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Reduce, Reuse, & Recycle in 2012
Written by Gretchen on January 13th, 2012
Activism, Ecological Responsibility, Environmentalism, Green Living
As Kermit says, "It's not easy being green!" But as we all know, it is well worth the effort.
Although my family has come far in the last few years – cloth diapering, less plastic, and buying used – there are many things we can do to "up" our green in the new year. Here's a few of our goals:
- This year I plan to reduce our carbon footprint by buying much more of our produce, dairy, and meat locally. Up until now I've opted for the ease of purchasing these things at Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, or New Season, but in the coming year I'm looking forward to supporting our farmer's market more. We've also found a resource for farm-fresh eggs and will be purchasing a share of a grass-fed cow.
- Over Thanksgiving I used up the last of our plastic saran wrap. I think I have kept this on hand because my mom always has it – interesting concept, right? I haven't yet replaced it and we seem to be managing just fine without it. Yay! One less waste product going in our garbage can. Glass containers with sealing lids have become the perfect replacement.
- I like a warm, toasty house as much as the next gal, but my goal is to keep our home at a crisp 65 degrees during the day in the winter and 75 degrees during the summer.
- As I grocery shop I've been trying to purchase products with minimal packaging. This helps me to reduce and if I plan right, reuse. Products that are sold in glass jars have become my new best friend as I can wash and reuse the jar when the original contents are gone. Glass jars and some plastic tubs (like Nancy's yogurt) are the perfect container for leftovers!
- Paper products are out of control in our home – toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins are used in abundance and it needs to stop! I am planning to use some of my fabric stash to fashion some extra kitchen towels and cloth napkins. That way, they can be washed and re-used AND I can stop spending money on things we throw away. Plus, who knows, maybe by the end of the year I'll feel brave enough to give family cloth a go. We already use cloth wipes, so we're on the right track!
- Upcycling has become one of my favorite activities as of late, and I plan to continue in the new year. Right now, I'm mostly upcycling with linens and clothes, and I have grand plans for a stained pillowcase to morph into an adorable t-shirt for my daughter.
- Currently, we set out 1 garbage can and 1 recycling bin each week for city pick-up. My hope is to greatly reduce our amount of garbage. I feel it is a reasonable goal to get our garbage can down to twice/month pick-up.
- I'm also toying with the idea of taking a Master Recycler class.This course gives you the tools to thoughtfully consume, volunteer at education booths, assist in development home and work waste reduction plans, and create educational resources for the community.
What steps are you taking to become more green in 2012? Share your ideas – I'd love to give them a try this year or next!
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1. Re: R and S+ integration with TableauAaron Anzalone Aug 9, 2012 5:46 AM (in response to Philip George)
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Note: This piece has been entered in the Patients Have Power Writing Contest run by Clara Health designed to raise awareness about clinical trials. As a healthcare practitioner, I am very partial to this cause and hope to help raise awareness about the importance of research.
Have you ever taken a prescription medication, received a vaccine, or used a medical device? Of course you have! You are able to do such things safely because of clinical trials.
Or, perhaps you have cancer or a chronic disease for which current treatments are not effective. Participating in a clinical trial is a great way to try a new, innovative treatment that is not yet on the market.
You might be asking, "But, if I participate in a clinical trial, won't I just be a lab rat?" This is a common myth. There are rules and regulations in place that protect your welfare if you choose to participate in a clinical trial.
Let's dive into what clinical trials are all about and how they can be beneficial. You, as the patient, have the power to make a change!
What is a clinical trial?
Clinical studies is an umbrella term for both clinical trials and observational studies.
A clinical trial is a study in which researchers investigate the safety and utility of a medical product or intervention by measuring outcomes in the participants. The intervention in question might be compared to an already existing intervention, a placebo, or no intervention.
In an observational study, participants are not assigned to a specific intervention but are already receiving an intervention as part of their routine medical care. In this case, researchers are simply observing and are interested in cause and effect relationships.
There are literally thousands of research studies going on around the United States right now.
Why conduct a clinical trial?
Generally, clinical trials are useful for adding to medical knowledge regarding treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of diseases.
This probably does not come as a surprise to anyone but we do not know everything there is to know about diseases and how to keep them at bay. Recommendations change all the time based on results of clinical trials.
What about animal studies? Yes, animal studies exist and serve an important role. However, they do have their limitations. Humans and rats are certainly not built the same, right?
Here are a few reasons why we conduct clinical trials and observation studies:
- Evaluating an intervention (drugs, medical devices, surgical techniques, and so on) for treating a disease
- Finding ways to prevent or determine risk factors for a disease
- Learning the best way to diagnose a disease or condition
- Finding ways to improve the quality of life for people with chronic illnesses
What are some results of clinical trials?
Clinical trials add to our knowledge seemingly by the day. Here are some interesting breakthrough findings from clinical trials:
- While marijuana has been acknowledged as a possible treatment for certain diseases, it has also been found to have unfavorable effects such as increased risk of stroke and heart failure
- A vaccine has been devised that may prevent Alzheimer's disease
- A substance called resveratrol (found in wine and dark chocolate) can rejuvenate old cells and potentially reverse aging
- The poliovirus has the potential to kill cancer cells and stop tumors from regrowing
- Saturated fat is not what clogs coronary arteries, rather it is thought to be an inflammatory process
- A diet low in gluten might actually raise the risk for cardiovascular disease because one is missing out on heart-healthy whole grains
Oh, and guess what? This is all research that has come out within the past year.
What should I know before enrolling in a clinical trial?
You are protected during the process of a clinical trial in a number of ways:
- Informed consent. Informed consent provides information about the clinical trial. It intends to provide the person with the risks, benefits, and alternatives to the study.
- Institutional review boards. Institutional review boards (IRBs) are made up of doctors, researchers, and members of the community to make sure that the study is ethical and protecting the welfare of the participants
Also, be sure to ask questions about reimbursement for expenses, potential interruption to your usual health care, follow-up required, need for hospitalization, length of the study, what to do in case of injury, and whether or not you will have access to the results.
How can I become involved in a clinical trial?
Whether you want to contribute to scientific research or seek treatment for a condition, there is a clinical trial for you.
Check out clinicaltrials.gov to find a database of clinical trials around the world. You can search by location and the condition being studied.
You can also check out Clara Health to find out more about clinical trials. They can even match you up with a clinical trial that suits your preferences!
Clinical studies are a useful tool to help researchers gain more knowledge about diseases and how to keep people healthy.
Breakthroughs in research are happening constantly. It's a very exciting thing to see!
You, as the patient, have the power to change the medical landscape as we know it. Get out there!
Disclaimer: Information contained in this post should not be substituted for medical advice. Therefore, if you think you are having a problem, contact your own provider who knows your health history.
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Latorre, E., Birar, V. C., Sheerin, A. N., Jeynes, J. C., Hooper, A., Dawe, H. R., . . . Harries, L. W. (2017). Small molecule modulation of splicing factor expression is associated with rescue from cellular senescence. BMC Cell Biology,18(1).
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Malhotra, A., Redberg, R. F., & Meier, P. (2017). Saturated fat does not clog the arteries: Coronary heart disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, the risk of which can be effectively reduced from healthy lifestyle interventions. British Journal of Sports Medicine,51(15), 1111-1112.
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The Golden Rules of Digital Etiquette
Technology allows us to communicate and share online. But, our actions can have real offline consequences. Learn how etiquette has changed in the digital age.
A few years ago, the American Red Cross got some unexpected attention on Twitter—but not for their good deeds. An employee in charge of managing the non-profit's social media made the mistake of mixing up their personal and business accounts, accidentally tweeting about "getting slizzerd" on beer.
Like most corporate social media mishaps, this one was quickly followed by an apology. Less common is that the mistake struck a chord with followers and resulted in a rush of donations.
However, not all digital fumbles have such a happy ending. Just Google "employee social media fails" to see a cringe-inducing range of digital faux pas.
Some social media employees fail to check why a hashtag is trending, such as the Entenmann's post below. The brand saw a spike in the hashtag "#notguilty" and jumped on the chance to promote their sweets, not realizing that the phrase was on the rise due to Casey Anthony's trial.
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Negligence is forgivable; we've all been guilty of forgetting once and awhile. However, what's less so is when a brand deliberately uses a serious issue to try and promote their products.
Kenneth Cole, himself, wrote the tweet below that hijacked a hashtag intended to keep people updated on unrest in Cairo. Cole isn't the only one guilty of abusing trending topics in an attempt to gain traffic. UK-based home furnishing brand Habitat jumped on trending breaking news hashtags relating to a crises in Iran—immediately followed by an apology after Twitter users complained that the posts were insensitive.
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Since big brands often have tens of thousands of followers, we're more likely to hear when they make a mistake that damages their digital reputation. But that's not to say that what happens on your private accounts can't come back to haunt you.
From inappropriate tweets and Facebook status updates to phone calls taken at the very worst moments, the list of what's considered a tech-related blunder is nothing if not lengthy—and it's growing every day as the digital landscape continues to change. So, how do you know if you're being polite?
Understanding Digital Etiquette
Digital etiquette, or netiquette as it's sometimes called, is a basic set of rules you should follow in order to make the internet better for yourself and others.
Why is digital etiquette important? As shown in the examples of social media snafus above, every time that you post something online, you leave a permanent digital footprint. Sure, posts can be deleted, but they can also be preserved with a screenshot before you have a chance to self-edit.
Additionally, you can never be sure that the information you share with your friends and coworkers won't be seen by a supervisor or future employer. Companies now use social media as a tool to monitor employees as much as to promote their own brands. Meaning that complaining about work or venting online can actually cost you your career.
Companies now use social media as a tool to monitor employees.
While digital etiquette is based around the idea that it's just as important to treat people with courtesy and respect while online as it is if you were in the same room, there are nuances depending on which platform you use. Here are our tips for managing your online reputation to avoid any real world consequences, starting with social media use.
6 Steps to Common Sense Social Media Etiquette
Despite the kick most of us get out of counting "likes" on a popular post, most people have a tendency to wrongfully assume that their actions on social media won't come back to haunt them. In the clip below, talk show host Ellen DeGeneres shows how easy it is scope out embarrassing posts shared by her audience members before they attended a taping of her show:
The popularity of social media has blurred the line between our personal friend circles and those we interact with at work or school. While these networks can help you develop deeper relationships with coworkers or classmates, it can also cause problems.
For example, one Indiana school has set a precedent by expelling a boy for violating their acceptable use policy in April 2012 with his offensive tweets. Students aren't the only one getting in trouble, either. This article from Oxygen shares eight examples of social media posts that got people fired. (Both links show images of possibly offensive posts, so view at your own discretion.)
How to make sure that your tweets, Facebook posts, and Instagram images don't cause you trouble down the road? Follow these tips:
1. Remember the Golden Rule
Ask yourself, would you say this in real life? If the answer is no, you probably shouldn't post it online. And, when in doubt, don't forget the Golden Rule—if you wouldn't want it said about yourself, then don't say it about someone else.
2. Don't Steal
Plagiarizing used to be an issue limited to students. Now, with so many people sharing their intellectual property online, taking credit for someone else's work is a lot easier—but that doesn't make it okay. Remember that research, ideas, and images aren't yours for the taking. Instead, credit the creator.
3. Consider Your Audience
Are you over-sharing by posting every detail of your daily life? Regularly posting about your commute, errands, or meals can lead friends to stop caring. Remember, moments can still have a meaning even when they're not posted on social media.
Additionally, avoid statements that could be controversial or offensive. For example, think carefully before making comments about political parties, religions, or groups of people that could alienate your friends and acquaintances. Social media is supposed to be a fun way to connect, not a platform used to spread your personal views.
4. Check Your Facts Before Sharing
Many websites earn advertising revenue that's based on how many clicks they get, which has led authors to use a style of headlines called click-bait—these offer more sensation than substance and are designed to make you, you guessed it, click. The downside is that article titles and video subject lines are often misleading, or outright untrue.
Social networks are a community, and it's your responsibility to help keep these virtual streets clean. Follow the rule of three when considering information by searching for three additional sources that back up a claim. Additionally, ask yourself, what's the view of the website and are they likely to try and sway my opinion?
We share tips on how to adopt a more skeptical approach and fact-check resources in "How to Check Facts & Never Fall for False Information Again."
Remember that there's lots of information on the internet. But, just because something shows up online doesn't mean that it's accurate.
5. Curate Your Photos Like a Museum
Your family is beautiful, that new project turned out perfectly, and your European vacation was a blast—these are examples of exactly what you should share on social media. However, your friends and family shouldn't have to scroll through 80 images of the same scene.
Instead, carefully select a few favorites to post. Additionally, remember that photos of a fun night can affect your future, so consider getting them printed for a display to eliminate the chance of someone sharing them without your permission.
Also, remember that it's not just your own reputation in your hands and that tagging your friends in a compromising photo can have consequences for their future as well.
6. Check Your Privacy Settings
Even if you're careful about what you post now, you never know when your social media history might be subjected to unwanted attention or the scrutinous gaze of a potential employer.
Remember that privacy settings are there for your protection, but they're only useful when turned on.
The bottom line on social media etiquette? Think before you post. When you share something online, know that it will be seen by a wide audience and possibly shared beyond your personal circles.
It only takes seconds for a post to be captured and shared, creating lasting damage even if you delete the original.
Digital Etiquette When Emailing
Despite being a powerful tool, composing an email can inspire dread in the most optimistic and confident users. Ever needed to convey something sensitive in an email? What it offers in convenience, it can lack in subtlety and tone.
Here's how to navigate potential pitfalls of electronic communication and ensure that your intended message comes through:
Respond to Emails in a Timely Manner
Even if your response is limited to a quick "ok," being responsive sets up a positive feedback loop instead of sending the message that you're too busy or just don't care.
Know That Every Word Matters
Unlike a regular conversation, every word in an email can be re-read and analyzed to infer meaning. Emails also take extra time to read, so cut the chatter and be as efficient as possible by eliminating unnecessary words. If you have a problem or are making a request, state so clearly and offer suggestions that are easy to follow.
Avoid Using "BCC"
The blind copy feature in the email allows you to share a message with others without the intended recipient being aware. This might appear like a useful way to update your boss or share news with a wider circle of friends, but it comes across as secretive. Instead, modern rules of digital etiquette suggest copying a person openly or not copying them at all.
Lay Off the Caps Lock
One of the first established rules of online communication is that writing in all capital letters is akin to yelling. Needless to say, yelling is hardly ever appropriate, and we can't think of many instances where doing so via email enhances communication.
While email etiquette tips are most frequently employed in workplace messages, don't forget that your friends and family deserve consideration too. No one likes feeling ignored, yelled at, or like their responses have been shared without their knowledge.
Digital Etiquette for Skype, FaceTime, & Video Calls
Video calling is a great tool for communicating with friends and family or coworkers and clients. While smartphone applications and Skype have made knowing how straightforward, the addition of real-time video comes with potential hiccups. Here's how to manage the experience so you don't make a bad impression:
Try to Prevent Any Technical Glitches
If you know a call is coming up, take the time to check your system for potential technical problems before they dial through so that no one is forced to sit and listen to you adjusting your audio.
Choose Your Location Wisely
Video calling might allow you to conference from anywhere that there's a good wifi connection, but that doesn't mean you should. Consider a coffee shop for example—not only is there ample background noise, but there's zero privacy. This means customers will be forced to listen to your call, and the person you're chatting with will be exposed to strangers, which isn't ideal for anyone.
Additionally, if you're starting a video chat in the privacy of your home, think of it like inviting a guest inside. Pick up any piles of dirty laundry, limit potential interruptions, and be conscious of your own appearance.
Try to Make the Experience Feel Like a Natural Interaction
This mostly involves adjusting your camera so that the person you're on a call with isn't stuck looking at the side of your face. Also be conscious that the sound of your keys and mouse clicking are picked up by the microphone, meaning that it's not so easy to hide that you're browsing other websites, even if they can't see your screen.
Bottom Line: Practicing Digital Etiquette Helps You Connect Better
Anyone who's been stuck conversing with a poor listener knows that there's more to connecting than just being physically present—and the same goes for communicating online, via email, or video chat.
Practicing digital etiquette isn't only about being polite. Instead, it encompasses all aspects of human interaction, including respecting the privacy of others, paying for what you use, being an active participant, and carefully considering your permanent digital footprint.
Don't know if something is considered good digital etiquette? When it comes to manners and technology, follow the above rules and your instincts. If you're second-guessing whether you should pull out your phone or send that bawdy tweet, chances are you shouldn't do it.
When all else fails, remember the Golden Rule and why you're using those gadgets and social networking services in the first place: to connect with people you care about.


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What media panics can lead to
Do you remember a few months ago, the dreadful case of the two babies who were mauled by the urban fox in London?
Do you also remember that despite the fact that these cases are extremely rare, the press went into panic mode about urban foxes with TV specials about them and far more press coverage than this "problem" actually warranted, making it seem like a huge and widespread issue.
Well, there is another horrible story today in the Evening Standard. Apparently a bunch of men have taken it upon themselves to lure an urban fox into a trap using drugged bait and then beaten it to death. They have filmed themselves doing this and posted it on Facebook. They claim they are doing this to rid their neighbourhood of this "pest".
I suspect there is a link between the actions of these thugs and the disproportionate media coverage that the original case garnered. OK, people like this are probably just looking for an excuse and they may have found another pretext for this sort of behaviour but I still think the media need to be more responsible and not blow situations like the fox attack out of all proportion.
It's a nasty example of what whipped up hysteria can contribute to.
H/T to James Graham on Twitter for alerting me to the story.
UPDATE 07/08/2010: It turns out that the story was an elaborate hoax by professional film-makers.


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Wankel Rotary Engine: A History by John B. Hege
Conceived in the 1930s, simplified and successfully tested in the 1950s, the darling of the automotive industry in the early 1970s, then all but abandoned before resurging for a brilliant run as a high-performance powerplant for Mazda, the Wankel rotary engine has long been an object of fascination and more than a little mystery.A remarkably simple design (yet understood by few), it boasts compact size, light weight and nearly vibration-free operation.In the 1960s, German engineer Felix Wankels invention was beginning to look like a revolution in the making.
Though still in need of refinement, it held much promise as a smooth and powerful engine that could fit in smaller spaces than piston engines of similar output.
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It clearly explains the working of the engine and the technical challenges it presented–the difficulty of designing effective and durable seals, early emissions troubles, high fuel consumption, and others. The work done by several companies to overcome these problems is described in detail, as are the economic and political troubles that nearly killed the rotary in the 1970s, and the prospects for future rotary -powered vehicles. Personal Review: Wankel Rotary Engine: A History by John B.
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text: Pete McClain - September 23, 2010 A Fail-Safe Dog Tie-Out There is nothing more frightening in the world of dogdom than returning to the location where you staked out your gun dog only to find your dog is gone!The dog may have slipped out of his collar, the snap on the collar may have been accidentally opened, the entire stake-out unit may have pulled from the ground, or some mechanical element in the tie-out may have failed and turned the dog loose. I speak with some authority, having crossed the United States a dozen times, staked-out bird dogs at night and suffered some anxious moments when, for a number of reasons, the dogs were gone when I looked for them. If there was ever a sickening feeling, this was it.I suspect I have tried almost every type of commercial tie-out stake, and each seemed to have a specific problem or failure. Some could be pulled out by a strong dog lunging on the chain. Others tended to unscrew from the ground or would not dig deep enough to hold in soft soil or sand, some chains tended to tangle, others would twist and snub the dog up tight, and still others hang up around the tie-out anchor. Following some experimentation, I think I have come up with an inexpensive tie -out system that anyone can build without the aid of a toolbox or the technical knowledge of how to use it.My first consideration was getting away from traditional steel chain, which always seem to gather leaves, twigs and other debris or tangles when the dog moved around on the ground anchor. I solved this by using eighth- or quarter-inch plastic-coated steel airline or boat steering cable, rated at over 1,800 pounds of breaking strength and costing about $1.40 a foot. I preferred the 6- to 8-foot lengths for tie-out purposes. This cable lies flat and does not kink or twist. Some dogs may chew on the plastic coating of the cable, but mine never have. This cable is attached to the ground anchor, which is a 3-foot length of three-quarter-inch galvanized pipe with a cap on the threaded end to absorb the blows of a small sledgehammer used to drive the pipe into the ground to the desired depth, depending on the soil and ground conditions. Personally, I have never driven the pipe deeper than 2 feet. This allowed for a foot of pipe standing above ground level, which served to remind me to pick up the tie-out assembly before leaving the scene of the action. I have lost four commercial tie-outs because I failed to see or remember them when I loaded the dogs and moved some 500 miles to the next overnight stop. I also found the vertical pipes were easily visible to anyone walking near the tie-out and dogs. Also, if they were left in place in the yard, the upright pipes reminded me not to cut the grass too close to the site. Ground level tie-outs are hard on lawn mower blades. Constructing this tie-out is simple. First, I attach the tie-out cable to the ground anchor pipe. I selected a 1 1/2-inch sturdy metal ring or a 1 1/2-inch shackle, which easily slides over the pipe, and when the cap is replaced on the pipe, this prevents the ring from sliding up the pipe. The cable is attached to a swivel by cable clamps. The cable and swivel clamps are then attached to the metal ring on the ground anchor pipe. The shackle turns freely on the pipe and the swivel prevents the cable from twisting.The final act is to attach a collar snap to the snap at the dog's end of the tie-out cable. This is easily done by making a second loop in the cable, about 2 inches long, and securing it with two cable clamps to form a secure loop to which a swivel and the collar snap are added, completing the tie-out. It's important to add the swivels at each end of the tie-out cable to eliminate any twisting or crimping of the cable.The selection of a snap, which attaches the tie-out cable to the ring on the dog's collar, is extremely important. Most sturdy snaps will hold and remain hooked under normal conditions. However, some dogs like to roll and slide along the ground when tied. If it happens to catch the snap just right, it may open enough to fall off the collar. Other times a dog may play or pull at the collar, and the leash or cable may pinch a secured snap open. This has happened to me, even with a dog on a leash when I accidentally made the right, or wrong, maneuver.I have found one particular snap, which is frequently used on horses and large animals. It's called a "large animal snap." This is a big, heavy-duty snap designed so it's necessary to pull the locking dog on the snap out rather than squeezing it in to put the snap on or to take it off a collar. It may take two human hands to release this sturdy snap from the ring on the dog's collar. These are excellent, except this release is spring-loaded with a wire spring that tends to rust and weaken with time. It pays to replace this collar snap at the first sign of any rusting. Most other snaps will work, but I like the comfort of knowing the above-mentioned snap is in place when I tie out my dogs. Some dogs like to dig at the ground tie-out either through boredom or to try to escape. I have a Lab who delighted in digging a foot-deep hole next to one of those screw-in tie-outs. I foiled this effort my cutting a 10-inch circular disc out of three-quarter-inch plywood and drilling a 1 1/2-inch hole in the center to receive the 1 1/4-inch tie-out pipe. This prevented the dog from getting immediate access to dig at the tie-out pipe and ruined his fun.Some readers may think I over designed this dog tie-out. The swivels, cables and other parts may be over-sized. This entire tie-out can be reduced in size according to the size and strength of your dog. However, since I am relying on this tie-out to hold some Labs weighing close to 100 pounds, I need all the help I can get. I would estimate that this entire home-assembled tie-out costs about $15 for the pipe, cable, clamps, swivels, links and snaps. The tie-out is almost indestructible and should last many years, assuring you great peace of mind when you tie out your gun dog. GET THE NEWSLETTER Join the List and Never Miss a Thing. Sign Me Up


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A duck with style glamour and panache. The perfect duck for a bit of stylish feather craft fun.
White card, polystyrene ball, glue, sticky squares, feathers, magic maize, traditional pipe cleaners, foam googly eyes and gems.
1. To make the head push a wooden stick into your polystyrene ball and whilst holding that cover the ball with an even layer of glue.
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3. Set aside to dry.
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8. Stick some googly eyes, a beak (a flattened piece of magic maize bent in half is perfect) and add the head band
9. Finally make 2 small holes in the cardboard cone to push pipe cleaners in for her arms (I think the texture of traditional pipe cleaners are great for this) and again flatten a piece of magic maize to make a her hand.
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Baron Philippe Bodson holds a diploma of civil engineer (Université de Liège) and a Master Degree in Business Administration (MBA) in l'Insead. In 1977, Philippe Bodson joined Glaverbel where he was Managing Director from 1980 till 1989. As from 1989 till 1999, he was Managing Director of Tractebel and President of Electrabel and Distrigaz. From 1999 till 2003, he was senator in the Belgian Senate. At present, Philippe Bodson is President of the board of directors of Floridienne and Hamon, President of Free Fair Post Initiative (NGO), President of the Board of Directors of EXMAR, member of the Board of Directors of AEI (Houston), Bluesky, Cobepa and advisor of Credit Suisse.
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Ludwig Criel graduated from the University of Ghent with a degree in Applied Economic Sciences. He also holds a degree in Management (Vlerick School of Management).
In 1976 he joined Boelwerf as Project Manager. In 1983 he became Administrative Manager of Almabo. He held various management positions within the Almabo/EXMAR Group and later became Chief Financial Officer of CMB. From 1999 till 2011 he was Managing Director of the Wah Kwong Group in Hong Kong.
Ludwig Criel is chairman of De Persgroep, member of the Supervisory Board of De Persgroep Nederland, member of the board of Bank Degroof Petercam and is a director of various subsidiaries of the CMB Group. He has been a director of CMB since 1991 and director of EXMAR since listing.
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Isabelle Vleurinck holds a master degree in Applied Economic Sciences from the KU-Leuven and a diploma of Financial Analyst of the Belgian Association of Financial Analysts.
She started her career in the Corporate Finance department with Bank Degroof. In 1992 she joined Almabo/CMB group where she was project coordinator within the finance department until 2004.
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Baron Philippe Vlerick graduated in philosophy from the University of Leuven in 1977. He also holds a diploma in law (Leuven – 1978), a MBA General Management (PUB) (Ghent, Vlerick School of Management in 1979) and a Master degree of Business Administration from Indiana University, Bloomington (USA – 1980).
He is Chairman and Managing Director of B.I.C. Carpets, Uco and other Vlerick Group Businesses. He is Chairman of Photo Hall Multimedia, HIFI International, Pentahold and BICC&I (Belgo-Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry) and Vice-chairman of the KBC Group, KBL, Spector and Corelio. He is on the board of various companies, including EXMAR, Besix, BMT, Etex, IVC, Corelio, L.V.D. Company and Concordia Textiles.


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What do we common people need to do to get the same outrage from Senators, the press, and other elected officials that the Veterans of America have rightfully received over the Veterans Administration Healthcare System scandal? With the passage of ObamaCare, and Justice Robert's re-write of the law allowing the federal government to dictate that citizens purchase a government approved product, we have become conscripts in the ObamaCare healthcare system.
The disastrous rollout of the Exchanges pales in comparison to the 6 million Americans who lost the insurance they had chosen, but the headlines of the day touted the 7.2 million Americans enrolled through the Exchanges. Never mind that 75% were those who previously had insurance and 79% qualified for subsidies, marking a shift from private sector support to taxpayer support. Adding insult to injury, the government now tells us one million people may not really have qualified but they don't have the capability to verify and match subsidy to policy. Where are the Senate floor speeches, the op-ed pieces from officials?
The alarming peek behind the curtain of operations in the VA system is a sneak preview of barriers to personalized healthcare awaiting the rest of us once we're all on the HealthCare.gov government franchise insurance products. As ObamaCare architect Ezekiel Emmanuel so succinctly phrased it, "You can kiss your old insurance goodbye.�?
And what do these new products look like? A patient of mine is the administrator for a large ENT practice who has researched the Exchange options. He reported that the subsidized plans are largely HMO's with limited physician and hospital access and average payment rates to providers 30% lower than Medicare. This is supported by the statement of the executive vice president of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of California who was quoted as saying that they dropped 40% of their providers because they would not accept the lower rates of the Exchange products.
The end result with full implementation will be a two tiered system much like the VA. Those who can afford to go outside the system will, and those who cannot will be like the veterans waiting in line. As we have seen, delays in services are irritating for routine care but potentially fatal if you are ill.
Senator John McCain, in his May 24, 2014 WSJ op-ed piece entitled, "The Scandal That Shadows Memorial Day�? characterized the President's response to the VA scandal as "treating this as a political problem to be managed, not a national crisis to be solved.�? He further states, "Veterans have earned the right to choose where and when they get their medical care, and it is our responsibility to afford them this option. Continuing to require that they rely on a system riddled with dysfunction, while waiting for broader reform, is patently unacceptable.�? Amen.
Haven't we seen enough of ObamaCare and its delays to make the same statements regarding patients and physicians who now are reduced to pawns on the political-insurance-bureaucratic ObamaCare chess board? This predictable disaster can be stopped by flipping the Senate majority this November and demanding a halt to further implementation until after the 2016 presidential election. It is becoming increasingly obvious that repeal and replace is the road to affording all Americans, including our veterans, "the right to choose where and when�? and from whom we get our medical care.


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For chronic alcoholics who are recovering but suffer from sustained liver damage, having a less than optimally functioning liver may inhibit elimination of Zoloft which could cause subsequent toxic levels of Zoloft to accumulate in the body.
Individuals with impaired liver functioning usually need to take lower than normal doses of Zoloft while continuing to be monitored by their physician.
According to Suzanne LeVert, author of the book The Facts about Antidepressants (2006), alcohol appears to stimulate protein compounds that facilitate the breakdown of Zoloft in the bloodstream. This means that levels of Zoloft in the body are significantly lower than the prescribed level, which may possible worsen depression and anxiety symptoms.
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6:00 pm Youth Design Team
10:00 am Charlie Brown Program dress rehearsal
Give an Ornament, Share a Gift — The needs of the poor community in Terre Haute are substantial and the Mission Committee wishes to support them at Christmas in a unique way. Through December 15, we are inviting CPC families and individuals to bring an ornament to hang on the tree in fellowship hall in exchange for one of the gift needs that will be on the tree. You will purchase the gift requested on the tag and return it to the church by December 22. The ornament you bring can be a purchased one or one that you already have. If it has special meaning for you, you can share that in a book that will be next to the tree. The ornaments will become part of the church collection for future years. Thank you, in advance, for helping those in need this Christmas season.
The PRELUDES during Advent will feature a variety of church members and creative talents. Arrive early to enjoy them! Sunday School classes should dismiss at 10:15.
The choir presents a Christmas Cantata, Born a Savior, Born a King: The Prophecy Fulfilled, by John Purifoy on Sunday, December 8 during worship.
The children and youth will present an adapted version of A Charlie Brown Christmas during worship on December 15. Jean and Chuck Shutt and Amanda Mang are the directors.
Celebrating Life will meet on Tuesday, December 10 at 1:00 pm. Cheryl Moles will present a program of "Christmas Memories."
7th Cents Youth Group will meet this Sunday at Central from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Gifts for families at 14th and Chestnut will be wrapped and a there will be a Christmas movie following supper.
Hymnal News from the Worship Commission
We rejoice in the wonderful celebration and dedication of the Glory to God hymnals on Sunday, November 17, 2013. These 262 Glory to God hymnals were purchased in memory of Juanita Pugh, for which we are most grateful. That number of books sounds large, but we were actually using more copies of the old blue Presbyterian Hymnal. So, if anyone would like to purchase a pew edition of Glory to God for the church to be dedicated "in honor of" or "in memory of" someone, the cost is $18 per copy. We request to have all such orders be turned in by Sunday, December 15, 2013. Besides the check, please clearly specify for whom the hymnal is dedicated and if it is "in memory of" or "in honor of" that person.
Now a word about the old blue Presbyterian Hymnals and Sing the Faith songbooks. If you dedicated any of these books to someone, and would like to keep that copy or give that copy to someone, we invite you to do so. These books are sorted by the donator's last name on the tables on the east wall of the Fellowship Hall. Nonetheless, several hundred quality copies of these hymnals are in storage. The session blessed the First Presbyterian Church of Chinook, Montana with 40 copies, and the members of this small congregation were amazingly thankful. Consequently, if you know of a Presbyterian congregation that would be glad to have some of our extra copies of the Presbyterian Hymnal, please let the church office know, so that those requests may be taken to the session.
Happy Birthday to:
Alisa Ennis, Tara Singer 12/7; Mara Shearer 12/10; Barb Goltry, Anna Weber 12/11; Phil Farmer 12/12; Jim Moles 12/14
Lectionary readings for December 8
Second Sunday of Advent Isa. 11:1-10; Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19; Rom. 15:4-13; Matt. 3:1-12
Reminders for Sunday, December 8
Liturgist: Allen Holder
Advent Candles: Haan family
Children's Moment: None; children will remain in worship for the Cantata; children 4 and younger may be in the nursery
Greeters: Max & Caroline Payne
Ushers: Youth
Hosts: Susan Hoffman
Session Open and Close: Brad Bough, Don Lowder
PRAYER REQUESTS (joys and concerns) should be called in or e-mailed to the church office. You can also place a request in the offering plate – or write it on the pew pad in worship. With your permission, they will be listed in the Koinonia prayer list, and announced in worship so that the church family can pray for the mentioned needs. Please keep the office updated on the requests.
- The Cantata presented by our choir
- Donna Wilson, recovering from abdominal surgery (in Indianapolis)
- Jim Morgan, broken leg is healing; he expects to return to WV apartment by the 18th
- Bill Cook, facial surgery; doing well
- Russell Kelly, Mary Kay (Farrar)'s husband, hospitalized
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- John Chironna, Crohn's disease
- Carol Cook, chronic heart condition has worsened
- Amanda Mang's co-worker, miscarriage at 5 months
- Mary Jean DeMarr
- Mike Wadsworth, successful hip replacement
- Jim Schnabel, aortic aneurysm repaired, doing well at home
- JoAnn Paul, Donna Paul-Bonham's mother, successful hip replacement surgery
- Jon Ford's mother, breast cancer
- Betty Wright, Marsha Harder's mother
- The grandson of Lew Van Reed's friend, serious liver problem
- P.J. Ekstrom's step-sister's daughter, mastectomy surgery
- Robert Horneker, treatment for prostate cancer
- Harry Gee, at Davis Gardens/Westminster Village
- Andrea Paul-Bonham, YAV in Chinook, Montana
- Maria Exline, friend of Fred & Nancy Rubey, ruptured brain aneurysm
- Bill George, dialysis
- Jonathan Kirchoff, friend of Trey Ourand, brain cancer, chemotherapy
- Julia Blair
- Zain Shepard, 4 yr.old son of Cetta DePaolo's friend, brain damage causing seizures. Pray for Zain's parents and family.
- Linda Albin, mother of Bob Guell's friend, possible recurrence of cancer
- Debby Trierweiler, friend of Barb Goltry and Moles family, liver cancer; chemo
- Lewis Sego
- Cheryl Cunningham, friend of Mary Jean DeMarr, cancer
- Gary Jenkins
- Elliot Hartman age 5, from Elkhart, IN, the grandson of a couple who are close friends of Jim and Shirley Slutz, diagnosed with Systemic Juvenile Arthritis
- Lance Weatherwax's parents
- Keith & JoAnn Paul, Donna Paul-Bonham's parents
- Dorothy Jamieson, Sandy Mead's mother
- Shawn Larson, Phillip Smith's godson, struggling with limitations of Multiple Sclerosis.
- Donna Paul-Bonham's aunt, cancer
- Charles McKinney, Jill Conner's father
- John Chironna
- John Fowler, Paul Fowler's brother
- Mary Helen Terrell, friend of Kathy Seay, continuing eye and vision difficulties
- Sarah Hughes, daughter of a colleague of Elaine McVay, health problems associated with MS
- Billy Wilder, friend of Lant Davis
- Rev. Pam Habitz, friend of Scott Paul-Bonham, cancer David Doti, friend of Joe Harder, throat cancer
- Peggy Kord, Susan Moulton's sister-in-law, Multiple Sclerosis
- Brian Harder-Army National Guard
- William Seo – Army, South Korea
- Sgt. Adam Buck, Army, Ft. Bliss, TX
- Brad Chironna, Marines, Cherry Hill, NC
- Lindsay Kenzor, Navy
- Sean Spydell, Anna Spydell's brother, Navy
- Jonathan Seay, Kathy's son, Air Force
- Anthony Hubbard, son of Honnalora Hubbard, Navy Corpsman,
- Chad Strickfadden, cousin of Amanda Tramel, Army, Afghanistan
- Jacob Culp, Chuck & Sandy's grandson, Army, Ft. Benning, GA
- Beverly Kajander in MO
- Laura Redicks Royal Oaks
- Tebby Miller Cobblestone Crossings
- George Justus Westminster Village
- Mary Symon
- Paul Fowler, Westminster Village
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Directional Valves
PD12-S60N — Piloted, 2-Position, 4-Way, Spool-Type Valve
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A screw-in, cartridge-style, pilot-operated, 2-position, 4-way, spool-type,
hydraulic directional valve.
In neutral position, the PD12-S60N allows flow between ports 2 and 3 and
between ports 4 and 5. On remote pilot signal at 1, the valve shifts to allow
flow between ports 3 and 4, and between ports 2 and 5. The spring chamber
is vented to the tank through port 6. The vented spring chamber allows the valve
to be fully pressurized at ports 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 without affecting required pilot
pressure. Pressure at 6 will affect required pilot pressure.
• Hardened spool and cage for long life.
• Up to 344 bar (5000 psi) operation.
• 110 and 170 psi bias springs available.
Operating Pressure: 344 bar (5000 psi) with Polyurethane seals
Flow: up to 56 lpm (15 gpm)
Maximum Internal Leakage: at 240 bar (3500 psi): 197 ml/minute (12 cu. in./minute)
Oil Volume Required to Full Shift: 1.07 cc (0.065 cu. in.)
Temperature: -40 to 100°C (-40 to 212°F) with Buna seals;
-26 to 204°C (-15 to 400°F) with fluorocarbon seals;
-54 to 107°C (-65 to 225°F) with polyurethane seals
Filtration: See page 9.010.1
Fluids: Mineral-based or synthetics with lubricating properties at viscosities of
7.4 to 420 cSt (50 to 2000 sus); See Temperature and Oil Viscosity, page 9.060.1
Installation: No restrictions; See page 9.020.1
Cavity: VC12-S6; See page 9.112.1_6w
Cavity Tool: CT12-S6xx; See page 8.600.1
Seal Kit: SK12-S6x-BMMMM; See page 8.650.1
Cartridge: Weight: 0.21 kg (0.46 lb);
Steel with hardened work surfaces.
Zinc-plated exposed surfaces; Buna N
O-rings and polyester elastomer back-ups standard.
Ported Body: Test housing available.
See page 8.012.1_6w
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In addition to publishing the latest GHI news, activities and event notices for our members, GHI also communicates sound principles of food safety science to influencers and decision makers—from the general public and the press, to politicians, policymakers and regulatory authorities.
Through a variety of communications, we aim to improve understanding and better inform all stakeholders so that objective scientific concepts, not political expediency or media hype, become the basis of crafting meaningful, harmonized food safety legislation and regulation in all countries.
Please check this page regularly for updates, or connect with us on on social media for the latest GHI news posts.
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Food Contamination and Traceability Summit Munich, Germany 26-27 May 2020
General Meetings Scheduled for IFT 2016, ISEKI-Food Conference
In July 2016, GHI will hold general meetings at IFT 2016 in Chicago, IL, USA and the 4th International ISEKI-Food Conference in Vienna, Austria. The informational meetings will update members about GHI's activities and progress. The general meetings are open to all conference attendees.
Visit our Calendar page for information about meeting times and locations.
GHI Working Groups Now Forming, Open to Members
GHI has accepted proposals for a number of new Working Groups. If you would like to contribute as a member in any of these groups, please contact the Working Group Coordinator.
- Ethics in the Food Industry
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- Nomenclature on Food Safety and Quality
New Book in GHI Series Focuses on Traditional and Ethnic Food Safety
In December 2015, Elsevier/Academic Press published the second book in the GHI Series, "Regulating Safety of Traditional and Ethnic Foods." The book examines a variety of traditional foods from around the world, their risks and benefits, and how regulatory steps may assist in establishing safe parameters for these foods without reducing their cultural or nutritive value in today's diets.
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GHI Issues New Share Sheet, Harmonisation: Feeding People, Fueling Innovation
As the first in GHI's new Share Sheet series, Harmonisation: Feeding People, Fueling Innovation outlines how differences in food safety regulations between countries not only impedes the use of new technologies but also leads to the destruction of food in a world where 1 billion people go hungry. Using Parclesus' Toxicology Principle, "the dose makes the poison," the two-page brief illustrates how poor communication and misperceptions by politicians, policymakers, consumers and other influencers can result in the development of non-science-based and conflicting regulations, globally.
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77% of the population are scared of public speaking, are you one of them? Public speaking can be scary. You have to speak in front of a big group of strangers and express your thoughts. Then you will received comments from them. Feeling nervous is normal, having no idea how to properly prepare is normal too. HelloToby has gathered 10 tips for public speaking preparation and performance.
The former President of the United States of America, Obama, is publicly known as a great public speaker. He is very influential and persuasive. If you want to be a successful speaker like him, you should read this article, we included some skills used by Obama too. Other than that, you should sign up for public speaking courses and practice!
1. Repetition
Obama used this technique a lot, and it is one of the easiest. Obama always repeat the structure of the sentences. This emphasize on the message delivered. He used different words to describe one matter. It allows the audience to know the importance of the issue. Obama used parallelism, metaphor etc. All these allows the audience to understand abstract ideas, helps them to relate to the speaker.
例子: I Have a Dream -- Martin Luther King
I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal."
I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.
I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the heat of injustice, sweltering with the heat of oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.
I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.
2. Add in Topic Related Story
Everyone loves stories, especially those who sat for hours, they are bored. If you talk about an interesting stories, they will be interested in your talk! Telling stories catches the attention and also helps the audience to understand the situation, it brings them a better view of the topic. A story can briefly illustrate abstract ideas. Remember to tell the story lively, monotone is not persuasive enough, it will be hard to bring in audience's emotions.
3. Appropriate Articulation
Obama also use this skills well. His speech is usually slow, which allows everyone to listen clearly; he speeds up when he is delivering an important point. He also pases, so everyone's attention is on him, and look forward to what he is going to say. He has a firm voice which shows confidence. We need to learn how to articulate well, do not overdo it, and do not sound like a robot. Your speech will sound much better if you do it well.
4. Body Gestures
Study shows that people are telling the truth when the speaker has some body gestures. Having body gestures can better persuade people. Body gestures gets more attention, and make you look confident and comfortable in the situation. Gestures must have purpose, natural and goes with the speech. If you have too much gestures, you will look nervous, and people will feel like you are acting instead. Obama always uses his hands to emphasize, and turns when facing other audience.
5. Be Aware of Audience
Public Speaking is to share your thoughts, so you have to be aware of how the audience reacts and adjust. Their reaction is important as they mean a lot of things. You know how you do when you observe their reaction. If they are bored, add a little fun into your speech. Remember that different audience have different preference and you should adjust accordingly.
6. Don't be Afraid when You Made A Mistake
A lot of people are afraid of public speaking because they might make mistakes. But we believe that more people are understanding. If you did not make a terrible mistake, audience will forgive you. So what should I do when mistake is made? Well, ignore if small; laugh it off if big. Your performance will be affected if you fret because of one mistake.
7. Use Multimedia Appropriate
Using the right media can help the audience to grasp the idea. Although stories help, but tangible items will present the idea in a better way. The audience might not be able to hear or understand the sentence in a short time, so slideshows, pictures or videos will be a great help. The audience will also be more eager to learn about the things shown in the media.
8. Limit Your Talk to 20 Minutes
The average listening time is 20 minutes. After that, most people cannot focus. So if you want to engage your audience throughout the talk, you should concentrate everything in 20 minutes. This way, most people will have their attention fixed on you. You should use the golden 20 minutes wisely, make your point and explain.
9. Listen to Ted Talks
Other than attending training course, you should spend time to listen to Ted Talks made by renowned people of different industries. Ted Talks is a great resource, a lot of people have went on and speak, such as, Bill Gates, Girl who got out of North Korea, and other successful people. They used media, stories and humour. You will learn a lot of techniques from them.
10. Use Outline Wisely
It is best not to look at your script during the speech, you have to look at your audience. If you want to deliver messages to them directly, making eye contact is best to make them feel directly included. So, when you write your script, just make an outline and use point form. Then you will not be looking at the script all the time, keywords should be able to remind you of necessary content. You can be more flexible and adjust the content according to time and situation.
Public speaking is a test on bravery, it helps your future and train your ability to adapt. All these skills are applicable to speech and event MC. Other than learning all these skills and techniques, you should learn to care about your personal image. With this skill set, you will be able to show your best self with ease, go impress them with your confidence!


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Downlights as the names suggest means to fall their fantastic lights at downsides on the walls of the room. These lighting assists to make the room marvelous, have a vibe of extravagance and leaves the room showing up as more roomy. In a large portion of the cases, these downlights are fitted in the room at concealed spaces, at the upper ceiling or place these lights at that space which are not visible at first sight. So only the decorative portions like rim, and stylish bulbs are visible to the visitors, but not complete lighting fixtures like their spring clips which help the lights to fix into the ceiling and also save them from falling.
For giving modernize look to the room, hallway or any other area, people prefer these special downlights. In fact, the LED downlight is a very famous part of bathrooms and modular kitchens. In the modular kitchen, downlights are used for their looks and versatile purposes. They give low lighting to the kitchen which looks great and helps for finding the things, during working in the kitchen. In hotels, restaurants or pub's, these downlights are playing the main role. Mostly in these places, they need low or dim lights to make the environment colorful and pleasant. So that most of the clients come and enjoy the lighting attraction here. Even these lights can be fitted in every corner and can be tilted wherever one want to spread these lights.
Downlights are mostly used for their superb features like energy efficient lighting. These lights come in various qualities and types. Main downlights are LED lights and Halogen lights. LED lights are energy efficient and mostly comes in voltages like 1V, 3V or 11V, etc., and halogen lights are more power consuming as compared to the LED lights but at the same time, they provide more lighting and brightness to the room than the LED.
To focus on these areas and features, Lighting HQ comes in the market and develops these amazing and luxurious lighting gifts to everybody. They provide these lights in all categories and with different designs according to the different taste of light lovers. Theses lights are great in looks and long lasting regarding quality.
Square Centre Tilt Recessed Downlight
Recessed downlights are available in a steel case which is in pressed form and makes the lighting look very attractive. Even for comfortable usage, the company manufactures these stylish lights with three heads and can tilt at 30 degrees whenever one needs. These lightings have 12V power consumption with 50W and available in white or silver colors.
Weatherproof IP44 Downlight
These downlights are the best lighting option which has the high technical feature called weatherproof. This great feature makes the lighting solid during raining season or preventive from moisture. These energy saving light's face cover is made from cast aluminum and having steel case which is in a pressed form that gives protection to the lights from any damage. Availability of lights is in white or satin nickel color which also comes in very graceful colors for decorating a room. Even these lights consume the maximum of 50W.


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New Escapologist is a magazine for white-collar functionaries with escape on the brain.
Drawing from philosophy, literature and original humour; we discuss practical escape routes from the present-day predicaments of demeaning work, status anxiety and urban lethargy.
Each issue is a compendium of funny and practical essays on the subject of escape. We promote freedom, anarchy and the absurd.
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