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The teeth are among of the most sensitive parts of the body that need very perfect dental care. If you ever asked a person who suffered from some form of toothache, they will definitely tell you that this is not the thing to think of at any given time. The teeth will undeniably get you troubled and you will never have a moment to peace from the pain or bleeding gums. There are some very easy ways to take care of them and have a cool time without having to visit dentists.
Cleaning your teeth is necessary. Cleaning does not necessary mean dental cleaning offered by your dentist. Cleaning only requires you to have a good toothbrush and some quality toothpaste. Regular brushing ensures that there are no plaque formations. Brushing the teeth at least twice in a day will yield you gorgeous smiles and fresher breath.
The whole activity of brushing the teeth should be done within more than five minutes. Brushing the teeth so fast will only remove the few food particles that are on the front part of the teeth while leaving lots of plaque forming and cavity causing bacteria attached to the rear, particularly on the molars and premolars. The more these plaque accumulate in your month, the more you cannot escape from embarrassments. Your mouth will give the worst odors and you will notice that your friends do not what to get close to you. This is something that is not good for your self-esteem. You definitely need to have your breath very fresh in order for you to have the confidence to talk, smile, and laugh in public.
The brush you use should be primarily good at protecting your teeth. From many researches, dentist in Ermington have shown that toothbrushes with tough bristles do not ensure that your teeth are clean. It will only get your gum to bleed. The moment you place your brush in your month and feel it pricking, you instantly know that it not good for you. The soft bristles are highly recommended as they can even be used when dry and will not harm the natural coating of your teeth.
Flossing the teeth is another kind of dental cleaning. It allows you to target specific areas in your month where hard-to-reach food particles are hiding. You do not even need to travel to the clinic as you can do it very simply at home. There are different materials that may be used to floss them. The only thing you should remember is that the material should be clean and fit when placed in your mouth. A string-type produce excellent results. A non-fibrous tooth pick is also good. However, remember to take care when flossing or picking as you could irritate your gum line and cause it to bleed.
Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss and a whole lot of patience and discipline are all it takes to have a brilliant smile and fresh breath.
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Statement jewellery has become all the rage since they're attention grabbing and usually very large. This form of accessorising has become popular due to the fashion standards set by society, that are inspired by runways and older trends. For thousands of years, people have used clothing and accessories to portray who they are. Such items have long symbolized class as well as religious and cultural identities. Consider Jackie O's trademark black sunglasses. Above and beyond keeping the sun out of Jackie's eyes, they symbolized who Jackie was and continues to do the same. People use accessories, mainly jewellry, to make statements about who they are and what they value.
This fall/winter, statement jewellery is back with a bang. Wearing statement jewellry allows women to define their own style and stand out as individuals. By keeping in mind these types of statement earrings, women can choose adornments that will convey the right message to those with whom they interact. Women can find unique pieces that will add a personal flair to what they wear. Buckle up, this is going to be a fun ride!
1. All Gold:
All gold statement earrings are for anyone who likes to show off some bling, but with elegance. Gold accessories add an air of wealth to one's appearance, so these earrings are great for grand occasions.
2. All Silver:
Silver jewellery is probably the most versatile kind ever. All silver statement earrings match almost any dress or top and make the wearer look cool and casual.
3. Mixed Metals:
This is a trend that's very hot right now. Mixing gold, silver, copper and brass is a combo we never thought would work but it's very fashion forward. Wear these babies anywhere for a classy look.
4. Crystal/Stones:
Any jewellery with crystals and stones mean that you're a diva who knows fashion more than anything else. These statement earrings are your best friend if you plan on going out, especially at night.
6. Bridal:
Getting hitched? Ditch the old school matched jewellery sets and choose statement earrings and stand out in the crowd!
7. Black:
These earrings are a great way to wear black all through the year! Find your best outfits and pair them up with all black jewellery to send a strong message about the fashionista you are!

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Spiritualized - Sweet Heart Sweet Light (Music CD)
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Spiritualized's seventh album, Sweet Heart Sweet Light, returns to the soaring rock & roll symphonies of their classic album Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space, inspired in part by the band performing that album on tour while Jason Pierce and company wrote new songs. Recorded over the course of two years in locations as far-flung as Los Angeles, Wales, and Reykjavik but mixed in Pierce's own house, the album is similarly expansive but familiar, with Pierce mentioning Chuck Berry, the Beach Boys, and Peter Brötzmann as other touchstones. The Velvet Underground-like chug of album opener "Hey Jane" just underscores that Spiritualized are experts at re-energizing rock's traditional and experimental impulses.
Release Date: 16 April 2012
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Lip Balms for Sporty Girls/
Always game to try any sort of lip product, I eyed VAULT's new glosses and balms with a curious, if skeptical, eye. Their retractable delivery system took me a second to figure out (honestly), but once I clicked it into place, I was sold. (Watch this video -- it's very easy.) You really can put on this stuff with one hand. While you'll rarely find me on an athletic field, I have been known to ski, and I see huge value in the everyday moments where this feature may come in handy. Glossing while texting? It's finally safe. Phew. Seriously, though, these lip delights are made with natural ingredients found on the Pacific Coast, and the gloss provides vibrant color while thebalm (pictured in an array of options) gives more of a matte shade. Both come with Bond-Girl style applicators that can be clicked open and shut with a single finger, making it incredibly easy to apply these anywhere. Meaning: Keep one in your back pocket.
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Vijayawada, Nov 25: A delegation of United National Progressive Alliance (UNPA) leaders will visit the blast sites in Uttar Pradesh today.
Announcing this at the ''rythugarjana'' rally here last night, Samajwadi Party General Secretary Amar Singh said the delegation would include UNPA chairman, convenor, former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav and TDP President N Chandrababu Naidu.
The delegation would visit the court premises of Lucknow, Varanasi and Faizabad, where the bombs went off on November 23, killing 13 people and injuring more than 50.


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RBI Panel to Review Monetary Policy
MUMBAI—The Reserve Bank of India Thursday announced it will review how it conducts its monetary policy and suggest measures to make it more transparent and predictable.
A panel will review the conduct of monetary policy in the global environment, identify hurdles in its implementation, and will suggest measures to revise and strengthen its effectiveness, a news release on the central bank website stated.
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As every keen gardener knows, the war on pests is never-ending. You no sooner get rid of one than there's another to be dealt with. Where I live the most virulent pest is friends and neighbours dropping in uninvited and wanting a cutting of this or some advice on that. They quite spoil the prettiest garden and make it very hard to enjoy outdoor living in the meditational privacy I for one so much treasure. Banishing these pests and making sure they don't come back is a perennial chore.
I have recently had a very exciting inspiration in this regard from an article I was reading in an old National Geographic at the dentist. It was about Amazonian Indians in the Brazilian jungle. Apparently many of them find that, what with one thing and another, there are people around them who make pests of themselves and need to be got rid of. One knows how they feel. Well, to make a long story short, these ingenious inhabitants of the rainforest have devised an infallible form of pest control that is just perfect for the Australian garden too. Let me explain.
First they dig a deep pit - they do this themselves but I would recommend getting a maintenance person to do it because it's very hard work - or if you have a hubby you also want to get rid of and he has cardiac problems, well, look no further! Then they embed some pointed stakes in it (the kind you can get from any good garden supplier). Stand them vertically, about 50 centimetres apart. IT IS ESSENTIAL to keep the sharp end uppermost and not to stint on the stakes. About three dozen would be a minimum for a normal-sized pit.
The next step is to cover the pit by placing a very simple timber frame across it - a piece of trellis would do if the timber's not too solid. You camouflage this with grass and leaves so it can't be seen. The next time a pest drops in, steer him or her towards the pit and dropping in will be exactly what they do - and there's no risk they'll be back again tomorrow either!
I am now having a series of pits dug at strategic points along my front path. When they're ready I intend to give a little garden party for all my regular droppers-in and hopefully after that I'll be left in peace. I'll keep you posted (no pun intended!).
N.B. DO fill in the pit and trample down well as soon as it's full! And DO memorise the location of the pits! Otherwise you'll find yourself joining the droppers-in. And wouldn't that be the pits?
Readers will find earlier gardening notes by "Edna" on 23 March, 24 April and 12 September 2012.
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As I write this I'm hearing the bouncy tunes of Kelis and witnessing the abundance of people that travel out of the Auckland airport. I've travelled through this airport many times, going to places such as Melbourne, London and Los Angeles. Today I am heading to Los Angeles again, but this time I'm going solo! Last year I went solo travelling to Europe, visiting England, Wales, Sweden & France, so travelling solo isn't such a scary thought now. But this will be my first time going to America by myself.
My family and I have visited Los Angeles a few times to visit the Disney theme parks, since we are massive Disney fans. But it is not Disney that is drawing me to L.A. this time (However, I will be spending 5 days at the Disney parks whilst I'm in L.A.) It is Vidcon, the biggest annual YouTube convention in the world that is the reason for this trip.
I began my YouTube journey in 2008 as a 14 year old seeking friends and something fun to do. Towards the end of 2013 I started to take YouTube more seriously and have since begun producing weekly videos every Friday. I've also had the privilege of collaborating with some great YouTubers in Australia, which was such a brilliant experience. My audience has grown by 5,000 since the beginning of the year, and continues to grow rapidly. So it's only natural that the next step would be to attend Vidcon, a place to network with fellow creators from all over the world, and learn from the pros in panels & Q&A sessions.
Over 18,000 people will be attending Vidcon – fans, creators, advertisers and more! This will be the biggest event I've ever attended, and I hope it will be life changing. That may sound a bit dramatic, but YouTube is my passion and Vidcon holds so much potential for life changing events to occur.
I've been reading tweets all day from my Australian, American, Canadian and British friends, all stating how excited they are about Vidcon, and all sharing what point they're at in their journey to Vidcon. In just a few hours I'll be boarding a plane to LA, and then my journey to Vidcon will really be underway!
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Higurashi Matsuri - Game (PS2 version)
This thread is for the PS2 version of Higurashi no Naku Koro Ni.
Feel free to discuss your thoughts on the PS2 version of the game, its character designs, and newly added chapters (Taraimawashi-hen, Tsukiotoshi-hen, and Miotsukushi-hen), etc. etc.
Somehow I feel the game was rushed or something. There's no voice acting in TIPS or the first half of the game. It was weird when all of a sudden Keiichi's voice poped up in the 2nd half of the game. However, the new OPs and EDs were really good. I would've perfered if they kept a couple of the original music, but the new music is well done also.
My thoughts about the new story chapters:
~Running away from Tragedy~ Taraimawashi-hen
Spoiler for Watanagashi:
~The Worst "if"~ Tsukiotoshi-hen
Spoiler for Tatarigoroshi:
~Another Ending~ Miotuskushi-hen
Spoiler for Minagoroshi + Matsuribayashi:
So do you think it's worth getting? My order got cancelled, and I need to knw whether to bother making another one.
I think it's worth getting, the voice acting added to the great story line is worth going for. Various minor things I don't like too much is that there's no voice in TIPS or first half of the game.
Also I liked the way it was done in the orignal better. In the PC game, the text is on top of the background. I think what makes some scenes so much more dramatic is that you are usually looking at the characters when they talk, so when they switch over to oyashiro-mode then the effect is really present. PS2 game, you usually just stare at the text on the bottom. THe voice acting does make up for that, as the tone of the voice changes and you would know something is up. Also, another thing I thought the PC version was good for was that, the variable text speed. Somtimes freezes at points, and makes you stare at them for the longest time. Most of those dramatic points are changed to be backgrounds in the PS2 game instead.
Oh, they also removed one of the mystery of the game, which I thought was a shame.
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So, if you are a fan, and can at least somewhat understand want is going on (the voices helps alot for those who can't read a lot, like myself), I think it's worth getting.
I am able to understand the original game at the speed of about a sentence every 5 minutes, so the voices will only make that easier... plus I know the story of the anime arcs off by heart... so it sounds like I should get it.
But do all the question arcs have no voice acting? I'm sure I saw a clip of Rika talking in Himatsubushi-hen.
So you've played it?
How does Hanyuu look like there (maybe screenshots if it's possible)?
I must be doing something wrong. I'm 10 hours into it and no one's been murdered yet. A dismembered corpse was mentioned, though.
So I know that there's added voice acting and new art, but the text/story of this game (for the pre-existing arcs like Onikakushi-hen) is the same as the PC version right? basically I'm wondering, if I bought Matsuri instead of the two PC games that contain the 8 chapters, would the Onikakushi-hen of one be different than the other? Would I miss anything other than extra arcs?
Were the poems by Bernkastel changed in any way? Were there any new ones?
can you post the poems? please? ^^
i really like the poems
Hour 17: After playing what seemed to be a hybrid of onikakushi-hen and watanagashi-hen, it appears something different is going on in this arc. And finally, someone has died! This game is definitely not for casual fans.
Oh, I wish I could find screens for the artwork from this game. Some of the intense scenes were done really well.
So the Matsuri game doesn't have the arcs separated? Or is this just one of the new arcs that's reminiscent of those two?
I just finished Onikakushi-hen on the PC and was blown away - even though I knew what was coming and the lack of graphics, etc, it scared the crap out of me!
From what you're saying, it sounds like Matsuri is just as well done! ^^
Matsuri do have the arc seperated, in the 2nd half of the game that is. The first half is a hybrid of all the pre-festival (roughly speaking) events that occurs, and their occurance sometimes is determined by the choices you make.
Anyone want to take a shot at explaining why they renamed Kenta-kun to Randy-kun?
kenta is too close to kentucky i guess =/
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Report: Green Beret Killed in Mali Discovered SEALs' Illicit Scheme
Two Navy SEALs being investigated in the strangulation death of Army Sgt. Logan Melgar in Mali in June allegedly offered the Green Beret a cut of the military money they pocketed, but he refused, according to a report.
Melgar confronted the two Navy SEALs after discovering their alleged scheme, where they reportedly took money for themselves from a fund used to pay informants, the Daily Beast reported.
The two men tried to get Melgar to join the racket, but he declined the offer, the report said. Melgar later ended up dead in what appeared to be a strangulation.
Whether the SEALs were involved in the death remained unclear as the investigation continued. The commandos were initially described as "witnesses," but authorities later changed that to "persons of interest." Officials said Melgar's cause of death was "homicide by asphyxiation."
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Melgar, 34, was found dead June 4 at the U.S. Embassy housing he shared in Mali with several other special operations personnel working in West Africa on training and counterterrorism missions, the New York Times reported.
There have been no charges so far in connection with the homicide, but two member of SEAL Team 6 -- the famous counterterror unit that killed Osama Bin Laden in 2011 -- were placed on administrative leave, pending investigation, according to the Times.
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Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) announced today its financial results for the three months ending June 30, 2010. For the second quarter of 2010, DIB reported a net profit of AED 301 million, an increase of 50 per cent compared to AED 201 million in the first quarter of this year. Total income during this quarter increased to AED 1,108 million compared to AED 1,079 million in the first quarter of 2010.
The bank's total assets as of June 30, 2010, stood at AED 83.8 billion compared to AED 84.3 billion at December 31, 2010. Customer deposits stood at AED 64.8 billion compared to AED 64.2 billion as of December 31, 2009.
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Semi-random explorer.exe freeze-crashes
I had no idea where to put this, so I've chosen General.
I've had a major issue lately:
Every short once in a while, only when I open my primary partition Drive C, explorer.exe freezes and the only way out is to close it.
I have no idea why this occurs, and can only really tell that this closing also takes an enormous amount of time.
Any idea or direction as to why this is, and how to fix it, would be very appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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You may have a corrupted system file, so running the system file checker is probably a good place to start:
SFC /SCANNOW Command - System File Checker
A full anti-virus scan in Safe Mode won't do any harm. Malwarebytes is an excellent utility:
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The system file scan didn't bring anything up.
I'll give the the anti-virus scan a go during the night. Is Microsoft Security Essentials fine for this?
EDIT: Just happened again. I'm getting seriously annoyed at this.
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Restart Explorer This tutorial may offer some additional suggestions that you haven't tried. It was written for Vista but I believe the process in Win 7 is the same.
Have you tried the method below to close and restart Explorer.exe?
First go into Task Manager, Processes, highlight 'explorer.exe' and click on End Process. Then, to restart explorer.exe go back into Task Manager, and in File section, select New Task (Run). Type explorer.exe (or C:\Windows\explorer.exe) in the Run box (it may be there already). Below the command, it should say: This task will be run with Administrator privileges. Click Okay
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I have tried. It is literally a freeze-crash. It freezes, crashes and remains in a form of intermediate stasis for several minutes not responding to end process.
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Update: I have been able to verify that my primary harddisk, which has my Drive C in it, has no bad blocks, at least according to Windows Event Viewer.
Which brings me to a very basic question - how do I figure out what's causing this? Above is mentioned a diagnostics tool, but I have no idea what to do with that.
Meanwhile, I'm gonna ask the shop that handled my new CPU fan installation.
Another update:
I've tried for this issue in safe mode, it happened there too.
Windows Repair from my installation disk didn't impress it much either.
Any other ideas?
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Big Update:
Well, apparently, diagnostics didn't do it. I ran an Extended Test using the officially available Western Digital diagnostics tool.
That said, I officially have no idea what the issue is.
Any more pointers would be welcome.
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Are you by any chance running more than one anti-virus scanner at the same time?
You mentioned earlier that you are using MSE. Do you run Windows Updates each day to update any anti-virus defenitions for it?
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The MSE option to check for and download updates before every virus check is on.
I run only one anti virus at a given time, and got only MSE installed.
Semi-new development: While explorer.exe is crashing, so do some other programs. Mediamonkey always and now apparently Pidgin as well. They, too, cannot be ended from Task Manager and take a while to flush out.
Not sure if this means anything, but the Aero Alt+Tab isn't coming up, instead I get classic, after explorer.exe crashes.
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Did you try doing a System Restore to a point before all of this happened? If not, and if you have a Restore Point that dates before the problems, that's the first thing I would do.
If you can't do a System Restore, it seems to me like you need to think about doing a System Repair. If you choose to do a repair, create a Restore Point before you begin.
Here's some information on System Repair from our tutorials:
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I know that nightclubs and fashion boutiques can do very well abroad. I noticed an earlier post where someone mentioned that a man began a trading business in Brazil and became a millionaire before the age of 30. I would guess the trading involved importing goods from China and reselling them. I would also guess that it was because Brazil has prosperity and small business can do very well, especially in emerging markets.
Contracting for custom designed fashion and reselling them should do very well, especially in Europe where fashion is appreciated. I would guess that hiring web designers, graphic designers, and part-time programmers should also be very affordable abroad relative to the prices in the WW.
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Senegalese striker Demba Ba scored his fourth goal in three matches for West Ham here on Saturday as they coasted to an impressive 3-0 win over Stoke City in their Premier League clash.
Ba's goal along with Manuel da Costa and a second-half one from the outstanding Thomas Hitzlsperger saw the Hammers strike a psychological blow a week away from the two sides FA Cup quarter-final.
Victory also saw the Hammers move out of the bottom three as they made it a return of 11 points from the last 18 and are fourth from bottom a point ahead of League Cup winners Birmingham, who suffered a 3-1 defeat by West Brom earlier on Saturday.
Stoke, who pulled out of a deal to sign Ba after a medical during the January transfer window, will be looking anxiously at the relegation battle as defeat - a record sixth successive away Premier League loss - sees them lying in 12th, but only four points clear of Birmingham, who have two games in hand.
The hosts pretty much had the points in the bag by half-time with two goals in 10 minutes in the middle of the first-half.
Ba - who earlier this week was moved to dismiss claims that he had a bad attitude as claimed by his former coach at Hoffenheim - struck in the 21st minute as he shot sweetly home from Mark Noble's pass.
The Hammers added to Stoke's challenge eight minutes later as da Costa headed past Amir Begovic in the Stoke goal from German international midfielder Hitzlsperger's freekick.
West Ham's fine form of late has had much to do with the return to fitness of Hitzlsperger, who made a belated debut for the club less than a fortnight ago after being injured since he signed last June. The German formed a superb partnership with Scott Parker and they dominated the midfield battle here.
Begovic was far the busiest of the goalkeepers and saved smartly twice in a matter of minutes in the second-half from Carlton Cole - who was looking to celebrate his 150th start for the club with a goal.
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Dodgers' Path to the Postseason: Sept. 23, 2012
Dodgers' Path to the Postseason: Sept. 23, 2012
The Dodgers have nothing to celebrate. They dropped the game they picked up Friday night in the chase for the second NL Wild Card. They are third, trailing St. Louis by three games and Milwaukee by a half-game with 10 to play.
The Giants' victory over the Padres also officially eliminated the Dodgers from contention for the NL West title.
In the rubber match of the three-game series with the Reds, the Dodgers were uncertain whether to start Clayton Kershaw and his sore hip or Aaron Harang on three days' rest. Harang has a 5.50 ERA in three starts on three days' rest.
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If two clubs are tied for the two Wild Card berths, home-field advantage will be determined by the head-to-head record between the clubs. If the head-to-head record is tied, then the division record will be the next tiebreaker.
2012 postseason schedule
Wild Card playoff games: Oct. 5
Division Series: Oct. 6-12
AL Championship Series: Oct. 13-21
NL Championship Series: Oct. 14-22
World Series: Oct. 24-Nov. 1
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Deluding Ourselves to Disaster: Why We Fail to Act on the Climate Threat. Mark Jaccard School of Resource and Environmental Management Simon Fraser University February, 2012. Outline. The climate change threat and our motives for action
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The climate change threat and our motives for action
The details – emissions, concentrations, temperature, impacts
Political promises and their implications for energy & emissions
Reasons for the multi-decade failure to act, with focus on delusions
Personal and collective strategies for effective climate action
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Self-interest – each of us is inside the test tube of a global experiment that scientists say will have catastrophic impacts on us and our offspring.
Responsibility for the biosphere – climate change to cause mass extinctions.
Responsibility for other humans – rich countries developed by burning fossil fuels, yet initial impacts will be concentrated in poorer countries.
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Sources: IPCC, Energy Modeling Forum, Anderson & Bows, 2009
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Political leaders promise at Copenhagen in 2009 not to allow temperature increase to exceed 2°C.
Political leaders of most rich countries promise to reduce emissions 80% by 2050. Canada (Harper) promises 65%.
But even to achieve 550 ppm CO2e, global emissions must fall at least 50% by 2050 (if rich fall 80%, poor must fall 30%).
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Falling global emissions before 2020
550 CO2e target needs 50% global drop by 2050
Source: Bowan & Ranger, 2009
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Next 50 years?
CO2 emitting = 85%
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50% reduction from growing system requires 80% CO2-free globally
Only possible if all energy investment is CO2-free from today
15% in 2010
50% in 2030
80% in 2050
CO2-free energy share = biomass + other renewables + nuclear + fossil fuels with CCS
Source: Nakicenovic
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Electricity generation - 90% CO2-free by 2050
(renewables, fossil fuels with carbon capture and storage, nuclear).
Buildings - 85% CO2-free by 2050
(heat pumps, passive solar, biofuels, photovoltaics, solar hot water)
Vehicles - 80% CO2-free by 2050
(electric, biofuel, hydrogen)
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the case of Canada
Canadian government aggressively promotes tar sands expansion, including Keystone and Gateway pipelines.
Is the government's action consistent with its 2050 promise?
Independent research consistently says no.
E.g. MIT researchers model Canada's 2050 target and the global path to 550 CO2e – assess implications for tar sands over 40 years.
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2010-2050, higher cost / higher emission oil unprofitable under reduced oil demand and CO2e reduction policies
(regulations or charge of $100 /tCO2 by 2020, $200 by 2035).
Investments today in tar sands production and pipelines are inconsistent with Harper's promise to reduce emissions 65% by 2050 and with global achievement of 550 ppm CO2e.
The main reason for the demise of the oil sands industry with global CO2 policy is that the demand for oil worldwide drops substantially. … it can be met with conventional oil resources that entail less CO2 emissions in the production process."
- Chan et al., MIT, 2010
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World not on the path to 450 CO2e (=350 CO2).
World not on the path to 550 CO2e.
Canada not on a path to 65% reduction by 2050 (tar sands + pipeline investments = government not telling truth).
Canada / world locking on to path to 800 CO2e by 2100.
This path has catastrophic damages from extreme weather, disease, ecosystem destruction, sea level rise and ocean acidification – to be experienced by people who are alive today.
You, and especially your children.
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Global public good - individual initiatives of little value – need compliance enforcement mechanism
Delayed effects – must act now to prevent future impacts, but human decision-making often myopic (individual, market, politics).
Who pays - perceptions of equity aligned with self-interest (polluter pays vs equal payment per capita or GDP vs historical responsibility)
Uncertainty – complex earth-atmosphere system causes uncertainties, even though catastrophic outcome is virtually certain.
High starting costs – total transformation costs small, but high initial costs and risks to begin shift to CO2-free (renewables, CCS, nuclear)
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"It is difficult to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on his not understanding it." - Upton Sinclair
Exploiting anti-science bias – easier to convince people to disbelieve science when its conclusions conflict with their self-interest.
Exploiting anti-establishment bias – easier to convince people to disbelieve science by portraying IPCC as the establishment, which, conspiracy-like, forces all climate scientists to conform.
Exploiting anti-government bias – easier to convince people to resist climate policy if portrayed as excessive regulation, higher taxes, and "social engineering."
Greenwashing campaigns – creating alternative images to the reality of GHG pollution – "clean coal," "clean natural gas," "ethical oil"
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If we don't take these characteristics into account, we will fail to motivate effective individual and political action on climate change.
Ironically, there are delusions associated both with those who don't want to act on climate and those who do.
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Canada is responsible for 2% of global CO2 emissions.
In World War II, Canada was responsible for 2% of the Allied effort that defeated Germany and Japan.
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Question for elementary school students. What happens when your job creation strategy destroys the planet?
Economic growth has been used often to justify harm.
Low carbon growth will be more energy-secure, cleaner, safer, quieter and more bio-diverse. Low-carbon growth is the future growth story. High-carbon growth, on the other hand, will destroy itself.
– Nicholas Stern
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No use of fossil fuels
extremely difficult
fossil fuels with CCS
burning fossil fuels
CCS = carbon capture & storage
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Corporate social responsibility as solution – but businesses ultimately compete on the basis of bottom-line and fossil fuels are cheap
Green consumerism as solution – but virtually all human expenditures of income involve energy use at some stage
Energy efficiency is cheap as solution – but usually it is more expensive and inconvenient than simply burning fossil fuels
Peak oil and high energy prices as solution – but the earth's crust has a scary plentitude of fossil fuels and humans keep innovating to find and extract more
Carbon neutrality as solution – but most carbon offsets pay people for reductions they would have made and thus don't divert from our trajectory of rising emissions – "false sense of progress"
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Steve Groves, SFU – 2009
45 energy using devices
15 energy using devices
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Information and subsidies do not work – 20 years of evidence.
Economists insist on emissions pricing for economic efficiency (carbon tax and/or cap-and-trade), but this is difficult politically.
Yet successful environmental policies have been mostly regulations that require phase-out of undesired technologies and fuels (acid rain, smog, lead, ozone-depleting emissions, etc.).
Design regulations (and pricing) to be efficient – e.g., BC's carbon tax and BC's zero-emission electricity policy.
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(and perhaps is lying)
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Men's wallets help owners keep their cash, cards, and photos safe and organised. These products are designed from a variety of materials, and canvas is one of the most durable and lightweight options available. Canvas can also be stylish, and is produced in many different colours. Buyers can find a broad selection of wallet designs, including bifolds and trifolds. Bifold wallets hold fewer items, but tend to be slimmer, while trifolds have several pouches and slots for organising cards and cash. The orientation of a wallet can also be an important consideration. Vertical and horizontal wallets are suitable for different types of users, so understand the differences between them for the best fit. Consider the types of fasteners and closing mechanisms used on a wallet, and inspect the item's construction to find long-lasting products that can provide many years of use.
Canvas wallets can be purchased from department and clothing stores, as well as online retailers. Marketplaces like eBay provide buyers with many opportunities to purchase used and new wallets from both private and commercial sellers. Shop around to find the best prices and products, and choose canvas wallets that suit the wearer's style and needs.
Choosing Canvas Wallets
Wallets are often overlooked as an accessory in men's wardrobes. Though many buyers simply look for a wallet that can hold money and cards, the specific design of an item can actually improve the wearer's comfort and increase ease of use. A great-looking wallet can also add style to a wardrobe, and reflect the wearer's lifestyle. Consider the materials, design, and style of canvas wallets.
Types of Canvas
Canvas wallets can be made from several different materials, including traditional fabrics like cotton and linen, as well as nylon, twill, and vinyl. Many canvas wallets made from hemp are also available. In some cases, the specific materials may not be indicated, and a wallet's label may only indicate that it is canvas. In all cases, buyers should attempt to feel the texture of the canvas to get a feel for its durability and quality.
Wallets can vary greatly in their folding style and orientation. There are two popular folding styles, including bifold and trifold. Wallets can also be either vertically or horizontally-oriented. Small wallets are also available, and have a minimal design. Choose the wallet style that is most suitable for the tastes and needs of its user.
Bifold wallets have two sections connected by a single hinge. This type of wallet is the most popular design for wallets, and offers users simplicity for organising their cards and money. The relatively limited space of bifold wallets encourages users to keep the number of business cards, receipts, and other non-essentials to a minimum. Look for bifold canvas wallets for efficient wallet use.
Buyers who tend to collect business cards, photos, receipts, and other pieces of paper in their wallets should consider a trifold. These wallets have three sections and two hinges. The additional space in these wallets can be used for a higher number of bank cards, credit cards, and other materials. Be sure to close a trifold wallet in the same way each time to help it develop a natural and comfortable shape in the pocket.
Wallets designed to be kept in a back pocket have a horizontal orientation, and are often referred to as billfolds. These products are wider than they are tall. Horizontal wallets are typically designed with a long top opening used for cash, along with several vertical slots and side pouches for holding credit and business cards. These products can typically hold more than vertical wallets, making them suitable for users who like to keep everything together in one place.
Vertical wallets are taller than they are wide, and are meant to be carried in a breast pocket. As a result, they are commonly called breast wallets. These items tend to have fewer slots and pouches for cards than horizontal wallets, and many do not have the long opening at their top for cash. Instead, the slim design of vertical wallets encourages users to keep their cash secure in a money clip, usually kept in a separate pocket. Choose vertical wallets for holding essential-only items like credit cards and a bank card, along with a few other cards, and keep everything else separate.
A variation of the breast wallet is the travel wallet, which is larger and meant to store a high number of cards and papers. These wallets are ideal for travelling to other countries, as they are large enough to hold several forms of identification, a passport, boarding pass, and other essential papers and cards. Due to their size, travel wallets are normally kept in a bag.
Small Wallets
A third kind of wallet is also available. Known as small wallets, these items have a minimal design and are meant to hold only essential items like bills and a couple of cards. The most popular of these is the flap wallet, which is built as a single section with a flap that folds over and is secured to the front. These wallets typically have only a single compartment, so they are the ideal choice for men who like to keep their wallets light.
Coin Wallets
Some wallets are designed as a single pouch for holding loose change. These coin wallets are an easy way to keep coins organised and out of the way of keys and other items in an owner's pocket. In some cases, coin wallets may even include a slot for holding an identification card and a credit card or two.
Colours and Design
Canvas wallets can be produced in several different styles and colours. Choosing the best-looking wallet is ultimately a matter of personal choice, though there are some things to keep in mind while shopping. In general, bold colours are best left to wearers with colourful wardrobes. Most buyers can do well with a black, brown, or beige wallet that can work well with any type of clothing.
Look for wallets with a trim, as it helps the canvas material hold together, and is better than stitching alone. Many high-end canvas wallets have a leather trim that is both durable and visually appealing.
Though many wallets simply fold shut, some can be clasped or fastened shut. The primary types of fasteners include velcro, buttons, and snaps. Each of these has its benefits and drawbacks, so choose the type that is most suitable for the user. The following table offers some considerations for each type of fastener.
Fastener Type
Velcro can be an easy and convenient fastener, though it can also wear out over time. Velcro tends to accumulate bits of lint and other materials that can reduce its effectiveness, as well, and it can be difficult to clean.
Zippers are another quick and easy way to close up a wallet. This is an ideal option for coin wallets and travel wallets. Look for metal zippers when possible, as these will last longer than plastic.
Buttons can be a better option than velcro for long term use, though it is important to find wallets with quality stitching to hold the button to the canvas. Also, be aware that large buttons can cause a wallet to become uncomfortable in a back pocket while sitting down for extended periods of time.
Snaps are one of the most durable options for holding a wallet closed, though they can be difficult to use if a wallet is overly full.
How to Buy Canvas Wallets on eBay
All types of canvas wallets are available for purchase on eBay. An easy way to begin shopping for these products is to type "canvas wallet" into the search field on the homepage. Search results can be refined by adding additional terms or by clicking on any of the category options that appear in the results page. For example, to search for black canvas wallets, add "black" to your existing keywords, or find the category option for colours and select black.
Take the time to read item listings before committing to a purchase. Look for the full price of the item, and be sure to check the seller's shipping charges. Sellers also list their accepted payment methods in an item listing, so be prepared to pay in one of the designated ways to ensure a smooth transaction. Read item descriptions for information about the materials, design, and condition of a wallet.
Click on a seller's name in an item listing to see the user's full eBay profile. There, you can view the seller's positive feedback rating, number of completed transactions, and information left by previous buyers. This includes ratings based on criteria like shipping speeds and accuracy of item descriptions, as well as comments about specific transactions. Once you have received your wallet, return to eBay to leave feedback for the seller. This helps inform future buyers, and also provides sellers with information that can help them improve their performance in the future. Many users operate like retail stores, and are happy to work toward a resolution of any problem that may arise during the sale, so contact the seller before leaving negative feedback.
Wallets are an important, but often overlooked, accessory in a man's wardrobe. Canvas wallets are all-purpose items that can be durable, water resistant, and stylish. They are produced in a wide range of designs to suit the tastes of individual buyers. The two primary styles for wallets are bifold and trifold. Trifold wallets can carry more items, but are also bulkier. Wallets can also be oriented to a vertical or horizontal position. Horizontal wallets, or billfolds, are meant to fit in a back pocket, and can typically hold more than vertical items. Breast and travel wallets are vertically oriented. Breast wallets tend to be slim, and can be used in conjunction with a money clip. Travel wallets are large enough to hold passports and other essential items for traveling abroad.
Canvas wallets can be purchased from department and clothing stores, as well as a variety of online retailers. Marketplaces like eBay are a great way to search for a variety of products, and include both private and commercial sellers. Consider the design and appearance of canvas wallets to find the best products available, and begin shopping to add a quality accessory to a wardrobe.


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July 7th, 2003, 11:58 PM #1
Has anyone noticed Target changed there program? Hmm I think that sucks, They Need to start out at 10% and return days should be 30. I emailed them and ask them about it, haven't heard from them yet.
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5% on sales up to $2500
6% on sales $2501-$5000
7% on sales $5000+
Increase in return days
We've increased our return days from 3 to 5.
Decrease in Payment Threshold
Our new payment threshold is $10 - that's down from $50! This means you only need to earn $10 in any month to get a check.
Retailers reaping rewards on Web
July 8th, 2003, 07:52 AM #2
Well it is better than it was. What I don't like is their 10% off coupon. It says click for details and links to the front page. Where are the details? Many people will just get confused and leave. Why doesnt it just say enter code at check out?
July 8th, 2003, 07:16 PM #3
Ohh, this is the "exciting" changes they were talking about.
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Speaker of the House and Wisconsin Representative Paul Ryan is set to formally rule out any possibility he will run for president in 2016, reports say.
According to Politico, the one-time GOP vice presidential candidate will appear at the Republican National Committee's headquarters in Washington D.C. to hold a press conference Tuesday at 3:15 PM. He is expected to definitively rule out a dark horse run for president in what many are expecting to be a contested GOP convention this coming June.
Ryan has said numerous times he is not interested in running for president this year. In March, for instance, Ryan said he wasn't looking to become the nominee at the convention.
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"I've been really clear about this," the Speaker said. "If you want to be president, you should run for president. We should select our nominee from among the people who are running for president. Clear and simple. So no, I am not going to be the president. I am not going to be the nominee."
"I am not going to become the president through Cleveland," he said.
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But rumors have persisted that he is secretly vying for the nomination behind closed doors. His protestations haven't tamped down speculation at all because not long after his most recent denial, a Drudge headline claimed Ryan had released his "first campaign commercial" for 2016.
The commercial in question was a 43-second ad about uniting America released on April 8.
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"What really bothers me the most about politics these days is this notion of identity politics: that we're going to win an election by dividing people, rather than inspiring people," Ryan says in his video.
Many thought the commercial was aimed at floating a Ryan dark horse candidacy at the coming GOP convention.
Despite the fact Ryan is set to officially rule himself out for the 2016 nomination, rumors persist. In fact, on the same day Ryan is going to say he isn't in the hunt for the White House there is a new op ed in The Week insisting the Speaker is still very interested in the White House, but for 2020 instead of 2016.
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The Special Needs Trust Fairness Act, a bill that would correct a decades-old error in federal law that prohibits people with special needs from creating their own special needs trusts, has passed out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, bringing it one step closer to passage.Under current law, if a person with special needs wants to place her own property or money into a special needs trust in order to preserve it and maintain access to government benefits, she must have a parent, grandparent, guardian or court create the trust for her; she can`t create the trust on her own. This process makes it unnecessarily difficult for people with few close relatives or limited access to the courts to preserve their assets.The Special Needs Trust Fairness Act would correct this oversight and allow a person with special needs to create a special needs trust on her own, without having to rely on family members. Now that the bill has passed out of committee, it needs to be voted on by the full House of Representatives. Since a companion bill passed the Senate last fall, passage by the House makes it much more likely that the Act will actually become law.
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Participate in Bucks County's premier fundraising event and help make the 42nd Bucks County Designer House & Gardens a huge success!
The 128-page guidebook provided to each visitor is essential to their tour experience as it includes a history of the estate, descriptions of the rooms and gardens – and your well-placed advertisement. Readers follow the pages as they tour, take notes in the margins and keep the guide as a memento and advertiser reference resource. Your ad will have excellent visibility.
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[Column] Bob Koigi: Culture oils the wheels of any successful business
What makes a company grow? And how do we determine the growth of a company? Is it its impressive financial results? The storms it has weathered? Its expansion portfolio?
Just what makes a company tick? At the face of it, it may seem like an ABC question. Of course companies need sales, growth, customers, revenue and eventually profit, that is the perfection definition of a growing company. Or is it?
Sitting with entrepreneurs from across East Africa at an investors conference everyone went round and round in giving the ingredients of success and growth of a company. And they were right. Because every business has its ethos, its guiding principles, its vision through which they hinge their success and growth. But nothing beats the essence of a culture. For businesses and their drivers, the staff, have to drive it based on a philosophy and a way of doing things, and it is this way of doing this, the culture if you may, that will drive sales, win customers and spur growth.
In fact according to a survey of senior executives at major African companies, 91 percent of 1,200 executives agreed that "culture is as important as strategy for business success." Building an entrepreneurial and productive culture is essential to building a successful and a great company. It is also critically important in weathering the inevitable dark days and maximizing opportunities presented when things are going well.
In this article, I will share the principles you can utilize to build an amazing productive culture for your company.
But cultures dont just happen, they are made to happen. Culture is not built by giving employees a handbook with nice phrases no one can repeat. Everyone in the company, from the CEO on down , needs to constantly apply the values in their day to day activities and explicitly highlight when these values are being used as a guiding light in decision making..
A good leader encourages and challenges everyone in the company to think about the ideas that can significantly benefit the customers, partners and employees. They make sure that they can talk directly to the potential implementers or have the ability to easily connect with the right decision makers and get a quick follow-up. Any friction in the process will kill the idea generation and submission process. In our company, employees can submit ideas directly to the CEO or other execs and we make sure to follow-up on the same day.
Finally, invest heavily in training and mentorship and create opportunities for all employees to learn, to grow in responsibilities, to contribute and to be recognized. As a result of our collective efforts, we have created a culture that our employees love and over 40 percent of new hires come from employee referrals.
Culture building is not one time activity but needs constant attention and iteration.
Building a winning culture requires regular and sincere effort by the entire leadership team, but it is essential to create a great company.
Multiple award winning Kenyan journalist Bob Koigi is Chief Editor East Africa at Africa Business Communities


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Wolf seems to be a very ambiguous character. We often heard about it in fairy tales and legends as a terrible beast and we should be afraid of it. Well, you'd better be afraid of ignorance, because in mythology wolves symbolize family, education, collaboration, insight. They teach people not to be indifferent, to be able to listen and understand, to preserve relationships and love.
We all know women are different from man because of their patience and endurance, ability to listen and find the right way, and to direct energy. Women's power is in their unearthly love to what surrounds her: her man, parents, children, work. If a woman really loves, she will love selflessly, strongly and forever.
In some legends wolf symbolizes leadership, loyalty and commitment, and at the same time freedom. Our T-shirt "Steel Wolf" was created for the women who don't love compromises. The color and the wolf pose will tell that you are a great keeper of your family and will fight for your happiness.
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Medieval Fantasy Accessories for Genesis 3 Female(s)
With everything from tiaras to shoes and boots, this set of 3D accessories for the Genesis 3 Female will help fill out a fantasy wardrobe. The set includes shoes, boots, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, tiaras, belts, purses, broach, headpiece and veil.
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