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Allosteric co-founder on combining genetics and quantum computing to discover the secrets of longevity. The recent collaboration between Allosteric Bioscience and Polaris Quantum Biotech brought the worlds of quantum computing and longevity together. Leveraging a quantum-powered AI platform called QAB, Allosteric aims to transform drug discovery for improved aging, longevity and age-related diseases. Longevity.Technology: Quantum computing has long been touted for its potential to transform human understanding and progress across many fields. But, until the news from Allosteric and Polaris, there had been relatively little discussion of its specific application in the science of aging. We caught up with Allosteric co-founder and president Dr Arthur P Bollon to find out how quantum promises to transform longevity drug discovery and development. Founded in 2021, Allosteric is a new company. So new, in fact, that it doesn’t even have a website yet. But don’t let that fool you – between them, Bollon and his co-founders, Bruce Meyers and Dr Peter Sordillo, have decades of expertise in biotechnology and biomedical sciences, spanning genomics, epigenetics, systems biology, proteomics and, of course, quantum physics. Quantum: a new revolution “We’re in the midst of a new revolution, which is quantum computing,” says Bollon. “Today, using a process called quantum annealing, which we do with Polaris, it’s already about 10,000 times faster than the fastest supercomputer. But it’s estimated by authorities that in less than two years, it could be over a million times faster.” Bollon believes this massive increase in computing power has the potential to help us understand the world around us. “Quantum computing provides a better way to understand the interconnectivity of everything – biology, environment, the universe – everything,” he says. “At Allosteric, we’re applying this mindset of interconnectivity to aging and longevity.” As a concept, this sounds impressive, but how can it be used practically to drive the aging field forward? “For aging, quantum computing can help us understand what factors and pathways are involved,” says Bollon. “And, when we identify a pathway, it also increases our capability of manipulating that and coming up with positive factors. We have developed a methodology to allow us to integrate the quantum computing AI capability with the biomedical disciplines of genomics, genetics, proteomics, systems, biology, and so on.” Genetics: Nature’s quantum computer Bollon’s background in genetics is key to Allosteric’s approach to finding the interconnectivities in aging. “Let’s say you’ve identified a pathway and you’re trying to understand how it relates to aging, and whether there is a benefit to targeting that pathway,” he says. “The chances are genetics already did it. Genetics is like millions of years of R&D – it’s Nature’s quantum computer and it’s mostly been used for solving biochemical problems, but I feel it’s also critical for aging.” Bollon points to the premature aging disease progeria as an indication that the answers to aging may lie in our genes. “Progeria is a genetic disease related to aging,” he says. “It’s not exactly like normal aging, but many of the changes in the body are similar to the aging process. Using Nature’s quantum computer (genetics), we have identified a protein target that is related both to progeria and normal aging.” Through its collaboration with quantum computing specialist Polaris, Allosteric is now investigating this target further. “We’ve used our QAB platform to create a library of billions of molecules, and we are in the process of screening to identify initially, maybe 100,000 molecules, then a few thousand, down to maybe 10 or 20,” says Bollon. “If everything goes correctly, these molecules will have the capability to modulate the critical protein involved in normal aging and in progeria. “If we could modulate this protein, could it reverse the effect of something like progeria, could it extend longevity, and could it prevent adverse events in the normal aging process? Based on our calculations, and insights, we think that it has great potential.” Multiple aging targets and modulators Bollon is keen to stress that progeria is just one example of where Allosteric is focused and that the company has identified “other targets” and is conducting the same approach on each. “In addition to our QAB platform, we also have our ALT (Aging Longevity Targets) platform to identify targets through genetics and other factors, and our ALM (Aging Longevity Modulators) platform to create modulators against the targets,” he explains. “Rather than trying to reprogram cells, do gene therapy, change this, or change that, we’re doing something much more fundamental. We’re taking a genetic process, which took millions of years to develop and using the insight from that genetic result to help us identify the target, and then using all these new technologies for creating the modulators.” Beyond the obvious benefit of unprecedented levels of processing speed and power, Bollon says the real value of quantum computing is the increased insight it can provide. “It’s not only about speed, but it’s also the ability to make connections that can give you a deeper answer to your problem. For example, there were math problems that took decades to solve, but were solved very quickly using computers. Something as complex as aging could take several more centuries to fully understand and to be able to modulate. But with the quantum computer, it might take just a few years.” Allosteric is now focused on building out its screening programmes for targets and modulators, with some fairly ambitious goals. “We’re targeting having 15 clinical leads in three years,” says Bollon. “All of them would be for improving aging and longevity and improving treatment of age-related diseases such as cancer, CNS, and cardiovascular disease.”
A Loonigans staple style since 2016, the reversible HELLA swimsuit is back with a twist for the EUPHLORIA collection, now with flirty frill ruffles. This high rise cut out swimsuit can be worn 4 ways, back to front and inside out! Choose from a high neckline or low daring one. Reversible with each bold and beautiful EUPHLORIA print on either side! Styled with the Mesh Gloves, sold separately. All items are made to order, please allow for 10-15 working days for make – leave your event date at check out! Headdress by Headspace Headdresses Fashion doesn’t have to cost the earth! This item is ethically made in the UK using fabric that is printed in the UK. Using Life Recycled Lycra made from a regenerated yarn made from recycled plastic such as discarded fishing nets from the ocean and carpets destined for landfill.
- Varighed: 2 Timer (Ca.) - Sted: Lord Howe Island, New South Wales - Produkt kode: UST For the snorkelling enthusiast join us on our two hour Ultimate Snorkelling Tour to four or more of the lagoons most amazing coral gardens. Enjoy snorkelling within the calm pristine waters of the lagoon and marvel at the diversity of this reef environment. The Ultimate Snorkelling Tour has been developed specifically by Lord Howe Environmental Tours to enable snorkelers to experience the greatest range of coral communities and fish fauna within the Island’s stunning lagoon. We take you to four amazing locations on this tour. Located on the inside of the main western reef, and dominated by a luxuriant garden of staghorn coral (Acropora lovelli) Erscott’s Hole is a must see location. Frequented by the glass bottom boats, Erscott’s hole is famous for its Double Header Wrasse (Coris bulbifrons), Spangled Emperors (Lethrinus nebulosus) and numerous other beautiful reef fish species. Boasting the greatest coral density and diversity within the lagoon, Erscott’s reef offers a range of snorkelling experiences, from the deep western tip of this reef to its shallower eastern side. Relax as you view the fragile coral gardens dominated by brightly coloured tropical species or challenge yourself as you dive to greater depths to view schools of Many Spotted Sweetlips (Plectorhinchus multivittatum) and turtles. Be amazed at the incredible variety of marine life found in this deep coral hole, ranging from massive Black Stingrays (Dasyatis thetidis) to animated clown fish (Amphiprion mccullochi). Located centrally within the lagoon, Comets Hole will also reveal to you some of the more timid lagoon inhabitants including the Painted Rock Lobster (Panulirus versicolour) and the Tiger Cowry shell (Cypraea tigris). Located on the southern side of Blackburn Island, the Horseshoe is a shallow reef dominated by neon coloured corals (Porites sp.) and mesmerising Butterflyfish. Due to its shallow environment and calm waters, this site is the perfect location for those learning to snorkel. For those learning to snorkel and young children, lifejackets, wetsuits, and floatation tubes are provided free of charge. This tour is tide-dependent, and therefore will be scheduled one week in advance. Please see confirmation emails for details. Tour Price includes: Snorkelling equipment provided
The LPFA is spearheading the charge for Graffiti removal from trails across the Los Padres National Forest, including the Santa Barbara front country, East Camino Cielo Road, and Santa Paula Canyon. Graffiti is bad for the environment. Unlike trash, graffiti is not easily removable and its impact is long lasting, as toxic chemicals from paints ultimately leach into the environment. Graffiti violates Leave No Trace principles, and often times the chemicals used to remove it are also not great. Once graffiti shows up in nature, it invites others to deface it even more, making the problem worse. Graffiti is Vandalism Vandalism, graffiti, and defacing of trees and rocks is a problem in easily accessed areas close to urban populations. But this behavior is not only problematic, it’s also criminal. If caught in the act, the person responsible could face steep fines of at least $5,000 and would be prosecuted through the federal government. Help us clean up graffiti in the Los Padres National Forest! Join the LPFA Graffiti Removal Squad! We are currently seeking volunteers who want to help eradicate graffiti from the LPNF. You will be trained and provided with all the necessary equipment. Enjoy some time in nature and help restore its beauty. Email firstname.lastname@example.org to get involved! We appreciate any and all help in our efforts! If you aren’t able to join us on the trail, you can still help us fundraise for the materials we need. To make a contribution to help remove graffiti, select “Graffiti Removal Program” in the donation designation below. Help us locate Graffiti in the Los Padres If you are out on the trail and locate graffiti, you can submit a report on HikeLosPadres.com, send us a dropped pin from your location, or if you have an iPhone, make sure your location tracking is turned on and send us the photo from where you find the graffiti. We appreciate all the folks who are helping keep the Los Padres National Forest graffiti free!
Studentships available: Untaxed bursary of £16,553 per annum Applications are invited for two fully funded PhD positions in Computer Systems under the supervision of Dr. Jana Giceva . We welcome applications from students who are excited to do research in the broad area of computer systems and who want to design and build systems that support Big Data and Data Science workloads and that run efficiently on modern and future hardware platforms. We encourage applications from highly motivated students who want to influence how future systems are designed across the system stack: from hardware/software co-design, to operating systems and data processing engines. To apply for this position, you will need to have a solid background in at least one of the following areas: databases, operating systems, computer architecture, performance analysis, or some prior experience in working with hardware accelerators. You will also need experience in building and working with large software systems, and strong background in system programming. Applicants are expected to have a First Class or Distinction Masters level degree, or equivalent, in a relevant scientific or technical discipline, such as computer science or mathematics. Applicants must be fluent in spoken and written English. The position is fully funded, covering tuition fees, travel funds and a stipend/bursary. The position is available to home and EU students. To apply for this position, please follow the application guidelines . In the application form, please write ‘Computer Systems for Data Science’ in the “Proposed Research Topic” field, and ‘Dr. Jana Giceva’ in the “Proposed Research Supervisor” field. Please follow the deadlines as specified by the Department of Computing. Early applications are encouraged. Informal inquiries about this position are also encouraged and can be directed to Dr. Jana Giceva. The Department of Computing is a leading department of Computer Science among UK Universities, and has consistently been awarded the highest research rating. In the 2014 REF assessment, the Department was ranked third (1st in the Research Intensity table published by The Times Higher), and was rated as "Excellent" in the previous national assessment of teaching quality. We are committed to equality and valuing diversity. We are also an Athena SWAN Silver Award winner, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Two Ticks Employer, and are working in partnership with GIRES to promote respect for trans people.
How To Protect Sensitive Eyes In Summer Everyone loves fun in the sun. We all know that too much sun causes skin damage. But did you know its ultraviolet (UV) rays can also damage the eyes? Protecting sensitive eyes in summer is crucial to prevent discomfort, damage, and potential eye conditions caused by excessive sun exposure, UV rays, and other environmental factors. Here are some tips to help protect your sensitive eyes during the summer months: 1. Wear sunglasses in bright sunlight Sunglasses are not only capable of embellishing your overall style and outfit and making you look even more stylish, but they are also very beneficial to your eyes. UV light more easily penetrates eye tissues than visible light, potentially increasing the risk of eye problems. Wearing sunglasses is the simplest and safest way to protect your eyes from UV rays. Choose sunglasses that fit well and that block light from coming in around the lenses. Opt for sunglasses with polarized lenses, as they can reduce glare and enhance visual clarity, reducing eye strain in bright conditions. Look for sunglasses with larger lenses or wraparound styles to provide maximum coverage from the sun’s rays. UV rays can seriously damage our eyesight, causing a variety of different conditions, such as cataracts, photokeratitis, and many others. If you have your favorite pair of sunglasses that are a bit scratched, yet you’re not ready to throw them away, you can always just buy replacement lenses. On this website you can easily find beautiful lenses that will give your old sunglasses a new glow. 2. Wear a hat in the heat and bright light Hats protect your eyes and your head from overheating (sunstroke). Choose a hat with a broad, dark brim that shades your eyes and reduces glare. A hat with a wide brim can provide additional shade and protection from direct sunlight, complementing your sunglasses’ effectiveness. 3. Don’t rub irritated/dry eyes When it’s hot outsides, our eyes can become dry. Dry eyes occur when you lack tear quantity or quality. Dealing with the discomfort of dry eyes can be a daily battle, and the condition can affect your vision. Irritated eyes can feel itchy. Other symptoms include: - sensitive to light - more watery than normal Here’s how you can prevent irritated/dry eyes: - clean your eyelids every day - apply warm compresses - take breaks to rest your eyes when using a computer screen - make sure your computer screen is just below eye level - use a humidifier to stop the air from getting dry - if you wear contact lenses, take them out and wear glasses to rest your eyes - get better sleep - drink enough water - Eat some omega-3 fatty acids For immediate relief, you can buy eye drops. Over-the-counter artificial tears can help lubricate your eyes and reduce irritation. Use them as needed or as recommended by your eye care professional. Stay hydrated. Drinking enough water helps maintain proper eye hydration and can reduce dry eye symptoms. 4. Avoid peak sun hours The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If possible, limit your time outdoors during these hours or seek shade to reduce your eye’s exposure to harmful UV radiation. 5. Use protective eyewear during outdoor activities If you’re engaged in sports or activities where there’s a risk of eye injury (e.g., swimming, gardening, or sports), wear protective eyewear such as goggles or safety glasses. 6. Get regular eye check-ups Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining eye health, especially if you have sensitive eyes. An optometrist or ophthalmologist can detect any issues early on and provide appropriate recommendations. These tips are beneficial for everyone during the summer months. Equipping oneself with proper eye protection, such as sunglasses with UV and polarized lenses, along with a wide-brimmed hat, provides a solid defense against the sun’s rays. Avoiding peak sun hours and staying hydrated help minimize eye strain and dryness. By taking these precautions, you can enjoy the summer sun without compromising your eye health. In the midst of the sun-drenched festivities, regular eye check-ups remain a fundamental pillar of eye care, ensuring any issues are addressed promptly and effectively. By incorporating these simple yet effective measures, individuals with sensitive eyes can confidently embrace the joys of summer, appreciating the season’s splendor without compromising their well-being.
October 1888: During the construction of the Metropolitan Police headquarters near Whitehall, which would later be known as Scotland Yard, the remains of a body were found. In September, a severed arm had already been discovered in the muddy shore of the River Thames. There is another murderer roaming the streets of London in Whitehall, amusing himself by spreading the pieces of a poor woman around Whitehall, like some kind of macabre treasure hunt. The identity of this monster and his unfortunate victim are a mystery, the Whitehall Mystery. Dependência de língua
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Zuke'S Z-Bone Dental Chew Dog Treats Care for your dog's teeth in a delicious way with Zuke's Z-Bones Clean Apple Crisp Recipe mini dental chews. These edible chews for small dogs feature natural ingredients to help fight bad breath in both the mouth and the gut. The chewy texture is ideal for polishing his teeth and helping to keep his gums healthy. A combination of herbs, including parsley, alfalfa and fennel, helps keep his breath fresh, while wholesome ingredients such as apple, peas and spinach let you know you're giving him natural goodness each time you toss a treat. Share a special moment with your best friend each time you reach for these high-quality dental chews and keep his treats fresh in the resealable pouch. These grain-free Zuke's Z-Bones dog treats lack wheat gluten, cornstarch or synthetic chlorophyll, so you can be assured you're giving your best friend the nutritious ingredients he needs without the extra additives that he doesn't in each chew you give him. - New Packaging, Same Trail-Tested Recipes. For A Limited Time, Packaging Look May Vary. - Contains One (1) 8.25 Oz. 18-Count Pouch Of Mini Sized Z-Bones For Dogs 20-25 Lbs - Made With Real Wholefoods, Including Apple, Spinach And Peas - A Combination Of Herbs, Including Parsley, Alfalfa And Fennel, Helps Keep His Breath Fresh - Purposeful Ingredients Help Fight Bad Breath In The Mouth And Gut
Since opening, Blue Diamond Resorts has risen to become the Caribbean’s fastest growing resort chain, with a 45 property portfolio exceeding 15,000 rooms in ten countries. Their brands include Royalton Luxury Resorts, Hideaway At Royalton, CHIC All Exclusive Resorts, Grand Lido Negril Au Naturel All-Suite Resort, Grand Memories Resorts & Spa, Starfish Resorts and Mystique Boutique Suites. Experience All-In Luxury Luxury Accommodations: All Royalton Luxury Resorts are built with the discerning traveller in mind. We have a wide variety of room categories to suit your unique needs. From spacious 1-bedroom to 2 or 3-bedroom suites, Royalton Luxury Resorts invites you to experience ultimate luxury during your stay in some of the most picturesque destinations in the Caribbean. All rooms offer luxurious amenities to make you feel right at home during your stay, featuring a fully-stocked mini-bar, free Wi-Fi, and more. Experience DreamBed: Royalton guests enjoy a restful sleep on our premium handcrafted DreamBed mattresses, designed exclusively for Royalton Luxury Resorts by the award-winning sleep experts at Kingsdown Luxury Mattresses. Royalton Fit: All-New Fitness Program at Royalton Luxury Resorts expands All-In Luxury to include fitness and wellness. As the connoisseurs of the evolving all-inclusive model, the new fitness programming will now bring guests a variety of classes, taught by professional and certified instructors. Sports Event Guarantee: Watch all of the top games on our flat screen televisions in the comfort of our SCORE Sports Bar and Lounge and enjoy premium refreshments and delicious pub fare. Unlimited Reservation-Free Luxury Dining: Enjoy first class dining experiences in our à la carte specialty restaurants as you please, without the hassle of pre-selected reservations. For further convenience, dine in the comfort of your room with our extensive 24-hour room service menu. All-In Connectivity: Guests at Royalton Luxury Resorts can take advantage of our All-In Connectivity features including free WI-FI throughout the resort, unlimited free in-room calling to North America and most of Europe, as well as convenient USB recharge and Bluetooth audio stations in the room. Guests can also download the free Royalton app and receive the convenience of the unlimited free calling plan from their mobile device while on the property. Diamond Club: Upgrade to Diamond Club and receive an exclusive vacation experience. This premium level of service features the comfort of anticipatory service, exclusive à la carte restaurants and bar areas, as well as the shimmering pool and pristine beach areas for the sole use of Diamond Club guests. Preferred room locations • Butler service • Selection of in-suite liquors • Preferential reservations in à la carte restaurants • Exclusive Diamond Club beach area with waiter service • Distinctive wrist bracelet • Personalized check-in and check-out • Hors d’oeuvres ans snacks including decadent desserts in the Diamond Club Lounge • Upgraded room service menu • Selection of pillows from The Royal Spa pillow menu • Discounts on spa treatments and beauty services. Kids Adventures: Treat your kids to exciting fun with our innovative Kids Adventures program. Designed for a range of ages, these supervised programs set the backdrop for memorable experiences in an environment that is casual, fun and safe. Families will appreciate our state-of-the-art facilities. Montego Bay, Jamaica • 352 Rooms • All-Ages Beachfront resort just 35 minutes from Sangster International Airport and 40 minutes from the town of Montego Bay. Two pools, splash pad, conference facilities ($), The Royal Spa and seven à la carte restaurants. Montego Bay, Jamaica • 228 Rooms • All-Ages Beachfront resort just 35 minutes from Sangster International Airport and 40 minutes from the town of Montego Bay. ’Stay at 1 play at 2’ privileges with Royalton White Sands and enjoy restaurants and an authentic jerk hut. Negril, Jamaica • 407 Rooms • All-Ages Beachfront resort just 90 minutes from Sangster International Airport and 90 minutes from the town of Montego Bay. Lush green landscapes, gorgeous rocky shores and crystal blue waters. Eight restaurants, a splash park for kids along with supervised kids clubs. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic • 730 Rooms • All-Ages Beachfront resort just 30 minutes from Punta Cana Airport. Voted top 25 best beaches in the world together with unique programming for children and teens, including an on-site FlowRider wave machine, splash park, and a fun-filled lazy river. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic • 317 Rooms • All-Ages Beachfront resort just 30 minutes from Punta Cana Airport. Dining options include eight restaurants, a variety of bars, three pools, a shaded kids pool and non-motorized watersports. ’Stay at 1 play at 2’ enjoy Grand Memories Punta Cana facilities with access to one of the largest water parks in the Caribbean. Cancun, Mexico • 840 Rooms • All-Ages A beachfront resort just 10 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown Cancun. Nine restaurants, a variety of bars and an ultimate vacation experience at Splash Safari includes water spritzes and sprays to tame the tropical heat. Saint Lucia, Caribbean • 230 Rooms • All-Ages A picturesque drive from Hewanorra International Airport, savour the opportunity to see Saint Lucia’s countryside. Variety of dining options at eight restaurants, a variety of bars, family-friendly accommodations and plenty of entertainment for guests of all ages. Cancun, Mexico • 230 Rooms • All-Ages A beachfront resort just 10 minutes from Cancun International Airport and in the heart of downtown Cancun. Spend your days lounging on the stunning, white sand private beach next to breathtaking clear blue waters, and your nights celebrating under the stars with the Rooftop SkyClub’s exclusive pool and elegant cabanas. Antigua, Caribbean • 288 Rooms • All-Ages A beachfront resort just 30 minutes from V.C. Bird International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown St. John’s. Sitting on a stunning private beach next to breathtaking clear waters, you can relax with the soft trade winds blowing in upscale ambiance under the watchful eye of historic Fort Barrington that overlooks the hotel and Deep Bay. Cancun, Mexico • 343 Rooms • Adults-Only A beachfront resort just 10 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown Cancun. 11 restaurants, an exclusive pool, private beach areas, an enhanced quality of amenities, afternoon hors d’oeuvres, exclusive à la carte restaurants, and personalized beach bags. Negril, Jamaica • 140 Rooms • Adults-Only Beachfront resort just 90 minutes from Sangster International Airport and 90 minutes from the town of Montego Bay. Set in an exclusive location that overlooks an electric blue ocean, this adults-only oceanfront resort has stunning views. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic • 168 Rooms • Adults-Only Set on the shores of Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach is one of the best beaches in the world as rated by TripAdvisor. Adult guests can enjoy windsurfing, kayaks, paddle boats, catamaran trips, and access to the Caribbean’s largest on-site water park. Saint Lucia, Caribbean • 166 Rooms • Adults-Only A picturesque drive from Hewanorra International Airport, savour the opportunity to see Saint Lucia countryside. Each room at this adults-only vacation escape overlooks the calm ocean, with tall lush mountains in the distance from the private cove in which it sits. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic • 320 Rooms • Adults-Only A beautiful resort in Uvero Alto Beach, just 40 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport. Savour gourmet meals from around the world at four à la carte restaurants. Each night of the week, the sights and sounds of CHIC Punta Cana bring guests a variety of vibrant entertainment. Negril, Jamaica • 26 Rooms • Adults-Only Private and protected, Grand Lido is an oceanfront boutique hotel bringing guests a unique and natural all-inclusive vacation for adults. From every vantage point, a pristine blue ocean and the rocky shores of Negril are all that’s seen while adults enjoy sun in private. Grand Lido is an oceanfront boutique resort for guests over the age of 21, offering a unique and natural all-inclusive vacation. Riviera Maya, Mexico • 38 Rooms Holbox, a contemporary. luxurious, and exquisite boutique beachfront resort, is located on the exotic island of Holbox. This small paradisiac 26-mile island is within the protected Yum Balam nature reserve at the north of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Holbox is considered an exclusive destination unspoiled by mass tourism, making it an ideal getaway for vacationers searching for a true escape from the ordinary. Rich in marine life and a variety of endemic and migratory birds, guests will observe yellow-lord parrots, painted buntings, and flamingos. Antigua, Caribbean • 464 Rooms Set among 40 acres of tropical paradise, Starfish Jolly Beach Resort is Antigua’s largest all-inclusive resort, featuring 464 rooms with private balconies or terraces surrounded by the stunning lush tropical gardens, white sand beaches, and the turquoise waters of Jolly Harbour. Starfish Jolly Beach Resort features six different all-inclusive accommodation options ideal for everyone from budget travellers to honeymooners and families. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic • 252 Rooms Located only a short walk away from one of the most pristine and beautiful stretches of Bavaro Beach, Grand Memories Punta Cana is perfectly situated in a lush tropical setting, offering a new concept in all-inclusive resorts with unparalleled service and deluxe accommodations that perfectly fit into the genuine and magical ambiance of the Caribbean coast. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic • 273 Rooms Grand Memories Splash caters to both couples’ and families’ unique vacation needs. With diverse dining options, indulge in the romance of the Mediterranean at the resort’s Italian à la carte restaurant, which offers the perfect ambiance for special occasions and celebrations, or embark on a thrilling seafood adventure at the popular restaurant ’Under The Sea’. By signing up for this email, you are agreeing to news, offers, and information from Centre Holidays.
Here’s why boomers should love millenials. Because millennials are going to pay for our retirement. They are the biggest demographic right now that’s out there looking for homes. And they’re all reaching home-buying age. They’re turning 30 plus. They’re having babies. They’re getting married. They’re doing all those things. And we don’t have enough homes for them. And even if new construction explodes right now, it’s going to take years to catch up. So we’re concerned about interest rates but I think that the demand for millennials is outpacing the concern about interest rates and it’s keeping our home prices nice and steady. So if you see a millennial today, give them a hug and offer them your house. Watch the latest market update
The Minnesota State Mankato athletic department will play host to a welcome-home celebration for its national champion men's and women's basketball teams on Monday. The school became the first Division II program in 40 years to win both the men's and women's championships in the same season over the weekend. On Friday, the women routed Texas Woman's 89-73 in St. Joseph, Mo., for the school's second title, and on Saturday, the men beat Nova Southeastern 88-85 in Evansville, Ind., on a last-second three-pointer by Kyreese Willingham. Monday's ceremony at the Taylor Center is free and open to the public. Doors open at 4 p.m., with the program beginning at 4:30. Afterwards, fans will be able to get autographs from both teams. Both coaches acknowledged the support of the community over the weekend. "We say all the time that MSU is such a big part of the community of Mankato, but Mankato is such a big part of the Minnesota State community as well," women's coach Emilee Thiesse said after Friday's victory. Said men's coach Matt Margenthaler on Saturday: "It's been unbelievable, really the last month and a half or so of the season, it sort of blew up. ... Coming here [to Evansville], people continued to follow. It got bigger from Tuesday to Thursday to Saturday. We had a bunch of people come over last night from the women's championship game."
3D Human Anatomy Atlas 2 is a human anatomy learning and teaching app. It includes male and female models, each with over 3,400 anatomical structures. All the structures in both models are rendered in true 3D. The user can view any combination of anatomy, rotate freely, and adjust the zoom area. Each structure includes definitions with detailed information about location, form, function and physiology.
When normal people get a new coffee maker, their first thought is usually, ‘Oh yay, now I can have fresh, delicious coffee with the push of a button!’ Not this guy. When he first saw the new coffee machine in the break room, he thought he might as well take the opportunity to mess around with some coworkers. He printed out a sticker saying the machine is voice-activated and watched as people spoke to the machine in vain. We’re not saying he’s the devil, but we’re not saying he isn’t. You Get What You Give The employee who works at this desk thought he was being funny when putting lotion on the door handles of his coworkers. Apparently, his coworkers didn't think so. The next day he came to work and found his entire desk in the parking lot. We wonder if he thought this was funny, too and if he is planning his next move on this prank war. Employee of the... Wait a second The wall with staff pictures recently got a new addition. This new employee is new in this country and seems to be very ambitious. He raises his voice a little too much, but apparently, it helps him with sales. He's also pretty formal, which the bosses seem to like. He insists on us addressing him as Supreme Leader, which sounds like a pretty cool nickname. It looks like he's about to become the most popular guy in the office! Don't Forget Your Badge When one of the employees of this company forgets their badge at home, they need to get a replacement one. But rather than using a guest badge or a temporary one, they get this. Much like the cone of shame from the movie Up (hence the picture of the cone-wearing dog), this is a disciplinary action. Now go sit in the corner and think about what you did. All workplaces have their typecast. There is the one who stays in the office way past closing time, the one who brings the best food, the one who brings the worst food, the one who steals everyone's food, and the one who thinks coffee constitutes a snack (it doesn't), and we could go on forever but have other things to do. One of those types is the grammar nerd. It's that same person who will make sure to correct you every time, no matter if it's in person or in a note like this one.
I'm a coffee loving, travel-obsessed, twenty-something based out of Central Illinois. I'm lucky enough to make a living doing what I love - photographing people! I specialize in weddings (destination + local), senior portraits, + boudoir. After Allie’s senior session in the sunflowers last summer, we knew we wanted her senior mini session to take place in a more urban setting. I love all of the different colors, brick walls, and textures we found while walking around Paxton’s streets. She’s no stranger to my camera, which made her mini session that much better since she didn’t need any sort of “warm up” because she knew what to expect. I love that about seniors who book multiple sessions. They know what to expect, and the more I have a chance to photograph them, the more natural they are in front of my lens and the less posing I have to do! It may have been a bit chilly for her early April urban mini session (quite the opposite from her sunflower session) but I think she still rocked it!
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Facebook has launched a blood donations center on its platform with an intent to boost its 217 million users in India to donate blood by showing the possibility to donate in their city, including blood donation events and requests for blood donors. Facebook has as well proclaimed partnerships with organizations across the country, including National Blood Transfusion Council, a division of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and a non-profit Giants Welfare Foundation. A new center was announced in San Jose at the F8 developers on World Blood Donor Day in May and can be accessed from the explore menu on the device. Sign up and notify directly People who visit "Blood Donations Centre" on Facebook can sign up to be a blood donor, a tool that has been released in October earlier this year where Facebook users in India could sign up to be blood donors and get notified directly where there is a need for blood nearby. According to the company, currently, over 11 people have signed up in countries including India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. By Sowmya Sangam
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There have been some updates proposed for the way we’re testing CoreCore Core is the set of software required to run WordPress. The Core Development Team builds WordPress. Data asynchronously and I wanted to share them here for everyone to see. We’re going ahead and adopting iOSiOS The operating system used on iPhones and iPads. 8 technologies starting with this latest dev cycle – which means we can use the new asynchronous unit testing support in XCTest. Take a look at this blog post for more information about some of the changes we’ve made. Asynchronous unit testing Core Data with Xcode 6
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To reach as many people as possible, you can advertise your services online. The more people who see your advert, the more money you make. Put together a garage sale With the help of your family, you can put together a garage sale with ease for extra money. To reach out to more people, you can advertise the garage sale online and you can sell things your family doesn’t need or use anymore.
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This resource, part of the Inspector Manual, provides guidelines for inspectors to plan and deliver workshops for teachers. Discussion topics focus on the various inspector roles while delivering workshops, as well as the importance of getting feedback from teachers. This resource, part of the Inspector Manual, provides two example workshops, a series of questions that compare and contrast the workshops, and an experimental learning cycle workshop template. Discussion topics focus on identifying workshop objectives and incorporating the experimental learning cycle. Appendix C of the Guide to the Algerian English Curriculum for Middle School Year 4 (MS4) describes a 10- to 11- day sample unit focusing on objectives for one year of language study. Included are the general language skills covered and the stages and general steps of the lessons.
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Gringo is a confusing mishmash of genres that fails to reach a clear direction, with a stumbling plot and plain characters. Is Edgerton in way of his head? To say this movie has a messy plot is an understatement. As if the writers have taken the very same weed pills that Harold helps produce, multiple story lines running through the film are forgotten and hastily remembered in an amnesiac haze. The movie itself was unspectacular but for some reason, I couldn’t say I was bored. The ensemble cast makes you wonder why they chose to star in a seemingly B-list movie and at times, they do feel slightly overqualified. Yet, I was still entertained for the most part. Gringo stars down-on-his-luck Harold Soyinka — played by the brilliant David Oyelowo — who unknowingly works for a shady drug company. Hapless Harold is a really nice guy and the film goes out of its way to show you this. But life seems to be treating him harshly. He’s in debt, his bosses (Charlize Theron and Joel Edgerton) are hard on him, and he’s losing his wife. All in all, you can’t help but feel bad for the guy. Along with his bosses, he travels to Mexico to handle some business but Harold stays back and fakes his kidnapping. Then proceeds a bunch of cat-and-mouse chases as a number of people try to find Harold, including a Mexican drug cartel. Oyelowo does his best to inject life into his character and the movie on the whole. He brings a slice of comedy into Gringo and you can’t help but cheer at the end when he finally gets his way. His character brings a moral tale — that good things happen to good people. But overall, the movie is full of poorly written characters that are unable to develop due to the messy plot. And here is where it loses its footing. There are numerous subplots that aren’t really there for the majority of the film and are often neglected. The unaware Sunny (played by Amanda Seyfried) falls victim to this even though it would have been great to see more of her. Charlize Theron is as always great but her character is one-dimensional and a little too familiar. Meanwhile, Joel Edgerton plays a dumb, charmless character who is infuriating. Both provide humour in their non-PC lines but are at times too overbearing. Most characters have lovable qualities but are little more than caricatures. That would be fine if this movie was a comedy. But is it a comedy? Unfortunately, the film suffers from a genre identity crisis. It can’t decide if it’s a comedy, a crime thriller, or a drama. The messy genre coverage leaves the film unaware of where it stands. As most of the characters are hyperbolic, it would have been better suited to be a full-on comedy and perhaps would have even fared better if they amped up the humour. Gringo is a cliched movie with a cliched narrative that somehow at times manages to be overly complicated. On top of this, there are multiple twists that add nothing to the story other than humour. Like Icarus, Gringo flies too close to the sun and gets burned in a lot of places. But the end product is one that can be enjoyable, if you keep expectations low. At least all of the loose ends are tied up neatly by the end of the film and catharsis is served in sweet, sweet karma. Starring a great cast, Gringo baffles so much that I can’t decide if the film is terrible or so bad that it’s wonderful. However, I can’t say that I was bored or left feeling underwhelmed. So, I guess it did do its job.
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A couple of weeks ago I tried to get three different seeds started. As of today, none of them have taken off. Nothing green at all. Yeah, I’m kind of bummed. All of this snow on the ground (we got about a food) is making me lust after green things. But it’s important to note that although this is disappointing, it doesn’t shake my resolve whatsoever. The fact is, I have learned one pretty important thing over my years of attempted gardening, and that is that failure tends to happen an awful lot. Gardening is not just a matter of placing seeds in dirt and crossing your fingers. It’s an art, and each seed, each plant, requires you to use a different set of tools to make it thrive. I think this facet of gardening is what turns a lot of people off. It’s bad enough that you have to wait for something to happen in this era of instant gratification. The idea that a lot of the stuff you plant will just simply never come to anything does not sound like a great motivation to even bother trying. There are farmers, farmers’ markets, and worst case scenario, you can just get your damned carrots at the grocery store. Pulling them out of the dirt doesn’t mean THAT much. All of that is part of what makes me love gardening so much. Sure, a lot of things may not work out. Last summer was one of my worst gardening summers ever. One plant grew a bunch of tomatoes but they all had rust on them. My other tomato plants got tons of flowers but never grew fruit. My peppers…I can’t even explain what they did. And my zucchini plant grew one little zucchini and that was it. However, I have had successful efforts, and those make all of the tries worth it. Deciding that you want some basil with your pasta and just walking outside to cut some is intensely rewarding for me. Knowing that you helped make that basil happen makes it all the better. Every failure that you get in gardening reminds you that anything that goes right is truly miraculous. Gardening is a risky business, as is anything that has to do with life. It might not work. Your lettuce might bolt, you might get weird destructive bugs, the weather might be too dry or too wet, too hot or too cold. But all of these risks apply to any kind of relationship with living organisms. People continue to have kids even though so much can go wrong. But so much can go right. People adopt dogs and cats and rabbits and gerbils, knowing from the start that these animals will live in our hearts but won’t be alive as long as we would like them to live. But we care for them anyway, even with all of the risks inherent in that venture. Failures do not turn me off from gardening. They are chances to learn, chances to do better. My friends at Tyrant Farms told me that I need to put more soil in the pots I’m using, so I am going to try that. Another friend suggested maybe I start the seeds in more of a starter kit versus the actual pot. I’m thinking I might go that route. There are lots of other things to try. Maybe my location for the plants isn’t great. Maybe I watered too much or too little. But I know that eventually I will be successful, and that food will taste so extra good because I will know what it took to make it grow. If you are thinking gardening isn’t for you just because you don’t have that magical green thumb, don’t hold yourself back. Give it a try. And then give it another try. Have fun with it. I’ll bet you catch the gardening bug!
Your Avatar Can Triple Profits in 30 Days The three biggest problems online marketers face are: 1: Not getting new people to join your email list, read your blog or join your social media platforms. 2: Not getting readers to open emails, engage, talk, hang out of social media or share content. 3: Not getting readers and subscribers to buy stuff. All three of these problems can be solved when you get clear on your avatar and your statement of value (SOV). You’ll find that any paid advertising will be more likely to hone in on your target audience and in turn reduce ad spend and increase clicks and conversion. Not only that but you will likely ensure you produce content that your target audience is interested in, resulting in more free search traffic. Your avatar is your character profile of the exact person you want on your list, visiting your blog and engaging on social media. In any niche, there can be dozens or hundreds of different prospects. The mistake online marketers make is not knowing the best prospect to reach who will purchase their offers. And the solution is to get clear on your ideal avatar. Find the exact person who wants what you are selling, and selling becomes a breeze. What’s more, your statement of value is also essential to your success, which we’ll cover in a moment. Spending time to get your avatar can triple profits in 30 Days. Many business take a shotgun approach marketing to who they think their customers are. Use this information to get more insights into who to market to. Ideally your goal is to target the exact buyer you seek, talk to them about exactly what they want to talk about and then offer them the exact solution that will fix their problem. I see marketers all the time who are trying to target everyone who wants to be happy, or everyone who wants to lose weight, or everyone with an interest in golf. That’s a recipe for disaster. If your avatar is too vague – or worse yet, if you don’t have an avatar – then marketing becomes like trying to swim upstream while wearing your collection of bowling balls. It’s way too much work, you’re going to have to be a very strong, expert swimmer and still you’re just not going to make much progress, if any. People buy to experience pleasure or to avoid pain. That’s why you should look for a person’s wants, needs, desires, fears, frustrations and problems. Creating this avatar is going to get you clear on who to target and what to say to them through your content. In fact, when you’re clear on your avatar, your marketing becomes far easier, you make more sales with less effort and your entire business becomes more of a joy than of work. Here is an avatar template to use every time you enter a new market or even promote a new product. Do your research on the appropriate forums, social media groups and Facebook Groups in particular, wining advertising, Amazon reviews and anyplace your prospects hang out to find this information. Facebook insights can be a great place to start. If you must initially take a few guesses, that’s alright. You can refine your avatar as you go. Guessing incorrectly and refining is much better than not having any avatar at all. - Relationship status - Education level - Job title - Annual Income Digging Deeper – The following 7 items will all have multiple answers inside the realm of your particular niche. Wants: What does she want most of all? What is her goal? Needs: What does she have to have to make her goal happen? Desires: What are her desires on a very personal and emotional level? Fears: What is keeping her awake at night? Frustrations: What is stopping her from achieving her goal? Problems: What are the problems she faces is trying to achieve her goal? Desired Outcome: If all goes well, what does her outcome look like? Example Avatar for a Paleo Weight Loss Product: Paleo Pam; woman; age 50; married with 2 grown, unmarried children; 4 years of college; office manager at a large dental clinic; lives in Cincinnati, Ohio; loves crafts, television and sewing; $65K income. - To know what to eat and what foods to avoid on Paleo. - A plan to lose 50 pounds and keep it off. - Recipes that don’t take a lot of time to prepare, are easy and delicious. - Her paleo questions answered. - Encouragement and motivation for the times she feels like giving up. - To feel like she is not alone on her Paleo weight loss journey. - To be slim and healthy with lots of energy. - To feel confident, to love how she looks in the mirror. - To be proud of herself and to have her husband be proud of her, too. - That this is just another diet failure in the making. - That she is losing her health and her quality of life. - That this is her last chance to finally lose the weight and keep it off. - If she has grandchildren, she might not live to see them grow up. - She doesn’t understand paleo, what to eat, when to eat. - She doesn’t know where to begin. - There is conflicting information and she doesn’t know what’s right. - She’s unhealthy. She’s had a recent health scare and her doctor says to lose the weight now or face dire consequences. - Her weight seems to affect everything about her life negatively. - She’s on prescription meds for her medical condition and the side effects are unpleasant. - Her husband has lost all interest in being intimate with her and she thinks it’s her fault. - Her clothes don’t fit (again) and she can’t bear the thought of once again buying bigger clothes. - Pam has lost the weight. - She looks great, feels great, and her confidence is sky high. - She loves how she looks in the mirror and in photos. - She lost the weight without starving and now she finds it’s easy to keep the weight off, too. - Her husband is proud of her and pays more attention to her. Her clothes fit and she has more energy. - Her health problems have diminished greatly and she’s no longer on medication. Please note, this example avatar is just that – an example. Please do your own research for your own niche or products. Do you see how much easier it will be for you to now speak directly to Paleo Pam in all of your content? And can you imagine how much easier it will be for you to sell her the solution she needs now that you understand her better? And you can even custom tailor your offers to her to make sure she is getting everything she needs from you. For example, if you look at her needs, you’ll see that all three of them could be taken care of with a bonus private Facebook Group where she can connect with others who are just like her, as well as getting questions answered by you or someone who understands Paleo. The biggest mistake I see marketers making on their avatar is not focusing on URGENT problems. You’ll notice that Paleo Pam needed to lose 50 pounds, not 5 pounds. And she’s having health challenges that are serious. This is someone who is MOTIVATED to do something about her problem right away. When you show her that you understand her and you have the solution she seeks, she’s not going to balk on price or need time to think about it. She’s going to jump on your offer like her life depends on it, because in this case it probably does. When you research your prospect, you’re going to see they have MANY problems – so much so that it can become overwhelming to you. Your best bet is to figure out which problems are urgent, identify the exact prospects who have this urgent problem and then find them the solution. People whose backs are to the wall are ready to buy and buy now. They need a solution right away because without it their problem will only get worse. But there’s one more step to take: Your Statement of Value This is a simple statement that gets you clear on the value you must provide to your ideal avatar. This ensures your avatar feels like their needs are being met by you, which in turn ensures they continue to open your emails, read your blogposts and buy your stuff. Without an SOV your prospects may become bored or leave because you are not serving their needs and interests. When you couple your SOV with your Avatar, you’ll know how to attract all the right people onto your lists and social media accounts. Here’s the SOV formula: Your content (website, emails, videos, social media, etc.) gives your ideal Avatar the ability to enjoy their ultimate desired outcome. You can only complete this statement of value after you’ve completed your Avatar. For the example Avatar we created earlier, your SOV might be: FastPaleoSuccess.com gives Pam an easy plan for losing 50 pounds in 120 days and keeping it off so she can have more energy, be healthier, feel more confident and attractive and make her husband notice her again. This is just an example. If I were really putting together a Paleo website I would put a great deal more time and research into this, but you get the idea. Your SOV encapsulates and clarifies the mission you are embarking upon with your site, your campaign or whatever it is that you are doing. And with your SOV and your Avatar in hand, you’ll know exactly what kind of content to create, what to put in your emails and social media posts and how to sell your products. Making the effort to create an Avatar and SOV will save you a ton of time. No longer will you create content that isn’t suited for your audience or build your list with people who aren’t responsive to your offers. You’ll know exactly who your customers are, how to reach them and what to offer them. Bottom line: You’ll be able to earn more while doing less because you’ll do a better job of making your customers happy – perhaps more so than anyone else in your niche.
In terms of eBooks the $0.99 price point is still very common – its taken some criticism over the last few years, but by and large a lot of self-published and public domain classics still retain the $0.99 price point. I don’t use it for pricing my novel length titles, but I do have some short stories at that price. But how long will it last? Surely with the effects of inflation we won’t always have the $0.99 price? The retailers will realize the costs associated with selling titles at this price are unsustainable at some point. When will that be? I thought it would be interesting to see how much the revenue for indie/self-published publishers has declined at the $0.99 price point over the last few years and what might happen in the future. I’m not economics expert, so if my maths is awry then let me know. I used a US Inflation Calculator to do the sums. Let’s say you started publishing titles in 2010 at $0.99. If you are publishing via Amazon you get 35% of that back in royalties, which is $0.35/sale according to the reports I get from Amazon. That $0.35 is now worth in reality $0.33, 6.8% less than it was worth in 2010. That’s quite a dramatic difference! Customers are paying effectively the equivalent of $0.99 – assuming of course their disposable income has increased at the same rate as inflation. What would happen if inflation was a similar rate for the next 5 years say? If you go with an inflation rate of 2% a year, then $0.99 in 2018 is worth only $0.89 now, the royalty is $0.32, not too bad perhaps, but still a 10% reduction. If you applied that over all your sales you can see that sticking at a $0.99 is unsustainable. I think it’s likely that those sticking with the $0.99 will inevitably have to start putting up prices fairly soon. And I suspect there will be more pressure from retailers to decrease the royalties on books below a certain price. So this week since the last post I have been concentrating on research rather than writing. I decided that I need to commit to getting the sequel to By the Sword’s Edge out at some point soon – and the only way to do that is to firm up some research on the Pontvallain campaign of 1370, which is the stories setting. And the other major part of the research programme has been to look up some of the primary sources for the campaign so I can get to grips with some more of the detail. I have used Jonathan Sumption’s Divided Houses as a starting point to get primary source references. Again I’ll probably post a list of these and their availability at some point as well. That’ it. Will probably post more infrequent – perhaps a couple of times a week. So this last week was a big wash out for me – big time. Absolutely no new words at all. Away for business and then caught a bad cold, lots of travelling and although I know I should be, I just didn’t do any writing. That’s it – not much else to report! On non-writing news, I finished reading A Feast for Crows – it was good! Ended up being better than I thought, but I was initially confused about where half the characters had gone. I guess that’s what happens when a series just gets too big – too many characters and too tricky and disorientating to keep switching. Tricky though if you don’t read the next book straightaway – so I suppose I’ll need to get on with A Dance with Dragons! While I was away I picked up a mass-market edition of Umberto Eco‘s The Prague Cemetery. I’m half was through so far and enjoying it immensely. Much better than the last Eco I read, Baudalino, which was a huge disappointment. The Prague Cemetery covers some of the same ground, but from a 19th century setting, of Foucault’s Pendulum, which was ace! Not a great deal to report unfortunately for the last few days. I did a couple of hundred words on the 11th and another couple of hundred on Friday, 13th – getting into a new character in Chapter 2 of Dragons Above. I’m enjoying writing the new character – an ageing Field Marshall – but simply had a lot on my plate with work at the moment – not necessarily time-sucking, but more mental energy sucking, I think! I’m hoping to get into a better routine with writing next week – I think I just need to commit a certain amount of time from my day to make it habit forming. The problem with grabbing a few words here and there – which I have been doing recently – is that sometimes those short moments of time dry up, or if work is intense the last thing I can think of is writing. So I think that’s where having a firm time and schedule can help get things done. I’m also getting back into running at the moment, and I’m following a training plan to build up my stamina – and because I have a firm schedule I tend to commit to doing the runs that I might otherwise decide I can’t be bothered with. Perhaps I need a writing training plan to keep me on track? Only a few words since Saturday. Definitely seem to have a problem picking up the writing at the moment. I think it’s because with Dragon’s Above it is very much a blank canvas. I know where the first chapter is going to end, but that’s it. Well I have finished the first chapter now, so that leaves the rest of the book. Rather than just wade into the next chapter, I decided I might be better motivated if I do a little bit of planning. Not a lot – just get to know something about the characters I am going to write about – or at least the main character of the next chapter. What I am trying to avoid is doing loads of outlining. Dragons Above is the short novel that I am writing to keep myself writing every day while I more thoroughly plan the next installment of Stonehearted, which as its a historical novel I need to do research on (to some extent at least). So I have made some notes this morning and feel pretty happy that they give me some basis to keep moving forward, and what’s more I am quite excited with the ideas for the characters and setting that I came up. I don’t think they’re groundbreaking, but they’re of enough interest to me to keep writing. First a little update on words. 109 since Saturday – that’s it! Here’s the stuff I came up with for Dragons Above. Dragons Above – Main Characters – their conflicts. Injured in dragon bombing attack Wants to get back home to Throfunar to marry his betrothed, Frea Do his duty for the dwarves – but not sure as to the point of the war. Technical interest in defeating the dragoneers After his injury he becomes obsessed in engineering and how to come up with a weapon to defeat the dragoneers bombing. He is crippled by the attack – wheelchair and partially deaf. He thinks Frea won’t want him. Throws his energies into weapon design. He’s a love-smitten technie nerd. Field Marshall of the Alliance. Currently appointed field commander of the Army of the North. Responsible for protecting the borders of the Locked Kingdom and has been charged by the Garland Council with the ultimate defeat of the Lord of Despair and his armies. Maximilian is a famous general, who in his prime was an undefeated leader of men – during the Wars of the Hundred Cities and the War of the Intercession, he never lost a battle. Called out of retirement by an Alliance sick of defeat after defeat, Maximilian has struggled to rediscover his lost successes. He is old, and his memory is not as good as it was. He wants to rediscover his lost powers of leadership and generalship, but he knows that he can’t. Against the effects of old age – he is proud and can’t let go and admit himself incapable. He is too hard on himself – he has something to offer, but the pressures of leadership are too great for him. To hold the Alliance of men, dwarves and elves together. To defeat the Hosts of Despair. To protect his son who is anxious for a field command. Hosts of Despair Religiously motivated, end-of-days militants who believe that the peoples of Midgard must pay for the offences to the gods with blood. Armies consist of human, dwarves and elves who have lost hope or that are just cruel enough to love killing. Lead by the Lord of Despair, an unseen warlock of unknown provenance – at least by his enemies. The Alliance spy services are intent on finding out more about the Lord of Despair and have attempted to capture high-ranking Host generals to question them and also to infiltrate into the Lord of Despair’s Headquarters, but without any success so far. The Lord of Despair supplements his followers from the three main races of Midgard (humans, dwarves and elves), with other creatures – dragons and various other monsters of the northern mountains where his fastness is located. He also works in uneasy alliance with the enemies of the free people of Midgard – orcs and goblins, who now invest much of the Locked Kingdom. He sees these creatures as a punishment from the gods and sees no harm in encouraging them, although they are opposed to any alliance or control by him – as yet. Other characters to develop later in the novel Lord of Despair A mother character – mid-30s? Which side? What’s her role? Minding the castle/farm while her husband is at war? Apologies for not posting more regularly about my writing this week. Here’s a quick recap of what I’ve been doing. All words are for Dragon’s Above – chapter 1. Tuesday, 3rd September – 299 words Wednesday, 4th September – 371 words Thursday, 5th September – none! I did do some stuff for the Alt Hist website instead – posting an interview with Priya Sharma, one of the contributors to Issue 5. Friday, 6th September – 144 words Saturday, 7th September – 76 words – we had someone over at the weekend, so pretty difficult to write! What I am finding a bit disappointing this week is that my word count per day is going down. This seems to be partly because I am often only doing a single session a day and leaving it at that. Partly I think that’s explained by having a lot of work on at the moment, but also I think I need to be a bit tougher with myself and force myself to hit a target of at least 500 a day. I promise to do better this week! Finished How to Read a Novel. Not the book I was expecting, but a good read nevertheless and inspires one to read more novels! Still reading A Feast for Crows (which I have been calling Feast of Crows by mistake in previous blog posts!) I am not sure what to think of this book. The writing as ever with GRR Martin is great, but the characters don’t particularly seem to be going anywhere (I am half way through). There’s stuff that they are doing, but none of them are in particular danger as far as I can work out, and I am left thinking so what. I’m hoping it will pick up a bit soon. After the disastrous (but if you’re a Total War freak completely predictable) release of Rome 2 Total War, you might be wondering how to get your fix of Roman action? Well there’s lots of great Rome based fiction around, and you might even consider going back to the first incarnation of Rome Total War – you might even like to try my short story The Honour of Rome – it’s short, only a 1,000 words – but you also get another short story, Chivalry, included. So about 6,000 words in total. Rome 2 Total War looks great, but unfortunately I and a lot of other fans can’t play it yet because it just doesn’t run on a lot of PCs. I am confident it will get fixed at some point, but not that soon. I think I might have to check out Shogun 2 instead – or at least the demo, and Napoleon Total War, while I wait – just on the Egypt campaign at the moment, and haven’t done any of the historical battles of the Europe campaign, so lots of fun to be had yet! Monday was a fairly slow start to the week yesterday – quite a bit to do at work and when I did take a break I didn’t feel that inclined to do any writing. My main session was 353 words on Chapter 1 of Dragon’s Above at lunchtime. The words flowed pretty well and I enjoyed what I was writing. I often feel more at ease writing the start of the novel as I don’t feel the same pressure to move the story along fast – instead I can show a scene at greater leisure. Also I submitted one of my short stories, Bring on the Night, a medieval horror/fantasy to a new market. It’s been to four so far, so I keep bashing away with it and the other ones that are doing the rounds. Back to Feast of Crows now that I’ve got through most of the backlog of Alt Hist submissions. I finished Trial by Dream on Friday – adding another 223 words to take the total word count to around 2,500 – about what I expected for this story. That means I now have a couple of stories – Time’s Arrow and Trial by Dream – to send out to pro magazines. My instinct is that Time’s Arrow might need a bit more work editorially first and that Trial by Dream is also a stronger story, but we’ll see. Perhaps they’re both rubbish. Now turning my attention to the fantasy war story, Dragon’s Above. I’ll hope to make some good headway on it this week. Over the weekend had a lot of stuff going on – out a lot for social engagements and the rest of the time was spent catching up on housework and relaxing – which was mostly playing Napoleon Total War for me! Finally managed to get somewhere on the first Italian campaign, by putting it into Easy setting! However, I did do a bit of work on building the source material for the next installment of Stonehearted – managed to find sources for Calendar of Close, Patent and Fine Rolls – yay! But nothing on the Exchequer accounts, which is disappointing. 🙁
Drafting a Postnuptial Agreement: Tips for Couples A postnuptial agreement is a legal agreement between spouses that outlines how their assets and property will be divided in the event of a divorce or separation. While some couples may view postnuptial agreements as unromantic or pessimistic, they can actually be a useful tool for protecting your financial interests and ensuring a smoother divorce process should it become necessary. If you are considering drafting a postnuptial agreement, here are some tips to help you get started: 1. Be clear about your goals and expectations. Before you begin drafting a postnuptial agreement, it’s important to have a frank conversation with your spouse about your goals and expectations. What assets and property do you want to protect? Are there any issues or concerns that you want to address in the agreement? By discussing these issues upfront, you can ensure that the agreement reflects both of your needs and interests. 2. Hire a qualified attorney. While it is possible to draft a postnuptial agreement without an attorney, it is generally not recommended. A qualified attorney can help you navigate the legal complexities of a postnuptial agreement and ensure that the agreement meets all necessary legal requirements. Additionally, an attorney can help you negotiate the terms of the agreement with your spouse and ensure that both parties fully understand the implications of signing the agreement. 3. Consider all relevant assets and property. When drafting a postnuptial agreement, it is important to consider all assets and property that you want to protect. This may include real estate, investment accounts, retirement savings, and business interests, among others. Additionally, you may want to address certain debts or liabilities that you want to ensure are assigned to one spouse or the other. 4. Be fair and reasonable. While a postnuptial agreement is designed to protect both parties’ financial interests, it is important to be fair and reasonable in the terms of the agreement. If one spouse is receiving a significantly larger share of the assets or property, for example, it is important to ensure that the other spouse is adequately compensated. 5. Review and update the agreement periodically. As your financial situation or personal circumstances change, it is important to review your postnuptial agreement periodically and update it as necessary. This will ensure that the agreement continues to reflect your current needs and interests. In conclusion, drafting a postnuptial agreement can be a wise decision for couples looking to protect their financial interests in the event of a divorce or separation. By following these tips and working with a qualified attorney, you can ensure that your agreement reflects your needs and interests and provides peace of mind for both you and your spouse.
As any company, nowadays, we are going through challenging times and are repositioning our businesses to move forward and be successful. We will demonstrate our ability to compete, delivering quality transportation and logistics services at competitive prices. To our credit as an organization and each of our employees, we have not wavered from our commitment to ethics during this difficult time. Each of our businesses operates in a very competitive environment and we have set high financial and operational performance goals. We all have a responsibility to perform our jobs to the best of our ability. We must also ensure, however, that we, individually and as a company, continue to act in strict conformance with the law, customer requirements, and the highest standards of business ethics and business and financial reporting practices. We know this is not easy. To help, we have various resources available to provide guidance and make sure we are able to make the right choices. Since 2015, since its establishment, Marvicon increased every year, both in terms of turnover, as well as a fleet and number of employees. The most important moments in the evolution of the company so far includes the takeover in 2018 of a group companies, which led to growth substantial increase in revenue, fleet and number of employees and the replacement in 2020 of the latter Euro 5 trucks with Euro trucks 6, so now the whole fleet is composed from Euro 6 trucks. MARVICON fleet a gradually increased, following a development plan well developed, thus satisfying the requirements customers. We must continue to make sure our everyday actions support and demonstrate the highest level of business standards and conduct. Anything less is unacceptable. Remember, it requires a team effort to achieve and maintain our objective of ethical excellence. We believe that complying with the information contained in this Brochure as well as the training we receive and the guidance provided by our supervisors and others will allow us to say, with pride, that we are part of an organization that will succeed the right way. Mr. ILEA ILIE, OUR PERSPECTIVE - WE ARE BUILDING WITH OUR EYES ON THE FUTURE – FOCUSED ON BEING A COMPANY THAT WILL SUCCEED WITH HARD WORK AND INTEGRITY. Our Shared Values - Uncompromising Integrity - Fair competition and respecting intellectual property - Long Term, Mutually Beneficial Relationships with our customers and suppliers - Individual Development and Growth - Timely, Accurate and Complete Financial Reporting - Continuous Improvement - Safe, Healthy and Environmentally Friendly Operations Our Business Objectives - Enduring Customer and Supplier Partnerships - Commitment to Our Employees - Market Responsive Leadership - Globally Focused Business Integration - Consistent, Long-Term Profit Improvement 1.OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR CUSTOMERS AND COMPETITORS We will always strive to meet or exceed customer expectations for quality, price and delivery. We will build long lasting relationships with our customers based on mutual trust, integrity and honesty. We are sensitive to customer schedules, quality and costs and recognize the vital importance of supporting our customers’ needs. We Provide Quality Services We strive to provide services that meet or exceed our customers’ expectations for quality, integrity, and reliability. We Comply With Antitrust Laws We support vigorous but fair and honest competition. Romania and European Union have enacted laws – usually referred to as antitrust, monopoly or competition laws – designed to preserve free and open competition. We must make business decisions using independent judgment and avoid even the appearance of agreeing with a competitor to limit the way we compete with one another. We must make factual and truthful statements about our services and those of our competitors, whether in advertising or in speaking with customers or others. MARVICON will compete solely on the merits of transportastion and logistics services. We will succeed by satisfying our customers’ needs, not by unlawfully limiting a competitor's opportunities. 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Antitrust laws generally prohibit entering into any kind of agreement or understanding (even oral or informal) with a competitor regarding: - Prices, costs, profits, margins, inventories, or terms and conditions of sale - Limitations on products or services - Production facilities, volume, or capacity - Market share - Customer or supplier allocation or selection - Distribution methods - Any action that affects, limits, or restricts competition - Bidding arrangements - Resale price maintenance schemes - Restricting services offered or tying the purchase of services to other purchases - Agreements to boycott, i.e. a refusal to supply or to accept delivery The following basic restrictions apply to our ability to gather competitive intelligence: • We do not accept, disclose or use competitive information that we know or have reason to believe was disclosed to us in breach of a confidentiality agreement between a third party and one of our competitors. • We do not disclose or use, without consulting Company legal counsel, competitive information that is, or we believe should have been, marked “proprietary” or “confidential.” • We do not engage in any illegal or illicit activity to obtain competitive information. 2.OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE COMPANY AND EACH OTHER We Protect Our Company’s Assets - We are all responsible for protecting the Company’s assets and ensuring their efficient use. 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Exports and International Trade Restrictions - MARVICON worldwide operations require an awareness of international trade laws.Marvicon its business segments, all its employees , and its joint venture partners, agents, distributors, and other representatives will comply with these laws, including applicable trade sanctions, economic embargoes, and import / export controls. - The export of goods and technology (including transfers with no sale) from many countries is regulated by a number of very complicated laws and regulations. There are many factors in determining whether a product or technology can be exported, including the nature of the item, the country of destination, and the end-user or end-use. 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I hope this hasn't been asked. A search returns 17 questions, all of which have nothing to do with humor. Sometimes when responding, I try to be funny. It may not be humorous to anyone else, I'm not claiming that I achieve anything for anyone but myself. I just say things that make me chuckle. Obviously, my response needs to be relevant. That's the whole point of responding. And I don't go out of my way to pull something funny where it isn't. And I definitely do not want to be offensive. However, I notice that those types of comments tend to get removed. Is Math StackExchange averse to humor in general and it should not be used ever? Or is it likely I am just crossing some line I need to learn to gauge? The most recent example is on I responded to Thomas Andrew's response to the question with something like: "Not necessarily. My sister died before she had any birthdays on a Friday." And then I pointed out it wasn't true that I had a sister that died. It was just a stupid joke to play on an assumption. The point, of course, was that the question could not assume, as Mr. Andrews had suggested, that everyone would eventually have a birthday on a Friday. In other problems that deal with periodic occurrences, it is common to check reasonableness assumptions based on the timespan. So, I think the comment is relevant (and in fact, the question had to be revised due to everyone's questioning these kinds of assumptions of whether it meant ever or in that year or what). But I also understand it is not the most straightforward way to bring it up. And of course, I saw the comment had been removed by someone else shortly after I made it. Should I avoid "funny but relevant" in general? Or what guidelines should I take?
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Welcome back to the home renovation and remodel project. Today we’re going to get back into the structural elements of the remodel. Chris and Chris are back again doing some electrical work, and they are almost done working with the existing wiring. Let’s do a quick recap of what we did last week. So over here we have our pantry wall put in Back here, we have a beam up, but we have the rest of the end pieces to install. Over here, this is our last opening, which we can get started on now that all of the electrical’s out of the way. So we have a header going in here, and I think we’re going to knock that out first today. Behind this wall, we have a functioning kitchen, so we’re going to leave the studs here, which are supporting the cabinets. Next up, we’re going to finish up this beam detail. With that finished, we’re going to get started on the steps now. Here’s a look at how the step is going to interact with the trim details. They’re going to go right to the cabinet over on the one side of the opening, and on the other side they’re going to step over a little bit and tie into the end of the bench for the breakfast nook. Fully functional step now! Moving back to our problem wall, our engineer is back in the office today and got us the specs for the beam that will go in the basement to support the posts that are supporting the beam. So tomorrow we’re going to take care of the rest of this. First we are getting the LVLs placed in the cavity in the basement. Now that that’s placed, we’re back up here again. It’s time to start getting our beam up into the pocket that we made so many weeks ago. With those beams now placed, we can open up the space finally. No more wall! That makes a huge difference. We have had a very productive two days, which feels great. Thank you as always for watching. I greatly appreciate it. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave us a comment. As always, we’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have, and until next time, happy woodworking!
What is a time condition? A time condition routes a call based on the time of day, or if the time conditions equals true or false. Example: If you had a reception line, you could divert calls to another extension or a voicemail if the caller makes a call outside of normal operating hours. What Is An IVR? An IVR is an interactive voice recording, a user inputs a number from their keypad which sends a DTMF signal to your phone system and routes the call based on the selection of the user. Example: ‘Press 1 for sales,’ if the user selects 1, the system will follow the flow that has been programmed. What is a SIP trunk? it’s best to think of these as virtual lines, or bridges that connect your phone system to the ISDN (Switched telephone network.) – you will use trunks when making and receiving calls on your phone system. What is a DIDO? ‘Dial In, Dial Out,’ this is a pin protected line you can use to dial in from a standard telephone outside of your phone system and make calls internally, or externally from a phone outside of your telephone system. Example: I could walk up to a payphone, lift the handset and call a number, enter a pin, then I can make calls from my phone system, and the caller would see my business caller ID as the call is being made by my phone system. What is a ring group? A ring group is a way you can pair a group of phones together into a group. lets say you have two departments, one is sales, the other is support, you can pair all the phones in each department together. You can also change how these phones ring, for example, you can have all of them ring at once, or you can choose my advanced settings like hunt, which will find a phone or a user that is not on the phone and ready to take a call.
1 Quick 30 second warm ups with Karate guy! 2 Alex had me switch to left handed drawing to try and break out of relying on drawing crutches, habits and tricks. 3 A couple more left-handed sketches with digital corrections 4 Another class with 2 models gave us a chance to play around with a couple of familiar characters! 5 Never drawn these guys before so they're somewhat off model. 6 This model came dressed as a gangster so our work was almost done for us- 9 These were all inspired by the same male model-spot the movie reference bottom left? 10 Final bunch, again all made from the same male model. 1 minute poses.
It’s with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 14th edition of this wonderful little guide. It has been a tough year for all but, when the going gets tough, the Overberg winemakers pour their hearts and souls into making fabulous wine! Whether you are a connoisseur or a quaffer, the Overberg is a magical wine-country-tourism destination with diverse regions waiting to be discovered. From the cool climate of Elgin, to the warm Bot River wine route; from the maritime climate of the Hemel-en-Aarde valley to the richness of the Stanford valley; and then onwards to the windswept plains of the Agulhas region – you will find an array of fascinating wine destinations here. The region’s different terroirs will spoil you for choice in its diverse variety of wines and, between tasting, you can glory in beautiful coastal vistas, mountain ranges, soft gentle valleys and long rolling hills with huge skylines. Come and relax in the beautiful Overberg. There are so many places to accommodate you, from top-notch hotels to lovely guesthouses offering the best in hospitality. Enjoy the many eateries, festivals and country markets. The region is rich in offerings: you can take a hike or a walk, swim, cycle, attend one of the many musical events regularly presented, visit art galleries, or just sit back and relax with a glass of superb Overberg wine in your hand.
It’s been a while, but the Kings picked up a regulation win. And it was a rather dominate performance – the kind of which LA was expected to put on Anaheim on Monday. In their second try, the Kings delivered a 5-1 win on the back of Adrian Kempe’s two goal performance. They’ll now head out on the road for a weekend series in Colorado. Following the game on Wednesday, McLellan shared several thoughts: On Troy Groesnick stepping in at the last minute and his play tonight When we signed him in the summer, we were excited about having him. I was lucky enough to spend some time with him in San Jose. He’s got a lot of character. He just wanted an opportunity to maybe to get a game in here or there. Tonight, it presented itself and he took advantage of it. Really good for him, the guys played hard for him. It was a bit of a motivating factor for our team to get off to a better start. He made a save fairly early in the game, they made a pass out from behind the net and he made a save there. After that, he just settled in. It was good to see, certainly not easy circumstances for as little as he’s played this season with all his travel and quarantine, but good for him. On if teams tighten up defensively with a less familiar goalie in net That’s accurate. A lot of times, teams play with the goaltender or for a goaltender. It’s more valuable when they play for a goaltender. Tonight, we played for him and tightened it up a little bit. It wasn’t mistake free, but that’s an impossible game. When we did break down, he made some good saves. On if he and Groesnick talked at all about his last game in 2014 together No, there wasn’t anything about it. It was ‘put the equipment on and go play’. He’s a mature player now, it’s not like he’s just entering the league. He’s been through different organizations, different situations. Stressful ones, relaxing ones, and he’s been able to handle it. Put the equipment on and go play, and we’ll try to do the best we can in front of you with our structure. You give us your best and it’ll work out, and it did tonight. On the team’s first regulation win since the end of February It’s nice to be able to play with the lead. You learn a lot about some of your players when games are tight or you’re in overtime, but you also learn a lot about your players when you’re up 4 or 5-1. Do they get loose, do they get casual, can they check in those situations? For the most part, a lot of our guys passed that test tonight. On his preseason expectations of Andreas Athanasiou We expected to get a hungry player. I used those words when we signed him. We thought we’d have a really motivated young man that wanted to prove to himself, and to the hockey world, that he wasn’t a one hit wonder, that he was able to come in and do what he’s done in the past. We were prepared to give him the opportunity, it’s up to him to take advantage of it. Offensively, we’ve seen great flashes from him. His speed and his elusiveness has been effective for us in those situations. We’re working on the checking part; he’s beginning to value it more. I feel more and more comfortable about playing him in checking situations, and that’s going to continue to grow where we completely trust him all over the rink. When he gets that, he’s really going to be a factor. On if Alex Iafallo is never going to get his full due playing with two high profile players in Anze Kopitar and Dustin Brown Probably not. Outside of our offices, there’s probably a whole world out there that says ‘Well, why can’t [Kopitar] have some big scorer on his line?’ Sometimes it works with a trusting, hard-working, detailed player. The three of them can mesh together and you get it done. If we had one of those high scorers, would we play him with Kopi? Kopi would be happy with Iafallo right now because he does a lot of the simple things for the line to have success. On if this team is different when playing with the lead Yeah, it is too easy because it’s hard to get the lead in this league. We have a lot of confidence in how we play in all three zones. We have some predictability amongst our team, and it makes it easier for us to play with the lead. We don’t have to open up as much. To get the lead in the National Hockey League is not easy by any means, and certainly a two- or three-goal lead is not a regular event for any team. On balancing keeping Adrian Kempe with the line that he has chemistry with versus moving him up in the lineup We’re not even thinking about that. Why would we take a hot player and take him away from the stove or the oven where he’s hot? It makes no sense at all to even think that way. He’s playing just fine with the players he’s with. He’s getting a ton of chances, they’re comfortable with each other. The last thing in any of our minds is moving Kempe off that line, at least tonight. Note to webmasters/reporters: When recapping news or interviews from this site please remember to include a link to www.MayorsManor.com
Mary Ellen Jones was born one-hundred years ago, on December 25, 1922, and went on to become one of our most distinguished alumni and the namesake of the department’s dissertation prize. She joined the lab of Joseph Fruton, a new assistant professor in the Department of Physiological Chemistry at the Medical School; her dissertation (completed in three years) was entitled, “Purification & Properties of Cathepsin C.” Every phrase in that sentence needs some explanation! Yale hasn’t always had an MB&B department, or even a biochemistry department. One of our ancestors was the Department of Physiological Chemistry (founded in 1874), which changed its name to the Department of Biochemistry in 1952 when Joe Fruton became its chair. Biochemistry merged with the Department of Molecular Biophysics in 1969 to create MB&B. Joe Fruton’s lab studied protein synthesis, but not by ribosomes (which weren’t discovered until the mid-1950s). Instead, he believed that proteins were made by proteases acting in what we consider the backward direction. (Remember the concept of microscopic reversibility?) This was an exciting idea for many years, but Fruton held on to it well beyond its expiration date. This background on Joe Fruton’s lab provides the context for Mary Ellen Jones’s dissertation. Cathepsin C is a cysteine protease that we now know cleaves dipeptides from the N-termini of proteins. She studied Transamidation Reactions Catalyzed by Cathepsin C (the title of her main publication), which loosely means the swapping of one amino group for another. If a peptide is energetically activated, “this transamidation reaction lengthens the [dipeptide] chain by one amino acid reside” (last sentence of the Abstract to her dissertation), in other words, peptide synthesis. The hope that this approach and a large enough collection of proteases (synthases) could produce our panoply of proteins was never realized. Dissertation contents and formatting have changed somewhat since 1951. Can you imagine typing your dissertation (on a typewriter) and making as many as seven copies (using carbon paper)? There are 29 meticulously laid out tables (some full page), chemical structures, hand-written symbols, and six figures containing glued-in photographs. I don’t want to hear ANY complaints about the difficulty of reformatting published work into dissertation chapters! If you want to see the dissertation, it resides with many others in C-125A. (At least it will once I return it! And it you’re anything like me, pop an antihistamine before flipping through the musty pages.) After Yale Mary Ellen Jones did a postdoc with Fritz Lipmann. While she was in his lab, he shared the Nobel Prize with Hans Krebs for his discovery co-enzyme A. She became a founding member of the Department of Biochemistry at Brandeis and subsequently moved to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of Southern California. She returned to UNC in 1980 to become the first female chair of a department at the medical school (Biochemistry) and the first women at UNC to hold an endowed chair. Mary Ellen Jones discovered carbamoyl phosphate (a key component of the urea cycle and of nucleotide biosynthesis). She studied textbook enzymes involved in amino acid and nucleotide metabolism and was one of the first scientists to study multifunctional enzymes. Among her MANY honors were memberships in the National Academy of Sciences and the American Philosophical Society, and receipt of the Wilbur Cross Medal from Yale’s Graduate School. She was also a very active scientific citizen, serving as president of the Association of Medical School Departments of Biochemistry, of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and of the American Association of University Professors. Her most prominent recognition is serving as the namesake for a large eleven-story research building at UNC (listed on one of UNC’s websites as “Jones Building, Mary Ellen”). I hope you remember her next spring when we announce the recipient(s) of the Mary Ellen Jones Dissertation Prize. The Prize has been awarded to 23 graduates since its creation in 2008. By Mark Solomon, 2022-2023 MB&B DGS
Montessori Education, Philosophy & Methods The Montessori Method of education, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children from birth to adulthood. Dr. Montessori’s Method has been time tested, with over 100 years of success in diverse cultures throughout the world. It is a view of the child as one who is naturally eager for knowledge and capable of initiating learning in a supportive, thoughtfully prepared learning environment. It is an approach that values the human spirit and the development of the whole child—physical, social, emotional, cognitive. Hallmarks of Montessori Components necessary for a program to be considered authentically Montessori include multiage groupings that foster peer learning, uninterrupted blocks of work time, and guided choice of work activity. In addition, a full complement of specially designed Montessori learning materials are meticulously arranged and available for use in an aesthetically pleasing environment. The teacher, child, and environment create a learning triangle. The classroom is prepared by the teacher to encourage independence, freedom within limits, and a sense of order. The child, through individual choice, makes use of what the environment offers to develop himself, interacting with the teacher when support and/or guidance is needed. Multiage groupings are a hallmark of the Montessori Method: younger children learn from older children; older children reinforce their learning by teaching concepts they have already mastered. This arrangement also mirrors the real world, where individuals work and socialize with people of all ages and dispositions. Dr. Montessori observed that children experience sensitive periods, or windows of opportunity, as they grow. As their students develop, Montessori teachers match appropriate lessons and materials to these sensitive periods when learning is most naturally absorbed and internalized. In early childhood, Montessori students learn through sensory-motor activities, working with materials that develop their cognitive powers through direct experience: seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and movement. (from amshq.org, 2015)
Welcome to HOODOO LOOP - the world's roughest, toughest hiking trail. Get ready to plot a switchback course that would make a sidewinder dizzy! The Play: Remove the pieces from the Hoodoo Mesa Puzzle Tray, then put them back in a continuous loop trail with no dead ends allowed. Sound easy? Well hold on amigo, this puzzle is bound to throw you a curve or two. Feeling Lost? No worries, our Instruction Booklet includes Trail Maps that will help you find the way. The first map shows where to place one piece to get you started. The next 4 map locate one additional piece each. And, if the vulture really start to circle, the last map helps you complete the loop and finish your hike! Happy Trails!
CIPRO-CENT OINTMENT 15G ₨ 9.90 (-9%) Cipro Cent Ointment is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms. Cipro Cent Ointment is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial skin infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
If you’re a medical assistant chances are you need to know how to find your certification number. Here’s a quick guide on where to look. Checkout this video: The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) issues certification numbers to certified Medical assistants (CMAs). This number is used to verify your certification and can be found on your certificate or card. If you have misplaced your certificate or card, you can contact NHA customer service to retrieve your number. What is a medical assistant Certification Number? A medical assistant certification number is a unique numerical identifier assigned to each individual who has been certified by the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). The nine-digit number appears on the certificate awarded to successful completion of the Certification/Registration Examination for medical assistants (CMA/RMA). How to Find Your Certification Number Many employers will ask for your medical assistant certification number when you apply for a job. If you’ve misplaced your certificate or never received one, there are a few ways to track down your number. First, check with the organization that issued your certification. The National Healthcare Association (NHA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), and the American Medical Technologists (AMT) all maintain records of certified medical assistants. They should be able to look up your certification number and provide you with a copy of your certificate if needed. If you can’t find your certification number through the issuing organization, try contacting your state’s department of health. In some states, medical assistants must be licensed or registered in order to work, so they should have a record of your certification on file. Finally, check with the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Massachusetts (JCAHPO). If you completed an accredited training program and passed an exam administered by JCAHPO, they will have a record of your certification. If you still can’t find your certification number after searching through these resources, contact the Medical Assistant Education Review Board (MAERB). They maintain records of all students who have completed accredited medical assistant programs. Why is it Important to Have Your Certification Number? It is very important to have your certification number when you are applying for a job as a medical assistant. Your certification number proves that you have been certified by an accredited institution and that you are qualified to work as a medical assistant. Your certification number is also important if you ever need to renew your certification or if you need to take the medical assistant certification exam again. Having your certification number handy will make the process much easier and quicker. How to Use Your Certification Number If you are a certified medical assistant, you likely know that your certification number is important. After all, it is required for job applications, renewals, and other things related to your career. But do you know how to actually use your certification number? In this article, we’ll show you what your certification number is used for and how to find it. Your medical assistant certification number is also known as your MA number. It is a unique number that is assigned to you when you become certified. This number is used to identify you as a certified medical assistant and to verify your certification status. You will need to provide your MA number when applying for jobs, renewing your certification, or requesting transcripts. You can usually find your MA number on your certificate or wallet card. If you can’t find it there, you can contact the certifying organization that issued your certification. Renewing Your Certification The process for renewing your medical assistant certification will vary depending on the organization that granted your credential. In most cases, you will need to submit a renewal application along with the required fee. You may also be required to complete continuing education credits or an exam before your certification can be renewed. If you are renewing your certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), you will need to log into your account on the AAMA website and submit a renewal application. The renewal fee is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. You will also need to complete at least 10 continuing education credits within the past five years in order to renew your certification. The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) offers two options for renewing your medical assistant certification: recertification by exam or portfolio recertification. To recertify by exam, you will need to retake the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Exam; the fees for this option vary depending on whether you are an NHA member or not, and whether you elect to take the computer-based or paper-based version of the exam. If you choose portfolio recertification, you will need to submit a portfolio documenting your medical assistant experience and training; there is a $125 fee for this option, which is waived for NHA members. You will also need to complete 10 contact hours of continuing education if you choose this option. If you are certified through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), you will need to submit a renewal application along with a $75 fee in order to renew your credential. You may also be required to provide documentation of completing continuing education credits; the number of credits required varies depending on when you were first certified. You can find more information about renewing your medical assistant certification on each organization’s website: – American Association of Medical Assistants: https://www.aama-ntl.org/certified-medical-assistants/recertification – National Healthcareer Association: https://www.nhanow.com/certifications/medical-assisting/pages/default.aspx – National Commission for Certifying Agencies: https://www.ncctinc.com/ Losing Your Certification Number If you’ve lost your certification number, there are a few ways to retrieve it. The best way is to contact the certifying organization that issued your certification. They will be able to look up your certification number and provide it to you. You can also try looking up your certification number on the National Healthcareer Association website. To do this, you will need to create an account and then log in. Once you’re logged in, click on the “My Profile” tab and then scroll down to the “Certifications” section. Here, you should see a list of all of the certifications that you have been awarded by the National Healthcareer Association. If you still can’t find your certification number, you can always call the National Healthcareer Association at 1-800-499-9092 and they will be able to help you locate your certification number. For most people, the process of finding their medical assistant certification number is relatively simple. If you have your certification card or certificate, the number will be listed there. Alternatively, you can contact the certifying organization directly to request your number. In some cases, you may need to provide additional information such as your full name and date of birth. However, if you have lost your certification card or certificate, the process may be more complicated. In this case, you may need to request a replacement certificate or card from the certifying organization. Q: How do I find my Medical Assistant Certification Number? A: The Medical Assistant Certification Number is a unique number assigned to each person who becomes certified through the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). You can find your certification number on your certificate or on the AAMA website. If you have any questions, please contact the AAMA at 847-692-7050. Q: How do I renew my medical assistant certification? A: You will need to submit a completed application, along with the required fees, to the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants. Please see the renewal application for further instructions. Q: How often do I need to renew my certification? A: The medical assistant certification is valid for a period of 60 months. If you are a certified medical assistant, you may be asked to provide your certification number for verification purposes. This number can be found on your certification card or certificate, or you may be able to find it through an online searchable database. The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) is the agency that accredits medical assistant certifying organizations. The NCCA website has a list of all accredited certifying organizations, as well as a link to each organization’s website. From there, you should be able to locate your certification number. If you cannot find your certification number, or if you have any other questions about your certification, you can contact the certifying organization directly. Contact information for each organization can be found on the NCCA website.
The more a person breathes in tiny asbestos particles, the more likely that individual will develop a large variety of lung and breathing complications. Asbestos was introduced to the construction industry over 100 years ago. It was widely considered the standard for strengthening building materials in the construction of buildings. The dangers of inhaling asbestos fibers began to surface around 1980. It does not take extreme exposure to asbestos for it to be dangerous. Most victims of asbestos exposure and asbestosis have worked or lived in an environment where there is asbestos in the building or home. These effects range from wheezing and shortness of breath to mesothelioma and lung cancer. Regardless of your condition, Medical Claim Legal can help you obtain compensation. There are a large number of lawsuits involving asbestos exposure and asbestosis. Do not let your case get passed over. Medical Claim Legal will connect you with a lawyer who is experienced and successful in the asbestos lawsuit field. To get the compensation that may be owed to you, contact Medical Claim Legal today. MedicalClaimLegal, simplifying the process for Asbestos Exposure and Asbestosis compensation Great, yet scary story this morning about the perils of asbestos–even thirty years after the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, which was signed into law in 1986 by President Ronald Reagan. It all happened at as the tiles of a flooring surface at the long-demolished Kensington Junior High were being removed. Read more about the project here. The perils of asbestos removal have long been outlined as a cause for mesothelioma. The story of mesothelioma is a tragic one dating back as far as the 1930s according to some estimates. The product that contributes most to mesothelioma cases is asbestos, which has been used in manufacturing and commerce in America for decades. If you or someone you know were impacted by asbestos and/or mesothelioma, the lawyers in the Medical Claim Legal network have been getting settlements for clients in mesothelioma cases for decades. While some mesothelioma settlements and verdicts have reached into the millions, but it’s not easy to estimate how much a person will receive prior to filing a claim. Compensation varies on claimant’s diagnosis, medical history, companies sued, where the claim is filed, proof of negligence and other factors. When asbestos is being removed, there is evidence it can have harmful and potentially life-threatening impact. There have been numerous cases and claims made against the companies in this field. For example, in Missouri a $10 million settlement was fought for by mesothelioma lawyers and awarded to a courthouse employee exposed to the chemical during a renovation project done by the U.S. Engineering.
Popular 'low T' treatment is safe for men with heart disease, but doctors warn it's no youth serum Testosterone replacement therapy is safe for men with "low T" who have heart disease or are at high risk for it, a new study suggests. But doctors warn the popular treatment is no "anti-aging tonic." The research, published Friday in The New England Journal of Medicine, found that heart attacks, strokes and other major cardiac issues were no more common among those using testosterone gel than those using a placebo. That implies the gel is also safe for men without cardiovascular problems who have low T, said Dr. Steven Nissen, a cardiologist at the Cleveland Clinic and senior author of the study. But, he added, it doesn't mean the treatment should be used by men without low T—a condition also known as hypogonadism that's measured by levels of the sex hormone in the blood. "What we've shown here is that for a very specific group of men, testosterone can be given safely," Nissen said. "But it is not to be given as an anti-aging tonic for widespread use in men who are aging." More than 5,000 men ages 45-80 at 316 trial sites throughout the U.S. were randomly assigned to get the testosterone gel or the placebo, which they rubbed on their skin daily for an average of about 22 months. "Major cardiac events" occurred in 182 patients in the testosterone group and 190 patients in the placebo group. The large study helps address "a gap of understanding" about how testosterone treatment affects cardiovascular outcomes for men with true low T, said Dr. Alan Baik, a cardiologist at the University of California-San Francisco who was not involved in the research. But he'd like to see more research, he said, on whether testosterone therapy can actually reduce cardiovascular risk factors in men with low T, who seem more likely to have conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. Treating low T has been a big business for many years, largely driven by advertisements for pills, patches, gels and injections. Online sites and clinics across the nation offer the treatment, and many tie low T to common issues such as fatigue and weight gain. The new study, led by the Cleveland Clinic and funded by a consortium of drug companies, was done in response to a 2015 mandate by the Food and Drug Administration for makers of testosterone products to carefully examine the risk of heart attack or stroke. A previous FDA review had shown that many men got low T treatment even though their testosterone levels hadn't been checked. Nissen said while low T is a "very common disorder," aging men also want to feel like they're 18 again and "have the sexual performance they had when they were young," he said. But the treatment, he added, "should not be used by bodybuilders. It should not be used by athletes. The concerns about the misuse of testosterone are quite high. And I think we have to be very cautious." © 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Within the perpetual battle in opposition to infectious illnesses, antibiotics have stood as a cornerstone of recent drugs. Because the discovery of penicillin in 1928, antibiotics have revolutionized healthcare, turning once-fatal infections into treatable circumstances. Nonetheless, this golden period is dimming because of the rise of antibiotic resistance. The World Well being Group has categorized antimicrobial resistance as a worldwide “critical menace” that impacts everybody, no matter age or nation. This looming disaster underscores the pressing want for novel antibiotics, however the discovery of recent antimicrobial brokers has been notoriously sluggish and difficult. Enter Synthetic Intelligence (AI) – a transformative power in numerous sectors, now making important inroads into healthcare and pharmaceutical analysis. AI’s position in healthcare is increasing, from bettering diagnostic accuracy in cardiovascular illnesses to providing new insights in dermatology. Within the realm of antibiotic discovery, AI’s potential is especially thrilling. Leveraging huge knowledge units and superior algorithms, AI has the aptitude to unearth novel antibiotic buildings, predict their effectiveness, and even anticipate resistance patterns. Latest breakthroughs, similar to the invention of Halicin, a robust new antibiotic recognized by AI, mark the start of a brand new period within the combat in opposition to drug-resistant micro organism. This text delves into the fascinating intersection of AI and antibiotic discovery, exploring how AI is reshaping the panorama of medical analysis and providing new hope within the quest for tremendous antibiotics. From the historical past of antibiotics to the most recent AI-driven breakthroughs, we navigate the complexities and potential of this burgeoning subject, envisioning a future the place AI not solely augments however revolutionizes our strategy to combating infectious illnesses. The Historical past of Antibiotics and the Rise of Resistance The story of antibiotics started in a serendipitous second in 1928 when Alexander Fleming found penicillin. This groundbreaking discovery opened the door to an period the place bacterial infections, as soon as a serious reason for dying, grew to become manageable. Over the a long time, a wide range of antibiotics have been developed, drastically bettering public well being and saving numerous lives. Nonetheless, the success story of antibiotics is marred by the emergence of antibiotic resistance. This resistance arises when micro organism evolve mechanisms to evade the results of those medication, rendering them ineffective. The misuse and overuse of antibiotics in each human drugs and agriculture have accelerated this course of. As we speak, antibiotic resistance is a worldwide well being disaster. The World Well being Group has labeled antimicrobial resistance as a critical worldwide menace, emphasizing its potential to have an effect on anybody, of any age, in any nation. The implications of antibiotic resistance are dire. Infections that have been as soon as simply treatable have change into harmful as soon as extra. This disaster not solely threatens particular person well being but in addition burdens healthcare programs and undermines the achievements of recent drugs. Understanding the historical past of antibiotics and the rise of resistance is essential. It underscores the necessity for brand new antibiotics that may overcome resistant strains. Nonetheless, the event of recent antibiotics has not saved tempo with the rise of resistance. The previous few a long time have seen a major slowdown within the discovery of novel antibiotics, resulting in a spot in our medical arsenal in opposition to bacterial infections. This historic context units the stage for the emergence of AI as a game-changer within the subject of antibiotic discovery. The subsequent sections of this text will discover how AI applied sciences are being harnessed to deal with this pressing want, promising to usher in a brand new period of antibiotic discovery and improvement. The Creation of AI in Healthcare Synthetic Intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword in a number of sectors, however nowhere is its impression extra profound than in healthcare. AI’s position in healthcare is expansive and transformative, addressing a variety of purposes from diagnostics to remedy methods. Broad Functions of AI in Healthcare: AI algorithms have been instrumental in enhancing diagnostic accuracy and managing numerous illnesses. As an example, in cardiovascular well being, AI has proven promise in diagnosing and danger stratifying sufferers with coronary artery illness. These algorithms have additionally been utilized in predicting affected person outcomes, treatment results, and opposed occasions following therapies. This wide-ranging software signifies AI’s potential to revolutionize healthcare by offering extra exact and personalised remedy plans. AI in Dermatology and Imaging: Dermatology is one other subject the place AI has made important strides. The specialty’s reliance on imaging makes it a pure match for AI purposes. AI algorithms have been developed to course of numerous varieties of dermatological pictures, aiding within the early detection and remedy of pores and skin illnesses. The success of AI in dermatology illustrates its functionality to deal with complicated visible knowledge, a ability important for medical imaging on the whole. AI’s Position in Antibiotic Discovery: The applying of AI in antibiotic discovery is especially noteworthy. Conventional strategies of antibiotic discovery are sometimes time-consuming and expensive. AI, with its means to research huge datasets and determine patterns that people might overlook, can speed up this course of. By predicting how molecules will behave and the way micro organism may evolve, AI can information researchers in the direction of promising new antibiotic compounds. Overcoming Challenges in Drug Improvement: The method of drug improvement, from discovery to scientific trials, is fraught with challenges. AI can play a vital position on this area by optimizing drug formulations, predicting negative effects, and figuring out potential candidates for drug repurposing. This means to streamline the drug improvement course of is important within the fast-paced race in opposition to antibiotic resistance. AI in Antibiotic Discovery: A New Period The search for brand new antibiotics is taking a revolutionary flip with the combination of Synthetic Intelligence (AI). This new period is characterised by AI-driven approaches which are redefining how we uncover and develop antibiotics. Revolutionizing Drug Discovery: AI’s potential in antibiotic discovery is exemplified by current breakthroughs. One of the crucial notable is the invention of Halicin, a compound recognized utilizing AI algorithms as a potent antibiotic. This discovery, made by analyzing huge digital libraries of chemical compounds, marks a major departure from conventional strategies of drug discovery. AI’s means to course of and analyze massive datasets quickly accelerates the identification of potential antibiotic candidates, which is essential within the race in opposition to antibiotic-resistant micro organism. Predictive Capabilities of AI: Past simply discovering new compounds, AI can be enhancing our means to foretell how micro organism will evolve and the way they could develop resistance to present medication. This predictive functionality is important for staying forward within the battle in opposition to antibiotic resistance. By understanding potential resistance pathways, researchers can design antibiotics which are extra more likely to stay efficient over time. Accelerating the Analysis Course of: Historically, the method of discovering a brand new antibiotic might take a long time and infrequently comes with a excessive failure charge. AI dramatically shortens this timeline by quickly screening hundreds of molecules for his or her potential as antibiotics. This not solely saves time but in addition considerably reduces analysis prices, making the method extra environment friendly and sustainable. Tailoring Remedies: AI’s position in antibiotic discovery additionally extends to the personalization of therapies. By analyzing affected person knowledge, AI might help in predicting which antibiotics could be handiest for a specific an infection in a selected affected person. This personalised strategy might result in simpler therapies and scale back the probability of antibiotic resistance growing. Challenges and Alternatives: Whereas AI presents huge alternatives in antibiotic discovery, there are challenges as nicely. The complexity of organic programs can generally restrict the effectiveness of AI fashions. Furthermore, moral concerns and knowledge privateness considerations should be addressed as AI turns into extra built-in into healthcare. Technological Breakthroughs in AI and Microscopy The fusion of Synthetic Intelligence (AI) with superior microscopy methods is pushing the frontiers of medical analysis, significantly within the research of mobile biology and the event of recent antibiotics. AI-Enhanced Tremendous-Decision Microscopy: One of the crucial thrilling developments is the combination of AI with super-resolution microscopy. This mix permits researchers to look at mobile processes at an unprecedented stage of element. AI algorithms improve the decision of microscopic pictures, enabling the visualization of buildings and processes inside cells that have been beforehand too small to see. That is essential for understanding how micro organism operate and the way they work together with potential antibiotics. Advancing Mobile Biology Analysis: The applying of AI in mobile biology is not only about capturing higher pictures; it’s about gaining deeper insights. AI helps in analyzing complicated mobile knowledge, figuring out patterns, and drawing conclusions that will be unattainable for people to determine unaided. This results in a greater understanding of mobile mechanisms and may speed up the invention of antibiotic targets. Contributions to Antibiotic Analysis: The detailed understanding of bacterial cells, facilitated by AI and microscopy, is immediately related to antibiotic analysis. By observing how micro organism develop, divide, and react to completely different compounds, researchers can determine new methods to focus on them. This data is invaluable within the improvement of antibiotics that may overcome resistance mechanisms. Challenges and Moral Issues: Regardless of these developments, challenges stay. The immense quantity of information generated by AI-enhanced microscopy requires strong computational assets and complicated algorithms for evaluation. Moreover, moral concerns round knowledge use and affected person privateness proceed to be a priority in AI-driven analysis. Challenges and Limitations in AI-Pushed Analysis Whereas AI’s position in antibiotic discovery and healthcare is promising, it’s essential to acknowledge the challenges and limitations that include it. Understanding these points is important for a balanced view of AI’s potential in medical analysis. Information High quality and Amount: - One of many main challenges in AI-driven analysis is the standard and amount of information. AI fashions are solely nearly as good as the info they’re skilled on. Within the context of antibiotic discovery, this implies gaining access to complete, high-quality datasets of bacterial strains, their genetic data, and their response to numerous compounds. - Moreover, the huge quantity of information required for efficient AI fashions is usually a limiting issue, significantly in fields the place knowledge is scarce or troublesome to acquire. Complexity of Organic Methods: - Organic programs are extremely complicated. AI fashions generally wrestle to completely seize this complexity, resulting in oversimplified options that might not be efficient in real-world situations. - The interplay between completely different organic pathways and the exterior setting is a major problem for AI fashions, which could not all the time predict correct outcomes when coping with multifaceted organic phenomena. Moral and Privateness Considerations: - The usage of AI in healthcare raises moral and privateness considerations, particularly relating to affected person knowledge. Guaranteeing that affected person knowledge is used responsibly and with consent is paramount. - There may be additionally the moral consideration of how a lot reliance we place on AI choices in healthcare, which includes vital and infrequently life-altering choices. Technical and Computational Limitations: - AI and machine studying fashions require substantial computational energy. This is usually a limiting issue, particularly for smaller analysis establishments or in growing nations the place assets are restricted. - The event of AI fashions additionally requires experience in each computational sciences and biology, a mix that may be uncommon. - The regulatory panorama for AI in healthcare continues to be evolving. Navigating these rules, particularly for brand new and untested AI purposes, will be difficult and decelerate the tempo of innovation. Potential for Bias: - AI fashions can inadvertently study and perpetuate biases current within the coaching knowledge. This can be a important concern in healthcare, the place biased fashions can result in unequal or insufficient care. Regulatory Panorama and Coverage Implications The mixing of Synthetic Intelligence (AI) into healthcare, significantly in antibiotic discovery, brings forth a fancy internet of regulatory and coverage implications that must be navigated fastidiously. Evolving Regulatory Frameworks: - The regulatory panorama for AI in healthcare is frequently evolving. Policymakers and regulatory our bodies are working to meet up with the fast tempo of technological developments. - Guaranteeing affected person security and efficacy of AI-driven therapies stays a main concern. Regulatory our bodies just like the Meals and Drug Administration (FDA) in the US are pivotal in setting requirements and pointers for the usage of AI in healthcare settings. Information Privateness and Safety: - A major side of regulation in AI healthcare pertains to knowledge privateness and safety. The usage of affected person knowledge in AI fashions raises considerations about consent, confidentiality, and knowledge safety. - Rules just like the Basic Information Safety Regulation (GDPR) in Europe set a precedent for dealing with affected person knowledge, however comparable frameworks must be tailored globally, particularly within the context of AI. - Moral concerns are on the forefront of coverage discussions surrounding AI in healthcare. This consists of making certain equitable entry to AI-driven therapies and addressing potential biases in AI fashions. - There’s an ongoing debate concerning the extent to which AI ought to be concerned in decision-making processes in healthcare, balancing between the advantages of AI help and the necessity for human oversight. International Requirements and Cooperation: - As AI in healthcare is a worldwide phenomenon, there’s a want for worldwide requirements and cooperation to make sure consistency in regulation. - Collaboration between nations might help in sharing knowledge responsibly and ethically, which is essential for the development of AI in antibiotic discovery. Impression on Innovation: - Regulatory frameworks have to strike a stability between making certain security and selling innovation. Overly stringent rules might stifle the event of recent AI applied sciences, whereas lax rules might pose dangers to affected person security. - The participation of varied stakeholders, together with AI builders, healthcare suppliers, sufferers, and policymakers, is important to create a regulatory setting that fosters innovation whereas defending public well being. Future Prospects and Ongoing Analysis in AI and Antibiotic Discovery The way forward for AI in antibiotic discovery and healthcare is burgeoning with potentialities. The continued analysis and prospects on this subject level in the direction of an period the place AI not solely enhances however considerably enhances biomedical analysis and affected person care. Present Analysis and Improvements: - Analysis in AI-driven antibiotic discovery is at present specializing in numerous fronts. This consists of growing algorithms that may predict bacterial resistance patterns, figuring out novel compounds efficient in opposition to resistant strains, and personalizing antibiotic therapies primarily based on patient-specific knowledge. - Improvements are additionally being made in AI algorithms that may simulate and predict the outcomes of mixing completely different antibiotics, which may result in the invention of highly effective antibiotic cocktails. Collaborative Efforts and Open Science: - Collaboration between academia, trade, and healthcare establishments is essential in advancing AI in antibiotic discovery. The sharing of information and assets can speed up the tempo of discovery and improvement. - Open science initiatives, the place researchers share their knowledge and findings brazenly, have gotten more and more necessary. This strategy can democratize AI analysis, permitting for extra widespread participation and innovation. Integrating AI with Different Applied sciences: - The mixing of AI with different rising applied sciences like genomics, proteomics, and nanotechnology gives thrilling potentialities. For instance, utilizing AI to research genomic knowledge can present insights into how micro organism develop resistance and the way they are often focused extra successfully. - Nanotechnology, mixed with AI, might result in the event of focused antibiotic supply programs, bettering the efficacy and lowering the negative effects of therapies. Challenges and Future Instructions: - Regardless of the thrilling prospects, challenges stay, similar to making certain the moral use of AI, coping with knowledge privateness points, and overcoming technical and computational limitations. - Future analysis may even have to concentrate on making AI fashions extra interpretable and clear, which is essential for his or her acceptance and implementation in scientific settings. Lengthy-Time period Impression on Healthcare: - In the long run, AI has the potential to remodel healthcare, making it extra proactive and personalised. It might result in a brand new period of precision drugs the place therapies, together with antibiotics, are tailor-made to particular person sufferers. - The position of AI in preventive drugs can be important. By predicting outbreaks and resistance patterns, AI might help in devising methods to stop infections and restrict the unfold of resistant micro organism. As we replicate on the transformative impression of Synthetic Intelligence (AI) within the subject of antibiotic discovery and healthcare, just a few key factors emerge as pivotal in understanding and shaping this evolving panorama. The Transformative Position of AI: - AI is not only a instrument however a paradigm shift in how we strategy medical challenges, particularly within the subject of antibiotic discovery. Its means to course of huge quantities of information, predict outcomes, and determine novel options has opened new avenues within the combat in opposition to antibiotic-resistant micro organism. Moral and Accountable Implementation: - The development of AI in healthcare should be tempered with a powerful dedication to moral practices and accountable implementation. This consists of making certain affected person privateness, knowledge safety, and mitigating biases in AI algorithms. Collaboration and Openness: - The way forward for AI in antibiotic discovery will probably be formed by collaborative efforts throughout numerous sectors. Open science, knowledge sharing, and partnerships between academia, trade, and healthcare suppliers are essential for fostering innovation and dashing up the invention course of. Steady Adaptation and Studying: - The sector of AI is quickly evolving, and so should our approaches to integrating it into healthcare. Steady studying, adaptation, and regulatory updates are essential to hold tempo with technological developments. A Imaginative and prescient for the Future: - Wanting ahead, AI has the potential to revolutionize not simply antibiotic discovery however the complete healthcare panorama. From precision drugs to predictive analytics in public well being, AI is poised to boost our means to diagnose, deal with, and forestall illnesses, in the end bettering affected person care and public well being outcomes. In essence, the journey of integrating AI into antibiotic discovery and healthcare is simply starting. With its huge potential, AI stands to redefine the boundaries of medical analysis and observe, providing hope and new options in our ongoing battle in opposition to infectious illnesses and antibiotic resistance. As we embrace this expertise, we should achieve this with mindfulness, making certain that its advantages are realized ethically and equitably throughout the globe. Often Requested Questions on AI in Antibiotic Discovery and Healthcare Q1: How does AI assist in antibiotic discovery? - AI aids in antibiotic discovery by analyzing massive datasets to determine potential antibiotic compounds, predicting bacterial resistance patterns, and suggesting efficient remedy methods. This strategy accelerates the invention course of, which is historically time-consuming and expensive. Q2: What are some current breakthroughs in AI-driven antibiotic discovery? - A notable breakthrough is the invention of Halicin, a compound recognized utilizing AI as a potent antibiotic in opposition to a variety of micro organism, together with some antibiotic-resistant strains. Q3: What are the challenges in implementing AI in healthcare? - Challenges embrace making certain knowledge high quality and privateness, managing the complexity of organic programs, addressing moral considerations, and coping with technical and computational limitations. This fall: How is AI altering the panorama of medical analysis and affected person care? - AI is revolutionizing medical analysis and affected person care by bettering diagnostic accuracy, personalizing remedy plans, and accelerating the tempo of medical discoveries, similar to new antibiotics. Q5: What are the moral concerns associated to the usage of AI in healthcare? - Moral concerns embrace affected person knowledge privateness and consent, addressing potential biases in AI algorithms, and balancing AI help with the necessity for human oversight in scientific decision-making. Q6: What position does AI play in combating antibiotic resistance? - AI performs a vital position in combating antibiotic resistance by figuring out new antibiotics, predicting how micro organism evolve resistance, and suggesting mixture therapies to beat resistance. Q7: How can AI be built-in responsibly into healthcare programs? - Accountable integration of AI into healthcare programs includes adhering to moral requirements, making certain knowledge safety, sustaining transparency in AI algorithms, and involving numerous stakeholders in decision-making processes. Q8: Are there any regulatory challenges for AI in healthcare? - Sure, the regulatory panorama for AI in healthcare is evolving, with challenges together with setting security and efficacy requirements, knowledge privateness rules, and worldwide cooperation on AI governance. Q9: How does AI contribute to personalised drugs? - AI contributes to personalised drugs by analyzing patient-specific knowledge to suggest tailor-made remedy methods, together with the number of the best antibiotics for particular person sufferers. Q10: What future developments can we count on in AI-driven healthcare? - Future developments in AI-driven healthcare embrace developments in precision drugs, enhanced predictive analytics for public well being, integration with different applied sciences like genomics, and additional improvements in AI algorithms for medical purposes. For extra insightful updates and the most recent developments in medical expertise, together with AI-driven developments in antibiotic discovery and healthcare, observe MedTechUpdates.com. Keep knowledgeable and forward within the quickly evolving subject of medical expertise.
A friend emailed me tonight the following... "I wanted to hear from you, your thoughts about the recent energy shifts to bring us to a higher level of consciousness. The one on Feb 11th I heard was going to be massive, but I did not expect the divine energy to just start flowing into me. Both Thursday and Friday early evening I had to stop what I was doing and went into meditation before falling asleep early. Since then all day long I can feel the energy in my head and on my spine, sometimes like something is playing with my brain. " This was my response that I feel the Angels have asked me to share with you... "Everyone experiences these shifts in different ways based on their awareness and openness to them. Each also has their own job to accomplish as part of the energy network grid. Some are meant to be anchor points, others are travelers along the grid helping to ensure clean lines along the way. Some people are amplifiers of the energy and others act like harmonics in music (a different frequency). Our job is to be as clear as possible for our task. Some people will require SLEEP... others will require strict FOOD requirements... ALL of us will need WATER!!!! Some will require brain space (not to think things through, but to process the energy), others will need heart space. There is no need to ask, "What is MY role... what am I supposed to do"... You will instinctively know. LISTEN to your Body... FEEL... CORRECT and ALIGN.
I learned that the Biden/Harris ticket had won while driving and needed to pull over as I sobbed. Completely taken aback by this reaction, I had underestimated how much I had been holding back, making an effort to avoid Trump’s vitriol, or seeing his unsmiling face on TV. It took active, intentional work to ensure that I was not overwhelmed by his rhetoric and dangerous ways. I felt a rush of fresh air, an opening, a possibility. There would be someone in charge who has an adult relationship to reality, who holds other humans in high regard and who is actively seeking the opinion of others. We will no longer have a mentally ill person in charge of our collective family. I thought about people who grow up in a family with a mentally ill and/or substance abusing parent, where unpredictability is the rule, and shifting grounds the shaky norm. I see many such people in my psychotherapy practice. It takes vigilance and a complicated relationship with oneself to get through this. There is a constant questioning of self, trying to make sense of words that do not hang together. There is comparing what that parent says, which is blatantly false, and being torn between challenging this, and letting it masquerade as truth. There is the deep desire to be loyal to the parent, to want to respect and admire what s/he says, which argues with an inner knowing that this subverts one’s own perceptions. Living with a president who actively hides reality, seeks to further his own agenda, and vociferously attacks others has been infuriating, disheartening and extremely disturbing. But growing up this way takes a deeper toll, one that people are not always aware is occurring. Not acknowledging this dissidence means that the conflict takes root in one’s person, creating someone who second guesses their own opinions, and often lives with a great deal of anxiety. The alternative is direct confrontation with the parent, which can result in silence or violence, a choice to be avoided, thus creating someone who has difficulty speaking up about their own ideas and feelings. Most heartbreaking is that without full consciousness of this pattern, people are drawn to repeat this with the partners they choose, and likely also with the presidential candidate they select. That magnetic pull of familiarity, that sense of “I know what this is; it must be right” is alluring even when it should be questioned and discarded like a scorching potato. Sure, there are people who voted on a single issue, either in favor of Trump or against Biden, but I believe there is a huge swath of others who despite the evidence of Trump’s incompetence and extensive undermining of the very country he is leading, will still support him because of that deep tug of the familiar. This is profoundly heart wrenching. It is reassuring that in the end, as a country we chose the candidate who reasons, who cares, and who will engage with a team to support our growth as a nation. My hope is that in their work over the next four years, this will become evident to those who didn’t vote for them. It doesn’t mean they won’t make any mistakes. It means that they will listen when they have taken a step off the path, and seek the way back. That is the hope for any parent, any authority, and most certainly for the person occupying one of the most influential seats on our planet.
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I wanted to offer a refresher to refocus our attention on the big picture of what we’re trying to accomplish together. The big picture (from a financial perspective) is to maximize the probability of achieving your financial goals. Everything I do, along with the sacrifices you make when putting money away, is oriented towards that objective. For most my clients, their primary financial goal is becoming financially independent in retirement or remaining financially independent throughout retirement. The traditional rule-of-thumb for how a portfolio should be invested over time has been to gradually reduce risk throughout your life so that you start your career invested very aggressively but end a long, full life invested very conservatively. I’ve previously addressed why this is such a dangerous rule-of-thumb here. Many people nearing retirement, or recently retired, should be invested quite conservatively around their retirement start date but then can afford to get MORE aggressive later in life. Continue reading “A Refresher…” Executive Summary: The price you pay for an asset determines your return. I came across this chart over the weekend from @OddStats. The chart shows the returns of the S&P 500 by decade. Continue reading “U.S. Stock Market Returns by Decade” Yesterday, I wrote about why financial planning is so important. I included an actual case study of how a robust financial plan can help shape your investment strategy to give you a better chance of achieving your financial goals and preserving your financial independence across a variety of market environments. In that commentary I introduced the concept of “Sequence of Returns Risk.” Sequence of Returns Risk is absolutely critical to understand especially for folks within 5 years of retirement or who have retired within the last 7-10 years. Continue reading “What is “Sequence of Returns Risk” and Why Should You Care?” This lull in market volatility provides a good opportunity to step back and look at the bigger picture…. the importance of a financial plan. There are so many important financial decisions and questions that can be shaped and answered by a robust plan. It does far more than simply helping determine if you’ll be able to retire when you want and how you want. But, today, let me focus on just one interesting example of how a robust plan can help you make better investment decisions and increase your probability of remaining financially independent in a variety of market environments. Continue reading “The Importance of Financial Planning” My expectation for losses in U.S. stocks during the next bear market is over 60%, which would take us back about twenty years and would require at least a 150% gain just to get back to even. What impact would such a loss have on your portfolio? What impact would that have on your ability to retire or sustain your retirement lifestyle? Would any other financial goals be impacted? How about the toll on your mental health to see such a large chunk of your life savings wiped out. Continue reading “Are You Prepared for the Next Bear Market?”
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Set within 400 acres of beautiful, privately owned Surrey countryside, Beaverbrook is one hell of a country-house hotel. This eccentric property was once home to press baron, Lord Max Beaverbrook, less than an hour’s drive from London. Unsurprisingly, the hotel is immersed in history and has been under an extensive £90 million transformation for the past few years. Designed by the eponymous Susie Atkinson (who designed Soho House no less), Beaverbrook has it all. The Suites in the Main House are all named after former guests of Lord Beaverbrook. Elizabeth Hurley, Sir Winston Churchill and Rudyard Kipling have each had beautiful suites designed with them in mind. Expect pastel hues and delicate furnishings alongside jaw-dropping bathroom suites. Rooms in the 11-bedroom Garden House are slightly less formal and grand but no less impressive – boasting views over the wild meadow and impressive kitchen garden. The Potting Shed restaurant offers comfy booths and plump pillows to work your way through the delicious menu. You can expect plenty of fresh, seasonal produce both here and in the Main House’s exquisite Japanese restaurant. Unfortunately, the 18-hole golf course adjoining the hotel is members only. But instead you can play tennis, go horse riding or hop on one of their bikes to pedal around the estate. You can even join one of the Bear Grylls Survival Academies for some family bonding! If you are bringing your little ones, they ingeniously provide weekend activities for the kids, as expertly crafted by Sharky & George (available daily in August from 10AM – 12.30AM or 13:30PM – 16:00PM at £25 a session for children aged 5 and over). With sessions mainly held in the Treehouse in the woods, professional children entertainers will plan a day of den building, scavenger hunts, team games, bug hunting and cooking marshmallows over a (controlled) fire. What more could you want from a family weekend away? > Mensos Concierge guests will each receive a glass of champagne
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Medical police state whistleblowers raise the alarm about “devastating” vaccine injuries Leading off the news today is the bombshell admission of Dr. Kerryn Phelps, former head of the AMA (Australia) who is now going public with the truth about devastating vaccine injuries. “She testified that her wife, Jackie Stricker-Phelps “suffered a severe neurological reaction to her first Pfizer vaccine within minutes,” and continues to suffer ongoing neurological symptoms, musculoskeletal inflammation and fatigue. Phelps also was diagnosed with vaccine injuries, including intermittent fevers and cardiovascular issues, following her second Pfizer dose in July 2021.””Phelps joins a growing number of high-profile physicians worldwide, including British cardiologist Dr. Aseem Malhotra and oncologist Dr. Angus Dalgleish, who have turned against the vaccines after publicly supporting them, according to former New York Times reporter Alex Berenson. “Now, after the mRNA jabs have destroyed the immune systems of tens of millions of Americans, flu season sickness is back with a vengeance. Many hospitals are overflowing with sick patients, and children’s over-the-counter medicines (like Tylenol and cough syrups) are in such high demand that the supply chain has broken down.
The Ciudad Juárez Cathedral and its facilities have long been one of the places where migrants are received, as the city sits on the opposite side of the Rio Grande from El Paso, Texas. Among the people served by the cathedral are those who are waiting for appointments to regularize their immigration status in Mexico or those who seek to reach the United States because they see no future in their country of origin. In a March 2 statement, the Mexican Bishops’ Conference’s migrant ministry strongly criticized the police for charging into the cathedral’s dining facilities to pursue some migrants, “using violence to physically and psychologically harm the people,” leaving at least one person injured. The conference also strongly condemned these types of events where police act arbitrarily and without adherence to legal protocols, violating people’s human rights. Given what happened, the migrant ministry announced that it will file “the corresponding complaints to the competent authorities and against whoever is responsible.” “It is inadmissible for the authorities of any level of government to enter humanitarian assistance facilities for migrants and violate said places, which are also places dedicated to religious worship,” the statement stressed. The bishop of Ciudad Juárez, José Guadalupe Torres Campos, also noted, in another statement, his “dissatisfaction with the way in which they acted” and asked “that this type of situation not be repeated neither at the cathedral or in any other shelter in our city.” Torres explained that a meeting was held on March 2 with the secretary of municipal public security, César Omar Muñoz Morales, in order to prevent these violent acts from being repeated. In his statement Torres said that Muñoz “promised that similar situations would not be repeated, giving precise instructions for collaboration and monitoring of respect for human rights.” “Trusting that we can all work together in all social work for the good of those most in need, I raise my prayer to Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of our cathedral and Empress of America, to help us all to see ourselves as children of the same God and brothers among us,” the bishop concluded. According to Mexican news reports, the city police tried to stop and check the IDs of a group of foreign migrants. However, only the National Migration Institute’s agents have the authority to check migrants’ IDs. The migrants fled and the police pursued them into the cathedral’s dining area, where they were violently arrested. Source: The Catholic World
Paris, Toronto (17/9 – 37) The French ambassador to Niger and other French diplomats “were actually held hostage in the French embassy” during the emergency following the military junta coup d’état that gave the boot to Mohamed Bazoum, Niger’s elected president, on July 26. A violent confrontation loomed, as President Bazoum refused to give in to the military and step down. Soon after the coup, Niger’s military junta moved to expel the US, German, Nigerian and French ambassadors, amid suspicions of potential foreign pressure to impel a military intervention by The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Meanwhile, with a membership of 15 West African countries, ECOWAS has continued to press for President Bazoum to be allowed to resume his presidential post. (How often does that ever happen after a military coup d’état?) ECOWAS countries historically share cultural and geopolitical ties and certain economic interests, many linked to Europe. Niger, a French colony for more than 50 years before becoming independent in the 1960s, is a key source of uranium for French nuclear reactors. The Niger military junta stated that it would expel the French ambassador in response to actions by the French government that were “contrary to Niger’s interests,” the junta said in a statement. Speaking to journalists during a visit to the Côte D’Or region on Friday (15/9/2023), French President Emmanuel Macron said that “food deliveries are prohibited” to the Embassy in Niamey, capital of Niger, and that Ambassador Sylvain Itte “could not go out, is declared a persona non grata and is “eating military rations.” When asked whether he would seek to repatriate his ambassador, Macron emphasized the authority of Niger’s ousted President Bazoum, saying, “I will do whatever we agreed with President Bazoum, because he is the legitimate authority and I talk to him every day.” The coup has prompted a significant hurt response from ECOWAS, which urged Niger’s military leaders to reassess their move, predicting a “very likely” possibility of violence. “Even now, it is not too late for the military to reconsider its actions and listen to reason, because regional leaders will not allow a coup,” ECOWAS commission president Omar Alieu Touray threatened, when addressing journalists in Abuja. “The real problem is the people’s determination to stop the coup spiral in the region,” he added. Inasmuch as ECOWAS is seen as a tool of NATO and European/American economic interests, Niger is naturally intent on rebuffing such threats. In fact, ECOWAS has imposed sanctions on Guinea, whose military also recently deposed its reviled leader. Alleging authoritarian rule instead of democratic representation, regional bloc leaders attending the UN General Assembly refused recognition of the newly-installed military government. “Democracy in Africa” has become synonymous with kleptocracy, as ultra-corrupt African strongmen conspire with western bankers and corporate interests to amass huge fortunes, squired offshore. Last year’s military coup by mutinous soldiers, led by Colonel Mamadi Doumbouya, a senior officer in the Guinean military, ousted corrupt former president Alpha Conde, who had fiddled with the Guinean constitution to allow him to run for a third term; this was illegal and set off a massive outcry. It reflects the same sorry story of desperate, hungry, ignored populations in run-down, broken countries with crumbling infrastructure, where cabals of big shots siphon off wealth and stash it in happy banks abroad. While ECOWAS is demanding an immediate return to constitutional order, Niger’s military leaders have warned the bloc against any intervention, accusing it of preparing an occupying force in collaboration with foreign warriors. Note that Guinea historically is a key economic partner, maintaining good relations with the Russian Federation, keen on its bauxite deposits; the day after the military takeover, current president Doumboya received a delegation from Russia in Conakry. Reserves of bauxite, the raw material for aluminum smelting, have shrunken dramatically across the globe in recent years. African nations who sided with NATO on the Ukraine conflict, condemning Russia’s military operation as an “invasion” and imposing sanctions, now find themselves struggling with unprecedented inflation, shortages of oil and gas and food insecurity. Malawi is one such example. Europeans nod sadly, their sacrifice America’s gain. Africa can plainly witness the energy crisis in Europe, as NATO, champion of modern democracy, has incurred an acute credibility problem. Cracks are appearing between NATO & the EU: Total Energies, a French company, is going ahead with its oil pipeline project in Uganda, despite a EU resolution against it; a Financial Action Task Force is accusing France of “terror-funding”. Seeing its political and economic battle with Russia slipping, and legacy “client states” piling into BRICS++, the US is making desperate attempts to establish ties in Africa, including a proposal to lifting sanctions on Zimbabwe after almost two decades. The west has thus decided to gang up on Guinea, to teach others a lesson, and ensure that it does not conclude more trade deals with Russia. The People’s Republic of China is undoubtedly watching all this closely. Former “democratically-elected” Guinea President Alpha Conde became notorious for killing peaceful protestors, imprisoning opposition activists and crushing dissent – before falling victim to a military coup. Meanwhile, NATO, the EU, the UN and its “client states” in Africa openly interfere in former colonies’ internal affairs, under the garb of establishing democracy and rule of law. What will become of Niger? Like other newly-independent African republics, it will be next to impossible to hold onto power and develop the nation without some kind of foreign support or alliance, whether linked with Western interests or Eastern ones. Its new leaders may have to hold their collective nose before concluding agreements with the “best of the bad” outsiders, as ordinary hungry Africans are unhappy about the lack of law and progress in their countries. At this point, with big-bellied children scrounging for food, democracy is of little interest to the masses.
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In 1902 a badge was urgently sought for the Australian contingents raised after Federation for service in South Africa during the Boer War. Probably the most widely accepted version of the origin of this badge is that which attributes the selection of its design to a British officer, Major General Sir Edward Hutton, the newly appointed Commander-in-chief of the Australian Forces. He had earlier received a gift from Brigadier General Joseph Gordon, a military acquaintance of long standing, a "Trophy of Arms" comprising mounted cut and thrust swords and triangular Martini Henri bayonets arranged in a semicircle around a brass crown. To Major General Hutton the shield was symbolic of the co-ordination of the Naval and Military Forces of the Commonwealth. A refurbished replica of the Shield is on display in the main foyer of Army Headquarters in Canberra. The original (badge) design, created and produced in haste for issue to the contingent departing to South Africa, was modified in 1904. This badge was worn through both World Wars. Since its inception the basic form of the 1904 version has remained unchanged, although modifications have been made to the wording on the scroll and to the style of crown. In 1949, when Corps and Regimental badges were reintroduced into service, the wording on the scroll o f the "Rising Sun" badge was changed to read "Australian Military Forces". Twenty years later the badge was again modified to incorporate the Federation Star and Torse Wreath from the original 1902 version of the badge and the scroll wording changed to "Australia" In the 75th anniversary year o f the Anzac landings at Gallipoli there arose a desire to return to the traditional accoutrements worn by Australian soldiers during the World Wars and which clearly identify the Australian Army. The recent change coincided with the 90th anniversary of te hArmy which was commissioned on 1 March 1991. The Seven Badges of the Rising Sun The first Rising Sun Hat Badge from February 1902. It was issued to mounted troops in the Boer War. It bore only the word AUSTRALIA arched above a King's Crown. The second Rising Sun Hat Badge from April 1902 added a scroll with the words 'Commonwealth Horse' and changing 'Australia' to 'Australian'. This badge was a modified version for the Commonwealth Horse. The third Rising Sun Badge from May 1904 carried a scroll inscribed with the words 'Australian Commonwealth Military Forces' and was worn throughout both World Wars. There were, however, a number of variations of the badge; a special version was struck for the coronation of King Edward VII in 1902 and there were badges of the Commonwealth Horse and the Australian Instructional Corps, each with its respective title on the scrolls. This pattern badge formed the template for all subsequent General Service badges. The fourth Rising Sun Hat Badge is from 1949 when Corps and Regimental Badges were reintroduced into service. The wording on the scroll on the Rising Sun badge was changed to read Australian Military Forces. The fifth Rising Sun Hat Badge is from 1956 when the badge was changed to incorporate the Queen's crown with the ascension of Elizabeth 2. The sixth Rising Sun Hat Badge from 1969 was modified to incorporate the Federation Star and Torse Wreath from the original 1902 version of the badge and the scroll wording changed to Australia. The current design Rising Sun Hat Badge from 1991 was produced with 'The Australian Army' on the scroll and the removal of the Federation Star and heraldic wreath. The Rising Sun Badge was originally called the General Service Badge, but it is now officially labelled the Australian Army Badge. It will, however, always be referred to as the Rising Sun Badge. Order your own Rising Sun Collection here. Great War Commemorative Rising Sun Collection During the Great War 1914-1918 the Rising Sun Badge was re-crafted by individuals, units and corps to create unique designs to reflect their particular structure or role. These 'unofficial' Rising Sun badges were never approved by Australia's military command yet many were worn with pride by those who served under them. Few examples of these unofficial designs survive. The four replicas presented in this collection are created from actual badges or photographic records and are to the best abilities of the artisans who reproduced them, true copies of the badge faces crafted for men serving overseas with the A.I.F. and other organisations. The four ‘unofficial’ badges included are: 14 Australian Light Horse Regiment Badge This badge was created for the 14th Battalion Australian Light Horse Regiment, the mounted infantry or light horse unit of the Australian Army during the Great War. A.I.F Camel Corps Badge Some A.I.F. units and corps in the Great War 'adapted' the official 1904 Pattern Rising Sun hat badge to create unique designs to reflect their structure or role. The Imperial Camel Corps, formed in January 1916, created its unique design that was never approved for use by Australia's military command A.I.F. cameleers. 1st Remount Unit Badge An unofficial badge created for the 1st Remount Unit. This adaptation was not approved for wear but was often widely worn by those serving in the unit. British Red Cross – Australian Division Badge This badge is an unofficial creation for the British Red Cross – Australian Division and combines the rays of the rising sun with a cross above the banner. Since its inception in 1902 as a general service badge for the Australian contingents serving in the Boer War, there have been seven 'official' versions of the Rising Sun badge. Each evolution in the design represented the changing structure of our military service and Australia's political maturity. In the Great War 1914-1918 it was the 1904 Pattern Rising Sun Badge, the third design, which was proudly worn by members of the Australian Imperial Force. This stunning collection, created for the Centenary of Australia in the Great War, also carries all seven official Rising Sun badges as we remember 100 Years of proud service by Australia's military since the Great War. All badges are faithfully pressed in metal and mounted in a timber display case. More than 330,000 men and women served overseas with the A.I.F. during the Great War. Some 60,000 would never return from the fight on Gallipoli, on the Western Front or in the Middle East. Tens of thousands more carried the physical and emotional scars of war to their graves. We remember with pride, respect and gratitude all who serve our nation. Order your own Rising Sun Collection here.
U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth agreed Wednesday to a request from Jacob Chansley, the 33-year-old “QAnon Shaman” arrested for participation in the Jan. 6 violent siege of the U.S. Capitol, that he be served only organic food in the D.C. correctional facility. Chansley’s “shamanic belief system and way of life” includes a strict organic diet, his lawyer Albert Watkins wrote in a brief Wednesday, and if his client eats foods with “unnatural chemicals,” the result is “systemic responses that are not simply discomforting, but debilitating and, notably, dehydrating.” Watkins said Chansley, who also goes by the name Jake Angeli, has not eaten since Jan. 25 and has lost more than 20 pounds in jail. Eric Glover, general counsel for the D.C. Department of Corrections, said Tuesday it isn’t true that Chansley has fasted for more than a week. The Department of Corrections said in a filing Monday that his request for organic food had no “religious merit,” and the department elaborated on Wednesday, saying an exclusively organic diet “is a tenet of that religion.” Chansley, a resident of Phoenix, was one of a handful of rioters filmed storming the Senate chamber and sitting in former Vice President Mike Pence’s seat, and his distinctive garb made him one of the first people arrested. Federal authorities say he admitted to leaving a note for “child-trafficking traitor” Pence, saying: “It’s only a matter of time, justice is coming.” He told the FBI that wasn’t meant as a threat. In a handwritten note, Chansley told the court he’s eaten almost exclusively “traditional food that has been made by God” for eight years, and he “humbly” requested “a few organic canned vegetables, canned tuna (wild caught), or organic canned soups,” adding: “I will continue to pray through the pain and do my best not to complain. I simply ask that you understand that the physical effects of not eating organic are harmful to my body & bio-chemistry.”
Britt Hysen, EIC, Millennial Magazine: 10 Years of Growth in Digital Media Meet Britt Hysen, the powerhouse behind Millennial Magazine and the visionary Editor-in-Chief who has built Millennial into a legacy brand, forging new opportunities for all who join her. With a passion for storytelling and connecting clients with their ideal target audiences, she has turned the digital media hub into an SEO machine for personal branding. Now, Britt is stepping out from behind the Editor’s desk to share her own story. Join us as we dive into Britt Hysen’s journey and discover what it takes to build a successful media platform in today’s ever-changing digital landscape. Britt, what inspired you to start Millennial Magazine? In 2008, I was a teenage actor entering adulthood when the crash happened. While many millennials fell into record unemployment at the time, I was surrounded by a community of artists and entrepreneurs in Los Angeles who were making a living doing what they loved. Then in January of 2010, I attended NAPTE in Las Vegas where the President of Discovery Channel, David Zaslov, stressed that YouTube was the future. From that very conference show floor, I switched my point and shoot camera to video mode and started interviewing attendees. When I returned to LA, I moved into full production mode with The DoLab, an event production company known for their famous festival Lightning in a Bottle. I began interviewing festival artists and musicians to inspire our peers. This became the foundation of Millennial Magazine. In 2013, I worked with CNBC where I began to see that CEOs were quickly becoming the new celebrities. During my time there, I witnessed what was being coined the “disrupter movement.” In 2014, I teamed up with my mom, a public relations consultant, to officially launch our own platform, one that would share these inspiring stories with the world. How have you developed as a professional, and what lessons have shaped your outlook? When I think back to who I was as a budding entrepreneur over a decade ago, I realize how much I’ve grown and developed professionally. I’ve been blessed with incredible experiences and wins over the years, but have also faced my share of rough and challenging times. All of the ups and downs led to a more poised and strategic outlook on the future. One of the biggest lessons I’ve recently learned is to look at a business through the lens of your personal brand. For the past 13 years, I’ve helped entrepreneurs and professionals share their personal stories without realizing the market was going to catch up to a new standard that requires “the face as the logo.” Now in 2023, it’s so important to see who is behind the company to gain trust. The person is unequivocally more relatable than the product or service they are selling, which is why you see so many founders stepping in front of the camera these days. So here I AM, telling my story and sharing the face behind Millennial Magazine. Describe the breakthrough moment when you realized your career was taking off. In 2014, after several grueling months of launching Millennial, I received a message that would change my life. It was a difficult time for us, and I began to doubt whether or not we could get the company off the ground. I was doing 16-hour days 7 days a week for 4 months straight, producing original content with a team of writers and photographers, and hadn’t made a dime in that time! It was that feeling of being on a hamster wheel, working so hard and getting nowhere (so I thought), when I received a message from The White House recognizing us as a Top Media Platform for Millennials and inviting us to Washington D.C. to be part of an exclusive travel summit. I thought, “there is NO WAY this is real. This has to be a SCAM!” But sure enough, it was real! That same week, as fate would have it, we landed our first advertiser- The Mapua Institute of Technology in The Philippines who wanted to promote their study abroad program with us. I eventually did go to The White House, and that trip led to even more advertisers in the travel space which then led us to working with Boards of Tourism in Europe, and ultimately, opening up a hospitality division in the magazine. Since then, we’ve continued to work with some of the most iconic travel brands in the world. What has been the most rewarding part of being an entrepreneur? When the 2020 pandemic hit, most businesses were forced to close. Yet, amazingly, as a digital publication, we managed to stay afloat! Now three years later, we have so many fun and exciting projects going on and are in the middle of planning some exciting events for our 10th year anniversary, coming up in 2024. How has Millennial’s approach to social media changed over time? Social media is an ever changing landscape. It can be hard to keep up with the trends, but the most exciting part is that it is always a good time to start! I love that Youtube is just as powerful now as it was 10-15 years ago. As long as you know your niche and you produce consistent content, you will get ahead no matter when you start. I started on YouTube back in 2010. Part of me is embarrassed that I migrated off back in 2013 to build a media platform, but the other, more intuitive part of me, knows that timing is perfect and it was all meant to be. I’m approaching YouTube with a whole new love and applying years of knowledge to a brand new channel. And Instagram has been a powerful tool for cross-promotion in addition to reaching new audiences through IG Reels. Even though I have a love-hate relationship with social media, I’m excited to mobilize our community and provide opportunity for our following in a whole new way. Describe your lifestyle and how you maintain a life/work balance. We featured Amanda Slavin of CatalystCreativ back in 2015, when she informed me that the new term for work/life balance is now “work/life integration”…because entrepreneurs work around the clock and make their businesses a part of their life. I’ve loved this term, and have been using it ever since! So how do I integrate my work with my life? By creating fun opportunities that benefit both! Whether that’s travel, music events, or dining out, I love going places that I can also feature in the magazine. I’m a shameless opportunist! But while there is this work life integration aspect of my lifestyle, I learned a long time ago about the importance of taking breaks. Without taking breaks, I burn out. It’s very important for my internal “balance” to relax and turn off my brain each evening. Over time, I’ve gotten better about being “on” and “off” the clock. What plans do you have for Millennial Magazine and Britt Hysen in the near future? Last fall, we launched the Signature Boss Series as a way to feature the entrepreneurs and influencers thriving in a post-pandemic world. The series has become so popular that we created an opportunity for brands to pair SEO strategies with our editorial coverage. Reach out directly to me if you’re curious to learn more! Additionally, we’re turning the series into a cool podcast this summer called, The Boss Society, to bring these stories to life through video. View this post on Instagram
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JCRC stands with Israel during Operation Shield and Arrow UPDATE – May 11, 2023 “We are heartbroken to learn that the first Israeli casualties in this round of conflict with Palestinian Islamic Jihad, including the first person killed, occurred in Rehovot. As we wrote yesterday, Rehovot is the partner city of the Minneapolis Jewish Community, making our grief even more acute. Several JCRC staff and board members are deeply involved in the Minneapolis Jewish Federation’s Partnership2Gether Steering Committee with our friends and counterparts in Rehovot. They are our family. “We look forward to welcoming a delegation from Rehovot to Minneapolis next week for the annual Steering Committee meetings, which alternates between our cities.” Read a message from Minneapolis Jewish Federation CEO Jim Cohen about his reaction to this news after visiting Rehovot and how MJF and Jewish Agency for Israel are working to assist those directly impacted by the rocket attacks. May 10, 2023 Minneapolis, MN – Steve Hunegs, executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC), issued the following statement about Operation Shield and Arrow: “The Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC) stands with Israel as it defends itself against Gaza-based terror groups who have launched hundreds of rockets at Israeli civilians today. “We are grateful for the life-saving Iron Dome missile defense system, which intercepted dozens of rockets today, and the inaugural successful deployment of David’s Sling, which shot down a medium-range rocket headed for Tel Aviv. As Americans, we are proud that our government provides the critical aid that allows Israel to develop and deploy this technology. “I recently returned from a trip to Israel on Minneapolis Jewish Federation’s Experience Israel 2023 mission, which brought 240 Minnesotans to celebrate Israel’s 75th anniversary. “One of the most impactful experiences was a visit to the Rehovot Emergency Command Center, which coordinates emergency response in the city of 150,000 paired with Minneapolis through the Partnership2Gether program. Most American cities of similar sizes have a similar facilities for emergency responders, but rockets fired by terror groups just a few dozen miles away are not part of our reality. Our hearts are with our friends in Rehovot and all of Israel, scrambling to find the nearest bomb shelter while sirens blare. “We also got a taste of the internal struggle bitterly dividing Israeli society over the proposed overhaul of the country’s judicial system. We are heartened to see Israelis coming together to support the Israel Defense Forces, as demonstrated by the backing of the security operation from opposition party leaders Yair Lapid and Benny Gantz. “We hope to see a ceasefire agreement soon restoring calm for the people of Israel and mourn any innocent loss of life in the conflict.” Photo: A collection of rockets and shrapnel fired by terrorists in Gaza at the Israeli community of S’derot (Ethan Roberts/JCRC). As the public affairs voice of the Jewish community, the JCRC fights antisemitism and prejudice, advocates for Israel, provides Holocaust education, promotes tolerance and social justice, and builds bridges across the Jewish and broader communities.
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Doctor Kefah Abu Hannoud founded iikhadh education consultancy in 2019, she holds a bachlor’s degree in Sharia from The University of Jordan, and has a doctorate in interpretation of Quran ( التفسير ) from the international islamic university Malaysia. What are the achievements and expertise of the founder? Doctor Kefah Abu Hannoud has many expertise in the field of education, and she has published books and research papers. Doctor Kefah Abu Hannoud expertise in the field of education: - Assistant Professor in Sharia collage in Applied Science Private University in Jordan 2020 until present time. - Assistant Professor in Kutahya Dumlupinar University in Turkey جامعة دوملوبينار كوتاهيا in the year 2019. - Assistant Professor in Umm Al-Qura University Al-Qunfudah Campus, in Islamic studies department in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2011-2018 . - Head of Islamic studies department n Umm Al-Qura University Al-Qunfudah Campus, in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2012. - Research Assistant in the international islamic university Malaysia, february 2010 – 2011. - Lecturer in religious courses in the United States of America in cooperation with the Islamic American University 2005-2007. Community service done by doctor Kefah Abu Hannoud: - founded and managed the voluntary initiative Siraj, for conscious reading. - founded and managed Mishkah program, to build Quranic values. - a writer in the literary and educational field. - an activist on social media platforms, and interested in educational guidance. Doctor Kefah Abu Hannoud’s Books and research papers: - Book (نحو المعالي) Nahoa Al-Ma'ali / writer and participent, published by Dar Al-Oloom دار العلوم in Amman Jordan 2008. - Book (التوظيف الحداثي لآيات المرأة) Al-Tawtheif AlHadathy La’yat AlMara'h , published by Dar Al-Farouq in Amman Jordan 2011. - Book (فقه بناء الإنسان في القرآن) Fiqh Bena’ AlEnsan fe AlQuran, published by Aseer Alkotb (Book Juice) Library in Egypt 2020. - Book (رسالة السورة القرآنية –سورة الكهف نموذجا) Resalat Alsoura Alqurania – Sourat Alkahf Namothajan, in printing. - Book (قيم القرآن ومفاهيمه) Qiam AlQuran wa Mafahiemoh, in printing. - Book (رمضان في صحبة الأسماء الحسنى) Ramadan fe Sohbat Alasma’ Alhusna, in the final steps of being writen. - Research (التفسير التحليلي- آيات الحج نموذجاً) Altafseer Altahlili – A'yat Alhaj Namothajan, in cooperation with doctor Safiah Shams-Aldine in the International Islamic University Malaysia. A Message from the Founder Doctor Kefah Abu Hannoud’s message to Mishkah affiliates: Because we believe in building the human with Quranic methodology that is flawless and impeccable, and because we believe that human character building in the Quran was a divine recipe that created the man of the great Islamic civilization, and because we believe that man is the real material of change throughout history, we created Mishkah. Welcome to Mishkah programs that aims to follow the guidance of the Quran in building people carrying their faith and spreading concepts of consciousness, creating the vision of the nation and are mercy to all of mankind.
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I hope you had a wonderful holiday and are getting some time to relax the rest of this week! I had to read eight books this month to stay on my pace for my 100 book goal for 2017 and, YOU GUYS, I DID IT!! I’m feeling really proud of myself this year! Don’t mind me while I toot my own horn!! Stay tuned for my top ten of the year, happening later this week! I’m excited to hear what your favorite books were in 2017 too. If you want to see more of what I am reading, please feel free to friend me on GoodReads! You can find me right here and I am always happy to connect with people there! There is nothing more motivating than seeing what other people are raving about and my to-be-read pile continues to grow with all of my new friends on there! In fact, many of the books featured are ones that I have found through my friends on GoodReads. Looking to add some variety to your stack? Feel free to join our book club! I announced our selections (starting with this one) and you can find them pinned at the top of the group page. These will be added in a blog entry for January, but book club participants get the list a little earlier. It’s just one more perk to enjoy with this free club! Here are 8 must-read books that I tackled in December! I haven’t heard a lot of people talking about Goodbye,Vitamin, but I noticed it had made its way on so many best-of lists this year that I just had to read it. I am not a big fan of correspondence or diary entry books, but it works SO well in this smart, funny, and heartwarming story of a 30-year-old daughter who returns to live at home and care for her father with Alzheimer’s, following a break-up with her fiancée. Told in sparse quips, Khong breathes fresh air into new ways to think about life and love lost. Sentences like, “You know what else is unfair, about Joel? That I loosened the jar lid, so somebody else could open him up,” or, “It was grotesque, the way I kept trying to save that relationship. Like trying to tuck an elephant into pants,” beg you to read them twice. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself laughing out loud and getting teary-eyed simultaneously through this one. It’s an achingly beautiful read about growing up, seeing your parent’s struggles with health challenges, and the ability to find humor in even the worst situations. I loved it! 5 Out Of 5 Stars If you have read, The Breakdown, you might not enjoy this thriller as much since I felt like the two had such similar plotlines. That said, this one was a great reprieve during my heavier reads that I appreciated this month. The story starts quickly with a husband (Tom) coming home for dinner and finding that his wife appears to have left abruptly from their home, leaving behind her purse, phone, and identification. When he gets a knock at the door, he is horrified to find the police are there to take him to his wife who has been in a car accident. His wife, Karen, has suffered a concussion and has no recollection of where or why she had left her home that evening. Charged with reckless driving, the police suspect there is more to the story and begin an investigation into Karen’s life that lead them to uncover deep secrets about her past. This one wasn’t as satisfying as, The Couple Next Door, but it still kept a great pace and held my interest! 3 Out Of 5 Stars If you are looking for a sweetly satisfying YA book, When Dimple Met Rishi, was such a good one. This quirky love story is about a girl, Dimple, who is interested in computer programming and not interested in pursuing the ideal Indian husband (much to her mother’s disappointment). When she enrolls in a summer program, created for aspiring web developers, she discovers that there is a boy enrolled in the program, named Rishi that has been the arranged marriage prospect that her family has secretly been plotting. It is through this unlikely connection that the two find each other and a deep friendship blossoms between the two that bring them together in unexpected ways. Fans of Eleanor & Park are guaranteed to love this sweet love story between Dimple and Rishi. This book was a treat on audiobook with the beautiful accents and two incredible narrators. 5 Out Of 5 Stars Manhattan Beach has been on almost every top book of 2017 list ever created and now I see why. If you are looking for a compelling historical fiction read, I would highly recommend this one. This is the first historical fiction novel from Egan, but reads almost like a thriller as you piece together the disappearance of a father. Anna Kerrigan, on the cusp of twelve years old, accompanies her father for a visit to see Dexter Styles. It is a mysterious relationship and visit that she is encouraged not to share with her family. Later her father disappears and Anna finds herself working for the Brooklyn Naval Yard. She becomes their first female diver and is breaking the mold of what roles women have in assisting in the war. One evening she finds herself at a nightclub where she sees Dexter Styles again and begins to wonder if he might be the key to understanding her father’s disappearance. If you enjoyed Saints for All Occasions, I think you would enjoy this one too. It surprised me as much as Sullivan’s book as Egan weaves together this compelling plot so vividly that you will have trouble putting it down. 4 Out Of 5 Stars Soulful Simplicity by Courtney Carver I received a copy of this book from the publishing house. All thoughts & opinions are my own. Soulful Simplicity embraces the power in simplicity and it is done effectively through Carver’s own journey towards a simpler life. If you aren’t familiar with Courtney, she is the creator of the Project 333, the capsule wardrobe project that I began embracing a few years ago. Her journey towards this simpler life began with her MS diagnosis and the need to scale down her life, home, and belongings in order to make her health a priority. Through this journey she discovered how wonderful the practice of minimalism is and how powerful it can be for everyone, even if you haven’t been faced with health issues. Carver tackles the art of saying no, the rejection of busy, the whittling of clutter, the beauty in a smaller wardrobe, and so much more. Her lifestyle and message speaks loudly during this time of resolutions and serves as a great reminder, to those that are already pursuing a minimalist life, that there is always an opportunity to do better with what we have. 5 Out Of 5 Stars Fans of Firefly Lane and Me Before You, will love this story of unlikely friendship so beautifully captured in, Something Like Happy. Annie has been mourning a terrible loss and is in a negative place where she just feels stuck. When she meets Polly, who has been diagnosed with a brain tumor, she finds that this woman just won’t take no for an answer to friendship and is determined to make the most of every day. With the given diagnosis, she believes she has one hundred days left where she wants to pursue one hundred new ways to be happy… and she wants Annie to help her with this mission. What Polly doesn’t know is that Annie needs it as much as she does. This book is the feel-good kind of book that you need in your stack to remind you that we all could use a little happy in our life, the power of forgiveness, and the beauty in the healing of old relationships. Equally parts charming and, at times, a little cheesy, I loved this fictional escape. 4 Out Of 5 Stars Idaho by Emily Ruskovich This was one of the big buzz books this year that I had been looking forward to diving into. There is so much to love in Idaho. The book has a very poetic feel with well-developed characters as it explores a horrific family tragedy and all that are left in the aftermath of this event. Ruskovich has such a beautiful way with words that you find yourself quickly swept up into the story of these characters as you try to understand the motive behind the tragic death of a child. Unfortunately, the nonlinear narrative made it difficult to follow along with the story and the conclusion of the story was unsatisfying. Although I don’t need my endings neat and tidy, I hoped for a resolution that made the reading journey worth it. It isn’t that kind of read though and Ruskovich shares that most endings in real life are rarely neat and tidy. I would recommend reading this one for the beauty of the storytelling, while keeping in mind that the conclusion won’t necessarily be the satisfying ending you probably had hoped for. 3 Out Of 5 Stars Class Mom ended up being a great way to end my reading year thanks to its quick wit and humor. When Jen Dixon is recruited to be the kindergarten class mom, she takes the bull by the horns with hilarity as she corresponds with the parents about what is needed each week. This isn’t her first rodeo, with two college-aged children, and she doesn’t mind being blunt and to the point about what people need to be volunteering for. Anyone who has volunteered at school and dealt with the pettiness of the helicopter parents is sure to appreciate this hilarious book. Big Little Lies fans will appreciate the classroom parent drama and are sure to laugh out loud at the correspondence between these parents! 4 Out Of 5 Stars Read With Me This Year: January 2017 Must-Reads February 2017 Must-Reads March 2017 Must-Reads April 2017 Must-Reads May 2017 Must-Reads June 2017 Must-Reads July 2017 Must-Reads August 2017 Must-Reads September 2017 Must-Reads October 2017 Must-Reads November 2017 Must-Reads What did you read this month? Looking for book ideas? Check out our entire Book section of the site! Don’t forget to friend me on GoodReads! xo *this post may contain affiliate links- I only recommend what I love though.
Tuesday, May 14 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET Appropriate for grades K–3 You are registering for an event ticket providing individual access to this live-streamed event. Occasionally, video recordings of past events may become available for an additional a fee at videos.momath.org. Please allow at least four to eight weeks after a live event for recordings to become available for purchase. Online registration for this event closes 15 minutes after the event begins. Please be aware that if you register in this window, you will join an event that is already in progress, and there are no refunds. Please note that all program registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. The National Museum of Mathematics is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. While taking a course in multivariable calculus, Alex Rosenzweig became fascinated by the concepts of gradients and vector fields. 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I assume no more than basic math knowledge and include fun tidbits for learners of all experience levels. For both my own fun and for readers, I weave in pop culture, pick-up lines, and over-the-top stories to let people into the fantastical world of math, and to show them that anyone can enjoy anything.” The judges were very impressed with Apoorva’s joyful, elegantly written blog posts on a wide range of math topics, from the liar’s paradox and partitions to tessellations and fractals. Combining clear explanations with an appealing layout and well-chosen graphics, Gems in STEM is itself a gem. The judging panel loved the wide range of Apoorva’s blog posts. They touch on history, etymology, and puzzles, and make connections to everything from art and architecture to science and nature. Apoorva’s uplifting message is that math is everywhere and approachable by anyone from any background. Click here to read Apoorva’s posts. Shirley’s animated video is filled with jokes and pop-culture references, intended to appeal to younger audiences (though the audience of older judges enjoyed it very much too). Her goal, she says in her essay, is to demystify “mathematics with humor, fun animations, and real-world scenarios.” In her video, Shirley illustrates a technique in combinatorics known as Sticks and Stones (or Stars and Bars) by telling a story about Grandpa Bob’s dilemma: He wants to know how many different ways there are for him to distribute 10 one-dollar bills among his three granddaughters. With excellent pedagogy (including falling into a tempting mathematical trap and then showing how to get out of it), the video shows the viewer how to count all ways Grandpa Bob can solve his problem. The video is fun and fast-paced, but spends just the right amount of time on the harder ideas and leavens them with colorful graphics and word choice. Click here to watch Shirley’s video Catherine’s video was inspired by her struggle to understand why the empty set is a subset of every set. As she wrote in her essay for this contest, “I’ve never been one to accept or memorize a mathematical concept unless it makes complete sense to me, so I decided to go beyond sheer numbers and create an analogy. I realized that the sets on my page could be related to my classes at school. As the elements of a mathematical set are numbers, the elements of a class are students. When some are absent, only a “subset” of the class exists. And when all are absent, a subset of the class still exists since the class period still technically occurs. This analogy wasn’t something I wanted to keep to myself, and so it became the basis of my entry to the Strogatz Prize competition!” The judges appreciated Catherine’s lucid explanations and accompanying graphics. Set theory is often regarded as one of the most abstract parts of math, but in Catherine’s hands, it becomes tangible and vivid. Her classroom analogy should appeal to any student. Beyond that, Catherine gives the viewer a glimpse of the universality of set theory and a taste of its applications in computer science. Click here to watch Catherine’s video In this video about a famous theorem in graph theory and topology, Smayan beautifully explains why every planar map can be colored with just four colors, in such a way that neighboring countries always have different colors. The video is gentle and clear, and enlivened by plentiful graphics, neatly synchronized to Smayan’s narration. He gives the viewer helpful intuition about how inequalities (for vertices, edges, and faces of planar graphs) can be used to cut a seemingly infinite problem down to a finite number of cases, which can then be checked by computer. The judges felt that this was a very crisp presentation of a deep result in advanced mathematics, explained in a way that anyone can grasp and enjoy. Click here to watch Smayan’s video Jazz saxophonist and mathematician Marcus G. Miller will share a reflection on how math and music can make us whole. Marcus G. Miller is a musician and mathematician living in New York City. John Urschel, current MIT math PhD candidate and former NFL pro, shares his favorite logic puzzle. John Urschel played professional football for the Baltimore Ravens from 2014 to 2017 before retiring to focus on his career in mathematics. He is currently a PhD candidate at MIT, where he studies spectral graph theory, numerical linear algebra, and machine learning. Get ready to take part in a whacky and zany brainteaser Kahoot with Steve Sherman. This is a quiz that will tickle your brain-strings and challenge your thinking skills. Some of the brainteasers will be easy while others will make you think. Do you have what it takes to be our brainteaser champion? Steve Sherman is the Chief Imagination Officer and Executive Daydreamer of Living Maths. When visiting MoMath, the late, great John Horton Conway impressed people by instantly telling them the day of the week that any given date fell on or will fall on. And you can do it too! What date of the week will your birthday fall on next year? Or your anniversary? Or favorite holiday? When’s the next Friday the 13th? What day of the week were you born on? Tune in for a presentation by MoMath Puzzle Master Peter Winkler on the marvelous “Doomsday rule.” It’s easy and fun, and with a little practice you’ll be able to duplicate Conway’s feat. It’s a great trick, and it’s cleverly designed so that you can remember it and wheel it out whenever it’s needed. Peter Winkler is the current MoMath Distinguished Chair for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics and Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Dartmouth College. Join Karl Schaffer as we play with several surprising ways of moving our limbs in circles. Apply these actions to create movement sequences with the ultimate mathematical prop — an ordinary sheet of paper. Then, learn how it connects to the curious algebra of quaternions! Karl Schaffer is a dancer, choreographer, mathematician, and math professor at De Anza College. What can the fluidity of topology and knots have to do with the rigidity of operations on fractions? Join Alex Kontorovich to learn the fascinating connection discovered by the late mathematician John Conway. Alex Kontorovich is MoMath Dean of Academic Content and math professor at Rutgers. Origami expert Wendy Zeichner will teach one or two origami action models that will be folded from regular printer paper. There’s math in every fold! Wendy Zeichner is an origami expert and president of OrigamiUSA. Turn two pieces of heavy paper and some tape into a spinning top, and explore the geometry behind it! Join Yana Mohanty, Ph.D., a mathematician and inventor of Geometiles®, as she guides you through this fun STEM activity. You will be provided with a printable template and shown how to transform it into your spinner. Once you master the simple construction, you may decorate your spinner with your own design. Materials needed (metric equivalents in brackets): Yana Mohanty is a math educator, mathematician, and the creator of Geometiles®. If repeated flips of a coin determined which step you took, would you get anywhere? Step right in (bring your own coin) and find out! Ralph Pantozzi is the winner of the 2014 Rosenthal Prize and a Presidential Awardee in math teaching. Let’s discover the magic of Euler’s Polyhedral Formula while creating structures out of toothpicks and marshmallows. Bruce Bayly is a math professor at the University of Arizona and bus driver for the Arizona Mathematics Road Show. Join us online for a math-and-paper engineering adventure! Godwyn Morris, Director of Dazzling Discoveries STEM Education Center, will demonstrate some Engineering with Paper challenges. Together we will explore proportion, ratio, and scale as Godwyn shows you how to create structures, furniture, and characters from simple supplies. Godwyn Morris is the Director of Dazzling Discoveries STEM Education Center. Dr. Arthur Benjamin will amaze you with some mathematical magic, and then teach you how to do it. Bring a calculator! Art Benjamin is an award-winning popular entertainer, mathemagician, and math professor at Harvey Mudd College. Bring along something bendy — a tie, a shoelace, a piece of string — and let’s have fun exploring some of the curious mathematics of folding. James Tanton is a global educator, math popularizer, and mathematician. Educator and entertainer John Chase will show you the powerful connections between mathematics and juggling. Math modeling has given jugglers all kinds of new patterns to juggle, and we invite you to come see what mathematics can do. Bring three juggling objects so you can join the fun! John Chase is a mathematical juggler and math educator. Manjul Bhargava will demonstrate an interactive magic trick that exhibits how one can create surprising complexity from extreme simplicity. Viewers are encouraged to participate from home! Manjul Bhargava is the MoMath Inaugural Distinguished Visiting Professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics, math professor at Princeton University, and Fields Medalist. Come and enjoy some non-competitive explorations in mathematics. Mark Saul is the Senior Scientist at the Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival. Cindy Lawrence, MoMath Executive Director, and Tim Nissen, MoMath Associate Director, welcome all to the fifth annual NYC Math Festival, featuring hours of mathematical fun and entertainment. Join presenters from all over the world to share an afternoon of lively, engaging activities. James Tanton, Chair of MoMath’s Advisory Council, kicks the Festival off by sharing the highly intriguing “International Math Salute.” Can you figure out how it works? The Festival site opens at 1:30 pm EDT (New York). Enter at any time between 1:30 pm and 2:00 pm to view some favorite MoMath pix from years gone by. Activities begin promptly at 2:00 pm EDT (New York). See our selection of Geometiles® and browse for books by Festival presenters Peter Winkler and Art Benjamin. A MoMath retail specialist will be on hand to answer questions and offer expert shopping advice for all your mathematical gift needs. Stop by to view a selection of Rubik’s Cubes, browse for Christopher Danielson’s delightful books, Which One Doesn’t Belong? and How Many?, and learn more about the film The Man Who Knew Infinity, for which Manjul Bhargava served as technical advisor to ensure the accuracy of the math featured in the film. A MoMath retail specialist will be on hand to answer questions and offer expert shopping advice for all your mathematical gift needs. Check out MoMath’s selection of colorful origami paper, Karl Schaffer’s book Math Dance, and other great items from Additions, the online shop at MoMath. Watch as Lauren Rose builds a Rubik’s Cube mosaic, and try to figure out what the picture will be. Math meets art in this creative application of the popular Rubik’s Cube. Lauren Rose is a mathematician and math professor at Bard College. Daniel Rose-Levine will demonstrate how he solves the Rubik’s Cube with his feet in under 20 seconds. Daniel Rose-Levine is the former Rubik’s-Cube-with-feet world record holder. How can the invisible world of mime explore mathematical ideas? Join Tim Chartier as he uses mime to investigate weight, magnitude of force, and projective motion with the art of mime. You’ll also learn how to make an infinite chocolate bar. (The candy bar is a real prop but eating is pantomimed so enjoyment is calorie-free.) Tim Chartier is a mathematical mime performer and math professor at Davidson College. He has performed throughout the world and has been trained in several mime schools, including master classes with the legendary Marcel Marceau. Symmetry is all around us. We see symmetry in our bodies, car wheels, fences, fabric patterns, the MoMath logo, and many other objects! We will learn about different types of symmetry and have fun creating symmetric art using common objects. David Reimann is an Albion College math and computer science professor and artist who uses symmetry in his work. Is an elevator a vehicle? Is a hot dog a sandwich? Is a heart a shape? Is an emoji a word? The answers to these questions depend on your definitions of vehicle, sandwich, shape, and word. Precise definitions are essential tools of mathematics, but few definitions start out as precise as they’ll need to be later on. Come play with the boundary between precision and ambiguity in this fast-paced participatory session. Christopher Danielson is an award-winning author and math educator. Join Mr. A. as he shares one of his many Math Raps, discusses how he got started rapping about math, and takes you through some of the mathematical ideas and references in the rap. Mike Andrejkovics is a high school math teacher from Long Island, NY who creates and performs raps about mathematics based on popular hip-hop tracks. Cindy Lawrence is the Executive Director and CEO of the National Museum of Mathematics. Tim Nissen is the Associate Director of the National Museum of Mathematics. Steve Sherman is the Chief Imagination Officer and Executive Daydreamer, Living Maths. Peter Winkler is the MoMath Current Distinguished Visiting Professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics. Bruce Bayly is a singer, violinist, and math professor at the University of Arizona. Daniel Rose-Levine is the former Rubik’s-cube-with-feet world record holder. James Tanton is a global educator, math popularizer, and research mathematician. Lauren Rose is a dancer, choreographer, mathematician, and math professor at De Anza College. Mark Saul is the Executive Director of the Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival. Origami expert Wendy Zeichner is the Executive Director of Origami USA. Ralph Pantozzi is the winner of the 2014 Rosenthal Prize and a math educator. Tim Chartier is a mathematical mime performer, math professor at Davidson College. “The purpose of Math Musings, the magazine I started in high school,” wrote Rohan Jha, “was to show that math is everywhere, yet many times we are not aware of it. It is behind some of the music we play, or how nature uses it for its own optimal benefit, or it could be behind a fancy card trick, or math could help us reduce the ubiquitously observed annoyance of traffic jams during peak hours.” The magazine tries to humanize and enliven math in various ways: by telling anecdotes about famous mathematicians; by challenging fellow students with fun puzzles; or by leading them some deeper ideas, such as a lily pad puzzle that leads to the notion of backward recursion in finance. With clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions for magic tricks and other activities, Rohan attempts to make math fun for everyone… and succeeds admirably. The project submitted by Kyna Airriess is a “zine” based on a quote from A Mathematician’s Lament, a polemical essay by high school teacher Paul Lockhart. “There is nothing as dreamy and poetic, as radical, subversive, and psychedelic, as mathematics,” wrote Lockhart. Reading Lockhart’s essay, says Kyna, “contributed to my own conversion from ardent math-hater to aspiring mathematician; I’d never heard someone describe math, the subject of unfeeling calculations, with words like ‘poetic’ and ‘radical.’ It was a long time before I began to see these traits for myself, but today I self-identify as a math nerd, and I want to study math in college.” In the zine, each of Lockhart’s memorable adjectives—dreamy, poetic, subversive, and psychedelic—is illustrated and connected to math ideas, using symbols, history, color, and imagery. The judges were impressed by the passionate energy conveyed by the zine’s words and design. The overall effect achieves what Kyna intended: to embody “what those of us who love math want the world to understand. It isn’t about cold calculations at all— it’s a field full of creativity and beauty, and it is just as infused with humanity as any other.” “Limericks and poetry are not a typical way to convey information about math,” admits Sarah Thau, “but I think it makes it more palatable than learning functions by rote. Who doesn’t love a limerick?” So Sarah created a series of short rhyming poems to list some basic properties of linear, quadratic, trigonometric, polynomial, rational, and other types of functions encountered in algebra and precalculus, and illustrated the pages with examples. The judges were tickled by the playfulness of this entry. Limericks are a lighthearted form of poetry in which creativity comes from working within constraints and overcoming them delightfully—and much the same can be said of math! Indeed, as Sarah wrote, “I love math and am always trying to solve problems but this was a new type of problem to tackle. One that didn’t need any algebra or modeling. Each poem became a problem to solve as I tried to figure out words to make each function type’s properties rhyme neatly.” The poems illuminate the distinctive properties of the various kinds of functions, and draw readers in through a unique, creative, and memorable way of communicating mathematical ideas. Jonah Yoshida’s project is a pencil-and-paper infographic on graph theory. He says “I conceived of the idea when reading about how Arthur Cayley used trees to represent structures of hydrocarbons with n carbon atoms and 2n+2 hydrogen atoms. The entire structure imitates one of these hydrocarbons, ethane (n=2), and a unique application of graph theory is included inside each atom. I divided the page into two sections so that the hydrogens bonded to the left carbon contain puzzles and fun applications of graph theory, while the ones bonded to the right hydrogen focus more on direct applications, much like our brains’ left and right hemispheres.” For example, the Four Color Theorem (a fun application of graph theory to coloring maps and an longstanding research question) appears on the left, while the right side includes applications of graphs to computer science (neural networks and spanning trees) and electrical engineering (circuit diagrams). The judges appreciated the ingenious design concept of this graphic, which underscores the universality and interdisciplinary spirit of graph theory. The words and imagery combine history, math, chemistry, and psychology, and the questions in the small text boxes invite the reader to do some research of their own. “My math communication project, Infinity Universe,” wrote Yvonne Hong, “is an illustrative yet mathematical depiction of the world in which we live. Every inanimate object illustrated represents a simple, yet ubiquitous concept in math: upon closer inspection, the monochromatic tree is a fractal Pythagoras tree, the galaxy in the background is constructed using the Fibonacci sequence, and the planet and comet are both different variations of the Apollonian gasket. Infinity Universe promotes the universality of math communication through an abstraction of objects and phenomena that people all around our world are familiar with.” Carefully executed with great attention to detail, the painting submitted by Yvonne drew the judges in with its vibrant colors and hypnotic patterns. Moreover, the theme of infinity pervades the painting, just as it does in all of mathematics. But here, the suggestion of the infinite is magical and otherworldly rather than scientific and literal, and so may appeal to audiences not normally attracted to math. Zoe Markman created a visual proof of the “sum of squares formula” by cleverly using three wooden 3-D pyramids that fit together. Each pyramid consisted of a total of 12 + 22 + … + n2 identical wooden cubes; thus, its volume visually represented the sum of the squares of all the whole numbers from 1 to n. To find a formula for this sum of squares, Zoe manipulated and rearranged the three pyramids to form a rectangular prism, whose volume could then be easily calculated to obtain the desired formula for the sum of squares. The judges agreed with Zoe that this sort of visual, hands-on manipulative “provides a deeper understanding of math than that provided by a written project. Since you can observe, hold, and manipulate the pyramids (even more so in person), the audience is able to understand why the formula works rather than just taking it at face value and accepting that it was true arbitrarily. Second, the presentation could be understood even by people without a significant knowledge of math. It put what looks like an intimidating problem in terms that are easily digestible.” Zoe even tested the presentation on friends who said they didn’t like math. That’s a good practice in any form of communication. Overall, this project is modest but extremely well done and produces a very pleasurable “Aha!” moment for many viewers; indeed, it led one of the judges to understand the “sum of squares formula” in a whole new way! To express the universality of math, Katarina Cheng translated it into another universal language: dance. “Just as dance exists as a part of many cultures around the globe to express abstract ideas and emotions through movement, mathematics defies cultural lines to express abstract ideas through structures and forms on the page,” she wrote in her project description. Her video “Dancing the Dihedral Group” sought, through dance, “to represent the visual symmetries, primarily those of a square,” and, through words, “how they translated into algebra, primarily the group D8 .” The judges commend Katarina for the elegance of her communication in the video. Especially notable was the esthetic of minimalism — in how the video is shot, and the choice of clothing, background, and colors — all of which mesh perfectly with the minimal esthetic of group theory. The integration of the math graphics with the dance moves was also carried out gracefully. Although others in the past have recognized the similarities between math and dance, few have conveyed that analogy with such finesse in the execution. The dancing and music were artfully minimal too. The overall effect is to reinforce the central idea of beauty in simplicity. Hamza Alsamraee loves Instagram – and he also loves math. But when he noticed that very few math pages existed on Instagram, he sought to change that by starting @daily_math, a page dedicated to intriguing problems and ideas about algebra, geometry, calculus, number theory, and other parts of math. “With high-quality educational posts,” he says, “I hoped to build an Instagram community centered around a shared passion for math.” The judges were impressed with the creativity of Hamza’s entry, expressed through its skillful use of visuals, history, and puzzles, all presented in attractive ways. His explanations of mathematical concepts are clear and insightful, and he is very interactive with his followers, even inviting them to post. The judges also commend him on his growth as a creator and communicator. His Instagram page has evolved from a focus on tricky integrals in the early days to doing more accessible problems now, and the visual presentation has evolved in tandem. With his engaging design choices, which foster clear communication, he is making increasingly good use of the strengths of the Instagram medium. Click here for the Daily Math Instagram account. Click here for the Daily Math Tik Tok account.
If you’ve ever made roast potatoes that are too mushy or undercooked, this recipe has exactly what you need. You can vary the seasonings as much as you need, but follow the process to get perfect roasted potatoes. • 6 russet potatoes • Olive oil • Salt and pepper Also, keep on hand a cutting board, sharp knife, vegetable peeler, large pot with lid and oven-safe dish for roasting. This recipe serves about 3 or 4. Peel and Cut Potatoes Start by peeling the potatoes. If you happen to use yellow, red or some other variety of potatoes, peeling may not be necessary. Next, cut the potatoes into quarters. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Parbroil the Potatoes Parbroiling simply means boiling the potatoes for a few minutes (in this case, 5 minutes) and then removing them from the heat. The key is to soften the potatoes slightly and to let the rest of the cooking to take place in the oven. Place the potatoes in a large pot with a lid, filling the pot with water, just to cover the potatoes. Place lid on the pot. Place on stove at high temperature, bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes drain potatoes. Season the Potatoes Really, you can season the potatoes how you like. We are keeping things simple with olive oil, salt and pepper. For our recipe, drizzle with olive oil, and add salt and pepper to taste. Roast in Oven Place potatoes in oven-safe dish and cook at 350F for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
We have a proud history of getting up, standing up, and showing up. From the frontier wars and our earliest resistance fighters to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities fighting for change today—we continue to show up. Now is our time. We cannot afford to lose momentum for change. Keep the Fire Buring! Blak, Loud and Proud
I've been with Bank of America for almost 10 years. They just told me that they are going to convert my free eBanking account to Bank of America Core Checking. Doing so I would have to pay $12/mo or keep $1500 in my account. But I notice there is a new trend. A lot of banks are giving away free perks to open a new account. Usually the deal is to stay for 6 months and keep $1500 to avoid any monthly fees. I guess that's how they will make money. By investing my $1500 for 6 months. Is it okay to jump around from bank to bank every 6 months. Is it going to affect my credit? Is this unethical or bad karma?
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