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Iron deficiency is a common diagnosis in endurance athletes and because of an accelerated erythropoietic drive is more common in those training and competing at altitude. If left untreated, reduced iron stores may adversely affect endurance performance, resulting in lethargy, undue fatigue, and reduced physical work capacity. Currently, the current understanding of the mechanisms underlying post-exercise iron is poor and no clear best practice iron supplementation guidelines exist. Therefore, medical staff, nutritionists and physiologists can provide limited information regarding iron supplementation strategies for altitude training.
This project will investigate the mechanisms regulating post-exercise iron metabolism in response to intermittent hypoxic training (Study 1) acute and chronic Live High, Train Low altitude exposure (Study 2), and compare the efficacy of oral v intravenous iron supplementation during chronic Live High, Train Low altitude exposure (Study 3). Specifically, Study 1 will employ a repeated measures design to investigate how high intensity interval exercise performed in hypoxic and normoxic conditions influences post- exercise hepcidin, inflammatory cytokine (IL-6) activity and subsequent iron status. Study 2 will examine the influence of weekly high intensity interval exercise on hepcidin, IL-6 and erythropoietic activity during the post-exercise recovery period in response to 21 days of Live High, Train Low altitude exposure.
Finally, Study 3 will compare how oral v intravenous iron supplementation influences resting and post-exercise hepcidin, IL-6 and erythropoetic activity in response to 21 days Live High, Train Low altitude exposure. The outcomes of this project will play a significant role in enhancing our understanding of post-exercise iron metabolism at altitude, allowing for development of "best practice" iron supplementation guidelines in such environments. Therefore, these outcomes may prevent the incidence of iron deficiency and assist the repletion of iron stores in athletes travelling to, or training at altitude.
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Associate Professor Chris Abbiss
The University of Western Australia (Aus), Dr Peter Peeling
Australian Institute of Sport (Aus), Dr Laura Garvican
Australian Institute of Sport (Aus), Professor Chris Gore
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Since I was a child, I've had a bit of an obsession with rocks. I think this mainly had to do with growing up in an area with some spectacular rocks to collect.
My favorites were what we called sparkly rocks which you mainly find around creeks. Most of mine I found around Viburnum, Missouri, an area with large lead deposits.
But in addition to sparkly rocks and fossils (which I also loved), I always kept my eye out (and still do) for witch stones.
Witch stones, also known as fairy stones and hagstones, are rocks with a naturally occurring hole in them. As you can probably guess, the best hunting grounds for these rocks is also near streams since water is what washes away parts of the stone to form the hole.
Holly Black made witch stones (she called them fairy stones) somewhat famous with her use of them in the Spiderwick Chronicles. In her stories you used the stones to see the fairy world, but they are probably better known as a way to ward off evil.
According to this article, people used to hang them over doorways (especially of stables) or wore them around their necks and some even used them as a spout through which the poured milk to keep it from curdling.
I'm not sure as a child anyone ever told me what they were supposed to do, but I've always thought of them as witch stones and known they carry with them some kind of magic that I want to possess.
Any of you own witch stones? How do you use them?
I love rocks too. Didn't think anyone else did :-) Haven't ever heard of these stones before.
I do not have any witch stones but I have many obsidian (volcanic glass) pieces. They come in many colors: Black, green, purple, amber (sometimes called root beer), Rainbow or peacock, spider-web, mahogany. Some obsidian when sliced into a slab are opaque, translucent, or clear. Others may have patterns like swirls or lace. If you would like some, email your address.

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One of the pushes at Redgate Software over the last year or so is to move faster. We aim to develop software quicker and get the changes and improvements into the hands of our customers quicker. A new feature doesn't help anyone if it sits inside of a VCS, undeployed, for months. Customers and clients need to see the software changes.
There are various ways to achieve this. The SQL Prompt team manages themselves, and being a small group, they have been successful at not only writing code quickly, but releasing often. In fact, they've released code to customers over 70 times in the last year. As a result, a few other development groups are looking to work in a similar, lightweight, rapid development manner.
However, that's not an appropriate process for all developers. In fact, in most companies I've worked in, there is always someone that needs to manage and report on milestones and efforts to build software with some sort of plan. In addition, most products have a wider scope than something like SQL Prompt, which means more developers, more coordination required, and everyone must deal with more friction throughout the process.
One of our project managers wrote an interesting piece on how he worked to get the SQL Monitor team, one of our larger pieces of software, to meet their goals, and also move to a more rapid development and deployment process. It's a look at the changes made in process and the adaptations to reality that occurred last year. I found it fascinating to read since I'd see the team dramatically improve the product in a fairly short period of time.
As with most of the stories about successful software development teams, buy in and support from management, especially project management is important. Without your leadership wanting and being willing to change, little will. Developers have to believe as well, but I suspect that if management truly supports improvement and is willing to change the way they work with developers, the people that write code are usually willing to go along for the ride
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The Voice of the DBA Podcast
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Coffee + friendship what could be better.
You can put the world to rights over coffee. It doesn't have the 'mad moment' connotations of plans made while in vino. coffee chat, coffee ideas, coffee plans always seems just a tad more realistic.
It is down to earth, it is boosting, it is warming of hands and tummy too. Whether you are curled up on the sofa gabbing over cake crumbs, huddled in a cafe on a rainy Monday morning comparing notes on a dull weekend or even basking in sunshine at a French pavement cafe - there is just something so special about having a cup of steaming hot coffee with a friend.
There are of course risks involved. Just like anything else there is a downside that must be faced.
There is the 'Too much of a good thing' syndrome. Yep, the dreaded one coffee too many and a caffeine rush that has you feeling the hairs growing out of your head and standing to quivering attention. Has you wincing at sunlight and jigging on the spot like the floor has turned to fire.
There is also the dreaded moustache moment. Now this one happens to me all the time. I really should put my foot down, come over all demanding and say 'No Chocolate' when I ask for a coffee. You see the chocolate, no matter how little there is, just seems to gravitate towards me and adhere to my upper lip rather like the proverbial shit on a shoe. I can never seem to walk out of a coffee shop without that little brown grin of no confidence just peeking from the corner of my mouth, or, God forbid, the full Marx brothers experience lip line.
It's not as if I don't delicately wipe my mouth, lick my lips and try to remove evidence of my wanton addiction to the cappuccino stuff. It just seems that the minute I've done cleaning up my smile I will take that final sip and be done for. I usually don't notice my smile addition until I have done some shopping, talked to a few people and then got into the car. It is at this point that I'll look in the rear view mirror and go 'Yeeeauch!' (or words to that effect).
So today when I meet Lis for coffee I shall say no to the chocolate, or I'll stir it all in, or I'll drink away from the damn stuff, or I'll flick it off like a ten year old boy - or I'll have forgotten all about this and I'll enjoy every mouthful. I'll love the chat and the planning, the ideas and the friendship. Then I'll walk outside and smile with a lovely splat of chocolate just peeking from the corner of my mouth.
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- 01 Feb 2019
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- Olympic News, Beijing 2022, Fight against doping
The Olympic Games Beijing 2008 left a number of legacies that continue to have an impact on sport in China even now, nearly 11 years later.
One of those legacies was the creation of a state-of-the-art anti-doping lab, which has become one of the best-performing laboratories, as seen in WADA's annual report.
During the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022, the Beijing lab will be well equipped to process the expected 3,000 samples, which will be vital in the IOC's mission to protect clean athletes, combat cheating and ensure that anyone responsible for using or providing doping products is held accountable, as part of a zero-tolerance policy.
During his meeting with IOC President Thomas Bach in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping restated his strong stance on doping, as well as insisting that he personally "hated doping in sport".
"There will be a zero-tolerance approach to doping and corruption," he said. "We will have a clear and firm policy. I want to make sure we win a gold medal for anti-doping measures."
Adding to the already rich legacy, the Olympic Winter Games in 2022 will help to boost expertise and international collaboration even more, while also providing an opportunity to update equipment.


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Introduction: Trusses
We made a 3-foot tall Eiffel Tower model. How do you say DIWire in French?!?
Trusses are a commonly used structural component in all types of construction. A truss consists of numerous smaller lengths, each of which handles a portion of the load supported by the overall assembly. In short, trusses are sturdy and they're everywhere. Some examples: The Eiffel Tower, The Hearst Tower, Popsicle Stick Bridges. Try for yourself! Clip your bends together or use magnets to fixture your assembly for welding or soldering. Make a 2D or 3D truss and let us know how it goes!
Step 1: Gather the Necessary Materials and Tools
Step 2: Bend Some Trusses
To make a 3D four-sided truss, you'll need to bend four similar 2D trusses.
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Spot-weld or solder your lengths and bent portions together. We used 90-degree magnets to make sure our angles were clean.
Step 4: Testing
A quick in-house strength test: Our truss holds stuff much better than wood does.
Step 5: Other Examples
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Fine Arts Festival of Manatee County
ArtCenter Manatee proudly presents the 19th Annual Fine Arts Festival of Manatee County, a juried two-day outdoor festival that takes place in Downtown Bradenton at the beautiful Riverwalk Park on the Manatee River. The show features local, regional and national award-winning artists, artist demos, shopping, music, food vendors with seating and more. The festival attracts art lovers of all kinds. Admission and parking are free and open to the public. The proceeds of the festival benefit ArtCenter Manatee's Education programs
The splash pad is located at 452 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205.
General Information
February 22, 2020, 9-5pm &
February 23, 2020, 9-4pm
You may enter through ArtCenter Manatee or you may enter through Zapplication
The classes of entry into the show are: Fine Craft, Jewelry, Painting & Drawing, Photography and Sculpture.
Best of Show: $1500
1st Place: $1000
2nd Place: $850
3rd Place: $650
Booth Information
All booths measure 12′ x 12′ to accommodate a 10′ x 10′ tent. All tents must be white; no exceptions. Please do not attempt to enter the area for set up before 12:00 pm. Electricity is not provided. Anyone wishing to use a generator must be approved prior to use; no exceptions and if not approved in advance, can be grounds for immediate withdrawal from show, with no refunds. ArtCenter Manatee will not be responsible for any property losses, damage, or injuries sustained while the artist is participating in the festival.
Standard Booth Fee: $275
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One of the many hobbies my daughter and I share is Planning!
Tonight after dinner she came in our room and said
"Hey Mom, we have to set up our planners"
This definitely made my heart smile.
I want her to be organized & organized.
To know the importance of time management…
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I finally received a finished copy of the mysterious skin soundtrack this morning, what a pleasant thing to wake up to. I hadn't seen the artwork or been able to verify if the spelling was right, and, as I've been plagued throughout the years with typos and other errors on artwork, I was a little nervous.. So I took a deep breath and opened the package. What a pleasant surprise. On first look it seems to very classy and expensive…. I like those qualities in cd packaging : I'm not a great fan of 'indie lo-fi design and packaging'. I feel that it reflects on the music inside the package. In that respect I'll stay with the classy and expensive, thank you. I often wonder why people spend months making and perfecting their music and then package it in such a cheap and nasty way.. Maybe it's just the way the music industry is nowadays, with less and less room for the aesthetically pleasing…So, anyway, sorry about that rant.. The point is… The package looks great, well done to those over at commotion records who got it together. I was very touched by the comments written by Gregg Araki, director of the movie. Very complimentary, Thank you Gregg….
So, what else? I did more song writing on the train from Paris yesterday. This is becoming some sort of a theme, I mean I'm not some train freak or anything, it's just that I'm finding it an easy place to put on my headphones and spend a couple of hours really focussed on what I'm doing, free from distractions..
ok.. 10am … Studio is calling
Yesterday I finished the remix of Smile for Mitsuo Tate and Miki Berenyi. I've used the original vocal and bass and pretty much done everything else afresh. It sounds pretty vibrant and powerful and I hope that people will get a chance to hear it…I'm not sure of the release date but when I know I will post it here. I'd just like to point out that while I've been sweating over his mix Mitsuo has been relaxing in a hot spa near Tokyo for the weekend with his girlfriend. Jealous, me? never… lol.
Next.. I started to write a piece for an up and coming exhibit in The Cincinnati Contemporary Arts Center, I think, called Audio Interference. I had been asked by the organiser of the event, the very delightful Liz Copeland from WDET in Detroit, last November when she invited me to perform on her show. I'm quite excited to contribute something as I have a blank canvas, well blank with the exception that it's an audio only exhibit. So that's what I'll be geting up to today….
the only problem with my recent songwriting bout on Amtrak (see a previous post : 19 crescent) is that it has left me with a lot of work to do in order to record these songs, perfect them, fine tune them and generally produce a record. I'm a long way off but the process has started. Writing on the train was a much more focused environment for working than working at my studio. Generally there were no 4 year olds, nor adolescents, on the train. No email, no cooking, no answering the phone, in fact, no responsibilities at all.. Now I'm back working here I appreciate more the time I had away, in productivity terms at least. It was a good idea and one I'd like to try again at some moment, perhaps rennes to vladivostock and back….
So, now back to work.. I'm remixing a track called Smile for Mitsuo Tate who is stepping out of the shadows to make (finally) a CD featuring his own songs. He is working with Tamaru Yamada and Miki Berenyi. It's something that's made me very happy, Tate San making a record.. Hope people can give it a listen, there are some samples on his website.
I was also happy to receive in the mail a copy of Earthbound, an album by Sophie Barker, singer from Zero 7. I was particularly interested in having a copy in my hands as it was something that I contributed to by co-writing and producing two tracks and producing a third on the album.
It was last year or maybe even the year before, that we worked together, so it was a pleasant surpise to hear it again. To my shame, I haven't listened to the rest of the album yet, my excuse being that I asked Lucy Belle to tidy up the cd's and I haven't been able to relocate it. Earthbound is available on iTunes..
Anyway, back to the studio for me, had my little break, time to play some guitar..
I had to wait a bit before writing this as I couldn't log in to the server, so this isn't as fresh in my mind as I hoped it would be. But whatever, I'll just write a little anyway. Soooo.. OK, I am safely back home in France and reflecting on my weekend. It was pleasing. A little more about the show, where did I leave it?, oh yes, it was after the rehearsal. So saturday, daytime there was more rehearsing and the piece known as Calligraphy came together. It was Harolds idea to close the show with us all playing together, the approximate order of appearance being myself, Steve Cobby, Harold, Theo Travis, Alexander Balanescu and Bill Nelson with Jah Wobble and Steve Jansen arriving halfway through with a pounding 5/4 rhythm… So when Mr Wobble showed up, after just arriving from paris, we gave it some attention and it seemed to be, well, you know, it seemed to be pretty good considering the mess it could have been… We worked out some of the finer details, curiously omitting to work out how whe would end the piece.. (???).. (of course we'd all realise this a few hours later on stage).. whatever.. anyway, job done.. went to waterstones and bought a pile of books in English to take home and met up with a couple of friends before the show…
The Balanescu String Quartet started the whole event and I'm not going to go into the details of the show, as you had to be there.. this ain't a review….but there were a lot beautiful moment's, Harold seemed completely relaxed…(err… he always seems completely relaxed) and the audience was entranced.. After the interval Steve Jansen did a gong solo called Lirio and I realized I had to go on in 5 minutes, so I started to will myself not to trip over Bills pedals, or walk on with my fly open or some other thing that I'm predisposed to doing only when there is a couple of thousand people looking at me.. When I eventually found my way on to my place on stage, no thanks to the, er, minimalist lighting by Russell Mills, and picked up my guitar, I felt, well, relaxed and kinda looking forward to it… And well the rest is… well you had to be there.. I sounded like… me, I guess, and I can't offer much more than that..
me onstage with harold budd
On the whole, the calligraphy piece, had some moments of great beauty and I'm sure we all have taken something different from the experience, perhaps with the exception of us all realizing we hadn't worked out how to finish the damn thing at the same time.. 🙂
So… after the show, the usual chit chat with the others about what we'd just done, lots of compliments all round then off to a little aftershow party where I met people who had travelled from afar to see the event and who all seemed pleased with the evening.. It was very touching to see the love for Harold in the room. He was so central to the event and he has made all of our lives richer by intoducing us all to each other..
So.. I just read that back and it seems so inadiquate, as there are lots of little anecdotal stuff which could amuse and many important parts glossed over..
Most importantly, I'm glad I was asked and I'm happy I did it….
Last night I arrived in brighton, accompianied by my daughter lucy belle. We had a warm welcome, when we arived late at the hotel after a very choppy channel crossing, from harold and russell mills, both of whom I've known for several years, maybe more!!!.. Talked for a bit, catching up. Went to bed..
Friday morning…SO… to the brighton dome, where a spectaclar 'scéne' was set. I bounced around for a little while, initially a little embarassed, but gradually trying to talk to people, esp, I guess, the poor folks who have to play with me.. (or should it be… me, play with them)..next to me is bill nelson..my fingers turn to concrete as he plays (warning: this may be a recurring theme).. steve jansen, with his big gong sets me into 'let's tease him because he has to get oiled up like the rank man' mode. This does not, however crumble him, as he manages to slide, effortlessly behind his kit and astound us all with his mastery of his craft.. (what I mean is playing in 5/4 which left me….lost). Actually, apparently this was jah wobble's idea but, wtf?, he's not turning up 'till tomorrow afternoon. I'll have to have words with him..fucker… 5fucking4….. so, we have, theo travis, soprano sax, a delight, steve cobby, apparent soul mate and showing sign of 'fuck me, what do I do?' (I like that), of course, harold, coming in every now and again to give his blessing to what we are doing. Russell Mills, is cooking up an electrical storm with some beautiful, yet understated lighting. John Foxx turns up a little later, then, being the only human voice heard thus far, leaves most of the rest of us bewitched..
So..we have a whole team of technicians. This is a good thing.Because after 5 minutes I start to have serious tech issues. Something ain't right. OK, so we've checked, like EVERYTHING….
grrrrrrrr. big problem, means I may have to drop my looper piece and replace it with something, more,… free form…mmmmm, less of my thing, I wish I may just crumble into small particles of worthless dirt at this moment..
But you know what? I'm starting to feel comfortable with these people and figure, after a while, that my contribution is worthwhile..
Still, it's time for refreshment.. So we retire to a local hostelerie and when asked for a defining moment of his 68 years, I hear harold tell me 'hearing stan getz for the first time'.. this freaks me a little as I just played stan getz to lucy belle in the car. I ask steve cobby his first record and he tells me, bowie's, life on mars which, of course, freaks me a little more as I just played life on mars to lucy belle in the car…ummm.. There is so much more to tell, except I don't have the literary prowess to share them here. Tomorrow is show day.ummm, well, it'll be ok when wobble is here….
Credit to amanda and guy, who, although they don't pay for anything, are looking after us 'spoiled musicans' in a most lovely manner.


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Here are some random facts for you . . .
1. 75% of women on the Titanic survived. 50% of children survived . . . and 20% of men survived.
2. All the insects in the world combined weigh 300 times more than all the people combined.
3. It takes more than 52 gallons of water to make a latte. It's because you have to factor in the water it takes to produce the coffee, milk, sugar, and the material for the cup, sleeve, and lid.
4. The sound of most toilet flushes is in the key of E flat.
5. A McDonald's Quarter Pounder patty STARTS at 4.25 ounces, which is slightly over a quarter of a pound, but it's only three ounces when it's done cooking.


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Alien Arcade…AN ALL NEW EXPERIENCE
Anthony Baker – Drums/Vocals/Production Manager – From Crystal Roxx
Jordan Demarest – Guitar/Vocals – From Octane
Joe Berndt – Bass/Vocals – From Octane
For this Pre-St Patrick's Issue our Bartender of the month comes to us via Harrigan's Irish Pub in Warminster Pa.,we want you to meet Julia. She works mondays ( day) and fridays (day) and has been working in the bar business for a good number of years. She would not say how many…Ha Ha…but she is a true veteran behind the bar.
Her full time job is in the real estate business where she works 24/7 and her passion is to cater to first time home buyers..".I really like to help people and being in the bar business is such a great way to meet all kinds of characters. The cast of thousands and I just like hearing all the stories they spill out to me, when I am behind the bar" she says.
Julia is 5′ 5" tall and has dark brown hair & brown eyes. She is the owner of one a great personality and is a resident of Upper Southampton. Julia has a good base of loyal customers who come out to see her each week, * part of the cast of thousands, as she said. She is so well liked and it shows when she does her shifts.
ON SPORTS: Likes the Phila. Eagles and the Phila. Soul. She loves football.
OOT is going to see if we can get her a pair of tickets to see the Phila Soul.
FAVORITE DRINK: Beleveder Cosmo
FAVORITE DRINK TO SERVE: Long Island Ice Tea
Stop by to Harrigan's Pub and meet up with Julia. See this artilce @ www.ootonline.com our Featured Bartender of the month and also this feature is linked from the Wired 96.5 FM site.


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Late Joe McGreevy
The death has taken place of Michael Joe McGreevy, Aughoo, Ballyfarnon.
Peacefully, in the tender care of the staff of U.C. H. G. and surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his parents John and Elizabeth, brother Seán, sisters Rene, Carrie and Betty.
Sadly missed by his loving brother Richard, sisters Agnes, Monica, Philomena and Goretti, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at the residence of his sister and brother-in -law, Monica and Chris Dowd, Keadue West on Sunday afternoon from 2.00 o'clock until 5.30 o'clock. House private thereafter.
Removal to St. Patrick's Church, Crossna arriving 7.00 o'clock.
Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 11.00 o'clock.
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A business can be fined up to £1000 for not displaying a valid certificate.
Due to the Employers' Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act of 1969, Employers' Liability Insurance is a legal requirement of most businesses who employ staff within the UK. It provides cover in case employees make a claim due to work related injuries or illnesses. The act of 1969 ensures that companies have at least the minimum requirement to cover potential claims which could be made by employees.
Policies cover fees for things such as compensation, legal costs, medical expenses, and ambulance fees. The minimum benefit to be provided by these insurance policies is at least £5million but commonly businesses upgrade to policies which provide up to £10million.
Not only is it a legal requirement to have the insurance if you employ staff but it is also an offence if the current certificate is not displayed and easily viewed by all staff.
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Pizza + Bread Bowl = Mouthwatering Deep-Dish Pizza Bread Bowl
Who doesn't love homemade pizza, fresh from the oven? But what if some friends randomly stop by and you're out ingredients to make your own dough? Chances are, you have a standard loaf of white bread sitting on your counter or waiting for you in your pantry, in which case — problem solved! Once your guests try this sophisticated version of pizza, they'll be requesting it all the time and it will soon become a culinary staple at all your future get-togethers.
You'll need:
- 1 loaf of white bread
- 8½ fl oz tomato sauce
- 7¾ oz mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 6 oz salami, sliced (can substitute pepperoni slices)
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 bunch basil
- 2 cabanossi sausages, sliced (can substitute kabanos or kiełbasa sausages)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 5⅓ oz shredded mozzarella
Here's how:
1. Cut the top off the loaf of bread and scoop out the bread in the bottom half, thus making a bread bowl. Set aside the bread lid because you will need it later.
2. Spread two-thirds of the tomato sauce on the base of the bread bowl and cover with mozzarella slices.
3. Layer the salami slices on top of the mozzarella cheese.
4. Layer the onion pieces, basil leaves, cabanossi sausage pieces, and finally the red bell pepper slices.
5. Spread the remaining tomato sauce on top and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over it. Now put the bread lid back on the bread bowl.
6. Wrap the stuffed bread loaf in aluminum foil and weigh it down with a wooden board or ceramic plate. Let it sit this way for about 30 minutes, or until flattened.
7. Remove the aluminum foil and place the entire bread loaf on a pan. Sprinkle a little mozzarella cheese over the bread lid and garnish with a few slices of cabanossi. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes at 350°F.
8. What a cheesy feast — be careful not to burn your fingers in your eagerness to grab a slice!
This pizza bread bowl in a regular white loaf is the best thing since sliced bread!


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Gov. Phil Murphy's internal investigation is complete, and still there is no sign the governor intends to hold anyone accountable for the mistreatment of Katie Brennan after she accused a senior staffer, Al Alvarez, of raping her during the 2017 campaign.
Still, the report is not the shameless whitewash we saw from Gov. Chris Christie during the Bridgegate scandal. Verniero lists several key mistakes made by Murphy's senior team. And if there is one staffer who deserves the largest share of blame, it is the governor's chief counsel, Matt Platkin.
It was Platkin who decided that no one should tell the governor about Brennan's allegation, even after she wrote a personal email to Murphy asking to discuss a "sensitive matter." Platkin insisted that the state's confidentiality laws barred anyone on Murphy's staff from sharing what they knew, a legal opinion that was flatly wrong, according to the internal report, led by former Supreme Court Justice Peter Verniero.
Was Platkin twisting the law out of shape to reach a conclusion that might protect the governor from political fallout, by giving him a chance to plead ignorance? It's reasonable to suspect that, because Platkin's legal opinion was ridiculous on its face, as the Legislature's investigation has made clear.
The state's confidentiality laws make exceptions for those who need to know about such allegations. On that basis, Brennan's allegation was shared with senior players, like Chief of Staff Peter Cammarano. By what twisted logic could Cammarano be informed, but not the governor?
Platkin's mistake was costly, both to Brennan and Murphy. If the governor had been informed, he might have nipped this entire scandal in the bud by blocking the hiring of Alvarez, or at least firing him sooner.
Verniero's report also found that the administration should have investigated these allegations on its own, but that no one questioned Alavarez or solicited testimony from Brennan. Again, as chief counsel, that failure falls squarely on Platkin.
Alvarez was never charged with a crime, but Verniero's report notes that the standard of proof in criminal cases is stricter than the standard that would apply to Alavarez's employment. It's unlikely that Alvarez would have been allowed to remain in his job for so long if an internal investigation found convincing evidence against him. So again, Platkin's mistake was costly.
Murphy, meanwhile, continues to damage himself by refusing to answer simple questions. For example, Verniero could not find out who hired Alvarez in the first place, and Murphy continues to stonewall on that question, refusing to say whether he himself has demanded an answer from his own team.
"This is just bizarre," says Sen. Loretta Weinberg, co-chair of the legislative committee doing its own investigation. "Just tell us. I don't understand it."
Verniero was charitable in his description of this stonewalling. "We are left to surmise that…Mr. Alvarez's hiring into state service was a foregone conclusion given his involvement in the Murphy campaign and association with the transition office," the report states.
A foregone conclusion? No, someone had to make the decision, and that person is lying, still. The governor needs to crack some heads and get the answer. The buck stops with him.
And if he wants to come clean, he also needs to remove the gag order on women staffers who signed non-disclosure agreements during the campaign and transition, so that they can freely discuss the workplace environment on Team Murphy.
Verniero's language in this report is overly kind to the Murphy administration, especially on the question of who hired Alvarez. And it finds no credible explanation for the failure to remove Alvarez from his job, months after Brennan was promised he would go. But it includes some important criticism, especially regarding Platkin.
The Legislature, controlled by Democrats, has more work to do. Verniero's report, while helpful, will not be the final word.
More: Tom Moran columns
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'Red Dead Redemption' becomes backwards compatible with Xbox One
Still haven't experienced Rockstar's western epic Red Dead Redemption but refuse to go back to your Xbox 360 to do so? Microsoft has you covered. As of Friday, the game will finally, officially make its debut on Xbox One as a backwards compatible title.
This isn't the first time the industry has buzzed about Red Dead Redemption's appearance on Xbox One. Last year in February it made a nebulous appearance on the console for eagle-eyed players and then it was removed by Microsoft, who claimed it was just a test and wasn't meant for the general public.
Obviously it was a test for the full release for Xbox One owners, who can now play the game on their consoles this Friday, July 8. Of course, you still can't play Red Dead Revolver, but hey, baby steps.
Via: Larry Hryb
'Halo 5: Guardians' is getting Warzone Firefight this July
With the Halo Wars 2 beta freshly ended, Halo fans are likely looking for something solid to sink their teeth into. Halo 5: Guardians developer 343 Industries has come forward with exactly that: The big Warzone Firefight update, which launches on July 29th. Get ready to dust off those Needlers.
Warzone Firefight is a cooperative game mode that hearkens back to the Firefight mode originally seen in Halo 3: ODST and Halo: Reach, where each round the opponents get a little tougher as you stave them off. Alongside a few new bosses and vehicles like the UNSC VTOL and AV-49 Wasp, there are new maps, REQs items, and a new Forge level to build levels upon.
In a bid to keep as many players interested as possible, 343 Industries is also making Halo 5: Guardians entirely free as well from June 29th through July 5th for all Xbox Live Gold members. If you want to purchase it and make it your own, it's also going to be 50% off during that time too. You might want to pick it up and keep it as the original Halo 5: Guardians campaign is also getting a new Score Attack campaign where you can play with others via online co-op or go solo.
Take a look at the Warzone Firefight beta in action below.
Source: Xbox Wire
Babymetal will cute you to death in Rock Band 4
Earlier this summer, a trio of teenage rockers took the internet by storm with their unique blend of J-Pop effervescence and head-banging thrash metal beats. The band's star continues to rise with both a world tour and the announcement that their first hit, "Gimme Chocolate" is coming to Rock Band 4. The song will available as a bonus track beginning October 6th (which is when the game actually hits store shelves). Unfortunately, the track is exclusive to the Xbox One platform and needs to be reserved as part of the game's pre-order bundle.
[Image Credit: Redferns / Getty]
Via: BoingBoing
Source: XBox One
Xbox One will eventually stream your PC games
Xbox One streaming on Windows 10 is nice and all, but how about getting the power of your PC on the console? Xbox head Phil Spencer has confirmed to the Verge that Microsoft is working on Windows 10 streaming to the Xbox One. He already hinted that such a feature would happen after tweeting that Microsoft would support mice on the Xbox One. He said that "it's actually a little more challenging doing the encoding on the PC side to Xbox," since PC hardware varies widely from user to user, unlike the Xbox One. He added, however, that "challenge is good."
Spencer emphasized that Windows 10 features are an "incredibly strong" part of the Xbox One's roadmap, and that "(gamers) want to play with their friends… on the device they want to play on." He said getting a mouse and keyboard working on the Xbox One is a prerequisite, but it looks like that'll happen soon. There's no timeline on PC to Xbox One streaming, however — so I wouldn't make any definitive plans until Microsoft officially launches the feature.
Filed under: Gaming
Source: The Verge
Xbox One Madden NFL 16 bundle comes with a year of EA Access
XBox One's new bundle will have football fans cheering. The Xbox One Madden NFL 16 bundle includes 1TB of storage, a full download of Madden NFL 16 and a year's subscription to EA Access. That subscription not only grants access to The Vault, EA's collection of downloadable titles, users will also be able to play Madden 16 on August 20th, a full five days before the game officially launches. The bundle will go on sale August 18th for $400. You can also pre-order it from Amazon.
[Image Credit: EA Sports]
Filed under: Gaming, HD, Microsoft
Source: Major Nelson
ICYMI: Gaming mood lighting, a shooting drone and more
Today on In Case You Missed It: Virtual Reality by Oculus Rift is about to get way more tactile thanks to a newly acquired hand tracking tech company. Hue lights will now sync with an Xbox One game and oh man, the ambience on your next blood bath will be intense. And a YouTuber uploaded a video of a drone that fires a semiautomatic handgun, which makes crabby old men the world over pleased.
Today's bonus video will make Star Wars fans drool: A 'jedi' wearing a GoPro gives us the force-master view of what fighting is really like.
And from the cutting room floor, we really wanted to show you the video of this color-blind man seeing colors like purple for the first time, but the Jedi beat him out. It's still worth seeing though!
If you come across any interesting videos, we'd love to see them! Just tweet us with the #ICYMI hashtag @engadget or @mskerryd.
Filed under: Displays, Misc, Gaming, Peripherals, Wearables, Internet
I won't be playing 'Halo 5: Guardians' and here's why
In the early 2000s, four-player, split-screen Halo was a revelation for my then-girlfriend Jenn (who would later become my wife), her two sisters and me. It was amazing, frantic, swear-filled fun. Controllers were thrown; tempers flared. But that's all sadly in the past. Last week, Halo's current custodian, 343 Industries, revealed that it's abandoning local split-screen multiplayer and native LAN support for this fall's Halo 5: Guardians. We knew from earlier reports that local campaign co-op was out of the question, at least at launch, but the Ars Technica report confirms we won't see any split-screen multiplayer modes or native LAN support. Allow me to repeat: No local multiplayer. None. In a Halo game. For me, and likely many other longtime Halo fans, the news is a bitter pill to swallow.
Look, I get it. I spent a year and a half as a game tester — working alongside some great folks who are actually now part of the hard-working team at 343. Incorporating something like split-screen mode isn't as easy as flipping a switch. Everything needs to be tested to make sure no single aspect brings the whole game down. It would require an intense amount of resources from engine optimization to level design to tweaking the UI to testing. It's a big investment to make for something comparatively few Halo players likely utilize these days; for something so niche. And if any studio knows the danger of promising the moon and failing to fully deliver, it's 343 — the launch of four full games under the umbrella of Halo: The Master Chief Collection proved to be a bit too ambitious and the studio spent months post-launch addressing issues. To successfully launch Halo 5: Guardians, it needs to focus on delivering the most popular and most lucrative aspects of the franchise. And in this day and age of widespread broadband access, split-screen local multiplayer just doesn't make the cut.
With 343's goal of fluid, 60fps gameplay, it's unlikely two-player, let alone four-player split-screen would have been possible without some serious compromises — compromises the studio is evidently unwilling to make. And reports of uneven split-screen performance in Halo: The Master Chief Collection likely made 343's decision to forgo it a bit easier.
In one Halo 3 match, I brought a sniper rifle to a Brute Chopper/Warthog fight and immediately regretted it.
Beyond all that, I understand the notion that local, offline multiplayer doesn't give developers the sort of real-time stats and telemetry that online matches provide — data that can be used to improve the existing game and provide insight for future titles. Split-screen multiplayer, in some ways, is a vestige, a throwback to a simpler time when we played games with our friends in person because we didn't have much of a choice. In my gaming heyday, we didn't have broadband access. We had to invite our friends over to our house to play Halo… and we liked it. A lot.
Split-screen multiplayer is a throwback to a simpler time when we played games with our friends in person because we didn't have much of a choice.
2001's Halo: Combat Evolved was more than a game for me; it was a bonding experience like no game I had played to that point. During one typically intense 2v2 local match, I calmly explained to Jenn that perhaps she should switch from the shotgun during a long-range shootout since it's a close-range weapon. I considered it a sensible suggestion. Her reply? "Fuck you!" It was a visceral, in-the-moment reaction to a logical, practical suggestion — the kind of impassioned reaction split-screen Halo reliably provided. And it was the kind of interaction that worked so much better in person.
When Jenn's youngest sister eventually bought her own Xbox, we dabbled in two-screen/multi-room LAN play, a cumbersome setup that amped up the excitement even more (it's amazing how much more intense Team Slayer gets when you can't screencheat!) As the years rolled on, we still enjoyed the occasional split-screen and LAN multiplayer session with each successive Halo release. But the Halo of today is a much different beast than the one we grew up with. It's now a multibillion-dollar machine and 343 Industries is understandably more concerned with a return on investment rather than nice-to-have, but ultimately expendable features.
Using local split-screen co-op and Xbox Live, my wife (right, with rocket launcher) and her sister ride in to save the day.
For the first time in 14 years, Jenn and I are sitting this Halo out.
It's a decision, however, not without consequences. Case in point: I still don't have an Xbox One, but I was planning to pick one up in time for Halo 5. It seemed like good timing considering the many, many, many kinks 343 Industries had to work out after Halo: The Master Chief Collection's troubled release. I would be jumping back aboard Master Chief's bandwagon in time to enjoy a mostly functioning collection of all-time favorites and the latest entry in the series. Jenn and I could explore co-op together and occasionally invite friends and family over to pile up on the couch and enjoy some good, ol' split-screen fun. But last week's news threw a UNSC Infinity-sized wrench into those plans.
I'm sure Halo 5: Guardians will be a polished, highly acclaimed entry in this long-running series with enough content and features to lure in new fans and keep most longtime disciples happy. But I'll likely just have to read about it. For the first time in 14 years, Jenn and I are sitting this Halo out.
[Image credits: Microsoft/343 Industries (Halo 5 teaser video)]
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Xbox One 'Rainbow Six Siege' will come with both 'Vegas' games
To accompany today's news that Xbox One will soon be backwards compatible with Xbox 360 games, Ubisoft just announced that Rainbow Six: Vegas and Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 will be free for anyone that buys the latest game in the franchise, Rainbow Six: Siege. Although no one has explained exactly how this'll work, all Xbox 360 games will need to be downloaded (rather than played by disc), so you'd assume Seige will arrive with download codes for both titles. Ubi is the second developer to announce such a deal today, as Bethesda is giving away Fallout 3 with Xbox One copies of Fallout 4. Hopefully this becomes a trend of sorts — it'd make a nice change from having to buy all those "definitive" editions, wouldn't it?
Check here for everything happening at E3 2015!
Filed under: Gaming, Microsoft
Source: Engadget Live Blog
Xbox One will play Xbox 360 games, preview members can try it today
Fans of backwards compatibility are getting their wish: Microsoft just announced that the Xbox One will be able to play Xbox 360 games. Demonstrated on stage with Mass Effect by Mike Ybarra, it sounds a lot like the OG Xbox -> Xbox 360 setup — you just plug in the disc or download the game, and the system plays it, but now with Xbox One features like taking screenshots, Game DVR, and game streaming included. All developers need to do is approve a game for backwards compatibility for it to work, so the list of compatible titles could grow rapidly. Microsoft took a chance to ding Sony for its PlayStation Now streaming setup too, promising "gamers won't have to pay to play games they already own." If you're in the Xbox preview program you will be able to try this out later today with a limited set of titles. A teaser image for the feature showed off other games like Perfect Dark Zero, Gears of War, Super Meat Boy, Halo Reach, Halo 3, Shadowrun and Borderlands. We'll try it out once it launches but wow, funny to see this here just two years after Don Mattrick called it "backwards."
Check here for everything happening at E3 2015!
Get ready to play your #Xbox360 games on #XboxOne. #XboxE3 pic.twitter.com/emuzzpbOMa
– Xbox (@Xbox) June 15, 2015
Re Xbox One Back Compat: Game developers just need to approve titles showing up. Preview members will get it later today !
– Larry Hryb #XboxE3 (@majornelson) June 15, 2015
. @XboxP3 announces Xbox One Backward Compatibly. Play Xbox 360 games on Xbox One starting today for Preview members pic.twitter.com/P8ex2G0OO6
– Larry Hryb #XboxE3 (@majornelson) June 15, 2015
Filed under: Gaming, HD, Microsoft
Your 'Fallout 4' PC mods will work fine on the Xbox One, too
Take a quick tour of YouTube and it'll become clear that PC gamers get to have more utterly ridiculous fun since their games are so easier to mod. Wanna fire cars out of a gun? Simple. How about turning Skyrim's dragons into monstrous, angry former wrestlers? You get we're going with this (and that video is definitely worth a watch). Anyway, Bethesda is working on bridging that cross-platform insanity gap with the upcoming release of Fallout 4 – director Todd Howard just confirmed that mods made for the PC version of the game can be "transferred, played and shared for free" on the Xbox One.
In fairness, the game doesn't hit shelves – either physical ones or those pesky, metaphorical digital ones – until November 10, but it's a welcome change that Howard apparently spent ages lobbying for. It's really no wonder why. Mods have this wonderful tendency to build on existing experiences and turn games that would've otherwise been forgotten when the next AAA game rolled out into thoughtful, ludicrous worlds that can keep people coming back months and years after purchase. (Hell, your humble author still mucks around in Just Cause 2 because the lure of flying around a faux-South Pacific island and nuking despotic statues can only be resisted for so long). The quick tour we got of the new Fallout world seems plenty meaty enough to savor even without mods, so let's hope those creators cook up some seriously peculiar stuff to bake into our favorite post-apocalyptic wastelands.
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We recently completed the 750m River Great Ouse viaduct. You can read more about it here in our latest news.
Please feel free to use this story on your own channels if you think it's right for your audience. I've attached a couple of photos should you wish to use them.
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Anonymous (Kuwait, Kuwait)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Rate
Excellent staff, a good hotel with location as every thing is available next to the hotel , rooms are ok , but for a 4* hotel i expected some facilities in the room like tea sets .but overall a good choice hotel.
Daniel, Villanueva De La Cañada (es) (Villanueva de la cañada, Spain)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Facilities
The views
Anonymous (Antwerp, Belgium)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Rate
Friendly at arrival (car)
Ken (Sacramento, Usa)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Location
Other than the room needs some painting, and the rug needs to be cleaned or replaced, and the refridgerator did't work, nor was it repaired even after I asked that it be done, the room was comfortable and the maid service was incredibly effecient. had some trouble getting an elevator several mornings, (had to wait 45 minutes on one occation)and would have used the stairs, but was warned that it was for fire used only.
Very efficient and courteous desk personnel, great location for walking to the points of interest in Paris, easy to locate because of its looming presents in the skyline. very convenient being attached to a great shopping mall which includes an unbelievably good sized supermarket, bakery and coffee shop.
Robert (New york, Usa)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Location
Checkin wait very long. Not what you want to do after traveling overnight on a plane from the U.S. The room was fine. Breakfast pricey and not that good.
Concierge was very helpful, especially with restaurant suggestions
Salah (Dubai, al rashidyia, United arab emirates)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Reputation
The room size was small
Theresa (Dartmouth nova scotia, Canada)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Rate
Heat in the room was unbearable. Reported that AC was not working. Repair staff sent to room...indicated AC was not in operation as it was "Winter". This was booked as deluxe room....definitely was not Wireless connection never working on 25th floor necessitating guests to take laptops to Business Office daily
Access to Convention Centre
Attitudes of staff.....
Anonymous (Singapore, Singapore)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Facilities
The reason why I had chosen this hotel was for the swimming pool as stated in the hotel website that one of the facilities at this hotel is the swimming pool. Though the per night stay is not cheap at this hotel, I still choose this hotel for the swimming pool facility. My friend and I were very disappointed that the swimming pool does not belong to the hotel at all and we had to pay Euro25 for the usage which is truly ridiculous. I would certainly not have chosen your hotel if I knew that there was a charge for the swimming pool use and the hotel must not put that you have a swimming pool as a facility when it does not belong to the hotel. For a 4-star hotel, there was no amenities, like water-jug to boil water and we had to order hot water for a cover charge of Euro5 to the room when needed per time is disappointing too (as my friend was sick and needed hot water.) The air-cond in the room is as good as no air-cond at all and we had to open the window for fresh air during our 4 nights stay and my friend had stayed 2 additional nights on her own for the 30Mar and 31Mar.
The concierge services - they were helpful and patient for all our questions and needed help.
Only the external look of the hotel is great but the room is hot and the amenities at the hotel room were very much lacking... like no cotton buds, no water jug, no shampoo, no conditioner, no bath wash, etc...
Sean (Ennis, Ireland)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Location
Really enjoyed our stay in the Concorde La Fayette.. the rooms have great views of the city are spacious and very clean and comfortable ... access to the Metro was through the shopping complex located longside... we have stayed in several hotels in Paris but this one exceeded them... Highly recommended !
View from room , and Panorama Bar... Shopping Centre and Metro so close...
Price of Drinks
Anonymous (Athens, Greece)
Main reason for choosing Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile: Location
Impressive hotel which offers magnificent view of Paris.
The view from our room.
The size of the room. Comfort, but quite small.
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If your home or belongings have been damaged during a disaster you should contact your insurance broker or company to assess your claim as soon as you can.
It is recommended that you:
- contact your insurer before authorising major repairs
- take photographs of damaged goods, particularly those that you need to dispose of for health reasons, for insurance assessment purposes
- dispose of any water and mud damaged possessions that pose an immediate health hazard
- keep a detailed list of any items and photographs that have been disposed or removed that you want to make an insurance claim for.
If you have questions about your insurance policy or claim, speak to your insurer first.
You can also phone the Insurance Council of Australia's hotline on 1300 728 228 (from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday) for more information, as well as read their tips to assist during flood recovery.
Make a complaint
If you're unhappy with the processing or outcome of your insurance claim you should make a formal complaint to your insurer.
If you're unhappy with the outcome of your complaint you can lodge a dispute with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). The AFCA will offer free dispute resolution services. If both parties can't come to an agreement through this process they may then investigate the complaint and make a decision.
Financial help
If you are not insured, underinsured, or have no specific insurance coverage for this type of event, you may be eligible for a grant to help you repair damage caused by the disaster:
- Essential Household Content Grant
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The day is finally here. Apple has just released an Android app. No, it's not Apple Music for Android - that's coming later this year. Called Move to iOS, the app instead focuses on making it easier for Android users to easily jump ship to iOS devices.
The Move to iOS app, first announced at WWDC 2015, allows users to seamlessly transfer their data (from media to messages to contacts) from Android smartphones running version 4.0 and above to an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch running iOS 9.
Apple loves to boast about winning Android users at its earnings call, touting the number of people who have recently moved to purchase an iOS device. Having an official app on Google Play could boost its efforts. Here's how the company describes it.
"Everything about iOS is designed to be easy. That includes switching to it. With just a few steps, you can migrate your content automatically and securely from your Android device with the Move to iOS app. No need to save your stuff elsewhere before switching from Android. The Move to iOS app securely transfers all kinds of content for you."
This is how it works: you purchase an iPhone, or iPad, or iPod Touch. While setting it up, you will find a new option to transfer data from your Android handset. Upon clicking on which, you are provided with a 10-digit code that you feed to Move to iOS app on your Android device. The two devices now start talking to each other and begin transferring data.
The Move to iOS app will migrate your contacts, SMS texts, photos, bookmarks, email-accounts, and calendars among other data. But don't expect it to export the purchases you've made in Google Play to App Store. You will have to make separate payments for all the paid apps you want to use on your iPhone or iPad.
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YIAF 2015 Exhibition
(10/10 ) Jogja National Museum Yogyakarta. After 4 long days rally for art exagerating to make a piece of symphony on sculpting, painting or installation attachment and today on Oct 10th 2015 the exhibition officially opened. Mr.Umar Priyono representing queen of jogjakarta, Kanjeng Ratu Hemas led the opening ceremony.
[Naskah: yudhi kusvianto, Editor: Rizky Pradana/Jogjatoday]
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NCVHS to Propose Claim Attachment Standards
NCVHS to Propose Medical Claim Attachment National Standards
Testimony by Jopari at February 16 NCVHS Hearing Offers Key Industry Perspective
Concord, CA—February 16, 2016—Healthcare technology leader Jopari Solutions will offer key standards' organization and clearinghouse industry perspectives on medical claim Attachment Standards at the February 16 Hearing of the Subcommittee on Standards of the National Committee on Vital and Health Statistics (NCVHS), official advisory committee to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
The Subcommittee is gathering industry input to consider in making recommendations for adoption to the Secretary of HHS regarding Operating Rules and Attachment Standards. Testimony focuses on:
· Business needs and use cases
· Benefits and efficiencies
· Possible risks, concerns and costs
The intent of these hearings is for the panel to receive testimony from knowledgeable industry participants as to the most appropriate transactions and operating norms, allowing a recommendation to HHS on rules allowing Providers and Payers to exchange Attachments to facilitate claims processing.
Today, some 49M electronic Attachments are processed annually by healthcare lines of business. Jopari currently processes the majority of these electronic Attachments nationally, approaching 3M Attachment exchanges per month, involving both group health and Property & Casualty Providers and Payers. Particularly in workers' compensation and auto medical lines of insurance, the majority of electronic bills require additional information, or Attachments, before a Payer can adjudicate.
Considering the comparatively huge scale of government and group health claim exchanges, most Attachments today remain paper driven, which is inefficient and causes delays in making payment determinations. NCVSH recommendations to HHS will promote the ability for healthcare Providers and Payers to exchange attachment using adaptable methods to facilitate more efficient claims processing.
Remarked Steve Stevens, CEO for Jopari, "Jopari has been managing attachments for medical Providers and Payers in the Property & Casualty arena for a number of years. We have developed a set of flexible tools medical practices can use in conjunction with their existing office automation. Our partnerships with many of the leading revenue cycle management companies and clearinghouses make Attachment automation capability available to their clients. Demand for efficient Attachment processing is increasing as new payment models take greater hold under the ACA."
"Jopari is very privileged to participate in this process", said Sherry Wilson, Jopari's Chief Compliance Officer, who will provide feedback from the Cooperative Exchange, which is the healthcare industry's clearinghouse organization. As president of the CE, Ms. Wilson will speak to the need for:
· Ongoing industry education to improve workflow automation processes that will enhance clinical and administrative outcomes across all stakeholders
· A demonstrated business need for Attachments implemented through voluntary adoption
· Defining Attachment Standards to enhance stakeholder adoption of Attachments across all lines of healthcare business
· Enterprise integrations to fuel process transformation for stakeholders while preparing them for process transformation.
Don St. Jacques, Jopari's SVP of Business Development and Client Services, will testify on experience and reported results from Jopari's network connected Providers and Payers. "It should be a very good session", added Mr. St, Jacques. "It is important going forward not to lose sight of all investments in place today to exchange Attachments, while making the case for development of clear, flexible standards that allow for further adoption."
If you would like to listen in to the proceedings, check out the NCVHS website for the 2/16/16 Hearing schedule.
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Taking the negatives and turning them into positives is all part of the ups and downs of an Olympic cycle, according to Rio 2016 gold and silver medallist Jack Laugher.
The diver from Harrogate and partner Chris Mears became Britain's first diving Olympic champions by topping the podium in the men's 3m springboard event at his second Games.
And Laugher created more history a week later by winning silver in the men's individual 3m springboard, meaning he was the first British diver to win multiple Olympic medals at the same Games.
But disaster struck the 24-year-old in the individual event at the recent World Championships in South Korea when his final dive went wrong – dropping him from gold medal to bronze.
And while Laugher was understandably frustrated with his finish, he believes the experience will only benefit him in the long run as the countdown to Tokyo 2020 hits the year mark.
"There is a lot of pressure and a lot of nerves at this point of the cycle as this is the first time that we can qualify for the Olympic Games at the World Championships," he said.
"The individual was disappointing for weird reasons because I still came away with a medal and a medal for me is amazing because the two Chinese opponents are unbelievable.
"I get angry about my negative results but I try to put a positive spin on them, I try to reflect and learn from it and that's something I've worked on with my psychologist for a long time.
"I always say that you can compare diving to taking a penalty at a World Cup as every single one is extremely high pressure and you have to do it over and over again.
"That last dive I would compare to taking the deciding penalty that makes you team win or lose. It's a lot of pressure but I've handled it really well throughout my entire career.
"I've had a few blips here and there but it's really good that it's happened now instead of next year, obviously disappointed I'm not world champion but I'd rather it happen now."
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There was much better news for Laugher and Dan Goodfellow, though, who secured their first major honour as a pair with 3m synchronised silver at the World Championships in Gwangju.
The pairing teamed up for the first time last year and after securing Team GB's first diving quota place in the event for the 2020 Olympics, Laugher insists they are progressing well as a duo.
"We have one year to go, qualifying that main spot with Dan was my main aim for this year, so to actually go out there and do it, I can't describe how good it feels to actually do that," he said.
"Competing alongside one of my best friends and being successful together is brilliant so it's been an amazing few years and hopefully there will be many more to come.
"It's been difficult because Dan has obviously dropped down from platform to springboard, they are obviously very similar in terms of the movements of diving but they are two different events.
"It has been a bit difficult but we got a bronze medal at our first international and a silver medal at the World Championships but it's all a learning curve."
One year today we'll be less worried about what makes us different, and more interested in what makes us the same 🇬🇧#Tokyo2020 #OnlyOneYearToGo pic.twitter.com/QGHfrFd2oO— Team GB (@TeamGB) July 24, 2019
And as he bids for a third consecutive Olympics, Laugher was also keen to stress the important role the Games plays in bringing the country together in one big sporting celebration.
"When I was younger, I loved watching the Olympics and loved seeing how it brought everyone together, but when you're away you don't really feel how the nation perceives it," he said.
"With everything going on at the moment the country is a bit split and divided so it would be nice to have something in a year that brings us all together for one cause to support Team GB."
Only) One Year to Go. Follow the journey to Tokyo 2020 at TeamGB.com and @TeamGB


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Backpacking in Iceland: 6 Tips You Should Know
What you need to know before your backpacking trip to Iceland
October 11, 2019
Planning to backpack in Iceland? You don't have to travel far in Iceland for hiking trails that will knock your socks off.
A good hike always starts with good planning. Learn everything you need to know before you head out on the trail.
1. Keep informed about the Weather
Iceland is famous for its unpredictable weather. One minute, you might be sweating from the sun and the next, freezing in the Highland rains.
"Be ready for any kind of weather," advises Francois, one of our top hiking guides in Iceland. "Even in the summer, there's a possibility that you'll walk through snow, hail or ice in the Highlands."
Stay informed about the weather by checking the weather forecast and the road conditions.
Since Iceland is close to the Arctic Circle, the length of the day varies from season to season. In summer, the days are long, and all throughout the day there is sunlight. So you can continue hiking well into the evening the closer you are to June.
Our multi-day hiking trips always have summer departure dates for this exact reason. The best time to backpack in Iceland is in the summer, when you can simply enjoy more of Iceland's outdoors. Check out our detailed guide about the weather in Iceland for hikers.
"The good thing about hiking in Iceland in summer is that it's bright all the time," explains Francois. "You don't have to rush to get to the camp by the dawn. You can hike as long and as much as you want".
In the winter, days are very short, around 4-6 hours. So expect the night to come on before you know it. You won't want to get stuck outdoors on a cold Iceland night!
Try only day hike during winter. We advise only experienced mountaineers try to hit the mountains in winter. Even then, keep well-informed about avalanche warnings.
2. Learn the local geography
One of the most important things to know is the hiking area itself. Iceland backpacking trails vary from region to region. Once you know the trail or region you're planning to hike, read up on it. Familiarize yourself with the terrain, elevation, campsites, flora, and fauna.
"Nature is very different here," Francois explains. "There are very few trees, so the horizon is endless. When wandering around in this country, you feel very small. Nature, and especially the ever-changing weather, often gives you a big slap in the face! It shows you how powerful it can be and puts you right where you belong."
Download a detailed hiking map of the trail area and make sure you can access it offline. Use a hiking app that gives you everything from topographical to emergency features. It should also have a built-in compass and GPS. A good app should also give you distance and estimated time.
3. Dress up
Layers, layers, layers!
Dress smart, in at least three layers. Layers help to insulate you against the cold.
If the weather changes abruptly, you can dress down with minimal fuss. Summer can have both 20-degree sunshine and chilly 12-degree winds. So dress for both!
As your base layer, wear long underwear or long-sleeved shirt. Avoid cotton and it absorbs your moisture.
Your middle layer should retain body heat as much as possible. Try a fleece sweater in summer and down jacket in winter.
Your outer layer should be a weatherproof jacket. Be prepared to face strong winds, heavy rain and possibly snow. It should also be made of a breathable fabric that allows for ventilation, so your sweat evaporates.
4. Pack what you need - no more, no less
The key to backpacking in Iceland is packing well.
Make sure you always have an offline map, compass and GPS with you. Fully charge your cell phone and keep an extra power bank with you just in case you need to make a call. You should always carry a first aid kit in your backpack.
Pack water and snacks. For the most part, Iceland's rivers are safe to drink from them, so you won't need a water filtering system or tablets.
Backpacking means that you carry your own gear. Invest in a 50-60L backpack with an external skeleton so you have the best support. Weighing your packed luggage is key. Shed any non-essential extra weight, like books or photography equipment.
If you don't want to worry about the packing, skip the stress and join one of our guided hikes with Iceland backpacking guides. On most of our tours, our team carries all the needed gear for you. We take care of everything you need so you don't have to.
5. A Good Packing List makes all the difference!
Packing for a multi-day backpacking trip can be a challenge, especially if you're not used to it. Here's what we consider essential for your packing list for a backpacking trip in Iceland.
- Hiking socks
- Thermal underweather
- Breathable, weatherproof jacket
- Waterproof hiking boots (not brand-new, broken in)
- Weatherproof gloves
- Food
- Waterbottle
- Offline map
- Compass or GPS
- Cell phone
- Satellite phone or personal location beacon
- Warm woolen middle layer (not cotton)
- First aid kit
- Sunscreen lotion
- Multi-tool
- Light shoes for crossing Iceland's rivers
- Warm headwear like bandana or balaclava
- Sunglasses
- Extra food (nuts and trail mix are great for energy)
- Additional layers of clothing
- Tent (depending on your tour)
- Sleeping bag
- Soft mattress
- Kitchen utilities (if on your own)
- headlamp/flashlight
- Toilet paper and small shovel
- Trekking poles and warm headgear in winter
6. Safety is the Golden Rule
Time for the safety dance! Iceland's unpredictable weather and terrain can surprise even the most weathered of hikers. So always be prepared for an emergency situation.
Download the app called 112 Iceland, available for Android phones, Windows phones and iPhone. Use this app in emergencies. If you press the red button, your location will be sent by text message to the 112 response center and the team will head out to look for you. Even if your phone shows no signal, there is a chance that your text message will go through.
If you press the green button, you will check in your location at the 112 response center. It's a good idea to check in every so often so the team stays up to date. Keep in mind that only the five last locations are stored in the system.
Familiarize yourself with Safetravel.is. This website has all the information you should need. Guides to driving, hiking, camping, climbing in Iceland, equipment lists, and current road conditions. You can even rent a PLB - Personal Location Beacon - great if you're backpacking in Iceland alone.
ALWAYS have a first aid kit and enough water and food with you.
ALWAYS leave a travel plan behind with someone at home.
Pack a space blanket. This thin sheet of plastic is used on the outer layers of spacecraft. Having one can save your life in a life-threatening situation.
It's made of pure aluminum and reduces the body's heat loss. It's incredibly light and takes up little space in your backpack.
In the end, it's the journey that makes the adventure.
"Nature in Iceland can be very demanding, even for the most experienced hikers," Francois says. "The sense of accomplishment at the end of every day is the best reward a traveler can get."
Ready to head out on the trail? Check out our backpacking tours in Iceland.


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The base chakra is the first of the seven major chakras of the body, and is also called the root chakra or alternatively the first chakra, and is located at the base of the spine.
This is the area of the etheric body where your ambitions, interest in life and sex drive originates.
This chakra is all about the physical aspects of life and physicality. This chakra is associated with feeling comfortable sexually as well as with your ability to feel grounded.
It has strong links with your feelings, and with pleasure and pain. The meaning of the root or first chakra is strongly associated with the concept of 'I am'.
The Base Chakra Explained:
As mentioned above the base chakras meanings relate to the sex drive, and additionally to procreation, circulation, support structure, survival, base instincts and protection.
It is strongly associated with the colors red or black as both resonate strongly here, but there are some stones and crystals of other colors that aid this area.
If this chakra is healthy you have a strong desire to live, and you feel the drive to survive and to create change when and where needed.
If you feel a need to increase your sex drive, aid relationships or improve your interest in life generally, all aspects of this chakras energy, you may want to utilize the metaphysical properties of the red base chakra stones, like Red Jasper or Ruby as they are especially useful.
Each chakra has specific areas of the body it governs and this chakra ensures the function and healing of the organs in its area.
These organs are the genitals and the colon, as well as the legs, joints and feet.
But you will find that if your first chakra is balanced, you may more easily ground any excess energy, created by your work on the higher chakras.
Often people ignore the needs of the base chakra, preferring to work on the more spiritual areas, and to use crown chakra crystals.
But you will find that if your first chakra is balanced,
you may more easily ground any excess energy, created by your work on
the higher chakras.
There are a number of health issues you can get from being ungrounded. It is important to do spiritual grounding practices regularly, and it is good to do a grounding meditation.
This is especially important if you have been working with the more 'spiritual' high vibration stones, to prevent you from developing health problems.
Grounding yourself and clearing the base chakra will allow you to bring through greater contentment and happiness.
This chakra is the lowest of the above ground chakras. If you need to ground your energy by making a connection to Mother Gaia, you can unite with the Earth and to the earth star chakra through this chakra.
Although the chakra color for this chakra is said to be red, this chakra resonates to both the red and black colors.
The root chakra is the area that governs the sexuality, so if you have been feeling any lack of sexual interest, the energy of the red stones may assist you.
If you feel the energy of this chakra area is not in balance, take action to change it. The chakra color for the first chakra is primarily the color red and using red crystals can be helpful.
You can read about many base chakra stones here. Checkout the many stones listed there that will help to bring though the strong fire energy needed by the base chakra.
Top Chakra Stones
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When you buy a new stone or crystal, it is advantageous to use it on its own first. Once you are fully aware of its energy, you may choose to combine it with other stones. Combine stones for short periods to begin with, as individuals may react differently.
But knowing how you can combine various stones may be helpful, as this allows you to get the most from your crystals, and may help you to solve specific problems in your life.
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Former McDonald's exec's LYFE change gets help from Oprah
If Oprah can do the same thing for a restaurant franchise that she can do for authors, expect LYFE Kitchen to sell millions of franchises in the next month or so.
OK, maybe books and restaurants are different animals, but the players behind the new healthy-eating concept—most notably Mike Roberts, a former global president and chief operating officer for McDonald's—received a golden shout-out in Oprah's April O magazine.
And what a mention it is: LYFE is listed as one of "Five Things We Can't Stop Smiling About This Month." The short write upsaid: "Former McDonald's executive Mike Roberts has traded burgers and fries for Brussels sprouts and kabocha squash with LYFE Kitchen, his new, healthy fast food joint."
Also on the management team is Mike Donahue, who led McDonald's first team dedicated to social responsibility.
Franchisees need to have 15 years of business experience, plus a net worth of $3 million, according to its website. In addition to the restaurant, complete with a vegan and gluten-free menu, the company has a frozen entrée line for grocery stores.
The tagline is also interesting: "Love your food every day." That's not a recommendation he would dare make in his previous job.


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Guards N' Retards: Swag Party Hostages
The Terrorist makes his first and only appearance by first holding Sergeant Mark hostage. When Chris Gordman tries to search for Mark, he ends up where the Sergeant is held and is made a hostage himself. The Terrorist welcomes his new prisoner by laughing horribly before sending him to where Mark is held. Terrorist then announces his motives on seizing the money from the vault, or else he'll blow up the entire building.
When observing Swagmaster69696969696 plow through his guards stationed throughout the building, he sends out the The Butt Ninja to deal with Swag. When the former intoxicates the latter with a poisoned mushroom and takes him to the hostages' location, The Terrorist orders Swag to give up the nuclear rocket codes. When Swag fails the first time, The Terrorist shoots Mark. Swag then surprises him with his weapon: Mighty swagalicious pingas, which promptly turns the tables and forces him to flee. As the Terrorist is cornered by the Guards, they end up firing a rocket launcher and kill him because of the rocket's impact.


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St. Simons Island
Nestled under the moss draped oaks of St. Simons Island, Two Friends showcases an impeccable mix of unique clothing, shoes, jewelry, home accessories & gifts for their discriminating customers. Owner and curator, Marti Tolleson, designed her boutique to reflect the essence of her style and philosophy on life. Since 2012, Marti and her husband, Tee, operate the store with their "two friends" Lucy & Roxy! This must-see destination on St. Simons Island is a pure delight. Style, elegance and charm define this beautifully curated collection. Trust me, when you walk in the door, you will fall in love with everything you see. Bumbrella is now among this mix of all things you can't resist. You never know when you might need the extra coverage bumbrella provides while enjoying this beautiful beachy, resort location. Once you visit Two Friends, you will want to drop in weekly to delight your senses in this fabulous, inviting space. Friendly, helpful southern hospitality sets Two Friends apart. Stop in today and see what you won't want to live without.
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Bob Ambrogi is reporting that Thomson Reuters has withdrawn as an ABA TECHSHOW exhibitor this year. Bob reports:
Michael Abbott, vice president of global thought leadership and of the Legal Executive Institute at Thomson Reuters, is the executive who was responsible for the company's decision not to exhibit at TECHSHOW this year.
Over the past year, he said, TR has been re-evaluating all trade shows it attends to consider how best to engage with the customers who attend those shows. "As we start to think about how best can we engage with the customers, this is one where we thought we'd go in a different direction," he said.
TR participates in a number of trade shows and spends a large number of dollars in doing so, he noted. It is rethinking its strategy with regard to all of those shows, he said.
Makes one wonder if TR is considering doing the same for AALL's annual meeting.


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Don't Let a Swallowing Air Fear Keep You From Living Your Life.
If just thinking it causes you to start to feel the fear, it's time you did something about it. The good news is that we know for sure: there's no question you can overcome swallowing air fear.
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