she moved more into the light and drew closer, I saw she was an attractive woman with high cheekbones and a perfect nose. She was wearing a soft red lipstick, very understated. A girlfriend of mine, Louella Mason, who was determined to become a beautician, had told me when a woman wants to emphasize her eyes, she de-emphasizes her lips, but this woman looked like she didn't need anything special to make her eyes prominent. They weren't big as much as they were striking and intense. She paused, looked at the three of us, and smiled so warmly, I felt like getting up and rushing into her arms. It was a smile that brought a ray of sunshine to a rainy day, and, boy, did I need some sugar now. "Hello, girls," she said. "I'm Dr. Foreman. Welcome to my school." "This is a school?" Teal piped up immediately. "It's more like someone's filthy basement." Dr. Foreman turned to her and, holding her smile, said, "No, this isn't the actual school." She looked about and smiled as if she didn't see what we saw. She saw a beautiful lobby or something instead. "This is my orientation center. The school is some distance from here, but I like to meet my girls as soon as they are brought and introduce them to the way things will be as soon as possible. That way, if they don't accept what I say and don't do what I say, I can put them right back on the plane and ship them somewhere else where a far worse fate awaits them. Is this plan all right with you, Teal?" I could see Teal was both impressed and intimidated that Dr. Foreman already knew which of us she was. Teal didn't answer. She just sat looking at her, her mouth slightly open. Dr. Foreman did not turn away immediately either. She held Teal's gaze, froze that now cold smile on her lips, and only after a few beats, slowly turned back to Robin and me. "Now then, as I was saying, welcome to my school," she continued. As if that was their cue, three young women, the one who had escorted me from the plane to the concrete building, and two others dressed similarly with their hair cut identically short, entered and took position just behind Dr. Foreman. They stood with military posture, their arms behind them, hands clasped, and looked forward, not at us, just forward and poised like guard dogs ready to pounce upon command. Foreman's rottweilers, all teeth and muscle, I thought. "I created my school only five years ago, but I have, shall we say, graduated dozens of girls like you, releasing them back into society as productive young women, all of whom have kept out of any trouble with their families or with the law. Three are in fact law officers now themselves," Dr. Foreman said, smiling wider with pride. "Two are correction officers and one is a policewoman in a big city." "Something for us to look forward to," Robin muttered. "A career as a policewoman." Dr. Foreman looked straight ahead, but her body began to turn as if it were robotic, slowly, stiffly, her shoulders firm and straight. "Right now, Robin Lyn Taylor, all you have to look forward to is getting yourself into more trouble and so deeply that you are eventually put away in a room without any hope of getting out. In effect, you have no future. The reason you have been sent here is to help you regain one. Until that happens, you, all of you," Dr. Foreman said, looking at Teal and me as well now, "are nonentities. You don't exist for your families. You don't exist for yourselves. All you've accomplished up until now is sharpened yourselves as thorns in the side of civilized society. With me, under my care, you will either develop the ability to have a future or you will be pulled out of the side of the civilized world and discarded like any nuisance. The choice is ultimately yours to make, but," she said, smiling warmly again, "we will do our best here to help you make the right choice. In the past, whenever you were given the opportunity to do what was right and decent, you all made other choices. We expect to correct that. We will help you. "Someone, thanks to the mercy of our court system, has decided to give you this one last chance. Rather than sit here sulking and trying to think of wisecracks, you should begin to show some appreciation. "But," she continued in a sweet, melodic tone, "I am the first to recognize that you are all here because you are all filled with defiance, anger, and most of all fear." "Fear?" I muttered. I couldn't help it. It just slipped out between my lips. How could fear have brought us here? "Yes, my dear Phoebe, fear. Antisocial behavior stems from a well of fear. You act out because you are defensive, slightly paranoid, I'm afraid. In your present way of thinking, the world around you threatens you. You believe everyone is against you and you're just naturally antagonistic to everything." I guess she saw the lack of understanding in my face. She smiled, again so softly, I felt I could relax and listen to her for hours. "Don't worry about any of that yet, my dear. You'll see. You'll all see. That's what's so wonderful about my work," she said excitedly, "at least to me, especially the way it opens the eyes of my girls. For me," she said, her voice rising an octave, "there is nothing as satisfying as seeing one of my girls suddenly come to the realization she can be as good as anyone else out there, she can be productive and worthwhile. She can make friends and be liked and like others. Her heart can hold sunshine, even on rainy days." She did make it sound wonderful. For a moment she paused with her face so radiant and full of happiness, I felt some hope seep into my hardened and crusty surface. She looked at me as if she could sense it and gave me a special nod, a little more of her smile. "People are always asking me, 'Dr. Foreman, you were a successful and renowned college professor. Why did you throw away your classroom work, your publications, your lectures, put all your fortune into this school, and go off and surround yourself with the hardest sort of challenge: girls whom everyone has given up on, girls who would easily end up in penal institutions?' "Well, the answer is you, my dears," she declared with her arms out as though she were about to embrace all three of us at once, "you and your awakening. Nothing is more satisfying to me than to bring someone back from the dead," she continued, her right hand over her heart, "for that is where you are now, in some cemetery of your own making, burying yourselves in your disgust, your fears, your dysfunction." She grew stern looking again and took another step toward the three of us. "Within the next twenty-four hours, fourteen hundred teenagers like yourselves will attempt suicide, twenty-eight hundred will get pregnant, fifteen thousand will try alcohol for the first time, and thirty-five hundred will run away from home." She let those facts linger in the air between us for a moment. I glanced at Robin and then Teal. Neither seemed impressed nor seemed to care. "But not you. No, not my girls. To me," Dr. Foreman said, looking up at the ceiling as if she could look right through to the heavens, "you will all be like Lazarus, rising from the grave." "Does that mean you're God?" Teal asked, her mouth dripping with sarcasm. I thought I was brave and tough, but this soft, pretty white girl who sounded like she had been born with a silver spoon in her mouth was sure nasty and unafraid, even after all that had been done to her, to us. Dr. Foreman's eyelids fluttered. She had what seemed unflappable poise. That smile never faltered as she lowered her gaze at Teal like someone lowering the barrel of a cannon at a new target. "For you and for the others, dear Teal, as long as you are here, that is exactly who I will be." She waited a moment for her words to settle. Teal shook her head and looked away. "Now," Dr. Foreman said, turning back to speak to all of us, "let me begin by explaining that you're not going to a school any way like the ones you have attended. First, my school is at my ranch. It's a working ranch and you will all participate in the daily chores." "Oh, so we're really a form of cheap labor, is that it?" Robin complained. "Hardly cheap, Robin. For your work, you will be given full room and board." "Isn't my father paying you?" Teal fired at her. "I shouldn't have to do any daily chores," she declared staunchly, her eyes burning with arrogance. "Yes, in your case, the family is paying, but there is much more that will be given to you than you would get anywhere else for that amount of money," Dr. Foreman said calmly. The arrows and darts Teal shot at her with those fiery eyes seemed to bounce off an invisible wall of protection that surrounded her. "Like what?" Teal demanded, refusing to step back. I saw how the girls behind Dr. Foreman glared at Teal. They all looked eager to get their hands around her neck and shake her head off her body. "Like my expert treatment, my therapy sessions, my proven techniques," Dr. Foreman said to all of us and not just Teal. "It's off the charts when you start computing the costs, and even Teal here, who points out that her parents are paying the tuition, couldn't really afford the tuition if it were equated with the value you will all receive." "Why are you so nice and generous to us?" Teal muttered, the corners of her mouth folding in. "Why? I do this because I want to give back to the science that has been so good to me, as well as my deep desire to help young women in desperate need, to help them find what is spiritually good in them." "Oh, brother," Teal muttered. "We're in a nunnery." Dr. Foreman's rottweilers moved restlessly. She glanced at them and turned back to us. "To continue" -- Dr. Foreman glared at Teal -- "at my school you will not find a staff of teachers to coddle and prod you into doing your homework, studying properly, and achieving. I will assign you all your work and you will have to master it all yourselves." "Huh?" Robin said. "Did you say ourselves?" "What are we going to study, basket weaving?" Teal asked with a crooked smile. "You will be studying regular academic subjects, of course. We want you to qualify for high school graduation, to be able to pass exams, even be good enough to be admitted to institutions of higher learning, but you will be in a different sort of classroom. Life itself, you will see, will become the chief subject. You're all failing at that right now, and for now, that is far more important a subject than anything else." "I don't get it. How are we supposed to learn anything without a teacher?" Robin asked. "It was hard enough to learn with one." "Oh, you'll be surprised at what you can accomplish when you are left to your own initiative, Robin Lyn. Of course, you will all help each other. Cooperation in that regard is very important. I will want you all to fully understand how important it is to get along with each other, with others of different backgrounds. Out there, that's what you must do to be a contributing member of society. "But, self-reliance is essential, too. We can cooperate with each other, but we can't become totally dependent upon others or we become a burden, don't we? That is truly what the three of you are right now, a burden. You'll either be cast off or you'll learn to walk on your own. Sink or swim," she said, her face now turning cool. When she called for it, that iciness seemed to emerge from within her, rise to the surface of her face, penetrate her eyes, tighten her lips, and make her look taller, more intimidating. I glanced again at the other two. Despite the brave fronts they were putting on, I sensed they were just as anxious about all this as I was. I noticed as well that the three young women behind Dr. Foreman had grown still again, had barely moved a muscle since she had looked at them. How could they be so disciplined? They were three statues. How much longer would we be kept here? I wondered. It was dank and musty, the air so stale my throat ached. Why did we have to begin in such a place anyway? The stool was uncomfortable. The lighting was dull. What was the point of having us sit at old grade-school desks? I was still tired and achy from my unpleasant trip. I couldn't wait to go to sleep in a bed and I had to go to the bathroom, but I was afraid to mention it yet. I didn't want to be the first one. "To be sure you are making the right amount of effort at your schoolwork, you will be tested from time to time on your academic subjects, and if you don't pass, you will be given demerits," Dr. Foreman explained. "Demerits?" Teal said, smirking. "What does that mean, we won't get our Girl Scout patches and medals?" "No, my dear," Dr. Foreman responded. "Nothing that important. You are all as of now under my merit system. Since you have all been brought here as a last resort because of your antisocial behavior, you will all be beginning with a minus ten and have to work your way back up to zero before you can even hope to achieve rights and privileges." That did sound threatening. "What rights and privileges?" I asked. "Well, for one thing, you will have to wear what you're wearing until you achieve the points to wear my school uniforms." "What are we wearing? This is disgusting," Teal complained. "Not only are these...these rags irritating my skin, they smell, and why do we have to wear diapers, for Christ sakes? I want my clothes back." "Yes, I'm sorry about these transitional outfits. They do have that unpleasant odor." Dr. Foreman sounded sympathetic. She also made it sound as if there were no other choice. I finally saw the three rottweilers soften their lips into a smile. "But why are we wearing diapers?" Robin asked. "Because, my dear, you are being reborn. Unfortunately, none of you have shown enough maturity to be considered anything but infants, and until you do, that's how you will be treated," Dr. Foreman said firmly, losing the smile. Then she blossomed into another to add, "Believe me, my dear, you'll be grateful you have them on." The slight smiles on the three young women behind her widened almost into laughter when she said that. "That's cold," Teal said. "And disgusting. I feel like some old lady with bladder trouble. I want my clothing back. They were expensive, especially the designer jeans. You have no right to take them away from me. Why can't we all have our clothes back?" she whined, now sounding more like a spoiled child than a defiant teenager. "I've already given that answer. One thing you will learn and learn very quickly here, Teal, is if I or anyone else has to repeat something to you, it's because you don't or won't listen, and that will result in a demerit." "I don't care about any demerits. I want my clothing!" Teal shouted back. Her voice echoed off the cement walls and then died as if her words were smashed to bits, the letters splattered and then raining down to the dank concrete floor. Dr. Foreman took a step toward her. "Oh, but you will care, my dear. That will be one of the significant changes in you very soon," she said slowly, her voice so full of chill, I imagined the words turning to ice in the air between them. Even the cold smile disappeared. "I want to go home," Teal cried back at her. "Right now." "Do you? Unfortunately for you, for all of you, no one wants you back, Teal. In fact, I'm the only one who wants you." "How long do I have to stay here, live on your ranch, and milk cows or whatever?" Teal was definitely someone who couldn't stand being bossed around. "That's entirely up to you," Dr. Foreman replied. "Now then, there will be no more questions." She turned to Robin and me. "No more questions from any of you. You will all just listen and you will do what you are told to do. Listen well, girls," she added, her cold smile returning to those lips. "Be keen, girls, be keen. Your comfort and happiness depend on it like they never have before." She stepped back, glanced at the young women behind her, who looked excited about her firmness. I wouldn't admit it, of course, but they frightened me. I wondered if Robin's and Teal's hearts were pounding as hard as mine was now, despite the brave face masks they wore. We were all brought here more or less against our will. Dr. Foreman was probably not wrong about that. We had no one out there to help us, no one to call, no one to come for us. I couldn't help feeling that I was dangling in space, holding on to a thin piece of spidery web that this strange woman, sometimes sounding nice, sometimes sounding scary, held at the other end. If she decided to let go, I, as well as Robin and Teal, would fall into some darker place. What else could we do but listen? "Now, so there are no misunderstandings and no whining like we're hearing," Dr. Foreman said, glaring at Teal again, "let me be clear about what you should expect after you leave here. At my home you will find there are no radios, no magazines, no CDs, and especially no television for anyone until she has earned the right to leisure time. The only books permitted are the books related to your subjects, not that any of you look like you read very much," she added with a tightening at the right corner of her mouth. "No one will have any phone privileges until she earns twenty merit plus points. That means no one can call you as well -- not, from what I know of each of your histories, that anyone would want to call you." "We really are like prisoners," Teal complained, and quickly looked down. "Since that wasn't put in the form of a question, I will let it pass without penalizing you another demerit. If you are like prisoners, as you say, it's because you have imprisoned yourselves. You have put bars on your own windows and built the walls between yourselves and the rest of humanity. I am your best hope to remove those bars, to crumble those walls. Right now, you see me only as a disciplinarian, but in time, very soon, you will learn to appreciate what I have to offer you. "It's a lot like Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller," she said, looking off. She smiled at some image of herself, and even that smile was disturbing enough to make my stomach feel as if I had just drunk a gallon of sour milk. "For in truth, you all can't really speak, can't really hear, can't really see. You're locked up inside your own troubled bodies, and I will free you. Yes, I will." There was a long silence. My throat was dry. My stomach continued to churn and I felt the growing pressure of having to go to the bathroom. I trembled, but I had to ask. I raised my hand, hoping she would permit it. "I said no questions," she declared. She raised her head and the very air seemed to freeze around us. If I uttered another sound, lightning might sizzle my brain, I thought. I bit down on my lower lip. She smiled again. "I don't want to leave you thinking that all that awaits you is hard work, rules, and restrictions. We will have wonderful sessions together, my group therapy, during which time you will all have this, this terribly dark curtain of pain and anger lifted from your eyes. Believe me, girls, that will happen and you will be grateful. I've seen it so many times before on the faces of my girls. My girls," she repeated, her eyes glossing over as if she could see them all parading before her, hugging her like high school graduates at their diploma ceremony. She was quiet again. We could hear a drip, drip, drip of something in the plumbing above and behind us. Her eyes slowly brightened, the gloss changing to a thin layer of ice. She stared at us so long, I felt uncomfortable and saw both Teal and Robin squirming a bit on their stools as well. "Part of your work and your life at my school will be your confronting your own fears. One of the best ways to do that is to be out in nature. Nature has a way of tearing away all the conflicting, confusing things that have distorted our vision of ourselves. In nature you can make no rationalizations, no excuses, fall upon your knees and beg for mercy. You either become strong or perish. Everything out there teaches us that lesson and it's a wonderful lesson, one that we tend to forget in the world we call civilized. We'll help you regain that wisdom. Or, I should say, nature will." Nature? I thought. What was she talking about, camping trips? Sleeping in a tent? Maybe Teal wasn't so off. Maybe this was like the Girl Scouts. "Now then," Dr. Foreman said, pulling herself up and stepping back. "Unfortunately, I must conclude our little talk with a severe warning. Any signs of insubordination, even nasty looks and evidence of an attitude, will result in demerits. Profanity will be punished severely. If any of you get two demerits in one day, or fall two points or more below the minus ten I have generously given you, or finally do something so terrible that it is off the charts, she will be sent to our Ice Room to chill out, as you kids like to say these days." Ice Room? What was that? She looked around the cement room, once again as if she could hear my thoughts. "This place is a first-class hotel room compared to our Ice Room." She didn't make it sound like a threat either, but it clearly put the shivers into Teal and Robin as quickly as it did in me. Not describing it any further left it to each of our imaginations, and I was sure we each came up with our worst fears. "And now, my dears," she said again, sounding as if we were all at a grand tea party, "it's time for you to be introduced to your buddies. They are three of my graduates, three of whom I am very, very proud. They have earned the right to assist me." The girls beamed with joy at her compliments and gazed at her adoringly. I didn't know why yet, but it made my nerve endings sizzle to see the way they all looked up to her. I had the feeling she could ask one or all of them to open their wrists, and they would instantly obey. As Dr. Foreman continued, she looked at them with a mother's pride. "I call them your buddies because they are here to give you the benefit of their experience. They will be in charge of your daily life, your daily development, and since they have experienced my school firsthand, they have real insight into what goes on in a new girl's mind. Depend on them, listen to them, and most of all, obey them." She turned back to us. "Even though they are your buddies, you are to treat them as respectfully and obediently as you would me. In order to establish that, and to help you understand how far they have grown and what they have become now, you are to address them only as m'lady, for that is truly who they are, ladies." Teal couldn't help a guffaw, her laughter spurting out of her lips like something she was unable to keep from coming up. It was like a small explosion. "If you don't tighten your lips this instant," Dr. Foreman snarled at her, "you'll be starting at a minus fifteen with the Ice Room as your initiation to my school." Teal's smile evaporated. After a long silence, Dr. Foreman stepped to the side and introduced M'Lady One, who was the young woman who had escorted me off the plane. She stepped forward and waited, still at attention. M'Lady Two, who stepped up beside her, was a far more attractive woman with light brown hair, a perfect nose, and a far more feminine mouth. She wasn't as tall, perhaps only five feet five, but because of her firm military posture, she didn't look much shorter. She had a nice figure, well proportioned, that couldn't be disguised even in the blah uniform. M'Lady Three was the stoutest and shortest. I thought she was barely five feet tall. She had shoulders like a football player and hard, sharply cut facial features. Her dark eyes were too far apart and her short, dull brown hair was trimmed farther back on her forehead than that of the other two. When she opened her mouth, I saw she had crooked teeth, especially on the bottom. "A new student does nothing without permission until she is told she may do so," M'Lady One recited. M'Lady Two continued, "That means even going to the bathroom. A new student does not speak unless given permission to do so." M'Lady Three picked up immediately when M'Lady Two stopped. She had the deepest, coarsest voice. "A new student learns that in the real world nothing comes to you because it's supposed to come to you. You earn everything; you are entitled to nothing. This is reality. Therefore, we will have reality checks periodically to determine whether or not you have earned what you want, what you have." "This means everything," they all recited. They spoke like some chorus that had performed these speeches many, many times, all speaking without much emotion, except for the underlying and continuous threat. "A new student knows that complaints earn demerits. Cheating, laziness, slacking off, any of that earns demerits," M'Lady Two said. "And demerits put you in the Ice Room," they all chorused. "Thank you, m'ladies," Dr. Foreman said. They looked at her as if they were desperate for approval, then they stepped back. I raised my hand and she looked at me so long, I thought she was going to simply ignore it. Finally, she asked me what I wanted. "I need to go to the bathroom," I said. The three buddies smiled simultaneously as if they were of one face. "After all this, that is what you ask? Have you heard nothing?" "But I need to go," I cried, now unashamed to admit it. "Your needs are no longer what is of primary importance. We are now going to think first of the group's needs." "You're here because you are selfish, and that will be the first demon we will destroy. I promise you that," Dr. Foreman said. "Now then, I have one more request of you all that you must fulfill before we can go any further." She turned to the buddies and each stepped forward, M'Lady One coming to me, M'Lady Two going to Robin, and M'Lady Three to Teal. They handed each of us a small composition notebook and a pen. "What is this?" Teal muttered. "Homework, already?" "That's a demerit," Dr. Foreman said, pointing at her with a long, thin finger. "You didn't have permission to speak. One more and you're in the Ice Room." Teal looked away. I could see, however, that she was fighting back tears, tears of rage and fear. "Now then," Dr. Foreman said, "as a second part of your orientation, I want each of you to write her story. Tell me everything you can about yourself, what you remember as a child, where you lived, the friends you had or thought you had, the teachers you remember. I am very interested in how you see yourself, what you expect you will eventually do with your life. I want the notebooks filled with details, exact details of every thing you remember as important to you. I am particularly interested in your fears, so I want you to give lots of thought to that. All of us, including me, have something we fear. It's natural or, perhaps, it's something we have inherited or developed because of who we are, where we have lived, whom we have known. Don't dare leave that out. "If you lie and I find out you have lied in this introductory history, you will be fined ten full demerit points. Remember, I know much about you. This is both a test of your veracity and a chance for you to think about yourselves." We looked at each other in disbelief. Write our histories? Surely, this was a joke. "I see you are not taking me seriously," Dr. Foreman said. "I assure you that you will all remain here until you are all finished. Until then, no one will get anything to drink or eat, nor will anyone" -- she centered on me -- "use the bathroom. That's academic anyway since there is no bathroom," she added dryly. I felt my face flush. No bathroom? Reminding me I had to go built the pressure inside me. I felt myself breaking out into a sweat, my heart pounding. Didn't the other two have to go? If they did, they didn't show it. "Finally, let me remind you that no one is to speak to anyone during this exercise. One of your buddies will monitor you, and should anyone speak, you will all remain here one hour longer for every word uttered." Then, as suddenly as she finished speaking, she smiled warmly at us and in loving tones said, "Welcome, girls. Welcome to my school. I truly hope this will be a lifesaving experience for you all." With that she turned and walked out, her heels clicking and echoing around us until she was gone and it was deadly silent. It was as if all clocks had stopped. Nothing beat anymore. Not even our own hearts. Copyright © 2003 by the Vanda General Partnership Now these bad girls are paying the price. At Dr. Foreman's School for Girls, the "students" sleep in barns, work on a farm in the blazing heat, and are subjected to ruthless guards who watch their every move. It's an institution run by the dreadful Dr. Foreman, a woman who delights in administering the worst form of punishment -- the mysterious Ice Room where the girls face their darkest fears. Now Phoebe, Teal, and Robin -- three girls from very different worlds -- are the newcomers in this desert hell. During their stay, each girl will be tempted to commit the ultimate crime of betrayal as Dr. Foreman cleverly tries to turn them against each other -- until they learn that the only way to survive is to stick together...and fight back.

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Founded in 1996 as part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines, the Iowa Jewish Historical Society (IJHS) is an award-winning organization that collects, preserves and educates audiences of all ages and backgrounds about the history of the Jewish people in Iowa. Over the course of the Society’s 20-year history, we’ve shared Iowa’s Jewish heritage with thousands of students, families, community members, and researchers. Visit the Museum Our museum in Waukee, Iowa features educational exhibits, programs, and special events that attract local, state, and regional audiences. Exhibits and programs focus on all aspects of Jewish life and history in Iowa. Each is designed to deepen a visitor’s understanding of Jewish history and culture for Jewish and non-Jewish audiences. Learn more about our location, hours and scheduling a visit. Explore the Collection The IJHS collection is an important part of the cultural history of Iowa and the key to understanding the contributions Jewish Iowans have made across the centuries. Since the 1830s, Jews have inhabited more than 100 cities and towns across the state, running successful businesses, raising families, and leaving their mark on Iowa history. See what’s in our collection, including Jewish oral histories. Support the Iowa Jewish Historical Society As we continue to celebrate our 20th anniversary, the IJHS needs your support more than ever to make our growing collection of artifacts more accessible and to ensure that they are securely preserved. You can help by becoming a member and making a donation today.

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Trekkies with a serious dislike of spoilers beware! (Although to be honest, I’m not sure such a breed exists) The following may not be heavy on the details, there’s enough here to wet the appetite of those hungry for ‘Star Trek 3’ news. First of all, according to sources, Roberto Orci has turned in a first draft of the script, and the bigwigs over at Paramount seem pleased. So with a good draft of the script in hand, Orci is ready to roll as director once they make it official, and pre-production already begun, the wheels are in motion for the sequel to make its mandated 50th anniversary in 2016 release date. And according to star Zachary Quinto (Spock) in a recent ‘The Today Show’ interview: “I think it’s on the horizon… Things are rumbling, so I have a feeling that we will be in production sometime in the next six months.” Which means, with luck, they’ll start shooting the new film in February 2015. And now comes the “spoiler” part, which is about Quinto’s speculations about the plot (which some are saying have now been confirmed): “I think the five-year mission will be a part of this next film in some way…We’re coming up on the 50th anniversary of the one of the most iconic sci-fi series in entertainment history so its inherently an ongoing story. But I do think that we’ll feel some sense of evolution in these characters that’s been building through the first few films.” So in essence, the new film will tie in much closer to the original series, and will be more about exploring new planets and deep space, and less tied to the earth-bound plots of the first two entries of the rebooted series. Orci has also commented that this time around the characters have advanced enough that they will more closely resemble their 60’s television counterparts than before. As for that already blockbuster filled release summer, Paramount does not seem particularly worried, a sentiment I completely understand. With the brand recognition that comes with ‘Star Trek,’ it really won’t matter when the film opens, because there will be an audience ready and waiting for the further adventures of Kirk, Spock and crew.

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Bond yields have room to move higher in 2020 as recession fears ease. Barring a setback on trade, 10-year Treasury yields could move back up to the 2.25% to 2.50% area. The Federal Reserve is likely on hold for the foreseeable future. The three cuts in 2019 “un-inverted” the yield curve and eased financial conditions. Risks are rising in the corporate bond market. Rising corporate debt levels and stretched valuations leave little room for error. International developed market bonds offer little value beyond diversification. Very low or negative yields make total return prospects relatively low for U.S. dollar-based investors. The dollar should remain firm, but further upside will depend on continued outperformance by the U.S. economy relative to other major countries. Temper return expectations. After a strong year for fixed income returns in 2019, total returns in 2020 are likely to moderate. Bond investors have enjoyed strong returns in 2019. The steep drop in yields and declining credit spreads (the yield difference between corporate bonds and Treasuries of the same maturity) combined to boost returns in a wide range of fixed income asset classes. In 2020, we expect returns to be more subdued. From current levels, yields are likely to move modestly higher, while there isn’t much room for credit spreads to fall further. Consequently, we expect returns to be in line with the current income offered on bonds, while price gains are likely to be limited. Fixed income total returns, year to date Source: Bloomberg. Returns from 12/31/2018 through 11/29/2019. Indexes representing the investment types are: US Aggregate = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Index; Short-term core = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate 1-3 Years Bond Index; Intermediate-term core = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate 5-7 Years Bond Index; Long-term core = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate 10+ Years Bond Index; Treasuries = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Index; TIPs = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities Index; Agencies = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Agency Bond Index; Securitized = Bloomberg Barclays US Securitized Bond Index; Municipals = Bloomberg Barclays US Municipal Bond Index; IG Corporates = Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Corporate Bond Index; HY Corporates = Bloomberg Barclays US High Yield Very Liquid (VLI) Index; IG Floaters = Bloomberg Barclays US Floating-Rate Notes Index; Bank loans = S&P/LSTA US Leveraged Loan 100 Index; Preferreds = ICE BofA Merrill Lynch Fixed Rate Preferred Securities Index; Int. developed (x-US) = Bloomberg Barclays Global Aggregate ex-USD Bond Index; EM USD = Bloomberg Barclays Emerging Markets USD Aggregate Bond Index. Returns assume reinvestment of interest and capital gains. Indexes are unmanaged, do not incur management fees, costs and expenses and cannot be invested in directly. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. A bounce in yields as recession fears ease Waning recession fears should tip the scales toward higher 10-year Treasury yields in 2020. One of the key drivers behind the steep drop in yields in 2019 was fear of a recession, as manufacturing activity fell and tariffs weighed on the growth outlook. However, rate cuts by the Federal Reserve have helped ease those concerns. In 2020, the lagged impact of the Fed’s interest rate cuts, signs of stabilization in the global economy, and a modest uptick in inflation expectations should provide a boost to bond yields. We don’t expect a big rise in economic growth, but even at a gross domestic product growth rate of about 2%, there is still room for bond yields to move modestly higher. The risk to our outlook is the potential for trade conflicts to heat up further, weighing on business investment and growth. While a “no deal” outcome to U.S.-China trade talks would likely limit upside growth potential, it wouldn’t represent a change from the status quo. However, increased tariffs or a widening of the trade conflict to other trading partners would limit the potential for yields to rise. Therefore, we are expecting 10-year Treasury yields to move up to the 2.25% to 2.50% region, with the major caveat that a worsening trade outlook could result in yields remaining below 2%. Barring a recession, the chances of a drop back below the 2019 low of 1.52% are diminishing. Federal Reserve policy: Easy does it The Federal Reserve has made it clear that after three 0.25% rate cuts in 2019, bringing the federal funds rate to a range of 1.50% to 1.75%, monetary policy is on hold for the foreseeable future. With the yield curve “un-inverted” and the real fed funds rate—that is, adjusted for inflation—in negative territory, recession fears should abate. The policy rate should be low enough to provide stimulus to the economy, keep credit flowing to businesses and consumers, and raise inflation expectations from very low levels. The Fed is also reportedly considering a policy of allowing inflation to hold above 2% without countering it in order to cement positive inflation expectations. Rates usually steepen ahead of a rate cut cycle In some cases, rates began to steepen ahead of the first rate cut cycle, but subsequently fell in anticipation of the first rate cut. Source: Effective Federal Funds Rate, (FEDFUNDS) and 10-Year Treasury Constant Maturity Rate, Percent, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (DGS10). Data as of 12/2/2019. The shaded areas indicate the first time the Fed cut rates in each rate cutting cycle. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. The Fed’s policy stance has also kept financial conditions very easy, countering recession risk. Historically, a yield curve inversion has been a reliable leading indicator of recession in the following 12 to 18 months. However, the trigger for recession has often been a tightening in credit conditions that followed an inverted yield curve. Borrowers had difficulty getting access to funds as banks tightened credit standards and raised lending rates. That hasn’t happened this time around. While recession models based on the yield curve were flashing warning signs last spring, the credit markets were not, making us doubt there would be a recession in 2019. It’s notable that even during the period of Fed tightening in this expansion, companies and consumers had access to ample amounts of credit on easy terms. Now that the yield curve is positively sloped and credit spreads are low, the markets’ concerns about an imminent recession should diminish. Inversion of the 10-year/3-month Treasury spread can predict the probability of recession 12 months ahead Twelve Months Ahead (month averages) Source: New York Federal Reserve. Monthly data as of 10/31/2019. Shaded bars represent recessions. Notes: This model uses the slope of the yield curve, or “term spread,” to calculate the probability of a recession in the United States twelve months ahead 10/1/2020. Here, the term spread is defined as the difference between 10-year and 3-month Treasury rates. Corporate credit yield spreads over Treasuries also can be a predictor of recession Source: New York Federal Reserve. Monthly data as of 10/31/2019. Gray bars represent recessions. As we look into 2020, conditions for positive economic growth are still in place. Fed policy is accommodative and capital is widely available on easy conditions. Global slowdown nearing an end? A rebound in the global economy in 2020 could also contribute to a modest rise in bond yields. Growth forecasts are still soft in most regions, but the worst-case scenario of a global recession doesn’t appear likely. Leading indicators of global growth, which declined in a synchronized pattern over the past two years, have begun to stabilize and rebound. It’s the third time in this long expansion that the indicators dropped. In the previous two occurrences growth rebounded. However, the recent drop was the deepest and most synchronized among the world’s largest economies, raising fears of a global recession, which was reflected in the steep drop in bond yields. However, aggressive central bank easing in Europe and the U.S., and fiscal stimulus in China, have helped keep recession at bay. Leading indicators for China and Europe have begun to stabilize or turn higher, signaling that the worst may be over. If the tentative signs of a rebound prove durable, bond yields could rise globally from extremely depressed levels. OECD Composite Leading Indicators show slowing growth in developed economies Note: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) work is based on continued monitoring of events in member countries as well as outside OECD area, and includes regular projections of short and medium-term economic developments. Shaded areas indicate time periods where CLI's were below the long-term average 100. Source: OECD as of September 2019. Inflation expectations need a boost Inflation expectations are the key to higher yields on intermediate to long-term bonds. Various measures of inflation expectations have remained low despite a tight labor market, rising wages, and healthy consumer spending. The implied inflation rate embedded in the Treasury markets and survey-based measures like the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index indicate investors and consumers expect inflation to remain persistently low. The 5-year/5-year inflation swap rate, a proxy for market-based inflation expectations, hit its lowest level since 2016 in mid-year, but has since rebounded to about 1.75%. 5-year/5-year Forward Inflation Expectation Rate Notes: A measure of the average expected inflation over the five-year period that begins five years from the date data are reported. The rates are comprised of Generic United States Breakeven forward rates: nominal forward 5 years minus US inflation-linked bonds forward 5 years. Source: Bloomberg 5-year 5-year Forward Inflation Expectation Rate (USGG5Y5Y Index). Daily data as of 12/2/2019. However, actual readings of inflation are higher and rising. Looking at eight different inflation measures used by or created by the Federal Reserve, more than half are at or above the Fed’s 2% inflation target. With the economy showing resilience and core inflation edging higher, there is room for higher inflation expectations. The year-over-year percentage change in some inflation measures is at or above the Fed’s 2% inflation target Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, Bloomberg. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items (Overall CPI), U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditure Core Price Index (Core PCE), Monthly data as of 10/31/2019. U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditure Deflator (PCE Deflator), Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items Less Food and Energy (Core CPI), 16% Trimmed-Mean Consumer Price Index % change at annual rate (FRBC Trimmed-Mean CPI), Sticky Price Consumer Price Index (FRBA Sticky Price CPI), Median Consumer Price Index % change at annual rate (FRBC Median CPI), Sticky Price Consumer Price Index, Less Food and Energy (FRBA Sticky Price CPI Core). By our estimates, a stronger growth outlook and rising inflation expectations could add as much as 50 to 75 basis points¹ to 10-year Treasury yields, bringing them up to the 2.25% to 2.50% level. Yields would still be low at those levels, but would be more consistent with a moderate growth outlook. We suggest investors consider adding a small allocation of Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) to portfolios, since breakeven rates are below the Fed’s 2% target, which makes the inflation protection that TIPS offer relatively inexpensive. We also suggest using bond ladders, adding to duration if yields move up to the 2.25% to 2.5%. Yields above 2.5% are unlikely in our view, since it would likely require much stronger global growth and higher inflation than we anticipate. International bonds/dollar outlook: Not much to see here With low to negative yields in many markets and a firm dollar, the risk/reward in international bonds does not look attractive for U.S. investors. We expect the dollar to remain in its long-term bull market but further upside will depend on continued outperformance by the U.S. economy relative to other major countries. The dollar has been in a long-term bull market Source: Bloomberg, using daily data as of 12/3/2019. Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index (BBDXY Index). While good for diversification, the negative carry (that is, when the cost of holding an investment is greater than the income earned from it) and currency risk associated with international bonds reduces their appeal. Emerging market (EM) bonds don’t offer enough yield spread above U.S. Treasuries to be attractive either. Demand has been strong for U.S. dollar-denominated EM bonds as investors search for yield, but valuations are high. At about 350 basis points over Treasuries, EM bond spreads are near the lower end of the historical range. A strong dollar tends to be a negative for EM bonds, especially since the issuance of U.S. dollar-denominated debt has soared since the 2008 financial crisis. U.S. yields are above yields in other major countries Source: Bloomberg. Data as of 12/3/2019. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Credit markets: Something’s got to give The sharp drop in yields in 2019 led investors reach for yield across the fixed income universe. As a result of this search for yield, valuations in the more aggressive segments of the fixed income markets have become stretched. Credit spreads have fallen to very low levels even as corporations have taken advantage of low yields to boost debt levels on their balance sheets. While borrowing when rates are very low is rational, the added debt burden raises the risk of downgrades and defaults if profit growth slows down. The risk is heightened for bonds in the lowest credit tiers, such as high yield bonds. Given rich valuations, we see higher risk of price volatility and even price declines. Income payments are likely to drive total returns for most corporate bond investments in 2020, and it’s unlikely that next year’s performance is as strong as 2019’s total returns.(Please see our upcoming 2020 Outlook for the corporate bond market.) Municipal bonds: Valuations have improved One market where valuations have improved is the municipal bond market. The yields offered on tax-exempt muni bonds compared to Treasuries of comparable maturities have moved up from the lows of early last year. For maturities of five to eight years, yields are back to levels that are consistent with the long-term trend. The supply/demand outlook is also looking positive for municipal bonds. Net issuance is likely to decline, while demand remains strong, especially in high-tax states where the 2017 tax reform capped deductions for state and local taxes (please see our upcoming 2020 Municipal Bond Outlook). Strategy for the new year - Consider adding duration to fixed income portfolios if 10-year Treasury yields move up to the 2.25% to 2.50% region or as part of a long-term ladder strategy. - TIPS appear relatively attractive. Breakeven inflation rates are below long-term averages and the Fed’s 2% target, so the cost of inflation protection is relatively low. - Underweight high-yield bonds. The yield advantage that high-yield bonds offer relative to Treasuries is low, while corporate profits are likely to be challenged in 2020. Investment grade corporate bond investors should also move up in quality, focusing on bonds with “A” ratings or above. - Consider higher-rated municipal bonds in the five to eight-year part of the yield curve. Net supply is likely to remain low, keeping prices from falling much. - Stay local. With low and negative yields across the globe, international bonds provide diversification benefits—but not much else. - Be realistic about returns. After outsized gains in 2019, returns for fixed income investors are likely to be more subdued in 2020. Conclusion: Tipping toward higher yields while limiting risk We expect 2020 to present an opportunity for investors to earn higher yields on their fixed income investments. Prospects for improving growth and higher inflation should lift yields from the depressed levels of 2019. A good entry point for adding duration would be when 10-year Treasury yields move up to the 2.25% to 2.50% region. Despite signs of economic stabilization, we are concerned about rising risks in the more aggressive parts of the bond markets, like high-yield bonds, bank loans, and emerging market bonds. We suggest reducing exposure to high-yield bonds, while moving up in quality in the investment grade market. Municipal bond valuations have improved from early 2019 levels and still appear attractive for investors in higher tax brackets. ¹ A basis point is equal to 1/100th of one percent, or 0.01%. Fifty basis points is equal to 0.50%. What You Can Do Next - Follow Kathy Jones on Twitter: . - Talk to us about the services that are right for you. Call a Schwab Fixed Income Specialist at , , or online. - Explore Schwab’s views on additional fixed income topics in Bond Insights.

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Another piece of political glib talk as we come nearer to the most awaited elections come May 13, 2013 is the reported case being prepared by the Ombudsman Visayas against Tommy Osmeña. This is certainly a welcome development to set a fine example that the wheels of justice run freely in this part of the globe. But wait a minute, at this point, the report is as good as the cheap political stunt of those who aim to benefit from the expected adverse effect of this publicity on the candidacy of Tommy. I am sure, the latest development adds color to the campaign trail which Tommy and his nemesis, Mike Rama, are eagerly preparing like boy scouts. By the looks of it, everything is not new.

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1. EVEN COWGIRLS GET THE BLUES 2. THE WALLS OF THIS OLD HONKY TONK 3. SAGINAW MICHIGAN 4. APARTMENT NUMBER NINE 5. IF ITS NOT MILES YOU TRAVEL 6. LONE STAR STATE OF MIND 7. LUCKY OLD COLARADO 8. EVERY TIME YOU WALK IN THE ROOM 9. OLD DOGS AND CHILDREN 10. THE OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL 11. SUNDAY MORNING COMING DOWN 12. THE PLACE WHERE I WORSHIP 13. TILL THE END 14. THE HUSTLER Write Your Own Review Only registered users can write reviews. Please, log in or register All Items are shipped using Royal Mail Standard Service. Delivery times can vary depending on destination. Postage is charged by weight and is calculated at the checkout stage. Prices quoted are in GBP£. Average weight of 1 CD = 150-200 GMS 1 DVD = 200-250 GMS Average delivery times The delivery times for most orders are as follows (from shipping date): UK: 3-5 days Europe: 3-7 days USA and Canada: 7 days Rest of World: 10 days. These delivery times are an average: packages may arrive sooner or later. Non arrival of orders Whilst very rare, we do acknowledge that this can happen from time to time. If a parcel does not arrive we will re-send or refund after a reasonable length of time has passed. UK: 15 working days Rest of World: 20 working days After this period has elapsed we assume that the parcel has gone missing and we will send a replacement or refund.

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Back support or back brace A back support or back brace effectively improves back posture as part of the management of lower back pain. Painful back conditions can all benefit just from wearing a back support. There are Core stability exercises that are designed specifically to improve the lower back condition and relive back pain. In addition to it a back support help to prevent bad posture. All braces and back supports contain plastic or metal reinforcing side, which particularly helps to prevent back pain in people who require back support during physical activity or work. Back pain also can occur during pregnancy. A back support cannot be wearing during, pregnancy so a pregnancy belt is more suitable to provide support for expecting mothers. Knee supports and braces Knee supports and braces are often prescribed right after knee surgery and during knee rehabilitation. They can help to provide stability and support to knee area and reduce some pressure during walking or staying. Arthritis knee braces can reduce knee pain due to osteoarthritis. Brace is improving the biomechanics of the knee joint and taking away stress off the area of the knee joint. This can improve knee function and delay the need for knee replacement surgery.

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Optus has achieved 50 megabits per second (Mbps) downlink and 20Mbps uplink speeds on its first Sydney trial of Long Term Evolution (LTE) wireless broadband technology. Real-time LTE tests performed over the 2.1Mhz spectrum in the Sydney suburb of Gordon today averaged speeds of 43Mbps downlink and 900Kbps uplink, while 3G tests performed in parallel achieved 1.3Mbps and 70Kbps respectively. Laboratory LTE tests reached 73Mbps downlink. A second phase of the Sydney trials will be conducted on the 1800Mhz band in the second half of the year. Optus director of product portfolio planning, Henry Calvert, said they will better “simulate a real user experience” with more base stations and end-user devices. “The second trial will establish LTE… and will determine performance issues, and the key things to look for around the engineering of the technology,” Calvert said. The tests were conducted between two base stations in Gordon, NSW, on a 10Mhz band segment it purchased earlier this year. Telstra’s earlier trials established speeds of 100Mbps in regional Central Victoria over the 1800Mhz band, using a 100Mhz band segment. Telstra also achieved the same speed over a record distance of 75km using a 20MHz portion of the 2.6GHz spectrum. Nokia Siemens Network sales director of radio and core networks, Mike Smathers, said LTE could reach downlink speeds in excess of 172Mbps, due to hertz efficiency, but is limited by available spectrum bandwidth. Optus parent company, Singtel, is running six trials across the Asia Pacific with different vendors including Huawei, Ericsson, NEC and LTE, to determine the best LTE technology and establish how it performs over various environments. Optus director of mobile core engineering, Andrew Smith, would not be drawn on whether the telco giant would use a single telecommunications provider for all six subsidiaries. Optus used Nokia Siemens Networks to conduct the first and upcoming second trial legs. He said Optus was “pressuring” the government for details regarding spectrum digital dividend in which the much sought-after 700Mhz and 2.5Ghz bands are expected to be auctioned. He said the auction would take place in 2012, and LTE would be commercially ready by 2013. The 700Mhz band would be best-suited for LTE deployment in regional areas, according to an Optus engineer involved in the trials. Smith said LTE is a lower-cost and more simplified technology than 3G (BSC and RNC are included in base stations) and is more suited to the popular short burst transactions like Facebook updates. “LTE is more bursty and allows for more variable content,” Smith said. “Many transactions are short. Ninety per cent of [Optus customer] transactions are less than 156kbps.” Smith said LTE deployments would “compliment” the fibre National Broadband Network (NBN), and would be deployed “irrespective of what happens” to the fixed network. The Australian Communications and Media Authority this week awarded further spectrum to Optus, allowing it to boost regional 3G services in 972 locations.

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Long before movie stars Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger became governors of California, a popular radio personality with no previous political experience—who wasn't even registered to vote—swept into the governor's office of Texas. W. Lee "Pappy" O'Daniel was a 1930s businessman who discovered the power of radio to sell flour. His musical shows with the Light Crust Doughboys (which launched the career of Bob Wills) and his radio homilies extolling family and Christian values found a vast, enthusiastic audience in Depression-era Texas. When Pappy decided to run for governor in 1938 as a way to sell more flour—a fact he proudly proclaimed throughout the campaign—the people of Texas voted for him in record numbers. And despite the ineptitude for politics he displayed once in office, Texans returned him to the governorship in 1940 and then elected him to the U.S. Senate in 1941 in a special election in which he defeated Lyndon Johnson, as well as to a full term as senator in 1942. While the hit film O Brother, Where Art Thou? celebrated a fictional "Please Pass the Biscuits, Pappy" O'Daniel, this book captures the essence of the real man through photographs taken by employees of the Texas Department of Public Safety, most of which are previously unpublished. Reminiscent of the work of WPA photographers such as Russell Lee and Dorothea Lange, these photos record the last unscripted era of politics when a charismatic candidate could still address a crowd from an unpainted front porch or a mobile bandstand in the back of a truck. They strikingly confirm that Pappy O'Daniel's ability to connect with people was as great in person as on the radio. To set the photos in context, Bill Crawford has written an entertaining text that discusses the political landscape in Texas and the United States in the 1930s, as well as the rise of radio as mass medium for advertising and entertainment. He also provides extensive captions for each picture. John Anderson, Photo Archivist of the Texas State Archives, discusses the work of Joel Tisdale and the other DPS photographers who left this extraordinary record of the greatest vote-getter in Texas history, who became one of America's first celebrities to cross the line from entertainment to political office. Bill Crawford is a writer in Austin with an interest in Texas history. His previous books include Border Radio: Quacks, Yodelers, Pitchmen, Psychics, and Other Amazing Broadcasters of the American Airwaves (cowritten with Gene Fowler) and Stevie Ray Vaughan: Caught in the Crossfire (cowritten with Joe Nick Patoski).

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Technology use for pedagogical innovation: - Class communication: mail list, Angel discussion board, quick polls I believe that communicating with the class is as important as knowing the subject you're teaching. Students tend to learn best when they are in good contact with an instructor, so that they can share their concerns, aren't afraid to ask questions and know whom to turn to when they need help. I encourage my students to talk to me whenever they have questions, either during class or after class, during office hours or via e-mail. Every semester I create a class e-mail distribution list and use it for class correspondence. This semester I integrated Angel mail and discussion board into my Math250 course. It definitely breathed some life into our communication, since now students can post messages to me as well as their classmates and discuss homework questions on the message board. Here are a couple of screen captures from Angel: For the students who wish to leave their comments anonymous, I always include an Anonymous feedback form on every course web page. Students sometimes leave really valuable comments if they know they won't be judged by their contents. - Online surveys: Angel Quick Polls Another Angel feature that proved to be of use to me is the Quick Poll located in the "In Touch" Tab of the website. This is how it works: I give one quick poll every 2-3 weeks and ask questions like "Which topic you found to be the most difficult so far?", "Do you think class pace is appropriate so far?" or "Do you think you might need extra help with partial fractions?". In contrast with the Online Survey implemented in Angel, Quick Poll makes it possible to provide users with a short list of answers. The answers should not necessarily be multiple choice, there is a way to include multiple select or even open-ended questions, so that students can express their opinion in writing if they feel like it. I've benefited a lot from the feedback I got in these quick polls. Due to their quick-and-easy format, I was able to detect problems right when they started and modify course pace according to the audience. - Online assessment: Angel quizzes Last semester I started using online quizzes. As every other instructional tool, it has its advantages as well as weaknesses. This is a really great tool if you have no time to assess students' knowledge in class and want to save time on grading. It also has really nice features, e.g. you can specify whether or not to provide an answer key to students, how many attempts they have, start and end time of the quiz etc. I usually give students 2 attempts, so that if they made mistake they can go back and find it, which forces them to take material more seriously and use accuracy when answering test questions. There are of course drawbacks in that one has to go through a lot of steps in order to include a formula in an online quiz (it can only be done by uploading formula as a picture). Another obvious weakness is a necessity to use multiple choice answers, which sometimes doesn't assess the actual knowledge of a student. The approach I usually take is a compromise: I do small in class quizzes every other week, alternating with more substantial online quizzes. This way I reduce my grading workload and get to test students on the material. The students seem to like it too since they feel less stress and can take as much time as they need to think problems over. - Collaboration: team projects This is a relatively new experience for me, since I only started using group assignments this semester. This innovation resulted from my participation in the Course of College Teaching given by the Schreyer Institute of Teaching Excellence this semester. We talked about different teaching strategies and I realized I might be missing something by neglecting collaborative learning. I decided to compile 3 team projects and give them out to students a couple of weeks before each of the exams. Students could work in groups of up to 4 people and submit one report per group. Solution sets were made available on the course web page after each assignment got submitted. Although the projects are completely voluntary, I've had a great return on this assignment. 9 groups have been formed and I was pleased to see that those people who worked together on these assignments continued to help each other with the material and showed more participation in class than others. One explanation I can offer is that students feel much more comfortable and confident when they know their peers and consider themselves not just as individuals but as part of the group. I think I will continue using this method in the future in order to foster learning atmosphere in my classroom. - Use of commercially developed software As it was noted in other parts of this Portfolio, most of my class preparation is in one way or another related to the use of computer software. Here are some of the ways in which various software aids me in achieving my goals: - I use TeX (mostly AmSTeX and MiKTeX) to create homework solution sets; - I use Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat to make in class and online quizzes; - I use MATLAB and Java applets to create pictures of direction fields and various other pictures and graphs; - I use Adobe Photoshop to optimize graphics for the web - Finally as I already mentioned I use the Course Management System (ANGEL) which is integrated in many different areas of the course. - Self-constructed instructional tools: tutorials, lecture notes developed by the TA To help students install and run MATLAB scripts producing direction fields, I made a small tutorial with step-by-step instructions and screen captures. The tutorial put an end to constant flow of letters I've been getting on the matter, since a lot of people were using a wrong installation procedure and couldn't get the program to run. I also made the set of lecture notes for my students that I already discussed in previous section of the Portfolio, so here is one more sample file from that series: Math250chap1.pdf(152KB) - Electronic data or research resources I make use of an extensive list of web resources in any course I teach. I already mentioned some of them (e.g., Java applets) in the Digital resources section of this Portfolio. Another form of resources I utilize is the collection of online tutorials and class notes. There is a huge number of personal and professional mathematical websites online, some of which are specifically dedicated to providing help to students in different areas of the subject. Although they sometimes present the material from a different perspective or use other notations, I still think that selected resources can provide a useful exercise for students in my classes, so I make sure they are exposed to them. Here are some of the web electronic resources I gathered to provide student with some extra help: R U Ready for ODEs? - a set of web-based quizzes from U. Arizona S.O.S. Math ODE course online - nice short introduction to ODE with sample quizzes and exams Integration Tutorial from MathsDirect Besides strictly technical publications, I try to give students some additional motivation by including links of general interest related to the field of study. For example, in my Math231 Multivariable Calculus class, I showed beautiful graphs from this Curve repository which seemed to trigger students' interest in studying polar coordinates. The complete collection of links can be found by scrolling to the Links section of my current course webpage.

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I don't like to be cold. I don't like the icy wind on my face. But watching God blanket the earth in snow waking up to the winterized mountain view first thing watching angels play and the sun glistening through melting icicles... what's not to like. Happy very cold Thursday y'all!

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Photographed at the Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse "Toys for Tots" Car Cruise in Springfield, Illinois on October 9, 2010. This is an annual event held in association with the Cool Cruisers Car Club. Please visit my collection of Motor Vehicles on Flickr where you will find over 10,000 car and truck photos organized in albums by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily. Tagged: , Auto , Autos , Automobile , Motor Vehicle , Car , Cars , Antique Car , Classic Car , Old Car , Collectible Car , Vintage Car , myoldpostcards , von Liski , General Motors , GM , 1938 , Chevrolet , Chevy , Master , Deluxe , 2-Door , Coupe , Custom , Rod , Street Rod , Cool Cruisers , Car Club , Lowe’s , Home Improvement Warehouse , Toys for Tots , Cruise-In , Springfield , IL , Illinois , 10/9/10 , October 9, 2010

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Strawberry Brie Tartlets Fresh molten Strawberry Brie Tartlets, a perfect snack for parties all year long! Lt. Dan and I are party people. We are always looking for an excuse to lay out a glorious spread of edibles and aperitifs. What’s better than a warm amalgamation of friends, food and music? Not much that I can think of. We think of our home idealistically, as a meeting place where people can relax, connections are made, friendships are developed, where inspiring conversations are aroused. A place of both reasoning and laughter. Therefore, I have an extensive collection of throw-together party foods for whenever the moment strikes Sometimes these parties are rather short notice. Frozen puff pastry is something I keep on hand at all times. It’s extremely handy for quick hors d’oeuvres and desserts. If you entertain regularly, you need to have a few tricks up your sleeve, and puff pastry is a handy tool. Bite-size Strawberry Brie Tartlets are perfect party nibbles that can be made in a hurry. This particular variety is essentially a deconstructed classic baked brie. I’ve layered the ingredients I might used to wrap a whole wheel of brie, and baked them into tiny bites of heaven. I find at get-togethers, friends are more likely to eat the less-messy items, especially if it’s an event where they are standing and roaming around. Strawberry Brie Tartlets are easy to pick up and carry. Individual tarts takes a few more minutes of assembly time, but less time in the oven than a whole baked brie. They also look lovely in a sweeping display of delicacies and are a summertime favorite. Strawberry Brie Tartlets are fabulous all year long, but I prefer them in the summer when the berries are ripe and sun-kissed! Strawberry Brie Tartlets - Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Using a 2-inch cookie cutter, cut out at least 40 pieces of pastry dough and lay them on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. - Use a fork to poke holes in the center of each piece of dough to keep the centers from rising too much. - Whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the egg wash over each piece of dough. Bake the dough for 8-10 minutes, until golden-brown. - Meanwhile, slice each strawberry into 4-5 thin slices. Scrape off the rind and slice the brie into thin rectangles. Pull the thyme leaves off the stems. - When the puff pastry is golden, remove it from the oven and allow the centers to collapse a little. If they don't, poke them down with a fork. Then layer a piece of brie over each pastry, followed by a strawberry slice, a few thyme leaves and a sprinkle of salt. - Bake another 2-3 minutes until the brie has melted. Drizzle with a scant amount of honey before serving. These are wonderful served warm or at room temperature! Making this recipe? Follow us on Instagram and tag @ASpicyPerspective so we can share what you’re cooking!

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WORLD'S MOST SLIM AND POWERFUL: X.PAD Catino a slim 15W wireless charging pad in a disk shape. It is slim, lightweight, while able to deliver the highest 15W standard on power efficiency X.PAD Catino is made of tough and durable materials which is resistant to scratch and accidental drops USB-C CHARGING INTERFACE: X.PAD Catino is configured with USB-C charging interface, is able to pass through higher current, ensuring faster and more stable charging efficiency DROP & CHARGE: X.PAD Catino provides up to 15W fast charging, backward compatible with 10W and 5W charging for other Qi enabled devices. This product supports 7.5W output as well, which derives highest power efficiency for iPhones ADVANCED NON-SLIP DESIGN: It comes with a unique non-slip icon on the surface and a non-slip dots on the bottom that ensure your device won’t get knocked off easily, also the charger stays securely on the surface FOREIGN OBJECT DETECTION EQUIPPED: X.PAD Catino comes with a Smart IC built-in which detects the presence of foreign metal objects stem, and prevents the metal from absorbing energy and getting hot. This ensures safe and reliable operation when working in the presence of conductive foreign objects. X.PAD Catino stops delivering power in a fault condition, or in the case of a detected foreign object. BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: Built-in overcurrent, overheating, overvoltage, and short circuit protection ensure you better operation and safe charging Qi Certified.

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Dealy offers a complete selection of cases, cases, cases and accessories iPhone 8. Get the cheapest price! So you can protect your smartphone with our many cheap and high quality cases. The eighth generation iPhone is designed completely of glass. The various protections will help immunize its front and back side. Choose your favorite material: silicone, hard plastic or leatherette. All you have to do is buy it. The iPhone 8 is one of the most powerful mobiles in the world thanks to its A11 Bionic chip. Its Retina HD screen is of remarkable quality. So you'll have to cover it with a tempered glass film or window.

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Describe one of your reading habits. This has been a BUSY reading month for me. I don’t mean that I read a lot of books, but I mean that I have a lot of books that I NEED to read within a certain timeframe. I don’t often deal with deadlines when I read, except for when I’m behind on scheduling reviews and know I need to finish my current book by a certain day to keep up with my review schedule. Right now, I have multiple books with deadlines: an ARC that needs to travel to the next person in line by the end of the week, library books that are due in a week, a physical ARC that was released a week ago that deserves a review quickly, and a book I need to finish for a guest post by the end of the week…. EEK. How can I get this done when I normally only read one book at a time?? I’m not sure about other bloggers, but I feel like most people out there read more than one book at a time. I normally can’t do this. The most I can handle is listening to one audiobook while reading one regular book. Sometimes the stories confuse me, if they’re both in the same genre or have similar generic contemporary romance-related plots, but most of the time I just don’t want to read more than one. What’s the point? It’s just as fast to read one book at a time and focus all your energy on it, as it is to read multiple books at once and take longer in general because you have more pages to read. I like having an audiobook going while I have a regular book going because it’s easier to keep them separate AND it does allow you to read more books in a shorter amount of time. I only listen to audiobooks during times where I can’t normally read, so it doubles my reading time! In this extreme circumstance, in order to get caught up, I’ve been “reading” more than one book at a time. I started Trial By Fire after I finished some other books I was working on, so I could get started on it before Damsel Distressed arrived. I only have it for one week, so I paused Trial By Fire to get going on it. Meanwhile, I finally got a library card and got a little too excited – so I checked out two books (Dissonance and Just Like the Movies) that are due at the beginning of October. Dumb choice. Now, I have a guest post due at the end of the week that involves Just Like Fate. Luckily I already own this one, but I still have to read it before Friday! [More info to come on that!] Not to mention, I joined up with Swoony September…so technically I should be reading a bunch of contemporaries this month from my TBR! I think I’m doing a pretty decent job of staying on track, but it’s going to suck putting off Trial By Fire even longer because I have to get going on Just Like Fate. Hopefully I can better organize myself next time! I’ll just take a breath, remind myself that I can renew my library books, and keep plugging along. At least I’m enjoying these books so far!

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I just realized I never posted this online. I did this a couple months ago, and have been using it frequently (because I’m a chronic music pirate). I occasionally get a bunch of tracks in iTunes that have the Artist Name in the Track Name as well. For example: …and it’s just a pain to go through and remove all the artist names from each track title… the task is a prime candidate for automation. Usage: Select songs in iTunes (it will skip songs that don’t have the artist name in the track name), Run the applescript (I use QuickSilver for this). Result: So, here’s my applescript: (download) tell application "iTunes" set these_tracks to the selection if these_tracks is null then display dialog "No tracks are selected." repeat with i from 1 to the count of these_tracks set thisTrack to (item i of these_tracks) set originalName to the name of thisTrack set theArtist to the artist of thisTrack if originalName contains " - " then if originalName contains theArtist then set newName to characters ((count of characters of theArtist) + 4) thru end of originalName as string if (characters 1 thru ((count of characters of theArtist) + 4) of originalName as string) contains theArtist & " - " then set the name of the thisTrack to newName

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I thought I was working my way towards the end of this project. I’ve been doing some research on ‘fire’ – in art, in photography – because I feel that will be the ‘end game’; burning the book! But, inspired by the exhibitions in London – David Batchelor’s October and the Adventures of the Black Square (see here) – and by reading about Mel Bochner’s Misunderstandings (A Theory of Photography) 1967-70 (see here), I’ve produced two new images in the last few days. They could take the project off on another detour, which might be a waste of time, but I’m quite pleased with them. I can’t tell whether they ‘work’, in the sense of having the potential to be ‘read’ by a viewer in a manner that the viewer finds to be of any significance, but they do seem to be coming out of somewhere that matters to me – so I’m sharing them here and ‘reflecting’. I’m not going to give them titles – not yet. The aesthetic owes something to David Batchelor – shades of the colouring book and the doodle – with a hint of student’s studies (wonder why?!) and a touch of the ransom note thrown in for good measure! I’m reminded of the surrealist’s automatic writing – though it isn’t purely automatic of course. There’s a linguistic ambiguity that seems to work alongside the visual ambiguity of the ‘constructs’ that I’ve made – hints of ‘meaning’ that never quite deliver, a search for certainty that was never there. So I have a feeling that these have potential to add value to the project (and further delay the end game!); but they are new and raw, so not entirely sure, yet!

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An interesting article showed up over at Maritime Professional ... Anglo Eastern innovate Advance Process Instrumentation Trainer by Joseph Fonseca Jul 04, 2011, 4:01PM EST For imparting practical training to the top level marine engineers Anglo Eastern Maritime Training Center has developed a process trainer Since simulators, ship-in-campus and other systems have their limitation for imparting training to marine engineers in some of the advanced areas Anglo Eastern Maritime Training Center has come up with an innovation for imparting training to marine engineers in the field of automation and control system. It has built and designed in-house the “ADVANCED PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION TRAINER” especially to train chief engineers, second engineers and senior electrical officers. As new vessels coming out of the shipyards get integrated with increasingly advanced technologies bringing in ever higher level of automation, marine engineers are coming face-to-face with new challenges. Until now there was no substitute for learning through experience which is very expensive and risky. But Anglo Eastern’s custom built process trainer is set to change all this. Their process trainer is designed with a vision to impart more confidence to the sailing engineers in the field of automation, control system and various onboard processes. “One of the weak areas of expertise among engineers is control engineering,” stated Francis Akkara, Head of Engineering Studies of Anglo Eastern Group. “Operation of the engine room, cargo monitoring and operation system are to be well taken care of. Unless one has the theoretical knowledge he / she can’t use the analytical knowledge and skill to fix the problems. This course will help the marine engineers to gain theoretical knowledge and confidence in dealing with such automated equipment. “After the course, the candidates learn how to calibrate the valves, E/P converters, adjust the PID controllers or even supervision through human machine interfaces, a newer prospect on board that could be a challenge to troubleshoot. We have even provisioned for a ‘Programmable Logic Controller’ thus making this trainer a complete hands on training concept for marine engineers.” It is desirable that ships should run with better efficiency and all processes be in good operating range as suggested by the makers. This makes it important to monitor these parameters and operate the system in an optimum manner. For example, a process like jacket cooling water system, boiler system and so on can be optimized, only if operated well within the allowable limit. This way the marine engineer will protect the owner’s interest and save our planet by minimizing the wastage of energy. Secondly, a plant being operated too far from the set point can give progressive failure which includes a cylinder liner crack, boiler damage etc., which are expensive mistakes. In order to operate such automated system efficiently, it is imperative to acquire good theoretical and practical knowledge. Anglo Eastern has initially commenced with a two-day course for imparting theoretical and practical knowledge of various control systems, including Proportional, Integral and Derivatives. This system is designed to train engineers & electro technical officers in the very basics of instrumentation to advanced levels in control systems & automation. This trainer that has been developed has got controlling equipment which are the exact make used extensively onboard. “There is no such equipment available in the market suitable for such high value training capable of imparting effective training,” points out Mr Akkara. “The training that we are imparting is a combination of theoretical knowledge coupled with practical training. We can also induce problems and faults in the trainer equipment so that the candidates are trained in achieving better ability in trouble shooting and fault finding.”

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Connecting Research and Practice: A scientific approach Herrington, N. 2006. Connecting Research and Practice: A scientific approach. CCEAM Conference. Nicosia Cyprus 12 - 17 Oct 2006 Nicosia, Cyprus CCEAM. Over the last decade there has been much criticism levelled at educational research as being unscientific, non-cumulative, uncollaborative and inaccessible. To a large extent this viewpoint has driven research policy and the types of research that are privileged. |Keywords||Teacher Research; Engagement| |Accepted author manuscript| |Publication process dates| |Deposited||25 Feb 2015| |Place of publication||Nicosia, Cyprus| 0views this month 0downloads this month

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High-performance – a statement for all those searching for the absolute maximum. High-quality parts made of carbon, titanium and aluminum make every motorcycle different. First-class components give your machine individuality and extravagance. And ensure the decisive hundredth. Are you running at your fastest time? Then show it. The HP carbon tank trim with its particularly impact- and UV-resistant high-gloss lacquer sets a clear sign. And the high-power rider footrest system brings maximum functionality. Rigid footrest like those in racing sport: for increased comfort and safety. The high-power titanium exhaust system with its tapered end cap made of carbon ensures an even more intense racing feeling and a weight saving of 5.7 kg compared to standard production models. The best way to record the results is with the high-power data logger on the racing track. You can store and evaluate your ride from speed right up to heel angle on 32 data channels.

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In the run up to this summer’s Olympic Games West Sussex residents are being urged to take on their own ‘Reaching Rio’ challenge. The workplace physical activity challenge returns for a fourth year on Monday May 16 and will see teams of five people sign up and cover the distance from London to Brazil’s Rio de Janiero in time for the opening ceremony on August 5. The initiative was set up following the Olympic Games in London four years ago, in order to build on the 2012 legacy and encourage more people to get active for the sake of their health and wellbeing. Christine Field, chairman of the West Sussex Health and Wellbeing Board, said: “We’re encouraging everyone to join us in the last year of Reaching Rio, to try new sports, get active and have fun doing it. “As long as you have a team of five in your workplace and each of you commit to being more active for the challenge, you’ll soon see the benefits. “You definitely don’t need to be an Olympic athlete to take part, either!” Following last year’s challenge more than half of participants said they were more physically active as a result. According to the county council a quarter of adults in West Sussex are not achieving 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity a day. Reaching Rio runs for 12 weeks with teams entering beginner, intermediate or advanced leagues. Spot prizes are on offer for participants as well as the overall winners. In 2015 more than 420 people took part in West Sussex. The average person burnt 15,000 calories, the equivalent of 94 glasses of wine, 83 pints of beer or 62 chocolate bars, while 2,868,287 miles were covered by participants. For more information and to register a team visit http://reachingrio.org Don’t miss out on all the latest breaking news where you live. Here are four ways you can be sure you’ll be amongst the first to know what’s going on. 1) Make our website your homepage 2) Like our Facebook page 3) Follow us on Twitter 4) Register with us by clicking on ‘sign in’ (top right corner). You can then receive our daily newsletter AND add your point of view to stories that you read here. And do share with your family and friends - so they don’t miss out! Always the first with your local news. Be part of it.

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Hillhead Road , West Denton , Newcastle upon Tyne , NE5 1DN We've received your message and will respond as soon as possible. You are here: Our amazing studio with sprung floor, mirrored walls with a fully furnished floors Please provide either your email address or a phone number. Terms of Website Use

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Adriana Knouf Art Talk: On May 26th (Tuesday!) at 11am, our faculty advisor Adriana Knouf (KC1EKK) will be presenting live online her art project that was recently flown to and returned from the International Space Station! She will be speaking about the project itself, named TX-1, and the audacity of thinking about transgender people in space. For more information about the project itself, see the link below: The details of how to connect to the livestream will be released on May 26th on the below page: Satellite Communications Seminar: Are you interested in learning how to work with signals transmitted by satellites? This fall, Adriana Knouf plans to give a talk about the antennas, hardware, and open source software used to schedule, track, receive, and decode those signals. She’ll also speak about how she used these techniques herself to create an art project using many recordings created through this process! Please fill out this super quick survey to show your interest. We plan to schedule it sometime during the fall semester, and we’ll release more details then.

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Army chief stressed on the need to push modernisation and inclusive HR policies during the recently concluded Army Commanders’ Conference. Keeping in mind the rapid societal changes and the increasing pressures of socio-economic aspirations, the Indian Army has decided to recalibrate its HR policy during the recently held six-day long Army Commanders’ Conference that concluded on April 22. During the deliberations, important issues having HR policy ramifications were discussed wherein it was agreed upon that there is an impetus to evolve a more pragmatic HR plan. It is because even though the core values of the Army haven’t changed, rapid societal changes and discernible impact of socio-economic aspirations on the Army have created a need to re-look into the existing policies. In addition, the Army, unlike most government departments has a highly pyramidal structure, which results in over 50 per cent personnel not being promoted despite being highly competent. This necessitates optimum utilisation of this pool of competent personnel. The Conference deliberated measures to enhance transparency and inclusiveness leading to greater equability. The proposals to make the Short Service Officers entry scheme more popular, streamline the intake pattern, employ women officers and grant honorary ranks to Junior Commissioned Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers were also deliberated with positive roadmaps. The Chief, during the course of the deliberation, highlighted the need for a more participative form of policy formulation. Concerned branches of the Army HQ have accordingly been directed to interact with a wide cross-section of offices, branches and personnel. During his closing address, the Chief of Army Staff also impressed upon the need to work in a collaborative manner for maintaining combat effectiveness of the Army. He expressed his confidence at the way the Army has been adapting itself to the dynamic internal and external operational environment. He added that there is a need for sustained and holistic modernisation of the Army, wherein combat and manoeuvre arms, air defence and aviation are on high priority. The Army Commanders’ Conference is an important event in the planning and execution process of the Indian Army. To ensure due diligence, decisions are taken through a collegiate system comprising army commanders and senior officers.

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We have come a long way—Web Style Guide and the World Wide Web. The first version of Web Style Guide was a web site called the Yale c/aim Web Style Guide posted in 1993, just as the world outside computing and academia began to notice the new medium and the Internet in general. The early web was sorely lacking in aesthetics but exploding with potential. Web Style Guide provided much-needed guidance on structure and design based on several decades’ worth of experience with print, hypermedia, and multimedia design and authoring. In 1997 we updated the Web Style Guide site to reflect the maturing design trends and changes in web technology. In the web a novel landscape opened up, like a new continent rising from the sea, ready for explorers and builders. People from the arts, publishing, and dozens of computing disciplines poured in, enriching the web and pushing out the boundaries of what might be possible while bringing the wealth of centuries of media and design culture along with them. The web changed to accommodate these new settlers, whose expectations for what could be achieved in the web environment often outstripped its capabilities. This was a time of significant progress in visual design and interface sophistication, but at the cost of standardization and accessibility. In 1999 we produced the first print edition of Web Style Guide. The web site had gained a significant following as more and more organizations turned to the web as their primary means of communication. People with little or no background in design were assigned the responsibility for web site development, and they looked to Web Style Guide for calm, reassuring, and practical guidance. For many, the slim and straightforward Web Style Guide was a welcome relief from the esoteric, hyperactive, and voluminous books that lined the shelves in the Web Design section of their bookstores. Since its inception as a web site in 1993 and into this third edition, Web Style Guide has presented solid design advice based on classic design principles, acknowledging the possibilities and limitations of current web technology while trying not to let the media confetti overwhelm good sense and an information-oriented aesthetic. Thanks to enormous advances in html, Cascading Style Sheets, and the “web standards” philosophy for building sites, this edition does not contain sections on cross-platform issues or special techniques for making web sites accessible to people with disabilities. Given where we are with web technology, we can finally concentrate on good design and content, knowing that we have the tools on hand to make the web a friendlier, more efficient, and more productive place to read and work. In this third edition of Web Style Guide, and the nineteenth year of the World Wide Web, we celebrate how far we’ve come and how much we can do to make the web accessible to and usable by everyone.

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March 13, 2018 Sweeping Changes to Ontario’s Policing Laws Receive Royal Assent Ontario’s Bill 175, known colloquially as the Safer Ontario Act, 2018 (the “Safer Ontario Act”), has received Royal Assent . As previously reported in our November 3, 2017 In A Flash article, Ontario Announces Sweeping Changes to Policing Laws , Bill 175 extensively amends and replaces the Police Services Act, and introduces new police oversight legislation including the Policing Oversight Act, 2018, the Ontario Policing Discipline Tribunal Act, 2018, and the Ontario Special Investigations Unit Act, 2018. Since our last In A Flash article, some important amendments relevant to labour relations in policing were made to Bill 175. Most notably, the Police Services Act, 2018 now codifies the duty of fair representation owed by police associations to their members that has been recognized at common law. The duty requires that police associations not act in a manner that is arbitrary, discriminatory or in bad faith in the representation of any of the members of the police service. The investigative powers of the Ontario Special Investigations Unit (“SIU”) set out in the new Policing Oversight Act, 2018 were also further expanded to include the ability to initiate investigations into reported sexual assaults if the incident may have resulted from the conduct of a police service member. Bill 175 came into force on March 8, 2018 upon receiving Royal Assent, but the majority of the substantive amendments to the Police Services Act, as well as the newly created police oversight statutes will come into force in the coming months. Further updates and information will be provided as these significant changes to policing in Ontario are implemented. If you have any questions about this topic or any other questions relating to workplace law, please do not hesitate to contact a Mathews Dinsdale lawyer directly for more assistance.

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Targeted Youth Support (TYS) Aim of the Teams The YDSS has two Targeted Youth Support Teams providing a service across the district. Services are provided by the Council in partnership with Crime Reduction Initiative and Action for Children. Targeted Youth Support (TYS) try to identify young people aged 8 to 19 (and up to 25 for young people with additional needs), who need help at difficult times in their life. They organise support with the help of different local and Council services. Young people may be referred to TYS who have difficulty with: - Getting into trouble with the Police or Anti Social Behaviour Unit - Misusing drugs or alcohol - Parents who are misusing drugs or alcohol - Getting into trouble or missing school - Not in school, college, work or training - Teenage pregnancy or Anyone can make a referral to TYS. All work with children, young people and families is voluntary. Building effective and trusting relationships is central to all work in the team. Each team has a programme of work that is just for their local area and designed to meet the needs of local young people. - Support young people and meet with other local and Council services - Assess young people whose behaviour has been identified by Police - Help young people having problems with emotional wellbeing/sexual health/substance misuse - Help young people get back into education, training and work. To set goals and give advice to support access to education, training and work opportunities. - Joint work with TYS commissioned services You can contact TYS on 01977 723165 or 01924 303600

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Graduated in Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts of Brera, I specialized later in scenographic techniques of theater and television. The moment I began a free lance designer I worked for several scenic Studios in Milan, approaching various techniques such as sculpture and, above all, pictorial decoration. The work in the labs allows me to gain skills through a variety of techniques and materials. In these years I made objects and decorations for important fashion events: (Cavalli, Just Cavalli, Etro, Dior, Marras). Windows (Cavalli, Chanel), television, advertising, museum installations, cinema, theater and private commissions. Paints, photographs, personal settings. Work experience, creativity and fine art background create a unique and recognizable taste.

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Sex. Obviously, I've had it. We don't have to talk about how much I've had it — I happen to have grown up in a town where your two leisure choices were having sex or entering your low-rider in a competition. But rest assured you can trust me, person you just met on the Internet, when I tell you that I am a perfectly qualified judge, and that the greatest sex I ever had was when I was pregnant. But how can that be possible, you might ask? Weren't you the grossest, fattest version of yourself that you ever were when knocked up, and isn't that the opposite of what makes sex good? Excellent question. The answer is yes, when I was pregnant I was both the grossest and fattest I ever was (not counting the Gross-a-thon that occurred from the years 1987 to 1990). But we all know by now that in spite of everything we've ever seen or been told, that what looks good and what feels good are often two entirely different things. At least, that's what that guy in college said who wanted me to stroke him with a piece of rabbit fur followed by a piece of metal. Sorry, dude, I get it now. Because somehow, nothing made yours truly wanna get up on a D more than when I had the least amount of control over how I looked or felt. Touche, nature. Touche. Was it pregnancy-induced lack of inhibition? Nature's cruel game? Or the mere fact that I had hit the age — my 30s — where women are supposed to feel more comfortable with their bodies? Apparently all it took was me getting knocked up and putting on 60 pounds to become Sigourney Weaver in Ghostbusters. Post-Zuul possession, natch. Maybe it was the thrill of new life, maybe it was a last hurrah before accepting the realities of impending parenthood. Or as my husband remembers, "What was going to happen — you were going to get more pregnant?" Ergo, we had sex everywhere, all the time during the first trimester. It was as if we were participating in some kind of commercial audition for having sex and needed to do it a lot in a lot of different ways to exhibit range. Morning sickness remained respectfully at bay, and everything felt surging and alive. New hormones, new excitement, the same old positions but minus all the worry! Then, suddenly, two months in and without warning, I was closed for business. Put the goods away, sir, as I am retiring for the duration, I seemed to say. My husband refers to this middle period as "The Thing" for some reason, but I just ate like a jackal and had a lot of emergency feelings that I needed to be addressed immediately the second they occurred. This, I believe, is what you'd refer to as a hard-off. And for the next three months, I was completely asexual, a lumbering beast hauling fluids and fetus through time and space like a slow motion, self-contained, brooding wonder — a woman in repose. I used the time, though. This is when I learned a lot of random things about being pregnant, like that a pregnant woman's blood volume DOUBLES. And there's a thing called lactation porn and people are INTO IT and they are GROSS PEOPLE. That you're not supposed to lay flat on your back for very long after the first trimester because of the possible compression of a major vein. That pregnancy will have you driving across town in the middle of a bona fide blizzard for a coney dog from Sonic because by. God. you. will. have. your. self. a. coney. dog. Then, in the last trimester, as if activated like some kind of sex-bot sleeper cell, nature reached into my loins and flipped her almighty switch again, and suddenly it was get-up-on-a-D-time again, Maximum Overdrive edition. The world was my Viagra, and I was a rabid she-beast who was filled with pure, insatiable desire. There were weird, vivid sex dreams about old boyfriends, complete strangers, extremely undesirable coworkers, nurses, various functional fruit. I guess it's like what a real horny dude is like in the 8th grade or what Gene Simmons is like all the time? You tell me. It's also the only time I've ever felt like a captive audience to arbitrary desire — as if I was experiencing some bizarro world pregnant libido version of the Clockwork Orange force-eyed aversion therapy scene. Everything was gonna seem real hot to me whether I wanted it to or not. Luckily, I had a dude to get up on, and that dude was my husband. We'd hit the good times jackpot, and we did what any newly married and pregnant couple would do when given such a pass: we got on the highway and took this little number out for a spin. True, she was quick to overheat, but points were frequently awarded for effort and enthusiasm. Seriously, though: in spite of being the sort of person who felt sure I'd had the self-esteem to have great sex already, this was hella different. It was consciousness-raising sex. No longer responsible for my body's shape, size, various fluids or logistical difficulties, I was merely an incredibly turned on vessel of biology and impulse. No alcohol needed, no state of mind, no warm-up period, no gettin' in the mood. Whether it was sexy or not was beside the point. Somehow, merely being alive in these moments was beyond sexy — it was transcendent. In simpler terms: I didn't give a pregnant shit how I looked or sounded. I just wanted to get it on. Move over, Samantha. I think THIS is having sex like a dude. Right? Amirite? Like, dudes are hilariously unselfconscious about like, everything as it is. Sex is like pathologically self-serving dude go-time. Anywho, this visceral spree went on right up till the very end, but I never really did figure out why the pregnant woman is sometimes subjected to such a possessed craving. I know there's hormones and increased sensitivity and engorgement and all that, but what biological purpose would it actually serve? Nature, of course, is cyclical, not to mention a saucily good keeper of her own secrets. So perhaps it's no coincidence that as the pregnancy advanced, friends, midwives and other mothers began to mention sex with a wink and a nod along with eating spicy food and long walks around the neighborhood to kick-start labor. Turns out that something in semen is said to have a ripening effect on the cervix. I guess it makes sense — after all, jizz got you into this hot biological mess in the first place. The least it can do is help warm up the car on the way out. Tracy Moore is a writer living in Los Angeles. She's probably having sex right now. Image via Jana Guothova/Shutterstock.

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- Fruits are sweet, even when green - Fruits grow to 3-lobed, 4 inch long bells - Plants grow to 2 feet - Sweet pepper - 90 days from transplant - ±4,500 seeds/oz Sweet and productive Polish pepper. Two-foot tall plants produce 4" long bell fruits with 3 lobes. Sweet even when green, sure to be a favorite. Does well in dry areas. 90 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,500 seeds/oz. Learn to Grow Buran Pepper Start Indoors: 8 weeks before last frost Germination: 14 Days Plant Outdoors: 12-24” Apart Light: Full Sun Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.

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Graphic designer Andrea Minini is adept at transforming clean, curving lines into elegant creatures. Through his vector illustrations, the artist conveys striking portraits of animals who are represented by sleek, flowing curves and thoughtful shadowing. “What I love in graphic design is speed: good projects have to be clear and powerful at first sight,” Minini told us. For his latest series, the designer continues to expand upon his linear creations by adding color to his Animals in Moir repertoire. “This time I tried to push the process to the limit using just 2 lines to design each animal,” he writes. “And some color of course!” By adding a splash of vivid colors to his work, Minini demonstrates the power of simplicity. Using basic lines and straightforward colors, he's able to create wondrous creatures who captivate viewers with their graceful forms.

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The big event in Alina Perez Herrera's day comes around 10 a.m., when the sun's rays start to pound onto her head. She props up her government-paid Sunbeam grill and pushes it to the shady side of the Havana street. Perez Herrera sells fried sweet potato and corn fritters, known as frituras. Understanding the economics of her sidewalk business requires the use of small numbers: She charges 10 cents for each fritter. Every day she sells about 20 and gives all the money, about $40 a month, to the government, which pays her $10 a month to do this. The state also gives her the white smock she wears and the materials to make the fritters. Perez Herrera lives in Central Havana with her mother, sister and nephew, all of whom make roughly the same wage she does. "We manage because we put all our money together," she says. Three months ago she lost her job cleaning in a hospital kitchen. Her brother had become ill, so she took a week off to help him. But she never told her boss. To get a new job, she went to the government employment agency, which set her up with the grill and the sidewalk spot. She says she expected the government to do that for her. Perez Herrera is 34 but looks and talks older. She normally seems tired, taking long pauses while she speaks. "I like this work," she says while fiddling with the grill. She expresses no desire to find a better job. For her, this might be as good as it gets.

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There’s not many shows where you actually guarantee the level of interest will be so high that the guest list books out and anyone who is anyone will want to get along to see it. With the first solo show from talented street artist Fanakapan that was exactly the case at the BSMT Space gallery in Dalston. For years now the artist has been painting the walls of the East End. He has some particular favourite spots and his work can often be seen in the car park of the old Seven Stars pub just off Brick Lane, a popular spot for art lovers in the East End. There his style has evolved from painting Bertie Bassett assembled characters based on liquorice allsorts into creating crazy 3D images from shiny silver balloons arranged in a variety of patterns. It’s the sort of work which is guaranteed to get noticed and the honing of his style has made him one of the most accomplished street artists working in London today. A natural born creative Fanakapan lends his artistic talents to other areas away from the street. He designs sets and props for movies, TV and theatre as well as doing work online and now of course on canvas. Recently he returned from Dubai where he painted a huge mural as part of the Dubai canvas festival, street art event featuring some of the world’s top street art talents. The show in BSMT Space features much of the style of work for which he has become known yet more than ever emphasises the dual nature of his work. The backgrounds matter just as much as the main bulk of the painting itself. The painting of a balloon letter ‘T’ for example is set against the backdrop of teabag stains, whilst the work ‘Shit’ painted onto an old TV monitor is surrounded by balloon flies on adjoining walls. My particular favourite, a commentary on the global economy with the word ‘YES’ created out of the symbols for the Yen, Euro and Dollar painted onto monopoly money. At the opening night itself, the artist wasn’t to be seen much. Quietly keeping himself to himself, Fanakapan is an artist who seems to prefer to sit back in a crowd but when engaged in one to one conversation his passion for the work comes through. When painting on the street his focus will be complete, fully in the zone as he blocks out the world around him in order to create some of the best street art in the city. ‘Inflation’ by Fanakapan at the BSMT Space gallery in Dalston launched on 7 April 2016 and runs until 24 April 2016. The gallery can be found at 5D Stoke Newington Road, Dalston, N16 8BH. For photos from Fanakapan’s 2nd solo show in London ‘Helios’ have a look here.

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A CINCH: Head to toe lace can be a little much, so meet in the middle with this lovely Linea Pelle High Waist Belt from Nordstrom ($42). The nude patent leather belt is overlaid with black lace, giving it polish and prissiness all at once. BFF: Satin and lace go together like peas and carrots, only prettier. The silky nylon Lace Tiered Cami from 7 for All Mankind ($189) puts a lovely, flowy spin on the combination with a delicate neckline and slightly angular layers. Find the pale peach version at Macy's in Fashion Valley Mall. DIP YOUR TOE IN: An easy, understated way to incorporate lace into your wardrobe is to put it near your feet. Guess's Carrielee heel ($99) is a pointy-toed nude and black stiletto with subtle sex-appeal. Grab them at the Guess store near you. IT'S SO HER: Betsey Johnson never gives lace a rest, but in a good way. While she has many dolled-up dresses to choose from, the 40's Frock Slip Dress ($315) with lace detail is versatile, wearable and just plain pretty.

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50+- Randolph County IL Tillable, Wooded, Pond 2000L Randolph County|50 Acres|$259,000|Coulterville IL Good Mix of Tillable and Wooded with Pond Great home site or your own hunting getaway! Only 46 minutes to Shiloh or 1 hour to St. Louis. This 50.371-acre tract of land was surveyed in 2012. The acreage had 211.47 feet of road frontage on Boyd Road (blacktop road) and goes back 1174.02 feet to where it opens up to a large tillable field. 19.43 acres are farmed on a crop share basis. An additional 5.8 acres that could be farmed but is planted in food plots for a different kind of harvest. There is one permanent deer stand that will stay with the property but there are plenty of places to put more stands up. There is also a pond in the woods at the back of the property not far from the food plots. The owner has enjoyed this land as his hunting spot over the past few years and was able to provide us with excellent game camera pictures. There is a Quonset hut on the property for storage. Washington County water available at the road. Parcel # 01-004-016-00 (alt pin 04-034-000-10). Taxes paid 2015: $480.58. Originally listed at $275,000. Boyd Road, Coulterville, IL

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Bison meat can seem unfamiliar to many of our new campers. Most haven’t experienced it and are curious to give it a try. Often, it only takes one time eating this delicious meat to make new people fans of the taste and texture. Bison meat is higher in moisture than other common meats and fish. It’s higher in iron while being lower in fat and calories. The meat has a somewhat stronger, sweeter flavor than these other options. Here, in our store, we offer a wide variety of Bison meat options. Some items you can expect to see are burgers, ribs, roasts, sausage, steaks, stew meat, and hot dogs. You can also pick up some recipe books, coffee mugs, and other items to take home for yourself or as gifts for your unfortunate friends who had to stay home this trip.

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The Columbia Art Center offers a camp for grades 1-8, Monday through Aug. 19 at 6100 Foreland Garth. Children will experience printmaking, painting, sculpture, collage, drawing, working with clay and more. Artists will teach campers how to experiment with colors, textures and media in a variety of theme-based projects as they go from studio to studio. Camp also includes Zumba dancing and swimming. Camp is offered in one and two week sessions: Cost for the one-week sessions are $235 for residents and $275 for non-residents. Two-week sessions are $405 and $475. Information: 410-730-0075 or go to columbiaartcenter.org. 'Fiddler on the Roof' The Howard County Summer Junior Theatre presents this musical centering on the life of a poor dairyman and his efforts to keep his family's traditions in place while marrying off his three oldest daughters. Shows will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, June 30 and 7 p.m. Friday, July 1, at Long Reach Hill High School, 6101 Old Dobbin Lane in Columbia. Tickets are $7. Information: 410-313-7117. Proceeds benefit Prepare for Success and Grassroots Crisis Prevention Center. Festival and fireworks The annual Fourth of July festival and fireworks display will be held Monday, July 4, at the Columbia Lakefront. Festival kicks off at 5 p.m. with children's entertainment featuring the Blue Sky Puppet Theater, Kinderman and comedy juggler Michael Rosman. There will also be carnival games and crafts, with a "Stars & Stripes" theme. At 7:30 p.m., the main stage will host a rock performance by Cruise. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Free parking. Information: 410-313-4451. Rain date for the fireworks display is Tuesday, July 5. The Howard County Conservancy seeks Wednesday morning drop-in gardening volunteers to help maintain thematic and native plant gardens on the property. All levels of experience are welcome. Call Chris Garbart at 410-465-8877 or email him at [email protected]. The Laurel Mill Playhouse presents "Twelfth Night" by its Summer Youth Shakespeare Theatre at 508 Main St. in Laurel. Show continues through July 17 with 8 p.m. performances Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. matinees on July 10 and 17. Tickets are $13, $10 for students and seniors. For reservations and more information, call 301-617-9906, ext. 2 or go to laurelmillplayhouse.org. Disaster information sessions The Volunteer Center Serving Howard County hosts monthly disaster volunteer information and orientation sessions to inform community members on how to plan, prepare and effectively serve in times of disaster to improve community preparedness and resiliency. Sessions will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 28; Tuesday, July 26; Thursday, Aug. 18; and Wednesday, Sept. 7, at Columbia Association Headquarters, 10221 Wincopin Circle in Columbia. To register and more information, call 410-715-3179. A Howard County construction project to replace a water main along Ducketts Lane, between U.S. 1 and Kyle Leaf Court in Elkridge, is underway. The project will include the installation of approximately 14,000 linear feet of PVC pipe. Construction will take place weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a minimal effect on traffic in the area. Signs will be in place to advise motorists. Weather permitting, project should be completed by late September. Information: 410-313-3440. The Columbia Association's Board of Directors' Planning and Strategy Committee seeks volunteers, preferably those whose backgrounds or careers are preferably in the financial management area, to serve a one-year term on the Columbia Association's Financial Advisory Committee. The mission of the committee is to provide community input to the planning and strategy committee to inform and advise the association on budget issues and financial matters related to planning and strategy. Letters of interest, along with resume, should be submitted by Wednesday via mail to Chick Rhodehamel, Columbia Association, 10221 Wincopin Circle, Suite 100, Columbia, 21044; via fax to 410-312-6327; or via e-mail to [email protected]. Information: 410-381-3551. The Howard County Office of Children's Services will present a series of workshops for parents and guardians raising children from birth to age 8. Topics include child development, encouraging self-esteem and good behavior, positive guidance and discipline, and how to keep children safe and healthy. Classes are offered in an interactive group format and will include practical tips and advice for common situations, as well as hands-on activities. Interested persons can take just one class or the entire series of six. Each class is $5 and will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday through August 23 at the North Laurel Savage MultiService Center, 9900 Washington Blvd. in Laurel. To register and more information, call 410-313-1940. Calling all artists! The Howard County Arts Council is now accepting submissions for Art HoCo 2011. If you are a visual artist, 18 or older, who lives, works or studies in Howard County, you are eligible to apply to this biennial juried exhibit. The juror will be David Gracyalny, dean of the School of Professional and Continuing Studies at Maryland Institute College of Art. For entry forms and more information, call 410-313-2787. Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26. The Howard County Conservancy offers free guided hikes and talks on the second Saturday of the month. Visitors can enjoy an easy walk in the meadows and woods and along stream banks of the conservancy, 10520 Old Frederick Road in Woodstock. Information: 410-465-8877 or go to hcconservancy.org. The Howard County Arts Council seeks two volunteers to serve on the Baltimore City Arts & Cultural grant review panel. Interested individuals should have expertise in science/history museums, aquariums, libraries or zoos. Attendance at a three- to four-hour meeting on Wednesday, June 15, is required. Send resume and letter of interest to [email protected]. Information: hocoarts.org. The Howard County Arts Council has announced the availability of the Black Box Theatre for rental. It is a 98-seat multipurpose performance space and is equipped with professional sound and lighting equipment, nearby dressing rooms, padded seats, black stage curtains and a sprung dance floor. A performance grand piano is also available for rental through a separate agreement with the Howard County Music Teachers Association. All renters of the theater are required to carry a commercial liability insurance policy of $1 million. Other requirements and rental request forms and rates can be found at hocoarts.org. Rental request forms should be mailed to Room Rentals at the Howard County Arts Council, 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, 21043. Howard County resident Elaine Ritchey has established the Arnold Braer and Maggie Endowment Fund, a donor-advised fund at the Columbia Foundation, that will support organizations dedicated to animal welfare. Fund is a memorial to her brother, Arnold Braer, who lived in Laurel, and his beagle, Maggie. The two died in November 2006. For more information about the Columbia Foundation, call 410-730-7840 or go to columbiafoundation.org. The Department of Recreation and Parks has opened its newly renovated boat-launching ramp and fishing pier at Centennial Park. Located on the south side of the park, the ramp and pier improvements include an enlarged pier and an ADA-compliant walkway. The start of this year's boating season, which normally begins March 1, was pushed back to April 22 because of the construction project. As a result, the cost of an annual boat permit has been reduced from $35 to $30. Permit is good for the entire season, which ends Nov. 30. Information: 410-313-7271 or howardcountymd.gov/rap. Vendors for International Day The Columbia Association seeks vendors for the 17th annual Columbia International Day, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the downtown Columbia lakefront. The celebration highlights and celebrates the cultural and ethnic diversity of Columbia. The free event features live music and entertainment representing a variety of cultures; international food and crafts vendors; and children's activities. Applications are being accepted from vendors and artisans who would like to display or sell items with an international theme. For an application and more information, call 410-715-3161 or go to columbiaassociation.org/events. The Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks has received a $30,000 grant from the National Recreational Trails Program Fund. The grant will be used for the renovation of the Village of Owen Brown's pedestrian pathway system. The project, scheduled to begin in October, will allow the restoration of the deteriorating East Columbia pathway with a new overlay of asphalt. Howard County will provide $30,000 in matching funds, along with any remaining funds needed for the project. Renovations will consist of repaving the 3,909-foot pathway that serves the Owen Brown Community Center, Owen Brown Interfaith Center, Owen Brown Village Shopping Center, Cradlerock School, the Howard County Library's East Columbia branch, and the Southwick and Elkhorn housing communities. Anticipated completion date is the summer of 2012. Yard waste collection Howard County's Bureau of Environmental Services will resume weekly yard waste collections through Jan. 20, 2012. Yard waste will be picked up weekly during regular recycling days and should be placed outside by 6 a.m. Allowable yard waste items include grass, leaves, hedge clippings/light brush, small limbs or branches less than 4 inches in diameter and 4 feet in length, dry seed pods, straw, hay and bamboo. Residents are encouraged to use paper bags or reusable containers. To obtain a free paper yard waste bag (limit two bags per family), go to the Bureau of Environmental Services at 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 514 in Columbia, or the Alpha Ridge Landfill at 2350 Marriottsville Road in Marriottsville. For a complete list of what yard waste is and is not accepted, or for more information, go to howardcountymd.gov/dpw/recycling.htm. Kindred Spirits, a social club for people diagnosed with early memory loss or dementia, will meet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays in the 50+ Center at the Gary J. Arthur Community Center at Glenwood. Highlights include speakers, discussion of current events, yoga, meditation and art therapy. Daily fee of $26 includes snacks, lunch, coffee and tea. Information: Judy Miller at 410-313-5441 or [email protected]. The program is sponsored by the Howard County Office on Aging and the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Maryland. Habitat for Humanity and the Boy Scouts of America have placed a collection bin for aluminum cans at the entrance to the parking lot of Christ Memorial Presbyterian Church, 6410 Amherst Ave., in Allview Estates. Information: 410-997-4949. Recycle old TVs The Howard County Bureau of Environmental Services reminds residents to recycle analog TVs rather than throw them away. Options available: The Alpha Ridge Landfill Resident's Convenience Area, 2350 Marriottsville Road, is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday and accepts TVs, computers, keyboards, printers, scanners, laptops, VCRs, radios and other electronics. Best Buy's Customer Take-Back Program allows customers to bring in old TVs (32 inches or smaller) at no charge. Limited to two televisions per person per day. Console televisions are not accepted. The Southeast Howard County Health Services Directory, a guide to resources near North Laurel and Savage, is available free at the North Laurel-Savage Multiservice Center, 9900 Washington Blvd. The directory includes listings of clinics, pharmacies, hospitals, general and family practices, dentists, obstetricians and gynecologists, transportation and crisis contacts. The guide also indicates whether Spanish and Korean are spoken at the facility, as well as the address, contact information and hours of operation. Hours and information: 410-880-5917. Council seeks members The Community Advisory Council to the Board of Education is seeking at-large members for the coming school year. The council sponsors educational programming for members and provides the opportunity to study and have input into curriculum, educational policy, redistricting and budget. It meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Department of Education in Ellicott City. At-large members serve a two-year term. Information: 410-313-6682. Theater workers needed Red Branch Theatre Company is accepting resumes for costume designers, lighting designers and stage managers for the remaining shows this season. Send applications to Jennifer Spieler at [email protected]. Panel seeks members The Secondary Language Arts Advisory Committee seeks new members. The committee consists of teachers, administrators, students, parents and other community members who advise, support and advocate for the improvement of educational programs. Meetings will take place four times during the school year at a central location. Information: 410-313-6620. Call for artists Slayton House Gallery is accepting applications to exhibit for the coming season. Applications are available by e-mailing [email protected]. Information: 410-730-3987. Spanish speakers wanted Latest Howard County The Foreign Born Information and Referral Network, 5999 Harpers Farm Road, Suite 200-E, Columbia, needs Spanish-speaking volunteers to greet clients, answer basic questions, make appointments and support the staff. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday; other times may be considered. Information: 410-992-1923, ext. 14. - Arts and Culture - Rooms and Sublets - Technology Industry - Bars and Clubs - Disasters and Accidents - House Building - Diseases and Illnesses - Lifestyle and Leisure - Dining and Drinking - Alzheimer's Disease - Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry

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Sunday 20 May 2018 (10:45 -12:45) Every Sunday morning we gather to practice meditation together with tea and conversation before and after. Nice opportunity to meet like minded people in a relaxed and friendly setting. We open and close the morning with chants from the Shambhala Buddhist tradition, with sitting and walking meditation in between. Its best to come to a Wednesday Open night for intitial instruction before coming on Sunday (or one of our intro courses) although instruction on the Sunday can be arranged by advance request only. Suggested donation is 5-10 euro.

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95 Pine Street We are New York City's top-performing and fastest-growing charter school network, and we are fundamentally reshaping public education. To ensure long-lasting change and a school model that will prepare current and future generations of children from all backgrounds with the subject mastery and skills to succeed in college and life, we have reconceived every aspect of school design, from elementary to high school. We now need a results-driven Copywriter to join our Success Academy Creative Agency team. The Copywriter role includes long and short format writing for projects spanning content and video for marketing, advocacy, e-learning, development, and academics initiatives. The ideal candidate has strong writing skills, a love for purpose-driven creative, uncompromising attention to detail and most importantly a great can-do attitude and collaborative spirit. You can balance both strategic and creative thinking to develop strong, effective ideas. You have a sharp view of the big picture. Key responsibilities include: - Has proven and exceptional conceptual writing and editing capabilities; - Brings a proven track record of writing for a variety of channels (i.e. editorial copy, scripts, marketing); - Has a strong command of storytelling; - Is a champion of brand tone and strategy; - Can distill complex ideas into simple, approachable language for a variety of audiences and channels; - Thrives in a fast-paced multifaceted organization; - Is passionate about education reform and communications; - Has extreme attention to detail, accuracy and facts; and - Is a self-starter. A successful applicant will have the following experiences and characteristics: - 3-5 years of experience across a variety of formats; - Bachelor’s Degree; - Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple activities and prioritize conflicting demands while meeting deadlines; - Experience with Google Drive platform, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides; - Problem solves with enthusiasm; and - The ability to address feedback quickly and collaborate effectively. Minimum Education Required How To Apply To join our team, please upload a cover letter, resume, and 3 writing samples that outlines your candidacy and Copywriting experience. Your cover letter should explain in detail your qualifications for the position. Resumes without cover letters will not be reviewed. Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

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VILONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 29, 2016 MENU: Chicken Nuggets, Potatoes, Roll, Green Beans, Broccoli, Apple, Juice/Milk Chicken Sticks, Carrot/Celery Sticks, Fruit, Juice/Milk As flu season approaches please be sure to wash and sanitize hands often, especially before eating. Students remember to order a lunch for ICU even if you have D hall. Also remember to bring work with you to D hall. (AR book to read, ICU work or homework) NO glass drink containers are allowed on campus. NO open containers other than water can be in your locker. NO open food in lockers. If trash from the cafeteria is left on the courtyard all food and drink will remain in the cafeteria. Eagle tattoos will be on sale during lunches on Mondays and Thursdays. The tattoos are $1 each and they are the ONLY tattoos that can be worn at school. The 9th annual Chili Cook Off date will be Thursday, December 8, from 5-7. Adults are $5and children $3. Silent Auction will end at 6:30. The yearbook staff wants your pictures! Download the replay it app to share your awesome photos with us! 2nd chance breakfast: 7th @ 9:10 and 8th @ 10:15 Any student going to 2nd chance breakfast must respect the band class. Any student not respecting class will not be allowed to participate in 2nd chance breakfast. Angel Tree Food Drive. Bring your donations to your 1st period teachers November 28–December 8. 8th grade GT will me Friday at 1:20. SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE December 20, 2016 (Tuesday) 1st period regular class 2nd period regular class 3rd period-Semester Test 4th period-Semester Test 5th period-Semester Test December 21 (Wednesday) 1st period-Semester Test 2nd period-Semester Test 3rd period-regular class 4th period-regular class 5th period-regular class December 22 (Thursday) is MAKE UP TEST ONLY Honor Roll Assembly will be: January 27, 2017 8:30: 8th grade in gym 10:00: 7th grade in gym

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I have an Android tablet 8" but every time I charge it, it won't stay charged. I even thought I was putting the plug in the wrong hole, as there are two of them, but neither has changed things. There is a little red icon with an x on it in the right upper side if that means anything, I assume it means no charge. Can anyone help me please. Thank you.

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On The WetCoast Podcast Welcome to On The Wet Coast, a blog & podcast about sexuality and ethical non-monogamy of every variety. We talk polyamory and swinging, monogamish and open relationships; from dirty, dirty sex to heartbreak. We share our personal experiences and philosophy, observations and theories, what works for us...and where we messed it right up. More ways to listen

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Sep 6, 2013 to Sep 27, 2013 This event occurs daily, every 1 day(s). Painter Aina Nergaard-Nammack considers herself a colorist. See how she plays with color when she exhibits at the Mezzanine Gallery. Delaware Division of the Arts Carvel State Office Building 820 N. French St. New Castle County We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.

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The Australian senate has voted to permit the use of cloned human embryos for stem cell research, sparking an emotional debate on the ethics of the scientific procedure. New legislation overturning a four-year ban on therapeutic cloning was passed by 34 votes to 32 in a late-night session on Tuesday, marked by warnings of a nightmarish future in which scientists create monsters. The legislation will now go before the House of Representatives, where it is expected to be approved and become law. Australia’s Prime Minister John Howard allowed a rare conscience vote on the issue, giving senators and members of parliament the freedom to vote outside party lines. The bill would let researchers clone human embryos so that their stem cells could be used for research that could one day finding cures for debilitating diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and spinal cord injuries. Therapeutic cloning involves removing the nucleus of an unfertilised human egg and adding human DNA before growing it in the lab. The bill states that cloned embryos would have to be destroyed within 14 days and could not be implanted into a woman. Australian neuroscientist Peter Schofield told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that part of the fierce debate spawned by the senate vote was focused on when life first begins. “For some, it’s the moment the sperm and egg meet or that any other cellular form that has the potential to be an embryo comes first into existence,” he said. “The reason the 14 days has been used is that’s the first point in time where there is a commitment of any of the cells in that embryo to actually become a fetus and then a baby.” Existing laws allow stem cells to be harvested only from surplus IVF embryos only. The new bill provoked intense and sometimes emotional argument in the senate, with government senator Julian McGauran warning of the creation of human-animal hybrids. He said the research could become “a horror story”, with “Dr Strangeloves chanting for such weird experiments as the creation of hybrid embryos, mixing humans with animals.” A successful, last-minute amendment to the legislation by the Democrats specifically ruled out animal-human hybrids. Howard told reporters after the senate vote he was having trouble making up his own mind about which way to vote when the legislation reaches the lower house later in November. “If somebody looks me in the face and says ‘how can you vote against the possibility that I, as a crippled person, may have available to me a wonderful medical invention, medical science that would cure my affliction’, I can’t say no to that as a human being. “On the other hand, if someone says to me ‘you are going a step too far and interfering in fundamental concepts of the beginning of life’, that’s quite a challenging thing as well.” Female senators tipped the balance in the vote, with 19 out of 23 approving the legislation. Democrat Senator Natasha Stott Despoja described it one of the best legislative decisions in which she had taken part. But the senate leader of the rural-based Nationals Party, Ron Boswell, described it as a dark day in Australian politics. “We created two types of embryos, one born to live and the other created to die,” he said. The issue is controversial worldwide with the latest high-profile intervention in the debate coming from Hollywood star Michael J Fox ahead of the US mid-term elections. Fox, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease, provoked conservative fire after campaigning against President George W Bush’s veto of federal funds for embryonic stem cell research in July.

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The Wood River Jewish Community is a gathering place that strives to perpetuate Jewish tradition through worship, fellowship and learning. Founded in 1976, we seek to provide a welcoming and caring community in the Wood River Valley. Our mission is to establish a gathering place in the Wood River Valley for the meaningful expression of Jewish identity, values, ideals, and fellowship. Our membership consists of over 150 families, with both full-time and part-time residents. The WRJC is open year-round, with cultural, educational, and religious programming for all ages. Our Shabbat services and special events are open to all. Our quarterly magazine, The Shofar, contains letters from community leaders and insights on Judaism in our community. Our weekly newsletter, which is sent to members and non-members, contains community news, upcoming events, and information on this week's Shabbat services. To join the mailing list, click the button below. To inquire about advertising, please contact Claudie Goldstein.

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Haydn Porteous is one of the rising stars in golf. The top ranked amateur coming out of South Africa, the 21-year-old captured the Joburg Open just a month ago, instantly becoming one to watch on the European circuit for the 2016 campaign. However, you're about to watch Porteous for an entirely different reason. Porteous was in the midst of a rough round Thursday at the Tshwane Open, posting four consecutive bogeys when he came to his 13th hole of the day. Porteous proceeded to put his approach shot into a water hazard, leading to this: Personally, I don't know why pros are so worried about getting mud on their clothes. Their sponsors give them new ensembles each week anyway. This feels a tad gratuitous, like Porteous just wants to show of his physique. Or I'm just super jealous that, not only does this dude have a world-class game, but he's chiseled like a statue. One of the two.

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Science appears to have cracked how to make an invisibility cloak It is the closest scientists have come yet to recreating Harry Potter's invisibility cloak. An ultra-thin flexible material has been developed that can wrap around an object and make it vanish. Although the "invisibility skin" has only been tested at microscopic scales, scientists believe it should be possible to create larger versions in the future. The 80 nanometre thick film is made from gold "nanoantenna" blocks that interfere with the normal scattering of light waves. In the test, the "cloak" was wrapped around a tiny lumpy and dented "bump" measuring 36 micrometres square - about the size of a few living cells. Once activated by switching the polarisation of the nanoantennae, it made the object invisible. Lead researcher Dr Xiang Zhang, from the US Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, said: "This is the first time a 3D object of arbitrary shape has been cloaked from visible light. "Our ultra-thin cloak now looks like a coat. It is easy to design and implement, and is potentially scalable for hiding macroscopic objects." In the Harry Potter stories, the boy wizard hides from his enemies using a cloak that renders the wearer invisible. It works by magic rather than the light-channelling "metamaterials" used by scientists. Metamaterials have features smaller in size than the wavelength of light, allowing them to re-route incoming light waves. Previous invisibility experiments have produced bulky, rigid designs that cannot be adapted to different environments. The technology, described in the journal Science, holds promise for applications such as high resolution microscopes, super-fast optical computers, and 3D displays. However it is still a long way from providing the perfect camouflage for soldiers and military vehicles, or allowing spies to creep around unseen. Any movement by the object being hidden currently breaks the invisibility "spell". Also, the "cloak" only works over a limited range of light wavelengths.

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One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained. - ‘Remembering that morning, on the plane, when Cassie began to display her ticklishness, which passed for flirting in Cassie's world, she felt mildly disgusted.’ - ‘She snatched her arm back for fear that she would burst into a laughing spell from ticklishness.’ - ‘I then realised that my ticklishness could prove to be a problem.’ - ‘At first, there is a sensation of ticklishness.’ - ‘Once Marie has rubbed my feet vigorously in order to battle my chronic ticklishness, she spends an hour painstakingly applying pressure to every minute area with the edge of her thumb.’ Top tips for CV writingRead more In this article we explore how to impress employers with a spot-on CV.

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Review: could The flu cause Itching? We study 7,171 people who have The flu from FDA and social media. Among them, 60 have Itching. Find out below who they are, other conditions they have and drugs they take. Stay connected: join a mobile support group for people who have The flu and Itching >>> The flu (latest reports from 98,193 patients) can be treated by Tamiflu, Ibuprofen, Amoxicillin, Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Nyquil. Itching (latest reports from 544,323 patients) has been reported by people with high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, pain, multiple sclerosis. On Aug, 16, 2014: 7,170 people who have the flu are studied. Among them, 60 (0.84%) have Itching. They amount to 0.01% of all the 543,523 people who have Itching on eHealthMe. Gender of people who have the flu and experienced Itching * : Age of people who have the flu and experienced Itching * : Severity of the symptom * : |least||moderate||severe||most severe | Top co-existing conditions for these people * : - Hypertension (3 people, 5.00%) - Contraception (2 people, 3.33%) - Infection parasitic (2 people, 3.33%) - Psoriasis (2 people, 3.33%) - Hypersensitivity (2 people, 3.33%) - Sinusitis (2 people, 3.33%) - Anaemia (1 people, 1.67%) - Constipation (1 people, 1.67%) - Gastrooesophageal reflux disease (1 people, 1.67%) - Asthma (1 people, 1.67%) Most common drugs used by these people * : - Tamiflu (16 people, 26.67%) - Acetaminophen (11 people, 18.33%) - Ibuprofen (8 people, 13.33%) - Aspirin (7 people, 11.67%) - Lasix (7 people, 11.67%) - Allopurinol (6 people, 10.00%) - Humalog (6 people, 10.00%) - Relenza (6 people, 10.00%) - Aldactone (5 people, 8.33%) - Lantus (5 people, 8.33%) * Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information. How to use the study: print a copy of the study and bring it to your health teams to ensure drug risks and benefits are fully discussed and understood. You can also: Get connected! Join a mobile support group to help out with your experience or learn from others anytime and anywhere: - group for people who have Itching and The flu - group for people who have The flu - group for people who have Itching Common treatments for The Flu and their efficacy: Could your drug cause it? Comments from related studies: From this study (2 hours ago): I took mucinex for a couple of day as I had a very bad cold, now I have my period and woke up with an on and off womb pain. From this study (1 day ago): i was diagnosed with syndrome of gilbert, thats why i have a yellowish skin (jaundice) i take also cranberry pills to counter jaundice, but doesnt really help i guess, but maybe the pills that i take to stop my hairloss, that i have for several years, might be the cause, those pills are: saw palmetto (350mg) and biotin. i'm out of saw palmetto pills, so im gonna see how i react to that, but maybe u guys can help me out, what can be the cause for my jaundice and/or itchy problem, thank u From this study (1 week ago): Stage 4 CKD and Stage 3 Heart Diease Post a new comment OR Read more comments Can you answer these questions (what is this?): More questions for: The flu, Itching You may be interested at these reviews (what is this?): - Bone pain localized to poison ivy rash I am having a moderate to strong reaction to poison ivy exposure. I have a localized rash with blistering, swelling and inflammation similar to cellulitis. The rash has been progressing for about a week. The blisters are not weeping or oozing. The area is cleaned daily with neem oil soap. Coincid ... - How an integrative wellness approach cured me of insomnia, ibs, and more For 10+ years, I suffered with insomnia and a host of other problems including intestinal distress, headaches, psoriasis, anxiety, cognitive issues, hypothyroid, chronic itching, restless leg, etc. Traditional medicine, aka taking drugs, was not working to heal me. Since childhood, I’ve had IBS, h ... - Itching skin caused by taking crestor After taking Crestor for 4 months or so, raised small spots on my forearms. More itchy evening and night, tried cortisone creams no relief. Dr though it might be due to dry skin, but on researching on the internet found this sort of information pointing to the Crestor as a possible cause. I decided ... More reviews for: The flu, Itching WARNING: Please DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting a physician since doing so could be hazardous to your health. DISCLAIMER: All material available on eHealthMe.com is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. All information is observation-only, and has not been supported by scientific studies or clinical trials unless otherwise stated. Different individuals may respond to medication in different ways. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. The use of the eHealthMe site and its content is at your own risk. You may report adverse side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088). 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Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.2 Timothy 4:2 If you are a fully devoted follower of Christ you have an obligation: to be ready whenever and wherever you are needed to testify to others about how Christ has changed your life. The Bible refers to this as being ready in season or out of season…in other words, you must be ready at any time! Why is that so important? Because a time is coming when people are going to be caught up in all kinds of things that are not true. You need to be ready to set the record straight. You must point people to Christ and the truth that comes in His Word. That may require you to patiently correct, even rebuke a wayward friend or co-worker. The bottom line is that you become an encourager. And the only way to do that successfully is to use something encouraging to lift up their spirits. That One thing is the Word of God. That, my friend is GOOD teaching! So be prepared. Get ready and get set because it wont be long until you are called upon to GO!

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Either (a) the using up of capital in the production of new goods or (b) the sale or liquidation of capital assets in order to increase current consumption. Both result in a diminishing stock of capital for an economy, firm or individual. In the former case, capital consumption corresponds to what is loosely termed depreciation - the wear and tear on machines and their resulting loss of value which occurs in the process of production. In the national income accounts capital consumption is a category of expenditure wliich is based on depreciation allowances made by firms in their accounting records and which is subtracted from gross national income or product to obtain net national income or product. Conceptually it represents an allowance for replacing capita! used up in the process of production, but in practice it will be strongly influenced by accounting conventions for estimating depreciation which do nbt accurately reflect actual capital consumption. |Reference: The Penguin Dictionary of Economics, 3rd edt.|

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With special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation over and his report submitted, it seems President Trump is vindicated; now it’s time for an accounting. After nearly two years of investigation, what do we have to show for it? Mueller’s Money Pit How much the entire Russiagate fiasco will have cost us when all is said and done, we’ll likely never know. Mueller’s investigation, while only one facet of the debacle, we can at least quantify in dollars, more or less. The Special Counsel’s Office (SCO) has thrice released “Statement of Expenditures” reports, each covering a six-month period and accounting for the direct and reimbursed expenditures. In the first period, extending from May,17 2017 to September 30, 2017, SCO spent $3,213,695 in direct expenditures. Though not legally required, they also disclosed another $3,546,000 in indirect expenditures – called DOJ component expenses in the report – totaling $6,759,695 reported for the first six months of the investigation. The second release, covering October 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018, showed $4,506,624 in direct expenditures and $5,476,000 in component expenses, for a total of $9,982,624. The April 1, 2018 to September 30, 2018 statement reports $4,567,533 in direct and $3,906,000 in indirect expenditures, totaling 8,473,533 for the third period. It has now been about six months since this last report, and with the investigation officially over, there ought to be a final statement coming soon. If we assume that the SCO spend roughly the same amount of money in these last six months – mere conjecture, of course, but all we have to go on at the moment – the total cost as reported by the SCO will likely fall in the $30,000,000 to $35,000,000 range. Mueller’s office has argued that the indirect expenditures don’t really count to the taxpayer’s tab, as they represent money the DOJ would have spent even without the SCO investigation: “DOJ component expenses: Although neither legally required nor reported in prior Special Counsels’ Statements of Expenditures, DOJ components that support the SCO were asked to track expenditures attributable to the investigations. The expenditures for this period totaled $3,546,000, which approximates expenditures the components would have incurred for the investigations irrespective of the existence of the SCO.” However, one could argue that this still belongs in the total tally. After all, these resources – including man-hours by DOJ and FBI personnel – would have been dedicated to other cases had they not been redirected. In other words, that money and time would have gone to investigating real crimes had Mueller and the rest of the anti-Trump resistance not led the American taxpayers on what amounted to a political snipe hunt. But they did – and we’re the ones left holding the bag. If any justice were to be found here, we the people wouldn’t have to shoulder the cost. As one Liberty Nation reader commented on our initial report: “All of the time and energy put into this crap and it will probably lead to nothing! If it does indeed end up being nothing was found, then there should really be some pretty serious consequences for this kind of a waste of money and time…like all accusing democrats involved being relieved of their positions. What a joke.” But we all know that won’t happen. The Human Cost Of the 34 individuals indicted, 26 were Russians, one was a Brit, and only 7 were actual American citizens. Some of these Americans – and the Brit – were charged with process crimes, like obstruction of justice and lying to the FBI. These guys weren’t necessarily guilty of anything that would otherwise have been considered either wrong or illegal – yet they paid the price for how they reacted to being targeted by the investigation to begin with. George Papadopoulos was charged with lying to the FBI – but notice the conspicuous lack of indictment for any crime they may have been looking at him for. Similarly, Michael Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI – but was charged with no other wrongdoing. Alex van der Zwaan, a lawyer from London, also pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI in relation to the Russia investigation. Finally, Mueller went after long-time Trump advisor Roger Stone for – you guessed it – lying. He allegedly lied to the House Intelligence Committee about his attempts to contact WikiLeaks during the presidential campaign, then tampered with a witness who threatened his story. Unlike many of the others, however, Mr. Stone has proven to be a difficult nut to crack. What has this farce cost these men? Their careers, at least some of their wealth, and their freedom. Beyond that, the damage done to their reputations and the strife that was almost certainly introduced to their family lives from this is impossible to determine. None of that matters to the anti-Trumpers, of course – the ends always justify the means. Whole Lotta Nothin’ So what did the broken lives and wasted time, money, and effort buy us? Nothing worth having. Those who support the president, while glad that this, at least, is more or less over, lament the waste – and the fact that they are stuck paying the tab. The other side is already locked into spin mode – generating more fake news and widening the growing ideological chasm that now splits the nation. As LN’s Graham J. Noble wrote: “The new narrative is already emerging: Either Mueller missed something or the Department of Justice is about to orchestrate a cover-up.” There will likely be a great cost to the Democrats and their media pals, of course, in the credibility of their investigations against Trump or even other political opponents in the future. But they’ll double down and dig the hole even deeper. Of course they will; they’re too invested in the “Trump’s a terrible person” narrative to do anything else.We value your comments! Please weigh in on our comment section below. And remember to check out the web’s best conservative news aggregator Whatfinger.com

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There are no reviews for this game. Our Users Say ||How well the game mechanics work (player controls, game action, interface, etc.) ||The quality of the art, or the quality/speed of the drawing routines ||How much you personally like the game, regardless of other attributes |Sound / Music ||The quality of the sound effects and/or music composition |Overall User Score (5 votes) MobyRanks are listed below. You can read here for more information about MobyRank. Even though I have a few issues with Geomatrix, mainly not having online play, I can say that this game is a good value at $19.99. You get amazing graphics, good gaming music, and some arcade style gameplay that is fun for the casual gamer, but might leave feature-loving gamers looking for more. Overall, I would have to say that Heavy Metal: Geomatrix is a solid effort by Capcom, and will make a nice addition to your Dreamcast collection. Even though I have a few issues with Geomatrix, mainly not having online play, I can say that this game is a good value at $19.99. You get amazing graphics, good gaming music, and some arcade style gameplay that is fun for the casual gamer, but might leave feature-loving gamers looking for more. Overall, I would have to say that Heavy Metal: Geomatrix is a solid effort by Capcom, and will make a nice addition to your Dreamcast collection. This will probably be the last title from Capcom for the Dreamcast, unless they decide to release Capcom VS SNK 2 here in the US for the Dreamcast. (Only announced in the US for PS2) Capcom has been a great 3rd-party developer and great supporter for the Dreamcast since it hit the market back in 1999. So I would just like to tip my hat and say "thanks" to Capcom for giving me some great games to play on my Dreamcast. Many of these problems would be forgiven if there were some longevity to this game. Unfortunately, there's hardly anything to unlock and as I stated above, it's a pain to play through the platforming sequences of Chaosmatrix. The two-player versus and tag mode are pretty good; there some loss to the detail but otherwise, the game runs at the same smooth frame rate. Still, frustrating gameplay flaws still hurt this game and despite a really kicking soundtrack, Heavy Metal Geomatrix isn't quite a blast. Mit Heavy Metal Geomatrix spendiert Capcom der Dreamcast-Gemeinde noch einmal einen soliden, wenn auch nicht überragenden "Duell-Shooter". Kurzweilige Haudrauf-Action sowohl mit Fäusten als auch mit Waffen, schöne Optik und vor allem der geniale Heavy Metal Soundtrack machen den Titel trotz spielerischer Schwächen zu einem der letzten Leckerbissen für den Dreamcast. Hélas, ce titre est l'un des pires jeux de combat que Capcom nous ait offerts. Les coups sont aussi rares que les cheveux sur la tête à Niiico, et la jouabilité n'est pas top. Pour cette sortie sur console, le développeur a inclus un nouveau mode : le Geomatrix. Mais le principe reste le même qu'en arcade, rien d'intéressant donc. If you have nothing to do, and you've already beaten Spawn, this game is your cup of tea. However, if you're like most people, you'd rather have a root canal. Capcom s'appuie uniquement sur une licence juteuse pour commercialiser un titre totalement vide d'intérêt. Les combats sont trop lents et trop confus pour être réellement jouables. Les fans n'auront que la bande-son pour se consoler d'avoir acheté ce titre. In the end, however, Heavy Metal is simply an uninteresting licensed 3D arena shooter that feels extremely rushed and won't impress anyone. The game's lack of Internet play, which was included in the Japanese version of the game, makes the game even less worthwhile. Games like Spawn , and Alien Front Online offer more, which means unless you're a hard-core Heavy Metal fan, you really shouldn't bother with this game. The best thing about Heavy Metal's matches is how mercifully short they are. Ironically, the relentless soundtrack is arguably the worst aspect of the entire game. If the awkward camerawork doesn't give you a headache, the non-stop, grinding guitars certainly will. I don't know anyone who has ever enjoyed Heavy Metal Geomatrix, and I seriously doubt I ever will.

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Bodacious Eagle Keeps Streak Intact in Texas Classic Derby The second-fastest qualifier, Bodacious Eagle sprinted to a half-length victory in Saturday's Grade 1, 440-yard stakes at Lone Star Park. November 14, 2015 Second-fastest qualifier Bodacious Eagle, a sorrel son of One Famous Eagle racing for Johnny Trotter of Hereford, Texas, extended his win streak to three in the 440-yard, $415,585 Texas Classic Derby (G1) at Lone Star Park on Saturday. Ridden by Ricky Ramirez for trainer Trey Wood, Bodacious Eagle defeated Dutcher by a half of a length while making his quarter-mile trip in :21.298 and recording a 98 speed index. The $184,982 winner’s share of the purse pushed his earnings to $624,890 from 15 outs. Bodacious Eagle was bred in Oklahoma by La Feliz Montana Ranch LLC. His sire, One Famous Eagle, is a multiple Grade 1-winning son of champion Mr Jess Perry. In ’08, One Famous Eagle was the sport’s champion sophomore colt. Bodacious Eagle’s dam, Bodacious Dream, is a winning 11-year-old daughter of the Holland Ease stallion Corona Cartel. All told, Bodacious Eagle has won seven of 15 races, including four of seven this year, and his season resume includes a 1 1/4-length victory as the 3-1 choice in the 440-yard, $194,100 Dash For Cash Derby (G3) at Lone Star on October 10. RC Me Leaving You finished third and was followed by Torts On Fire, Poker Chip 831, fastest qualifier and odds-on favorite Apollitical Blood, Our Mr Hero, The Big Time, Eyesa Good One, and Bigtime Connoisseur. AQHA News and information is a service of the American Quarter Horse Association. For more news and information, follow @AQHA Racing on Twitter, “like” Q-Racing on Facebook, and visit www.aqharacing.com.

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Fueled by a fundamental belief that having access to financial services creates opportunity, our company is committed to democratizing financial services and empowering people and businesses to join and thrive in the global economy. Our open digital payments platform gives 210 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways, whether they are online, on a mobile device, in an app, or in person. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, our company creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying or getting paid. We are looking for Risk Analysts who graduate with their Master’s degree between December 2017 and August 2018. A successful candidate joining the Risk Management team will help to manage the operational risk under an enterprise risk framework to minimize the total Company cost over time. Improve user experience, enable revenues, and take on end-to-end execution of team projects – all while supporting the stakeholders involved. You are someone who loves to learn and is adaptable to change as you work with large sets of data and identify and implement processing improvements. We’re looking for leaders with the knowledge and confidence to make savvy decisions and roll out big changes for us. Data & Analytics Data & Analytics, Data & Consulting, IT

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NEW YORK — Mike Napoli strikes out too much, always has and probably always will. He isn’t afraid to work deep into counts looking for a pitch he can drive out of the ballpark, and that approach comes with a price. Manager John Farrell knew what kind of player Napoli was when the Red Sox signed him and stayed patient through a slump that lasted much of the summer. Napoli dropped down in the lineup for a few days and got some extra days off. Slowly, he regained his timing. “I felt like my swing was coming,” Napoli said. Now it’s here. Napoli hit two home runs and drove in three runs Saturday as the Red Sox again beat the Yankees, 13-9. It was another wild day at Yankee Stadium as the Red Sox took a 12-3 lead in the fifth inning then watched the Yankees crawl back. Over the course of three days the teams have combined for 59 runs, 74 hits, and 26 pitching changes. But the Sox won all three games. “We’re doing it in bulk right now,” said Jonny Gomes, who was 3 for 4 with a home run and four RBIs. The 87-57 Sox have the best record in the majors, have won five straight, eight of nine, and 12 of their last 14 games. So many runs crossed the plate that baseball historians went deep to find context. The Sox are the first team to score at least nine runs in three consecutive days against New York since 1912, when they were called the Highlanders. For the first time in their history, the Yankees have scored seven or more runs in three straight games without winning at least one. “No lead seems to be big enough,” Farrell said. “It’s a testament to the offensive capability of both clubs and the relentlessness at the plate.” Napoli has been in the middle of it, going 7 for 12 with a double, three home runs, and eight RBIs in the series. He got a day off in Los Angeles Aug. 23 to rest a sore left foot and is hitting .409 with six home runs, 16 RBIs, and a .909 slugging percentage in 12 games since. As he did in April, Napoli is carrying the offense. “He’s in a great place right now. Maybe periodic rest has helped that,” Farrell said. “Obviously a major threat in the middle of the lineup.” Napoli is a career .302 hitter in September with a 1.030 OPS. His teammates knew a surge was coming. “We’ve all seen the guy play over the years,” Gomes said. “I think we all did what we could to stay positive with Mike because he’s the kind of hitter who can make a difference.” Napoli said his foot feels better and that has contributed to him getting his timing down. He had a two-run homer in the second inning to get the Sox going and a solo shot in the ninth to make sure they held on. “For me, I’ve been there before and I’ve struggled through a season. I had to keep grinding through it,” Napoli said. “I finally found it. I knew I’d find a way to find that comfort zone where I could drive the ball.” The Red Sox had 14 hits off David Huff and two relievers. Rookie Xander Bogaerts was 2 for 4 with a double and his first career home run. The 20-year Bogaerts is the youngest Red Sox to hit a home run since Dwight Evans in 1972. The blast to left field in the fifth inning traveled nearly 450 feet. Bogaerts couldn’t admire his shot, though. He cramped up in his calf when he hit the ball and was worried about trying to run. “I’ll watch it later, he said. “It’s an exciting thing. So many people have called me.” Over the last four games, the Red Sox are 64 of 166 (.386) with 54 runs. They have 13 doubles and 17 home runs in that stretch. The 54 runs are the most in a four-game stretch for the Sox since the 1950 season when they scored 64 runs from June 7-10 Not since 2003 have the Sox hit 17 home runs over four games. John Lackey, a victim of poor run support all season, got the victory despite allowing seven runs on eight hits and three walks over 5⅔ innings. He appreciated the work his teammates did. “It’s fun to watch when they get rolling like that,” Lackey said. The Sox had scored only 13 runs in the previous six games Lackey started. But runs weren’t a problem this time. “Not even Lackey could stop our offense today,” reliever Craig Breslow joked. “That was a pretty good line,” said Lackey, now 9-12. When the Yankees closed to 12-9, Junichi Tazawa got two outs in the eighth inning to leave a runner stranded. Breslow got the final two outs. The Sox will have Jon Lester on the mound Sunday as they seek a rare four-game sweep of their rivals. Sometime in the next few days, Napoli will break the team record for strikeouts in a season. He has 171, only six fewer than Mark Bellhorn had in 2004. Napoli would prefer to make more consistent contact but he accepts what kind of hitter he is. His 34 doubles, 21 home runs, and 85 RBIs also are a product of his approach. Besides, Napoli’s .351 on-base percentage is well above the AL average of .320. Like Lackey, Bellhorn had a high OBP in 2004, hit for power, and drove in 82 runs. Then he helped the Red Sox win the World Series. “I’ll take that,” Napoli said. “In the end, that’s all everybody wants.”Peter Abraham can be reached at [email protected].

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Forms you'll need to fill out when you apply for Township Assistance The Application for Township Assistance and 3 other forms are required to be filled out for all Township assistance requests. You can download all of the forms here: DO NOT SIGN THESE FORMS - YOU CAN FILL THEM OUT, BUT YOU HAVE TO SIGN THEM IN OUR OFFICE If you have any questions when filling out any of these forms, please call 812-876-2509 and we can answer your questions and help you any way we can. After you have completed the Application and other forms, call for an interview before returning the Application. Please do not fax, mail, or drop off the Application. Please do not sign the Application before your appointment. All Application reviews and interviews are done face to face, by appointment only. No walk-in appointments. To make an appointment call 812-876-2509 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

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For one, I feel almost obligated to hype this project. You ever meet someone and you can just tell that the person is way too full of creativity? Rajeev is one of those people. The only difference is that Rajeev is actually in my area. Omaha isn't the place you can just meet dope people outta the wood work and shit. It's also a different feel when you "know" an artist, and when you KNOW an artist. It's different and Rajeev has that friendly feel. In my opinion, shit like that can either draw me more INTO music or push me away from it. Anyways, Rajeev dopped a nice little tape today. It's pretty smooth and fun. It's actually the first full piece of material that I heard from him, and I like it. It's hot, so let's spread the hottness. Yeah? OKAY! "18, 21, 25" It might be odd as fuck that this is my favorite track, simply because I'm a female. I love this song, though. It's just dope. "Circle Gets The Square" Uhhh.....Flywalker on ANYTHING is dope. It's a GIVEN that this shit is dope. Not only did both Flywalker and RaJeev deliver dope ass verses, but the beat is NICE. Everything about this track is NICE. Rajeev Wins - "The Answer" Anyway, I'll let you guys handle the rest. All you gotta do is click. LEGGGO! CHINESE FOOD MIXTAPE || DOWNLOAD RAJEEV WINS || TWITTER FACEBOOK || RAJEEV WINS

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I am often so busy speaking about the outer planets and how they affect our lives so dramatically, that I don’t always provide so much information about the Sun. It’s unfair of course, because the sun is our celestial guidance in our lives. It shows us our paths, it gives us optimism, it is our identity, life force in our charts as well as in our human experience on this earth. We couldn’t live without it. We all know our Sun signs, thanks to the many astrological columns in newspapers, magazines and on the Internet. And most likely this is a future astrologer’s entrance to the world of astrology. As I often say, that is because the Sun’s orbit is very even. It is that monthly parameter that helps us easily define the place where where our birthdate falls, therefore revealing our Sun sign. Easy. Not so with other planets, whose orbits are not so clearly defined. And that is what makes astrology so fascinating. Planets rule signs and the Sun rules Leo, it is at its best expression there. I know many Leos who have a sunny disposition. They really do try to look on the bright side of life. They love socializing and parties. The opposite sign of Leo is Aquarius and this is where we say the Sun is in detriment. This rule can be applied to any other planet as well, such as Jupiter rules Sagittarius and it is in detriment in the opposite sign of Gemini. That means the planet is not necessarily at its best expression there. So having the Sun in Aquarius may not always be the most social, outgoing experience. Aquarians are often loners, being highly independent. We also say that the Sun is exalted at 19° Aries, that falls somewhere about April 9 when the Sun is at this exaltation point. So, if you know someone who has a birthday around April 9 or 10th, they have an exalted Sun. This is very powerful and in my experience these people are usually extremely talented, have many ideas and when they enter your life, they are a bright influence. They are often a brilliant star in their own way and can infuse your life with this power. The exaltation people often enlighten others to their paths or to some important life experiences. Just like the exaltation point of the Sun, it has its equal and opposite point, called its fall. The Sun’s point of fall is 19° Libra, which is where the Sun is currently visiting. This is usually a point where the Sun passes every year without a lot of fanfare. It’s not the best place in the zodiac to have your Sun, but it doesn’t mean your life is empty or colorless. It depends on the rest of your chart as well. I know people born this time of year who have an incredible passion for their life, or are phenomenally talented artists or do extremely well in their lives. So, around October 12-13, the Sun is in its fall. I find this is often a time when we start to get ready for the upcoming winter, we don’t have as much energy and we start our hibernation. And this year of 2015 we have a special case. In 2015, there is a New Moon on this point of fall. As the Moon disappears before it becomes new and starts moving towards fullness, we call it the dark of the Moon. In the dark of the Moon this time around is when we respond to the Sun with the weakest energy. This is not to be confused with the Winter Solstice when we have the shortest amount of daylight. It’s just the time when we don’t feel particularly energized by the Sun. And this particular lunation marks the end of the eclipse period, as this is the follow up to the last eclipse. So, we’re kicking out that eclipse energy. This week I have noticed people are exhausted, need to sleep more, feel fretful. It’s the last remnants of the eclipses, the dark of the Moon and our feeling generally weak. Meanwhile, Uranus has been spending a lot of time at the Sun’s exaltation point of 19° Aries. That means it is currently in opposition to the Sun and this week’s New Moon. So – expect the unexpected and perhaps you will have an epiphany! If you are puzzled about some matter in your life, take some time with it, sit with your thoughts, do some mindfulness exercises and encourage an answer to bubble up. These next few days may not be the most energetic, so it’s best to take it easy, get extra sleep, nurture yourself. By the end of the week we should all be feeling better. Eclipses over, energy returning.

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While a bit over the top with the voice-over, this new Dark Souls 2 trailer seeps out the memories of old for those who played the first game, reminding them of every bit of struggle one might have endured. The trailer doesn’t really show much in terms of new gameplay, seeing that besides the ending bit, it’s basically made from footage of the first game. That said, it does a decent job of pep talking you into facing the challenges you’ll face in Dark Souls 2 alone or with friends. Check out the new trailer above. Dark Souls 2 is set to launch March 14th on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, while the PC version’s release date is set to be announced “very soon”.

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The EcoJet System is an advanced, separated over-fired air system integrated with a reagent injection system. It’s designed to improve combustion and reduce emissions in utility and industrial boilers. The EcoJet System consists of one or more rows of variable direction, tunable secondary air injection ports located high in the boiler above the primary combustion zone. For grate fired boilers, it also includes the state-of-the-art “grate master” to improve fuel distribution and reduce “fuel crusting”. Using the EcoCam boiler combustion camera system and the best-of-breed EcoSmart Combustion Optimization Control System, the EcoJet System provides “dramatic” improvement in boiler combustion completion. The variable direction wall ports inject extremely high velocity, high energy secondary combustion air into the furnace at the best location for optimizing combustion efficiency. The EcoJet System is designed to dramatically improve the mixing of combustion air, partially burned gases and fuel particulates to provide extremely efficient operation.

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Humping is a completely normal behavior in dogs. Though it’s often associated with male dogs, female dogs hump too. Dogs will hump just about anything from their owner’s legs or arms, favorite stuffed animal, pillows, blanket, the air, other dogs in sight, to even your neighbor. This behavior can leave you feeling grossed out, shocked, amused, worried or embarrassed. Whatever your reaction was when you first saw your pet humping, it’s important to know that the behavior is very normal so there’s nothing to worry about. Here are some possible reasons why dogs hump: Both male and female dogs hump as a sexual behavior. It doesn’t matter whether your pooch is neutered or spayed; he’ll hump when he’s sexually aroused. This perhaps explains why neutered male dogs get erections and ejaculate. Over Excitement/ Over Stimulation During play sessions, dogs become overexcited and over stimulated. When that happens, some of them will start humping as a response to that feeling. If you’ve seen dogs humping at the doggie daycare or at the dog park, one possible reason behind their behavior could be overexcitement. There’s nothing to worry about if this happens once in a while. However, when your pet exhibits this behavior every time he plays with other dogs, it could mean that he’s under-socialized. So, try arranging more play dates for him with other dogs to help him get used to how dogs are supposed to play. Underlying Medical Implications Most of the time, humping behavior is perfectly normal in dogs. However, medical problems can also cause them to hump. For instance, when your pooch continuously mounts on other pets or humans, masturbates excessively, chews/licks his body parts excessively, or constantly rubs himself against other objects; it could be a sign of an underlying medical problem. Take him to the vet as soon as possible. He could be suffering from skin allergies, urinary tract infections, priapism or urinary incontinence. Your vet will be able to correctly diagnose and treat him early before the problem becomes more complicated and expensive to treat. Frustration And Stress Just like us, dogs exhibit various behaviors when they’re stressed. Some will hide, sulk, lick themselves constantly, while others will hump anything in sight. Because of this, it’s common to see dogs mounting during training sessions as a way to relieve the pent up energy or stress. Note that when humping becomes a compulsive habit, it can hamper your pet’s ability to function nly. Some dogs also hump as a way of exerting their control and power. It’s their way of telling the world that they have a higher social hierarchy than the dog they’re mounting. All animals including dogs experience a wide range of emotions (stress, excitement etc.) that can sometimes get out of control. When this happens, your pet may attempt to mount on you, his bed, toy or another dog as a way of dealing with the emotions. All in all, if your dog’s humping behavior is embarrassing to you or causing him problems, try redirecting the behavior through desensitization or obedience training. Spaying and neutering may also help to correct the behavior by reducing his sexual arousal. But if all these methods fail to work, consult your vet. He’ll be able to advice you on the best possible actions to take to bring the behavior under control.

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My On-line Online Poker Profession is Done In once again! Because then I have actually played in พีจีซอฟ around 10 different events. The last event I won was the $1,500 oths expending for one of the decide out events. My following effort was at a greater buy-in casino poker tournament. I assumed that if I might win one of these events I will be way ahead of the video game as well as start making some great additional money. In this competition I played out of setting almost every hand and virtually really did not shed the occasion or win. This weekend break I determined to splash around the Net in search of a few fascinating free offers to aid me with my new job. I played $0.5/$1 shorthanded and as is the method around the globe, I won two huge pots in a row! Some people will certainly criticize the video game, other people will certainly criticize their self, yet the actual adjustment is going to take place when everyone starts betting each other as opposed to completing against others. It is practically a mess. People intend to win big money. They shed, they get distressed, as well as curse the net as being rigged. They after that group to money video games. I don’t criticize them, there are some poker web sites that are much better then others, however some of the automated players on poker stars earn more cash after that actual players. Considering that then I have played in poker freerolls various other than the 60 Tilt freerolls. I have actually won first location in smaller satellites and also place in the $2,500 starting anomaly competition. I thought I had how to win a big casino poker tournament until I tried the $1,500 starting casino poker competition. I understood that on the internet texas hold’em competitions are not failings. I am prepared to invest $100 in a competition and also I obtain 7 times what I place in. I had a lot of enjoyable finding out the video game and I like the reality the only studying I did was of my very own online poker events. This labor day weekend break managed me some extra time to do what I am best at- ONLINE TEXAS HOLD’EM. As you may know in my previous occupation, I played online casino poker full time and also ran an effective online poker website. In 2015 I sold my casino poker realm and also switched equipments to my new career as an Account Manager for an Internet advancement company among other money making jobs. I began playing poker tournaments in 2004, around the time when Online poker started to acquire a little bit of popularity. I had the ability to play tournaments from my bed room as well as anything else whenever I wished to. The Full Tilt Casino poker Competition was just one of the first ones I played in as well as I won rather quickly, as individuals often tend to play fairly bad cards. With the combination of online poker training and also live video games, you can be a much better casino poker gamer. The old texas hold’em claiming, ‘do not gamble with money you can not manage to shed’ is so real. Learning to play winning poker tournaments is so essential if you wish to be a far better gamer, and with any luck win more frequently. As of this write, I am concerning 3H and $4300 in the poker event. The most money I have made in any kind of poker event is $1,2008.00. All the cash that I made was from on the internet casino poker events. As you might recognize in my previous job, I played online casino poker full time and ran an effective texas hold’em internet site. I thought I had how to win a huge casino poker tournament till I attempted the $1,500 starting online poker tournament. With the combination of casino poker training and also live games, you can be a much better texas hold’em gamer. I began playing poker tournaments in 2004, around the time when Poker started to acquire a little bit of appeal. I don’t blame them, there are some online poker web sites that are better then others, yet some of the automated players on online poker celebrities gain more cash after that real players.

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When it comes to iPhoneography, “retro” usually refers to adding some light leaks, desaturating some colors or adding fake grain. But for Jake Potts, it means taking the iPhone’s rear glass panel, turning it into a wet collodion plate and taking a real photograph with it. And because he’s a true photo nerd, he also documented every step of the process. Wet collodion was a short-lived photographic process that lasted about 30 years back at the end of the 19th century, in between Daguerrotypes and dry gelatin plates (pretty much what we know as modern film). It was a real pain to use, too: you have to coat a glass plate, sensitize it to light, expose, develop and fix the image, all in about a quarter of an hour. And this is just what Jake did, using a spare glass rear panel without a logo as the glass plate and preparing it in a darkroom before shooting through a lens dating back to 1872. Thankfully, the collodion process is quicker than film in one way – it only takes 15 seconds to develop instead of minutes, and as it’s a single frame on glass, you can do it in a tray instead of winding it onto a spiral and putting it in a tank. The result is beautiful, and a total one-off. Although I guess you could snap a photo of it and share it to Instagram pretty easily. And like the collodian process itself, it looks like Jake’s pioneering work will soon die out too, if the new iPhone has an aluminum rear panel instead of glass, as all the rumors suggest. Source: Bruton Stroube blog

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VOTE NO on PROPOSITION 5 UPDATES The votes are in. Proposition 5 was approved 53% – 47%. To the better than 1 million New Yorkers who voted no on Proposition 5 and made a strong defense of the Forest Preserve, please accept our hearty thanks. Despite long odds, we made this a real contest. Thank you. Join us on Facebook and show support for a no vote on Proposition 5. November 4, 2013: Catskill Mountainkeeper says VOTE NO on Proposition 5. November 3, 2013: John Davis of the Wildlands Network explains why he is voting no on Proposition 5. November 2, 2013: Newsday editorializes for New Yorkers to Vote No on Proposition 5. November 2, 2013: Strong letter in Buffalo News lays out the vote no case to defend forever wild. November 1, 2013: Atlantic States Legal Foundation urges all to vote no on Prop 5. October 31, 2013: Times Union in Albany says Vote No on proposition 5 in an editorial. The Times Union editorialized: “The state put protection of these magnificent forests in the constitution 119 years ago to guard against this very kind of commercial exploitation and short-term thinking. We urge voters to say ‘no,’ to help protect the greatest wilderness east of the Mississippi.” October 31, 2013: Adirondack Wild, Protect the Adirondacks, and the Sierra Club make strong arguments for a no vote on Prop 5 on the New York City Campaign Finance Board voter guide. October 30, 2013: Web essay in Rochester highlights the vote no case. October 30, 2013: Cool recap of letters calling for Proposition 5 to be voted down. October 26, 2013: The Daily Gazette showcases the Vote No on Proposition 5 coalition. October 26, 2013: The Journal News in Westchester County runs a piece making the case for a no vote on Proposition 5. October 24, 2013: Letter to the editor in the Adirondack Daily Enterprise makes the right call: Vote No on Prop 5. October 23, 2013: Letter to the Editor encourages all to vote no. October 22, 2013: Excellent op-ed in the Times Union lays out sound reasons to vote no on Prop 5. October 22, 2013: Lively debate in City and State (page 26) about Proposition 5. October 20, 2013: Read a letter in the Daily Gazette urging New Yorkers to vote down Proposition 5 and save the Forest Preserve. October 19, 2013: Two news accounts weigh the pros and cons about Proposition 5. See an AP story that ran statewide and see a report from the Adirondack Daily Enterprise. Adirondack Wild and Protect the Adirondacks both say vote no. October 16, 2013: Former senior NYS DEC official says to “vote no” on Proposition 5. October 13, 2013: The Lake George Mirror makes strong argument in an editorial calling for a no vote on Proposition 5. October 12, 2013: Rod and Reel online posts a pitch by the Sierra Club urging a no vote for Proposition 5. October 10, 2013: Click here and take a tour of the rich, dynamic 200-acre forest on Lot 8 that will be destroyed if Proposition 5 is passed. October 9, 2013: Listen to a discussion about all of the reasons to vote no on Proposition 5 on WCNY’s Capitol Pressroom. October 2, 2013: New series of Vote No on Proposition Fact Sheets are released. See Vote No on Proposition 5 Fact Sheet 1: Passage of Proposition 5 will mark the first time that the Forest Preserve is exchanged solely for private commercial benefit See Vote No on Proposition 5 Fact Sheet 2: Mining Company has second mine nearby for secure long-term mineral supply and does not need Forest Preserve to continue See Vote No on Proposition 5 Fact Sheet 3: The 200 acres of Forest Preserve to be swapped is Dominated by Rich Old Growth Forests with High Biological Diversity and Wildlife Habitat See Vote No on Proposition 5 Fact Sheet 4: Proposition 5 is bad legislative process because no law was passed that detailed the process for land swap or Forest Preserve benefit October 1, 2013: The Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter makes the case why New Yorkers should vote no on Proposition 5. September 23, 2013: Noted Adirondack Park Forest Preserve writer says “Vote No” on Proposition 5. The Seven Days in Burlington, Vermont writes the story about the Proposition 5. Catskill Mountainkeeper says VOTE NO on Proposition 5. Newsday editorializes for New Yorkers to Vote No on Proposition 5. Times Union in Albany editorializes for a NO VOTE on Proposition 5. Take a photographic tour of the 200-acre “forever wild” forest that will be destroyed by Proposition 5. The Natural Resources Defense Council urges a No Vote on Proposition 5. The Atlantic States Legal Foundation urges all to vote no on Prop 5. John Davis of the Wildlands Network explains why he is voting no on Proposition 5. The Lake George Mirror editorializes for a No Vote on Proposition 5. Excellent Op-Ed in the Adirondack Almanack urges Vote No on Proposition 5. Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter says Vote No on Proposition 5. Adirondack Wild makes the case in an op-ed to vote no on Proposition 5. Protect the Adirondacks urges a no vote in an op-ed. Former senior official at the NYS DEC says to “Vote No” on Proposition 5. Op-Ed in Champlain Valley Weekly says thumbs down on NYCO land swap. Vote No on Proposition 5 Fact Sheets Fact Sheet 1: Terrible Precedent Fact Sheet 3: Don’t Exchange Old Growth Forest Preserve See official Proposition 5 ballot language from NYS Board of Elections. See NYS League of Women Voters guide to 2013 ballot questions. Read the actual bill for Proposition 5 passed by the NYS Legislature in 2013.

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Happy Thanksgiving! We’re closed on Thanksgiving (11/23). Our lock desk is open during normal business hours on Weds (11/22) and Fri (11/24). Staff will be available from 8am to 3pm PT on Weds & Fri. Wholesale mortgage lending that works Better rates • Innovative products • Dedicated support Committed to your growth and success Newfi Wholesale is a wholesale mortgage lender founded by industry veterans and managed by a team of mortgage professionals with deep experience in the wholesale market. We are committed to providing our broker partners with a broad range of loan products, efficient technology, and an attractive price point to help them grow their business and close more loans.

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And that is what my friday was like. It wasn’t a few things here or there, it was a continuous stream of “You have GOT to be kidding me.” Let’s tee it up with Thursday Night: Friday we were having a bunch of friends over for dinner and I decided that it was time to actually pull together a “grown-up” dinner. You know, the ones where you plan a menu, set a table, and really think things through? My whole goal was to find dishes that I could pre-make so that I wasn’t stuck in the kitchen the whole night. After a few weeks of exploring, I landed on a Bruschetta Appetizer, the always scrumptious Jo Mama’s Spaghetti, Caesar Salad, Cheesy Bread, and a Pumpkin Cake Roll dessert. Okay, Thursday night: I have been scrambling to find time to do everything, so I begged Grandma for a little help with getting a table cloth for our dining room table. When the table is fully extended, the only cloth I had was a dark green that was WAY more Christmas than fall. So Grandma saved the day picking up one for me on Thursday so that I could come home and prep the bruschetta, make the dessert, and wash all the lettuce for the caesar salad. I got home from work, started in on everything. The bruschetta came out great and I put it in the fridge to marinade overnight. The pumpkin roll was a different conversation though … got the cake baked, followed the instructions, however when I put the icing on it and started to roll, the cake was still way too hot, so the icing melted, smooshed out some, and the cake cracked a little bit close to the seam. I finished it up and put it in the fridge anyway and figured, “Eh, it was pretty easy to make, I will do another one tomorrow.” Then I ironed the 144×70 table cloth … which is ALWAYS a treat. Got the table cloth on, center piece set, then set the dishes out on the table with the linen napkins holding the silverware. Looked very nice … except … the table cloth was actually way too big and the color was … off. Fast forward to Friday morning … I woke up to the sound of a bath being drawn – apparently Carter’s diaper leaked during the night and he was a mess. So Jeremy got him cleaned up and we all headed downstairs for our morning. Both Jeremy and I work at the kitchen table while Carter plays in the morning. Jeremy had to print something, so he headed up to the office and Carter was sitting in a chair that was right next to him at the table. (I was across from Carter) At one point I look up and Carter was crawling up onto the table – he grabbed Jeremy’s coffee cup (which is in the middle of the table that is at least four feet long) as I start yelling “CARTER NO! STOP! HOT!” and come whipping around to the other side to stop him. Carter slid off the table, onto the chair, and fell backwards off the chair onto the floor while coffee went everywhere (he held onto that cup for deal life). Thank GOD the coffee was cold. He started crying, more from me yelling than from being hurt, Jeremy came racing downstairs, and now we had a big mess, as well as yet another bath. Oh, and it is only about 8am. Okay, so Carter is cleaned up, we put him down for his first nap and I run to the store to get the few remaining items left for dinner tonight. When I got back, the painters finally showed up to paint our house. Nice. They set to work prepping the house and eventually taping off pretty much every entry point we have. Grandma came over to pick up Carter and look at the table. We both decided it was not the right cloth, so we pulled it off, folded it back up, and she took Carter back to the store to get the right size and a different color. In the meantime at work, I had just found out that I was going to have to travel to California the night of October 7th through October 8th. No problem, except Maynard and Aubrey (some of Jeremy’s college friends) are coming into town the night of the 7th and everyone, including Jeremy, was planning on leaving early on the 8th to head to a golf trip in Idaho. I am sure you can imagine how happy this made me (not seeing them at all, then having to impose on Grandma on a FRIDAY NIGHT to stay with Carter until I got home at 10pm). In addition, some other fun aspects of a few projects I am working on were blowing up. So I scramble to get things taken care of at work and at lunch time, I come downstairs to start the spaghetti sauce and re-make the cake. Spaghetti was super easy and smelled FANTASTIC. The cake experience went really well – I had learned from the first time around and it made a difference. The icing went on well (I had chilled it) and it wasn’t smooshing out. However, when I finally went to roll it with the icing, so that it could set in the fridge, I found that the parchment paper was completely stuck to it and it ended up in a gooey mess. WAY worse than the first one. I tossed it out, went back to work and started dealing with more issues (like, oh yeah, get your commitments for the year to your manager asap! Um, I haven’t even started them…). I finally was able to get things into a steady and good state at work, I went and took a quick shower, came downstairs, ironed the new table cloth, went back upstairs to blow dry my hair, and came back downstairs to re-set the table again. The new color and length were perfect and everything looked amazing (in my harried state, I did not take photos of it unfortunately). Then Grandma showed up with Carter, we high fived each other about the table and I promised that I would make her a pumpkin roll for all her running around for me (I now know what I did wrong the second time), and I gave her a glass of wine for her trouble. In the meantime, the painters had pretty much all our doors blocked off except the side garage one, so when Todd showed up, he had to call and ask how the heck he was going to get in. Oh well, we were getting our house painted! So I finally relaxed to enjoy the evening. It was fun hanging out with folks, but the smooshed icing on the cake was that one of our guests did not show and two of them didn’t get here until almost 8:30. The saving grace was that all the food was amazing! I will definitely make each item again (absolutely love that spaghetti sauce) and the bruschetta tasted even better than I anticipated. And now it is Saturday. A new day. Back to normalcy, with a freshly painted house. 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Auto Publishers Price Starting at Efficient, powerful engines; interior quality; standard features; performance; convertible availability The 2020 Chevrolet Camaro gets a host of updates for the new year. SS models receive yet another front-end facelift that repositions the Chevy bowtie and separates the upper and lower grilles with a body colored panel. A new more-affordable LT1 6.2L V8 model makes its debut undercutting the Mustang GT price by $1,500 dollars. V6 models also benefit this year from a optional 10-speed automatic transmission. STOCK NUMBERS THAT CONTAIN AN "R" IN THE ACTUAL STOCK NUMBER ARE PREVIOUS RENTALS. CONTACT DEALER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT RENTALS.

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Internet outcries over the cover to upcoming Marvel comic Marvel Divas have reached the ears of editor in chief Joe Quesada, and he'd like to address them. Well, pretend to address them, anyway. Sister blog Jezebel was just one of the voices complaining about the July-launching series that, essentially, rips off Sex And The City and indie comic Ultra by pairing up four superheroines so that they can talk about boys and shoes (Sadly, I'm only semi-joking; here's series writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa introducing the concept last month: "In the series, they're an unlikely foursome of friends—Black Cat, Hell Cat, Firestar, and Photon—with TWO things in common: They're all leading double-lives and they're all having romantic trouble... there's definitely that 'naughty' element to it, but I also think the series is doing to a deeper place, asking question about what it means...truly means...to be a woman in an industry dominated by testosterone and guns. (And I mean both the super hero industry and the comic book industry.) But mostly it's just a lot of hot fun"). But when a fan suggested that what we'd read about the series so far looked a little sexist, Marvel's Quesada was quick to dissemble: If you're [a] Marvel reader and truly feel we're sexist, then why are you reading our books? Now, perhaps you're not a Marvel reader, then if that's the case, I'm not quite sure what you're criticizing if you don't read our books? ...The cold hard reality of publishing and trying to sell our books to as many people as possible, so here's an example of what happens more often than you may think here at Marvel. From time to time, we'll be launching a title that doesn't focus very heavily on the super heroic. From time to time I'll get a cover sketch and it doesn't have a costumed hero or villain on the cover, what we internally refer to as a "quiet cover." On those occasions, more often than not, I ask my editors to direct their cover artist to give me at least a first issue cover with the characters in costume. Why? Because it will help launch a book that will most likely have trouble latching onto a large audience. We want to give every title the best possible chance to be successful. Marvel Divas is no different and that's why you're seeing our strong female leads in their super hero personas. Let me try an example outside of comics. I'm a huge fan of Pink, I really dig her music and love her voice. Love her or hate her, I would say that she's an amazingly strong and intelligent female performer and song writer in the pop genre. In many of her songs she even criticizes the over sexualized female pop stars of the day and their over the top videos. But when you look at Pink's CD covers, while she's looking strong and like she's looking like she's having fun, she's also looking really sexy. The reason is simple, she's trying to grab people's attention and sell some albums. Comics are no different and as much a part of the entertainment business as any other medium, and the cold hard truth is that if we were to launch Marvel Divas with a "quiet cover," I guarantee you the book would be canceled before it hits the shelves. That's it in a nutshell, I could sugar coat it for you and give you a million other reasons that would sound plausible, but that's not what I do. So there you have it; Pink is to blame for the crazy proportions and arched backs of this cover: Well, Pink and the realities of the comic book marketplace, that is. Shame on you all. You made this happen. My Cup O' Joe [MySpace]

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Douglass R. Nicklas Second World War and Korean War correspondence Collection — Box: WWII 59, Folder: 1-12, Folder: 1-12 This collection contains personal correspondence from Douglass R. Nicklas to his parents and brother during the Second World War. It also contains insignia, citations, military orders, correspondence, flight records, certifications, commendations, and discharges relating to Nicklas' war service and subsequent reserve service. Conditions Governing Access This collection is open for research. Conditions Governing Use There are no restrictions on the use of this material except where previously copyrighted material is concerned. It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain all permissions. For further copyright information, please contact the archivist. Biographical / Historical LA Times obituary - http://articles.latimes.com/1998/aug/17/local/me-14002 -- Ventura County Star obituary was published 8/20/1998 (See: Series 12 for print copy) -- From donor information: "Douglass joined the Army in 1942 - trained to become a fighter pilot and became a member of USAAF, U.S. Army Air Force. He flew bombing and strafing missions over Germany. After the war he joined the Reserves. Trained flyers @SAC and retired with rank of Lt Col." -- According to correspondence, especially letter of Feb. 13, 1945, he married "Kitty" on March 17, 1944. .5 Linear Feet Language of Materials This collection contains personal correspondence and records of Lt. Col. Douglass R. Nicklas, USAAF, during the Second World War and the Korean War. This collection is arranged by material type and date. Original order was preserved as much as possible. Series 1: Personal correspondence, 1942-1945 -- Series 2: Army Orders and Military Service Record, 1941-1947 -- Series 3: Pilot records - Individual Flight Records, 1943-1952 -- Series 4: Pilot records - certificates, exams, orders, communications, 1943-1952 -- Series 5: Retired Reserve documents and correspondence, 1967 -- Series 6: Retired Reserve records and orders, 1951-1967 -- Series 7: Diplomas and course certificates, 1960-1964 -- Series 8: Air Reserve Notes newsletter and 366th Fighter Group Reunion program -- Series 9: Discharge documents -- Series 10: Insignia patches -- Series 11: U.S. Army Presidential Unit Citation -- Series 12: Obituary, 1998-08-20 Immediate Source of Acquisition Gift of Diane Nicklas Chapman does not hold the IP rights to this collection. - Correspondence -- World War, 1939-1945 Subject Source: Local sources - Korean War, 1950-1953. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings - United States -- Army -- Air Forces Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings - World War (1939-1945) Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings - World War, 1939-1945 -- Aerial operations, American Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings - Finding Aid for the Douglass R. Nicklas Second World War and Korean War correspondence collection - Sharon Clairemont - May 31, 2018 - Description rules - Describing Archives: A Content Standard - Language of description - Script of description - Code for undetermined script

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Your partner for removals in Europe and beyond You are drawn to the world, we accompany you bag and baggage, almost to every place around the globe. Whether you are planning a move to a neighboring country in Europe or overseas: we ensure a professional move from door to door with all the convenience services. But moving abroad means a lot of stress and work. A lot has to be organized and at the same time normal life should be continued. So it’s good to have an experienced and well-versed specialist at your side who knows exactly what needs to be done and can make your life easier. From a logistical point of view, moving abroad is far less complicated than it was 30 years ago, but one should not underestimate the task for the moving company. Precise planning is therefore essential. Ultimately, the route, the number of employees and vehicles used and the services booked are decisive for the costs of a move abroad. For certain destinations, external factors such as motorway tolls or ferries must also be taken into account. Due to our experience in Europe-wide moves abroad, we can send you an offer quickly and easily. Since the step into a new phase of life must be well organized and carried out cleanly, you should not consider the costs as the decisive factor. Do you want to move abroad or from abroad to Switzerland? Whether you are moving from Zurich to Berlin, from Lucerne to London or from abroad to Switzerland, you will always receive professional service. - Including customs formalities - Careful planning - Full service with door-to-door service - On water, land and in the air If you are only temporarily moving abroad and would like to store your furniture, we offer a clean storage option. For example, as an expat for an international company or as a student for a trip around the world, you always have a backup.

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I go to a lot of investment and business conferences. One conference I went to, in Chicago in about 2008, we had a discussion about key performance indicators, or KPIs, and how to best use them to measure and manage your business. The presenter of the conference called me out in front of the group and said, “you’re making too much money.” Of course, that sounded absurd, so he had to explain. Berkshire Money Management, a partner of 10,001 Hours, was taking in revenue and enjoying a healthy profit margin. Clients were being serviced well and recognizing the value of their fees. But the business wasn’t growing as fast as it should have. We had taken a lot of important steps to defend the value of our company, but we weren’t emphasizing growth. We had actually stopped taking on new clients and serviced only the one who were already working with us. But it made no sense – we had all this extra cash to use. So we consciously shrunk our profit margins thirty percentage points by quadrupling our workforce, expanding our services, and taking on new clients. By spending our money, we made more money. And now we are worth much more to a prospective buyer. The “Teeter-Totter” is about cash in and cash out. You, the seller, collects one check. But the buyer must write two checks – one to pay you and another to fund operations. If the check to run operations is fatter, your check will be skinnier. Your business will be more profitable and more valuable if it is growing, but you must find the right balance between your revenue and your expenses.

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Changing the display setting for your browser doesn't change how the page is encoded. The page is still encoded in ISO-8859-1 (Latin-1) character set. Changing your view encoding will only mess up the display. In an earlier post on this thread I suggested that sending a file encoded as UTF-8 to a browser will work reliably for Western European users... and Try this search out: This particular AltaVista site will return a UTF-8 page (you can elect to make it return something else by clicking on customize... if it returns a Latin-1 page because you've visited AltaVista before, click on Customize to change it to UTF-8). You can clearly see umlauts and other fine German non-ASCII characters on this page. You can see the underlying encoding by changing the page encoding to Latin-1. See how the German word "zuruck" (I'd spell it with the umlaut, but I'm working on the Wyse50 today) acquires two garbage characters in the middle? That's the UTF-8 bytes displaying themselves as 8-bit characters. *IF* the page is already encoded as UTF-8 and tagged with a META tag, you will see it in a Western European default installation browser of recent enough vintage to support Unicode. If the page is encoded as something else, you have to look at it in *THAT* Addison P. Phillips Principal Consultant Inter-Locale LLC http://www.inter-locale.com Los Gatos, CA, USA mailto:[email protected] +1 408.210.3569 (mobile) +1 408.904.4762 (fax) Globalization Engineering & Consulting Services On Wed, 4 Oct 2000, George Zeigler wrote: > I looked at the Yahoo page given here: > It has some characters used in Norwegian such as the O with a slash > throughit. I changed the character set to Unicode (UTF-8) and it no longer > showed up properly. I thought Unicode showed ISO pages for European sites with > out any problems. Where have I erred? This archive was generated by hypermail 2.1.2 : Tue Jul 10 2001 - 17:21:14 EDT

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LSD has long been known to enhance our connection to other people, causing an increase in empathy, compassion, and trust. Because of the difficulty in pinning down the neurobiological mechanism for these changes,researchers have been unable to effectively utilize them for medical treatment of disorders that impact social behavior, like anxiety and some instances of autism spectrum disorder. A recent study, however, may have uncovered the mystery of LSD’s marked effects on social behavior. The study, which examined the effects of LSD on mice, could shed light on how it may have a prosocial effect on humans. “[The results of the study] were surprising,” says Dr. Gabriella Gobb, head of the Neurobiological Psychiatry Unit at McGill University in Montreal. “We spent about 2 years in testing animals with low doses of LSD. We did all kinds of behavioral tests, and finally, we realized that the strongest effect was on social behavior.” The medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC) is the area of the brain associated with social behavior and social response inhibition and control. Researchers were able to isolate three components of the mPFC that interact with LSD: the mTORC1 protein complex and the receptors 5-HT2A and AMPA. Gobbi explains how the findings could translate to human medicine. “In our research recently published on PNAS, we found that low doses of LSD enhanced the social behavior in mice paralleled by an enhancement of AMPA synapses and the mTOR protein,” she explains. “We know that these behavioral tests in mice–already validated for other prosocial substances, like oxytocin–correspond to increased empathy in humans. Moreover, in humans with deficits in sociability, like autism spectrum disorders, there is an impairment of the AMPA and mTOR.” In the study, researchers injected one group of mice with a low dose of LSD (5 to 20 μg/kg), and another group with a placebo. Some of the mice given LSD were also given drugs that block the 5-HT2A and AMPA receptors. Both groups were then placed in a cage for 10 minutes to familiarize themselves with their surroundings. After 10 minutes, an unfamiliar mouse was placed in the same cage, and allowed to freely interact with the other mice. The mice treated with LSD alone showed a preference for interacting with the unfamiliar mouse more than mice treated with other drugs or those given a placebo did. These mice also showed a preference for spending time with the unfamiliar mouse over spending time in an empty cage. Translating these results to human medicine, though, for the treatment of disorders like anxiety or autism spectrum disorders, is likely to take time. “First, these substances should go in Schedule II in order to be used in medicine. Second, we have to demonstrate that LSD is safe and efficacious in diseases like social anxiety or autism by doing clinical trials in hundreds of people,” says Gobbi. “Clinical trials in autism are very complex since social behavior and empathy in humans are difficult to be evaluated and very subjective.” Gobbi believes there’s still more about the brain that psychedelics can teach us, and that their worth goes beyond opening new treatment avenues. “I am fascinated by the study of psychedelics not only from a therapeutic point of view but because they help us to understand a lot of brain functions still unknown, like the consciousness, the transcendental thinking, the mysticism and the empathy toward humanity,” she says. “All these functions are still a mystery for neuroscience.” Image: Nicki Adams

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2022-01-26T19:53:10Z

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From Zero to Streaming: Getting to production with Apache Flink Apache Flink provides powerful stream processing capabilities which can allow organizations to move directly from batch to real time analytics, skipping the lambda architecture entirely. However, getting to production is not always as simple as rewriting your job in a new API, but requires rethinking your application design with a stream first mindset. This talk will cover MediaMath’s journey in rebuilding its reporting infrastructure using Apache Flink. We will discuss high level architectural designs when building an extensible reporting platform as well as deep dive into specific technical hurdles. Topics will include managing a Flink cluster on EC2 spot instances, reconciling Flink’s consistency model with S3’s, handling massive data skew as well as tools and techniques for building performant, fault tolerant streaming applications.

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CC-MAIN-2019-35

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2019-08-19T23:29:36Z

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As summer comes to a close, Travaasa celebrates Dive Month. Dive into the last month of Summer and plunge into something new as the sun sets on your summer vacation. Take advantage of the adventures surrounding you before Fall approaches and live each day to the fullest during Dive Month. Dive into Pilates for a stronger torso and increased core stability, which creates greater range of motion, stronger, more controlled movement and a leaner, more toned physique. We are on our feet a lot and most of the time we do not pay attention to it. Learning how to use our feet with proper mechanics is essential for their health and the other joints above, including your back. Going deeper into our feet, massaging them, learning good mechanics and strengthening them will allow us to stay mobile and afloat, surfing to an overall better posture and healthier lifestyle. Create some friendly competition as you jump, spike and dive into action with pool volleyball in the infinity pool or cool off with a game of soaker golf. This game uses water blasters and small cups in place of golf balls. The general concept is simple: Launch the cup and have it land in the bucket using as few squirts as possible. Tai Chi Chuan means Supreme Ultimate Boxing. Used as an exercise for health—utilizing breathing, visualizations and circular movements to work the entire body at once—it would loosely translate as supreme ultimate skill. The movements are smooth, continuous, and natural and generate health, longevity and internal strength and power. Tai Chi Dive and Surf is simple yet profound, proposing the idea that everything consists of two opposing forces that harmonize with each other to create a whole. Eating raw food and juicing during your vacation is a great way to uphold high energy levels while still enjoying a tasty meal. Learn how blending raw vegetables and fruits help to make valuable nutrients more readily available to the body. Sample some raw food juices and dive into a healthier lifestyle. Dive into your past with journaling by reflecting on beach and water holidays from your past, or capture memories from your current Travaasa adventure. Kick off the last weekend of summer at Travaassa Hana for the Labor Day Mountain Ball Tournament. Hana’s traditional end-of-summer event takes place at the Hana Ballpark, which was built in the 1940s to hold the San Francisco Seals summer camp owned by Paul Fagan, who established Travaasa in 1946. Teams from all over Hawaii travel to Hana for this community event, which includes entertainment and lots of cheering!

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2016-05-01T19:25:31Z

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Versatile And Functional Armoire Furniture An armoire furniture is an essential storage unit to have in your home and it can serve many purposes. An armoire furniture is a tall cupboard with shelving, which stands alone as opposed to being built into the wall, making it easy to reposition when redecorating. If a cupboard has no shelving but contains a rod for hanging long items of clothing, it is more likely to be called a wardrobe. Armoires might be used to hold plates and cups, non-perishable food items in which case it might also be called a pantry or clothing folded to lie flat. Armoire furniture can be used to give any room in your home, from the living room to your master bedroom, that extra touch of class and elegance. They come in such a wide range of style, from contemporary to traditional, shape and size, giving you the opportunity and freedom to chose whatever suits your individual needs. Crafted from a wide variety of woods and different finishes, they are not only versatile but they are beautiful and durable too. When buying an armoire furniture, decide what room you need it for, and what your storage needs are. Then measure the space you have to decide on the size of the armoire. Also consider whether you want a single or double door armoire and whether you will be able to open the doors comfortably in the position that you decide to place it. If you decide to buy an old-fashioned type of armoire furniture, investigate thrift stores, flea markets, garage sales and look online as well. You may find some truly fine, almost antique pieces.

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0.5 oz. Automotive Touch Up Paint in Poppy Red; For Use With Chrysler/Mercedes - Item # 1UCZ6 - Mfr. Model # NGCC4190 - Catalog Page # N/A - UNSPSC # 31211501 Using 360° Viewing: - Rotate: Use top-to-bottom, side-to-side by use of mouse arrow. - Zoom In: Double click on image. - Zoom Out/Reset: Put photo at full zoom & then double click. Product is discontinued - Item Automotive Touch Up Paint - Color Family Reds - Color Poppy Red - Finish Gloss - Container Size 0.5 oz. - Dry Time 1 hr. - Dry Time Tack Free 1/4 hr. - VOC Content 737.74g/L - Application Temperature 70 to 90 Degrees F - Application Method Brush, Pen - For Use With Chrysler/Mercedes Compliance and Restrictions Hazardous material - Other Regulated Material This item has been restricted from sale in the following states: AK, GU, HI, MA and PR This product contains a chemical that is regulated under California Proposition 65. Warning: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. Warning: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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CC-MAIN-2017-30

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2017-07-20T16:38:39Z

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Basilippo Seleccion Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Arbequina olives cultivated at the Countryside of “Los Alcores” (Seville) and collected at their optimun maturity (Veraison). We need 8-9 kg of olives to obtain 1 litre of Basilippo Seleccion (common producers need only 5 kg), so we look for the best relationship Quality-Quantity, instead a bigger production with less quality. Medium Green and Mature Fruit Pudding, Almond, Tomato and Banana and recalls to Olive Leaf Sweet entry, low spicy and slightly bitterç Sweet and persistent Seafood Salads, Cold Soups (Salmorejo …), Creams, Desserts, Duck Foie, Mayonnaise and mild sauces, ideal for children.

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CC-MAIN-2019-43

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