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I post articles because I think they are of interest. Doing so doesn't mean that I necessarily agree (or disagree) with every—or any—opinion in the posted article. Help your friends and relatives stay informed by passing the digest on. In some cases I post things sent to me by readers I might not have posted on my own, to get ideas circulating.
A few items left before I get on the plane Friday about noon. Hope this posts--Blogspot has been hiccuping on delayed posts lately. ~Bob.
New Culture Of Irresponsibility
Excerpt: Leadership: What do the GSA spending scandal, the Secret Service sex scandal and Leon Panetta's expensive weekend trips home have in common? They stem from a culture of irresponsibility set by the man in the White House. When President Obama came to
, he promised to usher in a "new era of responsibility," one where everyone would recognize "duties to ourselves, our nation and the world." But Obama has delivered the opposite. Washington
Cops, feds raid
businesses, charge 32 in EBT card probe Bay State
Excerpt: Boston police have charged 31 welfare recipients with larceny for "illegally selling" their taxpayer-funded benefits, and a Quincy store owner was ordered held on $100,000 bail on fraud charges after cops and federal agents conducted a statewide sweep to crack down on EBT card abuse. Dozens of
Boston police officers and federal agents raided businesses in Chinatown and across the this morning as part of the investigation into possible EBT card misuses. (Please pardon what will be a long comment, but almost no one understands the EBT process. Even many EBT recipients aren't clear about it. EBT benefits can come in two different forms on the same card, namely "food stamps" that can only be spent on any unprepared—so, restaurants can't accept EBT payment unless they also have a "deli" that sells food raw—non-taxable food stuffs, and "cash" that be legally spent on ANYTHING that can be legally purchased for US money. Only a minority (35% to 40%) of EBT recipients get "cash" benefits. If a customer presents taxable or non-food items—which may legally include items that some other customers find repugnant such as alcohol, tobacco, or even lottery tickets—the clerk is required to take the payment only from the "cash" portion of EBT, not the "food stamp" portion. So long as the customer's available cash balance covers the transaction, all is legal. This can lead to some unhappy customers farther back in the line who couldn't hear the clerk ask "Cash benefits?" and the customer reply "Yes, cash." Problems arise when clerks are improperly trained (or just clumsy) and hit the wrong button; even if noticed, what clerk wants to re-do the transaction with a long line of waiting and impatient customers looking on? Customers are supposed to review the transaction, approve the amount and the portion of benefits being used, but they never do, many just entering their PINs and never even looking at the total or wanting a receipt. And, if the "food" portion of their benefit gets spent on a non-food item, the customer actually gains in flexibility to use the "cash portion" more to their advantage, so they have no real incentive to "keep the clerk accurate." (Furthermore, cash benefits cannot usually be carried over from one month to the next; if not spent, the "saved" or "excess" money is simply lost.)Mistakes of this type are almost never prosecuted, and by their nature are isolated and few, at worst confined to one or two clerks within a store. However, the system is set up in a way that not only encourages customer fraud, but makes it very difficult for merchants or others to detect. Although most EBT cards now have the photo of the recipient it is issued to on it, the card may be legally used by ANYONE who knows—or can guess—the PIN. This is supposed to allow shut-ins to have a friend or neighbor get their groceries for them. In practice, it means relatives, friends, et cetera can—and do—"borrow" each other's cards from time to time, occasionally without permission. Merchants have no recourse in such a case, but the transactions are seldom challenged or reversed, so only the true recipient is harmed (and they can sometimes get "additional help" for the month by reporting the "theft"). Fraud by the merchant, on the other hand, requires malice aforethought. First, you have to become an authorized EBT merchant, arranging banking, and having products that can be legally purchased with the "food stamp" portion of benefits .Second, you have to knowingly sell ineligible items for those "food stamp" benefits—which almost always requires that a "pattern of criminal behavior" be able to be proven. (Selling an otherwise illegal item—such as illegal drugs—is already a different crime, and EBT fraud would simply be "bonus points" for the arresting authorities.) Further, if the item could be legally purchased with the "cash benefit," the merchant can provide an ATM for the customer's use and even earn a perfectly legal ATM use fee by having the customer draw the benefits that way. In other words, the merchant has to work at it to be arrested for EBT fraud. In this case, it is alleged the merchant "bought" the food stamp benefits, presumably at a steep discount, from recipients willing to sell them. The real question is why are we giving out "cash" assistance in the first place? I've heard all the arguments and find none convincing. Because of the restrictions, it doesn't even reduce the expense of handling. No good can come of the government handing out "free money." Ron P.) Bay State
10 Things You Need To Know About Obama's Second Term
Excerpt: Now for something really terrifying: a list of what Obama has in store for
in a second term if he can fool independents into voting for him again. America
Analysis: Attorney General Holder may cost Obama re-election, say critics
Excerpt: As the 2012 presidential election quickly approaches, more and more Americans are discovering that the Obama Administration's definition of transparency is more Clintonian and semantic than honest and encouraging especially his Attorney General, Eric Holder, according to a political strategist and attorney. On Tuesday, Michigan's Rep. Justin Amash, a Republican, added his name to the growing list of lawmakers demanding Attorney General Eric Holder resign over such "outrages as the handling of the Black Panther voter intimidation case, the attacks against Arizona and Sheriff Joe Arpaio, and Operation Fast & Furious that's responsible for many deaths including that of a U.S. Border Patrol agent, Brian Terry."
Hemorrhage of hatred By Caroline B. Glick
Excerpt: Hatred of Jews is the central animating feature of the political and strategic reality of the
Middle East. It is hatred of Jews that dictates the legal regimes, foreign policies, military aspirations, cultural mores, educational themes and even public health policies of our neighbors from Ramallah to Teheran. Despite the centrality of Jew hatred in all aspects of public life in the Arab and Muslim world, our neighbors' unrelenting and irrational abhorrence for and the Jewish people remains a dirty secret that you aren't supposed to mention in polite company. Israel
Democrats expressing buyers' remorse on Obama's healthcare law
Excerpt: An increasing number of Democrats are taking potshots at President Obama's healthcare law ahead of a Supreme Court decision that could overturn it. The public grievances have come from centrists and liberals and reflect rising anxiety ahead of November's elections.
New District Maps Toughen Democrats' Race for House
Excerpt: Congressional redistricting, a decennial process that generally allows the party in legislative power in each state to draw new lines, has not created many opportunities for new seats for Republicans, as the party's leaders once expected. But it has forced multiple House Democrats, viewing their odds in new districts as slim, into retirement. Many of those districts are now either in play or solidly Republican, making the climb for Democrats all that more onerous.
The real "War on Women" the left is too cowardly to discuss. ~Bob. Excerpt: According to the Arabic website Al Shorfa, an al-Qaeda affiliated group in
, called Ansar al-Sharia (or the "Supporters of Sharia Law") beheaded a woman on April 11 for "practicing magic and sorcery." Members of the group broke into the home of Sharifa Amr—a local healer who used natural herbs to treat sick people—"beheaded her, and then hung her severed head in front of the home of another popular healer in the region, as a warning that he might share her fate." Yemen
New York: Would-be jihad mass murderers misunderstood Islam, thought killing Infidel women and children justified in "jihad"
Excerpt: In a sane world, reporters would be approaching "moderate" Muslim leaders and asking them to explain how Zazi is wrong on Islamic grounds, and asking them what programs they have implemented to make sure no one in the mosques or Islamic schools misunderstands Islam in the same way he did. But this is not a sane world.
Iranian cartoons mock Holocaust:
marks Holocaust Remembrance Day by running cartoons denying the crimes Tehran
Excerpt: The cartoons show Jews fabricating stories about the Nazis' atrocities and 6 million Jewish deaths, and then exploiting the Holocaust to enrich themselves and displace the Arabs from
. (Will this lead to riots and murder? No, only if cartoonists mock Islam, the Religion of Peace. ~Bob.) Palestine
Sudan President Declares War On (Christian) South Sudan
Sudan and South Sudan are embroiled in the worst clashes along their poorly defined border since the secession of the South last summer. The United Nations Security Council is considering sanctions on both countries in an attempt to end the violence, and demanded South Sudanese forces withdraw from their occupation of the 60,000-barrels-a-day oil field Heglig oil field. Both countries continue to ignore calls to end the fighting.
Turkish minorities: We want a constitution that embraces us all
Excerpt: "All of us expressed our views as to how to resolve the problems of all religious groups. Our biggest problem is the issue of receiving acknowledgment. Other Catholic churches carry out their services with the help of associations; but we, Roman Catholics, cannot even repair our churches. We can't properly administer our properties. (Good luck. Shari'a Law forbids allowing infidels to repair churches. ~Bob.)
Homosexuals are inferior to dogs and pigs, says Iranian cleric: Ayatollah Javadi-Amoli has blamed homosexuals for spread of Aids and says pro-gay politicians are lower than animals
Excerpt: An influential Iranian cleric who is entitled to issue juristic rulings according to the Sharia law, has condemned western lawmakers involved in the decriminalisation of homosexuality, saying those politicians are lower than animals. Ayatollah Abdollah Javadi-Amoli, an Islamic scholar based in Iran's holy city of
, said in a speech among his followers that homosexuals are inferior to dogs and pigs, according to the news website Khabaronline. (So, I guess we can't put him down as "undecided" on gay marriage? Site has a photo of two gays, one only 16, being hanged. ~Bob.) Qom
Pakistani women's lives destroyed by acid attacks
The real "War on Women." ~Bob. Excerpt: Campaigners in
say cases of acid attacks are increasing in most areas, even though tougher penalties were introduced last year. An Oscar-winning Pakistani documentary has put the crime under the spotlight, but it is estimated that more than 150 women have acid thrown on them every year - usually by husbands or in-laws - and many never get justice. Pakistan
Light sentence for honor killing in
: Muslim gets 17 years for brutally murdering daughter with axe Switzerland
The real "War on Women." ~Bob. Excerpt: It is no accident or coincidence that Muslims commit 91 percent of honor killings worldwide. A manual of Islamic law certified as a reliable guide to Sunni orthodoxy by
, the most respected authority in Sunni Islam, says that "retaliation is obligatory against anyone who kills a human being purely intentionally and without right." However, "not subject to retaliation" is "a father or mother (or their fathers or mothers) for killing their offspring, or offspring's offspring." ('Umdat al-Salik o1.1-2). In other words, someone who kills his child incurs no legal penalty under Islamic law. Al-Azhar University
Ousted Secret Service supervisor joked about Palin
Excerpt: Sarah Palin says the joke's on the ousted Secret Service supervisor who wrote on Facebook that he was "checking her out" while protecting the former Republican vice presidential candidate during the 2008 campaign. "Well, check this out, buddy _ you're fired!" Palin said Thursday in a Fox News interview. David Chaney, one of two supervisors forced out of the Secret Service this week in fallout from an embarrassing prostitution scandal, posted at least two photographs of himself with Palin, along with another in which a woman in a revealing bikini top stood in the background, looking at Chaney.
No More "Mr. Obama Is a Nice Guy" by Michelle Malkin
Excerpt: There is a reflexive desire among a certain species of moderate Republicans to be perceived as "civil" by liberal opponents who believe that the mere existence of free-market, limited-government conservatism is an indecent affront to humankind. All aboard the U.S.S. Lost Cause. This disastrous, bend-over bipartisanship is a hard habit to break.
Analysis: Obama's "green jobs" have been slow to sprout
Excerpt: But the millions of "green jobs" Obama promised have been slow to sprout, disappointing many who had hoped that the $90 billion earmarked for clean-energy efforts in the recession-fighting federal stimulus package would ease unemployment - still above 8 percent in March. Supporters say the administration over-promised on the jobs front and worry that a backlash could undermine support for clean-energy policies in general.
Earth Day's environmental 'religion'
Excerpt: Environmentalism has, indeed, become an article of religious faith. As Joel Garreau, a former Washington Post editor, wrote in 2010, "faith-based environmentalism increasingly sports saints, sins, prophets, predictions, heretics, sacraments and rituals." Some argue that a religion must have a G0d, disqualifying environmentalism. Yet, as the great American psychologist and philosopher William James observed in his 1902 classic, "The Varieties of Religious Experience," it is not necessary to "positively assume a G0d" in order to have a religion.
Excerpt: The future of a controversial voter ID bill is in serious doubt after a bipartisan group of
lawmakers rejected Gov. Bob McDonnell's proposed changes, daring McDonnell to accept their version of the legislation or veto it. In its current form, the bill requires anyone who forgets to bring proper identification to the polls to fill out a provisional ballot, which would not be counted unless the voter returns with proper ID or sends an electronic copy. Virginia
An Evel Knievel debt solution by Frank J. Fleming
Excerpt: No, there's another, bolder way to deal with the cliff ahead: Floor it and try to jump it like Evel Knievel. That's right. We don't stop, and we don't slow down. Instead, we build up speed by raising spending on stimulus packages and health care and flee limited government so fast we take flight over the cliff and land in unlimited government.
Pelosi: Amend the First Amendment
Excerpt: House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi on Thursday endorsed a movement announced by other congressional Democrats on Wednesday to ratify an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would allow Congress to regulate political speech when it is engaged in by corporations as opposed to individuals. ("Shut up!" she explained. ~Bob.)
New photo shows Zimmerman's bloody head
Excerpt: A new photograph of George Zimmerman, taken just three minutes after he shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, shows blood trickling down the back of his head, adding credence to Zimmerman's claim that Martin bashed his head against the ground. The photo, obtained by ABC News, shows blood dripping down from two cuts and a possible contusion forming on Zimmerman's crown. The police report from the night Martin was shot notes that the back of Zimmerman's head was wet and that he was bleeding from the nose and head. (Too late—he had a fair trial and was convicted by the media. ~Bob.)
Reading: The the Democrats Cannot Afford to Win By Michael Bargo Jr Battle
Excerpt: The real reason why the president will never tax the rich their full "fair share" is because then he can no longer complain that they don't pay their fair share. He stands to lose his "fair share" political card. He needs a scapegoat.
RomBama: Both Grew Up With Silver Spoons By My Standards
Excerpt: Nope. I don't see a nickles-worth of difference in either one of them. Compared to most lives in regular
, they both have silver spoons hanging out of their lips! So, Romney and Obama stop bamboozling us Americans with the: "I'm more like you than my opponent is" conversation... You can't fool the electorate with that one. For, everybody knows it's hyperbole. (Black writer, good piece. ~Bob.) America
The 25 Best Quotes From Thomas Sowell by John Hawkins
Tweet from Slim Pickens @Mattie96
In MA. we can voluntarily pay an extra .5% on our state tax by checking a box. Ms. Warren didn't.
Romney has best month in fundraising, topping $12.5M
Excerpt: Mitt Romney collected more than $12.5 million in March and has $10.1 million in the bank as the general election ramps up, his campaign announced Friday. The presumptive GOP nominee's March haul constituted a slight uptick from February, when he raised just under $12 million. The campaign said it was the best fundraising month of the campaign so far. (Long way to go to $800M. ~Bob.)
Avoiding a Bloodbath in
Excerpt: Before pondering the worst-case scenario, it's worth reviewing what an ideal democratic transition would look like. In a perfect world, opposition candidate Henrique Capriles would emerge victorious in the upcoming presidential election, and he would be allowed to take office. Capriles would set about restoring the independence and integrity of institutions such as the judiciary, the national assembly, and the federal police. He would reverse the disastrous economic policies that have chased away foreign investors, crippled private enterprise, and unleashed soaring inflation.
Enthusiasm Craters for Obama Amongst Young Voters by Kevin Glass
Excerpt: Young voters have historically preferred Democrats, but Obama's share of the youth vote in 2008 was historically large. The poll, conducted by the Public Religion Research Institute in conjunction with the
Berkley Center at , finds that 48 percent of young voters prefer the President. In 2008, though, Obama won 66 percent of that youth vote - a massive drop in support for the President. Georgetown University
What if Fannie and Freddie Were Eliminated?
Excerpt: For the past several years, it's not been an uncommon sight in
, to drive down the street and see home after home for sale after going through foreclosure. They are the still-lingering hangover from the housing crash that began in 2007. Though the true cause of what burst Anytown, USA 's housing bubble is still debated, two of the culprits -- housing finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac -- are still going strong even though both essentially failed in 2008 and are under government control. Economists and politicians alike are now pondering whether we need Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac at all and what would happen if they were eliminated altogether. America
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Speaking of Obama's eventual Presidential Library at the old Solyndra factory... will it contain any of his college papers?
Excerpt: 'People have to see that the president is not taking elaborate vacations and spending in a way that is inconsistent with the state of the overall economy and the state of the American family," Mitt Romney tells National Review Online.
Old, but worth re-reading: The increasingly odd political optics of Barack Obama
Excerpt: In politics, what you're really doing is often much less important than what it looks like you're really doing.
Great story: Robert E. Lee Takes Communion
Heard this on the Military History channel last night and Googled it. ~Bob. Excerpt: On this particular Sunday morning, Lee attended St. Paul's Episcopal Church in
, V.A. The church service progressed as usual until it was time for communion. When the call to communion was made, an unknown black man rose from his pew in the back of the church and made the long walk down the aisle to the front of the church where he proceeded to kneel at the communion rail. The members of the church were shocked by this act and remained seated, unsure of what to do. Then, Robert E. Lee rose from his pew. He strode down the center aisle and knelt down next to black man, and the two received communion together. Richmond
High Testosterone
Excerpt: For the past year or so, we've seen television ads for a prescription drug designed to help men with something called "Low T," which turns out to mean low testosterone levels (who knew?). As I waded through tons of polling data and focus-group findings this week, it hit me. For the past couple of years, and especially during the presidential debates over recent months, Republicans have shown signs of the opposite problem: "High T." The GOP has an excess of testosterone that may be hurting the party with some segments of women voters, specifically with those under 50, single women, and independent women.
Romney's point of pride
Excerpt: Romney has every right to be proud of his family's accomplishments — as well as his own. Even as Obama tries to portray it as repugnant — as he did this week with a remark that prompted the former
governor's response. "Unlike some people, I wasn't born with a silver spoon in my mouth," Obama said. That's not just snotty — it's woefully ignorant of the American spirit. Massachusetts
Scotland Yard anti-terror hotline hacked by same group that targeted English Defence League
Excerpt: The activity led to phone-lines at the service being jammed and genuine callers being unable to get through and report potential terror threats. Hackers then appear to have illegally intercepted an internal call between officials reporting the incident.
Taxes from The Patriot Post
reports, "As tax filing day looms, Americans fall into two closely matched camps: those who believe the amount they pay in federal income tax is too high (46%) and those who consider it 'about right' (47%). Just 3% consider their taxes too low." It's hardly newsworthy that so few find their taxes to be too low, but for so many to see them as "about right" is interesting. Here's why: Roughly half of Americans don't pay any income taxes at all. It's no coincidence, then, that roughly half of Americans think their tax burden is "about right." Gallup
Earth Day Special: The Media's Top 25 Worst Environmental Quotes
Excerpt: This Sunday marks the 42nd anniversary of Earth Day and for 25 of those years the MRC has documented the liberal media's role in advancing the left's green agenda. From fretting about overpopulation to scaring viewers about global warming, for over 25 years the media have championed the capitalism-killing agenda of the modern environmentalist movement.
Excerpt: However, cynical minds might wonder if there is a strategic outsourcing of the below-the-belt attacks to surrogates not officially affiliated with the campaign. Of course, if the Democrats want to make this race about which candidate is closer to a polygamist ancestor . . . we can play that game. (Wait. Since most members of the LDS renounced polygamy, but Muslims still practice it, isn't attacking it Islamophobic? ~Bob.)
The real "war on Women." ~Bob. Excerpt:
's Grand Mufti okayed marriage for girls starting at age 10 and criticized those who want to raise the legal marriageable age, according to news reports. Sheikh Abdul-Aziz Al al-Sheikh said a girl becomes ready for marriage at 10 or 12 according to Islam and stressed that Islamic law is not by any means oppressive to women, the London-based al-Hayat reported Wednesday. Saudi Arabia


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Review for Airlift Research Foundation, Mckees Rocks, PA, USA
I am a researcher in bone repair and regeneration. I had quite experience with the foundation. The airlift foundation was formerly aircast foundation, which supported orthopedic research. I submitted my proposals to them three times, it was not funded. But the feedback helped me continue to improve my research quality. In 2009, the foundation restructured and focused on orthopedic research on wounded soldiers. Fortunately, my research was eventually funded by airlift research foundation in 2009. In this project, I proposed to study on anti-infection and bone regeneration. More fortunately, when I had personal interaction with the injured soldiers and their families in the meetings the foundation organized, I started to realize the real impact on injured soldiers and civilians my research may have. I am also very glad that I could share my experience with my trainees and colleagues.
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When I left New York eight days ago, there was a foot of snow on the ground. What a difference a week makes. Not only has all the snow disappeared, but signs of spring abound. It is positively thrilling. This anticipation of my favorite season sends shivers through my body. I'm giddy with spring fever.
After traveling for almost a whole day, enduring cramped quarters, stale air, airline food, blocked ears and total lack of sleep, I needed a real shot of nature to banish the fatigue. So directly from the airport, I went to the New York Botanical Gardens. The Orchid Show was on and I was in desperate need of flower power.
The sunshine and open space felt healing as I made my way to the conservatory. My tradition is to go through the perennial gardens and as I did so, I spied the first snowdrops of the year. Oh joy! Early crocuses stood poised to imminently open their diminutive goblets while the hellebores, as usual, had heralded the parade. They were in full bloom mode. Stems of shrubs still denuded of foliage had begun showing color as though they were slowly sipping from underground vats of dye. Taking in all these signs of rebirth and renewal made me feel so alive.
And with that shot in the arm, I stepped into the conservatory. The theme of the orchid show this year is Thailand. And it delivered beautifully. The natural humidity and warmth of the conservatory lent a very appropriate element to set the stage. The background music, the bright colors, the elephant motifs, the shrines and the very flowers themselves transported one to another place. For one just released from an airplane, this felt ideal. If only real travel could be this blissfully simple.
At such a show, it didn't matter if the orchids on display were all originally from Thailand or not. It was the overall atmosphere they conveyed that mattered. I enjoyed it thoroughly. It is the perfect antidote to all kinds of fatigue – from winter blues, to daily news of hate crimes and divisiveness, to rising anxiety to long journeys. A little respite, an brief escape, a shift in perspective can work wonders.
Do go to this show or, if you do not live anywhere near the NYBG, go to the nearest botanical garden as most have a conservatory with a collection that is sure to delight. And if you do not have even that option, get yourself an orchid or two from the local nursery, make or order in a Thai meal (or any exotic cuisine of your choice), dress for the occasion in something colorful, get a playlist of suitable music piped in and take yourself on a fun trip of your own. I promise you'll have a great time. Spring is breaking out!
Note: I've written about my most recent visit with the children at Mukta Jeevan. They are my reason to hope, serve and make a difference. You can read about the visit here.
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Will Apple's digital credit card finally make mobile payments ubiquitous? What types of benefits can owners receive? How does it affect your credit when you change the phone? They are full of questions and so are we. Unfortunately we do not have all. What we have are the details we learned from the special event of the company yesterday .
Here's everything we know about Apple Card so far – including the fine print – and what we still have to learn.
What is Apple Card?
Apple Card is new branded credit card for iPhone ($ 1,000 at Amazon) User. It's a digital map that's on your iPhone, with a standard credit card backup that you can use when Apple Pay is unavailable. (It seems everyone will receive this when they sign up.) However, Apple believes that you're mostly using the digital version.
The physical Apple card is made of titanium and has etched your name just for a little drama. This is how you can show yourself by clinking it loudly against a glass.
Where can I use the Apple Card?
You can use the Apple Card in apps, online (such as web stores), and in physical stores around the world where MasterCard is accepted. (For more information on banking, see below.)
How do I sign up for the Apple Card?
The Apple Card appears in the Wallet app on your iPhone, and you log in to the wallet by tapping the Apple card. Apple guides you through the sign up process. We did not see that, but it may take a few minutes. This is after all a credit card.
Which bank supports Apple Card?
Apple partners with Goldman Sachs to issue Apple Card, a Mastercard.
How can Apple Card help me track my finances?
If You Have Been Involved If you've previously used a service like Mint or other financial apps, your finances can give you an idea of Apple's vision.
You can see visuals that clearly show how much you've spent on what, when it's due, and how much you owe. Apple also uses the Maps engine to link a purchase to a business. So it's clear which direction your payment is going to take (these things are usually cryptic, such as "New York LLC" if you're driving a cab.) Apple states that this is the case of machine learning to connect the dots.
You can also see how much you spent so far in a given week or month, and track purchases by category, such as meals and transportation. There is a view that shows how long it takes for you to repay what you owe.
What if I need help using my Apple Card?
Apple says if you're in trouble, you can send text directly from the app.
What are Apple Rewards?
Apple does not opt for a point structure. It gives you money for every dollar you spend through a program called Daily Cash.
How much you get when you buy:
- 1% when using the Titan Titanium Card (physical card)
- 2% when using the Apple Card (digital) with every purchase
3% at Using the Apple Card (Digital) for purchases made directly from Apple
The daily income is unlimited … as long as you are below your credit limit. For example, if your spend does not exceed $ 3,000, your income may not be enough. You can track your Daily Cash through a card in your Wallet app.
Is Daily Cash Real Money? Where can I spend it?
Yes, this is real money that you can use right away. You can shop in stores, send them to friends, use them in apps or the Internet, or withdraw your funds.
How can you pay interest and fees?
With the Apple Card you can pay more than once a month. For example, you can pay every week or every other week. It is not clear if you can pay daily if you want or if there is a bigger structure.
There are no late fees, annual fees, international fees or fees to exceed your limit.
What happens if I miss a payment?
Apple does not penalize your failed payment (eg, it does not cost you $ 25 in addition to what you owe). However, you will get more interest on your existing balance. here .
Is the Apple Card safe?
Apple has highlighted four main paths to keeping Apple Card secure.
- The card number : Apple creates a unique card number for each device that is stored in the security element, a security chip on your iPhone. You will receive a unique dynamic security code with each purchase and will authenticate each purchase biometrically via the Touch-ID or the Face-ID. Even if someone steals your phone, Apple says it can not use your Apple Card.
- Device, not Cloud : Apple is not tracking what you've bought, where and how much you've spent. All tracking is done on the device instead of on Apple servers.
- Your data will not be sold : "Goldman Sachs will never share or sell your information for marketing or promotional purposes," said Apple's Bailey.
- An almost empty physical card : If you use the physical Apple Card, you will find your name on it, but there is no card number, no CVV, no expiration date, and no signature. If you need the details, you can find them in the Wallet app. This is presumably so that others can not steal these important details for security fraud either by a glance or the entire map.
If I lose my physical Apple Card, can I order a new one?
Yes. If your card is lost or stolen, you can use the Wallet app to freeze your card and order a new one.
Does it work with my iPad and Apple Watch?
Yes, Apple says the Apple Card works on all your iOS devices. We have to confirm that it works with MacOS as well as with iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch.
What's next with the Apple Card?
There are many details we do not know yet The exact start, any hidden fees, how the Apple Card affects people with low or no credit, and when exactly the card is launched. Undoubtedly, Apple will share more in the coming months. Until then, we can only hope for more delicacies.
Article published on March 25th at 12:01 pm. PT
Update from March 26 at 01:00 : More details added.
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Simple Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Simple Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Yield: 3 dozen cookies
Prep Time: 45 Minutes
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1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup pancake syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
(plus 4 tablespoons flour for rolling dough)
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup colored sugar crystals
Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl and beat at medium speed until well blended.
Add in eggs, pancake syrup and vanilla and beat until light and fluffy.
In a separate blow, add flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt and mix until thoroughly combined. Gradually add to butter and sugar mixture, beating at low speed after each addition until completely blended.
Divide dough into four parts and wrap each in plastic wrap, refrigerating for 45 minutes.
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Remove dough from refrigerator and lightly sprinkle flour onto large sheet of wax paper. Set cookie dough onto floured surface and cover with another piece of wax paper.
Using a rolling pin, roll dough out to 1/4 inch thickness.
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Civil law
Civil law, as a system of law, is different from common law, which is another system of law. The origin of the civil law system of law is ancient Rome. The civil law system is used in countries such as Germany, France, many countries which were colonies of those European countries before, and in some Asian countries. It also been adopted in Latin America as well as in some parts of Asia and some African countries. There are about 150 countries worldwide that use mainly civil law systems.[1] About 80 countries use the common law system.[1]
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Civil law's very name indicates where it started. Called Latin: jus civile is was the civil law during the Roman Republic and the later Roman Empire.[2] It started in the 2nd century BC. By the end of the Republic, about 27 BC, a number of experts in the law called jurists (not to be confused with judges) became prominent.[2] They were mostly members of the upper classes. Jurists provided their services to counsel people and advise judges who presided over trials.[2] An important feature of Roman law was it did not depend on legal precedent by earlier cases but on the facts and merits of the current case.[2]
In the 6th century, Justinian compiled the Corpus Juris Civilis, a simplified code of Roman laws.[3] It was used by the Byzantine Empire.[3] The medieval Church based much of its Canon law on Roman law.[3] Germanic law, known as leges barbarorum, written between the 5th and 9th centuries borrows from the Roman civil law.
Civil law developed in Europe during the middle age, about the same time common law developed in England.[4] During the Renaissance, England's common law system borrowed from civil law.[3] While the common law was the traditional law system in England by this time, Equity is based on civil law.[3] Other features were borrowed and used in maritime law and in wills, trusts and estates.[3] The Napoleonic Code, which borrowed much from Roman law, influenced many of the legal systems in Europe and was the foundation for Prussian civil law.[5]
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Civil law is based on rules and concepts that come from Roman law. The rules and principles of civil law are found in codes which are available to both citizens and legal professionals.[6] These legal codes clearly explain everyone's rights and duties.[6] Unlike common law, in civil law judges have a different role. In criminal cases they establish the facts of a case and use the applicable codes. In many countries, judges also bring the formal charges.[6] Unlike common law, legal precedent is not used to rule in later cases. In this system the legislature passes statutes that are then applied by the courts.[7] Judges look to the statutes instead of precedent in deciding a case.[7]
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- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Piyali Syam (28 January 2014). "What is the Difference Between Common Law and Civil Law?". Washington University School of Law. Retrieved 18 February 2016.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 James G. Apple. "A Primer on the Civil-Law System" (PDF). Federal Judicial Center. Retrieved 18 February 2016., pp. 3–5
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 "civil law". Sandbox Networks, Inc. Retrieved 18 February 2016.
- ↑ "The Common Law and Civil Law Traditions". The Regents of the University of California. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
- ↑ "Roman Empire Code of Civil Law". Quaqua Society Incorporated. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "What is the Civil Law?". Paul M. Herbert Law Center, University of Louisiana. Retrieved 18 February 2016.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "The Importance of Precedent". LSU Law Center, Louisiana State University. Retrieved 18 February 2016.


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Scottish: from the regional name Argyll, a county of southwestern Scotland, named in Gaelic as Earre Ghàidheal 'coast of the Gaels'. Argyll was the earliest part of Scotland to be settled by Gaelic speakers from Ireland from the 6th century onwards. The origin of Argyle as a surname owes more to its use to denote retainers of the powerful and influential earls and dukes of Argyll, heads of Clan Campbell, than to use as a habitational name.
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Sexual assault prevention specialist, new programs sustain UMW values4 min read
By ESTER SALGUERO
A soon to be announced full-time sexual assault prevention specialist
will be added to the University of Mary Washington's staff after
September 10, according to Marissa Miller, the coordinator for
Prevention and Advocacy at UMW.
The specialist will take over much of the responsibilities that have
been distributed between Leah Cox, the Title IX coordinator and
Miller has worked as a group member of UMW's sexual assault task force
to begin implementing certain programs toward sexual assault
awareness. However, according to Miller, the workload is so hefty that
a specialist is simply necessary.
Consequently, the university's task force for sexual assault awareness
is specifically asking for a specialist to take over most of the
responsibilities. Miller's main title at UMW is the Associate
Coordinator of Judicial Affairs. Therefore, in order to promote
awareness and help victims of sexual assault, Miller has taken on
extra responsibilities at UMW.
Awareness for the need for a sexual assault specialist, however, came
from the issues that arose on campus this past year, which includes a
sexually explicit chant that was recorded at a party off campus and
threatening messages on YikYak, an anonymous location based app.
Along with the addition of a specialist, a number of effective
prevention programs are on their way to authentication. One of the
most important programs is the upcoming Bystander Intervention
program, which will take place from Sept. 7 to 11. Club leaders,
athletes and the executive boards of different organizations will be
asked to participate in the program.
The Bystander Intervention program is an effort to inform incoming
freshmen on consent, how to get involved in preventing sexual assault
and what it means to be an informed bystander.
Along with the Bystander Intervention program, a campus-wide survey
will be available for both students and staff members conducted by
either Dr. Cox or the full-time sexual assault specialist, according
to Miller.
The Climate survey, it is called, will be used to help the sexual
assault prevention coordinators access factual data on the prevalence
of sexual assault at UMW. To create additional awareness for sexual
assault, there will be a two to three hour interactive online tutorial
called "Think About It," operated by CampusClarity.
CampusClarity, which was created in 2013 by the University of San
Francisco, is readily available to any university in the United States
and focuses on training sexual assault prevention and education while
complying with Title IX. The program, which is used in nearly 200
schools, and the University of San Francisco won the National
Association of Student Personnel Administrators award in its Violence
Education and Prevention category.
Students such as Megan Rebennack, senior American Studies major,
believe that the full time position is necessary for the UMW campus.
"A full time prevention specialist is, in my opinion, a great idea and
it is definitely a step in the right direction," Rebennack said.
For other students, peer advocacy, something that Miller touched on as
a very important aspect to making these programs effective, would be
something they want to see.
Freshman Bradley Veerhoff said that, "I think it would be very
interesting to see my peers participating in these exercises."
Along with peer advocacy, Miller stated that all staff members are now
being trained more rigorously in student resources and what their
positions are as mandated reporters in regards to Title IX.
This training will also be extended to the students, though not
without reward. This year, the freshman class were given participation
points for different activities, especially the forum covering sexual
assault by scanning their EagleOne cards. Although orientation week
covers topics such as sexual assault, there is not an incentive to
make sure all students participate.
With the new program, however, each student is required to take the 2
or 3 hour course before Dec. 1. A support group, led by students and
directed by the Talley Center, will also begin this fall after two
years. The group will be held in the Talley Center, in case a student
may want to see a counselor after the meetings for additional support
in dealing with feelings of trauma.
With all of these programs being put into action, Miller, along with
the other members of the taskforce and coordinators of sexual assault
prevention, hope to see students coming forward and tackling sexual
assault issues on campus. Other UMW staff members will be working on
promoting student resources and learning how to react to these types
of circumstances.
Although Miller sees UMW's dedication to student safety and its
progression towards sexual assault prevention, other students, such as
Feminists United President Julia Michels, would not say the same about
UMW being a progressive school.
While Michels does believe that awareness of sexual assault has become
a priority at UMW, she does not believe that administrators have
responded quickly and effectively enough.
Progressing towards a community with preventative measures against
sexual assault requires the effort of all students and staff members
as a whole, according to Michels.
"I think Mary Washington has the potential…I think we are at a point
where we could really kind of step out in front of other schools and
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This post will be the last edition of the "in Japan"-tagged blog entries. I would like to remind the readers that Go of Ten will go on even after my stay in Japan, as it also existed long before I left for Japan. In the future, you may expect me to write here tournament stories from all over Europe — and I'll likely continue publishing game reviews and essays too. Also know that I'm tentatively planning to return to Japan next year to continue my insei studies — it would seem that I'll be able to continue from C class right upon my arrival, which would save me one to two months' worth of time.
My last weeks in Japan were full of seeing people that I got acquainted with and telling them goodbye. I had really grown to like studying at the Ichikawa go dojo, as I'd found it was the most effective place for me to get some studying in, and both the students and Mimura-sensei are incredibly nice as well. I gave some moomin-themed mugs for Mimura-sensei as a parting gift, and he in turn told that I'm welcome to come back to the dojo anytime I'm in Japan. As the readers may remember, I already got a great gift from Mimura-sensei. I'm soon finished studying the first book of the twelve-book collection I received — and if I'm following what the novel First kyu teaches, I've got to study through the books nine more times. With my current pace, that's going to take almost twenty years!
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Heavy Duty Towing Concord – Important Info
Towing services are not usually something we care to think about unless we are in an emergency situation. And even then, the trucks never come fast enough for our liking. There are a few things you can do to ensure you get good roadside assistance when you need it. Important steps include keeping emergency numbers handy in your vehicle glove box, storing emergency equipment and supplies year-round in your vehicle, and making sure friends or family members know when and where you are traveling at all times.
One of the easiest ways to prepare for roadside emergencies is to ensure you have a proper set of working phone numbers in your vehicle glove box. If you frequently travel in areas of the country that do not have reliable cell phone coverage, then it is best to make plans for backup coverage such as a satellite phone. By keeping numbers handy you can get in touch with a towing company relatively quickly and ensure they are on their way to provide needed assistance. Some insurance companies provide roadside coverage within their auto packages and will give you a list of numbers to call in the event of a roadside emergency.
While you wait for towing services to arrive, it is also important to ensure you have adequate supplies to keep you warm and safe while waiting. If you are in a particularly remote area of the country, do not leave your vehicle. Do not open your window or car door for a stranger that you do not recognize. Stay in your vehicle on even busy stretches of highway in order to avoid accidents with fast-moving traffic. If you travel in remote areas of the country during severe weather such as winter snowstorms and summer heat, make sure that you have blankets and water stored. Towing services do not always arrive in a timely manner and it may be several hours before you are rescued. It is important to make sure you are safe during that time.
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Tempus PEOPLE Project Concludes with Conference at AUA
YEREVAN, Armenia – On May 16-18, 2017, the American University of Armenia (AUA) hosted the final conference of the Tempus PEOPLE (Promoting Educational Organization through People) Project, one of the University's seven capacity building projects within the EU framework. The conference brought together more than 110 participants, among them human resource managers and specialists from 26 Armenian universities. In attendance were also the staff of the National Erasmus+ Office in Armenia and faculty and staff from 11 project partner universities.
The PEOPLE project was launched in 2013, followed by the kick-off meeting held in 2014 at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain. The EU program country partner institutions included Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, UPC (Spain), Instituto Superior Técnico, IST (Portugal), Royal Institute of Technology, KTH (Sweden). And the Eastern partnership country institutions included Narxoz University, Karaganda State Medical University, and Kazakh Academy of Transport and Communications from Kazakhstan, Ilya State University and Kutaisi University from Georgia, as well as Armenian State University of Economics, Russian-Armenian University and the American University of Armenia from Armenia. Coordination of the PEOPLE project was conducted by Narxoz University with scientific guidance provided by Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya.
The project's focus was on advancing HR management practices in involved institutions and dissemination of results among institutions in respective countries. Topical workshops, trainings, and focus groups were organized on auditing HR processes and procedures, mapping out competencies of HR managers and staff, and developing strategic plans for each partner institution. The important outcomes of the PEOPLE project included the exchange of best practices in HR processes, creation of HR resource centers at partner institutions, sharing new knowledge with HR managers of local higher education institutes (HEIs), procurement of HR database and document flow software as well as IT equipment, certification of all HR employees in HR audit, overall enhanced capacity built in the HR departments.
The project was invaluable from many learning and knowledge sharing perspectives, most notably for offering a platform to exchange ideas and share experiences through round tables, study tours and workshops with partner universities. The closing conference reflected on the excitement of the success of the project and rewarding experiences that all participants shared.
Opening remarks at the plenary session were delivered by Dr. Armen Der Kiureghian, AUA President; Ms. Lana Karlova, Coordinator of National Erasmus+ Office in Armenia; Dr. Josep Maria Sallant, Secretary General of the Social Council, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, and Dr. Saule Artystanabeva, Narxoz University, Almaty.
Dr. Der Kiureghian spoke about the growth of the University: "During the past four years, our student population has grown from 400 to 2000. Naturally, this has necessitated a sharp increase in staff and faculty hires. As a result, our HR department faced the challenge of a sharply increased workload. In this regard, the PEOPLE project was very timely for us, allowing AUA to enhance the efficiency of its human resources management operations. This was achieved by revising our processes and by implementing HR database and document flow software."
In turn, Ms. Karlova spoke of PEOPLE in glowing terms: "This project was very successful in different aspects: first of all, it gave a unique opportunity to HR specialists from different Armenian HEIs to participate in the training programs organized by AUA in February-May 2015. Our team from the National Erasmus+ Office also participated in these training sessions and benefited greatly. Most importantly, the consortium of the project worked so effectively and cooperatively that it would be simply a natural progression for them to embrace the next phase as a new project in this very important area for HEIs."
As articulated by Saule Arystanbaeva, PEOPLE Project Coordinator from Almaty Narxoz University: "The course of the project led to a legislative change in Kazakhstan empowering HR departments in country HEIs, resulting in major outcome at the national level".
Alicia Berlanga, UNESCO Chair of Higher Education Management in Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, outlined the project's main steps and achievements in her video message. "The main output of the project was the network of more than 30 HR specialists from EU, Armenia, Kazakhstan and Georgia. Exchanges of best practices have been a core activity during all the stages of the project, the participants of which were trained based on the latest HR trends. The project facilitated smooth implementation of shifting HR processes from the very technical towards the more strategic," she emphasized.
Anahit Ordyan, the AUA Assistant Vice President, provided leadership to the project throughout its implementation. Acting as a moderator for the plenary session "Country Perspectives on the Development of Human Resources in Higher Education Institutions", she recognized many accomplishments of the PEOPLE project having a significant impact on the educational systems of the participating countries.
An important venue for hands-on experience for conference participants was provided through three breakout sessions dedicated to "Performance Evaluation" led by Josep Maria Sallant, "New Technologies' Impact in Human Resources Management" led by Victor Kordas, and "Strategic Planning of Human Resources Management" led by Marta Pile.
The PEOPLE project's European partners shared their experience on assessing faculty and staff recruitment, implementing competency-based recruitment and applying quality standards' impact on HR management within the framework of the Serra Hunter program. Dr. Arpie Balian, Professor of AUA College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the moderator of this session, emphasized the value of using 360-degree evaluations for top management, but called attention to other approaches for evaluating different levels of staff. She also invited attention to gender considerations when developing competency-based recruitment guidelines. HR managers from local universities expressed their high appreciation for valuable experience in learning from European partners, in engaging in useful discussions on different HR management topics with their colleagues from EU, Georgia, and Kazakhstan universities.
Arina Bekchyan, the AUA Director of Human Resources, noted: "This project gave us a wonderful opportunity to become familiar with the experience of European universities in the field of human resources, examine modern trends and learn how to best adjust those to our needs and implement in our Universities. We are leveraging the knowledge and skills acquired over three years in our daily work. We are hopeful that this mutually beneficial cooperation established within the framework of the project will continue in the future."
The conference was covered by Armenian Public Television (H1) and Second Armenian TV Channel (H2), as well as by "Krtutyun (Education)" weekly newspaper and social media.


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A little less than a month ago, you may remember the story about MMA fighter Lloyd Irvin and how he disarmed an intruder at his family's home using a fancy sambo technique. In the initial post that Rick wrote, he was skeptical about the report, which resulted in a few testy email exchanges with Mr. Irvin and the editor of the site who originally ran the item, BloodyElbow.com. The next day, Rick did a follow-up with Mr. Irvin via phone interview, where the MMA fighter described the incident in detail only to go an follow-up with another email to BloodyElbow.com, still upset about the way the story was handled. Today, Mr. Irvin went back to the Elbow to offer up the just released 911 tapes of the ordeal, but with one caveat:
I'm going to let you hear the actual 911 call that my wife made the night of our home invasion. When my wife first heard the call, she immediately started crying again, when I first heard the call it made my heart drop since I didn't experience that part of that horrific night, I was in full combat mode and never even knew that she called the police until late into the ordeal. In exchange for letting you listen to this 911 call I have only one small request. Please write the editor AJ Daulerio at email@example.com and please request that they remove the blog post from their site. After you listen to the 911 call, if you could for one moment, imagine that if that was your family going though that, you'll quickly become upset as I am about Rick Chandler's actions. Rick, if you listen to this call as a good reporter that has done to me what you've done, try to imagine this being your wife calling 911, you'll quickly understand where my anger comes from. If you guys want to let Rick know how irresponsible he was you can write him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Right. So, remember, Rick did a follow-up on this story. Talked to Lloyd, got his side of things, admitted he was a little too snarky in the initial post given the seriousness of the situation. Yay. Everybody hug. Not surprisingly, as Mr. Irvin requested, some of the active Bloody Elbow community did respond with email protests. Here are a couple of the most passionate:
Ricks article on Irvin should be removed. I feel that Rick should be fired, hung, lynched, executed by lynchmob, fireing squad.. you name it.. it your responsibility to keep the slanderous off your site.. his article was 100% factual and slanderous.. you guys should be ashamed of yourselves.. I will never be back on your site.. ever ever ever
Way to do some research before you start mouthing off. Moron. I hope Lloyd Irvin finds you on the street somewhere
And, finally:
its all right here, for all of us former fans of YOUR writing, you screwed the pooch so to speak, you did us the dishonor of flaming, non reporting, and fudging a massive story without doing any type of reporting. well here it is pal, all in black in white in irvins own words, then the police tapes, all you've done is add insult to a massive injury. mr irvin in this article then goes into saying even with the massive blunder that is your article and your journalistic abilities, he doesnt wish this on you OR YOUR CHILDREN which he notes he found out after that you do have children , however your article is nothing more than you making a laughing matter out of something that could of been a massacre. good job pal. good job. take the article down, from your most recent writings its fairly safe to assume you dont have what it takes to apologize formally, publicly or privately to Mr Irvin, so maybe by removing the article you can save whatever shred of credibility you have as a writer, by on all accounts i dont believe you are nothing more than an avid blogger. ill continue forwarding this message to you and as many other staff at deadspin until its gone. dont bother blocking the email address it will be different everytime =) however the accounts are active and id love to see what type of response id get from you, although im fairly certain im not the only emailing you i am fairly certain you dont have what it takes to man up and email any of us back, nor publicly make this right, so just take the article down, save whatever bit of dignitity you have. you got what it takes Rick Chandler?
For the record, Rick will not be fired, he's not guilty of libel, and he will not be hung or shot or killed (by me, at least). But it should be noted (again) that our initial report on this was skeptical based on the facts that were available and then was quickly rectified. Also, in case there is still any skepticism about what Lloyd Irvin and his family went through last night, you can listen to the horrifying 911 call right here. We wish Mr. Irvin and his family the best in getting through this traumatic time and also in his future business endeavors. The post has not been removed, but has been updated with these links. Hopefully, that makes Mr. Irvin happy and prevents Rick from being pummeled to death by angry Bloody Elbow readers on his way to the grocery store. As you were. Audio of Lloyd Irvin's Chilling 911 Call [Bloody Elbow]


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Steps taken by AAP government in Delhi on 29-Apr-15:
- Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday directed the transport department to examine a proposal of Delhi's transporters association to reduce air pollution in the city. (Source)
- Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday directed removal of an encroachment around a war cemetery in Model Town area. (Source)
- The Aam Aadmi Party Government is planning on banning the use of drinking water for non-drinking purposes by institutions, Delhi Jal Board vice-chairperson Kapil Mishra said on Wednesday. (Source)
- Delhi Jal Board vice-chairperson Kapil Mishra talks about the Aam Aadmi Party Government's plan for water services as summer sets in the Capital. (Source)
- Delhi government has ordered an enquiry into shifting of Mirambika School students to a new location from their present school building on Wednesday. (Source)
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- New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is mulling over three-dimensional digital mapping of its jurisdiction areas, which will help in rescue operations. (Source)
- Jitendra Tomar 'fake' degree case: BJP to flood the government helpline 1031 with complaints against Tomar. (Source1) (Source2) (Source3)
- Lt-Governor Najeeb Jung has objected to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's directive to route files pertaining to police, public order and land through him. (Source)
- Delhi Police report says Aam Aadmi Party workers instigated farmer Gajendra Singh who apparently hanged himself from a tree at an AAP rally, adding that the death was an accident and not intended suicide. (Source1) (Source2)
- The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought a response from the government on the measures it had taken for the safety of religious institutions in the Capital. (Source)
- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Jarnail Singh has been booked for allegedly assaulting an MCD engineer and preventing him from discharging his duty. (Source1) (Source2)
- A delegation of the Delhi Congress met Lieutenant-Governor Najeeb Singh at the Raj Niwas on Wednesday and gave him a memorandum on the spiralling figures of crime against women across the National Capital. (Source)


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Shiga Prefectural University
Hikone, Japan, november 2010
Bunka Fashion College
Tokyo, Japan, november 2010
Bunka Fashion College
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Tokyo, Japan, november 2010.
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Shanghai, China, october 2010
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A lab coat is formally known as a laboratory coat but also often referred to as a white coat, they are tailored to be knee-length and are usually light or white in colour. Laboratory coats are used to maximise safety and comfort in the workplace, they help prevent and protect a users skin from harmful chemicals and contamination. In some workplaces, men, women and others must wear a coat as it is considered personal protective equipment.
Ladies lab coats and lab coats for men will be tailored in a different way, this is to ensure a good fit and optimal comfort. Alternatively, a unisex lab coat option is available which fits all shapes and sizes.
What material are Lab Coats made of?
A lab coats fabric is the basis of where it can be used and what it can protect the user against. Many can be used in multiple environments.
- Cotton Lab Coat
- Fit the needs of those that work within an engineering or laboratory environment. Commonly this material is mixed with polyester and is named polycotton.
- PE (polyethylene) Lab Coat - Offer a barrier against non-hazardous chemicals and particles. They would be a great choice as a doctors coat or workwear within a laboratory environment.
- Polyester lab Coat - This type of lab coat is available with material properties that enable it to be anti-static. Polyester lab coats allow for excellent dye retention, allowing clear visible accidental spillages to be seen. These white coats can be used as a medical coat or a science coat.
- Polypropylene Lab Coat - Commonly available as a disposable lab coat, a piece of clothing that is worn for one-time use. These laboratory coats offer protection to medical staff in critical conditions, in the lab or often used as part of a scrubs uniform.
What jobs wear Lab Coats?
Wearing a white lab coat is common practice for many professionals, the functionality of them allows workers to complete tasks safely and with piece of mind. Below is a small handful of those that may use one in their workplace.
- Scientists and Research Scientists
- Nurses and Doctors
- Electricians
- Microbiologists
- Medical Practitioners and Chemists
- Vets


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"Signal Solutions has been providing Kaiser's corporate headquarters IT infastructure for over 25 years including the installation voice, data, fiber optic cabling as well as providing help desk support to our staff. I find every technician to be knowledgeable, professional and very reliable. It has been a pleasure to work and partner with Signal Solutions for all these years"Karen Draper
"DeeJay Perkins and Signal Solutions have been a gem of a find for our cable and data needs. When our company expanded to California it was not practical for us to send our cable vendor in Seattle to do the work. On the recommendation of one our landlords they suggested Signal Solutions. They have been able to handle any task we throw out to them. Whether it is cabling, racking equipment, or helping us with a move, Signal Solutions rises to the task with speed and professionalism. I highly recommend them to anyone with cable and data needs!"Gary Mueller
"Signal Solutions is excellent. They handle our riser management work, and whatever other direct-to-landlord needs we may have, throughout our office portfolio here in Oakland. By virtue of this relationship, they have also performed vast amounts of tenant improvement work (both bid and negotiated) in our buildings. I can, without hesitation, give them my highest recommendation. They have consistently delivered on time and on budget while providing workmanship of the highest quality."Hank Dagenaise
"We first contracted with Signal Solutions several years ago to reorganize our main data distribution frame that had gotten out of hand. From that point forward, we knew we had a quality contractor we could depend upon for all our technology installation needs. Cabling, projectors, wireless, cameras, you name it, Rico, Joe, Ken and the rest of their staff consistently deliver quality solutions whenever we need them!"Murray Bognovitz
"We have relied on Signal Solutions for our voice and data connectivity needs for more than 20 years. With all the projects we had on our plate and the limited internal resources available to us, Signal Solutions was a logical choice to assist us, having time and again provided us with professional technical expertise, excellent service and quality workmanship at a reasonable price. All 3 projects were successfully completed on time and within budget. Once again, they proved to be the right choice."Mike McLaughlin
We hired Signal Solutions to install the data cabling for our new 44,000 square foot facility. During the quoting process, Kevin was very patient and kind. He was able to access our needs and work around our very disheveled existing wiring. Joe was our lead installer, and throughout the project he and his crew were very kind, courteous and professional. They made every effort to be mindful of people's workspace, and were truly a pleasure to work with. I would recommend Signal Solutions to anyone in need of their services.Jamie Hogan


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Here's an interview on HTML5 gaming and the Chrome Web Store which took place at Casual Connect, Kiev, last October. Excerpt:
HTML5 speaks to what games are very well – and the opportunities Canvass presents means good things for gamers. That combined with the new avenues to purchase new apps and content through PCs and mobile, when you combine that delivery with the development environment for the industry there is a real opportunity.


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Purex Crystals are meant to be added to the washing machine drum during a regular laundry cycle. The little beads or crystals dissolve and add scent to a load of laundry. Purex Crystals Laundry Enhancer promises to have your laundry come out of the dryer smelling clean and fresh without any laundry odors. So how does it stack up?
Purex Crystals: Directions
Purex Crystals are really simple to use. Measure out the desired amount of crystals into the cap, and pour it into the drum of the washing machine before adding clothes. Add your laundry, soap, and softener. Wash normally.
The crystals dissolve into the washed load and leave behind a scent or fragrance that is meant to stick with the clothing not only through the washing and drying cycle, but in closets and drawers as well.
To get more scent, use more crystals. For less scent, add less. Do not put the crystals into a soap dispenser. They must be added into the main drum of the washer.
Review of Laundry Crystals
After reviewing Downy's Unstoppables, I wanted to get my hands on some other brands of laundry enhancers to try to see how they worked. I honestly hadn't heard very much about Purex's Crystals Laundry Enhancer, which made me even more eager to try them. I picked up a 28-ounce bottle of the Fresh Spring scent at my local grocery store and brought it home. Because my kids do a lot of the laundry at my house, it was my son who first read the directions and added the Purex Crystals to the load. I remember walking by our laundry room when the clothes were in the dryer and thinking that the laundry smelled really great. A few days later when it was my turn to do laundry, my 10-year-old son asked me to make sure I used the crystals when caring for his linens.
The loads that I used Purex Crystals on came out smelling fresh and clean. You could tell that there was an added scent. I liked that whether or not I used fabric softener and/or scented laundry detergent, adding Purex Crystals made the clothes smell amazing. That being said, Purex Crystals are not meant to be a fabric softener. They don't eliminate static cling, either. These are purely for a longer lasting scent for your laundry.
Purex Crystals come in two different sizes 28-ounces/32 loads or 55-ounces/62 loads. There are currently six available scents: Fabulously Fresh, Fresh Mountain Breeze, Fresh Spring Waters, Fresh Vibes, Lavender Blossom, and Magnolia Dream. Purex Crystals are available at most local retailers that carry laundry supplies as well as online.
Final Thoughts
I liked the Purex Crystals. I thought the scent was just enough without being overwhelming. I was impressed that the scent did seem to hold on for a week or so. The crystals are easy to use as well. I didn't have any problems with them not dissolving all the way, even in cold washes and rinses. There was never any residue on any of the clothing, even after nearly 30 loads of laundry. Similarly, there was no residue in the washing machine.
The things I don't like about Purex Crystals are the same things I don't like about all the products in this category. It's an added expense and product that only does one thing. This won't necessarily replace your fabric softener and definitely doesn't clean or act as a stain remover. It's purely for scent. Also, like the other products, it is essentially made up of scent and dyes. For those with sensitivity issues, this type of product is probably not a good idea. However, if you are all about scent and one of these appeals to you, I think you'll love Purex Crystals.


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City Council
Mayor Ron Hewlett
Mayor Ron has been a resident in Berryville since 2015 when he moved from Grapevine. He was elected mayor in 2016 and has served ever since. Beside being mayor, Ron enjoys fishing, golf and remodeling !
Mayor Ron Hewlett and Brenda Lankford, the city secretary. Council members are; Sue Morgan, Terry Stubbins, Gayla Leary, Lee Danner and Bobbie Evans.
Brenda Lankford
Office Admin
Shanna Smith
City Hall houses the offices of mayor, city secretary. All city council meetings are held in this building as well. The City Council meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM.
The council room is also available for rent to residents for family events, funerals, club meetings or other activities. Contact the secretary for more details.
Honorable Mention
Berryville has had several residents that served on the Council but not as Mayor .
Grace Donnelly - 20 years
Mattie Albright - 19 years
Ortis Gary - 10 years
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Is having communion at a wedding appropriate? I have seen weddings where the bride and groom receive communion together during the service. I have also been to weddings where the bride and groom have served the elements of the meal to those gathered after the sacraments were blessed by the minister. This act served as a symbol of their commitment to being servants together for the Lord in their congregation. What is OPC's stand on this subject?
In response to your question, here are a few thoughts:
According to the "Suggested Form for the Solemnization of Marriage" (found in our Book of Church Order) it is clear that "marriage is not a sacrament: nor is it peculiar to the church of Christ. For this reason, marriage ought not to be solemnized during the Lord's Day assembly for public worship, and it is best that it not be solemnized on the Lord's Day." From this it is clear that while the marriage ceremony contains elements of a covenant-binding and vow-taking, it is not a "worship service" in the sense that it is a called service for all of God's people. In fact, the very fact that certain individuals are invited to attend (and others are not) means that even though it is often conducted by an ordained minister (with a message from Scripture and prayer), it is not a service of the church.
When the Apostle Paul writes concerning the celebration of the Lord's Supper, he mentions something very important in 1 Corinthians 11:18 and that is "when you come together as a church…" In other words, it is within the context of the gathered assembly of the church (overseen by duly ordained officers) that this sacrament is to be celebrated. By implication, it is inappropriate for it to be administered (ordinarily) outside of congregational worship. Our doctrinal standards, the Westminster Confession of Faith, confirms this when it states: WCF 29:4
Private masses, or receiving this sacrament by a priest, or any other, alone, as likewise, the denial of the cup to the people, worshipping the elements, the lifting them up, or carrying them about, for adoration, and the reserving them for any pretended religious use; are all contrary to the nature of this sacrament, and to the institution of Christ.In short, the sacrament is the participation in the benefits of Christ in the assembly of the church of Christ.
Although the OPC has no "policy" on this practice, it would be highly unusual in my estimation to find the Lord's Supper administered to the bride and groom by an OP minister. The sacrament of the Lord's Supper is not meant as a sentimental symbol to be used to seal any "common grace union" (as we consider marriage to be), but it is to seal the benefits of redemption and communion in the body of Christ (cf. 1 Cor 10:16). As summarized in the Westminster Shorter Catechism 96:
Q. What is the Lord's supper?
A. The Lord's supper is a sacrament, wherein, by giving and receiving bread and wine, according to Christ's appointment, his death is showed forth; and the worthy receivers are, not after a corporal and carnal manner, but by faith, made partakers of his body and blood, with all his benefits, to their spiritual nourishment, and growth in grace.
"Questions and Answers" is a weekly feature of the OPC website. The answers come from individual ministers in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church expressing their own convictions and do not necessarily represent an "official" position of the Church, especially in areas where the Standards of the Church (the Scriptures and the Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms) are silent.
The questions come from individuals like yourself. If you have questions about biblical and theological matters, you are invited to send them by e-mail by using the "Pose a Question" link on the OPC home page or by clicking here.
At least one new question is posted each week, so there should always be something new here for you to read. (For those people who would like to look at previous questions and answers, they will continue to be available as well.)
The purpose of the OPC website's "Questions and Answers" is to respond to biblical and theological questions. Matters of church discipline, disputes, or debates go beyond the scope of our work. We recommend that you present your concerns in these areas to the appropriate judicatory. In most cases this will be to a local pastor, elder, or session. We do not want the website to replace personal involvement in, or commitment to, the local, visible church.
While we will respond to every serious questioner, we are not bound to give a substantive answer to every question, should we deem the question to be beyond the scope of our purpose or our own ability to answer.
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A meditation to visualize sowing creativity seeds in the garden of your heart.
Posted 1/1/11 | Updated 6/10/20
Your work, your every idea, is significant, for only you can bring your unique perspective to life. This guided meditation will free your inner muse through a Milkyway Marbles Meditation and sowing seeds in the Garden of your heart.
Your work, your every idea, is significant, for only you can bring your unique perspective to life.
Whether your chosen medium is song or story, paintings or poems, know this: your work is precious, and priceless.
It is vitally important for anyone embarking on a creative journey to know this. The way will not be easy, but with the help of the guided imagery work here, you'll have some tools to fall back on when the road gets rocky.
Feel like you're losing your marbles? Need to look at things from a new perspective, or get some distance from a situation in order to see it more clearly? Try this
Find a still place. Sit in a comfortable chair, or lie down, and close your eyes. Let the journey begin. Imagine yourself soaring high above the Earth, leaving our world behind to take to the skies. As you rise on the wind of inspiration, you see birds and clouds far below. Finally, the planet falls away, receding beneath you until it is the size of a marble.
The Earth is tiny, insignificant but you are larger than life. Flick the Earth with your finger, and it goes careening across space willy-nilly, bouncing into Saturn's rings and knocking them askew, then ricocheting into another galaxy. Play marbles with the planets as long as you like, then gather them up and put them in your pocket, safe and sound.
This is what it is to be an artist you have the power to create and destroy entire worlds and galaxies with a wave of your brush, your pen. When you're ready to come back down to Earth, take the planets from your pockets and place them in orbit again. Re-enter the atmosphere slowly, drifting down on the currents of ideas until your feet lightly kiss the Earth. You're ready to continue the creative journey with a fresh perspective.
Feeling blah? Bored? Deep in the doldrums? Stuck in the muck? Try this guided imagery, and watch the new ideas blossom!
Close your eyes and imagine a rose-seed, deep in the ground. Watch as it sends a root deep into the ground. A sprout emerges from the seed and forces its way up through the soil to strain skyward, loving the sun. As you observe, the rose-vines grow taller and stronger. It is springtime. Leaves sprout and unfold, and then rose-buds emerge. Each flower, each idea, begins as a tightly-fisted little bud.
Shift focus until one rosebud entirely fills your field of vision. Breathe in the sweet aroma of rich earth and sunshine. Focus on the heady fragrance, the way the smooth vine is strong and supple beneath your fingertips. Move in closer, then closer still, until you have a bee's-eye view. It begins to open for you slowly, expanding into a lush, full bloom before you. It blooms until it completely fills your vision. As you note its beauty and perfection, ponder this the rose is a metaphor for an idea, or a creative project only you can give the world. Your work is as lovely, as unique and priceless, as full of life as the rose.
Now, allow your vision to draw back. You see not one rose, but an entire garden full of blossoms and bees, pulsing with life. Each blossom represents one of your ideas or projects some unique work of art only you can create. The garden is always blooming inside your heart. Visit any time you have need of creative inspiration. Linger there as long as you wish, and leave when you are ready to return to the mundane world, bursting with ideas.
Using heavy paper or card stock, cut out seed-shapes. Decorate them on one side however you wish. On the other side, write a few words or a phrase, describing an idea for a story, song, poem or project of your choice. Inspiring quotes, images, or interesting words culled from the dictionary can also be used for your inspiration seeds.
Keep these inspiration seeds in your studio in a bowl or box so you'll have a ready supply of fresh ideas. Keep a few in a pouch in your bag for some inspiration on the go. This way, you'll never run short of ideas. When you're feeling stuck, choose a seed and let it inspire your work for the day. Let creativity and inspiration bloom in the garden of your heart.
©2011 Molly Anderson-Childers and Chris Dunmire. All rights reserved.
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LIFEGENMON – LIFE for EUROPEAN FOREST GENETIC MONITORING SYSTEM
Date of publication: 06 May 2014
LIFEGENMON combines efforts of 6 partners from 3 countries/states (Germany/Bavaria, Greece and Slovenia), and shall last from July 2014 till June 2020. The total finances are 5.
484.162 M€, from which the EU shall finance almost 50% (2,7 M€); partners of the project have to contribute the other 50% from their own (national) sources.
The partners are: Slovenian Forestry Institute (Coordinator), Slovenia Forest Service; Centre for information service, co-operation and development of NGOs; Bayerisches Amt für forstliche Saat- und Pflanzenzucht; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; General Directorate of Forests and Agricultural Affairs - Decentralized Administration of Macedonia – Thrace.
Official project website:
Project presentation
Sustainable forest management is based on the long-term adaptability of forest ecosystems and starts at the lowest, namely the gene level. Forest genetic monitoring (FGM) is an early warning system to aid the assessment of a species response to environmental change at a long-term temporal scale.
Transect from Germany to Greece with two test monitoring sites per Germany, Slovenia and Greece (location to be decided at the begining of the project) and ICP level I monitoring sites in the background.
The aims of our project are:
To define optimal indicators and verifiers
for monitoring of genetic diversity changes in time across a transect from Bavaria to Greece for two selected target species, a stand forming broadleaf (Fagus sylvatica) and a stand forming coniferous species (Abies alba / Abies borisii-regis complex)
• To prepare
guidelines for forest genetic monitoring
for these two and additional five forest trees species (Populus nigra, Fraxinus excelsior, Pinus nigra, Prunus avium, Quercus petraea / robur complex), which differ in their biology and distribution, for implementation of FGM at a national, regional and EU scale
• To prepare a
Manual for Forest Genetic Monitoring
for implementation at the EU level
• To prepare a
Decision support system
for an optimal choice of the level of FGM based on needs and means
• To organize series of
workshops / trainings for the forestry sector
to be capable of implementing FGM according to standardized procedures in their territories
• To prepare
background professional documents / guidelines for policy makers
at the national, regional and the EU level for supporting development of possible new regulations at the national level, the Forest Europe process and future European Forestry and Biodiversity Conservation policies and strategies
To discuss and disseminate
the FGM among different target audiences and stakeholders to promote the use and results of this early warning system as a tool for sustainable forest management
• To establish a well functioning internationally linked team of forestry professionals working in and for FGM.
Transect from Germany to Greece with two test monitoring sites per Germany, Slovenia and Greece (location to be decided at the begining of the project) and EUFGIS DGCU for
Fagus sylvatica
including its distribution range in the background.
Constitution, aims and specific roles of the Advisory Board (AB) and Networking:
• To form an operational Advisory Board with representatives of important national and international stakeholders from the three participating countries, the countries from the transect across the SE Europe and from the EUFORGEN programme
• The transnational dimension will be further enhanced by participation of experts, as
National Focal Points (NFP)
, from the countries in a transect from Bavaria to Greece. They shall provide information on forestry policies and the state of forest genetic resources (FGR) in their countries, potentially also in their neighbouring countries. They shall have (and / or provide) access to any permanent sites and information in their countries and shall facilitate interactions with policy makers within their territories.
• Also, a number of stakeholders and policy makers from the three participating countries will be consulted and shall participate in the Advisory Board.
• Additionally, the
Steering Committee (SC) of EUFORGEN
(the European Forest Genetic Resources Programme) shall be invited
to nominate three representatives to participate as experts, providing an effective NETWORKING within the EU community involved in advancement of implementation of FGR conservation and monitoring principles
More information:
prof. dr. Hojka Kraiger, Project Coordinator, email@example.com
Tjaša Baloh, Project Manager, email@example.com
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Ozark Countians compete April 7
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Alyssa Dillon of Tecumseh, a student at Missouri State University-West Plains, won third place in the microeconomics competition and fourth place in accounting principles at the Future Business Leaders of America/PBL Leadership Conference April 7 at Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield. Also, MSU-WP student Kierstan Snider of Dora, not pictured, competed online and earned third place in macroeconomics. Because of their placing, Dillon and Snider are eligible to compete with other winning competitors at the PBL National Leadership Conference to be held June 23-26 in Baltimore, Maryland.


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Studio unveils dates for upcoming Illumination Entertainment slate.
Universal is moving ahead with a follow-up to Illumination Entertainment's Sing, its animated hit that remains in active release and has generated $429m worldwide to date.
Universal plans to release Sing 2 on December 25, 2020.
Meanwhile The Secret Life Of Pets 2 moves from July 13, 2018, to July 3, 2019. The original 2016 blockbuster grossed $875m worldwide.
The latter slot had been occupied by 2019 Illumination Franchise Film.
Universal executives also announced that 2020 Illumination Franchise Film has been announced as Minions 2 and moves from July 10, 2020, to July 3, 2020.