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|Born||May 25, 1929, Brooklyn, New York|
|Died||July 2, 2007, New York, New York|
|Genre(s)||Opera, Classical Music|
|Occupation(s)||Opera singer; Arts administrator|
|Years active||Opera singer 1933-1980|
Arts administrator 1979–2005
Beverly Sills (May 25, 1929 – July 2, 2007) was perhaps the best-known American opera singer in the 1960s and 1970s. She was famous for her performances in coloratura soprano roles in operas around the world and on recordings. After retiring from singing in 1980, she became the general manager of the New York City Opera. In 1994, she became the Chairman of Lincoln Center and then, in 2002, of the Metropolitan Opera. Sills lent her celebrity to further her charity work for the prevention and treatment of birth defects.
At its 1981 commencement ceremonies, Barnard College awarded Sills its highest honor, the Barnard Medal of Distinction. She was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame in 2007. She was also a recipient of the highly prestigious Kennedy Center Honors.
For the creative artist it becomes important to understand the power of ones art in influencing the society in which one lives and works. Hence the power of music must be used with a certain moral and ethical responsibility. During her distinguished and multi-faceted career, Beverly Sills was a committed advocate of the arts and especially opera. As a singer, director, teacher and administrator she demonstrated an indefatigable vitality to place art and culture in the forefront of civic concerns. This advocacy made her a natural leader in the quest for a greater awareness of the importance of art in society. She once said, "You may be disappointed if you fail, but you are doomed if you don't try."
Sills underwent successful surgery for cancer in 1974, but succumbed to an aggressive form of lung cancer on July 2, 2007. She was 78 years old.
Life and career
Sills was born Belle Miriam Silverman in Brooklyn, New York to Shirley Bahn (née Sonia Markovna), a musician, and Morris Silverman, an insurance broker. Her parents were Jewish immigrants from Odessa and Bucharest, Romania. Retrieved October 9, 2007. She was raised in Brooklyn, New York, where she was known, among friends, as "Bubbles" Silverman. As a child, she spoke Yiddish, Russian, Romanian, French and English.
At the age of three, Sills won a "Miss Beautiful Baby" contest, in which she sang "The Wedding of Jack and Jill." Beginning at age four, she performed professionally on the Saturday morning radio program, "Rainbow House," as "Bubbles" Silverman. Sills began taking singing lessons with Estelle Liebling at the age of seven and a year later sang in the short film Uncle Sol Solves It (filmed August 1937, released June 1938 by Educational Pictures), by which time she had adopted her stage name, Beverly Sills. Liebling encouraged her to audition for CBS Radio's Major Bowes' Amateur Hour, and on October 26, 1939 at the age of 10, Sills was the winner of that week's program. Bowes then asked her to appear on his Capital Family Hour, a weekly variety show. Her first appearance was on November 19, 1939, the seventeenth anniversary of the show, and she appeared frequently on the program thereafter.
In 1945, Sills made her professional stage debut with a Gilbert and Sullivan touring company produced by Jacob J. Shubert. In her 1987 autobiography, she wrote, "The Shubert tour… was exhausting. In two months, we played Providence, Boston, Hartford, Montreal, Toronto, Detroit, Cleveland, Madison and Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Indianapolis, and Cincinnati…. We performed seven different G&S operettas: The Mikado,, The Pirates of Penzance H.M.S. Pinafore, The Gondoliers, Patience, Iolanthe, and Trial by Jury. Gilbert and Sullivan were gifted, funny writers, and I could always count on certain songs of theirs to bring down the house…. I played the title role in Patience, and I absolutely loved the character, because Patience is a very funny, flaky girl. My favorite line in the operetta occurs when someone comes up to her and says, "Tell me, girl, do you ever yearn?" And Patience replies, "I yearn my living." I played her as a dumb Dora all the way through and really had fun with the role…. I made her into a bit of a klutz, as well. My Patience grew clumsier and clumsier with each performance, and audiences seemed to like her all the more for it. I certainly did. I found that I had a gift for slapstick humor, and it was fun to exercise it on stage." Sills sang operettas for several years.
In 1947, she made her operatic stage debut as the Spanish gypsy Frasquita in Bizet's Carmen with the Philadelphia Civic Opera. She toured North America with the Charles Wagner Opera Company, in the fall of 1951 singing Violetta in La traviata and, in the fall of 1952, singing Micaëla in Carmen, On September 15, 1953, she made her debut with the San Francisco Opera as Helen of Troy in Boito's Mefistofele and also sang Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni the same season. On October 29, 1955, she first appeared with the New York City Opera as Rosalinde in Johann Strauss II's Die Fledermaus, which received critical praise. Her reputation expanded with her performance of the title role in the New York premiere of Douglas Stuart Moore's The Ballad of Baby Doe in 1958.
On November 17, 1956, Sills married journalist Peter Greenough, of the Cleveland, Ohio newspaper The Plain Dealer and moved to Cleveland. She had two children with Greenough, Meredith ("Muffy") in 1959 and Peter, Jr. ("Bucky") in 1961. Muffy was profoundly deaf and Peter was severely mentally disabled. Sills restricted her performing schedule to care for her children.
In 1960, Sills and her family moved to Milton, Massachusetts, near Boston. In 1962, Sills sang the title role in Massenet's Manon with the Opera Company of Boston, the first of many roles for opera director Sarah Caldwell. Manon continued to be one of Sills' signature roles throughout most of her career. In January 1964, she sang her first Queen of the Night in Mozart's The Magic Flute for Caldwell. Although Sills drew critical praise for her coloratura technique and for her performance, she was not fond of the latter role reportedly. Some have said they observed that she often passed the time between the two arias and the finale addressing holiday cards.
Peak singing years
In 1966, the New York City Opera revived Handel's then virtually unknown opera seria Giulio Cesare (with Norman Treigle as Cæsar), and Sills' performance as Cleopatra made her an international opera star. Sills also made her "unofficial" Met debut in its "Opera in the Parks" program as Donna Anna in Don Giovanni, though nothing further came of this other than offers from Rudolf Bing for roles such as Flotow's Martha. In subsequent seasons at the NYCO, Sills had great successes in the roles of the Queen of Shemakha in Rimsky-Korsakov's Le coq d'or, the title role in Manon, Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor, and the three female leads Suor Angelica, Giorgetta, and Lauretta in Puccini's trilogy Il trittico. She also began to make recordings of her operas, first Giulio Cesare (1967) then Roberto Devereux (1969), Lucia di Lammermoor (1970), Manon (1970), La traviata (1971), Maria Stuarda (1971), The Tales of Hoffmann (with Treigle, 1972), Anna Bolena (1972), I puritani (1973), Norma (1973), The Siege of Corinth (1974), Il barbiere di Siviglia (1974-75), I Capuleti e i Montecchi (1975), Thaïs (1976), Louise (1977), Don Pasquale (1978) and Rigoletto (1978).
During this period, she made her first television appearance as a talk-show personality on "Virginia Graham's Girl Talk," a weekday series syndicated by ABC Films. An opera fan who was Talent Coordinator for the series, persuaded the producer to put her on the air and she was a huge hit. Throughout the rest of her career she shone as a talk show host.
In 1969, Sills sang Zerbinetta in the American premiere (in Concert Version) of the 1912 version of Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos with the Boston Symphony. Her performance of the role, especially Zerbinetta's aria, "Grossmächtige Prinzessin," which she sang in the original higher key, won her acclaim. (The televised performance is now available on VAI.) The second major event of the year was her debut as Pamira in Rossini's The Siege of Corinth at La Scala, a success that put her on the cover of Newsweek magazine. Her now high-profile career landed her on the cover of Time magazine in 1971, labeling her as "America's Queen of Opera." The title was appropriate because Sills had purposely limited her overseas engagements because of her family. Her major overseas appearances include debuts at London's Covent Garden, Milan's La Scala and in Naples, the Vienna State Opera, Lausanne in Switzerland, and concerts in Paris. In South America, she sang in the opera houses of Buenos Aires and Santiago, and appeared in several productions in Mexico City, including Lucia di Lammermoor with Luciano Pavarotti.
In April 1975 (following Sir Rudolf Bing's departure as director), Sills made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in The Siege of Corinth, receiving an 18-minute ovation. Other operas she sang at the Met include La traviata, Lucia di Lammermoor, Thaïs, and Don Pasquale (directed by John Dexter). Sills also continued to perform for New York City Opera, her home opera house, essaying new roles right up to her retirement, including the leading roles in Rossini's Il turco in Italia, Lehár's Die lustige Witwe and Gian Carlo Menotti's La loca, a role written especially for her. In a later interview Bing stated that his refusing to use Sills and preferring to exclusively use Italians such as Renata Tebaldi, due to the idea that American audiences expected to see Italian stars, was the single biggest mistake of his career.
In a 1997 interview, Sills said of Sir Rudolf, "Oh, Mr. Bing is an ass. [W]hile everybody said what a great administrator he was and a great this, Mr. Bing was just an improbable, impossible General Manager of the Metropolitan Opera…. The arrogance of that man."
Although Sills' voice type was characterized as a "lyric coloratura," she took on a number of heavier roles more associated with heavier voices as she grew older, including Donizetti's Lucrezia Borgia (with Susanne Marsee as Orsini) and the same composer's Tudor Queens, Anna Bolena, Maria Stuarda and Roberto Devereux (opposite Plácido Domingo in the title part). She was admired in those roles for transcending the lightness of her voice with dramatic interpretation, although it may have come at a cost: Sills later commented that Roberto Devereux "shortened her career by at least four years."
Sills was a frequent recitalist, especially in the final decade of her career. She sang in many mid-size cities and on numerous college concert series, bringing her art to many who might never see her on stage in a fully staged opera. She also sang concerts with a number of symphony orchestras. Sills was perhaps a more important force for popularizing opera than any other singer of her era through her many appearances on talk shows, including those with Johnny Carson, Dick Cavett, Mike Douglas and Dinah Shore. Sills even had her own talk show, "Lifestyles with Beverly Sills" on NBC. And in 1979 she appeared on The Muppet Show.
Some of her stage performances have been commercially distributed on video: La fille du régiment (1974), Roberto Devereux (in Tito Capobianco's production, 1975), La traviata (1976), Il barbiere di Siviglia (conducted and directed by Caldwell) and Manon (1977). Yet to be published are performances of The Magic Flute (1966), Le coq d'or (1971), Die lustige Witwe (1977), Il turco in Italia (1978) and Don Pasquale (1979).
Later years and death
In 1978, Sills announced she would retire on October 27, 1980, in a farewell gala at the New York City Opera. In the spring of 1979, she began acting as co-director of NYCO, and became its sole general director as of the fall season of that year, a post she held until 1989, although she remained on the NYCO board until 1991. During her time as general director, Sills helped turn what was then a financially struggling opera company into a viable enterprise. She also devoted herself to various arts causes and such charities as the March of Dimes.
From 1994 to 2002, Sills was chairman of Lincoln Center. In October 2002, she agreed to serve as chairman of the Metropolitan Opera, for which she had been a board member since 1991. She resigned as Met chairman in January 2005, citing family as the main reason (she had finally had to place her husband, whom she had cared for over eight years, in a nursing home). She stayed long enough to supervise the appointment of Peter Gelb, formerly head of Sony Classical Records, as the Met's General Manager, to succeed Joseph Volpe in August 2006.
Peter Greenough, Sills' husband, died on September 6 2006, at the age of 89. They would have had their 50th wedding anniversary on November 17, 2006.
She co-hosted The View for Best Friends Week on November 9, 2006, as Barbara Walters' best friend. She said that she doesn't sing anymore, even in the shower, to preserve the memory of her voice.
She appeared publicly on the big screen during HD transmissions live from the Met, interviewed during intermissions by the host Margaret Juntwait on January 6, 2007 (I puritani simulcast) and then, briefly, on April 28, 2007 (Il trittico simulcast).
On June 28, 2007, the Associated Press and CNN reported that Sills, a non-smoker at the time, was hospitalized as "gravely ill," from lung cancer. With her daughter at her bedside, Beverly Sills succumbed to cancer on July 2, 2007 at the age of 78.
Recordings and broadcasts
During her operatic career, Sills recorded eighteen full-length operas. She also starred in eight opera productions televised on PBS and participated in such specials as A Look-in at the Met with Danny Kaye in 1975, Sills and Burnett at the Met, with Carol Burnett in 1976, and Profile in Music, which won an Emmy Award for its showing in the US in 1975, although it had been recorded in England in 1971.
For many years, Sills was the host of PBS broadcasts from Lincoln Center and was sought after for speaking engagements.
Miss Sills believed that great art could improve the quality of life for anyone who had the desire and discipline to participate, either as an artist or an appreciator. This is concomitant with the views of other great artists and philosophers (Bach, Brahms, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, e.g.) who believed that music possessed an innate ability to raise consciousness and in so doing assist in contributing to the betterment of social conditions from a moral and ethic perspective.
- Long Island Music Hall of Fame Official site: (www.limusichalloffame.org)Retrieved October 9, 2007.
- Film Reference. Biography Beverly Sills.Retrieved October 9, 2007.
- International Herald Tribune-CultureJuly 3, 2007. Retrieved October 9, 2007.
- The dates of the first Bowes appearances are incorrect in most printed sources about Sills.
- Beverly Sills Beverly: An Autobiography, (1987): 29-32
- Brian Morgan. Strange Child of Chaos: Norman Treigle, (iUniverse, 2006): 176-177)
- New York Times, Obituaries September 8, 2006. Retrieved October 9, 2007.
- Boston.com"Beverly Sills, People's diva dies."Retrieved October 10, 2007.
ReferencesISBN links support NWE through referral fees
- Paolucci, Bridget. Beverly Sills. NY: Chelsea House Publishers, 1990. ISBN 155546677X
- Sargeant, Withrop. Divas. New York: Coward, McCann & Geoghegan, 1973. ISBN 0698104897
- Sills, Beverly. Bubbles: A Self-Portrait. 1976. ISBN 0446815209
- Sills, Beverly and Lawrence Linderman. Beverly: An Autobiography. New York: Bantam Books, 1987. ISBN 0553051733
All links retrieved January 21, 2022.
- Beverly Sills Online: tribute site with discography, bibliography, photo gallery, sound and video clips, timeline, press articles and other resources.
- Beverly Sills at All Music Guide
- Beverly Sills:Special mother to the special children: summarizes Sills' charitable work for disabled children.
- Beverly Sills at the Internet Movie Database: Filmography
- Beverly Sills: National Women's Hall of Fame profile
- Beverly Sills at BrainyQuote: quotations
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2. The year weeding became your chore, you did it without your mother asking you to and she gave you a curt nod of approval because she looked around and saw that it was good. She was god and you were thirsty for redemption.
3. You loved weeding. You loved coercing the roots out of the earth wedged in between the inter locked tiles. Or when you were angry, yanking them out in one fluid motion.
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Olabimpe is a law student who often thinks the world is a simulation. Her works have appeared in Fiction Limbo, wndrr and Nantygreens. You can find her on Instagram @borednigeriangirl.
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In this case study, we will explore the advantages of transitioning to LED lighting for commercial businesses, highlighting the benefits and economic value provided by Nichent Energy. LED lighting technology has gained significant popularity due to its numerous advantages over conventional lighting solutions such as fluorescent lamps. By examining a real-life scenario and considering relevant research findings, we will demonstrate the positive impact of LED lighting on energy consumption, maintenance costs, and environmental sustainability.
Case Study Overview:
For this case study, we will focus on a commercial building, UTeM's building, which underwent a lighting system upgrade from conventional fluorescent lamps to LED tubes. The objective is to evaluate the economic benefits derived from this transition and emphasize the cost savings associated with LED lighting.
Energy and Cost Savings:
According to a study conducted by UTeM, LED tubes were found to offer substantial energy savings when compared to fluorescent lamps . By adopting LED lighting, UTeM's building experienced a reduction in electricity consumption, resulting in significant cost savings. The reduced energy consumption leads to lower utility bills, providing a favorable return on investment for the business.
Longevity and Maintenance:
LED lighting systems are known for their extended lifespan compared to traditional lighting technologies. The longer lifespan of LEDs reduces the frequency of replacements, which, in turn, lowers maintenance costs and minimizes disruptions to business operations. LED tubes require less frequent maintenance, resulting in decreased labor and material expenses associated with lamp replacements.
Improved Lighting Quality:
LED lighting offers superior lighting quality, ensuring a well-lit and professional ambiance for commercial spaces. The case study of The Franklin Institute's parking garage demonstrates how an LED retrofit resulted in improved lighting quality and enhanced visibility . By enhancing the quality of lighting, businesses can create a safer and more appealing environment for employees, customers, and visitors.
LED lighting solutions contribute to environmental sustainability through reduced energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Compared to conventional lighting, LED technology consumes significantly less energy to produce the same level of illumination, resulting in a reduced carbon footprint. The LED retrofit at The Franklin Institute's parking garage led to a substantial reduction in energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and contributed to the organization's sustainable practices .
Switching to LED lighting provides numerous benefits for commercial businesses. Nichent Energy, as a leading provider of LED lighting solutions, emphasizes the advantages of LED technology in terms of energy efficiency, cost savings, maintenance, lighting quality, and environmental sustainability. Through the case study of UTeM's building and real-life examples like The Franklin Institute, it is evident that LED lighting is a worthwhile investment for commercial businesses, leading to long-term economic gains and contributing to a greener future.
1. Techno-Economic Analysis of LED Lighting: A Case Study in UTeM's Building. Available at: [Link](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877705813001471)
2. Commercial LED Lighting Case Study & Considerations. Available at: [Link](https://www.stouchlighting.com/blog/commercial-led-lighting-case-studies-considerations)
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TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Ronald L. Rice and Senator M. Teresa Ruiz that would allow community service in lieu of motor vehicle surcharges for the unemployed was approved today by the Senate.
The bill, S-1585, would establish a “Motor Vehicle Surcharge Community Service Program” to allow a person who is unemployed, unable to pay, but who has enrolled in an education or job training program to perform community service in lieu of paying motor vehicle surcharges.
“Individuals affected by this unfortunate situation find themselves caught between a rock and a hard place. They don’t have the means to pay for the surcharges they owe because they are not working, but the penalties only increase with time. And without a license, it becomes even more difficult to find and keep a job,” said Senator Rice (D-Essex). “It’s a perpetual cycle, and this program offers an alternative means to pay up for the debt and allows these individuals to become contributing members in their communities.”
Eligible community service projects would include, but are not limited to, improvements to county and municipal buildings, grounds, roads, streams, and other county or municipal property. The volunteer labor used by a municipality or county would not displace or remove from employment any paid public or private employee or in any way reduce the workforce within a county or municipality.
The program would be administered by the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development, who would coordinate with the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission to waive motor vehicle surcharges imposed on applicants who complete a community service project in participating counties and municipalities. The bill would apply only in localities where the governing body of the county or municipality has applied for participation through the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
“In many instances, residents whose driving privileges have been revoked are less likely to be able to find gainful employment. This program will offer an alternative to the hefty surcharges that can be crippling for some and will provide a second chance to those who are struggling to make ends meet,” added Senator Ruiz.
In instances where the driving privilege of an applicant has been suspended for failure to pay surcharges, the chief administrator would be required to reinstate driving privileges upon the start of the community service program. If an applicant fails to complete the community service, his or her total outstanding motor vehicle surcharges and any interest accrued would become due immediately. Additionally, the applicant’s driving privilege would be suspended until satisfying the outstanding surcharge assessment.
Drivers whose outstanding surcharges are imposed for drunk driving convictions or refusal to submit to a blood alcohol content test would not eligible to participate in this program under the bill, as well as charges for motor vehicle violations or convictions for which points are assessed.
The bill further provides that a qualifying applicant would not be denied participation in the program due to a lack of volunteer labor projects.
The bill was approved by a vote of 26-11. It next heads to the Assembly for consideration.
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TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Shirley K. Turner and Patrick Diegnan that would aid with child development by increasing cognitive skills, and bettering classroom behavior by ensuring all children receive some free play time during the school day cleared the Senate Education Committee today.
The bill, S-1144, would require New Jersey public schools to provide a minimum of 20 minutes a day of recess for children in grades kindergarten through fifth.
“Our students are learning every day for hours at a time, and a break is not only needed but is also beneficial to their learning,” said Senator Turner (D-Mercer/Hunterdon). “In fact, pediatricians have said that recess can be just as important as any other class in school, because having that break time in between intense cognitive challenges can help expand a child’s brain and improve their ability to process information. Research has shown how productive a person can be after taking a few minutes to rest, relax and put their mind at ease.”
According to a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation report, most school principals say that recess actually enhances the ability of children to learn in the classroom and improves academic achievement. The survey also concluded that nearly all principals surveyed believe that recess has a positive effect on the social development and general well-being of the child.
“Students need time in between their learning to let loose,” said Senator Diegnan (D-Middlesex). “The benefit of a child going out to play has been proven. Moreover, we cannot stop kids from being kids. Recess is the one time a day when they go outside and are able to choose what they do. This is important for children, especially those who are younger and still developing.”
Unfortunately many schools are taking away recess in order to focus on meeting academic standards and improving student test scores, according to Senator Turner. Forty percent of US schools have reduced or eliminated recess, according to Childhood Education, the bimonthly journal of the Association for Childhood Education International, and high-minority, high-poverty and urban schools have seen even greater cuts into the children’s recess time.
The bill does address that a student could be denied recess regarding the findings of a Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) investigation or another violation of the district’s code of student conduct.
The bill cleared the committee 4-0 and will now head to the full Senate for further consideration.
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MI5 missed a significant chance to take action that might have prevented the Manchester Arena terrorist attack, an inquiry has found.
Twenty-two people died and hundreds were injured when suicide bomber Salman Abedi detonated an explosive device in the foyer at the venue at the end of an Ariana Grande concert on May 22, 2017.
A 207 page report has found two pieces of information about Abedi were assessed at the time by the security service as not being terrorism-related, but Chairman Sir John Saunders said, having heard from MI5 witnesses at the recent hearings, he considered that did not present an “accurate picture”, reports BBC News.
One officer admitted they considered a possible pressing national security concern on one of the pieces of intelligence but did not discuss it with colleagues straightaway and did not write up a report that same day.
As a result of this, Sir John said: “The delay in providing the report led to the missing of an opportunity to take a potentially important investigative action. Based on everything the security service knew or should have known, I am satisfied that such an investigative action would have been a proportionate and justified step to take. This should have happened.”
He also went on to conclude that the intelligence could have led to Abedi being followed to the parked Nissan Micra where he stored his explosives and later moved to a city-centre rented flat to assemble his bomb.
Sir John argued that if MI5 had acted on the intelligence received then Abedi could have been stopped at Manchester Airport on his return from Libya four days before the attack.
The public inquiry also found that the attacker was probably assisted by someone in Libya, contradicting an MI5 assessment which said no-one other than Salman Abedi and his brother Hashem were knowingly involved in the plot.
Sir John said was it “more likely than not that there were others who were knowingly involved in plotting a bomb, even though they might not have known all the details”.
But he added it was not possible, on the available evidence, to say who this might have been.
Sir John’s comments were published in the inquiry’s third and final report into the atrocity, which dealt with the radicalisation of Abedi and whether the attack could have been prevented.
The inquiry process began more than three years ago, with 194 days of oral evidence given by 267 witnesses.
Giving his response via BBC News, Andrew Roussos, whose eight-year-old daughter Saffie-Rose was killed in the blast, said: “We all heard the evidence and knew there were failings, but hearing how this tragedy might have been avoided is devastating for us all.
“This was a cataclysmic failure, and it is clear from all of the evidence we have heard about Abedi that there were many opportunities for the security services to have ensured the bombing never happened. In my view the fact that MI5 failed to stop him despite all of the red flags available demonstrates they are not fit to keep us safe and therefore not fit for purpose.”
Richard Scorer, principal lawyer at Slater and Gordon, who represented 11 of the bereaved families at the inquiry, said the report had been “deeply painful to read, but also eye-opening”.
He added: “On the issue of the preventability of this attack, inevitably the report provides less information than we would have wanted. But it is now very clear that there was a failure to properly assess key intelligence about Salman Abedi; a failure to put it into proper context, and – most catastrophic of all – a delay in acting on it.
“As a result of these failures, at the very least, a real possibility of preventing this attack was lost. This is a devastating conclusion for us.”
My statement following today’s publication of the final report of the Manchester Arena Inquiry. pic.twitter.com/E5q54861hI
— Suella Braverman MP (@SuellaBraverman) March 2, 2023
Home Secretary Suella Braverman also reacted to the report and wrote on Twitter: “Today is a difficult day. My thoughts are with their loved ones and all those who had their lives changed forever.
“On 22 May 2017, an act of pure evil took the lives of 22 people at Manchester Arena. I am committed to working with MI5, policing and partners to study the recommendations. Together we will do everything possible to prevent a repeat of this horrifying attack.”
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The goal of the NNLM is to advance the progress of medicine and improve public health by providing U.S. health professionals with equal access to biomedical information and improving individuals' access to information to enable them to make informed decisions about their health.
NNLM offers funding for projects that improve access to health information, increase engagement with research and data, expand professional knowledge, and support outreach that promotes awareness and use of NLM resources in local communities. Learn more about NNLM's operations and mission.
Looking for assistance? Browse our staff directory to find contact information, and get to know the RML staff by reading their personal bios.
Learn more about how to contact regional support for DOCLINE.
NNLM has Twitter feeds, Facebook pages, and many blogs! Choose your favorite way to keep up with what's happening in your region.
NNLM is coordinated by 14 institutions across the United States. Browse our employment opportunities to find open positions available near you.
New to NNLM? Learn about our national initiatives and highlights
Learn how the NNLM engages with communities to raise awareness of trusted, high-quality, and relevant information and develop strategies to improve health and data literacy.
This podcast series explores how the Network of the National Library of Medicine - part of the National Library of Medicine - is engaging with communities to provide access to trusted information for the purpose of improving the public's health.
Learn how NNLM fosters learning opportunities and collaboration in data science for librarians, library students, and other information professionals.
Learn how NNLM champions health sciences librarianship and diversity in the LIS pipeline.
Learn how the NNLM promotes technological equity, digital literacy, and telehealth through long-term partnerships and collaborations to bring access to online health information.
Learn how the NNLM will establish a baseline of understanding of Environmental Determinants of Health for NNLM members
The NLM traveling exhibitions, available free of charge, present inspiring stories about history, society, and medicine. Drawn from NLM, they connect visitors to trusted health information resources.
NNLM recognizes the importance of diversity in biomedical research. Learn how we work with public libraries to help communities participate in the All of Us Research Program.
The NNLM offers two resources utilizing books for discussions on health topics. You are invited to use the community programming toolkits, participate in the professional development discussion group, or both!
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A Test of Bad Forensic Science
Before the advent of DNA testing, U.S. law enforcement relied on a number of different bad forensic science techniques to connect people to crimes. Such as, handwriting samples, microscopic hair analysis, and even bite marks. As may be expected, some of these sciences are not always completely accurate.
Recently, the FBI teamed with the Department of Justice (DOJ), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), and the Innocence Project. The teams released an announcement that they concurrently and separately reviewed microscopic hair analysis cases. The result of these cases is disconcerting. In fact, it’s downright alarming.
A Difference of Opinion
According to the FBI’s press release:
“FBI microscopic hair analysts committed widespread, systematic error, grossly exaggerating the significance of their data under oath with the consequence of unfairly bolstering the prosecutions’ case.”
As Slate Magazine so aptly puts it: “The FBI faked an entire field of forensic science.” The result is, according to University of Virginia law professor Brandon L. Garrett, a “mass disaster.”
The “faked,” or bad forensic science involved microscopic examinations of hair found at the scene of a crime, as well as the hair of a suspect. In fact, this was a common practice of law enforcement for nearly thirty years. That is, until 2000, when the FBI started examining full DNA rather than just the hair itself. The DNA analysis works much better.
In reality, the microscopic hair examination technique barely worked at all, if ever. Even the Committee on Identifying the Needs of the Forensic Science Community.” Nonetheless, FBI forensic experts commonly testified in trial that the technique not only worked, but was enough to prove a suspect’s guilt.
Too Many Defendants
According to the FBI’s own report, too many scientists miscalculated the results. Twenty-six out of twenty-eight forensic scientists in the microscopic hair comparison unit “overstated forensic matches in ways that favored prosecutors.”
After examining hair found at a crime scene, the scientists compare it to a suspect’s hair in a lab. Upon finding similarities between the two, the forensic scientists often claimed the hairs matched. Unfortunately, these findings made their way to their “expert witness” testimony during trial.
This similarity/match testimony happened at a staggering rate. Of the cases that the FBI reviewed to date, 90% of the cases apply. This affected 284 defendants at their trials. This is poor, bad forensic science.
Many of the convicted defendants privy to the unfortunate microscopic hair analysis are serving jail time for felony offenses. For some, the impact was irreversible. According to the FBI’s press release,
“defendants in at least 35 of these cases received the death penalty and errors were identified in 33 of those cases… Nine of these defendants have already been executed.”
The FBI is taking steps to right their wrong. They are notifying affected defendants and allowing federal defendants to make appeals. Normally, this type of practice is not allowed in federal court. However, most of the defendants in question received state court convictions. It is now up to the states to allow these cases to reexamine these cases.
The Kavinoky Law Firm is closely monitoring the situation in California. If you believe bad forensic science practices impacted your freedom, speak with a criminal defense attorney at 1.800.NO.CUFFS. all 24/7, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
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Feel secure in all aspects of your life
Being a successful entrepreneur requires passion and a strong motivation for developing your business. But when it comes to putting your business capital to work to create wealth, lack of time and experience may hold you back.
This is where we come in. Just as you’re passionate about and an expert in your area of business, we’re passionate about and experts in managing wealth. Together with you we build a financial plan that covers both your personal wealth and the assets of your business. The plan is tailored to your personal needs and goals as well as those of your business.
At Private Banking we take a holistic view of your wealth and your life. We can help you feel secure in all aspects of your life so you can focus on your business.
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Detak Chewing Gum Remover
Chewing gum can be difficult to remove from carpets and fabrics, Detak is here to solve that problem, Detak Chewing Gum Remover is a spot application treatment that can remove chewing gum from solvent resitant carpets and fabrics.
Product of UK
Fast acting and easy to use
Powerful action – breaks down hardened gum
Economical – low cost per application
Out of stock
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At 14, Dan ran a Animated GIF (before GIFs were the in thing!) website called Trons Unlimited, where he would post WWE Stars Titantrons in GIF form, and also make custom trons too.
That led to making music videos for certain stars such as Jeff Hardy, Eddie Guerrero and more (which unfortunately are long lost).
As Not Falling Studios got more serious in 2010, more videos were made to highlights customers, DVD trailers or to hype upcoming shows.
In 2014, we made our first DVD, along with the artwork and have had many more since.
In early 2016 Not Falling Studios finalised a great deal - an actual TV show (CHAOS TV) which was planned to show in part of America, but fell through (although two episodes are on YouTube).
Massive trust was put into us when in late 2016 Waylon Reavis (formally of Mushroomhead) chose NFS to create a lyric video for his first track with new band A Killer's Confession. At last count, that video had over 118,000 views.
That video has opened the door to working with over 20 different artists on their videos.
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To get a scuba FIT has nothing to do with fitness, it does however has everything to do with how I can help you FIT into your diving equipment and diving style. Are you in doubt of what to buy, or how to proceed with your scuba diving career? You want to progress but are unsure what training to choose.?
BOOK a ScubaFIT session and get straightforward advice you can apply right away without having to get stuck buying the wrong stuff and/or spending time and money on the wrong courses.
- Do you want to get out of the water looking like a happy diver who enjoyed the dive?
- Do you feel sometimes your control underwater is a bit, out of control?
- Do you think diver training should give you more than a plastic card?
If you answer yes to these questions, I can assure you that with very little effort and a few concentrated sessions underwater with me, I can help you achieve:
1: More control during your diving
2: Use much less gas on your dives
3: Dear I say, a happy ending to all your dives ;-)
I provide coaching and training for all levels. If you want to bring your diving to another level contact me on:
1 Hour, dive review - check dive: Euro 75,- (DK 550,-)
Including, Video debrief, and advice and plan for your diving future.
1 Hour, training dive single tank or double tank: Euro 110,- (DK 850,-)
Including equipment walkthrough, Video debriefs and tailored training tips for you. Course advise and equipment advice.
For pricing on all the Scuba Courses, I offer: click here: Scuba courses pricelist
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"You concentrate on your business, we'll handle your website."
Nucom Web Hosting was set up by web developers who were frustrated with the lack of service and support given by conventional hosting companies. Most companies take a very hands-off approach. They give you space, collect their monthly fee and hope to never talk to you again.
We're very hands-on. We're used to taking a client from scratch and doing everything they need - installation, design, custom programming, Merchant Services, SSL and SEO. We never tell anyone to do it themselves - that's our job.
We've been using CFWebstore for years, almost exclusively for eCommerce stores and for smaller websites. The CMS makes setting up a website very easy. We can't compete with the large hosting companies on price but we can beat them on service every time.
As our client base grows we plan to offer more and more modules to extend CFWebstores. As developers, we've built custom features for clients - everything from payment gateways to picture galleries to blogs. With a little work we can offer these features to eveyone just by adding the code. Instead of just offering the code with instructions on how to install it, we'll include installation as part of the price. We want to keep it simple.
We have designed a comprehensive range of hosting services that allow clients to scale as required. We take the approach that "We grow as your business grows."
What does 'Nucom' mean?
The Internet has revolutionized not only our economy but our entire society. When we first started as web developers we tried to do everything online - from paying bills to booking flights. We wanted to participate in the "new economy." Nucom is a loose contraction of "new economy."
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It is an unprimeable number.
Almost surely, 2963966180 is an apocalyptic number.
It is an amenable number.
It is a practical number, because each smaller number is the sum of distinct divisors of 963966180, and also a Zumkeller number, because its divisors can be partitioned in two sets with the same sum (1394265600).
It is a pseudoperfect number, because it is the sum of a subset of its proper divisors.
963966180 is a wasteful number, since it uses less digits than its factorization.
963966180 is an odious number, because the sum of its binary digits is odd.
The square root of 963966180 is about 31047.8047533155. The cubic root of 963966180 is about 987.8414965888.
The spelling of 963966180 in words is "nine hundred sixty-three million, nine hundred sixty-six thousand, one hundred eighty".
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The purpose of the Lawyer Referral & Information Service (LRIS) Committee is to make decisions necessary to the conduct and procedures of the Service and to ensure compliance with the State Bar of California rules of certification and meets American Bar Association standards.
In addition to meeting State Bar and ABA compliance, the LRIS Committee continuously strives to make legal services more available to the general public. To achieve this goal the LRIS Committee manages the following activities:
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Do you want to start mortgage broker business?
Do you want to open a mortgage brokerage business? Well, opening a mortgage company is undeniably a business that involves a lot of effort, but the rate of return you will get after all your efforts in this business will compel you to thank yourself later for all those efforts. Everybody requires a house for shelter or a place for work, in the United States, many countrymen, as well as foreigners, aren’t capable of buying the real estate especially in big cities due to the sky-high costs.
A mortgage broker business is based on arranging transactions between the buyer and banks or real estate firms, on easy installments and down payments after taking a mortgage, debt property. The business is in great demand, as this is the only way for average or low-income people to have a property or vehicle of their own in big cities.
So, if you have planned to start this business, then don’t just build castles in the air, prepare a comprehensive and detailed business plan to take a startup. In case, the complications of writing a business plan are bothering you, you can take help from this sample business plan written on how to start a mortgage brokerage for a startup named, ‘Gary Brokerage’, owned by Gary Cleese.
2.1 The Business
Gary Brokerage will be a licensed and registered mortgages company, owned by Gary Cleese. The company will be located in New York, and will initially operate in only one city. The business is aimed to provide housing and real estate facilities to a large audience by selling mortgages for them on easy installments. Gary has many mortgages of housing and commercial buildings from the real estate business plan, he has arranged an organized section in his company for gathering and checking the required documents of the borrowers, to provide them with mortgage pre-approval. After the borrower has met with the eligibility requirements, he/she will be given the ownership of the desired property with easy to pay installments in accordance with the buyers’ income.
To start a mortgage brokerage, management is the core thing you need to focus. The business involves complicated inquiry and agreements, and long-term payments, so, you must organize each and everything, and must have a formulated management system for running this business.
Considering the importance of management system, Gary has prepared the list of employees, their jobs description, and their responsibilities in his mortgage lender business plan. Gary has decided to manage the business by himself with the help of two co-managers. The sample business plan of Gary Brokerage is given here for your help if you want to know how to start your own mortgage broker business.
Knowing your customers and their demands before starting a new business is a thing, that can help you a lot in devising your policies. Gary Brokerage is intended to serve the renters and foreigners in New York by helping them in purchasing and owning the real estate.
2.4 Target of the Company
The company aims at becoming the most recognized and the most renowned brokerage in the whole New York City within just six to seven months of the launch, by providing incomparable customer service to the inhabitants of the New York City.
3.1 Company Owner
Gary Cleese will be the owner of Gary Brokerage; Gary is an LLB from the Columbia University and has been practicing law for more than fifteen years in the New York. Now, when he has received his huge shares from the legacy, he wants to invest them in profitable businesses. Gary has an in-depth knowledge about agreements and inquiry needed for taking loans, and other means of buying property. He is also well-known for his public speaking and management skills; he is starting a loan broker business, to invest his skills and money in a project which he finds the most suitable for himself.
3.2 Why the Business is being started
After receiving his shares, Gary has more than enough money to invest in some business. Throughout all his career, he has practiced law on dealing with the disputes on land ownership. This experience of Gary has made him a well-informed person about all types of land ownership, and tuned in with the pioneers of real estate and mortgage business. Gary has many unique mortgage broker marketing ideas, and he can only work on them by opening his own brokerage.
The other reason of starting a mortgage brokerage is the rising demand of this business. Shelter is a basic necessity of every human, and in the big cities like New York, what most average people are deprived of is shelter; a land of their own. In New York, the median price to buy a house is $1.6 million, which makes it about impossible for a foreigner, a beginner entrepreneur or a new jobholder to own real estate. Such people prefer to pay some down payment and buy a mortgage on economical installments.
3.3 How the Business will be started
Gary has planned everything about his business, he even has got prepared his mortgage business plan template. A large building on the 5th Avenue will be used as the company’s office. The business will be registered by the NMLS, Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry. Gary has relations with top real estate owners, he will collect information about several mortgages to lend to the borrowers before starting the business. A team of trusted and dedicated members will be hired to assist Gary in running the business. The borrowers will have a variety of choices in buying a mortgage by remaining in their income range and needs. Organized and separate sections will be made for maintaining the proper inspections and records of both the borrowers and the lenders. Gary has decided to provide the borrowers with the right of recession, furthermore, he’ll have flexible policies in case of mortgage defaults.
The detailed start-up requirements, start-up funding, start-up expenses, total assets, total funding required, total liabilities, total planned investment, total capital and liabilities as forecasted by experts, are given below:
|Research and Development||$32,750|
|TOTAL START-UP EXPENSES||$187,300|
|Other Current Assets||$232,500|
|Start-up Expenses to Fund||$11,875|
|Start-up Assets to Fund||$15,000|
|TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED||$0|
|Non-cash Assets from Start-up||$18,750|
|Cash Requirements from Start-up||$0|
|Additional Cash Raised||$18,750|
|Cash Balance on Starting Date||$21,875|
|Liabilities and Capital||$0|
|Accounts Payable (Outstanding Bills)||$0|
|Other Current Liabilities (interest-free)||$0|
|Additional Investment Requirement||$0|
|TOTAL PLANNED INVESTMENT||$695,000|
|Loss at Start-up (Start-up Expenses)||$313,125|
|TOTAL CAPITAL AND LIABILITIES||$251,875|
Services for customers
You have to decide your services before starting a mortgage lending company because in a mortgage business you have to do all the pre-work required for a certain service you are going to provide. For example, if you decide to provide home equity loans, you have to work out on it to fulfill its requirements and employing the needed company persons for estimating property value as well as other chores.
So, if you are searching on how to start your own mortgage company, the foremost duty is to formulate a business plan including all the services you want to provide your customers as well as the detail that how will you manage to provide them with the services. If you are having difficulty in deciding your servicing, you can take help from many mortgage loan officer business plan examples available on the web like this one.
Gary Brokerage will provide the following services to its customers:
- Brokering Residential Mortgage: We’ll guide the borrower and the lender and negotiate loans between them in buying residential properties. We’ll do research in finding the requirements of our clients, and will do all the settlements and legwork on their behalf.
- Brokering Commercial & Industrial Real Estate: Commercial estate is any property bought for the purpose of generating profit. We’ll arrange the place and loans for the businessmen who want to start a new business or a branch of previously existing business but are not aware of the opportunities, taxations, and procedures of buying estate in the big city, we will save them from getting into the complications about which they knew not.
- Brokering Home Equity Loans: The persons who own some kind of property, but require loans to finance their expenses such as medical, education etc. will be given loans according to the value of their property. Gary will hire the services of appraisers to determine the value of property and interest rate on loan.
- Brokering Vehicle Loans: In case, you aren’t in a position to buy a vehicle in New York, don’t worry, Gary will buy the vehicle for you and you will need to pay the amount in the form of installments with very little interest.
Marketing Analysis of mortgage broker business
When you are taking an initiative and starting a totally new venture, you have to accustom various measures to understand the demands and requirements of the public you are going to target. The success of your startup will be entirely dependent on how efficiently you are able to communicate with the needs of your borrowers and terms and conditions of your lenders. An accurate marketing analysis is needed to be done to understand whether you will be able to start your own mortgage company or not, or whether the market you are choosing for your startup has the stamina or potential of a new startup or not. In your mortgage company business plan, you must carry out proper marketing analysis to identify your target groups before time. You have to do it before starting a mortgage company, as it will assist you in defining your services and marketing strategy.
If you are looking for help on how to start a mortgage brokerage company, you can take help from this mortgage loan officer business plan sample written for the startup of Gary Brokerage. You can also seek help from several business plan samples available on the web. However, if you are starting a mortgage broking business on large scale, then instead of taking help from this mortgage broker business plan, you should hire an expert marketing analyst to make a mortgage broker marketing plan for your startup.
A successful marketing strategy can only be developed after knowing the target audience and potential customers. Considering the significance of marketing analysis Gary has hired marketing experts for carrying out extensive research to identify his target customers and develop a unique marketing strategy to attract them.
5.1 Market Trends
Mortgage brokering business has outstanding demand due to the increasing confidence of people in the services. Reasonable economic conditions and low interest rates have constrained a lot of people in the United States to buy vehicles and real estate on mortgage loans. The business is in the mainstream right now and according to IBISWorld, is still growing at an annual rate of 5.8 percent. There are more than 844,296 real estate brokering industries currently running in the United States, generating a revenue of $155 billion annually, employing 1.1 million population of the United States. The statistics clearly demonstrate that you can generate a large amount of profit provided that you plan and market your business successfully.
5.2 Marketing Segmentation
If you are starting a mortgage brokerage business, you have to make a detailed mortgage officer bank loan business plan covering the details of how will you attract your target audience. In case, you need assistance in making your mortgage banker business plan, you can take help from this sample business plan of Gary Brokerage.
The detailed marketing segmentation of our target audience is as follows:
5.2.1 Renters: Our marketing analyst has identified this as our biggest target group. Many people in the New York City live on rent and want to own their own estate, but the lack of knowledge and money make them unable to do so. These people include foreigners, new jobholders or people with average incomes. Such people can’t afford buying a house for themselves directly. So, in order to buy a land, or house they prefer to consult a mortgage broker, and own the property by paying reasonable installments and down payment on mortgage. Our experts have defined this category as the major borrowers of our service of brokering vehicle loans too. We believe that our low interest rate, simple policies and strategic location will surely pull them to our office.
5.2.2 Businessmen: Our next target customers will be the businessmen who want to extend their setup or want to open up a new branch but do not have time to indulge in the complications of buying estate. The executives usually want to bypass the tensions of buying estate or office in a new city of entirely new trends. They prefer to contact the mortgage brokers to arrange the setup for them. Our experts have identified this group as our potential borrowers of brokering commercial and industrial real estate mortgages.
5.2.3 Property Owners: Our business is meant to serve both the lenders and the borrowers. So, our experts have identified the real estate owners and the owners of automotive industries as our third target audience. Such people will contact us whenever they want to sell their property or automobiles.
The detailed market analysis of our potential customers is given in the following table:
|Potential Customers||Growth||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3||Year 4||Year 5||CAGR|
5.3 Business Target
Gary has high goals and aims regarding the growth of his business. The target which Gary Brokerage intend to fulfill within the five years of launch is to become the most trusted and renowned mortgage broker business in the New York City. Our business target is to provide excellent and reliable service to our lenders as well as borrowers. We aim at providing top-level customer service to all our target groups. Our every employee and salesperson will treat our customers with utmost respect so as to build a long-lasting relationship with them.
However, the company also has some long-term targets which are to be fulfilled after we have established in the New York City completely. These include opening another branch of Gary Brokerage in the current or neighboring city and increasing our services to serve more and more people.
5.4 Product Pricing
Setting the prices of your services is the most thoughtful and challenging task, as you have to keep up your finances and allure the customers at the same time. To introduce ourselves to a larger audience, we have decided to keep our prices lower than our competitors in the initial phase. However, we believe that the company will still be able to fulfill its financial goals.
Sales strategy is the most decisive and effective part if you are going to start a mortgage company . In your mortgage marketing plan, you must include the ways and methodologies to increase the sales of your services and generating more and more profit. Gary carried out an extensive research and also hired the services of financial experts to work in collaboration with the company’s advertising manager and administration to devise an effective sales strategy.
If you are not clear on how to start a mortgage company or how to develop effective sales strategy, you can take help from this mortgage loan officer business plan template of Gary Brokerage.
6.1 Competitive Analysis
Gary had the idea of the tough competition he will have to face in the market, that’s why he has come up with the excellent competitive edges that all his other competitors lack. Gary believe that if marketed properly, these competitive edges will give him unparalleled superiority in this business.
Our biggest competitive advantage lies in the power of our crew, each member has a thorough understanding of property types, credits, inspection systems and loan amounts. We have a team of dedicated and honest workers who will go all the way to provide maximum satisfaction and easy access to mortgage loans to our customers. Our trained and skilled professionals will do all the research and strenuous work on your behalf for you. Our dedicated workers will interpret your needs and range of spending before presenting the most suitable and economical property to you.
Secondly, Gary has terms and alliances with the leading real estate barons and developers alongside automotive shop owners. He can surely be able to find out the most suitable lender for you after understanding your needs. His former experience as a lawyer is another competitive advantage as he knows all the procedures, registry and verification systems. Moreover, Gary Brokerage is located on the main road which is easily accessible and visible by our target groups.
6.2 Sales Strategy
The success of a startup depends on the extent to which you are able to advertise your services. Considering the importance of targeting large audience, Gary Brokerage will advertise its services by using the following means:
- We’ll make our website creating a login for our borrowers and lenders with ultimate cybersecurity, by which they will be able to pay the installments through their Payoneer or PayPal account
- We’ll create a Facebook page to leverage the opportunity of advertising our services to a large audience
- Before using our services, you can get to know about our work efficiency by reading the feedbacks of our clients and lenders on our website or Facebook page
- We’ll fix our posters on bustling areas to let the people know about us
- We’ll provide maximum ease to our customers and will keep our interest rate as low as possible
6.3 Sales Forecast
We believe that if people try our services for once, they will surely trust us again for the rest of their lives. Considering the market demand and quality of our services, our sales pattern is expected to increase with the coming years. By analyzing our market segmentation strategy, our experts have forecasted the following sales on yearly basis which are summarized in the column charts.
The detailed information about sales forecast, total unit sales, total sales is given in the following table:
|Unit Sales||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Brokering Residential Mortgage||1,887,030||2,680,320||2,588,240|
|Brokering Commercial & Industrial Real Estate||802,370||815,430||823,540|
|Brokering Home Equity Loans||539,320||770230||1,002,310|
|Brokering Vehicle Loans||265,450||322,390||393,320|
|TOTAL UNIT SALES||3,494,170||4,588,370||4,807,410|
|Unit Prices||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Brokering Residential Mortgage||$140.00||$150.00||$160.00|
|Brokering Commercial & Industrial Real Estate||$600.00||$800.00||$1,000.00|
|Brokering Home Equity Loans||$700.00||$800.00||$900.00|
|Brokering Vehicle Loans||$650.00||$750.00||$850.00|
|Brokering Residential Mortgage||$2,149,800||$2,784,000||$3,383,200|
|Brokering Commercial & Industrial Real Estate||$120,050||$194,500||$268,500|
|Brokering Home Equity Loans||$50,110||$71,600||$93,000|
|Brokering Vehicle Loans||$139,350||$194,600||$249,850|
|Direct Unit Costs||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Brokering Residential Mortgage||$0.70||$0.80||$0.90|
|Brokering Commercial & Industrial Real Estate||$0.40||$0.45||$0.50|
|Brokering Home Equity Loans||$0.30||$0.35||$0.40|
|Brokering Vehicle Loans||$3.00||$3.50||$4.00|
|Direct Cost of Sales|
|Brokering Residential Mortgage||$989,300||$1,839,000||$2,679,700|
|Brokering Commercial & Industrial Real Estate||$66,600||$119,900||$173,200|
|Brokering Home Equity Loans||$17,900||$35,000||$52,100|
|Brokering Vehicle Loans||$19,400||$67,600||$115,800|
|Subtotal Direct Cost of Sales||$1,294,100||$1,699,400||$2,104,700|
6.4 Sales Monthly
6.5 Sales Yearly
The crucial step before starting a mortgage broker business is to find a team of hardworking and dedicated workers. Your marketing and sales strategy can only help you in gaining customers, but the enthusiastic employees can help you in maintaining those customers. So, before you start mortgage company, hire your crew wisely as you will be solely dependent on them.
For those people who want to know how to open a mortgage brokerage business, we have provided here the sample business plan of Gary Brokerage covering the details of the staff, he will hire.
7.1 Company Staff
Gary will act as the Chief Operating Officer of the company and will discipline the manager and the company by himself. The company will initially hire following people:
- 2 General Managers to manage the operations
- 10 Mortgage Brokers and Loan Services Consultants for brokering mortgages
- 4 HR Managers for arranging meetings of borrowers and lenders and for carrying out induction for recruiting new member
- 4 Administrators / Accountants to maintain financial records
- 2 IT Experts to manage the company’s website and social media pages
- 5 Data Analysts to interpret and organize data
- 2 Sales and Marketing Executives responsible for discovering new ventures.
- 2 Drivers for routine works
- 3 Cleaners for the maintenance of company’s office
- 1 Front Desk Officer to act as a receptionist in the company office
All the employees will be trained for their duties and works, before the initiation of the startup.
7.2 Average Salary of Employees
The following table shows the forecasted data about employees and their salaries for the next three years.
|Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Front Desk Officer||$45,000||$50,000||$55,000|
|Sales and Marketing Executives||$187,000||$194,000||$201,000|
The last step to be taken to start a mortgage business is to formulate your financial plan. Financial plan is undoubtedly, the most decisive part of the success of a startup especially if you want to grow your business. Financial planning before starting mortgage company can help you in meeting your long-term financial goals, by monitoring your flow patterns and spending. Your comprehensive and accurate financial plan can help you in facing the worst situations and ups and downs you can encounter while running your business.
Considering the importance of an accurate and comprehensive financial plan, Gary has hired the services of a financial planner advisor to make a financial plan for his business. Gary Brokerage will be mainly financed by Gary himself. No equity funding or outside loan will be required unless the company expands faster than forecasted. You can take help from this sample financial plan if you need help about how to start a mortgage brokerage business, and you can also find many other business plan samples available online. However, the best choice for if you are lacking knowledge on how to start mortgage broker business or how to make an effective financial plan is to hire a professional to make precise financial plan for you, saving you from the trouble of gathering all information by yourself.
8.1 Important Assumptions
The company’s financial projections are forecasted on the basis of following assumptions. These assumptions are quite conservative and are also expected to show deviation but to a limited level such that the company’s major financial strategy will not be affected.
|Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Current Interest Rate||10.00%||11.00%||12.00%|
|Long-term Interest Rate||10.00%||10.00%||10.00%|
8.2 Brake-even Analysis
The following graph shows the company’s Brake-even Analysis.
The following table shows the company’s Brake-even Analysis.
|Monthly Units Break-even||5530|
|Monthly Revenue Break-even||$159,740|
|Average Per-Unit Revenue||$260.87|
|Average Per-Unit Variable Cost||$0.89|
|Estimated Monthly Fixed Cost||$196,410|
8.3 Projected Profit and Loss
The following table show the company’s expected Profit and Loss situation on the monthly and yearly basis.
|Pro Forma Profit And Loss|
|Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Direct Cost of Sales||$15,100||$19,153||$23,206|
|TOTAL COST OF SALES||$15,100||$19,153||$23,206|
|Gross Margin %||94.98%||94.72%||94.46%|
|Sales and Marketing and Other Expenses||$1,850||$2,000||$2,150|
|Total Operating Expenses||$188,766||$220,744||$252,722|
|Profit Before Interest and Taxes||$105,205||$146,040||$186,875|
8.3.1 Profit Monthly
The following charts shows detailed information about profit and loss, and total cost of sales.
8.3.2 Profit Yearly
8.3.3 Gross Margin Monthly
8.3.4 Gross Margin Yearly
8.4 Projected Cash Flow
The following column diagram shows the projected cash flow.
The following table shows detailed data about pro forma cash flow, subtotal cash from operations, subtotal cash received, sub-total spent on operations, subtotal cash spent.
|Pro Forma Cash Flow|
|Cash Received||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Cash from Operations|
|Cash from Receivables||$7,023||$8,610||$9,297|
|SUBTOTAL CASH FROM OPERATIONS||$47,143||$53,651||$59,359|
|Additional Cash Received|
|Sales Tax, VAT, HST/GST Received||$0||$0||$0|
|New Current Borrowing||$0||$0||$0|
|New Other Liabilities (interest-free)||$0||$0||$0|
|New Long-term Liabilities||$0||$0||$0|
|Sales of Other Current Assets||$0||$0||$0|
|Sales of Long-term Assets||$0||$0||$0|
|New Investment Received||$0||$0||$0|
|SUBTOTAL CASH RECEIVED||$47,143||$53,651||$55,359|
|Expenditures||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Expenditures from Operations|
|SUBTOTAL SPENT ON OPERATIONS||$35,296||$39,549||$43,582|
|Additional Cash Spent|
|Sales Tax, VAT, HST/GST Paid Out||$0||$0||$0|
|Principal Repayment of Current Borrowing||$0||$0||$0|
|Other Liabilities Principal Repayment||$0||$0||$0|
|Long-term Liabilities Principal Repayment||$0||$0||$0|
|Purchase Other Current Assets||$0||$0||$0|
|Purchase Long-term Assets||$0||$0||$0|
|SUBTOTAL CASH SPENT||$35,296||$35,489||$43,882|
|Net Cash Flow||$11,551||$13,167||$15,683|
8.5 Projected Balance Sheet
The following projected balance sheet shows data about total current assets, total long-term assets, total assets, subtotal current liabilities, total liabilities, total capital, total liabilities and capital.
|Pro Forma Balance Sheet|
|Assets||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Other Current Assets||$1,000||$1,000||$1,000|
|TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS||$201,259||$237,468||$273,677|
|TOTAL LONG-TERM ASSETS||$980||$610||$240|
|Liabilities and Capital||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Other Current Liabilities||$0||$0||$0|
|SUBTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES||$9,482||$10,792||$12,102|
|TOTAL LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL||$198,839||$232,978||$267,117|
8.6 Business Ratiosы
The following table shows data about business ratios, ratio analysis, total assets, net worth.
|Year 1||Year 2||Year 3||Industry Profile|
|Percent of Total Assets||4.35%||4.71%||5.80%||9.80%|
|Other Current Assets||1.75%||2.02%||2.29%||27.40%|
|Total Current Assets||138.53%||150.99%||163.45%||54.60%|
|Percent of Sales|
|Selling, General & Administrative Expenses||74.29%||71.83%||69.37%||65.20%|
|Profit Before Interest and Taxes||26.47%||29.30%||32.13%||2.86%|
|Total Debt to Total Assets||2.68%||1.04%||0.76%||67.10%|
|Pre-tax Return on Net Worth||66.83%||71.26%||75.69%||4.40%|
|Pre-tax Return on Assets||64.88%||69.75%||74.62%||9.00%|
|Additional Ratios||Year 1||Year 2||Year 3|
|Net Profit Margin||19.20%||21.16%||23.12%||N.A.|
|Return on Equity||47.79%||50.53%||53.27%||N.A.|
|Accounts Receivable Turnover||4.56||4.56||4.56||N.A.|
|Accounts Payable Turnover||14.17||14.67||15.17||N.A.|
|Total Asset Turnover||1.84||1.55||1.26||N.A.|
|Debt to Net Worth||0||-0.02||-0.04||N.A.|
|Current Liab. to Liab.||1||1||1||N.A.|
|Net Working Capital||$120,943||$140,664||$160,385||N.A.|
|Assets to Sales||0.45||0.48||0.51||N.A.|
|Current Debt/Total Assets||4%||3%||2%||N.A.|
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The idea of tuition free college has gained popularity among some politicians and state leaders over the past few years. The rising tuition and debt of graduates has been a driving force in these discussions. Minnesota Office of Higher Education staff prepared a brief discussing free college pros, cons, and alternatives Minnesota could adopt to lower tuition costs for students and families. The brief is summarized below.
“Free college” programs are generally last dollar scholarship programs that cover tuition for undergraduates after all other grants or scholarships have been applied. Examples of “free college” programs include the Tennessee Promise, the Hawaii College Promise, and the New York Excelsior Scholarship. Although aspects of each “free college” program may vary, plans typically include some combination of the following program components:
Although program language suggests that college is “free” for undergraduates, often these programs cover less than half of the costs to students and their families. “Free college” programs cover tuition, but may not cover fees, and typically do not cover other non‐tuition costs such as books, transportation, and living expenses.
Total “Free College” Funds by Family, Eligibility Limited to Families with Income <$125,000 and Students Attending Public Institutions
The Office of Higher Education analyzed data on tuition and fees, Pell Grants, and Minnesota State Grants for Minnesota resident undergraduates enrolled at a public institution who applied for aid in the 2017‐2018 academic year and projected results forward to the 2019‐2020 academic year.
Yes, for the lowest income studentsOf the 137,000 undergraduates enrolled at Minnesota public institutions, approximately 38,000 students (28%) received combined federal Pell Grant and Minnesota State Grant aid that was equal to or greater than the average tuition and fees charged.
Minnesota Dependent Students Percent Receiving Pell + State Grants Covering 100 Percent of Tuition & Fees by Income, FY 2020 Estimates
The cost of any “free college” program depends on the overall design of the program. Overall, the fewer students eligible, the lower the cost of the program. Programs that have less restrictive eligibility requirements and/or cover a wider range of college costs tend to be more expensive.
For the purposes of this analysis, three versions of “free college” programs with different eligibility requirements were chosen to illustrate the costs of a potential “free college” program in Minnesota. The three examples range from highly restricted eligibility and application processes to more broadly defined/accessible programs. The programs modeled here capture the primary aspects of the original program, while incorporating elements that would allow the program to better fit the higher education needs of Minnesotans. The three examples chosen for this analysis are: Hawai'i Promise (less restrictive), New York's Excelsior Scholarship (moderately restrictive), and Tennessee Promise (more restrictive).
Read more about examples of “free college” program options, costs, and other information about financial aid in the full brief.
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I don’t know if it’s getting older, or if it’s the politics of today, or some combination of both, but my tolerance for bullshit has reached an all time low. As has my threshold of caring about what other’s think of me.
Knitting: I finished one pair of socks and started another. I also got to work on *drumroll please* a Christmas gift. I haven’t finished Abram’s sweater and I *still* need to get buttons for Violet’s, but I figured May is a perfect time to start knitting up Christmas gifts.
Reading: Salt: A World History and more Warriors books for Violet. I’m really trying to find a book that will capture the heart and mind of a second grade boy who has slipped from LOVING reading into HATING it (this year has been hard on all of us and we’re all ready for summer vacation). Any and all suggestions would be appreciated and please don’t be one of those people who say that maybe he’s just grown out of it.
Watching: Do not laugh. I’ve been watching Dawson’s Creek. It’s horrible. Eye rolling, oh dear lord why am I watching this horrible and yet…I’m watching it. I missed it when it came out, I know that Joey ends up choosing Pacey (He bought her a wall. Eye roll, sigh.). I know Jen ends up dying (because of course). It’s everything a trite teeny bopper television show needs. Quick, grown up dialogue. The usual angsty topics. Homosexuality. Love triangles. Bookworm girl next store. Sexy blonde. Basically, Buffy the Vampire Slayer without the cool monsters. (I actually really like Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
Cooking: We’ve been getting a lot of salad greens from the CSA (it’s early, so it’s basically herbs and greens) and my new favorite lunch is a soft boiled or poached egg on toast with arugula. I feel like that officially makes me a hipster blogger. I finally bought some glass food storage containers and it’s been absolute magic for the meal plan/prep. I don’t know if it’s because everything looks so pretty and stacked and organized in the fridge or what, but I love them and because I love them, I use them and it’s the great cycle that keeps my prep game strong. I am a dork.
Other random snippets from this weekend:
Violet and Abram made my Mother’s Day truly special. I didn’t have to deal with a single argument, they did everything I asked the first time, they gave me hugs and kisses and adorable handmade gifts, and then let me do pretty much whatever it is I wanted. (Is that not every mother’s dream?) We’re all back to normal now though lest I get too comfortable.
Violet finished up her participation in Girls on the Run by participating in a 5K with her uncle. She said she got frustrated because she wanted to run the whole thing but because she was in the last wave had a hard time getting out ahead of those who had decided to walk it. She had a great time though and I’m really grateful to my brother for being her buddy because I was pretty sure I couldn’t have managed it (next year though…)
So…what’s new with you? Cooking, making, watching, reading? Any suggestions?
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Durant - Robert L Williams Library, serving an area of 13,800 residents, has a collection of 60,000 books and periodicals; in addition, there are 1,540 CDs, records, cassettes and other audio materials, as well as 1,380 video items, such as DVDs and VHS tapes. Internet terminals are available for use by the general public.
Staffing consists of 6 employees, including one fully accredited librarian, plus volunteers. Annual expenditures on the library collection total $50,000. Patrons make 63,000 visits annually, and check out materials 66,000 times. Thirty-three percent of all check-outs are children's materials.
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Band 1 | OlarteMoure
Basic facts about the department – 1 partner – 3 other qualified lawyers
What the team is known for Distinguished life sciences team with an active patent practice in the biopharmaceutical sector. Its regulatory practice provides strategic advice regarding Colombia, the wider Latin America region and the US and EU regions. Noted for its active compliance practice and advice on potential FCPA risks. Experienced advising clients from a range of sectors within the life sciences sphere.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
«The experience with OlarteMoure has been very good. It is a leading firm with a very strong patents practice, and the lawyers have provided support with everything.»
What’s new? Astellas is a new client win for the firm.
Partner Carlos Olarte‘s practice focuses on the biopharmaceutical sector. He advises on patent prosecution and litigation, regulatory matters and compliance investigations. Sources comment: «We have had very good experiences with him – he is our go-to lawyer.»
Significant clients Novartis, Nutresa, Federación Nacional de Cafeteros, Universidad del Norte, Gilead Sciences.
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"Schlavoniae, Croatiae, Carniae, Istriae, Bosniae, Finitimarumque Regionum Nova Descriptio, Auctore Augustino Hirsuogelio", Ortelius, Abraham
Period: 1598 (published)
Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum
Color: Black & White
18.2 x 13.2 inches
46.2 x 33.5 cm
This is one of the earliest modern maps of the Balkans, covering present-day Slovenia and part of Croatia. It is based on the cartography of Augustus Hirschvogel who drew on the work of Lazarus, Ziegler, and Apian. There is good detail throughout, with villages, cities, rivers, and forests. An unusual compass rose, banner title across bottom, and a finely rendered galley ship in the Adriatic Sea make this an interesting composition. French text on verso.
References: Van den Broecke #145.
Watermarked paper with wide, original margins, all edges gilt, and a few spots of foxing.
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Khoda : Un court-métrage de Reza Dolatabadi créé à partir de 6000 peintures. 2 ans de réalisation pour 5 minutes de films à 20 images (tableau) secondes. L’ambiance et la prouesse technique sont étonnantes.
What if you watch a film and whenever you pause it, you face a painting? This idea inspired Reza Dolatabadi to make Khoda. Over 6000 paintings were painstakingly produced during two years to create a five minutes film that would meet high personal standards. Khoda is a psychological thriller; a student project which was seen as a ‘mission impossible’ by many people but eventually proved possible!
merci à presse-citron
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Scroll down to the audio file at the bottom of the page and click on it to listen online or download for later. Enjoy the show!
“The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the panel and guests on the show. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Macmillan Publishers Limited.”
News and views
- What is English as a Lingua Franca?
- Co-teaching – are two teachers better than one?
Exercise of the month
Ask the expert
This is an exercise which is best used at the beginning of a class or a course as it gives students the opportunity to talk about themselves.
- Enter your class and tell your students that you’re an expert on a particular topic.
- Divide your students into pairs and ask them to come up with some questions for you on your specialist topic.
- Allow students time to ask you their questions and explain any emergent vocabulary that comes up.
- Put students back into small groups (of three, for example) and ask them to decide on a topic they are an expert in. Get students to come up with questions for their group members.
- When students have asked and answered their questions, ask them to feed back on what they’ve learnt to the whole class.
Word of the month
Affective filter: A theoretical construct or screen that exists between students and the language they want to learn which is affected by emotional variables. Affective filters can be either high (negative) or low (positive), and teachers need to be aware of how they can make their students more comfortable so they will be more receptive to learning.
Scott Thornbury talks about The New A-Z of ELT, how not to plan a grammar syllabus, and Blended Learning.
- What are the essential elements I need to include in a lesson plan? How can it be less time-consuming?
- How can we help shy students speak more confidently, even if they don’t have a large vocabulary?
- What are some quick, sure-fire ways of increasing student motivation?
DownloadsClick link to download and view these files
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Take care of your feet at One Stop Foot Clinic & Orthotic Centre. We offer soft tissue and ingrown toenail surgery, manufacture and fit orthotics, and provide foot care for callouses, bunions, nails, and more. We also cater to individuals with foot disorders caused by Diabetic and Arthritic issues.
Based in Hamilton and serving the area since 2000, our registered Chiropodists (foot specialists) David Tudo B.Sc. D.Ch. and Catherine Tudo B.Sc. D.Ch. are fully trained and experienced in treating a wide spectrum of foot disorders.
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Diamond Interiors have announced a £1 million expansion plan creating new jobs and a stunning new headquarters.
The office design specialists and furniture suppliers will launch their 10th anniversary celebrations with a move to Wigan.
They will transform the former Magnet showroom into a state of the art headquarters for their rapidly expanding business after a record breaking 24 months.
They also refurbished Sheffield City Council’s HQ and supplied furniture for law firm Pannone’s stunning refurbishment of 157 year old Castlefield Chapel.
Diamond Interiors MD Nick Pollitt, said: “We have been searching for a suitable new Headquarters for a number of years and are delighted to have found this site.
“It ticks all the boxes in relation to our requirements and will help facilitate our business goals and future expansion plans. The staff and myself are all eagerly looking forward to move into our new base.
“The new office and warehousing space enables us to create a number of new jobs and provides us with the ability expand further as we move forward.”
Work will begin immediately transforming the 10,000 square foot Horton Street site with building work expected to take around eight weeks before the official opening in September.
Diamond Interiors will transform the empty shell into a state of the art office and warehousing space which will include open plan office areas utilising the latest bench design furniture.
The move marks the next phase for the Diamond team who will leave their Chorley base as they prepare for their 10th anniversary celebrations.
They have carved a reputation for themselves within the construction industry as the ‘go to’ name in office and design planning and are retained by the likes of Redrow Homes, Swinton Insurance, Greggs PLC and EDF Energy.
Their business model has enabled them to grow despite recession and now leaves them ideally placed to expand and flourish.
Pollitt added: “The tide is most definitely on the turn and in my opinion now is the time for businesses that have ambition to commit and prepare for success.
“We have enjoyed an incredible period of success over the past 24 months and it is clear that we must expand to cope with the demands and ensure we continue to provide an excellent service.
“It has been extremely tough for all businesses over the past ten years or so but it is clear we are through those difficult times and we are finding more and more clients now have the confidence to plan ahead and move forward.
“That is not to say businesses are adopting a care-free attitude and suddenly spending lavishly, far from it. Instead, the period has taught us all to think more carefully about how we spend and on what?
“For many companies that perhaps means a redesign of existing office space or a fresh approach to the furniture they use or a rethink of their facilities.
“For many the uncertainty surrounding the economy has mean’t expansion plans were suspended and now they are in a position to move securing larger premises at far more competitive rates.
“We have been involved in some huge projects for stellar names and it is clear to us that we must expand ourselves in order to satisfy demand and ensure the quality of our service is maintained. It is a very exciting period for the Diamond Interiors team.”
Diamond Interiors have been providing office, design and space planning services since 1996 providing a ‘one-stop’ service for clients from both the public and private sectors from the initial brief through to full design, supply and installation of office furniture.
Pollitt believes the new headquarters will enable Diamond to create new jobs for the Lancashire area and have already welcomed Nicholas Kennedy to the team.
Nicholas joins Diamond Interiors as a Project Manager. The qualified Quantity Surveyor with a BSc Hons and previously worked for Tesco PLC.
Nick added: “We are delighted to welcome Nicholas to the team. His previous experience in project management will prove invaluable in helping us to continue to grow the business.
“We hope Nicholas will be the first of a number of new faces to join the Diamond team over the next 12 months and the move to our new facility will make that process easier and our workforce even stronger.
“We have a team at Diamond Interiors that provides clients with a complete range of services from brief, to planning, to office and space management, office furniture supply and installation.
“We have worked extremely hard to earn a fantastic reputation for our quality, high standards and worth ethic and we look forward to a fantastic 10 year anniversary year.”
Diamond Interiors are available for a full range of services from consultation, office design and space planning, furniture supply, installation, interior fit out and after care support.
For more information from Diamond Interiors or to arrange a free space-planning appointment please contact 01257 278 277 or email email@example.com
For media or marketing enquiries please contact firstname.lastname@example.org
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How Will COVID-19 Shape The Mechanics Of Home Buying & Selling?
During the pandemic, real estate agents had to reexamine the way they conducted business. They needed to think on their toes because they couldn’t meet with clients in person, they couldn’t host open houses or go on normal showings. These challenges lessened the strain on agents in terms of trying to figure out what to do. Yet, will agents continue to look for new and innovative ways to help clients find their dream home or will business go back to “normal?”
Welcome to a virtual world
We already live much of our lives online, thanks to countless social media platforms. Real estate agents have embraced social media and have used online real estate platforms to advertise their listings. However, these tools are becoming key marketing tools because agents cannot host open houses due to social distancing.
Virtual tours and live walkthroughs have made it possible for agents to show clients potential homes without taking the client through the home in question. Instead, the agent can use conferencing programs like Zoom, Facebook Live, or Facetime to show the house. Clients can ask questions and leave feedback as though they were there in person.
Another way real estate transactions have been impacted by COVID is that many tasks that used to require in-person meetings (like signing closing documents, for example) can now be done online via a program like DocuSign. Of course, some local governments may allow businesses to erect plexiglass windows while still maintaining social distancing protocols. Fortunately, your agent will be able to explain what to expect in that regard.
Buyers want are looking for different amenities
Many businesses are now letting their employees to work from home. That means for those who are looking for a new house are going to have different requirements. For example, some may want a house with a detached garage that could be turned into an office. Some people may want a finished basement so that the family doesn’t have to be right on top of each other – especially if stay-at-home orders aren’t going to be lifted any time soon.
It isn’t just those who are working from home that are looking for something specific. Folks who have lived in cities or densely populated areas are moving away from the crowded metropolitan areas and are seeking property in suburban and even rural areas. These buyers are interested in finding homes with large properties in which they can enjoy being outside rather than being cooped up inside. Not only do they want to enjoy the great outdoors, they want that the extra space so that they feel safer than if they were in, say, an apartment complex where the virus could easily spread if someone had COVID.
Real estate will be different, but not necessarily for the worst
Life and business has been impacted by the pandemic in a wide variety of ways and many of us are still trying to figure out the best way to make it all work. In terms of real estate, it’s hard to say where the market will be in the future. But make no mistake, if mortgage rates continue to be this low and people are able to recover financially from this pandemic, we very well may see the real estate market thrive once more.
If you need to move right away and you cannot wait until this mess is over, be sure to consult your real estate agent about safety precautions you can take and how to move forward with your real estate transactions. For more on COVID-19 and real estate, check out HomeLight’s full report from their Q2 Top Agent Insights Survey.
Get to know more about Aleksandra:
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A teacher guide on how to encourage pupils to read over the summer
We are soon approaching the end of the exam period and the beginning of the summer holidays, so here we discuss how to encourage pupils to read more over the summer .
Teachers, and supply teaching staff will know only too well that catch up learning, post Covid impact is still a factor. We all know that children who read on a regular basis have better language skills and attention spans. So why not encourage your pupils to continue to read over the summer break?
Teacher tips to encourage reading habits in children over the summer holidays
- Support your pupils to engage in a book club, they could even start their own.
- Encourage them to visit the library; it’s free.
- Run a summer reading competition for most books read.
- Normalise how most people take a book to read when they go on holiday.
- Let them research some books newly published; perhaps they have a favourite author.
- Let them research in groups, list of age-appropriate magazines and comics.
- Generate interest in magazines by allowing them to access a selection that they may not be aware of eg the Nation Geographic and specialist magazines.
- Get them to investigate if any of their favourite famous people have written an autobiography; not everyone likes fiction.
- Arrange a book swop session before the end of term.
Here is a list of popular books per Key stage:
Keystage 1: For 5-7years
Aliens Love Underpants by Ben Cort and Claire Freedman
The Day The Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt
Oh, The Places You’ll Go! By Dr. Seuss
Keystage 2: For 7 – 11years
Saving Neverland by Abi Elphinstone: a new take on Peter Pan brining in a modern feel.Jane Austen Children’s Stories – Emma (Easy Classics): brilliant way to get young readers into classical novels without the difficulty.Mirabelle and the Magical Mayhem by Harriet Muncaster: a popular author, kids love it.
Keystage 3: For 11– 14 years
The Girl of Ink and Stars by Kiran Millwood Hargrave: a great story about friendship and adventure.Kay’s Marvellous Medicine by Adam Kay: very funny and illuminates kids on all things medical.The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan: the latest Percy Jackson adventure.
First news is specifically designed for children to keep up to date with events and current affairs. Click here to view First News.
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Interview Dress For Women And Men
How can you dress properly for a job interview while remaining genuine to yourself? Can you express yourself in a unique and innovative way while making a positive first impression?
The first thing a recruiter or interviewer notices when you enter the room is your clothes and overall “appearance.” Don’t let their first impression of you be the final nail in your employment coffin. You’ve amazed them with your résumé and credentials, so don’t let their first impression of you be the final nail in your work coffin. According to a 2017 survey, 75% of recruiters believe job applicants dress too casually. Don’t just go with the flow; be one of the 25% that is dressed to impress!
First impressions matter, and your attire plays a significant role in how you’re perceived during an interview. Here are some tips on dressing for success:
Research the Company Culture:
Different companies have varying dress codes especially interview dress for women. Research the company’s culture and industry standards to determine the appropriate attire. A conservative business suit is often a safe choice, but it might not be necessary for a tech startup, where business casual attire may be more suitable.
Keep It Professional:
Regardless of the dress code, aim to dress professionally. Opt for well-fitted clothing in neutral or subdued colours. Avoid excessive accessories or flashy jewellery that may distract from your qualifications.
Choose closed-toe, comfortable, and polished shoes. Heels are an option, but make sure you can walk confidently in them. Flats or low heels are also appropriate.
Pay attention to personal grooming. Your hair should be clean and styled neatly. Minimal makeup and nail polish are recommended for a polished look.
Pay Attention to Details:
Iron your clothes, check for loose threads, and make sure your outfit is wrinkle-free. A well-pressed outfit demonstrates your attention to detail.
Don’t put on a sloppy outfit.
To each of us, casual clothing signifies something different. For a job interview, yoga pants, pyjamas, wrinkled clothing, jeans, shirts, hoodies, and t-shirts are all inappropriate.
Wearing these items can give the impression that you are uninterested, uncaring, or just unprofessional, and by dressing too casually, you may easily swing the decision regarding whether or not you will be employed in the wrong direction.
Wearing clothes that are too tight or ripped is not a good idea.
When going to a job interview, dressing for the club should not be your motivation. Avoid clothing that is too tight, too exposing, or has holes in it. Anything that exposes underwear, cleavage, too much flesh, or midriffs is considered inappropriate.
While ripped and tight clothing can make a favourable impression and be fashionable, it is not appropriate for a job interview.
Don’t Be Ostentatious:
Wearing flamboyant or extremely colourful apparel to an interview is a no-no; simple hues are the most trustworthy for conveying professionalism. For a job interview, black, brown, grey, and white are all appropriate colours.
However, if you’re hiring for a creative company, are an artist, or the work requires everyday dress statements, there is an exemption. If you’re interviewing at a fashion magazine, for example, you’ll want to make sure you’re up to date and making a good first impression.
Do not prepare for a job interview without first investigating the firm
You want to gain a sense of the company’s culture during your study so you don’t show up for your interview dressed poorly. Consider the situation where you have dressed beautifully in a suit but the rest of the workforce is dressed casually and the organisation has a strict no-suit policy. This isn’t always the case, but you won’t know until you do your homework.
Feeling out of place at an interview can make you nervous and cause the hiring manager to doubt whether you’d be a good fit. You may avoid these scenarios by doing your homework ahead of time. If you can’t locate anything that says one way or the other, phone the recruiting office and ask if business casual is OK. The answer will assist you in deciding what to wear
Don’t go overboard with the accessories
Keep your accessories minimal: no huge jewellery, no facial piercings, and keep your makeup plain.
During an interview, you don’t want your cosmetics, perfume, or jewellery to distract you. If you have a watch or a smartwatch with an alarm, ensure sure it’s turned off before entering. You want to be remembered for your personality and expertise, not for frantically trying to hush things while answering questions.
Keep perfumes and colognes to a minimum when it comes to fragrance (or eliminate altogether). Interviews may take place in tight spaces, making a few spritzes of your trademark smell overbearing. You never know who you’ll be talking with, and you never know if they have allergies. In an in-person interview, if in doubt, go for decent hygiene but a light fragrance.
Wearing a hat is not recommended
Avoid wearing earbuds or earphones, caps, beanies, or hoods during an interview. None of these things is acceptable, and they can be both distracting and off-putting. You don’t want the recruiter to assume you’re uninterested or not paying attention to what they’re saying. They can also be distracting and lead you to fidget.
Dressing appropriately for an interview is essential, but your resume is the first step towards securing that interview. Optimized Resume is dedicated to helping you stand out in the competitive job market. We offer a personalized approach, expertise, and proven results that can make all the difference in your job search. Choose our company, and let us help you write the perfect resume that leads you to success.
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Launching a business just before the global pandemic spelled failure for most entrepreneurs. Surprisingly, this wasn’t the case for Bearaby.
While companies struggled to stay afloat during the pandemic, Bearaby was busy somewhere fulfilling orders. And by the end of 2020, they had reached $21 million in annual sales.
And it didn’t stop there. The following year, their revenue nearly doubled. Now, with three-year revenue growth of over 4,999%, there’s no stopping them.
Bearaby, a direct-to-consumer company that produces sustainable weighted blankets, ranks 82nd on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list, just four years after its launch in 2018.
Their weighted blankets are made without artificial fillers or synthetic fabrics. Naturally heavy, cooling, and hand-knit with organic materials.
As you might imagine, weighted blanket sales are pretty seasonal. In fact, Bearaby CGO Joaquin Arce confirmed that they see more sales in Q4 and Q1, and less in the others. That’s why the brand has an off-season strategy and a peak-season strategy. In this article, we’ll analyze both.
From seeing how Bearaby managed to build a multimillion-dollar company during uncertain times, you can learn a few marketing lessons to build a failure-proof business. Let’s get started!
Bearaby noticed that their sales skyrocket during holidays, which suggests they have to get their products in front of lots of people during these times.
But there’s a challenge: advertising costs can be really high during the holiday season. Promoting a product that’s mainly in season during the holidays (when ad costs can be at their highest) isn’t easy.
Let’s see how Bearaby does it!
1. Get featured in gift guides
Bearaby strategically put their products in front of customers who are already in gift-buying mode by getting included in lists and gift guides of top online magazines like The New York Times Wirecutter or The Strategist.
According to Joaquin Arce, this strategy gets them lots of sales, and the companies use affiliate links in these guides… a win-win for both parties.
2. Focus on SEO
Having an outstanding SEO game plan in place allows them to cash in on organic traffic while cutting back on search ads, especially during holidays when ad costs are high.
While they rank for bottom-of-the-funnel keywords like “bearaby,” or “bearaby weighted blanket”, they also organically rank for middle-of-the-funnel keywords such as “weighted blanket,” “knitted weighted blanket,” or “knot pillow.”
In addition to that, their blog is optimized to rank for top-of-the-funnel keywords like “how to recover from sleeping too much,” “how to sleep on a body pillow,” and “pregnancy pillow.” This helps them to get people to their website who are potential customers.
In these blog posts, they mention relevant products and use embedded product promos as well as teasers that can be opened into a side message.
These product promos allow them to make early-stage visitors product-aware and convert them into customers.
3. Use paid ads wisely
While they have a great SEO strategy in place, Bearaby also invests heavily in paid ads. This way, they can reach customers who’ve never heard of them and retarget users who’ve shown some kind of interest.
Spending on ads when the cost is high may seem tricky, but they do it wisely.
You might be wondering “how?” Well, it’s quite simple.
They follow a hyper-localized digital advertising strategy, which helped the brand increase revenue by 600% in 2020. It drove 142% more product page views while decreasing cost per purchase by 53%.
“Instead of doing three to five ads, we’re going to do [thousands of versions] of the ads and [target] hyper-local audiences based on the demographics… [of] different parts of the country,” said Diana Lee, co-founder and CEO of Constellation Agency.
Q2 and Q3 show a decline in sales for Bearaby. However, this doesn’t mean the company slacks off during this period.
In fact, the company uses these times to put better structures in place to allow for sales growth in the upcoming peak season.
Let’s see how Bearaby makes sure they get sales during the off season, too.
1. Launch new products
Running a business in this industry requires on-demand creativity, and Bearaby has it in loads!
Bearaby makes sure to always have something new to talk about, even during the off season. They launch a series of new products, like the Huggets in summer colors…
Or the cooling summer Tree Nappers…
Whenever they launch a new product, that week will be all about the new product on their social media pages, creating buzz around it and driving as many eyeballs to it as possible:
2. Announce new partnerships
Building partnerships is a great way to introduce your product to new users and lend your brand credibility in markets that wouldn’t be accessible in other ways.
Bearaby also uses the off season to build strategic partnerships like Bearaby’s summer partnership with Quilt, when they launched the Cotton Napper in Bloom.
Their partnership supported The Mental Health Coalition, and they even held a giveaway on Instagram to generate some buzz.
3. Focus on conversion rate optimization
Online businesses have one primary function: drive conversions. If they don’t achieve this, everything will fall flat and the business will go off the grid immediately.
Instead of spending lots of money on driving more traffic, they focus on getting the most out of the traffic they already have, and they have specific ways of doing this.
For example, by creating a quiz funnel that helps people find the right product after answering a few questions, they were able to optimize their lower-funnel ad campaigns.
This “question lead” is also a great way to get visitors’ email addresses to reach out to them later on.
51.7% of customers say visual content like product images make them more likely to buy. No wonder Bearaby invested in featuring high-quality product photos across all their product pages!
As soon as you arrive on a product page, you can also see lots of social proof, like in the example below where we see the best-seller badge and the 5-star rating, plus more than 2,000 reviews.
As you scroll down, you can see some main value propositions highlighted that might be just the final nudge for people to convert:
Bearaby also added a sticky bar to the top of the page, so visitors can easily add the product to their cart even if they’ve scrolled down.
At the bottom of the page, visitors can check out the reviews if they need more social proof:
And there’s also a product recommendation for those who want to discover more products:
Now that you’ve carefully looked through Bearaby’s marketing breakdown, you should have picked up some great lessons you can use in your own business.
By being clear about their product, and their target audience and when they tend to sell more, they steered the company to growth, both in their peak season and the off season.
Go ahead and implement Bearaby’s marketing strategies to achieve the same outstanding results they do.
Did you find this breakdown insightful? Then you might also want to check out how Casper built a billion-dollar company in a similar industry!
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Welcome to the newest section of Settler's Ridge, Eastern Henrico's exclusive 55+ community. Here you will find an established community that is welcoming the newest section of homes built by Eagle Construction. Enjoy one-level living in our brand new plan--The Clarion! And since will you be living in a low maintenance community where all of your yard work is taken care of, you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the indoor pool, exercise room and neighborhood activities in the clubhouse. You might also spend your days walking or biking on the nearby Capital Trail. And you will be close enough to enjoy dinner in the city, or at a close by marina. Dorey Park hosts farmers markets on the weekends and boasts walking trails and fishing. Come explore life in the Eastern End of Henrico, Richmond's best kept secret!
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Phase 1 - Skecthing and Ideation to explore, capture and develop ideas. As in all things, quantity does not necessarily mean quality. We create multiple sketches reflecting differing ideas or sketches that, through iteration, improve the theme and direction of the brief. These multiple exploration concepts are presented without color or maybe in grey shades to represent volumes. Based on personal preference towards a particular tone or shade, viewers can become instantly polarized with the actual sketches and designs becoming irrelevant. A good sketch conveys the designer’s ideas without being overly worked. Drawings don’t have to be crisp and sharp. It’s better to get several good ideas down quickly and relay multiple thoughts and ideas at a glance. The main focus at this point is to convey imagination and fresh thinking and not focus on or ‘noodle’ one idea.
Phase 3 - 2D Renderings: Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator of the final selected concept. At this point we explore color options, materials and finishes for a particular brand. This helps understand how the parts come together and how to take advantage of partician line to create color breaks and accents. Also at this point branding is explore.
Phase 4 - 3D Construction: A 3D model of the seleceted final concept is build with nominal wall thinkness using Solidworks. At this point we build the selected concept over the internal components. We make sure the design is manufacturable by paying close attention of draft angles and tooling pull directions. Final 3D file are hand off in clients especific file format (iges, step, parasolid ect...).
Phase 4 - 3D Renderings: This photorealistic image will help sell or show future buyers how the final product will look.
Phase 2 - Concept Refinment - At this stage we explore alteration of the selected design direction to make sure the design or final intension has been convey. At this point clean line drawings from diferent angle are drawn with the correct dimentions and proportions using underlays with internal components.
To present the best version of your product vision it is important to begin the design phase by engaging in a cross-functional brainstorming on how your idea would solve consumer problems. We will become our client partner through the design phase keeping the clients vision with our thinking core.
A concept design is the foot print of the production of your product. With years of hands on experience and knowledge we have generated concepts and products that includes winning aesthetics and successful function.
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Place graham crackers, pecans, and butter into a food processor and blend on high until you get crumbs. This takes about 2 minutes.
Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray and line each cup with a foil strip. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of crumb mixture into each of the muffin cups. Using a spoon, flatten the crumb mixture down into each cup to form the crust. Place the muffin pan into the refrigerator for 15 minutes. This helps the crust chill and firm up.
Place the cream cheese into a large bowl and, using a hand mixer, beat until creamy.
Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, both sugars, and beat until blended and creamy.
Add in the pumpkin puree and continue to beat until blended and creamy.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Remove the muffin pan from the refrigerator and divided the cheesecake filling among the 12 muffin cups.
Bake for 20 - 22 minutes or until the cheesecakes are set but the center still a little jiggly.
Let the cheesecakes cool, in the muffin pan, on the counter for 30 minutes.
Place cheesecakes in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Using the foil handles, lift each cheesecake out of the muffin cup. If using garnish the top with a little whip cream and a pecan. Enjoy.
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In our technology-driven era, it’s not uncommon to hear terms like 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) being thrown around in tech circles and daily conversation. As we rely more and more on high-tech, intelligent tools, it’s clear that our traditional understanding of their capabilities is just the tip of the iceberg.
Recently, Dr. Ray Liu offered insight into an exciting development: wireless sensing. Dr. Liu is a leader in the world of signal processing and wireless sensing/communication, 2022 President and CEO of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and founder and Chief Technology Officer at Origin AI.
What is wireless sensing?
In a nutshell, wireless sensing leverages the ample bandwidth of advanced networks like WiFi/5G (and beyond) to analyze and interpret data from a multitude of IoT devices. This concept might seem abstract, but its potential impact on our lives is immeasurable.
How will wireless sensing change our world?
Imagine a world where your WiFi router could monitor an elderly person’s well-being, or even detect a child accidentally left in a hot car. Envision light bulbs capable of managing energy use and providing home security. Picture technology that can monitor sleep patterns, recognize gestures, and even analyze emotional states – all without the need for wearable devices. This is the transformative power of wireless sensing.
As Liu explains, the advent of WiFi/5G technology standard, and 6G, which will be available in the near future, are enabling us to use wireless radio signals in ways we never imagined due to their larger bandwidths.
As we move toward an era of increased connectivity with a plethora of IoT devices, our abilities to sense and interpret the world around us will be augmented in remarkable ways.
The technology, engineering, and people behind the revolution
At the heart of this revolution lies Origin’s AI analytics, performed at the edge of the network – that is, closer to where data is generated. These advanced algorithms can interpret ambient wireless signals to provide vital insights into human biometrics such as breathing rate, heartbeat, gait, gestures, handwriting, keystrokes, and even sound recognition.
But what does this mean for you and me? In essence, our world becomes safer, more connected, and more intuitive. The IoT devices that are so prevalent in our lives will no longer just be tools for communication; they will become an integrated part of an intelligent infrastructure, attuned to our needs and conditions.
The ongoing efforts of groups like IEEE to define wider sensing standards, such as 802.11bf, signify the importance and potential of wireless sensing. These standards will ensure that wireless sensing technology becomes a key part of our infrastructure, paving the way for transformative solutions that will benefit millions of people.
The “wireless communication” paradigm shift
Liu concludes that this is not just a technological leap, but a paradigm shift in how we understand and use wireless communication. It’s not just about faster data or better coverage – it’s about creating a more responsive, intuitive, and caring environment that uses technology to serve our needs more effectively.
Discover the boundless possibilities of wireless sensing
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Other Books in Series
This is book number 4 in the The Innkeepers series.
Bestselling author Rochelle Alers’ returns to romantic New Orleans in this uplifting series featuring four very different friends embarking on the dream of a lifetime . . .
With her besties in the Big Easy, Nydia Santiago is second-guessing staying behind in New York City. So when Jasmine Washington calls with the exciting news that she’s getting married, Nydia happily rushes to New Orleans to be her maid of honor. Once she visits the lovely Garden District estate her friends are transforming into a luxury inn, she’s wistful to join them in their venture. Then she meets the sexy engineer in charge of the renovation. With his seductive Southern drawl, Lamar Pierce could make her believe in love again . . .
Lamar is confident, responsible, and settled—everything her ex, an aspiring Latin music singer, wasn’t. But Lamar is also a widowed father to a pre-teen girl in need of a mother, something Nydia’s not ready to be. When her ex makes a very public proposal, suddenly Nydia is running from the paparazzi—straight into Lamar’s arms. But is she ready to take the leap from singlehood to wife and mother?. . .
Praise for The Inheritance
“The ambiance and flavor of New Orleans are on full display.” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
“A novel that resembles female bonding romance series like The Bride Quartet by Nora
Roberts. . . . Capitalizing on its assets: the sensuous Big Easy setting and the rarely encountered middle age romance.” —Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Rochelle Alers, the bestselling author of over eighty novels with nearly two million copies in print, has been hailed by readers and booksellers alike as one of today’s most prolific and popular African American authors of romance and women’s fiction. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Emma Award, the Vivian Stephens Award for Excellence in Romance Writing, the RT Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award. She is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Iota Theta Zeta chapter and her interests include gourmet cooking and traveling. A full-time writer, Ms. Alers lives in a charming hamlet on Long Island and can be found online at RochelleAlers.org.
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Setting Preschoolers on an Active PathBy Len Canter
TUESDAY, Feb. 12, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- Physical activity is closely linked to development of a child's mental skills -- ones essential to academic success and navigating challenges they'll face throughout life.
Studies show that boosts in thinking ability, or executive function, often follow bouts of activity. But only one-third of children are physically active every day. Less than half the time they spend in school activities -- like physical education, team practices and even games -- includes movement that qualifies as physical activity. This shortfall means that their physical health, as well as their mental skills, may suffer.
Some problems can begin during the preschool years if youngsters don't get the activity they need for motor skill development.
A 4- or 5-year-old needs 30 minutes of exercise every day. In addition to other benefits, this amount of exercise can also help kids who are overweight stem further fat increases. Introduce your preschoolers to fun and age-appropriate activities. Give them "active toys" like a tricycle and a ball to kick and throw, and encourage active games like tag, hide-and-seek and hopscotch.
When kids enter elementary school, help them explore various team sports, such as soccer or T-ball. As they get older, they might like the challenges of running or strength training.
Make time for exercise in your child's schedule at every age and join in. Children who see their parents engaged in physical activity are more likely to do it and enjoy it themselves.
HealthyChildren.org has more on how to encourage your child to be more active, along with other resources you can access.
The news stories provided in Health News and our Health-E News Newsletter are a service of the nationally syndicated HealthDay® news and information company. Stories refer to national trends and breaking health news, and are not necessarily indicative of or always supported by our facility and providers. This information is provided for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition where movement of the shoulder becomes limited. Symptoms develop gradually, worsen, and then resolve, generally over the course of one to three years. For most people, resolution of symptoms happens naturally, without the need for surgery.
Your shoulder is often referred to as a ball-and-socket joint. It has three bones: the upper arm bone, the shoulder blade, and the collarbone. The head of the upper arm bone fits into a shallow socket in the shoulder blade and a group of strong connective tissues surrounds the joint. These tissues are also called the joint capsule. When they become thick, stiff, and inflamed, movement becomes very painful.
This condition is called frozen shoulder because as more pain is felt, the shoulder is less likely to be used. Because it is getting used less, the shoulder capsule thickens and becomes tight. This makes the shoulder even more difficult to move, essentially causing it to be frozen in place.
Frozen Shoulder Causes
Frozen shoulder affects people between the ages of 40 and 60 the most. It is also more common in women than men. Doctors aren’t sure why this condition affects some people and not others. However, they have been able to identify certain risk factors that seem to make some people more likely to develop it.
- Recent Shoulder Injury: Any shoulder injury or surgery that requires keeping the shoulder immobile can increase the risk of developing frozen shoulder. Specifically, a rotator cuff tear, shoulder blade fracture, and a collarbone or upper arm tear can also increase the risk.
- Diabetes: About 10-20% of individuals with diabetes mellitus develop frozen shoulder.
- Stroke: This is a major risk factor since movement of an arm and shoulder may be limited.
- Other Conditions: Although unclear why, other conditions like stroke, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Parkinson’s disease, and heart disease can increase the risk of frozen shoulder.
Frozen Shoulder Symptoms
There are three stages of frozen shoulder symptoms, termed the freezing, frozen, and thawing stage. For some people, the symptoms will be the worst at night and could possibly interrupt sleep.
- “Freezing” Stage: The shoulder will become stiff and painful to move, with the pain slowly increasing. It might get worse at night and the difficulty moving the shoulder increases. This stage of the condition could last 6 weeks to 9 months.
- “Frozen” Stage: The pain in the shoulder lessens, but it still remains stiff. Difficulty completing daily tasks and activities may increase. This stage usually lasts between 2 to 6 months.
- “Thawing” or Recovery Stage: Now, the pain lessens and the ability to move the shoulder gradually improves. As normal strength and function return, a patient reaches full or near full recovery. This stage can last 6 months to 2 years.
Frozen Shoulder Treatment
The treatments for frozen shoulder usually focus on pain relief until a patient makes it through the freezing stage. Hot and cold compresses and NSAIDs may be used to reduce pain and swelling in the shoulder. Stretching and range of motion exercises recommended by a physical therapist can help regain range of motion. The success of these exercises depends on a patient’s commitment to performing these exercises as recommended.
While most cases of frozen shoulder will improve on their own, your doctor might recommend a steroid injection for persistent symptoms. Injecting corticosteroids might help decrease pain and improve mobility, particularly towards the beginning of the condition.
In only a small number of cases arthroscopic surgery is necessary. The goal of the procedure will be to loosen the joint capsule so that it can move more freely
Frozen Shoulder at OAR
If symptoms of frozen shoulder are interfering with your daily life or are not improving on their own, it might be time to make an appointment at Orthopaedic Associates of Riverside. We can examine your shoulder to correctly diagnose you and recommend treatment.Contact us today!
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Harrogate Flower Show
Harrogate Flower Show is the UK's premier autumn gardening event.
Time & Location
14 Sept 2019, 10:30
Harrogate, HG2 8NZ
About the Event
A range of ‘shows within a show’ enabling dozens of specialist gardening groups to hold their annual shows, promote their work and recruit new members, free of charge. From dahlias to daffodils and bees to bonsai. Floral Art, Giant Vegatables, Food demonstarations and lots more to see and photograph.
Meet at main entrance for 10.30am
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Homemade Honey Ham Glaze
Updated: Mar 10, 2021
I love a good baked ham. The first time I prepared one, I made my own glaze by just throwing in a bunch of ingredients that sounded yummy to me. My husband and family loved it, so I wrote down the ingredients and tried again with measurements; it was equally delicious.
You can buy prepared hams, of course. At certain holidays, I've heard there's a line out the door at a certain store that sells ham baked in honey. Being skeptical about the ingredients used in this commercial operation, I prefer to make my own glaze, and it's not really that difficult to bake a ham as long you have a roasting pan and an oven.
I generally choose a good quality precooked, bone-in, uncured ham with no added water, juices, or spices--just ham! Spiral sliced hams are convenient, though they can be prone to drying out; if you take care to follow the directions in this cooking method, though, it shouldn't be a problem. Please note that if your ham is a "country ham," meaning uncooked, you'll want to use a different cooking method but this glaze will still be delicious on it!
Homemade Honey Ham Glaze
This is a flexible recipe. If you don't have an ingredient, you can leave it out and substitute more of another one! The ingredients are quite sweet, which is what I like; if it's still not sweet enough for you, of course you could add more honey, more maple syrup, or even throw in some sugar.
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup orange juice, bottled or fresh-squeezed
1/4 cup applesauce or apple juice
2 tablespoons brown mustard
scant tablespoon molasses
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
pinch of cloves
In a small saucepan over medium low heat, combine the liquid ingredients.
Add the spices and zest; stir to combine.
Heat until combined, then turn off the burner.
Use the glaze on your ham whenever your cooking method requires!
Baked Ham Directions:
This is the method I use to bake my uncured, precooked spiral sliced ham. I got this method from The Kitchn, which is a website that really comes in handy when I want a basic cooking method for something.
Preheat oven to 275 degrees; make sure only the bottom rack is in place.
Have a roasting pan ready. (I use my cast-iron dutch oven to keep the bottom of the ham in its juices, so I don't use a rack.)
Take note of how many pounds your ham weighs.
Unwrap your ham and put it cut-side down in the roasting pan.
Using a sharp knife, make a crosshatch pattern in the skin of the ham (just the skin, not the meat). This step is optional, but I think it helps the glaze adhere to the ham.
Cover the pan with aluminum foil* and seal around the edges so that all the steam and liquid will stay inside.
Put the ham in the oven. The ham will need to remain in the oven for 20 minutes per pound.
While the ham is baking, make the glaze above.
When the ham is nearing the end of its baking time, check the internal temperature. Once it has reached 120 degrees, it's time to glaze the ham. Remove the ham from the oven and turn the oven to 425 degrees.
Carefully remove the foil from the ham and glaze it with a brush. Save half the glaze for the next step.
Place the ham back into the oven uncovered for 10 minutes.
Remove the ham and turn the oven to Broil. Glaze the ham one last time, using all your glaze, and put it back in the oven under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully!
Your ham is ready to remove from the oven; slice and eat!
* I don't usually cook with aluminum foil, but haven't found a good alternative for this application so I make an exception the once or twice a year that I bake a ham.
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Post Malone has dropped a shocking amount of weight, and there’s one big reason why:
He stopped drinking soda.
The star rapper/musician looks a lot different these days than what fans are used to seeing. One glance tells you Post Malone did something to improve his health. Turns out it was a pretty simple fix. He just cut out the sugary beverage.
“Soda is so bad. It’s so good but so bad,” Malone said during a recent appearance on the “Joe Rogan Experience,” according to Fox News.
Post Malone drops lots of weight after cutting out soda.
Malone stopped drinking soda and proceeded to drop 55 pounds. The star musician went from 240 to 185, according to the same Fox News report.
The transformation is pretty incredible to look at. Below is a side-by-side of a photo from a couple years ago compared to a recent one.
There’s no doubt Posty’s face is looking a lot slimmer.
Soda is awful for you.
While soda might taste good to people, it’s an absolutely terrible thing to put in your body. It’s loaded with sugar, and consuming a high amount of sugar is never a good thing.
A 20-ounce bottle of Mountain Dew has more than 70 grams of sugar in it. That’s an awful amount of sugar to consume.
I’m also speaking from experience. I lost 70 pounds after cutting out soda. Take a look at the side-by-side below. The only difference between these photos is soda.
I’d never tell anyone what to do with their life. If you want to drink soda, then you have that right in a free society. What I will say is I started shedding pounds as soon as I quit, and Post Malone did the same.
My last Soda was September 29, 2018 as I crushed Taco Bell during the Clemson/Syracuse game. That will forever be the last one. Never again, folks. Never again.
Props to Post Malone for getting healthy and cutting out soda. I have no doubt he’s feeling much better these days.
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Oxford City Council has launched a new joint partnership with research group OxAir to gain a greater insight in to residents’ daily exposure to air pollution, and how best it can be managed.
The partnership project will combine data from portable, reliable, low cost air quality sensors with residents’ experiences to gain a greater understanding of when, why, where, and how they are exposed to air pollution. The project also aims to provide evidence to support behaviours/measures that can be taken to reduce exposure.
The air quality sensors will measure human exposure by different modes of transport (walking, cycling, bus and car) to capture peak times for pollution, in addition, sensors will be located at fixed locations across Oxford, with the intention of capturing data based on how people move and live in the city.
Sensors will also be deployed at schools across Oxford to monitor air quality at the school gates during drop off/pick up times.
OxAir is looking for 8-10 local residents and local business employees to participate in the project over the next 6 months. The group will meet 3 - 4 times over the course of 6 months and will aims to generate new knowledge about how air quality is understood, measured and communicated. Visit www.oxair.org/getinvolved to find out how to take part.
Oxford City Council has secured £128,500 Government funding from The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to support the project.
Core project partners include; Oxford City Council, Empathy Sustainability, Ricardo Energy & Environment, Apertum, and Oxford University. However, the project will be working with other organisations across the city including Oxfordshire County Council, Low Carbon Oxford North, Oxford Bus Company, Pedal & Post, schools across Oxford, and others.
The City Council currently monitors air quality at 72 sites across Oxford. Three sites use continuous monitoring stations, which produce live data, and the others use diffusion tubes, which produce annual averages.
The European Union requires national governments to keep an annual average NO2 level of 40µg/m3 for towns and cities. However, the Committee on the Medical Effects of Air Pollutants warn that there is no safe level of nitrogen dioxide.
New figures (European Heart Journal, March 2019) have suggested that in the UK, emissions were responsible for around 64,000 deaths, just 18 per cent less than the 78,000 deaths caused by tobacco.
New data from the Oxford City Council’s 72 air pollution monitoring locations has shown that levels of toxic nitrogen dioxide (NO2) fell by an average of 0.23% between 2017 and 2018 –a starkly slower rate in comparison to the 22.7% decrease between 2016 and 2017. It is thought that another steep decline in air pollution may not occur without a further upgrade in the city’s vehicles to cleaner technology. However, future data will be needed to understand whether the plateauing is a trend.
In January, Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council published updated Zero Emission Zone proposals for Oxford City centre, following 15 months of consultation.
The ZEZ aims to tackle Oxford’s air pollution and protect the health of everyone who lives in, works in and visits the city. It is also expected that the ZEZ will improve air pollution levels across Oxfordshire because the buses and taxis that serve Oxford and are impacted by the zone, also serve towns and villages across the county.
Last Clean Air Day, the City Council launched an anti-idling campaign, Oxford Air Needs Your Care, with Oxford Friends of the Earth, encouraging parents not to leave their vehicle engines running outside of the school gate. The campaign saw schoolchildren surveying idling engines at the school gate and learning about the health impact of air pollution.
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Councillor Tom Hayes, Cabinet Member for a Zero Carbon Oxford, said: “There is no safe level of air pollution, so we’re aiming for the legal level but also beyond. However, we’re only going to get to this lowest possible level of pollution if we have the best possible picture of the state of the city. OxAir will give us that picture—it will lead us to measures that give everyone the highest quality and quantity of life. The health of the city’s children is a particular priority for us—we’re going to monitor air quality at places such as our school gates, so we can figure out just how much effort we need to put into encouraging parents to ditch the car for the school run. Dirty air is making people sick, yet simple changes, made possible by clear information, can stop you breathing in harmful air.”
Jake Backus, Managing Director, Empathy Sustainability Ltd, said: "Air quality legislation is based on averages. However, this does not mimic human exposure, which typically is at the peaks. The OxAir project is designed to get human level data to support and accelerate actions and strategies for pollution reduction, behaviour change and the humanisation of our cities."
To find out more about the project, and how to get involved, go to www.oxair.org
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Newly Engaged Couple Vanishes Shortly After Moving In Together, Leaving A Cell Phone Behind
Stephanie Mayorga and Paige Escalera's new roommate found one of their cell phones left behind on their bed.
Police in North Carolina are seeking the public’s help in finding a newly engaged couple who disappeared shortly after moving in together.
Stephanie Mayorga, 27, and Paige Escalera, 25, have not been seen since April 15, the Wilmington Police Department said Monday. The pair recently became engaged and moved into an apartment together in Wilmington in March, Escalera’s sister Stevie Jenkins told Oxygen.com. She added that the pair haven't known each other long.
It was the couple's new roommate who filed a missing persons report after not seeing the couple for three days, Jenkins said.
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It appears that Mayorga’s phone has been shut off since April 15 — the day she vanished, Jenkins said.
“Her boss says he tried calling her when she never showed the next morning,” she told Oxygen.com.
Jenkins said that her sister’s phone was left behind on the couple's bed and was given to police as evidence by their roommate. Jenkins said that the roommate has been helpful and cooperative.
Police believe that the women could possibly be traveling in a dark grey Dodge Dart with South Carolina tags. Escalera has large tattoos on both arms, including one of a skull and the word "Laila," and a beauty mark on her right cheek, according to her sister. Mayorga has a small wrist tattoo. It appears that both could have tattoos on their ring fingers as well.
“I am at a loss,” Jenkins told Oxygen.com. “I was just rekindling my relationship with my sister that has not been so well for the last 10 years. For the first time in a long time I felt like I finally had her back.”
Jenkins said that her sibling had just finished getting her GED and was attending college. Recently, Escalera was growing closer with her family, too.
Jenkins added that Escalera has had her share of troubles but said “she is an amazing person and has always pulled out making the right choices. She has a big heart and is willing to help anyone but I am scared that she may have gotten into trouble this way.”
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Wilmington Police Department at (910)-343-3609.
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At 100 years old, Mildred Busat credits genetics for her longevity — specifically, the genes she inherited from her mother.
“Everybody in her family lived into their 90s, a couple in their 100s,” Busat said. “So, I guess that’s where I got it.”
Recently, Busat joined three other senior residents of The Palms at Ponte Vedra Assisted Living and Memory Care to reflect on their memories of the past century. Sitting around a table next to Busat were Geraldine Iwanowski, also 100; Harry Hansgen, 97; and Charles Thonus, 101.
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How to improve immunity of your child during Covid Times
Apr 30, 2021, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn from Pediatrician Dr. Narmada Ashok how to improve immunity of your child during Covid Times.
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How to improve immunity of my 4 years 5 months Kid ,we are giving zincovit syrup 5 ml daily once in a day ,lukewarm water to drink , Turmeric milk once a day during night ,Fruits rich in iron like pomegrante ,Non veg food chicken liver portion . Pls look into it and suggest all ok and what else can we do more to boost immunity in these difficult times. Also it is very difficult for us to engage my kid for steam inhalation
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Hello Doctor! My daughter is 2 year old. Her appetite is very low. She hardly eats anything these days. She doesn't like the usual proteins : eggs and paneer or dal. During these times what kind of food should I try to give her that fills her tummy and provide immunity too ?
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Updated: Sep 12, 2018
For the finest French chocolate in the city, check out Paris for Kids' recommended top five chocolatiers promised to satisify every craving!
1. Patrick Roger: 3 place de la Madeleine, 75008 // 43 rue des Archives, 75004
The award-winning and famously quirky chocolate maker Patrick Roger won the title of best French artisan (meilleur ouvrier) in 2000. He is well-known by food connoisseurs like David Lebovitz for his rochers (featuring a contrast of smooth praline filling and crunchy hazelnut flecks), ganaches, or dark chocolate complemented by flavors like lime or hot pepper.
2. La Maison du Chocolat: 225 rue du Faubourg St. Honoré, 75008
Opened in 1977 by Robert Linxe (who was once referred to as a "ganache magician"), La Maison du Chocolat has several stores in Paris. For those of you who aren't crazy about bitter chocolate, this is your shop; La Maison du Chocolat never uses more than 65% cocoa in their confections, to avoid a bitter flavour. World-famous for their ganaches, this shop also specializes in truffles, mendiants (slices of chocolate topped with dried fruit) and bars with fruit or herbal notes and the best hot chocolate in France.
3. Maison Henri Le Roux: 52 rue Saint-Dominique, 75007
While he makes chocolates as well, it’s the caramels that draw locals and foreigners alike into the signature orange and black shops. An array of the sweets, some infused with matcha powder, chocolate and apple cinnamon, are available individually or in pre-bundled sachets. With several locations around the city, make sure to pop-in and treat yourself when you see one.
4. Pierre Hermé: 72 rue Bonapart, 75006
Though he’s most associated with his vast array of macarons, it is chocolate that has been the enduring thread throughout his work. He incorporates chocolate in any number of his preparations: cakes, ice creams, bonbons and, of course, traditional chocolates. Among his latest creations are the rectangular bonbons with a tiny macaron wedged in its centre: two birds, one stone. Don’t be afraid to try one of the outrageous macaron flavours like fig and foie gras!
5. A la Mère de Famille: 35 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009
The oldest chocolaterie-confectioner in Paris, a Parisian fixture since 1761, specializing in chocolate bars, mendiants, caramels and candies. Each of their 11 boutiques are overflowing with chocolates but you need to try the Palet Montmartre, a razor-thin chocolate disc filled with a veil of praliné or ganache that melts in your mouth. The heritage boutique on the rue du Faubourg Montmartre, with its 19th-century interior, is the one to seek out.
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The scorching summer was officially the hottest on record, with previous highs either equalled or exceeded on four consecutive days. In the last ten years, those record-high temperatures have become increasingly frequent, occurring twice as much as record lows and affecting almost every country globally.
The impacts aren’t simply warmer weather; over 70,000 people died in Europe due to searing heat.
Other ramifications include worsening air pollution, higher amounts of ozone at ground level, droughts, wildfires and further melting of the polar ice caps.
So – why have recent years seen a sudden spike in temperatures, and what are governments doing to help tackle the waves of heat rolling over the world every summer?
Table of Contents
Factors That Contribute To Unprecedented Hot Summers
Climate change is recognised as the primary reason for temperatures to soar and stay high, where greenhouse gases produced by people mean that around a fifth of the global population now lives in an area where average temperatures have increased by at least 1.5°C.
A warmer climate means that water evaporates from the land, making conditions drier, more arid, and less able to support life. World Weather Attribution has found that climate change has doubled the potential for extreme wildfires in regions of Canada.
However, carbon emissions and their impact on the temperature of the planet are not the only cause:
- In 2022, the underwater volcano Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha-apai erupted in the South Pacific. This event vaporised vast seawater while releasing water vapour into the ocean. The outcomes include an increase of around 0.03°C in global temperatures over the next few years.
- Solar radiation naturally ebbs and flows, generally on an eleven-year cycle. We are approaching the next peak, expecting to fall in 2025, which can add 0.05°C to the average temperatures worldwide.
Other elements include the El Niño winds, which extract radiating heat from warmer oceans, releasing that heat into the air and impacting worldwide temperatures by around 0.14°C.
Despite these and other contributing causes of higher temperatures, climate change remains the most significant issue. Human activity has warmed the planet by roughly 1.2°C since 1850, and scientists indicate that climate modelling shows no signs of a slowing trajectory.
The Impacts Of Extreme Heat
We often regard long, hot summers as a positive in cooler climates. However, sustained high heat is dangerous and can lead to severe natural disasters, including floods, forest fires, and other extreme weather events.
Politico reports that, in July 2023, sea temperatures around Florida and the Mediterranean exceeded 30°C, with temperatures around the Northern Hemisphere reaching as high as 45°C and above. China recorded a new record-high reading of 52.2°C in the middle of the month, where heat waves are now 1°C hotter than previous norms.
The effects aren’t simply hotter summers; heat waves also last much longer.
Scientists in the US have found that the average heatwave impacting an urban area now lasts for 40 days longer than in the 1950s, with a further 70 per cent increase in the number of days where temperatures exceed 32°C anticipated by 2050 if global warming continues unabated.
If the population remains static, the proportion of people living in areas with a heat index of 40°C or more yearly will increase from around 900,000 to over 90 million.
Extreme weather events in 2023 caused by heat
This summer has felt like chaos, with fires burning out of control across Europe and the Mediterranean, flooding across the US, extreme heat in North Africa and the Middle East, and flooding in Pakistan and India that has claimed hundreds of lives.
- Italy, Greece and Spain recorded temperatures above 45°C, with Sardinia recording heat of up to 48°C – compared to a peak of 48.8°C experienced in 2021 in Sicily. Major cities issued red alerts, warned residents to remain indoors, and forecast severe thunderstorms and flash flooding.
- In Rhodes, La Palma and Tenerife, thousands of people were evacuated, including stranded tourists, as firefighters struggled to bring wildfires under control – razing huge swathes of forest to the ground.
- At least five people were declared dead after flooding affected an area north of Philadelphia, where homes were washed away in New York State; a disaster called a ‘thousand-year event’ by the New York governor.
The situation was worse in regions which already struggled with extreme heat. Uruguay has experienced the worst water crisis on record, and areas in North Africa recorded overnight temperatures of 39.6°C, compared to daytime peaks of 47.5°C in Morocco and 48°C in Algeria.
One of the most recent disasters affected Hawaii, where wildfires on the island of Maui caused the deaths of 115 people, leaving around 400 missing from Lāhainā and meant that thousands lost homes and businesses. Many remaining properties are now unsafe due to toxic ash and debris from the flames.
Addressing Rising Global Temperatures
The Paris Climate Agreement, adopted by 196 United Nations countries in 2015, sets a goal to limit global warming to 1.5°C above the average temperatures that were the norm in the preindustrial era, a period spanning up to 1850.
To meet this goal, carbon emissions have to reach a peak by, at the latest, 2025 and reduce by 43 per cent by 2030. Many countries that have signed up to the agreement have since introduced legislation as a legal commitment to reaching zero carbon emissions by 2050 – but their progress so far has been slow.
Analysis from Climate Action Tracker shows that the current pathway will mean the world is an average of 2.4°C hotter by the end of this century, compared to preindustrial temperatures – a very long way from the target of 1.5°C.
However, efforts and strategies continue to be introduced, and the involvement of countries like China, the USA and India – respectively among the biggest producers of carbon emissions globally – is a significant step.
China has now committed to reaching carbon-neutral status by 2060, and there are positive signs that it may be able to meet this goal far sooner than initially anticipated. The widespread switch to electric cars, hydrogen, wind and solar power are all beneficial. India has surpassed plans to install renewable energy generators by 2022 capable of producing 175 GW of capacity.
The original target has been extended to 480 GW due to rapidly falling costs and governmental support.
There may be a long way to go – but when President Biden decided to return to the Paris Agreement in 2021, following Trump’s withdrawal in November 2020, the urgency and sense of collective action returned apace.
The Impact of Record High Temperatures FAQ
Why are higher average temperatures dangerous?
Hotter weather means less surface water, drops in ocean volumes, decreases in the size of the polar ice caps, and leads to drought, wildfires, famine and other side effects such as insect infestations and disease outbreaks. Lower water supplies are linked to reduced crop growth, and the warmer the weather, the more likely these challenges are to affect urban areas and agricultural regions.
How many people have died due to extreme heat?
Experts disagree, with some citing an average of 10,000 deaths every year due to high temperatures. A new study last year found that over 61,000 people in Europe died due to extreme heat during the summer of 2022, with figures from the current summer period expected to surge.
Adding more extreme weather events lasting longer is also a contributor. High temperatures indirectly cause deaths due to flooding, wildfires and storms and are often disregarded from statistics of people who have died because of exposure to heat.
What has caused the number of heatwaves in 2023?
The biggest cause is climate change, where carbon emissions impact the core temperature of the earth and its atmosphere. The so-called greenhouse effect means that an insulative layer of gases blanket the planet and stop heat from escaping.
If there were no greenhouse gases, the earth would be around 10°C cooler than it is now – more carbon emissions mean a thicker, denser cloud of pollutants that prevent heat dissipation and mean gases remain ‘stuck’ in the atmosphere while making the world hotter.
When were the hottest temperatures ever recorded?
Interestingly, the highest-ever temperature occurred some years ago, back in July 1913. The heat in Furnace Creek, Death Valley, reached 56.7°C. The current climate crisis isn’t necessarily about the hottest weather ever recorded in one location, though; it is about higher temperatures affecting every country worldwide and sustaining global warming.
Will governments take more proactive action to stop climate change?
The Paris Climate Agreement was a benchmark movement when over 190 UN countries committed to taking collective action to tackle climate change and reduce global emissions. The next Conference of the Parties, or COP, will take place in November and December of this year in Dubai, when further details of progress made and any changes to international strategy will be discussed.
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Are you looking for the best Warzone 2 STB 566 loadout? The STB 556 is one of the best assault rifles in MW2 that, somehow, handles like an SMG, making it perfect for close encounters. The stock version of the STB 556 already has excellent recoil, so we’ve used attachments that improve the gun’s accuracy, bullet velocity, and mobility. This weapon is surprisingly effective on Al Mazrah, especially when used alongside long-range weapons like sniper rifles, marksman rifles, and battle rifles – which are a new addition to the battle royale game.
Here is the best Warzone 2 STB 556 loadout:
- Muzzle: Dark KX30
- Underbarrel: Phase-3 Grip
- Laser: VLK LZR 7MW
- Optic: Cronen Mini Red Dot
- Ammunition: 5.56 High Velocity
For the muzzle, we’ve opted for the Dark KX30 for muzzle flash concealment and recoil stabilisation, while opting for the Phase-3 Grip for improved hip fire accuracy, aiming idle stability, and again that added recoil stabilisation. The VLK LZR 7MW laser improves the sprint to fire speed, aim down sight speed, and aiming stability, while the Cronon Mini Red Dot is our preferred optic, though you could swap this out for another attachment if needed.
Finally, we’ve gone for increased bullet velocity using the 5.56 High Velocity ammunition, which sacrifices some damage range. Still, as mentioned, you want to use this gun loadout in close-to-mid-range fights. With all the upgrades made to the STB 556’s mobility, you should be able to destroy any nearby enemies with ease in the free PC game.
That’s the best Warzone 2 STB 556 loadout, when kitted out correctly, it is most definitely in the conversation for best Warzone 2 AR. If you haven’t had a chance to play the battle royale game yet, here’s everything you need to know about the new strongholds and black sites, as well as all points of interest on the Warzone 2 map, so you know exactly where to drop.
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Apple vs. Facebook: What’s Behind the Ping Controversy?
By Ian Paul
PCWorldSep 3, 2010 9:46 am PDT
Wondering why you can’t use Facebook to find your friends on Ping–Apple’s new iTunes-based social network that supposedly connects to the social networking site? Turns out Apple and Facebook were unable to reach a business agreement that would have integrated Facebook with Ping, according to reports. But the failure to reach an agreement apparently didn’t stop Apple from trying to offer the functionality anyway–until Facebook pulled the plug. Here’s what’s going on
Facebook Fears a Slam
The prospect of partnering with Apple reportedly was of concern to Facebook, which fretted about potentially sudden and massive Web traffic loads. The fear was that Ping users would flood Facebook servers causing “site stability” and “infrastructure” problems, according to The New York Times.
It’s too early to tell how many of Apple’s 160 million iTunes account holders are using Ping. Then again, the mad rush to try out new Apple products can often overwhelm a business partner’s technical resources, such as AT&T’s computer glitches during the recent iPhone 4 launch. So it’s easy to see why Facebook would worry about a mass influx of Ping users slamming Facebook’s network. For users, however, the failure to come to an agreement is unfortunate. Facebook integration would have made it much easier for you to find people you know on Ping.
Facebook Was Part of the Ping Plan
When Apple demonstrated Ping during its annual fall product launch event on Wednesday, many noticed that Ping included Facebook integration. But later that day, when iTunes 10 became publicly available, Facebook functionality was missing — although some users reported having brief access to Facebook integration in Ping when iTunes 10 launched.
Ultimately, initial talks between Apple and Facebook failed, because of Facebook terms that CEO Steve Jobs described as “onerous,” according to numerous reports.. Nevertheless, Apple reportedly tried to implement Facebook integration into Ping without authorization, according to AllThingsD. But it didn’t take long for Facebook to figure out Apple’s ploy, and Ping was soon cut off from Facebook.
Facebook and Apple are reportedly still in discussions over Ping, but it’s unclear how long the negotiations will take or whether they will be successful.
In the meantime, Apple should consider other ways to make it easier to find friends on Ping. Many social networks (including Facebook) let you find your friends by importing contact information from Gmail, Hotmail, and AOL Instant Messenger. That would be a workable alternative for Ping until the two companies can work out their differences.
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Cosmetic surgeons are in high demand because people care more about how they look and feel. Cosmetic surgery can help people lead a better life, by removing several conditions which are not controlled by exercise and medication. With so many plastic surgeons to select from, it is important that we choose wisely. Following the right procedure is also crucial to achieving success and ultimate satisfaction, additional info!
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The WhatsApp Today it is still the leading app in terms of messaging, according to the latest report by sensor tower. Through the app, thousands of people can send text messages and even communicate via video call with someone living abroad. All you have to do is press a button to view that person in real time.
But not only today ليس The WhatsApp It continues to add various tools such as the ability to activate messages that self-destruct if not seen after a week, as well as photos and videos that disappear once opened by your contacts.
Now there is a fact that many always search for on the net and that is the topic of emojis. As is the case every year, the app adds a variety of emoticons so that you can use them in your conversations and thus emphasize more what you want to say. Among the most popular emoticons are faces and hearts.
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We have already noted that In 1845, the Revd James Knollis had to surrender parishioners to allow Earl Howe’s desire for a new church at Penn Street, and again, in 1852, when Philip Rose was looking for more Penn parishioners to justify his proposal to build St Margaret’s Church. The reason for all this church-building was a widespread view that the Anglican church was in a bad way. Churches were often in a poor state of repair and held staid Prayer Book services, with few hymns, long theological sermons and seating arrangements with pew rents which reflected a rigid social pecking order.
One of the corbels supporting the nave roof in Penn Church, dating from c.1400. It is a medieval Bishop thought to be St Hugh of Lincoln. Photograph by Eddie Morton. St Hugh was Bishop 11861200. A French nobleman, he was an exemplary bishop and is the Patron Saint of the sick, shoemakers, and swans.
The second Sir Philip Rose, recalling his boyhood in the 1840s, remembered Penn Church, “It was a dreary old Church in those days with richly cobwebbed windows in the corners of which huge spiders lurked and a Service as dreary as the Church, the spiders being much more interesting than the sermons:’ He also remembered the church in London to which they used to go. ” Twice every Sunday to Church ….. And woe betide any servant who did not put in an appearance …. .It was bad for any of us who did not remember the text of the long sermon when we got home. No music, toys or games were allowed on Sunday, and cards were looked upon as the ‘devil’s plaything’, and were under no circumstances to be allowed in the house.”
Sir George Grove, Editor of the Dictionary of Music and Musicians, and the first director of the Royal College of Music from its foundation in 1883, whose father came from Penn, remembered the Church of England in 1830 as having been, “a mass of deadness and stiff dullness. The old Wesleyan Evangelical movement had died down and the clergy were a body without a soul”.
Inspired by the Oxford Movement, the Anglican Church instituted radical reforms. The diocese of Lincoln, which had stretched unchanged from the Humber to the Thames, was split up and henceforth Penn was to come under the Bishop of Oxford. 106 churches were built in the new diocese of Oxford during the time of the first new Bishop, Samuel Wilberforce, between 1845 and 1869, including those at Tylers Green, Penn Street and Hazlemere. Churches all over the country were encouraged to restore the medieval arrangements of the Decorated period (c.1280-1380). A good deal of unnecessary damage was done to many old churches and Penn Church did not escape, as we shall see when the next Vicar arrives in 1860.
Miles Green, Penn Parish Newsletter No.51, September 2017
The stained glass window in the tower also depicts St Hugh and sits in the lancet window in the tower, of c.1325 in memory of a parishioner who died in 1946. Photograph by Michael G. Hardy from the ‘Stained Glass of Buckinghamshire Churches‘ website.
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Lifestyle Coach JAM here; so, what is your true potential, and why is it imperative for you to understand it and unlock it?
You’ve heard me talking a lot about potential lately, using terms like “unlock,” “live,” “unleash,” and “achieve,” most of which are used in “marketing” language to inspire people to fulfill more of their God-given gifts and talents and skills and go as far and as high as they can go.
Personally and professionally.
But there is a hidden understanding of potential, and it has to be unlocked, not because it’s not available to you; it is. It’s been driving you your whole life.
That said, it’s also been limiting you your whole life because, without an understanding of what’s primary in your life, you can lose sight of it, and your body can deplete it fast if you aren’t cultivating it and aligned with it.
You’ll never be divorced from it, or you’d be dead, but you can, and most do, live separately from it, unconscious of their energy potential (also known as spiritual intelligence) and giving their psychology way too much credit as if their brain itself was the source of their thoughts and insights.
And that’s why I am giving your true potential so much attention.
1) Understanding and unlocking your true potential IS is an overarching call to action for most of us and at the very essence of what it means to be human.
2) Living that potential, unleashing it (literally taking the leash off, like letting your pet off the leash), is essential, most of the time, to accomplish and achieve what you are here to do in the world.
Fulfilling your God-Inspired dreams and achieving at the level you are capable of, free of the curse that capable people often suffer, means learning about your true self (energy/spirit) and how you function and perform in the world. You must have energy and a strong flow state, a healthy body, and high-performance lifestyle skills to endure and sustain the challenges we all face. That’s the given most people miss.
But you also need:
3) Strong communication, industry, leadership skills, and luck (preparedness when opportunity strikes, which implies you are all in on your success) to achieve your full potential.
I don’t specialize in #3 other than in my industry, but I’m pretty good at 1 and 2
So what is your true potential?
The answer to this question is what enables you to live, unleash and achieve and plays its primary role in determining the level at which you will function, perform and succeed in whatever it is that you are up to.
Something of that significance is why I focus on helping you unlock your true potential first.
It’s “true” because it’s absolute, measurable, and not marketing fluff. And it does need to be unlocked or at the very least made primary in your life.
Simply put, it’s the intelligent energy (life force) that you experience as “spirit” in your human experience. Your true potential.
I like how my meditation and spiritual teacher, Jeff Carriera (the man who inspired me further to become an “artist of possibility”) put it.”
“And that’s what’s going on here in reality. The energetic life force from divinity is shining into manifestation and stimulating a response, a growth, a compulsion to reach back towards the source of that light, and our spiritual life is that source.”
You don’t need to get caught up with words like “divinity” or phrases like “shining into manifestation,” both of which are unessential or metaphorical terms but add a nice touch to the potential we’re talking about.
That energetic life force is what I help you cultivate and make primary in your life.
People who work with me (Lifestyle Coach JAM) can expect to discover what you really are before who you think you are and how you are in the world, both of which are what most people mistakenly make primary in their lives, and this leads to original distractions that don’t need to be in play in their/your life.
That’s what I mean by “unlocking your true potential” (energy and spirit) in your life, so you are free to live without the weight of the past or predominant anxiety about the future.
Unlocking that “true” potential is the key to it all; it’s what you live, it’s what you unleash, and it’s the foundation of your capacity to achieve. It also frees you to change with an understanding of your present situation and circumstances, en route to the new situation and circumstances you want to create and navigate the space in between.
- Your total potential is unlimited because it’s the universe’s intelligent energy that creates and is infinite. You are that.
- That intelligent energy, which you experience as vitality and spirit (life force), is your true potential. It’s what is real.
- How much of it you have charged and in reserve is your full potential at any given time.
- That potential must be lived and activated in your life as what’s primary and unleashed, free from habits that suppress, overspend, distract, deplete it excessively, or diffuse it. Which is to say, you unleash the full potential of “your lifestyle.” That’s what our courses and coaching provide.
- And when you do all that, which would mean you are proficient at a healthy, high-performance lifestyle, combined with industry experience and an aligned life structure and lifestyle strategy, you can achieve your full potential (goals) in the world.
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PR 2023 Fundraiser Auction15 September 2023
From Sunday September 17 – Friday September 29, 2023, Peripheral Review will host our second annual online auction of artworks from thirty-seven Canadian and international artists. The auction will take place entirely on our website and includes a wide-range of works at varying prices for increased accessibility. All proceeds of the sales will go to the artists and Peripheral Review’s publishing activities.
The link to the auction is here
The 2023 auction catalogue is available to download here.
2023 Auction Participating Artists:
Brit Bachmann | Amanda Boulos | Cookie Brunel | Hannah Busse | Yan Wen Chang | Qian Cheng | Amy Ching-Yan Lam | Meganelizabeth Diamond | Deborah Edmeades | FASTWÜRMS | Leila Fatemi | Elisa Ferrari + Christian Vistan | M. Gnanasihamany | Beau Gomez | Hannah Hanski | Brubey Hu | Liz Knox | Aubin Kwon | Tyler Matheson | Morgan Melenka | Tiziana La Melia | Hazel Meyer | Moniker Press | Tegan Moore | José Andrés Mora | New Documents | Christina Oyawale | Sonal Raje | Kerri Reid | Louise Reimer | Erin Shadoff | Kathryn Shriver | Maria Simmons | Dan Starling | Rhonda Weppler + Trevor Mahovsky | Lan “Florence” Yee
A note from the Editor:
Dear readers and supporters of Peripheral Review,
It’s maybe the busiest time of the year for artists, with the new academic semester in full swing, the crush of fall exhibition openings and parties, and grant deadlines abound, I want to thank you for the attention that you all have given us so far in the run of our 2023 auction.
As an independent publishing platform that’s been operating since 2016, and now more recently an official non-profit, we know the value of fundraising as well as the incalculable amount of hours behind the scenes that goes into every event. I am so pleased to be able to present the second year of this art auction to our readers, with an impressive roster of 37 Canadian artists, both emerging and established in practice, which has only been able to return due to the success of our inaugural event in 2022.
As you may already know, Peripheral Review did not receive grant funding this year for our upcoming programming. This was an especially devastating hit to us since the majority of the Canadian art community, artists in all levels of practice and organizations both DIY and institutional, were also left without project funding, with no answers provided as to why. As a small organization, we have tough skin and are used to applications that may not go through and projects planned years in advance not to be realized on time, but it was the overwhelming results of disappointment from the community at large that made me fear for the resilience of the art community in this moment of increasing economic inflation, with an affordable housing and studio space crisis in many cities across Canada to boot. For funding not to come through at this critical time for so many feels especially devastating, and I wanted to let our community know how disappointed we are at the state of it all.
However, in difficult times it becomes clear how impactful and significant it is to have a supportive community. Though the sales from the auction directly supports Peripheral Review, a portion of the sales also go to the participating artists, so when you make a bid on a work, you’re doing double duty in helping an artist sustain themselves from their practice, and helping us to continue to support those artists through publishing critical dialogue about their work.
In the final hours of the auction, I encourage you to consider the last time you appreciated culture, be it in film, theatre, an art gallery, a concert, reading a book or magazine, or crooning out the lyrics to your song at a karaoke party, artists helped to put together what you are enjoying in that moment. If you have the means at this time, I want to convince you to visualize the value and underpaid labour that goes into every piece of culture you enjoy on a daily basis.
Just by purchasing a work at the “estimated value” price during the auction, you are committing to paying artists for their labour at the rate they deserve at this critical time in the Canadian cultural landscape. Clout doesn’t pay the bills, but selling art can, so if you have the means, please consider supporting artists through our auction today and allowing us to continue to pursue our mandate:
Peripheral Review is committed to expanding the art writing and criticism community—this means by publishing art criticism and hosting online and in-person workshops and publication launches that are deeply engaged, yet accessible in content, form, and structure. We believe in promoting and giving opportunities to young, emerging, or under-represented artists, organizers, and activists across Canada to engage in productive and meaningful dialogue that represents their worldviews and experiences with art, and we work to encourage experimentation and mentor those who want to participate in the mainstream art discourse. Peripheral Review prioritizes emerging and alternative art practices while striving to be on the forefront of the way readers, writers, and artists engage with critical art writing.
Thank you for valuing art and culture in Canada at this urgent moment for the state of the arts in this country, we look forward to bringing you the best of what artists have to offer in ways that you want to read about it.
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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
What Is the ARM Cortex-M3 Processor?
The microcontroller market is vast, with over 20 billion devices per year estimated to be shipped in 2010. A bewildering array of vendors, devices, and architectures are competing in this market. The requirement for higher-performance microcontrollers has been driven globally by the industry’s changing needs; for example, microcontrollers are required to handle more work without increasing a product’s frequency or power. In addition, microcontrollers are becoming increasingly connected, whether by Universal Serial Bus (USB), Ethernet, or Wireless Radio, and hence the processing needed to support these communications channels and advanced peripherals is growing. Similarly, general application complexity is on the increase, driven by more sophisticated user interfaces, multimedia requirements, system speed, and convergence of functionalities.
The ARM Cortex-M3 processor, the first of the Cortex generation of processors released by ARM in 2006, was primarily designed to target the 32-bit microcontroller market. The Cortex-M3 processor provides excellent performance at low gate count and comes with many new features previously available only in high-end processors. The Cortex-M3 addresses the requirements for the 32-bit embedded processor market in the following ways:
- Greater performance efficiency, allowing more work to be done without increasing the frequency or power requirements
- Low power consumption, enabling longer battery life, especially critical in portable products including wireless networking applications
- Enhanced determinism, guaranteeing that critical tasks and interrupts are serviced as quickly as possible but in a known number of cycles
- Improved code density, ensuring that code fits in even the smallest memory footprints
- Ease of use, providing easier programmability and debugging for the growing number of 8-bit and 16-bit users migrating to 32-bit
- Lower-cost solutions, reducing 32-bit-based system costs close to those of legacy 8-bit and 16-bit devices and enabling low-end, 32-bit microcontrollers to be priced at less than US$1 for the first time
- Wide choice of development tools, from low-cost or free compilers to full-featured development suites from many development tool vendors
Microcontrollers based on the Cortex-M3 processor already compete head-on with devices based on a wide variety of other architectures. Designers are increasingly looking at reducing the system cost, as opposed to the traditional device cost. As such, organizations are implementing device aggregation, whereby a single, more powerful device can potentially replace three or four traditional 8-bit devices.
Other cost savings can be achieved by improving the amount of code reuse across all systems. Since Cortex-M3 processor-based microcontrollers can be easily programmed using the C language and are based on a well-established architecture, application code can be ported and reused easily, reducing development time and testing costs.
It is worthwhile highlighting that the Cortex-M3 processor is not the first ARM processor to be used to create generic microcontrollers. The venerable ARM7 processor has been very successful in this market, with partners such as NXP (Philips), Texas Instruments, Atmel, OKI, and many other vendors delivering robust 32-bit Microcontroller Units (MCUs). The ARM7 is the most widely used 32-bit embedded processor in history, with over 1 billion processors produced each year in a huge variety of electronic products, from mobile phones to cars.
The Cortex-M3 processor builds on the success of the ARM7 processor to deliver devices that are significantly easier to program and debug and yet deliver a higher processing capability. Additionally, the Cortex-M3 processor introduces a number of features and technologies that meet the specific requirements of the microcontroller applications, such as nonmaskable interrupts for critical tasks, highly deterministic nested vector interrupts, atomic bit manipulation, and an optional memory protection unit. These factors make the Cortex-M3
processor attractive to existing ARM processor users as well as many new users considering use of 32-bit MCUs in their products.
The Cortex-M3 Processor vs Cortex-M3-Based MCUs
The Cortex-M3 processor is the central processing unit (CPU) of a microcontroller chip. In addition, a number of other components are required for the whole Cortex-M3 processor-based microcontroller. After chip manufacturers license the Cortex-M3 processor, they can put the Cortex-M3 processor in their silicon designs, adding memory, peripherals, input/output (I/O), and other features. Cortex-M3 processor-based chips from different manufacturers will have different memory sizes, types, peripherals, and features. This book focuses on the architecture of the processor core. For details about the rest of the chip, please check the particular chip manufacturer’s documentation.
Figure 1.1 The Cortex-M3 Processor vs the Cortex-M3-Based MCU
Background of ARM and ARM Architecture
A Brief History
To help you understand the variations of ARM processors and architecture versions, let’s look at a little bit of ARM history.
ARM was formed in 1990 as Advanced RISC Machines Ltd., a joint venture of Apple Computer, Acorn Computer Group, and VLSI Technology. In 1991, ARM introduced the ARM6 processor family, and VLSI became the initial licensee. Subsequently, additional companies, including Texas Instruments, NEC, Sharp, and ST Microelectronics, licensed the
ARM processor designs, extending the applications of ARM processors into mobile phones, computer hard disks, personal digital assistants (PDAs), home entertainment systems, and many other consumer products.
Nowadays ARM partners ship in excess of 2 billion ARM processors each year. Unlike many semiconductor companies, ARM does not manufacture processors or sell the chips directly. Instead, ARM licenses the processor designs to business partners, including a majority of the world’s leading semiconductor companies. Based on the ARM low-cost and power-efficient processor designs, these partners create their processors, microcontrollers, and system-on-chip solutions. This business model is commonly called intellectual property (IP) licensing.
In addition to processor designs, ARM also licenses systems-level IP and various software IP. To support these products, ARM has developed a strong base of development tools, hardware, and software products to enable partners to develop their own products.
Over the years, ARM has continued to develop new processors and system blocks. These include the popular ARM7TDMI processor and, more recently, the ARM1176TZ(F)-S processor, which is used in high-end applications such as smart phones. The evolution of features and enhancements to the processors over time has led to successive versions of the ARM architecture. Note that architecture version numbers are independent from processor names. For example, the ARM7TDMI processor is based on the ARMv4T architecture (the T is for Thumb instruction mode support).
The ARMv5E architecture was introduced with the ARM9E processor families, including the ARM926E-S and ARM946E-S processors. This architecture added “Enhanced” Digital Signal Processing (DSP) instructions for multimedia applications.
With the arrival of the ARM11 processor family, the architecture was extended to the ARMv6. New features in this architecture included memory system features and Single Instruction–Multiple Data (SIMD) instructions. Processors based on the ARMv6 architecture include the ARM1136J(F)-S, the ARM1156T2(F)-S, and the ARM1176JZ(F)-S.
Following the introduction of the ARM11 family, it was decided that many of the new technologies, such as the optimized Thumb-2 instruction set, were just as applicable to the lower-cost markets of microcontroller and automotive components. It was also decided that although the architecture needed to be consistent from the lowest MCU to the highest-performance application processor, there was a need to deliver processor architectures that best fit applications, enabling very deterministic and low gate count processors for cost-sensitive markets and feature-rich and high-performance ones for high-end applications.
Over the past several years, ARM extended its product portfolio by diversifying its CPU development, which resulted in the architecture version 7, or v7. In this version, the architecture design is divided into three profiles:
- The A profile, designed for high-performance open application platforms
- The R profile, designed for high-end embedded systems in which real-time performance is needed
- The M profile, designed for deeply embedded microcontroller-type systems
Let’s look at these profiles in a bit more detail:
- A Profile (ARMv7-A): Application processors required to run complex applications such as high-end embedded operating systems (OSs), such as Symbian, Linux, and Windows Embedded, requiring the highest processing power, virtual memory system support with Memory Management Units (MMUs), and, optionally, enhanced Java support and a secure program execution environment. Example products include high-end mobile phones and electronic wallets for financial transactions.
- R Profile (ARMv7-R): Real-time, high-performance processors targeted primarily at the higher end of the real-time1 market—those applications, such as high-end breaking systems and hard drive controllers, in which high processing power and high reliability are essential and for which low latency is important.
- M Profile (ARMv7-M): Processors targeting low-cost applications in which processing efficiency is important and cost, power consumption, low interrupt la...
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Pest Control New Romney Kent (TN28): It is a worrying experience when you discover an infestation of pests in your New Romney home or business, however there are plenty of businesses in the area who can help. Unless dealt with effectively, safely and rapidly, mice, rats and other vermin can become an enormous issue by spreading disease and possibly causing damage to property. If there is an infestation of you home or business premises by vermin, rodents or flying/crawling insects is found, you need to speak to a reputable and experienced pest pest control specialist for advice and solutions to your problem.
It is regrettable that with New Romney growing in population year after year the possibility of discovering objectionableon your property also grows. Rodents, insects and birds are lured in by the increasing quantity of waste products we are producing as New Romney grows in size. A number of pests are inclined to be more prevalent during the summer months and guidance on how to deal with fleas, ants, flies and cockroaches should be sought-after so as to prevent an infestation from these .
THE MOST COMMON PESTS
The most common pests you'll find in and around your property can all be sorted out safely, efficiently and discreetly by a competentservice in New Romney. The six most widespread vermin and insects you are likely to need help with in New Romney are:
Mice - The damage inflicted by mice on food packets, electric wires, insulation and furniture, and their search for food when they emerge from their hiding places in basements, cavity walls and lofts is one of the most common problems faced by many households and businesses in New Romney. They can additionally spread disease for example the Hantavirus, through their droppings and urine.
Rats - Sometimes gnaw on cables which can lead to fires. Whenare left to their own devices they can inflict an enormous amount of damage to property not withstanding their ability to spread disease. Rat activity is easily recognised by the telltale signs of frayed electrical wires, droppings and teeth marks.
Ants - Ants will sometimes find their way into properties and homes in their seasonal hunt for shelter or food. Their nests are normally simple to spot with dry, loose soil and seed husks scattered around the entrance hole. It can be a major problem if ants establish nests anywhere inside your property.
Cockroaches - Enjoying a warm, moist and dark habitat, the cockroach (Blattodea) is a nocturnal insect. If a cockroach infestation is not resolved pretty quickly they will spread like wildfire around your house, especially in areas like kitchens, bathrooms and in between wall cavities.
Wasps - When wasps establish a nest within your home they can change from being a bit of a nuisance to a painful issue if disturbed. They will build nests trees and outbuildings in the garden, and also in your wall cavities and loft, out the way of rain and direct sunlight. A dry and sheltered underground space, for example beneath a badly laid paving slab, could also be attractive for wasps looking to build a nest.
Flies - An excess of flies within your property is typically symptomatic with other issues, and these flies can spread diseases and cause food poisoning if permitted to thrive. Places where waste is disposed of and those where food is prepared are the most susceptible to fly incursion. Due to the nature of infection by maggots and fly larvae, surfaces where food preparation takes place have to be cleaned immediately after use.
Bird Control New Romney
Some birds and their fouling habits can easily be more than merely a nuisance to householders and business owners in New Romney, because of the risks to health and property damage that can occur. With the increasing use of photo-voltaic solar panels in New Romney, there is a problem caused by nesting birds like pigeons and seagulls, whose excrement can block and damage their efficiency.
All kinds of insects are attracted to bird roosting and nesting areas and can bring about a secondary infestation which has to be dealt with. Unfortunately, fleas, beetles, flies and mites are all commonly associated with the nesting sites of seagulls, pigeons and starlings, and can all spread diseases by contaminating food and water sources.
Pigeon waste, while unsightly, are also a transmission method of diseases which can cause serious harm to people. Psittacosis, Salmonella, Cryptococcosis and Fowl are all carried in bird droppings and it's vital to take action swiftly to lower these hazards to health.
Choosing Your New Romney Pest Control Specialist
From the moment you notice a pest problem it's a priority to identify a qualified pest control specialist in New Romney who'll be able to deal with the needs of your specific pest problem. A company that is a registered member of the BPCA (British Pest Control Association) will give you peace of mind that you're going to be tended to by an appropriately qualified and trained specialist in the pest management industry. BPCA endorsed companies in New Romney will also have been through an intensive evaluation to make certain that their services come up to the highest standards.
You could possibly be offered an approximate quote via email or over the phone on first discussion of your predicament with your selected pest control provider in New Romney, however this could be adjusted because of the different things associated with each particular circumstance. A more accurate quote for your pest control services will be prepared as soon as a site survey is conducted to assess what needs to be accomplished to successfully remedy your individual pest problem.
Aspects that will have an affect on the cost of treatment are going to include the type of pests or pest that you have on your premises and how substantial an infestation it has become. There could be an assortment of treatments that can be used to solve your pest infestation and this will play a large part in the final costs. If the property is large and it's discovered that the pest infestation has developed across different floors and rooms, this will affect the charges because of the amount of treatment needed.
The treatment approaches to solve your plight and possible means by which to prevent further issues should be talked over at the survey stage, so as to come up with the most effective solution. In some instances it might be advised that disinfectant spraying or fumigation is the required course of action. Such pest control services should be carried out by a professional who is trained in the effective use of the required products and it may be a necessity that you briefly vacate your property while while this procedure being carried out.
Guidance and Smaller Scale Pest Control Solutions
A lot of pest control companies in New Romney will gladly offer you advice and consultation with regards to small scale pest problems and supply information on prevention for your property. It is perfectly possible to find DIY remedies for self use in modest pest circumstances.
Even with DIY products being quite effective there isn't any guarantee that they'll completely rid your house of the pest issue. In most instances, it is better to get treatments and advice from a pest control specialist in New Romney, who doesn't just have the know-how and experience, but can also offer warranties regarding their services.
You can chat with your pest controller about the pest control products that can be used in many cases, and which are readily available to buy, should you wish to have a stab at dealing with the pest situation by yourself. If you buy a non-harmful vermin trap and aren't using a pest control service, you will have to find an acceptable location for any animal you catch, where you can free it safely, and where it can't enter another individual's property. For most homeowners in New Romney, it's far safer and easier to seek assistance from a reputable local pest control professional who you can rely on to adhere to all national live animal relocation guidelines.
Pest control services are available in New Romney and also nearby in: Burmarsh, Littlestone, St Mary in the Marsh, Brenzett, Greatstone, St Marys Bay, Brookland, Camber, Old Romney, Dungeness, Ivychurch, as well as in these postcodes TN28 8DN, TN28 8HP, TN28 8DJ, TN28 8UT, TN28 8HY, TN29 0WR, TN28 8TD, TN28 8HT, TN28 9DA, TN28 8HA. Local New Romney pest controllers will likely have the postcode TN28 and the dialling code 01797. Checking this out will ensure that you access locally based providers of pest control. New Romney householders will be able to utilise these and countless other comparable services.
Is Pest Control Free for Rats?
No,for rats are generally not free in the UK. Pest control companies and local authorities in the UK typically require a fee for rat control services. The fees can differ based on the area and the exact services provided.
Certain individuals or situations, such as cases involving health and safety risks, or low-income households, may qualify for discounted rates or subsidies offered by some local councils. Inquiring about the specific fees and available options for rat control services is advised by reaching out to your local authority or pest control services in your area. Discounted or free initial consultations may be provided by certain private pest control providers; however, fees are usually associated with subsequent treatments and services.
Bed Bug Control
Identifying bed bugs in your property in New Romney is a traumatic experience for any family. The fact that they're hard to identify and exterminate, with some DIY treatments only making the matter worse, is what makes this issue so challenging.
Expert assistance with bed bug infestations is the only way to be sure that your bed bug problem is eradicated effectively. Unless you want to dump all your bedding and furniture there is no DIY treatment for a bed bug infestation that is as successful as specialist pest control in New Romney.
You must be aware that to successfully control a bed bug infestation requires more than a single visit. If you're offered a one-shot solution, you need to ask if they offer a guarantee on total removal, and whether they're going to impose additional charges for further visits, because this isn't the recommended way to manage a bed bug problem. By removing and eradicating bed bugs at every stage of their life-cycle; adults, eggs and hatchlings, an experienced New Romney pest control company will ensure that the problem is resolved long-term.
Help and Guidance
The dedicated Wikipedia "pest control" page is the spot to head over to for info regarding pest control in cities and homes, pest control throughout the world, the history of pest control, pest control techniques for specific pests, pest control in horticulture, agriculture and forestry and pesticides. To find recommended and approved pest controllers in New Romney you can visit the British Pest Control Association (BPCA). To order ant traps, fogging equipment, dusters, rat poison, bait stations, spray cleaners, UV flashlights, bee and wasp suits, spill kits, foamers, protective face masks, respirators, pressure sprayers, visors, disposable coveralls and disposable gloves, pop along to Do My Own. If you happen to be interested in reading up on the seven top bugs in British homes head here. When looking for ideas and tips on all sorts of subjects, most people in New Romney depend on social media nowadays, accessing websites such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. If you would like to find out what's trending right now in relation to pest control check this out. See how to eliminate mice from your home on YouTube here.
Kent Pest Control Specialists
In Kent you can additionally find: River pest control, Coldred pest control specialists, Mereworth pest management, Bapchild pest controllers, Lenham, Cliffs End pest control, Chartham pest control services, Guston pest management, Aylesham pest control, Lower Stoke , Sutton Valence pest controllers, Hersden pest control specialists, Kemsing pest controllers, Riverhead pest management, Riverhead , Bidborough pest control services, Goudhurst pest controllers, Marden pest control services, Sissinghurst pest management, Littlebourne , Rolvenden pest controllers, Hollingbourne pest control services, Broad Oak pest control services, Eythorne pest control services, St Mary in the Marsh pest controllers, Brenchley pest control services, Mersham pest control specialists, Allhallows on Sea pest controllers, Broad Oak pest control specialists, Thurnham pest control services. Throughout Kent you'll be able to find pest control specialists who'll offer you various services for all your pest control needs. If you can't identify a satisfactory in New Romney itself you should not have any problem finding a decent one somewhere nearby.
The Top Household Pests in New Romney
- Carpet Beetles
- Clothes Moths
- Bed Bugs
Near New Romney
Also: Burmarsh pest control, Brookland pest control, St Mary in the Marsh pest control, St Marys Bay pest control, Dungeness pest control, Old Romney pest control, Littlestone pest control, Greatstone pest control, Camber pest control, Brenzett pest control, Ivychurch pest control and more.
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Cast iron plants are popular evergreen houseplants with gorgeous, glossy green leaves. If you’re growing one of these beauties at home, they need the right amount of sunlight to keep these fabulous leaves looking lush and healthy. In this article, I’ll explain the ideal light requirements for cast iron plants for optimal growth.
- Ideal Light Requirements for Cast Iron Plants – The Essentials
- The Importance of Light for Plant Growth
- Types of Light for Houseplants
- Typical Light Conditions That Cast Iron Plants Receive in Their Native Habitats
- Signs That Your Cast Iron Plant Is Receiving Too Much Light
- Signs That Your Cast Iron Plant Isn’t Receiving Enough Light
- The Ideal Light Levels for Cast Iron Plants
- Cast Iron Plant Light Requirements FAQs
- Cast Iron Plant Light Requirements – Wrapping Up
Ideal Light Requirements for Cast Iron Plants – The Essentials
Cast iron plants (Aspidistra elatior) thrive best in bright, indirect light and can also happily tolerate low-light conditions. For optimal growth, provide these plants with a minimum of three to four hours of bright, indirect light in the morning. During the afternoons, cast iron plants will thrive best with plenty of shade. An excellent spot to position cast iron plants is near east, southeast, or north-facing windows protected by sheer curtains or blinds.
The Importance of Light for Plant Growth
Sunlight is one of the most critical resources for plant growth. Solar energy is vital for photosynthesis, a necessary process used by plants to create new tissue.
During photosynthesis, plants absorb sunlight using chlorophyll, the green pigment in their leaves. This solar energy is mixed with water and carbon dioxide to produce glucose. Plants use this important sugar as fuel to manufacture cellulose, which forms the basis of new stems, leaves, and flowers.
Different types of plants require varying levels of sunlight. However, plants that don’t get enough sunlight will struggle to produce healthy growth. Instead, these weaker plants can only produce leggy or stunted growth, slowing their development.
While sunlight is important, getting too much sunlight can also cause issues. Many plants will suffer from burnt leaves when exposed to too much intense direct sunlight. This causes the color of the leaves to fade and may also cause internal damage. As such, giving each plant the right light levels is extremely important.
Types of Light for Houseplants
All plants need varying amounts of sunlight depending on the conditions of their native habitat. Sometimes, knowing how much light a plant needs can be challenging. That’s why we distinguish between three different types of light for houseplants:
Plants that prefer low-light conditions need approximately three hours of morning sunlight followed by shade for most of the day. These plants are usually native to shady woodland or rainforest habitats.
Plants that require low light conditions are usually sensitive to bright light. Position these plants in rooms with north-facing windows to provide plenty of shade throughout the day.
Bright, Indirect Light
Plants that like bright, indirect light require at least four hours of direct sun in the morning. These plants need some shade in the afternoon, especially during hot summers.
The vast majority of houseplants thrive in bright, indirect light. To provide plenty of bright, indirect light, position plants approximately 3 feet away from east or south-facing windows. You can also use sheer curtains or blinds to create bright, indirect light.
Plants requiring direct light should receive between six and eight hours of full sun daily. This type of light is ideal for plants like cacti and succulents that usually come from hot or arid climates. Plants that like direct sunlight should be situated near south, southwest, or west-facing windows.
Typical Light Conditions That Cast Iron Plants Receive in Their Native Habitats
Cast iron plants inhabit the forest floor of jungles and woodlands in Japan and Taiwan. As such, cast iron plants are used to growing in shady conditions provided by the jungle canopy. Cast iron plants can also be grown in warm climates in USDA Zones 7 to 11.
Signs That Your Cast Iron Plant Is Receiving Too Much Light
Cast iron plants are more vulnerable to getting too much sunlight than not receiving enough. Here are some signs that your cast iron plant is receiving too much sunlight:
Burnt Foliage with Brown Tips
If exposed to too much direct sunlight, cast iron leaves can burn badly and develop brown tips. This is especially common during hot summers. Move your plant further away from the window or use blinds or net curtains to filter the light.
Cast iron plants that are receiving too much sun can develop drooping leaves. When exposed to direct sunlight, cast iron plants use more water, which can leave them dehydrated. This can cause the leaves to droop.
Signs That Your Cast Iron Plant Isn’t Receiving Enough Light
Cast iron plants need the right amount of light to keep their leaves looking lush and healthy. Here are a few signs that your cast iron plant isn’t receiving enough light:
Discolored or Drooping Leaves
Cast iron plants with drooping or discolored leaves may not be receiving enough light. This is especially true for variegated varieties, which can lose their variegation in low light. This occurs because the plant produces more chlorophyll to compensate for the lack of sunlight, turning the leaves dark green.
Leggy, Stunted Growth
Cast iron plants that don’t receive enough sunlight will produce leggy, stunted, or weak growth. New leaves will also be smaller than expected. This is because the plant can’t produce enough cellulose to create large, healthy leaves.
The Ideal Light Levels for Cast Iron Plants
Cast iron plants grow best in bright, indirect light but can also perform well in low-light conditions. These tropical evergreens are sensitive to direct sunlight, which can burn their lovely leaves. Cast iron plants are also known as bar room plants due to their ability to tolerate low light levels.
Position cast iron plants near east or southeast-facing windows to provide the ideal light levels. Filter incoming sunlight through blinds or sheer curtains to offer additional protection. You can also place cast iron plants near north-facing windows, and they will still grow happily.
It’s best to let cast iron plants get a few hours of bright light in the morning. This helps protect their sensitive leaves from direct afternoon sunlight, especially during the summer.
During the winter, you may have to move cast iron plants to a slightly brighter location. This helps compensate for the shorter day lengths during the winter months.
Cast Iron Plant Light Requirements FAQs
Cast Iron Plant Light Requirements – Wrapping Up
Cast iron plants are adaptable houseplants that thrive in bright, indirect light, or low light conditions. These evergreen houseplants should receive three or four hours of morning sun daily. Cast iron plants then require shade in the afternoons, especially in summer.
For more, see our in-depth guide to the amazing uses and benefits of cast iron plants, the best soil mix for cast iron plants, whether cast iron plants are pet-friendly, how to fix yellowing leaves on cast iron plants, how to repot cast iron plants, when and how to fertilize cast iron plants, how to deal with common cast iron plant pests and diseases, and the best types of plants for small apartments.
Edd is a budding content writer and gardener living in the United Kingdom. He has a bachelor's degree in Creative and Professional Writing and has written for several gardening publications online. He is passionate about nature and sustainability with a focus on gardening and wildlife.
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Green tea extract is derived from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis bush. Dried green tea leaves are used to make the popular hot beverage, and the extracts play a central role in herbal medicine. More recently, purified extracts have found favor as a nutraceutical and food antioxidant preservative.
Green tea extract: is this herb safe in dog, cat diets?
Green tea extract has been around for centuries, but its use in pet foods is a very modern consideration that is long on extrapolation and short on proof of benefit.
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To legalize medicinal or recreational use of marijuana for Kansas because of its multiple medical benefits and to prevent it from harming people. According to a study done by the National Library of Medicine medical marijuana helps with "relief from stress/anxiety (50% of respondents said this), relief of insomnia (45%), improved appetite (12%), decreased nausea (10%), increased focus/concentration (9%), and relief from depression (7%)." Another problem is Fentanyl is becoming common with each day that passes. Normally you wouldn't find it on marijuana but just the fact that the chance of it becoming more common isn’t something we should allow. The Minnesota Department of Health states that “Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.” Something that is 50x stronger than heroin should not have the chance of getting rid of young adults. More than half of American adults have tried marijuana at least once in their lives. Nearly 55 million of them, or 22 percent, currently use it.
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Top MBA specializations to choose
Which MBA specialization to choose?
Getting an MBA degree will empower you with the most desiring career boost with management skills and business expertise. In this age of cut-throat competition in job market and companies expecting the best talents to recruit a student has but to keep himself ready with the best skills and best degree to renhance his resume. But this will happen only if you have chosen the right MBA specialization for yourself. To choose the MBA degree that will be the right for you is very important apart from choosing the right MBA college for you.
Some years back students aspiring to get an MBA degree did not have much choices except for some specifications in Human Resource Management and Financial Management. Apart from Finance, marketing and Human Resources management there various MBA specializations to choose from. Some best known MBA specializations are:
These are always very important MBA specializations which get buyers at anytime in the industry. But with newer and newer job opprtunities and innovative business options business enterpreneurs are in need of more specific MBA specialization. Now a days you are getting more and more MBA programs that provide exclusive training that will go beyond general business management. Students are getting newer and newer subject area expertise to choose from. Some relatively new MBA specializations are
Top and fresh MBA specializations
* MBA in Criminal Justice specialization,
* Nonprofit and Government MBA specialization: NGOs are popular career choice of Gen-Next. But what can be a better idea that to equip oneself with an MBA degree in NGO Management. Those who want to make a career in social services and NGOs this MBA specialization can help a lot.
* Organizational management specialization.
* Healthcare Management Specialization: Another rising sector is health care management specialization. Healthcare facilities in India is becoming world-class and the country needs well-trained persons to manage all sectors like hospital facilities, Pharmaceuticals etc.
* Real Estate: Real Estate business is views as one of the best profitable business at this point of time. And a Real Estate MBA Specialization can help grabbing the best jobs in this industry.
* Sports Management: Sports management specialization can help you grabbing high paying sports administrative jobs.
* Social service,
* Executive Management,
* Education management,
* Hospitality and Tourism Specialization: This specialization can help Hotel Management students and others who want to make a career in Hotel Industry as well as tourism field.
* Industrial Management,
* Information Systems,
* Leadership management.
* Media Management(Can be done along with Mass Communication and Journalism)
* Knowledge Management
* Technology Management
What is a Combined MBA degree
Moreover, today you can also choose an MBA degree that will provide you the chances of a combined your MBA degree with another subject of your choice like Law, Health, Healthcare, etc. This helps to synchronise your MBA degree with your graduation course. And you can pursue your MBA degree along with the subject of your inyerest.
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Please take a moment to read the following to learn more about our information privacy practices, including the types of information we collect, how we use information that we collect and for what purposes, to whom we disclose the information, your choices about how your information is shared, and how we safeguard your personal information. Your privacy is a priority at PhotoDynamic, and we go to great lengths to protect it.
What is “personal information”?
What information we collect
If you are a Clinical Care Provider using the Portal, we collect certain information from you directly so that you can create a Portal account, including your name, email address, and the corporate name and address of your clinic or practice. We also collect from you the serial numbers associated with each Device that you provide to a Patient under your care. We do not collect any Patient information from you.
If you are a Patient, we collect personal information from you in order to open an account on the App, including your name, email address, and the serial number of your Device. Your Device collects information relating to your use of the Device (“Usage Data”), which is then sent via Bluetooth to the App, such as how many days in a row you have used the Device, and if you used the Device as directed (for example, whether or not the Device is used for the recommended amount of time per use). You can decide if and how Usage Data is shared via the App through a menu on the App (you can decide if you would like to share Usage Data with your orthodontist or dentist, or with your parents, if you are under the age of 19), which is explained in more detail, below under Disclosure of your Personal Information. We do not collect, store or have access to your Usage Data.
If you make a purchase through the App or Portal, we collect information about the transaction generally, but we do not collect or store your credit card or other payment information (this is done through payment processor Stripe). For example, we would collect and use your name, shipping address and the details of your order in order to fulfil your purchase.
If you visit our website and fill in the contact form, we collect your email address and name, as well as any other information you include in a message to us (by sending a message to email@example.com). Information that you send to us via this means would be used to respond to your query.
When you visit our website, access the Portal, or download, access, and use the App, we may automatically collect:
Usage details. When you access and use the Portal or App, we may automatically collect certain details of your access to and use of the Portal or App, including traffic data, logs, and other communication data and the resources that you access and use on or through the Portal or App.
Mobile or other device information. We may collect information about your mobile device and internet connection, including the device's unique device identifier, IP address, operating system, browser type, mobile network information, and the device's telephone number.
The technologies we use for this automatic data collection may include:
Cookies (or mobile cookies). A cookie is a small file placed on your smartphone. It may be possible to refuse to accept mobile cookies by activating the appropriate setting on your device. However, if you select this setting you may be unable to access certain parts of the Portal or our App.
How we use Personal Information
In addition to the uses outlined above, we also use personal information as follows:
To provide you with the Portal, the App and its contents.
To provide you with information, products or services that you request from us.
To fulfill the purposes for which you provided it or that were described when it was collected or any other purpose for which you provide it.
To carry out our obligations and enforce our rights in any contracts with you, including for billing and collection or to comply with legal requirements.
To notify you when Portal and/or App updates are available, and of changes to any products or services we offer or provide though it.
To improve our Portal, App, products or services, or customer relationships and experiences.
To address any warranty issues or to process any recalls.
For any other reasonable purpose, with your consent.
Disclosure of your Personal Information
PhotoDynamic takes your privacy very seriously. We will never give, rent or sell your Personal Information nor use it for purposes other than for those that you have expressly consented, unless we are compelled to do so by law or in the event of a sale of any part of PhotoDynamic’s business operation. We do use non-identifiable or aggregate data for a range of purposes, including improving our services.
If you are a Patient, you can choose to share Usage Data with your Clinical Care Provider, to allow them to track your progress. PhotoDynamic does not have access to your Usage Data, or any other personal information that you might input (in addition to the information needed to open your account). In the App, there is a menu that allows you to choose who you will share the information with. While your Clinical Care Provider may not be granted permission by you to view Usage Data, your Clinical Care Provider knows which Device is yours by virtue of the serial number of the Device. As a Patient you can also choose to share your Usage Data with your parents or guardians.
We may disclose your personal information without notice or consent if we are legally obligated to do so, such as in response to a court order or production order. If we do so, we will endeavour to notify you in advance unless we are legally prevented from doing so.
Transferring your personal information
We may transfer personal information that we collect or that you provide us to contractors, service providers, and other third parties we use to support the Portal and App (such as analytics providers that assist us with improvement and optimization) and who are contractually obligated to keep personal information confidential, to use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them, and to process the personal information with the same standards set out in this policy.
We may process, store, and transfer your personal information in and to other countries. Whenever we engage a service provider, we require that its privacy and security standards comply with this policy and applicable Canadian laws.
Protection of your personal information
The security of your personal information is very important to us. We use physical, electronic, and administrative measures designed to secure your personal information from accidental loss and from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. We use Amazon cloud storage for all information we collect.
The safety and security of your information also depends on you. Where we have given you (or you have chosen) a password for access to certain parts of our Portal or App, you are responsible for keeping it confidential. We ask you not to share your password with anyone.
Unfortunately, the transmission of information via the Internet and mobile platforms is not completely secure. Although we do our best to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your personal information transmitted through the Portal or App. Any transmission of personal information is at your own risk. We are not responsible for circumvention of any Portal or App privacy settings or security measures.
Retention of personal information
Except as otherwise permitted or required by applicable law or regulation, we will only retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Under some circumstances we may anonymize or aggregate your personal information so that it can no longer be associated with you. We reserve the right to use such anonymous and de-identified data for any legitimate business purpose without further notice to you or your consent.
Accuracy of and access to your personal information
It is important that your personal information accurate, complete, and up to date for the purposes for which it is used. You always have the right to access and correct the personal information you have provided, either directly through the Portal or App, or by contacting us at firstname.lastname@example.org and requesting any required changes. You also have the right to access the personal information we hold about you at any time, by sending a request via email to email@example.com. Whether you would like us to correct/update your information or provide you with access to or a copy of your personal information, we may ask you to provide additional information to verify your identity. We will only use this additional information for the purpose of identity verification and will not retain that information.
Children under the age of 13
Withdrawing your consent
Where you have provided your consent to the collection, use, and transfer of your personal information, you may have the legal right to withdraw your consent under certain circumstances. To withdraw your consent, if applicable, contact us at firstname.lastname@example.org. Please note that if you withdraw your consent we may not be able to provide you with a particular product or service. We will explain the impact to you at the time to help you make your decision.
Last updated December 22, 2021.
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What is Biogas and what is its use?
Biogas is an alternative source for the production of renewable energy,
especially for the production of electricity and heat.
In fact, it possesses a high calorific value and it can be converted, through a co-generator, into electrical energy and heat, feeding in this way the company itself and the national electricity network.
Biogas is obtained by the conversion of various organic waste substances that, in addition to generating renewable energy, also produce a further compound, the digestate, which is used as a natural fertilizer in crops.
Why building a biogas plant?
A Biogas plant is strongly recommended for all agrozootechnic companies as they can seize the opportunity to transform animal wastes and agricultural by-products into ELECTRICITY and HEAT.
Also there are available relevant government incentives to companies to make up for a plant construction investment.
What can PI 2000 do?
PI 2000 provides thirty years of experience in infrastructures building and services building to perform supply, installation and implementation of your biogas plant.
Our technicians in fact normally cooperate with a team of designers to make the best accomplishment of the whole structure and accompany the plant since the first start-up phase.
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Over the last few years, Piceasoft has continued to grow and it was time to review our company values. We wanted to re-establish our values together as a team and think again about what it is that really matters to us at work.
As part of our annual welfare survey, employees were first asked what they value, why they like working for Piceasoft and what it is that makes us unique. We used this as a starting point and collected all individual results.
We gathered together as a team to group and consolidated the results in order to see how we can explain in just few words what Piceasoft stands for, how we want to work with each other and with our customers. And eventually, what our core values are.
We split the team into smaller groups, brainstormed the findings again, grouped and discussed the outcome which led to the four most significant Piceasoft values. Living and demonstrating these values equals to having an encouraging work atmosphere, quality products and services, and willingness to constantly improve and exceed customer expectations at every touchpoint.
Finally, our company values were summarised to be as follows:
We treat everyone honestly, fairly, and courteously. We value open relationships and communication based on integrity, co-operation and transparency with our people and our customers. We strive to ensure a work atmosphere that encourages teamwork, participation and personal growth.
We deliver the highest quality in everything we do and are committed to continuous improvement. We always provide excellent products and customer service and strive to exceed customer expectations that help our customers to achieve their results.
Innovation is our passion and we are always open to new ideas. We are skilled, competent and encourage creativity. We constantly aim to create new solutions to simplify the mobile life for the benefit of our customers.
Customer satisfaction is our priority. We listen to our customers and respond to their needs in order to provide outstanding products, excellent service and deliver value.
Please do not hesitate to contact us: email@example.com with any questions or further information.
About Piceasoft Ltd
Piceasoft is a Finnish company, located in Tampere. Since it was founded in 2012, Piceasoft has created a unique set of software solutions to cover the whole lifecycle of mobile devices. These solutions create new business opportunities and enable a cost-efficient service for mobile operators and retail chains. Our innovative products are disrupting mobile device buyback, repair and recycling business. Our software products are easy to use and offer added value to the end user, which means better ROI and user satisfaction. In short, we promise to Simplify Your Mobile Life.
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If you’re interested in winning real cash at online casinos You can avail of real money bonuses that do not require deposit. A lot of no deposit bonuses allow you to keep your winnings. There are a few important points to keep in mind when taking advantage of this kind of bonus. First, make sure you examine the wagering requirements. Then, ensure you know the rules to cash out your winnings. These important aspects will be explained in greater detail in this article.
The majority of casinos online have a variety of limitations on the wagering requirements of their no-deposit bonuses. Certain bonuses require players to meet certain playthrough requirements to cash out their winnings. For example, you can only withdraw up to $20 when you use the bonus funds for playing blackjack or roulette, while other casino bonuses allow players to cash out as much as ten times their bonus. Some casinos have time limits as well.
Always be sure to read the wagering requirements of any casino to avoid losing your bonus. These requirements could be written in a manner that allows you to bet as many or as little Betway as you like. Some casinos have higher limits that allow you to bet as much or as little as you wish without breaking the rules. Before placing bets with bonus without deposit, make sure you read all the fine print. The best way to avoid these rules is to bet within the limits.
To be eligible for an online casino’s real-money no deposit bonus, you have to sign up for a no-cost account. This typically involves providing your name, email address, and One number. While some online casinos will automatically add this bonus to the bankroll, other casinos might require you to enter a promo code. Once you have registered for an account for free and you have logged in, you can go through the casino’s promotions to see which ones are available.
Check the game selection when choosing a bonus without deposit. If the casino offers free spins, pick those with fruit slots. These games usually have shorter wagering requirements that allow you to play more quickly. Traditional table games may take longer to wager bonus money. Before making a decision it is crucial to understand the basics of the games and which games offer the best WR indicators.
You may be tempted to withdraw bonus funds when you’ve received a real money bonus that does not require deposit. This isn’t always the case. To withdraw bonus money, most casinos require a minimum amount of playthrough (also called rollover). The minimum playthrough required to withdraw the bonus funds is usually the amount of the no deposit bonus. For instance, if you win an offer of $10 without deposit at an online casino you are able to withdraw the money you’ve earned after meeting the minimum cash-out requirements.
No deposit bonuses are offered by most casinos online. However, you must meet certain wagering requirements before you can withdraw your winnings. The majority of casinos have minimum game requirements and wagering requirements that are the maximum before you can withdraw any winnings. Some casinos may have additional wagering requirements. These are the common terms and conditions of any casino bonus online. Before you begin playing with your bonus money, it is a good idea to read and understand the terms and conditions.
You might be shocked to find out that some online casinos require that you pay in advance before you are able to cash out your winnings. Some require you to bet a certain amount before you can cash out the bonus. To make cashing out a deposit-free bonus simple, you might be required to wager the bonus money a certain number of times. If you deposit $100 and win $2000, you will need to wager at least $20K before you can withdraw the money.
To cash out your winnings, first access the withdrawal section of the casino and create an account. Before you can withdraw your winnings, most casinos require that you create an account. Once you have established an account, you are able to transfer the winnings into your account. Make sure to read the terms and conditions before cashing out. Some online casinos require you to create an account before your winnings can be taken out.
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Diy aromatherapy candles
Williams Sonoma Scent 1 lemon, sliced thin 1-2 teaspoons vanilla Couple sprigs of fresh rosemary 2/3 cup of water I took an old clean candle jar, mixed up the above ingredients, then placed on top of my candle warmer. Christmas Scent 1 cup fresh cranberries 1 orange, sliced thin 1 Tablespoon whole cloves 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 3-4 cinnamon sticks 2 cups of water
Start A Fire
Fill your home with wonderful aromas by making these DIY scented mason jar candles. Is this going to be your next project?
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Iowa Regulators See 45 Percent Increase in Health Care Facility Complaints in 2022
Through October of 2022, the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) has received 2,186 complaints about health care facilities, such as nursing homes. The DIA is receiving an average of 219 complaints per month, which is a 45 percent increase compared to the past two years.
The number of complaints the DIA received each month in 2020 and 2021 was relatively stable. In 2020, there was an average of 151 complaints per month – 1,828 complaints were filed for the whole year. In 2021, there was an average of 158 complaints per month – 1,840 were filed for the whole year.
Early in 2022, the DIA began receiving significantly more complaints. Since May of this year, the DIA has been receiving more than 200 complaints per month.
According to an advocate for older people in Iowa, John Hale, the increase in complaints is not a surprise. Many more residents of health care facilities and their families are filing complaints because they want better care.
There may be several factors causing people to be dissatisfied, according to Hale:
- Understaffing, which prevents residents from receiving care quickly
- Workers at care facilities continue to change careers because they want to earn money and have more rewarding work
- Facilities continue to hire temporary staff members, but these people do not know the residents or understand their needs very well
- Legislators have not taken steps to address the quality of care residents receive
Delays in Investigating Complaints
Unfortunately, the DIA has been having a difficult time investigating complaints in a timely fashion. Sometimes it takes investigators more than a year to investigate some complaints.
For example, it took 14 months to investigate a complaint filed by a woman on behalf of her grandmother. Even though the DIA was able to validate the complaint, the complainer’s grandmother had passed away six months earlier.
Delays in investigating can make it harder to determine the truth of the complaint. For example, a March 2021 complaint was investigated 15 months later, but workers could not recall what happened. The complaint was about a resident who fell and suffered a serious injury, causing her to be hospitalized.
As of June of this year, there were more than 400 nursing home complaints that were a minimum of 30 days old. Nearly half of those 400 complaints were 120 days old. A total of 24 of the complaints that have not been investigated are more than 12 months old.
DIA investigators often arrive at facilities with numerous complaints to investigate. They were able to validate complaints at the following facilities:
- 11 complaints at Aspire of Washington
- 18 of 19 complaints at Ravenwood Specialty Care
- 11 of 15 complaints at Westwood Specialty Care
- 13 of 15 complaints at Bettendorf Health Care Center
The DIA says the COVID-19 pandemic is the main factor in the backlog of complaints that must be investigated. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) suspended nursing home inspections at the beginning of the pandemic. CMS also told the DIA and other state agencies to focus on infection prevention. DIA has brought in federally certified contractors to help address the backlog of complaints.
However, even before the pandemic, the DIA was struggling to satisfy federal standards on investigations of complaints.
Between September of 2018 and September of 2019, just under 1,000 complaints were sent to the DIA about harm to the mental, physical or emotional well-being of residents. These complaints required an investigation within 10 days. However, the DIA failed to investigate 631 complaints within 10 days. There was a federal performance review in March 2020, but 41 of the complaints still had not been investigated by that point.
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Foot & Ankle Fracture Anatomy
There are 26 bones in the foot that can be separated into 3 different areas:
- Forefoot: From the ball of the foot forward) contains phalanges (toes) and five longer bones called metatarsals.
- Midfoot: (between the heel bone and the ball of the foot) the bones that form all of the arches of the foot. The bones are called cuneiforms (you have 3), the cuboid bone, and the navicular bone.
- Hindfoot: forms the heel and bottom part of the ankle. The talus bone supports the lower leg bones (tibia and fibula). The heel bone is called the calcaneus and is the largest bone in the foot.
How Does Foot & Ankle Fracture Happen?
- Fractures can occur from a direct blow (trauma) to the foot, which may occur when kicking something, falling, twisting, or if something heavy is dropped on it.
- Fractures can also occur from repetitive high impact forces through the foot.
Types of Foot & Ankle Fractures
- Closed fractures: the skin is not broken
- Open fractures: the skin is broken and the bone is exposed. There is a high risk for infection, and should always result in seeking medical assistance immediately.
- Displaced fractures: when the two ends of the bone are not aligned. Often requires surgical intervention.
- Non-displaced fractures: when the two ends of the bone are aligned. Usually managed conservatively with immobilization.
- Pilon fractures: usually results from a compressive force where the tibia (shin bone) is driven downward into the talus (ankle bone). When this occurs, there is splintering of the end of tibia. This often has long term consequences.
Common Foot & Ankle Fractures
- Talar dome fractures: Also known as osteochondritis dissecans or flake fractures. This fracture presents with persistent swelling, pain with weight bearing, locking of ankle, and a grating sound/feeling. This fracture often presents as an ankle sprain that will not heal.
- Unimalleolar fracture: The most common type of fracture involving the ankle. Malleolus are the end of tibia and fibula and are the two “bumps, or knobs,” that you can see or feel on the side of your ankle. 85% of the time the outside one is involved without damage to the inside one. Wwhen the inside one is involved, it is rarely the only fracture.
- Bimalleolar fractures: Implies both the malleoli (“bumps” on sides of ankle) are involved. Fractures normally result in an ankle dislocation (from a severe turn out of the foot that causes the two long bones in the leg to separate and fracture. These almost always involve surgical intervention.
- Calcaneus/heel fracture: The most frequently fractured tarsal/foot bone. It accounts for over 60% of foot fractures.
- Stress fractures: Develops after repetitive submaximal loading. Most common in 2nd and 3rd metatarsal shaft and calcaneus (heel).
Other Types of Fractures
- Metatarsal shaft fracture: Occurs from a direct blow or twisting force. Usually heal well on own – may be splinted
- Fifth metatarsal fracture or “Jones fracture”: An avulsion fracture of the tuberosity (a round bony prominence where muscles or ligaments attach) caused by traction of peroneus (fibularis) brevis muscle and the lateral (outside) band of the plantar fascia. Usually occurs while the ankle in inverted (turned in) and plantarflexed (pointed). This location has poor blood supply and is at risk for delayed healing. Normally, a person will be in a cast and non-weight bearing for 6-8 weeks. If it is not healing, sometimes a screw and/or bone graft will be used.
- Lisfranc Injury with proximal 1st – 4th metatarsal fracture: Not very common, but important because of its relationship with the Lisfranc ligament complex. These ligaments hold the bones in place, maintaining the arch of the foot and anchoring the bones to the rest of the body. This is crucial and can cause many long term problems if left untreated. These injuries are caused by a direct blow, crush injury, or falling forward onto a plantarflexed (pointed) foot.
- Compensated walking or running mechanics
- Running on hard surfaces
- Improper training or sudden increase in activity
- Improper shoes
- Malalignment of lower extremity
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty walking
- Nerve damage
- Blood vessel damage
- Foot fractures rarely require surgical intervention or can be managed conservatively with immobilization, depending on severity, location, and availability of blood flow to injured area.
- Physical Therapy focused on re-establishing mobility, strength, stability, coordination, and reaction time of muscles is an important component in recovery.
Foot & Ankle Fracture Physical Therapy Specialists in MN
If you are experiencing any symptoms of Foot & Ankle Fractures please contact us today to set up your appointment with a Minnesota physical therapist. We have physical therapy clinics located in Minneapolis and Edina.
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PLANTIS is highly experienced Italian producer and exporter of fresh fruits and vegetables, supplying clients worldwide, providing a year-round fresh choice from all italian regions.
Situated in South Italy, it's exceptional weather and soil conditions are ideal for growing fruits and vegetables recognised all around the world for their quality, flavour and size.
Specializing on the quality and differenciation of the offer, adopting modern techniques in all production areas with specific protocols at internationl levels. This allows us to come out with consistent, fully traceable quality products made in Italy, delivered to our clients by our own logistic center.
Plantis aims to be realible partner to our clients and associated growers with whom we developed long-lasting relationships with purpose of meeting the responsible consumer needs.
For consumers and distributors, the Global Gap certificate is a guarantee that food meets established standard of quality and safety and has been prepared folowing sustainability criteria, complying with safety, health and welfare standards of workers and enviroment. That is why we offer to our clients product certified by Global Gap from our growers.
The philosophy of organic food production maintains certain principles : biodiversity, ecological balance, sustainability, natural fertilization and soil integrity. Organic product is traceable from the field to the fork because at every stage of its jurney it is inspected and certified. This ensures the integrity of any product marked as organic.
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Fanatics Sportsbook will cap off a busy month of activity in Ohio with the opening of a new retail sportsbook in Columbus.
Fanatics unveiled its new Ohio sportsbook location in Columbus’ Arena District on Aug. 24 with a special preview event. Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus was officially set to open the following day, Friday, Aug. 25.
The opening comes one week after Fanatics celebrated the opening of its first Ohio retail sports betting location, located just outside of the Cleveland Guardians’ Progressive Field.
After an extensive period of beta testing of its sports betting app, Fanatics’ online sportsbook was officially made available to the general public in Ohio on Aug. 16.
The flurry of activity signals Fanatics’ big push in Ohio’s sports betting market. Earlier this summer, the company announced it was acquiring PointsBet Sportsbook, which would expand Fanatics’ online sports betting presence into a dozen new states and potentially enable Fanatics to take over PointsBet’s market share in Ohio.
Fanatics partnered with Columbus Blue Jackets for new retail location
First announced last month, the new Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus is in partnership with the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, which is also Fanatics’ market-access partner for the Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus online sportsbook.
Located at 401 North Front St., with its main entrance in the alley just north of Buca di Beppo and Starbucks, the new sportsbook sits adjacent to Nationwide Arena, where the Columbus Blue Jackets will open their 2023-2024 season on Oct. 12. The arena also regularly hosts large concerts and other events throughout the year.
Former Ohio State football star Ryan Shazier and ex-Columbus Blue Jacket R.J. Umberger appeared at the Aug. 24 preview event alongside officials from the Blue Jackets and Fanatics.
Shazier, also a former linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, placed the sportsbook’s first bet, putting down $20 on the Ohio State Buckeyes at +700 odds to win the College Football Playoff National Championship. Umberger placed $20 on the Steelers to win the AFC North Division at +475 odds.
“It was a great day to be a Buckeye at the Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus,” Fanatics Betting and Gaming CBO Ari Borod said of the sportsbook’s opening. “Having Columbus sports legends like Ryan and RJ come out and place the first bets shows that we plan to be the premier sports viewing and betting destination in the Arena District when we open our doors to the public on Friday. The Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus will be a great complement to our online sportsbook experience for sports fans living and visiting Ohio.”
Columbus is Fanatics’ third retail sportsbook with sports franchise affiliation
Unlike the Cleveland retail location, which is a cozy 600 square feet and designed for a quick-and-easy, in-and-out betting experience, Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus is 5,000 square feet and has full restaurant and bar service operated by Delaware North. The new Columbus sportsbook features 14 self-serve betting kiosks and four betting windows, as well as a large LED video wall and 20 TV monitors.
Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus will be open noon-10 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. on weekends.
The new location in Columbus is Fanatics’ third retail sportsbook in the U.S. Along with the new Cleveland sportsbook opened in conjunction with the Guardians, the company opened a Fanatics Sportsbook in January at FedExField in Maryland, home to the Washington Commanders. The professional sports team partnerships are representative of the company’s close relationships with sports franchises, fostered over the years through its large merchandising business.
Fanatics Sportsbook Columbus is the third retail sportsbook to open in Franklin County. The other two are at the Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs racino and Hollywood Casino Columbus. The Muirfield Village Golf Club and Columbus Crew also have licenses to operate retail sportsbooks in Franklin County but have yet to announce formal plans.
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SuperBook closes Cincinnati retail sportsbook location
Fanatics’ new Columbus location becomes one of 15 retail sportsbooks operating in Ohio.
It would have been the 16th Ohio retail sportsbook, but SuperBook Sports announced this week that it would be permanently closing its Cincinnati retail location on Aug. 24 at 10 p.m.
SuperBook’s Cincinnati sportsbook opened Jan. 1 in the basement of Taft’s Ale House, a bar/restaurant in a former church located in the city’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, just a few blocks from TQL Stadium, the home of FC Cincinnati.
SuperBook Sports partnered with FC Cincinnati on the retail sportsbook at Taft’s, and there have been rumors that SuperBook would eventually open a retail location in or near TQL Stadium, though the company and team have yet to comment on that prospect. FC Cincinnati is also SuperBook’s market-access partner for its online sportsbook in Ohio.
SuperBook stopped taking bets at the Taft’s location earlier this week. On its website, SuperBook said that any payouts not settled prior to the 10 p.m. closing on Aug. 24 would need to be redeemed via mail. The sportsbook’s mail pay process is outlined on the back of bet slips.
SuperBook performed poorly in first six months of operation
SuperBook was one of four retail sportsbooks in Southwestern Ohio’s Hamilton County, alongside sportsbooks at Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, the Belterra Park racino and a BetMGM Sportsbook at the Cincinnati Reds’ Great American Ball Park, which will be moving to a new location near the stadium after this fall.
Besides SuperBook’s long-standing 35,0000-square-foot flagship sportsbook in Las Vegas, which it calls “the largest sportsbook in the world,” the company also operates the SuperBook at The Lodge Casino retail sportsbook in Colorado, which opened in 2021. Earlier this year in Baltimore, SuperBook opened the SuperBook Bar & Restaurant at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, but it is merely sports betting themed and not an actual sportsbook.
SuperBook’s Cincinnati sportsbook was regularly the lowest-performing retail sportsbook in Ohio in terms of handle, which was likely at least in part due to its unusual location. All of Ohio’s other retail sportsbooks are situated at or near a pro sports franchise’s arena or inside of a casino or racino.
In the Ohio Casino Control Commission’s June sports betting revenue reports (the most recent reports available), SuperBook at Taft’s had just $2,349 in handle, with $798 in revenue.
In three of the five months before that, SuperBook’s retail sportsbook posted negative revenue numbers. In its first six months of operation, the Cincinnati sportsbook’s total revenue was $4,109.
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Plesk Home page shows the next error:
New configuration files for the Apache web server were not created due to the errors in configuration templates: nginx: [emerg] a duplicate default server for [2001:db8:f61:a1ff:0:0:0:80]:443 in /etc/nginx/plesk.conf.d/ip_default/example.com.conf:7 nginx: configuration file /etc/nginx/nginx.conf test failed.
The following command fails with the same error:
# plesk repair web example.com
There is a configuration file with the same IP 2001:db8:f61:a1ff:0:0:0:80 for a non-existing domain:
# grep -Rl "2001:db8:f61:a1ff:0:0:0:80" /etc/nginx/*
Or the following command shows that there is an orphan configuration file:
# plesk repair web -n
Checking web server configuration. Please wait
Unknown file: /etc/nginx/plesk.conf.d/ip_default/example1.com.conf . [ERROR]
example1.com was removed from Plesk but its configuration file remained.
For this reason, a new configuration file for
example.com can not be created.
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Orthopedic Implants and Medical Components
Precision Metal Products provides flexible orthopedic implant metal forging and metal fabrication services tailored to your needs on each individual project. Our metallurgical experience and expertise combined with our skilled production personnel and capabilities allows us to deliver precision metal forging and machined implants and/ or other medical components to the tightest tolerances with meticulous finishing and assembly.
Our manufacturing experience and production of Orthopedics Implants is second to none.
Certified to ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D requirements.
Precision Metal provides its customers a complete in-house array of services, including product design, engineering, metallurgical assistance, quality/tolerance testing, product prototype development, tooling fabrication, heat treatment , milling and pre-and-post- forging operations. For a comprehensive list of our manufacturing production and metal fabrication/machining, and all our of other in-house customer services , please see our “OUR SERVICES” section.
Orthopedic Implants/Medical Components
- Acetabular Cups
- Bone Plates
- Tibial Trays
- X-Ray Targets
Primary Metal Alloys used by PMP
- Carbon & Micro-Alloy Steels
- Cobalt – Chrome
- Customer –Specified Alloys
- Nickel- Based Alloys (Inconel, Has-X, etc.)
- Other Exotic Alloys
- Stainless Steel
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With the words "the world's most advance mobile operating system emblazoned across it, a banner ad promoting iOS 6 at WWDC 2012 has confirmed what most suspected: Apple is to use the event the lift the lid on the next major update to its OS.
The banner, captured by an eager CNET photographer, was about to be installed on the stage by workman according to the report, with the photo snapped as it lay waiting.
Guess the goodies
What iOS 6 will consist of, however, remains less clear.
Apple Insider claims an alleged iOS 6 beta has confirmed the new OS will continue to support old handsets, such as the iPhone 3GS, first generation iPad and fourth generation iPod touch.
Other chatter has also suggests deeper integration with Facebook could form a major part of the update, enabling users to post their activity from apps and Game Center directly into Facebook.
With a fine eye for detail, Keith Andrew is fuelled by strong coffee, Kylie Minogue and the shapely curve of a san serif font.
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Poor old Rocco. His vision of marriage and his classification of homosexuality as a sin probably helped him earn a negative verdict from the European Parliament’s civil liberties committee.
If only he had been capable of the kind of answers favoured by the Irish commissioner-designate Charlie McCreevy.
“You did not answer my question,” MEP Bill Newton-Dunn told McCreevy at a meeting of the internal market committee. “The 400 million people of Europe do not know what is happening in Brussels, the people of Ireland are not properly informed. Does Mrs McCreevy really understand what goes on here?”
“I am sure Mrs McCreevy would be horrified to learn about some of the things I get up to in Brussels,” said the commissioner-designate.
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Stop looking… you’ve found us!
Get in touch for a free quote on your move TODAY!
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After many years of service in the Winnipeg community, we feel confident that we can cater to your needs. We get the job done and we don’t just meet expectations; we exceed them.
Popeye’s Movers is owned and operated by Mark Routley. It has been a family owned business since its inception in 2000. The growth of the company has been based on the personal touch that is given on each and every move. Mark started in the moving industry in 1985, 32 years ago, as “Mark The Mover” in Toronto, ON. His brother Brent today still runs this moving business which he has renamed M & M Moving. Mark has done extensive moving in Toronto, Winnipeg, Red Deer, Vancouver. Mark has been back home in Winnipeg since September 1999 and Popeye’s Movers started in January 2000
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When temperatures start to drop, a knitter’s hands start to itch with the need for cozy projects to execute. Hopefully by a warm fire. With a cup of cocoa. Wrapped in a homemade blanket.
If you have such a person in your life, help satisfy their knitting cravings with one of these amazing gifts. From those who’ve always wanted to learn, to those who’ve only knitted a scarf (badly), to those who only wear what they knit, there’s something here for everyone. The best part? You might get a new sweater out of it.
You may not know this, but knitting can be messy business. As the yarn stash grows bigger with every project, you end up with more knitting needles than socks in your drawer. And good luck trying to find all five of that double-ended, 6mm needle set. This extra-large yarn storage tote by Homest, however, is the perfect solution for all that woolly chaos: It has 16 outer pockets for anything the knitter in your life would want, six inner compartments that will prevent yarn from tangling, and a central space to store any current projects. It also comes with a tiny take-along yarn drum with capacity for two standard balls.
You know how Vogue magazine is the go-to place for fashion? Well, they also have a knitting magazine, which is the go-to place for … you can figure out the rest. Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book it’s exactly what its title promises. It includes the 101 on yarns, tools, and techniques, along with how to work with different colors, cables, and stitches, and, of course, beautiful patterns for all levels. This revised edition has 70 more pages of tips and fundamentals, making it holy scripture for any knitter.
Knitting requires a lot of tools. Different kinds of yarn need different kinds of needles depending on their weight, and on top of that, the type of needle you use depends on what kind of project you’re working on. (You wouldn’t be able to make a pair of socks with two long regular needles.) If you’re thinking about someone who has yet to start knitting, this is the perfect nudge to get them going. This pack includes 18 pair of bamboo round needles in sizes ranging from 2.0mm to 10.0mm (each size with a different color, which is oh so useful to tell them apart quickly), a measuring tape, a pair of scissors, four plastic yarn needles, a 2.00mm crochet hook, and ten plastic stitch markers. This is seriously everything a knit-noob would need to start.
Seriously—what good is a winter hat without a pom-pom? This set of pom-pom makers by Clover comes with four sizes, from the tiny and shy pom to the XXL statement ka-pom. Your knitter can use them to add cute finishing touches to your scarf, make a huge keychain they won’t be able to lose, turn regular Bic pens into Cher Horowitz-worthy fashion statements, or just make pom-poms because they’re so much fun.
Harry Potter patterns
Let me tell you an absolute truth: The intersection on the Venn diagram between knitters and fandoms is huge—but the one between knitters and Harry Potter fans is (almost) a circle. There are a lot of knitters out there whose first project was a Gryffindor scarf or a sweater with a big golden “R” on the front. This book is for all of them. With tons of patterns that go from a cute woolly Hedwig to a Beauxbatons Academy cape, Harry Potter: Knitting Magic is the dream for any Potterhead who’s ever held a pair of knitting needles.
Whether the knitter in your life uses crochet hooks or not, having a set at home is always useful for cleaning up projects, casting extra stitches, or adding finishing touches. This complete kit by BCMRUN comes with 14 aluminum hooks in different sizes (ranging from B1 to N/10), all with easy-grip, color-coded plastic handles.
Every DIY project needs functional tools. But how about functional and cute? Anybody who’s ever dealt with yarn, thread, or fabric knows that good, precise scissors are a must in each tool kit—and these stainless steel unicorn ones are just that and more. Their pointy ends will allow for perfectly sharp trimming, and the pocket-size dimensions makes them a solid carry-on tool for on-the-go knitting. Plus, they’re cute (had to reiterate that).
There’s nothing better than working with high-quality materials, and in the realm of yarn, there’s nothing more luxurious than Peruvian baby alpaca wool. Extremely soft and pleasant to the touch, this natural fiber is warm, light, breathable, and cozy— wearing any garment made from it will surely feel as good as snuggling a baby alpaca. This set of three skeins from AndeanSun is great for a small project, such as a hat or a pair of short socks. For anything larger, you’ll have to splurge just a little bit.
Chunky yarn is fluffy and fun, and you don’t even need needles to knit it. All it requires is fingers and arms. Gift a couple of these balls to that knitter in your life and watch while this thick fiber becomes the coziest blanket ever. Besides, aren’t oversized knits just so much more endearing than regular-sized ones?
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Bunting has improved its meTRON 05 and 07 CI metal detectors. Its latest generation of closed loop tunnel-style metal detectors includes triple frequency signal processing in order to achieve greater sensitivities.
These new integrated controls enhance the imagePHASE platform that was previously offered. These controls allow the processor to learn a packaged food product in three different conditions, selecting the one that yields the greatest sensitivity. This allows the metal detectors to sense through layers of bagged or packaged material and pick out even the slightest fragment of metal that may linger as a contaminant.
The detector’s updated controls display expected sensitivities to the operator reflecting all three major metal types: ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel. The units are also equipped with the autoTEST feature that verifies the detector’s sensitivities, and calibrations are being properly achieved without manually passing test blocks. The autoTEST is programmable for a variety of user-defined testing intervals and metal sizes.
“When metal fragments are found in packaged goods, the cost is money, customers, and reputations,” said Barry Voorhees, product manager of metal detection at Bunting. “The industry is demanding greater protection measures be put in place, and we are responding to those demands. We believe our customers will appreciate the new optional controls on our tunnel-style detectors that amplify metal-detection sensitivities, as well as our other new features such as USB interfaces for quality control logs and color touchscreens.”
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Click here for information about the upcoming International Powder & Bulk Solids Conference/Exhibition
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According to Precision Business Insights, the UK Dermal Fillers Market research report provides industry size and growth.
According to Precision Business Insights (PBI), the latest report the uk dermal fillers market is expected to be worth USD 54.3 million in 2022 and projected to grow at 8.2% CAGR from 2023 to 2029. The report analyses the market value forecast and provides the strategic insights into the market driving factors, challenges that are hindering the market revenue growth over forecast period. The UK Dermal Fillers market was valued around US$ 50.0 Mn in 2017 and projected to reach US$ 80.0 Mn by 2023 owing to wider products availability, growing adoption dermal fillers by healthcare fraternity, and inherent benefits of dermal fillers. According to a survey conducted by Whatclinic.com there was 24% increase in the inquiries about the dermal fillers from only 2015 to 2016. Furthermore, procedures are gaining traction due to its affordability and non-invasiveness. According to The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), the number of British citizens undergoing cosmetic surgery fell in 2016 to the lowest number in a decade, while non-surgical cosmetic treatments continue to rise.
UK Dermal Fillers market segmented on the basis of product type, ingredient type, application, and distribution channel
Based on ingredient type UK dermal fillers market segmented into Hyaluronic Acid (HLA), Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLA), Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaH), Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), and Collagen dermal fillers. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers accounted for larger revenue share in 2017 and projected to dominate over the forecast period owing to its biocompatible nature and wider product availability in the market. However, Polymethylmethacrylate dermal fillers segment projected exhibit lowest growth rate compared with other dermal fillers, which is mainly attributed to its long-term adverse effects.
Distributors influence on customer product choice
PBI interviewed several distributors/wholesalers and aesthetic practitioners to understand the buying behavior and ascertain the critical factors influencing purchasing decision. Several distributors are found to be offering products at discounted prices to lure the customers. Moreover, distributors offering free products upon the bulk purchase ranging from 50 100 boxes depending on the value and volume of the product. Several distributors noted that they suggest cheaper alternative to the current products to assist the customers in purchasing decision. New services offered by distributors helping them to gain the large customers and assisting in wide product offerings to the prescribers. For Instance, DigitRx, Digital prescription services by church pharmacy. DigitRx! Specifically designed for medical professionals in the aesthetic industry, the system makes ordering online fast, easy and convenient.
Key players profiled in the UK dermal fillers market report include Galderma S.A, Merz Pharma, Allergan plc., ADODERM GmbH, Teoxane SA, Sinclair Pharma plc., and HA-DERMA
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By Ingredient Type
By Distribution Channel
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Have my vacation rental managed
You can completely delegate the management of your seasonal and vacation rental.
At Premium Immobilier Location Saisonnière, you benefit from:
Passenger entry and exit management
Financial, accounting and administrative management of your assets
Management of insurance contracts
Management of works, cleaning, linen and restocking
Here are the essential steps of our collaboration:
Setting the rental price: in seasonal rental, we set a base price which will change according to seasonality
Administrative declarations that we make for you
Implementation of all subscriptions, services and speakers
Software to be present on the most famous portals, as well as on our website with the online booking tool
The operation of your seasonal rental is based on a rigorous and regular work organization. This is how our seasonal rental management service is organized as follows:
- Management of reservations and customer relations -
We respond immediately to traveler requests and ensure the organization of check-in, signing of the rental contract, diagnostics and payment of the rental.
In addition, we play the role of a tour operator, we can respond to the requests of even the most original travelers (activities, leisure, outings, etc.).
During the rental, we remain available for the smooth running of the traveler's stay.
Upon departure, we go there to see that the accommodation is fine, the presumption rests on the tenant in seasonal rental, this is how the treatment of damage is lightened.
- Work management -
We absolutely manage all the small maintenance work to be carried out and repairs, in the shortest possible time for the success of the next rentals.
We smoothly pay the bills with the rents.
If there is a loss covered by an insurance company, we manage the relationship and the declarations to be made to the company.
- Administrative, financial and accounting management -
We manage your rental funds, so each month we issue you a management report allowing you to know where you stand. You will have access to an owner space, on which you will consult the status of reservations over the year and the turnover. On this same owner space, you can book the property independently if necessary.
- INSURANCE MANAGEMENT -
We suggest that you take out insurance protecting you from :
- 1/ Cancellations of the traveler's stay
- 2/ Traveller's resort
- 3/ Damage to rental property
We take care of paying the insurance premiums for you.
Do you want an appointment?
Contact us via our website, or by phone, or by email.
See you soon !
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About the Book
"Hollywood Speaks is a remarkable book. Schuchman's inquiry into how deafness has been treated in movies provides us with yet another window onto social history in addition to a fresh angle from which to view Hollywood. Moreover, he joins the ranks of the few scholars who have made use of Hollywood studio archives."
-- Thomas Cripps, author of Slow Fade to Black: The Negro in American Film, 1900-1942
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About the BookThe popularity of yoga and Zen meditation has heightened awareness of somatic practices. Individuals develop the conscious embodiment central to somatics work via movement and dance, or through touch from a skilled teacher or therapist often called a somatic bodyworker. Methods of touch and movement foster generative processes of consciousness in order to create a fluid interconnection between sensation, thought, movement, and expression.
In Moving Consciously, Sondra Fraleigh gathers essays that probe ideas surrounding embodied knowledge and the conscious embodiment of movement and dance. Using a variety of perspectives on movement and dance somatics, Fraleigh and other contributors draw on scholarship and personal practice to participate in a multifaceted investigation of a thriving worldwide phenomenon. Their goal: to present the mental and physical health benefits of experiencing one's inner world through sensory awareness and movement integration.
A stimulating addition to a burgeoning field, Moving Consciously incorporates concepts from East and West into a timely look at life-changing, intertwined practices that involve dance, movement, performance studies, and education.
Contributors: Richard Biehl, Robert Bingham, Hillel Braude, Alison East, Sondra Fraleigh, Kelly Ferris Lester, Karin Rugman, Catherine Schaeffer, Jeanne Schul, and Ruth Way.
"The somatic movement field is growing rapidly, and these authors are well suited to represent its diversity of theories and applications. Through their vast experience, they provide a range of perspectives that demonstrates the full scope of somatic phenomena. A wonderful introduction to the more philosophical strand of somatic inquiry."--Martha Eddy, founding director of Moving for Life
"Full of passion, care, and creative spirit, this book brings the depth and scope of somatic movement into view and should be read by all artists, scholars, and students interested in working closely with their embodied dancing selves."--Vida L. Midgelow, author of Reworking the Ballet: Counter-Narratives and Alternative Bodies
"I was impressed with the organization, structure, and meticulousness of Moving Consciously. It will be a welcome addition to the growing literature in the field."--Rebecca Nettl-Fiol, author of Dance and the Alexander Technique: Exploring the Missing Link
"There is not another publication that so completely addresses the merging of dance, somatics, and phenomenological practice. Beautifully written, well conceived, thought provoking, and reflective. It will become one of the new and long-lasting 'must reads' in the field."--Becky Dyer, School of Film, Dance, and Theatre, Arizona State University
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Do these early autumn days have you wondering how to paint a watercolor pumpkin? 🎃
Here is a beginner watercolor tutorial for painting pumpkins. Some people associate watercolor painting with the butterflies and flowers of spring and summer but I love to paint in autumn. You can see some of my recent fall-inspired apple and floral paintings on Instagram, plus how to paint the baby pumpkins in the image below. I always love to see the art that you create from my painting tutorials. Please send us your pics or tag us.
- Start with an oval. It doesn’t have to be perfect.
2. Look at the placement of the base of the pumpkin stem on your pumpkin and add a small oval. Draw a simple outline of the stem paying special the star-like base of the stem.
3. Start to draw curved lines to define the segments of the pumpkin. The segment closest to you will be the widest and be curved on both sides.
4. Adjust any segments that appear too wide or narrow. Round out the bottom of each segment and erase the original oval if it is too visible.
5. The finished pumpkin sketch.
Now, how to paint a watercolor pumpkin:
1. Paint one segment yellow with fairly wet paint on dry paper. Leave a highlight white and several unpainted spots for interest.
2. Add red to the brush (thicker pigment, not too wet) and drop it in around the edge of the segment. Pull the color into the center a bit to blend but leave the area surrounding the highlight the most yellow.
3. Continue on to each segment using the same method. The segments may blend into each other slightly where there is wet paint but that will add to the charm.
4. Once all segments are painted, let the painting dry.
5. You will want fairly sharp lines in the stem. First do a light wash of brownish black along the dark side of the stem.
6. Once that has dried a bit, go back in with darker brown and add some detail lines to the woody stem.
7. And now you know how to paint a watercolor pumpkin!
8. If you would like to add a shadow, Using only water on the brush, paint an area larger than the desired shadow, then drop in paint in blue or purple along the very edge of the pumpkin, letting the paint bleed into the wet shadow area but not far enough to create an edge.
If you would also like to see how I painted these looser, tiny pumpkins see the video I just posted on Instagram @JacindaStudio
Can’t wait to see versions from you and your kiddos. Watercolor painting is the perfect new hobby to try right now!
Looking for another free watercolor painting tutorial?
originally post 10/17
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IRL Full Form and Its Impact on Modern Interactions
In an increasingly digital world, acronyms often represent the intersection of virtual and real-life experiences, bridging gaps between online and offline interactions. The acronym IRL, a testament to authenticity and tangible connections, embodies the fusion of the digital realm with the physical world. The full form of IRL is “In Real Life.” In this article, we will delve into the IRL full form, explore its significance in modern communication, and understand how it shapes the way individuals engage with one another.
The acronym IRL stands for “In Real Life.” IRL is used to distinguish interactions, events, or experiences that occur in the physical world from those that take place in virtual or digital spaces.
The Role of IRL in Modern Communication
In the dynamic landscape of communication and social interactions, the concept of IRL plays a significant role in defining authenticity and bridging digital and real-life experiences:
- Authenticity: IRL interactions emphasize face-to-face connections and the genuine nature of personal encounters.
- Contextual Understanding: IRL experiences provide context and depth to relationships, enabling individuals to connect on a more profound level.
Key Aspects of In Real Life
- Blurring Boundaries: The lines between online and offline interactions are often blurred, with virtual relationships leading to IRL meet-ups.
- Social Networking: IRL meet-ups and events organized through social media platforms facilitate in-person connections among individuals with shared interests.
Impact of IRL on Modern Interactions
- Personal Connections: IRL interactions foster deeper personal connections, allowing individuals to read body language, facial expressions, and tones of voice.
- Enhanced Communication: IRL encounters enable individuals to engage in nuanced conversations that may not be possible through digital communication alone.
Challenges and Rewards
- Challenges: Balancing digital interactions with IRL connections can be challenging, and miscommunications can arise if online and offline personas differ.
- Rewards: The rewards of IRL interactions include building strong bonds, cultivating empathy, and creating memorable experiences.
Future Trends in IRL Interactions
- Hybrid Experiences: The future may witness a fusion of virtual and IRL experiences, where digital tools enhance face-to-face interactions.
- Well-Being Focus: IRL interactions may be increasingly valued for their positive impact on mental health and emotional well-being.
The IRL full form – In Real Life – represents a bridge between digital interactions and tangible connections. From virtual friendships that transition into real-world meet-ups to online events that lead to authentic encounters, IRL experiences enrich the ways in which individuals engage with each other. In a world where technology constantly reshapes communication, the legacy of IRL lies in its ability to remind us of the significance of human presence, empathy, and genuine connections. It stands as a reminder that despite the allure of the digital realm, the power of in-person interactions continues to be a driving force that shapes the way we relate, communicate, and forge meaningful relationships in the modern age.
Here are the top additional resources related to IRLs that you can explore further:
These resources will provide you with a deeper understanding of IRL Meaning and Its usage or Importance.
Disclaimer: This blog is exclusively for educational purposes, providing information and insights. It does not offer personalized advice or recommendations.
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Print Master Story:
Established in 2002, Print Master is a renowned commercial print and print packaging company based at Ludhiana(India).
At Print Master we live and breathe everything there is to know about the business of offset printing. We offer a full range of print services. Print Master has earned a reputation of providing impeccable services to a wide range of clients including business houses, banks, financial institutions, government organizations and other public and private sector companies.
We use the most advanced, fastest Printing & Finishing equipment available in the industry, to ensure that your printing has:
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We are experienced in Graphic designing and printing many types of documents, including, business cards, brochures, flyers, calendars, bookmarks, swing tags, posters, presentation folders, Carry Bags, Stickers, Boxes, Labels and stationery. Our team of professionals undertakes jobs right from taking creative brief, conception & designing to planning and Printing/Finishing. Our biggest business thrill comes from pleasing our customers.
Core Team :
Lt. Col J.R Jagga.
– Founder & Partner
A civil Engineer graduate , served crops of engineers(Indian army ) for 30 years . Associated with construction of a port for Indian Navy and ministry of transport and shipping at Port Blair(Andamans) . Now founder & partner of print master at Ludhiana in 2002/2003 along with Son as Co-founder & partner .
Parvesh Jagga Mr.
– Co-founder & Partner
Parvesh Jagga is a co-founder and partner at Print Master . He has over twenty years of experience in the Printing Industry.
Previously, he has been associated as a Manager with Inter Scan Pvt ltd. Selling Image setters and Scanners and serving pre-press companies in North India .
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Prism offers a unique experience unlike any other packaging company. In addition to state-of-the-art pre-press and printing equipment, our extensive services allow us to create custom tailored solutions that address the challenges and opportunities unique to labels and packaging.
From the start, we partner you with an account manager to accommodate your individual project needs. Your account manager assists you through the entire project cycle- ensuring your project is completed on time and on budget. Working with us is an interactive and practical hands-on experience that delivers lasting results.
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Are you looking for an elegant and functional fence for your outdoor space? Look no further than a lattice privacy fence!🌿
Outdoor spaces are a crucial part of any home. They provide a relaxing space to enjoy some fresh air, entertain guests or simply enjoy some quiet time with family. However, creating a private outdoor space without compromising its style and design can be a challenging task. This is where a lattice privacy fence comes in handy. It adds visual interest to your outdoor space while providing privacy and security. In this article, we will provide a detailed guide on everything you need to know about designing, choosing and installing a lattice privacy fence.🏡
What is a Lattice Privacy Fence?🌺
A lattice privacy fence is a type of fence that is made up of square or diamond-shaped wooden or vinyl panels that are assembled in a crisscross pattern. The spaces between the panels provide partial privacy without completely blocking the view. The panels can be square or rectangular and are usually topped by pointed or rounded edges. They are an elegant and affordable option for creating a private outdoor space.🌲
Design Options of Lattice Privacy Fence🍂
Lattice privacy fences come in a variety of designs that can be customised to fit your specific style and needs. Some of the popular designs include:
|Square Lattice||Most common design with square openings|
|Diamond Lattice||Horizontal or vertical patterns of diamond-shaped panels|
|Cross-Hatch Lattice||Intersecting diagonal lines for a more decorative look|
|Circular Lattice||Interlocking circles for a more modern design|
Advantages and Disadvantages of Lattice Privacy Fence🍁
Advantages of Lattice Privacy Fence🌳
Lattice privacy fences come with numerous advantages. Here are some of the significant advantages:
1. Aesthetic Appearance🌿
Lattice fences are a great option for those who want to add an aesthetic appeal to their outdoor space while enjoying the privacy as well.
2. Offers Partial Privacy🌺
It provides enough privacy without blocking the view completely. You can enjoy the breeze and scenic view while ensuring that no one is observing you.
It comes in various designs and styles that can be customized to match your style and preference.
Compared to other fences, lattice fences are more affordable and offer great value for the price. They are also easy to install, and you can save money on installation costs by doing it yourself.
Disadvantages of Lattice Privacy Fence🍂
As with any product, lattice privacy fences also have some disadvantages. Here are some of the significant disadvantages:
1. Requires Maintenance🌲
Wooden lattice fences require maintenance to avoid decay, rot or warping due to harsh weather conditions. Vinyl fences are low maintenance but are not as durable and can crack or fade over time.
2. Limited Privacy🌸
Lattice fence provides only partial privacy, which might not be enough for some users who want complete privacy.
3. Installation Difficulties🌷
The installation process of a lattice fence can be tricky and time-consuming as it requires an accurate measurement and precision in assembling it.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lattice Privacy Fence🍀
1. What types of materials are used in lattice privacy fence?
The common materials used in lattice privacy fence are wood and vinyl. Wood lattice fences have a classic look, while vinyl fences are more durable and low maintenance.
2. How much does a lattice privacy fence cost?
The cost of a lattice privacy fence varies depending on the size, design, material, and contractor fees. It is estimated to be around $15-$45 per linear foot for wood and $20-$60 per linear foot for vinyl.
3. Can I install a lattice privacy fence myself?
Yes, it is possible to install a lattice privacy fence yourself. However, it requires the right tools, knowledge, and experience. It is recommended to hire a professional contractor for a hassle-free installation process.
4. How long does a lattice privacy fence last?
Wooden lattice fences can last up to 20 years with proper maintenance, while vinyl fences can last up to 30 years or more.
5. Can I use a lattice fence in high wind areas?
Lattice fences can withstand moderate to high wind areas, depending on the quality of the material and installation process.
6. Do lattice fences provide enough privacy?
Lattice fences provide partial privacy without blocking the view completely. It depends on the user’s preference.
7. Can I paint my lattice fence?
Yes, you can paint your lattice fence any colour you like. It is recommended to choose a paint that is suitable for outdoor use and matches the fence material.
8. How can I maintain my lattice fence?
To maintain your lattice fence, you need to clean it regularly and apply a sealant or paint. Check for any signs of mould, rot, or decay and repair them immediately to avoid further damage.
9. How high should a lattice fence be?
The height of a lattice fence depends on your privacy needs and local regulations. Most fences are around six feet tall, but it can be adjusted to your preference.
10. How do I clean my lattice fence?
You can clean your lattice fence using water, soap, and a soft brush. Avoid using a pressure washer as it can cause damage to the fence.
11. Can I use lattice panels as a divider inside my home?
Yes, you can use lattice panels as a room divider to create an open and airy feel. They can be customized to fit any space, and there are many design options to choose from.
12. Can I use a lattice fence as a trellis for climbing vines?
Yes, you can use a lattice fence as a trellis for climbing vines. They provide support for the plant and add a natural touch to your outdoor space.
13. How can I make my lattice fence more secure?
You can make your lattice fence more secure by adding a locking mechanism, keeping the gate closed, and trimming any shrubs or trees around the fence that can be used to climb over.
A lattice privacy fence provides an excellent blend of style, privacy, and security to your outdoor space. It is an affordable and customizable option that comes in various designs and materials. However, it also has some drawbacks, such as maintenance and limited privacy. Make sure to weigh the advantages and disadvantages and choose the fence that best meets your needs.🌿
Don’t wait any longer, install a lattice privacy fence today, and enjoy your private outdoor space in style!🏡
We hope that this comprehensive guide on lattice privacy fencing has provided you with valuable insights and knowledge. Remember to always prioritize your needs, preferences and budget when choosing a fence. Don’t forget to hire a professional contractor for a hassle-free installation process.🍃
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Have you ever had your email, bank, or social account password hacked?
I bet you have!!
Phishing can be a pain to deal with and not everyone understands how to prevent it.
In this article, we will talk about the definition of phishing and how you can prevent phishing before it happens.
However, In my treasure box, I will cover🤠
- What is phishing
- How does Phishing work
- Types of phishing scams
- Dangerous Statistics Scams you must Know
- How to prevent phishing scams
What is phishing?
The word phishing comes from the word fishing. It’s used to refer to deliberately trying to scam you using fraudulent email messages or websites. Such attempts are often designed to trick people into revealing their passwords, bank account details, or other sensitive personal information.
Any company or service that uses email is potentially vulnerable to being targeted by phishing attacks. A security researcher recently shared details on how phishing scams are built and the science behind their success…’Please remember that pirated software carries a risk,’ adds the security researcher.
How does Phishing work?
As the attack vectors for a phishing attempt are similar to that of an email, cybercriminals and hackers can be highly successful in targeting consumers through social media platforms. Phishing scams don’t stop at just the emails, so how does phishing work?
- The phisher determines the target audience on which he has to work on. It can anyone on social media sites where people talk to strangers, any organization, etc, and from them, they collect data and then the game begins
- Now the data is with them and they create and make a strategy in which platform they want to attack.
- After that, they send messages that look trustworthy and people get trapped after that.
- Once all the strategies are executed and victims people fill in their information then scammers use their information by making fraudulent purchases or sending messages to people demanding money.
Types of phishing scams
You may be wondering Are there any types of phishing? My friend, you will be surprised to know how many different types of scams you can come across🙄.
1.) Email phishing
Email phishing is a new phenomenon. And I don’t mean this since the internet was born. I’m talking about the most recent years. Fraudsters are sending millions of phishing emails every day trying to steal our personal information, financial data, or just plain profit from our ignorance. If you’re not aware of email phishing and its dangers, then you’ve come to the right place.
2. Spear Phishing
Spear phishing is a targeted e-mail attack used to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data by luring a victim into clicking on a hyperlink or opening an attachment. spear-phishing attempts are harder for anti-malware software to detect as the attacks can be made to look like they come from common or trusted senders or organizations.
Using a subject line that makes the reader want to click on it, etc. Then the email asks them to click on something or download an attachment or give a password or something like that. Spear phishing is all about being believable. For Example, you got a mail that Mr. Aniket gets 100% cashback on purchasing trousers from Blackberry.
When you open that attachment is there and when you click on that you invite a virus into your device.
3. Clone phishing
The name suggests clone works like the same as the word suggests The Clone Phishing technique is a unique phishing attack in which the attacker will clone an existing website, change the domain name and logo, add their own malicious code, and host their “copy” of the original site.
Dangerous scams Statistics you must Know
In the present era so many countries have faced phishing scams, so it’s my responsibility to show danger is not to keep your data safe through posts.
How to prevent Phishing scams
No matter how good your IT department is, phishing scams still need to be defended against. There are always new and improved scams and methods being developed, so the best way to deal with them is to prevent them from happening in the first place.
1. Use Strong Passwords
Who would have thought that passwords could be so powerful? But sadly, they can also be your downfall if you don’t use strong passwords. Passwords are the key to the kingdom if you think about it. With your password, an evil person can gain access to all the information in your virtual kingdom.
Passwords must include one upper case & lower case respectively and must be with special characters in passwords like # or $.
2. Shop wisely
When it comes to shopping online, there’s more than just product selection and prices. It’s also crucial to know how you can prevent phishing scams so you don’t fall for a fake website that’ll steal your information.
Pro Tip: While shopping should check that the website is HTTP or HTTPS if HTTPS is there then it is safe because “s” stands for secured protocol
3. Keep Your Computer Updated
Your computers can’t tell you what’s good for them. Someone needs to do it for them, someone that’ll keep their best interests at heart…someone like you! That’s why it’s important to keep your computer updated — especially when anti-virus software comes out with new updates.
ackers always look for outdated services so that they can trick you easily which they prepared based on old versions.
Pro Tip: Don’t ignore the notification and must update all your application while you’re sleeping because at that time your work will not be sacrificed.
How to keep your Computer Updated
- Search and click the window Update Settings on your device
- Then see if your device is up to date if not then update your system
4. Beware of Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi. Everywhere. We love it and the convenience that it provides us when we need it while we’re out. Right? Wrong. Well, partially wrong. Public Wi-Fi is convenient; its existence gives us the ability to remain connected wherever we go — whether that’s our local coffee shop, a park, airport, or airplane…
But sometimes things appear to be too good to be true. As you know, these days most public Wi-Fi is not secure — which means it can be dangerous (for everyone).
If you download any files from Public Wi-Fi or make a payment through public Wi-Fi then you can be hacked by hackers because they always have an eye on Public Wi-Fi users and you will be in big trouble.
Pro Tip: Always use VPN while using Public Wi-Fi
5. Don’t click on every link
Have you gotten into the habit of checking every link before you click? If not, you should. Phishing scammers can create links that look identical to specific sites, but really take you to a fake site. The common thought is if it looks too good to be true, then it probably is.
The Internet has become a place where we’re all more cautious and aware of scammers. However, some people still need an extra reminder that there are other threats out there. Before clicking on any website you must check the relevance of that website.
Pro Tip: Use a Link checker to know the reliability
6. Use two-factor authentication
Look, we’ve all received at least one phishing email in our lifetime and that’s why two-factor authentication is so important. To review, two-factor authentication (2FA) is one of the best ways to prevent phishing scams. Every online account you have should have 2FA enabled.
This is especially true for your bank and email accounts. This is even more true for accounts that contain sensitive information like credit card numbers and birthdates. It works wonders for the people who are dealing with severe security data sharing with the help of it hackers can’t hack.
This privilege is surely been accepted if you want to prevent phishing scams.
7. Don’t give too much information
The biggest tip to avoid phishing scams is to not give too much information. Don’t respond to strange-looking emails, and you won’t have to worry about whether they are phishing emails or not. It is simple and difficult at the same time to not give information about yourself
But, Mind you you have to be smart enough about what information is necessary to give and which information you want to be private.
Pro tip: Make ensure before giving any information you must know that person’s intentions behind it and think twice that why is asking.
What is phishing?
Phishing is a form of fraud and identity theft meant to steal your sensitive information and/or computer access. Phishing scams are most effective on the internet when it comes to stealing information because many internet sites don’t have a secure connection.
How to prevent yourself from Phishing?
Phishing can attack you in so many ways but if you follow some simple steps then you will be on the safer side
1.) Don’t click on suspicious links
2.) Don’t talk to strangers
3.) Don’t give too much information on the Internet
How to know you have been hacked?
There are so many reasons why you notice that you have been hacked
1.) When you noticed the amount is debited without your knowledge
2.) When you notice the mouse cursor automatically moves for a long period of time
3.) When your phone gets heated up unexpectedly
4.) When your phone slows down
In an age where there are so many cyber threats, it is essential for people to learn about the dangers of phishing. The best thing to do is to educate yourself and then teach others as well. The more we know about these dangers, the better prepared we will be against them. After all, knowledge is power.
I hope you liked that article and hope you gained some knowledge about phishing. If you have any queries you can write them down in the comment section.
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There are many reasons that inspire a lot of people to become a spy. Maybe, it is because of the perks and privileges that aspiring private investigators seek to achieve it. Or they’re just thrilled with the idea of accomplishing private detective duties. Obviously, many people are also aware that our team of experienced and well-trained detective can perform these duties without errors.
One of the most popular reasons is the compensation packages offered by well-known organizations. For private investigator jobs, applicants were thrilled with the offers they received. It’s really remarkable to explore the industry these days. Knowing the various reasons in building a private investigator career path, we know that there’s something in it for every trainee.
Let’s delve into the elements that make the job so appealing to many people. If we talk about job availability, there’s nothing to worry. There are many people who seek help from organizations that hire private investigators with impressive work portfolio and remarkable training background. Hence, it is not difficult to find a job as a newly-trained spy.
Many people realized that being a private detective is a noble profession especially that our firms and investigators are qualified and hold full permits to enforce quality services. There’s always something to be proud of. Take it as a way of accumulating experience while in the process of carving a career path in the field. All you have to do is be positive about jobs no matter how absurd it is in the beginning. Eventually, you’ll have a full grasp of every field work to gain expertise in the future.
Aside from having a good grasp of every detective task, be familiar with detective working hours. Obviously, it is very taxing for everyone because your goal is to solve a specific case. You’re going to use all the available resources to complete the job and achieve superb results. Be open to long working hours and rigid schedule because the processes involved in the job are wide-ranging for everyone.
Then, be aware of the dangers involved in detective job employment. In most cases, you’re dealing with criminals who are skilled in evading the law and fighting against anyone who obstructs their goals. Meaning, your job role is very complicated but is highly fulfilling. In that sense, preparation is a key.
Lastly, don’t forget to show an impressive portfolio to the organization so that you’ll have a lot of clients in line for your team. These days, private investigator jobs are given to those with staying power in the industry. To show positive commitments, jobs must be done impeccably by having a good common sense and applying all the things that you’ve learned along the way.
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In recent years, data security has become a key focus for all modern businesses. Earlier this year, President Obama personally addressed the State of the Union, unveiling new proposals to protect American consumers from the growing menace of identity theft and data breaches.
This week, in line with President Obama's push for higher cybersecurity standards, the best and brightest of the IT security field will gather for one of the largest IT security conferences in the world- RSA Conference USA 2015.
Attendees will learn and share knowledge through first-hand interactions with industry peers across a large multi-track conference schedule ranging from analytics & forensics, hackers and threats through to technology infrastructure & operations.
One of the exhibitors this year is Ground Labs, a security software company helping organisations avoid making headline news for the wrong reasons by identify sensitive data threats on systems before hackers find them.
Stephen Cavey, Director of Corporate Development for Ground Labs, expressed how important such events are for the state of both regional and global data security.
"Education is a key part of cybersecurity, and it's important that IT security professionals are constantly updated on the latest threats, and how to combat them," said Cavey.
"Events like the RSA Conference provide an ideal setting to interact with both new and familiar faces, and share the latest ideas in defending against the continually growing threat of hacking and data breaches."
The Ground Labs showcase is located in the South Expo at booth #240 and will offer live demos of its Card Recon, Enterprise Recon and Data Recon products which are designed to detect over 95 types of sensitive data storage risks.
The RSA Conference USA 2015 will be held from April 20-24 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California. For more information about the event kindly visit the RSA Conference website.
About Ground Labs
Ground Labs is a global leader in the development of data security software. Ground Labs software is used to perform sensitive data discovery and remediation on computer systems worldwide, helping companies prevent security breaches that result in the theft of customers' sensitive information. With offices in Austin, London and Singapore, Ground Labs products are relied upon by more than 2,500 customers across 80+ countries.
For more information including a free trial, visit www.groundlabs.com.
For any queries, please contact:
SOURCE Ground Labs
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Apple introduces at NAMM 2016 their Music Memos, a new music app for iOS devices designed for Beatmakers and Songwriters. Music Memos allows musicians to capture, organize and create their musical ideas right on their iPone or iPad.
Among the new feature of this application, that distinguish it from GarageBand, is Live Loops, a new fun way to make music like a DJ. This new Live Loops layout feels like a Session View in Ableton combined with the popular iOS looping app Loopy.
Music Memos automatically analyzes the basic arrangement and suggests chords you played for each track. Then you can hear how your music sounds with a realistic virtual drummer and bass player jamming along. If your performance speeds up or slows down, so does the band. You can even tweak the energy and performance of the drums or bass with a few simple controls.
You can move your recordings into GarageBand from your iOS device and build in additional tracks and instruments for a professional-sounding mix. You can also email your song ideas to a friend or band member, add tracks to your Apple Music Connect, iTunes or even to your SoundCloud.
All these features make it perfect for live bands looking for a simple recording and production app to collaborate and learn with.
Apple’s new Music Memos is available on the iTunes App Store for free download and is compatible with iPhone 4s -or later, and with iPad 2 -or later (requires iOS 9.1 or later).
More Details: Music Memos
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Summer is nearly upon us; and what better way to bring it than with some vibrant, melodic House loops! Produced by the always fantastic Peter Bark, Melodic Summer boasts over 500 MB of deep, vibey, emotional House music loops. In parts bright and euphoric, and other times loft and moody, it’s sure to kick start your this summer House projects!
Inside you’ll find the shuffling, head-bopping House beats, all stemmed out for your connivance. Synths and live keys blend together with rich pads and processed vocals to give you that human dance feel. Muted and pitched percussion add texture, and floor rattling bass lines keep everything glued together. Full mixes of each construction kit are also included for all your resampling or playback needs!
So truly, get involved and start mixing up your melodic House writing with some of the emotionally unique and dancefloor-ready sounds within. And as always, licensed as 100% royalty-free for unlimited use in your personal or commercial music productions.
- 110 x WAV Loops
- Tempos: 119-136 BPM
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Telephone skills are essential for anyone who interacts with others by phone. Our 1-day course will focus on core telephone skills, so that your team can deliver a positive, professional persona at all times.
No experience is necessary for those attending this course. Our Telephone Skills Course is effective as an introductory course for beginners or a refresher for experienced personnel.
Communicating professionally and efficiently via telephone requires a particular skill-set. If your organisation incorporates a lot of phone interaction, taking the time to train your team in how to handle any call effectively will provide so much value to your business.
We can deliver this Telephone Skills Course in two formats: classroom or live virtual. Classroom training means that we come to your location to deliver training in person.
Virtual training is live, online training that gives your team all the benefit of classroom training, with the added feature of being able to connect from wherever they are located. Perfect for teams that work remotely or in different business hubs.
The best way to begin organising your telephone skills training is by getting in touch with us. You can call us at Freephone 1800 910 810 to discuss your goals. You can also click below to request a call back or get a tailored quotation.
This is our standard Telephone Skills Training outline. Bear in mind that it can be altered to focus on the kind of phone interactions your team are familiar with.
For full details on how we run this course, download our PDF brochure.
We offer this Telephone Skills Course solely for group and in-house (also called “in-company” and “on-site”) bookings. We have seen this course yield excellent results for groups of customer care representatives and telesales teams.
There are many benefits to choosing this training format. Here are some of the top reasons to choose a customised, in-house course:
You can find out more about our Telephone Skills course by clicking below to download our full course brochure, or get a quote below.
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The Remarkable Truth on B2B Email Address Quality
Updated March 3, 2021
Email address quality has never been more important than it is today. With ISPs and companies continuing to tighten the reins on which email communications get delivered and which get discarded, B2B marketers face difficult and complex challenges. Effective January 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) will be granting rights to California residents to demand disclosure on how their personally identifiable information (PII) is shared and used for business purposes. Online targeting, identity graphs, and the increasing need for one-to-one marketing communications, however, are all dependent on some form of PII in order to be effective.
So, what is the solution?
The email address is at the top of the list for enabling cost-effective, measurable B2B advertising. Without it, there is limited access to professional communications and linkage across channels and sources. However, the quality of email addresses is highly dependent on their original source, recency and method acquired. Accordingly, serious problems arise without a robust process to verify the quality and accuracy of business email addresses, but how do you know if that process is reliable?
There is no shortcut to answering that question, but if you want to responsibly drive the highest returns from your email marketing programs, then please read on.
Having requested hundreds of email data verification jobs over the years, I was intrigued about the varied results from providers. How do I know if an email address is truly a spam trap? How can I confirm that an email address represents a person with a high propensity to complain or unsubscribe? What if the email verification process resulted in the flagging of safe emails as bad (false negatives), or unsafe emails as valid (false positives)? The easy way, is to trust the output, accept the information provided and move on. This is riskier than you think, especially if you must live with the consequences.
Unfortunately, the process of properly cleaning, correcting, and validating the delivery of email addresses is easier said than done and will never be perfect. Therefore, any valid assessment of service providers and their email verification processes must be conducted in that context.
Programmatic B2B ran a head-to-head test with three email verification service providers. The first company is a leader in data-driven digital marketing with several complementary solutions, including email verification services. The second company is FreshAddress, LLC (FreshAddress), known amongst industry peers as the premiere leader in this category of email data services. The third company is another leading global provider of email verification service, with pricing consistent with the US industry average.
Advertisers need to be assured that their email addresses are active and deliverable to their intended recipients. If this does not happen, then there could be negative consequences that lead to ‘blacklisting’ or at the very least, poor return-on-ad spend (ROAS).
Provided below is the analysis that Programmatic B2B performed on these three providers:
The file evaluated was a marketing professionals’ database with full contact record including email address for 61,731 individuals. This file was constructed by pulling all available records for marketing professionals employed by companies listed as the top 200 advertisers in 2019. The file also included a dozen data-driven marketing agencies where Programmatic B2B has existing relationships. This helped prove out the validity of the results without having to conduct additional research. Here are the results:
The immediate takeaway here is that email verification service providers vary greatly in their methodology. The Incumbent ESP placed significant emphasis on the inability to deliver to specific corporate domains, while adding value by sharing information regarding opt-outs and complaints from campaign activity. FreshAddress emphasized their commitment to privacy by matching records against the DMA’s Email Preference Service (eMPS) suppression file, and to for identifying spam traps and invalid email addresses by maintaining a robust network of sources. The Global Supplier appears to place greater emphasis on the technical aspects of delivery by verifying an email address without sending an email message (pinging).
Pinging is not always effective at conclusively determining is a mailbox exists or not, so additional efforts are required to have a reliable process. As for an industry standard for email address verification, we have a long way to go. Clearly, we are working with three unique marketing data services providers with different processes. A deeper look at the results reveals the remarkable truth about email quality and the service providers who help us improve it. Let’s start with spam traps.
Spam traps are faceless hazards for email marketers, regardless of reputation. Their intent is to catch malicious senders, but reputable senders can be snared as well. It’s not uncommon to be tagged guilty when innocent or simply negligent. If this happens, your sender reputation will be negatively impacted, which at a minimum will make it difficult to get your marketing emails delivered to the inboxes of intended recipients. More likely, if your spam traps are controlled by any of the leading spam-filtering organizations like Spamhaus1, then your entire email marketing program will quickly grind to a halt. Therefore, an understanding of spam traps is essential to recognizing the relative value of email verification services providers.
The Test Results for Spam Traps
Although the incumbent ESP identified 69 spam traps and FreshAddress identified 28, it is the accuracy of the results that matters most. A deeper investigation is needed here to compare the efficacy of the processes, so we randomly (max 1 per domain) selected 10 email addresses from each provider that were flagged as spam traps. Note that identification of spam traps was only provided by the Incumbent ESP and FreshAddress.
Here are the results, with email addresses suppressed for privacy purposes:
Of the 69 email addresses flagged by the incumbent as spam traps, five of them were flagged by FreshAddress as invalid emails and therefore couldn’t possibly be spam traps. The remaining 64 email addresses were valid by FreshAddress. They were not spam traps, honeypots or email addresses with high complaint rates, but a couple of them could possibly bounce. Furthermore, 18 of these emails were approved by FreshAddress for its SafeToSend guarantee (deliverable, safe and accurate).
Programmatic B2B took additional steps to research more of these contacts to confirm their employment and job functions via company directories and/or LinkedIn, proving them to mirror the pattern of the examples above.
It is important to note that no service can identify every spam trap, because it is impossible to do so given the volume of recycled emails and ability to create spam traps that mirror valid email addresses. FreshAddress does claim that they have processed over 11 billion email addresses through its SafeToSend service, so they are working to prove me wrong.
Nevertheless, it is clear from this review that FreshAddress has done their homework with continuous improvement since the company was founded by Bill Kaplan 20 years ago. Bill was also the leader of the MIT Blackjack Team, featured in the bestseller, “Bringing Down the House,” and the blockbuster movie, “21.” His quantitative approach to mastering blackjack, now applied to email address hygiene, is now paying off for top advertisers like AAA, Disney, Honda, Petco, Staples and many more.
The Test Results for Privacy
Although spam traps can be the most detrimental to an organization’s IP reputation, consumer privacy and compliance are of greatest importance to your audience. Therefore, Programmatic B2B also pulled the list of email contacts flagged for eMPS – the DMA’s Email Preference Service. Here are those results:
FreshAddress matched 39 of the 61,731 records input to individuals who have registered their email address with eMPS. DMA Members who wish to send unsolicited commercial email are strongly encouraged to purge their e-mail prospecting lists of these records.
On the other hand, the Incumbent ESP coded those same eMPS records as follows:
Bad Domain = 14, Catch All = 14, Invalid Email = 3, Unknown = 1, Unsubscribe = 3 and Valid =4
The Global Provider reported those same eMPS records as follows:
Catch All = 7, Invalid Email = 3, Unknown = 3 and Valid = 26
Note that ‘Bad Domain’ here is a term to reflect any domain that has a low delivery rate. This could be due to corporate spam filters, especially given the fact that the top 200 US advertisers represent several of the largest global brands and corporate enterprises. Therefore, in most cases there is nothing wrong with the domain itself and it could reflect the ESP sending high volume campaigns and getting blocked. Nevertheless, the takeaway here is that the DMA eMPS suppression file was only applied by FreshAddress.
One additional verification category that FreshAddress provided was that of role accounts. A role account is assigned to a generic email address lacking personalization. An example of a role account is email@example.com. This is an active and valid email account, but it is not personalized. Of the four role accounts that FreshAddress provided, only one of them was truly generic.
Here they are:
firstname.lastname@example.org (true role account)
email@example.com (first initial is S; last name is Tore)
firstname.lastname@example.org (first name is Charity)
email@example.com (first initial is A; last name is Ward)
You can still send email to role accounts but, given that these often go to many more people than simply the original subscriber, you risk generating an inordinate number of spam complaints, which will hurt your overall deliverability. “Better safe than sorry” generally applies here, even when personalization is not a factor in the creative. For example, the public relations email for Subway had a high complaint rate matched to it by the Incumbent ESP. When identified correctly, true role accounts are probably worth suppressing.
The Seed Factor
Programmatic B2B seeded the file to uncover any practices that needed to be further reviewed. A couple, highly relevant insights were gained by doing this.
The Sydney Set-up: Sydney is a one-year old, 5 lb., apricot, miniature poodle with no other PII assigned to her. The fictitious email address, firstname.lastname@example.org was seeded on her behalf. Both FreshAddress and the Incumbent ESP flagged the email address as valid. Hey, nobody’s perfect – even those who can take on Trump at the blackjack table. However, the Global Supplier scores on this one, by determining that the ‘mailbox does not exist’. The insight here is that, with no other known issues a safe domain will likely indicate a valid email; two of the fictitious email seeds (Syd and another Canadian email) were coded as valid. By the way, none of the three test participants flagged the fictitious Canadian email address (seed) as invalid.
Bad Words or Good Contacts: Included in the seed list were 7 email addresses known to be safe based on recent email correspondence and a personal relationship. Of those seven, FreshAddress returned them all as valid emails. However, the incumbent flagged one of the emails as ‘Bad Word’ – likely to be based on a text algorithm. The Global Provider coded this email address as ‘Unverifiable’ (Unknown). Only FreshAddress accurately coded the same email as valid and SafeToSend; the email address is for a current Programmatic B2B contact at Infogroup.
So, what is the remarkable truth about email quality? Confirmed opt-in at the point of registration is the only guaranteed assurance that your email database is clean and deliverable. However, depending on your business use, you can lose up to 90 percent of your file by forcing of a confirmed opt-in process – it’s just an unrealistic expectation unless you’re required by law to do so (CASL). Even using confirmed opt-in, valid email addresses turn bad up to 20 percent or more per year.
For that and other reasons we’ve explored, utilizing the right email address hygiene, correction, and validation provider is extremely important for keeping your database fresh.
There are hundreds of email verification providers out there, but many of them are simply performing a pinging service or reselling the services of others. Pinging services are unable to resolve catch-all and accept-all domains and are lacking relative to many of the major consumer domains as well. This is particularly true with regards to the Oath (Verizon Media) domains, which include Yahoo, AOL and Verizon. Furthermore, as demonstrated, properly identifying the spam traps in your file can make or break your email marketing program – and potentially your business at large.
The bottom line is this. Do not make decisions based on price or how impressed you are with the presentation of the service. It is essential that you review the output of any email verification providers you are working with and ask the tough questions. Your job and your company’s livelihood depend on this. Navigating the rocky waters of email deliverability isn’t easy but with companies like FreshAddress at the helm, you will be able to rest much easier knowing you will be able to see those Spamhaus icebergs before they sink you.
Spamhaus (www.spamhaus.org) is an international organization, based in both London and Geneva, founded in 1998 by Steve Linford to track email spammers and spam-related activity.
Spamhaus spam traps primarily consist of old email addresses, closed domains and domain typo traps.
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How companies can benefit from working with freelancers
In a previous article titled “5 Benefits of Contract Recruitment in GCC”, we discussed the benefits of outsourcing where it is a cost-effective way to secure niche skills in this fast-changing Engineering and Power industry. Understanding that this is catalysed by the new normal of work, the projected gross volume of the gig economy is expected to reach USD455 billion by 2023, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranks competitively at 8th place according to Statista.
With the growing prevalence of freelance work and the benefits that candidates in the market can reap, we find out how organisations can also achieve some of the benefits from freelancers below.
Why is freelancing becoming more popular?
Although there has been a slow uptake on freelancers over the years, the progress is picking up pace and this can be attributed to various reasons.
- The Great Economic Reset Programme
Part of the effort to reshape the emirate’s economy, this programme aims to reset it towards a more agile, sustainable, resilient, and inclusive post-pandemic future. It will feature robust analysis of current and future policies including the promotion of more contract roles, and this is done through rigorous research and extensive stakeholder consultation that has set the direction and tone of future economic policies, regulations, and initiatives.
- Saudi’s new flexible work system
Part of Vision 2030, ‘Saudization’ is a movement that encourages the employment of Saudi workers and the gig economy can be viewed as a career path that lacks the shackles associated with more ‘standard’ forms of employment. There will no longer be probations, contractual obligations, long-term conditions, or a standardised work schedule.
With the strategies taken on by the government that will boost awareness and encourage contractual employment, we will dissect the concerns that everyone might still harbour from using freelancers, together with how you and your organisation can overcome and benefit from the freelance workforce.
“Are freelancers cost-effective?”
As mentioned above, this is the top concern for companies when considering freelancers. If you have never actually outsourced work to freelancers before, it may be difficult to envisage the specific cost-benefit ratio. And in many cases, it can be difficult to gain internal approval. One of the reasons include the presence of traditionally employed career-track workers. With this group, the work often become quite personalised making it difficult to identify the duties and tasks to be outsourced.
However, even if you are not considering the use of freelancers, this can be a risk in managing the organisation and can be difficult to take over if the person-in-charge unexpectedly takes a leave of absence or resigns. For this reason, it is advisable to start identifying the tasks which you currently have insufficient resources so that you can calculate the cost-effectiveness of outsourcing versus hiring a permanent employee.
“We are not sure how we can manage freelancers and the outsourcing process”
In addition to the difficulty of separating out specific tasks, the management system is often based on the assumption that everyone is a full-time employee, which can often be one of the challenges in using freelancers.
To achieve great results in a gig economy where the number of side jobs are increasing and the mobility of employment becomes even higher in the future, the key will be to set up a human resource strategy that puts the right people in the right place. In this way, there will be certain skills and knowledge that will be required of full-time employees, whilst other required expertise can be secured by sourcing from experts outside the company. In this way, you maximise the potential of your current employees whilst offering the option to access freelancers based on your specific needs.
“Can we trust freelancers as they are not an organisation but individuals?”
In regions like the Middle East, there is a predominant culture of placing greater emphasis on the organisation, than the individual. As a result, there is often a reluctance to delegate tasks to external individuals due to concerns about compliance, malfunctions and operational issues.
In this aspect, contracting with an established organisation can eradicate these risks in many aspects. Whether it is the screening of the freelancer’s qualifications or skills, to the actual conclusion of the contract and its subsequent management and follow-ups, you can transfer this responsibility to a recruitment agency that is well-versed in contract and freelance employment. You may contact us using the form at the bottom of this page for more information or read our recent article on the types of options and visa requirements in GCC.
“How and where can we find freelancers with the right skillsets?”
It is a growing trend where many freelancers often get referred to short stints or freelancing gigs via direct referrals from acquaintances and personal networks. And as a result, it is not always easy to find the right person for the job when you have no previous experience with freelancers.
In addition, when it comes to projects for foreign companies, the number of candidates in the market becomes even smaller due to the additional language requirements on top of required skills and experience.
Therefore, our clients partner up with us for contract and freelancing work. We can draw on local knowledge, networks and databases of our consultants who have both global and local access to suitable candidates to find the right person to meet your needs, in the shortest time possible. If you require a team rather than an individual, we are also able to assemble a team of highly qualified Engineering professionals with the skills you require in a short time frame. This is a solution that offers cost savings and speed to hire, which are both difficult to achieve by hiring permanent employees.
To find out more about how we can help you, please visit the following page:
Please use the form below to contact us if you have any additional requirements.
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