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The storyline on display is predictable, but that's clearly part of the point. Really, the focus here is on nods to the absurd game logic that wouldn't hold up in real life. Who in their right mind would treat non-stop gunfights and car crashes as normal? There are also cute touches, such as the feeling you'd get from using a video game medkit (spoiler: it's like getting high on drugs).
The movie hits theaters on July 3rd, 2020. We wouldn't expect a profound meditation on the philosophies of gaming, and even its "question the status quo" message isn't particularly deep. It might just be fun, though, and might be appealing if you thought Reynolds' other video game movie wasn't your cup of tea. With that in mind, life-is-a-video-game movies have mixed track records. For every well-received production like the Wreck-It Ralph series, there's a Pixels just waiting to sour your opinion of video game movies for years -- let's hope this is more like the former.
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The Seattle City Council voted unanimously Monday to allocate $34 million for an expansion of the Seattle Aquarium, an aquarium official said.
The $34 million includes money for some completed design work for the approximately 50,000-square-foot expansion called Ocean Pavilion.
Construction is slated to start in 2021 and the expansion to open in 2023.
LMN Architects is designing the project, now estimated to cost $113 million, with the design 90% complete. Turner Construction Co. is the general contractor and Thinc is the exhibit designer.
Ocean Pavilion will be west of the new Alaskan Way and just east of piers 59 and 60, creating a campus that includes the current aquarium. It will have a 325,000-gallon tank focused on the Coral Triangle in the South Pacific — one of the most biodiverse areas in the marine world. The tank will have over 100 species, including, sharks, rays and fishes. There will also be other exhibits on species in the Triangle along with education and gathering spaces.
The aquarium expansion is a key part of the Seattle central waterfront redevelopment. Overlook Walk, a major component of the redevelopment, will connect with Ocean Pavilion, where people can walk around the roof and see inside the tank.
The city owns the aquarium, which is managed by the non-profit Seattle Aquarium Society. The society is developing Ocean Pavilion.
Besides the city, funding for Ocean Pavilion comes from King County, the state and $60 million from the society. So far, the society has raised nearly $25 million of that.

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- Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
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- 20 May 2019
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- 16 Jun 2019
- Industry
- Government & politics, Policy, Health, Allied health professions, Health management, Nursing & midwifery, Public health, Support services, Legal, Solicitor
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Deputy Chief Inspector, Hospitals, North Region (national travel required)
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
This is a great opportunity to have a far-reaching influence across the services provided by Hospitals. At the Care Quality Commission, our purpose is to make sure services provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, high-quality care and we encourage care services to improve. We need your expertise, integrity and passion to help make this happen.
The context
The Hospitals directorate oversees the regulation of acute, community, ambulance and mental health services, both within the NHS and in the independent sector. These services are complex, and regulation faces many challenges, but has the potential to make a real difference to people's lives.
In this pivotal role, you will help translate our vision into tangible, positive, lasting results. Drawing on every facet of your considerable expertise, you will be instrumental to promoting good care and restoring public confidence by tackling poor care.
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As Deputy Chief Inspector, you will deliver a key national lead role together with leadership responsibility for the regulation of Hospitals.
This is a post with high profile responsibilities. You will shape strategy at a senior level, leading CQC's work on Nursing more broadly, acting as the professional national lead by representing CQC on a range of national initiatives. You will provide expert advice to the Chief Inspector and other key stakeholders, both internal and external, on Nursing related matters ensuring compliance with key legal and government wide obligations and reflecting best practice standards.
You will travel across your region and nationally as required, enjoying strong support from colleagues within the Hospitals Directorate and across the organisation.
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An established senior leader, you are already widely recognised for the differences you have made within healthcare. You will bring a track record of achieving the highest standards, with a genuinely caring and collaborative approach. An inspirational strategic leader, you have the integrity, resilience and resourcefulness to make change happen, no matter how challenging.
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When they call you insane while you are pursuing any passion, hobby or work, then you are on the right path, I strongly feel. Keep enjoying your ways as long as it doesn't hurt anyone. You get wedded to something when you start enjoying it wholeheartedly. About three years ago I got married to Weber Grill, yes you heard it right, this 'female' who won my heart instantaneously, don't be surprised if I say that many have done that in the past. Though there is only one lady in my life who has partnered with me to weave a wonderful world around, that's Dr Rajbir Kaur my wife. But then there are things which help you keep your this world enchanted i.e. cameras, caravans, tools, etc. One should be passionate about things which make one's own personal world accelerated and exhilarating – buy the best within means, learn how to use to the best of your ability, learn to maintain it in pristine state so it charms you to keep your life bubbled.
Weber Barbecue Grill is one such thing which changed my life and added one more tool to help me to explore life and happiness. It opened my eyes to see barbecue world differently when I was accidentally one of the guests at a friend's place where he deployed his newly bought Weber Grill and I never knew the existence of this brand, even being world's No.1. It was "love at first sight" – the design and built beauty of the equipment won my heart in a blink. But I was held back from buying thinking that it is of no use to me being a vegetarian; for we all are told in India that barbecue is the privilege of non-veg only. I started dreaming of Weber like a young man would do after seeing a pretty girl. The pull of this sexy looking and world's No. 1 grill was so strong that within two days I decided to buy Weber Grill and I placed an order for the best and the 'hottest model', as I was leaving for Ladakh next morning. At this point of time, though my total bank balance was Rs 35k and I paid Rs 30k to Weber rep who came to deliver the grill. But I was given a half-heartedly demo, probably as if he was in a rush to pick up his girl-friend from roadside and that left me with no idea how to exploit it fully. We drove to Ladakh next morning with the new hot model onboard.
Not that I am a rich man by any standards, I don't have even my own house. Its the careful management of things around me and the life that I am able to do that I love doing, not many are lucky. There is one more reason, I can make clear decisions and remain focused as long I can derive pleasure out of it. I dream and keep dreams alive till either these are fulfilled or get outdated and die their natural death. But I don't strangulate my dreams, even when I can't afford. I have far too many dreams to be fulfilled than what I can afford, but I don't lose sleep over it nor I go overboard to work harder to earn more so I can fulfill all my dreams, in any case I can't work harder than what I am doing now, as you all know. I have a long list of dreams. I have been dreaming to buy a microlight aircraft to fly like a free bird, since 1989, till date I am happy collecting brochures only. I have been dreaming to buy Dremel tool kit since 1985, now about to get (a friend has assured) one for my son.
I would like to add one caution here "Don't chase your dreams like a mad man, do it passionately and focused". When you do this like a mad man you are bound to chase money with throttle and in the bargain you will overlook ethics and relationships, it can prove to be self destructive fatal.
Soon after I finish my usual lectures, which vary from snakes to photography to outdoor life in caravans, I always face one standard question – Sir, what do you do? My reply is "I am trying to enjoy life". Most people laugh or give that smile with a wink and think what big deal. Ironically that's a big deal for the most. Because everyone wants to do that but sadly the simple formula is elusive for the most, almost for 98%. It's amazingly simple – first if you can't be happy with small things in your life then true happiness is going to be elusive forever. Second make an assessment of what you have as resource and energy and what you want, strike a balance. Most important is "make your assessment about WHAT YOU NEED. Things go wrong when the balance goes off. I myself have limited resources, mostly I live life of a cliffhanger financially everyday. So I decided not to waste my money on flashy curtains and aristocratic furniture i.e. my curtains are of my bachelor days almost 22 years old, my center table was bought for Rs 165 in August 2000 soon after my marriage. You do that and I am sure most of you may face imminent threat of divorce and here my wife has never even bothered on such issues, we never even discussed. She is such a wonderful partner to enjoy this life that she has never asked me to replace the curtains, no demands of jewelry, no demand of dining table, we don't have anything of usual standard furniture which every Indian home has. So, where is the catch – I got married to a wonderful human being not her degrees, her beauty, money, powerful well to do family, her salary, etc. Most people at young age take one wrong decision and their life goes on tangent forever, that's their marriage, when they come across at this junction of life. And that's the end of your happiness, which Capt Suresh enjoys everyday, don't envy now, just take a ride on his Taurus and get a feel of it. I won't say it's too late for you or you missed the bus, yes you missed the right bus of course! Now it will take quite an effort to get back to tread my path. I am sure you understand that? One thing is certain that if I can do it then anyone can do it.
The only furniture we have at home is 4 tiny chairs from my bachelor days, now new addition is camping chairs from Decathlon which have been spread in the house and when Taurus moves out these leave home and back after a few months. We don't host parties and the friends who visit us don't care what kind of furniture we have.
But when it comes to Taurus and any kind of equipment, especially for outdoors and to equip Taurus then its the best we can afford, otherwise we wait for months and years to raise the money when we can afford to buy. We have still not bought a microwave oven in last 20 years of our marriage, now realised it's a blessing in disguise by accident, eating healthy food without the oven.
So I bought Weber Grill Q 3200 after waiting for two year almost, lots of deliberation, and fell in love with it and started cooking and it taught me that mostly in India are not aware about how to cook on barbecue, most people cook unhealthy non-veg on barbecue (will share later in other post). When I moved few steps ahead and learnt that I was not exploiting the world class Grill, and then I contacted Weber HQ in Delhi to find out if they had any training material for novices like me. And I was pleasantly surprised they have Weber Grill Academy at Delhi. My one day at the Grill Academy was an eye opener trust me. I learnt that there are hundreds of things and recipes to cook vegetarian food on Weber Barbecue Grill and I discovered that is equally good for veggies. Till then, I understood that vegetarian barbecue means 'paneer tikka' and potatoes. Mr Melwin Ruben opened a whole new world for me.
Now its my new passion and also to lookafter the guests of Taurus – India's First Overland Truck, being a true Indian I treat them as gods.
Don't waste your effort, energy and hard earned money to please people! Focus on yourself but be caring about the nation and society and people around, NOT to be selfish, life will be good to you.
One more thing, my dreams are now woven around necessities and needs, especially for Taurus and its MISSION: NATURE CONSERVATION THROUGH TOURISM & PHOTOGRAPHY. This also helps me make my dreams turn true. In young age one's dreams are woven around own life and only own happiness, then when one joins a job then its around one's job, and when one gets married then one must also know one's responsibilities and one must not weave dreams outside the primary responsibilities. This is the reason why I have mentioned that "marriage" has quite a significance in one's life. This is the secret to be happy.
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9 Best Projectors Under $100
Are you shopping for a budget projector but aren't sure which options to go with? You'll be pleasantly surprised by the quality increase in budget projectors over the last few years. You are spoilt for choice since there are plenty of projectors under $100 that deliver good image quality and have practical features.
Read the buying consideration section to learn more about how to buy the right projector for your needs. We cover categories such as brand, durability, image quality, and extra features. Carefully consider each category so that you can end up with the projector that's a perfect match for your needs. The projectors here are the cheapest and therefore the most basic on the market. They are ideal for buyers that have never used a projector before or have low requirements.
We had a blast writing this buyers guide and are confident you'll find the projector for you. Read until the end of the guide to have a complete overview of the best projector under $100 marketplace. Some projectors are similar at first glance but you'll need to pay attention to the features to tell the difference.
|Weight: 2.2 Pounds
|Brightness: N/A
|Minimal fan noise and great screen quality.
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|Best Value
|CiBest Video Projector
|Weight: 3.62 Pounds
|Brightness: 2600 Lux
|Excellent compatibility, plug and play design.
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|Top Pick
|Weight: 2.1 Pounds
|Brightness: 2400 Lux
|LED lasts for 40,000 hours and excellent compatibility.
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Projectors Under $100 Comparison Table
|Make and Model
|2.1 Pounds
|2400 Lux
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|CiBest Video Projector
|3.62 Pounds
|2600 Lux
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|TOPVISION Video Projector
|2.76 Pounds
|2600 Lux
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|APEMAN Mini Portable 3500L Video Projector
|2.76 Pounds
|3500 Lux
|Check Price
|2.2 Pounds
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|BIGASUO Projector
|3.3 Pounds
|2400 Lux
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|Vasttron Home Video Projector
|3.5 Pounds
|3200 Lux
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|HOLLYWTOP HD Mini Portable Projector
|1.98 Pounds
|2600 Lux
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|Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector
|3.2 Pounds
|3800 Lux
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1. Top Pick: VANKYO LEISURE 3
Editor's Rating: 4.9/5
The VANKYO LEISURE 3 is an improved version of the predecessors, which means you have added features based on trial and error. The mixture of improved brightness, better durability, and attention to detail means there is a lot to like here. Continue reading to figure out if the VANKYO LEISURE 3 is the right choice for your needs.
The 60% brightness increase means the projector is able to display clearer images than the majority of alternatives at under $100. Therefore, overall picture quality feels sharper and the colors are richer. Also, it's 1080p quality with a contrast ratio of 2000:1.
The package includes a carrying bag so you can safely store the projector while not in use. Also, there is a supplementary tripod where you can position the projector when required. The addition of the tripod is a nice touch that adds a lot of value given the low asking price. Extra accessories means you can get started from day 1 without having to wait for additional deliveries.
The VANKYO LEISURE 3 comes with impressive compatibly because you can use it with USB, AV, TF, VGA, HDMI, PS4, and a TV stick. Therefore, you'll be able to power the projector in any setting, which is ideal if you want to take it on the road.
The projector comes with an LED lamp life of 40,000 hours, which is more than most other similar competitors. You can use the projector for a long time before you need to worry about replacing the lamp. Also, the fan noise suppression system significantly reduces fan noise, which means you can enjoy cleaner audio when viewing the projection.
The VANKYO LEISURE 3 is a great choice but you need to consider the drawbacks for a balanced overview. Firstly, there is no support for Dolby Digital Sound, which might be a deal-breaker for some of you. Also, you may struggle to get good image quality in a bright room so you may need to wait until the sun goes down to use the projector.
To summarize, the VANKYO LEISURE 3 is the right choice if you want a mixture of affordability, a bright screen, and practical accessories. The 1080p image quality would have been unheard of a few years ago at under $100. However, now you can enjoy this competitive projector without putting a big dent in your wallet.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 2.1 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 2400 LUX
|The Pros
|LED lasts for 40,000 hours
|Excellent compatibility
|Tripod and carrying case included
|The Cons
|No support for Dolby Digital Sound
2. Best Value: CiBest Video Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.9/5
The CiBest Video Projector is a competitive budget projector that delivers all the right features. The mixture of the bright screen, multiple device compatibility, and portable design means there is a lot to like here. Delve deeper to figure out if there are enough features to meet your requirements.
The plug and play approach means there is no lengthy setup process. That's ideal for beginners that are buying their first projector and feel overwhelmed by a complicated setup. You are encouraged to take breaks every 3-4 hours to ensure that your eyes do not suffer from strain.
The design utilizes reduced fan noise, which means that the fan will not interfere with your games or movies. The advanced cooling system is able to keep the projector cool without resorting to loud noise. However, after 1 hour of operation you may begin to notice an increase in fan noise since the feature has limitations.
The bold and bright 1080p video quality looks amazing. The 2800 Lux brightness rating is among the best in this buyer's guide. Furthermore, the screen size can go from 33 to 170 inches so there is a lot of flexibility. The projector should ideally be at a distance of 5-16.4 feet away from the screen, which is perfect for homes.
The wide-compatibility means that you use the projector with SD card, USB, DVD player, TV stick, TV box, Xbox, PS4, PC, Laptop, Mac's, and headphones. Therefore, you can buy confidently knowing that it's going to be compatible with the hardware in your home.
The CiBest Video Projector is a nice choice but don't pull the trigger on the buy button before considering the drawbacks. Firstly, CiBest is not a premium brand that has a proven reputation. Therefore, you cannot expect industry leading features that are going to stand out in the projector marketplace. Also, there is no included carrying case, which means you'll need to take care when transporting the projector from one location to the next.
To summarize, the CiBest Video Projector is the right choice for buyers that want a mixture of extra-long LED lifetime, good image quality, and reduced fan noise operation. You'll also love the amazing compatibility that can connect to practically any device you throw at it.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 3.62 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 2600 LUX
|The Pros
|LED lasts for 50,000 hours
|Excellent compatibility
|Plug and play design
|The Cons
|Carrying case is not included
3. TOPVISION Video Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.8/5
The TOPVISION Video Projector is a competitive choice that is ideal for the buyer that wants a portable solution. The mixture of the bright display, long LED lifetime, and wide-compatibility means there is a lot to like here. Read onwards to figure out if the TOPVISION Video Projector is the right choice for your needs.
The 50,000 hours LED lifetime means you can use the projector for a long time before worrying about getting a replacement LED. It also comes with an extended 24 month warranty that allows you to get the projector repaired or replaced.
The projector contributes towards an excellent cinema experience that allows you to enjoy movies on a big screen. It provides an aspect ratio of 16:10 and the screen size can be 50-176 inches. Therefore, you can get the cinema experience in your home.
The 2400 Lux screen brightness ensure you can watch the projection during the day. However, the best viewing experiences are when the sun goes down since you'll be able to enjoy even better brightness.
The projector can synchronize with a smartphone or use USB to connect with other devices. It's also compatible with TF card, DVD players, tablets, TV's, and Amazon Fire TV stick. The excellent compatibility means you don't have to worry about integration with the devices in your home.
The TOPVISION Video Projector is a good selection but don't buy before considering the drawbacks. Firstly, the build quality is not the best in this buyer's guide, which means you'll need to carefully handle the projector. It doesn't help that there is no carrying case to help you transport the projector from one location to the next. Also, the projector is constantly improved, which means you might be disappointed to learn that shortly after buying a better version is released.
To summarize, the TOPVISION Video Projector is a good choice for the budget-conscious consumer that doesn't have high expectations. It's highly rated by a horde of buyers so you can choose it confidently.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 2.76 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 2400 LUX
|The Pros
|LED lasts for 50,000 hours
|Compatibility with various platforms
|Reduced fan noise
|The Cons
|Carrying case is not included
4. APEMAN Mini Portable 3500L Video Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.7/5
The APEMAN projector offers a good balance of features at a reasonable price. It's ideal for first time buyers that want to know what the world of projectors is all about. It's one of the brightest projectors in this guide so you can use it during the day. Continue reading to learn more about why this projector might be the right choice for you.
The dual integrated speakers means you don't have to look for another audio source. The speakers are nothing special, but will get the job done if you aren't too picky. Also, the projector comes with a mute fan that emits the minimal amount of noise during operation. Therefore, you don't have to worry about fan noise ruining the viewing experience.
The multiple input design means it's a multi-platform friendly projector. You can combine the APEMAN projector with RCA, AV, Micro SD, USB, VGA, HDMI, and TV stick. Therefore, you'll be able to use the projector with equipment that's already lying around your home. There is no need to invest in additional equipment that's going to cost extra.
The aftercare by APEMAN is excellent so you can buy without hesitation. 5 years after purchase you have access to a considerate customer service team that will help you should problems arise. Also, there is a one-year warranty that covers manufacturer faults. You can also return the projector within a month after purchase if you aren't happy with the performance.
The 3500 Lux rating means the projector is among the brightest in this buyer's guide. It's a good choice if you are planning on using the projector during the day. It's also 1080p friendly so you can enjoy sharp images that look stunning.
Don't purchase the APEMAN Mini Portable 3500L Video Projector before considering the negatives. Firstly, the lack of carrying case means you are more likely to damage the projector when moving. Also, the dual speakers might be a feature that's pointless if you want to use your own speakers for better audio.
To summarize, the APEMAN Mini Portable 3500L Video Projector is a budget option that provides good value for money. The mixture of the bright image quality, dual speakers, and minimal fan noise means there is a lot to like here. It's a projector that's highly rated so buy confidently.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 2.76 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 3500 LUX
|The Pros
|Minimal fan noise
|Good value for money
|Excellent compatibility
|Extra bright
|The Cons
|Dual speaker quality is not great
5. Best Budget: RAGU Z498
Editor's Rating: 4.7/5
The RAGU Z498 projector is a fairly priced option that comes with a handy carrying case for easy portability. The carefully implemented features means it's a competitive option. The black color makes it stand out from other projectors on the market. Read onwards to learn more about what the RAGU Z498 projector brings to the table.
The 50,000 hour LED lifetime means it's a projector that will not need replacement parts shortly. Furthermore, the 365 day warranty deal means that you can buy confidently knowing that faults will be fixed if you buy a faulty projector.
The RAGU Z498 projector has received numerous updates, which means now it has a 90% sharper image and good brightness. You'll love using the screen for viewing sports, movies, and TV shows. It can be viewed with a screen size of 180 feet, which means it's great for small and large crowds alike.
The improved fan noise reduction means the cooling system is able to work without loud fan noise. Therefore, you can sit close to the projector without hearing mechanical noises that can put you off from the viewing experience.
Compatibility isn't a problem with the RAGU Z498 projector since you can use it with a 3.5mm audio jack, USB, phone/tablet, SD card, TV, PC, and gaming console. The possibilities are endless so you can have a complete viewing experience without limitations.
The RAGU Z498 is a great choice but don't buy before considering a few of the drawbacks. Firstly, there is no support for Dolby audio, which means that you may need to invest in good speakers. Also, the small projector size means that it's not a good choice if you want to use it in a hall for a big crowd of people.
To conclude, the RAGU Z498 is an all-rounder that allows you to enjoy all forms of entertainment across numerous platforms. The affordable price means that it's a bargain you can buy confidently. You'll be hard pressed to find a better projector at a lower price.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 2.2 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: N/A
|The Pros
|Minimal fan noise
|Great screen quality
|Excellent value for money
|The Cons
|You'll need to buy good speakers
6. BIGASUO Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.6/5
The BIGASUO Projector is a good option if you have a small budget and want competitive features that contribute to a great viewing experience. The mixture of the excellent brightness, Bluetooth compatibility, and long 3 year warranty means you can buy with peace of mind. Delve deeper into the features to figure out if it's the right choice for your needs.
The projector can display images of up to 170 feet, which is more than enough for most households. The brightness of 2400 Lumens means that you can use the projector during the day without a noticeable loss of image quality. The projector has 1080p support for sharp images so you can view HD content.
The BIGASUO projector has surround sound speakers that gives you a sense of directionality in the audio. It's great if you want to watch movies and play video games with a sense of immersion. However, the surround sound effect is not comparable to a home entertainment system.
The projector has wide-compatibility so you won't have a problem connecting with devices in your home. The connectivity options allow you to use HDMI, VGA, AV, SD card, TFT, laptops, TV's, gaming consoles, and smartphones. Furthermore, the Bluetooth compatibility means you can connect your smartphone at a distance for convenience.
The BIGASUO Projector is a noteworthy choice but don't add to the virtual shopping cart before taking a look at some of the drawbacks. Firstly, the lack of a carrying case means you need to find a safe place to store the projector. Also, the projector is not recommended for business presentations so you'll need to invest in an alternative if that's your end goal.
To conclude, the BIGASUO Projector is a nice choice if you want good screen resolution, no fan noise, surround sound speakers, and excellent compatibility. The projector is an all-rounder that allows you to use it for almost any form of entertainment.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 3.3 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 2400 LUX
|The Pros
|Minimal fan noise
|Nice image quality
|Compatibility with Bluetooth devices
|The Cons
|Not intended for business presentations
7. Vasttron Home Video Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.5/5
The Vasttron Home Video Projector is the budget friendly choice that allows you to view movies and play video games. The mixture of the advanced screen quality, good connectivity options, and above average brightness means there is a lot to like here. Read onwards to figure out if the speaker is the right match for your home.
The 3200 Lux brightness means that the projector can be used in daylight without struggling to view the screen. However, the lamp is only good for 30,000 hours, which is shorter than what the alternatives in this buyer's guide offer.
The built-in surround speakers blast audio in all directions allowing you to feel immersed in what's going on. The two surround speakers do an acceptable job of giving audio a sense of directionality. However, don't expect the same surround sound feeling that you get when buying a home theater system.
The projector comes with a carrying case and tripod, which means you don't have to invest in these accessories separately. The case is handy for when you need to store the projector safely between uses. Also, the tripod is ideal for housing the projector so you can position the projection exactly where it's needed.
Vasttron Home Video Projector is a good option but don't neglect the drawbacks for a complete overview of the product. Firstly, the viewing experience is better in the dark so you may need to wait until the sun goes down before viewing. Also, the tripod is not the best quality so you may feel like investing in a better one shortly after purchase.
Overall, the Vasttron Home Video Projector is a good choice for buyers with low expectations and a small budget. You'll love the projector if you want a mix of good brightness, excellent compatibility, and accessories. The projector is highly rated so you can buy with confidence.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 3.5 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 3200 LUX
|The Pros
|Good screen brightness
|Extensive compatibility
|16.7 million colors
|Includes tripod and carrying case
|The Cons
|Tripod quality could be improved
8. HOLLYWTOP HD Mini Portable Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.5/5
The HOLLYWTOP HD Mini Portable Projector is the right choice if you are after affordability and basic features. This projector is an all-rounder that allows you enjoy all home entertainment options due to the extensive compatibility. Continue reading to figure out if the features included with this projector match your needs.
The light bulb lifetime is 60,000 hours, which is among the longest in this buyer's guide. Therefore, you don't have to worry about replacing the bulb shortly after purchase. Furthermore, the worry-free 12 month customer support service allows you to get help for problems as they arise. You can fix technical issues or get help with the setup process.
The brightness of 2800 Lux means the projector can be used during daylight hours. However, you'll need to close the curtains to get the best effect because otherwise you may struggle to get a bright viewing experience. Furthermore, the projector must be a range of 3.3-18 feet away from the screen. Also, the recommended viewing size is 100 feet. You can experiment to see what size best matches your needs and limitations. Furthermore, the projector accommodates 1080p viewing so you can enjoy HD crystal clear entertainment that doesn't look dated on a big wall.
The projector comes with wireless mode that allows you to stream content directly from your smartphone. It's a convenient way of using the projector, and your smartphone can act as the remote. Simply sit back and change what you're watching by interacting with your smartphone.
The HOLLYWTOP HD Mini Portable Projector is a noteworthy choice but don't overlook the disadvantages. The projector fan noise is not as low as the alternatives in this buyer's guide. Therefore, it may get in the way of the viewing experience. Also, there are no accessories such as a tripod or carrying case so you'll need to buy them separately.
To conclude, the HOLLYWTOP HD Mini Portable Projector is a good choice if you want above average brightness, extra-long LED lifetime, and wireless connectivity. You'll love using the projector on a big wall for sports, movies, and video games. If you've never tried a projector before then this is the one to get.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 1.98 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 2600 LUX
|The Pros
|60,000 hour light bulb lifetime
|Amazing screen quality
|Wireless connectivity
|The Cons
|No includes accessories such as a carrying case or tripod
9. Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector
Editor's Rating: 4.4/5
The Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector is a suitable option for budget buyers that want wireless connectivity. Only a select few low cost projectors offer wireless connectivity and this is one of them. The blend of features here means it's a competitive choice that will not put a huge dent in your wallet. Delve deeper into the features to figure out if the Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector is a good match for your requirements.
The convenient WiFi connection means you can connect with devices at a distance such as your smartphone. Therefore, you have the flexibility to use the projector in a way that best matches your viewing preferences.
The projector is designed for large viewing experiences, which means the ideal screen size is 8.8-176 inches. Furthermore, the stereo speakers are designed for large viewing experiences so you can expect high decibel levels.
The image quality is decent since you can use 720p and 1080p. The 2800 Lux brightness means that you'll love the vivid colors. Also, you can view the projector during the day without struggling to appreciate the image.
The wide compatibility ensures that you don't have to worry if the devices around your home are a good match. There is no need to buy extra equipment to use the projector. It's compatible with PC's, laptops, TV stick, TV Box, USB, AV, HDMI, and gaming consoles.
The Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector is a decent choice but don't overlook the drawbacks or you might be disappointed down the line. Firstly, the lack of accessories means there is no tripod or carrying case. Also, the projector is upgraded constantly, which means you may buy a projector that is not the best version in only a few months.
To summarize, the Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector is the right choice if you want good picture quality, watch movies on a big screen, and a 3 year warranty. The unique touch here is the WiFi compatibility. Therefore, you can command the projector at a distance allowing you to sit back comfortably.
|Tech Specs
|Weight: 3.2 pounds
|Image quality: 1080p
|Brightness: 2800 LUX
|The Pros
|50,000 hour light bulb lifetime
|Convenient WiFi connection
|Viewing size of 32-176 inches
|The Cons
|No includes accessories such as a carrying case or tripod
- Buying considerations
- Brand
- Image quality
- Durability
- Extra Features
- Projectors Under $100 Comparison Table
- 1. Top Pick: VANKYO LEISURE 3
- 2. Best Value: CiBest Video Projector
- 3. TOPVISION Video Projector
- 4. APEMAN Mini Portable 3500L Video Projector
- 5. Best Budget: RAGU Z498
- 6. BIGASUO Projector
- 7. Vasttron Home Video Projector
- 8. HOLLYWTOP HD Mini Portable Projector
- 9. Jinhoo WiFi Mini Projector


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Documents to take with you for an Equity Release meeting
Birth certificate, marriage certificate, passport or driving license, utility bill or bank statement
P60's of any Pensions in payment, State Pension Statement, payslips
Full month's bank statement showing monthly expenditure
Credit Report
There are many credit agencies, some free such as www.noddle.co.uk or www.checkmyfile.co.uk, or paid sites, such as www.Experian.co.uk
Building Insurance Certificate
This will be required by the lender to prove that your property is fully insured
Detailed list of what you wish to use the money from your Lifetime Mortgage for
By doing this, you will identify what funds are urgently required and what are not
Warranties and Certificates
If you have had any work carried out to your home ensure you have the warranties and guarantee certificates to hand.
Solar panels
Some lenders will not lend on a property should there be Solar Panels on the property, by providing the adviser with copies of the contracts for Solar Panels, or Purchase Agreements, this can be checked out prior to applying
Description of your property:
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Renting the Runway is the Future of Fashion
Sustainability has become a hot-button topic. Whether it's about finding ways to combat climate change by going plastic-free or reusing/recycling an item, everyone is trying to find new ways to be more environmentally efficient. While many industries are taking steps to lower their carbon footprint, critics have often had a lot to say about the fashion industry for its lack of effort. The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries, emitting 8.1% of the world's total greenhouse gasses. Overproduction has been one of the greatest hurdles that the clothing industry has been faced with and to overcome.
Two women in teal printed jumpsuits. Image credit: Unsplash/Clem Onojeghuo
According to a study by Accenture Strategy, 62% of U.S consumers prefer purchasing products from companies that align with their personal views. Millennials' inquisitive approach to fashion labels and climate change has allowed for the market opening of fashion rentals. It's a simple alternative solution, fashion rentals can fulfill seasonal trends and are useful for single events, like weddings.
"Consumers today are not necessarily excited about owning, particularly the younger population," said Patrice Louvet, CEO of Ralph Lauren at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum.
Clothing rack. Image credit: Unsplash/Chuttersnap
Rent the Runway is a rental clothing brand that has been in operation for over 10 years and is now valued at over 1 billion USD, as of March 2019. The COO of Rent a Runway, Anushka Salinas, told Business Insider, "Sustainability is inherently part of the business model that we pioneered 10 years ago,". The rental company strives to think about the cycle of the garment to reduce waste and consumption.
With an increasing emphasis on borrowing rather than owning, rental fashion has raised awareness around the positive environmental impacts of the sharing economy. The clothing rental market is expected to hit $2.5 billion by 2023, according to GlobalData Retail.
It's no wonder that many brands are pledging to go greener within their business. The US and UK are not the only countries taking steps to better their environmental impacts, France has also entered the clothing rental business. If clothing rental is something that may interest you, here are a few companies that operate in France.
1. Panoply: le plus luxe
Customers start with a monthly subscription of €120 for 4 credits. With the 4 credits received, there are three options to choose from: Premium (one product for 4 credits), intermediate (2 products for 4 credits) or contemporary (4 one products for 4 credits). Shipping is included in the monthly subscription (in Paris, and the rest of France).
Tenue de soirée exigée : l'évènement parisien le plus élégant approche. Le 30 novembre aura lieu le Bal du Bâtonnier, un moment exclusif que mabonneamie accompagne depuis 10 ans. Avocates, venez trouver la robe idéale ! #rentdontbuy #dressforrent #mabonneamie @alexismabille @olympialetanofficial
Ma Bonne Amie was one of the first rental services that emerged in Paris. This chic clothing rental service offers retail items for special occasions. It ranges from dresses, coats, bags, and jewelry so you can show out at any wedding, party or special event.
Rentals are available for 2 to 4 days and range between €95 to €250. Additional services include dry cleaning and the ability to try on clothing in-store before purchase.
3. Beaurow
L'incontournable colori argenté/metallic est de retour et ça... on adore! Découvrez nos sélections sur Beaurow.com, comme cette superbe robe longue @retrofete asymétrique fluide, décolleté, et ceinturée à la taille. LOUEZ les plus beaux dressings sur http://beaurow.com et accédez enfin aux pièces de vos rêves tout en consommant éco responsable ! . Livraison, Pressing, Assurance OFFERT ! Essayage à domicile offert & retour gratuit des pièces non portées. . Pour devenir Beaurow Girl et ouvrir votre dressing à la location, c'est par ici : http://beaurow.com/deposer . #beaurow#retrofete #designer #metallic #silver #silverdress #metallicdress #grey #selections #dress #model #tendance #parisfashion #parisianstyle #parisianchic #parisianvibes #fashion #fashiondesigner #ecofashion #fashionable #fashionaddict #rentfashion #location #locationvetements #vetements #luxury #luxuryrentals #instafashion
Beaurow is a private showroom that also rents for a special occasion dress, with great designers like Rabih Kayrouz, Jacquemus, Celine, and Chloé. They also offer bags and more accessories.
Their service allows rentals over a period of 2, 6 or 12 days, starting at €50. If you are living in Paris or France you are in luck, shipping and dry cleaning are covered by the brand.
So, is sharing really caring?
It's not always easy to completely switch up production in favor of more sustainable approaches, which is why it's better to start small. We may not all be ready to live minimalist lives, cutting down on wardrobe, or giving up eating meat, but we can all make a small adjustment to better our impact on the environment. Renting clothing services is a small step in the right direction for consumers to wear designer labels, and to be a little more guilt-free.


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SCSD 3rd Grade to Stage 'Jukebox'
November 27, 2019
This year, third grade students at Martinsburg Elementary School (MES) will be performing a holiday play called "Jingle Bell Jukebox." The third-grade teachers are working with the students to produce this play, which is set in the 1950s in a soda shop. There are nine holiday songs and a variety of speaking parts. The stage at MES will be decorated with a jukebox and other decorations from the era. The third-graders will be dressing in period costumes.
The students will perform their show at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, for the school and at 7 p.m. for the public. The public performance is...
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From underneath the horizon a hand latches onto the nape of her neck. Her breathing is cut short by the emergence of another body. The life giving in and out, the gentle airy wind, now filters through another mouth. Again silence lays heavily on the world of things below the spectacle. What splendor, what sorcery. From one body arises another as if called from within her.
She closes her eyes, and the world-gorgers disappear as if turned inward. They hide under the surface of eyelids and lashes. Who knows what other worlds they feast on. The hand around her neck slips off, allowing her to emerge over the leveled desk. Her once large proportions suddenly becoming titanic. Rising like a mighty tree whose canopy cannot be seen. Her once intimate details are no longer visible as endless curves flow toward the heavens.
The ivory landscape is uninterruptedly smooth save for a small divot whereupon hung a metal loop still within reach of the desktop world. The gemmed whole hung like the moon, a dark hole in a white sky which appeared to suck in the viewer as if by gravity or some other natural force. Yet its contents where obscure, forcing the untrained eye to dart about the fleshy horizon out of shame.
Her sunrise fingertips run along the desk, writing history in the dust. A single wave ending at a small ornate bookmark that bisects the plot of a hefty Russian novel, one typical to the snowy tundra – a handful of lovers, tormented by their own minds, and subject to a fate written out as history by the narrator. The bookmark would never know the end, probably for the better, it had been abandoned by the reader who got bored of reading about a hero confined to his couch.
Her right hand was not so worried about the world of things, it grasped for a companion still hidden from sight. She motioned, and a new horizon emerged. The landscape was rocky and tough. Compared to her, its ground seemed muddy, red, and infertile; but strong. He too had eyes – dark endless eyes that cast shadows over the world. They were deep like calculation. They moved back and forth with purpose and determination, leaving footprints wherever they trod. They were the eyes of naming.
He was a striding colossus beset on the world. He towered even over her as the night sky towers over the setting sun. His worked soil stretched a hand and covered the jeweled moon. The other works with the strands of hair that taunt the mighty leviathans by hanging out of reach. She turns to embrace him, separating the sky into two halves, as if a painter had created dusk by separating the best of night and day then resetting them next to each other.
He whispers "Elle" and for the first time, brings name into the world of things.


text: How to Keep Healthy While Staying Home 06/19/2020 With all the things occurring in the world lately, nearly all of us are putting in more time in our homes. It can seem difficult to stick with a positive lifestyle when your gym in Ames is closed. You may have transformed into the principal, home cook, and parent in your house. Perhaps you are working from home now and striving to set up some normalcy in each day. Through the course of these unpredictable times, it can be tempting to spend more time on the couch, staring at the news and movie after movie, and gradually giving up on a normal workout routine. We may be passing more time at home, but we can always generate ways to continue a healthy routine! Take a look at our preferred useful habits you can work into your current day-to-day routine to be active, help your immune system, and maintain momentum toward attaining your wellness targets. Start Home Workouts One positive aspect of spending more time at home is the flexibility in your everyday routine. Go through your day. Where can you squeeze in ten minutes for a short workout? A great exercise session doesn't need to go on forever to be effective. As long as your heart rate increases, you will get fat and calorie-burning benefits! Check out our 12-minute home fitness class you can do anytime, anywhere! Include Your Kids in Your Workout The pools may not be available, but there are still many ways to incorporate fun projects your kiddos will like. After all, remaining active isn't just for parents! Here are a selection of our preferred fun (and free!) ways your family can get all together: Walk the dog Take a frisbee out of your house in the sun (hello Vitamin D!) Go for a bike ride or roller skate journey Form a floral arrangement with your outdoor blossoms Play ball in your yard Grab your sidewalk chalk and create a driveway masterpiece Have a dinner cooking match up Crank up the music and have a dance -off Prepare Healthy Meals Are you doing your best to stay away from the grocery store? That works! This is the time to innovate in the kitchen and use your family's canned goods and frozen foods. With the children out of school, busy days at work, and everyday household chores, keep your breakfasts, lunches, and dinners easy during summertime. At FXB, we make good nutrition easy for our members. Snag your chosen protein type from the freezer, choose a carb for a side, and mix in some healthy fat. And you're done: a healthy meal with little to no fuss. (And if it's your fun day, order a pizza and hang at home!) FXB is Here to Assist You with Virtual Fitness Classes At Farrell's Ames, the most meaningful thing is the health and well-being of our members. If you're striving to stay focused on your health, call us! Your head coach and manager would be happy to help you with virtual workouts, nutrition plans, and a safe space for support. Farrell's Ames is more than a place to work out—it's a community you can count on. Back to Blog


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Tourism bosses in Moray believe their campaign to set up a new organisation to promote the region to a wider audience is gathering momentum.
Moray Speyside Tourism faces being shut down within a year due to a lack of funding – despite record visitor numbers to the area.
Last year, the industry was worth £130million to the region, which is the third fastest-growing destination in the UK over the last five years.
Officials have pinned their hopes of saving the organisation on forming a tourism business improvement district (TBID), which would involve tourist-related businesses paying an annual levy.
Companies will vote in December about whether they want to contribute to the scheme, which has already been supported by Visit Scotland.
Yesterday, Laurie Piper, Moray Speyside Tourism's operations manager, revealed he had already received positive indications from about 90 of the area's 390 companies with talks still to be held with 160 of them.
He said: "We're hugely encouraged at the support we have received at this stage.
"Businesses are continuing to tell us what their priorities are, which we will incorporate into our final business plan in a couple of months time.
"We want that plan to represent the priorities and aspirations for the industry for the future."
Forming a TBID group is expecting to more than double Moray Speyside Tourism's current annual budget to £180,000 with hopes the total could be pushed even higher.
Mr Piper explained talks with businesses so far had encouraged the group to continue to prioritise marketing the area as a destination for tour operators to ensure large groups visit to spend money.
Next week, an event will be held at Forres Enterprise Park on Tuesday between noon and 4pm with Scotland's only existing TBID group, Visit Inverness Loch Ness.
Chief executive Graeme Ambrose will visit in order to answer questions about how the initiative has run in the Highlands.
Mr Piper added: "There's a lot to market here aside from the obvious whisky and coast."
The results of the TBID vote are expected in mid-January. Further consultation events will be held next week on Monday at the Cullen Bay Hotel from 11am to 3pm and at the Seafield Arms in Rothes on Wednesday from 2pm to 5pm.
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I created the brand love curve, which shows the differences in how consumers feel about a brand as they move through five stages. It defines their feelings as unknown, indifferent, like it, love it and onto the beloved brand status.
It takes a strategic mind to figure out brand love.
For unknown brands, the strategic focus should be to stand out so consumers will notice the brand within a crowded brand world. For indifferent brands, the strategy must establish the brand in the consumer's mind so they can see a clear point of difference. At the like it stage, the strategy is to separate the brand from the pack, creating happy experiences that build a trusted following. Then, at the love it stage, the focus shifts to tugging at heartstrings to tighten the bond with the most loyal brand fans. At the beloved brand stage, the strategic challenge is to create outspoken, loyal brand fans who are willing to whisper to their friends on the brand's behalf.
The necessary ingredients to create brand love
Everything must be about the consumer:
You need to know your consumers as well as you know your brand. Dig deep to understand and appreciate the consumer insights, enemies and needs. Emphasize consumer benefits, not features. Since consumers always wonder, "What's in it for me?" communicate what they get from you and talk about how your brand makes them feel.
Dare to be different:
Your brand needs to stand out as being better, different, cheaper, or else it won't be around for very long. Be the brand that defines your unique value, rather than adding more clutter to the mountain of clutter.
Build everything you do around your brand idea:
Your brand idea is the first point of connection and creates the lasting impression. The brand idea is the reason consumers first buy. Every time your brand delivers, the bond tightens just a little more. Whenever you fail to deliver, the consumer goes into doubt mode, wondering if they will stay with your brand.
Breakthrough focus:
You must focus your brand's limited resources to key breakthrough points you believe will tighten the bond with your consumers, putting the brand in a more powerful position to drive higher profits. You have to know your consumer, know what your brand stands for and be willing to focus on the strategies that will pay back in building the brand.
Passion matters:
You must exhibit incredible passion in the marketing execution, consistently focused on surprising your consumers, with a goal of becoming one of their favorite brands. Always remember "I love it" is the highest bar you can set for achieving great work. If you do not love the work, how can you ever expect your consumer to love your brand?
Brand love generates brand power
The tighter the bond a brand creates with their consumers, the more powerful the brand will become with all stakeholders. Think of brand love as stored energy a brand can unleash in the form of power into the marketplace. You can use that power with consumers, competitors, new entries, employees, influencers, media, suppliers and channel partners.
These beloved brands command power over the very consumers who love them, as consumers feel more and think less. These consumers pay price premiums. They line up in the rain. They follow the brand as soon as it enters new categories and relentlessly defend the brand to any attackers. Finally, they cannot live without the brand.
Beloved brands have power over channel customers, who know their consumers would switch stores before they switch brands. Stores cannot stand up to the beloved brand; instead, they give the brand everything in negotiations. The beloved brand ends up with stronger store placement, better trade terms and better promotions from retail partners.
Power over competitors
The competitors, whether current competitors or new entries, cannot match the emotional bond the beloved brand has created with their brand fans. The beloved brand has the monopoly on emotions, making the consumer decisions less about the actual product and more about how the experience makes consumers feel. Unless a new brand has an overwhelming technological advantage, it will be impossible to break the emotional bond the consumer has established with the beloved brand.
Power over those who promote your brand
The beloved brand also has a power over the media whether it is paid, earned, social or search media. With paid media, the beloved brand gets better placement, cheaper rates and they are one of the first calls for possible brand integrations. The beloved brand is considered newsworthy, so they earn more free media via mainstream media, expert reviews and bloggers.
Being a famous, beloved brand helps bypass the need for search engine optimization (SEO). The beloved brands become part of the conversation whether it is through social media or at the lunch table at work. Beloved brands can use their homepage website to engage their most loyal users, inform the market of upcoming changes, allow consumers to design their version of the brand and then sell product directly to brand lovers.
The beloved brands have power over key influencers, whether they are doctors recommending a drug, restaurant critics giving a positive review or salespeople at electronics shops pushing the beloved brands. These influencers become fans of the beloved brand and build their own emotions into their recommendations.
Power over those who make your brand
Suppliers serve at the mercy of the beloved brand. The high volumes drive efficiencies of scale that drive down production costs, backing the supplier into a corner before they offer up most of those savings. Plus, the supplier becomes willing to give in, so that they can use the beloved brand as a selling tool for their supplier services to other potential brands.
Beloved brands even have power over employees, who want to be part of the brand. They are brand fans, who are proud to work on the brand. They embody the culture on day 1 and want to help the brand achieve success.
Brand love means brand profits
With all the love and power the beloved brand generates, it becomes easy to translate that stored power into sales growth, profit, and market valuation. Here are the eight ways a brand can drive profits:
- Premium pricing
- Trading up on price
- Lower cost of goods
- Lower sales and marketing costs
- Stealing competitive users
- Getting loyal users to use more
- Entering new markets
- Finding new uses for the brand.
Beloved brands can use higher prices and lower costs to drive higher margins
Most beloved brands can use their loyal brand lovers to command a premium price, creating a relatively inelastic price. The weakened channel customers cave in during negotiations to give the brand richer margins. Satisfied and loyal consumers are willing to trade up to the next best model. A well-run beloved brand can use their high volume to drive efficiency helping to achieve a lower cost of goods structure.
Not only can they use their growth to drive economies of scale, but suppliers will cut their cost just to be on the roster of the beloved brand. The beloved brand will operate with a much more efficient marketing spend, using their power with the media to generate lower rates with plenty of free media. Plus, the higher sales volumes make the beloved brand's spend ratios much more efficient. The consumer response to the marketing execution is much more efficient, giving the brand a higher return on investment.
Beloved brands use higher shares of a bigger market to drive higher volume
The beloved brands use their momentum to reach a tipping point of support to drive higher market shares. They can get loyal users to use more, as consumers build the beloved brand into life's routines and daily rituals.
It is easier for the beloved brands to enter new categories, knowing their loyal consumers will follow. And finally, there are more opportunities for the beloved brand to find more uses to increase the number of ways the beloved brand can fit into the consumer's life.
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At Beloved Brands, our purpose is to help brands find a new pathway to growth. We believe that the more love your brand can generate with your most cherished consumers, the more power, growth, and profitability you will realize in the future.
We think the best solutions are likely inside you already, but struggle to come out. Our unique playbook tools are the backbone of our workshops. We bring our challenging voice to help you make decisions and refine every potential idea.
We start by defining a brand positioning statement, outlining the desired target, consumer benefits and support points the brand will stand behind. And then, we build a brand idea that is simple and unique enough to stand out in the clutter of the market, motivating enough to get consumers to engage, buy and build a loyal following with your brand.
We will help you write a strategic brand plan for the future, to get everyone in your organization to follow. It starts with an inspiring vision that pushes your team to imagine a brighter future. We use our strategic thinking tools to help you make strategic choices on where to allocate your brand's limited resources.
Our brand playbook methodology will challenge you to unlock future growth for your brand
- Our deep-dive assessment process will give you the knowledge of the issues facing your brand, so you can build a smart plan to unleash future growth.
- Find a winning brand positioning statement that motivates consumers to buy, and gives you a competitive advantage to drive future growth.
- Create a brand idea to capture the minds and hearts of consumers, while inspiring and focusing your team to deliver greatness on the brand's behalf.
- Build a brand plan to help you make smart focused decisions, so you can organize, steer, and inspire your team towards higher growth.
- Advise on advertising, to find creative that drives branded breakthrough and use a motivating messaging to set up long-term brand growth.
- Our brand training program will make your brand leaders smarter, so you have added confidence in their performance to drive brand growth.
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Month: May 2007
Jericho Rosales regrets..
Becoming Bien Rosales
Redux: The Now-Famous Gym Instructor
Twinkie Kaisan is 1st RU in Heatwave!
Despite the blue [or is it gray] contact lenses, our favorite twinkie Kaisan Lopez was a near-miss at the Heatwave 2007 – A Summer Bikini Showdown, held on 23 May at the Garden Resort in Alabang. Kaisan Lopez, who is very much visible these days for a showbiz coming, finished first runner-up to a more buff and unblemished chinito by the name of Harry Chua. Methinks Kaisan can always try again, as he is still young, inexperienced, and untouched by cosmetic science. For photos of the competition, click on http://vincelopez.multiply.com/, a site with impeccable pageant photos.
WITWI Tonio Ortigas
Where in the world is Tonio Ortigas? The dopey-eyed [note: Dopey of the seven dwarfs fame isn't really dopey; he is simply childlike] actor-stripper rose to relative recognition by posing in gutsy naked photos at the time when the standard cover for the family jewels are speedos and jockeys and not books, fruits and flimsy loincloth. Tonio Ortigas made a couple or three films , the most memorable of which was his frontal nudity scenes in a dance sequence for Burlesk King [released 1999]. Eventually, he disappeared from the scene. He was last seen consorting inq7.net's most-read columnist and real-life sex-and-tell hag, Dolly Anne Carvajal.


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After countless years and countless prayers, the fated time has come. Elwë bursts from the golden egg without a moment's delay, revealing her glorious form for all to witness. Her eyes hold naught but unconditional love for all creatures on Neotellus. Seeing their faces of relief and hope, she nods and vows to do everything in her power to fulfill their wishes for harmony, for she is that very embodiment.
See (Blest Incubation) Gilded Sage Elwë
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Elwë (Elu) Thingol is a fictional character in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium.
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- Artwork by Hyojin Ahn.
- Renewed Version of (Blessed Birth) Gilded Sage Elwë.
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persian cucumbers
Persian cucumbers are of the Burpless variety, meaning they are easy to digest and have a pleasant taste. They are crisp, sweet and void of developed seeds. It is harvested when 4-6" in length, when they are at peak sweetness. They absorb flavors quickly, unlike garden cucumbers. They are sometimes marketed as seedless or burpless, because the seeds and skin of other varieties of cucumbers are said to give some people gas.
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Chanel Deuxville Bag - Size S
Chanel Deuxvillle Bag. The Chanel pink small Deauville tote bag features a gorgeous tweed fabric body with the traditional Chanel logo on the front. The bag comes with two long chain and fabric entwined shoulder straps with lambskin shoulder pads. This is a comfortable and lightweight tote that can hold your daily essentials in style. From the 2015/2016 Cruise Collection.
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Some Security Awareness Training individuals ask me this inquiry "Can Zoom be actually hacked?". There is actually no solitary solution to this question as they are actually not the same trait.
JPEG, PNG, TIFF, BMP, and PSD are some of the typical styles you can easily turn from one style to an additional. There are actually still various other layouts that may be made use of.
The main perk of a format is that it delivers the most compatibility and adaptability. Generally, every format has the capacity to be changed to an additional style.
The squeezing algorithm likewise participates in an important part in creating the photo much easier to install. Some formulas enable the graphic to become squeezed at reduced squeezing and then unwinded at much higher compression.
You need to have to be incredibly mindful about this due to the fact that if you use a poor quality JPEG after that you are going to only produce a low quality graphic. Alternatively, if you make use of a low quality PNG the image top quality will certainly be actually wrecked.
If you want to develop your skill-sets as an expert freelance photographer you need to know how to transform to various other layouts. If you actually recognize that it is actually certainly not that difficult to transform from one layout to one more, it is actually excellent. The variation between a great picture and also a poor one is merely in the strategies and also how it was actually performed.
Of course, discover this info here there are actually some circumstances when you require to take photos that possess incredibly shabby. That is why I encourage that you practice a great deal prior to attempting to perform it on your own. You will definitely observe the value of a practice when you see the outcomes.
It is true that there are some folks that still point out that you can easily not generate a much better graphic by hacking the photo but I disagree. If you are actually a novice at that point you can still figure and try out the greatest method to carry out it.
As well as keep in mind, it is crucial that you test a whole lot just before you try the procedure. There are actually some folks who have efficiently generated manies 1000s of pictures through this technique.
One reliable technique is actually to attempt and also open up the photo to focus on it utilizing your computer mouse. If you receive an aimed picture at that point you may be certain that there is actually nothing to fret about.
If you continue doing this and the picture carries out not focus after that you need to have to ask yourself whether you are performing glitch or not. It is better to work on fixing the issues that protect against the graphic from being actually aimed or out correctly.
If you make sure that you have actually refrained from doing everything inappropriate as well as the picture is aimed, you can proceed to the next action. If the image still remains the exact same size, you need to remove the picture first before you perform anything else.
Why is it that individuals state that no one can hack in to a digital card audience? Does this mean that they are claiming that it can not be actually hacked? Does this method that no person can steal money coming from you using it?
The only cause that a person that is a hacker or a specialist in personal computers would certainly inform you that you may certainly not be hacked, is actually because the relevant information that is inside the memory cards is personal. If every common people were actually to have accessibility to the info that is actually on the cards, it would be a large catastrophe. It will only suggest that everyone will possess access to all the perks that an individual can easily have.
To steer clear of such an occasion, the only technique to make certain that no ordinary people would certainly have the capacity to access the records on the cards is actually by utilizing special software program that is used to hack them. The software application that can easily help you get the info that gets on your memory cards is actually a components that was actually particularly developed for it. If you know exactly how to utilize it as well as if you get the correct kind of tool, then you could be ensured that your info is actually safe.
Prior to our experts explain just how this works, let our team observe what is this specific equipment utilized for precisely? It is utilized to read through info from the memory cards that are actually inside your bag or pocketbook. You may easily make an effort to check out information that is actually inside the cards via the information on it.
You may read the records like the expiry date, the name of the bank card proprietor, the private identification number, and the CVV code. It will ask you whether you yearn for to make use of the card or certainly not when you are utilizing this tool.
After that, it will certainly then start scanning via the relevant information that is on the memory card. It will definitely recognize the information on the memory card through reviewing it. Once it reads through the relevant information, it will definitely at that point storeit into its own memory.


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Interest-Only Mortgage Calculator. How exactly to make use of the mortgage that is interest-Only
After practically disappearing through the Great Recession, interest-only mortgages are making a comeback. For a few borrowers, an interest-only home loan will offer a stylish option to minmise their mortgage repayments while preserving the choice in order to make payments against loan concept once they want.
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