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Welcome to 2018!
Just recently, we had our annual kick-off event, at Tropicana Golf and Country Resort. 2017 has been a blast for us. We've achieved several milestones throughout the year such as expanding our business to onshore and having a new office at Ara Damansara. We have also received multiple awards on productivity by Investors Trust Assurance, Hansard International and RL360 for both the company and individual level.
Certainly, as our last year's theme, MORPHOSIS suggests, we have transformed ourselves to broaden our service spectrum. Our advisors have extended our reach to the East Coast as well as East Malaysia with the motive of improving the financial awareness and financial literacy of our fellow Malaysians, guiding them on the path to achieve their financial goals as our Raison D'être has always been our clients' satisfaction.
However, we know we can achieve more, we never settle for less. Thus, paving the way for this year's theme, TRANSCEND, with the goal of sustaining our operational excellence and going beyond the limits to achieve what was deemed just a dream, in hopes of providing our fellow Malaysians with a more accessible platform, plus a variety of options to cater to everyone's needs.
We would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks to our business partners, our advisors, our clients and everyone that have been supporting us throughout the year. Thank you! We could not have done it without your trust and support and certainly do look forward in working together with everyone to further enhance our excellence and services in this industry in the years to come!


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Part II: A meeting planner's guide to PR
Last month, I talked about the value of using public relations to publicize your events. This month, you're going to learn how to craft the perfect press release (PR).
If you want a news article about your event to be published, you have to know how far in advance media outlets need your information. Lead time for daily newspapers can be one to two weeks; weekly publications may need materials two to four weeks in advance; and monthly publications may require materials to be submitted two to four months prior to the event. Media lists may be purchased, or do some research online to compile your own list of contact people and submission guidelines for media outlets in your target market.
What you should know:
- Press releases should be 500 or fewer words.
- Focus on one central subject. (You can write more than one PR per event.)
- You'll need an attention-getting headline, secondary headline and interesting first sentence. Sometimes that's all people will read, so find an interesting angle and see if you can entice people in the newsrooms to read further than that. The last paragraph should be boilerplate information about your company.
- Aim for a sixth-grade reading level, and avoid industry jargon.
- Keep your focus local. Even if you are planning an event in Boston, a newspaper in Miami or San Francisco may run an item on the event if:
- Someone well-known from their city is involved
- One of their local companies is a sponsor
- A local charity will benefit from the event
- Use the press release to explain why this event is interesting, what makes it news, or how it will affect or improve the community.
- Include all important names, dates, times, ticket information, phone numbers and Web sites, including contact information, and double-check all the information before sending.
- Having photography available (300 dpi for print, 72 dpi for Web sites) increases your chances of having a story run.
- It's best to send PRs early in the week. Avoid sending on a Friday or over the weekend.
- Follow up with media contacts: Did they get the release? Do they have any questions? Do they need images or an interview? Would they like a press pass to attend the event?
- Keep a clip file of press coverage.
Remember, some of the best PRs do not get media coverage. Newspapers are protected by the First Amendment of the Constitution and cannot be forced to publish any material, including your PR, no matter how perfect it is.
– Jackie Thornton, M.S., CMP
Jackie Thornton, M.S., CMP, is President of Global Marketing and PR Inc., which offers event planning, marketing and public relations services. She also has taught event planning certificate courses.


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Pam's Transformation
"I've been exercising my whole life before joining the Rodsquad program – I used to do weights, treadmill, yoga, biking 5 to 7 days a week. And as a professional dancer, I'd also practice another 5 days a week. With Rod's program, I eat more and exercise less than ever before. This program has given me the figure I had in my 20's, but now I have the wisdom of a 45 year old woman to go with it. I'm hooked for life!
Nothing feels as good as the sense of empowerment good health and vitality gives you. It is definitely a lifestyle and a way of being, yet is totally doable for women of all shapes, sizes and fitness levels. I'm so grateful to Rod and his program for returning zest and sense of well being back into my life!"
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Leitrim athletes head to Calry next Tuesday
Connacht Schools Cross-country refixed for Tuesday March 6
Leitrim athletes in action in last year's Connacht Schools Cross-country in Calry
The postponement Connacht Schools Cross-country Championships have been refixed for next Tuesday, March 6, in Calry after the event was called off on Wednesday due to adverse weather conditions.
With Leitrim competitors seeking to qualify for the All-Ireland Schools, the event will once again be held outside Sligo on the Dromahair road at the Calry sporting facilities, the first race getting underway at 12 noon.
The new date is hardly ideal for any athlete hoping to impress in the All-Ireland Schools Finals in Waterford IT on the following Saturday, March 10, leaving young athletes with just three full days to recover from their exertions as well as travelling to the far end of the country.


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This FAQ's section is intended as general informal guidance only and not as specific advice. Also, things do change over time (particularly planning policy and building regulations) and, although this section will be updated periodically, it may not always be completely up to date. If you have a specific query about your project or a general enquiry please do not hesitate to call and speak to one of our team who will be able to give you more targeted guidance.
1. I haven't done this before, how do I start and where does it finish?
2. I don't want to manage my project, but why use a Chartered Architect?
3. Why use studioCASS?
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5. Can I have a partial service?
6. How about other consultants/specialists?
7. What is planning permission?
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9. What is 'permitted development'?
10. My home is a Listed building
11. I live in a Conservation Area
12. What are Building Regulations?
13. How do I get Building Regulations Approval?
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Creating Purpose In Your Life
Creating Purpose
One of the biggest questions that people ask – to themselves, to others, to nobody in particular – is this: what is the meaning of life? Why am I here? Maybe they are looking for an easy answer, or maybe they are wondering if the things they are doing are "worth it". But the actual truth is both very simple, and quite complex.
Life can be viewed as pointless, unless you create your own meaning within it – and this is dependent on your own philosophy and your own approach to it. Many people get up, go to work, and punch in and out mindlessly, always looking forward to their next days off so they can drink or do nothing or binge on TV and junk food. And all the while, the clock is ticking, their health is declining, and they are getting older and older. The imbalance between working too much, a bad diet, bad habits, and stress takes a terrible toll on our health, and over time, all the small decisions we make can add up to big problems. Drinking, smoking, lack of sleep, frustration…other people will see it in us and subconsciously pick up those negative emotions.
Recognizing these traits is the first step to fixing them, but we must also do something about them in order to overcome them. This is why we encourage our students to set goals for themselves – an endpoint, a place that they can work towards, so they know they are progressing and making good choices for themselves.
Think about a goal like acquiring a black belt, or an orange belt. This requires lots of mental and physical training – though it is nothing impossible, if done in a series of very small steps over a long period of time. The discipline needed to achieve these goals often reverberates back into your regular life, and the strong habits developed here in the kung fu studio can translate into achieving more in your everyday life.
For example, think about the last time you went out to drink with your friends – chances are the bill can get very high, very quickly. Imagine all the money you have ever spent, accumulated over dozens of weekends out at the bar or on 6-packs every Saturday night at home, added up over years. And at the end of it all, what have you achieved? What you have gotten out of it? We can safely say, nothing as healthy or as useful as the discipline you would get from setting proper goals and working toward them in all aspects of your life.
If you chose today to redirect all that money toward getting healthy with kung fu training, you would not only keep more of it in the long run, but you would steer clear of many bad situations, gain improved health and fitness (which can add years to your life, instead of shortening it), and have a series of goals to constantly work toward. It would give you a reason to not drink – when was the last time you saw a black belt get drunk and lose control?
It's always sad to see some people leave school after grade 12 and simply stop learning, and lose the motivation to strive for more. Years down the road, you won't feel proud of drinking every weekend, and wasting your potential, but if you work hard towards the goals you've set for yourself and systematically achieve them, there will be no stopping you. The best things in life take dedication, commitment and sacrifice – but that's what makes them worth the journey, because the people who can reach those goals are rare!
For you, it may not be about the money. Plenty of people have high-paying jobs that they will never leave, but they go home completely unfulfilled and feeling lost and unhappy – financially they are successful, but by every other measurement, they are miserable. Taking up proper hobbies and walking the longer, more winding path to your goals is one of the best ways to remedy this. We have many people just like this who come in to our studio, searching for fulfillment and meaning, and when they set their goals and reach them, the difference in their mood and attitude is incredible. They feel they have purpose, they feel they are advancing, and they are moving forward, both physically and mentally. There is something new to look forward to and they are no longer stuck in the same mindless loop.
We have an introductory program for people like this to give kung fu a try, and you'll know very quickly if our teachings help give you direction. You'll meet positive people, you'll get a new outlook, and when you see how much this affects your life, you're going to love it! We even have a limited-time sale on this right now, so there's never been a better time to give martial arts a try. You can come take the plunge with something new… or go back to a job you dislike, and Netflix on the couch every night, watching your life slide by and thinking of all the things you could have done someday. The choice is yours to make!
Call Kung Fu for Life today and experience all the positive benefits, both direct and indirect, that our training can offer. From the improvements in your muscles to your mind, in your breathing to your body, in your health to your happiness, you'll be very glad that you did!
Kung Fu For Kids Recreation
Kung Fu For Kids Recreation
As short as it may seem when we look back, childhood is one of the most influential periods of our entire lives: it's where we develop the habits, hobbies, and discipline that we will carry with us through the years. We learn social skills, how to deal with adversity, and how to focus our skills and energy into meaningful outlets. So what makes kung fu such a great kids' activity?
Let's start with one of the biggest benefits of studying martial arts – helping build focus, mindfulness, discipline, self-control, and routine. All of these traits are incredibly important as we grow up, and any child that develops them fully has a much better chance of setting and achieving their goals later in life. Some even suggest that the increased focus and mental training can help with ADD.
Beyond that, kids' kung fu classes bring together many different types of children in one place, allowing them a safe place to develop these skills together. This leads to increased socialization and confidence in groups as well. Of course, some kids may feel too self-conscious to learn in a group as they start out, or are just more suited to individual instruction, and that's why we are now one of the few martial arts studios in Calgary to offer private lessons for those children.
Another reason why kung fu is great for kids' recreation is the physical aspect. Studying a martial art works on your body as well as your brain! Your child will gain increased flexibility, coordination, reflexes, and timing, as well as improved overall health. Kung fu is an excellent way to stay fit, no matter your age.
Some people might worry that kung fu classes for kids would encourage them to be violent, or to resort to violence at school or with their friends. The truth is, our goal is the exact opposite – we teach self-control, meditation, and restraint, so that your child will walk confidently and strongly, but uses their skills strictly for self-defense in a bad situation. As the old saying goes, Speak softly and carry a big stick: we teach that fighting is a last resort, only to be used when absolutely necessary. But if it ever comes down to it – if your child is surrounded by bullies, if they've gotten stuck in a dangerous situation, if they need to make a split-second decision – we know you'd agree that having experience with and confidence in such activities would beat the alternative, every time.
And speaking of good and bad influences – we have overwhelmingly heard that the kids we've taught in Calgary have enjoyed having healthy mentors and role models in their lives. This, combined with the long-lasting positive influence of our teachers, can make all the difference to a child that needs structure and guidance, especially if the parents are working a lot to help ensure a good life for their family.
Along those lines, many parents would love to improve their kids' recreation in this way, and are wondering if they can afford it – or if it really is worth the price. In our experience, as long as your ability to live isn't greatly impacted, it's absolutely worth every penny! The benefits are lifelong, and the memories and training can stick with your kid long after they walk out our doors. They will meet new friends, gain new skills and confidence, and look back fondly on the days when they got to learn all the coolest "ninja moves" from our teachers.
Having your kid in an organized sport like martial arts is also one of the best ways to ensure they avoid potentially negative activities after school, and beyond. They'll have the confidence, willpower, and self-awareness to think critically about how their decisions affect themselves and others, leading to smarter outcomes with drugs, drinking, and reckless behaviour as they get older. And they'll not only treat themselves with more respect, but everyone else they encounter, as well. The only way to build up this kind of personality is to be familiar with it and incorporate it from a young age – so the more exposure your child gets from a positive role model, the better!
We could write a thousand more words about why kung fu is a good sport for kids, but the best way to know is to simply see for yourself. Drop in for a class with your son or daughter and let them find out on their own how much fun it can be to learn crucial skills, while getting a workout at the same time. Our non-competitive environment is the perfect place to hone the art, and who knows? They might stick with it, and become a kung fu teacher themselves after they achieve brown belt status – continuing the circle of knowledge, and sending a message to the younger generation that they can achieve their goals, too.
Call us or use our contact form to enroll your child in one of the best kids' activities in Calgary, or come by and visit our studio space at 345 39 Ave SE – just down the street from the 39 St C-Train station – and find out why more people than ever are getting into kung fu for life!
The Art Of Kung Fu Meditation
The Art Of Kung Fu Meditation
When you hear about martial arts, the first thing you think of is probably a blazing fast flurry of fists and kicks, or maybe a pair of nunchakus flying through the air. But one of the largest aspects of the entire culture of martial arts has much more to do with the mind than with the body that holds it – and it's arguably one of the most important skills to master. We are, of course, talking about meditation.
Kung Fu For Healing
Kung Fu For Healing
It's a story that's common all over the world: disease or disability can, at times, strike any of us without warning or even an apparent cause. Most of us know someone that has struggled with cancer, arthritis, joint degradation, or another condition that has greatly reduced their quality of life. Often these people are told that there isn't anything that can be done for them. But is it as simple as that?
Over the last six years, our Grandmaster has begun training people on how to heal themselves, and how to take proper care of their body – a method that, when combined with the right professional medical advice, can make great progress in a fight against disease. For example, one student, who was diagnosed with cancer and given six months to live, began to train in kung fu with meditation, breathing exercises, and a new diet. He is still going strong, years later! He is not the only one, either: another student, suffering from COPD, prostate cancer, and borderline diabetes just a few years ago, now says: "…my physical health is increased exponentially….In conjunction with the western medicine, it has made a huge difference.
By following the Grandmaster's teachings, these and other students have made noticeable positive impacts on their health. But it does require commitment and willpower as well: just like when a doctor tells you that you need to take pills three times a day for a month, you have to follow the Grandmaster's instructions equally diligently! If you follow the instructions persistently with faith, the benefits will come. Everything we teach is like a prescription for success, if you follow it correctly.
The Grandmaster has taught people who were headed for dialysis, and helped to improve the condition to the point where they only have to see a doctor once a year about it. He has had students with arthritis and helped them work through the condition, by using the chi and meditative methods
Like all people, the Grandmaster himself has to go to the doctor and have regular medical checkups. If something's wrong, he uses the diagnosis to target the pain and cure himself with chi and deep mental focus. This speeds up the healing process and in his case prevents the need to take any drugs. Commitment and dedication are absolutely necessary in order for him to overcome any ailments. The same is expected of you if you want to be successful.
So if you have joint, muscle, nerve, breathing, or organ issues – or any other health problems that don't require a quarantine – why not see what proper training and meditation can do for you? If your current treatment does not seem to be as effective as you like, or isn't meeting your expectations, give us a call to see how we can help. Just ask for the Grandmaster directly, or leave a message for him and he will contact you himself to discuss the matter further. Don't even worry about pricing – if you are in need of health assistance, we would simply like to meet and see what we can do. As with anything, we cannot promise results, but our track record is extremely good on the matter.
We want to see you be the best and healthiest you can be! Working alongside your doctors and medical professionals, we can help train your mind and body to perform at their best level. At Kung Fu for Life, we are all about living our best possible lives – so find out how we can help you today!
Kung Fu Competition Training vs. Self-defense Training
It is important to understand that you don't have to compete in order to learn self-defense. The origin of our system, shaolin, was never meant for competition. It was designed to create good health, focus of mind and body, and of course learning to defend oneself.
Sometimes what you might think looks barbaric in the fighting ring, is actually civilized when compared to advance self-defense training. Ring fighting contains only a portion of true Kung Fu/ martial arts.
Let us start by saying, there is only one true competitor in your life and that is the person looking back at you in the mirror. We will explain in point-form the main differences of self-defense and competition training.
So let's address each one for now - competition versus self-defense.
1. Limited space, this is also often the case in self-defense as a matter of fact, much less space is usually available compared to the ring. So close-quarters fighting techniques is an absolute must. Sometimes there is much more space than you would ever find in a ring. Remember that the only thing that matters in self-defense is self-preservation, you must do whatever it takes, including running away. There's no rules, no competition, no crowd to impress, just defending yourself! True self-defense has a foundation in both common sense and ethics. Before you ever lift your hand to hurt another human being, it must be warranted.
2. A referee is there to ensure that no competitor gets out of hand, gets severely injured or killed. He is the calming agent between the two fighters, reminding them at all times to follow the rules.
In self –defense, of course, there is no such person mediating anything or protecting you from what your assailant is going to do to you, it is just you and your attacker. There is only one outcome and it must be that you survive. You aren't a winner or victor but rather the survivor for life not glory.
3. Rules. There are all kinds of rules in competition, and you can thank civilized man for that. Just remember there's no rules in self-defense, except maybe the law and that's only after the fact, unless you're very lucky. In Roman times, the spectators were the true barbarians and they promoted the violence. Unfortunately, you still see some of that today, not just in martial arts but in many sports, more blood, more cheering, lots of big mouths calling out for more violence… it's easy when it's not their own blood.
4. Prearranged time in competition, this allows many variables to be somewhat predictable within reason, good fighters know this and plan a couple surprises for their opponents. Self-defense situations always have an element of surprise which causes confusion, fear, hesitation, and sometimes locking of the body (also known as freezing). Which is natural but nonetheless can be very irritating and restricting. Examples of this are, you can be carrying your groceries to your car, riding on the bus, sitting at a donut shop, or any number of tasks we do every day when an attacker comes at you. One of the best ways to avoid these predicaments is to remain aware of your surroundings at all times which allows you more options than just self-defense. This could include calling 9-1-1, avoiding the potential danger by exiting, or finding another way around it. Good teaching promotes the understanding of self-defense is far more than just hand to hand combat.
5. Know your opponent. For competition there are many ways to study the strengths and weaknesses of your opponent. For example, watching recordings of past fights, physically seeing their fights, watching old interviews, and yet there are still many other ways. In self-defense, obviously, there are no such observations possible. There is little to no idea of your attacker's skill or intentions, other than obvious postures. How do you compensate for this? There are numerous ways, but no matter which you choose, you are forced to react (after exhausting all non-violent measures). You have to use any techniques that will work and must exert 100% effort until the threat is gone. When the attacker has forced you to the point of no return... fight for your life!
6. Rounds. There are 2-3 minute rounds with rest in-between. In Self-defense there is no rest, as I mentioned before no referee, no choice, and no rules.
Most self-defense if properly taught will only last a couple of seconds, maximum a minute, any self-defense that lasts longer is considered a very long time. The energy used during that minute is equivalent to over half an hour of an intense work out, depending on the intensity used. As well, you are dealing with other energy draining problems such as nervous tension, possible lock up, anxiety, maybe fear (which is totally okay). Remember hurting others is not normal or natural, even in our own self-defense. Like we said before you must defend yourself!
7. You get time to prepare for the fight, sometimes months. Pre-fight warm up in competition is also possible. As a matter of fact, it is absolutely necessary in order to prevent injury and have better reflexes and movement. Self-defense must include cold response training methods. This can be very difficult to do because the lack of a warmup that may cause injuries to occur. We don't do it all the time, but often enough to make it work. However, our students always step into the martial arts hall with a certain state of readiness. Because of this our main teaching methods always include situational awareness training, which is an important tool for self-preservation. Obviously you can't know when a self-defense situation will occur so there is no chance for a warm up. The main tools of mental preparation for this case are conscious and subconscious recall.
8. In competition there are two people who want to fight, both want to win but only one will. Both are already warmed up, they have been training for months and have done their homework beforehand. In Self-defense there is at least one aggressor and one defender who does not want to be in the situation at all. An attacker usually makes the first move and has the element of surprise. If you have no inclination of the attack and get surprised, being aware of your surroundings beforehand and having proper training can put the advantage back in your corner.
9. No exit strategy. In the ring, no one wants out. However in self-defense there are many exit strategies. A good martial arts teacher will show you the way to leave a situation or at least come up with a non-violent solution. Peace should always be the top priority.
10. Your trainer is right there with you in the corner of the ring. This is an amazing advantage. If you could have your teacher right there telling you what to do when you get attacked it would seem 10x easier. Unfortunately there is no chance of this ever happening. The best you can hope for is that you listened so carefully to your teacher that the master's words flow to you like water; as if they were right there with you, telling you what to do, while you're getting attacked. Otherwise (and for the most part this is always true), you're on your own and every move is your call. Whether it's the right or wrong move it's totally up to you.
Training for competition is good for health and self-defense, but you DO NOT NEED to compete in order to learn excellent self-defense, because there is only one true competitor in your life, and that's the person looking back at you in the mirror.
Is The Canadian Government Being Unfair?
When it comes to weapons in society and how people should be able to use them, it's hard to settle on an answer that suits everyone. It seems that the only thing that everyone involved agrees on is that all weapons, no matter how large or small, should only be wielded by those with the training and knowledge necessary to use them properly. Today we want to discuss some of the restrictions on martial arts weapons that you may not even know exist.
Many of the weapons that you might think of when you hear the words "martial arts", such as nun-chuks, bo staffs, sais, and small clubs, originated as farming equipment in China. In the 1600s, the Chinese government outlawed weaponry for civilians, but also required that they were able to defend themselves and the country if needed. Due to this, they created new techniques with the objects they had on hand, and many of the modern symbols of martial arts were born.
Just like many other household items, like kitchen knives or construction tools, the danger of these weapons depends on who is wielding them. Yet, strangely, while you can own as many knives, chainsaws, nail guns, sledgehammers, baseball bats, and shovels as you want, you cannot own – or even carry! – nun-chuks, three-sectioned staffs, self-opening blades, or ninja stars in Canada. It's illegal for you to own them, or even transport them for the sole purpose of training somewhere else!
This can be disappointing for martial artists, as it's a double standard: we trust carpenters, arborists, and chefs with their tools, which are all equally lethal. We allow hunters to bring guns and crossbows into the wilderness, once they've shown that they know what they're doing with them – and if someone gets hurt, we hold them responsible. Why is it not the same with martial arts weapons?
Now, we are not advocating that our students should be able to carry around potentially lethal objects and wave them around for fun – far from it. What we do want is for our students to be able to become familiar with, respect, and transport these traditional martial arts tools to a safe training session without fear of breaking the law, just like plenty of other people do with the tools of their trade. After all, why would a disciplined and knowledgeable martial artist be any more likely to cause trouble than anyone else, who could simply walk into any hardware store and choose from hundreds of potential weapons available? How dangerous is a chainsaw or a set of bolt cutters compared a sai or a set of nun-chuks?
There is a necessary and implicit trust present in many places of society. Just because someone wants to learn how to use a traditional martial arts weapon effectively does not mean that they will have any desire to hurt anyone, or ever use them beyond the walls of the gym. For example, we don't assume that every gun owner is angry or maniacal – why would we treat martial artists any differently?
So what do you think? Would you like to see reform in the laws, and allow qualified martial artists to own and transport these weapons? Or do you think the risks are too high for the relatively small amount of people that would benefit from such a change?
Summer Kung Fu Retreat
Kung Fu Retreat
With the cold weather of the last few weeks, many people in Calgary are daydreaming about getting away in the summer and taking some time to escape the stresses of life in the city. If you're already looking forward to long, hot days, mountain air, exercise, and the peace and quiet of meditation, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Kung Fu For Life is now accepting registrations for our summer seminar, which runs for your choice of 3-5 days on the shores of the beautiful and warm Christina Lake, BC. Your accommodations with the Grand Master, a simple one-minute walk from the beach, will be your home base during your stay, and the solitude and peace will allow you to practice meditating on the three levels that you will learn while you are there. However, the retreat is also aimed at building up physical skills as well, and the rugged landscape allows for in-depth training of both self-defence and endurance training.
The entire seminar is designed in such a way as to accommodate the level of fitness you are currently at, while enhancing each individual during the sessions of direct kung fu training with the Grand Master. Feel your energy return as you cleanse pollutants from your body and mind – all the smog, chemicals, distractions, light and sound interference of the city will be removed, allowing your mind to soar. Liberate your inner strength, cultivate your inner chi to a higher level, and develop a better insight into yourself and how you fit into this world. The structure of the days-long events is like a year's worth of training all at once, since the direct lessons and knowledge from the Grand Master gives you the ability to streamline your skills and become your best "you", and improve more quickly.
You will learn how to take energy from within in order to go beyond what you think you can do – what you believe you are limited to, based on your physical strength. Feel the pure joy of training on mountain edges, near waterfalls, and out in the beauty of nature, and appreciate the cleansing rush of vitality that comes over you as the days go on. As you meditate, you will learn how to push yourself to the limit – and learn much more about you in the process!
The price of the seminar includes training and accommodation, but please plan for your own travel arrangements and food for the duration of your stay. For more information, you can contact us by email or call us at 403-243-5433. And if you're already hooked, simply fill out the attached form and get ready to have one of the greatest self-discovery experiences of your entire life!
Kung Fu vs. Other Martial Arts
How is Kung Fu different from other Martial Arts?
When you hear the words "kung fu", your first thought might be about a series of movies featuring a fighting panda – but many people assume that kung fu is interchangeable with all the other fighting styles you hear about. While these styles are all related, the differences actually go much further than that!
Kung fu, as we think of it today, began more than 1,500 years ago in China as a method of training, in honour of the Buddha, designed to strengthen the connection between the body and the mind. To the monks who created it, this connection between the spirit and the physical body was the most important part of the entire practice, and they developed exercises over the years, decades, and centuries that enhanced this aspect – noticing the many health benefits in the process.
Focusing on meaningful actions that trained the body and the mind to work together, and to improve reactions and perception, the martial art of kung fu emerged over time, but that was only one expression of the discipline – and not even the main one, at that! The emphasis on unity and feeling "at one" with oneself was, and still is, the underlying goal, and following meditative physical techniques bridges that gap. As the fighting form developed, the organized system created many off-shoot versions as well, which you have more than likely heard of: tae kwon do, karate, jujitsu, judo, wing chun, and many others. That means that kung fu is the ancestor of all of these, which focused on and tweaked specific philosophies of movement and attacking/defending to form the new styles.
Kung fu, which can be roughly translated as "skill and art", is a term that describes a dedication to doing something to the very best of your ability. In fact, this doesn't even have to be fighting at all – if you engage your whole body and mind towards any art form, be it painting, writing, or anything else, you can confidently say that this, too, is kung fu. The self-defense version that most people envision with these words is, more specifically, "wushu kung fu", or "military skills and art". Beyond that, our training style is what's called "Moh Pai", a.k.a Shaolin Kempo – an ancient Eastern self-defense philosophy that has been tailored to a North American lifestyle. (One such change is the coloured belt system as you progress in skill, which in its original Chinese form is a new sash every ten years!)
So why is the fighting style still called "kung fu" if it has all these other aspects? Well, it comes down to the healthy mind/body connection and expression. You must use and practice with your body, and be well in control of it in order to have a strong spiritual connection to it. You must be able to defend it against harm, and that is where the self-defense comes in. It is hard to explain, but kung fu is even more so about being ready – physically and mentally – for every situation, than it is about actually fighting.
Our main goal at Kung Fu for Life is not to create fighters that can deal out excessive damage. It is to foster awareness of one's self, to improve the health of each of our students, and to individually work with them one-on-one so that they get a personalized path to success as they learn more about our techniques. We give our students confidence in every situation – not simply physical confrontations – because they know and trust themselves and their instincts. Even when things escalate, our primary ideal is to defend rather than attack, to protect ourselves rather than harm others. That is the true spirit of kung fu: to highlight how everything is connected and that we should all work towards being better, together.
When it comes to martial arts, there's no such thing as "the best": they are, after all, art forms, and those are always subjective, like a painting or a poem. As long as they are done safely and to the very best of one's ability, that is all that matters – and at Kung Fu for Life, that is what our tenets are based on.
If you are interested in learning more about our kung fu classes, don't be afraid to ask! You can contact us through our site or even visit our studio, conveniently located beside the 39 Ave C-Train station. We look forward to meeting you!
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BASF: Solid Earnings in 2009
At the company's Annual Press Conference in Ludwigshafen, Germany, BASF's Chairman Dr. Jürgen Hambrecht explained: "… Our strengths include a high free cash flow, which, as in previous years, significantly exceeded EUR 2 billion in 2008." At year end, 2008, BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, had an equity ratio of approximately 37%. The financial indebtedness of the BASF Group was EUR 14.5 billion with a liquidity of EUR 2.8 billion. Approximately 57% of financial indebtedness was long-term debt with a maturity of over one year. The company's medium to long-term debt financing is based on corporate bonds with a balanced maturity profile. Sales rose by 8% compared with 2007 to EUR 62.3 billion. This was primarily due to higher prices in all divisions. However, BASF was unable to pass on fully raw material prices, which were volatile and higher on average than in 2007. Income from operations (EBIT) before special items was on course for a new record up to the fourth quarter. At just under EUR 6.9 billion at the end of the year, however, it was 10% lower than the record amount posted in 2007. In 2008, BASF again earned a high premium of EUR 1.6 billion on its cost of capital, compared with EUR 2.9 billion in 2007.
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The T-Wolves have reached an agreement to send Chase Budinger to the Pacers in exchange for Damjan Rudez.
Budinger is entering the third year of a three-year, $15 million deal and had requested a trade because he had fallen in Minnesota's depth chart.
Rudez, who led last year's rookies in three-point field-goal percentage, will make just $1.2 million next season.
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The Indiana Pacers have reached an agreement to acquire forward Chase Budinger in a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, league sources told Yahoo Sports.
As part of the deal, Indiana will send forward Damjan Rudez to Minnesota, league sources told Yahoo Sports.
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2019-05-31 - After eager anticipation from fans and critics, Bay Area thrash legends DEATH ANGEL have finally released their new album, Humanicide, today with Nuclear Blast Records. The record comes on the heels of the band's recent North American tour with OVERKILL and just days before the band heads to Europe for a summer long jaunt performing shows and at festivals.
Order »Humanicide« in various formats, here: https://www.nuclearblast.com/deathangel-humanicide
To coincide with today's release, DEATH ANGEL has revealed a new music video for their vicious thrash attack single, "I Came For Blood." Watch it now at https://youtu.be/BNuliOVJ8O8
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Read what critics are saying about Humanicide:
"This has relentless energy, punch tunes and the usual spotless musicianship"
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"Melodic yet powerful, raw yet technical, deep yet aggressive, Humanicide is undoubtedly the most live-oriented album in Death Angel's career"
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2020-10-09 17:00 - DEATH ANGEL have surprised fans today with a remarkably unique rendition of rock legends QUEEN & DAVID BOWIE's iconic song "Under Pressure"! Details
DEATH ANGEL - reveals new music video!
2019-11-21 17:00 - DEATH ANGEL reveals new music video for 'Immortal Behated' + nominated for Grammy in 'Best Metal Performance' category for "Humanicide"! Details
TESTAMENT, EXODUS & DEATH ANGEL - Tour 2020!
2019-07-29 18:00 - Three legendary pioneers of the genre have announced that they will be touring the continent throughout February and March next spring Details
DEATH ANGEL - ninth album trailer!
2019-06-14 19:00 - Today DEATH ANGEL has revealed a new album trailer in which guitarist Ted Aguilar discusses his first song for a DEATH ANGEL album in new trailer for »Humanicide«! Details
DEATH ANGEL - discuss standout tracks!
2019-06-05 19:00 - The band has debuted a new trailer for »Humanicide« in which lead vocalist Mark Osegueda discusses some of the record's standout tracks. Details
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2019-05-22 18:00 - Today, legendary California thrash metal band DEATH ANGEL gives fans a look into the record's lyrical content in a brand new trailer. Details
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2019-05-07 17:30 - Today, guitarists Rob Cavestany and Ted Aguilar have teamed up with GuitarWorld.com to debut a playthrough video for their latest single "The Pack." Details
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2019-05-02 17:00 - Legendary masters of thrash DEATH ANGEL will release their long-awaited 9th full-length album, »Humanicide«, on May 31st with Nuclear Blast Records. Details
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2019-04-26 17:00 - California thrash metal legends DEATH ANGEL have unleashed a snarling new song today called "The Pack" from the band's long-awaited 9th full-length album, Humanicide. Details
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Messi boost for Barca as Real injuries mount
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MADRID - La Liga leaders Barcelona were buoyed by the news on Thursday that Lionel Messi should be fit to face Villarreal on Saturday while rivals Real Madrid have a mountain of absentees after the international break.
Messi, La Liga's joint top scorer this season, is level on 27 goals with Real's Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo who is still recovering from a muscle problem, and could edge ahead when they face third-placed Villarreal.
The World Player of the Year pulled out of Argentina's friendly against Costa Rica on Tuesday as a precaution but tests on the adductor muscle in his right leg on Thursday showed there was no muscle damage.
"I have spoken to Messi and his feelings are positive," reserve goalkeeper Jose Manuel Pinto said at a news conference.
"He is feeling good despite the minor problems he is suffering. We all know Messi and his competitive spirit but the most important thing is his health. He is the one who best knows himself and he will know if he is able to play," he added.
The prolific Messi's presence will be crucial against Villarreal as Barca seek to preserve their five-point lead over Real, whom they play at the Bernabeu in just over two weeks.
That game will be the first of at least two, and potentially four, meetings between the great rivals, who clash in the final of the King's Cup on April 20 and could meet home and away in the Champions League semi-finals at the end of April and beginning of May.
With nine matches left, Barca have 78 points, Real have 73 and Villarreal are on 54, level with fourth-placed Valencia but ahead thanks to a superior goal difference. Valencia play at Getafe on Saturday.
Real coach Jose Mourinho may have to make significant adjustments to his team for Saturday's game at home to Sporting Gijon after the club were hit by what is known in Spain as the "FIFA virus".
In-form France striker Karim Benzema and Brazil full-back Marcelo returned from international duty nursing injuries, a further headache for Mourinho ahead of Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg at home to Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur.
Brazil playmaker Kaka is yet to return after hurting the left knee that was operated on after the 2010 World Cup, while central midfielder Xabi Alonso is suspended for the Gijon match due to accumulation of yellow cards.
Benzema's absence would be a severe blow, although his strike partner Gonzalo Higuain has resumed training and may make his return following back surgery at the start of the year.
If Benzema and Higuain are unavailable, the goal-scoring onus will likely fall on striker Emmanuel Adebayor, on loan from Premier League club Manchester City.
"We have nine games to go, we have to win all those games to start dreaming of the title," Adebayor told Real Madrid Television on Thursday.
At the other end of the table, bottom side Hercules can improve their chances of avoiding relegation with a win at fellow promoted club Real Sociedad on Sunday.
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Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the U.S., affecting one in four people. In Tennessee there are an estimated 1.5 million adults and about 6,000 children who suffer with some form of arthritis. Joint inflammation that causes pain and stiffness can affect anyone at any point in their lives, not just as adults age. There are over 100 forms of arthritis, but the most prevalent is osteoarthritis that typically occurs from overuse of a joint or a sports injury. It's seen a lot in athletes as well as military veterans.
The Arthritis Foundation strives to find a cure but also change the mindset of people to say that arthritis isn't acceptable. "Folks just assume it's an old person's disease," said Michelle Dooner, West Tennessee executive director of the Arthritis Foundation. "I've met a lot of children who have arthritis under the age of 10. As a parent I can't imagine my 2-year-old having pain trying to learn to walk or climb and not knowing how to help them. It's difficult to diagnose a child with arthritis but we want to make the pediatric community more aware."
Some of the things the Arthritis Foundation does for children with arthritis includes raising money to send them to a camp outside Nashville called Camp AcheAway. It's an opportunity for them to spend a week away from home with other children who also suffer with various forms of arthritis. Newly diagnosed children also receive a JA Power Pack, a free kit of youth-geared information, as well as a teddy bear filled with rice that can be heated or cooled and used for relief when the child has a flare-up.
Arthritis Foundation serves those with arthritis in a number of ways, including providing resources that can help individuals live a more pain-free life between their doctor's visits. It also provides free educational events to help patients better understand how to make the most of a visit with their rheumatologist. The foundation works with human resources and workplace safety professionals in various companies throughout the city to educate them on the impact of arthritis in the workplace.
The foundation also invests in research. That includes a grant-funded researcher in Memphis who is doing a study on early detection of osteoarthritis. "That's a feather in our cap to say stuff we're doing here in Memphis could impact veterans and athletes across the country," Dooner said. "An investment in research is really key. Whether it's research conducted in Seattle or California, the end result will benefit people across the country."
There are a variety of ways the community can help fund the research and efforts of the foundation to provide education and support to those suffering with arthritis in the community. The Jingle Bell Run is held Nov. 17 at Overton Square, and early registration with special pricing is now available at JBR.org/Memphis. Patients and caregivers can find information, as well as make a donation, at arthritis.org/Tennessee. For more information about efforts to help children with arthritis, go to kidsgetarthritistoo.org. And you also can contact the local office at 901-341-4145.
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Chaffey College Chino Community Center is a banquet hall wedding venue located in Chino, California. This banquet hall wedding venue offers an elegant and sophisticated environment for you to celebrate with your friends and family. Chaffey College Chino Community Center is happy to host all kinds of special events including engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, wedding ceremonies, receptions, and much more.
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Chaffey College Chino Community Center offers a unique mission-style hall for weddings and other special life events. This wedding venue features gold flourishes, high ceilings, dark wood and window walls that all add to the general ambiance of your special event. Chaffey College Chino Community Center allows you to transform and customize the space to fit your personal theme, style, and preferences so that your vision for your wedding celebration can come to life. The contemporary hall is a lovely place to gather for a beautiful ceremony and a night full of dinner and dancing with friends and family. The main banquet room can accommodate parties with up to 345 guests but can also be divided into smaller sections for more intimate events. Additionally, Chaffey College Chino Community Center is fully equipped with lighting and sound systems that will add to the unique environment of your special day. Additionally, this banquet hall has a large dance floor, drapery, and decor options for you to choose from. Outside the banquet hall you'll find a lovely garden which is where many couples have chosen to exchange their vows.
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Chaffey College Chino Community Center offers a wide range of services that will enhance the planning process of your wedding and also the big day itself. There is an event planner and coordinator on-site that is happy to help you create an event of your dreams while also remaining conscious of your budget. There are all-inclusive packages available which can also be customized based on your unique needs. The team at Chaffey College Chino Community Center will handle the set up and clean up of all the tables, chairs, and linens needed for your big day on your behalf.
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IVETTE VALLE GUZMAN · Married on 08/09/2019
Little hidden gem
Much thanks to Rita - the coordinator at this venue. From day 1 she was patient, kind, and flexible with us. She always followed up with us and reminded us of what else we needed.Sent on 08/13/2019
This venue has a very artistic ceiling, a beautiful remodeled court-yard, its a hidden gem in the city. It definitely did not feel like we were in the city during the reception time. They have their own vendor for bar/drinks, they all work with you to ensure your event is perfect! I can't thank Rita enough for all that she did for us. We loved the set up and decor. You can contract your own vendors or use their preferred vendors. Thank you!
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Annette Boyack · Married on 11/03/2018
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Rita is great to work with she is quick with emails responses and returns phone calls right away. I emailed her a little after 8pm one night and within 15 minutes she responded back to me. She works with you and makes sure your vision comes to life. She's very passionate about her job and it shows through her work. She's also great at giving ideas and showing pictures of past events but doesn't pressure you to do what others have done. From planning, ceremony, reception and even the clean up after Rita was there helping anyway she could.Sent on 11/11/2018
Madalyn Morris-Huerta · Married on 10/21/2018
There could not have been a more perfect venue for our special day!
I just recently had my wedding at the Chaffey College Chino Community Center and have to say it was as perfect as perfect can get. My husband and I currently live in Northern California but wanted to have a wedding in Southern California to be closer to our friends and family. Planning a wedding with all the intricacies from a distance was definitely made easy by the flexibility, professionalism, and information provided by the team at Chaffey College Chino Community Center. So much so, in that I placed a deposit on the venue before seeing it in person- it was that perfect and I was that confident in this venue.Sent on 10/31/2018
Working with the venue staff: Working with Rita, our wedding coordinator through this venue, was amazing. She was extremely helpful and professional every step of the planning process. Rita was very communicative and provided helpful advise as we were planning. She was very flexible with any changes that were made throughout the planning process ( A year and a few months). She helped us to remember small details while also not loosing focus on the bigger picture. Rita is also able to help make recommendations for various wedding vendors who have had experience in working in this space before. My Officiant, Photographer, and Caterer all provided wedding services for this venue before. This greatly contributed to my wedding running smoothly. My wedding day would not have been nearly as magnificent if we did not have the expertise of this venues team.
The Venue: What drew my husband and I to this venue was that amount of flexibility in making it our own. This is certainly not a "staged/ cookie cutter venue" where every event hosted here looks and feels the same. This venue is very versatile in that is provides a great foundation and that can really adapt for each couples' style or theme. I especially adore the huge wooden double doors that stand as a focal point for the venue.
Overall, I highly recommend Chaffey College Chino Community Center. I would encourage you to attend an Open House hosted by the venue where you can meet with Rita, tour the venue, and get acquainted with quality vendors. There could not have been a more perfect venue for our special day!
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The Chaffey College Chino Community Center is a fantastic venue to hold events. We love catering events there and working with Rita. The venue itself is warm and inviting and the outdoor area for ceremonies is beautiful. Rita is spectacular to work with, very accommodating and friendly. She's one of our favorite coordinators.
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Seattle's Denny Substation earns award for urban substation design
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Industry judges select Denny as among the 'Best of the Best Projects'
HAILEY, Idaho (Feb. 3, 2020) ‒ Industry judges have selected Seattle City Light's Denny Substation project as one of the 20 winners of Engineering News Record's annual Best of the Best Projects competition.
ENR will announce three of the winning projects later as finalists for Project of the Year. One project will take home the top honor, which will be revealed alongside profiles of all 20 winning projects in the pages of ENR's national March 23 issue.
Last spring, POWER Engineers, Incorporated (POWER) and other teams submitted a total of 918 projects into 20 categories to one of ENR's 10 regional Best Projects competitions. City Light's Denny Substation won the Northwest's Best Project Award in the Energy-Industrial category. Those 200 winning regional projects then automatically moved on to be judged among the other regional winners by a new, national jury.
POWER served as the program manager for Denny Substation's consultant team and oversaw the electrical design. POWER provided the essential services that City Light needed to deliver a unique, community-friendly and successful project.
Seattle City Light used state-of-the-art technology, skilled and diverse engineering and especially a community-focused public involvement program to deliver the new high-voltage substation that is compatible with its densely populated neighborhood. Denny's double-cantilever walls shimmer in the sunlight and its translucent glass panels emit a soft glow when illuminated at night. The substation uniquely celebrates its location and provides spaces for people to not only view the workings of the substation but to meet, play, eat and enjoy outdoor art.
POWER's services included preliminary and detailed design of substation, transmission and distribution electrical systems. POWER also provided advanced substation automation design using modern communication networking, security and messaging protocols. Other services included electrical system studies and construction support.
Constructing the substation presented demanding technical and design puzzles because a lot of equipment and functions had to go into a relatively limited space that didn't allow for a typical open-air insulated substation. Initial equipment includes four bays of 115 kV gas-insulated switchgear, three 115-13.8 kV power transformers, a 115 kV line inductor with integrated GIS, a 13.8 kV switchgear building with 72 interrupter positions, four 13.8 kV capacitor banks and three 13.8 kV grounding banks.
About POWER Engineers: POWER Engineers is a global consulting engineering firm specializing in the delivery of integrated solutions for energy, food and beverage facilities, environmental and federal markets. POWER Engineers offers complete multidiscipline engineering and program management services. Founded in 1976, it is an employee-owned company with 47 offices and more than 2,600 employees throughout the United States and abroad.


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A young and upcoming actor from the Dominican Republic, Alexander Pimentel, is set to star alongside Tom Hanks in a new staging of Shakespeare's Henry IV.
Alexander has previously performed in the world premiere of The Madres at The Skylight Theater Company, and took the lead role in a new musical Havana Music Hall. He has also played Gabe in Next to Normal, Hal in Henry IV, and Fabrizio in La luz en la Piazza.
He is a graduate of Westminster Choir College and has a Master of Arts from the Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts in London.
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Introducing a New Approach to Labor Mobility
Today we launch the working group's final report, "Labor Mobility Partnerships: Expanding Opportunity with a Globally Mobile Workforce," answering these questions.
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Today we launch the working group's final report, "Labor Mobility Partnerships: Expanding Opportunity with a Globally Mobile Workforce," answering these questions.
Current migration systems encourage migrants to take on debt and service providers to behave poorly, undermining the development impact of labor mobility. We propose a Migrant Welfare Fund that partners with impact investors to pay service providers for outcomes in connecting migrants to jobs, creating a rights-respecting and self-financing system.
This blog post is part of a series called Let's Talk Development, originally published by the World Bank here. The series includes contributions from external bloggers and reflects their views.
On World Refugee Day this year, we are excited to note recent successes—in particular, the expansion of formal labor market access (FLMA) for refugees.
Richer countries are under pressure to respond to and suppress high levels of irregular migration reaching their borders. One prominent recommendation is for richer countries to expand opportunities for lawful or regular migration. Suppose they do. Will more regular migration simply raise migration overall, or will it substitute for and reduce irregular migration?
An increasingly common justification for European development assistance to Africa is the notion that it will reduce migration from the South. While this sounds intuitive and makes for an appealing argument, the research shows that it is highly unlikely. As communities become less poor, more people gain the abilities and wherewithal to undertake an expensive journey to a better life elsewhere. Development often increases migration—at least initially.
One of the mysteries of development economics is why more people in subsistence agriculture don't migrate to cities where incomes are much, much higher. New data suggests one answer: when they move, their incomes may not go up as much as we thought.
Michael Clemens released a groundbreaking (pun intended) new CGD working paper today titled The Effect of Foreign Labor on Native Employment: A Job-Specific Approach and Application to North Carolina Farms. Too busy to wade through the research methodology?
Richard B. Freeman from Harvard University and NBER Centre for Economic Performance, London School of Economics gave a presentation on the expanding global workforce on November 8.


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Sharp MX-2615N A3 Color Laser Multifunction Printer
The Sharp MX-2615N Color Multifunction Printer is designed to deliver amazing image quality and consistent day-to-day performance while being affordable. Its features include a standard PCL 6 compatible printing language, a high-resolution touch-screen color display with graphical user navigation for easy operation, and a total paper capacity of up to 3,100 sheets. The Sharp MX-2615N also comes with Sharp's advanced device management tools which make it simple for businesses to control system access, color usage and costs.
The Sharp MX-2615N prints up to 26 pages per minute at up to 600 x 600 dpi printing resolution. It can print on media with sizes up to 11" x 17" inches or A3 paper sizes. It has a standard paper input capacity of 1,100 sheets, which can be expanded up to 3,100 sheets.
|Machine type
|Floor Standing Multifunction Printer
|Black, Color
|Base configuration
|Copy, Print, Scan, 2 Trays, Cabinet
|Standard functions
|Copy, Print, Scan, Network Print & Scan, Document Filing
|Optional functions
|Fax, Feeder, Finisher
|Print speed
|up to 26 pages per minute
|Print resolution
|up to 600 x 600 dpi
|Paper sizes
|11" x 17", 17" x 11" / A3 (Tabloid, Ledger)
8.5" x 14", 8.5" x 11" / A4 (Legal, Letter)
|Paper input trays
|Trays 1-2: 500 sheets each
Bypass tray: 100 sheets
|Paper input capacity (std. / max. with options)
|1,100 sheets / 3,100 sheets
|Dimensions (WxDxH)
|24" x 25" x 33"
|Electrical requirements
|AC 100-127 VAC, 60 HZ, 12 Amps
|Related products
|Sharp MX-3115N
What's Included
- Sharp MX-2615N
- Average 30% consumables
- Power cord
Accessories / Supplies* Contact us for pricing and availability.
|Feeding options
|MX-DE12 Stand/1 x 500 Sheet Paper Drawer
MX-DE13 Stand/2 x 500 Sheet Paper Drawer
MX-DE14 Stand/3 x 500 Sheet Paper Drawer
MX-DE20 Stand/500 + 2,000 Sheet Tandem Paper Drawer
MX-LT10 Long Paper Feeding Tray
|Finishing options
|MX-FN17 Finisher
MX-PN11B 3 Hole Punch Unit (Requires MX-FN17)
MX-TR13N Exit Tray Unit
|Internal options
|MX-PK11 PostScript 3 Kit
MX-PUX1 XPS Expansion Kit
MX-FX11 Fax Expansion Kit
MX-FWX1 Internet Fax Kit
MX-PF10 Bar Code Font Kit
MX-AMX1 Application Integration Module
MX-AMX2 Application Communication Module
MX-AMX3 External Accounting Module
MX-FR40U Commercial Data Security Kit
MX-KB14N Keyboard
|MX-36NTBA Black Toner Cartridge
MX-36NTCA Cyan Toner Cartridge
MX-36NTMA Magenta Toner Cartridge
MX-36NTYA Yellow Toner Cartridge
MX-36NVBA Black Developer
MX-36NVSA Cyan/Magenta/Yellow Developer
MX-36NRSA Drum
MX-230HB Toner Collection Container
Warranty30-Day Parts Warranty
Warranty Policy
- Standard Shipping: $ 300.00
- Handling Time: 3-5 business days
- Delivery: 5-7 business days
* Free warehouse pickup is available for those in the Corona, CA area.


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Family, friends and colleagues of a former licensee raised £1,400 celebrating her life.
Three charities have benefited from the cash collected in memory of Joan Dalton, who ran Whale Hill Social Club for five years.
Mrs Dalton, 60, of Eston, died last August, just months after surgery to remove her gall bladder. St Hilda's Church and James Cook University Hospital's Chapel of Rest received £100, with the Great North Air Ambulance getting £1,200.
Friend Paul Temke said: "It was a happy event - what Joan would have wanted."


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Complete Baseband Processing Solutions
With more than two decades of commercial experience, ArrayComm has a proven reputation of bringing complete base station products and systems to the market on a variety of air interfaces. This unique combination of expertise and experience provides the foundation for our BasePort™ line of complete 4G& 5G PHY products.
BasePort products deliver all of the baseband PHY processing software needed for implementation on a target hardware platform, integrated seamlessly with layer 2/3 protocol stack for superior performance. ArrayComm's commercial experience working with most SoC/processor platforms ensures a smooth integration process.
Development teams are being asked to do more with less. At the same time, investment in new platforms is needed for ORAN and white box solutions for 4G & 5G wireless broadband networks. ArrayComm delivers fully validated, commercial-ready BasePort PHY software pre-integrated with remote radio units and layer 2/3 protocol stack for all tiers of 4G & 5G base stations with all layer split options. This enables equipment suppliers to keep pace with the breadth of market demands with high-performance products.
BasePort™ — A Scalable PHY Software Package for SoC or Multi-core General Purpose Processor Platforms
- Flexibility: Support full commercial capability in a PHY module.
- Portability: Can be ported to all major DSP/CPU/SoC platforms.
- Scalability:
- 8 antennas, 20 MHz BW, 4 MIMO layers, multiple sectors, etc. for LTE.
- Various numerologies, 100MHz-400MHz BW, multiple sectors, etc. for 5G.
- Customization: Comprehensive OEM/ODM custom integration and support services through OTA interoperability testing
4G Product Overview
ArrayComm's 4G PHY products are the world leading LTE PHY and have been commercially deployed to tier-1 operators' commercial live network.
With the completion of feature development and performance verification of LTE, LTE-A, Cat-M and NB-IoT, 4G PHY products include but not limited to 256QAM, Carrier Aggregation, and Enhanced UL/DL MIMO (UL MU-MIMO, DL TM7/8/9).
- 3GPP Releases 15 Compliant LTE PHY Reference Link
- FAPI Compliant
- Entirely software defined and enabling flexibility, portability and scalability
- Optimized for low memory, and low processing latency
- Innovative algorithms such as Downlink Beamforming, Uplink/Downlink Active Interference Cancellation (AIC) Receivers, High Speed Train(HST) Receivers and RF Calibration.
- Test environment support
LTE/LTE-A PHY Product
- Duplex Mode & Band Width: both FDD and TDD, full Bandwidth
- Antenna Capability: up to 8 antennas
- Carrier Aggregation: both DL CA and UL CA, Intra-band or Inter-band CA, up to 5 Carriers Aggregation
- Receiver Algorithm: MRC, IRC, UL Active Interference Cancellation, and High speed mode
Cat-M PHY Product
- Duplex Mode & Band Width: FDD, full bandwidth
- Antenna Capability: 2T2R for Cat-M, Maximum 2T2R when Legacy + Cat-M Mixed
- Retuning: Guard period for narrowband retuning
- Channels: Newly added channel MPDCCH
- Coverage Enhance: CE Mode A, CE Level 0/1, and Repetition
NB-IoT PHY Product
- Duplex Mode & Band Width: type B half duplex FDD, full bandwidth
- Antenna Capability: 2T2R for NB-IoT, Maximum 2T2R when Legacy + Cat-M + NB-IOT Mixed
- Operating Mode: In-band mode
- Channels & Signals: Full Channels & Signals: NPSS, NSSS, NPBCH, NPDCCH, NPDSCH, NRS, NPRACH, NPUSCH Format1, NPUSCH Format2, and NDMRS
- Coverage Enhance: CE Level 0/1/2, and Repetition
5G Product Overview
With the completion of functions development and performance verification, 5G PHY includes but not limited to the following features:
- 3GPP Releases 15 Compliant PHY Reference Link
- Both TDD and FDD
- 100MHz-400MHz
- FR1 (sub-6 GHz)
- FR2 (mmW, millimeter wave)
- Carrier Aggregation: Up to 8 Carriers
- Dynamic numerology
- Dynamic frame structure
- Mini-slot (for URLLC)
- MIMO (codebook beamforming)
- …
Our 5G PHY product has been tested by leading operators and will be deployed on commercial network in second half of 2019.
- Duplex Mode & Frame Structure:
- Support different duplex modes
- Support for both FDD and TDD (various slot configuration for TDD)
- Numerologies & Band Width:
- Support sub-6GHz and mmW (millimeter wave)
- Support dynamic numerology
- Support bandwidth from 100MHz ~ 400MHz
- Carrier Aggregation:Support both DL CA and UL CA, Intra-band or Inter-band CA, support up to 8 Carriers Aggregation
- URLLC:Support mini-slot
- Standard compliant: Support 3GPP Release 15 standards and going on with forthcoming release standards


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- The Infiniti Prototype 9 concept reimagines the 1940s grand prix racer.
- Its prototype electric drivetrain offers a glimpse at Nissan's future EV tech.
- The car will be on display at 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in Monterey, California.
Every wonder how cool it would be to stumble upon a treasure trove of lost race cars hidden away in a dusty barn like a time capsule from a bygone era?
I certainly have.
And as it turns out, so have the folks at Nissan and Infiniti.
Incredibly, the Japanese automaker and its Hong Kong-based premium subsidiary have built a concept car called the Infiniti Prototype 9 that reimagines the 1940s grand prix racer.
"We discussed the idea of 'chancing' upon an unrecognised race car, hidden away for decades in a barn, deep in the Japanese countryside," Infiniti senior vice president of global design, Alfonso Albaisa, said in a statement. "We wanted to explore what this looked like, what it would have been made of."
The Prototype 9 is the perfect amalgam of old world charm and state-of-the-art technology.
"Open-wheeled racers of the age were beautiful machines, elegant and powerful and with a wonderful purity of purpose," Albaisa said. "It's an automotive fantasy, but the notion captured our imaginations enough to put pencil to paper."
The long slender body is reminiscent of the front-engined Grand Prix racers of the late 1940s and early 1950s. However, designers have managed to also incorporate signature Infiniti styling elements like the"double-arch" front grille and "shark gills" behind the front wheels.
The Prototype 9 was built on a steel ladder frame with steel body panels hand shaped by Takumi, Nissan's master artisans who are famous for hand-building engines destined for its GT-R sports car.
However, what lurks under the Prototype 9's hood is anything but old school. For propulsion, Infiniti turned to Nissan's Advanced Powertrain Department who volunteered its latest all-electric drive unit.
This includes a 30 kWh high-voltage battery paired with a prototype electric motor that the company says has not yet been featured on any production vehicle. (This is perhaps a hint at the new Nissan LEAF powertrain.)
In total, the electric motor produces 148 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque while driving the rear wheels through a single-speed transmission. According to Nissan, the Prototype 9 can hit 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 105.6 mph.
The striking concept car will be on display at the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in Monterey, California August 20.
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McKenlee is a 7 year old girl who was diagnosed with epilepsy three years ago. She has gran mal, absence and myclonic seizuwhich has increased in length and more frequent despite medication. We have researched service dogs and are amazed at the ability to keep one safe and protect during seizure. This would allow the family to have a little comfort and peace especially during the night. Help us meet our goel to purchase a service dog for McKenlee and allow her the furture she dreams about.


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B2Gold, a Canadian public gold-mining company based in Vancouver, British Columbia, will consider buying an idled Zimbabwean gold mine, if it can be exempted from a law that requires producers to sell all the metal to the country's central bank.
Securing an exemption may open the way for further investment by gold producers in the country, where a number of companies have closed mines because of the sales requirements and Zimbabwe's economic crisis.
An anonymous source said if a transaction with owner Metallon is concluded, B2Gold will invest $150 million to $200 million developing the Shamva gold mine.
The Vancouver-based company will pay about a third of the book value for the mine, which was last assessed at about $167 million seven years ago.
The purchase would be an unusual investment in Zimbabwe's struggling gold sector, with the two biggest producers, Metallon and RioZim, suing the central bank over its payment arrangements.
By law, gold miners in the country must sell their gold to a unit of the central bank, which then pays them back partly in dollars and partly in a local quasi-currency that cannot be traded outside Zimbabwe. Both companies have sued the central bank over the currency they are remunerated in and over late payments.
A large portion of Zimbabwe's gold is produced by artisanal miners and much of it is smuggled out the country. The country is in the midst of an economic crisis with shortages of fuel, medicine and foreign currency being commonplace.
B2Gold officials have visited Zimbabwe several times in a bid to conclude the sale.


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How to Bleed Brakes like a Pro
As one of the most important aspects of your vehicle, your brakes need special care from time to time, and one of those tasks that comes along every now and then is bleeding the brakes. Along with regularly scheduled maintenance, bleeding your brakes can help increase their performance and longevity.
To teach you how to bleed brakes the right away, the experts at Courtesy Nissan are here to help. Our guide below shows you step-by-step directions on what to do, making it ideal for drivers in the Garland, Addison, Plano, and Richardson areas!
Bleed Your Brakes in 10 Steps
When your brake pedal is feeling a bit squishy, one possible reason is that air has built up in your brake lines. If this is the case, bleeding your brakes can make a huge difference, but first, you'll have to decide: Do you want to tackle the job yourself, or have it done by a professional at your local dealership? While the latter might be appealing to those with less time on their hands, others might be curious: How do you bleed brakes from home?
To get started on the task, you'll want to gather a few essential tools first: a brake bleeder wrench (or a combination wrench that fits your nozzle), brake fluid, a glass jar, and a buddy to help. Once you have all that together, you're good to go!
Now, to remove the air, follow these steps:
1. Find the brake bleeder screw; this should be located behind each of your brakes, and will be easier to spot if you jack up your car.
2. Loosen this screw with a wrench of the correct size. Using a bleeder wrench is generally best, as it will not break the screw.
3. Place a piece of hose over the bleeder screw and connect it to the jar, then fill the jar with brake fluid. If you don't have a hose, make sure to keep the jar close to the opening to catch any fluid that may come out.
4. Have your buddy slowly pump the brake pedal. Be extra careful if your car is jacked up!
5. Open the bleeder screw to let out any brake fluid. If there's air present, you should be able to see little bubbles in your jar, though it may be difficult to see if not using a hose.
6. While your friend is pressing down on the brake pedal, tighten the screw back to normal.
7. Repeat steps four through six until no more air bubbles come out.
8. Open your master cylinder and add more brake fluid until you reach the Full line. This step is important, as not doing this can result in the fluid draining out, consequently drawing air back into the lines.
9. Repeat this process on the rest of your brakes until there's no more air in the lines. Don't forget to add brake fluid to your master cylinder after each one is complete.
10. Drive around the block to test your brakes. If your pedal is still feeling spongy, repeat these steps until it feels normal.
Skip the Work: Come to Courtesy Nissan
There you have it: a step-by-step guide on how to bleed brakes! If you realize you're missing some of the tools, or simply decide that you'd rather have the work done by professionals, our authorized service center is happy to take care of it.
Schedule an appointment today, and we'll fix your brakes in no time without you ever needing to lift a finger. We proudly serve customers in the Garland, Addison, Plano, and Richardson areas, so visit us today!


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- 3.6 m
- Price
- £14,813
- Beam
- 1.8 m
- Tax Status
- Tax Unpaid
- Boat Type
- Power
- Year
- 2020
- RB Ref
- Location
- London
- Country
- United Kingdom
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About this Walker Bay Generation DLX 360
Featuring a wide-body design and high quality features, the Walker Bay Generation 360 luxury tender exudes comfort and style. It is easy to embark and disembark due to the interior layout and ample storage keeps the cockpit free and clear. A storage hatch opens up underneath the pilot seat allowing access to the stern storage compartment.
All Walker Bay products are built using the finest materials available, designed to be incredibly durable and built to perform on the water. Throughout the design and fabrication process every detail is considered and carefully engineered. Whether you are using these boats as luxury tenders or RIBs to explore and enjoy days out, you can feel confident that you own a thoroughly premium rigid inflatable boat. Walker Bay's Spider Stringer Grid construction absorbs the impact from wave chop, makes the hull stronger and lighter, and provides permanent positive flotation without increasing the overall boat weight. The stringer manufacturing system allows for a more even integrated distribution load through the hull giving it extra strength when the boat is lifted. The stringer grid also connects to the transom for better transfer of power from the engine to the hull and improved planning and performance in rough conditions. Walker Bay is proud to offer ORCA® CSM fabric. ORCA® CSM is the most resilient tube fabric available and is engineered to withstand high UV exposure in tropical climates. Walker Bay guarantees their ORCA CSM tubes for 10 years, the longest warranty in the industry. Walker Bay exceeds all safety and construction standards of the United States Coast Guards, National Marine Manufacture Association, American Boat and Yacht Council, International Standards Organisation and European Conformity. Featuring a wide-body design and high quality features, the Walker Bay Generation 360 luxury tender exudes comfort and style. It is easy to embark and disembark due to the interior layout and ample storage keeps the cockpit free and clear. A storage hatch opens up underneath the pilot seat allowing access to the stern storage compartment. Heavy-duty, high-density cushions provide exceptionally comfortable seating and a teak pattern Seadek inlay has been added to both the bow step and the pilot seat boarding step. The L-shaped seating is perfect for passengers and for reclining on a sunny day. The extra deep V-hull is ideal for cutting through water. In addition, the customised gas tank fits in the bow section of the keel, moving weight forward in the boat to further reduce the impact of any chop and contribute to early planing. As the these boats propel forward, the concave chines deflect the water down, reducing spray and increasing hull traction for aggressive manoeuvring. The stern of the hull, meanwhile, flattens out to facilitate planing at low speeds. Above the water, the sloping design of the bow step pushes the boat down at the front while the downward curve of the stern lifts the tail to increase stability and handling. The Generation line of luxury yacht tenders is available in three colour accent options; Classic Gray, Carbon Black and Ocean Blue. The price quoted is for the base boat with tubes and upholstery in white with Military Grey accents, without an engine. This boat's specification may be increased by selecting additional options. This boat is available with a wide range of combustion and electric outboard engine options to suit your needs. Specifications • LOA - 3.63m • Beam - 183cm • Tube Diameter - 48cm • Internal Length - 218cm • Internal Beam - 84cm • Chambers - 3 • Max Passengers - 5 • Max Load - 599Kg • Boat Weight - 220Kg • Max Power - 40Hp/30kW • Recommended Power - 40Hp/30kW • Max Recommended Speed - 29kt • Tank Size - 42L Standard Features • ORCA CSM tubes and upholstery in white with Military Grey accents • Spacious open cockpit design • Ergonomic console • Smoked windscreen • Bow and stern steps with teak pattern EVA inlay in Grey • L-shaped bow bench seat/sun bed • Stern high back bench seat • Ample integrated dry storage • Push button hydraulic stern storage hatch • Electric bilge pump • Built-in fuel tank • Stainless steel hand rails and pop-up cleats • Stainless steel bow eye and double stern towing eyes • Removable 360 degree white pole light • Led navigation lights • Heavy duty rub rail • Ergonomic hauling handles • 2 Cup holders • 3 Davit lifting points Optional Features • ORCA CSM tubes and upholstery in white with Carbon Black or Ocean Blue accents • SeaDek Floor in Grey • LED Courtesy lights • Sunbrella Boat Cover - A boat cover is strongly recommended as it will protect your tube and prolong the lifespan of your boat.
Conditions of Sale Net price for base boat ex works; also excluding freight and/or delivery charges, importation and/or customs duties if applicable, VAT and/or sales taxes of the particular country of end sale. Price of boat based in GBP. Can be quoted in other currencies including EUR on request.
The Company offer the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
In order to best assist you we may need to discuss your needs with the manufacturer of your chosen product. By enquiring, you consent to your data being passed to such an organisation who you should contact directly regarding any GPDR or data handling queries.
All Vessels, Engines and Goods sold by Grosvenor Yachts Ltd are bought by a Customer strictly in accordance with the Conditions of Sale of the Company. These can be found at on the Company's website.
Please note our Return and Order Cancellation Policy which can be found on the Grosvenor Yachts website.
Contact Information Please contact our specialists at Grosvenor Yachts for more information about this boat. E firstname.lastname@example.com
Grosvenor Yachts Ltd. We sell both new and high quality used motor boats, yachts and tenders, along with a wide range of new outboard engines. For more information about us, the brands we represent and our current listings, please visit our website at grosvenoryachts.com
Grosvenor Yachts has two offices that are open from 9:00am to 5:30pm on Monday to Friday. One in central London and the other located at Falmouth in Cornwall. Our London office address is Michelin House, 81 Fulham Road, London, SW3 6RD and our Falmouth address is PO Box 343, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 9EA.
We would like to ensure that you do not waste a journey, so please contact us before travelling to either of our offices in order to make certain that the relevant person is available.
We are proud to be members of the British Marine Federation and are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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|Hull Type
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When you're creating your business website, you would always be looking to add different support channels to your website. You need to keep in mind that the more the number of support channels which are available on your website, the higher would be the conversion rate. The problem is that most of the people ignore the most important support channels. Rather than just providing with the email support as well as phone support, it is a much better idea to provide live chat support as well. There are plenty of reasons why you should opt for live chat support. We would today share with you some of these reasons.
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With the help of live chat support, your customers would be able to communicate with you instantly. This would ensure that you are able to solve their queries directly when they are present on the website. This would significantly increase the probability of increasing the conversion as well.
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Whenever the customer is having a question, you would be able to answer that round-the-clock as well. This would certainly increase the credibility of your website.
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With the help of live chat, you would be able to alert them about promotions as well as discounts which are available on your website. This would again mean that you are able to easily increase the conversion rate of your website as well. You need to understand that when they know about the discounts as well as promotional offers, it would be much easier for them to buy the product or service which they are looking for.
Handling complaints in a much better way:
When any customer has complaintsabout your business, rather than posting online, they would be able to contact you through your website. This would ensure that you are able to control the damage as well. As long as you are able to handle the complaint of the customer right then and there, you would not have to worry about bad publicity online. You need to also understand that you have to follow up on the complaints after you are able to receive it on the chat. This would keep the customers pacified as well.
Thus, these are the 4 reasons why you should always include live chat support on your website. This would also ensure that you are able to take your business to the next level.