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Whale hunting in Japan is immaterial to feeding the population. As a result, many wonder why the nation continues to practice the antiquated ritual, while a bulk of its citizens are starving and fighting an uphill battle against the national welfare program. Japan’s current poverty rate is 15.3 percent, and more than 19 million citizens are living below the poverty line.
Welfare and Whale Hunting in Japan
The Japanese government has defended whaling practices by claiming that the practice is a part of the ancient Japanese culture. From the 1940s to the mid-1960s, whales were the biggest source of meat for the Japanese people. This was due to food shortages throughout the country. The government found an inexpensive solution in canning whale meat and serving in the government-funded national school lunch programs. At the highest point of the hunt, 24,000 whales were killed in just one year.
However, the economic climate has shifted. Japan has one of the wealthiest economies in the world and can easily afford to import meat from the United States or Australia. Currently, with Japan leaving the International Whaling Commission (IWC), the financial burden of whaling will again fall on taxpayers. Expenditure of citizens’ tax money on whaling is justified by classifying whaling as research. The International Court of Justice has disproved Japan’s research claims, yet, funding that could be allocated to other benefits, like welfare, continues to be allocated to the practice.
According to a poll in 2015, the average consumption by the Japanese people of whale meat was just one ounce per person. Whale meat in Japanese cuisine has only been popular post World War II, and it would be categorized as nostalgia food by older generations. Nevertheless, Japan continues to fund whaling with $50 million annually. Regarding the Japanese welfare system, the central government acknowledges 75 percent of the costs, and Japan is planning on cutting back even further to their system.
When it comes to welfare, Japanese citizens do not have the right to be taken care of by the government. Welfare in Japan is most commonly utilized by either the elderly, single mothers or handicapped citizens. Currently, there are five million unemployed Japanese citizens. Since 2008, the Japanese government has tried to make acquiring government assistance more manageable. However, most applicants are obliged to ask their family for help before applying, and impoverished people who are physically capable of working are still ineligible. Professor Hiroshi Sugimura from Hoesei University in Tokyo said: “Local governments tend to believe that using taxpayer money to help people in need is doing a disservice to the citizens, only those who pay taxes are citizens.” The government currently gives 3.4 trillion Yen to welfare a year, but this only amounts to 10 percent of all tax revenues.
With the strict guidelines of the welfare program, people in need often slip through the cracks. Just in the past ten years alone, 700 Japanese citizens have starved to death, most of them elderly people. While the poverty rate in Japan does not reach the global levels (nearly 3.4 billion people, or half of the world’s population, struggle to meet basic needs), Japan is currently in the lowest category of children in need, with the OECD estimating there are 3.5 million Japanese children who are living in relative poverty.
What Is Being Done?
An organization called Second Harvest provides the only nationwide food bank in Japan. Since 2002, Second Harvest has been food security for the needy. It delivers to children’s homes, women’s shelters and handicapped facilities. Second Harvest also works tirelessly with companies to acquires left-over food that is still edible and recycles it into free meals.
The Japanese government supports the Sustainable Development Goals, one of which is to bring hunger to zero by the year 2030. Japan is putting forth procedures that will help build a sustainable society and help with social improvements. By incorporating the Sustainable Development Goals, Japan is hoping to prioritize ancillary benefits, far removed from previous oversight, promoting human rights for every citizen.
The heated issue of whale hunting in Japan and the hunger of its citizens has been recognized by the Japanese government. Acknowledging the fact that many citizens are starving to death, and few are interested in eating whale meat, is an impetus for the government to remedy the issue. Solutions are being established and proposed on a regular basis, and with time. these two issues will be combatted and Japan’s healing as a nation will happen quickly.
– Jennifer O’Brien
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On a visual point of view, the use of the colors – blue, grey, plum and gold, provide the contrast. But the designers at Anahide Saint André actually went philosophical in this collection.
The brand’s design philosophy is “Iki”, a Japanese word which is defined as a traditional aesthetic ideal of human behavior or volition, roughly translated as “chic, stylish” in English.
That said, the Anahide Saint André Fall 2014 collection was inspired by Samurai garments, which by the way, in Japan, the samurai as a class is described as devoid of “iki”. Ironically, individual warriors are often depicted in contemporary popular imagination as embodying the “iki” ideals of a clear, stylish manner and blunt, unwavering directness.
Nevertheless, this disparity in the historical and modern points of view is a boon to Anahide Saint Andre as the label twists women garments into a modular concept which allows diversifying and personalizing ones wardrobe for every moment of the day in a chic and playful spirit.
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Objective: Current European regulations only require drugs to be safe and effective, although there is heavy demand for comparative efficacy data to demonstrate the added value of new drugs. The objective of the analysis reported here was to assess the added value of new anticancer drugs for haematological malignancies that have been approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) based on the clinical data provided at the time of submission. Methods: Information on the evidence supporting the approval was extracted from the European Public Assessment Reports (EPARs). Documents were surveyed for new applications and for subsequent extensions between January 1995, when the EMEA was set up, and May 2006. The added value of newly approved drugs was assessed by an algorithm that evaluates the strength of evidence based on methodological appropriateness (randomised comparison) and the importance of clinical advantage (in terms of the magnitude of benefit, hardness of outcome measures, adequacy of comparator). Results: Eleven anticancer drugs were analysed. Of 17 indications, nine (53%) were approved on the basis of single-arm trials (SATs), and eight (47%) were approved on the basis of randomised controlled (clinical) trials (RCTs). The most frequently used endpoint was response rate (12 of 17 indications, 70%). On the basis of our criteria, only four of the 11 drugs show a consistent added value. Conclusion: We were unable to establish an added value for about two thirds of the drugs evaluated in this study, primarily due to methodological aspects related to study design and endpoint robustness.
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- Haematological anticancer drugs
- Regulatory process
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- Pharmacology (medical)
- Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics(all)
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International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated internationally on the 8th of March each year and provides a day for celebration and reflection on the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This day also marks a call to action for gender parity. Visit Gender Equity to find out more about current initiatives at Western.
IWD 2022 - Breaking Barriers
This year students, staff and community partners are invited to attend our annual International Women’s Day event on Tuesday 8th of March from 2pm to 4pm. This is an online event.
The event will include a presentation from keynote speaker Amna Karra-Hassan, an activist and advocate for diversity, inclusion and gender parity. Amna is founder of the first women's AFL team in Western Sydney and is widely recognised for the diversity she brought to the game, taking the code to Western Sydney and pioneering programs for women from minority communities. Amna's presentation will be followed by a panel discussion with members from our University community.
View the full event program here.
To register for this event click here.
For more information or to register your interest email email@example.com or firstname.lastname@example.org.
Western Sydney University has celebrated and hosted International Women’s Day events for many years. Highlights of previous years’ events are outlined below.
In 2021 students, staff and community partners came together for the seminar Reflections on 2020: Gender Equity Lessons and Opportunities. The event was held in hybrid mode (online and some in person attendance on Parramatta South campus) on Monday 8th of March from 1pm to 2:30pm.
The event brought together a panel of experts from across the University to reflect on the 2020 experience and discuss the gender equity lessons and opportunities we are now presented with both in higher education and across our broader community. The full Program is available here.
In 2020 Western highlighted some of our leading and emerging Women in Research through a series of events across our campuses.
This year’s International Women’s Day event was celebrated on Monday 9th March at the Parramatta South Campus. A luncheon was held to celebrate the contribution of women from all areas of our university, both professional and academic staff. Professor Anna Cody, Dean School of Law, opened the event with addresses from Vice Chancellor Professor Barney Glover and Professor Deborah Sweeney. They spoke about the world we are living in and the role women have played in society.
Distinguished Professor Belinda Medlyn from Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment delivered the keynote address. Professor Medlyn has many achievements under her belt but chose to focus her address on navigating life circumstances and career opportunities. She credited her receptiveness to change and the support of her family to her accomplishments. Professor Medlyn answered questions from the delegates and provided advice on how to make the best of your life journey.
The luncheon was the central meeting point for both the Network for Emerging Women who hosted a morning event, and the Senior Women’s group who hosted an afternoon event.
International Women's Day Staff Breakfast
Professor Kerry Robinson from the School of Social Sciences and Psychology and Associate Professor Susanne Gannon from the School of Education were the keynote speakers of 2019. Professor Robinson and Associate Professor Gannon were the recipients of a 2019 ARC grant for their research project Gender Matters: Changing gender equity policies and practices, and both have a diverse research history, including a focus on gender equity.
Early/Mid-Career Academic Showcase
Western's early/mid-career Academic Advisory Groups, with the support of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research and Innovation and Talent and Leadership Development, hosted a series of events showcasing early and mid-career female academics on their campus, with an opportunity for sharing ideas and networking across disciplines. These events served to provide a platform for developing researchers, and facilitate increased awareness of research initiatives currently underway across the University.
Campbelltown Showcase - Celebrating Women and their Success!
Professor Lynn Kemp, Director of Translational Research and Social Impact Research Group (TReSI) within the School of Nursing & Midwifery, provided the keynote address and opened this event, and introduced 12 early/mid-career female researchers outlining their current research focus, and their lived experience as a developing researcher.
Bankstown Showcase - Celebrating Western Women
The Bankstown Campus ECA/MCA Advisory Group celebrated and shared the achievements and experiences of Western Sydney University female staff and students on International Women's Day. The event intended to be friendly, sociable and supportive and showcased exciting research projects from multiple Schools and research fields, as well as important leadership work happening in our curriculum innovation spaces.
Penrith Showcase - Doing the Heavy (up)Lifting: Women Supporting Women in Academic Spaces
In the spirit of International Women’s Day, the Penrith early/mid-career academic advisory group hosted an event which engaged a panel of female researchers to discuss how working with inspirational women has supported them in their careers to date. The event served to showcase some of the innovative and inspiring work the researchers are currently engaged in.
In 2018 the University were pleased to have Professor Janice Aldrich-Wright from the School of Science and Health as our keynote presenter. Professor Aldrich-Wright is internationally recognised in the field of anticancer chemistry and pharmacology and is the Academic Lead for our Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Project at Western. View Professor Aldrich-Wright's full biography.
Professor Aldrich-Wrights presentation, GenderUNLIMITED* at WSU: The SAGE Journey, outlined the progress of the SAGE project to date, highlighted the influence of women across the University, and spotlighted SAGE’s developing plans to amplify the contributions of women and gender diverse people moving forward. The full presentation is available for download here.
Western Sydney University hosted a series of events for IWD in 2017. It was fortunate to have Professor Sharon Bell from the Australian National University as our guest speaker at our IWD Breakfast. Professor Bell's presentation "Be Like Gough: 75 Radical Ideas to Transform the Australian Academy" explored the current patterns of participation and success of women in higher education and looked at the implications for our sector, our students, our communities and our future, laying the challenge to find different, and radical, ways to transform the academy to better reflect the diversity and values of our communities. View Professor Bell's Presentation. PDF, 916.36 KB
Professor Bell also hosted a workshop for early career research staff on our Parramatta campus titled "Still Waiting in the Wings?" - exploring the current patterns of participation and success of academic women in higher education and the relevance of the enduring questions How Far Have We Come? and Why So Few? View Professor Bell's presentation. PDF, 646.99 KB . The full recording is available via the Reseacher Skills icon in My Career Online (staff login required).
A senior women's dinner was also held with Professor Bell as guest speaker.
The 2016 theme for International Women's Day Pledge for Parity was taken up by the Vice-Chancellor in his opening address for our International Women's Day staff breakfast on the 8th of March. Professor Glover spoke of the need to keep a strong focus on gender equality and women's rights. He outlined the University's Gender Equality Strategy and urged staff to think about the actions that they could take to help achieve gender parity more quickly. This was followed by an engaging presentation on Using Gender Equality to Drive Innovation and Success by guest speakers Rodin Genoff and Narelle Hooper, authors of the recently released and highly acclaimed book "New Women, New Men, New Economy".
The Annual Western Sydney Women of the West and Young Women of the West Awards were held on Friday 18 March at Parramatta Campus. Ambassador for the Awards was Lisa Wilkinson AM, with special guest speaker Lucy Turnbull AO, Chief Commissioner of the Greater Sydney Commission.
Rhonda Hawkins, Acting Vice-Chancellor hosted the Annual Staff International Women's Day Breakfast on Monday 10 March at Penrith Campus. Guest speaker Dr Marguerite Evans-Galea delivered an excellent presentation on "Women in Research: Closing the Gender Gap".
The Annual UWS Women of the West and Young Women of the West Awards were held on Friday 7 March at Parramatta Campus. Special guest speaker was Australian business leader, company director and first female Lord Mayor of Sydney Lucy Turnbull AO.
A Staff Breakfast at the Boilerhouse Restaurant on Parramatta Campus hosted by the Vice-Chancellor. Guest Speaker Barrister Jane Seymour spoke about the impacts of the new Workplace Gender Equality Act and proposed changes to Anti-Discrimination legislation.
The 2013 UWS Women of the West and Young Women of the West Awards were hosted by the Vice-Chancellor. Guest Speaker was acclaimed theatre director and writer Ros Horin. The 2013 Women of the West Awards video (opens in new window) can be viewed on YouTube.
The 2012 Brunch was hosted by the Acting Vice-Chancellor and included a keynote address by Associate Professor Susanne Gannon and a musical performance by UWS Student Kay Proudlove. Link to YouTube video clip of the IWD Staff Event.(opens in new window)
A community event, hosted by the Vice-Chancellor at which the Annual UWS Women of the West Awards were announced.
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Millennials are willing to sacrifice high incomes for meaningful work, but the nonprofit will retain them if it gives them freedom within a framework.
"The future is here — don’t get left behind. Your nonprofit likely wants to attract donors, retain employees, and recruit volunteers. Right? That means you need a clear plan for enticing, engaging, and keeping Millennials.
"As employees — An estimated 80 million young Americans belong to the so-called Millennial generation, roughly ages 18 to 38. In five years, they will represent half of all workers.
"Working with this generation of employees can be frustrating if you don’t understand their world view. So educate yourself about what it takes to attract and retain them."--Cynder Sinclair, Noozhawk
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By Daniel Hunter
We need to “stop stealing from future generations” and “restore faith in capitalism”, the Unilever chief executive Paul Polman told business leaders at the CBI Annual Conference on Monday.
Mr Polman’s speech followed an introduction by Martin Cook, the Ernst & Young UK & Ireland commercial managing partner, in which Mr Cook said that “people want to hold businesses to account if they don’t think they’re behaving in the right kind of way”. He argued that for Ernst & Young, “doing good is doing good business” and set Mr Polman the question, “what makes a good, responsible business”?
Mr Polman recognised that “the most important thing is to get the growth back. That has to be the number one priority — economic prosperity for all”.
But he argued that “we actually have to ask ourselves a much more profound question, and that is what kind of growth do we really want for the future? Do we want to return to the … self-interested, short term growth model that is actually at the roots of the 2008 financial crisis?”
Mr Polman argued that this growth model has led to trust in business and government that is “at the lowest levels it has ever been … and caused many people to question the fundamentals of capitalism”.
However, he told the audience of business leaders that “there is a different approach to doing business, and we have a unique opportunity to restore that faith in capitalism and develop these new business models that are desperately needed. Growth and the needs of society don’t actually work against each other, but go hand in hand”.
Mr Polman warned that businesses have “a very simply choice” to make. “Either we actively make these changes ourselves or these changes will be forced upon us”.
He set out two main ways in which change must take place.
Firstly, growth must become more sustainable, as well as more equitable. “Even today, 900 million people go to bed hungry. We need new business models … that take into account not just the economic but the sustainable and equitable parts of growth. If we don’t … we will increasingly be rejected as business”. However, he added that “very handsome financial benefits” await companies which seek to make these changes.
Secondly, Mr Polman highlighted the change in consumer power that has driven events like the Arab Spring and the Occupy movement.
Using the example of his own company, Mr Polman explained how Unilever “every day touches the life of 2 billion people and there’s no government that can match that”, and explained how “audacious goals” are in place to drive change within the company and to put the consumer at the “centre” of everything it does.
Mr Polman concluded that “only businesses that make a positive contribution to the state of the world will be accepted by consumers” and that the “business opportunity is there for companies of all sizes”.
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Worldwide, urban areas are expanding both in size and number, which results in a decline in habitats suitable for urban flora and fauna. The construction of urban green features, such as green roofs, may provide suitable habitat patches for many species in urban areas. On green roofs, two approaches have been used to select plants-i.e., matching similar habitat to green roofs (habitat template approach) or identifying plants with suitable traits (plant trait approach). While both approaches may result in suitable habitats for arthropods, how arthropods respond to different combinations of plants is an open question. The aim of this study was to investigate how the structural complexity of different plant forms can affect the abundance and richness of arthropods on green roofs. The experimental design crossed the presence and absence of annuals with three Sedum sediforme (Jacq.) Pau (common name: stonecrops) treatments-i.e., uniformly disrupted Sedum, clumped disrupted Sedum, and no Sedum. We hypothesized that an increased structural diversity due to the coexistence of different life forms of plants on roofs is positively related to the abundance and richness of arthropods. We found that arthropod abundance and richness were positively associated with the percent of vegetation cover and negatively associated with substrate temperature. Neither arthropod abundance nor richness was influenced by the relative moisture of substrate. We also found that arthropod abundance and richness varied by green roof setups (treatments) and by seasonality. Arthropod abundance on green roofs was the highest in treatments with annuals only, while species richness was slightly similar between treatments containing annuals but varied between sampling periods. This study suggests that adding annuals to traditional Sedum roofs has positive effects on arthropods. This finding can support the development of biodiverse cities because most extensive green roofs are inaccessible to the public and can provide undisturbed habitat for several plant and arthropod species.
Bibliographical notePublisher Copyright:
© 2018 by the authors.
- Green roof
- Vegetation cover
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geography, Planning and Development
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
- Environmental Science (miscellaneous)
- Energy Engineering and Power Technology
- Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
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Most tachometers can be driven with a 12v pulse signal, such as that provided by the standard TachMatch and the MSD-6 series. However, some tachometers need a stronger signal that more closely replicates the signal generated by the coil. The TachMatch V-Boost Module takes a lower level input signal, whether it be ECU output, MSD 6 tach output, or from a standard TachMatch TM-03, and generates a stronger signal to the tachometer, similar in function to the MSD 8920. Another application is when you are changing from a coil-style ignition to a system that uses an ECU. Often, ECU's, with a 5-volt signal, will not drive tachometers designed to use a 12-volt (or higher) level signal. This unit will convert from the digital-level signal to one which will drive your tachometer, similar to the Auto Meter 9117.
The TachMatch Voltage Boost Module does not do cylinder conversion. If you need that, it needs to be driven from a TachMatch TM-03.
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Our Presentation of Thomas
The Gospel of Thomas is definitely not a literary or narrative work. It is quite unlike the Gospels in the Bible, and even the epistles of Paul and other writers. It is an early example of recorded speech.
To recover it therefore it has to be spoken and heard. It has to enter one's awareness through one's ears, not just the eyes (and in fact silent reading was not invented until several centuries later).
To help recover this spoken quality, in our work it is presented in short phrases, typical of speech. These were first identified by the scholars of l'Association Metanoia (they added identifying numbers for easy reference). What is so extraordinary is that Jesus' speech pattern has come right throughfrom his original Aramaic or Greek, via translations into Greek and Coptic, right through to modern European languages.
Thus to receive Thomas it is necessary to speak it, even to oneself. It is usually necessary to practice saying each logion, to get the rhythm and emphasis right. To aid this, we have added punctuation and capital letters (these indicate when a word has a greater-than-normal spiritual meaning).
The only place in the New Testament where these short phrases have survived is in the Lord's Prayer. Any translation of Thomas that does not reflect this pattern of Jesus' speech is seriously lacking.
Our work goes even further in helping to convey the original quality. When Thomas dictated the sayings that he remembered to a scribe in the market place (for there is no evidence he could himself write), they were written down by hand. Therefore we present the Gospel in hand-written calligraphyof a particularly fine quality done by John Blaymires. If one inspects this carefully in our printed books, it will be found to have tiny variations in the letters. It is these that give it a living quality that cannot be obtained by typeset work, let alone computer work!
Here is a typical page as we employ these features to present the Gospel
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The knowledge of a healthy and long live that is one of the oldest medical sciences, dating back to over 8,000 years. Being a natural healing method it concentrates on treating causes of illness rather than the effects and has proved to be especially successful with chronic diseases.
The practice is also a healer of common ailments such as stress, migraine headaches, rheumatism, sleep disorders and arthritis.
Experience authentic Ayurveda healing with natural medicine administered according to traditional methods. Soothe your mind, body and soul with traditional Accutherapy, Yoga Therapy, Reflexology, Shirodara and Swedana (steam bath). Undergo the ultimate “Triple R” sensations of Relaxation, Revitalization and Rejuvenation at the Ayurveda Therapy Room.
Stimulation of the nerve centers of palms and soles with herbal oil, resulting in brain relaxation.
HEAD, NECK & SHOULDERS
Stimulation of the nerve centers of these areas with herbal oil, inducing relaxation and easing muscle tension.
Exercises with scientific respiration methods to help maintain physical and mental health.
Subjecting the entire body to steam passed through medicinal herbs to ease tension and induce relaxation.
Using the juice of aloe Vera to relax the face muscles and nerves thereby producing a better blood circulation.
TRADITIONAL FULL BODY THERAPY
Stimulating nerve centers throughout the body with suitable oils to relax the nervous system ease muscle tension and ensuring better blood circulation.
Brain relaxation using oil to the head only, concentrating especially on nerve centers in the forehead.
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Fathers, just like mothers, experience a lot of changes in their lives after having a child. “Fatherhood offers many men a second chance at revisiting important unmet needs from earlier in development while also providing the opportunity to grow new parts of their identities,” wrote Chuck Schaeffer, PhD.
That said, parents should work together to raise their child. “Initiatives such as parental leave for men and parenting classes that emphasize the role of fathers could help to maximize children’s development from early childhood to preadolescence,” said Lisa Serbin, PhD.
Are Dads cooler than Moms? Well, that’s the long-standing question that curious minds everywhere have been debating over for years. Even in other family websites, this topic has always been a favorite by the readers. We all love our parents equally, let’s get that right. It’s just that sometimes we can’t help but love one of them more. Does that make us a bad son or daughter? Is it a competition? No is the answer to both of them. Oh come on, don’t tell us you haven’t felt that way at least once in your life. Both parents have their issues, you know. It’s just that we think Dads are naturally cooler than moms. Are you not convinced? Let us help you with that.
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Breast milk donation banks have existed since the 1980s. Today they are used for providing lifesaving mother’s milk to newborn babies, who are in desperate need….
Human milk banks were set up in order to provide breast milk to deprived newborns. When we mention deprived, it includes children from underdeveloped and famine struck nations of the world where mothers themselves are so impoverished that they do not have any or very little breast milk to feed their newborns. Secondly, the human milk banks were also set up for babies who were born prematurely and could not breast feed yet.
Thirdly, the milk is meant for babies whose mothers haven’t yet begun lactating because of premature delivery and need a few more weeks. Fourthly, this milk is also used for feeding babies whose mothers are ill, and are at the risk of transferring their illness to their baby, through their own breast milk. Finally, it is also meant for those mothers who have lost their babies at the time of delivery, due to illness or other unfortunate reasons and wish to donate their milk in order to help other babies in need.
Importance of Breast Milk
Breast milk consists of white blood cells and leukocytes, which helps create resistance against infections in babies. This milk is also rich in whey and casein proteins which make it easier for the baby to digest this milk. Mother’s milk contains other proteins such as lactoferrin, secretory IgA, lysozyme and bifidus factor, all of which play vital roles in protecting the infant from infections and diseases.
Babies must be breastfed for 6 months to a year at least. However, many women due to changes in lifestyle do not prefer to continue with breastfeeding beyond the first 4-5 months, after which they go in for artificially manufactured baby food alternatives. Health experts advice against it, and insist that babies be fed until they are a year old. Nonetheless their advice is going in vain.
Breast Milk Banks
Human milk banks have been set up all over the world, and there are many banks spread all over America. These milk banks are extremely particular and require that the donating mother go through certain mandatory tests and follow certain instructions before donating milk. Here are some being mentioned below:
- The milk can be donated once 6 months of natural breastfeeding has been completed.
- The donor mother should not smoke cigarettes, or have alcohol traces in her milk. Alcohol stays in breast milk for many hours after consumption and takes even longer to leave the system. Which is why women who wish to donate their milk must not drink for a week before donation.
- The donor will be tested for diseases, and only then will her milk be accepted.
- Mothers willing to donate their milk can either deliver the milk to the banks or have the milk frozen and send through FedEx etc.
- This milk is then thawed and mingled so as to extract samples for bacteria culture.
- After which it undergoes pasteurization, at 145º for 30 minutes. This helps kill all the germs and bacteria which may have developed in the milk. This is a safety measure taken in order to check the quality of the milk, and ensure the health of the baby who will be consuming it.
- Thereafter the milk is placed into ice baths and a second culture is taken.
- The bottles are sealed and securely held in a freezer till the time the results of the culture return.
- If the milk is free of contamination, it will be sold to whoever needs it within a week.
- The bank will also pay the cost of shipping if the milk has to be transferred to far off places.
- These banks charge the milk purchaser $4.50 per ounce.
How to Donate Breast Milk
- Remember that mothers can apply for donating their milk only after they have completed 6 months of breastfeeding.
- If for some unfortunate reason, they wish to donate milk sooner, they must state their reasons for the generous gesture.
- If they wish to donate milk, to a milk bank. They can apply to any online milk bank website. There they will need to fill an application.
- They will need to fill a questionnaire containing 49 parts which will contain all the necessary health related questions.
- After which, if their form is accepted, they will be called for certain blood tests.
- A thorough health check up will be conducted by the milk bank itself, at their own expense. The donor will not be required to pay for these tests. They will check the donor’s blood for diseases. The check tests for HIV 1 and HIV 2, syphilis, hepatitis B and C and human T-lymphotropic virus.
- The milk can either be expressed within the bank or it can be submitted in bottles.
If you wish to participate in the breast milk donation campaign, you will need to follow the instructions mentioned by the bank and follow it to the point. Even tiny errors can damage the milk and make it unfit for a baby, which is why you’ll need to be extra cautious.
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Audiovisual Producer - Federal Salaries of 2020
Pay Rates for "Audiovisual Producer"How much does an Audiovisual Producer in the federal government get paid? $106,956.69* *Based on the 2020 average.
Audiovisual Producer was the 227th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2020, with 541 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2020, the Broadcasting Board of Governors hired the most employees titled Audiovisual Production, with an average salary of $116,189.
Government Audiovisual Production jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Audiovisual Production job is GS-4, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-15. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This occupation includes positions that involve supervising or performing work in the production of videotaped and live television programs; live and prerecorded radio broadcasts; motion picture films; broadcast type closed circuit teleconferences; and other similar productions, such as slide shows with sound accompaniments. The work requires the ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of writers, editors, actors, narrators, musicians, set designers, audio and lighting technicians, camera operators, and other associated technical personnel to produce, select, and arrange the actions, sounds, and visual effects required for the finished production.
Agencies that have hired an Audiovisual Producer
Audiovisual Producer Pay Distribution
The average pay for an Audiovisual Producer is $106,956.69. The highest paid Audiovisual Producer made $170,800 in 2020.
Common Audiovisual Producer Payscales
|Payscale||Number of Audiovisual Production Employees|
|GS - General Schedule||512|
|FV - Federal Aviation Administration Core Compensation Plan||10|
|GG - Grades Similar To General Schedule||9|
|ZA - Administrative||3|
|NB - Office Of The Comptroller Of The Currency Only||3|
|IC - Employees Holding Incident Management Cadre Of On-call Response/recovery Employees(core)positions||2|
|GM - Employees Covered By The Performance Management And Recognition System (pmrs) Termination Provisions||1|
|SV - Transportation Security Administration Employees Other Than Executives||1|
|Starting Paygrade:||$27,782.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-4, Step 1|
|Maximum Paygrade:||$146,757.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-15, Step 10|
|Category:||Administrative and Management|
|Occupation Family:||1000 INFORMATION AND ARTS GROUP|
Other Jobs at the GS-4 Paygrade
GS-4 is the starting paygrade for Audiovisual Production jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-4 paygrade.
|Occupation||Occupation Category||Starting Paygrade||Maximum Paygrade|
|Financial Analysis||Administrative and Management||GS-4||GS-15|
|General Legal and Kindred Administration||Administrative and Management||GS-4||GS-15|
|Legal Instruments Examining||Clerical and Administrative Support||GS-1||GS-9|
|Biological Science Technician||Technical and Medical Support||GS-1||GS-9|
|Environmental Protection Specialist||Administrative and Management||GS-4||GS-15|
Average Audiovisual Production Pay Trend from 2004 to 2020
In 2004, the average pay for an Audiovisual Producer was $72,948. Since then, the average pay has increased to $106,957 in 2020.
The information provided on these pages is sourced from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Enterprise Human Resources Integration (EHRI) dataset. Postal Service data is managed exclusively by the USPS . All information is displayed unmodified and as provided by the source agency.
Federal employee salaries are public information under open government laws (5 U.S.C. § 552). FederalPay provides this data in the interest of government transparency — employee data may not be used for commercial soliciting or vending of any kind. Learn more about the FederalPay Employees Dataset here.
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Focusing on Diversity in Design, LIFEWTR highlights how diverse perspectives can enhance our collective cultural experience through the work of Ji Won Choi, Jamall Osterholm, and Daniel Cloke. These emerging international artists use design as a medium to express diverse backgrounds, share original perspectives, and inspire positive change. Through a partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America, these young designers were able to show their collections during NY fashion week.
Unrefined sake is not widely known abroad. Awanawa's mission is to provide genuine sake to people all over the world in a whole new style. The design aims to make this new brand a different genre than Japanese sake. In Japan, distribution in a new technology complex bottle, which has never been done before, can be used to reduce the weight of the product, to shield the light for quality retention, and to represent the fine texture that could not be expressed with conventional technologies. It was possible. With this design, designer wants people overseas to experience the fresh taste of sake.
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CBD Hemp Wax can be described as a form of concentrated cannabis oil. Although it's not legal in the U.S., it has numerous advantages. This type of wax has the consistency of candle wax. The consistency of hemp wax is different from candle wax. What is the difference between CBD Wax from candle wax that is regular is that? These are the kinds of questions this article will address. The bottom line is that you should utilize the information contained in this article to determine whether CBD Hemp Wax is right for you.
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It is not legal in the U.S.
The 2018 Farm Bill legalized cannabis-derived cannabinoids and extracts. However there's still a lot of uncertainty about CBD-based products. Delta-8 is an intoxicant chemical found in hemp, remains on the DEA controlled substances list of controlled substances. This article will address the legality of and use of cbd oil wax
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Cannabinoids are chemically different, so immunoassays cannot detect CBD in infants. Certain compounds from CBD can cause false positives in infants. These include dronabinol and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) as well as hemp seed oil. Due to this, doctors should wait until more research is completed before recommending CBD to children.
It can be purchased online
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Chakra Xtracts are also considered. Their website isn't as detailed than other brands. However, they cultivate their hemp in-house and extract cannabinoids. They then have these products ready to ship. CBD Living also provides four different kinds of CBD wax each with a distinct flavor. To create the flavors CBD Living uses Terpenes. For the most potent effect it's worth investing in CBD wax.
You can purchase CBD hemp wax online. However, it is important to be aware of counterfeit products. Synthetic cannabinoids pose a huge risk. To avoid these products, look for trustworthy online retailers who offer third-party chemical analysis. They can help you determine the quality and purity of their products. The CBD hemp oil ingredient is vital and should not be used as a medicinal supplement. If you're looking to buy CBD hemp wax online
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February 3 2011 Attention Deficit Disorder Newsletter
ADD and Meditation
Research is beginning to show that meditation may have application in helping people with Attention Deficit Disorder. There are many different types of meditation that could help alleviate the symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder. Whole books have been written to document methods of meditation. This article will explore one type of meditation that I have found helpful in dealing with Attention Deficit Disorder in my life.
I have found that many books give lengthy explanations of the philosophy of meditation. Then, they don't share how to do the meditation. This article has simple step-by-step instructions that tell how I do my method of meditation. I hope you enjoy the article and the bonus article for this week. Below is the link to the ADD and Meditation article.
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NHS Scotland will adopt the Dying to Work charter.
Healthcare staff with life-limiting illness will be given extra protections at work under a new charter being adopted by NHS Scotland.
The Dying to Work Charter will ensure staff with life-limiting illness aren’t dismissed because of their condition unless leaving would benefit them, for instance to release a pension.
This charter, championed by the Trades Union Congress, will provide NHS Scotland Staff with greater job and financial security at a time of considerable personal stress and uncertainty.
All Health Boards will be asked to make a commitment to the Charter and agree a statement for the NHS Scotland attendance policy.
Boards will be asked to establish Employee Assistance Programmes to provide support to affected staff, including access to counselling and financial advice.
Training will also be provided on dealing with life-limiting illness, such as discussing future plans with those affected and any changes to work arrangements which are needed.
Health Secretary Jeane Freeman (pictured) said:
“I am pleased to say that NHS Scotland will adopt the Dying to Work charter meaning no person with a life-limiting illness should lose their job because of their condition except in circumstances where leaving would benefit them financially.
“Many people will need some time off during their working life to recover from a serious illness.
“But some staff will be diagnosed with an incurable condition.
“This is traumatic enough in itself but to add to that, they may also have financial concerns.
“This charter is about choice. It’s about giving staff options on how they want to proceed at work – they may wish to continue working as a distraction from their illness or for financial security, or they may choose to spend the time they have left with family and friends.
“Whatever they decide they should be able to expect support from their employer and this charter ensures the NHS staff in Scotland will get that.”
Scottish Partnership Forum co-chairs Pauline Howie and Lilian Macer said:
“As Staff Side and Employer co-chairs of the SPF and as employees within NHS Scotland, we are delighted that the TUC Dying to Work Charter is being fully implemented across health boards in Scotland.
“The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our top priorities and when employees are faced with a serious or terminal diagnosis, it is important that they have the right to choose their own path without worry of the financial implications.
“The introduction of this Charter into NHS Scotland through partnership working means staff can focus on themselves and their families at this difficult time and can be rest assured that we are here to support them.”
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Appropriate church readings
Q. I want a friend to do a reading at my wedding but I really don’t know what to ask her to do! Where should I look and is it possible for anything to be read out? Does it have to be religious?
A. Your parish priest will be able to suggest readings suitable for a marriage service. In certain instances it may be possible to have a ‘non‐religious’ reading ‐ provided that it was suitable ‐ though this would have to be in addition to a reading from Scripture. Church of England Canons specifically state that the priest has the final decision over the content of the service, including the music.
Renewing your vows
Q. My husband and I have been married for nearly ten years. We promised each other on our wedding day that we would renew our vows on our tenth anniversary. Please could you explain how I go about arranging this, can it be in any church or just the one we married in? How long do blessings last and what is normally said in them?
A. First of all, congratulations on your forthcoming anniversary. I hope your marriage will continue to grow as strongly in the future. The service of renewal of marriage vows (known as ‘Thanksgiving for Marriage’) is one that has grown increasingly popular in recent years and it is an especial joy for me personally to be involved with them, particularly as they are public expressions of the joy of Christian marriage. Nevertheless, the service is also suitable for couples coming together after a time of separation or difficulty in marriage. The service does not have to be performed in the same church as the marriage ‐ though many couples prefer it ‐ so just contact your local parish priest who will be able to give you all the details you require. As far as possible, we like to tailor the service around the specific wishes of the couple; on average, services last between 30 and 40 minutes.
What are the banns?
Q. I’ve been told I have to have my banns read, what are these and what do I have to do? Will my partner have to have them read as well?
A. Basically, banns are a form of licence allowing a person to marry. They are published (ie, read out) in church on three Sundays (not necessarily consecutive) up to three months before the date of the marriage, during which time, any person who knows of any legal impediment may challenge the proposed union. Banns must be published in the respective parish churches of each of the couple and in the church where the ceremony is to take place. Provided there has been no challenge a Certificate of Banns (for which a modest fee is payable) will be issued after the final reading allowing the couple to marry. The first step is to find out which is your parish church (and your partner’s) and to arrange to visit the priest(s) so that the relevant information is taken. He or she will then advise on the next step. Special regulations apply to marriages involving non‐British people.
Our various celebrants may offer very different answers to the same questions, not only because of the religious tradition they follow, but because they have their own personal views too ‐ religious questions don’t necessarily have a right or wrong answer!
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Renovated from 1998 to 2005, the Michigan State University Meat Laboratory offers teaching, research and extension opportunities in a state-of-the-art facility. This 67,000 square foot facility is located in Anthony Hall and is managed by the Department of Animal Science and the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. The Meat Laboratory meets academic needs of the University in addition to producing product for retail sales.
Mission Statement of the MSU Meat Laboratory: To provide opportunities for advancement of the meat industry through research and education
- To allow students to have hands on learning experiences and better prepare them for careers in the industry.
- To provide opportunities for the livestock producer, meat processsor, and consumer to gain knowledge and resources to improve their operations.
- To be a support system for research in agriculture and other related fields at MSU.
Functions of the MSU Meat Laboratory
The Meat Lab provides carcasses and cuts for class instruction. Students are taught how to break down beef, pork, and lamb carcasses in addition to learning to make processed meat products. List of Courses Offered.
The facility provides meat for research projects or harvests livestock to collect carcass data and samples for animal studies in areas such as nutrition and genetics.
Meat Extension Specialists and Educators utilize the MSU Meat Laboratory to provide training for meat processors, livestock producers, consumers, and youth throughout the state.
The Meat Lab provides carcasses and cuts for the Meat Judging Team. Students have the opportunity to learn how to Quality and Yield Grade carcasses based on USDA standards. They also learn how to evaluate cuts of meat to identify if they have been cut according to specifications. All of these skills are directly applicable to future careers in the meat industry. Read more about the Meat Judging Program and our Meat Judging Team here.
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The director, Ms. Hill Marsh’s words echoed time and again for me. “I believe in divine intervention,” she would say. According to her, we had a calling – to develop these young men and women to become college graduates and to live as productive citizens.
This summer, I worked for Upward Bound at Le Moyne College, a small Jesuit school located in Syracuse, NY. The program gives low-income high school students (potential first generation college students) better opportunities to attend college. The program strikes a personal chord for me. Thirty years ago, my mother and her siblings were enrolled in the same program; they all graduated from college. They had immigrated to the US from Taiwan only a few years prior, and their parents had not even graduated from high school. Because my grandparents did not speak English, the program gave their children an academic foundation they might not have otherwise had.
I had many responsibilities. Not only was I tasked as a teaching assistant, but I also resided with the students in the Le Moyne dormitories and served as a resident adviser (RA) and personal adviser. I worked alongside six other college students, who were also responsible for the students’ academic and personal growth. We collaborated on the students’ curriculum and harnessed our skills to make the summer a fulfilling experience.
I can recall helping one of my students with his biology homework, and then subsequently assisting him with his calisthenics. Other nights, I gave the students advice on proper MLA citation and then we would discuss their personal struggles with love, life and the unknowable future.
As the assistant to the history and economics teacher, Mr. Little, I was assigned to work on improving the students’ research and writing skills in preparation for college. We worked with primary and secondary sources and researched historical figures ranging from Copernicus to Gandhi. My position was aptly titled Tutor Counselor.
Although the time put into academic preparation was rigorous and demanding, the program never failed to enrich the personal character of its students. For one of our trips, we went to a nature reserve called Orenda Springs. The name Orenda is derived from an Iroquois term designated to the power of everything in the universe, encompassing the sun, planets, moon, stars, plants, animals, and the weather’s ability to give people strength to undertake mighty deeds. It was here that the ideas of teamwork and inner strength were given hearty tests.
I chaperoned the juniors and seniors, who were allowed to use the zip-lines and other acrobatic equipment. Because we were able to build stronger relationships with the students, the Orenda Springs staff encouraged us to partake in the activities. In one of the climbing challenges called the catwalk, I climbed to the top of a tree that soared over the preserve to meet one of my students on a log that rested between us. It was barely a few inches in length. Afterwards, we were suspended upside down on the log while being belayed by two students and staff.
In addition, we had Sunday dinners in which the students were required to dress up. The students were taught proper table etiquette and assisted the dining staff in preparing the dinner. The director often asked one of my students to start the meal by saying grace. It was a gesture of warmth and sought to engender closeness rather than alienation. The dinner was also a time to look back on the preceding weeks and to prepare for the next.
The Upward Bound program employs individuals whose personal stories are relevant to their students. The program afforded my mother and her younger siblings the ability to thrive in all of life’s avenues. My background not only gave me the ability to relate to my students, but the desire to do so as well. Through this and my relationship with the Upward Bound staff, I learned to give and receive advice and criticism, whether good or bad, valid or invalid. I learned to maintain professionalism in a time when much rested on patience and good judgment. But most of all, I wanted my students to become aware of the potential they could reach through this program as shown by my mother’s own success.
Overall, my experience was challenging but rewarding. At times I was greatly discouraged by how unmotivated some of the students were, but there were also many who excelled brilliantly. Throughout my tenure as Tutor Counselor I improved on my leadership of the classroom and dormitory and how to deal with teenagers who are good, those who are disobedient, and how to counsel the ones with personal difficulties. Academically and behaviorally, it was a constant battle between disciplining them and sympathizing with their backgrounds. However, it was well worth it in the end, only to see the students meet their potential.
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Many will doubtless regard with skepticism the Bloomberg administration’s newly announced “micro-unit” pilot program. The administration is asking developers to submit proposals for the design and construction of an apartment building on a city-owned site in Manhattan; the city will adjust zoning restrictions there, allowing the winning developer to construct a building full of tiny, 275-square-foot apartments. In a country where plenty of homeowners have garages far larger than the proposed apartments—which would be not much bigger than an ATM lobby—there will be a tendency to see the micro-units as novelties similar to gourmet food carts, Central Park bike-rental wars, $500 Broadway tickets, and other aspects of life unique to the Big Apple. Instead, we should view these little apartments as a serious and significant step forward in the city’s housing policy. The Bloomberg administration is reinventing affordable housing in terms that make sense: denser and cheaper, instead of expensive and subsidized. And in doing so, the city is mapping the way toward ensuring that it continues to be a magnet for the talented young newcomers it needs.
Though it may look radical to allow apartments that must be smaller than any of Anna Wintour’s closets, the micro-unit idea is actually a rediscovery of what affordable housing used to be before it assumed its current form. Throughout the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, New York saw the construction of small, cheap housing, such as the Lower East Side’s tenement houses and Brooklyn’s thousands of three-story buildings (often with stores on the first floor and apartments on the second and third). It was the same in other cities. Philadelphia saw the construction of 299,000 row houses—small, connected single-family structures. Boston had clusters of “three-decker” frame homes. Chicago had a vast “bungalow belt.” Even Levittown’s small-lot split-levels were part of the same story. All sorts of private, unsubsidized structures offered the same deal that the proposed micro-units do: trading off space to save on the rent or the mortgage. They allowed American cities to grow and low-income newcomers to have homes.
For the last few decades, New York City has strayed from that tradition. For one thing, “affordable housing” now usually means new, expensive, deeply subsidized construction—large units for a lucky few, supported by higher rents for other tenants and tax credits for big developers. (Indeed, this has been the Bloomberg approach to date.) New York also embraced the ill-conceived policy of rent stabilization. Today, the city has more than a million rent-stabilized apartments (along with 180,000 public-housing units). That gives a large portion of the population a strong disincentive to move, lest they lose a good deal. Data compiled by NYU’s Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy indicate that between 1990 and 2000, 35 percent of New York City tenants remained in the same unit—while in Los Angeles and Houston, just 14 percent and 10 percent did so, respectively.
In dynamic cities, residents move around and opportunities open up; in frozen cities like New York, talented newcomers are shut out. A recent New York Times article described the frustration of two young college graduates seeking a moderately priced place to live. “It was really difficult to even find a decent convertible one-bedroom apartment for less than $4,000,” one of the pair told the Times. Enter the micro-units, which will probably rent for $2,000 or so. They are of a piece with the Bloomberg administration’s plans for the new Cornell-led science and engineering campus on Roosevelt Island: the talented graduates of that school will need places to live, lest the city lose them to Shanghai and Bangalore.
As long ago as 1907, Jacob Riis, the first housing reformer, noted that setting housing standards too high threatened “to make it impossible for anyone not able to pay $75 a month to live on Manhattan Island.” To its credit, the Bloomberg administration has recognized that just as New York needs entry-level jobs, it also needs entry-level housing.
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The weaponry skill gives you knowledge about how to construct and fix
different types of weapons. It also gives you knowledge about how
well crafted weapons are when they are looked at.
To find out how well crafted a weapon is, what condition it is in, and
what type of proficiency is required to use it effectively you simply
look at it (once you have practiced weaponry).
> look dagger
As you examine a dagger, you notice it is mostly steel.
It weighs about 1 lb, and takes up a volume of about 1 pint.
You think a dagger is some type of dagger.
You think it appears to be in excellent condition.
This weapon appears to be of below average craftsmanship.
To fix a weapon, you must have the corresponding tools and material
knowledge. For example for the dagger above, you would need knowledge
of steel (Metallurgy One), a hammer for fixing metals and an anvil.
> repair dagger hammer
See Also: Sewing, Glass Blowing, Gemstone Cutting, Carving, Metallurgy,
Armory, Sharpen, Look
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Vansbro (Swedish pronunciation: [ˈvɑ̌ːnsbrʊ]) is a locality in Dalarna and the seat of Vansbro Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. It had 2,026 inhabitants in 2010, out of a total municipal population of 7,000.
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The town is situated by the end of the rivulet Vanån (Van River), the main tributary of the Västerdal River.
The first time Vansbro was mentioned in writing was by Carl von Linné during early 18th century. The place have also been mentioned in different texts from the same era under the name - Wahnbro or Wansbro. The name is believed to stem from a bridge built across the Vanå river.
Vansbros early industrial history was closely connected to timber and logging. Soon after the railway was built the first sawmill Danielssågen started. The years following many sawmills were built: Dalasågen 1892, at that time the largest sawmill in Sweden. Brosågen 1893.
Famous people from VansbroEdit
Vansbro is also known to be the home town of famous cross-country skier Gunde Svan, the band Svenne Rubins, the singer/songwriter Malin Jonsson, the progressive rock band Introitus, the progressive death metal-band In Mourning, the pop-singer Björn Skifs.
- "Tätorternas landareal, folkmängd och invånare per km2 2005 och 2010" (in Swedish). Statistics Sweden. 14 December 2011. Archived from the original on 27 January 2012. Retrieved 10 January 2012.
- Jöran Sahlgren; Gösta Bergman (1979). Svenska ortnamn med uttalsuppgifter (in Swedish). p. 27.
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13 Apr A Burning Question: How Strong is Strong Enough?
This is a burning question I’ve thought a lot about.
Actually, I’ve been obsessed with this question.
Obviously, I’m a big believer in the power of physical strength to optimize our performance and help us achieve the specific goals we want.
There’s no question in my mind about the benefits of strength, but how strong do we need to become?
One simple reason we need strength is because we lose strength and muscle mass after the age of 25 or so.
My personal belief is that we need to do everything we can to prevent this from happening, otherwise our health and functional performance will deteriorate over time.
Here’s a name for you.
Jack understood the concept to stay strong, muscular, mobile, and healthy for as long as humanely possible, until he passed at the age of 96.
Strength isn’t the only physical quality we need, though.
There are many other important qualities such as:
- endurance and conditioning
- flexibility and mobility
- cardiovascular health
- movement skills (coordination, balance, motor control)
But, here’s the thing.
Strength training helps all of these physical attributes, at some level.
Strength is the foundational component.
Then we get back to the question, how strong is strong enough?
Well, it depends.
First, It depends on goals.
It also depends on understanding the benefits of strength and how far you want to take it.
After giving this serious thought, here’s my answer to this question.
We are all essentially in 1 of 3 levels of strength.
These are the 3 “big buckets” or categories, as I see it.
There is some “overlap” between the levels, but basically there are 3 major areas of strength.
The 3 levels are Foundational Strength, Aggressive Strength, and Super Strength.
Let me explain.
Understand while there could be some overlap, there will be one level that’s dominant.
And, we can move up or down levels, in accordance to our current training goals.
That would be dependent on periodized training plans (on season/off season programming, for example)
Here are the 3 levels.
LEVEL 1: FOUNDATIONAL STRENGTH.
Foundational strength is the minimum level everyone should all strive for.
It’s general strength training.
Some may have no desire to go beyond this level.
The majority of people who engage in regular exercise training are found here.
It’s the basic strength we get from resistance training.
It’s “foundational” and has no age limits or restrictions.
This is the strength we gain, as opposed to not exercising at all, where strength would progressively decline.
It’s at this level that the individual many not desire “serious” strength training, they just want to get fit, look good, and feel good.
A person here is not training to be superhuman, but they know they need some form of strength training in their fitness equation.
In other words, they seek to get stronger because it’s part of the program, but not in an overly aggressive way.
Here are some examples of those that are found in this level:
- Recreational exercisers
- Endurance athletes
- Certain athletes, not needing high levels of strength
- Generalists (does a lot of different things to be “generally” fit)
- Most Fat Loss programming
- CrossFitters (*Depending on programming)
- Bodybuilders (*Depending on programming)
- And, many broad based strength and conditioning programs
People at this level may do the typical “3 sets of 10” of an exercise at a “medium” weight.
They go to the gym a few times a week, engage in strength training, and they feel better.
Strength training helps them achieve the “general” goals.
Preventing weakness and de-conditioning are huge benefits of this level of foundational strength.
Other benefits are general improvement in performance, looking better, and feeling better.
Not bad by any means.
But, as I said, it’s the minimum threshold we should strive for.
It’s a generalized approach and a traditional approach to strength.
But, getting seriously strong and heavy duty training isn’t part of this level.
That’s the difference.
Again, people here are maintaining or improving strength, they’re not losing it.
Foundational strength is a baseline and a foundation.
It contributes to the big picture for the individual’s goals.
That leads us to the next level.
LEVEL 2: AGGRESSIVE STRENGTH.
This is where they take strength training much more seriously.
The level of specialization in the areas of strength become more dominant.
No longer are they “generalists” at this level because they begin to focus more on the strength qualities.
This is the “next level” of strength and performance.
Numbers are more objective and specific.
In simple terms, people here are training more aggressively for the purpose of getting stronger.
They want to be stronger and better understand the value of strength.
In today’s world, I believe there are more fitness enthusiasts moving towards this level, as people are understanding the importance of getting stronger (and if you’re reading this, you’re probably one of them).
Aggressive strength may be training with barbells, heavy kettlebells, advanced bodyweight and gymnastics type movements, and even “hardcore” bodybuilding types of programming.
Explosive strength, strength endurance, speed strength are some examples of strength here.
Athletes here are working on power, speed, and skill development.
Some specific examples here are:
- Contact sports athletes
- Competitive CrossFit Athletes
- People with specific strength goals
- “Off Season” Weightlifting and Powerlifting
- Certain Bodybuilding Programs
- Training for advanced fitness certifications (SFG/SFL for example)
- Track and Field athletes (season dependent)
- Other athletes requiring higher levels of strength/power
It’s training with rep schemes of 3-5 reps with heavy weights, focusing on the skill of strength.
Skills are developed, performance increases, and more specific programming progressions evolve.
People here are pushing and testing their limits.
Consistency, hard training, program planning, periodization, and progressive overload are some of the principles involved at this level.
The athlete may be training for an athletic event, higher level certification, or simply to attain a specific objective goal or set of goals.
There is a greater drive, desire, and motivation at this level to become stronger, beyond foundational strength.
Finally, there is…
LEVEL 3: SUPER STRENGTH.
This is a level where peak strength and performance is desired or attained.
This is a level where the individual intentionally seeks maximum performance and the highest levels of strength.
Remember, there are many different qualities of strength.
Qualities of strength include:
- Limit or maximum strength
- Strength endurance
- Speed strength
- Strength speed
- Explosive strength
Professional strength athletes, amateur strength athletes, and anyone competing in strength or power related events will be at this level because they are training specifically to reach their strength performance potential.
You don’t necessarily have to be a competitor to be at this level.
However, most will seek to achieve the level of ‘super strength’ because they either want to compete or want to accomplish a clearly defined objective performance goal.
Super Strength is training at a very high level to move as close as possible toward the individual’s potential strength level.
In other words, it’s training exclusively to be as strong and/or explosive as you can, plain and simple.
Examples at this level could include:
- Explosive strength (Olympic weightlifting)
- Maximum strength (powerlifting or strong man)
- Speed, acceleration, explosiveness (football)
- Speed strength and explosiveness (track and field, season dependent)
- Other strength/power specific sports and athletics
Agin, this is the highest level of specialized strength training to achieve the highest level of a specific performance.
The Bottom Line?
Now that you know the 3 levels of strength, how does this help you?
This goes back to the opening question, how strong is strong enough?
If you engage in strength training, you should be able to answer this question.
It’s important to understand where you are now and where you want to be.
Because my goal is to help more people get better results, it’s important to understand the levels of strength and know how strong is strong enough.
Personally, I lived in “foundational strength” for many years, just plugging along.
I also stayed in the “plateau” until I better understood the value of taking my strength and performance to a higher level.
Again, people will benefit from all levels.
But, we need to understand where we are and what we’re trying to achieve, that’s what is important.
As you and I experience our own personal journeys, we’ll be able to answer the question, “how strong is strong enough?”
It’s simple and useful to understand these 3 levels.
LEVEL ONE: FOUNDATIONAL STRENGTH (General strength training)
LEVEL TWO: AGGRESSIVE STRENGTH (More aggressive focus on strength training)
LEVEL THREE: SUPER STRENGTH (The highest level of emphasis on the qualities of strength)
What level is most appropriate for you right now?
It goes back to being clear on your current primary training purpose.
I need to mention this again, as it’s an important point.
It is very likely for you to transition up or down between the levels, depending on the current goals and training cycles.
For example, I recently went from a level 3 (competition) to a level 1, based on a shift in my training goals.
Soon, I’ll transition back to level 2, then level 3 again.
How strong is strong enough?
It all depends on the current goals.
Understanding this should help with short term and long term planning.
Thanks for reading and I hope it was helpful for you to be able to understand and answer this important question.
Scott Iardella writes about strength training methods to optimize health and performance. If you enjoyed this article, join his list by subscribing below.
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One of the most common problems of the aviation industry is flight delays . In the US about one third of the delays are caused by airline internal problems and cause large costs for society. Research recommends solving the delay problem by adding capacity . However not all airports have the budget or space available to make this a reality. Another idea regarding the organization of the airport is presented by comparing European airports with those from the US. The solution would require a more extensive hub-spoke system and slot coordination, something which might not be politically feasible .
This paper focuses on a solution in communication to make common rules in aviation more efficient and help prevent flight delays. In the aviation industry airports need to inform one another about the load of passengers and cargo on flights. This communication takes place through IATA Type B messages, which are read by automatic functioning parsers . However, a large amount of these IATA Type B messages are not written according to the standard format. Hence causing problems for the current automatic parsers and giving rise to the need for a new solution. The cause for this problem is that IATA Type B requires a strong understanding of its code language or interpretation according to the standard format. Since there are no other apparent solutions, this paper explores machine learning models as possible solutions to make automatic processing a reality.
Within the aviation industry the airport of destination must be informed by the airport of departure, about the cargo of the arriving plane through LDM messages. These LDM messages are communicated through the Sitatex software by the IATA Type B code language. One of the interviews with airport staff has found that most airports do not comply with the standard formatting of LDM messaging, which causes syntax errors for the automatic parsing function of Sitatex. All of the resulting errors have to be fixed manually by Sitatex users.
If some kind of automated processing function were able to interpret the various dialects and errors of LDM messages, the employees of airports who use Sitatex daily could save time and effort for other tasks. In order to create such a solution, a closer look at IATA Type B was taken as well as its context and current processing functions, data parsing and machine learning.
To understand the problem of IATA Type B messaging the type of problems that were found within the IATA Type B messaging system, Telex and Sitatex were explored.
From the five machine learning processes that were researched in relation to IATA Type B messaging systems the following can be concluded. KNN can be used for anomaly detection; this process could be useful because many anomalies emerge within the IATA Type B messaging. On account of the fact that there are a large number of parameters within IATA Type B messaging, KNN could be ineffective. The second machine learning system K-means can detect anomalies within IATA Type B messaging systems. This goes through recognizing anomalies within a data cluster. This will be difficult to achieve since anomalies of IATA Type B messaging systems are unpredictable, since new dialects are emerging all the time. Both KNN and K-means can recognise the common dialects in code language. The data of IATA Type B can be recognized by these models even when dealing with inconsistencies to make predictions about the kind of error that is occuring. The third machine learning system is conditional random fields. This can be effective in labeling inconsistent data. However, since the messaging systems do not have a solid grammar form through its inconsistencies CRF implementation would be difficult to be operational on the messaging system. The fourth machine learning system HMM will require a deep understanding of the LDM grammar. Every inconsistency within this grammar must be carefully selected beforehand which could result in a large model. As anomalies within grammar of the IATA Type B messaging systems are not persistent.
CRF and HMM which are association models have often been used for natural language processing (NLP) and part of speech tagging (POS tagging). Therefore association carries potential for automating part of the automated processing task out. Lastly the RFM could be useful in interpreting inconsistencies within IATA Type B messaging systems. This could result in an overview of error messages in a recognized format. The RFM can be used for regression and classification type problems. The extent in which the regression problem type can be applied to IATA Type B messages is limited to automatic calculations of the given values. However, this feat continues to be a challenge to accomplish due to the inconsistent indication of related parameters. RFM can also be used for classification type problems. Allowing it to relate non-compliant data with standard format parameters and values. This step is key for a bottom-up automated processing solution. In order to test this IATA Type B messaging systems could be organized by a proof of concept shown through Python. This concludes that 66,67% can be parsed. Despite the code being clear in its operation, problems continue to emerge with the anomalies. Overall the problem with the messaging system is that the input is complex. Without the implementation it is difficult to select a fitting automated processing method. As shown in the proof of concept with Python all automated processing models in this research are capable of parsing non-compliant IATA Type B messages in their own way. However the implementation has to be done in order to verify this.
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- Santos, G., & Robin, M. (2010). Determinants of delays at European airports. Transportation Research Part B: Methodological, 44(3), 392–403. https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/10689/1/Santos%20and%20Robin%202010%20(3).pdf
- Ball, M., Barnhart, C., Dresner, M., Hansen, M., Neels, K., Odoni, A., Peterson, E., Sherry, L., Trani, A., & Zou, B. (2010). Total Delay Impact Study. Amsterdam University Press.
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Ashford in north Kent has been a market town since the thirteenth century with a reputation for sourcing locally produced food and drink. Ashford Farmers’ Market is about to enter its second year and has already been placed in the top 10 farmers’ markets in Kent. Taking place on the first Sunday of every month 10am to 2pm in the lower High Street, the Ashford Farmers’ Market features street food, chef demonstrations and varying seasonal themes depending on the time of year. Shoppers can stop for coffee, breakfast, lunch or cakes from one of the numerous street-food stalls, pick up some tasty locally sourced food and drink including bread, beer, cheese, chutneys, fish, fruit, game, olives, vegetables and wine, and check out the talented chefs creating delicious dishes using ingredients sourced from the market.
Ashford is also a major communication centre following the opening of its international passenger station linking it to London and the Channel Tunnel. The town, which lies on the River Great Stour on the south edge of the North Downs about 60 miles south-east of London, gets its name from the Old English aescet: a ford near a clump of ash trees.
A heritage trail takes you on a journey through narrow alleyways known as Middle Row with medieval, Jacobean and Georgian houses, past the old town jail and a First World War tank, before winding past the historic churchyard and the local history museum, built in 1635 and originally the site of Ashford’s first grammar school.
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Ruins of Old Lutheran Church, Built 1764, Used as Barracks During Revolutionary War, Winchester, Va.
Land given by Thomas Lord Fairfax, this old Lutheran Church was used as barracks during the Revolutionary War. Published by the Williamsport Paper Co. See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system--Non-WV.)
The Eccles Mine Disaster was an explosion of coal-seam methane in Raleigh County, W. Va. The explosion was caused when a miner blasted a hole through a barrier of coal in order to shorten the distance between working areas. This however cut off ventilation into the mine, allowing methane to accumulate within. An open flame light was the cause of the ignition of methane which killed over 180 people between mines number 5 and 6. (From postcard collection legacy system.)
2,500 feet elevation. Caption on back of postcard reads: "A new hotel at Mercer Healing Springs, 2.5 miles from the town of Athens and 4 miles from the city of Princeton, on Virginia Railroad." See original for correspondence. Published by The Valentine Souvenir Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)
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With “healthy eating” changing as quickly as fashion trends these days, how are we supposed to eat well? And more importantly what does eating well really mean? Low Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free, Low FODMAP, Vegan, Low Histamine, Mediterranean, No nightshades, Raw, South Beach, Weight Watchers, ugh. Honestly, there is so much to wade through it can feel overwhelming.
Here is what (I think) we can all agree on:
- Eat your vegetables! They are filled with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, they take up volume in your belly to keep you feeling full. For clients who are looking to improve nutrition, I ask clients to come up with ways to add one more serving of vegetables into their day. In a perfect world, 50-75% of our plates for each meal would be vegetables.
- I’ve heard from people that they don’t like the taste of water, which may be true. Over the course of many houses, I know the tap water varies from place to place. We invested in a water filter about eight years ago and we haven’t looked back. Removing chlorine and other impurities will make a huge difference in the taste of your water. Most experts recommend drinking half your body weight in ounces per day. For example, a 200-pound person should aim to drink 100 ounces of water, but in all honesty, if you can drink more water then you are right now, that’s a win! If you are still struggling feel free to flavor your water up naturally with lemon, lime, mint. I have also found that bringing a water bottle (like this or this over the top yet beautiful one) with me helps get in some extra H2O.
How does X food make you feel?
- When trying to decide how something makes you feel, you need to not have it. So if you are wondering how gluten or dairy makes you feel, get off that food for a week or two then have some. If you feel sluggish or gross then you may have your answer. For me, I’ve been noticing that sugar has not been sitting well with me. While you can test food testing done (even from the comfort of home) elimination of foods is a very cost-effective way (FREE) to do some self-evaluation. And you don’t know unless you try.
So in conclusion, the basics of eating better include eating vegetables, drinking water, and being mindful of how certain foods make you feel. Keep it simple. If you are struggling with how to make real sustainable changes to your health and wellbeing, drop on over to see if Integrative Health Coaching is right for you.
BONUS: Additional before reduction
- Bonus Thought: How does adding in more sound? Many people think eating healthy is all about reducing or eliminating x food to be healthy but what would it feel like to add in food first. For example, what does it feel like to add in one additional serving of vegetables to a smoothie? Spinach is flavorless in a smoothie but you still get the benefits. So think about ways you can add in more nutrient-dense food before thinking about ways to remove other foods.
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It’s not uncommon to feel soreness in your neck after spending the entire day hunched over your laptop. But if your neck pain is affecting your ability to work or keeping you from your day-to-day activities, then board-certified chiropractor Judd Weinberg, DC, at Active Life & Health Center in Sandy Springs/Dunwoody, Georgia, may be able to help. He uses well-founded scientific methods to provide relief and improve quality of life and health. For a consultation, call the office or book an appointment online today.
Discomfort in your back is common. The pain you experience may be a dull, annoying ache or a sharp, debilitating pain that makes it difficult to manage your day-to-day activities.
For many, the back pain they experience is acute and resolves within a few days to a few weeks. However, for some people, their acute back pain turns into chronic back pain, which means they’ve been experiencing discomfort for three or more months. In addition to affecting physical health, chronic back pain can also impact emotional and mental health.
Whether your pain is acute or chronic, dull or sharp, Dr. Weinberg can develop a treatment plan that provides relief and improves your quality of life.
Back pain can develop from a range of causes. In most cases, the pain develops due to an acute or chronic condition that affects your back’s musculoskeletal components, which include your bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, or cartilage.
Common musculoskeletal causes of back pain include:
Your pain may result from an acute injury, such as a sports injury or auto accident, or from a degenerative condition that develops as you get older.
Although not as common, you can also develop back pain from an infection or certain types of cancer, such as bone cancer.
Dr. Weinberg takes a conservative approach to the management of back pain. His techniques are based on well-researched scientific methods aimed at improving the health and function of your musculoskeletal system.
Dr. Weinberg custom designs a treatment plan based on the underlying cause of your back pain and your overall health. Your treatment plan may include:
Dr. Weinberg is also board certified in physical therapy modalities and may, based on your needs, add treatments to your plan, such as ultrasound, traction, or electrotherapy. He may also create an active rehabilitation program for you to improve back strength and support to reduce your pain and prevent a recurrence of your discomfort.
Back pain can affect all aspects of your life. Dr. Weinberg works hard at helping you get the relief you seek by creating a targeted plan that not only relieves your pain, but also aims to improve your overall health for a better quality of life.
To schedule a consultation, call Active Life & Health Center or request an appointment online today.
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PETALING JAYA: Malaysian sports have witnessed remarkable wins in various fields. But not all athletes receive the incentives or recognition they deserve, although they all commit to the same amount of discipline, commitment and hard work required to reach the top of their game.
While Olympics and Paralympics gold medalists receive a RM1 million reward, athletes who win medals at the Deaflympics, that is sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee, get nothing. They do not even get the same amount of funding to pursue excellence in their sport.
Malaysia Deaf Sports Association (MSDEAF) advisor and former badminton star Jason Wong expressed dismay over the apathy in recognizing the achievements of deaf athletes at international championships, including the recent Deaflympics in Brazil.
Wong said Women’s Doubles badminton players Boon Wei Ying and Tung Foo Zu, who kept their word to return with a gold medal from the Deaflympics in Brazil, deserve to be celebrated like national heroes. However, the duo did not receive any reward.
“It is sad to see that our Deaflympics gold medalists did not get any reward while the Olympics and Paralympics podium incentive (programme) promises a RM1 million reward to a gold medalist.
“These talented players need to be better acknowledged and appreciated as their achievements serve to encourage other hearing-impaired individuals to take up sports.”
Wong said it was not easy for them to reach such a professional level as the effort put in differs vastly from able-bodied athletes due to communication barriers, which require longer training hours.
Many people think that hearing-impaired athletes are normal athletes, apart from their inability to hear or speak. But in truth, people do not realize the tremendous effort they have to put in to overcome difficulties during training, such as in coordination and reflexes, among others.
“(The Malaysian Sports Council) provided some assistance, but the funds were insufficient for the whole contingent. So, MSDEAF depended on its president Ong Shin Ruenn, who arranged external sponsors for tournaments and training expenditures,” he said.
Boon, who was saddened by the lack of attention on their victory, said national recognition would be a boost for deaf athletes to perform better in future tournaments.
However, she promised to continue giving her best in the upcoming Asia Pacific Deaf Games in Pattaya, Thailand next month.
“It’s sad to realize that deaf athletes are not equally recognized. But we hope the government will support us in upcoming tournaments.
“My partner Zu Foo and I are again gunning for gold in the Asia Pacific Deaf Games. We are proud to keep the Malaysian flag flying high,” she said.
Meanwhile, former world no. 2 shuttler Ong Ewe Hock said neglecting Deaflympics gold medalists was unfair, since the category falls under the Olympics.
He urged the government to treat all Deaflympics athletes equal to their Olympic and Paralympic comrades.
“The name ‘Deaflympics’ itself shows that it is part of the Olympics. As long as it falls under the Olympics, the country should recognize and give importance to these deaf athletes as we do to Olympics and Paralympics competitors. If the country can recognize the Paralympics, then it should also recognize the Deaflympics,” said Ong.
“Their victories should be celebrated more because they are not able-bodied like others who participate in (other) categories of sports. They have greater difficulties in picking up instructions during coaching and implementing them in a tournament.”
He also suggested the Malaysian Badminton Association (BAM) pay attention to these promising deaf players, who have been giving their best to the country.
“BAM, which is the mother of Malaysian badminton, should recognize the Deaflympics category and give such players equal importance not only because they are deaf but also because they are among the national squad athletes who made Malaysia proud,” he added.
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Broaden your selection: Category/Documentation-tool
- will offer search and tools to reduce your data, keep it clean, fast and easy. in alpha development stage.
- AUCTeX is an integrated environment for producing TeX documents in Emacs. It allows many different standard TeX macros to be inserted with simple keystrokes or menu selection. It offers an interface to external programs, enabling you to compile or view your documents from within Emacs. AUCTeX also features the ability to place inline previews of complex TeX statements such as mathematical formulae. AUCTeX provides by far the most wide-spread and sophisticated environment for editing LaTeX, TeX, ConTeXt and Texinfo documents with Emacs or XEmacs. Combined with packages like RefTeX, Flyspell and others it is pretty much without peer as a comprehensive authoring solution for a large variety of operating system platforms and TeX distributions.
- 'bib2xhtml' is a program that converts BibTeX files into HTML (specifically, XHTML 1.0). The conversion is mostly done by specialized BibTeX style files, derived from a converted bibliography style template. This ensures that the original BibTeX styles are faithfully reproduced. Some post-processing is performed by Perl code. This is an update of the bib2html program written by David Hull in 1996 and maintained by him until 1998.
- BibTeXConv is a BibTeX file converter which allows to export BibTeX entries to other formats, including customly defined text output. Furthermore, it provides the possibility to check URLs (including MD5, size and MIME type computations) and to verify ISBN and ISSN numbers.
- ChkTeX checks for various syntactic, semantic and typographical errors in LaTeX documents, and helps the writer stay focused on the content rather than presentation or syntax of commands.
- Multiplatform raster graphical editor enabling simultaneous drawing between users. Project including several sub projects as server, painting framework, network library, desktop application and protocol design and documentation.
- 'cpp2latex' converts C++ into LaTeX either for including into existing LaTeX documents or as standalone documents. The current version (2.0) supports syntax highlighting.
- 'csv2latex' is a file format converter that converts a well formed CSV file (like the ones exported from OpenOffice.org) to the LaTeX document format.
- 'dhex' is an ncurses-based hex-editor with a diff mode. It makes heavy use of colors, but is also themeable to work on monochrome monitors. It includes the Action Cartridge Search Algorithm to find specific changes.
- Docutils is a text processing system for processing plaintext documentation into useful formats, such as HTML or LaTeX. It includes reStructuredText, the easy to read, easy to use, what-you-see-is-what-you-get plaintext markup language.
Permission is granted to copy, distribute and/or modify this document under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License, Version 1.3 or any later version published by the Free Software Foundation; with no Invariant Sections, no Front-Cover Texts, and no Back-Cover Texts. A copy of the license is included in the page “GNU Free Documentation License”.
The copyright and license notices on this page only apply to the text on this page. Any software or copyright-licenses or other similar notices described in this text has its own copyright notice and license, which can usually be found in the distribution or license text itself.
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PONTIAC, Mich. (AP) – A two-year effort in suburban Detroit involving Lawrence Technological University is working to design better homes for those served by Habitat for Humanity.
During the first semester, graduate architecture students conducted research into the needs of those who get housing through Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County. During the second semester, they’ll be designing structures. A home eventually will be built for an Oakland County family.READ MORE: Science of Weather: Sea Life Michigan Turtles
Department of Architecture Chairman Scott G. Shall, an associate professor in the Southfield-based school’s College of Architecture and Design, is directing the collaboration. It began last fall of as a way to encourage architecture students to build viable communities.READ MORE: Motown Museum Set To Reopen This Weekend With Expansion Project Near Completion
Shall’s nonprofit, the International Design Clinic, and the university’s makeLab fabrication workshop are also partners in the effort.
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What is a Levy?
A levy is the legal seizure of property to satisfy an outstanding debt. In the U.S., the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has the authority to levy an individual’s property, such as a car, boat, house. Property belonging to the individual that is held by someone else, including wages, retirement accounts, dividends, bank accounts, licenses, rental income, accounts receivables, commissions or the cash loan value of a life insurance policy can also be levied.
The Internal Revenue Code (IRC) authorizes levies to collect delinquent tax. However, certain procedures must be followed and requirements met before enforcing a levy. In the U.S., for example, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must first assess the tax and send a Notice and Demand for Payment (a tax bill) to an individual owing federal taxes. If the individual still neglects or refuses to pay the tax, the IRS will send a Final Notice of Intent to Levy and Notice of Your Right to a Hearing (levy notice). This is typically sent at least 30 days prior to the levy and can be given in person, dropped at the tax debtor’s home or place of business, or mailed to the individual’s last known address.
As a measure of last resort, the taxing authority may impose a federal tax lien to inform other creditors of the taxing authorities legal right to a taxpayers assets and property. A tax lien goes up on the debtors credit report and remains there for 10 years. If the taxes remain unpaid, the tax authority can use a tax levy to legally seize the taxpayer’s assets (such as bank accounts, investment accounts, automobiles, and real property) to collect the money it is owed. The IRS is also authorized to garnish the taxpayer’s wages until the debt is paid off
A state tax levy applies to unpaid state taxes. Note that the IRS can also levy a debtor’s state tax refund, in which case, s/he may receive a Notice of Levy on Your State Tax Refund, Notice of Your Right to Hearing after the levy.
In some cases, the IRS can seize the taxpayer’s property without notice. This could occur if the taxing authority believes that the debtor is a flight risk or that s/he is dissipating assets by moving them outside the country or transferring them to other persons. For federal contractors, the IRS does not need to provide any notification of the levy until after the tax levy is applied.
A levy differs from a lien because a levy takes the property to satisfy the tax debt, whereas a lien is a claim used as security for the tax debt. In other words, while a lien secures the government’s interest or claim in an individual’s or business property when the tax debt remains unpaid, a levy actually permits the government to seize and sell the property to pay the tax debt.
A creditor that obtains a court judgment against a debtor may be able to have the court issue a bank levy. The bank levy freezes the bank account(s) of the debtor until all the outstanding debt is repaid in full. If the levy is not lifted, the creditor can take the money from the bank account and apply it to the total debt owed. A bank levy is not a one-time event. A creditor can request a bank levy as many times as needed until the debt has been satisfied. In addition, most banks charge a fee to their customers for processing a levy on their account.
A bank levy can occur due to either unpaid taxes or unpaid debt. Some types of accounts, such as Social Security Income, Supplemental Security Income, Veterans Benefits, and child support payments, generally cannot be levied. However, a debtor who owes money to the federal government would not have as much protection as he would if he owed a private creditor.
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The USS Arizona is the final resting place for many of the ship's 1,177 crewmen who lost their lives on December 7, 1941. The 184-foot-long Memorial structure spans the mid-portion of the sunken battleship and consists of three main sections: the entry room; the assembly room, a central area designed for ceremonies and general observation; and the shrine room, where the names of those killed on the Arizona are engraved on the marble wall.
The USS Arizona Memorial grew out of wartime desire to establish some sort of memorial at Pearl Harbor to honor those who died in the attack. Suggestions for such a memorial began in 1943, but it wasn't until 1949, when the Territory of Hawaii established the Pacific War Memorial Commission, that the first real steps were taken to bring it about.
Initial recognition came in 1950 when Admiral Arthur Radford, Commander in Chief, Pacific (CINCPAC), ordered that a flagpole be erected over the sunken battleship. On the ninth anniversary of the attack, a commemorative plaque was placed at the base of the flagpole.
President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who helped achieve Allied victory in Europe during World War II, approved the creation of the Memorial in 1958. Its construction was completed in 1961 with public funds appropriated by Congress and private donations. The Memorial was dedicated in 1962.
According to its architect, Alfred Preis, the design of the Memorial, "Wherein the structure sags in the center but stands strong and vigorous at the ends, expresses initial defeat and ultimate victory....The overall effect is one of serenity. Overtones of sadness have been omitted to permit the individual to contemplate his own personal responses...his innermost feelings."
Contrary to popular belief, the USS Arizona is no longer in commission. As a special tribute to the ship and her lost crew, the United States flag flies from the flagpole, which is attached to the severed mainmast of the sunken battleship. The USS Arizona Memorial has come to commemorate all military personnel killed in the Pearl Harbor attack.
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5 Ways a Finance Degree Can Ensure Money Management Skills in You
While our education system places great focus on doing well in academic areas, it pays little or no attention to teaching students some of the most useful skills required to function in a particular niche. Students head out of college with a degree in hands, without having the basic knowledge of financial literacy. They often lack decision-making, interpersonal or time management skills which leads them into a critical position when addressing money management.
According to a recent study, 44% of the college graduates surveyed, had no knowledge of how to create a budget and 21% said they are ‘barely’ managing their personal finances.
With the current economic situation, where the majority of people are in some kind of financial trouble, it is essential for every individual to know how to manage their finances. This is where a finance degree comes in handy as it instils the basic financial concepts in you, making you a lot more financially literate than other grads.
Below we have listed 5 ways through which a degree in finance can help develop your money management skills.
Learn About the Basics of Finance
Many students do not have personal bank accounts. They either receive money from parents or have joint accounts where an adult is responsible for dealing with bank issues such as reviewing the bank statements. As a result, many students would be lost if told to operate and manage an account by themselves. A finance degree teaches you how the financial system works.
You learn about the banking system and how it works – how to maintain an account, how to withdraw money from it, the different taxes and charges levied on accounts. Most importantly, you learn how to read and reconcile a bank statement like an expert, which is a very useful skill in the corporate world because, at any point in time, your boss may ask for your expertise in proofreading the bank statement.
Balancing Income and Expenditure
A finance degree teaches you how a business manages its finances – how they calculate their income and expenses for the period to gauge their financial performance. Based on this information, decision-making is done. For instance, if your business experiences a cash shortage, you can achieve your short-term financial goals by borrowing loans.
This decision is based on the financial statements of the firm—a paradigm shift in strategy is required. This teaches students the general rules that can be applied to managing money on a personal level. Every individual should access their income and expenses from time to time and evaluate whether they will be able to meet personal goals with the available funds.
Importance of Credit Management
A degree in finance teaches you about the different financial instruments available in the market such as debit cards, credit cards and loans and the terms and conditions applied with each of these tools. You get to know how credit works and the options available to attain funds. For instance, if you’re planning to buy a car or set up a business venture, you’ll need to raise capital for any such activity. With a degree in finance, you’ll be able to choose the right funding option, based on your credit history, so that payback is easier.
This knowledge is particularly important for a student just getting out of college because the financial decisions you make today can have a lasting impact on your future. According to a study, most students today hold credit cards and while the majority of college seniors had a credit card balance under $1000, 20% had a balance of over $7000. This shows why credit management is essential even for students still in college.
Protip! Find out more on credit management here:
Learn Various Aspects of Budgeting
Simply put, a budget is a plan for the future — how to utilize the money you have. Budgeting tends to get a bit complicated when you become ‘independent’ and realize that your needs will no longer be looked after by somebody else. The reason why many young adults are in poor financial conditions today is that they cannot understand the difference between their financial needs and wants.
If you spend too much on things you want, you will not have enough left for the things you need. A degree in finance will help you set up an effective budget allowing you to achieve your financial goals. It will also help you in the later stages of your life when you will need to account for retirement savings, mortgages etc. It basically encourages you to think about the future early on; saving you from financial troubles later on in life.
Know About Savings and Investments
A degree in finance teaches you about the importance of savings to fall back on. A lot of college graduates do not consider savings a priority—they have nothing at hand for unforeseen circumstances. Setting aside a portion of your earning every month is crucial if you want to become financially stable in the later years of life.
Investing is another area that takes a backseat when you don’t have knowledge of the possible options available and how you can use your savings to generate maximum returns. A finance degree teaches you the basics so that you can make sound financial decisions with greater confidence, allowing you to make the most of the funds you have.
The Bottom Line
At the end of the day, if you want to educate yourself on money management and handling finances, it is you who has to find the means to do so. With some valuable money management resources for high schoolers out there to benefit from, you can surely improve your financial literacy before you step into the corporate world. -
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Mimicking physiological insulin delivery
Alternative routes of insulin administration are an attractive and important area of study. Efficient injection-free insulin administration could have considerable pharmacological advantages as insulin absorption via the mouth, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract or peritoneum is faster than via the subcutaneous depot. It is hoped that this fast absorption will mimic the first-phase insulin secretion seen in healthy people after a glucose challenge.
Furthermore, oral or intraperitoneal administration has a stronger and more physiological insulin effect on the liver than on the periphery. A faster-acting profile combined with less pronounced peripheral insulinemia should also reduce the risk of hypoglycemia and result in less weight gain.
Challenges and clinical trials
Despite the convenience to diabetes patients and the pharmacological advantages of alternate routes of insulin administration, only insulin absorbed via the lung or intraperitoneum has been commercialized. The main challenges to overcome are low absorption, which necessitates high dosages, and variable absorption, which means that the glucose level may reduce by a greater or lesser degree than desired, resulting in a higher risk of hypo- or hyperglycemia.
In insulin clinical trials with oral, inhaled and intradermal delivery, Profil investigates the critical parameters and variables for early-phase development such as bioavailability, biopotency, inter- and intravariability, timing of dosing and the potential food effect.
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Coronavirus deprivations offer moments of grace
March 18, 2020
By ARCHBISHOP GEORGE J. LUCAS
Recent directives from public health and government officials lead us to believe that our normal activities and interactions will be curtailed for a number of weeks. Sadly, it will not be possible for us to gather for Sunday Mass and the sacraments in our parishes in the usual way. This interruption in parish life comes during the holiest time of the year for Christians.
It seems unnatural that we should deliberately separate ourselves from other parishioners, and that tells us something important about ourselves. The mission of the church is “communion,” to bring together in the risen Jesus all that has been fragmented by sin.
The effect of sin has been separation – from God, among ourselves and even within our own minds and wills. The proclamation of the Gospel announces the new reality that because of the death and resurrection of Jesus, we are not doomed to live and die in our sins. We are immersed in the power of this mystery (the Paschal Mystery) in the Eucharistic liturgy. In Holy Communion we have a foretaste of the reconciliation and communion that will be complete in heaven.
While this seems to be a moment of spiritual deprivation unlike anything we have yet experienced, it is also a powerful moment of grace. There is a basic profession of our faith that is heard often at Easter and is true always: Jesus Christ is Lord. Jesus is Lord at this challenging time, just as surely as he is in prosperous and peaceful times. We are in his hands. He counts us as his disciples and friends. He has something that he wishes to give us these days; he has something to ask of us.
Our parishes will be working in different and creative ways in the coming weeks to assist you in responding to the invitation of the risen Lord to both receive and share spiritual benefits. Parish churches will remain open for private prayer and adoration. Arrangements will be made for individual confession and anointing of the sick. Resources will be provided to celebrate Holy Week and Easter, if necessary, with families at home. Small groups already meeting for Bible study, faith sharing and prayer are more important now than ever. Daily family prayer, including the rosary and Bible readings, are recommended for all.
Some priests and parishes already have a lively online presence, helpful for keeping in touch with parishioners. The Mass for Shut-ins can be viewed on Sunday mornings on WOWT-TV; daily Mass can be found on EWTN. Spirit Catholic Radio in Nebraska remains a great source of inspiration and information. Catholic podcasts are readily available on a variety of topics from Discerning Hearts (discerninghearts.com.). A number of parishes will be live-streaming the Mass and other devotions. And, of course, the Catholic Voice, in print and online, will continue to knit us together as an archdiocesan church in the days ahead.
Finally, as we prepare to commemorate the supreme act of charity of Christ on the cross, we are called to extend ourselves in charity these days. This begins at home, where families are spending more time together. We can pray about and discuss what we want to offer each other in terms of patience and support. We can invite Jesus to be a welcome guest among us. In neighborhoods and parishes, the Lord asks us to notice the person who is alone, in need of human contact and support. The devil works against the uniting mission of Jesus, to isolate and to prey on our fears. The Lord asks us to reach out in his name, to strengthen the bonds of communion, even to the stranger who is also our neighbor.
A time of reduced activity is an opportunity for prayer, both to ask the Lord for what we need and to listen to what he is saying. Count on my daily prayers for all of you. I know you join me in asking God’s blessing for those suffering from the virus, for health care workers, and for all in Nebraska and across the nation who serve in government, education and public health and safety. God bless you.
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The triplet of furniture, divider paint and floorings are frequently viewed as the spirit of any room, to the degree of being the pointers separating between a dull looking room and a wonderful walled in area. Aside from being the enlivening help for flooring, these tiles are additionally laid on dividers, steps and surprisingly ledges. Truth be told, this standard as in the area is regularly the base measure of picking the sort of flooring. Floor tiles arrive in an assortment of plans, designs, shapes, tones, sizes and some are even accessible regarding topics and different angles. Like some other section, the kind of these floorings additionally relates to the spending plan. For that reason, a point by point outline of the sorts of floor tiles is referenced as beneath
Discussing the base materials in the floor tiles’ fragment, clay is a well known decision with an inclusion region obliging flooring and ledges. Ceramic gets approval for it is the most straightforward with regards to cleaning. In genuine, it is this nature of clay that makes it a typical event in bathrooms and kitchens. Fired tiles are produced for certain abrasives, as without these, the tiles would be very tricky.
Accessible in looked and un-looked variants, porcelain tiles figure out how to ingest water content beneath 0.5 %. These find utilization in entryway regions and surprisingly broad flooring.
These tiles accompany their very own unmistakable appeal and with a lot of more modest examples in such tiles, these take into account the portion of office dividers, planner dividers and surprisingly a few pieces of rooms.
- Glass Tiles
The fragment of glass tiles comprises of glass mixed in different arrangements to shape numerous different sorts of glass based tiles like stone tiles, glass based mosaic tiles and so on
- Normal Stone and Clay
One of the primary components to be mixed in the floor tiles’ portion, normal stone and earth based tiles find application in both inside and outside of a home or office.
When a tile type is made by the mix of marble, quartz, rock, glass chips and concrete folio, the completed item would be extreme, correct? Terrazzo Tegels Badkamer are excellent as well as give an intense rivalry to stone and earthenware tiles as far as sturdiness in office regions and locally established use.
Regularly named as modest porcelain tiles, vinyl tiles are utilized for flooring, for these look tasteful and are financially savvy also.
- Fashioner Floor Tiles
Aside from these one such sort is the fashioner tiles’ fragment which is a type of a fury now, with famous people embracing this tile style. Accessible as floor tiles, divider tiles and for steps, architect floor tiles are very much created and modified and regularly accompany the best of both the universes, feel and uses against slide, hostile to parasitic and so on Apart from the kinds of tiles, different angles holding ground while picking the most appropriate floor tiles are strength, tasteful perspectives, cost, usefulness and some other viable elements.
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Collection of automated resources to help find general United States government information on the Web.
Directory information for federal, state, municipal and county government personnel, including organization charts. Available in print, online and customized application.
Searchable database of the Congressional Record, as well as bills and laws in Congress. Also provides House and Senate votes, committee reports, and a selection of committee hearings transcripts.
The single source for federal government procurement opportunities that exceed $25,000.
U.S. Government's official hub for federal forms. Search government forms and applications by number, agency or keyword.
Links to websites of governmental institutions and political parties in United States of America.
A list of links about National and State legislatures.
Links to local governments around the world.
The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance is a government-wide compendium of Federal programs, projects, services, and activities which provide assistance or benefits to the American public.
Offers links to articles related to the makeup, content and mission of agencies, departments, and branches.
The Government Publications Library consists of millions of books, microfiche, microfilm, and computer databases covering the entire spectrum of government, history, politics, and practice.
A collection of federal government resources, including information on campaigns and elections, public policies, the legislative process, federal agencies, and statistics.
Official web portal of the US government. Contains comprehensive information on government resources, services and forms for citizens, businesses and government.
Thanks to DMOZ, which built a great web directory for nearly two decades and freely shared it with the web. About us
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Yandere Simulator is a free video game for PC users. Sony’s PlayStation 3 (PS3) is launched by Sony Computer Entertainment in 2006, a seventh generation video game console, followed by PlayStation 2. This game console provides functions like, online gaming, along with a high-definition optical disc format and Blu-ray Disc as storage medium. PS3 has upgraded and made gaming easier and interesting. Currently, ps3 two models of PS3 – 120 GB Slim and 250 GB Slim – are available. In the contrary, Microsoft’s Xbox 360 is launched by Microsoft in 2005, followed by Xbox. Functions like Xbox Live, online gaming, option of downloading games, TV shows, movies and game demos are offered. 39 million of Xbox 360 consoles were sold around the world. Xbox 360 is available in two configurations – ‘Arcade’ and ‘Elite’.
Enjoy a selection of generation-defining PS4 games, included with your PlayStation Plus membership at no extra cost6. Access the entire collection on your PS5 at launch. Classic games such as PacMan, Ms PacMan, Space Invaders, Pong and Frogger have all been remade using flash and are now available to play as free online games. Paul Neave, a talented flash developer is responsible for such flash reproductions. In conclusion, the Sony PS4 and gaming PC’s operating in two different areas of the marketplace. The technology used in PC graphics is state of the art, at the limits of current semiconductor technology. The form factor, upgradeability, power supplies and consumers demands for simply the best technology available allow this. That is why it is not possible to have a console that can outperform a PC.
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David Paige is Professor of Planetary Sciences at UCLA. He is Principal Investigator of the Diviner Lunar Radiometer Experiment, an instrument aboard NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission that is currently orbiting the Moon.
On June 9, UCLA faculty and students will join institutions across the country in voicing their support for continued funding of NASA's planetary science program through the National Planetary Science Bake Sale and Car Wash. If you aren’t able to make it to an event, be sure to make your voice heard by contacting your local representatives.
Latest Planetary Radio Appearances
Will humans live, work and thrive on Mars? What challenges must be met before we can become Martians? On July 20th, the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, Mat Kaplan welcomed an outstanding panel of experts for conversation in front of a Pasadena, California audience.
Planetary Radio returned to the Crawford Family Forum for live coverage of the LADEE launch on September 6th.
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The Pile Soil Analysis (PISA) testing programme has installed 28 scale-model monopiles ranging in size to test the current design methods for offshore monopiles.
The project's technical manager, Alastair Muir Wood, said initial results from the campaign show "traditional design methods in these soils are very conservative".
Testing was carried out at two onshore sites with different soil types, one site near Cowden, north-east England, with a stiff clay soil and one near Dunkirk, northern France, with a dense sand ground.
Dong said the two test sites replicated soil types found in the North Sea.
A 35% reduction in steel could be made as a result of the testing, using reduced metal thickness and narrower or shorter monopiles in these soil types. This would make monopile foundations cheaper.
Further data analysis is required and results are expected to be shared with the projects partners by January 2016.
Dong Energy's research and development project manager Jesper Skov Gretlund said: "If the thickness or length of the steel piles can be reduced by even a small fraction, the saving in cost is quite considerable since smaller construction vessels can be used and larger turbines constructed."
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Download the DWG file to use on this lesson.
In this lesson I'm going to show you the tools available in AutoCAD to select objects.
Try and use all the select options shown in the lesson. Which one do you find the easiest?
Each one is useful in different scenarios.
The Lasso tool is very helpful when it comes to complex site plans and wanted to select lots of objects that have objects around it (like trader blocks that you want to select but with heras fencing and water point symbols showing next to it that you don't want to select).
If AutoCAD isn't letting you select multiple objects it may be that your settings is set in a way that means you have to use Shift to select multiple objects.
It's whatever works best for you, but if you want to change that setting open OPTIONS and untick the 'Use Shift to add to selection' under the Selection tab.
This controls whether subsequent selections replace the current selection set or adds to it.
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A mortgage in Weld County, Colorado is a real estate lien placed on somebody's property in exchange for a loan, usually taken out for the purpose of buying the property in the first place. Most American homebuyers finance their purchase with a mortgage, since it would be nearly impossible for most people to pay the entire price up front.
In Weld County, Colorado buying anything, including a house, on credit will cost, in the long run, more than buying it outright, because lenders charge interest on their loans - this is how the business of lending is profitable.
How Can I Get A Mortgage in Weld County, Colorado?
The majority of Weld County mortgages are obtained from banks. When you apply for a mortgage, you should be prepared to present a credit report, documentation of your income, your employment history, and an accounting of your assets and debt. Most mortgages in Weld County, Colorado also require that you make a down payment amounting to some set percentage of the purchase price. Before you consider buying a house, you should have more than enough money saved up to cover this down payment, to ensure that paying it does not put a major dent in your finances.
It might take a few days, several months, or something in between for your mortgage to be approved, so you should plan ahead. There are different types of interest rates attached to mortgages in Weld County, Colorado. Fixed interest mortgages start with one interest rate, and will always have that same rate throughout the life of the loan. This makes the actual cost of repaying the mortgage fairly predictable.
Some mortgages have adjustable interest rates, allowing the bank to change the rate (usually to raise it) later on. These usually start with a lower interest rate than fixed-rate mortgages, but might eventually end up with much higher rates later in the life of the mortgage. These systems have their own advantages and disadvantages, and you should speak with a financial adviser to see which option is better for you.
How Can A Weld County, Colorado Mortgage Lawyer Help?
For many people, a home is the largest purchase they will make in their lifetime, and it entails a huge emotional and financial commitment. If you are at all unclear about the possible legal consequences, do not hesitate to contact a Weld County, Colorado Attorney. It should go without saying that this is not a decision to be made lightly.
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CLAMsCLAM is the newest cryptocurrency to hit the market, and it is becoming very popular. According to sources, CLAM has no manipulations, and it giving stability that other cryptocurriencies lack. Moreover, it was developed by sending CLAM tokens to 3.1 million unique addresses that were taken from Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Dodgecoin blockchains. At the end of this public offering, each address was given an average of 4.605 CLAM.
About CLAMAs a result of the sending out of CLAM tokens, a P2P CLAM network was formed. This network interconnects the computers that run it so that the network is independent and can ensure the verification of transfers and creation of CLAM. CLAM is a Proof of Stake cryptocurrency used to pay rewards to network’s active users. Moreover, the network automatically selects an unlocked client to process CLAM transactions, and rewards them with one CLAM. This network provides safety and security while prices become stabilized over time.
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Originally published on GI-ACE
For years, the benefits of transparency as a policy tool to increase accountability and counter corruption have been lauded. In public procurement, this has given rise to a global movement promoting procurement data transparency, a.k.a. open contracting. Many governments have committed to making public procurement data more transparent and open for public scrutiny. But what do these commitments look like in reality? Where is the pressure for and implementation of increased procurement transparency coming from and what are the obstacles and spoilers?
In four weeks of fieldwork, we set out to answer these and related questions for Uganda and Tanzania – two countries that have been publishing contracting data for years on online portals. Uganda also is working on adopting the Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) and is in the process of launching an e-procurement system, while Tanzania has already started to roll out a new e-procurement system.
In both countries, we conducted interviews with a range of stakeholders from relevant public institutions, civil society, academia, and the private sector, as well as international actors. While we are still in the process of analysing the data, here we highlight two contrasts between the countries: civil society and leadership.
Civil society drives progress
In both countries, the public procurement agencies–the Public Procurement Registry Authority (PPRA) in Tanzania and the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) in Uganda–are important drivers of public procurement transparency. The role of civil society organisations (CSOs), however, varies.
In Uganda, the process of translating procurement transparency commitments into open contracting data has been largely bottom-up, driven by CSOs (with financing by international donors such as the World Bank). The Africa Freedom of Information Centre (AFIC) is a major actor in pressuring government agencies into disclosing more information and works closely with PPDA. For example, AFIC has very much been involved in the technical implementation of the Open Contracting portal and the adoption of OCDS. AFIC also is host to the Uganda Contract Monitoring Coalition, a network of more than 40 organisations actively monitoring contract implementation across different sectors.
In Tanzania, the space for civil society to work on the specific topic of procurement transparency is smaller. Even though there are some initiatives–like the Wajibu Institute of Public Accountability, Haki Rasilimali, or the Natural Resource Governance Institute–CSOs generally appear to have been subdued in recent years and have very limited power to push for transparency. The Tanzania Contract Monitoring Coalition assumed this role during the previous administration but was dissolved in 2015 by the current government.
Differing leadership approaches
The two leaderships have quite different approaches to anti-corruption overall. In Uganda, the government claims to be generally receptive toward open government initiatives and has issued a lot of statements against corruption. That being said, many people lament a lack of real action and the systemic nature of corruption. Recent actions to counter corruption, such as the prosecution of large-scale embezzlement cases, are not seen as amounting to a major crackdown.
Tanzania, by contrast, pursued a harsh anti-corruption drive with numerous high-level court cases and the dismissal of numerous public officials. However, the leadership appears to have decoupled anti-corruption from transparency efforts as illustrated, for example, by its withdrawal from the Open Government Partnership in July 2017. Instead, authority over information has been centralised within the government. While some individual agencies are actively promoting transparency and the publication of tenders is ongoing, little attention is paid to ensuring that data are comprehensive. Whereas a new e-Procurement system has been launched and tested with 100 procuring entities, it remains a question of how public it will be. Currently, a login only available to registered suppliers is required to access details on contracts.
Overall then, developments with regards to anti-corruption and procurement transparency are diverging, reflecting different political ideologies in the two countries. In Uganda, anti-corruption action is comparatively weak but there are continuous moves toward procurement transparency supported by civil society. In Tanzania, there is a stronger government clamp down on corruption, but transparency is lessening overall, leaving less room for civil society involvement.
A lot remains to be done in both countries, but their different approaches require different strategies to maintain momentum toward improving procurement data transparency. Ultimately, the potential for data transparency to improve accountability will depend on commitment, not just to open data but also to pursue accompanying reforms that facilitate oversight and promote fair competition.
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An attorney general enters Israel’s collective memory based on a few specific and existential actions taken while in office.
What remains from the short stint of Aharon Barak are the investigation of senior Labor (Mapai) leaders and his determination to bring Yitzhak Rabin to justice over his wife’s dollar bank account. The affair forced Rabin to resign as prime minister and heralded the revolution of 1977 that brought Menachem Begin and the Likud to power.
For Yitzhak Zamir, it was his decision to open the criminal investigation against the leadership of the Shin Bet security service, after it was revealed that its director had ordered the killing of two terrorists captured alive in 1984’s Bus 300 affair and then tried to orchestrate a cover-up. The decision led to Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Shamir showing Zamir the door.
Menachem Mazuz will be remembered for the indictments he filed against a president and prime minister, both of whom were convicted and served time in prison.
The role of prosecutor general may take up only a small part of an attorney general’s time, but the way in which he carries out this function is what determines his image many years after they have left the scene.
In the case of Avichai Mendelblit, the decision to prosecute Benjamin Netanyahu will be his legacy. Very few people, if any, will remember the lenient plea bargains; his dubious relationship with Effi Naveh, who left sensitive recordings in his hands; the snail’s pace with which he made decisions on politicians who went wrong; and the conservatism of his relations with the ruling powers while in office. His decision on the three Netanyahu cases will overshadow all of it. The man who was chosen for the position six years ago, with Netanyahu’s support, today sees the former prime minister as the greatest danger to Israeli democracy since the state was established in 1948.
Only a few weeks after he took office, the recordings documenting the bribery deal between Netanyahu and the publisher of Yedioth Ahronoth, Arnon Mozes, landed on his desk. Then came the evidence of billionaire Arnon Milchan’s gravy train of extravagant gifts for the Netanyahu family. In the first few months of his term, a chill wind blew in Mendelblit’s direction due to suspicions that his previous role as cabinet secretary under Netanyahu was affecting his judgment. Some senior prosecutors worried about a conflict of interest. “If only the investigations and indictment had never been born,” Mendelblit said recently in a private meeting.
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Netanyahu, who gathered precise intelligence on the balance of forces inside the Justice Ministry, protected Mendelblit at the time like a valuable piece of jewelry. He believed that the attorney general would rescue him from the law and go into action against secondary targets – Police Commissioner Roni Alsheich and State Prosecutor Shai Nitzan.
But in early 2018, Mendelblit crossed the Rubicon. It happened after he heard the testimony of Ilan Yeshua, the former CEO of the Walla news website, and saw the traffic of poisonous text messages between Yeshua and Shaul Elovitch, who controlled Bezeq and Walla, as well as the regulatory help worth hundreds of millions of shekels that Netanyahu given Bezeq via Shlomo Filber, the director general of the Communications Ministry. For the first time, Mendelblit saw Netanyahu as corrupt.
The revolution in Mendelblit’s thinking led to Netanyahu’s crusade against him. The Rabin family never forgave Aharon Barak for the dollars affair. When the Bus 300 affair blew up in, anonymous phone callers threatened Zamir’s life, and a guard was posted at the entrance to the building where he lived. Tens of thousands demonstrated against Mazuz because of the plea deal he made with Moshe Katsav.
But none of Mendelblit’s predecessors ever fell victim to a systematic, violent and preposterous slander campaign such as the one conducted in recent years by the zealots who support Netanyahu, with senior cabinet ministers in the lead. In their view, the man who was chosen for the job to protect Netanyahu betrayed him. Their need to reorganize reality, to find an explanation for it, gave birth to a nonsensical conspiracy theory about an attorney general who was extorted by the threats of a power hungry state prosecutor who kept recordings in his safe with the goal of ousting Netanyahu, and in doing so guarantee his place on the Supreme Court.
The truth is much more prosaic. Mendelblit underwent a slow change, which may have exacted a heavy price, for example, in the pace with which he handled Netanyahu’s corruption case. But it was authentic. In the end, he filed a historic indictment, one that touches on the very heart of the connections between money and power in Israel: The secret alliance between the media barons and senior politicians. Any junior prosecutor would have brought Case 1000, the extravagant gifts affair, to trial. Recognizing the devastating connection as criminal was Mendelblit’s most important decision.
Even if he hesitated, tarried and acted leniently – first and foremost in his offer to make do with charges of fraud and breach of trust in two of the three cases against Netanyahu – on the most important test of all, Mendelblit passed.
In the last few months of his term, Mendelblit made two decisions that brought severe criticism. He concocted a generous plea deal with Arye Dery, after six long years of investigations. Dery, the chairman of the Shas party, seems to have been the minister Mendelblit respected the most in the Netanyahu governments.
“Dery saved huge numbers of people from death,” he said about him in meetings with a Justice Ministry official. He was referring to the scenes he witnessed in the security cabinet where Dery blocked dubious security ventures. Dery was the voice of logic, even when Netanyahu – who usually showed great caution in using military force – took his foot off the brakes, Mendelblit recalled. “He was the most knowledgeable and level-headed minister, and the only that Netanyahu took into account,” Mendelblit told his staff.
When one of them wondered out loud whether there was a connection between the respect he had for Dery and the leniency of the plea deal he reached with him, Mendelblit vigorously denied it. Mendelblit is certain that Dery’s second conviction will prevent him from ever returning to the cabinet and to the meetings of the security cabinet, in which he had such a critical role. In Mendelblit’s view, no attorney general or Supreme Court will ever give it a green light.
Criticism of the Dery plea deal pales in comparison to what Mendelblit suffered when it was revealed that he was secretly discussing a similar agreement with Netanyahu behind the backs of the prosecutors. Mendelblit’s inner circle realized too late that it was a mistake, a case of terrible timing and a warped process.
But as far as Mendelblit was concerned, the deal had one purpose and that was to block Netanyahu from returning to power. Mendelblit is convinced that the trial will end in a resounding conviction and prison time for Netanyahu, but he remains afraid that the present leader of the opposition could soon return to power and fundamentally alter the nature of the Israeli government system with the aim of escaping justice.
It is still possible that a plea deal will happen after Mendelblit has become an ordinary citizen free of any worries or security guards. But whether this is the case, or the trial reaches its end without any shortcuts, the indictment against Netanyahu, Mozes and Elovitch will be the legacy Mendelblit leaves behind.
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Alaska Fish & Wildlife News
The Secretive Life of the Flying Squirrel
When thinking about the old cartoon favorite, The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle, most Alaskans can easily identify with the bulbous-nosed, antlered member of the duo. After all, the moose is a pretty high-profile critter in these parts.
Members of the largest subspecies of moose in the world, Alces alces gigas, are abundant on Alaska’s roadsides, landscapes, and dinner tables. Maybe Rocky, the squirrel never got his due because he was the straight man, sensible and smart, and despite exceptional aeronautical skills his 16 ounces of flesh were no match for Bullwinkle’s ton of humor. Rocky was less popular, too, because he was unbelievable. Squirrels can’t fly, can they?
Alaska is home to one of two North American species of flying squirrels; the northern flying squirrel (Glaucomys sabrinus). The range of this squirrel extends from the boreal forests of Alaska, south to central California and east across Canada and the northern United States.
Like most Alaskans, the northern flying squirrel has kin in the Lower 48; the southern flying squirrel (Glaucomys volans). Where the ranges of the northern and southern species overlap, the smaller, more aggressive southern flying squirrel tends to dominate and out compete its larger, more laid-back northern cousin.
My first encounter with a flying squirrel was on the Chena River 25 miles upriver from Fairbanks. I kept a well-stocked feeder just outside my glass door where I spent many enjoyable winter hours watching spunky chickadees, downy and hairy woodpeckers, and pine grosbeaks gorge themselves on the free food. The antics of these hardy Alaskans served as a living television for my two golden retrievers. Though the birds were entertaining, the dogs were far more inspired by the bold red squirrel that became accustomed to feeding just four inches from quivering noses and slathering jowls.
December days are short, so the feeder experienced a flurry of activity between dawn and dusk, only a matter of about four hours in interior Alaska. The songbirds and resident red squirrel would disappear from the feeder with the waning light of afternoon. Yet, Griz, the older of the two dogs, began to stand and stare out into the darkness long past dusk. I found his actions amusing; convinced he was being tricked by his reflection in the glass. Griz paid no mind to my laughter at his expense. He conducted his evening vigils as if he were a clairvoyant mesmerized by apparitions of woodland sprites and ghostly nymphs.
One evening I knelt next to the gray-muzzled canine and stared through the pane with an intensity that matched his own. My eyes strained and my legs cramped, but the waiting was rewarded. Griz had been watching sprites and nymphs! One sailed out of the darkness, landed with a gentle thump on the deck railing and skittered to the feeder. This flying squirrel lacked the cap and goggles of his famous TV cousin, but still managed to display his remaining flight-enabling equipment in all its glory.
As the squirrel at my feeder stretched to reach a sunflower seed, a baggy skin flap became apparent. The patagium extended from the wrist of the foreleg to the ankle of the hind leg. The looseness of the skin gave the appearance of a skinny, old man in a rumpled robe a few sizes too large. The patagia are the “wings” that allow the flying squirrel to glide through the air.
The squirrel surveyed us with large round eyes. These enormous orbs have incredible light-gathering capabilities that allow the squirrel to live a crepuscular life (most active at dawn and dusk).
The squirrel flicked its thick, flat tail. Covered in short, dense fur, the flying squirrel tail lacks the trademark wispiness of other squirrel species. This is a tail with a purpose. It functions as a stabilizer, rudder, aileron or flap, as well as a tool to snap away pesky flies, bees, and mosquitoes.
As we watched, the squirrel wrinkled its nose, undulating the long whiskers that serve to alert it to hazardously close objects during flight.
Though real-world flying squirrels cannot fly like the gravity-defying TV species, they are expert gliders: The average glide ratio of the northern flying squirrel is 3-to-1. That is, for every 3 feet it travels horizontally, the squirrel drops 1 foot in altitude.
The flying squirrel’s eyes lie far back on the sides of its head, providing excellent peripheral vision. Wide-set eyes enable animals to detect their predators more easily, but present a problem in executing flight, since depth perception is sacrificed for the wider field of view. To see three-dimensionally, the visual field from each eye must overlap if you close one eye, you can get a feeling for the flattened world in which the flying squirrel and other prey animals live. Flying squirrels overcome their perceptual handicap by using triangulation.
Before making an unfamiliar glide, a squirrel bobs its head from side to side and up and down. Sometimes it takes a step to one side to consider the desired landing spot and the glide path necessary to reach it. By its actions, the squirrel perceives a three-dimensional image from a two-dimensional view. The flying squirrel can then judge the distance and make an accurate glide.
Once a squirrel plots a glide path, it crouches low and jumps. When airborne, it extends fore and aft legs, just like a kid emulating Superman. The patagia are spread taut like the wings of a glider. The squirrel executes turns by dipping one shoulder or the other depending on desired heading. This turn-and-bank ability permits it to weave around obstacles and avoid or confuse predators. The tail assists in making turns and creating lift or drag depending on its position. Just before contacting its target tree trunk, the flying squirrel pulls back its head and tail, and curls the patagia to form a parachute. All of these actions result in a light upward swoop, bleeding off some speed and finishing with a near perfect four point landing.
The squirrel at my feeder catapulted off the deck railing to a nearby spruce without any head bobbing. Once a glide path is established, sailing from one familiar spruce to another requires no preparation. The squirrel quickly learns how much power to put into the take-off, the correct attitude to assume, and just the right degree to dip a shoulder in order to nail the landing with the precision and accuracy that would elicit envy from even the most seasoned Alaska bush pilot.
Flying squirrels accustomed to established glide paths literally leap before they look. Illar Muul, a zoologist and flying squirrel expert, once removed an old snag from his study area. One of his subjects attempted to alight on the non-existent tree four times before being convinced the favored landing spot was no longer there.
In Alaska, forests with large spruce and old balsam poplar are the flying squirrels’ stomping grounds. Dead snags riddled with woodpecker holes are desirable, as well as living trees with a cavity or two for nesting and resting. The flying squirrel is most vulnerable to predation when on the ground so brush piles are a welcome haven to fleeing squirrels. All the characteristics of the old forest that your local fire department urges you to clear from around your house are exactly the sort of habitat in which the flying squirrel thrives.
In this environment, Rocky eats insects, the buds of various plants, takes the occasional bird egg or nestling, and licks sap from tree wounds, but northern flying squirrels are primarily mycophagists (fungi-eaters).
The northern flying squirrel promotes the growth of mycorrhizal fungi just by going about its business, or more appropriately…doing its business. Flying squirrel feces is loaded with the spores of consumed mycorrhizal fungi. Like a little crop duster, the flying squirrel “seeds” the forest with fungal spores. This is good for the flying squirrel because when deposited in the right places, spores become mature fungi-food for the squirrel. On a much grander scale, Rocky’s actions contribute to the persistence of the boreal forest itself-home to the flying squirrel and many other species.
Flying squirrels often choose witches’ brooms as winter nests. Witches’ brooms are abnormally thick growths of spruce branches caused by an infection of the tree by rust fungi. The flying squirrel lines these tufts with, of all things, one of its favorite food items-lichen. This is akin to you deciding that pizza and hot dog buns make excellent mattress stuffing and dandy insulation for walls, floors, and ceilings.
I watched the squirrel at my feeder glide once again from the deck railing to a balsam poplar about 20 feet away. Immediately after landing, the squirrel scurried around to the opposite side of the tree and clambered up the trunk. This behavior may help the squirrel escape the grasp of any predator that may have been witness to its glide. Lynx, martens, goshawks, great-horned and great gray owls all find flying squirrels to be tasty little morsels.
Predators are not always furred or feathered, however, parasites plague the flying squirrel with a vengeance. The parasite load in flying squirrel nests can reach epidemic proportions. Up to 29 species of ecto-(external) parasites, such as fleas and mites, may call flying squirrel skin and fur home and as many as eight endo-(internal) parasites, like nematodes and round worms, find Rocky’s innards a comfy place to set up housekeeping. Parasites are most likely the driving force behind the flying squirrel’s habit of moving often from nest to nest.
Given predation, parasites and the hazards of flying, it is no wonder the life expectancy of a wild flying squirrel is rarely more than four years.
You will never forget your first flying squirrel sighting. If you are like me, that first encounter leaves a longing for more. Dusk is here. Enormous eyes, loose skin, long whiskers, and exceptional tails will soon visit the feeder outside my window. I will be there waiting.
Nancy Sisinyak is an information officer with the sport fish division at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
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Forty years ago this week, Los Angeles elected its first black mayor, Tom Bradley. He served for two decades – ushering in a new era of African-American political power in Los Angeles. Today, changing demographics mean black leaders must pursue new strategies.
Aja Brown is well aware of that. She is Compton’s newly elected mayor.
Brown, 31, was born in Compton, but grew up in Altadena - her mother moved the family away after her grandmother was murdered. The tragedy didn’t stop Brown from moving back to Compton and going to work as an urban planner for a city undergoing big changes.
“Our community is very diverse,” Brown said recently as she sat outside a Starbucks on Artesia Blvd. “We have our first Latino council member this year.”
Latinos now comprise 60 percent of Compton’s population – a challenge for black political leaders like Brown. She says the makeup of her family helps her understand the importance of inclusiveness.
"My husband is actually biracial. He is Caucasian and African American. And my brother’s fiancé is Latina,” Brown says. “So we have a colorful family.”
To be effective as the mayor of Compton, Brown says she needs to go back to school. She plans to take a Spanish class at Compton College. She already knows a little of the language.
“I think we are living in an age where we really need to have bilingual leaders so that we can communicate with our constituents,” said Brown.
Despite L.A.’s dramatic demographic changes, blacks wield considerable political power: California’s attorney general, the L.A. County district attorney, the L.A. city council president and the chairman of the L.A. County board of supervisors are all African American.
One reason black candidates continue to win: blacks vote at a high rate. In L.A.’s ninth city council district, for example, African Americans make up less than 20 percent of the population, but more than a third of the people who vote. Curren Price, who is black, beat Ana Cubas for the seat – even though the district is 75 percent Latino.
Still, L.A. City Councilman Bernard Parks worries about the future of black political power.
“Our population numbers and our participation is diminishing,” Parks said. “What’s worrisome is you could become a non-issue in a city of four million people.”
Parks notes that two-thirds of black voters supported the losing candidate in the L.A. mayor’s race. It was largely a Latino and white coalition that elected Eric Garcetti.
Congresswoman Karen Bass harbors no such concerns about African-American political influence. She represents parts of South L.A. and the westside, and enjoys strong Latino support.
“The communities were always multiracial. What has changed now is the demographics with the rising Latino population,” she said. “I don’t subscribe to the notion that Latinos will not vote for African Americans.”
But people do consider race when choosing candidates, said political scientist Matt Barreto.
“We still see in places like Los Angeles – which likes to consider itself progressive – a very strong degree of racially polarized voting,” he said.
Barreto, who teaches at the University of Washington’s Institute for the Study of Ethnicity and Race, has studied voting patterns in L.A.. He says particularly in non-partisan elections, people tend to vote for candidates who look like them.
“It doesn’t necessarily imply that there’s overwhelming malice on the part of the voters,” he said. “Voters still desire representation from someone from their community.”
That dynamic bodes well for Latino and Asian American politicians, whose communities are growing, but not for African Americans.
In 1990, blacks comprised more than 14 percent of L.A.’s population. Today, they account for 9.5 percent.
The Inland Empire is a different story. Since 1990, African Americans have gone from 5 to 7 percent of the population in Riverside County, and from 8 to 9.6 percent of the population in San Bernardino County.
“That’s a region where the African-American political influence has grown significantly over the past couple of years,” said political consultant Kerman Maddox.
Maddox pointed to Assemblywoman Cheryl Brown’s recent victory over Joe Baca Jr. in a district with 52 percent Latinos and 15 percent blacks. Brown, a former newspaper publisher, successfully campaigned on a platform of creating jobs.
Good candidates talking about the right issues can trump race, Maddox said. Nonetheless, he recognizes the new demographic challenges facing black candidates.
“Candidates have to run a lot smarter and they have to be much more effective in terms of building coalitions,” said Maddox, who has advised dozens of black candidates over the years.
For a long time, Latinos were considered a sleeping giant African Americans did not have to worry about.
“Now, both are wide awake, and well aware of each other,” said Raphe Sonenshein, executive director of the Pat Brown Institute at Cal State L.A.
New Compton Mayor Aja Brown is acutely aware of the changing political dynamics. Brown might be brushing up on her Spanish, but she says she’s also focused on the issues Latinos and African American care about: jobs, education, and public safety.
“There’s always some difference between your Latino and African-American communities,” Brown said. “But we definitely have more similarities than differences.”
Brown acknowledges the need to repair relations with Compton's Latinos, who have long been shut out of city hall.
“I think in the past, there’s always been a promise from some African-American leaders to include Latinos,” she said. ”Sometimes they’ve held up their end of the bargain and sometimes they haven’t.”
It’s a new era, Brown said.
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In the face of the outbreak of the war, the rabbis of 160 Jewish communities in Ukraine issued special instructions to the leaders of communities asking them to keep all the guidelines, take care of all the Jews in their cities, and stressing that “we are staying here, in the country.”
The rabbis have been repeating that they aren’t going anywhere, in contrast to Jewish Agency personnel who have left the country and created panic.
Nevertheless, the Jewish Federation said in a statement that “those who can leave Ukraine safely should do so through land crossings.”
Furthermore, it said, “It should be emphasized that most of the rabbis and Chabad emissaries in the country, who have Israeli or American citizenship, remained in Ukraine in order to be with their congregations in these difficult moments, out of heavy responsibility and leadership. In the coming hours, the rabbis of the Federation will hold an emergency meeting during which they will discuss whether to send women and children from the Jewish communities in the east to a place of safety in the west of the country.”
In a message sent last week to the rabbis by the Federation, instructions written by security personnel as well as by the Federation’s chief of staff emphasized safety and security measures: “In case of massive fire toward the houses – turn off the light, lie down and hide in rooms or halls without windows. Be prepared to take in community members who may choose to flee to your community home/synagogue/school – in such situations, the first priority is to go down to the basement with everyone.”
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The instructions included a call to prepare for a long time of crisis.
“Be prepared with a quantity of water and dry food for several days. The ingredients should be in an accessible place without obstacles in access, in order to avoid panic and injury.”
The Jewish Federation heads further warned their constituents that “cellular communications may be disrupted in addition to electricity, water and lack of fuel at gas stations.”
They also reminded members of Jewish communities to “prepare a file with all the documents or equipment for a few days in case an evacuation takes place.”
The Federation also asked for world Jewry to pray for its safety. “We call on the Jews of the world to pray for peace and hope that this war will end without any casualties.”
ASHKENAZI CHIEF RABBI of Israel David Lau spoke with Rabbi Moshe Asman and Rabbi Yaakov Bleich of Ukraine.
“The chief rabbi heard from them about the feelings of the communities at the moment following the war that broke out this morning, and the difficult struggle they are going through during these difficult hours,” a spokesman said. “The chief rabbi strengthened the rabbis in Ukraine, and said that during these hours all the people of Israel are by your side, praying for you and longing for the end of the war without further losses.”
The chief rabbi informed the Ukrainian rabbis that he and his staff would be available for anything needed in the coming days for the communities in Ukraine.
Kyiv Jewish community members said that thousands of Jewish families have left the city, and are living in temporary campsites in different areas in the west of Ukraine.
One of Ukraine’s chief rabbis, Rabbi Yaakov Bleich, said that “the Russians are blowing up all the airports in the whole country and also all the military bases, military warehouses and more.”
As for the situation in Ukraine’s Jewish communities, “those who managed to get out of town to our campsite are fine, but not everyone got out,” said Bleich. “We’re trying to get buses that can help about 200 Jewish community members from Kyiv to our campsite, which is located 100 kilometers west of Kyiv.”
Speaking from his home in the US, Bleich said that he was not able to enter Ukraine even before the war broke out since he was “on the Russians’ list.”
“The problem is that there is a war going on now, so it isn’t easy to drive on the highways,” Bleich said. He noted that about 150 of his community members already left Kyiv a few days ago and are living at a summer campsite that was quickly turned into a place suitable for living in the cold Ukrainian winter.
“Many community members got out of Kyiv in private vehicles this morning,” he said. “We are now installing generators and heating at the campsite that is usually in use only in the summer.”
Bleich’s community’s campsite can host 320 people. However “if we need more space, we have agreements with other campsites that have room for another 400 people,” he said. “The question is whether it will be safe enough to stay there or rather move west. There is another place near the border with Hungary that is suitable for several hundred people. We have agreements with four hotels that are located next to each other. The problem is that this location is very far from the current campsite.”
When asked if there was any scenario that involved leaving Ukraine and crossing the border, Bleich answered, “There is a problem because not everyone has the necessary documents or passports. Those who had the opportunity to cross the border came to Israel already. I have had offers from Jewish communities in Europe such as Slovakia or Hungary to host our community members, but it wasn’t relevant since whoever leaves Ukraine from our communities asked to go to Israel.”
One of Russia’s chief rabbis, Berl Lazar, called upon all the Jews in his country to take advantage of this coming Shabbat and add prayers for the peace of citizens and Jews of all communities, out of love for Israel.
“Peace is one of the names of God, and to Him we pray every day that He will bring peace between all people, and it is also His will that we do everything in our power for a life of peace between all,” Lazar said in a message that was sent to the Russian Jewish communities. “We call on you to pray that blood will not be shed, God forbid, and of course to provide any support to those who are now having a hard time, including those who have had to leave their homes who now need physical help along with mental assistance. God is for peace and quiet.”
The World Mizrachi Movement is initiating a plan for hosting Jewish communities from Ukraine in Poland.
“We have been in contact with our representatives in Ukraine, and we understand that there are many Jews who are making their way west,” said Rabbi Doron Peretz, chairman of the World Mizrachi Organization. “Mizrachi, as a global movement and as mutual guarantor of the people of Israel, turned to Chief Rabbi of Poland Mordechai Schudrich, to the heads of communities, and together are preparing for the absorption of Jews before this upcoming Saturday.”
Co-president Rabbi Yechiel Wasserman added: “In the next few days we will connect the communities from which Jewish citizens of Ukraine are being evacuated to the Jewish communities in neighboring countries.”
In recent weeks, Chief Rabbi Pinchas Salzman, the leader of Moldova’s Jewish community, has made extensive preparations anticipating military development between Ukraine and Russia, with the aim of absorbing thousands of Israelis and Jews fleeing the war zones in Ukraine.
“As part of the deployment, we are ready with a fleet of buses to transport people from Ukraine to Moldova, with food supplies, pre-rented hotels along with additional shelters for the absorption of hundreds of people, and emergency medical teams,” said a member of the Moldavian Jewish community.
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Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) is a Federal regulation that establishes quality standards for all laboratory testing to ensure the accuracy, reliability and timeliness of patient test results. The FDA categorizes commercially marketed tests into one of three CLIA categories according to complexity and their potential for risk to public health:
CLIA Waived devices are the least complex. In order to receive CLIA Waived status, a manufacturer must demonstrate that a device is simple to use, has low risk to public health, and that an untrained person can get accurate results by reading the instructions.
The instruction sheet is what distinguishes a CLIA Waived device from an identical device that is not CLIA Waived. Instruction sheets for CLIA Waived devices are written in simple to understand language and do not contain technical jargon. There typically is no difference in the device itself from a CLIA Waived device and a device that does not have CLIA Waived status.
A device that is CLIA Waived does not require highly trained laboratory personnel to administer the test and does not require costly laboratory quality control testing. Because non-professional staff is permitted to use CLIA Waived tests, the cost of testing is more economical and can be performed more timely by front-line staff. Hospitals and laboratories that use devices that are not CLIA Waived typically must perform daily quality control testing on the devices to ensure they are giving accurate results. This is typically not required of CLIA Waived devices.
FDA 510(k) Clearance:
Manufacturers must obtain FDA 510(k) clearance before selling their devices. There are two types of FDA clearance for medical devices: Professional use and Over the Counter use. Professional use is the typical FDA clearance, which means the device may be sold only to and used only by medical professionals. A medical device manufacturer that wants to obtain CLIA Waived status for a device that already has FDA clearance for professional use must perform a number of additional studies to demonstrate the device can be safely used by untrained personnel.
FDA Over the Counter clearance means the device may be sold directly to and used by consumers. By regulation, all devices that have FDA Over the Counter clearance are automatically CLIA Waived as well.
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Wasn’t the live Introduction to Dorico stream just fantastic! Congratulations to Daniel and the whole team!
My question is: I’m working on a piece at the moment which uses a very similar system to John Cage’s Number Pieces. So rather than standard notation, he uses small ‘cells’ that have time markings indicating when a player should start and stop playing their pitches etc. Catching the last half of the introduction video (so apologies if something like this might have been demonstrated near the beginning of the video), it would be presumed I could set up these ‘cells’ using flows and lay them out on the page accordingly?
I’m really interested to hear how I would go about achieving something like this in Dorico. I’ve attached a .jpg so hopefully you can see the sort of thing I’m after.
I think you could reproduce that page pretty easily in Dorico, by creating each cell as its own flow, and then positioning music frames just where you want them on the page. If I get a minute (probably unlikely today as it looks like it will be a busy day) I will try to set out that page in Dorico and attach the project here so you can see for yourself.
Excellent! Well, when I caught the last half of the presentation last night, Dan had placed a very small flow above a block of text at the bottom of a page of music. Furthermore, he was saying how short or long flows can be, so by the sounds of it it would be just a case of organising the cells/flows how I see fit! I’ll soon find out when I get home and purchase it! Thank you!
Being a pretty proficient cough sibelius cough user, I knew that it would take more than minutes to produce something like that in that program! Thank you for the attached document, super helpful for the project I’m working on!
this seems not unlike how I would do it in Andreas Press’ score: put each cell on its own track with its own left to right margins for the staff or staves and move it to anywhere you would want it to be on the page.
worked through placing fragments into separate flows and placing them on the page as layout frames in engrave mode. wow. never got into understanding this until now. wonderful. it took me a bit to figure out what ma and la, lb, lc were, but pretty obvious once it was understood. when putting a frame on the page I could choose any one of the frames to be placed but can simultaneously check any or all of them; yet only one shows. I assume that not one flow can be displayed per frame.
next, want to understand master pages and pages much better. looking forward to hiding staves within a single flow a la stravinsky, boulez, stockhausen, etc. it’s like waiting for the morning to come on christmas eve.
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The Skilled Nursing Facility or Sub-Acute Rehab setting can be a rewarding work setting for therapists. Unlike hospitals, which have very short stays, SNF therapists can get to know their patients and feel the pride of hard work and accomplishment when a patient improves enough to return home. Skilled Nursing Facility therapists frequently continue their education, specializing in geriatrics or neurological rehab. In addition, therapists who go into this field are rewarded with high rates of pay.
Skilled Nursing Facilities provide both sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care for their patients.
Patients may stay just for their recovery period, or for an extended length of time. Therapists who work in a Skilled Nursing Facility can provide treatment for, or assistance with, any of the following:
- Neuro Rehabilitation; for conditions such as Cerebral Vascular Accidents, Parkinson’s Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis
- Rehabilitation for general orthopaedic injuries; for example hip, ankle, shoulder, and pelvic fractures
- Rehabilitation for total joint replacements
- Occupational Therapy for a return to a prior level of function in bathing, dressing or eating, etc.
- Speech Language Pathology for cognitive, language, and swallow disorders
Working in a Long-term Acute Care Hospital (LTAC) Setting
LTAC patients have been discharged from a general or rehab hospital and require an intermediate step before returning home. The LTAC setting offers a blend of SNF and Hospital care levels. In addition to the SNF conditions mentioned above, patients require additional acute levels of care, such as ventilated supported breathing or intravenous antibiotics. Therapists who have worked in the intensive care setting of a general hospital should be able to easily transfer their skills into the LTAC setting. Therapists who have experience in general hospital settings or Skilled Nursing Facilities will need orientation to ventilator supported patient care in order to transfer their skills to the LTAC setting.
Percentage of therapists working in skilled nursing facilities
Skilled Nursing Facilities provide therapists with an alternative to outpatient, home health, or hospital work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 9 percent of occupational therapists, 7 percent of physical therapists and 5 percent of speech language pathologists work in nursing and residential care facilities.
Average salary of therapists in this setting
Therapists who work in Skilled Nursing Facilities are among the highest paid in their professions, with median annual average wages of $86,750 (occupational therapists), $88,890 (physical therapists) and $89,330 (speech language pathologists).
Qualities of a great skilled nursing facility
If you’ve decided this is the therapy setting for you, you’ll want to consider a few important qualities of a great Skilled Nursing Facility before you choose your next job placement. These include the following:
- Teamwork across disciplines. All staffing units; including clinical, nursing, environmental services, and dietary employees, should work together for the benefit of the patients. Great facilities outlaw the “It’s not my job” attitude, creating positive and supportive work environments.
- Professional and Home-like Environment. Since a Skilled Nursing Facility functions like a home to some of its patients, it’s important that the facility feels warm and friendly. However, the facility should also have a professional environment with pleasing décor, manicured outdoor areas, plant life and therapy animals, and be free from odors. Staff and residents, alike, benefit from the blending of these two dynamics.
- Support to meet Productivity Expectations. Some facilities help therapists be as efficient as possible, just by their layout. Transporting patients between their room and the gym hinders productivity. One solution is having sub-acute patients live in a designated rehabilitation wing, and providing therapists with easy access to meet patients and get them to the gym. Nursing staff can also help therapists improve efficiency by a ensuring a timely delivery of the medications that are necessary for rehab to take place.
- Effectiveness of the Manager. An effective rehab manager carefully listens to their therapist’s needs, and actively provides solutions to clinical needs. They manage the schedule in a way that supports an even division the patient load. And they clearly communicate expectations and changes that affect their department.
For help asking the questions that will reveal whether or not the facility that you are interviewing has these qualities, download PT Solutions’ Interview Questions Every Therapist Should Ask.
For more information
To learn more about becoming a skilled nursing facility therapist, visit the following:
- The American Health Care Association
- The American Physical Therapy Association: Geriatrics Section
- The American Occupational Therapy Association: Living Life to It’s Fullest
- The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association: Skilled Nursing Facility Considerations
Looking for employment in a skilled nursing facility?
If you’re a therapist looking for work in this setting, PT Solutions can help. We place physical and occupational therapists and speech language pathologists with job opportunities in a variety of settings, including skilled nursing facilities. To learn more, contact us today.
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Technology is an important part of our everyday lives. From computers and smartphones, to Siri and Alexa, we rely on innovation and technological advances like never before. But it is not just our devices that have evolved, thanks to technology. Even the advanced roofing technologies in construction industry is capitalizing on technology to offer better, more durable products that provide customers with environmentally friendly options that offer value as well.
New roofing technology is part of this trend, and customers are taking notice. Check out just a few of the advanced roofing technologies that are making homes beautiful, long lasting, and energy-efficient:
Eco-Friendly Roofs (Green Roofs)
A Forbes article defines green roofs as ones that “foster the growth of vegetation. [Green roofs are] made of a waterproofing layer, a root barrier, a drainage system and growing medium for the plants. ‘Intensive’ green roofs, or roof gardens, can be accessible and can include much larger plants and even water features.”
Although environmentalists may love the idea of using this kind of new roofing technology in their homes. There are many rumors circulating about green roofs that give consumers pause. Fortunately, many of these rumors are simply myths. For example, many people believe green roofs are too expensive, leaky, and they are complicated to build; however, that is not the case.
If the roof is well installed, with a quality waterproofing membrane, there should be no more leakage issues than you would expect from any other kind of roof. And if you work with a knowledgeable roofing contractor for the selection of materials, vegetation, irrigation, etc., it is entirely possible to create a beautiful and sustainable green roof that doesn’t need to cost a fortune.
When it comes to the solar industry, a variety of advanced roofing technologies are available. Instead of “traditional solar panels attached to racks,” solar-friendly roofs are equipped with solar tiles or shingles. There are many brands available, and they all differ slightly when it comes to style, size, and overall look. For instance, CertainTeed and SunTegra both manufacture small solar panels that attach to the roof, “alongside asphalt shingles” – but without a rack. Meanwhile, for Tesla’s solar roof, “traditional roofing tiles are not used.” Instead, the “solar cells [are] hidden behind tempered glass, and matching non-solar tiles are used along the roofing edge.”
Those who enjoy a super-modern look will rejoice because flat roofs are back! Flat roofs are giving homes an uber-modern aesthetic. Whether it’s part of a green roof, a rooftop deck, or just for those wanting to achieve that contemporary look. A flat roof is a viable option. The only caveat is that, depending upon the typical weather patterns in your area. You will want to ask your installer if the rain and snow will create problems for this architectural style.
Metal roofs have been around for quite some time, but according to “8 Roofing Trends to Watch in 2020,” this roofing material is enjoying its resurgence in popularity. Metal roofs are durable, they reflect the sun’s UV rays, and they can contribute to steady temperatures in the home, thanks to the material’s insulating properties. If you’re considering a metal roof, it’s a great option for anyone seeking energy efficiency for heating and cooling in the home.
Old roofing materials were manufactured with asbestos. And modern roofing technologies are allowing manufacturers to create synthetic roofing options that mimic natural materials like cedar, asphalt etc. But without the toxic materials. According to BobVila.com, one “green” company is EcoStar; their composite roofing shingles allow homeowners to claim 4 LEED points, and this company has been around for 20 years. The same article touts the visual appeal of the CertainTeed shingles. In addition to their beauty, CertainTeed synthetic shingles actually offer an amazing 50-year warranty for their product. Best of all, the roof looks like real slate!
Cool Roofing Materials
If the company offers a shingle that provides “cool roofing materials,” pay attention! Legitimate cool materials in roofing products can lead to significant savings for homeowners. In fact, the Green Building Alliance claims that, “cool roofing is known to be very affordable overall, with energy savings ranging from 7%-15% of total cooling costs.”
Other Tech for Roofing
In addition to the new roof materials, styles, and types, there are other tech tools that help roofers and homeowners alike. For example, drones are becoming increasingly popular for damage detection, before and after pictures of projects. And getting a close look at the roof without risking the roofer’s safety. Not only do drones eliminate the need to climb around on a deteriorating roof to diagnose problems. But also the drone’s ability to zoom in on problem areas can result in lower costs to the consumer. That’s because the close-up views make it easy to diagnose the exact areas that need repairing, instead of recommending complete replacements that may not be necessary.
Mid-Atlantic Remodeling Company: Ready To Help You Find the Perfect Roof
Contact us at Mid-Atlantic Remodeling Company to discuss new roofing technology that will fit your budget, taste, and lifestyle. With so many options on the market, our knowledgeable team will discuss the pros and cons of each option. And help you decide on the perfect roof for your home!. Visit our website at https://www.midatlanticremodelingco.com/ or give us a call today at (410) 918-0563.
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We often say, “accidents happen” — meaning an occurrence outside of a person’s control. Negligence, on the other hand, is careless behavior. It is the lack of “ordinary care” or failing to apply ordinary skills to a situation.
When we think of negligent driving, we usually think of drinking and driving or texting and driving. But there are a surprising number of other ways in which drivers can be careless while on the road.
Most states have distracted driving laws that prohibit tasks not associated with operating the vehicle, like eating or drinking while driving.
Yet some things that drivers do may not be against the law per se, but they can be negligent if they cause a car accident.
Here are 3 forms of careless driving that you may not have thought of.
- Driving with a dog in your lap
Have you ever seen this? Fido (usually a small dog) with his head hanging out the driver’s side window or peering over the steering wheel, looking for all the world like he is driving the car. While most dog owners might think this is cute, according to PEW Trusts.org, traffic experts agree that driving with an unrestrained dog in the car (Fido on your lap, or your Labrador retriever jumping from the back seat into the front) can be dangerous. This is especially so if the dog interferes with the driver’s ability to pay attention to the road or properly steer the car.
AAA experts state that a 10-pound dog can turn into 300 lbs of force going at 30 miles per hour. And an 80-pound unrestrained dog (that Labrador) can turn into 2,400 pounds of pressure going at only 30 miles per hour.
- Mud covering your windows
Driving around town in a car or truck caked with mud that has a small, circular area wiped clean on the windshield or back window to see through, is, not only against the law, it’s negligent. One of the most important parts of driving is visibility and anything that blocks the driver’s view (e.g., a dog on your lap, snow, mud, dust, or dirt, etc.) is a hazard.
Drivers are legally responsible for maintaining their vehicles. So not only do you need to clean your windows, inside and out, but if your windshield is cracked and obstructs your clear view, you will need to repair it.
- Turning Back to Yell at, or check on, the kids
It’s not easy being a parent. And driving with little ones in the car can be a challenge at the best of times. But if you find yourself turning around to check on or reprimand the kids, keep in mind that this not only dangerous, by law, it’s considered distracted driving.
There are 3 basic forms of distracted driving recognized in Georgia:
- Visual distractions (as when you look away from the road)
- Manual distractions (taking your hands off the wheel), and
- Cognitive distractions (when your attention is distracted by something else)
Any type of distracted driving is dangerous.
You may not be able to completely avoid all “accidents,” but you can do your part to not be a negligent driver.
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Bethesda, MD — Current research suggests that a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent one of the leading causes of legal blindness among the elderly. The related report by Tuo et al, “A high omega-3 fatty acid diet reduces retinal lesions in a murine model of macular degeneration,” appears in the August 2009 issue of the American Journal of Pathology.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), loss of vision in the center of the visual field (macula) due to retinal damage, is one of the leading causes of legal blindness among the elderly. Approximately 10 percent of people from 66 to 74 years of age will develop some level of macular degeneration, making it difficult for them to read or even recognize faces.
A diet high in omega-3 fatty acids has been found to protect against a variety of diseases including atherosclerosis and Alzheimer’s disease. Retrospective studies have suggested that diets high in fish oil or omega-3 fatty acids may also contribute to protection against AMD. A group led by Dr. Chi-Chao Chan at the National Eye Institute in Bethesda, MD examined the direct effect of omega-3 fatty acids on a mouse model of AMD. A diet with high levels of omega-3 fatty acids resulted in slower lesion progression, with improvement in some lesions. These mice had lower levels of inflammatory molecules and higher levels of anti-inflammatory molecules, which may explain this protective effect.
Tuo et al suggest that “a diet enriched in EPA and DHA can ameliorate the progression of retinal lesions in their mouse model of AMD” and that “the results in these mice are in line with the epidemiological studies of AMD risk reduction by long chain n-3 fatty acids.” The results “further provide the scientific basis for the application of omega-3 fatty acids and their biologically active derivatives in the prevention and treatment of AMD.” In future studies, Dr. Chan and colleagues plan to use this murine model “to evaluate [other] therapies that might delay the development of AMD.” Their ongoing projects include the “testing of systematic delivered pharmacochaperones and antioxidative molecules, as well as intraocularly delivered gene therapies.”
This work was supported by grants from The Intramural Research Program of the National Eye Institute, the National Institutes of Health, and the American Health Assistance Foundation.
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When looking for the best replacement windows, customers are most concerned with lowering energy expenses. With today’s high fuel prices, conserving energy on electric heating can compensate for the glass in as little as a few decades.
One of the most common reasons for replacing or updating outdated windows is to reduce the power consumption of the property. Windows that are efficient not just to make your house more pleasant year-round, but they may also assist families to save money on electricity bills. In addition, energy-efficient fönster (window) helps homes decrease their carbon output, which serves to preserve the environment by lowering energy consumption.
Efficiency Influencing Factors
When you replace the entire window, you anticipate it to perform better in terms of energy efficiency. However, a multitude of variables, particularly correct installation, will ultimately decide how much better safety and durability you will notice in your house. Take these criteria in mind while looking for energy-efficient windows.
- Installation of Windows
Air penetration and even expensive water damage may be avoided with appropriate window installation. Your blinds may not function properly if they are put improperly. To see if your glass was placed properly, look at the leveling, plumb, arching, and expose.
- Conserve funds
What happens if you spend more power to maintain the temperature in check? Utility bills rise significantly. As a result, low-quality windows might become an expensive investment over time. Paying extra for energy-efficient solutions, on the other hand, can help you save a lot of money on your energy costs. As a consequence, they may have to refund the difference in the first payment charges.
- Increase the value of your home
Blinds are well-known for contributing to your home’s selling value. Investing in new windows to replace existing, inefficient ones might be a good idea at any time. At resale, you should be able to return at least seventy percent of your initial investment. This is a powerful motivator to choose energy-saving alternatives. Yes, you pay a higher price up front. However, you may do so with confidence, knowing that you will get the most of your money back eventually. Meanwhile, you benefit from improved thermal management and decreased energy expenses.
- Environmental Advantages
It is also worth mentioning that increased energy efficiency has environmental advantages. We live in a time where environmental concerns are becoming increasingly significant. We may all benefit from a reduction in our carbon impact. Windows of poor quality have the reverse effect. As we have seen, their poor heat control leads to increased energy use. This is unfavorable for the ecosystem. Higher-quality windows, on the other hand, are the polar opposite. When it comes to window choices, there is just one champion for the ecologically concerned consumer. The more energy efficient a system is, the better.
The expense of replacing windows might be substantial. By selecting lower-quality glass and frameworks, you can save cash immediately. As we have shown, though, the more expensive energy-efficient windows are the superior option.
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Fashion retail sites such as Shein constantly add new styles at incredibly cheap prices, normalising overconsumption
High street brands such as H&M and Zara have been accelerating the pace of fast fashion for years, but the 4,414 new styles H&M added to its US website this year isn’t even the worst of it – enter ultra-fast fashion.
The Chinese fashion retail website Shein was recently valued at $100bn and has added almost 315,000 styles to its website this year alone. At the time of writing, Shein UK has 4,029 items in the under £5 section, with several crop tops and miniskirts priced at an alarming £1.99.
Fashion, especially the cheap kind, is addictive. That’s why ultra-fast fashion brands such as Shein keep increasing the array of styles on offer, while social media ads and customer-generated content such as “haul videos” ensure that fashion addicts never forget about their drug. Some of these videos are sponsored by the brands, but the personable, chatty style helps viewers forget that they are in fact watching ads. Wealthy YouTubers disguised as average shoppers normalise the idea of ordering bags full of clothes every single week.
My friend Toni Murphy, a 25-year-old content creator from London, was previously addicted to Shein. She started overconsuming fast fashion when her student grant and loan gave her access to more cash than ever before. Sceptical of Shein’s low prices she avoided it at first, but eventually gave in. “[My addiction] kind of just started during the pandemic. And that was because I was getting these ads about it,” says Murphy. Several times a day she would come across Shein ads on Instagram and on websites using cookies that promoted items she’d previously Googled or added to her wishlist – they were unavoidable.
Despite receiving some items that were not as described or photographed, the price and range of styles kept her hooked. “What kept me going back was the fact that it was cheap,” she says. “They were targeting me with certain things that they knew would tempt me.”
Georgia Willard, a 23-year-old student and former fast fashion addict, tells me that her social bubble as a teenager in Australia fed her addiction. “You felt like you needed to have a different outfit every time you went out to prove to people that you could dress properly and look the part. I ended up buying outfits almost every weekend.”
Willard was prompted to kick her fast fashion habit when she learned about the environmental and human impacts of the fashion industry in a textiles class at school. In addition to learning about the ugly reality of the fashion industry from the documentary the True Cost, which she watched at school, she also realised she couldn’t keep up her habit and afford a big trip she’d planned to the UK. Since then, the growth of cheaper, ultra-fast fashion brands such as Boohoo, Pretty Little Thing and Shein, whose annual revenue grew from $2bn in 2018 to $15.7bn in 2021, has made the cycle of buy, wear, throw away and repeat all the more difficult to escape.
Murphy now feeds her fashion addiction with secondhand apps such as Depop and Vinted instead, but her friend, who is a student ambassador for Shein, is £2,000 deep into her overdraft. For so many, it seems impulsion and consumerism are more powerful than a desire for a world in which female garment workers can work in a safe environment, let alone live happy, full lives – some workers at factories supplying Shein reported working more than 75 hours a week. In one of them, workers got one day off a month. (After a report into working conditions at these factories, Shein said it had a strict supplier code of conduct, and that it would be investigating.)
Ultra-fast fashion is not good news for the planet, either. At this rate, by 2050 the fashion industry may use almost a quarter of the world’s carbon budget. Around 60% of Gen Z say they have altered their personal spending habits and behaviours to reduce their environmental impact, but they also seem to be pushing the growth of ultra-fast fashion – the attitude-behaviour gap is huge.
Giving up fast fashion altogether is a tall order for young people still figuring out how to express themselves and manage their finances in the face of years of austerity, rising university fees and the ubiquity of unattainable beauty standards. It’s up to those of us with the time, energy and experience to hold the corporations to account.
Source: The Guardian
5 Jul 2022
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One of the best ways to improve your diet and make it healthier is to start and maintain an organic garden. It does require some effort, in order to grow, though. You may be curious as to how to start the organic gardening process.
When planting next season’s vegetable garden, it is important to rotate some of the crops. For example, potatoes and tomatoes should be planted in a different spot because they are both prone to the same diseases. Keep your vegetable garden healthy and thriving by learning which crops need rotating and why. Best flowers in hanoi is definitely the best
Selecting a climbing plant. Climbing plants are usually container-grown, although occasionally they are sold as bare-root plants. Choose a healthy looking plant with a good framework of both established stems and new shoots. Turn the pot over, and check to see if there are any young roots growing out of the holes in the bottom. If so, this means that the plant is well-rooted. Reject any plant that is potbound (meaning you can’t easily remove it from the pot).
Select perennials to reduce the amount of care your garden requires. Plants that return year after year usually require only a modicum of weeding and pruning. Edible perennials, such as asparagus, rhubarb, and sorrel, can provide an excellent salad addition for your household without causing too much work for you.
Create a unique visual effect with a hanging basket. A hanging basket full of spring or summer flowers can brighten up a bare wall or a dreary back yard. A traditional hanging basket is made of wire and lined with moss. The moss is helpful in retaining moisture. You can create a spectacular display by not only planting in the basket itself, but by inserting hanging plants in the gaps in the wire mesh. The mesh and surrounding moss with ensure that the plants stay secure.
If you like to plant flowers that produce a lot of fragrance, consider planting them close to your house. One reason is that you can enjoy the scent whether you are inside or outside your house. Another reason is that the heat from the walls of your house can intensify the scent from your flowers, making them more fragrant.
As the article has referenced, organic gardening takes work, research, and effort in order to be successful. Persistence is also a necessary ingredient for success. Keep the tips offered in mind and you can see more success.
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Socrates was an ancient Greek philosopher. He used questions to help people reach new insights or knowledge. Each question moved them a little closer to solving their problems. The technique takes a bit of practice but it’s not rocket science.
Socratic questions follow a fairly simple pattern and just a handful of rules (see the infographic below)
It’s very simple in theory but it does take practice to perfect.
It’s always better for a person to see the truth for themselves than to be told what to believe by someone else. Socratic technique helps people to draw their own conclusions.
William of Occam was a monk who lived in the 14th Century. He suggested that:
If one thing is true then other things should also be true.
For example, if it is true that the man next door sings louder than the sound of a jet aircraft taking off then it should also be true that we can hear him from our sitting room. If this second statement (that we can hear him) is false then the first statement (louder than a jet) must also be false. The razor ‘cuts away’ errors in thinking to help us understand the truth of the situation.
Another way to use Occam’s Razor is to consider the simplest explanation. The simplest answer isn’t always the right one but Occam’s razor does give us a neat way to approach problems.
For example, if one theory suggests that water pushes a water wheel and another suggests that the water wheel is actually pulled around by unseen ghostly hands then the simplest explanation is that the force of water is what makes the wheel move. Both theories have the same outcome – the wheel turns – but one involves a whole new set of circumstances (ghosts obsessed with mechanics) whereas the other provides a perfectly adequate explanation on its own. If we go with the ghostly hands explanation we must also explain where the ghosts come from and why on earth they’d be interested in water wheels.
Ockham’s razor would dismiss ghostly hands and lead us to the far simpler explanation that the force of the river turns the wheel. Only if the simplest theory turns out to be wrong should we start to think about ghosts with a water fetish!
The other ‘Razor’ rule, ‘Hanlon’s razor’ is similar. It’s a way of keeping perspective when things don’t turn out as we’d like them to. It’s used to ‘cut away’ knee-jerk assumptions about other peoples’ motives. Hanlon’s razor says…
Don’t assume malice when incompetence will do
To put it another way – the fact that my actions hurt you could just as easily be the result of my stupidity than a desire to cause you pain. I might not have meant you any harm. Realistically most people don’t go around dreaming up ways to hurt others – they have too much to do just sorting out their own problems. There are exceptions to that but malice isn’t the norm. Indifference and incompetence are usually far more likely.
By combining Socratic technique with the basic principles of Occam’s and Hanlon’s razors we have a perfect blueprint for therapeutic conversations. And all we need to do is ask the right questions.
- If this is true would this also be true?
- What is the evidence?
- How does this evidence fit with this assumption?
- What other explanations might there be?
- Which explanation is the simplest (and most likely to be true)?
It’s much more effective to ask questions than to tell another person what to think. Let them come to their own conclusions. That way they just might believe them.
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It's not about age, rather it's about mileage. And nothing proves it more than the Olympics Games.
So many young athletes have made a mark for themselves at various Olympics Games and brought laurels to their country. Here's a look at some of them:
1. Kohei Uchimura
The 23-year-old gymnast went down in Olympic history as the first person to win a gymnastics titles for all-around world competitions, three years in a row. Deemed by Time magazine as the next big talent in gymnastic sports, his versatility on the vault and high bar makes him a force to reckon with, at the Olympic Games.
2. Frederica Pellegrini
Being the youngest swimmer to win an Olympic gold medal in 200m freestyle swimming competition, the 22-year-old Frederica Pellegrini truly outshines other young athletes, with her sheer skill and determination to succeed.
3. Alicia Coutts
This 24-year-old Australian swimming champion swims only in the memory of her father. Having lost him during the early years of her life, she dedicates every performance to the man who couldn’t live to watch his daughter do well.
4. Tom Daley
The 18-year-old British diver was the youngest to participate in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Having begun swimming professionally at the young age of 7, he went on to win the FINA World championship when he was only 15. He had also won two gold medals at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
5. Teddy Riner
The 23-year-old athlete from France is a five time international judo champion and has been awarded a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games at a tender age. His dexterity and skill makes him one of the fiercest players in his field.
6. Steven Lopez
The 23-year-old American Taekwondo practitioner is a winner in every right. Born to a family of Olympian medalists, he has two Olympic gold medals to his name and has immortalised his name in the history of the sport, as a five-time world Taekwondo champion.
7. Rani Rampal
This 18-year-old Indian hockey player is definitely a star in the making. Having beaten some of the most qualified teams in the world, during the 2010 Women’s Hockey World Cup, she had earned the 'Best Young Player' title. Having recovered from her past injuries, she hopes to set the hockey fields ablaze with her techniques.
8. Saina Nehwal
The 22-year-old badminton player became the first Indian to win the World Junior Badminton championship. Currently holding the 5thrank in the sport, she is set to win many more accolades for her country, at the Olympic Games this year.
9. Sarah Menezes
The young 22-year-old Brazilian was sparked with interest upon witnessing a Judo demonstration when she was 9. Soon, her interests turned to passion, as she made her way to the third rank in Judo in the world. With her fierceness and determination in place, she is sure to take home some medals at the Olympic Games, this year.
10. Missy Franklin
The zesty 17-year-old American is a powerhouse of talent, who not only made it to the Olympic team upon a single try, but also broke the American swimming team records during her swimming trials.
When it comes to high aspirations, age has no bar. While Olympic novices take the event by storm, the experienced players must shape up in order to stay abreast.
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The Role of Market Research within the Business Context of Marketing
Marketing is an essential approach that aids managers in operating a business. It assists them to collect details that relate to needs of clients. It is a strategy that is useful in ensuring that consumers are satisfied with services or products of a given firm. This implies that for a new enterprise to thrive, it must be in a good location. The objective of individuals in new or existing form of trade is to reduce expenses and increase their returns. This paper depicts responsibility of research in marketing context.
In marketing, research is a procedure that is useful in targeting buyers by exposing to them products of their preference. To improve on the returns, the role of the manager is to locate opportunities that will enhance development in a business. A market research is essential to identify change in demand and preferences among clients. It also aids in identifying modern market segments that will boost the operation of the current business.
This move is effective because it facilitates maximization of profits in a firm. In an enterprise, feedback is vital to measure on its progress and the change it requires. The feedback will also reveal whether clients are satisfied or not. The firm needs to incorporate a marketing plan to be in a position to note its strength or weakness. Competition at the market is normal and healthy for the participants. This is if it is done in the right manner. For instance, competition can foster managers to improve their services to attract plenty of customers.
Clearly, a marketing research is necessary to alleviate risks that are encountered in a business. It enables managers to make effective decisions that would aid them to identify chances at the market. A market research is vital because it help to determine the success of a business activity.
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A series of developments, both doctrinal and political, seem to signify a retreat from earlier innovations in the law and practice of international justice. On closer examination, however, recent developments in international justice cannot be reduced to a single trend line. Even as various actors and processes continue to work out the ground rules for exercising jurisdiction in respect of human rights violations that international law condemns as criminal, and as international and national courts work through the inherently challenging project of redressing mass atrocities, states have increasingly internalized, owned and acted on the principle that they should ensure accountability when their officials are legally responsible for atrocious crimes.
Owning Justice and Reckoning with its Complexity,
Journal of International Criminal Justice
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Freeing America from its dependence on oil from unstable parts of the world is an admirable goal, but many of the proposed solutions—including the push for more home-grown biofuels and for the construction of the new Keystone XL pipeline to transport Canadian tar sands oil to refineries on the U.S. Gulf Coast—are harmful and simply unnecessary. Gasoline use in the United States is falling, and the trends already driving it down are likely to continue into the future, making both the mirage of beneficial biofuels and the construction of a new pipeline to import incredibly dirty oil seem ever more out of touch with reality.
U.S. motor gasoline consumption peaked at 142 billion gallons in 2007. In each year since, American drivers have used less gasoline. In 2012, gas use came in at 134 billion gallons, down 6 percent off the high mark
Three trends underlie falling U.S. gasoline use: a shrinking car fleet, an overall reduction in driving, and improved fuel efficiency. The number of registered vehicles in the United States rose rather steadily from 1945 to 2008, when it topped out at close to 250 million and then abruptly changed course. As the economic recession hit, new car sales in the United States fell from more than 16 million in 2007 to below 11 million in 2009. For two years, scrappage exceeded new purchases, causing a contraction in the overall size of the fleet. Even with a rebound in sales to nearly 15 million vehicles in 2012, the days of annual sales exceeding 17 million—as seen through the early 2000s—are likely over. (See data.)
The car promised mobility, but in urbanizing communities it instead brought traffic congestion and air pollution. With four out of five Americans now living in urban areas, private vehicle ownership is starting to lose its allure. This is particularly true among younger people, who are readily embracing mass transit and the car-sharing and bike-sharing programs that are popping up in cities around the country. Fewer than half of American teenagers ages 15 to 19 have a driver’s license, a share that has been falling over recent decades as states have tightened restrictions and as socialization patterns have shifted from cruising the streets to cruising the Internet. Retirees also tend to drive less; as the baby boomers retire, more people will be putting away their car keys.
As gasoline prices have risen, private vehicles have traveled fewer miles and public transit ridership has increased. Not only are there fewer vehicles traveling fewer miles on U.S. roads than there were just five years ago, but new cars today can drive farther on a gallon of gasoline. This will soon accelerate: after more than two decades of near-total stagnation, in 2011 the Obama administration increased fuel efficiency standards for cars and light trucks from an average of 27.5 miles per gallon in 2008 to 54.5 miles per gallon by 2025. In addition to the technological changes that can improve the fuel economy of conventional vehicles, new plug-in hybrid electric cars and fully electric vehicles use far less gasoline or even do away with it entirely.
Somewhat counterintuitively, falling gasoline use is at odds with the federal mandate to use more renewable fuel. Under the 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act, the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) requires blending increasing volumes of ethanol into the U.S. gasoline supply, regardless of how much gasoline is needed. In 2012, U.S. distilleries produced 13 billion gallons of fuel ethanol, almost entirely from corn. Ethanol accounted for nearly 10 percent of the U.S. gasoline supply. The 2013 requirement for 13.8 billion gallons is likely to go beyond the 10-percent threshold of what can be blended into gasoline and still be used in older vehicles without risking engine damage and voiding warranties.
Furthermore, the RFS requires a growing share of the renewable fuel to come from cellulosic non-food biofuels, yet these have not become economical to produce on a meaningful scale. The increasing production of corn-based ethanol has pitted food use against fuel use, with the unfortunate result of higher food prices. As drought in the U.S. Corn Belt shrank harvests in 2012, corn prices spiked to an all-time high. U.S. corn carryover stocks fell to 6 percent of use in 2012, a historic low. Still, more than 40 percent of the 2012 corn harvest will likely go to fuel cars.
While corn exports from the United States were down in 2012, gasoline exports were up. Higher domestic production and reduced demand allowed the United States to export more oil products than it imported for the second year in a row—after more than six decades of being a net importer. The United States is still a net importer of crude oil, though. Instead of necessarily allowing more gasoline to reach U.S. markets, the proposed Keystone XL pipeline would bring the carbon-intensive Canadian tar sands oil closer to Gulf Coast export terminals for easier access to international markets.
A March 2013 report by the National Research Council describes policies and technologies that would allow the United States to cut its gasoline use 80 percent by 2050. Yet the data they used on the distances being driven only went through 2005, missing the recent drop, and many of the social trends that are starting to drive down car use were not incorporated. These trends are important to consider when envisioning energy and transportation policies for the future. This means rethinking mobility beyond private automobiles. And putting a price on carbon to encourage powering the cars still on the roads with carbon-free wind-sourced electricity can help move the United States beyond ecologically disruptive false solutions that raise food prices and further destabilize the climate.
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In one sense, the laptop computer has been a remarkably stable platform. The first laptop I ever used, the Data General One, was in 1984, and it was the prototype for all that followed. Yes, it ran MS-DOS on the command line, and it weighed 9 pounds, but with its LCD screen, flat keyboard and clam-shell case, this form factor has remained essentially the same for 26 years. But of course during that time laptop computers have become more portable, more powerful and more diverse.
Now, the definition of what constitutes a laptop computer is changing. Along with the laptop computer that will fit into your briefcase, there are netbooks that are enjoying explosive growth (because they’re really cheap) and tablets, which are getting a lot of hype. And there are computers that are called laptops but have a size and weight that would seriously strain anyone’s lap. And to make things more interesting, there are few lines among what constitutes a laptop, a netbook and a tablet.
No matter how you look at it, laptop computers are getting faster, lighter, more convenient and more capable. The biggest changes that are already starting to appear are in the choice of processors, the type of storage and the means of user input. As wireless infrastructure grows, these mobile computers are gaining wireless capabilities to match. And let’s not forget the form factor.
To some, the introduction of Apple’s iPad, as well as new tablets apparently under development at HP and Dell, may mean the end of the laptop. Experts, however, disagree.
“The iPad is not really a computer, it’s an appliance,” explained analyst Craig Mathias of Farpoint Group. He and others point out that the iPad is essentially a content-consumption device, and while it’s possible to create content with an iPad, it’s not really designed for that.
Analyst Jack Gold of J. Gold Associates explains. “A tablet is a window on the Internet,” Gold said. “It’s a physical instantiation of a browser.
However, the tablet-as-browser may also be its strength. It reduces the process of using a browser to its most basic form-an on-screen image and little else. As it’s delivered, the iPad isn’t particularly useful for creating documents or presentations; it does provide a convenient means of displaying them and providing a platform for presentations. Perhaps because of this, many companies are making plans to accommodate the iPad. One informal survey conducted by Citrix Systems, for example, reported that 83 percent of companies surveyed plan to provide access to personal iPads in some way.
In addition to convenience, the iPad has changed the view of what users expect of a tablet computer. Until now, the tablet PC ran Windows, used a stylus, was heavier and had a limited battery life. The slick interface, the light weight and the longer battery life of the iPad have raised those expectations for other tablets that might come to market in the future.
Of course a move into the enterprise implies that the iPad or any other tablet meets the needs of the enterprise in all the areas in which it has impact. For example, if it’s being used in health care, it must meet HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
requirements. Whether it meets all of the necessary compliance requirements is up to the IT office and the compliance auditors, but as is the case of so much else in IT, a great deal will depend on what use is planned for it.
In the case of tablets such as the iPad, the planned use means a great deal. “You’re not going to create a PowerPoint or write a 40-page document on a tablet,” analyst Gold said, noting that the target use has to be determined in every enterprise for this or any other tablet computer. For example, using an iPad as your window on the Internet to run Web-based applications might be a perfect use, but it could also be a challenge given Apple’s continued refusal to support Adobe’s Flash.
Other tablets that may appear in the near future could have similar limitations in meeting enterprise requirements. Right now, the exact nature of HP’s WebOS tablet (assuming it’s real) or perhaps an Android-based tablet, remains to be seen. Perhaps they’ll be more enterprise-ready, and perhaps they’ll be pure consumer devices with no real enterprise applications. But whatever form they take, Gold doubts they’ll be a true mainstream solution to general computing needs. “Why does this make my life easier, faster or better?” he asked. “Tablets were never a general solution for making my life better. One of the fundamental issues is that it’s got to be better than what I’ve got, or why buy it?”
The same is true to some extent with netbook computers. Their physical size makes them less than totally suitable for many of the tasks for which people use laptop computers. But to some extent the difference between netbooks and laptops is getting very fuzzy. Notebook makers are delivering devices called netbooks that have 12-inch screens and physically resemble highly portable laptop computers. The overlap is significant, and even one prior differentiator, the use of Intel’s Atom processor, is going away as some notebook or laptop computers adopt this low-power approach to computing.
The Distinction Is Blurring
In fact, the distinction between netboook and laptop computers may have already disappeared. Some analysts, including Mathias, already lump them together. Tablets, likewise, may be morphing into notebook computers more than supplanting them. The touch screen and multitouch technology that’s already being used on the iPad and on a variety of smartphones is pretty much a sure thing for laptop computers. Touch screens have been around for years, and so have tablets that can switch between being laptop computers and using touch-sensitive screens. The biggest difference that’s on the horizon will be the adoption of some of the technologies that have seen success in the tablet and mobile world. For example, Apple’s iPad uses the same operating environment as its iPod Touch. HP’s rumored Hurricane tablet may use Palm’s WebOS. These new environments will also bring their user interfaces and media display capabilities.
Another area that’s already making the transition from mobile devices to notebook computers is solid state storage. While rotating hard disks will clearly be around for a while because of their low price and high capacity, their days in the world of mobile computers, including laptops, are numbered. Solid state disks are immune from the moderate shocks of daily mobility, and also use less power, which in turn allows for greater battery life. Some netbook computers and a few notebook computers already offer solid state storage as an option, but rapid growth in that area is held back by the cost of providing large capacity solid state storage. While the cost will certainly change in the near future, solid state storage is still a ways out of the general run of portable computers.
In the shorter term, however, it’s starting to look like a few of the trends that are already showing up in consumer laptop computers have started to make their way into the enterprise as well. In addition, notebook computers will diversify even more than they already have, with desktop and workstation replacement devices becoming more common. In addition, according to Carol Hess-Nickels, HP’s director of Worldwide Business Notebook Marketing, you’re going to see big changes in industrial design.
Hess-Nickels said that new business notebooks will feature a variety of colors, but in addition will be thinner and lighter than what we’re used to seeing. Taking a page from the netbook approach, she said that optical drives for laptop computers will become optional to save weight. She also said that durability is growing in importance, and that more laptop computers will feature metal cases. Hess-Nickels also pointed out that enterprise notebooks will need to feature a long lifecycle (the reason for the emphasis on durability) and security features such as built-in encryption and biometric sensors.
Communications, both within the enterprise and externally, is growing in importance for laptop computers, and while wide area wireless support is already part of some laptops, it’s a feature that will be growing. The wireless capabilities will include GPS functionality that will enable GIS software and will also help in recovering lost or stolen devices. Hess-Nickels said that battery life is improving to as much as 24 hours between charges with new processors and better battery technology.
And tablets will come to the enterprise but will supplement rather than supplant laptop computers. They will be very important to health care, insurance and education, and to some extent will provide capabilities similar to the iPad while retaining the capability to be a secure, functioning enterprise device.
There is, of course, a series of improvements you may not see in the new laptop and tablet computers to come. Hess-Nickels said that HP is trying to satisfy the business needs to be as environmentally sensitive as possible, an effort that’s becoming common in enterprise notebook computers. She said this includes building machines that are recyclable, are free of environmental contaminants such as mercury and are manufactured in an environmentally sound manner.
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RSHA Reich security main office - organisation, activities, personnel / Stephen Tyas
- ISBN: 978-1-78155-867-6
- Physical Description: 664 stran : ilustrace (černobílé fotografie, portréty, grafická znázornění, tabulky) ; 25 cm
- Publisher: [Stroud] : Fonthill, 2022
During the Nazi regime in Germany, all police forces were centralised under the command of Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler. The political police (Gestapo), the criminal police (Kripo), and the security service (SD) were all brought together under the RSHA umbrella in 1939, commanded by SS-General Reinhard Heydrich. Using RSHA in Berlin as the centre, the web of Heydrich’s control extended into every corner of Nazi-occupied Europe. British and American intelligence agencies tried to get to grips with RSHA departments at the end of the war, knowing who was who and what they did, relying on what captured RSHA personnel told them along with intercepted documentation. To provide Allied intelligence officers in the field with accurate knowledge, the Counter Intelligence War Room (CIWR) was established to provide this information and list further Gestapo, Kripo, SD, and Abwehr officials to be arrested and interrogated. The informative CIWR reports used here give a precise examination of the RSHA by department, some detailing how Nazi jealousies and rivalries were more helpful to the Allied war effort than the Nazi cause - a portrayal of how Nazi Intelligence agencies went wrong.
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Isn’t it fun to have a new puppy joining the family? You just can’t wait to have the new furry body to be included in the house. But there is a slight problem. Are you ready for him? Do you know how to handle the new dog appropriately? Well, you don’t have to scratch your head over anything because we are here to help you.
Here is a guide to help you on how to handle a Golden Retriever Puppy.
- Pet the puppy firmly, but avoid the face
A lot of people do not know that a dog doesn’t love his face to be touched. Even when you are trying to bond with your new furry buddy, you might notice that he won’t live it if you are petting his head. Ideally, avoid putting your face in the dog’s face. Also, when you notice that the dog is licking his lips or yawning, it could be a sign that you are getting too close to him. In that case, you will need to back up.
- Pat the sides gently
You can also pat the side of the dog gently when you want to pet him. When doing it, make that pat firm, but gentle enough. Doing this will tell the dog that you want to play. Therefore, you should only do this if you are ready to spend some time and energy playing with the dog. If you aren’t prepared for some playtime, you shouldn’t do this.
- Teach the Golden Retriever some commands
As you are handling the dog, it would be great if you would teach him some simple commands. For instance, it is essential for every dog to learn basic commands like sit, lay down, stay, or come. Such commands will keep the dog safe in many situations. Plus, the dog should know how to walk on the leash. If you don’t have an idea of how to carry out the simple commands, attend a training class to help you with it.
By the way, if you need a good place to be, consider Sierra Golden Retrievers. They are renowned Golden retriever puppies Southern California breeders that have a good reputation all around Fallbrook, California.
- Use dog toys to engage the puppy
The dog might most likely love the tug or fetch game. In that case, you can find an ideal dog ball to engage the dog in a game. Besides that, you can use a large rope or any toy at home that cannot rip easily in a game of tug. As you play with the dog, remember that you are the master. So, you must be the one who decides when the games are over. This means that you should teach the dog to respect your call when it is “all done” or “enough.”
You can find plenty of Golden Retriever puppies available for adoption or sale. Just remember to go to the right breeder.
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Easy song-structure experiments with Cakewalk’s Arranger
How to easily rearrange sections of a song in Cakewalk By BandLab and experiment with structures in a non-destructive way.
In partnership with BandLab
In previous versions of Cakewalk, trying different project arrangements could be cumbersome. The only way to move sections of a song was to copy and paste. While ripple-editing helped speed up the process, arranging was still a time-consuming endeavour. Since the introduction of its Arranger features, however, Cakewalk By BandLab now gives you the tools to quickly and easily rearrange sections of a song and experiment with structures in a non-destructive way.
The Arranger consists of two main tools. A song’s structure is defined via Arranger tracks, with arrangements created via the Arranger Inspector. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to create new arrangements from an existing demo song. The demo was created using the free Modern Lo-Fi Pack, which can be downloaded from BandLab Sounds.
1. Defining your structure
To start, open the Arranger Inspector and track simultaneously by clicking the Show/Hide Arranger button. It’s best to widen your track for easier editing too.
Next, designate the different parts of your song by creating Sections. This can be done in a variety of ways but one of the quickest is by making a selection, right-clicking the Time Ruler and choosing Create Section from Selection. Our demo project has four sections, each consisting of four measures, except for the ending, which has six.
Cakewalk will automatically name and colour each section. In this case, leave these colors alone but designate a Type for each section as follows: Intro, Verse, Chorus, Ending. Designating a Type will automatically rename the section and allow the application of saved arrangements in different projects, which we’ll discuss later.
2. Creating a quick arrangement
The newly created sections are listed in the Sections area of the Arranger Inspector. These can be dragged and dropped into the Arrangements area to create new arrangements. Create the following arrangement: Intro, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Ending.
3. Adding variation via multiple Arranger tracks
Add variation by defining the first half of the verse as a pre-chorus section using a second Arranger track. You can have up to eight Arranger tracks in a project.
Now drag the Pre-Chorus section into the arrangement so that it sits between the second Verse, Chorus set.
4. Adding more variation with Arranger editing
Right now, your current arrangement shouldn’t sound bad but it will likely lack variety. Click the Verse to select it and then Ctrl+drag it to a new area of the timeline to make a copy. Change its Type to Bridge. Notice that it can be placed anywhere on the timeline because the Arranger controls the flow of playback, which means that sections don’t have to be placed in a linear order.
Next, delete the clips in tracks 1, 3, and 5.
Now drag the Bridge section into the arrangement so that it sits between the Chorus and Ending.
5. Saving the Arrangement as a Template
By defining the Type of each section, arrangements can be saved and then loaded into different projects. First, save your arrangement as an Arranger Template. Then create a new arrangement by loading a Template from a collection of pre-existing arrangements that are included with Cakewalk.
If the arrangement contains a Section Type that doesn’t exist in the current project, Cakewalk will make its best guess as to how to fill that part of the arrangement with an existing section.
6. Exporting the Arrangement to audio
Since Cakewalk allows you to create an unlimited number of arrangements within a project, a fantastic way to quickly compare them is to export them to audio and listen to them outside the studio. All created arrangements can be quickly and easily converted to audio simultaneously.
7. Converting the Arrangement into a Project
Once you have an arrangement you like, you can transform it into a linear project, which you can then continue developing, editing and mixing into a full-blown song.
The Arranger features in Cakewalk not only provide you with the means to try different song structures but also grant you powerful songwriting and editing functionality. You can create radio edits, designate subsets of songs to use as beats or loops, and even produce an unlimited number of song variations. Once you start experimenting with the Arranger, you won’t want to stop.
BandLab is the flagship digital product in BandLab Technologies’ portfolio of music brands, and a leading social music creation platform with a global reach of over 37 million users. Through its best-in-class digital audio workstation (DAW) and audio hardware division, BandLab empowers creators to make music and share their creative process with musicians and fans on an unprecedented level.
The BandLab product family also includes BandLab for Education, an award-winning music creation platform with classroom management tools, and Cakewalk by BandLab, a professional-level digital recording studio for career musicians and producers.
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Crews kept up their steady progress Monday in bringing the massive Woolsey fire under control as they grappled with strong winds and high temperatures to reach 30 percent containment of a blaze that might have been ignited by failed electrical equipment and had already consumed 93,662 acres and put residents across Southern California on edge.
Favorable weather overnight on Sunday, following a lull in the wind on Saturday, gave crews who have spent several grueling days battling the blaze the chance gain a foothold on a crisis that has terrified residents, exhausted firefighters and left a trail of devastation in its wake. Late Monday, President Donald Trump said he had approved financial assistance for the state to help with the major fires still burning in Northern California and in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
Some of the thousands of residents forced to flee the firestorm late last week were beginning to return, while a stretch of the 101 Freeway in the fire area that had been closed for days re-opened.
Despite progress, authorities aren’t letting their guard down. The quick breakout of a smaller brush fire in Simi Valley late Monday morning illustrated how fast flames can move through the wind-swept region. That blaze, called the Peak fire, burned 186 acres before it was contained.
Santa Ana winds are expected to pick up speed through Wednesday, and the dangerous combination of erratic gusts, high temperatures and low humidity remains, raising the prospect of the fire lines expanding once again, or of embers within the fire’s existing footprint getting out of control.
“The winds play a major factor,” Cal Fire Division Chief Chris Anthony said Monday. “Given how dry things are, and how explosive conditions can be, just a little wind can make a big difference. We’re concerned but we’re prepared. We still have a lot of work to do.”
Here is the latest high resolution HRRR Smoke model. Much of the smoke will continue to push into the coastal waters due to the continued Santa Ana Winds today. #WoolseyFire #cawx #LAweather pic.twitter.com/RVaSmwe3tj
— NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) November 12, 2018
At least 435 structures have been destroyed – homes, commercial buildings and outbuildings in remote areas – and 265,000 people in Los Angeles and Ventura counties displaced by the flames. Authorities have confirmed two deaths believed to be tied to the fire, along with three injuries to firefighters.
“Although we lost more than 300 structures, we emphasize there were more than 50,000 structures at risk that are still here,” Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby said.
Erupting near the former Rocketdyne site south of Simi Valley in Ventura County on Thursday, the firestorm moved rapidly as it crossed the county line, jumped the 101 Freeway and burned through countless neighborhoods on Friday along its path toward the sea. Saturday’s mellow winds allowed crews to begin focusing on setting up a perimeter around the edges of the fire, as well as more directly targeting flare-ups within the existing fire areas. Water and fire retardant drops weren’t blown off target.
By the end of Saturday, crews had reached 5 percent containment. That grew to 15 percent by late Sunday, 20 percent on Monday morning and 30 percent Monday evening, Cal Fire said.
The cause of the fire remained under investigation.
However, state regulators on Monday confirmed they were looking into potential malfunctions in Southern California Edison electrical equipment near ground zero of the blaze minutes before the fire broke out. Neither SCE nor the California Public Utilities Commission could be reached for further comment.
As the firestorm died down, residents over the past several days have gotten their first look at damage left behind.
Some – including residents of Westlake Village, Agoura Hills and West Hills – have been allowed to return.
#WoolseyFire; 7:47PM; ALL evacuations within the City of Los Angeles borders are LIFTED (West Hills); If you are a resident of the City of Los Angeles, you may now safely return to your home without restriction;For resources … https://t.co/gPXIAIcjQB
— LAFD (@LAFD) November 13, 2018
For others – including residents in still-evacuated portions of Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Topanga and Malibu – uncertainty remained.
Around 9 a.m. Monday, around two-dozen residents braved the cold and wind to wait their turn for a police escort back to their Bell Canyon homes, where they were allowed to retrieve medications and other necessities.
The local homeowners’ association was providing residents with a list of 30 to 35 homes that burned in the canyon. But, with law enforcement still surveying the fire’s destruction, an official list of damaged homes had yet to be completed.
Robert Walker, who lives in Bell Canyon with his wife and daughter, said he heard his home was among those that had not been damaged. But he had heard that four or five houses on the next street over from his were destroyed.
“It drives home that very bad things happen to very good people,” he said.
The patchwork of destruction is typical of wind-driven fires like the Woolsey, said LAFD Deputy Chief Trevor Richmond.
Powerful winds can spread embers from a wildfire up to one-quarter of a mile away, he said. And dry conditions – humidity in the region was just 5 percent on Monday – helps embers burn longer, allowing them to stay lit in the air longer and travel farther.
Richmond said the Woolsey fire was among the most destructive he’s ever seen.
“In 31 years, I can’t recall seeing a fire burn as quickly as this one did,” Richmond said. “I am very surprised this fire has not been more catastrophic.”
Enid Taylor, who lives in Bell Canyon with her husband and twin daughters, said it was difficult to be sure the family home survived given there have only been a few unofficial surveys of the neighborhood’s hundreds of homes. Her family has lived through several fires, including one that scorched much of the area in 2005, and the latest evacuation has only hastened their desire to leave the canyon.
“We’ll be selling our house soon,” Taylor said.
In Malibu, Robert Sherry, a 31-year-resident of Point Dume, said he had never seen anything as destructive as this firestorm, despite having lived through at least four fires in the area.
“It was so indiscriminate,” Sherry said.
For some, there was nothing left but to pick up the pieces. Lexi Randazzo, the manager of Sip Malibu Grapes and Kristie’s BBQ, both of which were destroyed, took time Monday morning to take photos for insurance.
“This is life,” Randazzo said.
Fire officials hope to have enough of the fire knocked down to get more residents back home later in the week. But it will likely take longer to get all the hot spots under control.
“We will be out here for the next week or two to mop this fire up,” Osby said.
Resources are stretched thin, between the Woolsey fire in Los Angeles and Ventura counties, as well as the Camp fire that has killed dozens, burned more than 100,000 acres and destroyed 6,700-plus structures in Northern California. Crews were also still battling the smaller Hill fire, which was 85 percent contained after burning around 4,500 acres in the Camarillo area in Ventura County, plus the smaller fires that popped up and were tackled in Ventura County on Monday.
Statewide, an estimated 8,000 firefighters were battling the three major wind-driven fires. Reinforcements from surrounding states, and from Texas, were lending a hand.
On Monday evening, the White House announced it would send federal aid for state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by California’s latest wildfires.
I just approved an expedited request for a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of California. Wanted to respond quickly in order to alleviate some of the incredible suffering going on. I am with you all the way. God Bless all of the victims and families affected.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 13, 2018
In a statement, the White House said it would provide grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, programs to help individuals and business owners, and funding for state, tribal, and local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work for the Butte, Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
The White House’s announcement of federal aid comes several days after President Trump unleashed a tweetstorm of reactions on Saturday when he threatened to withhold federal payments to California, blaming the “massive, deadly and costly forest fires” on poor “forest management” and threatening to withhold federal funds.
Gov. Jerry Brown had previously requested federal aid in a statement issued Sunday.
State Sen. Henry Stern, D-Canoga Park, said the destruction to some neighborhoods has been devastating, with entire blocks of homes burned to the ground.
Most of that destruction occurred in Stern’s hilly, suburban district straddling Ventura County and the western edge of Los Angeles County. Between the fires and the mass shooting on Thursday at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, Stern said his community has been “shattered.”
REO Speedwagon on Monday announced that the band was turning a January gig in Thousand Oaks into a fundraiser for the victim’s of the Borderline nightclub shooting and the Woolsey fire. Concerts are scheduled to take place in the Fred Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic ARts Plaza on Jan. 12 and Jan. 13.)
“We’re just going to have to put everything back together, piece by piece,” the senator said.
Staff writer Scott Schwebke and City News Service contributed to this report.
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Diabetes mellitus is a challenging disease; its health damage on human population is increase globally. The need for remedy of diabetes is progressively pursued by professionals. The adverse effect of synthetic drugs such as metformin and glibenclamide are becoming a source of concern. This paves way for herbal therapy with no or minimal site effect to control and treat diabetes mellitus. This research evaluates the effect of Irvingia gabonesis seeds extract on some lipid profile indices of wistar albino rats. Glibenclamide was used as a control standard drug. A 200 mg/kg of alloxan was used to induce diabetes on rats after fasting. The median lethal dose was ascertained at 5000 mg/kg of the extract, with no indication of toxicity. Upon induction of alloxan, fasting blood glucose was significantly (p<0.05) high, which indicates defectiveness of insulin or damage pancreatic beta cells. The control group treated with Glibenclamide had low blood sugar level, compared to diabetic rats. Total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein levels treated with 100 mg/kg of the extract was significantly (p<0.05) lower than the group treated with 200 mg/kg. Triacylglycerol concentration was significantly (p<0.05) lower in rat treated with 200 mg/kg of the extracts than rats treated with 100 mg/kg of the extract, compared to the normal control. High density lipoprotein (HDL) of the treated rats was significantly (p<0.05) higher compared to the control diabetic rats. The lipid peroxidation index reduced significantly (p<0.05) in treated groups compared to the control group and extracts treated groups relative to the diabetic untreated rats (control). Findings suggests that Irvingia gabonesis seeds extracts is considerably safe and potential therapy for management and control of type 2 diabetes mellitus, due to its ability to lower blood glucose level and ameliorate the effect on lipid profile.
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Plastic pollution is killing marine megafauna, but how do we prioritize policies to reduce mortality?
Roman, L and Schuyler, Q and Wilcox, C and Hardesty, BD, Plastic pollution is killing marine megafauna, but how do we prioritize policies to reduce mortality?, Conservation Letters, 14, (2) Article e12781. ISSN 1755-263X (2021) [Refereed Article]
Pollution by plastic and other debris is a problem affecting the world's oceans and is increasing through time. The problem is so large that prioritizing solutions to effect meaningful change may seem overwhelming to the public and policy makers. Marine megafauna are known to mistakenly eat anthropogenic debris and die from consequent gastrointestinal blockages, perforations and malnutrition, as well as suffer sublethal impacts. We collated information on which specific items were ingested and responsible for causing death across 80 marine species, including cetaceans, pinnipeds, sea turtles, and seabirds. We evaluated which items were responsible for the highest mortality, and which, if reduced by policy responses or other means, could result in the largest reduction in debris mortality. A limited number of consumer items were shown to be responsible for most megafauna deaths. Flexible plastic is responsible for the largest proportion of debris deaths, primarily due to gastric obstructions. Disproportionately lethal items included plastic bags/sheets/packaging, rope/fishing nets, fishing tackle and balloons/latex. Smaller items, including "microplastics," though abundant, were seldom implicated in mortality. We provide suggestions to directly curb debris deaths of marine megafauna by prioritizing policies that would reduce or eliminate the input of disproportionately hazardous items into the marine system.
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Reimagining the Future of Hessen by SingularityU Frankfurt Chapter
27. Mai 2019 | 18:00 – 20:3010Euro
This is the first ever Reimagining the Future of Hessen evening organized by the Singularity University Chapter Frankfurt. Collectively we will explore how the power of technology can inspire Massive Transformational Purpose and Exponential Impact to transform ourselves and shape a sustainable future for the planet.
The goals of the event are:
- introduce exponential mindset and technologies,
- create and coordinate the local community,
- and identify a local sustainable action we would like to pursue as a community.
The event will be highly interactive: we will ask you to express your idea, give feedback and vote various proposals during the 2 hours together.
Following an initial introduction of the event, five inspiring speakers will be introduced:
- Angel Maria Herrera (Serial Entrepreneur) :Exponential Purpose: the secret for a successful startup
- Lars Peter Thiesen (Manager at Opel Automotive): Hydrogen and fuel cell
- Linda Feld (Sales & Business Development Manager at ioki): Smart ride pooling: integrated DRT solutions as a game changer for today’s mobility challenges.
- Martina Panchella (Senior Manager and Lecturer): Creating your future.
- Stefan Hafner (R+V Lab, MO14) Faced with Connectivity-AuonomousX-Sharing-Emobility .
Katrin Redmann (SAPNextGen, SAP SE) will run a workshop that will aim to design the future actions of the Singularity University community and understand the ideas the audience has around a possible local and global impact we could aim at as a Singularity University Community.
And Robin Weninger ( Advisory Board Member at Zigurat Innovation & Technology Business School) as our Moderator.
A networking opportunity will close the event.
Please note that you don’t need to be a tech expert. Collective intelligence will allow each of us to unleash our creativity.
There will be light snacks available that will allow a cozy and warm experience.
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How To Determine If You're Drinking Too Much or Too Little Water
This week's Addicted to Fitness focuses on the appropriate amount of water a person should drink. Nick and Shannon discuss daily water recommendations, the idea of drinking to thirst, and using "urine observation" to determine if you're hydrated or dehydrated. Follow the newly created podcast profile on Instagram @TheATFPodcast. Give it a listen and let us know what you think by leaving a rating & review in Apple Podcasts.
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Ouranography: Or Heaven Opened: The Substance of Cardinal Bellarmine's Five Books Concerning the Eternal Felicity of the Saints
W. Rogers, 1710 - 276 من الصفحات
ما يقوله الناس - كتابة مراجعة
لم نعثر على أي مراجعات في الأماكن المعتادة.
طبعات أخرى - عرض جميع المقتطفات
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الصفحة 12 - I blessed the most High, and I praised and honoured him that liveth for ever, whose dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom is from generation to generation : and all the inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing : and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?
الصفحة 155 - Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown ; but we an incorruptible. I therefore so run, not as uncertainly ; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air ; but I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection ; lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a cast-away.
الصفحة 257 - Then the master of the house, being angry, said to his servant, go out quickly into the streets, and lanes of the city, and bring in hither the poor, and the maimed, and the halt, and the blind.
الصفحة 40 - Blessed are ye when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man's sake. Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.
الصفحة 249 - ... that they be not high-minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy ; that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.
الصفحة 68 - I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven: But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness : there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
الصفحة 129 - ... how shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him; God also bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with divers miracles, and gifts of the Holy Ghost, according to his own will?
الصفحة 40 - My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations ; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
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Exempt Employee Timesheet Template
is a method of recording the epoch employees spend on the work. In this method, employees’ begin and end times, as with ease as the projects and enactment they have been operating on, are traditionally filled out on one sheet of paper. Depending upon the type of data required, the period sheet can be completed by employees or their supervisors.
Because directory scheduling and scheduling is often time-consuming and error-prone all day, it’s much easier and more efficient to occupy out a predefined Timesheet template.
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Free Exempt Employee Timesheet Template
are pre-formatted documents – Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PDF files – employers use their employees or contractors to keep time. The type of templates employers craving depends upon their payment scheme – weekly, fortnightly, monthly, daily, semi-annually. For companies as soon as more than 10 employees, upgrading to automated planning software can save man hours.
Do you see after wages carefully all week and spend valuable become old developing your business? house Timesheet is a clear online scheduling application once a drag-and-drop scheduling tool, an online Timesheet behind automatic error tracking, and clear app-based clocks for easy synchronization. It is as well as synchronized when popular payroll software such as Gusto to simplify payroll. Track the practicing hours of your employees for free.
|Free Timesheet Templates||When to Use it|
|Weekly Timesheet||Use this weekly timesheet if you need to calculate employee time worked, paid time off (PTO), and wages every week.|
|Biweekly Timesheet||Use this timesheet if you pay or calculate wages every two weeks.|
|Monthly Timesheet||Use this free timesheet template if you pay or calculate wages every month.|
|Daily Timesheet||Use this free timesheet template if you pay or calculate wages once per month.|
|Semimonthly Timesheet||Use this free timesheet template if you pay or calculate wages twice per month.|
|Project Timesheet||This template can be used by freelancers or contractors who need to calculate hours worked on projects.|
Template for a monthly plot Template for a half-monthly scheme Template for a weekly scheme Template for a weekly plot Template for a daily plan for the staff Template for a daily plot for the officer Template for a project plan
Use this Timesheet template later than you calculate your employees’ matter hours and pay monthly. As bearing in mind previous templates, you can download a PDF template or an Excel spreadsheet. To manually fill in the template, clearly print it out.
Timesheet for half a month
Use this timeline template, if you are calculating the salary of your employees half-yearly, one half of the salary for the 1-15. day of the month and the additional half for the 16-17. daylight of the month. Just enter a month and definite this easy Timesheet. You can still download it in PDF format, print it out and fill it in manually. Or, download it as an Excel spreadsheet and fill it out on your device.
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Use this Timesheet template later than you calculate your employee’s keen hours and pay on a weekly basis. Employees can grow begin and stop era and specify the grow old of sick leave or ill leave previously the superintendent calculates their hours worked, overtime, sum hours worked, and pay. If required by your company’s policies, they can then total their lunch breaks. If you would once to amass the directory fake hours, download the PDF template, print it and fill it out. If you would once your hours worked to be calculated for you, download the Excel spreadsheet, enter the time, and display the numbers. automatically calculated.
Once all two weeks
Use this Timesheet template later than you calculate the keen get older of your employees and pay all two weeks. If you desire to manually grow business hours, download the PDF template. If you want the involved hours to be calculated for you, download the Excel spreadsheet, enter the epoch and calculate the numbers automatically.
Employees Daily Timetable
Use this Timesheet to keep track of how your employees spend their grow old each day and later than they fake from one to-do to another. You can pick amid a PDF file or an Excel spreadsheet again.
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Use this Timesheet template to fill out specifications for your projects – which projects your employees worked on during a unconditional payment period, which customers, which endeavors were performed in that work, the start and stop mature of each project, and the paid hours. pick with a PDF file and an Excel Tasking Template as needed.
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Clockify allows you and your team to occupy out a digital Timesheet every day, week, and month, as with ease as scrap book holidays, vacations, and PTOs.
Clockify is a modern employee application that runs in a browser. Clockify makes it easy to combined Timesheets and analyze time, in view of that you no longer compulsion to fill out, scan and gathering paper epoch sheets.
You can increase hourly rates for each department, team member, project, and team aficionada lively on a specific project and calculate their wages in accordance past the perfect hourly rate.
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As mentioned earlier, a professional Timesheet can be a useful tool for monitoring your employees.
Here are a few reasons why you should use a Timesheet:
Keep records and resolve disputes
The main reason employers use become old sheets is to keep track of how many hours their employees feat and sticker album overtime. Ensuring organized and obedient tracking of the volume of acquit yourself performed by their employees is an indicator of the effectiveness of their work. If their payment is associated to hours worked (for example, for non-staff or covenant employees), a era sheet will encourage pay.
It furthermore avoids the issue as soon as significant disputes arise along with the employer and the employee roughly wages for fake performed and subsequent overtime pay. previously there is an accurate autograph album of hours worked, these wage disputes are easily resolved.
Providing accurate quotes for customers
Another advantage of recording hours worked is that it is easier to create accurate offers to customers. in imitation of a well-behaved Timesheet, independent contractors can more confidently make offers to customers. It moreover increases the transparency of the entire process, as customers know how many hours they completed certain tasks and why they are charged X for these paid hours.
Improve task performance
In a detailed Timesheet, employees can list the time they spend every day on repetitive tasks. Employers can use this information to calculate how many hours these particular tasks usually say yes and to lump team productivity for repetitive and regular tasks. Using an accurate method of measuring hours worked, the compensation epoch for employees can be adjusted to compensate for sick leave.
However, creating a spreadsheet from scrape to track hours worked and next calculating a pleasing hourly rate can be a tedious process, especially if you do it manually upon paper receipts.
This is one of the biggest complaints we hear from little matter owners who have just hired their first employee or freelancer and complete not think they are good to invest heavily in software such as a payment card calculator. The scheduling process is quite effective.
Now that you have a completed, pardon schedule template, it’s epoch to introduce it to your staff and create the comprehensive process as smooth as possible.
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While some companies nevertheless use paper cards, most have switched to online boards to support distribution.
- You can upload an online spreadsheet to a shared workbook, such as Google Docs or Dropbox, that any employee can access at any time.
- If your employees measure in very oscillate conditions and require oscillate schedules, you can always email them personally at any time.
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Keep It Simple
You desire your schedule to be as simple as possible. Your employees should not be ashamed more or less where and what they should contribute. Tables should simplify become old tracking for employers and employees, not the other artifice around.
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Braces are appliances that are put on the teeth to align them. They are composed of three main components; bands, brackets and archwire.
Bands are ring-shaped metallic components bonded to four first molars in the mouth. It has a central tube that provides support to the archwire.
Brackets are square or rectangular-shaped components that are bonded to the upper and lower teeth. They have slots that provide attachment to the active components of the braces such as archwire and power chain and deliver force from the active component to the teeth.
The archwire is a u-shape metalic wire made of different materials (stainless steel or nickle-titanium) and varying thicknesses that transfers force to the teeth through brackets. It is changed every month and moves the teeth to the desired position.
The procedure of braces placement is described in detail here.
There are different varieties of brackets or braces available and the choice of brackets depends on the patient’s affordability and individual case requirements.
Edgewise or traditional brackets
Edgewise or traditional brackets are the commonest and the most affordable type of brackets available. They were introduced in 1928 and are used ever since with several modifications.
They have a horizontal slot that houses the archwire. The archwire is held in the slot by an elastic tie called an o-ring. O-rings are available in different colours. Young patients love to select their colour and wish to get a new colour every time.
They are made of stainless steel and are often a concern for the patients due to poor aesthetics. They are also initially uncomfortable for the patients and can leave indentations on the inner surface of cheeks and lips.
They are less expensive and can be sterilized and reused if they come off (debond).
Due to their hardness, they resist deformation and fracture. They exhibit the least friction at the wire bracket interface and therfore prolongs the treatment duration. Furthermore, they can corrode and cause staining of teeth.
They were introduced in 1980. The bracket has a door mechanism that is opened and closed to hold the archwires. They don’t require an elastic tie to hold the wire as compared to the traditional brackets.
They have enhanced efficiency and are simple to use. They offer reduced friction at the bracket and wire interface and thus reduce the overall treatment time. They efficiently align the severely irregular teeth and also gives better plaque control.
They are also less uncomfortable for the patients and reduce the risk of dentist and patient injury such as puncture wounds because of their smooth, curved outer surfaces.
They are made up of stainless. Yet, they aren’t aesthetically pleasing and the patient tends to have a metallic smile. They are costly in comparison to the standard edgewise brackets.
Because of their low friction design, some practitioners feel they need trouble expressing the minor tooth movements necessary to end cases.
The more contact between the archwire and bracket slots (the greater the friction) is required for precise movements for finishing a case.
They were introduced in 1996 by Dr Dwight Damon. They are self-ligating brackets but offer the least frictional resistance to the archwire of all the brackets available. They have the following advantages over the other types.
- They tend to expand the arches and reduce the need for tooth removal to align the teeth.
- It reduces the overall duration of treatment by up to 7 months and also decreases the number of appointments.
- Reduced pain is experienced by the patients as the force applied to the teeth is kept minimal throughout the treatment.
- Less chair-side time due to locking door system and no use of elastic ligatures.
Plastic brackets were first introduced in the 1970s. They are made from polycarbonate or a modified sort of polycarbonate. They were developed to improve the aesthetics of the appliances.
Plastic brackets are available in tooth-coloured or transparent forms, however, they discolour particularly in patients who smoke or drink coffee.
Another drawback of these brackets over the stainless steel edgewise is the distortion of their slots because of the poor dimensional stability of the material.
Lastly, the friction between plastic brackets and the metal archwire is higher than metal and therefore require a little longer for the treatment to complete.
Ceramic brackets began in practice in the late 1980s. They are composed of either polycrystalline or monocrystalline alumina based on their distinct method of fabrication.
The primary ceramic brackets were monocrystalline which were milled from single crystals of sapphire using dimensional tools. Later polycrystalline zirconium or zirconium are introduced to alumina ceramic brackets.
They have improved esthetics and enamel-like translucency and resist staining better than plastic brackets. Moreover, they are more resistant to wear and deformation and are less prone to plaque build-up than stainless steel brackets.
These brackets are known for their hardness. They are harder than the tooth enamel and can damage it if brought in contact with it. It is important to keep in mind that your lower bracket shall not touch the enamel of your upper teeth when you chew or make contact with your back teeth. It can occur in patients who have deep bite.
Regardless, they offer greater frictional resistance between the bracket slot and archwire and can diminish the pace of tooth movement.
Ceramic brackets can not be reused and need a new replacement. This can cost you a new bracket every time you debond your bracket. It is important to know that manufacturers instruct to recycle a ceramic bracket once it’s used. However, some clinics use some laboratory techniques to reuse them.
Another shortcoming of Ceramic brackets is their lack of flexibility. In other words, rigid ceramic and enamel have little ability to disperse debracketing forces applied by pliers at the end of treatment or if it is required to reposition the bracket. Thus, there are chances of bracket fracture or enamel damage if proper care and technique (laser, electrothermal or ultrasonic) are not used.
This system consists of specially designed brackets which are placed on the surface of teeth facing the roof of the mouth. This appliance is used in selective cases.
These braces are custom-made for your teeth. Your orthodontist takes an accurate impression or digital scan of your teeth, which is then used to create customised wires and brackets that will snugly fit along the line of your teeth and help to gradually move them into the desired position.
The brackets are not visible and thus are highly aesthetic. People whose primary concern to have no show brackets such as people in media industry, it’s an ideal option for them. However, these brackets are very expensive.
They cause no damage to the outer surface of teeth. On the contrary, they can cause difficulty in eating and speech. Because of their inside placement, you need to avoid hard foods and eat the ones that are soft, nutritious and low in sugar. Maintenance of oral hygiene is critical as plaque deposition can lead to gum inflammation (gingivitis).
Furthermore, they take longer time to place because of the difficulty of placement on the inner surface of teeth. The brackets are made of soft precious metal such as gold and possesses a very smooth surface to avoid any injury to the tongue. However, any sharp edge of wire can hurt the tongue.
The article summarizes the types and the functions of orthodontic brackets. As technology advances new brackets are replacing the older ones that are more aesthetic and efficient. Regardless, every type has their own pros and cons and its their selection is based on the individual case requirement and affordability of the patient.
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For the Supreme Court of the State of New York, the prescribed venue of an action is codified at and statutorily authorized by Article 5 of the CPLR. The statutory scheme provides that “notwithstanding the provisions of this article, the place of trial of an action shall be in the county designated by the plaintiff, unless the place of trial is changed to another county by order of the court upon motion or by consent” (CPLR §509). As such, unless the parties have by prior written agreement fixed the venue of an action, CPLR Article 5 permits the plaintiff the right to make the initial selection of an appropriate venue.
Pursuant to CPLR §503(a), venue is predicated upon the residence of one of the parties at the time the action is commenced, not where the cause of action arose. However, CPLR §510(1) provides that the “court, upon motion, may change the place of trial of an action where: the county designated for that purpose is not a proper county.” And, it is settled that upon a motion by defendants to change said venue, defendants bear the burden to establish that the plaintiff”s choice of forum is not appropriate, or that other factors and circumstances require that venue be changed. In addition, it is settled that “unless the balance is strongly in favor of the defendant, the plaintiff’s choice of forum should rarely be disturbed”.
Here, defendants fail to demonstrate that plaintiffs move to Pennsylvania shortly after commencing the instant action evidences a lack of intent to retain New York County as a permanent residence sufficient to defeat New York County as a basis for venue.
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Size Up & Critical Decision Making
Is there a promotional exam in your future? Are you looking to be a better fire officer? Then look no further. This course will examine the requirements needed for a thorough and complete initial size-up that sets the tone for successful fire ground operations while painting a picture for other responders. This will include a review of the critical factors to consider when developing your Incident Action Plan and your Risk Management Plan. By the end of the course you will be able to give repeated size-ups to multiple types of scenarios. The class is fire instructor and fire inspector oriented as both share an integral part of the overall process. The instructor is able to continue and improve the ongoing training process and the inspector from the post incident investigation analysis.
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The Quest Project® Manifesto
As a 20+ year retired Captain of the United States Air Force it goes without saying I love my country and am proud to be an American!
Where else do you have the opportunity to be who you want to be, achieve your goals and debate your beliefs through freedom of speech.
My observation, we could use more positive; we should be reminded to respect and be respectful!
Life is What You Make It
Some of what I hear, see and read is negative. I feel there is a disproportionate focus on the negative. As a licensed professional counselor, I teach the importance of positive reinforcement in leading a healthy life.
I was abused as a kid by my alcoholic father, I am proof that you CAN overcome your circumstances and environment. I had to seek out a positive mentor in my life and not settle for the negative influence(s) of my dad. I joined the Air Force and served my country because I chose to; I love and appreciate my freedom. I achieved my goals and became a Doctor because I made the choice to work hard and stay focused.
By setting goals and creating my mission: “to create healthy lifestyles by teaching, facilitating, writing, research and example,” I can use the pain of my childhood as an example in helping boys become better men.
The Quest Project Manifesto
A manifesto is “a written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer.”
I created the manifesto to reinforce and remind the men I work with of their responsibility and values!
Upon completion of the 10-week The Quest Project® program, participants declare their intention by reciting The Quest Project Manifesto©.
I hope you’ll take a minute, pause and read it aloud!
As a man among many, I will stand for something.
I will be strong when the world asks me to be strong.
And soft when the world needs me to be soft.
I will make progress, not excuses. I will earn the right to manhood. I will re-earn it.
I will respect women. And I will support my brothers.
We will confront our trauma. Deal with it. Move past it. Grow.
We won’t settle for the immaturity of boyhood, nor the toxicity imposed by society.
We will own our shit and strike the drum of manhood with consistency and resolve.
We will be ourselves, then prove ourselves.
This is my journey. This is our Quest.
We all have made covenants, taken oaths or made a pledge; as Americans we recite the “Pledge of Allegiance!” The common thread is they are a declaration of doing something.
It’s a powerful experience to be in a room with 15 to 20 men declaring their intention. It’s one of the things I’m most proud of!
I hope you’ll pass this on and….”pay it forward!”
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If I had a garden I would set aside a patch for growing herbs. How nice it would be to gather them fresh for a recipe – to make mint sauce to go with lamb or add basil to a tomato sauce for pasta or to chop some fresh parsley for a garnish. Luckily my supermarket has a wide range of fresh herbs – oregano, thyme, rosemary, sage and dill among others.
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Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees
4 oz. rice noodles
1 x chicken breast
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 tbsp. olive
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 an English cucumber – sliced then each slice quartered
12 black olives – cut into quarters
2 oz. feta cheese – cut into little cubes
Juice and zest of 1/2 a lemon
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. dill – finely chopped
1/4 of a shallot – finely chopped
Cook the rice noodles in boiling water for 5 minutes, drain and leave to cool.
Place chicken breast on a piece of aluminum dish in an ovenproof dish, pour over the lemon juice and olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Make a parcel out of the aluminum foil, place in the oven and cook for 30 minutes until cooked through. Remove from oven, let cool then cut into bite-size pieces.
Into a large bowl put the rice noodles, chicken pieces, cucumber, olives and feta cheese.
Make the dressing by whisking together the juice and zest of 1/2 a lemon, Dijon mustard, olive oil, dill and shallot. Pour dressing into the bowl and toss together well (the ‘hands’ in the photo and really good for tossing the salad and separating the strands of noodles).
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UW–Platteville has been the fastest growing four-year campus in the UW System for the past several years.
Much of that growth is the result of growth in the School of Agriculture, whose enrollment has almost doubled since 1995.
The 100 years in which what now is UW–Platteville has offered agriculture courses has seen considerable ups and downs, including the Dust Bowl of the 1930s and the farm crisis of the 1980s.
Today, though, agriculture is a growth field, so to speak. The Wisconsin Agricultural Education and Workforce Development Council projects more than 132,000 openings in agricultural-related fields in this state through 2020, one-third of which are estimated to be new positions.
In a state in which one in nine jobs are related to agriculture, and 12 percent of Wisconsin workers have jobs in an agriculture-related field, many of those jobs will be filled by School of Agriculture graduates.
“Our ag programs in general have been growing like crazy,” said Wayne Weber, dean of the UW–Platteville College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture. “We’ve over-doubled what we were in the last decade.”
“Employers believe our students hit the ground running and are very well prepared,” said Dr. Michael Compton, director of the School of Agriculture. “A major contributor to that is the amount of hands-on activity students experience. Students get so much in the classroom but there also needs to be some other high impact activity that students can get into a little more in-depth.”
One major reason for the popularity of UW–Platteville agriculture is the opportunity to learn agriculture by doing agriculture at UW–Platteville’s Pioneer Farm. A farm has been on or connected to campus ever since the ag program began in 1914.
Weber calls UWP a “very much a hands-on experiential learning campus, and the Pioneer Farm works right into that, because it’s a large living laboratory.”
In addition to its use by students and researchers, the Pioneer Farm is used to train staff for such state agencies as UW–Extension and the Department of Natural Resources, people who will work with farmers but don’t necessarily have a farm background.
The farm employs between 15 and 25 students. “They’re going to school here and they’re doing day-to-day activities on the farm,” said Charles Steiner, director of the Pioneer Farm.
The School of Agriculture offers six majors — animal science, agribusiness, agriculture education, ornamental horticulture, soil and crop science, and reclamation, environment and conservation.
“Students go back to the farm and make the family farm more profitable,” said Weber. “The other thing is that these students are highly valued in the industry,” including such businesses as agricultural finance companies.
“Now is the time to be in agriculture, and I think that’s reflected in our growth. We’re well positioned for growth in the industry.”
“Most of our students coming here did come off the farm and had good production-type background,” said Steiner. “Now we’re seeing students who didn’t grow up on the farm or are one generation off the farm.”
UW–Platteville’s Tri-State Initiative, which focuses on students from Illinois and Iowa, has helped grow the School of Agriculture as well, since ag in those areas is similar to ag in Southwest Wisconsin.
Weber credits the work of Compton and “outstanding faculty and staff. They help provide an outstanding education to outstanding students. They care about the industry, and they care about agriculture.”
The Pioneer Farm is not just a classroom for ag students. Research takes place at the farm as well. The farm also raises 40 to 50 Angus beef cattle and around 70 hogs, and milks 145 cows. Milk checks to Foremost Farms provide the largest amount of Pioneer Farm income.
“That’s what we really consider it — it’s a lab, even though it’s a farm,” said Steiner. “It’s got a way to connect both of those. It compliments a lot of our programs.”
Tours of the Pioneer Farm are available to the public by appointment.
Another area in which the School of Agriculture stands out is in the off-campus activities of its students. The UWP collegiate soils team has qualified for the National Collegiate Soils Contest for 41 consecutive years, the longest streak among U.S. universities. This spring’s national soil judging contest, at the University of Arkansas–Monticello April 19–24, will be a qualifying contest for the first international soils competition, which will be held in South Korea this summer.
Weber expects more growth “in some areas” in the School of Ag, beginning with the hiring of a new staff member focusing on crops.
“That’s a huge area, soils and agronomy,” said Weber. “The job market there, we can’t put enough people into those areas.”
A new major in dairy science is expected to be developed within a year. Weber said the program is “really going to allow us to get in all aspects of the dairy side of agriculture,” including livestock, maintaining stock, and animal management.
The Pioneer Farm’s beef center, which was built in the 1960s, will be upgraded depending on the receipt of an estate gift and fundraising, probably in the next three to five years, Steiner said.
The school is also looking to create a dairy products laboratory.
Alison Parkins of UW–Platteville contributed to this story.
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So let’s get into it. Sound good?
What Is Gout & Is It Possible To Get Rid Of It?
Let’s go over what exactly gout is and if you can get rid of it…
What is Gout?
Gout is a typical but additionally complex kind of arthritis that can influence anybody. The best way to describe it is you can find sudden and severe painful attacks, swelling, redness and perhaps even tenderness inside the joints, commonly on the bottom of a large toe!
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Gout symptoms might appear and choose, but there are ways to manage symptoms and stop flares.
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But for now, let’s answer the question of whether or not you can get rid of gout.
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What Are The Warning Signs Of Gout
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She switches into some aspect about your gut, it is bacteria – and just why scientists realize that curing the gut heals the body now.
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The next step is to follow Shelly’s 7-day plan.
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I am a pretty average cook – I’m competent but not at all skilled or adventurous. Turns out I didn’t need to be.
The plan takes away all the thinking and gives me, for the first week, something I can simply copy.
After the first 7 days I used Shelly’s advice to adapt the plan according to my own tastes.
Which was pretty easy – the plan is full of options so you can try different foods and see what you like best.
It’s all food you can buy in your supermarket. And it includes lots of nice stuff… the chocolate and strawberries desserts were real winners in my house!
This isn’t a weight-loss program but…
This isn’t a weight-loss program. So there isn’t any calorie counting or portion management. I wasn’t hungry at all.
As a area note, I really have now missing weight due to the program – but that’s even more to do with the fact that a healthy gut means much less or no food craving.
Remember – it’s undesirable bacteria that craves the food – not you. When they’re long gone they take their cravings with them.
I do have a gout flare-up about 10 days and nights after starting the program.
It was noticeably milder than others. It had been painful but lasted about 5 days from starting to end. That is shorter than what I’m used to significantly.
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that attack was the last one I would ever have.
My gout didn’t declare that it got thrown in the towel.
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I had that last attack and never had another one. I am gout-free for life.
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Right now there’s today thousands of us who no suffer gout because we tackled it at its lead to more. Rather than just tinkering with the symptoms.
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by John Iceland
What does income inequality have to do with the Great Recession? After all, wasn’t the recession mainly caused by hanky-panky in the financial sector (or, to put it more formally, the loosening of bank lending rules and rise of mortgage securitization with too little regulatory oversight), which led to a housing bubble that eventually burst?
As I describe in Portrait of America, income inequality was a critical factor contributing to the recession. For those of you who were thinking of buying a house in the 2000s, who doesn’t remember the importance of more bathrooms, granite kitchen tops, and large open-concept living space—popularized by and reflected in television shows featuring discerning home buyers? The average size of houses, for example, grew 15 percent to 2,277 square feet in just 10 years between 1997 and 2007. Among the aspiring middle class, home-buying, and even home-flipping, seemed like a good way to build wealth. Very little money down was required, and you could refinance with your growing home equity (driven by ever-rising home prices) if monthly payments got too big. Everyone was doing it.
The fact is that subjective well-being has a relative component. When you are not doing as well as your neighbors, you feel less well off. If everybody is buying their dream home, and they all can seem to afford it, shouldn’t you too? This issue does not simply boil down to envy. It is more about fitting in and being able to participate in one’s community. Everyone aspires to be in the middle class. The rising income and wealth of those in the upper portion of the income distribution raised the bar for everyone, even as incomes in the middle stagnated. Thus, while inequality was not the sole factor behind the Great Recession, it was a vital—and often underappreciated—one.
John Iceland is Head of the Department of Sociology and Professor of Sociology and Demography at Penn State University. His most recent book, A Portrait of America, is the first book in the new series Sociology in the 21st Century. Conceived and written for courses, the books in this series will address major sociological issues in the United States today such as race, immigration, gender, the family, education, and social inequality.
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I’m working on a new CV layout, one with a narrow column on the left and a wider column on the right for the main content. This is one of the standard column layouts under the Format/Columns menu.
What I’d like to do is set the background colour of the left hand column so that it stands out from the main column.
It can be done by selecting the text, right clicking on the selected text and choosing the “Paragraph …” menu item, then Area, Colour and selecting a background colour. However, this leads to bullet-pointed text being partly the selected colour and partly white, like this:
Ideally, I’d like the whole column to be blue. I can’t set the page colour as this affects the main column.
Any ideas how to approach this? I’m open to the use of text boxes or frames but my experiments so far have not been successful.
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AUGUSTA, Maine — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday endorsed booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans, opening a major new phase in the U.S vaccination drive against COVID-19.
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky signed off on a series of recommendations from a panel of advisers late Thursday.
The advisers said boosters should be offered to people 65 and older, nursing home residents and those ages 50 to 64 who have risky underlying health problems. The extra dose would be given once they are at least six months past their last Pfizer shot.
U.S. regulators will decide at a later date on boosters for people who have received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccines.
On Friday, Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) Director Dr. Nirav Shah and Maine Department of Health and Human Services (Maine DHHS) Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew released the following joint statement saying Maine is well-positioned to administer booster doses:
“In anticipation of the updated emergency use authorization granted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Maine has ensured an ample supply of Pfizer vaccine and that a system is in place to provide booster doses in accordance with the newly released federal guidance. Boosters provide an added layer of protection for individuals at higher risk from COVID-19, and we encourage those eligible for a booster dose to find a convenient time to get their shot. And while boosters are important, our primary focus remains getting shots into the arms of unvaccinated people, who represent the majority of new COVID-19 cases in Maine today, including those who are hospitalized. We urge individuals who have not yet received their first dose to arrange to do so. COVID-19 vaccines are free, safe, and widely available throughout Maine.”
Shah also posted a Twitter thread Friday with information on what people should know about boosters.
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BI’s The Hub for Community Inclusion is an innovative day program for young adults with various developmental disabilities that is premised on the belief that learning occurs when a person is stimulated, active, and having fun. The program runs Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm and also available on a part-time basis. Each day includes two community outings such as trampolining, hiking, going to the movies, gardening, and so much more!
MISSION STATEMENT: The purpose of The Hub is to provide adults and older adolescents with developmental disabilities with a supportive and enriching community experience that builds life skills and independence. We value inclusion, accountability, and individualization of supports. Services associated with The Hub are goal-directed, evaluated and built on principles of applied behaviour analysis.
COST: Enrollment varies from part-time to full-time based on the number of days a participant is able to attend with options ranging from one to five days per week. PA Day and summer enrollment is also available. The daily fee for an individual in the standard group (5 clients to 1 staff) is $100/day. If the individual requires additional support, the family has the option of directly providing this support or arranging staffing support through BI.
HOW TO APPLY: Please complete an application form online and email (email@example.com); fax (416-251-4688), or call Jean (416-251-9277) at our Toronto office!
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09/05/1997 - London - BBC Chorus - new version: 31/08/2006 - Copenhagen - Danish National Choir
Forum International de la Musique Chorale Contemporaine de Rotenburg (Allemagne)
This piece was written for a project initiated by the Internationales Forum Chor Musik, which consisted of commissioning choral works by various European composers on the theme of "pilgrimage to Compostela". This theme does not necessarily imply a religious dimension, but can be considered as being the symbol of a gathering of different peoples - in particular at the time of European unity. The sung texts are excerpts from the Pilgrims Guide to Santiago de Compostela, an anonymous work from the 12th century that describes the famous Way of Saint James and the stopping points that line the various routes.
It is a sort of Michelin Guide from the Middle Ages, where practical information is placed side by side with religious legends, pious advice and descriptions that are picturesque, but often brimming with prejudice toward the peoples encountered along the route.
Four routes cut across France - traces can still be found today. After crossing the Pyrenees, they come together and form a single route that takes the name of the Camino Francés (the French Way).
Parable of a lifelong quest, the Way of St. James is marvellous and perilous: a person encounters hospitality as well as bandits. The water of certain rivers is good to drink - that of others poisonous: sweet and bitter waters...
The text is sung in the original Latin (the Latin of the Middle Ages that is a bit different from classical Latin). It describes the four routes in France and the Camino Francés in northern Spain, lists the cities that are passed through and warns about perils met on the way.
The choral writing is voluntarily rather simple, because the project consisted of writing for amateurs or semi-professionals. Written for eight mixed voices, the choir is enhanced by two synthesizers that reinforce and complement the harmonies, giving them a microtonal colour.
Born in Le Havre in 1947, Tristan Murail received advanced degrees in classical and North African Arabic from the Ecole Nationale des Langues Orientales Vivantes, as well as a degree in economic science, while at the same time pursuing his musical studies. In 1967, he became a student of Olivier Messiaen [...]
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Federal Minister Senator Sherry Rehman discusses Pakistan’s climate future
Islamabad, 28th April 2022, The British High Commissioner Christian Turner and his team called on the Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman at the Ministry of Climate Change where bilateral climate corporation was discussed. She said “Climate Stress is a pressing concern for Pakistan and it is high time that we articulated several pressing climate issues into policy. We need innovative, bold and far-reaching solutions that cover not just investments in nature to curtail deforestation, but also an infrastructure for energy transition, investment in renewables, and resilient infrastructure whilst still humanizing the climate change conversation for the general population.”
She added, “Engagement with the UK through a dedicated bilateral dialogue will provide support to Pakistan in several areas which will help with the real progress towards implementation of the Nationally Determined Contributions.
Pakistan needs, for instance, the assistance of a 35% grant towards the goal of a 50% reduction of emissions by 2030 which will render it attainable and upon which our policy is contingent. We are not a big global polluter and while contributing only 6% to GHG emissions we suffer a disproportionate impact of global pollution. So while we must take responsibility for our climate, and take steps at home to mitigate effects, it is entirely understandable to expect support. She also said that gender mainstreaming of climate policies is essential. “Women suffer more from the impacts of Climate Stress as compared to their male counterparts in developing countries and a policy which focuses on gender mainstreaming and adaptation efforts to the impacts of Climate Stress must also be rolled out, along with policies that provide for sustainable waste management and water conservation.
During the visit, the British High Commission extended an official invitation to Pakistan for the May Ministerial in Denmark in advance of COP 27 in November.
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Not your average jean company, MUD JEANS are a innovative brand based in the Netherlands. This award winning company specialise in jeans and clothing which are produced under fair and safe conditions for the workers. With concern for the environment, their aim is to create a more sustainable future in the denim industry by using what they call a 'circular ecomony', meaning that you can send your Mud Jeans back to them and they will recycle them. This 're-production' process minimises waste and uses less resources such as water. More info can be found on their website - it's a really interesting and inspiring read.
Regular 'Dunn' style by MUD JEANS, made from 100% BCI certified cotton.
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Every day we wake up, drink a cup of coffee, and get ready for work. Following are a handful of stories from around the tech world condensed to fit into one single cup of coffee. These are the things you need to know before you step foot out of your door (or in front of a webcam) and into the real world this morning.
So sit back, grab a cup, and start your morning off right with a few “Quick Bytes” from Innovation & Tech Today.
‘Iron Beam’ Could Replace Israel’s Current Defense System by 2023
Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett announced Wednesday a new laser-based defense system could be deployed by 2023. The Iron Beam, an upgrade on the current Iron Dome defense system that intercepts income drones and missiles, will operate at a fraction of the price of its predecessor. At only $2 per interception, the system is a significantly more effective option than the current shoot-down system that costs between tens of thousands and millions of dollars to intercept incoming missiles and drones. That $2 cost comes from the electricity used to power up the laser, meaning as long as it has power it can continue to intercept enemy rockets indefinitely.
Elon Musk Could Walk Away from Twitter Deal Over Disputed Bot Stats
Recent comments from Elon Musk signal he could be ready to walk away from his deal to buy Twitter. A letter sent by his lawyers Monday states Musk believes the Twitter board is actively blocking his attempts to discover what percentage of users are bots. Twitter has disclosed on multiple occasions that bots make up less than 5% of total users — a figure with which Musk was unsatisfied.
Musk attempted to conduct his own analysis of the issue by using random user samples. He said Twitter refused to allow him to conduct the study, staging he had violated the terms of the original agreement. Twitter said in a statement the company “has and will continue to cooperatively share information” with Musk.”
NFT Trading Just Got a Lot More Complicated
Nate Chastain, a former OpenSea executive who used his position to front-run NFT projects that were going to be listed on the home page of the marketplace, was arrested this week.
Chastain has been charged with wire fraud and money laundering in connection with a scheme to commit insider trading in Non-Fungible Tokens by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York.
Many people in the crypto space were shocked at the arrest as NFTs aren’t generally considered securities. Therefore, NFT traders can’t be charged for insider trading — or so we believed until now. The SDNY press release referred to NFTs as “digital assets,” a term that puts Chastain in the crosshairs of the SEC as well as the SDNY.
Apple Unveils New Lock Screen Experience
Apple today previewed iOS 16, delivering the biggest update ever to the lock screen, and new sharing, communication and intelligence features. The new iCloud Shared Photo Library can seamlessly share a collection of photos with family and there are updates to Messages and Mail, and enhancements to Live Text and Visual Look Up.
The new lock screen gallery features a range of options such as Apple collections, which include Pride and Unity to celebrate special cultural moments; a Weather wallpaper to see live weather conditions as they change throughout the day; and an Astronomy wallpaper for views of the Earth, moon, and solar system. Users can also create lock screens using their favorite emoji or color combinations.
Live Activities is a new feature that shows events happening in real-time, such as a sports game, workout, ride-share, or food delivery order, right from the Lock Screen.
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University of Minnesota is part of new $317 million national initiative to develop ‘smart’ fabrics
Public-private consortium will involve dozens of businesses, universities, agencies
MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL (04/01/2016) – The University of Minnesota is part of a $317 million public-private partnership to develop the next generation of “smart” fabrics and fibers that incorporate technology in new ways to improve (and even save) lives. The partnership was announced today by U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter.
The partnership, named Advanced Functional Fibers of America (AFFOA), will be led by MIT and includes dozens of academic and industry partners. The goal is to accelerate innovation in high-tech, U.S.-based manufacturing of fibers and textiles with the aim of developing fibers that have the functionality of semiconductor devices or fabrics that can see, hear, sense, communicate, store and convert energy, regulate temperature, or monitor health.
A wide range of industries are expected to benefit from these revolutionary fibers and textiles, including apparel, consumer products, automotive, medical devices, and consumer electronics.
“The AFFOA initiative provides an exciting opportunity to enhance the functionality of the fabrics that all of us interact with every day,” said University of Minnesota mechanical engineering assistant professor Julianna Abel. “An example of ‘smart’ fabrics includes multi-material fabrics for medical and rehabilitative purposes that can monitor health and provide sensory feedback to the wearer.”
Some uses in the military could also save lives. “Military uniforms made with high tech materials could make them invisible to night vision so they could be used in rescue missions without detection,” said David Pui, a University of Minnesota mechanical engineering professor.
“Another example is ‘smart’ fabrics that would use the motion of the person wearing the fabric to charge electronics,” Pui said.
Pui and Abel are the lead researchers for this initiative at the University of Minnesota. They will coordinate other researchers across the University of Minnesota and in private industry.
The University of Minnesota was chosen as a partner in the AFFOA initiative in part because of its successful Center for Filtration Research led by Pui. The center has 18 industry partners that also have potential to be contributing partners in the AFFOA initiative.
Abel has expertise in the design of smart materials and structures with an emphasis on textile-based architectures for the creation of novel actuators, sensors, and energy harvesters. Her research establishes frameworks to design and synthesize smart material technologies to enable new aerospace structures, medical devices, and consumer products. Abel was hired in fall 2014 as part of the state-funded MnDRIVE—Minnesota’s Discovery, Research, and Innovation Economy—initiative. One of the focus areas of MnDRIVE is robotics, sensors and advanced manufacturing.
“We are pleased that the University of Minnesota is part of this partnership to create a whole new industry, based on breakthroughs in fiber materials and manufacturing,” Pui said.
The new initiative will receive $75 million in federal funding out of a total of $317 million through cost sharing among the Department of Defense, industrial partners, venture capitalists, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The funding will cover a five-year period and will be administered through a new, independent, nonprofit organization. Projects at the University of Minnesota will receive matching funds from the College of Science and Engineering, Office for the Vice President of Research, Center for Filtration Research, and the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The AFFOA partnership includes 31 universities, 16 industry members, 72 manufacturing entities, and 26 startup incubators across 28 states. Among the industry partners are brands such as Dupont, Warwick Mills, NextFlex, Steelcase, and Corning.
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These words were sung triumphantly and joyfully at the very beginning of the service on the Eve of Nativity. They were pronounced many centuries before the Nativity of Christ by the great Prophet Isaiah. At that time, the whole world was sunk in the darkness of idolatry. Only in the small Jewish nation in the small country of Palestine was there a flicker of the true knowledge of God, but all the other millions of people were pagan. Enlightened by the Holy Spirit, the Prophet Isaiah saw far into the future through this darkness of idolatry, and what was to take place a long time later to him was already accomplished, and he says, “God is with us, understand, O ye nations”.
Many centuries went by until this wonder of wonders that the Prophet Isaiah foretold came to pass, and the ‘great mystery of piety’ took place. God appeared in the flesh and deigned to lie in a manger. And the Church takes us on the wings of faith and hope to Bethlehem and announces, “Christ is born, give ye glory! Christ cometh from heaven, meet ye Him! Christ is on earth, be ye exalted!”
We heard the touching Gospel account of how the simple shepherds watching over their flocks in the fields of Bethlehem were found worthy to behold a heavenly vision and heard the good tidings brought by the messenger from heaven that the Savior of the world was born. They heard the angelic hymn “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men!” And of course they remembered this for the rest of their lives, and they could wholeheartedly agree with the poet who said, “Heavenly sounds can in no way compare with the mundane songs of the earth”.
The holy angels sang about peace. And He Who came to the earth and lay in the manger is called ‘Mighty God, Ruler, Prince of Peace’. However, it is often said now that even if Christ did bring peace to the world, this peace did not last, because after His Nativity people still kept fighting amongst themselves just as before, and there were still wars and especially, worst of all, internal strife.
One cannot blame Christianity for not fulfilling its promise and delivering peace to the world. When it comes to outward peace, we have to remember that the Savior specifically said, “Do not think that I came to bring peace to the world – I brought not peace but a sword” (Mt. 10:34). These are His exact words in the Holy Gospel. Yet this does not contradict what the holy angels were proclaiming, because there are different kinds of peace.
These days we hear a lot of talk about peace – peace for the whole world, peaceful dialog, and so on. People wax eloquent and write volumes on this subject. The powers that talk most about peace in fact are the ones who oppose it in the first place. Although they emphasize peace above all, there is so much falsehood and deceit in their speeches. All these false peacemakers want to combine principles which are totally incompatible with each other. Fire cannot be combined with water. Something cannot be black and white at the same time. Good and evil can never be united. We see with much sorrow that this falsehood is taking over more and more. At every step, the so-called ‘free world’ shamelessly concedes to its open and blatant onslaught.
Just remember that the Lord never promised this kind of external peace. On the contrary, He said outright, “You will hear of wars and rumors of wars” (Mt. 24:6). He talked about internal strife, and that people would ultimately die from fright and fearful anticipation of what will happen to the world. At the same time, the Lord talked with His disciples at the Last Supper exactly about what the angels were singing on the night of His Nativity. The Lord said, “Peace I leave with you,” and He added, “not as the world gives do I give to you” (Jn 14:29). The peace of Christ is not at all like the peace the false peacemakers make a fuss about. The peace of Christ is above all peace that a man has with God and with his conscience. This peace is full of truth and love, and not falsehood and deceit. And this is the peace that Christ the Savior truly brought to the earth, and His true and faithful followers know exactly what this peace is. St. Seraphim of Sarov was saying to one of his visitors, “My Joy, attain peace, and not only will you save yourself, but thousands around you will be saved.”
However, let our hearts not be troubled. The Lord gives His peace to everyone who seeks His peace and to everyone who submits to Him. As soon as a person starts leading a good Christian life, the peace of Christ immediately reigns in his soul.
May the Lord, the Prince of Peace, grant everyone who is faithful to Him His blessed peace. Amen.
St. Metropolitan Philaret of New York, Vol. I. pp. 65-67
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