text: Benefits of Geothermal vs Traditional HVAC in New Jersey, New Jersey October 16, 2017 When you figure out the way you'd like to go about heating and cooling your house, you have an important choice to make: do you want to go with a Traditional HVAC, or a Geothermal one? In New Jersey, Geothermal heating and cooling has been becoming more popular. We understand this can be a difficult choice to make, so knowing the benefits of a Geothermal vs. Traditional HVAC system would be worth your while. Below, we tell you a little about how geothermal HVACs work and why a lot of people choose geothermal energy, so you have a useful resource to go to when choosing what might work best in your New Jersey house.Benefits of Geothermal EnergyUnlike standard systems that use fossil fuels to produce energy, a geothermal system collects heat from under the earth's surface and puts it to inside your building; it doesn't rely on burning fossil fuels or using electricity in ways you're used to. When it's hot outside, an underground geothermal loop takes and replaces heat in the building with cooler temperature from the ground. Geothermal energy is very reliable; no matter how hot or cold it is outdoors, deep in the ground temperatures are constant – warmer than the Winter air, and cooler than Summer's heat. Also, it's renewable, meaning it is naturally replenished, so it's sustainable and not going to run out.Not only is it sustainable, but it also doesn't hardly produce pollution: it's categorized as very environmentally friendly. Since it is a renewable energy source, geothermal energy is different than a lot of other standard energy sources, including coal and fossil fuels. Also, it's a lot more accessible and reliable than other clean energy sources such as wind or solar power. If environmentally friendly is on your must-have list for a heating and cooling system, geothermal is perfect for you. Also, geothermal energy is a good choice if you're trying to save money. Right now, fifty percent of your energy bill is probably due to traditional heating and cooling costs, and maybe you aren't even aware of it. Though some believe up-front costs to be too heavy, geothermal would be a much better choice for you as time goes on. This is for many reasons. First off, there are no fossil fuels used at all with geothermal energy, meaning prices will be predictable and stable. Secondly, it's available all over, and continuing advancements in technology are making geothermal resources more exploitable and profitable. Here's the best part: for every one dollar of electricity used in your house, geothermal energy returns four dollars of heat. That's why the heavy up-front costs are worth it.You might be wondering if a geothermal system could work in your home. Luckily, geothermal systems are very adaptable, coming with four different set ups. What's the best for you can be figured out by looking at your home and its surroundings. All in all, geothermal energy is considered to be environmentally friendly, cost effective, and reliable. Geothermal systems are flexible too. When it comes to choosing between geothermal and traditional HVACs, it can be hard, even after learning so much about geothermal systems. If you have any questions, or want to learn more about a getting a geothermal system that's right for you, call Energy Smarts Mechanical at 908-217-1356 today. Back To News


text:
Open Doors: Introduction to the Art of Lockpicking
Tickets are no longer available for this event because the event has passed.
Event description
TechAhoy in collaboration with the Tech Learning Collective presents: Open Doors: Introduction to the Art of Lockpicking.
Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis:
$25 - Reduced price Workshop Ticket (for queer-identified and femme people): Reduced price tickets help offset systemic biases prevalent in society and in the cybersecurity industry especially.
Workshop Description
To most people, locks often symbolize permanence, safety, or ownership, and they can serve critical social functions, such as demarcating public space from private space. Like all other technologies, locks can be used for good or evil ends, making them inherently political. Powerful people use locks to hoard resources and create obstacles or barriers for the less resourced, but locks can also be used as legitimate security devices to slow the advance of a theif, sabateur, or other ill-intentioned actor.
To a locksmith or lock picker, a lock can be as profound as an intense intellectual exercise or as mundane as another set of fantastic fidget toys. Picking a lock is the classic analog equivalent to hacking. It can be both fun and surprisingly meditative!
In this hands-on introduction to physical security, learn to pick your first lock, or hone your understanding of how traditional American pin and tumbler locks work. Find out just how easy it is to pick most typical padlocks, and discover what really makes locks click. We'll go over the basics of fundamental picking techniques such as single-pin picking (SPP) and raking, so you can understand why they're effective, along with basic shim technique for combination and other keyless locks.
Practice picks and locks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you're comfortable sharing. We guarantee that opening your first lock—without the key—will fundamentally change the way you see the world!
Class space is limited to 25 students! Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to reserve your seat and purchase your ticket, or purchase your ticket online and reserve your spot immediately.
As with all Tech Learning Collective events, racism, queerphobia, transphobia, sexism, "brogrammer," "manarchist," or any kind of similarly awful behavior will result in immediate removal from class without a refund. Please refer to our lightweight social rules for details on our strictly enforced no-tolerance policy against bigotry of any kind.
About Tech Learning Collective
Tech Learning Collective is an apprenticeship-based technology school that trains politically self-motivated individuals in the arts of hypermedia, Information Technology, and radical political practice. We offer unparalleled free, by-donation, and low-cost computer classes on topics ranging from fundamental computer literacy to the same offensive computer hacking techniques used by national intelligence agencies and military powers (cyber armies). For more information and to enroll, visit TechLearningCollective.com.
Performances by
- New York NY United States
Presented by
- New York NY United States
- TechAhoy

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Last year, Sex and the City fans were disappointed to learn that, after plenty of drama between the four main actresses, the third movie was indefinitely shelved. That's right, we're not going to see much more of Carrie, Samantha, or Charlotte, but get read to see a lot more of Miranda — well, Cynthia Nixon.
The Sex and the City star recently took to Twitter to announce her candidacy for New York governor, meaning she'll go head-to-head with current governor Andrew Cuomo.
People on Twitter had a lot to say about the new candidate, who definitely brought back some nostalgia from the hit show that captured our hearts.
Let's just say we're interested to see where all of this goes.
But hey, if Donald Trump could beat Hilary Clinton, who knows what could happen. At this point, anything is possible.


text:
- Please do not come to the Library until you receive a notice that your holds are ready for pickup.
- Are you here to pick up your item? Click here to let us know.
Here's how curbside pickup works:
- Place a hold on an item through the online catalog, the SWAN library app, or by calling us at 630-653-0755. Please note: we are unable to get you items from other libraries at this time.
- Once the item becomes available, you'll receive an email receipt indicating that your hold has been checked out to you. The receipt will contain detailed instructions on how to use curbside pickup.
- You will have seven days to come pick up the item.
- If you have your account preferences set to phone notification, you will receive a phone call.
- When you have received your notification, come to the library during curbside hours (Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) You don't have to let us know in advance that you're coming.
- Park in a designated curbside pickup spot, and text check in to 630-668-9440. Or, you can click the link on our website or use the link in the SWAN app. Follow the directions we send via text.
- Stay in your vehicle with the windows rolled up, and pop your trunk. If your trunk isn't accessible, we will leave your materials on a bench on the sidewalk, and you can come get the bag when we walk away.
- Loan periods remain the same as always: 7 days for DVDs and video games, and 21 days for everything else.
- Please return items in the drive-up return bin. We are unable to take materials from you directly.
- For now, only items that Carol Stream Public Library owns may be placed on hold and checked out. Deliveries between libraries have been suspended for the time being.
- For information regarding material handling and safety procedures, click here.
Curbside pickup for print documents
Email your document to firstname.lastname@example.com for staff to print. We can accept many Microsoft file types, but, if possible, sending us a PDF is best. (If you need help doing that, please email us.) When your document is ready, we will email you with directions on how to use Curbside Pickup to receive your document. We will print 1-20 pages free of cost for curbside pickup. If your document is over 20 pages, we will charge a fee.
Curbside pickup without a car:
You're welcome to walk or bike to the Library to pickup your materials. Follow the same instructions as for cars. We will bring items out and leave them on a bench. You may pick up your items once Library staff has gone back into the building.
Are you used to browsing or don't know what to get?
Get a Binge Box (available for readers of all ages)


text:
Free Shipping on orders over £500 in UK
Leroy Daniel MacMorris was a nationally known portrait painter, muralist, illustrator, decorator and designer from Kansas City. Primarily a portrait artist in his later years, he also executed many murals, the most notable in the Kansas City area are in the Nelson Art Gallery (Rozzsell Court ceiling), the Liberty Memorial Building (restoration of the World War I mural "Pantheon de la Guerre"), and the Kansas City Public Library Missouri Valley Room (History of Kansas City). He also painted murals at the State Library Building in Columbus, OH and the Houston, TX City Hall ceiling murals.
Pure Art Originals © 2017 All rights reserved.


text:
Jade Tiger Slot Machine
Lush and mystical China is the theme of Jade Tiger, an exciting slot game featuring 5 reels and 30 total available pay lines. Golden flutes, detailed Ming vases, and graceful Chinese Koi fish complement the highest numbers and face cards of the deck in an array of exquisitely detailed, full colored symbols. Look for the fierce Jade Tiger – this jungle cat scatter icon can produce a payout of the game's top jackpot, a whopping 150,000 coins paid out for those who place the maximum bet of 3,000 coins.
Play The Free Game Here - No Download Required
To Start Gameplay
Choose the lines you wish to bet, along with your wager per line. Novice players may not have to wait long to see an exciting payout – the top line bet will multiply the wagers by 2000 if five Koi or 5 Flute symbols appear on the line.
- First, place your bet. Select the cogwheel icon at the bottom left.
- When the wager screen appears, select the number of lines you wish to bet, along with the amount you wish to bet per line
- Close the wager screen using the red "X"
- Spin your reels with the circle arrow button on the bottom right – the arrows will disappear and a large red square will appear
- If you'd like to stop the reels early, simply click the red square
For a chance to win the largest jackpot, players will need to bet the maximum amount – every line, and an overall stake of 3000 coins. You may also choose to play fewer lines; it is possible to play with 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30.
The graphics of the game are clear and crisp, featuring symbols reminiscent of the ancient Chinese Empire. A rich, lush background of deep jade green surrounds the reels, which spin at the perfect pace, evenly and just speedy enough to give you a little sense of anticipation to see which symbols will appear.
The game's largest bonus symbol, the Jade Tiger, is very detailed, from the vividly colored stripes to the delicate fur around his face. Large eyes seem to penetrate you if you're lucky enough to score a Tiger on your reels. He acts as a trump, replacing other symbols as a wild card, and increasing your chances of winning. The tiger is also the games "scatter feature" – powering ten free spins.
Other symbols include the Ritual Jade symbols. The most important is the bi – a circular disk with a small hole in the middle. The carp Koi is revered for its relation to prosperity, success, and courage. The finely sculpted Golden Turtle statue indicates longevity and patience – if you score this one, your patience must be great indeed! The gourd flute is called a hulusi and produces the haunting melodies that play in the background of the Jade Tiger game.
The Bonus Rounds
The bonus rounds of Jade Tiger are where the real excitement is at. The scatter symbol has the power to trigger the game's main bonus feature, ten free spins on a different set of reels. The new reels have a different appearance than the standard ones:
- New symbols appear – a stacked Jade Tiger and a "Lucky Boy"
- Lucky Boy appears on the first and fifth reel of the game
- If you achieve two Lucky Boy symbols, the Lucky Feature will appear
- The Lucky Feature is free spins – almost a re-do of your last spins
The first and fifth reels are locked in with wild tigers covering each reel position on either side of the game screen. The middle three reels spin, giving players just three chances to find matching icons on the payline, as the "wild card" tigers will help complete a five-in-a-row.
List of Ainsworth Slot Games
- 50 Dolphins
- Barnyard Bonanza
- Big Thunder
- Cash Cave
- Cash Hound
- Crazy Goose
- Crystal Cash
- Diamond Chief
- Dragon Lines
- Eagle Bucks
- Electric Nights
- Flash Cash
- Flying Horse
- Fortune Falcon
- Glitter Gems
- Grand Bazaar
- Grand Dragon
- Hotter Than Hot
- Jade Tiger
- Jungle Monkeys
- King Chameleon
- King Strike
- Legends of New York
- Light 'Em Up
- Mayan Gold
- Mighty Wilds
- Ming Warrior
- Money Heat
- Mustang Money
- Mustang Money 2
- Panda King
- Pearl River Quad Shot
- Prosperity Dragon
- Rich N Wild
- Roaming Reels
- Rumble Rumble
- Safari Spirit
- Sheer Magic
- Soul Queen
- Stormin 7's
- Sugar N' Spice Hummin'
- Sun Chief
- The Enforcer
- Thunder Cash
- Trojan Treasure
- Twice the Money
- Wild Fire Riches
- Winning Wolf
Jade Tiger isn't the only Asian-themed video slots game on the market, but the crisp graphics, proper speed of the reel spins, and the multiple chances for a payout, bonus spin, or other game excitement set Jade Tiger apart from the rest of the pack. Haunting flute music and spiritual symbols immerse players in the magic of ancient China.


text:
Anxiety and Peace
Anxiety and Peace
Anxiety can rob you of the enjoyment of life. The causes of anxiety are numerous: health issues, work (or lack of it), finances (debt, unpaid bills and so on) and much else besides. Some of the biggest causes of anxiety are those dealt with in today's New Testament passage: relationships, marriage (or lack of it), sex (or lack of it), singleness and divorce.
In our Old Testament passage, the book of Ecclesiastes suggests that much of the anxiety we experience is caused by something deeper. This could be described as the anxiety of meaninglessness. In the midst of all this, you are called 'to live in peace' (1 Corinthians 7:15).
Speak to God about your anxietiesPsalm 94:12-23
Do you know what it is like to experience great anxiety (v.19a)?
The psalmist certainly did. He writes, 'You grant… relief from days of trouble… When I said, "My foot is slipping," your love, O Lord, supported me. When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul' (vv.13a,18–19).
He goes on, 'But the Lord has become my fortress, and my God the rock in whom I take refuge' (v.22).
When surrounded by great anxiety, turn to the Lord for help. 'When I was upset and beside myself you calmed me down and cheered me up' (v.19, MSG). In God's love we find relief, consolation and joy. God provides 'a circle of quiet within the clamour of evil' (v.13, MSG).
Thank you, Lord, that you give me relief in the days of trouble. Today I come to you and bring my anxieties to you…
Live at peace with your situation1 Corinthians 7:1-16
Do you feel you are living a life of peace? 'God has called us to live in peace' (v.15c). How do you find this 'peace'? In this chapter, Paul sets out how you find peace in relationships, marriage, singleness and separation. He begins by asking the question, 'Is it a good thing to have sexual relations?' (v.1, MSG). He responds, 'Certainly – but only within a certain context' (v.2a, MSG).
Paul is dealing with two opposite dangers: those who say that 'all things are lawful' (see chapter 6) which leads to immorality, and the super spiritual ascetics, who deny the body totally. In response, Paul answers a number of questions:
- Is marriage God's general will for his people?
Marriage is the norm for all men and women: 'It's good for a man to have a wife, and for a woman to have a husband' (v.2, MSG). God's general will is for people to get married for partnership (Genesis 2:18), procreation (Genesis 1:28) and pleasure (1 Corinthians 7:1–5). Singleness is the exception. It is a special call.
The reason Paul gives here is because there is 'so much immorality' (v.2). 'Sexual drives are strong, but marriage is strong enough to contain them and provide for a balanced and fulfilling sexual life in a world of sexual disorder' (v.2, MSG). He is dealing with his opponents on their own terms. They were reacting against immorality and arguing for no sex and no marriage.
Paul replies that, as well as all the positive reasons, the temptation towards immorality is a good reason to get married.
- What is the Christian attitude to sex within marriage?
The route to spiritual fullness in marriage is not through abstinence. Within marriage there is sexual freedom and sexual equality: 'The marriage bed must be a place of mutuality – the husband seeking to satisfy his wife, the wife seeking to satisfy her husband' (v.3, MSG). The only reason to abstain is for short periods of prayer, if mutually agreed, and that is a concession not a command (vv.5–6).
- Is it better to be single or married?
Paul writes that both are gifts from God. They are both good (vv.7–9). In a way, it is best (for reasons to be given later) to be single: 'Sometimes I wish everyone were single like me – a simpler life in many ways! But celibacy is not for everyone any more than marriage is' (v.7, MSG). But it is also a good thing to get married (v.9).
- Should a Christian ever seek a divorce from another Christian?
The general principle of this passage, and the rest of the New Testament, seems to answer this question, 'No': 'If you are married, stay married... a husband has no right to get rid of his wife' (vv.10–11, MSG). Of course, this is a very complex issue. (I have tried to look at this question in more detail in The Jesus Lifestyle, chapter 6.)
- What about relationships with people who are not Christians?
Paul does not encourage a Christian to marry someone who is not a Christian (2 Corinthians 6:14–7:1; 1 Corinthians 7:39). However, if they are already married that is quite different. They should not seek to dissolve any existing marriage relationship.
Paul's opponents were worried that being married to someone who was not a Christian would pollute the marriage. Paul's response is that the opposite is the case: 'The unbelieving husband shares to an extent in the holiness of his wife, and the unbelieving wife is likewise touched by the holiness of her husband. Otherwise, your children would be left out; as it is, they also are included in the spiritual purposes of God' (v.14, MSG).
If the person who is not a Christian insists on leaving, and clinging to the marriage would lead to nothing but frustration and tension, then the Christian should let them go, not for the sake of purity, but for the sake of 'peace' (see v.15).
Lord, help us at whatever stage we find ourselves, regardless of our marital status, to live according to your standards and to know your peace.
Find purpose instead of meaninglessnessEcclesiastes 1:1-3:22
'What do people get for all the toil and anxious striving with which they labour under the sun?' (2:22). This expression 'under the sun' occurs twenty-eight times in this book. It is used to describe a search for meaning that never moves beyond this life and this world.
Ecclesiastes is a story of one person's anxious search for meaning. The writer, in the shoes of King Solomon 3,000 years ago, searches in various areas.
Joyce Meyer writes, 'Solomon was a busy man; he tried everything that could be tried and did everything there was to do, but at the end of his experience, he was unfulfilled and bitter... exhausted, disappointed and frustrated.' Ecclesiastes expresses some of these frustrations about life.
Eugene Peterson writes, 'Ecclesiastes doesn't say that much about God; the author leaves that to the other sixty-five books of the Bible. His task is to expose our total incapacity to find the meaning and completion of our lives on our own... It is an exposé and rejection of every arrogant and ignorant expectation that we can live our lives by ourselves on our own terms.'
Solomon finds that 'everything's boring, utterly boring – no one can find any meaning in it' (1:8, MSG). 'So what do you get from a life of hard labour? Pain and grief from dawn to dusk. Never a decent night's rest. Nothing but smoke' (2:23, MSG).
- Intellectualism
He begins by chasing after 'wisdom' and 'knowledge' (1:18a), but this only leads to 'much sorrow' and 'more grief' (v.18b). 'The more you know, the more you hurt' (v.18b, MSG). Accumulating wisdom and knowledge does not deal with the ultimate cause of anxiety – meaninglessness.
- Hedonism
Hedonism is the doctrine that pleasure is the chief good or proper aim. 'I said to myself, "Let's go for it – experiment with pleasure, have a good time!"' (2:1, MSG). He tries escapism through 'laughter' (v.2). He tries stimulants – 'cheering myself with wine' (v.3). He then turns to music, 'men and women singers' (v.8). He tries sexual pleasure, 'and a harem as well' (v.8b). Solomon in fact had 700 wives and 300 mistresses. All this still did not satisfy.
He concludes, 'Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind' (v.11). He experiences the paradox of pleasure – the law of diminishing returns. The more people seek pleasure, the less they find it.
- Materialism
Materialism is 'The tendency to prefer material possessions to spiritual values'. He tries various 'projects' (v.4). He obtains property (vv.4–6). He has many men and women working for him (v.7). He has many possessions (v.7b). He acquires money: 'I amassed silver and gold for myself, and the treasure of kings and provinces' (v.8). He achieves greatness, success and fame (v.9). He has a successful job and career (v.10b). Yet death makes this entire search 'meaningless' (vv.16–18).
Ecclesiastes raises the questions that the New Testament answers. Meaning is found not 'under the sun', but in the Son.
Lord, thank you that in Jesus, I find the answer to the anxiety of meaninglessness. Thank you that in him I find true peace and purpose to my life.
Pippa Adds
Ecclesiastes 3:1
'There is a time for everything…'
I never have enough time, even for the Bible in One Year (even though I'm on holiday)!
Verse of the Day
'When anxiety was great within me,
your consolation brought joy to my soul' (Psalm 94:19).
Eugene Peterson, The Message, 'Introduction to Ecclesiastes' (NavPress, 1993), p.882.
Joyce Meyer, The Everyday Life Bible (Faithwords, 2018) p.1017.
Unless otherwise stated, Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version Anglicised, Copyright © 1979, 1984, 2011 Biblica, formerly International Bible Society. Used by permission of Hodder & Stoughton Publishers, an Hachette UK company. All rights reserved. 'NIV' is a registered trademark of Biblica. UK trademark number 1448790.
Scripture marked (MSG) taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.


text:
Poor Elijah's Almanack: Parent Involvement: What it is, and isn't
Poor Elijah was reading the newspaper I'd left out on the porch, so I knew it was only a matter of time before he found the article about a school that had fallen short of state expectations. Naturally, I expected his customary rant about the stunningly unreliable tests that determine these things. Instead I found him muttering about officials' plan to address the problem by soliciting "more parent involvement."
In their ricocheting zeal to fix schools and save the country, education policymakers sometimes train their sights on "mediocre teachers." Other times they pin our hopes on technology, consolidation, charter schools, or the latest miracle teaching method, which is usually a recycled failure from reform's less than glittering past. This time parent involvement headed their list.
Being in favor of parents who are involved in their children's lives, including their education, is about as obvious as being in favor of breathing.
Except what exactly is "parent involvement"?
It isn't gimmicks like Vermont's 1990s Restructuring Corps. Following an exhaustive "eight hours of training," parents were dispatched to help run "School Development Institutes," where they were empowered to teach teachers and administrators how to fix public education.
How would that work in the rest of the world? Volunteer for eight hours at an army-navy store, and you, too, can help run a Pentagon Development Institute and instruct military officers in the overhaul of our armed forces. Volunteer for eight hours at a hospital gift shop and superintend a Medical Center Development Institute where you tutor physicians in gall bladder surgery and kidney dialysis.
Parent involvement also isn't about "luring" parents with stipends, gift cards, and refreshments. Some schools offer cash to parents who attend "parenting" workshops. Time even spotlighted an "innovative" school that moved Math and Science Night to McDonald's, successfully luring parents with free ice cream. Another school presented its academic standards at a local supermarket. Snacks included scallops, chips, and cake. "As parents shopped, teachers conducted impromptu conferences."
Cleanup in aisle four.
English teacher in aisle seven.
And it isn't about drafting parents to serve on committees. While citizens should be engaged in governing their schools, a Johns Hopkins study concluded that while serving on budget committees and school improvement teams may make parents feel involved, it has "a negligible effect on student achievement." Working on homework and discussing what happened in class are far "more fruitful."
Of course, helping with homework has limits. It's good to help with your child's work, but when the line between the student's work and his parents' work blurs or disappears altogether, that's not good. Complicating matters, sooner or later many students learn topics and skills their parents never studied, or at least can't remember.
My parents operated on the assumption that my teachers were better equipped to pass along the mysteries of phonics, trigonometry, and the Battle of Gettysburg than they were. In return they figured it was their parental job to handle less academic matters like personal hygiene, breakfast, birth control, healthcare, morality, family finances, table manners, psychotherapy, and prenatal care.
My parents never missed a conference night, but they wouldn't have dreamed of telling my physics teachers how to teach ballistics, and he would never have presumed to tell them how to be my parents. The more schools have usurped parental responsibilities, the more many parents have been induced to abdicate them. Offer breakfast at school, for example, and fewer families will cook it at home. Ironically, public education's burgeoning social services role has been supplanting parents even as schools keep clamoring for parent involvement. And as they've supplanted parents, schools have gotten worse at being schools.
The most important contribution parents can make to education is to value it. When charter school students succeed, the key is often that they and their parents cared enough about education to seek an alternative in the first place.
It isn't a matter of money or of being middle class. If it were, millions of immigrant parents from the last century wouldn't have been able to instill in their 20th century children the appetite for learning, achievement, and improvement that powered the United States over the past hundred years.
What happened to that appetite?
It used to be that nearly all of us expected to support ourselves. We believed that education, whether high school, trade school, or college, would equip us, and we had confidence in schooling as the means to a prosperous, better life.
Today that confidence is flagging. It seems less likely that American life will get better, and thanks to more than 40 years of counterproductive reforms, less likely that school can deliver a satisfactory education. Our politics offer little more than ideological paralysis, expediency, and demagoguery masquerading as populism. We complain, we demand, but when it comes to what we ourselves must do in our day to day lives, we're complacent and inert. Our students have inherited our pernicious sense of entitlement and our willingness to blame everyone except ourselves for our failures.
The parent involvement we need isn't a matter of joining, helping, or empowering, though each has its place. It doesn't require a workshop, a PowerPoint program, or an act of Congress.
It simply involves making a home where learning and hard work are valued.
The problem isn't the system.
It's us.
Peter Berger teaches English in Weathersfield, Vermont. Poor Elijah would be pleased to answer letters addressed to him in care of the editor.


text:
Spector - Thekla, Bristol
A trip to Bristol's Thekla is always a trip to look forward to. Possibly one of the UK's finest small venues the marooned boat always offers a wonderful atmosphere where the audience and the artist are locked in tight without the need for any over-zealous security. Which is exactly why Spector's first night on their UK tour was a very intense affair.
Surrounded by a sea of over-excited teenagers the Thekla was a sell-out and hours before the headline act reached the stage, a raucous atmosphere of energy drink-charged adolescents danced around and sang Spector songs in between the support acts (the best being Manchester's Spring Kings, with their all-star singing drummer). Local legend Big Jeff was in attendance down the front as per usual (legend has it that he sees over 200 gigs a year and has even had a documentary about his gig addiction) as well as the teenage girls lining the front rows and hanging on to the barriers, refusing to be moved by the bigger funky- shirted boys, who would relentlessly push 'n' shove their way to the front throughout the night and declare to each band that it was "funky-shirt Tuesday". Sadly I never received the memo.
By the time Spector hit the stage the floor was already rocking and I was now having to stand sideways to catch a glimpse of the spectacle. Who knew that Spector had such a frantic fan base? As the band entered the stage the crowd started bouncing and barely ceased for the next hour or so. The first track was 'Lately It's You' which allowed singer Fred Macpherson the chance to use some vocoder action. The heavy synth closing track of their latest album 'Moth Boys' was an odd choice to open with. They did lose the audience part way through until the songs climatic outro brought them back with vengeance.
The band were stylised in mainly monochrome black and white attire and looked buoyant and seemed to lack any first day of the tour nerves. Macpherson's dead-pan vocals can divide opinion, but he sounded in fine voice and their were only a few first night on the road hic-cups, but they still sounded great. By the time they played 'Stay High' (their most accessible track from the album) the crowd could no longer handle just watching their heroes standing on their tip-toes and engaged in some improv-gymnastics flinging each other into the air or hoisting one another onto their shoulders. They must have taken the track name literally and did manage to stay rather high in the air throughout the track, to the dismay of the rest of the crowd. Macpherson seemed very taken back at how well his band were received by Bristol and claimed that this was the first time they had managed to sell- out a show here, before rewarding us with classic singles 'Celestine' and 'Friday Night'.
Old and the new were all lovingly acknowledged and even the tracks making live débuts, like the gloriously bitter 'West End'. Bassist Tom Shickle could not stop smiling stage left and Macpherson and Shickle seem to have a real bond on stage and at one point got close to making out to the delight of the audience. When not flirting with other band members the singer leans out over the crowd, shooting the odd winks at some lucky ladies and handing out high fives by the plenty. If there is one thing you need to know about Spector, it's that you are guaranteed to get your fair share of hand slapping if need be.
As the sweat began to pour and our throats became rasped from constant singing Spector had taken us through a set made up of all the finer moments of both their albums only sadly missing out on the more electric 'Kyoto Garden'. They left the stage to the Thekla crowd singing "never fade away" before returning for an encore consisting one of their earliest singles 'Grey Shirt & Tie' and the band's finest moment to date 'All The Sad Young Men'. You would have thought that this was Nirvana playing 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' from the reaction, but no, this was a cynical mid-paced electo-pop anthem performed by some beautifully dressed skinny indie-boys - so why limbs were flying around my head was utterly surprising.
As I scurried to the back of the venue in order to breathe, adolescent boys began crowd-surfing to the front before being dropped onto the stage to hug their idols until they were shuffled off stage by a roadie. The track is far more intense in the live arena and the closing drums and guitar build up to an intense climax. But seeing mosh-circles was something that I'd not have expected to witness. What happened to people just wanting to dance in a show of appreciation? The five guys on stage all stood up to thank us for a wonderful gig and they actually looked genuinely shocked about how well their new songs had gone down. Here's to the rest of the UK tour boys. Maybe next time they can sell out the 02 Academy?
Words: Fran Jolley


text:
Australand Sells Adelaide Industrial Site For $1.35 Million
AUSTRALAND has made about $1.35 million from the sale of a 1.55 hectare vacant industrial site in Adelaide. The 21 – 81 Frost Road site, in Salisbury South was once part of a larger Australand development, but the group; deemed the site surplus to its needs, according to the AFR which reported the sale. TheRead more


text:
Fat Burn Keto ReviewRead Now
This brand-new formula is supposed to help get you into ketosis. If you don't know what that is, the Fat Burn Keto Weight Loss formula probably makes no sense. Ketosis is a natural metabolic process your body can do on its own. It's basically where your body starts burning fat stores for fuel instead of carbs. How do you get into ketosis? You have to stop eating carbs. That's what popularized the keto diet trend, where you consume fewer than 20 grams of carbs a day. But, that diet is hard to follow and very restrictive. That's why it might be time to try something else. Go see if Fat Burn Keto Diet Supplement works in your weight loss routine today!
Does Fat Burn Keto Advanced Weight Loss Work?
Everyone wants a supplement that works. But, remember, you should always be adding supplements like Fat Burn Keto formula to a healthy diet and exercise routine. Of course, that's why they're called supplements. They're supplementary. But, the keto diet trend is so huge right now, that people must be using products like Fat Burn Keto Supplement for a reason, right? Well, the only way to find out is to try it for yourself. Click any image on this page to see their official website and order your bottle today! It could be your new favorite weight loss secret, and you just don't know it yet. So, go order now!
Leave a Reply.


text: In addition to being Women's History Month, March is also National Professional Social Work Month – an opportunity to celebrate a profession dedicated to enhancing the well-being of others and meeting the basic needs of all people, especially the most vulnerable in our society (NASW, 2018). According to NASW (the National Association of Social Workers), this year's theme is, "Social Workers: Leaders. Advocates. Champions." This theme beautifully describes the work of Forestdale's social workers, including all of our Case Planners (i.e. Foster Care, Preventive Services, Strong Mothers, Strong Fathers, and Strong Futures/Youth Development Case planners). Forestdale's social workers make up the bulk of our workforce; we are well aware that our social workers are the first-line safety net for our clients, serving as each family's main contact with Forestdale. Our social workers confront some of the most challenging issues facing individuals, families, communities, and society and forge solutions that help people reach their full potential and make our nation a better place to live (Nt'l Assoc.of Social Workers, No. Carolina Chapter, 2018). Be it stable housing, psychological services, educational access, job-training, career counseling, court advocacy, or other services, and/or therapy/counseling, our social workers are on the case! We are grateful to all of our social work staff for all that they do day in and day out to uphold our mission "to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets needed to thrive and live independently".


text:
Course Description
Effective Communication Skills
This in company Effective Communication skills course, is for anyone looking to develop their current communication skills.
|Training Provider
|Course Location
|Redcross, Wicklow
|Course Category
|Effective Communication, Communication Skills
|Course Duration
|One Day
|Course Fee
|1800 989 543
For information about Protrain, please visit our Training Provider page on Corporatetraining.ie by clicking here.
Course Provider
Suite 3, 12 Millbrook Court, Redcross, Wicklow, Ireland
Request Quotation
Please insert your contact details and any additional information you require and we will forward your request to Protrain.


text:
Ka-Zar returns, which is fine, but he beats up the entire X-Men, which is just plain silly. I get that they like Ka-Zar at Marvel, but one guy in a loincloth can't possibly take down the team.
At least there's dinosaurs. Actually, this isn't a bad comic–I just don't like how overpowered Ka-Zar can be.
Creators: Roy Thomas, Neal Adams
Grade: B-, because I can't rate any comic with art by Adams as lower than a B-.
For the complete history of the MU, year by year, go here.
And see my Ratings of Runs on comics here.


text:
3 Success Secrets Never Revealed by Billionaires/Millionaires/Motivational Speakers
These are 3 Greatest Success Secrets that have never been revealed by any billionaire/millionaire or motivational speaker. All the successful people have followed these tactics religiously.
Buy this amazing book "Become Habitually Successful": http://peptalkindia.com/product/become-habitually-successful/
The Best Course of Public Speaking and Personality Grooming in entire India: http://peptalkindia.com/journey-from-person-to-personality/
Pep Talk India has touched the lives of numerous aspirants across the globe through its Youtube' videos because this channel shares with you some exclusive tips and tricks to improve your level of English Communication and gives you rationally tested inspiration to get motivated every day to sharpen your skills and groom your personality. Since we are excellent at providing training for Public Speaking, Interview Skills, Speeches, Presentation, Personality Development, Entrepreneurship, Fashion at our regular center (Rajouri Garden, New Delhi, India) so blend of all these you will also receive in our YouTube videos. so, stay tuned to get another charismatic Pep-talk very soon!
Official Website – http://peptalkindia.com/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/peptalkindia/
Twitter – https://twitter.com/peptalkindia
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/peptalkindia


text:
Storage software company Veritas has started shipping a cluster file system for HP-UX 11i users running an Oracle9i database.
According to Veritas, this is the first cluster file system that lets enterprises dump their raw disk partitions when using an HP-UX 11i platform to run an Oracle9i Real Application Clusters (RAC), without losing any performance.
Traditionally, if an administrator running HP-UX 11i wanted to take advantage of the Oracle RAC, the database would have to be stored on raw disk partitions -- disk drives without a file system or any form of organisation. Neil Macehiter, research director at Ovum, says that although raw partitions generally improve the performance of a database -- because it doesn't have to deal with the overhead of a file structure -- managing the system is far more difficult.
Without a file system, administrators have no simple way to tell how much storage the database is consuming, which means routine tasks such as database backup and recovery can only be carried out by very experienced administrators.
"While managing a fast-growing Oracle database environment is more difficult without a file system, many administrators believe raw disk is an acceptable alternative to enhance performance," said Mark Shainman, senior research analyst, META Group in a statement. "Customers should look for products that don't force them to choose between performance and manageability. An ideal alternative for Oracle9i customers who demand both would be the management capability of a file system combined with the speed of raw disk," he added.


text:
If you've been living in the same house for a long time, you may be starting to get bored with the way that your home looks. You don't want to move to a whole new home, but you also don't want to get stuck in a place that is dreary or depressing. And, of course, you don't want to spend a ton of money to do over your place. Luckily, there are a few easy steps that you can take today to bring more style and comfort to your home. Here are some tips to make your home a place that you can be proud to live in.
First, consider adding amenities that will bring you joy every day. Think about your favorite things to do and find a way to make that possible in your home. Add a basketball net to the driveway if you like to play or get a used piano to bring music to your home. You'd be surprised at how affordable and available many of the most luxurious items actually are. For example, if you need hot tubs for sale Chicago, you can find many excellent options at trusted companies like Mid West Spas Inc. Soon, you'll be relaxing in luxury in the comfort of your own home.
Next, think about bringing a little bit of the outdoors inside by incorporating natural elements in your design. Adding plants to any room can make it seem brighter and more alive, probably because you're adding things that are living. If you have space, consider adding a fireplace or other element that adds a cozy dimension to your living space. Similarly, think about adding a fountain or other water elements to your rooms to bring the relaxing sound of water to your life. These natural elements will be soothing as well as add style to your home's look.
Finally, make your space more attractive and comfortable by getting rid of all your clutter. Don't let your home become a collection of stuff that you don't really need anymore. Instead, focus on keeping things that are important to you and getting rid of things that simply add mess and distraction. By keeping clutter at bay, your house will look more attractive and will make it easier for you to relax as well as to host guests to your beautiful home.


text:
The Outline Sofa family is an architectural, refined set of sofas that comes in two and three-seater versions. Available in textile from Kvadrat or Arve and in silk leather from Camo Leathers, the Outline Sofa is a study of combining Scandinavian design and craftsmanship with superior comfort. Adding to the family is a Studio series, taking the original Outline design and translating it into a slimmed-down design to accommodate the compact dimensions of contemporary, modern homes.
Continue browsing or send the request.
After you send your wishlist, our sales agents will contact you shortly. Thanks!
Design by:
Having graduated (from Bergen Academy of Art and Design and Oslo National Academy of Art) in 2000, Torbjørn Anderssen and Espen Voll co-founded Norway Says, a design group that brought an increased international awareness to Norwegian designers, while helping to bring Norway's emerging design scene to the forefront of the world stage. Norway Says was awarded the Söderberg Prize in 2007, and its work culminated in 2009's 10-year retrospective at the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design in Oslo.
Anderssen & Voll was set up in 2009 and has since collaborated with some of Scandinavia's most celebrated brands, including Muuto, Kvadrat, Erik Jørgensen, Wrong for Hay, Menu, as well as prominent Italian companies such as Magis, Foscarini and LaPalma.


text:
Why Should You Choose the Honda Civic Over the Competition?
The Honda Civic is a compact car with a sleek style, exciting performance and awesome features. This vehicle provides an amazing experience from the second you step inside, with its comfortable interior impressive handling and modern technology. At DARCARS Honda, we think this vehicle is an excellent choice and for all kinds of drivers and you can find out more about what makes it a great option below.


text: COME – EXPLORE and delve deeply into our pages here to find out as much information about the Homes and our children as you care to. The primary areas of this section are designed to be easy to navigate and to find information specific to your needs as a Prospective Family thinking about having your child attend; as a Current Family or current community member looking for information about our events, policies, and opportunities; as an Alumni connecting and re-connecting with Kurn Hattin in a variety of ways; or simply as an Seeker of Knowledge interested in finding out more about us in general. Start here to find out more about us!


text:
Understanding Block Chain and Distributed Financial Technology: New Rails for Payments and an Analysis of Article 4A of the UCC
Document Type
News Article
Publication Date
Although the hype around bitcoin has largely abated, the underlying technology behind it, distributed financial technology, is taking center stage. Against that backdrop this article discusses the application of distributed financial technology to funds transfers, as a new payment rail. Traditional payment service providers, such as banks, can use this technology as a decentralized payment mechanism to potentially make settlement quicker, less expensive, and safer. Distributed financial technology can be adapted to payment systems without necessarily involving the issuance of a digital currency, instead using fiat currencies (such as U.S. dollars, euros, or yen) to settle cross-border transactions. However, it is only with robust payment rules, such as state-law rules adopting the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), that such payments using distributed financial technology can effect a discharge of the underlying obligation to pay.
Publication Title
Business Law Today 25 no. 7
Recommended Citation
Geva, Benjamin and Cheng, Jessie, "Understanding Block Chain and Distributed Financial Technology: New Rails for Payments and an Analysis of Article 4A of the UCC" (2016). Editorials and Commentaries. 141.


text:
Many reports put the demise of large US retailers lay blame at Amazon, because it makes for a nice, simple narrative.
Takes very little reporting and you can get enough quotes from analysts to back up the premise. However, there's another villan, which takes a bit more reporting and can be backed up by the old adage of "follow the money."
Private equity firms, which are the money men for the 1 percenters as well as large pensions and insurance companies, have been feasting on retailer debt for the last three years.
In simple terms a PE firm will do a Levered Buy Out of a firm or what is called "taking it private." When it does this to a publicly trade company it buys out the shareholders at a premium to the stock price.
The firm puts little of its own money into the buyout, since it will load the company with debt to finance the stock purchase and in turn own the debt, which it will get paid for servicing.
An extreme example of this in retail is Eddie Lampert's ESL PE firm. Lampert owned K-Mart and then bought Sears in 2005 for roughly $5B. Today Sears is worth maybe $1B but Lampert has made a nice profit from selling off or licensing most of Sears brands as well as the fees he gets from Sears and K-Mart.
Most PE firms hold positions for 5 years or less. If there is anything salvageable after that they may spin the company back to the public markets in an IPO or if there is little left sell it to a bottom feeding PE firm, which will "strip the copper out of the firm" and put it in bankruptcy.
Most of the time all these firms are making big money despite what the balance sheet looks like.
What does a retailer look like that has been infiltrated by private equity firms?
Below is a list of PE firms that have profited handsomely from the retail debt binge bankruptcy cycle in the past year or so.
- Apollo Global Management: Claire's
- Sycamore Partners: Aeropostale
- Sterling Investment Partners: Fairway
- Leonard Green & Partners: Sports Authority
- Standard General: American Apparel
Other big names in the industry are: Ares Management, Starboard and Jana Partners


text:
Damin Wolfblade is the son of Marla Wolfblade and her deceased husband, Warlord Laran Krakenshield, and High Prince of Hythria. He plays a large part in the Hythrun Chronicles in both the Wolfblade and Demon Child trilogies.
He is first mentioned in the book Wolfblade, when he is born and raised. When he is four the first assassination attempt on his life is made by his stepfather Nashan Hawksword who wants to replace Damin with his son, also Marla's son, Narvell. Like other Warlord heirs he is fostered in the households of Warlords around Hythria and his best friend is Starros who was brought into the household to confuse potential assassins as to whom Damin is. Damin's uncle Makhas, who rules Krakander in his name until Damin reaches the age of 30, is mad and believes that one day Damin will marry Makhas' daughter Leila, when in fact she and Damin view each other as brother and sister and she becomes the lover of Starros. When Makhas finds out he flies into a rage nearly beating Starros to death which causes Leila to commit suicide, this tragedy forces Damin to take control of his province and depose his uncle.
As Warlord he is a more then capable ruler but gives off an image of a spoiled good for nothing to offput his rivals, Cyrus Eaglespike and the Patriot Faction. He enjoys raiding across the border in Medalon for cattle. He also supports Tejay Lionsclaw in her bid to become Warlord after her husband dies and leaves her with four young children and a 5 year old heir, this decision will later benefit Damin greatly.
In the Demon Child trilogy Damin signs a treaty unauthorized by the High Prince and uses his Krakander Raiders to help the Defenders of Medalon against the invading army of Karien. It is during this time that he meets and becomes the lover of Princess Adrina of Fardohnya who he caught trying to escape from her husband Prince Cratyn of Karien. They share an instantly dislike of each other but through a series of encounters become lovers and fall in love, though each is too proud to admit it. On the way back to Krakander the demon child R'shiel orders Adrina and Damin to marry to create peace between Fardohnya and Hythria. It is also revealed that Adrina is pregnant. Within days of his return to Krakander Damin leanrs that his uncle is dead and his cousin Cyrus Eaglespike has claimed the throne in Damin's absence. He marches on Greenharbour and with the majority of the Warlords votes, is declared HIgh Prince. However he is then immediately beseiged by Eaglspike and Adrina is kidnapped.
Damin and R'shiel covertly rescue his wife, which prompts Damin and Adrina to reveal their true feelings to one another. Upon their return to Greenharbour, with help from Adrina's father King Hablet, they lift the seige and are crowned High Prince and Princess of Hythria with Damin appointing his captain Almodavar as the new Warlord of Krakander.


text:
Stephen R. Bradd
Recently I read an outstanding article written by Daniel Howell, a faithful preacher for the Lord's church. He articulated some important points very well and I've copied his good thoughts below for your consideration (with a few minor edits for clarity). Howell's thoughts here deserve wide circulation.
To all my friends who identify themselves as being homosexual–we need to clarify a few things. I think we can come to something resembling a true understanding of each other. Let's start with some foundational truths about my beliefs:
First, I believe that the God of heaven, the God we read about in the Bible, created the universe and all that is in it, through His Son Jesus Christ (cf. Col. 1:15-18). It all belongs to Him. He is also the Lord and Master over all His creation. He has the right to command and demand of that creation. Even those of that creation who choose to deny His existence are ultimately still subject to His power and authority.
Second, I believe that the Bible is God's inerrant communication to mankind. It tells us of His power, love, and grace, but also of His judgment. It tells us of what He wants from His creation, but also of what He does not want. It is by the words of that book that the entire world will be judged in the end of material existence–even those who rejected those words (cf. John 12:48).
Third, I believe these things not simply because I need a "faith system" to keep me going. My faith is not a crutch–it is based on reason and reality. It is my reason for living. Jesus is the way, He spoke the truth, and the kind of life He came to give is the only one worth living (cf. John 14:6). I believe this partly because the men who wrote the words of the New Testament were eyewitnesses of the things they wrote about (cf. II Pet. 1:16-21), and they were willing to suffer and die for them (cf. I Cor. 4:9). In fact, many did. You would have to be crazy to die for something that you knew was a lie, wouldn't you? Of course there are many other reasons beyond this, but those are for another article. So for me…no, scratch that…
For everyone, what the sovereign God of the universe has said are the words of (absolute) "truth and reason" (Acts 26:25; cf. John 17:17)–even if you choose to reject them.
This means that if I am going to be consistent in what I believe, I have to speak out against sin. Just because you don't believe in God's existence or that the Bible is His word doesn't mean that it does not apply to you.
If I know that God will judge the deeds of every man and woman at the end of time, then I am compelled to speak about the matter. I have to persuade people to stop doing the things that are against God's will, and that will ultimately harm them physically and spiritually (cf. II Cor. 5:10,11; Eph. 5:11). Think of it this way:
You are my neighbor. If I knew that you were about to step into danger, but instead of warning you I just stood back and let you be harmed, what kind of neighbor would you think I am? If I knew the truth and claimed to live by it, but I allowed you to be deceived and harmed by a lie, what kind of person would I be?
Let me answer that question for you–I'd be a hypocrite. So when Paul warns in I Corinthians 6:9 that those who practice homosexuality "will not inherit the kingdom of God" (i.e., go to heaven), it requires that I take a certain course of action–a warning against the danger!
You see, the truth is not made to be kept hidden and silent (cf. Luke 8:16). Christianity isn't a "private faith," but rather Christ is to be acknowledged and His words lived out before all men (cf. Matt. 10:32,33; Luke 9:26).
So in order to be consistent with what I believe, I must speak out against homosexuality. In order for YOU (as one who proclaims a message of tolerance) to be consistent in what you believe, YOU must accept that I am going to speak out against homosexuality. Yet that position is impossible.
The modern message of tolerance is a false, empty gospel. It promises peace, but it is logically unattainable. True tolerance would leave no room for outrage over "intolerant" views like mine. But the modern flavor tends to pick and choose what to tolerate, and what to be intolerant about. In practice, it tends to look more like this: "I'll tolerate your beliefs unless you don't tolerate mine–then I will become your worst enemy." Obviously that can make a person very hypocritical!
So ask yourself this: Just how consistent in your own beliefs of tolerance are you really? You might think my beliefs to be ignorance, bigotry, and discrimination. You think I am against you. You think I just don't want you to be happy. You couldn't be more wrong. Have you actually taken the time to ask me the deeper reasons as to why I believe homosexuality to be wrong, and why I will speak against it? Maybe you should.
You see, I'm actually for you. I only want the best for you. I don't want harm to come your way. I am more "tolerant" than you think–and maybe even more tolerant than you. Practically speaking, what does all of this mean?
I've never said that you should "pray the gay away." That is an awful misrepresentation, and a terrible piece of propaganda. I know, and you need to know, that should you choose to repent of homosexuality (as many in Corinth did, I Cor. 6:11; Acts 17:30) that you might struggle with the temptation of same-sex attraction for the rest of your life. But a temptation is not an identity.
We are all tempted by past sins. A former drunk may still be tempted to drink, but that doesn't make him a drunk now. A former thief may be tempted to steal, but that doesn't make him a thief now. A former drug addict may be tempted to shoot up, but that doesn't make him an addict now.
If you repent, you may be tempted by same-sex attraction, but that doesn't mean that you are a homosexual. No, when you repent and obey Jesus, you become a new creation in Christ–the old "you" is gone (cf. II Cor. 5:17). Even the sticky goo those labels might leave behind is eradicated. You will be a Christian, and a child of God the Father.
If you don't change, that doesn't mean that I'm going to treat you any differently than any other human being. I will let you cut my hair and serve my food in a restaurant. I will sit next to you in a hospital waiting room. I will hold the door open for you or pick up something that you dropped. I will be cordial, friendly, gracious, and normal in the way I behave toward you–just as God expects me to be. That's the essence of what it truly means to not judge (cf. Matt. 7:1-5).
I will behave in that way toward you, even if you are "creeped out" by what I believe, and don't behave in that way toward me. It's not because I'm better than you, but because Christ is better than all of us, and I follow Him.
Don't be the person to make things weird. I won't–unless you consider my sincere expression of my beliefs to be weird or unacceptable (which would be very, very intolerant of you).
I'm not going to stop telling the truth. Neither are those who are like me. The decision is yours as to whether you choose to accept, criticize, or ignore said truth. I'll love you whatever you choose.
Just keep this in mind: "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is man's all. For God will bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing, whether good or evil" (Eccl. 12:13,14).


text:
What is WRL
World Robotics League ® is a robotics competition for students of all ages to participate using a variety of Robotics Kits and programming languages. The focus of World Robotics League ® is almost purely on Technical Merit and Provable Excellence from Teams.
Click the Register button to register your team for 2020.
If you would like to start a chapter of WRL at a new location, please contact us.


text:
Dragon Ball Z Mugs Volume 1 (US)
Check out this awesome range of mugs! The Dragon Ball Z Mugs Volume 1 (US) post contains so many Heat Reactive mugs and it is amazing. We've marked them with an (R) to make them easier to pick out. With so many different designs and colours we are confident that you will find one here that you will love. Not only that we handpicked all the best ones and put them all in one convenient place. There are a tonne more where these came from so let us know if you want a Volume 2!
The items below make for some awesome gifts as well as some great collectables. However, the items below are for US residents only. Therefore our aim is to provide as many links to as many people as we can. So check back regularly, follow our social media accounts or Blog or even sign up to our Newsletter to stay up to date!
Dragon Ball Z Mugs Volume 1 (US)
Click on the image or Check it out now! button for more information, if there are any broken links then please let us know.
Goku Kaio-Ken (Heat Reactive Mug)
See before your eyes, Goku power up as you pour your tea, coffee or whatever into it. Before the times of Super Saiyan transformations, Goku had to resort to his awesome Kaio-Ken power ups. Taught by none other than King Kai, Goku was able to take his strength to whole new levels and it makes a return in Dragon Ball Super too!
Teen Gohan Super Saiyan 2
(Heat Reactive Mug)
That awesome moment when Gohan went full on beast mode and unleashed his true inner power. As you pour your hot drink into this one see Gohan perform the Father-Son Kamehameha with of course, his father Goku. The very same attack that allowed the two to kill Perfect Cell, with the help of Vegeta of course.
Goku SSj 3 Kamehameha
(Heat Reactive Mug)
The most powerful Super Saiyan transformation reached by Goku or any other Saiyan for that matter. So powerful that he took on both Majin Buu and Kid Buu and managed to hold his own. Although the first time we saw the transformation they wasted almost the entirety of an episode, but it was worth it. We think...
Future Trunks vs Mecha Frieza
We say 'Vs' but there was no match when it came to these two in Dragon Ball Z. Probably THE GREATEST first impression from any character in the Dragon Ball Z universe and possibly of any anime out there! Even though Future Trunks was not a mainstay in the series, he left us with many great memories.
Goku SSB (SSGSS) Saiyan Coffee
Whether you are a fan of the new Super Saiyan Blue form or not, you cannot be upset that Dragon Ball is back! Combined with the ever familiar Starbucks logo, this mashup design gives fans of both the best of both worlds. First seen in the fight against the returning Frieza and his new Golden form, it made a great debut to the series.
Further Information
Finally you can show the world how big a fan you are of the greatest anime and manga ever created. As long as you take care of them they will last a while. In addition, it does not matter what your age or gender may be as we will have you covered.
All things considered we highly recommend any of the items on this post or any other post. Furthermore you can even get them for friends and family as they make awesome gifts. In any case it is a great way to introduce them to the franchise if they are not fans of it already. Accordingly the Dragon Ball Z Mugs Volume 1 (US) include some of the best moments, events, and characters from the Dragon Ball Z franchise. In fact they include some from the Dragon Ball series, DBZ movies, Dragon Ball GT series and the new Dragon Ball Super series.
We update all our products under every category, so be sure to check back regularly for more cool DBZ content. Furthermore keep up with our social media accounts as they will be notifying followers on various platform. If you enjoyed this post then please share it with your friends, family and other Dragon Ball Z fans!


text:
It looks like Britney Spears is getting serious about her life and career again. Earlier, I wrote about her decision to go on an international tour on her latest album, Circus, in 2009. In the beginning, it was not sure whether she would go or not but now, things have become serious. The 26 year old singer, who will turn 27 on
Britney Spears first revealed her tour plan in an interview on Z100, a
Things are looking good so far for the singer. The single of her latest album, 'Womanizer,' was released on
Related articles:


text:
Creating Artistic Playing Cards in Photoshop
Course info
Course info
In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll learn how to create playing cards in Photoshop. We'll use photo manipulation, digital painting techniques, and will add special effects with some new brushes in Painter to complete our digital artwork. We'll also learn basic graphic design techniques for creating card ornaments before using Illustrator to create the back of the card and print the template file. Some of the key takeaways from this tutorial include learning how to blend photographs with digital painting; working with mirrored compositions to create double-sided, poster-sized playing-card artwork; and organizing files to create various overlapping details. By the end of the Photoshop training, you'll be familiar with controlling lights and shadows, adjusting colors with color blends, as well as the various layouts and artistic possibilities in creating playing cards. Software required: Photoshop CC (2014), Painter 2015.


text:
The Korean daily media headlines and humor
Tuesday, August 13
U.S. prods S. Korea, Japan to seek 'creative' solutions to trade row
The United States maintained Monday that South Korea and Japan need to seek "creative solutions" to their disagreements after Seoul took retaliatory steps for Tokyo's export control measures. Washington also continues to stand ready to facilitate dialogue between its two Asian allies, a U.S. State Department spokesperson told Yonhap News Agency.
S. Korea says N.K. apparently eyes nuclear talks with U.S. after military drills end
North Korea appears to be seeking the resumption of working-level nuclear talks with the United States after ongoing joint military drills between Seoul and Washington end, South Korea's presidential office said Monday. A senior Cheong Wa Dae official was responding to a statement issued by a North Korean foreign ministry official Sunday that contains strong condemnation against South Korea and blasted Seoul for staging the allies' military exercises that kicked off last week.
Another new missile highlights N.K.'s focus on conventional weapons amid nuclear talks
North Korea showed off yet another newly developed missile last week, indicating that the regime has been focusing on the modernization of its conventional weapons system as nuclear negotiations with the United States have remained stalled, experts said Monday. On Saturday, North Korea fired two short-range projectiles from its eastern coastal city of Hamhung in South Hamgyong Province into the East Sea, the fifth such launch since July 25 and seventh firing so far this year.
KBS (http://world.kbs.co.kr/english/news/)
Japanese Vice Foreign Minister: S. Korea Would be Violating WTO Rules
Japan's Vice Foreign Minister Masahisa Sato says Seoul's removal of Tokyo from a list of nations receiving preferential treatment in trade would be violating World Trade Organization rules if it was retaliating against Japan's export control measures. Sato made the remark on Twitter on Monday, quoting a report on Seoul's latest move.
UN Report: S. Korea Hit Hardest by N. Korean Cyberattacks
United Nations experts say South Korea was the biggest victim of North Korea's cyberattacks. According to the Associated Press last week, the UN Security Council North Korea sanctions committee recently reported to the Security Council that experts are investigating at least 35 cyberattacks by North Korea in 17 countries.
BTS Wins 4 Awards from US Teen Choice Awards
K-pop super group BTS has bagged four awards from a prestigious popular culture awards show in the United States. According to the group's management agency, Bit Hit Entertainment, BTS won the most awards out of all the nominees for the Teen Choice Awards 2019 held in Los Angeles on Sunday. They won the Choice International Artist award for the third year in a row, and the Choice Fandom award for the second consecutive year thanks to their ARMY fan base.
Yonhap (http://english.yonhapnews.co.kr)
New batch of S. Korean troops to deploy to Somali waters amid speculation over Hormuz Strait mission
South Korea was set to dispatch a fresh batch of troops to the Gulf of Aden on Tuesday for anti-piracy efforts, the Navy said, amid speculation the contingent could also undertake missions in the Strait of Hormuz as part of a U.S.-led coalition. The 30th batch of the Cheonghae Unit is scheduled to depart the southern port city of Busan later in the day to conduct anti-piracy missions off the coast of Somalia for six months starting in September, according to the Navy.
Spy chiefs of Koreas met secretly in April after no-deal summit breakdown in Hanoi: source
The top intelligence officials of the two Koreas met secretly in April after the North's spy chief was replaced following February's no-deal summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and U.S. President Donald Trump, a government source confirmed Tuesday. The meeting between National Intelligence Service Director Suh Hoon and his North Korean counterpart, Jang Kum-chol, came right after Jang took over as chief of the North's United Front Department (UFD), the source said.
S. Korea tops shipbuilding orders for 3rd month in July
South Korea retained the top spot in global shipbuilding orders for the third straight month last month, industry data showed Tuesday. In July, local shipyards won orders totaling 270,000 compensated gross tons (CGTs) to build 10 ships, accounting for half of the orders placed around the globe, according to London-based Clarkson Research Services Ltd., the world's leading provider of data for the shipping and shipbuilding industries.
The Korea Herald (http://www.koreaherald.com)
Moon bogged down by multiple crises
Topping the long list of issues which Moon faces is the escalating tension with Japan. Since he took office, bilateral relations with Tokyo have gradually deteriorated, culminating in its recent trade restrictions. In July, Japan applied additional restrictions on exporting key semiconductor-related materials to South Korea, and earlier this month removed the country from its whitelist of trusted trade partners that receive preferential treatment in importing more than 1,000 items.
Koreans reject 'No Japan' campaign, focus on criticizing Abe
Last week, it took less than five hours for a district office in Seoul to withdraw its plan to hang some 1,100 banners featuring "No. Boycott Japan" on lampposts across major streets in the heart of the city following a strong public backlash. After officials from Jung-gu Office put up some 50 banners reading "I won't go (to Japan), I will not buy (Japanese goods)" around the district, which encompasses popular tourist destinations such as Myeong-dong, Namdaemun Market and Deoksugung, the municipality's website was bombarded with public complaints.
S. Korea to exclude Japan from trade whitelist in September
South Korea is set to drop Japan as a preferred trading partner in September in response to Tokyo's recent decision to exclude Seoul from its whitelist, officials said Monday. "An export control system on strategic items should be run under ground rules of an international export control system," said Industry Minister Sung Yun-mo during a press briefing Monday afternoon.
The Korea Times (http://www.koreatimes.co.kr)
Korea to deploy troops to Somali waters amid speculation over Hormuz Strait mission
South Korea was set to dispatch a fresh batch of troops to the Gulf of Aden on Tuesday for anti-piracy efforts, the Navy said, amid speculation the contingent could also undertake missions in the Strait of Hormuz as part of a U.S.-led coalition. The 30th batch of the Cheonghae Unit is scheduled to depart the southern port city of Busan later in the day to conduct anti-piracy missions off the coast of Somalia for six months starting in September, according to the Navy.
Trump considering North Korea envoy as next ambassador to Russia
Stephen Biegun, the diplomat who has been leading efforts to revive stalled U.S. denuclearization talks with North Korea, is under consideration to be President Donald Trump's next ambassador to Russia, a source familiar with the matter said on Monday. The current ambassador to Moscow, Jon Huntsman, is due to step down in October after two years in the post, the State Department said last week, amid speculation he plans to run for Utah governor.
Flights resume at Hong Kong airport after protests
Flights resumed Tuesday at Hong Kong airport a day after a massive pro-democracy rally there forced the shutdown of the busy international transport hub. Early Tuesday, passengers with luggage were being checked in at the departures hall and information boards showed several flights were already boarding or about to depart. The abrupt shutdown of one of the world's busiest hubs came after thousands of black-clad demonstrators flooded the airport for a peaceful rally.
Chosun Ilbo (http://english.chosun.com)
Car Market Shrinks as Paradigms Change
The global car market is shrinking as demand for fuel-powered vehicles dwindles and consumer priorities change. According to market information provider LMC Automotive, global car sales in the first half of this year dropped 6.6 percent from a year ago to 45.16 million cars. A drop was predictable given the slowing global economy, but the size of the plunge came as a shock as predictions had varied between one to three percent.
Korea Demotes Japan from Preferential Trade Partner
The government on Monday decided to remove Japan from a list of preferred trading partners in a tit-for-tat that risks disrupting vital supply chains. Trade Minister Sung Yoon-mo in a po-faced announcement told reporters the measure was "part of revisions to Korea's export controls on strategic goods" rather than revenge for Japan doing the same earlier this month.
Online Food Shoppers 'More Likely to Have Poor Eating Habits'
Buying food online could lead to a poor diet, a study suggests. The study based on a survey of 410 women conducted by Kongju National University revealed that nearly 90 percent of respondents had bought food online, with the most frequently purchased items being instant or frozen food. The most-cited reasons given for buying food online were low prices, a variety of choices and convenience of delivery.
HanKyoReh Shinmun (http://english.hani.co.kr)
Japan's secret underground imperial headquarters
On Aug. 10, Akimi Hara, a historical researcher in the city of Nagano, in Japan's Nagano Prefecture, stood at the section of the Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters under Mount Zozan and pointed to where the tunnel connects with the outside. The beam of light was fixed on the former site of a hanba, or bunkhouse, that housed the Korean slave laborers who had been working on this site during the Japanese colonial occupation.
[Interview] Japanese historical researcher tackles issue for forced labor
"The biggest problem is the propaganda claiming that Japan has become a victim because of the South Korean Supreme Court's ruling on compensation for victims of forced labor." Japanese modern history researcher Yasuto Takeuchi noted this in response to the Abe Shinzo administration's claim that the South Korean Supreme Court's judgment on compensation for victims of forced labor was a violation of international law. Takeuchi took part as a panelist in a symposium hosted by "Tokyo Candlelight Action Against Yasukuni" (Yasukuni is a shrine that serves homage to Japanese war dead, including war criminals) on Aug. 10 at the Korean YMCA in Chiyoda, Tokyo. In an interview with the Hankyoreh after his presentation, he said, "Even if it is belated, the Japanese government should acknowledge the illegality of the colonial occupation and step up to take action to solve the issues that remain unaddressed under the 1965 Treaty on Basic Relations." Takeuchi has researched the issue of forced labor for 30 years, and written a four-book series called, "An Investigation into the Forced Labor of Koreans."
Admin. court rules government must disclose correspondence on IRP regarding KORUS negotiations
The South Korean government must disclose the correspondence related to intellectual property rights (IRP) that it conducted with US lawmakers and businesses after the Korea-US Free Trade Agreement (KORUS FTA) took effect, a South Korean court has ruled. This could be an opportunity to confirm claims that US pressure played a major role in Seoul's IRP policies and laws.
The Dong-A Ilbo (http://english.donga.com/)
Seoul to remove Japan from its 'white list'
South Korea has decided to remove Japan from its "white list" of countries that enjoy streamlined procedures when importing strategic goods from the country as early as September. This appears to be a corresponding measure to Japan's exclusion of South Korea from its "white list." Although the South Korean government mentioned the possibility of a further action, it did not announce an aggressive trade restriction measure as Japan, which singled out three semiconductor materials to be subject to trade restrictions.
Samsung launches industry's first 108MP mobile image sensor
Samsung Electronics announced Monday that it will mass produce 108 megapixel (Mp) Samsung ISOCELL Bright HMX, its new mobile image sensor to go beyond 100 million pixels. The latest addition came in three months after the company introduced 64Mp sensor offerings in May.
A statue to commemorate 'comfort women' on Mt. Namsan
A commemorative statue will be established for comport women victimized by the Japanese troops during World War II on Mt. Namsan under the auspice of Korean nationals living in the United States. The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on Monday to hold an unveiling ceremony for a statue in commemoration of war-time sex slaves around the Seoul Education Research & Information Institute on Wednesday or a Memorial Day for Comfort Women commemorated nation-wide. Late Kim Hak-soon, one of the comfort women, gave an official testimony about her painful experience for the first time on Aug. 14, 1991.
The KyungHyang Shinmun (http://english.khan.co.kr/)
Cho Kuk's Confirmation Hearing: Conservative Opposition Cries "War!"
The right man for reforming the Prosecution Service vs. Abandoning the rule of law. The ruling and opposition parties announced the "Battle of Cho Kuk" ahead of a confirmation hearing of the justice minister nominee Cho Kuk (54). On August 11, the conservative opposition party launched a wave of attacks using the word "war," and some even called for a boycott. The ruling party is intent on defending Cho, a symbolic figure of judicial reforms and also one of the president's closest aides. Some people are evening predicting that the confirmation hearing will be just as intense as one fit for a presidential candidate.
North Korea Openly Ignores South Korea and Heads Straight for the U.S.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un expressed his wishes to negotiate with the U.S. after the ROK-US joint military exercises, increasing the possibility of North Korea and the U.S. resuming the stalled talks. The military exercises will be conducted for ten days from August 11 to 20, so working-level talks between the North and the U.S. may resume as early as the end of this month.
[Editorial] The U.S. Claims to Be an Ally, While Handing an Excessive Bill
Minister of National Defense Jeong Kyeong-doo and U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper will meet at the defense ministry in Seoul on August 9 and discuss security issues. The meeting is drawing attention because a series of challenging issues for South Korea are expected to be on the table. A typical example would be the U.S. demand for a higher contribution by South Korea to cover defense costs. Already on August 7 (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at this issue, tweeting, "South Korea has agreed to pay substantially more money to the United States in order to defend itself from North Korea." Reportedly, John Bolton, the White House national security advisor, who visited South Korea earlier, asked South Korea to increase its contribution five-fold from what the nation is currently paying now. The U.S. appears to be taking advantage of South Korea's current situation, in which it is heavily reliant on the U.S. due to disputes with Japan and the North Korean nuclear problem, to raise South Korea's contribution and seize an advantageous position in negotiations with other allies. Such an attitude from the Trump administration is nothing new, but it is still surprising. The U.S. has not even been able to fully use the defense contributions provided by South Korea. Watching the U.S. demand another excessive hike makes us wonder if the U.S. regards its ally as a moneymaking opportunity.
Maeil Business News Korea ( http://www.pulsenews.co.kr/)
S. Korean lenders rush to offer foreign currency wiring services
South Korean lenders that have been actively seeking to making inroads into overseas markets are competitively introducing easy-to-use and foreign currency wiring services to better meet growing demand by foreign national residents in the country and Korean companies with operations in Southeast Asian countries.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10's pre-orders staying 20-30% ahead of its predecessor
The 10th-year-anniversary phones of Samsung Electronics' iconic pen-enabled Galaxy Note have been met with satisfactory demand, with pre-orders exceeding 20 to 30 percent of its predecessor. SK Telecom Co., one of the major mobile carriers in South Korea, said Sunday that it has received about 20 percent bigger pre-orders of the Galaxy Note 10 smartphones than its predecessor during the first two days, with greater demand for the phablet-size 6.8-inch Plus model although Samsung Note became available in regular phone size for the first time.
Hyundai Motor launches scooter, bike-sharing service in Jeju Island
South Korean auto giant Hyundai Motor Co. has kicked off a ride-sharing service for electric scooters and bicycles at the country's southern resort island of Jeju, taking a low-key approach in a segment that has been slow to pick up due to die-hard protests from the cab industry.
What's ticking around the world at this second?
See what the world media around the world have to report:
USA Today www.usatoday.com firstname.lastname@example.com
The New York Times www.nytimes.com firstname.lastname@example.com
Wall Street Journal www.wsj.com email@example.com, email@example.com
Financial Times www.ft.com firstname.lastname@example.com
The Times www.thetimes.co.uk email@example.com
The Sun www.thesun.co.uk firstname.lastname@example.com
Chinese People's Daily www.people.com.cn email@example.com
China Daily www.chinadaily.com.cn firstname.lastname@example.com
GwangmyeongDaily www.gmw.cn email@example.com
Japan's Yomiuri www.yomiuri.co.jp email@example.com
Asahi www.asahi.com email@example.com
Mainichi www.mainichi.jp
Le Monde www.ilemonde.com
Italy LaRepubblica www.quotidiano.repubblica.it firstname.lastname@example.com
Germany Frankfurter AllgemeineZeitung www.faz.net firstname.lastname@example.com
SüddeutscheZeitung www.sueddeutsche.de email@example.com
Australia Brisbane Times www.brisbanetimes.com.au firstname.lastname@example.com
Sydney Morning Herald http://www.smh.com.au
Colombia Reports http://colombiareports.com
Bogota Free Planet http://email@example.com
El Universal http://www.eluniversal.com.mx/english
Andes http://www.andes.info.ec/en
Ecuador Times http://www.ecuadortimes.net
The Jordan Times https://www.jordantimes.com
LSM.lv http://www.lsm.lv/en
The Baltic Times http://www.baltictimes.com email@example.com, firstname.lastname@example.com, email@example.com
El Pais http://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
Philippine Daily Inquirer https://www.inquirer.net
Daily News Hungary http://dailynewshungary.com
Budapest Times http://budapesttimes.hu
The Korea Post is running video clips from the different embassies.
Azerbaijan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OR8CBpcQ4WM
Sri Lanka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hByX92Y2aGY&t=22s
Morocco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfFmp2sVvSE
And many other countries.
What are you waiting for?
Use us!
The Korea Post media are more than eager to be used, and to serve you—with the following five news outlets, 34 years old this year!
Korean-language Internet edition: http://www.koreapost.co.kr
English-language Internet edition: http://www.koreapost.com
Korean-language print newspaper:
English E-daily: http://www.koreapost.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=9796


text:
Learn The New Connection Between Meghan Markle And Princess Diana
This article is from Do You Remember. Click the title to hop over there.
We are where nostalgia lives
Meghan Markle seems to be fitting in as a royal quite nicely. The new Duchess of Sussex is apparently already thinking about children and family heirlooms. Meghan and Harry have several family heirlooms already and Meghan has another heirloom from her acting days that is also a nod to the late Princess Diana.
She hopes to give her future daughter a Cartier Tank watch that she purchased back in the days when she was acting on the show Suits. She revealed that when she found out that Suits was being picked up for a third season, she splurged on a two-tone version of the expensive watch.
Thank you to everyone in Chester for the wonderful welcome for The Queen and The Duchess of Sussex today! #RoyalVisitChester #Chester 📷PA
A post shared by Kensington Palace (@kensingtonroyal) on Jun 14, 2018 at 6:50am PDT
It wasn't just a splurge, but a hope for the future. She said she had it engraved to say 'To M.M. From M.M.' and that she plans to give it to her future daughter one day. She says that is what makes things like this special, the ability to pass it on and share a story with your children. While she has plenty of beautiful and expensive jewelry to pass down, it is pretty special that she can tell her future daughter that she bought this piece herself. It is even more special that she had her future daughter in mind, way before she even met Harry.
Princess Diana was also a fan of the Cartier watches. She owned two versions, a Tank Louis Cartier and an all-gold Tank Française. The classic watch was invented in 1917 by Louis Cartier. Jackie Kennedy Onassis was also a fan of the watches back in the day.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will undertake an official visit to Australia, Fiji, the Kingdom of Tonga, and New Zealand in the Autumn 🇦🇺🇫🇯🇹🇴🇳🇿 The tour will fall on the occasion of the @invictusgames2018 in Sydney.
A post shared by Kensington Palace (@kensingtonroyal) on Jun 10, 2018 at 4:01pm PDT
Last year, Cartier released a new set of the iconic tank watches to celebrate the brand's 100th anniversary. Cartier watches can set you back around $2,000 to as much as $22,000 and beyond.
Thank you to everyone in Windsor and beyond for making today so special. It was an incredible day! #royalwedding
A post shared by Kensington Palace (@kensingtonroyal) on May 19, 2018 at 2:36pm PDT
Meghan and Harry also have Princess Diana's aquamarine cocktail ring and Meghan's engagement ring that they may want to pass along one day. For now, we just wonder when these two will start having beautiful children!
A post shared by Kensington Palace (@kensingtonroyal) on May 19, 2018 at 6:16am PDT
We haven't seen much of Harry and Meghan since Meghan's birthday earlier this month. We wonder what they have been up to!
If you enjoy reading about the Royals, please SHARE with a friend who also loves Meghan and Harry!
The post Learn The New Connection Between Meghan Markle And Princess Diana appeared first on Do You Remember?.


text: Amazing set up for the weekend Christening function! the room is available for groups of between 60 to 150 people. The venue has large parking, free wifi, full disability access, catering, a fully licensed bar, and CCTV overlooked play area. The room is just £50 available from 12pm to 5pm. Christenings run at the


text:
DNBi SelfMonitor
Provides you with the latest information that your vendors, banks, suppliers and customers see when they access your D&B credit information to make critical decisions regarding your business. The DNBi SelfMonitor provides the most insightful, in-depth evaluation of your company's short/long term financial stability and creditworthiness. It offers a detailed view of a company's financial position including a Risk of Late Payment Dial, Payment Performance Trend Arrow, Payment Trend Profile Report, and Credit Limit Recommendation, in addition to a QuickTour, which shows you how to use each data element in the report to answer specific questions about your business. DNBi SelfMonitor also comes with the Auto-Refresh feature, which means that you will receive the most up-to-date information available from D&B every time you access your report for a full year.


text: While surfing around trying to find out how many 69 runners are still out their. Ran across new car's released. They stated that a new runner was suppose to come out in 2017 or 18. But they where still working on it so 2019 or 20 was the new date. I would have a 460 motor and did not tell much else. Can't say it looked like the new charger or challenger. But similar to them. Or may be like the new Cuda. I would list for 53.000 or so. I don't know if this was a hoax or not. Maybe it will come to past and we can see what the future runner look's like.


text:
Arm wrestling
The International Space Station's troublesome robot arm has now banged into the side of the station, apparently of its own accord.
The Canadarm2 sprang free from its fixing and struck the station during testing designed to locate the cause of an earlier problem.
At first NASA engineers thought that the 17-metre long arm might have been snagged by stray wires during a manoeuvre, but the astronauts aboard the ISS said they were not touching the controls. It is now thought that built up tension caused the arm to spring free of its anchor.
Astronauts did not report any damage to the space station and said that otherwise the arm performed correctly. They had in fact hoped that an earlier fault, which has stopped the arm's shoulder joint functioning properly, might resurface during testing. Engineers are keen to identify and fix the problem before the arm is next used during the construction of the space station.
Launch dilemma
The next shuttle flight, to fit the space station with a 6.5-tonne airlock and also deliver a new crew of astronauts, has been delayed from its scheduled 20 June launch to 12 July at the earliest. NASA remains concerned that the arm's earlier problem might resurface during the delicate procedure. Officials will meet on 18 June to discuss delaying the flight further.
"The dilemma is do you have a perfectly healthy arm, or do you have a problem that just hasn't shown itself in a couple of weeks?" said Kyle Herring, a spokesman for NASA's Johnson Space Centre in Houston.
The £425m Canadian-built arm has a double set of controls, but the problem has only occurred in the back-up system. NASA believes the difficulty to be in the communications between the arm and its computer control unit.
A series of software patches have been created to diagnose the glitch but the problem has not recurred. Engineers could modify the software used to control the arm to ignore the affected joint, making the structure function with six of its seven joints.
The only other alternative would be to replace the arm altogether and NASA has said that this could not take place until November, when the shuttle Endeavour is due to launch.
Related stories:
The giant arm on the ISS seizes
Web links:


text:
Kerala Floods
It is unfortunate that Kerala has to go through such a disaster. Kerala is witnessing such a massive flood affecting almost all the districts and majority of the population. The shutters of about 24 dams have been opened so far, including all the shutters of the Idukki dam, which is the largest arch dam in Asia. The Kerala government and the disaster management authority acted swiftly and have managed the situation very effectively so far. Rescue operations are underway with the help of the army. Kerala Floods are now under control.
People of Kerala are suffering with huge loss. During this disaster, airline companies are taking part in rescue operations and starting their services early to help people. ir India is likely to press bigger aircraft into service for flight operations to Kerala to help deliver relief material and clear passenger backlog. The closure of flood-hit Kochi airport since August 16 has led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights.
An official said they were in touch with those coordinating the delivery of relief materials. He added they have offered to operate Boeing Dreamliners in case they want to deliver the materials to Thiruvananthapuram. Dreamliners are long-haul, twin-engine planes, whose variants can seat up to 335 passengers.
Aviation regulator DGCA is monitoring airfares for flights connecting Kerala Floods hit area but it should not be seen by airlines as micro-management by the government as this is a unique situation of 'humanitarian crisis', Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu said today (August 21, 2018).
Airlines have been requested to cap the maximum fare
Airlines have been requested to cap the maximum fare to around Rs. 10,000 on longer routes and around Rs. 8,000 on shorter routes to and from Kerala and nearby airports during Kerala Floods. The Central government has also asked domestic airlines to keep a check on airfares for flights operating to and from Kerala. According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, airfare on 18 domestic routes is being monitored.
On Tuesday (August 21 2018), IndiGo airlines followed Alliance Air's footsteps to ferry passengers from the Naval Base. "Reviewing the current flood situation in Kerala, we will operate three daily additional relief flights to and from Kochi Naval Base effective August 21, 2018 to August 26, 2018," it informed. On Tuesday, IndiGo airlines has followed Alliance Air's footsteps to ferry passengers from the Naval Base. "Reviewing the current flood situation in Kerala, we will operate three daily additional relief flights to and from Kochi Naval Base effective August 21, 2018 to August 26, 2018," it informed. IndiGo will be having three in-bound flights to Kochi—two from Bengaluru and one from Chennai. In addition, there will be three flights from Kochi—two to Bengaluru and one to Chennai.
Kerala is a highly populated state (population density is more than 3 times compared to that of national average) and is geographically made up of a narrow strip of land lying between the tall mountains of Western Ghats and the Arabian sea. So whatever encroachments made so far had only a negligible impact in this and the main reasons behind the floods are the geographical specialty of Kerala and the record rainfall it has been receiving these days.
We hope that Kerala will be able to overcome this flood too just like it has done many times in the past.


text:
Happy Holidays
December 21, 2018
We here at Smith Haven Auto Group would like to take this opportunity thank you for your business. We also want to wish you peace, love, and joy this Holiday Season. May the holidays fill you with fun and laughter, and very prosperous 2019. We wish only happiness to you and your loved ones.


text:
A Herbal Food supplement offering nutritional support to the Circulatory System. Each tablets contains 570mg of the finest Dried Green Buckwheat and provides 30mg of Natural Source Rutin. Rutivite Original tablets are made from the finest quality Green Buckwheat. The whole plant is used, as recommended by generations of herbalists. Rutivite Original has been a firm favourite for nearly half a century with people wishing nutritional support for their Circulatory System. Rutivite Original is of the same consistently high quality and effectiveness as it has always been.
Take two tablets per day after food, or make an infusion with one pint of boiling water. This may be taken iced in warm weather with fruit drinks. As an alternative, put one tablet in the pot when making tea, allow to stand and drink in the normal way.


text:
Antler Chairs Made From Red Stag Antlers & Fallow Deer Antlers "Hunter" (Contact For Price)
These gorgeous hand crafted chairs are Imported from Europe and made only from top quality Red Stag and Fallow Deer antler sheds. The cushions and back rests made using only high grade leather. These pieces are built one at a time by our expert craftsmen who have been building antler furniture in Europe for over 25 years!
The chairs come either with Olive or Hunter Green leather!
The chairs measure: 21" Wide x 21" Deep x 38" High.
Please, contact us for prices, shipping quotes or if you have any questions either
by email: firstname.lastname@example.com or toll-free at 1-800-319-9145
fossil marble, fossil tables, fossil decor, crinoid fossils, crinoids, crinoid fossil, museum grade fossils, museum fossils, museum quality fossils, specimen fossil, trilobites, ammonites, orthoceras, morocco fossils, moroccan fossils, fossil table, fossil furniture