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Located along four-lane Highway 61. Cottage Grove is conveniently located 6.2 miles from Interstate 494 and 18.4 miles from MSP International Airport. It also is home to Renewal by Andersen, Werner Electric, American Logistics Services, Leafline Labs, Tradehome Shoes and Advance Corporation
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- Appendix C - Draft AUAR Comment Letters
- Appendix D - Response to Draft AUAR Comments
- Appendix E - Final AUAR Comments
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The Vlad and Donald Show: Russia–US Relations Get PersonalSarah Lain
Commentary, 14 December 2016
International Security Studies, Russia, Global Security Issues, Europe
Vladimir Putin's annual address to the Federal Assembly – the two chambers of the country's parliament – was this year slightly more positive in tone than last year's. While the Russian leader devoted much of last year's speech to countering terrorism and criticising Turkey for failing to do so, this year he sounded more upbeat. And his country has a more upbeat prospect as well: the IMF predicts that the Russian economy will begin to recover in 2017, after a contraction of 3.7% in 2015.
In this year's speech, Putin made a few short but significant references to improving Russia–US relations in light of the election of Donald Trump. Putin hinted at a rapprochement, saying that 'Russia is … ready to work with the new US administration.
Putin pointedly reminded Trump's government to respect Russia as an equal, claiming that 'we have a shared responsibility to ensure international security and stability'.
He also alluded to what he perceived to have gone wrong in relations with the Obama administration, saying 'I certainly count on joining efforts with the United States in the fight against real rather than fictional threats, international terrorism being one of them'.
There is optimism in Russia about Trump's election, but Moscow will no doubt still tread carefully. The US believes it was very much in the Kremlin's interest to undermine Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign. The hack of Democratic National Committee emails assisted in de-legitimising Clinton's position, questioning the purity of Western 'democratic' values that underlie US foreign policy.
Sputnik, the government-funded Russian news agency, prominently publicised the hacked documents subsequently released by WikiLeaks, and even altered some of them to create a bogus story that blamed Clinton's associates for the murderous attack on the US diplomatic installations in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012.
That is not to say that Russia's definite aim was to help get Trump elected; even if Clinton had subsequently won, the hack would have been valuable for Putin as part of his campaign which alleges that the integrity of liberal democracies is a sham, and that the more authoritarian Russian way of doing things is as equal and as valid to the values which the West claims to uphold.
Moreover, Trump's election requires more strategic thinking in Moscow, if only in terms of Russian domestic messaging. Putin's friendlier tone towards the US has signalled to the Russian population that some form of a new 'reset' with Washington could be possible.
However, if this is indeed fulfilled in any form, Russia will need new outside powers to scapegoat internal problems. So, the conciliatory message to the Americans is kept lukewarm, just enough to signify a change, but not too much so as to lower the Russians' guard against the West.
Trump, however, is less predictable than Clinton would have been. This opens up potential opportunities, but it could also lead to a more volatile relationship if subsequent developments do not suit both Trump and Putin.
Putin will no doubt be glad to see ExxonMobil boss Rex Tillerson nominated as Secretary of State, given that the Russian leader awarded him with Russia's Order of Friendship in 2013. Although Tillerson will have to be approved by the Senate, if elected this will no doubt have an impact on US policy debate on sanctions, which have particularly affected ExxonMobil's Arctic project.
But that is not to say Trump is bringing in a wholly pro-Russian or 'pro-business in Russia' cabinet, for the president-elect's choice as Defence Secretary, James Mattis, has named Russia as one of the most dangerous world threats, and even hinted at the possibility that Putin is 'delusional'.
Therefore, despite comments that Putin will no doubt like, such as Trump's respect for him as a leader, or hints at changes in the US's commitment to NATO, the trajectory of Trump's Russia policy remains unclear.
In his address, Putin defined the framework within which relations much be restored, saying they must 'develop them on an equal and mutually beneficial basis'. Up to now, this has been unrealistic, as there is little that could be seen as 'mutually beneficial' for the West in such transactions, given that Russia's main aim was to ensure any compromise was on its terms.
With Trump this could change, if only because the president-elect is much more flexible on the 'values' narrative that has dominated US foreign policy. He also appears comfortable with mixing business and politics, which is a key part of the Russian state structure.
Trump has also frequently promoted conspiracy theories, particularly if they suit his position, which is something Russian media and government officials are familiar with.
The removal of any 'values obstacle' increases the chances that Trump and Putin can agree on some areas, but also increases the likelihood that they would act on impulse or personal considerations, and therefore miscalculate.
However, Putin seems comfortable with this prospect: commenting on the subject of personalities in his latest address, the Russian leader claimed that 'when people feel they are doing the right thing, they act in close solidarity, and advance with confidence along the chosen path'.
Trump and Putin are emboldened by confidence, and often confidence alone. The question is whether this confidence in bilateral dealings will help or hinder cooperation.
Banner image: Russian President Vladimir Putin before his anuual address to the Federal Assembly. Courtesy of the Kremlin.

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There are puh-lenty of workshops around.
Some are rah-rah, some are bursting with star-power gurus, others are swarming with great networking opportunities. Most are inspiring—if you bring the right mindset.
But, some workshops are a tad different.
More intimate.
Flowing with deep meaningful connections and wholehearted exploration.
Weekend Intensives are one of those rare gems—a chance to rest, reflect, uncover ideas, find answers, tap into knowing, and create a meaningful change.
Within each of us is the ability to live a life we love. Sometimes we get off course and end up with a life that feels draining and not quite right.
During our 2 ½ days together, we will dive into a particular topic for the weekend – overcome self-sabotage, developing worthiness, building resilience, self-love, life design, meditation and mindfulness, overcoming anxiety, or healing trauma.
You will push past limits while honoring your boundaries in a safe, positive, loving environment.
You'll dig deep, figure out what matters, uncover what's holding you back, and return to your life with clarity and confidence.
Put your name on the interest list to be notified when the next weekend intensive is offered.
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what's included?
For $1000.00 CAN {non-refundable but fully transferable} you will receive,
Time. A full 2 ½ days of inspiration and deep internal reconfiguring.
Community. You'll spend the weekend with a collection of wise, supportive, loving, like-minded people.
Celebration. We kick off our time together with some heart-opening work early Friday evening. With the stunning Rocky Mountains beneath your feet and crystalline skies above your head, we'll cap the evening off with a calm celebration, late night stargazing and fun treats.
Nourishment. Healthy snacks and beverages will be provided throughout your experience. If you have allergies, are gluten-free, or have specific dietary requirements let us know and we'll take good care of you.
Truth. The most powerful experiences happen in an atmosphere of openness to truth and willingness to change. I'm not going to tell you what to do, how to live your life, or give you unsolicited advice. The weekend intensive is all about you digging deep into what matters to you.
Nurturing. Throughout the experience, I'll encourage you to drink extra water, engage in self-nurturing activities, sip delicious tea, record your reflections, and ask questions. You may wish to schedule some extra time before and after the intensive to support your mind, body, and spirit and integrate the experience.
Confidentiality. By registering for this intensive, you are agreeing to keep everyone's stories confidential. You do not have to share anything with the group {unless you want to}.
Momentum. You'll come away from this retreat feeling rested, fired up, inspired, recharged, and ready to live a life you love. You will leave with meaningful connections to like-minded people, a deeper connection to your soul, and a strategy to live a life you love.
what's not included?
Meals are not included. You'll get to indulge in one of the many fine restaurants scattered throughout the hotel.
Transportation to the retreat is not included.
Accommodations are not included. But, we do have a special group rate so you can stay at a world class, five star hotel for an awesome price. I'll send you the reservation code as soon as you register for the intensive.
is it for me?
Yes, if you
- want to live a life you love
- want to change something about your life
- are open to exploring and reflecting
- are ready to discover your own truths
- are interested in how the psychology of change can make your life better
- want to belong to a community of supportive, loving, like-minded people
No, if you
- do not wish to meet others who are experiencing something similar
- if you are looking for a private therapy experience
- feel that there is nothing you'd like to change in your life
- are not interested in investing time, money, and energy in yourself
- want an expert to tell you what you "should" be doing
how do i register?
As soon as you know this is for you, register by clicking the button below. The Great Life Redesign alumni and my clients tend to jump on spots ahead of time, so this retreat fills up fast.
If you need a multiple payment option, please let me know; I'm happy to be accommodating.
In my opinion, any life lived without a clear understanding of what deeply matters is a waste of time. And we don't have time to waste.
It's gonna be sublime.
And if it doesn't work out this time, we'll have other adventures together. I promise. But if this is speaking to you right now, I'm looking forward to supporting you and the life you love.
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NORTH LIBERTY– The North Liberty American Legion Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring a free Veterans Day dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 13 (so as not to conflict with the USO observance at Riverside Nov. 11). The event will be held at the South Slope Conference Center, Mehaffey Bridge Road, North Liberty.
NORTH LIBERTY– Get into the mood for the holidays and sign up now for a greeting card making class at the North Liberty Community Center. Spend an afternoon stamping with your friends and members of North Liberty Girl Scout Troop 1322. The class will be held Sunday, Nov. 11, from 1 until 4 p.m. in Gerdin Room 3 at the North Liberty Community Center, 520 W. Cherry St. Registration and prepayment of $25 is required.
TIFFIN– On Saturday, Nov. 10, several local home-based businesses will join together for a Santa's Workshop vendor event to benefit Toys for Tots in Johnson County.
The workshop will be held at Bella Salla Event Center at 3232 Jasper Ave. NW in Tiffin from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event is open to the public. Admission is either $5 or a new, unwrapped toy that will be donated to the Toys for Tots program.
OXFORD– Jim "Catfish" Becicka has been battling cancer for the past 18 months. A benefit for him will be held Saturday, Nov. 10, at St. Mary's Auditorium in Oxford. The event will begin with a meal (free will offering), serving from 4:30 until 8:30 p.m., followed by a live auction at 7 p.m. Also included will be a raffle drawing for various items, gift cards and certificates. For more information contact Denise Pearson at 319-929-3407.
TIFFIN– The Clear Creek Amana (CCA) Foundation held their Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, Sept. 28, between the junior varsity and varsity football games.
NORTH LIBERTY–Holy Trinity Lutheran Church will host a Ten Thousand Villages Bazaar Nov. 25 from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 650 240th St. (corner of 240th and Highway 965). The bazaar is open to the public.
By Lori Lindner
North Liberty Leader
NORTH LIBERTY– It could be a good experience getting sent to this principal's office.
At least, Vicki Reynolds thinks so. A former teacher and elementary school principal in the public education system, Reynolds has opened Pinnacle Learning Center in North Liberty, a place where students can come for individualized programs and specialized instructors to supplement their regular education.
NORTH LIBERTY– Dana Cordero likes to keep things light.
"If people are having fun, it shows in their portraits," said Cordero.
It's one of the reasons she has become known for her senior portrait sessions.
"I guess word got out that it doesn't have to be a painful experience," she laughed.
Cordero's new LiteRite Photography studio at 595 Ashley Ct. in North Liberty was born of a painful experience, but Cordero has the good nature to see the silver lining behind the rain-soaked clouds of 2008.
SWISHER- Joseph "Fred" Novotny, a former petty officer, third class, in the U.S. Navy, served his country in the vast Pacific Ocean theatre during World War II.
He remembered the change he saw in what was previously enemy territory, when the crew of the U.S.S. Arenac, an amphibious attack transport vessel that carried hundreds of troops, landed in the just-surrendered islands of Japan in Sept. 1945.
The occupying U.S. troops were greeted with welcome signs.
DECORAH– Solon scored the first three points, but the next 35 points came from No. 1 Decorah in last Monday night's second round game in the Class 3A football playoffs. The Spartans took the opening kickoff and scored a field goal, but the Vikings went on to score 35 unanswered points on the way to a 35-10 win, bouncing Solon from the postseason with an 8-3 record.
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The Ricoh GXR camera body itself doesn't contain a lot beyond the LCD display, a flash strobe and hot shoe, microphone and speaker, miscellaneous connectivity, battery and flash slots, plus the various control buttons and dials. The meat of the camera - its lens, sensor and (one presumes) image processor - are to be found in the modules. At launch, two lens/sensor modules will be offered for the Ricoh GXR. One offers a 3x optical zoom range from 24mm to 72mm equivalents with an aperture varying from f/2.5 to f/4.4 across the zoom range, while the other has a fixed focal length equivalent to 50mm, with maximum aperture of f/2.5.
The GXR's unusual module-based design is intended to offer several benefits - sensor and lens designs can be tailored to each other, lens complexity and size / weight can be kept down by using a smaller imager as necessary, and sealed modules can potentially keep dust away from the sensor. Potential drawbacks include the cost of bundling a sensor with every lens, tying lens upgrades to sensor upgrades, and increased complexity.
While US pricing for the GXR hasn't been officially announced, the camera and both modules have already appeared in the inventory of reputable US retailers. US street pricing for the Ricoh GXR body is a rather steep $550 for the camera body without a module. Street pricing for the 50mm-equivalent lens module with APS-C sensor is $830, and the 24 - 72mm equivalent zoom lens module with 1/1.7" sensor is another $440. That brings the total cost for the system without optional external viewfinder to $1,820, leaving Ricoh with something of a challenge, when two cameras offering not dissimilar combined specifications can be purchased together for several hundred dollars less.
For more details, read our Ricoh GXR preview. Several sample images can be seen on Ricoh's website.
With A12 lens module: 4.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 in. (114 x 70 x 77 mm)
With S10 lens module: 4.5 x 2.8 x 1.7 in. (114 x 70 x 44 mm)
With A12 lens module: 14.9 oz (423 g)
With S10 lens module: 11.5 oz (325 g)
With A12 lens module: $1,380
With S10 lens module: $990
With A12 lens module: APS-C CMOS (approx. 1.12 in. diagonal) 12.90 megapixels (total) 12.30 megapixels (effective)
With S10 lens module: 1/1.7" CCD 10.4 megapixels (total) 10.0 megapixels (effective)
With A12 lens module: 4288 x 2848 (12.2 megapixels) 3776 x 2832 (10.7 megapixels) 4288 x 2416 (10.4 megapixels) 2848 x 2848 (8.1 megapixels) 3456 x 2304 (8.0 megapixels) 3072 x 2304 (7.1 megapixels) 3456 x 1944 (6.7 megapixels) 2304 x 2304 (5.3 megapixels) 2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels) 2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels) 1280 x 960 (1.2 megapixels) 640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
With S10 lens module: 3648 x 2736 (10.0 megapixels) 3648 x 2432(8.9 megapixels) 3264 x 2448 (8.0 megapixels) 3648 x 2048 (7.5 megapixels) 2736 x 2736 (7.5 megapixels) 3648 x 2176 (7.9 megapixels) 3264 x 1840 (6.0 megapixels) 2448 x 2448 (6.0 megapixels) 2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels) 2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels) 1280 x 960 (1.2 megapixels) 640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
With A12 lens module: Continuous: 3.0 frames per second for 15 frames
With S10 lens module: Continuous: 1.6 frames per second for 15 frames
With A12 lens module: No
With S10 lens module: Yes (sensor shift-type)
With A12 lens module: f/2.5 - f/22
With S10 lens module: f/2.5 (wide) / f/4.4 (tele) - ???
With A12 lens module: Normal: 12" - infinity (30 cm - infinity) Macro: 2.9" - 4,082" (7 cm - infinity)
With S10 lens module: Normal: 12" - infinity (30 cm - infinity) Macro: 0.4" - 4,082" (1 cm - infinity)
With A12 lens module: Auto, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
With S10 lens module: Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
With A12 lens module: 180 - 1/3200 second
With S10 lens module: 180 - 1/2000 second
Modes: Auto, red-eye, on, slow sync, manual (FULL, 1/1.4, 1/2, 1/2.8, 1/4, 1/5.6, 1/8, 1/11, 1/16, 1/22, 1/32, 1/64), off
With A12 lens module: Range: 20cm - 3m (ISO AUTO)
With S10 lens module: Range: 20cm - 4.5m (Wide, ISO AUTO); 15cm - 2.7m (Tele, ISO AUTO)
With A12 lens module: Movie, portrait, sports, landscape, nightscape, skew correction
With S10 lens module: Movie, portrait, sports, landscape, nightscape, skew correction, zoom macro
With A12 lens module: 4x (3.6x for movies)
With S10 lens module: 4x
Lens, image sensor, and image processing engine integrated into a single interchangeable unit. World's smallest and lightest*.
Tokyo, Japan, November 10, 2009—Ricoh Co., Ltd. (president and CEO: Shiro Kondo) today announced the development and release of the GXR interchangeable unit camera system featuring the world's smallest and lightest* digital camera with the ability to change lenses.
The new GXR is an interchangeable unit camera system in which lenses are changed by using a slide-in mount system to attach camera units to the body. The lens, image sensor, and image processing engine are integrated into the camera units so the body itself does not contain an image sensor.
With world-leading small size and low weight* enabling easy carrying, the GXR interchangeable unit camera system features a highly rigid magnesium alloy body and multiple camera units that can be changed to best fit the scene to be photographed. You can enjoy easy lens changes as well as amazing image quality and shooting flexibility. Concealing infinite possibilities in its small body, the GXR is a revolutionary camera system that pioneers a new realm of photography.
Distinctive characteristics
Lens, image sensor, and image processing engine comprise an integrated unit which can be changed to match the scene being photographed.
World's smallest and lightest* digital camera with interchangeable lenses
System potential expanded through use of interchangeable units
*Internal flash, interchangeable lens digital cameras with lens attached.
As of November 10, 2009, Ricoh research.
<Main features of the new GXR>
Ideal form for an interchangeable lens camera: The interchangeable unit camera system
By integrating lens, image sensor, and image processing engine into a single optimized unit, we were able to created a compact camera with interchangeable lenses.
The adoption of this new system has made it possible to achieve both "pocket size for go-anywhere portability" and "the highest image quality for every photographic situation and subject."
Since the image sensor is not exposed when lenses are changed, the camera's structure makes it inherently difficult for dirt and dust to get inside.
Putting image processing engines in both the body and the camera units, our focus was on achieving the highest image quality.
Elegant design
For the exterior, we utilized die cast magnesium, which has a strong track record in the GR series, and we covered the surface with a corrosion-resistant "pear-skin" coating. The end result is a body with superior levels of durability, light weight, and feel in hand.
Building on the operation control designs of the GR series and GX series, the GXR has several types of customizable buttons as well as the new DIRECT button, which the photographer can use to see many current settings at a glance. Sophisticated shooting settings can now be made faster than ever before.
The directional pad, the three My Settings, the ADJ.lever, and the function buttons all contribute to the even greater operability achieved by the GXR.
The grip form allows the GXR to be firmly held despite its small size, and the suitably yielding rubber material on the grip surface enables the camera to feel like an integral part of the hand.
Even greater power of expression
The automatic exposure modes include program shift mode, shutter priority mode, and aperture priority mode.
Picture settings can be customized with nine setting levels for easy creation of a diverse range of images.
ISO3200 facilitates shooting in low light conditions.
Enhanced rapid shooting capabilities help capture fleeting shutter chances
The Pre-AF function accelerates focusing speed by adjusting the focus to match subject movement.
The full press snap function shoots at a preset distance for a one-push full-press of the shutter-release button.
When shooting subjects up close, the camera automatically switches to macro mode so macro photography can now be enjoyed without having to worry about switching modes.(Auto macro setting)
High-definition 3.0-inch 920,000-dot VGA LCD picture display
The high-resolution LCD picture display provides a wide viewing angle and high contrast. The screen has a fluorine coat to prevent soiling, a hard coat to prevent scratches, and an anti-reflection coat to give excellent visibility even outdoors in bright sunshine.
With 100% sRGB coverage for color reproduction, the picture display vividly reproduces image colors.
Wide range of functions
Tilt indicator utilizing an acceleration sensor.
Three grid guides useful for framing images while shooting.
Image flag function to enable the quick display of specific images from among those in the camera. Up to 20 images can be flagged.
The new DIRECT screen enabling current settings to be displayed and changed.
Features of the GR LENS A12 50 mm F2.5 MACRO camera unit
This camera unit uses a 23.6 mm x 15.7 mm (APS-C size) CMOS sensor with approximately 12.30 megapixels. In combination with image processing engine GR ENGINE III, it achieves high-image-quality photography with high definition, low noise, and smooth tonal gradations.
A newly developed GR LENS with an 8-group, 9-element configuration (aspherical lens: 1 element, two surfaces) is featured. Representing a further advancement in the GR tradition of high image quality, the lens thoroughly corrects for various types of aberrations. Despite the compact size, it is also a full-fledged macro lens with a floating lens structure. At shooting distances from infinity down to the 1/2x maximum magnification macro range, it achieves strong imaging power all the way to the edge of the frame. In addition, the low level of vignetting means that the photographer can enjoy rich and genuine bokeh effects.
The manual focus ring is perfect for use in macro photography as it makes highly precise focusing possible. It can also be used to make fine manual adjustments to the focus after autofocus is done.
Features of the RICOH LENS S10 24-72 mm F2.5-4.4 VC camera unit
This camera unit uses a 10.00 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CCD sensor boasting high-sensitivity capabilities enhanced through the adoption of an new process. In combination with advanced image processing engine Smooth Imaging Engine IV, it achieves high-image-quality photography with high definition and low noise.
The lens is a 24 mm to 72 mm high-performance 3x wide-angle zoom with superior usability. Utilizing a 7-group, 11-element configuration (aspherical lens: 4 elements, 4 surfaces) that includes special low-dispersion lenses, this lens achieves high dimensions of both compactness and imaging power.
A camera shake correction function (image-sensor-shift type) is used to reduce hand- motion blur.
The self-retaining lens cap has been a popular GX series option, and a GXR version is available as option LC-2.
New options enhance series expandability
Two soft cases, one for each camera unit.
The GXR can use the GR DIGITAL III external flash (GF-1), which can do TTL flash using auxiliary flash.
Convenient for shooting in bright outdoor situations, the newly developed 920,000-dot- equivalent high-definition LCD viewfinder is removable and can be tilted up to 90 degrees. With a 100% field of view, it displays information in the same way as the picture display, thus enabling the photographer to shoot in a film camera style.
Functions expanded using firmware
Function-enhancing firmware releases for the GR DIGITAL series have proved very popular, and this practice will be continued for the GXR. By updating their firmware, GXR owners will be able to use the latest functions.
<GXR Options>
Newly introduced options.
Hood & adapter required when using the conversion lenses.
For use with GR LENS A12 50 mm F2.5 MACRO
For use with RICOH LENS S10 24-72 mm F2.5-4.4 VC
All of the focal lengths in this release are converted to the equivalent values for a 35 mm film camera.


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Mendeley is a free reference manager that can help you collect references, organize your citations, and create bibliographies.
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Mendeley is a research management tool.
With Mendeley, you can:
Mendeley works with Windows, Mac and Linux.
Mendeley has two platforms. Some tasks you can do in both, but each has a particular focus.
Mendeley Desktop is where you can organize your references in more detail and annotate the PDFs you collect. You download this to your computer.
Mendeley Web is your sharing portal. It enables you to easily access references and share your research with others. You use this through a browser.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) _ Nancy Hicks Maynard, one of the first black female reporters at The New York Times and an advocate of improved training for minority journalists, has died. She was 61.
Maynard, the former co-publisher of The Oakland Tribune, died Sunday of organ failure, the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education said on its Web site.
"She was a fearless, astute champion of diversity in news media,'' A. Steve Montiel, a former president of the institute, said in a statement posted on the site. "We've lost a leader who made a difference.''
The former Nancy Hicks began her journalism career in the mid-1960s at the New York Post. Later, at age 23, she became the first black female reporter at The New York Times.
After marrying Washington Post reporter Robert C. Maynard in 1975, the couple helped found the nonprofit institute that bears their name to train minority journalists.
As president of the institute, she made it "a leader in training, not only for reporters, but also for editors _ the decision makers on who gets hired and how news events are covered,'' said Frank O. Sotomayor, associate director of the University of Southern California's Annenberg Institute for Justice and Journalism.
"She shared with her late husband, Bob, the vision and goal of giving readers and other media consumers a more complete view of what was occurring in all communities,'' he said.
In 1983, the couple purchased the financially struggling Oakland Tribune from Gannett Co. They sold it in 1992 as Robert Maynard was struggling with prostate cancer. He died the following year. The paper remains the only major metropolitan daily to have ever been black-owned.
In the years after her husband's death, Maynard focused on writing, consulting and continuing to advocate for newsroom diversity.
Survivors include her partner Jay T. Harris; sons David and Alex; and daughter Dori.
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We believe that in order to choose a school for your child, it is imperative to get an understanding of the school ethos. As a result every day is an open day at school and although our website will give you an insight into our schools ethos and facilities, it will probably not answer all your questions. We welcome you to come and have a tour, this way you will get to experience the fantastic atmosphere of our school. If you are interested in a tour please contact the school office on 01373 822902.
The School Admissions team at Wiltshire Council is responsible for allocating primary school places at schools in Wiltshire. To apply for a place at Dilton Marsh C of E Primary School, please visit https://admissions.wiltshire.gov.uk/prefs.phpt. For further information please contact the Admissions Team on 01225 713010.
Starting school for the first time
As a school we pride ourselves on having a smooth transition into school not only from the local nurseries but for those who have not attended nursery school. We have a planned induction programme that ensures children settle quickly and happily into our reception class and our school.
In the summer term prior to your child attending school our Foundation Stage staff try to visit all our new children in their pre-school settings. As well as this new parents are invited to a New Parent Meeting held in school during the Summer Term, this is an opportunity to meet the staff, ask questions and tour the facilities.
Once September comes around our new pupils attend school part-time initially, building up to full time in the third week as this allows the children to settle in gradually.
Once in school, the children have a wonderful time exploring, discovering and learning, largely through play-based activities. We provide a very well-equipped indoor and outdoor environment where children can safely investigate and where carefully selected activities encourage children to experiment with letters and numbers. Every child is different and we promote this uniqueness and help children follow their own interests wherever possible.
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When our year six pupils near the end of their time at our school we begin to think about their transition to secondary school. As part of this all children will have the opportunity to visit the school they will attend as well as completing activities in preparation for this new start.
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A tight rhythm section with a bass player who became looser by the song, pushing those real groovy bass runs into the music. The suave, warm sounds of an organ that looked like it was beamed in straight from the nineteen twenties, a beautifully constructed sort of secretaire that made sounds and a guitarist who played all the right licks. Wah-wah, up strokes and beautiful gliding chords. On top of this all is singer Boaz Brom, who made his entrée like James Brown or Rick James: The band pumpin' and no singer in sight. Brom has the voice, the moves and the talks. Together Smelly Kitchen may have a strange name but makes people move and happy.
The musical basis is set in the sixties and seventies, the sort of music bands made before things turned disco. Say the guitar of Nile Rodgers but not the beat of Tony Thompson, but definitely James Brown, Otis die dood is and Foxy. From a beautiful soul ballad to up tempo funk, the band has it all down and became better by the song. As far as I could ascertain, they play all originals, as I did not recognise one song, which is a complement.
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Listening to Sunset Blush by Philadelphia's indie darling Kississippi—otherwise known as Zoe Reynolds—feels like sitting shotgun in the summer, windows rolled down halfway, a lukewarm breeze passing by your shoulders. It gives the sonic effect of goosebumps. A fairly big step away from 2016's EP We Have No Future, We're All Doomed, this release has ...
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Connecticut's Green Bank new grant program aids businesses' energy efficiency efforts
Connecticut's Green Bank, the quasi-public agency tasked with attracting private investment in energy efficiency and renewable power projects, is offering a new program for the state's manufacturing sector.
The Energy on the Line program offers grants to manufacturers interested in using renewable energy or wanting to consider efficiency measures to reduce power costs. The new program works in tandem with the Green Bank's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy, or C-PACE, program.
Bryan Garcia, president and chief executive officer of the Green Bank, called the new program "a win for Connecticut's environment and economy."
"We're excited to see C-PACE put manufacturers back in control of their businesses through the Energy on the Line program," Garcia said in a statement.
C-PACE provides full financing for projects undertaken to reduce a manufacturing plant's emissions or total energy costs, according to Green Bank officials.
The Energy on the Line program provides up to $50,000 in supplemental funding for any project-related expenses. The program draws upon an $800,000 funding pool from the state Department of Economic and Community Development that will be matched by more than $8 million in private sector funds the Green Bank has procured.
The goal of the grant program is reduce the amount that participating manufacturers have to borrow from C-PACE, which in turn reduces their borrowing costs.
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Action on SA Secrecy Bill Delayed Until May
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South Africa's National Council of Provinces on March 6 agreed to a resolution extending until May 17 the reporting deadline of the ad hoc committee dealing with the Protection of State Information Bill.
The ad hoc committee's initial reporting deadline was April 8.
The delay would put off potential adoption, widely expedted, until after the meeting of the Open Government Partnership, of which South Africa is a Steering Committee member. The civil society members of the Steering Committee in December issued a statement critical of the proposed "secrecy bill." (See previous FreedomInfo.org report.)
An official summary of the ad hoc committee meeting said that more than 300 submissions had been received, and most Members indicated that they had not had a chance to read through all of them. The bill has recently been the subject of nation-wide hearings.
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"Members debated, and finally decided, that the public hearings originally scheduled for 13 to 15 March would not proceed, but that Members would meet on Wednesday 14 March to draw a short list of those who were to be invited to give oral submissions, and set new dates for the public hearings, which might be arranged during the Constituency period. Members did not exclude the possibility that those who had already given presentations during the provincial visits could be invited again, as the Committee had not had a chance to interrogate issues during the provincial hearings.
The committee will try to have all submissions available on the parliamentary website, according to the summary.
South Africa's Parliament passed the POIB on Nov. 22. (See FreedomInfo.org report.)
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Ovarian cancer is one of the most deadly of women's cancers, more common than vaginal or vulvar cancer. Here are some things you should know:
The symptoms of ovarian cancer are often subtle and easily confused with other ailments. Most new cases are diagnosed at Stage 3 or later, meaning the cancer has already begun to spread to the lymph nodes and outside the pelvis.
Ovarian cancer is hard to detect due to your ovaries being deep in your abdomen. There are four common symptoms of ovarian cancer which include:
Other symptoms may also include:
It's important to note that many of these signs and symptoms are not exclusive to ovarian cancer. If you are experiencing these symptoms for more than two or three weeks continuously, contact your doctor for possible examinations.
Ovarian cancer is categorized into four stages. If diagnosed, your doctor will determine what stage the cancer is.
Stage I: The cancer is completely contained within the ovary or ovaries
Stage II: The cancer is in one or both of the ovaries and has spread to additional organs located in the pelvis such as the bladder, colon, rectum or uterus
Stage III: The cancer is in one or both ovaries and has spread to one or both of the following: the lining or the abdomen or the lymph nodes
Stage IV: This is the most advanced stage of ovarian cancer. The cancer has spread from one or both ovaries to additional organs such as the liver or lungs, or there may be cancer cells in the fluid surrounding the lungs.
Many women don't get or seek treatment until the disease has begun to spread, but if detected during Stage I, the five-year survival rate is more than 93%.
Studies have found that women who have a mother, daughter or sister with ovarian cancer have had an increased risk of development. In addition to the genetic risk that comes from having a family history of ovarian cancer, postmenopausal women should be aware of the following risk factors:
The National Cancer Institute says certain genetic testing can determine if you have an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer from having the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. These genes produce tumor suppressor proteins which help repair damaged DNA, but when mutated or altered damaged DNA may not be able to be repaired properly. This can then lead to cancer cells forming.
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L. Tom Perry said, "In a world of turmoil and uncertainty, it is more important than ever to make our families the center of our lives and the top of our priorities."
He made that statement in 2003—14 years ago—and it has proven to be timeless. The family isn't just the basic unit of a functioning society, our culture, and the economy; it's also the most special unit formed by God.
God created the first family on earth when He united Eve and Adam and told them to have children. He also commanded them to provide for their children and teach them. Our own families serve the same purpose. It's in the home that we learn the value of love, hard work, service, and kindness.
For centuries the family was the bedrock of this and many other nations. It was the glue that held society together. Now many families are in trouble, and the glue is coming unstuck. As a result, many children are bewildered. … It is in a home and with a family that values are usually acquired, traditions are fostered, and commitments to others are established. There are really no adequate substitutes. Church, school, and government programs can only reinforce and supplement that which is acquired at home.
Few things we accomplish in this life will be more important than what we do within our homes and within our families. Though not everyone has a family here on earth, we are all part of a heavenly family. As children of God, we can learn from and serve each other, regardless of our circumstances. No matter who your family is comprised of, there are ways to strengthen those important relationships.
These are a few simple ideas:
Focusing on family will bring joy and peace to your life and the lives of those around you. What are your favorite tips on making family relationships fun? Leave a comment.
In summary, the family is so important because without it, we wouldn't have good, successful individuals, societies, and governments.


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Only some decades ago, there was no Pakistan. The land now called Pakistan was then part and parcel of the territory of undivided India, Pakistan came into existence when the Britishers, in pursuance to their policy of weakening and dividing the emancipated colonies, partitioned India into two countries at the time of Independence in 1947. Pakistan came into being as a result of the two-nations theory propounded by the Muslim League leader, Mohammad All Jinnah. Naturally the very foundation and the brick and mortar of the communal structure of Pakistan is hatred and enmity for India.
Since its inception Pakistan has been following a distinctly policy towards India. The cardinal principle of Pakistan's foreign policy has been 'Hate India' and 'Bait India'. In reality, anti-India policy and campaign has become the fundamental basis of her national policy toward off domestic trouble and internal discontent and to divert people's attention from internal disorder to commercial frankly against India. In the international affairs also Pakistan has always taken an anti-India stance. India has always been acting in accordance with her ancient principles of mutual friendship, peaceful understanding and co-operation. Gandhiji laid down his life for the cause of Hindu-Muslim unity and Indo-Pak friendship. But, unfortunately Pakistan has always disappointed in this regard.
It was-just to spite India that Pakistan joined the Baghdad Pact now known as CENTO, and also SEATO Pact as because India had refused to join these power blocs which had been initiated by the Western bloc in pursuance of their cold war strategy against the Communist bloc. Pakistan joined these pacts to get free supply of huge military armaments and equipment, obviously to be used in a war against India.
Pakistan has been keeping a vulturous eye on Kashmir, a Muslim-majority state, then ruled by a Hindu king. She has made several abortive attempts to annex Kashmir through infiltration on through direct attacks, but each time her attempts have been repulsed by the vigilant Indian Armed Forces. First of all, Pakistan launched a full-scale attack on Kashmir in October 1947 to grab Kashmir. But it was foiled and taught a lesson of life by the Indian Armed Forces. Although, our Forces had cleared the greater part of the territory of Kashmir of the Pakistani invaders, still Pakistan occupies a large tract of Kashmir territory under the name of Azad Kashmir. Had the Cease-fire Argument of January 1,1949 been delayed even by two days, the whole tangle would have been resolved, for victory was within sight. And now Kashmir has become a cancerous sore for India.
Pakistan waged another full-scale war with India in July-August, 1965—first in the Ranu of Kutch in April 1965 and then, over the whole of western and eastern boundaries bordering India. When the situation became really grave by Marshal Chou-en-Lai's visit to Karachi on 4 September, 1965 and his open support for Pakistan, India decided to hit back. In the course of the twenty-two days war, Kashmir remained secure and Pakistan's armour was humbled. Large areas of Pakistan territory were in Indian hands when the cease-fire took effect on 23 September, 1965. It was followed by the Tashkent Declaration between Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri and President Ayub Khan on January 10, 1966. A few hours after this declaration was signed, our beloved Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri died under mysterious circumstances.
In the 1971 Indo-Pak War over Bangladesh, Pakistan was cleft into two parts as her Eastern wing became an independent sovereign country as Bangladesh. This was due to the inhuman policies of the West Pak government which they pursued in East Pakistan and the genocide of the Bengali intellectuals which they had committed and mass rapes and slaughter they had perpetrated. This war, owe of the briefest full-scale wars in the history of human warfare, established the superiority of the Indian Armed Forces beyond any shade of doubt. Pakistan must not have forgotten this crushing defeat in this war which lasted only for twelve days (5-17 Dec. 1971). Gen. Niazi had to lick the dust and surrender together with 95,000 soldiers. Pakistan has since then been arming herself to the teeth and itching for a show-down.
But India has always extended generously the hand of friendliness and peace towards Pakistan. Unfortunately, the fanatic and despotic rulers of Pakistan, whether Ayub, or Bhutto, or Yahya or Zia, have always spurned India's friendly gestures. Even before the ink could dry on the Tashkent Declaration, Pakistan began violating the letter and the spirit of the agreement. Similar fate attended on the Simla Agreement after the 1971 war. This, despite the fact that India returned to Pakistan a big clunk of land won in the Western Sector and 95,000 Pakistani prisoners of war.
Pakistan did not learn any lesson from these debacles. She started fomenting trouble between India and Bangladesh. To an extent she seemed to succeed when the popular Bangla leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rehman brutally murdered together with his family and Bangladesh came under a pro-Pakistan regime. But that phase has now passed off.
Stung to jealousy by India's all-round progress-—economic, social, racial, communal and scientific, Pakistan has all along been pouring venom against India both nationally and internationally. When in 1974 India exploded her first nuclear device for peaceful purposes, Pakistan raised a lot of hue and cry all over the world in all conferences and assemblies and, thereby, prompted the U.S.A. and China to equip her with atomic and other deadly weapons of war. She has now acquired an atom bomb. She has been trying to create problems for India by assisting and abetting infiltrators and terrorists.
Recently, India has taken the initiative once again to develop good friendly relations with Pakistan, by re-establishing diplomatic and cultural relations which had been snapped at the time of the kargil war of 1971. Pakistan has also responded to India's gesture, though with reservations. Trade and communication links have been restored. There have been exchange of visits of teams in Hockey, Cricket and other games, the last one being the six-match Pre-Olympic Hockey Test series in August 1988.
Let us hope that the Pakistan rulers would now realize the advantage of having mutually beneficial economic, cultural and political relations with India. If peace and mutual confidence prevails in relations between these two nations of Asia, each can benefit from the other and both the nations could utilize their talents and resources to resolve the gigantic problems facing them. But this will require a purging of heat and turning over a new leaf on the part of Pakistan, since India has been thrice bitten and quite naturally, she has reasons to be six-time shy.


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Zimbabwe's parliament has approved two new laws that clamp down on political activity and give authorities sweeping power to arrest or jail political opponents and anti-government protesters.
The new measures come in the run-up to presidential elections on March 9th and 10.
The Public Order and the General Laws Amendment Bills were passed after a marathon debate in parliament, during which the opposition Movement for Democratic Change, or MDC, tried to persuade the government to rethink the measures.
President Robert Mugabe's ZANU (PF) party holds 92 of the 150 seats in parliament.
Justice Minister Patrick Chinamasa used the ruling party's majority to suspend rules of debate and ignore the usual time period for parliament to consider legislation.
MDC Foreign Affairs Secretary Tendai Biti termed the laws "fascist."
The party's legal affairs spokesman, David Coltart said the government acted illegally and against the constitution by bringing back the General Laws Amendment Bill after it had been rejected the day before. He said the MDC will challenge both laws in court.
Political analysts say the new laws allow Zimbabwe authorities to ban political gatherings that are critical of the government. The ban even extends to preventing opposition supporters from putting up campaign posters.
Police are given the power to conduct random searches without warrants, while people found guilty of terrorism face life imprisonment and even the death sentence.
Zimbabwe authorities are allowed to shoot to kill in certain circumstances while courts are forbidden to grant bail for offenses ranging from murder to armed robbery. Criticism of the president is a criminal offence.
Parliament will meet again on Tuesday to debate the Access to Information Bill, which has been widely criticized by legal and political analysts in Zimbabwe for stifling press freedom. The bill says that to work in Zimbabwe journalists have to be citizens of the country and must have a government license. Any journalist who violates the regulations faces up to two years in jail.


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WSJ: Microsoft & Yahoo Near Search Deal
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Yahoo and Microsoft "are moving toward sealing a search partnership, say people familiar with the matter — a deal that ends a protracted dance and unites the pair against Google. Microsoft, which had made a failed $47.5 billion takeover bid for Yahoo, appears to have finally won a piece of what it wanted from the Internet player — the volumes of search queries that run through Yahoo's engine. In exchange, Yahoo is getting an opportunity to expand its own position in the market by remaining a force in search-advertising sales. The agreement, which could be reached as soon as Wednesday but could be delayed, involves Yahoo agreeing to use Microsoft's Bing search engine on its own sites, these people say." (Subscription Only)
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Art Glass awards are all the rage, because each piece is truly unique. This beautiful piece of art is handmade bohemian blown glass. Colors and sizes will vary slightly from piece to piece. Each Art Glass award is individually boxed.
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The Church of the Messiah was founded in 1852 thanks in part to a group of twenty-five individuals including Episcopalians Jeremiah Hopkins and Joseph Story Fay who were responsible for organizing efforts to bring the first Episcopal church to Cape Cod. Aside from Mr. Hopkins and Mr. Fay, the remainder of the group were Congregationalist or Methodist.
Joseph Story Fay was Woods Hole's first summer resident and continued to play a very important role in the Church as one of its largest benefactors. The original wooden church was built in 1852 and was located where the Stone Church now sits. The Church of the Messiah utilized the building until 1888 when the Stone Church was constructed by Joseph Story Fay (the building was designed by W.P. Wentworth of Boston). The wooden church was moved a few hundred feet from its original location and served as the Parish House prior to the building of the Fisher House (named for Reverend George Fisher).
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A man in his thirties was reportedly caught masturbating in a library - while reading Lord Alan Sugar's autobiography.
The Sun reports that the unidentified man was observed acting strangely while browsing the business section of Crawley Library last week.
Staff saw him choose What You See Is What You Get before he covered his lap with his coat and proceeded to touch himself.
"He spent about 20 minutes looking through the books in the business section before selecting Alan Sugar's autobiography," a source said. "He was behaving rather oddly so we kept an eye on him and then he just sat down with his coat over his lap and started pleasuring himself as he looked through the book.
"It was very bizarre behaviour and our security guys got a hold of him before too many people saw what he was doing."
Security guards detained the man before police arrived and held him on suspicion of outraging public decency. He has since been cautioned and banned from using the library.
Commenting on Twitter, Lord Sugar told one follower: "Took me to seriously when I said cum and get it (sic)"
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Global P2P Lending Market Trends Discussed by Ian Youngman in New Research Study Published at MarketPublishers.com
12 Jun 2014 • by Natalie Aster
LONDON – To date, P2P lending is becoming an extremely popular way of financing projects, business ideas, and personal loans via small contributions from a great number of each individual person. By 2016–end, the peer-to-peer (P2P) market is likely to be valued at £5 billion (just over USD 8.4 billion) in the UK, £20 billion (around USD 33.64 billion) in the USA and globally – £40 billion (nearly USD 67.28 billion). Over the next 10 years, the world P2P industry is poised to grow at a fast pace and reach £0.59 trillion (around USD 1 trillion) by 2025.
The legal position of P2P lending is cloudy in a wide range of countries and whilst some states aim for legalising and encouraging it, legislative authorities in certain places have done their best to kill it despite it possibly being legal. There exist hundreds of platforms, with several having gone multicountry. In 2020, it will be the prevailing trend among individuals and businesses to get in contact with lenders via P2P websites and market-wide platforms, enabling them to lend money whilst bypassing traditional banking institutions. Besides different financial returns, investors can also enjoy the benefits of having contributed to the realisation of an idea they truly believe in.
New research study "Peer2peer lending global facts and figures 2014" drawn up by Ian Youngman provides comprehensive coverage and detailed analysis of the peer-to-peer lending marketplace. The market research report gives an all-round overview of the market size and opportunities, discusses different types of loans, explains how it all works, provides insight on major benefits and arising problems, uncovers background information, as well as peeps into the market's future. It reviews in detail 59 countries, with each profile including authoritative information about regulators, regulatory frameworks, oncoming alterations to these regulations, first platform, other platforms, and failed platforms.
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Hi Jim, I'm happy to hear that you still compose music. Do you have a discography somewhere? I think the Machines OST stood the test of time and fits the game so well, even today. For that reason I would like to take a deeper dive into your work over the last 16 years.
I would also love to hear your opinion on the state of video game music today. To me it seems that BGM has really become "background music" and doesn't compliment games as much as in the past. The classic game BGMs from the past, for example Unreal Tournament, Starcraft and others, had music that one liked to listen to even outside the game.
Best of luck in the future and thank you for stopping by. If there is any place you share your experience with the world, feel free to share, as I'm always interested in learning more about the video game industry.
Best regards.
Edit: I forgot to say one thing: Your soundtrack for the Machines intro is actually the one thing that makes really memorable. Really awesome job!
Looks like a scan from a manual of a different game. Probably just something for advertisement purposes.
If you guys want to see how to make a good map, go to http://www.panschk.de/mappage/newsscript/viewnews.php and look at some maps for Starcraft Broodwar. As you will notice, they have a lot of high and low ground variation and space for flanking. Encrypted's map is too straight forward. Can't flank or move into a positional advantage to win fights with lower unit numbers.
@bilal : They implemented capturable objectives in Starcraft 2 and they are not used in tournament maps anymore. Won't say it doesn't work for any game, because I think Dawn of War was all about capturing objectives, but potential expansions and positional advantage are already objective enough.
Dunno why you'd want a siege unit to become a super slow transporter unit. The Goliath should probably be used like a Siege Tank in Starcraft. Load it into an APC and drop it around the enemy base. Shoot once, load up again and off you go. That way you force the enemy to respond to the aggression, while staying safe because of the APC movement speed.
I think increasing the missle speed is optimization enough without losing the initial intended use.
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I'd especially like to see "Aggressors", armed to the teeth with thousands o' kinetic weapons.
How to: shitty unit design 101.
Chats on website are kind of annoying, at least to me. External chats are always better, because people actually need to join willingly and not just write random stuff because they got an account on the website.
Anyway, I'll join the IRC chat again.
Like Bilal said, it's kind of on hold. Doesn't mean we're not interested in the project anymore. At least I'm still motivated to continue working on the project.
Hope you'll continue supporting us in the future, even though the project is on hold for now. :)


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Create Inbox rules in Outlook Web App to automatically perform specific actions on messages as they arrive, based on your criteria.
Click here to access Microsoft's support site for step by step instructions on how to setup Inbox rules.
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I love mantra's my favorite one that I try to live by daily is LIVE (well)~LOVE(much)~LAUGH(often).
Last month I was doing some shopping and I came across a picture that said it all, well everything that I am trying to do or be about. I had to purchase and bring it home with me and hang on the wall at my home office.
Along with my vision board hangs this picture. It will help me not to forget where I am and where I'm going. So I ask you, do you have a favorite mantra?
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Brewer: Category 12 Brewing, Central Saanich, BC
Style: Black IPA
Description: Category 12, which is located just up the road from me, has recently opened its doors and began distributing. This is their second release, and my first sampling. The Black IPA is made using Carafa and Munich malts and then bittered with Simcoe, Cascade, and Columbus hops.
Tasting Notes: This beer delivered in all the expected departments. On the black side of things, it had dark roasted malts that were reminiscent of a good stout or porter. On the IPA side of things, it had a good dose of citrus and herbal hop flavor that lingered long after the initial tasting. A good start for this hometown brewery, and a good intro for me.
Appearance: Black, translucent, good foam retention and carbonation
Nose: Roasted malt, hint of espresso, strong notes of citrus and pineapple
Taste: Toasted malt, mild espresso, citrus rind, herbal hops
Aftertaste: Lingering herbal flavor, malt and hop bitterness
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His Spirit Poured Out
There is work to be done for the Kingdom of God, and something powerful happens when God's children partner together in ministry.
During the 2017 General Assembly, I gave a Friday night message based on one of God's greatest promises. It is quoted by Peter on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2 and is found in Joel 2: "And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days" (Joel 2:28-29).
What God promised through the prophet Joel, He did on the day of Pentecost.
God poured out His Spirit so that we can be empowered and be bold witnesses—starting where we are and going to "the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8). This is a promise for all groups of people. God does not discriminate because of gender, age, or status. The Holy Spirit is available to all of us.
From the time that Phineas Bresee founded the First Church of the Nazarene in Los Angeles, California, USA, to its union with other Holiness groups in 1908, women preachers and leaders have very much been a part of the life of our church. In a Herald of Holiness article penned in 1930, General Superintendent J. B. Chapman articulated the denominational stance: "The fact is that God calls men and women to preach the gospel, and when He does so call them, they should gladly obey Him and members of the church and of the ministry should encourage and help them in the fulfillment of their task. This is the teaching of the New Testament, the logic of the new dispensation, the position of the Church of the Nazarene."
We rejoice that women clergy are using their gifts and serving God and our denomination as senior pastors, co-pastors, church planters, chaplains, educators, evangelists, compassionate ministries directors, and in other areas of ministry. The last twenty years have seen a significant increase in the number of young women called into ministry. Today nearly 30 percent of all religion students in Nazarene institutions are women. In 2017 in the United States/Canada region, 33.7 percent of the newly ordained clergy, 21.4 percent of total clergy, 36.1 percent of associate pastors, and 10.2 percent of senior pastors were women. These percentages were all record highs.
Something powerful happens when God's sons and daughters partner together in ministry. They provide a glimpse of the coming kingdom already at work in the world.
David W. Graves is a general superintendent in the Church of the Nazarene.
Holiness Today, Sept/Oct 2018


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(This is based on a text written by anonymous anti-authoritarians at the time of a major flood in Italy)
More than twenty dead, about ten missing, 40,000 evacuated. And hundreds of millions of dollars in damages. As if it had not been raindrops, but bombs falling on their heads. As if it had not been a flood, but a war, devastating their homes. In fact this was so. But the enemy that struck so harshly was not the river or the mountain. These are not, in fact, weapons of vengeance for a nature that we are accustomed to thin of as hostile. The war that has been going on for centuries now is not between humanity and the natural environment as so many would like to have us believe in order to guarantee our obedience. Our enemy is our own activity. That is the war. This civilization is the war. Nature is simple its principle battlefield. We caused these powerful downpours by transforming the atmospheric climate with our industrial activity. Our activity has eroded the embankments of the rivers, trashing their beds and deforesting their shores. We have made bridges collapse by building them with defective materials chosen in order to win the contract. We have devastated entire villages by building houses in high-risk areas. We have bred jackals who look for profit in every situation. We have neglected to take precaution measures against such events, being only concerned with opening new sports arenas, shopping malls and metro and rail lines.
And how are we responsible? We have allowed all this to happen repeatedly, delegating the decisions that effect our lives to others. And now, after having devastated the entire planet in order to move faster, eat faster, work faster, make money faster, watch TV faster and "live" faster, do we still dare to complain when we discover we also die faster?
There are no natural catastrophes, only social catastrophes. If we don't want to continue to be victims of unpredictable earthquakes, exceptional floods, unknown viruses and whatever else, our only choice is to act against our enemy: our way of life, our values, our habits, our culture, our indifference. It is not against nature that we so urgently need to declare war, but against this society and all its institutions. If we are not able to invent a different existence and fight to realize it, we are preparing ourselves to die in that which others have decided and imposed. And to die in silence, just as we have always lived.Back to the Venomous Butterfly page


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C. Wayne Tindall
C. Wayne Tindall passed away in his home on Dec. 15, 2012, surrounded by his family.
Wayne was born on Dec. 4, 1954, in Boise, Idaho. He grew up in Mountain Home where he spent his childhood at Tindall's Furniture Store and Crane Lake Ranch, both owned by his parents.
In 1972, he married his high school sweetheart, Susan Andrews. Together they had three children.
He worked hard to provide for his family while serving in the United States Army, the Army Corps of Engineers and Mountain Home Irrigation District.
He was most fulfilled by his position as director of the Elmore County Highway District, where he worked for almost 20 years. His intelligence, attention to detail, and pursuit of perfection made him excel at anything he did.
He was a quietly spiritual man with a profound knowledge of the Bible and love of God.
His priority was always his family. He shared deep and loving friendships with his wife and children, teaching them by example the importance of loyalty, morality and integrity.
He enjoyed documentaries, music, BSU football, hunting and fishing. He spent all the time he could on a motorcycle, riding 100,000s of miles with his wife on back.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Ivan Tindall, his grand-daughter, Marrissa Sue Bauer, and his mother, Jessie Tindall.
He is sincerely missed by his wife, Susan Tindall, his children, Jason and Mariann (Chris) Tindall, Rebecca Tindall, and Cassandra and Aaron Barrington, his grandchildren, Jessica, Breanna, Ryan, and Jaira, his nieces, Teresa and Lori Tindall, and his father, Chet Tindall.
In lieu of funeral services, a casual party in Wayne's honor will be held at the Elk's Lodge on Friday, Dec. 21, at 5 p.m. for all who knew him.


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Girijavallabhan, K G and David Raj, I and Alavandi, S V (1989) Hydrobiology of lagoons. CMFRI Bulletin Marine living resources of the union territory of Lakshadweep An Indicative Survey With Suggestions For Development, 43. pp. 200-211.
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The hydrography, productivity, zooplankton biomass and faunistic composition of the lagoons of Lakshadweep were studied during January-March 1987 period. The surface temperature of lagoon waters off Agatti and Kalpeni reached the maximum temperature of 38"C. Even during night period the temperature was in the range of 32-33°C in the Minicoy lagoon. Salinity values of surface samples of lagoons of Kalpitti, Bangaram and Kalpeni mere in the range 36%o to 39.39%o. Low dissolved oxygen value of 1-1B ml/litre was observed in Suhelipar lagoon. In most of the lagoons the secondary production was very poor but biomass of zooplankton from the seaward side of the lagoons was slightly higher suggesting that the oceanic zooplankton might be nourished by coral reef community. Minicoy lagoon is an exception where the biomass of zooplankton was very high being 61.25 ml and the biomass of samples collected from the sea was 9.5 ml. Swarming 'of Lucifer sp, Copepods and Linglea sp. (algae) has increased the standing crop of lagoon. In most of the lagoons, decapod larvae and copepods constituted the dominant items, other zooplankter like fish eggi, chaetognaths, siphonophores and appendicularians also occurred In small numbers. In lagoon samples of Bangaram and Kavaratti fish eggs formed 8.73% and 17.38% of total biomass respectively.
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May 2017
I had an iphone 6 and upgraded to an LG G5 recently with a new sim card. I have noticed from several different contacts that i am not receiving all of my text messages. I am super frustrated and I have tried turning off the VoLTE and it has not helped. Someone please help!!
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January 2018
Hi everyone!
LG began to roll out an update to the default messaging in October to fix this issue.
Some of you have mentioned that you're still experiencing issues following the update; can you all confirm that any third party SMS applications are removed, and ensure that your stock messaging app is updated to version 184.108.40.206?
June 2018
Hey @Skyegirl
That's absolutely not the kind of experience we'd like for you and I can totally understand that you're being annoyed by this.
While we do make sure that the phones we provide our customers are fully compatible with our network, we're not manufacturers. We totally understand where you're coming from, this is why we're here to help anyone that would have such issue with their device.
We don't want to see you go and we'd like to take a closer look at the details. You can contact us here or we can send you a PM directly.
Let us know what suits you best!
June 2018
Well said!!! I am beyond frustrated with the way they reply try this, do that...I have been instore numerous times, all they care about is sales, couldn't find a loaner phone in my city with 5 locations so I could send it off for a repair that obviously has been tried and failed. Your right about people telling friends about their bad experiences. Reading this thread and seeing how many people they have made to jump through hoops to try and fix a problem they all should know about and just admit the phone messaging app is a dude!!!
Thank you @JohnF1444 for this post I am going to try textra! Sad that a huge company like fido could not just have replaced the darn messaging app.....insanity!
June 2018
@McKimmyYour very welcome! Give Textra (or any other messaging app) a try and report back. Pretty sure everyone here would be curious to know your results. Maybe Fido-tech-of-the-week may actually learn something! I solved the issue 2 years ago! They're still troubleshooting and insisting everyone update. Again. and again. and again! Miriam-Webster, 'insanity'...
Fido and LG - after nearly 2 years - should admit defeat on this one and stop wasting everyone's time. I cannot believe I still get alerts on this issue! Wow!...simply. Wow...
Guess who's flushing LG and Fido when our plan is up?? I give you one guess. Just one...
June 2018
So far so good....been testing all day and I seem to be recieving all of my messages! What really makes me angry is that this issue has been reported 2 years ago and I just got my phone 5 months ago!
I will keep you posted!
June 2018
We're here to assist you the best way we can @McKimmy,
That being said, replacing the messaging app is not something we support! We do provide you with the device, but repair and maintenance is provided by the manufacturer.
You can use a third party app as suggested by JohnF1444, it seems that his workaround works and hopefully it will work for you too :). Keep in mind though, that we're unable to provide any support or guarantee the functionalities of this app.
As for the repair, your 1 year manufacturer warranty will cover any technical issue with your device which is why we'll have your phone sent to LG. Since we're unable to guarantee that a loaner phone will be available at store, you can contact LG directly to have them look into it instead.
Hope this clarifies, and please do share your findings :).
July 2018
Have been very frustrated with not receiving texts or having people not receive mine. There is no rh yme
or reason. Just know because people will ask "didnt you receive my text?"
Have tried to do all the things various Fido reps have suggested, I see that there may have been a software issue with the Lgg5? My contract ends soon and Im not sure if I need to switch carriers as well as the phone?
July 2018
July 2018
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July 2018
How do I check this?
Why was this not mentioned the 5 times I have previously spoken to customer service over the past year?
July 2018
Hey @efblanch,
The stock messaging App in this case is the one that came with the phone. Is this what you are using?
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As part of the marketing for Capcom's 3DS video game Resident Evil: Revelations, I helped The Chapter Media take part in an elaborate viral campaign centering on the story's "Queen Zenobia" cruise ship. The ad agency built a full website for the fake cruise liner, and I was brought on board to help produce a few simple viral videos showcasing the grisly results of the game's zombie outbreak. Naturally, the verisimilitude we sought necessitate a lo-fi approach to shooting and editing these videos, leaving most of the heavy lifting to some amazing practical effects and location scouting. Instead, I focused on data management and my embarrassingly thorough knowledge of Resident Evil's backstory.
Our next task was to interview associate producer Tsukasa Takenaka. At Capcom's domestic headquarters in San Francisco, we shot a series of three developer diaries as Takenaka played through the game, describing its unique features. Without a particularly thorough grasp of Japanese, the small crew and I just focused on breaking his comments into discrete sound bites as much as possible to hand over to translators in editing. All in all, I was just as excited as could be to help promote a great game as both a fan and a professional.