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Rawabi Holding Company
Operating in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East for over 30 years as one of the leading industrial players in the region and has activities in construction & engineering, oil & gas, petrochemical, utilities, power & electrical, telecommunication & IT, trading, and manufacturing. RAWABI Holding Company comprises various subsidiaries and several associated companies.
The main purpose of the Process Control Engineering job is to ensure proper installation and monitoring to support any troubleshooting occurring.
- Shall know the overall process of semi-automatic plant system, and aware on how the entire process works with all interlocks.
- Shall be aware of database control software like iTrack used in how the production house assets are managed and know how to use the same.
- Shall have partial knowledge on Analyzer system as well.
- Shall know how signal communication is happening between various PLCs and the central data system for recording purpose
- Shall be able to coordinate with suppliers online to mitigate any software related issues or any upgrade of software.
- Shall be well-aware of various alarms and trips and how to reset back related to software.
- Performs miscellaneous tasks as assigned by his/her direct manager
Communications and Working Relationships
- Interfaces with his supervisor-Maintenance, Facility & Control Room/ Engineers/ Production Manager/Operation Manager
Health and Safety Responsibilities
- Complies with established health and safety guidelines and procedures and ensures the health, safety and welfare of self and others
- Identifies and reports to management any Health, Safety or Environmental risks and makes suggestions to address these risks and co-operate with his/her supervisor's instructions.
- BA degree in Mechanical or Instrumentation Engineering
- Knowledge in Information Technology.
- 3-5 years' experience in Process Plant.
About the Company
Rawabi Holding, through its fully owned subsidiaries, joint ventures and partnerships with international market leaders, focuses on four core sectors:
Oilfield Services, Contracting & Industrial Services, Offshore Services and Retail. Through these divisions, we provide a diversified range of products and services to a variety of industries: oil, gas and petrochemicals; marine; engineering and construction; power, telecom and IT; corrosion and industrial services; logistics; and consumer products. Although varied and distinct, all our offerings share the same commitment to quality, service and excellence that make them part of the Rawabi Holding family.
Rawabi Holding is a purpose-driven company that exists not only to generate profit, but also to improve everyone and everything we can. From customer projects and employee development to our impact on the communities in which we work, Rawabi Holding is propelled by an unwavering energy to make everything we touch better. No matter how great the challenge or how complex the problem, we face it head-on to deliver proven results.
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Arrivals Grow From 800 Million To 900 Million In Two Years
+6% growth rate
52 million more international arrivals than in 2006
Prospects for 2008 overall positive
The year 2007 exceeded the expectations for international tourism with arrivals reaching new record figures close to 900 million. The results confirm both the sustained growth path of the past years and the resilience of the sector regarding external factors. This development has been supported by a strong world economy, which has experienced its longest period of sustained growth for more than two decades.
According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, international tourism arrivals expanded by 6% in 2007, to 898 million international tourist arrivals, as compared to 2006.
'Economic and tourism growth are driven by emerging markets and developing economies. While mature markets remain the leading destinations in the world, the faster growth rate of new markets confirms UNWTO's main message of tourism's potential for the developing world', said UNWTO's Secretary-General, Francesco Frangialli.
Of the additional 52 million worldwide arrivals, Europe received some 19 million and Asia and the Pacific 17 million. The Americas was up by around six million, Africa by three million and the Middle East by five million.
Inside the regions
The Middle East totalled 46 million international tourist arrivals and continues to be one of the tourism success stories of the decade so far, despite ongoing tensions and threats. The region is emerging as a strong destination with visitor numbers climbing much faster than the world total, with Saudi Arabia and Egypt among the leading destinations in growth in 2007.
Against the background of a strong growth of above 7% per year since 2000, Asia and the Pacific is also pushing international tourism and attracted 185 million visitors. While Japan (+14%) has taken off as a destination, Malaysia (+20%) Cambodia (+19%), Vietnam (+16%), Indonesia (+15%), India (+13%) and China (+10%) keep improving their growth rates.
With an estimated total of 44 million international travellers, Africa confirmed its good momentum, sustaining the growth of 2006 and is now averaging a 7% growth a year since 2000. In 2007, North Africa (+8%) appears to have done slightly better than Subsaharan Africa (+7%), primarily due to Morocco's 14% rise. While in Subsaharan Africa a number of countries have turned in good results, awareness of South Africa has continued to grow in the build-up to the country's hosting of the FIFA Soccer World Cup in 2010.
The Americas region regained vigour and more than doubled its growth rate after the 2% growth of 2006. Backed by the rebound of the US inbound market (+10%) and the strong performance of Central and South American destinations which were favoured by the strong euro and a steady tourism flows from the USA.
The world's largest destination region with a share of over 50% of all international tourist arrivals, Europe is growing above average and totalled 480 million tourists in 2007. Destinations like Turkey (+18%), Greece (+12%) and Portugal (+10%) or Italy and Switzerland (both at +7%) are proof of the positive impact of the continued economic pick-up of the region in 2007.
World Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has experienced its longest period of sustained growth for 25 years, with figures around or above 5% since 2004. Particularly emerging markets and developing economies are driving the global GDP for the most part of this decade. This also correlates to their behaviour as emerging tourism destinations, which on average nearly double the growth of destinations in high income countries.
For 2008, confidence remains high, although this perception might deteriorate. Economies worldwide have shown increased volatility and confidence has weakened in some markets due to uncertainty about the subprime mortgage crises and economic prospects, in particular for the USA, alongside with global imbalances and high oil prices.
International tourism might be affected by this global context. But based on past experience, the sector's proven resilience and given the current parameters, UNWTO does not expect that growth will come to a halt.
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Despite American President Donald Trump’s recurrent statements that the Coronavirus pandemic is one its way out and that the curve is flattening, the statistics are painting a completely different story. Consequently, the state of Texas, which has been aggressive with its moves in relation to the reopening of its economy since early June, has temporarily paused this process.
The United States is witnessing a significant increase in its number of COVID-19 cases and related deaths. Twenty-nine states in the country currently face the challenge of rising cases, with a total of 37,667 new cases reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just yesterday. Moreover, 692 Corona-related deaths were recorded yesterday as the country inches towards a new daily record.
The powers that be in Texas, who had been quite certain that the worst of the pandemic was past them, are now retracing their steps with this move, which indicates that they had acted hastily.
According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, a new record of 5,596 new coronavirus cases was reported yesterday, as opposed to the 1422 cases reported about 12 days ago. There were 47 deaths in the state yesterday that were directly related to the pandemic.
“The State of Texas will pause any further phases to open Texas as the state responds to the recent increase in positive Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations,” stated the office of Governor Greg Abbott.
“The last thing we want to do as a state is go backwards and close down businesses. This temporary pause will help our state corral the spread,” explained Abbott. He also appealed to the residents to comply with the safety measures and maintain proper social distancing.
The seriousness of the situation can be comprehended by the fact that Abbott, who is an ally of Donald Trump, has begun imposing regulations that do not align with Trump’s statements of the curve flattening . Moreover, the announcement by Vice President Mike Pence that the White House coronavirus task force, for the first time in two months, will hold a press conference today, further highlights the gravity of the pandemic right now.
According to the CDC, it is likely that the 2.4 million cases that have been reported in the U.S. may only represent about one-tenth of the actual number of residents who have contracted the infection at some point.
CDC director Robert Redfield had said: “It looks like it’s somewhere between five and eight per cent of the American public” that has antibodies, which covers about 16.5 to 26.4 million people. |
Today I am thrilled to share this gorgeous relaxed and intimate Garden Wedding at home in Yorkshire with pretty botanical details.
Anne-Marie and Dan got married in June in an amazing laidback Big Day held in their own back garden, at their beautiful house near Leeds, Yorkshire.
Images were captured by Silverbird Photography.
Emily is the face behind Silverbird Photography.
She is based near Newcastle in the beautiful city of Durham, and is happy to travel all over the North East and anywhere in the UK or beyond to photograph a wedding.
Her style of photography is natural and relaxed.
She says of the couples intimate garden wedding day…
The couple had such a chilled, happy relaxed vibe to their day but with a buzz of excitement filling the air too.
As Anne-Marie got ready upstairs, Dan, the boys and family helpers put the finishing touches to the decor and details outside.
The ceremony was an intimate affair in a small marquee at the bottom of the garden.
Anne-Marie and Dan read their own vows, and there were beautiful readings from friends and family.
To everyone’s surprise, an owl came swooping down the aisle to deliver the rings!!
During the ceremony they had all the guests pass their rings around to warm them. It was such a personal service and so beautiful.
There was plenty of confetti throwing afterwards, which always makes for sensational photos!
Their beautiful back garden was also the perfect reception space alongside the patio of their home.
They decorated everywhere with flowers, candles and fairy lights, and it looked so romantic!
Following the emotional ceremony, there was a cocktail drinks reception as we captured some portraits, and an intimate family dinner in the evening.
For dinner they had proper wedding grub, washed down with lots of fine wine.
The open fire was roaring and the fairy lights were twinkling, making for a magical atmosphere.
The first dance was a romantic slow dance, and they finished off the evening dancing away to some brilliant disco tunes.
Photography: Silverbird Photography
Planner: Chaplin Events
Celebrant: True You Celebrancy
Marquee and furniture: King Marquees
Make-Up and hair: Bespoke Beauty and Bridal
Catering: Bears Pantry
Bar: Craft Bar UK
DJ: The Hi Life
Face Painting: The Artifaces
Owl Ring-bearer: The Flying Squadron
Guitarist: J W Greenwood
Decor: Blue Skies Event Solutions
Table cloths: Peg and Basket
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Friday? Fri-YAY! Having special office rituals on Fridays is customary for many workplaces – whether is be casual Fridays, providing a catered lunch, afternoon happy hour, a shortened work day, or taking the team out for an after-work activity. Friday is a way to celebrate all of the work you and your team have achieved throughout the week. Doing something special shows your team that you appreciate them, boosts employee morale, and cultivates and creates a great workplace culture. So, how do we translate these Friday in-office rituals to a virtual setting? Here are 5 Friday team building activities to do with your remote team.
1. Order Delivery and Host a “Lunch and Learn“
Although we may not be able to provide a catered lunch through a Zoom call, we can still order delivery to each of our team members’ homes individually. Pair a home-delivered lunch with a weekly learning topic, and both you and your team are happily holding a lunch and learn together – virtually. Browse through your local food delivery service options in advance and plan accordingly, as restaurants have select delivery zones. Make sure each of your staff members can have access to a lunch and are within the delivery zone for the restaurant you end up choosing. And, if your team is too large to get the delivery options properly sorted, provide them with a stipend to order a lunch of their choosing within their delivery zone.
2. Virtual Happy Hour
There might not be a boozy cart being rolled around the office late Friday afternoon, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t host a virtual happy hour! Invite your team near the end of the work day on Fridays for a casual drink (or two!) from the comfort of their own homes. Keep the setting professional, but informal, so that you and your team members can let loose a little after a long work week. Enjoy each other’s company outside of a structured, work environment and prepare some ice breakers or mini games to complement the virtual happy hour. This will allow you to get to know your team members better outside of their work roles and to develop a stronger team relationship.
3. Pub Trivia
Everyone loves a good pub trivia night out. And, since none of us can actually go to the pub during social distancing for a brain-exercising evening, why not host your very own trivia event with your remote team? Invite your team members to a conference call and split everyone into smaller groups or allow for individual play if you have a small team. Prepare a few rounds of questions, following a common theme, such as: history, geography, pop culture, science, arts, or get creative and think of a more specific topic. Keep the game play to about an hour and have fun testing your team’s knowledge of some fun, trivia facts.
4. Show and Tell
Take the exciting elementary school level activity of Show and Tell and bring it to your colleagues in your virtual workplace. As most of us are working remotely from our own homes, finding an object around the house that is meaningful to us or tells an interesting story shouldn’t be a difficult feat. Have each member of the team talk about something they find in their house and why it is important to them. This is a great activity to get to know your colleagues better and to develop an understanding of each your team members on a more personal level.
5. Go on a Virtual Tour
You might not be able to take your staff our for a team outing, but you can certainly get creative and take you team on a virtual adventure tour. Choose between a museum, a gallery, exploring a city or country through Google Street View, or get a bit more personal and have some fun exploring each other’s homes. Of course, consult your team beforehand to gauge everyone’s level of comfort if you are going to be giving each other home tours. Lots of museums and galleries are open for business online and allow free access to their exhibits. Click here for a list of museums offering free tours.
Just because we are now working remotely during the time of COVID-19, doesn’t mean that we can’t continue to have fun and let loose with our colleagues. It is a stressful time for all of us, so incorporating some team building activities into our work week is a great way to redirect our focus and energy on to something positive and socially-driven. Each team is different in personality and size, which will dictate what types of virtual activities are appropriate for your group. Keep it simple at first, then build upon the activities as you go through the initial trials and errors. Engage your team members and ask for their feedback and input into your weekly Friday activities. Most importantly, have FUN and be CREATIVE – Fridays are a time to celebrate your team’s hard work throughout the week. Show your team members that they are each individually appreciated and organize an awesome Friday team building activity, remotely. |
Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market 2021-2026
New Study Reports “Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market 2021 Global Market Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies And Forecasts 2026” Has Been Added On Wiseguyreports.
The Global Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market Report 2021-2026 (Forecast Period) Offers An In-Depth Study Of Market Growth Factors, Future Evaluation, Country-Level Analysis, Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market Distribution, And Competitive Landscape Study Of Significant Industry Players. Every Segment Of The Global Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market Is Extensively Assessed In The Research Report. The Segment Analysis Offers Critical Opportunities Available In The Global Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market Through Leading Segments. The Regional Study Of The Global Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market Helps Readers To Attain A Thorough Understanding Of The Developments Of The Different Geographic Markets In Recent Years And Also Going Forth. In Addition, The Report Provides A Comprehensive Overview Of The Vital Dynamics Of The Global Hand Soap and Sanitizers Market, Including Market Influence And Market Effect Factors, Drivers, Threats, Constraints, Trends, And Prospects. The Research Study Also Contains Other Forms Of Analysis, Such As Qualitative And Quantitative.
Under COVID-19 outbreak globally, this report provides 360 degrees of analysis from supply chain, import and export control to regional government policy and future influence on the industry. Detailed analysis about market status (2015-2020), enterprise competition pattern, advantages and disadvantages of enterprise products, industry development trends (2020-2025), regional industrial layout characteristics and macroeconomic policies, industrial policy has also been included. From raw materials to end users of this industry are analyzed scientifically, the trends of product circulation and sales channel will be presented as well. Considering COVID-19, this report provides comprehensive and in-depth analysis on how the epidemic push this industry transformation and reform.
In COVID-19 outbreak, Chapter 2.2 of this report provides an analysis of the impact of COVID-19 on the global economy and the Hand Soap and Sanitizers industry.
Chapter 3.7 covers the analysis of the impact of COVID-19 from the perspective of the industry chain.
In addition, chapters 7-11 consider the impact of COVID-19 on the regional economy.
The Hand Soap and Sanitizers market can be split based on product types, major applications, and important countries as follows:
Key players in the global Hand Soap and Sanitizers market covered in Chapter 12:
Spinster Sisters Co.
Shanghai Jahwa Corporation
Bath & Body Works
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The report also examines the several volume trends, the pricing history, and the market value in addition to understanding the key dynamics of the Hand Soap and Sanitizers market. Several future growth drivers, challenges, and opportunities are also analyzed to obtain a better view of the industry.
In Chapter 4 and 14.1, on the basis of types, the Hand Soap and Sanitizers market from 2015 to 2025 is primarily split into:
In Chapter 5 and 14.2, on the basis of applications, the Hand Soap and Sanitizers market from 2015 to 2025 covers:
Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, historic and forecast (2015-2025) of the following regions are covered in Chapter 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14:
North America (Covered in Chapter 7 and 14)
Europe (Covered in Chapter 8 and 14)
Asia-Pacific (Covered in Chapter 9 and 14)
Middle East and Africa (Covered in Chapter 10 and 14)
South America (Covered in Chapter 11 and 14)
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Major Key Points from Table of Content:
1 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Introduction and Market Overview
1.1 Objectives of the Study
1.2 Overview of Hand Soap and Sanitizers
1.3 Scope of The Study
1.3.1 Key Market Segments
1.3.2 Players Covered
1.3.3 COVID-19’s impact on the Hand Soap and Sanitizers industry
1.4 Methodology of The Study
1.5 Research Data Source
12 Competitive Landscape
12.1.1 Medline Basic Information
12.1.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.1.3 Medline Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.2 Spinster Sisters Co.
12.2.1 Spinster Sisters Co. Basic Information
12.2.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.2.3 Spinster Sisters Co. Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.3 Reckitt Benckiser
12.3.1 Reckitt Benckiser Basic Information
12.3.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.3.3 Reckitt Benckiser Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.4.1 Amway Basic Information
12.4.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.4.3 Amway Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.5 Big Lots
12.5.1 Big Lots Basic Information
12.5.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.5.3 Big Lots Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.6 Shanghai Jahwa Corporation
12.6.1 Shanghai Jahwa Corporation Basic Information
12.6.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.6.3 Shanghai Jahwa Corporation Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.7.1 Unilever Basic Information
12.7.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.7.3 Unilever Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.8.1 Longrich Basic Information
12.8.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.8.3 Longrich Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
12.9 Beijing Lvsan
12.9.1 Beijing Lvsan Basic Information
12.9.2 Hand Soap and Sanitizers Product Introduction
12.9.3 Beijing Lvsan Production, Value, Price, Gross Margin 2015-2020
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Manchester City's quest for the Quadruple had to die at some point … but we all expected it to be somewhere like Barcelona, not Wigan!
The Blues' hopes of becoming the first team in history to lift all three domestic trophies fell to Will Grigg's goal – and the misery did not end there.
There could be further sanction for City as well, after manager Pep Guardiola and assistant Mikel Arteta were involved in a bust-up with Wigan boss Paul Cook, while Sergio Aguero clashed with a fan at the end during a pitch invasion.
And to compound it, after Wigan fans invaded the pitch, some of them goading the 4,000 travelling fans, some of those supporters threw advertising hoardings towards stewards.
The bad blood all started when Delph was dismissed for leaving his feet in a challenge on Wigan's Max Power in the first half.
It was inevitable that, after City tried to kick-start a campaign to clamp down on bad tackles, the next red card decision would go against them.
It was difficult to argue with ref Anthony Taylor's decision to dismiss Delph, as the tackle was reckless, even if it lacked the intent which was present in the challenges by Joe Bennett, Dele Alli and Harry Kane which only earned yellows.
The fact that the ref initially had his yellow card out – for reasons only known to him – simply added to the confusion and City's anger.
That contributed to some ugly scenes as Sergio Aguero reminded Mr Taylor that early in the game he had felt Chey Dunkley's studs in his knee, with no punishment.
When Latics boss Paul Cook reacted to the City player, it resulted in an ugly tussle, with City assistant Mikel Arteta facing Cook – and the two managers then had an angry exchange in the tunnel, with Peter Reid stepping in as peacemaker!
Delph's dismissal could not have come at a worse time in City's hunt for a domestic treble, leaving his teammates to face 45 minutes against feisty Wigan with ten, and meaning he will also miss the Carabao Cup final and big league crunches with Arsenal and Chelsea.
It also presented the players who remained on the pitch with a different kind of challenge.
They hammered away at the Wigan goal in the second half but the League One leaders defended stoutly and made the most of their single chance.
The FA Cup has gone – but with three huge games in the next fortnight, City have to put it behind them and re-focus. |
Remakes are a tricky thing to pull off, and as anyone who has seen the 1998 remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho” will tell you, doing a carbon copy of the original is always a recipe for disaster. However, just shifting the setting to another culture on the other side of the world helps. “Brothers”, Bollywood’s remake of 2011’s “Warrior”, avoids falling into that trap, ultimately resulting in a remake that both stands on its own and which proves surprisingly effective in equaling its American ancestor.
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar portrays David Fernandes, a high school physics teacher who enters a winner-take-all MMA tournament for the sake of his ailing daughter, only to find himself competing against the brother that he holds a bitter grudge against, Monty, played by Sidharth Malhotra. Jackie Shroff steps into the role of the sibling’s widowed father, Gary, with his deceased wife Maria portrayed in flashbacks by Shefali Shah, while Jacqueline Fernandez appears in the role of David’s wife Jenny.
Rounding out the cast are the opponents David and Monty face in the tournament – pro-wrestlers Shad Gaspard and Conan Stevens as heavy-hitters Ronnie Cross and Luca, “Bloodsport II” and “John Wick” star Daniel Bernhardt as Max Potter, stunt performer Chan Griffin in the role of Chinese Shaolin fighter Tenzin Yana, and legendary Dutch superkicker Ron Smoorenburg in the role of Italian contender “The Hammer”.
High school physics teacher David Fernandes has made every effort he can to distance himself from his father Gary and illegitimate half-brother Monty, who was born from one of Gary’s extra-marital affairs. Despite this, David’s mother Maria welcomed Monty as her own son and tried to keep the family together. However, Gary’s alcoholism proved too great an impediment to her efforts, ultimately leading to Maria’s accidental death after a misplaced slap from Gary one terrible night.
Following Gary’s release from prison many years later, he is able to make amends with Monty, but David wants nothing to do with him, and he holds a further grudge towards Monty, believing him to be the catalyst of Maria’s demise. However, David and Monty’s paths are destined to converge in India’s first major MMA competition, Right 2 Fight. Monty earns his spot in the tournament after an online video of him displaying his skills in an underground fight turns him into a national celebrity, while David sees the prize money that will go to the winner of Right 2 Fight as his last shot to save his ailing daughter, who is afflicted with a dire kidney disease.
As you can tell from the synopsis, “Warrior” and “Brothers” share the same overall backbone, but the latter makes the wise decision to incorporate enough changes to carve out its own distinct identity, and just the new setting in India by itself makes it feel uniquely its own movie.
In particular, the film’s extended flashback sequence to David and Monty’s childhood gives “Brothers” its own spirit – we get to meet the siblings’ mother, see her tragic death, and this time around their falling out feels that much more bitter because of their father’s direct role in her demise. While Tommy stayed the closest to his mother in “Warrior”, the role of the younger sibling in “Brothers” is flipped on its head – Monty is willing to forgive Gary’s sins, but continues to resent David for his rejection and his failure to realize that “she was my mother, too.” The age difference between the two brothers is also much more stark here, indeed perhaps a tad too much (with his prickly grey beard, David frankly looks old enough to be Monty’s father).
The soundtrack of the film is another of its strong points. “Gaye Jaa” plays throughout the flashback sequence and at various points throughout the film, with both Mohammed Irfan and Shreya Goshal lending their voices, and it’s at once both entrancing and tragic, almost like a Hindu chant that has worked its way into the film. Whenever it’s absent from the soundtrack, the “Brothers Anthem” steps in to get the audience’s blood pumping during the fight sequences and training montages like an Indian “Fight to Survive”, and the film is almost worth seeing for these two songs alone (which, unusual for a Bollywood flick, aren’t accompanied by a song and dance number, though one does indeed pop up!).
While the first half of the film sets up the back story of David and Monty, the latter half is wall-to-wall action in the cage of Right 2 Fight, and this is an area where “Brothers” arguably betters “Warrior”. Rookie martial artist Tom Hardy proved himself a beast in an MMA cage, and real-life UFC fighters Nate Marquardt and Anthony Johnson each lent their skills to the climactic tournament. However, for the most part, the opponents he and Brendan battled in Sparta apart from each other were given precious little development and ended up being little more than obstacles in the way of the two brothers facing each other for the first time in years. If “Warrior” was channeling “Rocky”, “Brothers” is going more for “Bloodsport”. The tournament is now an international competition, and the action choreography is more stylized this time.
Justin Yu and Emmanuel Manzanares direct the film’s MMA combat with assistance from Eric Brown and Vlad Rimburg (whose online collection of action shorts is one of the best reasons to have a YouTube account), and lovers of martial arts action are sure to go home with a smile on their faces. Like Tommy before him, Monty KO’s his first adversary with one punch, and the way the crowd reacts is almost enough to qualify it as a national holiday.
One element that carries over from “Warrior” is how seemingly unstoppable the younger brother is when he gets going, while the older brother comes into the competition as more of an underdog. In the latter case, David faces two opponents who more than give him a run for his money and provide two of the better fight sequences in the film. The first is a Shaolin fighter from China portrayed by stuntman Chan Griffin, who keeps David on his toes with his unpredictable and Scott Adkins-worthy kicking skills and a ferocity unbecoming of his tiny stature. The second is an Italian fighter known as “The Hammer” played by the amazing and respected Ron Smoorenburg, and their duel finishes out with quite the money shot.
Of course, like “Warrior”, there’s only one way that this competition can end, with the estranged brothers facing off in the final round, and while their battle is engaging enough, I questioned whether it managed to fully capture the emotional potency that made its predecessor’s finale a tissue box’s worst nightmare. Essentially, the tournament of each film improves on the weakness of the other – a more thrilling main competition in “Brothers”, a more powerful final match in “Warrior”, and in either case, the area where each film excels pretty easily compensates for their respective Achilles Heel.
While comparisons to “Warrior” are unavoidable, “Brothers” is more than able to stand on its own. Deviating from its predecessor enough to establish its own style, it thrills with spectacular action and captivates with an ethereal and chest-thumping soundtrack. Just try to fight the urge to shift into training mode when the “Brothers Anthem” kicks in – expeditions to the top of Mount Everest have been accomplished with greater ease!
- Akshay Kumar is a practitioner of Taekwondo, Karate, and Muay Thai, and has performed many of his own stunts throughout his career in action films, leading to his Bollywood nickname “India’s Jackie Chan”.
- Akshay produced the documentary series “Seven Deadly Arts with Akshay Kumar”, with each of the series’ seven episodes showcasing a different martial art, and included an appearance by Kanishka Sharma of the Shaolin Temple of India.
- Sidharth Malhotra put on 10 kg (22 lbs) of muscle for the film, while Akshay Kumar lost the same amount to appear like he hadn’t fought in a long time.
- The film was released on India’s Independence Day, August 15th. |
Brian Clarke argues that as we look forward to the end of the pandemic, we need to rethink our fundamental values. This article won third place in our Adamah Media Young Writers’ Competition.
What we call the beginning is often the end.
And to make an end is to make a beginning.
The end is where we start from.
These words from T. S. Eliot’s poem Little Gidding spring to mind as the rollout of an effective vaccine against Covid-19 begins in my country and the end of the pandemic comes into view, even if only at a distance.
Whilst it might be some time before the pandemic is truly over, one can only wonder what the world will be like when this storm finally subsides. In many ways life after lockdown will not be the same. Too many lives, livelihoods and opportunities have been lost. But being deprived of seeing the people and doing the things we love brings into sharp focus the things we as individuals and as a society value most.
Covid-19 not only tests our spirit, but confronts us with fundamental questions as to what our values are.
Collectively we have all made sacrifices, the public health protection we have gained serving as a return for our compliance with the restrictions imposed. In the public spiritedness of thinking of others before ourselves, many have engaged in bouts of active charity. Indeed, one could not but be moved by the altruism and extraordinary kindness displayed by members of the public towards each other in the world’s Spring lockdown. The solidarity and unity of purpose shown in aiming to halt the spread of Covid-19 has done much to deepen community ties.
So how do we reconcile our appreciation of the extraordinary heroism and dedication of our public service health care workers with their low wages and sometimes perilous working conditions? How do we move towards an economy that values the wellbeing of its workers more than the primacy of profit?
The pandemic offers the opportunity for us to rethink how things functioned before this global public health crisis.
The pandemic has not only exposed the deep inequalities in our society, but it has exacerbated them and, without adequate intervention, will continue to do so.
When we talk of crises, we must not forget that there remains a number of ongoing crises: a refugee crisis, a housing crisis, a homelessness crisis, a child poverty crisis, a social care crisis, a legal aid crisis and a climate crisis, to list but a few from a sad litany. From this torrid year I hope decision makers will draw a renewed appreciation of the preciousness of life and inform their policy decisions with greater compassion and understanding of the needs of the most vulnerable.
Few could have predicted how this year was to turn out, pandemic preparedness was not where it needed to be. But when one looks at the overwhelming body of scientific evidence that points to the imminent threat of climate change, no one can say we weren’t warned.
This year offers us important lessons. It reveals to us our reliance on each other and demonstrates that when acting together, so much can be achieved. Indeed, it offers some measure of hope about what we could achieve if we harnessed solidarity in our communities to reduce our carbon footprint.
Moreover, governments around the world have become familiar with speaking candidly about the necessary containment measures needed to reduce the infection rate, which, when clearly explained, have received support, despite the significant disruption they cause.
Similarly, we need our governments to be honest with us now about how, if we are serious about tackling climate change, certain measures will be needed, which will be disruptive and costly but necessary.
Just like governments have done in their response to the pandemic, they will need to explain that the short-term sacrifice will pay off in the long run. The cost of not acting in this narrowing window of opportunity will be to place a far greater burden on our children’s shoulders.
The health of our planet is a collective public good, the responsibility we owe to it and each other is a shared burden we must take seriously. From the air we breathe, to the water we drink, we must not forget that through working to protect our planet we are all in fact beneficiaries. As St Francis of Assisi put it, ‘it is in the giving that we receive’.
My vision for a world after lockdown is that we treasure every moment with our family and friends, even when opportunities to see them are no longer scarce.
That we value our key workers, not merely because they risk their lives working on the front line, but for what they do, not only in times of crisis, and that this be reflected adequately in their pay and working conditions.
And that in being reminded of the fragility of life, we may never lose sight of our common humanity and our duties to protect and help each other and our planet.
How we have responded this year offers some promise of hope. But the real challenge for the future is to learn from and put right past wrongs.
To resolve the inequities of today, world leaders will need to be honest about the scale of the challenges ahead, showing decisive action with humility and, crucially, unity.
The Irish poet and philosopher, John O’Donohue offers me words of comfort in this storm … maybe they will help you too:
This is the time to be slow,
Lie low to the wall
Until the bitter weather passes.
Try, as best you can, not to let
The wire brush of doubt
Scrape from your heart
All sense of yourself
And your hesitant light.
If you remain generous,
Time will come good;
And you will find your feet again
On fresh pastures of promise,
Where the air will be kind
And blushed with beginning.
We all ache for that kind air, blushed with new beginnings, but until it blows across the face of the earth, we would do well to reflect on it and draw inspiration and hope from the promise of its arrival.
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Discuss Tag:amenity=college here:
Are colleges right for thematic educational centers?
For example, if i want to map a center where only music is taught, ¿should i use college?¿how can I tag the topic of the school? In this case I propose a tag to set the "topic" of the college. Else, a feature should be created for topic-oriented schools (music schools, art schools, performing schools...)
What is a college?
What is a college ? Is it for the secondary education ? FredB 13:04, 19 February 2007 (UTC)
- Thanks for the clarification. FredB 13:37, 19 February 2007 (UTC)
Does this tag apply to a Junior College, as well? NuckChorris 21:54, 2 May 2009 (UTC)
Yeah I think the definition could still be made clearer. In the England these days the normal thing is to go to "school" until you're 16, and you've done your GCSEs, then study at "college" for two years doing A-Levels, and then move on to "university". That's very much a normal education path in, with college being a stage at around age 16 to 18. So this tag has been put on the place where I went to "college" Greenhead college here as I would expect, but actually does that fit the definition currently on the page? Was I having "further" education there?. But of course as soon as we mention age brackets the discussion gets hugely complicated. Different countries do all kinds of different education at different ages (see unending "preschool" discussions) -- Harry Wood 17:27, 31 May 2011 (BST)
If you check the explanation on Wikipedia, college is not a universal name (outside UK and commonwealth countries) for education around 16-18 years, secondary education/school appears to be more international term (although this goes against the definition used in England as far as I understand?). I think that's why the definition is the way it is. And yes, according to the international definition Greenhead College is not tagged correctly as I understand things. An international classification is in the table for ISCED. OleLaursen 14:05, 8 May 2012 (BST)
scattered across town - Use on a relation
This should really be used for relations (assembly of buildings, sometimes scattered across town) too. Ipofanes 20:42, 12 February 2009 (UTC)
Please define in clearer terms
Currently, the various tags are defined using phrases such as "secondary education" and "further education", neither of which have clear meanings, at least not internationally. Then it adds some examples of specific institutions in England, not all of which are well known outside that country (Oxford and Cambridge are famous, but then the example mentions another institution confusingly named Cambridge too, few people outside those institutions would know which is which).
And then there are more than 2 types of institutions that mappers would want to map:
1. Additional basic non-vocational education, typically intended to prepare students for entry into the higher institutions. In the west, typically teaches young persons aged 15 to 19. But the tag would also apply to the same education given at a different age.
2. Scientific universities, teaching the highest level of advanced human and scientific knowledge and related top level vocations, usually ending with degrees accepted internationally as "Bachelor of Science" "Master of Science" "Ph.D" and "Doctor", in addition to "MD", "Theologian", "Civil Engineer", "Lawyer". These institutions also do scientific research to further advance the general state of human knowledge, and generally combine this closely with the educational work. Examples include "Oxford University" (GB), "University of Parma" (IT), "Sorbonne" (FR), "Harvard" (US), "Moscow University" (RU) etc.
3. Vocational education for people who only have childhood ("primary?") education, in the west typically teaches young persons aged 15 to 19 for a variety of skilled jobs and crafts. Historically, the resulting degree for male students was called "Bachelor" and could alternatively be achieved via apprenticeship with a practicing "Master". Example degrees include "Carpenter", "Electrician", "BlackSmith", "Nurses aid" etc.
4. Vocational education for people who have already completed the additional general education (#1 above), but are not going to a scientific university. Examples include schools for nurses, seminaries for some kinds of Christian Priests and many others.
That's at least 4 categories to map onto 2 tag values.
Things aren't made easier by lots of schools and politicians inflating the names of institutions, thus deflating the meanings of those words.
Jbohmdk 08:50, 25 August 2012 (UTC)
- Also for me "further education" is unclear. And there is one more category - "5. Additional education institution for children going already to a standard primary/secondary school". In Poland it is common for music schools, tagged as amenity=music_school (or amenity=school) that are formalized and handled like standard schools. There are also many language schools, both for children and adults, operating as commercial companies, not by government Mateusz Konieczny (talk) 06:22, 5 September 2019 (UTC)
ISCED level for amenity=college
So, after reading this vague definition and the discussions, I think that amenity=college is for isced:level=3.
Am I correct?
- Yes, that's a correct interpretation of the parochial definitions in the wiki. But even in the UK the usage is blurred, as we have some 'university colleges': these are unquestionably 'colleges' by self-definition, but they award qualifications at nothing less than isced:level=5. Calling them 'university' (historically it meant somewhere with many subject departments) is just being hyper-correct, and imo doesn't help anyone.
- I'd favour going with whatever the institution calls itself, coming to some kind of consensus in each country about particular types of institution. Eteb3 (talk) 20:20, 5 September 2019 (UTC)
Buildings within a college
IMHO if the college is isced:level=3 then building=school; if it is higher then maybe building=university.
- It is about buildings constructed as place for teaching at college, right? For example building constructed to house transformers/water pumps/sewage pumps would be still building=service, building constructed as a garage would be still building=garage, something constructed as a church would be still building=church and so one Mateusz Konieczny (talk) 05:50, 5 September 2019 (UTC)
Use of this tag in practice
Perhaps because the tag descrition is not clear to people outside of Britain, this tag appears to be mainly used for whatever is called a "college" in other places. In East Timor and in Brazil (both former Protuguese colonies), it is used for secondary schools, i.e. "colégios". In North America it is used for features called a "community college", "junior college" or a "career college" - some of these are similar to the UK definition, but some are not. Perhaps we can add some sections that describe how this tag is used in different countries. Does anyone know about how it is used in France, Germany, Russia, Japan, or other major Openstreetmap communities other than those I have mentioned? --Jeisenbe (talk) 03:50, 18 February 2020 (UTC) |
Access to higher education did expand under Gough, but his reforms was not as significant as many people imagine they were. Through a patchwork of scholarships and subsidies from both levels of government and from universities themselves, only a minority of students paid fees in the early 1970s. The average fee for those who did pay was $480, or $3,000-$4,000 in current dollars. Many also received financial assistance; Gough replaced this with a means-tested income support scheme TEAS, the predecessor of today’s Youth Allowance.
The clarity of what Whitlam did probably accounts in part for what people believe today. Though most bright school leavers who wanted to go to university would already have done so pre-Whitlam, the financial pathways were made much clearer by Whitlam’s reforms.
Overall, higher education enrolments expanded from 206,500 in 1972 to 287,700 in 1976 (first year of the Fraser government, but it came to power too late in 1975 to affect enrolments). Less than a third of the increase was in universities, with most new students going to the colleges of advanced education. Numbers had been growing steadily since the 1950s, so some of this growth would probably have occurred anyway.
A lack of consistent data makes it hard to tell exactly what opportunities Whitlam created for working class people. My reading of various sources is that the absolute number of working class students probably went up in the following years. But their proportion of total enrolments went down. The reason for this was simple. University entry usually requires school completion, and very few working class people did that. Therefore it was middle class people who were best placed to take advantage of expanded places in higher education.
The late 1980s and early 1990s were the turning point for improving working class higher education participation. School completion rates had increased dramatically during the 1980s, and the big HECS-financed John Dawkins led expansion in university places gave them somewhere to go. Dawkins and the most Labor state education ministers of the 1980s were more important than Whitlam in opening up education for people of all classes. Gillard is responsible for another wave of expansion since 2009, which also seems to be bringing in low SES students in large numbers.
Yet there is almost no nostalgia for Dawkins, and the state ministers are largely forgotten. Gillard’s time as PM will obscure her successful period as education minister. They all lack Gough’s charisma, and his simple message eloquently put. |
About the author – at wikipedia.
This work includes my travels in Palestine, Syria, Asia Minor, Sicily and Spain. Although many of the letters, contained in this volume, describe beaten tracks of travel, I have always given my own individual impressions, and may claim for them the merit of entire sincerity. The journey from Aleppo to Constantinople, through the heart of Asia Minor, illustrates regions rarely traversed by tourists, and will, no doubt, be new to most of my readers. My aim, throughout the work, has been to give correct pictures of Oriental life and scenery, leaving antiquarian research and speculation to abler hands. The scholar, or the man of science, may complain with reason that I have neglected valuable opportunities for adding something to the stock of human knowledge: but if a few of the many thousands, who can only travel by their firesides, should find my pages answer the purpose of a series of cosmoramic views – should in them behold with a clearer inward eye the hills of Palestine, the sun-gilded minarets of Damascus, or the lonely pine-forests of Phrygia – should feel, by turns, something of the inspiration and the indolence of the Orient – I shall have achieved all I designed, and more than I can justly hope.
Chapter I. Life in a Syrian Quarantine.
Chapter II. The Coast of Palestine.
Chapter III. From Jaffa to Jerusalem.
Chapter IV. The Dead Sea and the Jordan River.
Chapter V. The City of Christ.
Chapter VI. The Hill-Country of Palestine.
Chapter VII. The Country of Galilee.
Chapter VIII. Crossing the Anti-Lebanon.
Chapter IX. Pictures of Damascus.
Chapter X. The Visions of Hasheesh.
Chapter XI. A Dissertation on Bathing and Bodies.
Chapter XII. Baalbec and Lebanon.
Chapter XIII. Pipes and Coffee.
Chapter XIV. Journey to Antioch and Aleppo.
Chapter XV. Life in Aleppo.
Chapter XVI. Through the Syrian Gates.
Chapter XVII. Adana and Tarsus.
Chapter XVIII. The Pass of Mount Taurus.
Chapter XIX. The Plains of Karamania.
Chapter XX. Scenes in Konia.
Chapter XXI. The Heart of Asia Minor.
Chapter XXII. The Forests of Phrygia.
Chapter XXIII. Kiutahya and the Ruins of OEzani.
Chapter XXIV. The Mysian Olympus.
Chapter XXV. Brousa and the Sea of Marmora.
Chapter XXVI. The Night of Predestination.
Chapter XXVII. The Solemnities of Bairam.
Chapter XXVIII. The Mosques of Constantinople.
Chapter XXIX. Farewell to the Orient – Malta.
Chapter XXX. The Festival of St. Agatha.
Chapter XXXI. The Eruption of Mount Etna.
Chapter XXXII. Gibraltar.
Chapter XXXIII. Cadiz And Seville.
Chapter XXXIV. Journey in a Spanish Diligence.
Chapter XXXV. Granada And The Alhambra.
Chapter XXXVI. The Bridle-Roads of Andalusia.
Chapter XXXVII. The Mountains of Ronda. |
March is a month when lots of people think about “good luck” because of St. Patrick’s Day. Millions of animals aren’t so “lucky” because they end up in pet rescues, animal shelters, and humane societies every day. But fortunately, a larger percentage than ever before of those millions of animals are experiencing a change in their fortunes and being adopted by loving, forever homes.
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How can you help?
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- Volunteer – Check with your local humane society or a pet rescue. Animals need walked, fed, socialized, trained, kennels cleaned and more.
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One of the things you might notice when you see the vanity is that it features an open bottom shelf. This feature is great for beach, cottage and farmhouse style homes. This open shelf has become more and more popular in modern bathroom designs and adds a stylish and chic element to any bathroom decor. The convenience of the open shelf is that it can help you place your towels and other bathroom essentials which can help create a warm and cozy feeling when you walk in.
The hardware of the vanity also comes standard with undermount drawer glides and soft closing hinges. The undermount drawer glides allow the drawers to make full use of the storage by maximizing the width and depth. The soft-closing hinges are 6-way adjustable, allowing you to adjust them in/out, left/right, and up/down.
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It is possible to make a ton of money through investing in commercial property. There is no guarantee that your commercial real estate purchase will be profitable, so be sure that you are in a position to handle the loss if things do not go exactly as you planned.
Negotiate, whether you are the buyer or the seller. Ensure that your voice is heard, and that you are offering-or receiving-a price that is fair for both parties.
Be calm and patient when looking at commercial real estate. Never rush into an investment. You’ll regret it quickly if your lack of research results in a property without much re-sale value. It may take a year for your needed investment to come about in the market.
If you are renting or leasing, pest control is important to look at. It is even more important to look into the building’s pest control policies if you are looking to rent or lease in a region where building pests are common.
A good starting point for people looking to purchase real estate is to go online and scour the treasure trove of beneficial information that can help new investors, as well as seasoned professionals. You can never have too much knowledge.
Commercial real estate involves more complex and longer transactions than buying a home. Yet, you should realize that the extra focus on, and length of, the process is essential in order to gain a better return on the investment.
Research and learn more about the Net Operating Income, a commonly used metric for commercial real estate. Having positive numbers is the only way to ensure success.
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The launch concert for a year long music event `Musical Silk Road` will take place at the Confucius Institute for Scotland head office in Abden House on the evening of Tuesday 11 August.
This musical journey is inspired by the theme of travelling and translocation of cultures. Featuring the music of Kimho Ip on Yangqin, Filipe Davidse on saxophone, and minority ethnic visiting musicians from China, the programme for this opening concert will include the premiere of `Requiem for Travellers` composed by Kimho Ip.
Doors open at 6.45pm and the evening starts at 7.00pm. Concert goers will enjoy a short break with Chinese style canapés and a glass of wine or a soft drink. During the break, guests will also have a chance to enjoy the splendid setting of Abden House and, weather permitting, its gardens.
Tickets will cost £10 per person. To secure a ticket please contact the Confucius Institute or email [email protected]
The Confucius Institute is pleased to sponsor this opening concert which has been coordinated by iMAP.
iMAP (www.imapimap.com) is a Scottish based chamber music company. It primarily aims to transcend the limitations of chamber/concert music through multi-artform and multimedia collaborations, community involvement and cultural diversity. It also aims to promote chamber music to new audiences, especially to young people and immigrants, by adopting welcoming, informal and innovative approaches in both the contents and the form of music.
Kimho Ip, the Artistic Director of iMAP Ensemble, works as a composer, cellist and Yangqin performer. His compositions have been performed at the ISCM World New Music Days (2002), music@Edinburgh festival (2003) and the Edinburgh International Festival (2005). Renowned Ensembles, such as the Edinburgh String Quartet, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, have also performed his works. |
If you are obtaining an MPH degree, you will likely want to take on a residency, fellowship, or internship program during or after your course of study. There are some careers that even require an extra MPH training program implemented into their residency program for those who choose certain careers, such as preventative medicine or infectious disease doctors or healthcare professionals.
If, however, you are specifically looking for an MPH residency, you have a lot to learn. It’s important for you to take the time to look at all of your options and figure out exactly what you need from your career. Of course, there are a lot of different residency options out there. You should take the time to explore positions and figure out which roles will give you the step forward in your career that you are looking for. A residency can go a long way in any career in public health, including for MPH graduates as well as those holding joint MDs and other medical degrees.
Choosing a Residency- Where You Work Matters
Where you choose to do your residency makes a difference. A lot of programs are designed to handle specific types of careers or educational programs within the medical and public health fields. Working for various medical centers, government facilities like the CDC, and even in university and teaching hospitals will give you the chance to put your skills to work to make changes in the world of public health. Here are a few other things that you should know about residency:
- MPH residencies typically last 24 months, but every program varies slightly. Make sure that you look at the time commitment and ensure that it meets the requirements for your degree and career in the public health industry.
- Working at universities and their public health schools or organizations is a great way to gain experience. Many of these facilities are designed to help students learn, which makes them much more adaptable to residencies and fellowship programs that are required by some careers or degrees.
- You have to apply diligently for fellowships and residences. Although the world of public health is growing in demand, these are still competitive positions. The better a program is, the harder you will have to fight for a spot. Make sure you put your best foot forward.
- Working with government or public organizations can prepare you for a real-world career faster, in some cases. If you want better job opportunities or connections, taking up residency in an organization where you’d like to work is helpful.
- Understand which programs you’re applying for, as well as which you need. There are often residency programs for physicians and other programs specifically for other MPH holders who want to work elsewhere in the health field.
Just like your Masters in Public Health education, the accreditation of residency and fellowship programs counts. You should find programs that are accredited by the proper accrediting organizations, such as:
- Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
- American Board of Preventative Medicine
- American Public Health Association
There are many other organizations that can be responsible for validating and approving a residency program, but you need to make sure that someone, somewhere supports the programs you are applying for so that you can get the experience that you need for your career. See 5 Things You Should Know About MPH Accreditation. |
Ever notice how you seem to get repetitive ads for a product or service that you have looked up before? A plane ticket, say, or a pair of hiking boots. You looked it up one afternoon, but then had second thoughts, or got distracted, and now ads for that same thing keep popping up in your Facebook newsfeed or below cat videos on YouTube. This is retargeting.
Retargeting works by including a pixel (line of code) on a webpage. When someone visits that page, the pixel drops a cookie into their browser which tracks that user and targets them with specific ads—specific to the product, service or brand they had been looking at. The result is a bunch of banner ads diligently following that potential customer, reminding them of the product or service, and telling them to take action (“BUY NOW!”).
This is a revolutionary marketing tool, and one with great potential for improving brand recognition and conversion rates. However, not everyone appreciates the upsides. Retargeting is a marketing tactic that has both pros and cons. If you are considering retargeting as a marketing tool, here is a breakdown of the good and the bad.
IMPROVES BRAND RECOGNITION: One basic and virtually undeniable benefit of retargeting is that repeated exposure improves brand recognition. The more someone sees your brand, the more likely they will be to recognize it in the future and consumers are more likely to buy a product from a brand that they know. Reinforcement is a fundamental component of learning, and it is also something that retargeting is great at. Numerous studies have shown that the context of the exposure is less important than the exposure itself, and retargeting definitely delivers.
ENCOURAGES RETURN: So someone visited your site but left without buying anything—that doesn’t necessarily mean that they decided against it. The internet is loaded with distractions, and internet users have decidedly short attention spans. Maybe someone sent them a hilarious video, or their phone rang, or they realized they just didn’t need your product at that moment. Without retargeting, that potential customer could be lost to you forever.
Retargeting sends that potential customer little reminders. The typical retargeted ad is a banner—aesthetically pleasing, often funny, and always with a call to action. Perhaps the potential customer will change their mind after seeing the product a few more times, or presented at a discount. Maybe they now have the cash to make a purchase. Essentially, retargeting gives you more opportunities to make an impression, and encourages the potential customer to return to your site.
Most internet users do not click banner ads, so it is difficult to track retargeting directly. However, applications such as Google Analytics will track traffic to your website. If a marked increase corresponds with your campaign, well, the cause is clear.
COST EFFECTIVE: If someone visited your site once, chances are very high that they are at least somewhat interested in what you have to offer. By focusing advertising efforts on individuals who have already demonstrated an interest in your brand, you are simply reinforcing an interest that already existed. Unlike other forms of marketing, which may offer your message to a broad audience—many of whom will frankly not care a whit about your business—retargeting is specifically marketing toward an interested audience. You’ve narrowed the odds that the recipient of the ad will respond.
This increased efficiency pays off. Studies have shown that retargeting provides a much higher return-on-investment (ROI) than other forms of digital marketing. Since the marketing “hunt” has effectively been removed from the equation, retargeting is often a cheap alternative to other strategies, and typically boasts lower cost-per-click.
IT’S ANNOYING: Creepy, weird, and annoying are three words often used to describe retargeting. Too many impressions is the main cause for complaint—it seems that some retargeters simply don’t know when to stop.
When an interested user looks at a digital camera then has that same camera follow them around for weeks, plastered all over every site, it may do a little more than improve brand recognition—it’s going to drive that person nuts. Making your product a source of frustration is not exactly the best way to make people buy it. As a rule, humans do not appreciate being pestered.
IT CAN BE INEFFECTIVE: Retargeting is particularly annoying for customers who have already been converted—that is, who have already made a purchase, or even bought the very product that is being advertised to them.
Be careful when selecting your retargeter, and choose one that employs segmentation (showing different ads to visitors with different degrees of loyalty—i.e. interested versus converted). Moreover, ensure that a “burn pixel” (that magical line of code that releases a customer from targeted ads once they have made a purchase) is included on your thank-you page in order to spare your new customer the now redundant campaign.
IT CAN BE OFFENSIVE: Some see retargeting as an invasion of privacy—a prickly issue in today’s social climate. While retargeting does not collect personally identifiable information—i.e. information such as age or gender which could be used to identify an individual—many still feel that it is inappropriate. While retargeting complies with laws and regulations, it simply does not feel right to some internet users, and viewing your brand through such means may cause them to view your brand in a negative light. While many internet users do not feel this way, some do, and using retargeting will inevitably alienate them.
WEIGH YOUR OPTIONS
Retargeting is a marketing tool that can be extremely effective and helpful for your business, but it isn’t without its drawbacks. Improved brand recognition, increased return traffic and moderate cost are countered by the risk of annoying or offending potential customers, or simply missing the mark altogether. It is best to evaluate your current marketing strategy and your long-term goals in order to decide whether retargeting is right for your business. |
Rumsfeld Drops Truth Bomb: 'Hillary Would be in Prison if She Were Military...'
As we all anxiously await Hillary Clinton's selection for Vice President (LOL J/K), here's a story you may have missed during the convention. Former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld says that if Hillary was in the military instead of above the law, she would be behind bars.
The 83-year-old former Secretary of Defense who helped kick off the Iraq War says that Clinton -who is currently being investigated in regards to classified material she kept on a private server- would have been taken to task had she been a member of the US Military, according to the Daily Mail.
“I personally believe that if she were a sergeant in the Army or a yeoman in the Navy, she’d probably be indicted,” he said. ‘It’s just inexcusable. You just can’t do that!”
Um, right? Not just if Hillary were in the military either, might I add. If she worked at Home Depot and acted as she did? Behind bars. If Hillary worked at Kinkos (people still work at Kinkos, yes?), and acted as she did, she'd be behind bars. Even if Hillary worked as a janitor and behaved as she did, she'd be behind bars. Which, frankly, is an insult to janitors. On the whole, janitors are far more capable of running anything than Hillary Clinton.
But Rumsfeld wasn't done...
Rumsfeld says that he predicts that Clinton’s haphazard handling of classified information will have lasting consequences.
“Other countries will be less likely to share information with us,” he said, now that it’s clear the US Government is incapable of maintaining standards of secrecy in an age where cyber warfare is moving to the forefront.
“I couldn’t support Mrs. Clinton,” he told the Daily Mail. “What she has done with classified information I think is inexcusable and puts at risk people’s lives [and] not just ours.”
We've not delved deeply into Hillary's emails at LwC, focusing more on her terrible positions on abortion and gun rights. While making many a potshot for her terrible fashion, horrible face, but mostly, that she's a human dumpster fire of a person. Which, now I think about it, is an insult to dumpster fires. At least they glow. And provide warmth.
Rumsfeld is absolutely right though. Looking at Hillary big picture, like zooming all the way out (only non-vomit way to look at Hillary), and I mean way, way, way, way out, there are ramifications to her actions. We can joke about her prison pantsuits all day long. As we should. But that doesn't change what Hillary has done: undermine our national security for her own political gain. She's as qualified to be president as my dog is to be a dentist. Which now I think about it, is an insult to my dog. Sorry, puppy.
Hillary Clinton: so above the law, you're not even sure there are laws anymore. Also, she's a terrible human being. An insult to human beings everywhere (read I Don't Hate Women... Just Hillary Clinton). Here are just the top five reasons she has less utility than gum you step in while walking to the DMV. |
Tar Sands Action (WOW - a 'crack in the line'?? Certainly Harper will NOT pleased....)
Yesterday President Obama made his first comments about the Keystone XL pipeline. Take a minute to read what he told a Nebraska television station that asked him about the pipeline:
The State Department’s in charge of analyzing this, because there’s a pipeline coming in from Canada. They’ll be giving me a report over the next several months, and, you know, my general attitude is, what is best for the American people? What’s best for our economy both short term and long term? But also, what’s best for the health of the American people?
When pressed about how the potential for new jobs plays in to his decision, President Obama said:
"I think folks in Nebraska, like all across the country, aren’t going to say to themselves, “We’ll take a few thousand jobs if it means that our kids are potentially drinking water that would damage their health ..."
Getting the President to step up and own this decision is an important victory that would not be possible without your hard work. We've come a long way from a few dozen people sitting in on the hot August concrete outside the White House.
Of course, the fight continues: the President has said that this is his decision, which means we need to make sure he stands up to the pressure from big oil and rejects the pipeline. Now that we know the President is paying attention, it's important to speak loud and clear. We'll be taking that same message to him this Sunday when thousands of people join hands and surround the White House. (
In a reasonable world, the President's statements yesterday would mean the end of this pipeline. After all, he ran as a candidate with the hope to end the tyranny of oil, and if this is his decision, there should be no question about what he should do.
But big oil is already waging a huge misinformation and lobbying campaign to get this thing through, and the pressure will only get more intense in the coming weeks. We need to let the president know that he has the support he needs to reject the pipeline, and that there will be real consequences if he doesn't.
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No relationship is 100% perfect. We all have our days of ups and downs when things change significantly.
Sometimes, there is nothing more you can do to stop your relationship from falling apart except to just try one last time.
You’ve had good times, hard times, and everything in between. You’ve been through a lot together.
And you don’t want to call it quits even though you’re facing difficult challenges.
I can tell you that almost every couple has gone through an obstacle or challenge that they thought would tear them apart but somehow they managed to survive it.
They were able to overcome those hard times because they were willing to work on their relationship and not give up on each other.
That’s how all relationships and marriages should be like; a partnership where you refuse to give up on each other but remain strong to overcome it together as a team.
Working on a relationship can be beneficial and even bring couples closer.
The first step is being willing to honestly look at the issues you’re experiencing and fix them while cultivating positive habits.
It’s easy to fall into ruts of miscommunication, hurt feelings, and bad relationship habits when you’re going through a rough time.
Those bad habits can ruin a relationship and you should avoid them at all costs when you’re trying to fix your relationship.
John Gottman, author of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work discovered indicators that a relationship wouldn’t work out.
If you haven’t read it, grab your copy on Amazon now; it has thousands of positive reviews and I’m sure you’ll find it helpful.
In the meantime, find out 6 simple steps to stop your relationship from falling apart.
6 SIMPLE STEPS TO STOP YOUR RELATIONSHIP FROM FALLING APART
1. Turn toward your partner during a crisis
In most relationship issues, it’s often easier to ignore your partner and show that you don’t care thinking that would solve the problem but it doesn’t.
It’s best to make small gestures like reaching out to connect with your partner instead of turning away and sulking alone.
You can also try to start a meaningful conversation, engaging your partner in some fun activities and showing that you care.
If you do this, you can show your partner that you notice them and appreciate them even when you’re at opposite ends.
Turning toward your partner builds trust, increases communication, and avoids hurt feelings.
If you reach out and your partner doesn’t notice or refuses to engage with you, don’t get angry. He might not see the efforts you’re making.
You can kindly explain that you’d like to connect more and that was your way of reaching out to them.
Honesty goes a long way in solving conflict, and so does sharing that you want to make things better.
2. Avoid using harsh conversation starters
When you begin a conversation with criticism or statements that start with “always” or “never”, it kills the communication in a relationship.
Instead of saying “You never help with house chores”, start the conversation with: “It was so helpful when you took the trash out last night. Or it would be so nice if you could help wash the dishes tonight”
If you’re hurt or annoyed, start with a polite sentence such as, “Something’s been bothering me and I don’t think I can let it go without talking to you.”
If you want to stop your relationship from falling apart, you have to aim for a positive outcome each time you initiate a conversation.
You’re more likely to achieve it if you start with a team mindset instead of being harsh towards your partner and seeing him as the problem.
3. Avoid the 4 major toxic habits
Four things that kill relationships faster than anything are criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling and contempt.
No one likes to be criticized. It’s better to say something meaningful or interesting about the action than put your partner down instead of criticizing him.
You could also try showering him with praise for a positive behavior because people usually respond to that better.
Defensiveness is defending yourself or even just explaining your actions when your partner tries to talk to you.
It feels like you’re telling him that you’re right and he is wrong.
Stop justifying your behavior when you’re trying to solve a conflict; listen first then give appropriate answers.
Stonewalling is usually when one partner gives the other the cold shoulder, not talking, or avoiding to interact.
Sometimes the partner will be physically present but totally ignores the other.
These first three bad habits lead to contempt which is like the final blow to a relationship because it only starts to show when the relationship is near breaking point.
Contempt is when someone really can’t stand the other. The person might mock them, roll their eyes, use sarcasm, sneer, gossip, and show outright dislike.
It’s like someone took all of their negative emotions and reactions and simmered them for a long time. You do not want your relationship to get to this point.
Hopefully, you can catch things at an earlier stage. If you see these bad behaviors in your relationship from you or your partner, ask to have an honest conversation.
4. Don’t focus on the negative things
In any situation, if you have a negative atmosphere, you’re not going to be happy.
If everyone at work talks about what they don’t like about the boss, the office, the schedules, and the pay, then everyone is going to feel like it’s not a good place to work.
The same is true in your relationship. You can choose to focus on negative things and hang onto them. Or you can choose to look for positive things.
People tend to assume the worst. What if you made it a habit to assume the best about your partner?
Tell yourself he has the best intentions, and if he says something that hurt your feelings, just conclude that it was a mistake.
If something happens that feels hurtful, give him the benefit of the doubt. In any situation, step back and ask yourself how you can see things in a more positive light.
This takes practice, but after a while, you’ll be amazed at how your life and relationship will change for the better.
5. Do your best to communicate better
Some couples get to the point that they don’t check in with each other when they are having a misunderstanding.
Don’t stop communicating with your partner simply because you have a problem with him.
Ask meaningful questions that will bring you closer to each other. If you only ask him, “How was your day?” you won’t really know what’s going on in his life.
If you really make efforts to connect with your partner and know what’s stressing him, what he’s excited about, and what he’s trying to accomplish, you’ll enjoy a more fulfilling relationship.
Think of a few unexpected questions to ask. Sit down and explore different topics like:
What’s changed in the last year?
Do you know any new people?
Is the atmosphere at work a good one, and why?
What are you hoping to see happen this year? In the next five years?
Do you have any concerns about life right now?
The point is to reconnect and really understand each other. You might find out that he has been dealing with something that’s been affecting the relationship, and you didn’t know about it earlier.
6. Replace “I understand” with “I see what you’re saying”.
Terminology can make such a huge difference when you think about your words.
If you tell someone, “I understand,” it often annoys them. They don’t think that you do truly understand.
But if you say, “I see what you’re saying,” it implies that you can see their point of view. “I see what you’re saying” doesn’t mean the other person is right, but it opens the door to talk more about the subject.
Other things you can say and change the tone of the conversation include:
• I see your point
• Can we take a break?
• Is there a way to compromise on this?
• Maybe we should start the conversation over.
• Okay, so are you saying _______________. (Paraphrase to make sure you understand what’s being said.)
• I want to understand this.
• I’m confused, but I want to work together.
Implementing these 6 simple steps can stop your relationship from falling apart. It will also help improve communication, connection, and turn things around in your love life. |
Allianz Hungária announced that it has introduced new features to serve its motor third party liability insurance customers, and has further strengthened its position as the market leader in the country.
The company’s announcement noted that Hungarian motorists are demanding more from insurers, making for tough competition in the market for motor third-party liability insurance. It said that new insurers had recently been advertising rates “so low that they are ill-proportioned to the corresponding risk.”
It also observed that “consumers are increasingly using the Internet to shop around for insurance premiums. For example, over 850,000 premium calculations were run through Allianz Hungária’s Internet calculator last November, compared to just 100,000 in the same period of 2003.” As a result Allianz Hungária has been investigating the complex demands of motorists in Hungary.
“The company has completed its most successful motor third-party liability insurance campaign to date,” said the announcement on the Allianz Web site (www.allianz.com). “By providing the right services at the right price, and communicating these features, Allianz Hungária found an effective way to stay ahead of the competition. By January 1, 2005, the company not only safeguarded its market share of almost 50 percent, but also attracted 50,000 new motor customers. Allianz Hungária has thus started the new year with a record number of 1,749,000 motor customers.”
A study, commissioned by Allianz, found: “70 percent of Hungarian motorists use their family car every day. By contrast, the European average is below 50 percent. Survey respondents explained that the family car is used for a wide variety of purposes, including going to work, taking children to school or elderly parents to the doctor, shopping and other recreational uses. For these people, not having a car available would upset their day-to-day routine. The survey also revealed that one car breakdown seriously affects the lives of three people on average.
“At the same time, motorists are inclined to underestimate the financial consequences of a car accident, both in terms of personal injury and damage to the car. Fact is, the average damage caused by an accident in 2003 was valued at 400,000 Hungarian forints (about 1600 euros [$1200]). By contrast, the average Hungarian motorist estimates that any accident he may cause or suffer would only be minor, with a presumable damage of 100,000 forints (400 euros [$303]).
“The survey also investigated motorists’ expectations regarding car repairs. Most important to respondents were minimizing the time they have to go without a car, having the least possible hassle in terms of bureaucracy and the various parties they have to deal with, and minimizing the financial burden, particularly given that such costs arise unexpectedly.”
Allianz now offers more comprehensive services to motorists with motor third-party liability insurance, including breakdown assistance arising from both accidents and technical failures at no additional charge. Customers also have access to a 24-hour call center.
The bulletin also noted: “Allianz Hungária now offers ‘active’ claims settlement, like no other on the market. This is available for motorists with both CASCO and liability insurance. When their car is damaged, Allianz customers need not rely on the insurance company of the causing party. Instead, repairs are arranged by Allianz Hungária. These are carried out by any of the more than 900 repair shops contracted by the Hungarian market leader. Allianz Hungária covers the costs so that customers don’t have to struggle with the financial burden or wait for an unfamiliar insurer’s response. Accounts are then settled between the insurance companies.”
Allianz Hungária manages almost half of all motor third-party insurance policies in Hungary. Total premium income in 2003 (all business lines) amounted to 156 billion forints (594.5 million euros [$450 million]).
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To say log cabins are a longstanding architectural staple would be an understatement. Most historians agree that the first log cabins in the U.S. were constructed in the mid-17th century. Initially primarily used as temporary and utilitarian structures, like barns and chicken coops, this iconic style has evolved considerably over the last few centuries into permanent and vacation dwellings enjoyed by all kinds of people.
In fact, at least nine U.S. presidents were born in log cabins, solidifying the style as a true staple of American architecture. Check 'em out below.
The country’s seventh president, Andrew Jackson was also the first U.S. president to be born in a log cabin. The cabin was located in South Carolina on the Crawford Plantation and brought Jackson into the world in 1787.
James K. Polk
In 1795, the 11th president of the U.S., James K. Polk, was born in a log cabin on his family’s North Carolina farm. Polk was the first of his parents’ 10 children to be born in the cabin, and you can find a reconstruction of their shared dwelling on its original site today.
Zachary Taylor, the country’s 12th president, made his debut into the world in a log cabin in 1784. The cabin was located on the Montebello Plantation in Virginia, a site that’s now under private ownership but still features a marker designating its historical significance.
Next up is Millard Fillmore, the 13th U.S. president, who was born in a Moravia, New York, log cabin at the turn of the century in 1800. While the original cabin was deconstructed in 1852, you can find an exact replica of it at the Fillmore Glen State Park in New York.
In 1804, the country’s 14th president, Franklin Pierce, was born in a New Hampshire log cabin. Pierce’s father purchased the cabin along with 50 acres of land in Hillsborough shortly after the American Revolutionary War.
James Buchanan entered the world in 1791 from within the confines of a Pennsylvania log cabin. Today, the site of the 15th U.S. president’s birthplace is now a state park that features a memorial pyramid comprised of stone, symbolizing the original cabin.
When most people think of log cabins and presidents, Abraham Lincoln comes to mind. In 1809, the country’s 16th president was born in a log cabin on the Sinking Spring Farm in Kentucky, where he and his family lived for two years before moving to the Knob Creek Farm in 1811.
Ulysses S. Grant
In 1822, Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. president, was born in a log cabin in Point Pleasant, Ohio. The original cabin has since been demolished, but if you head to the site today, you’ll find a replica of the three-room structure.
The last U.S. president to be born in a log cabin is James Garfield. Born in 1831, Garfield remained in the Ohio cabin with his family until 1859. While the dwelling was destroyed long ago, the site currently hosts a replica of the original cabin.
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President Obama and Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke again today by phone about the situation in Gaza. The President underscored the United States’ strong condemnation of Hamas’ rocket and tunnel attacks against Israel and reaffirmed Israel’s right to defend itself. The President also reiterated the United States’ serious and growing concern about the rising number of Palestinian civilian deaths and the loss of Israeli lives, as well as the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Building on Secretary Kerry’s efforts, the President made clear the strategic imperative of instituting an immediate, unconditional humanitarian ceasefire that ends hostilities now and leads to a permanent cessation of hostilities based on the November 2012 ceasefire agreement. The President reaffirmed the United States’ support for Egypt’s initiative, as well as regional and international coordination to end hostilities. The President underscored the enduring importance of ensuring Israel’s security, protecting civilians, alleviating Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, and enacting a sustainable ceasefire that both allows Palestinians in Gaza to lead normal lives and addresses Gaza’s long-term development and economic needs, while strengthening the Palestinian Authority. The President stressed the U.S. view that, ultimately, any lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict must ensure the disarmament of terrorist groups and the demilitarization of Gaza.
The civilian deaths are horrible Israel acknowledges that. Why won’t President Obama acknowledge that Hamas is using it citizens as human shields? Why wont he acknowledge that many of those “civilian” casualties are actually 16 and 17 year old boys used by Hamas as warriors either to attack Israel or to guard the tunnels. Israel has accepted five cease-fires, why wont Obama acknowledge that Hamas has refused or broken each and every one.
would Obama have Israel do just drop its weapons in the light of being
attacked? Say shoot rockets all you want, we are not going to try to destroy your weapons. Should Israel reduce the “embargo?” She already allows food, medicine and other staples into Gaza. Should she allow construction goods such as concrete into the area knowing that the concrete they have allowed in so far was used to build a network of underground tunnels, a virtual underground city made from concrete allowed in for “humanitarian” purposes? Should Egypt allow Hamas to once again use the tunnels in the Sinai to “import rockets?”
Yes the civilian casualties are horrible. And no one feels worse about it than Israel. But why wont Obama acknowledge that the civilian causalities are part of the Hamas strategy. And every time he talks about the casualties without mentioning the use of human shields he is encouraging that strategy to continue.
This President who has led from behind and has capitulated to terrorists in Iraq and Afghanistan, who in his efforts have placed the desire to have a treaty above all else has conceded the security needs of the United States to Iran and to Russia, expects Israel to do the same.
Except Israel does not have the same margin of error as the United States. The U.S can withstand eight years of of appeasement, allowing terrorism to suckle at the teat of of Obama’s lack of resolve. Israel cannot withstand eight minutes of appeasement. And nothing that Obama can say or do will change that.
Why can’t Barack Obama acknowledge the truth that so many Israeli leaders have pointed out:
“If the Arabs put down their weapons today, there would be no more violence. If the Jews put down their weapons today, there would be no more Israel’”
President Obama’s message to Netanyahu yesterday was nothing short of telling Israel to shut up and die. |
Former New York Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks wants one more shot at football before he hangs it up and Eli Manning is still in his corner.
After the New Orleans Saints waived former New York Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks in the summer of 2016, he hasn’t found his way back onto the field. Nicks, 31, has been without an NFL team since then, although has been doing what he can to get back to football.
Having worked out with his former quarterback Eli Manning this offseason, Nicks said Manning inspired him to take a go at the XFL. Nicks participated at an XFL Summer Showcase this week at Montclair State University, where he worked out for the head coach of the XFL’s New York/New Jersey team. That head coach just happens to be his former offensive coordinator, Kevin Gilbride.
“Eli was like, ‘Man, you’ve still got a step. Why don’t you see if you can still give it a shot? You’re still young enough,'” Nicks said, via James Kratch of NJ.com. “All my friends are in my corner still, pushing me to play. They know I love the game of football. It is what it is.”
In 92 career games in the NFL, Nicks racked up 356 receptions for 5,081 yards and 31 touchdowns. The majority of those statistics were with Manning as his quarterback in New York.
Nicks doesn’t even want to play for much longer either. He claims that he just wants one year to get back into football before he gets too old.
“I just want one last year to go at it and play before I get in my late 30s,” Nicks said. “I just want one last season, whether it be the NFL or the XFL. I’m not closing any doors. I just want one last year to play ball. This was the opportunity, so I came and showed out.”
Hopefully, Nicks gets his shot. He was always a great target for Manning before the Odell Beckham Jr.-Sterling Shepard era. Nicks had good qualities as a receiver too, with great hands and physicality, he was a dominant presence through the air. |
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Instead of relying on others to "evaluate" you, to indicate what is going well and what is not, why not ask for it - regularly. And don't just limit the asking to your immediate supervisor - ask everyone you interact with at work.
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Currently, the public education system in Ontario seems more focused on looking good to the public than actually being the best it can be for the children. Ontario should look to Finland. They are now doing something right, but they weren't always #1 in education. In the 1970s they made a conscious systemic decision to focus on learning rather than performance.
Musical training such as participating in a choir develops language. Being in a choir means reading the lyrics of songs with the tempo of the music. Playing an instrument requires another type of reading and language. It is the ability to read music and transpose that to the instrument. Both activities require an immediacy that is brain training at its best.
I realized that while I was willing to take feedback on my weaknesses, I was not willing to listen to feedback on my perceived strengths. Only upon reflection, I was able to shift my attitude and seek and accept feedback on areas I was expert at. I had to get rid of the arrogant self-talk of "I was the best at this."
Self-confidence as a skill that anyone can build, practice and master. It is the belief in your ability to accomplish the task at hand, no matter the odds, no matter the difficulty, no matter the adversity. Self-confidence is like a muscle. The more you practice, the stronger it gets.
No one can say for certain how many concert works by Canadian composers have been heard at the White House. We do know the University of Toronto's Matthew Emery was surprised in December to learn -- after the fact -- that he had written one of them.
Making an original theatre piece from scratch is hard enough, but to design a set and add creative elements when your designers are spread out around the world is, well, a real accomplishment.
Wherever it comes from, whomever it comes from, we have to believe that the feedback is coming from a good place to help us be the best that we can be. Even in times of challenging, difficult-to-hear feedback, there are messages that need to be heard and understood. |
Numerology is a term everyone has heard of, but what exactly is its meaning? Numerology can be defined as a belief in relationship between numbers and coinciding events. Numerology studies the value of the letters in words, names, etc. It is basically a matter of belief like astrology. Some people believe it some people don’t. But no matter what, it is a mystical, fascinating subject whenever it comes up. So I started looking for Windows 10 apps which can do the same. I came across various numerology reader apps with interesting interfaces.
Out of the 7 apps that I found most of them tell you a little bit of detail about the number readings. But couple of them are just calculators which tell you what your number is. There is lot of information that comes up just with your name and date of birth, like your name number, your birth number, lucky numbers, etc. Let’s look at these 7 free Windows 10 numerology apps below to know your numerology readings.
Numerology Reader – Kabbalah
Numerology Reader – Kabbalah is a good app as it is not just a calculator, but it also tries to educate you about numerology. When you launch the app you will see a screen like the one you see in the screenshot above. On this screen you will get some insight into what numerology is, along with that you will get more information about numerology. When you are done reading, you can go to the calculator part. Scroll down the page and click on the get your free numerology reading link. This will take you to the calculator like shown in the screenshot below.
In this calculator, you have to enter your birth date along with the birth year. Then click on the get your personal reading button. This will display your reading based on your number in the box below the button.
Numerology-st Free is a nice app to know your number readings. When you open up the app you will see a interface like the one shown in the screenshot above. The background of the app is black with green text. You have to fill in the blank fields with your name and date of birth. Then click on the advise me button. You number readings will be displayed below the button as can be seen in the above screenshot. These readings include your birth number, number value of your name, lucky days, lucky dates, lucky colors, lucky jewels and name compatibility. There is also a forecast for the coming week based on the information you gave.
Leo Numerology Calculator
Leo Numerology Calculator is a nice app to get your number readings. When you start the app you will come across an interface like the one shown in the screenshot above. On this page you have to put in your name, and date of birth along with year. Then click on the analyze button to get your results. The results screen will look like the screenshot below.
On this screen you will be shown in detail your numerology readings. You will be shown info like lucky number, name number, radical number, friendly numbers, favorite days, favorite dates, favorite color, etc. There is more to the readings when you scroll on the page. It even tells you which occupations will be best suited for you, favorable stones, which numbers will be best for forming friendships etc.
Numerologics is a nice app which gives you some insight into the world of numbers. When you launch the app your will get a brief introduction of what numerology is. On the left side you will see a menu bar, on this menu bar select the calculator option. This will bring up the calculator in front of you like the one shown in the screenshot above. On this page enter your full name or nick name and then click on the your result button. This will display your number below the button. Along with some info about it.
From the left side menu bar go to the learn this section, this section teaches you how to calculate your number. A screenshot of this page can be seen above. The page has elaborate description along with examples on how to calculate your number.
Numbers and You
Numbers and You is also a nice app which gives you detailed readings. When you start with the app you will see an interface like the one shown in the screenshot above. You will be asked to enter your full name along with your date of birth including the year. After entering this information click on the submit button, which will process this information and show you the readings on a page like the one displayed below.
On this page, you will see a menu on the left side. These are the different areas whose readings you can check out like zodiac info, health, occupation, personality, lucky colors and jewels. You can also check your compatibility with someone by entering their date of birth. You can also check out important ages and years for yourself.
NameNumerology just gives you a basic number calculator, as can be seen in the above screenshot. When you launch the app you will get a screen with a firld to enter your name. After entering your name click the calculate button. This will display your number and some information about the number below the calculate button. Apart from the number it will show the number characteristics, and the number destiny.
Numerology Calculator doesn’t give you any information on what numerology is, but only offers you a calculator. This numerology calculator will calculate your number based on your name. That is all the app does. It does not provide you any information about what it is doing or what is happening. All you have to do is enter your name in the provided field as you can see in the screenshot above and hit the calculate button. Your number will be displayed in the provided 2 boxes. Click the reset button to start over with a different name. The app defines this number as your number which determines your nature, character, personality, etc.
These are some numerology calculators or readers that you will find on the Windows 10 store. If you are a believer in this kind of thing then you can try these out. For people who don’t believe in things like this, I would still ask you to try these apps out because they are a fun read. All the apps offer a basic calculator. But only a few apps offer details of readings or some knowledge on what numerology is. So go ahead and try these apps out. |
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ROS vs CSK : In the 2019-20 Russian Premier League, Rostov is placed at the third position in the league standings with 35 points. They have taken 10 wins, 5 draws and 5 losses, out of 20 games played so far. In the last game, they played against the team Akhmat Grozny and managed to tie up with 1-1 scores. Prior to this draw, they played against the team Spartak Moscow and won by scoring 4 fabulous goals while the opposing team scored a single goal. Their form in the last 5 games is D W D L L. Being in the third position, they should try to reduce failures in the upcoming games to stay at the top three positions. Let’s see whether they try to play well and wins the game against CSK or not.
Whereas, CSKA Moscow is placed at the fourth position in the league standings with 35 points. They have taken 10 wins, 5 draws and 5 losses, out of 20 games played so far. In the last game, they played against the team Ural Sverdlovsk Oblast. In which, both the teams scored one goal each. So it resulted in a draw. Prior to this draw, they played against the team Espanyol and won by scoring one goal while the opposing team failed to score any goals. Their form in the last 5 games is D W D L D. They have to win this game in order to secure the third position in the standings. Since both the teams have a similar form, they have fifty-fifty chances to take the win.
Rostov vs CSKA Moscow Team News
- Key players for ROS are Eldor Shomurodov and Alexey Ionov.
- Eldor Shomurodov is the forward player who has played 19 games and scored 10 goals.
- Alexey Ionov is the midfielder who has played 19 games and scored 5 goals.
- Key players for CSK are Nikola Vlasic and Fedor Chalov.
- Nikola Vlasic is the midfielder who has played. 19 games and scored 7 goals.
- Fedor Chalov is the forward player who has played 19 games and scored 5 goals.
Rostov vs CSKA Moscow – Recent Form
Rostov: D W D L L
CSKA Moscow: D W D L D
Rostov vs CSKA Moscow – Team Squad
Baburin Yegor, Sergey Pesjakov, Denis Popov, Daniil Frolkin, Vadim Lukyanov, Danila Vedernikov, Dennis Hadzikadunic, Arsenii Logashov, Alexey Kozlov, Maksim Osipenko, Evgeni Livadnov, Maksim Rudakov, Dmitriy Chistyakov, Roman Eremenko, Ivelin Popov, Pavel Mamaev, Alexey Ionov, Danil Glebov, Mathias Normann, Khoren Bayramyan, Vladimir Medvedz, Eugeny Chernov, Evgeny Cherkes, Danila Proshliakov, Eldor Shomurodov, Baktiyor Zainutdinov, Aleksandr Saplinov, Aleksandr Dolgov
Ilya Pomazun, Igor Akinfeev, Vladislav Torop, Nikolay Zirikov, Mário Fernandes, Viktor Vasin, Nikita Kotin, Kirill Nababkin, Hördur Magnússon, Cedric Gogoua, Georgi Schennikov, Vadim Karpov, Igor Diveev, Ilzat Akhmetov, Nikola Vlasic, Alan Dzagoev, Arnór Sigurdsson, Konstantin Kuchaev, Kristijan Bistrovic, Jaka Bijol, Maksim Eleev, Konstantin Maradishvili, Ivan Oblyakov, Fedor Chalov, Lassana N’Diaye, Ilia Shkurin
Rostov vs CSKA Moscow – Playing 11
Sergey Pesjakov, Alexey Kozlov, Dennis Hadzikadunic, Eugeny Chernov, Maksim Osipenko, Roman Eremenko, Ivelin Popov, Khoren Bayramyan, Mathias Normann, Baktiyor Zainutdinov, Eldor Shomurodov
Igor Akinfeev, Viktor Vasin, Hördur Magnússon, Vadim Karpov, Alan Dzagoev, Mário Fernandes, Nikola Vlasic, Ilzat Akhmetov, Ivan Oblyakov, Fedor Chalov, Arnór Sigurdsson |
In which a debit that is prepaid varies from a normal debit card starts with the truth that it’s not associated with a banking account at all. It’s still straight right back by cash, and when it absolutely wasn’t it would be worthless, but there is however no banking account to cope with, with no banks which can be actually a part of it of many instances. At the very least perhaps perhaps perhaps not within the sense that is traditional. You certainly do not need a checking or checking account to make use of it, and there wasn’t some magical shop of cash that is sitting someplace that you must have a free account for and figure out such things as that. It can away along with of the problems, it really is a rather streamlined experience for that explanation!
Another method by which a prepaid debit card is just a far cry from your own normal banking kind of debit card can there be anyone can utilize it when it is often filled up. Provided that there is certainly cash with your friends and family should they need to buy something anywhere at all behind it, you can easily share it. They are able to make use of it in individual simply as if you would an ordinary debit card, as well as make all my acquisitions, which we shall reach soon. It certainly does not matter who uses it, just who may have it, as soon as you receive it in the hands, this is certainly completely for you really to figure out, without having to leap through all method of appropriate hoops by speaking with a bank!
Among the main advantages of choosing a prepaid debit card instead of just being offered cash is the fact that it’s a totally protected as a type of cash. You simply cannot lose it, it won’t be stolen, of course its, there is certainly a rather way that is definitive monitor it. This really is distinctive from utilizing cash money because, when cash is finished, you actually do not have concept that is investing it or where. If you do not instead bank and acquire some form of unique as a type of cash with serial codes about it which can be identifiable and distinctly on paper, the amount of money is pretty much up for grabs, and that’s why more and more people take such things as this!
Debit is often Better
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Cauda Equina comes from Latin and means ‘Horse’s tail.’ It is the name given to the collection of nerves roots that emerge from the spinal cord where it ends at the Conus Medullaris ( L2) . It continues at this point as long nerves that resemble a horse’s tail – hence the name.
How do you get Cauda Equina syndrome?
Cauda Equina syndrome is a set of symptoms that are experienced when the spinal nerves are compressed in lower the back. It occurs at spinal vertebral levels below L3 where the Conus Medullaris ends and the Cauda Equina nerves emerge at the base of the spinal cord.
Compression of these nerves inhibits function and generates painful messages as well as symptoms. These are known as the ‘Red Flags of CES’ . They include acute low back pain, sciatica, bladder and bowel dysfunction, leg weakness and sexual dysfunction.
The compression can be caused by a slipped disc, tumours, stenosis, cysts and occasionally injections. Cauda Equina syndrome can also be a result of a car accident.
These symptoms form the syndrome but can lead to permanent disability ( usually preventable when treated emergently). People living with these permanent injuries consider themselves to be ‘People living with Cauda Equina syndrome’.
What are the different stages of Cauda Equina syndrome?
This means Cauda Equina Syndrome – Suspected. It is a diagnosis given to patients who present with lower back pain and bilateral leg pain but who have no autonomic issues like bladder, bowel, sexual dysfunction. It is also known as impending? CES
This means Cauda Equina Syndrome – Incomplete. It is a diagnosis given to patients who may be experiencing loss of sensation and leg weakness in the lower limbs.
Differing levels of lumbar back pain and leg pain.
Bladder issues such as loss of desire to void, altered urinary sensation, hesitancy and poor stream.
Partial saddle anaesthesia. It is experienced as numbness/pins and needles around the genitals and bottom (where you would sit in a saddle). An inability to feel toilet paper when wiping is a good indication of saddle anaesthesia.
Anal sphincter tone is reduced.
This means Cauda Equina Syndrome with Retention. It is a diagnosis given to patients whose condition has deteriorated to a point where bladder function ceases and the bladder goes into retention. This is painless and overflow incontinence will occur.
Saddle anaesthesia has progressed to total sensory loss and pins and needles become dense numbness.
Patients may suffer from faecal incontinence.
Image courtesy of Nish Srikandarajah.
The different stages of CES occur over time and onset of CES can be either acute of slow. It can develop over a few hours, or weeks and months.
Recovery from Cauda Equina Syndrome
Patients will have the best chance of a full recovery if they receive the correct treatment (usually a spinal decompression within 24 hours) at stage CES-S or CESI, before urinary retention occurs and as a result, the hope of returning to a normal lifestyle.
When a patient has progressed to CESR then the prognosis is not as good. Many are left to come to terms
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Skip to comments.US workers file 709,000 new unemployment claims amid COVID-19 spike
Posted on 11/12/2020 6:12:07 AM PST by ChicagoConservative27
Another 709,000 Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as the labor market continued a slow recovery threatened by a dangerous new wave of coronavirus infections, the feds said Thursday.
The latest initial jobless claims brought the number filed during the COVID-19 pandemic to a seasonally adjusted total of more than 67.4 million a figure larger than the population of the United Kingdom, the US Department of Labor data show.
The fourth straight weekly decline in new filings came as the US grappled with a record-setting spike in virus cases thats led some parts of the country to consider new restrictions on businesses like those that sent unemployment to record levels in the spring.
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Too bad, Nancy should have cut a deal with President Trump.
Biden’s team has to get a bill through a Republican Senate first, not going to happen.
Now they will declare victory over Covid and send everyone back to work.
Once you’re in charge and have to pretend to be a responsible adult, you can’t play opposition politics with these issues anymore.
“Bidens team has to get a bill through a Republican Senate first...”
Not so fast. There is still an election in GA. If the dems continue their sham voting we may well lose the Senate!
Fourth straight week of declines and all they can talk about is cumulative numbers and COVID. Reporting in the age of Gleichshaltung. Been going on for months already.
They can wait to see what Piglousy and ByeDone want to do for them. You voted for it so just ‘enjoy the suck’.
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Remember when I told you that I failed at humaning? Though I don’t generally make resolutions I would like to resolve to call out more crappy behavior to people’s faces even if it makes me uncomfortable (I really hate discomfort too. “Death before discomfort” is on my family crest…which, embarrassingly, has the same symbol as the logo for Whitesboro, New York).
The catalyst for this resolution was what happened on Christmas Eve, when I dared to endure air travel. Flying in general is a well of anxiety for anyone not a sociopath, let alone Christmas Eve where everyone is panicked about seeing their family. Throw in the added stress that the plane waiting at the gate had mechanical issues with the mechanic visibly working on one of the engines. We don’t know if our plane is going to take off and people are lining up to talk to the frazzled gate agent who obviously hasn’t logged enough hours to not be working Christmas Eve. Scene set? Am I getting across the level of stress everyone is feeling?
Now, here’s what I witnessed, just the facts: While waiting in line, a pregnant woman carrying two bags was ambling up to where her husband was standing. The pregnant woman asked a standing woman, “excuse me,” so that she could get past her to join her husband in line. That standing woman did not even acknowledge the pregnant lady and there is no chance that the standing woman did not hear because the pregnant lady said, “excuse me” directly into the standing woman’s ear. The pregnant woman, upon reaching her husband adjusted her bags and bumped the previous standing woman, not hard enough to move the standing woman an inch.
The standing woman says, “Oh, don’t worry, you have plenty of room.”
Pregnant woman, still trying to adjust her presumably heavy bags responds, “What?” The question we were all wondering (oops, that’s commentary).
Standing lady smugly responds, as though there is no question she is in the right, “You have plenty of of room over there, you don’t need to bump me.”
The pregnant woman, responds, “I didn’t notice I hit you, sorry.” Then goes back to what she was doing.
IMPARTIALITY OVER: The standing woman smugly adjusts her collar and goes back to daring to think she’s in the right for having won the award for being the most supremely passive aggressive person in the universe to a pregnant woman who tried being polite while this vile garbage person–sorry, “garbage” implies that she once served a purpose–this hobo-vomit masquerading as a human being was afforded the luxury of thinking she was somehow in the right and won that discussion.
That’s where I failed at humaning. I stayed silent. Granted, I was in an airport where ineffectual people delight in their ability to abuse power, but I think I could have out-passive-aggressived her. All I would have had to do was ask, “What do you hope to accomplish being hostile with a smile?” That’s all I had to do.
For extra credit, I could (and should) have matched her hostility: “Who farted on your scrambled eggs? By that, I mean, what do you think gives you the special privilege to ignore a polite request then act like everyone’s Baby Boomer Aunt who thinks she’s the one who’s keeping the family together single-handedly by being hyper-smugly contentious to a pregnant woman who’s having a hard enough time negotiating the world with her rapidly changing dimensions as a result of incubating a human life? Are you proud of yourself or are you going to take a half-second to be aware of the world around you before lashing out impotently at those who tried to be courteous to immovable narcissists lost in their own feedback loop?”
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Dillard’s (NYSE:DDS) posted its quarterly earnings data on Sunday. The company reported $3.43 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.65 by $0.78, MarketWatch Earnings reports. Dillard’s had a negative net margin of 1.51% and a negative return on equity of 4.82%. The company had revenue of $1.57 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.65 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $2.75 EPS. The business’s revenue was down 18.3% compared to the same quarter last year.
NYSE DDS traded down $0.10 on Tuesday, reaching $80.75. The company’s stock had a trading volume of 46,469 shares, compared to its average volume of 718,450. The firm has a market cap of $1.78 billion, a PE ratio of -25.68 and a beta of 0.80. The business has a 50-day moving average price of $74.83 and a 200 day moving average price of $50.53. Dillard’s has a 52 week low of $21.50 and a 52 week high of $128.00. The company has a current ratio of 1.72, a quick ratio of 0.27 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41.
Several research firms have recently issued reports on DDS. Wedbush boosted their price objective on shares of Dillard’s from $46.00 to $60.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, December 23rd. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft boosted their price objective on shares of Dillard’s from $60.00 to $80.00 in a report on Tuesday. Telsey Advisory Group restated a “market perform” rating and set a $80.00 price objective (up previously from $54.00) on shares of Dillard’s in a report on Tuesday. Zacks Investment Research downgraded shares of Dillard’s from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating and set a $64.00 price objective on the stock. in a report on Wednesday, January 13th. Finally, TheStreet upgraded shares of Dillard’s from a “d+” rating to a “c-” rating in a report on Wednesday, January 27th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and four have given a hold rating to the company’s stock. The stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $58.83.
Dillard’s Company Profile
Dillard's, Inc operates as a fashion apparel, cosmetics, and home furnishing retailer in the southwest, southeast, and midwest regions of the United States. Its stores offer merchandise, including fashion apparel for women, men, and children; accessories; cosmetics; home furnishings; and other consumer goods.
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As the coronavirus 19 pandemic prompts countries to close their borders and quarantine people, a new education system is taken shape around the globe.
Besides Turkey, which is launching digital education for children beginning next week, many other countries have already started a distance learning system, with students taking lessons and appearing in tests while staying at home.
It is believed that the bane of the virus may prove an ultimate boon to help to bridge the much-needed digital divide, as it is coming with innovations bringing new solutions for the education system.
According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OCED) – an intergovernmental economic organization with 36-member countries – 421 million children are affected due to the closure of schools in 39 countries. The other 22 countries have announced partial closures.
To stem the spread of the virus, the Hong Kong administration had introduced interactive apps for students to learn at home in February. The Geneva-based World Economic Forum (WEF) believes that some 120 million Chinese students are currently getting access to learning material through live television broadcasts.
"These risk-control decisions have led millions of students into temporary home-schooling situations, especially in some of the most heavily impacted countries, like China, South Korea, Italy, and Iran," says Gloria Tam, an official in the Minerva Project, a leading educational innovator.
In a paper, written for the WEF, she said these risk-control decisions have led students into temporary home-schooling situations, especially in some of the most heavily impacted countries, like China, South Korea, Italy, and Iran.
"These changes have certainly caused a degree of inconvenience, but they have also prompted new examples of educational innovation," she added.
World's largest remote learning experiment
The pandemic has led the Zhejiang University (ZJU) -- a comprehensive research university, spanning seven sites in China's eastern Zhejiang province -- to start the world's largest remote learning experiment.
Even though under government orders, all classrooms were shut from Feb. 24, university officials decided to adhere to the original calendar. The university is offering more than 5,000 courses to both undergraduate and graduate students.
According to Wu Zhaohui, the president of the university, the course hub has so far attracted 570,000 visits, and a live streaming app co-developed by Alibaba -- a Chinese multinational company specialized in e-commerce -- has recorded an audience of 300,000.
Moreover, the university is expecting its 2,500 graduates to defend their theses online over the next few months.
As part of the quality assurance process, ZJU organized a series of training sessions in mid-February for 3,670 faculty members. An instructor was invited to impart skills to conduct massive open online courses.
Seeking to bridge the digital divide, the university has negotiated deals with several network providers to subsidize the data plans of its faculty and students. The ZIU is already known as a leader in Information and communications technology (ICT). Using its strength, it is engaged it crating smart campuses since 2017, equipped with audio recognition and simultaneous interpreting.
But it was the coronavirus outbreak in recent weeks, the university put up a total of 200 smart classrooms for teachers to shoot video courses or live stream their classes.
COVID-19 accelerates digital classroom process
While the education innovators had been experimenting the digital classrooms worldwide over the past many years, its slow pace was frustrating. Most teachers and students across the world were hesitating to adopt it. Experts believe that COVID-19 outbreak has accelerated the process.
"With 5G technology becoming more prevalent in countries such as China, the U.S., and Japan, we will see learners and solution providers truly embracing digital education in a range of formats. Traditional in-person classroom learning will be complemented with new learning modalities - from live broadcasts to educational influencers to virtual reality experiences," writes Diana El-Azar, senior director at the Minerva Project.
The Education Ministry in China -- the country most affected by the pandemic -- has developed a new cloud-based, online learning and broadcasting platform to enable students to log in from anywhere.
In Hong Kong, a consortium involving 60 educational organizations, publishers, media and entertainment industry professionals have come together to provide 900 educational assets – including videos, book chapters, assessment tools, and counseling services for free to students staying at home.
Most schools in affected areas are finding stop-gap solutions to continue teaching, but the quality of learning is heavily dependent on the level and quality of digital access.
To help the less affluent, who cannot meet the cost of digital devices and data plans, the WEF has recommended government and corporate to decrease costs and make digital classroom affordable. Otherwise, there is a greater danger that the digital divide could become more extreme. The fear emanates from the fact that only around 60% of the globe’s population is online.
The pandemic, however, has provided an opportunity as well as lesson that in the unpredictable world, it was necessary to bridge the digital divide and impart skills to build resistance to face various threats from natural disasters to violence. More so, it calls for adaptability so that resilience is built into the most important sector that is education system.Anadolu Agency website contains only a portion of the news stories offered to subscribers in the AA News Broadcasting System (HAS), and in summarized form. Please contact us for subscription options. |
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Michael Volpi must either have a great plan for innovation this year, or he must be feeling like the walls are closing in.
Joost started the race for Internet TV way before everyone else with a product unlike any other, with the promise of unprecedented flexibility on targeted ads so the advertisers would get the best bang for their buck.
However it seems like way too many people have jumped on the Internet TV space, with many different and innovative approaches.
During the last weeks, I’ve started noticing how some big players are merging with Hulu.com’s embeddable content and how some of them are trying to get into your living room.
Last year I told David Clark, North American VP of Joost at the NY Video Meetup that many people have said that Joost should create a Set-Top Box device, or to partner up with a TV manufacturer and get Joost on the TV, but probably one of the things they’ve not thought about is to port Joost into an Xbox Live downloadable application and make a deal with Microsoft. Of course this was in front of hundreds of people and he just gave me a politically correct answer and went on.
If I could have a chance to talk to Michael Volpi, I’d suggest a couple of crazy ideas, which have been implemented during the past week by no other than Microsoft, Veoh.com, and the Big G.
Microsoft and Veoh started embedding Hulu.com’s content on their video websites. It seems to me that Joost, being a XULRunner application, can do anything a web page can do, including the embedding of flash players such as Hulu’s.
Hulu might be their #1 competitor, and it seems to me that they got the best content of all the video websites, and they can offer it at no cost to the end viewer (ad sponsored). If I were Volpi, I’d take a crazy chance and start a new line up of Hulu based channels. There’s no way to get around the commercial insertion points that Hulu will show, but at least he would keep the audience within the application, giving him more P2P uptime to share content, and at the same time he could even overlay some ads on top of that content.
It sucks that there’s nothing really worth watching in Joost and if there is, it’s a pain in the ass to discover the good stuff. Instead you go to Hulu.com and you find things organized by Show, not channels. (Joost should have a way to browse content by show, season, episodes, not like 100 CBS channels with the same logo). In Hulu you’ll find the stuff everyone is watching, Heroes, The Simpsons, Family Guy, and the list goes on.
It’s a tough world getting the content, and I think Joost should start making some headlines soon, they must be running out of funding, after all it was only like 40mill they got last year, and rumors say they have over 100 people between NY and Europe, add to that bandwidth and operational costs and the money leaks.
So they’ve not made their content embeddable, probably cause they haven’t made up their minds on whether to be real imaginative on how to implement P2P on the flash player, or to create their own browser plugin (which should be included when you download the client now, so that you can start creating momentum, but would turn probably into another Real Player, vs Quicktime, vs Media Player pain in the ass), or to bite the bullet and start distributing both embeddable (Flash Player based) and Joost P2P content.
As if all this wasn’t enough, then you have Microsoft with the Xbox already on the living rooms implementing IPTV of their own, and with another device, totaling a significant potential 10 million subscribers, and Panasonic announcing the development of a new TV that will allow you to watch Internet Video provided by Google (YouTube)
The company isn’t mine and I feel stressed about it, I hope they have a good plan, right now the content they have does not compel me to close whatever I’m doing to start watching in full screen or even with a tiny window anything. If anything I’ll gladly watch Joost on my living room, but it needs to be convenient.
Volpi, come up with a Joost Branded TV, A Set-Top-Box, A wireless streaming device, something! but you need to get on the living room, the content you have is not worth switching all my working tasks to watch Joost for over 10 minutes, and that way you won’t get me to see any ads. In the meantime get us some good content, get us South Park you already got Comedy Central, beg some more and get South Park, get HBO, put Hulu content in it, make Joost the symbol of watching TV on the computer or I don’t see Joost for 2009. |
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May 13, 2016; For Immediate Release
Contact Maile D’Arcy, Board President, Friends of the Powerhouse
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DEL MAR — Dive into a great evening of dining and dancing at the annual Del Mar Lifeguard Dance on June 25, 2016 from 5-10 pm. The family-friendly, beach-casual extravaganza takes place at the Powerhouse Community Center, 1658 Coast Blvd., Del Mar, 92014.
The Lifeguard Dance is presented by the Friends of the Powerhouse (FOP), which supports the multifaceted programs and services provided to the public by City of Del Mar Lifeguards. Tickets can be purchased on the organization’s website for $40 each; or, on a space-available basis, at the door for $50 each. (more…)
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Del Mar, CA … On March 8, 2016, the Navy Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Surf Clinic formally thanked the Del Mar City Council, Del Mar Lifeguards and Friends of the Powerhouse for supporting its therapy program for injured service people. The Thursday clinics are held at the Lifeguard Station area of the Del Mar beach.
Speaking on behalf of NMCSD, Bob Burke said, “We sincerely appreciate the long-term assistance the Del Mar Lifeguards have provided. Led by the amazing Chief Lifeguard Pat Vergne, the lifeguards have helped in every way imaginable: safety, setup, equipment, as well as being warm and welcoming to patients and volunteers for over five years.”
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By Bianca Kaplanek, The Coast News
DEL MAR — Beachgoers and visitors to Powerhouse Community Center will soon have a cleaner place to clean up after council members at the Jan. 19 meeting awarded a construction contract to rehabilitate the public restrooms at the oceanfront facility.
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DALE’s depleted backline will be looking to prolong Brentford’s run of games without scoring when the two sides meet at Spotland in the first round of the FA Cup today (Sat).
The home side will be without defensive kingpin Gareth Griffiths, ruled out through suspension following his harsh sending off against Lincoln, but will be buoyed by Brentford’s recent struggles in front of goal.
Martin Allen’s team may be fourth in League One having lost just one of their last seven games, but their current form has been less than convincing.
The team has failed to score in each of their last three matches and they have managed just 19 goals in their last 16 games. Goalless draws with struggling Swindon Town and Blackpool were followed last weekend by a 2-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth.
Manager Allen cancelled the players’ day off this week in response to that performance and has demanded better from his troops at Spotland today. Last season they reached the fifth round, losing out 3-1 to Southampton in March.
"Everything will be done to ensure a better performance for the FA Cup," he said. "There is still more to come from us even though we have only lost once in seven matches."
Allen has tinkered with the striking options in a bid to find the right formula. Brentford started the season with Lloyd Owusu and Isaiah Rankin up front but have recently started with Rankin on the right of midfield to accommodate DJ Campbell up front as partner to Owusu.
That is the combination Dale are most likely to face today.
Key defender Sam Sodje said the struggle for goals is not down solely to the strikers.
"We’re not scoring goals right now, but that’s not just the strikers, it’s the whole team," he admitted. "The strikers are working hard, hopefully the rest of the team can work just as hard and make sure we give them the chances to score.
"If you have a good start but the goal does not come and then you concede it leaves you on the back foot."
Dale will be hoping to test their resolve today and Parkin will be looking for a positive start after conceding two first-half goals last weekend.
Grant Holt and Rickie Lambert, with some 18 goals between them so far, will keep the visitors’ on their toes and if Dale can frustrate Brentford’s faltering frontline an upset could be on the cards.
Warren Goodhind returned to training this week after suffering from aching calf muscles and missing the 2-1 defeat by Lincoln. He will be back in contention and, with Griffiths suspended, Parkin may be tempted to throw him straight back in. Goodhind is predominantly defence-minded and the Dale boss is conscious that Brentford are likely to mount sustained periods of pressure today.
It could be backs against the wall stuff at times – which makes the loss of Griffiths, sent off for an alleged slap, all the more difficult to swallow.
With his omission in mind, Parkin was boosted by Sheffield Wednesday manager Paul Sturrock’s decision to allow Rory McArdle to play in the cup game.
The Owls defender, on a six-month loan at Spotland, started alongside Griffiths in the heart of defence last weekend and looks set to retain his place with Tony Gallimore moving alongside him.
"We know it’s going to be difficult against a team flying high in a division above us but we’ve been looking forward to this one," said Parkin.
"There’s been a lot of interest in our last couple of home games and while last Saturday was a disappointing outcome I think the fans appreciated how hard the players worked when they were down to 10 men." |
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Not looking too far ahead has been an effective mindset for Saint Mary’s, which hasn’t lost since November.
After another businesslike win on Thursday night, the 11th-ranked Gaels can gear up for their biggest game of the season.
Jock Landale scored 21 points and Jordan Ford added 20 points and nine rebounds to lead Saint Mary’s to an 83-62 victory over Loyola Marymount.
The Gaels (24-2, 13-0 West Coast Conference) have won 19 straight and host No. 12 Gonzaga on Saturday.
“We’re definitely a confident team, but we don’t pay any attention to rankings or winning streaks,” Ford said. “We stay right with our team and take it one game at time.”
Landale added nine rebounds and four steals in 28 minutes. Ford made 9 of 11 shots and the Lions couldn’t stop his moves to the basket.
“I just knew from the get-go that I was going to be able to get on the rim and use my quickness to get to the basket,” Ford said. “They have a really big guy at 7-foot-3 so I figured I’d be able to get around him and get to the rim.”
Eli Scott had 16 points and 10 rebounds for Loyola Marymount (7-17, 2-11), which has lost seven of its last eight.
“These are tough to win,” Saint Mary’s coach Randy Bennett said. “People act like you’re just going to win these games. Ask BYU (which lost to Loyola Marymount). They’re not easy to win.”
In the first half, Saint Mary’s built as much as a 16-point lead by making high-efficiency shots inside. The Gaels scored 26 points in the paint before halftime and 48 in the game.
The Lions kept the game within reach and trailed 40-31 at the break.
“We tried to take the 3-ball away from them. They’re one of the best in the country at doing that,” Loyola Marymount coach Mike Dunlap sad. “You’re going to give up some stuff in the paint. We were willing to do that. We made a nice push back. It could’ve been (down by) 20 in the first half. We were able to play through our post a little bit. It was encouraging at halftime. They’re the No. 11 team in the country. We have 3-4 young guys, freshmen and one sophomore. They have four seniors. We learned in that game.”
Saint Mary’s was 6-for-14 from 3-point range.
The Gaels were too much for the Lions in the second half and played much of it without Landale, who was on the bench with foul trouble.
Loyola Marymount fans haven’t had much to cheer about this season, so they took to heckling Landale about what they thought of his NBA chances. Landale once looked toward the hecklers, which fueled them to continue.
Landale was whistled for his fourth foul with 11:50 left in the game and went to the bench.
“It’s not great to pick up my fourth foul, I can’t do that,” Landale said. “It was good to see the guys step up. Ford stepped up big time. So did Jordan Hunter. They stepped up for us. We know all these guys can play. It’s never a bad thing to let other guys get a look. Obviously, I can’t pick up that fourth foul, but it worked out well for us tonight.”
CAREER ASSIST RECORD
Emmett Naar had 12 assists and set the Saint Mary’s record for career assists, previously held by fellow Australian Matthew Dellavedova. The senior guard has 769 assists.
“It means a lot,” Naar said. “It’s pretty cool. I was just happy to come here, to be honest. I never thought anything like this would happen. It shows the system we play in and the guys we’ve gotten to play with. I’ve had some pretty ridiculous 5-men I’ve gotten to play with and some great shooters. It’s more of a testament to them and the coaches for giving me freedom.”
ON TO THE NEXT
The West Coast Conference will show off its two teams ranked in the top 12 when the Gaels host the Zags.
“We’ve just got to treat it like any other game,” Landale said. “We know there’s going to be a lot of hype around it. For us, it’s another matchup, and we have to play them like we played them last time up there. It should work out well for us. We try not to gas it up or hype it up too much because we know that will hurt us in the end, so we just try to treat it like any other game.”
Saint Mary’s: The Gaels stayed focused ahead of their nationally televised matchup with Gonzaga.
Loyola Marymount: The Lions are still searching for answers on how to become more competitive in the conference.
Saint Mary’s: Hosts No. 12 Gonzaga on Saturday.
Loyola Marymount: Hosts Pepperdine on Saturday. |
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You will be aware that we have confirmed three cases of COVID-19 at our institution as of Sunday, 22 March.
In all cases, our colleagues immediately self-isolated and informed their respective departments. The Provincial Department of Health began immediate contact tracing in all three cases and identified people that were in close contact with our colleagues. Those individuals are also now quarantined for two weeks. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
The experience of the three cases has taught us some valuable lessons and I am therefore drawing your attention to the fact that we have to ensure confidentiality at all times.
As the Vice-Chancellor expressed in her latest VC Desk, confidentiality is important when we are dealing with the medical conditions of our staff and students. Breaking that confidentiality is not acceptable for healthcare professionals (which includes health scientists) as it is against their ethical codes. We must in all reported cases (via our email messages, on social media, or in conversations) ensure that we maintain confidentiality. Hence heads of departments and everyone else dealing with a case must be circumspect about sharing information that could identify people and their medical status.
I am asking that you note and share this information with colleagues and fellow students to ensure that the need for confidentiality is upheld.
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As the COVID-19 crisis drags on and evolves, civil society groups are responding to growing and diversifying needs – just when access to resources is becoming more insecure, writes UCT’s Prof Ralph Hamann.03 Jul 2020 - 6 min read Republished
The Covid-19 crisis has reinforced the global consequences of fragmented, inadequate and inequitable healthcare systems and the damage caused by hesitant and poorly communicated responses.24 Jun 2020 - >10 min read Opinion
Our scientists must not practise in isolation, but be encouraged to be creative and increase our knowledge of the needs of developing economies, write Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng, vice-chancellor of UCT, and Professor Thokozani Majozi from the University of the Witwatersrand.09 Jun 2020 - 6 min read Republished
South Africa has been recognised globally for its success in flattening the curve, which came as a result of President Ramaphosa responding quickly to the crisis, writes Prof Alan Hirsch.28 Apr 2020 - 6 min read Republished
In an email to the UCT community, Vice-Chancellor Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng said:
“COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, is a rapidly changing epidemic. [...] Information [...] will be updated as and when new information becomes available.”
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Journal: Saturday, October 20, 2018
Today was a day of crying and praying and missing my Mom. Of all the people in the world that I can talk to and tell anything, she was always the one I could be the freest with. The one I could count on to comfort me and pray for me; to love me and forgive me when needed. So today was just a day that I really wish I could talk to her. Some days I miss her so much. I need her love, wisdom, thoughtfulness, and care. I know there will always be days like today and it won’t be easy but I know God can be my comfort. I can go to him. I can take him my heart; I can ask for strength. He is faithful. He loves me even more than my mother.
I miss my Ladybug and our late night talks; our inside jokes and laughter; our trips to the Dairy Queen when we’d sneak off without telling the guys; The drives we took in the country when we were restless. I miss all of it. I love her so much.
You keep track of all my sorrows.
You have collected all my tears in your bottle.
You have recorded each one in your book. Psalm 56:8 NLT
One of the things I miss the most is talking to my Mom. Before the Alzheimer’s took so much away from her we would talk constantly. I’d call her or she’d call me and we’d talk about everything and nothing in particular.
Even after the Alzheimer’s I’d call home, Dad would answer the phone but I’d always ask to talk to Mom. Sometimes she’d talk a while, other times she’d have trouble with the phone. Eventually, she pretty much gave up talking on the phone.
I missed our talks even while she was still living. There were times I’d tell her things knowing that she didn’t fully comprehend, or remember later, but at the moment she’d try to let me know all would be well.
A few months before she died we had a wonderful conversation about forgiveness. I’d recently been short with her. I told her that I was wrong and hadn’t treated her as kindly as I should have. We talked about forgiveness in general and what it means and I asked her if she would forgive me. She ever so sweetly said yes she would. Even though she probably didn’t remember the incident in question and probably didn’t remember our conversation later, at that moment she understood my need to ask forgiveness and she sincerely, without question granted it. Much like she had several years earlier when I had needed to ask for forgiveness. (you can read about that time here)
Growing up, forgiveness always flowed freely. If Mom and I had had a particularly trying day as can sometimes happen, she always made sure before bed that all was well between us. We would talk things out and I always knew she was there for me. Even as a small child I remember kneeling beside her to pray about whatever was troubling me. Being the melancholy child that I was it seemed I was always needing to pray or talk about something.
That did not change as a teenager. We had lots of adventures together. I remember one summer or two that she spent a lot of time driving me around the countryside chasing a dream of a piano player (not Rocky, that came later) that I thought I was in love with. I also remember having many late night conversations about boys, dreams, life. It was nothing to stay up until the crack of dawn talking. Even after I had married and moved away from home, we always had at least one all-night talk session when I’d come for visits. Rocky and Dad would come downstairs of a morning and there we’d be still sitting on the couch.
Later, when Rocky came on the scene I wrote her a letter telling her that I was in love and I knew he was the one. I was in college and cell phones and Facebook didn’t exist, so you either made a long distance call or wrote a letter. I found that letter last year when going through some of her things. She had kept it all these years. I know my Mama’s level of sentimentality and I know she hung onto that letter to mark a significant time in my life that she rejoiced in with me.
I’ve always shared my everyday life with her. Each new adventure, each crisis, everyday moments. It was all chronicled with her. And she never failed to cheer me on or commiserate when necessary. Every new move she was there helping and planning with me even when it took me too far from home. She never tried to hold me back, but always rejoiced at each new opportunity.
She did tell me, as she grew older, that she missed her daughters and wished they could both move back home. She once offered to give my sister her house if she’d move back home. And my mom really loved her house. She is now buried on the hill facing her house. When Rocky and I moved to Louisville in 2007 she was glad we were closer. She and Dad would come to visit and we would go see them when we could.
In 2010 when we went in with Dad to purchase the house next door to them she was excited for us to fix up the house and be there on breaks, but before we could spend much time there the Alzheimer’s was fast approaching. When we moved there in the summer of 2012 between the seminary and whatever was to come next, it was clear that Alzheimer’s had set in and we were needed. I know it was a God thing that we had decided to buy the house two years prior when it didn’t really make sense to do so. We had no long-term plans of settling back home once schooling was finished, but home was exactly where we needed to be.
Living there was as it should be. Mom was restless a lot and had lots of questions about everything in the early days. She would come to my house for reassurance or sometimes just to chat a moment. The door was always open for her and sometimes she’d be back and forth several times a day. We’d have the same conversations, mostly with her trying to make sense of the muddle in her mind. Memoires were hiding and bits and pieces would show up and she’d need me to help her make sense of it all. She trusted me and I did all I could to honor that trust.
Even in the difficulty of living with Alzheimer’s, we had some good times and lots of laughter. I wouldn’t trade those days for anything. But sometimes I’d miss our old conversations. The last couple of months before she passed away there were several times I’d think I need to call Mom only to immediately remember that things were different. I went through a spell in the summer of nesting and tweaking my living room, buying lamps and finally hanging pictures. All the things I would have discussed with Mom. So, I called my Dad and shared with him. I suppose I could have told mom, but I knew it wouldn’t be the same and I also knew that she might not even engage at all on the phone. I wish I’d tried anyway.
Since her passing, I have had several times where I wish I could talk to her or something will happen and my first thought is to call Mom. I’ve needed so much to hear her words of wisdom, comfort, and encouragement. I’ve needed to laugh with her. There are times that you just need your mother because no one understands you like she does. In those times I remind myself that God can comfort me and that he truly understands.
I cling to all the hope, dry my eyes, and do my best to live life without my Ladybug.
There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love. ~~ Washington Irving
Grace for the journey,
Come back tomorrow for more of the journey? Just a reminder that I usually post later in the day. Clicking on the ladybug graphic will take you to the first page in this series with links to the daily posts. Thanks for reading! |
One spring sunday morning, I was on my way to visit Mars Hill Bible Church, one of the largest and youngest churches in the country, with 10,000 meeting weekly for worship in a converted mall outside Grand Rapids, Michigan. As I took the freeway exit, unsure of the exact directions, I noticed a bumper sticker on the car in front of me. "Love wins," it said, in distressed white type on a black background. In the rear window was a decal with an intricate pattern—half Art Deco, half Goth tattoo—that incorporated a cross and a fish.
Neither the bumper sticker nor the tattoo-decal alone would have induced me to set aside my hastily scribbled directions and simply follow the car straight to the Mars Hill parking lot. But I knew I'd found my mark when I saw the passenger lower the sun visor, look into the makeup mirror, and meticulously adjust his hair.
Gentlemen, start your hair dryers—not since the Jesus Movement of the early 1970s has a Christian phenomenon been so closely entangled with the self-conscious cutting edge of U.S. culture. Frequently urban, disproportionately young, overwhelmingly white, and very new—few have been in existence for more than five years—a growing number of churches are joining the ranks of the "emerging church."
Like all labels, this one conceals as much as it reveals. But the phrase "emerging church" captures several important features of a new generation of churches. They are works in progress, often startlingly improvisational in their approach to everything from worship to leadership to preaching to prayer. Like their own members, they live in the half-future tense of the young, oriented toward their promise rather than their past. But if their own focus is on what they are "emerging" toward, perhaps ...1
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Hertz, formally known as The Hertz Corporation, is an American car renting company. The founder Walter L. Jacobs founded the company in Chicago, Illinois, in 1918. The initial idea was renting a dozen Model T Ford cars at first. The company is the second-biggest car renting company in the United States. Hertz has now based its headquarters in Estero, Florida.
The company is managing 10,200 franchise renting stores and operates in 150 countries internationally, including Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, Africa, North America, Latin America, and Asia. The company currently employs almost 40,000 people worldwide at the present day.
The corporation is offering services such as leasing, renting, and selling cars. In 2018, Forbes ranked The Hertz Global Holding 335th company to its top rich 500 list. The company has always been paying great attention to dedicated work and became so successful by keeping their customers happy while keeping their employees also happy in their work environment. If you want to explore this friendly and hard-working environment, you should apply for a job at Hertz to see which roads they followed to be successful. A job at Hertz would be an inspiration for your life!
How to Apply
- Go to the career website of Hertz.
- Write the job title and your location to find a suitable job for yourself. Click the “Find Jobs” button.
- A new page will open, on which you will see the list of jobs.
- Choose one of the interesting job positions for yourself and click on the name of the job.
- You will see further information about the job description you choose. Click the “Apply Now” button above to continue.
- Enter your e-mail address to proceed.
- You can choose your resume from your computer, or your Google Drive, Dropbox or One Drive accounts. If you don’t have an account yet, provide your personal information and upload your resume directly from your computer.
- Finalize your application by clicking the “Submit Profile” button.
Job Positions: Car sales representative, branch manager trainee, delivery driver, counter sales representative, car cleaner, branch manager, car delivery driver, car sales business development coordinator, flex service representative.
Printable Job Application Form PDF: Not available.
Positions & Salaries
Car Sales Representative: You will be providing a quality customer service experience to our valued Hertz customers. You will work with customers to determine their needs and wants in their next vehicle purchase. You will be responsible for the meet and greet, presentation, test drive and write up a portion of the sales process.
Prerequisite: Inside or outside sales experience. Related retail sales experience. A valid driver’s license & satisfactory driving record.
Delivery Driver: You will deliver products between businesses and local customers within the assigned geographic area. You will inspect and monitor delivery vehicles daily. You will deliver products to customer locations in a timely manner, and assist other delivery drivers as needed.
Prerequisite: 20 years of age. Having a valid driver’s license. Possessing a smartphone and have the aptitude to navigate using a mapping application.
Branch Manager Trainee: You will be supporting the achievement of location sales and margin goals. You will have to ensure positive customer experience, aiming to make Hertz the number one in the car rental industry. You should achieve individual and customer service goals by upholding the company standards at all times.
Prerequisite: A valid driver’s license in good standing. High School diploma or general equivalency diploma. Ability to drive multiple types of vehicles.
Hertz Application Form PDF
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atha nityam anityaṁ vā
neha śocanti tad-vidaḥ
nānyathā śakyate kartuṁ
sva-bhāvaḥ śocatām iti
atha—therefore; nityam—the eternal spirit soul; anityam—the temporary material body; vā—or; na—not; iha—in this world; śocanti—they lament for; tat-vidaḥ—those who are advanced in knowledge of the body and soul; na—not; anyathā—otherwise; śakyate—is able; kartum—to do; sva-bhāvaḥ—the nature; śocatām—of those prone to lamentation; iti—thus.
Those who have full knowledge of self-realization, who know very well that the spirit soul is eternal whereas the body is perishable, are not overwhelmed by lamentation. But persons who lack knowledge of self-realization certainly lament. Therefore it is difficult to educate a person in illusion.
According to the mīmāṁsā philosophers, everything is eternal, nitya, and according to the Sāṅkhya philosophers everything is mithyā, or anitya—impermanent. Nonetheless, without real knowledge of ātma-, the soul, such philosophers must be bewildered and must continue to lament as śūdras. Śrīla Śukadeva Gosvāmī therefore said to Parīkṣit Mahārāja:
“Those who are materially engrossed, being blind to knowledge of the ultimate truth, have many subjects for hearing in human society, O Emperor.” (Bhāg. 2.1.2) For ordinary persons engaged in material activities there are many, many subject matters to understand because such persons do not understand self-realization. One must therefore be educated in self-realization so that under any circumstances in life he will remain steady in his vows.
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P. Nagalingam, who is better known as Selvum to his friends and clients, has been working with Diethelm Travel Malaysia for 15 years but his expertise goes even further back when we first trianed as a guide in 1988. Here he shares what it’s like to be a senior guide touring the wildly beautiful forests, national parks and hiking trails in Malaysia – from what he does to prepare before trek and which routes he finds most interesting.
Working with Diethelm Travel Malaysia has been very interesting. I regularly experience new adventures as a tour guide. As a senior guide, I‘ve been given the opportunity to lead our guides’ department and scouting trips in search of new tour products. I’m very happy working with my colleagues at Diethelm Travel Malaysia, too.
I love the cultural tours such as the overnight visits to native villages and longhouses. Discovering the local cultures and customs in Sarawak is an endless learning experience because I find out something new every visit. Plus, the friendliness of the natives in these remote villages is simply the best.
I had never dreamed of becoming a travel guide when I was younger. However, one of my closest friends was a tour guide, and when I accompanied him to a remote native longhouse, I was completely captivated. I thought that guiding would be the best way for me to showcase my country, its fascinating people and culture to the outside world.
There are so many things about Malaysia Borneo National Parks that interest me. However, I am most interested in its dense rainforest and diverse flora and fauna.
To prepare myself for a forest trek, I am always cautious and equip myself with a proper first-aid kit, raincoat, trekking shoes, lightweight clothing, pocket knife and sun hat. I make sure to recommend a packing list to my clients, too. To keep my clients safe and prepared for their upcoming trip, I also tell them what they can expect to see and experience in the forest, the dos and don’ts whilst in the forest, and how to be respectful to the surrounding nature during their tour.
The remote Batang Ai Wild Orang Utan Forest is my favourite place so far because of the dense rainforest and the beautiful orangutans. I also love the crystal clear mountain streams and cascading waterfalls, although they are a challenge to hike to and see.
Going to Lemanak River or Batang Ai Lake because I enjoy staying with the local ethnic groups. In fact, I consider longhouses to be my second home.
Out of the many trails in Bako, my favourite routes are the Paku Trail, Ulu Assam Trail and Lintang Trail. There are many opportunities along these trials to see a wide variety of wildlife vegetation, which always astonishes visitors.
Since it is nearest to the city and has many varieties of vegetation in one small area, Bako National Park is my all-time favourite.
First and foremost, one must know the forest area very well. Besides that, one must have at least a basic knowledge of flora and fauna, rules for visiting a national park, and the knowledge of basic first aid and jungle safety precautions.
In my many years of experience, I’ve encountered wild animals countless times. However, the most interesting animals are the wild orangutans in the Batang Ai primary jungle. Their fur and behaviour are totally different from the captive orangutans.
Tourists are more interested in hands-on activities nowadays, so experiences like visiting native longhouse villages and participating in cycling tours, which provide profound cultural experiences but also a dash of adventure, really interest them.
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OptumRx will expand its drug discounts to employer-sponsored health plans starting next year. Here’s what the move means for healthcare.
Earlier this year, UnitedHealthcare’s PBM, OptumRx, introduced a unique point-of-sale drug discount program to members enrolled in UnitedHealthcare fully-insured plans.
Those discounts stemmed from passing through net costs of drug rebates directly to consumers-traditionally, payer organizations like UnitedHealth would combine any and all discounts received from pharmaceutical manufacturers and then incorporate those savings into a particular health plan’s premiums. This new approach, however, is popular enough that the PBM recently announced it planned to expand the program to all new employer-sponsored plans, including self-employed plans, next year.
Andy Cournoyer, vice president at Precision for Value, a payer analysis and consulting firm, said the desire to offer more transparency in drug pricing, as well as more support for patient affordability, are key drivers for these kind of rebate plans at the point of sale.
“We see this push and pull argument pointing fingers at who is to blame for high drug pricing, the drug companies or the insurance companies,” he says. “PBMS can capture these rebates to help control drug costs because their business models are not quite as dependent on them as one might think. It’s the kind of move that shows consumers that the plans are really trying to manage these drugs costs and help patients save money.”
UnitedHealthcare reports, on average, that patients can save an average of $130 per eligible prescription. While the number of patients who are impacted by the discount may be smaller than expected, as the discounts only cover brand-name drugs, with the highest costing brands yielding the highest savings, Cournoyer says that it is a program that consumers do appreciate. Yet, there is some concern that employers may push back on the program expansion, especially those who choose the self-insured plan option.
“It comes down to control,” he says. “In the past, those employers were likely to save on premiums. Or they might get the rebate check at the end of the fiscal period. In the case of these expanded programs, they won’t get that rebate check. And, if they’re the ones managing the risk, and they are getting that check, they then have some control over what happens with that money. They may even use it to offset premiums for their employees over the next year. They don’t have those same options when the rebate is applied at the point of sale.”
When asked if other PBMs are likely to follow OptumRx’s lead, Cournoyer was circumspect. He says the industry remains concerned about the cost of plan premiums in the commercial space and whether fees may be tacked on to services currently offered for free by PBMs, like case management, to help payers recoup lost revenue.
In addition, there is some concern that OptumRx might aggressively manage drug access in order to keep premiums down and make sure rebates don’t take too much of a bite out of their bottom line. There is a lot of give and take in the dynamics of such point-of-sale discounts, Cournoyer says, and it’s not entirely clear how it will all play out.
“One of the biggest takeaways from discounts being shared at the point of sale is that a member’s out-of-pocket costs will be based on the discounted price of the eligible drugs. It’s a sticking point,” he says. “And we also need to consider whether there will be any lost revenue for payers and it’s unclear how they will manage that-because they aren’t going to just absorb those losses.”
Despite those concerns, Cournoyer says he believes these types of programs are likely to become more prevalent in the future.
“Patient affordability, as a theme, is here to stay,” he says. “We came from a world where a patient’s out-of-pocket costs were based on the list price of drugs. Now, with discounts and rebates, that’s changing. PBMs may need to learn new ways to compete for employers while still catering to individual members who are looking at drug cost as a decision point for how they select their benefits. Will they be more affected by out-of-pocket costs or premiums? As payers move forward, trying to better engage consumers and find where the value lies, I imagine we’ll be seeing a mix of both.”
Kayt Sukel is a science and health writer based outside Houston. |
Jonathan Brenner Quoted in “How to Fire Employees Compassionately”HR Dive February 4, 2019
Jonathan M. Brenner, Member of the Firm in the Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice, in the firm’s Los Angeles office, was quoted in HR Dive, in “How to Fire Employees Compassionately,” by Riia O’Donnell.
Following is an excerpt:
If an employee is surprised to be fired for cause, some process along the way has broken down.
Terminating an employee because of their actions or behaviors should be the last step in a process of progressive disciplinary actions, or as a result of an infraction so significant, immediate separation was warranted. If the staff member didn’t see it coming, or wasn’t aware of the rule they broke, something is in need of correction. But if an employer must terminate an employee, doing so compassionately says a lot about how an organization respects and values employees.
Don’t Sugarcoat It
“Two things to pay attention to in conducting employee separations respectfully and professionally are candor and discreetness,” Jonathan Brenner, attorney with Epstein Becker Green, told HR Dive in an email. Terminations are not easy discussions to have, he said, and it can be tempting to sugar coat things; to water down, omit, or distort the reasons for the action; or to be disingenuously apologetic. Being candid with an employee that you are terminating is a sign of respect for that person, and it also avoids the potential appearance of being defensive about the decision and the action being taken. …
Understand that HR Needs to be Involved Immediately
Brenner believes managers and HR both play a meaningful role in managing the termination. “Managers bring a level of personal knowledge and decisional credibility to the separation meeting,” he said, while HR professionals provide another voice that can clarify discussion points and represent the company’s policies as a whole. …
Be a Human Being
Discretion and compassion are key. Keep the meeting discreet and low profile, Brenner suggested, “to avoid unnecessary open display of the action to peers and colleagues.” While they needn’t be covert operations, “using a little sensitivity to scheduling such meetings at the end of or after (or before) the workday and on days when fewer colleagues will be present can go a long way.” |
Artículo The Cairo Review of Global Affairs, N*33 (Primavera 2019) Nabil Fahmy, embajador (r), ex ministro de RREE de Egipto y decano de la Escuela de Asuntos Globales(U. Americana-El Cairo)
From Algeria to Sudan, the time for good governance is now
The events of the past few weeks in Algeria and Sudan have caused different groups to revisit the Arab Spring framing to make sense of recent developments there—and give lessons about possible paths for those countries to take. Supporters of the Arab Spring in these and other Arab countries that underwent uprisings almost nine years ago warned of not giving in too quickly to the military and security establishment. Their recommendation not only consisted of the removal of old-guard politicians, but also the immediate establishment of civilian supervision to oversee political transitions.
Those who opposed the Arab Spring uprisings advised aborting the wave of public expression and keeping the established leaders in power as long as possible. Their logic is to ensure that the longstanding status quo remains unchanged. A third group—opportunists associated with past regimes, or their adversaries who vary from country to country between Islamists and non-Islamists—jockey to position themselves as purveyors of stability or change depending on their position and circumstances, even though they cannot legitimately claim to be either.
All three of these groups are naively shortsighted, or worse still, are dogmatic and driven by personal interest. Taking such postures will only cause the Arab Spring to be seen as a recurring event that fails to fulfill its purpose. Also, because these groups fall short of addressing the real core reasons for the public’s discontent or offering concrete institutional and policy solutions that are actionable, their cautionary notes about instability will most likely become self-fulfilling prophecies.
Beyond these groups’ views, I am confident that there are a few who appreciate the inevitability of change, recognize the need for greater engagement with the public, and understand that principled but realistic compromises are imperative for a smooth transition and a different future which nevertheless preserves the national identity, security, and the sovereignty of the state. Irrespective of the choice of governing system— whether it is a presidential or parliamentary system or a monarchy or a sheikhdom and irrespective of the degree of shared governance (democracy, federalism, and centralization)—for this group to succeed, good and efficient governance is imperative. This can only be achieved by having the country’s upper leadership respond to the desires and aspirations of people and make them feel like they have a stake in their own future building. They must also respond to their daily material needs by providing goods and services that are commensurate with their income and financial resources. In other words, catering to both the hearts and minds of the public is essential.
Good governance, in any form, requires transparency and accountability. With these tools in hand, those in government can correctly assess and respond to public needs, pre-empting the build-up of frustrations and averting mass discontent. The public, in return, will feel empowered to be participants in a shared model of governance without becoming a disruptive force.
Politically, how can good governance be achieved? Mainly, through checks and balances that enable each of the state’s institutions to fulfill its responsibilities. It is crucial therefore to have an explicit separation of powers between the executive, judicial, and legislative branches of government. To give an example in simple economics, providers of goods and services can find easy refuge in monopolies in the short term. In the long term, however, the same monopolies breed inefficiency and are the ultimate death knell of good business. The same applies to the institutions of government, be they political, security, social or economic. Monopolizing levers of power is dangerous and ultimately self-destructive.
At the other end of the spectrum, rather than make maximalist demands of all-or¬nothing, activists and the opposition should enter into principled and aggressive yet pragmatic negotiations with national institutions including the security and military establishment. True supporters of change should focus on ensuring the exercise of these qualities in order to achieve a true and sustained difference. Institution building, and outlining clear constitutional parameters, are the best ways to set matters straight and provide time for domestic polity to evolve into a true pluralistic, political culture. Pluralism that survives debate, within the guidelines of the constitution, is vital for inclusiveness and political fulfillment. Recent announcements from Sudan about a possible agreement on shared governance for the transition period with the military bearing responsibility for safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and civilians governing on all other matters are interesting developments and a good case in point.
Any compromises reached will ultimately be tested in real-life scenarios where there will be conflicting agendas, competing stakeholders, and a fight over limited resources. Attempts will also be made by adversaries and naysayers to prolong disagreement and discord. Hopefully wise people on all sides will conclude that reincarnating the past is not sustainable and that principled compromise with maintainable solutions is the best way to move forward. Like changing seasons, the Arab World is changing. For better or worse the choice is ours. |
Lots of stuff in this one. Let's see if I can remember it all from last night. The ground beef was about 3/4 pound I had left over. I think 80/20 (or even 70/30 if you can find it) quality ground beef is a fine paleo food. It's a good way to boost fat intake — essential to the paleo way — where a minimum of 50% of your energy ought to be coming from fat. Remember, this is a battle over hunger.
So, in addition to the ground beef we've got an egg, 1/4 chopped onion, 1/3 cup shredded broccoli / carrot, further chopped, clove of minced garlic, a splat of mustard, few dashes of Worcestershire, three tablespoons tomato sauce, and maybe a quarter teaspoon each of the following: salt, pepper, sage, thyme, parsley, oregano, basil. A dash of apple cider vinegar, about 1/3 cup of almond meal, teaspoon of dry basmati rice, 6-8 whole pistachios (more next time), and a half handful of whole cranberries.
I had to fashion a baking dish.
The oven was at 325 and I brought the internal temp to 145. You owe it to yourself to get one of these temp probes. It takes out the guesswork and saves time and overcooking.
While it was cooking I prepared a demi-glace reduction with a bit of added red wine and a few crushed cranberries. I then strained it. I was on my own for dinner, and realized that after digging in I wouldn't care for anything else and I didn't. However, I was coming off a fast and ended up getting hungry about 4 hours later and having bacon & eggs, around midnight. On the paleo way, one eats when one is hungry, no matter when. |
“One Man’s Delay Is Another Man’s Disruption”
Legal Issues in Making Contractor Disruption Claims
The relief available for disruption claims is different from delay claims. Delay occurs when an event adversely affects the anticipated period for completing the project. The contractor in a delay claim will therefore be seeking an extension of time (where the construction contract includes an EOT provision) and, where relevant, loss and expense.
In contrast, an event of disruption adversely affects productivity whilst not having an impact on the overall period for completing the project. As a result, a disruption claim is a claim for loss and expense only.
Legal Issues in Making Disruption Claims
Whilst the relief available for disruption differs from delay, it is often difficult to distinguish between an event that will cause, or has caused, delay and an event that has merely disrupted progress.
In the recent English case of McGee Group Ltd v Galliford Try Building Ltd,1 Mr. Justice Coulson described any attempt to distinguish between delay and disruption as “unsustainable”. He said as follows:
“Anyone who has ever put together, argued or been obliged to decide a claim for loss and expense under a building contract, knows that no sensible distinction can be drawn between delay and disruption. One man’s delay is another man’s disruption.
A sub-contractor’s failure to complete a particular part of his work may have an adverse effect on the main contractor, but whether the consequential claim is one for delay or disruption, or a mixture of the two, will depend on a raft of factors: whether or not the delay was on the critical path of the main contract programme, what other sub-contractors were affected and how, if others were also in default etc.
It is impossible to divide up such claims between delay, on the one hand, and disruption, on the other. The proof of that pudding is in the eating…”
1: EWHC 87 (TCC)
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Generic Truvada now available
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A long-awaited generic version of Truvada, used for both HIV treatment and PrEP, went on the market Friday, October 2. But the wholesale cost of the new pill from Teva Pharmaceuticals — about $1,455 — is only a couple hundred dollars less than the brand-name product from Gilead Sciences.
What's more, given the complexities of the American drug pricing and insurance system, some people may find that they have trouble getting coverage for either the generic or the brand-name pills, or they may end up actually paying less for the original product.
"This is a historic day in HIV prevention," said Montica Levy, biomedical HIV prevention coordinator at the San Francisco Department of Public Health's City Clinic. "The change to generic will hopefully eventually usher in an era of easier access to affordable PrEP, but in the short-term, the change could cause confusion for patients and could paradoxically increase their costs and therefore cause patients to stop PrEP."
To that end, the DPH has issued a fact sheet answering frequently asked questions and encouraging PrEP users to seek assistance if they encounter any roadblocks rather than discontinuing PrEP.
"Depending on your insurance situation, you may be charged for your PrEP medication when you go to the pharmacy," the fact sheet reads. "Upon your next visit to the pharmacy to pick up your PrEP, if you face ANY challenges, or if you are charged more than you've been charged in the past, please contact your PrEP provider immediately!"
Most insurance plans operating in California are required by state regulations to start covering PrEP medication and the associated tests and medical services without cost sharing by January 1, 2021, according to the fact sheet. People who are uninsured or have Medi-Cal should not see any changes in PrEP cost.
Price may fall next spring
The federal Food and Drug Administration approved Truvada (tenofovir disoproxil fumarate/emtricitabine) for HIV treatment in 2004 and for PrEP in 2012. Although the TDF component is already off patent, the patent for emtricitabine is not set to expire until next September.
Last year, Gilead announced agreement with Teva to give the Israeli company exclusive rights to sell a generic version of Truvada in the United States a year ahead of schedule. These rights will last for six months, after which other companies may join the market. Generic versions of the combo pill are already available in other countries, sold under names such as Tenof-EM, Tavin-EM, and Ricovir.
While the arrival of generics can lead to dramatic price reductions thanks to increased competition, this does not necessarily happen when only a single generic version is available.
According to Teva, generic Truvada is expected to be available at a wholesale acquisition cost of $48.51 per tablet, which works out to about $1,455 for a 30-day supply. Brand-name Truvada typically sells for around $1,600 to $1,800 per month. Generic versions of TDF/emtricitabine cost about $25 a month in other countries.
Many people do not pay full price for brand-name Truvada because it is covered by commercial insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare. Gilead offers a patient assistance program for low-income people without insurance and a co-pay card to cover out-of-pocket costs for those with private insurance.
Teva is also offering a co-pay card for generic Truvada that will cover $600 worth of out-of-pocket costs for a month's supply. This is the same annual amount as Gilead's co-pay card, though Gilead now sets the benefit at $7,200 per year with no monthly limit, after some people had trouble negotiating insurance deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums.
Generic version is effective
Teva's generic version is as safe and effective as brand-name Truvada.
"A generic medicine is the same as a brand-name medicine in dosage, safety, effectiveness, strength, stability, and quality, as well as in the way it is taken and should be used," although the pills may look different, according to the DPH fact sheet.
People taking either version of Truvada for PrEP must be tested before starting to ensure that they do not already have HIV, and they should receive regular tests for HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and kidney function while using it.
Generic Truvada comes with the same safety concerns, namely decreased kidney function and bone loss. However, studies have shown that Truvada is a safe PrEP option for most people. The drugs in Truvada are also active against hepatitis B, but it is not approved for this indication. People should be tested for hepatitis B before starting Truvada and closely monitored after stopping, as this can lead to liver disease flare-ups.
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Beach Paintings in your home
Paintings are a vital part of decorating and adding interest to your home. We buy an artwork because we fall in love with it, want to add a talking point to our home, set a mood or because the painting has a special meaning for us. Art is a wonderful way to compliment your existing decor and can provide a focal point in a room. If you want to invest in an artwork which will stand the test of time, it might be best to choose a piece which will work in most colour schemes. For a bedroom you may want to choose something which is calming, but for the rest of the house you might want something more fun, eye catching or dramatic. You may want to choose some of the colours of your decor, but there's no need for an exact colour match.
I hope that my beach paintings bring back your enchanted memories of holidays’ past.
A beach painting can add a finishing touch to a room, add a contrasting splash of colour or tone in with our present colour scheme.
Much of my beach art has a joyful theme which I hope portrays my love of beach life.
Grouping your paintings:
Paintings can be framed with a simple, wide frame without glass or mat board and be placed on the wall in an attractive group. It’s best not to hang a small painting on a large wall. It will look better centred between two windows or furniture. Don’t hang your artwork too high, it should be approximately at eye level. If you want an unframed painting to appear larger, you could add a wide mat board and a narrow surround frame. There is no need to frame a stretched canvas unless you have a home filled with antiques.
It is a good idea to have a practice lay-out with pieces of paper on the floor to see the effect. One way to have a balanced look is to have the centers of the paintings in a horizontal line. They can also be placed vertically on the wall with their centers lined up. If the paintings are all the same shape and size, they can be lined up evenly. If you are grouping your pictures, give the most important painting a central position. If you have a large group of paintings, it’s well worth grouping them on the floor first before hanging. A single painting should be placed in the center of the wall if it is above a piece of furniture.
Beach paintings make special and unique gifts that create memories which will last a life time. |
After competing in the reality TV show, The Four: Battle for Stardom, Zhavia went from being an unknown underground music talent in California to a rising star in America with a record deal. But when it comes to Zhavia, her musical talents are not the only things driving the curiosity of fans and observers.
One of the other drivers of Zhavia’s rising popularity is her looks. Her famous dreads have left many wondering about her ethnic background. Her quick rise at a young age has also left many wondering about her family background, searching for pointers to her confidence and talent. To answer these questions, we traced the short but rich history of the young American music star.
Zhavia Ward Is A Gen Z
If it appears that the Gen Z generation is taking over everything, from TikTok to Instagram, that is because they are. Music is not exempted from this creatively expressive generation’s ambitions either. Zhavia, whose first and last names are, Carisa Ward, is a Gen Z. She was born on March 7, 2001.
Her educational background currently remains hidden from the media. However, records have it that she had graduated from high school and is now in college. For now, there are limited details about her childhood years. However, we do know that she grew up in a supportive and musically inclined family that nurtured her talent.
She Appeared On The Four: Battle For Stardom At 17
Even though she did not plan on competing in the reality show, Zhavia managed to go where very few 17-year-olds have been – competing on national television. While recording her music in a studio, she met prospective contestants on The Four: Battle for Stardom, who, having heard her sing, encouraged Zhavia to audition for the show.
After some research on the style of the competition and its judges, she auditioned and secured a spot on the show. The show aired between January 4, 2018, and February 8, 2018. Evvie Mckinney, Candice Boyd, Vincent Cannady were Zhavia’s fellow contestants in the final four. Eventually, Evvie emerged as the winner and Candice took the second runner-up.
Although she did not win, Zhavia impressed judges Sean Combs, DJ Khaled, Meghan Trainor and Charlie Walk with the depth of her pipes. Competing on the show also brought her on to the limelight, paving the way for the next stage of Zhavia’s music dream.
Zhavia Signed a Record Deal Three Months After The Four
It would have been easy for Zhavia’s performance on The Four: Battle for Stardom to go unrequited. Particularly when you consider that she did not win the competition. However, her talent and hard work proved irresistible that she signed a record deal with Columbia Records in May 2018, two months after her 17th birthday.
As part of a welcome gift to the label, she featured in the Deadpool soundtrack hit song, Welcome to the Party, by Lil Pump, Diplo and French Montana, the latter whom she is a massive fan of. Combined with the talents of their artists and her vocals, Welcome to the Party reached #78 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It was her first charting music.
In the same year, she released her debut single, Candlelight, in 2018. The song peaked at #40 on the US Rhythmic chart. She also released other tracks like 100 Ways and Deep Down in the same year. She also got her first award nomination, Breakout Talent Show Star, by Talent Recap Fan Choice Awards.
Her First EP And Music Tour Happened In The Same Year
Her growth and success have been non-stop since she leapt to compete in a national music reality show in 2018. It continued again in 2019 when she released her debut project, an EP dubbed 17. Ace music producers, Hit-Boy and Supa Dups, produced the six-track project named after her momentous age.
Three singles off the project dropped in 2018, and she added another, 17, in 2019. Aside from the EP, she also worked with Zayn Malik, who similarly got his start on a music talent show. The two collaborated to perform a cover of the famous Aladdin song, A Whole New World. They performed the song as part of the soundtrack for the 2019 live-action film version.
The song reached #17 on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 singles chart. It also charted in Australia, Sweden, UK, and Ireland music markets. Aside from the song’s success, Zhavia received her second award nomination and first win for Choice Song From A Movie at the Teen Choice Awards.
Dissecting Zhavia’s Family History
The infancy of Zhavia’s career means we have limited details about her family thus far. However, we have learned enough to know she grew up in a supportive family, especially her mother and sister. Her mother is Bobbi Jo Black, a singer who was a member of the metal band, Xenoterra.
Perhaps to raise Zhavia and her siblings, she traded the wildness of music concerts for the relatively reserved life as a mother and hairstylist. Her expertise are dreadlocks, and Zhavia is her most prominent client.
She has two sisters, one named Poiema Victoria, an Instagram influencer, and another who remains unknown. Zhavia has countlessly mentioned how her sister and mom have supported her through her music career. She also shared her desire to buy her mom a house sometime in November 2017, and she has been supportive of her hair salon, Her Hot Head Dread Shop.
Bobbi is divorced from her husband and lives with her relative alongside her children in Los Angeles, California, USA. So far, Zhavia has never mentioned anything about her Dad. There are little or no records of who he is.
Her Ethnicity Remains A Cause For Debate
For emerging fans of Zhavia, her ethnicity has become a touchy subject. Socially conscious fans are wary of possible cultural appropriation by the singer, whose dreadlocks are renowned among African-Americans.
While she does have Caucasian roots, the lack of her details about her father has made it difficult to establish her exact ethnicity. Certain outlets believe she is part Italian, because of her alleged father’s last name, Vercetti. However, the singer is yet to confirm such speculations, leaving her ethnicity a total mystery. |
By "attempted" I mean I took a wrong turn and accidentally climbed Table Mountain instead. Still a great hike and still awesome views, but I pressed on much further than I would have if I knew where I was. Since I thought I was on the loop, I thought I should keep going, so I kept climbing until the end.
Last year I got a tiny condo much closer to Mt. Baker. In fact, it was across the parking lot from the last restaurant on the road that leads there. That time, I found the trail, but didn't last too long thanks to wildfire smoke.
Managed to at least get a nice time lapse from a spot at the parking lot without the camera getting swiped.
That brings us to this year and this week. My only walk since Thursday was yesterday and my right ankle is very sore and stiff now.
I can never resist posing with stuff like this.
I don't know if I'll walk tomorrow, but I have an early physical therapy appointment in the morning, and leave for my condo on Friday. This time I rented it for two nights because I always have hated having to go straight home after a hike because I'd already checked out. The plan this time was to enjoy the pool and hot tub for a while and then go out to dinner because I have another full night. But now, I'm not attempting the Chain Lakes Loop. It's eight miles and I haven't come anywhere close to that in a while, and a remote mountain trail definitely isn't the place to push it.
There's a short little hike I can try near my condo so I'll bring my stuff, but I think I'll do that really early and spend some time exploring the area. I've been looking at real estate listings up there for a while and have been amazed at the opportunities, but photos online can only show so much. I'll probably also pop by a casino and check out some restaurants. It's a little disappointing that I can't do what I originally set out to, but at least I've got the weekend to enjoy and have some fun. |
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Reunions can be a tough event to plan and coordinate. From securing a venue to making sure everyone receives an invite and RSVP's, there is a lot that happens behind the scenes. Unfortunately, this might cause some of the less-urgent tasks, such as ordering favors and other reunion items, to be overlooked. When planning such a monumental event, makes sure guests leave with memories and favors they will cherish long after the event. Below are some examples of custom reunion items that will make your family or class reunion unique and memorable.
Welcome your guests with a visually-appealing banner that is customized to display your class year or family reunion theme. A custom banner will encourage a feeling of belonging among everyone at the reunion, making them feel comfortable and more likely to communicate and reconnect with others. This will help to make sure your reunion is a success and gives guests a positive impression as soon as they arrive at the event.
Another way to keep the energy levels up and make sure your guests have fun is to have custom games at the reunion. For example, if the reunion is outside, you could set up a Frisbee golf course and get customized Frisbee's to use during the game. Other examples include ring toss, relay competitions and trivia games. Whether it's an outdoor activity or a friendly game of bingo, games can help break the ice and encourage everyone to let loose and have fun. Get creative and customize the game to reflect your class or family reunion theme.
Everyone loves a comfortable, high-quality t-shirt, especially if it displays an organization or event that has given them positive experiences or memories. Custom t-shirts also happen to be one of the longest kept promotional items, often being kept for many years. Have custom t-shirts designed to give away at the reunion so guests can remember the event. This is especially beneficial to schools putting on class reunions. Participants will wear the custom t-shirts around town after the event, allowing you to gain exposure and recognition within the community.
Putting together fun party favors for guests to take home with them is a cost-effective and simple way to express your gratitude and thank them for showing up. When putting together party favors, be sure to include items that they will use in the future. Some popular party favors and reunion items include custom Koozies, travel tumblers, key chains, coffee mugs, lip balm, sunglasses, pens and other stationary items. Top it all off by placing items in a cost-efficient custom tote or bag so your guests can easily carry their items home.
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Homebuilding was strong in December and finished the year up 11.8 percent, while all other construction combined was flat in 2020 — and down 3 percent in the private sector, new Census Bureau figures show.
Construction spending overall last year exceeded $1.4 trillion, up 4.7 percent from the year before, according to the bureau’s latest construction report.
Powered by homebuilding, spending also continued to climb month-over-month. Construction edged up in December at a seasonally adjusted annual estimated rate of $1.49 trillion, up 1 percent from the November revised estimate of $1.47 trillion.
The monthly increase was three times greater for residential construction: The seasonally adjusted annual rate in December was 3.1 percent above the revised November estimate.
Residential construction represented almost half of December’s estimated spending. The annual rate of housing-related construction spending in December was up nearly 21 percent year-over-year.
Private construction of single-family homes made up the biggest slice of the month’s spending at an estimated $365 billion, up 23.5 percent from December 2019. Private spending on multifamily construction was estimated at $91 billion, a year-over-year increase of 18 percent.
The continued increases in spending on home construction comes as the inventory of existing homes for sale reaches a historic low, again, with just over 1 million units on the market. At the pace of sales in December, those homes would be sold in less than two months.
Homebuyer demand shows signs of wavering, which many economists attribute to rising prices. The median home price at the end of 2020 for existing homes was $309,800, up nearly 13 percent from a year earlier.
The Case-Shiller index tracking home prices surged in November, surpassing its previous peak of July 2006. And last week the Mortgage Bankers Association’s weekly survey found that the average size of a home mortgage was nearing $400,000.
Within non-residential construction, the sectors that saw the biggest declines in spending included lodging, down 24 percent in December from the previous December and 14 percent for the year; manufacturing, down 18 percent for the month and 10 percent for the year; and amusement/recreation, off 16 percent and 7 percent.
Spending on public safety — a tiny category — was the only sector that saw a bigger annual percentage increase than residential, with a 42 percent gain to $15 billion. |
By Megan McDonald
It’s an honest-to-jeepers secret! Agent Judy Drewdy units out to unravel the case of the lacking dog whilst a canine-cop-in-training vanishes into skinny air.
Judy Moody is in a temper. A sleuthing, Nancy Drew type of temper. So what’s a WBMS (world’s most sensible secret solver) to do? pass discover a secret, that’s what! and he or she doesn’t need to snoop for lengthy: while Mr. Chips, a cherished crime-dog-in-training, is going lacking, Judy Drewdy and her pals, brokers Dills Pickle (Frank), Spuds Houdini (Rocky), and James Madagascar (Stink) locate themselves smack-dab in the midst of a reallife, scare-your-pants-off whodunit. used to be Mr. Chips stolen via soiled dognappers? And why are chocolate-chip cookies disappearing in every single place city? beware of pink herrings—along with shrewdpermanent references to vintage Nancy Drew mysteries—as Eagle Eye Moody and corporate are sizzling at the case!
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It starts with a small roadside bar, and a man yelling into his phone. “Get me out of here, Dex.” The man is P-Power, celebrity tattoo artist. Poor old P-Power’s been called down to Colombia to correct a neck tattoo on local cartel boss Rico Delgado. “He kills people, for fun!” says P-Power. “What if he doesn’t like my work?”
Lucky for P-Power that’s not a concern. I lure the poor artist out back, choke him out, steal his clothes, and toss him in a dumpster. Dressed as P-Power I head to the mansion, wait patiently for the cartel’s men to frisk me—I don’t need weapons. I take a selfie with Delgado’s wife, follow her into his office, and pick up the tattoo gun.
“Hold still, Rico. I’d hate to stab you in the neck,” I say. I laugh, even though Delgado doesn’t know I’ve made a joke.
And then I stab him in the neck, of course.
First, let’s take a moment to appreciate that Hitman 2 ($60 on Humble) exists. Only a year ago Square Enix offloaded developer IO Interactive, and many a series would’ve ended there. Luckily IO got to keep its beloved costume-wearing assassin and all the work it’d done on a sequel, Warner Bros. stepped in as patron, and the upshot is a sequel to one of 2016’s best games.
“Sequel” is a bit of a stretch, though. As I said at E3, this presumably would’ve been called “Hitman: Season Two” if Square Enix had published it, continuing the episodic release model of the previous game. It follows on directly from the first season’s cliffhanger ending, and those who owned Hitman can even access the first game’s missions inside the Hitman 2 client.
I did that, actually. As part of this review I played all the way through Hitman’s missions again inside the Hitman 2 engine. Paris, Sapienza, Marrakesh, Bangkok, Colorado, Hokkaido—I’ve played through Hitman’s levels a number of times before, but it felt great to dip back into them.
And Hitman 2’s engine upgrades translate into the old missions, which is a neat addition. Most noteworthy is that Agent 47 can now hide in foliage, which makes the Colorado map feel especially different. There are a lot of areas on the farm that were merely set dressing before, but now feel much more tactical.
The other changes are more minor. Agent 47 can use crowds as makeshift cover, a la Assassin’s Creed. Mirrors work like, well, mirrors—which is huge on a technical level, but doesn’t actually factor into most levels in my experience. You can also see where a security camera’s pointed, and there are of course additional weapons and costumes, and the return of the sniper rifle-concealing briefcase.
Playing Hitman’s campaign back-to-back with Hitman 2 mostly cemented my initial impression though: Despite a handful of new features, this is very much more of the same. I vocalized that after E3, but felt especially strong about it this week when the final scene of Hitman rolled right into the prologue of Hitman 2. This is an add-on, six more missions in what seems like a potential trilogy.
It’s a very good add-on though. Hitman 2 features some of the most complicated, ambitious Hitman levels to-date. The prologue here, a beachfront house in Hawke’s Bay, is standard tutorial fare. But afterwards it’s straight into the Miami demo we did at E3 and PAX—which, it turns out, was only half a level. Your secondary target resides in a huge aquarium/defense lab/waterfront area I hadn’t explored yet.
“This is incredibly impressive,” I thought, wandering through the crowds at the track, watching the race cars zoom past, following various threads to their deadly conclusions, then heading over to the aquarium with its own ecosystem of guards and weapons and creative “accidents” to uncover.
Miami is just a hint of what’s to come though. Agent 47’s third mission takes him to Colombia, a sprawl of cartel buildings and drug plantations and jungle cliffs. And then you head to Mumbai, probably the densest and most labyrinthine Hitman level to-date, and your target a man whose identity you don’t even know.
The following missions calm down a bit—one’s a pleasant Vermont suburb, the other a mysterious island. But even then, the density of interaction stays high. Every few feet is another little vignette, another weapon (improvised or otherwise), and another murderous puzzle for Agent 47.
I still feel like some of the so-called solutions are a bit too obvious, or contrived. Hitman 2 desperately wants players to experience Hitman the way it’s “meant” to be experienced, i.e. the creative assassinations, like dressing up as a tattoo artist and stabbing the target, or having an android shoot at its own creator. Blood Money sprinkled these in for the observant or creative player, but Hitman post-2016 practically shoves them in your face even with the guides turned off. Scenes sometimes feel like elaborate stage plays, each cast member waiting for Agent 47 to step in and play his part.
That said, the guides are just the start. Dig into the “Challenges” menu after finishing a mission and you’ll probably be amazed how many contingency plans the developers have predicted. Stuff I didn’t even think was possible, IO’s codified as tests for the creative assassin.
It makes me mourn the loss of the episodic release model, honestly. Hitman is at its best when you learn the map, memorize the AI patterns and exploit them to pull off the perfect mission—and only releasing a single map every month or two gave fans plenty of reason to engage with Hitman on this level.
I fear Hitman 2 won’t inspire the same devotion. Released as a complete package, you can one-and-done every level and simply move on to the next. Sure, IO encourages you to take your time and discover every nook and cranny, but will you? A single end-to-end campaign run takes maybe seven or eight hours (including save-scumming), and while the forthcoming dribble of Elusive Target missions and so forth will hold some people’s attention, I still feel like Hitman 2 might not get the same love and attention as the first did, if only because it won’t stay in people’s lives as long.
That’s not really a knock on Hitman 2 ($60 on Humble) though. IO’s done everything it could to make this a deserving follow-up to 2016’s Hitman. Every target and every assassination feels ripe with possibilities, and even the story—not normally a part of Hitman I care about—goes some interesting places by the end. I’m curious to see how the game evolves in the coming months, but as far as I’m concerned it’s already a pretty fantastic addition to Agent 47’s oeuvre. The time-limited Elusive Targets and other live-game features can only make it better from here.
And hey, you can carry a fish with you as part of your load-out for every single mission. If that doesn’t sound like the ultimate assassination simulation, I don’t know what to tell you.
Hitman 2 doesn't change much from its predecessor, but it didn't need to. These are some of the most entertaining puzzle boxes IO Interactive has ever put together, and the most elaborate as well.
- Plenty of creative assassination opportunities to discover
- Incredibly large and elaborate maps to explore
- Agent 47 is the world's funniest Renaissance Man
- Short, if you're not prone to replaying missions
- Feels pretty similar to its predecessor
- Some "Mission Stories" are a bit too obvious
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The prophet Isaiah reminds people what they are to expect from one who is sent by God. They are to expect a spirit of wisdom and understanding. A spirit of counsel and strength. A spirit of knowledge and reverence for God. They are to expect one who takes delight in obeying God, and doesn’t judge by appearances, or make decisions by hearsay. One who will treat poor people with fairness and uphold the rights of the land’s downtrodden. [Adapted from Isaiah 11:1-4a, Inclusive Language Bible, Priests for Equality]
We are celebrating Christmas because we believe that these traits were present in Jesus. In Jesus’ life and ministry we see these characteristics. We feel that Jesus fulfills this description. And he calls his followers to do the same. His followers are not just to glorify who he is. They are not simply to extol how virtuous, and righteous, and good Jesus is. They are not just to praise how Jesus fulfills God’s intentions.
Those who find themselves on the Christian path are to follow Jesus: To emulate his goodness and values and compassion. They are to embody the Divine Love that is seen in him. Jesus shows us what we, too, are made of.
As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus and all that means, we are also to prepare ourselves to birth the spirit of God in our lives. We are making ready for the spirit of wisdom and understanding, counsel and strength, knowledge and reverence, to take root in us.
People today are prone to be weak. We often lack self discipline. We make explanations and excuses rather than applying inner strength to curb our baser impulses. People routinely spew venom not just on social media but face to face. We need the spirit of God to be born in us today.
As we prepare for the birth of Jesus, we are to be preparing ourselves for the spirit of the Divine to come upon us so that we might take delight in God’s ways and not judge by appearances or make decisions by hearsay.
Think of it – “not judge by appearances.” How many people of color are being judged not by behavior but by appearances? How many people are being judged not by character but by clothing? How many are being judged not by conduct or compassion but by country of origin or accent or religious affiliation or gender identity?
And think of the significance of not making decisions by hearsay in this era of fake news and false testimony and intentional lying and deceit even from the most powerful officials of our land. We are being called to make decisions based on factual information, on actual experience, verifiable evidence not on hearsay. Not on fake news. Not on lies and distortions.
The human impact on global climate change is a fact. The racism in America is based on verifiable evidence. The sexism in the world can be documented with statistics as well as powerful stories. #metoo is about truth telling not hearsay. Be born in us today.
As we prepare for the birth of Jesus, we are preparing ourselves to treat poor people with fairness and uphold the rights of the land’s downtrodden. We don’t see that spirit in the tax law that was passed by Congress this week because it appears to cater to the interests of the rich and send the poor away empty handed. Centuries after Isaiah, the writer of the Magnificat will echo the same sentiments: You have filled the hungry with good things, while you have sent the rich away empty. [Luke 1:53]
As we pray this season, “Be Born in Us Today” we need the words of Isaiah and the writer of the gospel of Luke to remind us just what that kind of birth looks like. It is a radical departure from much of what we see around us just as it was in the days of the prophet and the gospel writer.
May we be open to the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and strength, the spirit that does not judge by appearances or make decisions by hearsay. May we treat poor people with fairness and uphold the right’s of the downtrodden. So may the spirit of God “Be Born in Us Today.” Amen. |
Let me finish tonight with that old one about "There are two kinds of people in the world: those who think there are two kinds of people and those who don't." Well, today there are two kinds of Republicans in this country. Those who are into the "birther" thing and those who aren't.
Check the polls. Roughly half the people who identify themselves as Republicans tell pollsters they think that the President was born in some other country and somehow had his records, newspaper announcements, hospital information, family friends, the whole shebang, forged so he could run for president.
So let's look at the two sides of the Republican party because in an important way they represent the two kinds of Americans.
I think most Americans, Democrat, Independent, Republican, are proud of our country that we could elect Barack Obama president. I believe that. Even people who didn't vote for him were glad to see this country of ours can measure up to its ideals of all men being created equal, that this is the country where you can make it no matter how humble or different your background.
The Republican party, unlike the rest of the country, is, as I said, roughly divided on this issue. It's about even-steven between the people who are happy we can meet up to our ideals of equal opportunity and American exceptionalism and those who just can't deal with the fact that Barack Obama is president, that a guy named Barack Obama is president, that a guy who looks like Barack Obama is president, that a guy whose father was a black African is president. They don't like it. They will never like it - even if the price of gas drops to a buck and unemployment drops to zero.
Tonight I offer two Americans to personify this difference. I offer you the name Michael Bloomberg, who himself personifies the American dream, who created something really great - Bloomberg communications - and became mayor of New York. I offer you the name Franklin Graham, born to a fine name, perhaps the finest father you could have in this country - Billy Graham, born with all the pedigree one could want in this country.
Mike just said the Republicans are "making a big mistake making this a big issue." Mr. Graham has said that Donald Trump is his candidate. No surprise here. He's accused the president of having the "seed" of islam in him, whatever the hell that means. So it's perfect that Trump's his guy. He was riding the "birther" horse long before Trump jumped into the saddle, rode it hard for weeks, then stabled it wet.
As I said, three are two kinds of Republicans, the "birthers" and their ilk like Franklin Graham and those who think like Mike Bloomberg who defend - and cheer - the American ideal. |
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Amanda leads CoveyLaw’s general immigration division. Working with both individuals and business entities, Amanda regularly files O-1 and EB-1 petitions for individuals in music, theater, tv/film, graphic arts, visual arts as well as fashion, among other industries. Amanda also represents national and international corporate clients as well as start-up entities spanning a range of industries (arts, technology, education) in finding the best solutions to their needs including H-1B and L-1 petitions as well as E-2, E-3 and TN applications, among others.
Amanda currently serves as Co-Chair of the New Member Division of the American Immigration Lawyers Association’s New York Chapter and is also a member of the New York City Bar Association. Prior to joining CoveyLaw, Amanda was the Associate Director of Tamizdat Artist Services LLC and also handled immigration matters in her own practice. Amanda holds a J.D. from New York Law School and a B.A. from Randolph-Macon College, and is admitted to the New York Bar as well as the Southern District of New York.
- Nonimmigrant Visa Overview (Alphabet Soup), American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference (San Francisco, 2018)
- Creative O-1s for the Extraordinary, American Immigration Lawyers Association Rome District Chapter Fall Conference (London, 2017)
- U.S. Visas for Performing Artists, Halifax Pop Explosion (Halifax NS, 2017
- Navigating the U.S. Immigration Labyrinth, Arts Northwest (Tacoma WA, 2017)
- O-1/P-1/EB-1, NIW: How Extraordinary Are Your Clients, American Immigration Lawyers Association New York Chapter CLE (New York, 2017)
- Nightlife Clerks: From the Parental Home to Madison Square Garden, Amsterdam Dance Event (Amsterdam, 2016)
- Entrepreneurs & Extraordinary Ability, American Immigration Lawyers Association Rome District Chapter Fall Conference (Amsterdam, 2016)
- Visas for Performing Artists, CMJ Music Marathon (New York, 2014, 2015)
- Immigration Professions, New York City Bar Association (New York, 2013) |
JOHANNESBURG – Investec has announced key leadership changes to its local and global businesses, freeing up Group CEO Stephen Koseff and MD Bernard Kantor to focus on strategy, staff and clients, Koseff told media on Thursday.
“We’ve put in a leadership team to run the Specialist Bank, which is important going forward, allowing Bernard and me to focus on strategy, staff, clients and the overall portfolio of our organisation,” Koseff said via a media conference call shortly after the release of the group’s interim results.
Hendrik du Toit and Steve Elliot have respectively been leading the Asset Management (AM) and Wealth and Investment (WIM) businesses for some time, while Koseff had been head of the Specialist Bank.
On Thursday Investec announced that Ciaran Whelan and David van der Walt have become joint heads of the Specialist Bank. Whelan will focus on private banking and Van der Walt on corporate and institutional banking, while retaining his position as CEO of Investec Bank plc.
In South Africa, Richard Wainwright has been appointed CEO of Investec Bank Limited (a position also formerly held by Koseff) and, together with Glynn Burger, joint geographic head of South Africa.
Hendrik du Toit continues as CEO of Investec Asset Management, while Steve Elliot remains global head of the WIM Business.
Jonathan Wragg and Henry Blumenthal remain responsible for WIM in the UK and South Africa, respectively.
“The issue is to navigate from a founder culture to a corporate culture,” Koseff told Moneyweb in September.
He said on Thursday that the business is well positioned for the future, with a mix of businesses and markets enabling it to deliver strong results despite challenges.
For the six months to September 2015, Investec grew ongoing operating profit (excluding losses on its UK legacy business and the sale of businesses in the UK and Australia) by 16.5% to £315 million (R6.8 billion) – a 22.2% increase on a currency neutral basis.
Results were negatively impacted by the 8.2% depreciation of the average rand:pound sterling exchange rate over the period, Investec said.
Return on equity for the period was at 14.8% on an ongoing basis, in line with the target Investec set some years back, Koseff said.
Most pleasing was the progress made in its Specialist Bank business, he said. The division recorded a 29.1% climb in operating profit to £229.2 million (R4.95 billion), benefiting from a growth in loan books and increased client base.
The South African specialist banking business grew its loan book 9.4% to R199.4 billion, boosting net interest income.
Both the AM and WIM businesses reported profit below the previous period, declining 8% and 0.5% respectively. This was largely as a result of investments into developing digital offerings, international expansion and the hiring of new staff, Koseff said.
WIM’s total funds under management slipped to £43.3 billion (R938.2 billion), from £46.1 billion pounds at March 2015. AM reported total funds under management of £70.1 billion (R1.5 trillion) – a drop from £77.5 billion at March 2015.
The businesses together reported net inflows of £4 billion (R86.4 billion) over the period.
The combined UK and other businesses posted a 37.8% increase in operating profit in pounds sterling, while South Africa grew operating profit 13% in rands.
Impairments on Investec’s UK legacy portfolio reduced by 24.5% to £28.4 million (R613.7 million).
“The UK businesses are starting to deliver on potential. If economic conditions remain favourable, we are comfortable that we will continue on our strong growth trajectory,” Koseff said.
“The South African market is challenging but there remain opportunities in our target market.”
Investec declared a dividend of 9.5 cents per ordinary share, an 11.8% increase on the prior period.
“These are a strong set of results in a volatile half year and off the back of some difficult strategic decisions we made two years ago. Those have all been executed and now we can concentrate on building the business. We feel very confident about where we are at this point in time,” said Koseff. |
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REU vies to stay competitive
HILLSDALE — Pre-hospital emergency medicine care companies across the state are all suffering from similar issues: recruiting and retaining advanced life support talent.
There is a paramedic shortage nearly everywhere as less and less people get into the business as more money can be made in the private sector through manufacturing and elsewhere.
Paramedic wages in the state of Michigan average $16 an hour while some paramedics are lucky enough to work for a municipal fire service as full-time firefighters/paramedics making on average $60,000 a year.
With the shortages, Reading Emergency Unit has had to look at it’s recruitment and retention programs to draw in the talent that can often be the difference between life and death in pre-hospital care.
Dave Slifka, the executive director of Reading Emergency Unit, has been at the forefront of adopting changes to recruit this talent.
Slifka said the ambulance service, which has provided pre-hospital care for 50 years in Hillsdale County, has adjusted wages and reviewed benefits packages to stay competitive.
“We feel a lot better about these than how we did before,” Slifka said. “We can always use more paramedics.”
Slifka said it is the goal of REU to staff three full time 24 hours a day seven days a week advanced life support units and that REU is “slowly inching our way towards that.”
REU has sent out direct mailings to registered paramedics in Michigan and is recruiting in Indiana and Ohio.
The company has also launched an in-house scholarship program where emergency medical technicians can apply for a paramedic program paid for by REU and, if selected, would have to commit to three years of service with the company upon completion.
With two students currently undergoing paramedic schooling with Huron Valley Ambulance, Slifka is confident REU is on the right path to building up its staffing levels to continue to service Hillsdale County.
Paramedics and their basic life support partners are responsible for answering emergency calls for medical emergencies, vehicle crashes, fire standby and transferring patients from Hillsdale Hospital to a higher level of care such as Borgess or Michigan Medicine.
REU maintains three locations with their main offices operating out of the city of Hillsdale with satellite locations in Reading and Litchfield. |
The Rowe Racing crew have been busy bodies over the past month, with preparation underway for the 2019 Manx GP in full swing.
Although there’s been no racing lately due to the winter break, we have been testing at Mount Gambier, Mallala and Tailem Bend.
PIC: Royce and Michael Villani discussing the weather at Mallala
Unfortunately, we’ve had to dodge the showers at each of the tracks but have still managed valuable development on the Ducati. We could always do with more though as frustratingly, all test days were shortened by rain.
PIC: Locky and Brian doing their thing in the garage at Tailem Bend
The only problem encountered was running out of fuel at Tailem Bend on one occasion, which provided Royce with the opportunity to get some exercise, as he had to push the bike 800 metres back to the pits.
PIC: A rare glimpse into the R&D Department, otherwise known as Brian’s potting shed, working on the Ducati.
In other exciting news, starting numbers are out for the ManxGP! As the Isle of Man is a time trial circuit, before the riders even get to start practice they’re assigned a starting position based on previous performances and predicted outcome.
Royce has been assigned number five on the Triumph for the Junior and Senior races, while the Ducati will wear number six in the Lightweight race.
PIC: Royce said, “I’m pretty happy with these numbers as I won’t have heaps of traffic to battle through like I did in my first year when starting at number 58, but I’ll also still have someone to chase, all things going well!”
Royce is now in full training mode and took time out of his busy Zumba schedule to tell us how he’s tracking, “I’m getting more comfortable on the new Duke every time we go out. Although, I’ve found it goes much faster when you’re not pushing it back to the pits!
“I’ve also been in the dance studio and gym with a tailored training program that has been helping me leaps and bounds – just little leaps though, my knees have prematurely aged a bit!
“Due to weather, there potentially could be only one more track day before the crating of the bikes. We could always do with more time to develop the bikes but we should be ready come Manx. Keen as!”
PIC: Cutting some laps on the new-and-improved Ducati (Credit: JGJ Photography)
We hopefully have one or two more chances for testing before crating the bikes in mid-July, as the Manx GP itself kicks-off in mid-August. |
For some, the word “metrics” sends a chill down their spine, especially when it comes to measuring digital marketing performance. In our experience, this typically happens with clients who want to track their online efforts, but simply have no idea where to start, or which metrics to actually measure. For the uninitiated, it can be daunting.
If you fall in this camp, let us immediately put you at ease. Once you start tracking the right metrics, it gets easier over time. And while measuring digital marketing performance you’ll not only determine how effective your efforts are—you’ll also learn when to pivot, all for the sake of generating desired results.
In getting started, it’s important to establish clear-cut goals, create realistic time frames, develop quantifiable outcomes, and then settle on the metrics that make the most sense for your business. Today we’ll discuss 20, which fall into three distinct measurement categories: traffic, conversion, and revenue.
Traffic Measurements to Consider
1. Site Visits
While this is certainly a view from 10,000 feet, tracking total site visits can still give you a pretty good idea of how effective you are at driving traffic to your website. For this metric you should see steady growth; if the number is declining, or too up and down, then it’s time to turn your attention to your channels.
2. Traffic by Channels
If you’re not measuring your channels individually, how can you possibly know which ones are working, and which ones need a new approach? Here are the four channels you should be monitoring:
- Organic Search: This refers to visitors who found your site via a search engine (probably Google).
- Direct Visitors: These are users who know you—they typed your URL in or bookmarked your site previously.
- Referrals: These visitors landed on your site by clicking on an outside link.
- Social Media: These are users who came over from your social media platforms.
3. New Visitors vs. Returning Visitors
Having new visitors means they’re finding you, and hoping you can solve their specific problem with your product or service. But when you have return visitors, that gives you the answer that you want: your content is bringing them back for more. What’s nice about this two-for-one metric is that it tells you which webpages are resonating, and which ones aren’t. Then you can adjust accordingly.
4. Unique Sessions
This metric refers to the number of user interactions on your site within a certain time frame. For example, a session can include page visits, events, or even transactions.
5. Average Session Duration
This is obviously related to the previous metric, but is more focused on how long the sessions are versus how many. It should be fairly obvious: if visitors are having longer sessions, they’re probably interested in the content you’re providing. And once again, the pages with those protracted sessions serve as a compass for your content going forward.
6. Page Views
Though this is a big-picture metric, it’s a helpful one nonetheless. This refers to the number of times a page is loaded in a browser; by measuring this over time you can determine the most valuable pages (and content!) on your site.
7. Most Visited Pages
This takes the previous metric and digs much deeper. By using the “Behaviors” section found in Google Analytics, you can see your most popular pages, and how long visitors are engaging with them.
8. Bounce Rates
While some of the previous metrics tell you what’s working well, this one, unfortunately, is a signal that there’s much work to be done with your site. Though it’s another high-level metric, bounce rates show the visitors who arrive to your site but immediately leave without clicking any deeper into your site. A large number of bounce rates can indicate an isolated issue, such as an ineffective targeting campaign, or a more widespread problem like a lack of compelling content throughout your site.
9. Exit Rates
Exit rates go a step further than bounce rates by telling you exactly which pages visitors are leaving from (this is given as a percentage of all the visitors who visited that specific page). Analyzing this data can be extremely valuable, especially when evaluating your conversion rates. For example, maybe you need to reexamine/revise some CTAs and forms?
10. Mobile Visitors
By now you know that mobile is a different animal, so knowing your user trends can help you optimize accordingly. This includes the amount of mobile traffic, as well as what kinds of devices your visitors prefer. For example, you might discover that certain channels are more effective on mobile than they are on desktop.
Conversion Metrics To Consider
Now we’re getting into the metrics that matter most to your sales team and management: how your website is helping or hurting the bottom line. Conversions come in many forms: a visitor providing an email address for an offer, subscribing to your email list, or, better yet, an actual purchase. When you consider that the goal of inbound marketing is to support your sales funnel, this metric will tell you, definitively, where you stand. For many, a lack of consistent conversions indicates that a website redesign might be in order to update the content and design of your existing site.
Now we take a closer look at conversions at the campaign or channel level. Maybe you’re pushing out an offer for a white paper in exchange for contact info, but you’re losing the visitor on the landing page. While it’s not ideal, now that you know exactly where you’re failing within the funnel, you can update your CTA, all of the content, or even the design. And don’t think it’s only about identifying failures—sometimes it’s about turbocharging a channel or campaign that’s already performing admirably.
Conversion Funnel Rates
While your conversion processes vary, how you measure them really shouldn’t. By knowing how far visitors make it through the steps of a specific process, you can gauge success or failure and make the necessary tweaks for improvement. Better yet, it turns you into Nostradamus: you’ll start noticing (or accurately predicting!) trends and/or behaviors that you can take into account.
This metric is important for your efforts around email marketing and pay-per-click ads. Successful CTRs can boost your relevance score—and lower your cost per click via Adwords, too.
New Visitor vs. Returning Visitor Conversions
New visitors and returning visitors have completely separate experiences on your website. Understanding their unique behaviors can help you lower bounce rates and bump up your return visitor numbers—and potentially your conversions as well.
Cost Per Conversion
No matter the product or service you offer, this metric is critical since it’s directly tied to your ROI. For example, a high conversion rate on a campaign is less meaningful if there’s a higher cost to convert.
Lead to Close Ratio
A measurement of sales effectiveness, the math on this metric is fairly straightforward: simply divide your leads by the numbers of sales. Whether the rates are high or low, it’s all data that shines a light on your digital marketing ROI.
Revenue Metrics to Consider
Value Per Visit
Value per visit is tough to track—and somewhat subjective—but it gives you valuable intel about your visitors’ value-added actions. Interactions like Facebook shares and blog comments show how visitors are connecting with the content on your site, and can validate or discredit aspects of your digital marketing strategy.
Cost Per Acquisition
We’ve finally reached a metric that shows an actual sale! Cost per acquisition is important because it gives you a bigger picture of overall digital marketing performance, telling you exactly how much you had to spend to get a visitor to click that magic “Buy” button on your website.
Overall Return on Investment
If you’re a marketing director, this is probably the metric your boss cares about most. Here’s the good news: if you’re tracking many of the preceding metrics, measuring this will be much easier. Again, ROI plays a role throughout your digital marketing efforts, and you can look at it on a micro and macro basis to gauge success.
Believe it or not, there are other metrics. However, if you’re just getting started, take a deep breath and build a good foundation. Once you master tracking one metric, move on to the next one. Then, before you know it, you’ll have all the data you could possibly need to take your digital marketing performance to the next level.
Diona is a managing partner at Knowmad. Her areas of expertise include digital marketing strategy, project management, brand management, search engine optimization (SEO), pay per click advertising, inbound marketing, content marketing, conversion rate optimization, social media marketing and website design. |
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Many of what we owe are the things we ate in ignorance! Just like Jacob and Esau. Birthright has a future maturity date but Pottage has a present value. Desperation is the mother of cheap exchange of the birthright for the pottage. Birthright is invisible but priceless but pottage is visible for a known cost. If only we would delay gratification for the pursuit of vision. Your vision is your birthright but your pottage is your ambition.
African economics is not to surprised at, why? Just like Jacob they love without wisdom who negotiated for an unknown spouse with his future earnings. The Asian tigers think in training and hustle for African market. Remember both have population and intellectual power but priorities and lifestyle differs. China builds technological power and export technological expertise & product for both foreign exchange in two dimensions. Consultancy fees and export income. Africans import and refuse to build or permit expertise, hence capital flight becomes inevitable!
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A year ago, On the recruitment table for a Film Academy, i asked a 21years standing Dr of theater Arts what his minimum acceptable earning will be for the job and he said N100,000 per month regular and some possible allowances where possible. I began to wonder in all these years in the university he never wrote a script to be produced? His student are star actors and actresses? Couldn’t he have partnered to boost his economic power?
The street smart always exchange their wisdom for the intellectuals! intellectuals work with ideas but politicians work with economic networks. Politicians hustle for contract and contact professors & experts to deliver the job at a token. Until the expert leaves his tent library to get the contract, he will make only a little margin never have a voice!
You can change your state if only you will make THINKING and HUSTLING a 2016 project. Begin to plot your graphs now and change your economic power!
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I also wanted to be smart about my purchase and not rush. We are faced with so many decisions on any given day. Anyway, I started looking at three brands: Honda, Volkswagen and Audi. Kia was in the running but quickly fell off. I thought about SUV’S just to help with command and respect on the road. But, my SUV taste is much more expensive than my car taste. Additionally, I thought that tinted windows help, mileage under 100,000 Km and 2014 or newer. As I was looking this week, I found several Audi’s at Elite Motors that I really liked.
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Reflecting their intolerance for opposing views, pro-abortion vandals in Chicago spray painted a pro-life billboard put up by Chicago-based Pro-Life Action League.
Last week, the Pro-Life Action League held a "Face the Truth" tour stop at Fullerton and Ashland in Chicago. When we…
In response to the vandalism, Sarah Minnich, Students for Life’s Regional Coordinator in Chicago stated, “The vandalism by the intolerant Left is just another example of how pro-lifers are being targeted by violent extremists.”
She added, “Pro-lifers have a right to express their point of view. Unfortunately, the rhetoric towards pro-lifers have become heated, leading to pro-choicers believing their violence is justified.”
Live Action News noted, “This latest vandalism is just one of many recent attacks against the pro-life message. A pro-life pregnancy center in Austin, Texas was vandalized in August with the words ‘liars’ and ‘fake clinic’ spray painted on the building. In May, the Right to Life of Michigan Wayne County Educational Resource Center was vandalized with the words “hands off” spray-painted on the front of the building and additional spray paint on the back of the building.”
This idea is not new to us at Students for Life.
For example, at a recent speech as part of her “Lies Feminists Tell” speaking tour, a Western Washington University student justified the burning of Kristan Hawkins’ speaking tour banner by saying she could do “whatever the f*** they want to do”, in defense of her pro-abortion views (it’s unclear if she was the one who burned the banner herself, though.) She then went on to deny all objective morality.
**WARNING: EXPLICIT**Rude student curses her way through a flimsy argument that there is no right or wrong.
Posted by Students for Life of America on Sunday, July 14, 2019 |
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Patrick started acting in 2013. He has played principal roles in several plays, numerous short and student films, and features. He has also played lead characters in several commercials, and was an extra in a Derek Jeter tribute commercial which aired during Jeter's retirement ceremony.
Patrick is excited about helping to develop, and playing MURPHY, DEREK’s Step-Father. He believes that the magical chemistry THE CREW Cast has is going to breathe life into the Series.
1. Murphy grew up in New Jersey in a family of NYPD cops. He became one, taking the George Washington bridge to all the boroughs of New York City, ending up on patrol in the poorest neighborhoods. He didn't have any stomach for promotions, and what that took. Besides, Murphy kept meeting different kinds of people who were interesting.
2. Murphy's heroes growing up were cops and soldiers -- in real life and on the big screen. A hero was someone who shows courage, honor, kindness, and sacrifice. That's who Murphy wanted to be.
3. Murphy grew up among men, his father and brothers (his mother having died when he was a baby). They taught him to look sharp all the time. Out of uniform, Murphy's uniform was slacks, leather jacket, polished shoes, expensive watch, and a gold chain around his neck.
4. Murphy followed his uncle, who had taught him how to play bagpipes, and joined the NYPD Pipes and Drums. It was a happy thing to do, playing pipes at parades. It was a honorable thing to do, playing pipes at a fellow cop's funeral. And then Murphy bought a big Harley hog to be part of the motorcycle rallies his brothers like to participate in.
5. Murphy got on with all his brothers in blue, but increasingly -- over the years -- he became uncomfortable with how some of the white cops talked about other people (some of those cops his friends). But Murphy stayed silent or tried to change the subject to sports or grumbling about management.
6. On Septemer 29, 2013, Murphy participated with other cops in a motorcycle rally called 'Hollywood's Block Party'. Riding in a group on the Henry Hudson Parkway, Murphy saw a cop participate in the infamous beating of Alexian Lien. Murphy kept silent about what he saw, but after that he didn't want to be a cop anymore. He stored the hog in the garage.
7. Murphy was now miserable and lonely being a cop. But he didn't know what else to be. Then one day on a shift in Brooklyn he ate dinner at a diner and his waitress made him laugh. He didn't know why, but it felt important. Murphy started visiting the restaurant when he was off duty. He didn't think the waitress could be interested in him -- she was Latina and maybe ten years younger. But when he finally asked her out, she accepted.
8. She became Murphy's girlfriend, and though he had dated before, this was something different. It turned out she was carrying a lot of sadness. Since her husband had been killed, it had been hard raising her son DEREK. He was a lot like his dead father, and that wasn't such a good thing. Murphy listened to her, and she was able to cry. And then Murphy was able to talk to her, and he cried -- and he wasn't ashamed.
9. Only after they had been dating over a year and Murphy had proposed to her, did his new fiance feel ready to introduce Murphy to her son. It was also that Derek himself has a positive new direction in life. Derek has stumbled into a career as a film Grip. Suddenly his mother can imagine her son living a life on his own. So why can't she start her life again with Murphy?
Almost defiantly (because she is full of guilt) she introduces Murphy to her son. It is then Murphy discovers his fiance has kept her relationship with Murphy secret from Derek (talk about awkward!).
Murphy can understand why Derek is pissed, but believes Derek will get over it when he sees how good he, Murphy, is for Derek's lonely mother.
10. They marry, despite objections from her son and Murphy's own family, and she moves to New Jersey. Her son
declares hard love and that his mother is dead to him until she moves back home to Brooklyn (without Murphy) to honor anew his father's memory.
His mother is as stubborn as her son. She tells Murphy she will only be happy if Murphy can win Derek over and get him to visit them in New Jersey.
11. Though Murphy finds Derek to be spoiled and childish, he chews back his own anger and impatience. Murphy starts staking out Derek in Brooklyn, determined to get him to talk and bring him to visit his mother.
12. Derek can only see Murphy as a cop -- one of those who never cared enough to find his Papi's murderer, and now has taken his Mami away. Though Murphy is no longer an active duty cop (he still plays with the Pipes band), he still has cop quirks:
a) Keeps hands in pockets (when an undercover he kept a gun in his pocket).
b) Can be a little touchy feel-ly with guys (from being the 'good' cop who’s ready to pat you on shoulder or give a hand up, while also patting you down).
c) Is very punctual. Looks at watch a lot to be exact about time.
d) When getting ready to pounce -- or needing to hold himself back -- puts his tongue between upper lip and teeth and chews on it.
e) Constantly looking over his shoulder.
13. One good things comes out of Murphy's frustrated pursuit of Derek in Brooklyn. He runs into a cop he use to work with who is excited about the week of extra work he just did -- playing a cop! -- on a big film production. It is an Eureka moment for Murphy. That's what he'll be, an actor!
10. Favorite Movies
SHINDLER'S LIST (1993)
Saving Private Ryan (1998) |
Rustic Barn Celebration…
Today we have a gorgeous, woodland themed wedding to share with you, brought to us by one of our awesome photographers, Assassynation.
Simple, rustic and full of personalised, homemade details, Maddy & Alex really made it their own. Oh and that bespoke Liliia dress – stunning!
Name of the couple: Maddy & Alex
Venue: Monks Barn, Hurley
Maddy & Alex…
Tell us how you met…
We actually met online! Neither of us had ever been on a dating sight before yet we both felt ‘compelled’ to join up to this particular site on a chilly day in October 2015. Alex was the first message I received in my mailbox. I wasn’t particularly impressed by the simplicity of the message “Hi, how are you?” but clearly there was something there to draw me in further! We began chatting and instantly struck up a connection. Two weeks later we went on our first date for coffee in my local town. Two coffees, a walk by the river and dinner later we were on our way to being an official couple.
What were your main hopes for the day…
When we first started discussing the type of wedding we wanted we realised we were on opposite ends of the spectrum – Alex would have been more than happy with a simple registry office with minimal guests whereas I wanted something where we could celebrate with all of our friends and family… and where I could feel a bit like a princess for the day! In the end we agreed on a rustic woodland theme and kept to a relatively small budget considering the size of our guest list which we kept to a minimum but still came out at 105 people (big families!). We decided to throw out all of the typical conventions and plan a wedding that was ‘us’. Alex wanted not much to do with it (events aren’t his forte) so he gave me a list of his requirements (which were pretty much ‘Hog Roast’ and ‘No hats or fascinators’) and I set to work with making the rest of it fall in to place.
What was your favourite part of the day…
I really loved the speeches, Alex, Marcus (best man) and my Dad had all written really excellent speeches, they were funny, sweet and had everyone involved. I particularly loved my dads, as when he was putting each page of his speech down after reading it he kept on setting the sheets alight on the candles! This was particularly hilarious as he was the designated fire marshal for our wedding!!
I just loved the day as a whole, being surrounded by our closest friends and family was really magical. Knowing that everyone is there for you and to wish you well in your marriage is so special.
How was your day unique…
I don’t feel our wedding was particularly unique or cutting edge but it was completely right for us and our family and friends. It was a relaxed chilled out day with LOADS of personal details which made it all the more special. Having our three year-old daughter involved in the ceremony was really special. She helped tie the knots around our hands during the hand fasting part of the ceremony.
What was your budget…
£10,000 (actual spend was more like £11,000)
What was your biggest expense…
Photography! I’m a photographer myself and I really value the cost of decent photography.
We also splashed out on having a videographer, Frank, who created a sweet three minute video along to one of our favourite songs. It’s a lovely keepsake.
Another big expenditure that was well worth it was hiring Rosemary to be our officiant. She composed the whole wedding and made it so personal to us. She coped really well with my lack of organization and made the whole ceremony amazing. She really made me feel at ease and was so personal compared to a standard council registrar.
How did you save money…
Oh my goodness I tried to save on everything! I wasn’t prepared to compromise on the overall look of the wedding so I had to find lots of clever ways to brings costs down. We didn’t bother with wedding cars and just used our own which saved a small fortune, we didn’t use table linen and instead used paper table cloths with 2m lengths of hessian as runners, we used builders scrim as chair bows costing about £20, my dress was custom made by the talented Liliia and absolutely stunning yet was far cheaper than any I had seen in the bridal shops, our bridesmaids dresses were from Singapore and were 50% of the cost of ones over here, the guys wore separate shirts, waistcoats and trousers which were pretty cheap but looked really effective (primark trousers for £8? Yes please!), producing our own candy bar instead of serving desserts saved a lot of money also. We also opted to return home instead of spending money on a hotel as it made much more sense to us to begin married life in our own home.
What was it like working with your photographer…
I booked Sassy way before I had the venue or even the date of the wedding! Alex and I both agreed that we couldn’t see the point in spending so much money on other items if they weren’t going to be captured properly. I’m so happy with our decision as we have some truly stunning photographs to remember our day by. The day itself went by so quickly and the photographs have helped us to remember each little detail.
Any advice to couples about to get married…
Definitely spend a good portion of your budget on photography, you’ll only regret it if you don’t. Photographers don’t come cheap (and it’s for good reason! The hours involved, the kit, the talent, the post-production etc) if you can’t afford an amazing photographer for the whole day then pay for a few hours of really amazing photography rather than a whole day of mediocre photography. Also make sure you get on with your photographer as they will be with you the whole day! Sassy became a friend and a valued confidant!
Consider going unplugged! We banned any social media postings from our wedding and as a result the majority of our guests kept their phones away for the day and were all fully present. We also have some beautiful photographs from our photographer without camera screens blocking the way and got to share our first professional photos on social media before any half-closed eye, blurry shots were posted by guests.
Organise the day so that you can let go and truly enjoy every moment! Designate specific people who you can trust for jobs and to keep an eye on things so that you and your partner can enjoy each other and the day properly.
Lastly, if you can, find a husband or wife who LOVES wedding planning…it might be easier haha!
Some wise words there…Congratulations guys, and a big thanks to Assassynation for sharing with us!
Videographer: Frank Miller
Officiant: Rosemary Ceremonies
Bride’s Dress: Liliia
Bride’s Shoes: Melissa by Vivienne Westwood
Bride’s Headpiece: Flowers chosen from the markets in London, created by Stemtation Flowers
Bride’s Jewellery: Necklace – Tiffany
Make Up: Fabio Sarra
Groom’s Attire: An eclectic mix of Topman, Primark and Asos with some workboots thrown in for good measure!
Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Daintyard
Cake: Made by Alex’s Auntie, Dawn.
Flowers: New Covent Garden Flower Markets, arranged by Maddy’s Mum.
Stationary: Designed by Maddy
Lighting: Oak Wood Events
Hog Roast: Gabriel Machin |
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The introduction of the cloud has changed the way individuals and businesses store their data and communicate with each other.
Now not only can businesses avoid housing large, bulky filing cabinets full of physical files in their offices, they don’t even need on site server storage capabilities.
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Often misunderstood, the cloud is actually a simple concept. It is simply a system of offsite servers are used by organizations to store digital files and media. The servers are managed by a hosting company and individuals and organizations buy or rent digital space from them.
When an individual stores their music or photos on the cloud, that information is stored on an offsite server rather than on their personal device. On the other hand a business may use the cloud to store essential documents and data.
The hosting company is responsible for the upkeep of the servers and makes sure that their users have constant access to their information.
How Has the Cloud Changed the Way We Do Business in Philadelphia?
The cloud has changed the way companies do business in Pennsylvania. Some of the benefits of using the cloud to store business information are:
- Scalability: only pay for the amount of storage you use
- Increased security: hosting companies take extreme measures to keep all data secure
- Natural disaster protection: servers are backed up often
- Remote access: anyone in the company can log in and access information from anywhere
- Easy file sharing: one document hosted offsite can be accessed by anyone granted access
- Reduced power/maintenance costs: you don’t have to pay for server maintenance or energy use
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VPN services give a layer of stability over the Internet that can make conducting protected transactions attainable. This is why it is so well-liked with firms. Quite often, VPN companies are utilized by personnel positioned in remote areas or who are quickly out of the office to accessibility resources on a personal LAN. https://privatnostonline.com/kako-skinuti-spotify-hrvatska/ are normally paid out ones. There are also totally free providers that offer you anonymity, which is a element of VPN providers. While VPN solutions do anonymize Net browsing for the person, the free of charge services have their adherents.
Free of charge Companies
Most likely the very best-recognized anonymizing provider among the cost-free choices is TOR. This program employs a network of volunteered connections to anonymize your IP deal with when you go to internet sites or use other assets. This is a popular resolution for those who only require anonymous browsing once in a even though. You can do a good job of obscuring your IP address but, provided ample talent and the time and resources to make use of that talent, your IP address can be tracked back again to you.
There are other cost-free companies out there, as nicely, but they do lack some of the principal positive aspects of compensated VPN. Specifically for organizations, paid VPN services have some considerable positive aspects that can’t be very easily disregarded.
If you are switching from a cost-free VPN services to a compensated VPN service, the initial improvement you’ll very likely discover is velocity. Paid out VPN services compete partially on the basis of how fast their servers can get their customers to webpages, so they do are inclined to be fairly quickly. Cost-free services, including TOR, can be agonizingly slow at times. Additionally, even though individuals free providers may possibly obscure your IP deal with, they don’t automatically encrypt any of the visitors amongst you and your spot server, which is a considerable problem for enterprise end users.
Paid out solutions also have the gain of there becoming an accountable get together in the occasion that anything goes incorrect. For businesses, this is a necessity. It’s truly impossible to use a totally free service for business functions due to the fact of the deficiency of technological support and the lack of a company that can offer assistance if the solution turns out to be possessed of 1 issue or yet another. If a cost-free service fails, of training course, you will find no way to get your money back and there is certainly really no person that you can hold responsible for the failure in any regard.
Overall, paid companies are typically much better VPN choices for businesses and folks. The primary advantage is that there is a business guiding the provider and, for that reason, there is certainly somebody to phone and question if you have a query. The free providers do have some rewards. For instance, if you only want a VPN network or an anonymous IP address every single as soon as in a wonderful although, it might not be well worth your even though to pay for VPN solutions. Other than that, nevertheless, the benefits of the paid solutions are considerable sufficient that they constitute the only practical choices for organization customers and for individuals who frequently want anonymity and stability. |
AMP has launched new advice business, AMP Advice, with a focus on making goals-based advice more accessible to Australian clients.
The advice business, which launched yesterday, followed a two-year period of building the model, and testing it with advisers and customers. It came after AMP listed "piloting new advice models" as one of its priorities in August 2014.
AMP Group executive advice and banking, Rob Caprioli, said the new business came about in a bid to make it easier for advisers to provide goals-based advice to clients amid an ageing Australian demographic, longer life spans, and the rise of technology.
AMP Advice customers would have access to AMP's Goals Explorer technology and a goals coach, where they could choose from 29 goals identified by AMP as being the most popular goals.
"From our customers' perspective not surprisingly they don't wake up in the morning thinking about superannuation and insurance," Caprioli said.
"What they wake up in the morning thinking about is how do I put my kids through school, how do I buy a home or how do I pay off my home, how do I go about travelling the world, how do I when the time comes be okay in retirement."
The business would also have access to My Money Style, where customers can complete applications to reveal their behaviour with money and risk, and Advice Explorer scenario modelling where advisers and customers could develop lifestyle and financial plans together to achieve goals.
AMP Advice would sit alongside AMP's existing licensing network including Charter, Hillross and AMP Financial Planning, all three of which would continue to operate under their existing brands and structures.
There were currently 11 AMP Advice practices located around Australia, with a further 20 to 30 expected to be operational before the end of the year. This would equate to around 160 advisers operating under AMP Advice.
AMP's salaried employed advice business, ipac is moving to the AMP Advice model, with five locations now operating under the business, and the rest poised to transition in due course. The other six practices were from Charter and AMP Financial Planning.
AMP's network of advisers had the choice to transition to AMP Advice if they wished, Caprioli said. |
PhotoBookGirl.com is officially 1 year old today and to celebrate I’ve arranged to give you some gifts! We’re really lucky to have MyPhotoCreations once again sponsoring another awesome giveaway!
There will be 8 winners and the prize total is worth nearly $800.00!
Eight (8) very lucky Photobookgirl.com readers will be randomly drawn to win one (1) of the following MyPhotoCreations prizes:
One (1) 20-page 8×8 black leather Anza Flush Mount Photo Album
(two (2) prizes available valued at $249.99 each!)
One (1) 20-page 10×10 lay flat Ashbury Photo Book
(two (2) prizes available valued at $89.99 each!)
One (1) 12×18 Top Bound Photo Calendar w/customizable dates and photos
(four (4) prizes available valued at $19.99 each!)
You may recall last fall I created my first flush mount album with MyPhotoCreations and gave 8 amazing prizes away. The folks at MyPhotoCreations loved the enthusiastic response from Photobookgirl.com readers so much so that they provided me with 8 more prizes and a complimentary 10×10 Ashbury book to review. The Ashbury book is printed on
real photo archival 110 lb. cover paper and comes in a glossy or matte finish.
I’ve also been hearing a lot from brides lately, drooling over high end flush mount photo albums – well, I was dying to tell you all about this upcoming opportunity to win your very own flush mount, but I wanted to keep it a surprise. This is your chance!
The free software is downloaded from the MyPhotoCreations site and is very easy to use. I’ve also noticed a new software feature which I’ll tell you about when my Ashbury book is delivered.
In the meantime, you can find my software review here along with my flush mount review.
Here are some shots of my Anza flush mount album (wedding photos by Second Print Productions):
For more information, visit MyPhotoCreations to check out what you could win!
You have 6 possible ways to enter. The first one is REQUIRED and the rest are optional.
***REQUIRED ENTRY – POST A COMMENT BELOW: What do you love about photo books?***
For EACH additional entry to count, you have to COMMENT ON THIS POST below with a separate comment for EACH entry, telling me what type of entry you did. But make sure to do the REQUIRED ENTRY or the optional ones will not count!
Additional optional entries:
- Subscribe to my new newsletter on the right AND tell me in the comment below that you subscribed and the name you subscribed under (first name is fine). If you already subscribe to my newsletter, tell me in your comment and give me your name. (Please remember for it to count, you must confirm the subscription);
- “Like” me on Facebook (if you are already a fan, or become a new fan, tell me your Facebook name in the comment form);
- “Like” MyPhotoCreations on Facebook (if you are already a fan, or become a fan, tell me your Facebook name in the comment form);
- Comment on any post (other than this one) or on any other page on my site (sorry, posting on Facebook doesn’t count). Let me know which post you commented on by telling me in a comment below. (Limit to two (2) entries using this method.);
- Follow me on Twitter AND tweet about this giveaway. (COUNTS AS ONE ENTRY). Copy/paste this: MyPhotoCreations Giveaway! Win 1 of 2 Flush Mount Albums – $249 value & 6 other prizes! Ends 3/7 @photobookgirl Pls RT! http://bit.ly/h1wRmH (Tweet as much as you like, but only 1 tweet per day will count as an entry. Comment below by pasting a link to your tweet.)
- Blog about this giveaway on your blog. Be sure to comment on this post with a link to your blog post (Counts as 3 entries!)
P.S. Don’t forget to do the REQUIRED ENTRY!
This giveaway is open to U.S. and Canadian residents only, 18 or older. Void where prohibited. Void in Quebec. Entries must be received by 3/7/2011, at 11:59pm CST and any entries not in accordance with the rules will be disqualified at our sole discretion. Winning entry will be chosen using Random.org. After compiling the results, I will announce the winner thereafter and will email the winner. The winner will have 24 hours to respond or I will redraw another entry. Canadian winners may be asked to answer a skill question to be eligible, to comply with Canadian laws. Disclosure. Winner pays for shipping. For illustration purposes, standard shipping for the 8×8 Anza was $6.99.
1) Upon notification and confirmation of winners, all prizes must be made and ordered by 11:59pm PST March 28, 2011;
2) As the redemption code process has not been finalized on the MyPhotoCreation’s site yet, winners will be required to place the order for their winning prize and pay for the prize using their own credit card. An e-mail for a specific point person at MyPhotoCreations will be provided and your credit card will be immediately reimbursed by the company. This has been done several times without issue.
3) I did not receive any compensation for my review nor do I receive a commission for any orders readers may place with MyPhotoCreations. Other than the complimentary book provided for review purposes and the prizes to give away to readers, I have no affiliation with the company and all opinions are my own.
Best of luck to everyone!
By the way, you should definitely check out MyPhotoCreations – I’m finalizing the details on a great promo that everyone can take advantage of! |
ScarySauce Resource Pack for Minecraft 1.16.5/1.15.2/1.14.4
The moment you hear of ScarySauce Resource Pack 1.16.5/1.15.2/1.14.4 as the name given to this texture pack, you will begin to really imagine how scary it can be. The truth is that it is the opposite of its name due to the features which it has as well as what it has been designed to do in the world of minecraft. It is a resource pack which has been around the block for some years now and has been getting some updates every now and then.
Most minecraft players ignore items and other blocks as they embark on their adventure. These are items that may be of little importance but there is no doubt that they all contribute towards making the game outstanding. ScarySauce Resource Pack takes note of these items and ensure that they are improved on in terms of their appearances. Chisel stone bricks as well as mobs are also improved on as they look outstanding.
It gets a regular update on these items and this is the reason why most minecraft players refer to this pack as one of the most detailed packs in the game of minecraft. This is due to its ability to pay serious attention to lesser and unnoticeable items.
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ScarySauce Resource Pack 1.16 Installation
This guide will explain how to install ScarySauce Resource Pack for Minecraft 1.12 and older versions. All download links can be find below.
Open the shaders pack folder and place the zippered shaders file in your shaderpacks folder
Select the shaders you installed.
If you do not like this resource pack and want to try another, I recommend you “”which was also updated to Minecraft 1.11 and is very beautiful.
Note: If your minecraft “Crash” initializing a resource pack means you did something wrong, or your computer does not fulfill the minimum requirements. Check the version of your OptiFine, and see if really OptiFine is running with your minecraft, also recommend seeing your version of Java, it updates often and it is essential to have minecraft with the power graph at most.
Note²: If you are still having problems to download or install the file, do not hesitate to ask for help in the comments below, we will respond in less than 24 hours.
Download ScarySauce Resource Pack for Minecraft
“All Resource Packs (Texture Packs) on this site are posted on third party sites, or were not hosted by us, we keep the original download link created by the creator, follow the download links below. If the version that you want to download is not listed in the download links below, visit the official ScarySauce Resource Pack Minecraft Thread. If you were still not able to find the right version for you, please leave us a comment and we will be providing the download link.”
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Who doesn’t love a penguin?
This delightful new series – narrated by David Tennant – films penguins closer than some of them have ever been seen before.
It’s another ground-breaking series from John Downer, the man who invented Boulder Cam and who showed us the world from a bird’s eye view in his last series, Earthflight.
This time, Penguin Cam uses some very sophisticated robotics to film three different penguin species in three very different environments.
There are the famous emperor penguins in Antarctica, but also the lesser known Humboldt penguins in the arid Atacama desert of Peru.
Best of all are the irrepressible rockhopper penguins who, for reasons best known to themselves have decided the best place to lay their eggs is at the top of a 100 metre cliff.
Watching these plucky little birds mountaineering their way through crashing waves and then bouncing to their breeding ground looking like they’re taking part in a giant sack race is guaranteed to put a huge smile on your face.
Brilliantly, although the penguins face blizzards, crevasses, vampire bats and angry sea lions, not a single penguin dies.
Not in this edited version, anyway, so you can let your kids watch this without worrying they’re going to suddenly ask you, “Mummy, why is that penguin lying down? Is he tired?” before bursting into tears.
Instead, there’s a moving story of an emperor penguin who loses all his friends (and then finds them again) and comedy as one Penguin Cam gets chatted up and then attacked by a jealous rival.
Utterly flipping brilliant.
Penguins: Spy in the Huddle. BBC1, 9pm
“I still think you’re going to miss this when you’re growing carrots and watching Countdown,” Lewis’s boss DCS Innocent sighs tonight.
She’s addressing her comments to Robbie Lewis, but could just as easily be talking to Kevin Whately, whose decision to take some time out means this is the last ever episode of Lewis (probably).
Last week, Robbie told protege James Hathaway (Laurence Fox) that he might be ready to step up to Inspector but by the end of this episode we find he is on a different track altogether.
Before that though, the concluding half of their final murder investigation continues in true Lewis style, by getting increasingly complicated.
We already had one dead biochemist, crushed by a Mark II Jaguar – very Inspector Morse – and now we’ve got a skeleton in a college attic.
There are a handful of suspects and witnesses who include Alison Steadman as Martha, Miranda Raison and Laurence Fox’s own uncle Edward.
And how fitting that Lewis ends with a nod to the final scene of Morse which fans are sure to appreciate.
Lewis, ITV1, 9pm |
XCOM-like tactical adventure game Mutant Year Zero will be launching on XBOX Game Pass on December 4
Funcom annouced today that Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden, the tactical adventure game combining real-time exploration with XCOM-like turn-based tactical combat, will be launching December 4th on XBOX Game Pass. The game will also be available on both PC and PlayStation 4 the same day and is now available for pre-order on both these platforms.
Players pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition on PC via buy.mutantyearzero.com will now also get instant access to a demo version that includes the first 2-4 hours of the game.
Funcom today also released a brand-new gameplay video from the game, where Producer Mike Parker takes viewers through the Scraplands, an area from the game never shown before. Watch how he uses stealth to his advantage in the tactical gameplay, tipping the odds in his favor, before taking on the boss and his henchmen.
“We are absolutely thrilled about bringing Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden to XBOX Game Pass,” says Rui Casais, CEO of Funcom. “This is certainly not your standard console game and we think that XBOX Game Pass subscribers will find a unique and highly entertaining experience with Mutant Year Zero that they might not have discovered otherwise. We are very happy with the XBOX version of the game and the whole team is excited about Game Pass allowing us to reach an even wider audience on the console.”
The game is developed by a team made up of former HITMAN and PAYDAY lead developers. Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden have been collecting both awards and praise from press who have gotten hands-on time with the game. The game was revealed earlier this year and the reveal CGI trailer made the game’s unique anthropomorphic characters “go viral”. Based on the Swedish pen and paper RPG Mutant, the game puts you in the hooves of Bormin the boar and the webbed feet of Dux the duck as they explore a post-human Earth.
Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is developed by The Bearded Ladies and published by Funcom. For more information, please visit the official website at www.mutantyearzero.com. |
Auctions on ebay, with typos or misspellings in title or summary no one can locate with regular search. Our typo search knows and searches for exactly these
mispelledmisspelled words in public auctions. Thereby you have the possibility to find a little-noticed misspelled thing with just a few quotes at an inexpensive price.
You can narrow the results of typographical errors even further by clicking within the search results the appropriate category on the left.
Then you will just see the spelling mistakes on eBay from this category.
Exceptionally big varieties of eBay sellers introduce silly spelling mistakes right into their public auction listings when placing them on ebay.
Every day, as a result of these reckless blunders, hundreds of misspelled ebay items simply don't offer since they can't be located using ebay's own integrated search tools.
Due to the fact that they are harder to locate these Auction Typos usually draw in fewer bids as well as they sell for reduced rates compared to properly meant products (if they sell at all).
As an outcome of this truth you can either use these ebay misspellings to obtain yourself a real bargain or you can take the item that you acquired cheaply, relist it correctly and make a revenue from a person elses reckless error.
Typo Bargains is a brand new start-up website designed around the premise of giving you access to Ebay listings which may features, well, typos and misspellings. These listings with Ebay misspelled words in the titles aren't often featured in normal searches, and as such, they don't get a lot - if any - bids. This equates to particularly valuable deals all over EBay's massive website that simply haven't been accessible... until now.
So, that you're fully able to understand just what we're talking about, today we'll take a look at just how Typo Bargains works, how their search options are set up, and what the exact benefits of using their service is. Let's get started.
The process is incredibly simple, and very easy to understand. You do not have to be a technological whiz, or a great understanding of either computers or the internet to make use of Typo Bargain's website. We can break the process down in a short step by step process like this:
To get results which are more defined or strictly catered to your specific search needs, you can also try the advanced search options. This will help you to garner a more stricter compilation of Ebay misspelled listings, although the exact results will depend on which search options you have decided to use. Let's go ahead and take a look at those search options now.
The default search setting on Typo Bargains is a basic typo search, which allows you to look for the most common typos in the titled you typed into the search bar, without any restrictions or limitations. You are also able to access an advanced search option by clicking the little down arrow on the far right hand side of the search bar. Here you are able to search for products based on a number of factors, which include: minimum price, maximum price, category, what order you would like your results presented to you, the type of auctions to be included in your search, and 'how to search.'
How to search includes four multiple choice options. The first option is to include only listings with typos, with the second item to include only items without typos. Alternatively, you can search for items both with or without typos in the title, which is what would be the most highly recommended option as it presents you with the most options. The final option is to search for the most watched items, so you can see what is currently trending.
You can also access a categories search which will allow you to browse through the most popular categories on Ebay, or a live search which gives you a comprehensive listing of the most popularly search typo items at that exact moment. Both of these options are particularly useful in figuring out what is or is not currently trending on Ebay.
There are a number of benefits associated with the use of Typo Bargains. Just a few of these impressive benefits include:
18 spring crafts for kids of all ages
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Joann fabric and crafts retailer files for an IPO
The fabric and crafts retailer Joann said Tuesday that it had filed a registration statement to issue an initial public offering of stock, becoming ...
Crafts the kids will love
Karimah Henry is the creator of the blog "Crafting a Fun Life.” She shared three crafts sure to keep little hands busy.
East Lyme freshman class crafts up unique fundraiser while supporting peers
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Rolls-Royce Crafts a Custom-Built Phantom Inspired by a Koa Wood Rocking Chair
Rolls-Royce has unveiled a bespoke Koa Wood Phantom Extended meticulously custom-built for Jack Boyd Smith Jr. — owner of the JBS Collection — inspired by a Koa wood rocking chair that’s been within ...
Award-Winning Purple Ladybug Toys and Crafts Make Incredible Easter Gifts
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Crown Crafts, Inc. Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For Next Year
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Crown Crafts Names Craig Demarest Chief Financial Officer
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Stitch Pitch: Fabric And Crafts Retailer JOANN Files For IPO
Crafts retailer JOANN, which saw its sales jump during the pandemic, has filed plans for an initial stock offering.
Fabric and crafts retailer JOANN files for an estimated $400 million IPO
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Valentines Day is almost upon us & leave it to the blogging world to bring us all these fantastic ideas to cherish the iconic conversation heart.
I have rounded up for you….
some learning activities (including a new one from me too) & crafts, some fun décor, some gifting treats, and of course SOME SWEETS!!
- Funfetti conversation heart Rice Krispies – She Knows
- Conversation Heart Whipped Cream – Smart School House
- Conversation Heart Cheesecakes – Hungry Happenings
- DIY Conversation Heart Cakes – Studio DIY
- Heart Cookie Pops – The Tomkat Studio
- Homemade Valentine’s Day Mints – Busy Mommy
- Mini Conversation Hearts Cupcakes – The Baking Robot
- Strawberries & Cream Cake – Gimme Some Oven
- Printable Valentine – I Heart Naptime
- DIY Conversation Heart Piñatas – Studio DIY
- Candy Heart Printable – Sew Craft Create
- Conversation Heart Garland – Twinkie Chan
Some gifting DIY…
- Box Labels for Valentine Conversation Hearts – U-Create Crafts
- DIY Love Heart Crayons – Capture By Lucy
- DIY Heart Candy Gift Tags – Fellow Fellow
- Valentine Cupcake Treat – Uncommon Designs
And some learning & crafts…
- Salt Dough Conversation Hearts – Sandy Toes And Popsicles
- Conversation Heart Tree Art – Happiness Is Homemade
- Conversation Heart Sensory Paint – Frogs, Snails, And Puppy Dog Tails
- Patterning as a Valentine’s Day Activity – Hands On As We Grow (via Pre-Kinders)
- Candy Heart Rings – Blue Moss Girls
- Dinner Conversation Hearts – No Time For Flash Cards
- Conversation Heart Letter Tracing – Playdough To Plato
- Conversation Heart B-I-N-G-O – Say Not Sweet Anne
And I had to throw in a heart graphing printable of my own too!! It’s pretty self explanatory :) I used the Sweethearts candies, which includes hearts in six colors; yellow, purple, orange, green, pink, & blue. Just have the kiddos count out how many colors of each heart is in their individual box, then have them color the corresponding squares in that row of how many they have, and then have them total the colors at the bottom. A fun math & candy exercise!!
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Angelite Properties & Meaning
Introduction to Angelite
Angelite is a form of Anhydrite. It is essentially a dehydrated form of gypsum with light blue coloring. It is still a relatively rare gemstone, as it was only discovered in 1794. You will sometimes see it referred to as compressed Celestine; they are very similarly colored, but they are formed of different minerals and have different metaphysical properties.
Interestingly, this rock is highly reactive to water. If exposed to water over a long period of time, it will "rehydrate" into gypsum. Baking it in a 200-degree oven for a few hours will convert it back to Angelite. We were a bit skeptical of this claim. We tested it out, leaving a piece in water for 3 weeks, and the rock actually started to develop a white crust around the outside. Probably not something you want to try, but a fun fact to know about your stones!
Angelite is closely associated with Aquarius. Those born under this sign can use the stone to overcome stubbornness and be more open to other opinions.
Angelite is best known for its gentle energy, as well as its ability to magnify quiet strength and acceptance.
When you're in a bad situation or feeling overwhelmed, hold on to the stone and let the crystal calm your thoughts and energies.
Its ties to the throat chakra make it an excellent stone to overcome issues with communicating and expressing yourself in group settings and relationships. Angelite encourages you to accept others' opinions while staying true to your own.
Use your Angelite when you need a fresh perspective. It is also helpful to have with you when you need to respond to others with greater empathy. This crystal is also useful when you are studying metaphysical or mathematical concepts; it will increase your understanding and grasp of the concepts.
Wear a piece as jewelry in group settings to boost confidence in your communication skills.
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Adult people who smoke also need to be conscious that lots of the e-cigs offered in c-stores and fuel stations are very high nicotine. In reality, the proliferation of 50mg nicotine e-cigs is believed to be the foundation trigger for middle and highschool student’s attraction to vaping.
In young people, the amount of nicotine needed to determine an dependancy has been estimated at around 5 mg a day, or roughly one-quarter of an e-cigarette pod. Nicotine is an addictive substance, however its level of addictiveness can differ considerably relying on its mode of delivery. Nicotine delivered by the combustion of tobacco is the most addictive kind. The rise in reputation of e-cigarettes that may ship levels of nicotine just like flamable cigarettes is causing concern concerning the potential danger for habit. A latest and strong analysis literature evaluate of e-cigarette well being effects discovered that use of these merchandise has been associated with elevated odds of persistent cough, phlegm and bronchitis, in addition to asthma diagnoses.
Can Vaping Help People Give Up Smoking?
The program first launched in January 2019, created with enter from teens, college college students and young adults who’ve tried to, or successfully, give up e-cigarettes. A nationally consultant survey in 2016 found that amongst youth and younger grownup e-cigarette users aged 13-25, more than half (55.9%) used one other tobacco product along with e-cigarettes. Dual use of e-cigarettes and cigarettes is highly widespread amongst youth and young adults.
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Many young e-cigarette users do not know what is in the merchandise they are using. A latest examine found that 99% of all e-cigarette merchandise sold at convenience shops, supermarkets and related shops include nicotine. Yet, many younger individuals aren’t aware that the merchandise they use, like JUUL, contain nicotine.
- Since vapor doesn’t comprise tobacco and does not involve combustion, users may keep away from several dangerous constituents usually present in tobacco smoke, similar to ash, tar, and carbon monoxide.
- Data concerning their use consists of four randomized controlled trials and a number of person surveys, case reports, and cohort studies.
- There is tentative proof they may assist individuals stop smoking.
- The available research on the efficacy of e-cigarette use for smoking cessation is proscribed.
- However, e-cigarette use with or with out nicotine cannot be considered threat-free as a result of the long-term results of e-cigarette use are unknown.
- Vaping does not greatly increase the percentages Smok Novo 2 of quitting smoking.
In truth, a 2018 Truth Initiative study showed that just about two-thirds of JUUL customers aged were not conscious the product at all times incorporates nicotine. The current outbreak of vaping related lung injuries additionally supports caution with respect to e-cigarettes. At minimum, this outbreak dramatically demonstrates the hazards of an unregulated market in inhaled substances with no premarket evaluation for client safety. When e-cigarettes first began getting into the market around 2007, some gadgets have been designed to resemble regular cigarettes, while others seemed more like cigars, pipes, pens and even USB flash drives. While many e-cig batteries are not slicing it for newbie vapers, our e-cig batteries are designed to simulate a four.2-volt output every puff. The consistency leads to a full and satisfying vapor every time.
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Joan Harrison Ceo, born Aug. 13, 1935, died Jan. 7, 2015, in her 80th year, at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston. Was operated on for pancreatic cancer on Oct. 10, 2014, at Massachusetts General Hospital. She died of a heart attack.
Joan was the third child of Frank Harrison and Mabel Tysver Harrison, in Washington D.C. Older siblings were Byron Harrison and Mary Louise Murphey (both deceased). Married to Joseph Ceo Aug. 1961 in D.C. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. She was an honors graduate of Catholic University of America, D.C., where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, with a Bachelor of Music degree in 1959. Joan began study of the harp at age 8 with William Cameron of the U.S. Navy band and later with Sylvia Meyer of the National Symphony. She undertook special studies with Carlos Salzedo, internationally renowned harpist, in Camden, Maine.
Joan was a professional harpist who had a considerable career in classical music. She performed in the National Symphony of Washington D.C. on a State Dept sponsored tour of Central and South America in 1959. Subsequently she performed with Symphony Orchestras in Baltimore, Orlando, Lexington and Hartford. She also played the Connecticut Opera with notables Pavarotti & Bocelli and was principal harpist with the Hartford Symphony for 29 years, retiring in 2007. Joan also played as principal harpist with the Washington Ballet Orchestra in multiple productions of the Nutcracker Ballet (1974-2009) in several theaters in Washington D.C.
Joan was the harp professor at the University of Kentucky, URI, RIC and Salve Regina in Rhode Island, and Wellesley College in Mass. She performed numerous concerts with husband Joe in the U.S. and in Norway, Italy, England and Germany. She was also The Chorus of Westerly harpist for 50 years including Twelfth Night for 35 years.
Besides husband Joseph, she is survived by Stephen Harrison, nephew, of Silver Spring Md. and wife Lisa Harrison; Nancy Wood, niece, of Rockville, Md. and husband David; Lisa Murphey, niece, of Memphis, Tenn.; and Lowell Murphey, nephew, of Quantico, Va.
Joan was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Westerly, R.I., where she served on the Vestry and the Arts Commission.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, Jan. 16 at the Buckler Johnson Funeral Home in Westerly, R.I. from 4-7 p.m. Funeral services will held at Christ Episcopal Church, Westerly, R.I. at 2 p.m. on Jan. 17. A private interment will be held on Jan. 20 at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter R.I. at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Church, 7 Broad St, Westerly R.I. 02891.
Published in The Westerly Sun from Jan. 14 to Feb. 4, 2015. |
It’s a simple mistake to make – eating someone’s beloved pets. It could happen to anyone, even in the depths of Subnautica, as one unfortunate player discovered.
Thinking of diving in? Make sure you are not out of your depth with our Subnautica guide.
Twitter user Indoor Snowman revealed that, while they were playing underwater, creepfest Subnautica, they found one of the game’s many time capsules.
Time capsules are containers that players can put items into alongside a customised message. These capsules can then be found by other players in-game, with the finder being able to keep the time capsule’s contents.
Unfortunately, Indoor Snowman did not realise time capsules contain a message when they stumbled upon one full of fish.
in subnautica, when players leave the planet, they can leave a time capsule of items for other players. i found one full of fish and i just thought “lame” and ate them all. going through my pda i realized the capsules come with messages and i discovered this. pic.twitter.com/PGQxFDNJYQ
— Indoor Snowman (@indoorsnowman) February 4, 2018
That’s right, Indoor Snowman ate someone’s cherished pet fish. Every last one.
Other Twitter users were horrified by the admission, justifiably branding Indoor Snowman a monster.
I’m disappointed in both of you pic.twitter.com/lpUbh0wB9l
— Dissy (@SkyTheDoctor7) February 5, 2018
— LolaVega85 (@LolaVega85) February 5, 2018
— JDubb (@JDubbTV) February 5, 2018
Don’t worry, though. Time capsules can appear in several player’s games and it seems at least one person did right by Oswald, Martha, Greg, Sarah, Peter and Harry.
To those playing #Subnautica I got the sweetest Time Capsule on my stream today. It held the fish friends of it’s previous owner. Peter, Oswald, Greg, Martha, Sarah, and Harry are safe with me. Thank you! I wish I knew who you were!#FindTheOriginalFishDaddy! @Subnautica
— Rekutsko (@Rekutsko) January 31, 2018 |
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I'm Sasha and have been working with Goddiva as part of my work experience for the past 2 weeks. I am this weeks guest blogger! I like many other people am a huge Cheryl Cole fan. Her love life has been flooding the headlines of all the magazines over the UK, ensuring the public are aware of her recent love life troubles. The paparazzi seem to be so interested in the small minor details of her life and try to cram as much gossip in as possible to feed the public what they want. At 28 she is probably one of the most successful women of her age.
Cheryl hasnt always had it easy. She grew up in a rough council estate, not living on much money, and her mother depended on her modelling and dancing to bring in money for the family. Looking at her and Ashleys new £2million pad in LA it is clear that her life has been turned around by her fame. However, the media storm that erupted since her near death experience with malaria, her divorce with Ashley and her recent redundancy from the US X factor has not been easy for her.
Cheryl looking glam even in a tracksuit!
Despite all of this she always seems to wow the public with her latest clothing and frequent changes in her hairstyles. Even when she was going through her various dramas she still managed to look gorgeous in anything she wore, even a tracksuit (and this is hard to achieve considering she had malaria). Considering everything going on in her life she always manages to keep up to date with all the latest trends, and even sets her own to boot! Her hairstyles (fishtail plait) and her fresh summer look (blonde bob) have become a celebrity phenomenon.
Cheryl's different hairstyles- she's not afraid to experiment!
She has become an idol for many young girls and even Tulisa (new X Factor judge) is trying to impress the public as much as Cheryl did. Cheryl stole the show in X Factor in her continually stylish outfits, and personally I think she began the maxi dress trend - the hottest summer buy for 2011!
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Training at Fort Benning in Georgia continues despite a COVID-19 outbreak that infected nearly a quarter of the recruits in two of its training battalions at the beginning of June.
At the end of May, one cohort of 640 Fort Benning recruits -- all of whom had completed COVID-19 screening measures and tested negative prior to training operations -- reported a 22 percent infection rate just one week into training. While all 640 were COVID-negative when training operations began, 142 would test positive a week later. So, a total of 22 days after arriving at Benning, 142 of the 640 tested positive for the virus.
The high infection rate so soon after training began called into question the mitigation measures currently in place at the new recruit hub. All recruits are tested for COVID-19 upon arrival at Fort Benning. Then, regardless of testing results, all recruits go through a 14-day isolation and quarantine period. After those two weeks, training operations begin.
The testing, screening and quarantining process failed to prevent nearly a quarter of the new recruit class from contracting COVID-19. But three weeks later, that process remains unchanged, training continues and the Army is quickly headed towards becoming the branch with the most COVID-19 infections.
“The Maneuver Center of Excellence and Fort Benning continue to place health and safety of our soldiers, civilians and their families as our highest priority,” Fort Benning spokesperson Ben Garrett said in an emailed statement. “We are taking proactive steps to remind our personnel to adhere to the guidance outlined by the Center for Disease Control and the Defense Health Agency to help mitigate the spreading of illness like COVID-19.”
Fort Benning is providing clean bed space, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, linens and shower curtains to soldiers at the installation, Garrett said. The fort has “ample resources and supplies for life support,” and barracks spaces are being sanitized and disinfected regularly, he said.
Fort Benning public affairs did not respond to inquiries regarding the current recovery rates of the infected troops, infection rates within the larger Fort Benning population, what percentage of the population had been tested for COVID-19, or whether they had identified the origin of the outbreak within the infected soldiers. |
After ‘experimenting’ with the ‘Full View’ device craze back in January with the launch of the Camon CM, Tecno Mobile is back with a proper update to the flagship Camons of last year.
Say Hello to the newly launched Tecno Camon X.
- Network: 2G / 3G / 4G
- Display: 6 inches, IPS LCD Touchscreen display — (720 x 1440 pixels)
- Software: Android version 8.1 (Oreo)
- Processor: 2.0 GHz Octa-core CPU (-)
- Memory: 3GB RAM | 16/32GB ROM
- Cameras: Front — 20 MP (dual-LED flash) | Rear — 16 MP (quad-LED flash)
- Battery: 3750 mAh
Software, Design, Display
Like we’ve come to expect from them, the Tecno Camon X is a dual SIM Android device which has support for LTE and runs on the Oreo flavor of the operating system experienced through Tecno’s proprietary custom User Interface, HiOS.
From the specs, the device would have a very slim profile, sport a polycarbonate build and can be picked up in any of Gold, Blue or Black colors.
The display on the Camon X is a 6 inch IPS LCD Touch display having a 720 by 1440p resolution and a resulting pixel density of about 268 pixels per inch.
From the display’s resolution, you can see that the device features the in-vogue ‘full view’ display (18:9 aspect ratio).
Protection-wise, the Camon X has just a 2.5D glass atop the display
Performance, Hardware, Cameras
The Tecno Camon X, by virtue of its chipset, is an Octa-core device with a CPU clock speed of 2.0 GHz and the device features 3GB of RAM to handle concurrently running applications.
Memory-wise, there’s a 16GB model and a 32GB model. The memory of whichever model you end up picking, however, can be further extended by means of a microSD card (capacities up to 128GB).
The Cameras are generally the main selling point of the Camon series of devices and Tecno is promising (and touting) amazing performance in this regard.
The front-facing shooter of the Tecno Camon X is a 20-megapixel lens which has a dual-LED supporting flashlight to the side for lighting in dark environments.
The rear cam, position to the top edge of the device, is a 16 MP lens having double the amount of LED flashlights in front (4!).
Keeping the device alive is a relatively massive 3750 mAh non-removable Li-Ion battery which, according to Tecno, supports fast charging.
Finally, for security the Tecno Camon X can be unlocked using either the usual Fingerprint reader (positioned at the back) or “Face ID”, using the front-facing camera.
“Face ID” in this context is not to be confused with the wonky “Iris Scanner” introduce by Tecno in the Camon C9 two years ago. This one appears to be well thought out and while still not perfect, leagues ahead of the marketing gimmick ‘Iris Scanning’ on the C9 was.
Tecno Camon X Price in Nigeria
|Online Stores||From ₦58,000|
|Offline Stores||From ₦58,900|
Tecno Camon X Full Device Specifications
Here are the full essential details about the device…
Network and Software
|Operating System||Android version 8.1 (Oreo)|
Design and Display
|Dimensions||158.6 x 76.8 x 5.2 mm|
|Colors||Champagne Gold, City Blue, Midnight Black|
|Display Size||6 inches|
|Display Type||IPS LCD Touchscreen|
|Display Resolution||720 x 1440 pixels|
|Display Protection||2.5D Glass|
Performance and Hardware
|Processor Type||2.0 GHz Octa-core CPU|
|SD Card Support||Yes (up to 128GB)|
|Front Camera||20 MP (dual-LED flash)|
|Rear Camera||16 MP (quad-LED flash)|
|Battery Capacity||3750 mAh|
Connectivity and Multimedia
|WiFi||Yes (802.11 a/b/g/n)|
|Extras||Tecno HiOS, Face Unlock| |
Alfred Morris RSP Evaluation – I grade on a 100-point scale. Morris received an 89 on my scale when I watched him play Auburn last year. An 89 is an immediate starter grade. I only watched one game and was reticent to rank him higher than 20th among backs because I didn’t get to see a strong sample size. However, I think you’ll find the details about what I saw commensurate with what you’re seeing from him in Washington.
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There’s a true urgency for Rice to stay north south on almost all of these runs. He’s not the fastest back, but his quickness and singular focus to continue moving forward is unusual. When he does change direction it’s usually a double move where he feints in one direction and the dip or cut back to a down hill path. He’s the best north south runner in the game and one of my five favorite players in football.
Free Fantasy Throwdown Tournament! – This game is easy to learn, competitive as all get out, and addictive. Signup to play – no strings attached (I don’t advertise that kind of stuff). Challenge me (my login is ‘matt’).
On the Couch Podcast– Sigmund Bloom invites Rotoworld’s Evan Silva and me over to his padded cell for a seat on his couch for some talk therapy on Cam Newton, Brandon Lloyd, and Bloom’s vaunted “eye test,” and word association. Great having Silva join Bloom, he’s terrific fantasy football resource in digital media.
Futures: UCLA RB Jonathan Franklin – My Football Outsiders column profiles the intelligent running of a back who gets angry with his coaches when they don’t let him get reps with special teams. That’s the kind of football player NFL organizations will covet.
The Beautiful Occupation – Adrian, one of my fantasy football readers, and among the recently converted to the RSP blog, is a citizen of the world:
I’ve [tended bar] in the Greek Islands, worked on a catamaran off the East Coast of Australia, waited tables in London (and Chicago), taught a little English in Guatemala, Cambodia & Vietnam, and also spent my fair share of time in SE Asia funding my travels by buying and selling Thai & Burmese handicrafts. Although I do have a college degree, I am positive that I’m a wiser and more educated fella because of my time spent traveling the world.
Adrian lives life and shares it in this excellent travel blog. The photography is fantastic and I recommend you follow him, his partner Ashlie, and their pursuits around the world.
The Money-Empathy Gap – My colleague Chet Gresham linked to this New York piece on the scientific research behind this phenomenon. This article by Lisa Miller is the must read of the week if you ask me.
Ask a Banker: What Do Investment Bankers Actually Do? Matt Levine is the editor of the business site DealBreaker.com and he writes about his former profession in plain language. I got interested in this topic while writing a magazine article about students preparing to enter Wall Street through the investment-banking track.
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