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Enter by turning NORTH from Howard Street at the Kedzie Avenue traffic signal. Continue heading north on this street behind Jewel-Osco and turn right before reaching the Vineyard Church parking lot. Parking for The Autobarn will be located on the left. The parking lot is huge, you can’t miss it! There will be some police officers and signage pointing the way.
Please Note: There will be NO ENTRY from Hartrey Avenue or any streets east of the venue. Do not attempt enter from the Target side of the parking lot.
We’d like to thank our host Richard Fisher and The Autobarn for hosting us in their gigantic home.
We’re excited to announce the return of Evanston’s biggest and boldest gathering of the year, bringing together local business owners, community leaders, and Evanston aficionados to engage in a spectacular one-night celebration of all that makes Evanston vibrant and unique.
Brought to you by the Evanston Chamber of Commerce, The City of Evanston and Northwestern University, MashUp is a one-of-a-kind civic connectivity extravaganza where the entire community comes together to share stories, make new connections, see old friends, and enjoy the best local food & drink Evanston has to offer.
Individual (non-members): $125
Individual (Evanston Chamber Members): $100
Young Professionals (under 35): $75
Food and Beverage Provided By
Robin Rue Simmons
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Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Self-parking is available for CNY 50 per day. Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Located in Hengqin, this aparthotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Cotai Strip, Venetian Macao Casino and City of Dreams. The House of Dancing Water and Macau Tower are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Located in exclusive Gainey Ranch in the heart of all that makes Scottsdale a world class destination, this ‘distinctively different’ boutique suites hotel offers an upscale alternative to the larger resorts yet in a more intimate and relaxed environment surrounded by the charm of Southwestern Hospitality.
It's "The Perfect Fit" for your next small meeting…flexible, well-appointed function space with secure expandable bandwidth capacity for Wi-Fi and wired HSIA includes a ballroom, and two executive boardrooms, in-house AV and business center services. You’ll also find unique indoor and outdoor venues with on site creative catering, just right for conference dining.
And, "The Perfect Wedding" of course starts with the Perfect Setting…An outdoor ceremony on the palm-lined Terrace Lawn followed by a reception and dinner in the Hearth Room with its high ceilings, fireplace, opening to the patio overlooking the Terrace Lawn and desert gardens. Let our talented team create the magic to make your dreams come true.
To accommodate your guests/attendees, the hotel’s stylish 162 spacious studios-, one- and two-bedroom suites feature opulent 300-thread count linens, plush hypo-allergenic feather blanket and pillows, elegant marble baths and vanities, distinctive furnishings and decorative accessories, . Make yourself at home in a residential style kitchen/dining area with rich wide-plank hardwood floors and granite countertops. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, 43 inch HDTVs with ChromeCast technology, and work areas with comfy task chairs, desktop power/charging station, cordless phone, and each suite has a laptop size safes for your valuables.
Start your day with a bountiful complimentary full hot breakfast buffet with Starbuck's Coffee and celebrate the day at our evening reception featuring hot & cold appetizers, Arizona craft beer, assorted wines by the glass and soft drinks. Relax at the new Terrace Bar on the patio overlooking the oasis-like courtyard, unwind in our beautiful heated resort pool & jacuzzi, and stay in shape in our nicely equipped fitness center. Next door, explore The Shops at Gainey Village with a collection of great restaurants and unique boutiques. Pamper yourself at The Spa at Gainey Village or tee it up at some of the best golf courses the Valley of the Sun has to offer. It's all waiting for you at Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch!
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While Michael Easton is sailing his Olympic campaign in Denmark Tripp Burd is preparing to come to Europe. These U.S. 2014 Champs confirmed that they will be at the Worlds in Kiel on their Falcon as well. That makes 10 teams from the USA to join a Formula 18 Worlds held outside their own country. Never before so may teams from the USA lined up before.
We had a chat with Mike Easton and Tripp Burd. Both are very excited to be able to be at the F18 Worlds in Kiel. Mike Easton: “It’ll be our first F18 worlds since Long Beach in 2012, so we’re looking forward to putting our skills to the test against the world’s best on our Falcon F18! We’ve found it fast in U.S. championships and are looking forward to lining up against the world’s best. Getting to the event this year was a bit of a challenge for us, with the crew and boat logistics. We wouldn’t be doing the event without the help of Falcon Marine, Gill at the Boatshop.be, Ronstan, Robline and North Sails. Logistically for me, the N17 World Championship is the week before with zero rest days between, so it’s going to be a lot of competitive sailing all in a row. For a while I was uncertain about whether Tripp would make it either, between the 750 mile Race to Alaska on his modified ARC22 and his job schedule.”
They’re hoping to shake the rust off for a top finish at the Worlds. But since they haven’t sailed together for months, they’re just going to have as much fun as they can while sending it in some great Kiel breeze. “Going up against 200 teams will be awesome! This will be the largest fleet we’ve seen come together in the 10 years that we’ve been in the class. Especially of note is the number of American teams making the trip. The USF18 has been steadily growing for years, so it’s awesome that this will be the US’s biggest international presence. We can’t wait!”, says Easton.
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It’s official! The name of The Walking Dead‘s highly-anticipated companion series is Fear The Walking Dead.
Series creator and executive producer Robert Kirkman confirmed the news via Twitter today saying, “IT’S OFFICIAL! The walking dead companion show on AMC is called FEAR THE WALKING DEAD! Expect more news very soon! #FearTheWalkingDead”
IT’S OFFICIAL! The walking dead companion show on AMC is called FEAR THE WALKING DEAD! Expect more news very soon! #FearTheWalkingDead
— Robert Kirkman (@RobertKirkman) March 27, 2015
The series currently stars Cliff Curtis (Missing,Gang Related), Kim Dickens (Gone Girl,Sons of Anarchy), Frank Dillane (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince) and Alycia Debnam Carey (Into the Storm).
AMC has high hopes for the new show and to prove it, the network has ordered two seasons of it before the pilot even premieres.
The 6-episode first season set to begin shooting in Vancouver next month and premiere a bit later this year.
Let us know what you think of the new show’s title and feel free to start speculating about what it could all mean in the comments below.
Photo Credit: AMC
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Frontier Flights Online at Fares Match
When it comes to find the best price for the booking of Frontier Flights (it is the leading airline of the United States) then you need to know about the fact that where to Book Frontier Flights for the reservations. Frontier is the major airline and it is popular for the affordable travel goals of the passengers. Fares Match is the leading airlines reservations website where you can book the cheap tickets of Frontier Airlines Flights to find the best deals and offers on the domestic and International air tickets. We are also going to mention here about the tips to book the Frontier Airlines Flights Tickets at the cheap cost.
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1). Always book the tickets of Frontier Flights with the comprehensive comparison of the airfare because it is mandatory to manage the airlines reservations in a possible cheap cost for the Frontier Airlines Booking.
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Connectivity is important. It drives business and society, bringing communities and commerce together. That's why we use our insight and experience to connect people and companies, anywhere in the world.
Our team of consultants advise public and private sector organisations on the strategy, procurement and implementation of digital technology and connectivity infrastructure. We help our clients understand economic and socio-economic benefits of investing in new initiatives.View all services
We specialise in a wide range of areas, including mobile: 4G, 5G, NTN; Digital Connectivity, Enterprise IT, Smart Places & IoT, Networking, Technology-Enabled Care & more.View areas of expertise
From guiding governments to transforming telecare, we work within a multitude of industries.
We make sure that our work is grounded in well-defined business requirements and use cases. We never present a strategic vision without a clear plan of action to turn that vision into reality. We apply our hard-earned experience to develop solutions that will work in the real world. We pitch our solutions at the right scale for our clients.
We listen well. We take time to understand the situation on the ground. We allow for context in our advice. We adapt our language to communicate on the right level with any audience or stakeholder.
We take being a service business seriously. Client trust is a privilege to be earned. And our work is important. Good advice from us leads to better services and thriving communities. The technologies on which we advise have the potential to positively impact on society and the environment.
We trust Farrpoint to give us the independent technical assurance we need when thinking innovatively about how to drive greater commercial investment into digital infrastructure in West Sussex. Farrpoint have been advising us for the last three years – they now feel very much part of the team. Having access to their in-depth understanding of the technical and commercial factors involved, as well as the risks and capabilities of the wider market place, is helping to develop our exciting digital ambitions for West Sussex.Digital Infrastructure Programme Manager, West Sussex County Council
Here is a selection of our press coverage, expert articles and opinion pieces. You can also sign up to receive our newsletter with the latest insights in telecoms.
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Items are READY STOCK from Melaka,MY.
Payment made before 2pm will be posted on the same working day. Postage working day (Monday-Friday, excluding public holidays). Normally the item shall arrive at your door step within 1-3 working days but it depends on the courier service company.
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This week's entry combines my honouring Canada's 150th birthday in 2017 via Canuck bands, creative uses of grammar in band names, and perhaps the best band name origin ever. Montreal noise rock/post-rock collective Godspeed You! Black Emperor takes its name from God Speed You! Black Emperor, a 1976 Japanese black-and-white documentary by director Mitsuo Yanagimachi, which follows the exploits of a Japanese biker gang, the Black Emperors.
But the band doesn't stop at bending the rules of grammar? whilst, referencing Japanese biker docs and composing instrumentals that average 15+min. in length. Nay, they go for broke and make every song and album title completely original. "Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas To Heaven", "Rockets Fall On Rocket Falls", "F# A# ∞", " 'Allelujah! Don't Bend! Ascend!", "Strung Like Lights At Thee Printemps Erable" and on... It's a good thing of their ditties are sprawling epics - that gives the listener time to try and figure out what the hell the band is thinking. And the fun is not figuring things out with the band. It's the theorizing what could be happening with them.
Now turn on that old cerebellum of yours, tune in or out... whatever works better. They say laughter is the best medicine, but sometimes unabashed contemplation is just what the doctor ordered. That, and any other enchancement you may partake whilst listening to the Godspeed folks.
The officially unofficial blog of Faux Rawk. Everything you read is true, although some of what you read is 100% false. Whoa... trippy, man.
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Enameled aluminum wire is a main variety of winding wire and it consists of conductor and insulating layer.
The bare wire is annealed and softened, then it is coated with an insulating enamel varnish. The result is an insulating coating with good high temperature resistance, mechanical properties and chemical resistance. It also has excellent freeze resistance and is suitable for long-term work in 200 deg C refrigeration equipment, dry-type power transformers, electric instrumentation, electrical tools etc.
The enamelled aluminum wire is easy to winding and has a solid oxide film insulating surface which means it can withstand long-term high temperature, mechanical stress and corrosion. The aluminium enamel coating is a very durable material and has a very wide range of applications in industry. The wire is mainly used in electromagnetic coils. This type of winding wire is a common solution for interchanging electrical energy with magnetic energy in electrical equipment, appliances and machinery.Xinyu’s enameled aluminum wires have stable quality, all raw materials will be strictly inspected before production.
We also offer professional technology support and timely after-sale service. Besides the standard enameled aluminum wire, we can manufacture special specification according to customer’s demand.
We use copper or aluminum as the conductor material for the enamelled aluminum wire. The conductor material can be plated with silver or nickel for better conductivity. The outer enamel is made of a high quality alumina with a thickness of 1.0-1.5mm. The core conductors can be either copper or Copper Clad Aluminium (CCA). CCA is a new electromagnetic wire that takes advantage of the characteristics of both copper and aluminum. It has the excellent conductivity of copper and the light weight of aluminium, so it can help reduce the product’s total weight and save cost.
In the process of preparing enamelled wire, it is important to pay attention to the diameter of the bare conductor and to its tolerances. The diameter of the bare conductor has a direct impact on the variation of the final coil resistance. In order to avoid this type of problem, it is essential to measure the bare wire tolerances very accurately and to ensure that they are within the permissible limits.At ELEKTRISOLA, we continuously monitor the Outer Diameter of all our enamelled wires during the enamelling process.
This allows us to achieve a very consistent enamel coating on the insulated wire and, at the same time, a very effective windability at all winding speeds. A defined amount of lubrication is precisely applied to the insulated enamelled wires, in order to guarantee trouble-free winding without any failures.
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The coolness of ice can get temperatures soaring in the bedroom. We give you four ways to up your foreplay moves using ice cubes.
Exchange cool kisses
Start off with a slightly melted ice cube and slip it into your mouth. When you kiss your man, it will be a cool, refreshing experience for the both of you. Slowly push the ice cube into his mouth and repeat till the ice melts completely.
Touch him with ice
Take a nicely formed cube of ice and rub it lightly all over his torso, starting from his chest down to that gorgeous ‘V’. Repeat the action with your hands and mouth, and then ask him to return the favour. Get him to trace frosty trails over the sensitive parts of your body—wrists, inner elbows, soles of your feet, behind the knees, etc.
Go down on him with an ice cube in your mouth. Alternate between using your mouth, and then rubbing him with the ice cube. Make sure you do it nice and soft, lest you end up chafing him! The sudden change in temperatures will have him moaning in delight. You can ask him to go down on you the same way, but if you don’t like the cool sensation, you can try it with your underwear on.
TLC for your breasts
Have him explore the valley between your breasts by running an ice cube along it. Then when the area is wet enough, get him to lick off the water and take it from there.
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Whether you’re upgrading your bathroom or kitchen fixture installation, our expert team is here to help you with all your plumbing fixture installation needs.
From faucets to toilets, we have the experience and knowledge to ensure your fixtures are installed correctly and efficiently. With our professional plumbing services, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your plumbing fixtures replacement is in good hands. Trust Fenwick Home Services for all your plumbing services.
When Should You Replace Your Fixtures?
Knowing when to replace your fixtures is crucial in maintaining a functional and efficient plumbing system. Leaks, odd noises, water pressure issues, corrosion, finish cracking, and rust indicate it may be time for an upgrade.
Leaks can be sneaky troublemakers, causing damage and wasting water. So, how do you know when to bid farewell to your old fixtures? The first sign is obvious – if you have a leak, it’s time to take action. Leaks, whether a slow drip or a full-blown gushing situation, should never be ignored.
If you start hearing odd noises from your fixtures, it’s a clear sign that you should consider replacing them. These strange sounds could indicate underlying problems that could worsen over time. Don’t ignore the squeaks, rattles, or groans. By replacing them promptly, you can ensure your fixtures continue to function properly.
Water Pressure Issues
If you’re experiencing water pressure issues in your home, consider replacing your fixtures. Low water pressure can be a nuisance, making it difficult to complete daily tasks such as showering or washing dishes efficiently. Old and worn-out fixtures can contribute to this problem, as they may have mineral buildup or faulty components that restrict water flow.
Water corrosion can wreak havoc on your fixtures, causing them to deteriorate over time. It’s important to know when to replace these fixtures to prevent further damage. Signs of water corrosion include rust, discoloration, and leaks. If you notice any of these issues, it’s best to take action. Ignoring water corrosion can lead to more severe problems down the line.
Cracks in the finish can be a sign of wear and tear, indicating that the institution is reaching the end of its lifespan. Over time, the cracking can worsen and lead to further damage, making it necessary to replace the fixture sooner rather than later. By promptly addressing the issue, you can prevent further deterioration.
Rust can be a pesky problem that plagues your fixtures, causing them to deteriorate over time. Rust not only compromises the appearance of your fixtures but also affects their functionality. So, if you want to keep your bathroom fixture installation looking fresh and working as it should, replace them when rust becomes apparent.
Benefits of Installing New Fixtures
Installing new plumbing fixtures in your home brings a multitude of benefits:
- It enhances the aesthetics of your living space, giving it a fresh and modern look.
- These new fixtures are more efficient, which means they consume less energy and, in turn, save you money on utility bills.
- By upgrading your fixtures, you increase the value of your home, making it more appealing to potential buyers if you ever decide to sell.
Installing new fixtures in your home offers many benefits, particularly when it comes to aesthetics. By upgrading your fixtures, such as faucets, lighting, or doorknobs, you can instantly transform the look and feel of your living space. The right fixtures can enhance the overall design, adding a touch of elegance or modernity to your home. Not only do new fixtures improve the visual appeal, but they can also increase the value of your property.
Installing new plumbing fixtures in your home brings many benefits, including increased efficiency. You can enjoy improved energy usage and lower utility bills by upgrading your fixtures. Newer fixtures are more efficient and consume less water or electricity without compromising performance. This helps you save money in the long run and reduces your environmental impact.
Increased Home Value
These modern fixtures not only add a touch of elegance and style to your living spaces but also contribute to a more functional and efficient environment. With the added allure and functionality, the market value of your home is likely to rise, ensuring a profitable return on investment.
Saves You Money
You can significantly reduce energy and water consumption by replacing outdated or inefficient fixtures, such as faucets, showerheads, and light fixtures. Modern fixtures are designed with advanced technologies that enhance their efficiency, resulting in even greater savings.
Types of Fixtures We Install
At Fenwick Home Services, we stand by our work and believe you will love your new worry-free fixtures. We perform shower fixture installations along with:
- Faucet replacement
- Toilet replacement
- Bathtub fixture replacement
Why Have a Professional Install New Fixtures
Having a professional install new fixtures in your home is essential because they possess the expertise and knowledge required to ensure proper installation. This eliminates the risk of mistakes or damage from DIY attempts.
By entrusting plumbing fixture installation to a professional, you can have peace of mind knowing that the job will be done right the first time, minimizing the need for costly repairs or replacements in the future. Here are some benefits of hiring a professional to install your new fixtures.
- Proper installation
- Correct water pressure
- Reduced water use
- Professional help
What Can Go Wrong If You DIY?
Fixing water fixtures can be a tempting DIY project, but it’s crucial to understand what can go wrong if you take matters into your own hands. Without proper knowledge and experience, simple mistakes can quickly escalate into costly disasters.
For instance, you might accidentally damage the plumbing system, leading to leaks or even flooding. Additionally, incorrect tools or techniques could worsen the initial problem and make fixing it more challenging.
Why Choose Fenwick Plumbing
Fenwick Plumbing is the smart choice for all your emergency plumbing needs. With their experienced professionals, they deliver top-notch service that you can rely on. From simple repairs to complex installations, Fenwick Plumbing has got you covered. Don’t settle for anything less than excellence when it comes to your plumbing. Choose Fenwick Plumbing for reliable, efficient, and affordable solutions.
Partner With Fenwick Plumbing Today
Fenwick ensures quality work and efficient service. By choosing Fenwick, you can have peace of mind knowing that your plumbing fixtures will be installed correctly and function properly. Don’t settle for subpar installation services when you can rely on Fenwick for all your plumbing fixture replacement needs.
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Father's Day Event
Annual Flag Day Celebration June 14, 2023
Hindu Community Center Trip 2023
Hindu Trip 2023
Mother's Day Tea 2023
January 22, 2023
Animal Blessing Oct 25th, 2022
What a Wonderful turnout and Blessing to all that came out on this very windy day!
Thanks to Pastor James Janecek and the Community Outreach Committee for doing such a wonderful job!
We all had a wonderful time at the Ministry Fair on Sept 25th.
Who has the best photo? Boy, do we have a few that are just priceless!
Faith Development One Night Event Photos
Several guest speakers came from the Pleasant Hill Retirement Community for a one-night event at our church on August 3rd, 2022. Photos below are of some of the items they brought with them from their mission work.
There was a wonderful turnout and definitely a blessing to hear the stories they told.
Potluck was held on June 20, 2021 at St. George Marina.
A great time was had by all!
And we also got to celebrate Charlie Lowder's 100th birthday with him!
Check out the beautiful Memorial Day flags!
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Community Listening Session
December 9, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm CST
Governor John Bel Edwards and OJJ continue to tout a new $26 million facility to be built at Swanson. FFLIC believes those funds should be invested in frontend solutions, including opportunities for youth, education, living wages, and mental health supports that will result in better outcomes for the youth and a safer community. Youth deserve better treatment and Monroe deserves better jobs.
Community members will gather in-person in Monroe to discuss concerns, alternatives to punitive systems, how to better invest prison construction dollars in the local community, and how communities can take action to build holistic networks of support for youth and ensure every young person has the opportunity to live a full and productive life. We will center the voices of parents whose children are currently incarcerated at Swanson.
Refreshments will be provided. Please wear a mask.
Register at https://bit.ly/ffliclisteningdec9.
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FFDD19: Festival trailer is online!
This year's festival trailer is created by animation artist Robert Löbel, who was awarded the Filmförderpreis der Kunstministerin in the National Competition at the FILMFEST DRESDEN in 2018 for his film LINK. He was supported by Anne-Lou Erambert (Animation) and David Kamp (Sound).
The trailer takes up this year's festival themes such as transformation and upheaval, the focus on Cuba or the Discourse Europe - The Age of Rage in an associative way.
The film will be shown in various Saxon cinemas prior to the festival as well as during the festival week. It celebrated its premiere on 5 March at the press conference of the 31 FILMFEST DRESDEN in the Schauburg.
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Mynette Louie is a Film Independent Spirit Award-winning, Emmy and Critics Choice-nominated producer whose credits include Josef Kubota Wladyka’s Tribeca 2021-winning, Spirit and Gotham Award-nominated Catch the Fair One (IFC Films); Heidi Ewing’s Sundance 2020-winning, Spirit Award-nominated I Carry You With Me (Sony Pictures Classics); Carlo Mirabella-Davis’ Tribeca 2019-winning, Gotham-nominated Swallow (IFC Films); Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour’s Black Box (Amazon Studios/Blumhouse); Jennifer Fox’s Emmy, Critics Choice, Golden Globe, and Spirit Award-nominated The Tale (Sundance 2018, HBO); Martha Stephens & Aaron Katz’s Spirit Award-winning Land Ho! (Sundance 2014, Sony Pictures Classics); Tze Chun’s Children of Invention (Sundance 2009); and Andrew Bujalski’s Mutual Appreciation (SXSW 2005).
As the first head of Gamechanger Films, Louie greenlit and oversaw ten women-directed features which collectively garnered nine Spirit Award nominations and one win, including Karyn Kusama’s The Invitation (SXSW 2015, Drafthouse/Netflix); Christina Choe’s Sundance 2018-winning, Spirit Award-nominated Nancy (Goldwyn); Sarah Adina Smith’s Buster’s Mal Heart (TIFF 2016, Well Go/Netflix); So Yong Kim’s Spirit Award-nominated Lovesong (Sundance 2016, Strand/Netflix); Lauren Wolkstein & Christopher Radcliff’s The Strange Ones (SXSW 2017, Vertical); and Natalia Garagiola’s Venice Critics Week 2017 winner Hunting Season (Netflix).
Louie is also an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice and Head of the Creative Producing Concentration at Columbia University’s graduate film school. She is on Film Independent’s Board of Directors and is a member of the executive and diversity committees in the Producers branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. She was named one of Business Insider’s “12 Movie Producers at the Top of Their Game to Watch in 2020 and Beyond,” Ted Hope’s “21 Brave Thinkers of Truly Free Film” and Indiewire’s “100 Filmmakers to Follow on Twitter.” She won the 2013 Piaget Producers Award at the Film Independent Spirit Awards. A native New Yorker, Mynette graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Harvard University, where she studied Chinese literature and film.
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If you’re looking for filmmaking articles, please let us know.
Our goal at Filmmaking Stuff is to provide a comprehensive overview of the filmmaking process.
So far, the website provides filmmaking articles that cover the spectrum of independent filmmakers. Have a look around.
We welcome your feedback.
Please let us know what kind of filmmaking articles you would like to read – and we will be sure to include them!
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It makes sense that healthcare systems would be prime examples of well-being, including the environment. As our culture gears up to embrace carbon neutrality, healthcare facilities are stepping up with determination. Many have already embraced their role as leaders of clean environments and that includes energy efficiency and low carbon emissions.
Hospitals run 24/7, 365 days a year. Healthcare equipment is in every room. The lights may dim in patient rooms at night, but the buildings are always active. Hallways and nurses’ stations, not to mention emergency rooms are always “on”.
Consequently, healthcare facilities are responsible for 9% of carbon emissions in the United States. That’s substantial for a single source. By taking control of their carbon footprint, hospitals and other healthcare facilities can make an impact on our “carbon neutral by 2050” goal.
In June of 2022, the Department of Health and Human Services along with the White House launched the Health Sector Climate Pledge. This pledge included more than 650 hospitals committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% before 2030, then to net zero by 2050. This will include but not be limited to, inventory supply chain emissions and climate resilience plans for both healthcare facilities and their communities.
This goal is fueled, at least in part, by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Initiative (GGPI). Launched in 1998, the initiative’s mission is to develop internationally accepted greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and reporting standards for businesses and to promote their adoption. The GGPI is a multi-stakeholder partnership of businesses, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), governments, and others convened by the World Resources Institute (WRI). The WRI is a U.S.-based environmental NGO, and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).
As a result of their aim, the GGPI first introduced the Scope System for greenhouse gas emissions in the 2001 Greenhouse Gas Protocol. The scope system includes 3 levels of an emissions classification system. It includes both direct and indirect emitted greenhouse gases. This tiered system helps to measure, manage, and reduce business emissions.
Identifying emissions sources, both within a facility and outside of it is an important first step in developing a decarbonization plan.
Scope 1 describes direct emissions or rather greenhouse gases owned or controlled by a particular company. In the healthcare sector, the focus on emissions reductions has mainly been on Scope 1. This includes carbon emissions from on-site power productions and includes all facilities and equipment on-site production of greenhouse gases.
Direct emissions included in scope 1 are GHG’s caused by an organization and its operations. To give you a visual for scope 1 emissions, think flame or burn (these are the emissions from fossil fuels burnt directly). This could be from the combustion of fuels for heating, such as gas boilers, or vehicles, such as on-site security automobiles. This also includes fugitive emissions from refrigerators and air conditioning units, or it could be GHGs released from industrial processes.
Scope 2 emissions are indirect GHGs released from the energy purchased from a utility provider. To remember scope 2 emissions, think “bought and paid for.” For most organizations, the majority of their scope 2 emissions come from electricity or steam purchased.
Just because energy can be provided doesn’t mean we should use or waste it. Conservation will be key moving forward. Ultimately, hospitals must have the appropriate clinical equipment and supplies – otherwise, they can’t do their job. Finding every way possible to offset that carbon footprint helps us move closer to carbon neutrality.
Reporting scopes 1 and 2 emissions is mandatory for many organizations across the globe. These emissions are easily accounted for, measured, and managed. As a result of that ease, organizations typically target scope 1 and 2 emissions when setting their GHG business emission reduction goals.
Scope 3 emissions include indirect emissions that result from both upstream and downstream activities in the supply chain. As a healthcare facility, managers begin to master their carbon emissions these sources can be addressed as well.
Buying locally when possible or from responsible manufacturers who control their carbon emissions helps fine-tune Scope 3 emissions. This is often the last scenario considered when trying to reduce a facility’s carbon footprint. However, as we become more accustomed to making these educated decisions, it will become second nature. We are learning to repurpose whenever possible. Moreover, when it is necessary to order new, we will order responsibly.
Scope 3 emissions cover all other indirect emissions associated with a business. Most importantly, these are emissions that occur within the value chain, both upstream and downstream. To remember scope 3 emissions, think beyond what you can see. Somewhat surprisingly, Scope 3 emissions often account for more than 70% of a business’s carbon footprint. Unfortunately, the majority of these emissions are beyond an entity’s control. Most scope 3 emissions are influenced by the supplier, who controls emissions through product design and purchasing decisions.
Hospitals are creating their own energy
Having learned about the Scope System, you are better able to understand how a business can control its carbon footprint. Hospitals across the country have already started to implement this GHG’s accountability format in order to reduce their carbon emissions.
Gunderson Health Systems (GHS), located in Western Wisconsin, Northeast Iowa, and Southeastern Minnesota, have proven to be a leader in this initiative. By implementing numerous clean energy options, GHS is well on its way to reaching its energy independence goal. Their advancements include but are not limited to geothermal energy systems, wind turbines, solar panels, and more.
Whereas GHS’s goal is more aggressive than most, it is already proving beneficial. Is this what we can expect moving forward from hospital systems in the United States? All signs seem to be saying, “Go.”
Carbon tax emissions for commercial buildings will ensure that hospital systems and campuses comply with carbon emissions standards. This means that any facility that is exceeding government-mandated (whether that be local, city, or state) carbon emissions will be required to pay some sort of tax or fee. As a result, because of their high relative energy consumption and carbon footprint when compared to other facility types, we can expect to see healthcare facilities leading the way.
Hospitals and solar film
Indoor air temperature in hospitals has always been known to be on the colder side. There is a reason for that. It helps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases by eradicating humidity and keeping the temperature low. However, this business expenditure is costly – both in monthly utility bills and wear and tear on an HVAC system. This is a challenge in every healthcare facility.
Solar window film is considered a scope 2 solution for hospitals in their carbon-zero goals. By reducing solar transmission into a building, solar film reduces the need for energy consumption to cool the air as well as glare. This allows the HVAC system of the hospital to relax a little. As a result, the HVAC system doesn’t have to produce as much energy as it would otherwise. This lowers the carbon emissions of the healthcare facility overall, as well as their monthly electric expense.
Historically, hospitals that have implemented solar reflection window film have done so slowly. The reason for this is that the window film was placed on the interior of the windows and glass doors. That isn’t easy as most exterior rooms have patients in them. Thus, a single hospital project could take years to complete.
Consequently, it makes sense to choose an exterior solar reduction film that can be installed without interrupting patient care. This allows patients to be treated without being disturbed and can help prevent the spread of infectious diseases since installers don’t have to enter patient rooms.
If you would like to learn more about 3M™ sun control Exterior Prestige window film, review the details here. It will be a real game changer for hospitals as they move towards carbon neutrality. If you would like to learn more about a hospital that we have already installed, review our case study of Montgomery VA hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. Know that NGS is here to guide you through the process and can answer any questions you may have.
Photo by Samuel Scalzo
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School districts across the nation are improving security measures on their campuses due to an increased number of school gun violence incidents. In 2018, there were 191 incidents – which is more incidents in one year than in the last four decades, according to the Center for Homeland Defense and Security.
Recently, the Department of Homeland Security began accepting applications from nonprofit organizations, including private schools, for its Fiscal Year 2020 Nonprofit Security Grant Program. This federal program provides funding to put mechanisms in place to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks.
NGS Films and Graphics can assist private schools in their application for this program.
School Safety Assessments: The First Step in Identification
At no cost, NGS Films and Graphics works with school districts nationwide to provide school safety assessments of windows and entryways. The assessment mirrors the Federal Commission on School Safety’s recommended layered zones.
NGS reviews each school and generates a report that includes recommendations on hardening three areas (or zones) with 3M™ Safety and Security Film and one-way mirror privacy films. The report can be used for grant applications and other reporting requirements.
“We work one-on-one with schools to provide them information they need to be able to move forward with a plan to secure their schools,” said James Beale, managing partner of NGS Films and Graphics. “We want to protect our children and teachers and we understand that schools need this type of assessment when determining how to best move forward with securing campuses.”
3M National Dealer of the Year as a School Partner
NGS Films and Graphics is 3M’s largest window film provider in the United States. The company recently received the 2019 National Dealer of the Year from the St. Paul-based company.
NGS Films and Graphics specialize in the installation of 3M™ Safety & Security Window Film, Ultra Series and 3M™ Impact Attachment Systems in schools. The experience team has developed a field-proven TRI-SHIELD installation method that dramatically improves performance.
In 2019, NGS Films and Graphics partnered with Houston ISD Police to demonstrate the power of the TRI-SHIELD installation. It took more than six minutes to break through the glass – which, in a real-world situation, would mean more valuable time for victims to take shelter and for emergency officials to arrive.
Procurement Contracts Made Easy
NGS Films and Graphics has made it easier for schools to work with them. They are the only window film installer to have obtained Schedule 84 Contract 47QSWA20D00C from the General Services Administration. They also offer TIPS-USA Contract 190101.
These types of contracting vehicles make it easier for private school districts to work directly with the national company without having to go through lengthy bidding processes.
Both procurement vehicles prequalify vendors from a financial and performance standpoint via an extensive quote, bid and prequalification process. “Now that we’ve been through the bid and prequalification process, school districts can easily contract with us because we have met procurement and compliance rules,” Beale said.
Contact NGS Films and Graphics to Assist with the 2020 Nonprofit Security Grant Program
The 2020 Nonprofit Security Grant Program can offset costs on security-related activities including the installation of security equipment on real property (buildings and improvements) owned or leased by the nonprofit organization at the time of application. Completed applications are due no later than 5 p.m. on April 15, 2020.
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Actual Dimensions: 19.88 x 22.63 x 4.25. Accumulair brand: 20x23x4.5 Carrier FILBBFNC0024 compatible whole house filters, exactly designed to substitute for the original manufacturer Carrier FILBBFNC0024 air filters. Fully box-formed with no forming or combs required. MERV classified to ASHRAE 52.2 test standards assuring operation as good or better than the OEM Carrier FILBBFNC0024 filter. Note: The example filter image as shown is not to scale and is shown for style purposes only. OEM names and Carrier FILBBFNC0024 part numbers included for filter replacement identification purposes.
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Dry skin need not always be the result of dry weather. There are a number of medical reasons as well like thyroid problems that can trigger dryness of the skin. Certain medications and your diet too must be blamed for your dry skin.
For others who have all these things right, dry skin could be due to environmental pollution. Every day, our skin is hit by a number of pollutants and free radicals that can harm our skin as well as bodily functions.
Dry and cracked skin being a cosmetic problem need to be addressed and removed before it starts damaging your skin and cause wrinkle formations. Surely, there are a number of beneficial creams out there in the market that you want to run behind and apply on your delicate skin. But, do you know that continuous application of chemicals can actually turn your skin more dry and harm it beyond repair? If you are looking at a safe and natural solution for your dry skin, here are a few of them that you can try.
Home Remedies For Dry Skin And Itchy Skin
1. Use Aloe Vera For Your Dry Skin Problem
A pure and safe remedy for your dry skin, isn’t it lucky that you have the plant growing in a pot at home! Pluck a stalk and extract the gel out of it. Apply this precious gel on the dry areas of the skin. Aloe vera will remove all the dead skin cells that have been lying on top of your beautiful skin underneath and does a magic makeover within minutes. Use aloe vera every day to keep your skin well nourished and pure.
2. Tea Tree Oil Has Great Moisturising Capacities
Apply the oil on the dry skin and wait till it penetrates deep and exerts its action on your skin. Your skin will bloat with its nourishing qualities and rise up with glow and nutrition. Tea tree being an antiseptic will also remove all the germs that have been accumulating on your skin and causing itchiness.
3. Avocado Can Eradicate Dryness In An Instant
The fatty avocado can not only make you fair with its skin lightening properties, but can also remove all the dryness from the top layer of your skin. Consume avocados every day for keeping your skin free from dryness. Along with that, mash avocados to form a paste along with lemon juice. Apply all over the skin and leave it for half an hour. Remove the paste from your skin and wash with cold water. Top it p with a warm bath for best results.
4. Dab on Some Evening Primrose Oil
Evening primrose oil can help in skin rejuvenation and moisturising of skin. Apply on the dry skin and massage it in for its abundant qualities to penetrate deeply. Do this every day for preventing dryness and to keep your skin away from ageing.
5. Flax Seed Oil For Dry Skin
Flax seed oil is also known to remove dryness form the skin and also impart a lustre and shine that is incomparable. You can add flax seed oil in your diet and use the oil for massaging on your skin as well. Flax seed oil is also good for preventing the skin from the damage caused due to free radicals.
6. Treat Dry Skin With Vegetable Oils
A number of Vegetable Oils can be used for treating dry skin. Sunflower oil peanut oil, mineral oil etc. can be used for massaging the skin every day for 15-20 minutes before you take bath for great results. Olive oil can be used as well with amazing results.
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After you wash your face, pat dry and apply olive oil to seal the moisture. Another oil of great proportions is coconut oil, which can be used for the skin as well as the hair. Massaging coconut oil into your skin will give it a natural glow and shine and prevent it from getting dry.
7. Soak In Baking Soda To Remove Dryness From The Skin
Baking Soda can be used for softening and soothing the skin to perfection. Take one cup of baking soda and mix it with warm water in the tub. Soak in this heavenly and soothing water until the warmth goes away. Baking soda soak will also remove the itchiness of the skin that is caused due to dryness. Make sure that the water that you use for soaking is too hot as it will cause more dryness and itchiness on the skin.
8. Oatmeal Bath For Your Dry Skin and Itchy Skin
How about an oatmeal bath today? Take a cup of ground oatmeal and add to a tub of warm water. Soak in this vitamin E enriched water until the vitamin nourished your skin and leaves enough moisture to prevent dryness. For dry hands and face, rubbing oats on the skin after washing your hands and drying it give an instant shine and moisture due to vitamin E in oats.
9. Cocoa Butter Has Abundant Nourishing Properties
Cocoa butter, derived from cocoa beans is a natural moisturising agent and has antioxidant properties that can leave the skin well protected as well from the harm caused by free radicals. It will also preserve your skin from ageing and prevent wrinkle formations that are very common in dry skin. Apply cocoa butter on dry skin and massage gently every day for 15 minutes. It will prevent scar formation and stretch marks as well.
10. Diet Remedy For Dry Skin
Diet too is important if you are suffering from dry skin problems. A diet rich in omega 3 fatty acids will keep your skin well nourished, moisturised and free from the effects of ageing. Omega 3 fatty acids help in strengthening the oil retaining barriers in the skin, thereby preventing the formation of dryness. Foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids are sardines, tuna, cold water fish, flax seeds, walnuts etc.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
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Yardwork roof hacks help Atlanta homeowners take the right steps around their yards to prevent damage to their roofs. Don't think what you do on the ground will affect the top of your home? By investing time around your yard, you can indeed keep your roof from incurring wear and tear and damage that's costly to repair. Here's what you can do:
- Keep trees trimmed. Perhaps one of the most effective yardwork roof hacks of all, out-of-control trees whose branches loom over your roof are more likely to break off during a storm and puncture the roof. Once there's a hole in the roof, even a tiny one, moisture starts its insidious path underneath the shingles, where it will wreak havoc on the wood structure, attic insulation and more. Preventing moisture and mold from accessing the home is the roof's primary function. So keep tree limbs trimmed and you can help avoid damage.
- Clean gutters. Gutters that are free of leaves and debris play a key role in the health of your home's roof. You see, when the gutter system is working properly, it ensures proper drainage of water away from the roof and the home's foundation. If the gutters become clogged, it will promote the backflow of water, increasing the likelihood that the roof or attic will incur water damage. Gutters also keep moisture away from the foundation, where it would otherwise enter the basement or crawl space and lead to mold growth.
- Maintain a clean yard. Picking up small branches after a storm and putting items like bikes and chairs away keep your yard looking nice. But the action also helps protect your roof. In strong storms, high winds can cause debris to become airborne, which could puncture a window or the roof.
These yardwork roof hacks are not only designed to keep your yard looking great, but also to help prevent damage to the roof by keeping moisture from infiltrating the home. For more information about roof tips and tricks, contact Findlay Roofing today!
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Fintech providers could pose a real threat to banks within five years, according to new research which shows that by 2020 half of consumers expect to use a technology outfit for at least one service their bank would usually provide.
The research - from TransferWise, one of the firms hoping to cash in on the changing landscape - suggests that while the much hyped fintech explosion is yet to truly disrupt banking, it is on the cusp of the mainstream, providing people with a genuine alternative to banks.
Of more than 9000 people surveyed in Europe, Asia Pacific and North America, 32% have already used a fintech alternative to traditional providers for some service - be it payments, lending, wealth management.
In five years’ time, 48% of respondents expect to use a technology provider for at least one service their bank would usually provide, while 32% expect to use a technology provider for half or more of their financial needs.
Taavet Hinrikus, CEO, TransferWise, says: "In five years’ time, some parts of the sector will be almost universally controlled by non-banks; other parts will be a mix. The most important result will be the true democratisation of finance. The nature of the current “bundled” model of banking is fundamentally unfair. But this is changing - and the consumer will benefit."
Similar research published in December by EY of 10,131 digitally active consumers in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK and the US, found that 15.5% have used at least two fintech services — defined as financial services products developed by non-bank, non-insurance, online companies — in the past six months. EY expects this number to double over the course of the coming year.
The TransferWise research shows that older people are less likely to trust technology providers to handle their financial needs, although even among over 55s, only a third of respondents say that nothing would motivate them to use the upstart rivals ahead of their banks.
The most common experience of using a technology provider to date for a financial service is for payments in-store, with 15% having used something like Apple Pay or Android Pay. Meanwhile, 12% have used a technology provider for international payments, six per cent for a loan, and four per cent for personal investments or wealth management.
Asked what would prompt them to switch to tech provider, 34% of those quizzed say a more secure service than banks offer; 29% better cost than banks; 26% better convenience; and 18% better customer service.
Read the full report here.
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Discover the ideal blend of style and safety with our expansive range of kids sunglasses. From classic Aviator frames to whimsical Cateye designs, our sunglasses for kids prioritize UV protection without skimping on fashion. Whether your young one is an aspiring pilot or a budding fashionista, you'll find the perfect pair that ticks all the boxes. Let's jump right in!
When it comes to setting trends and making a statement, aviator sunglasses for kids are the go-to choice. Originating from pilot eyewear, these frames have made their mark across generations. With their broad lens coverage and iconic design, Aviator sunglasses are perfect for a day at the beach or an outdoor family event. Parents can feel reassured knowing they are as practical as they are stylish, offering essential UV protection.
Looking for something playful and distinctive? cateye sunglasses for kids are the epitome of whimsical style. These frames add an imaginative touch to any outfit and are excellent for children who love standing out. Ideal for both family photos and everyday wear, these Cateye Sunglasses combine style and protection, shielding your child's eyes from harmful UV rays and ensuring they look fabulous.
Oval shape sunglasses are the subtle fashion-forward choice, suitable for almost all face shapes. They offer a balanced and harmonious look, making them versatile for any casual outing. Additionally, the rounded edges are less intrusive for active kids, providing comfort along with eye protection. Consider oval sunglasses for kids as the balanced choice that harmonizes style and practicality effortlessly.
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A pumpkin pie’s velvety smooth pie filling and buttery crust makes it a worthy addition to your Thanksgiving dessert spread. If you’re an avid baker, treating your loved ones to a homemade pie is an act of love. If you’re not a baker, buying a store bought pie is a sweet substitute. (It’s the thought that counts, after all!) But while ready-made pumpkin pies are popular as a no-stress holiday dessert solution, a couple of simple tricks can turn an ordinary pumpkin pie into two extraordinary desserts that taste like you spent hours baking.
How To Make 2 Desserts Using One Pumpkin Pie
In her TikTok (@macy.blackwell), blogger Macy Blackwell demonstrates how to make nine mini pumpkin pies and 22 white chocolate-covered truffles from one store bought pie. She uses a round cookie cutter to shape the pies, while the truffles are made with a potato masher. The mini pies are a light, portion-controlled dessert for adult guests: and the truffles are ideal for kids who love a hands-on sweet treat. Remember that pre-made pies come in eight- to 10-inch sizes, so you’ll need an extra pie or two for a larger crowd. You can also try this hack on sweet potato pie (because its creamy filling is similar to pumpkin pie filling). Prepare these desserts ahead of time to stay in the stress-free zone. Here are Blackwell’s steps for taking a store bought pumpkin pie to the next level:
Mini Pumpkin Pies
- Insert a small round cookie cutter into the pie until it reaches the bottom of the crust. Gently lift and place mini pumpkin pie onto a serving plate.
- Repeat until all mini pies are formed. Place in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
- Dollop whipped cream onto each pie and serve.
White Chocolate-Covered Pumpkin Pie Truffles
- Mash up the leftover pie in a bowl and roll into one-inch balls.
- Freeze on a parchment paper lined baking sheet for 10 minutes.
- Dip the balls into melted white chocolate. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before the chocolate firms up.
- Stick back in the freezer until ready to serve.
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These sweet Thanksgiving treats prove that baking homemade desserts from scratch isn’t a holiday requirement. Simply use a ready-made pumpkin pie to impress your Thanksgiving guests and end the meal on a sweet note. Looking for more sugary inspiration? Take a look at these pecan-pie inspired desserts that will convince you to ditch your pie tin!
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About the rivers
Rises in Black Fell Moss, Mallerstang, on the high ground between High Seat, Yorkshire Dales and Hugh Seat. Here it forms the boundary between the counties of Cumbria and North Yorkshire. Two other great rivers arise in the same peat bogs here, within a kilometre of each other: the River Swale and River Ure.
The steep-sided dale of Mallerstang later opens out to become the Vale of Eden. The river flows through Kirkby Stephen and Appleby-in-Westmorland, and receives the water of many becks flowing off the Pennines to the east, and longer rivers from the Lakes off to the west, including the River Lyvennet, River Leith and River Eamont, which arrives via Ullswater and Penrith.
Continuing north, it passes close to the ancient stone circle known as Long Meg and Her Daughters and through the vale of Cumbria on the Solway Plain.
Is a river in the Lake District of the county of Cumbria The name Derwent is derived from a Celtic word for "oak trees".
The river rises at Styhead Tarn underneath Scafell Pike and flows in a northerly direction through the valley of Borrowdale, before continuing through Derwentwater, giving the lake its name.
The Derwent then continues into Bassenthwaite Lake, picking up the waters of the River Greta just outside Keswick.
Beyond Bassenthwaite Lake the river flows westwards through the Isel Valley, before leaving the Lake District National Park just before reaching Cockermouth.
Another tributary is the River Cocker, which joins the Derwent at Cockermouth, through which the Derwent flows after exiting the Lake District on its now westerly course. After leaving Cockermouth, the river flows by Papcastle where a Roman fort bears the name of the river.
The river flows into the Irish Sea at Workington
The river is formed at Wath, in Cumbria, at the confluence of Sandwath Beck and Weasdale Beck. It then passes the remnants of a Roman fort near Low Borrowbridge at the foot of Borrowdale, and flows through south Cumbria, meeting the Irish Sea at Plover Scar near Lancaster, after a total journey of about 44 miles.
The valley of the Lune has three parts. The northern part between its source and Tebay is called Lunesdale. Below this is the spectacular Lune Gorge. Below the gorge, the valley broadens out into Lonsdale.
Bridges over the Lune include the Devil's Bridge near Kirkby Lonsdale and the Lune Millennium Bridge in Lancaster. The Lune is now tidal only below Skerton Weir in Lancaster
The river Eden at Eden Lacy
There are numerous other rivers and becks in Cumbria of which we will describe in time, such as Ure, Swale, Egremont.
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Are you looking for Examples Of Systeme Io? …
Are you searching for a sincere Systeme.io evaluation, and can’t pick between Clickfunnels, Kartra, Kajabi, Builderall, or Groovefunnels?
Or possibly you’re paying too much for a handful of software and email marketing tools, and you need alternatives?
No matter which case, it can be a genuine pain to run your online organization with too many tools. And the costs build up rapidly if you have actually begun to grow your company.
But here’s the concern: is it the ideal tool for you? Stay tuned to discover, or see my systeme.io review video listed below if you do not feel like reading!
That we can get paid when individuals buy our product or service through our sales funnel so to do that what we’re going to do is browse up to the top right hand corner and click here then merely come down to settings and here what you desire to do is take the time to fill out your profile details then as soon as you have actually done that simply navigate over to account settings and under sub domain what we desire to do is include our service name or our personal brand name now this depends on what you’re using system.io for now for the purpose of this tutorial what we’re going to do is use our business name which is cindio media and so we desire to make sure that our sub domain in our url is branded properly so we’re going to go ahead and add our organization name and then when you’ve included your personal brand or your service name come down and make sure that the time zone date format and time format is appropriate and then just click conserve fine now that we have actually done that what we desire to do is navigate over to payment gateways and then take the time to connect stripe and connect paypal it’s a very straightforward procedure to connect both these payment gateways and this is going to allow you to collect payments when your customers buy through your sales funnel so go ahead and take the time to set up those two payment entrances and then we have other settings down here that we’re not going to cover in this tutorial alright so as soon as you’ve taken the time to set up your account what we want to do is browse back to control panel by navigating to control panel and clicking main control panel okay now before we go ahead and create a sales funnel what we desire to do is browse over to products and sales
he Systeme.io software and functions make it simple to develop sales funnels, run an affiliate program, host webinars and so much more. For those looking for an economical Clickfunnels alternative, Systeme.io deserves thinking about.
moving our companies online however one huge problem that much of our audiences and clients face is the frustrating number of paid tools and software application that they need in order to effectively run their companies online for instance to launch your company online you need a sales or a site funnel so you can begin producing website traffic and eventually sales likewise to continue engaging structure relationships and driving sales with your audience you require to get started with e-mail marketing activities and to build a membership website or to sell online courses you require a dynamic platform that can handle all these online activities for your service now just recently we found an all-in-one marketing platform that allows you to take part in all the online organization activities that we mentioned above totally for free this impressive tool is called system.io hello men spirit here welcome back to this channel and if it’s your first time here then thanks for joining me now today i’m going to guide you through how you can produce a sales funnel totally free utilizing system dot io i will likewise share how you can merely use this one complimentary tool to run your whole business online even if you have absolutely no technical skills this tool will work for you fine so simply quickly prior to we launch into system.io consider subscribing if you haven’t done so currently or if you’re new to this channel which way you’ll stay updated with actionable videos and tutorials designed to equip you with the skills understanding and tools to assist your small company thrive online and without having no out the way let’s go ahead and dive into this all-in-one marketing platform fine so before we dive into this system.io tutorial it is very important to keep in mind that this video is a sponsored video so the group at system.io reached out to us and asked if we could develop a sponsored video about this powerful tool now we did a bunch of research to recognize if this tool is extremely important for small busines
With many small companies falling under shambles prior to even discovering their feet, our creator Aurelian Amacker devised the ideal service. He developed a system to guarantee that even the tiniest of companies have a possibility at success.
All you have to do is send visitors to our website, and we’ll convert them into customers.
You make 60% on the quantity of all sales of systeme.io and our courses before tax.
This is a life time affiliation: The contacts you refer us are tagged with your affiliate ID in the database.
However no feature is neglected, everything is unlocked from the start which is fantastic!
And with the free trial, it’s completely possible to manage one whole online business which is crazy.
Due to the fact that all you really need is e-mail automation, landing pages, a sales funnel, perhaps subscription websites, and the possibility to take payments.
You’ll grow out of the free plan though, and the next step is the startup prepare for $27/month which is an awesome offer.
Required webinars in your business? Then the $47/month plan is what you need. This is still way cheaper than the options, in fact, it’s half the cost.
I have a tough time seeing that anyone would need the enterprise prepare for $97/ month.
Systeme.io has a funnel home builder that’s fantastic to use, and it takes a lot of inspiration from Clickfunnels, which is arguable the best funnel home builder on the market.
I have actually checked a great deal of funnel and page home builders and this one is easy to use, tidy in looks, and best of all, not slow at all.
Compared to Kartra, another all-in-one marketing software, the page home builder at systeme.io is blazing quickly, making it a breeze to produce anything.
And if you develop a lot of optin pages and A/B split test pages, you’ll appreciate this function a lot!
Producing full-on sales funnels with several pages and steps is likewise incredibly easy with an excellent overview of the whole process.
There are a lots of pre-made templates to utilize, so even if you’re a beginner you’ll find something that fits your needs.
The page contractor is drag and drop, click and see what you get, absolutely no coding is required.
Desire to slap on a total subscription portal? Well, that’s simple as well and in fact, you get one subscription website even on the complimentary strategy of systeme.io!
Systeme recently revamped the membership portal style and it looks great.
You can set up courses in writing and with videos, and the videos are hosted on Systeme.io also, or just link to unlisted YouTube videos for ease of use.
While most of the reviews that Systeme io users have actually shared appear excellent, which has put the tool on a five-star level, there are still some considerable cons along the function it provides that have put it on a pedestal of critics.
Third-party combinations aren’t readily available. It is not possible to combine Systeme io with the use of a specific tool or program.
Those who don’t require all of the platform abilities might discover them to be ineffective.
Systeme io does not have the advanced capabilities that you typically get with standalone programs.
You may also not have the ability to modify every feature of the software application in the method you like because of the system’s very constrained design versatility, particularly for an all-around funnel home builder.
The email builder is not well advanced and enhanced like other tools like Amber.
You understand how the saying goes that “whatever has a benefit, does have some downsides too”.
Systeme io, however, has actually made a good name for itself due to the fact that its pros exceed and beat its cons.
Below is my sincere review of this fantastic tool offered by Aurelien Amacker.
Systeme.io’s all-in-one marketing platform is a wonderful deal that’s challenging to decline when you take into account all of the advantages you receive in addition to its reasonable rates.
Since the alternatives like Clickfunnels, GrooveFunnels, Podia, Kajabi, and others expense 3– 10 times as much to attain the exact same task, novices may not completely value the crazy value this SaaS platform deals.
However beyond the extremely inexpensive rate which is pegged at an annual plan of $246 as of the period this evaluation was composed, the functions it supplies are as excellent or perhaps greater than these other SaaS platforms.
With its less expensive rate, you get to conserve more cash that might be utilized to produce other successful content, obtain more possessions, or buy ads that will ultimately increase your company’s incomes.
Scaling is helped with by dynamic automation of numerous business operations.
The good news is that Systeme io has lots of marketing automation choices.
With this feature, you can automate a range of jobs using Systeme io, including lead generation, task management, interaction, and the launch of an online service.
You can make use of the platform to start a series of emails or even release a brand-new online course for customers.
With this in place, you will be able to supply excellent customer care in much less time as a result.
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AT TIME OF PICK-UP
IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD AT TIME OF PICK-UP THERE IS A $75.00 PROCESSING FEE.
IF PAYING BY CASH AT TIME OF PICK UP THERE IS NO FEE.
Deposits protect you and me. Your deposit guarantees you get the puppy you want and placed the deposit on is held for you and you will be taking home for your family. Deposits are not transferrable to another puppy or litter at any time. To hold a puppy, I require a portion of the puppy's price as a down payment.
Why are Deposits Non-Refundable?
When you place a deposit on a puppy, I stop advertising that puppy. While your deposit is holding the puppy, other people aren't given a chance to buy that puppy because it is being held exclusively for you.
If you decide you no longer want the puppy, I have to spend time re-listing and advertising and trying to re-sell the puppy. As puppies get older, it is harder to sell them. People who are in the market for a new puppy are generally looking for a young puppy. While I have been holding the puppy for you, it has gotten older, and it will be harder for me to sell the puppy which means the puppy may not be placed in a new home at a time that would be easiest on the puppy. Older puppies have a harder time because they have already learned my “house rules” and must now re-learn their new owner’s rules. It simply isn’t fair to the puppy and, any way you look at it, I lose time and money when someone backs out of a purchase and it’s not good for the puppy or me so that is why deposits are non-refundable.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Credit cards and cash excepted! The deposit to hold the puppy is $500.00 non-refundable along with Our Processing fee of $25. Cash deposits have zero processing fee
At pick up we accept cash or Credit Cards. If you choose Credit Card there will be a processing Fee of $75. If you are paying cash, there will be no fees.
Please take a minute to read over the rules about puppy pick-ups!
Does the deposit go towards the purchase price or is it in addition to the price listed on your website?
The deposit goes towards the purchase price of your puppy. For example, you purchase a puppy for $2000. You pay the $500 deposit to reserve that puppy for your family. When it is time to pick up your puppy you would pay $1500 (cash at pick will avoid processing fees).
You may purchase only one puppy every 90 days. This helps us to prevent breeders from breeding puppies of the same litter together.
What type of guarantee do you give?
I provide a Guarantee per the Florida State Pet Laws. You can view my Guarantee, You will get a copy of this Guarantee, signed by me, as well as a Bill of Sale, Florida Health Certificate and all medical records for your Cockapoo puppy. Please read over the Guarantee before you place your nonrefundable deposit.
Do you or can you provide veterinarian references?
Yes, I will gladly give you the name and telephone number of my veterinarian to check references but please be fairly certain I am the breeder for you with a Cockapoo puppy you want before asking for this info. I do not want my veterinarian to be deluged with unnecessary requests. Thank you.
Do you microchip your Cockapoo Puppies?
Yes we do. This is a permanent form of identification and allows your dog to be reunited with you if he/she is lost or stolen. Even if your dog loses his collar, he will still have a microchip because it is implanted under his skin and cannot be removed without surgery. Once you get your puppy home you will be able to register the microchip in your name. I will provide all documentation for you to get this done as quickly as when you have a name for your puppy.
If you are not breeding the puppy proof of spay or neuter will be required by the time the puppy is 8 months of age. If you do not spay or neuter the Breeder retains the right to confiscate the puppy.
If you do not wish to spay or neuter, you must purchase the puppy under the breeding rights whether you breed or not. By doing so allows you to not spay or neuter the animal. Breeding rights require a higher fee. If you require more information regarding the breeding fees, please contact the breeder.
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- Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl and mix.
- Combine remaining ingredients to make dressing.
- Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and mix well.
- If this is going to sit a while before serving, I suggest you wait to add the bacon until just before you serve to keep the bacon crisp.
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CEO & Founder @ Refocus, EdTech enthusiast, investor, mentor, and marketing expert.
According to consumer research by Google statistics, less than 40% of marketers use consumer research to drive decisions. This is a rather disappointing fact because neglecting market research risks, at the very least, a wasted budget and, at most, a ruined reputation. One of the key founders’ mistakes when entering new markets is to become subjectivized and generalized in consumer research.
Don’t want to waste time and money on implementing the wrong activities? In this case, detailed customer research is crucial. Since my company conducts a deep study of each market we enter, I know the common challenges entrepreneurs face as well as strategies to overcome them.
Forewarned is forearmed, so let's figure out how to prevent mistakes in customer research.
1. Low Conversion Rate Of The Respondent Funnel
The first challenge of customer research is to motivate respondents to help you. The methods of finding respondents differ from country to country, so one of the reasons why your response funnel may be small is that you chose the wrong survey distribution channel.
For example, in the Philippines, posts on social networks work well, so you should use this to your advantage. You can do something like create a promotional post with a survey and target it to the audience segment you're interested in. In order to involve the audience, use a system of rewards like certificates to local stores.
But in places like Indonesia, finding respondents through social networks is less effective; word-of-mouth works better. Realizing this, you can collect a base through respondents' friends. I've found that rewards like money for gasoline, as locals often have to travel by bike, work well.
2. Loss Of Key Ideas Caused By The Translation
If the respondents do not speak English and the entire session is translated from the local language, a lot of insights could be missed. This happens when speakers use local phraseology and native jokes.
This is a fairly common problem for companies entering the Indonesian market; the adoption of English in Indonesian society is not very high. To avoid losing valuable insights from the research during translation, carefully brief the interpreter. I always emphasize that word-for-word translation is needed, and if the respondent uses slang, be sure to have them explain in as much detail as possible what it means.
3. Respondents Understate Or Fail To Give A Rational Estimate
One more difficulty that companies face during customer research is respondents' irrational evaluation of certain situations and the value of products and services. In some countries, it is difficult for customers to assess, for example, their need for a product from one to 10. Since everything is entirely subjective, some overestimate this need and inflate the rating, while others underestimate it almost to zero. This, by the way, is also an important point; sometimes respondents may not see the halftones and give either a 10 or a zero as if there were no other marks on the scale.
To receive an objective estimation, ask more specifying questions and provide examples. For example, 10 is a matter of life and death, and zero is nothing at all.
4. Difficulties In Getting Insights During The Interview
Even if you've designed a survey accurately, are working with a qualified translator and have found engaged respondents, it's no guarantee that you will receive insightful answers. Not because respondents don't want to help you or want to lie, but because in some mindsets, it's not acceptable to criticize. I came across this during research in the Philippines. The answers of customers there are often vague, and the people themselves like to smooth things over. In this case, my company used the technique of repeating a question several times.
Usually, after the third time we asked the same question but in a quite different way, many respondents opened up and told the truth. It is also important to create a safe environment for people to discuss problems with the product, relieving them of the feeling that they could offend the company's workers. Small talk at the beginning of a conversation helps to create a safe, trusting environment. Interact with the respondents as new friends, ask about their children and hobbies and find something you have in common. This will make them feel more comfortable with you.
5. Purely Business Communication With Respondents
Even if during the customer research interview the respondent clearly understands why everyone is there, it is still important to maintain friendly communication.
If after the survey, the respondent calls you for coffee or followed you on Instagram, that means you've created the friendliest possible atmosphere in the study. Is it worth keeping in touch with the respondent? If you consider the respondent not only from the position of getting information but as an interesting, unique person, the communication process is significantly enriched.
For instance, one day a respondent wrote to us after a survey and continued communicating in a friendly tone. We decided to support this communication, and it was a highly beneficial decision. Apart from talking about life, from time to time we shared product improvements and asked for feedback. This person, who understands the market and the target audience's behaviors, gave us valuable advice and helped us work with our client's requests even more accurately.
Customer research is an integral part of entering a new market. And the quality of the information you receive, the success of your product and the financial metrics of your company all depend on how easily you can meet the challenges along the way. Therefore, ensure that you are aware of the cultural specifics of the market you are entering, brief the translator in detail and take care not only to create a friendly atmosphere during the survey itself but also to maintain it afterward.
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Determining the cost of each creation depends on the following factors:
4. Number of colours
5. Type of colours
The pricing formula is simple: Materials + Labour. Different types of wood vary substantially in price and complex work can be time consuming, but I will work with you in the design phase to create your perfect piece while staying within your budget. I can be as much or as little a part of the design process as you'd like. The design and consultation is free.
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Judge Otto Kerner dedicated the cornerstone for the Medical Clinic and Survey Building of the Suburban Cook County Tuberculosis Sanitarium District (7556 Jackson Blvd.) on Sept. 15, 1957.
Designed by Lundsrom & Skubic, Chicago engineers, the two-story, reinforced-concrete structure has an aluminum exterior skin with porcelain panes and continuous thermopane windows. Always used as an office, without housing, it is now the administrative headquarters of the Cook County Department of Public Health and also has offices for Communicable Disease.
Otto Kerner served as Governor of Illinois from 1961 to 1969. He was appointed by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1967 to chair the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (the Kerner Commision), which was a milestone in American civil rights. Kerner’s assessment at the time, “Our nation is moving toward two societies, one black, one white — separate and unequal.” The bestselling, 426-page report, identified the root of economic and social inequalities as bigotry and injustice caused by racism when it came out in early 1968.
Martin Luther King Jr. praised the findings: “We must guarantee that in this richest society in history, the poor, too, can find comfort and security and decent jobs and respect. It is time to re-order our national priorities. If we as a society fail, I fear we will learn very shortly that racism is a sickness unto death.”
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Prominent & Leading Manufacturer from Ahmedabad, we offer acrylic magazine stand.
Acrylic Magazine Stand
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Ms parporat matt finished stand Established as a Sole Proprietorship firm in the year 2008, we “Fortunate Office Solutions” are a leading Manufacturer of a wide range of Dynamic Board, Flip Chart Board, etc. Situated in Ahmedabad (Gujarat, India), we have constructed a wide and well functional infrastructural unit that plays an important role in the growth of our company. We offer these products at reasonable rates and deliver these within the promised time-frame. Under the headship of “Mr. Ramesh Karotra” (Owner), we have gained a huge clientele across the nation.
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Address: 881 Interstate 45 South
15+ Acres With Double Road Frontage On Interstate 45 (I-45) Southbound Service Road North Of State Hwy 19 Interchange In Huntsville City Limits & 2 Driveways With Access Off The Service Road. Cell Tower On Property & Lease Is Negotiable. Tax Record Has The Wooded West Tract (869 I-45) In The Unrestricted Reserve Of The King Addition As Single Family Farm & Ranch Use with ~330 Ft Of Road Frontage. East Tract (881 I-45) Has ~166 Ft Of Road Frontage, Barns, Riding Arena, & Old Home With Well & Septic. Property Is In Ag Exemption. 2021 TxDot Traffic Count: 50,339 Cars/Day Pass The Property On I-45 & 2,290 Cars Pass On The Service Road. 12” City Water Line In Front Of The Property. 10” City Main Sewer Line Between The West Tract & Toyota Dealer. Power Line Easements Along The Western & Eastern Borders of The Property Provide Electricity To Both Tracts. Toyota Dealership Is Next Door. Ford Dealership & Memorial Hospital Are Down The Road. Close To Elkins Lake Community & Texas Grand Ranch.
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LOS ANGELES - A campaign stop in Venice nearly got messy for Larry Elder.
As gubernatorial candidates scrambled across California to make their case just days before the Recall Election, Elder made a quick stop to Venice.
Unfortunately for the conservative talk show host, the Venice stop didn't go smoothly. Elder was taunted and heckled by bystanders in the area.
At one point, someone threw an egg at Elder during the Venice visit, missing the candidate. The near-messy situation prompted Elder and his team to leave the area.
During a visit to Northridge, Elder later told FOX 11's Phil Shuman he was not overly surprised by the way people in Venice reacted to the candidate's visit.
"I've been down to Skid Row," Elder said. "People are frustrated. People are angry."
Elder added he understands their frustration.
"Many of them are mentally ill. They've been trained and taught that anybody who is Black, who's got a ‘R’ at the end of their name is a villain… that's what the left has done. They've divided this country," Elder told Shuman.
Following his Northridge visit, Elder took to social media revealing that someone allegedly shot the candidate's security detail with a pellet gun before leaving Los Angeles. He also claimed the campaign team was under attack and someone threw projectiles at them.
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Global stock markets were mixed on Tuesday as investors awaited Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen's testimony to the U.S. Congress.
KEEPING SCORE: Britain's FTSE 100 fell 0.8 percent to 7,308 and the CAC40 of France lost 0.3 percent to 5,152. But Germany's DAX climbed 0.1 percent to 12,461. Wall Street looked set for a lackluster start with Dow and S&P 500 futures both 0.1 percent lower.
YELLEN FACTOR: Traders are looking ahead to potential news out of the Federal Reserve when Yellen addresses Congress on Wednesday and Thursday. Investors will look for clues as to how aggressively the Fed will continue to raise rates and start to unwind its big bond-buying stimulus program. The latest U.S. economic reports, particularly for jobs, have been upbeat.
PAGE TURNER: In corporate news, shares in London-based publisher Pearson fell a sharp 6 percent after the company said it would sell another 22 percent stake in Penguin Random House. That will leave it with only 25 percent, to the 75 percent stake of Germany's Bertelsmann. Investors seem concerned that Pearson is losing control of a valuable unit in the longer-term.
ASIA'S DAY: Japan's Nikkei 225 index gained 0.6 percent to 20,195.48 on expectations the yen will weaken further against the dollar as the central bank strives to keep long-term bond yields low. Hong Kong's Hang Seng added 1.5 percent to 25,877.64. The Kospi in South Korea climbed 0.6 percent to 2,396.00 while Australia's S&P ASX 200 edged 0.1 percent higher to 5,728.90. The Shanghai Composite index yoyo'd and eventually ended the day down 0.3 percent at 3,203.04, while shares in Southeast Asia were mixed.
ENERGY: Benchmark U.S. crude fell 45 cents to $43.95 a barrel in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. It added 17 cents to settle at $44.40 a barrel on Monday. Brent crude, used to price international oils, lost 48 cents to $46.40 a barrel.
CURRENCIES: The dollar rose to 114.32 from 114.04 yen late Monday. The euro slipped to $1.1395 from $1.1400.
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Deputies locate missing endangered woman in Anderson Co.
PIEDMONT, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office said they have safely located a missing endangered woman.
Amanda Cheryl Spence was last seen along Tripp Road in Piedmont Wednesday morning, according to deputies.
Spence was believed to be in a 2001 silver Ford Taurus with a license plate that reads: 7154QQ.
Deputies said Spence has been found and is safe.
Copyright 2022 WHNS. All rights reserved.
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Australian Smith stages another 67 at US Women’s Open
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) Sarah Jane Smith outpaced the thunderstorms and the rest of the field at the U.S. Women's Open.
The Australian extended her lead to four strokes after a second straight 5-under 67 Friday at Shoal Creek. Smith got her round in before a 2-hour, 49-minute delay caused by thunderstorms, weather that ultimately forced play to be halted with a little daylight left.
Now, she enters the weekend leading a major championship, unfamiliar territory, but also with 36 holes down. Other contenders like Thailand's Ariya Jutanugarn still must finish Round 2, which will be completed on Saturday with the low 60 scorers plus ties making the cut. Half the field didn't finish the round.
Smith is at 10-under 134 heading into the weekend after failing to make the cut in five of her previous six U.S. Women's Open tries.
''I haven't been in the position before, I but I hope to show up like it's another day,'' Smith said. ''I'm happy with the way I'm playing. I feel comfortable on the greens which has been something that has been a little bit off lately. So it's nice to be able to feel like I'm seeing the greens really well and seeing some putts go in. Hopefully that keeps going.''
Smith has staged a strong comeback after having missed the cut in five straight LPGA Tour events this year, even switching back to an old set of clubs
She opened the day in a three-way tie atop the leaderboard with Jutanugarn and Korean Jeongeun6 Lee.
Jutanugarn had an opening birdie to move to 6 under through eight holes. Lee fell back to 2 under with a second-day 75. Korean-born Su-Hyun Oh shot 68 and is also 6 under.
Smith has played 5-under on the back nine holes each of the first two days and settled for par on the front. She had a 29-hole bogey-free streak end with a three-putt on No. 8 - she started on the 10th tee - a rare mistake for her at the midway point.
Duane Smith, his wife's caddie since qualifying school, could only compare her current play with a clutch Futures Tour performance to earn her Tour card a decade ago.
''She's playing so good,'' Duane Smith said. ''Maybe years ago when she won the last event on the Futures Tour to get a card at the end of 2008. She had to win to get her card and she did and she opened up that nine holes, I think, 7-under on the front nine and then led the whole way. She played great that whole week but this is something totally different.''
Oh, who was born in Korea but moved to Australia at age 8, had an eagle on the par-4 15th hole. She is still chasing Smith, along with everyone else.
''We were looking at the leaderboard saying Sarah is very greedy, just taking all the birdies,'' Oh said.
The course had taken heavy rains during the week, raising concerns about the course's condition, but the sun held out for most of the tournament's first two days. Play only continued for about an hour after the delay.
''It's weird because it's playing longer because it's so soft but so hot so the irons are going really far,'' Oh said. ''So it's just hard to guess and it swirls a lot within the trees so it's just really difficult clubbing.''
Defending champion Sung Hyun Park finished 9 over after a 76 and 77, which would be well below the projected cut line. Stacy Lewis, the 2012 player of the year, is among a big group just above the cut line at 4 over (through eight holes).
Sitting at 3 under after a 68, Spain's Carlotta Ciganda said she was surprised to see any one at double-digits under par like Smith.
''I think at the end of the four days not many people will be there because it always happen in the U.S. Open,'' Ciganda said. ''I'm not too worried. I'm just trying to play my game, follow my strategy and try to hit fairways and greens and I think there can be a few good scores but not many.''
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When a key employee leaves an organisation, how can you protect against competitive activity, (mis)use of confidential information and damage to the organisation’s reputation?
Expert trainer and lawyer Selwyn Blyth will look at the options available when a settlement agreement offers an opportunity to negotiate protection to safeguard confidential information and relationships with clients, suppliers and employees.
Training course outline
- Restate existing restrictions on competitive activity – or introduce new ones?
- “Reasonable” protection for “legitimate business interests”: what does this mean?
- Pros & cons of different types of restriction (non-compete, non-solicitation, non-dealing, non-poaching)
- Confidential information: what is a “trade secret” (and what is not)?
- Limitations on the use of confidentiality clauses (particularly relating to allegations of harassment, whistleblowing)
- Reporting issues to a regulator
- Technical requirements of a valid settlement agreement
Our interactive, virtual format allows delegates to have mini-discussions in break-out rooms as well as provide an opportunity for active participation. Please note this session will not be recorded.
The price per delegate for each half-day session is £75.00 plus VAT. Reserve one place at two courses for £140 plus VAT or all three courses for £200.00 plus VAT.
Click here to read more about the training courses we offer.
This year’s virtual HRLaw training programme also includes:
Thursday 17 June: Third party harassment: what is this and how to respond effectively
Tuesday 9 November: Fostering a speak up culture: whistleblowing, compliance and beyond
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E-942FC-1K3SQ Seco-Larm Weatherproof Electromagnetic Gate Lock with 1,200-lb (544kg) Holding Force, Includes a Magnetic Lock with Brackets for Armature and Magnet
Out of stockContact an Expert
NOTE: Order Before 3:00pm EST on a week day and your order will be shipped out the same day
Free shipping with in the USA including Puerto Rico, Hawaii and Alaska
ATTENTION: Before purchasing, it is recommended that the customer checks with their local fire authority to see if there is any additional product they may need in order to comply with the local fire codes. We are not responsible for the improper installation of our product(s) or any type of fees that can be incurred by not complying with your local fire authority.
This PRODUCT has a 2 YEAR warranty with full access to tech support in the USA!
Electromagnetic Gate Lock with brackets for armature and magnet.
The E-942FC-1K3SQ is primarily designed for swinging gates.
- For most types of outdoor sliding and swinging electric gates
- Includes a magnetic lock with brackets for armature and magnet
- Can be welded or bolted directly to gate
- Brackets are zinc-plated for corrosion resistance
- Black finish to match most gates
- Waterproof (IP67) and vandal-resistant attractive stainless-steel finish
- Maintenance-free, factory-sealed design
- Fail-safe operation (releases if power is removed)
- Mount vertically or horizontally
- Four knockouts on junction box
- Adapter and mounting hardware included
- Face mount
Specifications & Packaging
- Holding Force: 1,200-lb (544kg)
- Operating Voltage: 12VDC or 24VDC
- Current Draw: 500mA@12VDC, 250mA@24VDC
- Operating Temperature: 14º~131ºF (-10º~55ºC)
- Certification: cUL, UL, CE, RoHS (magnetic lock only)
- Maglock & Armature Weight (Approx.): 11-lb (5kg)
- Bracket Weight (Approx.): 4.6-lb (2.1kg)
- Weight: 15.9-lb (7.75kg)
All files are in PDF format. To download the file click on the link and a page will be open in a different window with the “DOWNLOAD” button. When you click the button a pop up will show up with a checkbox field, to verify you are human, mark the checkbox and the PDF file will start to download.
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Design a Logo for a local IT business
- État: Closed
- Prix: $40
- Propositions reçues: 58
- Gagnant: Abivenkat
Résumé du concours
I have a Local IT business in the Netherlands and I am looking for a new logo.
My company is Called: "321computers.nl" so that should off course be included in the logo somewhere.
The services I offer are:
IT service for businesses
IT service for individuals
The logo should be simple and strong so please impress me.
Commentaire de l'employeur
“She did a great job with my logo. Would for sure hire here again if I need something.”
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Dental implants are considered by most dentists to be the longest-lasting, most durable, and most attractive replacements for missing teeth. By replacing the root of a missing tooth as well as the crown, implants are the closest restoration to a natural tooth. The American Academy of Implant Dentistry has stated that implants are the “next best thing to healthy, natural teeth.” Rooted in your jaw, implants are unlikely to need replacement in your lifetime!
The implant itself looks like a small screw, and it functions as the foundation for beautiful dental restorations. Implants securely attach restorations of all sizes to the jaw, from single crowns to bridges, to dentures. These restorations are generally made from ceramic or another biocompatible material and are matched to your teeth so they blend right in.
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Dr. Gordon will attach an abutment to the implant with a screw. The permanent crown is then attached to the dental implant, filling the space that was left in the mouth. The crown is made to look like a natural tooth and match your natural tooth shade. After the crown in placed and secured, a period of time is needed in order for healing to occur to make sure the dental implant will hold for a lifetime.
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Unfortunately, not everyone is a candidate for dental implants. For an implant to take hold, a candidate must have proper bone density and have a strong immune system. If you are an adult in good health, you may be a good candidate for implants. The best way to know for sure is to schedule an implant consultation with Dr. Gordon. In all cases, dental implants require strict oral hygiene and are not recommended for smokers. Like any restoration, implants require diligent oral hygiene and proper care to ensure they last a long time. According to a study by the Academy for Oral Implantology in Austria, implants have a 97 percent success rate.
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A girl's disappearance in a small town leads to a disturbing pattern.
The hunt for a kidnapper reveals a conspiracy unlike anything seen in the small town of Odessa, Texas. Notes left for investigators claim to be from the kidnapper, taunting them along the way and mentioning one former detective by name, Miriam Sandoval. Miriam is then enlisted to help crack the case, but what she finds results in more troubling questions, including dead suspects who aren't working alone. Leaks soon compromise the case, and Miriam is left with the difficult decision of holding back or doing things her way. The clock is ticking, and the deadly game of a demented predator has just begun. Can Miriam solve the mystery in time, or will the missing girls suffer a tragic fate?
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Shanghai Yihai International Transportation Co., Ltd was established in 2003 based in China.
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Webinar – Drones & Dens: Using Non-Invasive Techniques to Find Wolverine Dens with Doris Hausleitner
January 28, 2021 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
KCP Winter Webinar Series
Copied from KCP page
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There was no lack of offense in this season's Capital One Orange Bowl. In fact, the team's established a new record for most yardage in a game by both teams, with 1,182 total yards. Fortunately for the Yellow Jackets, they made the most of their yards and scored seven touchdowns to defeat Mississippi State 49-34 before 58,211 fans at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens.
Thomas rushed for three touchdowns, a career night for the signal caller, and also set the new mark for most yards rushing by a quarterback in a single season. He also threw for a scoring pass in the first quarter.
"I am just so proud of these guys. They have been so resilient all year," Tech coach Paul Johnson said. "They played hard all the time. Once we got some distance in front of us, I knew we would win the game. These guys play for each other and I could not be more proud of them."
Meanwhile, Darren Waller had a career night with 114 yards receiving and Synjyn Days had over 153 yards rushing to lead the Rambling Wreck. He also scored three touchdowns on the ground.
However, the night belonged to Thomas.
"The guys around me did everything that they were responsible for," Thomas said after getting the MVP trophy. "They did the right things and were accurate in their assignments. . It was great that we all came out and accomplished the goals that we set out for ourselves."
Dak Prescott finished a story book season by going 33 of 51 for 453 yards and three scores for the Bulldogs. He played a tremendous second half, but his defense could not stop the Tech running game which proved to be too much for Hail State.
"You have to give Georgia Tech all the credit in the world. They executed their game plan and we didn't," Mississippi State head coach Dan Mullen said. "We missed some big opportunities and did not put guys in the right position to make plays. However, I like what our seniors accompliished this season and they set a new standard at Mississippi State for the future."
The Jackets broke open a 21-20 game in their first possession of the second half as Days ran around left edge and dashed 69 yards for the touchdown. That gave Georgia Tech a 28-20 lead early in the second half. They put their feet on the accelerator and never looked back. They scored on their three third quarter possessions to take control of the game.
Thomas extended the lead with a 32-yard rushing touchdown in the third quarter, on the next Tech drive, to give the Jackets a commanding 35-20 lead with 7:58 to play in the third quarter.
The Rambling Wreck caused a turnover on the game's first series as Chris Milton intercepted Prescott's second offering and three plays later Days scored from three yards out. The key play in the drive was a 14-yard run by Deon Hill to set the Jackets up with first and goal. The four-play 36-yard drive took 1:27.
On the Bulldogs next drive, Prescott had them moving down the field, but two straight incomplete passes turned the ball back over to Georgia Tech on downs and the Jackets took over on their own 32 with 9:24 to play in the first quarter.
After the team's traded punts, Thomas found Darren Waller in the end zone with a 41-yard bomb. Waller scored despite being held by Jamerson Love for the last five yards of his route. The play was Thomas' longest of the season and the first that he completed over 30 yards this season. The scoring drive was good for 9 plays covering 88 yards in 4:59. With 1:37 to play in the first quarter, the Jackets were up 14-0.
The Jackets really closed in on Prescott in the first quarter and made him uncomfortable. He finished the quarter with six yards rushing and 62 yards passing as he completed 8 of 13 passes and had the one interception.. He was also sacked once on third down.
Thomas, meanwhile, ran for 37 yards in the first quarter and completed one of two passes for 41 yards and a score. It was a sign of big things to come.
"I can't really name one play that stood out," Thomas said.. "If I had to say one, probably the long touchdown that D-Wall (Darren Waller) made a great catch on and that turned the game around."
MSU scored on a 32 yard field goal by Evan Sobiesk with 12:57 to play in the first half. The 13 play drive chewed up 60 yards and 3:40 off the clock.
"We had to settle for two field goals early on and we could not score in the red zone," Mullen said. "That's on me. I have to make sure that we call the right plays to score."
The Bulldogs then scored on a five-yard run by Prescott to narrow the score to 14-10. The four-play drive covered 55 yards and took only 1:07. Prescott completed three passes in a row to Joe Morrow leading up to the touchdown run.
On the ensuing drive, Thomas had the Jackets on the move, but after eluding three pass rushers, he went to throw the ball away, but did not quite get it out of bounds. His pass was intercepted by Beniquez Brown and the Tech drive ended deep in Bulldog territory.
Prescott made the Jackets pay. He marched them 62 yards in eight plays as they cut the lead to 14-13 with a 30-yard field goal.
Thomas answered with a 13-yard touchdown run with only 29 second to play in the second quarter. With the 13-yard run, Thomas eclipsed the 1,000 yard plateau and became only the second Tech quarterback to rush for more than 1,000 yards in a season. The only other quarterback to accomplish the feat was Josh Nesbitt in 2009.
Just when the Jackets thought they were going to have a nice 8-point lead at the half, Prescott launched a Hail Mary pass and it was caught by Fred Ross in the end zone, off of a deflection, to cut the lead to one, 21-20.
"That is a play that we practice all the time," Prescott said. "The lineman did a good job blocking and I just threw the ball as long as I could and he made a great catch on the ball."
NOTES: This is the second win against the SEC for the Yellow Jackets. They also defeated Georgia at the end of the season. "It's great. We're 2-0 against the SEC this year. It proves that we can play with anybody we want to." Thomas said after the game.
With his Hail Mary touchdown pass to Fred Ross at the end of the first half, Bulldogs quarterback Dak Prescott eclipsed 4,000 yards of total offense for the season. That is the first time in school history that any quarterback has done that. Prescott has over 7,000 total yards in his career.
Thomas, with his first quarter touchdown pass to Waller, tied George Godsey for fourth place on the all-time most touchdowns passing in a single season list with 18. Waller meanwhile, had 114 yards receiving in the first half, the most ever for his career. He has never eclipsed the 100 yard plateau before this game.
Georgia Tech has now played 225 consecutive games without being shut out. This is the second longest active streak in the ACC. The Jackets have not been shut out since October 18, 1997 at Florida State.
This is the first time since 1959 that the Jackets have played four consecutive games against Top 25 teams. In 1959, the Jackets played SMU, Clemson, Tennessee and Auburn. This season, the Jackets closed out the season with games against Clemson, Georgia, Florida State and Mississippi State.
Former Jacket Phillip Wheeler was a guest at the game by the Capital One Orange Bowl and he signed autographs in the fan zone. This is the first season that Capital One is the title sponsor of the game.
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J. Alexander’s Holdings, Inc. provided an update on the full year 2017 results of Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub, in connection with J. Alexander’s previously announced acquisition of 99 Restaurants.
“These results are in-line with projections included in our proxy materials and underscore our deep conviction in pursuing the acquisition of 99 Restaurants,” says Lonnie J. Stout II, president and Chief Executive Officer. “Despite a challenging environment, Charlie and his team continue to demonstrate the unique value of the 99 Restaurant concept, which largely insulates it from the challenges faced by its competitors. We look forward to completing this accretive merger and capitalizing on the significant opportunities it provides to drive long-term, sustainable value for J. Alexander’s shareholders.”
Cannae Holdings, Inc., the majority owner and operator of the 99 Restaurants, provided preliminary unaudited sales results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2017 relative to 99 Restaurants in a Form 8-K filing dated January 11, 2018. Based on these results, 99 Restaurants quarterly net revenue for 2017, compared to figures included in their projections for fiscal 2017, a summary of which was disclosed in the J. Alexander’s proxy statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 21, 2017, was as set forth below:
The preliminary sales results are reported on the fiscal fourth quarter period from September 4, 2017 through December 31, 2017 (17 weeks) and the fiscal 2017 period from December 26, 2016 through December 31, 2017 (53 weeks). 99 Restaurants expects to report its full fourth quarter and fiscal 2017 results later in the first quarter of 2018.
The fourth quarter of fiscal 2017 contained 17 weeks, or an additional week compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016. 99 Restaurants estimates the impact of the additional week during both the fourth quarter and full fiscal year of 2017, which included six days of operations due to the closure of all restaurant locations on Christmas Day, totaled approximately $6 million. Both the fourth quarter and full year projections for fiscal 2017 included in compiling the proxy statement disclosures included the estimated impact of the additional week.
For the full fiscal year, net revenue for 99 Restaurants for the 53 weeks ended December 31, 2017 totaled approximately $311.2 million, an increase of $7.2 million, or 2.4 percent compared to $304 million for the 52 weeks included in the fiscal year ended December 25, 2016.
The J. Alexander’s Board of Directors believes this transaction will create attractive value for, and is in the best interest of, all shareholders, for reasons including:
The transaction is expected to be accretive to J. Alexander’s earnings per share.
The acquisition presents opportunities for synergies and management estimates that potential synergies could have an annual positive impact on pre-tax income of $1.5 million to $2 million.
The combination with 99 Restaurants will help J. Alexander’s achieve more rapid growth and increase the scale of operations.
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This truly delicious and easy Indian chicken pulao recipe gets ready in under 20 minutes. It is an effortless, pressure cooker-friendly chicken recipe. Be sure to watch the video!
Chicken Pulao is a cheat version of chicken biryani. Unlike biryani, there is not much layering or extra effort in making the pulao. It is a delicious Indian-style one-pot chicken and rice casserole.
It is also known as chicken tahari or murgh pulao in Northern India.
Pilaf or pilau is a one-pot dish where the rice is cooked with other ingredients such as vegetables, mushrooms, or meat, seasoned with spices, and served as a one-pot meal.
Traditionally pulao is cooked over the stovetop in a heavy-duty casserole or a pressure cooker. But I love using my instant pot for cooking various Indian pulao. One, it saves me a lot of time. Second, the texture of the pulao turns out too good.
More Reasons To Love Chicken Pulao
- easy to make
- one pot main course
- meal-prep friendly
- highly customizable
- gets ready in under 20 minutes
Making Chicken Pulao
It is a simple, fuss-free, two-step process.
Step 1 is to marinate the chicken for the pulao. The marination process makes the chicken tender, juicy and the flavor of spices is penetrated deep within.
Step 2 is to pressure cook the pulao. The rice, chicken, and masala, all are cooked together to make a delicious bowl of pulao.
For Chicken Marinade:
Chicken: The bone-in chicken pieces like leg pieces and thighs are the ideal meat choices for making pulao. You can use the boneless chicken pieces as well.
Paste A: This is a dry spicy mix of – black cardamom, green cardamom, cloves, and mace.
Paste B: This is a wet paste of – ginger, garlic, green chili, and water.
Curd: It tenderizes the chicken. Make sure to use plain, thick curd or yogurt.
Spices: Red Chili Powder, Coriander Powder, Salt
Rice: If you are making any kind of Indian pulao or rice dish, then long grain basmati rice is the best choice. It is light, less starchy, and yields perfectly fluffy/non-sticky pulao.
Cooking Oil: Ideally ghee (clarifying butter) is the best choice. But if the aroma and taste of ghee are too over-powering for you, use unsalted butter, coconut oil, or vegetable oil.
Spices: For this pulao recipe, you need minimal whole spices – bay leaf, cinnamon, and star anise.
Other Ingredients: Onion, Salt, Mint Leaves, Fresh Coriander Leaves, Green Chili, Water
How To Cook
Step 1) Start with making Paste A and Paste B. Set them aside in two separate bowls.
Clean, wash and pat dry the chicken pieces. Marinade the chicken pieces with curd, Paste A, Paste B, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Let the chicken sit in the marinade for at least 1 hour. And maximum overnight.
Step 2) Clean, wash, and soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes.
Let’s Cook: Set the SAUTE mode for 10 minutes. Add oil and whole spices to the inner pot. Fry for 10 – 20 seconds to release their aroma. Add sliced onion. Fry till the onion turns light golden.
Next, add marinated chicken and fry till chicken pieces turn pale white (image 5).
Add spices, salt, and the soaked rice without any water (image 6). Stir to combine. Saute for a minute.
Add 1 ¼ cups of water, mint leaves, coriander leaves, and green chili. Stir to combine. Close the lid of the IP. Cancel the SAUTE mode.
Set PRESSURE COOK Mode for 5 minutes. After the set timing, do the NPR. Open the lid, fluff the rice using a fork, cover the IP with a lid, and serve the pulao after 5 minutes.
Watch Pulao Video
Here are a few side-dish suggestions that compliment chicken pulao:
Pickled Onion or Kachumber Salad
Indian Style Curry or Gravy Sauce
FAQ Related To Chicken Pulao
The method of cooking is the difference! Biryani is basically a draining and layering method of cooking, whereas pulao is done through the absorption method. Pulao is easy to cook and requires no layering of ingredients. In a biryani, the chicken is marinated and cooked along with parboiled rice using a dum or slow cooking method. Whereas a pulao is usually cooked using a pressure cooking technique.
The basmati rice is best suited to make chicken pulao. The long grains and aroma of the rice add that extra flavor to the pulao. People in down South also prefer using jeerage samba rice that tastes absolutely delicious too!
Yes, you can make this pulao on the stovetop. Use a heavy-duty casserole with a tight-fitting lid or a traditional pressure cooker. In a stovetop pressure cooker, the chicken pulao gets ready in two whistles over medium heat.
The best choice would be bone-in meat pieces. The chicken bones lend a delicious flavor to the pulao. You can use a combination of chicken thigh, and leg pieces. Or boneless chicken breast and thigh.
Store pulao in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 – 3 days. You can reheat it in a microwave before serving.
More Pulao Recipes
If you try this recipe and love it, please leave a comment and a rating. This helps us grow and reach other food lovers like you.
Instant Pot Chicken Pulao Recipe
- Instant Pot
Ingredients For Chicken Marination:
- 250 gram skinless, bone-in chicken pieces
- 1 black cardamom (badi elaichi)
- 4 cloves (laung)
- 1 blade of mace (javitri)
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 1 tablespoon garlic
- 2 green chili chopped
- 2 tablespoon water
- ¼ Cup plain yogurt or curd
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon red chilli powder
Ingredients For Pulao:
- 1 Cup basmati rice
- ¼ Cup ghee or cooking oil
- 1 star anise
- 1 bay leaf (tej patta)
- 1 cinnamon stick (dal chini)
- 1 Cup sliced onion
- Salt to taste
- 1 ¼ Cup water
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
- 2 tablespoon chopped mint leaves
- 2 green chili sliced
- Make Paste A. Blend cardamom, cloves, and mace to a coarse spice powder. Keep aside in a bowl.
- Make Paste B. Blend ginger, garlic, and green chili to a wet paste using two tablespoons of water. Keep aside in a bowl.
- Clean, wash and pat dry chicken pieces. Marinate the chicken with curd, salt, red chili powder, coriander powder, Paste A, and Paste B. Mix nicely to coat each piece with the marinade. Let the chicken sit in the marinade for 1 – 2 hours.
- Wash and soak basmati rice in water for 30 minutes.
- Set the SAUTE mode for 10 minutes. Add cooking oil, whole spices to the inner pot. Fry for 10 – 20 seconds to release their aroma.
- Add sliced onion. Fry till the onion turns light golden.
- Next, add marinated chicken and fry till chicken pieces turn pale white. This takes 2 – 3 minutes. It ensures the flavors of the chicken are sealed and the pieces are seared nicely. Do not skip this step.
- Add soaked rice without any water and salt. Stir to combine. Saute for a minute.
- Add 1 ¼ cups of water. Stir to combine. Taste, if required add more salt. Add mint leaves, coriander, and green chili. Close the lid of the IP. Cancel the SAUTE mode.
- Set PRESSURE COOK Mode for 5 minutes. After the set timing, let the steam release naturally from the pressure cooker. Open the lid, fluff the rice using a fork, cover the IP with a lid, and serve the pulao after 5 minutes.
- Use long-grain basmati rice or any other variety of rice with less starch for making the pulao.
- The ratio of rice to water that works for me is 1: 1 ¼ Cups. Adding too much liquid to cook rice always results in a mushy and sticky pulao.
- Juice chicken thighs, breast, or leg pieces are the best for making pulao. Make sure all the pieces are of the same size for even cooking.
- Marinating the chicken makes it tender, more flavorsome, and reduces cooking time.
- You can make this pulao in a stovetop pressure cooker, electric pressure cooker, or an instant pot.
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Fusion Optix Founder wins International Award
Dr. Terence Yeo Wins British Council’s Entrepreneurial Award for his work in starting and growing Fusion Optix into a world leading LED technology company.
Woburn, MA – March 31, 2017 – The British Council announced today that Dr. Terence Yeo, a graduate of the University of Cambridge and Loughborough University, has won its coveted Entrepreneurial Award in the United States. The Award is one of three British Council Awards presented annually in each of 14 countries to celebrate the outstanding achievements of alumni who have studied in the UK at degree level or above within the last 15 years. More than 1200 alumni of 125 UK institutions were nominated for the three Awards across 14 countries.
Dr. Yeo received the award for his work as Founder and CEO of Fusion Optix, a world leader in LED lighting and optical technology based outside Boston in Woburn, MA. He founded Fusion Optix in a rental house in Cambridge in 2003, shortly after receiving his MBA.
The British Council Awards are an initiative of the British Council, which is the UK’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities.
About the British Council
The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. It creates friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries. Using the UK’s cultural resources the British Council aims to make a positive contribution to the countries we work with – changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections and engendering trust. It works with over 100 countries across the world in the fields of arts and culture, English language, education and civil society. Each year we reach over 20 million people face-to-face and more than 500 million people online, via broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, the British Council is a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body. The majority of its income is raised delivering a range of projects and contracts in English teaching and examinations, education and development contracts and from partnerships with public and private organisations. Eighteen per cent of its funding is received from the UK government.
About Fusion Optix
Fusion Optix is the only company serving the lighting industry that possesses both advanced optical component and LED light engine production capacity in-house. Fusion Optix is recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in the USA and has ranked on the Deloitte Fast500 Technology, Inc5000, and Red Herring Top100. The company has a record of accomplishments as a leading, and trusted, supplier of enabling components and technologies for LED lighting applications. Our customers include some of the world’s most recognizable brands and we are inside products used every day in business, industry and the home, as well as demanding scientific, medical, military and aerospace applications. We are a privately held company founded in 2003. Our manufacturing facilities and company headquarters are in Woburn MA.
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The Hampton Inn Hosts Bullying Prevention Training by GAB
Tara Wurtz Generations Against Bullying (GAB) Executive Assistant and Marketing Director for the Hampton Inn located in West Allis, brought GAB in to provide a training in Bullying Prevention. The presenters were Linda Lee, Michael Turner and Martha Sanchez-Hernandez and what a successful and informative training. We had plenty of laughs along with Martha who provided the Spanish translation for the staff as many did not speak English. Attitudes was one of the areas of interest. Michael Turner spoke on how “Attitude is Everything!”. He shared how lucky we are as American’s and compare how so many people around the world do not have the luxury of clean drinking water like we do. Sometimes, we need to step back and learn how to choose the good things in our lives and let go of the bad things. Our world needs more kindness, more love, more acceptance, more patience and Michael gave examples on how to become Upstanders at home, in our communities and at work.
Martha expanding on the topic by sharing a great example of how the District Manager scheduled to come to her U.S. Cellular location because he was amazed at the stores low employee turnover. Martha contributed this to the store employee’s attitudes and positive atmosphere as the major factor.
Linda ended on a true story example of how powerful the mind is and how a person can make these changes through positive affirmations daily and how a negative attitude can cause many physical problems.
Even Rod the general manager participated and played the game of Choice. His choice was, would you rather sleep with a helmet on for the rest of your life or sleep with boots and jeans. Rod chose the helmet. The staff loved our presentation about acting as Upstanders.
Special thanks to Ponyville for their donation to GAB
that helps support our outreach programs.
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A class action lawsuit allows a large group of victims (a “class”) who all suffered similar injuries to pursue compensation simultaneously. To qualify for a class action, these similar injuries must result from the same product, device, or drug manufactured or sold by the same defendant.
For example, if a popular medication causes users to develop asthma-related symptoms, these users may file a class action lawsuit against the manufacturer who failed to warn them of this possibility and continued to market the medication without proper warnings even after users fell ill.
What Types of Cases Can Support a Class Action Claim?
Almost any type of tort claim can turn into a class action lawsuit if enough victims suffered similar injuries. These claims often include defective consumer products, pharmaceuticals, and tires or car parts. Other common types of cases that turn into class action suits include employment law cases, corporate misconduct, fraud, and securities fraud.
If a group of victims suffered injuries in the same incident or the same type of incident but suffered drastically different injuries, we may instead suggest pursuing a “mass tort” action.
Mass tort litigation is somewhat similar to class action, but has important differences that make it appropriate when the victims have varying severity of injuries. This may occur in a plane crash, public transportation accident, defective product actions, and incidents involving medical devices or equipment.
What Are the Benefits of a Class Action Lawsuit?
There are a few reasons injured parties might opt to file a class action lawsuit instead of an individual case against the at-fault party. These include:
Victims Have Minor Injuries
In some cases, the victims of a defective product or fraudulent scheme did not suffer serious damages. In a case where the victim might expect to recover hundreds of thousands of dollars, it is worth it to have an attorney fully investigate the case and file individually, if necessary.
If the value of a claimant’s damages is only a few hundred dollars (or even less), though, litigation does not make sense. A class action lawsuit allows victims to hold the responsible party liable, despite only suffering minor injuries.
It Makes the Process Easier and More Affordable
When you participate in a class action suit, you consolidate attorneys, investigation, collection of evidence, interviewing witnesses, and almost every other aspect of the case. This streamlines the process, and drastically reduces costs for most members of the class. Unlike an individual case, most people do not need to go to court to opt into a class.
There Are Too Many Individual Lawsuits
There is a limit to how much money a corporation has, and how much time the courts have. This is true for even the largest multi-national company. If enough individuals file a lawsuit against the company, it eventually becomes difficult or impossible to recover any more compensation for the damages done. By grouping all the victims into a court-approved class, it allows everyone affected to receive compensation for their damages.
What Do I Need to Know About the Class Action Process?
In a class action lawsuit, the court uses a single case, or a small group of cases, to determine how the rest of the cases might turn out. This is known as a bellwether trial. Then, everyone affected receives notification and can participate in the class action or opt out.
The judge hears the case that serves as the class representative, and hands down the court’s decision. The judge may dismiss the suit if he agrees with the defendant, which keeps the entire class who opted in from pursuing an individual claim. If the judge sides with the victims, however, he determines an award amount which the plaintiffs’ attorney must distribute among all those who opted in.
Should I Call a Class Action Lawsuit Attorney About My Case?
Most attorneys do not handle class action lawsuits. Class action attorneys have special training and knowledge to navigate the complex class action and mass tort processes. This type of litigation requires a large amount of tedious work, and getting the right attorney on your side is key. Gacovino, Lake & Associates, P.C. is ready to go to work for you.
If you believe you suffered injuries or financial damages and there are probably other victims out there, give us a call today. We have the skills and resources you need to represent you in a class action lawsuit or mass tort litigation. Call 631-600-0000 today for your complimentary consultation.
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Textile artist Lenore Tawney's weavings range from intimately fragile to powerfully majestic. Her Cloud series of freely hanging linen and canvas filaments evoke cosmic waterfalls. In the 1950s and '60s this Ohio-born artist, who studied in Chicago with Laszlo Moholy-Nagy, helped revolutionize fiber art with her open-warp weavings, gauze-weave experiments and "fiber sculpture." Her later collages, with motifs of flags, postcards, feathers or shells, are hybrid fusions of found object and invented artifact. Her secret-laden box constructions preserving miniature items bear comparison with those of Joseph Cornell. In this catalogue of a traveling exhibition, Mangan, an independent curator, teams with other craft and textile specialists to decipher the visual poetry of a weaver whose sources of inspiration range from Amerindian baskets to Taoist symbols.
Book condition: Very good
Hardcover: 160 pages
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications; First Edition edition (15 May 1990)
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The Sydney GANZ community has started a Gestalt Interest Group which aims to meet each quarter in various parts of Sydney.
Two gatherings have been held so far demonstrating the desire to meet with peers in a relaxed setting, for collegial support, sharing of knowledge, making connections, building relationships, sharing creativity and having fun without the rigid structure of formal gatherings. By attending, you will have direct input into the evolution of future events.
The next community meeting will be held on 25th May 2018 at the Manly Youth Centre, Kangaroo street Manly, NSW. You are welcome to arrive from 6:30 for a 7 pm start
This event will be hosted by Lesley Withey, Tish Robinson & Trish Darke who will be offering an evening of fun in which you will be lead through a mindful creative art process, followed by the sharing of conversation & food.
Please see https://www.ganz.org.au/events/ for more information or contact Trish Darke 0409 248 978
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The Genie 37561S garage door opener belt assembly from Garage Door Supply Company is a replacement belt assembly for garage door openers installed on 8-ft-tall garage doors. It fits specific Genie Intelli-G and Silent Max model operators. The Genie 37561S belt assembly is compatible with Intelli-G 1000 Series model 3024 operators and Intelli-G 1200 Series 4024 model operators. This replacement belt assembly is also compatible with Genie SilentMax 1000 Series model 3042 operators and SilentMax 1200 Series model 4042 openers.
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The Irish Consortium on Gender Based Violence hosted a Side Event for the 67th Commission on the Status of Women titled ‘Gender-Based Violence and Technology: Risks, Opportunities, Challenges.’
The event was organised with the Permanent Mission of Ireland to the United Nations, Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth and Department of Foreign Affairs. In conjunction with this event, the Consortium developed a policy paper: ‘Technology and GBV: Risk and Opportunities’ available here – https://www.gbv.ie/?p=1883
It was a powerful event, which was expertly introduced and moderated by Jennifer McCarthy Flynn, Coordinator of the Irish Consortium on Gender Based Violence.
The speakers were outstanding and represented a strong and diverse mix of women from the Global South as well as policy makers from Ireland and the EU. Minister Roderic O’Gorman and Ambassador Fergal Mythen represented the Government of Ireland.
- Jennifer McCarthy Flynn, ICGBV
- Dr. Jennifer Okeke, National Women’s Council, Ireland
- Rebecca Kallih, Rainbo Initiative, Sierra Leone
- Hon. Neema Lugangari, Member of Parliament, Tanzania
- Sarah Schlitz, Federal State Secretary for Gender Equality, Equal Opportunities and Diversity, Belgium
Video contributions were made by Ifrah Ahmed, IFRAH Foundation and Nisha Lama Karki, Action Aid Nepal and can be watched below:
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Gil Hanke (left) and Harold Batiste, one of the leaders of UM Men who mentored Hanke prior to his service as president of the Commission on UM Men and prior to his current role as top staff executive of the commission.
We talk a lot about mentoring and we encourage folks to be mentors.
I was being interviewed the other day and I was asked, “Who mentored you?” Many family and friends and leaders came to mind, but in the last few days I have had more time to consider that question, and to consider why mentoring is so important.
I am blessed with two amazing older brothers. Both have exceptional academic and musical skills that are way beyond any skills I have in those areas. Many times family friends would point out, “You’re really not like your brothers.”
The folks who really stood out in my life were those persons who saw in me something good, something of value when others did not. Many times they saw potential in me that was not visible to me.
• My scoutmaster realized there was going to be a limit to my success in some areas, but he saw potential in other areas that kept me in scouting.
• My Sunday school teacher, Mrs. Li, always told me that God had a plan––a great plan for me.
• Dr. Alan Toronto, a graduate school professor, saw potential in me while others only saw an older student facing overwhelming odds. Dr. Toronto became the model of what I wanted to become.
• I learned about intimate prayer relationship with God from my grandfather;
• I was mentored in missions by the Rev. Sam Duree and Cecilia Manness.
My list is long, just like yours.
Who are you mentoring today?
Who are you grooming to follow in your footsteps?
In the newest “Service of Installation of Officers in UMM” on our website, one of the questions we ask of every leader at every level is “Will you prayerfully begin today to mentor someone to take your place?”
As a leader within your local church, seize the opportunity to mentor in BSA, Big Brothers Big Sisters, UMYF, or mentor another man who will someday take on more leadership in your church. Answer that call this week. Someone mentored you; give that gift to someone else.
Gil Hanke, general secretary
General Commission on United Methodist Men
This article is part of a bimonthly e-letter to leaders of UM Men. Other articles in the February letter may be found at:
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Splash Damage is a game developer that’s managed to work on some of the biggest sci-fi franchises in gaming like Halo and Gears of War, and thanks to the Game Awards, they’ve just revealed their next incoming title based on another piece of huge IP.
Here’s the official reveal for Transformers: Reactivate:
While the Transformers franchise has always been about the battle between the Autobots and Decepticons, this game will now bring in a new threat called The Legion who seems to be a mix of the villains in Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel and Justice League.
We don’t have a reveal on which Transformers will appear in the game yet, but the game does promise, ‘some of their favourite characters; unique, weighty, and powerful, seamlessly converting between vehicle and bot form.’
With the Transformers franchise remaining to be a powerhouse IP in the box office, it’s only natural that we should get some AAA games based on the characters—which fans have been clamouring for for years. Though past Transformers games may lean in on the more cartoonish side of the property, I think that Splash Games could be working on something more serious for Reactivate.
Though Bumblebee may have been a smaller film that the usual ‘Bayformers’ movies, I think the upcoming Rise of the Beasts will get fans riled up once again for Robots in Disguise. Let’s hope Reactivate manages to do its namesake for interest of Transformers games when it launches.
No release date has been set for Transformers: Reactivate, but fingers crossed we get a launch for all major consoles sometime in 2023.
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Donna Kinsel, 83, of Oelwein passed away Tuesday September 5, 2023 at Oelwein Healthcare Center in Oelwein. Private graveside services will be held at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens in Hazleton. Memorials may be made in Donna’s honor to Oelwein Healthcare Center. The Geilenfeld-Buehner Funeral Home in Oelwein is assisting the family.
Donna Jean Kinsel was born in Oelwein on September 1, 1940 to parents Clarence and Grace (Olds) Baldwin. She graduated from Oelwein High School with the class of 1958. On June 29, 1958 she was united in marriage with Robert Duane Kinsel in Oelwein. Donna was employed as a Physical Therapy Aide with Mercy Hospital in Oelwein, retiring in 2000.
Left to celebrate Donna’s life are her several nieces and nephews; and her child of the heart, Darrin Vance of Bethlehem, PA. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Bob; her sisters: Betty Wheeler and Ruby Lahner; and two nephews.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of Oelwein Healthcare Center for their loving care and patience given to Donna.
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News from the Federal Circuit: On August 25, 2016, the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued its decision in Estes v. Merit Systems Protection Board, No. 2016-1081. Although the court rejected Mr. Estes’ appeal, it adopted the MSPB’s precedent in holding that federal contractors could raise “joint employer” claims under USERRA against the federal government.
Contract employees working for the federal government sometimes are supervised directly by the federal agency in addition to their directly-employing contacting company. If those employees suffer adverse actions–especially where the wrongdoer works for the federal government and not the contracting company–the question arises whether or not the victim is limited to suing the contracting company, or if they can also raise a claim against the employing federal agency as a “joint employer.” The answer depends on which statute the employee’s claim falls under. Historically, the EEOC and MSPB have accepted “joint employer” EEO claims, as previously discussed in this blog. The MSPB has rejected this claim for normal adverse action appeals and for whistleblower reprisal claims under the Whistleblower Protection Act.
At issue in Estes was whether or not “joint employer” analysis would allow suits against federal agencies for discrimination or retaliation based on uniformed service in violation of USERRA. In a 2009 decision, Silva v. Department of Homeland Security, 112 M.S.P.R. 362, ¶ ¶11-15 (2009), the MSPB held that “joint employer” does apply to USERRA claims by government contract employees in appropriate circumstances. However, until Estes, the Federal Circuit had not squarely endorsed Silva and its “joint employer” holding (although it did obliquely reference Silva’s holding in dicta in a 2015 case, Jolley v. Dept. of Justice). In Estes, the court adopted the “joint employer” analysis of Silva. While Mr. Estes ultimately lost based on an argument that he had failed to factually prove “joint employer” status in his particular case, the court left the door open for future claims to raise “joint employer” USERRA claims where the facts support use of a “joint employer” theory.
If you are a veteran working for the federal government (whether as a civil service employee or as a government contractor), and you wish to discuss your rights, consider contacting Passman & Kaplan, P.C. to request an initial consultation.
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Would you believe that summer is nearly half over? Go get yourself a good book and read! This is prime reading time, with the easy, breezy days of summer just aching to be filled with a favorite book. If you would like a suggestion about what to read, feel free to satisfy your curiosity and get The Gemini Bond. It's perfect for a summer day.
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5 CORE COMPETENCIES: COMMUNICATION, ORGANIZATION, CREATIVITY, LEADERSHIP, RESULTS ORIENTATION
I've worked on my own as a multi-tasking entrepreneur.
I've worked in dynamic teams for major projects and events.
I've worked for huge corporations with complex politics and hierarchies.
I've trained and have been trained by amazing, talented, highly ambitious people.
A few things remain constant about my varied experiences throughout my career, no matter what the circumstance:
1) My team spirit. My 'no man is an island' approach to collaboration and performance culture.
2) My strategizing and negotiation skills. I take pride in a clear sense of direction and creating 'win-win' situations.
3) My desire to innovate; generating ideas and modi operandi that are novel, workable and have high, noteworthy value.
4) My unshakable calm coupled with problem-solving skills; a sensible focus on solutions and progress - the bottom line.
5) My integrity and ethics. You can turn your back on me and rest assured, the job will be done and done well, every time.
Caribbean Barefoot Journeys | Blogger & Brand Curator | 2018 to Present
Nomadik Marketing | Brand Developer & Digital Media Specialist | 2018 to Present
Park Hyatt Resort, St. Kitts | Marketing Communications Manager | 2016 - 2017
ACE Management & Consultancy | Creative Director & Consultant | 2010 to Present
Digicel (St. Kitts & Nevis) | Marketing Executive | 2009 - 2010
St. Kitts Marriott Resort | Sales Manager | 2008 - 2009
Synovate International Inc. (London, UK) | Market Researcher | 2004 - 2006
IBF International Consulting | Market Researcher | 2007
Event & Project
ACE Management & Consultancy | Event Manager | 2010 to Present
University of the West Indies (Open Campus, St. Kitts) | Event Planning Lecturer | 2012 - 2013
G Squared Arts | Special Projects Manager | 2008
Sunlinc Destination Management Ltd. | Events Coordinator | 2007 - 2008
Mosaic Productions (London, UK) | Event Manager | 2005 - 2006
Oval House Theatre (London, UK) | Fundraiser | 2005 - 2007
The Moving Theatre (London, UK) | Fundraiser & Administrator | 2006
The Royal Bank of Canada (St. Kitts) | Customer Service Representative | 2002 through 2006
LEAP (St. Kitts & Nevis) | Managing Director, Choreographer & Dance Tutor | 2010 to Present
Nike Women (London, UK) | Dance Facilitator | 2006
The Children's Dance Theatre (St. Kitts) | Dance Tutor | 2000 - 2004 & 2007 - 2010
Essentials SKN | Co-Owner | 2020 to Present
The LEAP Shop | Owner | 2018 to Present
TRAINING & EDUCATION
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY | BA (First Class Honors) Arts Management | 2007
Key Courses Included: Event Management, Dance Management, Theatre Management, Urban Tourism, Business Law,
HR Management, Organizational Behavior, Media & Image Analysis, Performing Arts Management, Visual Arts Management
Digital Arts Management, Marketing, Accounting ++
CLARENCE FITZROY BRYANT COLLEGE | 9 A-Level CAPE Units | 2002
(through) Sociology, Law, English Literature, Accounting, History & Caribbean Studies
BASSETERRE HIGH SCHOOL | 9 O-Level CXC Units | 2000
Chemistry, Physics, English Literature, History, Accounting, Spanish, Mathematics, English & Geography
ERIKKA FOGLEMAN INTERIOR DESIGN | Interior Design Styles Certificate | 2020
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL (Panama City, Panama) | Essential Skills Certificate | 2009
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
TOP FORTY MOST POWERFUL & INFLUENTIAL WOMEN IN ST. KITTS & NEVIS LIST
The St. Kitts-Nevis Times, 2016 & 2020
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AWARD FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP
St. Kitts & Nevis Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs & Community Development, 2013
EXECUTIVE DEAN'S AWARD & UNIVERSITY PRIZE FUND
London South Bank University, 2007
"MISS CARIBBEAN TOURISM"
Pageant Winner, 2003
FIRST RUNNER UP, MISS JAYCEES
Miss Jaycees Caribbean Pageant, 2003
"MISS ST. KITTS"
St. Kitts National Carnival Queen Pageant Winner, 2002
ST. KITTS & NEVIS AMBASSADOR
World Travel Market (London, UK), 2003
DELORES WARD MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR LITERATURE
Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College, 2002
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We are excited to announce that our Managing Director, Nick Veitch will be presenting at the Subsea Expo, Aberdeen Thursday 23rd February 2023 between 11:20-11:40am.
He will be discussing Mini-ROV and subsea advanced NDT inspection tooling along with the development and deployment of a miniaturised inspection tool integrated with high pressure water jet cleaning with ultrasonic corrosion.
Nick will also be available at our sister company Sonomatic stand to answer any questions you may have or even to simply to introduce yourself.
To learn more visit the subsea expo site: https://www.subseaexpo.com/conference/
We hope to see you there!
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Adv Legal Office Admin
Students build on the skills acquired in the introductory course to produce professional court documents. Students study the concepts necessary to input and manage client accounts using legal accounting software. Docketing time and timesheets are discussed. Students examine the Law Society of Ontario's by-laws specific to the proper management of trust accounts.
PrerequisitesPost Secondary level LAWS 1023 Intro Legal Office Admin Minimum Grade of 50
or Post Secondary level OFAD 1004 Intro to Legal Office Admin Minimum Grade of 50
Students registering for credit courses for the first time must declare a program at the point of registration. Declaring a program does not necessarily mean students must complete a program, individual courses may be taken for skill improvement and upgrading.
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Alternatively, a more fitting title for this post would be
"Imposter syndrome, how to get away from the grips of capitalist pressures, form your identity around your passions, and not succumb to productivity guilt during a global pandemic."
But according to my blog site that is too long.
I have always struggled with identifying as a professional artist, especially when I first left my full-time job, during the beginning I only really started referring to myself as a professional artist because my husband would tell me off if I said something along the dismissive lines of "well I am not working right now but I am focusing on my paintings." He encourages me to value my work as I would any other job, and I feel really grateful for that push. Over the years I have become a lot more comfortable with this title but occasionally I still completely feel like a fraud waiting to be called out. Sometimes I feel like an imposter.
First things first, what is imposter syndrome?
According to Very Well Mind, they define imposter syndrome as "an internal experience of believing that you are not as competent as others perceive you to be. While this definition is usually narrowly applied to intelligence and achievement, it has links to perfectionism and the social context."
Why do I feel like an imposter?
Why would I not consider myself a professional artist? What even makes an artist "professional"? Is it education? Or selling work? Maybe it depends on how long you have been creating art? If people buy my paintings, I have a degree in art, I have been painting my whole life, and I genuinely believe I am a pretty good artist... Does that make me a professional? If I have all those things why do I invalidate my art career?
This is not to say that to be an artist you have to have a degree, paint your whole life, or even be "good" at your craft. I put "good" in quotations because it is a matter of opinion. In my opinion, I generally like the paintings I create and think they are beautiful. Some people may find you good and others may hate our work, either way, it doesn't actually matter because it's all relative. Someone can also create for a short amount of time and be an artist. These things are just some of the things I look back on to remind myself that I know what I am doing and I have the skill, passion, and knowledge to keep going regardless of how I gained that skill, passion, and knowledge.
As a side note, I also want to make it incredibly clear you do not have to go to art school to be a professional artist. Many of my favourite artists are self-taught, and even though I went to University for art I often feel self-taught. Though I have a degree in art, I went to a liberal arts university where I studied many other subjects and all forms of art, and though I appreciate the well-rounded education I received... Anything I use now in my practice I did not learn from university and I was only able to take two painting classes the entire time I was in school, I did not learn how to paint skin tones or figurative painting at University. Honestly, if I could go back in time I would have saved the money and found a cabin in the woods and just painted my heart out for as long as I could. But I suppose all of that is for another blog post...
Thank you for coming to my ted talk now back to our original topic...
Why do I feel like an imposter?
C A P I T A L I S M.
How does capitalism lead to having a hard time calling myself a professional artist?
Well, we are all raised to be good little worker bees and told that if we are not constantly producing, then we are not as valued within society and this leads to the well-documented issues of people equating our worth to our productivity. Internalized capitalism or productivity guilt runs incredibly deep within our society. It also shows up in sneaky ways like undervaluing your accomplishments.
We see this when people can't value themselves or other people for simply being human and only equate their worth to their productivity. People only deserve things depending on how much or what they produce.
This is very commonly seen within all intersections of society but very clearly within class and ableist issues. Examples I commonly see are people saying poor people shouldn't be spending their money on what they may deem as "luxury items" like a smartphone or steak when they are on food stamps or some kind of income support. Another common bullshit I have seen is people complaining about disabled people not having jobs and being "freeloaders", especially people who are on some form of government assistance. I have even been accused of this by my own family because my husband has been our main income while I have spent time managing my disability and selling paintings, which sure is weird when I got a degree in art yet seem confused about me being a professional artist. We also see this in typical hustle or grind culture. I feel like everyone has met at least one person who brags about their 60 hour work week and how that somehow makes them superior to everyone else. I don't know how far humanity has to stray from our roots to brag about selling every waking minute you have to some company that would replace you in an instant but here we are.
This brings me to my main question.
Are you a professional artist if you are not making consistent money?
Sure I sell paintings and I have done many commissions over the years, so why doesn't it feel real? Is there a specific amount that will make me feel legit? If so what is it? 10k a year? 20k a year? 100k? Is there a magic number?
What actually defines professionalism? Is it within the practice, or the income, or what? You can work for 40 hours a week on your art but your income varies. Does the amount of money you make somehow invalidate the number of hours you put into your work?
Do we consider the artists we obsess over now and deem as some of the most influential artists of all time as amateurs because they weren't selling consistently enough? Does that invalidate them from being a professional artist? Van Gogh is rumoured to have only sold only one painting in his lifetime. His uncle also bought his paintings to support him. He also traded art for other things. By today's standards, would he be told "to go get a real job" or called a freeloader?
What if we look at this argument through the lens of another job, like running a new restaurant. If you are not breaking even or you are starting to make some money but you aren't quite there yet, does that invalidate your business or make it unprofessional? I have never even heard that criticism before and honestly it feels ridiculous to even type out, yet I constantly hear that being an artist isn't a real job and unless you are making a good living then it should just be a hobby, but in the same breath people tell people to make their creative hobbies "side hustles" constantly. Please make it make sense because the hypocrisy is LOUD.
In today's culture, we are often gaslit into thinking if we are not making the money we want or as far in our career as we wish we could be we are told it's because we are lazy and not trying hard enough or not "wanting" it enough. Like how it's a moral failing if we don't "make it". You see this within hustle culture like a poison they are trying to tell others just to convince themselves. In the words of Kim Kardashian "get your f**king ass up and work,” and that “it seems like nobody wants to work these days.” Do you really think the top 1% is working harder than a single mom of three juggling 3 jobs and barely getting by? Are they working more than the average person even? Absolutely not.
Society deems not being constantly productive as lazy. The term "lazy" is one of the worst words to exist, in my opinion. It rips away people's confidence, destroys futures and self-worth, and to make it even worst the concept of being lazy, isn't even real. There is no such thing as laziness. People use the term lazy to stab someone in the back for not being a good enough worker bee, and often that person will then internalize it. People who are called lazy are often exploited, burned out, and told not to trust their own feelings and needs when they need a break. Did you know that it can take between one and three years to recover from burnout? Is that person lazy or are they burnt out or struggling with executive dysfunction paralysis? Or are they depressed? The list goes on.
According to Dr Devon Price, a social psychologist and the author of the book "Laziness does not exist. "'Laziness is usually a warning sign from our bodies and our minds that something is not working,' he says. 'The human body is so incredible at signalling when it needs something. But we have all learned to ignore those signals as much as possible because they're a threat to our productivity and our focus at work.'"
Well, I know what is being added to my book list. If you have already read "Laziness does not exist" Please let me know your thoughts!
So why haven't I been making much art recently?
When the pandemic hit and as the stay-home orders were set in this feeling of anxiety set in on many of us. I am not talking about the inevitable pandemic anxiety of fear and worry for ourselves, our communities, and our loved ones. I am talking about the anxiety of "What the hell do I do with myself now? I need to be doing stuff and I need to be productive!" This was during the time we all should have slowed down and taken the time to enjoy the simple joys throughout our days. God forbid we read books and watch films and enjoy the things we never seem to have the time to enjoy in our "regular" lives. Or not even pursue other hobbies or joys, maybe we spent the entire pandemic (which is still happening by the way) solely surviving.
At the beginning of the pandemic we were slammed by people and influencers on social media and the try-hards of the world to learn a new language, write a book, do intensive DIY projects, join some kind of side hustle or pyramid scheme, and if you aren't waking up at 5 am to be "That Girl" and working out extensively during this time then you are SLACKING. Use this time to become a new and improved version of yourself! I remember the guilt during this time so intensely. How can I be productive when I am high risk and honestly just completely overwhelmed and stressed? I felt the nagging of society and the pressure from the voice in my head that was passed down to me that values workaholicism and anything else is lazy or not as worthy. Sometimes "wasting time" is also productive. I know that when I am constantly pushing art out my best ideas are often not given time to properly develop.
I also found the pressure to keep up with social media bullshit of POST EVERY SINGLE DAY OR PEOPLE WILL FORGET YOU EXIST incredibly taxing. The number of people I saw telling me to post 3 times a day for my art TikTok was so frustrating. How the hell is that realistic? How can I create when I spend all my time on social media? How can I make organic and authentic art when I am being held to create and produce quality posts for social media multiple times a day. Who has time to paint, film, edit, and photograph something new every single day? People expect artists to produce and create at ridiculous rates and I am sick of the pressure! You cannot rush art and creativity. Historically artists have spent significantly longer on paintings. Can you imagine some spending a whole year or a few years on a single painting, people would unfollow them. Also to be perfectly honest when thousands of people were losing their jobs, dying, and fighting for social justice posting on social media just felt incredible trivial.
And then there is the other side of social media which has really gotten to me over the past few years. The censorship of artists has made my life incredibly difficult. It feels so incredibly disheartening to work so hard on a TikTok or a photo for it to be immediately removed for nudity. Though all social media platforms allow nudity within art they will ALL (Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok) remove your posts for nudity and sexual activity. Even my paintings of a back will get removed. Yet they have no problem keeping up posts full of white supremacy, bullying, and other horrendous posts online no problem. Even when you censor the art or clearly write "THIS IS A PAINTING" on the post they are still removed. And when do you appeal the decision? Nothing happens. All of my social media accounts are at the risk of being deleted permanently. Due to this censorship, I joined other artists and art museums and joined Only Fans so I can have places other than my website where my paintings will not be removed.
I will write a separate blog just for this issue but it is a huge reason why I haven't posted as often. Even when I try to post they all get removed anyway. This added work stress just seems to be multiplied by the wedding, moving, health, family, and overall pandemic stress and anxiety.
During the peak of the pandemic, I ended up very much in the "I am just gonna survive this and that's good enough for me even if sometimes I feel like surviving a global pandemic is not enough" end of things. I planned a wedding and got married over the pandemic, bought a house after attempting for two years, moved to a new city, got covid, had some health problems, was diagnosed with ADHD, and did a lot of unlearning and relearning things in my life. I also was very isolated during this time due to being far from friends and being high risk. I can count the number of times I saw people during the first year. I did more self-discovery within the past 3 years than I have done in my entire life. I feel like pre-pandemic me and current me are two completely different people. The past few years haven't been easy by any means but they have been the most influential years of my life.
I am a chronically ill and neurodivergent disabled artist and I haven't been creating as much as I often want to but I am working on my own productivity guilt especially as I have been paired with being raised with a workaholic mentality. The pandemic made me realize how much guilt I feel and equate my self-worth with capitalist ideals. I can't force my creativity and with pressures of my own personal health over the last few years as much as art is my passion I couldn't force myself to paint a lot of the time. The pandemic is also how I discovered my undiagnosed ADHD, all of the coping mechanisms I used before the pandemic weren't available to me anymore. I also had access to people sharing their ADHD lives and stories through TikTok and seeing myself within those which truly changed my life.
My health has had ups and downs over the past few years but my health has become significantly better recently and can only see it going up from here. I am happy to be back writing and creating and am looking forward to creating many new paintings in the near future.
I also completely recognise despite being disabled and unable to work like an able-bodied person and struggling with my health in the past few years, the privilege I have of being able to financially survive during this pandemic with me not working as much temporarily.
So the question is, am I still a professional artist if I haven't made art in a while?
Just because I am unable to keep up with current unrealistic capitalistic pressure and rules doesn't make me less of an artist. There is always more you can do and more you can post and share and create. Capitalism would make us never be able to rest if it had the option to, and taking a break from creativity is absolutely necessary to create good art. In fact, I often get my best ideas after a break. I would also like to mention that we are still in a pandemic and life is still super hard, it isn't over yet.
These capitalist and hustle culture "rules" and pressures are new but artists have been here forever. To say someone isn't a professional artist because of made-up rules of over-productivity and hustle culture is ridiculous. Sorry, Frida Khalo, uhm you didn't sell many paintings during your lifetime... I guess you weren't a professional artist. Can you imagine?
Overall my advice is this... Be kind to yourself. Part of why I am writing this is as a reminder to myself too!
Western Society is often against creatives or just taking a break from something in general, and you are valid whether you are painting every day or every few months. Especially during a global pandemic. Honestly, I think if you have done anything other than just survive over the past few years that should be celebrated. Just to survive should be celebrated.
Now you may not be able to actually get away from the pressures of capitalism but you can limit the blows to your self-esteem and self-worth you don't have to internalise capitalism and feel productivity guilt. This isn't easy as it is our society and how we were raised but it is possible to rip the toxic roots out of our souls and unlearn the ways we mistreat ourselves and belittle ourselves. Read books, talk to other people, and challenge the norm that we are all here just to produce and consume instead of live, create, and feed our souls and curiosities. When you find yourself having toxic thoughts, remind yourself that taking a break is valid and necessary for creatives. We are human beings, not robots.
If you managed to get to the end of my rambled brain vomit go get yourself a cookie and give yourself a pat on the back. This honestly felt more like a personal journaling entry than a blog post for my website, but something I have really learned in the past year from TikTok is that I have never had a unique experience, so if I feel this way I am sure other people do as well.
I hope you have a lovely rest of your day!
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In 1725, Peter the Wild Boy, a German handicapped youth, was found by George I and his attendants when the King was hunting during a visit to Hanover. The boy had apparently been living for some time in the Hertswold Forest of Hamelin, which is about 25 miles from Hanover. He was about twelve at the time, and, when found, he was reportedly “walking upon his hands and feet, climbing up trees like a squirrel, and feeding upon grass, and moss of trees.” Moreover, prior to living in the forest the boy appeared to have been under the care of some person. This was based on the fact that he had “a shirt collar about his neck … when he was found.”
After he was found, Peter was “deposited in the house of correction at Zell, and in the same month … presented [dressed all in green] to George I … The king’s interest and curiosity were excited; but the wild boy was not favourably impressed.” He soon escaped, and when he was located again, he was hiding in a huge tree, which had to be sawed down. Conjecture as to how the Peter the Wild came to live in the woods was that he was the child of one of the many criminals confined to work in Hamelin, had wandered into the woods, and gotten lost “or, being discovered to be an idiot, was inhumanly turned out by his parent.”
In 1726, George I’s daughter, Caroline of Ansbach, brought Peter to Great Britain. There he was treated like a “human pet” and brought out for visitors to see, a somewhat similar circumstance that befell another supposed feral boy Victor of Aveyrvon, who once visited the French socialite Madame Récamier. The evening at St. James went much better than it did at Madame Récamier‘s as it as reported that he was brought into the drawing room in the presence of the King, the Royal Family, and a group of nobility:
“It was observed, that he took most notice of his Majesty, and of the Princess giving him her glove, which he tried to put on his own hand, and seemed much pleased and also with a gold watch which, was held to strike at his ear.”
Peter was put under the care of Dr. John Arbuthnot, a Scottish physician, satirist and polymath. It was soon decided that Peter was “an imbecile, and could not be taught to articulate more than a few monosyllables.” Today, it is thought that he suffered from a rare genetic disorder known as Pitt-Hopkins Syndrome because it causes developmental delays. Peter displayed many typical features of the disease: a large mouth, hooded eyelids, prominent Cupid’s bow, deep-set eyes, and a tendency to have a smiling appearance. Additionally, he was intellectually disabled and could only speak a few words saying “Peter” and “King George.”
Peter was also described in the following way:
“[He was] well made, and of … middle size. His countenance had not the appearance of an idiot, nor was there any thing particular in his form, except that two of the fingers of his left hand were united by a web up to the middle joint.”
Peter understood almost everything said to him, and he loved music. Upon hearing it, people said he danced, jumped, and capered about till he was exhausted. Moreover, it was said of Peter:
“[T]hough he could never be taught the distinct utterance of any word, yet he could easily learn to hum a tune … [Additionally,] at particular seasons of the year, he shewed a strange fondness for stealing away into the woods.”
Eventually, Peter fell under the care of one of a bedchamber woman to the Queen. Her name was Mrs. Titchbourn, and she was given a handsome pension to take care of him. When she died, Peter was left to a friend of hers, a yeoman farmer named James Fenn. After James’s death, responsibility for Peter fell to James’s brother, Thomas, who tended to keep a close eye on him, “and sometimes even confined him.”
Part of the reason for confinement was that Peter sometimes traveled far distances and then could not find his way back. In fact, that is precisely what happened to Peter under Thomas’s care in the summer of 1751. All efforts to find Peter, including advertisements, proved fruitless and it seemed as if Peter would never be found.
On 22 October 1751, a raging fire erupted at the St. Andrew’s parish in Norwich. The fire spread so quickly through the city of Bridewell, it soon engulfed the gaol, and all the inmates had to be hastily released. Among the inmates released was a remarkable man, “a sturdy and obstinate vagrant, who would not, (for indeed he could not) give any account of himself.” Shortly, thereafter, it was determined this obstinate man was Peter the Wild Boy. and he was returned to Thomas’s farm. It was then decided that to prevent any future thrilling adventures by Peter, he was to wear a brass collar inscribed with “Peter the Wild Boy, Broadway Farm, Berkhampstead.”
In later years, Peter was described as having white hair and a full white beard. He was also said to go straight to bed after eating a supper of bread and butter and that he had a penchant for spirits, sometimes enjoying a glass of brandy or beer. People also described him of being capable of sincere affection and noted that he became sincerely attached to a man who was put in charge of him by Thomas. When that man died, it was reported:
“[Peter] went to his bed-side, raised his hands, and endeavoured to awaken him; but when he found his effort unavailing, he went down stairs and seated himself by the chimney … he refused his food and pined away, till in a few days he actually died of grief, — for he never had any illness.”
Peter was buried in the churchyard of St. Mary’s Church, Northchurch in 1758, three years before Madame Tussaud and Jane Austen‘s cousin, Eliza de Feuillide, were born. A brass plate was affixed to the church with a picture of him and the following remembrance:
“To the memory of PETER, known by the name of the Wild Boy, having been found wild in the forest of Hertswold, near Hanover, in the year 1725. He then appeared to be about 12 years old. In the following year, he was brought to England by the order of the late Queen Caroline, and the ablest masters were provided for him. But, proving incapable of speaking, or receiving instruction, a comfortable provision was made for him at a farm-house in this parish, where he continued to the end of his inoffensive life. He died on the 22d day of February, 1785, supposed to be aged 72.”
- Stephen, Sir Leslie, Dictionary of National Biography, Vol. 45, 1896, p. 65.
- Walker, John, A Selection of Curious Articles from the Gentleman’s Magazine, Vol. 2, 1814, p. 555.
- Stephen, Sir Leslie, p. 65.
- Walker, John, p. 555.
- The Scots Magazine, 1 January 1785, p. 9.
- Stephen, Sir Leslie, p. 65.
- Walker, John, p. 555.
- Ibid. p. 556.
- Granger, William, The New Wonderful Museum, and Extraordinary Magazine, 1805, p. 1564.
- Walker, John, p. 556.
- Timperley, Charles Henry, A Dictionary of Printers and Printing, 1839, p. 4.
- “Authentic Account of Peter the Wild Boy,” in Calcutta Gazette, 3 August 1786, p. 4.
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The Wikimedia Foundation decided to release this update after deleting nearly 250 accounts for which they believed were connected to a public relations firm that was editing and writing articles on the site. Wikimedia believes that unidentified paid editing is a form of Black Hat SEO which is both bad for Wikimedia as well as the volunteers and readers. This practice was having an alarming effect on how valid and reliable the information on each page was, leaving the community with a number questions left unresolved.
The change to the website was almost immediate. Wikipedia notified every user through banner messages through every Wikipedia project.
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JENPAS UG 2023 Exam Date: The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has scheduled the JENPAS UG exam date 2023 as Jun 11. Likewise, the hall ticket for the Joint Entrance Test for Nursing, Paramedical and Allied Sciences Under Graduate Courses (JENPAS UG) will be released on Jun 2.
As per the JENPAS UG 2023 exam date, the Board will release the JENPAS UG admit card 2023 on Jun 2 at the official website- wbjeeb.nic.in.
The WBJEE Board will conduct JENPAS UG 2023 in 2 papers. Paper 1 will be conducted for all other courses and Paper 2 is conducted for BHA (Bachelor in Hospital Administration). As per the JENPAS 2023 syllabus, the JENPAS 2023 will have questions based on Physics, Chemistry, and Biological Sciences.
Also Read: JEE Advanced 2023 Admit Card Releasing Today
How to Download JENPAS UG 2023 Admit Card?
According to the JENPAS UG 2023 exam date, the JENPAS UG admit card 2023 will be released on Jun 2. Follow the below-given steps to download the JENPAS UG admit card 2023.
- Visit the official website of WBJEE Board- wbjeeb.nic.in.
- On the homepage, click on the admit card link available.
- Enter the required credentials to log in.
- Your admit card will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and take a printout of the admit card for future reference.
JENPAS UG 2023 Exam Pattern
The JUNPAS UG 2023 exam date is scheduled for Jun 11. Candidates can check the JENPAS UG 2023 exam pattern in the table below.
|Total Marks||200 (100/Paper)|
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|Language||English and Bengali|
The Board will announce the exam timings for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on the admit card. Candidates are advised to be present at the exam center at least an hour before the exam commences.
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My husband was raised with this and can tell many a strange experience. Some are frightening and some funny. He says his mother would sit on the porch at evening and say the light is really putting on a show tonight .
I had heard the stories from his mother, father, and family and was a skeptic. Then one evening as we walked the track it appeared. The young ones that were with us ran and left me standing. I didn't hang around either.
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Categories: lights, road, family, railroad, farm
Heard my parents talking about this when I was growing up about 15 miles from flintville. Found the place and have actually seen this light about 15 times on various occasions. Very scary.
Submitted by Benny
My mother in law lives in a house in Flintville. At night it gets spooky one night me and my husband were sitting in the living room and it was just us in the house his mothers room was lit up we could see someone leaning down and peek under the door at us it was really strange but most places in fayettville are.
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The importance of used cars for the UK aftermarket is intensified by the Covid-19 crisis Categories: 2020, News Timelines: United Kingdom
Announcement Date : 3 September 2020
With approximately 7.9 million used passenger cars sold in 2019, the UK has the highest used car volume of all the EU5 countries (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom). In proportion of the passenger car parc size, this means as much as 24% of the existing passenger cars on the UK roads change hands every year. In Germany, which has the biggest car parc of Europe with 47.7 million cars, the proportion is 15%.
Despite being first out of the EU5, the UK used car market has decreased slightly by 4% since its peak of 8.2 million cars in 2016. In the same period new car sales have shrank by 13%, highlighting further the robustness of the used car market to meet the demand.
In the first half of 2020, the unprecedented impact of Covid-19 has swept the rug out from underneath the floor of all franchised dealers, with lockdowns and quarantines preventing or at least restraining the sale of all cars (new and used) for all EU5 countries. So far, of the two, used car sales have been less impacted on the first half of the year period with a -29% decrease year on year compared to a -49% for new cars sales.
photo: Cadena SER
What can explain the UK used cars volume?
The used car market in the UK is particularly strong due to the car financing framework. The investment required to purchase a new car means that many drivers opt for some sort of finance to afford driving newer/ higher end vehicles. For this reason, cars tend to be sold used for the first time quite at a young age, when the finance plan matures (generally between 2 and 3 years old).
photo: Financial Times
PCP (personal contract purchase) is the most popular option in the UK for financing new cars acquisition, it is also an attractive option. In a nutshell, drivers that purchased a car using PCP financing are essentially covering the depreciation (see green in figure below) of the vehicle during the period of usage, after having paid a deposit (see orange in figure below). They have an option to purchase the car or return/ exchange it, however if they wish to keep the car, they must pay a “balloon payment” (see blue part of the figure below) at the end of the term. Most drivers generally cannot afford the balloon payment, and this is the reason why they opted for PCP in the first place. So, most drivers return the car to the place of purchase: franchised dealer.
In 2016, the UK saw a record number of new cars sold for the first time (2.7 million), some of which bought thanks to PCP. Since then, PCP finance has matured, and most drivers have returned their cars, creating a large stock of young cars that were brand new just over 3 years ago and that are now being driven by their second (or even more) owners.
New car sales in the first half of 2020 have been badly hit with the obligation to close showrooms during the lockdown. The market fell by 48.5% compared to the same period in 2019. This has impacted the immediate revenue franchised dealers receive from sales but also mid-term aftermarket revenue. A used cars aftermarket initiative can be a solace for franchised dealers looking to compensate for the difficulties that lay ahead.
What does this mean for the aftermarket?
Despite having the youngest car parc of all EU5 countries, UK drivers have limited loyalty towards car manufacturers for aftermarket services. One key reason for this is the fact that cars bought new changed hands so early in their “life”. These cars are being re-sold for the first time to a new driver that has often no prior relationship with the franchised dealer, and unlikely to form one unless being offered added value from dealers. As it is, franchised dealers may potentially miss out on higher value workshop entries, as more operations will need to be carried out as the car ages, leaving the opportunities for independent aftermarket players.
The key impact on the aftermarket comes from this change in driver profiles when the car changes hands. If we take the example of PCP financing, the driver that first purchased the car will be very likely to use car manufacturer repair networks to maintain the value of their car (a key element of PCP). On the other hand, drivers that purchase young used cars do not have the pressure to maintain the car value at its highest level once they buy their car. For many drivers, their contact with franchised dealers is limited to buying the car, opting for other channels to meet their aftermarket needs.
Franchised dealers have the opportunity to enhance their relationship with this client base. Not only to sell them a used car but also to offer them aftermarket services. To do so, a strong, adapted and competitive offer is needed, as well as clear messaging on the benefits of remaining in the car manufacturer network, so they can begin to improve their client retention rate, which is the lowest of the EU5 despite having the youngest parc.
Why being attractive to used cars drivers is important as a workshop?
The need for repairers to focus on used car clients is an even more important prospect given the current 2020 climate. The performance of new car sales has been falling in recent years and plummeted in 2020 due to Covid-19. This will create a deficit in maintenance work and other aftermarket activity for new cars at dealers’ workshops in the coming years ,hence the importance to enlarge aftermarket customer base.
Focusing on boosting the aftermarket client portfolio with used cars is very important to all repairers in the UK, as the car parc is aging in the UK, which increases the value of workshop entries.
Photo: Unsplash| @jformento
What is next?
It can be said that Covid-19 has triggered at least a “pause” in the attitude towards mobility options and public transport (trains, buses, taxis, scooters…) due to the health risks associated with public travel. In GiPA’s UK Covid-19 barometer report, we can see that 9 in 10 drivers feel safer in their personal car. This makes travelling by motor vehicle much more appealing compared to alternatives and has a direct impact on demand for used cars. The impact on this is the short term continued strength in demand for used cars in the UK, which can have inflationary price effects on the market.
Despite the appetite for sustainable mobility being reduced for the short term, the taxes imposed on drivers – particularly in urban areas in the UK (ULEZ) – mean there is a strong demand for all young cars, as city drivers search for ways to travel without being sanctioned due to emissions. Those drivers may be in luck, as young used car availability may be increasing due to high registrations in recent years.
photo: Perfect Placement
Franchised dealers have some hope, as the proliferation of “new” used cars mean that the cars are increasingly sophisticated and technological, which make repairers with sophisticated equipment or specialty in dealing with new/ high end cars appropriate aftermarket options. Franchised dealers have the training and tools required, which provides them a great opportunity.
This is especially the case when we consider hybrid/ electric vehicles, where drivers have less choices for repair channels, providing a better chance for the more equipped franchised dealers to retain more aftermarket share.
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Givaudan Active Beauty unveils Neosalyl™, a fully natural and pure substitute for synthetic salicylic acid for skin and scalp
Givaudan Active Beauty launches Neosalyl™, a 100% natural and pure salicylic acid for skin and scalp that is organic compared to its synthetic alternative. Obtained by Green Fractionation from the natural essential oil of the Wintergreen plant, Neosalyl™ brings all its benefits in dermo-purification for skin, and shininess and anti-dandruff for hair care.
Beauty consumers are looking for more natural products, massively rejecting chemicals, as they see natural ingredients as safe and trustworthy. According to Mintel, 72% of consumers would be most interested in using beauty, grooming and personal care products that are made using natural alternatives to synthetic ingredient or natural ingredients adapted in a lab. This trend keeps growing in any culture and challenges the composition and origin of personal care ingredients, as of today, three out of four women are scanning product composition and looking for hero ingredients. In fact, salicylic acid is, with hyaluronic acid and retinol, one of the most known ingredients by consumers, always looking for performance to take care of their skin and hair.
Yohan Rolland, Global Category Manager said: “Due to its exfoliating properties, Neosalyl™ is a safe and effective peeling agent for a large number of cosmetic purposes for skin care, such as exfoliation, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial benefits, raising it as the perfect active for prone-to-acne skin conditions. As a strong keratolytic agent, Neosalyl™ is also a very good synergistic active for the treatment of dandruff.”
Neosalyl™ is extracted from Wintergreen leaves, sourced in Southwest of China in the Yunnan province by small farmers. Rich in essential oil composed of methyl salicylate, they immediately produce the crude essential oil of fresh raw material in a completely traceable supply chain. Then, it is in our Centre of Excellence in Avignon (France), that our phyto-experts begin a green fractionation process to transform the methyl salicylate and obtain the ingredient.
To warrant the authentication of the raw material and the natural origin of salicylic acid from wintergreen, our botanical experts apply an exhaustive set of analysis named IDPack. It includes botanical observation, DNA analysis, GC/FID and isotopic 14C measurement to clearly identify each botanical ingredient.
To inspire the beauty industry, Active Beauty formulation team crafted S3D® Powderful. This 11-Ingredient clean beauty cocktail combines Neosalyl™ with powdered hyaluronic acid (PrimalHyal™ 300) for skin immune defence reinforcement and wound healing, as well as biodegradable exfoliating particles (Biogomm’age W180) designed for sensitive skin. This water-free formula is highly concentrated. By adding few drops of water, it turns into a foaming milk to apply to the face. After a gently massaging into the skin and then rinsing, it reveals a cleaner skin and brighter complexion.
Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances, with its heritage stretching back over 250 years, the Company has a long history of innovating tastes and scents. From a favourite drink to your daily meal, from prestige perfumes to cosmetics and laundry care, its creations inspire emotions and delight millions of consumers the world over. The Company is committed to driving purpose-led, long-term growth while leading the way to improve happiness and health for people and nature. In the fiscal year 2019, the Company employed over 14,900 people worldwide and achieved sales of CHF 6.2 billion and a free cash flow of 12.7% of sales. Let’s imagine together on www.givaudan.com.
About Givaudan Active Beauty
Givaudan Active Beauty offers an extensive portfolio of innovative active cosmetic ingredients designed to bring beauty to the world. Inspired by the beauty needs of consumers worldwide, Active Beauty offers award-winning products for an expanded range of benefits including anti-ageing, self-tanning, soothing, hydrating, cooling, and more. Our cutting-edge technologies draw on science and nature to create high-performing molecules and functional agents, including customised carrier systems. Part of Fragrance & Beauty, Active Beauty leads the market in crafting innovative products supported by our strong expertise in advanced and applied sciences. We invite you to ‘engage your senses’ and learn more about Active Beauty at www.givaudan.com/activebeauty.
For further information please contact
Pauline Martin, Operational Marketing & Communications Manager
T +33 3 2688 8417
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Gel nails have become increasingly popular because they last two to three weeks and can be styled in many different artistic designs. Their longevity is a result of the way they are cured under a UV or LED-lighted lamp.
Acrylic nails also have long-lasting power, but they don’t have the glossy finish that makes gel nails so covetable. Gel’s glossy coat gives you a polished finish that looks super sleek.
That said, when gel nails are worn too long, they can stain your natural nails and leave the health of your claws in jeopardy. The temptation to pick, peel, or bite the polish off can be a strong one, but doing so will take off layers of your nail bed.
Removing gel nails properly will take a little time and patience, but will be well worth it in the end. By choosing to follow these standard gel nail removal instructions, you will ensure that your nails remain in good health, so that you can keep rocking awesome manis.
Supplies You Need to Remove Gel Nails
First, know that you’ll be using 100 percent acetone, so make sure you are working in a well-ventilated area. Acetone breaks down gel and polish and makes it easier to remove.
There are a few things you’ll need to have in order to remove your gel nails correctly at home.
♡ Nail file and nail buffer
♡ 100 percent acetone
♡ Cotton balls
♡ Aluminum foil: Cut out ten 3x3 inch pieces (one for each nail). You may also use plastic wrap. Plastic wrap prevents acetone from dripping.
♡ Cuticle stick
♡ Cuticle oil, vitamin E oil, or petroleum jelly
Steps For The Removal of Gel Nails
First, completely soak ten cotton balls in 100 percent acetone. Make sure they are completely soaked in the acetone; this is very important.
Be careful! Acetone can damage countertops and surfaces, so protect your work area with plastic wrap and a towel. Work over a sink if possible.
Cut ten pieces of foil into 3x3 inch pieces. You’ll use these on your nails while they’re soaking. Make sure you provide yourself with enough soaking time, so don’t rush the process.
File down the top of the gel nail. The purpose is to break open the top layer of gel so that the acetone can penetrate the nail. Use a coarse nail file and file slowly so that you don’t file too deeply.
♡ Protect the Skin Around the Nail
Apply the petroleum jelly or oil to the skin around your nails and cuticle area to protect from the acetone. Acetone is very drying to the skin, so protecting these areas with cream will help prevent damage to your skin, because who wants that?
♡ Soak Your Nails
This step will be where you need to practice patience, so take a deep breath and pop on your fave Netflix show (Too Hot to Handle, anyone?). Soak one cotton ball per finger in pure acetone and place each cotton ball on your nails. The cotton ball should be the size of your nail, so you may want to cut cotton balls down to size to get a perfect fit.
Wrap each nail, securing the cotton ball in place, with the small pieces of foil. This will get tricky toward the end of the application. Let your nails soak for ten to fifteen minutes or until the gel looks like it is slipping off of your nails.
If you need to soak them longer, replace the old cotton ball with a newly soaked one and let it sit for five minutes longer. You’ll know they are ready when the gel can be removed with very little pressure.
Make sure that the cotton ball is completely soaked in acetone and that you are using pure acetone and not regular polish remover. Regular polish remover is diluted and will take much longer to break down the gel than 100 percent pure acetone.
Pro tip: Cotton balls work better than cotton pads for this process because cotton pads absorb the acetone quickly and can dry out faster than cotton balls.
♡ Remove the Foils and Gently Remove the Gel Polish
Once your gel has loosened, remove all of the foil from each nail and apply pressure to each cotton ball on your nails. Work, continuing to apply pressure on each nail to remove the gel.
For the few stubborn spots that may need extra coaxing, use your cuticle stick to pry underneath the gel and remove. If you have places that still don’t want to budge, don’t force it—that might hurt those gorg natural claws. Just replace a soaked cotton ball in foil for five more minutes and try again.
Wash your hands with soap and water to remove any small gel fragments and acetone from your hands. Ah, fresh, clean nails.
♡ Rehydrate Your Hands
The removal process of gel nails is very drying because acetone removes oil from your nails and skin. After removing the gel, try soaking your nails in coconut oil for five minutes to restore some moisture. If you don’t have coconut oil, try using cuticle oil or olive oil. You can also slather on your favorite hand lotion to get a bit more moisture up in there.
After a few gel nail applications and removals, your nails will probably need a little TLC. Damage is inevitable, just like damage occurs to your hair when you get it colored or bleached (but that purple hair looks so good on you, we know). Nails become thin and brittle, but the damage isn’t permanent.
If you wear gel nails frequently, your own nails might be a tad bit brittle. It’s time to start your own rehab facility and get your nails the care they need, stat!♡ Wear gloves when you clean or are using products that may be harsh on your skin or nails.
Gel nails are fun to wear and last longer than having a regular nail polished mani. Going to the salon just to get them removed can definitely suck, though.
Proper removal is critical if you want your nails to remain healthy, and who wouldn’t want the longest, strongest nails possible?
If you still want the manicured look without the hassle of gel nails, press-on nails are a fab option. Glamnetic nails are fun to wear and take a fraction of the time to apply. They’re very easy to remove, way cheaper than hitting the salon every two weeks, and you can get literally any design you want. What’s not to love?
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Kidney stones are small crystals that form in the kidneys. These stones can be made of calcium, uric acid, cystine or struvite. Stones may be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball. Kidney stones are a common health problem that causes pain and pressure in your lower back. You might also have nausea and vomiting. Sometimes people with kidney stones pass them without any symptoms at all.
According to the studies, it is evident that one on ten people get the kidney stone in their lifetime and the count is increasing with time. Kidney stones are far less common in children when compared to adults.
Kidney stone is a solid masses of irregular shapes and different sizes. They can be very small like a grain of sand or big similar to the size of a golf ball. It depends on the size of the kidney stone that makes a person realize if one has the stone or not. A very small kidney stone may also cause severe pain and health complications if it tries to exit via the urinary tract.
A larger kidney stone usually gets trapped in the ureter (urinary tube to drain out the urine from the kidneys to the bladder). This situation may cause bleeding and the emergency requirement for surgery.
Most common type of kidney stones are made of calcium. They are formed as result of excessive amounts of calcium in urine or hypercalciuria.
Type of kidney stones that are harder, formed from uric acid in the urine.
Type of kidney stone formed of various chemicals including calcium phosphate and calcium oxalate. They grow quickly and form very large stones.
Type of kidney stones formed as a result of cystine leakage into the urine.
Kidney stones are formed when there is an accumulation of substances that causes crystal formation like uric acid, oxalates, and calcium. Kidney stones are small hard depositions mainly developed in the interior side of the kidney.
The mechanism of kidney stone formation in our body is actually the nucleation of stone constituents, their aggregation, and growth. The crystal formation occurs in the renal fluid that gets supersaturated with the salts leading to the formation of crystals.
Before a kidney stone surgery, the patient might be asked to undergo specific diagnostic and customary scanning or tests.
This is a basic requirement before final surgery. It highlights the amount of uric acid or calcium in the blood. A blood test is an initial step for the doctor to know the exact condition of your kidney and the overall health of your body.
This test might be performed for two consecutive days. It will help determine the amount of urine forming, less or more.
Analysis of stools passed
This test might also be included in your diagnosis by the doctor to sketch a proper plan to prevent more stones from forming and study the already formed ones.
Increase water intake
You are advised to drink at least 8 glasses of water to have a healthy regulation of urine, cleanse your body and save you from kidney stones.
Painkillers and medicines
Sometimes, mild pain can be cured through painkillers available in any pharmacy.
At times, when the first two options are not releasing stone, consult a doctor. Doctors will guide you accurately to take proper medication.
An expert surgeon or a urologist use cystoscopy and ureteroscopy to have a look inside and navigate the stones and capture images respectively. Once the doctors navigate the stones, depending on the size, he will either remove or crush the stones into smaller pieces.
Common surgical techniques to remove kidney stones are:
Kidney stones are found to be more common in males than females. They’re also more common among people over 40 years of age and those with a family history of kidney stones or gout. Some of the common risk factors for kidney stones include:
Most common kidney stone complications that arises if the kidney stones are left untreated are infections, intense pain, ureter failure or ureter blockage. The blockage often happens due to pieces of stones that block the way to easily pass the waste.
The average cost of surgery for kidney stone removal is ₹65,000. Minimum and maximum costs for the surgical treatment of kidney stones are variable depending on the type of surgery, hospital facilitation, disease severity, and the city in which the surgery is done.
Almost all the health insurance providers ensure the coverage of surgery to remove kidney stones. There may by variations in the provisions or policies of the health insurance providers. Most of the time, the insurer will cover a particular amount for surgical treatment. However, the amount to be covered under insurance depends on the type of policy.
It is important to know that medical treatment for kidney stones will not be covered under the insurance policy. It will only cover the cost or expenses of the surgical treatment, but to claim this, you will have to be hospitalized for 24 hours.
Kidney stones are hard, crystallized mineral deposits that form inside your kidneys. Major types of Kidney stones are Calcium Stones and Uric Acid Stones.
What causes kidney stones often consists of any of the factors such as drinking less or excessive amounts of water, unwanted weight gain, exercising less or extremely, excessive intake of sugar or salt in regular meals, and family history too plays a significant role in its occurrence.
It is good news for everyone that the medical team and researchers have been able to prepare a list of significant signs and symptoms that can be read, and understood.
Noteworthy Kidney Stone's symptoms are as follows.
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During the past two weeks, a series of books have been published on the Trump era by Joy-Ann Reid, The Man Who Sold America, Michal Cohen, Disloyal and Bob Woodward, Rage. They add to the many others that reveal the sinister nature of the man who holds the most powerful office in the world. These books, drawing on empirical evidence, investigative journalism and personal knowledge portray President Trump as narcissistic, a pathological liar, racist, and promoter of white supremacy, among others. They also surmise that the cumulative effect of his mismanagement on foreign relations has contrived to transform the image of the “great” America, into the "pity" of the world. In essence, the various narratives in these books confirm the revelatory authoritative portrait of Donald J Trump by his niece, Mary Trump, in her book, Too Much and never Enough: How My Family Created The World’s most Dangerous Man (July 2020). In it, she illustrates, based on her training as a psycho pathologist and a developmental psychologist how her wealthy grandfather, “Fred Trump both instilled and fortified his middle son’s worst qualities — Donald’s bullying, disrespect, lack of empathy, insecurity and relentless self-aggrandizement — while lavishing on him every opportunity and financing every mistake, to the point that both men came to believe the myths they had created.” See Review | The real villain of Mary Trump’s family tell-all isn’t Donald. It’s Fred.
What Mary Trump said of Fred Trump is essentially true of the President’s enablers, members of his cult and the prevailing Trump Tribalism effectively endorsed by Republicans in Congress and the Senate and what has been transformed into the Trump Republican Party. Nowhere is this more vividly demonstrated than in the way Mr. Trump and many of his supporters and political allies downplay the severity of the coronavirus pandemic and criticize public health measures deployed to prevent its spread. As a result, the coronavirus has spread faster and sickened or killed more people in the United States than in any of its peer nations. At the time of writing, the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Tracker for COVID-19 for the US (September 9) shows 6,310,663 total cases; 189,147 deaths and 262,971 cases in the last 7 days.
Drawing on evidence from Bob Woodward’s book, Rage, released yesterday, the New York Times editorial (September 10, 2020) aptly puts it: “Mr. Trump’s lack of leadership almost certainly made the nation’s suffering greater, its death toll higher and its economic costs more severe in the long term. When the President dithered on testing and contact tracing, when he failed to make or execute a clear and effective plan for securing personal protective equipment, when he repeatedly belittled and dismissed mask mandates and other social distancing edicts, Mr. Trump knew the virus was deadly and airborne. He knew that millions of people could get sick, and many would die”
Trump’s America at odds with the World
It is interesting to note that while the Trump administration has confirmed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), the UN agency has established a Review Committee of the International Health Regulations with membership drawn from renowned scientists to recommend changes it believes are necessary to enhance the world’s capability for dealing with the next pandemic. In his press conference ahead of the UN General Assembly beginning September 15, 2020, where COVID-19 is high on the agenda, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director General stated that the concerns will include establishing firm commitments from UN member states to build back better. But to do so means investments in public health for a healthier and safer future. He referred to the many examples of countries that have done well because they learned lessons from previous outbreaks of SARS, MERS, measles, polio, Ebola, flu and other diseases. Among them and in advance of other subregions of the world, the Caribbean Community(CARICOM) was the first to eliminate polio, measles, and rubella through functional cooperation under the umbrella of the Caribbean Cooperation in Health. At the same time, the Trump administration disregarded the scientific warning scenario on emerging pandemics provided by the Obama administration https://www.politico.com/news/2020/03/16/trump-inauguration-warning-scenario-pandemic-132797
As the World prepares for the UN General Assembly next week, the emphasis on multilateralism is the hallmark of the United Nations’ 75th Anniversary Initiative (UN75). The data, gathered from hundreds of conversations, and an online survey involving some 186 countries launched in January 2020, is the largest exercise mounted by the Organization to gather public opinion and crowdsource solutions to global challenges. The results show that around 95 percent of respondents – across all age groups and education levels – agree that countries need to work together to manage global issues. According to the UN report this almost unanimous response saw a noticeable uptick from the end of February onwards, as the spread of COVID-19began to cause major upheaval to health systems, the economy, and social norms. Prof. Cecila Cannon, Academic Advisor to the UN75 Team offers a sanguine view: “COVID-19 is a preview of the global catastrophe we are marching headlong into if we don’t find better ways of working together”. It is clear that the Trump administration has a divergent view. It has opted out of the global coronavirus vaccine initiative coordinated by WHO in favour of its own device. Then, contrary to the collective statement by the pharmaceutical companies, Trump is advocating the possible release of a COVID-19 vaccine prior to the November elections, even without the required scientific phase 3 trial. That glaringly is playing politics with peoples' lives.
Conclusions: Variations in Elections Outcomes during COVID 19
Several elections continue to take place around the world. The goal has been to address both the practical and legal questions around holding elections while also decreasing the potential for spreading the virus in a pandemic. Examples from various sources show varying results. In the Republic of Korea that voted on April 15, where measures were implemented to ensure voter participation in the election without safety concerns, the turnout of more than 66% was the highest in the last three decades. France cancelled its second round of local elections which was due to be held on 29 March, after the turnout in the first round on March 22 was much lower than in previous elections. In Jamaica, which held elections on September 3, the voter turnout at 37.5 percent was the lowest ever. In Trinidad and Tobago, whose elections were on August 12, 2020, voter turnout at 58% was down from 66.8% in the 2015 elections and as with Jamaica, there were reports of a spike in the virus and a reversal of phased opening of businesses due to events related to the respective electoral campaigns. In the US, 14 states postponed their primaries: Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Wyoming, as well as Puerto Rico.
The Presidential Elections will take place in the US in 53 days. Seven (7) individual polls show Biden’s approval ratings over Trump’s ranging from 2-15 %. However Trump’s ratings on the accumulative 358 (September 8) poll is 53.1%disapprove to 42.7%approve. Even more important is the fact that 35.1% of voters are very worried about being infected; 32.9% somewhat worried; 18.6 % not very worried and 12.0% not worried. While Trump’s ratings for handling COVID-19 is at 56.5% disapprove and 39.2% approve - the partisan nature of political cleavages is fully illustrated by 81.1% Republicans, 34.1% Independents and 8.2% Democrats believing he is doing a good job.
Notwithstanding these polling trends, the Youtube presentation of Woodward’s book in the link, more than any analysis we could provide, illumines Mr. Trump’s contribution to the human tragedy in the USA and beyond.
Please see link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJkVOs0s3mw
Edward and Auriol Greene Directors, GOFAD.
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Fairview Microwave — We've Got That
Fairview Microwave is a leading provider of high-quality RF and microwave components including adapters, connectors, attenuators, coaxial cables, terminations, and much more. Specializing in immediate product needs, we offer same-day shipping on thousands of in-stock items with no minimum purchasing requirements.
Since 1992, Fairview (originally Sun Moon Electronics or SM Electronics for short) has been recognized for delivering unsurpassed quality, but our true strength lies on our customer service. We go to great lengths to get you the component you need as rapidly as possible and we do it all with a passion.
Located in Lewisville, TX, just north of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex we have grown to become one of the premier suppliers of passive microwave components in the U.S. and across the globe. Fairview boasts over 5,000 microwave and RF parts, most in stock and ready to ship, which over 1 million products can be built and shipped as soon as same day.
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Global high-resolution parameter maps
Frequently asked questions
Runoff projections from HBV with regionalized parameters are probably in most cases more reliable than those from HBV with unoptimized parameters. The following caveats should, however, be kept in mind. First, since the regionalized parameters were optimized to produce better runoff simulations, they do not necessarily represent hydrological processes more realistically. Secondly, the validity of the regionalized parameters, which were optimized using historic climate conditions, may be less under significantly different future climate conditions. See Vaze et al. (2010) and Fowler et al. (2020) for further discussion.
The ten sets of global parameter maps represent different cross-validation folds, meaning they were derived from slightly different (but overlapping) subsets of catchments. All ten sets of parameter maps are equally uncertain and therefore should produce equally “good” simulations. Ideally, all ten sets of parameter maps would be used in an ensemble modeling framework to obtain an ensemble of outputs, the spread of which provides an indication of the parameter uncertainty. See McIntyre et al. (2005) and Yang et al. (2011) for more discussion on ensemble modeling.
Interactions between model parameters and simulation results are generally highly complex and nonlinear. The outputs of a low-resolution model with resampled parameter maps will therefore likely significantly differ from the resampled outputs of a high-resolution model with 0.05° parameter maps. Thus, we do not recommend using the parameter maps at other spatial resolutions. See Beven (1995), Kling and Gupta (2009), and Freund et al. (2020) for further discussion.
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Nature Center & Programs
The Nature Center features live animals such as snakes, aquatic ecosystems, frogs and more. Walking trails are located behind the Nature Center and also on the lake-side of the park. The Nature Center offers many programs throughout the year for both children and adults. The playground and picnic areas are across the street from the Nature Center.
For more information, see the Nature Center facility page.
Park Naturalist Dr. Daniel Duran
Dr. Daniel P. Duran is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science at Rowan University and Naturalist for Scotland Run Park. He has published research papers on new methods for species discovery, biodiversity science, and molecular phylogenetics.
Dr. Duran has described 12 new species of insects, previously unknown to science. He received a B.S. in Environmental Science from Stockton University in 1998, an M.S. in Entomology from University of Missouri in 2002, and a Ph.D. in Evolution and Ecology from Vanderbilt University in 2010. In between his degrees, he has also worked for the Natural History Museum, London, UK, and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. Dr. Duran is a co-author of the book "A Field Guide to the Tiger Beetles of the United States and Canada, 2nd Edition."
Gloucester County Parks and Recreation offers educational lessons on various nature topics.Link to page
The Scotland Run Park Nature Center offers guided canoe and kayak tours. Come and explore beautiful Wilson Lake and the many wonders it has to offer. Both canoes and kayaks are available. In order to participate in the event you must be able to operate a canoe or a kayak. Due to the limited amount of boats registration is required. This program is free to the publicLink to page
Guided Trail Walks
Dr. Dan Duran leads nature walks in the spring and fall. Join us as we explore the trails around the Nature Center and discover all kinds of animals, including birds, frogs, insects and more. We will also explore the native plant vegetation of the park, and how all of these species fit into the larger ecosystem. This program is free to the public. Adults and children are welcome!Link to page
Bi-Monthly Bird Walks
The Scotland Run Park Nature Center and the Gloucester County Nature Club host bird watches!Link to page
The Nature Tots Program is designed to create a space for children to experience nature in an exciting and interactive way!Link to page
Adult Naturalist Program
Are you interested in learning more about our local wildlife and how you can help conserve biodiversity in your own yard? If so, join Rowan Professor and Park Naturalist Dr. Daniel Duran for the Adult Naturalist Program at Scotland Run Park. Programs are held in the fall from 9:30am - 11:30am every 2nd and 4th Thursday in September and October. Each session includes a presentation inside the Nature Center, as well as outdoor exploration (weather permitting). Pre-registration is required.Link to page
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Paul Penders Magic Minerals 3g
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This targeted corrective treatment helps clear blemishes and acne as it rapidly reduces the appearance of breakouts and fights impurities and quickly heals to restore balance to blemished skin.
Includes LevensESSENTIE Gold™- a mixture of 22 organically grown herbs- a unique blend which is the pride of Paul Penders.
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Jane McGonigal, director of Games Research & Development at the Institute for the Future, makes a passionate case for online games in which players, by playing, help in saving the world (‘Gamers are a human resource that we can use to do real-world work, that games are a powerful platform for change.‘) At the end of her TED talk, she mention her last effort: Evoke, a crash course in changing the world. (‘This is a game done with the World Bank Institute. If you complete the game you will be certified by the World Bank Institute., as a Social Innovator, class of 2010.‘). Whatever it means, you have to admit that it is clever giving the possibily of calling yourself “World Bank Institute Certified Social Innovator”!
His point: The Internet is made up of millions of disinterested acts of kindness, curiosity and trust. Summarized in this passage: “So it’s kinda like your house catches on fire. The bad news is there is no fire brigade. The good news is random people operate from nowhere, put out the fire and leave without expecting payment or prize.”
Brilliant examples of collaboration, ranging from “how the internet was created” to Wikipedia (and its presence in chinese restaurant menus), from a site to collect Cats that look like Hitler to Couchsurfing.
Pattie Maes’ lab at MIT, spearheaded by Pranav Mistry — was the buzz of TED. “Sixth Sense” is a wearable device with a projector that paves the way for profound interaction with our environment. Imagine “Minority Report”. Now. For real. Amazing.
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Rodent Exterminator In Thomasville, NC
Have you noticed a rodent in your home? Go-Forth Pest Control of Thomasville can help get rid of them for you. Rodents not only get into your stuff, but can bring other pests inside your home too. At Go-Forth, we have been in business since 1959 and know how to take care of a rodent infestation. We place bait where you have seen rodents, and as they consume it, they will take it back to any other rodents that may be hiding in your home. Give us a call today or click to get a free quote on your rodent control now.
Rodents use their sharp teeth to go through any type of material. If you notice holes in your furniture and walls, you probably have a rodent problem. Other signs of rodents are droppings around the home and small holes in food containers.
Even though you only see one rodent, there is probably a family waiting for their food somewhere in your home. They not only contaminate your food but can bring other pests into your home. They can carry ticks and fleas with them and cause more problems than just the ones that they can give.
Rodents are disease carriers and can spread them as quickly as possible. Humans can acquire at least 35 diseases from rodents, and some of those are Hantavirus, leptospirosis, rat-bite fever, and salmonellosis. The pest can spread those illnesses through their saliva, droppings, bites, and urine. Even the other pests they bring, such as ticks and fleas, can spread diseases.
Female rodents can quickly increase their population because they can give birth up to 15 litters every year. After giving birth, they can immediately get pregnant which makes it fast for them to multiply. Also, after six weeks, the babies can already reproduce; that’s why an infestation can occur anytime.
Rodents are smart animals. They can be on the same level as chimpanzees and dolphins with their smartness. They can quickly memorize routes, that’s why whenever they are flushed or removed, rodents can promptly get back to the place using the same path used when they were eliminated.
Rodents are good in water. They can hold their breath and can tread the water for days. Flushing them will not be good as they can survive the water and can get away easily. Whenever rodents are evident in your place, don’t wait for them to reproduce. Immediately call an exterminator and eliminate them!
How We Get Rid Of Rodents
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La marca de la bestia … ¿Es una vacuna? ¿Un chip de computadora? ¿O algo completamente diferente? Descubra qué es y cómo puede evitar recibirla en este número de Óptica Bíblica. ¡Aprenda también cómo recibir el sello de Dios!
Fulfilled Bible prophecies clearly show that God’s Word can be trusted. Only an all-knowing God can accurately predict the future thousands of years in advance.
The Bible is full of fulfilled prophecies. Daniel 2 accurately predicted the rise and fall of the major world empires of Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece and Rome. It also predicted the divisions that characterize modern-day Europe. The prophecy ends with the hope-inspiring promise of Christ’s Second Coming.
Daniel 9 gives an amazing prophecy that details the exact year that Jesus would be baptized and begin His ministry, as well as the year of His death and when the gospel would go to the Gentiles.
The Old Testament Scriptures contain over 200 prophecies of Jesus. The odds of one man fulfilling just eight of these prophecies is mind-boggling: 1 in 10 to the 17th power. Yet Jesus fulfilled all 200.
God can be trusted! Bible prophecies confirm it.
The mark of the beast… Is it a vaccine? A computer chip? Or something else entirely? Find out what it is and how you can avoid receiving it in this issue of Bible Optics. Learn how to receive God’s seal too!
The second angel’s message in Revelation 14 is a warning given in love by our Heavenly Father. Are you listening?
Dios tiene tres mensajes urgentes para el mundo de hoy. La primera es una invitación llena de esperanza. Es importante para todas las personas del mundo. ¿Lo has oído?
¿Se ha preguntado alguna vez por qué algunas personas adoran los domingos y otras el sábado? ¿Cuál es el verdadero “día del Señor”? Descúbralo en este número de Óptica Bíblica.
Have you ever wondered why some people worship on Sunday and some on Sabbath? Which is the real “Lord’s day?” Find out in this issue of Bible Optics.
Adam and Eve lost their rightful kingdom when they sinned, but Jesus bought it back. Someday soon, the God of Heaven will set up an everlasting kingdom that will never be destroyed.
The French Revolution illustrates the lengths to which Satan and his followers are willing to go in their rebellion against God. The French needed a revelation of God’s character. It is what we need today too.
The “two witnesses” of Revelation 11 represent the Old and New Testament of the Bible. Here’s why…
What will the Second Coming of Christ be like? The Bible tells us it will be visible, audible, glorious and unmistakable. Jesus’ soon return to earth is the blessed hope of the redeemed.
The odds of one man fulfilling just eight of the prophecies of the Messiah are staggeringly small. Yet Jesus fulfilled hundreds. Here are 16 of the major prophecies of His birth, ministry, death and resurrection. They reassure our faith and give us assurance that the prophecies of the Second Coming are true too.
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All Payers - Automatic entry to win $10,000 which can be applied towards an
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A SMITEy fine addition
SMITE’s Season of Celebration kicked off last week, and this major Update launches the Odyssey, the main Year 10 event, and brings a new splendid Conquest Map. Turns out a special guest is also swinging by to get in on the action, and you can get a sneak peek at them above. We’ll get to learn all about this person of interest when they arrive in SMITE on Sept. 26th, 2023.
All Gods unite in celebrating SMITE Year 10 with this year’s Odyssey: Immortal Revelry and you are all invited to the divine party! The SMITE Odyssey is a months-long yearly event featuring many high-quality God skins at great value.
Available now, 3 new skins are available in the brand new Odyssey: Immortal Revelry. What’s more, with the Buy All option players can preorder all event items and instantly unlock the collection reward ahead of time: Dragonshifter Medusa, the Unlimited ‘Tier 5’ skin for the Greek Gorgon. With her 3 different forms, each showcasing a unique character model and FX, Dragonshifter Medusa is the guest of honor at the festivities!
For the first time, the Odyssey: Immortal Revelry also presents the opportunity to pick up fan-favorites from the past: Exclusive skins from previous Odysseys—a fitting feature for the game’s 10th anniversary! Similarly, you get to pick your ultimate reward. You can unlock either Dragonshifter Medusa or one of the iconic collection reward skins from Odysseys of previous years.
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If you want to be a bad product manager, focus on solving problems for one customer. Being “customer focused” means giving a single customer your attention, solving their problems and addressing their needs. Customize your product and service to their situation. Spend time resolving their specific questions. Give them “personal attention.”
If you want to be a good product manager, focus on solving issues and creating solutions for a large number of customers. Working directly with specific customers is productive and something all product managers should spend a bit of time on, but there are plenty of other roles dedicated to serving individual customers specifically. Sales representatives, sales engineers, and customer service are usually available to solve individual customers’ problems and concerns.
Product managers who focus on single customers are essentially neglecting everyone else. Every minute spent solving an issue for a single customer is a minute that could have been spent solving an issue for all customers.
In an ideal world, you would be able to work with each customer individually to give them a very high level of service, addressing their concerns, complaints, and questions. This is not an ideal world. You need to be conscious about when it is appropriate to spend your time resolving issues for specific customers, and when it is appropriate to let other roles provide the necessary personal attention while you tackle bigger issues.
Rather than responding to a customer question with a personalized answer, ask yourself whether other customers may have this question. Is there a way you can be more proactive and address this issue for everyone rather than one customer at a time?
To paraphrase what Pragmatic Marketing teaches, “How can I never have to answer this question again?” (I believe they explain it as focusing on n=many rather than n=1.)
You should still talk with individual customers and spend time understanding their specific issues. This is helpful to keep you close to what’s going on day-to-day with your product. Doing this regularly with many different customers will allow you to identify questions and concerns that are coming from multiple customers. When you see repeating patters, ask yourself what you can do to resolve them on a global level. How can I make sure no customer ever has to ask this question again? How can I address this concern for everyone at once, rather than one by one?
Creating solutions for multiple customers rather than just one will save you time, which will allow you to spend more time understanding customer needs, which will allow you to identify patterns and address them, which will save you more time, which will– well, you get the idea.
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Kevin J. Martinez
Because option trading can be complicated to someone who has had limited experience working with them (in fact many industry professionals do not understand them either) I found it necessary to write a book where the reader would be able to understand the concept at his or her own pace. I even included quizzes throughout the book so the readers could gauge their own progress. It is not a book on financial advice it is a book to understand how and why puts are written. So, to answer your question: A writer must see a need and address it. Sometime that need is to teach, other times it is to tell a story, but the desire to create something unique should always be the inspiration.
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Hydrogen peroxide is a colorless liquid with a pale blue tint. It is a strong oxidizing agent and can react violently with organic materials. It is commonly used as a disinfectant, bleaching agent, and oxidizer in various industrial, medical, and household applications. It can also be used as a rocket propellant.
Hydrogen peroxide is used in the energy sector for various applications, including as a source of oxygen in the production of fuel and as a cleaner for oil and gas pipelines. It can also be used in the extraction of metals, such as uranium and gold, from ores. In addition, hydrogen peroxide is used in fuel cells to generate electricity. It can also be used to remove sulfur compounds from natural gas and to control the formation of hydrates in gas pipelines. Overall, hydrogen peroxide has a range of uses in the energy sector due to its oxidizing and cleaning properties.
Hydrogen peroxide is used in water treatment as a powerful oxidizing agent to remove impurities from water. It can oxidize and destroy a wide range of contaminants, such as organic compounds, iron, and sulfur. Hydrogen peroxide is particularly effective in treating water that has been contaminated with hydrogen sulfide or iron, which can cause unpleasant odors and staining. It is also used to disinfect and sterilize water treatment equipment. Hydrogen peroxide is a popular alternative to chlorine for water treatment because it breaks down into water and oxygen and does not leave any harmful residues.
Hydrogen peroxide is widely used in the pulp and paper industry as a bleaching agent. It can be used as a standalone bleaching agent or in combination with other chemicals, such as chlorine dioxide, to achieve a desired level of brightness in the pulp. Hydrogen peroxide is particularly useful for bleaching mechanical and recycled pulp, which can be difficult to bleach with conventional chemicals. In addition to its bleaching properties, hydrogen peroxide can also be used to remove contaminants, such as pitch and stickies, from pulp and papermaking equipment. Overall, hydrogen peroxide is an important chemical in the pulp and paper industry for achieving high-quality, bright paper products.
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The term Hall of Faith is never used in the Bible. It is a term that modern interpreters have used to describe Hebrews 11. It is a take-off of the modern idea of a “Hall of Fame.” Most professional sports (and many colleges and high schools as well as other organizations) have a Hall of Fame. Once a professional athlete has retired from the game, the biggest honor that can be bestowed is to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Only the very best are selected. Those inducted into the Hall of Fame are those whose careers are so stellar that they should be remembered as long as the game is played. Fans who never saw those athletes play in person will be able to hear of their exploits and honor them long after the athletes’ deaths.
The Hall of Faith in Hebrews 11 is a list of people in the Old Testament who were outstanding and should be remembered, not because of their athletic prowess but because of their faith in God. The readers of Hebrews are encouraged to imitate the faith of these men and women of the past.
The book of Hebrews was written to Jews who had professed faith in Christ but were experiencing persecution that could be avoided if they would simply go back to the Old Testament system of law and sacrifice. In the first century, this may have been the result of direct Jewish persecution, but it may also have been the result of Roman persecution.
Normally, as long as a person or group did not cause any civil disturbance that would threaten the peace of Rome (pax Romana) and as long as they would swear ultimate allegiance to Caesar with the declaration “Caesar is Lord” and offer sacrifices to him, it was of no consequence what other deity or deities they might worship. Because Judaism was a long-established religion, older than the Roman Empire, Jews were exempted from the requirement of offering worship to Caesar if they did not disturb the peace. At first, Christianity was considered a subset of Judaism, and Christians were extended this same exemption. However, as time went by, Jewish leaders were increasingly hostile to Christians and began to denounce them. Once Rome began to see Christianity as a new religion, then the requirements regarding Caesar were enforced. Of course, for Christians, “Caesar is Lord” is a direct contradiction to the essential truth that “Jesus is Lord.” However, it seems that some Jewish believers had the idea that, if they could go back to Judaism, they could escape persecution and still be rightly related to God through Old Testament means.
The writer of Hebrews warns that there is no going back. There is no salvation in the Old Testament/Old Covenant now that Christ has come. The Old Covenant pointed to Christ, and He is the fulfillment of it. A proper understanding of the Old Testament will not draw anyone back to Judaism and the temple and the law and the sacrifices. Rather, it will push one forward to faith in Christ.
In Hebrews 10:39 (the last verse of chapter 10), the writer expresses confidence that his readers will make the correct decision but also warns of the consequences of the choice: “But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved.” Then chapter 11 starts out, “Now faith is the confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for” (Hebrews 11:1–2). Then the writer lists many in the Old Testament who accomplished great things by faith. He calls on the readers to imitate their faith. Those included in this “Hall of Faith” are not perfect. Many had stunning failures, and some had serious, ongoing character defects. However, each of them came to a turning point where he chose to trust God rather than go back to what he could see—that which was safe and comfortable and appeared to be the easy way.
The author starts the Hall of Faith list with names and a brief explanation about how they exercised faith. The author speaks of Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, and Rahab. The ancient Jewish readers would have been well-acquainted with Old Testament history, so the author continues, “Time will fail me if I tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets” (Hebrews 11:32). Their acts of faith are summarized: “Who by faith conquered kingdoms, performed acts of righteousness, obtained promises, shut the mouths of lions, quenched the power of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, from weakness were made strong, became mighty in war, put foreign armies to flight. Women received back their dead by resurrection” (Hebrews 11:33–35).
Then, after highlighting all the wonderful victories achieved by faith, the passage takes an unexpected turn: “Others were tortured, not accepting their release in order that they might obtain a better resurrection; and others experienced mockings and scourgings, yes, also chains and imprisonment. They were stoned, they were sawn in two, they were tempted, they were put to death with the sword; they went about in sheepskins and goatskins, being destitute, afflicted ill-treated (men of whom the world was not worthy) wandering in deserts and caves and holes in the ground” (Hebrews 11:35–38, NASB1995). The life of faith does not mean things will always go well. A careful reader would not be surprised by this, for the very first man on the list, Abel, was killed because he pleased God.
Ultimately, all of these in the Hall of Faith “gained approval through their faith, but did not receive what was promised because God had provided something better for us, so that apart from us they should not be made perfect” (Hebrews 11:39–40, NASB). In other words, the Hall of Faith can include the present readers if they will also exercise the same faith. In fact, the heroes of the faith will not experience all God intends for them until all of God’s plan has been completed, which includes the readers of Hebrews at that time and even today. “Going back” to the Old Testament system would actually be a denial of the faith of the Old Testament heroes who trusted God and moved forward.
All of these “heroes of faith” in the Hall of Faith should be an inspiration, yet Hebrews 12 gives us the ultimate example: “Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of God. For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you may not grow weary and lose heart” (Hebrews 12:2–3, NASB1995).
Faith does not guarantee that things will go smoothly for us. It does guarantee that we will be living in such a way that God is pleased with us and that we will experience His blessing, even in the midst of trouble and persecution. We can join the Hall of Faith if we trust the promises of God through Christ.
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Once the cows have been milked, the milk is stored in the bulk cooling tank (a cooled storage tank) on the farm. The milk is collected from the farms every two days by the cooperative’s tanker, ready to be transported to the dairy.
2Arrival of whole milk
On arrival at the dairy, the milk is checked for quality and samples are taken for analysis.
If the quality of milk reaches our standards, it is unloaded and stored in a cooled tank. However, if the quality is unacceptable, the milk is isolated, identified, and will not be used to manufacture any product.
3Skimming the milk
Using “centrifugation” to skim the milk makes it possible to separate the milk into two parts:
- skimmed milk
- and cream.
Milk heated to a temperature of 60° is continually squirted into a skimmer-centrifuge, which spins at a very high speed. This is how the cream comes out of the top centre of the skimmer and the skimmed milk comes out from the outside.
Did you know?
The name ‘cream’ is only given to the product which comes from skimming whole milk with a fat content of at least 30%.
The name ‘low fat cream’ is given to a product containing between 12% and 21% fat content.
4Pasteurising the cream
The cream is then pasteurised (heated to between 65° and 95° for 20 seconds) to remove any microorganisms in the cream. Then it is cooled down again.
Once the cream has been separated from the milk, it is in a naturally liquid state.
To make thick cream, the cream must be fermented. To do this, lactic ferments are added, and after these have matured, the cream has a thicker texture and a richer, more acidic taste.
The final stage is packaging our fresh creams.
Once it has reached a certain pH level, the cream may be packaged in our cream pots.
They are then put into boxes, then onto pallets and chilled before being sent all over the world, ready for you to find on the shelves of your local stores!
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 7, 2013 – AARP and LivePitch Media today announced the 10 startup finalists for the second annual AARP Health Innovation @50+ LivePitch – http://health50.org – which will take place May 31, 2013 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This premier showcase features the most innovative startup companies in the “50 and over” health technology and innovation sector.
This year’s expert Judges include: Geoffrey Clapp, Health IT Entrepreneur and Advisor to Rock Health; Brad Fluegel, Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, Walgreen Co.; Alan E. Hall, Founder, Partner, Island Park Investments; Mercato, MarketStar, Grow America; and Nina Kjellson, General Partner, InterWest. The show is emcee’d by Lisa Suennen, Managing Member, Psilos Group.
Investors and industry professionals are invited to register to attend Health Innovation@50+ LivePitch. Attendees can register for $399 ($100 off the door price) when they do so prior to May 31st at http://Health50.org. Registration includes access to the full-day event, lunch, networking, an evening reception, a copy of the exclusive proprietary research report: Health Innovation Frontiers: Untapped Market Opportunities for the 50+, AARP LivePitch Dealbook containing detailed profiles of all 127 companies that applied to pitch at the competition, access to AARP’s Life@50+ expo hall (May 30 – June 1) and a ticket to The Temptations and The Four Tops (May 31, at 7:30 pm).
This year’s finalists:
AdhereTech has created wireless pill bottles that improve medication adherence. These bottles measure the exact number of pills in the bottle in real-time, wirelessly send this HIPAA-compliant data into the cloud, and remind patients to take their medication via automated phone call or text message.
Caremerge provides simple mobile/web apps that help simplify care coordination and communication between families and care takers/providers caring for their loved ones.
CoPatient identifies medical billing errors and negotiates medical debt for consumers. Individuals have few tools or trusted resources to know if the medical bills they receive are accurate. Our Advocates find errors in the majority of bills reviewed, realizing savings between 30-70%!
Home Team Therapy uses online video and the Microsoft Kinect sensor to help physical therapy patients exercise at home. We deliver a fully personalized physical rehabilitation experience that is driven by a physical therapist’s medical expertise and coaching.
LabDoor uses science to tell you what’s really in dietary supplements. On iOS and LabDoor.com, consumers scan or search a product for instant A-F grades based on the safety and efficacy of the product. LabDoor reverse-engineers hundreds of products to expose inaccurate labels, contaminated products, and false claims.
LifeVest is the “stock” tied to your health. By tying health incentives directly to improved health, we transform the abstract value of health into something concrete, cash. Beyond making wellness smarter and more efficient, LifeVest is changing the way we see our health by changing how we value it.
Lively is developing activity-sharing products for our aging parents and other elder loved ones to stay independent and feel safer living on their own. Co-founders Iggy Fanlo, David Glickman and Keith Dutton have extensive experience bringing innovative, loved consumer products to market. Lively’s offering will be available in July 2013.
SoundFest develops and sells RealClarity, a patent-pending system, consisting of an app and an elegant wireless earpiece to offer a powerful, low-cost solution for hearing assistance. SoundFest is two years old and led by successful entrepreneurs and signal processing experts.
Veristride provides an integrated shoe insole / smartphone / analysis solution that gives users their own information about their movement abilities, including real-time information and feedback. We seek to allow older adults to evaluate, track, and improve mobility and stability in the comfort of their own homes and communities.
Wello lowers the barriers to getting healthy by delivering a convenient and accountable fitness solution. Clients find qualified trainers in an online marketplace and seamlessly schedule, pay for and interact over live, two-way video, either 1-on-1 or with a group using a laptop and webcam.
The two winning companies will receive bragging rights. Having won either the consumer or judges favorite trophy, winners show that they are leading the way in innovative, cutting-edge healthcare technology.
In addition, winners will have the opportunity to interview with the attending consumer, technology and venture media, putting them in the spotlight as leaders in the future of healthcare technology. They will also take home prize packages containing valuable tech-related products and distribution opportunities.
There are two prize packages. Both the Judges’ Winner and the Consumers’ Winner will take home the following:
1. AARP LivePitch Trophy
2. Apple Mini
3. Registration & Exhibit space at AARP’s National Event & Expo in Boston in 2014
4. Pitch Time and AARP Media coverage
5. Opportunity to present at the InnovateLTC Health Innovation Pitch Contest
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of more than 37 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment security and retirement planning. We advocate for consumers in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services. A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world’s largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP en Español, a bilingual news source. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates. The AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp.org.
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PayPal’s stock price has not performed well this year
PayPal (ticker: PYPL) last year’s share price rose 114%, but this year (as of 11/23/2021) has plummeted by 20%! And most of the decline occurred in the last three months. Why did the representative enterprise of the new generation of financial innovation (Fintech) be so? To put it simply, there are several reasons:
- Last year, the stock price went too far.
- The impact of a series of major industry-related events that have occurred in the past three months.
- The rapid evolution of payment trends.
These things caused such a decline that everyone could not predict and beyond everyone’s expectations, because the competitiveness of a leading manufacturer cannot be lost within three months; the details of these influencing factors are discussed in this article.
Quarterly revenue growth rate decelerates
Wall Street and the capital market are fair, and investors are smart and fair. From the table below, the revenue growth rate of PayPal in the past few quarters this year is indeed not very good compared with the same period last year, or even said to be bad. But don’t forget that last year PayPal was the biggest boost to its revenue due to the help of the COVID-19 pandemic. But the capital market and investors are fair. Last year’s revenue growth has been reflected in PayPal’s stock price increase last year. Please note that the pandemic started in the second quarter of last year!
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PayPayl’s market share
According to a report by Statista in 2020, 80% of the top 100 retailers in the United States have provided PayPal payment options. Not only that, more than 70% of online buyers in the US have a PayPal account. These two data fully prove the strong penetration rate of PayPal.
In July 2015, PayPal was spun off from the former parent company eBay (ticker: EBAY) and independently listed on the US stock market. Since then, the company’s business has performed very well, and the stock price has risen all the way. However, in February 2018, eBay announced that the default payment option of its e-commerce auction platform would be switched from PayPal to the Dutch payment giant Adyen (ticker: ADYYF); the impact was too great, and PayPal is still a platform option until 2023.
However, eBay is still the top five auction e-commerce companies in the United States, and the demand for payment is huge. The loss of this golden goose has really caused a great impact to PayPal. The following is what I have compiled for you. In recent years, eBay has accounted for the percentage of PayPal’s transaction volume (TPV):
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Obviously, the percentage of eBay’s in total PayPal transaction volume has been declining year by year. The main reason is that PayPal has expanded other businesses and customers. Another reason is of course eBay’s gradually walked away from PayPal. Conversely, thinking that if you don’t lose eBay, it will greatly help PayPal’s revenue. This is certain.
Amazon’s deliberate obstruction
PayPal has been trying to step into the Amazon platform for a long time, trying to share the huge payment pie on the Amazon e-commerce platform, but it has been obstructed by Amazon (Amazon has its own Amazon Pay, but it is very unsuccessful; and it is a direct competitor with PayPal) and did not gain much ground or advantages there (such as exclusive payment methods, preferential rates, convenience, assistance in promotion, etc.)
Investors may think this is no a big deal, but what I want to express is that Amazon is one of the very few platform in the world who dare to resist PayPal. There is no other reason, because Amazon dares to do so with the backing of its amazing economic scale, and PayPal’s main business is online payment, which happens to be the main source of PayPal’s business revenue.
On November 11, 2021, Amazon announced the cancellation of the payment option for Visa (ticker: V) in the UK. In the following several days, not only did the stock prices of Visa and Mastercard (ticker: MA) plummet, but also caused the share prices of other payment companies. It has fallen for many days. PayPal is the leader in the industry, and it is naturally impossible to escape. The company’s stock price has broken through US$ 185, which is unimaginable.
BNPL fintech’s competition
After years of hard work, it’s fine if there is no progress on the Amazon platform, but in the last one or two years, a new payment method of BNPL has emerged, subverting the old payment method of financial technology companies led by PayPal.
Although PayPal itself hurriedly launched a similar Pay in 4 service, it was too late; because consumers are actually anchored, they do not think that PayPal is the provider of BNPL (this is a human psychological bias, irrelevant to the facts) ), and the Pay in 4 service launched by PayPal cannot be differentiated and has no fundamentally strong appeal, causing failure in the young people market, because most of the people who use BNPL services are young people.
The bad idea of acquiring Pinterest
Since the beginning of this year, the stock price of PayPal has been weak, and the management team ran into the common problem of mature large companies, “Institutional imperative“ , and it has been whimsical to invest in irralative areas — want to grow through mergers and acquisitions. It came up with a bad idea to acquire Pinterest. In all respects, it is unreasonable: Pinterest has stagnated, and the two businesses are not complementary at all. It means the acquiring is ridiculous.
If this transaction is completed, it will be the largest acquisition in the consumer Internet field in the past 10 years. This idea was revealed by the media on 10/22/2021, and PayPal’s stock price plummeted by more than 7% in two consecutive trading days. Almost no shareholders of Wall Street and PayPal voted in favor, causing the market value to continue to shrink, forcing PayPal to cancel this acquisitions that are completely unreasonable. But it was too late and did not stop the stock price from falling.
Affirm is available on Amazon.com
The Amazon cooperation case failed. Seeing that the new BNPL operator Affirm began to enter the Amazon platform, and Amazon announced the cancellation of the Visa payment option in the United Kingdom, If the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold, causing PayPal’s share price to drop below US$ 185 and it has fallen as high as 42% from the all time high (as of 11/23/2021)!
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Supply chain risks have shown that they can trigger delays in shipping and production worldwide — but software supply chain risks can poison a business overnight.
Core business operations have been affected in recent incidents like the sophisticated SolarWinds campaign or vulnerabilities in open source libraries that are commonly used but hidden under layers of dependencies, like Log4j. Gartner listed digital supply chain risks as one of the top 7 security and risk management trends for the year, predicting that almost half of organizations worldwide will experience software supply chain attacks by 2025.
The risks are rising, technical controls alone are not enough protection, and organizations face several challenges for risk management.
Organizations might fail to manage software supply chain risks when they:
- Struggle to negotiate favorable terms as they buy software from their suppliers
- Procure or deploy software without inputs from cybersecurity teams, for fear of being blocked or delayed
- Procure software from a third party that has not developed and does not own the source code, or has dependencies on parties farther down the line
- Have a business culture that chooses to “accept the risks” until there is an incident
- Have not established a cross-functional enterprise approach to managing the risk
Risks can arise from sophisticated attacks made by nation-states, or from comparatively simple attacks by ransom seekers. In either case, organizations need software supply chain risk management in place.
Criticality and impact analysis
To manage software supply chain risks, organizations should start with an understanding of what they are entrusting to software suppliers. Perform a business criticality and impact analysis for each third-party application.
As you complete the matrix, consider questions like:
- Can we continue as usual if we suddenly lost access to this software? If not, what would be the impact of that loss?
- How risky is that data being handled by that software? What would be the consequence of that data one day appearing on the open internet?
During this phase, organizations should also evaluate whether the new application will expand the organization’s attack surface. This can give attackers opportunities to pivot internally to other critical assets, using API calls for example.
Risk tolerance estimation
After organizations plot each third-party application on a criticality and impact matrix, they should consider the amount of risk they can tolerate in each matrix band. For instance: What would make you feel confident in your supplier’s ability to resist attacks against your riskiest data or most critical apps?
Quantify the impact of a potential disruption, and the likelihood of disruption if a control point should fail, to help define the security requirements you expect to see implemented in the software that you are considering. For example, the sensitivity of the data involved might evoke requirements for data encryption and key management.
When a software supplier confirms that it can satisfy your baseline security requirements, that may feel like a win for the compliance team — however, the software might still use vulnerable open-source libraries, and it might not address critical security risks. How can an eager software supplier provide you with an acceptable level of comfort?
For some organizations, that acceptable level of comfort would require a full-scale adversarial test using the most sophisticated intrusion techniques. Other organizations might want a thorough understanding of the supplier’s internal security controls, like asking the supplier to demonstrate adherence to leading secure software development lifecycle and DevSecOps practices, or show that controls have been validated by a reputable auditor. You might choose to perform security testing on your own.
Most cybersecurity leaders are faced with the reality of having to balance security against resource availability and responsiveness to the business. So, it may not be practical to engage NSA-certified testers for each of the most critical applications. Here are some of the assurance activities that can provide appropriate confidence — and level of comfort — in the security posture of a third-party software solution:
Moment-on-time reviews are insufficient in today’s world of weekly, if not daily, code releases. So, how frequently should you conduct testing? Your approach can range from an annual self-attestation or recertification to monthly vulnerability find-and-fix reports from your software suppliers. You could even enroll in a continuous manual penetration testing program where your third-party applications are tested without prior notice to the software supplier.
Secure software acquisition policy
Your software supply chain risk analysis, security requirements, and approach to assurance requirements will help define your internal policy and decision-making process for software acquisition.
This secure software acquisition policy should cover how your organization thinks about its data and business operations, capturing your criticality impact analysis and the levels of assurance appropriate for each criticality and impact band. It should also include the appropriate terms of acquisition, or the requirements imposed on the organization’s software suppliers.
This policy should be detailed enough to direct contract negotiations with software vendors, ensuring the right security requirements are included and that terms flow down to nth-party providers of code for critical and sensitive applications. “The secure software acquisition policy is an expression of consensus about the organization’s risk tolerance,” noted Grant Thornton Cybersecurity and Privacy Advisory Services Managing Director Maxim Kovalsky.
“The secure software acquisition policy is an expression of consensus about the organization’s risk tolerance.”
The point where you negotiate terms with a vendor is not the time to internally ask, “Really, how committed are we to our policy?” That’s why senior business leaders should be prepared to accept that a software supplier’s inability to follow this policy may require walking away from an otherwise desirable business relationship.
Roles and responsibilities
Your secure software acquisition policy needs to identify the stakeholders involved in the software acquisition process and their roles in this process. This helps to ensure the appropriate support for your policy, and clearly defines important roles and responsibilities across the organization, such as:
- Software acquisition and testing requirements, in process flows with distinct decision trees based on pre-set criteria and technology platforms or solution categories.
- Swim lanes or defined activities across all stakeholders, including:
- Business and technology owners
- Back-office support teams, like sourcing, procurement and supply chain
- Second line of defense (LOD) subject matter expert groups, like compliance, technology, business continuity and security
It is important to ensure that each area understands its responsibilities for enforcing the policy. Outside of established Secure SDLC standards and company policies, management oversight for control points in the development and change processes can quickly break down when you introduce third parties and, in turn, their own suppliers. Control execution might pass down the supply chain to vendors, but your organization remains responsible to monitor control adherence.
- Business owners (application owners) must:
- Articulate their risk tolerance
- Identify critical nth parties throughout the software supply chain
- Perform routine ongoing monitoring of service delivery
- Track KPIs and KRIs
- Act as the key reviewer and approver for technology platform acquisitions and changes
- Perform user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Procurement must:
- Ensure that the requirements articulated in the secure software acquisition policy are reflected in each software acquisition and development contract
- Provide governance and oversight of the onboarding and contracting processes
- Legal must:
- Act as the decision maker on approved contract terms and conditions, SLA’s and vendor responsibilities, including control points and fourth-party oversight
- Define in-scope legal requirements and terms/jurisdictions to which the agreement will be subject
- Privacy must:
- Establish minimum standards and requirements for data-privacy-related processing activities and inventory
- Perform Subject Matter Expert consultation and data types/classification, privacy requirements and processing activities spanning outsourced technologies and third party providers
- IT Operations must:
- Establish technical requirements for system architecture, hosting/access mechanisms and operational resilience
- Perform Subject Matter Expert consultation over the contracting process and software acquisition due diligence
- Security must:
- Establish minimum standards and requirements for security, development, and testing standards
- Perform Subject Matter Expert consultation over the contracting process and software acquisition due diligence
- Act as a key reviewer and control owner throughout the acquisition, development, and implementation of technology solution
- Risk and Compliance must:
- Serve a control or monitoring function (such as second line of defense oversight) to ensure compliance with secure software acquisition policy
- Consult risk, IT and third-party-management experts as needed to monitor compliance with secure software acquisition policy and perform centralized, repeatable, high-volume and lower-risk control functions on behalf of the business
Digital supply chain risk management requires unity
To assess and manage digital supply chain risks, organizations need:
- Criticality and impact analysis which provides input for the
- Risk tolerance estimation that forms the baseline for
- Security testing that is detailed and required in a
- Secure software acquisition policy that outlines controls with the
- Roles and responsibilities for risk management
With all of this in place, organizations will require unity around the importance of software supply chain risk management.
All of the individuals identified in your policy must understand their roles and the importance of enforcing the policy. Any exception to the policy is a fundamental flaw, as it brings into question the hard-earned consensus about the organization’s risk tolerance. An exception can also introduce questions like: How frequent are exceptions allowed, and who is assuming these risks across the organization?
While many organizations treat policy exceptions and risk acceptances as synonyms, we argue that risk acceptance naturally occurs as you determine your requirements and level of assurance appropriate for the business use cases of software being procured. That is, the organization may accept that a less critical application will be subject to less stringent security requirements, and that visibility into how those requirements are enforced may be limited. Exceptions then should be treated as a deferral of specific assessment activities and controls until a date in the very near future.
Software supply chain risks are only growing in their importance, as shown by recent attacks and legislation like the White House Executive Order 14028: Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity. Increasingly, these attacks pose a fundamental business risk to organizations. That’s why it is essential to intentionally form and enforce an organizational policy that helps to manage software supply chain risks.
Maxim (Max) Kovalsky is a Managing Director in Grant Thornton's Cybersecurity & Privacy practice, based in the New York City office.
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