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For ITC 2016, from Thursday, August 11, until Sunday, August 14 in Santa Barbara, California the theme is:
Theosophy and Social Responsibility
Applying the Head and Heart Teachings of H. P. Blavatsky
This forthcoming conference will certainly be as energetic and inspiring as the previous ones. According to the wish as expressed by participants during the 2015 meeting in The Hague, this time the focus is on studying together. It’ll be made possible for those who come to Santa Barbara to sign up in advance for a specific study circle, indicating what topic has their main interest.
Participants will be supplied with Theosophical readings and study material beforehand, made available on ITC’s website. With what was reintroduced to us by H. P. B., they will determine, by offering practical solutions, why it is crucial that the world knows that Theosophy exists, and has always been there to help humanity.
Theosophists are aware of the challenge they face, making steps forward indeed. In the true spirit of brotherhood they can do so through sharing, collaboration, and by having open minds.
La Casa de Maria
On the opening night, August 11, Martin Leiderman will be the key-note speaker. The title of his talk is:
“The Stanza’s of Dzyan as presented in The Secret Doctrine:
… Keys to the understanding of human nature and
their challenging correlation with Social Responsibility”
ITC 2016 will take place from Thursday, August 11, until Sunday, August 14, 2016. The venue, La Casa de Maria, is one of the most inspiring retreat centers in California. This unique location is a beloved sanctuary for heart, mind, and spirit, nestled gently between mountain and sea. Come and experience 26 acres that the New York Times has proclaimed as “pure splendor.”
IMPORTANT: Many, from all over the world have already registered. Make sure you book NOW because the capacity at the venue is limited:
La Casa de Maria
800 EL Bosque Road
Santa Barbara CA 93108
For further information regarding registration, accommodation, payments and special requests you may check ITC’s easy to navigate website, click here
Furthermore: Since 2010 all the lectures and panel discussions of each one of the ITC CONFERENCES have been broadcasted “live” via the internet; the publication of the ITC 2015 conference however is going to be the first one, available as a PDF and as a printed reflection.
Click on the cover of the booklet underneath.
In 2016 all roads lead to Santa Barbara, California!
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A last-minute call is made by Hollywood executives to try and stop the actors’ strike.
Deadline understands that Endeavor boss Ari Emanuel and CAA President Brian Lourd made an offer to help find a path to an agreement between SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP.
Emanuel contacted SAG-AFTRA leadership last week to prevent an all-out strike if the actors joined the writers, and Lourdes made similar calls.
“It’s not just about ending the strike, it’s about finding a way forward for everyone,” a source close to the events told Deadline.
The union accepted Emanuel’s revelation and sought to at least keep him close to the process as negotiations enter the final hours before the current extended contract expires at midnight on July 12.
“These are reasonable people,” one insider said of the response to Emanuel’s call.
With tensions between many agents and writers still lingering as a result of the impasse between the WGA and the ATA, the idea of top agency bosses helping to smooth the path to contracts with actors rather than writers makes sense.
Early Monday morning, we hear AMPTP, run by Carole Lombardini, recommended bringing in federal mediators to help the situation.
The move took studio heads including Disney’s Bob Iger, Netflix’s Ted Sarandos and Warner Bros. Discovery’s David Zaslav for their blessing. They signed the plan.
“If bringing in a third-party perspective is necessary, so be it,” the source added.
The move comes as Hollywood is focused on whether actors will sign contracts or go on strike with writers Thursday morning.
Bringing in federal mediators — the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service — could lead to another extension after both sides had already agreed to extend negotiations past their initial deadline. However, as we understand it, there is no agreement with SAG-AFTRA on arbitrators.
It comes after SAG-AFTRA president Fran Tresher was photographed with Kim Kardashian at an Italian fashion show just days before deadline.
As Deadline wrote yesterday, AI seems to be one of the main sticking points between the two sides, along with streaming transparency.
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Gears of War 2 scheduled for November release
Get set for a great year of shoot 'em ups
Microsoft has officially announced that the Xbox 360 sequel to the popular shooter Gears of War will launch in November of this year.
Much of the Xbox 360's first year success was dependent on Epic's Gears of War. It proved much more than just substitute until Halo 3 arrived and really showed the gaming quality that the console could deliver. In fact, many still favour Marcus Fenix over Master Chief Petty Officer John-117.
Microsoft will be counting on Epic even more now this year. Halo 3 and Mass Effect are out there and the PlayStation 3 is finally picking up momentum - as quite frankly, we all knew it would - with Killzone 2, LittleBigPlanet and of course Metal Gear Solid 4 on the way. So the eyes of all Xbox 360 owners are on Gears of War 2 for salvation. Of course everyone will be treated to the forthcoming Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 this year as well, but that's multi-format.
Details of the Gears of War sequel are sketchy, and no screen shots are available as yet. However, according to US magazine Gamepro, in addition to the mandatory graphic boost, the most significant improvements will be in the multiplayer mode, with the possibility of four-player co-op, a better matchmaking system, more game modes and better ranking.
Given that Metal Gear Solid 4 is (according to the last report) due in March - delayed from November last year, we'd have thought Gears of War 2 might have been launched a little sooner than November, but at least it will give us something worthwhile to do with our time, instead of watching all the God-awful television that's on around Christmas time.
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Validation of whole genome and whole exome mutation.
Each run of a second generation sequencing system involves significant investment of time and money. It is a frustrating experience for sequencing users to wait for weeks and spend a considerable amount of money, just to realize that their libraries are not of good quality. Moreover, second generation sequencing systems generate large numbers of variant calls from whole genome or whole exome runs. Validation with a fast, high throughput system that uses an orthogonal technology (independent chemistry) is key to the scientific accuracy of a project.
Speed and a unique, simple chemistry makes the Ion Torrent Personal Genome Machine™ (PGM™) sequencer the only available platform in the market that is capable of performing both rapid quality control of sequencing libraries, and fast, accurate and high throughput variant validation
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Besot is a verb that means to make someone foolish or stupid, typically through excessive love or infatuation. Synonyms for besot include infatuate, bewitch, captivate, enchant, enrapture, fascinate, intoxicate, mesmerize, seduce, and enamor. These words imply a state of being overwhelmed by intense emotions of love, attraction, or devotion. They can be used to describe the effect of someone on another person, be it a romantic partner or a charismatic leader. Whether positive or negative, the synonyms for besot convey a sense of enchantment or entrancement that can sometimes lead to irrational or impractical decisions.
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These Fair Hands is a family business based just outside Winchester, Hampshire, UK. We specialise in creating beautiful hand made objects from solid oak which are then personalised for each of our Customers, including you! When we say hand made by us, we really mean it. We undertake the whole creation process from ideas to design, rough timber to squared stock, personalisation and finishing. So you can be confident that we really will take care to produce an individual item for you to cherish or gift to someone special.
All businesses start with an idea and our was... a welly rack. I'm sure we're not alone in having wellies and other outdoor gear scattered around the front door. A large bag of wood shavings later, the welly rack was born and we love it! We currently offer this in 3 sizes for 4, 6 and 8 pairs of boots but we'd be delighted to make you an even bigger one if that's what you want. The welly posts can be sized for adults or children. Often our Customers go for a mixture of both.
Aside from becoming the proud owner of a very heavy piece of solid oak, the bespoke carving on the front face really makes this personal and special.
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Power plug Wifi - Neo CoolCam
For the Neo Coolcam Power Plug Wifi you need the Smart Life App that you can find in the Google or Apple Store. The app on the Google playstore is from Tuya Inc and on the Apple Store from Yu xiang.
Tuya is a Chinese company and there is not much to find about Yu xiang even at the Apple store you can not find out which company it really is, but I assume that this is the same Chinese company Tuya. What we know for sure is that they store all of your information and can share it with subsidiaries and affiliates, with third parties only with your permission. I can't find a list of the subsidiaries and affiliates on the Tuya site, so we don't know if the Chinese government has a hand in this.
Installing the App and adding the Power Plug is very simple and worked without any problems.
The Smart Life App can be used for even more devices and almost looks like a complete controller. I wonder how you can add a Z-wave or Zigbee Power Plug via your phone, since a mobile phone or tablet does not have a Z-wave or Zigbee chip. We are now going to add the Power Plug:
The settings of the Smart Life App are minimal and have the following options:
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BARCELONA, Spain (Reuters) - Barcelona's Joao Felix scored in the first half to secure a hard-fought 1-0 home win against his valiant parent club Atletico Madrid in a compelling LaLiga clash on Sunday.
The Portuguese, on loan at Barca, netted with a fine finish over goalkeeper Jan Oblak from a counter-attack in the 28th minute and the hosts held on against Diego Simeone's side.
Barcelona moved above Atletico into third place on 34 points, four behind leaders Real Madrid and Girona.
Atletico are fourth on 31 points with a game in hand.
(Reporting by Fernando Kallas; Editing by Ken Ferris)
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New responsibilities are conferred to the grandmothers, demanding of these financial aid to the grandsons or even though to the children, the care with the education, amongst others. The relation between grandmothers and grandsons defined until middle of the years of 1970 was characterized with frenquentes and even though daily contacts, however inhabiting in distinct places so that they made responsible for the grandsons without having that to impose them the rules of she disciplines as they made it to the parents; they could please to them, satisfy the wills to them or even though to mimar them. Later, the grandsons returned for house and the parents were in charge educating them and imposing the norms. If he cannot affirm that this relation left to exist. However, for explicitados factors already, have occurred changes in the familiar structure causing for the grandmothers the performance of functions of the parents.
Beyond the separations, resettings and the monoparentabilidade; the poverty, the unemployment, the growth of the social inaquality, the scarcity of public and social politics has taken the family to set in motion its members that are in better conditions to supply lack of that they are living in minimum conditions. The poverty, the unemployment, the increase of the social inaquality, the insufficience of the public and social politics can have led to the increase of its contribution in the familiar net. The precarious condition where the grandsons live tends to mobilize them in the direction of giving attendance to them. The grandmothers cuidadores, with its little retirement, look for to help in the difficulties of the family. (VITALE, 2007, p.96). The net of social protection of the members of the family is activated for the survival of these. The support given to the generations new, exactly that little, is an excellent strategy front to the expressions of the social matter. The grandmothers possess fixed incomes, retirements, pensions or benefits and are with these incomes that give the support to the children and to the grandsons, help this that contributes for not the esfacelamento of the family.
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Not suitable for the austere. Or for souls without imagination. In the most spectacular suite of The Ushuaïa Club there is plenty of room for design and luxury. And also for the craziest stories of your Ibiza summer. Stick your tongue out. Express yourself. Better if it’s in the fabulous hydro massage tub that awaits you in the maxi terrace with views of the sea. Or in the sensual transparent glass tub located next to the bed. Or on the bed itself, of course. Relax. Wear yourself out. Join the party at the Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Club. And look for new smiles from the terrace. Invite them to your own party. And fall in love (one more night). The XPA Suite: when luxury is not just a matter of taste.
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This is a Italian Sparkling wine. It is from Campania. It shows a bery persistent pearlage with a pink color and itbis star bright. The nose has notes of bread dough , fresh strawberry. The palate confirms the nose with a perfect refreshing acidity, a medium long persistence. This sparkling wine is made with Aglianico with a short maceration . It is a very good sparkling wine , a perfect addition to a summer lunch/dinner.
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Olivia Michael | CNBC
The Federal Reserve wishes to boost rates of interest considerably to keep an eye on inflation however will not be as “in the back of the curve” as it seems that, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard stated Thursday.
One of the crucial Federal Open Marketplace Committee’s maximum “hawkish” individuals in desire of tighter coverage, Bullard stated a rules-based means suggests the central financial institution must hike its benchmark temporary borrowing price to about 3.5%.
Alternatively, he stated bond marketplace changes to the Fed’s extra competitive coverage, through which yields have surged upper, counsel charges aren’t that a long way askew.
“If you’re taking account of [forward guidance], we do not glance so unhealthy. No longer all hope is misplaced. That’s the fundamental gist of this tale,” Bullard stated in a speech on the College of Missouri.
“You are nonetheless in the back of the curve, however now not up to it seems like,” he added. Markets are pricing in charges hitting the three.5% price in the summertime of 2023, somewhat slower than Bullard anticipates, consistent with CME Crew information.
The feedback come the day after mins from the March FOMC assembly indicated officers have been as regards to approving a 50-basis-point price hike however settled on 25 issues because of uncertainty across the conflict in Ukraine. A foundation level equals 0.01%
As well as, individuals stated they foresee the Fed beginning to shed some property on its just about $9 trillion steadiness sheet, with the most likely tempo evolving to a most $95 billion a month.
Each strikes are an effort to keep an eye on inflation working at its quickest tempo in additional than 40 years.
Bullard, a vote casting member at the FOMC this 12 months, stated Thursday that “inflation is just too top” and the Fed must act. In projections launched in March, Bullard known as for the best charges amongst his committee friends. He has stated he desires to peer 100 foundation issues’ value of hikes by means of June. The benchmark fed finances price now could be in a spread focused between 0.25%-0.5%.
“U.S. inflation is phenomenally top, and that does not imply 2.1% or 2.2% or one thing. This implies related to what we noticed within the top inflation generation within the Seventies and early Nineteen Eighties,” he stated. “Despite the fact that you might be very beneficiant to the Fed in decoding what the inflation price actually is these days … you would have to boost the coverage price so much.”
The Fed makes use of “ahead steerage,” equivalent to its quarterly dot plot of particular person individuals’ passion and financial expectancies, in directing the marketplace to the place it thinks coverage goes.
Judging by means of strikes in Treasury yields, the marketplace already has priced in competitive Fed tightening. That makes the central financial institution now not up to now in the back of the curve within the inflation struggle as it could seem, Bullard stated.
“The variation between these days and the Seventies is central bankers have much more credibility,” he stated. “Within the ’70s, nobody believed the Fed would do the rest about inflation. It used to be more or less a chaotic generation. You actually wanted (former Fed Chair Paul) Volcker to return in … . He slayed the inflation dragon and established credibility. After that, other folks believed the central financial institution would deliver inflation below keep an eye on.”
Volcker’s price hikes did deliver down inflation within the early Nineteen Eighties, however now not with out triggering a double-dip recession.
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(TibetanReview.net, Feb27’21) – The United Nations human rights chief Michelle Bachelet has said Feb 26 that China was restricting basic civil and political freedoms in the name of national security and Covid-19 measures, adding to a wave of criticism of the country’s rights record, reported Reuters. Expressing defiance and rejecting the criticisms, China has called those criticisms unwarranted, with its Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin claiming his country’s human rights situation was at its best in history, reported China’s official global.chinadaily.com.cn Feb 27.
Addressing the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Bachelet has said, “Activists, lawyers and human rights defenders – as well as some foreign nationals – face arbitrary criminal charges, detention or unfair trials.”
She has said more than 600 people in Hong Kong were being investigated for taking part in protests, some under the new national security law imposed by mainland China.
Referring to reports about “arbitrary detention, ill-treatment, sexual violence and forced labour” in Xinjiang, she has called for a thorough and independent assessment of the situation.
Wang has expressed angry defiance at the barrage of criticisms his government had come under both at the Council and elsewhere in recent times. “We firmly oppose the practice of several countries and institutions to make and spread lies in Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong to smear China in negligence of the truth,” the official global.chinadaily.com.cn quoted him as saying at a daily press briefing. He has accused Britain, EU, Germany, the United States and Canada of having recently abused the UNHRC platform to launch what he has called “groundless accusations” on China.
Wang has said that China regarded the rights to subsistence and development as primary and basic human rights, claiming “remarkable progress” in this regard.
“China’s human rights situation is at its historical best, a fact that is recognized by all those without bias,” Wang has maintained.
Rejecting reports about genocide om Xinjiang, another Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, had earlier said Feb 23 that China would welcome the UN human rights chief to visit the region.
China made similar statements for previous UN human rights chiefs too, without result.
Louise Arbour was the last UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to visit China, in Sep 2005, noted Reuters Feb 27.
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(TibetanReview.net, Jan17’21) – Following major decline in Covid cases, the government of Himachal Pradesh has on Jan 15 decided to open summer-closing schools for students from Feb 1 while classes in winter-closing schools would begin from Feb 15, reported the tribuneindia.com Jan 15. This was followed by a decision Jan 16 to further relax the limit on gatherings, said a tribuneindia.com report Jan 17.
Tibetan schools in the state are winter-closing schools.
The report said the decision to open schools was taken by the cabinet at its meeting chaired by chief minister Jai Ram Thakur on Jan 15. All the government colleges would be opened for regular classes from Feb 8, 2021 after winter vacations by following the laid down SOPs, the report said.
However, online system for education under Har Ghar Pathshala would continue, the report said, adding, a similar system can be adopted by the private schools in the State.
Strict use of face masks, social distancing and the use of sanitizers in the school premises are to be ensured.
Meanwhile, the Disaster Management Cell of the Revenue Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh, has issued an order to increase the maximum gathering of people by 50% of holding capacity – with a ceiling of 200 persons in closed places – in all social, religious, sports, entertainment, cultural, education and religious functions.
Earlier, the limit on all kinds of gatherings was 50.
Besides, in open spaces, the limit on gatherings shall be 50% of the total capacity of the ground or open space, subject to the compliance of the SOPs regarding social distancing, the report said.
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What is Performance Improvement? Performance Improvement measures the output of a particular business process or procedure, then modifies the process or procedure to increase the output, increase efficiency, improve safety or increase the effectiveness of the process or procedure.
This Regional plan is assigned to the STEMI PI Committee for development, updating, monitoring, and workingwithin the STEMI Systems of Care located on www.heart.org. Data has shown both morbidity and mortalityare optimized when rapid interventional reperfusion is done within ninety minutes of EMS first medical contact(FMC); therefore, ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) patients should be recognized as quickly aspossible. Within compliance with the Code of Virginia and EMS Regulations, this plan:∆ Utilizes 12-lead ECG and pre-hospital notification to the receiving facility in tandem to reduce time toreperfusiono If ECG is unable to be transmitted, provider should deliver a hard copy to the ED with the patient∆ Patients must receive care in a hospital that has a STEMI treatment program in place, which is capable ofproviding immediate and comprehensive assessment, resuscitation, intervention, and definitive care∆ EMS personnel must be trained to accurately recognize, treat and transport STEMI patients rapidly∆ The Tidewater EMS Council must have continuous and effective region-wide coordination of pre-hospitaland hospital care resources to ensure an expeditious transport to the closest available interventional centeror facility capable of performing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)∆ Track and monitor the care capabilities by meeting at least quarterly with prehospital providers, emergencyphysicians, interventional cardiologists, nursing staff, receiving hospital representatives, and otherappropriate individuals∆ Provide quality EMS service and patient care to the EMS Systems’ citizens.∆ Review the quality of the process through continuous evaluation of the EMS System based on establishedSTEMI EMS performance measures∆ Although physicians in the emergency departments will confirm this diagnosis, pre-hospital care providersare competent to apply STEMI diagnostic criteria by using their 12-lead monitor defibrillators to recognize aSTEMI∆ ALS providers are proficient in pain management∆ Follow the Chest Pain/Acute Coronary Syndrome protocol for Goals, Treatment, Special Considerations anddecision scheme and reference the 12-Lead ECG protocol for indications and procedure∆ Designates the STEMI PI Committee Membership responsible for execution
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By MARC LEVY
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A statewide court declared Friday that Pennsylvania’s expansive two-year-old mail-in voting law is unconstitutional, agreeing with challenges by Republicans who soured on mail-in voting after then-President Donald Trump began baselessly attacking it as rife with fraud in 2020’s campaign.
The decision, by a five-judge Commonwealth Court panel of three Republicans and two Democrats, was deemed to be on hold immediately since Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration swiftly appealed to the state Supreme Court.
Still, the decision throws Pennsylvania’s voting laws into doubt as the presidential battleground state’s voters prepare to elect a new governor and a new U.S. senator in 2022.
Just over 2.5 million people voted under the law’s expansion of mail-in voting in 2020′s presidential election, most of them Democrats, out of 6.9 million total cast.
Wolf’s office said its appeal means the lower court ruling has no immediate effect, and criticized Republicans as trying to kill the law “in the service of the ‘big lie’” of Trump’s baseless election fraud claims.
“We need leaders to support removing more barriers to voting, not trying to silence the people,” Wolf’s office said.
Trump and Republicans quickly lauded the decision.
“Big news out of Pennsylvania, great patriotic spirit is developing at a level that nobody thought possible. Make America Great Again!” Trump said in a statement through his political action committee.
The mail-in voting law has become a hot topic on the campaign trail, with nearly every Republican candidate for governor — including two of three state senators who voted for it — vowing to repeal it.
Even Republicans who avoid repeating Trump’s baseless election fraud claims have perpetuated the idea that Democrats cheated in the 2020 presidential election, routinely distorting the actions of state judges and officials as “unconstitutional” or “illegal” in settling legal disputes and questions over the mail-in voting law.
In Friday’s decision, the three Republican judges agreed with Republican challengers — including 11 Republican lawmakers who actually voted for the law — and ruled that no-excuse mail-in voting is prohibited under the state constitution, until the constitution is changed to allow it.
The two Democrats on the panel dissented. The state Supreme Court — which will hear the appeal — has a 5-2 Democratic majority.
Pennsylvania’s attorney general, Josh Shapiro, a Democrat who is running for governor, said he is confident the state Supreme Court will uphold the mail-in voting law as constitutional.
He criticized the lower court’s opinion as “based on twisted logic and faulty reasoning” and “wrong on the law.”
In 2019, the Republican-controlled Legislature , expanding upon a provision in the state constitution that required the state to provide the option for voters in specific circumstances.
Those circumstances include being out of town on business, illness, physical disability, election-day duties or religious observance.
Every Republican lawmaker, except one, voted for the legislation in a deal with Wolf, a Democrat who had sought the mail-in voting provision. In exchange, Wolf agreed to get rid of the straight-ticket voting ballot option that Republicans had sought as a way to protect their suburban candidates from an anti-Trump wave in 2020’s election.
The Constitution does not explicitly say that the Legislature cannot extend absentee voting to others.
However, Republican challengers say the constitution intended that absentee voting be strictly limited, citing a passage that says voters must live in an election district for at least 60 days where they “shall offer to vote.”
In the opinion, the three Republican judges agreed, saying that passage had been cited in two prior state Supreme Court decisions invalidating laws passed in 1839 and 1923 to expand absentee voting.
The dissenting Democrats say a separate provision of the constitution empowered lawmakers to provide no-excuse mail-in voting. That provision says elections “shall be by ballot or by such other method as may be prescribed by law.”
In addition to baselessly attacking mail-in voting through much of 2020, Trump also later claimed, without evidence, that the election was stolen from him in critical battleground states including Pennsylvania.
In in 2020, Republicans sought to invalidate the mail-in voting law and throw out all ballots cast under it in a bid to overturn Democrat Joe Biden’s victory in Pennsylvania.
The state Supreme Court , saying the plaintiffs “failed to act with due diligence” in waiting to challenge the law until after Trump lost the election.
The U.S. Supreme Court .
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If you are at risk for kidney disease due to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, a family history of kidney failure, or if you are older than 60 years of age, it is important to get tested annually
More than 850 million people across the world have some form of kidney disease – and most don’t even know they have it. According to experts, there are a number of physical signs of kidney disease, but many times people attribute them to other conditions.
Doctors say those with kidney disease do not experience symptoms until the very late stages, when the kidneys are failing or when there are large amounts of protein in the urine. And those who do have symptoms do not take them seriously – leaving only 10 per cent of people with chronic kidney disease know that they have it.
If you are at risk for kidney disease due to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, a family history of kidney failure, or if you are older than 60 years of age, it is important to get tested annually.
Signs of kidney disease you must not ignore
To find out if your kidneys are in danger, do take note of the following signs:
Many people who have kidney trouble or disorders like interstitial nephritis or kidney damage resulting from sickle cell anemia, may have an issue of urinating excessively because these disorders decrease the amount of fluid reabsorbed by the kidneys.
Doctors say this frequent urge to go can disrupt your sleep and leave you feeling exhausted.
Dry and itchy skin
When your kidneys are healthy, they perform many important jobs – from removing wastes and extra fluid from your body to helping make red blood cells, keeping bones strong, and working to maintain the right amount of minerals in your blood. And so, dry and itchy skin can be a sign of the mineral and bone disease that often accompanies advanced kidney disease, or when the kidneys are no longer able to keep the right balance of minerals and nutrients in your blood.
Foamy and smelly urine
If you notice your pee is excessively bubbly with smell, especially when you have to flush several times before the foam goes away, it may indicate protein in the urine. This foam may look like the foam you see when scrambling eggs, as the common protein found in urine, albumin, is the same protein that is found in eggs.
Swelling in ankles and feet
Doctors say when your kidney function decreases, it leads to salt retention, causing swelling in your feet and ankles. Swelling in the lower extremities can also be a sign of heart disease, liver disease and chronic leg vein problems.
As your kidney disease progresses, you may notice an increased duration of painful muscle cramps – which according to experts, happen due to electrolyte imbalances.
Low calcium levels and poorly controlled phosphorus contribute to muscle cramping.
Less energy and trouble concentrating
Doctors say your kidney function decreases due to a buildup of toxins and impurities in your blood, making you feel tired, fatigued and weak all the time. It also makes it hard to concentrate on any chore.
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T L Whalan is a South Australian is a writer of young adult fiction. Her debut young adult apocalyptic survivalist series, Earthside, is scheduled for release in early 2027. This six-part series is focused on a group of teenagers sheltering from an alien invasion in the Australian bush.
T L Whalan has also written several middle grade novel and is pursuing self-publishing options for these novels.
T L Whalan, writing as Tegan Whalan, will soon be releasing The Wirrabara Whalans, a family history project. Alongside Clynton Whalan and Leonie Whalan, Tegan has been researching and writing a non-fiction book spanning four generations and 200 years. Scheduled for release by October 2024.
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From the Executive Director’s Desk
On October 15th the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir celebrated its 120th anniversary. Soloists, choir, orchestra, and TMC supporters new and old came together to celebrate one of the longest-serving choral organizations in Canada. Think about it – when the TMC was formed, Toronto’s population was around 200,000; church spires dominated the skyline and paddle steamers filled the harbour. Massey Hall had just opened, and the Evening Star, a precursor to the Toronto Star was just a few months old. (Get a glimpse of what Toronto looked like back then on our Toronto 1894-95 Pinterest board.) The city, and indeed the world, has changed significantly since 1894, but the TMC’s mission to provide Canadian audiences the experience of the classical choral masterworks of the world has never wavered.
In 2007, our organization spent considerable time undertaking a strategic planning process. Through it, we articulated six core values – Excellence, Scale, Scope, Authenticity, Accessibility and Heritage. One of the phrases that still resonates most strongly with me is this one: “The Toronto Mendelssohn Choir is committed to creating a legacy of shared vocal music experiences for Canadian audiences of today and tomorrow, not just about perpetuating a European cultural tradition.”
This season’s Voice of Mendelssohn focuses on the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir’s past, present and future. In this issue you will read what the TMC’s legacy of artistic excellence means to various stakeholders – our alumni, choristers, board members and subscribers; view how we celebrated our milestone anniversary; and read a newcomer’s impressions on a TMC performance in a new feature entitled “New Ears”. Through this issue, I hope you catch a glimpse of the passion we feel about this great cultural institution.
And speaking of heritage, I would like to pay tribute to a special TMC supporter – Austin Fricker, who passed away earlier this month. Austin was connected to us in a very unique way – his grandfather was the TMC’s second conductor (from 1917 to 1942), and his son is currently Chair of the TMC Board. For many years, Austin supported the TMC through his patronage, his generosity and his wise and gentle counsel. We will miss him.
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The employee asks: Who is the working environment representative and what can they do in cases of discrimination in the workplace?
Answered by Johan Pastarus, Mental Health Consultant at the Labour Inspectorate
The working environment representative is an employee representative for occupational health and safety matters, whose task is to highlight work environment issues and communicate them to the employer. The presence of a working environment representative is expected in companies employing ten or more people.
Among other duties, the working environment representative plays a key role in addressing psychosocial hazards. They contribute to creating a better work environment and promoting work environment-related dialogue between the employer and employees. In order to perform their duties effectively, the representative must be familiar with the occupational health and safety legislation applicable to the specific company, as well as internal working environment guidelines. These include, for example, risk assessments, crisis plans, and procedures for handling occupational accidents. Therefore, experienced employees who are familiar with the working environment and able to understand the broader context of employees’ working conditions are typically best qualified for the role of a representative.
This means that in addition to their regular work duties, the working environment representative is capable of understanding the collective and the safety of the work environment, as well as the implementation of requirements.
The representative’s role often extends to psychosocial hazards as well. The representative helps to ensure that discrimination does not go unnoticed and guides employees to internal solutions. Although the representative is not a conflict resolver, they can be a trusted employee who gathers the opinions of employees and presents them to the employer in a manner that supports reaching a resolution.
Several working environment representatives have contacted the Labour Inspectorate on the subject of psychosocial hazards, particularly concerning discrimination. A common issue is that the working environment representative ends up in a sort of ‘bureaucratic loop’’ – employees bring their concerns to them, but the employer does not respond with sufficient seriousness.
What to do in case of a conflict where the employer does not respond to the information or requests collected?
First, it is important to remember that conflict management, let alone conflict resolution, is never the role of the working environment representative. This responsibility lies with the employer and the employer’s representatives. The representative’s task is to communicate and represent employees’ opinions.
The working environment representative should always be aware of the competence of their role. For instance, in a case of workplace bullying, they may be part of a working group to find a solution or gather employees’ views on the situation, which can then be presented optimally to the employer. In such situations, the working environment representative is a trusted employee who assists the employer in communicating with the employees. This is important because a conflict is like a fire that needs to be extinguished as quickly as possible to prevent it from damaging the entire building, and the working environment representative can play a significant role in speeding up this process. As soon as a situation arises where the responsibility for finding a solution is delegated to the representative, they have the right to refuse. The role of the employees’ representative is voluntary for the person fulfilling it, and it is the employer’s role to find solutions to these issues.
However, if the representative feels that the employer still does not take the employees’ concerns seriously, they can refer the matter to the Labour Inspectorate.
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Leopard 40 – 4 Cabin Catamaran
About Leopard 40 – 4 Cabin Catamaran
Suitable for families or four couples, the Leopard 40 provides plenty of living space and comfort for cruising the Whitsundays.
A stylish Leopard 40, she has two bathrooms and four cabins; the forward cabins include single fore-peak bunks, perfect for the kids. She sleeps 8-10.
One of the Leopard cats over 40′ great features is their two outdoor living areas. Sliding doors allow easy access via the saloon to bow and stern, creating lovely airflow and ease.
The four private, spacious and cool double cabins share two larger bathroom spaces between them. All cabins offer plenty of storage and adequate headroom for comfortable living and cruising.
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Downtown Winnipeg BIZ knows how to throw a fantastic party. Every September, a few blocks of Broadway and Memorial Drive are invaded during ManyFest, a three-day fete celebrating the best of city life and the best of Winnipeg.
The festival includes: a beer and wine tent, the Electric Donkey run (a glow-in-the-dark fun run), Ciclovica (a celebration of cycling in the city), Food Truck Wars and much more.
Food Truck Wars is a celebration of Winnipeg's fleet of mobile food purveyors. Winnipeg's food trucks all converge on one long block, bringing their street eats to urbanites. It's a great event for anyone wanting to sample bites from a bunch of trucks all at the same time.
This year, 25 food trucks are in the hunt for top spot as Winnipeg's best food truck. And like last year, I was tapped to judge. And yes, I love my job. And yes, eating from 25 food trucks all in one day is a very daunting endeavour.
With help from Rose Dominguez, Downtown Winnipeg BIZ's events coordinator, we methodically worked up one side of the street and then down the other. We also enlisted a lovely young family to help us eat all the extra food. (Many thanks to Alex, Candace and little Brody for their enthusiasm and their appetites.)
Each truck was asked to submit their best eats. We are looking for best bang for your buck; best presentation and most original. And it had to taste great too. My top picks will be announced today (Sunday September 7) at 2 p.m. at the main stage at the corner of Broadway and Memorial in front of the Legislature. The people's choice award for best food truck will also be announced then too.
So, I won't give away anything here (yet). In the meantime, here are a few pictures.
Peg City Grub is your ultimate source for everything foodie in Winnipeg. From the hottest chefs to the best new restaurants to the most delicious events, we’ve got you covered. Follow us on Twitter @pegcitygrub and visit www.tourismwinnipeg.com for more on the city’s fabulous dining options.
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If you're an audiophile BMW's 6 Series Convertible could hit the sweet spot.
BMW 650i Convertible
[Jan 2008] With familiar BMW cockpit cues, similar driving position and the same thick-rimmed steering wheel, your senses can be forgiven for being primed for M3-style impressions and driving dynamics. It doesn’t take much more than 100 metres however to know that the 6 Series is a very different beast.
While the M3 is racetrack-sharp, the 650i is a GT built to take you across a country, on a range of roads in double time and with all the mod-cons.
Its V8 has a delicious deep and quite different burble to the 4.0-litre unit used in the fastest 3. It’s possessed of a decent amount of torque right from off-idle and a soundtrack that suggests its capacity is a litre or two larger than the 4799cc it actually displaces.
It’s no slouch but don’t expect to go hunting SL55s without getting your nose bloodied. Performance off the line is none too shabby and there seems to be ne’er a peak or trough, such is its linear delivery.
That said, overtaking and in-gear acceleration never feels as vibrant as you’d expect from the range-topping GT. I guess that’s where the M6 comes in.
Select the ‘box’s Sport mode and the upgraded unit’s gearshifts are rapid and responsive. Use the lever or the steering wheel-mounted paddles and manual mode is accessed for changes that are swift and direct. They’re not the metallically sharp shift of an SMG box, but the auto’s so much more civilised we’d pick it for anything but a racetrack environment. In normal mode, the changes are syrupy smooth.
Activate the console-mounted Sport button and you’re changing suspension damping rates, throttle response and the assistance level and response rate of the 6’s variable-ratio Active Steering.
The sportier suspension setting is obvious and won’t be to all tastes. Combined with the 6’s standard Dynamic Drive componentry, the tight damping control means the car turns in a touch sprightlier and corners flat at even elevated levels of effort. That said, though there’s loads of grip and reasonable steering feedback, overall there’s a general lack of feel. In this respect the 6 feels very capable but remote.
Switch the safety nannies off and the 650i can be made to misbehave but it requires quite some provocation. This car has great ‘natural’ grip. One thing that’s also hard to criticise is the brakes, which offer plenty of power and feel.
While the Coupe is quiet, allowing you to enjoy the engine’s fine timbre, for the full dose opt for the Convertible. The open car goes close to matching the hardtop’s serenity but lower the folding cloth top and the sky’s the limit.
The convertible gives very little away to the hardtop model – certainly not enough to deter a typical 6 Series buyer.
2008 BMW 650i Convertible
BODY: 2+2 convertible
DRIVETRAIN: front eng, RWD
ENGINE: 4.8-litre V8
TRANSMISSION: six-speed auto
PERFORMANCE: 0-100km/h – 5.6secs
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This Hacking Knife from Footprint is a heavy duty knife you literally can beat on. It was intended to be used with a hammer to chip old putty out of window frames, but it has lots of other uses, one of those is as a Jointers Hack Knife. Cut wires, trim branches, split joints, notch out rough lumber...things you wouldn't dare do with a regular knife.
The tough, high carbon steel blade is hardened at the edge to stay sharp, while the back is left unhardened to stand up to hammer blows.
The blade tapers from 5/16" at the back to 7/32" at the cannel and is 4-1/2" long
Overall length is approximately 8-1/4"
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In its 100-day plan, Fiji’s newly elected government announced the possibility of phasing out the Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption (FICAC) and incorporating its functions into other agencies. Acknowledging this will be difficult to carry out, Fiji’s Prime Minister said they are still in the planning stage, analysing key processes and cases investigated. Based on the government’s commitment also within the 100-day plan to ensure the independence of key bodies like FICAC, Transparency International and Integrity Fiji strongly urge it to reconsider and instead strengthen FICAC’s independence and capacity to fight corruption in the country.
Having an independent and publicly accountable institution is crucial in order to eradicate corruption. Policymakers must identify its root causes and develop a multi-dimensional response – including both proactive and reactive measures. The investigation and prosecution efforts carried out by law enforcement are exclusively reactive, and therefore the government’s proposal to shift all anti-corruption responsibilities to that branch would be insufficient.
With a score of 53 out of 100 on Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index, released Tuesday 31 January, Fiji is the highest scoring Pacific country, in part due to the valuable work of FICAC. As one of the few countries in the region with a national anti-corruption agency, Fiji stands up as a model for others – successes that must be built upon, not reversed.
Joseph Veramu, executive director of Integrity Fiji, said:
“We applaud the new government for committing to repeal the many undemocratic laws and measures that previously existed. But amidst these efforts, they cannot lose sight of anti-corruption efforts. This includes ensuring that FICAC remains operational, retains its independence and has sufficient capacity to root out corruption across Fiji.”
Transparency International calls on Fiji’s government to prioritise fighting corruption and address bottlenecks that currently limit FICAC’s work. We call for a multi-stakeholder mechanism involving politicians, the business community and civil society with oversight over the commission to ensure its independence. Funding is also a key issue. The previous administration had been reducing funding to FICAC and other relevant public institutions in recent years – this must be reversed. In addition, the 2013 constitution provides for the establishment of an Accountability and Transparency Commission that has also been hindered by too little funding. Only by increasing support of these key mechanisms can Fiji continue as a leader in the region.
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October Cider Buy
This year’s cider buy will be on Saturday, October 5 at 7am. We will be meeting at the parking lot in front of Soergel’s Orchard Market. We are asked to be there early so that we can be in and out before the fall festivities begin. Larry who runs the cider operations is asking $5.25 per gallon. Please bring your own vessels to take home your cider.
Once everyone has arrived, we will make our way over to the cider house and fill our vessels. I can arrange for a quick tour of the cider press if time allows and if Larry can accommodate us!
The address is 2573 Brandt School Rd, Wexford, PA 15090
As mentioned, cider will be $5.25 per gallon based on the price negotiated with Soergel’s Orchard.
I am asking that folks participating RSVP on the Facebook event and submit payment to me via Venmo no later than 10/3.
If you CANNOT attend, please make arrangements with other club members for them to pick up your cider. The cider will be unpasteurized and ready for you to pitch your favorite yeast, add spices, etc.
Looking forward to tasting everyone’s creations!
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Here you will find some activities to help you keep your little ones entertained for a few hours with all the beautiful spots and landmarks within the city of Mahón in Menorca!
It’s not only a historic fortress, but it creates a wonderful landscape. Situated in the outskirts of Mahón’s city, it’s right by the coast line in the port’s entrance. The fortress was built under Queen Elisabeth II orders so the port and the island were protected from Britain’s army. It’s preserved in an incredibly well condition and it’s definitely one of the main landmarks in Mahón.
The Port of Mahón is one of the biggest natural ports in the world, making it not only an impressive landmark but one of the most beautiful spots in the city as well. We love the port and its promenade for a nice family stroll, which also gives you and your children the chance to enjoy different views and landscapes from within the city.
Right in the centre of Mahón’s port, you can find King’s Island. The islet makes for a great family excursion, it’s a wonderful green area that creates a beautiful contrast with the blue ocean right beside it – definitely a memory worth making.
After seeing King’s Island, we recommend heading to Sa Plaça there is this viewer right in front of the pier. There is a lift in case you don’t feel like walking along the hill. Once you are up in the viewer, there is a nice terrace to have a cold beverage while enjoying the beautiful landscape.
Iglesia de Nostra Senyora del Carmen (Our Misses Carmen’s Church)
Not only will you get the chance to visit one of the most historic buildings in the city, it’s also a wonderful place to gather some traditional Menorca souvenirs such as cheese, sobrasada, ensaimada and more.
The city hall is not only the centre of Mahón, but it’s also an historic building. It’s located in Plaza España where you can try and buy some typical fresh fish from the area or sit down for a while enjoying some nice tapas and cold beverages.
Take a nice stroll with your kids up Sant Roc’s Street and admire the last trace of medieval ramparts that were meant to surround the city. It not only makes for a nice family time; you also get to admire the essence and history of Mahón.
When visiting the capital of Menorca, we recommend you to take a small trip to the outskirts of the city in the south. Near the port in that area, you will find the remaining’s of San Felipe’s Castle. It’s very well preserved and makes for a wonderful and quick family activity.
Last updated: 2nd of June, 2023.
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Lunch box stainless steel for children and adults
A stainless steel lunch box is suitable for both children and adults. You can use these for your hiking or traveling, for example snackto use. It also fits well in one backpack. You can also use it as a lunch box at work. A metal bread box is also suitable for the snack break in kindergarten.
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How good are stainless steel lunch boxes?
For example, if you buy a lunch box made of stainless steel, you are choosing a product that does not contain plastic. By purchasing this can you are also making a contribution to protecting the environment. At the same time, when you buy a stainless steel container, you are buying a lunch box that is durable and long-lasting. Unlike plastic containers, a stainless steel lunch box is free of harmful substances. On hikes, during lunch breaks at work or in kindergarten, she can also withstand blows well. The same applies to the closures. These are stronger in a steel can and therefore do not break as quickly as in a plastic can.
Stainless steel lunch boxes with wooden lids are also practical. This can also be used as a cutting board. This makes these lunch boxes ideal for traveling or hiking. This is how you make yours Hiketo a pleasurable experience. Instead of preparing the bread at home, you can do it at picnic Areaprepare fresh. You only need to pack some sausage, vegetable sticks and a few slices of bread. You can also eat the bread bake in the mobile home. You can then get this from yours picnicput together fresh.
Questions and answers about stainless steel lunch boxes
Why should I choose a stainless steel lunch box?
Stainless steel lunch boxes are durable and robust. Unlike plastic containers that can break easily, a stainless steel lunch box will last for many years. It is also environmentally friendly as stainless steel is recyclable.
Is a stainless steel lunch box safe for my food?
Stainless steel is a safe material for food. It doesn't release chemicals that could leach into your food like some plastics do. Therefore, a stainless steel lunch box is a healthy choice for your meals.
Can I clean my stainless steel lunch box in the dishwasher?
Yes, that's one of the great advantages of stainless steel lunch boxes. They are dishwasher safe and therefore very easy to clean. So you don't have to worry about spending a lot of time washing dishes after eating.
Can I use my stainless steel lunch box in the microwave?
No, you shouldn't do that. Stainless steel is not microwave safe. If you want to reheat your meals in the microwave, you must first transfer them to a microwave-safe container.
Are stainless steel lunch boxes heavy?
No, in general, stainless steel lunch boxes are not heavy. While they're a little heavier than plastic cans, they're still light enough to comfortably carry in your pocket or backpack.
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If you book a holiday home in Smaland, an adventure awaits you. Smaland is located in southern Sweden and is known for its forests, lakes and villages. Here you can experience Swedish nature.
Candy canes from Gränna in Sweden - in the small town of Gränna, right on the shores of Lake Vättern, there is one candy store after the other. They all continue the legacy of "Aunt Amalia", a widow who had to support her child after the sudden death of her husband.
Did you know that a Smaland-style cheesecake takes seven hours to finish? No? We were surprised too. We were invited to Stella Nilsson's farm near Braas in Smaland.
This is exactly how I imagined Sweden to be: pretty, red-painted wooden houses with proper, white windows with crochet curtains blocking the view of the interior. But blooming cherry trees and wild violets attract our attention.
In the south-east of Smaland Sweden there is a region whose soil consists mainly of hard rock on which thick forests grow. There is a lot of that in Glasriket in Smaland. There are a total of 12 glass factories in the Smaland Kingdom of Crystal.
Wellness at the lake in Sweden - from every pool you have a view of the lake in front of the hotel. Add to that the tranquility of the lake, from which the hollow cry of an ice diver on the shore only echoes from time to time. Wellness at the lake has never been better!
At the VOX Hotel in Jönköping, the guest is important. We feel this in our luxury suite, during our tour of the hotel and during the meals we eat in the hotel restaurant. The guest should feel comfortable and find exactly the right room for their needs.
Your Sweden vacation in Smaland southern Sweden This Sweden vacation in Smaland southern Sweden is an experience for connoisseurs. Our trip to Oslo made us curious. So we wanted to see more of Scandinavia. To start with, we chose the region between Jönköping and Växjö, southeast of Stockholm. A vacation in Sweden in Smaland, southern Sweden. I knew that[…]
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Want to feel like a local while vacationing in Traverse City this summer? Swing by these markets on any day of the week and do as the locals do – eat from their community!
Monday - The Village Farmers Market
A small, but mighty community-focused market, the Village at Grand Traverse Commons hosts farmers and more on their Piazza, directly across the street from the Left Foot Charley tasting room and Higher Grounds Trading Company coffee shop. Plan to make an afternoon of your market visit, with a bocce court open for players and an entire neighborhood of local food stops to explore.
830 Cottageview Drive
Mondays through October, 2-6 pm
Tuesday - Glen Arbor Market
This beautiful morning market in Glen Arbor is a serene set-up in a quaint little town just off the infamous M-22. Buy delicious, locally grown produce, cheeses, and more to enjoy at one of the picturesque beaches nearby. While in Glen Arbor, don’t forget to check out the home base of Cherry Republic – this location is truly a cherry campus, more than a store, so you’ll have plenty to explore.
6394 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor
9 am-1 pm weekly June through September
Wednesday - Groleau’s Farm Market
Need a midweek local fix? Visitors who are out around the East Bay can find local products beyond a market day by quickly heading up 4 Mile Road to Groleau’s Farm Market. A centennial family farm, you can stock up on fresh produce and pies while enjoying a cone of ice cream. This is a great stop for seasonal essentials - from cherries to Christmas trees!
2100 E Hammond Road
10 am-8 pm Daily throughout the Summer
You can also order ahead for pick-up on Wednesdays at the Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market, which is convenient and easy to find in the same location at the corner of Grandview Parkway and Cass St. in Traverse City as their larger Saturday market.
Thursday – Leland Farmers Market
If you are including a visit to Leelanau county during your visit, make sure to include the Leland Farmers Market, part of the Leelanau Farmers Markets, on Thursdays! Find fiery hot sauce, handcrafted soaps, and of course, fresh local fruit, all a stone’s throw away from the unmissable Fishtown neighborhood.
102 River Street (in the Bluebird parking lot) in Leland
Thursdays until September 8th, 9 am-1 pm
Friday - Gallagher’s Farm Market
For those stationed on the West side of Traverse City, Gallagher’s Farm Market is a staple stop in between market days. Seasonally open from asparagus to pumpkins, Gallagher’s sources from dozens of local farmers. They’re a great stop for the entire family, with a barnyard of goats, chickens, and pigs to check out while you’re shopping.
7237 E. Traverse Highway
8 am-6 pm Wednesday-Monday through October
Saturday – Sara Hardy Farmers Market and Chef-led Cooking Demos
The big calendar event for Traverse City market shopping is indisputably Saturday morning when the Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market sets up shop right along US-31 across from Clinch Park. Market shoppers can expect to find anything from fresh flowers to French pastries to in-season specialty produce – and this season, a new recipe from Traverse City area chefs on select market days! Make sure to look for the Taste the Local Difference tent to sample a new snack to make with your seasonal finds.
Parking Lot B, at the corner of Grandview Parkway and Cass St.
Sunday – Interlochen Farmers Market
Load up on local for the rest of the week by heading to the Interlochen Farmers Market on Sunday! Open May-October, the Interlochen market hosts 60 different vendors, and includes not only farm stands, but also hosts local artists selling their creations. It has relatively long hours and is only 25 minutes from downtown Traverse City.
2112 M-137 in Interlochen
9 am-2 pm Sundays through October
There’s something local for you every day of the week! Explore more options at localdifference.org.
Additional Everyday Option, if you want to stay in Grand Traverse County:
Farm Club – Nationally recognized restaurant Farm Club makes waves in the local food scene – which means its market is definitely up to snuff! This small in-house market is packed with organic salad greens and seasonal vegetables (many grown on site!), locally-made home goods, and even prepared meals so you can stock up in between market days.
10051 S. Lake Leelanau Drive
12 pm-10 pm Tuesday-Saturday
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A green cotton kitchen tea towel featuring a large patch with a watercolor bee design and hand lettered "humble" sentiment. Machine-washable.
Green Bee Humble Tea Towel
Thank you for your purchase. We hope you enjoy! All items are non-refundable and no exchanges.
All items will ship within 24 Hours, unless purchased on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday. All items ordered on these day will ship on Tuesday. We will also ship the first business day after a holiday that we are open. All items will ship USPS or UPS.
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No matter what state your garden is in, Trulawn can transform it into a garden oasis with a synthetic grass garden installation.
As you can see from this installation in Kingston: paving, turf and bushes can all be taken up to lay artificial grass.
The method of works include excavating the ground to a depth of between 60 and 80mm then filling it with limestone aggregate and a layer of sharp sand. These are both compacted with a whacker plate to make sure the ground is completely flat. At the end you are left with a stunning lawn that gives the impression you’ve increased your garden size!
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Our Private Belize Transfers
Truly Wild Belize's private shuttle transfer service offers an economical, convenient, and comfortable way to get to and from the airport. Our private shuttle service provides direct pick-ups and transport to any destination in Belize via private vans and SUVs. During your transfer our experienced tour guides entertain and educate you about the wonders of Belize, putting safety first.
At Truly Wild Belize shuttle service, we pride ourselves on the use of vans designed for comfort and safety.
We provide around-the-clock shuttle services to and from the airport or any other desired location.
Our Belize Transfer Rates
$275 USD 1 way (1-4 persons)
$15 USD: each additional person
FREE: children under 12 years of age
Transfer Areas In Belize
Note: all shuttle services must be booked in advance with a specific location and the time of pick up and arrival. A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required in order to reserve a seat. We advise that shuttles be arranged as soon as possible due to the availability of the shuttle, especially for round trip shuttle service.
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It Ain’t Over ‘til It’s Over
A few years ago, I happened to be staying at a small town in the west of France during one of the hundreds of summertime festivals that take place in that region. I remember standing at a street corner, my arms crossed, waiting for a large procession of revelers to pass by, when one of them looked me straight in the eye and exclaimed, “Hé ho! Inspecteur de travaux finis!” I was both taken aback and amused by this phrase, whose meaning is, “inspector of already finished works.” I later learned that this is what they call someone who is looking busy, but just hanging out, and that’s just how I looked, anxious to cross the street, but having nowhere to go.
This phrase came to mind recently, in my work as a Project Manager, during a friendly discussion about delivery packages. I have become, in a very literal sense, an inspecteur de travaux finis.
The process of translation may at first seem pretty straightforward: take the meaning of some words written in one language and convey it using words of a different language, one step, done. Well, if you thought translation worked this way, I’ve got a newsflash for you.
It’s never enough simply to finish a job in one step. Even this blog I’m writing right now will take many steps to be published after I am finished writing it. It will take copy editing, and sub-editing, it will even take picture editing and creating a proof to check before publishing, not to mention adding relevant tags for SEO. Yes, it will take much more than a little musing and a little keyboard gymnastics to turn it into something publishable.
In XXth century journalism each of these steps required interaction with one of several large and complex mechanical beasts. Today, because of computers, they are less visible but nevertheless important. Industrialisation didn’t come about simply to make production massive, it came about to make production better.
The same principles of production that apply to journalism also apply to translating documents. In the process of translating a document, a translation is first checked for accuracy and edited to become more readable. Then, a proof is made and checked for any errors in punctuation and formatting, and finally a quality assessment is made. Yes, Tom, Dick and Harry have each put in their work and the document is ready to go, right?
No, not exactly. When translation is finished, the most important part of the work begins.
“That picture on page twelve, is that high resolution? Lower it. Lower. Up a bit! And when you’re done could you please make a lightweight preview? Oh! And did you save that other file in an editable format? Why are the dates and times in ISO again? I told you to write them in American!” We’re the Sybil to your Basil Fawlty. We’ve got ants in our pants and we need to resolve now, even if we have to do everything ourselves.
Our job is to take care of the fine details that make the difference between a mediocre job and an excellent one. And it really is the fine details that make that huge difference. Take for instance your neighborhood butcher. Do you really want to remind him to remove the fat and get every bone out every time you buy a chicken? What about that room in your house you’ve just painted, the one with the big windows? Isn’t it time to buy new curtains? And look at the cuffs and collar of your shirt. Did you starch and press them after washing and drying?
I ask myself all those nagging questions all the time because, when everything is perfect, especially in a translated document, few may appreciate it, but when the smallest detail is out of place, it sticks out like the mother of all sore thumbs.
We have to create creating that sense, a sense of trust and completeness that let the client know how important he is to our work. Because, at the end of the day, their patronage is what keeps the operation going.
So I would say to that jolly reveler I ran into that summer night that he is right that I am a proud inspector of already finished works. I’m not just hanging out, I’ve got a keen eye for your every tiny imperfection and I’m ready to nag the devil out of you about it.
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Organic Ribbed Newborn Knot Hat
Introducing the Mebie Baby Organic Knot Hats, the ideal accessory for your new bundle of joy. Crafted from luxurious organic cotton, these hats are designed to keep your little one warm and cozy. Available in a range of gender-neutral colors, they perfectly complement our Organic Ribbed Gowns and Zipper One-Pieces. The softness of the fabric ensures maximum comfort for your baby, while the timeless design allows for easy passing down from one baby to another. Elevate your newborn's wardrobe with these essential knot hats.
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Locally-grown meals could be a sustainable choice, if we select these that are in season the place we reside. The value of producing or storing native foods past their natural rising seasons could be larger than shipping foods which might be in season elsewhere.
Meals That Make Maintaining A Healthy Diet Simple
These nutrient-packed banana bread recipes remodel the standard model into a good-for-you option to get pleasure from as a meal or a snack. It’s the not the same as investing in a sporting items apparel or well being meals firm or working in the low-key but profitable maze of private equity’s billion-greenback offers. SPACs raise money after which go looking for corporations to purchase, often in a hot or stylish sector of the economy corresponding to expertise, green vitality and even health food. Conagra is monitoring Peloton subscriptions to gauge whether consumers would be more inclined to buy health meals vs. junk food, and tweaking its marketing accordingly. Winfrey is a component owner of oat drink company Oatly, which is on its way to an IPO and $10 billion valuation, and an investor and board member of the health food restaurant chain True Food Kitchen.
Natural Ways To Deal With Anxiousness
She enjoys working on DIY transforming projects to deliver beauty to her homestead in her spare occasions. Buy fruit and veggies that are in season and regionally grown. Don’t buy pre-sweetened or flavored yogurts, which can be very excessive in sugar and calories. Instead, purchase plain yogurt and add your individual flavor with a tablespoon of fresh fruit or jam.
Choose unrefined polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat from plant sources, corresponding to extra virgin olive oil, nut and seed oils. Limit the quantity of saturated fats you devour and avoid trans fats. From the grains meals group, choose principally whole grains , and wholemeal/wholegrain/excessive cereal fibre sorts of bread, pasta, crisp breads and cereal meals .
The Hype, a well being food store in Glocester, Rhode Island had a similar replace. The common Australian already consumes an excessive amount of salt and added sugar and this is linked to increased danger of ailments, similar to coronary heart disease, kind 2 diabetes and a few cancers. Water is one of the best drink to stay hydrated and it helps many other important functions in the physique. Choose water as your major drink, and keep away from sugary choices such as gentle drinks, sports drinks and power drinks.
Plus, they will easily be cooked in a crockpot and ready to eat whenever you are prepared. Beef jerky is mainly dehydrated meat that has a lot of seasonings.
Non-refined cerealsare usually less resource intensive to provide than refined ones as they require fewer processing steps. They are also good for well being, reducing our risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and chubby. For those choosing a vegan/vegetarian food regimen, combining completely different sources of plant-based mostly protein will guarantee our protein needs are met. For meat-eaters, limiting meat consumption to 1-2 occasions a week, having meat-free days and choosing more sustainable meats like rooster over beef might help us cut back our ecological footprint.
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Bakery Delivery in Bozeman
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Hoping to learn more about how grading works at the University of Calgary? These frequently asked questions are a good place to start.
When do my grades become available?
Fall semester grades will be available by mid-January and winter semester grades will be available in May (typically 15 days after the term end date). Get detailed instructions.
What is the University of Calgary grading system?
The university uses a 4.0 grading scale. Details of the grading system can be viewed in the University Calendar.
How can I find out my grades without requesting a transcript?
Your statement of grades (courses and credits) is available in your Student Centre.
How do I apply for a Reappraisal of Final Grade?
If you have concerns about how you were graded on any course work you're encouraged to discuss this with your instructor as soon as possible and before initiating a formal reappraisal procedure. If you'd like to initiate a formal reappraisal of your final grade, please complete a Service Request, initiated in your Student Centre. Select a Service Request Type of 'My Student Record', and Subtype of 'Request Reappraisal of Final Grade' to submit your request. Be sure to include information in support of your request, including attachments, if necessary.
What is the deadline for requesting a grade reappraisal?
Requests must be received by these dates:
- Fall Term – February 1
- Winter Term – June 1
- Spring/Summer Intersession – October 1
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We interact with the world through our hands, and hand pathology can have a dramatic effect on our lives. Because treatments for these injuries are so tailored, I believe that understanding the patient and their specific needs is the first step in delivering the highest quality care. My passion for treating individuals so they can return to their active lifestyle has led me to pursue a career in hand/upper extremity. I approach each patient with the compassion I would give a family member and am dedicated to using the best available scientific evidence and advanced techniques to improve their function.
I live an active lifestyle outside of work and enjoy running, rowing, hiking and skiing. I am the fourth of five children and have seven nieces and nephews. I relax outside of work playing guitar and enjoying concerts.
Video: Andrew Federer, MD
Qualifications and experience
- Hand Surgery, Bones, Bones, Joints and Muscles - Arthritis, Bones, Joints and Muscles - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Bones, Joints and Muscles - Fractures, Joints and Muscles - Arthritis, Joints and Muscles - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Joints and Muscles - Fractures, Joints and Muscles - Hand, Joints and Muscles - Sprains and Strains, Orthopedic Hand Surgery, Surgery - Arm and hand injuries and disorders, Surgery - Nerve surgery, Surgery - Wrist fractures
- Languages spoken
University of Utah
Duke University Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
RUSH University Medical Center
- Clinical interest for patients
Treatment of disorders of the hand, wrist and elbow
Arthritic conditions of the hand, wrist and elbow
Fracture surgery and care
Post-traumatic reconstruction - Research interest for patients
Cost Effective Analyses - Insurance
- UCHealth strongly encourages you to consult with your health insurer to determine accurate information about your coverage and benefits for a particular health care service provided at a UCHealth facility. Read more here.
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Beyond lines is about going into the world of known, yet unknown. What we think is, we learn is not, we need to see these realistic twists and turns. Life is about grins and spins, on life�s ridge we need to go into the nuances of how to tackle spin.
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ARTIST: David Michael Moore
TITLE: Bird Head Burlando
This one is for the obsessed child on her belly, mindlessly flicking the spring doorstop over and over. Yes mindless, but also mesmerized by the differences in the spring doorstop’s alien ffffffffdddddrrrrrrrrdrrrrrr. Any subtle difference in the pressure she applies to the flicking of said spring doorstop is followed immediately by a noticeable difference in the attack and sustain of the doorstop’s hypnotic ffffffffdddddrrrrrrrrdrrrrrr. That is, until some annoyed adult comes to stomp the holy magic out of her.
1994’s Bird Head Burlando is the second offering in Ulyssa’s David Michael Moore digital reissue series. It is for those of us who hear a multiverse of tones in a cookware set; who like our cymbals cracked in half; who own more than one croaking frog guiro wood block. To be honest, we had another, more songwriterly album on deck. But about a month ago, something about Bird Head Burlando began to speak to us. It’s a relentless album that showcases David’s slew of homemade percussive instruments. The purring ASMR of his wooden drum boxes. Wild journeys up and down David’s schizoid zithers. Buzz boxes of all shapes, sizes and cosmologies. Tin, titanium, aluminum and steel each with their own tone, touch and lyricism. Dog bones and ghost spokes. His army of bird recordings. You might recognize that Casio synth broiling in its own battery acid from his Adagio Fishing album. Bird Head Burlando takes that childhood realization that there is power in making a clatter and elevates it to the avant-garde. The power of crunching a plastic water bottle. Blowing into a Mexican Coke bottle. But shaped into an Om. Made into a happening. A physics lesson. It’s trance music. An expedition to the hinterland of percussive composition. Often, the ear will tune into the particular sizzle or rattle of a buzz box spoon. And its sound becomes a sort of onomatopoeia mantra looping through your mind. The title track (and therefore its return on the final song) is like Aaron Copland’s Hoe-down interpreted by Congo’s legendary Konono No. 1. It’s not all just freeform banging here. There are thrilling movements — intentional shifts and abrupt, ingenious key changes on par with Moondog. A whirling dervish straight outta Rosedale. Or fuck it, maybe this is just what Fat Albert’s junkyard band would have actually sounded like playing on bed springs, lead pipes and hubcaps. That’d be just fine with David too.
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As a 3-year urban dweller in one of the nation’s coolest downtown residential centers I have learned a lot and many of the lifestyle axioms
Each month Tim D. Young invites the public to a walking tour in downtown Fort Worth. Get to know the history and landmarks of the city from local historians who guide the walk.
This Urban Lifestyle website was created by Urban Living Specialist, Tim D. Young of Fort Worth Texas Real Estate to answer the most common questions about living in beautiful downtown Fort Worth. For information about suburban living, farm and ranch, and investment property please visit TimDYoung.com.
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Miami Forever: urbanism in the back loop
Funding period: 1 July 2018 – 1 July 2021
Type of funding:
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Stephanie Wakefield is an urban geographer whose work critically analyzes the technical, political, and philosophical transformations of urban life in the Anthropocene. She is currently Assistant Professor and Director of the Human Ecology program at Life University, where is designing a new experiential learning-based undergraduate degree for the Anthropocene. Prior to joining Life, she was an Urban Studies Foundation Postdoctoral Research Fellow based at Florida International University. She is the author of Anthropocene Back Loop: Experimentation in Unsafe Operating Space and co-editor of Resilience in the Anthropocene: Governance and Politics at the End of the World. She is now completing a new book, The City in the Anthropocene: Resilience, Infrastructure, and Imagination at Miami’s End, which critically explores experimental sea rise adaptations in Miami, Florida and, through these, suggests new limits and possibilities for critical urban theory and practice in the age of climate change.
As part of her USF Fellowship, Dr Wakefield also received a USF Knowledge Mobilisation Award in November 2021 (see below).
USF Knowledge Mobilisation Award: Building New Urban Skills in the Anthropocene
Building New Urban Skills in the Anthropocene emerges from my USF-supported research on experimental imaginaries and infrastructure emerging in “sea rise ground zero,” Miami, FL, and related co-organization with artists/curators Gean Moreno and Natalia Zuluaga of a Miami futures scenario workshop. Along with governmental attempts to keep real estate markets afloat, this research has explored how collective consideration of Miami’s potential climate changed futures—its flooded streets, invasive animals, shrinking access to fresh drinking water, soaring inequality—is leading poor and working class urban dwellers to a shared intuition: that, to resist neoliberal-imposed social-ecological precarity, there is a need to engage materially and pragmatically with Miami’s transforming environments by learning old and new survival skills for the urban Anthropocene. Operationalizing this recurring sentiment, Building New Urban Skills in the Anthropocene, a two-part collaboration with Moreno, Zuluaga, and Everglades wilderness survival skills teacher Jack Shealy –a fourth-generation Gladesman who teaches eco-cultural skills (swamp navigation, fishing pole carving, invasive species handling) to adults and youth in the Everglades—encompasses:
1) An Anthropocene Urban Survival Skills Training: the first hands-on, public workshop on techniques for surviving, inhabiting, and making use of Miami’s future climate changed environments. While “survival skills” often evokes visions of returning to “lost” skills from unchanging environments, in the urban Anthropocene skills need to —and are being— reinvented. To better understand, contribute to, and help share this emergent pragmatic urban know-how, the training is being co-designed by Shealy, Zuluaga, Moreno, and myself around a “survival” skill –tentatively desalination— that Shealy’s expertise and our co-produced urban future scenarios suggest is crucial for South Florida’s aqua-urban future. The day-long event, planned for summer 2022 in Miami’s Tropical Park, will cover the skill’s applications, relevance to urban futures, and hands-on interactive exercises.
2) A Miami-based Anthropocene Urban Survival Skills Field Guide. This waterproof, pocket-sized guide uses illustrations and images to pass along the skill identified through the above collaborative process. Inspired by the design aesthetic and visual language of wilderness survival guides and artist Yona Friedman’s schematic how-to manuals, the field guide is an open-format printed piece—distributed at local bookshops, online for purchase, and as a free download on the NAME Publications and backloop.tv websites—that invites future additions and contributions.
This project responds to a specific local needs and desires in Miami. But, connected with my work developing outdoor, experiential Anthropocene pedagogy, it also sketches a prototype of a new form of knowledge production and dissemination for identifying emergent material know-how generated within altered, degraded, invaded, and flooded urban environments— one produced by, and for, people grappling with them. Tools to refute dominant imaginaries in which the poor’s agency is limited to enduring inevitable disaster, both training and field guide are designed for diverse, non-expert audiences of all backgrounds and ages. This prototype will be replicable in other cities according to their own climate change futures.
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Irvine, CA – USBenefits Insurance Services, LLC is pleased to announce that Shannon Spencer has joined the Company as Director of Marketing.
Shannon Spencer started her career in the US Navy, serving for 5 years of active service. After an honorable discharge, she began working at Humana Insurance in the claims department, where she had the opportunity to build her own unit. She then went on to work for a large durable medical equipment company, as well as a south Texas-based hospital system. Her career path eventually brought her back to the insurance industry, working for UnitedHealth Group as an Associate Director in the claims department. Shannon’s most recent position was at a large Stop Loss carrier where she was an Assistant Vice President in the claims department.
Shannon graduated from Wayland Baptist University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
Shannon can be reached at (949) 468-3028 or email@example.com.
USBenefits Insurance Services, LLC is a full service Managing General Underwriter, providing Medical Stop Loss coverage for employer groups through qualified Third Party Administrators and select brokers. USBenefits has total responsibility for all administration, claims and underwriting decisions pertaining to its Medical Stop Loss program. Staffing Claims, Underwriting, Administrative and Marketing departments that work in unison to deliver financially stable stop loss products./p>
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U.S. Supreme Court
Lower Court Opinion
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, does a former employee-who was qualified to perform her job and who earned post-employment benefits while employed-lose her right to sue over discrimination with respect to those benefits solely because she no longer holds her job?
U.S. Chamber files amicus brief urging Supreme Court to hold that Americans with Disabilities Act requires plaintiffs to show they were qualified individuals under the statute at the time they allegedly suffered discrimination
November 19, 2024
Michael E. Kenneally and James D. Nelson of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP served as outside counsel.
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There have been multiple instances in my life when I’ve gotten unwelcome news. Times when things felt overwhelming. Situations in which the very thing I did not want to happen did, in fact, happen.
And while those instances have varied—from medical test results, to job outcomes, to national events—what has helped me every time has been community and connection. Being with friends and loved ones. The space to share my fears and worries and talk about the way forward. The opportunity to be of service to others and make a difference.
One of United Way’s founding principles is the importance of community. Community is why we do our work, and how we do our work: for our community and by and with our community. In fact, that principle is right there in our name. We know that when we work in a “united way,” we can do so much more than if we go it alone. United is the way we solve problems. United is the way we help our neighbors thrive. United is the way we can make our community a better place for all of us.
I’ve observed firsthand how people who get involved with United Way gain new perspectives about their neighbors and a better sense of how they can make a difference. I’ve seen parents who volunteered alongside their children at a United Way project and had (screen-free!) fun while creating a family tradition of service. I’ve witnessed how groups of strangers have come together for a common cause through United Way and left feeling good about themselves and connected to each other.
But don’t just take my word for it. Research confirms that helping others is also good for the helper. When we show kindness to others, it boosts our bodies’ production of feel-good hormones, which in turn contribute to a greater sense of satisfaction and well-being. Being connected and in community makes us healthier and more resilient.
United Way of Greater New Haven is committed to improving lives across our 12-town region. We do this by providing nutritious food and stable housing for our neighbors who are struggling to make ends meet; by creating opportunities for children to learn, grow, and thrive; and by connecting more people to employment and financial services so they can support their families and work to achieve their dreams.
Thank you for being part of the United Way community – as a volunteer, as an advocate, and as a donor – and for making this work possible. And, if you are looking for ways to build a deeper sense of connection and community, I invite you to get even more involved. Visit our website and sign up for a volunteer project. Invite your friends to an upcoming learning session or join us as an advocate. Make a financial contribution so that more people in our community can move from surviving to thriving. In coming together, we can make a difference and gain a renewed sense of optimism about what’s possible. United is the way forward.
President & CEO
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Thousands of dedicated middle and high school student musicians from across the state are preparing for the Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) State Solo & Ensemble Festival. The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh will host this event from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 28.
The event is open to the public and free of charge.
“The WSMA State Music Festival is an enriching experience for all participants, both performers and their supporters,” said Kenneth Liske, Festival Manager for the event at UW Oshkosh. “It is also an opportunity for our music program to showcase our facilities and emphasize how much we value and support the efforts of our school music colleagues, their students and their families.”
Students must earn a “starred first” rating in Class A (which consists of the most difficult music) at a WSMA District Music Festival to qualify for WSMA State Music Festivals. The participants, in grades 6-12, can choose from a variety of instrumental and vocal solo and ensemble categories for their performances in district festivals throughout the state. Over the past six months, WSMA has held over 225 such events, involving more participants than any other student activity.
“Wisconsin music students continue to excel in their level of achievement and dedication to excellence,” according to WSMA Executive Director Tim Schaid. “The WSMA State Music Festival provides a quality opportunity for them to share the talents and skills developed in the classroom while creating a lifelong memory through their state festival performance.”
Nine other university campuses will host performances by more than 32,000 students, making this event one of the largest of its kind in the nation. UW-Milwaukee, UW-Platteville and UW-Whitewater will hold festivals on April 28. Cardinal Stritch University, UW-Eau Claire, UW-Green Bay, UW-Parkside, UW-Stevens Point and Viterbo University festivals will be held on May 5. An evening Jazz Festival will take place on May 4 at UW-Green Bay.
Learn more about WSMA State Music Festivals and other programs by visiting wsmamusic.org. Festival information, including schedules and results, will be posted as available.
Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to contribute calendar items, campus announcements and other good news to UW Oshkosh Today.
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Wild animals tend to seek shelter in residential properties. This can cause cracks in the foundation and holes in the walls and attic. If nuisance animals are entering your home through cracks or gaps in the construction, they could be causing massive damage to the insulation and electrical wires, apart from leaving a mess of dangerous droppings. Sealing off these entry points within your property is important to prevent animals from entering and causing significant damage. At Varmint Control, we make sure the damage is repaired fast, and new entry points are blocked. Book a consultation with our team for our entry points repair services in Barrie. We offer 10% seniors discount on our services.
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Oil & Natural Gas – V-Belt Global Supply
The oil and natural gas industry requires the absolute most from its power transmission products. Extended service intervals or even application downtime equates to delivery failure for the energy industry – and to this effect, a risk concerning the reliability. On a global level, petroleum supporting companies, refineries or natural gas suppliers rely on V-Belt Global Supply's premium quality. V-Belt Global Supply is a leading supplier for cost-effective and quality industrial grade v-belts. From standard applications to the heavy duty applications, we will help you procure the products you need. Our oil and gas machinery v-belts not only keep your machines running, but also protect the machines from destroying themselves under the tons of pressure they produce.
Our banded oil v-belts are designed with your mining operations in mind. From maintenance-free, energy efficient belt engineering that limits your overall costs, to high-quality design and build that reduces your operational downtime, V-Belt Global Supply's industrial-strength v-belts deliver results to the oil and natural gas world. Per usual, our team of industry and product experts is looking forward to helping you find the perfect v-belt solution for your intricate oil and or natural gas operations.
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Written by: Mike Simonato, Ontario Presenter: “Investing for the Long Term, presented to the Feb. 6, 2021 International Online Forum, you can watch by CLICKING HERE.
“Back to Basics”
I was born in 1953 My dad raised me to work hard and do my best always. He said you work hard and be loyal to a company that gives you a comfortable lifestyle and pension for a good retirement. Back then the usual investing was either in Mutual Funds or buying stock in the company you worked for. (My Dad’s case part of it was his compensation package) Trading was left to the pros. Over time, however, Greed and expensive lifestyles not only crept into the markets but also who was buying stock and how. This led to crashes through the 70s and 80s and of course, the Hunt Brothers trying to corner the Silver Market and of course the big Dot-Com bubble bursting in 1999/ 2000. Now to recover losses Greed really takes over leading to the 2007/2008 Financial Crisis (The subprime mortgage disaster) Since this event more and more people enter the market and make good money during the 2009 – 2020 Bull Run south of the border. Then the Covid Crash in 2020 and now even more people enter the market and the level of Greed/ Stupid and Corrupt reaches new levels and make no mistake this will not end well.
In the ’50s the market was set up so people could buy stock in companies they worked for or new well or via Mutual Funds
Then in time people bought stocks based on what the TV talking heads said or if the right lines crossed.
Then since the Covid Crisis lines crossing/ Technical indicators lining up with Jupiter or activists manipulate the market (Reddit/ Robin Hood brood)
Let’s look at Risk:
It’s safest if you buy a stock in a company you know well ie Online Shopping, Credit Payment Systems, Building Reno companies ie Lowes/ Home Depot. If you buy because this line crosses that line or this Technical Indicator says one thing the risk increases. The lower the number the higher the risk ie 3EMA and 8 EMA (while an exceptional system) has a higher risk than say the 50 or 100 SMA crossing the 200 SMA.
If you buy because Elon Musk Tweeted something or Reddit flocks to a stock one day (ie Silver), extremely high risk.
NOTE All of the above can both make you money and lose you money. You have to Trade a style that suits your abilities and personality.
Personally, I can never understand buying a stock just because one line crosses another. For me, I must know the company, understand the working parts as well as its future prospects.
eg My business. Extremely successful, no shortage of work and well established in a well established and rapidly growing area. No limit to the earning potential. All sounds good. Value and earnings good however the owner/worker is 68 years old. He doesn’t have the stamina he once had and the tolerance for stupid is rapidly evaporating. So while lines and indicators may look good, when you look at the big picture you may realize there may be better companies to invest in.
Also, with my conservation with the TD Bond Trader, he mentioned that the new hires are all about themselves (What’s in it for me) The older Traders are Team players whereas the new ones are selfish and self-centered which is completely changing the industry which will greatly increase the risk for us as traders as he said last year the Redditt group caused havoc in the industry
Fortunately, Vector Vest gives us all the information needed to make wise trading decisions.
While we all have to do what’s best for us as individuals and our risk tolerance, note that going forward risks may increase.
Nothing more than my 2 cents and I hope it’s of value and interest.
Now for the Markets
USA C/DN, Confirmed Down
DOW JONES: Fell back below previous resistance but got back above Friday
NASDAQ: Wedge forming. Double top and higher lows
S&P 500: Same as Dow however Friday close was below resistance
MKT TIMING: 3rd time back to 79 SMA. Still below resistance level. Stochastics is Bearish
READ Views, Strategy
CANADA C/UP, Confirmed Up
PTSE: Still using 20 SMA as support RT still in downtrend
VENTURE: Still really weak
MKT TIMING: Price held 65 SMA Thursday. Other Indicators weak
READ Views, Strategy
Europe: C/UP Read Strategy
Britain C/UP Read Views and Strategy
Australia C/DN Read Strategy
NOTE: after the week that was, for those in Ontario Shoppers Drug Mart has “Pepto” on sale for $7.99.
Stay safe everyone
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Xintela operates in biotechnology. The company's expertise lies in regenerative medicine, as well as the treatment of cancer, cartilage injuries, and brain tumors. The research is based on the development of protein molecules capable of detecting changes on the surface of cells, enabling the identification of stem cells in the process of developing into cartilage cells. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Lund. The company has been listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market since 2016 (ticker: XINT).
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Toastmasters receive awards
Published 12:00 am Sunday, October 11, 2009
Four members of the Vicksburg Toastmasters Club No. 2052 have received awards.
Stephen Spangler, who has achieved Advanced Communicator Gold and Advanced Leader Bronze status within the club, won the humorous speech contest in local and area competitions, and was runner-up in the district.
Bobbie Bingham Morrow was the local runner-up in humorous speech.
The club’s president, Jeff Hensley, won the local table topics contest, and was the category’s area and district runner-up.
Derek Wilson was runner-up in the local table topics contest.
District competition includes 80 clubs and 1,500 members from Mississippi, Arkansas and Tennessee. Spangler, Morrow, Hensley and Wilson are employees of the U.S. Army Engineer Research
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What was Betah in the Bible?
Betah is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in 2 Samuel 8:8. The name Betah (בֵּטַח) is believed to mean “confidence” or “security” in Hebrew. This place is part of the biblical narrative concerning King David’s military campaigns and his expansion of the kingdom of Israel. The mention of Betah is not merely a geographical reference but also carries significant theological implications, reflecting God’s promises and the fulfillment of His plans for His people.
Betah Near Berothah
In 2 Samuel 8:8, the scripture states: “From Tebah and Berothai, towns that belonged to Hadadezer, King David took a great quantity of bronze.” The context of this verse is David’s military victories over Hadadezer, the king of Zobah, a Syrian kingdom. Betah, mentioned as Tebah in some translations, is highlighted alongside Berothai, illustrating the extent of David’s conquests and the wealth he acquired, which he later dedicated to God.
Historical Significance of Betah
Betah’s mention in the Bible is not just an account of a military victory but signifies the broader narrative of God’s faithfulness to Israel. King David’s victories, including the capture of Betah, are seen as the fulfillment of God’s promise to David to establish his kingdom and extend his territory (2 Samuel 7:8-16). These victories were instrumental in unifying the tribes of Israel and consolidating David’s rule, setting the stage for the future prosperity and spiritual development of the nation.
Spiritual Significance of Betah
From a theological perspective, Betah’s capture is a testament to God’s sovereignty and His active involvement in the history of His people. The wealth taken from Betah, including a great quantity of bronze, was later used in the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem, emphasizing that David’s military success had a divine purpose. It was not merely for personal gain but for the glorification of God and the establishment of a central place of worship for Israel.
Lessons for the Modern Christian
The story of Betah and David’s conquests can offer several lessons for contemporary Christians.
Trust in God’s Promises
Just as God was faithful to David, modern Christians are reminded to trust in God’s promises. The narrative of Betah encourages believers to have confidence that God is in control and will fulfill His plans for their lives.
The capture of Betah underscores God’s sovereignty over all nations and events. Christians today can find comfort in knowing that God’s plans are overarching and that He is involved in the details of their lives.
Dedication of Resources
David’s dedication of the spoils from Betah to God’s temple serves as a reminder for Christians to use their resources for God’s glory. Whether it’s time, talents, or treasures, believers are called to dedicate what they have to the service of God and His kingdom.
Connection to a Loving God
The conquest of Betah reflects God’s loving commitment to His people. Despite the challenges and battles, God’s hand was upon David, guiding and empowering him. This same loving guidance is available to Christians today, reassuring them of God’s constant presence and support.
Connection to Jesus Christ
King David is a precursor to Jesus Christ, often referred to as a “type” of Christ in biblical typology. The victories and expansion of David’s kingdom foreshadow the eternal and spiritual kingdom established by Jesus. Just as David defeated his enemies and expanded his territory, Jesus conquered sin and death, establishing an everlasting kingdom for all who believe in Him. Betah, therefore, can be seen as a symbol of the ultimate victory found in Christ, who fulfills all of God’s promises.
Betah, though briefly mentioned in the Bible, holds rich historical and spiritual significance. It symbolizes God’s faithfulness, sovereignty, and the fulfillment of His promises through David. For modern Christians, the story of Betah encourages trust in God, dedication of resources to His service, and recognition of the ultimate victory found in Jesus Christ. As believers reflect on these truths, they can find confidence and security in their relationship with a loving and sovereign God.
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In Animaltroniek, maker Exoot searches for the cuddliness of robotics. This audio-visual installation is radio controlled, based on simple recognizable wooden 3D puzzles. The objects are clearly not lifelike, but interact with the audience and evoke a certain emotion. When does the technological imitation of humans and animals go too far?
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It’s easy to think that a New Year’s Party is going to be effortless fun: they usually are! The music is bumping, the guests are happy to cut loose, and the prospect of a fresh year and a fresh opportunity has everyone in a good mood…
...until you open your closet and can’t figure out what to wear.
To keep your new year as effortlessly fun as it’s been in year past, it’s a good idea to plan ahead and pick out an outfit that’s as good for hitting the town as it is for a casual party at home. Here’s our quick guide to mastering the New Year’s look so you can kick off 2016 in style.
Sticking With Corduroy
You might remember stretch corduroy from our official guide . There’s a reason that many style experts lump together “fall and winter” and then “spring and summer.” Corduroy, though often considered ideally suited for autumn, is just as warm and attractive in winter. In fact, it’s perfect for wearing through the holidays--and that includes your New Year’s Party.
Try out Stretch Corduroy Fatigue or a similar color as the base for your outfit. This “olive-green” color goes well with brown, light blues, and of course the always-versatile white that pretty much goes with everything. Make sure to use a thick brown leather belt to pair with these pants--the belt size should match the loops as closely as possible--and you’ve got one part of your outfit nailed down.
Chambray is Perfect for New Year’s Style
If you liked our suggestion of olive green with light blue, we have the perfect item for you when it comes to your top: our Chambray Grid Woven Navy Shirt. Not only is it close on the color spectrum without being overwhelmingly blue, but also the chambray grid pattern is a nice contrast to the solid corduroy you’re wearing below. What’s more, it’s easy to dress this up with a dark blazer or simply stay warm by adding a sweater layer on top.
Putting it All Together
Depending on just how fancy the party you’re attending turns out to be, you might want to tinker with this outfit. But even if you don’t think your particular New Year’s soiree is going to be “black tie,” it always helps to pay attention to what you wear. This will help you feel good about yourself, freeing yourself to cut back and enjoy the evening.
Make sure to pay attention to smaller details, as well. Do your shoes match with your belt, or are all of your accessories random? Are you wearing a watch and, if so, is it properly calibrated to the “official” time so that you know exactly how many more seconds there are until midnight? These little details go a long way in helping you feel like you’re as well put together as possible so you’re free to focus on enjoying your friends.
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One year to the day we lost the talented Ray Liotta, we pulled a MASSIVE card from 2023 Topps Heritage baseball featuring the late actor's signature. The odds of pulling this auto are nearly one in a HALF MILLION packs!
Ray Liotta was an icon on the screen. In television, he won an Emmy award, in gaming you recognize his voice in Grand Theft Auto and Call of Duty, and on the big screen he wowed us with roles like Henry Hill in Goodfellas. The most memorable role to us is that of Shoeless Joe Jackson in Field of Dreams. When you think of classic movies and quotes you use often, Field of Dreams is at the top. We know you've said "If you build it, he will come" a few times in your life! Sadly, Ray Liotta passed away on March 26th, 2022.
When Topps Heritage created their 2023 product, they included a special Ray Liotta autograph. The insert is called 1974 Cut Signatures. Each card, like the Heritage set, is in the design of 1974 Topps cards. A total of 10 celebrities are included in this Cut Signatures insert set, including the man that played Shoeless Joe. Only ONE card of each celebrity was made, making each celebrity autograph a one of one.
How rare are these 1/1 Cut Signatures? The odds of pulling a Cut Signature are one in 552,239 packs! Over half of a million packs to find these special Cut Signatures. We couldn't believe our own eyes when J5 and Jason opened a pack of 2023 Topps Heritage and pulled the Ray Liotta autograph exactly one year TO. THE. DAY. of his passing. We pulled this autograph on May 26th, 2023.
You can see the border of the card is exactly like the 1974 Topps set, and that lovely 1/1 stamp on the back! A HUGE congrats goes out to Todd Malanowski for landing this incredible pull.
Here is a video of the pull; check out J5's reaction!
This card takes us back to when were kids, watching Field of Dreams for the first time. In 1989 when you wished you could make a baseball field in your back yard, you had a fresh pack of batteries for your Game Boy, and you had a crush on Kelly Kapowski.
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Ulster's Solemn League and Covenant
This mural features a historical document known as Ulster's Solemn League and Covenant, which was a pledge signed by unionists in Northern Ireland in 1912 to oppose Home Rule for Ireland. Here’s an in-depth look at the contents and themes:
At the top, in large, ornate lettering, it reads: Ulster's Solemn League and Covenant
The body of the text is a reproduction of the original Covenant, written in a formal, historical style. It declares opposition to Home Rule, which was the movement for Ireland to have its own parliament independent from Britain. The text includes statements emphasizing the unionist perspective that Home Rule would be:
"Disastrous to the material well-being of Ulster" and "subversive of our civil and religious freedom".
The document pledges the signatories to stand together "in defending for ourselves and our children our cherished position of equal citizenship in the United Kingdom."
There is a strong reliance on religious language, as it mentions "relying on the God whom our fathers in days of stress and trial confidently trusted."
The text expresses a willingness to resist Home Rule by any means necessary, even declaring a "pledge to refuse to recognize its authority" should it be imposed.
At the bottom, it states:
The above was signed by me at Ulster Day, Saturday 28th September, 1912.
This refers to "Ulster Day," the day on which the Covenant was signed by a large number of unionists in Northern Ireland.
The mural concludes with a patriotic statement:
God Save the King
This line underscores loyalty to the British monarchy and the United Kingdom.
The text is styled in an old-fashioned, Gothic font that evokes historical documents, lending the mural a sense of solemnity and gravity.
To the left, there is a small shield with the Red Hand of Ulster, symbolizing loyalty to the unionist cause.
The Covenant was signed by nearly half a million people in Ulster in 1912, reflecting the unionist community’s deep opposition to the prospect of Irish self-governance and their determination to remain part of the United Kingdom. This historical event is a key part of Northern Ireland’s unionist heritage and is remembered as a significant moment of resistance against Irish nationalism.
This mural serves as a reminder of unionist loyalty, heritage, and the collective commitment to opposing Home Rule. It reflects themes of identity, resistance, and the preservation of unionist values within the United Kingdom.
This mural is part of a collection of murals called Thorndyke St:
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Live concerts while you’re gaming? Is that possible?
YES! Since the pandemic came and ruled over the world for quite some time the music industry has suffered greatly. Live performances like concerts and tours were put on pause and that pause has continued for a long time. It crumbled the music industry for some time. But then some musicians started searching for greener pastures. And they found it. Surprisingly enough in the gaming industry! Minecraft and Fortnite are games that have hosted some incredible online concerts. They have had artists like Courier Club, and Ariana Grande performing in-game. Courier Club performed in Minecraft, and Ariana Grande in Fortnite.
So, why is this relevant to you, you might think? Well, just like there are ads at festivals and concerts, there can be ads in online concerts in a game, not to mention between the sets. And the possibilities can be more creative on this platform. Also, there’s a LOT of people gaming, so you’d reach out to a huge pool of gamers playing from all over the world. That means you could have the opportunity to have ads with voiceover between sets!
How about a concert with millions of attendants?
Sounds like a success?
That’s because it was. Fortnite was one of the first online games to introduce live concerts. The first one they arranged was with the famous DJ Marshmello. Like they’ve done with the Ariana Grande concert, they created character skins of the DJ for people to “wear” in-game. The concerts have been a huge success. 10 million gamers attended the concert with DJ Marshmello. And millions attended the Ariana Grande concert.
The streams of the artists also sky-rocketed on different music streaming platforms before and after the concerts. So, there are several positive outcomes connected to these online gaming concerts. That’s why it could be interesting for you and your brand to investigate the possibilities of making ads with voice over for the concerts. And generally, it’s beneficial to create ads with voice over.
Get ready to promote your business!
Alright, let’s say you’re ready to create Ads for a game hosting an online concert or festival. What should you focus on? For starters, you should localize your project. Does your target audience fit the audience of the game hosting the concert? For instance, the average age of Fortnite gamers worldwide is between 18-24. So, you should adapt your ads to that type of audience to create interest and keep their attention. Also, your ads should be with voice-over since this can establish credibility and persuade the audience.
Focus on emotions. This creates a connection between your target audience and your brand. It also keeps the attention of the recipient and makes your ads and your brand easier to remember. You can read more about promoting your business here!
Time to pick up your phone!
– Mobile games roam opportunities
Because you can also promote your business on a much smaller scale. There are many ad opportunities in mobile games and apps, and research has shown a way to improve the ad experience for app- and mobile game users. With voice-over! And this is without pausing the game or in other ways intruding on the experience of the mobile app user.
A lot of users don’t like mobile ads and especially not the ones that take over the whole screen. 86 % out of 2.200 mobile gamers answered in a study that they reject full-screen advertising during the game. Also, 67 % in the same study answered that they prefer advertising formats that don’t force the game to quit. That’s why it could be a great opportunity to make ads with voice-over and only voice-over. This is because a voice talent can connect even better with the mobile user because there are no visuals to take away the attention. The voice-over enhances the engagement!
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I have just graduated from university and will be starting a new job next week. I want to save for a house, but I’m not sure where to begin. During my university years I did some budgeting, but it really wasn’t very effective. My question is how can I learn to budget wisely? Are there any tricks to successful financial planning?
Ben in B.C.
Excellent question, Ben. You obviously realize how important budgeting is to reaching your goals. Home ownership is a dream most people share and are able to achieve through careful planning. There are some basic steps I can suggest to get you started, but that is the easy part. The hard part is going to be up to you. For a financial plan to work, you’ll need a lot of discipline and willingness to sacrifice.
The first step in budgeting wisely is to track all your expenses for one month. This will give you an idea of where your money is going. Once you know how much money is coming in and how much is going out, you can organize your expenses into categories; for example housing/rent, food, utilities, automobile, insurance, loans, credit cards, clothing, personal, and misc/other. Subtract these totals from your income. The difference is what you have available for saving. Many experts say we should have three months income put aside for emergencies. I believe for most people this is difficult to achieve, but it is definitely worth striving toward.
The next step is to decide what type of home you are interested in purchasing and the price range you will be able to afford. After that, determine how much you need for your down payment. Many financial institutions are offering 100% financing, but this will increase your monthly payments and leave you with no equity in your home. If possible aim for 5% or 10% of your purchase price as your down payment. Let’s say you want to purchase a condo for $100,000, with 5% down. You will need to save $5,000. Calculate how much you can save monthly in order to purchase this home within a defined time. If you want to be in your own home within a year, you will have to save approximately $400 a month. You must also consider other costs involved in purchasing a home, such as lawyer’s fees, land transfer tax and moving expenses.
Nonetheless, there are ways to reduce your monthly expenses and become a homeowner sooner. If you have a school loan or other debts, a consolidation loan would be beneficial as it provides a better interest rate than you would be paying on credit cards. Combining your debts will leave you with only one monthly payment. As a result, you will have more disposable income to save toward your down payment. However, you have to be careful with consolidating debts, as you do not want to run your credit cards up again. A good guideline is, if you cannot afford to pay cash, then perhaps you really cannot afford the item.
Ultimately, Ben, you will be ahead of the game, if you learn early in your adult life to live within your means, not beyond. Thanks so much for asking such a valuable question.
E-mail your questions to firstname.lastname@example.org. Some submissions may be edited for length or to protect confidentiality: your real name and location will never be printed. This column is for entertainment only. The author is not a professional counsellor and this column is not intended to take the place of professional advice.
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Pre-orders are now available for Flare’s upcoming Velvet (from Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir) figure. Velvet stands about 25cm tall and features a choice of two different chains. This figure is an updated rerelease and features a different stand than the previous release by Yamato.
You can pre-order Velvet from a variety of stores, including AmiAmi. She’s available at a ¥12,800 RRP, with a scheduled release in May 2019.
So, I never really played Odin Sphere. I remember trying it back when it released on PS2, but I never got into it. However, I did play a lot of Dragon’s Crown, and if you’ve played either game (or almost any game from Vanillaware’s library) you’ll know that what really stands out is George Kamitani’s incredible artwork.
I’m pleased to say that this figure really does an amazing job of capturing Kamitani’s style – the vibrant colours and distinct painted shading, and the character’s particular proportions… it’s all very well rendered in this figure. The paintwork seems to have been redone since the original version of the figure, and for the better.
The base, which has also changed, is gorgeous, and complements the figure very nicely. She looks like a genuine work of art! I’m not entirely sure why there’s a choice of chains, mind you, but I guess the option is nice to have. It’s interesting to note that the original version of the figure is cast-offable; that feature isn’t mentioned as part of the updated figure, so far as I can see. I can’t really see why the feature would be removed, but we’ll see.
I think if I was a bigger fan of Odin Sphere, I’d be jumping at this one. Even without much love for the game, I’m still eyeing Velvet up – this is a very attractive piece, and for a pretty nice price. You should definitely check it out!
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Marvelous Europe and XSEED Games have announced that STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life is coming to Nintendo Switch in Summer 2023. Keen eyed fans will recognise this as a remake of Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life, which turns 20 soon.
The latest entry in the long-running series brings players to Forgotten Valley, a tranquil community where they will begin their new carefree life growing crops and raising animals surrounded by family.
Returning fans will find plenty of exciting updates to Forgotten Valley, while newcomers to the series will discover the joys of cozy farm life and the extraordinary characters that make this series shine.
- Befriend the residents of Forgotten Valley – Find new friends among the charming cast of characters in the tranquil town of Forgotten Valley and get to know them through all-new events!
- Establish your homestead – Live a carefree life on the farm growing crops and raising animals. Raise even cuter animals, new hybrid crops and build upgradeable facilities.
- Your Story, Your Way ‒ With the option to play as a male, female, or non-binary protagonist, as well as all eligible marriage candidates available for romance regardless of that choice, you can truly be who you want to be.
- Fall in love, start a family and build precious memories – Watch your child grow into adulthood as the years pass! Will they inherit the farm? Or will they find their calling somewhere else?
- A Wonderful Life for a new generation – Revisit a beloved story as never before, with reimagined visuals, animations, and additional updates to bring A Wonderful Life to a new generation.
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I posted a link to my spreadsheet in a thread response a few weeks ago. It's now been updated and enhanced.
I created a google spreadsheet for AP calculations and other things. It now has all of Phase 1, 2, and 3. It calculates how much AP it will cost for certain advancements. There is one column for you to enter your current advancements and another for desired advancements. Finally, there's a place for you to enter how much AP you have to spend. As you enter values for planned advancements, It will automatically update to tell you how much more you would have left to spend. Make a copy for yourself in order to fill in the values. I have the Phase 4 information but won't release it until I've unlocked Phase 4 (it is considered a spoiler).
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F5ejYV2bYeaP6yTH683A27iTY8ulDFxGXjwh0zXB82s/edit#gid=1446462419It comes pre-loaded with a plan to spend 1009 AP. The AP amount available to spend is preset to the amount of AP you would gain from beating all levels exactly once (with no AP boosts). By filling in values for the Update Qty field (and leaving the Current field blank), you can quickly plan how to spend your AP for the first playthrough of all levels.
It also contains a sheet for mines, dig sites (some are not verified to exist), artifacts, and tips (Q/A). The Q/A tab has recommendations for artifacts, multi-level play, and how to spend AP. There is a link to a strategy guide (close to complete) that I've been working on for a while, which contains more detailed advice. The level AP sheet has values that are off by a very small amount, due to rounding error.
The documents will continue to be updated. The spreadsheet contains a link to itself on the AP tab, allowing you to return to my latest version from your downloaded copy to check for changes. You will need to create a new copy of the AP sheet in order to incorporate any new updates. I may also fine tune the AP spending suggestions with new recommendations on how far to update Mercs/Army Camps before beginning Phase 3.
Edit: Just fixed a small bug
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Cory Doctorow: Step-by-step HOW TO for constructing a stylish shoulder-bag out of floppies
- this is pretty much the perfect HOW TO project: it begins with dumpster-diving, and was inspired by a desire to make a suit of plate-mail armor out of obsolete magnetic storage media. I hope this maker follows up with a HOW TO for the armor.
This is a bag I made from floppy disks. I found scads of floppy disks in a dumpster and wanted to make plate mail armor out of it (that is my next floppy project) I found out that a bag would be a great proof of concept project. Here goes...
Now lets see you do that with a Flash Drive!
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Accelerated by globalization, according to IMF research. Image: REUTERS/Carlos Barria
Globalization has accelerated the spread of knowledge and technology across borders. This has helped to increase productivity and potential growth in many countries and at the global level.
Technological progress is the key factor behind the improvements in incomes and standards of living. But technology tends to spread at different speeds across countries.
Our Chart of the Week shows how knowledge has flowed across countries and regions. To trace knowledge flows, a recent IMF study uses the extent to which countries cite patented innovations from the technology leaders as prior knowledge in their own patent applications.
Globalization has accelerated the spread of knowledge and technology across borders.
The chart shows that in 1995, the United States, Europe, and Japan were dominating global patent citations. In more recent years, China and Korea (depicted together as “other Asia”) have made increasingly large use of the global stock of knowledge as measured by their patent citations. Knowledge links in general have also intensified over time, both within regions (red arrows) and across regions (blue arrows).
While globalization has been criticized for its possible negative side effects, the study highlights a key benefit—it stimulates the spread of knowledge and technology. But interconnectedness per se is not enough. The assimilation of foreign knowledge and the capacity to build on it most often requires scientific and engineering know-how.
Investments in education, human capital, and domestic research and development are essential to build the capacity to absorb and efficiently use foreign knowledge. It also requires an appropriate degree of protection and respect of intellectual property rights—both domestically and internationally—to preserve the ability of innovators to recover costs while ensuring that the new knowledge supports growth globally.
Policymakers must also make certain that the positive growth benefits from globalization and technological innovation are shared widely across the population, including by ensuring that innovating firms do not exploit the newly acquired technology to gain excessive control of a market to the detriment of consumers.
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Statement on the latest proposed date for a return to adult outdoor sport
01/04/2021 00:00, I Mewn Blog /
Following the most recent Welsh Government announcement regarding the timetable for unlocking of COVID-19 restrictions in Wales, Welsh Athletics feels compelled to make the following statement on behalf of our community:
Welsh Athletics is disappointed that despite the well-proven benefits to mental and physical wellbeing that sport and exercise provides, that the date for return of activities for those aged 18+ has been delayed further.
Albeit we have constantly advocated and supported a cautious approach to the easing of restrictions, the positive trends in respect to the spread of COVID across Wales should now provide an opportunity for a wider return for sport and organised activities. Our sport is predominantly an outside activity that can be delivered in a socially distanced way – with all available evidence suggesting that it is has extremely low risk of spreading the COVID virus. To delay the return of activities that have proven to be safe whilst enabling other activities that do not fit into the same category seems illogical.
Our clubs and groups provide a support network for many thousands of athletes of all backgrounds and abilities across Wales. These groups have supported many thousands of individuals to start their physical activity journey.
Sport will play a key role in supporting the physical and mental health of the nation as we move beyond COVID – the sooner we can get organised group activities for those aged above 18 the better.
Welsh Athletics is calling on the Welsh Government to review its return plan, and to bring forward the date that group activities can re-start.
James Williams, CEO
- Our full range of guidance on how the athletics community can return is available here.
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What to one Democratic Arizona legislator was pure common sense has been denounced by a conservative group as illustrating “the lunacy of the left.”
Arizona’s legislature this year passed bill SB 1040, which would require to have a private bathroom available for students of either sex unwilling or unable to use a group bathroom. The bill was eventually vetoed by Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs.
One moment from the debate and voting on the bill has recently emerged in the form of a video showing Democratic Sen. Christine Marsh offering her reasons for opposing the bill. The AZ War Room, which posted the video, called her comments “sick and deranged.”
“I would just like to point out that we could have just passed a law that schools have to have shower curtains and it could’ve solved this whole thing,” she said in the video posted to X.
An unbelievably troubling video.
Christine Marsh’s message to young girls who are uncomfortable showering with biological males — *Get a shower curtain.*
— AZ War Room (@AZVictoryPAC) September 25, 2023
“So I wasn’t kidding — I mean people kind of chuckled, but I’m not kidding. That should be the law: Schools have to have shower curtains, period. End of story,” she said before voting against the bill.
Marsh told the Arizona Republic that most students are not bothered by having a different sex in their bathroom.
“It’s pretty stigmatizing and discriminatory to expel transgender students from common spaces,” she said earlier this year, according to the Arizona Mirror.
“The idea that we’re going to pass a law that tells a certain population of kids that they are so shameful that they shouldn’t be allowed to participate in activities and in proximity to their peers is rather offensive,” she continued.
American Principles Project President Terry Schilling said nothing was quite as offensive as Marsh’s idea.
“It is insane that the Arizona legislature would have to pass a law to bar biological males from using girls’ restrooms and locker rooms in schools, and it is beyond insane that a legislator would actually oppose this measure, never mind a female former teacher,” Schilling said, according to the Grand Canyon Times.
“The English language simply doesn’t have the adjectives to adequately describe the lunacy of the left,” he added.
“To believe that young girls should be comfortable showering with males, behind a shower curtain or not, is utterly deranged,” Schilling said.
“Anyone who holds such views doesn’t belong in a school or a legislature; they belong in an asylum,” he said.
Republican Sen. John Kavanagh told the Arizona Republic that girls, in particular, deserve the protection his bill sought to provide.
“There is something terribly wrong with making a 15-year-old high school freshman co-ed stand naked in a school shower next to a 16-year-old biological male,” he said.
According to her official biography, Marsh is a teacher who has 29 years of experience teaching elementary and junior high school students.
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Hello and welcome to 5W’s blog.
We started our Maths with 5 in 5. This is where Miss Power gives us 5 maths questions that we must complete in 5 minutes. They are all the types of calculations that we have done before; column addition, multiplying or dividing by 10, 100 or 1000, doubling and halving to name a few.
Our next task was to study and understand reading scales, namely thermometers. This can be quite tricky as you need to work out what the divisions are worth (they can be different on each scale).
Try and read the different scales
Pupil of the week is …… Lewis Carrick for a marked improvement with his handwriting and for making the effort to read EVERY night this week! Keep it up!
May we wish a very happy birthday to Emily, who celebrated her birthday last weekend. Hope you had a fun filled day and many thanks for the goodies!
May we remind everyone that our trip to Martin Mere is next week (Wednesday 10th October). For those who have not returned a permission slip and or paymet yet, time is ruuning out! We would be most grateful if this could be sorted as soon as possible.
Well, we’ll say bye for now, have a great weekend and we’ll see you on Monday.
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Some often wonder why the Baha’i Writings are all in ‘fancy old’ English? This can make the works of Shoghi Effendi challenging for some to read. The fact is, Shoghi Effendi was a master of the English Language. He studied at Oxford, and his book God Passes By is held on reserve in the Oxford library as a perfect example of the English language. If the language is difficult at first, this is only natural. Most Baha’is will tell you that it usually takes some getting used to. But after a while, Baha’is often learn to appreciate the poetry and beauty of Shoghi Effendi’s work.
Why are there so many strange names in the Baha’i Faith? This is because the Baha’i Faith has an Arabic and Persian background. It is something that people in the West often struggle with, just as the first believers in the West may have struggled with early Christian names that came from Jewish traditions.
Baha’is believe that the foundation for our lives is the spiritual connection we make with our Creator, and the Writings help to create that connection. Our Writings tell us, “For the core of religious faith is that mystic feeling which unites man with God.” (on behalf of Shoghi Effendi; LG p.544) But some people do not understand why Baha’is read prayers, rather than make them up on our own. They often feel that a prayer is more personal when it comes from their own hearts, rather than reading some other person’s prayers. They may forget that one of the most moving passages of the Bible is the Lord’s Prayer. These are the words of Jesus addressing God, and He taught us how to address God through His example. For Baha’is, reading prayers revealed by Baha’u’llah is an extremely personal and powerful experience. Baha’is believe that these Writings teach the language of prayer. This language elevates your own spiritual nature. The Words are noble, eloquent, and articulate. But more than the tone, the substance of these prayers teaches what is important. Baha’is learn to seek detachment, spiritual growth, and steadfastness in faith. They are reminded of God’s qualities of strength, power, knowledge, forgiveness, mercy, beneficence, love, and compassion. These prayers teach the language of prayer, not just in spirit, but in content. In one Prayer, Baha’u’llah points out that we could not know how to address our Creator unless He taught us when He wrote, “But for Thy leave, who is there that could venture to express Thy might and Thy grandeur; and were it not for Thine instruction, who is the man that could discover the ways of Thy pleasure in the kingdom of Thy creation?” (Baha’u’llah; PM 176).
In the end, the Baha’i Writings are a great ocean of knowledge and insight that are available to anyone. These Writings are the greatest treasure of the Baha’i Faith, and Baha’is hold them close to their hearts. As Baha’u’llah wrote, “Immerse yourselves in the ocean of My words, that ye may unravel its secrets, and discover all the pearls of wisdom that lie hid in its depths. Take heed that ye do not vacillate in your determination to embrace the truth of this Cause — a Cause through which the potentialities of the might of God have been revealed, and His sovereignty established. With faces beaming with joy, hasten ye unto Him.” (GWB, p. 136)
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A film of joy and wonder, Every Little Thing offers profound truths in a deceptively simple story. What does it mean to care for another, and what impact does this act have on us? In tending to these fragile yet resilient hummingbirds, Terry Masear finds a sense of healing from her own past. Her diminutive patients — brought into sharp focus through breathtaking, beautifully detailed photography — become memorable protagonists in their own right. The viewer becomes emotionally invested in Cactus, Jimmy, Wasabi, Alexa, and Mikhail, celebrating their small victories and lamenting their tiny tragedies. The compassion and empathy that Masear shows her Lilliputian charges serves as a lesson to us all — a reminder that in the smallest of acts, and in the tiniest of creatures, we might find grace.
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Stingray Afternoons by Steve Rushin will be discussed on Monday, March 27 @ 3:30p
You have until the 4th Monday of each month @ 3:30pm, where this group will meet to discuss the book read during the month! At this time, group will decide (process yet to be determined) next month’s book!
Please look for discussion questions/topics to bring with you as you are reading.
A snippet from this month’s book:
It’s a story of the 1970s. Of a road trip in a wood-paneled station wagon, with the kids in the way-back, singing along to the Steve Miller Band. Brothers waking up early on Saturday mornings for five consecutive hours of cartoons and advertising jingles that they’ll be humming all day. A father – one of 3M’s greatest and last eight-track-salesman fathers – traveling across the country on the brand-new Boeing 747, providing for his family but wanting nothing more than to get home.
It’s Steve Rushin’s story: of growing up within a ’70s landscape populated with Bic pens, Mr. Clean and Scrubbing Bubbles, lightsabers, and those oh-so-coveted Schwinn Sting-Ray bikes. Sting-Ray Afternoons paints an utterly fond, psychedelically vibrant, laugh-out-loud-funny portrait of an exuberant decade. With sidesplitting commentary, Rushin creates a vivid picture of a decade of wild youth, cultural rebirth, and the meaning of parental, brotherly, sisterly, whole lotta love.
Link to Amazon found here: https://www.amazon.com/Sting-Ray-Afternoons-Steve-Rushin-audiobook/dp/B072XZSW98/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=stingray+afternoon+steve+rushin&qid=1677539446&sprefix=stingray+afternoon%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1
Community Book Club Meeting: Monday, March 27 @ 3:30p- Willmar Community Center
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Empirical Evidence on Process Design and Determinants - Preparation Process of Nonfinancial KPIs for Management Reports
Numerous developments in corporate reporting have contributed to a growing relevance of nonfinancial KPIs (nfKPIs) in recent years. In spite of this growing relevance, preparers of management reports are often challenged with identifying, measuring and adequately reporting the most important nfKPIs. Moreover, various researchers have called for research on the specific challenges of nfKPI reporting. This study sheds light on this "black box" by empirically analyzing the design of the preparation process of nfKPIs for management reports as well as potential influencing factors on this design. Overall, the analysis revealsthat the preparation processes of different companies comprise similar process steps and participant roles. However, the design of these phases and roles show substantial differences between firms, which can be explained by an integrated theoretical model and various influencing factors such as firm size or capital market listing. The empirical analysis is based on interviews with process participants from various departments and hierarchical levels of three publicly-traded and four privately-held companies. In a first step, the preparation processes of these firms are described to identify particularities of the individual processes. In a second step, these analyses are compared to each other to determine the process design and influencing factors. Regarding the process design, the study finds, for example, that firms integrate internal and external stakeholders in their materiality analyses to varying degrees. Preparation processes tend to take place before the preparation of financial statements to relieve the latter. Depending on the firm, a large number of participants and sources of information can be included in the composition and review of nfKPI reporting. The roles of the process participants largely resembles the suggestions of the promotor model, which supports the efficient implementation of the preparation processes. However, individual promotor roles are rarely taken on by a single participant. Rather, individual roles are either carried out by multiple persons, or individual persons are responsible for more than one role. Finally, the factors influencing the process design are analyzed on the basis of multiple organizational theories. The results indicate that particularly the size of the firm and its listing status - as well as other factors such as regulatory requirements - can influence the preparation processes. An integrated theoretical framework supports the analysis and interpretation of how companies adjust their preparation processes to internal and external factors. The study discussesnumerous implications forpreparers, auditors, stakeholders and researchers.
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Certina has officially presented the Chronographe DS-8 Phase de Lune during the Baselworld 2015 show.
Presented in a compact, cushion-shaped body, the 2013 Certina DS Podium Shape (ref. C025.510.16.033.00) is an affordable unisex watch that looks surprisingly refined for a timekeeper that is offered at a price well below the $1000 mark.
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– Heath Slater was eliminated on last night’s episode of WWE NXT. The competition now comes down to Wade Barrett, Justin Gabriel and David Otunga. Next week’s show will be the season finale.
– Randy Orton has told friends that his shoulder injury from Sunday shouldn’t have him out of action for long. Everything indicates that Orton will be ready for the June 20th Fatal 4 Way pay-per-view.
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Galey Bay Camping
Galey Bay Caravan and Camping Park is a friendly and family-run business located along the shores of the majestic Lough Ree in Co. Roscommon and just a short distance from Roscommon Town.
Galey is a perfect base for exploring the many islands of Lough Ree, Clonmacnoise, Galway, Knock and Sligo. It is an ideal location for outdoor pursuits, such as watersports, fishing, sailing, hunting, walking and cycling. The park is open from mid April to the end of October. €27 for MH and Couple, €3 For EHU, €1 for Shower.
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Professor Amotz Zahavi (August 14, 1928 – May 12, 2017) was known to many as a founder of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel and as a scientist who introduced to the world the Handicap Principle. His main work concerned the evolution of signals, animal communication, and social behavior. Zahavi is also credited with codeveloping the information center hypothesis in 1973 with Peter Ward. Towards the end of his life he attempted to apply his signal selection theory (the handicap principle) at the molecular scale.
Amotz Zahavi established the Arabian Babbler research project in 1971 in the Shezaf nature reserve. Since then the research has been conducted continuesly by Amotz and his wife Avishag, together with researchers from all around the world as well as volunteers.
In 1980, The Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel, Zahavi and two other colleagues, was awarded the Israel Prize for SPNI's special contribution to society and the State, for the environment.
In 2011, Zahavi received the Fyssen Foundation's International Prize for the evolution of social communication.
In 2016, Zahavi received a prize for lifetime achievement from the Israel Society of Ecology and Environmental Sciences.
"An individual with a well developed sexually selected character [such as a peacock's flashy tail] is an individual which has survived a test. A female which could discriminate between a male possessing a sexually selected character, from one without it, can discriminate between a male which has passed a test and one which has not been tested. Females which selected males with the most developed characters can be sure that they have selected from among the best genotypes of the male population. "
Amotz Zahavi (1975)
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IIT Jee Advanced result 2018: 26 students from Anand Kumar's Super 30 crack top exam
IIT Jee Advanced result 2018: This exam is not everyone's cup of tea. It takes a lot of effort and right kind of coaching. As the competition is quite tough, it becomes difficult for students from the economically poor background to crack the exam
IIT Jee Advanced result 2018: This exam is not everyone's cup of tea. It takes a lot of effort and right kind of coaching. As the competition is quite tough, it becomes difficult for students from the economically poor background to crack the exam. However, this year again, 26 out of 30 students who were trained at Bihar's 'Super 30'academy have cracked IIT-JEE (Advanced) this year. The IIT-JEE Advanced results were published today. Anand Kumar, the math wizard, founded the academy in 2002. It trains 30 meritorious students for JEE exams from underprivileged sections. "It is satisfying to see that students from the remotest corners, where winds of development have not reached yet and life continues to be a struggle, competing with the best and the privileged lot," PTI quoted Kumar as saying.
Most of the students who have cleared the exam are from the very humble background. Onirjit Goswami, Suraj Kumar, Yash Kumar and Suryakant Das are from economically poor background, it said.
Goswami said cracking IIT was a distant dream but he managed to do it. Goswami said he had received a lot of support from Kumar. Suraj Kumar from Jharkhand, whose parents have never gone to school, has also cracked the exam with flair. His father is a landless farmer and was overwhelmed by his son cracking the exam.
Around 500 students have qualified IIT-JEE in the past 16 years from the institute. Kumar also reportedly provides food and accommodation to the students through the year. Kumar entered the Limca Book of World Records in 2009 and the math wizard plans to take his initiative to across the country.
"The demand for similar initiatives has grown so much across the country that I have to find a way to reach out to more students," Kumar said.
Kumar has earned a lot of applause for his initiative for the success of his Super 30 academy.
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Mariam Shekiladze shares the story of how she found Sally:
In the winter, she appeared on my street in Dighomi, wearing a collar. For several weeks, I naively believed that she was lost. At that time, I had no chance to foster a new dog due to the quarantine of a plague puppy (also abandoned on the street). She followed me home every day and cried at the door. In the end, my mother saved us and fostered her temporarily in Zugdidi. Unfortunately, despite many attempts, I could not find either the old or the new owner in Georgia (I don’t know how someone would ever abandon this miracle dog). Her rescue mission lasted more than half a year. It’s not an easy road, but it’s all worth it for such happy endings like Sally has.
Sally’s new family has a second rescue dog, rescued from Portugal. The Portuguese and Georgian duo have already become friends and will live happily in the Netherlands with Liselotte De Gezelle. And huge thanks to the foster mom in NL who did her best for Sally’s bright future – Linde Wouters and to foster mom in Georgia – Manana Miqenaia
The goal is to rescue, but the dream is that one day we won’t have to.
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Kameloso is a circus collective from Germany, France, Sweden and Denmark specialised in Chinese pole, slack rope, vertical rope, static trapeze and tight wire, working at integrating these circus skills into a context where they become a purpose and necessity.
Kameloso began life as a creation project within the Academy for Circus and Performance Arts ACaPa in Tilburg, Netherlands. A first creative research took place in late 2015 in Tilburg. This initial research focused on exploring the meeting ground between the seven members.
As a collective, Kameloso is creating through a process of shared leadership. In their research, they are focusing on finding solutions for self-implicated restrictions to create new technical material, on dissolving the classical act-based structure and including the group into all scenes.
Using improvisations, theatre games and physical games, Kameloso is discovering and defining artistic materials, the character development and an unpredictable setting for the final show.
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Melbourne Hand Towel Holder Antique Brass
The Yabby tapware solid brass body is finished in a durable coating which does not show fingerprints or watermarks easily.
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The Yankees have been playing as they may never lose again, but they still need another quality starter — and to shore up the bullpen to win a World Series title.
The Yankees are facing a severe roster crunch. Brandon Drury, who the Yankees traded for in the offseason to be the starting third baseman, is coming back from the DL following the treatment migraines — and Greg Bird is racing back from preseason surgery on his right foot.
The Yanks originally signed Neil Walker to a one-year contract to split time at second base with Tyler Wade, who fought his way onto the team in spring training and then quickly lost the job to rookie sensation Gleyber Torres. Second base now belongs to Torres, period.
Miguel Andujar was brought up to play third base when Drury went to the DL and has solidified his place there with electric hitting and good defense. Nobody expected this. The Yankees are 17-2 with the two rookies in the infield, and they are not going anywhere.
Tyler Austin began the season as Greg Bird’s replacement and led all rookies in home runs and RBI during April. Up to his suspension, Austin was slashing .290/.362/.629. Since then, Neil Walker has received most of the playing time at first base and got red-hot in May, raking to the tune of a .400 BA and 1.191 OPS.
When Bird and Drury return in less than three weeks time, there will be eight infielders to man first base through third. That’s too many, so at least two of them must go.
We all remember the proverb, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” How do the Yankees resolve this roster crunch and not break up a winning combination that has awed the baseball world?
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The Yankees can send Tyler Austin to the Triple-A so he can share playing first base with Adam Lind, who is there” just in case.” So what about Neil Walker? Even if the Yankees were to DFA him, who would then back-up at first? There still would be no room for Austin.
Now we must return to the subject of this article. The Yankees need a quality starter, and they definitely need relief help in the bullpen. Trading roster players at this time are the only option for Cashman due to the roster crunch.
Third Base: Drury or Andujar? It has to be Andujar’s job now. He has locked in his future in the Bronx. The Baltimore Orioles look like they will need a third baseman after they trade Manny Machado so maybe they would be interested in Drury.
Second Base: Gleyber Torres. Tyler Wade, down at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre needs to go. Torres will man second base for years to come. For the Yankees to keep Wade makes no sense at all, even in a super utility role that is currently occupied by 25-year-old Ronald Torreyes. Wade will be traded, so why do it now for starting pitching, or maybe the reliever that can keep the good time rolling?
Walker might stay for a while just because nobody else wants him, as Jason Cohen of Pinstripe Alley reported:
"When Greg Bird returns, the Yankees won’t have anywhere to play Neil Walker anymore. He’s not going to take time away from Torres, and outside of a few starts, he won’t be getting major playing time at first base. Perhaps they could use him as a bat off the bench, but he might be better off being shipped out and used to get a better pitcher at the deadline, if his recent performance holds up."
Brian Cashman is a master at blockbuster deals, and it feels like one is coming because of the overabundance of MLB talent currently on the 25-man roster. Drury, Wade, Walker and Austin are almost a complete infield and with MLB experience to-boot.
My guess is the Yankees will get involved in a multi-player/multi-team deal that ends up bringing a quality starter and reliever to the Bronx. Using some combination of their young expendable players as trade chips, will not only relieve the pressure on the roster but be the key to the Yankees’ next world championship.
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Cardinal Peter Appiah Turkson a renowned Ghanaian clergyman, has said if Ghana’s status quo remains the same, the country will become a failed state.
The renowned Clergyman was reacting to the galamsey menace which is plaguing the country.
Speaking in an interview with TV3 Hot Issues, he said, “ If the status quo remains we will get to the stage of becoming a failed state, we have depended on cocoa production, and we are an economy that is based on mines and agriculture, Kwame Nkrumah in his wisdom asked miners to go down and get the minerals and leave the surface for farmers, for us feed on that wisdom has been lost, we now getting the minerals on the surface taking the vegetation, taking the topsoil and then leaving potholes”.
According to him, Kwame Nkrumah’s vision was far more correct.
He further added, “So if we go this way, we lose our vegetation, and the era of climate change you don’t want to lose your vegetation, we lose our topsoil then food production will become an issue”.
Watch the video below:
— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) October 13, 2024
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For more information, we recommend ordering advice of a specialized expert on the acquisition of real estate abroad.
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Many people don’t realize how important it is to maintain their plumbing system throughout the year, especially if there are multiple people living in the same home. A plumbing network needs to be flushed with high-pressure water in order to ensure that no clogs are starting to build up. Clogs will cause low water pressure in a home, as well as pipe explosions when they get too severe. Nobody wants to deal with a flood in their home because a pipe has exploded, which is why there are quality plumbing services available. A good plumber can come to your home after an explosion to repair any damaged pipes, and also come to remove clogs.
When a pipe explodes, the water to a home needs to be entirely shut off. It can’t be turned back on until the pipe has been repaired, or it will cause continuous flooding. A plumber will be able to turn the water off, repair the pipe, and have your home ready for water usage by the time you need to take a shower before work. However, making use of plumbing maintenance services will prevent a pipe explosion from ever happening. Be sure to ask about the techniques a plumber uses to clean out a piping network; chemicals are not a good way to do this because they can cause the metal of the pipe to deteriorate. The high-pressure water is a much better option for clearing out any potential clogs.
If you notice that your shower is not as powerful as it once was, then it’s probably because the water is having a hard time traveling through the pipes to get to the shower. This issue can be very annoying, especially to those who like to feel the water pounding against their body when they shower. A plumber will be able to remove the forming clog so that the shower doesn’t have a weak stream of water anymore. Take advantage of the services a reliable plumber offers in your area, whether it’s an emergency or a basic problem.
When searching for a Plumbing Service in Easton, contact Plumbing. This is one of the most popular choices for Plumbing Service in Easton because they offer emergency services for those who experience an issue in the middle of the night.
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ROME, NOV. 22, 2004 (Zenit.org).- An expert in ecclesial affairs cautions about a growing anti-clerical mentality and the conformism that it is producing.
Father Giandomenico Mucci writes about the trend in the latest edition of the review Civiltà Cattolica.
«Anti-clericalism is a political view,» he writes, borrowing a phrase from philosopher Richard Rorty. «It is the idea that ecclesiastical institutions, despite all the good they do, are dangerous for the health of democratic societies.»
Yet, in the face of this anti-clerical mentality, «in general, silence is kept,» says Father Mucci, an expert in ecclesial affairs.
Articles that appear in Civiltà Cattolica are reviewed by the Vatican Secretariat of State before publication.
In the article, Father Mucci states: «Laicism is a positive value, recognized by the Church when it means the autonomy of the civil and political sphere from the religious-ecclesiastical.» He justifies it with three principles: «the inseparable character between politics and morality; the separation between political society and religious community; and the exclusion of agnosticism or state atheism.»
«Laicism is profoundly linked with pluralism, which is the immediate consequence of freedom,» he explains.
«For its part, the only thing the Church does is to show its concern not to confuse the plurality of culturally and politically legitimate options, with pluralism on the question of moral principles or of substantial values in the Christian conscience,» the priest continues.
Father Mucci distinguishes between laicism and secularism, quoting intellectual Claudio Magris, who describes the latter as an intolerant current typical of bourgeois environments — middle or upper class — because of their religious beliefs or values on life.
The priests explains that laicism is not «monolithic» and acknowledges that there are many differences within it, mentioning for example the diverse secularist conceptions in France — an «interpretation that is based on an atheist and agnostic view of the world» — and in Italy «which scorns doctrines and opinions of the Catholic world.»
The article ends with a question: «Is there a new form of despotism at the door?»
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Zillya! Internet Security
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The module provides you a possibility to clear the cache memory of the phone and delete the unnecessary files.
Also, the module provides the ability to independently choose to clear the "Downloads" folder.
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Simple round-herring projections for November 2024 and implications of not conducting a November 2024 biomass survey.
Financial constraints currently preclude an end of the year hydro acoustic biomass survey. A simple population dynamics model is used to predict the November 2024 survey estimate of round herring biomass. This estimate is reduced by 15 and 30% to account for uncertainty, and the resultant biomass estimates are evaluated against the existing round herring HCR. Considering these estimates as well as the average biomass estimates over recent years, it is unlikely that the PUCL of round herring would be expected to be reduced from the maximum of 120 000t.
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