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The Old City of Luxembourg city is built on a tiny peninsula of rock in the South of the country about half an hour away from the French and German borders. Although considering that the whole nation is only just over 1,500 square miles, that puts it pretty much in the middle of the country. Across the bridges that span the gorge between the Old Town and the rest of the world, the Luxembourgians have built their tax haven paradise central banking hub of the New City. Banking and neutral international liaison seem to be the industry of choice here which is a pretty smart move considering that there isn’t much else in the way of natural industry to foster here. I’m sure a better photographer than I could have done some of the vista's and sights across the city better justice but in the meantime, you’ll have to take it from me that it’s lovely.
The Luxembourg tourist board run guided tours from the main square which doubles/triples as a market square, meeting place and general mid morning sunspot but they also provide leaflets detailing the route so you can wander around yourself as you wish. If you don’t want to hang around, the tour is supposed to take about 2 hours (although ours took 4 hours+ because we may have got lost a couple of times and stopped for drinks and icecream).
There are times in life when all we want is a hanging sausage isn’t there? No? Just me then.
Wandering around Luxembourg staring at the map of the city and surrounding area did highlight something very strange and something suitably unique for such a unique country. All the towns in Luxembourg have decidedly Germanic names whereas all the streets are full of the natural French flamboyance. Is the natural co-operation between the two that is so clearly ingrained in the cultural roots of this country, a reason or consequence why the EU decided to home their translation services here perhaps? Considering the need to translate 23 official languages not to mention 94 regional ones, its hardly surprising that a country famed for its ability to sit between France and Germany for a couple of hundred years and still survive was chosen to be the seat of such a vital part of the EU.
But really it’s the wandering around Luxembourg that gives you the most benefit. The Old Town is full of little streets and beautiful stone nooks and crannies. We spent some time at the market in the central square eating brunch and picked up the walking tour while we were there before heading off to explore. We uncovered some unexpected delights across the city from some small but beautifully formed chapels, all of which had outstanding stained glass windows to the Adolphe bridge. You will probably traverse the bridge when you arrive but it’s only when you make the effort to visit the underside that you realise what an incredible structure it really is. When constructed in 1903, it was designed to be the largest unsupported stone bridge in the world and the fact that it has withstood two adjacent world wars is nothing short of astonishing.
One of the most amazing things to see in Luxembourg City apart from the churches and the memorials are the Casemates. A series of natural and man-made tunnels that stretch over 17km through, across and under the peninsula and in it’s time, housed thousands of people as well as workshops, kitchens and bakeries. It costs a couple of Euro to go in and I strongly recommend that you do because the perspective that you get of the valley and wondering how the people who tended and built these passageways, underpasses and secret corridors is utterly unique and captivating.
I met Joanne sitting on the steps of the City Hall and approached to ask her what she thought of Brexit. However, her immediate reaction of vigilant suspicion blended with a healthy dose of immediately unfavourable judgment led me to very swiftly introduce the rest of the family to reassure her that I wasn't a deviant predator. Non-mentalist credentials presented and warily accepted, Joanne explained that she was on her lunch break and was actually pretty concerned about Brexit. A young student, Joanne is home for the summer before going back to University in Germany. She was concerned that the impact that we we feel in the UK will bleed out into the rest of Europe. It isn't, as she explained, the self-destuctive route that we've chosen that she was concerned with, rather it was the way that our actions might be interpreted by others which might cause the problems. She see's the influence that the UK has and thinks that perhaps we should be rather more sensible and responsible with how we want to shape the world. I can't say I can disagree with that if I'm honest.
Let’s just get this out of the way: I liked Luxembourg. I liked the people, I liked the views, I liked the fact that the capital city is also called Luxembourg so there is less to remember. I liked their modern meets traditional outlook on life and I liked that there are three official languages including one called Luxembourgish. True the entire country does seem to shut down from 9pm and the national dishes of stews, tripe and the perennial favourite of stewed tripe don’t naturally lend themselves to gastronomic extravagance, but even I have to say that this cosmopolitan country has more than enough to offer because when I ordered a steak this is what I got. So I think we can all agree that this place is pretty awesome.
So would we go back to Luxembourg? You know what? We probably would. Far from being the transitory country stuck in-between it’s more interesting neighbours, without much to offer other than financial advice for the mega wealthy that we were expecting, we found a complicated and culturally rich country full of intriguing history that charmed us with fascination and curiosity. Luxembourg does deserve your time so get yourself over there for a city break and start to impress people who have never been bothered to go there themselves.
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In 2013, SearchForecast was commissioned by Panasonic Inc to provide content development and search engine optimization for the launch of Panasonic Cloud, the Voice-Over-IP phone service.
Targeting Small & Medium Sized businesses across the USA, Ray Mercedes, Panasonic Cloud’s Director Product Management oversaw the launch.
In this case study webinar, listen to Marc Phillips from SearchForeast and Ray Mercedes speak about the importance of managing the keyword to content development inorder to maximize conversion of business leads.
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Fast and unhealthy weight loss is one of the most popular obsessions in our culture today.
The pressure we put on ourselves to drop pounds fast is not only bad for our hearts and minds, but it also takes a toll on our bodies. Raise your hand if you start sweating at the thought of how you’ll look at an upcoming school reunion, wedding, party or beach holiday.
Frankly, the lose-weight-quick promises on books and products are ridiculous and dangerous.
Let’s get one thing straight before moving on: You are amazing just the way you are. What I’m about to share is for those of you who want to lose weight in a healthy, balanced and realistic way.
When it comes to sustainable, long-term weight loss, slow and steady is the name of the game. The weight loss process can actually be a healing experience when you focus on your overall wellness and accept that it will take time to reach your goals.
We are going to explore & bust the misconceptions and myths around weight loss. We’ll look at two major mistakes people make when trying to lose weight, learn why changing the type of food you eat is the real solution and finish with the one thing you need to understand to make everything fall into place.
Popular belief is that a lack of exercise & movement is driving the obesity epidemic. However, as a population, we are actually moving more than ever before. So why is this not making a difference?
If you are confused about whether diet or exercise is more important when trying to lose weight you are not alone. In a survey of people who were asked about this, 70% of respondents believed both diet and exercise were of equal importance when it comes to losing weight.
However, this belief is actually wrong.
This can be put into perspective when you consider how much effort is required to work off the extra food that we are consuming every day.
To exercise away the extra calories most people eat per day, it would require exercising for 130 minutes per day every day.
The average person finds it a struggle to exercise for 30 minutes three times a week.
There is no doubt that exercising is not only good but vital for our health. Having a good level of fitness brings many health benefits. But if you want to lose weight there’s a risk that it might actually be hampering your progress.
Before you think ‘this lady is losing it,' ask yourself if you have ever exercised like crazy but didn’t lose weight or you even put on weight?
Studies back up these claims and even show results that suggest exercise without dieting can cause weight gain. In one study, 81 overweight women were told to exercise but not change their diet for 12 weeks. At the end of the period, 70% of the participants gained weight and this was from fat and not muscle, while others did not lose any weight. Even though they improved their cardiovascular fitness, they did not lose weight.
Shocking right! Let's explore how this is possible.
Most people calculate calorie intake and exercise output incorrectly, over-estimating the calories they have expended by as much as four times their calorie input. In one study, participants did not successfully compensate exercise for a number of calories consumed, eating 2-3 times more than they were able to output.
Another factor to consider is how easy it is to intake calories and how hard it is to exert them. It takes minutes to eat a 500 calorie slice of pizza but hours to expend 500 calories.
Also, when people exercise, for many, it causes them to feel hungry, and so they end up eating more, cancelling out the calories burned by exercising.
There is also the psychological game that many of us play on ourselves where we feel deserving of a reward for working out. If that reward is an unhealthy 'treat,' then it too can reverse the weight loss benefits that come from exercising.
Don't get me wrong exercise will tone your body, it will make you feel younger, relieve aches and pains, it will boost your mood and your self-esteem, it will keep your heart strong, it will help you detox, it will give you energy, it will even build new brain cells and improve your memory but by itself it will not make you lose much weight.
Let’s be clear, losing weight is 80% diet, 20% exercise.
If you want to lose weight the best time to exercise is in the morning before you eat anything, because that way you're burning the calories from the fat stored in your body rather than the calories you consumed during the day in your meals. By choosing to exercise after all of your meals, it will be difficult for you to tap into your body's fat reserves. This is because your body will always burn calories from sugar (from the food you ate today) first. When that resource is empty, then your body will start to burn fat.
If you want to lose weight, you have to use the large muscle groups in your body. You will never lose weight from doing bicep curls. You'll build up muscle underneath the fat cells, but you'll never lose that fat. A lot of equipment in gyms only train small groups of muscles such as the abs or arms, but to lose weight you need to engage the large muscle groups, meaning the legs, the back, the glutes, etc. For this reason doing crunches to lose belly fat simply will not work.
Don't get me wrong; you're not off the hook when it comes to exercise.
If I have given you the impression that it's not important concerning weight loss that's because I want you to get results fast. I want to you to reach your ideal weight without struggling. I want you to experience a natural increase in energy.
I want you to want to move more.
If you’re already an avid exerciser that’s amazing, keep it up! But if you aren’t then attempting to implement a new exercise regime and change your eating habits may be overwhelming.
This is where eating the right kind of food trumps moving your body.
Exercise should really just be a complement to your weight loss efforts and not a substitute for eating right.
But don’t get this confused with ‘dieting’!
I say ‘dieting’ in the sense that food intake is being limited. The fact is, restrictive calorie-controlled diets simply don’t work. Your body has some amazing evolutionary tactics which are designed to keep us alive during long periods of food scarcity. This has been vital to the survival of the human race but not so useful in today's society where most people are overfed and undernourished.
Yep, it's true. People start a restrictive, calorie controlled diet with the intention of losing weight, and the result at the end for most people is that they end up being fatter than before they started, and the weight is even harder to lose on the next attempts.
The reason why this happens is due to the effect of weight cycling where calories are consumed inconsistently over periods of time. While calories are being restricted, the weight that is lost comes from both fat and muscle, but weight that is regained once the diet is over is almost all fat because muscles are harder to restore.
Not only is weight cycling frustrating when all you want to do is keep the fat off your body, but it is also harmful because the fat that is regained is abdominal and visceral fat which increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
So not only is a restrictive diet difficult to follow, but it is also even more dangerous when you are unsuccessful with keeping the weight off.
There are several hormones which are involved in regulating fat storage in the body and removal from the body, namely insulin, and leptin.
Leptin is important for suppressing appetite. It is released by fatty tissue from the body when there are fat stores on the body, sending messages to the brain that it isn't necessary to eat as there is plenty of energy stored. However, people become resistant to leptin when it is always being released, which usually happens when you have been overweight for a period of time.
Leptin can remain problematic even after you start losing weight, as leptin levels can drop once weight starts to be released during a diet. This results in lowered thyroid activity and a lower basal metabolic rate. When this occurs, fewer calories are burned while resting.
Insulin can also be affected by cycles of weight loss and weight gain. When there is excess body fat, it acts as a barrier to correct insulin function, meaning that the insulin levels of the body increase more and more. High amounts of insulin in the body cause the body to hold onto fat.
If you have ever restricted your calorie intake, then you have activated a process in the body whereby the enzymes which promote weight loss cause the body to hold onto calories in the tissues. This happens so that the body can slow down the rate at which it burns the food you eat, triggered by scarcity of calories from the restrictive diet. These enzymes, once activated, prevent the loss of fat from the body, and will store any calories you consume as fat even after you go back to eating enough calories. Another amazing survival tactic! Albeit a frustrating one for dieters in today’s world!
For people who have gained and lost weight many times, it is common to have higher fasting insulin levels, even if BMI is in the normal range for height. This causes the pancreas to work on overdrive to maintain balanced insulin levels which over time may cause diabetes if the overworked pancreas fails to keep up with the high insulin demand from the body.
The key to losing weight is to keep it off by following a lifestyle rather than a short term restrictive diet. The changes you will implement in Thriving on Plants are not restrictive and are easily maintained because you will feel full and satisfied.
One of the biggest reasons we are faced with an obesity epidemic is due to the proliferation of fast foods and a society where it is totally acceptable to eat junk food, drink soda and consume fried foods and sugary sweets.
To be frank even the popular perception what constitutes a ‘healthy’ food is often wildly mistaken!
This mindset needs to change, so that instead of looking for a quick-fix solution, we start normalising the consumption of a range of colourful plant foods, where real food fills our plates and bowls, instead of foods that make us sick and overweight.
People following plant based diets tend to weigh less. A whole food plant based diet naturally means you are eating food with a high nutritional density, which makes them satisfying and satiating, but which are low in calories. This is great for good health as well as weight loss.
This solution is not complex; it doesn't require calorie counting, drinking shakes or following the latest diet gimmick.
But before you start thinking that this is too good to be true, let’s look at why eating a whole food plant based diet works in helping us to lose weight and to keep it off.
The first element that makes this method successful for people who follow it, is due to the growing consumption of dietary fibre that comes from eating plant foods. Fibre is a nutrient that is essential for good health. It contains little to no calories, but dilutes the caloric density in the foods we eat as it pulls water through the intestines.
It also helps to create the feeling of satiety and fullness that decreases appetite and stops us from consuming too many extra calories. Dietary fibre is found in abundance in plant based foods, especially fruits and vegetables, beans and whole grains.
The second factor that makes eating a whole food plant based diet so effective in managing weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight is due to eating fewer calories despite eating more food.
Fruits, vegetables, and grains are less energy dense than animal foods and refined oils so that each cupful of food eaten has fewer calories.
Even if you eat a lot of fruit, vegetables, and grains, you will be consuming fewer calories than if you ate other foods such as animal or processed foods.
Do not think for a second that I advocate calorie counting. 100 calories from, for example, refined white bread does not equal 100 calories from whole grain oat porridge.
This point merely illustrates the difference of calories required to feel ‘full' on a plant based whole foods versus the amount required when consuming processed or calorie dense foods such as all animal and processed products.
The third and final secret ingredient to the success of this lifestyle is down to thermogenesis. This refers to our production of body heat during metabolism. Studies on vegetarians have found that they have a slightly higher resting metabolism, so vegetarians have an ability to burn more calories from the food they have eaten as body heat, rather than to hold onto the calories as body fat. Even though the amount of calories burned while resting are small when looking at an hour of time, when this accumulates over a 24-hour period, it amounts to a large number of extra calories being burned.
Thriving on Plants provides a solution that is entirely do-able and doesn't require restriction, starvation or limiting the amount of nourishment our body receives, making it not only sustainable but it will also support your long term health rather than damaging it like other popular diets do.
All you need to do is switch to a whole food plant based diet and introduce moderate daily exercise at a pace you are comfortable with.
This really is the straightforward key to sustained weight loss and reduced risk of acquiring disease.
And this is how you get the quick wins!
As you embark on following a whole food plant based diet, you will first notice your energy increasing and mood improving. As you begin to lose the pounds guess what happens then…….you actually want to move more!
Now you can use exercise as a complement to your weight loss, not as a substitution for eating well.
Remember that the adverse effects of a poor diet cannot be overridden by exercise.
Fortunately changing your diet, when you have the right information, can be pretty easy. With delicious, nutritious recipes your meals can be satisfying and filling.
The days of deprivation and despair to lose weight are behind us!
However, the key to making this switch successful is to focus on consuming plant based whole foods and to avoid plant based foods that have been overly processed such as refined carbohydrates or oils.
If you are already very physically active, don’t be concerned about how your performance will be affected by switching to a whole food plant based diet. Just look at how some of the world's top sporting athletes are doing on a plant based diet……..
Scott Jurek, a seven-time winner of Western States (a 100-mile endurance race), follows a whole food plant based lifestyle.
Michael Wardian, who ran 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents -- maintained a whole food plant based lifestyle the whole time.
I want to finish this article by imparting a piece of knowledge that will make everything you have just read make sense.
Have you ever thought about how you actually lose weight? I mean how does weight actually leave your body?
Most people think that you must sweat it out through your skin. Yes, you can, but that requires a lot of work with a whole lot of toxicity coming out through your skin.
In fact, it's a lot easier to lose this extra weight and toxicity by putting it into the loo! 'Is she talking about poo?' I hear you cry. Yes, I am!
Your bowls are your bodies main channel of elimination and the standard western diet, full of difficult to digest food has yours all clogged up, causing you to hold onto toxicity and extra weight.
One of the first things you'll notice after switching to plant based whole foods is a change in your bowel movements. You'll learn to really appreciate this stroke of Mother Nature genius, when you literally feel the pounds shifting every time you go to the loo!
Your turn: I want to hear about what you're struggling with when it comes to your weight loss and making lasting change. Comment below with your insights and tips.
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Inside: And what a beautiful difference you’ve made. Thank you.
Celebrate the most important people in your life with the best-selling Positively Green line of cards, which features beautiful illustrations, thoughtful quotations, and helpful green tips—plus a portion of your purchase goes directly to organizations that protect the environment.
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The course proposes the advanced reading and translation of long excerpts from one or two ancient Latin works. Students will analyse passages from the grammatical, literary and historical points of view. The authors and genre (historical prose, epic poetry, etc.) will vary from year to year. PREREQ: LATN 4436 and LATN 4337 or equivalent. (lec 4) cr 3.
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WTV is short for Windows Recorded TV Show. It is a video and audio file container format, used to store TV programs that Windows Media Center records. WTV files can be played only on very few media players like Windows Media Center, Nero 12, etc. And there is nearly no video editor that supports H.264 WTV. If you have some WTV recordings and want to watch or share them more conveniently, you can convert WTV to MP4 with an intelligent WTV to MP4 video converter.
Directly convert WTV to MP4, AVI, MKV, MOV, and other 1000 formats.
Burn WTV to DVD disk to play with your DVD player.
I will tell you how to convert MTV to MP4 for Windows (Windows 10 included) below. Also you can get a brief guide on how to convert WTV to MP4 in Mac, just follow the same steps below.
Step 1.Load WTV videos to the WTV to MP4 converter.
Hit the Add Files icon on the top left corner of the window to load the WTV videos you want to convert. Or simply drag your target videos to the program window. After you import the WTV files, you can see them displaying as video thumbnails in the left item tray.
Step 2.Choose MP4 or devices as the output format.
On the right side of the program window, there is an Converte all files to pane, where you can click the format icon to pop up the output format window. Next, select Video subcategory and then choose MP4format. If your final goal is to play WTV files on some MP4 device, here, you can directly select Device as the output format. This app contains almost all popular devices.
Note: In addition, you can click "Settings" option beside the resolution of the "Output Format" pane to adjust encoder, frame rate, resolution, bitrates and other parameters. By default, this app sets the some popular options for you.
Besides converting video formats, this Video Converter also offers you some cool video editing functions, such as trim, crop, merge multiple videos and set video brightness/contrast/saturation, etc. (Simply click the one of the Editing icons under the video thumbnail to open its editing window).
Step 4. Start the WTV to MP4 conversion.
After everything is done, click the Convert button to kick off the WTV to MP4 conversion. For your convenience, you can let it run in the background, so you can simultaneously do other jobs with no distractions.
Note: If you meet any problem to convert WTV videos with Wondershare UniConverter (originally Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate), please download and install Microsoft Plug-in LAV Filters 0.72 firstly, and restart the video converter.
It is totally a free WTV to MP4 video converter. Just take it to enjoy your FREE WTV to MP4 conversion.
1. If you want to convert WTV to 3D or HD videos without watermark, this free converter can't make it.
2. It only lets you download YouTube videos online.
Wondershare Video Converter Free is actually an all-in-one WTV to MP4 video converter. Just download it below to enjoy the great conversion experience it brings.
For free WTV to MP4 conversion, if you don't want to install any software, a free online converter will be your option. Online UniConverter (originally Media.io)is one of the best video/audio converter which can convert files very easily. It supports many popular formats and can meet the basic conversion needs.
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Granite – The Prosečnice Quarry - ABAKRON s.r.o.
The PROSEČNICE Quarry (former Dolní Požáry) which belongs to ABAKRON Company follows the long existing tradition of mining famous Požársky granite. In the quarry, which is located near Prague we are quarrying excellent gray granite and operate stone elaborated manufactures. In our offer you can find a number of classical granite products. For example, granite paving stones in various sizes (from mosaics to large paving stones), road borders, granite bars, granite masonry, granite blocks, gutter stones, granite boulders or garden standing stones. Furthermore, we supply unsorted quarry stones as well as granite fragments. Newly we supply also crushed stones of different factions.
Granite quarry is located near Prague – structural stones and granite products within the reach of your construction.
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Price offers are always calculated with consideration to your requirements. All prices in our price list are written including details of any additional services. Offer can include the material without transportation or supply the materials from our quarry directly to you construction.
An option of realization of your project by leading customers of the company Abakron.
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We place an accent on careful planning and carefully ensure the balance between the need for raw materials and environmental protection. In the highest possible rate we process lower-quality stones which are emerging from uncovering of the bearings and also we recycle wastes from stone production. By minimizing the amount of leftover material sent to landfill and continuous improvement of production technology we limit the negative effects of the surroundings and contribute to environmental protection.
The Prosečnice quarry – structural granite in Prague and Central Bohemia.
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The train and components manufacturing market size is expected to reach a higher value by 2022, significantly growing at a steady CAGR during the forecast period.
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for Train And Components Manufacturing? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The Train And Components Manufacturing market global report from The Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.
The report covers the global Train And Components Manufacturing market characteristics, Train And Components Manufacturing market size and growth, Train And Components Manufacturing market segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, Train And Components Manufacturing market competitive landscape, Train And Components Manufacturing market shares, and trends and strategies for the Train And Components Manufacturing industry. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography. It places the market within the context of the wider Train And Components Manufacturing market, and compares it with other markets.
Major players in the global Train And Components Manufacturing market included in the report are CRRC, Siemens, Alstom, Bombardier, GE Transportation.
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M 45 and associated Nebulosity602 viewsMessier 45, commonly known as the Pleiades, is an open cluster found in the constellation Taurus. Messier 45 is surrounded by a dusty reflection nebula, which accounts for its blue coloration, along with some pinkish-red coloration due to an ionized gas component. The small 17.3 magnitude galaxy PGC 13696 can be seen to the right of the star Electra (17 Tau), which is the bright star to the right of center.
The data was previously obtained on the nights of November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 2013 with a OSC SBIG STF-8300c camera and Takahashi E-130D f/3.3 Astrograph on a Paramount (Mayhill, NM). Total integration time was 4 hr 20 min (26 x 10 min lights @ -20 degrees C; 20 darks; 64 flats, 64 bias). Calibrated, registered, integrated, and processed in PixInsight 1.8.3.1123.
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Rituel de Fille's 'Ethereal Veil' concealer is the perfect choice for those who want buildable coverage. The creamy formula is enhanced with Candelilla Wax so it effortlessly blends into the skin, leaving you with a smooth, blemish-free complexion. The mirrored compact will easily fit in your clutch for any touch-ups you may need throughout the day.
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I am new to kodi so far i am loving it though. I have a really light setup. I have a dd-wrt router running mini dlna with a external hard drive connected to it acting as my media server.
I then have a amazon fire tv with kodi 17 loaded onto it. I am assuming i cant really use the fire tv as a media server it seems really to be built as a client device.
I am having a heck of a time figuring out how to get some of my shows to show up in the tv selection. I made a seperate folder for this series and set it as tv but it is not showing up.
Ok so it turns out a lot of my issue is simply the naming convention.
Ok, so this is still causing me some issues.
1 seasons shows up just fine but the other 2 seasons do not show up at all.
The white queen shows up and the episodes for season 1 all show up but the other 2 seasons dont show up.
Is that this show? http://thetvdb.com/?tab=seasonall&id=266092&lid=7 as that shows there being only one season.
Yes thats the one, weird that its incorrect given that its not a new series its been out a while and stopped after 3 seasons. This explains the error though. i will have to poke around the scrappers and see if there is one that will work better. Funny too i had set thetvdb as the scrapper.
I think i know why some people might go mad with this lol. I found a scraper that works well ( the universal movie scrapper ) but i have to set content as movie and it recognizes all the seasons for the white queen. is there a way to use the universal scrapper and set content as tv?
Weird that might be the case. I have the dvd's maybe the episodes are all a bit longer than how they split them up when making the dvd's.
i guess i will have to figure out just how these are supposed to be pieced together over 10 episodes from what it looks like.
What?! The white princess only just came out as a follow-up series.
Ya my wife is looking forward to getting the white princess also. I haven't seen it yet though to buy it. my wife first got hooked when she saw the white Queen at the library and didnt have the time to finish it before returning the dvd. I found it at walmart for like 10$ but its so much easier to have the series on the NAS than unlocking the entertainment center loading a dvd then switching it out.
The other way is to get an account on the database site and fix it at source (and do so for everyone in the process).
There nothing wrong with any of the metadata sites as far ad I can see as there was only ever 10 times 1 hour episodes.
Tdiguy, did you select dvd order in the scraper? although without proper naming that still will not work, you should only have the 10 files that will match up to the 10 episodes, and the naming must match the online metadata site used for scraping.
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Many life lessons have come to me through this little four legged guy whom we call "Max". One of the most intriguing things about him is his ability to wait and anticipate. You can see it all over him.
As the day draws to a close in our home (usually by 10pm), Max has made sure everyone is home safely and accounted for. If he hears a noise outside, he stops bone chewing or toy tossing, sits at attention, and stares in whatever direction he has heard the noise. Sitting so astutely, tail wagging just a bit, he is the perfect picture of excited, yet controlled, anticipation. He knows that if someone walks into the kitchen from the garage, it will be someone he knows and loves very much. I can only imagine the thoughts whirring in his mind - his tail tells all.
In this life, we find that we wait for many things, just as Max waits for our family to all be home, safe and sound. Ecclesiastes tells us there is a time for everything under the sun. Sometimes we don't want to wait for the right time. When we rush things and don't wait, there are often consequences.
*in line - for a concert, drivers license, grocery checkout, to get into a ballgame, etc.
*for news - about a job, medical results, a proposal, etc.
Our waiting is sometimes brought about by circumstances around us, and sometimes it comes from within. In Isaiah 40:31 it says, "But those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up on wings as eagles, they shall run and not be weary , and they shall walk and not faint."
Are you worn out from waiting? Don't give up! Cling to His promise that if we wait for Him, He will renew our strength. Just as Max waits to see who will walk in the door next, we should wait for that moment when we hear Him speak to our soul, or the moment He says, "It's time!", or "Let's go!". We have the opportunity to wait with expectation and excitement.
In whatever circumstance you find yourself in, there is purpose. He works for the good of those whose hearts belong to Him (Romans 8:28). Even when we can't see His purpose with our human eyes, His purpose still remains. Step out in faith; ask Him how to take the next step. If He says wait..... then, wait. It will be worth it in the end! If waiting seems impossible for you, ask Him to give you the ability and desire to wait. He says in His Word that if we delight ourselves in the Lord, he will give us the desires of our heart (Psalm 37:4).
It's all pretty simple... yet sometimes a struggle! As you read this, I am praying that He will move in your heart in such a way that you will wait.... or step out... in following His lead!
Just a Detour - Not a Dead End!
I love a good road trip! There's just something about filling the tank up, rolling the windows down (if it's not blazing hot!), and pressing the gas pedal, that brings freedom to the soul! I especially love a good drive through the mountains in the summer time. Warm sunshine and cool breeze blowing through my hair. Ahhhh - I can feel it now!
When on one of these little trips, I sometimes decide it will be fun to get off the beaten path, or interstate, and get into some windy roads, where the scenery and views are spectacular! I recall a time I did just that, and wound up on a road that narrowed, then turned to dirt and gravel. The woods thickened and civilization seemed to be disappearing. That was a little scary. After maneuvering my vehicle very carefully, I was able to turn around and get back to familiar territory.
In life, we sometimes do the same thing. We start out following God's direction very carefully. We stay on the interstate. Sometimes, though, the interstate seems boring and loses its appeal. So, we decide to go "exploring" - even though He says it's not the best way for us and that there's danger in our own plan. He doesn't stop us. He goes with us. At the point we take over the steering wheel, He moves to the backseat, still whispering guidance, but in our selfishness and desire for control, we often ignore that quiet voice in the backseat.
In my own experience, there have been a number of times that I pushed Jesus to the backseat of my life. Knowing He has a perfect plan for me ( and for you), I chose to disregard that and do my own thing my own way. His plan for me didn't change with my self-induced detour. I wonder, though, what I missed, had I followed His perfect itinerary for my life. He doesn't call us to a life of regret and shame, though! I don't sit around hating that I made bad choices.
He has shown me over the years that He is faithful and that He is weaving a beautiful tapestry called "my life". This tapestry includes my own detours, which He has made right. And it also includes detours He has brought about (that I had no control over), in order to teach me something He felt was important. One time in particular, was a job loss that, in the end, moved us away from "the place we were going to be forever" - in our own minds!
I'm learning that each part of our journey leads us to the next step, and that next step is not the end. We will never "arrive", until we step into eternal life, or He comes to take us with Him. Our journeys will continually be unfolding and growing and changing. Then, as we move along, we can look back and see the inter-weavings in our lives and He will reveal to us some of the "why's"!
It just completely blows me away that He has so intricately set a course for my life. He never sways or changes His mind. He makes adjustments along the way, to best meet our needs. It's kind of like parenting. When our children are born, we have a goal in mind for them to be successful, happy, God-loving adults. As the teen-age years roll by, our goal is still the same, but choices they make along the way may require a shift in the specific path we, as parents, had chosen to lead them on. We don't leave our kids, though - we go with them, encouraging them to get back to the "best way".
Take a moment today to examine where you've been and where you are going. Check your GPS, God's Perfect Scenario, to make sure you're following His and not yours! From this point forward, we can choose to completely follow His guidance and His ways, and receive every blessing He has for us. Don't miss out!
Is That God I Hear?
One of the most amazing parts of this journey through time on earth in the form of a human, is the fact that the One who created us desires more than anything to have relationship with us. If you have ever had a relationship with anyone (not necessarily romantic!), you know how important communication is. The same is true with God. We must have (two-way) communication with Him, if we are to have a relationship.
I understand you may be saying it's crazy to think we actually can hear God speak to us. If you fall into that category, read on! He went to great lengths to make a way for us to have relationship with Him - real, live, moment by moment relationship. He's not a statue. He's not dead. He's not just some famous person. He is Jehovah God.
He has many names throughout His Word, the Bible. Jehovah Rapha stands out to me today, as it means "The one who heals". He is the one who heals us of all sin and shame and sickness and disease. Actually, He can heal us of all of our brokenness, no matter how deep or terrible it is. As we use Rapha for an acrostic, I pray that the God of healing will speak to us all and that we will all be able to hear what He has to say!
R - RELATIONSHIP - In order to hear His voice, we must be open to a relationship with Him and be willing to spend time growing that relationship. You may recall that moment in your life when you heard Him speak to you the first time. Can't really explain it - you just knew it was Him speaking. That was the beginning and your response determined the next steps.
A - ASK Him to speak to you through His Word. I have found in my life that when He is teaching me something, I will hear it in a song, my preacher will preach (not just a sermon, but a series!) on the topic, it will be in my Bible reading, someone in my life may bring it up, and it will seem as if I'm being bombarded by that one topic. He uses this approach often with me. I wonder if I'm hard of hearing!
P - PRAY to receive His guidance and direction. I remember the point in my life when I realized that He is in each of my days, whether I am aware of it or not. It's a fact. He will never leave us nor forsake us, so He is here in the middle of it with us. Often the problem lies in us not receiving His guidance and direction - or maybe we don't want it. Maybe we just want to do what we want to do. Pray that He will have His way.
H - HEAR His voice in whatever way it may come. Step out of the physical world and into the spiritual world, where things don't always fall in line with physical laws. He is an invisible God, but we can see Him at work and we can see the result of Him moving in someone's life. He is real.
A - ACCEPT and believe that it's really Him. When you think maybe you heard from Him ( and you have already asked Him to speak to you), believe it when He does! My husband was offered a job a few years ago. We prayed and laid out seven things that would be signs to us that God was saying "yes" to accepting the job. When all seven were "yes", it was so easy to take that step of faith, knowing that He had already spoken.
Remember that God doesn't live up in the sky above the clouds, far, far away. He is right here. He is with us. You can hear Him speak. One of my favorite verses is in Isaiah 30:21 - Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way; walk in it." All we have to do is accept that it's Him and then step out on faith! What an awesome adventure this is!
Stepping onto my driveway this morning, I had no idea what I was about to see. It was a typical morning... alarm went off (much too early for a teacher on summer break!)... rolled over and turned it off... sighed... and after a few minutes of dread, I pulled myself up and out of bed and threw on some walking clothes and shoes and headed out the door. As I headed down my first loop, something caught my eye. It was amazing, actually. I had seen it so many times before, but I had never seen it like today. Maybe it was because I stopped long enough to consider the correlation between something physical that I could see with my eyes, and something spiritual that I could see with my heart. For whatever reason I saw it, I am thankful.
The sun had not been awake very long. It was peeking over the horizon. In the distance, beyond the trees surrounding the homes where I live, I could see dark gray clouds. I couldn't tell if they were storm clouds, or just sleepy leftovers from the night sky. As I walked down and turned in the bend, I saw something glorious! The sun was shining on just a pocket of still sleeping trees. It wasn't shining through them, like when you're walking through the woods, but it was shining on them, from above. It was so majestic! Some trees were lit up and some were still very dark.
As I walked, I was quiet and just listening for what Jesus wanted to say to me. He often gives me visuals to guide me to a better understanding of who He is. (He really does want us to know Him!)I knew He had done that for me today.
The light shining on the trees reminded me of how He watches over us. He is above us, yet with us. His light shines in all the dark places. Once we invite Him in, the darkness flees. Darkness is always defeated by light. It can't win.
Even though there were a lot of trees that were lit up this morning, there was still a lot of darkness. That is our wake up call to be the light in the life of someone who is in darkness. We don't know how much time is left. We must live with purpose and we can't afford to take our eyes off the prize of Jesus Christ! There is work to be done. He lights our way and guides our steps.
Isaiah 9:2 speaks to us about when Christ was to be born. It says "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned."
This verse speaks hope to us! We no longer live in the land of the shadow of death! The light has come!
So How Do I Use This Lamp?
Remember those days as a kid going to camp? At the close of the day, everyone took the long hike through the woods, after the bonfire and s'mores, back to the cabin. The journey from the bonfire to the cabin was one of the most memorable moments of the day. Complete, utter darkness enveloped the youngsters trying to be brave, yet their hearts were beating as fast as a machine gun. If a rustling of leaves was heard amidst the trees, the group would stop and listen and try with all their might to see what couldn't be seen. Hearts beating even faster, they continued the journey.
There was always one, though, who had a flashlight. Now, that one was always my hero! I would stay close by that light, so I would know that my next step would be safe and I wouldn't accidentally step on a venomous snake, or fall in a hole. Even with a quickly beating heart, that light brought peace. It kept me on the right path, so I didn't wander and get lost or hurt.
The Psalmist wrote in Psalms 119:105 these words - "Your word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path."
This journey through life is very similar to that trek through the woods in the dark as a kid. We can't see where the noise is coming from; we don't know where a path leads; we wonder if we should accept that new job offer; we wonder if this is the person we should spend our lives with; we wonder where to go to college; we wonder if we should speak up about a questionable practice our boss tells us to carry out. The list goes on.
The great news is that we have been given the gifts of the Holy Spirit and God's Word! He is the only one who knows our future. He has given us a lamp for our feet and a light for our path in His Word. It really is a guide for us.
I find that when I spend time praying and asking Him to speak to me through the words written in the Bible, He is always faithful and teaches me something new. His word is a living word. It speaks to our hearts and it changes our lives.
His word is a lamp for our feet, so we can see just the next step He wants us to take. And it is a light for our path, so we can see a little bit ahead of where we are, but not too far. Our faith walk grows when we can't see the future. Our lives need to be enveloped in complete trust of Jesus and His word. This lamp and light we have been given are the guaranteed best way to do this journey called "life". He has our best interest at the heart of all He does. Take His light... and watch your step!
So, what does the Amazing Spider-Man have to do with the Amazing God-Man? I had not even thought of comparing the two, until I sat in the theatre last night watching the movie. The more I listened and watched, the more my thoughts were drawn to the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ.
It was thrilling to see Spider-Man fly through the air, casting his web from building to building so he wouldn't fall. He had powers beyond human capabilities. He could do the impossible and he seemed to be invincible. He saved those who couldn't save themselves and he brought hope to the hopeless. He always showed up in the nick of time and knew just what to do and how to do it.
As the movie played, I couldn't help but think of the Amazing God-Man that I know. His hands formed the universe and everything within. He placed the stars in the sky and calls them by name. He holds back the oceans at just the right place. Death does not reign over Him. He saves those who can't save themselves and he brings hope, true hope, to the hopeless. His timing is always perfect and he knows how to do everything perfectly, even when we can't see the whole picture.
We love a great story of adventure. We love to watch characters who are bigger than life on the big screen. We love to see the fairy tale love story, where the two live happily ever after. It seems that humans thrive on these stories of make-believe. The incredible thing is, the story of Jesus sounds to some like a fairy tale or great adventure, but He's the real deal! He rides in on a white horse to save his true love (that would be you and me!); He turned water into wine; After three days (dead) in a tomb, He came back to life and appeared to many people for 40 days, then ascended into the sky, with the promise of coming again for us. There are more adventures still to take place!
Each day I walk with Him, He shows me more and more of His love for me. He does the impossible and He enables us to do the impossible. Philippians 4:13 says, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." He wants us to do all things through Him. We never again need to face a day with hopelessness or defeat. He has overcome - and He is on our side! The Amazing God-Man has a plan for each one of us! Let's join forces with Him and see how much better life is!
It is with a heavy heart I write tonight. An acquaintance of mine was overcome by defeat and depression. She's no longer here. Questions run through my head, like, "Could I have said something to her to help change the course?" or "How are her children going to make it without their mom?" and "What about her husband?".
It would be so easy just to pack my bags and sit here under the tree of sadness, but I'm being prodded to move and make a difference in the lives of those who are here. Jesus tells us He will never leave us nor forsake us. He will always be with us. We need to take this word to those in our lives who have no hope.
Jesus suffered every pain that we have, when He died on the cross. He fully and completely understands our deepest, darkest moments. As we walk through the valley of darkness, He carries us. He came to this earth with one intent - to set us free. Free from all things that bind us. Free from addictions. Free from fear. Free from depression. Free from anxiety.
He is here. He waits in love. He holds out His hands for us. We don't have to do it alone.
He feels the pain of our loss, but He holds us. Steady. Never to let us go. Never to let us slip through His fingers. As the rain pours from the heavens and the lightning and thunder dance in the sky, it almost feels like heaven is crying tonight.
It seems like just a short time ago, I was a new mom, not having a clue how to do this "motherhood" thing! I had wanted to be a mom, but I had no clue HOW to be a mom!
The first moment of Chelsea's life was one of quiet joy and thankfulness. Sweet tears flowed down my cheeks as I held that sweet little baby girl. She had the sweetest, most quiet little cry. The "joy" part came to a sudden end. She spent the first month of her precious life in and out of the hospital. As a young mom, I asked the medical staff if she was going to live - they didn't know. I was so scared to become attached, for fear I would lose her. I chose to attach myself, though. Medical issues followed her through her early childhood and many prayers were sent to Jesus to heal my little girl.
When Chelsea was 18 months old, Rachel Lynne came into our family! The moment she was born was filled with laughter and joy. She screamed with pure gusto as soon as she caught her first breath. The nurse said, "This one's gonna be a spitfire!". Boy, was she right! She was (and continues to be) healthy and happy and screamy (in a funny, good way!), and full of life. While Chelsea rolled around on the floor in her body cast (from a broken femur), Rachel made sure she was entertained. She's always been one to help others. I had no idea we could see that at such a young age! Rachel has grown into a strong leader with a heart of service to others.
A few years into my motherhood journey, I experienced the loss of a child. At twelve weeks, I miscarried. The peace that was given to me during that time of sadness, came from knowing that my little one would have the very best of the very best of parents! "Clay" would grow up in the loving arms of Jesus and would never experience any heartache or pain. I will hug him with all my might when I see him in Heaven!
A few years later, Maggie Beth stepped onto planet Earth! I decided it would be really awesome to experience the "pangs of childbirth" with her, so I went with no pharmaceutical assistance during her birth. The Bible speaks of "when deep calls to deep".... well, I now know where that is! I had never experienced pain in my inner core like I did that day!
Maggie was so energetic as a little one. At just 18 months old, she was climbing out of her crib and over gates that are "supposed" to keep babies safe and confined. Well, that didn't work so well with Little Mags! Little did I know that all this activity was a pre-cursor to who she would eventually become! She is now a Level 8 gymnast! I never dreamed I would have one of those!
All of these unique qualities of my little girls are very special, but the one that gives me the most peace is knowing that they know Jesus. They really know Him. They have grown their own, personal relationship with Him. This has been my one steadfast prayer through the decades. He has been so faithful to answer my prayers. Not always as quickly as I desired, but He has always come through.
I am so very proud of these three young ladies. On this special day for Moms, I thank God for the opportunity to know what it is to be a mom. I also pray for those Moms who have lost little ones and for those who have not yet walked down that path. We have all been created for His purposes. Wherever He has placed us, and in whatever roles He has placed us, He will be faithful to us and to His Word.
May you be blessed as you walk out your special purpose today.
I've been a follower of Jesus for a long time. I used to think that the longer I lived, the less I would have to work on - that it would come easier and I just wouldn't have to think about it! Now, in my fifth decade, I know that to become more like Christ takes consistency, a lot of prayer, and an awareness of my actions, thoughts, and behaviors that never goes away.
Holy Spirit transforms us, but we must spend time in His Word and be open to what He speaks to us, in order to become more like Him. I have put the "big" sins behind me, although they are all the same size to Him, but I keep seeing these "little" guys pop up in my life. Things like a quick judgmental thought about someone's appearance, judgments about someone's driving skills (as they pull out in front of me!), wanting only what I want ( like a procedure to be done by someone else in the same exact way I would do it), and the list goes on. Little irritants arise - personality conflicts, maybe. Nothing big. But, I think to myself and hear a quiet whisper, "Freda - that's not how I would handle that! Freda- re-think that - and imagine being in their shoes." It has truly caused me to stop and see the person I have become. And I realize that it's not all good.
So, as I type away, I know I have a long way to go to be just like Him, but I'm hoping that since I'm now aware of the little things, with His help, I can make bigger strides to become more like Him each day.
This really is an awesome adventure to be on. I just love my Savior, Jesus! To be more like Him is what I most desire. Maybe you desire the same. Let's lock arms and head down the road together - to becoming more like Him!
Impossible. It's not too large of a word, but its meaning is quite large. Webster says: Impossible - Unable to be done or happen.
When we approach earthly situations with earthly eyes, great limitations are put in place. In our human state, we are very limited with what we can do. Some things appear impossible, but when God has spoken to us, and He has told us what is going to happen, we need to walk in faith, believing and speaking what we have heard from Him.
While reading Romans this morning, my attention was turned towards chapter four. In verse 17, we read some incredible words that build our faith in tremendous ways, if we step out and walk in it. Our Heavenly Father is described as, "the God who gives life to the dead and calls things that are not as though they were."
The verses that follow speak about Sarah and Abraham. They were about 100 years old.... older than most people we know. If someone lives to be a centenarian these days, they have accomplished quite a feat! According to Genealogy In Time Magazine, only 1 out of every 6,000 people in the U.S. reach their 100th birthday. That number is higher than it used to be, but these are people just making it to the age of 100. Abraham and Sarah went beyond that, and had a baby at that point in their lives. Can you imagine? Romans 4:18 says, "Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, "So shall your offspring be." Without weakening in his faith, he faced the fact that his body was as good as dead - since he was about a hundred years old - and that Sarah's womb was also dead. Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised."
So, let's zip forward through time to today. You may ask, "How does this old story from the Bible apply to my life?" I ask another question - Have you heard His soft whispers in your heart, speaking of promises He has given you that you can't yet see? I encourage you to keep seeking Him and to keep asking Him for the steps you are to take to get to the fulfillment of His promise(s) in your life. Don't give up!
Things that appear impossible to the human eye, are not, through God's eyes. Whatever He has promised you, it will be done. It may not happen in your timing, but He is faithful and true. He does not lie. Walk firmly and speak firmly those things He has spoken over your life. Speak of the things you can't yet see, as if they were. This is the testimony of faith we are called to. Be ready to be amazed at what He will do!
Let Me Be A Pleasing Aroma..
Ephesians 5:1-2 says Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
I don't know about you, but I just love a good smelling aroma! I love cinnamon. I love myrrh. I love vanilla. When my home has a wonderful scent wafting throughout, it just feels good. Clean. Refreshed.
We are called to offer our lives as living sacrifices to God - a fragrant aroma. How do we do that?
He has been teaching me incredible amounts about living this out. I am learning some. It is hard to change decades old habits! He is changing me though - just a little bit each day. I can see that I'm moving in the right direction, though.
The way I can be an aroma for others is to be kind in responses to others. I tend to snap at people, especially if I'm busy or distracted. If I am to be that aroma, I need to look up from what I am doing and listen and truly interact with another. Another way I can be an aroma, is to reach out and help someone. This can be physically, financially, spiritually. It doesn't matter. However the need presents itself.
We show Jesus to others by how we treat them. Our flame has been ignited. Let's bring a pleasant aroma to his throne!
Yesterday was the first sign of spring that has fallen on a Saturday this cold season of winter! It has been an unusually cold winter in Atlanta, complete with several blasts of winter precipitation, which does not occur every year. The first round brought much excitement and anticipation - maybe no school! The second round brought a sure feeling of - we've got this - no school for sure! In looking at the forecast for next week, there's a chance of snow. NO!!! We've had enough! We are ready to move on to the warm days of spring and summer.
I am so convinced that warmer temps are on their way, that I got outside and sowed some grass seed in the backyard yesterday. Throughout the process of putting out the seed, I had some time to think beyond the physical activity I was carrying out. The Bible tells us in II Corinthians 9:6-8 to "Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work."
The way those verses apply to my yard is that the more generous I am in sprinkling the seed on the prepared soil, the thicker my new grass will be. I desire for us to have a beautiful yard, with no soil being seen, therefore, I need to sow accordingly. If I try to get by and stretch my seed further, it will show when my grass starts growing!
Shifting to other parts of our lives, if we pour love and kindness into our relationships with those we love, we will reap blessed relationships. If we don't, it will cause friction and our relationships will break down. If we pour ourselves into the job God has given us, and approach it as a mission field, He will bless our efforts and provide us opportunities to bring Him glory! If we don't, it will become "just a job" and we will not reap all that God has ready to give.
If we begin to sow generously in every area of our lives, the quality of our lives will greatly increase. Think about how you spend all the resources you've been given - time, energy, love, money, talent- then decide if you want to use them generously or sparingly. This could be a game-changing day for us!
Come along - let's reap a great harvest!
This morning, as I sit in my quiet time spot, I'm pondering some verses in Romans. They are found in the 12th chapter- the first eight verses.
According to this passage, we are called to offer ourselves to God, as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God. It is how we worship Him. As I reflect back to Old Testament times, I can't help but think about the animal sacrifices they were required to make, in order to maintain a good standing with the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The fear those people must have lived in! I know I never would have measured up if sacrifices of that type were required of me! I would have brought the wrong calf, or picked the wrong day to sacrifice, or would have stepped at the wrong place by the altar, for sure. I absolutely know I would not have been successful! Thanks be to God, who allowed me to be born when I was! His grace is incomprehensible!
As I continue reading, my eyes fall on verse two. "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." I actually don't need to read any further...especially if this is going to be a short blog posting! This verse is one that can be chewed on for a while. Years, actually, if we are to put it into practice! How do we not conform to the pattern of this world? We are so immersed in it. Immersed through music, television, movies, billboards, commercials - actually, bombarded, may be a better choice of words. How do we break out of that? I know in my life, when my girls were very young I had the realization that my thoughts and actions were greatly influenced by what I allowed into my mind and heart. The music I listened to and the movies I watched greatly impacted what came out of me. Children cause us to become more aware of ourselves. I decided years ago that I needed to allow things into my soul that would only move me closer to Jesus. That is hard work - it may mean not going to see the latest movie release. It may mean leaving a movie or concert that is not bringing glory to Him. It may mean turning off the television or changing a radio station- against the pleasure of those around us. The "world" naturally pulls us away from Him. We must make a concerted effort to bring Him into our daily lives. The world will bully its way in.
The verses move on to tell us that each one of us were created for a specific purpose - some were called to teach, some to prophesy, some to preach, some to encourage, some to lead, some to help others, some to govern, some to show mercy. I can think of people in my life that fall into each of these categories.
I have worked a number of jigsaw puzzles in my lifetime. As a child, I loved it when we had a 500 or 1000 piece puzzle on the dining room table and we could work it as we desired - a family event. There were times that I would try to force pieces together that looked like they should fit together, but there was a gap, or it would bend part of the puzzle piece. Even though I wanted it to fit together very badly, it just wasn't right. The pieces that were made to fit together, though, went together so easily and it just worked. Satisfaction followed when all the pieces were placed where they were meant to be. And the final display was beautiful and perfect.
God has a perfect plan, will, and purpose for each one of us. When we are walking in that place, it fits perfectly and it's easy. He says in His Word that His yoke is easy and His burden is light. The times that we over-commit or do that task that someone else wants us to do (even though it isn't in line with His calling for us) - those times are very difficult for us. When we are living out the purpose He intended for us, it still may be hard work, but it comes easy. He enables us. It's like removing a hot blueberry muffin from a muffin pan that was prepared ahead of time.
Do you fit where you are, or do you need to look at the whole picture and find your place - given by God who knows you best? He has prepared you for the work He has planned for you to do.
One of my favorite prompts in the Bible comes from Psalms - in the 34th chapter and the 8th verse. It tells us to "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him." I have taken Him up on His offer and it stands true!
I have tasted and I have seen how good He is. There is nothing at all special about me. I've just been curious to see that He really is who He says He is - and sometimes I was unaware of my own curiosity!
There was a time in my life when faith was all I had to walk on. I realized that some of my requests could have been insignificant to Him, but they weren't. He heard each one of them. Now, don't get me wrong - I'm not a spoiled little girl that gets her every wish! He has practiced "No" and "Not now" and "Not yet" plenty of times. But there was this one time that His answer was "Yes".
I asked Him for some new perfume. As a single mom, there was not a lot of extra money floating around, but I really wanted some perfume. The afternoon of the morning I made my request, I was at a friend's house. She came down her hallway carrying a gallon-sized Ziploc bag full of perfume. As she approached me, she held the bag out and said, "Freda, would you like some perfume?" Amazed - with tears, I said "Yes".
He is good. He hears us when we pray - even the prayers that will affect no one but us. He cares about silly little details, like, "Daddy, I would like some new perfume." Did that change the world or have an eternal impact on anyone? Maybe not, but it taught me a big lesson. He cares about us like a father should - and He isn't always just about the "big" things in life.
What insignificant "big" thing has He done for you?
In the busyness of the middle of a school year, I find myself sitting in my "quiet time" chair pondering a new ministry, a new website, and a new outlook on the years to come in my life.
2013 was a significant year in my life. The most significant thing being - I turned 50! Half a century. More than half of the average life span. It's quite sobering, actually. Turning 50 has caused me to pause and measure how well I have lived out "being Freda". After all, there is only one me. I need to do it well!
In 1995, God spoke to me through Jeremiah 29:11 and told me He had a hope and a future for me - a great purpose. On that day in April, I wrote in the margin of my dearly loved Bible that I had been called into some kind of ministry. I had no idea what it was going to be - but I said, "Yes".
The years rolled by, my children grew, my two oldest grew so much they actually graduated from high school! Time kept passing. I kept waiting. I kept wondering, "Now, why had God spoken so clearly to me in 1995, then again in 2003, then again in 2011 and again in 2013 - telling me He had something for me to do, and I'm still not doing "it"?!" It came to me in bits and pieces over many years.
Then, like perfect clockwork, it came. I have never been so amazed in my life.
You see, when we say "Yes" to whatever He wants us to do, especially when it is completely out of our range of ability, we take a step of faith. We step into the unknown with all that we are, trusting that He really is there and that He is going before us and being our rearguard, as well. Blindly, I stepped out and told Him I would do whatever He laid on my heart and that I would walk through whatever doors He opened.
I look back over the last month, and see that He is ever faithful. The ministry He called me to is entitled "Broken Hearts - Healing Hearts Retreats for Women". It became a reality last month. Eight ladies.... a home in the mountains... time for sharing... time for crying... time for praying. We dug into God's Word to learn how He desires for us to be whole and healed, and lacking in nothing. We got our hands dirty through a project that revealed a lot about ourselves - things we may have never realized before.
Looking back, I can see God's intricate workings all over the place. He did it all. I just got to go along for the ride! I want my life to be a series of "Yes's" to Jesus. "But, because He says so, I will" has become my life motto. I would love to hear your "Yes" stories - and how your ride has been!
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A lively citrus scent that exudes luxury. Amouage Ciel Woman bursts with the freshness of rich floral scents, intense spices and sensual woods.
Like a rain shower on a hot summer's day, it cools and invigorates the skin and the senses. It leaves an inner sense of serenity and softness, reflecting the warmth of the sun on the skin.
Amouage Ciel Woman Eau de Parfum Spray is rated 5.0 out of 5 by 2.
Rated 5 out of 5 by xena from Truly divine smell It was my second Amouage perfume. I became obssed with this brand. The first time I have smelled Amouage Honour I fell in love with that smell. It did made me to explore some other smells of this brand. Then I found Ciel, and the smells was so fresh, more suitable for summer wearingn nights out, though it is nice to wear it on a daily basis. When you spray it all over you body, first you feel it is too much of citrus, but after some time it developes in to a nice and divine smell. It gives such a freshness to your skin. I would highly reccomend this perfume and try other perfumes of Amouage brand too, as you will find for sure something suitable for yourself and will not regret if you buy it. Though price is quite high but on escentual.com you might catch some good sale periods and purchase it for a good value.
Rated 5 out of 5 by Kaiga from Gorgeous perfume, at a price I bought this as a birthday gift for my wife. It comes from the Omani perfume house Amouage and ever since I brought a bottle back from a visit to Oman, this has been far and away her favourite perfume. I love it too, as does my daughter, it's light, fresh, summery, never overpowering, great to snuggle up to. I don't know another fragrance that resembles it. The only problem is the price. I don't know why it's so expensive, but I suspect the weak British pound vs the Omani rial has something to do with it, although it's always been a lot more expensive than other perfumes. If you can get to try a sample before taking the plunge, I recommend that, and you might find that Amouage Ciel Woman becomes a favourite too.
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With knee injuries, the first visit to JC Physical Therapy will involve a one-on-one session with the physical therapist to determine the correct approach for treatment. Being active and engaged in this treatment will only increase the success rate for recovery.
Exercises will be the main course and tool for treating your knee injury or pain. As well as hands on treatment, the therapist will determine which modalities will be suitable for the condition.
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Usually in all Windows Phones these configurations are automatically set by the Windows Update. But for some reason if they are not setup here’s what you should do.
Confirm by clicking on the left check-icon in the slide-up menu.
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One of the most frequently used terms in business today is “collaboration.” Leaders are working to break silos by fostering greater internal collaboration across functions and departments. Executives in both B2C and B2B companies are also focused on collaborating externally—with customers and partners—to “co-create” new products and solutions. It sounds good, coming together with different perspectives and areas of expertise to collectively devise better ways of doing things.
However, collaborations, particularly in the B2B space, often fall short. Despite high expectations and significant investments of time and resources, collaborations often fail to yield their intended results, at times producing frustration and hurting important relationships.
Alessandro Di Fiore and Mark Friedman of ECSI have found that the barrier to collaboration success is often in how collaborative efforts are structured: the parties fail to agree on the specific problem to be solved. Without this agreement, collaborators spin their wheels.
In this interactive Harvard Business Review video webinar, Di Fiore and Friedman share insights on why collaborations fail and how collaborators can achieve alignment in solving critical business problems.
Alessandro Di Fiore is the founder and CEO of the European Centre for Strategic Innovation (ECSI) and ECSI Consulting, based in London and Milan. He can be reached at adifiore@ecsi-consulting.com. Follow him on twitter @alexdifiore.
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Your data & how we use it?
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1.1 The Board of Directors of Balens Financial Ltd, located at (Address) are [within the context of its Information Security Policy] committed to compliance with all relevant UK and EU laws in respect of personal data, and to protecting the "rights and freedoms" of individuals whose information we collect in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1.8 The Data Protection Officer is responsible, each year, for reviewing the details of notification, in the light of any changes to the firm's activities (as determined by changes to the Data Inventory Register and the management review) and to any additional requirements identified by means of data protection impact assessments.
The policy applies to all Employees [and interested parties] of Balens Financial Ltd such as outsourced suppliers. Any breach of the GDPR or this PIMS will be dealt with under the firm's disciplinary policy and may be a criminal offence, in which case the matter must be reported as soon as possible to the appropriate authorities.
Territorial scope - the GDPR will apply to all controllers that are established in the EU (European Union) who process the personal data of data subjects, in the context of that establishment. It will also apply to controllers outside of the EU that process personal data in order to offer goods and services, or monitor the behavior to data subjects who are resident in the EU.
Data subject - any living individual who is the subject of personal data held by an organisation.
Processing - any operation or set of operations which is performed on personal data or on sets of personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organisation, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure or destruction.
Profiling - is any form of automated processing of personal data intended to evaluate certain personal aspects relating to a natural person, or to analyse, or predict that person's performance at work, economic situation, location, health, personal preferences, reliability, or behavior. This definition is linked to the right of the data subject to object to profiling and a right to be informed about the existence of profiling, of measures based on profiling and the envisaged effects of profiling on the individual.
Personal data breach - a breach of security leading to the accidental, or unlawful, destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure of, or access to, personal data transmitted, stored or otherwise processed. There is an obligation on the controller to report personal data breaches to the supervisory authority and where the breach is likely to adversely affect the personal data or privacy of the data subject.
Third party - a natural or legal person, public authority, agency or body other than the data subject, controller, processor and persons who, under the direct authority of the controller or processor, are authorised to process personal data.
Filing system - any structured set of personal data, which are accessible according to specific criteria, whether centralised, decentralised or dispersed on a functional or geographical basis.
4.1 Balens Financial Ltd is a data controller and/or data processor under the GDPR.
4.2 Anyone in a managerial or supervisory roles throughout Balens Financial Ltd are responsible for developing and encouraging good information handling practices within the organisation; responsibilities are set out in individual job descriptions.
4.4 The Data Protection Officer, who the Board of Directors/Principals considers to be suitably qualified and experienced, has been appointed to take responsibility for the firm's compliance with this policy on a day-to-day basis. In particular, has direct responsibility for ensuring that the firm complies with the GDPR, as do Line Managers in respect of data processing that takes place within their area of responsibility.
4.7 The firm's Training Policy sets out specific training and awareness requirements in relation to specific roles and to members of the firm generally.
Balens Financial Ltd has a process for assessing the level of risk to individuals associated with the processing of their personal information. Assessments will also be carried out in relation to processing undertaken by other organisations on behalf of the firm.
Balens Financial Ltd shall manage any risks, which are identified by the risk assessment in order to reduce the likelihood of a non-conformance with this policy.
Where a type of processing, in particular using new technologies is likely to result in a high risk to the "rights and freedoms" of natural persons, the firm shall, prior to the processing, carry out an assessment of the impact of the envisaged processing operations on the protection of personal data.
All processing of personal data must be done in accordance with the following data protection principles of the Regulation, and the firm's policies and procedures are designed to ensure compliance with them.
6.1 Personal data must be processed lawfully, fairly and transparently, Balens Financial Ltd's Fair Processing Procedure is set out in a separate document.
GDPR introduces the requirement for transparency whereby the controller has transparent and easily accessible policies relating to the processing of personal data and the exercise of individuals' "rights and freedoms".
Data obtained for specified purposes must not be used for a purpose that differs from those formally notified to the Information Commissioner as part of the firm's GDPR registration.
The firm's fair processing policy sets out the relevant procedures.
· All data collection forms (electronic or paper-based), including data collection requirements in new information systems, must be approved by the the Data Protection Officer.
· If data is given or obtained that is excessive or not specifically required by the firm's documented procedures, Name is responsible for ensuring that it is securely deleted or destroyed in line with the firm's policy for disposal of storage media.
· On at least an annual basis, The Data Protection Officer will review all the personal data maintained by the firm, by reference to the Data Inventory Register. The DPO will identify any data that is no longer required in the context of the registered purpose and will arrange to have that data securely deleted/destroyed in line with the firm's policy for disposal of storage media.
6.8 Personal data shall not be transferred to a country or territory outside the European Union unless that country or territory ensures an adequate level of protection for the 'rights and freedoms' of data subjects in relation to the processing of personal data.
Balens Financial Ltd may adopt approved Binding Corporate Rules for the transfer of data outside the EU. This requires submission to the relevant Supervisory Authority for approval.
Balens Financial Ltd may adopt approved model contract clauses for the transfer of data outside of the EU. If the firm adopts the model contract clauses approved by the relevant Supervisory Authority there is an automatic recognition of adequacy.
Data Subjects who wish to complain to Balens Financial Ltd about how their personal information has been processed may lodge their complaint directly with the Data Protection Officer. The Data Protection section of you client facing material will need to be modified to include a GDPR complaints section.
If operating a website the firm will need create a form, usually on the 'Contact Us' section of the website, into which data subjects can enter the details of their complaint. They will need to be shown the Fair Processing Notice at this point.
Balens Financial Ltd understands 'consent' to mean that it has been explicitly and freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous indication of the data subject's wishes by which he or she by statement, or by a clear affirmative action, signifies agreement to the processing of personal data relating to him or her. The consent of the data subject can be withdrawn at any time.
Balens Financial Ltd understands 'consent' to mean that the data subject has been fully informed of the intended processing and has signified their agreement, while in a fit state of mind to do so and without pressure being exerted upon them. Consent obtained under duress or on the basis of misleading information will not be a valid basis for processing. There must be some active communication between the parties, which demonstrate active consent.
Where the firm provides online services to children, parental, or custodial authorisation must be obtained. This requirement applies to children under the age of 16 (unless the Member State has made provision for a lower age limit - which may be no lower than 13.
Care must be taken to ensure that PC screens and terminals are not visible except to authorised Employees of Balens Financial Ltd. All Employees are required to enter into an Acceptable Use Agreement before they are given access to organisational information of any sort.
Personal data may only be deleted or disposed of in line with the Data Retention Procedure. Manual records that have reached their retention date are to be shredded and disposed of as 'confidential waste'. Hard drives of redundant PCs are to be removed and immediately destroyed before disposal.
Processing of personal data 'off-site' presents a potentially greater risk of loss, theft or damage to personal data. Staff must be specifically authorised to process data off-site.
Balens Financial Ltd must ensure that personal data is not disclosed to unauthorised third parties, which includes family members, friends, government bodies, and in certain circumstances, the Police. All Employees should exercise caution when asked to disclose personal data held on another individual to a third party and will be required to attend specific training that enables them to deal effectively with any such risk. It is important to bear in mind whether or not disclosure of the information is relevant to, and necessary for, the conduct of the firm's business.
Personal data may not be retained for longer than it is required. Once a member of staff has left Balens Financial Ltd, it may not be necessary to retain all the information held on them. Some data will be kept for longer periods than others.
Balens Financial Ltd (FRN 630456) is an Appointed Representative of Go IFA who are Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under the FRN 530741.
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I wish I were more fluent in Spanish. Not only am I in love with the language, but it would make translation so much easier. Yet can you ever be fluent in a language other than your native tongue?
For example: the word ‘dichoso’ I found defined as ‘happy’ and ‘dammed’ I was confused, but assumed it was an auto-antonym. I thought this for months, until I finally got around to talking to a native speaker, and within a minute of explaining my perceived definition it was explained that the word meant ‘fortunate’ and the definition meaning damned was actually not in there as the speaker being subject to some sort of curse, but in the sense of ‘that damned book!’ Unfortunately I did not know this and have undoubtedly made a fool of myself in front of anyone who reads those older translations. Not my best move.
It’s not that I’m terrible at Spanish, but I can sense the gaps in vocabulary like a child can sense they’re being left out while adults spell out words. I have never liked that feeling, hence why I learned how to spell P I Z Z A early on in my youth. (Incidentally, that word is spelled the same in both English and Spanish. The more you know).
I started learning Spanish when I was only 5. My elementary school used to have weekly Spanish classes for every grade, and while that was nice while it lasted, it stopped after my year in kindergarten. I had the option to be put in the two-way program, but I was passed up because I had ‘no aptitude for the language’. In reality, I had no aptitude for that teacher. I thought she was annoying, so I failed on purpose. What can I say? 5-year-old me was petty and had no concept of consequences.
It wasn’t until the 6th grade that I started another Spanish class, and at that point I had forgotten almost everything except how to make a trill. We don’t have them in English, but trills are awesome. One of my favorite party tricks is to trill while humming ‘Hedwig’s Theme.’ That and chest isolations while dancing are my best selling points while trying to convince people of my awesomeness.
After 6th grade and memorizing Ciega, Sordomuda I went to the Middlebury Monterey Language Academy (now called Middlebury Interactive Languages) and did 4 weeks of language immersion. My Spanish skills went up, and up again when I returned to Middlebury after 7th grade. In high school I skipped a year in Spanish and my junior year I was slated to take the AP course for Spanish, only to switch to a school that had no Spanish classes. In college I started at a fairly low level because I had the hubris to take the exam at 2am. In any case, my Spanish skills have taken a while to catch up because I was starting at such a low level again. I’ve finally worked my way back to the top, but vocabulary gets me every time.
This summer I am going to the Middlebury Language Schools, so I will hopefully learn more there. That said, it will be 7 weeks of no English, so I will most likely be creating posts in advance, or just writing them in Spanish and translating them back to English once the 7 weeks are up.
In the meantime, classes are done at Brandeis, so finals are about to hit me hard. I’ll make a new post as soon as I finish and/or when I get stressed out from working on things and want to use this blog as a pre-draft of my reflection papers.
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GTA England have conducted some 18 Peer Review activities providing a graded report and the identification of improvement opportunities for members to embrace within development plans. GTA England member, MECNW has actively supported two previous Peer Review activities, with Terry Weston, Skills Director, stepping in to lead the themed ‘audits’ on GTAs preparing for potentially imminent Ofsted Inspection. In the case of Derwent Training Association however, the situation was a little different and much more rewarding for all concerned. Derwent Training Association (DTA) had to give up its direct contract with the SFA due to its then low contract value. This meant that the last full Ofsted was carried out in 2006 where a Grade II was awarded. DTA welcomed the opportunity for a Peer Review as this would enable it to gauge where it stood against the latest Ofsted CIF, to which the review was aligned. DTAs case represented a different perspective on the benefits of PR to individual GTAs. DTA valued the access to experienced senior GTA England network staff to work in a constructive consultative capacity against pre- identified improvement opportunities in a GTAs provision. Acting as ‘critical friends’, this gave both parties, and the DTA staff involved at all levels, the opportunity to be very open and engaged in a very positive process. In advance of the Peer Review, a planning meeting involving John Brockett the Senior Executive at DTA and Terry had an open and honest discussion covering the company’s aspirations and potential obstacles to their achievement. In addition the opportunity to benchmark with the GTA England team’s collective experience on business practices such as financial costings and pricing structures, effective staffing caseloads, business efficiencies, and qualification delivery issues such as OTL and IV. Terry said, “It was apparent early on that DTA had lots of great things happening which would be really beneficial to the GTAE network in sharing good practice and innovative solutions to common problems such as recruiting for females in engineering; promoting higher Apprenticeships and the creative use of space in delivering as broad a range of programmes as employer demand dictates”. The team selection for the PR became clear as support for observing teaching practices, the internal verification of the competence based qualifications, the business development aspect of the Training Officer role, and MIS reporting was identified up front. Taking all of this into account, the balance of the team erred more towards experienced operational Reviewers including Martin Talbot, Training 2000’s Quality Manager, supported by Mark Maudsley and Terry. John Brockett stated, “We had 3 reviewers on site for 3 days and they carried out a full review of all aspects of our organisation. The feedback confirmed our strengths and weaknesses and the team offered advice and support on the corrective actions required. The whole experience was of great value to DTA”. He added “Since the Review, we have struck up a good relationship with Terry Weston of Maritime and Engineering College, who was the Lead Reviewer and we have had exchange visits,with more planned and we are looking to arrange for some of our apprentices to go over for a visit”.
With a new crop of Peer Reviewers successfully completing the assessment centre and led by Trevor Alley CEO SWDT as Peer Review co-ordinator (rated as Outstanding by OFSTED), bookings are now being taken for the autumn/winter peer review schedule.
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Hostels have long been the accommodation of choice for 20-something travelers on a budget, thanks to their rock-bottom rates. For a mere fraction of the cost of a traditional hotel room, you can spend a few days in some of the world’s best cities without blowing your life savings.
In recent years, hostels have become an attractive option for all travelers, not just poor college students, thanks in some part to their affordability. Families, senior citizens and couples have started staying in hostels when traveling — and it’s not just because of the cost.
In fact, it’s the other benefits to staying in a hostel that are attracting guests. Hostels, for the most part, are no longer “no-frills” accommodations in which you’re forced to sleep on a bunk bed in a room with several strangers. Many hostels have upped their games in recent years, sometimes offering amenities on par with hotels, including private rooms.
And there are other perks as well. Not convinced? Check out these five following reasons that you should consider a hostel for your next European adventure.
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When you want to be in the heart of the action in any city, you’re probably going to pay for that privilege. Hotel rooms in the most desirable locations, near popular attractions, lively nightlife and the best shopping and restaurants often go for a premium. But hostels are usually located in the same neighborhoods as those big hotels, offering you easy access to what you want to do and see. Explore the hostel options in your destination city to see what’s available — you may be surprised to find you can get an affordable place to sleep right in the thick of things. For example, when you look for Dublin hostels on Venere, you can sort the results according to neighborhood – and score a great spot in Temple Bar or City Centre.
Okay, so you probably won’t find a world-class spa or a five-star restaurant in a hostel. But in many locations, you’ll find unexpected amenities, including swimming pools, workout facilities, even bowling alleys and movie theaters. At the minimum, you can usually expect to find Wi-Fi and a communal kitchen, where you can whip up simple meals and save money on dining out.
For some people, the presence of other travelers is a drawback to staying in a hostel. However, your fellow vagabonds are one of a hostel’s best features. Unlike in a traditional hotel, where all of the guests keep to themselves, at a hostel, you can spend time meeting and chatting with other people from around the world — people who may be great resources on the things you need to do and see in the city, exploring partners or even lifelong friends. If you’re friendly, outgoing and talk with your fellow hostellers, you may find that the restaurant where you were planning a romantic dinner closed six months ago or that there’s an exhibit by your favorite artist at a local gallery.
Hostels want to attract travelers; to do so, many are increasing the number of “extras” they offer. Some hostels are organizing tours or other activities for guests, including game nights, cocktail parties or scavenger hunts. Not only are these activities a great way to get to know people and see the city, they also save money — even if the hostel charges a fee for a special tour or activity, it’s generally lower than an excursion with a tour company. You can usually pick up discounted admissions to local attractions from hostels as well.
You’re traveling because you want to see the world and experience new places, right? So why stay in a generic hotel identical to the hotel next to the airport in your hometown? Many European hostels are housed in converted buildings with rich histories — you may find yourself sleeping in a former church or castle, or even in a something a little more unusual, like a cave or tree house. And since most hostel employees are locals who are eager to share their homeland with visitors, they can give you the scoop on the area and life in the city, giving you a unique perspective you won’t find elsewhere.
Of course, the economic aspects of staying in a hostel are a major draw, but before you dismiss such accommodations as being “just for kids,” check out some of the other benefits. You may discover that hosteling is right for you after all.
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Here in Pittsburgh, we've been experiencing a bit of an Autumnal heat wave; certainly not anything tropical but it has been quite lovely. Temperatures in the 60s and 70s with plenty of sunshine. The leaves have changed and begun to fall. I'm thrilled to be able to drive with the top down for a few extra rides. The atmosphere is perfect. My favorite time of year.
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If you’re planning on coming to the WSC in April, don’t wait too long to book your room – hotels are filling up fast all over town, and the delegate rate at the Ramada Limited Vancouver Downtown can only be booked until 14 March. Visit stigmaconference.com/info-for-delegates-2016/ for more information.
By weightstigmaconference in Uncategorized on March 9, 2016 .
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I'm successfully employed as a Manager in a private firm. I belong to the Kshatriya caste and am looking for a match from the same community. To describe about my family, we are a nuclear family with strong traditional values. I reside in the beautiful city of Pattamundai.
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I am Godavarish Sahoo,Accountant in a sponge iron plant,I am a single child of my parent & I want a good lifepartner,who take care of my parents,& me also.
I reside in the beautiful city of Kendrapara. To describe about my family, we are a joint family with strong traditional values. I belong to the khettraiya caste and am looking for a match from the same community. Im successfully employed as a Executive in a private firm.
I have made this profile on behalf of my brother. He is currently working as a manager in private sector, after having completed his master's degree. We come from an upper middle class, joint family with traditional values presently living in Mumbai and he has a own flat in mumbai also at vasai road(western line).He is a very good looking guy with slim body and his nature always straight forward.
I am self-employed with a Bachelor's degree currently living in Kendrapara. I come from a middle class, nuclear family background with traditional values.
My son is successfully employed with a private firm as a Software Professional. To describe about our family, we belong to the Kshatriya caste and looking for a match from the same community. We are a joint family with traditional values. My son resides in Kendrapara.
I am self-employed with a Finance degree currently living in Kendrapara. I come from a middle class, joint family background with liberal values.
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Protecting the walls in your kitchen and bathrooms doesn't mean having to compromise on aesthetic appeal. That is as long as you know where to go for high quality, cost effective coloured splashbacks in Friern Barnet, New Southgate, N11 and the surrounding area.
Protecting the walls in your kitchen and bathrooms doesnt mean having to compromise on aesthetic appeal. That is as long as you know where to go for high quality, cost effective coloured splashbacks in Friern Barnet, New Southgate, N11 and the surrounding area.
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R has multiple visualization and graphical architecture and packages such as Base R graphics, ggplots and lattice. We will explore different visualizations options in R.
R could be used for extracting data from social media platforms - Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin etc and analyzing the data for creating insights for better decisions.
Facebook Group Posts - Level of engagement and likes?
Facebook Groups (mining data using R) - who is contributing?
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The chance of completing its dynasty with another title belongs to Maccabi Elite Tel Aviv after it defeated Olympiacos 77-73 in a thriller on Thursday to win their best-of-three Quarterfinal Playoff series and advance to the Final Four in Prague, April 28 to 30. Maccabi will have the opportunity to become the first team in a generation to win three straight titles. Free throws by Derrick Sharp and Nikola Vujcic allowed Maccabi to escape for good even though Olympiacos had retained full options of winning until the final minute, but a missed triple by Manolis Papamakarios with a 76-73 score and 10 seconds to go was fatal for the Reds. Willie Solomon led Maccabi with 18 points, Anthony Parker added 13, and three more players added 10 points each: Derrick Sharp, Kirk Penney and Vujcic, who had 8 of his down the stretch. For Olympiacos, Tyus Edney led the way with 14 points, Sofoklis Schortsanitis added 13, Nikos Hatzis 12 and Quincy Lewis 11. In Prague, Maccabi will meat Tau Ceramica in the first semifinal of the Final Four, a rematch of their title game last season.
Olympiacos started strong, winning the opening tip and getting a jumper from Quincy Lewis. It took Maccabi over a minute to score on Derrick Sharp's free throws. Edney answered with a triple from the top of the key, but Maceo Baston got those back with three points the hard way, scoring over Lewis and drawing the former-Maccabi shooter's second foul. Parker put Maccabi up for the first time with a three-pointer, but Edney copied him as the three-point ping pong continued. Edney's third triple followed by Panagiotis Vasilopoulos's first saw the Reds start to pull away and a pair of free throws and a running jumper from Papamakarios made it 11-18. Solomon almost single-handedly kept Maccabi close, first finding Jamie Arnold inside for a basket, then pulling up for a foul-line jumper and then stealing and making free throws to bring Maccabi within 17-18. Another Maccabi steal then sent Parker downcourt to slam, and when Arnold corrected Tal Burstein's miss with a slam, the score was 21-18 and Olympiacos needed a timeout. Arnold came back with a baby hook to cap a 12-0 run that put the hosts up 23-18. That's when Schortsanitis came of the Reds bench to make immediate impact, drawing two fouls and scoring on 3 straight possessions to help tie the score at 24. But he also committed 2 quick fouls and was soon back on the bench. With time running out, Nikos Barlos fouled Solomon, whose free throws gave Maccabi a 26-24 lead at the end of the first.
Baston picked up his third foul less than a minute into the second quarter, leaving Maccabi coach Pini Gershon to lean heavily on Arnold. Zizic tied the score with a hook while Vujcic missed free throws for the hosts. Kirk Penney made a surprisingly early entrance for Parker, and made his presence known immediately, drilling a triple on his first possession. Then, after another Solomon drive, Penney spotted Solomon for a triple that made it 34-27. Maccabi cooled off a bit after that, but Edney and Lewis struggled from outside and failed to take advantage. Penney kept up his strong play, hitting a jumper at the three-point line and then hitting free throws that had Maccabi up 39-31 with 3:30 left to halftime. The Reds never flagged, however, as Nikos Hatzis hit a long jumper and then Schortsanitis scored over Vujcic inside to make it 39-35. Maccabi called timeout and soon saw Sharon Shason stole the ball from Edney and darted downcourt for a finger roll. Hatzis remained hot with a triple, but Solomon answered with a three of his own. Hatzis cut the gap to 44-40 from the line, and after Solomon took an ill-advised early shot, Olympiacos found Renaldas Seibutas for a layup to make it 44-42 at halftime.
Lewis had a chance to tie the game on the first play, but made only one of two free throws. Maccabi started to pull away with a Derrick Sharp bucket followed by Vujcic's score inside off of his own miss. When Zizic was coled for three seconds - Olympiacos's third turnover in less than three minutes - it allowed a Solomon triple to put the host up 51-43. Christos Harissis first basket kept the Reds in the picture, but a Baston basket and a one-hander from Parker put Maccabi ahead by 10 for the first time. Olympiacos coach Jonas Kazlauskas turned to Schortsanitis, who managed to disrupt the Maccabi plan on both ends of the court. Hatzis made one from downtown, Harissis added a reverse layup and Seibutas capped a 1-7 spurt that put the visitors right back in the game. Hatzis followed a missed Parker jumper with a pair from the line to make it 56-54. Vujcic lobbed a pass to a wide open Arnold for a score, but Edney's first points of the half kept it tight. Parker scored from the wing. Vujcic swatted away a Schortsanitis shot, but Arnold lost the rebound. Seibutas drove and drew a foul from Penney, made the free throws and cut the gap to 2 points. Parker's pull-up jumper at the buzzer kept Maccabi up 62-58 after 30 minutes.
Baston blocked a Vasilopoulos jumper to start the final quarter, but seemed to hurt his leg while driving into Schortsanitis on the next play and came out. Solomon sacrificed his body to stop Schortsanitis in the paint, but the big man made 2 free throws anyway. The nerves seemed to hit both teams as shots continued to bang out. Penney's second three-pointer gave him double figures in points for the first time since opening night of the season, and Maccabi a 5-point lead, but the Reds came back. A Lewis triple was followed by a Penney turnover, which Harissis turned into a fast break slam for Schortsanitis, tying the score 65-65 with 6 minutes to play. Parker's pull-up jumper with 4:35 remaining ended a three-and-a-half minute drought for Maccabi, but Lewis drilled a three on the next play to give Olympiacos a 67-68 lead. Vujcic scored in a crowd to put Maccabi back on top, but this time Harissis silended the crowd with a triple that put Olympiacos up 69-71. Maccabi went to Vujcic, who drew a foul and made both to tie 71-71 with 3:17 left. After Vasilopoulos missed a triple, Vujcic drew another foul, making 1 of 2 to get the lead back. The Reds milked the clock on the next possession, but Solomon blocked Lewis's attempted three as the 24-second buzzer sounded. Vujcic added 2 more free throws to the lead with 2:10 remaining. Seibutas's jumped bounced out with 1:45 left, while Arnold missed 2 free throws, and then Edney hit only 1 of his 2 chances, making it 74-72 with 1:08 on the clock. When Solomon missed, the Reds went to Schortsanitis, who was fouled, but only made 1 of 2 free throws with 24.8 seconds to play. So after Olympiacos fouled Solomon, and he made both, it was 76-73 and Olympiacos needed a triple to tie. Amazingly, they got a wide-open one when Edney drove and kicked out to Papamakarios. But with 10 seconds left, he hit the front of the rim, Vujcic rebounded and was fouled, then made 1 of 2 to sentence the outcome. Maccabi fans were already thinking about a three-peat in Prague.
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As you may or may not know, I decided to create a separate site for my video podcasts. That way I can sort of brand the videos separately, and I can feel free to reach back and re-use content that I have written about here at Bauer-Power. Why not right? Besides, when you hear the name “Bauer-Power” if you have never heard of my blog, you wouldn’t immediately think of it as something that revolves around computers and technology right? Hence the name Tech Chop was born!
In this episode, I decided to answer an email I received from a viewer of the old Bauer-Power videos. His name was Terrance, and he wanted to learn more about virtualization, and what exactly it is. I mean, it’s a cool buzz-word right? Right up there with “cloud computing". It’s funny but virtualization, and cloud-computer actually go hand-in-hand as most cloud computing companies, offer their cloud services by using virtualization!
So here it is, episode 1 of Tech Chop!
Did I miss a favorite virtualization product of yours? Care to share some other benefits of virtualization that I neglected to mention? What virtualization software do you use in your environment? Let us know in the comments!
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A new book released today provides strategies to help employers in today’s business climate control costs and maximize their benefits dollars as they strive to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse workforce. To help drive business results and optimize benefits programs, employers should view their benefits strategies from a fundamentally new perspective, according to The Benefits Edge: Honing the Competitive Value of Employee Benefits authored by Dr. Ronald Leopold, vice president of MetLife Institutional Business. Based on extensive research, The Benefits Edge introduces an innovative benefits framework that provides a systematic view to making more strategic benefits decisions. A complimentary copy of the book can be requested at www.whymetlife.com/thebenefitsedge.
“The research and industry insights contained in The Benefits Edge indicate that employers cannot maximize the ROI of their benefits offerings if they do not align their business goals with the goals of employees (security, fulfillment and personal relevance). Employee benefits are strategic tools that can enable employers to strengthen connections with their employees, which is important given that good talent is a perennial source of competitive advantage. The book provides a blueprint of a new benefits framework to help employers manage their business for success,” says Dr. Leopold.
The Benefits Edge is designed to help benefits decision-makers maximize the value of their employee benefits spend by looking at benefits as a strategic investment in the key business goals of employee productivity, retention and attraction. After reading the book, brokers and employers should be better positioned to 1) assess the competitiveness of their benefits programs; 2) reorient the benefits discussion with senior management; and 3) craft actionable solutions for a challenging economy that are sustainable over the long-term.
4) recognizing the potential to improve employees’ everyday quality of life in ways that will attract workers and build their engagement, loyalty, and productivity.
Through Dr. Leopold’s research, he found that all employers, regardless of their size, industry and other demographic factors, fall into one of four profiles when it comes to their benefits offerings in comparison to their competition. He has termed these profiles: “Traditional,” “Standard”, “Flexible,” and “Progressive.” The Benefits Edge contains a worksheet to help employers determine their profiles. Understanding an employer’s profile can help in determining which benefits investments will be most effective given the employer’s culture and budget.
“It is important for employers to realize that a greater investment in employee benefits programs does not necessarily mean a greater benefits spend. Supporting voluntary benefits, providing access to educational resources, and improving benefits communications should also be considered part of the ‘investment’ equation. The actual monetary investment in benefits programs can vary widely among the profiles, so The Benefits Edge offers action plans that can be customized within each profile type,” adds Dr. Leopold.
“The Benefits Edge creates a new benefits paradigm for benefits managers, CFOs and brokers,” said Dallas L. Salisbury, President and CEO, Employee Benefit Research Institute. “The book’s holistic framework helps employers maximize the value of their benefits spend by shifting the conversation away from benefits as an expense to benefits as an investment. This new framework shows companies how to strengthen employee engagement and satisfaction – in turn driving employee retention, attraction and productivity."
The Benefits Edge: Honing the Competitive Value of Employee Benefits is the second book authored by Dr. Leopold, MD, MBA, MPH, who focuses on the future of work, health and benefits. He is also the author of A Year in the Life of a Million American Workers, an almanac of absence data that provides a comprehensive picture of one million American workers and their health conditions, illnesses and absence patterns over a one-year period. Dr. Leopold is a board certified occupational medicine physician who holds a Masters in Business Administration.
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Assuming he retains office, Mr Netanyahu may be quickly undermined by criminal proceedings. Israel’s attorney general has said he plans to indict him after the vote on three separate charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust, which could result in jail sentences. Mr Netanyahu, who denies the allegations, could try to claim immunity from prosecution while he remains prime minister, though Likud colleagues say they would oppose such a move.
Whoever emerges as Israel’s next leader is sure to face daunting challenges that, to a large degree, are the product of 10 years of missed opportunities. Mr Netanyahu’s lack of strategic vision, coupled with his polarising and divisive style, has left the country vulnerable to a range of potential threats that many Israelis do not appear to appreciate fully .
The most dangerous is Iran. His success in derailing Tehran’s 2015 nuclear agreement with the US and EU has increased, not decreased, the risk to Israel. Donald Trump’s decision to tear up the pact and reimpose sanctions on Iran was decisively influenced by Mr Netanyahu and, to a lesser extent, the Saudis. Now, predictably, pressure is building inside Iran to engage in the very sort of nuclear activities the pact was designed to guard against. The virtual collapse of the deal, and Mr Netanyahu’s persistently bellicose rhetoric, is reviving the spectre of future, pre-emptive Israeli airstrikes against presumed Iranian nuclear facilities. Knowing this, Iran has responded by exploiting its Syrian alliance to establish permanent military bases on Israel’s northern border, which it claims are defensive and which Israel’s air force frequently attacks. Far from warding off a conflagration, his policy has made one more likely.
Mr Netanyahu’s disdain for Israel’s traditional European allies, echoing his fractious relationship with Barack Obama, and his preference for “strongman” rightwingers cast in his own image, has produced some unedifying liaisons. Hungary’s populist-nationalist leader, Viktor Orbán, cannot be counted a reliable partner. Neither can Russia’s Vladimir Putin, with whom Mr Netanyahu has grown close, nor, for that matter, Sunni Muslim autocrats in Riyadh who detest Iranians marginally more than Jews.
In encouraging and facilitating Mr Netanyahu’s obstructive, do-nothing attitude to a Palestinian settlement, President Trump, the ultimate rightwing populist, does Israel no favours. Mr Netanyahu counts illegal US recognition of Israel’s claims to Jerusalem and the Golan Heights as signal triumphs. But President Trump is a false friend offering disastrous counsel. All that these ill-advised gestures will ultimately achieve is a deepening of long-term risks to Israel’s security.
Mr Netanyahu’s stubborn refusal to seek an equitable peace with the Palestinians, based on the two-state solution he once endorsed, forms a backdrop to almost daily confrontations in Gaza and Hamas’s murderous and deplorable rocket attacks on Israeli civilians. It helps radicalise the intimidated, dispossessed and disenfranchised Arabs of the Occupied Territories, where hope is usurped by anger.
Mr Netanyahu’s strategic blindness has failed to check war-hardened Hezbollah’s missile build-up in southern Lebanon, now estimated at 130,000 rockets, all aimed at Israeli cities. More dangerous still, his bullish intransigence and ill-disguised racism have damaged Israel’s international standing. Netanyahu has had his chance. Better for all concerned that he go – and go now.
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Are you a highly talented HOD or second in charge of English looking for a new post from September?
Would you like to lead a highly successful English department with a wealth of talented teachers and some of the best results at GCSE/A-Level in London? Would you like to this all at a vibrant inner London school that has just been graded as an Ofsted 'Outstanding' School?
Take-on a new challenge with this Head of English role and begin teaching at a multicultural secondary school with an impressive location in Islington, London.
A multicultural secondary, this school is found in Islington and is located close to central London.It has a reputation for motivating low ability students to academic excellence and is a fully certified 'Training School'. The school is graded outstanding and when you arrive you can see why, it exudes excellence and ensures the best teaching at all times. The school was recently reported to be a centre of learning excellence amongst the community. The school makes excellent use of the opportunities afforded it thanks to an enviable working relationship with the local community.
As a Head of English you will be leading the highly successful English Department. As well as inspiring and leading your department staff, you will also be helping to manage the influx of pupils opting to take this subject at GCSE and A-Level through sharing the workload. As a Head of English you will be continuously monitoring students' achievement and developing strategies for learning to meet the lofty academic expectations of this high-achieving department. In general, you will be extending your current sphere of influence by taking on the role of Head of English while benefitting from additional TLR. You will have the chance to challenge the minds of some bright A-Level pupils, but prepare to be challenged yourself too!.
The school want to meet an enthusiastic Head of English who has worked previously in a high achieving school and a track record of 'Good' or better classroom practice. The ideal individual should be able to work with the Senior Leadership Team to identify areas in the school that can be improved upon with hard work and diligence. You must have the skills to meet the expectations of your colleagues, as well as setting high achievement targets for your pupils too.
This school is the perfect environment in which to grow your skills and experience, and to really enjoy teaching. Take advantage of this great opportunity to work as a Head of English in a multicultural secondary school in Islington, Central London; click 'Apply' to send your CV to Fiona Henri at EduStaff.
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Since the start of the trade war, the import and export trade of various domestic industries has been affected to varying degrees.For the instrument industry, the shrinking of the export business has become a common concern for the industry.Beginning on January 1, 2019, the United States officially began to impose a 25% tariff on Chinese-imported music products. Under the impact of high trade barriers, only Chinese companies are injured?What is the impact of the US and even the global instrument market?
From January 1, 2019, the United States officially began to charge 25% tariffs on Chinese music and audio products, while the previous tariff rate was only 4-6%.This is part of Trump’s trade policy with China. The US government is trying to use tariffs to force the Chinese government to lift tariff and non-tariff barriers to US products and to crack down on intellectual property infringement.
Conservative speculation that tariff increases will lead to two direct outcomes.First, the price of Chinese products will rise because the industry’s profits are not high enough to allow US dealers or manufacturers to absorb 25% of CIF prices.
Second, American companies will gradually look for other places of production. The labels of the products may be labeled Indonesia, Vietnam, Mexico, or even the United States. This is already happening.
experience, consumption will use various methods to avoid taxation in order to obtain maximum benefits.
Will consumers mind that the price of a Chinese pedal has risen from the original $150 to $190? Or is a $300 guitar going up to $375?
Some producers and retailers say that a slight increase in commodity prices will have a huge impact on consumer demand or stimulate consumer demand in the secondary market.
Although there is no basis for market research, P&G, which has done a lot of professional market research, once said that even the most sophisticated market research groups and consumer research reports can’t explain “what consumer’s willingness to consume”.Therefore, regarding the impact of price increases on market demand, we cannot conclude this conclusion.Based on the inflation rate, the current price of musical instruments has never fallen. In the past few years, the rise in the price of domestic musical instruments in the United States has not curbed consumer demand.
The same is the Chinese musical instruments and audio products. When entering the United States, the tariff is 25%, while the tariffs entering the EU or Canada are only 4-5%. The unfairness of such tariffs will be very high for Canadian and European retailers. The large pricing advantage will fuel the grey market and add turbulence to already complex international trade channels.
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations state that individuals can be allowed to carry $800 equivalent of self-use duty-free items, which also facilitates potential “transnational trade”.At the same time, the network also allows foreign retailers to quickly and easily reach out to American consumers and has an affordable shipping option.This will prompt a large number of daring foreign retailers to use the $800 tax-free interest to encroach on the US market, which is nearly 40% of global music product sales.
It is not unfounded for online retailers to use tariff differences to protect their export business.In Australia, imported guitars charge a 10% tariff, and some US retailers use the $1,500 personal tax exemption to earn the difference.This situation has lasted for a decade, and Australian retailers and dealers often complain that their government has put them at a disadvantage in trade.
In recent years, tariff fluctuations have been large. In 1915, tariffs were the main source of income for the US government. Today, tariffs account for less than 5% of the US government’s economic resources.Since the establishment of the European Union in 1992, tariffs have gradually lost their effect and international trade has prospered.
The current US tariff policy toward China is not final, and trade policy will undoubtedly be adjusted with the US election.In the context of today’s global economic interconnectedness, the uncertain outcomes and huge impacts of tariff policies may exceed our imagination, and as such, the impact of this 25% tariff is even more unpredictable.
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Usually you can take a drive any given day and see multiple vehicles with window tinting. Most people don’t think anything of it other than “that looks pretty cool.” Others may acknowledge how it can help prevent the glare in your face. However, there are many other advantages that window tinting has to offer. Below are some of the top ways window tinting provides long-lasting functional benefits to protect you and your vehicle.
Your car is a big investment that you want to last as long as possible. Having window tinting professionally installed on your vehicle is a great way to prolong the lifespan of your interior. Window film blocks sun rays that can fade upholstery and discolor leather and vinyl. It protects car interiors from cracking and warping to keep your car looking newer longer. Window tinting also blocks windshield glare to decrease eye fatigue from direct sun or bright headlights at night.
Window tinting can block up to 99% of the UV rays from the sun that can speed up skin aging and cause skin cancer. Even clear window film or a light tint can block out both damaging UVA and UVB rays. Over half of skin cancers in America occur on the left side of the body, which correlates to the driver’s side of a car. For people who drive for extended periods of time, window film protection provides a critical advantage to safeguard against this risk.
Sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect level of AC for all of your passengers. Window tinting can help resolve that dilemma. Depending on the grade, window film can block anywhere from 35-65% of the solar heat that builds up in a car. You can balance climate and comfort for everyone and cut down fuel consumption from excessive AC use.
Window film is designed to keep glass from shattering if an object hits it. In the event of a car accident, passengers are protected from flying glass shards and from being ejected through windows. On top of that, burglars will have trouble breaking through tinted windows and get into your car.
Window tinting comes in a wide range of shading to provide a level of privacy for you and your passengers as you go down the road. When you park the car, you can walk away and know people won’t be able to see your possessions inside.
Interested in Window Tinting in the Aberdeen NJ Area?
AutoWorks is an automotive electronics shop that also offers car window tinting services to towns in the Monmouth County area. Service towns include: Middletown, Tinton Falls, Oceanport, Keyport, Keansburg, Highlands, Matawan, Long Branch, Hazlet, Atlantic Highlands, Aberdeen, Shrewsbury Twp, West Long Branch, Fair Haven, and many more. To learn more about our products and installation services, contact us today at 732-671-0225 or visit the website.
There are many amazing advantages of window tinting. A lot of the population believes that car window tinting is only for making a vehicle look cool and blocking the sun. However, it can block up to 70% of solar heat for a cooler ride, provide UV protection equivalent to SPF 285, help protect your interior from harmful UV light, and prevent glare from the sun and headlights from blinding you. On top of that, car window tinting gives you more privacy, prevents shattered glass or smash and grab robbery, and can save on fuel due to less use of your air conditioning. Solar Gard is among the best car window tinting film brands. Below we will talk about Solar Gard Galaxie films.
Superior quality and exceptional performance will enhance your driving experience and protect you from the sun’s heat and damaging UV rays. Industry leading clarity, for unaltered visibility and safe driving, make Galaxie the best window film for looking and keeping cool.
Looking for Window Tinting Services Near Eatontown NJ?
Are you looking for professional high grade Aberdeen window tinting? People tint their windows for multiple different reasons, not just for aesthetics. Window tinting, especially with quality lead brand films like Solar Gard offers many great benefits for both you and your vehicle. Below are some of the great things that Aberdeen window tinting has to offer.
More Comfort: Window tinting blocks up to 70% of solar heat for a cooler ride.
UV Protection: It can be equivalent to SPF 285.
Prevents Fading: Help protect your seats and dashboard from harmful UV light that can fade the colors.
Reduce Glare: Aberdeen window tinting will prevent glare from the sun and headlights from blinding you.
More Privacy: Window tinting makes it more difficult for passersby to see what’s going on in your vehicle.
Custom Look: Window tinting gives vehicles a cooler look.
Extra Safety: The film on your windows mean no more shattered glass or smash and grab situations.
Save On Fuel: Less air-conditioner usage means less fuel being used.
So, how about the window tinting with Solar Gard films? Solar Gard Ultra Performance window film offers some superior advantages.
An unmatched combination of high heat rejection and high visible light transmission.
A guarantee against fading or color change of your interior.
Satellite radio, GPS, tire pressure monitoring system and cellular friendly.
Blocks more than 99% of the harmful UVA and UVB rays.
Are You Looking for Quality Aberdeen Window Tinting Services?
AutoWorks offers window tinting as well as other auto services to towns in the Monmouth County area. We serve towns including Middletown, Homdel, Oceanport, Keyport, Keansburg, Highlands, Matawan, Long Branch, Hazlet, Atlantic Highlands, Aberdeen, Shrewsbury Twp, West Long Branch, Fair Haven, and many more. To learn more about our auto products and services, contact us today at 732-671-0225 or visit the website.
Many vehicle owners think of window film, also called window tint, as just an aesthetic enhancement, but it also provides long-lasting functional benefits to protect you and your vehicle. Here are some of the top reasons to invest in tinted windows.
Fade Reduction. Your car is a valuable asset that you want to last as long as possible. Having window tinting professionally installed on your vehicle is a great way to protect your investment. Window film blocks harsh sunshine that can fade upholstery and discolor leather and vinyl. It protects car interiors from cracking and warping to keep your car looking newer longer. Window tinting also blocks windshield glare to decrease eye fatigue from direct sun and bright nighttime headlights.
UV Ray Blockage. Tinted windows on your car can block up to 99% of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays that can accelerate skin aging and cause skin cancer. Even clear window film or a light tint can block out both damaging UVA and UVB rays. Research shows that 53% of skin cancers in the U.S. occur on the left side of the body, which correlates to the driver’s side of a car. For people who drive for extended periods of time, window film protection provides a critical advantage to safeguard against this risk.
Solar Heat Rejection. If you’ve battled finding the right level of air conditioning for all of your passengers, tinted windows can help resolve that dilemma. Depending on the grade, window film can block anywhere from 35-65% of the solar heat that builds up in a car. You can balance climate and comfort for everyone and cut down fuel consumption from air conditioning overuse.
Shattered Glass Protection. The safety benefits tinted windows cannot be underestimated. Window film is designed to keep glass from shattering if an object hits it. In the event of a car accident, passengers are protected from flying glass shards and from being ejected through windows. Also, thieves will find it difficult to break through tinted glass and get into your car.
Privacy and Security. Tinted windows in a wide range of shading to provide a level of privacy for you and your passengers as you go down the road. When you park the car, you can walk away and know that nobody can see your valuables inside.
Looking to Add Tinted Windows to Your Vehicle?
Located in Middletown, New Jersey, AutoWorks is a automotive shop that provides auto services, including installing tinted windows, to towns in the Monmouth County area. We serve serve towns including Middletown, Red Bank, Oceanport, Rumson, Little Silver, Marlboro, Manalapan, Long Branch, Holmdel, Ocean Township, Lincroft, Shrewsbury, Monmouth Beach, West Long Branch, Fair Haven, and many more. To learn more about our window tinting, auto electronics, installation services, and other services contact us today at 732-671-0225 or visit the website.
Cooler Driving – Solar Gard window films are designed to reject up to 61% of the total solar energy, making your car cooler and reducing the need for air conditioning. Plus, window tinting helps cut annoying glare reducing intense bright hot spot on sunny days and blinding headlights at night.
Protects Interior – Window tint is like sunscreen for your automobile, rejecting up to 99% of all UV rays. Solar Gard window films shield premature leather, vinyl and fabric discoloration and fading to protect your investment.
Protection from the Sun – Solar Gard window tinting, like other brands, shields both UVA and UVB ultraviolet rays. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, there is a direct link between more time spent driving a car and a higher incidence of left-handed skin cancers. While all types of skin cancer increase with exposure to unprotected skin, there’s a form of melanoma common among drivers that is caused by cumulative sun exposure.
Enhances Appearance – All Solar Gard films come in a wide variety of colors and tints to compliment any car or truck exterior. The darker you go, the more privacy you will have but make sure you check your local window tinting laws and adhere to them.
Great Warranty – Solar Gard window tint comes with strong warranty coverage for its line of Solar Gard window films.
Superior Adhesives – Solar Gard films’ exceptional adhesives ensure your film’s optimal performance. Inferior adhesives can cause bad adherence to surfaces, resulting in bubbling and film failure.
Quality & Performance Tested – Solar Gard window tint quality assurance means that each roll produced of a particular product will be of a consistent color for a seamless look. Solar Gard conducts vigorous performance testing to ensure our products perform as expected in various conditions.
AutoWorks offers automotive window tinting services and other car audio & electronics services to towns in the Monmouth County area. We exclusively use Solar Gard tint high performance window films.They serve towns including Middletown, Red Bank, Oceanport, Rumson, Little Silver, Marlboro, Freehold, Dayton, Aberdeen, Manalapan, Point Pleasant, Millstone Township, Long Branch, Spring Lake, Holmdel, Shrewsbury, West Long Branch, Fair Haven, and many more. To learn more about our car subwoofer installation services and other services contact us today at 732-671-0225 or visit the website.
Window Tinting help decrease Interior Heat – Quality window film can provide up to a 78% reduction in heat transfer. This reduces the sun’s effect of heating up the inside of your car decreasing the amount of time that you will need to use your air conditioner. This can result in extending the life of the vehicles AC system.
Energy Savings by using Window Tinting – As stated above, reducing interior heat can reduce the demand for AC use. This can have a significant impact on gas mileage and a savings at the pump. who wouldn’t want that?
Window Tinting contribute reduce Interior Fading – Quality film can block up to 99% of UV ray. This help to reduce fading of your seats, carpets, dash and wood trim. It also works to extend the life of these items.
Reduce Health Risks by Window Tinting – Exposure to the sun is know to cause potential health risks to the eyes and skin. By blocking 99% of UV light, window tinting will also act as a “sunscreen” to protect from the harmful effects of the sun.
Reduces Hazardous Glare by Window Tinting – Glare while driving can blind vision and create a dangerous condition. Window tinting applied to a vehicle’s side and rear windows can significantly reduce glare.
Increase Safety and Security – Accidents can turn a window into thousands of dangerous shards of glass. Window Tinting can act to hold the glass together during an accident. It can also impede a would-be thief from gaining access to your vehicle.
Enhance Appearance – Most shops offer varying shades of window tinting to appeal to almost any taste. If you do not want to darken the windows, but still want the benefits listed above, we have a film for that too.
Using Window Tinting for your cars is a great way to reduce glare and heat as well as enhance privacy. Consumers typically have two options for tinting their cars windows: Do it themselves with a DIY window tinting kit or hire a professional. It might be tempting to tint your car windows by using a DIY kit, but the benefits of hiring an auto tinting pro outweigh any savings.
AutoWorks offers Window Tinting services as well as backup camera installation, detailing, and other auto services to towns in the Monmouth County area such as Middletown, Red Bank, Rumson, Little Silver, Marlboro, Freehold, Dayton, Aberdeen, Manalapan, Point Pleasant, Millstone Township, Long Branch, Spring Lake, Holmdel, Shrewsbury, West Long Branch, Fair Haven, and many more. To learn more about our gauge installation services and other services, contact us today at 732-671-0225 or visit the website.
Better Driving – Driving with the sun directly in your face isn’t just an annoyance, but can be deadly as well. Window tinting shields your eyes and prevents glare from all sources of extreme light so you’ll never be caught driving badly due to no fault of your own.
Great Privacy – Let’s face it, in some of the more unsavory parts of town it’s always a good idea to keep a low profile. Window tinting guards your personal privacy no matter where are you, as well as protects the things inside your car when you’re not around. No more hiding your valuable possessions out of sight every time you park.
Upholstery Protection – The heat and UV rays from direct sunlight can fade your upholstery in just a few years. Window tinting keeps your car interior from getting hot enough to warp, fade, or crack, and blocks up to 90% of harmful UV rays from entering.
Shatter Proofing – Window tinting helps to keep your car’s window from shattering upon impact with an object or in the event of an accident. This can go a long way to protecting the health and lives of your passengers if anything unexpected happens on the road.
Keeping Cool – With the right window tinting, you can reduce the heat inside your car in the scorching summer months by up to 60%.
Health – Direct sunlight and the associated UV rays doesn’t just damage your skin and accelerate aging, it can also cause skin cancer over a prolonged period of exposure. Window tinting can reduce harmful UV rays by up to 99%.
AutoWorks offers window tinting, backup camera installation, detailing, and other auto services to towns in the Monmouth County area such as Middletown, Red Bank, Oceanport, Rumson, Little Silver, Marlboro, Freehold, Colts Neck, Aberdeen, Manalapan, Point Pleasant, Millstone Township, Long Branch, Keansburg, Eatontown, Shrewsbury, Tinton Falls, Fair Haven, and many more. To learn more about our hot rod restoration and other services contact us today at 732-671-0225 or visit the website.
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Monitor printers, routers & switches, and other network devices with TeamViewer Monitoring.
Monitor the availability and fault of all network devices such as printers, routers & switches, and more by scanning for all connected devices. Reduce undesired downtime and provide an interruption-free and stable work environment that sets your company and clients on a path of high productivity and success.
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How can you make sure your clients don’t grow anymore frustrated at their printers than they probably already are?
You are expected to manage and support all devices, but are you sure you got them all?
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TeamViewer Monitoring scans your network for all devices.
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Ensure a stable environment with low downtime.
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Be notified as soon as a state of a port changes to open, broken, or disabled.
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You will receive an alert as soon as the available storage reaches a set threshold.
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TeamViewer Monitoring checks various crucial aspects of your computers such as the CPU usage, the disk space, and much more.
Network monitoring is a fresh addition to TeamViewer Monitoring. We appreciate your feedback, or specific feature requests.
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Bodycology Sweet Petals Perfume by Bodycology, Founded in 2003, bodycology was part of advanced beauty inc. In 2015 pdc brands aka parfums de coeur bought the brand. Bodycology is devoted to high quality spa products for women.
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Some 91 percent of technical respondents surveyed for cloud and managed security services provider Trustwave’s 2015 Security Health Check Report believe criminals are increasingly targeting healthcare organizations.
However, only 10 percent or less of their IT budget goes toward cybersecurity and protecting their patients’ highly sensitive information.
That is a key message of the report, which is based on a survey of 398 full-time health care professionals and quantifies the security snags and shortcomings facing the health care industry.
According to the study, the size of the global electronic healthcare record (eHR) system will grow at an annual rate of 5.5 percent and reach $22.3 billion by the end of 2015, up from $18.8 billion in 2012, according to a study by Accenture.
With incentives from the federal Affordable Care Act to move away from paper records, organizations are increasingly adopting eHR systems to track patient information. As businesses make the shift, the expanding threat surface is creating a critical need for health care entities to test everything across databases, networks and applications.
Other key findings in the 2015 Security Health Check Report from Trustwave include the fact that 79 percent of technical respondents and 77 percent of non-technical respondents are most concerned about losing patient data, above other types of information, if their organization is breached.
Some 77 percent of non-technical respondents believe criminals are increasingly targeting health care organizations, but an overwhelming majority (86 percent) said their organization has not experienced a breach.
Half of technical respondents said 10 percent or less of their overall IT budget goes toward cybersecurity, and 27 percent reported their annual security budget has not changed in the past year. Additionally, 65 percent of non-technical respondents believe that external threats pose more of a concern than insider threats (35 percent).
A quarter of non-technical respondents believe their organizations don’t have incident response plans.
A complimentary copy of the report, which includes a list of recommendations for health care organizations, can be downloaded here.
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Owl bet you will be spooked at RMRP's annual Owloween! This themed open house event will showcase our facility, classroom, and educational ambassador birds! Trick-or-Treating for the kids. Learn about Owls and Turkey Vultures and maybe even some other mysterious creatures. Great photo opportunities.
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Three leading historians of the NKVD massacres of Polish prisoners of war at Katyn, Kharkov, and Tver—now subsumed under “Katyn”—present 122 documents selected from the published Russian and Polish volumes coedited by Natalia S. Lebedeva and Wojciech Materski. The documents, with introductions and notes by Anna M. Cienciala, detail the Soviet killings, the elaborate cover-up, the admission of the truth, and the Katyn question in Soviet/Russian–Polish relations up to the present.
Anna M. Cienciala, a specialist in twentieth-century Polish diplomatic history and Katyn, is a retired professor of history at the University of Kansas, Lawrence. Natalia S. Lebedeva, the leading Russian historian of Katyn, is a researcher at the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, who has edited other documents and published articles on Soviet-Polish relations, the Comintern, and other subjects. Wojciech Materski, the leading Polish historian of Soviet/Russian–Polish relations and Katyn, is director of the Institute of Political Studies, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw.
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Truman Library: Daily Summary, Central Intelligence Agency, February 20, 1951. Truman Papers, President's Secretary's File. Russia: Stalin.
Daily Summary, Central Intelligence Agency, February 20, 1951. Truman Papers, President's Secretary's File. Russia: Stalin.
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WeWork, a global network of work spaces, sees the Italy opportunity.
The company, which is one of the largest and most innovative managers of offices and shared working spaces, has announced its landing in Italy: in Milan in via Giuseppe Mazzini and in via Meravigli, by 2020.
WeWork, founded in 2010, has followed the global evolution of the way of working based on all-round collaboration.
Today, more than 70% of WeWork’s member professionals collaborate with each other: an interaction that stimulates new ideas and sharing services and that helps companies thrive.
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A meaningful ritual infused with tradition, a joyful celebration filled with long lasting memories. Enjoy every moment!
that is a bar or bat mitzvah is a joyous time for your child and for the entire family.
From venue selection and invitations to entertainment and centerpieces, we take care of all the myriad details with ease and professionalism.
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SEATTLE - Jaguars starting free safety Dwight Lowery was woozy heading to the sidelines after the second play of the game.
Without him, the Jaguars secondary looked woozy for the remainder of the contest in Sunday's 45-17 loss to Seattle at CenturyLink Field.
Lowery, a sixth-year veteran, didn't return to the game after suffering a head injury. Without him, the Jaguars had three rookies in the secondary. Starting cornerbacks Alan Ball (groin) and rookie Dwayne Gratz (ankle) missed the game.
Strong safety Johnathan Cyprien was making his third start. However, cornerback Demetrius McCray made his first career start and, with Lowery out, rookie Josh Evans received the bulk of the work.
Seattle took full advantage. The Seahawks threw for five touchdown passes as quarterback Russell Wilson picked on the rookies often.
"It's not easy," Jaguars middle linebacker Paul Posluszny said. "Those guys did a great job, but we're going to get beat at times. That's part of the deal, especially against a good offense like that. Those guys stepped in, they didn't flinch and they competed."
Seattle quarterbacks completed 21-of-29 passes for 331 yards and had a team passer rating of 135.2.
Cyprien made the secondary's best play when he sacked Wilson and stripped the ball out in the second quarter. Defensive tackle Brandon Deaderick recovered the ball.
"It was a blitz to the strong side where I beat a block," said Cyprien, who was selected with the opening pick of the second round in April.
"We're always preached to go for a sack-fumble. It was a good highlight, but there were a lot of lowlights that we've got to improve on."
McCray, a seventh-round pick, was credited with two passes defended. However, Wilson went after him several times. On one drive, McCray gave up a 17-yard catch to Jermaine Kearse, and then drew a 26-yard pass interference penalty on the following play.
"We knew with Demetrius on the perimeter, he was going to have some opportunities," Bradley said. "He stood up a couple times, and they got the best of him a couple of times. In this style of defense, you've got to be able to play on the perimeter and handle the shots they took."
McCray recorded five tackles in the game.
"Overall, I think it was pretty good," McCray said. "I can learn from it a lot. It's a lot to learn from, but overall, I think I played OK."
Evans, a sixth-round pick, showed his inexperience on a 23-yard touchdown pass to Sidney Rice in the third quarter. Wilson lofted the ball into the end zone. Evans waited on it as Rice sprinted in front of him to jump up and secure the catch.
"That was a bad read by me," Evans said. "I've got to attack it at the highest point. I jumped up thinking no one was around me. He jumped up and made a great play on the ball."
Bradley gave Evans (seven tackles) a quick lesson on the sidelines.
"In the NFL, you can't sit there and wait for the ball to come to you," Bradley said.
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The original San Jose Jumper Rental company with over 65,000 satisfied customers and millions of happy kids! Rent an Inflatable Bouncy House today! Providing Bounce House Rentals, Inflatable Water Slide Rentals, Sports Games, Party Games, Fun Food and much more! Serving Santa Clara and Santa Cruz County, including Silicon Valley, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Palo Alto, Fremont and more!
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The primary source of energy in the United States is currently fossil fuels. These include oil, coal, and natural gas, and they account for 85 percent of the total energy sources used in the country. The consequences of burning these fossil fuels are dire to say the least, and in this article we will attempt to answer the questions ‘why are fossil fuels bad for human health’ and ‘why are fossil fuels bad for the environment’.
The first effect of burning fossil fuels is to the health of our population. The fact is that we need clean air for good health. The main reason why fossil fuels are bad for our health is because burning them releases a number of extremely harmful gases, such as carbon dioxide and monoxide, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons. Their combination released into the atmosphere creates a nasty overhang we commonly refer to as smog, the harmful effects of which have been brought up by medical professionals numerous times.
Many of the harmful effects of fossil fuels are difficult to track, but they are there regardless. These include water pollution, acid rain, lung disease in humans, and also the costs of national security, as they are very adamant about protecting oil sources that come from abroad. Of course, because of the difficulty of finding the causes for these costs, it is society that has to pay them, silently, not even knowing where they came from, while it all boils down to one thing – fossil fuels.
More and more people find themselves asking ‘why are fossil fuels bad for the environment?’ with much evidence of the fossil fuels and global warming connection becoming more apparent. The most significant contributing gas to global warming is carbon dioxide, which is notorious for trapping heat in the atmosphere of the earth. This is the gas that is emitted the most when fossil fuels are burned. In fact, the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere is now over 25 percent more than it was 150 years ago. Fossil fuels are also responsible for the increase in nitrous oxide and methane levels in the atmosphere.
The fossil fuels and global warming connection is confirmed by scientists, who claim that if the current levels of carbon dioxide keep on rising, the Earth will become warmer this century. Various impacts are due to happen as a result of this temperature increase. For one, many glaciers around the world are already melting and the more they melt, the more sea levels will rise. If this happens, coastal areas are likely to suffer because of flooding and inundation (delta areas are especially under threat). Other climactic changes are due to bring more natural disasters and extreme weather conditions in some areas. Agricultural zones located inland could suffer severe droughts.
These answers only begin to scratch the surface of answering the question “why are fossil fuels bad?” Fossil fuels are not just bad, they are the main culprit of the world’s problems. A solution needs to be found, and it needs to be found fast!
Posted on October 24th under Global Ecology.
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One common source . . .
certainty about all revealed truths from the holy Scriptures alone.
demonstrates the process of living Tradition.
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From fast breaks to epic journeys, our trips cover the world from all angles for 18‑35 yr old vacationers such as you. Because ratification of TRIPS is a compulsory requirement of World Trade Organization membership, any nation seeking to obtain onerous access to the quite a few worldwide markets opened by the World Trade Organization should enact the strict mental property legal guidelines mandated by TRIPS. Our expanded 2016 schedule offers Service Weekends, Georgia Bucket List Trips, Day Trips and Heartland Rivers of Georgia Series paddles in every nook of the state.
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Specifically, TRIPS requires WTO members to supply copyright rights, overlaying content producers together with performers, producers of sound recordings and broadcasting organizations; geographical indications , including appellations of origin; industrial designs ; built-in circuit format-designs ; patents ; new plant varieties ; trademarks ; trade costume ; and undisclosed or confidential data TRIPS additionally specifies enforcement procedures, remedies, and dispute resolution procedures.
In addition to our culinary tours, Access Trips presents non-public journey excursions in the following regions where we have now expertise. The TRIPS prototype will supply greater instruction-degree concurrency, and thus increased potential performance, than present industrial processors, with no modifications to the programming model. Banerjee and Nayak 15 exhibits that TRIPS has a constructive effect on R&D expenditure of Indian pharmaceutical companies. Statements by the World Bank indicate that TRIPS has not led to a demonstrable acceleration of investment to low-revenue nations, although it could have carried out so for center-income nations.
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More and more plumbers are recommending the Magnetizer as the #1 solution for hard water problems. Magnetizer is the non-chemical solution to hard water problems.
Think twice about relaxing in that tub of chlorinated water. Chlorine is intended to kill the living organisms in it. Do you want to be alive or dead? These Crystal Ball Bath Filters effectively transforms 90% of chlorine in bath water into a harmless substance. Treat your bath water and you can rest easier in it.
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The word "aftermath" seems to arise in odd situations, often confusing both students and myself. Do you know what the word means? Does it have anything to do with mathematics?
Turning to my authority, Webster's Dictionary, we find that its etymology comes from the Anglo-Saxon words after + maeth, meaning "after + cutting of grass."
That is right...the primary definition of "aftermath" is " a second mowing; grass that grows after the earlier mowing." I kid you not!
Wait, the dictionary lists a secondary definition as well..."a result or consequence, usually an unpleasant one." Now, we are getting closer to the student's world of mathematics.
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Browse New Westminster real estate and learn about the city on this page! The latest MLS® listings can be found on the search map on this page.
The City of New Westminster, often referred to as “New West” by locals, was once the capital of B.C. It is full of history and heritage and was named after Queen Victoria’s favourite part of London, England. As a result, New Westminster was nicknamed “The Royal City”.
New Westminster is a great place to live and is rapidly growing. Geographically, it is located in the middle of the Lower Mainland making it very convenient to travel to and from other cities. New Westminster has a combination of rich, historical architecture preserving its small-town vibe as well as new developments supporting the town’s growth.
New Westminster real estate has many neighbourhoods with diverse character: from new condos for sale with stunning views of the New Westminster Quay to heritage houses in Queensborough. New Westminster is a short drive from Surrey and Burnaby, making it a great location for working professionals in the area.
Although it is a smaller city, there is no shortage of things to do. There are great restaurants, cultural events, bars, shops, and a beautiful 600-meter waterfront boardwalk. The New Westminster Pier Park includes amenities such as a festival lawn, viewpoints, sports courts, restaurants, public arts and more, making it a lovely place to spend the weekend.
Reach out to the CMA Real Estate Group to discuss your options for buying New Westminster real estate. If you are looking to consult with an expert regarding condos and houses for sale in New Westminster, Milan Stanisavljevic is the one to reach out to. He will gladly help you through your process of buying a new home and answer any questions you may have.
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Whether you’re a prospective business owner just starting out, the proud owner of a business in need of legal advisement, or someone who’s ready to wind their business down, my knowledge and experience are at your disposal. Read on to learn about the service I offer.
Corporations operate on the concept of limited liability, meaning that its shareholders own the business but cannot be held legally liable for it — that is, unless they fail to meet corporate legal standards. Corporations are recognized as separate entities from their owners.
The core advantage of choosing to form a partnership is that these entities are not required to pay income tax. Rather, that money passes through to the business’s partners. However, this entity type can be very risky for startups because all general partners are held personally liable for the company’s debts.
Limited liability companies contain a mix of qualities found in corporations and partnerships. Like corporations, the LLC entity type protects its owners from being held personally liable for the business’s failures. And, like partnerships, LLCs offer flow-through taxation. Still, LLCs have their disadvantages, so it's best to consult with a knowledgeable attorney before proceeding with your business formation.
Even if your legal matter doesn’t fall perfectly into one of these categories, I invite you to reach out for advisement. As an attorney who’s been practicing in Los Angeles for nearly 35 years, I’m likely to know who can assist you if we determine I’m not the right person for the job.
When you reach the point that you’re ready to dissolve your business, it’s important that you don’t rush through the process. After all, there are many factors to consider. Not only will your dissolution need to be specific to your business entity type, but there are also a number of consequences that could affect you down the line if you don’t handle things properly. To ensure you’re protecting yourself and avoiding potential repercussions, you should look to an experienced attorney for guidance. If your business is in or around the Los Angeles area, feel free to give my office a call.
You’ve put a lot of working into building your business, and I’d like to help you keep things moving in the right direction. Whether that means coaching you through the business formation process, personally handing a current legal concern, or assisting you with a dissolution, I’m up for the task. Contact me to put more than three decades of experience on your side.
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CAROLE ORTH - Carole Orth, P.C.
You may be looking at this page because you or someone close to you is in need of some form of legal assistance. Knowing where to go, what to do, or who to hire to help you is often a daunting task. The fact that an attorney is needed already defines a level of stress and uncertainty to what you or your loved one is facing. We are here to try and help you through this difficult process.
Our services focus on the needs of a family whether it is a result of the ending of a marriage, a child custody dispute, child support, or challenges associated with the possession of a child. The difficulties encountered in these situations are costly, both emotionally and financially. We work with you to try and assist you in making sound decisions during these challenging times. Often the decisions are made in a settlement of your case, as most cases do settle before final trial. Unfortunately, there are those instances where a trial is needed to have a final resolution of your legal issues but we are prepared to assist you through this process.
Carole Orth is a well respected family law attorney with a large part of her practice being appointed by the Courts as an Amicus Attorney who seeks to represent the best interest of children. She has a unique ability of fostering positive relationships with those she represents and is a dedicated advocate.
There is a strong belief in the firm that resolution before destruction is the appropriate path if available. This philosophy is the foundation of her mediation practice. Carole recognizes that life will go on for the spouses, the parents, and the children who come into the litigation system long after the case is over. Her efforts at helping parties reach agreements through mediation is designed to help foster communication between the parties while recognizing the challenges they face, the positions they take, and the long term effects of their litigation or the alternative of an acceptable resolution.
If you have questions or concerns you wish to inquire about we welcome the opportunity to discuss them with you. Please call us to schedule an appointment.
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This summer, after leaving the campsite at Dune du Pyla in Southern France, which we had stayed at for two weeks, my brother and I and family stopped off at an F1 Hotel near Poitiers, and slept there for the night to break up the journey back home.
As we woke up, my Mum and Dad declared that we were going for a surprise visit somewhere.
And so we set off, in our car, my brother and I stared out of the window hoping for signs of where we were going.
Not too long after, we spotted a big crystal shard building sticking out of the ground, in the distance.
As we pulled into the car park we started asking our Dad about Futuroscope and he explained that it is an amazing theme park which we have been driving passed every year and this year we were lucky enough to get free entry as my Mum writes a blog.
My first thoughts about Futuroscope was the fantastic large buildings: a city of cylinders, the great shard building, and we couldn’t wait to check out the rides.
As we walked through the theme park, I kept my eye out for rides and when I couldn’t see any I asked Dad and he said that the rides were all inside rides, so the first ride we went on was in the Shard building, which was a 4D movie with moving seats, wind, and on a moving conveyor belt so that it felt as if you were inside the screen – Rayman Rabbids Time Travel.
It explained all of the odd things about history and how they had been caused by the Rabbids. I really enjoyed this ride, as it was my first indoor theme park ride experience.
Our second ride experience was a driving experience. Were it seem like you were in a formula one car racing through the sharp cornered streets of a French city and nearly running people over. They made this experience work by using: moving seats, air fans and water jets; which sprayed at us.
The ride was called Dances with Robots. . . I’ve only included my very favourite rides as I would be here all day otherwise!
So imagine my delight when the new Skylanders Swap Force arrived on our doorstep – great! And yes, the behaviour this last week has been impeccable in anticipation of trying it out for size. We even had the camera handy when they were pulling the packaging off – oh their faces!!
I asked them to ‘review’ it for me, and so they did.
There were lots of “Stars” compliments – which included the much-improved graphics compared to the original Skylanders (he hoped that Skylanders wouldn’t mind him saying that)… the fact you can now JUMP, measured very highly, and both boys agreed that it’s brilliant that you can create LOADS of their OWN characters by swapping heads and bodies. There have been certainly a LOT more playdates at our house this week, and all of the kids have been massively enamoured (once the homework has been finished clearly…).
Which leads us to the “Wish” – They would like to be able to play with more than two players, and hope that the “Portal of Power” will soon be available with enough room for four figures please… that said, they’ve all played beautifully, encouraging their friends, and have shared so nicely, that the Wii may not be banned for some time chez nous!
Oh, by the way, I’m also on twitter.com/MoreKidsChaos too… Erm, and funnily enough on Google+, Facebook and Pinterest! Click here for the latest KidsChaos Competition, and Pop over to say hello x This has been a commissioned post.
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ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has welcomed the dialogue offer made by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani to the Taliban.
Talking to the media persons in Islamabad on Thursday, he said Afghan Taliban are a political entity and Pakistan supports the dialogue between the Afghan government and the Taliban.
The foreign minister said Pakistan desires peace and stability in the neighboring country. He stressed there is no military solution to the Afghan conflict.
Responding to a question, Khawaja Muhammad Asif said that Pakistan will frame its foreign policy keeping in view the national interests. He said we will not sacrifice our own interests for the protection of the interests of the United States.
The foreign minister also asked Washington to strike a balance in its policy towards South Asia.
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Cast defections can't kill it. Bottoming-out ratings can't either. To be honest, we're not quite sure why it's still on. But tonight, That 70's Show begins its eighth (and likely final) season without Topher Grace and with minimal participation from Ashton Kutcher.
We're sure you'll be watching.
Did anyone else find last night's Law & Order SVU particularly... I don't know... over the top?
We all know the show is dark. I get that. I'm the farthest thing from a bible thumping, FCC-hugging prude. But why the kitchen sink nuttiness last night? It wasn't even a sweeps episode, by criminy!
Consider, that before the show's halfway point, we were treated to the following: multiple dead elementary school kids, one case of child molestation, and nazis!
But hope you didn't miss the grand finale: a courtroom shootout where a 16 year old shot said skinhead, a judge, and two officers before an undercover FBI agent blew a hole through his chest the size of a bowling ball.
Now, that's entertainment. Where could SVU possibly go from here? I guess we'll find out.
FX has cancelled its Iraq war drama Over There.
The Steven Bochco show premiered strong, debuting as one of the top 10 highest-rated basic cable debuts ever.
But viewers never returned en masse, and the show averaged half its premiere rating.
It's Oprahkill: the portly queen of daytime will release a new DVD box set later this month.
It will contain over 17 hours of highlights, from weight-loss programs and makeovers to Tom Cruise's bizarre appearance.
It also includes complete episodes - including her 50th birthday special and her trip to Africa.
Lindsay Lohan, Hilary Duff and Sheryl Crow will perform at the 2005 American Music Awards.
Cedric the Entertainer hosts the 33rd annual special, which airs live from LA November 22 on ABC.
Kid Rock and ex-fiancee Pamela Anderson are getting back together for an episode of Anderson's comedy series, Stacked.
Rock will guest star as a delivery man on the November 9th season premiere of the Fox show.
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Italian is a romantic language and a complete language in that it has been refined over the last 2 thousand years from its predecessor , Latin, and is not easily prone to change. German and French are the same. English is a developing language and is both changing and complex. So in learning Italian one has to simplify many English expressions into one. English has mixed in Gaelic, Latin and German/Dutch components from various occupations, both military and religious and is still able to accommodate new words from it’s Commonwealth and colonial times.
The theme today is to help understand the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs which is important for the use of verbs in the past tense.
Also to throw a light on how languages are made up and insight into the words used.
This came about as I was trying to describe a trip overseas on an aeroplane.
I went abroad on an aeroplane. I flew in the sky.
Sono andato all éstero su un aero. Ho voluto nel cielo.
The plane took off and landed several times.
L’aero e decollato ed e atterrato più volte?
The plane did a loop the loop and made a bank to the left.
L’aero ha fatto il giro dell’anello e ha fatto una sponda a sinestra.
The interesting words here are take off and landing both of which refer to an action [verbs are action] affecting only the subject itself hence taking essere in the past tense. These verbs are intransitive. An intransitive verb is a verb that does not take a direct object.
Transitive verbs use avere which goes with verbs that have an object. As in I hit the ball, subject Myself, action hitting, object the ball. A transitive verb because the subject is not moving and the object is being affected.
Sometimes the subject is not visible in the sentence but it is implied. An object, the plane, is needed to be able to fly in the sky. hence the past uses avere not essere.
da collo means from the neck or from the hill and was also an old english term for beheading. As a verb in Italian it means both to take off from the ground or to take off a head. Decollere. Decollo I take off.
I hope this small example helps you progress in leaps and bounds. or “a passi da gigante.” In giant steps.
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On January 11, 2019 an intimate group of students, professors, and community members met in the Valley Library to listen to an oral history interview of Downwinder, Trisha Pritikin, which was facilitated by Dr. Jacob Hamblin.
Pritikin was being interviewed as part of a National Science Foundation grant through Oregon State University to understand the history of the Dose Reconstruction Project at the Hanford Nuclear site in Washington State through the stories of those who lived and worked at Hanford during the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s.
Pritikin was born in October 1950 in Richland, Washington near the Hanford Nuclear site at a time of historically high radiation exposure. As a result of this, she was exposed in utero to low doses of ionizing radiation, primarily from radioiodine and cobalt. But because of the latency effect of these exposures, she was mostly unaffected by ill health during her childhood, and actually remembers her childhood as nearly idyllic. But there were signs of health problems to come, her brother died shortly after birth from an undiagnosed ailment (Pritikin suspects it was leukemia), and she was born with knobby malformed knees which have plagued her her whole life.
When Pritikin was in college, all of the lasting effects of the radiation exposure that she was exposed to as a child began to foment. After a dizzying number of years in pain and suffering through numerous maladies, Pritikin was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, a common autoimmune disease suffered by many Downwinders, which led to the eventual removal of her thyroid and 3 out of 4 of her parathyroid glands. Despite her illness, and the lasting effects of having her thyroid and parathyroid glands removed, Pritikin graduated from college, completed a master’s degree, and went to law school where she passed the bar after graduating from UC Hastings in 1983.
Pritikin’s diagnosis led her down a path of discovery for the root cause of her ailments. Soon she learned that her illness was caused by her radiation exposure from when she lived at Hanford as a child. She began to connect with others who were also affected. And most importantly, she began to be an advocate for all Downwinders. As part of her advocacy, in 1988 Pritikin was elected to the Hanford Health Effects Subcommittee where she helped to advocate for medical monitoring of Downwinders. Additionally, Pritikin has been a part of the legal battles that the Downwinders have gone through. Currently, Pritikin spends most of her time with the non-profit, Consequences of Radiation Exposure (CORE), which she founded.
Throughout the interview, Pritikin continued to comment that despite the fact that her life has been quite negatively affected by radiation exposure (not only has Pritikin been affected, but both of her children suffer from effects due to radiation; her father died of thyroid cancer; and her mother died from cancer), her story is unfortunately not unique. Today, according to Pritikin, much of the attention surrounding Hanford is on the state of the physical site itself, but not on the people, and she wants that to change.
For Pritikin, even though her story sometimes feels like it is something out of science fiction, it is real, and she doesn’t want her story, and the others like it to be forgotten. She wants the stories of the Downwinders to endure. and for future generations to get involved and take interest.
For all present at the interview, no one will be able forget Pritikin’s story, and hopefully her story will serve to help future generations to get involved and take interest in the Downwinders.
Posted in Faculty, Nuclear, politics, Uncategorized, Visitors, Women.
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The pretty island of Menorca, the most easterly in the Balearic chain, offers a tranquil retreat for those in search of glorious beaches, relaxation and natural pursuits. With a low-key vibe, a variety of historic treasures and a stunning national park, the island provides a delightful mix of leisure and sightseeing.
Mahón, the historic capital of Menorca, is situated on the east coast and dates back to 1721. With its gothic cathedral, 18th century mansions and waterfront tapas restaurants, there’s plenty to enjoy in this charming city.
Those in search of retail therapy should head to Mahón’s town market where there are numerous stalls selling local arts and crafts. Other landmarks worth visiting include the baroque Church of Santa Maria and the Opera House, which is the oldest in Spain. This is still a popular venue for music concerts and film screenings today.
Situated on the western edge of the island, the historic town of Ciutadella features high on most visitors sightseeing lists. With a maze of cobbled streets, a pretty harbour, and wide selection of cafes and tapas bars, a day here may not be enough. Situated behind the port area is the old town, peppered with narrow lanes, elegant palaces and shady squares. The 13th century Cathedral of Menorca, with its neo-classical exterior and impressive marble altarpiece is not to be missed here.
The rugged north coast of Menorca is ideal for those who like to venture off-the-beaten-track. Little fishing villages, such as Es Grau, with its sheltered bay, are popular among families, whilst Fornells is a haven for seafood lovers and those wishing to try their hand at windsurfing. The North Coast is also where Parc Natural S’Albufera d’es Grau (home to a variety of wetland birds, lizards and tortoises) is situated.
At the opposite end of the island, Menorca’s south coast is famous for its beaches and bustling seaside resorts. The coastline south of Mao, or Mahón, is where the popular holiday haunt Punta Prima is located. Frequented by couples and families it features a 200 metre-long beach and a host of restaurants, bars and children’s play areas.
Also on the south coast is the resort of Son Bou, which boasts the island’s longest beach and numerous family-friendly activities, such as bowling and a mini-train that operates throughout the day. A short drive from the resort is the remains of the Christian Basilica of Son Bou. Dating back to the 5th century, it’s a must-see for all history buffs.
Menorca is a wholly beautiful island to visit. Whether you want to explore its beaches and hidden coves, step back in time in the ancient capital, or enjoy fine dining or authentic tapas in Mahon, you’ll love the ever-changing landscapes of your Balearic island road trip.
Collect your car from one of Menorca’s Avis pick-up points and take to the road.
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but I hear they go by fast) there was no racing for me last week, so it was a good time to train hard. Racked up some big miles and had a trip to Santa Cruz topping it all off with 8 hrs in the saddle on that day. Made it onto a lot of unridden roads for me, so it was nice to get a little veriety in the week without having to leave the area. Stopped by the Pen Velo Sunday morning ride for some company during part of a long ride, and some fun hammering at the front of a pack for a little while. It was nice not to race last week since the crash gremlins were still in my head, and doing climb repeats up Kings, or descent repeats down it, got my confidence in the bike back after my little spill. I also swapped my components to the new frame, nothing like a new bike to make you feel faster…even if it looks and rides exactly like the old one.
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Despite it's lofty name The Manor House Inn is an unpretentious, yet stylish country pub that celebrates it's country connections. We offer quality food cooked fresh by our team of chefs who source seasonal fayre from local producers. We have a rich choice of dishes to cater for all tastes, from traditional pub grub, chargrilled meats and fish, a choice of salads and a full a la carte menu from our restaurant. Vegans, vegetarians, children and those with dietary considerations are all catered for.
and a wide range of fine wines.
We also have 7 en-suite bedrooms available on a B&B basis.
We have a range of options to choose from; singles, doubles, triples, family rooms and a suite.
We have a large beer garden over which is popular during the warmer months.
The space is often used to host outside functions such as this village fete.
We specialize in affordable occasions and can cater for upto 150 people The space is free to hire.
We provide the food, drink and staff to serve it - you organise everything else.
Our stylish upstairs room can seat 16 people comfortably.
Free to hire, we provide the food, drink and waiting staff.
There may be a minimum spend required, so please call to discuss your needs.
Our ground floor function room features a purpose built banqueting table which can seat up to 52 people.
The room has two french windows which open up onto a private patio area in the beer garden, making it an ideal space foryoung families. Although the room is free to hire, there may be a minimum spend required.
Best to call the managers to discuss your needs.
Treat your friends and loved ones to an unforgettable meal with a restaurant gift card. Our restaurant gift cards can be purchased for a minimum of £25 up to any amount. Please call to discuss.
Give the gift of accommodation to a loved one: stay the night, or two nights, with or without dinner. We can personalise your card to suit your budget, please call for more information.
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TIME & PAYROLL gives personal attention to our customers and we customize our products and services to meet their needs. Our staff continually trains to increase our expertise in the payroll, tax management and labor laws.
Contact Us for assistance in payroll, timekeeping, tax management, direct deposit, payroll debit cards and much more.
many ways... It allows us time to concentrate on other things without having to worry about doing the payroll too. We know our payroll is being handled by a very competent and efficient staff."
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On March 6, 2017 at 5:49 a.m., Galloway Township Police responded to a motor-vehicle accident involving a pedestrian at the intersection of US Route 30 (White Horse Pike) and S. Cologne Avenue.
According to Police, Jill Costigan, 51 of Trenton was driving a 2009 Honda Civic and traveling westbound when she struck a pedestrian near the intersection of W. White Horse Pike / S. Cologne Ave.
Police identified the pedestrian as Samiyah Miller 18, of Egg Harbor Township. Miller was transported to the local hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
Summons were not issued at the time of the accident as it remains under investigation. Ptl. Kevin Costa is the investigating Officer.
Galloway Township Ambulance Squad and AtlantiCare Medics assisted in the accident.
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Give Ceasar what is of Ceasar..
or better, give Jerry Janda what's of Jerry Janda.
He hinted the shout outs / metions would be back and now we have them!
Gabriella Gogl-Gyorgy - is this a known mismatch?
It is actually using the same data, just the sorting order is different and a lot more advanced and complex in the case of mentions (both built by my team). I'd like to ask you to check within your followers too, as your social graph consists of both your followers and followings.
The general rule is, social graph always on top except if there is an exact match for the characters you types outside your graph. E.g. If you search for "Carol", you will see Carols on the top and not Caroleigh Deneen even if she is within your social graph. Otherwise it would be much more difficult to find poor Carols if you are really looking for one.
If it still seems weird after this, let me know.
Apologies for the Frankenstein assembly and scribbled numbers on the test elements in my photo editor, but can you account for the 'mention' results shown in the image below?
They are all apparently following me, but not showing in my people.sap.com 'Following Me' list, so the bug in question here is that the mention list is more up to date/accurate than the people profile search results, and the bug is in the people search.
The people search checks the beginning characters of first and last name while the search for the mentions also searches the character sequence within the name. I saw this as a advantage even they are lower ranked at the end of the list.
Agreed that the prioritized manner in which the mentions are being presented is good. I would request that we further enhance the search on the people page to be consistent. In the case of the people search for following/followers, the list is already limited to just me, so it should always use a wildcard search for any pattern in the name.
Yep, I have it in my back pocket to further enhance the profile follower/following search too, but first I have some bigger plans *evillaugh*, so stay tuned.
And btw Jürgen is correct about the behavior. Like mentioned, doing atmentions was something that we thought brings more value at this moment than the search in the profile, so it is way more advanced.
Aaand Colin Krawchuk Michael Braun could you please double check on the label of the picker?
Well, Veselina Peykova , I could tell you...but why ruin the surprise when you can find out for yourself, Veselina Peykova ?
So you tell me, Veselina Peykova ... how many did you receive?
*whisper* no bug so far?
If I were you, I would still postpone activating e-mail notifications for @mention for a few days - until the novelty wears off.
Now I really would want to see "the top @-mentioned list". :) Well, the first one would be Juergen, of course, but what about the rest of top 10?
So nobody has tried a self-reference?
Shame on me, Volker Barth, for such anti-social behaviour!
In my country there is a saying: "I talk to myself, because I prefer communicating with intelligent human beings."
I like that. I'm going to start using it. It's much better than my personal saying: "I talk to myself because I have personal issues."
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The traditional underrepresentation of Muslims in the police, army and bureaucracy now extends to elected assemblies.
This is an excerpt from Majoritarian State: How Hindu Nationalism Is Changing India by Christophe Jaffrelot, published by HarperCollins.
Between 1980 and 2014, the number of Muslim MPs in the lower house of the Indian parliament — and hence their percentage — diminished by more than half. This evolution is all the more significant as the share of Muslims in the Indian population rose during the same period. Consequently, the gap between their proportion of the population (which rose from 11.1 to 14.2%) and that of their elected representatives in the Lok Sabha (which dropped from 9 to 3.7%) increased fivefold, jumping from two to ten percentage points. Responsibility for this trend lies primarily with the BJP, which has only ever endorsed very few Muslim candidates, and this in constituencies where the party had a slim chance of winning, even as its group in parliament continued to increase in numbers.
In 2009, the BJP fielded 4 Muslim candidates, or 0.48% of the total, and only got one elected. In 2014, it fielded 7 Muslim candidates out of 428 (or less than 2%) and none were elected. For the first time in India’s history, the winning party in the general elections had no Muslims in its parliamentary group in the Lok Sabha and therefore, in states such as Uttar Pradesh, India’s largest state, where Muslims make up over 18% of the population and where the BJP won 71 out of 80 seats, did not have a single Muslim MP (compared to 6 in 2009 and 10 in 2004).
The formation of a Hindu vote bank by the BJP, which in particular aimed to sideline minorities in the political arena, prompted other parties as well no longer to nominate Muslim candidates, except in areas with a high Muslim majority. This tactic was especially clear in the Congress’ case, which the BJP accused of cultivating a Muslim vote bank by showing concern for their social and economic condition — a false claim if one goes by the impoverishment of Muslims under the UPA regime.
In 2009, the Congress, unwilling to embrace its traditional secularism, only endorsed 31 Muslim candidates (or 3.7% of the total), among which only 11 won seats. That year, the parties that fielded the most Muslim candidates and got them elected were regional parties, starting with the Bahujan Samaj Party. Five years later, the Congress fielded 27 Muslim candidates out of 462 (less than 6% of the total). Among non-Muslim parties, only the Rashtriya Janata Dal (a lower-caste grouping based in Bihar), the Samajwadi Party, the Trinamool Congress and the CPI(M) fielded a percentage of Muslim candidates higher than the share of Muslims in the population (see Table 2). But in many cases, the candidates in question were in constituencies far from the areas where these parties were strongest.
Not only did parties of all political stripes field fewer than 10% of Muslim candidates for the Lok Sabha in 2014, but above all, few of them were elected. Muslim MPs finally made up about 4% of elected representatives in the lower house. This underrepresentation, linked to the boom in Hindu majoritarianism, was reflected at the government level by an unprecedented situation. Only two members in the first Modi government – or less than 3% – were Muslims in 2014. Both had come from the Rajya Sabha (the upper house), given that there was none among the BJP MPs in the Lok Sabha and that only MPs can be appointed as government ministers in India. In July 2016, the minister of Minority Affairs, Najma Heptulla, resigned but was replaced by another Muslim minister in this position, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi (minister of state prior to that). A second Muslim minister was then appointed in the government, M. J. Akbar, who became minister of state for External Affairs. Inventorying the loci of power in the Indian republic, veteran journalist and media personality Shekhar Gupta concluded, “India’s minorities have never been so out of the power structure. They are justified in having a sense of unease about it”.
However, an examination at the level of the states of the Indian Union is necessary to make a full appraisal of the situation. Aside from the fact that there is no longer a single Muslim chief minister, the presence of Muslim representatives in state assemblies (as Members of Legislative Assemblies – MLAs) and governments (as Ministers or Ministers of State) is on the wane. In January 2018, out of 1,418 BJP elected representatives in these assemblies, only four were Muslim and only two members of the BJP state governments (coalition governments are not taken into account here) were Muslim. This situation holds true as much in states where the BJP has been governing for a long time (such as Gujarat, where the party did not endorse a single Muslim candidate in 2007, in 2012, or in 2017) as for those it recently conquered, such as Assam (30.9% Muslims), where out of 61 MLAs (enabling it to win the elections in 2017), it has only one Muslim elected representative.
In general, when the BJP conquers a new state that was ruled by a regional party, the number of Muslim MLAs drops. The most spectacular example is found in Uttar Pradesh where, in 2017, their proportion went from 17 to 6%. While the figure of 17%, achieved in 2012 mainly thanks to the success of the Samajwadi Party, had brought the share of Muslim MLAs closer to their share of the population in Uttar Pradesh, that is, according to the 2011 census, 18.5%, the figure of 6%, associated with the BJP landslide victory, reflects an underrepresentation comparable to that of 1991, when the party had already taken control of the state.
A similar diminution in the number of Muslim representatives was not noted systematically when power changed hands from the Congress to the BJP, simply because the Congress never fielded very many Muslim candidates, especially in northern and western India where the Hindu nationalists traditionally have the greatest influence. In Maharashtra, whatever the winning party, the portion of Muslims among the MLAs has never exceeded 5% (i.e. half the proportion of Muslims in the state), including when the Congress won, because it never endorsed more than 7% of Muslim candidates. In Gujarat, Muslim assembly members already made up no more than 1% of the assembly in 1990, prior to when the BJP came to power – and they have remained at this level, as the Congress never fields more than a half-dozen Muslim candidates in the elections. The situation is comparable in Madhya Pradesh and in Karnataka (see Table 3). In Rajasthan, by contrast, the Congress has always fielded the same number of Muslim candidates since the 1990s, despite the rise of Hindu nationalism. More interesting still, this number — between 13 and 14, or at least 8% of the candidates, a proportion close to the share of Muslims in the population, 9% in 2011 — is higher than it was in the 1960s to 1980s, a trend found, moreover, in Maharashtra.
To sum up, while Muslims have traditionally been underrepresented within the institutions of the Indian republic, this phenomenon, which was primarily salient in the police, the army and the administration, has now been extended to elected assemblies owing to the rise in power of the BJP. But that is only one aspect of Indian-style ethnic democracy. Majoritarianism has also developed with the rise of a new Hindu nationalist cultural police that seeks to control and put down minorities. Muslims are once again the main victims of this trend, which has strengthened since the years 2014-15 and of which the primary actors are vigilante militias generally working with the tacit agreement of the states’ police forces.
This piece originally appeared on The Wire India and has been reproduced with permission.
Nations whose policies are based on such tactics never survive or exist in long term.
Only the qualified candidates were allowed in BJP. On the other hand JKNC has 0% non-muslim candidates.
Muslims now need to band togather and protect themselves.
How many minority MPs in Pakistan?
Minority Muslims have majority in many seats and vote en-block that is why they have good representation in India.
Excellent write-up, sir. BJP-RSS combo is not only a big threat to the minorities only but also to the Dalits and lower sects of hindus, as well. The secular ethos of Indian republic is being deliberately undermined and people who have been fighting for the cause are either mysteriously killed or disappeared permanently.
When you point one finger at others, there are always three fingers pointing towards yourself.
Aimim, national conference, pdp..how many hindu candidates are their..forget hindu ..how many dalits, chritians, buddhists are there?
@Zak, Pakistan should take your hint.
If you dont care to vote for BJP, why would they be very keen to put you up as an MP?
First show you support the party where you want representation, show up, and stop bad mouthing them, then see the change.
The analysis of how many minority members received ticket is an understandably flawed method to judge the fabric of democracy or the direction where a country is headed. Modi and BJP lost three crucial and big important states just a few months back. This verdict was the proof that Indian democracy and voters are mature and most important stake holders without any doubt.
In depth data. Thanks Dawn. I don't find any Indian news showing these details.
Doesn't just every news that reaches us from Modi's India convinces us more and more of the wisdom of our forefathers, especially of Allama Iqbal, who saw all this coming and set forth the course of history towards an independent Pakistan.Thank you Dr Iqbal. You were very right.
Muslims vote in bulk for a particular party with an agenda which has promted majority to act similar. They have conferences late in night. Nation has little confidence in them. Try to analyze Sikh on the similar scale and you will find that they are represented very healthy in all the fields. Because they gave confidence to the nation.
@Zak, for what reason ??
Because it all depends on merit and not Religion. You will not understand.
@Zak, Don't talk about survival, India is there since ages when most nations were not even born.
Have you really analyzed all the aspects? This is the only minority group who is jumping in population every year. Instead of education they busy in so called zihad. People are scared of them.
@Zak, That applies to us also.
@usr, What does Pakistan have to do with this? India's the one facing an election, everytime an observation is made why does it have to be compared to Pakistan?
Bad argument. The article does not drill to the fact that a majority of Muslim population in India do not support BJP. That is the primary reason they do not participate as members of the party. Membership of BJP is not just limited to Hindus. To be heard, you have to part of mainstream parties. Ignoring the majority view will not get any community or nation ahead.
If Muslims vote en-bloc against BJP, why would BJP have many Muslim candidates? BJP has not stopped any other party from putting up Muslim candidates. There are plenty of Jain and Sikh candidates in greater proportion than their population. Why?
Finally in a secular country the basic assumption is that anyone of any religion can provide representation to those not of the same religion. Hindu majority Maharashtra has had a Muslim CM. Hindu majority Andhra Pradesh had a Christian CM. No one had a problem with that.
Jinnah was right when he asked for separate electorates. Tyranny of the majority is something that he foresaw.
But it has resulted in more meaningful and impactful laws for muslims like banning triple talaq.
One place the Muslims are well represented is in Tamil Nadu with her Dravidian parties. The probable reason is that both Hindus and Muslims speak Tamil proudly --- unlike in the North where they sport the Hindi-Urdu delusion! One language, two scripts, two religious and eternal enmity!
@usr, The analysis is about India. "Whataboutism" so frequently used by argumentative Indians is absurd.
@Zak, You are right. In 2014 it was so absurd that muslims candidates from different parties competed against each other and lost to BJP candidate in Muslim majority constituencies. Muslims should stop dividing their votes and helping BJP candidate to pull off improbable victory.
@usr, In Pakistan any minority candidate can fight election from any constituency and get elected. On top of that, there are reserve seats (I guess 10 in National Assembly and 4 in Senate) for minority community. Yet it is not good enough and I wish a day comes when citizens will not be discriminated based on their belief read religion.
This trend will continue if BJP wins the elections... sidelining minorities is their mantra which has resulted in indifference and frustrations by them due to intimidation because of the hindutiva fanatics..they conciously believe that even voting in the election will not bring about any change in their status..the Congress party has always been in favour of Muslims and they shouldn't let any divisive dirty politics scare them voting for the right party in office..
@usr, Pakistan constitution guarantees proportional representation of minorities in the parliament at the minimum.
Irrespective of any religion, only winnable candidates are nominated for elections. It is true with all the political parties. So then it is open to every one to draw the conclusions.
@Zak, "Nations whose policies are based on such tactics never survive or exist in long term" Which nation are we talking about? Let's think about ourselves than putting our feet into our mouths, and learn to stand on our own two feet first. As it stands, the Indians can afford to experiment, as whatever they are doing seems to be working at the macro-level - economy, infrastructure, resource-sharing, institutions, courts, diplomacy, alliances, foreign investment, growth rate. And they keep adapting their system constitutionally... Let's just forget them and hope for the best for our system. Pakistan zindabad.
Very bad situation in India. In our islamic republic we generously offer parliment seats to minorities like hindus and christians. India has to learn from us how to treat minorities with respect and dignity..
I don't understand if this helps anyone blaming one political party in the name of right wing while truth is different. Certainly, title is deceiving but who cares when visitor clicks only matters.
You missed the point. In a secular country, candidates religion is not listed. Look at West, all candidates are Christians. Look at Muslim majority countries, same analyses will give dismal numbers of minorities if any. In your analyses some parties have 100% Muslims.
Indian Muslims, are themselves responsible for making them irrelevant in India’s politics. They created their own ‘Vote Bank’ and under the fatva dictats of Imams, Mullahs and Ulemas they started ‘Strategic Voting ‘ not for selecting good candidates or parties, but only to defeat BJP. Now this is the backlash from Hindu vote bank!
India should have a few token seats for Muslims like the minorities in Pakistan and Anglo Indians in India.
all other minorities have a larger than their population representation. Among all the major democracies India has the highest rep for minorities. Check Jains, christian representation against their population in India. Something for the Muslims to ponder why other groups are more successful. Democracy is never a perfect system but the best we have today.
Abdul Rehman Antulay was Chief Minister of Maharashtra - never mind the 5% of Muslims that may have fielded as candidates. Dawood Ibrahim Kaskar, Haji Mastan and Karim Lala ruled the streets of Mumbai, never mind the percentage of Muslims. The 3 Khans rule Bollywood, never mind the percentage of Muslims.
Candidates are chosen only on probability of winning the election, and not on basis of any other reason like caste.
@Javed, Indian Muslims are enjoying all rights under the democracy, which other Muslims are not even close to, worldwide. But, I must say they are themselves responsible for their condition, that is economic backwardness and illiteracy among them because they allow politicians and maulvis to manipulate them and played at their hands.
@Raju, at the end, it is clearly written as "This piece originally appeared on The Wire India and has been reproduced with permission". We are not concentrating on the the important issues like this and are interested in watching TVs.
Problem is with the minorities who formed few small small parties and aligned to other parties who is gaining from alliance allowing one Muslim candidate to win; but unfortunately either they will not raise any voice or their voices may not be heard.
@Anon, our PM does not spew out hate. You need to learn.
@Vectra, No India but countries within the indian union. Correct yourself.
@riz1, Spoken like a true brain washed Indian. Just see the size of your debt at $680 billion, the mother of all debts, and you will go into depression.
Then India will not be a TRUE democracy.
@usr, more than their population. In Pakistan minorities carry double vote, on reserved seats for minorities and general seats.
@Babu, This is your conclusion after reading this article. sad.
@Bikram Singh , who is your self in this case?
Perhaps because of Hindu majoritarianism Qaide Aazem thought there will no or very few MPs in Indian parliament and its consequences.
@Z. Saadi, But at the cost of Muslims left in India.
@Avi, Can you point a single case of zihad in India.
@Raj Batra, The philosophy of the part dictated by RSS is anti Muslim and supported by Hindus in general.
India follows "first past the post" system which allows parties / candidates to win seats even with 30% voteshare as long as none of the opponents pick up more than that. Muslims have mastered the art of tactical voting which allows them to wield considerable influence on eventual outcome even when their population is just 10%. The strategy of muslims and "secular" parties is simple. Divide the 80% Hindu population into various castes and then promoting any caste with decent population ratio (say, 20%) and add the muslim bloc of say, 10% to it and win seats as long as other Hindu communities continue to remain divided. This has allowed muslims to wield disproportionate influence over election outcomes and policy making with former PM Manmohan Singh going as far as saying that muslims have first right over resources. As far as muslim representation is considered, I believe many muslims are happy to play a second fiddle by voting for the Hindu candidate as long as they are kingmaker.
BJP of 90's and today is different. It is a national party and will remain strong in years to come. Instead of bad mouthing for any good too that is done by BJP and voting enbloc against it, Muslims should join BJP too as members (have their representation in the party) as they have in other parties. Point being, you can influence if you are part of the team in a better way than being a spectator.
@Z. Saadi, I don't think so. Had partition not happened, wouldn't Punjab, Bengal, Sindh and even UP and Delhi elected many Muslim candidates? Due to partition many influential Muslim families migrated from Indian provinces to provinces that are now in Pakistan, leaving mostly the poor and socially weaker sections behind. If you see in Pakistani Punjab (not Sindh), you will notice a mirror image of that.
Muslims vote against BJP. BJP shored up by Hindu and others. Then how can they gave seat to Muslimeen? Because if they do their Hindu vote bank wont select BJP. Muslim should join with majority and have diverse voting pattern so they will be widely represented like Christians and Sikh. Because all follow the imam they are treated only as a vote bank by other parties.
@Zak, Worry about urself, dont teach us policies, see in mirror where ur and where we are.
@Zak, Agree wholeheartedly. That’s what caused the creation of Bangladesh. They are doing much better today with better economy and care for the citizens, all inclusive! If we do not learn from our history or even from other’s mistakes, chances are that the history will get repeated! Divide and rule worked for the British in the old era, this should have no place in the modern society and should never be encouraged by anyone! Peace to you brother!
Thanks to Jinnah that he gave us a free land in Pakistan.
@Babu, that is no longer true.
@Kumar, I agree with Kumar.
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Serving customers in a set geographical area? Need more enquiries, visits and sales? With local SEO, we’ll get you to the top of Google. That means your customers will find your business when they are ready to buy.
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Whenever guests pay a visit to the Sedona home of Dr. Richard Witlin and his wife, Nancy Weinman, the one room in the house that Richard insists on being the “official tour guide” for is their beautiful, one-of-a-kind wine cellar.
The couple’s wine cellar in their Sedona home.
The way Richard and Nancy explain it, the fun of opening up an old bottle of wine is a little bit like time traveling and taking a warm, nostalgic trip down memory lane. When they open up a bottle from 1990, for example, they’ll stop and think about where they were that year and try to remember what they were doing. Sipping wine, while sharing memories is a delicious combination.
And if ever there was a couple with a definite talent and combined “eye for design,” this is it. Dr. Witlin is a renowned ophthalmologist, and Nancy Weinman is a distinguished architect who owns Weinman Architectural Services in both Sedona and New York City.
Located adjacent to the dining room, the couple designed their long, narrow, walk-in wine cellar with tall, glass walls so that everyone can see directly into the room while dining, and enjoy looking at all the different wine bottles with their pretty labels.
Their trips have not only taken them to several, first-rate wineries around Arizona and nearby Napa Valley; the couple has also traveled to stunning vineyards across France, Italy, Spain, Chile, and coming up this spring, they’re eagerly anticipating their very first trip to wineries across Israel. They say their wine cellar will soon include several bottles of both kosher and non kosher wine from Israel. They’re looking forward to buying both.
The company they hired to help with the design and building of their customized wine cellar was Wine Cellar Experts in Scottsdale. Owned by professional sommelier and wine cellar design specialist, Rick Benson, Richard and Nancy say they appreciated the way that Rick and his team were able to individualize the wine cellar for them. For example, one unique feature that Wine Cellar Experts created for Nancy was a built-in storage cabinet where she can now store her fur vests and jackets. The 55-degree temperature in the cellar is not only ideal for storing wine, it’s also ideal for storing fur.
For more information about building a customized wine cellar in your home, contact Wine Cellar Experts at 480-922-WINE (9463) or visit winecellarexperts.com.
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You’ll find the topics of bullying, peer pressure, friendship and learning to accept who you are wrapped up in a fabulously engaging story with Too Big by Judy Dearborn Nill.
Shelby Bradshaw considers skipping the fifth grade and going right to middle school. Academically that won’t be a problem, but it’s really to escape all the teasing she has endured since her growth spurt. She’ll miss being with her best friend Zoe, but maybe it will all be worth it.
Though there are many teaching points and topics for discussion, the young reader will also discover a great plot and interesting characters. They might know a Shelby or a Zoe or a Marissa or a Deke or a Kenny. They might have experienced some of what these characters have. Misunderstandings happen. People aren’t always who you think they are. Sometimes actions have bad consequences. Maybe a good idea ends up not being so good later.
Too Big tackles real issues that kids are dealing with and handles them without trivializing them or the real feelings young people must cope with. Too Big is an awesome book. I’m so glad the author asked me to review it. I’ll be looking for more of her work in the future.
Parallel plotlines, one told in text and one in art, inform each other as a young girl unravels the mystery of a ghost next door.
Mary is an orphan at the Thornhill Institute for Children at the very moment that it’s closing down for good. But when a bully goes too far, Mary’s revenge will have a lasting effect on the bully, on Mary, and on Thornhill itself.
Years later, Ella moves to a new town where she has a perfect view of the dilapidated, abandoned Thornhill Institute. Determined to befriend the mysterious, evasive girl she sees there, Ella resolves to unravel Thornhill’s history and uncover its secrets.
Ella’s story is told through striking, bold art; Mary’s is told through diary entries. Each informs the other until the two eventually intersect to reveal the truth behind Thornhill’s shadowy past, once and for all. Strikingly told and masterfully illustrated, Pam Smy bends genres and expectations alike.
Pam Smy studied illustration at Cambridge School of Art, part of Anglia Ruskin University, where she now lectures part-time. Pam has illustrated books by Conan Doyle, Julia Donaldson, and Linda Newbury, as well as Bob Cattell’s Butter-Finger series for Frances Lincoln. She lives in Cambridge.
As part of the Author Fair I participated in, visitors voted on which of my story ideas I should work on next. Here are the winners listed by popularity.
Re-imagined Little Red Riding Hood with a modern girl who outwits the wolf.
On a cold Christmas Eve, a tiny buck is frightened away from his home by a bear. He’s gone so far that he doesn’t know the way home, but then he remembers something his mother always told him and her wisdom help guides him home.
An ingenious turkey comes up with ways to avoid becoming Thanksgiving Day dinner.
Five-year-old Beatrice and her make-believe friend Charlotte go on an adventure where they imagine the lawn mower is really a dinosaur eating up everything and they must escape.
A young boy comes up with a plan to save Christmas when Santa cancels the holiday because there are too many kids on the naughty list.
When an eleven-year-old victim of excessive bullying commits suicide, the residents of her small town are left with the struggle of maintaining the status quo or changing how they treat each other.
A time travel series where two or three kids travel to the past via a certain object and meet historical figures along the way, helping to solve some problem. Once the problem is solved, the object brings them back home.
A time travel story where a child journeys to the future and helps an older person, discovering at the end that the person she helped was her older self.
A mystery about private school kids on a field trip who work to uncover a missing artifact or find a student who goes missing.
Modern day Romeo and Juliet story.
Thriller about a wife who attempts to murder her husband and then disappears. With the help of a private investigator who is his former girlfriend he works to track down his wife.
A mystery with a love triangle set in the 1970s.
A story of three sisters from a dysfunctional family each coping with a crisis and how those crises draw them together.
Please vote for your favorites in the comments section of this post. Thanks.
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Being scammed can be a major blow to your finances and your peace of mind. Learn how fraudsters are coming for your money -- and how you can protect yourself.
You work hard for your money, and you deserve to keep it. Unfortunately, there are tons of scammers and criminals out there who would just love to get their hands on American workers' hard-earned cash.
And the data shows they’re succeeding.
The number of reported financial scams increased in 2018, and most experts believe this troubling trend will continue -- especially as we become ever more reliant on technology for all of our transactions.
To protect yourself from a financial threat, it helps to know what you’re up against. Here’s some of the troubling data -- and some tips on how to keep the scammers at bay.
To get an idea of how much financial fraud rose in 2018, you can look to the Scam Tracker run by the Better Business Bureau. There were 49,387 scam reports submitted across America last year, according to the BBB. That’s one report every 11 minutes. It’s also 1,560 more scam reports than were submitted the year prior.
Online purchase scams: In an online purchase scam, fraudsters claiming to be buyers will contact sellers on online marketplaces such as Craigslist and eBay. These supposed buyers offer more money for the purchase if the seller is willing to accept a money order or cashier’s check. The payment arrives, and it’s for a larger amount than agreed upon. The "buyer" asks for the excess money to be wired back, and after the seller sends the cash, it turns out the initial payment was a fake, and the money sent to the scammer is gone for good.
Credit card scams: A scammer may pretend to be a representative of your bank or credit card company seeking personal information, supposedly to ensure that you’re getting the best interest rate or rewards. Once you’ve provided your info, scammers use it to steal your identity. Sometimes, thieves perpetrating these scams also ask for up-front payments in exchange for special rates or rewards, so you’re also out cash.
Credit repair or debt relief scams: Thieves who perpetrate these scams prey upon people desperate to escape their debt cycle or improve their credit. In most cases, scammers promise you they can make your debt disappear or bump up your credit score quickly. You’ll pay an up-front fee in exchange for recommendations that actually damage your finances -- such as withholding payment from creditors or applying for a tax ID number to use on credit applications instead of using your Social Security number.
Advance fee loan scams: This is a simple scam in which you’re promised a loan, no matter how bad your credit. The catch is, you have to pay an up-front fee. Once you pay, the loan never comes, but you’re out the money you spent.
Romance scams: In this particularly hurtful scam, which usually happens through online dating sites, fraudsters pretend to be their target's love interest. They may establish a seemingly deep connection with the victim over the course of weeks or even months -- before they start asking for money. They often claim they need the money to come visit or to pay for a personal or family emergency, but it's all untrue.
Employment scams: Here, thieves pretend to offer job opportunities. Then they make the would-be worker pay an up-front fee -- sometimes for materials, training, or access to job postings. In some cases, these fake employers ask for information such as Social Security numbers, which can be used for identity theft.
As if all this weren't troubling enough, the FTC also estimated that consumers were on track to lose $3 billion in cryptocurrency scams by the end of 2018.
If you managed to avoid becoming one of the many scam victims in 2018, don’t assume you're not still vulnerable. FICO identified emerging payment solutions as a trend to watch: As more people switch to peer-to-peer (P2P) payment networks and mobile wallets instead of cash and checks, criminals will move aggressively into these new markets.
The faster new technologies develop, the more likely they are to become the targets of unscrupulous actors. The Nilson Report predicts that merchants, card issuers, and merchant acquirers will face losses of around $34.67 billion due to fraud across the world by 2022. Around $12.1 billion of these losses are expected to come from the U.S.
Since we’ve already seen major retailers targeted, ranging from Target to T-Mobile, warnings of widespread merchant losses due to fraudsters should worry every consumer. Merchants will need to find new ways to protect their customers -- and Payments Journal warns that the quest to balance security and convenience is likely to be the No. 1 fraud challenge businesses face.
Don't give away financial info in response to calls or emails: If someone claiming to be a representative of your bank or credit card issuer calls you and asks for either payment or personal information, hang up and call the number found on the back of your card or on the bank’s website. Don’t assume you can trust caller ID, as this can be "spoofed" to make it appear that you're getting a call from a trusted organization. And never click links in emails or respond to emails by providing your personal info. Instead, go to the company's website directly.
Don't give money to people you don't know: This includes people who claim they want to buy something from you online outside of the normal process, as well as people you meet on dating sites.
Avoid storing your credit card info with too many merchants: The more companies that have your card on file, the greater the risk of a data breach.
Watch out for offers that seem too good to be true: If a job offer or loan offer seems far better than what competitors are offering -- but you need to pay an up-front fee -- odds are it's a scam.
By keeping these tips in mind, hopefully you can avoid becoming one of the increasing number of victims who lose out to thieves.
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Passionate people are stepping up to the plate to highlight what the Hazleton Area has to offer and what it could offer in the future. News 13 has been telling you about the group, POWER, and Thursday night they launched their first gathering at Sand Springs in Drums. The group’s focus is to get businesses, residents, and people of all ages and backgrounds, together to make Hazleton beautiful again. POWER is being well received by businesses owners. Many new faces showed up to join in their mission to clean up the city and be proud of where they live. POWER will now meet at a different local restaurant on the last Thursday of every month. You can join them at Damon’s June 28th at noon and get more information on their first community project, which will be a clean up of the downtown on Saturday June 23rd at 8am in front of the Chamber Building. POWER members will be patronizing any local business that pledges to keep their properties cleaned up. Anyone with ideas or interests in helping the Hazleton Area move in a positive direction can contact POWER board members by friending them on Facebook, at Hazleton POWER or simply attend one of the events.
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Lying in a mountainous region of northern New Mexico near the infamous town of Dulce is a wondrous geological formation known as Archuletta Mesa. Right in the midst of the Jicarilla Apache Reservation, the mesa is considered sacred ground to the tribe. It is here that an unusual history of secret government underground operations, UFO’s, and paranormal events manifest themselves with an eerie persistence.
I spoke at length with Norio Hayakawa about the weird history of strange events that permeate this particularly infamous region where Indian folklore, rumors of secret operations, and unknown aerial visitations meet. After all, Norio should know. He has extensively explored, interviewed inhabitants, and conducted annual conferences on the subject of UFO’s and rumors of a deep underground base that many are convinced is there. So hold onto to your hats as we take a ride through a disturbing succession of bizarre events that are not supposed to happen, and our mainstream media will refuse to report on because there is a truth our here on the Mesa that contradicts preconceived notions of normality.
It all began in the early seventies when the grim reality of cattle mutilations began to surface. New Mexico became one of the centers of the controversy. Local ranchers began losing heads of cattle at an alarming rate, yet local authorities such as State Trooper, Gabe Valdez were unable to get to the bottom of it. The FBI opened a vault on declassified documents that disclosed its considerable history of investigative evidence on everything from UFO’s to bank robberies. December of 2010 saw for the first time in decades sensitive documents and interdepartmental memos that showed just how intensively the FBI had worked with the US armed forces in the UFO mystery beginning in 1947.
Cattle mutilations became the most voluminous subject of investigation that the bureau had kept records on. By 1973 the agency was forced to engage in a phenomenon that it normally would not have reviewed but for the interstate aspect of the FBI’s charter. Reluctant to enter a continuing mystery with no end in sight, FBI agents worked with sheriff’s departments and ranchers to try and determine just what was causing the bizarre deaths of their investments in livestock. By 1978 the federal government had issued a $250,000 dollar grant to aid local agencies in funding efforts to build a case and accumulate evidence on the abnormal aspects of the cases being investigated. That effort included Dulce and the Archuletta Mesa area as State Trooper, Gabe Valdez, accumulated evidence at the mutilation sites on the ranch of Manuel Gomez. At least 17 cattle were found with unusual removal of tissue from varying areas on their bodies ranging from reproductive organs to lips and eyes. With laser-like precision incisions that were cauterized so that no blood was left in the wounds characterized the alarming plight of the animals.
That wasn’t all. At the same time nocturnal aerial lights were viewed by residents of Dulce as well as Apache Indians within the Jicarilla Reservation where the Archuletta Mesa stands. While reports of strange underground noises and vibrations alarmed local people fueling the underground base rumors, this was not the only manifestation that haunts the region. Paranormal events have occurred for a long time in the nearby canyon and surrounding terrain. The local Native Americans have not ignored these developments either.
The American Indian has always attributed a spiritual realm to the vast and beautiful expanses of desert, forest, and rock formations that grace the Dulce Archuletta Mesa region. The sacred grounds of the Jicarilla Apaches are said to be rich in mysterious happenings that intrigue the curious and baffle science in the quest for answers over a legacy of weird sightings and events that defy explanation.
Richard Vigil, one of many Native Americans who call the Dulce and Archuletta Mesa his home has some compelling recollections to share with those who dare to cross the normal realm and look into the enchanted puzzles that perpetuate themselves in mysterious sightings that amaze local Apaches just as much as the townspeople of Dulce. Richard’s visions, encounters with unique observations, and his location of what appear to be deep tunnel entrances to a secret underground base leave the listener spellbound as he explains his findings.
Richard talks of the disappearance of food and drink from the picnic tables along the J-2 road that runs along the front of the Archuletta Mesa rock face and climbs upward deep into Jicarilla Apache reservation lands. As people bring picnic foods to the tables while enjoying the countryside many report that their meals vanish in short order! Richard Vigil attributes this to the presence of Big Foot type creatures who actually dwell in the area and steal the food. The very name “Sasquatch” came about from the name given by a Canadian Indian tribe.
Richard tells of an unsettling experience reported by his cousin who was sleeping in a small adobe house with a single window at the edge of Cordova Canyon. The house sat on the side of a dirt road overlooking the canyon. One night as his cousin slept he heard a noise that he assumed was an approaching car. Too tired to get up and go to the door. He merely lay awake waiting for whoever it was driving up to knock on his door, but no knock came! Instead, a fiery bright light flooded his window waking him completely and rousing his suspicion that perhaps a wildfire had been ignited. When Richard's cousin opened his door he was aghast at the sight of the entire night sky had being lit up by a strange intense light that did not originate from any conventional source that he could discern! Who or what had caused such a brilliant nocturnal display?
Richard has had his paranormal experiences here himself. He worked for his tribe in hospice services and was one day told to retrieve the body of a baby that had miscarried from cold storage for a burial ceremony. It was the stillborn infant of his sister. When he retrieved the chilled body of the baby he stared at it face to face for a moment and the spirit of the child spoke to him. Richard Vigil was not as shaken as most people would be as American Indians expect to have such experiences. He said that the baby’s spirit had said that it was happy and was now with her grandparents and other family members who had previously passed on. The baby’s spirit told him that his sister would have another child very soon and not to be so sad over losing her last infant. When Richard later told his sister who was still mourning over the loss of her baby about what happened she became upset with him. For a time he did not see her and her family until one day when he was walking down the road and her car stopped alongside him. She offered to give him a ride and they went out to eat at a restaurant. While there she told Richard she was so happy to find out that she was once again pregnant when doctors had told her she would never have another child.
Vigil talks of looking into the sky while atop Archuletta Mesa one day and to be amazed as he saw what appeared to by an angel but upon closer inspection instead appeared to be the Lord Jesus. He peered up into the heavens with a smile as he observed the incredible spiritual vision drifting above in the clouds. Vigil attributes his ability to capture these visions because he is patient and open to such magical images whereas most people are typically too pre-occupied to pay attention to the miracles happening around them.
Adding to the incredible legacy of Archuletta Mesa is another of Richard Vigil’s testimonies to the extraterrestrial aspects of the area which are just as real to him as his native spiritual instincts. He told me of being contacted by a man claiming to be from Australia who had wanted to use his services as a guide to the region. The man explained he was doing some UFO research and needed a local familiar with the area to get him to the top of Archuletta Mesa so that he could conduct an experiment. Vigil agreed and was actually paid well by the is mysterious individual.
They drove up the J-2 dirt road and ascended the steep mesa path in the dark of the night. This Australian came to Dulce driving a top of the line BMW and had a beautiful woman with him who appeared to be a classic blonde Nordic beauty having stunning features. The curious stranger had even brought with him some cold beer in an ice chest to keep them cool on that warm summer night. As they enjoyed a couple of beers and quietly peered into the starry sky, Richard noticed something out of the corner of his eye where the Australian was standing. The stranger shape changed into what appeared to be an different entity, a space alien! Vigil was shaken for a moment fearing what he had just gotten a glimpse of. At first, he kept his silence until he could no longer remain mute. Finally Vigil spoke, asking the Australian who he really was.
The man admitted that he was indeed not human and that he had come to Archuletta Mesa for a reason. He went into his BMW and extracted a strange device that looked like a strobe machine. He hooked it up and switched it on. When the strobe flashed into the night skies an incredible thing happened. Suddenly from the darkened night came glowing UFO’s that flew directly over them. This Australian stranger had summoned a nocturnal flying saucer visitation at will! Richard was amazed to say the least. The man confessed to Vigil that he was one of them and the question that had haunted him all his life had been, why had they left him here on earth? Why had they never come back for him? Such is the stuff of fantastic stories and incredible legends that make the Archuletta Mesa an enduring enigma!
Anasazi ruins are still evident in Cordova Canyon. “Anasazi” means (the ancient ones) according to Native American lore. Archeologists have mistakenly attributed the Anasazi as merely being predecessors to the Pueblo Indians, who actually found and occupied the abandoned Anasazi ruins and then copied their construction to make newer ones for themselves. In truth, the Anasazi mysteriously vanished without a trace. The science of archeology has tried to rationally explain this away as the tribe being driven out by plague or drought and being forced to vacate the earthen dwellings they had once constructed. Still, the true explanation eludes us in this mysterious region that defies conventional wisdom.
One last tale of suspense and intrigue to add to the incredible legacy of extraterrestrial influence that many have witnessed in the vicinity of the Jicarilla Apache sacred grounds. Norio Hayakawa told me of a disturbing UFO sighting that frightened a woman whose property on the mesa became the site of an unwelcome visitation. She called the police for help after watching a silvery disk flying about and then apparently land on her yard. She claimed that a small entity got out of the craft and stood in front of the flying saucer holding something in front of itself like a small box or device. She became frightened thinking that it could be a weapon of some kind as minutes passed.
One might recall testimony given by Phil Schneider before his untimely death as he described being seriously wounded during an underground firefight between alien entities and US special forces. Phil was struck down as if by a bolt of lightning when one of the hostile beings held its hands in front of its torso as though it were holding a small box just before Schneider was almost killed struck down by a death ray of some kind. The incident occurred while Schneider, serving as a geological consultant, was lowered down a test shaft to investigate a strange soot that was being emitted from the deep hole. Phil’s job was to identify rock formations as the government’s secret drilling operation encountered strata that needed to be eliminated as efficiently as possible by explosives or other means. This fatal confrontation between subterranean alien beings and humans occurred once Phil descended into a deep shaft along with soldiers there to protect him and other civilian specialists involved in the project. In 1979 the town of Dulce was rocked by an emergency of unknown proportions when the underground battle began! Many US soldiers died in that hostile exchange.
That such occurrences could transpire in the remote wilderness of this sacred ground of the Jicarilla Apache tribe is a testament to an enduring paradox as different worlds that have collided there. The ancient spiritual world of Native Americans, the paranormal realm of Big Foots, secret government black operations deep underground, and the continued appearance of UFO sightings demonstrate a convergence of seemingly clashing dimensions that only seem indigenous to this unique formation in northern New Mexico known as Archuletta Mesa.
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Your favorite eagle will be proud to receive our Eagle Acrylic Mascot Trophy! Made of crystal clear acrylic, this trophy features a 2" full-color insert of a eagle. Price includes three lines of engraving.
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Betsson – 10 Free Spins Deposit! Yes it’s Monday Madness! Here’s a fantastic start to your week with 10 free spins on Big Bang. Just Opt-in, deposit €10 or more today and get 10 Free Spins on Big Bang (NetEnt) tomorrow from 18:00 CET. Enjoy….
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Benin, located at the western edge of Nigeria, is a place of aestheticism, with historical buildings and places and the unique culture of the people. It provides a vast arena of activities from visiting the national parks to spending a lazy time on the beach according to your preferences each day. The Pendjari National Park is one of the most popular tourist hotspots in the country, which is flanked by Burkina Faso and Nigeria. JustOrbit provides suggestions to you about fantastic travel planning services as per your inclination for specific activities and it will provide a framework to spend your holiday and derive maximum satisfaction. Porto-Novo, the capital city, is a beautiful location as well. Besides, consulting with travel service provides would help you get valuable reviews about the city you are planning to visit. Pertinent travel advice about climate, environment and clothes required will also be provided by the agency to lessen the hindrances and inconvenience faced by the visitors and makes it a truly memorable sojourn for them.
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The Hermès Atmos Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre.
A supreme melting pot of inventiveness, luxuriousness and artistic skills combine to produce something quite extraordinary, the Hermès Atmos Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre.
An Atmos clock uniquely, never needs to be wound and providing it is carefully placed in a quiet spot and left undisturbed, will need no human intervention in order to maintain accuracy. It has a movement which defies conventional clockmaking mechanics, one which integrates a gas-filled and sealed capsulewhich expands or contracts when the temperature around it changes, and in doing so powers the mainspring to which it is connected. Even a one degree Celsius change in temperature is enough to give 48 hours of power.
This ingenious invention is largely unchanged since it was devised in 1928 - coincidentally, this was also the year when Hermès first outsourced the supply of movements to power timepieces which would be branded with their own name, finding in Jaeger-LeCoultre a perfect partner. Les Cristalleries de Saint-Louis have also been involved with Hermès, providing them with handcrafted crystal objects to sell to their clients. All three have contributedto this, the newest Atmos timepiece.
Such an originative mechanism should never be concealed, is deserving of a vitreous showcase, and like the memorable Marc Newson Atmos editions, also showcased in glass, the Hermès model features a unique handblown and hand-cut housing crafted by the master glassmakers at Les Cristalleries de Saint-Louis, which serves to both magnify and provide a look-see through to the workings.
In honour of the years that Hermès have been in existence, the Hermès Atmos Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre will be limited to 176 pieces.
It Curves, It Bends, It Bulges ... The Rebellion T-1000 Gotham.
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AASA Member Waleed Mahdi has a new article out now via Mashriq & Mahjar.
“Post-Oriental Otherness: Hollywood’s Moral Geography of Arab Americans.” Mashriq and Mahjar: Journal of Middle East Migration Studies 3, no. 2 (2016), 35-61.
How do filmmakers in the United States play a role in perpetuating narratives of belonging to the American culture? What is the marking line between Orientalist and post-Orientalist articulations of Arabness? In what ways have the transnational configurations of geopolitics affected the image formations of Arab Americans in Hollywood? This article emerges at the intersection of those inquiries, and provides a historical account of Hollywood’s representation of Arab Americans rooted in the 1970s. This decade, I argue, constitutes a turning point in the industry’s nationalist projections of Arabness from an Orientalist trope for Arabia to a post-Orientalist notion influenced by U.S.-Arab and Arab-Israeli geopolitics. It replaces an earlier moral geography that consumes the Orient while remaining distant from it with a new moral geography that constantly questions Arab Americans’ belonging through narratives of alienness and terrorism. The significance of this work lies in its investigation of the historical trajectory of Hollywood’s engagement with the Arab American cultural identity.
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Hundreds of bands from around the world descend on New York City every fall to take part in the CMJ Music Marathon. The legendary festival has been around for three decades and has only gotten bigger and better over time. This year, the CMJ Music Marathon will take place from October 18th - October 22nd and we've been teaming up with the organizers to give some of our lucky readers the chance to win CMJ Full Access Badges.
Each badge -- which costs $455 -- includes access to hundreds of showcases, more than 70 panels, dozens of Film Festival movies and events, exclusive parties, a CMJ registration gift bag, and much more! The first set of bands was just announced yesterday and includes: Talib Kweli, Kevin Devine, Jean Grae, CSS, Neon Indian, and Portugal. The Man.
Want a pair of free badges for you and a friend? We thought so!
To enter our contest for two CMJ Music Marathon badges, simply visit the NYC Daily Deal Facebook page and "like" the post about the festival. Contest ends on Sunday, 8/28 at 11:59PM. We'll select one winner at random on Monday.
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Teens with autism have the potential to be excellent actors. They are natural observers — able to study, imitate, and learn social behavior. The Autism Playbook for Teens is designed to bolster these strengths with mindfulness strategies and roleplaying scripts, while also helping teens reduce anxiety, manage emotions, be more aware in the present moment, and connect with others.
The delightful and creative activities in this book are grounded in well-documented clinical observations and current empirical studies. They also take into account the real neurological differences that exist in young people with autism, and focus on the unique pathways needed to connect with and inspire these exceptional and fabulous teenagers.
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En el primer trimestre del a?o 2017 respecto al mismo periodo de 2016, el Producto Interno Bruto (PIB) del pa?s, creci? un 1,1%; debido en gran parte al aumento del valor agregado de la rama conformada por: agricultura, ganader?a, caza, silvicultura y pesca, la cual aument? en 7,7%. Estas cifras reflejan la importancia que los productores agropecuarios tienen en la econom?a nacional. Este hecho hace vital, trabajar con la poblaci?n agropecuaria de municipios como Cota en Cundinamarca, ubicado a tan s?lo 26 km de la capital; el cual era conocido antiguamente como la ?despensa de la sabana?, por ser una zona ampliamente agr?cola y en menor proporci?n pecuaria que hoy en d?a abastece gran parte del mercado de Bogot? y alrededores. La presente investigaci?n, muestra el an?lisis de la actual normatividad nacional y local en beneficio de los productores agropecuarios y la propuesta de un proyecto aplicado trabajado en conjunto con campesinos y la administraci?n municipal en b?squeda del fortalecimiento de este gremio.
In the first quarter of 2017 compared to the same period in 2016, the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.1%; due largely to the increase in the value added of the branch made up of agriculture, livestock, hunting, forestry and fishing, which increased by 7.7%. These figures reflect the importance that agricultural producers have in the national economy. This fact makes it vital to work with the agricultural population of municipalities such as Cota in Cundinamarca, located only 26km from the capital; which was formerly known as the "pantry of the savannah", because it is a large agricultural area and with a small proportion of livestock that nowadays supplies much of the Bogot? market and its surrounding areas. The present research shows the analysis of current national and local regulations for the benefit of agricultural producers and the proposal of an applied project working together with peasants and the municipal administration in search of strengthening this guild.
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Brand New 1 inch Wood Square with smooth, straight edges for your Pendants and Magnets. The possibilities are endless.
Measurements are 1 inch square x 1/8 inch thick. Made from Maple.
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Willows, a large and varied group of plants, grow as trees, shrubs or groundcovers. They all share the virtues of graceful, flexible branches, interesting growth habits, and multi-seasonal ornamental interest. They are all deciduous, losing their leaves in the fall. Some offer colorful fall foliage or colored twigs that provide winter interest. There are essentially two groups of trees in the willow family. Some species, called "weepers", have long pendulous branches. The others are the contorted group with limbs that are crooked and angled and look great in flower arrangements. Both groups offer welcome early spring foliage or fuzzy fruits. While willows are not long lived, they are beautiful and easily grown. Lasting about 12 to 15 years, the willow trees will grow rapidly and mature early.
While Willow wood is not worth much, the bark is interesting. In pioneer times, folks would chew on willow bark to relieve pain, not knowing that it worked because the bark is rich in salicylic acid, the substance from which aspirin is derived.
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The new store procedure of mydatentobj.
; including storage in indices!
The new load procedure of mylookupobj.
The new update procedure of mylookupobj.
; all within a transaction!
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After attempting to start GeoMedia, no error messages are posted or displayed. The application simply does not start. The GeoMedia Configuration Wizard runs with no problems and when the configuration wizard runs, a license is checked out and immediately back into the concurrent license pool. When attempting to start GeoMedia.exe, no license is requested as if there is a disconnect of the application from the systems installed applications.
Additionally, no exceptions are logged to Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Event Viewer, in the Windows Logs > Application section.
In this case the system is Windows 7 and current Windows Updates have been installed and applied to the system.
The user was able to resolve the issue after removing Citrx receiver (version 3.4). After removing the Citrix Receiver application, the GeoMedia Desktop application was able to start and open GeoWorkSpaces as expected.
This article may offer a little more information concerning hooking used by Citrix: https://helgeklein.com/blog/2015/10/citrix-xenappxendesktop-api-hooking-explained/ The article suggests other methods of disabling Citrix hooking via registry edits. This is also explained at: https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX107825 which offers instructions with RegEdit to exclude specific applications such as "GeoMedia.exe". This resolution has not been tested. A reboot may be required after any registry edits.
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A couple of weeks back, 50ish of us gathered for the DYM Michiana Meet Up. It was the brainchild of Derry Prenkert, John Keim, and Jeff Selph. Those guys did an incredible job organizing, advertising, and structuring the day. Any good event needs people at the helm and we had some of the best running this one.
We started the day out with coffee, bagels, and introductions. There were people there with their team, others that drove in with pieces of their network, and some that came solo. Regardless of your situation, every minister needs friends outside of their context that understand the pressures and joys of church work. As we were going around the room introducing ourselves, you could almost feel everyone breathe deeper — it was obvious early on that we were surrounded by our tribe.
There were six DYM Ambassadors present for this gathering. That might not feel like a lot, but I think there are only 15ish nationally, so it was a pretty large representation. Peppered through our time together, the ambassadors all spoke briefly to the group about the piece of DYM that we love the most: Membership, resources, DYMU, the Student Leadership Conference, Podcast Network, and Facebook community group. The underlying current of those mini commercials was trying to convey how DYM wants to be behind us, prompting and encouraging the kingdom work in our context.
We also spent time in open-source sharing. If you’ve never experienced that before, those are facilitated conversations that hopefully everyone in the group contributes to. We had two timeslots with six conversations going at tables around the room covering a gambit of topics. Seriously, there was something for everyone. I wish I could have pulled up a chair to all 12 conversations throughout our time together. There were practical ministry ideas, new strategies, and an emphasis on rest, balance, and self-care. Our time together was both personally restorative, fostered new networking connections, and gave us some ideas to roll around in our brains.
We ended the meeting portion of the event with Doug Fields. If you’ve never had the opportunity to spend time with Doug, just know that his heartbeat in ministry is encouraging and edifying youth workers. That’s what he did as he spoke for a few minutes to close out our time together and continued to do at the lunch we headed to after. I actually had to send the waitress after his order because he was wandering around the restaurant making sure every youth worker felt known and valued. He’s a class act (blogmaster, don’t let DF delete this paragraph).
I can’t speak for the room because we were at random tables, but lunch was my favorite part of the day. I got to sit with old and newer friends and talk about life and ministry. We even dreamed up a few ideas for ministry and future DYM resources. On a personal note, I got some very wise counsel from people that know youth ministry and understand how I think. Moments like that can be rare, so when they come around, we should pay close attention.
It was such a valuable day. Whether it’s a DYM Meet Up or another kind of network gathering, prioritize getting connected to the larger youth worker community. You are not alone (and this is coming from a female youth pastor with a church next to cornfields)! Meet our tribe. Jump into our Facebook community. Grab coffee with the person at the next church over. Organize an event. People that stay in our profession for the long haul prioritize a youth worker family mentality. Your future tribe might just be waiting on you to invite them to a conversation.
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Memohon bantuan dari Allah SWT.
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©2018 DRAGONFLY GAME. All Rights Reserved. Published by GAMEVIL Inc.
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You can remove a tilt-out sash for easy cleaning.
There are times when you must remove your tilt-out window sash, such as when replacing or repairing the balance springs, adjusting the springs or to simply clean the window sash. You can tilt the window sash into the room to clean them, but completely removing the tilt-out window sash allows you to access the outside of the stationary sash without having to maneuver around the tilt-out sash. Make sure you have an assistant to help when removing the sash, as it may be heavy.
Check the window lock at the top of the window sash to ensure it is unlocked.
Look along the top of the sash for the sash release levers. Depending on the window manufacturer, the release levers are on each side of the window next to the frame or on the lock mechanism. If your levers are next to the frame, pull the levers towards the center lock. If your lever release is on the lock mechanism, push in on the small button on the side of the lock.
Pull the top of the window sash towards you, tilting it into the room until it is horizontal. Lift up on one side of the tilt-out sash, while holding the other side of the sash stationary. This will release the tilt-out window sash and allow you to remove it.
Harsch, Cecilia. "How to Remove a Tilt-Out Window Sash." Home Guides | SF Gate, http://homeguides.sfgate.com/remove-tiltout-window-sash-41104.html. Accessed 23 April 2019.
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Home Latest Std 10 Science And Technology Paper Solution 2017.
Std 10 Science And Technology Paper Solution 2017.
Previous articleSATAMA PAGAR PANCHA TAFAVAT NI RAKAM CHUKAVANI BABAT MAHTVAPURN PARIPATRA DATE- 13-3-2018.
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2019 Spring semester classes are below.
If you want to view Oriole’s current offerings, you can find the intro classes here on this page. For our advanced offerings, see the course catalog.
Classes will begin the first week of April.
Welcome and please feel free to explore our website. If you are new to dog training and to dogs sports, you may want to start with the information below on our beginner classes.
We hold regularly scheduled and very affordable dog obedience training classes as well as many other classes and events for various dog sports at our spacious, up to date training facility in Halethorpe, MD (immediately south of Baltimore near the junction of I-695 and I-95).
[OB101] Puppy Kindergarten. Instructor: Sue Cox 6 weeks.
Status: FULL For puppies 14 weeks to 6 months old. Emphasis on positive socialization to people and other puppies, environmental surroundings and contacts. General behavior topics will include crate training, housetraining, reading body language, and reducing nipping and jumping. We will focus on skills like attention to owner, loose leash walking, rear end awareness, good play and greeting skills with dogs and people, sit, down, come, wait, even tricks! This is a “food” reward-based class. Note: Bring current rabies certificate for puppies over 4 months to the first night of class. Front training room.
Class limit: 6 Start: April 8. Day/Time: Mon., 7:45 pm. Fee: $90 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
[OB105] Basic Obedience. Instructor: Tamalee Kramp 7 weeks.
Status: FULL This class is for puppies older than six months and adult dogs that are just starting their training or need a refresher. The course will introduce dogs to all the basic obedience commands such as sit, down, stand, come, off, and loose-leash walking. In addition, we will practice the commands with real life training exercises, such as not bolting through the door when opened and park bench manners, etc. This is a “food” reward-based class. NOTES: 1) At least 3 dogs must be registered for class to be held. 2) The FIRST day of class, please come WITHOUT your dog and with a copy of your dog’s Rabies certificate. Front training room.
Class limit: 6. Start: April 30. Day/Time: Tues, 7:00 pm. Fee: $105 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
[OB105B] Basic Obedience. Instructor: Barb Novak 7 weeks.
Class limit: 6. Start: April 8. Day/Time: Mon, 6:30 pm. Fee: $105 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
[OB106] Basic Obedience & Trick Testing Instructor: Rachel Lachow 8 weeks.
Status: FULL This class is intended for puppies older than 6 months, as well as adult dogs just starting an obedience program. This course will introduce dogs to all of the basic obedience commands such as sit, down, stand, off, come, & loose-leash walking. In addition, we will practice tricks each week to prepare your dog for the AKC Novice Trick Dog Test. The Trick Dog test will be optional and held on week 8. This is a reward–based class & uses clickers. NOTES: 1) At least 3 dogs must be registered for the class to be held. 2) The FIRST day of class, please come WITHOUT your dog and with a copy of your dog’s rabies certificate. Front training Room (2 wks), Main Ring 1 (6 wks).
Class limit: 8. Start: April 8. Day/Time: Mon., 1:00 pm Fee: $120 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
[OB110] Advanced Basic/CGC and Tricks. Instructors: Holly VanHouten, Assistant: Nancy Anderson 8 weeks.
Status: FULL This class is intended for puppies older than 8 months and adult dogs. It continues the instruction provided in the Basic class. The basic obedience exercises will be taught in greater detail to prepare your dog for the Canine Good Citizen test. Additionally, tricks will be taught to prepare your dog for the Trick Dog Test. At the eighth week of class an AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test and the AKC Trick Dog Test will be offered (date to be announced in class). Note: Priority will be given to the students from the OB105 & (B), OB106 classes. Prerequisites: This class is open to dogs that have a sound temperament and clear understanding of the basic exercises, dogs owned by handlers with prior recent obedience experience or dogs that have been evaluated by the instructor. Main Ring 1.
Class limit: 10 Start: April 9. Day/Time: Tues., 7:00pm. Fee: $120 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
Class limit: 12 Start: April 10. Day/Time: Wed., 8:15 – 10:00 pm. . Fee: $150 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
Status: Auditing of the Foundations for Dog Sports class includes the lecture and all homework emails. Do not bring dog to class except for graduation night. Agility Ring.
Class limit: 8 Start: April 10. Day/Time: Tues., 8:15 – 10:00 pm. . Fee: $65/$55TM/$0CM only.
Class limit: 9 Start: April 9. Day/Time: Tues., 8:15 – 9:45 pm. . Fee: $150 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
Class limit: 10 Start: April 8. Day/Time: Wed., 8:15-9:45 pm. Fee: $150 for non-members. See the class registration for member discounts.
Interested in our advanced class offerings? See this link.
About Us: The Oriole Dog Training Club, Inc is a non-profit organization formed in 1945 to promote the utility of dogs regardless of pedigree as well behaved and reliable companions for their own safety and well being, for the pleasure of their owners, and so they will be considered good canine citizens of the community.
Our all volunteer instructing staff is passionate about both companion dog (pet manners) training and dog sports training, and collectively represents decades of experience.
Our club members range in experience from those just beginning the journey of learning how to train and trial with a dog to talented amateurs with a part-time interest in dog training and even to members who compete or judge successfully at the national (sometimes even international) level.
Have questions? Explore our website or start with our FAQ.
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A European arrest warrant is being sought for a women who admitted posing as a man on a gay dating app to stalk and harass her victims.
Yannick Glaudin, 30, was due to be sentenced at Inner London Crown Court today for stalking and disclosing private sexual photos.
But she is understood to have fled to her native France before the hearing.
Ms Cooper said she would be able to get the warrant as the prosecution is aware of Glaudin’s location in France.
Glaudin, of Mile End, east London, has admitted one count of disclosing private sexual photos.
She has also admitted one count of harassment, one count of stalking without fear or alarm and failing to surrender.
There will be a further hearing on April 17 to set a sentencing date.
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In 1975, after general Franco had died, H.M. Juan Carlos ascended the throne to secure and defend democracy in Spain. For his leadership in the creation of modern Europe and his heroical intervention on behalf of democracy at a crucial moment in Spain. His resolution to overcome ancient struggles in his country inspires free people everywhere.
Born in Rome in 1938.
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Apple has the most profitable hardware in the worldIs Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) a hardware company? Or a software company? Steve Jobs argued that Apple was a software company that just happened to make hardware. "A Mac is OSX -- in a beautiful box -- but it's [just] OSX," Jobs said, in a joint interview with Bill Gates in 2007.
Nevertheless, Apple doesn't actually sell its software -- at least not directly. When consumers purchase Macs and iPhones, they're buying hardware, even if they are primarily purchasing them for the software (OSX and iOS, respectively). Apple derives about 90% of its revenue, and virtually all of its profit, from hardware. iPhones compose the overwhelming bulk of its sales, with the Mac and iPad coming in a distant second and third, respectively.
And while Jobs believed that Apple was fundamentally a software company, selling hardware remains the key to Apple's overarching business philosophy. Unlike competitors Microsoft and Google, which build platforms for third-party hardware companies, Apple believes its software can only excel when it's built in-house alongside its hardware. Apple may be letting third parties create bands for the recently released Apple Watch, but consumers can only buy the Apple Watch from Apple itself (in contrast to Android Wear, which is available from a wide variety of different vendors) Its revenue mix may shift -- perhaps one day, in the distant future, Apple Watch will overtake the iPhone -- but Apple seems committed to hardware for the long haul.
In the interim, there's many reasons to like Apple stock, including its excellent balance sheet and stellar demand for the iPhone 6. Apple's smartphone business has never been stronger -- its last two quarters were the best in the iPhone's history -- and Apple continues to return capital to shareholders. In April, it pledged to spend $200 billion on buybacks and dividends by the end of March, 2017. Unfortunately, Apple has offered up little in the way of hard numbers on the Apple Watch, but has said only about 20% of iPhone owners have upgraded to an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus. Baring a drastic change in the smartphone market, Apple could continue to sell millions of iPhones going forward, and continue to generate billions in the process.
Hewlett-Packard will offer investors something close to a pure-play hardware companyThere's more to Hewlett-Packard (NYSE: HPQ) than just PCs. Later this year, the company plans to cleave itself in two, splitting into HP and HP Enterprises. The latter will be composed of Hewlett-Packard's software and services businesses; the former, Hewlett-Packard's hardware businesses.
As it stands, Hewlett-Packard is one of the largest makers of traditional PCs in the world (number two according to research firm IDC). In its most recent quarter, it derived about one-third of its revenue from its Personal Systems (read: PCs) business. HP will also include Hewlett-Packard's printer business, which generates less revenue than its PC business but is higher margin. When combined, the two businesses brought in just slightly more than half of Hewlett-Packard's revenue and earnings last quarter.
There's reason to believe that the new, hardware-focused HP could be a strong performer, and that current Hewlett-Packard shareholders will benefit from the split. Hewlett-Packard currently trades with a below market multiple (its trailing price-to-earnings ratio is, as I write this, around 12.5) and given the ongoing declines in the traditional PC industry, post-split HP is likely to trade even cheaper still.Despite increasingly powerful mobile devices, there's an enormous market for PCs -- more than 300 million of them were sold last year alone. Hewlett-Packard has yet to lay out the exact details of the firms' operating profiles -- on its last earnings call, it announced it would do so later this year -- but new HP is likely to be a company focused on returning capital to shareholders. If the PC market stabilizes, HP could be strong performer.
Best Buy is an indirect way to get exposureLastly, there's Best Buy (NYSE: BBY), one of the only pure-play electronics retailers left. Best Buy doesn't make any hardware itself, but it sells plenty of it. Last quarter, 78% of Best Buy's revenue came from the sale of consumer electronics and mobile gadgets, including smartphones, PCs, tablets, game consoles, and TVs, among many other products.
Many of the companies that make these products are listed outside of the U.S. (LG, HTC) or are private (Jawbone, Belkin). They may be divisions of much larger companies (like Nest and Google), or relatively insignificant portions of their companies' bottom lines (like Microsoft's Surface Pro). In all of these cases, it's hard -- or even impossible -- for investors to gain exposure. Best Buy, then, offers an interesting secondary play on hardware.
Obviously, Best Buy faces competition, and while there's a lot that it can control, it's success ultimately depends on hardware manufacturers' product cycles, and consumers' demand for that hardware. That demand has been relatively tepid in recent quarters -- according to research firm NPD, sales of consumer electronics fell 5.3% on an annual basis from the middle of February through beginning of May -- but could be poised for a rebound.
If new product categories like wearable devices (smartwatches and fitness trackers), smart home gadgets, and set-top boxes stoke consumers' demand for hardware, Best Buy should see an upturn in its sales, and a corresponding increase in its profitability. Although Best Buy's sales have actually contracted in recent quarters (down about 1% on an annual basis last quarter), its profitability has increased as it has successfully reduced its costs. A leaner Best Buy could be a top way for investors to play a stronger hardware market.
Bonus: Fitbit should go public in the near futureInvestors can't buy shares of Fitbit just yet, but they should be able to later this year. The maker of popular fitness trackers has filed for an IPO, and should begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange later this year. Almost all of Fitbit's revenue comes from the sale of hardware. To date, it's sold nearly 21 million fitness trackers, including the Fitbit Charge and the Fitbit Surge.
There's some evidence that Fitbit may begin diversifying its revenue stream, branching out into different sorts of products but remaining true to its hardware roots. Rival Jawbone has sued Fitbit, alleging that the latter poached the former's audio engineer for his help in developing forthcoming products.
The article The 3 Best Stocks to Invest in Hardware originally appeared on Fool.com.
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An interesting situation is taking place in Iran as of right now. Although it is not a situation that favors the Iranian people, the overall trend is quite remarkable. Due to President Trump’s recent decision to renege on the Iran nuclear deal, growing numbers of Iranians are now looking to get money out of the country via Bitcoin. It’s an interesting occurrence, considering how Iran is also working on its own cryptocurrency.
Nothing less than financial turmoil is taking place in Iran right now. With the United States choosing not to renew its nuclear deal with the country and imposing the “highest level of sanctions”, a lot of people are genuinely concerned about the future. As such, moving money out of the Iranian financial system has become a top priority for a lot of people. That is easier said than done, as the country has been all but isolated in this regard.
It has to be said that the Iranian government was well aware that President Trump could renege on the deal and impose new sanctions. To counter this potential threat, the government greenlighted an effort to develop a national cryptocurrency. Although this development is still ongoing, it remains to be seen if such a currency will ever see the light of day. Moreover, there is no guarantee such a cryptocurrency will be successful in the long run.
If Venezuela’s Petro is an example, Iran’s cryptocurrency may not become a new currency to be used by the general population. Instead, it may be a tool allowing the government to bypass any imposed sanctions and still conduct business on a global scale. Despite the best efforts by Venezuelan President Maduro, the Petro still hasn’t become a big success several months later. In fact, it is still a questionable currency which doesn’t even have the full support of the government.
While there is some merit to creating a national cryptocurrency backed by tangible assets, it seems Bitcoin is still quite popular. In fact, a lot of Iranians are flocking to real cryptocurrencies as a way to move money out of Iran right now. The decision by President Trump has made exchanging Iranian currency for any other fiat currency a bit problematic. Additionally, the value of the rial is dropping at an alarming rate, which makes the search for an alternate store of value all the more important.
It appears LocalBitcoins is quickly gaining a lot of popularity in Iran as of right now. Such a peer-to-peer marketplace to buy and sell Bitcoin provides a solution for people looking to get money out of Iran without going through centralized entities, exchange rate scalpers, and so forth. Unlike other currencies out there, Bitcoin and its cohorts allow money to be transferred globally, without permission.
Whether or not local interest in Bitcoin will continue to rise is a different matter altogether. For people moving funds out of Iran, it is the most viable option despite its somewhat complex nature. Unfortunately, the accelerating inflation of the rial may make it impossible for some people to even buy Bitcoin at an affordable rate in the coming weeks.
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Join The Ministry for an intimate visit with Toronto based artist Dorian FitzGerald in his studio where he will discuss his artistic practice.
Dorian FitzGerald has quite suddenly, it seems, become one of the most important painters in Toronto. Though he only recently began showing his work, his CV already boasts exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, Art Toronto 2010, and Clint Roenisch Gallery, and the Musee des beaux-arts de Montreal recently acquired a massive work. His epically-scaled and labour-intensive paintings depict images of extravagance, opulence and excess. His subject matter generally explores extremely exclusive places such as the throne room of Portugal's Queluz National Palace, Stefano Gabbana's private yacht dining room, and Sir Elton John's sunglasses collection closet. Though the content of his work seems to criticize overconsumption as it documents material and spatial excess, Dorian's grand paintings are made with a remarkable attention to the characteristic details of the objects of over-the-top wealth.
Because his works are so large and are crafted with extreme amounts of paint and time, Dorian's production process is unique, requiring the large works to be laid flat on his studio floor. In a slow and precise manner, the artist hovers above the works on a handcrafted purpose-built dolly, and applies liquid acrylic paint from above. (The works can be as large as twelve by eighteen feet, weigh 250 pounds, and take more than three years to complete.) Dorian has kindly invited members of The Ministry into his studio to witness his newest pieces as they are created and to discuss his paintings, his elaborate production process, and extreme opulence in contemporary culture.
Dorian FitzGerald is represented by Clint Roenisch Gallery in Toronto.
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A US visa can only be revalidated / extended if you currently have the same visa classification stamped in your passport as the visa type you are trying to revalidate. If you are seeking a visa which is in a different category to your existing visa, you must follow the process to obtain or transfer from your current status to the new visa status.
Important: all male nonimmigrant visa applicants from the ages of 16 to 45, no matter what nationality or where they apply, must complete and submit a form DS-157 with their Nonimmigrant Visa Application (DS-156). Applications submitted without the required forms will be denied.
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