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In 2019, years on from the original problems and recalls, the Vauxhall Zafira is getting some heat once again – no pun intended. Melting plugs rather than outright fires are the problem this time, so it's not quite as severe. A safe move on Vauxhall's part, nonetheless. Do the fiery chronicles of the Zafira match other big recalls? Here, we have some more significant recalls from recent years.
Takata: airbag disaster
This is the most famous and destructive recall saga of all time. Countless marques, from Ford to Ferrari, that used Takata airbags, were recalled for potentially fatal faults that could see them randomly erupt in occupants' faces. It all began in 2013 but the latest round of recalls sees the total affected airbag units rise to near-on 70 million. It won't surprise you to read that this has led to the downfall of Takata…
Ford F150: Transmission issues
When you have a problem with the best-selling vehicle on the planet, first of all, there will be a lot affected, and secondly, everyone is going to know about it. Last year, over 350,000 vehicles in North America (F150s and Expeditions) were recalled for gearbox trouble. 2019 started even worse for the American giant, with nearly 1.5 million 2011-2013 F150s with six-speed 'boxes recalled for a propensity to shift randomly into first.
BMW: diesel fire risk
As many as 1.6 million diesel BMWs were set to be recalled as of late 2018, because of a fire risk. The initial recall was mooted for 480,000 cars throughout European and Asian countries but was expanded a few months later. Both 2.0-litre and 3.0-litre four-cylinder and six-cylinder diesels built between August 2010 and August 2017 were affected. The issue was caused by exhaust gas recirculation coolers leaking coolant, which becomes combustible when mixed with engine soot and subjected to heat.
Ford GT: fire risk
Money can't buy perfection: even supercars at the heady heights of the Ford GT suffer stumbles that need to be corrected post-release. Like with the Zafira, fires have plagued the GT. In this case, wing actuator hydraulic fluid leaks onto the exhaust. Around 200 cars were affected on the American continent.
Toyota Hybrid: fire risk and power failure
Toyota hybrids have had a selection of issues, with the most recent being fires and a loss of power. Over the course of September and October 2018, we reported on fire risk and then power loss risks on Toyota hybrid cars. Models from no earlier than 2014 were affected, with the fire recall only affecting plug-in models.
Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG: too fast in reverse
Some recalls are serious, some are just plain hilarious. The Mercedes G-Wagen feels a bit sketchy when you're going fast in the right direction. The recall pertained to being able to go fast… in reverse. Just 20 G65 AMGs sold in North America were affected, given that they didn't have software to limit reverse speed. All were amended before any Kardashians were harmed.
Mercedes Benz: starter motor fires
A massive one million Mercedes-Benz cars built between 2015 and 2017, including E-Classes, GLAs, GLCs and C-Classes, were recalled for fire risk a couple of years ago. Starter motors were prone to combusting, as repeated start-up attempts cause them to heat up. There were as many as 30 fires in the US alone, with 21 elsewhere around the globe. No fun for the three-pointed star…
Porsche 911 GT3: fire risk
Porsche had a bit of bother following the release of the 991-generation GT3, with its rev-happy 9,000rpm engine. The very thing that was receiving a lot of love began catching fire. Unlike with many recalls where there's just a 'risk', there were, in fact, many examples of customer GT3s going up in flames. The situation was so severe, Porsche advised owners to not drive their cars until they could be recalled for a fix. Those owners included one Richard Hammond…
Porsche 918: fire risk, chassis problems and seatbelts
Further to our point back there about how money doesn't buy perfection. Whether it's the near £500,000 Ford GT, or the near £1,000,000 (when new) Porsche 918, no amount of money can buy absolute fire resistance. The worst thing is that the dodgy wiring harness that posed a fire risk was the second of three separate recalls. The others were chassis parts concerns and mixed-up screws for seatbelt mounts and seatbelt reel mounts.
VW group: emissions recalls
One of the most high-profile recalls in automotive history owes its fame to the most famous scandal: the infamous 'Dieselgate' of 2015. A fix was mandated by governments the world over to bring cars in line with quoted emissions figures, as achieved by test cars with 'defeat devices'. Famously, there were questions as to whether owners would want to, given that power decreased in some cases. Likewise, monetary compensation was also an option for U.S. owners. The costs to VW for recalls, buybacks and fines are in the tens of billions.
Fiat-Chrysler: infotainment hack
Some recalls are dangerous. Some are funny. Some, like this, are just downright frightening. Fiat-Chrysler had to recall 1.4 million cars from the U.S market, over fears they could be hacked via the Uconnect infotainment system. This "would reduce the driver's control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash". Science fiction-levels of scary stuff…
Ford: Door latch issues
Here's a biggy: how about near-on 2.4 million Fords with door latches that don't work? That was what the marque was facing in 2016, with affected models including 2013-2015 C-Max, Escape, 2015 Mustang, 2014-2016 Ford Transit, 2015 Lincoln MKC and the big-seller 2012-2015 Focus. The issue would prevent doors shutting properly and more dangerously, meant they could pop open at speed.
Toyota RAV4: seatbelt troubles
Around three million RAV4 models, including over 48,000 in the UK, were recalled by Toyota in 2016 given a risk that belts could be severed in an accident by seat cushion frames in the rear seats. Just two crashes in North America could have potentially been linked to the issue, but Toyota wasn't going to take any risks. Better safe than sorry… This following Toyota's 2014 ordeal recalling 6.5 million cars for seat and steering wheel issues.
Nissan/Infiniti: airbag sensor
In 2016, Nissan began a recall of 3.1 million US cars because of a problematic airbag sensor. No, this isn't related to the Takata fiasco. The issue began back in 2013, but continued to persist beyond the initial 500,000-car recall. There were also steering wheel issues at the time, including for over 130,000 UK-based Nissan Micras.
General Motors: Airbag and seatbelt software
Turbulent times again in 2016, this time with General Motors. As you'll see further down the list, GM has bad recall luck. This is small pickings by comparison, though, with just 3.6 million vehicles recalled due to an airbag and pretensioner software defect. Models including Chevrolet's Corvette, Tahoe, Suburban, Silverado and SS were affected throughout the 2014-2017 model years, as well as many related vehicles from other GM-owned marques.
Toyota and Lexus: brake problems and fire risk
A collective 'oh dear' for Toyota. 2015 saw the marque pull 6.5 million cars because of potentially combustible power window switches – an issue that extends to as many as 14 million cars going further back. In 2014, it announced recalls of 1.67 million cars amid concerns over faulty brake and fuel components. In a separate issue, sister company Lexus announced a recall of 759,000 cars across the world after discovering a fault with the fuel pipes.
Mercedes C-Class: steering issue
A total of 8,145 Mercedes-Benz C-Classes were recalled in the UK in 2015. The issue – which affected cars built between January and September 2014 – surrounds a faulty steering system.
Aston Martin: accelerator pedal
Aston Martin recalled 17,590 cars due to a potential problem with the accelerator pedal back in 2014. You can't escape a pursuing Jaguar if you can't accelerate. 007 wouldn't be impressed.
General Motors: ignition defect
It's easy to pick recall fights with GM. If recalls were pimples, GM is a teenager's face. So here's one of the juiciest, and we'll call it quits for generic GM recalls. 2014 was a terrible year for General Motors, with millions upon millions of cars recalled across the world. In total, more than 20 million vehicles were affected in 2014 alone, with a faulty ignition switch the chief headache for the beleaguered American giant.
Saab 9-3 Convertible: seatbelt retractor
Yes, this is still GM, but it's interesting. Proving you don't need to be active to be affected by a recall, General Motors recalled nearly 29,000 Saab 9-3 Convertibles in the US to replace a driver's side seatbelt retractor.
Porsche Cayenne: loose headlights
In 2012, Porsche issued a recall for 2011-2012 Cayenne models amid fears "the headlamp may come loose" and detach from the bumper. Not ideal if you're driving in the dark.
Toyota: defective pedals
In one of the most famous cases of all time, Toyota was forced into recalling millions of cars because of a faulty accelerator pedal and – later in 2010 – millions more because of slipping floor mats. To cap it all, thousands of Toyota hybrids were also recalled to rectify braking issues.
Mazda 6: Yellow Sac spiders
You couldn't make it up – in 2014, Mazda had to recall 42,000 Mazda 6s because of the Yellow Sac spider. Apparently, the spider has a love of petrol (don't we all) and became rather keen on weaving webs inside the Mazda engine. This would result in blockages and, in turn, an increased risk of a fire.
MINI: fire risk
In 2012, 235,000 MINI models needed rectifying because of a potential fire risk caused by defective electric water pumps. The recall affected the Cooper S and John Cooper Works models built between March 2006 and January 2011.
BMW 5 and 6 Series: fire risk
It seems incendiary risks are a common recall problem, with an incorrectly-fitted battery cable cover causing 109,000 BMW 5 and 6 Series models in the UK to receive attention. The recall affected 1.3 million cars across the world.
Volkswagen: gearbox and light fuses
In 2013, nearly 3 million VW owners were contacted over concerns surrounding gearboxes and light fuses. The recall – which extended to other brands within the Volkswagen Group – affected 60,000 cars in the UK.
Kia: faulty brake light switch
Kia may have the most comprehensive warranty package around, but that can't guard against the dreaded recall. In 2013, Kia called in 25,000 cars in the UK for the replacement of a faulty brake light switch. The recall affected numerous models built between 2006 and 2011 and was part of a global recall involving 1.6 million Kia and Hyundai models.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class: floor mats
A small issue could have disastrous consequences, which is why Mercedes-Benz recalled 8,675 M-Class 4x4s in 2012 after someone discovered the floor mats could trap the accelerator pedal.
Smart Fortwo: risk of fire
In September 2014, certain Smart Fortwo models were recalled after it was discovered a short circuit in the electronic heater shut-off valve could result in a fire.
Honda Jazz: electrical faults
Honda's unflinching reliability reputation took a knock in 2010 when 170,000 Honda Jazz cars in the UK were recalled over potential electrical faults.
Ferrari 458: fires and boot mechanism
In 2010, Ferrari issued a recall for the 458 Italia following a series of fires. The Italian manufacturer traced the problem to materials used in the construction of the wheel arch lining and heat shield and called owners back for remedial work. Later, in 2014, the 458 Italia and Spider were involved in a second recall amid fears someone could get stuck in the boot of the car. No, really.
Ford: cruise control switches
One of the biggest comes to us from the 90s and early 2000s. Near-on 15 million Fords, mostly US-sold, from the 90s and early 2000s, had to be recalled for a faulty cruise control switches that could catch fire. There can be warnings in the form of electrical gremlins, but it can occur even when vehicles are off. In spite of Ford's advice to 'not park near garages or homes', several building fires have been directly linked.
Vauxhall: loose front seats
More GM, but this one is curious, not least because it involves the old Tigra. Back in 2001, Vauxhall recalled half a million Tigra and Corsa models after discovering weak seat rails could result in the front seats becoming loose in an accident.
Ford Pinto: risk of fire
We end with a recall that didn't affect the UK, but is perhaps the most famous case in the world. It surrounds the Ford Pinto of the 1970s and the placement of the fuel tank. By positioning it behind the rear axle and with a fuel-filler pipe that would explode in a rear-end collision, the consequences were horrific.


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Essential Oils For Acne
Acne is a very common skin condition that affects many teenagers and young adults in the 10 to 30 age bracket. According to Healthline, the condition is caused by clogged pores attributed to factors like hormones, excess sebum, ingrown hairs and dead skin cells.
The subtypes of acne include cysts, blackheads, whiteheads, nodules and pustules. Whiteheads (closed comedones) and blackheads (open comedones) types of acnes are non-inflammatory and do not cause swelling. A number of prescription medicines and chemicals have been developed to fight acne, but some of these are ineffective and may aggravate the situation.
If you've been using harsh chemicals to fight acne with little success, you may consider using the gentle but effective essential oils. The use of essential oils in the treatment various ailments can be traced back over 3,000 years to countries like Egypt, Ancient China and India.
The oils are usually obtained from different parts of the plant, most notably the seed, flower, leaf and bark. The oils are typically consumed via inhalation, ingestion and topical application. A number of studies have been conducted that show many potential benefits of essential oils. These benefits emanate from the anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Commercial Essential Oils for Acne Treatment
Acne usually attacks the sebum glands on the skin barrier. When using essential oils to treat acne, results may vary depending on factors like the severity of the acne attack and type of skin.
According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) portal, here are 7 commercial essential oils for acne treatment:(1)
Essential Oils For Acne
1. Tea Tree Essential Oil
a) Description and Treatment
The yellowish colored tea tree oil is one of the most widely used essential oils. Tea tree oil contains many organic chemical compounds that give it different characteristics, including medicinal properties.
Aboriginal communities living on swathes of Australia's East coast have long used it as an antiseptic for treating skin conditions. The dermatological uses of Tea tree oil as listed by NCBI include: acne, blemishes, abrasions, and fungal infections.
The fungal infections include ringworm, tinea and athlete's foot. In a recent study, researchers from the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMCC) established that topical application of Melaleuca alterafolia, a popular Australian tea tree oil could potentially suppress blackheads, whiteheads and pustules. The oil effectively penetrates the skin to disentangle the sebaceous glands before drying out the breakouts.
The antifungal and antibacterial properties of tea tree have been shown to be effective in fighting inflammation and swelling. This is the reason tea tree oil has become an important ingredient in skin products.
When buying tea tree oil from the herb store, try to get an effective product containing 100% pure tea tree oil. There are a few side effects of using this essential oil. The most pointed is skin sensitivity arising from exposure to the sun's UV rays.
b) Instructions for Use
- You need 2 to 3 drops of the essential oil and cotton pad or Q-tip for application.
Before applying the essential oil, you need to perform a patch test. Start the test by applying small quantities of the oil in your elbow. Wait for about 24 hours to check for signs of irritation or discomfort. If none of these signs are recorded, the essential oil is safe for use.
2. Lemongrass Essential Oil
a) Description and Treatment
Lemongrass oil is extracted from the lemongrass (Cymbopogon citrates), a tall natural grass toner native to the India and the Philippines Archipelago. The refreshing lemon flavor of the oil has potent dermatological ability to regulate and treat acne, hyperhidrosis, fungal infections and oily conditions. The antimicrobial and antioxidant properties in Lemongrass have been shown to be effective in fighting the bacterium that causes acne.
The antioxidants have a rummaging ability to neutralize free radicals in the skin. The presence of the potent monoterpenes geranial and neral compounds makes this essential oil an effective formula for reducing skin inflammation. In aromatherapy, Lemongrass is widely used in relieving stress and anxiety. Because of the numerous benefits, Lemongrass is used in products like shampoos, freshener's and deodorants.
b) Instructions for Use
- Mix 20 to 25 drops of this essential oil to essential herbs for treating acne
- Place the mixture on 1 ounce of a preferred carrier oil blend
- Use finger, brush or cotton pad to apply the mixture to the affected area of the skin
- The mixture can be used every day until the desired results are achieved
3. Eucalyptus Essential Oil
a) Description and Treatment
Eucalyptus whose common name is Eucalyptus globulus is a well-known anti-bacterium effective in improving healing rates and reducing inflammation and odor. Because of its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity, Eucalyptus oil can treat athlete's foot, blisters, dermatitis and chicken pox. Eucalyptus oil also contains antiseptic and antibacterial qualities that can fight acne and prevent future breakouts.
The antibacterial properties can also inhibit the amount of oil released by the sebaceous glands. According to a study carried out by researchers at the University of Maryland Medical Center, eucalyptus oil is nontoxic when used topically. However, extra precaution should be taken by asthma patients. Women who are pregnant or lactating should also seek medical advice before using the Eucalyptus essential oil to treat acne.
b) Instructions for Use
- Place 2 to 3 drops of the essential oil on a preferred moisturizer and mix exhaustively.
- Apply the cream on the affected area or the entire face.
- Take every precaution when applying the eucalyptus oil to avoid irritating the respiratory faculties.
For effective results consider adding eucalyptus essential oil on a moisturizing or cleansing cream.
4. Clary Sage Essential Oil
a) Description and Treatment
This essential oil is extracted from the Salvia sclarea herb. The herb produces a pleasant odor prized by perfumers and Aromatherapists. According to NCBI, the dermatological uses of Clary Sage include: wrinkles, cell regeneration, oily conditions, acne, ulcers and abscesses.
Because of its calming and desirable healing qualities, Clary sage has the potent ability to treat and manage blackheads and boils. A study appearing on the Advances in Dermatology and Allergology documents the effectiveness of Clary Sage on a number of drug resistant strains of bacteria known to affect the skin cause breakouts.
b) Instructions for Use
- Apply 2 to 3 drops of the essential oil on 10mL of your favorite carrier oil and mix well.
- Alternatively, add 1 or 2 drops of the essential oil to a face mask or body lotion
- Apply gently over the affected area of the skin
- Depending on the severity of your acne, apply the oil 2 to 3 times a day to obtain better results.
Although essential oil is known to possess anti-inflammatory qualities that can clear blemishes and marks from breakout attacks always ensure the oil is diluted.
5. Lavender Essential Oil
a) Description and Treatment
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a pleasant smelling essential oil that is effective in eliminating P. acnes bacterium and reducing skin irritation. The imbedded antimicrobial and antioxidant properties have been shown to help reduce the dark spots on the skin. According to NCBI, the other key dermatological uses of Lavender include boils, eczema, oily conditions, insect bites, blisters and dermatitis.
A 2003 study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology showed that inhaling lavender produced a calming effect, which helped reduce tension and stress. The effect can go a long way to improve the quality of sleep and aid the development of healthier, more radiant skin. In-vitro evidence also shows Lavender is recommended for aromatherapy.
b) Instructions for Use
- Add 10 to 12 drops of the essential oil on a heated bowl of water
- Inhale the steam from the container
- Allow the face to dry up naturally
Lavender oil can be used as part of everyday beauty regimen.
6. Rosemary Essential Oil
a) Description and Treatment
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is widely used as a food spice and treatment for fungal growth in packaged foods. Its history dates back to the ancient Greeks, Egyptians and Romans. The evergreen herb contains powerful compounds with the ability to reduce swelling and kill bacteria. According to NCBI, Rosemary's diverse dermatological uses include: acne, oily conditions, dandruff, balancing sebum, dermatitis and eczema.
Tests conducted in the laboratory by Taipei Medical University (TMU) researchers show Rosemary oil has the potential to destroy Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria responsible for breakouts and inflammation. The anti-inflammatory properties are also effective in eliminating the acne induced skin redness and puffiness. The other potential health benefits of Rosemary oil include memory boost and the ability to relax muscles.
b) Instructions for Use
- To prepare the mixture, you need 6 drops of the essential oil, ½ cup each of rose water and green tea and ¾ cup of oatmeal.
- Have all the ingredients finely mixed to create a smooth paste
- Apply the paste on the affected area and allow it to dry before washing.
- For effective results, apply the Rosemary oil laden paste daily before bath.
Each of the ingredients used in preparing the acne blend work concertedly to clear acne and blemishes. Rosemary oil and green tea have potent antibacterial properties, which is critical in fighting bacteria and germs common on the skin.
On the other hand, the oatmeal and Rose water have the ability to soothe the skin. For precaution, people suffering from epilepsy and pregnant women should avoid using essential oil to prevent skin sensitivity.
Embarrassing breakouts remain a huge concern for many people. A study published in BioMed Research International shows acne affects up to 80% of young adults and adolescents in the 30 to 11 age bracket. Essential oils have earned a magical reputation when it comes to treating acne and other common skin conditions.
This is all due to the virucidal, anti-parasitical, bactericidal and fungicidal effects. The most preferred essential oils in the fight against acne and other skin conditions include: Rosemary oil, Lavender oil, Tea tree oil and Eucalyptus oil. In spite of the many benefits, necessary precautions must be taken to protect the user. According to WebMD, the following are the Do's and Don'ts to consider when using Essential oils:
- Dilute the essential oils appropriately because undiluted oils may be too strong or have a negative impact on the user. Essential oils can be diluted using vegetable oils, bath gels and creams.
- Essential oils should not be applied directly on injured or inflamed skin to prevent skin damage and unwanted reaction.
- Always make the point to check the quality of essential oil before use. One way to do this is get a product (preferably 100% pure oil) from a trusted producer.
- Age is an important factor when using essential oils. Children below 6 years and the elderly may experience skin sensitivity due to the presence of potentially harsh chemicals like methyl salicylate. People who fall under these ages need the consent of pediatrician.
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This morning odds have been slashed from 20/1 to 5/1 on Fabregas moving to Old Trafford to join up with Jose Mourinho once again.
And with Mourinho continuing to rebuild, he may opt to revisit his Chelsea squad more than once, with John Terry incredibly just 10/1 to team up with the Portuguese boss again.
Ladbrokes News spokesman Alex Apati said:
"It's clear that Jose is on the hunt for at least one more big name this summer and the odds suggest Fabregas could be heading north pretty soon."
This morning Starsport reported how Chelsea have gave Willian a bumper new deal to warn off any bid from Mourinho and Manchester United.
Willian was also attracting the attention of French giants Paris St-Germain who were also interested in the 27-year-old midfielder.
Last season he was the only player to shine in Mourinho's disastrous final season at the club and was valued at around £50m because he only had two years left on his contract.
But his new deal he signed yesterday is thought to be worth around £8m a year, will see his price tag soar and send a message to suitors he is going nowhere anytime soon.
Chelsea paid Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala £30m for him three years ago.
Each season he has improved at the club, last time scoring five Champions League goals and becoming an expert free kick taker.


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CAO's Office Posts New MOU#5
MOU#5 has been posted on the CAO's website. Click on link to view the document. There are a few errors that need to be corrected prior to the MCIA printing copies for our members. The errors deal mainly with Street Services Investigators. MOU 5-19Read Full Article


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C's job was to help make sure Pete got to everywhere he was supposed to be, and I helped out with this, and I helped Pete and Tom out, in general. I even womaned the booth for awhile, selling shirts and books and stuff. It was fun! Anyway, Friday we took the guys to Greektown for lunch - yummy. I got my belly signed on Friday too...now I am an official Sluggy Belly Girl! Well, I guess I won't be official until I'm on the site, and who knows how long that'll take (since I think they are around 3 con reports behind), but at least I'm semi-official now. Friday night was a party with dancing. I wore an outfit that revealed my signed belly - felt kinda self-conscious at first, but then got more bold, I guess. The music was really good for dancing, I had a lot of fun, and I stayed up quite late.
Saturday I went out to breakfast with a bunch of people, and did a little bit at the con. Then I had to get ready for skating, as I had a skating competition that afternoon! So I did my hair and makeup, and put on my dress. Tom insisted on photographing me in the skating dress, as he said he wanted to capture my "many faces"! Lots of people were taking pictures of me all weekend, actually. I put up with it...actually I mostly enjoyed it. it was very flattering and I felt attractive and desirable. Such a good feeling.
The skating competition went great! We skated very well....what a relief after last time! It was not a perfect program, but it was very clean, and better than we've ever skated it yet. I feel much better about the team and skating in general, actually. It feels like things may be finally coming together. We did a back-lunge passthru. um, to put it simply it means that two lines come at one another, each skater going backwards gliding on one foot, with the other foot dragging on the ice pointing toward the opposing line, and then at the last moment you let go of the people next to you and the two lines splice through one another. So basically everyone's going backwards towards one another's blades. Very scary, and not generally attempted by "adult" teams, which is the division I skate in. So we did ours, and we did it GREAT!! I heard the whole audience cheer when we got through. We did another move, called a hydroblade, which is also hard and not usually done by adults. Got the same kinda surprised/impressed cheering noise from the audience. *grin* What a great feeling.
There were 3 other teams we skated against, and we took first place. Every judge (9 in total) placed us first. It felt so much better than last time! Wow!
Okay, then I got my medal and went back to the con. Showed off my medal and my dress some more, went and had dinner with a bunch of people, then finally found time to change out of my skating dress. I also took a bath and relaxed a bit, got cleaned up. By then it was time to dress up for the big Saturday night dance. C wanted us to dress in costume for the dance, so I wore last year's skating dress (it was blue/black/silver/sparkly/high-tech-look
Much later in the evening (after 1am I'd say), I decided to get more comfy and changed into my funky tie-dye pants and a t-shirt and tennis shoes. After awhile we settled at this one room party, and just sat on the couch talking to people. I started getting really sleepy - I'd had a really long day, complete with an intense skating competition, and hadn't slept much the night before. I was leaning against C, dozing off a little bit, while he talked to folks. I didn't want to ask him to go or anything though, since he was having a good time. And I was too - just a bit sleepy. Finally we called it a night and left, probably it was around 4 or 5am by then.
Sunday we spent finishing things up, packing up Pete and Tom, stuff like that. We all went out to a late lunch/dinner, then they went off to the airport, while I went off to skating practice. Yes, I had yet another skating practice - Sunday is our normal night, and even though we'd competed the day before we didn't get the night off, because we really need to continue our practicing and continue to get better. Our next competition is only like 2 weeks away, I think. In fact, it was a longer-than-usual practice. I was so tired by the end of the night! But when I got home, I had stuff on my mind, and ended up staying up quite late talking to C.
Tonight, I am going to bed early if it kills me! heehee. I really need some rest, and I think I'll feel much better. I was so tired and unfocused at work, I got very little accomplished. I finally just gave up and left early, promising myself that I'd go to bed early, then get up early tomorrow and do better.


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FEBRUARY, 2019. Philippines.
Goal Systems has been granted the planning of the Manila Light Rail in the Philippines
Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) is the rail services company responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of Manila Light Rail 1 (known as LRT 1) with a length of 20.7 kilometers, and the projected extension of the Cavite line of 11.7 kilometers. A partnership of three major infrastructure companies that have been operating and maintaining Line 1 of the Manila Light Rail Transit System (Line 1) since September 2015. The partnership is formed by Metro Pacific Light Rail Corp, AC Infrastructure Holdings Corp and Macquarie Infrastructure Holdings (Philippines).
After a long process, LRMC has granted Goal Systems the project to deploy GoalRail®metro and GoalStaff® for the planning of their human and material resources, as well as daily operative replanning. They have a fleet of 176 drivers and 50 trains, the latter will increase with the extension of the line.
This is a major client within the urban rail transport sector of Southeast Asia, which will be key in the development of business on the other lines of the Manila metro, as in similar operations in other nearby countries.
This project has been endorsed by Ratp Dev who supports LRMC in consultancy work through its local office.


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So many nights I spent
Uninspired in my bed
Staring at the blinking cursor
With pages empty as my head.
The night after the election
So many topical jokes did flow
Which, hilarious as they might have been,
Of them the world can't know.
A literal pot of gold
In my conciousness did lie
On the bright side much humor's to come
Thanks to America's choice. Bye bye!


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Republicans are using Mayor Parker's now-scrapped subpoena of the speeches of local pastors to win over voters in the election season's closing week.
In a Harris County Republican Party radio spot that began late last week, GOP senate candidate Paul Bettencourt attacks the subpoenas, which Parker said on Wednesday she would withdraw.
"The City of Houston's use of the legal system to intimidate local pastors is just plain wrong. This blatant abuse of power is a reminder why we need fair and impartial judges," Bettencourt said in the 30-second spot. "Republican judges follow the plain words of Texas law and don't legislate from the bench."
Republicans are also making that point in direct mail. A recent mailer sent by the party features Parker's face and tells voters: "You can stop them today…" It also quotes a tweet by the mayor calling the sermons "fair game" for subpoenas.
"Liberal Democrats have once again shown their willingness to bypass the voters' will and use our courts to implement their liberal policies," reads one line. "Democrats are spending thousands to elect unqualified liberal judges," reads another.
Bettencourt told the Houston Realty Business Coalition at a breakfast Wednesday that he believed the HERO issue would mobilize the Republican base. On Sunday night, 36 hours before the polls open on Election Day, local pastors still plan to host a rally featuring Fox News host Mike Huckabee and other national faith leaders.
Bettencourt is a close confidant of lieutenant governor candidate Dan Patrick and is running for the seat Patrick is vacating.
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Amorous Professor Cherry is an adult only visual novel developed and published by ZyX. The game revolves around the relationship between a female teacher and her homeroom student. The game was released on September 9, 2004 in Japan and on June 31, 2008 in North America.
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The protagonist, Kouta Koikawa, is having a problem. He can't keep his eyes off of his social studies professor, Chieri Hase. He can't confess his feelings, since love between a teacher and student is forbidden love. One day, fate brings them together in an encounter that changes their lives forever.
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Presidential aide for national and strategic projects Ibrahim Mahlab is scheduled to prepare a report for President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on ways to save Egypt's wealth of raw gold.
Concluding a tour of Aswan and the Red Sea, Mahlab said the visit has revealed several facts that have to be taken into consuderation to take decisive decisions on Egypt's wealth of gold.
Mahlab, along with presidential advisor for security affairs Ahmed Gamal el-Din, were entrusted by president Sisi to investigate illegal exploration for gold in the caves and mines of the Eastern Desert in southern Egypt.
The presidential aide affirmed that dealers, exploiting young miners, excavate gold from caves and mines, melt gold primitively, use mercury or cyanide materials to separate it from other metals and sell them, to be converted into bullion, at cheap prices with no stamps.
As many as 120 workshops operate in this primitive way that not only harm Egypt's wealth of raw gold, but also have negative effects on the environment because of the bad use of dangerous chemicals in the gold's smelting and separation process, he added.
Mahlab said the committee did not deal with those young miners as thieves, but as Egyptians who were forced to work in this field, because they do not find job opportunities to face difficult living conditions.
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Bexley schools are doing their bit to raise money for a sculpture of the Queen to go in the south plinth of the clock tower in Bexleyheath.
Schools across the borough took part in a red, white and blue day earlier this month to help raise money for the appeal.
Children at St Thomas More Catholic Primary School in Bexleyheath wore the Union Jack colours to school to raise £334 in aid of the appeal.
Headteacher Colette Doran-Hannon said; "We were delighted to support the campaign.
"The children thoroughly enjoyed being dressed in their fine red, white and blue and many had a dance at lunchtime to support the bid. It is very important that children have the opportunity to demonstrate national pride."
Schools that got involved in fundraising for the sculpture will be invited to the event and the school which raises the most will receive priority spacing.
More than £1,000 has been raised so far and schools and business who support it will get their name engraved on the plaque.
The sculpture will be unveiled on June 9 as part of the annual Civic Parade.
Other schools that took part were Upland Primary School, Townley Grammar School, St Columbas Boys, Christ Church and Jubilee Primary School.
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Day 6 – Back to Normality
Turning, straight and level (with turning), climbing (with turning), descending (with more turning)
[Exercise 6,7,8,9]
Well, as I've had Sam proof reading, uploading and adding his possibly world renowned photoshopped images to my oh-so many entries (Cat's out of the bag, I don't upload the diary myself) there's still nothing new that I can point my many millions of fans too.
This week the pre-flight briefing included a look at the various angles of bank required at various times, and this time I got the answer to the question wrong.
Nevermind, out to the aircraft we go and it's 'my' aircraft and the wind's coming in from the right direction; everything's back to normal. Checks completed, taxi out on to the runway, throttle all the way forward and off we go. It's a lovely flying day, cloud at around 4,000ft, cool air, very smooth (Makes trimming so much easier).
Now to the manoeuvres. Straight and level turns, easy enough in principle; turn the controls, pull back a little, keep the nose at the same attitude and around you go. But you have to make sure you keep the bank angle about right, not too much, as Cherokees don't fly very well inverted and not too little.
The climbing turn has a similar method except you have to pull back more and turn less. The descending turn – again simple; turn the control column but with no heavy pull back. It all sounds so simple and it is, in theory, actually flying it can be a little more difficult. Fate was on my side and it was smooth flying day, wouldn't have liked to have done those with a bit of wind.
My time's almost up, which is a shame, it really is a nice day, and we head towards the now very familiar white blob, with various 360º turns, then following a heading, fly over the airport, and set up for the landing, I get to fly using the throttle as he handles the control column, much less scary now the approach, throttle to idle, touchdown and roll down the runway.
Next time – Introduction to Exercise 10: Stalling.
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- A brief discussion on Kravy IPO Allotment Status
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A brief discussion on Kravy IPO Allotment Status
Before we go into a deep discussion of what Kravy IPO actually is and what is the allotment status, let us first focus on understanding IPO in general. IPO, in general terms, stands for Initial Public Offer.
IPO Allotment FAQs
It is the process through which a company sells its share in the public domain. General people like us, buy those shares and then the company uses these funds in the expansion and growth of the company. The investors will have to head to the primary market if they really want to invest in the shares or stocks.
For buying and selling of the shares, first of all, the stock needs to be listed.
After that, a particular person can buy shares of a particular company from the secondary market. Now, with the above points, it should be clear that the growth of any company depends on the hike of the prices of the shares that the investors have bought.
Once we have discussed what IPO in general is, let us now look at the things that could be done by Karvy IPO in order to help the investors.
Karvy IPO status online
It is a very common thing now a day.
People, who want to invest in IPOs, need to check the IPO status of the particular company online. To check the Karvy IPO allotment status, you need to visit the company's official website, which is www.karvycomputershare.com.
If you are worried about doing the investment in this company, then you would be glad to know that this company has more than 70,000,000 accounts, out of which 6,00,000 are an active one.
This status of the accounts has made this company one of the leading stockbrokers in India. One of the best things is that it has stretched its strength overseas also.
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Talking precisely about the countries, then it has got its office in Dubai and New York very recently.
With this, we come to an end of the discussion about the features of Karvy Groups. All the points mentioned above are actually the guiding principles for any of the investor if they have started to invest.
You can anytime choose this group for getting all the important solutions needed for your investment-related problems.
Facts about the company
Karvy Group is actually a company that has been working in this field of stocks and marketing, from the past 3 decades. This is based in Hyderabad and has 575 offices in almost 375 cities of India. The company now claims that it's experienced and expert group of staffs can help the investors in getting the solution to every problem that they are facing during the time of investment.
If we specifically talk about the services that this company has to offer to its users or clients, then it deals in stock broking, Registrar and transfers service, data analytics, and data management.
Polycab IPO Allotment Status Online, Polycab Allotment Date & Details
All those who have already started investing in the stock market must know about this company as this is not a new name in the stock market business. The popularity that they have gained until now is simply due to the work that they do and the way in which they do. Among their customers, they are known for their quality service and the customer-focused approach. Their work has made them come a long way and now they have become a brand now.
Karvy Stock Broking
When we are talking about the IPO and investment, then we really need to talk about the Karvy Stock Broking, which is an arm of the Karvy group only.
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This body of the group mainly works to provide solutions for all the investment related queries to the corporate, institutions and individual investors. The technology and professional management of the team are exemplary. With the advanced use of technology, they make sure that they are doing the best work in the industry. They have a special comprehensive trading account.
SME IPOs in 2020
This helps customers in many ways. If they want to approach different types of investment venues, then they can do it easily and that too in a very integrated way.
This comprehensive trading account gives the users the facility to do the transaction in a very easy way.
Here are the highlights of this company
- If the customer wants to do an investment in their own customized manner, then this is the place they can come to.
This company gives all the viable solutions to such problems.
They focus on the basic things that you need in your investments.
- The best thing about this company is that they put their customers on the highest priority. Whatever the customers need or require during their investments process, they fulfill and that too on time.
by involving their methods of expertise and innovation, they make sure that their customers do not face any problem.
- As we have mentioned already, that they are making use of the latest technology very well.
With the use of this technology, they are always ready to make your investment hassle free and easy.
- With all the innovation that could be possibly used, this company has made the market available on your fingertips. You are just a click away to know about your investment notifications and things related to that.
- As we have already talked about this, the company has a full set up of experts.
If you are an investor already, then you will know probably, as to what is the importance of having experts by your side. Whatever decisions that you are taking regarding the investment plans, will be finally executed after getting filtered by the experts.
- Due to the presence of Pan India, it is very easy to keep the company and the facilities provided by it within your own reach.
So, these are the highlights of the company.
Now, if you are a beginner and you want to invest in IPOs, then you can obviously check the Karvy IPO status.


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WANTED: A genuine best friend. Someone who likes cappuccinos, shopping, and chick-flicks. As long as you let me pick the movies. I'm kind of a control freak.
1. Must be loyal. Every friend I've had in my life so far has abandoned me at some point. I would love someone to actually stick around for more than a year.
2. A good sense of humor is mandatory. There are several women in my church I love to make fun of, so you must be able to laugh at the stupidity of others.
3. An absolute requirement is that you are a good listener. Because I am a good talker.
4. Availability - I suffer from insomnia and have been known to call my friends in the middle of the night, or early morning hours just to chat. You must be willing to take these calls.
5. Have a valid driver's license. I lost my license last year due to another DUI so I need someone who can provide me with transportation to the grocery store, the mall, and the gas station to buy cigarettes.
6. Must be financially secure. Since I have no driver's license, I cannot get a job. I need someone who will be willing to fork over some cash at least until I get my license back, which is only two years from now.
7. Most importantly, I need someone who is quick to forgive. This has been a problem with my friends in the past, hence my posting this ad.
Friendless in Seattle
August 26
Dear Friendless,
What are you, insane? No one is going to respond to this completely selfish, ridiculous WANT AD. You have to learn to BE a friend before you can go making demands like this! It's no wonder you can't find friends. You are nothing but a leech - latching on to anyone that can give you what you want. Unbelievable! Look forward to being friendless for the rest of your life!
Amazed at the audacity!
August 26
Dear Friendless,
Look no further - your friend has arrived! Please review my responses to your requirements to see if it's something you can live with. Oh - and although I don't drink cappuccinos, and don't care for shopping or chick-flicks, I'll tag along with you when you go. I'll let you choose the movie but hopefully, soon, you'll be asking me for my opinion first.
1. I will always be faithful, even if you treat me like dirt. I guarantee that I'll be around for much longer than a year - a lifetime, if you'll have me.
2. I have a wonderful sense of humor but laughing at the expense of others will not be tolerated.
3. I am an excellent listener. Talk all you want but at least try to keep the complaints to a minimum.
4. I will be available 24/7. Sleep is not something I care much for anyway.
5. Although I won't be able to pick you up in a vehicle and transport you to the grocery store or the mall, I know a couple of organizations that would be more than willing to get groceries for you. Because you don't have a car, there really is no reason for you to go to the gas station. As soon as we meet, we'll have a little chat about the cigarettes
6. I have much in the way of riches to offer you, although not the kind you're used to. But I would be more than willing to assist you in finding a job close to your home. You can only be blessed by what you put your hand to. If you're willing, I am able to help you.
7. Forgiveness comes easily for me. In fact, when you ask for forgiveness, a minute later, I won't even remember what you did.
I hope to hear from you soon. I would love to have a friend like you!
Di D. Foryu
August 28
Dear Di D. Foryu,
Amazed at the audacity was so wrong! Your response was a godsend and I so look forward to meeting you! We'll have to discuss a few of your comments (like the one about the cigarettes) but you sound like more than I could have even imagined! I can't wait to begin our friendship…
Hopeful in Seattle
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Creativity out the wazoo! Of course, being naive, for the first few lines I thought this was a serious want ad and I was already preparing to respond. Ha! The Seattle responders...well, how cute. :-)
Creativity out the wazoo! Of course, being naive, for the first few lines I thought this was a serious want ad and I was already preparing to respond. Ha! The Seattle responders...well, how cute. :-)
This was so cute and funny... I think we can all relate to one (or more) of the first wantings in a friend! You had me laughing! I had to send it to my husband to read! What a wonderful point you made in an interesting way! Would also make a cute skit for church!
I finally had the chance to come back and read this. What a creative way to frame your point! Very cute. I like how God is hidden in the name!
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Customising your clothing is a great hobby to take up right now. You have probably noticed that more and more shops are allowing customers to personalise their items.
But the fact that it's trendy isn't the only great thing about this hobby. It is a pastime that allows you to be creative and imaginative and to transform something ordinary into something beautiful and unique.
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Customising clothing is also a very easy hobby to get started on. You will need some basic craft tools like scissors, a sewing kit and some material and accessories. However, the specific kit you need will depend on how you aim to adapt your clothing. Over time, you can begin to learn more complicated ways to customise. And if you really enjoy this hobby, you may even wish to invest in some professional tools, like a sewing machine.
Interested? Here are some ideas for customising your clothes to help you get started:
1. Embellish- If you like your clothes to have a bit of bling about them, why not add some shiny additions like Swarovski crystal elements, colourful gems or pearls. When it comes to embellishing, it can be easily overdone so do stick with the rule of less is more. Add concentrated jewel detailing to small sections of clothing like collars, cuffs, capped sleeves, pockets and hems. You can choose stick-on items, or you can glue or sew them on by hand.
2. Fringe - You may have noticed that the seventies are back in a big way in the fashion world. This means you'll be seeing a lot of hippie fringes on garments. But there is no need to spend a fortune on a new outfit when you can make your own at home! Fringe detailing can be added to plenty of garments and accessories, including waistcoats, tops, dresses, skirts, scarves and bags. Ready-made fringes can be sewed to the edge of garments, or you can fringe certain clothes, like t-shirts, easily yourself.
|Dip-dye your garments, such as these maxi skirts, for a whole new look
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3. Dye - Why not embrace the ombré trend by dip-dyeing your plain t-shirts, dresses or skirts? It's really easy to do and creates beautiful garments that are perfect for your spring and summer wardrobe. You'll need some clothing dye (in whatever colour you desire), some heavy duty rubber gloves to protect your skin and some plain garments.
4. Patch - If you have any clothes that need patching up, or you just want to add a bit of interest to your garments, adding sections of contrasting material can work very well. Worn out elbows can get a second life when repaired with a fabric in a beautiful colour or pattern. Just for fun, why not jazz up a plain pair of trousers with some vibrant material on the bottom pockets or around the hem.
These are just a few ideas for customising your clothes. Once you start exploring this hobby, you'll discover there is so much more. We hope that this post has inspired you to start customising your clothes, transforming them into creations that all your friends and family will admire.
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The Numbers in You
What is The Numbers in You?
The Numbers in You is a whole new kind of prayer intensive designed to help you understand and embrace your soul's evolution. In this intensive, you will explore the numeric vibrations in your name at birth and over time, the life path revealed in your birthdate, and the power of your personal year that shifts on every birthday.
For many of us, numerology sounds like an esoteric system reserved for those with intense training. And in some ways, it is. Numerology has a long deep history revealed through ancient Greek and Hebrew in the hidden numeric system called Gematria. Going back much further, numerology was birthed through the mind and heart of the most brilliant and mystical man who ever lived, Pythagoras. But fear not. Our guide, depth numerologist Emma Kupu Mitchell, has a special and sacred ability to explain and distill the profound mystical wisdom held in numbers into comprehendible bits that help you understand who you are and the sacred purpose, gifts, lineage, and challenges you carried into this world. When you know how to recognize and decipher the messages in numbers—in you and all around you—a whole new layer of meaning opens to you.
What will you learn?
Here are some questions we will explore together:
- What is numerology—its history, lineage, purpose?
- Who was Pythagoras, what did he teach, why did he create this esoteric system?
- What is the wisdom of the values symbolized in the numbers 0-9?
- What are master numbers, why are they so important, how do they influence or alter numeric patterns?
- How do you calculate the numeric vibration in your name and changes in your name? What does your name reveal about your strengths, purpose, and lineage?
- How do you calculate the numeric vibration in your birthdate? What does this vibration reveal about your lessons, challenges, and gifts in this lifetime?
- What is an attainment number and why is it the key to understanding your soul's evolution in this lifetime?
- How do you calculate, track, and work with your personal year? What information is carried in this cyclical 9-year pattern?
- How can numerology help you understand your relationships, family, children…?
- How does numerology help you decipher the messages of numbers all around you: in addresses, clock time, calendar dates, money…any recurring or unusual appearances of numbers?
Why does this intensive matter now?
Our scientific and mystical systems agree that everything is energy and vibration. The moment has arrived to take that knowing out of our minds as an idea, observation, fact, and drop it deep into our bodies where we can feel how specific energies and vibrations are calling us contribute to the creation of a healthier world.
We are in a two-year pivotal capsule of time carrying us to the dawn of a critical new lunar year in the spring of 2021. In this period of intense transition, we have a choice. We can watch the wreckage caused by the collapse of patriarchal systems with fear, or we can dig deep into our soul's calling—wisdom held in the vibration of our name, birthdate, and more—and step forward to contribute our gifts, our wisdom, and our sacred medicine to create a world of harmony, reverence, and love. There could not be a more perfect or important time to learn—and live—numerology.
Who will benefit?
The Numbers in You is an ideal experience for you if you wish to:
- Absorb the ancient wisdom of numerology beyond anything you can read in a book
- Recognize and understand the numeric information that is constantly all around you
- Understand what your soul was choosing and communicating in your name and birthdate
- Learn to track and work with your personal year to support your soul's evolution
- Understand your relationships in a deeper more meaningful way
- Take numerology multiple steps deeper into self-awareness and even world-awareness
- Prepare for an in-depth numerology consultation so you can benefit more fully from the information
What will you receive?
- 3 two-hour recorded sessions with Emma Kupu Mitchell and Janet Conner
- access to a password-protected resource page with recordings of all 3 session in video and audio formats, plus bonus videos and audios
- PDF Handbooks for each session with numeric worksheets and bibliographies
- link to purchase The Numbers in You anointing oil, spritzer, and candle from Emma Kupu Mitchell (optional)
- membership in a private Facebook discussion group
- discount for a private consultation with Emma Kupu Mitchell (optional)
Registration – $77
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Air Capital Cup
April 17-19, 2020
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Boys and Girls U8-U19
U8 (5v5) $380
U8-10 (7v7) $600
U10-12 (9v9) $700
U12-19 (11v11) $775
Deadline – March 13
The 2020 Air Capital Cup will attract teams from all over Regions II & III and will cater to all levels of teams. Gold, Silver and Bronze divisions will be available. Held on April 17-19, 2020, the Air Capital Cup offers the chance to play against teams from all over the Midwest.
The 2020 Air Capital Cup will be held at the newly renovated, all turf Stryker Soccer Complex in Wichita, KS. The Stryker Soccer Complex consists of 11 all-sports turf fields which are all lighted.
All teams are guaranteed three games. Awards will be given to the top two teams in each division. Open to all levels of play, teams will be bracketed accordingly so each game will be competitive.
- Great location in Wichita, Kansas
- Housing options to suit every team budget
- 11 all-sports turf fields which are all lighted for evening games
- Great competition from all over the Midwest – 10+ states will be represented through the tournament series
- Play on a non-holiday
- Excellent referees
- Local attractions close to the complex to cater to families and in between games
For further tournament information, contact the tournament directors:
Josh Flett: 1-800-878-2167 x223 or email firstname.lastname@example.com
Jon Collett: 1-800-878-2167 x264 or email firstname.lastname@example.com
- Play on a non-holiday weekend – enjoy Memorial Day Weekend with your family and friends
- Played on Heartland League rainout weekend – free weekend without having to request time off
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They should also have extra powers to refer at-risk students for immediate psychiatric assessment before they have the chance to injure themselves or others, he said.
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Pack dressing separately, and drizzle onto salads just before serving. You can also stuff each salad into a quart-sized jar with lid.
How to Make It
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A new report from Sacramento State aims to fill a gap in research into Hmong American college students and provide a roadmap for how the University, which has the second-largest Hmong student population in the California State University system, can provide more support and encourage their persistence to graduation.
"Ecological factors in Hmong American educational success," authored by Sacramento State alumnus and current staff member Chao Vang, is the first of its kind to explore the needs and academic development of Hmong college students. Vang began the research in 2015 for his doctoral dissertation and conducted the study through a survey of Sacramento State Hmong students and in-person interviews with Hmong students and parents. The research was funded by the California Endowment.
Hmong students face challenges similar to other underrepresented minority student groups, Vang says, but these challenges have not been as well documented, in large part because the Hmong have only been in the United States in significant numbers for 40 years.
"Their experience is not a new phenomenon," he said. "They still face some of the first-generation, low-income challenges that other students face, but finding data about Hmong students specifically is still difficult."
欧洲杯 投注Although Hmong students overall say they feel connected to the campus, cultural and familial obligations can make it difficult for them to become involved in extracurricular activities, utilize campus resources such as the career center, or commit to group work on the weekends, according to Vang. And with Sac State having only a handful of Hmong faculty and staff, he ssaid, it can be difficult for Hmong students to find someone on campus who understands their experience.
"We have pressure to be successful for our family, but at the same time, we have a lot of family obligations that, if they're not met, it will be dishonorable," said Andrew Yang, a Hmong student who is a member of the Hmong University Student Association and the Hmong Health Alliance student groups. "Having pressure on campus to succeed in your courses and graduate, and having pressures at home, it's very difficult to balance the two."
The report makes several recommendations for Sacramento State to improve its support for Hmong students, including hiring Hmong faculty and staff, establishing organizations or programs that promote the success of Hmong students, and partnering with Hmong parent and community groups.
The Hmong began emigrating from Southeast Asia to the United States as refugees in the 1970s, settling primarily in California, Wisconsin and Minnesota. Over the last decade, Sacramento State has seen a nearly six-fold increase in the number of Hmong students on campus, from 153 enrolled in Fall 2005 to 1,075 In Fall 2016. That number is expected to increase due to the relatively young median age of the Sacramento Hmong population.
Challenges outlined in the report, however, often lead those students to fall behind their peers. The four-year graduation rate for the Fall 2012 Hmong student cohort was just 1.3 percent, well below the University's overall rate.
The report, says Sacramento State President Robert S. Nelsen, will help the University improve that number.
"In these times when America is struggling with immigration and immigration policies, there is much to learn from the Hmong diaspora and from their journey and experiences," Nelsen said in a message included with the publication. "With this groundbreaking report, Sacramento State shows its commitment to be an inclusive campus that plays a central role for the economic success of Hmong Americans in our city and in our region."
欧洲杯 投注The report highlights the importance of disaggregating the University's demographic data – separating Hmong students from the broader Asian-Pacific Islander designation, for example – so that challenges and opportunities facing all racial and ethnic groups can be explored.
欧洲杯 投注"When we're lumped as an Asian group, we're doing extremely well, not to say that Asians in general do not need any support," he said. "But if we're able to disaggregate data, we're able to see what areas we need to target, whether it's outreach, retention or degree-completion support."
Sacramento State's Student Academic Success and Educational Equity Programs (SASEEP) and the Full Circle Project, along with numerous community groups, will host the in the fall. The event will bring together 250 students and alumni to address the retention and graduation rates of Hmong-American male students at Sacramento State.
The full report is available online. - Jonathan Morales


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African swine fever has wiped out herds of pigs all over China - by some estimates more than half - and it now appears the global supply of pork might not be able to satisfy the country's demand in early 2020, reported Bloomberg.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs published new data on Friday that shows the number of hogs in China dropped 40% in Oct. YoY. The decline is mostly due to the African swine fever and farmers culling their herds to prevent further transmission of the dangerous disease.
The disease has spread from Africa to Europe, and currently across Asia, and are fears pork supplies around the world are dwindling and might not be able to fill China's deficit. Just this week, the Dutch government announced plans to shrink its hog industry (why? because apparently pigs smells - the government says fewer pigs means less odor nuisance and a better living environment, as well lower emissions of ammonia, in the European country with the most cows and pigs relative to land area).
A new Rabobank report projects that domestic pork supplies could hit a three-decade low and lead to higher spot pork prices early next year.
In southern China's Guangdong province, spot prices have jumped 230% since January, with much of the gains seen in late summer as the disease gained momentum and farmers were forced by the government to cull more pigs.
The jumped in spot prices wasn't just because domestic pork production collapsed, but the government has had difficulty sourcing products from abroad. It seems the world doesn't have enough pork for China.
The trade war, until recently, prevented Chinese importers from souring US pork. China has found alternative sourcing in South America, signing trade deals with Argentina and Brazil for agriculture products. Though it could take months for the pork to arrive in China, the pork deficit will likely increase in early 2020, and spot prices will move higher.
Food inflation and a decelerating economy in China are a recipe for socio-economic problems in 2020.


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TM2 has the ability to integrate with HICAPS software and terminals.
This integration is available to clients running TM2 2010.12.101, 2012.10, 2013.03 & 2014.04
The HICAPS integration allows your TM2 software to send and receive claim information through to an attached HICAPS terminals. To allow for this, TM2 must have additional plugin files installed, these plugin files are provided by the TM2 Support team.
The installation of these files are performed on your server as well as each PC that will have a HICAPS terminal attached to it. Before this can occur clients must ensure they have contacted HICAPS and have acquired the necessary connection cables to connect the HICAPS terminal to the PC.
Once the cable is acquired TM2 support should then be contacted to arrange the plugin installations. This will require access to each PC requiring the files. After the installation is complete we will provide clients with setup documentation. In order to process a claim you first need to setup your system to send the correct information to the terminal, this involves linking Provider Numbers to Practitioners, Healthfunds to TM2 Group and Stock items to Claim codes. All this is covered in the setup documentation but is required to be completed before the integration will work correctly.
Once all this is complete you will then be able to process claims to HICAPS related health funds through the TM2 System.
The integration allows you to nominate a Healthfund (TM2 Group) for your patients, when an appointment is completed for a patient in reference to a Healthfund a HICAPS claim button will be available on the internal system invoice, after pressing the button you are asked a few basic details regarding the claim, followed by a notification for the patient to swipe their claim card on the attached HICAPS terminal. After which the system processes the claim and the terminal will notify of its success and send back to TM2. You then have the option to process the patients GAP payment if applicable, the TM2 system manages this by correctly assigning invoices to both the Group and Patient.
Attached is a basic system diagram.
TM2 Supported clients receive the installation assistance free of charge.
Unsupported clients should contact the support team to discuss required assistance.
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The Estuarine Ecosystem
Springer Netherlands, Sep 1, 1989 - Science - 216 pages
For the inhabitants of many of the world's major cities and towns, estuaries provide their nearest glimpse of a natural habitat; a habitat which, despite the attempts of man to pollute it or reclaim it, has remained a fascinating insight into a natural world where energy is transformed from sunlight into plant material, and then through the steps of a food chain is converted into a rich food supply for birds and fish. The biologist has become interested in estuaries as areas in which to study the responses of animals and plants to severe environmental gradients. Gradients of salinity for example, and the problems of living in turbid water or a muddy substrate, prevent most animal species from the adjacent sea or rivers from entering estuaries. In spite of these problems, life in estuaries can be very abundant because estuarine mud is a rich food supply which can support a large number of animals with a large total weight and a high annual production. Indeed estuaries have been claimed to be among the most productive natural habitats in the world. When the first edition of this book appeared, biologists were beginning to realise that the estuarine ecosystem was an ideal habitat in which to observe the processes controlling biological productivity.
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Smith's has reopened and we are keen to once again to provide a home for Canberra's creative community. We're currently restricted to 24 people in the Band Room, 15 in the Bar and 20 or so outside. We're keen to use the break as a bit of refresh and thus are keen to canvas people's ideas for using the various spaces, inside, out and the surrounds, at all times of the day and night. We are currently open from midday to 8pm every day, but we're happy to extend those hours to allow for activities that suit.
One concept we have is for a performance to be repeated during the night to a different audience each time. In this manner up to 72 tickets could be sold. Below we use the example of a band, but similar could apply to any type of show, on a case by case basis.
We look forward to seeing you all and to hearing your stories, and your ideas for excellent crazy things you'd like to do here.
Band plays two/three 45-60 minute sets to two/three separate crowds of 24 people, pricing at $15+ per ticket depending on the draw of the act, with an all-night, three set ticket discounted by about 20% on the price of three tickets (ie.$20 for one set, $50 for three). We're going to continue with a 70/30 deal but apply a minimum $200 production/door service fee. We can also have a donation ticket available for patrons who can't make it to the show but who would like to send some goodwill the artists' way.
An example of set times would be:
Set One – 7-8pm
Set Two – 8.30-9.30pm
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South Florida Hitmen 10U at the plate. Malachi went 2-2, drove in one and scored two runs. He singled in the first inning and doubled in the third inning.
Kyle Barnowski looked sharp on the mound. Acreage Hawk managed just one hit off of Barnowski, who allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out six during his three innings of work.
South Florida Hitmen 10U didn't relinquish the lead after scoring four runs in the first inning when it scored on a passed ball, a groundout by Chandler Marsh, and two singles.
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In and around Las Vegas!
Vegas, the city where everything is possible! There is this big hype around the city, but I'm not sure if I am a big fan. I have watched the tv show 'Las Vegas' when I was a teenager and expected an extreme heat year round and beautiful people everywhere! I was rather disappointed on both ends. I do agree that it is a must visit when road tripping the West Coast of the USA, if only to see it with your own eyes.
Freemont street.
Downtown Las Vegas you'll find the infamous Freemont street. It used to be the most popular street before the strip was developed, but nowadays it houses many drunk americans in their 30/40's singing and weltering around the Street. It's hilarious, but not the glamour I expected. In 1994 the city build the Freemont Street Experience in order to attract visitors.
The strip
There I was, driving around the strip in our convertible! It was a great feeling seeing al these hotels! I would advise you to drive down the strip both during the day and at night!
Room rates in Las Vegas are very low. Makes sense, because there are over 125.000 hotel rooms and the less you spend on your overnight stay, the more you'll spend in the casino! If you want an upgrade, someone told me it is possible to just slip a 20dollar bill in your passport when checking in and the clerk will just give you an upgrade. Not sure if it actually works though, since I heard about that trick when I was already back home. I did sleep for just 20 dollars per person in the Luxor. Just drive to the nearest McDonalds, use their WiFi and search for hotels nearby. If you do it around 4-5 o'clock the hotels will have even cheaper room rates.
Death Valley
On our trip to Sequoia National Park we crossed Death Valley. This park has beautiful viewing points and salt fields. I would include it in your trip if you have the time!!
Grand Canyon
You can take a helicopter flight from Las Vegas over the Grand Canyon, but I also wanted to hike though the park here. So we decided to drive to the Grand Canyon and have an overnight stay in one of the lodges so we could see the sunrise! We slept in the Red Feather Inn, cheapest one there for 50 dollars a night. Room rates are more expensive here then in Las Vegas.
Hoover Dam
A must when in Las Vegas is a visit to the Hoover Dam. You can include it in a trip to the Grand Canyon if you like, because you will not spend much then an hour here. Especially in summer when temperatures can rise to over 40 degrees.


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By Kenneth Norris
For the past several years, AAPS and its Analysis and Pharmaceutical Quality (APQ) section have been discussing quality by design (QbD). A QbD approach to drug development requires that quality be designed into the product. As in the development of products and production processes, a QbD framework can also be applied to analytical methods. The APQ section started this discussion back in 2008 at an open forum titled Application of Principles of QbD to Analytical Methodologies, Specification and Control Strategies. This was followed up with a symposium at the 2011 annual meeting titled QbD Approach for Analytical Methods. Another session was given at the 2013 PITTCON Conference and Expo, cosponsored by the AAPS APQ section and the American Chemical Society's Division of Analytical Chemistry, titled Understanding Analytical Method Variance and the Impact for QbD Filing for Pharmaceutical Products. So the question is, "Where are we now for analytical methods and a QbD approach?"
In the early 2000s, pharmaceutical companies (particularly manufacturing departments) were increasingly using Lean Six Sigma methodology/tools to reduce their operational costs and improve their products for patients. This led companies like GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) to scrutinize what they were doing to validate and transfer analytical methods. In 2005 GSK decided that their method validation and transfer efforts should ensure that its analytical methods are robust and rugged and provide reliable data throughout their life cycle of use; this was not assured by the existing activities. GSK quickly recognized that the same QbD principles that were being developed for manufacturing processes at the time (e.g., FDA's current good manufacturing practice regulations for the Twenty-first Century, the International Conference on Harmonisation [ICH] Q8, ICHQ9) were equally applicable to analytical methods.
GSK subsequently established a cross-company team (involving scientists from development, manufacturing, and statistical sciences) to explore how the concepts of QbD could be applied to analytical methods. This led to writing internal guidance that detailed the QbD components and tools that could be applied to analytical methods, which was then shared across the industry in 2006–2007. GSK broke down QbD into four components, which were all underpinned by a knowledge management repository:
- Method performance characteristics (including criteria),
- Method development,
- Risk assessment and analytical method design space definition, and
- Analytical method control strategy.
In the September issue of the AAPS Newsmagazine, we review the history of the life-cycle approach/analytical QbD and how organizations such as the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations, U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention, and the Food and Drug Administration have approached this topic. Read Enhanced Approaches for Development and Utilization of Analytical Procedures, from the APQ section and then participate in the discussion point below. This cover article was co-authored by Kimber Barnett, Phil Borman, and Oliver Grosche.
Where are we now for analytical methods and a QbD approach? What changes do you see in the evolution of the life-cycle management for analytical methods?


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