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SACMI-SAMA Teamwork for a Strategic Order in Iran
Iranian firm Pars Chini, the leading tableware producer in the north of the country, has signed a contract with SACMI-SAMA for the supply of a spray-drying system and a parallel isostatic pressing system.
This order comes after the long-standing international embargo on this Asian country was lifted, a development that has allowed the company to make strategic investment decisions. At the design stage a key role was played by smooth synergy between the SACMI Imola Research Center/IT and the new SAMA lab/ DE; the latter was inaugurated this year on the occasion of the firm’s 20th anniversary – it has been part of the SACMI Group since 1997. The Imola facility, in fact, developed the granulate, which was tested at the all-new lab in Weißenstadt where the German subsidiary is based. The customer deemed the test results to be extremely satisfying and immediately greenlighted the contract for the spray-dryer and the 7 integrated isostatic pressing centres, including accessories for the manufacture of square and rectangular tableware. During the development phase a delegation from Pars Chini visited the Imola research center several times to follow the project’s progress and witness tests on the granulate, obtained from filtration residue. Already delivered to Iran, both spray dryer and pressing system will soon be assembled, allowing the company to start production shortly. Among other things, the customer also strongly benefited from highly effective teamwork between SACMI and SAMA: the latter are currently enjoying considerable success in this strategic area, which has enormous growth potential as a result of loosening international pressure and a consequent, steady opening up of the market.
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Hyalophobia Online Test
This is a simple test to determine the severity of your fear of glass.
To get a medical diagnosis of hyalophobia, of course, you would need to speak with your physician. But this test can give you a good indication of whether or not you should be taking some kind of action.
The test is made up of just seven quick questions in multiple choice format.
Go quickly through the questions and trust the first answer that comes to mind.
Hyalophobia is easily dealt with these days, and after the online test if you need further help we can advise you about programs that are available.
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Tillman delivers Thanksgiving meals to sailors
December 2nd, 2013
Bears cornerback Charles Tillman spent part of his Thanksgiving Day showing his appreciation for members of the military at the Great Lakes Naval Station just outside North Chicago.
Joined by his wife Jackie and her father, Tillman delivered Thanksgiving meals to more than 20 sailors who couldn’t leave their posts and join their counterparts for dinner in the USO center.
“What Charles did was really special,” said Alison Ruble, president and CEO of USO Illinois. “In the past, we’ve just served a meal inside the facility. But this year we were talking to the commander on the base and he said there are some military that are not off on Thanksgiving.
“It’s a federal holiday, but there are some who have to man the posts. So Charles and Jackie went out and did a USO meals-on-wheels to military around the base who could not leave their duty stations. They delivered hot Thanksgiving meals and surprised them at their stations.”
Tillman enjoyed delivering the meals, but joked that he felt the sailors were happier to receive the food than meet him, even if he is a two-time Pro Bowl cornerback.
“It was cool,” Tillman said. “I haven’t done a ton of stuff with the Navy. A lot of events I’ve done in the past have been with the Army, Marines and Air Force, but being that we have the privilege of [living] so close to the naval base, I felt it was only right.”
Tillman’s father, Army Sergeant Donald Tillman Jr., is retired from the military after two decades of service. Both of Jackie’s parents also served in the military.
“I think Charles and Jackie both coming from military families have a really special connection,” Ruble said. “Being military kids themselves, I know they understand what service members’ lives are like and sometimes the simplest gesture like spending part of your Thanksgiving here shows the service members that you appreciate their service.
“One of the most important things that we can do as Americans is to show our support for those who volunteer, sacrifice their time and potentially put themselves in great danger to protect a greater liberty, not only here at home but around the world. That’s a very noble thing and I know that Charles and Jackie understand that.”
Having grown up on Army bases in Kansas, California, Texas and Germany, Tillman has actively supported military causes since he joined the Bears in 2003.
Last February Tillman was presented with the NFL’s 2012 Salute to Service Award, which recognizes those who honor and support members of the military community. The award was given by USAA, the NFL’s official military appreciation sponsor. As part of the honor, USAA contributed $25,000 in Tillman’s name to the aid societies representing all five military branches.
In 2010, Tillman joined New York Giants center Shaun O’Hara on an eight-day USO tour to visit troops in Iraq and Kuwait. The two NFL players traveled to Camp Buehring and Camp Virginia in Kuwait, spent three nights in Baghdad and flew over Saddam Hussein’s former palace complex in a Black Hawk helicopter.
Tillman and O’Hara flew into Joint Base Balad in Iraq for a meet-and-greet with service members, signed photos and sports memorabilia, and had dinner with troops.
During the Bears’ bye week last season, Tillman returned home to Fort Hood in Texas to visit the Darnall Army Medical Center, donating a “Charles’ Locker” on behalf of his Cornerstone Foundation that was filled with iPads, notebook computers, DVD players, portable PlayStation game systems and other electronic handheld games to help patients pass the time during recovery and treatment.
Tillman also has conducted youth football camps at Fort Hood and other military bases.
During Pro Bowl festivities last season in Hawaii, Tillman and fellow NFL all-stars visited Schofield Army Barracks to greet wounded warriors who recently returned from an extended deployment in Afghanistan. The NFC and AFC squads also practiced at a Pearl Harbor military base in front of thousands of service members and their families.
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Tillman named NFL Man of the Year
February 1, 2014
Bears cornerback Charles Tillman has been recognized for his charity work with the Cornerstone Foundation by being named the winner of the 2013 NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.
The prestigious award, which is named after the late Bears Hall of Fame running back, is the only league honor that recognizes a player’s community service as well as his playing excellence.
An emotional Tillman received the award from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell Saturday night at the NFL Honors awards show at Radio City Music Hall in New York.
Wiping away tears, Tillman thanked his wife, his friends, previous winners, the commissioner, the Payton family, and the Cornerstone Foundation’s Amy Grieme and board of directors.
The Man of the Year Award has been in existence since 1970 and honors NFL players who demonstrate outstanding balance in their lives between civic and professional responsibilities.
In 1999, the NFL named the award after Payton as a tribute to his greatness both on and off the field. The Bears legend died on Nov. 1, 1999 of liver disease at the age of 45.
“As a Chicago Bear, this honor of course has great meaning to me, and it’s pretty sweet bringing Walter back home,” Tillman said. “Please know how humbled and honored I am to be receiving this award. I’m just the face of our foundation and we have so many unsung heroes.”
The other two finalists for the award were Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis and Arizona Cardinals kicker Jay Feely. Tillman was also a finalist in 2011.
The selection panel consists of Goodell, former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue, Hall of Famers Frank Gifford and Anthony Munoz, 2012 winner Jason Witten of the Dallas Cowboys, Sports Illustrated writer Peter King and Connie Payton, Walter’s widow.
By winning the award, Tillman will receive a $25,000 donation in addition to the $1,000 he was given for being named the Bears’ nominee.
Tillman has shown a passion for football and giving to those in need since he arrived in Chicago in 2003 after being selected by the Bears in the second round of the draft out of Louisiana-Lafayette.
In 11 seasons, the two-time Pro Bowler has set Bears career records with nine defensive touchdowns, eight interception return TDs and 675 interception return yards. Since Tillman entered the league, he is the only NFL player with more than 30 interceptions and 30 forced fumbles.
Tillman’s contributions off of the field are equally as impressive as his work on it. Since he created the Cornerstone Foundation, his efforts have impacted over one million children and raised over $1 million. The foundation’s signature programs include “Charles’ Locker,” “Field of Dreams,” “Holiday Celebration,” “TendHER Heart Luncheon” and “The Tiana Fund.”
Charles’ Locker provides pediatric hospital patients with access to iPads, laptops, gaming systems and other kinds of entertainment to help pass the time during their hospital stays and annually reaches more than 370,000 children. The Tiana Fund has distributed more than $1 million to over 300 families who have been identified by local organizations as at-risk or in-need. The support is provided to families and individuals to strengthen their ability to care for themselves, enhance their stability and security, and improve their quality of life.
The foundation initially provided children with educational opportunities and resources to excel in the classroom. But after Tillman’s three-month-old daughter, Tiana, was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy and received a life-saving heart transplant in 2008, the mission was changed to improving the lives of critically and chronically ill children.
“I believe we all have a responsibility to lend a helping hand in the service of others in their times of need,” Tillman said in accepting the award. “Because of a donor my daughter Tiana is alive and she’s healthy and she’s thriving, and I’ve got the strength and joy from knowing that.”
Tillman and his wife, Jackie, also contribute their time and resources to local, national and international organizations outside of the Cornerstone Foundation. The Tillmans have helped build a school in Cambodia, sponsored children through the Urban Promise program in Camden, New Jersey, and have purchased and donated over 700 tickets to Bears home games since 2008 through the Bears Home Team Hand-Off program.
Tillman is also an avid supporter of the military, and has participated in a USO tour to Iraq, volunteered with the USO of Illinois on Thanksgiving to serve meals to local troops, and provided soldiers with tickets to games at Soldier Field.
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Points To Flip Through As You Select The Best Divorce Attorney
When marriages come to a crumble they will call on the partners to have a number of considerations as they settle the ensuing matters related to the divorce or marriage breakup. Most of the parties in these concerns will always opt for hiring divorce lawyers to ease the resolution of the issues arising out of the need for divorce. Below we give some of the tips which you will find resourceful for you as you seek to get remedies for your divorce suit.
Ideally, it will be quite beneficial for you to get tipped on the divorce processes. The various methods for settling divorce cases include litigation, cooperative divorce, or mediation. Once you will have settled on the particular form of divorce process to use in your particular case, you will be able to easily and comfortably decide on the very best qualified attorney in the particular mode or process you will have settled on.
The type and extent of the legal services you will need to get your case adequately resolved will be the next point you will need to serve as an important factor to consider in the search efforts for the right divorce lawyer. The services will be varied in pricings and will be necessarily valued according to the enormity of the case before hand in terms of the values involved. Look at the complex nature of the case you will have and with this relevant consideration, you will need a lawyer who is equally competent enough to deal with your case of divorce, especially where the assets for splits are of large value.
Hire a lawyer whose services will all the same remain quite affordable and at the same time of good quality. Thus you will do well to set your budget allocations for the services and thereafter settle for the lawyer whose services, of expertise nature and quality, will be fitting within your budgetary limits.
Never underestimate the power of referrals in your search for a good divorce lawyer to help you settle your divorce case more comfortably. If at all you have a friend or relative who has used a divorce lawyer before whom you can rely on for recommendations, then consider a consultation with them for they will obviously share with you their experiences which will truly benefit you in the decision making process for the best legal opinion for your case.
There are lawyer ratings which will as well be beneficial for you in your search of able opinions of legal nature with your divorce. The good divorce attorneys can as well be sourced from the internet search for these professionals.
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Easy Mini Pecan Pies Recipe
" Are you already starting to think about your menu for the holidays? If you’re planning all the good things to make and eat between now and the year, there are so many delicious recipes to add to your menu! Whether you are thinking about your main entree, side dish recipes, appetizers or desserts, we have you covered with lots of tasty ideas that we will be sharing in the weeks to come. Next up, are delicious mini pecan pies that are perfect individual servings. Here is how to make them! "
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Vasilias is a beach resort located on the beautiful Greek island of Skiathos. The resort itself is relatively small and is entirely focused around its beach. However, the lively Skiathos Town and other resorts are just a short journey away. This makes it the perfect base for relaxing and catching some sunshine during the day and then either having a quiet night in or a party evening just down the road.
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The wonderful Vasilias Beach is the centrepiece to this resort and the beach itself is split into two parts. Little Vasilias which is nearer to the town is a peaceful, idyllic stretch of beach which has umbrellas, sunloungers and a little taverna. Big Vasilias is at the other end of the beach which is a little livelier but still very laid-back. Big Vasilias is where you will find most of the watersport activities to choose from including water skiing and windsurfing! It is well worth a go even if you are a complete beginner.
Hotels, apartments and villas in the region are all reasonably priced and cater to a wide variety of budgets. Since Vasilias itself is a beach resort with just a small neighbouring town, you can also expect many of the accommodation options to be on the smaller, more budget-friendly side. However, some of the larger, more classic hotel options can be found in nearby Skiathos Town. Vasilias also offers a fantastic opportunity to try some authentic and delicious Greek favourites including souvlaki and moussaka. If you are not a fan of this, there are also international staples to choose from including pizzas.
The holiday season in Vasilias runs throughout the summer months from April to October. The region enjoys a relatively warm climate all-year-round and in the summer months, the temperatures regularly reach the high 20s and even low 30s. Several low cost airlines fly to Skiathos airport from regional airports and once you arrive, Vasilias is situated only a 5-10 minute car journey away.
Booking with us is one of the best ways to save time and money on your next trip to Vasilias. Here at CheekyTrip, we are a price comparison site with access to the best holiday offers from more than three dozen travel companies, including some of the market leaders. Since they are competing for your custom, you can guarantee some great rates and some of the cheapest deals on the market. All you need to do is enter your point of departure, your dates and destination and within a matter of seconds, we'll show you the Vasilias holiday that costs the least. Since offers change on a daily basis, book now to get the very best deal available.
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This stunning village offers a great range of accommodation ensuring there is something which appeals to everyone, so this is sure to be a great destination for your next holiday.
Royalton Antigua Resort and Spa is an all inclusive hotel offering guests world class service for its guests, it is just a short drive from a selection of popular restaurants and bars, including Bruce Bar, however there are 7 restaurants on site serving everything from local to international cuisine so you don’t even have to leave the complex to enjoy a 5-star meal! As well as that other facilities include a pool, sun terrace, fitness centre, a spa, games room, tennis court and for kids there is an indoor play area, a kids' club and kid meals available, so this is a great place for families to stay. Finally, there is a range of room options you can choose from including a luxury junior suite, bungalow or luxury junior suite diamond club depending on your preferences.
Aloe Villa is a spacious detached villa with a garden just a 5 minute walk from the Galley Bay beach a 3 minute drive from Hawksbill beach so there is plenty of opportunity for you to relax on the seafront. The unit features a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher and oven, a living area with a TV, dining area, 3 bedrooms, an outdoor pool and terrace so you can relax and soak up the sun. Car hire is also available at the property, ideal if you are wanting to explore the surrounding area and the local area is popular for horse riding, snorkelling, windsurfing and diving great for those activity enthusiasts.
Breeze Cottage is a holiday home with an incredible view of the surrounding area, it is just a short walk from the beautiful white sand beach of Galley Bay and not far from a selection of restaurants such as Pond View grill sure to be a fantastic place for a tasty evening meal. The holiday home features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a seating area, kitchen and balcony to really make this feel like a home away from home. You will also find there is free private parking and WiFi available on site to make your stay as hassle free as possible. Finally, activities such as snorkelling and cycling can be found in the nearby area sure to make your holiday unforgettable!
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Cheekytrip is a price comparison site and offers cheap hotels in Five Islands from over 30 of the UK's leading travel companies. As everyone knows, competition reduces costs so you can be sure of a bargain. To find the cheapest hotel in Five Islands simply enter your dates, destination and departure point and within a matter of seconds, you'll see the best deal. Be aware that offers change daily. To avoid disappointment, make that call and book today.
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Stuffed Cheese Bread Rolls are easy to make and perfect for breakfast, an evening snack or even as a party starter. Serve them with tamarind or coriander chutney for an added flavour.
- 8slices of Bread
- 2Cheese Slices (cut into small squares)
- 6medium-sized potatoes (boiled)
- 2green chillies (finely chopped)
- Handful Mint leaves (chopped)
- Handful Coriander Leaves (chopped)
- 1/2tbspKashmiri Red Chilli Powder
- 1tbspCoriander Powder
- 1/2tbspCumin Powder (roasted)
- 1tspPomegranate powder/dry mango powder
- 1tbspCarom seeds
- 1/2tbspChat masala (optional)
- Oil for frying
How to make Cheese Bread Rolls
Boil the potatoes, peel and let it cool.
Put the potatoes in a mixing bowl and roughly mash them.
Add green chillies, chopped mint and coriander leaves, kashmiri red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, pomegranate seeds, carom seeds, chat masala, and salt. chaat masala, salt.
Take the bread slice and cut the edges of it, and keep it aside.
Dip a bread slice slightly in a bowl of water and press flat with both your hands gently to squeeze out the water.
Take a small ball of potato mixture and place it on the pressed bread slice. Place a piece of cheese on the potato ball.
Close the edges of the bread nicely by gently pressing the sides and giving it a round or an oval shape of your choice.
Roll the bread roll in a bowl of semolina to give it a nice coat.
Make all the rolls in the same way and refrigerate for 10 minutes to rest.
Heat oil in a wok or a pan on medium-high heat. To see if the oil is ready to fry the rolls, first put in a small piece of bread. It should come up to the surface immediately.
Add the bread rolls one at a time and leave it for a minute.
Turn the rolls in intervals with a ladle till they turn golden brown.
Take them out from the oil and place them on a kitchen towel for the excess oil to be absorbed.
Serve hot with tomato sauce or chutney.
Tips & Tricks
Boil the potatoes well and let them cool down before mashing.
Seal the edges of the bread roll well so that the stuffing does not spill out while frying.
You can also skip cheese from this recipe.
The sides of the bread can be dried, ground and used as breadcrumbs.
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As a global culinary apparel brand, we dress the most talented Chefs across the world. Each month Chef Works features a different Chef with their answers to our Culinary Questions. This month we meet Isaac Saliba Chef Patron at Salt Restaurant
From when it all started?
I've started at a very young age. I followed my grandmother and my mother steps. My family was my inspiration, I remember how I admired their cooking! My mother's family had a business in selling fruits and vegetables, therefore I spent a lot of time helping them hence I was brought up in the food industry. I also remember that at a very young age instead of playing with kids I used to prefer staying indoors watching the cooking shows.
Who was your greatest cooking inspiration?
Since I have always enjoyed watching the cooking shows, without exception I used to admire Keith Floyd and Anthony Bourdain on traveling different cuisines.
What is your favorite cooking dish?
Nothing beats a nice steak on a bbq, especially in these Summer days.
Who would you most like to cook for?
To all the people that really appreciate food, consisting of good quality ingredients and value the dedication I give to every dish.
What do you enjoy doing most when you're outside the kitchen?
Spending my time with the people I love most, especially my partner and my friends.
Weirdest Food you ever ate?
Your favorite Cookbook?
TRU, by Rick Tromonto.
What is your favorite Chef Works Item?
All of the garments and styles but if I had to choose I would say the Chef Works Coats.
Your biggest achievement?
Opening my very own Restaurant, it was always my dream since I was little.
Your best Culinary tip?
Pursue your dreams, fight for your beliefs, be consistent, take advantage of your opportunities, learn from your mistakes, discover yourself and inspire others.
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Luxury Cat Collars
Here at Cheshire & Wain, we have beautiful, high-end cat collars in a range of colours and styles to suit your cat's taste and personality – from house cats to outdoor adventurers. Our stylish designer range is just purrfect for spoiling your fancy feline, and making sure they stand out from the crowd....
All our luxury cat collars are made with love here in the UK. We’ve designed them from scratch to incorporate a discreet breakaway safety buckle, meaning they’re easy to fasten but will break open if dangerously snagged, ensuring your kitty is comfortable no matter where they’re prowling.
Each design is then lovingly packed in a Cheshire & Wain gift box, bag or special edition tin, with a personalised card and message. Take a look through our exquisite collection of luxury cat collars and make your selection today.
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Our main ranges are crafted with the finest Italian leather for ultimate durability, so you know that they’re made to last. We also have a vegan-friendly range of high-visibility, reflective designs for outdoor exploring kitties called Lumino Lux. This range ensures your kitty will stand out wherever they’re going, especially at night – so you can be sure you're buying a collar that protects each of your cat's nine lives!
You can also add an engraved ID tag featuring your pet’s name, along with your contact number. Ask us about our personalised designs today.
We take your cat’s safety seriously.
All Cheshire & Wain collars incorporate a discreet breakaway catch for your cat’s protection and your peace of mind.- The original creators of leather safety collars for cats.
- Designed by us, trusted by cat lovers across the world.
- Veterinarian recommended.
- Rigorously tested for tensile strength.
- Designed to break open only when it matters most.
At Cheshire & Wain, we make our luxury cat collars with the finest Italian leather, which is durable and soft on your cat’s skin, making them incredibly comfortable to wear. It’s also important to make sure it fits well. Check our fitting guide for more information.
If your kitten is under 4 months old, it is not advisable for them to wear a collar as their neck muscles are still developing. We also recommend that cats that weigh less than 2.4kg (5.5lbs) avoid wearing a collar as the breakaway mechanism is tested for cats of this weight and heavier.
However, once your kitten is 4 months old (and if they’re roaming outdoors), a collar is a handy way to help identify them in the event they travel a little further afield. You can attach an ID tag with your phone number, so once your kitty is found, they can be returned safely to you. It also shows others that your cat is not a stray.
If your kitty is kept indoors, having them wear a luxury collar can be a personal choice – however it’s a great way to keep them looking fancy and stylish!
As long as it fits well, there is no need to change your kitty’s collar. They may outgrow it as they get older, however once your kitty has matured, their collar is designed to last for years (provided it’s made with quality, durable materials. That’s why all our high-end cat collars are made with Italian leather).
Definitely! Our range is designed to be comfortable and fit well, so there’s no reason why your feline friend can’t sleep while it’s on.
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A group of ordination candidates in the Presbyterian Church (USA) have taken issue with an exam including a violent passage from the Bible, claiming that such content may “cause harm.”
Recently, the Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee on Examinations for Candidates, the permanent PCUSA committee tasked with overseeing the exams process for clergy candidates, oversaw an exam in which test-takers had to exegete (or interpret) a Bible passage.
The passage for that particular exegesis exam was Judges 19, which centers on a violent group sexual assault and death of a concubine. This injustice led to war among the tribes of Israel.
Usage of the passage prompted outrage from some, who believed that using a sexually violent part of Scripture for the exam ran the risk of retraumatizing victims of sexual assault.
A petition posted to Change.org by the Rev. Elana Keppel Levy of Oklahoma, a survivor of sexual assault, has garnered more than 1,000 signatories as of Tuesday morning.
“While it is a vital skill for pastors to be able to interpret, teach, and preach from scripture, stories that feature extreme violence and sexual violence cause harm for both test takers and readers,” reads the petition.
“Those who have experienced violence and sexual violence often suffer from PTSD for years, if not the rest of their lives. Being forced to read and intensely focus on stories like this is likely to be a trauma trigger.”
The petition adds, "Christ tells us that his yoke is easy and his burden is light. Our examinations must not cause fear and harm.”
“We are asking for a formal apology from the Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee on Examinations for Candidates and a commitment from that committee to agree to oversight from a person or persons who have authority to act to prevent such harm from ever happening again,” the petition added.
The Rev. Robert Lowry of Arkansas, who chairs the committee, told Presbyterian News Service in an interview last week that the Judges 19 passage was selected as a way to help prepare future clergy for ministry in the modern church.
“A reality in the church today is pastors have to be equipped to engage with the parish they serve on issues that might not have been talked about 20 or 25 years ago, including sexual violence and violence in general,” Lowry said. “Scripture provides a rich narrative that touches on the fullness of the human experience.”
Lowry also told PNS that the point of the exam is “to invite candidates to demonstrate how their preparation and pastoral call intersects with their acquired knowledge. It takes a great deal of thought and effort to write the questions.”
“In the end, the collective wisdom was that this issue was of sufficient importance to use a question like this on the ordination exam,” he added.
Citing U.S. Department of Justice data, the Center for Family Justice reports that one in four women and one and six men are sexually abused in their lifetime.
”This issue is not abstract for members of our church or members of our society; it is personal," Levy wrote in the petition. "As a church, we absolutely have a duty to care for those who have been victimized, to advocate for justice, to learn how to heal spiritually, and to wrestle with biblical texts. Ensuring that candidates have a trauma-informed education about how to deal with and respond to these matters is crucial. However, this will not be effectively accomplished in a high pressure, high stakes examination."
The committee will officially respond to the petition during the PCC's annual meeting in March.
“During our annual meeting, we will talk about the issue in a more fulsome way than social media or throwing together a Zoom call would allow,” Lowry said. “We believe this is an issue of great importance to the church and has intersected other important issues. We will take time at our annual meeting to focus on the questions that have arisen this week. We are doing that not to delay the conversation, but because we feel it is important enough to have in person.”
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2020 saw a lot of changes to the Real Estate Market, and 2021 appears to be following in its footsteps. Houses saw a huge jump in price, and the amount of showings per listing tripled at the minimum. The housing market prices have hit a 50 year high, with detached home sales up 20%. While prices are up, listings are down. 2020 saw the fewest active listings since 1993. This opened the door to a seller’s market, and encouraged the rise of sale prices.
The changes were not only seen in the Real Estate world however. The debt to service ratio actually fell. With less access to stores, there were less places to spend hard earned money, and for those who were suddenly without work, the government stepped in and helped them out with the CERB. Canadians were not left helpless, and are now looking for somewhere to spend that money. Consumer debt fell, which opened the door to mortgage growth acceleration.
There were two parts of Real Estate that did see a decline. Condominiums, and rental units. For the most part, these declines took place in the larger cities, such as Toronto and Vancouver, but we are starting to see the changes rippling into the smaller towns, and moving north. For the first time in a very very long time, maybe even in the history of Canada, the population has seen a decline. With the borders closed, the population has not been able to grow as it usually has. The non permanent Canadian Citizens, who usually buy the condos, or rent the units, are not entering Canada, and landlords are starting to hurt. They are being forced to lower their rents in order to still occupy their units, and pay some of their bills.
There is a history of a dramatic period of spending after every major “plague”, and we do not foresee this time to be any different. There is a pent up demand for spending coming, and the Real Estate Market is the perfect place for it to land. What economists are seeing is the higher earning savers are the ones who are not being affected by the lay-offs, and they will be the ones on the hunt for homes for the foreseeable future. This allows for the housing prices to continue to rise. What is being predicted is the decline in multiple offers. The market is being slammed right now with as many as 10-20 offers per listing, and the economists believe that with more houses being listed in the spring market, the offers will fall off, but prices will stay the same or continue to rise.
Bankruptcies are also at a major low, with credit cards being paid off, and new debt harder to access (casino’s closed, malls closed). This sees a future rise in savings, and investing, and the best way to invest with a guaranteed outcome, is to invest in real estate. Usually , with a major “out of depression spending” period, there is an inflation, and then a recession. If the spenders are purchasing land and home, the inflation will not happen. The bank of Canada has been buying bonds to suppress the interest rate, and in return suppress the inflation.
The forecast for 2021 is a great year for Real Estate. More listings becoming available, first time home buyers being able to have a chance, and we will see a rise in Condo sales again, with their prices being lower.
If you are interested in learning more about the market, buying or selling your home, or would just love to talk, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
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WHAT IS A CENTRE FOR COMPETENCY DEVELOPMENT
Centre for Competency Development is an innovative project established as a part of celebrating CIGI's two decades of meaningful intervention in empowering the weaker segments of society. In 2016 CIGI took the initiative to set up 100 Centres for Competency Development (Mission 100C4C) at grassroots level in various parts of the state. The idea of Mission 100C4C is an end result of deliberations and constant dialogues among think tanks of CIGI on lack of competence in students and job seekers from all streams who are pursuing their higher studies or looking for a job.
The project was built on a belief that the accomplishment of this mission would provide a solution for this affecting condition and lead to a massive transformation in the current occupational and educational state of the community. By 2019, CIGI successfully completed this mission of implementing 100 centres and the project is still continuing through various activities for developing competence among the community.
A Centre for Competition instituted under C4C is basically an independent centre accredited to and monitored by CIGI and is envisioned to enhance the competency of students, nurture their talent, develop their skills, and direct them in their pursuit of better life and career.
As the pandemic swept through the globe, we decided to create a novel model of competency development through ‘C-Circle’s (Competency Circles’. The C-Cirlce’s are WhatsApp based online groups through which regular aspirants are prepared to face competitive examinations. This is done through regular updates of study materials and daily, week and monthly tests.
Started in 2020, our mission was, ‘1000 C-Circles’ , which was accomplished in a short span of time with people from across the state joining this initiative.
CENTRE FOR COMPETITIONS (C4C Centres)
WHO CAN ACCREDIT AS A CENTRE FOR COMPETITIONS?
Any local chapter of CIGI, Colleges, Schools, Orphanages, Panchayats, NGO’s or any similar institutes can apply to get accredited as a Centre for Competition under the project, Competency Movement. Interested institutes/organisations have to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CIGI to operate the centre. The project works with the objective to examine the academic personal and career excellence of young aspirants aiming at ensuring general competency development of those with qualification of 10th or above. Any institutions that meet the requirements mentioned below are eligible to accredit as a Centre for Competitions under the project:
- An office space (preferably with internet connection)
- Class Rooms/ Training Hall (preferably with Audio Visual Equipments
- Co-ordinator (Full time/Part Time)
- Committee to supervise the centre
THE ELIGIBILITY TO ENROL IN CENTRE FOR COMPETITIONS?
- Students from primary class onwards for developing competency
- Students appearing for scholarship examinations like LSS, USS, and NMMS etc.
- Students appearing for entrance examinations
- Job seekers appearing for entry to service exams of PSC, UPSC, SSC etc
- Public who like to improve competency skills
HOW DO WE DO THAT?
CIGI HQ and faculty members are jointly responsible for the smooth functioning of the project.
Effective and productive management of the centres is the main concern of our HQ and we do that through various activities such as:
- Timely consultation and motivation
- Preparation of the manuals, course modules, and study materials.
- Training for management, coordinators and faculties.
- Providing faculties.
- Entrance tests, model examinations, and evaluation.
- Sponsorship for needy students (as far as possible)
CIGI Competency Movement is a mixture of various events as
- Competency Circles
- Exam oriented training
- Faculty development program
- Competency exam orientation
- Information and guidance for Competency Examinations
- Advocacy and guidance for Competency Centres
- Training for Competency Entrepreneurship
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In response to the resource constraints, environmental pressures and economic barriers that characterize our “take and dispose” economy, many have put forward a vision for a “circular economy” that would not only conserve and recycle materials but also contribute to new technological, financial and environmental innovations.
As the circular economy approach gains traction – with noteworthy advances in the EU, China and the US – it is becoming increasingly clear that adjustments to our system of regulatory and commercial law will be needed to further progress towards a circular economy.
The circular economy is not just another buzzword or slogan, but instead is a serious approach to supplant the way global production and energy systems operate. For lawyers and their clients, this represents a new and important thought construct that will lead to legal frameworks better adapted to the 21st century.
The legal concepts now emerging to advance the Circular Economy reflect the diversity of issues involved in the modification of behaviour and legal obligations related to property ownership and responsibility for property use; facilitation of collaborative production and distribution to maximize materials use (in renewable energy, among other sectors) and economic competitiveness; and creation of viable financial and commercial structures to viably implement the innovations introduced.
While the Circular Economy will certainly include facets of regulatory law designed to protect the environment and transition to sustainability, it is likely that the emerging body of law will incorporate other legal principles as well. Moreover, as the perceived applicability of Circular Economy innovations continues to evolve, regulatory policy and law will likely take on different forms in specific sectors or geographic regions.
(Source: Environmental Law Institute)
This section contains a small number of research and reports.
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It’s Valentine’s Day and it’s Monday. Those two things really don’t go well together but that’s ok. Are you doing anything special tonight? My hubby and I celebrated over the weekend so we will probably just have dinner at home and watch a movie tonight, oh and maybe throw some homework and studying in too. I am definitely looking forward to some sweetheart candy, anyone else addicted?
Here are some career links around the web (with a love theme) to start your week off right!
- In honor of Valentine’s Day, make sure you read the Do’s and Dont’s of Office Relationships.
- Need a good book to read on Valentine’s Day? Check out these five books for Valentine’s Day from The Washington Post
- Sticking with the love theme, How to Love Your Job (even if you secretly hate it)
- Have a little time today? Watch this short video of 6.2 ways to make everyone love you at work from careerealism.
- An interesting Valentine’s Day read about picking Career vs. Love….
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Mary McAuliffe was born in Cork and studied music at University College Cork. Her works, which include instrumental, vocal, choral, children’s music, film soundtracks and opera, are performed and
Studied at the National College of Art and Design. Currently lectures in sound art and listening as part of the MA in Experimental Sound Practice Music Dept.
Patrick McCormack was born in Limerick in 1934.
Eunan McCreesh studied at the University of Ulster Jordanstown and completed his PhD in Composition at Queen's University, Belfast in 2006.
Daniel McDermott is an Irish composer, D.J, guitarist, pianist and producer. His music fuses elements of jazz, classical, world, minimal techno and electronica.
Dr. Anselm McDonnell is an Irish/Welsh composer based in Belfast who has composed over ninety pieces for orchestra, chamber groups, choirs, soloists, and electronics.
Ben McHugh is an Irish composer currently based in Stockholm, Sweden.
From County Down, Deirdre's work has featured at London’s Southbank, Muziekgebouw, Amsterdam, Gothenburg International Chamber Music Festival, Orléans Concours International, The Wigmore Hall,
John McLachlan was born in Dublin and studied music at the DIT Conservatory of Music, the Royal Irish Academy of Music and Trinity College Dublin, where he majored in composition and gained a PhD i
This section introduces the music of Irish composers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It is intended as a good starting point for anyone not familiar with Irish contemporary music.
Each composer's page provides a photo, a biography, most recent works added to CMC's collection and other information. You can also purchase CDs and scores by each composer, access features about the composers, or view any upcoming events which include their music.
An Irish composer is defined as anyone who was born or is permanently resident in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
For any Irish composers interested in registering with CMC, please see our guidelines on how to apply.
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CNE1 has a lot to offer.
The institution has a good balance of seriousness and fun. The homey ambiance, the friendly staff and well-structured curriculums for both academic and technical skills are the strengths of CNE1 which are definitely hard to beat.
Moreover, working in CNE1 has allowed me to understand the significance of open-communication. The level of education and achievements do not really matter if you have no “people skills”. This idea is applicable in both my personal and professional life.
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Accessibility refers to designing devices, products, and environments such that individuals with disabilities or sensory impairments can successfully use them.
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) break down accessibility into four main principles:
- Perceivable: Create content that can be perceived in different ways, for example, providing text alternatives for non-text content and content that can be perceived by assistive technologies like screen readers.
- Operable: Enable simple operation by making all functionality available from the keyboard, helping users navigate and find content, and giving users plenty of time to consume content.
- Understandable: Make text readable and understandable, make content appear in predictable ways, and help users avoid and correct mistakes.
- Robust: Maximize compatibility with current and future user tools.
Inclusive design focuses on designing for users of all demographics and abilities, while accessibility is specifically focused on designing for people with disabilities. Any product that doesn’t consider accessibility and equity may (whether intentionally or not) exclude a portion of the population who would otherwise find it useful.
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The report states that the CPT’s delegation received numerous allegations of physical and psychological ill-treatment of detained persons by law enforcement officials within the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH). The severity of the alleged ill-treatment (e.g., falaka, rape with a baton, mock execution with a gun) could, in the CPT’s view, amount to torture. The ill-treatment alleged consisted of kicks, punches, slaps and blows with batons, baseball bats, wooden tiles and electric cables. It was inflicted by crime inspectors with the purported intention of coercing criminal suspects to confess to a crime, as well as by members of special intervention units at the time of apprehension. The report notes that in the Republika Srpska (RS) fewer allegations of police ill-treatment were received than in 2012 and 2015.
The report advocates that rigorous action is required to promote a change of culture in the Sarajevo and Herzegovina-Neretva Cantonal Police and FBiH Police. This requires inter alia the adoption of measures such modern methods of crime investigation and a system of audio and video recording of police interviews as well as guaranteeing that, medical examinations of criminal suspects in police custody are both thorough and confidential.
Moreover, the report found that investigations into alleged police ill-treatment are not effective, as they are neither carried out promptly nor thoroughly and the investigating body cannot be considered as impartial and independent.
As regards the effectiveness of the safeguards against police ill-treatment, the CPT found once again that the right of access to a lawyer remains openly disregarded by police officials and that access to a doctor remains ineffective outside of emergency care.
At Sarajevo and Mostar Prisons, the CPT again found an anachronistic and restrictive regime imposed on remand prisoners (i.e. persons confined more than 23 hours a day to their cells and women only offered irregular access to outdoor facilities and showers). Further, health care provision and its regulation were poor and custodial staff continued to resort to an informal use of means of restraint and discipline to punish prisoners.
By contrast, at Banja Luka Prison the CPT found an improved atmosphere between staff and persons in prison compared to previous visits.
The report welcomes the opening of the Special Hospital for Forensic Psychiatry in Sokolac and seeks clarification as regards the placement of forensic psychiatric patients from various parts of the country in this facility. As regards the adjacent civil psychiatric hospital in Sokolac (Special Hospital for Psychiatry), the CPT recommends that steps be taken to stabilise its financial situation. It also makes a series of recommendations for both establishments to alleviate the cramped and impersonal wards for patients, to increase staffing resources and the offer of psycho-social rehabilitative activities and to reinforce the practical operation of legal safeguards accompanying consent to treatment requested from patients at both psychiatric establishments.
As regards Stolac Social Care Home, the report makes several recommendations to improve the care and living conditions but it urges once again that the authorities put in place a clear and comprehensive legal framework governing the involuntary placement and stay of residents in social care homes.
In their response, the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina provide detailed information, notably concerning the steps taken by several police agencies to set up of interview rooms equipped with audio and video recording as well as to train crimes inspectors on investigative interviewing. As regards prisons, information is provided on the action taken inter alia to improve the material conditions and regime and to reinforce staffing levels. Likewise, steps have been taken to refurbish the premises and reinforce staffing levels at Stolac Social Care Home.
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Belts are versatile accessories that can elevate your outfit and highlight your waist at the same time. Whether you're dressing for a formal event or a casual day, a collection of essential belts is essential for creating elegant looks. In this blog post, we will explore 10 essential women's belts for every occasion, from casual to formal, that should be part of every fashion-conscious woman's wardrobe.
Classic leather belts:
A timeless basic, a classic leather belt in neutral tones such as black or brown is a must. It pairs well with jeans, trousers and skirts and adds an elegant touch to any look.
A narrow belt is perfect for a delicate and feminine look. This refined accessory goes well with flowing dresses and blouses. Choose metallic or pastel shades to add a pop of color.
Attractive Wide Belt:
Make a fashion statement with a wide belt that accentuates your waist. This eye-catching accessory transforms loose-fitting dresses or oversized shirts into elegant, flattering ensembles.
Ideal for bohemian-inspired looks, a braided belt adds texture and structure to a more casual look. Complete maxi dresses, denim shorts or define your silhouette with a loose tunic.
for a modern and glamorous touch, buy a chain belt . This accessory adds a surprising touch to looks, especially to jeans or high-waisted dresses. Choose from several metallic finishes to suit your style.
An elastic waistband offers comfort and style. It is elastic and fits snugly around the waist, making it ideal for casual occasions. Pair with high-waisted skirts, dresses or trousers for an effortlessly chic look.
Maximize your accessories by purchasing a reversible belt. This versatile option offers two different colors or textures so you can pair it with multiple looks. It's like having two belts in one!
An embellished belt makes a fashion statement. Whether it is with rhinestones, studs or unique buckles, buy a belt that will add glamor to formal or special occasions.
buy a sash belt to add elegance and femininity to the your gaze. Made of satin or silk, it can be tied on long dresses or blouses for an elegant and sophisticated look. Choose a bright color to increase contrast.
For a Western-inspired fashion statement, purchase a Western belt. With its different buckles and textured leather, it adds a rustic and unique touch to your looks, especially with jeans or denim skirts.
In short: invest in variety of pieces Belts will enhance your wardrobe and allow you to create different looks for every occasion. From the timeless leather belt to the trendy chain belt, each of the accessories above has a unique function to complete your look. By purchasing these 10 must-have belts, you'll be well-equipped to confidently pair a variety of outfits, from casual to formal, showing off your personal style. So discover the different ways to buy women's belts that suit your tastes and highlight your fashion style.
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Legendary artist Dave Gibbons teams up with Dark Horse Books for a comprehensive autobiography.
Confabulation: An Anecdotal Autobiography tells the story of Dave Gibbons's life as he first begins to draw through co-creating the iconic Watchmen comic. The autobiography is said to be an in-depth, and personal tale of Gibbons life. Not only the work done along the way, but the relationships, both good and bad, that came from the work. In this autobiography, Gibbons will present never-before-seen art, and comics pitches.
If none of that was enough for you to purchase this hardcover book, then maybe some behind-the-scenes stories about his work on Doctor Who, or his induction into the Eisner Hall of Fame?
Still not enough? This will also be the first time that Gibbons goes into depth about the end of his relationship with Watchmen co-creator, Alan Moore.
Now that you're on the hook, here is how to preorder and what it will cost:
The Confabulation: An Anecdotal Autobiography hardcover will be available everywhere books are sold on October 25, 2022. It is available for pre-order on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and at your local comic shop and bookstore. This Dave Gibbons autobiography will retail for $39.99.
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Westborough – The town of Westborough recently announced a new program, “Snow Angels,” that is designed to link physically able residents with senior citizens who are having trouble either financially and/or physically removing snow from their driveways and walks.
The town is also working to identify those seniors that require assistance. Once a list has been identified, the town will also be contacting their abutting neighbors to ask that they consider volunteering.
Selectman Tim Dodd suggested the program, which was approved by the board in December.
“This program, modeled after several other successful programs from across the country, will provide an organized pathway through which residents can assist their neighbors in need with dealing with our New England winters,” he said.
“The board appreciates Selectman Dodd bringing this idea forward,” Selectmen Chair George Barrette said. “Growing up in Westborough, they didn’t call us ‘Snow Angels’ just the strong-backed neighborhood kids doing the right thing; it usually resulted in hot chocolate! It will be nice to see if we can get back to that kind of community again.”
The town is requesting that residents interested in volunteering for this program, contact the selectmen’s office at 508-366-3030 or [email protected].
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June "Gemini Red" Hicks a lifelong resident of Bradley County and one of the most successful hairdressers of our generation, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ on November 19, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, William McKinley Longwith and Ruth Ann Longwith of Charleston, TN, one brother William Edward Longwith (Billy) and many sisters and brothers.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 28 years, Jim Hicks, one sister Penny Smith (Glen), two daughters Brenda Elder (Randy) and Treva Bolton (Tim) and one son Denny White, five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and four great great grands in which made her a 5th Generation Grandmother four times. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, other extended family members and a host of special friends.
She retired from hairdressing after over 62 years. She was of the Baptist faith, loved gospel singing, her church, her many pets, but especially her family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests a memorial be made to the charity of your choice.
A private memorial service will be announced and held at a later date.
You are encouraged to share a memory of Gemini Red and/or your personal condolences with her family by visiting her memorial webpage and guest book at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home and the Cody family are honored to assist her family with these arrangements.
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What do Starbucks, Sephora, and Nordstrom have in common? Besides a penchant for mocha-colored products, these retailers are known for their loyal customer base.
Customer loyalty is essential in any business, but particularly in retail. It’s far more cost-effective to retain existing customers. In fact, a study by HubSpot shows that the cost of acquiring a new customer can be up to five times more expensive than retaining an existing customer.
So, how do you go about building loyal customers and retaining your existing customer base? One critical component is your mobile application.
Loyalty is built over time by providing easy-to-use, engaging, and personalized shopping experiences. The adoption of digital is fundamentally reshaping the shopping journey, which impacts how companies can earn loyalty. Retailers invest heavily in omnichannel shopping, which creates a cohesive experience across all shopping channels, including in-store, desktop, and mobile.
Today, companies are developing mobile apps to build customer loyalty. Through apps, customers can find products, read reviews, and make purchases easier and faster than ever before. According to Abhishek Srivastava, Vice President of Retail Solutions at Concord, mobile apps allow you to connect with your customers in ways that physical stores and websites can’t offer.
“Over the past several years, customers have changed their approach to shopping. Retailers must provide enhanced services while investing more in their relationships with customers. The relationship between retailers and customers is now a mix of digital and physical. Mobile apps have become a fundamental component of the digital offer and have proven to increase sales and customer loyalty,” Srivastava shares.
In fact, a study published by Marketing Science found that retail app users buy 33% more frequently, buy 34% more items, and spend 37% more than non-app user customers over 18 months after app launch.
People have come to expect personalization with nearly every digital interaction, and mobile apps are built to give customers the ideal user experience. “Mobile apps can be continuously shaped to fit customer wants and needs. They not only deliver rich user experiences, but also provide your business with deep consumer data,” Srivastava says.
Mobile apps hold detailed and comprehensive data about each of its users. Information like location, purchases, and browsing activity, gives insight into customer preferences and habits. This can be leveraged to send targeted ads and content straight to their phones. Consumers are more likely to favor brands that provide personalized recommendations and offers. By making relevant content more accessible to users, you increase app engagement and customer retention.
Mobile apps are convenient, customizable, and, with the right capabilities, provide a more robust customer experience than any other channel. The more value you offer, the more interest customers develop in your brand. “Interacting with customers on a regular basis and in a personalized manner builds emotional connection, which in turn leads to customer retention. A retained customer is an asset to any brand. They bring in more revenue and have more chances of becoming brand advocates,” Srivastava reveals.
Key Mobile App Features that Build Customer Loyalty
What are the mobile app capabilities that deliver a great user experience? Abhishek shares that businesses should consider the following features:
“By investing in mobile applications that incorporate rewards, personalization, and frictionless payment tools, retailers can provide a seamless bridge between a customer’s in-store and online experiences. This will significantly help build brand loyalty,” Srivastava declares.
Retailers of all sizes should consider a mobile app to effectively connect with consumers and improve the overall shopping experience. Sharing customized and relevant information will help you build loyalty, which in turn boosts sales.
If you’re interested in learning more about developing a mobile app that improves your customer retention, Concord’s retail experts can help find the right features and approach to suit your needs.
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Obama’s famed auto-bailout centerpiece, General Motors, is become worth less every day as its Monday close bottomed at $19.57 – the lowest in 2012.
GM went public in November of 2010 after being rescued by American taxpayers and the stripping of private investors. The initial offering started at $33 and things have fallen off a cliff since then. As Investors.com reports, American taxpayers are watching their investment dwindle:
Normally you might say, tough luck investors. But this is Government Motors. The Treasury still owns 26.5% of GM, or 500 million shares. Taxpayers are still out $26.4 billion in direct aid. Shares would have to hit $53 for the government to break even.
Those shares were worth about $9.8 billion as of Monday. That would leave taxpayers with a loss of $16.6 billion.
But that’s not the full tally. Obama let GM keep $45 billion in past losses to offset future profits. Those are usually wiped out or slashed, along with debts, in bankruptcy. But the administration essentially gifted $45 billion in write-offs (book value $18 billion) to GM. So when GM earned a $7.6 billion profit in 2011 (more on that below), it paid no taxes.
The risk is also somewhat shared by the United Auto Workers ((UAW). The healthcare benefits plan had to take 10.1% ownership in GM through stock in order to offset cash payments owed by the automaker to the trust. As the value of that stock declines, so does the amount of potential capital in the healthcare trust. The trust is an obligation of GM and as the value of the stock drops the cash requirement goes up. How long until GM can’t pay its obligations.. again?
The failing Opel unit, Volt fires, Cruze call-backs, and slipping market share are all anchors around the neck of GM and the taxpayers that bailed out the auto company that should have gone into traditional bankruptcy.
The losses aren’t realized as the Treasury hasn’t attempted to sell the stock and isn’t likely to before the election to avoid giving Republicans such an easy target.
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The first NRECA Annual Meeting of the new decade will be in New Orleans, where electric cooperative leaders will gather to celebrate the strength of the co-op network, deepen knowledge of industry issues, and conduct official business.
78th NRECA Annual Meeting and Expo will be Feb. 27 to March 4 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the site of the 2016 meeting. The early bird registration fee expires Jan. 22, which is also the last day to secure group rate housing.
This year, organizers have structured programming around three key topics: beneficial electrification; digital and data transformation of the industry; and consumer engagement and expectations. Breakout sessions and one-on-one learning opportunities will go into detail on these and other important issues.
“Annual meeting participants have told us that in the time available, we only scratch the surface” of important co-op issues, says Tracey Steiner, NRECA’s senior vice president for education and training. “For 2020, participants will be able to dive deeper and explore these three topics from different angles.”
Changes to the 2020 annual meeting schedule include “Spark Sessions,” which will allow participants to engage in small group discussions with their peers. Facilitators will help run the 30-minute sessions, which will take place at the NRECA and Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives booths.
Also of note:
TechAdvantage® Experience 2020 will run concurrently with the annual meeting. The Expo opening reception will be March 2, and the TechAdvantage conference sessions will end March 4.
NRECA’s Next Generation Leaders Experience turns five this year. This year’s program is similar to years past, but organizers are putting a stronger focus on leadership development.
Tickets are still available for the International Luncheon (March 2), ACRE® Breakfast (March 3) and Entertainment Night (March 3).
Each general session will be livestreamed on cooperative.com, and there will be frequent updates on NRECA's
Instagram accounts on the highlights of the gathering, using the hashtag #NRECA20.
Matheson, a Futurist and Secrets to Productivity
NRECA CEO Jim Matheson will kick off the opening general session on March 2.
Keynote speakers for the three general sessions are:
Inventor, technology futurist and former hacker Pablos Holman, who will talk about embracing the future in “Innovate or Die Trying” (March 2).
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg, who will talk about the differences between being busy and being productive in “The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business” (March 3).
Harvard psychologist and best-selling author Susan David, who will discuss “Emotional Agility—The Gifts and Power of Emotional Courage” (March 4).
Entertainment Night on March 3 will feature Wynonna & The Big Noise, country music singer Wynonna Judd’s band and the title of her eighth studio album.
Other Meeting Highlights
NRECA President Curtis Wynn will address the second general session on March 3. That session will include introductions of the Youth Leadership Council and the address of this year’s council spokesperson, Kade McAdams, a member of
Tri-County Electric Cooperative in Azle, Texas. The
Touchstone Energy Annual Meeting and the NRECA business meeting will follow.
"Touchstone Energy’s annual meeting is an opportunity to focus on our brand and the trusted partnership it represents,” said Jeffrey Connor, interim executive director of Touchstone Energy. “Our members show tremendous leadership in the communities they serve, creating an important standard of service to identify electric co-ops throughout the nation.”
And during the March 4 closing session, the association will honor the recipient of the Electric Cooperative Purpose Award.
Other national cooperative organizations will hold their annual meetings in New Orleans that week:
2020 Community Service Project
Annual meeting participants will have two opportunities to demonstrate their concern for community, the seventh cooperative principle.
Touchstone Energy will sponsor its 12th community service project on Feb. 29, at Rebuilding Together New Orleans, where co-ops volunteered in 2016. A few spots are still open, and organizers recommend that volunteers bring work clothes and close-toed shoes. Take a look at this video for highlights from the 2016 project.
Can’t volunteer Feb. 29? Keep an eye out for upcoming information on another service project at the convention center in the Expo on March 2 and 3.
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Farmers explain some of the conservation-oriented practices that are part of their farm management. Good stewardship is essential to keeping your farm's resource base healthy for years to come.
In the Voices of Experience series from the Beginning Farmers Resource Center, you'll find the kind of dirt-under-the-fingernails advice that can only come from someone who's been there.
The NY Beginning Farmer Project is led by a team of Cornell Cooperative Extension Educators in partnership with the Cornell Small Farms Program. The project, launched in 2006 in response to increasing interest in farm start-ups, aims to enhance the likelihood of success of new ag enterprises by making the best resources and training available to new and diversifying farmers.
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The Roman legions left Britain.
Anglo-Saxon mercenaries began to take territory from the Britons.
450-600: The time of Arthur
Lots of luxury Mediterranean goods, such as wine and oil, were imported at Tintagel. The historian Gildas mentioned King Constantine of Dumnonia. Dumnonia was one of the most powerful kingdoms in Britain, with its centre in Cornwall and wealth based on the tin trade.
550-570: The making of Brittany
Britons living in Dumnonia were emigrating (moving) to Armorica. Armorica’s name was changed to Brittany, meaning ‘land of the Britons’ because so many people settled there.
550-600: Decline of the Kingdom of Dumnonia
Luxury imports into Tintagel stopped arriving and the power of Dumnonian kings declined. Over the next 200 years, Britons living in the southwest began to be described as 'Cornish'.
Battle of Deorham
Battle of Deorham (near Bristol). Victory for the Anglo-Saxons separated the Britons of the southwest from the Britons of Wales.
King Geraint, ruler of the western kingdom
The Cornish King Geraint was at war with Anglo-Saxon King Ine of Wessex. Both were claiming rule over Devon.
Battle of Hehil
A Cornish army defeated the Anglo-Saxons. The precise location of the battle is not certain but it took place ‘amongst the Cornish’.
Danish and Cornish alliance
Danish Vikings joined forces with the Cornish against the Anglo-Saxons.
Battle of Gafulford
Battle of Gafulford (possibly Galford in west Devon). The Anglo-Saxon King Egbert defeated a Cornish army.
Battle of Hingston Down
Battle of Hingston Down (possibly near Callington). A combined army of Cornish and Danish Viking forces was defeated by the Anglo-Saxon King Egbert.
King Doniert of Cornwall
Around this time, the Cornish King Doniert was drowned. His memorial stone can be found near St Cleer on Bodmin Moor.
Cornish border fixed
The English King Athelstan fixed the east bank of the River Tamar as the boundary between the Cornish and the English. This remains Cornwall’s boundary today.
Normans and Bretons
The Norman Conquest of Britain. The Norman army included men from Brittany (Bretons), some speaking the Breton language, which was very similar to Cornish. Some land in Cornwall was granted to Bretons.
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A beautiful pair of silver Jhumka earrings from Rajasthan with long dangles. Ready to wear with a good wearing weight of 16gr. As you can see in the pics, the earwire is not completely identical on both earrings. This will not be visible when wearing them though.
Measurements are: Total length including wire: 4.7cm (1.9") Weigth: 16gr.
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Broste Nordic Sea Footed Bowl - Large (Click & Collect)
Broste Copenhagen presents the Nordic Sea collection - A stunningly simple stoneware with colour and texture cues taken from ocean scenes and Nordic nature. Handmade to the highest standard, this charming footed bowl is completely unique with a varying finish of delicately textured porcelain glaze and is perfect for holding nibbles or dips.
This piece is dishwasher and microwave safe.
Key materials: Glazed Stoneware
Size: L 11cm x W 11cm x H 5.5cm
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Columbus is a remarkable city with a youthful personality, derived from the 57,000 students who attend Ohio State University. One of the most beautiful parts of the city is The Scioto Mile, where miles of walking trails edge along the Scioto River. The part of the mile that runs through Bicentennial Park is especially popular with locals, with kids splashing around in the massive interactive fountain and adults attending the park’s free summer concerts. Head to the German Village district to see a quirky side of town and grab a snack at one of the many great cafés there. It’s in the neighborhood that you’ll find The Book Loft, a jaw-dropping bookstore with 32 rooms, a huge patio, and excellent prices.
This city is definitely in touch with the great outdoors, and a day trip to Hocking Hills State Park will open your eyes to Ohio’s natural beauty. This picturesque park is home to several magnificent rock formations, rushing waterfalls, and the postcard-perfect Ash Cave. This is a must-see for any nature lover.
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Discover the charm of this exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo nestled in the heart of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Located on the 6th floor, this residence offers a private walk-out balcony that boasts breathtaking views, perfect for unwinding after a long day. The elegant design is highlighted by striking floor-to-ceiling mirrors in every room, adding a touch of sophistication and enhancing the spacious feel of the home. New electric panel just updated 2 years ago. Come and experience this stunning condo for yourself!
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The University of Michigan is inviting people outside its walls to join a research funding effort that's jump-starting ideas and collaboration among professors.
Officials at the Ann Arbor school said Friday they were announcing the expansion of the MCubed program, which started last year. The project allows an individual or group with $75,000 to post an idea or challenge and engage with professors who want to tackle it.
The program offers an alternative to government funding or other forms of private investment. Potential examples include a family enabling unconventional research into a disease or supporters launching an art preservation project through digital media.
Mark Burns, MCubed executive committee chairman, said people with "a passion for a particular area" can tap the university's knowledge for far less money than the usual methods.
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Swaddle + Milestone Numbers Gift Set
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Take a picture and remember when... Bundle a milestone numbers set with your choice of one illustrated blanket for the perfect way to document your babe's first year.
This set includes one Milestone Number Set and your choice of one illustrated blankets. Each month place baby on the same blanket with their age, snap, share and pause the moment..
ILLUSTRATED SWADDLE fair trade made with organic double gauze cotton and sized at a generous 47x47 inches. Comes packaged in organza bag with tag as seen.
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St. Modwen Logistics has leased an additional 76,000 sq ft of logistics space at St. Modwen Park Newport.
Solus, the Aviva-owned accident repair group, has leased a 24,000 sq ft unit to be used as a centre for paint repair work, whilst a separate 52,500 sq ft unit at the park has also been let to an unnamed ecommerce business.
The units, which form part of the c.345,000 sq ft of space delivered at St. Modwen Park Newport to date, have been built to St. Modwen’s ‘Swan Standard’ of sustainable development and incorporate various energy efficiency features including LED lighting and PV panels, achieving an EPC ‘A’ rating as a result. The scheme’s existing units also support customers on their own journeys to net zero by facilitating electric vehicle charging and providing occupiers with the necessary tools to limit their operational carbon emissions, including low-energy lighting.
St. Modwen Park Newport is strategically located just two miles from Junction 23A of the M4 motorway, providing excellent connectivity to South Wales and South West England. The Park’s location between major urban centres either side of the Severn Bridge, and the quality of space delivered at the scheme, is encouraging a diverse range of manufacturing and distribution businesses to choose Newport as their preferred location to facilitate their growth.
Solus joins a number of other high-profile occupiers at St. Modwen Park Newport including Amazon, Genpower, Mitel and Ureka Global.
Ben Quarrie, Development Director at St. Modwen Logistics, commented: “We are pleased to be welcoming Solus to St. Modwen Park Newport, with this deal adding to the growing number of businesses already operating at the park. We know how important access to the national transport infrastructure is for our customers and being placed at the gateway to South Wales makes Newport an ideal location for Solus and our community of businesses to thrive.
“There remains an acute undersupply of suitable logistics space in the region and we are continuing to explore opportunities to deliver even more space, including the possibility of a variety of bespoke, build-to-suit units upto 600,000 sq ft for interested companies.”
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Rohit Sharma on being asked if England were rightly awarded the World Cup title in 2019
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Published Oct 7, 2021, 7:26 pm IST
KL Rahul playing blinders to score runs galore and yet Punjab Kings not making enough progress in the IPL has become a familiar occurrence. This season too hasn’t been any different. But then Rahul decided to end their league campaign differently. Thanks to captain Rahul’s blitzkrieg (98 not out off 42 balls) and their bowlers’ impressive performance early on, Punjab signed off with a bang, thrashing Chennai Super Kings by six wickets with as many as seven overs to spare in their final game of the league phase at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday.
Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, quicks Arshdeep Singh and Chris Jordan’s early strikes had the Super Kings wobbling at 42/4 in the ninth over, a situation from which they couldn’t really recover. Courtesy Faf du Plessis’ 76, the Super Kings scrambled to a modest total of 134/6. But the Dubai wicket being much better for strokeplay, Rahul latched on to the opportunity to lead his team to a comfortable victory.
Barring Dwayne Bravo, none of the other CSK bowlers have passed their prime or are in the twilight of their careers, and that makes Rahul’s innings a more special one. Be it playing the pull, the lofted shots over mid-wicket or mid-off, or even the off-drives, Rahul creamed everyone, rendering the rival bowlers clueless. Such was his timing that even a paddle sweep-like attempt off Deepak Chahar sailed into the stands. The rhythm that Rahul, back to being the top run-getter (626) this season so far, is in at present augurs really well for Team India with not too many days left for the T20 World Cup, which will also be held in the UAE.
Punjab, though, have only themselves to blame for their inconsistency. If not for the mess they had made versus Rajasthan Royals, failing to get only four runs off the final over despite having eight wickets in hand, they would have been in a better position on the points table. As for Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Co., losing three matches in a row going into the play-offs underlines the chinks in their armor, which need to be addressed as early as possible.
KL Rahul played a stupendous knock and lighted up the Dubai Cricket Stadium with some firework as Punjab Kings inflicted third straight defeat on a hapless Chennai Super Kings in their IPL match on Thursday. Rahul made a light work of the modest total of 137 and tore apart Chennai’s toothless attack to steer Punjab to a six-wicket victory with seven overs to spare. With the victory, Punjab climbed to the fifth spot in the points table but they depend on the results of other teams for a playoff berth.
Rahul smashed an unbeaten 98 off 42 deliveries, hitting eight towering sixes and seven boundaries. How brutal was Rahul, it was evident from the fact that he added 46 runs for the first wicket with Mayank Agarwal in which, the contribution of the latter was only 12? The Punjab captain made his intentions clear from the word go as he took 11 runs off first over bowled by Deepak Chahar with the help of two boundaries. Despite the fact that two wickets fell in quick succession, Rahul kept on going at full throttle and there was no looking back for the Punjab opener.
In the process, he also scored the sixth fifty of the season and became the only batsman to breach the 600-run mark in this edition of the IPL. Earlier, Chennai, who seemed to have peaked too early in the tournament, now seems to be struggling when it matters the most. Their batting line-up has completely collapsed and all their top batsmen are struggling for the runs. Their middle-order looks completely out of color and not more than one batsman is clicking in a match.
Chennai is relying too much on the opening pair of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Faf du Plessis. If one of the opening batsmen does not click, they struggle to reach a score of 100. Both du Plessis and Gaekwad have scored more than 500 runs each in the tournament and are at the second and third spot respectively in the list of the highest scorers. Du Plessis continued his stellar form and scored the fifth fifty of the tournament.
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Rohit Sharma on being asked if England were rightly awarded the World Cup title in 2019
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Published Dec 26, 2021, 1:30 am IST
Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers Today Match Prediction.In the 20th match of the Big Bash League 2021-22, the Sydney Thunder will face the Sydney Sixers. This thrilling match will take place at Sydney Showground Stadium in Sydney. The Sydney Thunder are currently fourth in the BBL standings. They’ve won two games and lost the same number, for a total of nine points. In their most recent match, they beat Brisbane Heat. The Thunder scored 196 runs after being chosen to bat first, losing seven wickets courtesy to a superb cameo from Sam Billings.
The bowlers then stepped up to dismiss the Heat for 143 runs, resulting in a 53-run victory. Meanwhile, the Sydney Sixers are in second position in the points table. They’ve won four of their first five games and have a total of 14 points. In their previous match, they defeated the Adelaide Strikers. The Strikers batted first and struggled throughout the innings, scoring just 147 runs in their 20 overs.
Match: Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers BBL.
Date: December 26, 2021
Time: 12:35 PM IST.
Venue: Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney.
The forecast for today is for spotty rain with a chance of thunderstorms. The temperature will reach 25 degrees Celsius during the day and 19 degrees Celsius at night. We predict 1.4 mm of rain to fall, with clouds covering 66 percent of the sky and an average humidity of 80 percent.
The batting surface at Sydney Showground Stadium is excellent. It’s more of a welcoming batting surface where scoring runs isn’t difficult. On the other hand, while bowling on this surface, bowlers must be disciplined and on their toes.
Chris Green (c) , Sam Billings (wk), Matthew Gilkes, Alex Hales, Jason Sangha, Daniel Sams, Ben Cutting, Alex Ross, Nathan McAndrew, Saqib Mahmood, Tanveer Sanga
Moises Henriques (c), Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Daniel Christian, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr, Chris Jordan, Ben Dwarshuis, Lloyd Pope
Sam Billings, who had a career-high 64-run inning in the last match, will be fired up to have a bigger impact on the club. So far in the major event, he has crushed 160 runs at an average of 53.33 in four encounters.
Sean Abbott and Daniel Christian each took three wickets to assist their team limit the Strikers to 147 runs. He has six wickets from three matches in the league so far and might be a decent choice for this match.
The Sydney derby is always a memorable affair, but it’s much more so on Boxing Day. On their day, Sydney Thunder are undoubtedly capable of defeating Sydney Sixers, especially with the firepower offered by international hitters Alex Hales and Sam Billings, respectively. The Thunder, on the other hand, are an erratic team that is just as likely to wilt against a very good opponent in the Sixers, who are the embodiment of consistency.
However, with rain expected during the scheduled hours of play, this battle is likely to be hampered by the weather. While the in-form Sydney Sixers are worth backing if the weather conditions improve, the prudent play would be to wait until the scheduled start time to analyse the weather circumstances before making any decisions.
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Welcome to Year 4!
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We hope you find our Year Group page useful and enjoy our weekly whole school newsletters. Please look out for our half termly year group newsletter which offers support and ideas for how you can help at home.
We look forward to working in partnership with you to ensure that your child has an enjoyable year.
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If you have a backyard that’s nothing but a yard of weeds or overgrown grasses, you may be missing an opportunity that can change your outdoor lifestyle for the better. Here are 5 structures you can have installed in your backyard that will surely have you being outdoors, even if it’s just in your own backyard.
Porches are great for afternoon teas, stargazing, or meditation. Convert your plain backyard into a perfect place to spend your leisurely days and nights. A comfortable seat or two, a small table, and some ambient lights is all you need to convert your backyard porch into a cozy, private retreat.
If you’d rather relish having the sky as your roof, then maybe a fire pit is all you need to make your backyard more suitable for an outdoor hangout. Keep your outdoor space as warm and cozy as your indoor room with a fire pit or fireplace lit up. Don’t forget to bring the kettle for some hot chocolate or tea and some marshmallows to toast.
Convert a spot in your backyard as a shed for all of your power tools. Have you amassed more than a drawer or two of tools and equipment? Maybe it’s time to create an appropriate storage space so that next time you need something, you wouldn’t have to hunt for it in one of your drawers or nooks. Proper storage will save you a lot of time looking for it and tools won’t have to get tangled with each other.
A step up from the shed is the hobby room. Are you into some woodworking, sculpting, painting, or writing? When the main house gets a little too busy and noisy, a hobby room apart from the main house may help you concentrate on your hobby and get more done. It can also be your safe space you can truly call your own.
As going out and getting fresh produce can be tricky at times, having a kitchen garden can help you eat more vegetables. If you’re not so sure of having a green thumb, you can start with herbs that can thrive on your kitchen windowsill and replant it when they’ve grown a bit.
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To start a return, contact us at firstname.lastname@example.org. Provide us with your order number, date of order, and any photos pertaining to your request. Once your return is approved, an RMA number will be issued as well as further instructions on preparing your return. Items shipped back to us without prior authorization will not be accepted.
Damages and issues Please inspect your order upon receipt and contact us within 15 days if the item is missing, defective or damaged or if you received an incorrect item so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right. If your package sustained damage during transit, please keep the box or parcel and send photos of the damage immediately at email@example.com.
Exceptions / non-returnable items Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
Refunds We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 3 to 5 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
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I hear they give you an erection for like seven weeks!
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By Islam Serour
President Morsy’s visit to China has been quite fruitful thus far. Seven co-operation agreements for major projects have been signed between the two nations that target boosting Chinese investment, including industrial and technological development projects.
Morsy’s visit coincides with the new foreign policy orientation announced by presidential spokesman Yasser Ali, who told foreign reporters Monday that Egyptian foreign policy will focus on collaboration and fostering mutual interests.
The meeting of President Morsy and his Chinese counterpart, Hu Jintao was held at the Great Hall of the People in downtown Beijing after which the Egyptian delegation, comprised of seven ministers and many Egyptian businessmen, signed a $200 million loan to be used in investment projects.
Additionally, China granted Egypt a non-refundable grant worth $70.31 million and 300 police cars to be used for mutual infrastructure, construction of power plants and environmental projects.
The new agreements focus on enhancing mutual understanding and co-operation between the two countries in various fields, which include agriculture and exportation of agricultural technology, environment, telecommunication and internet development and tourism.
The state-owned newspaper, Al-Ahram quoted Nabil Abdel Hamid, Assistant Planning Minister, saying that Egypt will propose high-speed train line between Cairo and Alexandria.
Hassan Malek, the head of the team of businessmen accompanying Morsy, said during a dinner banquet in honour of Egyptian businessmen, held Monday, that Egypt is targeting to increase Chinese investment from $500 million to $3 billion. Hatem Saleh, Minister of Industry and Foreign Trade, said that the Egyptian delegation aims at signing eight co-operation agreements with the Chinese government.
The Egyptian government has been struggling to tackle its ailing economy, which government officials and business community leaders reiterated on several occasions. The need to boost foreign and domestic investments as well as promote economic ties with foreign partners, especially with China.
According to the Egyptian government’s latest figures, the volume of trade exchange between Egypt and China rose to $9 billion, broken down to $7.5 billion of Chinese exports to Egypt and $1.5 billion Egyptian exports to China.
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We were awakened Sunday night by the smell of smoke. We got up in the dark and tried to figure out where the smell was coming from. Maybe the neighbors left a fire burning in their fireplace overnight, and the slight breeze was blowing it into our house? When we got up on Monday morning, we read that thousands of acres were burning about 70 miles north of us; we had smelled the smoke from those fires.
The wind shifted yesterday and the air cleared, but today the smoke returned. It appeared to be an overcast day, but it was smoke, not clouds, blocking the sun. Over in the East Bay, Ms. M.’s spouse saw ash falling out of the sky in Oakland. I stayed indoors with the windows closed.
In the afternoon, Carol found an apartment for us to look at over in Half Moon Bay. We drove up Highway 92 into the hills west of San Mateo. The smoke reduced visibility so that from the flats where we started out, the tops of the hills looked blue and misty.
In Half Moon Bay the air smelled clean; the line of hills to the east, and an onshore breeze, kept the smoke away. But we could see the smoke above us, a wide plume about a thousand feet up. As the sun got low in the sky, the plume of smoke turned it into a lurid red glowing ball, like a huge red traffic light in the sky.
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About Ian and Nicole’s Wedding at Ellingham Hall
We first met Ian and Nicole when they brought their 2 beautiful daughters into the studio. They were an absolute dream to photograph and loved having their pictures taken. It was only a few months later when we found out that Ian had proposed to Nicole. She said yes! We were delighted with the news and were honoured that they chose us to photograph their wedding.
Situated right in the heart of the northumberland, Ian and Nicole chose Ellingham Hall for their wedding. It is the perfect venue to share this special day with each other. I had several chats with Ian before the big day about how much it meant to him and Nicole to get married and what they both loved about each other.
When I arrived at Ellingham, Nicole was so calm I couldn’t believe it! Unlike Ian who was nervous but excited at the same time. It wasn’t until the doors opened and Ian saw Nicole in her dress for the first time he just couldn’t hold his emotions back anymore. I don’t think I will know what that feeling is like until my day comes along. Also halfway through, I hit my head off the fireplace taking pictures and the whole roomed burst out laughing! It certainly broke the ice in the room. After the exchanging of rings and signing the marriage certificate, it was time for one of the best shots of the day.. the throwing of confetti!
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It was then time to take Ian and Nicole around the colour autumn gardens of Ellingham. We captured the most stunning shots of the two of them and I couldn’t be happier with how they have turned out. Inside the hall is the old chapel, which has the most amazing glass window. The hall although traditional, makes the most of its character and charm. Their were so many opportunities for photos, we couldn’t believe our luck.
I just wanted to say one more time, a huge congratulations and want to wish you both many years of happiness together.
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In the course of ensuring network security and consistent service for all users, the District employs software programs to monitor network traffic, identify unauthorized access or access to nonpublic information, detect computer viruses and other software that might damage District computers or the network, and to monitor and tune the performance of the District network. In the course of such monitoring, these programs may detect such information as Email headers, addresses from network packets, and other information. Information from these activities is used only for the purpose of maintaining the security and performance of the District's networks and computer systems. Personally identifiable information from these activities is not released to external parties without your consent unless required by law.
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District web sites routinely collect and store information from online visitors to help manage those sites and improve service. This information includes the pages visited on the site, the date and time of the visit, the internet address (URL or IP address) of the referring site, the domain name and IP address from which the access occurred, the version of browser used, the capabilities of the browser, search terms used on search engines, and other information. This site makes no attempt to identify individual visitors from this information: any personally identifiable information is not released to external parties without your consent unless required by law.
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Opinion: Witnessing my daughters' first votes was a moment to remember
Our daughters voted for the first time this week. Our oldest is 21 years old, and our youngest turned 18 just before Election Day, and so on Tuesday, after our oldest came home from work and our youngest returned from school, we set off for a local polling place in a library.
I had already voted by mail. But I got to tag along with my family because seeing our daughters step behind a screen and cast their first votes seemed to me as momentous as any graduation.
I have been voting by mail in recent elections, and almost forgotten what a good time it can be to cast your ballot in person. As our family walked, the way was marked by signs wrapped onto trees, proclaiming the names of candidates. Whatever their party, they always seem to be in red, white and blue. Signs at the library announced, "Vote Aqui," "Vote Here" and "Zài zhèli tóupiào," in Mandarin. It reminded me how in so many American neighborhoods, you can find people from all over the world who now call it home.
There were about 20 people in line in front of our family: a woman with her small son, who yawned and snacked as she waited to vote; a man standing with his daughter in his arms, reading to her from a picture book about a narwhal; and people in blue hospital scrubs; and others in white smocks, on break from a nearby bakery, who stood alongside college students, who shifted their backpacks from shoulder to shoulder.
I stayed back while my wife and daughters checked in to vote, and in that moment it struck me: Our daughters, born in China, left along roadsides, and grew up in our family of mixed nationalities, languages and faiths, were voting for who would be the next president of the United States and their city council member. And their votes would count the same as any cast by a Nobel prize winner or a billionaire.
There are so many ways to express opinions these days. But are we being heard, or just adding one more roar to a hubbub of opinions that ding us on screen, to be flicked aside?
When someone votes, they put their hands on the true lever of power in a democracy.
My wife and daughters completed their ballots at about the same time and slipped them through a slot to be counted. When people around them learned it was the first time our daughters had voted, they broke into applause and cheers. I wept to see them smile back, and thought: God bless America.
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For over a decade, Freestyle Creative has been the bridge between innovative strategy and creative design.
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Sphatik Kantha / Quartz Rosary - Big Size - Super Diamond Cutting
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From time immemorial Crystal, one of the Semi Precious Stones also known as Sphatik in India, is regarded as an excellent medium for religious practices. Not only the Hindus, but the Christians and Muslims also use Crystal mala as a Japa Mala or Prayer Beads. Its naturally cool tendency makes it an ideal product to wear to keep one cool.
Quartz is a power stone. It has been called the "Universal Crystal", or Spatik and is the most recognized type of crystal. It's what many people envision when they think of crystals, even though there are many types of crystals. Quartz can be icy clear or have inclusions, veils, bubbles, etc. Visual clarity normally isn't important to a quartz crystal's energetic quality and ability to amplify subtle energies.
Clear quartz is associated with the crown chakra, but also works effectively to balance and energize all chakras.
** Crystal Mala can be used to purify and clarify on the spiritual, mental, and physical planes. Spatik Rosary is also powerfully protective. Quartz Rosary is a stone of clarity which dispels negativity and clears away negative energy .Sphatic enhances spiritual growth, spirituality and wisdom. Because it clarifies though processes and emotions it increases inspiration and creativity. It can also help particularly with concentration, studying, and retaining what one learns. Crystal is also a stone of harmony because it balances energies, and is even helpful in romantic relationships.
.** Quartz also known as sphatika enhances energy by absorbing, storing, amplifying, balancing, focusing and transmitting. It channels universal energy. Quartz also enhances thoughts, as they are a form of energy. Because it directs and amplifies energy, it is extremely beneficial for manifesting, healing, meditation, protection, and channeling. It is also beneficial for storing and retrieving information of all types, as information is a form of energy pattern also. This makes them particularly good for programming. Due to its ability to balance, quartz is excellent for harmonizing and balancing one's environment. Quartz is also good for energizing other crystals.
** Quartz is a stone of clarity which dispels negativity and clears away negative energy. It can be used to purify and clarify on the spiritual, mental, and physical planes. It is also powerfully protective. Quartz enhances spiritual growth, spirituality and wisdom. Because it clarifies though processes and emotions it increases inspiration and creativity. It can also help particularly with concentration, studying, and retaining what one learns. Quartz is also a stone of harmony because it balances energies, and is even helpful in romantic relationships.
** Psychically, quartz is a powerful stone. It is used for protection because it counters black magic and protects from negative energy. Quartz is very useful on the third eye chakra for clarity of psychic vision, and can be used to communicate with spirits and other worlds. Quartz is a stone that can access ancient wisdom and bring it into the present. It is a very good stone for astral travel, manifestation, scrying, channeling, dream recall and dream work.
** Spahtika is a Master Healer stone. It is an excellent all purpose healer. It amplifies healing energy and is used to perform diagnostic healing. It has been used historically to detect food poison. It is said to draw out pain. Quartz fortifies and strengthens all systems of the body. Quartz is reputed to be particularly effective for chronic fatigue, arthritis, bone injuries, depression, fibromyalgia, intestinal troubles.
It also improves mental and physical energy, stamina, and physical strength .
Japa or Counting on Spahtik mala :
** Crystal mala can be used for Japas of Maha Lakshmi , Shukra ,Gayatri , Saraswati , Rama , Sai Baba , Kali & Gayatri also .
** Sphatik (Crystal) Mala is used as a japa mala as crystals balance all the energy chakras while chanting mantras during meditation. Sphatik beads are aslo know to protect and heal negative influences. Sphatik mala is the best mala for counting beads while chanting goddess mantras. when worn it makes the mind soothe and quiet.
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CCTV appeal update: Dewsbury police thank people for sharing appeal after a car was stolen
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An appeal was previously made with a CCTV image of a man that officers were looking to identify to speak to in connection with a car being stolen in a burglary in Hanging Heaton.
Police are satisfied that this man has now been identified. Enquiries are ongoing.
Police have thanked everyone who shared the appeal or provided information.
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A prototype of the iconic 2005 Ford GT will be going up for auction, but it may not be much faster than your Vespa.
Although the 2004 Ford GT CP-1 (confirmation prototype one) has a supercharged V8 engine at 550 horsepower, it is limited to only five mph.
This GT was the first fully functional prototype made by the team back in 2003. Unlike the red, white, and blue centennial prototypes, which were for display only, this one was fitted with a drivetrain and interior. The CP-1 has another key difference, it has a carbon-fiber rear clamshell. When Ford was developing the GT, it was planning on including a full carbon-fiber rear clamshell, but scrapped the idea for a more traditional aluminum tub. Turns out $45,000 for a carbon-fiber real clamshell was far too much for Ford executives, and opting for aluminum was a more practical option.
The CP-1 will clearly be a part of automotive history. The car is autographed by all members of the original GT design team, including Carroll Shelby, Bill Ford, GT Chief Designer Camillo Pardo, and GT Chief Design Engineer Fred Goodnow. Also, there are a few things exclusive to the CP-1 that were not found in the production run of the GT. This includes airbags from a Mustang and the steering column from a Windstar minivan.
Unfortunately for the person who buys this car, it will be limited to five mph. Ford installed a chip inside the car limiting its speed because the car is not street legal. While unfortunate, it should still command a decent price, for it really is one-of-a-kind.
The Ford GT CP-1 went up for June 25, at Barret-Jackson’s Northeast Auction.
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Delivering an ISO 50001-compliant energy management system.
The location is ISO 50001 certified but only a few people are engaged in the energy management journey. Reliability and waste reduction are their main focus.
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Risk Management in the Outdoors is essential reading for students and practitioners involved in outdoor education, sport, recreation and tourism. Written by an expert author team, it explores the value of the outdoors in a society that is increasingly risk- adverse, but at the same time pushes the commodification of high risk and extreme activities. Drawing upon the risk management process from the Australian and New Zealand Risk Management Standard 4360, this text adopts a whole-of-organisation approach to risk management. It covers: • organisational sustainability • legal issues • program design • activities • severe weather scenarios • incident analysis . Risk Management in the Outdoors provides direction on how best to manage the ‘down-side’ of risk taking while maximising the potential benefits. Each chapter contains focus questions, case studies, action points for practitioners, plus further questions and activities.
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the ONE star, was not for the product, It is fine
I was unpleasantly surprised that the two boxes came with ONE key only. It should be noted with large or bold letters in the description of the product.
It is not for the $5.00 that I had to pay for the key, it is a matter of principle.
For this my rating would be "0"
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I have recently made quite a number of purchases of games at GOG.com and downloaded the games + all additional content including soundtracks and wallpapers etc. I am bothered by the file naming scheme that GOG uses and would like a way to automatically traverse all subdirectories of a specified directory to rename the files.
Unwanted filename examples (with a few good ones in there):
Wanted filename examples:
Basically, I want to replace underscores (_) with spaces ( ) and capitalize the first letter of each word.
But! Some words are acronyms e.g. HoMM or BG and I don't want those to be replaced with e.g. Homm or Bg. However, since GOG usually uses lowercase letters for their filenames anyway, I'm okay with it leaving a lowercase acronym all lowercase (but still capitalizing the first letter).
Or in other words, Make the first letter capitalized and don't worry about the case of any other letters in a word.
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Get your blog visitors to become clients or else all the website traffic in the world is pointless.
That’s from a business perspective, anyway.
Too many bloggers get caught up in the time consuming job of developing great content.
But they forget that the overall purpose of their blog is to create a business, not just content.
In fact, the whole point to delivering great content is to get your blog visitors to become clients.
But if you really want to get your visitors to become clients, then you have to stay on target.
That means that from the beginning to the end, your blog must be an effective sales funnel.
And each of your blog posts needs to mirror that strategy.
Move Your Blog Visitors into your sales funnel
When people first visit your blog they should be directed into your funnel.
Usually they’re looking for some particular content.
They want to learn something or solve a problem.
This is all good.
But that’s just the opening to your funnel.
While your readers are focused on getting the content that they’re looking for, you need to be taking advantage of their presence on your site.
One of the best ways to do this is to offer them some way to become a client or buyer.
You can do this in a variety of ways.
I won’t talk about this in detail right now, though.
I just want you to understand the golden opportunity you have when people visit your blog.
Not Just People… but the “Right People”
You need to attract the right people to make this work.
So the first thing you want to do is make sure the right people visit your blog.
You can get this rolling in the right direction by making sure the content that you share is highly relevant to the service or products that you’re selling.
If people are coming to your blog to solve one problem, but you’re trying to sell them solutions to other problems… then you’re not going to have much success converting them into clients or buyers.
So here’s the fix.
You need to have content that is exactly what they need.
Content that will help them solve a key problem in their life or in their business.
Once they visit your site to consume specific content that they’re really interested in, you can use your blog to convert them from passive readers into active prospects for your business.
One of the best ways to get the right people to your blog is to know the people that you’re after.
You have a unique audience.
That’s because you’re just a little different than everyone else out there.
So, what is the unique audience you are targeting?
Know exactly what your unique audience wants.
Then make sure your content is designed to give them exactly that.
If you don’t know your audience, well then, you have to do things to find out more about them.
Look and see who your competitors are.
What kind of people make up their audience?
And why do those people follow their blogs?
What kinds of key problems are your competitors offering?
You can also learn about your prospective clients by going to social groups and forums to find out what kinds of problems they are talking about.
Do what you have to do.
But make sure you find out what problems your audience needs solved, and what content they’re looking for.
Content that gets your blog visitors to become clients
Of course, you need to write great content.
Once your readers are on your blog, they will judge you based on your content.
But even before that, you want to make sure they get there.
So make sure your topics are spot-on.
But also make sure that your headlines are designed to lure your audience.
They not only have to be catchy, but they have to promise a solution to people’s problems.
When people sense a solution to their problems, they will click over to your articles.
From that point on, you have them in your sales funnel.
That’s where your blogging business begins.
How to get your blog visitors to become clients – Part 1
Now I’d like to hear your comments.
How do you get your blog visitors to become clients or buyers?
Please take a moment to share this article on your social sites, too.
Thanks so much 🙂
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Nordic reseller of technical software from leading suppliers like OriginLab. For over 30 years we sell and distribute their software Origin which is used by over 100,000 scientists and engineers worldwide. The number of users in the nordic region is over 10,000. In close cooperation with OriginLab we give you a complete and unique support for Origin in the nordic region.
Origin 2025 has been released and is available to download for maintenance customers
We sell software, like Origin and OriginPro. We also offer qualified education on all levels.
Origin is a professional tool to create graphs and analyze data. Origin combines ease of use with graphs of publishing quality. Since 1991 over 100 000 Origin licenses has been sold across the world. The customers include high-tech companies, research institutes and more than 800 universities.
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Overview of Jaclyn Feltham
Dr. Jaclyn Feltham is a family nurse practitioner in New York, NY and is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is one of 275 doctors at New York-Presbyterian Hospital who specialize in Family Nurse Practitioner.
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What better way to say I love you than with this charming flower card?
This is one of my favorite cards in the shop right now and nothing would make me happier than you sending one to someone special in your life. No words required.
Draw Me A Lion, Flower Lovers Card (yellow). This single card comes with one recycled kraft envelope and is blank inside. Packaged in a clear sleeve and shipped in a protective mailer.
All cards are 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
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Strategically placed to dominate the left bank of the Nera River on an ancient road that runs along the slope of the water, Arrone, a splendid village in Umbria, has very ancient origins.
The tradition and some documents found by the historian Ludovico Iacobilli in the archives of the Abbey of Subiaco, Farfa and Ferentillo, reports the foundation by the powerful Family of the Arroni, who built in the 9th Century the characteristic fortress. Guarded by circular ramparts, it is still today the symbol of "La Terra" as the oldest settlement of the village is defined.
The castle is embraced by imposing walls and is crossed by a main street that leads to the main square, where the gothic church of St. John the Baptist is beautifully decorated with a series of splendid frescoes from the 15th Century. Leaving from "La Terra" you enter the other modern part of the village, the Santa Maria quarter with renaissance noble buildings that takes its name from the 16th Century Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta.
HISTORY OF ARRONE
FROM UMBRIANS TO ROMANS - The most ancient attendance is confirmed by findings of votive bronzes on the Mount of Arrone, which attests the existence of an Umbrian Sanctuary on its summit, also reaffirmed by a large rectangular cut in the calcareous rock ocre meters, filled by debris and not yet investigated.
The position of the mountain sanctuaries, never casual as described in the eugubine tables, can be traced back to their value of (visible) points of religious and political aggregation of the populations that lived in the valley. As we can deduce from the sources that tell about the construction by the Consul Curio Dentato of the Via Curia and in 271 B.C. of that wonderful "cut" that today we call Marmore Waterfalls, the territory passed around the beginning of the 3th Century. B.C. under the influence of the Romans and so it happened that these sanctuaries, where the local divinities were often assimilated to those of the Latin cult, still remain important: some anatomical terracotta ex-votos are preserved today in the municipality, such a female marble head found at the end of '800 in loc. Sacrata Valley at the foot of the mountain, along with other artifacts such as a seal, a travertine stone and an epigraph found at the Church of St. Lorenzo in Tripozzo.
FROM THE MIDDLE AGES TO THE MODERN ERA - The domination of the family on the middle Valnerina lasted until the 13th Century, when the Arroni had to submit to the Duchy of Spoleto losing autonomy and prestige. It was only in 1347 that Arrone became a free municipality, even if in 1527 the entire territory will suffer the looting of the military returning from the Sack of Rome. In 1860 it became part of the Kingdom of Italy with prestigious first mayor, the captain of Garibaldi, Gaetano Turchetti.
SPORT AND NATURE
The green areas of Umbria are exalted in Arrone, surrounded by the Nera River Park which means nature, sport and places of uncontaminated beauty.
Canoeing, rafting, canyoning and all kinds of river water sports merge with trekking, which goes beyond the Valserra Park and the other territories of Terni, as well as mountain biking for a territory that can be effectively described as the home of outdoor sports.
And it is on the wave of the suggestion of living an experience in this paradise that the Bike Days are born, with: Nera Greenway Adventure Trail (MTB + eBike), Umbria of Grand Tour (road bike), Valnerina MTB Tour By Night (MTB e eBike), Valnerina MTB Tour By Night (MTB e eBike), Valnerina Bike Tour Easy (MTB e eBike) four magnificent sporting events from 7 to 9 September, aimed at the rediscovery of Valnerina starting from the city that was of the Arroni.
We are waiting for you!
For more info: www.activeumbria.it
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If you’re planning to have a cookout today, don’t think that your grill is just for burgers and hot dogs… you’re forgetting about your cocktails. Don’t make a drink and throw it on the grill – that’s dumb and it will probably explode. We’re talking about garnishes and drink ingredients.
If you’re a little nervous about having that “just grilled” flavor in your drink, you can start slow with a grilled garnish. You’ll look badass and very professional, even if you don’t know what you’re doing. Pineapples are great on the grill, as are orange slices, peaches, bananas and tomatoes. Don’t think that garnishes have to be fruit, though – you could even garnish a drink with a cocktail weenie or a piece of steak, if the mood strikes you. Get creative and grill whatever the heck you want to.
If you’re ready to try a drink that uses grilled ingredients, you could try a cocktail called the “Smoky Greyhound.” Grab two large grapefruits, cut them in half, and put the four halves (fruit side down) on the grill. Grill the grapefruit for about 6-8 minutes until they get char marks on them (make sure your grill is hot enough for this). After that, combine 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of ground ginger and then juice the grapefruit into a separate container. Add ice to two cocktail glasses and then split 4 oz. vodka, the honey/ginger mix and the grapefruit juice between two glasses. Stir and add a little water if the grapefruit is too tart.
There is another amazing recipe from Bon Appetit called the “Smoking Peach” and it involves grilled peach-infused bourbon (we are salivating already). Visit Bon Appetit for the peach bourbon recipe, but once you’re all set with that, here’s what needs to happen: Combine 6 oz. dry Sherry, 4 oz. lemon juice, 2 oz. grilled peach-infused bourbon and 2 oz. honey in a large pitcher filled with ice. Stir for about one minute and then divide it among four Old Fashioned glasses filled with ice. Garnish each drink with a grilled peach slice.
Regardless of what you choose to throw on the grill for your cocktails, we hope you have an awesome 4th of July filled with delicious patriotic beverages.
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Working Group on Core Investment Companies
- 04 Jul 2019
- 4 min read
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted a working group to review the regulatory guidelines and supervisory framework applicable for Core Investment Companies (CIC).
- In August 2010, the Reserve Bank had introduced a separate framework for the regulation of systemically important Core Investment Companies (CICs).
- This was done because of the differences in the business model of a holding company relative to other non-banking financial companies.
- Over the years, corporate group structures have become more complex involving multiple layering and leveraging, which has led to greater inter-connectedness with the financial system through their access to public funds.
- Further, in light of recent developments, there is a need to strengthen the corporate governance framework of CICs.
Terms of Reference
- The Terms of Reference of the Working Group are:
- To examine the current regulatory framework for CICs in terms of adequacy, efficacy and effectiveness of every component thereof and suggest changes therein.
- To assess the appropriateness of and suggest changes to the current approach of the Reserve Bank of India towards registration of CICs including the practice of multiple CICs being allowed within a group.
- To suggest measures to strengthen corporate governance and disclosure requirements for CICs.
- To assess the adequacy of supervisory returns submitted by CICs and suggest changes therein.
- To suggest appropriate measures to enhance RBI’s off-site surveillance and on-site supervision over CICs.
- The working group, headed by Tapan Ray, shall submit its report by October 31, 2019.
Core Investment Company
- Core Investment Companies (CICs) are a specialized Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).
- They have asset size of Rs 100 crore and above.
- Their main business is acquisition of shares and securities with certain conditions.
- It holds not less than 90% of its net assets in the form of investment in equity shares, preference shares, bonds, debentures, debt or loans in group companies.
- Its investments in the equity shares (including instruments compulsorily convertible into equity shares within a period not exceeding 10 years from the date of issue) in group companies constitutes not less than 60% of its net assets as mentioned in clause (iii) above.
- It does not trade in its investments in shares, bonds, debentures, debt or loans in group companies except through block sale for the purpose of dilution or disinvestment.
- It does not carry on any other financial activity referred to in RBI Act, 1934 except investment in bank deposits, money market instruments, government securities, loans to and investments in debt issuances of group companies or guarantees issued on behalf of group companies.
- It accepts public funds.
Group companies are an arrangement involving two or more entities related to each other through any of the following relationships, viz.,Subsidiary, Joint venture, Associate, Promoter-promotee for listed companies, a related party, Common brand name, and investment in equity shares of 20% and above.
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LAMBORGHINI has revealed the car that serious petrolheads would like to be given for Christmas. The new Aventador S may appear to be only a minor upgrade compared with the outgoing version of the Italian supercar but with an uprated version of the naturally-aspirated V12 engine, now pumping out 730bhp, it’s one of the most sought after things on four wheels this December.
Improved for 2017, the S replaces the standard Aventador and brings with it a host of changes to its styling, engine and suspension that have probably been taken from Lamborghini’s special cupboard marked Madder and Badder.
The designers have introduced some styling changes, including a facelift, redesigned tailpipes for the flame-spitting exhaust and a host of aerodynamic modifications which are claimed to help the car develop 130% more downforce than the last model.
At this point, it would be tempting to assume that the four-wheel drive Aventador S would cling to the road like a barnacle to a ship’s hull.
But the engineers have also had some fun with the car, specifically its V12 engine. The 6.5-litre, naturally aspirated unit has been tuned to produce 730bhp (40bhp more than before) at 8,500rpm.
Because the four-wheel drive system can direct 90% of the engine’s power to the back wheels, even with tyres that are broader than the Incredible Hulk’s shoulders, the Aventador S will probably be capable of turning its tyres to little more than clouds of smoke in one or two laps of a race track.
The Aventador S is said to accelerate from 0-62mph in 2.9 seconds, and the top speed is 217mph. It retains its seven-speed automatic gearbox.
Like Porsche and Ferrari, Lamborghini’s chassis engineers have adopted four-wheel steering for the new model. This turns the rear wheels ever so slightly, according to the speed and steering inputs of the car.
Other changes include revised settings for the adaptive suspension and electronic stability control. The selectable driving modes – Strada, Sport and Corsa – have been joined by a new setting, called Ego. This is not an unsubtle reference to the owner of the car; instead it allows the driver to tailor the car’s various driving systems to their taste.
The final part of the updates for the S is a digital display for the driving instruments, similar to that of the Huracán.
The price for the ultimate stocking filler this Christmas? A cool £271,146.
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There comes a point in everyone’s life where they wake up one day and suddenly realize they look older than they used to. Most people age gradually and don’t even realize what’s happening until it is glaringly obvious. When you look yourself everyday it can be easy to miss the subtle changes that your body goes through as you age. Fortunately, there are a number of effective and innovative techniques to combat the signs of age and look younger and healthier for longer. Every process a little different, but fundamentally you can go from wrinkles to age defiance in three easy steps.
Step 1: Choose the Right Product
The first step is choosing the right product. Many people suggest the first thing to do is consult a professional. While their heart is in the right place, the best place to start is with you. Self-education is a vital part of selecting both the right product and the right doctor. Additionally, most doctors won’t recommend products they cannot provide – even if a better product is available.
While you don’t need to set your heart on a single solution, it’s a good idea to have an idea of what you want before consulting a physician. This will allow you to dictate the conversation towards the products and services you are most interested in and steer clear of the ones you know that you want to avoid. For example, if you want a product which approaches the anti-aging process in a more gradual manner then you may be interested in Sculptra Aesthetic. However, if the doctor is not trained in how to administer it they would never bring it up as an option.
Step 2: Find the Right Doctor
Even if you’ve already talked to a physician while you are deciding what product or procedure would be right for you, that doesn’t mean you are tied to them. Just because they recommended a product, doesn’t mean they know how to deliver it. Always make sure they have successfully administered it in the past. If you look around the Internet, there are a lot of horror stories surrounding every anti-aging product on the market. Even the best products are little more than tools to fight aging. If the physician wielding those tools doesn’t administer them effectively, the results will be disappointing.
Step 3: Recover and Follow Up
The final step is getting through the recovery process and completing any follow-ups which were assigned. This may sound obvious, however many people think that they know best – even if a physician warns them about what could happen. If you are told to stay at home and take it easy for the rest of the day, don’t go out that evening. If you are supposed to stay out of the sun for a few days, then don’t go to the beach (even if you plan on wearing a floppy hat and sunscreen). You trusted your physician enough to do the procedure, why wouldn’t you trust their advice when it comes to recovery.
There are excellent anti-aging products out there and excellent physicians who know how to make you look your best. All you need to do is follow these three simple steps and you will be looking younger in no time.
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If you’ve ever visited a casino, you’ve probably encountered the game of baccarat. The game involves two players and one banker. There are three possible outcomes: the banker wins, the player loses, or a tie occurs. But what exactly is baccarat? And why is it so popular in casinos? Let’s explore its rules and the most common strategies. If you don’t have a clue about the game, read on to learn how to play it for fun!
When choosing a Baccarat piece, be sure to consider the cost of shipping. Baccarat has strategic locations around the world to facilitate the delivery of their products. Ground delivery for a $500 piece costs $20. However, if you need the piece sooner, you’ll have to pay a higher amount of money. Lastly, keep in mind that you can add your Baccarat item to your existing homeowner’s insurance policy. This way, you’ll be protected from any damage or theft that may occur to your Baccarat piece. While it will increase your monthly premium, if you decide not to do so, you may find yourself out of luck.
The game of baccarat is played with two cards. If your hand has eight or nine cards, you’ve won! Otherwise, it’s a tie. After that, the game is decided by drawing additional cards. However, if you’re new to the game, the best way to learn more about it is to start playing. If you’re new to baccarat, you should understand certain actions and plays early on. Once you have this knowledge, you can develop a strategy for baccarat.
The rules of baccarat are not too complicated. Basically, the game is a variation of roulette. In the traditional version of the game, players have two cards and reveal the third card after the dealer has uncovered them. The banker and the Play both take into consideration the third card, which is dealt face up. Previously, players had two cards concealed from each other. After the player had made all draw decisions, the original hands were revealed.
While baccarat is an ancient casino game, it is now an international hit. Its popularity has grown globally in recent years. For example, it has been used by high rollers from Asia. Many Asian casinos are now offering it. So, if you want to experience the excitement of the game, try a game of baccarat! Once you get used to playing baccarat, you’ll be hooked. This casino game has a rich history and can become a popular option for the high rollers in Asia.
The game originated in Europe but has received a new life in Asia. While the game is still considered an elite game in some countries, it has become popular with high rollers in the United States. Baccarat is one of the few casino games where a high-betting player can hurt the casino. If you’re lucky enough, your local casino will start adding more tables of the game. The minimum bet in baccarat is usually lower than in other games, but the dealer is often dressed in a tuxed outfit.
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The U13s and U12s water polo players got off to a fantastic start in their pre-season friendly last week. With Nationals fast approaching, both the 1st and 2nd team travelled to Whitgift to prepare for the upcoming tournament.
The afternoon didn’t get off to the best of starts with several players pulling out last minute and leaving the teams without substitutes. Despite this, both teams showed tremendous grit and applied many of the skills and drills from training to the match. The 1st team put in a brilliant performance and won 13-3. The team spirit was evident and the boys worked very well as a cohesive unit, supporting and covering each other throughout the game. The 2nd team rose equally well to the challenge and won 9-3.
It was brilliant to watch the players give their all and both results have left the club very much excited for the next challenge.
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Standon Hall Wedding Fayre 28th January 2024
14 January 2024 ,10:30 PM
We were delighted to be approached and invited to exhibit our wedding rings at this magnificent Standon Hall luxury wedding venue. A Grade two listed building based in the heart of Staffordshire and surrounded by glorious countryside.
Please find our Duo Jewellery stand and try on our wedding rings. Our team will be on hand to advise you on which wedding ring options to choose from. If you are ready to find your perfect wedding rings please do not hesitate to book a free home consultation at a time convenient for you.
This wedding fayre is not to be missed and you shall get to meet Staffordshire’s finest wedding suppliers all demonstrating their services for your special wedding day.
1 Maer Lane
Hosted by Standon Hall
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Group exhibition LikeNewLandscape at Pablo’s Birthday includes work by Dutch artist Rafaël Rozendaal.
LikeNewLandscape is the debut exhibition of FRONT COMPANY Presents, a travelling platform for contemporary art produced by the New York City based curatorial agency FRONT COMPANY. For its first exhibition, FRONT COMPANY organized an exhibition focused exclusively on artists working in digital mediums. LikeNewLandscape will be on view at Pablo’s Birthday from September 13 to October 26, 2014, and includes the work ‘Neo Geo City’ by Dutch artist Rafaël Rozendaal.
LikeNewLandscape is an exhibition featuring nine leading artists of a generation working in an age defined by a new Technological Revolution, for whom computing and the internet have radically expanded their ability to use new tools and mediums. For the first time, these artists are using digital mediums to further extend the idea of landscape into a new realm of experimentation- pushing the boundaries of art and creating new virtual realities.
Landscape- from the Dutch landschap- has a meaning that includes a panoramic view of the scenery; in that spirit, LikeNewLandscape presents a diverse group of artists whose approaches range from the internet-based abstractions of Rafaël Rozendaal, to digital interventions in the landscape by Brenna Murphy, to the video game inspired virtual worlds of Tabor Robak.
Landscape- and by extension, the depiction of the world around us- has survived millennia as an artistic subject and device because the role it serves has been continually reinterpreted and reinvented by artists. Since the Greek and Roman Empires the artist’s use of landscape has undergone periodic transformations- particularly at critical junctures of human cultural and technological development. The Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, the advent of photography; each has precipitated a shift in how artists depict and interpret the world around them.
FRONT COMPANY is a curatorial agency founded by Mark Brown and Pip Deely combining technology and nontraditional business models to probe the boundaries between art, technology, and commerce. Focusing on commercial clients, partnering with artists and technologists, and engaging in curatorial collaborations, FRONT COMPANY aims to integrate art into our daily lives.
LikeNewLandscape is located at Pablo’s Birthday, 57 Orchard Street in New York, a three-level gallery space housed in a former tenement building in the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
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Some designs impose conditions that exceed the capabilities of the selected alloy. These conditions include:
- Excessive wear on tapped threads caused by frequent removal and reinstallation of fasteners
- Concentrated loads requiring external or internal threads with very high strength
- Abrasion or wear, typically at bearing points
- Continuous long-term loading or cyclic loads that make it necessary to limit casting stresses to relatively low levels
Threaded inserts made from a material with properties superior to those of the die casting are used under these conditions.
Types of inserts
Inserts may be cast-in-place or post-installed. This is determined first by function, then by economics.
Inserts may be knurled, grooved, splined or eccentrically shaped to develop the necessary anchorage for the anticipated loading. They should be configured to avoid sharp corners, projections surrounded by thin sections of die cast alloy, or other factors that lead to stress concentrations in the casting.
Insert materials: galvanic considerations
Steel, brass, and bronze inserts are commonly used with all die casting alloys. Zinc alloy inserts are sometimes used with magnesium castings. Although ferrous and copper alloys are not galvanically compatible with die cast alloys, most of the contact surface is within the casting, in which water is effectively sealed out. If galvanic corrosion is a potential problem at the external interface, the dissimilar metals may be surface treated, plated, or insulated.
Controlling stresses induced by inserts
Die cast inserts, whether cast in place or post-installed, induce residual stresses in the casting. Residual stresses must be analyzed to determine whether there will be problems in long-term retention.
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Surrounded by fabric and farmland, Linda Augsburg loves playing with patterns and prints, and she dreams of a day when she can finish a sewing project at the same moment that the bobbin empties.
Most of Linda's adult life has been spent behind the editorial desk at various quilting and craft publications. While she learned to sew as a 4-H'er, she traded garment sewing for quilting when she landed a job in the editorial department of a needlework magazine after college.
Linda's favorite part of the creative process might be choosing the fabrics for her latest quilt project, but designing quilts and other projects runs a close second. She's slowly making friends with her longarm quilting machine (yet unnamed) and has a small collection of the Fisher Price Little People sewing machines. She has a passion for all types of creative endeavors: quilting, embroidery, jewelry making, papercrafts, home decorating and whatever else catches her eye.
Video is her favorite medium with which to share new skills, and she's working on building a website of her own. If you want to get a sneak preview, visit www.cutsewquiltrepeat.com or find her on Instagram (@cutsewquiltrepeat) or Facebook (Cut, Sew, Quilt, Repeat.).
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Aubrey McClendon, who is a 1981 Duke graduate and whose son attends the school, placed the ads, which praised Duke's players for "standing tall
during extraordinarily difficult circumstances over the past 15 months,"
Thomas S. Price, a vice president for Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake,
The team played only eight games last season before the university canceled the remaining schedule after a woman alleged she was raped at a March 2006 team party. Three players were indicted but eventually cleared of all charges.
McClendon said he got the idea from a fellow alumnus who purchased a
full-page ad in USA Today immediately following the Blue Devils' national
championship loss to Johns Hopkins last week.
McClendon crafted his own version and paid $400,000 for full-page ads to run in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post, Raleigh News & Observer and Durham Herald-Sun.
McClendon said he wanted to fund the ads anonymously, but newspapers
prohibit anonymous advertising.
McClendon's son, Jack, has roomed with a member of the lacrosse team for the past two years.
"I knew these young men, and from the minute it happened I knew that they didn't do it," McClendon told The Oklahoman.
"I knew that they were not guilty. I knew they were innocent of what they had been accused of.
"I knew that the truth would come out in time, and when it did I wanted to celebrate for these young men publicly their achievements on the field and off the field this year."
By: The chairman of Chesapeake Energy Corporation has sponsored full-page advertisements in East Coast newspapers praising the Duke lacrosse team, his company confirmed.
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via newspapers in seven major metro markets sp.
A NEW SUNDAY magazine targeted to young adults, aged 15 to 28 years old, will be distributed through Sunday newspapers and is scheduled for an April 2, 1995, launch.
Tilt magazine, offered by Tilt Publishing, intends to capture the "MTV-oriented audience," said publisher Ken Scrudato, 27.
Despite the glut of recently formed magazines that all purport to be the definitive mouthpiece for "Generation X," Scrudato said most of them don't offer readers the "authentic" voice of the target age group.
"We're very conscious of not making Tilt a schlocky, Hollywood-type magazine like some of the others coming on the market," the publisher said. "As a part of this generation, I can say it's not what readers want."
Scrudato has magazine experience as a writer and ad director for Splatter Effect, and as a co-publisher for Yeah Whatever. He also has worked for Forbes Newspapers as an account executive.
Tilt will strive to be "entertaining and serious at the same time," Scrudato said. "We're going to give the readers something that relates to their everyday lives ? it's more culturally and socially about the readers' lives than it is about celebrity lives."
Editorial for Tilt will consist of music, entertainment, films and video, fashion and personal issues, written by freelance writers, who have contributed to such publications as Rolling Stone, Spin, High Times and Maximum Rock & Roll.
"The writers are people who have been a part of the whole surge of a more alternative counterculture uprising, and they know what's going on," Scrudato said. "They're driven by their own instincts rather than by the desires of publicists trying to get press for their clients."
The sales staff for Tilt consists of three people in New York and independent reps in San Francisco and, eventually, Chicago.
A prototype is being shown to advertisers, and it includes full editorial and color boards. The sales staff has pitched ad agencies for Levi-Strauss, Suzuki and Columbia House, as well as for record and film companies.
Tilt guarantees a minimum two million rate base for the premi?re issue. Initially planned as a monthly, the magazine will run the first Sunday of each month in carrier newspapers.
Newspapers in Boston, Hartford, Providence, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami are scheduled to carry the magazine, said Scrudato, but he wouldn't name them, citing competitive concerns.
In addition to being distributed among newspapers, Tilt will be made available to "select" college and high school campuses in a given market, Scrudato said, as well as to Internet.
Advertisers can buy nationally or in regional markets, and carrier newspapers will have the opportunity to sell regional space in their own markets as well.
"The important thing is that the newspapers have a guaranteed circulation," Scrudato said. "They also have established the ability to promote things in their respective markets.
"We're not asking the readers for money. It's free, and it's as easy to pull out as the comics page."
Plans call for newspapers to sponsor promotional events in record stores and on campuses, and trade promotional space with radio stations in each market. Each newspaper is to promote Tilt in the entertainment and comics sections, and a blurb will run on the front page of the newspaper on each publication date.
Each issue will include free concert and movie ticket promotions, as well as CDs, T-shirts and posters.
Tilt Publishing was formed by Scrudato, Melissa Park, who will act as ad director, and John D'uaria, head of operations and production. Park and D'uaria own Metromarketing Resources Inc., a free-standing insert company.
By: Dorothy Giobbe Tilt is scheduled in April to debut its distribution
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Doing Good Better is a superb achievement. Will MacAskill, a leader of the effective altruism movement, and a rising star in philosophy, now displays his talent for telling stories that pack a punch. This must-read book will lead people to change their careers, their lives, and the world, for the better.
— Peter Singer
William MacAskill shows that we can make a surprisingly large life-changing difference to those in disadvantaged parts of the world — provided that our altruistic impulses are intelligently channelled. This fascinating and clearly-written book deserves wide readership: it can in itself do great good if its message is heeded.
— Sir Martin Rees
"[MacAskill] provides a straightforward guide to help anyone make the largest possible difference in the lives of others...a manual for how to harness your generosity as effectively as possible — on a scale both small and large."
— Sue Desmond-Hellman, MD, MPH
Effective altruism — efforts that actually help people rather than making you feel good or helping you show off — is one of the great new ideas of the 21st century. Doing Good Better is the definitive guide to this exciting new movement.
— Steven Pinker
"I found MacAskill’s ideas on Effective Altruism fascinating and worthy of argument."
— Rajesh Mirchandani
Will has a rare combination of gifts — the intelligence to develop new ideas, the clarity to convey them to a wider audience, and the motivation to bring them to life in the real world. Will has motivated a small army of the most talented young people to dedicate their lives to doing good, and it's been my pleasure to get to know them. Humanity faces some big challenges in the 21st century, and I'm glad the effective altruism movement exists to tackle them."
— Eric Drexler
"Many of the concepts laid out in Doing Good Better--such as counterfactuals, diminishing marginal utility, and fat tail distributions--will be familiar to economists. What is unusual is to see these tools used to develop a practical guide on how to live an ethical life. MacAskill doesn’t tell you what choices to make; instead he sets out a simple framework for how to think through decisions."
— Dr. Rachel Glennerster
"Beautifully written and extremely smart. Doing Good Better should be required reading for anyone interested in making the world better."
— Steven Levitt
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Coal consumption by the U.S. electric power sector in 2012 is expected to fall below 900 million short tons for the first time since 1996 as the electric industry increased its use of natural gas for power generation, EIA projected in its March Short-Term Energy Outlook.
Coal demand by the power sector is projected to decline by nearly 5% this year to about 884 million short tons, the lowest level since 1995. The decline in coal consumption reflects, in part, the continued switch by the electric industry to natural gas. Power sector demand for natural gas is expected to grow by almost 9% this year to a record high of 22.7 billion cubic feet per day. Coal use by the power sector is projected to rise slightly in 2013 but remain below the 2011 level.
As a result, the share of U.S. power generation fueled by natural gas is projected to rise from 24.8% in 2011 to 27.1% this year. Conversely, the share of electricity generation from coal is projected to drop from 42.2% to 40.4%.
These projections include the prices of natural gas and coal, as well as assumptions about temperatures, that are key drivers in the need for electric generation. If prices or temperatures differ significantly from those included in the projections, then the amount of electricity generated by coal and natural gas would likely be different from the projections shown in the STEO forecasts.
The power sector consumes about 92% of U.S. coal production. Other large users of coal are coking plants involved in the steelmaking process and industrial users such as cement and paper manufacturers.
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Well, our fireman is the gentleman lying down on the cover. Three little moles on his neck that his lover enjoys kissing.
Scott Fields is a community and family-oriented firefighter who is looking for a long-term boyfriend. When he meets the right guy, he's willing to give away his heart and open his life to them. But, is he going to have success with the man he chooses?
Neil Farris is a love 'em and leave 'em kind of guy. He's always looking for his next one-night stand and isn't looking for permanent. He doesn't have friends or much of a social life. He works and he sleeps around. But this sexy and sweet fireman might be patience and enticing enough to change his mind. Can he take the risk with his heart, or will he push away the first man to chase after him?
This is a very relationship oriented story from Neil's pov and focusing on these two men as they develop into more than just a fling.
If this sounds like your cup of tea, why not check out the above links? I'm excited to show everyone this story and the countdown is now on!
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Client Services HR Community Blog & Events Contact Us Published: 25 Nov, 2020 / By: Vincent Romano HR Insights: Making Headlines W1siziisijiwmjavmtevmtkvmtyvntavmtgvoteyl01ha2luzybozwfkbgluzxmgdgl0bgugc2xpzguuanbnil0swyjwiiwidgh1bwiilci2mdb4mzeziyjdxq We are very excited to announce the launch of HR Insights: Making Headlines with our pilot episode! In this series Vincent Romano, Managing Director of Elliott Scott HR South Asia and a panel of guests will be discussing and debating the latest regional HR news in APAC. In this episode Vincent's guests are: Justin Liu, Director, Rewards at Noble Group Holdings Ltd Anitha Ramakrishnan, CHRO - Insights NASEAP at Kantar Chris Reed, CEO and Founder of Black Marketing The following headlines are discussed: 'Shaping the Future of HR' from HRM Magazine, 'Driving an Accelerated Growth Mindset' & 'Total Rewards in the New Normal – How Companies in Asia are Supporting and Motivating Staff' from Human Resources Magazine, and 'Employee Performance vs. Company Values: A Manager’s Dilemma' from Harvard Business Review. Watch here and be sure to share with your network:
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Innovation: Powering Future Industries.
Over the course of Science Week, we’ve witnessed a myriad of impressive engagements both within and beyond the educational spaces. Pupils were presented with the task of showcasing their adeptness in maneuvering a Sphero robot along our Grand Prix racetrack, formulating their personal non-Newtonian substances, fabricating colossal bubbles, probing their proficiencies in the Hydrogen Escape Room.
Students also competed throughout the week in the annual Education Perfect Science Championships! Passionate minds clashed in a battle of knowledge, each participant showcasing their scientific prowess. It was a true testament to the fact that learning is a journey of exploration and growth, and the competitive spirit only fuels our desire to know more.
As the week drew to a close, our Science Department pulled out all the stops to present the Big Science Week Show. The stage was set for an exhilarating display of experiments that left us all spellbound. From mesmerising chemical reactions to mind-bending physics demonstrations, the showcase was a vivid reminder that science is not just a subject; it’s a captivating journey that unravels the mysteries of the universe.
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THUNDERBOLT'S ESCAPE TOUR FREEDOM PACK
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This FREEDOM PACKAGE includes: -Epic adventure bike GPS routes supplied -Support vehicle -luggage transport each day -First aid support -Expert advice -All National Parks fees and permits -Plus so much more! Ready to book? Have these details handy: • type of motorcycle you'll be using • motorcycle license number • private health and/or ambulance policy number • comprehensive insurance policy number (NOT COMPULSORY) IF YOU PREFER TO PAY VIA BANK TRANSFER TO AVOID FEES CONTACT US FOR PAYMENT DETAILS CANCELLATION POLICIES APPLY TO ALL TOURS. PLEASE READ TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR ALL POLICIES.
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Comparison of Lightweight CSS Frameworks
Several months ago I was building a new website and needed a CSS framework. There are many new CSS frameworks around now, so I decided to do several small trial runs and compare them to find the most fitting for our site.
Initially I tried using Foundation, which this site is built on, but I ran into a problem: Foundation and other popular frameworks are powerful, but they have more features than I needed, and they take up too much disk space for a modest website. Foundation is about 6000 lines long and 200kB unminified. It can be shrunk by removing components you don’t need, but the time it takes to slim a large CSS framework down to your needs can be more than it’s worth, especially if you want to change any styling.
Instead of adapting a larger framework to my needs, I looked into lightweight CSS frameworks. These aim to provide boilerplate components, better styling for buttons, forms, tables, and the like, all at the cost of very little disk space.
I like to modify the source CSS as needed, so all of the sizes I list will be unzipped and unminified. They are also from my brief real-world testing on one machine, so your mileage may vary.
Bulma looked very attractive at first. It has sleek, modern design and is quite popular, with a good-sized community for support. But for our site, it was still too big. I only used a few components and layout helpers, a fraction of its 260kB — around 50kB bigger than Foundation, in my tests!
mini.css had some great things going for it, but got pushed out by even smaller options which I’ll cover shortly. It took up about 46kB with all the bells and whistles.
The use of flex is a bonus, but it’s a little too style agnostic for the website I was working on; I would have overridden a lot of its styling, making the overhead size even larger.
It has options for using SCSS or CSS variables, which I always like to see. I prefer SCSS’s added features and variables, but if you would rather use vanilla CSS, mini.css has a plain option using CSS variables, which I don’t see too often.
Pure.css offers similar features to the other frameworks on this list, and weighing in at around 17kB, it competes well in size. However, I wasn’t a big fan of its look, and with some odd omissions, notably, the absence of a container
class for horizontally centering content, it was edged out by the competition.
Skeleton has very clean styling and a good selection of minimal components. It’s tiny, weighing in at 12kB. Unfortunately, it hasn’t had a release since 2014, and uses float
instead of Flexbox, which took it out of the running for building a more modern site.
Milligram feels like a spiritual successor to Skeleton: It covers a similar scope, and has a simple, clean design reminiscent of Skeleton’s. In lieu of using classes, it usually applies styling directly to HTML tags. This is a choice I like, since I don’t follow the Tailwind CSS approach of creating websites purely in HTML, with agnostic classes applied to the layout.
It also has an SCSS offering, so it’s easy to drop components you don’t want, making it even tinier!
The size and simplicity of Milligram made it win the bid. It has worked quite well, providing just enough framework to be useful for small websites, but getting out of the way so that you can do your own styling.
Making the most of your lightweight framework
Hopefully this post will give you an idea of what each of these frameworks is like, but the best way to test them is by trying them yourself! These five were fairly quick to spin up and test out on the website I was working on, and doing the same will give you the best idea of what your website needs.
With frameworks that are only a few kilobytes, you can also read through the entire source. I tried to look through enough of each framework’s CSS files to become familiar with its way of doing things. This eased the whole website-building process, and will help you find a framework that matches your style of web development.
Also see my colleague Afif’s article Building responsive websites with Tailwind CSS for an in-depth look at Tailwind CSS.
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The name Ambruco is a linguistic
contamination of vitis labrusca - wild vine; there is a place near
Castel Campagnano of the same name, where centuries-old wild vines used to
grow, and local peasants considered them almost holy because of their age.
Produced from 100% Pallagrello Nero, this wine is powerful and elegant, with a
full body and a deep ruby color. The nose is a sequence of notes of wild
berries, black pepper, chocolate, and a hint of balsamic. The taste is
harmonious and very balanced, a trail spiced with flavors of blackberries and
blueberries followed by long finish with hints of spice and silky smooth
Pairs well with grilled meats, pork and aged cheeses.
Wine Enthusiast, 90 Points,
Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri Award Winner
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The EPP Group has pulled out of the negotiations on the heavily-disputed Nature Restoration Law and urges Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans to withdraw the flawed bill. Ahead of the crucial vote on the draft law in Parliament's Environment Committee on 15 June, the EPP Group will explain its position in a press conference on Wednesday.
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Five new organizations in the network, with one new country – Poland – represented by our Innovate Sport Platform.[responsivevoice_button voice=”UK English Female” buttontext=”Listen to the article (click again to stop)”]
EPSI staff is glad to welcome 2020 with five new members in the network, that will give help us in strengthening our #InnovateSport approach. Thanks to them, the European Platform for Sport Innovation can now count on 70 organizations.
We are glad to welcome International Olympic Truce Centre (Greece), International Sport Organization (Switzerland), MSP Italia (Italy), Verde (Poland) and Vereniging Sport en Gemeenten (The Netherlands)
International Olympic Truce Centre
The International Olympic Truce Foundation and the International Olympic Truce Centre were established in July 2000 as a joint initiative of Greece and the International Olympic Committee, turning the commitment of the Olympic Movement to promote its peaceful principles into concrete action.
Read more at www.olympictruce.org
International Sport Organization
International Sport Organization is an International organization aiming to develop and assist Clubs, National Federations, International Federations and Sport professionists. In other words, their organization aims to develop Sport all over the world,
Read more at www.internationalsportorganization.org
Movimento Sportivo Popolare Italia is a not-for-profit association, recognised by the Italian Olympic Committee as “Ente di Promozione Sportiva” (Sport Promotion Body) and by the Italian Minister of Interior as “Ente Nazionale con finalità assistenziali”.
Read more at www.mspitalia.it
The mission of the “Cluster for Sport Innovations VERDE” is the mutual support of businesses, units of the research and development and business environment institutions operating in sectors related to the wider industry, contractors and recreational sports surfaces and related industries.
Read more at www.verde-klaster.eu
Vereniging Sport en Gemeenten
The Association of Sports and Municipalities on sports policy is the platform in the Netherlands for the development and positioning of sport and physical activity as a binding element in society. Their national organization is based in The Hague.
Read more at www.sportengemeenten.nl
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Dental Health Week 2022: Love Your Teeth | Epsom Dental Care
The major annual oral health campaign of the Australian Dental Association is Dental Health Week.
It occurs annually in the first full week of August; this year, it falls between August 1 and 7.
The campaign’s emphasis this year is on the value of loving and caring for your teeth and gums to help you preserve your smile for life.
The four main messages of the 2022 Dental Health Week campaign and the primary messaging of the ADA are intended to emphasise the significance of valuing and preserving good oral health to save your teeth for life:
#1. Use fluoride toothpaste to brush your teeth twice daily
Even while you can’t completely eradicate the microorganisms that cause decay, you can manage them.
Brushing regularly helps to prevent tooth decay and gum disease by reducing bacteria and plaque on the teeth and gums.
Fluoride is a naturally occurring substance whose advantages for oral health have long been known.
The ADA advises using fluoride toothpaste to clean your teeth twice a day. To help prevent cavities, numerous communities have fluoridated their drinking water.
When people rush, it’s usual for their back teeth to acquire cavities. To have enough time to thoroughly clean all of your teeth, make sure to brush for 2 minutes.
Plaque on rear teeth, which are more challenging to clean, may be left behind if you always brush with one foot out the door.
#2. Every day, use dental floss or interdental brushes to clean in between your teeth
Plaque like to lurk in places that toothbrush bristles cannot reach. That is why it is critical to floss once daily to eliminate plaque between teeth and the gum line.
Flossing can be challenging, especially for small children and older adults with arthritis.
Rather than giving up, search for tools to assist you in flossing your teeth. Pre-packaged dental flossers from the drugstore can help.
Flossing helps prevent cavities from growing between teeth, saving you from an unpleasant surprise during your next teeth cleaning and oral inspection with us.
#3. Limit added sugar intake while maintaining a healthy, balanced diet
Many foods we consider “healthy” are bad for your teeth. Sugar is a favourite food of plaque, which uses it to make acid that erodes teeth.
Limiting sugary foods and beverages will be simpler for you to prevent oral health problems.
Healthy teeth and gums are encouraged by consuming nutrient-rich foods.
Essential nutrients for optimum dental and general health are provided by a balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, protein-rich meals, grains, and dairy.
#4. Regularly visit your Belmont WA dentist for check-ups and preventive care
Your daily routine greatly influences your general dental health. Even the most meticulous brushers and flossers should see the dentist regularly.
Regular dental check-ups assist in maintaining both your overall and oral health.
For instance, the mouth may initially exhibit the signs and symptoms of various systemic disorders.
The examination also gives your dentist the chance to advise on how to care for your teeth and spot any issues with your oral health early on, when they’re still relatively easy to fix.
Love Your Teeth!
It should not be expected that you will need to have teeth extracted at some time in your life due to tooth decay or gum disease.
Australians should expect to preserve their teeth for life, and following these four basic practices can help them.
At Epsom Dental Care, we generally recommend that you keep your natural teeth if at all possible. We will remind you to come for a regular check-up every 6 or 12 months.
Visit us at 5/132 Epsom Ave in Belmont WA.
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Moonlight Riders Sand Filly by Linda Chapman
Model Number: 9781408371527
Could you be a True Rider?
When Willow invites the Moonlight Stables gang to a seaside pony training camp, they can't wait! Unfortunately, the Storm Stables team are going too, and they're determined to make the week a nightmare for them all.
Soon it isn't just their rivals' sabotaging tactics that the friends need to worry about: Bea's dad wants to move her to Storm Stables. Can Bea's friends convince her dad to let her stay at Moonlight Stables? If only Sandy, the sand filly, would choose Bea as her True Rider...
For ages approx. 7-9 years.
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