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Welcome to Golden Bear Holiday Homes. If you continue to browse and use this website you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use, which together with our privacy policy govern Golden Bear Holiday Home's relationship with you in relation to this website.
The term "Golden Bear Holiday Homes" or "us" or "we" refers to the owner of the website. The term "you" refers to the user or viewer of our website.
The use of this website is subject to the following terms of use:
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Your use of any information or materials on this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your own responsibility to ensure that any products, services or information available through this website meet your specific requirements.
This website contains material which is owned by or licensed to us. This material includes, but is not limited to, the design, layout, look, appearance and graphics. Reproduction is prohibited other than in accordance with the copyright notice, which forms part of these terms and conditions.
We reserve the right to refuse any membership/registration application for whatever reason. We also reserve the right to terminate membership due to non payment of annual fees or for any reason that may be deemed to bring the website into disrepute.
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Sales, Rentals If an owner wishes to advertise the property for sale through Golden Bear Holiday Homes the apartment owner is also entitled to also use any other agent. A 4% commission is charged on the sale price. All advertisements costs are included in the 4% commission (for sale boards, web based advertising etc). If the property is advertised for sale through Golden Bear Holiday Homes but sold by another agent or sold privately by the property owner a 1 % charge of the advertised selling price is payable to Golden Bear Holiday Homes for cost associated with the property being advertised through Golden Bear Holiday Homes. A 10% commission charge will be applicable for all Rentals generated by Golden Bear Holiday Homes. A sale by goldenbearholidayhomes is considered any client purchasing the apartment who has come to goldenbearholidayhomes or its agents for viewing and who then decides to purchase the apartment. The owner accepts that the apartment may be advertised via alternative partnership arrangements with other estate agent's or media outlets. If the owner decides to take the property of the market and the apartment is sold within 3 months, a commission of €200 will be payable to goldenbearholidayholmes.com for the costs of advertising, web based adverts, previous viewings, administrative costs etc.


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Anchor Self Storage has been involved in community events since 2003 when we opened. We immensely enjoy doing what we can to support our growing community. We offer a wide range of services for self-storage needs with top notch customer service and management. We value our community and strive to be our best for our local non-profits, youth sports and the Mashpee Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade and other events that enrich our town of Mashpee. Visit Anchor Self Storage online.

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What is the difference between the prime rate and the discount rate?
discount rate, aka the Fed Funds Rate, is a short term rate that banks charge each other to lend each other money. The discount rate affects the prime rate which affect home equity lines of credit, credit cards, auto loans and the like.
Home equity lines of credit and credit cards are based on the prime rate. The prime rate can be calculated in the following way... It is the discount rate + 3%= prime rate. For example, the discount rate is currently at 4.75% + 3%= 7.75% prime rate.
In case you are wondering what impact this has on mortgage interest rates, mortgage rates will most often will actually move opposite direction of the discount rate change, due to the dynamics of the financial markets.
I hope this information helps you understand both the discount rate and prime rate.
The initial answer is not exactly correct. It implies that the term "discount rate" and the term "fed funds rate" are synonymous. This is not correct. The discount rate is the rate at which banks may borrow directly from the Federal Reserve. The fed funds rate is the rate at which one bank may borrow another bank's excess Federal Reserve deposits on the open market. The Federal Reserve sets both rates, but the rates are not synonymous.
The discount rate is the rate at which banks can borrowe money from the federal government. The discount window as it is called was recently opened up to Non depository financial institutions (so not JUST banks could borrowe the money.) The reason the government did this was to put liquidity back into the financial markets after the mortgage industry troubles had all but stopped banks and financial companies ability to borrow money.
The Prime rate is a consumer lending rate index, set by the banks, and they base that rate on the federal funds overnight lending rate which is the regulated rate which banks can lend money to each other.
Discount rate = Fed to banks (and financial institutions) lending
Fed Funds Rate = Bank to Bank lending
Prime Rate= Bank to consumer Lending.
It is important to note that the Prime rate is treated as an index, and the loan you get from a bank or credit card may be plus or minus a margin on the index.
You have a credit card that is Prime plus 7.99% which a few months ago was 18.99% Recently the Prime dropped to 5% so your credit card Interest rate dropped to 12.99%
Some low risk loans or Home equity products are prime MINUS a margin. So your HELOC may have been at 7% when Prime was 8% and now it is 4% when the prime is 5%.
The Margin is determined by the credit issuer on a risk vs collateral basis.
To wrap it all up, the cheaper it is for banks and financial institutions to lend each other money the more liquidity we have in the financial markets the more moeny can be lent to consumers which will allow some of the unrated debt from subprime mortgages to obtain market value and begin to be bought and sold, therebuy showing early signs of recovery.
If you are really interested check out credit swaps, and long term fixed income investments and bonds. I hope that helps!


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the online source for all your cargo control needs.
Cargo Control Store carries a wide range of flatbed/interior van products such as winches, winch bars, ratchet straps, logistic straps, decking/shoring bars & beams, buckles, hooks, fittings, etc.
We also carry a wide variety of chain products such as chain assemblies and chain binders. We also carry numerous tarps: lumber tarps, steel tarps, smoke tarps, coil tarps, mesh tarps, canvas tarps and roll tarps. If you need something more specific, contact us with the specs & we can custom make your truck tarps to meet your needs & requirements.
For interior van applications, we carry logistic straps of different lengths and end pieces, Series L Tracks, Series E or A Beams and Series F Shoring Bars. We carry bars such as Jack Bars, Saf-T-Lok, and Saf-T-Bars II. We also have necessary accessories to complete your interior van such as wood beam sockets, tie-offs, door pulls, cargo hoop sets, cart locks, and auto tie-downs.
Anything having to do with securing load using the best & safest possible way...With 40 years of industry experience, we know what it means to carry quality parts.
When it comes to cargo control items, Tarps & Tie-Downs has been a leader in the industry. Tarps & Tie-Downs cargo control system covers from a small anchor point to winches, and everything in between. In our e-commerce store, you can find supplies for flatbed, van trailers, auto transportation industries, hardware, webbing, and utility tie downs to meet any requirement for load securement that has to be compliant with CSA. Our tie down assemblies and components are tested for its safety. Abrasion testing and tensile test per ASTM code are done to ensure the safety of cargo control gears. These testing methods are done in-house along with spot testing of finished product to meet the quality cargo control standards.
Since 1972, Tarps & Tie-Downs has been serving the trucking industry. Our numerous number of products have been reliable to consumers and have been confirmed by many trucking companies. Our high performance straps, chain products, winches, and hardware are engineered to withstand the quality standards. We want you to be another satisfied customer.


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Negev Highlands (Ramat Negev) Region
Zin Valley-Ein Akev HikeThe hike in the Zin Valley is a classic desert hike – a trail that has it all: amazing views of the wilderness of the Zin Valley, the biggest spring in the Negev, Ein Akev,... explore more
Traveling in the Negev on Road 40Road 40 is a north south route across Israel, and the main highway heading through the center of the Negev, linking Beer Sheva, Mitzpe Ramon, and Eilat, as well as tens... explore more
Israel's Desert AgricultureDesert agriculture in Israel is one of the country's greatest successes, and something at which Israel leads the world. The Negev Desert which covers over 60% of the country has actually... explore more
EzuzEzuz in the Negev Desert is a unique community of artists and creatives. Located on a beautiful hilltop overlooking some breathtaking desert scenery, the village is home to less than 15... explore more
ShivtaShivta, in Israel's Negev Desert is a Nabatean City that forms part of the series of UNESCO Heritage Site Desert Cities which were part of the Nabatean Spice Route, transporting frankincense... explore more
Sand Boarding in IsraelSand boarding is one sport that requires large areas of desert sand dunes. And Israel has that! With over 50% of Israel covered by the Negev Desert, sand surfing in the... explore more
Negev Desert Wine RouteThe Negev Wine Route is something surprising! Amid the harsh desert scenery which dominates the landscape of southern Israel, a series of vineyards has been built over the last decade by... explore more
Ein Avdat & Zin ValleyEin Avdat is undoubtedly one of Israel's most striking and beautiful sites. Set within the incredible landscape of the Zin Valley in the center of Israel's Negev Desert, Ein Avdat National Park offers spectacular panoramas... explore more
Sde BokerThe kibbutz of Sde Boker is famous as the home of David Ben Gurion, Israel's first Prime Minister whose home is now a museum open to the public, and is the... explore more
Bedouin HospitalityBedouin hospitality experiences including camel riding, Bedouin food, and staying overnight in traditional Bedouin tents are an increasingly popular experience for tourists in Israel. The Bedouins are a group of nomadic tribes who... explore more


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Who can use this: Business users
If you are part of a team with a Business subscription when you create a new project you have the possibility to either keep the project private and only invite the people you want or you can make the project visible for the whole team you are part of so they can join when they want.
Create a New Project Visible for Your Team
- On the MeisterTask dashboard click the (+) sign beside Projects and select New Project.
- In the new dialog, the last option at the bottom is Make this project visible to, click the small arrow.
- Select the option Everybody in the team.
The members from the team are able to see the projects that are shared from the Dashboard, click the Arrow icon beside Projects and select Team Projects.
In the Team Projects, you can see all Projects that are shared with the whole team. Click the Join button to join any team projects you want to work on as well.
Change Project to Visible for the Whole Team
If you already created a project and you want to make it visible for the whole team you can do this from the Project Properties.
1. Access the Project and click the ( i ) button in the top bar then select Project Properties.
2. In the new dialog above the project members, you have the option Make this project visible to. Click the small arrow to switch from Project members only to Everybody in the team.


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Brief Introduction
Iwakuni City is located in the far east of Yamaguchi Prefecture on the border with Hiroshima Prefecture. With a modest population of around 140,000 inhabitants, the city faces the Seto Inland Sea.
The standout feature of the city is the five-arched Kintai Bridge which spans the Nishiki River. It is the perfect place to feel the spirit of western Japan. The bridge serves as a gateway to several cultural points of interest and is a popular spot from which to appreciate the long column of cherry trees along the river during the blossom season.
Iwakuni Castle is on the summit of Shiroyama, with commanding views of the city and the Seto Sea. You can walk to the summit or take a short gondola ride to the top. Enjoy cherry blossom viewing on the castle grounds in the spring.
The Iwakuni Museum of Art and Kikkawa Museum are a near the Kintai Bridge and are filled with artifacts related to the city's history. As you stroll along, pass by the parks and Japanese style gardens.
If festivals are your thing, the Kintai Bridge Festival in April is a colorful re-creation of the processions of Japan's feudal past. The Nishiki River Water Festival in August is a night-time event that includes a finale of fireworks.
The Iwakuni Festival is held annually toward the end of October and is a total feast for the senses. The festivities include a parade of dancers dressed in colorful kimono and straw hats, moving rhythmically through the streets. There are food stalls and flea markets, where you are bound to find a tasty snack or an interesting curio.
If food is what you are after then try Iwakuni-zushi; a layered form of sushi, that is sure to satisfy your appetite. How about lotus root? Iwakuni-renkon is a healthy treat that is served in a variety of dishes.
Compact and accessible, Iwakuni offers the best of Japan.
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Suddenly, the catty asides which had come too easily over the weeks leading up to these discoveries seemed entirely unfair. These individuals were both under extreme pressure and stress related to overwork and anxiety about their own well being.
It made me think, as it is good to do occasionally, about why I wasn't more sensitive to the inner turmoil of these two people. In fact, I know neither of them particularly well. Perhaps, had it been a close friend, I would have behaved differently, though I suppose by virtue of being friends, I would likely have known what was going on anyway.
This all seemed so much worse considering the balancing act I have been maintaining over most of the year with an unwell partner, and my own health concerns to contend with in various forms. I rebuked myself, thinking I, of all people should appreciate the precarious balancing act these inner turmoils and the outer working life demands.
Working relationships can sometimes be tricky. I'm extremely lucky in that I work with a small team of quite brilliant arts professionals who have taught me a tremendous amount. However, perhaps our offices (as our world generally) might be better off were we to be a little more caring, a little more tolerant.


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Unemployment Numbers, Gas Prices Ease Economic Pain
Economic indicators could signal some relief.
May 7, 2011 -- Rising job figures and dropping gas prices should help alleviate some of the economic pain felt by many cash-strapped Americans. Nationwide, gas prices have already dropped nearly a penny since yesterday, and some analysts say prices could drop 25-40 cents per gallon nationwide in the next two weeks, just in time for Memorial Day.
If prices fall, Americans who spending about $390 a month filling up the tank will now be spending about $350, which economists say would free up an extra $100 to 160 million a day for Americans to spend on other things.
"I'm feeling really confident in the economy," Chicago resident Carl Sanders told ABC News. "We've been having a big turn around."
Americans have been delivered a steady stream of encouraging economic news. Private employers went on an April hiring spree, adding 260,000 jobs, the strongest gain in five years and the third month in a row of at least 200,000 new jobs.
The unemployment rate rose to 9 percent in April from 8.8 percent, but even that figure is considered a temporary quirk, according to The Associated Press.
Americans may also feel some relief at the supermarket soon. Food prices, which have shot up 3 to 4 percent this year, are now they're leveling off and commodities prices for corn, wheat and sugar all dropped this week – sugar is down almost 13 percent. Moreover, clothes prices are now slowly dropping, with the price of cotton down 30 percent from its high in March.
"We're finally hearing good news again, and we've been hearing it consistently since the beginning of the year," Diane Swonk, chief economist at Mesirow Financial, told ABC News. "The green shoots out there appear to be a little more green, and there's more of them."
On the New York Mercantile Exchange, oil prices fell for the second day in a row. Following months of steady price increases, from $75 in May 2010 to more than $113 last week, oil has dropped to $97 a barrel. That is its second biggest drop in history.
If pump prices continue to settle, Seattle resident Cheryl Sanders says she might drive her new car to the mall and spend some more. She was out of work for a year, but is now re-employed and feeling better about buying.
"I'm not worrying as much about the little things," she told ABC News. "If we want to go out to dinner, we do it. If we want to go to a movie, we do it. ... It's nice to not have to worry about every penny that's going out."
In Schaumburg, Ill., near Chicago, a family owned manufacturing company called Quality Float Works Inc. is just one of the companies across the country that's on a hiring binge.
"We've hired two people since the beginning of this year, and we are looking for two positions in our factory that we are looking to fill immediately," Jason Speer, Quality Float Works' owner, told ABC News. "And if things continue, we will be hiring several more people later on this year."
Welcome news for the hundreds of thousands of Americans who are still out of work.


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OverBoard 30 Litre Pro-Light Waterproof Sports Backpack
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Aqua Living is a new water lifestyle store here to bring you a range of practical, quality, innovative products and we proudly support marine conservation by donating to our charity of the year the UK Marine Conservation Society.
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Waterproof backpacks don't get much better than this. The OveBoard Pro-Light backpack is super lightweight yet lacks nothing in terms of quality or style. The perfect companion whether you are on the water, Snow, Dirt or sand. If it's good enough for Bear Grylls who was spotted sporting this super lightweight, durable backpack on his adventures, then it's good enough for us!
The OverBoard Pro-Light backpack is super light and is environmentally friendly, as it's made from ultra-lightweight TPU fabrics. The ultimate backpack for any water-based activities, sports, jogging or cycling, this durable lightweight bag is super comfortable and will protect your gear from water, sand, dirt and dust, whilst providing maximum comfort. This backpack even floats if dropped in the water!
With a seamless electronically-welded construction and a simple to use two-way sealing system, making it fully submersible, this waterproof backpack really should be your Backpack of choice.
From the handy large front mesh zip pocket with reflective strips to the sporty padded shoulder straps and air-flow back panel, this feature-packed OverBoard Pro-Light Waterproof Backpack is a must for any water-based sportsman or cyclist.
Product Features:
- Roll-top 100% waterproof Backpack - Class 3 - IP66
- Floats safely if dropped in water
- Made from environmentally friendly and lightweight TPU fabrics
- Unique 'High Frequency' welded construction
- Two-way sealing system (top or side)
- Padded shoulder straps and lumbar support
- Comfortable back panel with air-flow design
- Large front mesh zip pocket with elasticated front webbing
- Super reflective strips on the front of the bag and both shoulder straps
- Adjustable sternum strap and waist belt
- Large outer elasticated mesh side pocket
- Internal zip accessories pocket - H: 25cm x W: 21cm
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- Too cool to Confom? Click on UOW above to check out the full range of UOW Clothing.
- Heavyweight Super-soft premium quality peach finish fabric
- Details include thumbholes, i-pod pocket and hidden earphone holes.
- Contrast waffle lining with double thickness hood, & chunky contrast drawchords.
- The slobwear experts at UOW design & manufacture premium quality product at great prices – Wear UOW regardless of vocation, location & education!
Born out of the more.. questionable.. aspects of the student lifestyle, the University of Whatever celebrates the student philosophy of Lazy Days and Messy Nights – a philosophy as close to your heart as it is ours. It's from the Great British tradition of getting the most out of life that I, the UOW Dean, drew the University of Whatever mantra: Be proud of who we are, not what we pretend to be. Relax whenever possible, for as long as possible. Have fun, after all, it's what life's about. You'll probably agree that it's that simple. You don't need to be a sun-kissed surfer, an aristocrat's pampered princess, or a stacked underwear model, despite what other brands might want you to believe. Be Proud. Most brands don't sell hoodies or sweatpants – they sell pretences, and at a premium. Buy a Jack Wills hoodie and you'll be a polo player, frolicking in the sunshine with your friends from Chelsea. Meanwhile, Hollister sweatpants promise to promote you to a so-called 'SoCal' SoCialite spending your days in SanFran SoaKing up the Sun…However, a Hollister shirt does not a surfer make. In fact, Hollister (founded in 2000) entirely invented the history of their globetrotting "founder" setting up his first surfshop in 1922. We don't need to lie. I fully investigated the student lifestyle during my 3 years of study (or, better put, debauchery), and that was all the inspiration I needed to found UOW, and then some. With the University of Whatever, the clue's in the name. You can be whatever you want to be, and we won't charge you an extra 20 quid for the benefit. You no doubt appreciate the importance of super comfy slobwear for sofa days (aka, hangover days..), and that's where our clothing comes in. We believe it's possible to achieve the same comfort and quality of premium brands, without doubling the price for marketing reasons. Wear UOW regardless of Vocation, Location & Education.


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Blog Post Contents
- 1 What Are The Best Sunglasses For You?
- 2 Identifying The Shape of Your Face
- 3 Which Shades Will Look Good on You?
What Are The Best Sunglasses For You?
When it comes to buying sunglasses, selecting the perfect sunglasses style for your individual face and facial features can become a tricky affair. Not all sunglasses suit everyone and it's important not just to select a style of sunglasses because it may be in fashion.
Welcome to my complete sunglasses guide. Today's blog post you will learn about how to pick sunglasses for your face shape. It's important to buy a pair of sunglasses that is fashionable yet suits your facial features and face in it's entirety. If you haven't still established what kind of sunglasses suit your face, you need a good guide like this one that I've developed to help you out and point you in the right direction. Next time you are picking out and admiring your snazzy looks in the mirror, take heed to my advice.
So without further adieu, The sunglasses girl is here to assist. That would be me!
I will let you in on how I decided which sunglasses have been good to me and my close circle of friends through years and years of being at the forefront of the ever-changing sunglasses fashion.
Sunglasses are indeed one of my favorite accessories and I believe a massive fashion errors that a lot of people do is actually pick out the wrong sunglasses for their face. So next time you put trial a pair of sunglasses adn something doesn't look right – more often than not, it's because they don't suit the shape of your face.
The first thing that I did (and you should too!) is to learn to know the shape of your face. That's the first step, remember! Find below the simplest ways to find your face shape which will lead you to your perfect pair of sunglasses to suit you!
Identifying The Shape of Your Face
I feel the best way to identify the shape of your face is by taking a photo directly facing the camera and then tracing it with a tracing paper to contour your countenance's edge. If you don't have a camera you could directly face the mirror and use an erasable pen to outline your face. When you are finished, check out the shape that the mirror has trailed. Use it to match it against the general entrenched facial norms which are basically:
- Square face
- Round face
- Oblong face
- Heart face
- Oval face
Once you have come up with your shape and size it is time to gear up to recognize your shades.
Which Shades Will Look Good on You?
So are we settled now on the shape of your face? These are the sunglasses that will help you crackle in style based upon your facial features:
Best Sunglasses for Square Shaped Face
Aviator sunglasses look superb on square faces. They are just made for it. The teardrop shaped lenses help you make your beautiful facial features more prominent. You come out with really strong vibes and a style unmatched. Do you have strong features on your face? Pack in a bigger aviator style and get second glances.
Throw in a boyfriend shirt or boyfriend jeans or a cool t-shirt with denim to see how it makes a difference.
Best Sunglasses for Oval Faces
Butterfly shaped sunglasses are good for round to oval faces or butterfly style sunglasses that aren't your typical butterfly but similar to these as shown in the photo below. These oversized beauties are just about right to make your facial features prominent.
You know what the good news is? It will cover more of your face from the harmful rays of sun. The more the spread, the better health-wise. If you have been generously bestowed with a big nose (LOL), butterfly shades will take the attention away. However, make sure you do not end up buying too big butterfly sunglass style as if you have a small oval face, they can be too overpowering.
Best Sunglasses for Heart Shaped Face
Cat Eyes are just perfect if your face is heart-shaped. Such shapes have a broader forehead and high cheekbones. Does that ring a bell? Yes just like a cat. Nothing suits the heart contour better than cat eyes shades.
Best Sunglasses for Round Shaped Faces
Shades that are rectangular in shape are pretty great with round shaped faces. What the rectangle does is add a length to your countenance and make it appear bigger. So if you have a small petite round face, you can impart it a bigger flair with the help of these sunglasses. You can go for angular rectangle frames which are pretty great rectangle variants. Even oval faces can benefit with this. In the latter case, go for softer edges.
Best Sunglasses for Oblong Faces
Square Sunglass Shapes flatter your face if it's an oblong shape. They are great with oval shapes too since they work their magic around the contrasting angles of the unique outlines.
Best Sunglasses for All Face Shapes
Wayfarer sunglasses look good on all kinds of faces. It is also a timeless shade that will be a great one-time investment.
Besides choosing the right shades for the type of face, you have to ensure that the sunglasses are UV protected, are made up of good lens and frame material and assist you into staying in vogue. Best of luck!
Remember, stay blessed and as always, stay in vogue xx


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The UC College of Medicine, founded in 1819 by medical pioneer Daniel Drake, MD, is one of the oldest medical schools in the nation.
From graduate degrees to continuing education, the college offers a broad spectrum of educational opportunities.
The UC College of Medicine is continuing its upward path in cutting-edge research to enhance discovery sciences and facilitate translation of these discoveries to improve health and clinical care while recruiting new faculty. The new undergraduate program fosters scientific curiosity and investigation for our students. We are creating an environment of advanced clinical care that surpasses any in the region.
The College of Medicine features 26 academic departments, offering clinical, education and research opportunities.
The UC Cancer Center focuses on disease-based centers of excellence to offer a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care, education and research.
The UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute provides advanced evidence-based treatment and active research of complex neurological conditions.
The UC Heart, Lung and Vascular Institute builds upon its nationally known cardiovascular diseases discoveries to make significant contributions to research, education and patient care.
The Center for Integrative Health and Wellness promotes the value of treating the whole person and works to provide evidence-based wellness initiatives across the Academic Health Center and into the community through education, research and clinical care.
Hoxworth Blood Center was founded in 1938 and serves over 30 hospitals and medical facilities in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Hoxworth Blood Center also is a leader in the coordination of research projects developed for the advancement of transfusion medicine, including clinical trials for transfusion medicine-related products.
The College of Medicine has identified four institutes in which we have outstanding quality, a track record of success, opportunities for funding and ability to advance translational research and deliver high-quality personalized care.
The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is known for its strong educational programs. From medical degrees to summer research programs, the College of Medicine offers some of the most innovative and captivating science and research opportunities in the nation.
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Before your physician can treat your illness or injury, he or she must first understand your condition. This process of understanding is termed medical diagnosis.
One way of obtaining diagnostic information is by the formation and interpretation of images of parts of the body that are ordinarily hidden from view beneath the surface.
Radiography is a quick, safe and inexpensive method of forming such images by the use of x-rays.
The imaging procedure is performed by a radiology technologist. You will be asked to assume a standard position and to remain still during the exposure of the image, which is instantaneous.
More than one image may be obtained in a single examination. Your images will then be interpreted by a radiologist, who is a specialist in the detection, localization and identification of abnormalities on radiographic images.
Diagnostic information obtained in this way will be promptly conveyed to your physician to be used in planning of your treatment.
The American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) provide descriptions of various procedures relating to the Musculoskeletal (MSK) System on their jointly developed site, RadiologyInfo.org .


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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Jennifer Lopez
Thanks to the recent premiere of The Back-up Plan, Jennifer Lopez has been all over the globe sporting lots of different hairstyles. There's almost always one element of drama present in Jennifer's red carpet beauty stylings, and here, it's all about the dark, ultra-smoky eyes. I'm forever envious of Jen's perfectly luminous skin, but are you envious of her look overall?
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Tips of Elegant Accessorizing
- The general rule of thumb is do not wear more than one thing at a time, with the exception of bangles.
- Take into account color combos. Aim for a cohesive look.
- When in doubt, pick an area to accentuate before making decisions on what jewelry to wear.
- Remember not to get carried away and over do it! For instance, do not wear earrings, a necklace, a watch, a few rings and bracelets at the same time. You'll look like a christmas tree!
- Keep it simple, less is more.
- Also, a woman never looks elegant with more than one earring in each ear.
- Ensure a balance when accessorizing. Be careful that you do not want to look lopsided.
Accessories 'breaks' the shape of the dress or solid colors, which can be a good thing. It adds sparkle to a plain outfit, or creates an interesting look by giving a color contrast.
For example, wearing a long chain gives you a long neckline and helps you look taller and slimmer. A lopsided look occurs when you wear say, a short strand of pearl necklace with a narrow V-neck top. The 'shape' does not flow.
Wearing a short strand of pearls or a necklace brings attention to the neck or the collarbones, which is very desirable.
- Sometimes wearing dangling earrings can be distracting with your hair tied back in a pony tail, especially if it swings back to and forth as you speak.
When worn well, it can look very chic emphasizing the ears and neckline.
- If in doubt, only wear one piece of jewelry at any one time.
- To achieve a very fail-proof elegant look, wear pearls.
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About Jonathan Biss Tour Albums
Jonathan Biss appeared on the Pop / Rock scene with the appearance of the album 'Works for Solo Piano' released on November 28, 2005. The track 'Fantasie Op. 77' quickly became a hit and made Jonathan Biss one of the most popular performers at that time. Later on, Jonathan Biss released the hugely famous album 'Beethoven: Piano Sonatas, Vol. 2 - Nos. 4, 14 'Moonlight, 24 &Fantasy in G Minor' which contains some of the most well-known songs from the Jonathan Biss collection. 'Beethoven: Piano Sonatas, Vol. 2 - Nos. 4, 14 'Moonlight, 24 &Fantasy in G Minor' includes the track 'Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat, Op. 7: I. Allegro molto e con brio' which has made itself the most well-known for fans to enjoy during the performances. Aside from 'Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat, Op. 7: I. Allegro molto e con brio', a host of other tracks from 'Beethoven: Piano Sonatas, Vol. 2 - Nos. 4, 14 'Moonlight, 24 &Fantasy in G Minor' have also become well-known as a result. Some of Jonathan Biss's most beloved tour albums and songs are found below. After 11 years since the release of 'Works for Solo Piano' and making a massive impact in the business, fans continue to flock to watch Jonathan Biss on stage to play favorites from the full collection.
Jonathan Biss Tour Albums and Songs
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A prakas was issued on October 21 to combat money laundering in Cambodia. The
decree requires all banks to monitor and record transactions greater than 40m
riel (around $10,000). Any suspicious transactions must be reported immediately
to the National Bank of Cambodia. Among the other measures: it is forbidden to
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Overcoming Tariff Barriers
Hong Kong traders learn how to prosper despite the prospect of 25% levies on their products.
06 November 2018
Trade tensions between the Chinese mainland and the United States are intensifying since America introduced another round of tariffs on US$200 billion worth of mainland imports in September. United States President Donald Trump is also threatening to impose levies on all mainland imports.
Many Hong Kong businesses export goods from the mainland to the US, its biggest market. Seeking to help businesses through the problem, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) last month held a seminar: "Prospering in a Time of Tariffs: How to Ensure Your Business is Not a Trade War Casualty". One of the speakers was Tatman R Savio, a partner at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, and a registered foreign lawyer in its Hong Kong office, who recommended Hong Kong traders work with US stakeholders to request a tariff exemption. She also noted that trade associations may be considering litigation and that anyone thinking about filing a lawsuit should understand the related legal process and costs.
Ms Savio said the Sino-US trade conflict began in August 2017, when the US began to formally investigate the mainland (known as the 301 investigations). The probe sought to find any acts, policies, or practices by the mainland in fields such as technology transfer, intellectual property rights and innovation that violated international trade agreements or were unjustified, unreasonable or discriminatory and burdened or restricted US commerce. In March this year, Mr Trump announced his decisions on the actions the Administration will take in response to China's unfair trade practices covered in the United States Trade Representative (USTR) Section 301 investigation, which resulted in rounds of tariff actions on mainland imports imposed later in the year.
Ms Savio said Mr Trump was using protectionism and strong policies in a bid to reduce the trade deficit. He sought to create employment opportunities and counteract the mainland's "Made in China 2025" effort to safeguard technology advances in the US.
Levy Lists
America's Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the US (HTSUS) List 1 came into effect on 6 July. It imposed 25% tariffs on US$34 billion worth of mainland goods, including 818 tax categories, which drew countermeasures from the mainland. List 2 came into effect on 23 Aug, applying 25% tariffs on US$16 billion worth of mainland goods, including 279 tax categories.
List 3 took effect on 24 Sept, imposing 10% tariffs on about US$200 billion products spanning 5,745 items. The levy will increase to 25% on 1 January 2019.
Unstable Ties
Trade relations between the mainland and US remained unstable, Ms Savio said. The best-case scenario will be if President Xi Jinping and Mr Trump begin making progress on the issue when they meet at the G20 summit in Buenos Aires at the end of this month. The worst outcome will be if neither makes any concessions.
She said the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) rules clarified that Hong Kong and Macau goods are excluded from the Section 301 tariffs. But Hong Kong traders can request an exemption from the USTR for their products produced across the border on the mainland; this is the least costly route. The deadline for exemption requests on List 1 of Section 301 was 9 Oct, for List 2 it will be 18 Dec. No details have been announced yet on the exclusion process for List 3.
Ms Savio said Hong Kong traders could consider "tariff engineering" – redesigning their products and classifying them in another category – or see if they could tweak their products so these could be moved into non-tax categories. Hong Kong companies could also make good use of the rules of origin to shift the origin-conferring manufacturing operations of their products from the mainland to a country or region that is not subject to the tariffs. Traders could file a lawsuit over the additional duties but this would be a complex, costly process.
Ms Savio also pointed out the "Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA)" in the National Defense Authorization Act came into effect recently. This boosted the authority of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and strengthened their authority to block foreign investment should it pose possible threats to national safety. The US, Mexico and Canada had also concluded the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Revisions include new rules on labour standards, intellectual property protection, environmental protection, the digital economy and service industry.
Factory Migration
Chan Kwong-sang, Chairman of Express Luck Group, said his company had diversified its investment. In addition to its Shenzhen factory, the firm had production lines in Hungary, Colombia, Egypt and other sites to gain competitive advantage by optimising the supply chain network globally. Setting up a factory in Egypt could cut labour costs. "The labour cost on the Chinese mainland is around US$800 per month, but the labour cost in Egypt is just US$80." A plant that offered US$100 a month would have a long queue of applicants and its managers could pick the best.
Another guest speaker Brenda Fung, Manager of the Hong Kong Fur Federation (HKFF), said that when she noticed fur products were on the List 2, she immediately informed importers from the US and the US fur associations, but both were indifferent to the issue. Hong Kong fur traders normally import from mainland factories and export to the US directly, she pointed out. In 2017, out of the US$1.4 billion US fur imports from Hong Kong and the mainland, 74% were of mainland-origin. The federation submitted its written testimony to the USTR after obtaining legal advice and attended the public hearing on 27 Aug with the Fur Information Council of America (FICA), Fur Commission USA and American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA).
Small is Beautiful
Eddie Lee, the Southeast Asia regional CEO of ECMS Express, pointed out that exporters could use the Section 321 entries not only as a workaround for the 301 tariffs, but an opportunity to tap into the thriving US e-commerce market.
This rule allows duty-free entries for goods that cost less than US$800. Currently most trade covered by this section is cross-broader e-commerce. Since more and more businesses and individuals bought goods online, then-President Barack Obama signed into law the "Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015" on 24 Feb 2016. This included quadrupling the maximum value of the goods – from US$200 to US$800 – that could be imported free of duty and tax per person or per company on a daily basis (de minimis value). This "fair retail value not exceeding US$800" has applied since 10 March 2016.
Mr Lee said there are three major shipping channels into the US. Low-priced products that do not need rapid delivery are normally sent through postal services or other shipping services. Products that are comparatively expensive, such as electronics, digital cameras and mobile phones are usually sent through courier express services such as FedEx, UPS, or DHL. For the cross-border e-commerce market, products are imported to the US using traditional freight with last-miles parcel delivery services.
He said the first two shipping methods are more commonly used for Hong Kong shipments, which are normally priced at more than US$2,500. These are regarded as formal deliveries that require more paperwork including product classification numbers for submission and usually assistance from customs brokers.
Goods with shipment values between US$800 and US$2,500 are regarded as informal entries and have a simple clearance process with customs brokers optional, but duty and tax still apply. A product worth less than US$800 can enjoy a simple clearance process; customs brokers are optional and the goods are free of duty and tax. The third model applies to e-commerce orders which go to consumers directly.
Direct Sales
Mr Lee suggested Hong Kong merchants consider using US shopping platforms such as Amazon or eBay to sell products to customers, or set up an online shop and sell to customers directly. This B2C (business-to-commerce) model could help avoid tariffs under Section 321 with shipments valued under US$800.
Logistics process planning has developed rapidly in the past five to 10 years, he said. The model normally combined air freight with last-miles parcel delivery services. This logistics process planning could be tailor-made for each e-commerce owner.
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MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexico's lower house of Congress on Thursday approved changes to the constitution to eliminate immunity from prosecution for all public servants, including lawmakers and the president, a move meant to tackle deeply entrenched corruption.
The resolution, which must still be approved by the Senate and ratified by a majority of state legislatures, modifies and repeals various provisions of eight constitutional articles.
A sitting president can currently be put on trial only for treason and "serious crimes of the common order." The constitutional changes would remove those restrictions and also establish that defamation, libel and slander cannot be punishable with jail.
"This will be historic for Mexico because we have finally decided to eliminate immunity for all public servants, from the President of the Republic to the governors, legislators, the judiciary," said congressman Marko Cortes Mendoza of the center-right National Action Party (PAN).
The move to strip public servants of immunity comes ahead of the July 1 presidential election, as candidates have pledged to transform Mexico's corrupt political system.
There were a record number of killings in Mexico last year as organized crime gangs smuggled drugs, fuel and people while corruption scandals hit the credibility of President Enrique Pena Nieto's Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI).
Presidential hopeful Jose Antonio Meade of the ruling PRI party, currently running third in polls, has argued that nobody in Mexico should be above the law, not even the president.
Meade said last month he would ask lawmakers to present a bill to eliminate political immunity.
Reporting by Anthony Esposito and Ana Isabel Martinez; Editing by Matthew Lewis
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Signature Boiled Chicken (Half) SG$14.
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I am an advocate of using unit testing wherever possible. This is because it allows repeatable tests to run, usually in a fraction of a second. Using unit tests allows me to be confident that later updates will not affect the current functionality.
One of the issues with unit testing I had with unit testing for Dynamics plugins & coded activities
- I did not want to be performing actions against an instance
because part of the reason the test could fail is if the record the test is expecting to be there has been deleted
- I did not want to test the connection to the platform. The unit tests should just test the code, not the overall platform.
To prevent connecting to an actual instance, we can utilise Mocks.
In a unit test, mock objects can simulate thehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mock_object
behaviorof complex, real objects and are therefore useful when a real object is impractical or impossible to incorporate into a unit test.
In this example, I will be using a Mocking Framework called FakeXrmEasy. This is a fantastic framework which allows most (if not all) of Dynamics functionality to be replicated. The website provides good examples of how to use it – but I'll go through another example in this post.
Test Scenario
The plugin that I will be using for this example is simple. It trigger on PreOperation when an Account is created. It will take the name & address1_city fields and concatenate them into another field called new_nameandcity.
The tests that I will run on this plugin are:
- It should work when name and address1_city are provided
- It should throw an exception when address1_city is not provided
In my example, I have created a new Unit Test project (I am using MS Test, but this framework does work with others, like NUnit). Inside the Unit Test project, open NuGet and search for FakeXrmEasy, then install the version that matches your target instance of Dynamics.
Alternatively, you can use the NuGet console to install directly from the command line – the names follow the pattern 'FakeXrmEasy.version', for exampleFakeXrmEasy.365.
Plugin Modification
If you are using the Dynamics 365 Toolkit to generate the plugin structure, then you should see that the plugin constructor accepts secure &
For the unit test framework to be able to access the plugin, another constructor needs to be added which accepts no parameters. I thought that a parameterless constructor had to be added, but Betim Beja has pointed out that he has updated the framework to allow the plugin instance to be created & then passed it to ExecutePlugin.
In this example, I have also added a property which I use to determine if the plugin is being executed by the unit test runner or by the Dynamics system. I have done this to highlight that sometimes your code may need to be modified to run correctly in both environments. In my example, I am running on Create in PreOperation. If the code is executed within Dynamics, then the Update command cannot be called at the end otherwise an exception is shown regarding record not existing. However, if Update
The two unit tests are included below. A sample project has also been uploaded to GitHub.
Account Created Unit Test – Successful
Account Created Unit Test – Exception Thrown
Hopefully you can see how easy unit testing can be when using the FakeXrmEasy framework. Although unit testing can cause a bit more work upfront, it easily pays for itself through reduced bugs being introduced at later dates.
Unit testing will also allow more confidence when refactoring or adding new functionality as you can re-run all of the tests in seconds to make sure none of the previous functionality has changed.
It is important to remember that unit tests need to be maintained overtime. If the functionality is meant to change, then the unit test needs to be updated to include this. You may also forget to test certain scenarios, when this is noticed, the unit tests should be added again. The aim is to have every execution path covered.
Further Functionality
In a previous post, I demonstrated using Azure DevOps (was previously named Visual Studio Team Services) pipelines to automated deployment of managed solutions using Dynamics 365 Build Tools. It is possible to integrate unit tests into the pipeline, to prevent deployment of solutions if the unit tests fail. I will cover how to do this in a later blog.


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~Choosing a South Bend Remodeling Contractor~
When choosing a Remodeling Contractor, these few tips will help ensure whether the process is peaceful or fodder for future campfire stories.
Referrals and Reviews:
We use reviews to check the quality of most everything we purchase these days so it should be no different when you are hiring a South Bend Remodeling Contractor. Start with the big ones like Google, The Better Business Bureau, Facebook and Angie's List and you will quickly find whether or not this is a company worth making it on your short list. Pay attention to not only the amount and quality of the reviews that have been posted, but also check the dates. How many do they have in the last 3-6 months.
Expertise and Qualification:
Insurance: This is a huge part of the equation that you need to ensure you get from your remodeling contractor. Correct insurance in the construction industry is not inexpensive, so the more unscrupulous or unsuccessful contractors will let it lapse or not carry the correct kind. Insurance protects you in the event that a worker is injured on the job, or does damage to your home.
Stability: The Remodeling industry is very easy to get into and because of this everyone and their brother is a "contractor". However, it takes years to learn the craft and an equally long time to perfect the business side of the equation. You should look for a remodeling contractor who has an established business with well thought out systems and methods.
- Do they have a physical office location?
- How far back does their online presence go?
- Is their website updated?
- Are their vehicles and employees easily identifiable?
- Are they apart of local professional organizations like the Home Builders Association (HBA), or the Chamber of Commerce?
You can learn a lot from your remodeling contractor by the quality of the estimates
Your Remodeling Contractor's Paper Work
You can learn a lot from your remodeling contractor by the quality of the estimates, contracts and other documents they provide you. A contractor who is sloppy here tends to have the same issues throughout the entire project.
Sales Materials: Are the sales materials well thought out and put together? Good remodeling contractors take pride over every facet of customer contact. If you can see they have spent time crafting a pleasing image here, there is a good chance they have taken the same kind of care throughout the rest of the business.
Estimate: Make sure that the you ask if they will be giving you a detailed line by line estimate. There is a tricky tendency on the part of some businesses to quickly throw together an estimate knowing that they'll be able to get you on the back end with change orders. Even ask to see a sample estimate.
Contract: Make sure that at a minimum, the following details are spelled out in the contract
- What is the process for change orders?
- What is the payment schedule?
- Do you get charged a fee if you pay by credit card?
- What happens if the job takes longer than planned?
- What's the process for settling disputes?
- What's their warranty information
What you are looking for is a full continuation of professionalism from start to finish. If multiple people have given good reviews; they have provided you with a clear and detailed estimate; the contract contains all the pertinent information, then you have an excellent reason to believe that you remodeling experience will be a smooth and headache free.
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Here are 4 reasons she could be on the Democrats' 2016 National Ticket:
Democratic Unifier – Throughout the 2007 and 2008 Primary Season, Schultz was resolute in her support for Hillary Clinton. Whether on TV, radio, or in the blogosphere, Schultz was an unflappable supporter. But when Barack Obama won the Democratic Nomination, Schultz quickly endorsed him and campaigned vigorously. None of this has been lost on any of the Democratic Party constituencies. Her tireless efforts to unify the Obama and Clinton camps won her kudos from the party faithful, and instantly made her a power player in national politics.
Florida, Florida, Florida – Schultz represents Florida in the U.S. Congress, and coincidentally, Florida is a swing state and a bellwether state, as both major political parties covet its huge batch of electoral votes. It has heavily Democratic Miami, heavily Republican Jacksonville, as well as the sparsely populated panhandle which is also reliably Republican. But Schultz is the type of Floridian who could tap into and solidify the robust population growth among the I-4 corridor that connects Daytona Beach, Orlando, and Tampa. This would keep the state Democratic.
Her Jewish Heritage – For years, it was a forgone conclusion that a Jewish American would never make it to The White House. But with the more tolerant views of 80 million politically involved millennials (who helped elect President Obama), Schultz' Jewish heritage won't be a liability. It would be interesting to see how she approaches the protracted Israeli-Palestinian conflict which continues to impact our Middle East Foreign Policy. Moreover, her presence would ensure a record turnout among American Jews – a turnout that could be higher than even Joseph Lieberman was able to deliver as the V.P. Candidate for Al Gore in 2000.
The Years 2016 & 2020 – What's the significance of 2016? Because it's the 100th anniversary of Jeannette Rankin being the first woman elected to the Congress. Her election was all the more remarkable because women couldn't vote at that time, and were clearly relegated to second class citizenship. All of this means 2016 will be sturdy a bridge to 2020, which is the 100th anniversary of the woman's right to vote in America. See how things could shape up? It promises to be a very reflective, euphoric, and celebratory period, and Schultz (with her considerable political gifts) could take full advantage of the great national mood 2016 & 2020 will engender.


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South London trio Happyness have just released their self produced debut LP Weird Little Birthday, and if you're looking for one of those almost melancholic yet chilled collections, then this may be just the ticket.
Having recently concluded a UK tour and with plans to visit the US later this year, this is an LP which is already making waves.
The album has been described as dealing with the morning after, as well as the night before – and yet it opens with such youthful exuberance.
Naked Patients has a beat that ticks along wonderfully, delivering the kind of 'feel good' vibe you just want to share with your mates on those hazy and lazy summer days…. And even lazier summer evenings. Think Foster The People and you're not too far away from where this track wants to take you.
The gloriously titled Great Minds Think Alike, All Brains Taste The Same is another enthralling and catchy track which only reinforces the feeling that we're dealing with a band who are bursting with promise. A slight change of direction as Ed Harcourt features with vocals on Pumpkin Noir works very well indeed as the album seeming unfolds to reveal itself as the perfect bag of tricks – a bright, hazy collection of colour – chilled but delivered with a sense of humour.
But whilst the first half of the album is brimming with joyful bliss, the second half tends to walk away – almost sulking – in a direction almost all of it's own.. And it was going so well.
Not that a directional change or a slight drop in tone is necessarily a bad thing, of course. But in this case the final six tracks serve as quite a contradiction to the previous six. Again, nothing wrong with contradiction I hear you say – and I would fully agree, but my point is highlighted rather well by track 7, Weird Little Birthday Girl. Here we find a track which is nine minutes in length – when we think of such length we reminisce over the likes of Blur's Tender and expect the same level of captivation. To do so in this case (as I did) would be a mistake. To put it bluntly, well… It just drags on a bit – to the point where you're contemplating hitting skip because what you're now listening to feels more like filler as opposed to the continued exploration of sound which was diverse up to this point. Perhaps this wouldn't be such an issue if some of the album's more catchy and exciting offerings were more than a mere two minutes long – begging the question why a 12 track album? Why not a less confusing (and more to the point) 10?
Weird Little Birthday is one of those difficult to explain compilations. As an announcement it works well. It's purpose is to ask rather than to tell – but that's just fine because having heard it, I desperately want to hear more before I make up my mind on this curiously intriguing trio. And let's be honest… You can't say fairer than that when it comes to a debut album!
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A High Court judge has dismissed a legal bid to stop the amalgamation of two Belfast secondary schools.
Mr Justice Treacy's decision clears the way for the planned closure of Newtownbreda High and Knockbreda High.
Both are now set to shut so that one new school can be created in the area.
Full reasons for rejecting the challenge to Education Minister John O'Dowd's plans will be given at a later date.
The future amalgamation was announced in January after viability assessments were carried out.
Falling enrolment numbers formed part of the basis for concluding a change was required.
The parents of pupils at Newtownbreda High went to court in an attempt to have the plans quashed, claiming their children's education will suffer.
One of those involved is the mother of a dyslexic girl who fears her progress may be jeopardised by the move.
Their lawyers claimed Mr O'Dowd took the decision without proper reasoning and consultation.
The proper course of action would have been to just close Knockbreda and integrate its pupils into Newtownbreda, according to their case.
It was stressed that school inspectors have given an improved rating to Newtownbreda High, up from satisfactory to good.
Mr Justice Treacy was also told that an ethos of supporting and nurturing pupils could be destroyed by opening a new school.
With the new school due to open its doors next year, the process to identify and appoint a principal is understood to be at an advanced stage. As part of their campaign pupils also wrote to Mr O'Dowd directly, urging him to reconsider his plans.
An email from one fourth-year girl at Newtownbreda, read out in court, attributed her high A-C grades to the "amazing" teaching staff.
She asked the minister: "Why not just close Knockbreda? We don't deserve to close."
However, counsel for Mr O'Dowd insisted he had taken everything into account as part of a detailed analysis.
Suggestions that the minister conducted little more than a box-ticking exercise were rejected.
Lawyers for the South Eastern Education and Library Board also submitted that the challenge was out of time because the original development proposals were published more than a year ago.
Belfast Telegraph


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Aug 16, 2010 3:43 AM GMT
I've been trying to get back into the gym but my insecurities are getting in the way. First off, I have always been very insecure with my body, so I've finally decided to do something about it and change it. The problem is, when I head to the gym, I feel like a total idiot. It always seems that I'm the only skinny guy there trying to lift weights. I always feel like everyone is watching me, which I know is not true at all. Anyone have any tips to get over this? Anyone else been in this situation before?


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Smart Ideas: Finances Revisited
Money Saving Tips to Cut Family Expenses
When it comes to taking care of a family, any parent will confirm to you that it does not come cheap. In addition to laying food on the table for the family and making sure that the house is comfortable for their stay, you will additionally need to think about other things like entertainment and leisure, education charges, transportation and much more. Lucky enough for you, there are some sensible ways in which you can cut on the expenses and save on your monthly expenses.
Families that are looking at cutting on their monthly expenses and save more can follow these tips:
Grocery Saving Tips
When it comes to the family expenses, it is undisputable that the monthly groceries take up a significant part of the budget. Shopping at discount groceries store is a good thing for families as it allows you to make your budget stretch more. Planning your meals is also a good idea since it makes it easier for you to determine what type of groceries you will need to buy for the week or month, reducing the risk of overspending on things that you will not need. You can also save on grocery money by joining the grocery store loyalty schemes when available or by using vouchers from online discount sites.
Currently, most families have two vehicles; if this is the case with your family, you might want to consider cutting back on just one. This is a good move both to the environment as well as it saves you a substantial amount of money by choosing to run and insure one vehicle rather than two. If on the other hand, you are unable to cut down on just one vehicle, it is a good idea that you consider buying a much smaller, cheaper one to replace one of the cars. Ensure that the new car costs less to insure and is more economical on gas. Although electric cars are expensive on the initial purchase, they are a cheaper alternative when it comes to their monthly running expenses.
Consolidate your Debts
Often, parents find themselves in a situation whereby they have to take of other debts in addition to their monthly expenses like paying for hire purchase agreements, and credit cards. It is most recommended that whenever possible, they seek to consolidate these debts.
Entertainment and Leisure
When it comes to entertaining yourself and your family, there are some ways in which you can save money. For instance, you can find local events with free admission and choose to visit attractions that offer tickets for children for free. This can save you a substantial amount of money. In your home, you can choose to use DVDs instead of the cable TV, or sign up for services like Netflix to save maximumly.


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We've been asked to look at Profit in 60 Seconds, which is a signal service/Software that is supposed to give you signals to enter trades when alerted.
if you've been around Binaryoptiontrading.com long enough, you know how we feel about 60 second binary trades. No matter which market you are in, predicting market conditions in that short period of time is one of the most difficult things to do. Sure, there are tons of gimmicks out there that will allow you to find good trades on a daily basis, but when it comes to a short term expiry, it's best to really know what you're doing before trading.
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We'll go over what we think about this product and how it may help or not help you as a trader. The topics below cover most of the areas that need to be talked about before you purchase this signaling service.
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You first need to understand what 60 second binary options are.
Most traders come into binary options thinking they can make a quick buck. However, it's quite the opposite when you first get going.
Although trading binaries is quite easy to do, you really need to be on top your toes when it comes to trading. A lot of people think they can just hit the go button and make $1000 off of a $200 account.
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The truth is, trading is quite difficult and very risky. It's up to you and your emotional levels to become a good trader. If you can't handle the risk or can't afford to lose money then please hit the back button and exit this website immediately. We are not here to force you to do anything.
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We hope you only trade with money that won't hurt you in the long run in the case of drastic losses.
Sixty Second binary options get you in a trade and out of a trade in exactly one minute. Although it is one of the coolest things on the platform, it's also one of the most dangerous. You need to decide whether the asset will go up or down from the moment you hit TRADE.
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Without a true system, it's nearly impossible to predict if the price will budge up or down. However, there are ways to watch the market and predict areas of support and resistance. Using profit in 60 seconds will help you dictate whether the price will go up or down.
The question is, will you be ready to act quickly enough to enter a trade.
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What are Sixty Second Binary Options?
The marketing for this product is excellent and the website is very clean. This makes you believe that a lot of money has been put into it. A pretty significant bonus about their product is their month long trial. We will go over in more detail below, but you can see it here if you want to skip ahead.
The software downloads to your desktop computer and provide signals on multiple assets throughout the day. Once the signal is provided, it's up to you to enter the trade at your broker. The question is, are you quick enough to enter the trade as soon as the signal is given.
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They say you have about 1 min. to take the entry after the signal is produced. They also rate each signal to allow you to enter with a smaller risk amount or a higher risk amount depending on the probability.
This will all be discretionary considering most Sixty second binary brokers offer five dollar minimums and $100 maximums.
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It's been observed that the signaling software has given out over 50 signals in a day, but more commonly you will see around 20-30.
With so many signals available each day it's best to pick one or two assets to follow. This will allow you to stay focused and try to take the best signals possible.
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There's no sense in wasting trades where you can't get in on them.
What Assets Do They Trade?
Currently the product watches 22 currency pairs.
Obviously here at binaryoptiontrading.com we like the EURUSD the best.
When it comes down to signals however, having more is better. Remember to watch pairs that you've followed in the past. You do not want to be left in the dark watching pairs that you don't know anything about.
If you are questioning any particular signal on a particular currency pair it's probably best not to take the trade.
What do you have to do to get a Trial?
A nice feature that they offer is a free 30 day trial.
They mention the word FREE because you don't have to pay for the software.
However, there is a caveat. You will need to open a new broker account at either Traderush or Redwood Options to get the free trial software.
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Not only will this new account need to be created, you also have to make a deposit of $200. If you don't make the deposit you will not have access to the software. You could purchase the product for $997. With the numbers they are talking about it in their performance reports, this is not that much.
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We currently have accounts at Redwood options and Traderush. We've requested a free demo account of their software to test it live. Once we have that information we will provide it for you both on video and on this website.
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Something to consider when looking at a product is the performance reports. Over the past few weeks we've noticed some really good results. This is where you need to think about whether this is true or not.
When they are taking 30 trades and having 26 winners, three losers and one tie, you need to think about whether they are true or not.
How did they come up with these numbers?
If a signal service/software is something you are looking for than this may be the best on the market. Profit in 60 seconds provides a lot of things that most traders want.
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I normally start my day by taking a short (1 mile or so) walk "around the block".
Sometimes I take my camera with me.
It was foggy Saturday morning.
The great thing about fog is it really makes spirderwebs stand out.
Spiderwebs on ordinary things really look very beautiful, so the conditions that allow photographing them are a treat. Here's one on a branch
and one on a grass seedhead
I did see other things besides spiderwebs on this walk. Here's a few.
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New Zealand cricket coach Mike Hesson called on his fast bowlers to welcome Indian batsmen with aggression when they clash with the visitors in the five-match ODI series starting here on Sunday.
Hesson wants his bowlers not to repeat the mistakes they committed during the West Indies series, when their pacemen let the visitors off the hook.
"It's aggression in terms of where you bowl the ball, the pace you bowl and the areas you bowl. You're not just running up and putting it there and hoping good things will happen, you're actually trying to make things happen. We've got a few guys who do that naturally so we'll certainly be encouraging that," Hesson was quoted as saying by a website.
"If you just try and deny there comes a time in the game with only four fielders out where it's extremely hard to defend. If you're able to keep taking wickets at the top you can control those middle overs. That's a pattern that's worked well for us and one we'd certainly look to continue," Hesson said.
Hesson said the pitch at the McLean Park will play true to its character.
"Quick, bouncy, a good wicket, a high scoring game, that's the pattern we get there and it's been pretty consistent," he said.
Curator Phil Stoyanoff has also said that even though the surface would be hard and bouncy, it will be a high-scoring game where pacemen can be punished to the short side boundaries if they err in line.
Hesson also hoped to play new sensation Adam Milne, who troubled the Caribbean batsmen with his raw pace, in the Napier ODI. Tim Southee is sure to play and either Milne, Mitchell McClenaghan or Kyle Mills will miss out.
Hesson said Mills has been an asset to the team and if he makes it to the playing XI, he will have the new ball.
"Kyle has been a great performer for a long time and if he plays he'll use the new ball. We used him first change in the subcontinent and he did a good job. But him not having the new ball here negates some of his qualities. All four of the guys know that there's competition for places and that's a really good thing," Hesson said.
New Zealand arrived here on Thursday while the Indians landed on Monday.
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Scarface Arrested After Receiving BET "I Am Hip Hop Award"
October 12th, 2015
The Houston rapper is reportedly still in jail.
After accepting the "I Am Hip Hop Award" at the taping of the 2015 BET Hip Hop Awards Friday (October 9), Scarface was arrested, FreddyO reports.
"After Scarface exited the stage heading back to the celebrity trailers there were 10 sheriffs waiting to arrest him," the site says. "Sources revealed that Scarface had a warrant and he was not suppose to leave the State of Texas. Scarface was so concerned about accepting his award and not disappointing his fans he risked being arrested. Snoop [Dogg] was back stage when Scarface was arrested and was upset that the great moment ended on a sour note. The incident resulted in the show being delayed."
The awards ceremony took place in Atlanta and will be aired Tuesday (October 13).
Alive 11, an NBC affiliate in Atlanta, says that the Houston rapper was arrested for unpaid child support.
Today, he is still in police custody at Fulton County jail, according to TMZ.
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This FNM Black Knight Games will be running some special Eternal Masters events as part of our Holiday Festivities!
The Drafts will take place at the same time as our normal FNM Booster Draft. Draft Pods will be formed in a first come first serve basis – so it would be wise to pre-register to save yourself a spot!
When: Friday, December 23rd, 6:30pm (registration begins at 6pm) – Reserve your spot!
Entry Fee: $50.00
Prize Pool: For every 2 participants we will add an Eternal Masters pack to the prize pool.
Pods: We will make pods of 6-10, so as long as we have at least 6 players we will be able to run at some combination of pods and sizes.
Don't miss this opportunity to get in some games of Eternal Masters!


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Our galleries of 19th- and 20th-century European art includes a special presentation of figurative paintings by Pablo Picasso, Francis Bacon, Lucian Freud and Chaïm Soutine on loan from the Lewis Collection.
These are shown alongside works from the Gallery's collection, including ones by Vincent van Gogh, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Alberto Giacometti.
This section of the Gallery is also home to British Victorian paintings and sculptures, many collected from the earliest days of the Gallery.
View collection works on display in 19th & 20th c European art
See also the European galleries
From the front entrance, ground level
- Head through the vestibule into the entrance court
- On your right you will see three large archways. 19th & 20th c European art is through the furthest archway
Accessible directions
From the rear entrance, lower level 1
- Take the lift (on your left) up one level, to G
- Turn right into the entrance court and head towards the front of the Gallery
- On your left you will see three large archways. 19th & 20th c European art is through the closest archway


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Raymond Rowley
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Raymond Rowley
Senior Law Enforcement Advisor
In July 2010 Ray concluded a 36 year criminal justice career that included 24 years as a special agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives where he held a Top Secret-SCI clearance. Ray held a variety of field and headquarters positions with ATF including supervising a firearms and violent crime task force; supervising the development and delivery of basic and advanced training programs; serving as an Assistant Special Agent in Charge of ATF's New England operations and as Chief of Staff to the Assistant Director for Field Operations and as Chief of ATF's Firearms Programs Division where he was responsible for leading the development of firearms and tobacco enforcement programs and policies. Ray was additionally selected to lead the Department of Justice public safety and security planning and operational readiness coordination component of the National Response Plan, a position designed to ensure effective crisis and consequence management during all-hazard emergencies potentially requiring federal law enforcement assistance.
In October 2011 Ray joined the Brand and Trade Channel Integrity Department at Altria Client Services as a Law Enforcement Engagement Manger where he provided law enforcement engagement and training services designed to protect Altria operating company brands and trade channels from counterfeiters and smugglers. Specific duties included developing effective relationships with key law enforcement agencies; developing law enforcement engagement and training strategies and developing and delivering contraband cigarette training to law enforcement personnel; supporting law enforcement operations through on-site operational assistance and product authentication; leveraging law enforcement relationships in the sharing of information and intelligence; speaking at law enforcement conferences and trade shows on matters pertaining to the illicit tobacco trade and working collaboratively with third party private investigative vendors to advance brand integrity initiatives.
Ray has performed consulting services for a service-disabled veteran owned small business specializing in emergency preparedness and public safety and served as an adjunct criminal justice professor at George Mason University where he designed, marketed and delivered an undergraduate course that explored the many issues pertaining to firearms in America with emphasis on gun laws, policy and politics. Ray has additionally been a frequent speaker at many law enforcement academies, conferences and training schools.
A native of Long Island, New York, Ray earned a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from George Mason University and Master's degrees from George Washington University and the National Defense University, a senior leadership development school operated by the Department of Defense.


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Ted Baker London Launches In-Store Portrait Service With Instagram
To draw customers in to shop its painterly spring collection, UK fashion label Ted Baker is launching a digital portrait service at its stores in the UK, New York and Dublin.
Consumers are invited to stop by Ted Baker's stores in London, New York, Dublin, Glasgow, Brighton, Manchester Trafford and Leeds on Saturday, March 17. There, shoppers will be invited to try on pieces from the collection and pose for a photo in designated photobooths. Their looks will be shot using Instagram, which will then be transmitted to the 11 illustrators stationed at Ted Baker's London HQ for the occasion.
The artists, a mix of fashion illustrators, traditional watercolorists and contemporary graphic artists, will then choose to recreate the images that inspire them in the media of their choice. Digital copies will be sent immediately to those whose portraits are created and posted to Ted Baker's Facebook page; a signed, framed original will be sent to them soon after. Live and time-lapse videos of the illustrators at work will also be distributed on social channels.
The promotion is the latest in a string of fun and engaging retail campaigns that involve online and offline customers simultaneously. In November 2010, Ted Baker opened a live, Twitter-operated styling studio at its London headquarters. Over a two-hour period, a selection of U.S. fashion bloggers used Twitter to direct hair stylists, makeup artists, runners and models to create different looks from Ted Baker's Autumn/Winter 2010 collection, which were then broadcast on a public livestream and on Twitter. Last fall, the label invited shoppers to don masks and pose for fashion bloggers, who took shoppers' photos using Instagram and uploaded them to Facebook and other social networks.


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We all have dreams. Things we want to do in our lifetime. Things we want to see. Places we want to go. For me, it is important to write these dreams down so I can keep them in focus. I like my Bucket List to be a long-term to do list and not a list of things I will never do.
Last week, Gabriela from Gabriela Here and There tweeted that she has been to 77 countries. 77 is quite an impressive number and it made me think about how many countries I have been to. And if I haven't forgotten anything it is 18. This inspired me to compile this list of all the countries I have visited.
It was my first backpacking trip, my first trip to South East Asia and a lot of other firsts. It was very scary at first but thanks to the warm welcome of all the other travellers that vanished soon. I learned a lot of new things during those two weeks. First of all that two weeks is way too short. It's more like a sneak peek than an actual trip.
If you are ever traveling to Thailand you might consider going scuba diving. If you have never done any kind of diving before, this is the perfect place to get your PADI Open Water certification. Even if you're not traveling to Thailand you should probably give scuba diving a try. About 71% of our planet is covered in water and you are missing out big time if you never discover the world below. There is nothing like your first breath under water. And if you travel solo, I HIGHLY recommend scuba diving because you can't dive alone
Dubai is well-known for it's luxuries, for the fancy hotels and the expensive cars. If you have enough of relaxing on the beach and in the spas there's also another side to Dubai. Adrenaline junkies won't get enough of this desert city.
Traveling solo can be scary. And it will be, especially the first time. You're alone. No one can help you. You're in a foreign country. You don't speak the language. You don't know what you're doing. These were all fears I had before going on my first trip alone. As it turned out, most of those fears aren't true and the others are only half as bad
I had two weeks off this summer. I knew that almost since the beginning of the year but I had no idea what to do during those two weeks. I ended up booking a flight to Thailand. One day in advance. I knew nothing about Thailand, had no idea what I was going to do there and where I'd stay. Oh, and I also went there alone.
Now this is a very short one. I didn't really do much on my last day except fly home which I didn't think was that interesting. I also got a little tour around the Emirates Headquarters which was very interesting. Thanks to Sumudu for the tour. 🙂
If you're in the middle of the desert you'd think water is rare. That's definitely not the case in Atlantis Aquaventure. A lot of crazy slides offer a full day of fun. Obviously the slide with a trap door which I was looking forward to the most was closed that day. This is also recommended for the thrill seekers out their.
A few kilometers away from the fancy skyscrapers of Downton Dubai there's also sand. A lot of sand in fact. I definitely recommend doing a desert tour. It was my first time in any desert and seeing sand and nothing but sand was impressive. Driving over sand dunes in a SUV is also a lot of fun.