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Catherine Kissick, 50, Orlando, Florida, a former senior vice president and head of Colonial Bank's Mortgage Warehouse Lending Division was sentenced to eight years in prison for her role in a more than $2.9 billion fraud scheme that contributed to the failures of Colonial Bank and Taylor, Bean & Whitaker (TBW). Colonial Bank was one of the 25 largest banks in the United States and TBW was one of the largest privately-held mortgage lending companies in the United States in 2009.
As previously reported by Mortgage Fraud Blog, Kissick pleaded guilty in March 2011 to one count of conspiracy to commit bank, wire and securities fraud. Co-conspirator Teresa Kelly, 35, Ocoee, Florida, a former operations supervisor at Colonial Bank who reported to Kissick, was also sentenced by Judge Brinkema to three months in prison. Kelly pleaded guilty in March 2011 to one count of conspiracy to commit bank, wire and securities fraud. Kissick and Kelly both admitted to conspiring with Lee Bentley Farkas, the former chairman of TBW, and others, to fraudulently obtain funding for TBW to cover expenses related to operations and servicing payments owed to third-party purchasers of loans and/or mortgage-backed securities.
Kissick was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema in the Eastern District of Virginia.
The sentence was announced by Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division; U.S. Attorney Neil H. MacBride for the Eastern District of Virginia; Acting Special Inspector General Christy Romero for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (SIGTARP); Assistant Director in Charge James W. McJunkin of the FBI's Washington Field Office; Michael P. Stephens, Deputy Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD-OIG); Jon T. Rymer, Inspector General of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC-OIG); Steve A. Linick, Inspector General of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA-OIG); and Victor S. O. Song, Chief of the Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI).
"As a senior bank official of Colonial Bank, Catherine Kissick had a fiduciary duty to speak up and report fraud but instead played an active role in perpetrating and concealing this large-scale fraud, including attempting to deceive the federal government and steal over $550 million from TARP," said Acting Special Inspector General for the TARP Romero. "SIGTARP and its partners in the Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force skillfully discovered the fraud and prevented the loss of significant taxpayer funds. SIGTARP will continue to vigorously investigate and prosecute persons who commit fraud or attempt to do so in connection with any program implemented under TARP, regardless of whether such person receives TARP funds."
"This was a complex investigation that required careful efforts of investigators, forensic accountants and analysts poring through thousands of pages of complicated mortgage and lending documents," said Assistant Director in Charge McJunkin. "Today's result is a testament to the hard work and close cooperation of our law enforcement partners. Together we are committed to ensuring the integrity of our banking and mortgage systems."
"We will continue to work side-by-side with our partners to protect the American dream and the American taxpayers and ensure that criminals who try to enrich themselves through fraud schemes are brought to justice," said Deputy Inspector General Stephens of HUD.
"The FDIC Office of Inspector General is pleased to join our law enforcement colleagues in defending the integrity of the financial services industry," said FDIC Inspector General Rymer. "We are particularly concerned in cases like this one where fraudulent activities involving employees of Colonial Bank and officials of Taylor Bean and Whitaker contributed to the failure of Colonial Bank, resulting in a $3.8 billion loss to the Deposit Insurance Fund. We are committed to continuing our investigations of such criminal misconduct to help maintain the safety and soundness of the nation's financial institutions and the viability of the fund."
"This sentence sends a strong message to individuals who would try to defraud Freddie Mac and American taxpayers, who have invested $64.2 billion in Freddie Mac to date," said Inspector General Linick of the FHFA-OIG. "FHFA-OIG looks forward to future cooperative efforts with law enforcement partners to combat fraud against FHFA, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, and the Federal Home Loan Banks."
"As a senior executive at Colonial Bank, Catherine Kissick helped execute one of the largest bank frauds in history," said Assistant Attorney General Breuer. "For years, she used her position within the bank to buy hundreds of millions of dollars in worthless assets from TBW, deceiving shareholders, investors and regulators. If she had refused to participate in the fraud, Lee Farkas' scheme could have been stopped dead in its tracks. Ms. Kissick ultimately cooperated with the government, and that assistance is reflected in today's sentence. But she, like her co-conspirators, will pay for her crimes with substantial time in prison."
"Lee Farkas pulled off one of history's largest bank frauds because he had people inside Colonial Bank with the power to do it and hide it," said U.S. Attorney MacBride. "Without help from Catherine Kissick-a high-level executive at one of the nation's top regional banks-the fraud scheme might have been discovered in its infancy. Her conviction and sentence should be a cautionary tale to other financial executives who may be tempted to bend the rules for favored clients."
The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Chief Patrick Stokes and Trial Attorney Robert Zink of the Criminal Division's Fraud Section and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Charles Connolly and Paul NThe case is being prosecuted by Deputy Chief Patrick Stokes and Trial Attorney Robert Zink of the Criminal Division's Fraud Section and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Charles Connolly and Paul Nathanson of the Eastern District of Virginia. This case was investigated by SIGTARP, FBI's Washington Field Office, FDIC-OIG, HUD-OIG, FHFA-OIG and the IRS-CI. The department recognizes the substantial assistance of the SEC. The department also recognizes the assistance of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the Department of the Treasury.
This prosecution was brought in coordination with President Barack Obama's Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force. President Obama established the interagency Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force to wage an aggressive, coordinated and proactive effort to investigate and prosecute financial crimes. The task force includes representatives from a broad range of federal agencies, regulatory authorities, inspectors general and state and local law enforcement who, working together, bring to bear a powerful array of criminal and civil enforcement resources. The task force is working to improve efforts across the federal executive branch, and with state and local partners, to investigate and prosecute significant financial crimes, ensure just and effective punishment for those who perpetrate financial crimes, combat discrimination in the lending and financial markets, and recover proceeds for victims of financial crimes. For more information about the task force visit: www.stopfraud.gov.


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1. Making a Massage Appointment
Call us directly on 07 3891 6555 and our friendly staff will do their best to find a suitable time, otherwise book online at www.nomoreknots.com.au
You will receive a text message to remind you of the time of your appointment. Please provide at least a days notice if you need to change your appointment as our therapists are busy and
2. Arrive at your appointment
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. This allows you to complete the required paperwork in time for your appointment.
3. Initial massage consultation
The Therapist will ask you a number of questions and perform an assessment to help you achieve the most from your session. They will then advise you what items of clothing may need to be required and how to position yourself on the bed. If you have any questions or concerns, please advise the therapist straight away. They are there to help you make the most out of you sessions and are always able to alter sessions for your comfort.
4. During your massage session
The therapist may perform a number of massage techniques. If any are uncomforable or you have any concerns, please advise the therapist immediately. At the end of your session, the therapist leave the room to allow you to get dressed.
5. After your massage session
The therapist will do a reassessment to determine the effect of the session and they will discuss a treatment plan for you to achieve your goals. You may receive some exercises to help you better sessions.
Please be aware that you might be a little tender after you massage for a day or two. Drink plenty of water and if you have any concerns, the please contact your therapist.


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Graphinder series articles
- Graphinder – Project Introduction
- Graphinder – I don't need this covered…
- Graphinder – Minimum Vertex Cover problem
- Graphinder – Simulated Annealing algorithm
- Graphinder – Code review yourself
- Graphinder – Genetic Algorithm – Introduction
- Graphinder – Genetic Algorithm – Selection
- Graphinder – Genetic Algorithm – Crossover
- Graphinder – Genetic Algorithm – Mutation
- Graphinder – Genetic Algorithm – Wrap up
- Graphinder – Monthly Progress Report – March
- Graphinder – Async IEnumerable with Rx.Net and IObservable
- Graphinder – Reporting progress with Rx.Net
- Graphinder – TDD and starting from red
- Graphinder – Domain models vs Persistence models
- Graphinder – Queries and Commands vs Repository pattern
- Graphinder – Encapsulating persistence layer
- Graphinder – Solution changes and nuget hell
- Graphinder – Monthly Progress Report – April
- Graphinder – Application architecture
- Graphinder – Resources planning on Azure
- Graphinder – Quick summary and what next
- Quick thoughts after Daj Sie Poznac 2016 finals
As promised in previous post about application architecture, I'd like to share few words on my (moment of hesitation here)
journey with resource planning on Azure. We'll play around with network configuration for our environment, define application and development endpoints and juggle with possible service plans to meet our needs.
Oh, I'd like to mention that I'm gonna show things in old (https://manage.windowsazure.com) Azure portal as not everything is possible in new one (shame, because I love the direction MSFT is push it). ☁
Network planning on Azure
Since we want to run quite a few microservices around with possibly lowest overhead possible (authenticating between services left out too if possible), planning a virtual network for our environment would be a good place to start.
Let's think of a simple network that would suit our needs:
Our points of interests here would be:
- Virtual machines – hosts for our applications; even if we're running App Service on Azure, it's still a virtual machine so I won't differentiate here
- Endpoints – actual ports opened either internally in virtual network or outside, through VM public address
- VPN gateway – point of accessing virtual network and operating inside of it while connecting from outside
Creating virtual network
As I've had lot of trouble with configuring VPN gateway on new portal, I will show most of deployment on old portal located @ https://manage.windowsazure.com.
Let's choose 'Networks' from left-hand menu, then create
New from bottom menu and go with
Custom Create.
Name the network, choose the region and on a next screen make sure to mark Configure a point-to-site VPN:
Few next screens will guide you with VPN configuration that is quite straightforward, so I won't go through it.
In case you have trouble, Cheryl McGuire got this covered on MSFT article Configure a Point-to-Site VPN connection to a VNet using the classic portal.
Provisioning of network along with VPN gateway may take up to 1h (was my case), so you need to have patience. 😥
Creating virtual machines
Whether its Windows Server or Linux machine you're aiming to deploy on Azure, it's important to put it in a virtual network we've created.
Since its impossible to do this later on, make sure you did not skip this part. On a
Create a virtual machine -> Virtual machine configuration part, there is a dropdown for selecting a region for your virtual machine:
It's easy to miss that you need to actually choose previously created virtual network here, so that VM would belong to it.
On a same screen you will also have a possibility to define endpoints for your virtual machine. You can leave them as they are for now and define/change them later from either new or old Azure portal.
Example endpoints generated by Azure wizard:
Watching out the cost
When deploying your environment to Azure, you need to take into account costs of VM and VPN gateway, as they would hurt the most.
Both virtual machine and gateway will be charged for amount of time it is enabled, no matter if you're using it or not.
As for virtual machines, you can actually stop them, so they become deallocated and you won't be charged
As for VPN gateway, there is no such an option and you are forced to delete it if not in use.
You might want to use a public port for RDP access to your machines if that's fine for you tough.


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How to Choose a Solo Travel Destination (As a Newbie)
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Pediatric dentistry (formerly Pedodontics/Paedodontics) primarily focuses on children from birth through adolescence. The American Dental Association (ADA), recognizes pediatric dentistry as a specialty, and therefore requires dentists to undertake
two or three years of additional training after completing a general dentistry degree. At the end of this training, the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry issues a unique diploma (Diplomate ABPD). Some pediatric dentists (pedodontists)
opt to specialize in oral care for children with special needs, specifically children with autism, varying levels of mental retardation, or cerebral palsy.
One of the most important components of pediatric dentistry is child psychology. Pediatric dentists are trained to create a friendly, fun, social atmosphere for visiting children, and always avoid threatening words like "drill," "needle," and "injection."
Dental phobias beginning in childhood often continue into adulthood, so it is of paramount importance that children have positive experiences and find their "dental home" as early as possible.
Pediatric dentists fulfill many important functions pertaining to the child's overall oral health and hygiene. They place particular emphasis on the proper maintenance and care of deciduous (baby) teeth, which are instrumental in facilitating good
chewing habits, proper speech production, and also hold space for permanent teeth.
Other important functions include:
Education – Pediatric dentists educate the child using models, computer technology, and child-friendly terminology, thus emphasizing the importance of keeping teeth strong and healthy. In addition, they advise parents
on disease prevention, trauma prevention, good eating habits, and other aspects of the home hygiene routine.
Monitoring growth – By continuously tracking growth and development, pediatric dentists are able to anticipate dental issues and quickly intervene before they worsen. Also, working towards earlier corrective treatment preserves
the child's self-esteem and fosters a more positive self-image.
Prevention – Helping parents and children establish sound eating and oral care habits reduces the chances of later tooth decay. In addition to providing check ups and dental cleanings, pediatric dentists are also able to apply dental
sealants and topical fluoride to young teeth, advise parents on thumb- sucking/pacifier/smoking cessation, and provide good demonstrations of brushing and flossing.
Intervention – In some cases, pediatric dentists may discuss the possibility of early oral treatments with parents. In the case of oral injury, malocclusion (bad bite), or bruxism (grinding), space maintainers may be fitted, a nighttime
mouth guard may be recommended, or reconstructive surgery may be scheduled.
If you have questions or concerns about pediatric dentistry, please contact our office.
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Highest Recommendation to Dr. Goldberg and everyone at Windsor Park Dental
My experience with Dr. Goldberg and his staff at Windsor Park Dental was very positive and a real blessing! From the moment I walk into the office, I was made to feel welcome and comfortable both by the friendly competence of the staff and the pleasant environment of the office itself. Dr. Goldberg inspires the utmost confidence by his friendly and caring smile and by his wealth of knowledge, skill, and professionalism. Dr. Goldberg took the time to explain every procedure he was doing. For example, I recently got my teeth whitened and 4 porcelain crowns done by Dr. Goldberg and his assistants. Everyone was very supportive, and thorough when explaining all the procedures clearly and did not pressure me at all. Thank you Dr. Goldberg for the great experience and quality work you have done on my teeth, I can't stop smiling!!! Kudos and the highest recommendation to Dr. Goldberg and everyone at Windsor Park Dental!- Diane
RateMD, Apr 11, 2017
After going to a terrible dentist for years, i'm so relieved to have found Dr.G!
This man is amazing. His reception staff were patient & kind in dealing with me and my blue cross coverage. His hygenists (I had 2 different ones) were both lovely and took the time to answer the million questions I had about my root canal. The facility is very clean and overall a comfortable environment. Best of all is Dr. G... He is so smart and makes sure that his patient is well taken care of. He was not judgemental and didn't lecture me about why I had a cavity. For the first time in 25 years I actually look forward to going back to the dentist.
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I am a 64 year old male who thought his time in the dentist's chair was over. Unfortunately, this was not the case. A blister on my gum over my upper front tooth - which already had a root canal and a crown firmly in place for many years - indicated that there was a serious problem. X-rays revealed that the tooth was cracked to the end and that it needed to be extracted. Without going into great detail, suffice it to say that the only solution was to remove this crown and the three neighbouring ones and replace them all with a single bridge of four crowns. Major work! An appointment was set up. I dreaded the inevitable. However I didn't need to! Throughout the whole procedure, Dr. Goldberg and his staff made sure that I was comfortable - without even the slightest hint of any pain - and kept me informed as to what exactly was going on in my mouth. (I think I relaxed to the point of nodding off!) Now that the initial work is done, I am please to say that it looks fantastic! Dr. Goldberg has arranged for me to come in once a month for him to see that everything is healing properly. No other dentist that I've ever had has ever arranged for such follow-up. Dr. Goldberg's compassion, his knowledge and expertise, and his sense of professionalism make him a truly outstanding dentist. I am so glad I found him and do recommend him very highly.
RateMD, Apr 7, 2015
Very impressed with Dr. Goldberg's professionalism, demeanour and sensitivity to the patient's needs. I sought out(internet) the top dentist in Winnipeg because i was disgusted with work being done on 2 complicated teeth by a dentist who was more interested in collecting $$$ than helping me. Dr. Goldberg, in contrast was very sensitive to my needs and position and was very resourceful in saving a tooth. He was extremely warm and professional and kept me constantly informed about the procedures he was doing (unlike the prev. dentist who did procedures without my permission).Finally the best aspect was that Dr. Goldberg was able to do root canals and other procedures so i was not forced to go to 3 specialists to get the same work done.
DemandForce, Feb 9, 2013
The most amazing experience I had, this doctor is a gem in this city. I went in not knowing what to expect as I got his name from the internet. I had a root canal in really bad shape and most recommendations I got was that it needed to be wrench out but I was desperate to save it so that's what brought me to Dr. Goldberg. I live nowhere near this place and must admit I was skepitcal as to what he would be able to do for me as my own dentist of > 10yrs exhausted all options. To make a long story short, Dr. Goldberg did wonders and I could actually say that he went above and beyond to try to salvage my tooth. Most dentist would have gave in but Dr. Goldberg actually show lots of enthusiasm to the challenge. He's earn my respect & business, I am not one to jump ships especially after 10+ years w/ my dentist and don't plan to unless my dentist retires but I have two kids who will be going to Dr. Goldberg from here on. THANK YOU DR.GOLDBERG, CONTINUE DOING WHAT YOU DO BEST!
Rate MD, March 3, 2012
Very good and she (Dr. Ferrer) knows what she is doing.
RateMD.com, December 10, 2013
I have been a patient of Dr. Goldberg for over 15 years. He has administered several different treatments for me and his knowledge, technique, concern and friendly demeanor has always benefited me tremendously. He has always been very punctual as I have not spent wasted time waiting for my appointed time for treatment. His staff is also reflected very positively in my rating. :)
Rate MD, February 14th, 2012
After some scary childhood dental experiences , I started going to Dr. Goldberg at Windsor Park Dental more than 20 years ago. Dr. Goldberg and all his staff are friendly, courteous and do great work. The office is super clean, and they are particularly great with kids. I now take my daughter there and would definitely recommend Windsor Park Dental, especially for anyone with young children.
AJ - GooglePlaces, April 19th, 2011
I have been seeing Dr. Goldberg for many many years now as well as my three children. Now I have a granddaughter and I will not hesitate to recommend him to her. He is always available for questions and never seems to be rushed. I had to call him on the weekend one time because my son suffered a rash from the freezing of the day before and he was just as pleasant on a Saturday as he is during the week. Excellent doctor!! No need to fear dentists when you have Dr. Goldberg as your denstist.
Rate MD, January 9, 2008
After some awful childhood experiences with an "old school" dentist, I started as a patient of Dr. Bobby over 20 years ago and have never looked back. He is calm, caring and does excellent work. All the staff at Windsor Park Dental are very friendly and the office is spotless. I now take my daughter to Dr. Bobby and would never think of going anywhere else. I would recommend Windsor Park Dental to anyone, especially if they have kids or fear of going to the dentist.
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Cavity Filling
Cavity Fillings in Evansville
Dental Associates West offers cavity fillings that strengthen and restore teeth and protect them against further decay.
From affordable composite fillings for a chipped tooth to porcelain fillings that provide long-lasting durability, our restorative options are far superior to silver amalgam fillings.
Issues With Silver Fillings
Silver amalgam fillings have been in use for at least 100 years, yet this shiny substance doesn't match natural tooth color, and it contains traces of other metals that could be harmful for people with specific metal allergies or sensitivities. At our office, we use metal-free dental fillings and custom-tint them to match your natural teeth.
Tooth Filling Process
Dental fillings are among the most affordable restorative option, and it may be possible to fill multiple cavities in a single appointment.
During a tooth cavity filling appointment, a dentist will first administer a local anesthetic before using one or more tools to remove decay from the affected tooth. Once the decay has been removed, the filling material is applied.
Patients may experience slight jaw soreness after a filling appointment, but the procedure is generally painless.
Tooth-Colored Fllings
Just like skin color or hair color, tooth color can vary quite a bit from person to person. At Dental Associates West, we ensure that each filling is custom-tinted to perfectly blend in with the rest of the tooth.
If you're considering professional tooth whitening at our office, you may wish to schedule that before getting fillings. Whitening systems may not whiten bonded fillings as evenly as natural teeth. We also offer veneers as a way to repair and whiten all teeth, for a uniform appearance.
Why Fillings Are Important
Nearly everyone will have some degree of tooth decay in his or her lifetime, and fillings offer a simple solution for preventing further damage to teeth. If left untreated, a cavity can erode the interior of the tooth, causing pain and raising the risk of infection.
Cavities can form in places that are difficult to see, but when you have regular dental exams, your dentist can spot cavities you might have missed. Cavities are much easier to treat in the early stages, before they've done much damage.
Are you due for a dental checkup? Contact us today to schedule an appointment. We offer comprehensive dental care for the whole family, including restorative and cosmetic dentistry, at affordable rates.


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We aren't completely sure who said that. Maybe it was Goliath, maybe it was David, maybe it was Judge Judy or maybe it was Kanye or Cher, but at Hirons we make sure what we put in writing counts.
There is no maybe about it at Hirons, we mean what we write, and we write what we mean. We write messaging loud and clear, so there is no confusion where the messaging is coming from and where it belongs because we know the power of PRINT and PLACEMENT.
"Masters of integrated branding and community outreach."Lisa Harris
"Highly effective TV and media buying - experts at lead generation."Tamela Grabb
"Delivers on business-to-business."Matt Maguire
"Hirons simply understands Indiana's complex issues."Art Logsdon
"The TV spots are very effective. Hirons enhanced our branding tremendously. "Steve Kidwell
"Hirons' Credit Freeze TV campaign cut through the clutter and got results."Staci Schneider
"My go-to experts for strategic communication."Krista Sohm
"Their branding work stands the test of time."Willie M. Reed, DVM, Ph.D.
"They build bridges between government and the private sector."Brandon Clifton
"Their ability to get to the heart of a brand is exciting."Bob Heuchan
"Research based – results oriented. They get it."Rob McLin
"Creative so beautiful I would hang it on my walls as art."Ernie Vargo
"Amazing results every time."Lee Marchant
"Bold creative with strength in digital and social communications."Molly Deuberry Craft
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"At a critical time, Hirons hit the right notes."Jessica R. Di Santo
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Amazon Is No. 1 on the 2018 LinkedIn Top Companies List
Last year's leader, Alphabet, came in second
Amazon vaulted its way to the top of the 2018 LinkedIn Top Companies list, swapping positions with last year's leader, Google parent Alphabet, which came in second.
They were joined in the top five by Facebook (No. 3, No. 3 in 2017), Salesforce (No. 4, No. 4 last year) and Tesla (No. 5, up from No. 6 in 2017).
LinkedIn said it complies its list based on "the billions of actions of our 540 million-plus members," adding that it "looks at data including job seeker reach and interest, engagement and retention, paired with an editorial lens."
Twitter experienced the biggest drop in the rankings, falling to No. 43 from No. 17 in 2017, and Uber also took a hit, dropping from No. 5 to No. 12.
Spotify, which filed for an initial public offering late last month, was the top newcomer to the list, at No. 11.
Other notable newcomers included LVMH (No. 19), the National Basketball Association (No. 33), Nike (No. 35) and the National Football League (No. 39).
LinkedIn also shared the following "insights, perks and trends":
- Amazon now prepays 95 percent of tuition, textbooks and fees for employees looking to be trained in "professions of the future."
- The newest offices at Alphabet include "sky-high dog parks, outdoor fire pits and bouldering walls."
- Facebook extended its bereavement leave policy to up to 20 days.
- Salesforce conducts "continuous audits" of its salary data, spending $6 million to help ensure that compensation at the company is equal across gender and race.
- Tesla offers a carpool program that allows employees to drive one of its cars to work and keep it on weekends.
- Apple employees get 25 percent discounts on its devices.
- Employees of Comcast NBC Universal get free entry to Universal theme parks, discounts on resorts and early access to movies and television shows.
- Disney invested $50 million earlier this year in an ongoing education program to cover tuition costs for its hourly employees.
- Oracle encourages its developers to file patents.
- Netflix doesn't have set policies on vacation time, paid parental leave, dress code or expenses, trusting its employees to "do what they think is best for Netflix."


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Mexico Mobile and Alternative Payments Industry Studied in Cutting-Edge Report by Packaged Facts
17 May 2013 • by Natalie Aster
The Federal Telecommunications Commission (Comision Federal de Telecomunicaciones, or SCT) is the government agency principally responsible for regulating telecommunication services. It also has broad powers to monitor compliance with concessions, and it can require industry participants to supply the SCT with such technical, administrative and financial information as it may request. For example, Telcel is required to publish its annual network expansion program and must advise the SCT of the progress of its program on a quarterly basis.
According to the report "Mobile and Alternative Payments in Mexico" by Packaged Facts, Cofetel is an independent agency within the SCT, with five commissioners appointed by the President of Mexico, one of whom is appointed as chairman. Cofetel's mandate is to regulate the Mexican telecommunications sector. Many of the powers and obligations of the SCT under the Federal Telecommunications Law and the telecommunications regulations have been delegated to Cofetel. In January 2012, the Supreme Court of Justice ruled that Cofetel has exclusive authority over matters related to mobile phone interconnection rates.
Report Details:
Mobile and Alternative Payments in Mexico
Published: April, 2013
Pages: 150
Price: US$ 4,250.00
The Federal Telecommunications Law gives certain rights to the Mexican government in its relations with industry participants, including the right to take over the management of an operator's networks, facilities and personnel in cases of imminent danger to national security, internal peace or the national economy, natural disasters and public unrest.
More information can be found in the report "Mobile and Alternative Payments in Mexico" by Packaged Facts.
To order the report or ask for sample pages contact [email protected]
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Rose-Breasted Grosbeak
"The wind blows wherever it wishes; you hear the sound it makes, but you do not know where it comes from or where it is going. It is like this with everyone born of the spirit." (John 3:8)
I'm no mathematician. But with a migration pattern that ranges from Canada to South America, I would say that the odds of a Rose- Breasted Grosbeak landing on my bird feeder in Houston, TX are pretty slim. Yet, within 3 days of my husband spotting a Rose- Breasted Grosbeak during our anniversary trip (and being dismayed over the fact that I missed the special sighting), this very bird showed up in our backyard! As I observed this colorful bird, known as the "opera singer" of the birding kingdom, I couldn't help but meditate upon what Jesus said about people born of the Spirit: "The wind blows wherever it wishes; you hear the sound it makes, but you do not know where it comes from or where it is going." (John 3:8)
Has God ever called you to a seemingly impossible task that you either felt ill equipped for or too inadequate to finish?
Like migratory birds must learn to depend on wind currents and optimal weather conditions to aid them in their long journeys, God calls us to depend on the Holy Spirit for our spiritual journeys. We may not understand where the wind comes from or where it is going. But whether it is the gentle breeze that grazes our faces or stronger winds that blow in with greater force, like hurricanes, we recognize the wind by its feel and impact. So it is with the Holy Spirit. As we put our faith in Jesus Christ, God sends the power of his Holy Spirit to fill, expand, and inhabit these mortal bodies of ours. The more we yield to his power working in us, the less we feel the need to strive, struggle, or compete. In union with Christ, we have become heirs to the king of kings, our eternal future is secure, and our happiness is made complete. As our lives are inwardly transformed, the Holy Spirit empowers us with the capacity to serve God, expand his kingdom, and impact the world around us. We may not see the Holy Spirit or even understand where he comes from, but there is no denying the power of His presence and impact of His witness manifest in/through us.
Although the Rose- Breasted Grosbeak continued on his journey the following morning, I was left feeling somewhat relieved to realize that the capacity I have to know, love, and serve God has nothing to do with me and everything to do with the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit! Naturally, I'm ever hopeful to see the Rose-Breasted Grosbeak again next year. After all, you never know which way the wind may blow!:)
Inspired by the Nature of God
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'SALT' is the stunning second single from a crew out of Sydney called Royal Friends, featuring the guest vocals of Sydney indie-pop singer-songwriter Amy Rose, it is a very impressive offering of their spaciously ambient, electronic sound.
I think we all need to keep our eyes on Royal Friends, and you can do so via the below.
https://www.facebook.com/royalfriendsmusic | https://soundcloud.com/royalfriends


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Gregory A. Ross, 31, of Renton has been charged with vehicular homicide in the car accident deaths of Jessica Stenseth, 23, and her passenger, Kiana Cormier.
The King County prosecutor's office says that Ross was driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs when he ran a red light and hit the car the two young women were riding in.
The police report said that Ross failed field sobriety tests, fell asleep during questioning and was found with a crack pipe in his pocket. Ross is being held on $1 million bail.
Ross' prior criminal record includes convictions for fourth-degree assault, third-degree theft, harassment and false reporting.
Washington vehicle code RCW 46.61.520 provides that a driver can be charged with vehicular homicide if someone is killed in a car accident and the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time.
This information is provided by Washington Injury Attorney blog, a service of The Farber Law Group. We represent the victims of drunken drivers and their families.
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Praise has been heaped on a brave little girl who came to the rescue when her mum started fitting at home.
Eight-year-old Emily Parton jumped into action when her mum collapsed on her bedroom floor in the middle of the night.
Emily immediately called her step-dad and granddad for help before swiftly dialling 999.
The Stockton schoolgirl spoke to call handler Emma Roche who stayed on the phone until the ambulance crew arrived.
Emma, who has been answering the region's 999 calls for the last three years, was so impressed with the way Emily handled the situation that she decided to nominate her for a North East Ambulance Service bravery award.
"Emily was the calmest little eight-year-old I've ever heard," said Emma, 34.
"Many adults really freak out when someone is fitting and you can understand why, it can be quite frightening."
All the while, Emily, who goes to Rosebrook Primary School, continued to take care of younger sisters Millie-Mae, aged four, and two-year-old Lexi, at their house in Hardwick.
"For Emily to be able to stay calm and not only look after her mam but her younger siblings at the same time was amazing to hear," said Emma.
"Lexi actually started crying while she was on the phone to me.
"Very calmly, after checking her mam's breathing and making sure she was on her side and that there no objects in the way, she went to console her sister.
"She even managed to put me on hold so she could answer the phone to her granddad and found the key to let him in.
"As a mum myself, I can only imagine how frightening it must have been for her but there was just no panic in her voice at all. She did really, really well and I just wanted to recognise her for that."
Emily's mum, Kelly Parton forewarned Emily that she felt unwell at about 1am on March 4.
She then collapsed on her daughter's bedroom floor.
Emily said: "She came in to my room and woke me up and asked me to call her an ambulance. I turned round for one second and she had a fit on the floor.
"It was quite scary but I knew the paramedics would come and help my mam.
"I think it's great I've got this award. I can't wait to show my friends!"
Kelly, 31, said: "I do have quite a lot of seizures so it's not the first time Emily's had to call 999.
"It's really nice for her to be recognised, she really deserves it. She's over the moon."


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I am Bidesh Kumar Mitra; I work as a Tour Package Planner for Bangladesh. I am making the plan for the tourist a daily base. In this tour plan, the traveler will only pay directly, and we will suggest. I am giving details of my working area below:
Information May Need for The Traveling Time
- Airport Name, Where traveler's destination
- Name of the airlines, which will be better for travel
- Provide airfare cost
- Distance from Airport to Hotel
- Transportation cost of Airport to hotel
- Name, cost, and area of the hotel
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Bangladesh is a growing country. Visitors come here for business and as a tourist also. Sundarbans and Cox's Bazaar are the main tourist attractions in Bangladesh. The country has a long and rich history.
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A traveler from West Bengal India wants to visit Bangladesh on 12 December for three days. His primary detonations are Dhaka and Loknath Ashram Barodi, Narayangang. Both he had visited in his childhood. He wants to visit these places again. Here are his tour details on a daily base.
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- Visitor Name: Mr. XXX Kumar
- Coming From Kolkata, India
- Destination: Dhaka
- Airport Name: Hazrat Shahjalal Airport, Dhaka
- Airlines are Available: Jet Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Air India
- Airfare cost: One way – $80 to $120/-, Return – $140 to $200/-
- Hotel Name: Hotel PurBani
- Address: 1 Dilkusha Rd, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh, Phone:+880 2-9552229
- The hotel is in central Dhaka; it is also a main commercial area in Dhaka.
- A hotel may cost $70/- per day
- Distance from AirPort: 45 minutes to 1 hour (if no traffic jam)
- Transportation Cost from AirPort to hotel: $10-20/
- If you are a tourist, you need to start the journey from morning 7 to 7:30 am.
- For the inside city tours, tourists can use micro-bus, it may cost $80 -100/ per day with fuel.
- Common foods are Rice, Fish, Meat, Dal, Vegetable
- December is winter season – Temperature is within 14-22 Celsius
- The nearest police station is Motijell Thana
- Local city transportation is: Riksh, Bus, GNG(Auto), rented car
- City transportation system is unorganized, working days have very rush and jam
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- 1 Day: Reached at Hotel at 11 am, take shower and dinner
- One day: Evening at 3:30 to 4:00 pm Dhakeshawary Mandir and Dhaka University area.
- One day: Back hotel within 11 pm
- 2 day: Morning 7:00 am leave for Barodi Baba Loknah Ashram, it is 137 Km from Dhaka at Sonargaon Upazila in Narayanganj districts. It will take a minimum half-day maximum the full day.
- Transportation: by public bus of the Private microbus. By public bus will cost within $10 up down and Private micro may cost $70-100/- up down
- Two days: Back to hotel evening, May takes rest, shower, dinner and city tour or shopping. New Market, Basundhara is a marketplace.
- Two days: Back hotel within 11 pm
- Three days Make a list of destinations and take a car or Riksh for the city tour. It may take the whole day. Do not forget to travel Dhaka Museum and Zoo at Mirpur.
- 4 Day: Leaving day. Make preparation for leaving the hotel, if the flight is in the evening then take a short distance tour. Remember, you have to reach the airport 2:30 hours before the flight departure and on the road it may take a minimum of 1:30 hour.
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Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol content: 12%
The grapes are harvested during the second fortnight of August. After a short cold maceration period followed by sedimentation the must is fermented, with absolute limpidity. Fermentation is slow and at 16ºC to preserve the valued raw material.
Recommended with aperitif, starters, salads, fish and sellfish.
Limpid and translucent, pale yellow in colour with iridescences which bring to mind white gold. The varieties demostrate their potencial in the bouquet with the harmonious conjunction of white fruits aromas (orange blossom, peach,pear), apple and herbal aromas (fennel and aniseed). The bouquet is confirmed on the palate and the sensations of volume and balanced with acidity afterwards. A harmony that can leave no one indifferent.
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What is Mailmark?
Mailmark, introduced by Royal Mail in 2014, is a new generation of franking mark that replaces the traditional 'town and crown' die with a faster, machine-readable, state-of-the-art 2D barcode.
The 2D barcode contains readable information, including who sent the item, where the item is, and when it's going out for delivery. The Mailmark barcode also provides what Royal Mail describes as 'an extra dimension of information', adding precision reporting and analytics to allow businesses to better understand the allocation of resources to the mail function, as well as custom reporting to check on the status of mail and the quality of address data. In order to use the Mailmark franking technology, a Mailmark-enabled franking machine is required.
What are the benefits of Mailmark-enabled franking machines?
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Using Mailmark's state-of-the-art barcode technology, Mailmark-enabled franking machines – even the basic models – can process large volumes of mail quickly and accurately. Mailmark franked mail can be dropped at any Post Office – saving you a trip – or you can set up a regular business collection to streamline your mail activity and get the best value for money.
In addition to this, Mailmark-enabled franking machines automatically update postage rates. When Royal Mail change their postage rates for the year, you would normally have to call an engineer and arrange for a time for them to change it manually. However, with Mailmark-enabled franking machines, software is integrated into the franking machine that updates postage rates automatically if necessary, ensuring you are always up to date and paying the correct postage.
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One of the main benefits of Mailmark is the postage rates that are available. Mailmark is considerably cheaper than buying stamps or pre-paid postage and the money saved on franking via Mailmark could then be allocated to different mail and print activities. Using Mailmark, you can save up to a third on postage costs – with a typical first-class Mailmark letter costing 12p less than a stamp.
You can also upload postage as credit, as and when you need to, and you can monitor your expenditure and franking machine usage to get informed insight into your print and mail environment. For more information on how much you can save by using Mailmark, please see Royal Mail's price table – effective as of 26 March, 2018.
- Insight into your mail environment
Data captured within the 2D barcode not only allows you to get insight into where your mail is and when it goes out for delivery, but also allows you to monitor your expenditure and report on your franking machine usage. Information is then compiled online via an online analytics dashboard – and in one click you can see when their mail has arrived or when it's predicted to arrive. Having access to this kind of reporting can help you to improve your mail processes and identify where you can cut costs in relation to franking.
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Despite having been around for just four years, Mailmark is already the 'franking standard for the future' and is increasingly used by businesses that send large volumes and/or different types of mail. As a direct result of its effectiveness, Royal Mail has stated that more products and services that utilise Mailmark will be developed in the future. Purchasing, renting or leasing a Mailmark-enabled franking machine is a must for your business, especially as digital technologies for mail analytics and performance reporting are incorporated into the process!


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The Legends Cup, formerly known as the Lingerie Bowl, is the championship game of the Legends Football League (formerly Lingerie Football League). It features a game of full-contact American football with female athletes playing seven-on-seven tackle football. The players in the game wear helmets, shoulder pads, elbow pads, knee pads, and performance wear. Originally played as an annual Super Bowl halftime alternative shown on pay-per-view TV, Lingerie Bowl I aired during Super Bowl XXXVIII in 2004 with Team Euphoria losing to the Team Dream by a score of 6-0. Two more games were subsequently played (Lingerie Bowl II in 2005 and Lingerie Bowl III in 2006) however the next three (Lingerie Bowl IV (2007), Lingerie Bowl V (2008) and Lingerie Bowl VI (2009)) were for various reasons cancelled. In 2010 Producer Horizon Productions expanded the concept into a ten team league called the Lingerie Football League (LFL), playing its first season from September 2009 to January 2010 on Friday nights in major arenas and stadiums. Lingerie Bowl VII (2010) served as the championship match for the season. Since then the Lingerie Bowl has been contested between the Eastern and Western Conference champions of the LFL. For the 2012 Lingerie Bowl, the game was moved to kickoff before the Super Bowl, rather than be played as an alternative halftime entertainment option. In 2012 the LFL underwent a re-branding, changing its name to the Legends Football League and the championship game to the Legends Cup.


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Spring is just a few more 12-foot snowbanks away from us now.
On March 20, the first day of spring, we might get a warm, sunny day – or another wintry blizzard. We'll keep the wood stoves and snow-blowers ready for whatever nature gives us.
Until then, we're in the comfort-food season, the icicle part of the year when boots and mittens and scarves are essential to our outdoor excursions and solid, hearty fare heightens the contrast of coming back indoors. Sustenance isn't quite enough – in winter, we also hunger for defining flavors that help to make our meals more memorable.
In our kitchens, we can celebrate these snowy months with hot, spicy chicken and soothing cinnamon-scented apple walnut cake.
Hot Chicken Dippers with Blue Cheese Dressing
The recipe is from G. M. Joachim's "A Taste of It All, Celebrating the Mood of Food," published by Thyme & Moss Publishing, P.O. Box 1148, Millinocket, ME 04462.
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
Wash chicken and pat dry. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a glass bowl or food storage bag.
Marinade and Cooking Sauce
1/4 cup hot sauce (recipe follows)
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Whisk marinade ingredients together; pour over chicken pieces and marinate, refrigerated, for 2 hours. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Pour chicken and marinade into a glass baking dish and bake for 15-18 minutes. Serve immediately with celery ribs and blue cheese dressing (recipe follows).
Blue Cheese Dressing
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons light buttermilk
3 tablespoons light sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons rice or white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Mash the blue cheese and buttermilk together in a shallow bowl, leaving some small chunks of blue cheese intact if preferred. Stir in the remaining ingredients and refrigerate until ready to use.
Serves 4 to 6.
Katahdin Red Hot Sauce
40 fresh hot red chili peppers (mixture of habaneras, cherry bombs, serranos, etc.), stems removed
1 head roasted garlic
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup apple cider vinegar
Coarsely chop the peppers. Except for the vinegar, place all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the vinegar and stir until well blended. Remove from heat and cool for 1 hour.
Place the cooled pepper mixture in a blender and puree. Separate into small containers, which may be frozen until ready to use. Will last up to 8-10 weeks in refrigerator.
Chunky Apple Walnut Cake with Apple Cider Glaze
This dark, moist, chunky apple cake looks its special best when baked in a Bundt pan. It is glazed, not iced, with a wintry mix of butter, sugar, cider, orange juice, cream and Calvados, the apple brandy from Normandy.
The recipe is from Julee Rosso's and Sheila Lukins' "The Silver Palate Cookbook," published by Workman in 1984.
In 2007, Workman published the "Silver Palate Cookbook, 25th Anniversary Edition."
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil, plus extra for greasing the pan
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, sifted
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole wheat flour, sifted
1 1/4 cups shelled walnuts, coarsely chopped
3 1/4 cups coarse chunks of peeled and cored Rome Beauty apples
3 tablespoons Calvados or applejack
Apple Cider Glaze (recipe follows)
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Grease a 10-inch round cake pan.
In a large bowl, beat the vegetable oil and sugar until thick and opaque. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Sift together the all-purpose flour, cloves, cinnamon, mace, baking soda and salt, then stir in the whole wheat flour. Add to the oil and egg mixture and mix until well blended.
Add the walnuts, apple chunks, and Calvados all at once and stir the batter until the pieces are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean, 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Let the cake rest for 10 minutes, then unmold and pour the glaze over the warm cake, or cut the cake and pour the glaze over the slices.
Makes one 10-inch cake, 10-12 portions.
Apple Cider Glaze
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons Calvados or applejack
4 tablespoons sweet cider
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stir in both sugars.
Add the remaining ingredients, stir, raise the heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat slightly and cook for 4 minutes.
Remove from the heat and cool slightly. Pour while still warm over the warm cake.
Makes 1 1/2 cups.
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Maggie believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship in creating and promoting positive change. She focuses on the individual strengths of each adolescent and family by increasing their self-esteem, and working with them to create a happier, more fulfilling life. She specializes in teen therapy, treating teens experiencing problems with mood and at-risk behaviors.
Clients find her easy to relate to, warm, focused, and energetic. Maggie understands teen development and current adolescent struggles, which helps her in supporting families and parents in their goals of improving communication and functioning.
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Maggie obtained her BA in Psychology at Kenyon College and her MSW at the Catholic University of America. Maggie holds her licensure at the clinical level in Virginia (LCSW) and the District of Columbia (LICSW).
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Rental properties can be a great investment. From the cash flow to the security of owning a real asset, real estate investors have known for a long time that rental properties are an amazing asset to keep in your portfolio. But one question persists that needs to be answered before you invest, "What makes a good rental property in Orlando?"
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Background and study aims
This study aims to establish an alternative treatment for patients with two particular forms of Tenosynovitis; Trigger Finger disease or De Quervains. These separate pathologies constitute the majority of referrals from our local GP practices to our Musculoskeletal Clinical Assessment, Triage and Therapy Service (MCATTS) at Guy's & St Thomas Hospitals.
A tendon is a strong tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone. In these cases the tendons come from muscles in the forearm and attach to the bones of the thumb or fingers, by passing through the palm. The muscle pulling on these tendons bend the fingers towards the palm, or straighten the thumbs. Tendons are encased within a tunnel of tissue called a tendon sheath that covers and protects the tendons, whilst allowing them to slide in and out without any friction. When the sheath becomes inflamed this is termed tenosynovitis.
In trigger finger disease the tendon cannot easily slide back in due to the swelling of the tendon or the sheath. The finger can become locked unless you straightened forcefully. In De Quevains disease, the tendons that straighten the thumb are involved due to a tenosynovitis. The typical symptom is pain over your wrist at the base of your thumb that is made worse by activity and eased by rest.
Laser therapy has shown clinical success in a wide variety of musculoskeletal and wound healing scenarios. This study aims to quantify the effect of laser therapy on the treatment of trigger finger disease in diabetic and non-diabetic groups and De Quervains Tenosynovitis.
The study shall quantify both the effectiveness of laser by reducing symptoms, finger-locking, and improving function. We also aim to establish the duration of treatment required for both in terms of hospital visits, and days from the initial consultation.
Who can participate?
Any patient 18 years of age or older with full mental capacity and no active cancer
What does the study involve?
There are 3 groups in this study:
1. Trigger finger in non-diabetics
2. Trigger finger in diabetics
3. Patients with De Quervains
We will expect to recruit about 30 patients in each group and randomly assign half into receiving laser therapy (receiving 2 sessions a week for 6 weeks), and half to splinting (for 6 weeks).
If patients have not improved in either group we will then proceed to our standard level of care.
What are the possible benefits and risks of participating?
Currently each trigger finger disease and De Quervains are managed by splinting, proceeding to steroid injections and then ultimately surgery. Steroid injections can be very painful, and can increase the risk of infection and tendon rupture. In diabetics it has also been shown to affect blood sugar levels for more than 5 days, which can be problematic in insulin controlled diabetics. Surgery carries further risks of pain, infection, bleeding and scarring.
K-laser is a non-invasive alternative that avoids all of these potential risks. There has not been a single reported case of any form of complication associated with high intensity laser therapy. There are however many examples of where this novel treatment modality can enhance recovery of different forms of tendonitis and chronic inflammatory changes. The risk profile associated with this study is therefore negligible based on published evidence.
Where is the study run from?
The Hand therapy department, Third Floor, Lambeth Wing, St Thomas Hospital
When is the study starting and how long is it expected to run for?
The study is expected to run from June 2013-June 2014
Who is funding the study?
Guys & St Thomas NHS Trust
Who is the main contact?
Mr Mohammed Tahir
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Study information
Scientific title
Laser therapy in treatment of Trigger Finger and De Quervains: a randomised control trial
Study hypothesis
High intensity laser therapy is effective in treating inflammatory hand conditions including trigger finger and de quervains tenosynovitis.
Ethics approval
Not provided at time of registration
Study design
Randomised control trial
Primary study design
Secondary study design
Randomised controlled trial
Trial setting
Trial type
Patient information sheet
Not available in web format, please use the contact details below to request a patient information sheet
Trigger finger disease, De Quervains tenosynovitis
There are 3 groups in this study:
1. Trigger finger in non-diabetics:
1.1. 15 patients treated with Laser therapy
1.2. 15 patients treated with splinting
2. Trigger finger in diabetics:
2.1. 15 patients treated with Laser therapy
2.2. 15 patients treated with splinting
3. Patients with De Quervains:
3.1.15 patients treated with Laser therapy
3.2. 15 patients treated with splinting
All K-laser patients are treated twice weekly for 6 weeks, at a fixed dosage of 6-8 Joules/cm2 and average power density of 1-2 Watts/cm2 with the treatment time to be adjusted based on the treatment size of the individual patient.
The Laser Treatment Parameters:
Wavelengths employed:
1. 660 nm (average power of 50 mW)
2. 800 nm (average power of 5 W)
3. 905 nm (average power of 5 W)
4. 970 nm (average power of 5 W)
Frequencies employed:
Each protocol consists of 10 sub-phases each with a different pulse frequency:
Phase 1: Continuous Wave (CW frequency = 0 Hz)
Phase 2: 2 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 2: 10 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 3: 50 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 4: 100 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 5: 500 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 6: 2500 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 7: 7500 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 8: 15,000 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 9: 20,000 Hz (Duty Cycle = 50%)
Phase 10: Continuous Wave (CW frequency = 0 Hz)
Treatment time:
3 minutes (+/- 10% for patient hand/arm size variation)
In CW mode, Peak Power = Average Power = 5 Watts
In Hz mode, Peak Power = 10 Watts, Average Power = 5 Watts
We will then measure outcome scores as defined by:
Group 1:
1. Presence of finger locking or not
2. Clinical Tenderness at A1 or not
Group 2:
1. Presence of finger locking or not
2. Clinical Tenderness at A1 or not
Group 3:
1. Lateral pinch strength
2. Tripod pinch strength
Subjective: better / same / worse
Group 1:
1. Pain according to Visual Analogue Score
2. Functional is the finger better, the same, or worse
Group 2:
1. Pain according to Visual Analogue Score
2. Functional is the finger better, the same, or worse.
Group 3:
1. Pain on Finklestein test Yes /no.
2. Pain on resisted MCPJ1 Extension Yes /no.
3. Pain according to Visual Analogue Score
If patients have not improved in either group we will then proceed to our standard level of care.
Intervention type
Not Applicable
Drug names
Primary outcome measure
Does high intensity laser therapy reduce symptoms of finger locking and pain in trigger finger disease (a condition where finger tendons can inflammed and become locked in a flexed/bent position facing the palm), and does it reduce pain and improve strength in de quervains disease (inflammed tendons of the thumb).
Secondary outcome measures
1. The number of laser treatments sufficient to treat trigger finger disease and de quervains
2. The number of complications prevented by treating patients with laser therapy versus splinting
3. The cost effectiveness of treating patients with laser therapy versus splinting
Overall trial start date
Overall trial end date
Reason abandoned (if study stopped)
Participant inclusion criteria
We have 3 separate cohorts in our study:
1. Cohort 1 Trigger Finger - all adults, either sex, aged 18 and over with single or multiple digit trigger finger disease.
2. Cohort 2 Trigger finger in diabetics with bilateral disease- all adults, either sex, aged 18 and over with symmetrical bilateral trigger finger(s) and a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
3. Cohort 3 De Quervains - all adults, either sex, aged 18 and over with De Quervains tenosynovitis.
Participant type
Age group
Target number of participants
Participant exclusion criteria
Cohort 1:
1. Under 18 years
2. Those with a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus
3. All patients with a diagnosis of any form of cancer
4. Any patient >65 years old
5. With minimental state examination (MMSE) <21
Cohort 2:
1. Under 18 years
2. All patients with a diagnosis of any form of cancer
3. Any patient >65 years old
4. With MMSE <21
Cohort 3:
1. Under 18 years
2. All patients with a diagnosis of any form of cancer
3. Any patient >65 years old
3. With MMSE <21
Recruitment start date
Recruitment end date
Countries of recruitment
United Kingdom
Trial participating centre
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
United Kingdom
Sponsor information
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (UK)
Sponsor details
c/o Karen Ignatian
Westminster Bridge Road
United Kingdom
Sponsor type
Hospital/treatment centre
Funder type
Hospital/treatment centre
Funder name
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (UK)
Alternative name(s)
Funding Body Type
Funding Body Subtype
Results and Publications
Publication and dissemination plan
Not provided at time of registration
Intention to publish date
Participant level data
Not provided at time of registration
Basic results (scientific)
Publication list


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Places To See Before You Die: The Galapagos
Can you tell how the number of posts I do about South America increases dramatically the colder it gets here in New York? Anyways, a trip to Ecuador is only half-complete without a stop in the Galapagos. Just a short hour-and-a-half flight from Quito, over 60,000 people make the trip every year to see the over 15,000 giant tortoises, 50,000 sea lions, iguanas, and of course the plentiful boobies.
It's really amazing to see how different the terrain is from each island to the next. For some highlights, check out the Louisiana-style bayous in Caleta Tortuga Negra at 2:33, the completely oblivious igauanas at 3:32, and the beaches at 5:16 that look like you were several thousand miles west in the South Pacific.


text: AGENT_P6 0 Posted January 5, 2012 Report Share Posted January 5, 2012 (edited) Newbie to web design here, so please dont judge if this is an "easy" questionI want to know how to set up a redirect of sorts. What i have planned is to have a really simple homepage on the website im designing, which will be a gamers website/clan, specifically geared towards black ops and world at war "zombies". The homepage will be just image links to the forums, news, trophy guides, facebook page, etc, and when a user clicks on any of these links i want a redirect for style purposes basically, which i will explain.In the games i mentioned, there is a teleporter that, when you activate it, you are surrounded by electricity and then teleported. I want to take about 10 screenshots of this and create an animated gif that will display as a full page animated background so that the user "teleports" to the forums, news, etc. just as if they were playing the game. Might sound cheesy but for fans of the game, and with a well done gif, i think it may look nice. Usually when i get redirected im on the redirect page for 2-5 seconds so this is a perfect time frame since its a similar time frame in the game.Thanx in advance Edited January 5, 2012 by AGENT_P6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites


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The Fey Tarot is the work of Mara Aghem. While the card names mostly track conventional tarot naming, the scenes differ from Pamela Coleman Smith's renditions. Not all minors display the full pip count of their number. Rather, the scenes are meant to evoke the intuition of the reader rather than depend on long lists of regurgitated meanings. The Fey Tarot is ©Lo Scarabeo.
Today's cards: The Seer [II], 6 of Chalices, & 8 of Chalices.Continue reading What Does The Deck Say? July 25, 2019


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How to Fix the Buzzer on a Frigidaire Stackable Washer/Dryer
Things You Will Need
Phillips screwdriver
Needle nose pliers
Replacement washer buzzer
Replacement dryer buzzer
The Frigidaire stackable washer and dryer combination has a buzzer for your dryer and one for the washer installed in the shared control console. One buzzer goes off when the wash cycle is complete; the other lets you know your clothes are dry. When one or both of the buzzers fail to work, you may forget about a load of laundry. This could lead to mildewed clothes that you must wash once again, or to a load of wrinkled laundry that requires another dryer cycle or an iron. Fix the buzzers so you stay on top of your laundry.
Disconnect your Frigidaire stackable washer and dryer combination from the electrical wall outlet.
Find the two screws beneath the combination control panel. These screws hold the angled panel between the washer and dryer to the cabinet.
Remove the screws from the angled panel. Lower the panel, and pull it from the cabinet. Removing the panel exposes the screws holding the control panel onto the unit.
Remove the two screws from the bottom left side of the control panel. Take the two screws from the opposite side. Pull the control panel forward, and allow the wires that connect the panel to the unit to support it.
Find the small black box to the left of the washer control. The buzzer connects to the control panel with two wires. Grab the spade terminals on the ends of the wires with needle nose pliers. Gently pull the wires off the buzzer's connectors.
Remove the one or two screws holding the buzzer to the control panel. Take out the old buzzer, and install the new buzzer in the same location. Slide the spade terminals connected to the ends of the wires over the terminal connectors on the new buzzer.
Locate the dryer buzzer to the right of the dryer timer control in the console. Repeat the steps for replacing the washer buzzer in order to replace the dryer buzzer.
Fit the console panel back onto the face of the Frigidaire stackable washer and dryer. Replace the four screws you removed previously to secure the panel to the unit.
Replace the angled panel between the washer and dryer. Reconnect the unit to the electricity.


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Pass Purchases – Conference Delegates
The Niagara Falls Adventure Pass and Niagara Falls Wonder Pass are packages of popular Niagara Parks attractions and experiences. Each Pass includes one-time admission to the listed attractions and more!
Enter your promo code below to purchase passes at your special conference rate.
Adventure Pass Classic
April 16 - November 3
- Hornblower Niagara Cruises
- Journey Behind the Falls
- Niagara's Fury
- White Water Walk
- Two-day WEGO Access
- + Exclusive pass-holder benefits and savings at other attractions, shopping and dining experiences in Niagara Parks
Wonder Pass
November 4 - May 3
- Journey Behind the Falls
- Niagara's Fury
- Floral Showhouse
- Butterfly Conservatory
- Two-day WEGO Access & Inline Railway
- + Exclusive pass-holder benefits and savings at other attractions, shopping and dining experiences in Niagara Parks
Save up to 52%
Adventure Pass Plus
Hornblower Niagara Cruises
Hornblower Niagara Cruises is a thrilling way to experience Niagara Falls. An intimate tour that gets you as close as possible to the breathtaking flow of water, power and mist that is the magnificent Niagara Falls.
Reg. Adult (13+): $25.95, Reg. Child (6-12) $15.95
Journey Behind the Falls
Take a journey deep below and behind the heart of Niagara, and stand in the mist where the mighty Horseshoe Falls tumbles from 13 storeys above! You'll experience the awesome spectacle of one-fifth of the world's freshwater crashing down to the basin below. Reg. Adult (13+): $23.00, Reg. Child (6-12) $15.00
"Visit Journey Behind the Falls to peek behind the water and learn about Niagara's history."
Whirlpool Aero Car
The mesmerizing Niagara Whirlpool churns where the gorge makes a sudden turn, forcing the river through its narrowest channel. How about soaring high above it is an antique cable car?
This 1-kilometre (0.6 mi.) journey will leave you speechless.
Reg. Adult (13+): $16.50, Reg. Child (6-12) $10.75
"For a little entry-level high-flying adventure, I visited the Spanish made Whirlpool Aero Car. A combination of epic views and danger-free excitement, the Aero Car is perfect for those seeking a harness-free thrill."
White Water Walk
Take a walk like no other, along a boardwalk at the very edge of one of the world's wildest stretches of whitewater! Marvel at the relentless power and beauty of nature, and see how the deep and narrow Great Gorge was created. Trillions of gallons of water are forced into this accelerating trough--the sight will take your breath away! Reg. Adult (13+): $16.50, Reg. Child (6-12) $10.75
"The Whirlpool Rapids along the walk are incredible. You watch the water rushing by at at about 48 km per hour, and are instantly mesmerized."
Butterfly Conservatory
This magical attraction features over 2,000 colourful tropical butterflies floating freely among lush, exotic blossoms and greenery. Paths wind through the rainforest setting, past a pond and waterfall and the Emergence window, where butterflies leave their pupae and prepare to take their first flight! Reg. Adult (13+): $16.50, Reg. Child (6-12) $10.75
"Hop on the WEGO bus system and head to the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory, where the warm, humid air, lush foliage and exotic insects provide a tropical respite."
Floral Showhouse
For over 60 years visitors have come to Discover Paradise at this lush oasis, just a short walk from the Niagara Falls. Collections of orchids, succulents and other tropical plant species are on display throughout the year, along with floral shows that reflect the changing seasons. Flying throughout the greenery are colourful tropical birds that may sing for your entertainment! Reg. Adult (13+): $7.00, Reg. Child (6-12) $4.00
"With attractions changing by the seasons, this floral oasis has everything from tropical plants to rose gardens to singing birds — is there a better way to kick off spring?"
Niagara's Fury
Discover the ancient story of Niagara Falls, then re-live the exciting experience at Niagara's Fury! The temperature will drop. Water will bubble and spray while snow falls all around. The moving platform beneath your feet will help you understand the power of Nature, while you are surrounded by stunning visuals along the mighty Niagara River. Niagara Parks has recreated the amazing sights and sounds of the formation of Niagara Falls. Reg. Adult (13+): $16.50, Reg. Child (6-12) $10.75
WEGO (2-day Access)
WEGO is a fast and convenient visitor transportation system that connects Niagara Parks attractions as well as other tourist areas with your hotel. Three separate lines all come together at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, at Table Rock Centre. Leave the driving to us and take WEGO everywhere you need to go on your Niagara Parks adventure.
Reg. Adult (13+): $12.39, Reg. Child (6-12) $10
"If you'd prefer to leave the car parked, take the WEGO, a year-round bus system that connects the various Niagara Falls tourist areas (with stops at hotels too.)"
Falls Incline Railway
Arrive in style! The new Falls Incline Railway improves the link between the Niagara Parks attractions at Table Rock and the Fallsview Tourist Area, including hotels and the Fallsview Casino Resort. The Railway allows riders to easily reach the "Bridge of Flowers" pedestrian crossing over the Niagara Parkway into Table Rock.
Enjoy unlimited access to the Falls Incline Railway for two days with your Niagara Falls Adventure Pass Plus. Reg. All Ages: $12.39
Bonus: All Heritage Sites
The land along the Niagara River has played host to historical moments and storied tales of adventure for hundreds of years.
Experience all of the incredible Niagara Parks Heritage sites as part of your pass: Old Fort Erie, Laura Secord Homestead, McFarland House & Mackenzie Printery.
Please note that WEGO lines do not connect to Old Fort Erie.
Reg. Adult (13+): $36.28, Reg. Child (6-12) $23.67
Note: Heritage sites hold limited hours of operation for October/November. Please see hours of operation for details.
"Hugging the Canadian shore, the Niagara Parkway is peppered with remarkably well-maintained historic sites as it meanders along the riverbank."
WEGO (2-day Access)
WEGO is a fast and convenient visitor transportation system that connects Niagara Parks attractions as well as other tourist areas with your hotel. Three separate lines all come together at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, at Table Rock Centre. Leave the driving to us and take WEGO everywhere you need to go on your Niagara Parks adventure.Reg. Adult (13+): $12.39, Reg. Child (6-12) $8.85
"If you'd prefer to leave the car parked, take the WEGO, a year-round bus system that connects the various Niagara Falls tourist areas (with stops at hotels too.)"
Service Shuttle to NOTL
As part of the Plus Pass, your WEGO access includes the NOTL Shuttle extension that connects to the WEGO green line providing extended bus service between Niagara-on-the-Lake and the village of Queenston at the Floral Clock. This shuttle does NOT provide service to Old Fort Erie.
Double Deck
These classic buses travel to all of the attractions included on your pass as well as the Whirlpool Aero Car (admission extra) and include fascinating stories from a Double Deck Tours guide. Redeem your package at any Niagara Parks Welcome Centre or attraction and you'll have two days of access to these narrated hop-on, hop-off open-top double deck buses.
Note: While the Niagara Falls Adventure Pass is valid until November 3, 2019, Double Deck buses access is unavailable after September 3.


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The MP3 Clock DX is a great way to wake up every morning, it looks like a classic alarm clock but you can upload MP3's to it from your PC and play them as your alarm.
On top of that it has a bunch of fun built in sound effects, which are bound to wake you up in the morning.
The MP3 Clock DX is available for $41 from GeekStuff4U.
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Welcome to Blogmas day 11!
So I have literally never been happy with a nude-coloured liquid lipstick, I always find that the lighter the shade as the colour dries it shows way more cracks and any imperfections on the lips than if the shade were darker. This was until I tried one of the NYX liquid lipsticks from the Lingerie range from my Lippie Countdown Advent Calendar (read all about what I've got so far here).
This was from Day 4 of my calendar and I have fallen in love with it! The shade is 'Push Up' and it is the perfect 'my lips but better' pinky-nude shade. I've actually noticed on some people (and on my swatch) this shade appears much darker than when I applied it to my lips, more of a dark-nude MAC Velvet Teddy vibe, whereas on myself I get more of a MAC Brave vibe so I guess the exact colour depends on your own lip colour.
The formula is an absolute dream, it goes on very silky and velvety making it easy to apply and it is perfect for on-the-go application unlike other liquid lipsticks I've tried that require a whole lot of effort, lip lining and touch ups!
The lipstick lasted for around two hours before needing re-applying and although the formula isn't too drying, once I was hitting the two hour mark my lips were beginning to look a little cakey and dry.
I'd definitely recommend this lipstick for anyone who is looking for an affordable nude liquid lip and I'll certainly be purchasing the full size product once I've ran out of my mini!
I hope you've enjoyed this post, I will be reviewing some more of the lipsticks I receive from my advent calendar throughout Blogmas!
Thanks for reading,


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Flashback Friday: Nappy Roots and Playa
The wifey and I just returned from spring beak in Louisville, Ky. — the city where we met and the birthplace of this very blog's predecessor. Kentucky might not be known for its rap and R&B acts, but trust me, there's talent in that bluegrass. Here's proof.
Nappy Roots, Watermelon, Chicken & Gritz (2002)
When Nappy Roots finally broke into the mainstream with their 2002 debut, the entire state of Kentucky celebrated. I even remember when the governor proclaimed an official "Nappy Roots Day." Nappy Roots loved their home state, and that state responded in kind. Nappy's Southern-fried brand of conscious and club hits endeared them not just to their home state but nationwide too.
Also check out:
"Po' Folks," featuring Anthony Hamilton
Playa, Cheers 2 U (1998)
Playa should have been HUGE. They were mentored by Jodeci, backed by Timbaland and had one of best songwriters of the era in-house — the late Static Major. Their debut album was phenomenal and hasn't left my rotation since 1998. They're one of the most underrated gems of the modern R&B era.
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"One Man Woman," featuring Aaliyah
Now, it's your turn. Email email@example.com hit me up on Twitter @etbowser, or stop by the comments section and share your Flashback Friday album. Leave a couple of sentences describing what makes it so great. I'll feature your album on the blog.


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P.O. Box 12068, State Capitol
Austin, Texas 78711
Tel. (512) 463-0112
April 4, 2008
When the Department of Family & Protective Services removed 416 children from a polygamous sect near Eldorado, it drew statewide attention to perhaps the single greatest challenge facing our state's child welfare system -- finding safe, supportive homes for displaced children.
Currently, there are approximately 9,500 foster homes in Texas. That's well below the 17,354 children who were in the foster system as of December 2007, which is why the Senate Committee on Health & Human Services will focus heavily on the need for foster homes when we take public testimony on our interim charges relating to foster care and child protective services at our upcoming hearing.
Beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 30, 2008, in the Senate chamber, we will examine the actions taken this month at Eldorado and the lessons being learned as DFPS continues the single largest child welfare investigation ever undertaken in our state. We will evaluate the impact it is having on an already strapped foster system. We will also discuss the state's efforts to recruit and certify Texans stepping up to become foster and adoptive parents.
Over the past two legislative sessions, the Legislature made child protection and foster care a top priority, partly in response to breakdowns in the system that had led to tragedies. Legislation I authored in each of the last two sessions sought to better protect children from abuse and neglect by adding new layers of oversight and expanding the drug-endangered child initiative.
We also focused on improving the network of support for foster children. New medical passports were approved to better manage their health care. Job training and support services were enhanced for children aging out of the system. Kinship care options were strengthened.
However, it became clear during our discussions last year that the greatest challenge ahead would be to increase our capacity to care for displaced children. Many Texans (including me), were disturbed to learn that 500 children had slept overnight at CPS offices.
In response, the Legislature approved $20.8 million to increase reimbursement rates for Texans who provide foster care and a call went out across the state encouraging more Texans to consider becoming foster or adoptive parents. I am proud to report that hundreds of Texans have answered that call.
For opening their hearts and homes to children in need, these Texans deserve our thanks and support. Unfortunately, some prospective foster and adoptive parents have reported less than grateful interactions with those shepherding them through the certification process.
Clearly, we have a duty to fully vet each candidate because we are entrusting them with the most precious of cargo. However, we also have a responsibility to those children who are waiting for loving homes, which is why an efficient and welcoming verification process is so critical.
It would be helpful for us to hear from those with first-hand experience about becoming a foster or adoptive parent, especially with ideas on how to improve the system. We are issuing an open invitation for testimony on this issue.
For those wishing to testify in person, please fill out a witness card at the beginning of the hearing. The cards will be available at the entrance to the Senate Chamber. For those wishing to submit written testimony, please provide 20 copies to the clerk at the hearing and be certain that your name and contact information are included.
Public testimony will follow invited testimony. If you are unable to testify in person, I welcome your written comments, which can be directed to me personally at P.O. Box 12068, Austin, Texas 78711, or via e-mail to me at firstname.lastname@example.com.
The children removed from the Eldorado ranch have garnered most of the headlines in Texas this month. Let's not forget the other young Texans who, due to abuse or neglect or abandonment, are also entitled to our attention and support.


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RCBS .325 Winchester Short Magnum Full Length Sizer And Taper Crimp Seater 2 Die Set (group A)
RCBS dies can be counted on to produce consistent and reliable results for shooters who demand reloads equal to the quality of their firearm. Includes plastic storage box and loading data table. Full-length sizer dies for bottleneck cases have vents to prevent case damage from trapped air and excessive lubricants. Seater dies have a built-in roll or taper crimper. Large, easy-to-adjust hex-lock rings.
Sizing/Decapping Die
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