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This sounds familiar: a movie about a man hunting down his wife's killer while suffering from a mysterious form of amnesia is coming to theaters.
Yup, director Christopher Nolan's breakthrough film Memento is getting the remake treatment. AMBI Pictures announced that it will finance and produce a new version of the 2000 film that starred Guy Pearce as a man suffering from anterograde amnesia, which prevents him from forming new memories, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The film's unique storytelling—one storyline was told in reverse order while another was chronological—earned Nolan widespread critical acclaim upon release.
The company earned the rights to remake the movie after acquiring Exclusive Media Group, whose library also boasts films such as Donnie Darko and Cruel Intentions.
"Memento is a masterpiece that leaves audiences guessing not just throughout the film, but long after as well, which is a testament to its daring approach." AMBI Pictures co-head Monika Bacardi said in a statement. "We intend to stay true to Christopher Nolan's vision and deliver a memorable movie that is every bit as edgy, iconic and award-worthy as the original."


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BBNaija's Bambam "goes back to secondary school"
By Temitope Ojo
Former BBNaija housemate, Bamike Olawunmi pupularly known as Bambam is ready to show another talent that she has as she is presently on a movie set.
The 29-year- old took to her Instagram page to post a stunning picture of her in a secondary school uniform. Though the title and other details of the movie is not yet fully revealed, she however wrote:
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#ExploreYourCountry - Experience the tranquility of St. Francis Bay
The quaint and serene town of St. Francis Bay can easily be assumed to be one of the Eastern Cape's best-kept secrets, with its distance from the province's capital, one can hardly hear the horns of the cars and maritime ships.
Home to just over 2000 people, St. Francis Bay is a simple fishing town that popular for its canal, its architectural black and white styled homes, and its most popular characteristic - their white gold (aka calamari). Although the town is small, there is still a lot to experience and explore.
Apart from their fishery business, St. Francis is home to the luxury and very popular St. Francis Links - a golf course that was designed by former professional golfer Jack Nicklaus and is used by golfers both inside and outside of the country.
After the large fire of 2012 which destroyed a total of 76 homes, the bay has rebuilt itself quite remarkably and continues to attract a wide amount of tourists to its shores - which features the occasional pod of dolphin deep in the ocean. Along with the golf course, visitors are given the opportunity to go on hiking trails near the port of St. Francis, where visitors get to see Khoisan fish traps, whales, bushbucks and other wildlife and flora.
Being a port town, St. Francis Bay is very well known for its occasional sightings of whales and penguins in Bluewater Bay, two marine species that the town has tried to protect with the threat of climate change and overfishing affecting both populations. The town was another popular destination for surfers, who may know the bay's waves as Bruce's Beauties (based on the surfing film - The Endless Summer - directed by Bruce Brown) at Seal Point.
St. Francis Bay is a destination that is perfect for the traveller that seeks to get away from the bustling city life, or the traveller who desires to interact with Bruce's Beauties, or for the traveller who simply wants to marvel at the natural beauty that the town has to offer. It really is one of Eastern Cape's best-kept secret.IOL


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Avoiding a senior leadership team "hot spot"
I've worked with many Senior Leadership teams over the years. They face some unique challenges and tend to exhibit a few common teamwork "hot spots" that, if not addressed, can flame up and burn the team.
This blog post is triggered by a question I received during a recent webinar on Building a Culture of Collaboration. During the webinar, and in a prior blog post, I described the Seven C's of Teamwork – the key drivers of team effectiveness. These Seven C's manifest themselves a bit differently in Senior Leadership Teams (SLTs) than in other teams due to the nature of SLTs.
Let's take a look at one common hot spot. If you work with or are a member of a leadership team, you've almost certainly seen this one before. But by taking the right steps, it can be avoided.
Each member of a senior leadership team is also typically a leader of his or her own team, and often has responsibility for specific business functions or units. While they need to work together for the better of the company, they can easily get hyper-focused on delivering expected results for their own area of responsibility. As a result, they often operate more like a wrestling team (each focused on winning their own match which hopefully adds up to a team win) and less like a football team (understanding each team member's role and coordinating to win as a team).
Lack of role clarity – A senior leadership team hot spot
Here is a troubling but common SLT scenario.
- Larry will be giving a presentation today to the rest of the SLT on a new initiative he expects to launch next quarter. He thinks the presentation is mainly to update the team on what he is planning. After all, the initiative falls under "his" business area.
- Bob, one of the other SLT members, saw the agenda and thought, "Why is Larry presenting this? It has nothing to do with my business. It's a waste of our time. I hope he is quick."
- Francesca, who runs one of the other key business units, assumes that Larry is seeking feedback from the SLT – and she has a lot of ideas to "help" Larry.
- Meanwhile, Ricardo, the CEO is planning to make a go/no-go decision about the initiative today.
What is likely to happen during this meeting?
Is this scenario a rare event? Based on my experience, it occurs quite frequently and is an example of a classic "Cognition" gap (one of the 7 Cs). Senior leadership teams are prone to a lack of role clarity. In fact, research shows that they often don't even agree about who is on the team! The current scenario involves a lack of decision clarity. Here's what is likely to happen...
- Bob gets bored and a little annoyed that Francesca is prolonging this unnecessary discussion by asking a lot of questions. He starts checking his email.
- Larry gets angry with Francesca for "sticking her nose where it doesn't belong. Just wait until it is her turn to present."
- Francesca is surprised by Larry's defensiveness. "If he didn't want our input, why did he present to us the first place?"
- Ricardo concludes that Larry and Francesca can't work well together and wonders "why isn't Bob weighing in" on this important initiative. He also wonders why Larry isn't providing enough information for him to make an informed decision.
- Larry feels blind-sided when Ricardo says he'll decide whether the initiative should proceed after he receives more information about it.
Due to the lack of role clarity associated with this presentation, the reputations of a few team members were tarnished (in the eyes of the CEO) and the level of trust among team members declined. Of course, none of this was stated out loud – just mentally filed away, adversely affecting future collaboration. And research shows that the level of cooperation exhibited within a SLT is likely to permeate the entire organization.
How to put out this "hot spot" before it flames up
It is easy to falsely assume that other team members share a common understanding about roles, in particular about roles associated with decisions. We've found that being more explicit about underlying assumptions can pay big dividends. Here are five tips to help avoid the scenario above:
- Triage the issue before the meeting. Triage is a medical term that refers to assessing the relative urgency for treating patients. For a SLT, it can help to triage issues explicitly. How important is this issue, and as a result, how much time should we allocate and how deeply should we discuss this as a team?
- Decide if the SLT should be involved. Based on your triage, and your general governance guidelines, decide if this really needs to come to the SLT. Perhaps it is best handled by two SLT members off line, or in a one-on-one discussion with the CEO, or by a single SLT member.
- Specify the intent of the presentation. Be crystal clear about the intent of any briefing or discussion. Is it to inform, seek input, or make a decision? Some leadership teams state this explicitly in the meeting agendas. It may also help to communicate ahead of time when (and why) a "deep dive" is merited, so people are mentally prepared.
- Be clear about who owns the final decision. For example, is it an SLT member, the team as a whole, or the leader of the team?
- Periodically reflect on prior issues that made it to the SLT. Did we triage it effectively? Should it have come to the team or been addressed off line? Were we clear about the intent of the presentation? Were we clear about who would make the decision? In hindsight, should we have done anything differently?
When a Senior Leadership Team works together effectively they make better decisions and send a subtle, positive message about collaboration to the organization. So it's worth spending a little time to clarify roles and decisions to avoid this risky "hot spot."


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Jörn W. Mundt: Tourism and Sustainable Development. Reconsidering a Concept of Vague Policies. Berlin: ESV; 205 S.; 39,95 €
Sustainability is a central term in today`s political rhetoric. At the same time, sustainable development is one of the notions which mainly base on an intuitive public understanding and mark ideas almost nobody would deny. Thus, even in scientific discourse and particularly in tourism the term 'sustainability' is often being used without scrutiny.
This volume by Jörn W. Mundt contributes to a deeper understanding of the concept of sustainability by
- providing a closer look at the original definition and
- reviewing its conceptual history which helps to untangle the terminological confusion.
Finally, the book demonstrates that 'sustainable tourism' cannot be a political objective in its own right and is only achievable within the context of an overall sustainable economy.
An interdisciplinary and overarching critique of the modern concept of sustainability and its application to tourism!
"Mundt provides a fascinating, powerfully argued and extremely readable account which (…) convincingly challenges current thinking about sustainable development."
"Tourism academics have for many years ignored the context of the theories and approaches of tourism within other discipline areas; this book has provided this well."
"Provocative in nature, the text offers a well argued critique of the field of sustainable tourism policy, while the historical commentary and situating sustainable tourism within a wider context of the problematized field of sustainability science is also of value. … [T]his text presents a critique of tourism and its relationship with sustainable development that is both engaging and necessary, making a valuable contribution to the field by encouraging tourism academics to look beyond its ramparts, though it is perhaps not for those wanting to remain within the confines of a comfortable tourism academic bubble!"
"Because of its use of compelling examples and comprehensive explanation of its argument, this book is a very enjoyable read and relevant for anyone with an interest in sustainable development and tourism. Even though not a textbook, it is an approachable and engaging read for students whilst offering food for thought for academics at the same time. It should be compulsory reading for those teaching in the growing number of courses and degrees proudly sporting the term 'sustainability'."
"The book's key strength is its critique of the sustainability principle. It differs from other sustainable tourism volumes which often adopt an uncritical perspective of the concept, often positioning it as easily implementable. This volume not only delves on the theoretical perspectives of sustainability, but also on the praciticalities and impracticalities of applying the sustainability principle to development processes. The book will appeal to post-graduate students, researchers as well as practitioners who wish [to] re-visit the concept of sustainable tourism. However, it may not be suitable for undergraduate students who may find the book diffcult to understand and follow as the language is sometimes philosophical and complex. Nevertheless, Jörn Mundt deserves to be congratulated for writing this critical piece and for encouraging reseachers to think 'outside the box' when using the sustainablity principle."
"[T]he author makes a wide reference to political, social and environmental studies, and provides examples from different temporal and spatial settings, thus broadening the 'sustainability' platform and placing tourism in a wider context. The supporting evidence is drawn from academic publications and up-todate policy papers. This makes the book an appropriate reference source and an interesting read for tourism researchers and professionals."
"Das vorliegende Werk ist ein gelungener Beitrag zur kontroversen wie zur anspruchsvollen Zielsetzung für eine bessere touristische Welt."


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- In November 2018 the US fully reimposed sanctions removed in 2016 under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), agreed between Iran and the UN Security Council's five permanent members plus Germany and the EU. US President Donald Trump announced in May 2018 that his country would withdraw from the JCPOA on claims that Iran was building its nuclear programme and had violated the agreement's terms.
- Even in the brief period between the lifting of sanctions in 2016 and their reimposition in 2018, many foreign firms remained cautious about engaging with Iran, and the influx of foreign capital that some had predicted did not materialise. The Economist Intelligence Unit estimates that foreign direct investment to Iran totalled US$2.5bn in 2018, compared with US$5.0bn in 2017, US$3.4bn in 2016 and US$2.1bn in 2015.
- The reimposition of sanctions prompted numerous international firms to scale down their activities in Iran, negotiate waivers with the US or cancel their projects entirely. In the months leading up to the snapback of sanctions, nearly 100 foreign companies announced they would abandon their trade and investment engagements with Iran, according to the Wisconsin Project on Nuclear Arms Control, a US-based think tank.
- After the withdrawal of the US from the JCPOA, French energy company Total and China National Petroleum Corporation ended their participation in a US$5bn agreement with the National Iranian Oil Company to develop Phase 11 of the South Pars gasfield. The 20-year agreement had made Total the first foreign firm to use the new Iran Petroleum Contract scheme, which the government established to attract overseas investment.
- The remaining signatories of the JCPOA have reiterated their support of the agreement. In February 2019 France, Germany and the UK launched a "special purpose vehicle" to enable trade with Iran following the reimposition of US sanctions. The mechanism is likely to be of modest impact since it facilitates trade of only a small number of non-energy-related goods and is limited to smaller European firms with little exposure to the US.
- In July 2018 the government banned the import of over 1,000 goods in a gesture intended to defy the recent sanctions and help stimulate domestic production. Many of Iran's producers oppose such import-substitution strategies and see them as unnecessarily restricting their ability to do business.


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Top badminton players to watch in Rio
Hundreds of athletes will compete in the badminton tournaments at the Rio Games, but some have more storied histories than others. Here are five badminton players you should keep an eye on at the upcoming Olympics.
Lee Chong Wei fights for redemption, first singles gold
After a second round loss in men's singles at the 2004 Athens Games, Lee advanced to the final of the 2008 Beijing Games. There, he lost to China's Lin Dan in straight sets. He had an opportunity for revenge at the 2012 London Games, where Lee and Lin faced off again in the men's singles final. Once again, Lin defeated Lee in three tight sets.
In the years since, Lee has won World Championships titles in 2013 and 2015. That October, he was hit with a doping ban that lasted through May 1, 2015. Since then, Lee has made a remarkable comeback; two weeks before the Rio Games begin, he sits atop the world rankings.
Lee's Olympic performances have made him his country's most successful Olympian ever. He will attempt to cap his illustrious badminton career with an elusive gold medal in men's singles.
Lin "Super" Dan goes for record third singles gold
Lin is considered by many the greatest badminton player of all time, as he is the only man to have completed the sport's "Super Grand Slam": wins at nine major tournaments, including the Olympics.
Chen Long seeks a return to form
Chen Long is one of the most decorated active men's badminton players. At his debut Olympic appearance in London 2012, he scored a bronze medal in singles. Since then, he's been largely dominant: He won gold in men's singles at the 2014 and 2015 World Championships.
From December 2014 through June 2016, he was the World No. 1 badminton singles player - before Malaysia's Lee Chong Wei took the top spot. Chen will likely square off against Lee, as well as compatriot and two-time Olympic gold medalist Lin "Super" Dan, at the Rio Games.
Carolina Marin looks to make history
Badminton singles player Carolina Marin has a chance to set a number of historical precedents at the Rio 2016 Games.
For one, World No. 1 Marin could become the third non-Asian woman to win a badminton singles medal since the sport's Olympic introduction in 1992. (Denmark's Camilla Martin won silver in 2000, and the Netherlands' Mia Audina won silver in 2004). That also means Marin has a shot at becoming the first non-Asian gold medalist.
Marin started playing badminton in 2009. She won badminton gold in women's singles at the 2014 and 2015 World Championships. Early this past May, she hit World No. 1 status – and remains at the top of the rankings just ahead of the Games.
Saina Nehwal aims for second Olympic medal
India's Saina Nehwal has a lot to prove at the Rio Games.
At the London 2012 Games, she became the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in badminton with a bronze in singles. She peaked three years later, reaching World No. 1 status in April 2015; that August, she won singles silver at the World Championships.
Unfortunately, 2016 has been rough for Saina. While battling various injuries, the Indian suffered some tough losses. Saina bounced around the rankings, but currently holds the World No. 5 spot just two weeks away from the Rio Games.
Saina was the World No. 2 badminton player in August 2015. One year later, she'll have to fight hard to defend her Olympic bronze medal.
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Web analysis and web integration in synergy
Why one without the other does not make sense. And what you should know before you make changes to a website.
These days, the concept of web analysis is definitely nothing new, but unfortunately the recognition of this field is not always consistent or universal. Web integrators work with all appropriate approaches to offer their clients the best possible solutions. In addition, integrators can back up their proposals with arguments and numbers.
Why is web analysis important for web integration?
To put it simply, there will sometimes be a disconnect between the ideas of those involved in the design stage and what actually happens in particular cases, among the large number of users. It is critically important to analyse and understand the meaning of specific information resulting from visitor analyses, in an individual context but especially from the wider perspective of web integration in the whole project.
A glance at visitor numbers reveals a drop in figures for part of the website. The correct approach would not be to flag up a problem or note a possible decline in interest in the company. The decline could be due to better content in another section, more direct communication and as a result visitors bypass the section. Or, the decline may be because of a current marketing campaign aimed at a completely different part of the website.
Likewise, it is very often the case that data gathered from the website are interpreted by people who work with the website but do not have access to all of the important information and fail to put the data in its proper context. Contexts, of course, go far beyond the client for whom the web integration project, together with the analyses, has been created. Interpreting one set of information may be correct in the terms of a smaller target group, e.g. the client. However, measured against Internet use as a whole and general trends, it may be the wrong approach.
In practice, this could mean indicators showing falling numbers of visitors to the "Contacts" section, which means that that the client criteria needs some changes. Of course, this issue in itself, without a knowledge of general trends, does not necessarily indicate a flaw in the website. If we apply a global criterion to this issue, we can observe that such a trend occurs in all areas and is therefore not just a problem affecting this particular website. Rather, it is about the way potential customers operate.
To give another example, a global Internet campaign is held to encourage less consumption of chocolate bars. A fall in the e-commerce conversion rates of the client producing and sells these products is very likely to be a consequence of this campaign and is not because of a badly designed website.
Of course, this is just an example, but such cases do exist, prompting the need to analyse them and integrate data so that the information is interpreted correctly.
Relatively large quantities of visitor information data are available; it is thus very important to devote sufficient time and professional capacity to this issue.
Web analysis is also a basic feature when designing and creating websites (especially in redesigns or alterations to existing solutions, where information is already known), but it should be incorporated into the whole solution, by professionals. Their conclusions and results should be the recommendations forming the basis of follow-up work. Analytical data are good for PRE-implementation stage, in order to prevent the project reaching a dead end. Analysis in the POST-implementationstage gives you the space to decide what was done correctly and what needs to be changed a little.
How can web analysis influence results?
It can have a significant impact. Without exaggeration we can say that it really does have a huge influence. Web integration not only combines the orders and requirements of the client, the web integrator and other suppliers, but it also brings a perspective on the actual behaviour of target users to the overall solution.
The added value brought to a web solution from somebody who has been involved in this area each day over a long time is incalculable. This is particularly the case from the perspective of the constantly new information across all different target groups, global awareness and trends, not just in the sector in which the client operates. Web analysis from the perspective of a web integrator is understood as a complete unit, to which current data information and methods in this area are constantly added.
How can web analysis help improve a solution?
A web solution can help assess the development, make-up and subsequent behaviour of potential clients and users of your website. Different types of web solution (product microsite, information portal, e-commerce and others), have different target groups and users. If you are starting with a web integration project, you will need a partner who is familiar with overall trends, at the local and global levels, and who knows how to analyse the behaviour of "new" types of visitors. This can help you design the ideal solution.
Correct web integration can achieve its objectives assuming that those involved in the analyses and implementation have an excellent knowledge of the various environments and how they function, as well as trends, both current and future. In combination with other fields, they create a strong web integration team, which has all the ingredients for success.
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Web analysis can become counterproductive when it is interpreted without a knowledge of general development against the global criteria, or parts of the data are taken out of context but regarded as hard facts.
Web analysis is not just about interpretation of negative/positive numbers. Rather, it is a complex field that should be understood from a wider perspective, with the necessary general view and the view from above. Web analysis should not be about interpreting numbers just to identify a plus or minus. Instead, it should try to explain the numbers in ordinary language. A minus does not always mean a negative amount, and in the context of other indicators can mean a plus. But when described only in numbers, such a result is not always understood this way.
A common error, leading to a counterproductive result, focuses only on a sign, but not on the wider reasons and contexts.
What is the correct next step?
There is just one correct piece of advice – hire an expert! Occasional work with analytical data enables you to make some correct conclusions. If you are dealing with the issue only tangentially as part of your own interests, in your own time, your view will never be sufficiently comprehensive to regard the complete analysis as correct.
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How Aly Raisman Used the "Sports Illustrated" Swimsuit Issue As an Empowering Platform
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In the past few months, the conversation has changed (or in many cases, has started) in regard to the everyday harassment, abuse, and subjugation of women—and that shift is partly due to how celebrities have shone their limelight on the issue. Though she's already done her fair share of speaking out for women's rights recently, Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman participated in yet another initiative: posing nude for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
SI's Swimsuit Issue might not be an obvious platform for addressing the #MeToo movement or women's advocacy, but this latest edition includes a campaign called In Her Own Words. In addition to the typical shots of women lying on the sand in bikinis (or, often not), this year's Swimsuit Issue features unedited photos of 36 nude women shot by an all-female crew; people featured in the campaign include plus-size models, returning SI alumni, and athletes such as Raisman.
"I would like to remind everyone that being a survivor is nothing to be ashamed of, and going through a hard time does not define you." —Aly Raisman, Olympic athlete
The women photographed for In Her Own Words were given creative control to pick the words and phrases painted onto their body. Raisman, who recently dealt, both privately and publicly, with the sexual abuse she experienced at the hands of disgraced Olympic doctor Larry Nassar, painted "Survivor," "Every voice matters," and "Women do not need to be modest to be respected" onto her body.
In her shoot, Raisman not only made a bold statement about silencing and victim blaming but also shared with SI that she wants to "encourage anyone out there to remember that you deserve to feel safe, everyone has a story, and everyone deserves to be heard." Raisman added, "I would like to remind everyone that being a survivor is nothing to be ashamed of, and going through a hard time does not define you."
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Dear Mr. Bus Driver,
Here we are in January, 4 months after the start of school, and you asked me for the 6th time this morning what you could say to Ashley to make her keep her shoes on during the bus ride to school.
I said, just as I have said the previous 5 times you asked, "Tell her she must keep them on." I could tell by the way you rolled your eyes that you didn't care for my flippant answer. But trust me, you would like flippant much more than all the other emotions I was feeling but not sharing.
I shared a document with you the first day of school and again two weeks after school started that discussed the challenges Ashley faces as well as behaviors you might expect to see on the morning bus ride. I know that Ashley's teacher has also shared information with you on several occasions. So yes, I was surprised and a tad annoyed that you were asking the same questions again.
Ashley has some sensory issues. She doesn't like shoes or hats and left to her own devices will remove those things if possible. But as you and I both know, there are times when she shouldn't remove her shoes and hat - like say when the temperature outside is in the 20's or 30's. When I suggested you tell her she has to keep her shoes on, I also mentioned that because Ashley has deafblindness, you or the aide must speak very loudly if you want her to hear you. Your response, "Oh? She can't hear me?." Again, that information was shared many times in the past.
So now you tell me - what must I do or say to make you understand? It's obvious that the bus aide has no interaction with Ashley whatsoever. So while you are driving the bus, how do you expect her to get the message about not taking her shoes off? You even asked me to tell her before she got on the bus that she must keep them on. Do you have any children, Sir? If so, can you tell them what the rules are and they always follow the rules when they are out of your sight? If so, please share your secrets.
Here's how it should be handled:
- If the aide sees Ashley start to reach for her shoelaces, he should loudly and firmly tell her no.
- The aide should then sign STOP, SHOES ON. I know for a fact that the teacher has shared those signs with you.
- If Ashley keeps trying, keep signing and speaking loudly and firmly to her.
- If that still doesn't work, give her a magazine or something to busy her hands with. There are always things like that in her backpack, and I know her teacher has shared that with you.
I'll also offer some other advice which I know is none of my business. So, you may just ignore if you like. You need to expect your bus aide to do his job. If he is not doing his job (and obviously he is not), then you need to correct that problem. The ultimate responsiblity for the children on your bus is yours. Personally, I wouldn't want a lazy, good for nothing aide jeopardizing that for me.
Sincerely yours,
Ashley's Mom
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The situation in Venezuela is now widely documented. But what is it like to do business with Venezuela? Is the instability all political or are real businesses suffering?
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"From commercial perspective, recent unrest is nothing new but an ongoing revolution started by Chavez in1999. Unfortunately, the political agenda has always been the only priority of the current government since then and the economic agenda has always been a low priority. The business community has been suffering.
Since CADIVI (control over foreign exchange) was introduced, the business community has always been depending on the government for cash to afford imported goods. Depending on the situation, CADIVI can take around 2-4 months to approve imports and the approval can come with significant reduction in the quantity from what is requested. Apart from that, after going through the difficult task of getting the goods through customs clearance, an importer in Venezuela needs to comply with various formalities in order to submit the request for release of funds for payment. Recently CADIVI has been taking around 200 days for approval, which makes it impossible for the importers to pay their debts for a long time and forcing their future imports to be delayed, too.
From time to time there have been some "release valves" introduced by this government to reduce the pressure on businesses and the supply chain but at this moment all of them are scrapped."
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There are many questions surrounding trading with Venezuela. Keep an eye on our blog, since soon we will discuss the implications of Venezuela joining the Mercosur, the trade bloc comprising Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay (currently suspended). Watch this space!


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Coping with Change: International Differences in the Returns to Skills
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Expanded international data from the PIAAC survey of adult skills allow us to analyze potential sources of the cross-country variation of comparably estimated labor-market returns to skills in a more diverse set of 32 countries. Returns to skills are systematically larger in countries that have grown faster in the recent past, consistent with models where skills are particularly important for adaptation to dynamic economic change.
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The latest news regarding a shake-up in Fort Wayne Community Schools must have the teacher's unions scrambling for a response.
Without a press release on the website of FWCS, news leaked out that personnel in 11 schools within the city's system would have to reapply for their jobs. All this with hopes of gaining money in a new competition labeled "Race to the Top". Word is that no more than 50 percent of the staff can remain at the same building..coming from the State Department of Education. Of course, district officials will contest.
Years ago this was known as a shake-down. If schools didn't improve their test-scores, the State of Indiana held over their heads that they could come in and take over a school. Â Somehow, like the threat of taking a teenager's car keys away, this kept some schools in line.
Don't get me wrong. I think it is a grand idea. The problem lies within the unions who have long fought for tenure-without-regard-to-performance just to keep teachers because they had stayed on the job.
I can see the unions fighting to keep the teachers in jobs. They perpetuate the entitlement atmosphere.
I teach in a college where evaluations are EVERYTHING. Â If my students are upset and I have a high incidence of students who fail, I will lose my job. This is no different than in most workplaces. If you don't get a job done, they find someone who will.
One good thing Wendy Robinson finally said was "there is no option not to do nothing" (no credit to her English teacher, by the way).
My prediction is this will be short-lived, just to meet a January deadline. I hope I am wrong and the students will benefit by getting fresh ideas, fresh blood, and people in positions who truly care AND GET RESULTS.
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Saturday, June 7, 2008
(Bump) This Sunday
If you're near the OBX, you are more than welcome to come, especially if you don't have a church home. Just, make sure you get there early to get a seat (we tend to be packed during the summer months with or without me). :)
36 comments:
- J&J said...
This is so great to hear!! I know you will be glad to be back in your home church. Will the service be available online?
Can't wait to see more pics of the girls :)
Jessica NC
- June 3, 2008 at 12:05 PM
- Florida_Mom said...
Please try to get the service online. We would love to see it.
Prayers continue.
- June 3, 2008 at 12:09 PM
- jerilynn said...
Congratulations as you move onto the next stage in your journey. Thank you, again, for the glimpse into your lives and sharing so much of your souls. What an amazing ministry you have had to the world! I applaud your use of technology to spread the Good News and Live Out Loud!
des moines, ia
- June 3, 2008 at 12:24 PM
- Katie Lamont said...
Greg and I will be there, with bells on! We can't wait to see you, and know that you are back HOME!!! We love you!
- June 3, 2008 at 12:29 PM
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- June 3, 2008 at 12:29 PM
- HatchersInChile said...
Well, here I felt a little guilty for asking, no begging, for the service to be available on line only to see the other requests for the same thing!! Please add my request to the list! I have so enjoyed reading your blog, following the incredible way God is working in you, and praying for you and your family, but I have LOVED actually hearing your voice on some of your videos!! Thanks from all of us in Chile (missionaries) who love you, Tricia and Gweyneth
- June 3, 2008 at 12:31 PM
- HatchersInChile said...
Well, here I felt a little guilty for asking, no begging, for the service to be available on line only to see the other requests for the same thing!! Please add my request to the list! I have so enjoyed reading your blog, following the incredible way God is working in you, and praying for you and your family, but I have LOVED actually hearing your voice on some of your videos!! Thanks from all of us in Chile (missionaries) who love you, Tricia and Gwyneth
- June 3, 2008 at 12:32 PM
- The Lockwood Family ♥ said...
We are just so happy for you~ We pray that the Lord's wonderful name will be glorified as you share His work in your lives this Sunday.
We are just so blessed to have had the privilege to bring you before Him each day. You are such a special part of our lives, even though we've never met...maybe someday we will.
love and prayers,
The Lockwoods
- June 3, 2008 at 1:03 PM
- Mama Grizzly said...
Nate - is it possible for your church to video tape that and make it available on their website? I would love to be able to see it!
- June 3, 2008 at 1:10 PM
- Julie said...
What an awesome opportunity! Wish I could be there. Sort of a long drive from MI though...I imagine once word gets out that you're planning on being there, it'll be standing room only for certain!
Praying your testimony will help lead others to a relationship with God.
That would be awesome if your church could get the service online...
- June 3, 2008 at 1:25 PM
- Somer Love said...
I am praying for the A O K to go back to the OBX!!!
- June 3, 2008 at 2:25 PM
- Rick Lawrenson said...
I don't want to see Greg with bells on. No. That just doesn't register well in my imagination.
- June 3, 2008 at 2:37 PM
- Mary said...
I wish we lived closer. I would love to be there just to cheer you on and welcome ya'll home. (From a distance that is)
- June 3, 2008 at 2:59 PM
- Elizabeth said...
I can only imagine that there won't be a dry eye in the place on Sunday, as you share your amazing story. Your beautiful family is such a testament to the awesome power of God, His grace, and the abundance of His blessings and miracles. I know God will truly be glorified in your sharing of your experience. Anyone who doubts that miracles still occur will certainly be challenged by your story.
I pray God's strongest protection and greatest blessings on you, Tricia, and Gwyneth as you get to go home and begin life anew.
- June 3, 2008 at 3:11 PM
- Our Two Blessings From Above said...
Another vote to please try and get the service online. I too would love to see it.
I am so happy that the 3 of you are heading home.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers here in Minnesota.
- June 3, 2008 at 3:12 PM
- barb said...
hallalujah!!!! oh how i wish i could be there to feel the love and the presence of God among all those people who love you so.
congratulations. i just can't even begin to comprehend how this VICTORY will feel to you and tricia. bless your hearts!! (said in my most dripping southern drawl!)
honestly my heart is swelling with the love that God has shone through you. nothing like a testimony to see God at work
- June 3, 2008 at 3:33 PM
- Carrie said...
Wow!! This is truly a wonderful time! And...I agree...It would be great to see and hear your service online! Happy Trails to You!
- June 3, 2008 at 4:02 PM
- Shari said...
Could you post a bit of your presentation here on the blog? If not, I understand. I hope and pray it goes well. You are a wonderful husband and daddy Nate!
- June 3, 2008 at 4:12 PM
- NCBeachMom said...
will you post something online for us?? Boy, I would love to come down, but we will be visiting my sis in TN....
So glad you are so close to going home!
- June 3, 2008 at 4:15 PM
- bome62 said...
I am so happy for you three. May our heavenly Father continue to put his protecting shield on you three & may you have safe travels. Wished i could be in your church Sunday. That would be great if those that can't be there could see your story online. What a inspiring story.
Washington, Missouri
- June 3, 2008 at 6:22 PM
- Mandy said...
I just wanted to let you know that I had to renew my license today and I became and organ donor, all b/c of your story.
- June 3, 2008 at 6:57 PM
- Leslie said...
We're leaving this weekend for OBX from Indianapolis...we hope to be there!
- June 3, 2008 at 7:51 PM
- Amanda said...
Please, please, please try to get the video online! Or, give a way for us to get our hands on a hard copy. I am soooo glad for you!
- June 3, 2008 at 8:21 PM
- Blessings From Above said...
Add my vote to the list to try and get the service online.
What an amazing testimony to God this will be...
- June 3, 2008 at 9:55 PM
- mom2LEAA said...
What a wonderful testament to God. How I wished I lived closer, but it is a little to far from CT to road trip down for the service. You and your family will continue to encourage me and my family. Our prayers continue for health, strength and joy. May God's peace continue to surround you.
- June 3, 2008 at 10:09 PM
- one happy family said...
That is so awesome! I plan to make it that morning. We live in Elizabeth City!
- June 3, 2008 at 10:14 PM
- Eddie said...
I hope and pray that is goes well and that people will be receptive to what you will say as you are a witness of God's love and mercy. I love you all!
- June 3, 2008 at 10:44 PM
- Erik said...
So happy for you guys. I too would enjoy hearing/seeing you speak, but am too far away.... Something online would be fantastic, but I understand if that isn't an option. May the Lord speak to the hearts of others through you. Thank you for being willing!
- June 4, 2008 at 12:02 AM
- Scott said...
Should be an emotional Sunday. Lord bless you man! Get your dad and mom some tissues!
- June 4, 2008 at 5:15 AM
- My2Girls said...
I am also kindly asking if you will make it available online?
If not, I'm making the 1.5 hour trip to Nags Head on Sunday morning!
I've been wanting to visit Nags Head Church for a while now. Hey, maybe it will be this Sunday?
Although, I have to be back home in Va Beach by the afternoon, as my daughter will be participating in a fundraising event with the youth group from our church in Va Beach.
Bye for now.
- June 4, 2008 at 11:26 PM
- Christy said...
Oh man.. what a tearjerker that will be. There won't be a dry eye in the house!!
Praying that God will continue to use your family's story to reach others.
- June 7, 2008 at 9:51 AM
- Vicki said...
Dear Heavenly Father, please use this opportunity to draw people closer to You. May they hear how faithful You have been not only in the victories but in the hard fought battles. Please give Nate the words, pictures, and moments to present that will clearly demonstrate the God that You are. May the church and Nate be blessed through the sharing.
- June 7, 2008 at 1:26 PM
- Rachael and Travis said...
Haven't left any comments lately, but still following your story. So glad to see you guys are home. :)
- June 7, 2008 at 1:41 PM
- Gram said...
i just realized that nags head is part of the outer banks. do you realize how freaking lucky you are to live there? this said from someone living in the pits of texas. (my son and his wife's family are vacationing out there as we speak!)
- June 7, 2008 at 4:33 PM
- Scott said...
Should be an awesome service, I'm sure alot of emotion for everyone following the story. We'll be praying. I'll be busy myself during that time so hopefully can catch the podcast.
- June 8, 2008 at 6:30 AM
- Betty said...
I just want to let you know that today was my second time to the Nags Head Church. I have lived on the OBX for 13 years and searched for a great church that I could grow in! Your message today touched my heart so much and I have already been praying for your family and your doctors visit on Tues. I asked God in service today why your family, you have so much trust and faith, and I believe he answered me and said that is exactly why!
PS-the music rocked!
- June 8, 2008 at 2:04 PM


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You can see December's full Games With Gold lineup below. January's freebies have not been announced yet but that should happen relatively soon, given the upcoming holiday. We know there won't be any more games added to the backwards compatibility catalog for the remainder of the year, as Microsoft's team is taking some time off.
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In "The Aalborg PBL Model – Progress, Diversity and Challenges", thirty teachers and researchers share their reflections on the practice of the problem-based and project-organized teaching model (PBL), which has been applied in the faculties of Engineering and Science, Humanities, and Social Science at Aalborg University since 1974.Since its initial implementation, the PBL mode has developed in several important ways. Most notably, the PBL model has developed considerably in relation to the specific nature of the given academic disciplines and become an integrated component of these disciplines.The Articles collected in this book seek to describe and explore this development, highlighting variations on the PBL as it was originally conceived and the challenges that have ocurred during this journey.
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Shinyaku Toaru Majutsu no Index Light Novel Volume 07 is the seventh installment of the Shinyaku Toaru Majutsu no Index series, released on May 10th 2013.[1]
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Kamijou Touma awakens in a dark room. He was sent there by the many-sided spy Tsuchimikado Motoharu. Once again, an enemy magician has slipped into Academy City and is attempting to destroy the city with a spiritual item. Kamijou's mission is to stop the large scale spell of the spiritual item from activating.
Given the emergency situation and limited time, Kamijou quickly leaves the dark room!!
But the area he finds before him is the locker room of a prestigious high class girls school.
As always, Kamijou faces an exhilarating explosion of misfortune.
Labeled a pervert and about to be finished off by those dangerous girls, he desperately searches the School Garden for the spiritual item.
He is found by Misaka Mikoto in the process and thinks he has finally been checkmated, but "fortunately" a helping hand is held out to him. Shokuhou Misaki.
The Mental Out girl who is the #5 Level 5 from Tokiwadai Middle School. Is this encounter a coincidence or has someone ensured it would happen? When science and magic cross paths, the story begins!
- Prologue: A Sweet Smelling Inviolable Territory — Girl's_School.
- Chapter 1: Altar of the Wisdom King — Foreign_matter.
- Chapter 2: The Wandering Beast and Outside the Cage — Dead_Girl.
- Chapter 3: ??? — Agitate_Halation.
- Chapter 4: Destruction of the Pre-Established Harmony — Total_Hero.
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Choosing the right beauty product for you is always something of a personal experience—while it's my job to recommend the best makeup and skincare on the market, I always caveat it with the fact that what works for me might not work for you. I've found, though, that of all the beauty products out there mascara can often be the most divisive. Ask your friend what their favourite one is and, oftentimes, you'll find that they found a formula that they liked years ago and have stuck with it religiously ever since.
However, after celebrating the best-selling highlighter in America last week I started to do a little digging into which beauty products were topping the beauty charts in the UK. After all, there's something to be said for an entire nation being obsessed with one specific product. First on my list: mascara. And there's one specific beauty brand that the UK are utterly obsessed with when it comes to lashes.
Turns out, Benefit (everyone's favourite teenage beauty brand) deliver on way more than their iconic lip and cheek stain. They're actually the UK's best-selling makeup brand when it comes to mascaras—and they're not far behind when it comes to brow products either. In fact, the Benefit They're Real Mascara has been the number 1 best-selling mascara in the UK for the past few years. And, when it isn't in the top spot it's usually only because it's been knocked off by one of Benefit's other two mascara formulas—Roller Lash or BadGal Bang.
If the support of hundreds and thousands of Brits isn't enough to convince you to try it though, maybe this fact will: celebrity makeup artist Pati Dubroff is also obsessed with Benefit mascaras.
Dubroff works on a whole roster of celebrity clients including the likes of Margot Robbie, Priyanka Chopra, Elizabeth Olsen, Lily Collins and beyond. So, basically, if this lady says that a mascara is worth using then it probably is.
"Benefit's mascara builds a really good fill and gives a long-lasting look," Dubroff told Vogue. "The ball at the end is great for building more product at the base."
"The formula is buildable and the brush separates as you comb through," explained Dubroff in an interview with The Huffington Post. "So you can get major length without that bulky or clumpy look. Two or three coats are all you need."
Next up, of the 38 mascaras I've tested, these are the ones I'd recommend.


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Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus as a representative of business community has become a partner of the international project "EU4Youth: Fostering potential for greater employability"
The project aims at facilitating the development of vocational skills for decent employment opportunities. Its goal is to help the youth realize their potential, which is important for young people especially from remote regions of Belarus. The project started in October 2018 and will run until March, 2021. During the project young people from Gomel and Mogilev regions will be taught useful leadership and business skills. Experience sharing forums, career guidance seminars and job fairs will be helpful in searching for new contacts and creating joint ideas. 60 young men and women with their business ideas will be supported under the project. Twelve information centers in Mogilev and Gomel regions will be opened to assist young people in job search.
Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus shares the desire to support young people in their professional development. For the third year in a row, Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus implements a social educational project Business school "From idea to business" under the #YouthEmpowered international program realized by Coca‑Cola HBC Group in 28 countries. 1115 people were trained in the program in 2017-2018, 31 of them initiated their own business. A four-day training is held under mentoring of businessmen, professional coaches and speakers. The synergy between the #YouthEmpowered program and the EU4Youth project will secure new opportunities for the socially vulnerable youth.
Marina Borovko, Public Affairs and Communications Manager of Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus, attended a regular meeting of the Coordinating Council at the national level within the framework of the Belarusian Red Cross Society Social Project "EU4Youth: Fostering potential for greater employability". Project goals and objectives, as well as partnership opportunities and planning matters for the year 2019 were discussed at the meeting.
The EU4Youth project is funded by the European Union and is implemented in Armenia, Georgia and Belarus. In our country the project is carried out by the Red Cross Society with the support of businesses, governmental bodies and NGOs. Apart from Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus, the project has been supported by the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Belarus, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Gomel and Mogilev regional and district executive committees, Youth Entrepreneurship Support and Development Centre NGO, Gender Perspectives NGO, Reliable Programs LLC.
The cooperation between the Belarusian Red Cross Society and Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus started in 2012 after signing of the agreement. Collaborative initiatives are aimed at solving social problems, assisting victims of emergency incidents, including victims of floods and hurricanes. In 2018 Coca‑Cola HBC Belarus provided the Belarusian Red Cross Society over 17,000 liters of non-carbonated still water to help citizens of Belarus during extreme heat conditions.


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Monthly Guest LecturesThe goal of the guest lecture program is to educate the community on a range of interesting yet important subjects related to our daily lives. Visiting scholars from within Austin and outside, offer lectures on topics ranging from the spiritual to the mundane.
First Friday of every month. Please check the Thursday evening weekly update for program information.
Weekly Halaqa for Sisters in ArabicThis program is conducted in Arabic. It is specifically for sisters who wish to focus on studying the Quran with Tajweed, memorizing some surahs and understanding Quran Tafseer.
Class meets every Monday at 10:00 am at ICBC Multi purpose hall.


text: The past few days my feelings have ranged from being completely and utterly disgusted by women to being utterly and completely disgusted by men. What became pretty obvious is that I am well hanging on the verge of depression watching with apathy the dark dirty endless depths of my sink. Those interesting, productive, promissing and pretty, young people they're really all cheaters when you really get to know them… and the rest are christians, who are in fact the filthier cheaters if given half a chance. My part is the pretty joyless one of the observer at this point, well and pretty much most of my aimless little life. I guess it's christmas and nearly new years and as a result half of the people are looking back in retrospect, while the rest are doing everything they can to avoid it, taking advatage of the party opportunities on offer. I suppose I could do the same, as I am free as a bird and bare no guilt as of the past… decade probably… but the phrase my true thoughts can be resumed by is "I want a refund". M&S, HnM, Ikea and all the good shops give refunds, why shouldn't this give-and-take shit called "life" do the same? Where did all the ugly, rugged, edgy, sexy people really go? All those people who came from some rich country but opted for lifelong wonderer's life? I used to meet them all the time! Could it be that I've become them? Oh shait!


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During the most recent New York Fashion Week, I ran into Kyle Luu. We had both arrived out of the February hellscape for a family dinner in honor of Telfar at The Standard, High Line. "Phew girl!" Kyle exclaimed, laughing short of breath. She wasn't invoking the weather or the shows, her heels, or even the commotion surrounding the coat check area in which we were standing. We clinked glasses and she told me about finishing her latest project with Solange. Entitled When I Get Home, the album and visual project, released this weekend, was the culmination of a half a year of planning. "Video content and a bunch of shoots in between," Kyle explained to me later when we convened for this interview. "The video part alone took four weeks, so that's a lot of time." Shot between Solange's home turf of Houston, Dallas, and Marfa, TX, the 33-minute art film features direction by Alan Ferguson, Terence Nance, Jacolby Satterwhite, and Ray Tintori, the album including collaborations with the likes of Gucci Mane, Playboi Carti, Cassie, Abra, The-Dream, Tyler the Creator, Pharrell, Sampha, and others.
The project is but the latest in a series of triumphs for the D.C.-raised, New York-based stylist, who has made a name for herself as a go-to dresser for pop stars like Travis Scott, Tinashe, Young Thug, and Troye Sivan. She's also attracted the attention of industry figures like Carine Roitfeld and Pat McGrath for her disheveled-sexy, genderbending, urban-power-girl aesthetic, which she attributes to growing up in awe of artists like Destiny's Child and Britney Spears.


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Embrace elegant fabrics, flattering silhouettes and Italian luxury for a discounted price with the Stefanel sale. The brand is home to minimalist design, focusing on quality and effortless sophistication.
If your style is a polished from weekday to weekend, then invest in some key separates for less from the sale by Stefanel. The edit focuses on timeless design with a feminine edge, allowing you to mix and match your pieces for a forever-elegant aesthetic. Look out for soft, knitted jumpers in muted hues for a relaxed vibe, or turn to roomy T-shirts and vest tops to slip on with your staples. For laid-back sophistication, layer a monochrome cardigan from the Stefanel outlet with dark-denim mom jeans, a soft linen shirt and crisp white plimsolls for the perfect Saturday outfit.
The classic undertone of the sale by Stefanel makes it an ideal place to head if you want to replenish your office wardrobe at a great price. Designs with a hint of structure feel professional enough to carry you through that boardroom meeting, while pastel hues bring a touch of warmth to a smart dress code. Stray from your favourite blazer-and-skirt combo and experiment with the tailored trousers available in the range. Shorter cuts feel contemporary: style with a pussy-bow blouse and block-heeled sandals for a snappy outfit.


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Global Warming? Are there any doubts? If you live in Chicago now, you know it is for real. At least we have the lake…but I am wondering….if sea levels rise three feet, am I too close to the lake, & will I have lakefront property in my lifetime? Due to us running air-con & fans, my electric bill has more than tripled what it usually is.
Since I know my elected officials are not scientists, and that politics is the art of compromise, and mine have compromised us into pandering to the very selfish, short sighted Republicans & Tea -Partiers, the climate is of low priority interest.
They are also all counting on our educational system not improving any time in the future. They all seem to think that teachers are over paid and under worked, have yet to come up with a system that can tell a good teacher from a bad teacher (I believe test scores are a convoluted way), and still, 50 years after Sputnik & 'we Americans' realizing the Soviets were way ahead of us in studying physics & making the knowledge of physics a priority, we still have many high school students who can't make change for a dollar. No joke.
What does this have to do with purebred dogs? Someone called me a few weeks back, sort of as a last resort, because he was looking for a 'red factor' (actually a Sable with no merling)…Shetland Sheepdog.
This is not a rare breed by any means, but he claimed that most of the hobby breeders he encountered were breeding merles…because that's what people wanted.
I understood his concern. I know there is a desire for merles in all breeds by an uneducated public that thinks it's a rumor that merling is linked to congenital blindness & deafness. It is not a rumor. it is a fact…& it is the reason that the Great Dane Club of America has a breeders' code of ethics prohibiting merling. We'd like to believe dappled Dachshunds, & the blue belton English Cockers are NOT merles…but they are…& many are deaf. Do a BAER test if you doubt it.
Yes, I know the black & tan patten (with the kiss marks over the eyes, diamonds on the chest, & tan stockings & tail vents) are linked to deafness, but let's get back to this guy not being able to find a Sheltie from a hobby breeder.
I told him that the irony was that …DUE TO THE ECONOMY…very few hobby breeders are breeding without deposits, or if they don't think they can keep a litter of 8 or so indefinitely.
The guy complained that the puppy mills & backyard breeders were filling the void. Ah, yes—thank you AKC.
I told him I was worried about the gene pools in many of the breeds. They will be compromised if they are not already, as people who love dogs can't afford to breed them & keep them. I also told him to—again—look at Craigslist…& notice all the pit bulls. The Pit breeders are not concerned about the adult pits that are being euthanized as long as they can sell their puppies. I told the guy that the problem is that people want to 'rescue' a dog, & will take any dog needing rescue. Theres nothing wrong with that—but that doesn't mean people want Pit Bulls, and I will not have thugs and uneducated macho hillbillies deciding what kind of dog I should have.
So, using a form of logic, he asked me why didn't I breed dogs if I was worried about the gene pools. Seems that breeders of Otterhounds and many other truly rare breeds are worried about this now.
I told him it was because I love dogs, & if there are no homes for the dogs, what does it matter if I protect a gene pool?
Years ago, I went out with an anthropologist who was trying to create stress free housing for laboratory chimpanzees. He told me the irony was that they are very expensive, but nobody wants them….so what s the point? & what is the point of saving them if nobody wants them? Same with Rhinocerus.
What does global warming have to do with this? Energy costs–unless we insist that the GOVERNMENT fund development of renewable resources such as solar , wind, & batteries, will continue to take a big chunk of our budgets and make our environment unlivable. Thinning the herd? Maybe. But the fact is that in a few years, especially if the short sighted dimwits who don't want the rich taxed at the rate they were taxed from the end of World War II right on through the Reagan era continue to have their way, the dogs we will be left with will be all Pit Bulls & no other breed.
Do the research. There are is a lot of infrastructure that we need for economic viability, and it doesn't make money. It costs money. It seems that most of the Tea Party is in denial about this, or just plain ignorant.
Tags: America, backyard breeders, devaluation, humane activism, integrity, optimism, professional breeders, purebred dogs, Republicans, Robyn Michaels. microbusiness, scams


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Glory 65 Utrecht – Kickboxing event
When: Friday 17 May 2019
5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
The world's premier kickboxing league, GLORY World Series is back with it's World Championship Tournament in Utrecht. Get your tickets now and be part of the action!
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Rent from Budget between September 22 and December 15, 2008 and you can earn DOUBLE AIR MILES reward miles. Quote coupon # UCNZ042 / DBL-0392 at time of reservation and present coupon at time of rental.
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5 Top Reasons Why You Should Hire a Medical Marketing Consultant
May 14
Nowadays, most of the healthcare providers are turning to medical marketing consultant to help improve their businesses. These specialists have a lot of experience in healthcare, and can therefore help bolster the performance of your clinic through marketing. So, if your business lacks solid reputation, has poor patient turn-up, or has weak referral network, you really need the services of this specialized type of marketing consultant. Read the AHPRA guidelines to know when and why you need to hire a medical marketing consultant.Read More


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The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation's (IRCTC) E-Wheelchair service facilitates movement of passengers, including senior citizens, differently abled and patients. The wheelchair, which are available free of charge at certain nominated Railway stations in the country, can be booked on 'first come first served' basis. IRCTC-Indian Railways: Here's what you should be served if your train is running late
The booking can be done through the Indian Railways' tourism website (irctctourism.com) by passengers who have a confirmed ticket, RAC or partial WL reservation. There will be no cancellation charges in case the passenger wishes to cancel a confirmed booking of the wheelchair.
irctc.co.in now has eWallet: Here's how to register and pay for online booking
In order to book a wheelchair, passengers need to visit irctctourism.com, enter their PNR number and check for availability of wheelchairs. Following this, they will have to fill in the required details and request a booking. Once the booking is done, the applicant can take a print out of the voucher, which will be required at the time of collection of the wheelchair.
Indian Railways passenger grievance redressal: Here is how you can lodge complaints online
The facility has been provided at 22 stations across the country including New Delhi, Agra Cantt, Ahmedabad Jn, Bangalore City Jn, Mumbai CST, Vadodara Jn, Lucknow Jn and Jaipur Jn, to name a few. The collection center from where the passengers can avail the booked wheelchair at each station is also listed on the tourism website of Indian Railways.
IRCTC's Premium Tatkal quota by Indian Railways: All you need to know
The Advance Reservation Period (ARP) ranges between a maximum of upto 72 hours in Bangalore to a minimum o f 4 hours at several stations including New Delhi, Lucknow, Jaipur among others.
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How to Write a Letter of Intent
Kanika Khara
Jul 14, 2020
If you wish to learn to write a letter of intent, then you have come to the right place, as this write-up provides you with some basic guidelines to write a letter of intent for a graduate school, job, or to purchase real estate.
With the advent of the Internet and email, letter writing seems to be outdated and time-consuming. But there are certain situations, like business proposals or agreements, school admissions, job recommendations, etc., where we have to write a letter. Hence, for such situations, we are left with no other option than writing a letter of intent.
But what is a letter of intent? Well, it basically refers to a letter of interest or memorandum which clearly expresses your intention for a specific action. For example, if you are writing for a business agreement between two parties, your letter will include the key points of the agreement to be signed by both the parties.
Likewise, a letter of intent for a job will include points that can catch the attention of your employer, and make you most eligible for that specific job post. So if you want to write a letter of intent for a job, graduate school, or a real estate deal, but are not very sure what to include in your letter, then check out these examples.
Writing a Letter of Intent
For Employment
Your employment letter should reflect your professionalism, hence make sure that name, titles, company name, and address are all on the left side of your letter. Start writing with a proper salutation in order to show respect.
The format should comprise three main parts, the introduction, the main body, and the concluding paragraph. Hence, your letter should follow this format, and the content should be segregated accordingly. In the introductory paragraph, introduce yourself by explaining your qualifications, skills, and prior job experience.
In the following paragraph, explain why you are perfect for this job, and provide relevant information supporting this point. Finally, in the concluding paragraph, express your interest in that particular job profile and your willingness to join that organization. Close and sign your letter thanking the concerned person for his/her time and attention.
For Graduate School
Your letter of intent for graduate school should reflect your interest for studies and enthusiasm to join that particular school. Hence, give each and every detail of why you want to join that graduate school and how fit you are for it. Start the letter by introducing yourself and giving a brief idea about your background.
Talk about your strengths and talents, and what about the program appeals to you the most. Explain how the program will help you achieve your future goals and also write about your plans after graduating from the school. While closing the letter, give a concise description of where you see yourself heading after you have completed the graduate program.
To Purchase Real Estate
The foremost step for writing a letter of intent to purchase real estate is to note down various points on which you and your seller or real estate agent agree. Ensure that all the points on which both the parties do not agree are not included in the letter of intent.
Your letter should include your name, address of the property, purchase offer (including the down payment, your loan time period, and your contract closing time), and any element that will affect the purchasing process (like repairs, house inspection, etc.).
Do not forget to mention that this letter is just an agreement on your intent to purchase the property, not a binding legal document. Ensure that there is enough space at the bottom of the letter for you and your seller to sign. Do not forget to mention the date.
After writing your letter of intent, proofread it well, and make sure there are no grammatical or spelling mistakes in it. Be honest and confident while writing the letter and do keep a separate copy of it for yourself.
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Period crime drama "Miss Scarlet and the Duke" is currently in post production here at Screen Scene.
Created by Rachel New (The Mallorca Files) the six-episode series for A& E International stars Kate Phillips of Peaky Blinders Fame as the titular Miss Scarlet, who takes over her late fathers private detective agency after being left penniless. In order to navigate the mans world of 19th century London she is forced to team up with hard drinking womanizer, Detective Inspector William Wellington of Scotland Yard, also known as 'The Duke;' sexual tension and super sleuthing ensues.
Screen Scene will provide Picture, Sound and VFX post for this exciting new series.


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When it comes to updating parts of your home, you want to make sure it is done correctly. Remodeling a bathroom can be practical, depending on what you are renovating. However, when it comes to advanced tasks that may require electrical wiring or plumbing for example, remodeling may not be an easy feat to accomplish alone. In such cases, it may be necessary to seek out a bathroom remodeling contractor.
Nevertheless, hiring the right contractor to remodel your bathroom may not come so easy as well. There are many qualities you'll want to look for when acquiring a contractor, as well as things you should remember when informing your contractor about the way you want your bathroom remodeled. Luckily, here at WISA Solutions, we have useful tips to share on what to look for in a bathroom remodeling contractor.
When it comes to bathroom remodeling, it is imperative to find a contractor with credibility who has dealt with other clients. The best (and most obvious) way to determine if a contractor is reputable is if you were referred to them or have heard other praise the contractor's work. Nevertheless, a referral may not always happen and thus another way to determine if a contractor is credible is by reviewing their previous work, as well as any ratings and feedback they may have received by previous clients on their website or on the internet in general. If the contractor (and if applicable the company) you are considering has high marks, then they may be in the clear to hire.
Another quality to look for in a bathroom remodeling contractor is how timely they are. That doesn't just mean whether or not they show up to your house on time—it also means the time frame they proposed for how long the bathroom remodel would take. Many homeowners have the ability to complete bathroom remodeling on their own, but may need assistance on the advanced operations or want the remodel done precisely. With bathroom remodeling being a practical enough task, your contractor should not have just started laying down new tile 6 months into the job. A credible contractor's time frame for a bathroom remodel should be reasonable, organized, and concise. Consider your remodel plan and a rational time frame and compare it to what your contractor says.
A reputable contractor considers your remodel vision and works to execute that plan to a tee. The contractor will ensure that your vision is intact with the remodel, but will also offer their suggestions, allowing you to consider additions and asking if you would like to include any accents to your bathroom remodel. When looking for a bathroom remodeling contractor, make sure they are knowledgeable in their field and versatile in remodel and design, and will encourage you to expand your horizons as well. It is best not to settle for an "in-and-out" contractor who is simply looking to finish the task assigned and leave.
Bathroom remodeling may involve quite a bit of operation (depending on what you want), but all in all, it is a practical endeavor. With that said, you will want to make sure that the contractor you enlist gives you a fair price quote for the work you want done. If you only want your sink and lighting fixtures replaced but the contractor is factoring in many details that contribute to the outcome of a steep price, consider otherwise. The contractor should be fair and negotiable, and willing to work with your budget. Also, consider a contractor who is okay with you purchasing your own materials that you would like for the contractor to use.
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Gay people will take over Sunday River Feb. 7-9 for what sounds like a raucous weekend with fireworks, zip lines, huge dance parties, heated pools and, yeah, probably some skiing. Organizers encourage skiers to bring their glow sticks and neon pants (as if you need a reminder).
Sunday River teamed up with DownEast Pride Alliance and OutRyders, a local LGBT ski/snowboarding club to throw the White Out Weekend for the fourth year.
Sure, maybe some straight people will show, but, as Sid Tripp at DownEast Pride Alliance says it: "gay people are going to take over the whole mountain and the whole town." Not, like, violently with torches and pitchforks "take over the town," but, the laser light shows and purple cocktails "take over." Tripp guessed 55 percent of participants are gay men and 45 percent are lesbians.