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NBA All-Star Weekend is a fun time loaded with all sorts of events within events. One of those events is photo day. It's like picture day, but instead of being in the middle of an awkward growth spurt and wearing polos, the subjects are 7 feet tall in singlets. Klay Thompson found a way to make an event that's already silly and make it his own in a uniquely … Klay way.
He looks like a cardboard cutout. Not only is he standing away from his teammates, he's actually leaning in the opposite direction. If this were anyone else, the memes would be about how Thompson is leaving the Warriors. But with Thompson, it's just about how odd he appears in his pose.
Just imagine Klay's internal monologue. "How do I normally stand? OK. Arms at my side. Straight up? No. Slightly leaning away from the people I'm taking the picture with. Where did Steph get a basketball? Oh man, just smile."
Meanwhile, John Wall also found a way to stand out in Team LeBron's team photo.
He looks like Cliff Paul. DeMarcus Cousins got the memo. With Wall, they just tossed him a singlet and told him to go stand behind Goran Dragic. Having sleeves is fine, as the Pelicans would apparently attest. But Wall looks like the player-coach here, not LeBron (who incidentally also looks funny dead center in this photo.
So remember kids: Picture day is as awkward for professional athletes as it is for you. They just don't have braces.


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Rauf Coilyear
From International Robin Hood Bibliography
By Henrik Thiil Nielsen, 2014-07-22. Revised by Henrik Thiil Nielsen, 2015-09-05.
Primary sources: literary
Primary editions
- Anonymous. Heir beginnis the taill of Rauf coilȝear how he harbreit King charlis (St Andrews, 1572). Not seen
Facsimile editions
- Beattie, William, ed. The Taill of Rauf Coilyear Printed by Robert Lekpreuik at St Andrews in 1572: a Facsimile of the Only Known Copy (Keppie Facsimiles, No. 1) (Edinburgh, 1966).
Scholarly and literary editions
- Browne, William Hand, ed. The Taill of Rauf Coilyear: a Scottish Metrical Romance of the Fifteenth Century (Baltimore, 1903)
- Hanna, Ralph, ed. The Taill of Rauf Coilȝear (Scottish Text Society, Fifth Series, vol. 16) (Edinburgh, 2019)
- Herrtage, Sidney J.H., ed. The Taill of Rauf Coilyear, about 1475 A.D. with the Fragments of Roland and Vernagu and Otuel (Early English Text Society, Extra Series, vol. 44) (London, 1882)
- Lupack, Alan, ed.; Peck, Russell A., gen. ed. Three Middle English Charlemagne Romances: The Sultan of Babylon, The Siege of Milan & The Tale of Ralph the Collier (TEAMS Middle English Texts Series) (Kalamazoo, MI, 1990), pp. 161-204
- Tonndorf, Max, ed. The Taill of Rauf Coilyear (Berlin, 1894).
Studies and criticism
- Bradbury, Nancy Mason. 'Representations of Peasant Speech: Some Literary and Social Contexts for The Taill of Rauf Coilyear', in: Rhiannon Purdie, ed.; Cichon, Michael, ed. Medieval Romance, Medieval Contexts (Studies in Medieval Romance, vol. [15]) ([Woodbridge, Suffolk; Rochester, New York], 2011), pp. 19-34
- King, Pamela M. 'The Taill of Rauf CoilȜear and Secunda Pastorum', Notes & Queries, vol. 68 (2021), pp. 168-69
- Putter, Ad. 'Ralph the Collier', in: Cartlidge, Neil, ed. Heroes and Anti-Heroes in Medieval Romance (Studies in Medieval Romance, vol. [16]) ([Woodbridge, Suffolk; Rochester, New York], 2012), pp. 145-58
- Wright, Glenn. 'Churl's Courtesy: Rauf Coilyear and Its English Analogues', Neophilologus, vol. 85 (2001), pp. 647-662.
1590 - Nashe, Thomas - Almond for Parrot
[...] for if a man should imagine of fruite by the rottennesse, of garmentes by the moath frets, of wine by the sowrnesse, I warrant him for euer being good costerd-monger, broker, or vintner whiles he liues. Therefore we must not measure of Martin as he is allied to *'Elderton or tongd like Will Tony, as he was attired like an Ape on ye stage, or sits writing of Pāphlets in some spare outhouse, but as hee is Mar-Prelat of Englād, as he surpasseth King & colier, in crying, So ho ho, brother Bridges.[1]
1316 - Ralph the Collier in Manor of Wakefield
[...] Ralph the Colier [...] 2d. [...] for the same [i.e. not coming to court.][2]

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Jet Airways has introduced a new check-in baggage rule for domestic flights, which restricts your free baggage allowance to just one bag. The maximum allowed weight remains the same i.e. 15 kgs, which means you can carry the same amount of luggage, as long as it fits in one bag.
The new rule applies for passengers flying Economy. For customers travelling Première, you are allowed to carry two bags with the maximum weight not exceeding 30 kgs. Do note that the rule does not apply to tickets booked before 14 June and for travel dates before 15 July.
So what's with the squeeze? Some reports suggest the new single-bag rule will help reduce turnaround time for the aircraft, as the staff will have to load fewer bags. It will also clear up more space to carry extra cargo as well. And Jet does need to speed things up: its on-time performance for April was 82.9%, pegging it behind IndiGo, SpiceJet and GoAir.
For you, perhaps it's time to invest in a larger suitcase?


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Uttar Pradesh Polytechnic Diploma 1st, 2nd , 3rd 2020 Nov/Dec year result 2020 BTEUP semester results 2020 Nov/Dec of UPBTE result may check board of technical education UP exam result as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical , CS, IT polytechnic diploma result 2020 check mark sheet on www.bteup.in.
Good News : UP Polytechnic Diploma Result likely to Declared on 2020 Nov/Dec. Across from the state lot's of institutions are available under the technical education of board up , as per the schedule of UP Polytechnic annual exam pattern of First , Second and Third years semester results available online on after 4 pm at bteup.ac.in.
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Lot's of students were searching the BTEUP results 2020 eagerly through online which one has conducted in a month of 2020. Careers Pages will be provide the official links to be known your UPBTE semester exam results 2020 announcing on 2020 Nov/Dec.
Expected Date For BTEUP Result 2020 Declaration
Final 3rd Year All Branches : 2020 Nov/Dec
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Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP), Lucknow will be announced the diploma final year, first and second year result for all dept/branches in a month of July first week probably to on 2020 Nov/Dec and remaining 1st and 2nd year Diploma exam result may be declared in 2020 on Same Day or after 2-3 Days.
Candidates are been advised to check all polytechnic diploma results in up state 2020. Highly recommended to be keep on touch with us of Careers Pages or else your college/ Polytechnic and BTEUP website (http://bteup.nic.in/ & http://www.upbte.in/) to get Latest Updates/ news of Result.
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"To a peasant, factory work is like Karnevál."
"The City" chronicles art & ennui in a gleaming ruin on the banks of one of the grander and filthier tributaries of the River Danube.
Not From Around Here
Through the Door, Pt. IV
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Streaming VS Cinema
Can blockbuster movies remain on the big screen after coronavirus has retreated? Let's talk about that... If you haven't noticed yet, social distancing and leisure activities work in unison, and that safety procedure is probably going to remain in place for quite some time. One popular industry we want to discuss is the cinema industry, and how movie streaming sites like Netflix could become the new trend for movie fanatics. Can cinemas return to pre-covid levels? That is a v


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Do you suffer from a bloated stomach and need some balance? Try this soup of green peas and moisturizing coriander.
You need this
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 clove of garlic, crushed
- 1 green pepper, without seed list and sliced
- 1 kilo of peas from the freezer
- 30 g fresh coriander, chopped
- 800-900 ml vegetable or chicken broth (just from the boil)
- pinch of sugar (can also be omitted)
- freshly ground pepper and sea salt
That's how you make it
- garlic and pepper and put the lid on the pan. Leave to fry for 5 minutes.
- Add the peas and let it simmer for 10 minutes with the lid on the pan.
- Add the stock and coriander and let the soup reduce. Then add (optional) the sugar and mix everything with a hand blender until smooth.
- Divide the soup over the bowls, add pepper and salt to taste and finish with some coriander leaves.
Good for 4 portions. Per serving: 229 kcal, 8 g fat (of which 1 g saturated), 105 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrates, 8 g fiber, 11 g protein


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Hi Everyone, In case you need to store rather big text you may need to use multi-line text edits. Here I would like to share with you example based on Address Line on Customer Form. Multi line just a property of the text edit so if you just change mode of control in Customization browser you will be able to use enter in control already. As soon as you publish customization control will add cut angle what you can use to control its size with mouse: If you also set height property of control for example to "100px" size will be extended in UI by default: Important to note that… Read more
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PXProjection – SQL Views using BQL
Hi Everyone, Occasionally I get question from partners related: Can we Join several tables with possibility to update them all? You know that Joined tables in Acumatica are read-only and you cannot update fields there Can we create/use SQL-like views in Acumatica? How can I join grouped (statistical) view to the DAC? The answer to all these questions is yes you can do it. But answer on how to do that is not so simple. Obviously the most strait forward way is to create an SQL view and generate a DAC based on it. But this way does not solve point number 1 – SQL view is read-only and does… Read more
Custom Image on Acumatica Form
Hi All, Want to share with you way how can you add Сustom Image on Acumatica form. To do that you can use PXImage control. In the ImageUrl you can add physical path to image on the file system. <px:PXImage runat="server" ImageUrl ="~/Icons/login_logo.png" /> This is static image and not linked with any data view or dac, so if you need to change images dynamically you have to write logic in the code behind file however it is not recommended way by Acumatica standards. Have a nice development!
Show and Hide Grids on the Fly
Hi Everyone, Sometimes you need to show user interface differently depend on parameters selected. Here I want to show you an approach where you can show different grids depend on parameters selected in filter. You may need different grids in the following cases: If have different data access classes (tables) to show. If you need to have different grids layout depend on parameters. If you need to to have different columns configurations. So the plan is the following: Have 2 different DACs. We need it to have different caches, as viability settings are linked to cache. public class DetailsTableA : IBqlTable { public abstract class fieldA: IBqlField { } [PXDBString(1)] [PXUIField(DisplayName = "Field A")] … Read more
Multi-Select Selector
Hi There, Want to share with you hidden way to add a multi-select Selector control to have better filters. There is a special UI Control px:PXMultiSelector that allows you to select multiple values in the same field. Values will be stored in the field with Semicolon Separator. For example in the field like shown above we will have following value: ACTUAL; BUDGET To add such control you need to do following: Define a selector on the DAC field. Please note that you should disable Validate value, as selector will try to search combined value in DB and fails with error. [PXSelector(typeof(Ledger.ledgerCD), ValidateValue = false)] Second step will be UI control definition.… Read more
Generate IN Receipt from the Code
Hi All, In my experience I have quite a lot of questions like – how to create a document on the fly. The answer is rather simple – we need to use the same objects as user interface and emulate user interface behavior. As the main object that contains a business logic and validation is Grpah, we need to create it from the code and use for calling actions and pushing data. INReceiptEntry graph = PXGraph.CreateInstance<INReceiptEntry>() To create a new object we can use PXCache. INRegister header = (INRegister)graph.CurrentDocument.Cache.CreateInstance(); Every container control form UI is linked with Data View that is linked with DACs and tables. As you may know… Read more
SQL In <> Operator in BQL
Hi There, Today want to show you example of amazing and very new BQL Operator – In<>. This operator was added just recently with Acumatica version 2017R2, so now you can pass there an array of values and Acumatica core will convert it to SQL IN ( … ) statement. Here is a code example: Object[] values = new String[] { "AC", "IN" }; InventoryItem item = PXSelect<InventoryItem, Where<InventoryItem.itemStatus, In<Required<InventoryItem.itemStatus>>>>.Select(Base, values); Console.WriteLine(item.Descr); This will be converted to following SQL Select * from InventoryItem InventoryItem Where InventoryItem.Status In ('AC', 'IN') Order by InventoryItem.InventoryCD Please note that In<> operator is available only with Required<> parameter and you need to pass array of possible values manually to Select(…) method parameters. Have… Read more
Remove base Attribute with Customization
Hi All In my previous article "Append and Replace of DACs Attributes" I have described how can you replace append attributed in DAC with customization. Today I would like to add one more useful attribute – PXRemoveBaseAttribute. This one can help you to just remove one specific attribute from base field and replace it with new one if needed. [PXDBString(32)] [PXDBDefault("Test")] [PXUIField(DisplayName = "Test" )] public String Field { get; set; } Example 1: public Extension : PXCacheExtension<DAC> { [PXRemoveBaseAttribute(typeof(PXDefaulAttribute))] public String Field { get; set; } } Example 2: public Extension : PXCacheExtension<DAC> { [PXRemoveBaseAttribute(typeof(PXDefaulAttribute))] [PXDBDefault("New String")] public String Field… Read more
Difference between Acumatica ERP and Framework
Hi All, Previously I had quite a lot of questions about how to integrate development done on Acumatica Framework with Acumatica ERP. Usually them main reason of that question is misunderstanding of what is Acumatica Framework. Acumatica Framework (what you can download as separate installer from portal) is designed to develop product that is completely separated from Acumatica ERP. That is why there are less functions and no code integration with ERP. In case you are see benefits of using functions form Acumatica ERP (like segmented keys, numbering, accounts, subaccounts, customers/vendors, inventory items), it would be much better to start development on Acumatica ERP itself from the beginning, and do… Read more
DACs Inheritance and Caches
Hi All Want to speak today about DACs inheritance in Acumatica and some issues that it cause to development. As you know C#/.NET as OOP-oriented framework support inheritance of objects, but when in comes SQL and Database structure than there is no inheritance between tables. As a bonus I will explain why we need BAccount and BAccount2 DACs and what is the difference. Inheritance In Acumatica we want to leverage benefits of OOP to simplify references between objects, minimize database size required, ease of reporting and so on. As a result of that we have designed system in such way to support it: You can have parent DAC public class BAccount : IBqlTable { …… Read more
Multiple DataViews on the same Form
Hi All, If you didn't know previously, in Acumatica has introduced new syntax of defining DataViews/Fields. Previously you have to create a new Form, assign DataView to form and than add there fields. But now you can use following construction: "DataMember.DataField" right in the DataField property. <px:PXSelector DataField="BranchID" /> <px:PXCheckBox DataField="DefLocation.IsRemitContactSameAsMain" /> <px:PXTextEdit DataField="RemitAddress.AddressLine1″ /> <px:PXTextEdit DataField="RemitAddress.AddressLine2″ /> Also, a DataMember can be specified as an attribute of a PXPanel, and it will be inherited by all internal controls. <px:PXPanel RenderStyle="Simple" DataMember="RemitContact" > <px:PXMaskEdit ID="edFax" runat="server" DataField="Fax" /> <px:PXMaskEdit ID="edPhone1″ runat="server" DataField="Phone1″ /> </px:PXPanel> Have a nice development!
Database Mapped vs Virtual Fields
Hi All, Today want to share with you how Database vs Virtual fields are working in Acumatica. You may notice that some of the fields are linked to DB, some of them not.The difference is in the Attributes are used on it – PXDB<Type>Attribute is mapped on database field, PX<Type>Attribute is not. So from user standpoint it is just prefix "DB" or "". In Acumatica there are many fields are mapped to database and most of them have a clone, that is not mapped. Here you can see list of most common attributes. Description Database Mapped Field Virtual Field String Value PXDBStringAttribute PXStringAttribute Byte Value PXDBByteAttribute PXByteAttribute Short Value PXDBShortAttribute… Read more
Redirecting to External Page from Button
Hi There, Want to share with you my experience with working with redirects from Acumatica. You may know that due to security issues and stability of software, redirect to external web site in the iFrame is forbidden in Acumatica. So every time when you use "PXRedirectToUrlException" for url like "http://acumatica.com" system will open url in separate window/tab. That is OK in mane cases, but sometimes you really need that functionality. One way to solve that issue is well described in a separate article – Redirect on Page Load But that one is applicable only if you want to have a menu item in Acumatica SiteMap. If you want to redirect… Read more
Actions and Primary View
Hi There, Today we are going to speak about Actions in Acumatica, as well known as Buttons. When you creating a button you basically just need to write a simple code snippet like here: #region Event Handlers public PXAction<PX.Objects.GL.Batch> MyButton; [PXButton(CommitChanges = true)] [PXUIField(DisplayName = "My Button")] protected void myButton() { } #endregion As soon as you add this button as extension and publish it, you will see button appeared on the screen. But from platform standpoint there is much more than button handler, let check how does it work: Action Data View – "public PXAction<Batch> MyButton;" PXAction is special version of Data View in Acumatica, that defines action name, as well as button handler name. But you may see… Read more
Sending Notification Template from Custom Code
Hi There, Today want to share with you how to send emails from Acumatica custom code based on Notification Templates. User scenario is very simple – lets assume we want to send an email from Acumatica that informs about contract, quote expiration or something else. But in the same time we want to keep activity linked to our document for the future reference. Basically, if we do that manually we need to create new Email activity, fill all details there, attach to entity and send it than, The obvious way to automate it is usage of Notification Templates. Notification templates are special type of emails, that can be combined dynamically… Read more
Conditionally Activate Extensions
Hi All, Today I want to share with the way how you can enable and disable extensions dynamically. You know that when you have published extension as a DLL or a Code file it will be automatically discovered by Acumatica Framework and used. However there is a hidden way to stop Acumatica from usage of that extension. Do do that you just need add static method IsActive() to your extension. public class GL_Batch_Ext : PXCacheExtension<PX.Objects.GL.Batch> { public static bool IsActive() { return false; } } Acumatica will automatically call that method by signature (you need to have correct name, public, static and return bool) and if it returns… Read more
Useful Web.Config Parameters
Hi All, Acumatica as standard ASP.NET application stores some configurations in web.config file. Some parameters can be really useful for users and developers. In this article i want to share with you parameters that really can help you. AutomationDebug (Default false) – An indicator of whether an information about the current automation step (state of a form of Acumatica ERP) is displayed on the form. If you set the value of the key to true, the text box with the current automation state is displayed on the Info area of a form of Acumatica ERP. Very useful parameter if you changing automation steps CheckCustomizationCompatibility (default True) – If the key… Read more
Append and Replace of DACs Attributes
Hi Everyone. Today want so share with you some ideas on how you can append, replace or merge attributes on standard Acumatica's data access classes. Acumatica Framework attributes are used to add common business logic to the application components. Attributes implement business logic by subscribing to events. Each attribute class directly or indirectly derives from the PXEventSubscriberAttribute class. B Most attributes are added to data access class (DAC) field declarations. There are also attributes that are placed on a DAC declaration, view declarations in a business logic controller (BLC), and the BLC declaration itself. In general there are 4 places where you can define attributes: DAC attributes DAC fields. You… Read more
Client Events using JavaScript
PXUIEnabled and PXUIRequired Attributes
Hi All, If you developing something on Acumatica xRP platform you know that changing of the UI fields visibility should be done through PXUIFieldAttribute on the RowSelected event. This works perfect on small screens with limited number of controls. But most of ERP screens are not really small. So most probably you already saw such types of code on the RowSelected in SOOrderEntry graph and many others. Not nice and really hard to support. Luckily now we have a different way to do it: PXUIEnabled – based on provided BQL conditions can automatically change UIFieldAttribute Enabled property. PXUIRequired – based on provided BQL condition can automatically change PXDefaultAttribute PersistingCheck property.… Read more


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Paying off student loan debt can feel like running on a hamster wheel. Every month, payments eat up your paycheck, but your balance somehow seems unchanged.
Luckily, there may be a way to end this ceaseless cycle.
Student loan refinancing allows you to consolidate your debt and, with good credit, possibly get a lower interest rate, saving you money. Banks, credit unions and online companies offer refinancing — but did you know that your state might too?
Here's what you need to know about getting a good deal on student loan refinancing from your state — specifically:
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- How to find your state-level student loan refinancing options
- What about state employee student loan forgiveness?
- What to do if your state comes up short
- How to make sure refinancing is right for you
How to find your state-level student loan refinancing options
There are a few different ways to find student loan refinancing options on the state level. The easiest is to reach out to your state's higher education agencies using the U.S. Department of Education's handy map.
That said, your college or trade school's financial aid department, as well as local credit unions, may have refinancing opportunities special to where you live. And of course, a good old-fashioned Google search never hurts either.
No matter where you look, it's important to stay on top of your search, since laws and refinancing options can change from year to year. Programs that used to be available might not exist anymore, and there could be new programs that weren't there the last time you checked.
As of now, here are some of the programs available by state:
|ACPE's Alaska Education Loan Refinancing Program
|State residents only
|CHESLA Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority Refinance Program
|State residents only*
|INvestED Refi Loan
|U.S. residents
|Reset Refinance Loan
|U.S. residents
|Advantage Refinance Loan
|U.S. residents
|Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority Education Refinancing Loan
|U.S. residents
|SELF Refi
|State residents only
|New Jersey
|NJCLASS Refi+ Loan
|State residents only**
|NJCLASS Loan Consolidation
|State residents only**
|North Dakota
|DEAL One Loan
|State residents only
|DEAL One Consolidation Loan
|State residents only*
|Rhode Island
|RISLA Refinance Loan
|U.S. residents
|South Carolina
|PAL Refi Loan
|State residents only
*Out-of-state residents may be eligible if they're refinancing loans that originated in the state
**Out-of-state residents may be eligible if they attended a college or university in the state
For more information, review our comprehensive guide on these states' refinancing programs.
What about state employee student loan forgiveness?
Based on the needs of the state you live in or attended college in, you may qualify for state employee student loan forgiveness.
For example, some states offer teachers or medical personnel loan forgiveness in exchange for committing to a certain number of years working in underserved or rural areas.
You can find out whether you qualify for loan forgiveness with Student Loan Hero's repayment assistance program directory. Filter your search based on location, line of work, type of forgiveness or forgiveness amount to see what's available. You might even find the work you've already been doing qualifies you for state employee student loan forgiveness.
What to do if your state comes up short
Let's say you do an extensive search for options only to find that there aren't any state student loan refinancing options available where you live.
Don't worry — there are still plenty of other ways you can refinance your student loans, including through many of the highly rated student loan refinancing companies that work with borrowers nationally.
One upside to shopping online for a refinancing offer is that many lenders don't require a hard credit check right away, so your credit score won't get dinged. Instead, the companies will do a soft check and then tell you your options in terms of interest rates and repayment terms. This way, you can compare multiple offers before choosing one.
Even if you're eligible for state student loan refinancing, it's still a good idea to do your research. That's because there are pros and cons to refinancing with your state. Consider these:
- Pro: Although some states farm out their loan servicing operations, others — including Alaska and Indiana — have your loans managed by an in-state institution. If that kind of local, in-person customer service is important to you, it might be wise to opt for a state refinancing provider (or a local bank or credit union) over, say, an online-only company.
- Pro: Many state refinancing offers resemble those of banks and credit unions. They provide typical perks like interest-rate reductions for enrolling in autopay, for example. But some states take their products a step further: The Rhode Island Student Loan Authority, for instance, makes federal-loan-like income-based repayment available to borrowers who experience financial hardship.
- Con: Even if your state offers both fixed and variable interest rates — not all do — you're likely to find a lower rate elsewhere. Some states put borrowers into buckets, issuing a standard rate based on your choice of repayment term, for example. While that might be a pro for applicants with not-so-solid credit scores, it could be a con for applicants with sterling credit who could net a much lower interest rate with an online lender.
- Con: Some states are more restrictive regarding the details of your loan. While many states offer up to three repayment term options, for example, some limit you to only one. New Jersey's Refi+ Loan is only available under a 10-year term, for instance. If having more repayment term options is important to you, check out a lender like Earnest, an online-only company that gives you the ability to choose any term between five and 20 years.
Make sure refinancing is right for you
Whether you refinance your loans with your state or a nationwide lender, consider everything: your financial goals, available interest rates, how much money you'll save and — perhaps most important — any federal student loan benefits you may be giving up or gaining.
Know what you want out of refinancing. Want lower monthly payments? Get a longer repayment term (though that means paying more interest over the life of the loan). Want out of debt faster? Choose the shortest repayment term you can afford.
In the end, the most important thing is that you select a repayment plan that works for you and will be sustainable over time.
Andrew Pentis contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on StudentLoanHero.com and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org.
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Ronaldo improve another milestone in the history of Real Madrid
Cristiano Ronaldo improve another milestone in the history of Real Madrid. He has become the player with the most goals scored in the history of the "Royal Club" in seven consecutive rounds.
So far, this achievement is held by Ferenc Puskás. During the 1959-60 and 1960-61 seasons, he scored 13 goals in seven consecutive rounds.
Cristiano Ronaldo improve this achievement after scoring 15 goals in seven consecutive rounds after not participated in the defeat of Real Sociedad at "Anoeta."
Ronaldo can become the first player in the history of Real Madrid, who scores goals in eight consecutive league games
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The soil dries out very quickly as you can tell. We have a dehumidifier in the basement which sucks all of the moisture out. If we didn't have it, I'd be growing mushrooms as well. I just have to make sure I water everything frequently.
The cabbage and cauliflower seedlings are doing very well. They're actually looking robust which is nice for how cold it is in that basement. It gives me hope that those broccoli seedlings will toughen up as they grow.
See! Some are even starting to sport their true leaves. Just a few more short weeks and they'll be in the garden.


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One of the North West most respected leader has been laid to rest. The late Sipho Steven Vava was laid to rest today – Tuesday at Tlokweng village in the Moses Kotane Local Municipality. Vava passed on last week and he was the Speaker of the Moses Kotane Local Municipality.
The Mayor of the Moses Kotane Local Municipality, Ralesole Diale expressed his sadness and stated that Vava will always be remembered as a dedicated, hardworking councillor especially on the issues relating to running the municipality and Compliance.
Hlomane Chauke described the late Vava as a dedicated Cadre who showed good leadership qualities since his days in the ANC youth league. He further shared with mourners that the late Cllr Vava joined politics at a young age and continued to work tirelessly to improve the lives of others.
Amongst mourners who attended the funeral, there was MEC for Public Works, Oagile Molapisi, ANC NEC member, Dakota Legoete, Hlomani Chauke (IPC coordinator), Executive Mayor of Bojanala District Municipality Fetsang Molosiwa, Mayor of Moses Kotane Local Municipality Ralesole Diale, Singlewhip, Maria Matshaba as well as EXCO members.


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Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers.
Psalm 23., 46., 145., etc. The fact is that spiritual instincts are often far in advance of technical definitions, and the heart finds out that which is of permanent value over and above its historic interest, far more quickly than the intellect defines the reason thereof. Ere we pursue the study of the Psalms one by one, it may be helpful to note the main classes into which they may be grouped, as such classification will enable us the better to set in order the relation which each one bears to "the whole counsel of God." In the last of the Homiletics on Deuteronomy by the present writer, there is a threefold result indicated of communion between the Spirit of God and the spirit of man. When such fellowship is in the devotional sphere, it subserves the life of religion; when the Spirit of God impels to the going forth on a mission or the writing of a record, that is inspiration; when the Spirit of God discloses new truth or forecasts the future, that is revelation. These three divisions indicate three main groups under which the Psalms may be classified. For the most part, each one speaks for itself, and with sufficient clearness indicates to which of the three groups it belongs; and according to the group in which it is found will be the value and bearing of the psalm on the believer's experience, faith, and life.
I. MANY OF THE PSALMS ARE THE OUTCOME OF PRIVATE OR PUBLIC DEVOTION. It is in these that we get a priceless glimpse into the heartwork of Old Testament saints, and see how constant was their habit of pouring out their souls to God. Psalm 3., 4., 5., 7., 8., 10., 13., et alii, are illustrations of this. Whether the soul was elated by joy or oppressed with care, whether bowed down with fear or rejoicing over a great deliverance, whether the presence of God was enjoyed or whether his face was hidden, whether the spirit was soaring in rapture or sinking in dismay, - amid all changes, from the overhanging of the blackest thundercloud to the beaming of the brightest sunshine, all is told to God in song, or plea, or moan, or plaint, or wail, as if the ancient believers had such confidence in God that riley could tell him anything! . Many of these private prayers bear marks of limited knowledge and imperfect conception, and are by no means to be taken as models for us. But no saint ever did or could in prayer rise above the level of his own knowledge. Still, they knew that God heard and answered, not according to their thoughts, but according to his loving-kindness; hence they poured out their whole souls to God, whether in gladness or sadness. And so may we; and God will do exceeding abundantly for us above all that we ask or think.
II. ANOTHER GROUP OF PSALMS CONSISTS OF THOSE WHICH ARE THE PRODUCTS OF ANOTHER FORM OF DIVINE INSPIRATION. These are not necessarily addresses to God; they are, for the most part, an inspired and inspiriting rehearsal of the mighty acts of the Lord, and a call to the people of God to join in the song of praise. Psalm 33., 46., 48., 78., 81., 89., and many others, are illustrations of this. At the back of them all there is a revelation of God known, accepted, and enjoyed. And according to this great and glorious redemption are the people exhorted to join in songs of praise. There is, moreover, this distinction, for the most part, between the first group and the second - the first group reflects the passing moods of man; the second reflects the revealed character and ways of God. The first group is mostly for private use, as the moods of the soul may respond thereto; the. second group is also for sanctuary song, and indicates the permanent theme of the believer's faith and hope, even "the salvation of God." With regard to the first group we may say, "As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man." As to the second, the motto might be, "The Lord hath made known his salvation: therefore with our songs we will praise him." Under this head may also be set those calmly and sweetly meditative psalms, such as Psalm 23., 32., in which God's revelation of his works and ways gives its own hue to the musings of the saint. These are now the delight of believers, in public and in private worship, as the expression of an experience which is renewed in regenerate hearts age after age. None of them could possibly be accounted for by the psychology of the natural man; they accord only with the pneumatology of the spiritual man.
III. THE THIRD GROUP OF PSALMS CONSISTS OF THOSE IN WHICH THERE IS A DIRECT OR INDIRECT MESSIANIC REFERENCE AND FORECAST. Of these there are three kinds.
1. There are those directly and exclusively Messianic, such as Psalm 2., 45., 47., 72., 110. Of all these, the second psalm is, perhaps, throughout, as much as any of the psalms, clearly and distinctly applicable to the Coming One, and to him only. For the purpose of seeing and showing this, it may well be carefully studied. Every verse, every phrase, every word, tells; in fact, even the glorious fifty-third chapter of Isaiah is scarcely more clearly Messianic than the second psalm. Even Professor Cheyne is compelled to admit its Messianic reference, and he tells us that Ibn Ezra does so likewise. And that some of the psalms apply to the Lord Jesus Christ, our Lord himself assures us (Luke 24:44). And in an age like this, when destructive criticism is so popular, it is needful for the believing student to be the more accurate, clear, and firm.
2. Some psalms point to the era rather than to the Person of the Messiah. Such are the fiftieth and the eighty-seventh psalms. They are prophetic expositions of truths which pertain to the Messianic times, and receive their full elucidation from the developed expositions of the apostles and prophets of the New Testament; they cover the ground of the Messianic age.
3. Other psalms refer immediately to the writer himself, and have come to be regarded as Messianic because some of the words therein were quoted the Lord Jesus Christ and adopted as his own. Such a one is the twenty-second psalm, in which the writer bemoans his own sufferings and (according to the LXX.)his own transgressions. But it is not possible to apply every verse of this psalm to the Lord Jesus. He, however, being in all things made like unto his brethren, was "in all points tempted like as we are;" hence the very groans of his brethren fitted his own lips. He came to have fellowship with us in our sufferings that we might have fellowship with him in his! Thus there is established a marvellously close sympathy between Jesus and his saints, since his temptations, sorrows, and groans resembled theirs, To this discriminating and believing study of the first fifty psalms, the writer ventures to invite the Christian student and expositor. We must avoid the extreme of those who, with Home, would reheard most, if not all, the psalms as Messianic; and also the extreme of those who would regard none as such. Because our Lord said that all things must be fulfilled that were written in the Psalms concerning him, we may not infer that words which were written concerning him filled up all the Psalms; nor, with the unbeliever, may we regard the claim of prophecy as invalid through any repugnance to the supernatural. Intelligent discernment and loving faith are twin sisters; may they both be our attendants during our survey of these priceless productions of Hebrew pens! And may the Spirit of God be himself our Light and our Guide! - C.
Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser.
Sketches of Four Hundred Sermons.It is an infallible mark of true wisdom, to profit by instruction.
1. He who proposes to himself some end in what he does, and pursues that end in a rational and dexterous manner.
2. A truly wise man is the same as a good man.
3. He who to his resolution to make the attainment of moral goodness the great object of his existence adds a fixed and unalterable determination to pursue this according to Divine direction.
1. No truly wise man will account it impossible to make accessions to his wisdom.
2. Every wise man, whatever be the nature of his wisdom, will wish it to be increased as much as possible.
3. Whenever instruction is given to him which is adapted to his character and circumstances he will account himself happy in having it, and will be the better for it.
1. He will endeavour to find out the motive of the person giving it.
2. He will consider the nature and tendency of the instruction or advise given.
3. He will pray that God may give him to see what is most valuable, and that He may influence his heart to profit by what is good.
(Sketches of Four Hundred Sermons.)
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The Highlands County Assessor helps calculate property taxes by determining the appraisal value of the taxable property in Highlands County, FL. Assessors maintain a number of documents related to property appraisals, including property inspections, buildings and any improvements or renovations, and Highlands County property appraisal reports. Their office also has documents on property tax assessments, current and former owners, the property's size and location, and any unpaid property taxes or tax liens. These documents can be important resources for property owners or potential buyers, and may include historical property appraisals. These Highlands County property appraisal records may be available online through the Assessor Office website.
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The Highlands County Building Departments creates and enforce building codes and zoning regulations in order to ensure the construction of safe buildings in Highlands County, FL. As part of this responsibility, Building Departments maintain a number of property-related records, including property appraisal information. These records may show past Highlands County appraisal values, property tax assessments, building code violations, and property improvements or renovations. In order to build or renovate a property, the Building Department must certify that the plan meets local rules and regulations, and these reports contain a range of information on a property, making them important sources for potential buyers or property owners. These Highlands County property appraisals may be available on the Building Department website.
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The Highlands County Recorder of Deeds keep a range of real estate and property records for a county or local government as part of their job to ensure the accuracy of property, land, and property tax records in Highlands County, FL. Their records include information on property appraisals, including past appraisal values, property improvements and renovations, and property tax assessments. These property records typically list the current and former owners, the property's size and location, and its payment history such as tax liens, unpaid property taxes, or foreclosures. These documents can be an important source of information for property owners and potential buyers. Recorders of Deeds may provide online access to their Highlands County property appraisals.
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The Highlands County Treasurer & Tax Collector Offices collects local taxes and disburse the funds, which includes property taxes in Highlands County, FL. As part of this responsibility, they maintain records on Highlands County property appraisals, including property tax assessments, historical appraisal values, and property improvements or renovations. These Highlands County public records typically list the current and former owners of the property as well as a description of its size, location, and its payment history, such as tax liens, unpaid property taxes, or foreclosures. They may also include Highlands County appraisal values for neighboring properties. These property appraisal records are an important source for property owners and potential buyers. Treasurer & Tax Collector Offices often provide online access to their Highlands County property appraisal records.
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England vs New Zealand Live Stream: How to watch the first test online
England vs New Zealand First Test: How to watch England take on New Zealand in Auckland online. Here's how you can live stream ball-by-ball coverage on Sky Sports Cricket
The England cricket team is in New Zealand for a two-test match series as it looks to continue its recovery from a thrashing in The Ashes series against Australia.
Ben Stokes is back in the side after missing the Australia tour due to legal difficulties. His return providing skipper Joe Root with a huge boost as England look to bounce back.
Stokes helps England's chances with the bookies, who make them slight favourites to win the first test at 6/4. New Zealand sits at 9/4 while the draw is also 6/4.
The first test match takes place at Eden Park in Auckland with the first delivery slated for 1am UK time on Thursday (March 21) morning.
In the UK, Sky Sports Cricket has the rights to screen the series, with coverage commencing at midnight UK time.
If you have a Sky Sports TV subscription you'll be able to tune into Sky Sports Cricket on Channel 404. You can also stream the action from the Sky Go app for Android and iOS.
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Alternatively, you can listen to Test Match Special's ball-by-ball commentary on BBC Sport. You can tune in via the BBC Sport app for mobile or the BBC Sport Website.
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Turning point: Ward's strip sets up game-winner
• 5:29, fourth quarter
The setup
• Ole Miss started the drive from its own 44-yard line, trailing 17-10. On the second play, quarterback Bo Wallace connected with tight end Evan Engram for a for a 16-yard pass to set the Rebels up with a first-and-10 from the Alabama 34-yard line. On the next play, Wallace dropped back, scanned the field and fired a 34-yard touchdown to Vince Sanders for the 17-17 tie.
What happened
• Ole Miss kicker Gary Wunderlich booted the ensuing kickoff to the Alabama 11-yard line, where Christion Jones fielded the ball. He scampered for 20 yards, but was stripped by Channing Ward. Kailo Moore recovered the fumble.
The result
• Four plays later, Wallace hit Jaylen Walton for a 10-yard touchdown pass to give Ole Miss its game-winning score in a 23-17 win over the No. 3 Crimson Tide. Senquez Golson sealed it on Alabama's next drive, intercepting quarterback Blake Sims in the end zone.
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After the Society of Graduate and Professional Students (SGPS) presidential election results were nullified on Feb. 8, the SGPS council moved on Feb. 13 to commence a second election period in March.
The election results, which would've inducted Stephanie McKnight as president-elect over runner up Tyler Morrison, were dissolved by the SGPS Judicial Committee after an investigation into a self-disclosed infraction by one of the candidates.
After the committee's decision was made public on Feb. 8, SGPS President Adam Grotsky criticized them for failing to provide an explanation. Though certain details weren't disclosed — including which candidate committed the violation — the committee released a statement on Feb. 9 that said one candidate spent more than the allotted campaign budget.
As the SGPS Judicial Committee was "unable to assess if the spending violation provided an advantage in the election," a decision was made to void the election results rather than disqualify the candidate.
At the SGPS Council meeting on Feb. 13, Speaker Jennifer Williams commented on the nullification. "This is new territory," she said. "We have never faced this in the history of the SGPS."
Though the committee recommended in their statement that either McKnight or Morrison be voted in at Tuesday's meeting, Grotsky publicly voiced his desire to see a by-election occur instead of a vote-in, which he accordingly pushed for at council.
At council, Grotsky stated that the election had the highest voter turnout in SGPS history, with 36.5 per cent of the student body voting as opposed to six per cent the year prior.
"We had a turnout of 36.5 per cent, we finally got SGPS members engaged, and now we're going to go back to them and say 'Thanks for voting but sorry, it doesn't matter,'" Grotsky said at the meeting. "I don't want to send that message to the student body. The student body has expressed a strong will to have their voice heard in this election, and I believe that a by-election is the only way at this point to respect that need."
"It sets a pretty dangerous precedent in my mind, and a horrible message to the student body," he added.
Several representatives at the council meeting also voiced dissatisfaction with the Judicial Committee's statement and said it "lacked transparency." Concerns were raised regarding whether they had enough information to vote in a president that accurately reflected the wishes of their respective departments and the SGPS as a whole.
Despite criticism from incoming Vice President (Graduate) Leo Erlikhman that a by-election would stagnate the transition process for the incoming executive, Grotsky assured council transition would be able to continue smoothly despite the second election period.
During the vote, SGPS Council moved for the by-election. McKnight and Morrison will begin a second campaign period from March 5 to 11, and SGPS students will vote for the next president a second time on March 12 and 13.
In the meantime, the four SGPS Vice Presidents, who were ratified at the council meeting, will continue their transition as planned.
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Brian Alger [dead link] has an excellent article on the key role that curriculum plays in the development of education. Anyone involved in learning, whether as a designer, teacher, faciliator or administrator, should read this article which describes in clear terms that education is not learning and that curriculum is a constraining force that must be understood if we wish to foster learning. I found the link between curriculum and bullying especially enlightening, as my wife has been studying, writing, and presenting on bullying in schools for the past several years:
One of the effects of curriculum design of any kind is confinement. And the confinement of human experience is an act of violence. A common example of this confinement via curriculum leading to violence is bullying.
On the question of, "Do we need curriculum?", these additional questions show its mind-numbing effects:
When we ask the question we are also asking if we need the concept of the prerequisite, imposed forms of content, sterile classrooms as a primary location, fragmented schedules of time, as well as impersonal and ineffective forms of testing and evaluation.
Curriculum development is an enormous industry in our public education systems, and moving away from curriculum design and on to the greater task of fostering learning will be a huge, but worthwhile task.
Challenging the validity of curriculum in any form means to challenge people's jobs whether they are political officials, school administrators, consultants, teachers, students or parents. Part of the immense control and authority that curriculum has is that it provides careers and therefore sources of income. This, in my own experience, is where I have found the most significant roadblock to change and innovation.


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{take me away № 26 | the cherry blossoms of tokyo, japan}
Friday 6th April, 2012
Some say that Spring's season brings about some of nature's most magical beginnings, with abundant new life and beauty; and one of the most decadent and much-anticipated pleasures of all, is without a doubt, flowers. Indeed, we find flowers exemplified and their stories told throughout pages and pages of poetry novels, articles, paintings, and many other depictions, studied and explored for hundreds and hundreds of years—they are very much a part of celebration, given as a gesture of love, friendship, of compassion and kindness, found within the deepest reaches of the heart.
For they may be admired from afar in nature, purchased and sold at markets, carefully sown and grown in love. And so, to celebrate Springtime, and the beauty of nature, today we invite you to take a trip with us to one of the greatest cities in the world : Toyko, Japan.
A city that calls many to gather not only for its exciting metropolis [the largest in the world], great technology and respected culture, its delicious food, style, and innovations, but also for its wondrous cherry blossoms, that have brought some to silence and tears, and most certainly, with memories to last a lifetime . . .
With each anniversary of Spring, the beautiful cherry blossoms come back to life yet again, in all their splendor, refreshed and renewed, their branches trailing like a dance, with little breezes to carry a flurry of petals, and as they gracefully fall, they create a stunning carpet of hundreds upon hundreds of delicate petals. Just why are they so revered? Beyond their external beauty lies symbolism and meaning far deeper than the flower itself. For the Japanese, the blossoms are believed to exemplify the nature of life, and for many, they symbolize love, beauty, good fortune, peace, and happiness.
Although cherry blossoms [which are also called Sakura] may be found all over the world, from the United States, and Australia, to Korea and Turkey, the Japanese certainly have a very special and fond regard for them. In fact, the Japanese pay close attention to the forecasting of the blooms, which typically reach their peek between the end of March and beginning of April. Each year, they await the blossoms, and will often gather in the many parks, shrines and temples, at Hanami Festivals, with friends, loved ones, and fellow admirers, to celebrate the cherry blossom season. Interestingly, the fiscal and school year for children often coincide with this time; in fact, many trees can often be found outside of schools.
In Japan alone, there are over one hundred different tree varieties; some are more wild varieties native to the forest areas, such as the Yamazakura, however, for the most part, the trees have been cultivated over the centuries, and are now on display in gardens and parks. Amoungst the favorites today, is the Somei Yoshino — with its beautiful flowers that are nearly all alabaster, with only a tinge of pale pink, nearest to the stem of the flower. They typically bloom and fall within a span of one week, before the leaves comes out, making the trees appear cloud-like, with dustings of white from top to bottom; this flower's name comes from the village of Somei.
Most wild trees, but also a lot of cultivated tree varieties, have blossoms with five petals. However, some species have blossoms which consist of ten, twenty or more petals. Trees with blossoms of more than five petals are called Yaezakura. Most varieties will produce light pink to white blossoms, but there are also some cherry trees that have the most lovely deep pink, pale yellow or fresh green blossoms. Interestingly, the color that can be seen in some varieties, may, in fact, change while they are in bloom; a personal favorite is a white blossom that slowly turns to a hearty pink.
PLACES TO VISIT | six of the most beautiful parks in tokyo
01 | Shinjuku Gyoen
Shinjuku Gyoen is one of the largest and most grand of parks in all of Tokyo, covering 58 hectares. It first opened to the public in 1949, having served as the garden for the Imperial Family since 1903. It features more than one thousand cherry trees, with over a dozen varieties, including a number of early and late blooming trees, spacious lawns, and an atmosphere of calm and peacefulness. Shinjuku Gyoen features three different garden styles : an English garden with gracious lawns; a more traditional Japanese garden with teahouses, and lastly, a symmetrically arranged, more Formal French garden. Additionally, one can explore forested areas and the lovely greenhouse. Visitors can count on viewing the beautiful blossoms from the end of March and for the most part of April, and are welcome to visit and picnic during the day until late afternoon.
02 | Sumida Park
Famed as one of the must-see spots in Tokyo, this park stretches along both sides of the Sumida River. One will become utterly enchanted by the 1000+ Sukura that has been planted along the riverside, creating the most beautiful tunnel of blossoms. If you happen to visit in the evening, you will also enjoy the trees, lit up for a entirely new look. Additionally, during the Hanami period, [between the end of March to mid-April], there are a great deal of events and ceremonies, including traditional dance and music. The park was once the private property of the Shogun family, but today, thousands gather from near and far to eat, join in the festivities, and of course, view the blossoms.
03 | Ueno Park
With over 130 acres to wander, this park is one of Japan's most popular parks for cherry blossoms, drawing approximately ten million visitors a year to its grounds. Ueno Park was first established in 1873, on acreage that formerly belonged to the temple of Kan'ei-ji. Indeed, among the country's very first public parks, and the home of a number of major museums, Ueno Park is also widely celebrated during the Springtime for its cherry blossoms and Hanami. The park features over 1000 trees along the street, leading toward the National Museum and around the Shinobazu Pond. Do note that this destination is a must-visit if you plan to visit Tokyo early on in the season, as the blossoms within the park tend to follow a slightly faster schedule [a few days] than some of the blossoms within other spots in the city.
04 | Chidorigafuchi
Located on a moat in the Imperial Palace [where their Majesties the Emperor and Empress reside], Chidorigafuchi, also warmly referred to as the Central Park of Tokyo, is actually a national cemetery, located in the heart of the city. When visiting, you will discover amazing tunnels created by hundreds and hundreds of blossoming cherry trees that decorate the moats of former Edo Castle around Kitanomaru Park, creating one of Tokyo's most incredible and outstanding cherry blossom sights, a must-see, according to many sources. Though somewhat unlike many other parks, this park does not allow for picnics, just for viewing and strolls. In the evenings, one can appreciate the blossoms romantically lit from boats floating or by foot.
05 | Yoyogi Park
One of the largest city parks in Tokyo, Yoyogi Park welcomes visitors to enjoy the wide lawns, forested areas [it is especially known for its ginko tree forest], ponds, and of course, beautiful cherry blossoms. Many enjoy picnicking, jogging and strolling through the park. Interestingly, the park was the previous site to the first successfully powered aircraft flight in Japan, after which time, it became an army parade ground. And yet, today it is a popular spot for visitors and locals alike, particularly as outdoor activities are promoted—from biking on the bike path to basketball. Though this park does not offer as many cherry blossom trees to view as others, it is nonetheless, quite a lovely spot—open from the morning until the early evening.
06 | Meguro River
The river is actually located in a beautiful residential neighbourhood, with an overwhelming 800 cherry trees that line the water for several hundred meter, making this destination spot certainly a sight to see. Those passing by will be astonished by the vast canopy of blooming trees, that begins from the Naka Meguro Station and travels all the way to the Ikejiri-Ohashi Station. During the Springtime, those residing in the area and beyond, all join to celebrate in the Naka Meguro Cherry Blossom Festival. During the festival, [particularly in the evenings], the trees are illuminated, and pretty paper lanterns are hung in the trees. There are also wonderfully entertaining performances that include music, dance and much more. Some also like to enjoy mid-day picnics close to the river, taking in the beauty of the river and the blossoms.
[something fun : look up towards the heavens]
01 | Park Hyatt Tokyo Hotel
A luxurious five-star hotel overlooking Tokyo, the Kanto Plain, all the way to Mount Fuji.
02 | Keio Plaza Hotel
A centrally located and large hotel [1,435 guest rooms] with large picture windows and wonderful amenities.
03 | Cerulean Tower Hotel
A favorite of many, this grand hotel offers well-designed guest rooms and fabulous service.
04 | Four Seasons Hotel
Elegant guestrooms, and no possible luxury overseen.
01 | Beige Alain Ducasse
Enchantingly decorated to mimic Chanel [which happens to be located below the restaurant] the Beige Alain Ducasse features a clever a mix of French and Japanese cuisine.
02 | Ryugin
A favorite of many for exquisite and authentic Japanese dining at its very best.
03 | New York Bar
Located in the Park Hyatt, this grand and contemporary restaurant has become a landmark of Tokyo.
04 | Alice in Magical World
Inspired by the story, Alice in Magical World is a must-see for the young and young-at-heart.
When planning a Springtime trip to Japan, we would suggest comfortable shoes, for walking though the parks, along the river's edge, and for all excursions you might have planned. You might also wish to pack plenty of comfortable layers, such as a warm jacket, coat and/or trench to cover all possibilities, particularly as the weather tends to fluctuate from sunshine to snow, even in Spring. If you do not have one, you may also wish to pick up a clear umbrella [there are many places to find one in Tokyo] to take along with you on your daily excursions, as rain may occur at any time, and the clear umbrella will allow you to look up and still see the blossoms.
white coral necklace /// flocked chiffon dress /// silk twill scarf /// gold metallic ballet flats /// beige & python handbag /// chloé to go /// bicycle // perfect shine eyes /// lip balm /// whirl suede and metallic leather ballet flats /// lomography diana+ gold camera [via {this is glamorous} on pinterest] /// bone & white topaz studs /// dior addict lip glow
A few additional links you might enjoy : for café or sweet stops during the day, visit the famous dripping Godiva shop & Patisserie Higashiya /// lovely floral arrangement inspiration /// a pretty and feminine scent to pick up /// and lastly, just imagine, a lovely Spring wedding amoungst the trees . . .
— sarah
[images: the cherry blossom girl /// yuki shimazu /// wish wish wish /// cheetah is the new black via the this is glamorous tumblr /// i like iced tea /// carpe diem /// miguel michán]
Sarah Klassen Contributor, Vancouver
Even as a girl, Sarah spent hours curled up in her home library, exploring enchanting tales, lands to be discovered and explored, intriguing stories, and timeless beauty. What resulted is a lifelong passion for love and authenticity, delightful simplicity and beautiful moments. Educated in design, marketing and English, Sarah's keen eye and aesthetic allow her to immerse beauty and heartfelt passion into both her personal and professional projects.
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How to Record on Steam without Slowing Down Your Game and Computer
There are many popular games on Steam, such as Dota 2, Pac-Man Championship Edition DX, Black Mesa, Hypership Out of Control and more. If you want to share your best moment while playing those Steam games, you need to record on Steam. There is no Steam screen recording feature. Thus, you are required to install a screen recorder for Stream gameplay recording.
You can find that there are many online and offline screen recorders in the market. Which can be your best Steam screen recorder? In spite of common screen recording features, the most import thing is that the Steam game can still run smoothly while recording. In other words, your Steam game should not be lagging because of game recording. Moreover, the high-quality video and audio recording is also matter.
If you are looking for a game recorder with the above features, you just come to the right place. This article recommends a game video recorder that is popular among gamers. Just continue reading to get more details.
Part 1: What Is the Best Gameplay Recorder
It is Vidmore Screen Recorder that can record high-quality game videos up to 4K in 60FPS without lagging. Thanks to the AMD/NVIDIA hardware acceleration, the Steam game recorder software minimizes CPU, GPU and RAM smartly. Thus, you can record Steam game video without slowing down or crashing.
If you are a video maker, you can get a picture-in-picture game recording feature. It means you can create the desktop Steam game and webcam at the same time. You can add your face and commentary while recording gameplay on Steam. Even though you are a beginner, you can quickly create a picture-in-picture recording.
Moreover, you can take screenshots and add real-time drawing tools to your Steam game recording. If you want to extract the important moment, you can use the built-in video trimmer to trim the entire Steam recording. The real-time preview window will show you everything immediately. Later, you can save or share Steam game recording video within the gameplay recording software.
- Record HD game video and audio on Steam up to 60FPS and 4K UHD.
- Capture all the motion images from Steam without time limit.
- Create picture-in-picture viewing mode to record webcam overlay and your game commentary through microphone.
- Minimize CPU, GPU and RAM to record 4K gameplay on Steam smoothly.
- Save your Steam gameplay as MP4, MOV, WMA, AVI, M4V and many other formats.
Part 2: How to Record Steam Gameplay on Your Computer
You can run Vidmore Screen Recorder to record 2D/3D games, flash games and online games seamlessly and smoothly. The Steam recorder software is capable to record game video and audio for hours. Thus, you can record your all day work and pick up the memorable moment with ease. Here're the steps to record with Steam using Vidmore.
Step 1: Launch Vidmore Screen Recorder. Choose Video Recorder to record on Steam.
Step 2: Set the screen capture area in the Display section. Enable System Sound to capture game audio from Steam. If you want to record your voice at the same time, you need to enable Microphone as well. What's more, you can turn on Webcam to record Steam gameplay with your face.
Step 3: Click the Menu option on the top. In the Preferences window, you can specify the Steam game recording settings, including the output format, hotkey control, screenshot and more. Click OK to save changes and move on.
Step 4: Click REC when you want to record game video on Steam with audio. You can pause, resume and stop recording on Steam with no time limit flexibly. In addition, you can click Edit to add text, arrow and other drawing tools on your Steam recording or screenshot.
Step 5: You will be in the Preview window after recording. Use the video trimmer to remove the unwanted part. Then click Save to export and save the Steam video recording.
After downloading Steam game recording video, you can share it to social platforms within the gameplay recording software. You can access and manage all Steam video/audio recording files and screenshots in the Recording history section. Thus, if you use Vidmore Screen Recorder to record on Steam, you can screen capture, trim, save and share Steam games in one stop.


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Tracking how money moves internationally from bank to bank thanks to the SWIFT messaging system.
SWIFT, or the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, is the world's largest electronic payment messaging system, facilitating the exchange of more than $6 trillion a day, according to 2012 estimates.
Though it gets lumped in with electronic funds transfer systems, it doesn't do any of the funds transfers itself. In fact, it doesn't even touch money. (Although, as we'll unpack in part 2 of this series—on the massive Bangladesh hack—it does make money move.)
At its core, SWIFT is basically just a bank-to-bank messaging system. It supplies a standardized language that institutions use to communicate payment instructions and other info to each other.
SWIFT messages are programmed in a language known as FIN. A sample of FIN language is shown at right.
The origins of SWIFT demonstrate how, in spite of tensions, competitive entities—and interests—have historically come together to address shared problems; in this case, issues with interbank payments.
The quick history of SWIFT
Before SWIFT, there was Telex. It's helpful to start there, because rather than being created from scratch, the SWIFT system is rooted in some precedent.
Telex—or the Teleprinter exchange, if we're getting formal—was (and is) one of the original ways to transmit data developed during World War II. Though its roots were in the military, it was quickly adopted by financial institutions for their systems to communicate internationally.
By the 70s, Telex had gotten old: It was indisputably slow (transmitting bytes per second), lacked formatting standards (limiting the possibility to automate), and wasn't as secure as evolving threats demanded (after all, it had basically become a directory served over the phone networks).
Around the same time, domestic electronic funds transfer systems began to emerge, driven by a desire to eliminate paper from the payments process. (Imagine: the push to go paperless was a process that took shape in the 60s.)
The distinction, of course, is that EFTs actually move money. But they often used Telex messages to get information about what needed to happen—which made the issues with Telex all the more pointed.
So in 1973, after a handful of studies and a lot of talking, a group of banks established SWIFT as a specialist's alternative to Telex. They selected Brussels for the cooperative's headquarters—evidently, choosing New York or London would have been too political.
By the time SWIFT went live three years later, it comprised a messaging platform, a computer system to validate and route messages, and a set of message standards. More than 500 institutions from 22 countries were connected.
Today, more than 11,000 institutions in more than 200 nations are connected to SWIFT. In 2015 alone, 6.1 billion FIN messages were sent through the network.
How SWIFT works
SWIFT uses a system of codes to detail where a transfer is coming from, where it's going, and how it'll to get there. These strings of alphanumeric identifiers comprise an institution code, a country code, a location code, and a branch code. So in that way, it's not dissimilar to the U.S. routing number system.
It's worth reiterating that, because SWIFT doesn't actually send money, institutions that use the network also need banking relationship to move funds.
Each financial institution will have a dedicated SWIFT interface (in other words, a computer-based terminal) on-premises. Most banks set up their SWIFT systems so that they're isolated from the rest of their networks. (Though, again, as we'll cover later, not all do.)
Users can log in to these terminals to manually enter messages. Messages can also be auto-generated by the institution's computer system and passed on to the terminal. The terminal then sends the SWIFT message to the regional processors in the sender's country. The terminals only connect with processors through leased line, dial up, or public data network connections. C24 has an excellent rundown of how everything works here.
From there, the regional processor checks, stores, and forwards the data to its operating center, which passes the message on to the processor in the recipient's country. That processor delivers the message to the receiver's terminal, and then sends confirmation. Officials at the respective financial institutions are supposed to audit these to prevent fraud.
Moving money
Actually transferring funds internationally is a bank matter.
Say two customers of the same bank are located in two different countries and want to transfer funds. The customer in country A will ask the bank to transfer funds to the customer in country B. Branch A will then tell its counterpart what to do via SWIFT. And then it'll wire the funds and make the required book entries in its accounting system. That's it.
But it's usually more complicated than that, and it often involves more financial institutions.
For example, if one financial institution doesn't even have a branch in the beneficiary's country, it might need to loop other institutions—in this context, called correspondent banks—to complete the transaction. If both banks (conveniently!) maintain accounts at a third institution, they might use that third bank to expedite things. They'd identify the relationship, send a secure message over SWIFT between the banks, and do a book transfer.
For more details, Faisal Khan has an excellent breakdown.
Making money
SWIFT doesn't provide these services for free—the cooperative makes money from one-time setups, service and equipment fees, consulting, and it takes a cut each time a message is sent (its largest source of revenue), among other streams. It publishes its annual review and financials on its website.


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Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment – I'm back and I know you like it. I always keep my promise of updating you with recruitment, career, education and business information. I have news of another lucrative job with COOPI for you.This time around it's for Project Administrator, Head of Mission and Construction Engineer.
These other lucrative job from COOPI. It's a thing of pride to work for an international NGO. It will account so much on your CV. I still wish to encourage you to always search in this website for such lucrative jobs, current job recruitment in Nigeria, top-most paid jobs in Nigeria, Banking ,Teaching , insurance and government jobs available at specific times.
Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) is an Italian humanitarian non-governmental organization founded in Milan in 1965. This international NGO is employing again. These employments are to enable it execute its humanitarian services in Niger, particularly in the North East Geopolitical zone of the country.
In fact, since 50 years COOPI has been involved in poverty alleviation programmes and responding to specific emergencies in numerous sectors world-wide. COOPI is in Nigeria now to render Food Security aids, Humanitarian Aid, Health, Socio-Economical Services, Water and Sanitation, Human Rights, Education and Training, Migrations and Sustainable Energy services and needs to collaborate with Nigerian in executing its humanitarian projects. Just take up one of these opportunities to earn big as well as contributing to serving humanity.
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
COOPI is recruiting to fill the following positions below:
Make your choices and read accordingly.
Job Title: Project Administrator
Location: Yobe State
Duration of the Project: 7 months (with possible extension)
Starting Date: 1st August
Donors: FFP
READ ALSO: Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) – Fresh 2017 Jobs – Educationist and Psychologist Required
Role Purpose
- He/she is responsible for the project's execution, in technical, economic/financial terms, and in terms of resources management on field, in compliance with COOPI and the donor's procedures.
- Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with financial and other requirements set by the Donors (USAid – Food for Peace) and COOPI internal financial and administrative procedures.
- Monitor cash flows and supervise petty cash handling.
- Ensure proper administration for outstanding debtors and creditors, follow-up overdue and signal potential problems in timely manner.
- Produce monthly cash and bank reconciliation statements.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly projects' financial reports
- Control and assure compliance of program expenditures with program budgets.
- Prepare payment vouchers and verify supporting documents for project and administrative expenditure. Ensure classification of all financial information and documents in accordance with the projects and respective budget lines.
- Ensure appropriate filing system of financial documentation is in place, accurate and updated.
- Provide timely and systematic monitoring of program expenditures as well as timely budget program forecasts.
- Prepare, on a monthly basis, financial reports and/or requests to be sent to COOPI Milan HQs.
- Supervise and manage program staff: supervise preparation of contracts for personnel staff. Manage contracts of local and international staff and supervise administration staff.
- Application of mechanisms relative to any on the job training of personnel working on the project.
- Coordinate and supervise overall policy implementation for the human resources of Salima base, included Labour Law application, recruitment and that staff salaries are effectively paid to eligible staff and an audit trail of records is maintained.
- Supervise preparation of lease contracts, contracts with suppliers and any other contract issued by the program. Ensure that contractual commitments are accurately tracked.
- Supervise appropriateness and updating of all procurement documentation at the various steps of the procurement process. Ensure budget availability of expenditures and that appropriate authorizations are in place
- Ensure that taxes are timely remitted to relevant authorities.
- Bring-up date the stock inventory.
- University degree in Social Sciences, Business or Technical Sciences.
- A minimum of five years of relevant working experience.
- Experience in emergency context or in a similar position and in managing USAid funded projects.
- Experience in logistics, procurement and security matters is a strong advantage.
- Previous work experience in the region is a plus.
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication, negotiation skills, multi-tasking and organizational skills.
- Proven capacity to work in a team is essential. Experience in managing staff is an advantage.
- Experience in liaising with governmental/local authorities, IOs and NGOs.
- Demonstrated ability to work in stressful environments and under pressure.
- Experience in working in conflict-prone environments a plus.
- Fluency in English language.
- Computer literate.
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
Application Closing Date
24th July, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Job Title: Head of Mission
Location: Abuja
Job Description
The Head of Mission provides leadership and strategic direction of COOPI's operations in Nigeria and is responsible for the implementation and development of the country programme in line with COOPI's organisational and country strategy, policies and procedures.
The HoM is also responsible for the management and capacity building of the staff, securing donor funding and to represent the organisation to the government, donors, and other appropriate bodies – including clusters, UN agencies and the media.
The HoM reports directly to the Area Manager at the HQ.
Institutional relations:
(a) He/she manages relations with the main institutional donors and with potential ones.
(b) He/she represents COOPI in the country/area by engaging in relations with institutions, NGOs, local and international organizations and partners.
(c) He/she also is responsible of the organization's reputation in the country.
Strategy and planning:
– He/she verifies and proposes to the Area Manager the intervention priorities to consolidate the organization's opportunity to be more involved in the country.
– He/she contributes to the definition of the Country Strategy and proposes the country planning (projects and coordination).
Projects' Management:
- He/she coordinates and directly monitors projects, guaranteeing the correct implementation in conformity with the contractual obligations and donors' procedures, and in line with COOPI's procedures and management standards.
- He/she coordinates the elaboration, writing and documents' preparation for presenting new projects, referring to the Area Manager and the headquarters support offices.
- He/she is responsible for the preparation of projects reports and all the monitoring documents requested by the central headquarters. He/she ensures the transmission of all official and administrative project documents to the central headquarters
Country office management:
- He/she is responsible for all different aspects related to the country office management: economic and financial situation, local regulations, office organization charts, logistics, local and expatriate personnel management, in conformity with the organization's guidelines.
- He/she guarantees the respect of the country's legislation and administrative regulation.
Staff Management:
- He/she is responsible for the local staff management.
- He/she participates and supports the Area Manager and the Human Resources office in the selection of the expatriate staff.
- He/she coordinates and monitors the country's expatriate staff management.
– He/she is responsible for the expatriate staff security, for the correct implementation and respect of the general security rules.
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
Economic and Financial Management:
- He/she is responsible for the country's economic result.
- He/she supervises the financial management and ensures – through the administrative function – that all financial reporting deadlines and donor/COOPI's procedures are respected.
- He/she participates to the projects/coordination budget preparation.
- He/she has the signature for all COOPI's bank accounts in the country.
He/she cooperates with the Communication and Fund-Raising office for all communication, awareness and fund raising activities implemented in and for the country.
- Advanced Degree in International Education, International Development, Health and Nutrition or a related field or equivalent work.
- Minimum 5 years experience in the humanitarian field and in a similar position, with a track record of success and results achieved;
- Previous experience with an international humanitarian NGO is an advantage;
- Desirable experience of working on EU/ECHO, USAid/OFDA and UN projects;
- Experience of working within an insecure environment with responsibility for security planning, monitoring and management.
- Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills;
- Strong supervisory abilities, and demonstrated capacity of teamwork and of coordination with the relevant actors;
- Very good inter-personal and writing communication skills;
- Ability to organize work efficiently and deliver assignments in a timely manner often under time constraints;
- Proficiency in written and spoken English;
- Computer literacy, with high proficiency in the use of standard office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint);
- Valid driving license.
Application Closing Date
24th July, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Job Title: Construction Engineer
Location: Borno
Scope of the Job
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
- The Construction Engineer will be responsible to provide technical knowledge, skills and quality in infrastructure and following up with construction process.
- He/She will be involved in the definition and agreement of the quantities of materials and work for each stage with the selected contractor, the overall schedule for the construction, stages of work and will authorize each respective stage payment upon achievement of the stage achievements in accordance with the required and agreed progress and standards to the beneficiary.
Main Duties / Responsibilities
- Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and the Country Logistics and Security Coordinator, he/she:
- Provide first technical assessment in the schools indicated by the MoE and definition of priorities
- Liaise with SUBEB, RUWASA and NEMA departments in order to comply with ministerial standards for the rehabilitation works in public schools
- opreparation of the detailed BoQs for rehabilitation according to the available budget and the priorities identified
- preparation of the tender procedure according to the donor and COOPI rules
- Participation to the contractors' selection committee, technical evaluation of the offers received.
- Preparation of the contracts, definition of the monitoring tools
- Regular follow up of the works with visits to the construction sites and ad hoc meeting with the constructors
- Management of the relations with SUBEB, RUWASA and NEMA departments, submission of BoQs amendment requests
- Preparation of the BoQs follow up; quantity and quality control of the material used and work progress
- Approval of installment payments to the contractors
- Management of the relation with school principles for coordination of the rehabilitation works
- Coordination with local authorities (municipalities and local ministry offices) for release of needed permits, facilitation in set up of the working site, administrative procedures etc.
- Final quality and quantity control and preparation of hand over certificated
- Profile of the Candidate (Education, Training, Competences, Skills)
Minimum Requirements:
- HND/B.Sc/B.Tech in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering or related fields
- Experience in construction at least 5 years
- 3 years' experience in NGO work
- Proven Construction experiences and skills
- Renovation and rehabilitation experience is preferable
- Excellent English Communication skills (oral and written)
- Commitment to COOPI ethic code
- Cross cultural sensitivity, flexible world view, emotional maturity and physical stamina
- Knowledge of and adherence to NGO Code of Conduct, understands other international development guidelines
- Excellent Microsoft Office applications skills (Excel, Word, Power point, Emails, Skype, Web researchers)
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
Good knowledge of the intervention area/s and local context
Knowledge of the local language (Hausa and Kanuri)
Application Closing Date
21st July, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications (containing the below documents) to: email@example.com specifying in the e-mail subject: "Application for Construction Engineer".
E-mail Applications inclusive of:
CV (max 3 pages)
Cover Letter (max 1 page)
Minimum three qualified reference contacts
Any late application or incomplete submissions will not be considered and thus will be disregarded immediately.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Cooperazione-Internazionale COOPI – July 2017 Recruitment
Do quickly and apply. Good-luck.


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Date(s) - 11/18/2018
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Denver Woman's Press Club
The Denver Woman's Press Club annual vintage jewelry sale has become one of the "not to be missed" events of the year. This sale features styles from contemporary to estate to costume, all donated by club members and local supporters. Past one-of-a-kind accessories have included rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, cufflinks, watches, brooches, loose beads and men's accessories.
Denver Woman's Press Club
12th Annual Jewelry Sale
Supporting scholarships for young women.
Sat., Nov. 17, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Denver Woman's Press Clubhouse, 1325 Logan St, Denver, CO 80203.
More information at dwpconline.org.
Free parking is available in the lot north of the clubhouse.


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11 Jan Top 5 2010 Lists
With 2010 a few days behind us, 2011 is sure to be a big year here at Embassy. Although we didn't do any kind of best of/ look back list onto 2010 this year, I did see a bunch of sweet ones in the last little while and compiled a quick list of 5 favorites. Look for some sort of Embassy list this time next year.
Defgrip Top 10 posts of 2010 : Some dope edits, articles and photos in this one, personal fav was definitely the Cuts premiere photos. Degrip knows whatsup.
Repset 2k10/2k11 list : Beal mentioned that he was hitting up some dudes for this but seeing whatsup with the beast, Enns, Silva and a bunch of other dudes made it a real good read.
Capitalbmx Best/Worst of 2010 : Prashant has been running Capital out of Ottawa for nearly 10 years now and this list goes back at least 5 years. Every year I look forward to seeing what were the highlights and lowlights for a bunch of Ottawa/MTL/TO locals through this list. Capital was the first bmx site I ever read who did such a list and remains one of my favorite lists each year.
TCU best exclusive videos of 2010 : Basically every bmx edit out there get's posted on the come up. Posting a best of for 2010 exclusive edits was a dope idea because it gives you a chance to re-watch some edits that are well worth a re-watch. Obviously there's hundreds of other edits that got posted on TCU in 2010 that are worth a re-watch but here's a few.
Least Most Hot or Not? : Least most hit up a few of their contributors and a couple other dudes to make a Hot or Not list for the year. There's alot of sarcastic humor in it which makes for a good, and at the same time alot of it is sadly true.


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Karl_Brandt's Allis-Chalmers 610
By Karl_Brandt, 02/01/2017
- 366 views
- 0 comments
- Make Allis-Chalmers
- Series 600 Series
- Model 610
- Year Tractor Was Made 1975
- Manufacturer (MFR) Number 1690064
- Tractor Serial Number 002587
- Engine Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton
- Engine Model 251707
- Engine Serial Number 75032512
- Date Purchased 2004
- Purchase Price $$
- Condition at Time of Purchase Not running,missing hood,
- Condition Now Needs engine.found a other tractor for parts.
- URL Link http://www.simplicityva.com