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As part of the process through which NFPA staff provides answers to technical questions received from members and AHJs, one stakeholder recently asked about compliance rates for fire door assemblies inspected yearly, as required by NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives. I took the question to mean: "What percentage of fire door assemblies fail the required yearly inspection?"
In my mind, the inquiry asks the wrong question; even if I had the statistics requested, providing them would not be helpful. A fire door assembly can fail the inspection if any of scores of elements/features have anything wrong with them. The failure of some of those features should carry a heavier weight than others, but they don't; a violation is a violation; any violation fails the fire door assembly. Thus, we are hearing fire door assembly inspectors say things like ___% fail the inspection (I'm leaving it to others to fill in the blank, but I'm often hearing numbers as high as 50, 60, 70, or even 80 percent).
Consider three examples of violations that have differing importance:
- Some metal plates for attaching the arms of a hydraulic door closer to the top jamb/soffit are fabricated with five pre-drilled holes for the passage of screws for attaching the plate; very often one of those holes does not have a fastener; a missing fastener is a violation; such violation fails the fire door assembly. The deficiency can be repaired, almost immediately, using readily available tools, like a drill and screwdriver, and readily available parts, like screws matching those provided by the manufacturer of the closing device. The repair takes almost no time and can be performed without disassembling the fire door. The door assembly can then be removed from the failures portion of the report or, perhaps, not added to the failures report in the first place, especially if the facility performs a pre-inspection prior to the required yearly inspection or has an effective on-going maintenance program.
- A door leaf has sagged, within its frame, such that the clearance is excessive between the top edge of the latch stile and the rabbet at the top of the frame. Relatedly, the clearance is excessive between the upper portion of the edge of the hinge stile and the rabbet at the side of the frame. The clearance violations can be corrected by installing steel shims behind portions of one or more of the hinges. Effective shimming takes considerable skill; the facility has no one on staff who can successfully accomplish the needed shimming; a professional will be brought in to perform the work. The violation cannot be immediately corrected; such condition must be reported as a failure. Had the facility performed a pre-inspection or had an effective on-going maintenance program, the condition could have been noted earlier and corrective action taken so the door would pass the required yearly inspection.
- A fire door assembly has a door leaf that is so warped that the door leaf face is not in alignment with the face of the door frame, meaning that some portion of the latch stile doesn't contact the stops built into the frame. The gaps are noticeable and, obviously, the fire door assembly will not prevent fire from getting to the unexposed side. The door leaf, at minimum, and perhaps the door frame, must be replaced. Based on availability of a door leaf that meets the facility's needs, the violation might not be able to be corrected for days or weeks. Such condition must be reported as a failure on the inspection report. Remedial action must commence immediately.
Rather than asking for a statistical report of the overall failure rate of fire door assemblies inspected, a more useful request might be: What percent of the fire door assemblies in a facility would fail a re-inspection conducted a few days after the initial inspection? This would help weed out the noise created by minor violations in contrast with violations that your gut feeling tells you might keep the fire door assembly from performing as intended under fire conditions.
Such question could help to ensure that inspection reports get utilized immediately to commence remedial action, especially for minor issues that might have been avoided by an effective maintenance program or if pre-inspections had been conducted. Where a facility ignores the inspection report and does not immediately correct the violations that are easy to correct, all violations will be considered to carry equal weight. Together, the violations might place the facility into serious non-compliance.

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Road safety services & information
20mph areas for residential roads
Areas of the borough with enforced 20mph speed limits and areas under proposal.
Junior Travel Ambassadors (JTAs)
Junior travel ambassadors help to promote safer, active and independent travel within the school community in a fun and engaging way.
School Travel
Travelling to and from School or place of education
Croydon young drivers
Our young driver and passenger provision offers a number of programmes aimed at different target groups depending on size and dynamics. Annual budget allocations determine the programmes offered each year.
Moving from junior to senior school
Road safety and travel advice for parents of children moving up to senior school.
Community Roadwatch
Mobile phones and driving
Mobile phones and driving safely.
Mates matter
We're calling on friends to do what they do best – look out for each other. Specifically, we're calling for mates not to let their mates drink drive.
Advice and information for motorcyclists.
Road Safety videos for Primary Schools
Road collision and casualty statistics 1990 - 2012
This gives details of collision and casualties for 1990 - 2012.
School crossing patrol service
Provision of the school crossing patrol service
Pre-school road safety
The Children's Traffic Club teaches road safety to pre-school children. Enrol your child or organisation now to receive free books and resources.
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She draws upon her background in law, finance, and journalism to advise management teams and boards of directors on multi-stakeholder communications around complex business and financial issues, including restructurings.
Sherri draws upon her background in law, finance, and journalism to advise management teams and boards of directors on communications strategies in a wide range of financial and special situations across a variety of industries. Among other areas, Sherri provides strategic counsel in Financial Restructuring & Bankruptcy; Mergers & Acquisitions; Litigation Support; Crisis & Issues Management; and Specialized Investor Relations.
With 15 years of experience in the bankruptcy and restructuring arena, Sherri brings a nuanced understanding of this complex landscape to her advising of both public and private companies facing capital structure, liquidity, financial disclosure, and other mission critical communications issues.
Prior to joining Kekst CNC, Sherri was a Managing Director at Finsbury, where she oversaw a number of complex and high-profile restructuring assignments. Before her career in strategic communications, she was a Bloomberg News legal columnist, reporting on Chapter 11 case developments, trends, and court decisions affecting the restructuring landscape and financial markets. She was previously at William Blair & Company, working with distressed as well as healthy companies on sale and refinancing transactions. Sherri began her career as a lawyer at Weil, Gotshal & Manges, spending almost eight years in the firm's business finance & restructuring group advising on an extensive range of restructuring, M&A, and financing engagements. She represented debtors, creditors, lenders, and acquirers of assets in Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings, handing transactional work as well as litigation.
Sherri holds a B.A. in English from the University of Michigan and a J.D. degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where she was a supervising editor of the Cardozo Law Review. She is a member of the bar in New York.
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Should you file for an annulment?
Annulments do not happen every day in Indiana, as it has the effect of voiding a marriage. There are only two very specific circumstances under which a court can grant an annulment: 1) One party to the marriage was incapable because of age or mental incompetency to enter into a marriage contract, or 2) One of the parties to the marriage induced the other into the marriage by fraud. Proving mental incapacity or fraud is not easy and definitely not your typical situation... but it does happen! If you believe a loved one was not capable of consenting to a marriage but was taken advantage of-- annulment may be an option to completely void and erase the marriage.
The benefit of an annulment? The order renders the marriage non-existent or void... as if it never occurred. And if the marriage never occurred, there's no separation of property, etc. An annulment may be less desirable if children were born of the marriage. However, a court will treat the children as if born to a legitimate marriage and resolve all children-related issues through the normal process. Of course, none of the above legal process impacts a person's decision to pursue an annulment for religious reasons through his or her church.


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"Stony Island Hotel", being decorated in a sophisticated Japanese style, is a perfect place for celebrating special events. Especially for newlyweds who want to spend your wedding night or celebrate the beginning of the honeymoon.
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No 'magic bullet' for preventing repeat DUI offenses
Support crucial to addiction recovery
This is part of a series on drunken driving issues in Connecticut.
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NEW HAVEN >> The last DUI charge Ed Avery received, he was riding on a scooter.
"I didn't have a license, but I thought I could drive a scooter," Avery said. "Since I didn't have a license, I got a ticket."
Avery, 58, and now living at the Roger Sherman House, a transitional halfway house for men discharged from the correctional system in New Haven, had lost his license after a charge of driving under the influence in 2004.
He received his fifth and last DUI charge in August 2010.
That September, Avery was sentenced to jail for four years.
"They gave me two weeks to get ready; I had to pack," Avery said. "I wanted 30 days but they didn't give me any leeway."
With a DUI charge in 2004 and another from March 2010, Avery was not past the 10-year mark, when his prior offenses would have ceased counting against him.
For Avery, drinking and being in the car was what he was used to doing since, as a teenager, he and his friends would drink in the car out on a bridge in Somers.
Avery, who is now receiving services from the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven, said he also never really thought he had a problem.
"I would go through spurts where I felt like I was drinking too much, and I should slow down," Avery said.
Avery said he was used to a lifestyle that included alcohol daily.
"My father was in construction. Someone would go get beer after work, but now times have changed and I didn't" change, he said.
State laws became stricter for drinking and driving, but Avery said he never changed.
Growing up in Somers, Avery said he had little access to public transportation. "You would be at home cooking, having a couple beers, need something from the store, so you would run to the store to go get it," Avery said.
Once Avery lost his license, he said it became even harder to avoid driving, since he worked seven days a week.
"I probably could have gotten rides to go to the store but I didn't want to bother anybody," he said.
Once it starts, it's hard to stop
Lindsay Oberleitner, associate research scientist at the Yale School of Medicine and associate director of the Forensic Drug Diversion (ForDD) Clinic, said that while reasons for driving drunk vary, many clients report disbelief that they were impaired at the time of their offense, felt they lacked reasoning as a result of intoxication as well as believing they had no other option but to drive (such as an emergency that required transportation or escaping a dangerous situation).
"Clients' reports of why they repeat drunk driving varies," Oberleitner said. "Some clients report that they were unaware that they were over the legal limit for drinking this time or did not believe they would be caught.
"Other clients report a picture consistent with symptoms of more serious substance-dependence symptoms," she said.
Whatever the reasoning, Dr. Robert Plant, chief clinical officer at Wellmore Behavioral Health in Waterbury and Shelton, said the depth and severity of the issue for those who receive multiple DUI offenses lands on the more severe end of addiction.
"Alcoholism and other addictions are chronic issues that don't go away," Plant said.
Oberleitner said 25 percent of the clients being treated at ForDD are DUI offenders and 20 percent are repeat offenders.
During treatment, clients have described a wide range of reactions to their first DUI charge.
"For some clients, the event of being arrested for their drinking can serve as the first evidence that they may have a problem with alcohol or other substance use," Oberleitner said. "For other clients, they may perceive the arrest as an unlucky occurrence or deny their use or driving under the influence is problematic."
Oberleitner said there is a final group of clients who struggle with a more serious problem of substance dependence and that a DUI offense is just one of many personal, social, occupational and health issues related to their disorder.
These clients typically will have received multiple DUI charges and have difficulty controlling their drinking despite consequences or simply have an inability to stop despite a desire to do so.
"One of the biggest challenges and what I have recognized over the years is addiction really tends to be chronic with a high risk for relapse," Plant said. "It is rare that a person comes into treatment once, ends their addiction and goes on to a happy, productive life."
Plant said it is more likely that it will take several episodes of treatment before a client reaches a level of recovery.
"There is no magic bullet," Plant said. "If you can convince folks of treatment, they will get better."
Finding good support and positive relationships is crucial to sustaining recovery, according to Plant. Teaching them problem-solving skills, how to get along better with people, how to refuse substances they have been addicted to, how to analyze a situation where they may be at high risk for relapse are important, as are coping skills, in case support they had during treatment goes away.
In Plant's program, clients are a part of an intensive outpatient program in which they may receive three hours a day of treatment, group therapy, psychiatric resources, medication management, cognitive behavioral therapies or motivational interviewing, depending on needs.
Oberleitner said her program provides similar services, such as evidence-based individual and group treatment, treatment to combat psychiatric or trauma-related symptoms or treatment plans with monitoring. Each client has his or her own plan and services are tailored toward their needs.
Dr. Ismene Petrakis, chief of psychiatry for the VA Connecticut Healthcare System and a professor of psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, said that for some clients, court-ordered treatments can be the most effective.
"There are generally two pieces to (recovery)," Plant said. "One is recognizing that this is really causing harm in my life and others cannot deny anymore, while the other piece is whether or not folks have hopefulness."
Plant said that, even then, people who don't have hope of recovering may be able to recognize the harm they are doing to themselves and those around them and find some hope that they can get over their addiction.
"Unfortunately, some get so deeply into it (their addiction), they cannot imagine a life without it," Plant said. "It is frightening almost, like being underwater without oxygen."
For clients such as this, Plant said caregivers can use a harm-reduction approach where they will recommend to the client that if they struggle to stay abstinent, find the situation that will cause the least amount of harm to those around them.
"If you get rough with your children when you drink, which some people do, don't drink around your children," Plant said.
"Certainly the best thing you can do with addiction is stay abstinent but, short of that, you can give them 10 things they can do to lessen people getting hurt," he said.
Finding a way to move forward
Avery said it was hard for him to handle being sentenced to jail, but he understood he needed to change and move somewhere else once he was released where he could have access to public transportation.
While in jail, Avery said he enrolled in college and secured a job in the recreational department at the prison. Avery had the opportunity to be a part of the Department of Correction DUI Home Confinement Program, which allows offenders to take part in a five-week educational course while incarcerated before being released earlier than their sentence dictates for a house-arrest, community-based part of the program. Avery was eligible but did not have a required sponsor.
Avery was still allowed out earlier than his sentence dictated and was released on Sept. 3 after three years in prison. He was sent to a 42-day inpatient program, the Brooklyn/Bridge Program in Brooklyn, Conn., where he went to five sessions a day to combat substance-abuse issues. He met with two different clinicians each day, attended a meditation session as well as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
Now living at the Roger Sherman House, Avery (who served in the Marines from 1974-78) said he is attending meetings for substance abuse through the VA in West Haven and is enrolling in classes again. Avery said he would like to be able to get down to Florida to take care of his mother.
"I am going to stay living near a bus line or get a ride," Avery said. "You don't want to go through what I went through. Most people don't listen, but find a ride if you can."
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Which dishes are you going to send to the Chow Down to Eurovision 2015 #BuildingBrunches Final?
Seventeen dishes and countries battle it out to secure the 10 available places in the final.....you have the power to decide!
The results are in and the countries moving onto the final of Chow Down to Eurovision 2015 #BuildingBrunches are:........in no particular order......
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Communication regarding fluoroquinolones
National authorities have been urged to enforce this ruling and to take all appropriate measures to promote the correct use of this class of antibiotics. It is vitally important that urologists are fully informed of the impact of this decision on their daily clinical practice.
Fluoroquinolones should not be used for the:
Prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections.
Prevention of infection after surgeries or interventions in the urogenital
system, including transurethral surgery or transrectal prostate biopsy
Treatment of sepsis
Other indications have been maintained e.g. treatment of complicated UTI and bacterial prostatitis; restricted; or reworded according to the current medical knowledge.
More information on this topic can be accessed via the European Medicines Agency website.


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What is django rest framework?
How to get data into my database use by django rest framework?
It is not PHP. Django is Python Framework. In honestly, I don't understand what you want to know. I guess you want to know about "Serializer ".
In your question; you asked about saving to database. Which database are you using. Please check following code about saving in basic serializer.
request.method == 'POST':
data = JSONParser().parse(request)
serializer = SnippetSerializer(data=data)
if serializer.is_valid():
return JSONResponse(serializer.data, status=201)
return JSONResponse(serializer.errors, status=400)
Please read more from this following link.
1. http://www.django-rest-framework.org/api-guide/serializers/
To use django rest framework, If you have experience in python, It will be easier.
If you want to learn python from basic, I prefer this site. I also started to learn python from that site.
I'm use mysql database. I want to get data from django rest framework and that data is output json and api format. It is possible, request data from framework to mysql database using
json_decode("") method. Please help. It is possible or not.
Of course; you can use mysql database and request data with django framework. And it is also possible to decode.
Thanks. I request data from django but it get data from one pangination page. I mean that this is show by pangination. Data is very much and record is nearly 1lakhs. So, I get all data. Is it possible?
In programming, there is two limitation (just my assumption).
First one is language can't support the feature and Second one is performance can't support.
Let back to your question,
In the programming point of view, that is possible.
But, as your statement, Data is very much and record is nearly 1lakhs. So, I get all data. Is it possible?. You may need to take care about performance.
Most of my time, I work with Django and Cassandra Database. So I am not sure about performance of using django with mySQL. I hope, it will be ok.
Thanks for your time. I am clean understand for your explains to me.


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Today's podcast on Beyond The Hustle is about going after what you want, even when there are obstacles ahead. There are people out there who only want the result, they want the good life, the success, but they aren't willing to put in the work and, most importantly, face their fears and obstacles. Listen to … read the full post


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Ek Nayi Pehchan 28th January 2014 Written Episode Update
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Sakshi tells Sharda that she wont go to coaching classes as you would study at home from today onwards. I will teach you. Before Sharda can say something Suresh calls out for her and she has to go. Sakshi follows her inside.
Kaveri tells Sharda that sir has been looking for you since so long. He is asking for the black shirt that matches with this particular coat. Sakshi remembers that she had given it to the laundry man but he dint return it. I dint notice it I don't know how I made such a big mistake. Kaveri tells Sakshi that madam doesn't know how to count but she has never made any such mistake. Sharda tries to reply something but Suresh comes looking for her. he asks for his shirt. Sharda doesn't let Sakshi say anything. It's been left with the laundry guy by mistake. Suresh points out that all this has been happening as she isn't focusing at home. You had gone to study. Look at the condition of this house….what has happened to it in just a day's time! This house is incomplete without you and so are you. She nods. It will be good for us if you accept it as soon as possible that this home only is your identity. Fix me another suit with a matching shirt I am getting late for the meeting. He leaves for his room. Kaveri gives Suresh's coat to Sharda. Sakshi stops her. She apologizes to her as this all has happened because of me. sharda smiles assuring her that its fine. She goes to give him another suit to wear.
Pratik's friends want a bigger party from him as he has got such a big car from Latika. She comes there agreeing to throw an equally great party. Their friends praise Latika (big hearted) and call Pratik a useless man. He is getting hurt by their remarks. They continue praising Latika. Beauty with brains and a bank balance. You have got great in-laws too. Now ask for a matching house to go with the car. Pratik comments that it wont be a big issue for them. Right Latika? Their friends take leave. Pratik goes out to see them off. Latika looks upset. She asks Pratik if he doesn't think that he shouldn't have behaved the way he just did in front of their friends. If you don't want or like the car gifted by me then what's the point of showing it in front of them? she calls it his ego. He clarifies it to be his self respect. She cannot understand what's his problem in raising his standard a little. He replies that your husband's respect diminishes in raising his standard like this. But you wont understand this…maybe you never would!
Sharda is working on a saree. She sends off Kaveri to get some stuff from the terrace. Sakshi comes there with a notebook and pen for her. She puts it in Sharda's hands and takes the saree from her. Sharda remarks that she never gives up but I have given up. Sakshi shakes her head. The ones who lose give up. Sharda agrees with Suresh. My life is within this house, not outside. Sakshi agrees with her. only the light (outlook) will broaden and it is said that we find a lot many lost things in light. You too will get a new identity. I am with you. Sharda declines. I wont be able to do it. She lists down the household works that she has to finish or attend to. Sakshi is not stopping her to do any of it. Just take out a little time for yourself too. You live the life of a mom, wife, DIL all the time. Just live like Sharda for some time. Sharda looks at the diary in her hand and gets thinking.
They both are seated on a sofa now with the notepad spread in front of them. Sakshi holds out a pen for Sharda asking her to write down A, B, C & D. Sharda takes the pen hesitantly but gives up before writing anything. I don't know it. Sakshi asks her to try atleast as she always says that the ones who try never lose. Sakshi shows her how to write and asks her to repeat it. Sharda is writing A when a phone rings. Sakshi stops her and asks Kaveri to attend to the call. Sharda finishes writing A. As she starts with B, the doorbell rings. Sakshi stops her again and Sharda answers that Kaveri will see to it. She resumes but then the cooker whistles and she gets up to go as Suresh doesn't like the way Kaveri does it.
Sharda's dal is overcooked. She opens the cooker and keeps the top over the notepad which gets smeared with food. She goes outside while cleaning it and stops seeing Suresh and Latika. He tells her about the guests who will be coming over tonight. He notices the notepad in her hand and asks her about it. Sakshi comes out by now. Sakshi answers on her behalf. I am teaching mom. This way she wouldn't have to go out to study and your reputation wont be hampered. Anyways you haven't rejected the idea of ma studying. You only denied for her to go out and study so I thought that I will teach ma. Suresh and Latika are not liking it. Suresh smiles though. Some people learn to live while it is the reverse with the others. Maybe Sharda belongs to the first category. She has learnt what all she has to learn to live. I don't think she is interested in learning anything more. But anyways I wont stop you. You are the new DIL of the house. You too need some activity to keep yourself engaged in the house. But I hope Sharda doesn't throw dal on your intentions just like she has on the notebook. Sharda looks down sadly. Sakshi holds her hand and cleans the mess on the notebook while the title song plays in the background. She brings the notebook closer to her and they both smile / nod reassuringly at each other.
Sakshi puts a whiteboard and duster. Today they will learn English. Sharda declines knowing any sort of English when Sakshi tells her that she talks this language every day. Sakshi asks about everyone's whereabouts. Sharda replies using the words college, office, factory, school, tv. Sakshi points out that all these words are English. It turns out you know it some ways so why to be scared of something which you know. They both smile. Sakshi decides upon making her learn some sentences. Sakshi begins with basic greeting styles. Sharda keeps asking her many questions and words which sound similar but mean different things. Sharda is getting confused as she finds the language weird. She runs off to immerse sandal wood in water even though Sakshi keeps asking her not to.
Sharda thinks of the effort that Sakshi is putting in in teaching her. but I have so much to do I don't know if I would be able to learn it or not. sakshi comes there asking her if she is done. Sharda tells her the process by which it will be ready for tomorrow's puja. Sakshi decides to wait there only. Sharda feigns having a headache. Sakshi is about to go get balm for her but Sharda assures her it will be fine if she rests down a little. Sakshi agrees to manage all this work. Sharda leaves from there.
Sharda has got all the stuff ready for the puja. Dadi asks her if she ate something. Don't you get tired of working so much? Sharda smiles in reply. I had. Tiredness doesn't come from body but from heart. The work which someone likes, doesn't tire people. Our whole life is lit by Saraswati Ma's blessings so there should be light in her puja too. Dadi gets happy. sakshi comes there and is a little shocked to see Sharda making a garland for puja. She recalls how Sharda talked of having a headache. She looks at the notepad she is holding in her hand amazed. Why did ma make an excuse? This is wrong. She is about to confront Sharda but stops as she notices Dadi sitting there. Guilt takes over when someone's lie is caught. I want to encourage ma instead of filling her with guilt. This is the reason why she is making up excuses but I have to understand that this is equally tough for her to study just like it is tough for a small kid to learn how to walk. There is going to be a puja of Ma Saraswati tomorrow. now she only will give her the strength to study. My heart says that Saraswati Ma will definitely light up your life with her knowledge.
Next morning, Sharda is busy checking on the arrangements for the puja. Sakshi comes down wearing a yellow saree which mesmerizes Sharda. She appreciates her about the same and puts kajal behind her ear to ward off any evil eye. Sakshi asks for her health (headache). Sharda recalls after a minute. I took medicine at night. A few ladies from our neighbourhood are coming whom I teach embroidery so I wont be able to study today. sakshi agrees. We will study tomorrow.
Priest has come. Everyone greets him and Dadi asks him to start the puja. Suresh asks for Karan. Someone go and tell him that Saraswati Ma is waiting for him in the puja. Sakshi thinks that maybe he is still upset that's why he dint come in the puja. She goes to talk to him. suresh asks Sharda to call Latika asking her to come soon as the puja is about to begin. Sharda agrees to call her.
Karan, in his room, is recalling his dad's harsh words to his mom about calling all this a betrayal. Sakshi comes there to talk to him but he walks off from there. She follows him. I know you are upset and you are justified. Doing the right thing by using a wrong medium is wrong only. Everyone is upset because of me especially papa. Ma had to hear so much because of me. it wont be repeated ever I assure you. Please forgive me.
Precap: Sharda accepts Sakshi as her guru in front of Ma Saraswati. I will work hard to learn what you will be teaching me along with the other household work. This is my promise to my guru, to you. Gurur brahma chant is playing in the background. Sharda bends down to touch her feet but Sakshi stops her.
Update Credit to: Pooja


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I was trying out the antivirus program Avast and I ran the boot time scan feature, where it scans your computer during the boot process, before viruses have a chance to initialize. A couple of files came up as corrupted, and so I deleted them.
When my computer booted up, all the services were disabled (as a result of this, the taskbar looks like the old Win98 gray task bar). So I'm assuming I deleted something important, which doesn't make sense if the files I deleted were corrupted (the OS couldn't use them anyway). So I thought I'd run a system restore, but the service for that was disabled, so I enabled the Volume Shadow Copy service (if I had to enable something else too, let me know).
I ran System Restore again and this time I didn't get the disabled service error, but now it tells me that no restore points have been created, which doesn't make sense because Windows should make them regularly. So I can't restore to the working state either... It might be possible that Avast thought the system restore files were corrupt and that's what I deleted, that's just a theory.
I'm running the system file checker with the command sfc /scannnow to see if there's a corrupted file problem.
Any help to fixing the problem or restoring my computer to it's previous state would be helpful. My computer is running Windows 7.
For now, I can simply re-enable all services, but I'd prefer restoring to the previous state, as I'm positive something else must have been wrong to have caused this problem, and enabling all services (including ones that weren't enabled before) leads to slow boot and run times.
sfc didn't find any problems.


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It used to be that flowers were a bell-weather for the global "mood." When people were upset, they'd buy flowers. When people were happy, they'd buy flowers. Whether cheerful sunflowers or somber roses, it would seem that flowers would be recession-proof.
But, on the set of "Worldwide Exchange" this morning, 1-800 Flowers CEO Jim McCann told me that's not the case.
"I've been in business for 35 years. We've had 33 years of growth and in two, not so much. What we found out is that we're a discretionary product," he said, adding that it's not so much that people cut back on gifting during tough economic times; they cut down on all spending in general. "When people aren't working or they're intimidated about what's going on around them, the security of their job, the security of their home, they're not spending money with anybody."
McCann said that most people assume his business is based around major holidays, like Christmas and Valentine's Day, but, he said, "It's the everyday occasions that drive our business." Birthdays, anniversaries, and sympathy flowers provide the company's primary business—and those events are, for better or worse, happening all the time.
Despite a few slower years than usual, 1-800 Flowers is doing fine. It's the smaller businesses and vendors that the company relies on that are having a tough time. "
"Companies we used to work with or compete with are now coming to us and saying, 'I used to have a credit line in my bank and it's not available any more," he said.
The loss of these smaller vendors translates into fewer jobs, as well. "It's a sad state when the credit crisis is impacting so many small businesses," McCann said. "As we know, small businesses are generally the businesses that hire first when things start to turn."
Just sayin' ...I know McCann is all over his commercials. But, I'd be a great spokeswoman for the flower industry and picking up that small business activity. I mean, (boys,) I think everyday is an occasion for flowers.
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- The kiwi fruit slice pops and hard boiled egg pops
- The napkins folded into the shape of bunnies
- The Easter baskets hanging at staggered lengths from the ceiling
- and MORE!
Party Stylist: Mónica Alvarez Montaner of 501 Cosas
Photographer: EBYN
Paper die cuts, Easter baskets, paper bags and wood clothespins: 501 Cosas Shop
Porcelain bunnies: Deco Palace
Green curtains: Ikea
Doll house: Toys R Us
Glass containers: Eroski
Ribbon: Papelera Oscense
Fabric for chair ribbons: Tejidos Julian Lopez
Napkins: Carrefour
Items used in this party available in Kara's Party Ideas Shop:
Glass Milk Bottles
Flexible Straws
Here's what Monica said about planning the party– "Easter Egg Hunts are not a Spanish tradition, but since we are a half American family, (my husband is from North Carolina) we introduced this holiday to our small town in Huesca. Ever since my oldest son Kevin (11 years old now) was small we have been celebrating this lovely holiday with our friends. This year I was inspired from the little bunnies I found in a store (Deco Palace) in Zaragoza, and I thought it would be nice to make the bunny house the focal point of the table. Using my kid's doll house I built some planters for it and filled them with flowers that are available in our garden now, the muscaris, and from there everything came easy. It was really fun to style it, and even more fun to have our friends over again!!"


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The 3rd NYC Retails and Sales Pet Expo is coming up on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 from 2pm – 8pm in the Gold ballroom at the Hotel Pennsylvania, smack dab in the middle of Manhattan! With ease of location, (directly across the street from Penn station), pet friendly hotel and perfect fall weather – it's the best time forretailers, veterinarians, groomers, media and vendors to attend this boutique mini-trade show for the pet industry.
This show is featuring many 'New' pet product vendors that are made in the USA and some who have just launched here. Presented by American Pet Professionals, LLC and Whitegate PR, this is the "paw-fect" opportunity for pet retailers to meet the makers of fabulous American-made pet products. The last event was a big hit among the vendors there, many telling the organizers of the show that this was their best show ever. Approximately 250 people were in attendance to meet the vendors and the majority of which were retailers.
Retailers for the upcoming October show have been RSVPing since March of this year and big names retailers are among those RSVP and even from as far away as the Cayman Islands!
"This event is a great opportunity for you to get your product in front of retailers, press and pet industry influencers all in one day," states Dana Humphrey, Founder and President of Whitegate PR.
The NYC Re-tails & Sales Pet Expo helps to shine a light on companies who go above and beyond to create quality products that are safe and healthy for our pets. Vendors at this exclusive boutique expo will feature the newest 'Made in America' pet products on display and for sale.
Vendors that are already lined up for the October show are: Auburn Leathercrafters; Nulo Pet Food; Smartcookee Company; Grandma Mae's; Scout & Zoe's; Doggables Scoops; PMI Lint Rollers; Canagan Pet Foods and there is limited vendor space left.
Press and pet celebrities will be in attendance as well as retailers traveling from distances including Boston, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Long Island to see and shop for products for their pet stores. In addition, Pet Age Magazine as this year's Presenting Media Sponsor.
"We're thrilled to release the date of this year's expo so those in the NYC and tri-state area can mark their calendars," expresses Nancy Hassel, Founder and President of American Pet Professionals, "The NYC Re-tails & Sales Expo has had much success over the previous two years; however, the upcoming 'New' Pet Product Showcase is expected to be bigger and better than ever before!"
When: Tuesday, October 13, 2015 from 2:00pm – 8:00pm.
Where: Hotel Pennsylvania
401 7th Ave, New York, NY 10001
For media requests about the upcoming expo, contact Dana Humphrey at firstname.lastname@example.com or call (619) 414-9307 or contact Nancy Hassel at firstname.lastname@example.com or call (631) 446-1105.
For more information about the expo or to become a vendor go to: www.RetailsandSalesPetExpo.com
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Whitegate PR specializes in delivering multifaceted marketing and strategic public relations campaigns, effective in reaching target audiences to meet – and exceed – client's goals. Whitegate PR aims to bring each organization's market share to the next level, providing creative strategies and solutions unique to each company.
For more on Whitegate PR visit www.WhitegatePR.com
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American Pet Professionals is a Business Networking Group for the pet industry established in 2009, formerly Long Island Pet Professionals. Our organization is the first networking group in the pet industry dedicated to all pet professionals in any area of the industry! In-person networking events occur in different locations every 6-weeks featuring different guest expert speakers, mix and mingles and on-line networking, educational programs, classes for the pet professional at any level are offered through APP.
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Diagnostic Imaging Studies
The ImageCare Centers provide the most advanced diagnostic imaging.
MRI, MRA, Breast MRI, MRI Arthrogram
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to make pictures of organs and structures inside the body. In many cases, MRI gives different information about structures in the body than can be seen with an X-ray, ultrasound, or computed tomography (CT) scan. MRI also may show problems that cannot be seen with other imaging methods. For an MRI test, the area of the body being studied is placed inside a special machine that contains a strong magnet. Pictures from an MRI scan are digital images that can be saved and stored on a computer for more study. The images also can be reviewed remotely, such as in a clinic or an operating room. In some cases, contrast material may be used during the MRI scan to show certain structures more clearly
CT, CTA, CT Arthrogram
A computed tomography (CT) scan uses X-rays to make detailed pictures of structures inside of the body. During the test, you will lie on a table that is attached to the CT scanner, which is a large doughnut-shaped machine. The CT scanner sends X-rays through the body area being studied. Each rotation of the scanner provides a picture of a thin slice of the organ or area. All of the pictures are saved as a group on a computer. They also can be printed. In some cases, a dye called contrast material may be used. It may be put in a vein (IV) in your arm, or it may be placed into other parts of your body (such as the rectum or a joint) to see those areas better. For some types of CT scans, you drink the dye. The dye makes structures and organs easier to see on the CT pictures. A CT scan can be used to study all parts of your body, such as the chest, belly, pelvis, or an arm or leg. It can take pictures of body organs, such as the liver, pancreas, intestines, kidneys, bladder, adrenal glands, lungs, and heart. It also can study blood vessels, bones, and the spinal cord.
Positrom Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography, also called PET Imaging or a PET Scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. Nuclear medicine is a branch of medical imaging that uses small amounts of radioactive material to determine the severity of a variety of diseases. Because nuclear medicine procedures are able to pinpoint molecular activity within the body, they offer the potential to identify disease in its earliest stages, as well as a patient's immediate response to therapeutic intervention.
OB/GYN, Breast, Abdomen, Vascular, General, Ultrasound Guided Biopsy
Ultrasound testing helps in the diagnosis of a wide range of diseases and conditions, including stomach problems, gallbladder or pancreas problems, and abdominal pain. During an ultrasound test, high-frequency sound waves, inaudible to the human ear, are transmitted through body tissues using an instrument called a transducer, which transmits the information to a computer that displays the information on a monitor. Ultrasound is used to create images of soft tissue structures, such as the gallbladder, liver, kidneys, pancreas, bladder, and other organs and parts of the body. Ultrasound can also measure the flow of blood in the arteries to detect blockages. Ultrasound testing is safe and easy to perform.
Mammography is specialized medical imaging that uses a low-dose x-ray system to see inside the breasts. A mammography exam, called a mammogram, aids in the early detection and diagnosis of breast diseases in women. 3D mamography is an FDA approved technology that compliments traditional 2D mammography. When 3D and 2D mammography are used together, some studies show it many improve cancer detection rates. While traditional mammography generates a 2D image, tomosynthesis creates a 3D image of the breast allowing the radiologist to evaluate thing mammography sections of the breast, minimizing superimposed tissue.
An x-ray (radiograph) is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. Imaging with x-rays involves exposing a part of the body to a small dose of ionizing radiation to produce pictures of the inside of the body. X-rays are the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging.
DEXA Bone Densitometry
Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is the preferred technique for measuring bone mineral density (BMD). DEXA is relatively easy to perform and the amount of radiation exposure is low. A DEXA scanner is a machine that produces two X-ray beams, each with different energy levels. One beam is high energy while the other is low energy. The amount of X-rays that pass through the bone is measured for each beam. This will vary depending on the thickness of the bone. Based on the difference between the two beams, the bone density can be measured.


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LOUISVILLE, Ky.�� A Jefferson County grand jury has indicted one of three Louisville officers will�face criminal charges in the March 13 fatal police shooting of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor.
It was announced Wednesday:
� Former detective Brett Hankison was indicted on three counts of�first-degree wanton endangerment.
� Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly was not indicted.
� Detective Myles Cosgrove was not indicted.
The announcement comes after Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron's office presented its findings to the grand jury earlier this week. His team has been investigating the Taylor shooting since May.
In anticipation of Cameron's announcement, Mayor Greg�Fischer invoked a 72-hour curfew, effective Wednesday night, from 9 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Last week, Fischer announced the city agreed to a $12 million settlement with Breonna Taylor's family that includes more than a dozen police reforms.
The uncertainty swirling around the decision on possible criminal charges in Taylor's death has drawn both local and international attention as protesters have marched and chanted on Louisville's streets for 119 consecutive days.
Protesters in Louisville and supporters across the U.S. have called for "justice for Breonna" and other Black Americans, such as George Floyd in Minneapolis,�who have been killed by police.
Taylor's death and the ensuing protests have been showcased in news reports and in public statements by celebrities, athletes, sports leagues and politicians from Joe Biden to Beyonce to LeBron James, all�calling for justice and the arrest of the officers who the unarmed Louisville woman.
In the past week, the tension escalated to an unnerving pitch as national network crews arrived in Louisville and rumors spread�wildly that a decision was imminent,�only to be proven wrong again and again.
Wednesday's announcement comes as images�of a restricted downtown Louisville have flashed across the world.
Downtown has taken on the appearance of a city under siege,�with plywood nailed across business fronts and concrete barriers cordoning off a 25-block perimeter.
Louisville Metro Police interim Chief Robert Schroeder said the restrictions, long planned�amid �unprecedented times,� were meant�to protect public safety,�property, protesters and avoid�conflicts between drivers and demonstrators.
Protesters will still be able to access downtown on foot to demonstrate and retain their First Amendment rights, city officials said.
�I hope all of this is not needed,� Schroeder said.
Through it all, Cameron, a rookie�Republican attorney general elected in November 2019 and a protege of Majority Leader Mtich McConnell, has stayed quiet. Until the decision came down today.
The ER technician was killed after officers used a "no-knock" search warrant at her apartment shortly before 1 a.m. March 13, looking for drugs and cash as part of a larger narcotics investigation connected to her former boyfriend.
Police knocked on the door and said they announced themselves before using a battering ram to force their way inside. Kenneth Walker, Taylor's boyfriend, said they were in bed when they heard pounding at the door, asked who it was and heard no response.
When the door burst open, Walker fired a single shot from his Glock handgun. Police said that round hit Mattingly in the thigh, severing an artery.
Mattingly, Cosgrove and Hankison fired more than two dozen rounds in response, spraying the apartment. Her death certificate says she was hit five times. She died in her hallway.
Walker was charged with the attempted murder of a police officer and assault before those charges were dropped at the request of Commonwealth's Attorney Tom Wine.
Mattingly and Cosgrove have�been on administrative reassignment since the shooting. Hankison was fired for firing indiscriminately into Taylor's apartment.
The officers involved have not spoken publicly until Tuesday, when Mattingly sent a 2 a.m. email to more than 1,000 colleagues saying they had done the "legal, moral and ethical thing that night."
Walker has since filed a lawsuit against the department, arguing he is a victim of police misconduct and seeking immunity from prosecution. And his attorney, Steve Romines, has questioned whether Mattingly was accidentally shot by fellow officers in the mayhem.
The FBI is also investigating Taylor's death for possible civil rights violations by the officers.


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I've hit a bit of a rock at the moment with my weight loss, so I'm taking a break and reviewing my progress so far. Earlier in the year I started my journey after hitting the biggest I had ever been. You can read about how I started HERE and my progress HERE. As a blogger I have had great opportunities to try and review new goodies frequently. Not all have been as life changing as Slimpod, I still have a long way to go but I know I'm on the right path.
Here is my progress so far! Before & After pictures :-)


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Slideshow: http://pix11.com/2016/09/13/book-event-celebrates-nycs-iconic-storefronts/
Thank you PIX11!
Please join us TONIGHT Wednesday, September 14th from 7-9pm to celebrate the release of our newest book, Store Front II, at The MOSCOT Gallery & Music Space. 👓
The MOSCOT Gallery & Music Space 108 Orchard Street (at the corner of Delancey). NY, NY
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
7:00 - 9:00 pm
For more information, call (212) 477-3796
The evening will feature Store Front II photography, with a focus on the Lower East Side, and a Q&A session, followed by a book signing and reception. FREE WINE 🍷 Light bites and dim sum generously provided by Nom Wah Tea Parlor 🍢@nomwahteaparlor
About Store Front II: The Murrays have been capturing impeccable photographs from the streets of New York City since the 1990s. Store Front II chronicles their continued efforts to document a little-known but vitally important cross-section of New York's "Mom and Pop" economy. From MOSCOT @moscotnyc to Sammy's Roumanian Steak House, and Economy Candy to Parisi Bakery, the Murrays reveal how New York's long-standing mom and pop businesses stand in sharp contrast to the city's rapidly evolving corporate facade. The photo above of Nom Wah Tea Parlor appears in our book "New York Nights".


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Blepharitis is a noncontagious inflammation of the eyelids that affects eyelid margins–the area where the lashes grow. This common condition may cause redness, discomfort, itchiness and a stinging or burning sensation. Often associated with bacterial infections and certain skin disorders, blepharitis tends to recur, making it difficult to treat and manage.
Symptoms and Complications Associated with Blepharitis
General symptoms. While it blepharitis does not pose a serious threat to vision, it can be an uncomfortable and unsightly condition. Some symptoms include:
- Irritated, red, itchy and swollen eyelids
- Watery eyes and frequent blinking
- Eyelids that are coated with an oily substance and appear greasy
- Dandruff-like scales or skin flakes around the eyes
- Sticky eyelids
- Crustiness along the lashes, particularly after sleeping
- Increased sensitivity to light
Complications. If you have blepharitis, you may also experience complications and secondary infections:
- Abnormal growth or loss of eyelashes. Blepharitis can cause the eyelashes to grow inward, toward the eye (misdirected eyelashes). As a result, the lashes rub against the surface of the eye, causing further irritation.
- Skin problems and scarring. Chronic blepharitis can lead to scarring of the hair follicles, eyelid edges and the eyelid.
- Excessive tearing and dry eyes. The condition can cause irregularities in the tear film, the solution that forms tears. Factors such as abnormal or diminished oil secretions and excess skin debris can affect the compositional balance of the tear film, which then interferes with healthy and proper lubrication of the eyelids. If the eyes do not have sufficient lubrication, the risk of corneal infection becomes greater. In addition, wearing contact lenses may become difficult.
- Styes and Chalazia. The blockage of oil ducts can result in a bacterial infection and the formation of a stye or a chalazion. A stye is a tender red bump or abscess that usually develops near the base of the eyelashes. Unlike a stye, a chalazion usually forms in the eyelid.
- Recurrent conjunctivitis (pink eye). Blepharitis can make you more susceptible to chronic pink eye, a swelling of the conjunctiva, the thin, transparent moist membrane that lines the surface of the eye and inner surface of the eyelid.
- Damage to the cornea. Constant irritation, misdirected eyelashes, and insufficient lubrication can cause a lesion to form on the cornea and increase the chances of infection.
Forms of Blepharitis
Blepharitis has two basic types, based on the location of the eyelid where the problem occurs: anterior blepharitis and posterior blepharitis. Anterior blepharitis involves the outer edge of the eyelid where the eyelashes are located. Posterior blepharitis, the more common of the two forms, involves the inner eyelid and is related to abnormal secretions from the oil glands (termed the meibomian glands).
Causes and Risk Factors
The exact cause of blepharitis is not always known. However, the condition if often associated with certain risk factors such as bacterial infections and eyelash mites or lice. Individuals who have the following skin conditions and sensitivities may be more prone to blepharitis:
- Oily skin or problems with oil glands in the eyelids (meibomian glands)
- Dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp and eyebrows)
- Acne rosacea, which leads to inflamed skin
- Allergies, including allergic reactions to eye medications and products
- Dry eyes
In general, different factors are associated with the two forms of blepharitis. Anterior blepharitis is most commonly related to the presence of bacteria (Staphylococcus) and scalp dandruff. Posterior blepharitis is typically connected to acne rosacea and dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis).
Diagnosis of Blepharitis at Beach Eye Medical Group in Huntington Beach, Orange County
If you are suffering from any type of eye irritation, it is important to have the problem properly diagnosed–particularly in the case of blepharitis. At Beach Eye Medical Group in Huntington Beach, Orange County our eye doctors will carefully examine your eyelids and eyes under magnification. In certain cases, a Beach Eye doctor will gently swab your eye to collect a sample of the oil coating or crust. This sample will be analyzed to determine if there is bacteria, fungi or allergens present.
Unfortunately, blepharitis is often a chronic condition; however, it can be managed with daily attention and therapeutics. Self-care and good hygiene practices may be sufficient to control blepharitis flare-ups. Come common at-home remedies include:
- Applying warm compresses to loosen scales and debris around your eyelashes.
- Gently scrubbing the eyelids with a lint-free cloth to clean the edges of your eyelids.
- Cleansing the eyelids with tea tree oil or shampoo to help control of dandruff and mites.
- Discontinuing the use of eye makeup.
Depending on the severity of your blepharitis or level of infection, your Beach Eye doctor may prescribe medications to address the issue and alleviate symptoms. Medications can include:
- Topical or oral antibiotics to fight a bacterial infection
- Steroid eyedrops or ointments to control inflammation
- Topical cyclosporine to treat dry eyes associated with blepharitis
In some instances, a patient may be advised to seek treatment for an underlying condition–such as rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis– that is related to blepharitis.
If you have blepharitis symptoms and signs that are ongoing, contact Beach Eye Medical Group to make an appointment for a comprehensive examination.


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Hearing Aids Store in Brockville
Hearing loss can impact your life in many ways. It can prevent you from fulfilling working duties and it can stop you from communicating effectively with your loved ones. Here at Thousand Islands Hearing, we're committed to helping our clients find the ideal hearing aids for their unique needs. We have built a product selection that combines the very best in the marketplace with affordable pricing to ensure all local area clients have access the highest quality hearing aids.
Clients turn to Thousand Islands Hearing for:
- Hearing products
Our selection of Hearing products is unparalleled across the marketplace. We offer the latest hearing aids to clients throughout the region to ensure optimal hearing and comfort.
- Expert services
In addition to offering high caliber hearing aids from the top manufacturers, Thousand Islands Hearing is also known for its expert services. We can offer ear plugs for swimming, noise reduction, amplification and musicians, cerumen removal, assistive listening devices such as alerting systems, hearing aids, compatible amplified phones, and alarms.
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While Terminator: Genisys is not great and is what only amounts to an only decent sequel, although it is more of a sequel/remake-reboot hybrid in the vein of Jurassic World. It is the sequel that should have been made following Terminator 2: Judgment Day. I have not seen, nor do I care to see the one they made with Christian Bale. Frankly, the only reason that Genisys appeared on radar at all leading up to its release was that Emilia Clarke was playing Sarah Conner in this iteration. Clarke was great as the heroine of the film. Clarke and the visuals were the pros of the film. The FX shots were well done and looked great, and, for the most part, did not look like the CGI overload that they were. There was only one scene where I was sitting there and thought to myself "Yep; that was all done with CGI". At this point where FX shots are all done with CGI, then I define GCI overload as sitting there and constantly saying to yourself "Wow, that is a lot of CGI".
The cons of the film are that the T 1000 in this film is a rehash of the T 1000 from Judgement Day. The plot of the movie made it feel like you were watching two different movies. There is the 1984 plot that I thought there was enough there when combined with the post-judgment day bits, to carry the film. There would be plot threads involving both Sarah and John Connor that run parallel ala The Godfather Part II. Then there is the 2017 plot, which could (should?) have been the plot to the sequel to this movie. Having both plots in the film made it feel like X-Men: The Last Stand, where both of the plots individually are interesting and could make solid films, however putting both together does neither justice. There is also the fact that this otherwise decent action film contains not memorable action set pieces.
That only leaves one thing left to touch on, the fact that in the second round of marketing for this film they spilled the beans on the fact that John Connor is a terminator. Is that something that should have been kept secret until the film rolled out, yes, did it affect the movie itself, only a little. The only damage it did was it took away the surprise of the reveal from the audience. However, the far more interesting thing about using this particular plot device is why it was implemented and its ramifications. That is something that Genisys now adds to the franchise as a whole, although if they make a sequel to Genisys I do not know where they would take it.
Overall, Terminator: Genisys is a decent action film with a great heroine and well-done FX, but lacking memorable action set pieces and not fully realizing either of the films plots. Genisys is a 2.5/5. Feel free to comment and discuss.


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Asus Zenfone 4.5 (A450CG) Firmware Update V4.3.4
Zenfone 4.5 Firmware Update V4.3.4– ASUS has updated the firmware for Zenfone 4.5 (A450CG) software Image: V4.3.4 In this firmware update there is a new feature added in Zenfone 4.5 is Do Not Disturb mode, and there was some improvement items that make Zenfone 4.5 more cool.
Improved Item:
- Increase in-call volume
- Improve in-call UI
- Add ASUS ZenUI Service for the integration of ASUS Gallery, ASUS Music, ASUS File Manager, ASUS Contacts, and ASUS Calendar
New Feature:
- Add "Do Not Disturb" mode
Steps of Update:
- Check software version of your device**
- Download device software and Update SOP (From "Manual" Item)
- Only apply to same SKU update, Example: WW->WW, CN->CN, TW->TW.
- Software update cannot transfer the software SKU and downgrade the software version.
- Wrong SKU may cause update failure, please update the same SKU version only.
How to update the firmware on Asus Zenfone 4.5 A450CG


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Nomadic Services
PENHA currently has an education project in Kassala in Eastern Sudan which is developing a relevant curriculum.
It seeks to be practical and sustainable and may even begin to change some of what is taught in other schools in the Horn.
Many children can't go to school
But there are still many children who are not able to go to school because they do not have the money for school uniforms, they do not have the books for reading or the paper for writing and do not have any shelter where they can stay near the school during the week. So they have to walk many miles to and from school every day. Less than half of the children of pastoralists even get to a primary school in the Horn of Africa.
This means that they – and their parents – are mostly not able to read or write and so unable to contribute to the future of their country. PENHA is committed to helping pastoralists to represent themselves – and this means providing education.
Supporting basic education among pastoralists in Kassala State
The generosity of the South Holland Rotary Club (based in Spalding, Lincs) allowed PENHA to distribute school equipment to seven schools.
These were in settlements which were between 15 and 170 km from the regional centre of Kassala, itself only about 20 km from the Eritrean border.
The population in this part of Sudan is mainly pastoralist though there are also many refugees from Eritrea.
Boxes and equipment given to children
A total of 525 exercise books, 855 pencils, 355 writing boards, 170 rulers, 160 pencil rubbers and 185 pencil sharpeners along with 170 bags for protecting the children's books and writing equipment were given to the school children. Some equipment for games (balls, skipping ropes and a few footballs and whistles) was also provided.
Even the boxes which were used to send the material to Sudan are being used again for sending some material for making fodder to pastoralists across the border in Eritrea. Nothing is wasted and the boxes will be used again and again.
Nomadic Education Policy Dialogues and Forums
International Nomadic Education Workshop, London June 8th 2017 (Proceedings to be published in Dec 2017)
F O R U M O N F L E X I B L E E D U C A T I O N Reaching Nomadic Populations in Africa, Garissa, Kenya 20-23 June 2006
Nomadic Education July 2004 jointly organised by PENHA and the LEAD of Leiden Univerity (see the published book of the workshop here.)


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When APW presented its inaugural festival last year, we weren't alone in taking issue with the experience: lack of food options, a fair but generally recycled undercard which played more like "a bunch of bands opening for Radiohead," an extremely restricted/overpriced drink situation designed to keep people sober and make them feel uncomfortable by boozing in pens with views of zero stages but plenty of other people prioritizing beer over music. For a festival that was nicknamed "Coachella East" in its early planning stages, the incorporation of elements from Indio's fest were superficial at best, a few structures that resembled Coachella's decor but with no deep thought given to attendees' comfort and convenience. Goldenvoice and AEG promised big changes to the festival's layout this year, and they delivered: an impressive food court with options for all, rearranged stage orientation with a solid sound system, beer pens along the length of the mainstage field with perfectly unobstructed views (limit raised from 5 to 7 drinks, still stupidly expensive though), and a lineup that honestly is better than the one I'll take in at Lollapalooza this weekend (but for one Depeche Mode). Ironically, Beastie Boys' unfortunate cancellation helped in that last regard; the band's scheduled headlining set was hardly unique to All Points West — but Jay-Z's first US festival appearance and triumphant 28-song performance was the only of its kind. Video of some of that and some more thoughts:
On any other weekend, the biggest story probably would have been let's say Jigga opening with a reverent "No Sleep 'Til Brooklyn." But when you have a quasi-destination festival (once you take the ferry to Liberty Island, you're committed) and two days of intense rainstorms, there's just no way around the All Points Wet puns. The deluge did exploit another area of shortsightedness on APW's part: little rain preparedness. Few ponchos to be purchased on the grounds, and even on a sunny Saturday, navigating the muddy fields and barnyard smell was oppressive at best. There's only so much you can do with a grassy field turned to mud, and some of these pictures demonstrate how it can make for a good time if you're down with a bilious game of slip 'n' slide, but maybe some more planks to bridge the mud pits would be helpful.
You could blame mother nature on Friday, I'll lay responsibility with Telepathe, whose excellently dark, witchy beats seemed to conjure instantly the gray clouds and high winds that would erupt into an outpour by the time Fleet Foxes presented their powerfully pastoral, lush harmonies. (The mystical feel of summoning rainstorms wasn't lost on FF either, J. Tillman telling us they felt like "sorcerers" up there. Dry sorcerers.) The rain continued through sets from the National (appropriate), Matt Berninger rewarding the die-hard/mud-soaked crowd by wading deep into it with his mic, and Vampire Weekend, whose sunny African appropriations brought balance to the stormy experience.
The wetness broke in time for Karen O's yoga moves, staying away all of Saturday for Arctic Monkeys Humbugged set and MBV's deafening display, but returned on Sunday, forcing the cancellation of all acts with a start time before 4:30PM. The Sunday show did go on, though, the fest honoring Friday's ticketholders as a sign of good will, culminating in what was reportedly a stellar set from Coldplay. In addition to just being Coldplay, the band covered "Billie Jean" (Michael Jackson's dead, y'all) and took a cue from Uncle Jay with a less reverent spin on "(You've Got To) Fight For Your Right (To Party)." We've got videos of the ColdJay covers, and here's a ton of photos of mud, bands, and more mud, most by a still soaking Abbey Braden.
Jay-Z – "No Sleep 'Til Brooklyn"
Coldplay – "(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)"
Coldplay – "Billie Jean"


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Regal Hongkong Hotel
General Description Situated in the heart of Causeway Bay, Hong Kong's vibrant commercial and shopping district, the deluxe five-star Regal Hongkong Hotel is the epitome of luxury and elegance where international business and leisure travelers are pampered with stylish comforts. Contemporary amenities and impeccable service in an opulent Baroque setting, the hotel offers all exquisite selection of gourmet dining and entertainment venues in addition to tastefully furnished guestrooms, as well as a series of refined function rooms befitting all kinds of conferences and banquets. The hotel amenities are: Airport transfer, baby sitting service, ballroom, banquet facilities, business center, concierge, conference facilities, currency exchange, disabled facilities, doctor on call, dry cleaning, gym/fitness facilities, internet access-high speed, internet access-wireless, laundry service, lift/elevator, lobby, non-smoking rooms, parking facilities-at cost, reception, restaurant, room service, safe deposit box, secretarial services, swimming pool-outdoor. Prevailing government tax (if applicable). Dining A fine dining Chinese restaurant offering creative and best-known traditional Cantonese dim sum and dishes. LocationDescription Set in elegant baroque style, the deluxe Regal Hong Kong Hotel caters to business travelers, exhibition delegates and tourists looking for comfort, style and convenience. Situated in Causeway Bay, one of Hong Kong Islands main commercial and shopping districts, Regal Hong Kong Hotel is a 5-minute taxi ride from the Hong Kong Convention & Exh`ibition Centre.
88 Yee Wo Street
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hotel Facilities
Business Center, Room Service, High-speed Internet, Fitness Room/Gym,
Restaurant, Parking, Swimming pool, Airport shuttle, Disabled Access,
Concierge, Valet Parking, Massage / Beauty Centre, Bar / Lounge, Elevator /
Lift, 24 Hour Reception, Dry Cleaning, Babysitting / Child Services, Air
Conditioned, Non-Smoking Rooms, Banquet Facilities, Conference Room(s),
Currency Exchange, Medical Assistance Available, Safe-Deposit Box, Sauna,
Mini Bar, Refrigerator, Cable / Satellite TV, Secretarial Service, In Room
Movies, Bath / Hot Tub, Coffee / Tea Maker, Hair Dryer, TV, Laundry
service, Spa bath / Jacuzzi, Direct dial phone, Ballroom, Massage, Steam
Price (approx.)
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Join a team of marine scientists on an exciting expedition off the coast of Puerto López and Machalilla National Park to track and study one of the most fascinating creatures on earth: the humpback whale. From June until October humpback whales travel more than 7,000 km from Antarctica to the shores of Machalilla National Park in Ecuador. La Isla de La Plata is considered a breeding area for different species of whales and dolphins. It is also a place where they unite together. Only in these few month you can enjoy acrobatic shows from these wonderful animals.
Marine biologists, ecologists and naturalists will guide your adventure with outstanding commentary about local environment and sharing real-time insight into whales' ecology and behavior while collecting scientific data for on going research and conservation projects.
During our encounters we may observe whales spouting while cruising along, or powerfully breaching and tail slapping while playing or fighting. It is breeding season in the Mexican Pacific so there is a lot going on! If lucky enough, we may find females nursing their calves, or maybe listen to the intriguing songs performed by males as part of their courtship ritual.
By taking part on this tour you are contributing directly to marine research and monitoring activities led by Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF) and its partners for the conservation of whales and dolphins in marine area of Machalilla National Park and Cantagallo Marine Reserve.
8 HOURS, it would take more or less, because we don't know about the behaviour of the animals. We are in the wild nature.
Meet with us in Palo Santo Travel Agency
09:15 Departure from the agency to the dock to board the boat. Meet your guide at Palo Santo Office. Our office is in the north Malecon (Malecon and Abdon Calderon), beside Itapoa Hotel, in front of the navy office.
10:50 Arrival at Isla de la Plata and we can see marine turtles marine. We have snack.
11:20 Expedition begins. Navigate offshore in search for humpback whales and other marine life around La Plata Island. Approximate travel time to whale aggregation areas and search may take 30 min. or more. Time following and documenting whale pods is approximately 2.0 hrs. In groups: Please ask us about our special schedule for groups (more than 10 passangers).
14:15 Box Lunch (fruits and sandwichs)
14:40 Snorkeling for observation of many fish species and the coral reef in La Plata Island.
15:20 Whale Watching Time
16:00 Return to Puerto López
17:00 Back at Marina (Puerto López pier)
Photographers, naturalists, teachers, nature lovers, adventurers, couples and families who want to enjoy more time with whales.
Seasickness: If you had suffer from motion or sea sickness in the past, please take your precautions.
We have three tour boats from 31 to 41 feet in length with two outboards engines, GPS, radio, confortable seats, safe jackets, bathroom and everything necessary for you to be comfortable on the trip. Although, the boats have a capacity of 30 passengers, in obedience to the regulations of Machalilla National Park, we travel every day with 16 passengers. Our main research boat seats up to 16 passengers each one.
School groups: Please ask us about our special rates for school groups. Free whale workshop in Pacific Whale Foundation.
To ensure maximum performance during observation and research, this tour is conducted on open fiberglass boats equipped with outboard engines and without extra facilites on board. Our boats carry a portable wc. There are restrooms at the marina (Puerto Lopez pier) and you will have a chance to use them before coming aboard.
Guide (English, Spanish), boat equipped with a security system, life jackets, snorkeling equipment, free drink and lunch box, bird watching, sea turtles and reef fish.
Transport to and from the Island (from Palo Santo office, Puerto Lopez) , bird and sea turtle sighting - Box lunch (sandwich + fruit + soda), bottle of water to take with you to the Island while trekking - Naturalist guide - 30 minutes of snorkelling (we provide you with full snorkel gear)
Payment of municipal taxes (1 USD), special drinks, tips.
Camera, Hat, Light jacket, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Towel, Camera.
Cash to buy cool souvenirs in our Palo Santo Office (it´s hip to tip!) or you could buy in our online store.
Good attitude!
12 USD - CD with photos and home videos of your tour. Also we included photos about Puerto López and Isla de La Plata with the marine bird, turtles and reef corals. The best gift for yourself.


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Selmatec AS operation during Covid 19.
Selmatec has taken internal review of how to act during this time in line with the local governments, WHO and CDC.
We have changed our company name from Selmatec Securities AS to Selmatec AS.
We are still the same people with the same product and services, but with a new brand.
This is why Finavia chose us
Airport operator Finavia is responsible for maintaining and developing a total of 21 airports in Finland. Selmatec Securities/Holger Hartmann OY has provided Helsinki Airport with a new kind of system to handle the cabin baggage screening. It includes automated conveyor belts, remote screening and an X-ray device. As a result, Finavia has been able to double the throughput of the redesigned lane.


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Relief for tenants as rent rises slow
In October, the average rent in England and Wales rose by 0.2% to £720 per month, the lowest monthly increase since February.
Annual rental inflation also slowed to 4.1%, a decline from 4.3% in September. Despite the slower pace of increase, rents have now risen for nine consecutive months, and stand at a new record high.
The average yield remained steady at 5.3%.
On a monthly basis, rents increased the fastest in the South East and the East of England, where they rose by 1.5% and 0.8% respectively compared to September.
Rents fell in three regions on a monthly basis, dropping by 1.4% in the North East and the South West, and by 0.8% in Wales.
Over the course of the last year, London's rents have risen faster than any other region. However, the monthly rate of increase slowed in London, with rents increasing to £1,030 a month, just a 0.1% rise compared to September.
As a result, London's annual increase also slowed in October, falling to 5.7% from 5.8% the previous month. The next biggest annual increases were in the West Midlands and the South East where rents rose 4.6% and 4.4% respectively.
Commenting, David Brown, commercial director of LSL Property Services, said: "Rents are still heading northwards, but tenants may take comfort from the fact they did not climb at such a blistering pace in October.
"The recent increases are likely to continue to level out in run up to Christmas – traditionally a slower time for the market. Nevertheless, despite the slower rate of increase, the cost of renting is still rising annually at nearly twice the speed of the average salary and many tenants will need to dedicate a growing portion of their disposable income to the cost of accommodation over the next year.
"With no sustained meaningful increase in lending in light of the ongoing eurozone crisis, we are unlikely to see a sustained drop in the number of frustrated buyers in the coming year, and underlying demand for limited accommodation will continue to push up rents in the long-term."
The total annual returns climbed in October as the annual decline in property prices slowed, and rental incomes increased. The average total annual return per property in October was 2.9%, compared to 2% in September.
In cash terms, this was an average of £4,800 – equivalent to £7,689 in rent with a capital loss of £2,889. If property prices maintain the same trend as the last three months, an investor could expect to make a total annual return of 4.5% over the next 12 months – equivalent to £7,434 per property.
David Brown continued: "Rents may be rising steadily for many tenants at present, but growing rental income is attracting investors to the sector. Property prices are below their historic peaks, yields are strong, and it is a great time for many landlords to enter the market or grow their portfolios.
"With lending to first-timers constrained, tenant demand is set to remain intense, and it is only a stronger influx of investors in the future that will help alleviate the strain on the private rented sector, and eventually stabilise the cost of renting."
Tenant finances took a turn for the worse in October, with 10.1% of all rent late or unpaid at the end of the month, compared to 8.6% by the end of September. However, despite the increase, the level remains below the previous 12 month's average of 10.3%. In October, unpaid rent totalled £287m, an increase from the £243m unpaid in the previous month.
Brown concluded: "Although rental arrears remain below the average for the year, they represent a concern for many landlords.
"The labour market is starting to feel the strain of public sector job losses, and the economy is far from healthy.
"Against this backdrop, as rents rise over the medium-term, a growing number of tenants will see their finances come under mounting pressure – and we expect tenant arrears cases to climb over the next twelve months."


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Singing Competitions 2012 – Got butterflies in your stomach?
There are a lot of singers and you want to show yourself as much as possible. A singing competition will definitely benefit you, because experience is crucial in developing a skill. Confidence on stage comes from reference experience. Are you eager to challenge yourself?
Here are four competitions you should consider.
Location: New York, US
Deadline: June 30, 2012
Genres: Opera
Entrance fee: $100 US / €75 EURO
What to expect::
1. Certificate Award as Winner of The Respighi Prize in Voice
2. Performance as featured soloist with the Chamber Orchestra of New York.
3. Recording of the concert, for archive and promotional use.
Application requirements & Repertoire:
1. Short essay detailing their possible choices of respective concerto or vocal repertoire, and how that repertoire may be inspired by (and/or programmed with) the music of Ottorino Respighi.
2. List of performances.
3. One archive CD, mp3, DVD, or other recording of a recent performance.
Age limit: under 40
More info: http://www.chamberorchestraofnewyork.org/respighi_prize_competition.html
Location: Vercelli, Italy
Dates: 20 to 27 October 2012
Deadline: July 20, 2012
Genres: Opera
Entrance fee: EUR 70
What to expect:
1. First prize - € 15,000
2. Second prize - € 5,000
3. Third prize - € 3,000
4. Audience Prize - € 1,000
5."Teatro d'opera" Prize - € 1,000
6."Soroptimist Vercelli" Prize - € 500
7. An honorary diploma will be awarded to all finalists and a diploma to all the semifinalists.
Application requirements & Repertoire:
1. Candidates must present six Arias of a leading role.
2. Curriculum vitae with details of musical and artistic education and of prizes won at other competitions.
3. Recording that has two operatic Arias chosen by the applicant.
4. The musical program including the full title of the piece, Opus numbers, movements, approximate timings for each work
Age limit: 18 to 35
Link: http://www.concorsoviotti.it/page.php?id=0d7c0dc3545c23578c0cc9791253d2c2
Location: London, UK
Dates: First Round 20-22 February 2012; Semi-Final 2 March 2012; Final 15 March 2012
Deadline: 16 January 2012
Genres: Opera
Entrance fee: £40 GPB
What to expect:
1. First Prize - £3000
2. Second Prize - £1500
3. Audience Prize - £250
4. Finalist Prizes - £500
5. All the finalists will also be offered a Lunchtime Recital.
Application requirements & Repertoire:
1. Typewritten Curriculum Vitae with particulars of training, scholarships, prizes and recent concert appearances, with specific reference to experience of singing Handel.
2. A short (150 word) typewritten biography
Age limit: 23 to 34
Link: http://www.handel.cswebsites.org/default.aspx?page=19603
Location: London, Portsmouth, Birmingham, Glasgow, Newcastle, Brighton, Sheffield, Reading, Cardiff, Derby, Huddersfield
Dates: from Saturday 14th January to Sunday 4th March
Entrance fee: £5 for solo artists and duos, £10 for bands and groups
What to expect:
1. UK tour, festival and support slots including world dates to Canada, Italy, Latvia & Dublin
2. New main prize of £10,000 cash to spend as you wish for the development of your act
3. A selection of Blackstar and TC Electronic amps
4. Extensive coverage and promotion on both MUZU.TV and You Tube
5. Winning Grand Finalists will be included on a CD and distributed to 40,000 people
6. Winning Grand Finalists to be invited on an industry showcase at a top London Venue
7. Coverage in Kerrang, Q Magazine, NME, The Fly, RWD Magazine, Mojo Magazine, Metal Hammer, Classic Rock, Rhythm and Flavour Magazine
8. Offer of UK tour of up to 100 shows
9. A comprehensive consultation package including– social marketing, image, brand, access to industry contacts plus more
10. Coverage on MusicRadar thanks to Media Partners Future Publishing
11. Free studio time in some of the country's leading studios plus much much more...
Application requirements & Repertoire:
1. A performance of up to 2 minutes and no longer
2. If you intend to sing a cover, try and make it your own version as the competition is all about originality
Link: http://www.liveandunsigned.uk.com/
These will definitely boost your progress as a singer. Make sure you stay hydrated and fascinated. And remember that music is a universal language.


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Uzungol Soylu Hotel
Situated near Uzungol Lake and small other lakes, Uzungol Soylu Hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has modern rooms with lake and garden views.
The rooms of Uzungol Soylu Hotel include a flat-screen TV, electric kettle and a wardrobe. The private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms also offer a balcony.
Daily breakfast is served as an open buffet. The restaurant, which is within a walking distance, offers unique tastes of Black Sea cuisine, seafood and dishes prepared with olive oil.
Uzungol Mosque is within walking distance from the hotel. Trabzon Airport is 90 km away.


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What's good for General Motors is good for America, eh? At least that's what they used to say. But is it? This is an especially poingant question right now as the car companies are seeing slowdowns in their sales.
Another Crummy Month for American Cars (By Seth Jayson (TMF Bent), fool.com, December 2, 2005)
He points out the 3 major car companies are all seeing drastically declining sales. And at the same time Toyota was seeing a jump in sales.
According to Seth the pundit class is clamoring for the government to do something about this. In other words some sort of handout from the government to prop up the car companies.
In my view that's the last thing the car companies need. If the car companies are seeing a decline in sales, well I can point to something Seth did not. Namely, the price of oil coupled with the dependance by the car companies on SUV sales.
The price of gasoline went over $3/gallon over most of the U.S. for a period, however it's since fallen again to where it was before the jump (in California it's around $2.40/gallon). This sent shockwaves around the country, people looking to dump their SUV's, and looking to get transportation that doesn't use so much gasoline. This of course would cause a shift away from SUV's.
Seth talks about a price war fooling the public into thinking the price of cars would always be dropping. I don't know about that. What I do know is the people I interact with got alarmed over the price of gasoline.
I wish to repeat something ... long term, the price of gasoline is only going up.
The recent price hike had to do with scares over the war in Iraq and damage done by the hurricanes this summer. However at the same time the oil production system is running at full capacity, AND at the same time demand is only going up. Oil demand doesn't come just from the U.S. but both China and India are seeing a surge of their middle class, and a shift from owning two-wheelers (bicycles and motorcycles) to owning cars. As China and India do this their demand levels will go up.
Further there is the Peak Oil scenario to consider. The idea is that at some point discoveries of oil reserves will not be able to keep up with the demand. At that point there will be a peak in oil production capacity, and assuming demand continues to rise oil availability will only fall. Market forces will make sure the price goes up, and up, and up.
Now, let's get back to the major car companies. They've been riding high on a binge of SUV's for years. In a way they were just responding to customer demand, but at the same time those car companies could have done as Toyota did and looked into the future to see the oil picture. The public obviously doesn't understand the oil picture, or they wouldn't be buying gas guzzling SUV's. But the car companies have a lot of smart people in them, obviously the car companies are capable of seeing the real oil picture.
The real oil picture is that the long term trend for the price of oil is upward. And that any time the price of oil gets "high" the public panics and switches to small cars.
The car companies don't deserve any handouts ... they don't deserve sympathy ... nor pity ... they need to take their lumps and change their business. Toyota and Honda have both been pursuing the high efficiency concept for years, and they're doing wonderfully.