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Some adventure, some enigmas, a lot of fun for this treasure hunt !
Out of the professional field and in collaboration with your co-workers, enjoy an epic game, excellent boost for the communication and the cohesion of your team !
The Concept : Fall back into childhood and experience a dynamic and fun team building !
Logic, observation, reflection … During this cheery return to childhood, all participants will be able to reveal their skills thank to the varied enigmas. Be focused and fast, rack your brains in order to win the coveted treasure !
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ROYALS skipper Steve Brown accused Ipswich Town's Thomas Gaardsoe of gamesmanship and getting central defender Adi Viveash sent off as Reading crashed to a 3-1 defeat at Portman Road last night.
Viveash, who was making his first start for Royals this season, endured a nightmare evening as he went from hero to villain after his display at Norwich a couple of weeks ago.
The defender suffered a head injury that required eight stitches after an accidental collision with team-mate James Harper, and was then shown a straight red card 12 minutes into the second half after clashing with Town's Gaardsoe.
The club aren't expected to appeal and he will serve a three-match ban, meaning he is likely to miss the Brighton, Nottingham Forest and Portsmouth games.
Referee Clive Wilkes had already blown for a foul against Ipswich. But Town's Danish Under-21 international played on and Viveash, arms raised, made contact with Gaardsoe, who went crashing to the floor.
Wilkes didn't see the incident, but after talking to his assistant, he brandished a red card and the Town man got to his feet and, according to Brown, winked at Reading's departing defender.
Royals were still very much in the game up until that moment.
Alan Pardew's side recovered from going 1-0 down to Gaardsoe's header after just 40 seconds when Nicky Forster levelled things on 16 minutes.
The visitors should have taken the lead before Matt Holland's swerving long-range effort flew in, and Town never looked in any real trouble in the second half.
Jim Magilton delivered the final blow, firing home 20 minutes from time.
But Brown fumed: "To be honest I think he's (Viveash) a bit unlucky.
"We're going to say that as we're in his corner. I don't know much about their lad, but when you go down like he did then get up quickly with a wink and a smile then something is wrong.
"I think that's your answer as to whether Adi should have been sent off or not.
"The referee didn't see the incident. When you see it on TV from six different angles it can perhaps look like a terrible challenge, but Adi Viveash is in no way malicious.
"He doesn't want to get sent off. All he wanted was the ball and he put his arms out to push him.
"But if that's what the lad (Gaardsoe) wants to do, get Adi sent off, then he's succeeded.
"It's gamesmanship and he won't get much respect in the game for doing that."
Royals boss Alan Pardew added: "I saw it out of the corner of my eye and it didn't look too clever.
"Adi caught him, but the one thing anyone will tell you is Adi has not got a malicious bone in his body.
"It did look bad, but to be honest I think the lad made a meal of it.
"The incident marred the game. It's a shame because we're not a physical side and it changed the game.
"I was confident when it was 11 versus 11, but what was disappointing was that we conceded from set-plays and the last six or seven have been really bad goals to concede."
Predictably, Town boss Joe Royle viewed the incident differently, claiming people he had spoken to described it as a "forearm smash that was tantamount to assault."
However, he was complimentary about Reading in general and added: "It was a must-win game as we are now seven points behind Reading.
"People are surprised by where they are, but I'm not. They are a very good side and I can see why they are where they are.
"They have a great desire, they work extremely hard, have good movement and I don't think they'll be prone to any nerves on the run-in."

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For over a century, Princeton in Asia (PiA) has been fostering mutual appreciation and cultural understanding by connecting service-minded graduates and partner organizations in Asia through immersive work experiences that transform perspectives and cultivate long-lasting friendships. We work with organizations in the fields of education, international development, environmental advocacy, technology, engineering, journalism, and business. We believe that young, talented graduates are the United States' best ambassadors, and giving them the opportunity to live and work in Asia is an investment in educating future leaders and addressing profound needs in Asia.
PiA sponsors 150 fellowships and internships in 21 countries, with a staff of seven professionals and an annual operating budget of approximately $1,000,000. Fellows are drawn from over 70 U.S. colleges and universities. PiA is an independent, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization with a notably engaged Board of Trustees, and an active base of alumni and friends numbering over 4,000.
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Michael Ealy has signed on to play the male lead in Underworld: New Dawn, starring opposite Kate Beckinsale in the Screen Gems and Lakeshore project.
Michael Ealy will play a police detective who hunts the vampiress and ultimately teams up with her.
Production on Underworld: New Dawn just got under way in Vancouver.


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Announces Approval for the Novita Transaction
MAX RESOURCE CORP. (MXR.V) reported that, at the Special Meeting of Shareholders held on April 2, 2019, shareholders adopted a special resolution approving the transaction with Noble Metals Limited and its wholly-owned subsidiary Condoto Platinum Limited. The Company has also received approval from the Board of Noble for the execution of the Transaction.
Transaction highlights include:
- The acquisition by MAX of 100% rights to mineral claims and mineral applications held by Noble and, more importantly, the "Novita Agreement", an exclusive right of first refusal to the mineral rights and mining rights over 1,050 sq. km held by the Novita Higher Community Council as sole owners of the land and minerals.
- The Novita Agreement area encompasses or is adjacent to the Company's Choco Precious Metals Project, which covers an area of 1,757 sq. km, located 100 km SW of Medellin, Colombia.
- Established infrastructure, including a fully operation 30-man exploration camp at the town of Novita.
- The Choco Precious Metals Project covers or is adjacent to historic surface production of 1.5Mozs of gold and 1.0Mozs of platinum by Compania Minera del Choco Pacifico between 1906 and 1990. (Source: R.J. Fletcher and Associates (2011) Review of Gold and Platinum Exploration and Production in Choco Province Colombia Part 3. Private Report for Condoto Platinum Ltd).
The Company advises that mineralization hosted on adjacent properties is not necessarily indicative of mineralization hosted on the Company's Choco Precious Metals Project.
Brett Matich, Max's President and Chief Executive Officer, commented: "Shareholder approval of the Noble Transaction represents a major milestone for the Company. This transaction secures a major ground position in a world class precious metals province."
The Transaction
The Transaction is described in a definitive asset purchase agreement dated effective February 8, 2019, pursuant to which the Company has agreed to purchase a bundle of resource exploration assets located in the Choco Department of Colombia between Noble, Condoto, a local Colombian branch of Condoto and the Novita Higher Community Council. In consideration for these assets, MAX has agreed to pay the sum of C$500,000 and to issue to Noble 26,665,896 MAX common shares.
At the Special Meeting, the Company's shareholders adopted an additional special resolution to approve Noble as a 'Control Person' of the Company as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange. The Company anticipates that Noble will become a Control Person when the Acquisition Shares are issued upon the completion of the Transaction because, at closing, Noble will hold 29.2% of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company. The Transaction remains subject to conditions within the Transaction Agreement and the TSX Venture Exchange conditional approval letter.
About Max Resource Corp.
MAX Resource Corp. is a mineral exploration company focused on the development of prospective projects in the rich mineral belts of Colombia. The Company has established significant exploration infrastructure and local community support for two very large prospective Colombian projects: the Choco Precious Metals Project, located 100 kms south of Medellin, which covers or is adjacent to historic production of 1.5Mozs gold and 1.0Mozs platinum and the Gachala Copper Project, located 60 kms east of Bogota.
The Company is led by a seasoned management team with a track record of significant discovery and exploration success.


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The royal wedding photographer, Alexi Lubomirski only had three minutes as the Groom and the Bride left their afternoon reception to capture one perfect moment.
And, they got one of their most memorable photos: the black and white still of the newlyweds sitting on the stairs.
After asking about the picture time, Lubomirski said:-
"So after we were over with the family shots, we all went to the reception. And, if the couple were going to have any energy after that, we were going to go into the rose garden and just take some intimate quick pictures".
"And so, eventually we went out there. We had about three or three and a half minutes to take some pictures. And, that's because everything was like clockwork, and it was just one of the those magical moments, when you are a photographer and everything falls into its right place".
Also read: Meghan Markle And Prince Harry Talks About Their Bachelor Party.
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"When you have Windsor Castle in the background, the sun just setting over the top of the Castle behind them, it is just the most serene beautiful light. They are in love. Walking around that beautiful garden, it was just amazing. Also, they were in this elated state of mind"
But, it was actually after Lubomirski decided to wrap up the shoot, that he had that perfect black and white shot.
"I said finally, Okay, let's go back. You guys can go back to your thing now. But, listen, just before you go in, let's sit down on these stairs. And Meghan just slumped between his legs".
Also read: How Meghan Markle's First Marriage Will Be Different Than That With Prince Harry?
He added: "And suddenly, there was this moment where they were just laughing because they were joking about how they were exhausted and finally it's all over. Then, they just looked at each other and they were simply laughing, and it was this just beautiful moment".
"When you are taking the pictures, you know you have something. But, then obviously you haven't got time to look at it. So, it wasn't actually until I got back to the hotel and looked at it. It just was just perfect".


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In support of Queensland's sporting heroes, The Chelsea Bistro is winning over fans with their 'Breakfast of Champions' that will be trialled and tested by our state's best rugby players this Friday April 4.
The sea of red jerseys and contagious atmosphere at The Barracks precinct is what prompted the bistro to create this breakfast special of baked eggs with pork and fennel sausage in a spicy tomato sauce, that can be enjoyed during April.
The Chelsea Bistro has invited James Horwill, and some other key rugby union players this Friday morning to taste the highlight dish ahead of their home game this Saturday April 5.
Owner of The Chelsea Bistro and proud Queenslander, Steve Ackerie is a big supporter of the local team and describes the atmosphere around game time to be like a carnival.
"We've loved seeing the boys down here enjoying meals with their friends and families over the years, and the 'Breakfast of Champions' special is The Chelsea's way of giving our support back," said Ackerie.
"The team spirit in Brisbane is well and truly alive at this time of year, and we like to be as much part of the comradery as possible."
Rugby Union's leading man, James Horwill, an avid Chelsea Bistro fan and local resident, said having a good breaky before a big game is so important for the team's on-field performance.
"Well fed men off the field means better stamina on the field."
"I can't go past the poached eggs and the team at The Chelsea always make us feel right at home."
Fans are welcomed to experience the specials' debut alongside their favourite players this Friday April 4.


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I started off wanting to write something about William Marshal, a figure who has fascinated me since I first read about him in William Marshal: Knighthood, War and Chivalry, 1147-1219 by David Crouch for my capstone paper. I recently picked up a copy of The Greatest Knight: The Remarkable Life of William Marshal, the Power Behind Five English Thrones by Thomas Asbridge. To be fair, I haven't read Asbridge's book yet. I wanted to solidify my own ideas before I started reading his.
The assertion of William being the greatest knight was interesting to me and I thought it would be a great topic to explore further on my blog (Crouch does deal with this but it wasn't the focus of my reading). Once I started my research I realized it was a bigger topic than I anticipated. I needed to define what made a knight great during William Marshal's time before I could even get into whether he was a great knight much less the greatest knight. I had to split the topic up. This post is going to explore what made a knight great and the next one will then compare William Marshal's life to the criteria for a great knight.
Detail of a marginal drawing of an inverted shield with the arms of William Marshal, earl of Pembroke, referring to his death, and a pair of clasped hands above referring to the marriage of Richard, first earl of Cornwall and king of Germany, to Isabella of Gloucester. England, S. (St. Albans) Matthew Paris
The criteria for a great knight was based around the type of warfare that was common during William Marshals time. Major battles and sieges were uncommon for twelfth-century warfare and it remained that way until the fourteenth-century. There was an emphasis on the individual knight as they trained to fight individually as they were most often engaged in small scale skirmishes and situations where individual actions mattered quite a bit. As a warfare society, war played a huge role in society and for the aristocracy. Another large part of society, which conflicted with warfare in William Marshal's era in England, was the Catholic Church.
The Church had pacifist traditions that clashed with the warrior lifestyle of knights. While knights were supposed to protect against violence they were also the cause of violence. The warrior class was a danger to those who were a part of the church and the poor, who were the church's main concern. Violence was a concern to the Church due to the pillaging and raiding that knights took part in. The Church was further in conflict with a knight's lifestyle due to the idea of a universal Christian state. The way in which it could be achieved, according to the Church, was through peace and a unified Christendom. This meant that the Church believed that there was only a set of certain circumstances in which violence was acceptable and it did not include for political or economic reasons.
The Church had a strict definition of acceptable violence which was their definition of a just war. The Crusades fit this definition as they saw it as a war of defense as they were taking back the holy land, which they believed was rightfully theirs. The Crusades provided a way for knights to engage in Church sanctioned warfare. As the Crusades were considered a just war in the Church's eyes, the Church offered a remission of sins for those who went on a Crusade. This was ideal for a knight who had spent his life killing, a large sin in the Church's teachings.
Chivalry, the ideals for warriors in the late middle ages, was based around the individual knight. Just like the realities of being a knight the ideals in chivalry conflicted with each other and with the reality of being a knight. The concept of Chivalry could be found in the poem and stories from this time. Medieval romances provided a structure for how a knight could love a lady from afar, epics provided the ideals a knight should display on the battlefield, and writers fused these ideals with Christian values (this is, of course, a very brief explanation for a very complex and nuanced concept). These ideals presented in the literature are of course unachievable all at once. Chivalry focused on individual honor prowess, and accomplishments. Violence was glorified and painted as noble while some of the realities of war were glossed over. In addition, there was the idea of restraint, mostly coming from the Church's teachings, which also discounted the realities of being a knight. The ideals though did serve a purpose, warlike aristocracies needed warrior models to encourage their own warriors to conform to ideals that would allow the aristocracy to retain their power and position in society.
While there is no one set definition of Chivalry there are a few general takeaways that would make a knight great. Great individual deeds in battle, being a Crusader, and love a lady from afar. The ideal knight would serve his lord and not be afraid to die in his service while at the same time being a good Christian. In my second post, I will compare the main ideals presented in chivalry with William Marshal's life along with the realities of warfare to better understand what kind of knight he was.
For further reading (I used these works for this post) I suggest The English Aristocracy by David Crouch, The Reign of Chivalry by R. W. Barber, Western Warfare in the Age of the Crusades 1000-1300 by John France, and Chivalry and Violence in Medieval Europe by Richard W. Kaeuper.


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Half of the people living with HIV in the United States reside in 12 cities and D.C. is one of them. Urban America continues to suffer high rates of HIV despite successes of antiretroviral treatment that can suppress the virus, decrease transmission, prevent progression to AIDS, and lower death rates.
HIV knows no boundaries; it does not discriminate. The global U.S. response known as the President's Emergency Program for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) succeeded by enhancing funding, coordinating government efforts and working across jurisdictions. Bold action cut across bureaucratic and government boundaries. Bureaucratic bottlenecks gave way to coordinated programs that delivered medications across boundaries and saved millions of lives. President Bush, President Obama and Congress should be congratulated for this success and we should now emulate the model in the U.S.
The highways that connect Washington, D.C., environs and Baltimore convey more than just traffic; they are also corridors for the transmission of diseases. We live in a fluid society where people from all over the region communicate and connect. The corridor from Northern Virginia, through D.C. and up to Baltimore have become one social, economic and epidemiological unit. The urban epidemic among men who have sex with men, heterosexuals and intravenous drug users has intensified. In D.C., one in four minority gay and bisexual men are now HIV positive. HIV is spreading from center cities to the suburbs. HIV is spreading from the center cities to the suburbs.
A domestic PEPFAR would emphasize enhanced spending, promote regional data and plan and coordinate services regionally. A study by the CDC estimates that we need about $10 billion invested now to save $66 billion over the long term by averting infections and the medical costs that follow. Better coordination with the federal government will increase efficiencies. Our health departments are burdened with managing and reporting on upwards of a dozen federal grants with overlapping grant periods and duplicative requirements that could be greatly simplified if the federal government worked in a more coordinated fashion. PEPFAR cut the red tape abroad; we can do the same at home. Fighting the epidemic in the region can also be improved by better coordination of services. People living across the street from a clinic in a different state cannot use their government insurance there.
Washington, D.C., Baltimore and adjoining counties offer an historic opportunity for the federal government to apply the PEPFAR approach. The region has strong public health departments, nationally recognized medical facilities and global academic institutions. They form the foundation for what could become a coordinated response to the regional epidemic. We also have dedicated community residents, HIV-positive people and activists that are well poised to collaborate in a regional coordinated effort.
Let D.C. and Baltimore be a national example of coordination by funding a domestic PEPFAR model right here. Hold us accountable for results in reducing new HIV cases on a regional basis, ensuring people get quality care and providing critical data to document success. Gov. Martin O'Malley of Maryland and Mayor Vincent Gray of D.C. recently wrote President Obama urging him to address the regional nature of the HIV epidemic and help our jurisdictions work together by facilitating a necessary collaboration. The president can use the international stage of AIDS 2012 as the opportunity to announce a domestic PEPFAR for urban America starting in the Baltimore-Washington corridor. By this initiative, the leadership he brought with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy can take the next step in ending the domestic epidemic.
Dr. Gregory Pappas is senior deputy director of the D.C. Department of Health's HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration (HAHSTA).


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Paul Krugman somehow forgets to take $44 trillion into account:
Menzie Chinn is having a dialogue, or something, with the Heritage Foundation. He pointed out that their arguments against stimulus, aside from being primitive and wrong, would also imply that the fiscal cliff is harmless. They respond in part by claiming that all they're worried about is the incentive effects — yeah, right — and also by claiming that famous economists made the same arguments.
The latter claim, unfortunately, is completely true. But it doesn't absolve Heritage; all it shows is that much of macroeconomics, especially but not only at Chicago, has retrogressed intellectually, to such an extent that famous economists repeat 1930-vintage fallacies in perfect ignorance of the hard intellectual work that showed, three generations ago, that they are indeed fallacies.
By the way, Heritage — after totally misrepresenting Keynesian economics (Keynesians never think about investment? Really?) — asks,
When the government borrows a trillion dollars on global financial markets for a stimulus package, does Chinn believe that zero dollars of that is diverted from investment?
I don't know for sure what Menzie's answer would be, but mine is, no, I don't believe that zero dollars are diverted; under current conditions, negative dollars are diverted. That is, stimulus spending would lead to more, not less, private investment. Why? Because we are in a liquidity trap — interest rates won't rise — and higher sales would induce businesses to invest more, not less.
Oh, and if you go back to what Heritage analysts were writing back in 2009, they were predicting that government borrowing would lead to soaring interest rates. How's that going, guys?
There is a very easy explanation for why increased goverment borrowing has not led to soaring interest rates. Like every good Neo-Keynesian, Krugman gets himself in trouble by completely ignoring the credit market, which is a little ironic considering that he's talking about the price of credit.
Government borrowing has soared since 2009. It has exploded from $6.8 trillion to $11.3 trillion. So, with that obvious increase in the demand for credit, why hasn't the price increased? Because government borrowing was only 12.9 percent of the total credit market back in 2009. It is now 20.4 percent of the market. The price of credit hasn't gone up because the OVERALL demand for it has slumped, as I pointed out last week.
This is like asking why the Warcraft servers aren't being overloaded because you're playing twice as much now, even though two other players who used to play a lot more than you did are playing quite a bit less than before.
The Heritage analysts assumed, improperly, that the Household and Finance sectors would continue to expand at their 60-year rates of increase. Instead, both sectors have shrunk, by $1 trillion and $3.3 trillion respectively. Debt disinflation is why interest rates are not soaring.


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Tonal Vision now offers live streaming as one of our services. Streaming is often used for news and announcements, concerts and festivals, and sports. Live streamed video is immediate, unedited, and offers the opportunity to interact with the presenters/performers. For more information on whether streaming would be a good investment for you, see our blog article, "Should We Be Streaming?"
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The following questions will help define your needs and strategy so we can more easily provide pricing. For major productions, work with your marketing and PR staff to help make these decisions.
- Where do you want your video to be seen? Free platforms, such as YouTube and Facebook, are the simplest and least expensive. Many services allow you to embed their stream in your website. Streaming to several platforms and websites will reach more viewers but will also add to the cost and complexity. It's also possible to password-protect a private event or even charge viewers to watch.
- What kind of viewer experience are you aiming for? A single speaker or panel without slides and visuals can be covered with one camera, greatly simplifying the production. In contrast, large audiences paying to view a big-name concert performance will expect multiple camera angles and moving shots. When the action lulls, they will also appreciate short interviews and a trip behind-the-scenes.
- How critical is it to avoid failure? This question is important because it will have a huge impact on cost. Factors which help ensure success:
- A highly skilled streaming technician with years of experience will know how to deal with almost any problem.
- Better equipment doesn't just offer more capabilities. It is also designed be trouble-free and to help protect against common issues.
- A preliminary dry run will allow presenters to rehearse and technicians to test equipment and the internet connection. Ideally, this should be done far enough in advance to allow for replacements and tweaks, but close enough to the event that no important changes will occur.
- An experienced producer can ensure the necessary testing is done in advance and that disaster plans are in place. For a complex production, a producer will also add value by working with your staff to ensure their goals are met and to help avoid legal issues, such as privacy, publicity and intellectual property/copyright.
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- Is one camera enough, or do you want multiple visual sources? If you decide to have multiple sources going into a switcher, possibilities include cameras with hard-wired connections to the switcher; moving or remote cameras with wireless video transmitters; slides, pre-recorded video and overlays; and even green screen backgrounds with virtual sets.
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- Do you want the video edited afterward in any way? For example, you might want a highlights video or short excerpts. Editing can also polish the video for longer-term viewing by removing dead time and performer stumbles, evening out sound levels, and correcting color.
- Basic streaming package: Single camera streaming to a free platform, such as Facebook or YouTube: $1,250Price includes 1 streaming technician with an HD video encoder, 1 videographer with 1 HD camera, and 1 production assistant at your location streaming for up to 90 minutes.
- Premium streaming package: 3 cameras streaming to a free platform, such as Facebook or YouTube: $2,000
Price includes 1 streaming technician with an HD video encoder and switcher, 2 videographers with 3 HD video cameras that are hard-wire connected to the switcher, and 1 production assistant streaming at your location for up to 90 minutes.
- Streaming from our studio: $150/hour, including 1/2 hour for set-up
Price includes streaming technician and videographer; up to 2 cameras; choice of black, white, green or wood-look background (photos above)streaming to a free platform, such as Facebook or YouTube.
- Anything else requires a formal estimate, including streaming to several platforms at once and pay per view streaming.
We live-streamed a series of events for Baltimore County, including the 2016, 2017 and 2018
County Executive Budget Messages and the December 2018 inauguration of the new County
Executive, Johnny Olszewski Jr. at Towson University SECU Arena.
One camera streaming through a cell phone with no internet connection.
Our Mice in the Attic streaming music program, also available on Facebook, YouTube, and Vimeo.


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In celebration of R&B-pop royalty, this week's #TBT edition spotlights the one and only Ashanti. Back in 2014, the singer-songwriter discussed the powerful metaphor behind her fifth studio album, Braveheart, and how she navigated her return to music after cutting ties with Murder Inc.
"Braveheart came from a very sincere and honest place...talking about just being brave and having heart in everything you do," she tells Fuse. "Braveheart, the movie, happens to be one of my favorites...The Scots had homemade rags, barefoot, pain on their face—but you couldn't deny their passion. You couldn't deny their hunger."
On her fallout with Murder Inc, Ashanti kept it real, calling the experience "a character builder."
"Just being a family and then having those horrible things happen—kind of trying and testing all of our relationships—it was a lot," she says. "You're guilty by association. So business wise, when I'm trying to do a deal with a clothing line or perfume line or ad campaign, and they're seeing my picture on the New York Post, 'Federally Indicted,' and I didn't get indicted! So why are they using my picture?"
Below, listen to Fuse reminisce about Ashanti's classic debut album on an episode of Besterday:


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Those who follow my journey know that I prefer to travel solo. You also know that I am an introvert and usually keep to myself.
One usual misconception about introverts is that they don't like people, that they don't like to socialise. As an introvert traveller, the least I can say in my defence is that it's not true.
Yes, I prefer to keep my circle small, avoid short talks, and don't get along with everyone so easily, if at all. A room full of people drives me crazy and parties are not for me. I don't like it when I'm at the centre of attention and it makes me very anxious.
But being an introvert doesn't stop me from making friends. Sometimes, strangers you meet along the way turn out to be a good company. And to become friends with them? Well, that's possible, too. Even for an introvert like me.
This article is about one such stranger I met in Bangkok. A stranger who made my solo travel much more fun. Who chose to stick with me throughout my time in Bangkok. Someone equally dynamic, crazy, unpredictable and someone who is a devoted extrovert.
Introducing: Khalyf Kemal
I met Khalyf – from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – at Bangkok Arts and Culture Centre one evening. Right from the moment I introduced myself, we got along really well. Our work was somewhat related, our music interests matched closely. Moreover, he was also travelling alone.
Before we parted our ways that night, Khalyf gave me a phone with internet. This way I could stay connected with him and others. I asked him to leave me a message if he was available to meet in coming days.
Usually, when you meet someone along the way, you seek possibilities of meeting again. But things don't really work that way and you usually don't hear back from them. I don't, at least.
But in Khalyf's case, this turned out not to be true. He left a message the next day and we decided to meet. He asked me if I would join him for a visit to ChangChui night market where he was to meet someone. I said yes and we took a long ride first on a ferry then in a bus.
During this time, we both came to know we were both pretty much alike. We enjoyed that evening at Chang Chui and decided to meet again.
One Is Solo, Two Is a Party
One thing was clear after that visit to ChangChui. Both I and Khalyf were pretty much alike. We were both young, broke, and carefree. Our similarities helped us form a special bond that I had not seen in a while. What came next was fun, loads of fun.
We would finish our work by the noon and meet every day in the evening. Every evening, we would go out to explore different parts of an interesting city called Bangkok. Our curiosity led us to visit different markets, some 'adult entertainment zones' among other interesting places, and taste different street food offerings.
Together, we enjoyed Bangkok's nightlife, shot many photos and videos, and learned many things from each other. We spent many midnights doing things we would never have done alone. We would sit somewhere in dark and go on ranting about life. After returning to our 'normalities', we would continue wandering around and reach our places before dawn.
I can't explain the bond we shared all these days, but it felt like we were lost brothers. In addition to the craziness that we shared, we also shared respect for our work. He admired my photography and I loved his perspective. And that kind of sums up the reason why we got along so nicely. We learnt many things from each other and started to look for ways to work together someday.
Time to Part Our Ways
Travelling continuously has its disadvantages. After spending nearly three weeks together, I and Khalyf had to part our ways. We spent our last couple of days together in Pattaya. On the day of my flight, Khalyf came to see me off. We created a bit of a scene at the airport, too!
It felt like we knew each other for years and parting ways seemed impossible. But facing facts is hard and you have to do what needs to be done. The moment he left, I started missing him. I dialled Khalyf's number one last time and spoke to him for a while.
I invited him to my place whenever he wanted a little getaway. We also jokingly dreamed of meeting for a cup of coffee in some European city. Oh, things never felt this nice. It seemed like the time had stopped for all these days and the reality was far far away from us. We felt untouchable by the reality bug.
Solo Travel with A Friend: Summary
Meeting a stranger, becoming friends, and having fun together is a part of travelling. It's pretty common to find someone to hangout with and part your ways forever. But meeting Khalyf and ending up having such a good bond was surprising for me on many levels.
All those days we spent together in Bangkok were the best days of my journey. I am not sure when we will meet again and where. But having stored all those beautiful memories in my mind, I feel the urge of meeting him soon.
That's it, folks. This was the story of two young, broke, clueless guys who met in Bangkok by chance. This story is a reminder that friends are found everywhere and solo travel for an introvert like me doesn't really suck. I'm sure by now you know why this article was titled 'solo travel with a friend.'
This article serves as a thank you note to Khalyf for all the good times. I know this article seems incomplete. Because the story itself is incomplete.
What about you? Did you meet someone special during your solo travel? Do share your experience with me. Did you like this article? Please share it with others.


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: Years of careful restoration have gone into this quaint nineteenth-century farm: it now features a magnificent flower-filled garden and an orange grove, and the sunny dining room has been done up in elegant light colors. There are even cozy salons to repair to with family and friends. The check does nothing to spoil the relaxed atmosphere, and Michel Morand's classic country cuisine interprets the best regional ingredients with skill and an ample dose of charm. Good small cellar with lots of half-bottles.
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FREEPORT, Minn. (WCCO) — Rays of sunshine cast a warm glow on a cold winter's day. Spreading light onto an unusual gathering of animals grazing the snow covered ground.
"We have mule deer, musk oxen, buffalo," said Heidi Roering.
In a penned prairie just outside Freeport is the Hemker Park and Zoo. It's a collection of dozens of mammals and waterfowl from around the world. There are ostriches and big horn sheep, but this time of year the stars of the show are the smallest creatures of the Caribou family: Reindeer from the Lapland's of northern Norway.
"In the reindeer family, both the male and the female grow antlers," Roering said.
Mark and Joan Hemker started the herd more than 25 years ago. Joan says it was Mark's dream to spread the magic of Christmas.
"He said to me, you want to get reindeer and pull a sleigh? I thought you're not Santa, you're crazy!" said Joan
That craziness has grown into a herd of 30 reindeer. Where this time of year their coats are thick and feet splayed wide, ready to pull a sleigh loaded with toys.
"The only one we don't have is Rudolph," said Heidi, Mark and Joan's daughter.
When cancer took Mark Hemker's life nearly seven years ago, the family instantly agreed to keep Mark's dream alive. Daughter Heidi is now chief reindeer trainer and keeper.
"I always tell people they're kind of like a little kid, except for their snow cones come at winter and that's what they get to eat all year, they love it!" Heidi said.
But what they really love is getting harnessed to pull. In the weeks leading up to Christmas, they'll bring the reindeer to daycares and nursing homes, schools and hospitals.
They see it as spreading the joy of Mark's dream.
"When we get to a show, kids come out and not just kids, all ages. Their eyes light up and they can't believe there's real live reindeer," Heidi said.
With a simple command, the bells jingle and hooves tromp on the frozen ground, putting smiles and wonder in faces of sleigh riders prepared to fly.
"You need Santa's magic dust, they need that magic dust. If they had that they would fly!" Joan said.
Yet even when grounded, it's a sight and sound that's unforgettable. These eight tiny animals with the big antlers and hooves are about to prance into the hearts and heads of children everywhere.
"But we all walk away and we are more blessed by them. And we are better people cause we get to touch their lives," Roering said.
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Both victims were transported by ambulance to the emergency room of Spalding Regional Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.
"The juvenile's initial injury appeared to be a graze, but it has been determined that a bullet did penetrate her back and was later removed by medical personnel," said Lt. Mike Richardson, of the GPD Criminal Investigation Division. "A 37-year-old female (the juvenile's mother) was shot in the buttock area."
The adult female victim's wound was not through-and-through, meaning the bullet did not exit her body, Richardson said.
Investigators of the Griffin Police Department remain on the scene and are actively investigating the incident.
Richardson said no witnesses have come forward with information.
In addition to the two victims, two others were present in the residence at the time the shooting occurred.
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Alan Shearer was the boss, and the Boro game was his first win in six Newcastle matches.
As it happens - we lost to Fulham (1-0) and Aston Villa (1-0) and the Magpies hit the relegation trapdoor - leaving the GOALden Boy shattered, never (to date) return to football management.
So what will he do now? Sit in the TV studio and tell other Premiership managers where they are going wrong, as he does now ... or show more bottle than Hanson, Lawrenson and Dixon ever did ... and JUST DO IT!
Everton are wanting someone to step into the shoes of Manchester United-bound David Moyes.
Big boots to fill ... but are Shearers feet ... and BALLS ... big enough?
Everton chairman Bill Kenwright insists the club will not be rushed into appointing a successor to Moyes.
The likes of Wigan boss Roberto Martinez, Celtic manager Neil Lennon, Swansea's Michael Laudrup and Cardiff's Malky Mackay have all been linked with the Toffees job in recent days ... but why doesn't Shearer throw his cap into the mix?
Kenwright insists the club will take their time over the appointment, with no decision until after the final Premier League game of the season against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge next Sunday.
Kenwright: "We will not be making a quick decision, we will be taking time.
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No matter what the investment vehicle, whether it is CDs, money market, stocks, bonds, or private investment lending, the private investor must weigh the polarities of private investment risk versus security. ALL investments carry with them some element of risk. Since there is no such thing as a risk free investment it behooves us to know how increasing security works to minimize risk. Let's start by viewing the Lender Risk Table below.
Private Investment Risk versus Security
In the table above there are four categories of risk. On the left are investments that put the private investor's principal at greatest risk. On the right are the investments with the least risk for the investor.
No Collateral Loans
On the left of the chart is the riskiest of loans. The loan made with no collateral. Lenders can make money on no collateral loans as is exemplified by the credit card industry. Even during extremely economically distressed times, credit card companies make billions of dollars in profits from loans made on nothing other than a person's promise to pay. In a no collateral loan there is no collateral for the lender to take possession of should the borrower not fulfill the promise. With no collateral loans the lender's recourse, in the event of non-payment, is limited and, therefore, interest rates can be substantial to compensate for the higher levels of risk.
Though most people do not think of investment in the stock market as a loan, the reality is, a stock purchase is a loan to the company from whom the stock was purchased for the purpose of capitalization for the company. Stocks are an example of unsecured lending. When one purchases a stock, one has no collateral and no guaranty that the loan will return profitable earnings. A stock can, in fact, lose value and is, therefore, another prime example of an unsecured loan.
Loans on Depreciating Collateral
Loans secured by collateral that is depreciating carry a minimized risk as compared to no collateral loans. Loans for automobile purchases are the prime example of depreciating loans. Everyone knows that the value of an automobile will be less the minute it is purchased and driven off the lot then it was at the time of purchase. The auto loan is based upon purchase price not upon value. Just like in no collateral loans, lenders are making fortunes lending on depreciating collateral. The risk to the lender is somewhat minimized because there is some collateral and in the event of borrower default, the lender can reclaim the collateral. The risk to loss of capital still remains high because even though the collateral can be redeemed, it is almost certain to have less value than the remaining principal on the loan.
Loans on Appreciating Collateral
Loans secured by collateral that is appreciating further minimize the risk to the lender. Real estate is generally considered an appreciating asset. Though real estate can depreciate as we know during economic downturns, over time real estate is considered to be a reliably appreciating asset. Appreciating collateral is considered to minimize risk because the value of the collateral is likely to increase over time. If the borrower defaults on a loan secured by appreciating collateral, the lender can reasonably expect to take possession of an asset whose value exceeds the amount of the principle. Therefore, it is possible that foreclosing on an appreciating asset could prove to be more lucrative than the mere collection of interest and payments.
Insured Savings
Probably the least risky investment is saving in FDIC insured accounts such as CDs, Money Market accounts, and just your regular passbook savings. FDIC insured accounts insure that the investor will always be able to redeem the principal and interest as long as the principle does not exceed $250,000. Even though these FDIC insured accounts minimize risk they do not necessarily make for good investment vehicles because earnings are very low. Generally, interest paid on these minimal risk accounts is less than inflation. Because the interest paid is less than inflation, the investor loses financial ground rather than gaining.
When considering private investment risk versus security, the risk factors for private investment lending backed by secured collateral provide reasonable risk while offering good return on investment.


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This holiday season, Givenchy brings a winter-y feeling to the collection. Covered in white, the collection reminds me when I visited Europe during Christmas; thick snows are everywhere and city lights beaming through the night. It was a wonderful moment to imagine..
LES NUANCES GLACE?ES collection consists of:
La Palette Glacee – a beautiful palette with 6 shades inside
packaged with six elegant and innovative shades,
Iridescent Shades: Marron Glace?, Bronze Carame?lise? Pre?cieux, De?lectation de Blanc Irise? (to be used as a top coat) –
matte shades: Beige Rose? (to be used as a unifier), Essence de Marron, Marron Praline? Onctueux.
Le Rouge Glace
A limited edition red lipstick, Le Rouge, is also adorned with a radiant white sheath in limited edition for the collection.
Noir Couture Volume and Liner Vinyl
For Christmas 2015, the eyes are also dressed up with Noir Couture Volume mascara in Taupe Glace?, which strikes up a perfect relationship with the Palette. And to intensify the whole collection, the ultimate signature of elegance, Liner Vinyl is available in Bronze Glace? with golden glints.
The collection is now available in Singapore with the price list below
Disclaimer: The information provided above is extracted from Givenchy Christmas 2015 Press Release Information


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This morning I decided to give this site a little bit more substance. That means that I will post on a regular base things about Blender. I will start with posting my old YouTube Tutorials.
These Tutorials are old, so please don't blame me for that. I have become much better in the meantime! 😉
Next week will I will start to record new Blender-Tutorial videos which you will find here on Blendersauce.com or directly in my YouTube Channel for Digital Art.
So here is the first video, bad microphone.
This tutorial is about how to create a shiny plastic material in Blender and Cycles.


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What you will find in this article is the latest and most updated Elegant Themes review for 2018.
If you are starting a blog and looking for a good WordPress theme, you probably come across Elegant Themes.
Elegant Themes comes with a wide range of attractive themes, powerful plugins and a super active user community. Their flagship product is Divi theme and I'm sure you have heard about it!
In short, Elegant Themes is one of the biggest names in the WordPress ecosystem.
You might have read a few Elegant Themes review when it comes to premium WordPress theme and plugin shopping. But, I'm sure there are many questions that are left unanswered.
Here are a few to start with.
At the end of this post, you will have a good understanding on what Elegant Themes is all about which will help you make a well-thought-out decision.
What is Elegant Themes?
At this point of writing, Elegant Themes has been in the market for over eight years serving close to 450,000 customers. The workforce for Elegant Themes is also huge, consisting of over 40 employees working across the globe. Elegant Themes is the brainchild of Nick Roach's and it was launched back during his college days.
An amazing feat to say the very least!
I want to start my Elegant Themes review by saying that Elegant Themes is popular because it comes with over 87 WordPress themes and five plugins. Elegant Themes has taken 'a road less taken' approach when it comes to their business model — subscription model.
They recently ditched the Personal plan and remodeled their pricing structures to remain competitive in the WordPress market. Take a look below at their old pricing model.
With the new pricing structure, Elegant Themes operates on a subscription model where it costs $89 per year for unlimited access or $249 for a lifetime membership (one-time payment).
As you can see, this pricing structure is better and rather straightforward. Plus, it is less cluttered which helps Elegant Themes to serve its customers better.
The only differences between the Elegant Themes yearly access and lifetime access is the payment or pricing. If you are looking for Elegant Themes discount, going for the lifetime access is going to save you a lot of money in a long run.
With that being said, let's move forward with the next part of the Elegant Themes review -> Is Elegant Themes the right choice for your project?
Part 1 of Elegant Themes Review: WordPress Themes
Signing up with Elegant Themes gives you unlimited access to over 87 WordPress themes at a single pricing.
Here's something you need to understand though. With the arrival of Divi back in 2013, Elegant Themes has been making this flagship theme as the single best WordPress theme available.
The new and updated Divi 3.0 was launched late in 2016 and it has become one of the best WordPress themes that offers multiple features including drag and drop WordPress editor.
Divi — The Multipurpose WordPress Theme
Divi 3.0 allows you create just about any type of website without the need of using a single line of code.
Divi 3.0 offers state-of-the-art features that allows you to customize any WordPress site within minutes, not hours. I highly recommend you to take a look at this video introduction of Divi 3.0, before moving forward with the Elegant Themes review.
Divi 3.0 theme is build from ground up and the unique proposition about this WordPress theme is the ability to use on any website powered by WordPress - from blog to business homepages and from eCommerce stores to a single page landing.
The Divi 3.0 is a great drag and drop visual editor because it allows new WordPress users to create custom websites without using codes and professional web designers for building sites that are more efficient for their clients.
In short, Divi 3.0 is extremely flexible and allows the users to do literally everything under the hood.
Changing the size of the column is just as simple as a drag and pull.
Want to change the font or adjust the number of columns? Yes, it is way much easier to do using Divi!
Using Divi, you can change anything at real time (WYSIWYG) and you can even compare it on mobile and other views too!
If you are an inexperience web designer or running a web design business from home, Divi is a great choice because it comes with a large library of templates.
Loading up any of the pre-made Divi layout gives you a quick head start to starting your website.
No matter what your skill level are, Divi does an excellent job in democratizing web designs.
Combining the powerful drag and drop builder with the Divi layouts allows you to create the ultimate website design of your choice faster and cost efficient.
BONUS #1: Divi Leads Tool
Divi Leads Tool is worth mentioning in this Elegant Themes review. Divi Leads allows you to run and manage split testing experiments on your site's design and content.
If you are looking to remove the guesswork and increase conversion rates (or engagement rates), you are going to find Divi Leads very useful.
On the personal end, Divi Leads lets you run split testing on multiple elements on a single page. This means that you can change any element on the page and compare it (instead of the traditional split testing of page A vs page B).
BONUS #2: New Divi layouts and templates
The crews behind Elegant Themes understand the importance of having new layouts and templates. Therefore, new content and updates are always introduced to the Elegant Themes community to ensure that freshness in ideas and new designs can be used by the users immediately.
Overall, Divi 3.0 is definitely a great choice for both bloggers and website developers who like to build a custom WordPress website.
Divi Layouts & Templates
With constant launches of new Divi layouts and templates, Divi by Elegant Themes became a great option for WordPress users because it makes web design easier and faster.
As these layouts and templates are often designed by professionals, users can easily use the designs (via importing them) instead of creating from scratch.
Extra Magazine WordPress Theme
Extra theme is launched right after Divi and make no mistake about it. It offers one of the best features that Elegant Themes can offer.
While the Divi theme by Elegant Themes is often considered a multipurpose theme, Extra is more specific, offering professional website design designed specifically for blogs, online magazines and sites that offer content-rich information.
If you are looking for the perfect homepage for a news or magazine site, you don't have to look far. Extra magazine theme allows you display your best content in a stylish grid format.
Feeling advantageous? You can opt for carousels, tabbed areas and other custom widgets to display previews of your blog content.
Want to further entice your web visitors? Not a problem!
Extra magazine theme by Elegant Themes allows you to draw the right attention to your content by having multiple, well-placed focused areas.
This is what I mean.
The usage of images and multiple widget areas allow you to customize your site and keeping your web visitors engaged.
And that's not all! Extra uses Divi Builder tool and therefore, you can customize anything on the page with ease.
Divi Builder tool is a front-end drag-and-drop WordPress editor that connects you to the content library. You can easily import predefined content into the page or save one that you have created in just a few clicks.
Extra magazine theme by Elegant Themes allows you to make your article stand out from the crowd. Instead of using just wall of text, you can easily integrate images, videos and different fonts for your content upgrade.
Ultimately, you will get a lower bounce rate and web visitors will stay for a longer duration.
Other WordPress Themes By Elegant Themes
You have just seen the complete comparison of Divi and Extra by Elegant Themes (mind blowing, right?). How about the other WordPress themes offered by Elegant Themes?
Remember the 87 WordPress themes I said earlier?
You will find many other WordPress themes which are great within the Elegant Themes catalog. While these WordPress themes are great for the eyes, I highly recommend you to take serious consideration on Divi and Extra because there are many built in features which will skyrocket your site.
Note: When you sign up for Elegant Themes, you have access to ALL WordPress themes by Elegant Themes including Divi and Extra magazine theme.
Part 2 of Elegant Themes Review: Elegant Themes WordPress Plugins
Elegant Themes doesn't only offer premium WordPress themes, they also offer a wide range of high-quality WordPress plugins.
By subscribing to Elegant Themes (either the yearly or lifetime plan), you will get unlimited access to these plugins.
Divi Builder WordPress Page Builder Plugin
Why would you want to use Divi Builder plugin?
If you are using other WordPress themes, you can easily use the Divi Builder plugin to leverage the true power of a drag and drop WordPress editor.
If you are looking to create custom page design through a back-end builder interface, Divi Builder plugin is your best option.
Using this plugin, you can create advanced page layouts such as multiple rows and columns. At this point of time, there are 46 customizable content modules that you can choose from when using Divi Builder plugin.
Apart from that, what I love about Divi Builder is the option to roll back any changes I had done. For example, I may accidentally add a new element which distrupted the mobile view. In just a few clicks, I can easily roll back the changes done.
This Elegant Themes review is not complete without mentioning the powerful feature of the Blurb Module. In short, you can save any layout, section or module to your Divi library and reuse it anywhere on your site at a later time.
If you update any of the library items, you can even selectively apply those changes to each instance of the items throughout your site under one hood. Therefore, instead of going through page by page to do then painful changes, you can update everything with just a click of the mouse.
Is Divi Builder a good choice for you?
Yes. Even if you are using other WordPress themes like StudioPress, you can easily install Divi Builder and create custom designs for your content without worrying that it will break your site.
In short, the Divi Builder is a good option when compared with other drag and drop page builder plugins for WordPress.
Bloom Email Optin Form WordPress Plugin
Collecting emails from your web visitors isn't an easy task and without a powerful lead generation plugin, it is really hard to achieve your email marketing goals!
Thankfully, there is Bloom. Bloom is an interesting lead generation plugin for WordPress.
Here are some samples of the email optins by Bloom.
Setting up Bloom plugin by Elegant Themes to collect emails is really easy.
For a start, there are many optin forms that you can choose from, such as pop-up, fly-in, inline and widget forms. You can take email lead generation a step further using locked content feature that comes in handy!
Next, you can choose a wide range of templates to be customized through the plugin's editor.
As an avid WordPress user who is constantly trying to hack email marketing and lead generation, I understand that having a flexible lead generation tool is critical for any success.
I want absolutely control in the way my forms are showing up, including animation during introduction of the form, setting delay time and control the forms' visibility.
Bloom allows you to define specifically where you can each form to be visible and the parameters which leads to activating the forms. You can also create multiple lead generation forms using Bloom to tailor the design and content to increase the conversion rate.
Aside from that, Bloom allows you to perform split testing on various forms in just a few clicks.
Instead of guessing which lead generation form will perform better, split testing feature on Bloom allows you to grow your list faster and more effective.
Monarch Social Sharing WordPress Plugin
Do you want more people to share your content on social media?
If yes, the Monarch plugin by Elegant Themes will help you increase the number of times your content is shared on social media.
Social shares play a role in search engine ranking. If you want better search ranking, make sure your content is easily shareable!
Simplicity is the key for social media success. I have used many social media plugins for WordPress and many of them are very complicated!
However, it is not the case of Monarch. Monarch social media plugin is another powerful creation of Elegant Themes.
Here's the good news: When you subscribe to Elegant Themes, the Monarch social media plugin will automatically be available for you to download.
What makes Monarch a powerful social media plugin for website owners?
Once Monarch is installed, you can choose a wide range of social sharing buttons on your site. At this point of writing, Monarch supports over 20 social networking sites.
Aside from that, Monarch by Elegant Themes allows you to choose a wide range of display location such as:
Unlike other social media plugin, Monarch social media plugin allows you to display links to your social media profiles. So, this is a great way if you are planning to grow your social media followers.
What makes Monarch social media plugin by Elegant Themes different from the rest?
The answer is because the team behind Elegant Themes understand how important control is for bloggers and web owners. All advanced settings such as display setting and design customization takes place through a user-friendly interface.
Therefore, you do not need to figure out how to work on the settings or check on its knowledge base for answers.
Ultimately, Monarch is definitely one of the best social media plugins for WordPress and you can get Monarch plugin as part of your Elegant Themes membership (without paying extra).
Part 3 of Elegant Themes Review: How Good Is The Elegant Themes Support?
Do you know what makes Elegant Themes worth it? It is the support level.
What triggered an impressive run for Elegant Themes the past few years was through their mistakes they did during their early days. Those times, the support level for Elegant Themes was nothing to "wow" about and they are often considered 'not responsive.'
A major shift was done within the Elegant Themes support and since then, I am happy to report that the support level for Elegant Themes is beyond excellent.
Take a look at the screenshot below. It shows the number of users are posting questions and if you dive in deeper, you will find that the support team is responding to each and every one of them.
Elegant Themes themes and plugins are often regularly updated and new improvements are incorporated into the products.
At the same time, there are extensive tutorials in many forms including videos and text. Active Elegant Themes members can open a support ticket by posting questions in the support forums (which will be picked up by a staff on duty).
The Elegant Themes forum is well maintained with multiple subforums to ensure that all your questions and concerns are quickly answered.
Part 4 of Elegant Themes Review: Other Elegant Themes Communities
Do you know that there is a huge community surrounding Elegant Themes and its products?
There are many active Facebook groups, marketplaces selling child themes (such as Divi child themes) and blogs that are devoted to Divi's development.
The official Elegant Themes blog is one of the most popular and high traffic blog related to WordPress. It publishes not only advice and tips for bloggers and web designers, it also send out weekly newsletter which are packed with information.
Note from the editor: Do you know that there is a podcast created specially for Divi? You can check out Divi Nation Podcast on iTunes here.
Part 5 of Elegant Themes Review: Is Elegant Themes worth it?
Before I conclude the Elegant Themes review for 2018, I want to stress that there is no doubt Divi is one of the best multipurpose WordPress themes around. As you can get your hands on Divi, Extra and 85 other WordPress themes with a handful of useful plugins for only $89, signing up with Elegant Themes represents excellent value for your money.
With the availability of Divi Builder, you can expect a lot more coming your way from Elegant Themes. From a seasoned web designer to a novice blogger, everyone can benefit from the Divi Builder.
If you lack vision of what your website design, Divi and Extra themes from Elegant Themes are going to help you out a lot as they are such flexible themes. With the inbuilt WordPress editor, you can easily put on your creative hat and design the ultimate website design of your choice. You can even go crazy by changing your theme every week just with the drag and drop builder!
To conclude this review on Elegant Themes, I would say that Elegant Themes is worth your money and is one of the best WordPress theme memberships in the market. The combination of multipurpose WordPress themes (Divi and Extra) along with Divi WordPress Page Builder and Monarch Social Media Plugin for WordPress makes Elegant Themes a must have in your web designing arsenal.
There is no doubt that Elegant Themes is worth the money and if you are looking for Elegant Themes discount, you should consider getting the lifetime deal since you are only required to perform one time payment instead of yearly payment.
Verdict for Elegant Themes review: Elegant Themes is good and worth your money. I highly recommend you to consider using Elegant Themes for your blogging business!


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Once your organization achieves full compliance, the next step may be to explore corporate asset recovery services and work to recover property and assets that may belong to your company.
You May Not Know You Have Corporate Unclaimed Property
Each year in the United States, more than $5 billion is escheated to the states. Nationwide, the total value of escheated properties in state custody is approximately $35-40 billion – and less than half will ever be reunited with rightful owner. Even more unclaimed property sits dormant at government agencies, counties, municipalities and at other corporations.
As a result of this surplus of unclaimed property, there is a tremendous opportunity for companies to conduct a corporate asset recovery program and recoup potential property and funds belonging to them. Companies with a long history of multiple mergers or acquisitions, name changes, and/or extensive business-to-business dealings should take special notice, as each of these factors can contribute to the likelihood that unclaimed assets are available. Asset recovery companies, such as Keane, can work with you to locate these assets – which can often be taken as income, directly – and positively – impacting your company's bottom line.
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Keane's asset recovery services group has an excellent success rate for rapidly recovering assets and capital for corporations large and small. Our corporate asset recovery services team researches and recovers unclaimed funds on behalf a variety of companies that are both local and national in scope. We utilize our relationships, research teams, and proprietary databases. We also search state offices and the court system, locating revenue sources from overlooked or unknown items that may have been reported many years ago. Our team's expertise, combined with our advanced technology systems and research tools, enables us to create solutions specific to your needs.
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Whooping Cough Could be The Worst Epidemic in 50 YearsTuesday, October 8th, 2013
Department of Health Services (DSHS) projections show the number of people who will get sick with Pertussis (Whooping Cough) this year could reach its highest level in more than 50 years. A bacterial infection that often starts with cold-like symptoms and a mild cough, Pertussis produces severe coughing that can last for several weeks. Coughing fits may be followed by vomiting or a "whooping" sound, which is why the disease is also called "whooping cough."
What may seem like the start of a common cold could be the serious symptoms of whooping cough. At the start, typical symptoms of pertussis include runny nose or congestion, sneezing, and possibly mild cough or fever. But, after 1-2 weeks of these symptoms, severe coughing can begin and continue for weeks. Pertussis can cause violent and rapid coughing, which tends to produce a "whooping" sound between coughs, although this sound can be absent or minimal in infants.
Infectious Disease Medical Officer for the Texas Department of Health Services, Dr. Lisa Cornelius, said the situation is alarming. "Pertussis is highly infectious and can cause serious complications, especially in babies. So people should take it seriously."
The reported incidence of infant pertussis in the United States has increased almost 17 times since 1979. More than 2,000 pertussis cases have been reported in the United States so far this year. Health officials predict the total number of cases will eventually surpass the previous high of 3,358 cases, reported in 2009.
To better protect babies, pregnant women should consider being vaccinated during every pregnancy—preferably between 27 and 36 weeks of pregnancy. This helps protect the baby before he or she can start the vaccination series at 2 months old and helps keep the mother from getting sick and infecting the baby. Fathers, siblings, extended family members, medical providers and others who will be around newborns should also be vaccinated. One of the reasons the incidences of Whooping Cough have increased is because people are opting to keep their kids from getting the Tdap booster. This could be a costly mistake.
Many babies get whooping cough from adults or older brothers or sisters who don't even know they have been infected with the disease. While symptoms are usually milder in teens and adults, pertussis can be life threatening for babies because of the risk of apnea, an interruption in breathing. Pertussis spreads easily through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. People with pertussis are most contagious while they have cold-like symptoms and during the first two weeks after they start coughing.
Anyone with an unexplained, prolonged cough or who has had close contact with a person with pertussis should contact their health care provider. Early diagnosis and treatment may reduce the severity of symptoms and shorten the contagious period. Doctors who suspect a pertussis infection are required to report it to their local health department within one working day. Patients who have pertussis should not go back to work or school until they've completed five days of antibiotic treatment.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Sens. John Kerry and Joe Lieberman unveiled a long-awaited bill Wednesday that aims to curtail pollution blamed for global warming, reduce oil imports and create millions of energy-related jobs.
The 987-page bill, the product of more than seven months of negotiations and tweaked recently in response to the Gulf oil spill, also includes new protections for offshore drilling and for the first time would set a price on carbon dioxide emissions produced by coal-fired power plants and other large polluters.
The legislation aims to cut emissions of carbon dioxide and other heat-trapping greenhouse gases by 17 percent by 2020 and by more than 80 percent by 2050. Both targets are measured against 2005 levels and are the same as those set by a House bill approved last year.
"We can finally tell the world that America is ready to take back our role as the world's clean energy leader," Kerry, D-Mass., said at a news conference, surrounded by environmentalists and leaders from an array of energy companies.
"This is a bill for energy independence after a devastating oil spill, a bill to hold polluters accountable, a bill for billions of dollars to create the next generation of jobs and a bill to end America's addiction to foreign oil," Kerry said, calling stakes for the legislation "sky high."
Lieberman, I-Conn., predicted the bill would pass, citing what he called a growing and unprecedented coalition of business, national security, faith and environmental leaders who are "energized" to work for it.
He and Kerry said in an interview that Senate colleagues have been surprised at the strong support from business leaders, including oil companies, major utilities and the nuclear power industry. Among those in attendance at Wednesday's news conference were Jim Rogers, chairman and CEO of North Carolina-based Duke Energy; Tom Kuhn, president of the Edison Electric Institute, which represents shareholder-owned electric companies, and Lew Hay, chairman and CEO of FPL Group Inc., a Florida-based power company.
The bill also is supported by most environmental groups. A coalition of 22 groups, including the Sierra Club, Natural Resources Defense Council, Environmental Defense Fund and The Wilderness Society, endorsed the bill in a joint letter Wednesday.
President Barack Obama added his support, saying the nation must work to end its dependence on fossil fuels.
"The challenges we face — underscored by the immense tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico — are reason to redouble our efforts to reform our nation's energy policies," Obama said in a statement. "For too long, Washington has kicked this challenge to the next generation."
Despite the lofty rhetoric, the measure faces a steep road in the Senate amid partisan disputes over the drilling provisions and other issues, including immigration reform.
South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, who had been the bill's only Republican backer, withdrew his support last week, saying it is impossible to pass the legislation in the current political climate.
Graham issued a statement Wednesday praising the bill but casting doubt on its prospects.
"The problems created by the historic oil spill in the Gulf, along with the uncertainty of immigration politics, have made it extremely difficult for transformational legislation in the area of energy and climate to garner bipartisan support at this time," Graham said.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., denounced the bill as "a job-killing national energy tax" that would raise the price of electricity and gasoline for American families and businesses.
From the other side of the political spectrum, the environmental group Oceana said it was shocked that the bill allows an expansion of offshore drilling. "Expanded drilling makes slowing climate change harder. Expanding renewables, such as offshore wind, would make it easier," the group said in a statement.
Kerry and Lieberman said the bill would offer more protections against offshore drilling than current law.
The bill would allow states to opt out of federal drilling up to 75 miles from their shores, a concession to lawmakers concerned about offshore exploration in the wake of the Gulf of Mexico spill.
It also would allow states directly affected to veto drilling plans of nearby states if they could show that significant negative effects would result from an accident. The bill requires an Interior Department study to determine whether states could be economically and environmentally affected by a leak from an offshore drilling rig.
States that can demonstrate significant negative effects could pass a law opposing a specific project.
States that go ahead with offshore drilling would retain 37.5 percent of the federal revenue generated — a shift from current policy. Now royalty revenue goes to the Treasury; states collect no royalties.
Senators in Western states are likely to oppose the change, saying offshore revenue belongs to the nation as a whole. But coastal states argue that when an accident occurs, they're the ones affected.
Kerry and Lieberman said the bill would exempt farms and most small and medium-sized businesses from the emissions provisions, concentrating efforts on the largest polluters. Restrictions would not take effect until 2013 for power plants and transportation fuels, and 2016 for manufacturers.
Allowances would be granted to local electricity companies, which would be required to use them to help customers.
The bill also would offer incentives of up to $2 billion a year for companies that develop so-called clean coal technologies. It also has several provisions aimed at boosting nuclear power.
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The American Power Act: http://kerry.senate.gov/americanpoweract/intro.cfm


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More About WordPress and Plugins
WordPress is a pretty good facility in its own right, but adding on the usefulness of plugins can and does increase the power of the WordPress tool although, it must be noted that WordPress.com takes the security of its site so seriously that it does not allow plugins on its Wordpress.com website itself. The differentiation is that plugins are permitted on the sites which accept the WordPress.org software; and, there is a huge difference. Confusing it may be, but WordPress.com is not WordPress.org and plugins are not allowed on the former but they are allowed on the latter. That is the first of the differences. Now, there is open source software issued for bloggers which needs to be downloaded onto your own pc. This software is provided by WordPress.org and this is a software program, pure and simple.
WordPress.com is the bloggers' website which also utilizes the WordPress.org software and which is run by the same team who run WordPress.org from one company; the company being Automattic [with two 'tt's]. The team from Automattic run and operate WordPress.com from their own servers. However, with WordPress.org, you need to download the software and then upload it onto whichever your own servers are being hosted by. If your servers are hosted by say Streamline for instance, if you were to use WordPress.org you would need to upload the WordPress.org software onto Streamline's servers for the software to operate on your own privately-managed website. There are a huge number of benefits to becoming a member of WordPress.com but, there are also a huge number of benefits in uploading WordPress.org; not least being able to make use of plugins to help you make money on the internet.
Having clarified that point, there are a number of popular plugins actually integrated into the WordPress.com website for the subscriber to use. YouTube is well supported by WordPress.com, as are many other javascript codes. Some less popular javascript codes are not, however. CSS coding is also restricted, although this restriction can be removed for upgraded accounts when you pay for more features on WordPress.com. For free accounts there are still many plugins that are integral to WordPress.com such as multi-lingual resources, traffic stats that are reported in realtime, post rankings and comment tracking, plus various other plugins which are always being reviewed by the WordPress Team.
One particular bonus of being a subscriber to WordPress.com is being able to contact the team due to its community-focused philosophy. Any plugins that you might have come across elsewhere on the Web and which you believe would benefit the rest of the WordPress Community, can be suggested to the WordPress team and if they agree that incorporating that plugin would be of benefit to its community, they will either integrate that plugin or include a similar one which may have similar benefits. Plugin authors can also register and add their plugins for listing with WordPress.org. Of course the addition does not happen overnight and the plugins authors have to wait a while for approval and necessary process thereafter before they can see their plugins on WordPress.


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The proven Solid Route Accounting™ transforms popular accounting software into a fully automated route accounting system designed specifically for the distribution industry. It's the way integration should be!
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