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Today, November 1st, is All Saints' Day where we remember all those who have gone before us in the faith. We follow in the footsteps of the Church since Christ's ascension and therefore are here today with our ancestors in the faith behind us and with our descendants yet before us in the future. The Church is not only the collection of God's people across geography, but also across time. We are part of a much larger communion of saints who were, are, and yet to be.
For this reason, I want to focus on the book of Revelation on this day, because in this book we see the Church spread across geography and time. The book opens in verse 1 with: "The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw."
So, this is the revelation of God through Jesus Christ to the apostle John. It is a single consistent message consisting of, as the ascended Christ told John in chapter 1 verse 19, "… the things that you have seen, those that are and those that are to take place after this." The book of Revelation is Christ's closing message to his Church until he returns.
But, how to interpret this message? Many people try to map out history using what is revealed in Revelation. People like to try to figure out what the symbology means and speculate about what historical figures or nations they might relate to, and they look for the signs of the end times. Ultimately, people tend to want to affix a date to the Last Day when Christ returns.
So, in trying to determine the date for the end, people look for things like wars and rumors of wars, earthquakes and other natural disasters, and plagues and famines. But, Christ himself told us in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark that these things will take place, but the end is not yet. The disciples had asked him how to tell the sign of the end, and Jesus responded:
"See that no one leads you astray. Many will come in my name, saying, I am he! and they will lead many astray. And when you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. This must take place, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be earthquakes in various places; there will be famines. These are but the beginning of the birth pains.
But be on your guard. For they will deliver you over to councils, and you will be beaten in synagogues, and you will stand before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them. And the gospel must first be proclaimed to all nations. And when they bring you to trial and deliver you over, do not be anxious beforehand what you are to say, but say whatever is given you in that hour, for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. And brother will deliver brother over to death, and the father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death. And you will be hated by all for my name's sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved" (Mark 13:5-13).
That's quite a message, and it doesn't sound very cheery or positive. And yet these things have and will continue to happen until Christ returns, because this is a fallen world that rejects Christ and his people.
Now, imagine being one of the first disciples. You have followed Jesus Christ for about three years, and then he is arrested and crucified. Your first thought is to fear for your own life, but then you see the risen Jesus Christ and so you are strengthened in your faith. However, then the Roman authorities start to crack down on the Church and it seems impossible for the Church to stand against such power. The Romans sent legions all over the place to conquer and subdue their neighbors and it would seem impossible for the Church to be able to stand against this pressure. In the face of all of this opposition where it seemed like the Church will be overcome and crushed, wouldn't you crave a Word from the Lord that everything is going to be ok?
Well, the Lord has given the Church this Word. He has given us his revelation through John to show us the things that must take place. And John actually received this revelation near the end of the First Century during the particularly brutal campaign of persecution carried out by the Roman Emperor Domitian. John himself was exiled on the island of Patmos in the Mediterranean Sea, and many Christians were being executed. The Church needed, and still needs, a word of hope, and the Book of Revelation is the Lord's closing word to us until he returns. It is the bookend of the Scriptures. It is the last book of the Bible, and it ends essentially where everything began.
The Bible begins in Genesis with God creating the heavens and the earth and filling them with His creatures. He creates people and dwells in their midst within His perfect creation. And after His people fall into sin and cause creation to be marred by sin and death, the Lord gives His people His promise of salvation and the accompanying restoration of creation to perfection.
The Lord forms His Church to carry on His promise, and this promise is carried throughout the Old Testament as the Church waits for the coming of Christ. And then Christ comes to fulfill the promise of salvation. The New Testament tells of his coming; he died for our sins and rose for our justification. But, the end is not yet, because creation has not yet been restored to perfection. For this, Christ said that he would come again and points our eyes towards the horizon to look for his coming.
But, in between his ascension and his coming again is the time of the New Testament Church; this is the thousand year reign of the saints of God that Revelation speaks about. This is the period where the Church on earth, as saints of God, believers in what He has done through Christ, rule as conquerers over sin, death, and the devil; for Christ has already defeated these enemies on our behalf; we are conquerers through him. These enemies are still around, but they are on the losing team.
And so during this time, the Church is charged with bearing witness to the Word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ. But, this is not yet the end, because although sin, death, and the devil have been defeated by Christ's death and resurrection, he has not yet returned to gather up the saints of God from their graves to be with the Lord for eternity in the new, restored, perfect creation of God.
So, the Church is now in this era between Christ's ascension and his return. But, how is the Church to keep hope and faith alive until Christ returns for us? How is the Church to endure through wars, famines, and disasters? How are we to endure as we are hated and turned over to death for the sake of Christ? We need a word from the Lord to keep our hope and faith alive.
Well, the Lord gives this Word of hope to us in Revelation. Revelation recounts what was, what is, and what is yet to be in a series of three visions given to John, with each vision consisting of 7 parts. Each vision recounts the time period from Christ's ascension to his return, from three different vantage points; so, each vision is showing the same events from a different angle. And then at the end of the last vision Revelation essentially ends where Genesis began – the Lord again dwelling in the midst of His perfect creation with His people, with no sin, death, or the devil to get in the way.
And in these visions we see that in this present world, until Christ returns for us, there will continue to be wars, famines, and disasters. We see that there will be death and suffering. We see that Christians will be hated and handed over to death.
But, we also see something else in Revelation – we see the end. We see that Christ says, "Fear not, I am the first and the last, and the living one. I died, and behold I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of Death and Hades" (Revelation 1:17-18).
Christ is the first, he was there in the beginning. He is the Word of God by whom the Father spoke everything into existence. He is the Word made flesh who came in person to effect our salvation.
And just as he is the first, Christ is also the last. He is returning to raise up all flesh for the judgement, and to bring His people to Himself. He is coming to gather together the children of God to be with the Lord for eternity. He will gather you, those who have gone before you in the faith, and those who are yet to be, into one, united, holy perfect communion of all saints, a communion we have in part now and which will be perfected at Christ's return.
And so, the book of revelation is a book of hope, a message of hope to the Church. Although Christ died, he is alive forevermore and he has the keys of Death and Hades. You are the children of God through faith, made so by the will of God through Christ. God created all things through Christ, the Word of God – He has recreated you as His children through the Word and water in Baptism. And so when Christ returns, he will unlock death and raise you up to be with him forever. And Christ will also cast Satan and his demons into Hades, and they will be no more.
So, Revelation is a book of hope, showing us that although in this life we may be hated and handed over to death, the Church will endure to the end. The world can not eradicate the Church. The world may win its battles here and there against the Church: believers may be persecuted, hated, and killed; death and the grave may take its victims. But, in the end, the Church will still be here, while its enemies will pass away. And we will inherit a new heaven and a new earth: God's new creation, restored to perfection, with no sin, death, or evil, but only the Lord and His people.
So, on this day, we remember all those who have gone before us in the faith: the prophets of the Old Testament, the apostles' of the New, and the believers of all times and places. We have brothers and sisters in Christ who have lived and died, who are living now, and who are yet to be born. They may speak languages we do not know, and look different than we look, and come from far away nations, yet we are all united in Christ. And some day our children, and our children's children will remember us on this day as they look back to the Church that has been and look forward to the Church that will be as well as to our future reunification at Christ's return.
So we are all one in the Church – although separated by geography and time – precisely because we are centered around the crucified and risen Christ. You are part of that great multitude that John saw in Revelation, "… a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, 'Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!'" (Revelation 7:9-10).
When Christ returns, your voices, as saints of God, will be joined with the voices of the saints of God that have gone before you and who are coming after you, and all saints will stand before the Lord and sing His praises for the salvation He has given to you, and you will dwell in His presence forever. For yours is the kingdom of heaven, you shall be comforted, you shall inherit the earth, you shall be satisfied, and you shall see God because He has made you His children (cf. Matthew 5:1ff). Amen.
(Image: "The Forerunners of Christ with Saints and Martyrs" (about 1423-24) Tempera on wood, 31,9 x 63,5 cm cm National Gallery, London, by Fra Angelico. Image by Sampo Torgo at en.wikipedia [Public domain], from Wikimedia Commons)


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As told to Phoebes Garland, Garland & Garland Fashion
Mention David Bush in the Australian fashion industry and people pay attention, but with more than 20 years at David Jones, including being Head of Womenswear, it's no surprise.
This fashion veteran has successfully become a forceful voice in the industry with his own venture, DBC Consulting, specialising in strategy and planning, buying and merchandising, format development, branding and marketing, market entry, and training and mentoring. He also maintains no business is the same and is a strong believer in strategy and knowing the customer – a lesson that applies across the retail spectrum.
In your piece in Ragtrader, 'The Question of Timing' (Ragtrader, December 2013) you mention trans-seasonal drops, which all retailers seem to be focusing more and more on. You said you believe it's affecting sell through for retailers trying to be retailer for all seasons to their customer.
I'm not against the trans seasonal drops as such, but I am just against ordinary, thoughtless product. So many brands just look lazy at these times. Many just regurgitate past best sellers in dull palettes.
The bottom line is product must be hot every month. It must be on the money every time. Customers can sniff laziness at 100 paces.
How can retailers both big and small improve their business?
Many retailers spend too much time either looking in the rear view mirror or at their competitors and not enough time looking forward. Finding the right recipe is key.
How much competitive analysis are they doing? How much post-seasonal reviewing is required? Do that, then its full steam ahead.
Fashion is about tomorrow not yesterday. It's about convincing the consumer they need and must have what you're selling. If it's the same as what's in their wardrobe or the same as the shop down the street, good luck trying to convince them to walk through your door. Of course there are times when we all repeat on best sellers, but it's about finding the right balance.
In addition many smaller retailers take the view that "if I have a little of everything, then I won't miss a sale". This is a disaster in my view. Customers respond to a solid point of view, a direction.
All the discounting, especially by the majors, has had a flow-on effect to the independent retailers having to go on sale to be competitive. Some are finding that the customer is immune to a 20% off sale, and seems to be only responding to a 50% off sale. What should independent retailers do to ensure adequate sell through to minimise sales stock and discounting?
I'm not sure when the consumer ever got out of bed for 20% off, perhaps 10 or 15 years ago, but not now. Clearing stock is a key part to any retailer's success, so doing it quickly and efficiently is key.
Smaller retailers must be competitive, so if the price in the market is the price, then they must become better negotiators with their suppliers. They must find ways to improve their margin.
What are the most important strategies retailers need to have to excite the consumer into spending?
Product, product, product. Finding the right mix of brands and products is key. Once you have them in the store then it's about competitive pricing and the most important thing of all, SERVICE. With the onslaught from online, service is the key differentiator for the bricks and mortar retailer.
With your vast experience at David Jones, what is the key to success when dealing with wholesale labels?
Differentiated product, a solid value proposition and some luck.
What fundamentals have contributed to your success in retail and fashion?
Being a decisive and effective leader is key to business success. I have worked for a couple of amazing leaders. I would still walk over hot coals for them even today. Their leadership allowed for my success and I hope I have allowed for some of my team's success over the years.
Surround yourself with the best people. Allow your team the autonomy they need to get things done, and allow them to get on with the business.
And listen! It took me a long time to realise that if you shut up and really listen, you learn a hell of a lot … some might say I am still learning this lesson.
Finally, having a clear and concise strategy is empowering. Ensuring every single person in the organisation understands the strategy and is on the same page enables success.
What are the sales opportunities in retail in 2014?
I think it's about looking inward. What can I do better? What opportunities did I miss last year? Have I got the trends right for this season? How do I differentiate myself from the pack?
I walked many retail avenues pre-Christmas and well over half had not been bothered to present Christmas. Likewise for spring racing. If you can't be bothered, why would your customer be bothered to think of you at these key trading times?
The 'mature' sector has been slow in embracing online retail and it's difficult for them to sell online, due to varying shapes and sizes of the age group they need to target. How important do you think it is for these fashion brands to market themselves online to capture new customers?
I think it's important to ensure we think about online and bricks and mortar in the same way. Most brands I speak with are telling me that although online is growing it's not always incremental. The customer sees it as just another access point to the retailer.
What I will say is that the 'mature' customer, as you call her, is changing. The issue for many brands is whether they have or can change with her. Those that have, are reaping the rewards both online and in store. As you have probably guessed I hate the word 'mature' – I think the customer does, too.
This customer is younger than ever before: she is modern, and she is relevant. Why then do so many brands think she is sitting at home knitting? This may be why, in my opinion, many 'mature' brands are failing – they have failed to recognise this fundamental change. Our mothers and grandmothers are not in the kitchen cooking; they're out to lunch with the girls. So be relevant!
How can independents be more active in seeking out and understanding this new customer?
This is a tough question to answer in 1 or 2 paragraphs.
I respect that so many retailers must spend a great deal of time inside their own businesses; however, get out and look at what other retailers are doing. Asking "where is the customer shopping?" is a great start.
I think it's about identifying your customer. I say with great respect, I don't think many retailers have taken the time to really identify who their customer really is. Without an intimate knowledge of who he or she is, you cannot be successful.
Where do you think independent retailers can improve with visual merchandising?
Identify the key events that will be important to your core customer. Mother's day, spring racing, Summer holidays. Start with those that drive the highest volume of sales.
Perhaps think about employing a creative VM consultant. If this isn't an option then make a strong singular statement. Try something different, have some fun, but most of all be clear in your message. Make sure your customer will have no doubt that you have, for example, the best assortment of dresses for spring racing.
From your observations of overseas retail, what are they doing better than Australian retailers and what areas can they improve?
Service is number 1. Remember quality and quantity: embrace change and make decisions early; turn inventory quickly and understand your customer.
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About the Author
Phoebes Garland is a Features Writer for EXPOSED Online and co-owns Garland & Garland Fashion with Robert Garland, a leading fashion agency based in Sydney. Phoebe also owns Fashion Initiative an online fashion destination covering business of fashion, fashion, luxury and events. Described as a" Power Agent" by Ragtrader magazine. Between the two of them, Phoebes & Robert Garland have over 50 years sales experience in fashion, publishing and advertising.
Garland & Garland Fashion is a respected leading boutique fashion agency based in Sydney, and they are regularly sought for comment from various media and the fashion industry on business fashion topics, fashion and issues. Phoebes was named as The Ones To Follow In 2014: The Top 20 Fashionista Hot List of 2013


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Getting identity checks right
In October 2017, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) introduced identity checking guidance to align the DBS process with Right to Work checks. The changes have been fully operational since 29th December 2017. The document requirements have been tightened for non-EEA nationals taking on paid work and applying for DBS checks so that they are consistent with the existing Right to Work document list. More information on the UK Government website. Aligning DBS checks with Right to Work checks makes sense to me, as this aligns guidance for businesses and should make it easier to know what identity documents to request.…read more >


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When ranking the distinctive Executioner bounty hunters from Empire Strikes Back, the top spot is always, unquestionably going to go to IG-88. There's no contest there. If I'm picking a number two, I think I'd have to go with Bossk, that shoe-less lizard guy in a Doctor Who costume. Because, hey, lizards are cool!
Bossk was released as part of the Power of the Force II collection in 1997. He was one of three bounty hunters released that year, alongside 4-LOM and Dengar, all of whom were finally making sure the poor Mr. Fett wasn't quite as lonely as he'd been since 1995. This was Bossk's second figure, following his original vintage release. The figure stands 3 3/4 inches tall and he has 6 points of articulation, not surprising for this line. The sculpt was all-new to Bossk, and, amazingly, would remain unique to PotF; a couple of the other Bounty Hunters would keep their PotF sculpts in circulation for a little while, but Bossk was one and done. Despite the willingness on Hasbro's part to move past this sculpt, it's really not a bad offering. As an alien, Bossk benefits from being what this line excelled at. The details are sharply defined, pre-posing is at a minimum, and he's just a generally nice looking figure. Even the paintwork on Bossk is pretty impressive. Many of the PotF figures were more basic in their paint application, but Bossk has quite a bit going on. There are one or two un-painted sculpted elements, but for the most part everything is painted up to properly match his on-screen counterpart. Bossk is packed with a pair of blasters. He has his rifle seen in the movie, which is decently sculpted, but there is unfortunately no way for him to actually hold it. There's a sling molded to it, so it can go over his shoulder, but it's still a slight let-down. He also includes a smaller blaster, which looks to have been made up for this figure. Fortunately, this one can actually be held.
The only Bossk I had growing up was actually the vintage one, not this one. This one proved a little trickier to track down than the other PotF bounty hunters. Fortunately, I was able to get one from my friends at All Time Toys when a loose collection came in. Bossk's not without issue. The inability to hold the gun is really frustrating. Beyond that, though, he's a really fun little figure.


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We've seen a lot of art this year, but only a few artists really stood out to us.
One of those artists was Laura Lancaster, a British painter whose sweeping masterful strokes enchanted us at Art Basel – Hong Kong.
We see Lancaster's work as serious pop, celluloid in sweep, with Francis Bacon-Lucian Freud-Eric Fischl undertones.
It's exciting stuff and we hope you start following her work because Lancaster's canvases are transfixing and deserve special notice.
If you're traveling around England this month, try to catch Laura's solo show "Ellipsis" at WORKPLACE Gallery in Gateshead. It runs until October 31st.
Laura Lancaster, 2015, painting in the former studio of Elaine De Kooning, East Hampton, NY.
Name: Laura Lancaster
Date of Interview: 7th October 2015
Age (if you want to give it up): 36
Birthplace: North East England
Current town: Newcastle Upon Tyne, England
Occupation: Artist
1. Tell us a little about yourself:
I am an artist living and working in the North East of England. I graduated Northumbria University, in Newcastle Upon Tyne in 2001, and since then have established an international reputation as a painter.
Informally, I have also played guitar/sang in various bands over the years including Big Fail, Silver Fox and Chippewa Falls.
2. How and why did you become a painter?
I have always painted, so it is hard to pin down why I became a painter. The language of painting is the thing that most makes sense to me, and is a big part of how I think. It is something which I am consistently challenged and intrigued by.
After graduation I maintained a focus on painting and made sure I had a studio so that I could continue my practice, putting this first on the priority list. A few years after this, Workplace Gallery was founded and I have been working with them for the last ten years now, which has also helped me to establish myself as a painter, exhibiting my work worldwide and helping me to establish a collector base and connections within the artworld.
Threshold (2015), oil and acrylic on linen, 240 x 480 cm, 24 parts
3. What artists have influenced you as a painter?
I regularly find new artists which influence me, but there are some core painters who I have gone back to repeatedly, such as Francis Bacon, Philip Guston, Frank Auerbach, Chaim Soutine, Marlene Dumas, Albert Oehlen, Joan Mitchell, Agnes Martin, Mark Rothko, Raoul De Keyser.
4. Your work also references celluloid strips. How much do photography and cinema inspire you and your work?
In terms of atmosphere I think film has an influence, and the idea of editing is coming into my work more and more, as well as the use of framing and cropping. The sense of rhythm created in film editing also has parallels with painting. Painting is a visual language so images in film and photography can be influential on my work. They are all interchangeable in a way, films can be painterly, paintings can be filmic. This crossover is interesting to me.
Montage I (2015), oil on linen, 260 x 230 cm, diptych
5. Who is your favorite photographer? Movie director? And why?
I love David Lynch for the sense of ambiguity, darkness and atmosphere he can create with sometimes the simplest combination of elements. He started out as a painter and wanted to make paintings that moved so turned to film making – I think his films are very painterly in a way, it's interesting to see that parallel between film making and painting.
6. Giving us just one name, who's a painter, director, actor, musician or artist that people don't really know, but should?
Musician: Culver.
Culver is Lee Stokoe, a harsh drone musician based in the North East (a friend of mine actually!). He has also played as part of a band called Skullflower who are a bit more well known. He's a really well known/respected noise/drone musician, and has run a label called "Matching Head" for many years. Here's a link to a recent split tape release of his:
… I would also like to mention Lucy Johnson who is a visual artist and musician friend of mine, based in Leeds in North East England, who has been in many different bands/projects over the years. She currently makes solo noise/drone under the name of Smut, and is in Witchblood with Lee Stokoe (Culver).
Montage IX (2015), oil and acrylic on linen, 280 x 250 cm, diptych
7. What are some trends that you're seeing in art magazines, shows, and galleries? Which do you like? Dislike?
I like that painting seems to be making a resurgence and is having to hold its own amongst the many other art forms people are working in today. It feels like a good time to be painting and to take in all of these influences.
8. What was the first painting you ever sold? Can you tell us about the experience?
I sold a painting from my degree show exhibition at University in 2001 – a very tiny painting the size of the photograph the image was taken from.
It was exciting to think of the painting going out into the world.
Montage V (2015), oil and acrylic on linen, 280 x 250 cm, diptych
9. Would you recommend painting as an occupation? And what advice do you have for students or new graduates?
Yes, I would recommend it, I get to do what I love most of the time and have a lot of freedom. My advice to students or new graduates would be to make sure you get the best documentation of your work possible. I would also say that it's good to take risks with your work and push your comfort zone, as this is the best way to keep growing and learning. Looking at as many paintings in the flesh as regularly as you can is really important too.
Now here are some get-to-know-you bonus questions. Feel free to answer as many as you'd like:
10. What's the funniest or saddest thing that's happened to you this week?
Nothing that exciting yet but it is only Wednesday…….
11. If you could go back in time and do one thing over, what would that be?
Learn to drive when I was younger!
12. What's something that most people don't know about you?
People online might not know that I'm a twin, and my sister Rachel is also an artist and musician. (You can see her work here.)
13. What's your strangest phobia or superstition?
I only have one which is my fear of small spherical objects, not sure if there is a name for this phobia!
14. Last, but not least, is there anything you want to pitch, promote, or discuss?
I have a solo exhibition "Ellipsis" on at WORKPLACE Gallery, in their Gateshead space until 31st October.
Rerun (2015), oil and acrylic on linen, 240 x 160 cm, 8 parts
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Closing The Budget Gap
This article is the fifth installment in a series of recommendations currently being released on a weekly basis. Next week will conclude the series by detailing how much the state can save by temporarily abstaining from buying land.
Freeze Corporate Welfare Handouts
Savings: Up to $142 million
Should the state of North Carolina be handing out millions in taxpayer dollars to corporations during a budget crisis?
The fiscal year 2008-09 state budget authorizes roughly $142 million in discretionary corporate welfare. The Civitas Institute believes this is an inappropriate use of state funds and the money should be used to help fill the current year budget gap.
The General Assembly of North Carolina has created several "economic incentive" programs that essentially disburse taxpayer money to corporations in return for their promise to invest in either a new facility or expand existing operations in North Carolina. Most of these incentive programs include requirements placed upon the receiving corporations to invest a certain amount of money and create or maintain a certain number of jobs.
Corporate Incentives: Do They Work?
Critics argue that economic incentive programs are simply state government bribing companies to locate in North Carolina, a system commonly known as "corporate welfare." Such economic incentive programs are tantamount to an admission that North Carolina's business climate – in particular, tax rates – is not sufficiently attractive to entrepreneurs. Therefore, the government must step in and offer special tax breaks or direct cash awards to companies in return for their investments. (A list of economic incentive programs is included below.)
On the surface, the economic incentive system may appear to be a wise investment – creating jobs that may not otherwise exist. The reality, however, is not so simple.
Granting special treatment to certain specific corporations puts politicians in the position of picking winners and losers in the economy. It distorts the allocation of resources throughout the economy as entrepreneurs become concerned with pursuing government favors, rather than competing to efficiently provide goods and services that meet the needs of consumers. Any system that subverts the desires of the consumers in favor of political whims makes an economy less dynamic, and thus less prosperous.
Moreover, the practice of corporate favoritism also places companies that lack political clout at a competitive disadvantage. Imagine two companies offering similar products, both with similar cost structures. One of these companies receives significant government handouts or tax breaks while the other receives no such favors. How is this fair?
Further, the practice of targeted government favors to specific corporations is a common tool in the practice of political posturing. When the favors are handed out, it makes for great ribbon-cutting ceremonies and free publicity for the Governor who is "creating" jobs. What is not publicized are the jobs lost by those companies put at a competitive disadvantage by such favoritism, or the added tax burden placed on taxpayers to pay for the incentives. Similarly, the Governor does not hold any press conferences when companies that received government handouts go out of business and hundreds of workers lose their job.
Legislative economists estimate North Carolina's budget shortfall could reach $1.6 billion. These developments make a compelling case why lawmakers should suspend their unfair practice of corporate welfare. Doing so would free up as much as $142 million this year to help fill the budget gap and avoid other more painful budget cuts (some of the economic incentive money may be required to pay out to fulfill prior agreements). Some of the recommendations listed below represent a complete freeze of the FY 2008-09 appropriations, while others merely represent holding the program's appropriations to last year's level.
|One North Carolina Fund
|Complete freeze of FY '08-09 Appropriation
|$38.5 million
|One North Carolina Small Business Fund
|Complete freeze of FY '08-09 Appropriation
|$4.6 million
|Green Business Fund
|Complete freeze of FY '08-09 Appropriation
|$9.4 million
|Rural Economic Development Center
|Rollback to FY 2007-08 Appropriation
|$54 million
|Economic Development Loan Program
|Rollback to FY 2007-08 Appropriation
|$1.5 million
|Job Development Investment Grant
|Complete freeze of FY '08-09 Appropriation
|$29 million
|Biofuels Center of North Carolina
|Complete freeze of FY '08-09 Appropriation
|$5 million
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How To Address The 7 Dimensions Of Wellness In The Workplace
Retro Fitness is a well being membership franchise with over a hundred and twenty areas across the United States. They have a corporate-sponsored wellness program which makes particular deals with firms who want to encourage their workers to get healthier. Employee fitness is turning into more of a necessity in the work surroundings; rather than just counting on worksite fitness applications, corporations are encouraging their workers to get a discounted gym membership with Retro Fitness. Each facility has state-of-the-art cardio machines, weight machines, free weights, exercise courses, and extra. Provata is a wellness and wellbeing firm that's primarily based in … Read More


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Ayuda is celebrating two major "10" milestones this month.
This week we said farewell to Sheily Soto who worked very hard for Ayuda over the last 6 months and welcomed Stephanie Garcia, Ayuda's newest veterinary intern. Sheily was Ayuda's 10th intern from the University San Carlos, the public university in Guatemala City where each student is required to complete an internship prior to graduation.
This program was initiated in August 2014 through a seed grant from the Darlena Lake Trust and has proven to be beneficial in many ways. Not only do students gain valuable veterinary training, they are exposed to the critical needs in the poverty stricken highlands and how they need to be part of a greater humane solution for Guatemala.
These final year vet students develop their surgery skills under the watchful eye of Ayuda lead veterinarian, Dr. Isael Estrada Atz. He also helps them improve their diagnostic abilities through close collaboration.
Interns provide consults, booster vaccinations, and basic veterinary treatments to dogs and cats sterilized by Ayuda on a daily basis. This service is provided in each municipality in which we work one day per week in the donated municipal office. Interns make referrals to Dr. Isael or other licensed Guatemalan veterinarians in cases where surgery or hospitalization is needed.
In addition to basic veterinary services, interns also act as the Ayuda liaison to the municipal governments, provide humane education in schools and to the general public as well as prepare and give presentations on local radio and television stations.
Ayuda principals are actively seeking steady financial support for the internship program. For more information on how you can help, please send an email to: firstname.lastname@example.com
The second milestone is Ayuda's 10th Anniversary as a registered Guatemalan charity! It's been a wild ride over the years with lots of ups and downs.
In the first years Ayuda volunteers spent a great deal of their time explaining why sterilization was a more effective, humane solution than bi-annual culls with Strychnine, Cyanide, or other poisons.
Before Ayuda there were no humane programs at Lake Atitlan with regularly scheduled sterilization clinics so there really was no humane option. Now the public is aware with the majority firmly behind humane solutions to end overpopulation and to reduce the spread of diseases.
Thank you to all of our donors and volunteers for your KIND SUPPORT over the years! We Can't Do It Alone!
In clinic news:
The team ended the month of July in Santa Cruz La Laguna. Big thanks to Natascha, Daisy, and Elizabeth for coordinating the transportation of several animals from the San Marcos/Tzununa area. We also want to thank our municipal contact Andres for picking up and recovering two street dogs from Santa Cruz as well as covering lunch for the team. Nice work!
Then it was off to Panajachel on 1 August where we had another great turnout of animals and volunteers. It was Stephanie's first official day with Ayuda and it was a big one!
Thank you to Jonas, Barry, Katie, Vicky, Sandra, Bea, Geoff, Iva, Gregorio, and Harold for all of the help, and to Dr. Isael, Evelyn, Donald, and Juan for their kind care for the animals. Thank you to friend and neighbor Carol O. for treating the team to a delicious pasta salad and the municipality for lunch for the whole team.
In Emergency Services news:
It is necessary to start with a public alert. There is great concern over a potential outbreak of Feline Infectious Anemia, a contagious and highly deadly disease in cats for which there is no vaccine. While this news came to us through a less than reliable source, we are proceeding with the preparation of public service announcements to be on the safe side.
Stephanie is preparing a separate article to address signs, symptoms, and transmission. Please watch for this important information which will be shared on this site, Facebook, and through radio and television.
Currently we have many patients with varied needs. 3 dogs are receiving chemotherapy for Canine Transferable Venereal Tumors, one dog is scheduled for hip surgery tomorrow with Dr. Isael, one puppy passed away in the hospital yesterday morning from a very aggressive case Parvo virus, and two other pups are being treated for Distemper. All paws crossed that the two pups survive and have a good quality of life.
Ayuda provides emergency services when funds allow. All of these surgeries and treatments must be funded through private donations. If you can help us, please make yours today by clicking here.
On to adoption and foster care news:
Let's start with an open message to the person or person(s) responsible for dumping two adult dogs in the middle of the Panajachel bay. Regardless of the fact that YOU wanted them to DIE, they both made it to the shoreline in front of La Fortuna Lodge. The female collapsed from exhaustion while the male took off up towards San Jorge.
Now named "Leila", it turns out she was sterilized during an Ayuda clinic! How do we know? She's sporting a green tattoo along the line of her incision. Poor girl was emaciated, covered with ticks, and still very tired the next day when an Ayuda volunteer went over to check and treat her.
If anyone has photos or knows who did this, please send us a private message.
Thank you Torin, Erin, and John for giving these two their purrrrever home!
Sneak peek of the next dog who will be ready for a home:
More adoption news coming soon!


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My name is Sharon. My Lymphoedema is Secondary post cancer, it is Breast Cancer's ugly reminder each and every day.
I was 43 when diagnosed with stage 3 Hormone positive breast cancer, all nodes were removed on my left side as well as mastectomy. I am five years cancer free and live with a daily routine of self-care, each morning & evening massaging my arm, dry brushing and wearing my compression sleeves.
Some days I don't do it as I ignore it and want to be normal. Some days I'm not as good as I should be, but I feel like we all need a day off. My arm is painful and heavy at times. The fluid catches in my implant and causes the implant to harden and feel heavy also. Each and every waking minute it is a constant reminder and live with pain each day.
To overcome the pain I try and just ignore it, what else can you do?
I don't know how I would cope if my arm got so big from swelling, that is why I do wear compression each day. Very little is done for post cancer survivors, it's here is a sleeve and good bye.
This needs to change, we need more support, we need treatment, going private for MLD is expensive. We need to be educated about it, we need to have support.
I attend MLD when I can but it is costly. We live in fear of cellulitis a skin infection, we must be careful not to get cuts or stings. I am fearful, I hate this condition. I survived cancer but going through that if I'm honest was easier than what I live through each day.
I am actively a member of the Grainne Mhaol Dragon Boat Team in Mayo that is a great benefit for those with Lymphoedema, it really helps with the movement of the fluid. Most of us in the area with Lymphoedema are on it. It's the only support network, other than online support.
I am angry of the constant reminder, but every day is a new day.


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Most adults are probably aware that from the end of January to April 15 of every year is the dreaded tax season. This means the almost three-month time frame is slotted for people to obtain their W-2s, W-4s, receipts for deductions and any other necessary paperwork.
Many college students know that filing taxes is part of 'adulting,' but do they know what all it entails? Even for some seasoned adults, filing taxes can be a daunting task. Lucky for amateurs, there are people with careers revolved around taxes.
There are some companies like Jackson Hewitt or H & R Block that have tax preparers on staff to help walk people through the tax filing procedure. Tax paying citizens can also hire a Certified Public Accountant to assist them in filing. Choosing between a tax preparer and a CPA is a very important decision.
The requirements for a tax preparer are a high school diploma or a GED and on the job training. However, a CPA must earn 150 credit hours plus pass a certification test. It would take approximately 50 classes to earn the required amount of credit hours.
Nerd Wallet is a personal financial website and app that, "Aims to assist users in making personal financial decisions." Their website offers tips for young college students who might be inexperienced with tax filing. A few tips include always filing federal taxes when their paychecks withheld any type of tax and understanding that an individual cannot file their own taxes if their parents filed and claimed them on their taxes.
Students filing their own taxes should also be aware there are certain deductions they can claim in order to get the most out of their refund. The American Opportunity Tax Credit is a credit according to the IRS.gov that is for, "qualified education expenses paid for an eligible student for the first four years of higher education." The student can be eligible for up to a $2,500 tax credit, which can also include the price of textbooks if the book was only offered at the college bookstore.
It is important to file your federal taxes even if you might owe money. Most students, unless they own their own business, make a lot of money or have side jobs that they don't claim taxes on their paychecks, will receive refund rather than owe taxes back.
One of the most important tips is to watch out for scams. Nerd Wallet suggests always being skeptical, and if in doubt, contacting the IRS. Filing taxes can be scary, but it is a requirement.


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Imaging the Very Small – CT Scanner
- SRC Technical Theatre - Exhibit booth #126
- May 28, 2019
- 12:00 pm - 12:20 pm
X-ray computed tomography (CT) scanning is a non-destructive technique that reveals details of 3-dimensional (3-D) structures that cannot be identified by visualization or 2-D X-ray radiography. Industrial CT systems offer great versatility and advantages in analyzing large or dense materials with high X-ray attenuation while providing significantly higher spatial and contrast resolution than common medical CT scanners. Geomaterials, particularly petroleum reservoir rocks and mining ores, have become one of the many applications of industrial CT systems.
Because the CT imagery represented by grey-level values is closely related to density of scanned objects, it is possible to distinguish different minerals with enough density contrast, e.g., quartz/feldspar from carbonate. With advanced image analysis of the CT scanning imagery, much compositional, structural and textural information is quantitatively extracted. Such CT volume imagery is a rich dataset, further processed in dedicated image analysis software.
At spatial resolution of 30 microns for common 1.5-inch-diameter core plugs, features such as small sedimentary structures, natural/induced fractures and bioturbations can be easily identified. This high-resolution digital core is a valuable input for subsequent studies in geoscience and petroleum engineering.


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Rookso Soft Jump Box
- robust soft jump box with 15 cm height
- stable high-density foam filling
- Shell made of vinyl Cover
Please select a variant:
You may change your order at any time.
Rookso Soft Jump Plyo Box 90x15x75 cm Black
With the Rookso Plyo Jump Box from CAPITAL SPORTS you can train with plyometric exercises and move step by step to your personal training goals without hurting your shins.
For this purpose, the Jump box has a pleasant filling of high density foam and is durable enough to soak up heavy jump loads. The outside fabric consists of a durable vinyl cover that is also easy to clean.
With measurements of 90 x 15 x 75 cm (WxHxD) the Soft Jump Box allows the user to comlete plyometric jumping and cross-training in accordance with the user's respective performance level and training.To increase the workout capabilities, several boxes can be piled up and connected with Velcro fasteners.
Thus the Rookso is the ideal complement for HomeGyms, boxing gyms or professional studios.
Product details
Top features:
- robust soft Jump box with 15 cm height for plyometric jumping and cross-training
- Filled with stable high density foam - ideal for the burden of leaps
- Shell made of vinyl cover - durable and easy to clean
- Option to stack several boxes - connected by Velcro
- low risk of injury
- stable stand
- Material: Foam (inside), vinyl (Outside)
- Color: Black
Scope of delivery:
- 1 x Jump Box
- Please note that the items comes with no manual.
- 90 x 15 x 75 cm (WxHxD)
- Weight: approx 4.5 kg
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- stable high-density foam filling
- Shell made of vinyl Cover
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SILVERADO, TAHOE, SUBURBAN, AVALANCHE, EXPRESS. UNIVERSAL CAR PANEL REMOVAL TOOL SET INCLUDED!Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels. RMS: 14 watts x 4 channels. Get more control of your music and your sound with the Pioneer ARC App. Compatible with Apple iPhone 6/6+ and iOS 8 software. 3.5mm Front Audio Auxiliary Input. 3 Sets of 2V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer). Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming. A2DP: Advanced Audio Distribution Profile allows high quality audio to be streamed from an audio device to the car stereo. AVRCP: Audio/Video Remote Control Profile supports basic remote control functions (play, pause, etc) via Bluetooth. SPP: Serial Port Profile provides a wireless replacement for RS-232 based serial communications. Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones. Includes a external wired microphone for clear, convenient, distortion-free talking. The set of pry tool is used for safely removing and installing car audio, exterior and interior trim, dash, door panel. The tool could efficiently reduce the concave and protruding scars left by using the screw knife to remove. Slim curved tip can get into tight gap for removing interior light cover, dashboard panel, door panel and for LED lighting or stereo installation. You can refit car audio quickly and easily by using this product. Easily remove trim, molding, door panels and dashboards. Great for automotive snap on trim panel and molding removal.
The tools are designed to universally fit any car model. Plastic tool construction prevents scratching and damaging vehicles paint, leather, chrome and other surfaces. Works on interior and exterior trim, wide edge remover, narrow edge remover, pull-type remover, handle remover and upholstery clip remover. Size: Length about 14.5cm/16cm/18.6cm/22.5cm.
Rear Camera - 39.99. Steering Wheel Button Interface - 49.99. Just send a message to add on optional items!The item "2006-2015 CHEVY SILVERADO TAHOE BLUETOOTH SIRIUS XM READY Car Stereo" is in sale since Wednesday, February 14, 2018. This item is in the category "eBay Motors\Parts & Accessories\Car & Truck Parts\Interior\Dash Parts". The seller is "effinghamradiorepair" and is located in South Bend, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Mexico, Japan, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Austria, Israel, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica.


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Beauty Tips
Beauty Tips
When you received the invitation at the end time so this is very difficult to get the cool look. Here we provide you the quick and fast reaction ideas. But at all the luck you have the choice of makeup tricks which is the fastest way of providing you the gorgeous look. Crazy Karl has brought the perfect and minim time-consuming face beauty tips.
A mask of the radiant skin
Make the face mask instead of taking wasting your time in masking the foundation on your face. It provides you a natural look which is much better than the foundation look. This mask will clean your pores gently and remove blackheads clearly from your face.
Ingredients for the masks
To make the mask pour 2 to 3 teaspoons of milk into the bowl and after it add 1 tablespoon of gelatin.
Process of mask creation and usage
Let the mixture for soaking for about some time. And then microwave the mixture for about 30 seconds or until microwave when the mixture has contains the creamy thickness. When the mixture becomes cold after a minute then apply it on your face carefully. Let the mask dry and then peel the mask off.
Be free from blackheads in just 10 minutes
If you need to remove the blackheads, you can use the quick mask. So for the creation of mixture, you need some honey and cinnamon. Take the two items and made the thick paste. Apply the skinny layer on the blackheads and now place a strip clean cotton over it. Remove this layer after a 5 minute and rinse your face.
Use of quick restoring mask
You have to use the already prepared mask for pampering your tired skin or you may make this mask by yourself. I am sure that your fridge contains some of the ingredients in your own fridge.
Kinds of masks depending upon skin's conditions
For the dull skin, you have to mix the apple juice with the honey. Apply this thin layer at your face and then peel it after about 5 minutes. And for the dark circles with puffy eyes, you can use the simple potato on your skin and leave the potato for about 15 minutes. And for the irritated skin you have to claim the buttermilk mask, just apply that mask and check the reaction.
Moisturizing the skin clearly
For the fresh look, you have to choose the moisturizing cream which suits your face.
Kinds of skins depending upon the skin's conditions
If your skin is dry then the beeswax base are the perfect one choice for your skin, If your skin is dry then your moisturizing cream did not have water. For oily skin, you should have to use light emulsions with natural silicone. And finally, for the normal skin, your moisturizing cream will contain the mixture of mineral oils and with dimethicone are the good moisturizing agent for that kind of skin.


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Soggy perhaps, but with our heads above water!
Join us for our Big Hurrah!
Welcome to From the Summer's Garden! You'll find a garden full of unique and useful products and ideas for you and your garden. You can shop here anytime, just make an appointment by calling Steve at 913-579-5395 or emailing email@example.com. We feature experiential sales events you won't want to miss with guest artists bringing you their handmade original creations.


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20 September 2017 | 14.00 - 19.00 CEST | 12Return HQ
ABOUT RETURNS '17 is the kickoff for an event that we will organize every year. This first event will be focussed on:
ABOUT RETURNS '17 takes place at the 12Return HQ in beautiful Gorinchem The Netherlands. Attending the event is free. There is a limited number of seats available.


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Description & Features
CH stands for Hydrocarbon. This category has no fluorocarbon material in the blends. They are 100% high performance hydrocarbon paraffins. Although they can be looked upon as an economical racing wax group, the colder waxes perform very well alone, and the warmer waxes make an acceptable base layer for Cera F.
CHX12A Combi Pack - contains 360g of CHX5, 180g of CHX6 Blue , 180g CHX7 Violet and 180g CHX8 Red all in one 900g package.
CHX4 Green (-25°F to 10°F)
A new cold hydrocarbon wax for extreme cold conditions, which can be perfectly used as a race wax when the humidity is low. Great durability.
CHX5 Aqua (7°F to 18°F)
The 5 series is brand new for the Cera Nova X line and fulfills a hardness gap. Softer and easier to work with without sacrificing good glide properties in cold conditions.
CHX6 Blue (14°F to 23°F)
Very versatile wax that works as an economical training wax as well as a base prep wax for cold skis. Great performance in most snow conditions including artificial and glacier snow.
CHX7 Purple (18°F to 28°F)
A versatile wax suited for normal winter conditions below the freezing point. An economical training wax and all round base prep wax.
CHX8 Red (25°F to 39°F)
The legendary 8 series that has contributed to numerous Olympic and World Cup wins. Easy to melt and very convenient to work with making it an economical training wax and base prep for warm skis. Can be used as a race wax base with Cera F overlay.
CHX10 Yellow (32°F to 50°F)
A more durable warm weather wax that is slightly harder than it's predecessor. Good base prep and training wax. Recommend hi-fluoro wax for a race wax in this temperature range.
- Sizes: 60g bar, 180g bar or 900g box


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#Lean on Me
Fair City had an epic gay marriage proposal to mark the #MarRef anniversary
It included a flash mob.
Thousands of people sing 'Lean On Me' while stuck in a tunnel
They'll help you carry on.
This research proves dogs make excellent therapists
A study found canines process voices – and the emotions attached to them – in a similar way to humans.
Munster's Damien Varley sings Lean on Me for charity
The Ireland international hooker gave a surprisingly powerful performance on RTÉ over the weekend.
Bohs to wear 'Lean on Me' logo in aid of depression awareness
The club have formed a partnership with Lundbeck and Aware in order to promote positive mental health.


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Engaging with influencers in any industry can be a challenge for social media account managers. One of the biggest hurdles is that first connection online, which is often a follow of some sort on Twitter, Facebook, etc. Even though it's easy for you to make that first follow or friending from your side, to really […]
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Development investments give customer benefits
The Danish consultancy and engineering company Eltronic A/S has in 2017 invested heavily in business and product development. Development of a digitalization platform and opening of new facilities in China and the UK have been some of the major activities. Turnover has never been higher.
With a strategy aimed at developing standard platforms, Eltronic will in the years to come supply the market with future-proof industrial solutions that will improve the productivity and competitiveness of their customers.
"We have achieved the highest turnover in the history of the company, although our earnings have been reduced compared to last year. Large investments have been made in a new IT system and in new digitalization software and product platforms. In addition, we have expanded our organization", says Lars Jensen, President of Eltronic A/S.
Future-proof industrial solutions
Among other products, Eltronic has developed an Internet of Things platform for the manufacturing industry - "Smart Factory Solution". By means of data collection and visualization, the platform makes it possible to gain digital insight into the production process. "With the new digitalization platform, we are able to analyze production data. The software learns how to improve productivity and quality in our customers' production processes," Lars Jensen explains.
To ensure continued competitiveness, the company will continue investing in product development and mergers and acquisitions as well as upgrading employees' qualifications. The shared target for all three divisions in Eltronic – Eltronic Wind Solutions, Eltronic Production System and Eltronic FuelTech - is to increase productivity both internally at Eltronic and at the company's customers by investing in employees and standard platforms.
Investments in know-how
"Eltronic is a knowledge company. Our most important assets are the competencies and know-how of our employees. For that reason, investing in existing and future employees is a first priority to us", says Lars Jensen.
To strengthen the development of product platforms on a global scale, Eltronic has invested in two companies after closing the fiscal year. Eltronic has acquired the automation company PJD and taken over the business unit Site Solutions from AH Industries.
About Eltronic A/S
Eltronic A/S is owned by Eltronic Holding ApS which besides Eltronic consists of Robotcenter Danmark A/S and TS Tech Eltronic Holding. Eltronic Holding's main office is in Hedensted, Denmark with branches in Horsens, Esbjerg, Herlev and Aarup. Besides, Eltronic Holding has facilities in Germany, UK and China. Eltronic A/S was founded in 2000 by Lars Jensen. The company started out with 6 employees and has since then grown to employ 251 full-time engineers and technicians in fiscal year 2016/2017. Eltronic achieved a revenue of DKK 369 million and earnings before tax of DKK 14 million in 2016/2017.
Eltronic Holding reached a revenue of DKK 442 million with an EBITDA of DKK 21 million and 298 full-time employees in fiscal year 2016/2017.
In other news...
Acquisition of Blaaholm Hard Automation
Eltronic Group is happy to announce the acquisition of Blaaholm A/S and Hard Automation.Read more
New group member
Eltronic Group is happy to announce the foundation of a new company - BIIR A/S. BIIR A/S will take over most of the employees and customer contracts in BOJER INNOVATIV INGENIØRRÅDGIVNING ApS and will right from the outset employ approx. 125 employees.Read more
The industry leads the way
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RFID Prison Smart Management System Solution
RFID Prison Smart Management
System Solution
1.1 What can we bring customers? 1
1.2 What are our product advantages? 1
4. Product list & Prices........................................................................................................11
1.1 What can we bring customers?
Real-time monitoring and locating prisoners where they are
Real-time tracking and positioning prisoners stepping into sensitive and critical areas
Rapidly recognize personnel identity approaching a warning line and touch off an alarm
Call the roll by convenient and flexible handheld system,inquire prisoner information at
any moment and guarantee no mistake for unique identification
Special menace prevention code, strengthen active defence ability of prison guard
Real-time efficient locating prisoners who stay in prison temporarily,a whole-process
monitoring for their critical routes
Automatically calculate the personnel number in designated areas and collect information of policemen on duty nearby
1.2 What are our product advantages?
Traditional passive defence body replaced by active defence system
Reliable identification, whole-process monitoring, real-time alarm, no manual intervention
Real time monitoring,tracking,alarming for abnormal condition
Directly replace bar code in most occasions
Precise unique ID identification
Guarantee administrative staff and prisoner safety in high limit
2. Overview
System is mainly composed of personnel wristband, reader, handset, locator,system software platform,etc.
Overall Frame show as below:
Ø Identity layer
Reader and locator collect all information of prisoner wristband and offer to the access layer.
Ø Access layer
Access layer transfer the collected data into transmission layer through internet.
Ø Transmission layer
Transmission layer transfer the data to management layer by exchanger.
Ø Management layer
With the user-friendly interface and functions, it offers the most direction management enjoyment.
Operation Theory:
With using the anti-tamper wristband for prisoner,if it occurs the situation that no signal from the prisoner wristband or damaged,
The rfid wristband for prison guard and manager is able to take down and have the function of bidirectional
paging alarm so as to protect their safety for the police officer.
Set readers all over the area such as detension house and install locator(directional reader) on the pivotal,
sensitive, perimeter areas.
The prisoners wear RFID wristband which is active with active working mode everyday, then it will reflect
ID information ceaselessly. Readers installed on the detention area is able to read the ID information from
wristband and transfer the information to central server through internet. Managers could review detailed
information for prisoners by comparing ID database.If there are cases like no signal, cross region privately,
take down or cut off the wristband, it would have sound-light alarm reminder in the central control room, then managers talkback according to on-site situation and go to manage by speakers in this area. There are handset in the system so that managers
can track the personnel condition within the area.
3. System composition
The system is mainly made up of personnel wristband, reader ,handset , locator, system software platform, etc.
3.1 Hardware composition
Hardware includes:
(1) XYX240SO Anti-tamper wristband rfid tag
XYX240SO Anti-tamper wristband rfid tag is high performance, high reliable RFID active tag which is designed for
customers who have special demands. It has these features like anti-tamper, rapid reading , long reading distance , excellent performance against collide. It is installed
with large capacity battery, which guarantees its long working hours.
Functions :
Ø Upload unidirectional timing information
Ø Auto-maticl alarm for abnormal information
Ø Real-time location for critical area
Ø Alarm reminding for wristband demage
XYX240SOAnti-tamper wristband rfid tag picture
●Technical Parameters
Ø Operating Frequency:2.4GHz-2.5GHz;
Ø Working Mode:Active or Passive ;
Ø Output Power:<1mW;
Ø Reading Way:read only;
Ø Reading Distance:0-100M; 0-50M;0-25M; 0-10M;
Ø Waterproof: Yes ;
Ø Working Life:3 years;
Ø Static Working Current:<10uA;
Ø Max Working Current:<10mA;
Ø Working Voltage:3V;
Ø Query Time:0.25 – 0.375s; 0.5 – 0.75s; 1.0 – 1.5s; 2 – 3s;
Ø Performance against collision:strong performance against collision, able to read over 000 tags at the
same time;
Ø Its unique human engineering design make it more comfortable for carriers
Ø Waterproof;
Ø Long reading distance , read multiple tags at the same time;
Ø Customized based on customer's requirements;
Ø Stable performance, high recognition rate ;
Ø cheap price , the max cost-effective;
Ø Large capacity battery installed, guarantees long working time;
(2) XYX253TCP Active reader
XYX253TCP active reader is high performance and high reliable 2.45G active reader ,which is design
for customers who have special demands. It has these features like rapid reading , long distance
identification , excellent performance against collision, etc. It is able to realize the function of
target locator ,etc , matching with system software.
Ø Identify the rfid wristband that personnel wear correctly
Ø Transmit the read personnel information to data centre server real-timely through interenet;
XYX253TCP Active Reader Picture
●Technical Parameters
Ø Working Frequency:2.4GHz-2.5GHz;
Ø Working Mode: Active ;
Ø Structure :Housing material is well protected against high temperature and low temperature.
Main structure made from Aluminum alloy
Ø Antenna Quantity: 2PCS
Ø Antenna Parameter : Diction:Omnidirectional;
Ø Communication Interface Mode:RS232、RS485、Welgon、TCP/IP;
Ø Communication Mode:Active or Passive ;
Ø RS232、RS485 Communication rate set by user;
Ø Able to read over 2000pcs tags at the same time ;
Ø Data storage ;
Ø System reading distance :Max 250m(adjustable);
Ø Identification accuracy:99.9999%;
Ø Able to make various data format output based on user's demand;
Ø Working Voltage:DC9-12V; Working Currency:<200mA;
Ø Working Temperature:-25℃ ~ +0℃;Storage Temperature(℃):-40℃ ~ +85℃;Working humidity:<95%;
Ø Outline Dimension:145mm×100mm×28 mm ; Weight:0.5kg;
●Advantages :
Ø Strong structure, easy to install ;
Ø Long reading distance, strong performance to read multiple tags at the same time;
Ø Data storage function ;
Ø Able to make various data format output according to user's requirements;
Ø Stable performance , high recognition rate
Ø Low price, max cost-effective ;
Ø Various interface (RS232、RS485、Welgon、TCP/IP),communication rate is able to set;
Ø Parameters can be setted by software ;
Ø Offer demo software, API function, etc. Can be customized based on user's demands;
(3) XYX253T Directional reader(Locator)
XYX253T Active RFID directional reader is a low price with high performance RFID reader designed for precise
personnel positioning .
Ø Identify the rfid wristband that personnel wear rightly
Ø Precise personnel positioning ;
Ø Transmit the reading personnel information to the data centre server real-timely through internet .
XYX253T Active RFID Diretional Reader Picture
Technical Parameters
Ø Working Frequency:2.4GHz-2.5GHz;
Ø Working Mode: Active ;
Ø Structure:Housing material is well protected against high termperature and low termperature, waterproof .
Ø Antenna Quantity: 1PCS;
Ø Antenna Parameter:Direction:Directional;
Ø Communication Interface Mode:RS232、RS485、Welgon、TCP/IP;
Ø Communication Mode:Active or Passive ;
Ø RS232、RS485 Users are able to set the communication rate;
Ø able to read over 2000pcs rfid tags at the same time ;
Ø Data storage function
Ø System reading distance :Max 150M(adjustable);
Ø Recognition accuracy:99.9999%;
Ø Offer demo software , API function, etc
Ø able to make various data format output according to user's demands
Ø Working Voltage :DC9-12V;Working Currency:<200mA;
Ø Working Temperature:-25℃ ~ +0℃ Storage Temperature(℃):-40℃ ~ +85℃;Working Humidity:< 95%;
Ø Outline Dimension:236mm×60mm×17 mm;
Ø Weight:0.3kg;
(4) XYX253S Handset
XYX253S active RFID handset reader is high performance and high reliable active reader ,
which is design for customers who have special demands. It has these features like rapid
reading , long distance identification , excellent performance against collision, etc.
Ø Identify the rfid wristband that personnel wear rightly
Ø Transmit the reading personnel information to the data centre server real-timely through internet
Ø Portable and very convenient to take for leader and motion polices;
XYX253S Handset Picture
●Technical Parameters
Ø Working Frequency:2.4GHz-2.5GHz;
Ø Working Mode:Active;
Ø Operation System:Windows CE;
Ø Antenna Polirization:omnidirectional;
Ø USB communication interface ;
Ø Encryption calculation and authentication, make sure data safety and prevent data decryption
Ø Communication Mode:Passive or Avtive ;
Ø Able to read over 2000pcs tags at the same time;
Ø Use the technology of channel segregation, makes no mutual interface between various devices;
Ø System reading distance :<100M;Reading accuracy:99.9999%;
Ø Offer demo software, API function, etc;
Ø able to make various data format output according to user's demands
Ø Battery capacity:able to choose re-chargeable polymer batteries(3.7V 4000mAH)
Ø Working Temperature:-20℃ ~ +50℃;
Ø Storage Temperature(℃):-25℃ ~ +70℃;
Ø Sealed Environment:IP64
Ø Humidity:5%RH--95%RH(No condensation)
Ø Outline Dimension:186.5mm×75mm×38.9mm ; Weight:400G
3.2 Software Composition
(1) Personnel Location Management
It is able to have precise location for personnel area by coordinate application between directional
readers and omnidirection readers, shown as below picture .
(2) Alarm Management
Alarm management includes: illegal aggregation,forbidden zone invasion alarm, unauthorized
dislocation alarm, alarm for out of watch, emergency calling for help, alarm for equipment
exception, abnormal tracking alarm, etc.
(3) Database Management
The system includes building their data archives for every personnel, recording all kinds of
information for them in details and building up multidimensional quiry system, which makes
it very easy and quick to inquiry all kinds of information. It is able to integrate original
personnel information system to realize information sharing, records everyday action of
managed personnel so as to analyze their behavior pattern roundly. It also can collect
prisoner's information automatically in order to realize comprehensive informatization ,
which establishes detailed data archives for every prisoner, builds up multidimensional
dadabase retrieval system that offers all-round, rapid, multidimensional inquiry tool for managers .
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These principles were documented and posted by Mozilla, and their QA team, but are taken for Nielsen, Norman, and are pretty damn timeliness.
Discovery – Users should be able to discover functionality and information by visually exploring the interface; they should not be forced to recall information from memory. [Source: Nielsen]
Perceived Affordance – Controls should visually express how the user should interact with them. [Source: Norman]
Natural Mapping – Controls should be placed in the correct location relative to the effect that they will have. [Source: Norman]
Visual Hierarchy – Controls that are more important or more commonly used should leverage visual variables such as size and contrast so that they have more dominance and weight relative to other controls.
Minimalism and Simplicity – Interfaces should be as simple as possible, both visually and interactively. Interfaces should avoid redundancy.
User Feedback – Interfaces should provide feedback about their current status. Users should never wonder what state the system is in. [Source: Nielsen]
Consistency – All else being equal, software should be internally consistent with itself, and externally consistent with similar interfaces to leverage the user's existing knowledge. [Source: Nielsen]
Task Efficiency – Interfaces should be as efficient as possible, minimizing the complexity of actions and the overall time to complete a task. [Source: Nielsen]
User Control – The software should not automate tasks contrary to the user's intents.
Interruption – Interfaces should not interrupt the user. Interfaces should never ask the user a question that they are not prepared to answer simply for a false sense of control. In general, software should only speak when spoken to.
Error Prevention – Interfaces should proactively try to prevent errors from happening. [Source: Nielsen]
Undo – Actions should support undo so that users remain in control.
Mode Error – Users should not encounter errors because the interface is in a different state than they expected it to be.
Error Recovery – Interfaces should proactively help users recover from both user errors and technology errors. (A preferable case is to address through ux-error-prevention so that the error does not occur). [Source: Nielsen]
Implementation Level – Interfaces should not be organized around the underlying implementation and technology in ways that are illogical, or require the user to have access to additional information that is not found in the interface itself. [Source: Nielsen, Cooper]
Jargon – Users should not be required to understand complex language or implementation-level terminology. [Source: Nielsen]
Tone and Voice – Interfaces should not blame the user, or communicate in a way that is overly negative or dramatic.


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The world of liquid-cooling electronic devices is typically reserved for high end gaming desktops and supercomputers running insane clocks speeds and voltages to maximise the performance of the hardware. The extra heat generated as a result of hardware being pushed to its limits leads to increased thermal output that require the thermal properties of liquids to cool the components sufficiently. Despite ARM designed processors and smartphones generally being lower power than their desktop counterparts, NEC who have been known to embrace some moonshot ideas in the past has decided that a smartphone requires liquid-cooling as well.
The Medias X 06E is a phone that is marketed towards women; incase the bright hot pink picture of a phone didn't give it away. Unfortunately the phone doesn't contain any glowing UV tubes filled with liquid being pumped into a massive radiator cooled by an array of LED fans; instead the phone utilises a water-filled heatpipe that draws heat away from the processor to a special graphite 'radiator' or heatsink where it can then be cooled more efficiently as you can see in the diagrams below. The processor that NEC decided required such out-of-the-box thinking was the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600, which has found its home in other devices such as the Galaxy S4 and HTC One, none of which have liquid-cooling. This processor is partnered up with a 4.7 inch 720p AMOLED display, 13.1 megapixel camera, 4G LTE and Android 4.2 out of the box, so despite the gimmicks there is a solid phone under that charade.
As for the reasons of including liquid-cooling and whether or not we'll be seeing it more often the future is an odd question. The design obviously takes up space in an already crammed smartphone interior and the extra weight wouldn't be helping it. The design does help keep the processor cool by moving the heat away from the CPU and increasing the surface area used for cooling, and I'm sure many of you are aware that phones can get warm when they are under load, such as gaming especially around the CPU area. The concentrated heat can caused temperatures to exceed the thermal threshold the CPU causing it to underclock itself inorder to preserve itself, causing a loss in performance. This was actually an issue that was prevalent in the LG Nexus 4, where it scored relatively low for a Snapdragon S4 device because Google was relatively conservative when it came to the thermal threshold. So in niche circumstances there is a practical reason for having it, but as chips get smaller and more efficient they won't require as much cooling, so realistically outside of the marketing department there isn't much reason for having it in future devices.
At the end of the day, this is the world's first liquid-cooled smartphone and it will be released by Japan's NTT Docomo sometime in June.


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Oops! Haven't spend that much time lately on learning German. Catching up this morning!
Nein, nein, nein!
So, thanks to a friend of mine I'm hooked on the free app Duolingo. I'm refreshing my German and I must say I love doing it. It takes just a few minutes per day and it is as if you play a game which keeps me motivated. On my way to stripe 'speaking another language […]


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Saddle Molding Attachment as pictured. Sheets, Molds Bread, Crust Roller , Puff Pastry, Danish, Cookie and pizza dough. Top rollers exterior all stainless and aluminum.
Easy to clean and easy troubleshooting. Please feel free to call me with questions on this or any of our listed items. The item "Acme Rol Sheeter 8 bread molder puff pastry pie crust cookie pizza dough sheet" is in sale since Wednesday, January 11, 2017. This item is in the category "Business & Industrial\Restaurant & Catering\Commercial Kitchen Equipment\Baking & Dough Equipment\Dough Rollers & Cutters".
The seller is "a1equipment" and is located in Miami, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States.


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Sealing Juvenile Criminal Records in Ohio
UPDATED: June 19, 2018
It's all about you. We want to help you make the right legal decisions.
We strive to help you make confident law decisions. Finding trusted and reliable legal advice should be easy. This doesn't influence our content. Our opinions are our own.
- If a delinquent or unruly act was alleged (and that was the basis for your arrest), but no complaint was ever filed against you and you were never brought before a court for committing the act, then the public agency that arrested you must turn over all original records to the court. The court then seals the records immediately.
- If you were charged with knowingly purchasing alcohol under 21 or being noticeably under the influence while under 21, but successfully completed a diversion program, then your record must be sealed.
- If a delinquent child complaint, unruly child complaint, or juvenile traffic offender complaint was filed against you, but the court dismissed after a trial on the merits of the case (in other words, you were not found to be delinquent, unruly, or a juvenile traffic offender), then your record must be sealed.
- If you were adjudicated an unruly child, but have since turned 18 and are no longer under the courts jurisdiction for any reason related to delinquent child status, then your record must be sealed.
Juvenile Record Sealing at the Discretion of the Juvenile Court
The above are situations where it is mandatory that the juvenile court seal the records. If none of those apply to your situation, then it is up to the discretion of the juvenile court whether or not to seal your juvenile records.
The juvenile court will also consider any motion or application made at least two years after:
- The termination of any order made by the juvenile court relating to your adjudication,
- Your unconditional discharge from the department of youth services (regarding the disposition/order made in your adjudication).
Application Requirements and Procedure
Note that in all cases where the juvenile court has the discretion to seal records, all of the following apply:
- The court may require you to submit any and all relevant documentation to support your application to the court to seal the records.
- The court may initiate an investigation to determine the degree and extent of your rehabilitation since your last interaction with the juvenile court system.
- The court will promptly notify the prosecuting attorney of any proceedings to seal your records, and
- The prosecuting attorney has the right to file a response within 30 days of receiving notice of the proceedings to seal records.
- If the prosecutor does not file a response, the court may order the records sealed without any further hearing on the issue.
- If the prosecutor files a response, a hearing will be scheduled within 30 days. The court can also decide on its own to schedule a hearing. Notice will be provided to you of the date, time, and location.
- If schedule, the hearing will be where the court determines satisfactory rehabilitation. Aside from the prosecutors testimony, the court will consider your age, the nature of the case, the cessation or continuation of delinquent behavior, your education and employment history, and any other circumstances that relate to your rehabilitation.
Where sealing was not required but you won the adjudication, the juvenile court will provide you written notice that officially gives you permission to apply to the court for an order to seal the record.
For more information on Ohio expungements, see the following articles:
Overview of Ohio Criminal Record Expungements
Eligibility for Expunging and Sealing Adult Criminal Records in Ohio
Process for Expunging or Sealing Criminal Adult Records in Ohio
Process for Expunging or Sealing Juvenile Records in Ohio
Do I Need an Attorney to Expunge or Seal my Criminal Record in Ohio?


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Elegant round earrings. These earrings are gold-plated, polished and decorated with small surface scratches.
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Welcome to Valley Kids! We provide care and teaching to infants through students in Grade 5. Through worship, age-appropriate Bible teaching, and small groups children discover God's love and are encouraged to grow in their relationship with Him and others. All our team members are CORI approved.
BABIES AND TODDLERS Our nursery is open to children ages 1 & 2 during the 9:15 and 11am services on Sunday mornings. Please check in at the KidCheck desk before drop-off. Parents with younger infants are welcome to worship in the sanctuary with their baby or use the Calming Room. The Calming Room is located right outside the sanctuary and is a comfortable place to watch the service. There is also an area for breast-feeding mothers. PRESCHOOL Children ages 3 to pre-kindergarten have class at both 9:15 and 11am services. Please check in at the KidCheck desk before drop-off.


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This has been fixed
This article applies to:
- Acronis True Image Home 2011
- Using Acronis True Image Home 2011 you schedule an E-mail backup (E-mail backup -> Schedule -> Turn on);
- You leave Microsoft Outlook running;
- Backup task starts, but then errors out with a message similar to the following one:
Failed to back up file or folder 'Microsoft Office Outlook:/Profiles/Outlook/4CC7BS7B56C1D44C822859B1605B2854/'
If you press Ignore, the backup operation completes successfully, but Personal Folders are missing from the backup:
Issue in the product.
(!) This has been fixed and the fix is available in the latest build of the product. See Installation of the latest update of an Acronis product.
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BetterBook Podcast Ep. #003: LEAD YOUR TRIBE, LOVE YOUR WORK
September 25th, 2018,
LEAD YOUR TRIBE, LOVE YOUR WORK is a culture-focused guide to getting your team to that next level. From teaching science to sixth-graders to teaching digital animation to over a million students worldwide, Piyush Patel knows first hand the difference a thriving culture makes in the workplace. Borrowing heavily from Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Piyush believes… Read More
What Do Meetings Cost Your Company?
December 11th, 2017,
Do you love meetings? Chances are, you don't! The more important question is – are you running effective meetings as CEO or COO? Are you attending meetings that matter to you and participating effectively as an employee? Here is a bit of a backstory about how this idea came to me. One of the CEOs… Read More
The Best Coaching Question in the World in Just Three Short Words
October 17th, 2017,
People sometimes get stressed about having to answer questions, but when it really comes down to it, asking the questions is much harder. Think about the most nerve-racking moments of your life and I'll bet at least a few of them involved asking a question. Will you marry me? Can I have a raise? As… Read More
Team Member Spotlight: Shannon Cunningham, Success Specialist
September 25th, 2017,
Ever wonder who's on the other end of the blue chat button? Meet Shannon! She's the newest member of the BetterBookClub team and came to us in the Success Specialist role! Have a question on how to use certain tools in the app or need book suggestions? She's your girl. Learn more about Shannon and… Read More
Excerpt: Live Large: The Achiever's Guide to What's Next
July 28th, 2017,
Live Large: The Achiever's Guide to What's Next opens doors for anyone who wants to all of whom they want to be – more powerful, more effective, more satisfied. Regardless of whether you are re-inventing your company, your career or yourself, this is book is where you want to start. One of the most compelling… Read More
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July 26th, 2017,
1. Bosses dictate which books to read and when to read them. Micro managing is rarely the best route for inspiration. Being told what to read and when to read it results in resentful participation at best. Let your team members read what they want when they want. And then recognize and reward them… Read More
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April 20th, 2017,
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Qiu Ling reached the edge of the village just in time to see Madam Zhong falling. Nobody stood behind her to catch her. And not just that. One of the villagers had placed his sickle in the window sill. While flailing Madam Zhong knocked it down. If she fell onto it …
Qiu Ling lifted his hand and the winds picked up. They caught Madam Zhong and shoved her in the other direction. She collided with Miss Lian and Madam Pan and pushed both of them to the ground. Even worse, in his haste, Qiu Ling hadn't considered that this was the mortal realm. The gust shoved the other villagers too and they all landed in a heap on the ground.
Qiu Ling winced. He formed a fist, raised it slowly to his mouth and coughed. "That … looked quite dangerous," he commented and strolled toward the villagers as if nothing had happened. Ah, they couldn't blame him! Who had asked them to place such a dangerous thing there and then shove a young woman around? He had only tried to help!
The people looked at him in a daze. Even Qiguan Cheng Da had fallen. He opened his mouth to say something but then reconsidered with a look at Qiu Ling's clothes. The person in front of him obviously was a cultivator too and judging from that gust of wind just now he was powerful.
"Madam Zhong, are you alright?" Qiu Ling stopped in front of the Zhongs and smiled serenely.
The villagers who were just about to complain shut right up. "Is that … Is that a real immortal?" asked Madam Pan Mister Pi who stood behind her.
Mister Pi pursed his lips. Comparing the man before them to Qiguan Cheng Da he indeed seemed more like an immortal. "Of course! Just have a look at his robes. They seem really ordinary at first glance but wise people would be able to immediately ascertain that they are made of a special thread."
Qiu Ling took a hasty glance at his own robe to make sure he hadn't made it look like anything from the immortal realms in his haste. Something like that might just lead to another strange rumor that would implicate Jing He. But no, his robe didn't look like it was from the immortal realms. It seemed like a robe from the mortal world. And quite an ordinary one at that. What special thread? This clearly looked like it was only made of hemp!
"Oh!" Madam Pan was quite impressed and stole a glance at Qiguan Cheng Da. She leaned closer to Mister Pi and motioned at the young Daoist. Lowering her voice she asked: "Then what about him?"
Mister Pi followed her glance and snorted. 'Common people, eh?' he thought. We'll see about that! "Oh, it's nothing much. But, well, Cheng Da is still young. Of course, he couldn't have attained the same heights as this man before us."
Qiguan Cheng Da furrowed his brow but smoothed it out just as fast. He might not have been a cultivator for long and his talent might not even be average but he could still clearly hear what people whispered about him five steps away.
Madam Pan and Mister Pi had been so welcoming before and he normally felt that it was beneath his dignity to even talk to common people anyway. Today he had been magnanimous and made an exception but now they actually dared to say things like that!
Who did they think they were to speak about him like that? They were just some commoners who would never in their life leave this damned place! But he, he was a cultivator now! Even though he might not make it to a high level based on his meager talent who knew what might happen in the future? Cultivation had always been something that didn't only rely on talent. There was luck involved too.
Well, whatever he thought he couldn't let the villagers around him notice. He had to uphold his image so he just pretended not to hear anything while he continued scolding them in his heart.
"But that man seems quite young, too." Madam Pan wasn't quite satisfied with Mister Pi's comparison just yet.
"Indeed." Mister Pi examined Qiu Ling from head to toe. Qiguan Cheng Da was only a juvenile so he still had some time to try to reach the height Mister Pi proclaimed Qiu Ling to have.
"Well … He is immortal, after all," added Mister Pi after some contemplation. "He only looks young. He is probably … of my age."
"Your age?"
"Mn … No, no. My father's age. I misspoke. How could he only be of my age as an immortal?"
Qiu Ling resisted the urge to roll his eyes and turned toward the door. Mister Pan just came out, carrying a child that had scrunched up his face as if it would cry the next instant. Qiu Ling's heart shook.
My poor beloved! I shouldn't have left you alone!
OMF V1C13 The True Master
Qiu Ling reached the edge of the village just in time to see Madam Zhong falling. Nobody stood behind her to catch her. And not just that. One of the villagers had placed his sickle in the window sill. While flailing Madam Zhong knocked it down. If she fell onto it …


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The Future of Panel Discussions: A Panel Discussion
Ever powerless in the face of mise en abyme, we recommend that those proximal to Manhattan attend this evening's panel discussion on the future of panel discussions at the EFA (Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts) Project Space. Held in conjunction with the gallery's proudly bizarro "Never Late Than Better" exhibition (curated by Trong Gia Nguyen and on view through May 16), the discussion promises to be "a participatory event in which the spectators are rotated into the seats of the panelists." We hear that a tarot card reader and a psychic will be involved, but the organizers advise only that you "come prepared for mystery and intrigue, and leave expectations at the door." And don't collect your expectations until after the post-panel screenings of bootlegged art films. In an event dubbed "The Glorified Docent," a group of art critics—including Art Fag City's Paddy Johnson—will critique the films in the celebrated style of Mystery Science Theater 3000, but (probably) with fewer robots.
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While this isn't strictly Disney, my sister shared this post with me and I have to say… it's strange. Any 90's kids would appreciate this post, since the star is the odd, enthusiastic goofball Nigel Thornberry from The Wild Thornberry's TV show. I know, it was a Nickelodeon show, but you have to appreciate how Nigel's face has been incorporated on some of our favorite Disney characters (among others).
Some are funny, some are weird, and some are down right creepy! Smashing!


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19.-22. Oct. 2016
Asia Fair Trade Summit
WFTO Event
WFTO Asia invites you to attend the Asia Fair Trade Summit, a meeting of Fair Trade Organizations, government representatives, certifying bodies, and buyers to exchanges best practices in Fair Trade from 19 to 22 October 2016 in Sampran near Bangkok (Thailand).
With global experts in the field, this event presents an opportunity for like-minded institutions to work together to enhance sustainable trade that benefits the most vulnerable sectors of society. The conference will focus on developing gender equity, living wage, and business growth within and through the Fair Trade movement.
Register here.