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The Rani, also known as Ushas, is a Time Lady, first introduced in The Mark of the Rani. Played by Kate O'Mara, she is the third 'major' renegade to be introduced to the series, the other two being the Doctor and the Master.
The Rani is a renegade Time Lady and scientific genius, who excels in genetic manipulation. She treats everything, including morality, as secondary to her own research and doesn't care how much suffering she must cause to get results.
She was expelled from Gallifrey after her laboratory rats - after numerous experiments - grew to a gigantic size and ate the Lord President's cat, as well as part of him. Prior to her exile, she seemed to develop a relationship - of sorts - with both the Master and the Doctor, but these are never expanded upon.
She took over the planet Miasimia Goria and enslaved the population to get more subjects for her experiments, which eventually led to her going to Earth in the 19th century to take a certain fluid from the brains of humans - the fluid that enabled them to rest, a function she had accidentally removed from the natives of her planet. (The Mark of the Rani)
Later, she would invade the planet of Lakertya and begin to build a super-brain there, using the minds of geniuses from Earth history - including Einstein and Louis Pasteur - in an attempt to detonate an asteroid made of strange matter, which is why she attempted to make the brain produce Loyhargil, a substance that would turn it into a time manipulator capable of controlling time anywhere in the cosmos. However, the Doctor foiled her plans. He interfered with the brain, causing the rocket that was supposed to detontate the asteroid to miss. The Rani fled back to her TARDIS, but was aprehended by her 'assistants', the Tetraps. Their leader took her back to Tetrapyriarbus, where he forced her to work to overcome their "plasma needs".
After many years, the Rani managed to escape from Tetrapyriarbus in her TARDIS fleeing the planet to be free of the Tetraps' constant need for blood. It was during this time that she started to put together her menagerie, intending to collect every species in the universe - initally for peaceful means, but as time went by she decided to use them for a few more devious means, such as capturing yet more subjects for her experiments.
Before she could act on her ideas, the Time War started and she was called into action. Due to the wounds that the Tetraps had inflicted on her during her enforced imprisonment, she was sent into the medical camps to assist the wounded and dying Time Lords sent into the camp on an almost by-the-minute basis. She never saw the front-lines, but tended to Romana and Leela whenever they came in bruised, burnt and bleeding - especially when Leela lost her sight, after which the savage was forced to stay with her in the camps.
The Rani fled Gallifrey around the same time as Romana did, taking her TARDIS as far away from her homeworld as possible as to avoid the shockwaves when it finally 'died'. Free of all commitments, she started filling up her menagerie yet again... and she came across Ace stranded on a deserted planetoid with a non-functioning TARDIS. In a rare show of pity, she took the girl aboard and began experimenting on her, with the end result being the 'dark' Senshi Dragonfire, someone who would help her greatly in the coming battle against the Sailor Senshi.
She arrived on Earth to battle against these Senshi, but had very little success to begin with - the Senshi were tough to beat and not very willing to be captured and experimented upon. In time, however, the Rani knew she would capture at least one of them and alter them, perhaps even turn them against their own. It's a game the Rani rather began to enjoy.


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Dream. Dare. Do – that is Suyati's work principle in a nutshell.
Every application has its own set of needs: CPU, storage, memory and networking powers. These have to be integrated in a certain configuration to allow smooth functioning of the app. With Amazon Elastic Computing Cloud (EC2) instance types, you can add in different instance types which permit to sync your resources to the needs of the app. Auto-Scaling defines the scaling policies to instantly adapt to the application's needs, scales the resources in sync with the CloudWatch alarms and examines the history of scaling events. The three regions where Auto-Scaling is currently available are us-east-1, us-west-2 and eu-west-1.
How many EC2 instances do you need to support the workload of your application? Auto-Scaling option of Amazon assists you to choose the correct amount of EC2 to tune in with the workload of your application. Collection of EC2 instances can be formulated, named Auto-Scaling Groups. Every Auto-Scaling Group can be allotted maximum number of instances. Your group will never exceed this size. You can also mention the desired instance-capacity when you are creating the group. In case you mention scaling rules/policies, Auto-Scaling starts and terminates instances depending on the demand of your application.
As the demand on your application increases, Auto-Scaling accordingly amplifies the number of EC2 enhancing the performance. The Auto-Scaling option fits well for both types of applications: those which have a consistent demand pattern and those which have variable use.
Consider an Auto-Scaling group with minimum size of 2 instances, a desired capacity of 3 instances and maximum size of 6 instances. The scaling policies which are stated will align the number of instances to the number of instances mentioned.
The main features of auto-scaling are:
The EC2 instances will be categorized into groups. Doing this will allow them to be "treated as a logical unit for the purposes of scaling and management".
Auto-Scaling can be instructed on when and how to scale through the scaling plans. For instance, you can structure a scaling plan around certain conditions (dynamic scaling) or according to a schedule.
The launch configuration is used as template for the EC2 instances by scaling group. A launch configuration contains information about instance type, AMI ID, security groups, key pair and block device mapping for the instances.
The launch configuration mentions the EC2 instances generated by Auto-Scaling.
When you open the navigation pane in Amazon EC2 console (under Auto-Scaling), you will find Launch Configurations. On selecting "Create Auto-Scaling Group" on the Welcome to Auto-Scaling page, you can access the "Create Launch Configuration" option. Select the "Choose AMI" option where AMI refers to the Amazon Machine Images. This will put forward a list of basic configurations which will be templates for instances. Select 64-bit Amazon Linux AMI. In the Choose Instance Type sheet, pick out the hardware configuration for the instance. Make sure you use the t2.micro instance which is selected by default. Move on to configure details where you enter the name of your launch configuration in Name, choose the IP address type under Advanced Details and then configure.
Select the "Edit security groups" option on Review page. Lastly, create the Launch Configuration on Review page. You can either choose an option from those mentioned from "Select an existing key pair" or you can create a new key pair. Create the launch configuration using the "Create launch configuration" option.
Auto-Scaling groups refers to set of EC2 instances. They are the prime feature of AWS Auto-Scaling service. You can create the Auto-Scaling group by mentioning the launch configuration. You can also put in the Availability Zone.
For creating an Auto-Scaling group, start with configuring the Auto-Scaling Group on its details page. Here, you will mention the name of Auto-Scaling group (Group Name) and then, choose a VPC in the Network (to launch t2.micro instance). In case you choose VPC in the last step, then select the "Selected subnet" and in case you choose E2-Classic, then find an Availability Zone.
Proceed to configure scaling policies. Review the group and select the option of Create Auto-Scaling Group.
In case you wish to check if the Auto-Scaling group has launched the EC2 instance, then follow the given method. Choose the Auto-Scaling group which you have previously created. The Details tab can be used to explore the information about application. Use the "Scaling History" option to check the current status of instance (on Progress). When the instance is launching, the Status column will show "In Progress". Once the instance is launched successfully, it shows "Successful". By selecting the Instances button, you can check out the health condition and lifecycle of the instance. The Lifecycle column shows the status of previously launched instance. You can either delete the AWS Auto-Scaling set-up or the AWS Auto-Scaling group. When you choose the latter option, the launch configuration is maintained for later use.
Launched in 2009, Auto-Scaling has emerged as an athletic feature for websites and applications to run a scalable infrastructure. With a scalable infrastructure, you can cater to the needs of your app and website automatically, no matter how it scales over the time. Auto-Scaling is commonly carried out through front-end site traffic scaling (here, the scaling is done depending on the number of incoming requests) and back-end batch processing (here, the scaling is based on load and time).
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As an interdisciplinary design manager I bring together product design, graphic design, photography, trade show concepts and public relations to build strong, unique brands.
For your markets, let us create uniqueness in a globalised world. Learn more about my approach to design management and its benefits to your business. Find out more …
Innovation, design and branding – these keywords define an important part of the path to leadership in today's rapidly changing markets. Design management is creative management. A key component of marketing, it brings together the creative and productive elements of a company and gives them a direction. And it gives a company a face, a recognition factor, which it projects to the outside world. Design management is what makes a company distinctive and unique – and thus supports the development of a company's brand image.
In positioning a company, effective branding is indispensable. This is also true, and particularly so, for small and medium-sized enterprises. Unlike large companies, SMEs can't afford large advertising budgets to support their branding. Here, other tools come into their own.
This primarily includes a focus on unique selling propositions such as independent product design, quality and product benefits. This focus is supported on the input side by trend-scouting and market surveys; on the output side, through sales promotion concepts and effective public relations – always based on unique products.
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For Viducci's Garden I created a wide range of product lines reinterpreting classic shapes into new designs. Particular attention was paid to the production methods and the specific characteristics of the materials. All products were developed in close cooperation with the producers in Asia – with a particular focus on market requirements.
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Creating informative and inspirational media using a reduced, minimalist design vocabulary defines my graphic work. My portfolio includes logos, catalogues, brochures, websites and business stationery – with an in-depth knowledge of digital and conventional print production as well as web programming.
Based on my inspirational and emotive approach to photography I turn product shots into photos that underline the character of each product. These images can be used in catalogues, brochures, advertisements and press releases. The most important part of my camera gear is a Nikon D2X.
Trade shows are a brilliant way to meet customers and to make contact with prospective buyers. With my booth concepts I am helping your company to create successful performances that stand out from the crowd, get recognized and are remembered by visitors – especially at highly frequented shows.
As an important part of any public relations strategy, my press releases can help your company attract customers, investors and strategic partners. My aim is to write journalistic texts that can be printed verbatim, accompanied by attractive photos that inspire editors and bloggers to use them for their newspapers, magazines and websites. In addition, I have access to a network of experienced journalists.
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Vogue American Designer 1890; ©1987; Geoffrey Beene - Misses' Dress. Very loose-fitting, A-line, pullover dress, mid-knee or lower calf, has neckbands, dropped shoulders, shoulder pads, front bands, front tucks, shaped front pockets, back pleat, and cap or long sleeves. Purchased belt
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The Longmen Grottos are one of the three most famous ancient sculptural sites in China dating from the end of the 5th century to the mid 8th century and are located on either side of the Yi river. More than 100,000 carvings ranging from 1" to more than 57' in height were created when Emperor Xianwen moved the Northern Wei capital to Luoyang in 493.
This wall sculpture depicts the main grotto and offers exceptional detail. Cast from resin using bronze powder to give it a lustrous metallic finish and then hand painted to provide added detail. It measures 21" in height and 11 1/4" in width and is ready to hang.
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Sub-subject: Adi Godrej (Zoroastrian Family. Mumbai, India). Syllabus:
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Description of the Sub-Subject (Adi Godrej Indian Zoroastrian Businessman):
The Godrej Group headquarters are in Mumbai (Maharashtra, India). The Group was created by Ardeshir Burjorji Sorabji Godrej in 1897, in Lalbaug, Mumbai.
The Godrej Group continues to be led by the Godrej family (Zoroastrian).
"Business is not just about revenues and profits, but also to help keep our earth green, our communities healthy and help children to be smart." Adi Godrej
The Godrej Group develops business in several sectors: engineering, furniture, agricultural products, consumer goods, home appliances, and real estate.
More than 10,000 people work in the group.
Ardeshir Burjorji Sorabji Godrej (1868-1936) was a prominent Parsee Businessman and founder of the Indian conglomerate Godrej Group.
As good Zoroastrians, philanthropy as part of their social responsibility has always been part of its business strategy since 1920, when its founder Ardeshir Godrej donated an outstanding amount to the "Tilak Swaraj Fund."
The group's management has committed to donate 25% of the Group's shares to a charitable trust.
Adi Godrej, the current Chairperson of Godrej Group, is one of the richest men in India (net worth of 9 billion dollars) and the second richest person of Zoroastrian descent in the World after Pallonji Mistry (Tata Group).
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Chalmers' Marine Insurance Act 1906
By Simon Rainey QC, David Walsh, Guy Blackwood
* The new edition will be fully revised and updated by Simon Rainey QC, Guy Blackwood and David Walsh, all marine insurance practitioners at Quadrant Chambers and is an essential guide to the provisions of the Act * The new edition remains faithful to Chalmers' objectives when writing his 1901 Digest of The Law of Marine * Most if not all of Sir Mackenzie Chalmers' footnotes and annotations are preserved so that readers are able to see what he intended to achieve/codify in the Act, providing a full historical archive * Important cases since the 10th edition are included What makes the book unique is the fact that it is far more than a piece of annotated legislation in that it includes case law with analysis and puts the decisions made in the individual cases into the context of Act. There is no other book or electronic service that does this. As marine insurance is encompassed by the Marine Insurance Act 1906 this book provides the user with an unrivalled guide to, and understanding of how the Act has evolved and how it is implemented in practice. It is a desk top, every day reference tool for anyone involved in any of the aspects of marine insurance. Important cases since the 10th edition such as The Cendor MOPU [2011] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 560, The Bunga Melati Dua [2011] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 338, The WD Fairway [2009] 2 Lloyd's Rep. 191, [2009] 2 Lloyd's Rep. 420 and The Jordan II [2005] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 57 will be covered in the discussion on the relevant sections of the Act. These are just some of the more recent cases, but there has been a plethora of case law since the last edition published in 1993 which is covered such as The Resolute [2008] EWCA Civ 1314 and The Marina Iris [2005] SGHC 238. About the authors: All the authors are from Quadrant Chambers. Quadrant Chambers holds a pre-eminent international position in all aspects of the shipping sector and is viewed as one of the leading shipping sets internationally. Simon Rainey, QC has been cited for many years as a Leading Silk in the areas of Shipping by Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. Guy Blackwood is listed as a leading junior by Chambers & Partners in the category of insurance & reinsurance. David Walsh is a junior and began his career at the Bar acting for the London insurance market in the complex and extensive marine insurance litigation arising from the constructive total loss of the "WD FAIRWAY", the largest navigational CTL ever experienced by the London market.
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Junior's Journal
Hello Chums,
'That's right!' said Arry, 'car boot sales! You bung yer boot full of stuff you don't need anymore and flog it down the car park on Sunday morning! You can make a bomb!'
'Really?' said Ed, in amazement.
'Er, Junior, I might need your assistance this weekend. Not that I'm interested in making money you understand, but it sounds like a useful way to clear out my attic!'
I was pretty sure who'd be doing the clearing - me, but as it turned out, I needn't have worried. You see, Ed's one of those people who can't bear to throw anything away.
His loft is crammed with things he thinks might still come in useful.
He made a list and it included things like a pile of old Winifred Attwell 78s. No, I don't know what they are either and, when I asked Ed, he said to ask my gran.
Also on the list were an armchair with the springs sticking out and a broom with no head and only half a handle! There was a rotary clothes line with no line and a black and white telly with no tube.
He's even got a stuffed armadillo, though how THAT could ever come in useful I don't know! He's GOT a load of old junk but he didn't want to PART with any of it.
There was only one thing he found that he didn't want and that turned out to be the water cistern!
Still, he did get along to the sale in the end and lots of things got sold - mostly to Ed! In fact, one of the things he had to buy was a foof rack to carry everything home!
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Markets continue an attempted revival after the recent rout, although miners have been hit by continuing falls in precious metal prices.
But Standard Chartered has added 35p to £14.45 after the Asia-focused bank issued a positive trading update. It said business had accelerated in the second quarter, meaning its first half income was expected to grow at around 5% - or at a mid single digit rate, as the bank puts it.
Hong Kong, Africa and India are growing strongly, it said, offset by some weakness in Korea and Singapore. But impairment charges and a 75% rise in the UK bank levy over the period would see operating profits grow by a low single digit rate. Chief executive Peter Sands said:
This is a good performance against a backdrop of ongoing turbulence in the global economy, with the group's second quarter showing an acceleration over the first quarter of 2013.
In a buy note Ian Gordon at Investec said:
After some disappointment at the first quarter interim management statement just 7 weeks ago, despite turmoil in Asian markets in the intervening period and notwithstanding further foreign exchange headwinds, today's trading update offers fresh encouragement. Management is comfortable with 2013 consensus pretax profit ($8.02bn) which, yet again, illustrates the substantial cost flexibility to offset known margin/foreign exchange pressures on revenues. Impairments (ex-Korea) are benign. Despite challenges, Standard Chartered remains on course for an 11th straight year of record revenues/profits.
Overall the FTSE 100 has added 45.99 points to 6147.90 as investors continued to cautiously move back into the market. News that China's central bank had injected funds into some lenders to prop up their liquidity helped sentiment, since it showed the bank was ready to act when necessary, while Tuesday's US data was also positive.
But gold and silver continued to fall back on the prospect of an end to American's quantitative easing programme, as hinted at by US Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke last week. Ishaq Siddiqi, market strategist at ETX Capital, said:
Since the crisis of 2008, gold prices were driven higher by QE as excessive money printing by the Fed diluted the value of the US dollar.
That's all changing now with Fed tapering on the cards, a resurging US economy which has bumped up the US dollar. Market participants are dumping the yellow metal in favour for other assets that offer attractive long-term value, such as US equities exposed to the domestic recovery.
So Mexican miner Fresnillo has fallen 8p to 890.5p while Randgold Resources is down 49p to £40.48.
A handful of companies went ex-dividend, including Tate and Lyle, down 11.5p at 802p, and Next, 47p lower at £44.76.
Among the mid-caps transport group Stagecoach has accelerated 13.9p to 313.4p after it reported an 8% rise in full year profit to £218.9m, helped by strong performances from its UK and US buses. Losses rose at its rail business although Virgin Rail, a joint venture with Richard Branson's group, made a profit, albeit lower than last year.
Lower down the market Real Good Foods jumped nearly 4.5% to 43.75p. The company, which owns sugar distributor Napier Brown, Haydens Bakery and ingredient companies Renshaw and R&W Scott, said full year profits climbed from £4.9m to £6.7m. All divisions recorded positive earnings, with improved performances from Haydens and Scott in particular.
It has invested in a new site at Stallingborough for its sugar business, while it has also been developing its baking brands which include Whitworths.
Chairman Peter Totte said:
While the outlook for the economy and consumers' disposable income is likely only to improve gradually, I am confident we have a strong platform for long term, sustainable growth, based on sound plans.
Analysts at the company's broker Shore Capital said:
Real Good Food Company has reported solid progress in its preliminary results for the year, in our view. Looking ahead, it has strong partner in Omnicane to support its cost effective supply of sugar in the medium-term. We also believe it now has a robust operational infrastructure to help drive the business forward in the coming years with divisional management teams in place. This provides us with confidence that the group can deliver a further year of growth.


text: Adora is CEO and Co-founder of the housecleaning start-up Homejoy which has been rapidly growing in the past 1.5 year and is backed by renowned investors like Google Ventures, Y Combinator and Max Levchin. Adora studied computer science at Clemson University and holds a master's in economics from the University of Rochester. She was a Ph.D. Candidate but decided to follow her passion and left to pursue startup opportunities. Homejoy's business model is to connect people with screened, background-checked and certified professional cleaners who help at affordable prices.