text:
While much of the Southern U.S. remains gripped by a months-long drought, the dry spell in Texas is reaching "unprecedented territory," the U.S. Drought Monitor warned this week. Nearly 94 percent of the state is now under "extreme" or "exceptional" drought, up 2 percent from last week, and climate records suggest Texas is suffering its driest 10-month stretch in more than a century of recorded data. The state has received just 6 inches of rain since January, according to the National Weather Service, which is 40 percent of its normal total for this point in the year.
"I've noticed in the last two weeks that the desperation level is increasing, from the number of calls I'm receiving from worried ranchers and farmers," extension agent J. Cody Dennison in Waller County, Texas, tells the Houston Chronicle. "It's so bad that deer are coming into peoples' sprinkled yards to find food and water to keep alive." The drought is devastating Texas agriculture — cotton production is expected to drop by 43 percent this year compared with 2010, corn by 41 percent, winter wheat by 60 percent, sorghum by 46 percent and soybeans by 61 percent. Ranchers are also scrambling to sell off cattle and other livestock, the Chronicle reports, because they don't have enough food and water to keep them alive. According to Texas' agriculture extension service, the state is poised to double its worst-ever drought-related loss of $4.1 billion in 2006. "The 2006 drought hit only the bottom third of our state," explains Travis Miller of the extension service, "but this one is more extreme and striking 90 percent of the state."
The drought may be worst in Texas, but several other states are dangerously dry, too. Extreme or exceptional drought now covers nearly 93 percent of Oklahoma, while high heat and low rainfall are killing corn crops throughout much of the Plains and Midwest. Roughly half of Georgia, Louisiana and New Mexico are also under an extreme or exceptional drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. But for many farmers in Texas, the worst news isn't how bad the drought is now — it's the fact that forecasters say it could last for another year. "The worst part is the helplessness," an extension agent from Wharton County, Texas, tells the Chronicle. "There's nothing a rancher or farmer can do from a management standpoint to fix it. It's totally out of their control."
(Sources: MSNBC, Houston Chronicle, U.S. Drought Monitor)
The U.S. EPA on Thursday banned the sale of Imprelis, a weed killer that has been linked to thousands of tree deaths nationwide after hitting the market earlier this year. DuPont, which makes Imprelis, already suspended sales of the herbicide last week and announced plans for a refund program. But as the Detroit Free Press reports, the company knew before Imprelis went on the market that it can harm trees, and only revealed that information after the EPA asked it to submit "all studies and data, completed or in progress" that relate to the toxicity of Imprelis to trees.
According to an EPA statement, the agency decided to ban Imprelis after reviewing data from DuPont that showed at least three kinds of evergreen trees — balsam fir, Norway spruce and white pine — are vulnerable to damage or death from the chemical. The tests that produced those results were conducted before the EPA approved Imprelis last fall, but DuPont spokeswoman Kate Childress tells the New York Times that the data only showed vulnerability when trees were exposed to high stress. "We did them to understand the tolerance and sensitivity of these species under extreme conditions," she says. Imprelis has been "highly effective" at killing clover, dandelions and other weeds, the Times reports, but evergreen trees often begin dying within weeks of the herbicide's first applications. According to some agricultural experts, the death toll could eventually climb to hundreds of thousands of trees.
"We expect at the end of the day there's going to be more than a billion dollars of damage or as much as several billion," says a partner in a law firm that has filed lawsuits against DuPont over the tree deaths. "You are talking about a lot of people who have dead trees 40 to 50 feet tall, 30 or 50 years old that each cost $20,000 or $25,000 to replace." The EPA is investigating whether the plague was caused by misuse of Imprelis, inadequate directions or warnings on the label, its persistence in soil, or other factors. As the Times reports, it's causing problems for composters, too — DuPont warns that Imprelis-treated grass clippings shouldn't be composted, since the chemical doesn't break down. "You have to ask why the EPA would allow a chemical out there that doesn't break down," the managing editor of BioCycle Magazine tells the Times. "It could be a problem for months or years to come."
(Sources: Detroit Free Press, New York Times)
Scientists have found evidence that a type of aquatic dinosaur — a reptile — gave birth to live young rather than laying eggs, according to a new study published in the journal Science. Most modern reptiles and even birds lay eggs, so the idea of a 78 million-year-old reptile giving birth like a mammal raises some intriguing questions about dinosaur biology, scientists say. "It's a very interesting find," paleontologist Adam Smith tells the BBC, adding that it "has been a long time coming."
Scientists have speculated for more than 200 years about how plesiosaurs might have reproduced, since many argued the animals were too big and cumbersome to drag themselves onto a beach and lay eggs — suggesting they may have given birth to live young. That's rare but not unprecedented among reptiles, although paleontologists have been stymied by not finding any fossils to support the theory. "The lack of fossil evidence of a pregnant plesiosaur was frustrating," says Frank O'Keefe, lead author of the new study in Science. For that study, researchers at the U.S. Natural History Museum in Los Angeles examined a plesiosaur fossil that had been found by amateur paleontologists in Kansas back in 1987. The fossil had sat in storage until 2008, when O'Keefe and his colleagues decided to look it over before showcasing it as part of the museum's new Dinosaur Hall. To their surprise, they found an infant inside the body of an adult.
They could tell the two were members of the same species, the Los Angeles Times reports, and the lack of corrosion on the young dinosaur's bones suggested it hadn't been exposed to stomach acid, meaning it wasn't eaten by the adult. That left just one likely explanation: The fossil was from a mother plesiosaur that died while she was pregnant. The researchers also speculate that plesiosaurs may have been doting, even social parents, although they admit there's little direct evidence of that. "When you get right down to it, behavior doesn't fossilize, so we are stuck trying to make these inferences using modern animals where we can observe their behavior," O'Keefe tells the BBC.
(Sources: Los Angeles Times, BBC News)
Earth's annual Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend, Space.com reports, with up to 100 meteors expected to streak across the sky per hour at some points Friday and Saturday. The International Space Station will also make a cameo during the cosmic display, visible over many U.S. cities during the early-morning hours. But there is one thing that could spoil the show for many skywatchers this weekend: the moon, which will be full and frustratingly bright.
Still, the moon can't completely hide the meteor shower, Florida Today reports — many of the fastest and brightest Perseids, including the occasional fireball, will still be visible despite the lunar glow. The best time to look up will be the pre-dawn hours, experts say, since the meteor shower will be high in the sky at that point and the moon will be low in the west. The Perseids will peak Friday night, but they'll continue to taper off throughout the next week, so don't give up if you don't see any right away. If you're looking for the space station, major cities including Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles and New York are all expected to have good viewing opportunities, and you can check NASA's space station tracker to find other local flyby times.
To be fully immersed in Perseid fever, you may want to join NASA's "all-night" viewing party, hosted online Friday night into Saturday morning by astronomers at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Hunstville, Ala. The online chat kicks off at 11 p.m. Friday, and will continue till 5 a.m. Saturday. And as Space.com points out, it helps to be patient while looking for meteors, even during a relatively action-packed shower like the Perseids. Meteor streaks tend to occur in bunches, often with wait times in between, and astronomer Jim Gaherty suggests allotting at least one or two hours of skywatching to catch a good glimpse of this year's shower.
(Sources: Space.com, Florida Today, NASA)
Hurricane batters North Carolina, snail darter is discovered in Tennessee, and more.
Want to receive the day's eco-news in your inbox? Click here to sign up for the Daily Briefing newsletter.
Image (U.S. drought map, Aug. 11): U.S. Drought Monitor
Photo (Norway spruce forest in mist): ZUMA Press
Image (plesiosaurs illustration): National Science Foundation
Photo (Perseid meteor shower in 2007): Joe Westerberg/NASA


text:
"Well, we're out together on a Friday night. And I'm nude."
My husband really did say those exact words to me last Friday night. And they were true. Unfortunately we were in the emergency room, he on a stretcher, me by his side, both of us in the corridor waiting for an orderly to wheel him over to the operating room for surgery.
He'd fallen on a patch of ice on his way home from the bus stop. His feet slipped out from under him and he landed entirely (and wrongly) on his ankle, which was dislocated and fractured. A neighbor moved him into my car, we went to the nearest hospital, and they moved him onto a stretcher and into an examining room. Then hospital procedures took over.
Hospitals seem like alternative universes in some ways. Time doesn't work the same way in there. I remember realizing this the first time I was in labor – thinking that everything seemed to take forever to happen, but also that time seemed to gallop along much more quickly than you'd expect. That was certainly the case on this Friday night, where Scott was examined, x-rayed, sedated, reduced (that's what you call it when the doctor pops the joint back into place), x-rayed again, and ultimately prepped for surgery. He was in the operating room four hours after he was wheeled in the door, which seemed like forever and also seemed like no time at all.
It felt as if a million little miracles happened that night. First off, that Scott managed to avoid being run over by the neighbor who was backing down the driveway that he lay at the base of. That we were considered at the top of the triage list. That the orthopedist was already in the ER when we arrived. That the nurses were able to remove Scott's favorite pants without having to cut them.
Every time a "worst case scenario" was presented, it never came to be. Little miracles, just like that, until the miracle of all miracles: ten o'clock on a Friday night, my husband and I are out together -- him naked, me awake. But alas, we're not alone.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Date Night
Labels: marraige
2 comments:
Wow - - that's quite a recovery! My ankle is held together by pins, screws, wire meshing and two rods up to my knee. I no longer buzz in airports, however; I walk, ski, run and do just about everything else you can imagine. Your four hour ordeal was merely a hic-cup in the road to recovery. My heart goes out to him...and YOU.ReplyDelete
- robin sloane seibertFebruary 19, 2010 at 5:29 AM
I guess those little things are really what counts--and actually having that kind of luck in the ER--well I don't count that as little, that is big.ReplyDelete
Thanks for the story, Jess, and for sharing it with us.
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Hi Manoj, good morning, how are you?I'm great, thanks! Currently I'm working on a blog "The Evolution of Digital Engagement" which gives an overview of the changes in the marketing technology landscape. I've also been involved in some exciting new business projects which has been really interesting.
How has your first few weeks been here so far?I've been working at ClearPeople for over a month now, having started on 10th October. The first week was really good and well organised. I got to meet everyone during a good induction process. Moreover, we had an office party and there was table tennis, so it was the perfect time to join ClearPeople!
Can you tell me about your role here?
I am a Digital Technology Consultant. My experience lies with content management in particular. One of my responsibilities is to find out how I can help clients using a CMS or other solutions, focusing on the engagement side. The other area I try to push is the availability to work with big data – with particular emphasis on the Microsoft technology stack.
How long have you been in this industry?Over 20 years – I founded my own digital agency in 2004. I was the CTO and then sold my share and made them a Kentico Gold partner. After that I helped with the start-up of Need4Feed, which is a similar concept to Deliveroo.
What do you love most about your job?
I'm passionate about business transformation, people using technology to make positive change in their organisation. Also, I like to see results. ROI is always front of mind for any projects I am working on.
If you could offer only one piece of advice to all of your clients, what would it be?
I would say: Look at the big picture, how am I part of the overall picture?
What is your philosophy towards your work?
Work hard, play hard.
If you had only three words to describe yourself, what would it be?
Proactive, resourceful and collaborative.
If you could sing one song on X Factor, what would it be?
I'm not a good singer so I would choose "Old MacDonald had a Farm".
If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why?
I would be a leopard – they are quite difficult to spot, and they are cute also.
Have you played any team sports before?
I've played a lot of team sports: volleyball, hockey, football, but my main sport is table tennis. I play in the Guildford Table Tennis League and I am on the 3rd rank (won 44 games out of 50!)


text:
The latest news and advice from our recruitment experts.
Toby Manhire discusses the work-life balance moving toward a work-life merge in a recent Listener commentary.
Where the "balance" implies an idea of work and life as "conflicting opposites", the merge is embraced, for better or worse, by those for whom work and life happen almost simultaneously.
Many of us can relate to this situation, checking emails even when we're on leave - because our technology allows us to do this whether you are lying by the pool, or bored of a show on television. It is becoming increasingly difficult to 'switch off' and many people find it easier to keep an eye on things at the office, rather than return to an avalanche of communication, or just wanting to respond promptly to requests.
It also allows employees to have a more flexible work schedule where they can leave the office to spend time with family, and log back on later to check on any situations or communication that needs to be managed. The downside being, that you create a work life where you are always connected and there is virtually nowhere that you are unreachable - via phone or email. We all have friends that cannot ignore their phone - even if they are in the middle of a romantic dinner or at the sports game.
Technology has freed us from our desks and for some has allowed us to structure our work around life. For others, it may be that there is no such thing as "clocking out". The difference? Find a job you love, and embrace the benefits.
It appears you are visiting QJumpers.co.nz from the USA.


text:
Bhel Puri Recipe / Indian Chat Recipes / Healthy Snack Recipes
Like us on Youtube for more Video Recipes
Bhel Puri: Looking for a simple yet nutritious and delicious snack to munch on with evening tea? Here goes the very popular Bhel Puri Chaat recipe, that tastes crispy, soft, sweet,spicy , tangy and tongue tickling. This is a delicious mixture of puffed rice with sev, onion, tomato and sweet-spicy chutneys. Try this popular street snack at home with this easy stepwise recipe.
Similar Recipes:
· Puffed rice - 3 to 4 cups
· Onion slices - 3 tbsp
· Tomato slices - 2 tbsp
· Coriander leaves chopped - 1 tbsp
· Sev - 1 cup ( available readymade)
· Green chilly sliced - 1 tsp
· Mango sliced - 2 tsp
· Green chutney - 1 tbsp
· Sweet chutney - 1 tbspMethod:
1. Keep the puffed rice ready.
Slice onion, tomato, mango, coriander leaves, green chilly finely.
Click here to view how to make sweet chutney & green chutney at home..
2. In a mixing bowl, add puffed rice.
3. Add in sev and mix.
4. Add sliced onions.
5. Add sliced tomatoes, green chilly and mango.
6. Add finely sliced coriander leaves.
7. Finally add green chutney & sweet tamarind chutney.
8. Mix well.
9. You can alter the ingredients according to your liking.
10. Transfer to serving plate.
11. Garnish with finely sliced onion, tomato, coriander leaves and sev.
12. Lipsmacking delicious Bhel Puri chaat is ready.
13. It makes a healthy snack with piping hot cup of chai.


text:
Freedom from Torture is the only organisation in the UK dedicated solely to the treatment of torture survivors. It provides medical consultation, forensic documentation of torture, psychological therapies and practical help for people who have survived the most horrific abuses of human rights. In its 25 years, Freedom from Torture has received referrals for over 50,000 people and has opened treatment centres in five major cities to meet the needs of torture survivors dispersed around the UK. Last year, almost 150 people from nearly 40 different countries were referred to Freedom from Torture's North West centre in Manchester for help. For more information visit www.freedomfromtorture.org
Following the Working For Peace Expo (September 18 & 19 ), two of the Expo's participating organisations returned to IWMN last Sunday (September 25) as part of the Stone Flowers performance and album launch. Stone Flowers are a creative music group supported by Musicians without Borders and Freedom from Torture NW. They have a been described as "A moving and truthful journey with expressions of protest, peace, love and hope. An original song-cycle in English, Lingala, Farsi, Kurdish, French and Kikongo, influenced by folk, jazz, classical, spoken word and hip-hop music".
Their music filled the Main Exhibition Space of the museum during two packed performances on Sunday and the audience erupted with applause after each song. Visitors of all ages were gathered to watch the Stone Flowers and comments were left by visitors who said the event was "really important for thinking about war and peace and supporting survivors". The Stone Flowers CD album is available to buy here.Read More
Welcome to the latest Build the Truce pilot blog. Until March 2012 we'll be sharing information about the people and places supporting conflict resolution – and letting you know how the Museum is working with them to create new displays about conflict, truce and resolution.
Through our collections and the organisations we work with, we'll be signposting events and ways to get involved on this page. We'll also upload recorded material and invite guest blogs from people we've encountered through Build The Truce project work. Most importantly we'll respond to your comments, and host your ideas, as part of an open dialogue in these pages. We're depending on you to bring different perspectives to the blog, so please take part. Looking forward to hearing from you.
See the Team page for more on the team; look at the About page for background info on the Build The Truce blog and project.
These doodles were done by Lloyd George at a meeting of the Inter-Allied Council to discuss the terms of the Armistice to be imposed on Germany in November 1918. Difficult and complicated business, reflected in this sketch from blotting paper on the negotiation table. A small figure is trapped in an endless red cage of intersecting lines – does this suggest the complicated carve-up of postwar Europe, and the helpless individuals within it? The lines are repeated over and over again, like an unresolved conflict that continues to replay itself – as it would in 1939, in a chain of events rooted in the terms of the Treaty of Versailles.
IWM explores the cycle of conflict and war, and how it shapes our lives. This includes our efforts to address and respond to the causes and consequences of war, and to break conflict cycles. This is why the Museum's collections contain evidence of peacekeepers, peace makers and peace builders from 1918 to the present day.Read More
Dr Alison Ronan is a member of the Research staff at Manchester Metropolitan University who recently completed a doctorate about anti-war women in Manchester 1914-1918. She has experience as a youth and community worker in the NW for 30 years, including volunteer work on a conflict resolution project in the community and in prisons.
Dr Ronan will give a short talk introducing some of Manchester's pacifist and anti-war women activists, working for peace during the First World War. The talk will outline the astonishing local and national activist networks, often built on the pre-war socialist and suffrage groups in the city; and look at the Manchester branches of the Women's International League, the No Conscription Fellowship and the short lived but energetic Women's Peace Crusade in 1917. Central to all these campaigns was the feisty pacifist and feminist reformer, and Manchester's first woman Councillor, Margaret Ashton (1856-1937)Read More
The Peace Museum (Bradford) will be describing their work and collections at the WORKING FOR PEACE EXPO at IWM North on Sunday/Monday 18/19 September.
The Peace Museum, the only museum of its kind in the UK, explores, preserves and enhances the heritage of the peace movement, providing inspiring opportunities for people to engage with concepts of peace, cohesion, non-violence and conflict resolution.
The Peace Museum is excited about participating in the Working for Peace Expo and looks forward to sharing the inspiring heritage of the peace movement from its unique collections. Peace history is in some ways is a 'hidden history' because it is not yet well known; the museum aims to uncover this history and make it come alive by sharing stories of incredible daring, fortitude and vision of people who have strived and who are currently working to make the world a better place.
Julie Obermeyer
Curator and Manager: The Peace Museum


text:
Viewing your assigned work
During the course of an engagement, the simplest way to see work assigned to you is by applying filters to the Activities page. In Cloud, work is represented by tasks assigned to you. You may also want to view any current file requests you've made to clients.
Reviewing your assigned tasks
You can use the activities page to review tasks assigned to you.
To view tasks assigned to me:
From the Cloud menu, select Activities.
From the Activities drop-down, choose Tasks.
Select Filter () | Assigned To | Me.
To only view currently open tasks, select Filter () | Status | Open. This will add a secondary filter so that only open tasks assigned to you are displayed.
All of your current tasks are now listed on the Activities page. You can select any task to update its status or discuss it with other team members.
Reviewing your current file requests
If you have made file requests of your client contacts, you can review the status of those requests from the Activities page using a filter.
To view your current file requests:
From the Cloud menu, select Activities.
Select Activities | File Requests.
Select Filter () | Created By | Me.
To view only the open requests, select Filter () | Status | Open.
A list of the file requests you've created is displayed on the Activities page.
Getting notifications on specific organization activities
Whether or not you have a role on a specific activity, you can get notification emails about updates or changes made to the activity by subscribing to it.
To control which actions will trigger notifications, you'll need to configure your personal settings. For more information, see Change notification settings.
To subscribe to specific activities or files:
Ensure you have the Viewer role or equivalent.
From the Cloud menu, select Activities.
Select the Subscribe icon ( ).
The subscribe icon will turn yellow () to indicate you've been subscribed to the activity. Select the icon again to unsubscribe.
Was this helpful?Yes
In this article
Recently viewed
Stay Connected
Subscribe to receive updates on the latest articles and news for CaseWare products.
Your download will start immediately after you subscribe.No thanks, I just want the file.


text:
Matthew Tievsky, an associate attorney at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., recently won a substantial verdict for his clients in the District Court for Prince George's County, Maryland. The District Court is reserved for smaller cases in Maryland, worth less than $30,000. The clients were a mother and daughter who were in a car that was struck when a Prince George's County schoolbus smashed a third vehicle into their car. The Court found the county Board of Education liable for the negligence of its bus driver, and awarded Mr. Tievsky's clients a total of $18,500.00, even though the clients' medical bills only totaled about $6,000.00.
This was a great result, particularly because the mother unfortunately passed away before the trial and couldn't testify for herself. Most of the testimony had to be delivered by her daughter, who at the time of trial was only 12 years old. The daughter did a great job in relaying both her damages and the damages of her mother, and was a very credible witness.
If you have any questions about how to bring an auto accident claim, contact the personal injury lawyers atChaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C.


text:
The Office of Environmental Management (EM) is responsible for environmental restoration, waste management, technology development and facility transition and management. EM oversees an annual budget of approximately $6.5 billion dollars. Over 90 percent of EM's budget is contracted to industry. With such a significant portion awarded to contractors each year, achieving excellence in the Department's management of contracts is our objective. The EM Office of Acquisition and Project Management, working closely with EM sites, supports execution of the EM mission by overseeing the award and execution of contracts that complete the safe cleanup of the environmental legacy brought about from five decades of nuclear weapons development and government-sponsored nuclear energy research at sites throughout the United States striving to reduce risk and complete cleanup across all sites for the generations to come.
In accordance with DOE P 547.1A, Small Business First Policy, approved March 30, 2018, the Department is committed to maximizing opportunities for small business contracts and subcontracts. The policy ensures prime contracting opportunities are made available to the maximum extent practicable. In addition, the Department also implemented a policy to aggressively pursue increased use of fixed price and fixed unit rates contracts. This practice places the appropriate amount of risk and responsibility on the contractor and provides maximum incentive for the contractor to control costs and perform efficiently.
We take our responsibility for ensuring we receive the intended results from our contracts at a good price for the taxpayer seriously. We have engaged outside experts to review our processes and make suggestions on how we can better serve the taxpayer and make the best use of the resources that we have been given to meet the mission of EM and the Department of Energy as a whole. One example of such a review is the National Academy of Public Administration study Managing America's Defense Nuclear Waste . The results of internal and external reviews have informed our efforts to reform how we do business. Therefore, we are implementing a strategy to improve the Department's management of contracts and major capital acquisition projects.
EM activities are being conducted through more than 40 prime contracts having a total value of over $90 billion and annual expenditures of over $5 billion. Awards are generally made to teams of individual companies that in turn procure equipment and services from numerous subcontractors. Both large and small businesses help us deliver quality facilities, projects and services that meet the DOE mission and help ensure a safe and secure environment at legacy DOE sites for generations to come.
One of the major focuses of the EM federal workforce is to carry out an effective and efficient process for acquiring services for construction, deactivation and decommissioning, waste management and environmental cleanup. EM created the EM Acquisition Center (EMAC) to provide a centralized focus on the major procurements that are required for EM to fulfill its mission. The EMAC provides an integrated business system that supports operations and field offices in the planning, procurement and managing of major EM acquisitions. The EMAC along with representatives from the sites, develop and implement site and project specific acquisition and contract strategies, including award of major contracts. This is achieved with collaboration with the Office of Acquisition Management. Upon award, contracts are administered by the operations and site offices.
All EM procurement offices execute their acquisition and oversight responsibilities through a standardized process with a clear delineation of roles and responsibilities; more focused contracting resources and expertise, clear expectations and uniform guidance throughout the EM program. EM continues to focus on reducing the time required to conduct major procurements through improved planning, integration, communication, tracking and by having the necessary resources and expertise available when required.


text:
Captain's Quarters, via a tip from a reader, brings news of the "phenomenal" success of a Theater High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile test.
Although he repeats (only for a short while I'm sure) the source's incorrect identification of the weapon as a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense missile, and he somewhat over-exercises inductive logic in his commentary as to what it all means, the Captain's most central points are (as usual) "spot on". Especially:
1.The 'technology' is coming around (there was never any real doubt among those involved: as always, it is only a question of time and money if the laws of physics aren't being violated)Contrast the Captain's serious and cogent observations with the vacuous arguments (if they could be called 'arguments') being put forward against the Captain's post over at Oliver Willis'site. While Mr. Willis has little more than a 'yes, but' moment in the main post, things go downhill from there. Willis' comments section seems to be bi-polar: almost 50-50 in the early going between the "Hey, this is goodness" and "Hell no it isn't" camps. The "no it isn't" crowd is:
2.The point that a system will not have to have 100% successful, to be considered successful. To argue otherwise, would be to say that since we can't save New York and Los Angeles, there's no value in trying to save either one of them.
3.The capability is absolutely necessary for today and tomorrow in dealing with rogue states and shadow organizations.
1. Spouting soundbites: "Slightly better working crap is still crap."; "Now they want to make the mistake of the French Maginot line"Now, if anyone wants a little MORE good anti-missile news, here's a brand new press release (with photo) about Skyguard, something we've been working on for a while. Think of it as Son of M-THEL, Grandson of THEL.
2. Propagating myths: "If I remember correctly, one of the early experiments was largely successful due to the homing beacon inside the missile it was trying to shoot down." (Kudos! At least he/she caveated up front.BTW-- they didn't remember correctly.)
3. Bringing messages from alternative universes:
"Missile defense is a Pentagon welfare project and a major boondoggle destined for the same scrapheap the Osprey and the Sgt. York (and soon to be the B-2) quietly reside.
Will missile defense ever be proven as 100% effective? - where it just takes one nuclear warhead to make a bad day?" (Earth to Moonbeam: the only system on the scrapheap is the Sgt. York: cancelled due to extended teething problems that were eventually overcome but not before it became politically unviable)
Update: Dang. I read the Captain's post fairly soon after he put it up. Work rules frown on me using using company computers to blog, so when I got home later that night, I didn't notice one of his readers had already mentioned the Theater-Terminal disconnect. My Apologies.


text:
Consulting and Program Delivery
Making a difference, taking the lead for a sustainable future
We are an experienced, highly competent and passionate team of sustainability practitioners;
Committed to making a difference, taking the lead for a sustainable future, and actively engaging, encouraging and supporting others to do the same.
As consultants, Green Skills have successfully facilitated and delivered research papers, surveys, reports, and programs for community engagement and leadership.
We have worked with a diverse range of organisations including South Coast Natural Resource Management, City of Albany, Shire of Denmark and Gondwana Link.
Combatting dune erosion at Coogee Beach
Visitors to Coogee Beach will notice Ecojobs staff working in the dunes – not trampling, but using a technique called "brushing".
This rehabilitation method involves using tree and shrub branches to stabilise dunes. Native branches create a microclimate that protects and shades sand, increases water infiltration, reduces erosion and wind speed, deters traffic, and traps sand. The essential conditions for revegetation.
Ecojobs team members Perry, Mitch and Ben have been working with the City of Cockburn on this coastline protection initiative.
Professional staff who understand how to work in fragile areas
Wilson Wetlands Action Group (WWAG) has utilised the services offered by Green Skills Ecojobs Environmental Personnel for a number of years on our varied projects within Canning River Regional Park.
The office staff are helpful and efficient in dealing with bookings and staffing requests when we contact them. Field staff are punctual and arrive ready to start the tasks of the day. They are professional and understand the complexities of working within fragile conservation areas. With background and interest in the work staff are often able to offer constructive input which contributes to the successful outcome of the project.
Wilson Wetlands Action Group
Preserving waterways for future generations
With passion and knowledge regarding local issues, Green Skills has assisted WICC to achieved measurable benefits to the biodiversity throughout the catchment area.
Their team communication skills and ability to deliver timely project management with measurable outcomes is second to none in our region. I have no doubt that WICC and Green Skills will continue their excellent working relationship into the future.
Wilson Inlet Catchment Committee
Enhancing and developing regional community living
'South Coast Learn For Life' Program.
Green Skills took a lead role encouraging and facilitating opportunities for local people to share their passions, skills and knowledge and develop their own facilitating skills. It is always a pleasure to work with an organisation that has the systems and the flexibility to act quickly and respond to opportunities that understand, develop and enhance regional community living in ways that that embrace diversity, people, community and environment. We truly look forward to working creatively and collaboratively into the future.
Denmark, WA
Reputable environmental services and training
The Shire of Denmark acknowledges the contribution of Green Skills, as a reputable community not-for-profit organisation, in providing environmental services and training for the betterment of the Denmark community and beyond in working towards a sustainable future.
Sustainability Officer
Shire of Denmark
Facilitating successful participation through expert support
Emerging Community Leadership Program' for the Department of Regional Development,
Green Skills have brought significant experience in facilitating community engagement and supporting our leadership for sustainability initiatives. With their extensive network of regional contacts across southern WA, they helped us to recruit program participants, and to co-facilitate the program's adult-learning workshops. The program received positive feedback from program participants and its success was, in no small measure, due to the expertise and support that Louise and Dawn brought to this project.
Karrak Consulting,
Denmark, WA
Excellent services, completed on time, to budget, and to a high standard
Ecojobs Services have been excellent, with works attended to and completed on time, to a high standard and within the quoted budget. The personnel are reliable, professional and prompt when working for the City. We have no hesitation in recommending Ecojobs for similar scope of works and looks forward to continuing to work with Green Skills services into the future.
Environmental Supervisor
City of Cockburn
Ecojobs performance always to high standard
Green Skills have provided services including manual and chemical weed control, Fire Access Way maintenance, pruning, watering, lake and bushland litter removal and cleanups. More recently they have provided temporary personnel under the WALGA preferred supplier contract. Their performance has always been to a high standard in a range of tasks.
The personnel they have available are at or above the required level of knowledge, training and skills for the works requested. Their Team Leaders are professional and communication and administration requirements have at all times been to a high standard. I highly recommend Green Skills Inc based on my experience with them.
Supervisor – Natural Areas
City of Joondalup
Get In Touch
|(08) 9360 6667
|Campus Drive, Environmental Technology Centre (ETC), Murdoch University, Murdoch WA 6150
|(08) 9842 1334
38 Graham Street, (cnr Barker Road) Centennial Park, Albany WA 6330
|(08) 9848 3310
PO Box 577 Denmark WA 6333


text:
9 Easy Homemade Beauty Tips For Hair
Long, thick and lustrous hair is high on every woman's wishlist. But everyday exposure to dust, pollution, sun and dirt makes it an almost impossible dream to achieve. Products available in the market contain chemicals which do more harm than good in the long run. If you want to combat all these problems and keeping…Read more


text:
Event Registration Form
This event is FREE to attend.
For a CME Certificate, it's 60 AED (pick up).
For a CME Certificate, it's 100 AED (courier).
We intend to provide approved CME hours for this course. Certificates will be issued and can either be picked up or can be sent to you via courier


text:
This page aims to help you remove Apple-kungfu.com "Virus". Our removal instructions work for Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer, as well as every version of Windows.
Taking care of any potentially unwanted programs that might have ended up on your PC is a necessity if you are to maintain a safe and secure computer system. There are many different types of software that might be considered undesirable and a lot of times this is primarily due to the program's ability to annoy and obstruct the user. Today, we will be focusing on a piece of software that can be both irritating as well as potentially hazardous if left unchecked. The potentially unwanted program's name is Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" and it falls under the category of Browser Hijackers. Most such applications are notorious for their ability to obstruct the user's online experience by making unpleasant alterations to their Chrome, IE, Edge or Firefox browser. Usually, Hijackers tend to add new toolbars to the browser, change its homepage, replace its default search engine or trigger random page redirects. Since, as we already mentioned, it is advisable that users remove such potentially unwanted software from their computers, apart from general information regarding Apple-kungfu.com "Virus", here, you can also find instructions on how to uninstall it and fully eliminate the irritating Hijacker. Head down to our removal guide once you've finished reading this article if you have Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" on your PC and follow the instructions there to quickly and effectively get rid of the pesky software.
What are Browser Hijackers?
It is important to clarify what a Browser Hijacker actually is. Sometimes, it might seem that such a program can actually be useful and helpful for you while in other instances, users might come to the conclusion that their machine has been attacked by some nasty and malicious Trojan horse or Ransomware virus. The truth lies somewhere in between.
While the majority of Browser Hijackers are normally not harmful to the user's computer and their virtual security, there are certain security risks that may or may not come from such a program. In addition to that, even though many applications the likes of Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" might be promoted as being helpful and beneficial to the user, one should bear in mind that the actual functionality of most Hijackers is heavily limited to say the least. The reason for all this is the fact that this sort of software is primarily used for the purposes of online marketing. While in some instances a Hijacker program might indeed possess some sort of useful function, for the most part those applications are solely developed to profit their creators via a variety of advertising techniques (hence, the changes to your browser and the frequent page redirects).
What are the potential security hazards that Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" might trigger?
It is fairly obvious that if a program starts to mess with your Internet and browser settings without asking for your permission, then it is probably not the best idea to let this software remain on your computer. The alterations caused by Hijackers are not only annoying but they could also represent potential security risks for your PC. Even though, as we mentioned earlier, most Hijackers are not harmful and would not try to damage anything on your PC, it is still possible that those programs can open up the way into your PC for other, more threatening types of software. For instance, sometimes a page redirect triggered by a Hijacker might actually open some shady and potentially hazardous website. Additionally, many applications of this type tend to mess with the Registry Editor of your PC, which at times could make your machine more vulnerable. We must also mention the fact that it is not unheard of that some Hijackers could also trigger fake warnings or misleading browser offers which could trick the user into installing even more undesirable software. All in all, even though Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" Is certainly not some sort of malicious Ransomware or Trojan horse virus, it is still a program that users should be careful with until it's removed.
What are the most common methods for distributing Browser Hijackers
The bigger the number of PC's that have the Hijacker installed on them, the greater the overall profit from the developers of the program. This is the main reasons why most Browser Hijacker creators do everything they can to get their products onto as many computers as possible. Various methods are used for the distribution of programs like Apple-kungfu.com "Virus". For instance, the undesirable software can get on your PC if you open the wrong file or link added to a spam e-mail or if you interact with some deceitful and shady browser ad that actually serves as a download link for the Hijacker. Another distribution technique that many users fall for is when the pesky application is added within the installer of other software. Since most people do not pay too much attention to what the optional installs in the setup menu are, the oftentimes tend to miss the fact that there's actually a Hijacker bundled with the program that they want to install. In order to not make the same mistake, you must always take a look at what's been added to the setup wizard of software you are about to install on your PC and if any of the bundled applications seem suspicious to you, remove them before clicking on the Install button.
|Browser Hijacker
|Danger Level
|Medium (nowhere near threats like Ransomware, but still a security risk)
|Obstructive and unwanted browser changes and sudden page redirects to random websites.
|Distribution Method
|Obscure browser ads, deceitful Internet offers and pop-ups, spam messages and by bundling the Hijacker with another program (usually with some form of freeware).
|Detection Tool
parasite may reinstall itself multiple times if you don't delete its core files. We recommend downloading SpyHunter to scan for malicious programs. This may save you hours and cut down your time to about 15 minutes.
Download SpyHunter Anti-Malware
More information on SpyHunter, steps to uninstall, EULA, Threat Assessment Criteria, and Privacy Policy.
Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" Removal
If you are a Windows user, continue with the guide below.
If you are a Mac user, please use our How to remove Ads on Mac guide.
If you are an Android user, please use our Android Malware Removal guide.
Some of the steps will likely require you to exit the page. Bookmark it for later reference.
Reboot in Safe Mode (use this guide if you don't know how to do it).
Press CTRL + SHIFT + ESC at the same time and go to the Processes Tab (the "Details" Tab on Win 8 and 10). Try to determine which processes are dangerous.
Right click on each of them and select Open File Location. Then scan the files with our free online virus scanner:
This scanner is free and will always remain free for our website's users. You can find its full-page version at: https://howtoremove.guide/online-virus-scanner/
Scan Results
|Virus Scanner
After you open their folder, end the processes that are infected, then delete their folders.
Note: If you are sure something is part of the infection – delete it, even if the scanner doesn't flag it. No anti-virus program can detect all infections.
Hold together the Start Key and R. Type appwiz.cpl –> OK.
You are now in the Control Panel. Look for suspicious entries. Uninstall it/them.
Type msconfig in the search field and hit enter. A window will pop-up:
Startup —> Uncheck entries that have "Unknown" as Manufacturer or otherwise look suspicious.
Hold the Start Key and R – copy + paste the following and click OK:
notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts
A new file will open. If you are hacked, there will be a bunch of other IPs connected to you at the bottom. Look at the image below:
If there are suspicious IPs below "Localhost" – write to us in the comments.
Open the start menu and search for Network Connections (On Windows 10 you just write it after clicking the Windows button), press enter.
- Right-click on the Network Adapter you are using —> Properties —> Internet Protocol Version 4 (ICP/IP), click Properties.
- The DNS line should be set to Obtain DNS server automatically. If it is not, set it yourself.
- Click on Advanced —> the DNS tab. Remove everything here (if there is something) —> OK.
- After you complete this step, the threat will be gone from your browsers. Finish the next step as well or it may reappear on a system reboot.
Right click on the browser's shortcut —> Properties.
NOTE: We are showing Google Chrome, but you can do this for Firefox and IE (or Edge).
Properties —–> Shortcut. In Target, remove everything after .exe.
Remove Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" from Internet Explorer:
Open IE, click —–> Manage Add-ons.
Find the threat —> Disable. Go to —–> Internet Options —> change the URL to whatever you use (if hijacked) —> Apply.
Remove Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" from Firefox:
Open Firefox, click ——-> Add-ons —-> Extensions.
Find the adware/malware —> Remove.
Remove Apple-kungfu.com "Virus" from Chrome:
Close Chrome. Navigate to:
C:/Users/!!!!USER NAME!!!!/AppData/Local/Google/Chrome/User Data. There is a Folder called "Default" inside:
Rename it to Backup Default. Restart Chrome.
Type Regedit in the windows search field and press Enter.
Inside, press CTRL and F together and type the threat's Name. Right click and delete any entries you find with a similar name. If they don't show up this way, go manually to these directories and delete/uninstall them:
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER—-Software—–Random Directory. It could be any one of them – ask us if you can't discern which ones are malicious.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER—-Software—Microsoft—-Windows—CurrentVersion—Run– Random
HKEY_CURRENT_USER—-Software—Microsoft—Internet Explorer—-Main—- Random
If the guide doesn't help, download the anti-virus program we recommended or try our free online virus scanner. Also, you can always ask us in the comments for help!


text:
Reading Room Locations & Guidelines
City Campus Reading Room
Archives & Special Collections Reading Room
29 Love Library
Lincoln, NE 68588
Today's Hours:
East Campus Reading Room
LDRF Reading Room
2055 N 35th St
Lincoln, NE 68583
Today's Hours:
Schedule a Visit
Reading Room Guidelines
When visiting the reading rooms, all researchers using Archives & Special Collections materials must register. University of Nebraska students, faculty, or staff are asked to show their university i.d. cards. Non-university researchers are asked to provide another form of photo identification.
The collections held by Archives & Special Collections contain rare or unique items. To protect our collections we ask our patrons to observe the following guidelines.
- Please provide valid photo identification.
- Use only pencils. If you do not have a pencil one will be provided.
- Food or drink are not allowed in the reading room.
- Be careful not to let laptops, notebooks or other objects rest on top of books, manuscripts, or archival materials.
- Do not attach items to or mark the materials. Paper slips are provided to flag a page in a book or a document in a folder.
- Please use one folder from a box at a time and maintain the existing order within each folder and box.
- When selecting documents to be photocopied, copy slips are provided to identify the items.
- Cotton gloves are provided for handling photographs and other items as necessary.
- Archive staff reserves the right to examine the researcher's briefcase, bags, notebooks, or any other personal property before a patron or researcher leaves the reading room.
- Patrons are requested to use cell phones outside of the reading room.


text:
A friend of mine, happily married for many years, likes to tell a story. Over a 30th-anniversary dinner, and after a little too much wine, he said, "I love you, sweetheart. I've never been unfaithful, and I never will be." He repeated that line a couple more times during the evening""until his wife put down her fork and said with all the warmth of a glacier, "Are you seeing someone else?"
The lesson of the tale: Even when done innocently, emphasizing one's fidelity a little too often and earnestly can yield unwelcome results. Such may be the case in Rome, where more than 250 Catholic bishops from around the world have gathered in a three-week synod, ending Oct. 25, to discuss "the vocation and mission of the family in the contemporary world."
Synods, from the Greek synodos for meeting or assembly, are purely advisory. They offer counsel to the pope on matters he chooses. As the Catholic Church's supreme pastor, he can listen to their advice, ignore them or do something in between. But it is a rare bishop of Rome who would disregard the consensus of his brothers, so synods carry collegial weight.


text:
Hightower delivers.
Aug 01, 2016
What great form Sergeant Hightower has been in of late and at Pakenham last Tuesday he recorded his most impressive victory yet, racing away to salute by a soft 1 3/4 lengths in a BM58 event over 1000m.
Doing a great job dropping back from 1300m and conceding the rest of the field weight (carrying a hefty 61kg), Sergeant Hightower settled well for Brian Higgins and really let go over the final stages.
"Back to 1000m I thought they'd be a bit nippy for him," Higgins said.
"But he was nice and fresh today so he was able to take up a good positive spot."
"He can be get there a bit soon sometimes and have a think about it but today he was convincing."
Higgins added that he was not concerned about the 61kg, noting that "he is such a big horse who can carry weight quite well."
"No doubt he will have to go up a notch but he is in great form and I'm sure with Allison's expertise she will place him to advantage."
"It was great to get him across the line again," Allison said. "He has been performing so well throughout his preparation and has had 16 runs this time in."
"And it is lovely to win for this group of owners who have been with me for almost ten years."
One of whom - Bryan Cain - named Sergeant Hightower after the big goofy Police Academy character.
A son of Churchill Downs, Sergeant Hightower was purchased by Bryan at the 2012 Inglis Autumn Yearling Sale. Bred by Greta West Stud, he is a full brother to the city winner Purple Storm and a half to the multiple metropolitan winner Two Hills.
It has been a great season for the stable and we thank all of our loyal owners - old and new - for their support.
From just 44 runners over 2015/16 we saddled up 11 winners... a 25% strike rate that we are exceptionally proud of.
Stable star Andrassy led the way, winning five races and progressing from BM64 class to open mares at Caulfield last Saturday.
"Her wins at Caulfield and Moonee Valley and on Cranbourne Cup Day were great highlights for us," Allison said, justifiably proud of the home-bred mare.
"Getting Sergeant Hightower into such consistent form has been wonderful as well," said Allison.
Allison continues to earn the respect of her racing peers, making the most of her opportunities with just eight horses in work.
"She's got a good strike rate," noted jockey Brian Higgins. "She sends her horses out fit and places them well."


text:
How do I get help?
If you have any questions about something you read here, or need help shopping online with us, please use the contact us form or call 1300 304 269 Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5pm.
Do you have a retail store?
Yes! The Aura Home Concept Store is now open at 1371 Malvern Road, Malvern, Victora. We're open Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5pm and Sunday 10am - 4pm. Call us today on 03 9882 6980, or email us at email@example.com
Why sign up to our e-newsletter?
Register Now for our e-newsletter and be the first to hear about sale events, special offers, new product releases and $15 off your first order.
How do I get help?
If you have any questions about something you read here, or need help shopping online with us, please use the contact us form or call 1300 304 269 Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5pm.
Is it safe to make credit card payments on your website?
The Aura website uses SSL Encryption and all payments are processed by the eWay Payment Gateway which is tier one PCI DSS compliant. This means Eway adheres to the highest security standards set by Visa and MasterCard. EWAY guarantees that customer and credit card data is secured by military–grade software and encrypted by Ingrian devices to offer the highest level of protection possible.
Can I buy gift cards online?
Yes, you can buy gift cards online at: https://www.aurahome.com.au/gift-card Gift cards purchased online are able to be used online only. We also sell gift cards in our Malvern store and these can be in store only.
How do I know what size I need?
Please refer to individual products for sizing.
Can I send my order as a gift?
Yes, we can send your order as a gift but please note that the tax invoice will be sent with the parcel. If you don't want this to happen you must advise us when ordering.
Am I able to add or delete items from my order once I have completed the order?
Unfortunately, you're unable to add or delete items from your order. However, you can create a new order. Please use the contact us form or call 1300 304 269 Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5pm and we will assist wherever possible.
What should I do if my credit card has been declined?
If your credit card has been declined, it's best to talk to your local bank.
Do I need an account to place an order?
No, you don't need an account to place an online order, however by creating an account with us you'll be able to:
- shop faster
- manage and track your orders
- receive exclusive emails offers and previews.
What can I do if I forget my password?
If you've forgotten your password, please go to LOGIN and click 'Forgot your password'.
I have an online shopping account and would like to manage my eNews preferences.
If you already have an online shopping account with us and would like to manage your preferences, simply 'LOGIN' to your account, Click 'Email Preferences' then Update your preferences and 'Save Changes'.
How much is delivery?
Delivery is $9.95 flat rate for Australia wide. Free Shipping applies to all orders over $150 in Australia & New Zealand.
How long will delivery take after dispatch?
Typical delivery times expected are:
- Melbourne - Approximately 1-3 business days
- Sydney, Adelaide - Approximately 2-5 business days
- Brisbane, Perth - Approximately 3-7 business days
All areas outside these metro locations please allow up to 8-10 business days. Please note these time frames are estimates and Australia Post endeavours to meet these estimates at all times.
When will my order be dispatched?
Dispatches occur Monday to Friday excluding public holidays.
Do you ship internationally?
We are an Australian business and we currently ship to New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Ireland. Please note that bedlinen sizes can differ between countries. Please refer to individual products for sizing information.
Can my item be delivered to a PO Box?
Yes, orders can be delivered to PO Boxes.
Does someone need to be home to accept delivery?
Yes, someone needs be available to accept delivery, as Australia Post requires a signature as proof of receipt. For your convenience, we suggest having your order delivered to your work address if you are unable to be home during business hours.
How do I track the progress of my delivery?
By close of business on the day your order has been dispatched, you will receive an email from us with full tracking details and information so that you can monitor your order online.
Are Aura products backed by a warranty?
Yes, all Aura products are backed by a 12 month comprehensive warranty.
What are your warranty terms and conditions?
Aura warrants all goods for a period of 12 months under normal usage, to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Aura's liability under this warranty is to repair or replace (at its discretion) any part or product covered by this (or any implied) warranty free of charge.
This warranty does not cover:
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage arising from abnormal use, or abuse
- Products which have not been maintained, or which have been modified
- Any indirect or consequential loss.
This warranty applies only to the original purchase. Proof of purchase is required. All works carried out by a party under instructions Aura will be covered by the 12 month warranty on workmanship and repair. If the workmanship of the repair is deemed by Aura to be faulty a new item will be provided. All other warranties, express or implied, are excluded.
What do I do if I have a problem?
Aura is committed to the excellence of our products and providing superior customer service. Our customer service team is available to help you with any queries after your purchase. Most issues are resolved within 24 business hours. Contact us at email@example.com if you require any assistance with your product after purchase.


text:
Black Steel Strapping/Plastic Strapping
At Parade Strapping & Baling we source the world over to give you the highest quality materials. We stock black steel strapping and plastic strapping in our Philadelphia, PA warehouse. This allows for quick delivery both in PA, NJ and Ohio. We can also ship overnight to most of the East Coast and cities in the Midwest. Our black steel strapping is available in both regular duty, high tensile, oscillated, and ribbon wound, while our plastic strapping is available in polyester and polypropylene finishes. Plastic strapping is also available in white, yellow, green, and black colors. Plastic is used many times as a cost saving measure versus black steel strapping. Please consult with our experts to see find the most cost efficient method for your business.
Black steel strapping has a wide variety of uses. Some of the most common are, bundling pipes together for shipment, reinforcing wooden or corrugated boxes, and securing coils of steel or paper. This is just a small sample of the wide variety of uses for black steel strapping, banding and strapping supplies. Space does not permit us to list the wide variety of uses for this product. If you can imagine it, strapping can be used. We stock a complete inventory of black steel strapping and banding products.
Wickwire Warehouse and Parade Strapping and Baling inventory a wide variety of products. In addition to our strapping products we stock stainless steel rods and baling wire for primarily shipping in PA, NJ, MD, DE, OH and across the country. Also, for those customers who want to buy stainless steel wire we have an extensive inventory to choose from.
Please see our stock list below. We also stock a complete component of tools and accessories.
Wickwire and Parade Strapping and Baling are members of the Wire Fabricators Association (WFA), the Port Richmond Industrial Development Enterprise (PRIDE), the Manufacturers Alliance of Philadelphia (MAP) and the Urban Initiative. Parade Strapping and Baling was added to the Wickwire Warehouse family of companies in 2007. This new purchase was integrated into the 75,000-sq. ft. warehouse purchased by Foy in 2005. All acquisitions were consolidated into the location in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Today, the current warehouse is still located at 3300 Tulip Street in Philadelphia's Port Richmond area.
Wickwire Warehouse/Parade Strapping and Baling
have been successful because they adhere closely to the principles spelled out in the company's Mission Statement: "Our mission at Wickwire Warehouse/Parade Strapping and Baling is to help our customers excel in their marketplaces by providing them exceptional customer service and superior products. We will be the number one supplier of steel and recycling wire to those customers who prize speed of delivery and superior customer service."
For the future, Wickwire Warehouse plans to grow the business geographically and to expand its sales team to further penetrate the recycling industry and the OEM market. The company is ideally positioned to take advantage of the current positive business environment. Wickwire Warehouse/United Roll Form/and Parade Strapping and Baling's experienced employees are looking forward to all the challenges and excitement that the company's future growth represents.


text:
Ultimate Mantra – One with + Nourish – TeTe & Espresso Blog Podcast – Castbox
"I am one with the universe and the universe is one with me."
I nourish the universe and the universe nourishes me."Read More
"I am one with the universe and the universe is one with me."
I nourish the universe and the universe nourishes me."Read More
Surrender to do nothing. Go no where, and to feel nothing but the joy of the present moment…. You are upset at your boat for not going anywhere, and you never find anything when you go out, because you have never given your Captain an exact dream destinationRead More
Here are the 5 things I chant daily, probably 20 times a day….. "I forgive myself, I am worthy, I take action now, Abundance, faith." "You forgive yourself, You am worthy, You take action now, Abundance, faith."Read More
Who is great? You are great! Who is great? I am great! Who is great? We are great! We are great We are great, the we is you and me! Who is great? you heard the answer in your head, we are great! Everything we want in life comes so much faster with the we.Read More
90 days is a short amount of time to increase your happiness and peace…There is that one little rule though… You must want to change every day for 90 days.Read More
Action, reality, action, dream life, end of fantasy, action, start to your dream life, action. Action and faith, faith in reality, reality brings your dream life, and the end of fantasy, is the beginning beauty of reality. Action is our connection our universe.Read More
I use the key the TeTe gave me. You use the key that TeTe gave you. We use the key that TeTe gave us…Can we discover something that has always been there? It's not mine. It's ours..Yours, mine, the Universe's. All of oursRead More
Ready…together…3,2,1 ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh…2 more times…3,2,1, Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh…Last time..3,2,1 Ahhhhhhhhhhhh Gaaaahhhhhd today we have faith in the abundance of you, and the all giving abundance in our lives.Read More
I think about experiences to create, you think about experiences to create, we think about new experiences to create. We can live forever…. If we followed this system, once a year, for 10 years, of spending $100 of 10 people…Read More
We release each other. When we release each other, we both are liberated and free. The weight is gone. Because we get it. Because we released other people, we actually release ourselves from our chains.Read More


text:
Encephalartos dyerianus
Description: Stem: Aerial and erect although long stems tend to be come decumbent. The aerial part of the stem is unbranched although the plants usually produce suckers. Stem can attain a length of up to 6 m above the ground and diameter of 400-600 mm. The stem is protect by a layer of very uniform leaf bases.
Leaves: Of all southern Africa cycad species, this one probably has a densest leaf canopy. Both sides of the leaves have a same pale bluish-green colour. The leaves are hairless, rigid and curve strongly outwards for a short distance immediately above the leaf base, only the curve gently inwards along the remainder of it length. The leaves are 1.23-1.70m long. Their pp-angle increases from 60-80 at the leaf apex to 150-180 at the blade's base. The pr-angle is 20-30 at the leaf apex and increases to 70-80 at the blade's base. The s-angle is 0-+15 at the leaf apex and increases slightly to approximately +20 or + 30 at the blade's base. Leaflets do not shield one another, or only slightly incubously . Petiole: This appears to virtually non-existent but it up to 60 mm long with a brow basal collar which usually is inconspicuous because it is largely covered by the cataphylls of the stem apex. Medians leaflets: 170-240mm long, 10-18 mm wide, leathery and without nodules. The upper leaflets surface is very slightly concaves both transversely and longitudinally. Poorly defined longitudinal ridges occur on the lower leaflet surface . Leaflet argins are entrie and unthickened.The leaflet apex is pungent, Basal leaflets: These decrease in size basipetally to several spines.
Habitat : The species is restricted to two granite outcrops in the eastern part of Limpopo; one near Mica and the other near Gravelotte. The plants occur in savannah amongst large boulder on the sandy soil.The area is about 700 m above sea level and receives an annual rainfall of 400-500 mm which falls mainly in summer. The species was never abundant and is at present very endangered due largely to activities of collectors. The problem is exacerbated by a lack of seeding regeneration which can apparently be ascribed to absence of a suitable insect pollinatior.
Cultivation : The plants grow fairly slowly but can readily be propagated from seed and sucker. It grows well when exposed to full sunlight And it forst resistant.


text:
Firstly, apologies for the long period of silence. I've been more consumed, overwhelmed, and excited by my work in the last few months than possibly at any other time in my life, and that unfortunately placed my personal blog low on the priority list. That failing is something I promise to remedy.
The project that has effectively taken over my life is called A River's Tail. I've already written extensively about the origins and my motivations for undertaking such an endeavour so I will keep the details simple: myself and fellow photographer Gareth Bright are traveling the entirety of the Mekong river for the next year. Our friend and professional videographer, Pablo Chavanel, is joining us for selected legs of the journey to produce short films about the environmental issues we come across, as well as to document the behind the scenes process of what is involved in a project like this.
As I write this, we've already finished the Vietnam and Cambodia sections of the trip, and are preparing to head to Laos next month. This is by far the most logistically and creatively demanding thing I've ever attempted, and I am learning a great deal about what it means to focus on one topic for an extended period of time. While I am aware that some of photography's greatest long-term projects have spanned decades, or even lifetimes, this is a step in the right direction for me. I am seeing clearly, maybe for the first time since I started in photography, that in order to tell a story properly I need to slow down and spend more time.
Though my income has shrunk to virtually nothing (we made an executive decision to spend the entire project budget on travel over paying ourselves), and stepping back from the hustle for publication and recognition was initially a hard adjustment (it's addictive seeing your pictures in major media outlets), I have never been more convinced that this project is the best thing that has ever happened to me creatively and professionally.
The most frustrating aspect of the process has been the necessity of delaying publishing our material – we needed to build up a stockpile of stories in order to make sure the flow of content continued uninterrupted once we launched. I'm not used to keeping my work under wraps, and not being able to share what I'm doing despite this being one of the most productive periods in my photographic career took some getting used to.
I'm happy to say that these days of secrecy are almost at an end. A River's Tail will launch officially on June 8th, and from that day forward we will regularly release new content for the rest of the year. Until then, I hope you'll enjoy the trailer video that explains our basic goals and hopes for the next year on the Mekong.
If you're anywhere near as interested in this as I am, the easiest thing to do is head to ariverstail.com and enter your email address. We're not going to spam people with hundreds of updates, but rather we're going to curate the best content from each month in one place. If you're like me and can't keep up with the countless amount of information to be consumed online, this is probably the most convenient way to follow the journey.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on this video. We are all learning what sort of material resonates with people and allows them to connect to a subject, so if you particularly enjoyed (or just as valuably, hated) something about the video, leave a comment below. As happy as A River's Tail is making us, it is ultimately about creating an engaging experience for you, the audience. Your feedback is the best way we can keep telling stories that help you connect to the world, so don't be shy!


text:
The objective of scaling and root planing is to remove etiologic agents which cause inflammation to the gingival (gum) tissue and surrounding bone. Common etiologic agents removed by this conventional periodontal therapy include dental plaque and tartar (calculus).
These non-surgical procedures which completely cleanse the periodontium, work very effectively for individuals suffering from gingivitis (mild gum inflammation) and moderate/severe periodontal disease.
Reasons for scaling and root planing
Scaling and root planing can be used both as a preventative measure and as a stand-alone treatment. These procedures are performed as a preventative measure for a periodontitis sufferer.
Here are some reasons why these dental procedures may be necessary:
What do scaling and root planing treatments involve?
Scaling and root planing treatments are only performed after a thorough examination of the mouth. The dentist will take X-rays, conduct visual examinations and make a diagnosis before recommending or beginning these procedures.
Depending on the current condition of the gums, the amount of calculus (tartar) present, the depth of the pockets and the progression of the periodontitis, local anesthetic may be used.
Scaling – This procedure is usually performed with special dental instruments and may include an ultrasonic scaling tool. The scaling tool removes calculus and plaque from the surface of the crown and root surfaces. In many cases, the scaling tool includes an irrigation process that can also be used to deliver an antimicrobial agent below the gums that can help reduce oral bacteria.
Root Planing – This procedure is a specific treatment which serves to remove cementum and surface dentin that is embedded with unwanted microorganisms, toxins and tartar. The root of the tooth is literally smoothed in order to promote good healing. Having clean, smooth root surfaces helps bacteria from easily colonizing in future.
Following these deep cleaning procedures, the gum pockets may be treated with antibiotics. This will soothe irritation and help the gum tissues to heal quickly.
During the next appointment, the dentist or hygienist will thoroughly examine the gums again to see how well the pockets have healed. If the gum pockets still measure more than 3mm in depth, additional and more intensive treatments may be recommended.
If you have any concerns or questions about scaling and root planing, or periodontal disease, please ask your dentist.
Dr. Mojaver provides excellent dental work with superb knowledge of all the latest methods and techniques used in the countries best dental practices. Dr. Mojaver and staff are kind, courteous, and provide great customer service. Making appointments for routine care should be done weeks in advance to get a time and date convenient for you. Dr. Mojaver's services are in very high demand, but with that said, when I needed an urgent care visit Dr. Mojaver made it happen within 24 hours. I am glad to refer all my friends and family to Modern Dentistry.
Rob H.
I have been going to Modern Dentistry for teeth cleaning, check-ups, fillings, and Invisalign for around 8 years now (at least 16 visits). My experience has been amazing every single time!
Everyone at the office is very nice and welcoming. I have never felt uneasy or uncomfortable waiting for my appointment. My appointments have always begun on time and were completed in a timely manner. The staff is all very trustworthy, attentive, friendly, and transparent. The waiting area, front desk, restroom, and office space are all consistently immaculate.
Dr. Mojaver is kind, outgoing, and trustworthy and will genuinely do his best to help your every dental need.
I very highly recommend Dr. Mojaver and his team, and would not trust anyone else!
Megan H.
Site Developed by ProSites.com


text:
Rhinoplastyalso known as nose job, is a surgical procedure that redefines and reshapes the nose, enhancing the facial attractiveness and proportions of your nose. While some may want to improve their appearance, others may need it after sustained nose injuries.
Why Rhinoplasty?
A rhinoplasty is done to treat and correct a number of conditions such as impaired breathing and chronic congestion due to structural nose defects, nose size in proportion with facial structure, nasal humps or depressions on the bridge, enlarged, bulbous, dropping, upturned or hooked nasal tip, large and wide nostrils or nasal asymmetry.
Our surgeons at BLK Aesthetic Surgery Centre are well-qualified and experienced in using contemporary techniques for correction and achieving the desired nose shape.
BLK Hospital
BLK Super Speciality Hospital
Pusa Road
New Delhi -110005
Phone no
24 Hrs Helpline: +91-9015443040
Whatsapp no: +91-8800791529


text:
As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, all I crave is tea and soup. Tea and soup. No literally, just tea and soup. Oh, and hot showers and hot cocoa. I basically hibernate like a bear all winter. ... Read more →
Easy Vegan Ramen
Yes, ramen that's (undetectably) vegan and totally doable. Get your soup bowls, friends. It's happening! ... Read more →


text:
Can Young Drivers In Michigan Find Cheap Car Insurance?
FREE Car Insurance Comparison
Compare quotes from the top car insurance companies and save!
Secured with SHA-256 Encryption
The fact that young drivers are responsible for a large number of fatal auto accidents is the reason why insurance companies typically charge higher premiums for this demographic.
In fact, adding a teen driver to your existing policy in Michigan can translate to a rate hike of about 56.6 percent according to a 2015 study.
If you think that the situation is bad in Michigan, think again. Michigan is actually the third most favorable state for young drivers coming just behind New York with its 52.3 percent rate hike and Hawaii with its16.83 percent rate hike after adding a teen driver. Still, a 56.6% rate hike is quite high. Fortunately, you can do the following to find a cheap car insurance for young drivers in Michigan:
Useful Tips for Cheap Car Insurance
- Explain the Risks
You need to talk to your teen driver about the relationship between car accidents and the cost of insurance. Young drivers often forget that car insurance is part of the costs associated with owning a vehicle. Explain to him/her that a driving infraction or being involved in an accident typically drives the cost of insurance up.
- Include Your Teen on Your Policy
Adding a young driver to your policy might translate to a premium hike of over 56 percent in Michigan, but it's still cheaper than letting them buy their own coverage. If you insure your inexperienced growing child's vehicle with your insurance provider, you may also qualify for multi-vehicle insurance discounts.
- Increase Your Liability Insurance
State minimums for liability insurance might not be enough to completely protect you from lawsuits in case your teen driver is involved in an accident. Today, most vehicles are worth over $15,000 and medical bills for injuries sustained can easily go beyond $20,000 for a single person. Should your teen driver be found negligent in the accident and the damages are far greater than your insurance limits, you might find yourself being held financially liable and could be sued for the amounts not covered by your insurance coverage.
- Assign the Teen Driver to the Right Vehicle
Find out from your insurance provider how drivers are assigned to vehicles. Some insurance providers may assign the most expensive driver to insure (which is usually the teen driver) to the most expensive vehicle to insure. Whenever possible, assign the teen driver to the vehicle that's least expensive to insure.
However, such an arrangement has no exceptions and your young driver must always drive the vehicle that's assigned to him/her, even in case of an emergency. If the young driver is involved in an accident while driving an unassigned vehicle, penalties may be imposed and your premiums might increase.
- Good Grades Discount
Students that have higher grade point averages tend to be better and more responsible drivers. It is why insurance companies often give car insurance discounts to students that maintain at least "B" average in school.
- Increase Your Deductible
You can save between 10- 20% on your premium if you go from a $250 to a $500 or even a $1,000 deductible. You can use your savings to increase your liability insurance.
- Get an Umbrella Liability Policy
A personal umbrella policy provides you with an additional layer of liability protection. It typically kicks in once you reach the limit on the underlying liability coverage in your condo, renters, homeowners, or auto policy. For between $150 and $300 a year, it is possible to buy up to a $1 million umbrella liability policy.
- Is the Young Driver Going Away to College?
Once your young driver has gone away to school, you may be eligible for lower premiums, but only if he/she leaves the car behind. Insurance companies typically lower rates for students that attend school at least 100 miles away from home that doesn't have a vehicle on campus.
- Shop Around
Insurance companies in Michigan often differ in how they price their policies for young drivers. So, take the time to research prices so that you can find the best one for both you and your teen.
Final Thoughts
Auto insurance for new young drivers can be a rough terrain to navigate if you don't have the right information and advice. Fortunately, the information provided here is all the guidance that you need. Put it into action and you will definitely find the right insurance coverage for your young driver.
FREE Car Insurance Comparison
Compare quotes from the top car insurance companies and save!
Secured with SHA-256 Encryption


text:
Tuesday 07 April 2020
Click below to receive free email alerts on this project (eIFRS Basic required).
On 16 June 2011 the IASB issued IAS 19 Employee Benefits, which is effective from 1 January 2013. These amendments finalise proposals in the exposure draft Defined Benefit Plans, published in April 2010.
Defined benefit plans give rise to large and highly uncertain costs for many companies and estimating those costs can be extremely complex. Investors, analysts and others need relevant information about those items that is easy to understand and permits comparison between companies. The exposure draft proposes improvements in the following areas:
1. Immediate recognition of defined benefit cost
2. Presentation
3. Disclosure
22 September 2011 View the amendments made to IAS 19 Employee Benefits in June 2011 as a mark-up
27 June 2011 Listen to the webcast on improvements to the accounting for post-employment benefits
16 June 2011 Amendments to IAS 19 Employee Benefits issued - click here for more information.
Click here to see all previous project news on this project.
Click here to access all previous IASB updates on this project.
Click here to listen to the IASB meeting audio playbacks.
Discussions of this project have finished. This project is now complete.
Page last updated: 22 September 20
View the June 2011 IAS 19 Employee Benefits
Read the June 2011 project summary and feedback statement on IAS 19
Webcast on improvements to IAS 19, 27 June 2011:
- Morning Session
- Afternoon Session
Click here to listen to a podcast introducing IAS 19 Employee Benefits
View the amendments made to IAS 19 Employee Benefits in June 2011 as a mark-up
Manuel Kapsis
Assistant Technical Manager
email: firstname.lastname@example.com
© IFRS Foundation.


text:
My third article for The Conservation Project International is all about the common skate. Skates are elasmobranchs (the same class as sharks and rays). The common skate is very large at up to 2.85m, slow-growing and long-lived (three traits that often mean vulnerable to extinction). It used to be one of the most abundant skates in the world but it now critically endangered largely due to harmful fishing practices such as bottom trawling.
Month: October 2018
Review: Research Assistant for Latin American Sea Turtles
I spent ten weeks as a research assistant for Latin American Sea Turtles (LAST) on their Osa In-Water Project. This is one of very few projects that aims to study sea turtles in their foraging environment rather than on nesting beaches (which only make up 2% of the life cycle, and where you can only study adult females and hatchlings). I worked with hawksbill, green and Pacific green turtles. The project also has a mangrove reforestation element, and aims to work with and within the local community.
Continue reading "Review: Research Assistant for Latin American Sea Turtles"


text:
In Wisconsin, every year from mid–May to early July female turtles, such as this snapping turtle, leave their aquatic habitats for dry upland
nesting grounds to deposit their eggs. Many of these seasonal expeditions require treacherous passages over roads more than once.
April 2014
Wisconsin turtle populations at a crossing
How the public is helping them find a safe path to protection.
Karely Mendez
Turtles are ancient creatures, so ancient that they predate dinosaurs. They've survived the mass extinction of other species. They've been slowly trekking to and from their nesting sites for thousands of years without human help.
Until now.
Unfortunately, turtle populations today are declining. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), reports 75 percent of all turtle species in the world are threatened, endangered or critically endangered.
The main threat to turtles in Wisconsin is habitat fragmentation. In some areas, predators such as raccoons and skunks are the culprits when they raid turtle nests. Other threats include pollution, disease, and exploitation for use in global food markets and pet trades.
In Wisconsin, road mortality is a major cause of the decline in local turtle populations. Traffic on even lightly travelled roads causes significant road mortality of adult turtles.
To reverse the trend and assist turtles in making safe crossings, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources launched the Wisconsin Turtle Conservation Program. Key to the program's success are the volunteers who identify the deadliest roads for turtles and educate drivers to slow down and look out for turtles, especially from April to October when they are most active. Volunteers also have a large influence on local governments and road maintenance agencies, and getting them to install turtle road crossing signs and make road crossings safer for both humans and turtles, says Andrew Badje, a DNR conservation biologist.
From late May to early July, female turtles migrate to upland areas to nest. In too many instances, they have to cross roads to lay eggs in suitable habitat.
Volunteer assistance can be as easy as observing and reporting live turtle road crossings and road crossing mortalities, turtle nesting areas and local population occurrences. "This data can be used to determine ideal places to construct wildlife friendly underpasses, place turtle crossing signs to warn motorists, or they can be used to improve knowledge of species distribution and migration across Wisconsin," explains Badje.
Badje adds that reaching out to public and private road maintenance agencies, such as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation that fix and build roads is a good start to implement these measures.
"It can make a huge difference, but it is not going to be an overnight fix," says Badje.
Although there are other reasons in Wisconsin for the decline of turtle populations, such as loss of habitat and illegal pet trade, road mortality is something volunteers can help significantly reduce.
"It takes people who care to make this work. And there are a lot of people who care," says Badje.
The Wisconsin Turtle Conservation Program depends on citizens reporting where and when they see turtles and making sure that all their data is being submitted to the Department of Natural Resources. Citizen monitors can go online to record turtle crossing points (wiatri.net/inventory/WIturtles), or they can print out the online form (Road Crossing Mortality and Turtle Sighting Form) and mail it in with their recorded observations.
Badje says the goal is to identify all turtle nesting or crossing "hotspots" in the state, regardless of whether or not turtles are being killed there.
Badje also says that reporting — or even better, photographing — turtle crossing points or even just turtles in ponds is important.
"It's important because it gives the DNR extra knowledge on the whereabouts of rare and common species and the types of habitats they are using," explains Badje.
Wisconsin has 11 species of turtles and Badje explains that any kind of turtle should be reported because they are all important.
Of the 11 species of turtles in Wisconsin, one is endangered (ornate box turtle), one is threatened (wood turtle), and three are of special concern (Blanding's turtle, smooth softshell turtle and false map turtle).
And so, the age–old question, "Why did the turtle cross the road?" may finally be answered: because someone cared enough to make sure that they could safely make it to the other side.
If you want to be that someone, consider taking part in The Wisconsin Turtle Conservation Program.
An introduction to the endangered ornate box turtle
How do I identify an ornate box turtle
What do ornate box turtles eat?
Why are ornate box turtles listed as an endangered species?
What can I do to help ornate box turtles?
Karely Mendez is a student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and former editorial intern with Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine.


text:
Click here to bid on this painting.
I found the photo for this one on Paint my Photo and thought it would make a great painting subject.
My first attempt was not the best, so I scraped it off.
I'm learning to be less disappointed by these false starts as I know they are all part of the journey.


text: Straight from the 'Wild West' of the Netherlands, Joren Joshua (1990) serves his pertly and playful illustrations for the cool. In graphic balanced settings, lanky characters pass by to reflect on daily life, in a humorous way. Strongly influenced by graffiti and printing techniques, Joren tries to make his mark on commercial and personal projects, whatever the form or scale.