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Might & Magic: Heroes VI Updated Q&A - Alignment and The Future of Might & Magic
"Might & Magic: Heroes VI will offer meaningful story-driven choices and also tie together the new Might & Magic universe. Producer Erwan Le Breton explains."
Might & Magic: Heroes VI is, as the name implies, the sixth game in the Heroes turn-based strategy series (formerly known as Heroes of Might & Magic). While the series was originally developed by New World Computing and published by 3DO, neither company exists anymore. The only game in town for Might & Magic is Ubisoft, and the publisher's ambitious new plans for universe include uniting several different games with a shared lore and shared world. And the next game, Heroes VI, will not only expand on the turn-based strategy we've come to expect from the series, but it will also offer a persistent online character development system known as the Conflux. It will also further develop the lore of the new Might & Magic universe with an in-depth story that uses an alignment-based reputation system to track your character's penchant for war or peace. Producer Erwan Le Breton covers these and other topics for us here.
GameSpot: We've already had a chance to experience the blood and tears system in Heroes VI. Tell us more about this feature--why incorporate this system and what does it add to the game?
Erwan Le Breton: With [Heroes VI], we really wanted to reinforce the already-important role-playing game facet of the game. We also wanted players to truly be able to build the hero characters that would reflect their most favorite style of play. So in Heroes VI, players are in complete control over the skills they can get for their heroes. When heroes level up, they receive skill points that the player can spend in various skill families.
Also, the separate might and magic classes are returning for each faction, like in Heroes III and IV. On top of that, we are introducing a new system we call reputation. Time and again, players will be faced with a very important reputation choice between two different moral paths: the path of Dragon Tears and the path of Dragon Blood. This is not a good-versus-evil dichotomy but, rather, a dynamic concept of conflicting perspectives.
Blood heroes will be proactive and focus on offense, while Tears heroes will be more reactive and defensive.
Imagine, for instance, that your hero stumbles upon an innocent person being assaulted by a robber. The Blood hero will chase and attack the robber to prevent him from causing more harm. The Tears hero will interpose himself between the robber and the victim. He will try to intimidate or persuade the robber and comfort the victim.
The reputation system is obviously intimately linked to the game's overall story arc, but it also changes the appearance of your heroes and it grants them specific gameplay benefits. As such, reputation is also meaningful in multiplayer.
Although reputation mechanics are also found in other games, we feel that by mixing story, graphics, and gameplay, our system is truly unique and something never before seen in a strategy game.
GS: How much will the game experience change for players who decide to invest heavily in either alignment? Different item, skill, or magic spell unlocks, for instance?
EL: In Heroes VI, players can evolve their heroes into advanced classes that have two unique abilities, including one ultimate ability. Access to these classes is not based on a specific combination of skills but, rather, on your reputation choices.
For instance, a might hero from the haven faction will start as a knight and can later evolve into a paladin (Tears) or a vindicator (Blood). Your hero's path will strongly influence your player's experience. In terms of storytelling, it will unlock special quests on each campaign map, different companion heroes, and a unique epilogue map linked to your path. [Your alignment] will also grant you access to specific reputation abilities--there will be eight per faction--linked to the advanced classes.
Another gameplay consequence of the reputation system is that most of the hero abilities are also defined by their affinity with one reputation path or the other. The higher your ranking in this path, the more powerful your related abilities become. For instance, healing (a light spell) will be influenced by your Tears rating, whereas fireball (a fire spell) will be influenced by your Blood rating.
Finally, some of the rarest and most powerful artifacts in the game are reputation specific. Many quests will offer a reputation choice, and they will reward you with the appropriate reputation points. Most in-game actions will also award reputation points. For instance, if your enemies flee before your powerful army, choosing to let them escape will grant you Tears points. Chasing them down to kill them will give you Blood points. More generally, using Tears abilities will grant you Tears points, and the same goes for Blood. These gains are not mutually exclusive. Your Blood and Tears ratings are not codependent and you never lose the reputation points you've gained. When you reach a certain Blood or Tears threshold, you're offered the choice of evolving into the corresponding advanced class.
GS: How will the Blood and Tears alignment system affect a player's experience with the persistent character information in Heroes VI's online Conflux mode?
EL: When creating your heroes, your initial choices (faction, gender, and affinity for either might or magic) are permanent, so they become persistent character information when transferred to your dynasty (the hero section of the Conflux online mode). This is not the case for reputation. Reputation was designed as a more organic measurement of your choices--something that you build up as you play and that you can change from one game session to another or even within the same mission. As such, your dynasty heroes are not defined by their reputation.
GS: We've seen that Heroes VI's campaign seems even more focused on story and characters than the previous game. Why go in this direction? Is Heroes VI intended to lay the foundation for a larger story in future Might & Magic games?
EL: The Might & Magic games have always been story driven. But we really wanted to push it further with Heroes VI. For that effect, we have built a team of five writers with different areas of expertise (story structure, integration with game and level design, dialogue writing, creativity, and so on). The story of Heroes V served as the foundation for its two add-ons and our other Might & Magic games: Dark Messiah, Clash of Heroes, and Heroes Kingdoms. Let's just say that we're being even more ambitious with the story of Heroes IV.
GS: We've seen several elements of Heroes VI make direct references to other Ubisoft Might & Magic games (such as Clash of Heroes) through music, different unit types, and certain skills and abilities. Is it fair to say that Heroes VI is intended to unify all the elements (characters, story, lore, factions, and so on) of Ubisoft's Might & Magic universe?
EL: You may have noticed that the game is now called Might & Magic: Heroes VI. This refers to the fact that all our Might & Magic games will share the same universe (the world of Ashan) but also the same guidelines--the same commandments in a sense. This unification was already started with Heroes V, but you are right in saying that it is clearly more obvious with Heroes VI, considering that we can now make direct references to the various Might & Magic Ashan games that have already been published.
GS: What's next for the Heroes series after Heroes VI? Any chance of an expansion or a full-on sequel in the future? Branching out onto other platforms?
EL: What I can tell you is that Might & Magic does not stop with Heroes VI. If I say any more than that, my nights will be haunted by hooded assassins, my days plagued by Raving Rabbids…I'll be forced to wear the cursed red shoes that will make me Just Dance to death.
GS: Finally, is there anything else you'd like to add about Might & Magic: Heroes VI? Without the product placement, please.
EL: In spite of its long gestation period and the inevitable turbulence on the long way from concept to release, Heroes VI has been to us--Ubisoft and Black Hole Studios--a labor of love. Now that the precious gem is finally cut, shaped, and polished, we're truly proud of it. We are especially honored that the game's release coincides with the 25th anniversary of Might & Magic, and we hope that the fans of this legendary series, as well as the newcomers who saw the light and leaned closer to discover its source, will feel the passion we've poured into our craft!
GS: Thanks, Erwan.
Posted on Sep 27, 2011
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A baroque architect, Romano Carapecchia, was primarily a water engineer who was brought to Malta to assess the provision of water in a fortified and enclosed city, in the event of a siege. He was one of the first architects to bring the baroque style to Malta.
He is known for drawings of the underground system of Valletta, designing the Cappella Ardente at St John's Cathedral, the internal designs of the Grandmaster's Palace, and was responsible for the building of Manoel Theatre.
In 1726, Romano Carapecchia also designed the magnificent catafalque which was to celebrate the extraordinary principate of the Portuguese Grand Master Fra Antonio Manoel de Vilhena.
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Kerio describes Workspace as a server software solution for businesses that allows teams to spend less time trying to find documents and files, and more time collaborating on them. Collaborative working is not a new idea. In fact, many have tried and many have failed to provide products that can streamline workflow and make projects run that bit more smoothly.
Workspace enables users to contribute to any number of projects simultaneously. No matter where they are in the world, as long as they have access to a computer they can work.
Once the software is installed on your server, a very simple task, you can get on with adding users and creating your project. The interface is fairly basic and users who like their pretty Mac OS X interface might find it a touch alien, but there's no denying the underlying flexibility and power of the Workspace system.
As with all collaborative working software it all depends on how well it fits your working practices. If you're starting from scratch with a new concept then bending to the Kerio Workspaces workflow is simple. If, however, you have an existing structure and methodology, even if it's a less streamlined one, then fitting Workspace into your system will be more difficult.
Dull though the interface may seem it belies a very comprehensive and useful tool for group tasks
Though Kerio Workspace is simple to use there'll still be an initial training cost and this should be factored into your costs too. Currently Kerio Workspace is £105 for a five seat licence, which we think is excellent value for money, as long as you invest the time to learn the full potential of the app.
Some minor gripes about the interface aside Kerio Workspace is a very flexible and, potentially, money saving tool. If you have a team that all work remotely, or have lost control of your workflow, then Workspace is certainly worth a look.


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Starbucks Fair Trade Challenge
October 13, 2005
October is Fair Trade Month 2005, and "GreenLAGirl" has put together a "Starbucks Challenge" to see just how serious your local Starbucks outlet is about their published commitment to produce Fair Trade coffee on demand for anyone who asks for it.
"According to its own policy (PDF), Starbucks will make fair trade coffee for you, any day of the week, in the 23 countries it is licensed to including: Australia, Austria, Canada, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, the U.K. and the U.S.
But just how easy is it to get a fair trade coffee in a Starbucks in one of those countries?
We aim to find out.
Join the challenge:
1) Simply visit your local Starbucks and ask: "Could I get a cup of fair trade coffee?"
2) Tell us what happened next. Was it hard or easy to get a cup? You can see our first posts here."
Bloggers can report their results by tagging their posts on del.icio.us with the tag "starbuckschallenge"; non-bloggers can find e-mail instructions here.
It sounds like fun, it's for a worthy cause, and there's even a prize.
I don't have a lot of excuses to go into Starbucks anymore, but this seems like a great reason to make an exception. Apparently you've got to be rather insistent if it doesn't happen to be their coffee of the day/week, but if you insist they should offer to make you a cup via French Press, which is liable to be better than their normal drip brew anyway.


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Meet the Team
William H. Schnieders
Bill is the founder of SCM, along with his son Jim. He has spent forty years in the investment industry; as a broker, analyst,and a portfolio manager. He is a graduate of Loyola High School, and later graduated from UC Berkeley, where he majored in finance. He received his MBA from New York University's graduate school at night, after two years of service in the military.
Bill began his investment career with Dean Witter in New York, and later became a partner with BWA Associates in Los Angeles. After BWA was purchased in the early 70's, Bill joined Smith Barney as Vice President of their portfolio advisory group. During this time, Bill was also involved as an adjunct professor of finance at the Pepperdine graduate school of business administration. In 1984, Bill joined Paine Webber as a Senior Vice President, Investments, and a Senior Portfolio manager for their portfolio management group, where he has been employed until the founding of SCM.
James F. Schnieders, CFA
Prior to helping found SCM, Jim worked at William O'Neil + Co Inc. for nine years. William O'Neil is a highly regarded institutional investment firm and owners of one of the world's largest equity research databases. While at O'Neil, Jim specialized in providing investment research, ideas, and advice to some of the top financial institutions in the United States and Asia. Jim graduated with honors from UCLA and has also earned a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation. Jim is a member of the CFA Institute and has been involved with the Los Angeles Society of Financial Analysts.
John C. Schnieders, CFA, CFP
John Schnieders CFA, CFP, joined Schnieders Capital Management in a principal capacity on 7/1/06. John will be helping Bill and Jim manage your portfolio's going forward. John is familiar with SCM's overall structure and services as he has been an advisor to the firm as a William O'Neil representative since SCM's founding. Before joining Schnieders Capital Management, John worked for 12 years at William O'Neil & Company, which is an institutional investment advisor, as well as the parent company of the Investors Business Daily newspaper. While at William O'Neil & Company, John worked for over two years as an analyst directly with the company's founder Bill O'Neil, and for eight years advising institutional clients in the United States and Canada on the composition and allocation of investment portfolios. John holds a CFA or Chartered Financial Analyst designation. Furthermore, John is also a CFP® or Certified Financial Planner and looks forward to helping SCM clients in their personal financial areas. John completed his undergraduate course work at UCLA where he earned Magna Cum Laude honors.
Wanda Bautista, firstname.lastname@example.com
Most of our existing clients will know Wanda for her always upbeat attitude and cheerful disposition. Wanda is highly organized and does a great job of handling many different tasks, including day to day client requests. Previously, Wanda had worked as Bill's executive assistant at UBS Paine Webber. Prior to working at UBS Paine Webber, Wanda worked in the administration office at Pacific Alliance Hospital.
Sue Bryant, firstname.lastname@example.com
Sue Bryant joined Schnieders Capital Management in September 2002. Sue is a highly-skilled professional, proficient in most computer software programs, who opens new accounts, updates cost basis, and assists in client services. She brings much administrative experience to Schnieders Capital Management. Sue worked at UBS Paine Webber as a Client Service Associate from May 2000 to September 2002.
Stacey Alexander-Dunajski
Stacey joined Schnieders Capital Management in 2014 and assists in administration, back office support, and client request. Stacey currently resides in Pasadena and graduated from Cal State University Fullerton in 2012 with a BFA in Art.
Zoe Pandazos-Evans, email@example.com
Zoe Evans joined Schnieders Capital Management in February 2018 and assists with adminstration, back office support, client requests and opens new accounts. Zoe graduated from UCLA with a BA in Political Science and also has an MBA from Pepperdine's Graziadio School of Business and Management. Zoe has over 12 years of experience in the financial industry and extensive knowledge in project manangement.


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Apple - AppleCare Protection Plan for iPhone (MC265FE/C)
Protection for your iPhone
- Do you want to protect your iPhone from uncertainties of life? Then get the AppleCare Protection Plan MC265FE/C that extends your phone's protection for 2 years.
- The AppleCare is registered with Apple Online by the dealer from where you purchase.
- It provides security to the hardware and software of your iPhone against damage.
- The AppleCare provides a Proof of Coverage Certificate to authenticate your product.
Tech and Hardware protection
- The AppleCare provides you tech support along with protection to your software and hardware including the accessories.
- It is the one stop destination for any problem related to your iPhone.
- You can opt for the Postal repair feature where you can send your faulty device to the store in a pre-paid shipping box.
- You can also opt for the Carry-in Repair where you can walk in to any Apple store or any other Apple authorised service centre to fix your iPhone.
- The AppleCare resolves all issues related to labour or hardware and if need be, it also provides replacement coverage.
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- For any software related problems like wireless connectivity, KeyNote, FaceTime, iOS, iCloud or any other software or application, the AppleCare is here to help.
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The other day we posted about this cool Heineken ad campaign where Heineken approach travelers at the airport and they offer them a free airplane trip to any where in the world. But only if they agree to wherever this travel roulette lands on. Check it out here.
One of the first travelers (or guinea pigs?) ended up in Morocco. So the question is now, will the traveller live a lavish life of 5 star Moroccan hotels, North African Beaches, Tour Guides, etc? Or….just check it out and enjoy!


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"To provide all undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, regardless of academic degree, with the essential career development mind-set and hands-on experience vital to obtain professional entertainment networking connections, internships, and job opportunities within both the creative and business ends of the entertainment industry."
Article I - Name
The Business Careers in Entertainment Club TM (BCEC).
Article II - Membership
BCEC has no size limitation on the number of members. To become a member of the club, the person must be an undergraduate student on the
Indiana University Bloomington Campus, and be enthusiastic towards finding careers in business end of the entertainment industry. BCEC
encourages entrance of any student of any racial and religious background.
To maintain membership in BCEC, a student must join at least one of the eight committees, and pay a bi-annual fee of $25 towards club purposes. Also, a member must attend at least 50% of committee meetings in a semester in order to be considered active members.
After one semester of less than 50% committee meeting attendance, members will be warned and allowed a probationary semester to maintain membership. After a second semester of inactivity, members will be notified of their dismissal from the club and their website username will b eeliminated from the database.
Prospective members may attend one of each committee meeting before paying membership.
Article III - Officer Duties and Terms
President (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for overseeing the duties of club executives.
- Responsible for representing the club to all external sources as a spokesperson.
- Responsible for preparing meeting executive and mass meeting agendas.
- Responsible for running mass and executive meetings.
Executive Vice President (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for overseeing and representing the president when he or she is unavailable.
- Responsible for assisting the president in preparing meeting agendas.
- Responsible for assisting the president in running mass and executive meetings.
- Responsible for representing the executives and their views to the president for consideration in agenda setting and proposal writing.
- Responsible for taking and distributing minutes for the executive meetings.
Vice President of Finance (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for overseeing, with the President, the formation of yearly, monthly and weekly budgets.
- Responsible for handling the organization's monetary accounts.
- Responsible for financial information regarding the feasibility of projects.
- Responsible for collecting yearly dues from club members.
- Responsible for work with the Vice President of Fundraising to coordinate fundraising campaigns and identify a need for $X amount of money.
- Responsible for being able to answer any question and continually update the organization concerning its financial accounts and financial status.
- Responsible for whenever money is involved.
Vice President of Fundraising (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for the club's SAO (Student Activities Office) account. Requesting money from SAO.
- Responsible for requesting money from IUSA (Indiana University Student Association).
- Responsible for organizing fundraising events such as car washes, dances, pizza sales, etc…
- Coordinates with Vice President of Finance on all topics dealing with club funds.
Vice President of Membership (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for keeping track of executive attendance at executive meetings.
- Responsible for keeping track of all club members' attendance at meetings.
- Responsible for informing members of their lack of commitment, etc…
- Responsible for screening potential members and helps them become acquainted with club activities and policies.
- Responsible for handling induction of new members, such as passing out contact lists, constitution copies, Internet passwords, etc…
- Responsible for organizing and assigning the members to committees upon consent of committee directors.
- Responsible for serving as mediator in any membership problems that arise.
- Responsible for organizing weekly meetings as of spring semester 2002.
- Responsible for organizing and running the elections for the executive positions
Vice President of Publicity (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for media relations, such as contacting media and acting as representative to the press
- Responsible for overseeing campus publicity for club events, such as mass meetings, social activities, community service activities,and club events.
- Responsible for writing the section of the website encouraging membership and updating/advertising club activities.
- Responsible for writing updates for executive relations--that is, sends updates to alumni board.
Vice President of Community Service (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for representing club to volunteer program administrators.
- Responsible for managing/helping develop incentives for service involvement.
- Responsible for being in charge of setting up and running any service activities for the club.
Vice President of History (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for photography of club events.
- Responsible for helping to organize the club archives in collaboration with the President and Vice President.
- Responsible for compiling all newspaper articles and club photos into a scrapbook.
Vice President of Club Events (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for booking rooms for executive meetings, committee meetings, mass meetings, and guest speakers.
- Responsible for organizing social activities for members and executives.
- Responsible for having knowledge of all reservation details at his or her disposal concerning club events planned by directors or VPs.
- Responsible for overall coordination of club field trips and events (both social and promotional).
Directors (2 semesters starting in the fall, and depending on the membership of committee, may have more than one director, pending an executive decision):
- Responsible for running and managing committee meetings to be relevant and helpful to committee members.
- Responsible for handling alumni contacts and recruit speakers.
- Responsible for delegating work to committee members, while taking responsibility for their progress.
- Responsible for monitoring relations between members and alumni executives to ensure that members represent the club well. (For example, members submitting a list of interview questions to be reviewed by the Committee Director).
- Responsible for arranging one site visit for field trips per year.
- Responsible for representing committee members (and their wishes) in executive meetings.
- Responsible for assisting other directors, VPs, and the President where help is needed.
- Responsible for arranging for speakers to present at committee, executive, and mass meetings.
- Responsible for creating a network with alumni and others within their specific industry.
- Responsible for aiding in finding internship opportunities for members of the committee.
- Responsible for reporting weekly progress to the executive board.
- Responsible for helping to recruit and choose members for the club for specific committees.
- Responsible for reporting what happened at previous committee meetings to the executive council.
List of Directors (Duties and terms described above):
- Director of Film Committee
- Director of Gaming Committee (Casinos and Video Games)
- Director of Music Committee
- Director of Publishing Committee
- Director of Radio Committee
- Director of Sports Committee
- Director of Television Committee
- Director of Performing Arts Committee
Webmaster (2 semesters starting in the fall):
- Responsible for construction and maintenance of the club website.
- Responsible for helping to organize the club archives in collaboration with the President and Executive Vice President.
Article IV - Executive Election and Voting Procedures
Committee Director Elections
- To run for committee director, candidates must have one semester of membership in that committee.
- Committee Directors will be elected only by that committee's members.
- The Vice President of Membership will run director elections at a predetermined time in the late spring semester.
VP Elections
- To run for any vice presidency, a candidate must have 2 semesters of membership in the club.
- The executive council will be responsible for electing the VPs during a predetermined time in the late spring semester.
- Committee directors will base their votes upon the desires of their committees.
- Vice President of Membership will be in charge of counting and distributing the executive ballots.
President Election
- To run for president, a candidate must have 2 semesters of experience in an executive position.
- The executive council will be responsible for electing the president during a predetermined time in the late spring semester.
- Vice President of Membership will be in charge of counting and distributing the executive ballots.
Article V - Meetings
Mass Meetings will meet at least twice a semester. Each mass meeting will be open to non-members, so that they can have a chance to view the club and it's members. The mass meetings purpose will be to promote the club to non-members, and inform current members of the club's progress. These meetings will be organized and ran by the president and vice president of the club.
Committee meetings will be held at least twice a month. Every committee meeting is ran by the committee's director(s), with the purpose of making progress in that particular committee's contacts, future events, future trips, and future speakers.
Executive meetings will be held at least twice a month. Every executive meeting is ran by the president, with the purpose of gaining an overall perspective of the club's progress. Executive votes will be decided as follows:
- The President will run the voting process.
- Votes will be submitted by the raising of hands.
- All decisions must be approved by 2/3rds of the executive board.
- When voting in a situation of several choices, the choices will be first narrowed to two by the 2/3rds majority vote.
Article VI - Amendment
Any Amendment proposal for the Constitution must be in writing and submitted to the President for review. The President will then bring the amendment before the executive council so that the council may vote on whether or not it will become a permanent addition/change to the constitution.


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Fusion Science and Technology / Volume 61 / Number 2T / February 2012 / Pages 266-272
Edge Physics and Exhaust / Proceedings of the Tenth Carolus Magnus Summer School on Plasma and Fusion Energy Physics / dx.doi.org/10.13182/FST61-2T-266
Articles are hosted by Taylor and Francis Online.
Laboratory experiments are widely used to study plasma surface interaction issues for fusion research. In this paper it is described why dedicated experiments for PSI are necessary and what the requirements are to reach the parameter regime relevant for ITER. An overview is given of some typical devices, particularly PISCES-B, PSI-2, Nagdis, Pilot-PSI, and the future device Magnum-PSI along with selected results to illustrate their capabilities.


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HP Vertica Analytical Platform for Tableau
Vertica & Tableau – Real-Time Big Data, Visualized
As the markets have demonstrated, those organizations capable of monetizing ALL of their data in real-time — structured, semi-structured, and unstructured — have been rewarded with generous valuations and financial success. A common theme amongst these revolutionary companies is a reliance upon 21st century data management platforms – Vertica and Tableau. These companies have harnessed the power and flexibility of Vertica and Tableau to visualize trends and behaviors with industry leading performance, flexibility, and scale. The power of our joint solutions lies within the capability to deliver advanced, complex analytics to all users on any device, driving the democratization of data and Analytics Everywhere.
Deeper Insights = Greater Value
Most analytic platforms are limited to structured data and require the use of summary data, cubes, or subsets of the raw data which ultimately dilute the value and insights possible. With the Vertica Analytics Platform, companies are empowered to analyze all of their data while maintaining detail level granularity and applying advanced analytics, including geospatial, statistical, time-series, pattern matching, and an SDK for custom procedural programming. These unique capabilities facilitate actionable insights – the ability to engage and take action upon information while it maintains relevance and value, leading Vertica customers to separate themselves from the pack by getting value from "massive skyscraper sized chunks of data." Some of the most innovative companies in the world rely on Vertica to create data assets their competitors, using traditional data warehouses or legacy analytics platforms, simply can't match.
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Analytic insights become game-changing decisions with the ability to uncover and communicate what the numbers say. Tableau's live connector to Vertica provides a seamless path to conducting real-time visual analysis. With Vertica, data is optimized upon loading. No need to re-create data structures, no data silo explosion, and no questions about data timeliness. Just point Tableau at Vertica and go. Billions of rows of data delivered in real-time is a dream come true. Vertica makes this dream possible by providing real-time analysis and access to data, Tableau makes this possible by helping communicate the value of what the data says.
Tableau lets users work with their data, visually and interactively. With a click of a mouse, Tableau shows data in a way that makes sense, whether it's a pie chart, a detailed map or anything in between. Tableau lets users interact with charts, reports and dashboards in real-time, answering questions about your Vertica data at the speed-of-thought.
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The speed, scale and simplicity of Vertica enables our customers to answer key business decisions in near real time. Tableau offers the business intelligence solution(s) to display those answers in a visually stimulating way, providing true insights into data trends and patterns. When Tableau is running on Vertica, users can answer questions as fast as they can think of them. The power of Vertica & Tableau together is helping our customers analyze and use their data in ways that was never possible before.


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Southampton have thrown a spanner in the works of their negotiations with Manchester United over Luke Shaw by asking for Javier Hernandez to be included in the deal.
But with Rickie Lambert headed for Liverpool, Jay Rodriguez injured and Dani Osvaldo likely to stay in Italy the Saints accept that they are going to need striking reinforcements.
A player of Hernandez's ilk would certainly fit the bill but it remains to be seen how the 26-year-old's inclusion would affect the deal.
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Honolulu Symphony Revamps Business Plan
Lower expenses and fewer performances in smaller venues form the backbone of the business overhaul that the Honolulu Symphony is hoping will keep it alive.
The Honolulu Advertiser reports that leaders of the 110-year-old symphony recently outlined their plan to shake things up after years of financial woes drove the organization into bankruptcy protection last December.
We have to stop doing business as usual," said Majken Mechling, the symphony's executive director. "We're using a 100-year-old model...(that) wasn't much of a business plan."
Facing an Oct. 15 deadline to file its Chapter 11 plan of reorganization, the symphony's leaders say they're aiming to cut $8 million in annual expenses in half. Also cut in half will be the symphony's 40-performance calendar. And musicians will turn to smaller venues and a new pricing system to ensure they can fill seats with paying customers, rather than turning to giveaways to ensure a full house.
But the union representing the symphony's musicians isn't quite convinced. Jonathan Parrish, vice chairman of the union's musicians' committee, said any new business plan first needs a "vision of a vibrant professional orchestra" that serves, promotes and is a source of pride for the state of Hawaii - a vision Parrish says the symphony currently lacks.
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Visit Bhutan 2015
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The Royal Government of Bhutan has declared 2015 as " Visit Bhutan 2015 " year to commemorate the 60th birth anniversary of our 4th King Jigme Singay Wangchuck.
Bhutan will celebrate 2015 with colorful festivals, events and activities different parts of Bhutan throughout the year.
So join us in the land of Thunder Dragon for the celebration….
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long have you been practicing yoga? How did you begin?
My yoga journey began in March 2015. I was 29 and a physical therapist recommended it to me to deal with issues in my body due to my gymnastics background. My background as a gymnast definitely helps with my physical practice, and has helped with my overall strength and flexibility. But through yoga I feel stronger, fitter, and more balanced than I ever did before! Not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, socially, financially, spiritually -- everything-ly!For me, like many people in the West, yoga began as solely a physical practice. But through listening to my body in asana practice, I developed an attention to the feelings in my body in other aspects of life. It was no longer just how I felt in a low lunge or a downward facing dog. I also began listening to how my body felt when I was angry, or stressed, or if I'd overindulged. I noticed for the first time differences in my mood if I'd responded to a traffic jam with frustration, or with a calm breath.
And this is how I learned that yoga is more than just a physical practice. It is a lifestyle. Meditation, breathing, and being the best person you can be to yourself and to others, is yoga.
I hope that in some way or another, every person can find the inner peace I have found through yoga. Not happiness, not constant positivity, because life doesn't exist without sadness or shadow. But there is peace to be found, and I believe yoga is a powerful tool to find that peace.
What kind of yoga do you practice?
My personal practice is greatly inspired by my gymnastics background, so I love adding lots of inversions and arm balances! I mostly do Vinyasa yoga — a type of yoga that flows through sequences of postures and not holding any posture for longer than a few breaths. Vinyasa is a style that allows for practitioners and teachers to be creative, to have fun with their sequences, and flow in a way that best suits the class, the time, the mood. Therefore, this style appeals to me, although I do enjoy other styles as well!
I'm not very advanced. Can I come to your workshops?
Yes! Absolutely!
Where are you from? Where are you based?
After a nomadic lifestyle for nearly 2 years, I chose to make London my home base.I am a UK citizen, but I grew up in the USA and have family in both countries.
How did you become a travelling yoga teacher? Do you like it? Any advice for someone thinking about living this lifestyle?
This is perhaps the question I get asked most. So I created this video on YouTube for anybody interested in doing the same: https://adellbridgesyoga.com/free-webinar/
My journey as an international travelling yoga teacher began with assisting Dylan Werner in Asia, so I had a great mentor to get me started! I went with him to Nicaragua, and then he left to continue his travels while I stayed for 2 months to teach there. While there I was able to figure out my next steps.
Here's my advice:
Have a little bit of money in the bank. You don't need much, but just enough to look after yourself if you have a few weeks of no income while you figure out where you'll teach.
Then book a flight. Just go! It's scary, and it can be lonely, and difficult, and not what you expected, but just go where you want to go. Then take yoga classes, meet yogis, talk to studios, connect with people, build relationships. Be open and adventurous!
Or plan ahead. I'm not much of a planner but there are numerous websites that list jobs around the world for yoga studios. Start with that, and while you're on a 2-month gig in one place, use your free time to set up your next adventure.
How can I start yoga?
Yoga is very much a journey and a whole lifestyle. This means it's going to be totally different for each individual, which is what's so beautiful about the practice!
If you are looking to start a yoga practice, then my suggestion is to begin by trying out lots of different styles, and lots of different teachers. Find what works for you. Find what makes you leave a class feeling GREAT!
And you don't have to go to a group class either. There are dozens of apps and YouTube videos and websites out there that allow you to practice in your own home. This is how I got started!
Whatever you do, just keep at it. Don't judge yourself. Just listen to your body, and be aware of what your mind's reaction is to what your body tells you. Just keep practising, whether it's 10 minutes of closing your eyes and breathing, or 4 hours of sweating through vinyasa. Physically show up to your mat, mentally show up to yourself.
There's no one path, no right or wrong. Trust yourself.
I want to become a yoga teacher. Where should I train? Where did you train?
Like yoga itself, a yoga teacher training is very much an individual journey--different for everyone! What you're looking for in a teacher training might vary greatly from another person.
Perhaps the first place to start is to think about where you'd like to go. A teacher training can be an excellent way to see a new place!
I always suggest to read through the curriculum of a few different trainings and ensure that the school offers what really resonates with you.
I personally trained at Trimurti School of Yoga in Dharamkot, India. I did their Multi-Style 200hr which was perfect for me because I wanted something that covered the basics of traditional and modern yoga. Their multi-style 200 hour covers Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and touches on Sivananda, Yin, and other styles depending on who the teachers are. They also cover anatomy, yoga history and philosophy, teaching methods, and alignments and assists.
Furthermore for me it was very special to train in India, the birthplace of yoga. I not only received teaching from the amazing instructors at the school, but from mother India herself just by being there and learning lessons from local life.
However if you know you only want to teach Vinyasa for example, perhaps enroll in a course that focuses specifically on that.
It can be helpful to read through reviews and perhaps even contact former students to ask their honest opinion. It can be scary, I know, to make such a huge decision especially when there are so many schools out there! But do a bit of research and then make a decision!
You're beginning a journey of a lifetime, and it's going to be amazing. Keep your mind open to learning, to being wrong, to being challenged as you go into your teacher training, and you won't regret it. Absorb every minute as best you can, and be grateful for every moment.
I see you offer health coaching. What is that exactly?
Health coaches bridge the gap between healthcare professionals and nutritionists. We recognise that health is holistic, and very individual! What works for someone else may not work for you.
I offer a 3-month programme or one-off sessions to work towards your specific goals, whether they're related to your diet, physical exercise, sleeping, relationships, work-life balance, or even finding a creative outlet!
During our sessions we will determine what goals you want to achieve and formulate attainable action plans. I will support you by providing guidance, encouragement, and holding you accountable to your word.
If this is something you're interested in, contact me today!
What's your diet like?
You can read all about my diet on my blog post.
Copy and paste this link to go directly to that blog post: https://adellbridgesyoga.com/nutrition/2018/7/22/my-diet


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Employers – Define What Professionalism Means to You
A few years ago, I was asked to be a judge at a fashion show involving business majors at a local college. The show consisted of the students modeling three versions of business attire: inappropriate, business casual, and dressy. The students and I agreed on what constituted inappropriate attire; however, we had different definitions of what casual and dressy business attire meant.
One of the things that causes misunderstandings between people is that we sometimes have different definitions of the same words. For example, a recent survey implies that what HR managers and front-line supervisors consider to be professional differs from that of new hires, especially young ones.
Each year, York College of Pennsylvania's Center for Professional Excellence conducts a national survey of professionalism in the workplace. Its findings are used "to track changes in the state and definitions of professionalism," and to help create the content of professionalism seminars that the Center provides for the college's students, faculty, and administrators. According to the survey, the qualities most cited by HR managers and front-line supervisors that best describe professionalism include:
Interpersonal skills. Survey respondents said that being courteous, showing others respect, exhibiting behavior that is appropriate to the situation, and using proper etiquette demonstrate one's interpersonal skills.
Work ethic. According to survey respondents, having a good work ethic means working instead of abusing IT (excessive twittering and Facebooking, inappropriate use of the Internet, text messaging at inappropriate times, and excessive cell phone usage for personal calls). It means showing up for work every day on time (survey says the most common factor that causes employees to be fired is attendance: being late, leaving early, and numerous absences). It means not displaying a sense of entitlement ("what can the company do for me?"), but demonstrating a commitment to the employer ("what can I do for the company?").
Appearance. Survey respondents said that a person's appearance demonstrates professionalism and has an impact on being hired, promoted, and being perceived as being competent. Deterrents to being hired or promoted include attire, facial piercings other than ears, visible tattoos, unnatural hair color, and personal hygiene.
Communication skills. The survey results don't provide much information on what "communication skills" means other than "competent verbal & written communication." Therefore, I'll take the liberty of providing my own definition. Having good communication skills includes being able to talk without overusing slang (for example, "I'm like, you didn't say that. And, she's like, yes I did!"); using grammatically correct sentences (for example, "I saw her yesterday" instead of "I seen her yesterday"); and refraining from cursing and talking about really personal stuff at work.
Not surprisingly, survey respondents specified that the employee segment that most lacked professionalism was younger employees. I'm willing to bet that the younger employees they were referring to, like the business majors in the previously mentioned fashion show, thought they were being professional. They probably just have a different definition of the word.
Also not surprising to me was that most of the respondents admitted that their companies do not have any kind of formal program that tells new employees what professionalism looks like and sounds like. They undoubtedly assumed the employees would know and then dinged them when they didn't.
My advice to employers and supervisors is that if you want employees to look, sound, and behave professionally, tell them what that means to you. Assuming that they have the same definition of the word leads to needless misunderstandings and problems.


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Source: United States Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service.
Top Agriculture Products
1. Potatoes
2. Dairy products
3. Aquaculture
4. Blueberries
5. Chicken eggs
Number of Farms
Land in Farms
1.35 million acres
Average Farm Size
167 acres
Farms by Size (percent of total farms)
1 to 99 acres: 61.1%
100 to 499 acres: 32.2%
500 to 999 acres: 4.1%
1,000 to 1,999 acres: 1.9%
2,000 or more acres: 0.7%
Farms by sales, current dollars (percent of total farms)
Less than $9,999: 65.4%
$10,000 to $49,999: 20.4%
$50,000 to $99,999: 4.6%
$100,000 to $499,999: 6.6%
More than $500,000: 3.0%
Tenure of farmers
Full owner farms – 6,126, 75% of total
Part owner farms – 1,581, 19.3% of total
Tenant farms – 466, 5.7% of total
Farm Organization
Individuals/family, sole – 6,929 or 84.8% of total
Family-held corporations – 503 or 6.2% of total
Partnerships – 525, 6.4% of total
Non-family corporations – 79, 1% of total
Others – cooperatives, estate or trust, institutional, etc. – 137, 1.7% of total
Characteristics of principal farm operators
Average operator age – 57 years
Farm operators with farming as their principal occupation – 48.5%
Men – 5,792
Women – 2,381
(Source: Netstate.com. Retrieved from http://www.netstate.com.)
Eggs and milk are the leading livestock products in the state, followed by chicken eggs.
Other important livestock products are aquaculture (Atlantic salmon), cattle and calves, and hogs. Sheep and turkeys are also raised in the Pine Tree State.
Maine potatoes are the state's largest crop. Other crops are corn, hay, oats and other grains to feed cattle. Greenhouse and nursery products, broccoli, dry beans, peas and other vegetables are also grown. Apples are Maine's most valuable fruit crop, but Maine is also a leading producer of wild blueberries. Other fruit crops are cranberries, raspberries and strawberries.
Manufacturers add value to raw products by creating manufactured items. For example, cotton cloth becomes more valuable than a boll of cotton through manufacturing processes. Leading manufactured products in Maine are paper products, including cardboard boxes, paper bags and pulp, as well as paper.
Maine's fish and shellfish industry is ranked high among the states. Its yearly lobster catch is the biggest of any state. Other important products are soft-shell clams, mussels, crabs and sea urchins. Commercial fish include cod, flounder, haddock and sea herring.
Fish farms breed Atlantic salmon.


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Romantic Engagement Party
Working with the fabulous team at Jemma-Jade Events we used a scheme of pink, punctuated with hints of purple to create the most divine, understated & romantic setting for an engagement party at our clients private home in London.
As guests arrived they were greeted by a large and impressive arch design which was custom-created to sculpt perfectly to the existing architecture. Using a plethora of roses, peonies, hydrangea & precious orchids we created a detailed design which made a luxurious statement.
Elsewhere in the house, we created a series of truly romantic cascading urns. Packed full with luxury flowers these designs transformed the space from a home into a fabulous venue ready to host such a special engagement party.
Outside, a terrace played host to an exquisite Raj tent for guests to relax and unwind. Throughout, occasional flowers were positioned to dress each surface, cocktails were served by scrupulously attentive waiters and roaming entertainers engaged guests with intimate experiences.


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Is petroleum price too high in Pakistan?
Egyptian interest in petroleum sector
Another trade delegation would be visiting Pakistan
by the end of March to strike joint venture deals
From SHAMIM AHMED
Jan-28 - Feb-03, 2002
A delegation of businessmen and investors from Egypt,
during its week long visit to Pakistan early this month, has shown keen
interest in investment in petroleum sector in Pakistan and also import
wheat, rice and tobacco from this country.
The delegation led by Muhammad Shafik Gabr who is
Chairman and Chief Executive of Artoc Group of development and
investment of a top ranking business group of Egypt called on Pakistan
Minister of Petroleum and Natural Resources, Commerce and Finance and
held in-depth discussions about the prospect of expansion in bilateral
trade besides availing investment opportunities in Pakistan through
joint ventures. The Egyptian head of delegation, said that his
government was exploring the possibility of establishing a garment
factory with the collaboration of Pakistan and Jordan. He said that
another trade delegation would be visiting Pakistan by the end of March
to strike joint venture deals.
The Egyptian delegation evinced interest in making
investment in Pakistan's oil and gas sector about which the minister for
Petroleum and Natural Resources, Usman Aminuddin gave them a briefing.
The minister explained Pakistan's existing policy in respect of term and
conditions and liberal and deregulated atmosphere for the investors in
exploration and development in the oil and gas sector. It may be pointed
out that foreign investment in Pakistan was especially active over the
last few years in this sector due to attractive conditions and
incentives which are available to foreign oil companies. The
participation of investors from the Muslim World in the development of
oil and gas fields in the country would undoubtedly be most welcome as
it would pave the way for a competition in this vital sector which has
been so far dominated by the Western multinational companies.
The Egyptian delegation also showed interest in the
establishment of joint ventures in Pakistan in readymade garments
manufacturing industry. It is well-known that Egypt is also a cotton
growing country like Pakistan and it excels in the production of long
staple superior quality cotton. As such Egypt's textile industry is a
highly developed one. Joint ventures can be viably promoted between the
private sectors of the two countries. The prospects for the expansion of
readymade garments industry in Pakistan with the collaboration and Egypt
and Jordan can be termed bright because exports from the joint venture
projects may be channelled into all Middle East Markets. In addition to
the readymade garments industry, a wide scope exists for the promotion
of joint venture projects between Pakistan and Egypt in other segments
of the textile industry such as manufacture of superior quality fabrics
by importing fine quality yarn from Egypt. Pakistan is at present
engaged in the modernisation, technological up-gradation and expansion
of its textile industry on a fairly large scale within the framework of
the programme known as textile vision 2005. Joint ventures with Egyptian
investors may open up the way for a closer, wide-ranging collaboration
between Pakistani and Egyptian private sector to the benefit of both
The Egyptian delegation is also reported to have
expressed willingness to import wheat, rice and tobacco from Pakistan.
This is indeed a timely offer for Pakistan which has been exploring
markets for the export of its surplus wheat and rice. The scope for the
export of tobacco to Egypt is also a welcome opportunity for
diversification of foreign trade.
We have often been emphasizing the need to pursue
"Look Arab" and "Look East" policy as a long term
strategy to find answer to the economic problems the country is
confronted with. The offer of Egypt to forge commercial and business
ties with Pakistan is, therefore, a welcome development. Pakistan is
situated in a region that is known for its rich hydrocarbon reserves but
no breakthrough has so far been achieved principally because of lack of
necessary financial resources to tap such reserves. This is borne out by
the fact that we have been able to undertake digging of maximum of 5 to
8 wells a year despite good ratio of success as compared to other
countries. Interest of a leading Arab country in the development of oil
and gas sector in Pakistan especially in the field of exploration augurs
well for the country. It will not only give a boost to existing
cooperation between the two brotherly countries but also inspire other
Arab states with rich experience of petroleum sector to come forward and
help Pakistan achieve a breakthrough in this vital area. Pakistan offer
most competitive terms to foreign investors but law and order,
inconsistency in policies, red-tapism and corruption neutralise them.
Provision of a sound and efficient infrastructure, transparency and
business-like handling of the projects and entrepreneurs could made a
difference as it did in case of a number of other countries. A system
should be devised whereby all stages of investment — right from
processing of the proposal to its approval and provision of basic
facilities are made available under one roof. We have been quick to
borrow terms like "one window operation" but no where in the
country it actually works despite a lot of rhetoric. Investors do come
but they are made to run from pillar to post to get their proposals
through. This state of affairs demands that the Board of Investment
should be vested with full powers to deal with investors and fulfil
their each and every requirement.


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Starring Goldie Hawn as Suzette and Susan Sarandon as Vin (short for Lavinia), The Banger Sisters is a feel-good story about two women forced to reconcile their shared wild past with the lives they have chosen to live 20 years later. Nicknamed "the banger sisters" in their youth for their propensity to sleep with the musicians whose bands they followed, the women have grown up to live separate and different lives.
After being fired from her bartending job at L.A.'s famous Whiskey A Go-Go, Suzette, shocked that her presence is not indispensable to the club's party scene, decides to drive to Phoenix to surprise Vin. Along the way, Suzette picks up Harry (Geoffrey Rush), an obsessive-compulsive writer looking for a ride to Phoenix so that he can carry out a secret mission.
Despite Suzette's expectations, Vini's plans for her life do not include a reunion with her wild and crazy former cohort. Vin has dropped the nickname and married a lawyer/politician, with an expensive house in the suburbs, two daughters and a golden retriever to boot. Suzette, still the party girl and Vin struggle to relate and find a middle ground where they can reconnect.
Comfortably ensconced in suburbia, Vin fears that her past will come back to haunt her — and until Suzette's back in town, her groupie status has stayed buried firmly in her past. Vin's daughters, played by Traffic's Erika Christensen and Sarandon's real-life daughter Eva Amurri, find Suzette's presence confusing at first, but ultimately enlightening and liberating.
Eventually, Suzette's influence causes both Vin and Harry to loosen up and rediscover their true selves. Most of the movie's characters learn, through her example, to put others' expectations and their own self-imposed pressures in perspective. Suzette brings out the best in everyone around her, whether by being a muse, a reliable but demanding friend or an inspirer of romance.
The ever-lovable Hawn, elegant yet playful Sarandon, and adorable Rush poignantly demonstrate their characters' fears of both losing their connections to the past as well as hanging on to them too strongly — of letting go of the people they once were and surrendering to the people they've become.
A special highlight of the film is Amurri's performance as Vin's youngest daughter Ginger, who struggles to pass her road test, feeling that the whole world is out to prevent her from doing so.
The Banger Sisters, despite being fairly predictable, is nonetheless funny and enjoyable. The characters' relationships are complex and believable and their transformations were well-earned and fun to watch.
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Non League Football Under The Microscope
Please email me with any comments or amendments
Eastbourne Borough fans celebrate - August Bank Holiday Monday 2003 Photograph by Sam Hicks
Atherton Collieries FC
Alder Street, Atherton, Greater ManchesterTelephone: 01942 884649Nickname: CollsNorth West Counties LeagueWebsite
Note The Colls are by far the oldest of Athertons three senior clubs (Town and Laburnum Rovers being the others), the club having been formed in 1916 by a group of miners representing the six pits within the district as a means of providing welfare for those at home involved in the war effort. When the pits were nationalised the club was given to the people of the town.The Alder Street ground is as old as the club and from my perspective at least possesses a weary, well-worn charm ... although perhaps not to the less romantic visitor! The original pitch was at ninety degrees to its current position, and over the years there have been a number of changes to the ground.On the half-way line, immediately behind one of the dugouts that face one another across the pitch, is a wonderful wobbly little stand, with a sloping roof and aptly described by Kerry Miller as leaning forward as if in prayer for its continued survival. Adjacent a further more robust structure ten years its junior, built on an area that was previously terraced, using railway sleepers.Opposite is the clubhouse which has been extended in recent years; and a couple of relatively new covered areas with rudimentary yet perfectly adequate bench seating, having been re-roofed after being partially destroyed by high winds in 1993. As with the cover on the other side, painting the rear wall in the clubs black and white colours set this off well.Behind the near goal are the changing rooms, protected by wooden planks from wayward balls which makes them look rather uninviting to say the least. Floodlights were erected at Alder Street in 1994, whilst there is also a car park on the clubhouse side. DB


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Simon is a Research Fellow in the economics program at The Centre for Independent Studies, working on government industry policy and regulation.
Voters often complain they are offered no choice, but in this election campaign there are already fundamental differences between the policies of the major parties.
Topics: tax, federal-elections, budget, mining-industry, business-economics-and-finance
The influence of the Nationals has long given the agricultural sector immunity from the Coalition's tough love, free market, open-for-business policies. That's what makes the Shenhua mine decision so striking.
Topics: agricultural-policy, joyce-barnaby, federal-government, nationals
The fact that the majority of voters in 2055 will be over 50 years old will have a massive influence on future policy decisions, but the Intergenerational Report doesn't take that into account.
Topics: budget, federal-government
We shouldn't build submarines in Australia just to provide jobs for a struggling manufacturing industry. The voodoo economics of industry assistance should play no part in defence decisions.
Topics: government-and-politics, business-economics-and-finance, defence-industry, defence-and-national-security
Institutions like the ANU are free to divest shares in undesirable industries, but not if it means taxpayers cover the losses of doing so. You can't have your publicly funded cake and eat your private progressive values too.
Topics: government-and-politics, budget, ethical-investment, business-economics-and-finance
There are growing differences between the left and right about budget fairness stemming from a deeper ideological divide on the role of government in the economy.
Topics: government-and-politics, business-economics-and-finance, budget
Most unemployed people don't need long-term solutions, just a short-term safety net.
For these people, quarantined payments, work for the dole and training programs could simply hinder their job search, while wasting a large amount of taxpayer money.
Determining who gets employment policies based on race is wrong, but so too is applying blanket policies to everyone.
Topics: welfare, indigenous-policy
It would be premature to say that the Abbott Government's budget lies in ruins, but many of its key reforms seem unlikely to get through the new Senate.
This poor start for a first term government is largely a problem of its own making.
The political case for the budget should have started before the election, making it clear that our budget actually needed fixing.
Topics: budget, federal-parliament, federal-government, federal-elections
Clive Palmer's climate policy announcement, flanked by global warming campaigner Al Gore, certainly was high theatre but was this play a tragedy or a farce?
Given Palmer's ETS isn't linked to the carbon tax, and that the Government is freed from the terrible Direct Action policy, Tony Abbott could chalk this up as something of a win.
But he remains exposed for failing to convince the public of his other tough budget measures, and into that gap steps the masked figure of Palmer who could be wielding a hidden dagger or two.
Topics: government-and-politics, climate-change, environmental-policy
Despite the economic storm clouds gathering, the government must not resort to corporate welfare policies that fail workers.
The demise of automotive manufacturing wasn't because of a lack of government assistance, but more to do with the high cost of making cars in Australia.
Moving forward, it would be a better plan to reduce red tape, cut company tax rates and improve flexibility in the workforce than try to hold off market forces with taxpayers' money.
Topics: economic-trends, business-economics-and-finance, automotive
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Talking about a 'budget emergency' was easy for the Coalition while in opposition, but balancing insatiable demands for more spending with limited revenue raising capability is not.
For decades, governments all over the world have been trying to ignore two simple truths: there is only so much money they can tax, borrow and spend; and every dollar of tax taken or debt incurred has economic and social costs that should not be ignored.
The Abbott Government's rhetoric about the state of the Australian economy means nothing if they don't cut low-priority spending.
Topics: budget, welfare, abbott-tony, automotive
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The shock announcement that Ford will close its Australian manufacturing facilities is further proof that short-term government assistance for industry is a failure.
Rather than trying to prop up carmakers, governments must focus on assisting workers transition to efficient industries.
We have a moral obligation to assist displaced workers and communities, but corporate welfare for a favoured few can not be justified.
Unlike the ongoing kerfuffle over the exact measurements of temperature in the global warming debate, pretty much everyone agrees that electricity prices have been rising far too rapidly in recent years.
The Prime Minister is now blaming state-owned corporations, hoping to distract attention from the effects of the carbon tax - the prime culprit from the Coalition's perspective.
However, lost in the political finger-pointing are some less palatable facts.
Topics: electricity-energy-and-utilities, industry, business-economics-and-finance, environment, alternative-energy, government-and-politics, federal-government, federal---state-issues, states-and-territories


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CMC Discussion Group
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- Parent Category: Professional Development
The CMC Discussion Group formally came into being with the launch of the first meeting in February 2013. This SIG focuses on pertinent regulatory, quality, and compliance issues related to Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls in the areas of drugs, biologics, diagnostics, and supplements. The group provides a forum for peer-led discussions on selected topics and allows attendees to exchange ideas, experiences, and best practices.
As a result of geographical challenges, meetings of the CMC Discussion Group may be held jointly in person and virtually. We work with local companies that volunteer their virtual meeting capabilities to facilitate access to members throughout Southern California. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer speakers, topics, or technology.
Please keep an eye on the OCRA Events Calendar for the next gathering of the CMC Discussion Group. We hope to see you there!
CMC Discussion Group Chair: Ruchika Raval


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Ten Foods You Should Add To Your Diet
These foods are probably foreign to most people however, they all pack a nutritional punch in terms of health benefits. Try and add a couple of these foods to your daily regimen for a more well-balanced diet. First, a great quote to start out the blog post that really puts things into perspective and something that really resonates for me right now in dealing with an injury.
To feel better, imagine the worst. "Dont count your blessings; subtract them. "consciously spend a few minutes imagining what your life would be like without the good things. You'll experience stronger feelings of love, gratitude, and happiness when you think about what life would be like without the people and things you love and, they'll seem surprising and special again."
-Psychologist Timothy Wilson
Exotic Berries- Goji and Acai
These two berries are super antioxidants that are loaded with several substances called anthocyanins and flavonoids. They work wonders on your immune system and help reduce the risk of some diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.
Benefits (Acai)
- Loaded with antioxidants. (Twice the antioxidants of its cousin blueberries and 10 times more than red grapes)
- Rich acai berries destroy cultured human cancer cells.
- Provide an increase in energy.
- Resistance to colds/flu.
- Healthy and more youthful skin.
- Promotion of weight loss.
- High levels of omega 6 and omega 9 fatty acids, which help the heart and cardiovascular systems.
- A powerful anti aging food.
- A high concentration of antioxidants.
- Helps to slow down premature aging.
- 10 times more antioxidants than red grapes and 10 to 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine.
- A synergy of monounsaturated (healthy) fats.
- Loaded with dietary fiber and phytosterols to help promote cardiovascular and digestive health.
- A great amino acid complex.
- Vital to proper muscle contraction and regeneration.
Also known as the soybean, edamame is a natural source of antioxidants that is made up of anywhere between 30% and 40% protein. A half-cup of these beans can have up to 11 grams of protein and are one of the few vegetarian proteins sources that have all nine of the essential amino acids the body can't make. The fat in edamame is the heart-healthy kind, polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats that help to lower cholesterol levels.
- Great source of fiber.
- Rich in vitamins B,C, and E.
- Rich in magnesium, calcium, and iron.
- Helps reduce risk of heart disease.
- Improves bone health.
- Help reduce certain types of cancer.
Bok Choy
Bok choy is a member of the cabbage family that is loaded with antioxidants and can help aid in digestion. One cup of raw bok choy contains about half your daily requirement of Vitamin A, C, and K, while being low in fat, low-calorie, and low-carb.
- High in vitamin A, C, K, B6, calcium, dietary fiber, folate, and iron.
- Lung, colon, prostate, and endometrial cancers seem to be reduced with bok choy intake.
- Loaded with beta-carotene which can help reduce muscular degeneration.
Lean Bison Meat
Bison or buffalo, is a lean protein that contains all the essential amino acids your body cannot produce on its own. Buffalo offers an alternative to other commonly eaten lean proteins such as chicken breast, turkey, and pork tenderloin. In looking at the comparison table you can see it has more protein with fewer calories, less fat, and is lower in cholesterol than other protein sources.
- Bison spend their lives on grass and are generally not subjected to questionable drugs, chemicals, or hormones.
- A nutrient dense food because of the proportion in protein, fat, mineral, and fatty acids, to its caloric value.
- Has a greater concentration of iron than other meats.
- No growth hormones, steroids, or sub-therapeutic antibiotics. These animals are both environmentally friendly and people friendly.
Quinoa, considered the "mother of all grains", is a complete protein, packing all the essential amino acids your body needs to build muscle. Quinoa has about twice the protein of regular cereal grains, fewer carbohydrates, and even a dose of healthy fats. This is great gluten-free alternative to wheat carbohydrates.
- An awesome alternative to the proteins found in meat.
- Entirely gluten-free.
- A very good source of magnesium, folate, and phosphorus.
- Great source of fiber that can provide cardiovascular health and lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Canned Salmon
Canned salmon is a quick and easy way to get 1 of your 3 recommended servings of fish per week. Like other varieties of canned fish, canned salmon is a convenient protein source that contains healthy monounsaturated fats with no sugars or carbohydrates and contains lower mercury levels than canned tuna.
- A good source of B-vitamins, especially vitamin B12.
- Very low in environmental contaminants such as mercury and pesticide residues.
- Contains an abundance of nutrients that protect your bones, prevent cardiovascular disease, and help keep you mentally sharp.
- One cup of canned salmon provides almost 30% of the 1,000 mg of calcium you need each day.
Like bison meat, venison is a great low-saturated fat alternative to generic red meats. Venison comes from any large game animal like deer, elk, moose, or caribou. Venison is low in cholesterol and like any non-farm produced animal, is resistant to disease and does not live on a diet of antibiotics and steroids.
- Venison houses fewer calories, less fat, and more iron than chicken breast.
- Rich in various nutrients including proteins, iron, vitamin B12, B6, riboflavin, and niacin.
- A great option for those who are vulnerable to heart disease.
- Can help increase energy and boost your metabolism.
Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese is an excellent snack that is low in fat and carbohydrates, but packed with protein. Cottage cheese is a favorite food among athletes, weightlifters, and dieters for its high content of casein protein, or slow digesting protein. Research suggests that cottage cheese makes a great late night snack to allow your body to utilize the slow digesting protein while you sleep and can also help your muscles to recover.
- A good course of calcium, with vitamin D.
- Great source of casein protein.
- Helps control your appetite.
- Great nighttime snack to keep you from feeling hungry while you sleep.
Spaghetti Squash
Comparison of spaghetti squash noodles to one cup of enriched white spaghetti
Spaghetti squash is a great alternative to high-glycemic carbs that are associated with most white and wheat pastas. Spaghetti squash gives you the advantage of not spiking your insulin and is relatively low in carbohydrates. The low caloric value will allow you too add more natural ingredients to your spaghetti, such as more proteins and vegetables, versus getting calories from processed white or wheat noodles.
- Rich in omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids.
- High levels of vitamin A and C, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, folate, beta carotene, and more.
- Can promote brain function while inhibiting inflammation.
- Great alternative to high-carb/high calorie pastas.
Chia Seeds
There was a great article this week in the Wall Street Journal about Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice and how he lives and dies by chia seeds… Seems like my kind of guy. Chia seeds are another complete source of dietary protein, providing all the essential amino acids. They can make a great addition to your morning oatmeal or shake.
- Highest plant-based source of omega 3's.
- Rich in dietary fiber and protein.
- Doesn't carry the health concerns of flax seeds.
- Naturally gluten-free.
- Large amounts of B-vitamins and calcium.
- Chia seeds are hydrophilic, meaning they hold around 10 times their weight in water. For athletes, this is a good thing, helping hydration during exercise.
Adding these foods to your diet will give you some great nutritional benefits and help you to yield greater results whether you are trying to gain weight, lose weight, or maintain a healthy balance. Thanks for reading.
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Never Apart by Romily Bernard
Publication Date: October 3, 2017
Publisher: Entangled Teen
How many times would you die for love?
What if you had to relive the same five days over and over?
And what if at the end of it, your boyfriend is killed…
And you have to watch. Every time.
You don't know why you're stuck in this nightmare.
But you do know that these are the rules you now live by:
Wake Up.
Now, the only way to escape this loop is to attempt something crazy. Something dangerous. Something completely unexpected. This time…you're not going to run.
Combining heart-pounding romance and a thrilling mystery Never Apart is a stunning story you won't soon forget.
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Aghh I needed this book, ever since I read the synopsis I knew then that I MUST READ IT!! NO REGRETS!
It was amazingly awesome and would totally re-read it again and again and again and again… (you see what I did here?? no?? READ THE BOOK TO FIND OUT)
Anyways I loved the main characters and the parallel worlds aspect, the suspense the mystery the wanting to find out what is going on and why they are stuck in this perpetuous loop.
If you are a sucker for this kind of concepts with awesome writing style that grabs from the first chapter than do go for it you would not be disappointed.
I gave it well deserved 4.5 stars!!!!
Romily Bernard graduated from Georgia State University with a literature degree. Since then, she's worked as a riding instructor, cell-phone salesperson, personal assistant, horse groomer and exercise rider, accounting assistant, and, during a very dark time, customer service representative. . . . She's also, of course, now a YA novelist. So don't let anyone tell you a BA degree will keep you unemployed. Romily currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Her debut novel, Find Me, won the Golden Heart Award for YA Romance from the Romance Writers of America in 2012.
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text: Growing up in 1960s Chicago as the blues sounds of the Great Migration evolved into the soul and funk of the Black Power generation, drummer and singer Larry Taylor wants to carry on his family's musical tradition. But his stepfather, guitarist Eddie Taylor (portrayed by Leon), is frustrated in playing second fiddle to Jimmy Reed (played by Guy Davis). Wounded by his own home front blues with Larry's mother Vera, Eddie isn't sure about helping his talented stepson. Cast aside in family feuding, unnerved by the decline of his neighborhood and the assassinations of his generation's heroes, young Larry falls into gang warfare. In prison he finds spiritual and musical salvation with the help of unusual mentors including a dreadlocked fighter, a Peruvian psychiatrist and a jailhouse lawyer. Returning to society, Larry sees what his stepfather has been up against--a music business polluted by greed and racism. Seedy syndicators who (might) feed you well, if you do what they tell you. Are they making young Larry an offer he can't refuse?


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Do you unapologetically feel that Barbra Streisandand "art" should be uttered in the same sentence? (I do.)
Have you ever longed for a site where they present virtually every imaginable kind of art piece having to do with the award-dinning diva of stage and scream?
Well, here is your place–a site where you can click on portraits of Barbra, not to mention a statue (with a fringed poncho, yet), a comic strip, a ceramic tile, a rendering of what the lady would look like as 65-year-old poultry, and everything but a Barbra Barbie doll.
That you already have thanks to last week's blog!


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It's the holiday season! We're excited to bring you our 12 Days of Christmas in Utah Valley. December is full of fun holiday activities for the whole family. With so many activities going on it was hard to narrow it down to just 12.
Use this link to access our interactive advent calendar. Simply click on a present to see that day's featured event. Click on the image to receive more deatils about the event.
You can print a complete list of our 12 Days of Christmas here.
For more Christmas activities and events in Utah Valley, please visit our events page.


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again me, i just dont get why i m getting this message, when i try to connect my ftp server thorugh my wan address (188.8.131.52) its saying me, 530 user access denied
but when i give the same data to http://ftptest.net the result is as follows...
Status: Resolving address of 188.8.131.52
Status: Connecting to 18.104.22.168
Status: Connected, waiting for welcome message
Reply: 220-FileZilla Server version 0.9.34 beta
Reply: 220-written by Tim Kosse (email@example.com)
Reply: 220 Please visit http://sourceforge.net/projects/filezilla/
Status: CLNT http://ftptest.net on behalf of 184.108.40.206
Reply: 200 Don't care
Status: USER saravana
Reply: 331 Password required for saravana
Status: PASS *********
Reply: 230 Logged on
Status: SYST
Reply: 215 UNIX emulated by FileZilla
Status: FEAT
Reply: 211-Features:
Reply: MDTM
Reply: REST STREAM
Reply: SIZE
Reply: MLST type*;size*;modify*;
Reply: MLSD
Reply: AUTH SSL
Reply: AUTH TLS
Reply: UTF8
Reply: CLNT
Reply: MFMT
Reply: 211 End
Status: PWD
Reply: 257 "/" is current directory.
Status: Current path is /
Status: TYPE I
Reply: 200 Type set to I
Status: PASV
Reply: 227 Entering Passive Mode (112,135,26,115,43,9)
Status: MLSD
Reply: 150 Connection accepted
Listing: type=dir;modify=20100322113235; it_is_working!_Andrejs_Cainikovs_from_serverfault.com
Listing: type=file;modify=20100322110559;size=5; New Text Document.txt
Reply: 226 Transfer OK
Status: Success
can anyone say why this happens to me? please im trying the whole day!!
here is the log from my local access through filezilla client
Status: Connecting to 127`enter code here`.0.0.1:21...
Status: Connection established, waiting for welcome message...
Response: 220-FileZilla Server version 0.9.34 beta
Response: 220-written by Tim Kosse (firstname.lastname@example.com)
Response: 220 Please visit http://sourceforge.net/projects/filezilla/
Command: USER saravana
Response: 331 Password required for saravana
Command: PASS **********
Response: 230 Logged on
Command: SYST
Response: 215 UNIX emulated by FileZilla
Command: FEAT
Response: 211-Features:
Response: MDTM
Response: REST STREAM
Response: SIZE
Response: MLST type*;size*;modify*;
Response: MLSD
Response: UTF8
Response: CLNT`enter code here`
Response: MFMT
Response: 211 End
Status: Connected
Status: Retrieving directory listing...
Command: PWD
Response: 257 "/" is current directory.
Command: TYPE I
Response: 200 Type set to I
Command: PASV
Response: 227 Entering Passive Mode (127,0,0,1,43,10)
Command: MLSD
Response: 150 Connection accepted
Response: 226 Transfer OK
Status: Directory listing successful


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Product Description
I wanted to combine dots of different sizes and started by empting a hole punch. Then I combined the small dots with larger ones and together they gave me the idea for the pattern on SMORBOLL duvet cover. The different sizes of the dots are accentuated by the soft variations in the colors, which makes the pattern even more dynamic and fun. What do you want to dress your bed in? Cheeky green, cool blue or graphic gray-black?' – Designer Ann-Cathrine Sigrid Stahlberg. For Twin size: Includes: 1 Twin duvet cover (86'x64′) and 1 Queen pillowcase; For Full/Queen (Double/Queen) size: Includes: 1 Full/Queen (Double/Queen) duvet cover (86'x86′) and 2 Queen pillowcases; For King Size: Includes: 1 King duvet cover (86'x102′) and 2 King pillowcases.


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Whole-night worship of Mahadeva Shiva is performed on the Mahashivaratri night. After a day-long fasting, devotees gather in the main temple for puja in the night beginning at 9.00 pm. Bhajans and stotras are sung throughout the night. Students from the hostel perform Shiva-Nritya in accompaniment to Arati to the Lord Shiva.
You cannot believe in God until you believe in yourself.- Swami Vivekananda
A few heart-whole, sincere, and energetic men and women can do more in a year than a mob in a century.- Swami Vivekananda
Arise ! Awake ! And Stop Not Till the Goal is Reached.- Swami Vivekananda
All power is within you, you can do anything & everything !- Swami Vivekananda
To be good & to do good, that is the whole of religion.- Swami Vivekananda
Purity, Patience & Perseverance are the three essentials to success, and above all Love !- Swami Vivekananda
Take the whole responsibility on your own shoulders, and know that you are the creator of your own destiny !- Swami Vivekananda
We are what our thoughts have made us, so take care about what you think.- Swami Vivekananda
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Ph. : +91 281 2465200 - 2463000
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Monti Style
Our style is letting our territory express itself. I'll be simple, but it's so. We don't buy wines and we make them only with grapes treated by us, working only by hand. Our idea is not to convey beliefs through the bottles,because we do not make conceived wines . Therefore we call ourselves craftsmen of wine, without interest for other labels. Our idea is to improve more and more taking in mind the history of our results and our territory. They told that the wines here, and not only Montepulciano, have qualities of balance and finesse particularly relevant.


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As a small business owner, you may find yourself discouraged by your inability to afford an effective advertising campaign and stifled in your efforts to expand your customer base. There is, fortunately, a way that you can increase the perceived size of your brand without taking on unnecessary debt or funding a national ad campaign, and that is through the addition of a toll free 800 number to your business. There are plenty of benefits to this often overlooked tool.
Toll free numbers have the inherent quality of being easy to remember, which by itself, helps you combat one of the least reliable aspects of customer care: their memory. Potential customers who learn of you before they are ready to make a purchase will have a greater chance of finding you if they already know how to get a hold of you, especially if it requires minimal mental effort.
One of the strongest benefits of a toll free number is the included forwarding service. It will forward to any second number, including your cell phone, allowing you to give the customer one way to contact you without tying yourself, or your employees, to a specific location. This is the same number you can use nationwide, which also eliminates any potential long distance charges for clients calling from outside your local area code. Call forwarding effectively extends your business hours, since you can continue to receive customer calls after you've left the office.
Once you purchase a toll free number, it is yours for as long as you need it. It goes where you go, regardless of who your telephone provider is. If you pull up stakes and move to a different city, your number will stay exactly the same. Customers, both new and old, need be none the wiser and your business communication can proceed uninhibited during a transition. In a 2012 survey by clickfox, participants indicated that reliable customer service was the number one way to build customer loyalty.
A local number is like an advertisement for the small size of your company. Where big businesses have dedicated numbers for each department, your local number implies a lack of either success or experience that could turn some people off before they even meet you. While there are certainly other factors that contribute to your company reputation among unknown clients, your ability to maintain a polished, professional front has a direct effect on how your company is perceived.
For all the benefits a toll free number can bring your company in terms of customer base and increased business, it does so at only a marginal cost increase. The ability to expand your reach and customer base ought to far outweigh the price to ahieve it. WIth only a small amount of success, your investment in a number would easily pay for itself.
An distinct advantage of a toll free number over a local number is the ability to create a vanity number. A vanity number will not only make your number even easier to remember, but it will also grant you the benefit of including brand phrases right into your initial communication. For example, a plumber might use the phrase "NO LEAKS" which has reputation and the brand message built right into the contact info, while also keeping the number itself simple to recall when needed. A toll free number will allow extensions that can be ad campaign specific. Different extensions can forward to different lines, which also allows for an increased volume of calls, which can lead to increased sales and increased ROI.


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Frequency: Unique
Alignment: Chaotic
Attacks: +6/+6/+6 (Grasping Flurry); See Below
Saves: As an 8th Level Fighter
Damage: 1d8 + 4
Special: If two or more of Manus's grasping flurry attacks hit the same target, that character has been grabbed and hoisted up by one of his numerous limbs. On the next round, and every round he retains his hold on them, Manus may attempt to either crush them (Automatically doing 1d12 + 4 points of damage) or stripping off armor or valuable clothing and casting it aside (This takes 1 round for every 2 points of AC the Armor grants). A character may attempt to escape this grasp by making a saving throw versus Paralysis each round after being grabbed. If a character is killed by Manus, it is safe to assume that the monster tears them limb from limb, potentially complicating attempts at resurrection.
Background: The Wonder Smith's creations are not limited to brass and steel; at different intervals of his unceasing life he has experimented with any number of materials - including writhing, living flesh.
Manus-Rex was the product of such a whim, created when the wandering demiurge decided he could use an assistant for his some of larger projects. While the creature turned out to be quite helpful, it was soon abandoned by the Wonder Smith for other things and Manus is still bitter about the matter. For now he scrambles about a ruined workshop attempting to finish half-baked constructions by constantly cannibalizing bits from other works as well as anyone unfortunate enough to pass him by.


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DOT Secretary signals confidence in employees at hearing
Mar 17, 2017
The activity in the General Assembly is about to hit full stride. Though not a lot of action was taken this week on bills affecting state employees and retirees, the building is abuzz with state budget talks and other important behind-the-scenes business.
Gov. Roy Cooper's pick for Secretary of Transportation, Jim Trogdon, appeared before a Senate committee Wednesday for confirmation hearings. The committee approved his nomination, as did the full Senate. He stated that he thought state employees in the Department of Transportation were qualified and signaled his willingness to make sure taxpayer funds was not wasted on private contracts.
As you will recall, efforts to privatize much of DOT, particularly in engineering, has come under heavy scrutiny recently with news reports of cost overruns costing taxpayers millions of dollars.
Next week promises to be a busy one. We expect Gov. Cooper to make an important announcement regarding state employees and retirees. SEANC will also meet with other stakeholder groups and State Health Plan officials to discuss the benefit structure and premium cost for the coming year.
We are also creating a video to dispel some of the myth that retirees are a drain on the state as a rebuttal to those who are adamantly opposed to cost-of-living adjustments even though retirees have lost 10 percent of their buying power since 2010 and are struggling to choose between buying costly prescriptions and paying their utility bills.
Use Engage to track bills ahead of deadline
It's hard to believe, but the bill filing deadlines for this session are fast approaching. A number of bills have been filed in the last few weeks and your Government Relations staff is in the process of reviewing all of them. SEANC will be putting together a comprehensive list of bills filed this session which could or would affect state employees.
The bill tracking section of SEANC's Engage site, engage.seanc.org, will be updated throughout the next few week with all the bills affecting state employees and retirees. It can be found on the right side column of the home page.
Leonard celebrates 40 years with SEANC!
SEANC Executive Director Mitch Leonard celebrated 40 years with the association on Tuesday with a surprise ceremony of family, friends and former coworkers. Leonard joined the staff of SEANC's predecessor group, the North Carolina Government Employees Association, on March 14, 1977 as the first field representative in its history. He previously worked at the Department of Transportation. He has been instrumental in the success of the association through good time and not so good times. We commend him for his life of dedication to the betterment of the lives of state employees and retirees. Thanks, Mitch!
Lobby day set for March 29
All members are invited to take part in a lobby day effort at the N.C. General Assembly from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 29. Members who attend will lobby legislators for better pay, health care and retirement benefits at a crucial time in the state budget process.
If you are interested in participating, contact your district chairperson to RSVP as soon as possible.
If you can't come on March 29, please consider calling or emailing your legislator to tell them you deserve a raise or cost-of-living adjustment!


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- Yiwu jiji daily necessities co.,ltd
The company was founded in 1997,which focus on the manufacture of insulation containers, JIJI brand is our own production. In additional, we distribution of various types of thermos bottle,coffee pot, insulation barrels, insulation Cup, incubator. Now we are the Distributor for brand Simizu, Shingayuan, GINT, scarecrow, novia and so on. The slagon of company is "we have product that other company do not have, if other company have ,we will make it better" to achieve the purpose of the full range, fashionable and reliable quality, and quality service and good reputation to win domestic and foreign customers trust and praise. therefore, our Products not only sell well in Europe, the Americas, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa and other countries but also sell well domestic. The company will continue to innovate, the courage to open up and sincerely look forward to domestic and foreign customers to establish long-term partners, to make a brilliant tomorrow.