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The Fraud Intelligence Sharing System (FISS) is our central industry database – an extremely secure, flexible and cost-effective intelligence system designed to support the card and retail banking industries in the fight against fraud.
It can be used to identify linkages and patterns in frauds, insights from which support the police, thereby playing an important role in protecting consumers.
Members submit a range of information on fraud, which offers the benefit of sector-wide intelligence in a flexible format.
This helps the industry and the police tackle those responsible and strengthen the defences.
Importantly, the system allows us to supply fraud data and intelligence collated by the payments industry to the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB), which informs law enforcement activity in the UK.

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The Institute Of Luxury Home Marketing
The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing is the premier independent authority in training and designation for real estate agents working in the luxury residential market.
The Institute exists to help real estate professionals provide high quality service to the buyers and sellers of luxury homes and in so doing, maximize their clients success in the upper-tier residential market.
Institute training and membership is open to luxury home and estate agents regardless of firm or brand affiliation.
Medallion Club
The Medallion Club is the ranking by the Greater Vancouver the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. It's the top 10% of all realtors based on production.


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Sarah McLeod is a singer/songwriter and frontwoman known across the globe; she was in Adelaide earlier this year when Superjesus was inducted into the SA Music Hall of Fame. The band played a show on the steps of the State Library to celebrate. In August she released her first solo album in over a decade and we found out a little about it. Hi Sarah, welcome to Beauty and … [Read more...]
Stateside New EP – Naive and New Video – The Way We Were
Brisbane alternative rockers Stateside have just released their second EP titled Naive, and instead of writing about it I have been listening on YouTube and got a little sidetracked listening... over and over over. At least it beats the Disney Jr soundtrack I guess. "Writing this EP gave me a chance to put my emotional turmoil out on paper and for the world to see." Erin … [Read more...]
Gang of Youths New Single 'Let Me Down Easy'
Sydney indie-rock group Gang of Youths is made up of Max Dunn (bass guitar), Jung Kim (guitar/keyboards), David Le'aupepe (lead vocals/piano), Joji Malani (lead guitar) and Donnie Borzestowski (drums). They have just released 'Let Me Down Easy' from their second studio album due for release August 18th, 2017. Let Me Down Easy is a catchy and easy-listening track with … [Read more...]
The Getaway Plan National Tour
The Getaway Plan are embarking on a national tour this September that will celebrate their breakthrough album 'Other Voices, Other Rooms' as well as fan favourites spanning their career. The shows will include two sets. The first will see 'Other Voices, Other Rooms' performed in its entirety while the second set will be filled with favourites from over the years. 'Other … [Read more...]
Album Review: The Best of ABC Kids Volume 4
The first three volumes of The Best of ABC Kids CDs have been extremely popular so the ABC have done it again, they have brought together the best of their iconic pre-school entertainers on one album. 27 tracks taken from your pre-schoolers favourite ABC shows together on one album that will get your child up and moving; singing along and dancing. Justine Clarke brings … [Read more...]


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Couture Creations Quick Release Die Paper Twin Pack (15cm x 5m)
2 rolls of quick release paper to make your die-cutting so much easier..
Each roll is 15cm (6 inches wide) x 5 metres. The paper is multi use as it helps keep your dies clean and their cutting edges sharp.
Works with most metal dies to make die cutting easier and cuts cleaner. Now you do not need to get the paper out of the die as each die cut piece comes out quickly and easier.
Just tear off some paper from the roll and place between your cutting die and the piece of card or paper you wish to cut. Run it through your machine as you would normally do. Your cut piece should come away easily from the die. A great useful product and easy to use.
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TNA does it again
Twitter for archivists
Catching up with myself a bit and I decided I should include something on how to use twitter in an archive, particularly as I've a new favourite tweeter - Orkney Library.
So what can you use twitter for in your archive? This great presentation by Lisa Grimm on slide share goes through the options:
Examples of twitter use that I'm liking are using it to 'tweet' original content like George Orwell's diaries, the UK War Cabinet's papers. Repositories using it to share news and information like Strathclyde Archive, West Yorkshire Archive and the National Archives. And Wiltshire Archive and their document delivery tweeting.
You can find me @kkingaling but I rarely post and even less rarely anything to do with archives. If I do I'll be sure to use the #archives tag.
Friday, 11 June 2010
Internet for Archives
A new and brilliant resource for finding out about archives has been produced by Lisa Jenkins of the Archives Hub. It takes the form of an online tutorial and goes through all the different resources there are for finding out information about archives and online catalogues on the Internet.
The tutorial was produced as part of the Virtual Training Suite to teach Internet research skills to students and researchers and help them find archive materials and information online.
"The tutorial has four main sections:
- Tour – focuses on the academic information landscape on the Internet and aims to create a mental map for students of the key scholarly sources for their subject.
- Discover – offers updated guidance on how to find scholarly information online; choosing the right search tool and looks at the importance of developing a search strategy.
- Judge – discusses how critical thinking can improve the quality of online research and provides guidance on how to judge which Internet resources are appropriate for University work.
- Success – provides practical examples of students using the Internet for research – successfully and unsuccessfully, so that students can learn from the mistakes of others, as well as by example."
Its an excellent resource to be able to point researchers towards as it explains all the different catalogues and portals that are available and what they should be used for. It also rather helpfully goes through an example catalogue result to explain what the different information fields are telling you and the different archival terms.
So, check it out and tell all your friends!
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
Virtual tour of 150 year old archive repository
The Parliamentary Archives have recently unveiled their virtual tour of the Victoria Tower which was built in 1860 as a state of the art facility to house the parliamentary archives.
The video can be viewed here and takes you through the archive storeroom and the original Act room, with information points about certain documents.
Also check out their introductory video to the archives on youtube


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The Golf Club at Cedar Creek will be back on the TRGA regular season schedule in 2015.
Cedar Creek, which hosted the 1997 Wisconsin State Open, and currently is a co-host of the LaCrosse County Amateur, is generally considered one of the top courses in the state. The TRGA Adult event is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2015. Cedar Creek will also host a TRGA Juniors tournament on Monday, June 15, 2015.
The additional tournament means there will be nine events on the TRGA Adult regular-season schedule for 2015. Players need to play in at least four events to qualify for the season championship tournament, which is hosted by The Bridges and The LaCrosse Country Club.
Other regular-season events will be held at Fox Hollow, Viroqua Hills, Cedar Valley, Forest Hills, Drugan's Castle Mound, Hiawatha, Trempealeau Mountain and River Run.


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General Information about Lead in Drinking Water
How Lead Gets into Drinking Water
Lead can enter drinking water when service pipes that contain lead corrode, especially where the water has high acidity or low mineral content that corrodes pipes and fixtures. The most common problem is with brass or chrome-plated brass faucets and fixtures with lead solder, from which significant amounts of lead can enter into the water, especially hot water.
Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead pipes, fixtures and solder. In Howard County the County is not aware of any lead services. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) has reduced the maximum allowable lead content -- that is, content that is considered "lead-free" -- to be a weighted average of 0.25 percent calculated across the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures and 0.2 percent for solder and flux.
Corrosion is a dissolving or wearing away of metal caused by a chemical reaction between water and your plumbing. A number of factors are involved in the extent to which lead enters the water, including:
To address corrosion of lead and copper into drinking water, EPA issued the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) under the authority of the SDWA. One requirement of the LCR is corrosion control treatment to prevent lead and copper from contaminating drinking water. Corrosion control treatment means utilities must make drinking water less corrosive to the materials it comes into contact with on its way to consumers' taps. Learn more about EPA's regulations to prevent lead in drinking water.
Source USEPA https://www.epa.gov/your-drinking-water/basic-information-about-lead-drinking-water#getinto
How does lead get into my tap water?
Measures taken during the last two decades have greatly reduced exposures to lead in tap water. These measures include actions taken under the requirements of the 1986 and 1996 amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act (http://www.epa.gov/sdwa) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Lead and Copper Rule (http://www.epa.gov/dwreginfo/lead-and-copper-rule). Even so, lead still can be found in some metal water taps, interior water pipes, or pipes connecting a house to the main water pipe in the street. Lead found in tap water usually comes from the corrosion of older fixtures or from the solder that connects pipes. When water sits in leaded pipes for several hours, lead can leach into the water supply.
How do I know if my tap water is contaminated with lead?
The only way to know whether your tap water contains lead is to have it tested. You cannot see, taste, or smell lead in drinking water. Therefore, you must ask your water provider whether your water has lead in it. For homes served by public water systems, data on lead in tap water may be available on the Internet from your local water authority.
Does a high lead level in my tap water cause health effects?
High levels of lead in tap water can cause health effects if the lead in the water enters the bloodstream and causes an elevated blood lead level. Most studies show that exposure to lead-contaminated water alone would not be likely to elevate blood lead levels in most adults, even exposure to water with a lead content close to the EPA action level for lead of 15 parts per billion (ppb). Risk will vary, however, depending on the individual, the circumstances, and the amount of water consumed. For example, infants who drink formula prepared with lead-contaminated water may be at a higher risk because of the large volume of water they consume relative to their body size.
Can I shower in lead-contaminated water?
Yes. Bathing and showering should be safe for you and your children, even if the water contains lead over EPA's action level. Human skin does not absorb lead in water.
This information applies to most situations and to a large majority of the population, but individual circumstances may vary. Some situations, such as cases involving highly corrosive water,(not the case in Howard County) may require additional recommendations or more stringent actions. Your local water authority is always your first source for testing and identifying lead contamination in your tap water. Many public water authorities have websites that include data on drinking water quality, including results of lead testing. Links to such data can be found on the EPA Consumer Confidence Report website.
What can I do to reduce or eliminate lead in my tap water?
If your tap water contains lead at levels exceeding EPA's action level of 15 ppb, you should take action to minimize your exposure to the lead in the water.
You should begin by asking your water authority these questions:
1. Does my water have lead in it above EPA's action level of 15 parts per billion (ppb)?
If the answer is no, no action is needed.
If the answer is yes, also ask the next question:
2. Does the service pipe at the street (header pipe) have lead in it? (Howard County is not aware of any lead services in Howard County Planned Service Area, served by public water)
This information is very important. It determines which of the next two actions
A) If the pipe in the street (header pipe) DOES NOT have lead, the lead in your tap water may be coming from fixtures, pipes, or elsewhere inside your home.
Until you eliminate the source, you should take the following steps any time you wish to use tap water for drinking or cooking, especially when the water has been off and sitting in the pipes for more than 6 hours:
a. Before using any tap water for drinking or cooking, flush your water system by running the kitchen tap (or any other tap you take drinking or cooking water from) on COLD for 1–2 minutes;
b. Then, fill a clean container(s) with water from this tap. This water will be suitable for drinking, cooking, preparation of baby formula, or other consumption. To conserve water, collect multiple containers of water at once (after you have fully flushed the water from the tap as described).
Until the lead source is eliminated, you should take the following steps any time you wish to use tap water for drinking or cooking, especially when the water has been off and sitting in the pipes for more than 6 hours. Please note that additional flushing is necessary:
a. Before using any tap water for drinking or cooking, run high-volume taps (such as your shower) on COLD for 5 minutes or more;
b. Then, run the kitchen tap on COLD for 1–2 additional minutes;
c. Fill a clean container(s) with water from this tap. This water will be suitable for drinking, cooking, preparation of baby formula, or other consumption. To conserve water, collect multiple containers of water at once (after you have fully flushed the water from the tap as described).
3. In all situations, drink or cook only with water that comes out of the tap cold. Water that comes out of the tap warm or hot can contain much higher levels of lead. Boiling this water will NOT reduce the amount of lead in your water.
4. You can also reduce or eliminate your exposure to lead in drinking water by consuming only bottled water or water from a filtration system that has been certified by an independent testing organization to reduce or eliminate lead. See resources below.
5. Children and pregnant women are especially vulnerable to the effects of lead exposure. Therefore, for homes with children or pregnant women and with water lead levels exceeding EPA's action level of 15 ppb, CDC recommends using bottled water or water from a filtration system that has been certified by an independent testing organization to reduce or eliminate lead for cooking, drinking, and baby formula preparation. Because most bottled water does not contain fluoride, a fluoride supplement may be necessary.
Also, some bottled waters have not been tested and may not be appropriate for consumption. Contact independent testing organizations that certify bottled water. See resources below.
6. Make sure that repairs to copper pipes do not use lead solder.
Advice for lead safe water practices after plumbing work in housing with lead water lines or lead solder.
These practices include
Testing water after plumbing work in older housing. Please contact your state lead program(http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/programs/default.htm) for information about water testing in your area.
Inspecting the aerator on the end of the faucet and removing any debris such as metal particles.
Flushing water lines before using the water for drinking or cooking.
If my water has high lead levels, is it safe to take a bath or shower?
Yes. Bathing and showering should be safe for you and your children, even if the water contains lead over EPA's action level. Human skin does not absorb lead in water.
This information applies to most situations and to a large majority of the population, but individual circumstances may vary. Some situations, such as cases involving highly corrosive water, may require additional recommendations or more stringent actions. Your local water authority is always your first source for testing and identifying lead contamination in your tap water. Many public water authorities have websites that include data on drinking water quality, including results of lead testing. Links to such data can be found on the EPA website: http://www.epa.gov/ccr.
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*The health effects information on this page is not intended to catalog all possible health effects for lead. Rather, it is intended to let you know about the most significant and probable health effects associated with lead in drinking water.
Is there a safe level of lead in drinking water?
The Safe Drinking Water Act requires EPA to determine the level of contaminants in drinking water at which no adverse health effects are likely to occur with an adequate margin of safety. These non-enforceable health goals, based solely on possible health risks, are called maximum contaminant level goals (MCLGs). EPA has set the maximum contaminant level goal for lead in drinking water at zero because lead is a toxic metal that can be harmful to human health even at low exposure levels. Lead is persistent, and it can bioaccumulate in the body over time.
Young children, infants, and fetuses are particularly vulnerable to lead because the physical and behavioral effects of lead occur at lower exposure levels in children than in adults. A dose of lead that would have little effect on an adult can have a significant effect on a child. In children, low levels of exposure have been linked to damage to the central and peripheral nervous system, learning disabilities, shorter stature, impaired hearing, and impaired formation and function of blood cells.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that public health actions be initiated when the level of lead in a child's blood is 5 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL) or more.
It is important to recognize all the ways a child can be exposed to lead. Children are exposed to lead in paint, dust, soil, air, and food, as well as drinking water. If the level of lead in a child's blood is at or above the CDC action level of 5 micrograms per deciliter, it may be due to lead exposures from a combination of sources. EPA estimates that drinking water can make up 20 percent or more of a person's total exposure to lead. Infants who consume mostly mixed formula can receive 40 percent to 60 percent of their exposure to lead from drinking water.
Even low levels of lead in the blood of children can result in:
In rare cases, ingestion of lead can cause seizures, coma and even death.
Pregnant Women
Lead can accumulate in our bodies over time, where it is stored in bones along with calcium. During pregnancy, lead is released from bones as maternal calcium and is used to help form the bones of the fetus. This is particularly true if a woman does not have enough dietary calcium. Lead can also cross the placental barrier exposing the fetus to lead. This can result in serious effects to the mother and her developing fetus, including:
Find out more about lead's effects on pregnancy:
Lead can also be transmitted through breast milk. Read more on lead exposure in pregnancy and lactating women (PDF) (302 pp, 4.3 MB) .
Lead is also harmful to adults. Adults exposed to lead can suffer from:
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Actions you can take to reduce your exposure to lead in drinking water
· Always cook starting with cold water. Hot water dissolves more lead at a high rates than cold water.
· Flush any fixture for 5 seconds before drawing water to drink, again only use cold water for consumption.
· Clean the screens on water fixtures and clear them of any material. The screen can generally be unscrewed turning it counter clockwise. Generally the material found on those screens are solder particles, in older homes that solder is partially lead.
· Only have registered plumbers work on you copper pipes to assure they use the proper solder to join the pipes.
· To minimize lead exposure risk, after flushing pipes, draw a pitcher of cold water and use that as a source of drinking water for the day.
· You can minimize lead exposure in your drinking water by adding an aftermarket filter specifically designed to remove all lead, but that device must be serviced at prescribed increments. Remember Howard County water tests very low for lead content.
· If you chose to use bottled water remember most bottled water does not contain fluoride, a fluoride supplement may be necessary.
EPA's Drinking Water Regulations for Lead
In 1974, Congress passed the Safe Drinking Water Act. This law requires EPA to determine the level of contaminants in drinking water at which no adverse health effects are likely to occur with an adequate margin of safety. These non-enforceable health goals, based solely on possible health risks are called maximum contaminant level goals (MCLGs). The MCLG for lead is zero. EPA has set this level based on the best available science which shows there is no safe level of exposure to lead.
For most contaminants, EPA sets an enforceable regulation called a maximum contaminant level (The highest level of a contaminant that EPA allows in drinking water. MCLs ensure that drinking water does not pose either a short-term or long-term health risk. EPA sets MCLs at levels that are economically and technologically feasible. Some states set MCLs which are more strict than EPA's.) (MCL) based on the MCLG. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as possible, considering cost, benefits and the ability of public water systems to detect and remove contaminants using suitable treatment technologies.
However, because lead contamination of drinking water often results from corrosion of the plumbing materials belonging to water system customers, EPA established a treatment technique rather than an MCL for lead. A treatment technique is an enforceable procedure or level of technological performance which water systems must follow to ensure control of a contaminant.
The treatment technique regulation for lead (referred to as the Lead and Copper Rule) requires water systems to control the corrosivity of the water. The regulation also requires systems to collect tap samples from sites served by the system that are more likely to have plumbing materials containing lead. If more than 10 percent of tap water samples exceed the lead action level of 15 parts per billion, then water systems are required to take additional actions including:
EPA issued the Lead and Copper Rule in 1991 and revised the regulation in 2000 and 2007. States may set more stringent drinking water regulations than EPA.
In addition:
How EPA Requires States and Public Water Systems to Protect Drinking Water
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requires EPA to establish and enforce standards that public drinking water systems must follow. EPA delegates primary enforcement responsibility (also called primacy) for public water systems to states, and tribes if they meet certain requirements. Learn more about:
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Angelo Mosca
Angelo Mosca was born in Chieti in 1961. He lives and works in Ortona, London and Milan. He got his degree in Communication and Sociology He began to exhibit in the nineties. In 2009 he founded Gallery / Gallery in Ortona, a critical nonprofit space, crossroads of artists, thinkers and poets. In 2013 he starts the collective experience
"The artist in the system and his time" at Castel di Ieri, near L'Aquila.
His solo exhibitions include:
" Me e Pirandello " Galleria Six Milan, 2017
"Genesis of a Painting", at Yellow, an artist-run space, Varese, 2017;
Lorenzo Vatalaro Gallery, Milan, 2014; Spazio Cabinet, Milan, 2011 (with Gianni Caravaggio and Michele Tocca); MARS, Milan, 2010; Annarumma 404, Naples, 2003 and 2007; Wendy Cooper Gallery, Chicago, 2006; Federico Luger Gallery, Milan, 2005; Modern Culture, New York, 2004; Jan Wagner Gallery, Berlin; Galleria Guido Carbone, Turin, 1996.
In 2007, on the occasion of the third edition of the Prague Biennale, he was appointed curator of the "Italian Painting" pavilion, created by Mosca himself. In 2015, with Michele Tocca, he was the curator of the exhibition at the Casino dei Principi of Villa Torlonia, Rome, and of the book titled "Italian Painting ... and other minor stories" which was subsequently presented at the Milan Triennale.


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Check Out Ottawa's Annual Muslim Community Conference I.LEAD This SaturdayWritten by Chelby Daigle
The I.LEAD conference is back for a fifth year and will take place on Saturday, July 15th. Tickets can be purchased online here.
Muslim Link interviewed the I.LEAD organizers about what people could look forward to at this year's conference.
1. What is the theme of this year's conference? How and why was this theme chosen?
The theme of this year's conference is "With hardship comes ease." The theme is not only inspired by the global turmoils taking place in this day and age, but it also serves as a reminder to us that hardship and pain are a natural part of life. However, we are reminded by Allah in ayas 5--6 in surat Ash-Sharh that "So verily with hardship comes ease, verily with hardship comes ease." The beautiful islands we see in oceans are created out of violent volcanoes. The gold has to taste the fire to be pure. Without the pain of childbirth, we wouldn't exist. This message serves as beacon of hope for Muslims who are struggling at a personal level, as an ummah and worldwide.
2. Who makes up the organizing team behind I.LEAD this year? How is it different than in past years?
This year's I.LEAD team has some of the familiar faces that have been with I.LEAD since its inception, along with a lot of new faces. One thing that I.Lead is particularly thrilled about is the increase in youth involvement in the planning process, program selection and overall conference in general. The younger generation not only bring a lot of unique ideas and perspectives to the conference, but also an abundance of enthusiasm and positive energy. We feel that this is also representative in the speakers as we have some younger speakers this year to attract the youth and help engage them and reach them on a personal level.
3. How were speakers selected for the conference?
The speakers were selected based on their record of topics they delivered in the past, and their relevancy to the theme. We tried to choose a diverse selection between Canadian and US speakers, females and males as well as from different ethnic backgrounds and schools of thoughts. We also have new faces as we have invited many speakers that have not spoken at I.LEAD in previous years, including younger speakers (Amal Kassir, 24) to engage and motivate our Muslim youth.
4. Tell us about your speaker lineup and what insights you hope they will offer Ottawa's Muslim communities?
We have a great line-up of speakers this year, Alhamdulillah. Our speakers are Sheikh Suhaib Webb, Sheikh Musleh Khan, Amal Kassir, Sheikh Saad Tasleem, Asmaa Hussein, Sheikh Daood Butt and Sheikh Navaid Aziz. The speakers are chosen from different backgrounds. Some are very famous speakers and some are new but talented speakers. This year we tried to have all the speakers from North America to be aware of topics affecting our youth and to be able to relate to them. To learn more about the speakers visit here.
5. Will there be a bazaar? Are there still opportunities for vendors to purchase a booth?
Yes, like every year, I.LEAD will be having a bazaar. Unfortunately as we are just a few days away from the conference we do not have any more spots available for vendors. However, we hope that everyone visits the bazaar as it is always filled with bustling activity and interesting booths. In addition to the products and services offered by vendors, organisations and businesses, it also serves as a great time to connect and meet with people from Ottawa as well as nearby cities.
6. Community members have raised concerns with the I.LEAD organizing team that the lineup of speakers this year is less reflective of the diversity of Ottawa's Muslim communities than the lineup had been in previous years, such as the lack of inclusion of any Black speakers, despite Black Muslims being a very large part of Ottawa's Muslim community and the inclusion of quality Black speakers in every previous year of I.LEAD.
There are also no French sessions, despite the reality that many Muslims in Ottawa-Gatineau are Francophone, and French sessions were included in previous years of I.LEAD.
What is I.LEAD doing to address these legitimate concerns from the community this year? How will the conference organizing team ensure that next year's conference will return to I.LEAD's tradition of reflecting Ottawa's diverse Muslim communities?
In Islam we're taught that there is no difference in our colours, be it black or white. However, we understand there are many factors affecting Black Canadians, especially Black Muslim Canadians that deserve attention. Please be assured that we approached many different speakers for this year's conference but our final line-up was chosen based on availability and interest, as our purpose is not to fill our line-up with a speakers from each ethnicity. We do however try our best to showcase the diversity that is present in our community. We approached many different speakers, including many Black speakers for this year's conference, but our final line up was chosen based on availability and interest. It is important to keep in mind that many highly recognized and renowned speakers are often in high demand and require over a year in advance to book. We are proud that we have had many highly intellectual Black speakers in previous years, such as Sheikh Yasser Fazaga and Sheikh Said Regeah. Our lack of Black speakers is in no way meant to exclude any of our Black Muslim brothers and sisters and we encourage [them]to come to ILEAD to keep communicating openly regarding any issues and feedback.
With regard to the French program, we did have French sessions offered in previous years to serve our francophone community. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, our French speakers cancelled at the last minute and it put us in a position where we did not have adequate time to select another line-up. However, we hope that our francophone brothers and sisters who are able to understand English will still be able to come out and enjoy our esteemed speakers.
7. Can people still volunteer for this year's conference? Will community service hours be provided for high school students?
Unfortunately at this time we have already reached our capacity level for volunteers, however, we do provide volunteer hours for those who signed up in advance to volunteer at I.Lead. In fact, just last Saturday we held our I.LEAD Volunteer Orientation and we cannot wait to see them again on the 15th!
8. How could community members volunteer with the I.LEAD organizing team to help with theme-development, speaker selection, logistics, volunteer recruitment, sales and promotion for next year's conference?
I.LEAD has always been very receptive to ideas and feedback from the community and we can be reached online through our website, email or on our Facebook page. In addition, we always provide a space for our attendees to provide their insight, impressions and constructive criticism as we continually strive to build on and improve our annual conference.
This year, for the first time at I.LEAD we're having an Open Mic session during the lunch break which will be moderated by one of our speakers and in which our I.LEAD team members will be taking notes for future conferences. This Open Mic session will be open to community members to have their say regarding I.LEAD programming, speakers, organization, etc. and they will also be encouraged to discuss other local issues and concerns that may be relevant. We encourage people to take advantage of this new initiative in order to have all community members, from the youth to the elderly and of diverse backgrounds, to get engaged in this conference as well as in future events.
9. Is there anything else you would like to add?
Alhamdulillah, this is our 5th I.LEAD conference and every year we're trying to improve and build on our programs at a grassroots level as well as based on feedback and information derived from other conferences.
I.LEAD is organized by the following organizations: Assunnah Muslims Association (AMA), Outaouais Islamic Centre of Gatineau, Islam Care Centre, Islamic Society of Gloucester, Jamiatul Muslemeen of Ottawa-Carleton (Jami Omar), Kanata Muslim Association (KMA), Muslim Association of Canada - Ottawa Chapter (MAC), Ottawa Muslim Association (OMA), South Nepean Muslim Community (SNMC), Islamic Society of Sandy Hill, Carleton University Muslim Student Assoaciation (CUMSA) and the University of Ottawa Muslim Student Association (UOMSA).
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Aliaa Elmahdy started her own tiny revolution online recently, and she did it by owning her own naked truth.
We leave trails of information behind absolutely everywhere we go, and regardless of whether we've voluntarily joined the location-aware app revolution, something is out there, watching and learning about us.
Sometimes that's a company, and sometimes it's an oppressive regime. As with any new technology the potential exists to use these piles of data droppings you leave behind for good, or for evil.
Looking for the patterns in static
They start to make sense the longer I'm at it.
—Death Cab for Cutie, "Lightness"
Google scans our Gmail to find particular points of interest with which to serve us more relevant ads. Facebook multiplies its value to marketers by knowing exactly what we "like." And, while both of those tactics might seem a little creepy on the surface, for the most part they are innocuous. At the least, they haven't slowed either's growth.
However, just last week, a federal judge ruled that data about messages passed in private on Twitter—through the Twitter version of email, dubbed direct messages—aren't private at all.
What's a social-Web loving nerd who longs for both privacy and connection to do?
Consider legendary Denver Broncos Quarterback John Elway. Elway, obviously a sought-after celebrity, once admitted that when he wants to hide in plain sight, he wears his own jersey: "I go to the mall that way. They know it's not me because they say there's no way Elway would be wearing his own jersey in the mall. So it actually is the safest thing to do."
There is a lesson in John's strategy. Information is only exciting if it's a secret. When you take a secret public, you remove others' power over that secret, and reclaim it for yourself.
So it was with Elmahdy, an Egyptian woman who took an incredible risk by exposing herself to the Internet, very literally. She broke long-standing social norms and Egyptian law by doing something completely unheard of in her country, posting naked pictures online. While in the Western world nudity has become almost completely passé, in Egypt, it's still a crime.
As one Facebook user, Najat Kessler, wrote, "I so love YOU and RESPECT YOU Aliaa! I just dicovered [sic] your blog this morning and I am still speechless! Thank you so much for giving us a lesson in what having courage means!"
Perhaps we should all show the same courage in the face of our new data-driven world. Let it all hang out. The corporations may mine our personal tidbits for market share. We can exploit them in a way they never can: for beauty and personal growth.


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Current Clinical Trials & Studies
Trial of Dichloroacetate in Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex Deficiency: (DCA/PDCD)
University of Florida is conducting a research study for a pivotal phase 3 trial of treatment with the investigational drug dichloroacetate (DCA) in young children with deficiency of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex (PDC). Learn more here.
Mayo Clinic Seeks Volunteers for Research Study
Mayo Clinic is seeking volunteers with mitochondrial disorders (mitochondrial myopathy, chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia (CPEO), or Kearns-Sayre), ages 15-80, to participate in a research study. Learn more here.
Reneo Pharmaceuticals has initiated a clinical study in the U.S. for patients with fatty acid oxidation disorders.
For more information, click here.
Primary Mitochondrial Myopathy Clinical Trial Update, the Importance of the Voice of the Patient and a Review of the Healthcare Costs Associated with the Management of Mitochondrial Disease.
Additional information and details can be found here.
Mito-Epigen Program
The Mito-EpiGen Program focuses on an array of inherited mitochondrial diseases, such as Mitochondrial Encephalopathy Lactic Acidosis and Stroke-like episodes (MELAS), Maternally Inherited Leigh Syndrome (MILS), Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), and PolG-related mitochondrial diseases. Patients are being recruited to participate in our pre-clinical studies.
The Mito-EpiGen Program entails an active collaboration between basic researchers and clinicians to design novel therapeutic approaches to mitigate the chronic energy deficit in patients. Dr. Gropman performs skin biopsies on patients who have been genetically diagnosed mitochondrial disorder. The Chiaramello laboratory then derives fibroblasts from the skin biopsy to test an array of small molecules with therapeutic potential aimed at reducing the load of diseased mitochondria and alleviating the clinical symptoms in patients.
For information regarding current clinical trials for LHON patients, please click here to be taken to a page that has that information.
Trial of Erythrocyte Encapsulated Thymidine Phosphorylase In Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalomyopathy (TEETPIM)
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety, tolerability, action and effectiveness of repeated doses of Erythrocyte Encapsulated Thymidine Phosphorylase (EE-TP) for the treatment of patients with Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalomyopathy (MNGIE).
MNGIE is a rare inherited disease that mainly affects the digestive and nervous system and is caused by a defect in the function of an enzyme called thymidine phosphorylase. This loss of function causes certain molecules (thymidine and deoxyuridine) to accumulate in cells which leads to toxic damage to these cells. The disease can be confirmed by detecting variations (mutations) in the thymidine phosphorylase gene (TYMP). Currently there are no specific treatments for patients with MNGIE, whose effectiveness has been shown through clinical trials. The potential treatment for MNGIE offered in this trial is an enzyme replacement therapy, i.e. replacing functional thymidine phosphorylase. This treatment uses the patients own red blood cells in which thymidine phosphorylase is encapsulated to produce EE-TP (the study drug). EE-TP is created using a machine named a Red Cell Loader (RCL) and is then administered back to the patient
[11C]PK11195 PET as a Biomarker to Diagnose and Monitor Natural History in Mitochondrial Disease
United Kingdom
This is a small study to see if researchers can use the molecule [11C]PK11195 to diagnose and study the progression of mitochondrial disease.
See more information and details about this study here. This study seeks patients 18-70 years old, male or female with the following:
- Mitochondrial disease caused by mutations in mtDNA , e.g., MELAS or LHON
- Mitochondrial disease caused by mutations in SPG7 or POLG genes
The Role of Nicotinamide Riboside in Mitochondrial Biogenesis
United Kingdom
The aim of this study is to investigate if the same B vitamin, Nicotinamide Riboside, can increase energy production and reduce symptoms in humans with mitochondrial disease. This study seeks patients 18-70 years old, male or female with mitochondrial disease caused by a single mitochondrial DNA deletion, as well as a diagnosis of Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia (PEO) and exercise intolerance. See details of this study here.
Pediatric Mitochondrial Disorders Clinical Trial BioElectron Technology Corporation, formerly Edison Pharmaceuticals (BioE-743, formerly EPI-743)
BioE-743 is administered orally, passes into the brain, and works by regulating key enzymes involved in the synthesis and regulation of energy metabolism. A pediatric-focused Phase 2b trial of BioE-743 was completed at the end of 2014 and BioElectron continues to analyze trial data, meet with regulatory authorities worldwide and prepare for a next set of clinical trials across a number of mitochondrial disorders.
Not actively recruiting — Check here for information.
Adult Mitochondrial Disorders Clinical Trials
Reata Pharmaceuticals (RTA 408, omavaloxolone)– In preclinical studies RTA 408 was shown to target inflammatory, metabolic, and mitochondrial pathways by inducing Nrf2 and suppressing NF-kB. Unlike other drugs in development for the treatment of mitochondrial disease, RTA 408 directly affects mitochondrial function and energy production in muscle cells. In 2015, Reata launched a Phase 2 clinical trial (the MOTOR study) to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and pharmacodynamics of RTA 408 in the treatment of adult patients with mitochondrial myopathy. Exercise capacity is utilized in MOTOR as the primary efficacy endpoint through measuring change in peak work during maximal exercise testing. Currently patients are being enrolled across 9 sites in the dose-ranging portion of this 2-part study. Initial results on the dose-ranging portion (part 1) are expected in early 2018.
Actively Recruiting – check here for information
Stealth BioTheapeutics (MTP-131, elamipretide)- MTP-131 is a small molecule peptide designed to penetrate the cellular and outer mitochondrial membrane and target cardiolipin, which is found exclusively in the inner mitochondrial membrane. MTP-131 has been shown to positively impact dysfunctional mitochondria in nonclinical studies, with no effect in healthy mitochondria. In June 2016 Stealth reported positive preliminary findings on topline data from a Phase 1/2 study to evaluate safety, tolerability and efficacy of MTP-131 to treat mitochondrial myopathy in adult patients with genetically-confirmed mitochondrial disease (MMPOWER study). A follow-on Phase 2 trial (MMPOWER2) focused on subcutaneous efficacy launched returned positive data in 2017. In anticipation of a Phase 3 trial in 2018, Stealth has launched a 1-year observational study (RePOWER) from which Phase 3 participants will be recruited.
Actively Recruiting – check here for information
Pearson Study at Cleveland Clinic
The Cleveland Clinic is excited to announce that Dr. Sumit Parikh is able to enter subjects remotely into the Pearson Natural History study even if they are not able to visit Cleveland. You do not have to be a patient of Dr. Parikh or Cleveland Clinic to be a part of the study. The Pearson Natural History study is an observational study to obtain information on the natural course of Pearson syndrome through collection of data from your child's medical records every 6 months. If enrolling remotely, Dr. Parikh will be unable to provide medical advice. For any questions about the Pearson Natural History study, please contact research coordinator, Irys Caristo, at 216-444-0173 or 800-223-2273, extension 40173.
AWaRDS Study: Adults with Rare Disorders Support
Oregon State University, in partnership with the National Organization for Rare Disorders, this will be the first large-scale study about the information and psychosocial support needs of people living with rare disorders. The purpose of this research study is to assess these needs, from the perspectives of people with a variety of rare disorders, to find similarities and differences across disorders. To ensure that results reflect the diversity of the rare disease community, it is crucial that as many people living with a rare disease as possible take part. For details on participation, click here for the flier.
Mitochondrial Disease Participants Needed for New Research Study at CHOP and HUP
Individuals with mitochondrial disease are needed for an observational research study at CHOP and HUP. The study involves non-invasive MRI methods and blood glucose tests to focus on the relationship between mitochondrial disease, obesity, and risk of diabetes. To be potentially eligible for the research study, we require the following:
-Medical history consistent with the clinical diagnosis of mitochondrial disease and a molecular genetic diagnosis
-Be between the ages of 18 to 65 years, inclusive
-Able to fast for 10 hours overnight
-Able to complete a 90-minute MRI scan and blood glucose testing
Participants will meet with the principal investigator, Dr. Shana McCormack, MD, and complete a 2-day study visit at HUP and CHOP, including an overnight stay. We conduct only minimally-invasive procedures with full safety monitoring and there are no study medications or sedation.We may be able to provide reimbursement for travel, lodging, and food. In addition, participants have the potential to obtain clinically-relevant laboratory results and compensation of up to $275.00.Additional information about the study is also located here . To learn more about the research study and determine your eligibility, contact Sara Nguyen at email@example.com or (267) 426-7165
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Mitochondrial Disease Research m.3243A>G Mutation Carriers and Maternal Relatives
Mitochondrial Disease
· Mitochondria are small cellular organelles that are responsible for making energy.
· Mitochondria contain DNA that instructs our cells to make some of the "machinery" needed for energy production.
· Genetic mutations in the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) can result in serious health problems.
· A common genetic mutation is the m.3243A>G which can result in a serious disorder calledMitochondrial Encephalopathy Lactic Acidosis and Stroke-like Episodes (MELAS).
· Many of the m.3243A>G carriers do not have MELAS but may have clinical symptoms caused by the mutation such as hearing loss, gastrointestional issues and diabetes.
Purpose of the study: To improve our understanding of the implications of the m.3243A>G mutation through MRI/MRS, cognitive studies, blood and urine biomarkers, heteroplasmy levels and motor skills testing. This information could be used to identify future treatment options.
Where does this study take place? You will travel to New York City, NY to attend a 1 day outpatient research visit. Patients unwilling to travel may participate by providing blood and urine samples only at their local Quest Laboratory.
Who Qualifies? Known carriers of the m.3243A>G mutation and their maternal relatives (carrier status is not required) and controls (non-carriers).
Benefits: This study may not benefit you directly, but may advance knowledge about mitochondrial disease caused by the m.3243A>G mutation. The results of this study may help develop treatment options.
Privacy: Your study related samples and data will be given a unique identifying code that does not include any personally identifying information about you.
Cost : Travel and hotel costs are covered by the study. Research procedures are free.
To participate, contact Kris Engelstad MS, CGC. 1-212-305-6834 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Posted 3/25/15
Recruiting children and adults with PDC
Physicians at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio are currently recruiting children and adults with pyruvate dehydrogenase complex (PDC) deficiency and other disorders of pyruvate metabolism for a research study seeking to better understand the genetic causes, symptoms, usefulness of current treatments, and outcomes for these disorders. The research project involves completing a questionnaire about the individual or family's medical history and experiences with PDC deficiency or other disorder of pyruvate metabolism, review of medical records by the researchers, and in some cases, genetic testing. No experimental treatments will be given as part of the study, and travel is not necessary. If you are interested in learning more about this research study, please contact Audrey Lynn, study coordinator, at 216-844-3936 option 2.
Participate in this important survey for parents of children with complex medical needs.
Mitochondrial Disease Study at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania.


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Star Citizen Devs Settle Their Lawsuit with Crytek
The suit was originally filed in 2017.
The suit was originally filed in 2017.
The final financial frontier.
Cloud Imperium Games announced tonight that is switching game engine to Amazon's Lumberyard
CIG's 20-minute video details the difficulty the team had in getting a full demo of Squadron 42 ready to show the masses.
This is an opportunity to dive into the game and play everything that CIG has released to backers so far.
A deeply impressive demo and a disappointing delay mark the divide in this year's Citizencon.
The demo was deeply impressive but the planet on show won't be in the game any time soon.
Squadron 42's delay is not surprising but it has taken a long time to be officially confirmed.
Star Citizen's most vociferous detractors claim that it's all a scam; its defenders maintain that everything is totally fine. The truth, as is so often the case, is not so simple.
Ever spent hundreds on a game? How about thousands? Tens of thousands? These people have. How do they feel about it?
Squadron 42 had been due out by the end of 2016.
Refunds are possible but not easy.
A change to Star Citizen's Terms of Service is cause for concern for new backers.
Reach for the stars.
Cynics and the curiously-minded can trial-run a week's worth of Cloud Imperium's wildly ambitious space sim for zero pence from Friday.
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As you advance in level, you gain a number of benefits that improve your capabilities. These benefits are called feats. Typically, a feat doesn't give you a new ability, but instead improves something you're already able to do. A feat might provide a bonus to a skill check, grant a bonus to one of your defense scores, or
allow you to ignore a particular restriction or penalty in certain situations. Some feats also allow you to use skills in different ways, alter the effects of your
powers, improve your racial traits, or even grant you capabilities from another class.
This chapter discusses all aspects of feats:
- Choosing Feats: How you gain feats and how they work.
- Feat Descriptions: Full explanation of each feat and what it does.
- Multiclass Feats: Discussion of the multiclassing rules and the feats involved
Choosing Feats
When you create a 1st-level character, you select one feat. (If you're human, you have an additional feat at 1st level, so you start with two feats.) You gain an addi-
tional feat at every even-numbered level and at 11th and 21st levels. When you choose a feat, you must meet the feat's prerequisites. Generally, you can't take the same feat more than once, and most of the time you wouldn't want to. A few feats, however, specify that you can take the same feat multiple times. That means you can apply the bonus from the feat to more than one situation—multiple weapon groups, powers you know, and so on.
How Feats Work
Most feats give you small, static bonuses to one of the numbers on your character sheet. When picking feats, there's one important rule to remember about these bonuses: Bonuses of the same type don't add together (or stack).
Some of these bonuses apply in any situation. These are defined as feat bonuses: Great Fortitude gives you a +2 feat bonus to your Fortitude defense, and that bonus is always in effect. If you have two feat bonuses that apply to the same number, only the higher bonus applies—the bonuses don't add together. So if you have both Alertness (which gives you a +2 feat bonus to Perception checks) and Elven Senses (which gives you a +1 feat bonus to Perception checks), you have only a +2 bonus—the bonuses don't add up to +3. A bonus that's untyped (such as one expressed as simply a "+2 bonus") usually applies only in certain situations.
These situational bonuses reward particular combat tactics. For example, Combat Ref lexes gives you a +1 bonus to attack rolls with opportunity attacks. Unlike feat bonuses, however, untyped bonuses stack with themselves. If you have both Defensive Advantage (which gives you a +2 bonus to your AC against a foe when you have combat advantage) and Defensive Mobility (a feat that gives you a +2 bonus to your AC against opportunity attacks), you have a +4 bonus as long as both circumstances apply. Bonuses of different types stack as well. If you have Fleet-Footed and Fast Runner, you have a +1 feat bonus to your speed all the time (from Fleet-Footed), and an additional +2 bonus when you charge or run (from Fast Runner). So your speed when you charge is 3 higher than it would be if you had neither feat.
For more details, see "Bonuses and Penalties".
Feats and Keywords: When a feat provides a benefit related to using a power that has a keyword, that benefit applies when you use a power of a magic item, as well as when you use a power granted by your class, your race, or another feat.
Types of Feats
A few types of feats have special rules that apply to all feats of the same category.
Class Feats
Class feats help characters of a specific class improve their class features and powers, or specialize their capabilities along the lines of their builds. A class feat
is denoted by the name of a class in brackets after the name of the feat: Expanded Spellbook [Wizard] is a feat that only wizards can take. Class feats are also available to characters who have taken a multiclass feat in the class the feat is associated with. For example, if you're a fighter who has the
Sneak of Shadows feat, you can take Press the Advantage, which is a rogue feat.
Divinity Feats
Divinity feats grant characters who have the Channel Divinity class feature (clerics and paladins) the use of special powers from their deity. The power associated
with each of these feats follows the feat description. A divinity feat is denoted by "Divinity" in brackets after the name of the feat.
Profession Feats
Profession feats grant characters the specialized skills that professionals have to perform tasks in society. Most of these feats are feats that are part of a tree linking professional skills together. Among some of these feats you'll find medical feats, piloting, and other skilled professionals that will create an additional dimension to your characters' class.
Multiclass Feats
Multiclass feats are a special category of feats. The complete rules for multiclassing and the associated feats are found on page 208. Most multiclass feats are denoted by a bracketed phrase that includes "Multiclass" followed by the name of a class: Student of Battle [Multiclass Warlord], for example, is the feat that lets you gain a feature of the warlord class.
Three of the multiclass feats in this book are of a different sort—they allow you to exchange a class power you have from your primary class for a power of the same type from the class you have chosen to multiclass in. These feats are denoted by a bracketed phrase that includes "Multiclass" followed by the type of power (Encounter, Utility, or Daily) that can be exchanged.
Racial Feats
Racial feats are available only to characters of a specific race. They build on the innate talents of each race and help you create a character who feels like an ideal representative of your race. A racial feat is denoted by the name of a race in brackets after the name of the feat: Lost in the Crowd [Kiltaran] is a feat that only kiltarans can take.
Feat Descriptions
The feats in this chapter are presented in the format described below.
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|Special: You can take this feat more than once. Each time you select this feat, choose three new langauges to learn. In the header that gives the name of the feat, the type of feat (if appropriated) appears in brackets after the name.
You must meet these additional requirements to take the feat. If you ever lose a prerequisite for a feat (for example, if you use the retraining system to replace training in a prerequisite skill with training in a different skill), you can't use that feat thereafter. If this entry is absent, the feat has no prerequisites.
This section (which might be more than one paragraph) describes the advantage you gain when you take the feat.
Occasionally, special rules apply to a feat. This entry specifies whether you can take the same feat multiple times and any provisions that apply if you do so. It also can indicate any other requirement for using the feat.
Heroic Tier Feats
Any feat in the following section is available to a character of any level who meets the prerequisites. Heroic tier feats are the only feats you can take if you are 10th level or lower.
Paragon Tier Feats
Any feat in the following section is available to a character of any level who meets the prerequisites. Paragon tier feats are the only feats you can take if you are between 11th level or 20th level.
Epic Tier Feats
Any feat in the following section is available to a character of 21st level or higher who meets the prerequisites.
Multiclass Feats
Multiclass feats allow you to dabble in the class features and powers of another class. You might be a fighter who dips his toe into wizardry, or a warlock who wants a smattering of rogue abilities. Each class has a class-specific multiclass feat that gives you access to features from that class.
Class Specific Feats
There are two restrictions on your choice of a class-specific multiclass feat. First, you can't take a multiclass feat for your own class. Second, once you take a multiclass feat, you can't take a class-specific feat for a different class. You can dabble in a second class but not a third.
A character who has taken a class-specific multiclass feat counts as a member of that class for the purpose of meeting prerequisites for taking other feats and qualifying for paragon paths. For example, a character who takes Initiate of the Faith counts as a cleric for the purpose of selecting feats that have cleric as a prerequisite. These feats can qualify you for other feats; for example, a warlock who takes Sneak of Shadows can use the rogue's Sneak Attack class feature, which means that he meets the prerequisite for the Backstabber feat.
Power-Swap Feats
The Novice Power, Acolyte Power, and Adept Power feats give you access to a power from the class for which you took a class-specific multiclass feat. That power replaces a power you would normally have from your primary class. When you take one of these power-swap feats, you give up a power of your choice from your primary class and replace it with a power of the same level or lower from the class you have multiclassed in.
Any time you gain a level, you can alter that decision. Effectively, pretend you're choosing the power-swap feat for the first time at the new level you've just gained. You gain back the power that you gave up originally from your primary class, lose the power that you chose from your second class, and make the trade again. You give up a different power from your primary class and replace it with a new power of the same level from your second class.
You can't use power-swap feats to replace powers you gain from your paragon path or epic destiny.
If you use retraining to replace a power-swap feat with another feat, you lose any power gained from the power-swap feat and regain a power of the same level from your primary class.
Paragon Multiclassing
If you have the Novice Power, Acolyte Power, and Adept Power feats for a class, you can choose to continue to gain powers from that class rather than take a paragon path. If you choose this option, you gain several benefits.
At 11th level, you can choose to replace one of your at-will powers with an at-will power from your second class.
In place of the paragon path encounter power gained at 11th level, you can select any encounter power of 7th level or lower from your second class.
In place of the paragon path utility power gained at 12th level, you can select any utility power of 10th level or lower from your second class.
In place of the paragon path daily power gained at 20th level, you can select any daily power of 19th level or lower from your second class.
Profession Feats
Any feat in the following section is available to a character of who meets the prerequisites.


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One of the single most prevalent business disaster that companies encounter is a loss of important data. While a robust firewall and other protective measures such as anti-virus protection and real-time monitoring provided by a managed services firm can help to drastically reduce data loss due to hackers, such IT solutions cannot prevent all data loss. This is because completely separate issues can also lead to a loss of data; these include failure of key hardware components such as disk drives, natural disasters, and errors made by employees who work with the data.
Preventing data loss is important, but it is just as important to build in processes and procedures that will allow for the quick restoration of data that vanishes from the current IT environment in use. Unfortunately, a majority of U.S. businesses have indicated that they lack confidence in data recovery procedures.
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There is nothing more pleasant than sitting in your favourite spot, preferably watching TV or reading a book, and petting your cat on your lap. Even if the cat might be just next to you, sleeping, his presence still manages to create a sense of comfort and inner peace.
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Having a cat as a pet, leads to your living a better life, and it also brightens your home.
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Another benefit of people taking care of cats is that they feel optimistic, and it actually does enrich their life. Feeling this way out, it also helps to get rid of shyness and hesitation.
There are many people who are cat-lovers. By sharing stories or showing off your cat will also help you on the social plane.
Woman are attracted to men who own a cat
Having one often suggests a higher level of intelligence and sensitivity for a man.
Think again if you are not happy with the amount of fur your cat sheds in the house. This tends to decrease the risk of allergies and asthma by building your resistance to allergens.
Studies show that the risk of stroke is decreased in the case of cat owners. Also, people who own cats tend to have lower blood pressure.
Moments of grief are dealt with much easier when you have a pet. Pets can't answer back or judge you and your feelings. All they do is remain quiet, enjoy being petted, and listen to you while you tell them what makes your heart so heavy.
If you have children, and they are feeling a bit under the weather, having a cat is a great therapy. They are wonderful calming companions both for adults, as well as children.
In today's busy and hectic lifestyle, where both parents have to work to try and make ends meet, they don't always have enough time for their children. This is more pronounced in the case of parents having a single child, with no brothers or sisters with whom to play with.
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As a result of this solitude, the child can grow up feeling neglected, and unwanted, which will eventually lead to anxiety and even depression at such an early age. According to statistics, one in eight children tends to have such disorders, which is quite alarming.
This is really sad, but it happens, even though some of us can't imagine that a child can have these serious problems. Thank goodness, these issues aren't normally related to preteen children since their body hasn't as yet developed the chemical changes to put them at risk. The risks are greater after puberty.
Cats have proved to be the best possible therapy for young children suffering from anxiety and depression. The healing powers cats possess is amazing. It is recommended that a child, under these circumstances, is given a cat as a companion. These felines offer uncomplicated and unconditional friendship and don't ask or expect anything. This is an ideal and simple relationship, which may very well help a child to make friends. The pet cat is an ideal subject to talk about, and a friendship with other like-minded children is assured.
This friendship can even lead to inviting other children round to the house, to play with the cat. The cat would also love all the attention it receives, so it's a win-win situation for all.
Cats are low-maintenance
Being low-maintenance pets, cats are ideal in these situations, especially if you live in an area which isn't really pet-friendly.
Cats are far from stupid, and quite happy to stay at home and enjoy the luxuries they find there. Why should they want to go outside when they can find all they want under a safe roof? In other words, apart from not having to take the cat for a walk like you need to with a dog, the cat also doesn't want to go out.
For some reason, many may think that the best 'therapy animal' for a child, as well as for an adult, is a dog. There is certainly no denying that dogs make wonderful companions, but they also come with a great deal of hard work and effort. An effort, which many parents aren't really ready to make, for various reasons.
Having a child take care of his pet cat instills a sense of responsibility. A cat needs attention as it needs to be fed, cleaned out, and played with. These age-suitable jobs greatly help a child to grow up to be a better adult. It makes them feel needed and appreciated. It also gives them a sense of purpose and direction, which greatly benefits children with anxiety or depression.
Not ALL cats make great therapy cats
Cats, just like dogs, can be certified as official therapy animals. However, it is not a must to have a cat certified to be beneficial for somebody showing signs of anxiety or depression.
I do suggest that if you intend to adopt, or buy a cat for therapy purposes, to make sure that the cat has the right qualities for the 'job'. Not all cats have the same temperament. While some can take almost anything you dish out at them, others are a bit touchy. For the cat to qualify for this post, it has to be calm, social, and most of all, doesn't mind being handled.
When somebody needs reassurance, a hug is a brilliant way of achieving that, and hugging a cat works wonders. Handling a cat is a very important form of therapy to overcome anxiety or depression issues. This won't work if the cat doesn't like being picked up, let along hugged. So you can imagine how important it is to find a suitable cat.
Playing with a cat boosts a child's mood. It helps greatly by providing a distraction from all the negative things that tend to haunt a child's mind. Fortunately, there is a great choice of toys for cats. If none are readily available, a piece of string with a fluffy thing tied at the end will keep both the cat and the child amused.
Tell us about any experiences you may have come across with cats helping people in similar situations.


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- Ken MarrAssisting PastorKen MarrAssisting Pastor
I gave my life to the Lord at Calvary Chapel Modesto in 1989. I spent my early years as a professional photographer and later in property and landscape management. After coming to the Lord and serving in Calvary Chapel, my wife Rita and I stepped out full time in the mission field to Vicente Guerrero B.C.N. Mexico in 1999. By God's grace and His leading we were able to plant Capilla Calvario (Calvary Chapel) there and in 2016 were blessed to turn the church over to local leadership and Pastor Neri Maya. In 2017 we returned to CC Modesto and continue to serve our Lord here.
Wife: Rita
Children: Mike, Jeff and Ali
Ministry Oversight: Missions, Allied Missions Prayer, Faithful Friends
- Hadji HendersonAssisting PastorHadji HendersonAssisting Pastor
I was born and raised in Southern California; my parents did not attend church or claim to be Christians. I accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior in 1994 at the age of 28. After high school, I joined the United States Navy, where I was a cook and later a Recruiter. I started attending Calvary Chapel Modesto in September 2001. The Lord has done an incredible work in my life, as the famous hymn goes, "I once was blind, but now I see." I started serving in the Parking Lot Ministry, and from there, I have lead Sunday school, Home Fellowship, Team 56, in 2012 I became the Junior High Pastor.
Wife: Kristi
Children: Keira, Erin, Kirsty and Isaac
On Staff Since: 2011
Ministry Oversight: Thrive Junior High, Fusion Marrieds
- Mark CarsonAssisting PastorMark CarsonAssisting Pastor
I was invited to a youth Bible study at Calvary Chapel Modesto when I was 13. I went to a concert hosted by Calvary Chapel a few weeks later and surrendered my heart to Jesus. The Lord provided for all of my family's needs through my mural business for 12 years. I was a second grade teacher before coming on staff at Calvary Chapel. I am blessed to be the Children's Pastor. It is one of the joys of my life to serve the children and families of this fellowship.
Wife: Sarah
Children: Catherine, Molly, and Addison
On Staff Since: 2006
Ministry Oversight: Children's Ministry
- Paul LesterAssisting PastorPaul LesterAssisting Pastor
I was born again on April 4, 1976 at Tyler Mall in Riverside, California as the result of a Damascus Road-like experience. Since that day I have sought to be faithful to God's call upon my life by serving in any and all opportunities that God has opened to me.
In 1991 I joined the staff at Calvary Chapel Modesto as the first youth pastor of that fellowship. In 1994 my family and I were sent out as the first pioneers of CCM to plant a new Calvary Chapel in Northwest Arkansas where I served as the senior pastor until May 31, 2013.
From 2013 to 2019 I served in various positions at the main campus of Calvary Chapel Bible College and as a member of the teaching faculty.
In June of 2019 I have to serve as an assisting pastor at Calvary Chapel in Modesto in where I currently oversee our Young Adults Ministry and our School of Ministry.
I have BA in Business from Saint Mary's College in Moraga, California and a MA in Theological Studies from Veritas International University.
Of all the blessings in my life I am most thankful for Cindy—my godly wife of 39 years, our children, and grandchild that Jesus has blessed us with.
- Tom HindmanAssisting PastorTom HindmanAssisting Pastor
I became a Christian in 1968 after hearing the Gospel presented many times to me as a teenager. I spent twenty-six years as a public librarian. Prior to that I worked in education and mental health. In my spare time, I delight in making music on exotic instruments from around the world.
Wife: Jennifer
On Staff Since: 2004
Ministry Oversight: Administrative Support, Church Library, Chapel Bookstore, Home Fellowships, and School of the Bible
- Gordon JohnsonAssisting PastorGordon JohnsonAssisting Pastor
I accepted Christ as my Savior as a child, in the church my parents and grandparents attended. I was exposed to expository Bible teaching and experienced heartfelt worship for the first time when I was away at college. From that time on I sensed a call form the Lord to minister in the local church.
Wife: Dawn
Children: Danae and Jared
On Staff Since: 2011
Ministry Oversight: Finance, Human Resources, New Creation in Christ, Special Events, Local Outreach
- Mike VenemanAssisting PastorMike VenemanAssisting Pastor
I put my faith in Jesus Christ in 1973 in Modesto, CA where I was born and raised. In 1984, Tracy and I married. From jobs in construction and law enforcement, I answered the call of the Lord to serve Him full time in ministry. In 2005 after graduating from the School of Ministry at Calvary Chapel Modesto, I went to serve as pastor of Calvary Chapel Livermore. After serving as senior pastor for the church and senior chaplain for the community, the Lord called us home to Calvary Chapel Modesto in 2015.
Wife: Tracy
Children: Samuel and Annie Veneman, Shelby Wallace, Ruth and Reilly Rose Veneman
Grandchild: Silas Veneman
Ministry Oversight: Pastoral Care Ministries, Counseling, Memorials, Seniors, Marriage Ministry, Safety Team, MPD Chaplain
- Bob HortonAssisting PastorBob HortonAssisting Pastor
I became a Christian later in life at the age of 46. My previous careers include professional sports and restaurant ownership. After committing my life to the Lord, I became active serving God in our community.
Wife Julie
On Staff Since: 1994
Ministry Oversight: Administrative Pastor, Self-Confrontation Class, Biblical Marriage Class,Men's Bible Fellowship, Seniors, Worship and Counseling
- Damian KyleSenior PastorDamian KyleSenior Pastor
I committed my life to the Lord in 1980 at Calvary Chapel Napa California at the age of 25. I had previously been employed as a cable splicer with the phone company. My family moved from Napa to Modesto in June of 1985 to plant a Calvary Chapel with the blessing of our home church.
Wife: Karin
Children: Tyler and Morgan
On Staff Since: 1985
Ministry Oversight: Senior Pastor


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