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The visiting Hillsboro girls soccer team outran the Wilmington Lady Hurricane for a 7-1 victory Saturday, while the Hillsboro boys suffered a 2-0 set back at Wilmington High School.
The WHS reserve girls soccer team tied Hillsboro 2-2 in a game played prior to the varsity contest.
The victory in the non-league boys match put the Hurricane at 2-0 on the year, with both wins recorded by shoutout.
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Teaching continues to fascinate me after all these years primarily because I'm so curious about people. I love learning from students: I love to learn what students think about and why, how they work best, and what motivates them.
I also love asking about what challenges them at this point in their lives. I learn today about the difficulty of managing so much social data, of redefining happiness, well-being, and recovery, and of balancing so much work. It feels like a different world than from when I was in college. I wasn't expected to know my plan for personal happiness, wellness, or social data management.
I want to slow down the morning, pour everyone a cup of ginger peach tea, and watch the autumn leaves fall. And in this scenario, nobody's posting anything or anxious about whether or not this activity builds their wellness profile.
We'd just drink tea and watch leaves.
But maybe these students want to invite me to settle into their world, too–the one where I know how to leverage the power of social media, optimize my health, and access and synthesize more data than I can imagine. They could teach me so much. I could learn a new language of images and micro-messaging and social complexity.
I could empathetically connect with thousands and increase my capacity, as they have.
And drink tea slowly.
I have much to learn and much to pass on, and maybe the trick is keeping that double mindset of always learning, always teaching.

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Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 3 years ago
We Muslims believe in Quran being The perfect Word of Allah The Glorious.
If you read Quran, you will see why did Allah The Glorious punish the people of Lut. (Sura Hood : 82 and Sura Al-Hijr: 74.)


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Measures to prevent the risk of coronavirus infection in Condal Blanes apartments
Our wish is to offer you the best holiday in the Condal-Blanes apartments and to achieve this we are incorporating measures to reinforce the hygiene, disinfection and cleaning of all the campsite facilities in accordance with the recommendations of the Ministry of Health and the ICTE (Institute for Tourist Quality).
The measures taken are:
Creation of a committee for the prevention of Covid-19
The function of this committee is to create, validate and follow up the protocols to be implemented, based on the guidelines of the health authorities and entities in our sector. The committee is made up of personnel responsible for the different areas of the campsite and external advisors responsible for the prevention of occupational hazards.
Cleaning, disinfection and protection
Our laundry certifies the washing of clothes with disinfectant products.
All our cleaning products are authorised disinfectants approved in the Health Registry as virucides.
We reinforce the cleaning of the apartments in order to achieve an effective disinfection, also and especially in the areas of greater contact used by the clients (taps, door knobs, toilet buttons...)
We intensify the adequate aeration and ventilation of the apartment before your arrival. The keys are disinfected before delivery.
The textiles in the apartments are disinfected with an approved virucide product.
Dishes and kitchenware are disinfected for safe use.
A professional and responsible team
Our staff has been trained in Covid-19 preventive measures
Our staff have the necessary PPE to carry out their work safely
Our staff always has easy access to proper hand washing with soap and water or hydroalcoholic gel.
There will be continuous coordination with the company's health service.
Ongoing audits will be conducted to ensure compliance with established protocols.
This year will be a different kind of vacation, but we want it to be better!
We have prepared a series of measures to offer you more peace of mind and better service: On your arrival you will pick up the keys to the accommodation at the reception of Camping Blanes.
You will need to provide us with a valid mobile phone and email address so that we can contact you.
Our customer service team will be online during office hours (9 am to 1pm and 4 pm to 8 pm) to inform you of everything you need and to help you make the most of your holiday, via telephone or email.
On the day of your departure you only need to leave the keys inside the apartment and notify that you have left.
Common areas of the Condal building residents' association
The cleaning of the common areas is reinforced with the use of virucidal products to ensure disinfection (lifts, entrance hall...)
Respect the signs indicated by the Community of Neighbors of the building for the prevention of risk of infection by coronavirus both in the pool and in the playground. There is a possibility that some facilities are temporarily out of use.
On the beach
Follow the recommendations and indications for the safe use of the beach that you will find on the many signpost of the accesses to the beaches.
And remember for your safety:
- It is important to wash your hands properly and often.
- The recommended safety distance to prevent infection is 1.5 m
- You should use personal protective equipment such as masks in all areas where the safety distance cannot be maintained.
- There is a non-contact temperature thermometer in the reception area.
- If you observe any symptoms compatible with coronavirus disease: fever, cough, difficulty in breathing... please inform us as soon as possible so that we can take the corresponding health measures.
Contact telephone numbers in case of health emergency:
• Emergencies112
• Medical Emergencies 061
• Blanes Hospital (+34) 972 353 264
• CAP La Plantera (+34) 972 359 534
• Local Police 092
• Camping Blanes: (+34) 972 331 591


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We are going to let you in on a secret which blogshop owners may not want you to know. You think you are getting a great bargain buying your clothes online from blogshops? The secret is that you can probably get the same stuff at City Plaza for a fraction of the online price. You see, many blogshops get their supplies from City Plaza, where there is a concentration of fashion wholesalers. However, not all those you see walking purposefully into City Plaza are there to buy clothes and fashion accessories. Many go there to eat the popular City Plaza ban mian at Poon Nah City Homemade Noodle stall.
Located at the food court of City Plaza on level 5, Poon Nah City Homemade Noodle stall offers all kinds of local delicacies – from you tiaos and fried wantons to luncheon meat and otah. However, it is their noodles that have received rave reviews over the years.
Poon Nah City Homemade Noodle offers a selection of different kind of noodles – such as ban mian, bean flour noodles, bee hoon, and mee sua. There are the soup version and dry version; and you can have the noodles with prawns, pig kidney, fish head, fish maw etc. The most popular combination is apparently mee hoon kueh with abalone clam.
We went to City Plaza for lunch and ordered the Abalone Clam Mee Hoon Kueh ($4.50) and Sliced Fish Thin Noodles ($4) with a side order of Fried Wantons ($3). We paid for our food and were given a buzzer. The buzzer signaled that our food was ready about 15 minutes later.
The Abalone Clam Mee Hoon Kueh had a clear broth which was flavourful. Ingredients included abalone clams, minced meat balls, mushrooms, vegetables and ikan bilis. The mee hoon hueh was soft and just a little chewy. There were lots of different textures and flavours in the bowl of noodle soup.
The sliced fish noodles essentially had the same broth and ingredients as the abalone clam noodles. The thin handmade noodles had a nice bite.
Both bowls of noodles were enjoyable. The chilli provided by was really quite spicy but would add a real kick to the noodles. Chilli lovers might become partial to Poon Nah City Homemade Noodles on account of the chilli alone.
The Fried Wantons were hot and crisp – not bad but they would not be a reason to head to City Plaza.
Poon Nah City Homemade Noodle offers unpretentious comfort food. Their bowls of noodles which look quite ordinary are enjoyable. We can understand its popularity but do not think that their ban main of one of those must try food in Singapore.
Here is another trivial about blogshop owners. They usually start off modelling their own clothes but after awhile they will get others to model the clothes they are selling on their websites. You may think that it is because they are doing well and can afford engaging professional models. Well, the truth may be that everytime they go to City Plaza to pick up supplies, they would stop by Poon Nah City Homemade Noodle stall for a bowl of noodles or two; and there is a nice desserts stall next to it too. Pure speculation on our part of course.
Food: 4
Service: NA
Value: 3
Atmosphere: 1
Overall Rating: 3 TOPs
Poon Nah City Homemade Noodle
#05-02, City Plaza,
810 Geylang Road
Singapore 409286
Tel: +65 6842 4524
Opening Hours:
11am to 8pm
closed on alt Saturdays
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Dozens of animals were spayed and neutered during a three-day visit by mobile animal clinics in Peterborough last week.
According to the Peterborough Humane Society, during the three-day clinic, 48 animals were spayed or neutered and 42 animals received wellness examinations, all of which were provided at reduced costs.
Two mobile units were stationed at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre from Aug. 16-18.
The clinics were a partnership between the Humane Society, the Ontario SPCA and the Humane Society's SPCA Mobile Animal Wellness Services unit and the Niagara SPCA and Humane Society's Mobile Wellness Unit
WATCH (Aug. 16, 2019): Mobile spay/neuter clinic held in Peterborough
Shawn Morey, executive director of the Peterborough Humane Society, says the 48 animals prevent an estimated 2,000 potentially unwanted kittens and puppies.
"The Peterborough Humane Society is incredibly thankful for the support provided by our friends at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society and Niagara SPCA and Humane Society to bring mobile wellness services to our community this past weekend," he said.
"We had over 300 inquiries for this weekend's clinic, highlighting the need for such services in our community."
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Morey noted the clinics' services are similar to what a new animal care centre will offer in Peterborough as fundraising continues for the $10-million project.
"This event provided us with a fantastic opportunity to engage with our community about our Capital Campaign for our new Animal Care Centre, which will include a high volume spay/neuter clinic servicing Peterborough county and beyond," he said.
"This weekend we saw people driving from as far as two hours away to utilize the animal wellness services we offered. A huge thank-you goes to the management and staff at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre for partnering with us to host this event at their location."
READ MORE: Peterborough Humane Society receives $50,000 donation to support new animal care centre
The mobile units have been travelling across the province this summer in a collaborative effort to reduce pet overpopulation and reach underserved pet owners.
The OSPCA notes in Peterborough, only five per cent of pet owners who brought their pet to the mobile clinic had a regular veterinarian.
"Many people accessing these services don't have a regular veterinarian for routine care," stated Daryl Vaillancourt, the OSPCA's chief, humane programs and community outreach.
"These mobile clinics ensure pets receive basic care and give us an opportunity to talk to pet owners about pet care and the importance of establishing a relationship with a local veterinarian for regular checkups."
Added John Greer, executive director, Niagara SPCA and Humane Society: "With our mobile efforts we are able to reach into communities and provide services that they would not otherwise be able to receive, making for healthier animals and communities."
WATCH: Global Peterborough's Shelter Pet Project: Animals looking for their forever homes


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Content on this page are prototype snippets from Engineering Simulations and specialized next gen Training Modules developed with Aj Stack Solutions. This is only a
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Natives from South and Central America were known for using rubber for generations. However, rubber products were not able to stand up to extreme heat and cold temperatures, which caused them to become fragile during the change in seasons. In the 1830s, inventors put significant efforts into developing more durable rubber products. Still, it was not until 1839 that the American inventor Charles Goodyear discovered that removing sulfur from rubber and then heating it will make the rubber retain its elasticity and harden. This process was called vulcanization and opened the gate for water and weather resistance rubber products [1][2]. With the development of the concept of macromolecules by the Noble laureate Herman Staudinger in the 1920s, the sulfur cross-linked reactions provided several innovations. Those led to the improvement of other rubber mechanical properties (i.e., strength, elasticity, hardness, abrasion resistance) and created almost all rubber products known today [3].
The main market sector of vulcanized products is in the automotive and transportation industries. About 75% of the rubber produced is used in vulcanized rubber tires. Other applications include healthcare products (i.e., gloves, prostheses) as well as other industrial applications (i.e., hoses, conveyor belts). The growth of this market will continue as the automobile demand increases across the globe, besides that in the aerospace industry [4].
In this article, you will learn about:
Rubber can be classified based on its origin into natural rubber and synthetic rubber.
Natural rubber is obtained from latex, a white milky liquid found from the rubber tree (Hevea Brasiliensis) or other plants.
In contrast, synthetic rubber is an artificial polymer produced from petroleum by-products. At this stage, rubber is soft, sticky, thermoplastic, and exhibits low tensile strength and low elasticity.
Both natural and synthetic rubber can be vulcanized to improve their properties and convert into a tough and firm, non-thermoplastic material with improved tensile strength [5].
Vulcanization is a chemical process in which elastomeric materials are heated with an agent (generally sulfur), an activator, an accelerator, and sometimes a retarder to form a cross-linked molecular network. This results in improved properties such as elasticity, resilience, tensile strength, viscosity, hardness, and weather resistance [3].
The vulcanization process involves three stages:
In the induction stage, the flow time is defined as the point where the crosslinking reaction starts at a temperature range between 180 °F (82 °C) and 230 °F (110 °C).
In the curing stage, the permanent crosslinks are formed, which ultimately depends on the amount of vulcanizing agent, activity, reaction time, temperature, and nature of the rubber. The rate of cure is also defined at this stage as the parameter that determines the time a compound is cured.
In the last stage, known as the optimum state of cure, all properties in the rubber compound are formed as the curing process continues to the point where it reaches its elastic behavior. At the optimum state, vulcanized rubber can return to its original length after up to ten cycles of deformation under tension and compression. If the cure process continues beyond the optimum state, it is called overcure.
If the overcure occurs in synthetic rubber, this can continue to harden, and the modulus of elasticity can increase while tensile strength and elongation decrease. If the overcure occurs in natural rubber, stiffening or softening can take place, where the rubber physical and adhesion properties are reduced [6].
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The earliest and most common vulcanizing curing agent used is sulfur. Approximately 1 to 3 parts of sulfur per 100 parts or rubber elastomer are generally used for most rubber products. Sulfur is considered a slow agent and its reaction rate can be accelerated by using activators, which are composed of a metal oxide and a fatty acid [7].
When vulcanization uses activators, the process is said to act more rapidly than using the crosslinking by sulfur alone. However, the production process is still considered slow for most purposes, so accelerators are added. Vulcanization accelerators affect the flow time and cure rate, which are properties that relate to the speed the accelerator would take to transform into its active salt form [7]. The most common accelerator is a combination of zinc oxide and fatty acid, also known as zinc fatty acid [8].
In addition to accelerators, retarders or pre-vulcanization inhibitors can be added to the system to avoid premature vulcanization. Retarders act on increasing the induction time and affecting the cure rate, which also prevents zinc salt formation. Acids are generally used as retarders [7][8].
The following table presents a summary of the vulcanization additives mostly used in the industry [8].
Table 1. Types and examples of vulcanization additives.
Additive type
Examples of most used additives
Vulcanizing agents
Metallic Oxides
Zinc oxide and Stearic acid
Benzoic acid
Salicylic acid
The future trends of rubber vulcanization will be aimed at improving the mechanical properties of rubber products and optimizing crosslinking processes. This can be achieved by developing new alternatives for chemical additives that can benefit the rubber compounds in obtaining higher elastic properties.
[1] Connecticut History Online. "Charles Goodyear and the Vulcanization of Rubber" [Online].
[2] Bellis, M. (2018), "Vulcanized Rubber", ThoughtCo.
[3] Coran A.Y. (2013), The Science and Technology of Rubber, Elsevier, Fourth Edition, pp 337-381.
[4] Market Research Future (2019), "Rubber Vulcanization Market Research Report – Global Forecast till 2025" [Online].
[5] Kumar Ch. S. S. R., and Nijasure A. M. (1997), "Vulcanization of Rubber, How to Alter Molecular Structure and Influence Physical Properties", Resonance, [Online].
[6] Cremeens, M., Vulcanization (Parts 1, 2, and 3 of a 3-part Series), Technical Article, NIBA The Belting Association Newsletter, December 2003 (Part 1), June 2004 (Part 2), September 2004 (Part 3).
[7] Ciullo, P.A., Hewitt, H. The Rubber Formulary, Plastics Design Library, Elsevier, p 4-49, 1999
[8] Polymer Property Database (2015), "Common Accelerators for Sulfur Vulcanization" [Online].
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What You Need to Know About Travel to High-Altitude Destinations
Eventually, everyone who plans a trip to Machu Picchu finds out just how much their genetic pre-disposition to adjust to high altitude affects the amount of suffering they may have to endure on their vacation. Everyone reacts differently to the realization that not only do they have to figure out how to book hotels, trains, tickets, buses and flights to a remote spot in the middle of the Andes Mountains, but they have to add symptoms of altitude sickness to the list of "things to know before you go."
For over 13 years, I have been going to Cusco, Peru, La Paz, Bolivia, and Quito, Ecuador. Often multiple trips in one year. If fate somehow matches people with the most genetically compatible travel destinations, they decided to have some fun when it was my turn. "Let's see what happens when this 6' tall chica from the northern European gene pool visits Cusco. Over and over." My gringo DNA sucks at altitude. I didn't see it coming. Being an active traveler all my life, I sashayed right into Cusco, then crumbled into a whimpering heap of pity. I tried all the natural remedies you can think of; gingko biloba, chlorophyll, coca leaf, vitamins, and nothing worked. Until diamox (acetazolamide). I'm now my own anecdotal high altitude science experiment. Compared to when I first started visiting altitudes exceeding 8000 ft, I've "taught" my body to suck it up (literally). The limited supply of oxygen. And stop whining. When the doors of the plane fling open, I'm ready. Give it to me Cusco! I stopped taking any meds for altitude in 2017, except for ibuprofen when needed. So far I do fine upon arrival in Cusco. But I try to avoid going to La Paz from sea level.
Exactly How High is Machu Picchu?
The reality is that Machu Picchu is not that high. Topping out at 8000 ft / 2438 m, is a notable, but modest elevation gain. But what really gets people's attention is the fact that the nearest airport in Cusco, Peru is a whopping 11,000 ft / 3353 m. And. And. One of the biggest factors affecting this whole travel scenario is that there is absolutely no way to acclimatize gradually. This violates all the rules we know about adjusting to altitude. Nearly 100% of the flights to Cusco, come from Lima, Peru, located on the balmy sea level coast. The flight is 1 hour and 20 minutes and in no way allows for any adjustment to high altitude. Take a deep breath as the doors of the plane lockup in Lima and when the doors fling open in Cusco, the first thing your body does is gasp for air (just kidding). Your body speeds up your rate of respiration in an effort to pump more oxygen-enriched blood throughout your body. (This reaction is also known to increase your metabolism and has been reported to result in weight loss. Thought you would like that)
What does it "feel" like to breathe thin air?
Our bodies are designed to breath involuntarily as well as voluntarily. Fortunately we don't have to remember to breath. But if we want to we can. When you step off the airplane in Cusco or La Paz, suddenly, the only thing you sense is your breath. Breathe you say to yourself. Breathe again. And again. I'm pretty sure I have noticed my body trying to breathe in and out at the same time. It doesn't work out well. The rhythm of breathing becomes unsynchronized and every so often I cough and gasp and have to consciously find the cadence for inhalations. It happens at night too. I'll wake myself up gasping. It only happens when I sleep at altitude. I've noticed that when I try to breath deeply, for instance when climbing a steep hill, I can't "feel" the air going into my lungs. My diaphram is moving, my mouth is gaping open like a whale scooping krill, and my body says, "OK, where is it?"
Thanks to the Inca who built Machu Picchu and many other amazing stone structures in nooks and crannies all over the Andes Mountains, we now have thousands and thousands of ordinary people of all ages trying to figure out how to adapt to high altitude on their vacation.
What can you expect?
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Insomnia
Dont' make this mistake when traveling to high altitude destinations
On my second trip to Peru, I made the neophyte mistake of starting our trip at Lake Titicaca. We flew from sea level to 12,500 ft / 3810m in 2 hours. That was a bad move. It hurt. Within 30-45 minutes of arrival I only wanted to lie down. And I was fine if I happened to die. By the time we got to the hotel in Puno, the best I could do was crawl into my bed and shut my eyes to keep people from talking to me. I just wanted to slip away in peace. One of the teens in our group had a similar, but less virulent reaction to the altitude. Age is not a factor for experiencing altitude symptoms.
An amazing thing happened. Vidal was our guide, and he popped in with an oxygen tank and slapped the mask around my face. Within 4 minutes I was up and immediately resumed barking orders and annoying my travel companions. Not to mention I was starving, where was our dinner? The oxygen didn't return me to my 100% normal self, but it was close enough.
What can you do to prepare for high altitude and minimiz AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness)?
- if you live in high altitude place like Denver, Santa Fe or Mammoth Lakes, California you are pre-acclimatized and should be fine
- Drink extra water. Before you travel and while you're on the way. Dehydration makes your blood thick and sludgy. Thicker blood can affect the flow of oxygen throughout your body.
- Avoid alcohol and caffeine (if you drink coffee or tea daily, it's beneficial to have at least 1 cup to avoid caffeine withdrawal headache)
- Schedule easy activities at the beginning of your trip. Movement and mild activity can be beneficial for healthy people.
- Avoid stressful travel. If you don't sleep well on planes, then don't fly the redeye to Lima. Try to arrive in Cusco rested and as normal as possible.
- Ask your physician if a prescription for Diamox would help you (you have to take it before you arrive in order to get the benefits)
- Take aspirin or ibuprofen. Pretreatment may raise the threshold for headaches which can be beneficial the first day of arrival. (LINK TO NIH REPORT)
- Buy a pulse oximeter to measure your arterial blood oxygen saturation levels. It's a tiny non-invasive device you attach to your finger
- Train before you travel. I don't mean the Olympic training center. Exercise and fitness will help you adjust quickly. It will not alter your genetic predisposition to suffer from lack of oxygen. My gym has a special mask you attach to your face to restrict oxygen intake while exercising. Ask your gym to get one. You can train your diaphram and body to function with less O2.
- Supplemental oxygen. All hotels in Cusco and Puno have tanks. Some hotels in La Paz may have tanks. Although you can buy personal tanks at pharmacies for about $10-$25 USD, the quality of the oxygen delivery is not as good as the tanks the hotels have.
- Eat light the first day. Avoid street foods. Always drink bottled water.
When Should you Worry?
- if symptoms worsen after the first 12 hours
- hacking cough with pink or bloody phlegm
- fever
- Pregnancy. Good rule to understand. Whatever Mom is experiencing, so is baby. Ask your doctor or midwife if you should travel to high altitude destinations.
Should you go straight to the Sacred Valley (or lower altitude) when you arrive in Cusco?
If you have the choice to acclimatize at lower altitude, it could be the best option. It may depend on where you are. In Peru, we see many people online recommend going to the lower elevation of Sacred Valley (9000 ft) when you arrive in Cusco, However, we have a different approach. Hotels in the Sacred Valley are isolated and there is limited access to:
- public transportation
- pharmacies or medical services
- restaurants, museums or activities
- guides
- airport
All visitors to Machu Picchu will pass through the SV on the way. It's more efficient use of your time if you start in Cusco, then progress to the Sacred Valley on your way to Machu Picchu. We have not been able to find any evidence that supports this idea that the lower altitude in the Sacred Valley is low enough to make a substantial difference in adjusting to the altitude.
For visitors looking for a quiet escape and place to enjoy nature, then going to the Sacred Valley is an ideal place to start. We can pick you up on the way to Machu Picchu.
The good news is that within 12-24 hours most people will reach a level of comfort that will permit them to function normally with the exception of shortness of breath on stairs or climbs. That doesn't really go away on short visits. And it's another reason we organize our trips the way we do. We intentionally allow time for people to adjust to altitude on the first day or two. And with Machu Picchu being lower than Cusco, by the time you get to the citadel, you're ready to marinate yourself in the world of the Inca.
Is there such a thing as High Altitude Travel Insurance?
If you're participating in adventurous activities like hiking, skiing, rafting, zip-lining, it's possible that insurance companies may not cover risky activities, or activities above certain altitudes. What you need to know:
- is coverage limited by maximum altitude? And if so, what is it?
- does coverage include search, rescue and transportation to a medical facility from a high altitude activity?


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These are strange days for everyone, and the world of nonprofits and the world of Keep Cincinnati Beautiful are no different. Things have slowed down in our world, but the earth keeps on turning. It is not lost on me as I sit in my home office that this week marks not only the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, but also the beginning of Volunteer Appreciation Week. Normal circumstances would mark this confluence with a celebration of what we have all accomplished in making Cincinnati cleaner, safer, healthier and stronger through the efforts of more than 10,000 volunteers each and every year. These two occasions would also mark for us a re-dedication that there remains so much more to do. It would be a call to action to gather friends, neighbors, civic and religious groups and take to the streets of our City to remove trash, reduce blight, fight environmental crimes, and connect with each other. Most of all it would be a wonderful opportunity to engage with friends, old and new, who share our passion for our City and our environment.
Instead I am in my home, as many of you are. I had my own mini Earth Day celebration in my yard this past weekend, which was originally scheduled to be a glorious day of celebration in Washington Park, by doing what little I could to beautify my own little corner of my world. I also reflected, about the past fifty years and the work that has been done in the name of Earth Day, and our collective failures. I reflected on Volunteer Appreciation Week, and the groups large and small who grab gloves, litter sticks, and a smile to make the world a little brighter. I also reflected on our future. What will happen when COVID-19 is behind us? What will we have learned? How will our planet grade us?
A wise friend and mentor told me that fifty percent of our time should be spent just doing what we do, thirty-five percent working on improving what we do, and fifteen percent thinking about doing things differently, doing different things, stopping things that don't work, and building new bridges. The future is going to enable/force to concentrate on that fifteen percent. KCB stands with you, although at a distance of six feet or more, as we reflect on where we have been and think of new ways to preserve our environment for future generations.
-- Jonathan Adee, KCB Executive Director


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41-312. Appointment; term; oath and bond; training courses; fee
A. The secretary of state may appoint notaries public in each county to hold office for four years who shall have jurisdiction in the county in which they reside and in which they are appointed. Acknowledgments of documents may be taken and executed and oaths may be administered by a notary public in any county of the state although the commission is issued to the notary public in and for another county.
B. The secretary of state shall give notice of the appointment to the person appointed who shall take, within twenty days after receiving such notice, the oath prescribed by law and give a bond, with sureties approved by the state, in an amount prescribed by the secretary of state and file it with the secretary of state. On filing the official oath and bond, the secretary of state shall deliver the commission to such person.
C. A notary public is a public officer commissioned by this state and the following apply without regard to whether the notary public's employer or any other person has paid the fees and costs for the commissioning of the notary public, including costs for the official seal and journals:
1. A notary public's official seal and commission and any journal that contains only public record entries remain the property of the notary public.
2. A notary public may perform notarizations outside the workplace of the notary's employer except during those times normally designated as the notary public's hours of duty for that employer. All fees received by a notary public for notarial services provided while not on duty remain the property of the notary public.
3. An employer of a notary public shall not limit the notary public's services to customers or other persons designated by the employer.
D. A notary public shall continue to serve until the notary public's commission expires, the notary public resigns the commission, the notary public dies or the secretary of state revokes the commission. An employer may not cancel the notary bond or notary commission of any notary public who is an employee and who leaves that employment.
E. A notary public shall comply with all of the following:
1. Be at least eighteen years of age.
2. Be a citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States.
3. Be a resident of this state for income tax purposes and claim the individual's residence in this state as the individual's primary residence on state and federal tax returns.
4. Except as provided in section 41-330, subsection A, paragraph 2, never have been convicted of a felony.
5. Keep as a reference a manual that is approved by the secretary of state and that describes the duties, authority and ethical responsibilities of notaries public.
F. An applicant for appointment and commission as a notary public shall complete an application form prescribed by the secretary of state. Except for the applicant's name and business address, all information on the application is confidential and may not be disclosed to any person other than the applicant, the applicant's personal representative or an employee or officer of the federal, state or local government who is acting in an official capacity. The secretary of state shall use the information contained on the application only for carrying out the purposes of this article.
G. This state or any of its political subdivisions may pay the fees and costs for the commissioning of a notary public who is an employee of this state or any of its political subdivisions and who performs notarial services in the course of the notary public's employment or for the convenience of public employees.
H. The secretary of state may require that applicants attend a notary training course before receiving their commissions and notaries attend a notary training course within ninety days before renewing their commissions. The secretary of state may assess a fee prescribed by the secretary of state for administering notary training courses. The secretary of state shall deposit the fees collected in the notary education fund established by section 41-332.


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@article {300, title = {Making music in early childhood: A study of the formats of participation}, journal = {British Journal of Music Education}, volume = {35}, number = {2}, year = {2018}, month = {03/2018}, pages = {117-132}, abstract = {
This paper presents research carried out in a kindergarten in Catalonia with the aim of studying the different kinds of musical activity that take place during one school day. This is an ethnographic study where the researcher became an extra teacher in a group of one to two-year-olds and interacted with them musically. The methodology is based in a participatory observation approach and data are collected via video-recordings, field notes and a daily exchange of impressions and reflections with the teacher. The results show four different kinds of participation that determine the type of musical activity carried out when children are placed in the spotlight: (a) active audience, (b) performer pointer (c) performer proof with expert, and (d) performer proof without expert.}, issn = {0265-0517 }, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1017/S0265051717000328}, url = {https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-music-education/article/making-music-in-early-childhood-a-study-of-the-formats-of-participation/6FE63CA3CB7040FF37C40259F5847FD0}, author = {P{\'e}rez-Moreno, J{\`e}ssica} }


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Sangli (Maharashtra): Septuagenarian farmer Ganesh Hatade's joy knows no bounds. As long as he can remember, he has only seen terrible drought in this part of Maharashtra. Not any more.
"I have never seen so much pure, clean water in decades, in fact in my whole life. It seems too good to be true. I hope it lasts till I die," Hatade said, eyes turning moist as he filled a weathered bucket from a nearby flowing stream.
Hatade is a resident of Daphalapor village in Sangli in western Maharashtra, among those benefitted by a government initiative to bring water to some of the most parched villages.
Daphalapor is just one among 2,200 villages in the region falling under a rain shadow and suffering from recurring drought.
Besides hitting crops and livestock, the drought has plummeted ground water levels to alarming depths, as witnessed by a select team of visiting mediapersons.
This is despite 11 big and small dam projects which have been taken up, hundreds of crores of rupees invested but without bringing respite to the daily sufferings.
But a unique initiative, costing Rs.445 crore, spearheaded by Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan coupled with an unexpected bonanza of heavy rains, has brought smiles to the farmers and villagers.
"Instead of merely targeting the drought-relief operations, the state government decided to take up an Integrated Watershed Management Programme to make these areas self-sufficient without depending solely on monsoon," said Sangli Collector D.S. Kushwaha.
This was done in the form of constructing small cement check dams to prevent the precious rainwater from flowing into the drains, creating tiny farm ponds and percolation tanks.
In addition, desilting works were carried out in existing water sources, revatilising of old bunds and wells and augmenting locally available water resources in the 368 villages (of 2,200), which fall in Sangli district.
These measures led to electrifying results, according to Satara Collector N. Ramaswamy.
In Daphalapor, the ground water level rose from -6.92 metres in 2012 to -0.22 metres this year. In Athapadi village, it rose from -0.96 metres to +0.87 metres, virtually making it a fertile, marshy region.
The increased groundwater levels have resulted in increased water diverted to existing and new storage points in these regions, which are now flush with water.
"So far, we have constructed more than 2,000 cement check dams which have created an additional water storage capacity of 8.50 TMC or roughly equivalent to the capacity of 23.8 million water tankers," said a beaming Pune Divisional Commissioner Vikas Deshmukh.
Hatade's family is making the best of the bounty of nature's most precious resources.
"Usually, we used to get tanker waters practically round-the-year. But this year, my 10-year old daughter can afford the luxury of a daily bath, something unheard of in these areas," he said.
Abundant water has also meant a fillip to the local economy, reliant entirely on agriculture.
Farmers have furiously started sowing in advance for the Rabi season and are hoping for a bumper crop this year, said a small farmer, Manohar Pathare from Pandharpur in Solapur.
Until last year, the family was forced to work as farm labourers in sugarcane fields outside to survive.
For a change, government officials attribute the success of the scheme to the voluntary participation of the local villagers, irrespective of local politics.
Western Maharashtra is dominated by the Nationalist Congress Party, which along with the Congress governs the state.
"The locals donated labour which quickly helped construct the cement check dams in early 2013. The results we have got in just four months at a fraction of the cost of the dam projects have been just amazing," an official from the chief minister's office explained.
Now, Chief Minister Chavan wants to replicate the project in other perpetually drought-prone regions of Maharashtra to help derive maximum benefits of existing water resources, said the official.
The abundance in water supply had led to other fringe benefits. Earlier, nobody was interested in a groom from the drought-hit villages.
"This year, the situation has changed with marriage preparations in full swing," said an excited Keshav Ghatge, a matrimony organizer from Karad.
Nevertheless, there are still some who feel that the cement check dams at best offer only a temporary solution and doubt whether the existing water supply would even last till next summer.
Despite cynics, government officials are optimistic that a successful beginning has been made and the benefits would prove to be long-term and permanent in most areas.
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This week I'm bringing you Valentine's Day gift ideas for Him – can you believe it's February already?
These are a few ideas that my hubs would love but they're not gender specific especially. Well, unless you have a beard….!
I've packaged up some of my current favourite gift ideas in a 'hamper'. My husband is a tradie so I've used a toolbox as a hamper and thought this was a cute idea – even with the pink tissue paper!
You might want to recreate your own hamper in a toolbox, a traditional basket, a sports bag – something that will appeal to him and the things he loves.
Here are my 10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Men:
1. Plantronics BackBeat FIT Headphones
If your man is into fitness, these Plantronics BackBeat FIT Headphones are perfect for him! They're flexible but durable and also waterproof too.
So whether you're hitting the gym or running roadside, these sweatproof, nano-coated headphones will see you through. The 'behind the ear' design means they stay in place and are a comfortable fit, plus a single charge (which takes only 15 minutes) lasts up to eight hours!
You can buy Plantronics BackBeat FIT Headphones online here in Australia, here in the US and here in the UK.
For anyone who loves to listen to their favourite tunes while they work out, these are a fab choice. Click here to find out more.
2. Swann Dash Camera
Another awesome choice for adventure seekers is this Economy HD Dash Camera by Swann.
It's so easy to install on your dashboard and allows you to capture your roadtrip adventures!
The Dash Camera records 1080p full HD video and audio in real time, has wide angle viewing and a rechargeable battery.
As well as recording the fun stuff, its vehicle safety system also detects sudden acceleration, collisions and can help protect you from fraudulent insurance claims.
Transfer recorded footage to your computer using the mini USB cable and it only takes minutes to set up up the car. You literally just stuck it to the windscreen!
You can buy Swann Economy HD Dash Camera online here in Australia, here in the US and here in the UK.
3. Patricks Personalised Hair Products
Sydney based, luxury men's hair care brand, Patricks, offer some gorgeous products for men.
Patrick, a former electrician, created the brand back in 2006 and developed a luxury line of products. The range is formulated for maximum performance contained within sleek and stylish packaging.
Stocked by some of the most prestigious international retailers, such as David Jones, Mr Porter and Neiman Marcus, their range is perfect for the man who demands luxury.
To make his Valentine's Day gift from Patricks even more special, they can personalise all products and emboss your man's initials in-house. Mr M will be over the moon when he sees his personalised Patricks M2 matte finish, medium hold hair product. It contains the exclusive Patricks Recovery Compound (PRC) which targets hair loss, growth scalp health and UV protection.
Head to their website here to find out more.
4. FuelBox
FuelBox is a really fun way for couples to connect, or reconnect, and would make a lovely romantic Valentine's Day gift.
For couples who want to add some spark to their conversations, grow as a couple or just get to know each other better, I think the "FuelBox Couples" box is perfect.
This box contains 170 humorous, serious and engaging open questions guaranteed to ignite some great conversation in categories from Love and Romance to Work to Career and Sex.
The FuelBox Couples box is $79.00 and available here: www.fuelboxaustralia.com.au
5. Milkman Grooming Co
Is your partner a bearded beauty or a cleanshaven cutie? Ok, that's a bit weird, apologies!
BUT whichever they are, Milkman Grooming Co has your man covered.
For men who like a close and clean shave, the Milkman Grooming Co new Clear Shave Gel is a shaving experience with no irritation. It's a water-based product that doesn't dry skin and has a gorgeous peppermint and menthol fragrance.
For men rocking a beard, they would love the new Milkman Coco-Fresh Beard Balm! It boasts a tropical coconut fragrance (yum!) and has been especially created to condition and nourish hair follicles.
This Beard Balm helps to alleviate beard itch, split ends (who knew!), and dryness leaving a greasy finish. Find out more about the range here.
You can buy Milkman products online here in Australia and here in the UK.
6. GetSocked
A traditional but super fun choice for Valentine's Day: why not buy your man a sock subscription!
GetSocked is a monthly bamboo sock subscription and they are such gorgeous, bright and great quality socks. Bamboo is so much softer than traditional cotton and these socks are definitely ones I will be pinching from my husband!
Bamboo socks from GetSocked are antimicrobial and as bamboo consumes just one third of the amount of water than other trees, they help the environment too.
You can find out more about the GetSocked range for your man or you here.
7. Smash Water Bottle
Whether your partner works in an office, hits the gym or spends a lot of time travelling, a water bottle is a must-have.
I love the Smash range and this bright blue bottle is perfect to make sure my husband stays hydrated through the day.
You can check out Smash's huge range of bottles and more here.
8. Lhami Citrus & Spice Cologne
My husband has been using this gorgeous cologne from Lhami for a while and it's such a yummy fragrance. It's 100% natural and handmade my Natalie in the Central Coast.
With fresh citrus top notes that settle into a masculine scent, it's a gorgeous long-lasting cologne and aftershave. With a blend of sandalwood and peppery spice base notes and the beautiful Buddahwood which gives a real leather and tobacco note to the fragrance.
Sandalwood has the added benefit of antiseptic properties, and is wonderful for acne, dry skin and rashes.
9. Altec Lansing Jacket H20 Speaker
You'll have seen my review of this gorgeous little bluetooth speaker recently and I love it!
This rugged little speaker is perfect for trips out and it's even waterproof too. After a quick charge via the USB, the battery lasts up to 10 hours.
10. Belkin MIXIT↑™ DuraTek™ Lightning to USB Cable
If your husband is anything like mine, he never remembers to charge his phone. Infuriating! He's a tradie and his car chargers always get full with dust and stop working too.
The Belkin MIXIT DuraTek Lightning to USB cable is perfect for him. It's forged from superior quality metals for ultimate durability. So it can withstand a lot!
As cables go, it's so pretty and available in a range of metallic colours.
You can buy a Belkin MIXIT DuraTek Lightning to USB Cable here in Australia, here in the US and here in the UK.
10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Him Conclusion
So there are my Valentine's Day gift ideas for Him. Although as I said early, none of these are particularly male-specific and I think would suit a lot of people's tastes.
Here are some Valentine's Day date ideas too!
Read next:
- 7 Unique Valentine's Day Gifts
- 10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Her
- Valentine's Day Gift Guide for the Family
- Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for the Work from Home Mum
Which is your favourite?
Originally published on 02.02.17.
Disclosure: All of the above Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Him gifts were sent to me as PR samples. This post contains some affiliate links meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I earn a small commission but this doesn't affect the price you pay.


text: A father and son have been sentenced in federal court for a lucrative marijuana operation that stretched from Tehama County to Connecticut. 64-year-old Eric Bergenn lived in Windham, Connecticut while his son, 33-year-old Arthur Bergenn, moved to Corning in 2010 and started growing marijuana on 160 acres in rural Tehama County. He had two other properties in Corning, on Canal View Road and on North Mendocino Drive, where he lived and processed the pot. He then would package it and send it through the U.S. Mail to his father in Connecticut to sell at top dollar. Over the course of four years, more than 1.2 Million Dollars in cash was deposited into 12 separate bank accounts by Eric Bergenn. He also sent bulk cash through the mail to Arthur in Corning. All of the bank deposits were done in amounts of less than $10,000 to avoid triggering federal currency transaction reports. The Federal DEA and the IRS started investigating the pair in 2014 and eventually searched the three Tehama County properties, where they found 300 marijuana plants, more than 50 pounds of processed bud, and lots of evidence of how the operation ran. In 2016 Arthur pleaded guilty to federal conspiracy charges of cultivation and money laundering. He was sentenced Friday to 18 months in federal prison followed by 3 years of supervised release. Eric pleaded to the same charges last April and he awaits sentencing. They also have been ordered to forfeit their Tehama County properties and $50,000 cash that was seized.


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From David Fabian: It's easier than ever for investors to access complicated trading strategies using ETFs, but given the dangerous nature of some of these funds, it pays to understand them fully first.
The ubiquitous nature of ETFs ensures that they are accessible to virtually any type of investor in any type of account. That's generally a good thing for the majority of these low-cost, diversified, and tax-efficient tools. Nevertheless, it also opens the door for complex and potentially unsuitable investments to make their way into places they should likely never appear.
Case in point is the growing use of short ETFs, which are also referred to as bear market or inverse funds. These contrarian vehicles have become a "go to" tool for many active investors who wish to make a bet that the market will fall.
What Are Inverse ETFs?
These unconventional funds function by taking short positions and/or purchasing sophisticated derivatives such as swaps and options in an established index or group of stocks. The goal is to achieve a negative correlation with a benchmark such as the S&P 500 Index. This can be done in a direct 1x inverse correlation or with an embedded leverage component that magnifies price action by two or three times.
For instance, the ProShares Short S&P 500 ETF (NYSE:SH) is a popular way to achieve inverse daily price movement based on the S&P 500. This ETF has nearly $2.7 billion in total assets and charges an expense ratio of 0.90%. Its leveraged peer is the ProShares UltraShort S&P 500 ETF (NYSE:SDS), which magnifies this daily effect by a factor of two.
If you are ultra-aggressive, the Direxion Daily S&P 500 Bear 3x Shares (NYSE:SPXS) may have caught your eye. This fund uses a leverage factor of three (or 300%) to achieve its stated goal of daily inverse returns of the benchmark, net of fees. There are also inverse funds available that track individual countries, regions, sectors, fixed-income, and commodity indexes. A full list of the 140+ offerings can be accessed here.
The key to owning any inverse ETF is to remember that performance statistics are achieved only on a daily basis. The high expenses, use of leverage, decay of the underlying derivatives, and compounding effects work against the tracking of the benchmark over long periods of time.
Funds like SH and SDS have existed for over a decade now and have managed to function in a relatively satisfactory manner. As with any ETF, minor hiccups in trading or tracking can occur at varying frequencies. These are typically resolved in a timely manner and hasn't meaningfully detracted from the use of these products.
How To Use These Funds
After understanding how these funds work, it's important to ask yourself if inverse ETFs are suitable for your needs. Most long-term investors are likely focused on growing and compounding their wealth through a combination of stocks and bonds. They typically achieve a suitable risk profile through appropriate asset allocation decisions rather than market timing. The high cost of these funds and the contrarian nature of the strategy may also detract from their appeal.
Investors who find success with inverse ETFs are those who are more actively engaged with their investment portfolio on a daily basis. They likely have a more aggressive risk tolerance and want to achieve some level of protection for existing stock holdings or make a directional bet that the market will fall.
Under this latter example, timing is everything. Inverse ETFs are not designed to be long-term holding vehicles. Those who achieve the highest success rates are able to use them on a short-term basis and with a disciplined risk management plan such as a stop loss.
Alternative Strategies
It's also worth noting there are alternative measures to inverse ETFs that can be reasonably implemented on a portfolio-level as well. For example, using options strategies such as puts on single stocks or ETFs can achieve a similar hedging effect.
Furthermore, those who believe that the market will fall may opt to simply sell a portion of their holdings and move to cash. That way, if you are wrong, the only thing that has been lost is opportunity rather than money.
The Bottom Line
Inverse ETFs can have suitable applications for those with an aggressive risk tolerance and familiarity with holding short positions. Nevertheless, it goes without saying that these tools should only be used sparingly and may not be appropriate for all investors.
This article is brought to you courtesy of FMD Capital.
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A king is born in the 1500m race in the name of George Meitamei Manangoi.
The World U20 was yesterday lit with the explosive performance of Manangoi the younger brother to World 1500m Champion, Elijah as he won convincingly in the 1500m finals at the championship with a time of 3:41.71.
This race was a plethora of the best the world has to offer in talent but at the end his tactical brilliance in the final 100m proved too much for the 'best'.
At only 17, this is his biggest win yet and it came much like the stuff of legend. The race boasted great talent in the likes of Justus Suget, his senior and the more experienced competitor, the super-talented Jacob Ingebrigtsen and Ethiopia's world indoor champion Samuel Tefara but in the end experience bows down at the feet of sheer talent, determination and tactical brilliance that George displayed.
Watching George Manangoi today, it was hard not to think of his older brother's run in Beijing as the same late burst of speed was on display. Manangoi was actually boxed in on the final turn, but rather than panic, he stayed patient and unleashed his kick to devastating effect over the final 100 meters. A 52.87 final lap is terrific running, especially when you consider the change of gears Manangoi deployed over the final 100.
Now the athletics world is mentioning his names alongside greats with his personal best at 3:35.53 so close to the world record of 3:31. At 17 years he can surpass this mark easily if consistency and discipline remain steadfast in his training manual.
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Warren Beatty will be honored at next January's Golden Globe Awards telecast with the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement. The award, voted by the Board of Directors of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, was announced yesterday at a morning press conference by James Caan.
The DeMille Award will be presented to Beatty at The 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards to be held Monday, January 15, 2007 and telecast live on NBC (8-11 pm EST).
Beatty received five Golden Globes; including one as Best Actor (Comedy or Musical) for Heaven Can Wait and another as Best Director for Reds. He also received Golden Globes as producer of Best Picture (Drama) Bugsy and Best Picture (Comedy or Musical) for Heaven Can Wait. He has received a total of 12 Golden Globe nominations; including Best Actor (Drama) for Reds, Bugsy, Bonnie and Clyde andSplendor In the Grass. He received Best Actor (Comedy or Musical) nominations for Bulworth and Shampoo. He also received Best Screenplay nominations for Bulworth and Reds. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association named him Most Promising Newcomer in 1962.
Recent Cecil B. DeMille winners include Anthony Hopkins (2006), Robin Williams (2005), Michael Douglas (2004), Gene Hackman (2003),Harrison Ford (2002), Al Pacino (2001), Barbra Streisand (2000), and Jack Nicholson (1999).
Nominations for The 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards will be announced at 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 14. The 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards will take place Monday, January 15, 2007 at The Beverly Hilton with a live telecast airing on NBC at 8 PM (EST) and produced by Dick Clark Productions in association with the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Philip Berk is President of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Allen Shapiro and Barry Adelman are executive producers. Chris Donovan is director. Al Schwartz is consulting producer. Ken Shapiro is producer. Ron Weed is co-producer.
Photo Credit: Warren Beatty in the 1971 Robert Altman film McCabe & Mrs. Miller.
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Keanu Reeves has stepped up to the limelight in advanced talks for a new American football comedy film titled, The Replacements. Reeves has been missing from screens since the 1997 film, The Devils Advocate, choosing instead to plough his energy into alternative rock band Dogstar, in which he plays bass.
Hammered by all music critics, Dogstar have not exactly taken off with the same success as Keanu's career since the 1994 blockbuster, Speed. No doubt to keep the funds rolling in and drum up some much-needed PR for the band, Reeves is dabbling once again.
The Warner Bros. picture is based on the real-life crew of ragtag jocks who served as replacements during the 1987 National Football League players strike. Reeves would play the leader of the band of misfits who led the Washington Redskins to their impressive winning streak during that shortened season.
The project was acquired last year by WB as a pitch by Vince McKewin of Fly Away Home, who wrote the screenplay. As yet, no director is attached, but with Reeves onboard, the film is now an open assignment.
Reeves himself will next grace the big-screen in the WB sci-fi epic, The Matrix, scheduled to open April 2. Warner executives were said to be so enthused by test screenings and industry reaction to the picture, that they struck quickly to get Reeves onboard for another film.


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Small City Among the First to Roll Back Curbs on Home Sales
A small city in eastern China is lifting a rule that prohibits homeowners from selling their properties for at least two years after the purchase date, making it one of the first cities in the country to roll back regulations designed to stop speculation in the once-blazing real estate market.
The cancellation of the rule in Heze, Shandong province, could herald property market deregulation elsewhere in the country, analysts said, sparking speculation that government efforts to cool the market may have outlived their usefulness as the economy slows.
In a bid to boost growth in its property market, the Heze government announced Tuesday that it is rolling back restrictions that bar local residents from selling their homes for two years and prohibit nonlocal buyers from selling for three years, according to a notice (link in Chinese) on the local government's website.
Heze's restrictions on home sales were part of the central government's nationwide efforts to rein in the country's once-overheated real estate market. These restrictions are widely considered to have succeeded in clearing out speculative investments, said Zhang Dawei, chief analyst at the Centaline Property Research Center.
Zhang said that Heze is among the first cities in the country to roll back a rule that restricts when buyers can sell their homes, and it could serve as a role model for cities in the rest of the country. More than 90 cities across China have implemented similar rules for home sales, he said.
"The restrictions on property sales are meant to combat speculation. Once they are canceled, it will have a huge impact on the market," Zhang said, adding that the rules should remain in place.
Heze is home to several large shantytown redevelopment projects that have helped drive up property prices. Under present circumstances, if speculative property investment is encouraged, it will undermine the government housing goals, Zhang said.
Other analysts also see more property deregulation on the way.
Property policies were conspicuously left off the agenda at recent meetings of the Politburo, a committee of the 25 most senior Communist Party members. Analysts saw this as a subtle sign that the central government intends to relax controls over the property market. These Politburo meetings, organized to discuss the nation's economic matters, are often held days before the annual Central Economic Works Conference, which sets economic policy for the following year.
"Perhaps the central government is satisfied with the overall effect of the property controls, so they didn't mention them at the meetings," an executive of a leading property firm told Caixin. "At least we may not see more rules to rein in the sector in the near future."
Local governments can fine-tune regulatory policies based on their own circumstances, said Deng Haozhi, a real estate economist. "In general, local governments tend to relax property regulations."
Despite the cooling outlook, regulators have shown little sign of loosening their grip on the market. A state media commentary (link in Chinese) in October said that "speculative buyers should not hold any illusions that regulations will be relaxed due to the downward pressure on the economy."
Wang Jing contributed to this report.
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A previous version of this story incorrectly stated that Heze was the first city in China to roll back restrictions on home sales. It was just among the first.
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"Promiscuity in the Vineyards of Vienna!" –The European Wine Bloggers do Austria
I just spent a week with the European Wine Bloggers in and around Vienna.
But isn't that in Austria, and isn't Austria like hop-happy beer-guzzling Germany only a little further south? Well, no. Austrians prefer wine; put away a whole lot of it; and a lot of it is, as I found out, quite excellent.
Vienna has one unique iconic wine institution: the heurigen which are tavern/restaurant/ wine gardens. It turns out here are about 1700 acres (sic) of active vineyards inside the city limits of Vienna. No other city can really make this claim. Sure, Paris has a petit vineyard (Clos Montmartre), and a three-day Harvest Festival (see post). But the festival is strictly for the tourists, and the wine itself is (more…)


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Even though he has gained worldwide fame as a teenager and became multimillionaire by the age of 19 thanks to the Harry Potter movie franchise, Daniel Radcliffe claims he is still down to earth. The 23-year-old star insists that fame hasn't changed him and credits his parents for that.
He told Time Out magazine: "I had really good parents. And I got lucky and I love it. I'm always amused at the way some actor's behavior is truly disgusting. That's one thing that will never happen on one of my sets, if I ever direct. Life's too short to work with a**holes. And I've been lucky enough not to have to."
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While you may be routinely cleaning the basics around your house, there are many objects that can slip through the cracks. From the coffee machine to your cutlery tray, how regularly do you clean these dust-prone places?
'It's easy to spot the obvious dirty areas in your home like spilled food on the dining table, dirty carpets and smudges on the window,' say HomeHow.co.uk. 'But what about the places that may not look particularly dirty but are the most germ-ridden of all?'
Take a look at the everyday objects you may be forgetting to clean...
1. Chopping boards
Cleaning a chopping board by hand is easy enough, but when did you last give yours a thorough clean? To remove excess dirt and grime, mix one tablespoon of bicarbonate of soda, one tablespoon of salt and a little water to form a paste. Then, give your chopping board a good scrub and rinse with hot soapy water. It will look as good as new.
Joyce French, cleaning expert at HomeHow.co.uk explains what to look for when buying a new chopping board: 'Studies show that chopping boards hold 200 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, and can contain moulds and yeasts. When choosing a chopping board, opt for nonporous materials as they are much more hygienic. If you prefer wooden chopping boards, make sure it's hardwood.'
2. Stove knobs
As we prepare food on a stove, grease can splatter on the knobs, collecting dust, crumbs and hair. While often forgotten, it's important you give these a regular clean, too. If your knobs are removable, pull them off and let them soak in warm soapy water for a few minutes. Depending on when you last cleaned them, you may be a stronger degreasing agent.
Afterwards, wipe down the stove and then place them back securely. Doing this regularly will help keep stubborn stains at bay.
3. Cutlery tray
Our cutlery trays can harbour dust, dirt and crumbs from the kitchen. Despite holding clean silverware, you never know what can slip through the cracks when you're not looking.
'Although the cutlery drawer is constantly in use, many households do not clean the drawer or tray inside regularly,' adds Joyce. 'To clean, remove all the cutlery and wash as normal in the dishwasher. Remove the cutlery tray and wash this down with hot soapy water and wipe down the interior of the drawer too. Don't forget to clean the handles of your drawer as well. Ensure everything is dry before placing the cutlery back in the tray.'
4. Toothbrush holder
When did you last clean your toothbrush holder? Giving yours a regular clean will soften any stuck-on residue, such as dried toothpaste. Rinse yours in hot water to loosen any gunk, then add in a few drops of tea tree oil and vinegar. Make sure it's completely dry before placing your toothbrush back inside.
5. Pet toys
In addition to getting dirty, soft pet toys can collect dust mites and germs. Getting into the habit of routinely cleaning toys will not only keep your pets safe, but will leave your home smelling fresh, too.
'Built up bacteria can pose a real risk to your pet, and potentially lead to infection or animal acne,' adds Joyce, explaining it's much better to clean toys instead of bin them. 'Use a natural, sanitising agent like vinegar, so that your pet is not harmed by chemicals in commercial detergents.'
To clean yours properly, soak the toy in one part vinegar to four parts water and then gently scrub with a clean sponge. Make sure it's completely dry before returning it to your pup to play with.
6. Coffee machine
There's nothing better than a morning coffee, but how often should we be cleaning the coffee machine? An important process that is necessary if you want increase the longevity of your machine, you can easily descale yours using a vinegar solution. You'll have a delicious brew in no time...
Jan Spencer from Coffee Direct adds: 'To prevent pungent water smells and bacteria build up, simply descale your tank as part of your monthly coffee maintenance. If you don't, the limescale can begin clogging up your coffee machine and affecting the hot water functions, resulting in foul smelling water. If the water tastes off, your machine may have calcium-deposit disease, in which case it is essential to replace your coffee maker.'
7. Kitchen sponges
Sponges are great cleaning tools, but their pores can hold tiny bacteria, mould, and germs. With a previous study by HomeHow.co.uk uncovering that kitchen sponges hold more germs than your toilet, now is the perfect time to learn how to clean them like a pro.
'Whilst you should toss your old kitchen sponges every two weeks, you can clean them in-between too,' adds Joyce. 'Simply saturate the sponge in water and heat on high in the microwave for one minute. The microwave method has proved effective for eradicating 99.9 per cent of germs.'
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Risk evaluation demands active contribution of occupational physician, which is to undergo objective verification and be addressed to person at work. For this purpose, a new operative fixed pattern has been studied which, starting from the working deseases listed in DM 27th April 2004, could assess the incidence of deseases in the working environment examined. Each occupational disease has been confronted to previously studied working profiles by means of dedicated software. 254 cleaning operators working in day nurseries and nursery schools were examined, mostly females, average age 48.6 yrs, average seniority 18.1 yrs. 60% were considered fit with limitation, and significant number of occupational diseases was detected. Considering the osteoarticular apparatus, 12.3% resulted affected by carpal tunnel syndrome, 10% by upper limb desease, 13.4% by vertebral disk desease. The prevalence of deseases is higher than in literature data. The re-evaluation identified risks underestimated, and proved the need of medical protocol. Further investigation is required. Nevertheless, attention to worker and not to task assessed higher potential risk and work related desease diagnosis not considered in the past.
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|Occupational physician takes part to risk evalutation through an operational model. First results on how this new procedure has affected public administration employees
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|Giornale Italiano di Medicina del Lavoro ed Ergonomia
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Park La Posada is an exclusive residential retirement community: The dream of retiring to Spain one day stops being a dream the moment you visit the park. You will see just how easy it is to turn a dream into reality. To get you started you can download our V-Brochure to watch later.
The park is less than an hour from Malaga airport but well away from the tourist areas. Our location in Europe means residents living in the park can enjoy warmer weather plus a lower cost of living surrounded by Spanish culture. Living in real Spain with new friends and neighbours makes the retirement lifestyle special.
With some reasonably priced mobile or park homes on sale with owners offering buyer protection, you can soon be settled in Spain and enjoying your retirement.
Buying a mobile or park home within the park does not involve legal fees or taxes and the facilities in the park are for the exclusive use of homeowners. Commercial renting out homes to holidaymakers is not allowed in the park, which means all our residents enjoy a relaxed way of life.
For UK citizens, our park agent, Costa Difference, provides all the information you need to help you obtain the non-lucrative visa that is now required to become a resident in Spain. You can access that information here.
Your new life in Spain can quickly go from a dream to reality with our support and the retirement community that has built up over the years.
It all begins with a) finding this website and then b) watching the park's video.
You will then get your first "feel" of Park La Posada, a residential retirement community in Spain. The next step is to visit the park in person and see for yourself what the lifestyle is all about.
Why not take a few moments and enjoy the park video below.
With English as the common language inside the park, the reception staff can look after and support residents of all nationalities. Real Spain is right outside the park, and nothing is more Spanish than the Hotel Posada el Tempranillo. If you love Spain, you will love Park La Posada and the local area.
Park La Posada residential park opened in 2004. It is an exclusive 5* style open all year retirement/semi-retirement park that offers UK and EU citizens a way to retire to Spain easily.
We use Costa Difference as park agents to deal with all enquiries and park visits. They specialise in representing residential parks as well as design and build custom-built park homes for residential use.
Their knowledgeable customer service team are on hand to answer any questions you may have about the park or the community lifestyle.
The park provides resident homeowners with large 200 square metres landscaped plots (as seen in the park's virtual tour), exclusive first-class facilities, security and full administrative support.
A short visit to the park will show you why so many people are calling Park La Posada "home," and perhaps you might want to join them one day?
The park itself is in the village of Alameda, and the nearest town is Antequera. The nearest airport is Malaga on the Costa del Sol for people flying in to visit the park.
La Posada Park has developed over the years into a wonderful park community thanks to the common language policy inside the park.
We provide first-class facilities and total support designed to ensure carefree retirement. With a choice of mobile or park homes on sale within the park, becoming a resident is easy. Homes are priced in GBP and Euros.
Thanks to our residents' love of Spain, and everything Spanish, the park has become an integral part of the village.
Visit the park.
Residents are the ones who look after visitors to our park. This is because they are best qualified to answer any questions you may have. We call them our park ambassadors. They meet visitors in reception and look after them whilst in the park. Having been through the whole moving to Spain process themselves, they perfectly explain the pros and cons.
Park visits are arranged using our park agents Costa Difference. Representing the park for over ten years, they ensure that a resident welcomes guests. Most people come to see the quality of our park and the community lifestyle.
If planning to visit the area and the park, we recommend staying in the town of Antequera for a few days. Right now, the Hotel Los Dolmenes seems to be perfect as a base. Free parking and social distancing protocols mean a stay in this hotel will be as relaxed as it can be; check out availability.
Costa Difference will give full directions from the hotel you are staying at in Antequera to the park. They will also arrange for one of the residents to meet you and show you around. This is required because just turning up is not possible. The park is secure, plus the resident's privacy is respected.
You can also rent a car from Malaga airport if needed as quite often there are some great deals out of season with Discover car hire. The journey from the airport is very straightforward.
Homes in the park.
Park La Posada is the ONLY park in Europe where you can find resale UK mobile homes, resale custom-built park homes and new custom-built park homes.
Owners of homes advertised on this website are selling with the benefit of a SAPA contract (Sale Agreement by Private Arrangement) drawn up by Costa Difference between the seller and the buyer. They then oversee the legal transfer of ownership.
The SAPA contract includes "Price Check", "Home Check", and "Vacant Possession" clauses with seller and buyer protection built-in.
You will undoubtedly meet some of the park home residents during a park visit as you stroll around. Residents who have already made Park La Posada their home. It is thanks to them that we have a wonderful community spirit within the park. Everyone supports each other, and the park in support as well.
Without a doubt, we are a "must visit" park in the Antequera area if you want to retire or semi-retire near Malaga. The facilities and services we offer our residents are second to none.
Our service.
We make everything easy for you—the office deal with all the registration processes to help you settle in Spain in no time. Being 100% residential means our service matches our facilities.
The homes on Park La Posada are for owner/occupiers with family and friends visiting. Subletting of the homes is not allowed. The rule means no holidaymakers renting the home next door every few weeks.
Park La Posada residential park in Spain is perfect for you if you would like a new life in a different country full of culture.
In fact, anyone thinking of living in Spain will benefit from visiting La Posada. Come and talk to people who have made Spain their home. The visit will be both informative and enjoyable.
Being a dedicated residential retirement park, we offer a "Retire to Spain Spanish residencia package" FREE of charge. This service takes a great weight off the shoulders when moving to a different country.
We do all the standard paperwork with you, including "Residencia", "Padron", "NIE", and register you with the local doctors.
The translation service provided is at no cost to you. You only pay for the NIE registration tax on the day plus any special services you require beyond the standard registration process, such as legal translations.
Lifestyle at Retirement Park Community.
English TV to all the mobile homes comes via a connection to the Internet.
Living in La Posada park means you are not alone. With 150 mobile/park homes on the park, a settled community enjoys life to the full. For the most part, it is the park community that, in fact, makes retiring to Spain so easy. The park offers help and support first and foremost, but the residents themselves make new residents welcome.
Exclusive facilities include a swimming pool and a four lane outdoor bowls green. We also have an open-air gym, a pool bar/ leisure complex, plus 24- hour security. The mobile home residents have formed their own bowls club making full use of the bowls green. For the golfers, there is a wonderful golf course in the local town of Antequera. The Posada Bowls Club website will have all the information with regards to the bowls club.
On Park La Posada, you can see inside some resale mobile/park homes during a visit if you wish. There is usually one or two for sale. Owners on the park sell their homes directly to the buyers and not through the park. We take no part in the buying and selling process. This means the process itself is straightforward. Our park agents deal with the park visits and the sales agreement.
Park fees are 365 Euros a month. The park allows family pets subject to certain rules. These include the number of pets and the breed. Dog walkers are lucky, thanks to some wonderful walks near the park and an umbrella are hardly ever needed.
If you wish to be kept informed about Spain's lifestyle, you can sign up for the Costa Difference mobile homes in Spain newsletter.