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This story was updated Oct. 14, at 10:18 a.m., with reports the FDA has flagged an Eli Lilly plant for quality control issues.
Oct. 13, 2020 -- Johnson & Johnson paused dosing and enrollment in all of its COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials due to an unexplained illness in a study participant, the company announced Monday.
Later in the day, Eli Lilly had to acknowledge a pause of a clinical trial of antibody treatment because of a “potential safety concern,” The New York Times reported, citing emails U.S. government officials sent to researchers.
Eli Lilly had been testing the treatment on hospitalized COVID patients, all of whom also received remdesivir.
In a statement to the Times, Eli Lily spokesperson Molly McCully confirmed the pause in the trial and said, “Safety is of the upmost importance to Lilly. Lilly is supportive of the decision by the independent (safety monitoring board) to cautiously ensure the safety of the patients participating in this study.”
But that wasn’t the only challenge facing Eli Lilly. Reuters reported late Monday that FDA inspectors found serious quality control problems at the Lilly plant where the antibody drugs are manufactured.
Inspectors in November found data on the company’s manufacturing processes at the New Jersey plant had been deleted and not correctly audited, Reuters reported, citing government inspection documents.
The FDA sent Lilly an “Official Action Indicated” notice as classified the problems as a serious level of violation, Reuters said.
Meanwhile, in the Johnson & Johnson trial, the patient’s illness is being reviewed and evaluated by an independent monitoring board and the company’s doctors that investigate safety data.
“Adverse events -- illnesses, accidents, etc. -- even those that are serious, are an expected part of any clinical study, especially large studies,” according to the announcement.
Outside researchers running the trial received a document about the pause, which STAT news obtained and first reported on Monday. Johnson & Johnson confirmed the pause with STAT but didn’t share any additional details about the patient’s illness.
“We must respect this participant’s privacy,” the company said. “We’re also learning more about this participant’s illness, and it’s important to have all the facts before we share additional information.”
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Japan's military caught a Chinese TB-001 reconnaissance and attack drone over contested waters near its southwestern islands last week. The so-called Twin-Tailed Scorpion traveled through the East China Sea, passing the strategically significant Miyako Strait, and then turned its route toward a wider Pacific area.
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THE Imo State governor and candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the ongoing governorship election, Hope Uzodimma, has been announced as the winner in each of the 27 local governments of the State.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) began collating results from all the state LGAs, at around 02:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 12, and concluded it by 8:30am of the same day.
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Although it’s becoming more and more of a regular occurrence to see technology fuse itself with the traditional brick and mortar store, it takes an innovative concept store balance of both to get it right.
Denver based Spruce is a men’s style consultancy, barber and clothier. They are also one of the few retailers integrating technology so effectively that they are now looking to make it available to other businesses.
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One of the primary ways they’re joining tech with physical store space is with their Spruce Bot. Built with the intention to help with the running of the store, rather than with the selling, the bot is an important part of their all-connected space. It follows up with a customer after their visit for feedback, helps staff build a rapport by bringing up the name and conversational details of a client before they enter and keeps all of that information about those customers on dedicated profiles.
And, instead of having to download an app to interact, texts and Facebook messages are the communication platforms of choice. With these, Spruce can verify the authenticity of their customers, and the bot can locate and store customer preferences.
The bot is not the only thing Spruce have going for them though. In fact, it’s just one of the many important elements that, when combined, offer an engaging retail space. They have their digital menu board for example, that outlines not only the services they provide, but the price, duration and how long you can expect to wait to be seen in real time.
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They also have their connected shoe display, that shows the store’s live inventory and gives customers the option to alert staff with the style, colour and size of a pair they want to try on when they’re ready. In terms of customer interest and retention, Spruce have installed a ‘turn-away button’, that staff push when turning a client away so they can see when exactly the store is understaffed.
And who says these innovations have to stay within the store’s walls? With pedestrian trip lines, Spruce can identify how busy the street outside is after closing and adjust their signage accordingly. Signage that, because it’s connected to the Internet, turns a bright neon at certain times throughout the day.
With plans to split the store in two, to help focus on both the retail services they offer and licensing the tech to others, there’s a strong feeling that Spruce’s momentum has only just started. But what points can we take away when it comes to the future of retail?
First and foremost, everything’s connected. Be it the bot or the signage, Spruce is utilising the Internet of Things in a traditional brick and mortar environment to create a seamless shopping experience. Second, having that digital interaction with a customer without them having to download an app opens something totally effort free for the customer. And third, they’re sharing. Not only is their blog incredibly in-depth in its parting of connected retail knowledge, but they’ve had so much interest in their bot, they’re now working towards making the technology available to others.
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Luis Arias graduated in Bioanalysis, specialising in Clinical Analysis from the University of Carabobo – Venezuela in 2011.
He developed his professional career in Venezuela holding the specialist in Clinical Analysis position at the Military Hospital of Maracay between 2012-2019 in the different areas of the diagnostic and treatment service. In that time, he also worked for different veterinary centres and hospitals in the haematology, biochemistry and diagnostic microscopy area in small animals. She also worked as an analyst in Molecular Biology Laboratories applied to the detection of various etiological agents and metaxenical diseases.
In the year 2019, he joined the Andrology Department at Instituto Bernabeu in Madrid.
He specialises in human reproductive biology thanks to the Master’s Degree in Reproductive Medicine at the Bernabeu Institute in collaboration with the University of Alicante (2022) and then becomes part of the embryology team at IBMadrid.
He is a member of the Colegio Oficial de Biólogos de la Comunidad de Madrid (COBCM Biologists Association of the Madrid Community), as well as of the Asociación para el estudio de la Biología de la Reproducción (ASEBIR Reproduction Biology Study Association). | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Many modern students choose MBA programs because such major can give you a good kick-start to your career and all the necessary skills and knowledge.
However, there is a nuance to keep in mind. Many business schools are considered to be prestigious educational institutions, and thus, applying to them may be a bit more challenging than you expected.
One of the main issues that applicants face is difficult MBA essay questions. Of course, you can choose to order an essay online instead of writing it, but, in any case, it is beneficial to know how to answer these questions, as this will give you more confidence.
Different schools can provide different MBA essay questions. However, they always have something in common. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the most common MBA essay questions, explain what is expected from you, and give you some useful tips on how to handle these questions with ease.
“Why are you choosing MBA” questions
This is one of the most often asked questions, and thus, it is one of the most important ones. The admission committee wants to hear why you deserve to study in their school. If you were asked to write an essay on this topic, don’t hesitate to highlight your skills and knowledge, talk about your career goals, and explain how the particular school and program can fully realize your professional potential.
Questions related to your personal accomplishments
It doesn’t have to be something huge. It is much better to write about a small accomplishment that is very significant to you, and that shows your good qualities that are valued by the particular school and its community.
Questions related to your interests, hobbies and extracurricular activities
Every school, college or university is a community. And schools often want to see their students as bright and versatile personalities, so you should prove that you are here not only to read books and attend classes but also to become a part of the community. And don’t hesitate to tell how talented and creative you are.
Questions related to challenges and failures
Many students have a wrong approach to this question. But don’t be afraid to admit your mistakes, as it is exactly what is expected from you! Tell what happened, how you handled it, and how this experience helped you (or can help in future). Your goal is to be as honest as possible and show the committee that you can admit your mistakes, draw a conclusion, and learn from your failures.
Questions related to your leadership skills
Every businessperson is a leader! And the admission committee wants to see whether you have leadership skills. Usually, this question will be related to the teamwork somehow, and you will have to talk about a situation in your life when you have helped a team to create a healthy environment, collaborate with each other, and together contribute to finding a solution. In such essay try to focus on the team, instead of talking only about yourself.
Role model related topics
Who is a role model for you? Your answer to this question will help the committee to find out what qualities you value in other people, but try to stay away from clichés to make your essay stand out. Provide clear examples and try to go beyond the “traditional characteristics”.
Questions related to contribution and diversity
As was mentioned earlier – school is a community, and your answer to this question must indicate two important things:
- How you treat people with different background;
- How can you contribute into the enriching the school’s community.
Here, you can discuss pretty much anything that shows that you are a diverse person with strong values and desire to make a contribution to the society.
Now you know what to expect from MBA essay questions and know how to handle them, so go ahead and follow your dreams. Good luck!
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Architectural CGI helps specialists pitch their designs to investors and create beautiful portfolios for their websites and presentations, using top-notch imagery of projects that aren’t even finished yet.
You need a top-notch 3D rendering studio to put your best foot forward. An architectural rendering studio will work with you to generate high-quality CGI images that meet your specific needs, but how exactly do you find one?
In their article, we’ll help you find a 3D visualisation studio that will take your business to the next level by asking the right questions and looking up the right information.
How to Investigate a 3D Rendering Studio
It’s natural to do research before hiring a 3D architectural visualisation studio, but what should you look out for? Let’s have a look.
Visit 3D Architectural Rendering Studio Websites, Forums, and Social Media
Start by examining the 3D architectural rendering studio’s website and social media profiles to see if its style matches yours. Then, look for external sources that verify that everything is above boards. Poor customer reviews, complaints, or negative mentions on industry forums and blogs are definite red flags. If they claim that they’ve worked with high-profile brands and large companies, give their procurement departments a call to verify that they have actually worked together.
Examine Their Portfolio
The architectural visualisation studio should have a solid portfolio showcasing high-quality rendering of exterior and interior environments, virtual tours, and 3D floor plans and animations. Look for 3D visuals that match your project type.
Ask About The Legal Stuff
Don’t be afraid to ask about pricing, possible discounts, and guarantees that will safeguard your project. Ask the hard questions. What happens if the company delivers the imagery late? What happens if you are unhappy with the end result? Do they offer reverts? Refunds?
A good 3D rendering studio won’t be afraid of price transparency. If they are evasive, that’s a red flag!
Secondly, don’t forget to ask about non-disclosure agreements. You need to ensure that your project is kept confidential and that data leaks are avoided at all times.
Keep Up The Communication
When you approach companies for the first time, you need to keep an eye on the way they communicate. If the studio seems frenetic and takes a long time to call you back or respond to emails, their customer service may not meet your expectations when they land the job.
Good communication is key to avoiding disappointment and missed deadlines. Look for a studio that responds timeously to queries, demonstrates an understanding of your operating environment and project, and acts courteously in suitable English.
It’s not just about good customer service – it’s about staying on the same page about your project.
Evaluate the Different CGI Types
Don’t forget that 3D visualisation companies offer different types of CGI. Before you can consider hiring a specific firm, you need to know whether or not they are able to deliver the right format and style that you need and that they are experienced enough in your image type. This can include:
- 3D interior and exterior renderings that show the in- and outside parts of the future building.
- 3D animation shows a photoreal 3D movie of the design in motion for a high-impact visual presentation.
- 3D floor plans show the property in a section from above to showcase the position of the room.
- Virtual tours are interactive walk-throughs of a future property with multiple points of view.
Make sure that the testimonials and references provided by the architectural firm are accurate by calling their references. Ask their past clients what the experience was like, what their learnings were during the project, and whether or not the project was delivered on time. Most clients would be happy to provide a positive reference if the experience was good.
We hope this short guide was useful and that it will help you find the best studio for your needs! Don’t be afraid of asking hard questions. You need a 3D rendering studio that you can really trust for your next project. Make sure to do your due diligence through thorough research. Check out their portfolio, call their past clients, and look out for negative reviews online. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Interlaw Partner Firm Trowers & Hamlins Wins Offshore Finance Award
Interlaw partner firm Trowers & Hamlins has been announced as the winner in the Offshore Finance category at the Islamic Finance News (IFN) Awards 2019.
The IFN awards recognize the best and leading players in the global Islamic finance industry and their contributions in 2018-2019. The awards honor those that have played a critical and impactful role in unravelling the potential of Islamic finance to a wider base of investors and audience.
Partner, Nick Green said: "Receiving this award in the Offshore Finance category demonstrates the continued strength and success of our Islamic finance, cross-border and inward investment and real estate practices. The projects we are involved with, as with this one, are often first-in-market and it is fantastic that we continue to be recognized across the sector and internationally."
Partner, Tony Poole said: "Our clients appreciate the multi-disciplinary expertise, experience and innovation we bring to Islamic finance deals and the range of specialists we have in each relevant sector. We are delighted to have received this award which recognizes our firm as one of the leading players in the Islamic finance industry today." | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
This month we follow the sun to Barcelona in Spain and had the opportunity to sit down with Javier Sterling, our Sales and Business Development Director for Europe, who has been with the company for two years.
Can you tell us a little bit about your background?
“I have been working in the hospitality industry for two decades and have been involved in sales throughout my career. Besides sales and business development I have also been lucky to gain experience in related fields such as customer management and procurement, which has given me great insights and have made my journey even more rewarding in this dynamic industry.”
What have been some of your most memorable moments over the past two years?
“I fondly remember the incredibly warm welcome I received from the team when I started at interTouch. I had the privilege to serve our first customers in Europe and help grow the business in the EMEA region over the past two years, which has been a great experience.”
What makes interTouch a great place to work?
“There are several things that truly stand out at interTouch and make the company a great place to work. These include the professionalism of the team, the atmosphere, our shared passion for quality, and the fact that we all work towards a clear vision for guest-facing technologies in hospitality.”
What is the most exciting part of your role?
“For me, the best part of my role is finding solutions that make a difference for hoteliers and their guests as well as our own organisation and seeing the impact of the work we do.”
What do you see as the biggest trends in hotel technology?
“Technologies that help personalise the guest experience as well as make travel safer, easier and more comfortable are here to stay. The global pandemic has further accelerated the adoption of contactless technology that allow guests to use their own devices, including mobile room keys, in-room controls, virtual assistants, entertainment, and casting. In addition, Wi-Fi access remains vital for the guest experience. It’s not just about speed and security, but increasingly about seamless connectivity and roaming.”
“MAC randomisation on mobile devices and the demand for seamless connections with a home-like experience will make access to Wi-Fi over captive portals fade as Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0) technology become the standard in the hospitality industry. This advanced technology enables hoteliers to automatically connect guests to different tiered bandwidth options based on the membership level of the guest in their loyalty programme, as well as offer private networks per guest room. This brings a new range of opportunities that can improve guest loyalty and allow hotels to monetise their Wi-Fi networks.”
What is your favourite business mantra?
“Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill.
What are your personal key learnings from the Covid-19 pandemic?
“I think we have all realised how fragile life on earth is and how a global crisis can be way closer than we ever thought possible.”
What do you see as the key USPs of interTouch and the key strengths of your team in the region?
“The fact that we are leaders in innovative guest-facing technologies and can offer our customers around the world a very wide range of solutions that make the guest experience better and more seamless, including those developed by our sister companies Nomadix and GlobalReach.”
What advice could you give to young professionals looking to start a career in hospitality technology?
“I would advise young professionals seeking a career in hospitality to trust their abilities and allow themselves to think different and free. There will always be a need for new technology solutions that make hotels smarter, better, greener and more efficient and there is a huge opportunity to shape the concept of the hotel of the future.”
What’s your outlook for the hospitality industry in 2022 and beyond?
“As one of the hardest hit sectors during the global Covid-19 pandemic, hospitality as an industry has been under pressure to find different ways of working across many elements of the hotel guest journey and I believe this will continue in the years to come. It will be interesting to see what the long-term impact on business travel and events will be post pandemic as businesses around the world have adopted teleworking.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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How did a small number of American colonists with very limited means beat the large British empire? They did not do it alone. One of the Patriots’ most urgent goals was to gain foreign aid and form alliances with other countries. They succeeded through propaganda, diplomacy, and treaties.
Propaganda has helped win many wars. The Continental Congress established the Secret Committee of Correspondence to publicize the American cause in Europe. Over a period of two years from 1775 until 1777 it sent propaganda to its allies in Europe. The purpose of these letters was to explain to the Europeans why the colonists were doing what they were doing, what they were doing, and that others should support their cause. Benjamin Franklin was one of the more popular writers of this propaganda. He wrote to influential people in France because he knew that the French were upset at having lost the Seven Years’ War with England. They had lost territory in the Americas during the French Indian War and had a reason for wanting to take revenge on England.
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He was very popular among the French. At first the French only provided hidden support through American traders. After the colonies declared their independence in 1776, they provided a secret loan, but refused to sign a treaty because George Washington had lost so badly in New York. Yet, it was very important to have alliances such as the Indians, Spanish, or the French because the American Colonies had declared their independence and entered into a war with England and the more countries approved their cause and supported them the better chance they had of overpowering their enemy. Through these alliances, the Patriots hoped to receive money, soldiers, training for their army, generals, horses, food, clothing, artillery, and much | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed a ruling that certain claims reciting a “housing . . . being cast in one piece” should be construed as a product-by-process claim element and affirmed the subsequent finding of invalidity of all challenged claims. Kamstrup A/S v. Axioma Metering UAB, Case No. 21-1923 (Aug. 12, 2022) (Reyna, Mayer, Cunningham, JJ.)
Kamstrup owns a patent directed to an ultrasonic flow meter housing in the form of a monolithic polymer structure that is cast in one piece. The patent specification explains that the invention can be fabricated with fewer steps compared to existing meters, since only a single step is used to form the monolithic polymer structure. Axioma petitioned for inter partes review of all claims of the patent, and the Patent Trial & Appeal Board (Board) found each claim unpatentable as either obvious or anticipated.
The Board construed the claim term “being cast in one piece” to be a product-by-process claim element. Kamstrup did not present any evidence showing that this claim element provided structural or functional differences distinguishing the housing itself from the prior art, and therefore the Board determined that the housing element was not entitled to patentable weight. The Board subsequently invalidated the independent claim and various dependent claims based on a prior art meter having a housing. The Board also found the remaining dependent claims to be invalid based on two additional references, which the Board determined were sufficiently analogous to flow meter technology to merit consideration in its obviousness analysis.
On appeal, Kamstrup challenged the Board’s product-by-process construction. The Federal Circuit explained that product-by-process claiming is designed to enable an applicant to claim an otherwise patentable product that resists definition other than by the process by which it is made. Where a product-by-process claim element is implicated, structural and functional differences distinguishing the claimed product from the prior art must be shown in order for that claim element to be relevant (limiting) to the anticipation or obviousness inquiry. If no structural or functional differences are shown, the element is given no patentable weight. Turning to the claim element at issue, the Court found that the plain meaning of the term “housing . . . being cast in one piece” implicated a product-by-process interpretation since it described the structure “being” cast in a particular way. The Court also affirmed the Board’s finding of invalidity because Kamstrup failed to identify any disclosure in the specification, prosecution history or extrinsic evidence of any structural or functional differences between the housing element as claimed and the prior art.
Kamstrup also argued that the two secondary prior art references were not analogous prior art because they fell within the field of “medical devices for thermodilution,” and therefore they should not be included in an obviousness analysis. The Federal Circuit disagreed, finding that the references were directed to “sensing or measuring fluid flow and fluid flow characteristics such as temperature,” which is related to “flow meters that include different types of sensors.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Richard Crowe decided to treat his wife to a special holiday to mark a special birthday, and so he booked a trip to Thailand. As an extra treat he booked business-class seats with Etihad at a cost of almost €5,000. On the outward journey all was well, but the same can not be said for the return journey.
“We were delayed arriving to BKK airport. However, we had prebooked our seats and – I checked – business-class passengers had to be there 45 minutes prior to departure. We arrived at the desk at 5.30pm for a flight at 6.20pm [so 50 minutes]. There was one person in front of us who seemed to take an age, so I called an agent from behind the desk. She informed me that the flight had closed at 5.20pm [an hour prior]. When I advised her that we were business class, she said it didn’t matter as the flight was overbooked and they had no seats.”
So Crowe asked to see a supervisor, which took another 10 minutes. "He apologised and said not to worry, they had another flight at 8.10pm and we would still make our connection in Abu Dhabi, " he continues. "Only problem was, he had one seat in business. Not a problem, I told him: I would fly economy. I just needed to get home for 10am on Monday. Anyway, he told us go for a coffee and come back at 7.30pm."
Crowe has a contact in Dublin Airport, so he called him. The contact said he would double-check with Etihad in Dublin. “He called back and said we were priority one and two on the next flight. He also advised that there were five staff confirmed on this flight in business class and we should have priority as a full fare-paying customer.”
The couple arrived back at the desk at about 7.20pm and there were a further eight people trying to get on this flight. “Eventually the supervisor came forward and told us all there were no seats. Interestingly, I observed two passengers receiving boarding cards and I asked them if they were for our flight. They were. When I confronted the supervisor about this, he said they were economy-plus passengers, which I don’t understand at all.”
So our reader told the Etihad staff member that he had to get back to Dublin for work on Monday and asked to be rerouted. “At this point he changed attitude and said we were not denied boarding and were one minute late arriving at the desk at 5.36pm. He said they had another flight at 2.20am and we should go standby [this was overbooked by 12 people]. He had another flight at 8am – again overbooked by 10 people, all on top of the 10 people now standing at the desk.”
At this point Crowe had no option but to find a way home, so he bought two tickets to Hong Kong with Cathay Pacific, flew Hong Kong to London and eventually arrived home at 10pm on Sunday, a day later and €2,000 poorer.
“On my return I contacted Etihad and relayed the above events. They apologised and asked for 48 hours to respond. They responded to say the local agent advised them that we arrived at 17.37pm [now two minutes late] and that they were not obliged to refund me the cost of getting new tickets. They said I should apply for a refund for unused sectors of our tickets.
“My brother-in-law examined the tickets and calculated that we should get half back less admin fees, which would be in the region of €2,000. At this point we decided to apply for this and write it off as a bad experience.”
That avenue has now been blocked too. “They have now replied to say that there is no refund due as the cancellation charges exceed the refund amount. Quite apart from the fact that we didn’t cancel anything, I find it incredible that they have such charges. I know that there is a fuel surcharge of about €500, so surely we are entitled to a refund on half of that, not to mention taxes. I have my own business and if I treated my customers in such a manner, I doubt I would survive very long.”
We contacted the airline and received the following statement: “The airline strives to deliver the highest standards of customer service for its passengers and we regret the inconvenience that was caused on the passenger’s return journey from Thailand. We have remained in contact with Mr Crowe to apologise for the experience and have also offered compensation.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Every year, Ithaca College’s Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival (FLEFF) showcases global media projects focusing on issues of sustainability, with events both on campus and at local independent theater Cinemapolis. This year’s effort was initially canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but has since moved completely online, replete with virtual screenings.
This year’s festival has three different initiatives, composed of more than 50 films and new media projects, and includes two exhibitions, “Radical Infiltrations” and “Infiltrations: A Different Media Environment.”
An online exhibition of new media art, “Radical Infiltrations,” showcases art generated by code, algorithm and interfaces that explore the power of questioning and even challenging infiltrations, such as the manipulations of profit-driven algorithms and the relentless rhetoric of political polarization.
“Infiltrations: A Different Media Environment” features eight different independent media groups from Australia, Canada, China, Indonesia, and the United States, featuring short, community-produced, and modestly resourced videos that confront urgent unresolved environmental, health, and political issues, including coronavirus. The exhibition is a partnership between FLEFF and the Park Center for Independent Media. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Once upon a candlelit time, men of the cold distant north preserved the works of the authors of the ancient world, which surely would have surprised fellows such as Plato, Aristotle and Polybius, that their works would be snatched from Time’s ravenous maw by such recluses, living humbly on the fringe of the ruins of the civilization the authors had attempted to advance and preserve in writing.
Imagine my thrill this past Saturday when I received a parcel, delivered by the hands of a comely slave, with an insolent gleam in her eye and a lithe toss of the ample hip, to me at the very gate of the plantation, which contained the following sacred relics:
4 Vintage Howard Paperbacks
1964, Ace, NY, 157 pages, the saga of Esau Cairn, alienated boxer/wrestler/strongman of Earth, who travels to a savage planet and finds himself
Marchers of Valhalla
1978, Berkly, NY, 215 pages, a collection of seven tales, unsold in Howard’s time, mostly set in the British Isles of the Dark Ages, including The Grey God Passes, featuring a warrior who wore a slave’s collar but wielded a king’s sword
The Last Ride
1978, Berkly, NY, 162 pages, a collection of six western shorts stories, none of which I have read and am very excited about
Black Vulmea’s Vengeance
1979, Berkly, NY, 183 pages, a collection of three novelettes set in the pirate-infested Caribbean, featuring a “black-Irish” pirate eager to avenge himself upon the hated British! I once stood at the Walden’s Book store and wondered, should I complete my Mars collection, or buy Black Vulmea’s Vengeance, Worms of the Earth and Skullface. I elected to complete the Burroughs collection and come back the next week with my school lunch money and buy the three Howard titles I did not have. When I returned the following week only Worms of the Earth remained on the rack.
Thank you, Nero!
You’re not a bad dude, for a Pict.
Deuce recently donated:
Lord of Samarcand and Other Adventure Tales of the Old Orient
The Black Stranger and Other American Tales
The Riot at Bucksnort and Other Western Tales
The End of the Trail: Western Stories
These collections should fill in all the holes in my Robert E. Howard library except for the boxing material.
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A slow news cycle finally ended today with a local story. The Griffins are a large Northern Kentucky family which owned a rendering business (think road kill and restaurant grease) that was sold for $840 million in 2010. The business was operated along traditional gender roles with the males running the business and the women not participating.
The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a $584 verdict against two of the Griffin brothers in favor of three of their sisters. The verdict stemmed from the brothers’ handling of their parents’ estates two and three decades ago. The sisters became aware that something might have been amiss with the way the estates were handled when a piece of real estate they should have inherited was transferred to the family company for $1 in 2010 to facilitate the sale of the company. A federal court’s award of $178 million to each daughter was the subject of the appeal.
Four points and one disclaimer:
1. In the interest of full disclosure, half of my life ago I worked for the firm which represented the Griffin sons although I have no knowledge of the family or the matter.
2. I remain surprised that some of the claims by the sisters are not barred by the statute of limitations because the parents died 20 and 30 years ago respectively and their estates were probated then.
3. Good estate planning documents and/or a buy sell agreement which provided that the family business was to be transferred to the sons would have prevented most of this dispute.
4. The Supreme Court only hears cases involving questions of law or where courts differ on legal interpretation of an issue. Neither seems to apply here so this case is likely over.
5. Sale of real estate for $1? One would think that people in the rendering business would certainly know the mantra that pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered.
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The Solis and Celestial Necklace by Pass Around The Smile
They pair so beautifully together, these necklaces aren’t conjoined, so you can also wear them separately.
These necklaces are 14k Gold Plated, made with a delicate chain and pendants. 39cm chain with 5cm extender chain.
This is a delicate product, so please avoid coming into contact with water, moisturisers and perfumes, as this may discolour your necklace.
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Streisand opened the two Brooklyn concerts by proclaiming: ““I love people from Brooklyn. Because they’re real. Down to earth. They tell it like it is.” Later on in the concert she joked, “The last time I sang in Brooklyn it was on a stoop on Pulaski Street!”
Backed by a 60-piece orchestra, Streisand sang most of her big hits. Her songs were framed by video montages of her Brooklyn childhood and early career. They include images of her high school and the yeshiva she attended. Also on stage was her son, JASON GOULD, 46, the son of Streisand’s ex-husband, actor ELLIOTT GOULD, 75. Jason sang a solo song and a duet with his mother.
By the way, Streisand pleased locals by re-working a few lyrics, like rhyming “Brooklyn Docks” with “nova lox”-- and in case you were wondering—her shimmering gowns were designed by DONNA KARAN, 65, Streisand’s long-time “BFF.”
Bayer’s Bar Mitzvah Boy
VANESSA BAYER, 32, joined Saturday Night Live four years ago. She has gradually emerged as a stand-out cast member with dead-on impressions of Miley Cyrus, and Hillary Clinton, as well as funny characters she has created, like Jacob, the bar mitzvah boy.
She recently spoke to Rolling Stone magazine about the creation of Jacob: “The town I grew up in [Orange, a small Cleveland suburb] was at least fifty percent Jewish, so every weekend in the 7th grade, we went to Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. It's kind of based on that. A lot of my brother's friends who have seen it think that the gestures I make are based on my brother, which is pretty funny and might be true. When I started doing standup in college, I just started doing that character. My first year on the show, one of the writers wrote me into a sketch where I played a Bar Mitzvah boy and I got to do it, which was so cool. . . but the whole thing started in my standup. I felt like I had seen that boy so much, and it's so fun to play that little awkward boy who likes to tell dad-style jokes.”
Levine is Sexiest
People Magazine has named rock musician and “The Voice” coach ADAM LEVINE, 34, their sexiest man alive for 2013. 1998 winner HARRISON FORD, 71, whose late mother was Jewish, is the only other tribe member to be named “sexiest” since 1985, when the award began.
Here’s the Jewish “411” on Levine, including some info not in other sources: Levine, who identifies as Jewish, has been secular as an adult. His father is Jewish, while his mother is the daughter of a non-Jewish mother and a Jewish father (his maternal grandfather descends from English Jews and maybe some Sephardim). His Jewish step-mother is the mother of Levine’s younger half-brother, SAM.
Levine told a British Jewish paper that he was raised with only a little Jewish religious observance and, in light of that, he decided to decline his father’s offer to give him a bar mitzvah ceremony. He said he felt it was a serious ceremony that evidenced a spiritual commitment he hadn’t been prepared for. He thought it wrong that many of his Jewish peers had a bar mitzvah because they wanted a big party and gifts.
By the way, Harrison Ford once seriously said that he wasn’t tattooed so he could be buried in a Jewish cemetery. Trust me: while Jewish religious law seriously frowns on tattoos---it is a persistent myth that Jewish cemeteries refuse burial to the tattooed. So, in case you were wondering and worrying: the “very tattooed” Levine could be buried in a Jewish cemetery.
The Stork Visits Snow White
Last week, it was confirmed that actress GINNIFER GOODWIN, 35, and her fiancé, actor Josh Dallas, 31, were expecting a child. The two met when they were cast as the co-stars of “Once Upon a Time,” the ABC fantasy series (she plays Snow White and Dallas plays Prince Charming). Last May, Goodwin re-affirmed her commitment to Judaism before her hometown synagogue and stated that her then- boyfriend (Dallas) was fine with their home being a “Jewish home.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
JLL recognized for leadership in responsible supply chain management
Awarded ‘A’ Supplier Engagement Rating by CDP
CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2022 – JLL (NYSE: JLL) has been recognized by the global environmental non-profit CDP for taking effective action to manage impacts through its supply chains and help tackle climate change.
CDP has awarded JLL an ‘A’ Supplier Engagement Rating (SER) on its 2021 CDP Supplier Engagement Leaderboard. This is the first time JLL has achieved an ‘A’ SER. Companies with the best SER are celebrated as Supplier Engagement Leaders. In 2021, this represented just the top 8% of companies who disclosed to the full climate questionnaire.
“Sustainable businesses need sustainable supply chains. JLL is proud to have been recognized by CDP for our work engaging with our suppliers to tackle climate change,” said Richard Batten, JLL’s Chief Sustainability Officer.
Juud Tempelman, JLL’s Chief Procurement Officer, said, “Sustainable procurement is at the heart of our global sustainability program. Being recognized on the Supplier Engagement Leaderboard by CDP validates our ongoing efforts to align what we do and how we service our customers with our unswerving focus on sustainability.
“Real estate is a big contributor to carbon emissions and needs to be a big part of the solution. We demonstrate our commitment to and leadership in sustainable procurement by working collaboratively with our supply chain partners and customers each day to deliver against our sustainability goals at the scale and pace required for us to reach net-zero by 2040.”
Sonya Bhonsle, Global Head of Value Chains & Regional Director Corporations, CDP, said, “Our data shows that companies currently have blinkers on when it comes to assessing their indirect impacts and engaging with suppliers to reduce them. Companies must act urgently to cascade action and manage environmental impacts throughout their supply chains to scale the level of action to secure a 1.5°C future. As a Supplier Engagement Leader, JLL is a trailblazer driving the transition towards a sustainable net-zero future.”
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The CDP SER provides a rating for how effectively companies are engaging their suppliers on climate change. CDP assesses performance on supplier engagement using a company’s response to selected questions on governance, targets, scope 3 emissions, and value chain engagement in the CDP climate change questionnaire. The SER Introduction and SER methodology 2021 is available on CDP’s guidance page for more information. The full list of companies that achieved a place on the leaderboard this year will be available on CDP’s website from 05:01 GMT on February 10, 2022, at:
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Detoxification with Joalis products is a guided cleansing of the body, which focuses on fine-tuning out the health and psyche of an individual. In our food supplements we have been connecting the effects of herbs with the power of information for more than 20 years.
The body is a perfect organism with the ability to heal itself. All it needs it a little help. Our health starts deteriorating when the body accumulates larger amounts of specific natural and/or artificial substances. This usually does not concern the accumulation of just one toxic substance in the body, but rather a cocktail of toxins that occur commonly in the environment.
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When you hear "radar", you probably think of weather radar and a policeman writing a ticket. In reality there are many kinds of radar used for everything from detecting when to open automatic doors at shops to imaging cracks in concrete foundations. I've always found radar and radar data fascinating. Some time back I saw Dr. Gregory Charvat modify an old police radar on YouTube and look at the resulting signal. I happened to see that model of radar (a 1970's Kustom Electronics) go by on EBay and managed to buy it. I'm going to present several experiments with the radar over a few posts. If you want to learn more about radar and the different types of radar I highly recommend Dr. Charvat's book Small and Short-Range Radar Systems. I haven't bought a personal copy yet, but did manage to read a few chapters of a borrowed copy.
The radar I have outputs the doppler shift of a signal that is transmitted, reflected, and received. Doppler is familiar to all of us as we hear the tone of a train horn or ambulance change as it rushes past us. Since there is relative motion of the transmitter (horn) and receiver (your ears), there is a shift in received frequency. Let's say that the source emits sound at a constant number of cycles per second (frequency). Now let's suppose that the distance between you and the source begins to close quickly as you move towards each other. The apparent frequency will go up because the source is closer to you each emitted cycle and you are closer to the source!
This particular radar transmits a signal at a frequency of 10.25 GHz. This outgoing signal is continually transmitted and reflected/scattered off of objects in the environment. If the object isn't moving, the signal returns to the radar at 10.25 GHz. If the object is moving, the signal experiences a doppler shift and the returned frequency is higher or lower than 10.25 GHz (depending on the direction of travel). This particular radar can be easily hacked and we can record the doppler frequency out of a device called a mixer. The way this unit is designed, we can't tell if the frequency went up or down, just how much it changed. This means we don't know if the targets (cars) are coming or going, just how fast they are traveling. Maybe in a future set of posts, we'll build a more complex radar system such as the MIT Cantenna Radar. Be sure to comment if that's something you are interested in.
Since we'll be measuring speeds that are "slow" compared to the speed of light, we can ignore relativistic effects and calculate the speed of the object knowing the frequency change from the mixer, and the frequency of the radar.
I took the radar out to the street and recorded several minutes of traffic going by, including city busses. Making a plot of the data with time increasing as you travel left to right and doppler frequency (speed) increasing bottom to top, we get what's known as a spectrogram. Color represents the intensity of the signal at a given frequency at a certain point in time.
The red lines are strong reflectors (the cars). Most of the vehicles slow down and turn on a side street in front of the radar. About 30 seconds in there are three vehicles, two slow down and turn, the third again accelerates on past. Next I'll be lining up a video of these cars passing the radar with the data and you'll be able to hear the doppler signal. To do that I'm learning how to use a video processing package (OpenCV) with Python.
In the next few installments, we'll look at videos synced with these data, radar signatures of people running, how radar works when used from a moving car, and any other good targets that you suggest! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
A shore-based test and integration facility will be kitted out with the Type 31 mission systems equipment, under a deal with Thales.
News Release, Abbey Wood, 09 May 2023: A shore-based test and integration facility will be kitted out with the Type 31 mission systems equipment, under a deal with Thales that secures dozens of UK jobs.
The £70 million contract will provide equipment and technical services into the Type 31 Mission System Shore Integration Facility at Portsdown Technology Park, the Royal Navy’s test and integration facility in Portsmouth. The facility will ensure the mission systems and equipment, which will be fitted to the five Type-31 – or Inspiration-class – frigates, can be safely and effectively used by the Royal Navy personnel on board the highly-capable vessels.
The contract, placed by Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), the procurement arm of the UK MOD, will secure 30 highly skilled engineering jobs in Crawley where the Thales Above Water Systems unit is based. More than 2,650 jobs are being supported by the Type 31 programme, delivering on the Prime Minister’s priority to grow the economy and support jobs across the UK.
Being built by Babcock, Type 31 will be the beating heart of the Royal Navy’s surface fleet, deterring aggression and supporting the UK’s national interests across the world. With a significant UK-based supply chain, this contract is one of many that will support the manufacture and testing of the Type 31 vessels before entering the fleet.
Minister for Defence Procurement, James Cartlidge said: “I’m delighted to see this continued collaboration with industry, ensuring the critical combat capabilities on our Type 31 fleet will be not only world leading in terms of capability, but safe for our personnel.
“Type 31 will be a critical asset to the Royal Navy and this significant investment will secure a number of highly-skilled jobs in Crawley, beyond the thousands of further jobs across the whole Type 31 programme.”
The construction of the Type 31 fleet will support around 1,250 highly-skilled jobs at Babcock and see the creation of an additional 150 apprenticeships. A further 1,250 roles in the UK supply chain are also expected to be supported by the programme. The entire Type 31 fleet is expected to be delivered by the end of 2028 and to enter service with the Royal Navy by the end of 2030.
DE&S Director General Ships Vice-Admiral Paul Marshall said:“I am incredibly proud of the Type 31 team at DE&S who have worked collaboratively and with great endeavour to secure this critical contract as the ships move ever closer to entering service with the Royal Navy.”
Commodore Steve Roberts, Deputy Director Ships Acquisition with the Royal Navy, said: “The Royal Navy is excited about the capability and flexibility that the T31 Class will bring. The ships will conduct critical maritime security tasks and the Type 31 Mission System Shore Integration Facility will play a vital role to ensure the ships are ready, and remain ready, to undertake these operations.”
Type 31 will be equipped with innovative technology and will benefit from MBDA’s Sea Ceptor, a supersonic anti-air missile defence system, as well as a 57mm and two 40mm Bofors naval guns, and a 4D radar system.
The newest of the Royal Navy’s frigate fleet will undertake a variety of roles on operations including interception and disruption of illegal activity at sea, intelligence gathering, Defence engagement and providing humanitarian support. The vessels – by design – also have the ability to adapt to the ever-evolving threats of the 21st century. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Tomato sauce is a popular condiment enjoyed worldwide, finding its way into various dishes such as pasta, pizza, and many more. While homemade tomato sauce is delightful, meeting the demand of the market requires large-scale production, which is where industrial equipment comes into play. In this blog, we will explore the essential industrial equipment used in the production of tomato sauce, shedding light on the process from start to finish.
Tomato Washing and Sorting Equipment
The process begins with the arrival of freshly harvested tomatoes. The tomatoes are washed thoroughly to remove dirt, debris, and any contaminants. Industrial tomato washing equipment uses water and sometimes mild cleaning agents to ensure the tomatoes are clean and ready for further processing. After washing, the tomatoes are sorted to eliminate any damaged or unripe ones, ensuring only the best quality tomatoes move forward in the production line.
Tomato Cutting and Crushing Equipment
Once sorted, the tomatoes are conveyed to cutting and crushing equipment. These machines help break down the tomatoes into smaller pieces, facilitating the extraction of juice and pulp. Depending on the desired texture of the final sauce, some industrial setups use machines that control the size of the tomato pieces for specific recipes.
Tomato sauce making machine
After crushing, the resulting pulp undergoes refining to eliminate any unwanted seeds and skin fragments. Refining equipment consists of sieves, screens, and filters that separate the tomato seeds and skin from the pulp. The refined pulp is then collected and prepared for the next stage of processing.
Tomato Paste Evaporators
The refined tomato pulp, also known as tomato puree, is concentrated using evaporators. Tomato paste evaporators remove a significant portion of water from the pulp, reducing it to a thicker consistency known as tomato paste. This process helps extend the shelf life of the sauce and reduces transportation costs due to the reduced volume of the end product.
Tomato Paste Sterilization and Packaging
Before packaging, the tomato paste must be sterilized to ensure it is free from harmful microorganisms, increasing its shelf life. Sterilization can be achieved using heat treatment or other preservation methods that maintain the sauce’s quality while eliminating bacteria and enzymes. Once sterilized, the tomato paste is packaged into various containers, including cans, glass jars, or aseptic packaging, depending on the requirements of the market.
Quality Control and Inspection
Throughout the entire production process, quality control is crucial to ensure the tomato sauce meets safety and taste standards. Industrial equipment includes sensors, cameras, and automated systems that continuously monitor the production line, identifying any defects or inconsistencies. This step helps guarantee the final product’s quality and reduces the risk of faulty batches reaching the market.
The production of tomato sauce on an industrial scale requires a well-coordinated and efficient process. From washing and sorting the tomatoes to sterilization and packaging, each stage involves specific industrial equipment designed to streamline production and maintain the sauce’s quality. These machines and processes play a significant role in meeting the market demand for this beloved condiment while ensuring a consistent, safe, and flavorful product for consumers worldwide.
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I meant to get up yesterday and get to work on choral planning. However, I got up in a bit more of a lazy mood. Eileen went to the doctor and I spent most of the morning with Schubert. I have been working on his F minor impromptu for a while. I love the middle section and am still mastering the crossing of hands in it. Gorgeous stuff.
I did get some work done in the afternoon. It took me about two hours but I finished the bulletin info not only for this upcoming Sunday, but the following one. That will get us a week ahead for the fall season. This will enable the church secretary to make multiple copies of upcoming psalms for the choir to rehearse.
I have been reading through Bach’s Leipzig chorales for organ. So many great works here. A few days ago I played through Von Gott will ich nicht lassen, BWV 658. I have been thinking that due to upcoming removal of our old organ to make way for the new that it might be a good time to do some cool organ music.
So I did something I rarely do. I changed the opening hymn recommendation for this Sunday to the Hymnal 1982 version of Von Gott will ich nicht lassen: “If thou but trust in God to guide thee.” I had originally scheduled “Praise to the Lord” (Lobe den herren) as a sort of generic praise opening hymn. There was an element of “trust” running in the readings for the day including an explicit mention in the opening collect which begins “Grant us, O Lord to trust in you with all hearts…” So with some slight misgivings I changed the hymn and scheduled Bach’s lovely piece.
This is kind of a goofy video I found of the piece, but I like it when they show the score as they play. And it’s a good tempo.
I anthropomorphize my little old crappy organ.
I feel like it’s a sort of farewell to it to give it some fine music to sing in its last days at Grace. I paired the Bach with a setting of the closing hymn tune, Holy Manna, by Wilbur Held who almost made it to 101 last year before he died. I was tempted to finally learn Alec Wyton’s partita on our annual kickoff Sunday hymn, “Earth and All Stars.” I pulled it out and rehearsed a few pages. It would take a Herculean effort with my meager abilities to have it ready a week from Sunday. So no. I opted instead for a setting by David Cherwien which involves some quick threes against twos and is cheerful. For the postlude a week from Sunday I thought it would be cool to play some African organ music since the closing hymn is the John Bell rendition of the Zimbabwean hymn, “If you believe and I believe.” Again I put some difficult music on the organ stand and then decided discretion would be the better part of valor for the choir’s first Sunday. Instead I will just improvise on the hymn as the postlude. This is my cop out postlude and is very easy for me.
My morning reading contained another happy coincidence. I am still working on Shakespeare’s Henry IV part 1 which has the great Falstaff in it. I started the next chapter in Alex Ross’s Listen to This. It’s about Verdi and mentioned his opera Falstaff. Cool. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Life has dealt me a mishmash of experiences, from my early days as a naval officer, traversing oceans in large metal ships, to later taking multiple journeys into the Amazon jungle to commune with indigenous healers and wisdom keepers. I’ve spent months in the Yucatan jungle, as well, with a dog as my only companion at times, as I meditated and watched the jade-blue Caribbean waters deliver mounds of cruise-ship trash to my doorstep.
At the end of the day, I’m a person, like any other, doing his part to bring compassion and awareness to a world in rapid transition, as we watch biodiversity decline and the oceans die. Amid this chaos, I see hope, indelibly inscribed in the heart of humanity. I see a time when greed and fear can be set aside, allowing balance to return, when we finally see the truth of our higher selves and embrace the infinite power that is our birthright. It is then that our light will shine brighter than ever before. That time is now, and I write to make that light a little brighter.
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I was thrilled to be invited back to Woodland Grange by Make Venues I simply couldn’t resist the opportunity to capture their beautifully refurbished restaurant, which I’m sure any guest would love to dine in.
The stunning design by Mayan Interiors and the gorgeous artificial plants from Oasis Plants truly add to the ambience and make the space feel warm and inviting. I’ve attached a few images for you to see for yourself! What I love about the design and space is the soft, diffused lighting, creating a relaxing and intimate setting. The chairs are upholstered in beautiful soft luxurious fabrics, and the tables are well-spaced, providing diners with plenty of room to relax and enjoy their meal.
One thing that I love about professional interior photography is that it can help showcase a hotel’s unique brand and style. By highlighting the hotel’s aesthetic and values, it can set it apart from competitors and attract guests who appreciate those same qualities. This, in turn, can lead to more loyal and satisfied customers. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Seven counts of second degree sexual abuse lead to no prison time for Bricelyn teen.
Eighteen year old Kody Walter Roth of Bricelyn was charged with those counts for allegedly sexually abusing a minor in Winnebago County between January 2019 and June 2020. Even though he was a minor himself when the sex abuse occurred, Roth was prosecuted as an adult.
Roth pleaded guilty to two counts of second degree sex abuse and the rest were dismissed as part of a plea deal. He was sentenced Tuesday to 180 days in a residential correctional facility and five years of supervised probation. Roth must also complete all recommended sex offender treatment and sign up with the Iowa Sex Offender Registry. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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How to encourage and motivate soccer goalkeepers and players with fun
Amanda J. Visek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Exercise Science at The George Washington University, Milken Institute School of Public Health. Amanda focuses her research and efforts on improving child and adolescent health through sustained sport participation. More Information.
Note From Christian and Keeperstop.com: I had the opportunity to meet Amanda at the NSCAA coaches convention where she was discussing her research on FUN in front of a packed lecture hall of coaches ranging from youth to college. As coaches we struggle with balancing our own ego and desire to win with creating fun learning team and practice environments. Winning can be fun but there is so much more that goes into enjoyment of a sport and encouraging future participation. I am passionate about young people getting involved, learning life lessons on and off the field, building bonds, and most importantly having fun which is why I suggest discussing this with your youth athletes and coaching peers. This is a great read for coaches and parents alike.
Much of the popular media buzz and excitement generated by the FUN MAPS research stems from the need and desire voiced by many to put the fun back into the ever increasing ultra-competitive youth sport environment. What’s more, the FUN MAPS are challenging one of the most common perceptions in the youth sport arena today – that “having fun” is synonymous with “goofing off”. Not so, according to the FUN MAPS. Contrary to what many may think, fun does not come at the expense of individual athlete and team achievement efforts. In other words, it appears that greater athletic performance is more likely to be achieved if kids are engaged in the most fun sport experiences possible. So, exactly what is fun? | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Following up on the news that the “Royal Disease,” hemophilia, apparently was factor IX deficiency in Queen Victoria’s lineage, comes this delightful report from my friend, Richard Atwood, self-made historian about all things hemophilia. He also happens to be president of the North Carolina Chapter. While Richard does not have hemophilia, he is fascinated by hemophilia and keeps what must be the most extensive listing of hemophilia in literature and history.
So he sent me this message: “Located on the northern California coast in Fort Bragg is the North Coast Brewing Company, proud purveyors of the award winning Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout. Rasputin was the consummate hemophilia health care provider, surrounding himself with wine, women and song, and then applying his hypnotic stare and laying on his hands to ease the symptoms of a hemophilic bleed.
Check out the brewery website — www.northcoastbrewing.com — to view the available merchandise for the Old Rasputin ‘Never Say Die’ t-shirts and hats, and then enjoy the brew by imbibing in San Francisco.”
Do you know why the motto is “Never Say Die”? If not, and you have hemophilia in your family, look it up! Very funny.
The annual NHF meeting is in San Francisco from October 28-31. Halloween, Rasputin, beer… sounds like a good time! I’ll be there– at NHF, not the brewery. For now, I am in London, home of the royal family that gave hemophilia its royal disease tagline. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The Krishnanattam may be a mosaic of people and classic arts, a dance drama, has evolved from this Krishnageethi over three hundred years past. avatarnattam originated as a consecrated providing to Shri Krishna. The performance stretching eight nights is predicated on the Indic text, avatar Geethi.
This work deals with the avatar avatar – from Krishna’s birth to his final liberation from worldly life and ascension to heaven. it’sconferred in eight episodes specifically ‘Avatharam’, ‘Kaliyamardhanam’, ‘Rasakreeda’, ‘Kamsavaddham’. ‘Swayamvaram’, ‘Banayuddham’, ‘Vividha vadham’, and “Swargarohana”. These episodes are conferred on eight consecutive nights. Since the last story is taken into account inauspicious, the “Avathara ” invariably follows “Swargarohana” and it’ll be enacted on the ninth day. The costume and make-up are somewhat almost likeKathakali and people arts like Mudiyettu and Theyyam.
Acting, saltation and singing performances are incorporated within the art. Singing is finished in sopanam vogue in Indic. a number of the characters wear masks. The performance begins in the dark when the ritual closing of the temples. Guruvayur temple in Thrissur has daily performance of Krishnanattom. to enhance the art additional and build it more spectator orientating, Koodiyattam, the oldest Indic drama in Kerala was adopted to render the literary composition with ‘Abhinayam’ that are drama gestures, and so Krishnanattam evolved. It additionally uses makeup and costumes of “Koodiyattam” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Teenagers in Miami are busy people. They have school, sports, jobs, and other activities that they attend every day. For many teenagers their day starts before the sun is even up. A tragic accident recently occurred in North Miami where a group of teenagers was killed.
Three teenagers were killed while walking to a bus stop where they were meeting a bus that was taking them to a soccer tournament. The accident occurred just after 5AM and the teens were on the sidewalk at 125th Street and Northeast 13th Avenue. The kids were hit by a car and by the time first responders arrived they were already dead. It is still unclear what caused the accident but alcohol may have been a factor. The kids were part of a soccer organization who identifies low income children that have athletic talent. Many of the children in the program are low income, homeless, or undocumented.
No parent should ever have to bury their child. Sometimes these deaths can’t be avoided but when a child dies as the result of another person’s negligence, the death can be even harder to process. If a family finds themselves in a situation where their loved one is killed due to no fault of their own, they may want to speak with an attorney who specializes in personal injury. An attorney understands a family is going through the worst time of their life. They can investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident and help determine what happened. Compensation may be available for medical expenses, pain and suffering, funeral expenses and other damages.
No parent should have to lose their child because of another person’s negligence. A family has the right to hold the negligent party responsible for their mistake. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
With $600 Unemployment Aid Gone, Homelessness Is What Keeps This Mother Up At Night
Back in March, Sandy Villatoro was laid off from her job as a housekeeper at a hotel in downtown Phoenix. But the weekly $600 unemployment payment she had been receiving during the coronavirus pandemic kept her family afloat — until that benefit expired last week.
The mother of two children is still paying off hospital bills from her pregnancy last year. She also needed to upgrade the family's Internet service so her son could keep up with his school's remote learning. At the same time, Villatoro's husband, a roofer whose work has slowed during the pandemic, isn't bringing in enough money to cover the family's bills.
"My bills were piling up," she said. "It was so fast that I couldn't keep up with it."
Initially, her status as a recipient of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program — which grants protections to people who were brought to the U.S. illegally as children — made her nervous about applying for unemployment benefits. But as she learned from a Facebook group, being a DACA recipient doesn't disqualify her from unemployment assistance.
She used the $600 in weekly aid to get ahead on her monthly car payments, hoping that if her unemployment benefits were ever cut off, she might get a break on late payments in the future.
Villatoro prides herself on being a smart budgeter, but without the weekly payments, she's not sure how she will make ends meet in the coming weeks.
"I feel so vulnerable," she said. "I hate asking for help, I hate asking for a handout, but it's something I need at the current moment, my kids need it. It's so hard just to even say I need it."
The possibility that she could lose her home keeps Villatoro up at night.
"It's not wants that we want — it's needs. We need a vehicle to get back and forth. We need to live under a house, you know, under a roof," she said. "I don't want to be homeless."
Villatoro is among the 17.8 million Americans who are unemployed. Meanwhile, Congress remains in a deadlock on whether to renew that $600 benefit.
Before the pandemic hit, Villatoro's union fought to earn her and her colleagues higher pay. She wants to go back to work at the hotel, where she can make more money than she had been getting on unemployment.
"We're not lazy people — we're hardworking people that just need a little bit of help for now," she said. "I don't want to lose my job; I don't want to lose my house; I don't want to lose my car or anything that I worked so hard for."
Elena Burnett and Courtney Dorning produced this audio for broadcast.
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Sy Montgomery is the author of 38 books, and her best known work, The Soul of An Octopus was a finalist for the National Book Award for nonfiction. In her latest book, she turns to the most common of birds, the chicken, and more specifically, what it knows... and what we should know about it.
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- Polls in Sedgwick County are open from 6 this morning until 7 this evening.
- A poll from the Midwest Newsroom and Emerson College Polling finds that almost half of Kansas voters think immigration has hurt the state.
- Hundreds of Kansans are waiting for lifesaving organ transplants.
- The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will auction more than 60 bison this week.
- Every harvest season means the movement of huge amounts of grain.
- The Wichita Veterans Day Parade will take place downtown on Saturday.
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While you’re stopped at your next railroad crossing, take a look at railcars passing by and you’ll likely see the letters “TTX” painted in red at the bottom of each car. TTX Railcar Pooling Experts, commonly known as TTX Company, is a leading provider of railcar pooling and freight car management services in North America. Established in 1955, TTX offers a diverse fleet of railcars, including flatcars, boxcars, and intermodal well cars, which are shared among railroads to optimize efficiency and reduce costs. By pooling resources, TTX helps railroads improve asset utilization, reduce empty car miles, and enhance the overall fluidity of the rail network.
The company’s centralized approach to railcar management enables it to meet the dynamic needs of the rail industry, providing reliable and cost-effective solutions to its customers. Owned by a consortium of North American railroads including Norfolk Southern, CSX, Union Pacific, and BNSF, TTX’s primary mission is to lower the overall cost of freight through efficiency and pooled cost-savings. Cost optimization and the wise management of physical assets are critical components of their strategy, regardless of market conditions. Because of this, TTX’s finance team looked for an AI solution that could handle the complexity of its Oracle based finance processes while driving significant cost savings.
In 2023, TTX turned to Kognitos to help reduce manual labor costs tied to a variety of financial processes, including general scrap weight ticketing and Oracle accounts payable.
Prior to partnering with Kognitos, the TTX Asset Disposal team manually reviewed scrap weight tickets daily and individually entered the data into Excel. The file was then reviewed by Inventory Accounting for accuracy and served as the data the Accounts Receivable Team used to manually create A/R invoices in Oracle.
Kognitos automated this process by extracting and entering scrap weight ticket content into an Excel file that can be quickly validated by business users. The data is then automatically entered into Oracle as the next step in the process. These advancements significantly reduce manual labor and improve process cycle time.
In TTX’s original processes, Lease Invoices were received from lessors via email, then manually entered into Oracle to be paid. Depending on the lessor, the payment terms of the invoices may be more or less time sensitive. In some cases, invoices may even be due the same day they are received. By manually processing lease invoices for payment, it’s possible that users could over or under pay or mark incorrect payment dates, resulting in re-work. This process was challenging and time- consuming due to the wide variety of document types and invoice formats. The wide variability of inputs and complex business rules prevented legacy systems like RPA from effectively automating these processes as the development and maintenance needed proved to be untenable.
In the enhanced process, lease invoices are emailed to Kognitos for processing. Kognitos automatically classifies the invoice, extracts the data, and enters the information into Oracle Cloud. Kognitos also generates a summary of the information extracted and forwards this to business users, along with the associated invoice. If at any time the workflow would benefit from business user input, Kognitos provides opportunities for the user to take a one time action or teach Kognitos how to handle the situation in the future. Kognitos provides a complete system of record in a business user- friendly format, enabling the business to view when and how invoices were processed at any point in time.
Using Kognitos, TTX has begun the first portion of their AI transformation journey to drive productivity improvements throughout their organization- particularly across finance value chains and within their Oracle application stack. Rapid invoice processing enables TTX to unlock pay-early discounts offered by suppliers, reducing cost and improving cash flow. Error rates have decreased, supplier relations have improved, and rework is prevented. TTX is revolutionizing the employee experience and embracing human + AI collaboration across the organization with an AI solution that employees work with and trust. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
TXT recently appeared on the latest airing of DAY6’s Kiss The Radio. During their performance of “Ghosting”, fans couldn’t help but notice Taehyun looking at his hand cast while singing.
Thanks to a curious fan on Weverse, he revealed the caring yet humorous reason why.
Towards the end of the performance, Taehyun pulled his sleeve down to reveal more of his hand cast. He then seemed to be reading off of it as he sang.
Even Beomgyu and Yeonjun kept watch over what Taehyun had been doing. Although Beomgyu looked concerned, that soon changed.
Looking at Taehyun before quickly looking away, Beomgyu tried to hide his laughter. Taehyun had to turn away to keep from laughing as well. Here’s what had cracked them up.
Since Taehyun mentioned Soobin having a cold, he took some stress away from their leader by taking over a few of his lines in the song.
Because the change was sudden, Taehyun couldn’t take it all in and settled on writing the lyrics on his cast to make it go smoothly:
We decided to check the sound quality and do all that right before going live on air, so I couldn’t memorize the lyrics… Heh.
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A dad is credited with rescuing his daughter Sunday after she was allegedly grabbed by a woman at a south Phoenix park.
Phoenix police report that on Sunday afternoon, 43-year-old Denise Charlene Antone grabbed a 7-year-old girl at a park and wouldn't let her go.
Police say Antone appeared to be under the influence of alcohol at the time.
She allegedly grabbed the girl and refused to let her go, until the girl's father intervened. He demanded Antone release his daughter, which she eventually did.
Antone was arrested for aggravated assault.
This article was written by Joe Enea for KNXV . | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Josie is 10-years-old, studying three years above her grade level in the Kumon Program. In fact, she’s studying the same math material that her mom, who is an eighth grade teacher, teaches her students. Imagine that, a 10-year-old transforming equations, working with linear functions and simplifying monomials and polynomials. She’s well on her way to advanced algebraic expressions and she isn’t even in middle school yet.
One of the things that Josie likes most about Kumon is the fact that she’s studying above her grade level.
“Kumon gives me confidence because I know how strong of a student it has made me,” says Josie. “I know that I can do and learn anything if I do the work and practice daily. Kumon has taught me about the importance of focusing and to not be afraid of challenges, but to enjoy them and work through them because I know I can overcome anything.”
Josie embodies everything that Toru Kumon had in mind when he founded the Kumon Method. He felt that students would experience the true benefits of the Kumon Method if they acquired the study habits necessary for self-learning and advanced study.
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Three arrested by GBI on drug trafficking charges
Published 4:04 pm Monday, May 13, 2019
WEST POINT – On Thursday, three people were arrested in West Point on charges of trafficking methamphetamine, according to information released by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
James Elvin Cook, 38, of Franklin; Billy “BJ” Tyson, 38, of LaGrange; and Misty Perry, 39, of West Point were arrested last week as part of a GBI investigation.
According to a GBI press release, on April 19, agents of the GBI West Metro Regional Drug Enforcement Office executed a search warrant at the home of Cook in Franklin. Cook reportedly fled law enforcement officers leading them in a pursuit into Alabama. According to the press release, officers ceased the pursuit, and Cook became a fugitive from justice.
On Thursday, agents began surveillance of a residence in West Point based on information from the Troup County Sheriff’s Office. According to the press release, the agents were able to confirm that Cook was at the residence and took him into custody and were able to further the investigation. GBI agents reportedly located approximately one kilogram of methamphetamine, fentanyl and a handgun.
According to the press release, Cook will be charged with trafficking methamphetamine, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of fentanyl and parole violation.
Also, arrested for trafficking methamphetamine were Tyson and Perry.
The Troup County Sheriff’s Office and the Heard County Sheriff’s Office both participated in the investigation. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Taxpayers in Langley City and the Township of Langley will pay more if the Langley RCMP is split into separate detachments for the two communities.
That’s according to a statement released Monday, June 3 by the City of the Langley that reported a review by the B.C. RCMP “E” Division headquarters showed the split being sought by the Township would be inefficient and would destabilize policing in the City, the Township, and the province.
Based on the “E” Division review, City Mayor Nathan Pachal said the Langley RCMP detachment should remain fully integrated, with a renegotiated police service agreement.
“There is no compelling financial and/or operational rationale to de-integrate the current integrated model which provides effective policing for both municipalities,” Pachal commented.
The RCMP “E” Division de-integration assessment looked at three options: remain fully integrated with a modified police service agreement; create two autonomous detachments with limited shared services; or create two “fully autonomous detachments.”
While the Township has complained the City hasn’t been paying its fair share of policing costs, the City rejects that assertion and said the RCMP review backs them up.
“The RCMP’s assessment report clearly indicates the cost sharing ratio between the City and the Township is proportional to the regular members funded strength, calls for service per member, calls for service dispatched per member, and average service time,” Mayor Pachal said.
“The autonomous detachments model would not only require further study to identify the risks and develop a transition plan, but it would also require additional police members and municipal employees to cover the inefficiencies that a de-integrated model perpetuates, at additional costs to the taxpayers of both communities,” Pachal warned.
“The de-integration of the Langley RCMP Detachment would not be conductive to community safety, rather it would destabilize policing in the City, the Township, and the province of British Columbia.”
Pachal noted the makeup of both communities has changed since the last RCMP cost sharing agreement was established, which calls for a “new and modernized cost sharing agreement with the Township of Langley based on detailed evidence-based cost analysis, fairness to both communities, and meeting the strategic initiatives and needs for each municipality while maintaining a joint detachment.”
The joint City-Township RCMP detachment provides funding for 210 officers, as well as paying for the detachment headquarters, police vehicles, and other RCMP equipment.
The split proposed by the Township would divide all of that, and force Langley City to build or locate its own detachment HQ.
The City position will be conveyed to Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General; Township Mayor Eric Woodward, Maureen Levy, Assistant Commissioner, RCMP Lower Mainland District; Glen Lewis, Assistant Deputy Minister and Director of Police Services; and Supt. Adrian Marsden, the Langley RCMP Detachment Officer-in-Charge. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Our partnership with Leeds United has been running for the whole football season, and we’ve had lots of exciting events running for the children. Leeds United players have visited the children to make pizzas, carve pumpkins, and get stuck into activities like archery.
A group of children visited the LUFC training ground, and many more have been to matches with their families, teachers, and friends. It’s been a special time, and local children have had the chance to meet their heroes and make unforgettable memories.
As part of the partnership, Leeds United recently hosted a dedicated match day, to raise awareness of Leeds Children’s Charity at Lineham Farm. The match was an opportunity to reach out to the fans and tell them all about the fantastic work we do here at Lineham Farm.
Proudly on the chests of the players
The players wore football shirts emblazoned with our logo during the warmup, with our partnership message ‘United For Children’ proudly at the centre. The LUFC club mascot, Lucas the Kop Cat, also donned a shirt in solidarity and some of our children stepped out alongside the players as mascots ahead of kick-off.
There was information about the charity up on the big screens for fans to see and our lovely team stood with donation buckets at the entrances. Jenny Jones, Fundraising Manager, and Ian Hargreaves, Chairman at Leeds Children’s Charity, also spoke in three lounges to the hospitality guests, sharing a bit about the aims of the charity and our work.
It was incredible to see the charity’s logo spread across Elland Road, for all to see. Seeing the players stepping out on the pitch sporting it was a highlight. The awareness meant lots of generous donations from fans and supporters throughout the day.
Fundraising up a storm
Our efforts were in aid of spreading the word and raising vital funds for the charity. Our partnership with LUFC has been first and foremost about creating memorable experiences for the children. But this matchday was a unique opportunity to raise some money.
As a local charity, we rely on the people of Leeds to keep Lineham Farm running and provide ongoing support to the children in Leeds who need us most. It costs an average of £50 per day for a child to visit Lineham, and every donation is crucial for enabling us to reach as many young people as possible.
On the match day, we raised a fantastic £2,465.55!
These generous funds will go towards our plans for building a new camping facility at Lineham Farm, helping us to provide unforgettable experiences and respite breaks for even more children and families from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Jenny Jones said “I’m feeling thankful as we reflect on the success and support from our dedicated match day with LUFC. It was humbling to see all the players wearing our United for Children charity t-shirts.
“Thank you to everyone who contributed, volunteered, and supported us. Together, we’ve made a meaningful difference, helping to brighten children’s lives across Leeds.”
Leeds is our city, and we’re United For Children
The partnership with Leeds United has been a truly special experience and it’s incredible to see so many Leeds residents come together in support of the next generation. The club and the players have been amazing, showing a genuine enthusiasm for the work we do.
We hope this exciting match day is just the beginning, and that Leeds United fans across the county hear our message and offer their support in whatever way they can. Even the simple act of as sharing our message with others can go such a long way.
If you want to stay updated about future events, you can connect with us on social media. We’re on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and X. Please also keep an eye on our events page where we’ll add more upcoming experiences you could get involved in. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Hot Tables in Play at BetMGM Poker Pennsylvania
February 10, 2024
It's not often that poker players are given the opportunity to win extra money compliments of the poker room. With that said, that is exactly what is happening right now at BetMGM Poker in Pennsylvania. It's part of the poker room's "Hot Tables" promotion, which is currently available under the following promo terms and conditions.
The current BetMGM Poker Hot Tables promo in Pennsylvania is being treated as an ongoing promotion. It has been running for months and will continue to do so until BetMGM's management decides to terminate the promo or change the terms and conditions. This offer is being extended to all BetMGM customers. That includes new customers after they have completed the registration process. To do that, they must be in the state of PA and show proof that they are over the age of 20 years old. This promo works as follows:
Customers will need to play poker at any available qualifying "No Limit Hold’em" table. Play at the following limits will be included: $0.10/$0.25, $0.25/$0.50, $1/$2, or $2/$5. While playing at one of these tables, BetMGM will use a random methodology to select tables that will have a current pot boosted by the operator. It will only be for the hand that has been randomly selected. The amount of money that will be added to the applicable pot addition will be capped at $1,500, depending on the table's Hot Table rating level.
There are five (5) rating levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. The way the extra money will be distributed to players is determined by level as follows:
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- Gold - 50% of the extra money will go to the hand winner with the remaining 50% divided between the other players
- Platinum - 50% of the extra money will go to the hand winner with the remaining 50% divided between the other players
- Diamond - 50% of the extra money will go to the hand winner with the remaining 50% divided between the other players
All extra winnings will be paid in cash with no wagering requirements listed. The cash will go directly into each player's account where it can be wagered or withdrawn at the player's discretion.
BetMGM Poker is only permitted to operate in states that have passed the appropriate legislation. That includes Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania customers can log in from other states as long as the applicable state allows such activities. It will be BetMGM Poker's responsibility to track the location of its customers, something they are currently doing with software that confirms IP addresses. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Malaysian law firm Jeff Leong, Poon & Wong (JLPW) has hired Hui Wen Tan as a partner and its head of dispute resolution from Skrine, where she was a senior associate.
"Hui Wen's addition marks a pivotal step in our firm's dispute resolution practice evolution, underscoring our dedication to expanding this area of expertise to support our clients' needs," a JLPW spokesperson said in a statement.
Tan brings experience representing private sector firms, Fortune 500 companies, government-linked companies and state agencies in Malaysian courts and international arbitrations. She is able to conduct trials and hearings in both English and Malay.
At Skrine, where she spent a decade, Tan worked on high-profile cases including land acquisitions for major infrastructure projects and appeals involving native customary rights.
With Tan’s hire, JLPW now has 10 partners. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Bad things, at least in this instance in Brigantine, New Jersey. As reported in The Press of Atlantic City:
… Kevin Dorsey, 36, was visiting his girlfriend’s West Brigantine Avenue apartment and had the .40-caliber handgun out when he somehow shot it into the floor at about 12:40 a.m. It kept going through the ceiling downstairs, then grazed the right arm of a woman who was in the first-floor kitchen.
But that wasn’t the end of it:
“Then it hits a kitchen cabinet, hits the floor, deflects 90 degrees and strikes the refrigerator,” the detective continued. “That changes the trajectory again, and it winds up about 15 feet away, striking the boyfriend – who’s sitting on the couch.”
Freaky. What happened to the shooter?
They charged Dorsey with aggravated assault and several firearms violations, including unlawful possession of hollow-point bullets and illegal possession of a gun by a felon. They tacked on several drug charges because in a long search of the apartment, which the woman finally consented to, they found marijuana, cocaine and other illegal drugs. Police determined that the drugs belonged to Dorsey. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Alsace is the ideal destination for a cycling holiday as it brings together nature, culture and gastronomy. From Strasbourg " the European city" to Colmar, "the Little Venice", discover the Alsatian vineyards along the Alsace Wineroad cycle trail. You ride on cycle paths along the canals and on former railway tracks or on small country roads winding through vineyards ad across villages. The cycling route is strewn with picturesque villages, old castles and beautiful Romanesque abbeys. Beautiful panoramas views reflects the richness and diversity of Alsace. This region is also very popular for its wines, which are every year awarded, so be sure to stop by the winemakers along the way. They will be happy to share their expertise and make you taste their wines accompanied by a their local "bretzel". Good food lovers will not be outdone as they can enjoy the many generous Alsatian specialties! A biking trip through a rich and authentic region for an unforgettable holiday!
Call us if you need any advise on your holiday (English spoken): +33 1 80 91 98 18. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Private & Heated Pool
Welcome to Villa Anatolia, a stunning and luxurious vacation destination that seamlessly blends modern and traditional Mykonian styles to create a truly unique and exceptional design. Boasting an outstanding terrace with breathtaking sea views, a private heated pool, and a beautiful dining area, this villa is the perfect setting for groups and families to unwind, reconnect, and create unforgettable memories.
Whether you're soaking up the sun on the terrace or taking a refreshing dip in the pool, Villa Anatolia provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable Mykonos vacation.
Villa Anatolia offers four spacious and well-appointed bedrooms, each with comfortable queen-size beds and its own luxurious ensuite bathroom. For added privacy and convenience, the fourth bedroom is a standalone suite with its own entrance, ensuring guests have the ultimate comfort and independence during their stay. The villa also boasts a spacious living room area, where guests can relax on comfortable seating and enjoy each other's company, a dining area perfect for hosting family dinners, and a fully equipped kitchen complete with modern appliances and all the amenities needed to prepare meals. Whether you're traveling with family or a group of friends, Villa Anatolia is the perfect place to call home during your Mykonos vacation.
The outdoor area of Villa Anatolia is a true oasis of relaxation and luxury, designed to offer the ultimate vacation experience. The big poolside terrace features an outdoor living area with comfortable seating and stunning views of the sea, surrounded by beautiful marble floors that add to the villa's elegance. Guests can also enjoy a lounge area, perfect for unwinding after a long day of exploring the island. The private heated pool is the perfect place to cool off on a hot day, while the large marble table provides an ideal setting for gathering and dining with loved ones. The outdoor space is further enhanced by the presence of two Palm trees and a well-maintained garden that creates a peaceful and serene atmosphere, allowing guests to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and fully relax in their private paradise.
Villa Anatolia is located within walking distance from Lia beach. There someone can find one of the best beaches in Mykonos island with crystal blue waters. The beach is divided into one organized part with sunbeds and another part where someone can go with his/ her towel and enjoy the sun and the sea. There is also Liasti restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine, ideal for lunch or dinner and drinks.
The village of Ano Mera is less than 5 minute's drive from the villa. There someone can find the supermarket, bakery, butcher shop and some local Greek taverns.
Other things to note
Everyday cleaning service is included in the price, along with fresh white towels provided daily, fresh bed linens every second day, and fresh pool towels daily. Additionally, guests can enjoy extra services upon request such as private drivers, airport or port transportation, private chefs, massage and spa therapies, car, bike and ATV rentals, boat rentals, concierge services, 24/7 assistance, laundry and ironing service.
For those who want to explore and enjoy the many attractions of Mykonos Island, Villa Anatolia offers a range of experiences including scuba diving, windsurfing, water sports, horse riding, Delos and Rhinia tour for archaeological interest, and safari tour in Mykonos Island.
Our experienced staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service and taking care of your every need throughout your stay, ensuring that your vacation is truly memorable.
Overall, Villa Anatolia is the perfect destination for those seeking luxury, comfort, and convenience. With its beautiful design, luxurious amenities, and range of experiences, it's the ultimate vacation spot for families and groups alike. Book now and experience the magic of Mykonos in the comfort of your own private paradise. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Candidate drugs to treat the central nervous system could be screened with three-dimensional brain tissue grown in the laboratory. We accelerated this technology’s journey to market, so it can be more widely used for research, drug development and ultimately, to benefit patients.
The blood brain barrier (BBB) is very effective at excluding pathogens and toxins, but it also blocks access to certain therapeutic agents.
It is difficult to confidently predict whether candidate drugs will cross the BBB and too often, the answer does not become apparent until a Phase 1 clinical trial is underway, at which point there has already been significant investment and commercial risk.
Dr Madeline Lancaster and her team at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) in Cambridge might have the answer, in the form of cerebral and choroid plexus organoids, which are self-organising, three-dimensional cell cultures generated from human pluripotent stem cells. These organoids, nicknamed mini-brains, provide a miniaturised and simplified version of specific brain tissues.
Previous systems have tried to mimic the choroid plexus, but lacked such complex tissue architecture or comparable functionality.
Focus on the choroid plexus
Part of the team’s focus is on the choroid plexus, a secretory tissue in the brain that forms a protective epithelial barrier and secretes cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). However, little is known about the regulation and permeability of this barrier.
The team has developed a protocol to generate three-dimensional choroid plexus organoids, offering an unprecedented and reliable way to study the functions of this structure and its permeability to compounds, peptides and proteins.
We are very excited about the research directions these new organoids will enable. Cerebrospinal fluid is understudied and yet its function in cleaning the brain of toxic by-products and providing much needed nutrients is vital. These organoids will open up new avenues in understanding how this vital fluid is made and how drugs get into the brain.”
Patents and partnership
LifeArc has helped to accelerate this technology’s journey out of its home lab so it can find wider use as soon as possible.
After careful assessment of the published literature and patent filings, LifeArc filed a patent application directed at product claims (choroid plexus organoids), methods of production (protocol for making the organoids) and methods of use (assessing the BBB permeability of potential therapeutics).
We then started discussions with STEMCELL Technologies, a global Canadian biotechnology company with a local manufacturing facility in Cambridge. The result was an exclusive patent and know-how licence to develop and sell choroid plexus organoids, associated culture media kits and screening services.
See for yourself
The Lancaster lab brings its message to the public through accessible and engaging online videos. Find links to BBC Future, TedXCern and more on the lab’s website at mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk
The company will now work to optimise organoid production and refine the associated culture media, to enable wide uptake of the technology by the scientific research and drug discovery communities.
Benito-Kwiecinski S, Lancaster MA. Brain organoids: Human neurodevelopment in a dish. Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology. 2019; 25:a035709. epub ahead of print.
Lancaster MA, Knoblich JA. Generation of cerebral organoids from human pluripotent stem cells. Nat Protoc. 2014;9(10):2329-2340. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Insurance broker Marsh, a unit of Marsh McLennan, has introduced an AI-driven solution that facilities captive creation in minutes.
Dubbed ReadyCell, the risk financing offering allows enterprises of varying sizes to swiftly launch their own insurance entities.
The aim is to enable the companies to manage their risks more effectively.
In the current unpredictable commercial insurance market, self-insurance emerges as a strategic component for many businesses looking to enhance their risk management approaches.
Traditional barriers to forming an insurance company include complex regulatory requirements and excessive costs.
ReadyCell, leveraging AI technology, aims to overcome these challenges by expediting the licensing process.
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By GlobalDataThe platform also secured conditional pre-approved regulatory licensing from the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking, simplifying the otherwise lengthy approval procedures.
ReadyCell, as part of Mangrove Protected Cell Facility of Marsh in Washington, DC, US, helps companies set up their own insurance company within minutes to cover specific risks or layers of insurance.
Moreover, it provides the flexibility for organisations to keep their insurance company in an active standby mode, ready to assume risk when necessary for a period of up to 18 months.
Marsh Captive Solutions president Ellen Charnley said: “With ReadyCell, Marsh is harnessing the power of AI technology to remove the barriers for more organisations to take greater control of their risk management, enabling them to mitigate uncertainties in the commercial insurance market.
“This is part of our overall strategy to drive innovation and lead the digital evolution of the captive insurance sector.”
The launch of ReadyCell follows Marsh McLennan’s introduction of a previous innovation in November last year.
In November 2023, the company, alongside its business Oliver Wyman, introduced a generative AI tool dubbed LenAI.
Designed by the company’s Dublin Innovation Centre in collaboration with Oliver Wyman Digital, the tool can optimise work processes and speed up time-consuming tasks. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
London-based specialty re/insurer MS Amlin has purchased an equity stake in Envelop Risk, a specialist reinsurance managing general agent (MGA), for an undisclosed sum.
Envelop Risk offers artificial intelligence (AI)-based data driven cyber risk analysis and reinsurance products.
MS Amlin said that the acquisition of a minority strategic stake in the firm will further boost the relationship between the two companies.
The latest development follows a cyber-reinsurance partnership started in 2018, when MS Amlin served as the capacity provider for non-proportional and proportional structures.
As part of the deal, MS Amlin’s global managing director of reinsurance James Few has been appointed to the board of Envelop.
Few said: “Envelop Risk is a pioneer in the cyber insurance and reinsurance market and it is a real honour to be serving on the board.
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By GlobalData“The recent investment by MS Amlin demonstrates the commitment we have to the company and we are excited to see what this partnership can achieve.”
Envelop CEO Jonathan Spry said: “We welcome the investment and working relationship with MS Amlin, which will support the development and expansion of our business.
“The appointment of James to the board further aligns our strategic priorities with MS Amlin and his industry experience and insight will be invaluable. We are delighted to welcome him to the Envelop family.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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1-on-1| small group with a literacy teacher.
virtual sessions available
all readers welcomed age 4 through 9.
pre-assessments will be administered.
children will receive individualized instruction
is differentiated and designed for your child
sessions are 30 minutes (frequency depends on client)
is a reading enrichment academy curated to empower readers and create sustained reading stamina over time. This program builds on foundational skills needed to ensure that students can read and comprehend more complex text.
is a small literacy group that can be facilitated in person or virtually
will meet weekly
book will be provided
Readers will read or listen to the story and participate in book talk conversation with a partner or in a small group. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Speedy Monkey Adjustable Easel
Amazing wooden easel with black and white boards that will adjust with child's growth
This adjustable wooden easel offers two sides: a blackboard and a whiteboard.
Your little one can draw freely with chalks on the blackboard and with special markers on the white side.
Infinite imagination to create and keep little artists entertained for hours.
This double-sided easel also has liftable nuts on both sides to adjust the height as your child grows.
It is easy to fold when not in use, saving space.
Included accessories: chalks, a dry erase marker and a board eraser.
This toy is crafted from sustainably sourced wood from FSC® certified forests.
Recommended Age: 3+
Size (inches): L: 22 x W: 44,5 x H: 45
Weight (lbs): 11,66
Care instructions: Clean only with a damp cloth. Do not use detergents. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Designed in New Zealand:
A long-sleeve bodysuit from our buttery soft organic cotton jersey. It features an envelope neckline for easy dressing, cuffs to keep baby cosy, and snap dome closure. Pair with any of our drawstring pants.
Made from 100% fairtrade & organic cotton Free from harmful chemicals from seed to garment Ethically made in India with care for farmers, workers and the earth Global Organic Textile Standard certified.
Some notes: We like to use the natural colour of cotton as a base for our prints. Each cotton crop gives a unique cream hue to the fabric so there may be slight variations in colour between garments. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Sliquid Naturals Sparkle is a water-based personal lubricant and is Sliquid’s Original formula. In fact, the base formula for all of the water-based lubricants in the Naturals line begins with this blend! Formulated to emulate your body’s own natural lubrication, we use plant cellulose as a thickening agent, instead of glycerin or other sugar derivatives like most other personal lubricants on the market today.
Sliquid Naturals Sparkle, like all Sliquid products, does not contain any parabens and is 100% vegan. It is perfect for use with all types of toys and is safe for all sexual activity.
Sliquid Naturals Sparkle is not flavored or scented, is non-staining, and extremely easy to clean up.
- Water based lubricant
- Latex, rubber, plastic, and silicone toy friendly
- Purified water-based formula
- Non-staining, unflavored, and unscented
- Uniquely blended to emulate your body's own natural lubrication
- Does not contain actual sparkles | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
One of the most important features of a fishing reel is its drag system, as this is ultimately the deciding factor in how much power your reel possesses when it comes to pulling in fish. Hesitant to alter the drag out of fear of losing a fish, some anglers will tell you to set your drag to whatever you like and not to change it at all during a trip. However, knowing how to effectively tighten or loosen your drag while fighting a large fish can mean the difference between winning and losing the fight.
Keeping your reel’s drag at a constant setting during a trip to the lake is fine, as long as the fish aren’t very large or powerful, but it can cause you to lose bigger fish if you’re not careful. Such larger fish will most likely be prone to fight harder and make sudden runs with bursts of energy and will require a little finesse and quick-thinking when it comes to adjusting your drag during the fight.
As line is taken by a fish, and the spool diameter of your reel diminishes, the leverage on your reel alters, which ultimately makes the drag heavier. A good way to prepare for this is to set the drag for strikes and the fight that will surely follow, but then be ready to loosen it to prevent against line breaks and stress on your hooks, just in case the fish makes a long run. As you regain line during the fight, slightly tighten the drag, little by little, back to its original setting.
When landing a sizeable fish, it also helps to slightly loosen the drag. This is due to the fact that there is shock-absorbing line out and a sudden burst of energy from the fish has the potential to snap your line if the drag is too tight. Also, one thing to always keep in mind is to make sure you never exceed the original drag setting on the reel in relation to the tensile strength of the line you’re using.
While the idea of adjusting your drag during a long fight may seem a little intimidating, it really isn’t that difficult. The overall concept is simple: loosen the drag when the fish runs and tighten the drag when the fish tires out. Allowing the fish to tire itself out with bursts of energy, while maintaining a good hook-set, is the main goal. It may take a little getting used to, especially with a trophy fish on the end of your line, but at the end of the day, being able to effectively alter the drag during a fight will mean the difference between a lost fish and a full livewell. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Bella Blanca by Oscar de la Renta is a Floral fragrance for women. Bella Blanca was launched in 2018.
Bella Blanca represents the natural elegance and pure grace of white flowers with woody and musky undertones.
The fragrance bottle is covered with three-dimensional white flowers and decorated with a gold plate with the name of the perfume. The face of the advertising campaign shot by photographer Kristian Schuller is model Zhanna Brass.
Pear, Lily-of-the-Valley and Green Leaves
Jasmine, Tuberose, Orange Blossom and Rose
Musk, Sandalwood and White Iris.
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Gender Reveal Blue Confetti Cannon
Add a POP of excitement to your gender reveal, pop these confetti cannons to reveal a shower of blue confetti to show your having a boy.
Surprise your guests or the mum to be with our pink confetti gender reveal cannon shooter.
You could be planning a gender reveal party and want to tell your loved ones in style, or you may know the gender already and want to add a magical touch to your celebrations.
Our cannon shooter will be a memorable moment that family, friends and parents to be will never forget.
The gold packaging is gender neutral to keep the surprise, confetti is going to cascade out of the cannon, revealing a blue confetti explosion. There is a blue sticker on the cannon to identify the pink confetti inside for a boy. Remove the sticker before your guests arrive to keep the gender a mystery!
Each pack contains 1 confetti cannon measuring 30cm (H) by 4.5cm (W). | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Shiverpool Ghost Tours
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Book Shiverpool tickets for some of the best ghost tours in Liverpool
Set your spirit free with Shiverpool, the Original Theatrical Ghost Tour Experience in Liverpool! Explore the iconic city of Liverpool and delve into the horrific history, morbid morgues, secret cemeteries and so much more...
Liverpool's Original Theatrical Ghost Tour Experience
- Enjoy the alternate way of touring Liverpool with dark alleyways and shadowy streets
- Experience an immersive and interactive ghost tour with award-winning guides
- Immerse yourself into the past as your costumed tour guide details stories of days gone by
- Get into character and delve into what life would've been like hundreds of years ago
- Listen to spine-tingling tales as you tour Liverpool's spookiest spots
There's so many things to do with Shiverpool Ghost Tours
Choose from three tours located in Liverpool's city centre and discover unique locations from secret cemeteries to medieval gardens, and the morbidly-curious can explore the hidden morgues as you're accompanied by a passionate theatrical tour guide!
- Hope Street Shivers: Experience Liverpool's most famous and popular ghost walk! Suitable for ages 9+
- Secret Garden Cemetery Shivers: Take a chilling journey into the city centre as you discover secrets, hauntings and histories of Liverpool's Necropolis. Suitable for ages 9+
- Auld City & The Dead House: Uncover the secrets of Liverpool's seven original streets with exclusive access through a secret trapdoor... Suitable for ages 9+
Led by professional and theatrical storytellers, Shiverpool Tours are not your standard ghost tours. Putting the 'extra' in 'extraordinary', you'll be transported to another era as you retrace the phantom footsteps of creepy characters who left their mark along Liverpool's cobblestone streets. From the bustling waterfront to shadow-filled alleyways, every corner of Liverpool has a story to tell.
Book Shiverpool Tours tickets for some of the best ghost tours in Liverpool!
Explore the spine-tingling cemeteries that litter the streets of Liverpool's old streets & discover the history & hauntings of Liverpool's Necropolis
William Brown St L3 8EW
How to find us
Address: Shiverpool, Tourist Information Centre, 5 Wall Street, Liverpool, L1 8JQ
Due to the nature of the Shiverpool experience, the tours are unable to accommodate wheelchair users. There are a lot of steep slopes, uneven surfaces and cobbled roads, which may present challenges for wheelchair users.
Shiverpool Tours are recommended for children aged 9+.
- Please note: The Shiverpool team would like to remind visitors that this is a ghost-hunting tour, so some younger explorers may find aspects frightening.
- Parents must use discretion when allowing children to join the tour, as theatrical effects will accompany storytelling.
Shiverpool tours last for approximately 1 hour and 30-minutes.
The Shiverpool Tours will take place during rain or shine, night or day - however, in rare circumstances, the tours can be postponed if there are weather warnings issued by the Met Office.
On the rare occasion that the weather becomes too severe and the tour is cancelled, you will be reissued tickets and invited back again.
Depending on the age of the visitor, the Shiverpool Tours may have some frightening aspects.
All tours are recommended for ages 9+.
- There may be animations to enhance stories.
- Storytellers will adjust their performances as they see fit. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
At Malerifabrikken, we have kicked off the new year, with a collection of brand new, handmade, solid color paintings. They are all characterized by a fantastically delicious structure and a gradation in the colors, which makes them top-notch and eminent, to decorate with In the modern residence. The high artistic quality, the 10 beautiful colors to choose from, and the perfect tactile touch, make them a welcome "must have item".
All paintings from Malerifabrikken are made in the best materials, from mounting canvas - to the use of acrylic paint with an incredibly high content of color pigment, which ensures that the colors do not fade, but preserve the color fastness.
All paintings are delivered with a hanging - all paintings created in Malerifabrikken's own studio. All paintings are hand-painted from scratch and all motifs are thus unique, which also means that there may be deviations from the picture you see here on the webshop. We do our utmost to get so close to the original in terms of colors and quality.
Canvas: Cross-woven 350 g cotton / polyester Blind frame: Finger-tapped pine wood without knobs Paint: Daler Rowney System 3 | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Artists Collection Are you looking for something completely unique for your wall? The artists Milla and Freja are behind a brand new collection of hand-painted motifs, where the artistic, light and personal expression has been the starting point. The images, which move in soft colours, are at the same time very expressive with the quiet expression, and have been created with a view to being able to be combined with each other. They fit perfectly into the individual home trend of the time, where art and design go hand in hand.
Product description: Print on 100% recyclable hard pressed paper plate. Printed with UV resistant ink and is therefore not bleached by direct sunlight. Mounted in black or oak frame without glass, incl. wall mount quick and easy to mount on your wall! 30x40 and 50x70 are printed on 2mm plate. 70x100 is printed on 3 mm plate.
Frame description: Quality frames with oak veneer or black wood structure. Frame profile 30x40 cm = 2 cm wide and 2 cm deep / Frame profile 50x70 and 70x100 = 2 cm wide and 3 cm deep. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
With outdoor temperature dropping significantly during winter, the air also cools down, resulting in less humidity compared to the rest of the year. During winter, cold winds blowing outside are dehydrating for our eyes as well as our skin, both of which need adequate moisture to stay healthy.
For our eyes, exposure to cold, dry air means losing essential moisture rapidly through the eye surface (which is comprised of 99% water), becoming irritated due to excessive dehydration.
One of the biggest issues your eyes can face during winter is the loss of moisture, but you can work around this problem through different ways, such as:
1: Regulating the Temperature Indoors: Dryness of the air can be a cause of concern in winter, especially if you already have dry eyes. The issue can escalate further due to high temperatures people usually set indoors. So, turning down your central heating to a mild temperature can be the best thing for ensuring ample moisture retention in your eyes.
2: Blinking Excessively: Many people complain of a worsening dry eye condition when they read or use electronic devices. The reason can be quite simple; our blinking slows down when we engage in any activity requiring dedicated visual attention. One effective way to get around this problem is to blink more, so that our eyes continue to produce enough lubrication to form tears.
3: Using Humidifiers: Defying the need of heating systems in winter is not possible, but they also result in loss of moisture in the air, which can compromise the quality of indoor air. This boosts your probability of getting dry eyes. Under such circumstances, nothing can serve better than a humidifier, not hindering your indoor heating but still maintaining ample levels of moisture in the air to keep your eyes comfortable.
4: Not Lingering Around Heat Sources: In places and situations where heating is on without a humidifier, it’s better for people with dry eyes to distance themselves from heat sources like heaters and radiators.
5: Using Artificial Tears: In case your dry eyes continue to bother you despite following these tips, resort to a seasoned eye doctor who can examine your eyes in detail. Quite often, they also recommend artificial tears to help you with moistening your dry eyes. These artificial tears comprise of a specific combination of oil, mucus and water, which also helps manage rapid evaporation.
Regulating Your Diet
Visual functions and the elements constituting it, including your eyes, are designed to function effectively as a cohesive unit and diet is the fuel of this unit. For seamless performance of all body functions including your vision, it’s crucial to regulate your diet. Here is how:
6: Add Cold Water Fish to Your Diet: Cold water fish are packed with omega-3 based essential fatty acids, which are helpful in retaining moisture in your eyes. Making cold water fish a part of your winter diet will offer your eyes much needed lubrication to survive through the dehydrating winter season. Some popular cold water fish options include tuna, mackerel and halibut.
7: Hydrating Yourself is Key: One of the best ways to fight dry eyes during winter is to keep yourself appropriately hydrated. Experts recommend drinking at least 8 glasses of water every day to do so. Enough moisture in your eyes means fewer problems for them to run through the cold season.
Outdoor Eye Care in Winter
Quite astonishingly, many people seem to take eye care for granted when they are outdoors in winter. This is a big mistake, your eyes are quite vulnerable to harm and injury when you are out there in winter. Here’s how you should take care of your eyes in winter:
8: Resort to Quality Sunglasses: Only the sun is covered by the clouds during winter, not the UV rays it emits. Most of us tend to pay attention to protecting our eyes with a pair of sunglasses during summer, because we’re able to observe the sun and try to get protection from UV rays coming from it.
However, the sun still emits as much UV rays as ever and this time around, they can become even more harmful because the cover of snow that we see so much in the winter reflects the UV rays back, making them even more dangerous for our eyes. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Welcome to our 2024 cooking classes and tour calendar page in Florence! Check and instantly book your Small group cooking class or food tour in Florence
Looking for a cooking class or tour in August September or October 2024? Here you will find a variety of daily cooking lessons and culinary tours in Florence throughout 2024: Homemade pasta classes, traditional Tuscan menu classes, gluten-free courses, pizza and more. If you can't find the cooking class you are looking for or want a private cooking class in Florence please contact us. We'll do our best to find a solution
Explore the available dates below and book your class for an unforgettable culinary experience with Mama Florence! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Bring a grazing board or picnic lunch to enjoy on the verandah after a tasting. wine available by the glass or bottle.
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Our material handling solutions for the Aeronautics Industry
Manitou has been meeting the requirements of the main players in the aeronautics sector material handling field for several years. Innovative and global, our solutions enable you to carry out all your logistics operations efficiently.
Handling equipment adapted to the requirements of the aeronautical sector
Aeronautics is a particularly demanding and rigorous sector in terms of regulations and protocol at the various operations of control, maintenance and servicing of aircraft have a direct impact on the safety of people on board.
Manitou has designed machines capable of meeting the specific needs of aeronautics for either civil or military aviation. With exceptional technical characteristics, these machines and warehousing tools facilitate all operations related to the control, maintenance and logistics of aircraft.
- Fast turnarounds
- Storage of parts and equipment
- Warehouse organization
For storage, warehousing and material handling, Manitou offers several reference models. Pallet trucks, stackers, forklifts, mast trucks...With different characteristics, they help you to transport and unload your loads (including heavy and bulky ones) with comfort and safety. Thanks to the diversity of our product lines, you can optimize your logistics operations both indoors and outdoors.
The benefits of our material handling solutions for aircraft
The performance and design quality of our machines today make them the preferred solutions for a very large number of aircraft. From the civil or military field, the professionals who use our handling equipment can count on their countless advantages:
- Perfect maneuverability and stability both indoors and outdoors
- Robust and resistant design capable of lasting over time
- Ergonomic driver's cab
- Excellent visibility from the cab
- Machine versatility
- Simplicity of maintenance
Manitou also offers you services throughout the life of your equipment to optimize its use: tailor-made financing solutions, maintenance, repairs, replacement of original parts, after-sales service, extended warranty... We can also advise you at any time on the handling solutions best suited to your problems in the aeronautics sector. Do not hesitate to contact our experts. Our extensive dealer network allows you to get the services of a professional in more than 100 countries.
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The Model TR1 Tru-Trac® linear measurement solution is a versatile option for tracking velocity, position, or distance over a wide variety of surfaces. An integrated encoder, measuring wheel, and spring-loaded torsion arm in one, compact unit, the Model TR1 is easy to install. The spring-loaded torsion arm offers adjustable torsion load, allowing the Model TR1 to be mounted in almost any orientation - even upside-down. The threaded shaft on the pivot axis is field reversible, providing mounting access from either side. With operating speeds up to 3000 feet per minute, a wide variety of configuration options - including multiple wheel material options - and a housing made from a durable, conductive composite material that minimizes static buildup, the Model TR1 Tru-Trac® is the ideal solution for countless applications.
Automate 2023 Booth Number: #2344
Quick to configure. Quick to build. Quick to deliver. Parvalux understands the importance of getting product in the hands of customers quickly and efficiently. The Modular Range does just that allowing customers to configure their own solution, selecting motor and gearbox, adding encoders and brakes to create a solution perfectly suited for their specific applications such as conveyor belt systems, picking systems, parcel sorting equipment, pallet shuttles and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS). Read our modular range guide for specifics.
Automate 2023 Booth Number: #5613 | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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