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The world is rapidly moving towards electrification in many sectors, and the innovations in agriculture are especially exciting. Electric vehicle (EV) tractors are heralding a transformative shift in farming, a promising move to environmental and economic sustainability. With mounting interest in the cost dynamics of these EV tractors, familiarity with the intricacies of their charging costs becomes pivotal for decision-making.
Understanding EV tractors, their economic implications, and how they fit into the broader canvas of electric power economics is essential for anyone interested in AgTech.
What Are EV Tractors?
Electric vehicle tractors, also commonly called battery-powered tractors, all-electric tractors, or 100% electric tractors, are farming machinery powered by electric motors rather than traditional diesel-powered engines. Electric tractors utilize a large battery, measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh), to store and dispense energy required for various agricultural tasks.
What Factors Are Fueling the Transition to EV Tractors?
The transition from diesel to EV tractors is driven by several factors:
- Environmental Concerns: With diesel-powered tractors releasing significant amounts of greenhouse gases (GHGs), EV tractors emerge as a cleaner and more sustainable alternative.
- Economic Efficiency: Given diesel's track record of price volatility against the comparatively stable rate of electricity, EV tractors often provide a more predictable and potentially less expensive operational cost.
- Energy Efficiency: When energy conversion is factored in, EV tractors lower environmental impact and emissions over the lifetime of the vehicle.
- Maintenance and Servicing: Electric tractors, like electric cars, have far fewer moving parts compared to their diesel counterparts
- Fuel Storage Costs: When dealing with a diesel-powered tractor, there are ancillary costs involved in purchasing the diesel, having it delivered, storing it, and staying compliant with safety regulations pertaining to storage. With battery tractors, these concerns are ameliorated.
- Performance: Many users have reported that EV tractors offer smoother operations, with instant torque that can be particularly advantageous in certain farming scenarios.
Electric Tractors & Renewable Energy
One of the intriguing facets of EV tractors is their compatibility with alternative energy sources, such as solar power and other renewables. Historically, on-farm power generation has rarely made sense economically, since electricity powers a tiny fraction of whole farm operations. This is because for most farms, almost all farming energy is derived from diesel, which powers everything from field equipment to irrigation pumps, cleaning equipment, farm vehicles, and more. Electrifying the tractor, as Monarch has done, shifts the entire energy equation. With EV tractors like the Monarch MK-V, farms now have a reason to invest in solar and clean energy. A fleet of electric tractors enables faster payback for renewables, opens up energy storage opportunities, and promotes energy independence for farmers.
When available, farmers can take advantage of tax credits and financial incentives. The Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy operated by the U.S. Department of Energy maintains a comprehensive resource of all the incentive programs related to alternative fuels and advanced vehicles, organized by state.
Charging an EV tractor is relatively straightforward. The time taken to reach a full charge depends on the capacity of the tractor's battery and the power rating of the charger. For instance, Monarch's MK-V battery can be fully charged in about six hours with an 80 amp charger.
EV tractors encapsulate the future of sustainable and economically efficient farming. With their rising adoption and associated benefits, it's evident that the agricultural sector is poised for a long overdue shift to integrate innovative electric technologies.
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an EV Tractor?
When understanding the costs associated with EV tractors, it's essential to consider the direct expenses of charging, as well as the broader financial implications over the tractor's lifespan.
The primary expense when charging an EV tractor is the cost of electricity. This depends on the tractor's battery capacity, usually measured in kWh, and the local electricity rates. For instance, if an EV tractor has a 100 kWh battery and the local cost of electricity is $0.12 per kWh, a full charge from zero would cost $12. The other side of the cost equation is how much money a farm saves. Results from a field trial utilizing an MK-V electric tractor at a high-density apple orchard showed an annual fuel savings of $7,828.58 by running one electric tractor instead of a diesel, assuming 1000 hours of operating time over the course of the year.
In addition to offering incentives for EV vehicles and equipment, many states offer various tax credits and financial incentives for purchasing EV chargers. When available, these incentives will reduce the average cost of charging over the lifetime of the electric tractor. When combined with solar, the cost of charging your tractor becomes even less, delivering significant savings to a farm.
What Is the Average Cost of Electricity for Charging?
The cost of electricity for charging largely depends on one's location, the time of day, and the energy source.
In the United States, electricity rates can vary significantly. While Hawaii, which is geographically isolated, trends as one of the highest rates in the nation, states like Washington, due to abundant hydroelectric power, often offer rates that are more affordable. Local utilities may also offer special EV charging rates, making it more economical for EV tractor owners. California is one such state with utilities that provide special rates. Some states, like Colorado, have adopted dynamic pricing. Here, electricity suppliers may charge different rates based on the time of day or season. It's not uncommon to see higher rates during summer due to increased demand. By charging during off-peak hours, farmers can benefit from reduced rates.
Alternative energy sources, like solar power or wind power, can also influence charging costs. Using their own renewable energy sources, farmers can sometimes even reach a net-zero energy cost where they produce as much energy as they consume. In the right scenario, it's feasible for a farm to produce more energy than it uses and be compensated for contributing energy to the grid.
What Other Factors Impact Charging Costs?
Beyond the electricity rate, other factors can impact the cost of charging an EV tractor. Just like an electric car, the health of an EV tractor's battery can affect charging. A degraded battery may not hold a full charge, potentially increasing the frequency and cost of charging sessions. Some utilities impose demand charges, which are additional fees based on the peak amount of electricity you draw at any given time. If you're charging multiple tractors simultaneously, these fees can spike your electricity demand and increase costs.
How Do EV Tractors vs. Diesel Tractors Compare?
The debate of EV tractors versus diesel tractors continues — which one will cost you more in the long run? What does maintenance entail? Is there a learning curve? These are some of the common points of uncertainty surrounding the world of EV tractors.
Here's a detailed breakdown of how these types of tractors compare:
Fueling Costs
Some research from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln points to the fact that diesel prices have been notoriously volatile. Conversely, the cost of electricity, especially with options like home charging or alternative energy sources like solar, presents a more stable and often less expensive alternative. While the upfront cost for an EV tractor might be higher than a diesel, diesel fuel costs are reduced to zero.
Reliable Power
In the debate between diesel tractors and EV tractors, another talking point is access to reliable power to charge an EV. With renewable energy, farms can become more independent — especially with the increase of electrification in agriculture. In fact, an EV tractor like the MK-V can improve a farm's access to power. The MK-V tractor serves as a portable power source, which can be especially valuable during harvest and wildfire season.
Emissions and Environmental Impact
Diesel engines emit greenhouse gases (GHGs) and other damaging pollutants. EV tractors, especially those charged from renewable sources, have a much lower carbon footprint and no toxic emissions. As more EV tractors are adopted, GHGs can be significantly reduced, helping mitigate climate change and aligning with a renewable farming ethos. Reducing diesel emissions not only helps the planet but creates a healthier work environment for tractor operators and lowers the amount of diesel exhaust particulates that accumulate on crops.
Servicing and Maintenance
Battery-powered tractors have fewer moving parts than diesel engines. This translates to less frequent servicing and maintenance — meaning tractors can spend more time in the field generating profit and less time in the shop. Older diesel tractors sometimes require expensive diesel particulate filter (DPF) replacements, which can exceed the vehicle's value. Such issues are non-existent in EV tractors.
Fuel Efficiency
EV tractors can directly transfer energy from the battery to the motor, whereas ICE tractors require a combustion process to occur. Research from the U.S. Department of Energy clarifies that EVs may convert over 77% of the energy from the grid to power at the wheels, whereas diesel-powered vehicles generally only convert between 11% to 30%. This direct energy transfer helps reduce energy waste, which in turn helps lower operating costs and carbon footprint.
Operational Efficiency
With fewer moving parts, the likelihood of breakdowns in EV tractors is minimized. Plus, with sophisticated onboard diagnostics for electric tractors like the MK-V, farmers can preemptively address issues, ensuring seamless operations. When assessing the efficiency of EV tractors against their diesel counterparts, they tend to outperform in drivability with quicker accelerations and more responsive handling. The tractor's full torque in an electric tractor is immediately available. Although diesels have more powerful engines, sub-100 hp electric tractors are proving to be up to the job required of them.
The Future of Farming
Farm electrification and EV tractors are the gateway to the future, giving farms access to much-needed, increased profitability, productivity, and efficiency. Monarch's MK-V tractor takes EV tractors to a new level by combining electrification, driver-optional capabilities, and connectivity. These technologies work together giving farms better insights for data-driven decision making as well as a labor force multiplier in an industry suffering from a chronic labor shortage. Because it works with today's common farming implements and those of the future, the MK-V serves as a bridge between conventional practices and the farms of the future.
Farmers have always prided themselves on self-reliance. However, dependency on diesel and petroleum-based agrochemicals have made modern farmers rely on external inputs more than ever. Transporting, storing, and using diesel along with pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers take a toll on farm profits. As mentioned, EV Tractors give farmers access to more affordable and reliable power. Taking it one step further with an autonomous EV tractor, a farmer is no longer burdened with the diesel and labor expenses associated with mowing and can reduce or eliminate herbicides. With herbicides out of the equation, the soil can restore itself with more organic matter and eventually, the need for fertilizers may also be reduced.
What Economic Trends and Developments Could Impact the Economics of EV Tractors?
With growing healthcare costs and environmental concerns, regulatory bodies might impose stricter standards on conventional tractors, making it increasingly important for farmers to thoroughly ensure compliance. As the world pivots towards sustainability, the demand for EVs, including tractors, will likely soar. This might result in slower depreciation rates and higher resale values for EV tractors. Other economic trends and developments to consider include:
1. Potential Regulation
Today, farmers are responsible for staying compliant with a plethora of regulations, both at the state and federal levels. OSHA compliance, for instance, has strict guidelines pertaining to herbicide storage and use. For farmers hoping to obtain organic certification, regulations are twofold. Organic certifications also restrict the use of certain herbicides, meaning farmers need to find alternative, cost-efficient ways to mow and limit weeds.
2. Widespread Adoption of the Technology
Many farmers are looking for a simple, streamlined solution, and there's a common misconception that a high-tech tractor will require high-tech engineers to understand it. Farmers are also concerned that an EV tractor won't be powerful enough to pull an implement and be effective for farm operations, however they are discovering that electric tractors perform well.
3. Cost-Reducing Innovations in Charging and Functionality
As more farmers adopt EV tractors, the demand will drive innovation for even greater cost-saving technologies. For instance, the MK-V tractor features a dairy feed push blade model that works to push feed autonomously — allowing cows to eat more feed, thus produce more milk and generate more profits for the dairy. From fast charging to battery advancements, innovations are consistently driving down the costs of an all-electric tractor operation.
Looking Ahead
The trajectory of EV tractors is evident. With the dual advantage of economic and environmental benefits, EV tractors are redefining agriculture. Farmers with high adoption rates of new technologies are already using electric power economics to their advantage. As the sector evolves, so will the infrastructure, making EV tractors not just a viable choice but the preferred one.
"Fuel Prices and Cost of Production | Agricultural Economics." https://agecon.unl.edu/cornhusker-economics/2015/fuel-prices-and-cost-of-production
"All Electric Vehicles." U.S. Department of Energy. https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/evtech.shtml#:~:text=EVs%20have%20several%20advantages%20over,to%20power%20at%20the%20wheels.


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Ice by Louis Nowra
'Ice is everywhere,' observes the narrator of Ice, Louis Nowra's fifth novel, before succumbing to a bad case of the Molly Blooms and giving us a few pages of punctuation-free interior monologue. No wonder he's so worked up: ice, in Ice, really is everywhere. It is subject, motif, organising principle, and all-purpose metaphor; it is death, life, stasis, progress; it is seven types of ambiguity and then some. For variety's sake, Nowra occasionally wheels out a non-frozen alternative – taxidermy, waxworks – but the design is clear: these are merely different nuclei around which the same cluster of metaphors gather.
Structuring a novel around one all-encompassing conceit is risky. A carefully spun web of affinities might intrigue at first, but how easily it can degenerate into laboured contrivance. Thematic resonance, striven for so keenly, is drowned in a puddle of nebulous 'meaning'; the conceit comes to mean everything, therefore it means nothing.
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Did you know that one fourth of all the bones in your body belong to your feet? In fact, there are 26 bones in each human foot. The toes account for 14 of these bones. In addition to this, hundreds of muscles and tendons wrap around these bones to create the foot as we know it.
If you have ever stubbed your toe, you know exactly how painful even a minor bang can be. For professionals and hobbyists who consistently work with heavy objects or questionable terrain, it makes sense to invest in protective footwear.
The Red Wing Shoe Company started selling steel toe boots in 1930 for exactly this reason. Since then, hundreds of other shoe companies have taken a stab at producing their own versions. Currently, Nike does not make Steel Toe Boots. Yet Nike does make several protective boots, referred to as tactical boot. If you want to learn more about these protective boots and shoes available from Nike, keep reading.
Are there Jordan Steel Toe shoes?
You won't find any Jordan steel toe shoes on the market that are OEM. There is a chance you could get a pair of custom steel toe Jordans but they likely would not be certified by OSHA. Nike does not make any steel toe shoes, boots or composite protective footwear.
Nike Tactical Boots
With spokespersons like Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and Mia Hamm representing their shoes, there is no doubt that Nike produces some of the most internationally recognized athletic shoes. However, those are not the only types of shoes Nike makes.
Tactical boots have reinforced toes that help to protect your feet from injury. While this reinforcement is not as strong as steel, many users find them comfortable, durable, and worth the investment. Let us take a look at some of Nike's tactical boots currently on the market.
1. Nike Air Max Goadome Boot
The Nike Air Max Goadome Boot is fully waterproof, making it great for any type of weather condition. Made from leather and rubber, this boot keeps moisture out and your feet well protected. Nike's Air-Sole cushioning helps to make these one of the brand's most comfortable boots. The Nike Air Max Goadome boot also features lugged tread, which increases its durability and traction.
- The Air-Sole cushioning help make this boot ideal for those who are on their feet all day.
- As a waterproof boot, the Nike Air Max Goadome is ideal for all kinds of environments, including wet and humid areas.
- The rubber sole is bonded to the leather; some customers have claimed this bonding comes apart sooner than anticipated after continuous wear.
2. Nike SF Air Force 1 High Boot
Military-inspired, the Nike SF Air Force 1 High Boot offer durability without sacrificing mobility and style. In fact, the included rope laces, lace loops and metal lace locks allow for total personalization. They also provide a dynamic closure system that keeps your foot securely in your shoe no matter how you decide to lace them. Premium leather overlays help increase the boot's durability and protective layers.
- The dynamic lace system means you can customize your boot's look without sacrificing stability.
- Pivot points integrated throughout the boot mean they remain flexible despite their rugged durability.
- As with the Air Max Goadome boots, users have complained about poor bonding between the rubber sole and the boot itself.
3. Nike SFB Gen 2 Boot
Nike designed this boot with speed and flexibility in mind. The SFB Gen 2 is a lightweight tactical boot for rough terrain. It features Nike's patented aggressive tread pattern to ensure the best traction on any surface. An added internal rock shield helps to prevent the boot from being punctured and keeps your toes a bit safer. An added reinforced heel strike zone and rubber outsole increase your traction and provide even more protection for your whole foot.
- The water resistant Gore-Tex lining keeps your feet dry in most conditions.
- These boots are lightweight but offer serious protection.
- The Nike SFB Gen 2 is DA PAM 670-1 compliant, which means our brothers and sisters in the United States Army are permitted to wear these boots while in uniform.
- With an 8-inch collar height, these boots wrap snuggly around your ankle and calf to ensure they protect more than just your toes.
- Some owners have complained that these run narrow, even when purchasing the "wide" versions.
Steel Toe & Composite Boots
If you still want to invest in a true steel toe or composite boot, there are plenty of options out there. Below are some of our favorites!
1. Timberland Pro Titan Safety Toe
A true steel toe work boot, the Timberland Pro Titan Safety Toe meets ASTM F2412-11, ASTM F2413-11 and ASTM F2892-11 standards. With its waterproof membrane, this boot helps protect you from blood-borne pathogens. It is also surprising lightweight for a steel toe boot. The heat-resistant, durable rubber sole helps ensure you never slip. The ergonomically designed interior components keep you comfortable all day long. Best yet, the Timberland Pro Titan Safety Toe Boot comes in both men's and women's model so you can keep your toes safe no matter who you are.
- Waterproof leather keeps you dry regardless of where you are and helps to control odors.
- The Timberland Pro Titan Safety Toe Boot meets ASTM F2412-11, ASTM F2413-11 and ASTM F2892-11 standards.
- Some users have complained about the lining thread wearing thin when wore continuously.
2. Thorogood American Heritage Classic Safety Toe Boot
The Thorogood American Heritage Classic Safety Toe is considered a "top of the line" boot. Made of 100% leather, this boot is designed with both protection and comfort in mind. The removable Ultimate Shock Absorption Footbed cradles your foot with every step while the durable steel toe construction protects you from drops, falls, and dangerous objects.
- The overall construction offers style, durability, and quality artisanship.
- The Thorogood American Heritage Classic Safety Toe Boot is extremely comfortable according to the majority of wearers.
- Slip-resistant, electrical hazard resistant, and lightweight – these boots are ideal for any working or hobbyist environment.
- The Thorogood American Heritage Classic Safety Toe Boot is not waterproof. (Coating the boot in beeswax, however, can help protect it from all the elements.)
- Unlike almost every other boot on this list, this model is only available in one color.
3. Carhartt Rugged Flex Waterproof Work Boot
Carhartt's Rugged Flex Waterproof Work Boot does not have a steel toe. But it is a composite toe, which is an acceptable industry standard. Lighter in weight than a steel toe, these boot offer durability and are considered a suitable substitute. Entirely waterproof, this boot includes a padded tongue and collar as well as a dual-density OrthoLite insole to ensure comfort from top to bottom.
- With a fully padded interior, the Carhartt Rugged Flex Waterproof Work Boot is extremely comfortable.
- The composite toe makes this boot much lighter than anticipated.
- Completely waterproof, you can rest assured your feet stay dry and comfortable in any environment.
- A composite toe is less sturdy than a true steel toe.
Protect Your Feet without Sacrificing Comfort
Nike may not make steel toe boots, but they certainly make several models used by industry, military, and hobbyists around the world. These boots are known for their tactical durability, as well as their stylist appearances. However, if you are looking for a true steel toe or composite toe boot – there are plenty of trusted brands producing them. We named a few, but there are certainly more. This includes boots from name brands such as Sketchers, Caterpillar, Dr. Martens, and Dickies.
At the end of the day, it is all about your personal preferences. Comfort, durability, protection and style are all important features. If you are looking for a comfortable boot that offers mobility and style, the Nike SF Air Force 1 High Boot may be a winner. However, if you need a true steel toe boot that will keep you protected from bacteria and meets all the standards, the Timberland Pro Titan Safety Toe Boot is an ideal selection.


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On 25 November, a unique web platform "Ukrainian manuscripts" was presented by Julia Matiash on Press conference in Ukrinform. We developed it for supporting a project called "Returning the Cultural Heritage to Ukraine". On this platform you can study and download facsimile manuscript copies, created during the time of Kievan Rus'
What we were aimed at taking up digitizing of cultural heritage of Ukraine? First, we wanted to present the project itself, secondly, to present facsimile publications, thirdly, to develop the necessary functionality for the register of manuscripts, as well as to integrate the website with payment services. Last-mentioned allows raising quickly funds for returning of ancient manuscripts.
Especially for the "Ukrainian manuscripts" we developed the identity of the web project, took a photo shooting, shot a series of promotional videos about facsimile publications. Also we developed a three-language website that maintains user authorization, publication of scientific comments and allows filling the registry by scientists. In addition we created and connected social media pages.
The "Ukrainian manuscripts" is our great pride. In this way Jam contributes to the revival of the deep national culture and identity of Ukraine.
The main mission of the project is the "returning" of the national manuscript heritage to Ukraine. It is about ancient manuscripts created in Kiev in the medieval times of Ukraine-Rus'. These are real masterpieces of medieval literature, which are carefully guard by countries and exhibited only in the showcases of world treasures. It is not possible to get back the originals to Ukraine. Therefore, the creators of "Returning the Cultural Heritage to Ukraine" are working hard to create facsimile copies of these books. And we are happy about them and proud of them.


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This month's 'featured clinician' is Jo Irvin. Jo is a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP. Jo has many years' experience of working with a range of issues, including stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, bereavement, OCD and much more. Jo also teaches our Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
Read more about Jo below…
What inspired you to become a therapist?
I worked for many years as a HR Manager and I found myself helping staff more and more with personal problems, which quite often included struggles with their mental health. I decided to take some basic counselling training to improve my ability to help. I loved it so much that I couldn't stop. I progressed on to degree level training, and the rest is history as they say!
What do you love most about your work?
All the wonderful people I meet every day and seeing them realise their own worth and potential. It's magic!
Who is your biggest role model and why?
My mum. She is one of the strongest people I know and she never gives up, despite experiencing some times of great sadness in her life. She is in her seventies now, still very independent and is an inspiration to me every day.
What do you do to unwind in your spare time?
I usually spend time with family. Nothing special, just relaxing. Maybe a walk on the beach which is about ten minutes from my house. I love to be close to the sea.
If you could trade places with someone for a week, who would it be and why?
Probably the Chief Executive of Waterstones! I could have constant free access to as many books as I could read. I think I may be developing an obsession with books. I love the smell and feel of a book (weird I know!). I can't stop buying them.
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I'm a professionally trained experienced Psychic/Medium/Healer/Intuitive Teacher and Divine Channel for Spirit.
Reading by me will give you straightforward facts you need regarding relationships, love, career, and your own inner, private inquiry. I'm very direct in my approach.
I utilize my spiritual and healing abilities in such a way that helps people find their inner, authentic voice and feel empowered just by being themselves. I gently guide others to help overcome any emotional, psychological or spiritual obstacle that stands in their way of shining bright in the world.
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Like many, I grew up in an environment that could not support my gift so this led to a path of self-reliance, in particular within spirituality. This gift of self-reliance helped me to listen to my own inner guidance and connect with my higher self and the light that we all share.
At the age of 21, I heard a strong calling to the light, not knowing exactly what it meant, just that it was so irresistibly strong that I opened up to this new world of possibilities. I met my guide Dr. Mitchell Gibson that helped me clearly see the gifts I was carrying within myself.
Since then, I've spent years gaining knowledge of the other side, spirit, God, whatever you wish to call it. With time I was able to discover that many hidden inner worlds are inhabited by transpersonal forces that the traditional peoples call spirits.


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We provide support for advancing technologies and innovations, and hope to contribute to your future developments. We believe that in order to ensure that devices operate to their full potential and in optimal environment, highly skilled device maintenance service is essential. As professionals well versed in the maintenance field, we make our best effort to respond to your every need and to find ways to continue improving our service.
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text: Marines teach martial arts to Maldivians 22 Dec 2007 | Cpl. Scott M. Biscuiti 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit PRINT SHARE REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS KADHOO, LAAMU ATOLL, Maldives -- Six Marine Corps Martial Arts Program instructors and one instructor trainer from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) recently trained soldiers from the 20th Special Task Force, Maldives National Defence Force, here. The MNDF soldiers from the island nation got a rare opportunity to build their martial arts skills and warrior ethos by learning from Marine martial arts instructors Dec. 15-22. Sgt. Gustavo Terrazas, a MCMAP instructor trainer and Santa Ana, Calif. native, was tasked with tailoring an intensive martial arts course for 60 MNDF soldiers. "I had to design a training schedule that would give them the most tools in the least amount of time," he said. Terrazas said he started with a tan belt base and added selected gray and green belt techniques throughout. To train their mental discipline, Terrazas taught MNDF instructors how to build a soldier's warrior ethos. "One thing that makes MCMAP successful is the three disciplines it contains," Terrazas said. "They are mental, character and physical discipline, also called the MCMAP synergy. The only way to build a complete warrior is to practice all three disciplines." In addition to basic throws, punches and kicks, the students were introduced to boxing, pugil sticks and a cohesion room, an intense circuit training course that focuses on team work and unit cohesion. "It was a new experience fighting the way (Marines) do," said Sgt. Yoosuf Rasheed, a 20th STF instructor who attended the course. "The intensity of the fighting adds a different dimension to the training. The students said they found the fights realistic and gained confidence in themselves." The Marine instructors also threw some drills at the soldiers to challenge their abilities and push their mental and physical limits. One such drill was the cohesion room. "The purpose of the cohesion room was to build unity within a squad and for the soldiers to be able to fight in a combat engagement when completely fatigued," Terrazas said. Working as a team, each individual squad had to complete a certain amount of time in the room before they could leave. If one member did not complete a specific exercise, more time was added. "The cohesion room was a great experience and really built our mental strength," Rasheed said. "The room worked and we really came together to do our best." Terrazas said he received positive feedback from the instructors at the conclusion of the training and that he is confident that they gained valuable knowledge for future MNDF soldiers. "I know this training is going to help them," Terrazas said. "All the NCO's I've talked to already have plans to implement things we have taught them into their training." **For more information about the 11th MEU (SOC) visit their website athttp://www.usmc.mil/11thmeu. ***For high resolution images contact Staff Sgt. Sergio Jimenez firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Cleveland City Flags
The Cleveland city flag was designed in 1895 by Ms. Susan Hepburn, a Cleveland high school student. Ms. Hepburn's classic design beautifully captures the ideals and prosperity of the city that would come to be the "Rock and Roll Capital of the World." The Cleveland flag features a tricolor banner of red, white and blue. The center white stripe displays an American Shield with the word "Cleveland" across its center and the year 1796 at its base. 1796 is the year Gen. Moses Cleveland founded and named the city. The lower section of the shield is in red, the upper section blue. In the upper left corner of the shield are an anvil, hammer and wheel. The upper right corner bears an anchor, windlass and oars. All of the images symbolize Cleveland as a city of great industry and respect its deep maritime interests. Cleveland is a major port on the Great Lakes.
The Cleveland city motto, Progress and Prosperity" denotes the economic boom period Cleveland experience in the early parts of the 20th century. For more information about Cleveland City flags see the description tab below.
Our Cleveland City Flags are the best all-around flags available. Cleveland flags are constructed with durable yet lightweight nylon, bright colors and exquisite artistry. Carrot-Top's Cleveland flags dry quickly and wave beautifully in the slightest breeze and are available in five sizes ranging from 2'x3' to 6'x10'. Carrot Top offers an assortment of products to complement your Cleveland flag. Show your support for the city's Cleveland Browns with one of our NFL team flags or choose to honor your favorite college team with our NCAA college sports flags. Carrot Top also features Ohio State flags and American flags.
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March 18, 2018
The Tri-City Herald has an article on the Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site. This article led to an overwhelming number of requests for Public Tours of the site. Unfortunately, not all requests could be filled. Interested parties are encouraged to check back again after the first of next year for 2019 Public Tour dates and registration.
Story: http://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/article205777114.html
September 02, 2017
The Tri-City Herald has an article on the Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site.
Story: http://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/article171047397.html
August 20, 2016
KNDO/KNDU TV has a story and video on their website today about extracting one of the mammoth humerus bones at the CCMS dig site. Check them out!
Story: No longer on KNDO/KNDU TV website.
Video: http://www.nbcrightnow.com/category/189473/video-center?clipId=12676518&autostart=true
Note: The link will take you outside the CCMS website. Any problems with the video playback should be referred to KNDO/KNDU TV.
May 12, 2012
David Lanigan from popular local Celtic band Skweez The Weezle visited the site today and presented mammoth researchers Gary Kleinknecht, George Last, and Bax Barton with a framed print "Napoleon in His Prime" by artist Carl Dennis Buell. The print of a bull Columbian mammoth now hangs in the Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site Dig House.
left to right: Gary Kleinknecht, George Last, Bax Barton, David Lanigan
April 2012
The MCBONES Research Center Foundation has received a $10,000 grant from Battelle Memorial Institute for enhancing the Research Center's laboratory capabilities - equipment, materials and analyses, primarily at the Coyote Canyon Mammoth SIte.


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NYC nurse who beat COVID-19 attacked, robbed heading to work at Bellevue Hospital: Police
04/17/2020 8:16 am PDT
via WPIX:
NEW YORK CITY (WPIX) -- A nurse from Queens who recently beat coronavirus was assaulted and robbed by a group of youths as she headed into work at a Manhattan hospital Wednesday, police confirmed.
According to officials, the nurse had just gotten out of the No. 6 train station around 10:30 p.m. when the large group of young people ran up on her and assaulted her, causing her to fall to the ground.
Martha Toscano, 60, told the New York Post, "I thought they were going to kill me."
Toscano said the attackers hit her on the head and in the face and stole her purse.
According to the nurse and police, the group ran off with the purse when three men driving by yelled for them to stop upon witnessing the attack in progress.
The men stopped and helped the woman to her feet and even attempted to chase the violent thieves down.
While they were unable to catch them, police said three of the alleged attackers were arrested Thursday, including a 19-year-old Deshaun Harrison and two teen girls just 14 and 15 years old.
Harrison is being charged with second-degree robbery, the NYPD confirmed.
MORE: NYC nurse who beat COVID-19 attacked, robbed heading to work at Bellevue Hospital: police - WPIX


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1. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence? Thomas Jefferson. 2. When was Thomas Jefferson born? April 13, 1743. 3. When did Thomas Jefferson die? He died on July 4, 1826, on the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. 4. What university did Thomas Jefferson start? The University of Virginia. 5. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803? The Louisiana Territory. Back >>
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- May 21, 2021
- Posted by: CFA Society India
- Category:BLOG, Events
Speaker: Mr. Chris Mayer, Portfolio Manager & Co-Founder, Woodlock House Family Capital
Moderator: Prof. Sanjay Bakshi, Managing Partner, ValueQuest Capital LLP
Contributed By: Kapil Mehra, CFA, Volunteer, CFA Society India
Speaker: Mr. Chris Mayer, Portfolio Manager & Co-Founder, Woodlock House Family Capital
Moderator: Prof. Sanjay Bakshi, Managing Partner, ValueQuest Capital LLP
Contributed By: Kapil Mehra, CFA, Volunteer, CFA Society India
Chris is a prolific writer and has written four books, 'Invest like a Deal Maker', 'World Right Side up: Investing Across six continents', '100 Baggers: Stocks That Return 100 to 1 and How to find them' and 'How do you know'. The conversation was in a Q&A format and started with his latest book "How do you know".
Q: Please explain this concept of Labels as mentioned in your book.
Ans: Investing and life is full of tricks and illusions and stories that are crafted to create stories in our heads. As a result, labels like Value & Growth get formed in our minds. It's difficult to make people drop these labels these help them look at the work in a big picture way. Value is not necessarily a subjective concept and is inherently in the minds of the people doing the valuation. Instead of thinking on such broad-based lines like something is good for the economy it's better to think as something is good for a specific industry or a company. So, one should try to break the labels into smaller quantities and assess their impact giving them creative insights.
Q: In the book you introduced a concept that 'Our World Changes Continuously and Nothing Remains the Same'. Please explain this concept a bit more.
Ans: No episode of life plays the same way every time. For example, the crash in March-2020 was quite different something unlike what we had previously. Had you put the past pattern of crashes in comparison, then you would have believed that it will take a long while to recover. However, it received sharply within a few months and one of the fastest recoveries of a bear market ever for S&P 500 which is on record. Every event we live is different from what we have lived before.
Q: While most events tend to be different but at a larger scale the events tend to repeat. Please advise best way to reconcile these events in our minds.
Ans: There are all kinds of patterns and pattern recognition is very important. As per my experience, owner invested businesses do better than CEO run businesses (who do not hold any stock in the company) as owners tend to have significant skin in the game. So, that's a good historical pattern that I like yet at the same time I do not want to get too lazy about it and generalize the concept as there are many bad owner operated businesses as well. At times the owners paying lot of stock tend to manipulate the minority shareholder. I have heard many say that this company is the next Berkshire Hathaway but it rarely plays out that way.
Q: Please explain The Date Trick that you used in the book which helps you remember that it's not the same this time.
Ans: It is a very simple idea which comes from the famous philosopher of the 1920s, Alfred Kigipsky. He says that whatever idea you have just date it. For example, you might feel that Berkshire Hathaway is a great company. So just date this in on paper. If later, you feel that you no more feel the same way then you are free to change your thought and say that you no more feel that way. This way your mind understands that what you felt in the past could be different this time.
Q: There were certain business groups that I avoided during my early investing career thinking that they were not doing things in the interest of the minority shareholder. But along the way the father handed over the business to the son who was professionally educated, and he changed the course of business totally. I still didn't invest into that business due to my age-old impression of the company, but things changed. Does it help to have a clean memory on the things and start afresh?
Ans: Things change with time and we should be prepared to accept the changes. For example, Warren Buffett made excellent returns in rail-roads business and this industry was once seen as a bad investment choice. So, with time the changes if figured out correctly can be beneficial. Similarly, family-owned businesses do well in the US but in Asia they are known for misery to minority shareholders.
Q: In India we have examples of outstanding performances by hired hands with the right incentives who have created enormous wealth for the investors.
Ans: Yes, it's very much possible. Specially in India the hired hands have performed very well. With the right incentive though tough to get can be a good way to manage the companies. For example, it's Tim Cook at Apple not Steve Jobs yet enormous value creation has happened under him.
Q: Going back to 2015, when you wrote the Book 100 Baggers. What has changed for you since then?
Ans: Yes, I have changed a lot. There are a couple of things like change in emphasis. I think I will emphasize more on the idea that we should focus on businesses which generate higher return on capital. Also, very important that they are able to reinvest these returns in the same business over and over again so that they are able to make super high returns and this thing compounds over and over again and makes super high return. So, fallback of this model is that dividends should be lesser for these companies so that they are able to compound the capital at a higher rate.
Q: Coming to ROCE (Return on Capital Employed), how should we treat the intangible capital of businesses like pricing power, patents etc. which modern accounting ignores which will make the capital base quite high.
Ans: Yes that can be a huge capital base. For instance, Ferrari's Brand Equity will be very high but for calculating the accounting ratios of return on capital I will avoid that since it can get too philosophical.
Q: Money in the business (Return on Invested Capital) is not same as money in the company. Lot of times businesses sit on excess cash which pulls down the ROCE of these businesses. Which return metric should we look before investing?
Ans: I think you should look at both. Important to understand what cash is getting invested into the company and returns generated on that and also important to know how much cash the company is unable to wisely deploy which is affecting their ROCE. Companies need to be good capital allocators as well. So best is to look at both metrics.
Q: Sometimes the cash deployment can be low because of factors like cyclical industries or having more cash on the balance sheet makes you more stable. So, how do you justify that?
Ans: Yes, I will be happy to look at companies that are not the top ROCE players but will hold in my portfolio due to stability, safety and lesser debt. Pandemic has taught us this.
Q: Businesses can manipulate ROCE by reducing the capital base through things like taking lower capital, just in time techniques, lower working capital, paying later to vendors etc. which makes it look good until one day it all collapses. So, how do you distinguish higher ROCE to higher stability.
Ans: Yes, you are right that being too narrowly focused on a higher ROCE company and ignoring other factors like stability, management, debt can be a risky bet. At times, people manipulate the numbers to earn incentives. So, it's more of a personal style of investment. As I follow a conservative approach so for me the people running the business are more important than the numbers.
Q: Is it right to say that the spread between ROCE & Cost of Capital is important and the amount of money that you can throw at that spread i.e., by way of compounding that will further boost the ROCE and make the spread more attractive.
Ans: Yes, that's important and the other most important thing to note is that how sustainable that spread is.
Q: Coming to your book 100 Baggers, while its simple that you find high ROCE business like 25% and let it compound for 25 years so you get a 100 bagger but in practice the real-life deterrents don't allow us to do so like high valuations, pandemics, markets about to correct, company related issues etc. So, how you manage this?
Ans: Even the best performing stocks like Berkshire Hathaway, American Express have had tremendous drawdowns & challenges so the strategy should be to just stick to them for a long period of time. This is most challenging part where you need to hold a stock which is 80% down in your portfolio. Financial industry works on changing the stance, but we need to stay put with the good investments which is very critical to make 100x returns.
Q: How do you evaluate managers on capital allocation skills?
Ans: It's easier to invest in companies with capital investment opportunities as the compounding works and we are sure of the returns. However, capital allocation part is tough as it involves buybacks, acquisitions, dividend treatment. So, a great capital allocator will do the buy back at the right time not always. For example, one of the company's I own did an excellent buyback for USD 100 million and stock performed well. Capital allocation skills are not common, and mistakes do happen.
Q: Given the popularity of passive investing where do you think we are headed? With average life span of companies only 20 years so the index gets loaded with the momentum names. Is indexing a bubble?
Ans: I do not think that indexing is a bubble. Getting entry in the index helps and things can look upwards but there has to be a point of equilibrium till things pick up. I have always picked stocks basis their long-term potential irrespective of their position in the index. Indices get flow of funds so at times it can be very tough to beat the indices.
Q: There are these 3 buckets in business called Business Bucket, Management Bucket, Valuation Bucket. While Business & Management can be objective to assess but Valuations can be very subjective and based on dreams, hopes and stories. How do you manage the Valuation part.
Ans: I usually buy businesses that are more mature and have a track record of returns and earnings. I focus more on free cash flows before the discretionary spends and get an idea what you are paying for. You can't pick all the winners, so you need to pick an area you are good at and stay with it. It's ok to miss opportunities around. Mistakes of omission of a 100 bagger are always there but you need to be comfortable with that. Even Warren Buffett missed Google and Amazon!


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Russian Direct Investment Fund and Turkey Wealth Fund agreed to create a €900 million ($1 billion) investment fund focused on investments on technology, health care and infrastructure, Russia's sovereign wealth fund said on its website.
The Russia-Turkey Investment Fund will initially invest €200 million in joint projects and follows an agreement signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan,
"Today the health-care, infrastructure and technology sectors are some of the most attractive for investment and development of our domestic economies. Once implemented, the projects will significantly improve living standards and will substantially increase the volume and efficiency of business engagement between our countries," Kirill Dmitriev, CEO of the $10 billion Russian Direct Investment Fund, said in a news release.
Zafer Sonmez, managing director and member of the board of Turkey Wealth Fund, said in the release, "This is an important milestone for Turkey Wealth Fund, and we believe initiating investments through Russian Direct Investment Fund in focused sectors will cement the relationship of both sovereign investment funds and further strengthen the relationship between Turkey and Russia."
Turkey Wealth Fund has $40 billion in assets, according to Sovereign Wealth Institute.


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The objective of this activity was the elaboration of decision-making bases for the improvement and development of the waterside infrastructure under the responsibility of viadonau (public berths, viadonau owned properties, other hydraulic structures, etc.). In the course of the activity baseline information was gathered, analysed and a variety of maps, individual thematic studies as well as summarising development concepts were prepared.
- For example, the structural condition of the bollards and mooring arrangements on the public berths along the Austrian Danube was assessed. For that purpose, tensile tests were conducted which revealed deficiencies at several berths. The restoration of these public berths is part of an individual infrastructure project.
- In order to increase transparency concerning the public berths along the Austrian Danube sector that are available for usual, operational purposes of cargo and passenger vessels (e.g. resting periods, staff changes, shore leaves), a corresponding register of berths was compiled in German and English language and published on the viadonau website. The list contains information such as the location and lenght of the berth, specific regulations or the maximum mooring times. The list is updated at least quarterly.
- A detailed survey of the berths (and their surrounding areas) in Linz and Vienna was conducted. Information was gathered regarding the constructive design of the respective berths (inclined or vertical bank construction), their integration into the public transport network or their proximity to shopping facilities, etc. This information was complemented by photographs.
In Vienna, an additional usage and utilisation analysis of the 10 (meanwhile 11) berths for cargo and passenger vessels was made. This involved the monitoring of the occupancy rate and duration of use over a period of two years (2014-2016). The analysis revealed a more extensive use of the berths in the central area of Vienna compared to the ones in peripheral locations. The decisive factors in the choice of a berth are the proximity to the city centre and the public transport network as well as the constructive design of the berth. A vertical river bank construction is usually preferred over an inclined construction. The analysis of the berth occupancy rate in Vienna also revealed a medium-term need for additional berths.
The activity made a substantial contribution to the implementation of measure 07. Increase the quality of berthing places and towpaths along the riverbanks of the Action Programme for the Danube 2022.


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Hospital Flower Delivery
Kara's Rose Garden
Hospital Flower Delivery
You can send flowers from . Kara's Rose Garden . to any hospital or care facility listed below. Please refer to this list for the names, addresses and phone numbers.
Hospital Flower Delivery
Tilbury, ON | |
Tilbury Manor Nursing Home Po Box 160 Tilbury, ON. N0P 2L0 | (519) 682-0243 |
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Meadows Manor 21205 Pier Rd Wheatley, ON. N0P 2P0 | (519) 825-4694 |
Don't just wish someone a speedy recovery; encourage it with flowers from Kara's Rose Garden delivered to the hospital. Flowers delivered to the hospital will create an atmosphere of beauty and tranquility for the patient.
It is easy to send flowers to the hospital by calling Kara's Rose Garden. Just follow a few hospital flower delivery guidelines.
- Know the patient's full name.
- Know the room number.
- Find out if they are allowed to receive flowers at the hospital.
- Know the name and location of the hospital
To help you find a Tilbury, ON hospital or care facility, Kara's Rose Garden lists all the hospitals they deliver flowers to.


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Identify and Apply Security Controls in Development Environments
Organizations must be able to take multiple levels of risk mitigation to protect the code, as well as the applications. In this section of this tutorial, we'll take a look at security controls in development to help you understand the different aspects of security controls in development.
Development environments are the collection of systems and tools used to develop and test software and systems prior to their release to production.
Particular care is required in securing development environments, to ensure that security vulnerabilities and back doors are not introduced into the software that is created there. These safeguards also protect source code from being stolen by adversaries.
Security of the Software Environments
To ensure the security of the software programs produced by developers and development teams, the software development environment itself must be protected.
Controls to be considered include
- Separate systems for development, testing, quality assurance, and user acceptance testing: These activities should take place in separate environments, so that various activities will not interfere with each other. Sometimes it is necessary to impose restrictions on developers, experimenters and users to access these environments.
- Don't use live production data in development, test, or quality assurance environments: In many applications, production instances contain sensitive data such as sensitive or personal information. It is better to use unrealistic data to eliminate the risk of disclosure of personal information as well as sensitive information.
- Isolate from the Internet: Development systems aren't used for web access or e-mail.
- Event logging: Logging of events at both the OS level and development level, is used to troubleshoot problems. They also give auditors a running history of developer actions.
- Source code version control: All changes to source code need to be managed through a modern source code management system that has check-out, check-in, rollback, locking, access control, and logging functions. These systems are also used to restrict access to highly sensitive code, so that it is accessible by as few developers as feasible.
- Remove administrative privileges: The user account used for coding and testing should not be a local or domain administrator.
- Use standard development tools: All developers on the same team or project should be using the same IDE or whatever coding, testing, and compiling tools they use.
- Use only company-owned systems: Developers should not be developing on personal devices. They should be using only company-acquired and -supported systems, to ensure that these systems are fully protected from malware and tampering.
Configuration Management
Configuration management is usually confused with change management, while they are different. Configuration management captures actual changes to software code, end-user documentation, operations documentation, developer tools and settings, program build tools and settings, disaster recovery planning documentation, and other details of the change.
A centralized code repository helps in managing changes and tracking when and where revisions to the code have been done. This repository can also track versions of an application so that application can easily roll back to a previous version if a new version is not compatible.
Security of Code Repositories
Code repositories primarily act as a central storage point for developers to place their source code.
During and after development, program source code resides in a central source code repository. Source code must be protected from both unauthorized access and unauthorized changes. Controls to enforce this protection include
- System isolation: The system should be reachable by only authorized personnel, and no other persons. It also should not be reachable from the Internet, nor should it be able to access the Internet.
- No bulk access: Developers should not, under any circumstances, be able to check out all modules.
- No direct source code access: No one should be able to access source code directly.
- System hardening: Intruders must be kept out of the OS itself. We have discussed about details how this protection, in security architecture and engineering domain.
- Check-in approval: All check-ins should require approval of another person.
- Restricted administrator access: Only authorized personnel should have administrative access to the source code repository software, as well as the underlying operating system, and other components.
- Activity reviews: The activity logs for a source code repository should be periodically reviewed to make sure that there are no unauthorized check-outs or check-ins.
- Restricted access to critical code: Few developers should have access to the most critical code, including code used for security functions.
- Retention of all versions: The source code repository should maintain copies of all previous versions of source code.
- Restricted developer access: Only authorized developers and any other personnel should have access to source code.
- Limited, controlled checkout: Developers should only be able to check out modules when specifically authorized.


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The PCD Pharma Company with the fastest growth rate is Zoecia Healthcare, which has made a name for itself among the most illustrious Organizations in the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry. By providing the public with our high-quality products and making contributions to the pharmaceutical sector, we are working to get to the top of the food chain. We have a reputation for being the best medicine manufacturer and supplier.
We are seeking qualified individuals who can devote themselves to our business opportunity, which we are providing to all seasoned members of the pharma industry who wish to start their own company. For our PCD pharma franchise in Maharashtra, one can work as a monopoly distributor, medical representative, pharmaceutical distributor, and wholesaler.
Pharma formulations have been in high demand in recent years, and this trend is projected to continue. Investing in the PCD pharmaceutical industry is a wise move. People are constantly looking for a business venture with lower risk and competition. The best spot to make such an investment is Zoecia Healthcare, which offers low-risk and neck-cut competition so that one may spend their hard-earned money in Zoecia Healthcare without concern.
PCD is better known for its propaganda-cum distribution services, but it also has the straightforward steps necessary to establish your own pharmaceutical network in every Indian city. One of Maharashtra's top-ranking businesses is Zoecia Healthcare. We are renowned for our moral and open business practices. We are a licensed company that only offers tried-and-true medications, and we are affiliated with several pharmaceutical companies.
Why go for Maharashtra's Zoecia healthcare?
Since we have been in this industry for a long time, we have built a solid name and gained the respect of our clients. We value quality and constantly monitor it. We produce medications and pharmaceuticals that never endanger your health or safety.
So choosing a legitimate, certified, and licensed organization is the best approach to investing in a pharmaceutical company. In such a portfolio, we provide total assurance.
Why choose the Maharashtra-based Zoecia healthcare franchise company?
In addition to providing franchises for different pharmaceutical firms, Zoecia Healthcare also supports its customers. As one of the leading PCD pharma companies in Maharashtra, we work hard to give our associates the appropriate advice to support their businesses.
We have a lot of happy clients all around the country since we are renowned for our excellence and honesty.
Some of the highlights of our PCD Pharma franchise business are listed below:
• We collaborate with top-tier pharmaceutical companies. When it comes to manufacturing, we always search for GMP-certified facilities.
• Our professionalism is at its highest point right now. We supply everything in a timely manner and with care, including injections and capsules.
• We offer promotional products including MR and ASM bags, visual aids, LBL, and reminder cards.
• The PCD pharma franchise company that Zoecia Healthcare owns consistently keeps its employees informed of the most recent information. As a result, colleagues may far more effectively plan the growth of their businesses.
• We offer top-notch items at reasonable costs.
• Constantly available to provide assistance and services.
• Provides total monopoly rights.
• Drugs and genetics with FSSAI certification.
• We package our goods in eye-catching packaging.
• The shipment was delivered on schedule.
• We provide enticing presents for doctors.
Benefits of joining the franchise of Zoecia Healthcare:
Major significant factors put out by Zoecia Healthcare tip the scales in its favor.
Some prominent characteristics include:
• We exclusively provide GMP-certified products.
• We provide exceptional delivery services for every order and deliver it within 24 hours.
• We work with goods produced in accordance with GMP certification and ensure that the goods' quality is maintained.
• It gives you the chance to be your own boss.
• Low risk involved due to less investment needed.
•, Unlike other pharma positions, our business is close to home.
• Good income; your earnings will increase as you sell more.
This is your opportunity to join us. One of the businesses with the fastest current growth is Zoecia Healthcare. Connect right away to receive fantastic offers for acquiring a lucrative pharmaceutical business. All of our colleagues receive the best assistance and PCD business in the nation from us.
Changes in Maharashtra's PCD Pharma Franchise?
Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra, is regarded as India's financial hub. The pharmaceutical industry in this country is growing steadily as a result of the rise in demand for pharmaceutical products. Mumbai makes up a sizable portion of India's pharmaceutical industry.
Mumbai has a large population, hence a stable and positive increase is anticipated. As a result, purchasing a pharmaceutical franchise is a wise decision.
In the near future, it will yield good returns and earnings for you. Seize this fantastic opportunity and launch your company right away.
Benefits of the PCD Pharma franchise for Zoecia Healthcare
By joining Zoecia Healthcare, one can receive a lot of advantages. Through our commercials, you'll be exposed to more people and have access to our newest technologies, as well as approved new medications and formulas.
Leading biomedical distributors and significant medical healthcare facilities are partners with us.
You will benefit from the following benefits by becoming our franchise.
• Product prices at competitive net prices.
• Gift items, samples, visiting cards, product cards, visual aids, M.R. bags, pens, and pads are all available.
• Promotional and free-gift programs.
• Complete monopoly system marketing rights for the designated area.
• Price adjustments as needed for large purchases.
Eligibility requirements
• A minimum of three to five years of sales experience.
• A 3–4 lac minimum investment is needed.
• You ought to be a licensed or seasoned pharmacist.
• You must possess a current Goods and Service Tax No., Tax Identification Number (TIN), and Drug License No. (D.L.) number.
Please fill out the inquiry form if you are interested in a PCD Pharma franchise or third-party production.


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Maternal instinct and the level of protection that is instilled in that instinct is one of the most explored and endearing themes of "Room". That theme goes a long way to tell the heartbreaking journey of the isolated worlds that sometimes nuclear families make for themselves.
"Room" is based on the best-selling novel by the same name. It tells the story of a mother, simply refried to as Ma, who was taken by a stranger at a young age and forced to live with her child, Jack, in a small shack. The two are kept in a tiny and cluttered room filled with only the bare essentials in order to survive. Bed, rug, small kitchen etc. Anything that they require has to be approved by the kidnapper. When he comes by and unlocks the digital combination door, he expects sexual favors in return for his time, effort and supplies.
Since Jack has never seen the outside world, Ma creates a place called "Room" that is the only thing that exists. She makes up games to play in the 10 x 10 room and never leads on that she is sad or hurt in anyway. She protects her son from the real world and kidnapper at all costs. When circumstances push her to form a daring escape plan for Jack, they are suddenly exposed to a very loud and alien world outside.
"Room" is beautifully shot. The filmmakers managed to make the tiny prison feel less claustrophobic than the outside world with brilliant uses of angles, lighting and lenses. This aspect takes the audience for the same alienating ride that Ma and Jack have to go through to adjust the world that we are used to seeing everyday.
Brie Larson (Short Term 12) is brilliant and at her best in this film. She plays the role with a sincerity that will call the afore mentioned protective nature of a mother to mind. Her ability to hide under the surface of feeling is something that begs to be seen. Jacob Tremblay, who plays Jack, is a one-of-a-kind force. His innocence and vulnerability brings something real to the role. There are devastating monologues that he gives throughout that give small outlines of what he believes "Room" is that will break your heart. This is one of those rare times where I couldn't see this film working with anyone else but this young actor.
"Room" is a sobering experience and one that is hard to champion without tears. Watching this mother and son adjust under the claustrophobic pressures of the real world are simultaneously uplifting and horrifyingly real. The trauma is something that is almost too real to handle at times, but is none-the-less a film that is one of the best acted and best stories I have seen in 2015.


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There is big threat to aquatics in rivers. Water pollution in the rivers has reached at an alarming point as it has now started affecting aquatic life. Due to heavy pollution in Ganga and Yamuna number of species of aquatics is on fast depletion. Besides, the fishes are falling prey to tumour and other serious diseases.
The consumption of these fishes can cause cancer in human beings said the director of Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) Dr Kailash Chandra.
Chandra said that during the past two decades almost all the rivers including Ganga and Yamuna have become highly polluted and several species of aquatics were depleted in the rivers during this period while several others were on the verge of extinction in these rivers. The species of frogs, ducks, tortoise, White- bladed heron were the worst affected Chandra said.
Earlier there used to be more than three hundred aquatic species in these rivers but at present there are only two hundred species left. Out of which many were in the first stage of extinction, a study revealed.
The study further revealed that out of total number of 683 aquatics found in the Indian rivers 76 species of aquatics were completely depleted and about 209 were expected to get extinct within next one or two years.
The extinction of aquatics would create environmental imbalances.
In order to protect aquatics the scientists at the ZSI were making efforts to create species of insects which would help in destroying the plastic waste and the plants to check the water so that the aquatics could be saved.


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Contracts have yet to be concluded
Joint-Stock Company Relero (Omsk Popva Radio Factory) is ready to deliver equipment and communications systems to Iraq for the restoration of means of telecommunications, according to the company's general director, Ivan Polyakov. A year ago, the company successfully carried out a prestigious order to deliver equipment for the jetliner of the Russian president.
Polyakov said that Iraq was a traditional market for the company. Prior to the introduction of sanctions, the company delivered telecommunications equipment there. When discussing an opportunity to resume deliveries to Iraq, Polyakov mentioned that it concerns the possibility of delivering wireless radio-relay communications means as well as communications systems with increased safety standards.
Polyakov also stated that no contracts have been concluded yet, as sanctions are still valid against Iraq. He also said that the factory had increased its production volumes. Relero's output in the first quarter of 2003 was 700 percent larger than in the first quarter of 2002. He also said that the export potential of the enterprise by the year 2005 is expected to be in the sum of $250 million, with possible export volume of $110 million-$150 million annually.
JSC Relero is one of the largest Russian manufacturers of thin-route radio-relay stations. The basis of the company lies in the production of stations of from one to 20 channels for civil and military purposes, CDMA communications systems, minitelephone stations with a capacity of up to 144 numbers, uninterruptable power-supply devices, telescoping poles of nine-and-a-half to 20 meters, broadband antennae and so on. At present, the company delivers its products to military and governmental departments.
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Cooper, Ian (2009) 'Equanimity': Les Murray, Levinas and the Breath of God. Literature and Theology, 23 (2). pp. 192-206. ISSN 0269-1205. E-ISSN 1477-4623. (doi:10.1093/litthe/frp019) (The full text of this publication is not currently available from this repository. You may be able to access a copy if URLs are provided) (KAR id:42069)
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This article provides a close reading of Les Murray's poem 'Equanimity' in the context of Emmanuel Lévinas' ethical thought. It argues that Murray's poem can be located in relation to Paul Celan's concept of the 'turn of breath', a hermeneutics of voice and address that points to Lévinas' understanding of the face of the other. 'Equanimity' both works out a conception of encounter with the other that has strong parallels in Lévinas (particularly concerning the themes of speaking and seeing), and seeks to move beyond an ethics based in difference by incorporating speech and vision into a theology of grace.
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Column: It's The Job Of Opposition To Be Ready
[Updated] [Opinion column written by Renee Webb]
Craig Cannonier seemed angry and shell shocked as he did a round of media on Friday bemoaning that the election has been called. It is the Premier's prerogative to call the election when he sees fit, whether the Leader of the Opposition or anyone else disagrees with the timing. You don't get to call it Craig, the Premier does.
Craig's failure to do simple math, not understanding that by-elections + general election would cost taxpayers more money than just having a general election. Also, the fact that having a general election now allows us to just get on with it as a community, bring the divisiveness to an end, and allow the retirements to happen. After the election, the newly elected Government can focus on the economy and the tough decisions that need to be made to move Bermuda forward.
The job of a political party in Bermuda is to be ready for an election at any time. The fact that an election can be called at any time within a 5 year and 3 months period is good for our democracy. It keeps parties on their toes and is designed to keep candidates constantly canvassing and connected with the community. If an election can be called at any time, a political party and budding or current MP's should be ready and connected to the community.
It is apparent that the OBA is not ready for an election, and, that isn't the fault of the PLP. They are responsible for their lack of preparation. The OBA has had years to recruit candidates. They've had years to go door to door, call voters and connect with voters in their communities. They've had opportunities to hold media events, leverage the power of social media and build trust with Bermudians. They failed to do that and they should not be blaming their failure on the PLP or it's leader.
Instead of whining and complaining, the OBA needs to buck up, announce candidates and get out on the doorstep connecting with voters and showcase their leader, Craig Cannonier, who needs to explain his vision for Bermuda and Bermudians.
The OBA needs to stop the whining, get connected to the community and make their case to the voters.
Update Aug 26, 6.32pm: An OBA spokesperson said that "Renee Webb needs to stop the political commentating and concentrate on two issues: doing her Government-paid job of fighting Bermuda's corner in Brussels" and telling the Government to "drop the hugely expensive same sex marriage legal action."
"Recently, European lawmakers established a permanent committee to examine tax dodging. Given the EU's hostile stance towards Bermuda, I would expect to see Ms Webb writing about how she is doing her job and lobbying to help Bermudians.
"She, is of course, entitled to her opinion, but she is also very well paid, and I want to be reassured that we are getting value for our taxpayers' money.
"On the issue of money, is Ms Webb concerned about the mounting cost of the legal fight over same sex marriage?
"Does she think the money could be better spent on the things like new buses, better street lighting or internet access for those families with students who cannot afford it?
"The Premier has called a million-dollar election on the false basis of the cost of by-elections for MPs – PLP MPs included.
"As we continue to see cases of Covid-19, does Ms Webb think it is fair to ask the elderly and those with illnesses like diabetes to put their health at risk? Doesn't this also risk people being disenfranchised because they will be scared to vote?
"Isn't this selfish of the Premier? Ms Webb, concentrate on your day job and tell us what you are doing to justify your salary."
- Renee Webb is a former PLP MP and Cabinet Minister
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Why would the OBA want to take over? Last time they did they were faced with continued verbal abuse. The PLP aided by the Peoples Campaign appeared as rent a mob regularly.
No, let Bermuda have another 5 years of PLP in power. -
That's always been the problem for the OBA… they dont know how to connect with the people. Their narrow win back in 2012 was mainly due to traditional PLP supporters staying home rather than voting and not because the country had a new affinity for the OBA. The OBA doesn't know how to campaign, doesn't know how to connect with black Bermudians in a country where black Bermudians are the majority. Look at the faces of the OBA House and Senate members….they all look shell shocked and clueless….and dont have their own master plan for governing Bermuda. So, where is Her Majestys Loyal Opposition? Hiding and hoping that what little support they have will return them back to the same seats they held prior to the 2020 election. Truly pathetic!
Ms. Webb, you should check your own Party's record of preparedness. In the mid 80′s the PLP got caught with their pants down around their ankles! The
UBP increased their majority by calling a snap election because your Party was having internal leadership problems. Now I hear there may be a splinter group challenging the Leadership. Thing really never change…. just the people carrying out the plot
Renee Webb must be desperate to keep her highly paid, fluffy, job in Brussels …
Don't worry Ms. Webb, the PLP will win and you will continue on with your taxpayer funded position in Europe whilst we all have to cut back here. Congrats.


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The latest attempt to make network TV drama from Chicago public-safety officials is Dick Wolf's Chicago Fire, following the late and rarely lamented Chicago Code. It's a long and rarely proud tradition (see also: Chicago Story), dating back to at least 1957 and Chicago 2-1-2. It was a (failed) pilot, and the final episode of "Cavalcade of America," DuPont's long-running radio-and-TV series that served as a sometimes-subtle, sometimes-not bit of gentle propaganda for the American way:
On the one hand we may see The Cavalcade of America as an honest attempt by the creators to place a finger on the pulse of the nation. The characters of the Cavalcade typify the definition of a classical hero, embodying the archetypal characteristics and standing as larger-than-life examples to the American populace. When we meet General Washington he is called the American Cincinnatus, a new hero growing directly from the old traditions. At the same time, however, these American heroes are a new breed, born not of another time long past or another far-away place, but sprung from the people: democratic heroes for the great democracy. They are new heroes for a new nation. As the Cavalcade picks who will be called a hero in this nation, it defines who America is by delineating what we value and aspire to become.
In Chicago 2-1-2, the American hero is a fire inspector, from the time that men were men and also ploddingly effective and totally uncharismatic bureaucrats, like Dragnet but without the insane cultural paranoia. But the real moral of the story is "don't hire a pyromaniac to commit arson," the insurance-fraud version of "don't get high on your own supply."
That Chicago 2-1-2 didn't get picked up isn't much of a surprise, though it did launch the career of former Irv Kupcinet copyboy Roy Thinnes, whose career has spanned everything from The Invaders to Falcon Crest to The X-Files to Oz; beloved WBBM/WGN late-night host Franklyn MacCormack plays the guy who dramatically shoves a cigar into the corner of his mouth.


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InventHelp Inventor Develops Automatic Mailbox System (PDK-147)
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U.S. regulators are cracking down on socially responsible investments that track factors like environmental, social, and governance principles for sustainable investing strategies that only appear sustainable in name only.
Securities and Exchange Commission regulators demanded money managers to explain the standards for classifying funds as ESG-focused, Bloomberg reports. This latest round of scrutiny is the SEC's second into possible ESG mislabeling since last year.
"It is a real area of scrutiny, particularly as it relates to disclosures," Morgan Miller, a partner at law firm Paul Hastings in Washington and a former SEC enforcement attorney, told Bloomberg.
With $35 trillion in so-called sustainable investment assets, the SEC is trying to define an investment segment more clearly as governments, pension plans, and corporations are seeking to lower carbon footprints and be global citizens. The sudden rush into socially responsible investments has caused more observers to warn of potential marketing schemes or so-called greenwashing that try to pass off traditional investment strategies as sustainable.
In the latest crackdown, German and U.S. authorities have launched investigations into Deutsche Bank AG's asset-management arm DWS Group, following a former senior executive's allegations that the financial institute exaggerated its ESG credentials on some products. DWS has rejected those claims.
The scrutiny has done its job as some European firms are checking to see if they have to reclassify assets or place internal teams to review their ESG selection process.
The SEC has sent out letters earlier this year, asking the financial industry to describe in detail the screening processes they use to ensure assets can fall under ESG designations. The SEC also wants to know how firms are dealing with varying jurisdictions' requirements – Europe has specific standards to make sure assets are green or sustainable, but U.S. standards are less systematic.
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