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A adaptable sound machine with technically advanced versatility. The best on the market.
Off the charts in terms of quality and featues. Constantly monitors ambient noise levels and automatically adjusts itself to the environment.
On the higher end of the pricing spectrum. An early product from Adaptive Sound Technologies
A popular sound machine, especially with parents. Several great sound choices.
Popular with parents of infants. Additional sound cards are available.
Some repetitive loops. Several settings can be distracting. Batteries drain quickly.
An effective white/pink/brown noise machine.
Powerful noise blocking. Suitable for larger spaces.
No pre-recorded nature simulations.
An adjustable, effective white noise machine.
Constant, unobtrusive fan sound. Frequently used in office settings. No audio loops.
No pre-recorded sounds.
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Sound Library
Some sound machines are designed to be white noise generators, much like the static on a radio or the sound of a moving fan. When it comes to white, pink, or brown noise generation, our ratings take into consideration the number of different frequencies a particular sound machine offers. Other machines produce simulated sound effects such as crashing waves, rain storms, and ambient city sounds. Almost all of our top contenders offer six basic natural sound loops, but we give additional points to those with more built-in options and/or the ability to create enhancements.
Noise Masking
There are two main reasons people buy sound machines: to create a restful environment that is conducive to sleep and to mask unpleasant ambient noise. We rate our contenders on their ability to counteract loud conversations, machinery/construction noises, and other disturbances. Another consideration for natural sound generators is "looping." Some lower-quality models create sound loops that, over time, can become repetitive and tiresome. Better sound machines employ technology that introduces true randomness into the mix, thus enhancing the user's overall experience.
Additional Features
All of our top five contenders offer features that are exceptionally useful. Many include an automatic shut-off function that allows users to select a specific time limit – or no limit at all. Others feature audio outputs that enable connection to external sound systems and/or headphones. Some sound machines offer alternative power sources such as AC/DC adapters, batteries, and USB plugs. This versatility is helpful for those who prefer to travel with noise-cancelling sound machines.
Higher-end sound machines tend to emphasize sound channel options and enhancements. Lower-end sound machines, by contrast, provide good sound but sometimes fall prey to excessive "looping." Consumers should consider their personal needs carefully before purchasing a sound machine.
A sound machine releases a wide range of frequencies that mask disruptive sounds. Music isn't as effective at blocking out noise.
Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine
The Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine offers basic sounds like "Rainfall," "Ocean Waves," and "Meadows." It also includes tracks such as "Train," "City," "Meditation," and "Fireplace," all of which are conducive to sleep. "Crackling Fireplace" is an effective option for daytime sound masking. The recordings themselves surpass standard CD quality and are contained on a permanent memory card. One important consideration with any sound machine's library is the length of track recordings, as frequent repetition can disturb the user. The Sound + Sleep Machine uses longer natural recordings and has the ability to mix those individual sounds "on the fly," eliminating the possibility of repetition. Enhancements such as distant music or chirping insects are added organically, not as part of a sound loop.
Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System
The Sound Oasis sound machine's default settings are "Ocean Surf," "Stream," "Rain," "White Noise," "Summer Night," and "Wind." Unlike some other models, the Sound Oasis owner can purchase and install additional sound cards for even more variety. These optional sound cards feature six channels based on a common theme such as oceans, forests, or weather. Among the six original settings, "White Noise" and "Ocean Surf" are two of the most popular settings with users. "Wind" and "Stream" are often described as harsh or distracting. Unlike the sound channels on more expensive contenders like the Ecotones Sound + Sleep, the tracks on the Sound Oasis do have a tendency to form repetitive loops, but the overall effect is not always noticeable. Parents of infants report good sleeping results after investing in an optional "Baby Sounds" memory card.
LectroFan - Fan Sound and White Noise Machine
As a white noise/fan sound generator, the LectroFan does not put forth the "natural" sounds many people associate with sound machines. However, the LectroFan does offer ten different frequencies of fan sounds and white noise. Users can sort through varying levels of brown, pink, and white noise until they find the frequency that successfully masks unpleasant ambient sound. The fan sound setting duplicates everything from a typical box fan to an exceptionally loud industrial ventilation fan. These sounds are not electronic imitations, either; they are digital recordings of actual fans in action. Some users find typical white noise generators to be too high-pitched, but the LectroFan's sound library offers an entire spectrum of white noise frequencies. Due to the nature of this product, repetitive sound loops are never a problem.
Marpac DOHM-DS, Natural White Noise (actual fan inside) Sound Machine
Unlike other sound machine contenders, the Marpac DOHM-DS uses a real fan to generate different frequencies of white, brown, and pink noise. This fan blade is asymmetrical, which allows the two-speed motor and adjustable housing to create numerous fan sounds at any desired pitch and volume. There is no volume control or speaker as such; the user twists both the top and the side housing in order to adjust the settings. Because the Marpac DOHM-DS is strictly a fan sound/white noise generator, it does not contain the pre-recorded nature sounds found on models like the Ecotones and Conair. However, it does provide an authentic analog fan sound that works in real time. Other sound machines with digital fan sounds and white noise settings can develop unpleasant audio loops. The Marpac's background sounds remain constant and unobtrusive.
Conair Sound Therapy Sound Machine
Whereas most of the machines on our shortlist offer six standard sound choices, the Conair Sound Therapy Sound Machine offers ten: "Tropical Forest," "Birdsong," "Running Stream," "Heartbeat," "Summer Night," "White Noise," "Thunderstorm," "Rainfall," "Ocean Waves," and "Waterfall." Many Conair owners report toggling through two or three favorites. The "White Noise" setting on the Conair is closer to TV static than pink or brown noise. Our greatest concern about the Conair's nature sounds is its noticeable audio looping. Some of the generated sounds repeat themselves every 6 to 10 seconds, which can become disturbing to users after a while. The "Heartbeat" sound, rarely found on other machines, duplicates the sound of a fetal heart monitor used in many OB/GYN offices and is very popular with parents looking for a suitable child sleep aid. (Note: some sound machines introduce the sounds of seagulls, crickets, or chirping birds into the natural sound channels. This can be a deal breaker for some people! Fortunately, the Conair's natural sound stories keep these types of distractions to a minimum.)
Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine
Many sound machines are effective either at daytime sound masking or nighttime sleep assistance; rarely do they perform both functions well. However, this is not the case with the Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine. The model's white noise settings are strong enough to mask unpleasant ambient noise from office machinery, construction equipment, and loud conversations. This is achieved through adaptive technology that constantly monitors ambient noise levels and makes instant volume and sound adjustments to compensate for them. If the user has selected the "Ocean Waves" sound channel, for instance, the Sound + Sleep machine will automatically increase volume and add a more powerful wave sound. Very few sound machines have this adaptive capability, which is why we give additional points to the Ecotones Sound + Sleep machine for effective noise masking.
The Sound Oasis sound machine is designed primarily for "sound conditioning." This means that the unit will fill an otherwise quiet bedroom with enough ambient noise to create a peaceful atmosphere for sleeping, but it won't necessarily mask the sound of a construction crew or a noisy office machine. (However, some satisfied Sound Oasis customers do report success with extraneous noise masking.) Some users who suffer from tinnitus, a persistent ringing in the ears, report improvement after installing a sound conditioning system like the Sound Oasis. The overall volume level of the Sound Oasis may not be as high as other models, but for many customers, the background noise it generates is satisfactory.
LectroFan - Fan Sound and White Noise Machine
A dedicated white noise generator excels at noise masking, and the LectroFan does just that. Its speakers may be compact, but they deliver as much audio power as the more expensive Ecotones Sound + Sleep. This additional amplification is key to sound masking, as white noise volume must equal or exceed unwanted noise volume in order to be effective. Set at a higher volume, an ideally placed LectroFan can successfully block out office sounds, construction noises, and conversations. Some users place their LectroFan units in their offices in order to keep sensitive conversations with clients private. Others use LectroFans to block out city noises while sleeping during the day. A LectroFan does not require as much energy to run as a real fan, and it does not generate a constant breeze during cold weather like a fan would.
Marpac white noise machines have been on the market since 1962, and the noise these machines produce has been officially recognized by the National Sleep Foundation. Owners love the Marpac DOHM-DS because it provides the noise-cancelling benefits of a box fan without excessive wind generation or power usage. It's not unusual to find a Marpac sound machine placed outside an office door in order to mask private or sensitive conversations. At maximum volume, a well-placed DOHM-DS can block the sounds of a neighbor's stereo, construction work, lawnmowers. and other unpleasant ambient noises. Users with snoring partners report getting a much better night's sleep after installing a DOHM-DS unit in their bedroom. Students who seek a quiet place to study or write can use the DOHM-DS sound conditioner to block out loud conversations, television noise, and more. The Marcpac's total volume level is a bit underwhelming compared to other models we've rated, but it's still loud enough to block most low and medium-intensity noises. The Marpac is ideal for anyone who suffers from tinnitus, a constant ringing sound in the ears.
The Conair's dial volume control can get surprisingly loud for an appliance of its size, and it is capable of masking a fair range of typical ambient noises. The white noise and white noise-friendly sound channels ("Ocean Waves," "Running Stream," and "Waterfall") do the best job of noise masking, though not necessarily at full volume. The unit does not adapt automatically to ambient noise levels, so users must make volume adjustments manually as needed. It's important to remember that true noise masking occurs when the sound conditioning unit is placed outside of the room. Placing the Conair next to a desk may block some ambient noises, such as loud equipment or radios, but it won't prevent voices from leaking through the door or walls. The Conair's noise masking ability is helpful for tinnitus sufferers and those with a low threshold for external noise.
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Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine
The Ecotones Sound + Sleep machine offers users the option of a 30, 60, 90, or 120-minute automatic shutoff time. It can also be set to run continuously. The ten sound settings can be enhanced by selecting one of three "richness" levels; this is a great option for users who dislike standard sound loops. Sonic enhancements such as the sound of birds, thunder, and crickets can be filtered out of the sound story. Customers appreciate the fact that the machine remembers individual settings from session to session. The Sound + Sleep machine also includes a standard headphone jack which can be used as a line-out to other audio systems or for private listening. We do wish the Ecotones Sound + Sleep machine had a battery power option.
Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System
The Sound Oasis uses both battery and AC power, which means it can easily travel from office to home to campground, etc. The included headphone jack allows owners to feed sound into another system or listen privately. Users can choose between a 30, 60, and 90-minute automatic shutoff options – a great benefit to those who use battery power. Some users report a significant battery power drain during use. As such, it may prove helpful to keep a spare set of AA batteries on hand. Those who want to save space can hang the unit on the wall with a keyhole-style mounting bracket. We appreciate the Sound Oasis' ability to remember the last user's personal settings and resume the sound story. The speakers are omni-directional and reflect sound from the back of the unit, resulting in a deeper and more satisfying experience for the user.
LectroFan - Fan Sound and White Noise Machine
The LectroFan Fan Sound and White Noise Machine is designed with simplicity in mind, but that doesn't mean it lacks additional features. The front of the unit includes only a few rocker switches, but those simple controls keep things manageable for users. (For example, one switch allows users to choose between fan sounds and white noise. This switch can also be used to toggle through all available frequencies and styles.) The LectroFan requires no batteries. The package includes a USB power cord that will fit most computers (handy for those who need a white noise machine at work) and, much like a USB phone charger, the USB power supply includes a connecting plug for AC use. There are no headphone jacks, but fan sound and white noise machines are not designed for headphone use, anyway. The LectroFan would be ideal for unobtrusive sound conditioning in larger living and working spaces.
Marpac DOHM-DS, Natural White Noise (actual fan inside) Sound Machine
The Marpac DOHM-DS is a simple machine by design, so it doesn't arrive with many additional features. Owners appreciate the freedom they derive from the Marpac's eight-foot AC power cord. The unit does not include alternative power options such as USB plugs or batteries, and it is not currently rated for European current. There are two motor speed settings (High and Low) and a on/off power switch. The internal fan generates a small breeze during operation, but this slight air current is nothing like the wind generated by a real box fan! The Marpac's housing contains a number of vent holes that allow the user to subtly adjust the fan's sound output. We recommend placing the unit outside a room for sound masking purposes and inside a room for sleep sound conditioning.
Conair Sound Therapy Sound Machine
The Conair Sound Therapy Sound Machine includes a 60-minute shutoff option, but the sound doesn't fade gradually like some of our other contenders; it abruptly shuts off. Some owners tell us that their Conair includes a headphone jack or line-out option, but we were unable to verify that claim with the manufacturer. (The model we examined did not include external audio jacks.) The unit can be powered through batteries or plugged into a wall outlet with an AC adapter. Unlike some other sound machines on the market today, the Conair does not put a serious drain on batteries. A fresh set of batteries should last at least five or six days with moderate use. We do have some concerns about the quality of certain sound channels, especially when they're used at higher volumes. There can be some noticeable distortion -- a serious distraction for people who are trying to sleep. Owners tell us that sound channels like "White Noise" and "Running Stream" generate the least number of issues with looping and distortion.
Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine
At $99, the Ecotones Sound + Sleep machine is among the most expensive of our contenders. Customers who make this purchase enjoy a bounty of great features, and many feel it is worth the investment. (For example, the unit's memory card replicates natural sounds better than equivalent CDs!) Other sound machines use short, predictable audio loops that can become disruptive over time, but the Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine generates unique sound stories during every session. The speakers, which point upward for maximum sound distribution, are more powerful than most lower-end models. Users who seek effective daytime sound masking appreciate the Ecotones Sound + Sleep's adaptive sound technology, a feature not found on basic sound machines and white noise generators.
Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System
The Sound Oasis Sound Therapy System costs $34. The unit delivers quality sound at a decent level of amplification and offers both battery and AC power options. However, the six default sounds in its library may not be very satisfying; the "Wind" and "Stream" channels are especially polarizing among users. Potential buyers should note that they do have the option of purchasing additional sound cards for the Sound Oasis. Parents of small children find the baby-friendly sound cards, available for an additional investment, to be particularly worthwhile.
LectroFan - Fan Sound and White Noise Machine
At first glance, the compact LectroFan's retail price of $49 seems a bit steep for a simple noise-generating machine. However, this white noise generator is no toy; the product's beneficial technology is buried inside the unit. (Different fans generate different frequencies. After all, effective "white noise" is more than random static!) The LectroFan's amplification system uses technology that is generally reserved for higher-end sound machines. As such, it is quite powerful. We highly recommend the LectroFan Fan Sound and White Noise Machine for both private and commercial consumers, as it addresses many of the ambient noise issues found in both private homes and public spaces.
Marpac DOHM-DS, Natural White Noise (actual fan inside) Sound Machine
At $49, the Marpac DOHM-DS is a bit of an investment for those who respond better to white noise than chirping birds or crashing waves. The Marpac doesn't have additional features such as timed shutoffs, nature sounds, and amplified speakers, but it does offer an authentic fan sound that many people prefer over digital simulation. This model is the equivalent of a large fan packed inside an appliance no bigger than an alarm clock. It's not the type of machine that will fill a room with prerecorded static or wind storms. Rather, it's the type of machine that will fill a room with real-time brown, pink, or white noise.
Conair Sound Therapy Sound Machine
The entry-level Conair Sound Therapy sound machine is definitely a bargain at $21, but it is should not be confused with cheap alarm clocks that have a few repetitive "nature sounds" on their menus. The Conair offers many options that are generally found on more expensive models. Owners can choose from ten sound channels (instead of the standard six found on other machines at that price point). Its low price makes it easier for consumers to take a risk and experiment with sound conditioning before investing in more complicated systems.
The Ecotones Sound + Sleep Machine employs an adaptive sound system that constantly monitors ambient noise levels and automatically adjusts itself to the environment.
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MORE than a dozen people have come forward to report sexual and physical abuse in South Australian mental institutions after a newspaper report last year highlighted the issue, the state's Public Advocate says.
A Sunday Mail article last March revealed that a man was housed in Hillcrest Mental Hospital for truancy issues as a teenager in the 1960s - alongside murderers and paedophiles.
The man is suing the state in the District Court, claiming he was harassed by at least three paedophiles, was forced to clean other patients' excrement from their cells, and mental torment including being told he was booked in for electric shock therapy.
Public Advocate Dr John Brayley called for anyone who had experienced similar abuse to come forward, prompting 14 people to contact his office.
Dr Brayley said the "significant response" had revealed allegations of sexual abuse in Hillcrest and Glenside mental hospitals from the 1960s to the late 1980s - including allegations of rape by staff members and teens being exposed to psychotic older patients.
In his annual report, Dr Brayley said the article had exposed an issue that had previously received little or no publicity.
"It is a salutary reminder about the dark side of institutions where vulnerable people were hidden away out of sight from the rest of the community," he said.
He said the National Mental Health Commission and Australian Human Rights Commission had been informed.
"It would be surprising if similar issues had not arisen in other states," he said.
Dr Brayley said the perpetrators of the abuse should bear criminal responsibility for their actions.
"It is wrong to say that people did not know better. It was just as wrong to abuse and neglect people then as it is now," he said.
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Billy, an agent of Bad Boy Brokers, Inc., discovers that he has violated the USA by misquoting dividend information that led to the purchase of a security by a customer. Although Billy's firm has a reputation for a few run-ins with the Administrator, he is trying to help re-establish the firm's reputation as a reliable business. He realizes that his client invested $1,000, expecting a 10% dividend. Billy immediately offers to repurchase the securities, expressly through a letter of rescission. From the time that Billy sends the letter and his client agrees to sell the securities (three days), the stock appreciates $5. Billy's client sells the securities to Billy for a $5 profit Assuming no commissions are paid, what is the total amount Billy owes his client?
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Second, Billy rescinded the offer in three days, but had guaranteed 10%, which would equate to $3.65 a day. Thus, Billy owes his client $10.95 in interest. Thus, Billy's total tally is $995 + $10.95, working out to $1,005.95 (assuming that the client already received an additional $5). For the sake of this example, we are not considering commissions either.
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The hearing had earlier heard he left HMS Albion and HMS Manchester because of the use of hardcore pornography.
The then skipper of HMS Manchester, Commander Richard Ingram, told the tribunal in Exeter that on embarkation he briefed the 15 Initial Sea Training (IST) students, including Mr Sharpe, on what was and what was not acceptable on the vessel.
Commander Ingram said he knew Mr Sharpe, of Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, had cited family reasons for withdrawing from training on Albion.
On 27 September, he had an interview with Mr Sharpe to ascertain his reasons for a request to leave the destroyer.
"I would have expected him to tell the truth. He did not," Cdr Ingram told the tribunal.
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HotSeat 34: Network Time Machine LTE/VoLTE
On this episode of the HotSeat, we are speaking with AMIT RAO, who is the General Manager for ClearSight Network solutions within the Carrier Wireless business unit of Fluke Networks with more than 14 years of experience in the networking industry.
Amit joined Fluke Networks in May 2011 as Director, Product Management and Planning for Enterprise Network Analysis. Before joining the company, he served as the Senior Director of Product Marketing at ONPATH Technologies, maker of scalable connectivity and monitoring solutions for high-performance networks in Marlton, NJ.
He led a team of product marketing managers who charted strategy for growth in network monitoring, test automation, cloud networking, and cyber security. Prior to that, Amit was the Executive Director of Product Development at Niksun, Inc., a provider of network performance, network security, and compliance management products in Monmouth Junction, NJ.
Amit earned a BE in computer engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Karnataka, India; an MS in computer and systems engineering from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY; and a MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business.
Today, Amit will be discussing Network Time Machine™ LTE/VoLTE. Welcome Amit:
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- Can you describe the technology behind the Network Time Machine?
- Are there any security concerns with this new appliance, and if so, what are the solutions for these concerns?
- Anything else you would like to add or comment on?
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At Allen & Overy we know that our approach to diversity will be an important consideration for you when researching the firm.
Our goal is simple, we want A&O to be a place where a diverse group of people can be themselves and bring the best of themselves to their careers.
Our approach to Diversity & Inclusion
"At A&O we recognise that people are different, in ways that we can see and ways that we can't. We think that is a good thing. As well as creating a rich working environment that makes our work more enjoyable, the business benefits are clear. Being diverse and ensuring that we are inclusive helps us to attract the best people, innovate and understand and relate to our clients.
Our commitment to diversity can be seen through our Diversity & Inclusion strategy, owned and championed by the Board and People & Performance Board. It will be reviewed annually to ensure that we are focusing on the right things and our Diversity Advisory Committee will provide guidance throughout the year to ensure that we are moving in the right direction.
We will continue to be committed to supporting diversity in the broadest sense and continuing to ensure we have an inclusive environment for everyone."
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We have the following networks in place at A&O:
- LGBT network, A&Out
- Womens networks
- Families @ A&O (for parents and carers)
For more information on our initiatives and networks please visit the A&O corporate site.
Awards and Recognitions:
Allen & Overy has been awarded an 'Exceptional' status by the BITC regional Work Inspiration Award for our diversity-led work experience placement programmes.
In 2013 the graduate recruitment team were awarded the inaugural AGR social mobility award for best social mobility in the UK.
In London we are members and/or sponsors of the following organisations to ensure that we are up-to-date with and supporting diversity and inclusion best practice:
- The 30% Club
- Aspiring Solicitors
- Blind in Business
- Business Disability Forum
- My Plus Recruiters Club
- Opportunity Now (gender)
- Rare Recruitment (ethnicity and social mobility)
- Stonewall (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender)
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The graduate recruitment team is committed to Diversity & Inclusion by ensuring we recruit a diverse cohort of trainees and as a result we have implemented a number of initiatives. In addition to this in the recruitment year 2016/2017 we will be visiting and working with 30 universities across the UK and Ireland.
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By enabling us to reach and engage with a broad range of individuals from under represented backgrounds our partnership with Aspiring Solicitors helps us to ensure we are continuing to recruit high caliber talent across a range of backgrounds.
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These are programmes we invest in to support 50 BAME (black and minority ethnic) candidates and candidates from lower socio economic backgrounds to help support applications for vacation schemes or training contracts and it includes support and coaching right from application to interview.
We recognise that people with disabilities require varied levels and types of support; we are therefore committed to understanding your needs on a case by case basis. Internally, we have reviewed human resources and recruitment processes, making adjustments and providing support to candidates and existing staff, with help from a disability expert. In addition, we provide disability awareness training to staff in a range of departments.
We are a founding member of the Graduate Recruiter's Disability Café Club which attracts and informs potential law applicants with disabilities about career opportunities in the City. We work with a number of other disability charities focused on different conditions, including Blind in Business, find out more here.
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Nicole Pavitt
Studied at Law at Westminster University
My first interaction with A&O was when I attended a workshop to introduce people to City careers. Initially I was sceptical about whether a job in the City was right for me as I have a genetic condition that means I'm subject to blackouts, severe joint pain and bone fractures. But I got talking to some people from the firm's HR team and they reassured me that this shouldn't deter me from applying. They were very positive and helped me to see that both the firm and I could adapt to accommodate my needs.
I've been given an electronic desk so that I can work standing up when I need to, and an ergonomic keyboard and mouse. If I need to I can work from home, for example there have been times when I was on my way to work and unable to get a seat on the train, which can be problematic for me as standing for long periods may cause a blackout. I got off the train and called my supervisor to let them know that I was going to work from home and they were fine with it. I've always found the firm to be flexible when it comes to my condition.
When I started the LPC, the firm was really proactive, introducing me to occupational health and health and safety professionals to make sure that I was getting everything I needed, and also that they understood how they could help me.
Everyone has always been very supportive. When I joined A&O, everyone in my team knew about my illness so that they could help me if I ever needed it. I have just finished my 3rd seat and in my team only my trainer and my PA know about my condition. It's certainly not seen as an issue in my work and when I have had a problem – like when I had a series of faints during my second seat – I've received a lot of support and kindness.
Having a disability gives you a different perspective and different perspectives are what this firm is all about. A&O has been very open-minded to disability and I think it's important for disabled people to have the same level of open-mindedness when looking at the firm. It's easy to discount yourself and to imagine problems that simply aren't there. The firm is always looking for people who can bring something new – different ideas, different experiences.
I'm so glad I made the decision to apply. It's given me so much confidence in my own abilities and I've learned and grown so much as a professional. The training has been incredible and I'm really looking forward to continuing that journey, through my fourth seat placement at an investment bank and then as a qualified solicitor.
Ghazi AbuYounis
Studied Law at City University, London
I chose to apply to Allen & Overy for three main reasons. Firstly, I found the firm's culture both friendly and diverse. A&O was always present at the law fairs/recruitment events I attended across London. I was always given the opportunity to meet trainees and members of the Graduate Recruitment team. After which, I became certain I will be training within a collegiate environment. Secondly, being from Jordan, I wanted to work at a firm with a strong presence in the Middle East. A&O's ability to handle complex transactions in the region distinguished it from others. Opening one of its first international offices in Dubai back in 1978 evidenced the firm's pioneering presence and experience there. Finally, the Training Contract seemed to be a little more tailored than others I had looked at, and there was more scope to gain exposure to areas that really interest me. At A&O, I was able to tailor my own Training Contract to gain the exposure I want.
I have a genetic condition called Albinism, which has resulted in me being partially sighted. As a result, I need to use magnifiers and have other modifications to my desktop to support me whilst I'm working. After submitting my application for the Winter Vacation Scheme, I was invited for an interview. I disclosed the nature of my visual impairment on my application form, and specified the reasonable adjustments I require. A&O provided everything I asked for. The materials were printed in large font, and extra time was provided.
Since joining A&O, I have been well supported. Working in a fast-paced environment can be daunting at first, but learning to use the resources available, and with the right technology, I found it easy to cope. At A&O, the focus is on the quality of the work and not the speed. Initially, I had my fears that I might be taking longer to complete tasks, but with time, I was reassured that that was not the case. I never felt that anyone here regards my visual impairment as something that could stand in my way. The firm is great when it comes to me finding alternative ways of completing tasks; documents can always be accessed digitally, and so far, I have not been given a task I could not do.
I have just completed my third seat and there have been lots of highlights so far. I assisted on several multi-jurisdictional deals in Corporate, attended lots of client meetings in Banking and done interesting research in Arbitration. But for me the deal breaker has been the firm's culture. Everyone here is so friendly – even at times of stress, people are still a pleasure to work with. You can always ask questions and get the help you need.
David Berman
Associate, Banking, Financial and Regulatory Litigation
Studied a Bachelor of International Studies and a Bachelor of Laws at University of New South Wales
I worked in another firm in Sydney, Australia for three years before I began to get itchy feet and wanted to experience something new; relocating to the UK and working in a London firm was a perfect opportunity to do something new. As soon as I got to know A&O I felt at home – the firm is so down to earth and I immediately felt it was a good fit for me.
My experience as a gay man – and one who is very much out and proud – has been unbelievable. I expected the firm to be quite conservative but thats simply not been the case. I've felt nothing but warmth from my colleagues and completely accepted for who I am.
When I arrived here the LGBT network, A&Out, was languishing a little so I have been heavily involved in the rebranding of our network along with other members and the Diversity & Inclusion team. Some of the best advocates for change are those outside the LGBT community; if you can get them supporting LGBT and other diversity issues then you can make better progress quickly. So, I have worked closely with the network and the Diversity & Inclusion senior manager to establish a place for allies in the network, to show support for A&Out and LGBT colleagues.
We had Ben Cohen, the former England rugby star and leading campaigner for LGBT inclusion, at our A&Out launch event. We've also had support from Wim Dejonghe, the new senior partner, who, through a broadcast to the whole firm spoke about our global focus and commitment to our LGBT community through A&O's global diversity strategy. It states that our LGBT colleagues should feel welcome, know that they are valued and be confident that they will not be excluded or held back in any way. Whether you identify as LGBT or not it is recognised that we are all responsible for making this happen.
Having supported the relaunch of the network, I'm now looking at ways of supporting other LGBT colleagues in our offices around the world.
The firm is a real champion of diversity and inclusion. A&O also values individuality, so when you come to work you are expected to be yourself and the culture here is supportive of that aim. A&Out raises the profile of LGBT lawyers, so that people can choose to be open about who they are when they join the firm. When entering the corporate world, as much as 40% of LGBT students don't feel they can talk openly about who they are and that is simply not the culture here at A&O.
Our A&O Together event recently was attended by over 250 people from around the firm and everyone was given a mug carrying the message 'I support my LGBT colleagues'. If just one of those is on a partner's desk during an office tour it will send a powerful message to any prospective trainee that the environment here is diverse and inclusive.
Of course, this is still a law firm, and I have a job to do, so all these activities fit in around a demanding workload, but ultimately I get a lot of encouragement to drive these initiatives.
Matt Short
Associate, Leveraged Finance
Studied Law at Leicester University
Following my Training Contract, I qualified into Leveraged Finance, which is part of our Banking practice. Leveraged Finance helps companies, particularly Private Equity groups, to raise large volumes of cash to buy companies (amongst other things). As a trainee in this area you are more involved with ancillary documentation, for example, the documents allowing companies to enter into the loans. Now that I'm qualified, I play a more active role in leading the transactions, liaising with counsel in different jurisdictions and making sure that the lenders are comfortable with how they will be repaid – and what they can do if the transaction doesn't go to plan further down the line.
When I first applied to A&O, I was sure to let them know that I would need some additional support due to a condition I have. I suffered from bone cancer in my teens and had to have my leg amputated. The firm have been very supportive and have been great at letting me know what they could do to support me, but letting me guide them on what I need: they never tried to impose anything on me. For example, my prosthesis needs maintenance or repair sometimes and that can take me out of the office; the firm has always been very supportive, giving me whatever time I need for this. I remember once I had an emergency appointment which came at a very busy time in our team, but the emphasis was still very much on supporting me – maybe I shouldn't snap it in future!
A lot of firms stress the value they place on hiring people who have interesting and active lifestyles and A&O is no different in that respect. I love the outdoors and being active: I ski, play football, hike and climb. A&O has a great approach towards inclusion – there are so many different initiatives and other team members are so supportive. I've been through some difficult times to get to where I am now and the resilience and positive attitude that experience engenders is something I feel that the firm values. The firm's ethos is to be the best , and that encompasses being a great place to work and having a strong culture. We know that our clients (and other members of the team) value building relationships and establishing trust with people from all kinds of backgrounds and life experiences and that means we have to be diverse ourselves. It's something the firm does really well and I've really appreciated that since the day I started.


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The Theology and Politics of Two Irish Ecclesiastics of the Seventeenth Century
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Carbon Nanotubes! Now with more energy!
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A photovoltaic cell made from a single carbon nanotube that can take advantage of more of the energy in light than conventional photovoltaics has been created by Cornell University researchers.
Superefficient Solar from Nanotubes by Katherine Bourzac (Technology Review)
Yes thats right. Carbon nantobues are going to make computers faster, give us lung cancer, cure lung cancer, and give us unlimited "free" energy!


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Blood And Honey Lawsuit
December 14, 2011 by staff
Blood And Honey Lawsuit, The lawsuit against Angelina Jolie's 'In the Land of Blood and Honey' won't delay the film's scheduled Dec. 23 release. The man suing Jolie, James Braddock, has withdrawn his motion for a temporary restraining order after FilmDistrict, the company distributing the film, persuaded the judge that the motion was "defective." Braddock claims that Jolie stole the idea for her Bosian War film, which she wrote, from his book, 'A Soul Shattering.'
U.S. District Judge Robert Dow, Jr. said in a hearing last week in Illinois that there were "valid concerns" about the timing of the lawsuit. The judge noted that Braddock hadn't yet shown that "immediate and irreparable harm would result" from the film's release. Braddock voluntarily withdrew his motion, allowing the movie to be released as planned.
The case is being heard in an Illinois court, although several parties are based in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina as well as California. The judge has indicated that may move the case to a federal court in California, which would probably make it easier for Jolie and the film's producers to fight, according to THR.
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Kerstin Bagus, LexisNexis Global Compliance Director, receives multiple certifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
Alpharetta, Ga.—LexisNexis® Screening Solutions, a global background check provider, announced its Global Compliance Director, Kerstin Bagus, has received information privacy certifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) for demonstrating specific knowledge for U.S., European and Canadian privacy laws, regulations, and requirements for transferring personal data within these jurisdictions.
"This is of specific importance to our customers who obtain and use data worldwide as we supply them compliance guidance to meet each country's information use and privacy laws. Ultimately, the client is responsible. However, we do all we can to help ensure what we provide our clients is in the acceptable format as required by that country."
"And clients aren't the only ones who benefit. We are advocates for candidates as well. We want to ensure we represent their history accurately and protect the privacy of their information," explains Bagus.
Specifically, the two certifications Bagus received are The Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) and The Certified Information Privacy Professional/Canada (CIPP/C). Her industry knowledge has been leveraged to help write the ASIS (the international organization of security professional) guidelines for background screening and she serves on several NAPBS (National Association of Professional Background Screeners) committees for best practices and screening guidelines.
Now more than ever, if a company wants to expand internationally, they are looking for providers already doing business where they plan to be. Knowledge of cultural sensitivities, language fluency and/or accuracy of language translation and other country-specific issues affect the amount and accuracy of information gathered. Knowledge of international privacy and data security regulations should be a core competency of a global screening provider, since it's rarely the focus of the employer.
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Through close collaboration with its customers, the company ensures organizations can leverage its solutions to reduce risk, improve productivity, increase profitability and grow their business. A division of Reed Elsevier, LexisNexis serves customers in more than 100 countries with 15,000 employees worldwide.
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The wise men who govern West Bengal keep haring off in divergent directions in their attempts to create a better image for their state. The mayor of Calcutta, Mr Subrata Mukherjee, proposed in the Banga Sanskriti Utsav that the use of Bengali should be made mandatory on advertisements in other languages, on banners and hoardings. He is not the sole progenitor of the suggestion, the proposal has come to him also from some members of the intelligentsia. The mayor is so earnest in the pursuit of linguistic loyalty that he thinks the chief minister should make a law to enforce Bengali in advertisements. The ways of the great are always mysterious, as in this case it is almost impossible to work out the kind of reasoning that has led to the desire for linguistic assertion. It is true that the knowledge of Bengali among native speakers is at an all-time low. There is not only something faulty in the language teaching system itself it must not be forgotten that for years the learning of English in schools has been accorded very low priority but also immense pressure in the larger society to deprive the learning of Bengali of all incentive. The cultural bankruptcy has clearly discernible pedagogic and socio-economic sources. Pasting the language on advertisements is a puerile way to assert its cultural importance or, at worst, presence. Apart from increasing the general sense of crowding, it is unlikely to do very much.
The proud public presence of a regional language is the sign of a healthy and thriving economy and dynamic cultural ascendancy. Then there is both a need for it and a pride in claiming it. When enforced under these very different circumstances, it suggests fractiousness and a sterile linguistic chauvinism. The idea is plain silly. Particularly so at this juncture, when West Bengal is frantic for investments from non-resident Indians, foreigners, anyone and everyone. If West Bengal is to show itself off as an investor-friendly state, what it must sell among other features is the impression of a cosmopolitan culture. Mr Mukherjee and his friends do not seem to have seen that enforcing the presence of Bengali in advertisements in other languages would be a sign of entrenched chauvinism, since the advertisers have not thought Bengali to be necessary. Policing languages, at the cost of a law and other expenditures, is not what they should be worrying about. The need and respect for a language will evolve naturally, as the society of its native speakers thrives and grows more confident. Pushing it down other peoples gullets is a sign of weakness, not strength.


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With our experience and expertise we have continued to produce multi award-winning products plus a range of technology and services to help business advisors and SME's achieve exceptional results.
MAUS has a compilation of tools we have developed in co-operation with leading industry experts in fields ranging from HR, QA and Health & Safety to Planning, Financial, Valuation & Succession Planning.
MAUS is also a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and offers educational development programs for businesses looking to enhance the skill sets of their employees. The MAUS Institute currently offers a Certificate IV in Frontline Management and a Diploma in Business Management.
The company also offers international training programs and is currently conducting an Accredited Executive Masters of Entrepreneurship across educational institutions throughout Asia.
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Peter Hickey is a worldwide leading SME expert. He has been active in buying and selling businesses over the years, and has a passion for helping business owners achieve their goals.
Peter founded MAUS Business Systems in 1990. He successfully built the company from a one-man business to a multi-million dollar concern and sold it to a multi-billion dollar publisher.
Peter Hickey is a bestselling author and creator of a wide range of business support material. He is especially known for his bestselling book on Business Planning. In 1999, Peter Hickey won the Ernst & Young NSW "Entrepreneur of the Year" award.
In 2066 Peter re-acquired MAUS Business Systems. He has since acquired several other businesses to add to the portfolio including a corporate advisory and an educational division. Peter has been active as an international consultant and trainer, providing his services to a large number of companies across four continents.
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Type "restaurant blogs" into Google and you'll be ambushed by hyper-critical breakdowns of meals and service. With the exception of maybe politics, few industries open themselves up to such painful public scrutiny by anonymous hordes online. At this point, it's a relatively accepted part of opening up a restaurant. Owners and chefs know they're putting themselves out there, and they've got to be ready to read bad reviews. But that's not all that's out there. There's help on the Internet too.
Move past the gloom and doom and find some good advice on restaurant blogs for industry itself:
(In no particular order)
QSR Insights
QSR Insights is only three pages deep, so it's a relative newcomer to the restaurant blog scene. Still, the information they post is of incredible value--from ways to boost your online presence to precautions to take to prevent employee fraud. Plus, many of the blog posts are written by restaurant consultants or marketing experts, so QSR is clearly going for a "quality over quantity" approach.
Restaurant Engine
This engine is fine-tuned with information on how to make a restaurant more efficient. Most of these blog posts are fueled with fun topics, but some posts have a lot of added value. For example, did you know that you can buy ice makers with a roof mounted condenser to reduce the noise? Silent ice makers? Yep. You can find these tidbits and more at Restaurant engine.
Not to toot our own horn, but BlueCart's blog has a ton of relevant information for restaurant owners. The blog takes the latest data from the food industry and puts it into easy to understand infographics and breakdowns. You're already here. Look around.
The employee scheduling app has recently shifted gears in their blog, with a stronger focus on the problems the restaurant industry faces. Many of their blogs focus on customer and employee loyalty. A recent blog post involved the search for trends that will dominate the 2016 food landscape. The more recent blog posts from WhenIwork will help any restaurant owner.
Gecko Hospitality
Gecko Hospitality helps restaurant management answer the question: "How to find great restaurant staff?" This blog offers both broad and specific scenarios. Gecko Hospitality provides several small ways to improve your restaurant management style, but also gives a restaurant owner a detailed guide to often rarely discussed terms such as Employment Branding. What is Employment Branding? Exactly.
Chefs Feed
More a website than a blog, but the content is too good not to share. Chefs Feed is written by chefs for chefs. A plethora of restaurant opinions and news make appearances, and nothing is off-topic--which makes for some great reads. If you're a restaurant owner and want to get into the mind of a chef, then Chefs Feed is a quality browse.
Besides a great name for a restaurant blog, Toast offers readers a ton of knowledge and experience. Toast reports on everything a restaurant owner might need to know- from menu engineering to the latest industry news.
Open for Business
This blog comes from restaurant reservation app "Open Table". Open for Business is the most extensive blog on this list, with more than 50 pages of entries broken down into a variety of categories that include Q&A's with big name chefs, tips for dealing with everyday restaurant problems, and for those who hate to read: plenty of videos.
Social Hospitality
Social Hospitality doesn't stick to a specific blog schedule, so it's hard to know when to expect new things from them. However, when a new post does make its way to their page, that post becomes a gold mine of information. What makes social hospitality a great resource is the way their blog touches all parts of the hospitality industry with ideas and input from many, many different perspectives.
Bottleneck Blog
This blog comes from a restaurant group based out of Chicago and deals with alcohol, food topics and company culture. Bottleneck gives the reader thorough breakdowns of beer related topics such as the difference between types of drinking glasses and suggestions for beer pairings. Expect the urge to have a cold one while reading.
The Tip Jar
This blog run by team Grubhub is a great resource for restaurant owners at any stage of their operations. Topics cover the gauntlet of restaurant problems from how to expand restaurants to new cities and what to do about the minimum wage fight. Reader beware though: just a guess, but a name change might be coming soon though due to all the controversy with tipping in restaurants... (Or not.)
State Restaurant Association Blogs
Obvious, right? But these can quickly be overlooked, especially if you're bombarded by emails everyday anyway, and the newsletters that link you to the blogs slip through the cracks. Ignore them at your own peril though. Many posts deal with issues specific to the state you operate in, so these pages are of incredible value. For example, read over the Ohio Restaurant Association industry page. Or head over to your own association for the rundown on the local situation.
FSW Season'd
Sporting one of our favorite blog designs, Foodservice Warehouse's blog is a buffet of information for restaurant owners. Unlike other blogs, FSW Season'd covers kitchenware and equipment (which, of course, FSW sells...), but also gives restaurant owners a forecast of trends that are starting to emerge in the food scene.
The Back Burner
The Back Burner has more of a western feel to it, probably because the company behind the blog, eTundra, is based out of Colorado. The blog covers the two M's (Management and Marketing), obviously, but the Back Burner truly lives up to its name by highlighting the latest and greatest cooking tools for restaurant owners.
Phew- that was a long blog. Congrats, you've made it to the end! Now go forth and read up elsewhere! Or here.


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text: Politics 16 August 2007 Mini-politics: saying no in public From our archive Suzanne Moore on the miniskirt's comeback in late eighties Sign up for our weekly email * Taken from The New Statesman 18 December 1987 Twenty years ago, at the height of Thatcherism, the miniskirt made a comeback. Suzanne Moore, who is now a contributing editor to the New Statesman, argued that in the 1980s miniskirts – long associated with sex and the 1960s – had come to symbolise a woman's right to say "no". They had also become a staple for power-dressing women and a way to kick back at an increasingly aggressive feminist movement. Selected by Robert Taylor Pretty Polly, manufacturers of stockings and tights, have managed to run some Pretty Pathetic advertising campaigns in their time. Do you remember one a few years back — huge posters of women's legs with the caption 'For girls who don't want to wear the trousers?' It implied a return to an 'authentic' feminine identity against an artificial and butch notion of liberation. It might as well have read, 'For girls who want to be treated as complete bimbos'. Yet the glossing over of real questions of female access to power was as transparent as the stockings themselves. The image of feminism could be 'retouched', even if real feminists couldn't. Nowadays, judging by the masses of young women striding around in mini-skirts, it seems that there are many of us who may not literally want to 'wear the trousers'. However, I doubt if most of us feel that exposing our legs automatically disenfranchises us from the power that goes with them. Mini-skirts are no longer only worn by the extreme or the ultra-trendy — even Marks and Spencer are doing it: 'This season we are offering an extra short length 21 inches — two inches above the knee'. Wow! At the American collections, full of Calvin Klein 'slips' and the 'Shortest, Briefest Dresses of Them All', we saw what New Yorkers mean by High Rise. International buyers rushed back home 'to get all their existing stock chopped into minis'. So what does all this mean? Indeed, does it have to mean anything? Maybe not, but unlike many items of fashion, the mini-skirt is generally perceived to signify something — whatever it may be, the '60s, sex or success. It now acts almost as a vacuum, pulling every and any potential meaning into itself. People who denounce fashion, and particularly women's clothes, as superficial or regard it as merely decorative, have poured into this insignificant garment so many meanings that it brims over with possible clues to modern behaviour. This iconic status allows it to be taken outside the closed world of fashion and read against the economic and political climate. Desmond Morris, who should really stick to talking to monkeys, has a go at this in December's Elle, telling us that while short skirts signal liberation, long ones mean 'female subjugation and peasant toil'. The only thing, he says, that has delayed the return of the mini has been the uncertainty in the FT index. Such glib determinism ignores the variety of styles available at the moment and fails to explain how they change so rapidly. To put it crudely, as Julie Burchill always does, 'You cannot take the temperature of a culture by measuring a hemline, the collective whim of 15 French fag [sic] dressmakers says absolutely nothing about the shift in status and sensibilities of western womanhood' Mass style Yet fashion isn't just about designers. Some styles filter down and become acceptable to the mass market. Others don't. Short skirts have cropped up regularly in the designer shows of the last few years with clothes inspired by physical activity, dance and sport. We've had the tutu and the skating skirt, among others. On the streets the adoption of the mini-skirt in PVC or rubber by female punks was a deliberate rejection of the long, floaty and 'natural' skirts of the late '70s. It was all very synthetic, suggestive and full of shockability. Now it's no longer just smarties or punks who want to wear mini-skirts. Which is why it's also tempting to read them as a sign of a post-feminist consciousness. Is this perhaps why there is a difference between the flimsy and skimpy clothes of the catwalk and the way that short skirts are actually being worn? In the collections the clothes were all little girlish, on the streets they are far more businesslike and practical and worn with black tights against the cold wind. Further, it seems that power dressing can now incorporate the short skirt into its corporate identity. The boss as well as her secretary can wear it. Looking like she means business in a mini-skirt and tailored jacket, she can now display her perfectly-toned body and sexual confidence. It's no longer a distraction, but a 'tangible asset.' This may be anathema to some feminists who feel that this mythical world of women 'having it all' is still far away for most of us, and that the tyranny of fashion still excludes all but the adolescent and the anorexic. But fashion is about pleasure as well as pain. About playing with the boundaries of the body. About the constant negotiation between what is public and what is private. For women, these are always political as well as aesthetic decisions. Can I wear that to work, on the bus, in the pub? We might think that we are signalling sexual autonomy in our 'look, but don't touch' outfit, but for every sophisticated Tom and Harry who understands the rules of the game, there's a Dick that doesn't. For some men, autonomy dressed up is remarkably like availability. Like all those snarling models in the ads — defiance is just another kind of provocation. The move towards more blatantly sexualised women's clothes, which provides an overall context for the shorter hemlines, is also seen by some as an imaginary working through of some of the dilemmas posed by Aids. For women — and men — taking refuge in monogamous relationships in these days of safe sex, the message is 'Look erotic, but don't deliver'; as designer Antony Price says, 'If the product is the same then the packaging had better look thrilling.' Yet of all the meanings we attach to the mini, its '60s connotations are the most powerful. Many of this year's fashion shows had a strong '60s feel. Katherine Hamnett's was completely derived from 60s styles, right down to the psychedelic colours. But it's all very knowing—a million miles away from innocence. For how we perceive the '60s has largely been influenced by Thatcherite discourse; the '60s is what has been repressed in the '80s. Thatcherites talk of the '60s as the time when everything started to go wrong; so it's interesting that designers should visually reclaim the era. But the '60s refracted through '80s sensibilities means something quite different, especially for women. The freedom the mini-skirt symbolised in the swinging '60s was the freedom to say 'Yes'. In the late '80s, it symbolises the freedom to say 'No.' Suzanne Moore is a writer for the Guardian and the New Statesman. She writes the weekly "Telling Tales" column in the NS. Subscribe from just £1 per issue This article first appeared in the 20 August 2007 issue of the New Statesman, The most important protest of our time More


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knock off (doing something)
to stop doing something. Knock off shoveling snow now, and come in for a hot drink. I wish he would knock off practicing for a while.
knock off (work)
to quit work, for the day or for a break. What time do you knock off work? I knock off about five-thirty.
knock something off
1. to manufacture or make something, especially in haste. I'll see if I can knock another one off before lunch. They knocked off four window frames in an hour.
2. to knock off some amount from the price of something, lowering its price. The store manager knocked 30 percent off the price of the coat. Can't you knock something off on this damaged item?
3. to copy or reproduce a product. The manufacturer knocked off a famous designer's coat. They are well known for knocking off cheap versions of expensive watches.
4. Go to knock something off (of) someone or something.
knock something off (of) someone or somethingand knock something off
to remove something from someone or something by striking. (Of is usually retained before pronouns.) I knocked the hard hat off of Wally when I hit him accidentally with the ladder. My elbow knocked off the book.
knock off (something)
to stop work for a time When do you knock off for the day? We knocked off work at six o'clock.
knock something offalso knock off something
1. to subtract a certain amount from the price of an item The manager knocked two bucks off because the dress had a button missing. If you knock off five dollars, I'd consider buying it.
2. to produce something quickly and easily He can usually knock off a short story in just a few days.
knock off
1. Take a break or rest from, stop, especially quit working. For example, He knocked off work at noon, or Let's knock off at five o'clock. [Colloquial; mid-1600s] Also see knock it off.
2. Also, knock out. Dispose of or produce easily or hastily, finish, as in A writer of detective novels, he knocks off a book a year, or We can knock out a rough drawing in a few minutes. The first colloquial usage dates from the early 1800s, the variant from the mid-1800s.
3. Get rid of, reduce, as in She knocked off twelve pounds in a month, or They knocked off one-third of the original price. [Colloquial; early 1800s]
4. Kill, murder, as in They decided to knock off the old lady. [Slang; early 1900s] Also see knock someone's block off.
5. Copy or imitate, especially without permission, as in They are knocking off designer Swiss watches and selling them for a few dollars. [Colloquial; late 1800s]
6. Hold up, rob, as in The gang knocked off two liquor stores in half an hour. [Slang; early 1900s] Also see knock the socks off.
knock off
1. To hit something abruptly and dislodge it or remove it from something else: I accidentally knocked the vase off the shelf as I walked by. Knock off the mud on your shoes before you come in. The low branch knocked my hat off.
2. Slang To take a break or rest: Let's knock off for a few minutes and get something to eat.
3. Slang To stop doing some kind of labor for the day: We knocked off work at noon and went fishing. Let's knock off early today and go out for a drink.
4. Slang To complete, accomplish, or dispose of something hastily or easily; finish something quickly or easily: That author knocks off three books a year. Once we knock the project off, we can eat lunch.
5. Slang To eliminate something; get rid of something: The sales person knocked $50 off the price of the stereo. Knock off 12 pounds in just one month with our exclusive diet plan!
6. Slang To overcome or defeat someone or something: They knocked off the two best teams in the league. They were the better team, but somehow we knocked them off by almost 20 points.
7. Slang To kill someone: The sniper knocked off three of our best soldiers. I was afraid that they would knock me off if I told the police.
8. Slang To rob some place: He went to jail for knocking off a bank.
9. Slang To copy or imitate something, especially without permission: He made a career out of knocking off other peoples ideas. The new car design really just knocks off last year's model.
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