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Hat Dash 2011 is officially over! Over 475 users participated, including 93 Zombies (people who last posted over 30 days ago) and 102 Newbies (first-time posters). 1152 questions were asked, 2259 answers posted, and 2042 hats were awarded in three short weeks!
Sad to see your hats go? We've added a new section to HatDash.com to see your full Hat Rack. You can find it by taking your Gaming user page URL (like 'gaming.stackexchange.com/users/3/david-fullerton') and replacing the "gaming.stackexchange.com" part with "hatdash.com" (like 'hatdash.com/users/3/david-fullerton'). Feel free to put a link to it in your user profile!
Curious to see how other people did? Visit the Hat Dash Hall of Fame:
A special congratulations to agent86 and Raven Dreamer who tied for the win with 31 hats each!
Some random info for you:
- Rarest Hat: The Un-Hat — 3 upvoted posts in "uncharted-3" (only 2 users unlocked it)
- Most Common Hat: Editor Hat — edit a post (70 users were wearing it at the end of Hat Dash)
- Most Unappreciated Hat: The Chatterbox — 10 comments in a day (0 of 27 users who had it were wearing it at the end)
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- 1151 questions and 2254 answers were asked during Hat Dash, 42% and 32% more than the pre-Dash average
- 59 bounties were awarded during Hat Dash, almost 3x the average!
- 102 brand new users earned and wore hats
- The top 50 hat earners posted 60% more than they did before Hat Dash
Star Wars: The Old Republic Contest
The conclusion of Hat Dash also ends the Star Wars: The Old Republic contest. Over 156 questions were asked, boosting SWTOR into the top 30 tags on the site (and still climbing!) and making it currently the #2 most-viewed tag on the site (behind only Skyrim):
The winners of the contest are:
- Matthew Read wins the Interactive R2D2 droid for having the most views across all his SWTOR questions
- Nick T wins the Replica Luke Skywalker Lightsaber for the top question: Where does The Old Republic fit in with KOTOR?
- Raven Dreamer wins the Replica Darth Vader Mask for the top answer: What is Centering?
The Future of Hats
Overall, Hat Dash was a resounding success: our top users loved it (averaging over 10 hats each!), and the event generated hundreds of questions and answers that would not normally have been posted. While there are things we could have done better, the basic idea of rewarding our awesome community and having some extra fun during the holidays worked!
So you can rest assured, this won't be the last you see of HATS!


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HONG KONG — For users of Meitu's signature app, a beautiful touch-up at the press of a button is free.
But Meitu is hoping that investors in the company, which wants to "make the world a more beautiful place," will value it somewhere between $4.6 billion and $5.23 billion.
Meitu plans to offer shares at between 8.5 Hong Kong dollars and 9.6 Hong Kong dollars, raising $629 million to $710 million.
The company is known for its eponymous selfie app, which allows users to digitally alter their photos, as well as its livestreaming app, Meipai. It also makes smartphones, designed to improve selfie-taking, which are endorsed by the Chinese actress Angelababy.
The share listing will offer a rare gauge of whether global investors agree with the sky-high valuations often found in China's tech start-up scene. Venture capitalists and private investors have leapt into the field, which has given rise to successful app- and gadget-makers amid an e-commerce and financial technology boom.
But many of China's hottest start-ups have been snapped up by its three major internet companies — the e-commerce giant Alibaba Group, the social media and gaming conglomerate Tencent Holdings and the search provider Baidu — before they go public. That leaves it unclear whether the high valuations of many Chinese start-ups can be sustained.
The Hong Kong Exchange has not seen a technology offering of this size in nearly a decade. The biggest previous I.P.O. of this type was Alibaba's listing of its business-to-business e-commerce unit in 2007, in which it raised $1.7 billion, according to data from Dealogic.
In general, 2016 has been a quieter year globally for listings. ZTO Express, a Chinese delivery company whose growth was underpinned by its links with Alibaba, raised $1.4 billion when it listed on the New York Stock Exchange in October. Line, the Japanese messaging company, raised about $1.3 billion in July.
Meitu said in a news release that it planned to use the proceeds from the offering to expand its smartphone business, buy or invest in other businesses and bolster its marketing.
"Through growing our user base and enhancing users' engagement in a cost-efficient manner, we are determined to develop Meitu as a portfolio of innovative photo and community apps so as to retain and attract more business partners to our ecosystem — which could ultimately contribute to our revenue," Cai Wensheng, the founder of the company, said in a news release.
The company has a variety of beauty-focused apps with about 456 million users, but most of its revenue comes from selling smartphones in China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.
Shares are expected to start trading on Dec. 15.
The offering is sponsored by Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse and China Merchants Securities.


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Do you like art? Are you passionate about Nature? Are you in the mental health field, or do you just like pondering the mystery of what makes us all tick?
Learn how art can help Nature teach. Eco-Art Therapy is a revolutionary blending of art therapy with ecopsychology. It is a fun, creative way of tapping into Nature's restorative powers for healing of body, mind and spirit. You can take these accredited, online Eco-Art Therapy classes for personal growth, elective credit towards an academic degree, or to obtain full professional certification in Eco-Art Therapy. You do not need to be an "artist". This journey is not about learning art skills, but rather uses the experiential process of art-making as a tool for expanding awareness and understanding.
In these Eco-Art courses you will be introduced to art and nature activities that you can use and teach to help strengthen relationships, restore balance, deepen spiritual connection and add more joy and meaning to your life and the lives of others. You will connect with yourself as part of Earth's web of life and learn how art and sensory nature moments can help realign your critical thinking and provide lasting personal transformation.
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Marine aquarists try very hard to create a beautiful aquarium – whether the system is fish only or reef that is the target. These attempts are generally successful and often the picture is enhanced by Mother Nature. Mother Nature obviously provides the 'eye targets', the colourful fish and corals. InRead more →
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Watching a marine aquarium is a great pleasure and probably one of the major reasons why so many keep them. With a reef system sometimes a new arrival is seen to appear, or a species of coral that is already present appears somewhere else. On a few occasions I've noticedRead more →
Despite the fact that more advanced marine aquarists visit Aquaristsonline in increasing numbers the website was originally targeted at beginners. Nothing has changed, so why is anything being written about breeding which is in the area of the more advanced among us? The answer is that earlier, and also moreRead more →
The major bio-filtration media in use by marine aquarists, whether they keep a reef or fish only system, is probably live rock and for good reason. Premium live rock is rock that has been fairly recently harvested from around the reefs, meaning it is 'rubble' rather than hewed from theRead more →
What is the most important part of a marine system? Lighting? Well no, it isn't, seawater quality is the number one with both fish only and reef aquariums. High seawater quality means there shouldn't be any indication of ammonia or nitrite. Nitrate should be as low as possible (the guidelineRead more →
Interesting? O3 + NO2 ………> O2 + NO3 (Ozone + Nitrite ………> Oxygen + Nitrate) Could be, but in the majority of cases the answer is no. A potential marine aquarist or even an existing one keeping a reef or fish only system is likely to shy away from anythingRead more →
All marine aquarists are aware of live rock. It's the stuff that perhaps the majority use for bio- filtration and it's also excellent as décor, be it a reef or a fish only system. Good mature live rock has the usual bacteria present, those that convert the toxins ammonia andRead more →
The very word can strike fear into any marine aquarist. Diseases, particularly 'velvet' and 'white spot' are real threats. The threat can be minimized of course. Careful selection of fish is the initial way, being careful to ensure the selected ones are as 'clean' as they should be. Other intendedRead more →
Having a quarantine tank is generally accepted as 'a good thing'. Strangely, the majority of marine aquarists don't use one, instead throwing caution to the winds or at least relying on good luck. Perhaps they obtain their fish from sources where they are guaranteed to have been successfully quarantined. Anyway,Read more →
Pretty obvious really! The weather is an example. But no, we're concerned with marine aquariums of course. In a fish only aquarium the changes are usually, strangely enough, to do with fish. New additions, growth, the cave/hole they live in and the like. In a reef system more changes areRead more →


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Professional insulation installation is critical to the long-term energy efficiency and comfort of a building and its residents. Don't overlook quality insulation in exchange for other features. Investing in quality, professional insulation services and air sealing is the most cost effective way to save money each month on energy bills. In addition to these benefits, a well insulated, energy efficient home can have increased resale value over a similar home without these upgrades.
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We keep it simple and fun, focusing on the important components for learning the game.
The Cantigny Golf Academy's professional staff will help you learn the game, improve your skills or just enjoy your time on the golf course more than ever before. We welcome golfers of all skill levels and ages. The following clinics are available in 2019.
Start the golf season strong with a stroke saving clinic focusing on chipping, putting and bunker play. During any given round, these shots within 70 yards of the green typically make up 40-50% of total score. Clinics work on technique, pre-shot setup, course management, pre-round preparation and how to achieve the most from your practice time.
Receive basic instruction for full swing and short game and enjoy learning golf based on the nationwide "Play Golf America" campaign.
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The saying that golf is "90% between the ears" speaks to the importance of the game's mental side. This clinic is for adults who wish to improve their confidence and focus on the course, while learning to master their emotional well-being. The principles of Vision54 will be used to guide understanding of mental, physical, technical, and emotional parts of the game and how each element influences on-course results. Click here to learn more about Vision54.
Memorial Day (May 25-26) and Independence Day (July 5-6) weekends are scheduled. Come enjoy a Day One (Saturday) with morning instruction and afternoon golf on-course with professional. Day Two (Sunday) completes the school with morning instruction.
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The majority of challenges a student might incur, when studying Tai Chi, can be avoided by following the suggestions offered in a previous posting on this Blog titled Doing vs. Practicing. However this is such an important topic I want to expand on my previous posting.
The single most frequently asked question by students is "When am I going to get it ". My standard answer is " I'll let you know, when I know ". The actual answer is … Never. As long a you continue to study you will never Get It. Actually, the longer you study the more you will realize how little you Get It .... and how un-important that quest is. Tai Chi study is a trip, a journey. I know this is a very new age sounding response that is an over used bumper sticker, but in this case it's 100% on the money.
Studying Tai Chi is an endless process of improving your body's alignment, learning new moves and transitions, improving the quality of each component, conditioning your mind and body to meet force with lesser force (the connection to functional relaxation), and in the process addressing the many scourges of the 21st century such as; stress, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, stroke, depression etc. In addition you are positively addressing issues and conditions like; osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, neurological disorders, balance issues etc.
Here's the best news. You don't have to "Get it" to start getting all these benefits from your Tai Chi playing ( doing Tai Chi is called playing and those playing are called Tai Chi players). Every movement in Tai Chi has the ability to produce profound positive results. The more you practice, the more will transition into the doing part ( see Doing vs Practicing ) and the greater the benefit. You set your pace.
However, if you are always chasing "When am I going to get it", you will be missing out on the benefit you can derive from every class and every time you actually play Tai Chi. Here's another bumper sticker.
"Slow Down and Smell the Roses"
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Eat soothing foods
Chewing 6 or 8 blanched almonds during an episode of heartburn may relieve the symptoms. Chew them well, though, to avoid swallowing air and causing yourself more discomfort.
You can also try brown rice, plain or with a little sweetening. Rice is a complex carbohydrate and is a bland food, which is less likely to increase acidity or relax the sphincter muscle.
Soda crackers (preferably unsalted) are bland, they digest easily, and they absorb stomach acid as well. They also contain bicarbonate of soda and cream of tartar, which neutralize the acid. Tip: You know that package of soda crackers they always give you at the restaurant, that you leave on the table? From now on, take them with you. These come in handy when you're plagued by heartburn and can't seek immediate relief.


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Dafen AFC announce that all Minis and Juniors games played during 2013 -14 will be in 3D - High Definition
In an attempt to boost player and coaching numbers in the younger age groups, Dafen Welfare AFC have announced that all games for the coming 2013 -14 season will be played in 3D-HD. It is anticipated that the games will also be fully interactive, with players' whole body movements being able to control the game, just like on some games consoles, but without the need for a Motion Recognition sensor-bar or camera.
The move has come after it was identified that the amateur sport was facing increased competition from modern technology and that some kids often preferred to spend all their free time on high-spec TVs, PCs and games consoles rather than play sport.
A spokesman for Dafen Welfare AFC said, "We have been running trials of 3D-HD soccer in Dafen since 1917 and have found that it works rather well. Much better than anything generated on a TV Screen. Our senior players were brought up playing it. Most players agree that it is more exciting than playing computer games, and young people in Dafen and the surrounding areas should be taking advantage of this fantastic real-life action experience."
It was admitted, that to access 3D-HD games, some players and spectators may need special viewing aids (glasses). But these can be purchased from any high-street optician, and are available for many free on prescription. Most participants will be able to take part without the use of the aids, but it is not yet certain whether referees will be required to use the technology.
If you or anyone you know is interested in taking part in 3D-HD interactive soccer (i.e., real-life football), Dafen Welfare AFC have Minis teams from Under 7's to Under 11's, and Juniors teams from Under 12's to Under 16's. They are also in urgent need of coaches, and are offering free coaching courses for anybody interested. For further information visit Dafen Website Notice Board or go to http://www.dafenafc.co.uk
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Climate change, increasing water demands due to global urbanisation, and the legal obligations of the EU's Water Frame-work Directive are all making the water sector an attractive arena for technologies that can help reduce costs and contribute to reducing the effects of climate change.
It is against this backdrop that the demand for intelligent process control equipment is surging throughout the water industry. Variable speed drive (VSD) manufacturers are in the vanguard of these developments. The functionality being demanded from VSDs is manifold and includes enhanced connectivity, reduced energy consumption, minimised downtime and features that intelligently react to, as well as prevent, real problems, preferably before they cause damage.
The growing use of VSDs, particularly intelligent drives for pump control, represents a major departure from the standard operating practice of using control valves to vary fluid flow. With its low energy usage and low maintenance outlay, the total lifecycle cost of a VSD-controlled pumping system can be significantly less than traditional pump technology. Other VSD benefits include smoother start-ups and production changes, more precise control during continuous operation, and faster diagnosis of potential system problems before product quality or process operation is negatively affected.
The emergence of intelligent pumps is a critical step forward in the evolution of process management. With embedded intelligence, VSDs can provide pump control, pump condition monitoring, protection and traditional energy saving benefits1.
Pump cleaning
Consider, for instance, the anti-jam or anti-ragging function now found in several VSDs. A long standing problem suffered by water companies is that of "ragging", the fouling of pump impellers which consumes thousands of hours of maintenance time in sewage pumping stations and wastewater treatment plants around the world. Manually clearing the problem is a costly and unpleasant task requiring a maintenance team and frequently a crane. Downtime may, extend to several days, during which time the back-up systems are under additional pressure. A total system failure can result in effluent leakage, which has environment and human health implications as well as clean-up costs and legislation issues.
The anti-jam function prevents pumps and pipes from clogging by initiating a sequence of forward and reverse runs of the pump to clean the impeller.
Severn Trent Water (STW) in the UK is one of the early adopters of this technology and they have saved thousands of euros annually on pump maintenance as a result. The company installed four submersible foul pumps at its Worcester Water Treatment Works, pumping raw sewage from a new foul well but experienced a number of blockages in the foul pumps, caused by rags sticking to the impeller. ABB suggested the installation of its anti-jam software. Taking minutes to complete, the cleaning cycle removes the debris from around the pump volute, preventing it from entering the pump and blocking it when the pump ramps up from zero to its nominal operating speed.
Following installation, STW has not experienced a single blockage of the foul pumps.
Dedicated drives for pumps
But it is not just by unclogging impellers that the latest intelligent drive technology can enhance a pump's lifecycle. In fact, ABB has identified several pump-specific requirements and bundled them all into one product which it calls the ABB -industrial drive module for water and wastewater applications – ACQ810.
The idea of application-specific drives is something which IMS Research, a leading supplier of market research, has identified as a growing trend. With such drives, the user can reduce their total cost through shorter start-up times, -lower integration costs and improved machine productivity. IMS Research estimates that low voltage AC drive shipments to the global water and waste-water market will grow from $ 448 million in 2010 to $ 760 million in 2014.
"It is for these reasons that ABB has specially designed a drive to meet the demanding needs of squared torque pump control, for single and multi-pump systems," says Johanna Johansson, product manager for the drive. "Pumps are by far the biggest application area for variable speed drives. And all these pumps have specific requirements from flow calculation through to level control, all of which can be solved using the latest software now available. The drives' pump-specific functions decrease the lifecycle cost of the pumping systems, helping to save time and money, boost energy efficiency and reduce carbon -dioxide emissions."
Typical of the applications which can now benefit from intelligent pump control are water pumping stations, many of which demand, in addition to the anti-jam feature mentioned above, also level control and pump priority functions.
Level control
Level control is designed to control the filling or emptying of storage tanks containing wastewater or storm water contaminated with dirt, gravel, litter and other debris. The function seeks to prevent sediment build-up on the tank walls by randomly varying the surface level within a preset range. Additionally, aggressive, fast-ramp starting creates a flush effect, thereby preventing blockages, while minimizing energy consumption by running pumps within a favorable operating area.
Pump priority
Pump priority schedules pump operation to enable maintenance planning. It is intended for systems where the consumption rate varies with demand. For example, the drive can be programmed to operate higher capacity pumps during the daytime and smaller units at night. This allows for better maintenance planning and can boost energy efficiency by operating pumps closer to their best-efficiency point.
Energy saving
Energy saving lies at the heart of VSD use in pumping systems.
In general, the lifecycle costs of a pump system depend on the power range and its in-service lifetime. However, typical costs for pump systems between 50 to 100 kW will be incurred through energy usage (between 70 to 80%) and maintenance (20 to 30%).
Over a 20-year period, the combined energy and maintenance costs may exceed ten times the initial pump purchase price. These operating costs can be dramatically reduced through efficiency improvements.
Two common causes of pump system-efficiency loss are pump over-sizing and throttled valves. Poor pump performance can result in downtime, collateral damage to equipment and high maintenance costs.
In VSD-controlled pumping systems it is also possible to run the pump at higher than nominal rotational speeds. Normally, the motor is designed so that it enables operation in the area of higher power range. This makes it possible to run the same VSD-controlled pump in a higher power range area compared to an on-off controlled pump. This mode of operation enables a pump with a smaller power rating to be used, which also reduces initial investment cost. This is valid for situations in which peak flows occur every now and then2.
The energy-saving benefits of VSDs are well documented, with savings typically from 20 to 60 percent readily achievable in speed-controlled pump applications. Now, as part of the added intelligence within a drive, manufacturers are including features such as an energy optimizer, which improves the total energy efficiency of the pumping system.
Tracking this entire energy saving is possible through inbuilt energy counters that show how much energy has been used and saved in kWh, currency ($ or 1) or volume of CO2 emissions.
Pressure and flow control
Using VSDs to control pressure and flow improves flow management, minimises maintenance and reduces electrical-energy requirements.
A pressure boosting station, for example, feeds water directly into the distribution system and seeks to maintain a constant pressure in the pipes. With smooth VSD control there are no pressure shocks causing noise, erosion or leakage in the pipeline.
Intelligent VSDs also increase uptime: Parallel drives enable the system to run with 100% redundancy. If a defect occurs in one of the pumps, motors or drives, the others will continue operation without any interruption. Pump stations are sometimes located remotely and service activities might take some time. With redundancy, the pump station operation is trouble-free with minimised downtime.
Further, the running time of the pumps can be controlled with the pump priority function (see earlier) to ensure that wear and tear on all pumps is the same.
Where several parallel pumps are operated together and the required flow rate is variable, a function called multi-pump control maintains stable process conditions optimizing the speed and number of the pumps needed. This function provides the most energy-efficient way to operate parallel pumps.
Sleep and boost
Another pressure-related function is that of sleep and boost.
Traditionally, standard PID control may allow a pump to operate at undesirably low speeds for prolonged periods of time. This can cause mechanical issues with certain pump types and in general wastes energy, since most pumps do not generate significant flow at low speeds.
A sleep and boost function, however, lets the drive go to "sleep", meaning that the drive output will shut off and the pump will stop. This is suitable for clean water pumping systems during night time when water consumption falls. If the system pressure drops below a defined level, this function detects slow rotation and runs the pump to boost the pressure in the pipeline or water level in the tank prior to shutdown. This extends the pump's sleep time and therefore saves energy. The pressure is continuously monitored and pumping restarts when the pressure falls below the minimum level. It also avoids unnecessary starting and stopping and helps to flush the pipelines.
Flow calculation
Another feature now built into drives is flow calculation. This function provides the drive with a flow meter routine that enables the pumped volume to be monitored by the VSD, without any additional components. This is a useful feature in systems where data about the total flow during a specific time period is needed.
Remote monitoring
ABB drives can connect to all the major automation systems via an Ethernet connection or GSM wireless network. This is achieved with a dedicated gateway concept between the fieldbus systems and the drives. A remote monitoring module gives simple access to the drive via the Internet, communicating via a standard web browser. The user can set up a virtual monitoring room wherever there is a PC with an Internet connection or via a simple dial-up modem connection. This enables remote monitoring, configuration, diagnostics and, when needed, control.
Remote monitoring provides easy -access to pumping systems, even in faraway locations, thereby avoiding unnecessary site visits and saving time. Through the use of Ethernet adapters, process data, logs and event messages concerning pumped volumes, tank levels, and other operating conditions can be sent independently.
ABB's industrial drive module for water and wastewater applications can significantly enhance a pump's lifecycle. With up to 60% energy savings possible along with reduced carbon dioxide emissions and payback on investment often within two years, the future for the intelligent variable speed drive is certainly looking bright.
First published in ABB Review 4/11 as "Clever pumping" and republished with permission.
Contact Mark Sheldon, ABB South Africa, Tel 010 202 5868, email@example.com


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Travel Hacking: How to Find Cheap Flights
Hate spending hours trying to find the best flight deals? It can get frustrating sometimes scouring websites and search engines to seek out the lowest airfare. Thankfully these days there are lots of techniques we can use to help us save time and trouble. After spending the past decade or so traveling independently, we've learned quite a lot of tricks when it comes to finding cheap airfares.
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CMTA takes positions on 2 Fall initiatives that impact manufacturersPosted by Ashley Hong, Policy Intern on Sept. 7, 2018
The November 2018 ballot includes 12 measures for voters to consider. CMTA has taken a position on two of the measures, recommending that voters support Proposition 3 to issue a bond for the financing of water projects and oppose Proposition 10 to expand local governments' authority to impose rent control ordinances. Each measure will have an impact on California manufacturing jobs and investments, as described here:
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How high is too high for CA electricity ratesPosted by Ashley Hong, Policy Intern on Aug. 29, 2018
When will electric rates be so high that California consumers start to revolt? We may find out sooner than later.
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California's MFG competitiveness will be well served by cap and tradePosted by Ashley Hong, Policy Intern on May 3, 2018
Last summer's extension of the state's cap-and-trade program provided the best available path to protect manufacturing jobs and control the costs of meeting the state's mandated climate change goals. The alternative, an excessively harsh command and control program, would have forced businesses to make drastic changes in their operations and would have imposed strict regulations without any flexibility in implementation.
The result would have meant increased costs to consumers and the loss of more manufacturing jobs in the state. In fact, according to CARB's own analysis, the alternative would have resulted in increased costs across all sectors of the economy and significant increases in fuel costs to consumers. Fuel costs for the overall economy would have been 6 times higher without the deal.
Bipartisan legislative support of AB 398 ensured an improved cap-and-trade program with tax cuts, cost containment measures, and significant bureaucracy reduction that will control costs for all Californians. These elements of the cap and trade deal, fought for by Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes and other legislative leaders, will ease the burden of businesses working to comply with the law by preserving a market-based approach and operational flexibility.
There were only two choices last summer: draconian command and control or market-based cap-and-trade. The leaders who fought for an improved cap-and-trade program should be lauded for their courage in helping to keep manufacturing as a key component of our state's economy.
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Ready, set, go!Posted by Ashley Hong, Policy Intern on April 2, 2018
After a restful week off, the legislature is poised to start hearing new bills in April. CMTA lobbyists have been preparing letters and testimony to encourage lawmakers to support manufacturing. Thanks to all of you who reached out to your local elected officials and talked about your businesses!
But this is just the beginning - your voice needs to be strong all year. Besides legislation, we will be watching the elections this spring through November, hearing the debates between the candidates for Governor, and taking positions on ballot measure campaigns that matter to manufacturers. Look to these pages for updates to guide your own advocacy efforts.
The CMTA team is proud to represent your interests in Sacramento. Let us know how we can help you stay engaged in the process.
Don't forget -- You can always use this tool to find and contact your legislator. Also sign up for our mobile text alerts and watch for our messages in April, May and June when votes and hearings go into full swing. You can do so by texting "mfgchamp" to 916-571-9360.
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What Matters: Time to talk to your legislator!Posted by Ashley Hong, Policy Intern on March 23, 2018
The legislature has introduced thousands of new bills to vote on in the months ahead. We look for impacts on manufacturers and either support or oppose the bills. While lobbying legislators on those bills, we talk about the existing rules, regulations and taxes already impacting California manufacturers. The costs of doing business are already too high and the burdens grow every year.
A new regulation might be well-intended to solve a real problem, but the cumulative costs of all California regulations are overwhelming for manufacturers. The high costs of doing business threaten to make many more California manufacturers uncompetitive in the marketplace. Manufacturers won't be able to make investments and create jobs if their costs are too high.
State leaders like to tout the size of California's economy and how many thousands of jobs we have created since the end of the recession - more than any other state! In fact just today the state reported that we added 14,000 jobs last month among all sectors. That's good, but not good enough. What really matters is how we are doing compared to other states on an apples-to-apples basis. The sad truth is that we are only attracting half the number of new manufacturing jobs than we should on a population adjusted basis. And since the recession's end we attracted barely two percent of the country's manufacturing investments even though California has more than 10 percent of US manufacturing. We are losing manufacturing muscle because costs are too high. If investments don't come here, jobs will be lost in the future.
So if a new bill increases the cost of doing business, even a little bit, we will do our best to tell legislators why that matters. If they are serious about protecting and promoting new middle-class manufacturing jobs, they will listen and modify their proposals.
State legislators are "home" in the district next week during the spring break. You can help us lobby on the bills by reminding your legislator about the taxes you pay and the regulations for which you struggle to comply. You can use this tool to find your legislator's phone number to call. You can also use the tool to send him or her a tweet.
Also sign up for our mobile text alerts and watch for our messages in April, May and June when votes and hearings go into full swing. You can do so by texting "mfgchamp" to 916-571-9360. Thanks for helping us keep manufacturing a growing part of the California economy.
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Nine Elms in SW8 London is one of the city's most exciting regeneration projects, creating a new destination with 16,000 new homes, 25,000 jobs and an abundance of leisure facilities, parks and squares. Benefitting from the emerging riverside quarter's energy and infrastructure, Nine Elms Point is a collection of suites, apartments and penthouses catering to a contemporary London lifestyle.
Upon exploring this up-and-coming hotspot, The Reserve discovered many reasons why Nine Elms Point is worth a look, whether you're in the market for a property for self use or as a revenue-generating opportunity. Here are our top nine reasons:
This large wedge of southwest London land is without doubt one of the most exciting redevelopment initiatives in the UK – and perhaps the whole of Europe. It's a rather astonishing evolution for the area that for decades was a national embarrassment, anchored at one end by the once-abandoned and derelict Battersea Power Station. Iconic is a word that barely does justice to this remarkable building, nearly 100 years old and one of the largest brick buildings in the world. For nearly 30 years it sat vacant but is now well on its way to be becoming one of the most desirable residences in London and the headquarters for major global brands including Apple UK. Along with the new United States embassy in London at the opposite end, these anchor tenants solidify the cachet and the long-term investment potential of the development and Vauxhall area for decades to come. Nine Elms is destined to become a magnet for the world's most influential diplomats and tech professionals, and Nine Elms Point is at the heart of it all.
New Tube lines aren't created every day, but the new development at Nine Elms will enjoy its very own extension to the Northern Line, which now is nearing completion. When the new line opens in 2019, Nine Elms Point will be within 18 minutes of Victoria and Waterloo Stations and approximately 30 minutes to Bank Station. Even international connections are simple, with the St Pancras Terminal to Paris and Brussels and Gatwick Airport less than 35 minutes away via Vauxhall Tube Station or Clapham Junction station.
How about pedal power to get around? The 2012 Olympics brought new cycle lanes and walking paths to London, which means getting from Nine Elms to Sloane Square and the King's Road, The Houses of Parliament at Westminster, the National Gallery, London Bridge and the Shard are all between 5 and 20 minutes away by bicycle. Fancy watching India or Australia take on England at cricket? The Oval is also just a short walk or bike ride away.
London has more open green space than nearly every major city. With 38% parks and open space, it beats New York (14%), Paris (9%) and Tokyo with just 3%.
Greenery is abundant at Nine Elms Point, with the glorious Battersea Park and Vauxhall Park on the doorstep, Hyde Park and Clapham Common just a short cycle ride away. You won't need the English countryside, but if you do, the South Downs National Park and other Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are less than an hour away.
Nine Elms Point offers a choice of seven buildings – each with subtle design differences – connected by exquisitely landscaped gardens to create an upmarket community. There are 593 apartments in total, almost half of which are 2-bedrooms units and 28% are 1-bedroom. There's also a selection of Studio apartments and stylish 3- and 4-bedroom units, including spacious penthouses the ultimate Nine Elms lifestyle.
The builder of the Nine Elms Point is Barratt London, one of the best-known and most reputable homebuilders in all of Britain with over 30 years of experience. Barratt built 1,700 homes in London alone in 2014/15, and if awards are anything to go by then they certainly rank among Britain's most respected. Barratt is the only builder in the UK to win the maximum 5-star rating for Customer Satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation. This development, Nine Elms Point, won the Built for Life award from the British government, recognising the best-designed homes in the UK. If all that isn't enough, your home at Nine Elms Point also comes with a 10-year guarantee. Barratt is well regarded for its reputation to protect its properties and its owners.
Rather than contracting the building management to a third party contractor, Nine Elms Point will be managed by a division of builder under the name Barratt Residential Asset Management (BRAM). BRAM is a past recipient of the Best Customer Satisfaction Initiative, so you can rest assured that your investment (or your personal comfort should you choose to live there) will be in the best hands.
Looking outward from these stylish apartments just adds to the comfort of being at home. Each apartment offers riverside or garden views, many from private balconies or terraces. The curve of the river affords views towards Westminster, while neighbouring buildings such as Battersea Power Station and Vauxhall Tower add drama.
As part of the development, there is an 80,000 square foot supermarket under the upmarket Sainsbury's brand name. There is also a fitness centre if you ever tire of jogging along the riverbank or around Battersea Park. Being so close to the centres of power and influence, Nine Elms Point will be a good place to do business and meet like-minded professionals, so business facilities are included within the complex, which are also likely to include a private dining area and meeting rooms. The landscaped podium gardens are likely to be popular when the sun shines, and with an array of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés, it's not hard to see why Nine Elms is destined to become a community that makes one feel right at home.
One thing that you'll notice right away is that the designers have not scrimped on space. Inside, each apartment is light and airy with largely open plan designs. Most of the 2-bedroom apartments are between 74 and 85 square metres (800-820 square feet), while the Studio units offer around 40 square metres (425 square feet) and the 3-bedrooms go up to 112 square metres (1,200 square feet). Modern features like under-floor heating and recessed, energy efficient down lighting offer practicality while high-end appliances, Roca bath basins and Grohe fixtures and fittings offer elements of luxury. Most of the apartments have a private terrace or balcony, enhancing one's connection to this vibrant, dynamic setting. Each apartment comes equipped with high-end appliances, adding to your own enjoyment or the unit's rental appeal.
For all this you might expect to pay excessive management fees, but that's not the case at Nine Elms Point. Ground rents for the 999-year lease are just £500 per annum for a 2-bedroom apartment while estimated service charges come in at around £3,140. A couple would easily pay that much for gym memberships in London, but a well-equipped private residents' fitness suite is included at Nine Elms Point, as are 24-hour concierge service, CCTV security system coverage, window cleaning, building insurance, landscaping and more. London property taxes are relatively low, too, at around £1,500 for a mid-range property.
The lifestyle available at Nine Elms Point is a rare find for savvy property investors as well as those seeking their own personal London abode. With these nine reasons and so many more, now seems like the perfect time to consider owning at Nine Elms Point.
Members of The Reserve are invited to a cocktail event in Hong Kong with Herald Land, the developer's representative, in late March. If you would like to receive an invitation, please email us at email@example.com
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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL) provides the opportunity for educators that coordinate assessment for divisions of student affairs to discuss issues to improve their work. Our members lead assessment in divisions of student affairs at a variety of institutions across the U.S. The organization seeks to create an atmosphere where leaders can share and advance conversations related to creating division assessment infrastructure, supporting assessment projects, and documenting student learning as it relates to the academic mission.
If you are responsible for leading assessment efforts within your division, we encourage you to join the conversation.
Become part of a dynamic group of assessment leaders who continuously use data to inform work in divisions of student affairs, committing to the overall success, retention rates, graduation rates, and engagement of all students. SAAL members share ideas and strategies, develop together as professionals, contribute to assessment scholarship, and meet others across the country who are engaging in similar work. See our Mission, Vision, and Values page for more information about SAAL. SAAL members engage in various ways, including: annual meetings and informal gatherings at conferences, structured learning opportunities, a members-only listserv, and through building assessment scholarship with the Journal of Student Affairs Inquiry.
"My current role (Director of Retention and Student Success) was the first position of its type at my institution, and I had relatively little resources and institutional benchmarking information available to me. A friend who works in student affairs assessment at a four-year institution suggested SAAL as a way to network with assessment leaders. I have found the listserv to be informative, and the webinars are relevant and timely." – H. Williams
"I found out about SAAL at the ACPA Assessment Institute, which was my first exposure to assessment. Shortly after, I became the first to serve in the role of Student Affairs Assessment Coordinator. The resources and networking opportunities have been fundamental in establishing a culture of assessment/evidence at my institution. Furthermore, as an employee of a historically black college and university (HBCU) it was important for me to share these resources with colleagues within such institutions." – K. Dixon
"One thing I appreciate most about SAAL is the horizontal structure of the membership. While there is a leadership team that helps guide the direction of the organization, the larger membership, from graduate students to vice presidents, really drives the professional development. The listserv is a warm and inviting environment where all members (and visitors!) genuinely want to help each other for the betterment of the profession." – P. Biddix
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The IPCC Report Is Out
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Even U.S. President George Bush and the global warming denying "research" firms funded by record profit-taking energy company Exxon gasped when the IPCC released its report today. The news is not good. The science behind global warming theories is irrefutable. It turns out that Nobel Peace Prize nominee Al Gore and virtually every other sentient being on the planet were right: human activity is warming the planet.
Here is the IPCC's punch-line:
Global atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide have increased markedly as a result of human activities since 1750 and now far exceed pre-industrial values determined from ice cores spanning many thousands of years (see Figure SPM-1). The global increases in carbon dioxide concentration are due primarily to fossil fuel use and land-use change, while those of methane and nitrous oxide are primarily due to agriculture.Now that the "junk science" disputes are firmly behind us it is time for Canadian policy makers and companies to act. We've all seen the recent headlines. Ottawa politicians we are now to understand are some of the greenest on the planet. Even Kyoto-bashing Prime Minister Stephen Harper has had an epiphany and seen the light - the green light that is. What was that he once wrote?
Kyoto is essentially a socialist scheme to suck money out of wealth-producing nations," Harper's letter reads.Okay, let's let bygones be bygones and work together to fix the massive problems we are responsible for. We need the Canadian government, and indeed all governments, to buy into the idea that correcting global warming and its causes are an social and economic opportunity beyond the great U.S. led "race to the moon."
Political theorists have long argued that the only way for governments to work together would be in response to a threat that could only be dealt with by combined action. Now we have it and it is not science fiction, it's science fact.
Corporations too have their place in this "war on warming." One of the things companies do best is optimize the use of capital and human activity. This new war represents infinite economic opportunities for those smart enough to embrace the challenge. What is your company doing?
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We are finally going to be taking BM to court for child support and custody of the skids. We are finally going to start the process!
A little back story on why it took so long (it's been a year)… my husband works at a hospital. After BM left him and moved to MD in July of 2009 and then moved to AL in 2010 my DH started working at a hospital in TN, he works in the surgery room. Unfortunately, hospitals will send you home if there are no surgeries scheduled. With him being sent home a lot and child support on top of that (because as we all well know if child support is $100 and your check is $150, they will still take out the $100 and they don't care that dad is left with $50 until his next pay check in 2 weeks) My DH started traveling for his job in 2012. He would sign contracts to go to a hospital for 13 weeks, but this way he was guaranteed 40 hours because he made sure it was in his contract.
We met in Jan. of 2015 while he was traveling, he was in WI and I lived in IL very close to the WI border. DH and I got married in April of 2016 and in July of 2016 I quit my job of 18 years and started traveling with him. In Aug. of 2017 we decided to stop traveling and settle in TN where he had accepted a position that wouldn't start until the end of September. This because of the credentialing process the hospitals have in place for people in his field. Then in Dec. of 2017 BM decides to drop the kids in our laps with no notice. We had used up all the savings we had from 8/2017 until he started working at the end of 9/2017 (and this is the only time he fell behind on his child support) But he didn't get his first paycheck until 10/2017. I had started working in September of 2017, but I make a lot less than he does. After he started working, we had figured it would take us until March of 2018 to get back on our feet. But unable to because the kids moved in with us in Dec. of 2017… we needed to buy them clothing we needed to enroll them in school, buy school supplies, get shots because they were behind and not to mention going from feeding 2 people to feeding 6… and 3 are growing boys who will eat for 3 more. Well you get it.
My husband did see an attorney within the first month we had the kids but the amount she was asking for was just out of our reach at the time, and we must travel to AL each time because that's where they divorced and where the original CO is.
So anyways all of this to say we finally hired an attorney and we are going to get the ball rolling in getting official custody of the kids and get child support removed from him and put on her. I won't hold my breath in getting any CS because she doesn't work. Just please pray for all of us.
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The greatest part of your system is the door itself. The garage door is the biggest relocating part of your home and it is typically powered by an energy opener. It is important to make sure that the door is effectively aligned and readjusted, otherwise the door can become separated from the opener and swiftly fall closed unheralded. The force put in by the door is sturdy sufficient to create severe injury or fatality if this takes place. The general safety of the door is influenced by its component parts so it is very important to understand ways to examine each component independently to see to it the whole system is useful.
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Middle Earth's Accessible Hot Springs
Known as Middle Earth to many, New Zealand's diverse landscape was a natural choice for the filming of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. And it's that same natural diversity that draws visitors to this unique thermal wonderland. From mud pots and geysers on the North Island, to healing hot springs and glaciers on the South Island, there's no shortage of natural beauty in this island nation. And although the whole country is striking, these two South Island hot springs are a must-see, as not only are they both wonderfully relaxing, but they're also wheelchair-accessible. And the scenery along the way is just an added bonus.
Hit the Springs
Located just 90 minutes from Christchurch, Hanmer Springs has long been a natural retreat, thanks to the healing waters of the thermal springs. In fact Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools (+64 3 315 000, www.hanmersprings.co.nz) has been welcoming visitors for over 125 years. The natural waters coupled with the clear alpine air are the perfect combination for a relaxing getaway.
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools offers 15 open-air thermal pools of varying temperatures. There's level access to the main office, where you pay your admission; and good pathway access throughout the whole complex. Wide level paths lead to all the pools and there is ramp access up to the Garden House Café.
The Rock Pool complex, which features four interconnected pools, has a zero entry pool and a pool lift. It's located right in front of the Garden House Café, and it's a great place to soak away the stresses of the day. And if you'd fancy some lunch, the Garden House Café serves up light lunches, snacks, wine and a la carte entrees.
There's also level access to the locker rooms, which feature private accessible changing rooms that come equipped with a toilet with grab bars and a roll-under sink. They're very large — large enough to comfortably turn around in a power wheelchair.
All in all, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools is a very relaxing and accessible diversion, so plan to spend the whole day there.
Sleeping in Hanmer
If you'd like to overnight in Hanmer Springs, than make sure and check out the accessible accommodations at the Pines Holiday Park (+64 3 315 7152, www.pinesholidaypark.co.nz). It's located just a short walk from the thermal pools; and although it's primarily a campground and RV park, they also have a nice accessible cabin.
Cabin 3 features accessible parking in front, with ramp access up to the cabin. There's a wide sliding door with a level threshold at the entrance, and plenty of room to wheel around inside. It's furnished with a bunk bed and a double bed, and located close to the shower room and the community cooking facilities. It also has a small porch – a great place to enjoy the spectacular mountain views.
The shower room features level access and includes an accessible toilet stall with grab bars, and a roll-in shower with a hand-held showerhead and grab bars. There's also a plastic chair in the stall, which can be used as a shower chair.
There's level access to the shared cooking facilities which include a sink, a stove and oven, a microwave and a refrigerator. Alternatively you can hire a grill for the evening, which also comes with a sheltered picnic area and a wheelchair-accessible picnic table.
It's a no-frills lodging option, but it's kind of a fun place to spend the night after enjoying a day of soaking in the hot springs.
Head for the Coast
For a very scenic drive from Hanmer, head over to Hokitika on the west coast. Along the way you'll traverse the Southern Alps through Porter's Pass and Arthur's Pass National Park, and catch some impressive views of the Waimakariri and Otira River gorges.
Located on the coast, Hokitika is a good place to overnight, as it's located about halfway between the two hot springs. The Shining Star (+64 3 755 8921, www.accommodationwestcoast.co.nz) is another holiday park with campground, motel and cabin accommodations, but they also have some very nice wheelchair-accessible beach chalets.
There's ramp access to the chalets, which are located directly on the beach. Both units have two beds and a mini-kitchen with lowered appliances and barrier-free pathway access. Unit 1 has a bathroom with a roll-in shower with a hand-held showerhead and grab bars, grab bars by the toilet and a roll-under sink. Unit 2 is a good choice for slow walkers, but wheelchair-users will have a hard time navigating around the shower partition.
Both units have spacious beachfront decks, where you can enjoy the impressive west coast sunsets.
Glacier Fed Hot Springs
Last but not least, don't miss the Glacier Hot Pools (+64 3 752 0099, www.glacierhotpools.com), located just down the coast in Franz Josef.
According to the local legend, these pools are fed by the waters of Ka Roimata o Hinehukatere, the frozen tears of Hinehukatere for her lost love. As the story goes, those tears of love were frozen by the gods, forming what is now known as the Franz Josef Glacier.
There's level access to the Glacier Pools entrance, with good pathway access around the three main pools and the three secluded private pools. The pools are surrounded by ferns and a heavily wooded rainforest, and protected from the elements by a light cover. There is lift access to the hottest pool and one of the private pools.
Although children are certainly welcome, Glacier Pools has more of an adult atmosphere, as compared to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools. It's just not the place for kids to run around and splash.
Glacier Pools also features level access to the changing rooms, which are equipped with a roll-in shower with a fold-down shower bench, grab bars and a hand-held showerhead.
So stay a few days, explore the area and take advantage of this wonderfully accessible hot springs. You're not likely to find anything like it in the world, so definitely don't pass this one by.
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A walk around Sandy to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of Captain Sir William Peel's Death passing many buildings associated with the Captain.
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BY BUS Telephone Bedfordshire Bus Information Line : 01234 228337, 8.30am 5pm open 5 days a week or Travel Line 0870 6082608.
BY TRAIN For timetable information, please telephone National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950.
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How To Get There By Car: Sandy is at the junction of the A1 and A603. From Bedford, take the A603. Car parking is available in the town centre and the railway station.
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Cydia Impactor is one of my favorite tools as it allows me to install any iOS applications I want, especially when jailbreak is not required. For those of you who didn't know, this utility was created by Saurik, the founder of Cydia.
With 86% of users already updated to some version of iOS 10, it looks like most of us here are not jailbroken. Which means we have to live with the restrictions on our iOS devices. Luckily, a jailbreak for iOS 10.2 has already been released. In fact, one of the requirement to jailbreak your iOS 10.2 is to use Cydia Impactor. Now that you're here, read along to find out what this tool does.
Apple only permits apps to go live to the public if they follow the App Store guidelines. That being said, emulators and screen recorders are a BIG no. While they do no harm to our device, it's impossible to acquire one from the official App Store.
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Last but not least, Cydia Impactor is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. This enables everyone to take advantage of it.
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A Theory of Wage and Promotion Dynamics in Internal Labor Markets
Robert Gibbons, Michael Waldman
NBER Working Paper No. 6454
We attempt to explain employment practices in internal labor markets using models that combine job assignment, on-the-job human-capital acquisition, and learning. We show that a framework that integrates these familiar ideas captures a number of recent empirical findings concerning wage and promotion dynamics in internal labor markets, including the following. First, real wage decreases are a minority of the observations, but are not rare, while demotions are very rare. Second, there is significant serial correlation in wage increases. Third, promotions are associated with particularly large wage increases, but these wage increases are small relative to the difference between average wages across levels of a job ladder. Fourth, on average, workers who receive large wage increases early in their stay at one level of a job ladder are promoted more quickly to the next level. Fifth, individuals promoted from one level of a job ladder to the next come disproportionately, but not exclusively, from the top of the lower job's wage distribution (and arrive disproportionately, but not exclusively, at the bottom of the higher job's wage distribution).
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Document Object Identifier (DOI): 10.3386/w6454
Published: Gibbons, Robert and Michael Waldman. "A Theory Of Wages And Promotion Dynamics Inside Firms," Quarterly Journal of Economics, 1999, v114(4,Nov), 1321-1358.
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