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PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has long provided scholarship opportunities for students to attend PACK EXPO. Now, students at the show don't just attend--they participate in engaging events like the Solutions Challenge and Great Packaging Race at PACK EXPO Las Vegas.
“Engagement is key to understanding,” says Maria Ferrante, vice president, Education & Workforce Development, PMMI. “By being active participants in PACK EXPO events, students have a way to better appreciate how they can use their degrees. Whether you’re an end user or a supplier, the packaging and processing supply chain holds a wide range of opportunity. We want to show the students aspects they may not have considered.”
This year, PACK EXPO also highlighted five local high schools that sent their robotics teams to compete FIRST Robotics Competition. FIRST is a national organization that strives to connect students to “real-world engineering,” and show them first-hand where science, technology, engineering and math can lead them. The students demonstrated the robots they built for the 2013 competition at the Future Innovators display in the Education & Workforce Development Pavilion.
“Bringing students to PACK EXPO — and giving them something to accomplish while they’re there — is one of the best ways I know to build our workforce. Students at all levels have told us that their trips to PACK EXPO are eye-openers. They come away excited. They know more about what they can do with their degrees, they have new ideas about what they want to do and they want to learn more. It’s a like giant classroom,” Ferrante says. |
Hands down, Social Security is our country's most important social program. Aside from protecting some 175 million working Americans in the event of long-term disability and/or an untimely death (nearly 6 million people receive a survivor's benefit each month), it's responsible for keeping approximately 15.3 million retired workers above the federal poverty line. More than three out of five of these aged beneficiaries currently lean on the program to provide at least half of their monthly income.
Social Security is facing its biggest challenge in eight decades
But Social Security is also a program facing a steep uphill climb in the coming decades, as foretold by the latest annual report from the Board of Trustees.
Contained in the report is a prediction that Social Security will expend more than it collects this year for the first time since 1982. With the exception of a sight reprieve in 2019, this net cash outflow is expected to really begin surging in 2020 and beyond. After an estimated 16 years of outflows, Social Security's $2.89 trillion in excess cash is expected to be gone.
The silver lining here for seniors, if there's one to be found, is that Social Security is in absolutely no danger of going bankrupt and disappearing, even if the program's excess cash could soon vanish. Thanks to its two sources of recurring revenue -- the 12.4% payroll tax on earned income up to $128,400 (as of 2018) and the taxation of benefits -- Social Security will still be collecting plenty of revenue that can be disbursed to eligible beneficiaries.
The downside of the trustees' outlook is that it clearly shows the unsustainability of the current payout schedule. If Congress doesn't raise any additional funds, then-current and future recipients could be facing an across-the-board cut to benefits of up to 21% by 2034. That's a dismal forecast given the noted reliance on Social Security by seniors.
President Trump's Social Security strategy has changed dramatically over the last 18 years
However, President Trump believes he has the perfect "fix" for Social Security. Rather than making any direct amendments to the program, he believes that boosting economic growth is the best course of action. By passing and signing into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, thereby lowering peak corporate income tax rates and individual taxpayer liability, Trump aims to increase overall employment and wages. This should lead to added payroll tax collection and improve at least the short-term health of Social Security.
But what you may not realize is that Trump's solution to resolve Social Security's problems has evolved quite a bit over time. In 2000, when his book, The America We Deserve, was first published, he offered a markedly different means of paying off the national debt and, subsequently, fixing Social Security's long-term cash shortfall.
Often touted as a president that's gone to bat for the 1%, Trump suggested the idea of introducing a one-time tax of 14.25% on the highest income earners in his book. Back in 2000, this tax would have raised an estimated $5.7 trillion, which would have allowed the country's national debt to have been completely paid off. In turn, it would have saved $200 billion a year in interest payments. Trump suggested that $100 billion of savings be funneled into tax cuts for middle-class families for a decade, with the other $100 billion going into the Social Security Trust, providing it long-term solvency.
Here's the excerpt from The America We Deserve:
I would impose a one-time, 14.25% tax on individuals and trusts with a net worth over $10 million. That would raise $5.7 trillion in new revenue, which we would use to pay off the entire national debt. We would save $200 billion in interest payments, which would allow us to cut taxes on middle-class working families by $100 billion a year or $1 trillion over ten years. We could use the rest of the savings -- $100 billion -- to bolster the Social Security Trust Fund. By 2030, we [will have] put $3 trillion into the trust Fund, which would make it solvent into the next century.
Social Security needs a direct, bipartisan fix
Of course, a 14.25% one-time tax on folks with over $10 million in wealth today probably wouldn't come close to paying off our national debt, which stands at more than $21 trillion, or buoying Social Security over the long run. Nor is it an idea that Trump would be likely to support, especially after passing a major tax cut for all income brackets in December 2017.
If Social Security is going to be fixed, the solution is almost certainly going to need to be direct (i.e., an amendment to the existing law), and, for reasons discussed previously, it's going to need to offer core solutions from both political parties. That means the addition of new revenue by requiring the wealthy to pay more into the system, as well as lifetime benefit reduction via gradual increases to the full retirement age for future generations of retired workers. This solution, rather than a one-time tax, should put Social Security on solid financial footing. |
The 2001-02 season will forever be associated with Inter’s remarkable final-day collapse.
The Nerazzurri had appeared set to claim their first Scudetto since 1989, having gone into their last game a point ahead of Juventus at the top of the table. However, Inter capitulated, suffering a 4-2 defeat that gifted the Scudetto to Juve, who had triumphed 2-0 at Udinese.
Although Inter’s self-destruction was the story of the season, the Bianconeri had got their just reward for rounding off their campaign with five successive victories. It was also a personal triumph for Marcello Lippi, who had returned to Turin after his chastening experience at Inter.
Juve’s board also deserved for credit for offsetting the loss of Zinedine Zidane to Real Madrid by bringing three men who would become club legends: Gianluigi Buffon, Lilian Thurman and Pavel Nedved.
Inter turned to Hector Cuper in their hope of finally ending their Scudetto drought and the former Valencia boss was handed a couple of strong defensive additions to work with: goalkeeper Francesco Toldo and centre-half Marco Materazzi.
AC Milan also had a new man on the bench, with Fatih Terim taking over from Alberto Zaccheroni, and the Turkish coach brought Rui Costa with him from Fiorentina, for €42m.
David Trezeguet’s impressive debut season in Serie A had also persuaded Juve to cash in on Filippo Inzaghi, who joined Milan for €37m.
The Bianconeri used the proceeds from selling ‘Super Pippo’ and Zidane - who moved to Real Madrid for a world-record €77.5m - to plunder Parma for Buffon and Thuram, as well as prise Pavel Nedved and Marcelo Salas away from Lazio. All bar Salas excelled, with the Chilean spending most of his time in Turin either injured or on the bench.
Lazio, meanwhile, struggled without Nedved and also Juan Sebastian Veron, who left for Manchester United, after wasting a significant chunk of the money accrued on Gaizka Mendieta.
Juve and Inter both began the season strongly but it was Chievo who, remarkably, made the early running. Indeed, the Flying Donkey’s soared to the top of the table on October 21 and remained there until December.
Chievo eventually ended up fifth, a place and a point above Lazio, who were hampered by Hernan Crespo’s injury problems and ended the season with Zaccheroni on the bench following the dismissal of Dino Zoff.
Terim, meanwhile, didn’t make it to Christmas, sacked by Milan at the start of November and replaced by former midfielder Carlo Ancelotti, who led the Rossoneri to a fourth-placed finish - and then on to even greater things…
Fiorentina endured a miserable campaign, initially relegated to Serie B after finishing 18th only to end up in the fourth tier because of their bankruptcy.
Reigning champions Roma started the season slowly but seven successive victories saw them move top by the midway point of the season, just a point ahead of Inter. As Chievo fell away, though, Juve clicked into gear to make it a three-way scrap for the Scudetto.
March saw the title race turn in Inter’s favour, as Cuper’s side snatched a 2-2 draw at home to the Bianconeri with a thunderous injury-time strike from Clarence Seedorf before beating Roma 3-1 at San Siro thanks to Alvaro Recoba’s double.
Despite dropping points to Atalanta (2-3) and Chievo (2-2), Cuper’s stuttering side still went into the final weekend of the season one and two points clear of Juve and Roma, respectively. Victory at Lazio would, therefore, clinch the Scudetto.
However, despite leading twice, through Vieri and Luigi Di Biagio, Inter imploded, losing 4-2 at a Stadio Olimpico in which many of the home fans were actually hoping that the visitors would win, as that was preferable to seeing either Juve or Roma prevail.
Despite Roma’s victory at Torino, it was the Bianconeri who ended up on top of the pile, thanks, fittingly, to goals from Del Piero and Trezeguet.
PLAYER OF THE SEASON
The Frenchman took advantage of Inzaghi’s departure and Salas’ struggles to form a formidable partnership with Del Piero that won Juve the Scudetto.
MANAGER OF THE SEASON
Lippi may have landed another Scudetto in Turin but Delneri qualifying Chievo for the UEFA Cup was undeniably the coaching achievement of the season.
DAVID TREZEGUET & DARIO HUBNER - 24 GOALS
The pair shared the capocannoniere award, with both having netted 24 goals apiece. Trezeguet’s tally hadn’t been bolstered by penalties but Hubner’s season was no less impressive, given he’d been playing for lowly Piacenza.
GOAL OF THE SEASON
CLARENCE SEEDORF'S last-gasp leveller against the Bianconeri took the breath way, for both the sweetness of the strike and its timing.
MOST EXPENSIVE TRANSFER
Parma to Juventus
KEY MOMENT OF THE SEASON
Inter were leading 2-1 as half-time approached at the Olimpico when Vratislav Gresko made a horrendous mistake that allowed Karel Poborsky to steal in and level the game. Bizarrely, Inter never looked remotely like reclaiming the initiative. |
MSME loans can provide much-needed financial assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in India. However, applying for an MSME loan can be a daunting task, and there are several common mistakes that small business owners make when applying for an MSME loan. In this blog, we will discuss the most common mistakes to avoid while applying for an MSME loan.
Not checking the eligibility criteria: Before applying for an MSME loan, it is essential to check the eligibility criteria set by the lender. Failing to meet these criteria can result in your loan application being rejected.
Applying for an incorrect loan amount: Many owners make the mistake of applying for an incorrect small business loan amount. It is important to assess your business’s financial needs and apply for an appropriate loan amount.
Inadequate preparation of documents: Applying for an MSME loan requires a significant amount of documentation. Failing to prepare these documents properly can result in your loan application being rejected.
Not having a good credit score: Lenders consider your credit score when assessing your loan application. It is essential to maintain a good credit score to increase your chances of getting approved for an MSME loan.
Ignoring the interest rate and fees: MSME loans come with interest rates and fees that vary depending on the lender. It is essential to compare the interest rates and fees of different lenders before applying for a loan.
Not understanding the terms and conditions: Many small business owners make the mistake of not understanding the terms and conditions of the loan agreement. It is important to read the terms and conditions carefully to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
Applying for multiple loans simultaneously: Applying for multiple loans simultaneously can negatively impact your credit score and reduce your chances of getting approved for an MSME loan.
In conclusion, applying for an MSME loan requires careful planning and preparation. By avoiding the common mistakes outlined above, small business owners can increase their chances of getting approved for an MSME loan and securing the financial assistance they need to grow their business. |
During the summer time in St. Petersburg, FL, it’s not only important to stay cool, but to stay cool efficiently. Our energy bills are high enough as it is, we don’t need any additional expenses. If you’re concerned about your energy efficiency, then you might be interested to know how much ductwork can affect your air conditioning efficiency. Your ductwork is really a part of your air conditioning system rather than an auxiliary system. Without it, your AC would not be able to distribute cool air throughout your home. Your air ducts need to be both clean and in good repair for your AC to operate effectively. Call Forest Air today for comprehensive air conditioning and ductwork services.
- Dust: Dust is a part of indoor life. It seems to get everywhere, and it can thrive in the hidden areas of your ductwork. While the EPA does not recognize dust in and of itself as a health hazard, it can be an irritant to those with allergies and respiratory issues. But it can also create energy efficiency problems for your air conditioning. Even very thin layers of dust can lead to airflow issues, and even minor blockages of air can cause a rise in your energy bills.
- Debris: Mold, dander, pollen, and virtually anything else that ends up in your ductwork can also contribute to airflow efficiency problems. Your AC relies heavily on the clean surfaces of your ducts to perform properly, but if the transport of air is in any way obstructed, then your system has to work harder for the same amount of air.
- Leaks: Over time, your ductwork undergoes a significant amount of wear and tear. Depending on the type of system you have and how it travels throughout your home, it may develop loose connections. Moreover, your ducts can also be physical damaged, which can lead to cracks and even holes. Even minor air leaks such as these can lead to significant drops in your energy efficiency. And that means higher cooling costs during the summer.
If you’re concerned about your ductwork or the operation of your air conditioner, then consider air conditioning repair and duct cleaning and sealing from Forest Air. We serve St. Petersburg, FL, and the surrounding Tampa Bay area. |
We take a rundown of Manchester’s most popular clothing brands on Twitter. To be eligible for the list, all these brands have originated from the great city that is Manchester (or Greater Manchester – were not too fussy), they also have to be own brand clothing and are all fantastic additions to Manchester’s fashion scene.
We caught up with a few of our social media savvy brands for some of their tips on the winning the twitter war.
(figures correct as of 21/03/2014)
10. Paige Royal
First on our list is Stockport based Paige Royal. With a high gloss website and luxurious looking garments, we were expecting a lot from Paige Royal’s twitter page. Whilst it doesn’t completely integrate with the look of their website, it’s not awful. Content is primarily plugging their dresses and sales items, with the occasional competition for followers and of course plenty of retweets from happy customers. Whilst this account is not as mature as some of the other contenders, it does have a decent following for its relative young age. But Paige Royal certainly are on the up (if you can find them that is, they’re surprisingly difficult to locate on the internet sphere) and their dresses are becoming more and more popular.
Stats: Followers 8,815, Tweets 312, Following 314, Handle @PaigeRoyalUK
9. Gorgeous Couture
It’s no surprise Gorgeous Couture takes one of Manchester’s top spots, with a huge celeb following they are extremely popular with TOWIE-loving, celeb spotting, fashion addicts. They pride themselves on their beautifully hand crafted, made-to-measure garments and quality Italian fabric. Their tweeter feed is populated with images of proud customers, follower privileges and behind the scene exclusives.
We spoke to Niki Procter, Head of PR and Development about the twitter strategy herself and Amy Bithell have crafted.
“We take a proactive approach for our twitter account; we plan many things in advance, but always make sure we’re reactive to trends and unexpected surprises. We don’t always know when a celebrity will wear one of our pieces, if we suddenly see it on the red carpet and have to spring into action!
We make sure we convey a warm and friendly tone through twitter, it’s important that our followers find us approachable. Our twitter strategy is about listening to our customers, providing them with the content they want – behind the scene exclusives, celeb gossip and special discounts for our loyal followers.
However we don’t just use twitter to keep in contact with customers, we use it as a tool for our business. We know exactly who are followers are, where they come from, their age and their gender, and that information is really important for our marketing campaigns.
We’re always interested in what our followers have to say as well. Last month, we took it a step further and asked our followers what they thought of the GC brand. After collecting their responses we have developed a fantastic new re-branding strategy. We’re determined to make an even brand for Gorgeous Couture for our customers.”
Stats: Followers 10,064, Tweets 2,863, Following 2,202, Handle @gorgeouscouture
8. OMG Fashion
OMG Fashion have become spectacularly popular in the last 12 months. Husband and wife due Haley and Andrew have literally sprung from nowhere.
Their success is evident in the sheer number of twitter followers they’ve managed to stack up in their short operating time. Key to their success is targeting the right people. They know their customers, know the styles they want, and the price their willing pay for fashion.
We spoke to Haley Mellor, owner of OMG Fashion for a few words on their twitter strategy.
“Our main strategy on twitter and on all our other social channels is to engage with our fans, we always retweet and have conversations with our followers, gives them a sense of we are actually human rather than a computer.
We retweet a lot on a daily basis, we engage in conversations, we use twitter as part of our customer service, we post discounts on there, and a lot of behind the scene pictures from in work and events we do.”
“Being 8th place in Manchester is great as Manchester is definitely an up and coming city for fashion with a lot of brands out there so that’s great to know we are 8th.”
There’s a lot of hype around OMG Fashion, especially with young fashion bloggers. Having a look over their twitter content, I think there’s plenty of room for more of their own content. It’s great retweeting happy customer and should always be done, but followers are also interested in the people and personalities behind the brand, and I think that should start coming through as they become a little more twitter literate.
Stats: Followers 12,638, Tweets 5,625, Following 8,495, Handle @OMG_fashion
7. Lavish Alice
Lavish Alice are all over their twitter page, providing followers with their daily dose of celeb spotting and daily inspiration. Their newsfeed strikes the perfect balance between promoting the Lavish Alice brand and showing the world what the Lavish Alice team is all about. A great account to follow for fashion lovers and social media addicts. On top of that their branding is seamless throughout all of their online platforms – a great accomplishment from the Lavish Alice team and their agency. We have no doubt this account will continue in popularity and climb the social stakes.
We had a little chat with Sophie Allen, Senior Fashion Assistant to see what she had to say about their twitter.
“Our social media platforms offer a destination for our most loyal fans, where they get unprecedented access to all things Lavish Alice! As Lavish Alice insiders, they’re the first to know about our new collections, inspirations and adventures, as well as invites to our most exciting events. Our fans are able to really get under our skin and learn how we do what we do. There might even be the odd freebie or exclusive discount.”
Stats: Followers 17,115, Tweets 9,502, Following 764, Handle
And finally we have our first male clothing brand featured on the list! Jacamo is one of the sub-brands of JD Williams – a true Manchester brand through and through.
Understandably their feed has a very ‘Lads lad’ feel to it. And it’s working great for them.
Having spent time studying twitter accounts and the strategies they employ; Jacamo’s stands out. Jacamo’s twitter feels real, what most brands are looking to achieve through social media, these have hit it straight on the head. There’s absolutely no footprint on any ‘corporate’ person behind the screen, just honest, genuine content. For us, this is why it stands out, Jacamo seems like a lad, your friend, your beer-cracking, gym-going friend. And for that reason – we love it!
Stats: Followers 21,937, Tweets 9,903, Following 3,011, Handle @Jacamo
5. Pretty Little Thing
As the second love child of the Kamani family, this was bound to be a huge hit in Manchester’s fashion scene. And that it certainly has been.
Their twitter is spot on. We have bunny’s in pockets, eggs in bacon cupcakes, blogger competitions and the latest on-trend OOTD’s . Fashion followers could not ask for more. PLT have well and truly stepped up the twitter ante. If you’re looking for twitter ideas, even baking ideas, this is account to take note off. They offer followers more than an additional sales channel, they create value and give the brand and identifiable personality.
It’s fun, fresh and completely up-to-date.
We got in touch with Pretty Little Thing, but unfortunately their press office didn’t respond.
Stats: Followers 22,807, Tweets 4,985, Following 729, Handle @OfficialPLT
4. AX Paris
We were really impressed with AX Paris’ social media, from their Facebook, to their YouTube channel and of course their Twitter – all integrated seamlessly into one another.
Followers can expect a daily dose of male beauty, life inspiration and of course some very colourful garments to brighten up your day. Their posts are light hearted, slightly comically and all around delightful.
And we love the fact they have an AX Paris Foundation, raising money for some fantastic cause around Manchester.
Based on their marketing and social media expertise, there seems to be a great deal of business development set ahead for the AX Paris team.
Stats: Followers 27,812, Tweets 7,226, Following 1,618, Handle @AXPARIS
3. Simply Be
Sliding right into third position it’s another one of JD Williams brands -Simply Be – with perhaps a larger following than most would expect. But we love the fact that it’s up there knocking on the doors of Manchester’s most followed brands.
A firm favourite with fashion bloggers, and exclusively providing clothing for 12-32 they know their market, and know exactly how their social media should reflect the brand and reach out to their audience.
Stats: Followers 47,980, Tweets 15,117, Following 4,462, Handle @SimplyBeUK
Pulling right away from the competition our runner up is Trafford’s own Missguided, with a massive 130K+ following. Their phenomenal rise to fame amongst young fashionistas has been enviable.
With 78,000+ tweets Missguided are masters of twitter. Providing everything young fashion addicts want from a brand. Exclusive blogger competitions, style diaries and life inspiration.
Stats: Followers 131,442, Tweets 78,040, Following 1,517, Handle @missguidedcouk
At number one spot, its Manchester’s very own Boohoo. Now an internationally successful brand and even a public company you can grab a slice of for yourself. Customer engagement is at the heart of Boohoo’s twitter strategy. Their marketing team take twitter to the next level, resembling more of a brand community than a twitter feed. Followers are encouraged to join in on #boohoobeautytips, engage in retweeting competitions and read Boohoo’s own Stylefix Magazine. Everything is set up for the benefit, entertainment and enjoyment of their followers. As a business on twitter, creating value in this manner, is what all brands should be aiming for.
Stats: Followers 331,839, Tweets 12,078, Following 2,682, Handle @boohoo
(Not to mention BoohooMan stats: Followers 17,818 Tweets 1,819, Following 702, Handle @boohooMAN
– See more at: http://www.foreveragency.com/manchesters-followed-fashion-brands/#sthash.LkAURGi5.dpuf |
For me, Charley Ellis is one of the investing world’s great consumer champions. In the mid-1970s, he became the first industry insider to acknowledge that most active fund managers fail to beat their benchmarks and that investors are far better off using low-cost index funds instead. His central argument was that the rarity of consistent outperformance combined with the significant long-term impact of fees and charges meant that active investing was, to use his own phrase, a loser’s game.
I recently caught up with Charley at a Financial Market History Workshop hosted by the Newton Centre for Endowment Asset management in Cambridge and found that, 40 years on, he believes the case for using actively managed funds is weaker than ever before.
He has nothing against fund managers, most of whom he says are “extraordinarily talented.. and wonderful people”. The problem, he says, is that there are now so many talented managers out there that it’s become almost impossible – even for the very brightest – to outperform their peers with any degree of persistence.It is an interview worth reading and I concur with Robin's last point in the introduction above regarding “extraordinarily talented.. and wonderful people”. Not for one second do I believe that the average active manager is not very smart. I believe the opposite just like Charely Ellis. Where our views diverge is that I believe some form of active management is useful. This is a strategy that focuses on building a growing income stream with little to no trading of securities. To be fair, this approach is closer to a passive strategy than an active one. Shall we settle on semi-active? :).
(Side note: for those who are wondering what active vs passive is, then see this article by clicking here.)
The interview can be found by clicking here (opens in new window and takes you to Evidence-Based Investor site). |
Best Authentic Italian Cuisine near Greentree, Cherry Hill NJ
When it comes to finding top-quality Italian dishes, authenticity is an incredibly important factor to consider. As with many cuisines out there, Italian cuisine is far more than just a simple type of cooking. Rather, at its best it is a cultural showcase with impactful flavors and fantastic culinary creativity at the forefront. At Fornire Italian Kitchen, we understand the value of tradition and rely on our cherished homemade recipes to prepare the best authentic Italian cuisine near Greentree, Cherry Hill, New Jersey.
A significant aspect of genuine Italian cooking is the reliance on high-quality, fresh ingredients that bring the dishes to life. Fornire uses the absolute best ingredients around, sourced from local farms and other trusted vendors. With our Greentree, Cherry Hill authentic Italian cuisine, we want you to be able to taste the freshness and immense flavor of each carefully-selected ingredient in every bite you take. Patrons come to us from all over Camden County because we serve a wide variety of Italian specialties that are sure to satisfy.
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The appetizer selections on our Italian food menu are absolutely delicious. Experience our Cheese and Garlic Focaccia, where the blend of pecorino and mozzarella unites with aromatic garlic and rich olive oil to embody the simple joys of Italian flavors. Indulge in the classic charm of Mozzarella Sticks, featuring four 'Big Mozz' sticks accompanied by our homemade marinara sauce, a crispy outside giving way to meltingly soft cheese. House Made Meatballs, a blend of beef, pork, and veal, are served with garlic bread, offering a taste of home-cooked Italian tradition.
Our authentic Italian food near Greentree, Cherry Hill also includes the Burrata, with garlic confit grape tomatoes and focaccia breadcrumbs, showcasing the freshness and creativity at the core of Italian cooking. Our Gnocco Fritto pairs perfectly fried dough with prosciutto and whipped ricotta for the perfect match of texture and flavor. The Arancini, with its core of arborio rice and N'duja salami, is a bite-sized marvel of taste and tradition. There’s also the Caprese Salad, a combination of mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic reduction, an excellent way to start your meal and anticipate what’s to come.
Greentree, Cherry Hill Classic Italian Food
At Fornire Italian Kitchen, our pasta dishes are a heartfelt tribute to the time-honored traditions of Italian cuisine. Each dish is crafted to bring out the rich, authentic flavors that have made Italian pasta a beloved staple around the world. The Fettuccine Alfredo combines creamy Alfredo sauce with a generous helping of Parmesan and a touch of garlic, creating a comforting classic that’s simple yet indulgent. Our Classic Bolognese features a rich blend of pork, veal, and beef, slow-cooked with stewed San Marzano tomatoes for a depth of flavor worthy of its storied origins.
For those seeking the pure, unadorned taste of Italian pasta, the Cacio e Pepe is a testament to simplicity, with just kosher salt, cracked black pepper, egg yolk, and Parmesan creating a dish that’s deeply satisfying. Our Pesto Genovese blends Spanish pine nuts, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil for a pesto that’s both fresh and rich. Cheese Ravioli, served with marinara, parsley, and Parmesan, is a comforting classic, while the Pomodoro offers a lighter option with its meat-free, light tomato sauce. Lastly, the Pasta with Vodka Sauce, combining a light tomato sauce with cream and a hint of vodka, is a luxurious take on a modern Italian favorite. Each of these Greentree, Cherry Hill classic Italian dishes is a reflection of Italy’s culinary heritage, inviting you to explore the authentic flavors and simple elegance of Italian pasta.
In addition to preparing celebrated pasta dishes, our authentic Italian restaurant near Greentree, Cherry Hill takes pride in offering other classic items that are just as steeped in Italian culinary tradition. A customer favorite, the Chicken Parmesan and Spaghetti is an Italian-American favorite, featuring thinly pounded and breaded chicken, mozzarella and marinara sauce. This dish represents a perfect fusion of Italian flavors with a comforting, homestyle touch. For a lighter yet equally flavorful option, try our Chicken Milanese. This dish offers thinly pounded and breaded chicken served with a vibrant mix of arugula, grape tomatoes, and tear drop peppers, then drizzled with balsamic glaze and topped with aged Parmesan cheese. The blend of brown butter and fresh greens creates a wonderful balance of rich and refreshing tastes. We also cater to our valued vegetarian and vegan guests with the Plant Based Chicken Parm. Each of these dishes is a nod to the versatility and global appeal of Italian food, ensuring that there's something for everyone at Fornire Italian Kitchen.
A Delicious & Authentic Meal Awaits You at Fornire Italian Kitchen
Besides preparing classic Italian dishes, it is our goal that your dining experience be as convenient and enjoyable as possible. For those who like to dine out, our restaurant offers dine-in service with attentive staff, comfortable seating, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Understanding the busy lives of our patrons, we also provide a hassle-free online ordering system for both pickup and delivery services. This allows you to enjoy our tasty food wherever you prefer, without compromising on quality or overall satisfaction. We take great care to ensure that all orders, whether for dine-in, pickup, or delivery, are prepared in a timely manner and checked for accuracy.
If anyone in your dining party is interested in having something other than our Greentree, Cherry Hill authentic Italian cuisine, you’ll be happy to know that many more options are at your fingertips. This is because Fornire is one of the restaurants in Foodiehall, enabling you to add items from as many partner establishment menus to your single/main order as you’d like. We also provide Italian food catering service for local residents and businesses planning special events. The Fornire team loves seeing the smiles that our classic Italian dishes bring to our patrons’ faces, and we work hard each day to ensure that we continue serving the top authentic cuisine in the area. For questions or additional information, please reach out online or call (856) 702-2816.
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Lets have a thread where we can post interesting free to watch films / documentaries without breaking any copyright laws obviously. There's plenty out there on the Internet Archive YouTube etc.
I shall start things off with the following....
My Octopus Teacher 2020
A diver swims with an octopus that lives in a kelp forest off the coast of South Africa.
You can download in various formats on the right hand side if you wish to stream to your TV or something.. |
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LAKE WALES, Fla. - Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says he is "hotter than a bare butt on a tin roof in August" after learning a sheriff’s volunteer officer was caught selling prescription pills out of a patrol car while in uniform.
Deputies arrested David Roberts, 69, on Thursday on weapons and drug trafficking charges.
An investigation into Roberts' activities began after detectives learned that a volunteer was selling Oxycodone and that the prescription pills had been found inside a patrol car.
After investigators learned Roberts was getting 90 Oxydone pills a month for the past two years and selling them for $10 apiece, an undercover deputy offered him $12 a pill.
Roberts agreed to meet the undercover deputy at a Lake Wales gas station and directed them to his patrol car for the transaction. Sheriff Judd says Roberts sat in the car, in uniform, as he counted the undercover deputy’s money and then handed over a baggie with the pills.
Courtesy: Polk County Sheriff's Office
"That makes me so crazy I want to pluck my eyeballs out one at a time," Judd stated.
According to PCSO, the deputy followed Roberts back to the sheriff's substation where he was arrested. Judd says Roberts permitted deputies to search his home and that’s where they found marijuana. Roberts told deputies that the marijuana belonged to his nephew and he was just holding it for him.
Detectives also found a rifle and a pistol in Roberts’ home, which Judd says wouldn’t normally be a problem, but it was an issue because deputies learned Roberts was a convicted felon who was not allowed to possess weapons.
"You’re talking about an epic system failure," Judd said. "He’s a convicted felon from 52 years ago."
Judd says Roberts was arrested for a burglary when he was 19 years old.
"He said, ‘I can’t be a convicted felon, I’ve been voting all the way to Nixon,’" Judd added.
Judd said Robert’s, who has been a volunteer for 12 years, slipped through the cracks. He added while volunteers don’t go through the same human resources detail and polygraph tests that full-time employees go through, he should have had a background check done.
"We’re embarrassed… Somebody messed up 12 years ago on a background," Judd stated. "He’s been a stellar volunteer, very well-loved, done a good job, except when he’s selling oxys out of the car, using it as cover. I am livid."
PCSO has more than 3,000 volunteers and Judd says the agency will audit its volunteer system. He added that a check of the rest of the volunteer sheriff’s officers did not find anything.
"Mr. David Roberts should recognize that selling 90 Oxycodones is a 15-year minimum mandatory and we’re going to help him get every day of that in prison. He admitted, ‘Welp, I embarrassed the agency’. That’s the understatement of the day."
Judd noted that if Roberts is convicted he will serve his time in prison, not county jail, because of the felony weapons charges.
Judd said, "He’s given me pain too, but I’m not going to get any oxy’s for it." |
In choosing Stephen Moore as a potential nominee to serve on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, President Trump made a good faith gesture to the American people to bring more transparency to the Federal Reserve.
The Trump administration promised to “Drain the Swamp” and to hold Washington accountable to the American people. Without a doubt, a Fed board with Stephen Moore will bring us one step closer to achieving that goal. Moore would certainly shake things up as a fierce advocate of the taxpayer, and a vocal critic of the Federal Reserve. This, of course, makes him an enemy of the Swamp.
What is the Federal Reserve doing behind closed doors? This question has been asked countless times by economists wary of the government institution behind the wheel of the American economy.
When the Federal Reserve plays with money supply and interest rates, it changes the strength of the U.S. dollar and wreaks havoc on savings and investment. The Federal Reserve chairman is one of the most powerful officials in Washington, if not the global economy, and few citizens know his name.
It is correct to be skeptical of any government-run entity holding tremendous power with almost no transparency or oversight. The Federal Reserve is an independent central bank, but that doesn’t give it license to be a closed-door, secretive bank.
Moore is exactly the type of economist and thought leader the Fed board desperately needs. He spent years at nonprofit advocacy groups and think tanks, fighting to bring more transparency and accountability to Washington.
He is a former senior economist on the Congressional Joint Economic Committee, a former member of the Wall Street Journal editorial board, and currently a senior economist at FreedomWorks. He assisted two presidential administrations with economic research and advice. He is one of the most established intellectuals in the field of economics today.
The Washington establishment has done its worst to sabotage Moore in the media. Once again, a cabal of left-leaning consultants, lobbyists, lawyers and politicians are colluding together to protect the status quo at the expense of the rest of us. They are attacking Moore’s professional history, and his personal life.
They know Moore is not afraid to shake up “business as usual” in Washington, and they are trying to smear and ridicule him into silence. It’s not going to work this time.
With 35 years of experience as an economist, Moore is used to scrutiny. His platform as a syndicated columnist and network news commentator has allowed him to deliver a free-market message to millions of Americans nationwide. His public persona forced him to defend his economic analysis daily, often during hostile interviews and live debates.
Moore’s background as a visible communicator makes his record completely transparent and allows the Senate to know exactly where he stands. They know he will be a voice on the Fed board that sticks up for the American consumer and businesses. They know he believes in the pro-growth policies that are currently propelling the U.S. economy upward.
Moore would also bring a much-needed contrarian viewpoint to the Federal Reserve Board as they govern monetary policy. The Federal Reserve currently has a groupthink problem, and Moore is the solution. Unlike the current Fed board, Moore doesn’t believe economic growth causes inflation. He believes in promoting private sector growth, rising wages, job creation and a strong dollar.
The Senate must ignore the distractions and sideshows perpetuated by this Democrat-led smear campaign and proceed with Moore’s confirmation. A Federal Reserve Board of Governors with Stephen Moore would solidify a bold new path forward for Washington, one that puts the American people and U.S. economy first.
Adam Brandon is president of FreedomWorks. |
GENEVA – By early June of last year, the Ebola epidemic centered on Guinea was the deadliest ever recorded. Foreign workers were being evacuated. Top disease-fighters warned that the virus could soon spread across West Africa.
But the World Health Organization resisted sounding the alarm until August, partly for political reasons, despite the fact that senior staff in Africa proposed doing so in June, The Associated Press has found. The two-month delay, some argue, may have cost lives. More than 10,000 are believed to have been killed by the virus since WHO first announced the outbreak a year ago.
WHO has acknowledged acting too slowly to control the Ebola epidemic. In its defense, the agency says the virus's spread was unprecedented and blames several factors, including lack of resources and intelligence from the field. Internal documents obtained by AP, however, show WHO's top leaders were informed of how dire the situation was. But they held off on declaring an emergency in part because it could have angered the countries involved, interfered with their mining interests or restricted the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in October.
Declaring an emergency was "a last resort," Dr. Sylvie Briand, who runs WHO's pandemic and epidemic diseases department, said in a June 5 email to a colleague who floated the idea. "It may be more efficient to use other diplomatic means for now."
Five days after Briand's email, WHO Director-General Dr. Margaret Chan was sent a memo that warned cases might soon appear in Mali, Ivory Coast and Guinea Bissau. But it went on to say that declaring an international emergency or even convening a committee to discuss it "could be seen as a hostile act."
Critics and former WHO staff dismiss that reasoning.
"That's like saying you don't want to call the fire department because you're afraid the trucks will create a disturbance," said Michael Osterholm, a prominent infectious diseases expert at the University of Minnesota.
The signs this was no ordinary outbreak -- the panic, the health workers' deaths, and the urban spread of the virus -- were there from the beginning. Many are recorded in a memo sent to WHO's Africa director on March 25.
In mid-April, an experienced Ebola expert with WHO's Africa office wrote to Geneva, with disturbing news that many staffers at a leading hospital in Guinea had been exposed to the virus.
"What we see is the tip of an iceberg," Jean-Bosco Ndihokubwayo wrote in an email, writing in all caps: "WE NEED SUPPORT."
The Ebola outbreak erupted at a difficult time for the agency. WHO was also struggling to contain polio outbreaks -- which it had declared an international emergency in May -- and Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome. At a June 2 meeting, one senior scientist warned the agency was "overwhelmed."
Declaring an international emergency might not necessarily have fixed all those problems -- some argue it can create new ones -- but it acts as a global distress signal. Dr. Joanne Liu, the international president of Doctors Without Borders, said she had been lobbying Chan to sound the alarm.
"You have the legitimacy and the authority to label it an emergency," Liu said she told Chan in a July 30 meeting in Geneva. "You need to step up to the plate."
The emergency was eventually declared on August 8, by which point nearly 1,000 people had already died from Ebola.
WHO's Ebola response leader, Dr. Bruce Aylward, couldn't say whether an earlier declaration would have made a difference, noting that "the overall response slowed down" after the emergency was declared. "Had we declared it earlier, it is very, very difficult to say how perceptions would have affected the response."
Dr. Matthieu Kamwa, a former WHO scientist, describes that kind of reasoning as contradictory. If emergencies don't work, why declare them at all?
The declaration triggered a global deployment to contain the virus. U.S. President Barack Obama ordered up to 3,000 troops to West Africa and promised to build more than a dozen 100-bed field hospitals. Britain and France also pledged to build Ebola clinics; China sent a 59-person lab team and Cuba sent more than 400 health workers.
Kamwa says it's clear the alarm should have been sounded sooner.
"People died because things were not done," he said. |
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Checking the daily weather report helps you plan what to wear, and can provide insights into the job market. With a new model from San Francisco Fed research advisor Daniel Wilson, economists are exploring the effects of short-run weather aberrations on employment.
Seasonal fluctuations in the weather and employment are expected, of course. Understanding how rain, snow, and heat affect the economy is essential for interpreting economic data. Wilson’s model takes these considerations a step further. It tracks how atypical weather helps explain some unexpected fluctuations in hiring at the national level.
“Aberrations like heatwaves, severe snowstorms, excessive rainfall, and unusually mild winters can have immediate, and potentially lingering, impacts on local and even national economies,” explained Wilson in a recent Economic Letter.
For example, Wilson’s model suggests that spring-like weather in February and March 2016 pulled economic activity that normally would’ve happened in May forward to earlier months.
Tracking weather-adjusted changes in employment is now an ongoing project for the San Francisco Fed, with estimates released to the public monthly.
For data covering the last six months, visit our Weather-Adjusted Employment Change page.
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Paisley Hawkhead Cemetery - CWGC War Graves Week 2023
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Around the world ordinary people do extraordinary things every day for their community. They do it today, and they did it during the world wars.
As part of War Graves Week 2023, join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) for a cemetery tour at Paisley Hawkhead Cemetery!
In Paisley Hawkhead Cemetery, the CWGC care for 221 war graves of service personnel that had served and died during the First or Second World War. In addition to the Commonwealth plots, this cemetery also contains Canadian, Australian and Polish war graves.
Come along, on this CWGC cemetery tour to learn more about the history of our organisation as well as the work we have done and continue to do to ensure the stories of the remarkable individuals who served and died during the world wars are not forgotten.
MEETING POINT: The Cross of Sacrifice - visible when you enter through the main cemetery gates. The main entrance is on Hawkhead Road, which can be reached from Glasgow city centre via the A726 Barrhead Road or A761 Glasgow Road - if you are travelling by car.
Limited parking available inside the cemetery; no toilets; no refreshments available.
Wheelchair/ mobility scooter access: The walk will encompass tarmac, gravel, and grass paths. There are slopes and it can be steep in some places.
Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring a water bottle with you if needed. The numbers on the tour will be limited to abide by any Government restrictions and social distancing rules at the time of the tours.
Under 12s may join the tour without a ticket if they are accompanied by a ticket holding adult.
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Few countries have taken to digital payments as enthusiastically as the UK.
With Covid-19 accelerating pre-existing trends in consumer behaviour, digital options have overtaken cash as the most popular means of paying for goods and services. As contactless limits rise, paying with digital wallets gets easier and tracking our finances on phone apps becomes more convenient, it won’t be long until only relatively few people are using cash. But there are concerns that this small minority might be left behind in the transition to a digital economy.
The network for cash infrastructure is large and expensive – estimated at around £5bn per year. As the use of notes and coins dwindles, there would be strong incentives to scale down cash access and acceptance if not for the UK government’s commitment to protecting access.
In a landmark agreement, UK banks have responded to the government’s concerns over the maintenance of cash access by announcing that they will share bank branches. This will ensure that anyone who depends on cash can continue using it for the foreseeable future.
While banks might be able to save some costs through shared services, much of the physical infrastructure required to provide an extensive cash network is fixed. As the volumes of cash usage fall, costs per user will continue to increase. Either the small number of cash users may end up shouldering these higher costs, or other customers will be left paying to maintain the network for the few that still use it. Neither option is ideal. Moreover, banks, payment providers and retailers that bear these costs will face increasing competition from digital firms that offer limited or no cash services. So the cost pressure of continuing to provide access to cash is likely to remain a concern.
Having settled on an approach to ensure access to cash for the medium term, the most sensible next step for all parties concerned might be to help everyone to embrace the move to digital payments, and focus support where it is most needed. Putting a fully inclusive digital economy at the top of the policy agenda would ensure nobody is left behind, making “access to cash” a lesser concern.
Most people will naturally switch when digital alternatives become easier to use than cash. New, better tools are emerging all the time. But there is a small group of people who are unable to embrace digital payments for different reasons. They may lack a smartphone, rely on others to buy things for them, or do not have an address and so are unbanked. The best way to protect them is to design solutions that let them participate in the digital economy.
To do this, we need to thoroughly understand the barriers to going digital and come up with creative ways to tackle them. If a barrier is the lack of a smartphone, why not provide one and simultaneously open access to lots of other services beyond payments? For those who rely on others to do their shopping, there needs to be an easy, intuitive way to move money between individuals and see their balance – a well-designed app could do that. As for the homeless, a system in Glasgow managed by local shelters enables them to pay for groceries using QR codes.
Once people are able to participate in one part of the digital economy, it would open doors to others. That means that solving access to digital payments could allow the unbanked and others who rely on cash to take advantage of a broader range of digital services, such as paying bills and ordering prescriptions online or getting the best deals on holidays. The time and cost savings many of us already enjoy could be available much more widely.
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Our Corporate Finance team has recently advised the shareholders of Create Fertility on the buy-back of the minority stake held by mid-market private equity firm Livingbridge, to return the business to a family run organisation.
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On this latest transaction, our Corporate Finance team were once again appointed by the shareholders and founding clinicians to act as lead and debt advisers through the buy-back of the minority shareholding held by Livingbridge. The team assisted with the negotiations, deal structuring and project management, and in addition, the Debt Advisory team were retained to secure bank funding through Santander to support the transaction. Looking ahead, the Create team intend to continue their expansion in the UK as a family run business and use Vitanova in Copenhagen as a platform for expansion across Europe.
“We look forward to making progress both nationally and internationally to make IVF safer, more physiological and affordable. On behalf of the Create Fertility management team, I would like to thank the team for their timely advice and efficient and swift completion of the transaction.” Professor Geeta Nargund, Founder, CEO and Medical Director of Create Fertility Health Limited.
“It is always gratifying to help shareholders through the whole of the investment journey, and I have enjoyed watching Create grow to become the leading private IVF clinic in the UK over the last 6 years. It is the right time now for the Nargund family to take the business back in to family ownership to embark on the exciting next stage of its development including expanding its new Danish subsidiary. I look forward to helping Geeta and Praful over the coming years and seeing them further promote Natural and Mild IVF across Europe.” Clive Hatchard.
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On behalf of the Create Fertility management team, I would like to thank the team for their timely advice and efficient and swift completion of the transaction.Professor Geeta Nargund CEO and Medical Director or Create Fertility Health Limited |
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MASSIVE LAYOFFS IN LEAR AND DONNELLEY
National and provincial senators and deputies from various parties formally requested a meeting with the US ambassador in Argentina Kevin Sullivan. They want to discuss the serious situation affecting the employees of the North American multinational companies Lear and Donelley.
With their request they included the different bills that have been submitted in the National Chamber of Deputies and in the Buenos Aires provincial legislature in which the legislators express their concern over the massive layoffs that these companies are carrying out in their factories in Buenos Aires’ Northern suburbs.
Lear and Donnelley are two North American companies that can’t claim to be in any kind of crisis. Lear earned $16 billion in 2013; Donelley is the biggest printing company worldwide and it reports multi-million dollar profits globally.
In their letter requestig a meeting with the US embassy, the legislators pointed out that the “Lear Corporation has the only factory that produces one autopart in Argentina needed by the local Ford factory. The legislators also noted that the Labor Ministry already found the previuos paid fourloughs of 330 workers in their Pacheco plant illegal because the company failed to submit a finantial distress claim to the ministry before proceding with the suspentions of almost half of the plant’s workers. Later the company kept 200 workers on unpaid leave and went on to fire 100. Regarding the printing company Donneley Argentina S.A. , it is alarming the company’s intention to fire 123 workers after claiming finantial distress, although it pays the lowest salaries in the sector and it has reported huge profits worldwide in 2013”.
The group of legislators had also expressed their concern with the company preventing elected file-and-rank union representatives from entering their work places.
The meeting with the U.S. ambassador was requested by the deputies Nicolás del Caño, Claudio Lozano, Victor de Gennaro, Omar Duclos, Oscar Martínez, Alcira Argumedo, Antonio Riestra, Victoria Donda and the national senator Norma Morandini, Buenos Aires City legistators Pablo Ferreyra and Alejandro Bodart, Buenos Aires province legislators Christian Castillo and Mendoza’s senator and legislators Noelia Barbeito, Héctor Fresina and Cecilia Soria. |
Why Are Financial Markets Ignoring Recession and Stagflation Risk?
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Last month we commented that consumer-level inflation had accelerated to an unacceptably high rate but wasn’t quite as bad as headlines suggested. However, a lot has happened in one short month, mainly a vicious war in Ukraine that has caused prices to soar across the global commodities complex. This spike in prices extends well beyond the grain and energy commodities directly impacted by the war and subsequent sanctions imposed on Russia. Industrial metals, fertilizers, pulp & paper products, construction materials, plastics & resins, and other petroleum-derived chemicals have seen appreciable market price increases since February. The S&P GSCI Global Commodity Index jumped 12% in March, 34% since year end and 61% year-over-year (Exhibit 1). The only time this century that the S&P GSCI Commodity Index was higher than it was in late March was in June 2008, when crude oil prices topped $140 per barrel.
Heavy speculation and profiteering surely have contributed to recent commodity price surges, but the war in Ukraine and the related Russian sanctions threaten to disrupt the supply of certain key global commodities for months to come, further exacerbating an inflation problem already underway and potentially dampening global demand. These price increases already are hitting producers’ costs but haven’t fully worked their way into final product prices (Exhibit 2), which strongly implies that inflation for consumers and other end users will worsen in the months ahead. Most economists believe that inflation will worsen before it begins to moderate, while consumer sentiment dropped to an 11-year low in March primarily because of inflation concerns.
Furthermore, comments from Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Powell in March hinted at six more rate hikes this year while the likelihood of a couple of 50 bps hikes has also increased, with several Federal Open Market Committee members indicating support for larger hikes to address inflation more aggressively1. Consequently, 10-year Treasuries have topped 2.75% for the first time since 2019 while mortgage rates have soared to 5.0% within a few months. The Fed is challenged with the tall order of cooling off an overheated economy without snuffing out the recovery. The uncertainty around the duration of war-related inflation spikes and their negative impact on aggregate demand will complicate the Fed’s task. These conditions have the ingredients of a demand-killing recession, or worse, stagflation — a prolonged period of stagnant economic growth coupled with high inflation — should they persist into the second-half of the year. Economists at Goldman Sachs and others have recently put the odds of a U.S. recession in 2023 as high as 35%, well above a normal mid-cycle probability of a downturn2. So why are U.S. financial markets seemingly ignoring these growing economic threats?
Markets are signaling they don’t expect inflation spikes to persist, though reasons for such optimism aren’t obvious or compelling. Domestically, the yield difference between 10-year inflation-indexed Treasury yield and nominal yield implies an inflation expectation of 3.0%, far lower than any inflation gauge currently is running, while market yields on speculative grade bonds have increased by 200-250 bps since year end, a relatively modest uptick compared to the inflation surge. Most economists expect that U.S. inflation will ease towards 5.0% by year end, with some pundits even forecasting inflation as low as 3.0%-4.0% by the end of 2022 despite the added inflation risk posed by the Ukraine war3. In equity markets, the S&P 500 and DJIA have recouped more than half their losses after entering correction territory shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine began, and currently are less than 5.0% off their all-time highs despite global turmoil to date. This too shall pass — the mantra of financial markets in times of economic adversity for several years running — remains the prevailing market sentiment, though the Fed doesn’t have investors’ backs this time.
The war in Ukraine and its wider fallout could have an outsized impact on the global economy, and the conflict is looking more like a protracted slog rather than a brief skirmish. A detached look at events transpiring in Ukraine to date raises skepticism of a lasting cessation of hostilities and the disruptions the war is causing. After one month of fighting, both sides are firmly dug in, and the war is taking shape as a stalemate. As both sides in the conflict take account of their mounting losses, the willingness of either side to make significant concessions on issues that might facilitate an end to the conflict arguably becomes less likely. President Zelenskyy has repeatedly said that Ukraine will not cede territory to Russia as part of a ceasefire or resolution while President Putin has few face-saving options that don’t include annexing parts of Ukraine, so the common ground for a mutually acceptable solution seems rather shaky, while trust has been shattered.
Beyond the horrific human toll and destruction that the war is inflicting, it also threatens to weaken or undermine economic growth beyond the borders of the conflict, particularly if economic sanctions and corporate boycotts on Russia are widened and enforced, which will inflict a toll on the global economy. Roughly one-half of Russia’s $500 billion of annual exports are bought by European countries and are predominantly energy-related. Energy commodities account for 43% of total Russian exports. Economic forecasts for the EU bloc have already been cut for 2022, particularly for the heavy industrial sector, such as automobile production. Europe is far more dependent on trade with Russia than the United States is and more vulnerable to a recession, hence the reluctance of some EU nations to endorse harsh sanctions.
Moreover, whenever hostilities do cease, it’s hard to imagine that normal supply flows of impacted commodities to global markets can resume in short order, or that Russia will be readily readmitted into the community of trading nations as if none of this ever happened. Most foreign policy experts have opined that relations between a Putin-led Russia and Western alliance nations have been deeply damaged by this incursion and will take years to reset. For many nations, the resumption of normal relations with Russia, including trade, will remain a politically sensitive issue even after hostilities cease, while public pressure on corporations to refrain from doing business in or with Russia likely will continue.
Recently there are some perceptible signs that global uncertainties surrounding events in Ukraine combined with the Fed’s signaling of monetary tightening moves to come in 2022 are already impacting the leveraged corporate sector.
Leveraged credit issuance in 1Q22 was down by 50% from a year ago and almost certainly will decrease materially this year compared to 2021. Market yields on leveraged debt remain tolerable for most borrowers but are trending higher and have already exceeded most expectations going into the year. Corporate Chapter 11 filings picked up appreciably in Marchand early April compared to depressed levels in January and February, while default rate forecasts for year-end by S&P and Moody’s have ticked up modestly of late versus late 2021 estimates but remain below average. S&P’s Weakest Link listing, which tallies the number of very low rated issuers (B- or worse) vulnerable to a ratings downgrade in the months ahead, increased by 57 issuers in March – a 29% jump from January and the first monthly increase at all since June 2020, with most of the increase being issuers in Eastern Europe and Russia4.
Admittedly, this scattershot of evidence is hardly a resounding argument that a recession is soon coming or that business conditions are rapidly deteriorating, but it’s still early in this new game, and it does seem safe to say that the environment for corporate restructuring activity likely hit rock bottom in late 2021 to early 2022 and can only pick up momentum from here. A more definitive expectation than that would sound like wishful thinking. On the other hand, financial markets are betting that the economic effects of the war in Ukraine will remain contained and the Fed will thread the needle by bringing inflation under control by year end without tanking the economy — and that seems more like pie in the sky thinking currently.
Exhibit 1 – S&P GSCI Commodity Index vs. S&P 500
Exhibit 2 – U.S. Producer Price Indexes vs. CPI
Source: FRED, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
4: Global Weakest Links Tally Rises for the First Time Since 2020, S&P Global Ratings Research, March 22, 2022
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TOKYO, March 31, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) has today completed the process to acquire the Diagnostic Imaging-related Business (the Business) of Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi). Accordingly, FUJIFILM Healthcare Corporation, established by Hitachi to absorb the Business, today starts to operate as Fujifilm’s wholly-owned subsidiary.
In recent years, vendors have been expected in clinical settings to provide solutions that directly benefit medical institution’s management. The latest acquisition gives the Fujifilm Group a comprehensive product lineup covering CT, MRI, X-ray, ultrasound systems, endoscopy, in-vitro diagnostic systems and PACS. The combination of its product lineups enhances its capability to offer a comprehensive solution that caters to the needs in the clinical settings. In the future, these products will be combined with Fujifilm’s outstanding image processing technology and AI technology to create even higher value-added solutions based on medical IT, to be provided globally.
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2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel: Redesign, Specs. The famous SUV has been redesigned recently but that doesn’t mean FCA is done with novelties. One of the biggest additions we are about to see in the near future is a diesel version of the legendary off-roader. The new version will be available this summer and while some reports will be offered as a part of mid-2022 updates, others claim it will come as 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel In any case, the 2023 model year will have this version in the offer.
At this point, we know that the new version will be pretty capable. We are also pretty sure that the new model won’t be much different in terms of base design characteristics. However, it is still a little bit unclear whether the new version is about to be offered as a separate trim, or it will be one of the engine options in all or just some trim levels.
Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid
Besides the new 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel, we also expect to see a plug-in hybrid in the near future. The testing model has been spotted already and it looks like the new version will be ready for the next year. At this point, we are still waiting for the official details.
Still, it looks pretty certain it will use the similar or same system as Pacifica. The popular minivan is good for about 260 horsepower and features an all-electric range of more than 30 miles. Most likely, the Wrangler will feature a little bit larger battery pack, though the exact details are still unavailable. Also, this powertrain will be reserved for the four-door model. More precise details are yet to come.
2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel Specs
Of course, the first thing that comes to mind about this version is powertrain specification. From what we can see on paper, the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel engine will be pretty capable. We are about to see the same engine that is already available in the current-generation Grand Cherokee. It is a familiar 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbodiesel, which is good for about 260 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque.
We expect it will be paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, while a manual gearbox option sounds possible. With such impressive torque, we expect nothing but excellent performances, especially off the road, where low-end torque is something that you can’t have too much. We count on notable benefits in terms of 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel fuel economy. The current gasoline engine are quite thirsty, so this could be a great alternative for those who look for something much more efficient.
2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel Design
On the other side, the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel USA model won’t feature any particular difference in terms of base design characteristics. Count on the same design that has been introduced a couple of years ago and which strictly follows the model’s famous design language. Visual changes were minimal with the last redesign, but a lot of things happened under the skin. The new model is longer, but also lighter.
Of course, there are loads of new technologies. We particularly like the new suspension setup, which provides a smoother ride compared to the predecessor. As you know, this SUV is available in two body styles, with either two or four doors. At this point, we know for sure that the new diesel powertrain will be available in the four-door version, while a two-door version is still a mystery.
On the other side, the cabin receives a significant update with the recent redesign and we have no doubt that the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel will feature the same layout, with only a slightly different instrument cluster, adapted to diesel powertrain. The dashboard will look pretty much the same, which means the same layout that combines modern shapes and also durable but fine materials. Of course, we also count on a long list of standard features.
At this point, we don’t know whether the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Diesel is about to be offered as a separate trim or as a powertrain option. Currently, base models are equipped with things like a 5-inch touch screen, Bluetooth, a USB port, eight speakers, push-button start, and cruise control. May you like to read about new 2024 Jeep Wrangler Redesign, PHEV, Price.
Of course, there is much more in higher trims, where you can get bigger touchscreens, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, satellite radio, air conditioning, power windows and door locks, 9-speaker audio system and more.
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The pollution level in the atmosphere is increasing continuously. The situation is that the air quality in most cities is going below the breathability level, giving rise to countless respiratory diseases. Even the air inside the rooms of a household is not clean enough to be of optimum breathable level. Now, clean air is a fundamental requirement for the survival of people. That is why the need for a device that can monitor the air quality and warn people when the air around them is not safe prevailed.
Such devices that efficiently tell the quality of air is called air monitor. It comes in varied sizes, specifications, and brands, giving consumers a chance to explore and find the product that fits their requirements and budget.
Let us take a deeper insight into what the device is all about and how it helps people:-
What Is An Air Monitor?
It is equipped with sensors that can measure the air quality efficiently and give readings based on that. You can get a measure of the indoor and outdoor air quality and can take the necessary steps to ensure that the air you breathe is safe. You can find this equipment mostly in commercial spaces, houses with small children or patients having respiratory issues. Let us dig deeper and discuss the benefits of this device.
Perks Of Using An Air Quality Monitor
There are countless perks of using this equipment in all kinds of properties and spaces. Some of them are listed below.
Monitor The Air
One of the fundamental uses of this device is you can constantly monitor the quality of air around you. This way, you will know when it has reached a dangerous impurity level and take the necessary steps to make it safe for breathing.
Gather Essential Data
These devices are of utmost significance in commercial projects. Using them, the authorities can gather data about the area with the highest impurity level, one where the air quality index is low, and likewise. It helps them design and implement new policies to maintain safer air quality and keep the residents of that area safe.
Test Preventive Measures
Another vital role of an air monitor is to test the efficiency of any preventive measures that the government has taken to improve air quality. It will give a constant record of air quality in that particular area, reading which one can infer if the steps taken were apt or it still needs more work.
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Here we discuss some of the latest gaming trends which could be seen in year 2017 and beyond for the betterment of gaming industry in different ways across the world
January 13, 2017
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With the gaming arena full of new gamers having jaw dropping skills which could easily bog their competitors down in the toughest of the games trending across the global markets to take the golden hat of winner, the game developers are trying to make most out of this obsession of gaming from variety of gamers across the world by serving them with top notch games with more intense graphics ,themes and game play which seems to be the need off the hour among all dedicated gaming players across the world .
So come on folks without any further delay lets drool over some of the gaming trends which you would see coming in 2017 and beyond to make your gaming experience more wonderful and enjoyable .
1. Freemium Model is going to rule the gaming industry
We have seen lot of gaming studios coming out and tweaking their games to give the players best possible user experience which could increase the retention time , because it seems to be #1 factor if you want to earn money with Freemium model . As we enter this year it seems many game studios have successfully able to do this by making their games good enough with a great story line to make their main revenue sources go up from in Game purchase and ad revenue.
Taking in consideration previous year numbers ,Its one of the most sought after way which is well responded by consumers as we have seen drop in paid purchase of games and increase in in app purchase last year in games and mobile apps like snapchat, viber, imo for windows etc .
2. AR and VR gaming is going big in future
With the trending games like pokemon go ,super Mario Run, Fallout shelter taking up top spots in app store charts it seems to be a proven fact by now that people like more of Augmented Reality games involving their mind and body completely in the game to get an immersive game play experience .
Virtual reality games development is in the headlines since last year and more initiatives from big giants have been taken to bring in VR compatible hardware and gaming consoles to give the users more fun while playing their favourite games .
We have seen playstation VR ,oculus rift and many more high end VR headsets which came in 2016 to make gaming more lively .moreover not to forget that drone racing games with camera drones have also made use of immersive VR gaming headsets to get a jaw dropping racing experience with your drones which you might not have got in previous years .
3. Console vs pc vs smartphone gaming-which one is perfect for gaming
It’s the question that has been there since past few years and will always remain there as long as the gamers exist.
It can’t be quantified which one is good for gaming, every hardware has its own advantages and audience for it .some people like smartphone more gaming friendly because they may be light gamers but on the other hand some would be gaming obsessed who would like playing on high end consoles and gaming pc with top notch nvidia quadro graphics having 24 gb of memory on 140 fps 4k monitor to play some real action packed games like far cry 3 or crises etc
But as we move forward in 2017 it has been seen that console and mobile gaming would see a rise in coming few years because people want more quality games to play on go which could be done on mobiles and many new consoles like nintindo 3ds ,PlayStation 4 ,xbox ,switch etc which proved that console gaming is still on rise after selling thousands of units in minutes after the launch .
4. UK is emerging gaming powerhouse
As we move ahead in current year the UK gaming studios are becoming very powerful .From Rockstar north introducing online gta in past year to the stunning and stellar games pulled out by Lionhead each year which have never failed to impress us, we have seen it all .
Many more players have come in UK game development arena which makes it an indisputable fact that you need to buy some cool games directly from them as soon as they are released which can be done without any hassle with the help uk parcel forwarding service which allows you order anything including games and all other items like different cooking resources directly from uk without having any physical mailing address in UK to get it shipped to you at your residence in any place around the world to get your hands on the new games from these awesome gaming studios at the earliest without any delays to break the records and show your powers to world full of gamers .
As we move forward with the evolution of technology ,gaming industry would see its evolution too but not at very high speed .Although many new attempts like streaming games via twitch ,bringing in new consoles ,Introducing AR games like Pokémon go and many more were made in yester years to keep the gamers of the world engaged and keep going but still its just the start of new era which could make the future world of gaming more user friendly ,immersive and relaxing to give its player what they want form the game i.e to win when they put their effort but don’t get disappointed on losing when there’s still room for improvement .
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Ezugi, part of the Evolution Gaming Group, has gone live in Lithuania as it continues to grow its presence in regulated markets around the world.
Ezugi is the first Live Dealer to launch in Lithuania with its suite of live casino titles and will go live with several big-name operators over the coming weeks.
Games certified for launch iinclude live blackjack, live roulette and live baccarat, with more titles and variants due to be approved shortly.
The certification in Lithuania comes after testing standards were successful met and approval awarded by the country’s regulator.
Operators in Lithuania can now access Ezugi’s innovative portfolio of live dealer titles which are streamed in high definition from nine state of the art studios around the world.
Ezugi has targeted Lithuania as it sees tremendous potential in the market as live casino continues to gather popularity with players around the world.
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These x-ray pictures are worth 1,000 words about how people age that every person should know.
The three pictures represent neck x-rays of three different individuals who are in their mid- fifties with a very similar history of trauma over the years including mild sports injuries, car accidents, and head trauma.
The x-ray image on the left is of a person who has never received chiropractic care prior to the film being taken. The x-ray in the middle represents a person who has received chiropractic Crisis Care only at times when he was in acute pain. The person on the right has been receiving chiropractic Lifestyle Care for over 30 years. Here’s what we can learn from these images:
No Care: Notice the deterioration of the bone and the disc between C4, C5, C6 and C7. These segments look like a much older person because of the localized bone and joint decay. On the other hand, the segments above look fairly healthy as representing a much younger appearance like you might see in a healthy 20 to 30-year-old person. Yet this healthy and unhealthy appearance is within the same person who has had no chiropractic care to ensure a healthy alignment of his spine and proper function of his nervous system. At times of crisis, this person has resorted to medication and pain relieving treatments such as ice, physical therapies and exercise that masked the symptoms temporarily.
Now, unfortunately, this person has really limited range of motion and organic health problems related to the nerve deterioration and the bone deterioration in the affected areas.
Chiropractic care is providing relief and increased function and mobility, but a long-term correction may never occur. The symptom-based treatments have contributed to this person deteriorating more comfortably. It only takes one area like this to severely limit your life.
Crisis Care Only: The middle x-ray represents a patient who has had Crisis Care only. At times of injury or pain this person would mask the symptoms with medication and only go to a chiropractor to get relief from their condition that the adjustment or other modality would provide. The areas of decay are confined primarily to two segments, C-5 – C6. This person responded so quickly to his Crisis Care adjustments that he never followed through on correcting the underlying structure. This has allowed this patient’s spine and nervous system to deteriorate more comfortably over the years. The deterioration is limiting their function and can be affecting his health on organic levels even while no symptoms are present.
Lifestyle Care: This person is showing proper alignment with no decay and a near normal neck curve. This patient has no history of organ dysfunction and no limit in his range of motion or activity levels. The intensity of his Lifestyle Care varies based on the intensity of his lifestyle and can range from one visit per week to one visit per month.
We’ve known as early as the early 1900s through the Windsor Autopsy Study that spinal nerve deterioration can cause organic disease and dysfunction. We now know that the impact can be even more significant as it can affect the brain. Research has shown that 90percentsign of the stimulation to the brain comes from movement of the spine. A healthy spine and nervous system is vital to healthy aging on every level.
We are getting the advanced notice that our parents and grandparents never received that, whether we like it or not, we will probably live longer than we ever thought. Let’s learn from our grandparents’ generation and make the health of our spine and nervous system, chiropractic Lifestyle Care, a priority during every stage of life and not just wait for a crisis. |
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Some of the world’s greatest ice sports athletes in speed, synchronised and figure skating will descend on Nottingham this week as the National Ice Centre gears up to host a series of elite sporting events.
The showcase of sporting talent promises a thrilling experience for members of the public who can watch some of the most accomplished international skaters as they demonstrate their sheer ice skills and athleticism. Among those competing for top-rank status are more than 100 skaters who train every day at the National Ice Centre.
Tamara Cvijanovic, Figure Skating Manager, Coach and Choreographer at the National Ice Centre, says: “It’s an exciting month ahead at the National Ice Centre, with our homegrown talent competing against skaters from across the world hoping to achieve recognition for their sensational ice skills from hours of training. It’s a thrilling sport to watch and we are encouraging members of the public to join us and cheer on our fantastic Nottinghamshire talent.”
Synchronised skating competition, The Britannia Cup is on January 15, which will see teams from across the globe of up to 20 figure skaters perform perfectly synchronised choreographed moves together.
The figure skating Robin Hood Trophy (January 16-19) will welcome international skaters from as young as two and up to 65 years old to perform their impeccably rehearsed routines to judges.
As well as the opportunity to witness elite sporting events, adults and children alike are invited to embrace ice lessons as a fulfilling New Year’s resolution. Whether aiming to learn figure skating, sharpen ice hockey skills, or simply looking for an enjoyable fitness activity, ice sports are the perfect way to start the year.
Lessons are structured to accommodate various age groups and skill levels. The National Ice Centre’s state-of-the-art facilities ensure a safe and enjoyable learning environment and are delivered by experienced and passionate instructors.
Tamara Cvijanovic is a former elite international competitor and represented Croatia as the National Champion at the World Junior, European and World Championships back in 1993 and 1994. She started skating at just four years old and has been a performance figure skating coach at the highest international level for more than two decades.
Tamara adds: “Whether you’re a complete novice or have some experience, our lessons cater to everyone, offering a supportive environment to learn, grow, and most importantly, have fun. Not only are ice sports great for improved fitness, it’s also an opportunity to make new friends. Why not give it a go!”
Dates of upcoming sporting events at the National Ice Centre
January 15 – Britannia Cup
January 16-19 – Robin Hood Trophy.
For more information on the elite sporting events in January or to enrol in ice sports lessons, visit www.national-ice-centre.com |
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Can a plumber detect a water leak?
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I asked my parents to purchase a badge for my account but when they made an account under my name they set the age to my mother's age.
Is it too late to change the age? Or can I still use the pass despite being under 18
As long as you're over 10 (the upper limit for child wrist bands) it should be okay. Just don't try to get into any over 18 or over 21 events (official or otherwise) and you should be fine. You'd probably have to email customer service to get your age changed but this close to the con it probably wouldn't be until after Aug 5th before they got around to changing it anyways. |
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talking more about it been a dig at religion of sorts
Love the song myself
I don't know, I can't see too many taking great offense at this stage. If it was a pointed dig at the messenger of a certain religion's deity I could see an issue, but the target is christian TV evangelists and the song is nearly 30 years old.
Anyway - I'm with you, would be delighted to hear it on the tour. If nothing else, Phil's vocals are less likely to struggle with later material I assume. |
Testing instrument circuit maintenance is the company has always been an indispensable part of.
Because only by it can make originally not qualified products factory in the end.
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Because it not only be applied to many of the instruments and professional knowledge, sometimes also needs to have rich experience in the scene.
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ing instrument fault diagnosis method 1, the hitting hand pressure we use testing instrument, often encounter the phenomenon of instrument operation and downs, this phenomenon is mostly caused by poor contact or virtual welding.
In this case with hand pressure can be used.
The so-called 'rap' is on the part of the fault may be produced, through a small rubber ð ¨ + head or other tap tap the board or components, see if it will cause error or downtime
The so-called 'hand' is when failure occurs, turn off the power to connect components and plug and seat back pressed firmly with the hand, it will try to eliminate the fault.
Tapping the chassis is normal, if found again knock again not normal, it's best to put all joint stuck to try again, if you don't succeed, to think of other ways.
2, observational method using visual, smell and touch.
To some, the damaged element will change color, blister or charred spots;
The smell of burning device will produce some special;
Short circuit of the chip will be hot;
With the naked eye can observe virtual soldering or desoldering.
3, the so-called exclusions method is through some board inside the machine, pull device to determine the cause of the problem.
When removing a card or device instrument returned to normal, after failure there.
4, replace law requires two same instrument or have enough spare parts.
Will be a good spare parts with the same components of fault on board to replace, the fault is eliminated.
5, comparative law requires two same instrument, and there is a normal operation.
Using this method also has the necessary equipment, for example, multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.
According to the comparison of the nature of the points, comparison, waveform comparison, comparison of static impedance, voltage output comparison, comparison of current and so on.
The specific method is: let the defective testing instrument and normal testing instrument to run in the same situation, and then some detection point of signal be comparative test of two groups of signal, and if there is different, you can conclude that fault out here.
This approach requires maintenance personnel have considerable knowledge and skills.
Sometimes 6, cooling method, testing instrument work a long time, or working environment at high temperature in summer can appear fault, check normal shutdown, stop for a period of time it is normal again, fail again in a moment.
This phenomenon is due to individual IC or component performance is poor, temperature characteristic parameters are not up to standard requirements.
In order to find out the cause of the problem, can use litre cooling method.
So-called cooling is when failure occurs, cotton fiber to anhydrous alcohol in wiping may be out of order, make its cool, observe whether fault is eliminated.
So-called warming is artificially environment temperature, such as soldering iron nearer questionable parts (
Attention must not will increase temperature too high, so that damage the normal device)
Whether tested failure.
7, ride a shoulder on shoulder also called parallel method.
Put a piece of good IC chip in to check the chip, or the good components (
Resistance capacitance, diode, triode, etc. )
With components in parallel to check, maintain good contact, if internal open circuit fault from the device or poor contact, that is the way that can be ruled out.
8, capacitance bypass method when a circuit produces quite strange phenomena, such as display confusion, can use the capacitance bypass method about the fault circuit part.
The capacitance jumper in the power of the IC and end;
Jumper in the base of transistor circuit input or collector output, to observe the effects of the failure phenomenon.
If capacitance bypass invalid input and the output of the bypass it end failure phenomenon disappear, then determine the fault occurs in the primary circuit.
9, status of control in general, in front of the fault is not sure, don't touch the components in the circuit, this is particularly true of the adjustable type device, potentiometer, etc.
But if after reference measures in advance,
For example, in touch before not well location marker or measured voltage or resistance, etc. )
And, if necessary, or allowed to touch.
After may change sometimes fault elimination.
10 and isolate fault isolation method does not require the same type of equipment or spare parts, and safe and reliable.
According to the flow chart of fault detection, demarcated by diminishing the fault search scope, combined with methods of signal contrast, exchange of parts, the general will soon find fault.
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UNIQLO asked us to provide promotion management to help raise awareness of their product, AIRism.
UNIQLO asked us to provide promotion management to help raise awareness of their product, AIRism - innerwear that helps keep you cool - to Londoners. As the British tend to remove clothes when it's hot, not add them, AIRism was new to the UK, and relatively unknown.
- Support new product launch & drive sales of Uniqlo AIRism
- Raise awareness amongst a captive audience.
NIQLO created an online campaign centred around commuters, positioning AIRism products as an essential for hot summer journeys. They challenged participants to pack their ideal commuter survival kit, a 'Qlommuter kit', comprising of four items (including one from a selection of AIRism products) and enter into a prize draw.
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An unprecedented year of cricket action on Eurosport the UK's BIGGEST commercial sport site.
Over 4.4 million users are interested in cricket according to Yahoo! behavioural targeting*
The Ashes:Jul-Aug 2013 This summer's BIGGEST sporting event
England aiming to retain The Ashes against Australia on home soil
5 Tests across July and August - all comprehensively covered on Yahoo! Eurosport
Continuous action for the domestic season. We will make full use of our full global network with input from Australia and India. Yahoo will be heavily marketing our coverage with the 2013 Ashes including branding at the venues. We are also looking at players video diaries.
Yahoo! Sport are currently in discussion with the Barmy Army - giving our users a unique look at this summer of cricket.
Yahoo! will cover the all the action across this summer of cricket including The Ashes, ICC Champions Trophy, summer tests and domestic action.
Our coverage will include news, updates, features, photos, blogs and live match data
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Yahoo! marketing will support our cricket offering throughout the summer, and there are opportunities for enhanced content with a brand partner
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Asana Custom Files Explained
Asana Custom Fields is a feature that allows teams to add custom data to tasks and projects, such as cost, priority, or customer information. This feature allows teams to organize and track their work in a way that is specific to their needs, and can help teams to make better-informed decisions.
There are several types of custom fields that teams can use in Asana:
- Text: Allows teams to add text-based data to tasks and projects, such as customer names, project titles, or task descriptions.
- Number: Allows teams to add numerical data to tasks and projects, such as budget, hours worked, or priority level.
- Date: Allows teams to add date-based data to tasks and projects, such as start and end dates, due dates, or project completion dates.
- Dropdown: Allows teams to add predefined options to tasks and projects, such as task status, project phase, or team member.
- Checkbox: Allows teams to add Boolean data to tasks and projects, such as whether a task is complete, whether a project is on track, or whether a team member is available.
Asana Custom Fields can be beneficial to companies in several ways:
- Improved organization: Asana Custom Fields allows teams to organize and track their work in a way that is specific to their needs, which can help teams to stay organized and on track.
- Better decision making: Asana Custom Fields allows teams to make better-informed decisions, by providing teams with access to additional data and information.
- Increased efficiency: Asana Custom Fields allows teams to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows, which can save time and effort and improve efficiency.
- Improved communication: Asana Custom Fields allows teams to send notifications to team members, which can improve communication and ensure that everyone is informed about important tasks and updates.
An example of custom fields can be:
- For a task, a custom field of “priority” can be added, with values of “High”, “Medium”, and “Low”.
- For a project, a custom field of “budget” can be added with a numerical value in dollars.
- For a team member, a custom field of “availability” can be added with a dropdown of values “Available”, “Unavailable”, “On leave”.
Asana Custom Fields can be used to trigger rules based on their values. For example, a rule can be set up to automatically assign a task to a specific team member if the task’s priority custom field value is “High”. Additionally, a rule can be set up to send a notification to the team leader if the task’s budget custom field value exceeds a certain threshold.
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How to Create Shoppable Videos for Sports Equipment
Learn how to take your sports equipment business to the next level with shoppable videos.
Shoppable videos are revolutionizing the way consumers view, engage with, and purchase sports equipment. By blending engaging content with interactive shopping experiences, these videos offer an exciting opportunity for businesses to boost their sales and reach new audiences. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the process of creating shoppable videos for sports equipment, touching on everything from planning and production to promotion and performance measurement.
Before diving into the creation process, it's essential to understand what shoppable videos are and why they have become so popular in recent years. In essence, shoppable videos combine video content with interactive e-commerce elements, allowing viewers to directly engage with the products displayed on-screen and make purchases.
Shoppable videos are a unique blend of video content and e-commerce functionality. They enable viewers to interact with products showcased within the video, offering instant access to additional product information, pricing, and purchasing options. These interactive elements are typically integrated through clickable product tags or icons overlaid on the video content, creating a seamless and intuitive shopping experience.
For sports equipment businesses, shoppable videos present a range of benefits. These include increased customer engagement, higher conversion rates, and expanded reach. By providing potential customers with a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience, they're more likely to explore and purchase products. Additionally, shoppable videos can elevate a brand's online presence, differentiate it from competitors, and drive traffic to both online and physical stores.
One of the key benefits of shoppable videos for sports equipment businesses is the ability to showcase their products in action. By demonstrating how their products can be used in real-world scenarios, businesses can help potential customers envision themselves using the products and enjoying the associated benefits. This can be particularly effective for sports equipment businesses, where the performance and functionality of products are often key selling points.
Another benefit of shoppable videos is the ability to provide viewers with detailed product information without interrupting the viewing experience. Rather than forcing viewers to navigate away from the video to learn more about a product, shoppable videos allow them to access additional information with just a few clicks. This can help to build trust and credibility with potential customers, as they feel empowered to make informed purchasing decisions.
Shoppable videos can also help sports equipment businesses to reach new audiences and expand their customer base. By creating engaging and shareable video content, businesses can attract viewers who may not have been aware of their products or services. This can help to increase brand awareness and drive traffic to both online and physical stores, ultimately leading to increased sales and revenue.
Overall, shoppable videos are a powerful tool for sports equipment businesses looking to enhance their e-commerce capabilities and drive sales. By combining engaging video content with intuitive e-commerce functionality, businesses can create a seamless and enjoyable shopping experience for their customers, ultimately leading to increased engagement, conversions, and revenue.
Creating a shoppable video begins with thorough planning. By outlining your video's goals, target audience, and product focus, you'll ensure that your content is tailored to the needs and preferences of your potential customers. A well-planned shoppable video can be an effective tool for increasing sales and engaging with your audience.
Start by defining your target audience. Who are the people most likely to be interested in your sports equipment? Consider factors such as gender, age, fitness level, and particular sports preferences. Understanding your target audience's demographics and psychographics will help you create relatable and appealing video content, increasing the likelihood that they'll engage with your products.
For example, if you're targeting women who enjoy yoga, you may want to focus on featuring yoga mats, blocks, and straps. You could also consider including tips on how to improve their yoga practice or how to use the equipment to enhance their workout.
Next, decide which products to highlight in your shoppable video. Consider focusing on new arrivals, bestsellers, or seasonally relevant items. Ensure that the products you select have a cohesive theme and appeal to your target audience. Remember, the goal is to create an engaging video that encourages viewers to interact with the on-screen products and make purchases.
For example, if you're creating a video for the summer season, you may want to feature products such as beach towels, sunscreen, and water bottles. You could also consider including tips on how to stay hydrated and protect your skin while enjoying outdoor activities.
Once you've determined your target audience and product selection, outline your shoppable video's storyline and script. The storyline should be engaging and give context to the products on display. This could be anything from a tutorial on how to use the equipment to an athlete sharing their experience with the products. Ensure that your script is concise, informative, and entices viewers to interact with the featured products.
For example, if you're featuring a new line of running shoes, you could create a storyline that follows a runner as they train for a marathon. You could include tips on how to prevent injuries, how to choose the right shoe for your foot type, and how to properly break in a new pair of shoes. By providing valuable information and context, you'll increase the likelihood that viewers will engage with your products and make a purchase.
Overall, creating a shoppable video requires careful planning and attention to detail. By understanding your target audience, selecting the right products, and crafting an engaging storyline and script, you can create a video that not only drives sales but also builds brand awareness and loyalty.
With the groundwork laid, it's time to delve into the technical aspects of shoppable video production. From choosing the right video format to ensuring optimal audio and visual quality, these critical components will make or break your shoppable video's overall effectiveness.
Selecting the appropriate video format is crucial for ensuring a seamless viewing experience across different devices and platforms. MP4 is the most widely supported and recommended format for online video content. Keep in mind that some e-commerce and social media platforms may have specific requirements or restrictions for video uploads, so be sure to check their guidelines before starting production.
When choosing the right video format, it's important to consider the length of your video as well. Shorter videos tend to perform better on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, while longer videos may be better suited for e-commerce platforms like Amazon or Walmart.
High-quality visuals are essential for creating engaging shoppable videos. Invest in a good camera or smartphone with a high-resolution camera and learn the basics of framing and composition. Proper lighting is also crucial; ensure that your products are well-lit and that the video's overall aesthetic is consistent with your brand image. You don't have to spend a fortune on professional equipment; a simple DIY lighting setup can work wonders for your video's appearance.
When it comes to framing and composition, consider using the rule of thirds to create visually appealing shots. This technique involves dividing the frame into thirds both horizontally and vertically, and placing the subject at the intersection of these lines. This creates a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing shot.
Clear and crisp audio is just as important as visuals in your shoppable video. If your video features narration or dialogue, invest in a dedicated microphone rather than relying on your camera's built-in mic. Additionally, carefully select any background music, ensuring it complements the video's tone and doesn't distract from the featured products.
When recording audio, it's important to consider the environment you're in. Avoid noisy or echoey spaces, and consider using a soundproofing blanket or foam to improve the quality of your audio.
Once you've captured your footage, it's time to edit your shoppable video. Consider using a video editing software like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro to add in text overlays, transitions, and other visual effects. Be sure to keep the video's overall aesthetic consistent with your brand image.
When editing your video, it's important to keep in mind the platform you'll be uploading it to. For example, Instagram videos should be no longer than 60 seconds, while YouTube allows for longer videos. Additionally, consider adding in call-to-action buttons or links to make it easy for viewers to shop your products.
Producing a successful shoppable video requires attention to detail and a focus on creating high-quality visuals and audio. By choosing the right video format, investing in good equipment, and carefully editing your footage, you can create a video that engages viewers and drives sales.
The hallmark of a shoppable video is its interactive features. These elements allow viewers to engage with the products and access additional information, pricing, and purchasing options. Mastering the art of incorporating these components can transform your video from a simple showcase to a powerful sales tool.
One of the most common ways to incorporate interactivity into your shoppable video is through product tags and links. These clickable elements appear directly on the video, typically in the form of icons or text overlays. When clicked, they provide viewers with more information about the featured products and the option to purchase them. Some platforms, like YouTube, offer built-in tools for adding product tags, while others may require you to use third-party software.
Overlays and call-to-action (CTA) buttons are another way to encourage viewer interaction. An overlay is a semi-transparent layer placed over the video that contains text, images, or animated elements. CTA buttons, on the other hand, are clickable buttons that can be positioned anywhere in the video frame. Both can be used to direct viewers to product pages or prompt them to take specific actions like adding items to their cart or signing up for a newsletter.
For an immersive and seamless shopping experience, consider integrating a shopping cart and payment options directly into your shoppable video. This allows viewers to complete their purchases without leaving the video, increasing the likelihood of conversions. Several e-commerce platforms and video hosting services offer this functionality, so explore your options and select the best solution for your needs.
With your shoppable video complete, it's time to launch it into the digital arena. A comprehensive promotional strategy is essential for reaching your target audience and driving engagement with your content.
Social media platforms are indispensable tools for promoting your shoppable videos. Share your content on popular sites like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as sports-centric platforms and forums. Remember to optimize your videos for each platform, as some sites may have unique requirements for video formatting or length.
Email marketing and newsletters are also excellent vehicles for promoting your shoppable videos. Share your video with your existing email subscribers and encourage them to share it with their networks. Consider offering exclusive discounts or promotions for viewers who watch the video and make a purchase.
Influencer marketing is a powerful way to amplify your shoppable video's reach and credibility. Partner with well-known athletes, trainers, or influencers in the sports industry who align with your brand and target audience. They can share your content with their followers, review your products, or even appear in your shoppable videos, adding an extra layer of authenticity and drawing more potential customers to your content.
As with any marketing campaign, it's essential to measure the performance of your shoppable videos to gauge their effectiveness and gather insights for future content. By tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyzing user engagement data, you'll be equipped to make data-driven decisions and continuously refine your shoppable video strategy.
Identify and track relevant KPIs to evaluate the success of your shoppable videos. This may include metrics like reach, impressions, views, clicks, conversions, and revenue generated. These KPIs will provide valuable insights into how your videos are performing and how they are contributing to your overall business goals.
Delve deeper into your video performance by analyzing user engagement and conversion rates. How long are viewers watching your videos, and at which points are they dropping off? Which products are generating the most clicks and conversions? By examining this data, you can identify areas for improvement, fine-tune your video content, and enhance the overall shopping experience for your customers.
Use the insights gained from analyzing your shoppable video performance to make informed decisions for future content. Continually refine your target audience, product selection, video structure, and promotional strategies to ensure that your shoppable videos are continually driving engagement and sales for your sports equipment business.
Creating shoppable videos for sports equipment is an exciting and rewarding process. By understanding the fundamentals, planning your content strategically, and leveraging the strengths of video production and interactive elements, you can create compelling videos that resonate with your audience and drive your business goals. As with any marketing endeavor, continuously measure and iterate on your approach to keep your shoppable videos fresh, engaging, and effective.
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66 points by Giannis Antetokounmpo - €66,000 by Novibet
For the initiative for autism,
“UniquAll - All Unique-All Equal”!
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the ambassador of Novibet’s social responsibility program, The GiANT Heart, has kicked off the year outstandingly! Giannis scored 35 and 31 points in his first two games of the 2022 regular season against the New Orleans Pelicans and the Detroit Pistons, respectively. In addition to his exceptional performance, there is another purposeful reason for celebrating. Novibet will turn the 66 total points that Giannis Antetokounmpo scored into financial aid, offering €66,000 to the initiative for autism “UniquAll - All Unique-All Equal”!
Novibet and Giannis remain true to their shared values by embracing once again the underprivileged members of our society wholeheartedly. Novibet is committed to creating an inclusive community where children within the spectrum of autism share equal opportunities in our society. Hence, Novibet donates €1,000 for every point that Giannis Antetokounmpo scored at the first two games of Bucks in 2022, to the initiative “UniquAll - All Unique-All Equal.”
On New Year’s Eve, against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Greek-Freak achieved the 27th triple-double of his career with 35 points, 16 rebounds, and 10 assists, giving a remarkable performance. On the 4th of January, against the Detroit Pistons, we witnessed an equally outstanding performance by Giannis, making a double-double with 31 points and 10 rebounds, even though the Bucks were not victorious in that game.
As Giannis Antetokounmpo quoted: “My mindset before every game is always the same: Give my best to help my team win! At the first game, we made it; at the second, we did not. The contribution to the initiative “UniquAll - All Unique-All Equal” was always on my mind during the first two games. I feel more than excited to have provided support to children within the spectrum of autism and helped an organisation with such a great purpose. It is a matter of high significance that dramatically affects the future of younger generations. It is everyone’s obligation to actively support young people, create the conditions for them to be equal members of society, and make their dreams come true. We are responsible for co-creating an inclusive society where they can grow and reach their full potential. Within the framework of the purposeful partnership we have established with Novibet, more social impact initiatives will follow, always setting the significant needs of our community first”.
Dimitris Papanikolaou, the national Greek ex-basketball player and the man who brought "UniquAll - All Unique - All Equal"into life, mentioned: “Many thanks to those who believe in us and stand by us with actions. Novibet, through the CSR initiative "The GiANT Heart," was the first company to support our effort. Giannis, thank you! Your 66 points will bring much-needed joy to many children. We feel proud to have Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nick Galis by our side! We keep on giving our best.”
Vassias Berkowitz, Chief Marketing Officer at Novibet, stated on behalf of the company: “Our main target at Novibet, leaving 2021 behind us, was to launch a social impact activation that would make a real difference. Integrating Giannis’ performance into our program was the key to successful results! Giannis has managed to score 66 points in total in just two games, which have been turned into financial aid of €66,000 by Novibet. We are delighted since with this amount, we significantly support the initiative "UniquAll - All Unique-All Equal,” giving children within the spectrum of autism the opportunity to enjoy the excitement of sports and bring them a bit closer to their dreams.”
Visit ‘GiANT Heart’ website here.
Follow ‘GiANT Heart’ on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook.
Information on Autism Action on the page Uniquall.net, στο email: [email protected] and on Social Media: Facebook, Instagram
About The Giant Heart Community Giving Program
The Love Alliance of Novibet and Giannis Antetokounmpo was established in May 2021 with the aim of substantial and multi-level strengthening of vulnerable social groups and focusing on the implementation of a series of targeted actions, based on the values of social contribution, hope and second chance. Since then, with "The GiANT Heart" vehicle, they have provided significant support to emergency needs in the midst of the health crisis, such as the reinforcement of the equipment of the Children's Oncology Unit "Marianna V. Vardinogianni - ELPIDA" and the immediate offer of temporary housing to those affected by catastrophic fires in Attica this summer. |
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joined a group of more than 30 senators to cosponsor the bipartisan Reviving the Economy Sustainably Towards a Recovery in Twenty-Twenty (RESTART) Act to support small- and mid-sized businesses that have been hit the hardest by the coronavirus crises. While the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was intended to support small- and mid-sized businesses weather the economic crisis caused by COVID-19, many have slipped through the cracks and are struggling to maintain operations and pay their employees. Theaters and live events, restaurants and hospitality make up a significant part of New York’s economy and have faced unprecedented revenue losses since March. Across the country, independent venues are forecasted to lose almost $9 billion in revenue if the rest of 2020 remains dark and the majority expect to permanently close if shutdowns persist and no federal funding becomes available. The RESTART Act would provide a lifeline for these small businesses, which have been unable to access PPP by creating a new loan program to fund 6 months of payroll, benefits, and fixed operating expenses for businesses that have lost substantial revenue due to the pandemic.
“Small businesses — including theaters, venues, and restaurants —make New York a world renowned destination and we must help them survive this economic crisis,” said Senator Gillibrand. “Unfortunately the PPP program didn’t go far enough to support small businesses across the country, but the RESTART Act would help fill the gaps and ensure they receive the support they deserve. I’m proud to work with my colleagues across the aisle to push for this important legislation in the next relief package.”
Senator Gillibrand and her colleagues are calling for the inclusion of the RESTART Act in the next coronavirus relief package. U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin recently voiced support for its inclusion.
Specifically, the RESTART Act would:
- Provide access to loans to cover 6 months of payroll, benefits, and fixed operating expenses for small and mid-sized businesses and nonprofits that have suffered significant revenue losses and would provide an extended 12-month covered loan period for businesses that have seen revenues decline by at least 80 percent;
- Forgive a share of loans based on revenue declines suffered by the recipient in 2020 (or during the six-month covered loan period) compared to a year earlier, with the remainder to be paid back over 7 years, with generous loan terms. Businesses with fewer than 5,000 employees would receive even more favorable terms on loan forgiveness;
- Offer more favorable loan terms to nonprofits, including a longer duration and a lower interest rate;
- Defer interest payments for the first year of the loan, and defers principal payments for the first 2 years, with additional deferral available to economically distressed firms;
- Build an origination fee structure designed to provide an incentive for banks and other financial institutions to assist the smallest businesses;
- Allow businesses to choose when to rehire their workers and when to deploy the capital;
- Provide a 100% loan guarantee from the federal government.
A one-pager on the RESTART Act can be found here. |
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The afternoon tea or G & tea is fabulously extravagant. Indulge in the ultimate British experience set among the beautiful Surrey Hills.
Time & Location
02 Sept 2022, 14:00 – 17:00
Dorking, The Gin Kitchen, Punchbowl Ln, Dorking RH5 4DX, UK
About the event
Indulge in a perfectly prepared selection of savoury treats including delicious unlimited finger sandwiches and tempting modern touches alongside freshly baked scones with clotted cream and homemade seasonal jams. and miniature delectable bite-size cakes, pastries and delicacies.
Served with four different cocktail options (detailed below) or with a selection of teas and coffee. Mocktails are also available for non-drinkers.
Vegan menu and gluten and dairy free alternatives available when booked in advance.
Please notify us when booking or at least one week in advance of any food allergies.
Afternoon Tea Menu
Example of finger sandwiches:
- Duo of Salmon Eclair - Scottish smoked salmon flavoured with dill, garlic chive and cream cheese. Topped with a bbq hot salmon brushed with honey, ginger and lime. Contains wheat, milk, egg, fish.
- Cucumber - Bread slices of thinly cut salted local cucumber with cream cheese, horseradish and dill on a green olive bread. contains wheat, milk. Suitable for vegetarians
- Salt Beef - 14 hour braised, brined beef brisket with a mustard tartare on an open mini bagel topped with radish. contains wheat, mustard, milk and egg.
- Duck Egg and Truffle Mayonnaise - A soft rich bun filled with truffled duck egg mayonnaise flavoured with diced red pepper, spring onion, Parmesan cheese topped with micro cress. contains wheat, gluten, egg, milk. Suitable for vegetarians.
- Coronation Chicken - Lemon bread filled with organic free range shredded chicken combined with a homemade mayonnaise, yoghurt, dried fruit, sweet mango chutney and herbs and spices. Contains wheat, milk, egg.
Scones and Preserves
- Selection of freshly baked fruit and plain scones.
- Home-made seasonal jams strawberry honey lavender, rhubarb rose
- Surrey clotted cream.
Selection of Cakes
Examples of the miniature delectable bite-size cakes, pastries and delicacies:
- Passion and white chocolate Delice - Tangy passion fruit on a sweet smooth white chocolate mousse. Sat on a chocolate cookie base. Contains milk, soya, egg. Gluten free.
- Kaffir Lime Pie - Kaffir lime tart topped with a cardamom toasted meringue. Contains wheat, egg, milk. Suitable for vegetarians.
- Verrine - Mango, coconut & raspberry verrine. Contains soya, milk. Gluten free.
- Battenberg Cake - Light matcha tea sponge and strawberry sponge cake held together with strawberry jam, covered in marzipan with sesame seeds. Contains almond, wheat, sesame. Suitable for vegans, dairy free.
- Banoffee pie - A crunchy pastry shell filled with a creamy toffee banana pastry cream and toffee pieces. Contains wheat, milk, egg.
N.B. Not all ingredients are listed on the menu. There may be traces of allergens.
- French 75 - The Gin Kitchen’s own twist on the classic champagne cocktail, made with carbonated Insane Ostrich Classic Gin, freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice and sugar syrup served in a chilled coupe glass and topped with champagne.
Then a choice of either:
- Lapsang Souchong Negroni - Gutsy Monkey Winter Gin blended with Campari, Antica Formula sweet vermouth and Lapsang Souchong syrup. Served in a teapot with ice cubes.
- Dance Like a Butterfly - Dancing Dragontail Summer Gin, lemon juice, grenadine, pineapple juice. Served in a teapot with ice cubes.
Then a further choice of either:
- 50 Shades of Earl Grey - Dancing Dragontail Summer Gin with creme de mure blackberry liqueur, lemon juice and topped with prosecco.
- The Concubine's Bellini - Rose-infused rum, lychee, sugar syrup, vanilla, lime and prosecco.
Then to finish a choice of either:
- Strawberry Daiquiri - A daiquiri made with Resurrection Rum, strawberry puree, coconut and vanilla syrup.
- Espresso Martini - Kahlua, espresso shot, vanilla syrup and The Ginger Cat Gin.
Teas and Coffee Available
- Espresso, latte, cappuccino and Americano
- Fortnum and Mason Earl Grey Classic, Darjeeling, Assam, Lapsang Souchong and Jasmine Green Tea.
Please arrive no more than 5 minutes early for your experience.
If you require more than 10 tickets, please contact us to arrange on [email protected] or call us on 01306 889598.
If a member of your group has any dietary requirements please contact us on [email protected] at least one week before the event and we will gladly accommodate them. We have a zero food-waste kitchen and so cannot accommodate dietary requirements on the day.
If there’s any chance you look younger than 25 please bring a passport, driving licence or a card with a PASS hologram. Photographs of ID on a phone are not acceptable. If you don't have ID and you look younger than 25 we cannot provide a refund. We can arrange soft drinks for non-drinkers.
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Minimum booking for 2 guests. If you need to cancel or move your booking, we quire 7 days notice to do this. |
This research studies the possibilities of applying unsaturated polyester coating in civil engineering. Unsaturated polyester coating is used as a polymeric material on concrete or cement mortar to improve its mechanical properties such as compressive and shear strength of concrete. Due to the brittle behavior of concrete, shear strength is one of the most important factors to be considered in structural concrete design. The model used for the geometry and loading configuration was selected to generate the shear stress state. A partially merged triplex concrete cubes is one of elements form of a shear area due to the presence of the span shear subject to direct shear force. This research focuses on describing the experimental test using samples of polyester to determine its mechanical properties. Standard concrete cubes were prepared to determine the compressive strength that concrete will withstand before and after polyester coating. As well as Partially merged triplex concrete cubes used to know the direct shear stress that the model will withstand before and after the polyester coating. This paper presents the differences between all results based on the different thicknesses of polyester coating layers on the concrete surface. The uses of unsaturated polyester with different thicknesses 13μm, 25.5μm, 38μm and 60μm as a coating on the outer surface of the concrete led to a decrease in the displacement of the concrete component by 5%, 11.4%, 20.3% and 31.8% respectively compared to samples without coating. The results showed that when using unsaturated polyester with different thicknesses of 13μm, 25.5μm, 38μm and 60μm as coating on the outer surface of concrete, the shear strength of the concrete component increased by 6%, 18%, 28% and 37% respectively Compared to samples without coating. |
Come experience the debut of an exciting new solution, BevOat™ Low Viscosity, designed for ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. Experts will be on-stand to demonstrate how our latest ingredient advances can help to create innovative solutions to meet growing trends in the food and nutrition industry.
We are excited to highlight our plant-based nutrition expertise at this year’s Vitafoods Europe. In addition to featuring a number of plant-powered innovative prototypes, we will be showcasing a selection of dairy protein, bioactives and vitamin mineral premixes across a range of applications in bars, bites and beverages.
Sustainable sports nutrition
Following the sustainability theme of the Vitafoods 2019 event, we will be highlighting innovation and application know-how across various plant-based solutions. There will be two plant-based sports nutrition prototypes available at the show. The first designed for pre-workout is FitNox Fueled RTM, featuring FitNox™, a source of 100% plant-based Nitric Oxide (NO) that has been shown to deliver a 336% boost in NO for superior performance with no added stimulants. Driven by patent pending plant-based matrix technology, FitNox contains three key botanical ingredients designed for pre-workout – Moringa Oleifera Leaf extract, pomegranate extract and black ginger extract. High in vitamins C, B1, B3, B5 and B12 the FitNox Fueled RTM is the perfect pre-workout drink to protect cells from oxidative stress and boost overall performance.
In addition, we will be presenting a Plant Protein Recovery RTM which revitalises and replenishes post-workout. Featuring HarvestPro® PeaProtein, BevOat, BevFlax XtraSmooth flaxseed and Glanbia’s instantized Branch Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) AminoBlast®, the beverage delivers 20g of protein per serving, 1.1g of Omega-3, and is a good source of fibre. With an indulgent salted caramel taste, and smooth texture, this RTM drink offers complete plant-powered nutrition.
Indulgent healthy snacking
As the healthy snacking market segment continues to grow, so does our innovative bar ingredient portfolio, exemplified by our Whipped Chocolate Sensation Bar. Packed with 13.2g of protein per 50g serving, the bar delivers both indulgence and nutrition. The bar features BarPro® Milk Protein, which provides a unique whipped texture, minimises bar hardening and extends shelf life and BevFlax XtraSmooth for a smooth soft taste.
Alongside this will be a Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate Bar featuring our new Crunchie™ Milk Protein Crisps, BarFlex® partially hydrolyses whey protein isolate, BevWise® whey protein and BarPro Milk Protein. With 20g of high-quality protein per 72g bar, this indulgent snack offers a clean flavour while having a crunchy texture, thanks to the innovative protein crisps. In addition to the high protein content, it is low in sugar and packed with 11g of fibre offering an all-round healthy and satisfying snack.
To showcase our micronutrient premixes and supplements, enjoy our Blueberry Boost solution, designed to increase energy and strengthen the immune system. This great tasting supplement includes 100% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamins and minerals to boost everyday wellbeing.
Oat powered beverages
The growing popularity of oat drinks is well documented, with a 40% increase in product launches for oat drinks in 2017-2018 and Forbes even pondering if 2019 is the year of the oat, it is the on-trend drink of the moment. While undeniably a growing market for the RTD segment, it is a tricky ingredient to work with, as congealing is a big issue when exposed to heat, therefore limiting how manufacturers can use it. Glanbia’s new BevOat Low Viscosity (LV) provides manufacturers with a gluten-free, heat-stable oat flour designed specifically for RTD. The nutritionally rich pourable oat flour will be showcased on stand at Vitafoods and offers a silky smooth mouth feel with a clean oaty flavour that is perfect for the oat beverages customers are craving.
We are delighted to be back at Vitafoods Europe again this year,” comments Tara Maguire, European Marketing Manager at Glanbia Nutritionals. “With sustainability the key focus of this year’s event, it provides us with the ideal opportunity to highlight the innovative plant-based ingredients and solutions that we offer and showcase our formulation expertise on stand
We’re also looking forward to introducing two new products, BevOat Low Viscosity and FitNox and encourage visitors to stop by the stand to find out how Glanbia is driving innovation in the industry
For more information, please visit us at Vitafoods Europe on stand H84, to meet the experts and discover our comprehensive portfolio of nutritional and functional solutions. |
Cummings named president and CEO of Consolidated Glass
November 18, 2019 By Consolidated Glass Holdings
Nov. 18, 2019 – Consolidated Glass Holdings is pleased to announce Robert T. Cummings as the company’s new President and Chief Executive officer, effective Nov. 18, 2019, succeeding Bill Varner, who is retiring. Cummings has served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CGH since June 2019.
“Bob brings extensive experience and is well known in the industry for being a driven, passionate leader,” said former CEO Bill Varner, who advised the CGH Board of his intent to retire several months ago. “We are thrilled to have someone of Bob’s caliber step in to run the company.”
In his new role, Cummings will be responsible for leading CGH’s Architectural Division—including J.E. Berkowitz, Solar Seal, and Columbia Commercial Buildings Products—as well as its Security Division—including Dlubak Specialty Glass and Global Security Glazing.
A 30-year glass industry veteran, Cummings also has held executive level positions at Hartung Glass Industries, Guardian Industries, Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions, United Glass Corporation, and Standard Bent Glass Corporation.
Cummings earned his MBA from Waynesburg College, and graduated from Westminster College with a Bachelor of Science.
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Volga-Dnepr Group and Sheremetyevo Airport Join Forces
Volga-Dnepr Group and Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport have signed a long-term cooperation agreement to develop a cargo hub at the airport.
The strategic step is a milestone in the history of the companies’ relationship and intends to join forces of the airport and the airline in the areas influencing development of air cargo business, said a statement from the companies.
“For our airport, an agreement of such level and context is the key to success as it anticipates a systematic approach towards enhancement of cargo infrastructure,” said Michael Vasilenko, director general of Sheremetyevo International Airport. “We are delighted that it embraces not only the quantitative side, where Volga-Dnepr Group guarantees an agreed volume of transit, transfer and import-export cargo flows, but the qualitative side as well with the building of an up-to-date hangar complex for maintenance and repair services, expansion of cargo facilities to offer handling for special commodities and, most importantly, provision of all the resources needed from our side.”
Besides cargo infrastructure enhancement at the airport, the agreement will encourage cooperation with other international airports in order to increase cargo flows and exchange experience in terms of implementation of certain business-related projects and innovations.
“Both Volga-Dnepr Group and Sheremetyevo airport are strategically oriented towards development of a modern international level air cargo hub at the premises of Sheremetyevo airport,” said Sergey Lazarev, Director General of AirBridgeCargo Airlines, a component of Volga-Dnepr. “All the agreements and mutual obligations reached in this agreement are particularly intended to guarantee a high quality level of air cargo services for our customers.” |
Fewer Americans were able to pay their monthly bills in October 2022 compared to the year prior, according to a new report from the U.S. Federal Reserve. In October 2022, 82% of adults said they expected to pay their bills in full, down from 86% in 2021.
However, lower-income adults are less likely to be able to afford bills, according to the report. The report shows that 33% of households making less than $25,000 are unable to pay all their bills, and 22% of households making between $25,000 and $50,000 are unable to pay all their bills.
Price increases on necessities like food, fuel and electricity have caused many Americans financial hardship over the year. Nearly all the adults polled said they had seen prices go up during 2022. It caused many to make changes in their budget to be able to afford the necessities.
Price increases affected 64% of Americans making between $25,000 and $50,000, but people felt the pinch across the board. Sixty percent of those making less than $25,000 said their budget had been affected “a lot” by price increases. Those making more also felt the difference, with 59% of families making more than $50,000 but less than $100,000 seeing the difference, and 41% of households making six figures needing to adjust their budget to accommodate higher prices.
Americans used five tactics to help make ends meet in the face of inflation.
Cutting Back on Products (By Using Less or Taking Them Out of the Budget Entirely)
Cutting back on specific products can help save money. Whether it’s using slightly less dish soap or shampoo, or cutting certain products out of your routine, every small change can help stretch your dollars. Sixty-six percent of Americans polled reduced their use of certain products or cut them out of their household budget altogether.
A separate study from the University of Michigan showed that 19% of households cut back on groceries, while 12% cut back on purchasing household items, and 12% reduced dining and entertainment purchases.
Switching to Cheaper Products
Sixty-four percent of Americans said they switched to a cheaper version of products they buy regularly, according to Federal Reserve data.
Delaying a Major Purchase
Nearly half (49%) of Americans polled said they have delayed a major purchase. Amongst the purchases likely to be delayed were cars, refrigerators, exercise equipment and new homes, according to a survey last year from Money.com.
CNN Business noted that Americans aren’t replacing items purchased during the pandemic that are still in good condition, such as televisions and home appliances.
Reducing Savings (51%)
More than half (51%) reduced their rate of savings as a response to inflation in 2022. CNBC reported that Americans had an average of $9,000 less in their savings accounts in May 2022 than they did the year prior. According to Northwestern Mutual’s “Planning & Progress Study 2022,” 60% of U.S. adults said the pandemic was “highly disruptive” to their finances and based on the Federal Reserve report, many households still have not recovered.
Borrowing Money (15%)
Once Americans had taken steps to make ends meet, roughly 15% said they still had to resort to borrowing money to pay their bills.
Generating Additional Income (26%)
The gig economy continued to grow in 2022. As a response to higher prices, 18% of Americans said they got another job or side gig or asked for additional hours at their primary job. Another 8% asked their employer for a raise.
As inflation continues, it’s expected Americans will continue using these tactics through 2023 as a response to rising prices.
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Over the last few months, GO BOX Storage has been researching and updating our home staging information. Home Staging is used to help sell your home quickly and at the best price possible. During difficult economic periods good home staging can really make a difference between selling or not selling your home.
We are really happy to offer you our new Home Staging ebook. The ebook was created by Morgan Smith who did a great job of explaining the finer details of successful home staging using an easy-to-follow point form system.
This 20 page ebook is full of good advice to get you into the right frame-of-mind to sell your home. There is a whole page on helpful links if you are looking for more information or support for your home staging activities.
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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Paul Brunton, The Notebooks
As his mind becomes purer and his emotions come under control, his thoughts become clearer and his instincts truer. As he learns to live more and more in harmony with his higher Self, his body’s natural intuition becomes active of itself. The result is that false desires and unnatural instincts which have been imposed upon it by others or by himself will become weaker and weaker and fall away entirely in time. This may happen without any attempt to undergo an elaborate system of self-discipline on his part: yet it will affect his way of living, his diet, his habits. False cravings like the craving for smoking tobacco will vanish of their own accord; false appetites like the appetite for alcoholic liquor or flesh food will likewise vanish; but the more deep-seated the desire, the longer it will take to uproot it–except in the case of some who will hear and answer a heroic call for an abrupt change.
"The teachings of Jesus and his followers correspond closely with the practices of Sant Mat (The Path of the Masters). From the point...
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Understanding the Importance of Heater Maintenance
If you have recently purchased a new heating system, you may want to have it maintained regularly to extend its lifespan. Similar to your car or any other mechanical equipment, a heating system tune-up is important to keep the unit at optimal performance.
Gold Medal Service strongly recommends that you schedule an annual heating system tune-up before the temperature outside dramatically drops or around the fall season. It is expected that your heating system will be working overtime come the winter months, and you wouldn’t want it to fail on you when you need it the most.
Below are some of the heating systems we maintain:
7 Important Steps of a Furnace Tune-Up
Maintaining your heating system takes more examination than you know. It goes far beyond cleaning your system. You must also inspect it carefully for potential damages, remove rust from the burners, thoroughly sanitize the orifice, and more. Certain procedures must be performed during each furnace system tune-up to ensure optimal performance. Let’s take a look at seven important steps of a heating system tune-up.
- Inspect the Condensate Lines
To remove debris from your condensate lines, remove or blow out the P-trap and pressure tubes. Condensate lines are one of the most common issues of furnace malfunctions. If condensate lines operate for a long period of time, this can cause the pressure switch to the lockout, which can be frustrating for homeowners.
- Investigate the Temperature in the Supply & Return Plenums
Take a look at the temperature in the supply and return plenums. The supply air plenum temperature should be 60F hotter than the return air temperature for induced-draft furnaces. If you have a natural-draft furnace, this temperature should be 75F.
Regarding the flue temperature, this should be 170F hotter in comparison to the supply air plenum temperature. On a 90% condensing furnace, however, it should be greater or equal to the supply air plenum temperature.
- Check the Flame Sensor
Secure your multimeter in a series with the flame sensor and the sensor wire. Then turn the furnace on to ignite the heating cycle. Take a look at the sensor; this should read 1.5 to 4 uA. Check your system’s manual, however.
Some manufacturer’s control systems only require a 0.5uA. If your sensor test reads less than 1 uA, or 0.5 uA depending on the system, you’ll start to notice minor problems with your system until it eventually fails. We offer dependable flame sensor inspection and furnace tune-up services to households in areas such as New York and New Jersey.
- Clean the Gas Burners
Misaligned or contaminated burners are one of the top failures that occur with furnace systems. To avoid this, make sure your burners are clear of debris. Debris can hinder your gas flow and will cause your system to overwork itself.
- Analyze the System Static Pressure
To begin this process, you must first detect if you’re working on a variable speed motor or a non-variable speed motor.
If you have a non-variable speed motor, your system will have a maximum design total external static pressure (ESP) of 0.50-in wc. On the other hand, a variable-speed motor will have a maximum design ESP of 0.80-in wc.
If you have an 80% induced-draft furnace, you want 130 cfm of supply air per 10,000 Btu. On the other hand, for a 90% furnace, you need 150 cfm of supply air per 10,000 Btu. To set the appropriate cfm, please refer to a fan chart. This helps you better-set gas pressure and heat exchanger temperatures.
- Inspect the Gas Pressure
To effectively measure the gas pressure, clock the meter to ensure that the orifice is the appropriate size. From there, you can set the correct gas pressure.
Furnace manufacturers commonly provide an installation manual for natural gas. This usually ranges anywhere from 3.2 to 3.8-in. Of course, to properly ensure your gas pressure is inspected to the best degree, we recommend contacting an HVAC professional.
- Perform an Audit of the Heat Exchanger
When it comes to a furnace tune-up, a visual inspection should always be done. This, however, requires a significant amount of patience and training. That’s why you’ll need a professional HVAC technician to carefully inspect your system.
With the proper tools including a dye penetration system and inspection cameras, a professional technician will evaluate the metal fluke for holes or rust, and overall, make sure each system component is properly supported.
Types of Furnaces
There are different types of furnaces to choose from: a single-stage, dual-stage, and variable-speed furnace. Let’s take a look at the different furnace types, and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Single-Stage Furnaces
Beginning with the single-stage furnace. The single-stage furnace has two settings: on and offers. This means that your furnace either runs at full capacity or not at all. Because of this, single-stage furnaces are not as energy-efficient, but in turn, will cost significantly less upfront.
As far as your monthly energy bill, it will either remain a consistent cost or continue to climb higher due to its low efficiency. In addition, these furnaces are not very eco-friendly and will most likely create cold and hot spots throughout your home. It can also be a quite noisy system.
- Dual-Stage Furnaces
With a dual-stage furnace system, you typically have an “on” switch, followed by a low and high setting. This means that you’re able to operate your system on a low setting, and can move it to a higher setting as the weather becomes colder.
In contrast to the single-stage, a dual-stage furnace will bring more heating consistency to your home and adapts better to the changing of the weather. We offer dual-stage furnace and heating system tune-up services to homes in areas such as Middletown, Trenton, Haverford, Newark, and Upper Darby. We will help you choose a dual-stage furnace that is designed to help you save money on your energy bills.
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As the highest-efficiency system out of the three, a variable speed furnace does not have to run at full capacity to get to your desired temperature. In addition, these type furnaces are also significantly quieter than the dual-stage and single-stage systems. Although the upfront cost for this system is higher, the energy bill is more consistent.
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And we really like this new footbridge design by architect Michael Jantzen, who's known for his eccentric designs (see this Transformer house for proof). This pedestrian bridge is particularly cool because it looks like it's made out of LEGOs. Seen from the roadway, that is, in elevation, the structure appears to be a large mass of the plastic bricks, with a stepped outline that could have been lifted from an 8-bit video game. According to Jantzen, the bridge, which is just a concept for now, can be made out of any material, though he's thinking pre-cast concrete would be best.
Jantzen says the design reimagines what a footbridge can be. His version comprises three parallel rows; the outer two are undulating paths that sandwich a smooth, rolling ramp. "Those who want to exercise more vigorously while crossing the bridge, might want to take the stairs. Those on a bike, skateboard, or wheelchair, might choose to use the ramp," he says. |
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Rush Limbaughs recent comments are examined on late night.
With the conclusion of Christopher Nolan's Batman Trilogy The Dark Knight Rises being released on Friday, the late-night hosts could not help themselves from poking fun at the Bain vs. Bane debate that Rush Limbaugh started.
Also, Ron Paul and Rick Perry said Romeny should release his tax returns, but Romney had other plans.
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Autumn is a key time in the woodland calendar. It marks the start of tree planting season and visually it makes the biggest impact on our landscapes in the shortest amount of time, as the trees change colour and then lose their leaves.
If you own a woodland it is also the ideal time to get out into the trees and make sure it is in the best health to get through the cold winter months.
It can be hard to know where to start so we've put together our top 5 tips for managing your woodland this Autumn.
1. Check your tree guards.
If you have any tree guards which are no longer needed, or need removing and replacing, now is a good time to do this as the scrub and weed growth will be dying down.
Also consider weed control around young trees if they are becoming overtopped and cut bracken before it folds over onto the trees. Competing vegetation can continue to grow through a mild winter so even if you can see the trees now they might have been swamped by the spring.
You can find guidance on how to reuse and recycle tree guards in our Tree protection: The use of tree shelters and guards publication on GOV.UK.
2. Build protective fencing
The drop in temperature and the increase in rain at this time of year leads to softer ground so if you haven't already done it, now is a good time to put up fencing to keep livestock or deer away from your trees. If you're using machinery be careful that it doesn't cause soil compaction around tree roots.
Of course, this time of year is also generally much cooler so you'll also work up less of a sweat!
3. Prune and thin trees
During late Autumn the sap is sinking in the trees so if you have any pruning, thinning or tree maintenance that needs to be done now is the time to do it. This is especially important for broadleaves as you want to avoid the trees bleeding sap and becoming distressed.
It's also an ideal time to carry out any felling needed as birds have fledged the nest and dormice are not yet hibernating. If you're carrying out hardwood felling then you'll also be ready for the annual winter hardwood auctions.
Don't forget to check if you need a felling licence before carrying out any work. Our Tree Felling: Getting Permission guide tells you what you need to know and how to apply.
4. Choose and order new trees
If you're planning to expand your woodland or replant any felled areas this planting season, then now is a good time to choose and order your trees. Use biosecure trees from nurseries with Plant Healthy certification or similar to help protect against pests and diseases.
When you receive them, handle carefully, store them in a well-ventilated covered area and be mindful that bare root trees have a short 'shelf-life' of about two weeks. Cell grown trees have a longer shelf life and provide a bit more flexibility.
Trees can be planted anytime before very early spring but those planted before the end of the year have a chance to grow new roots sooner and are better able to survive spring droughts.
5. Look out for signs of tree disease
With the leaves off most broadleaf trees and some conifers, such as larch, it can sometimes be more difficult to detect signs of ill health in the trees. Look for those holding on to their dead leaves as this can be a good indicator that they have died. You can also keep a close eye on the bark for lesions and weeping as well as looking to the crown for dying twiggy branches.
As a woodland owner you need to protect your trees from pests and diseases and simple biosecurity measures can stop them being introduced. Ask any visitors to clean their shoes and vehicles before entering your woodland and once they leave. Falling leaves can carry fungal diseases in the leaf litter and this prevents it spreading.
Information on how to identify and report tree pests and diseases can be found on our GOV.UK Tree Pests and Diseases collection page.
Finally take some time for yourself to enjoy the last strains of sunshine filtering through the trees. Getting out into woodlands brings a variety of health benefits both physical and mental and working now to prepare your site for winter will bring a great sense of satisfaction.
For more advice on how to manage your woodland and the financial support available visit https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/how-to-manage-your-woodland or follow @ForestryComm on X (formerly known as Twitter). |
The Dangers of Over-Reliance on High-Performers: How to Create a Sustainable Work Environment
Over-promotion, overburdening, over-reliance, or even over-utilization are all words that describe a significant organizational problem: what happens when an employee’s success in their current role leads to them being given more and more responsibilities without a corresponding increase in resources or support. Essentially, we are talking about an organization rewarding exceptional work from high-performers with more work.
However, what it really means is that an organization begins to expect too much from a high-performing employee, giving them excessive work or responsibilities to the point where it becomes unsustainable for the employee. It is arguably the worst compliment an organization can give its high-performers. It is also highly unethical, considering that such performers rarely get the pay increase to justify the increase in the workload.
Some have suggested that over-reliance is a slippery slope. However, I believe there is no slope. It’s a cliff. Over-reliance often results in numerous negative consequences that ultimately hurt the worker and the organization.
One of the most significant negative consequences of over-reliance is burnout. Burnout is characterized by physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and inefficacy. Burned-out employees may become disengaged, less productive, and more likely to leave the organization. Furthermore, over-reliance can lead to decreased performance, as employees may become overwhelmed and unable to maintain their high output level. Moreover, it can lead to health issues like stress-related illnesses, sleep disorders, and cardiovascular disease.
Another major issue that arises from over-reliance is decreased morale among employees, as they may feel that their contributions are not valued or that their workload is unfair. This can lead to high turnover, as employees may leave the organization searching for a better work-life balance. High turnover can be costly for organizations, as it can lead to the cost of recruiting and training new employees and decreased productivity.
To prevent over-reliance on high-performers, organizations must recognize the limits of their employees and provide them with the support and resources they need to continue to perform at a high level without burning out. Some ways to prevent overworking high-performers include:
- Setting realistic goals and expectations: Clearly communicate expectations and goals to high-performers and make sure that they are realistic and achievable within the resources and support provided.
- Prioritizing and delegating tasks: Prioritize tasks and delegate some responsibilities to other team members to ensure that high-performers are not overwhelmed by their workload.
- Providing resources and support: Provide high-performers with the resources and support they need to meet expectations and goals, such as additional team members, training, or equipment.
- Encouraging work-life balance: Encourage high-performers to maintain a healthy work-life balance and to take time off when needed.
- Regularly reviewing and adjusting workload: Regularly review and adjust the workload of high-performers as necessary to ensure that it remains sustainable.
- Providing fair compensation: Provide high-performers with fair compensation, including benefits and incentives, in recognition of their contributions and to avoid any sense of exploitation.
- Fostering a culture of open communication and feedback: Encourage open communication and actively listen to concerns and feedback from high-performers so that you can address issues before they become a problem.
- Involving high-performers in decision-making and giving them autonomy in their work: Giving high-performers more control over their work can help to keep them engaged and motivated and reduce the risk of over-reliance.
- High-performers should learn to say no and set boundaries: High-performers should be aware of their limits and be able to communicate them; they should also learn to say no in some cases and set boundaries.
The point is that this is a very serious issue. Unfortunately, the issue is getting worse in this stressed and demanding labor market. However, this practice will not end well for the organization. The best case scenario is that the employee attempts to endure the hardship, burns themselves out, and becomes vocal about your organization’s culture. The worst-case scenario is that the high-performer quits, goes to a rival firm, and becomes vocal about your organization’s culture.
That said, it is not all about the organization, though. It’s important for high-performers to take some responsibility and initiative as well. High-performers need to be aware of the red flags that show they are being overworked, such as working longer hours, experiencing pressure to neglect personal responsibilities, and feeling fatigued and burnt out, among others. They must also be aware of their limits, and communicate their concerns, to find a balance between their workload and personal life.
Over-reliance on high-performers is a significant organizational problem that can lead to numerous negative consequences for the worker and the organization. If your organization cannot get a handle on the issue, remember that there are trained professionals willing to help. Leadership development and organizational development can help in preventing over-reliance on high-performers. Leadership development can help managers and supervisors understand the importance of setting realistic goals and expectations, setting boundaries, prioritizing and delegating tasks, and promoting a healthy work-life balance. Moreover, organizational development can help organizations identify the root causes of over-reliance and develop strategies to address them, such as providing additional resources or support.
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My wife and I have found the transition from parenting a child to parenting children to be…oh, how should I put it? Not. Easy.
We had one figured out. I wiped his bottom. She emptied the trash. She read him books. I put him in his PJ’s. We had a routine. We had clearly defined roles. We knew what we were doing.
But then number two arrived and all bets were off.
Now they are both screaming. The trash overflows. He has a fever. The other he has a rash. One of the he’s just took a golf club to our brand new T.V.
Madness. That’s what the transition from one child to two has been for us. A joyful, lovely, infuriating, blessed madness I wouldn’t trade for anything in the world.
That said, like all of life, this transition has required adaption. Roles are redefined. Rules are broken.
Just as they are on Easter.
We don’t expect the resurrection of Jesus. When we bury a body that’s the end of the story. After a funeral we don’t wait around for the dead person to reappear.
I remember my first graveside experience. I was just a boy but as I watched my Poppin’s casket lowered into the ground, I understood he wasn’t coming back. Spring follows winter, but there is no spring for the body after the winter of death.
When a person dies we say good-bye. We pray. We pay our respects and then we leave. We may have a stiff drink. Then, when we’re ready (which is never ) we do our best to carry on with life. You don’t ever “get over” a loved one’s death. Grief is a lifelong process. Does the pain lessen? Yes.
Does it ever go away?
Not in my experience.
On Easter morning Mary does not expect the resurrection. She is simply wrestling with her pain, doing exactly what we do when a loved one dies. She has gone to the grave, not because she expects Jesus to reappear, but because she want to mourn and pay her respects.
So she goes, while it is still dark, alone. But something is wrong. The tomb is rolled away. This can only mean one thing. Someone has stolen his body. Her emotions immediately shift from grief to fear. How do I know that? She runs away. She goes and gets two friends and, together, they return and discover what she suspects is true. The body is gone.
Faced with the depressing reality that Jesus has not only been crucified but his body has probably been tossed in a trash heap outside the city wall, the two disciples leave.
Mary, however, stays. She was devoted to Jesus in life and she is devoted to him in death.
John doesn’t tell us what she does or thinks. We don’t need to know. What we need to know is that she doesn’t leave. She enters the tomb.
In the place of Jesus’ body are two angels. They ask, “Why are you weeping?”
“They’ve taken my Lord. And I don’t know where.”
She turns to leave and sees another man she thinks is the gardener. “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away.”
“Mary,” the Risen Lord says.
Click. The first person to know of the Resurrection.
“Rabbouni!” She says. “Teacher.”
With this realization the world is flipped upside down. No longer does death have the final say. A person, buried and gone, has been raised to life.
If there is a better definition of a new day I’ve not found it.
Recently, I’ve begun doing something with my youngest son to celebrate the dawning of day and the hope of resurrection. Early in the morning, usually when he’s woken up far too early and my wife is deep in the throes of making breakfasts and lunches and dealing with the demands of a cranky four year old, I take our little one to the window that looks out onto our front yard. Which a whisper I ask him to behold all of the life being reborn right before us. We point at the trees and grass and the birds who shoot unexpectedly out of the trees and off into the sky.
His eyes, sleepy, become filled with wonder and together we experience the miracle of Easter as its replayed in the tiny details of a world bathed in God. That’s when the truth of Easter stirs a warm, hope inside me.
No matter what happened the day before. No matter how long and scary the night. No matter how exhausted or frustrated we are with work. I can go to this window with my child, and if we are willing to wait, as Mary did at the tomb, we’ll witness the miracle of God once again resurrecting the world for a new day. A day where anything is possible. A day where we should expect the unexpected.
The hope of Easter now turns from a warm hope to an electric jolt of energy within me. Renewed, I turn away from the window and carry my son back into a chaotic kitchen ready to face the day with the Divine knowledge that life always always always follows death.
The night is over. Today is morning. And ever shall be.
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B.C. solicitor general wants regional growth from cannabis edibles market
October 19, 2019 By The Canadian Press
VANCOUVER – British Columbia’s solicitor general says the province wants to see as much small-scale production as possible for marijuana edibles to allow for regional economic development.
“I don’t want it to be dominated by one or two large-scale variety of producers,” Mike Farnworth said Oct. 18. “I think there’s room in this market for a considerable variety or product and a considerable variety of producers.”
He said that while provinces are responsible for retail operations and enforcement, licensed production of cannabis, including edibles, is decided by the federal government and any changes to regulations will become apparent if a new government takes power after the federal election on Oct. 21.
“What we want to do is work with the federal government,” he told a news conference. “We’ll be watching very closely after Monday to see whether in fact the landscape as it relates to cannabis is going to change.”
Given the size of B.C.’s longtime marijuana industry in many small communities, particularly in the Kootenay area of the Interior, Farnworth said he’d like to see regional issues considered when it comes to licensing of producers.
He said edible products will not be sold in liquor stores, but the province is interested in considering farm-to-gate sales, particularly involving small-scale producers.
While edibles, oils, topicals, hash and other cannabis goods became legal on Oct. 17, Farnworth said they would not be available in retail outlets until January.
The delay is based on 60 days’ notice that producers must provide to Health Canada of their intention to sell the products.
At least 36 marijuana stores have been closed in the province for illegally selling their products since the legalization marijuana a year ago, Farnworth said.
He said a 44-member community safety team based in various parts of the province, including Prince George, Surrey and Kelowna, have been cracking down on retailers.
“We were very clear right from the beginning that as more and more legal stores are open, enforcement by the community safety team will clearly be ramping up,” he said. “After all, it’s only fair that those stores that are abiding by the rules, that are paying their fair share of taxes, don’t have their competitive advantage undermined by stores that are operating illegally.”
He said the government has been working hard to transition away from the province’s “well-entrenched” illegal marijuana industry.
One year after legalization, Farnworth said 144 private cannabis retail store licences have been issued and 33 are approved in principle, while 10 government-owned stores will be operating by the end of the year.
He said officers in the Community Safety Unit have helped reduce the availability of illegal marijuana by following up with unlicensed retailers to raise awareness about the regulations, penalties and consequences of breaking the law.
Chantal Vallerand, executive director of Drug Free Kids Canada, said it’s important for youth to know there’s a danger in overconsuming marijuana cookies or brownies because of the delay in feeling the buzz of the drug with edibles versus the immediate effect of smoking pot.
“A kid who may be eating a cookie may not start feeling the effects for two hours and the peak may not happen until four hours later,” she said.
Vallerand suggested parents approach conversations about edibles out of a sense of curiosity instead of judgment and have ongoing discussions while considering potential scenarios where baked goods may be available, including at parties, where alcohol may also be consumed.
“It’s always been available for people to bake with,” she noted of marijuana. “Now (goods) are going to be readily packaged,” she said, adding it’s a good idea to educate children to look for the number of milligrams of THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, on the labels of products that will soon be available in stores.
Health Canada has set a 10-milligram limit of THC per package in edibles, including food and beverages.
Marijuana extracts are limited to 1,000 milligrams of THC per container. A bottle could contain 100 THC capsules of an extract that each has 10 milligrams of the psychoactive ingredient of cannabis, for example.
Topicals such as lotions must have no more than 1,000 milligrams of THC in a container.
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In 1963, three-wheel Harley Davidson golf carts were introduced, with a four wheeled version following shortly there-after. These carts could be seen all over golf courses throughout the 1960’s and 1970’s.
In 1969, American Machinery and Foundery (AMF) bought the company and continued production of the golf carts until 1982 when they sold their cart division to Columbia ParCar, who is one of the major manufacturers of gasoline and electric golf carts.
Harley-Davidson golf carts are now considered classic and many enthusiasts take pride in restoring them to their original condition. Although restoring these vintage golf carts is not an easy task. Many Harley Davidson golf cart parts are rare and hard to find; so there is a large measure of legwork needed in order to bring the carts up to their classic condition.
Why Did Harley Davidson Even Make Golf Carts?
While Harley-Davidson has etched its mark in history primarily due to its iconic motorcycles, there’s a lesser-known chapter where the brand intersected with the world of golf. In the early 1960s, the golf industry was blossoming, with golf courses proliferating and the demand for personal golf carts skyrocketing. Sensing an opportunity in a rapidly growing market, Harley-Davidson decided to diversify from its mainstream motorcycle production.
The move into the golf cart business was both strategic and opportunistic. Harley-Davidson believed they could bring their renowned engineering and design capabilities to the golf cart sector, offering something distinctive from other brands. Besides, the golf cart industry presented a potential for steady revenues, especially with the rising popularity of golf in the United States. Thus, their foray into the golf cart market was a combination of meeting market demand and a diversification strategy to expand their product portfolio.
Harley Davidson Golf Cart Tech Specs
To appreciate the intricacies of the Harley-Davidson golf carts, let’s delve into their technical specifics:
- Engine capacity: Most of the Harley Davidson golf carts, especially the earlier versions, operated on a 245cc two-stroke engine. The compact engine was efficient and perfectly suited the leisurely pace of golf courses.
- Average speed: The carts were not designed for speed, consistent with the laid-back nature of golf. A typical Harley-Davidson golf cart cruised at around 10 to 15 mph, making it ideal for a quick transition between holes but not too fast to disrupt the serenity of the game.
- Types of fuel they used: Harley-Davidson golf carts were available in both gasoline and electric models. The gas models ran on regular unleaded gasoline, similar to what you’d fill up in your car, while the electric models used rechargeable batteries.
- Common problems or issues with the carts: Like all vintage machines, Harley-Davidson golf carts had their quirks. Some common issues that owners faced were related to the starter generator, wear and tear of the clutch, and the typical challenges associated with maintaining a two-stroke engine. On the electric side, as the carts aged, battery replacement and electrical wiring issues were commonplace.
- Features that made them unique in the market: Harley-Davidson’s brand reputation played a significant role. Their carts were easily recognizable with their signature logo, unique design aesthetic, and the unmistakable sound of their gas models. The quality of craftsmanship that went into each cart was evident, making them both reliable and a status symbol on the greens.
These golf carts weren’t just machines; they were an extension of Harley-Davidson’s commitment to quality and design. And though they’re no longer in production, their legacy continues as vintage treasures restored by enthusiasts around the globe.
Embarking on the restoration of a Harley-Davidson golf cart is both a challenge and a delight. The process, while intricate, gives life back to these classic gems.
Don’t Rush The Process
One of the most crucial aspects of this journey is patience. Rushing the process can result in overlooked details or mistakes. Every model of the Harley-Davidson golf cart is unique, so skipping the research phase can be detrimental. Being thorough in understanding the specificities of your cart’s model year and design will pay off in the later stages.
Moreover, it’s tempting to replace worn-out parts as quickly as possible, but using incompatible parts can lead to further complications down the road. Especially for those restoring electric models, one shouldn’t overlook the electrical system. Aging wires can deteriorate, becoming potential safety hazards, so an entire system check is often necessary.
Find Authentic Parts
Finding authentic parts for these vintage carts can be a bit of an adventure. Dedicated forums and online communities often house invaluable information and resources. Harley-Davidson aficionados frequently share their own findings and advice, making these forums a treasure trove for restorers. Vintage cart dealers, though not as common, sometimes have a stash of old parts or can at least direct you to a trusted supplier.
On the off chance, estate sales or auctions can surprise you with authentic parts or even entire carts up for grabs. Lastly, never underestimate the knowledge within Harley-Davidson clubs. These local or national groups can be essential networks for sourcing those elusive components.
As for the restoration process itself, it’s methodical. Start with a thorough assessment of your cart’s current state, noting every detail that requires attention. With your list in hand, research the specifics for each part, ensuring you have the right components for your cart’s model and year. Once you’re armed with knowledge, disassemble the cart. This step can be daunting, so taking photographs for reference can be invaluable. With the cart in pieces, it’s easier to clean and inspect each part, helping to identify any that may be beyond repair. The hunt for parts comes next.
Sourcing might be time-consuming, but it’s worth the effort. Once you have everything, the actual restoration can begin. Address any structural issues with the frame first, then move on to the mechanical or electrical components. With everything in working order, the final touches, like paint and upholstery, will bring the cart back to its original glory. However, the work doesn’t end there. Regular maintenance ensures your cart remains in pristine condition, ready to show off on the greens or in a parade of vintage vehicles.
Harley-Davidson Golf Manuals
If you are planning on restoring your Harley Davidson by yourself, then you should definitely consider getting a golf cart manual specific to your HD golf cart. A lot of online vendors carry these manuals, or you can check out online auctions where previous owners may be chucking their old manuals.
Harley Davidson Serial Numbers
1963 – 1982: To find Harley Davidson golf cart serial numbers, check the rear tire on the driver’s side, a metal plate with the serial number should be located on the rear frame cross brace. If you have an electric model, then it might be located on a metal plate behind the batteries.
Harley Davidson Golf Cart Prices
Valuing these golf carts is difficult because most will be in various states of repair or disrepair. A lot that are selling online, on Craigslist, at auctions, and most other dealers are selling for anywhere from $500 to $5,000. While this seems like a good deal, most of these carts don’t even run and require a great deal of restoration to return to working order. Be sure to consider how much time and money it will take to get the cart running again. A good deal can quickly turn into a bad deal when replacement parts are scarce and expensive.
If you’d still like to find and restore an old Harley Davidson golf cart you might get lucky and find one at your local salvage yard. But if you’re in any sort of hurry then you’d have an easier time finding a seller else-where.
How Much Should You Sell Your Cart For?
If you are looking to find out how much to price a Harley Davidson golf cart to sell, you can try jumping onto golf cart forums and asking around — golf cart enthusiasts will be more than happy to help you figure out a price, and you might even find a buyer!
Or you can lurk around online auctions for similar models and watch the auctions to see how much the carts are being sold for. Keep in mind that location may be an issue for buyers. Local buyers probably won’t have a problem, but shipping and freight costs may cause you to consider a lower price if there are no buyers in your local area.
If you are using Craiglist to advertise your cart, consider posting your advertisement in larger cities nearby. Harley Davidson golf cart enthusiasts may be willing to travel a greater distance for another vintage HD golf cart to add to their collection.
Events and Gatherings
Harley-Davidson is not just a brand; it’s a lifestyle, a culture. While most associate the name with roaring motorcycles and leather jackets, there’s a niche group of enthusiasts who have a deep appreciation for the Harley-Davidson golf carts. Their passion for restoring and showcasing these vintage machines has led to the formation of several clubs, organizations, and events.
Clubs and Organizations
- Harley Davidson Golf Cart Enthusiast Clubs: There are numerous local clubs across the country dedicated to these unique carts. These clubs often organize monthly meetings, drives, and workshops where members can share their knowledge, parts resources, and restoration tips.
- National Vintage Golf Cart Associations: Larger than the local clubs, these associations often have members who own various vintage golf cart brands, including Harley-Davidson. They provide a platform for networking, sharing restoration stories, and trading parts on a national scale.
- Annual Harley-Davidson Golf Cart Rallies: These events are a treat for any enthusiast. Owners from all over gather to showcase their meticulously restored carts, participate in drives, and compete for titles like “Best Restored Cart” or “Most Unique Design.”
- Swap Meets: Often organized alongside rallies, these events are goldmines for those looking for specific parts, manuals, or even entire carts in need of restoration. They’re also excellent venues for beginners seeking advice on starting their restoration journey.
- Golf Cart Parades: Especially in towns with a rich golfing history or a significant Harley-Davidson presence, annual parades featuring vintage golf carts have become a local attraction. These events are not just about showcasing the carts but celebrating the culture and history of the brand and the sport.
- Workshops and Restoration Camps: Aimed at both beginners and seasoned restorers, these events offer hands-on training sessions, demonstrations, and Q&A sessions with expert restorers. They’re invaluable for anyone looking to improve their restoration skills or troubleshoot specific problems.
In today’s digital age, physical distance is no longer a barrier. There are several online forums, social media groups, and websites dedicated to Harley-Davidson golf cart enthusiasts. Sites like the Harley Davidson Golf Cart Forum offer a virtual platform for members to share experiences, post before-and-after photos, seek advice, and even organize virtual meet-ups or webinars.
In conclusion, the world of Harley-Davidson golf carts is rich and vibrant. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or someone who’s just discovered the allure of these vintage machines, there’s a community out there waiting to welcome you, share stories, and fuel your passion. |
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According to NASA, “Scientists have high confidence that global temperatures will continue to rise for decades to come, largely due to greenhouse gases produced by human activities…The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), forecasts a temperature rise of 2.5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit over the next century.” In the next ten years, it is expected that Earth will reach an irreparable state of damage that we won’t be able to fix. Consequently, it is our duty to try to repair the damage now.
Where does green building come into play?
Green building is a process that utilizes the best strategies to reduce building effects on the environment. Utilizing local materials and placing solar panels above buildings, for example, would resourcefully lower electrical lighting usage.
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Earth Science Communications Team, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. “How climate is changing.” https://climate.nasa.gov/effects/. Accessed 19 October 2018.
Fehrenbacher, Jill. “How Building Information Modeling (BIM) Helps Buildings Go Green.” https://inhabitat.com/building-information-modeling/. Accessed 19 October 2018. |
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Breanne shared more pictures from her recent wedding with me!
Breanne was great to work with and just a few weeks before the wedding, she decided to add the mason jar arrangements on shepherds hooks to line the aisle. I made her burlap bouquets to slip in her jars and I love how they turned out for her. Her family made the pergola that they are sitting under and she hung the burlap flower balls from it.
Breanne carried a bridal bouquet with Bahama turquoise burlap roses, while the bridesmaids had medium size bouquets in tan, brown and white.
Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your beautiful wedding and sharing pictures with me! I send my best wishes for you and your husband! |
Engie (French multinational electric utility company) and Equinor (a Norwegian state-owned multinational energy company ) agreed to join forces for exploring a potential site for blue hydrogen plant. Both partners signed an agreement to study producing hydrogen from natural gas in Belgium, the Netherlands and France.
To understand the potential scope for such a project, both companies will start discussions with potential customers and all the key stakeholders, including relevant authorities.
“Equinor and ENGIE are looking to identify opportunities and explore joint collaboration on the technical and commercial development of clean hydrogen projects in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. This includes initiatives within both green and blue hydrogen, potentially also initiatives across the technologies,” Equinor spokesman told H2 Bulletin
“As the project is in a very early stage, no CO2 storage site is decided yet. Our focus at this stage is on permanent offshore storage in the North Sea. It is too early to say anything specific about capacities, costs and markets. This is part of what we are now going to look into together,” he further told H2 Bulletin.
Both partners shared the views that there have to be large scale blue and green hydrogen capacities to reduce CO2 emission by 2030 significantly. Last month, Engie and Total agreed to build the France largest green hydrogen production plant.
Edouard Neviaski, CEO of Engie Global Energy Management business unit, said that both companies are partnered for over 40 years. The company believes that hydrogen will play a key role in energy conversion, and both renewable hydrogen and low-carbon hydrogen technologies will be needed for a carbon-neutral economy.
Grete Tveit, Equinor’s director of Low Carbon Solutions, said that Equinor aims to be a leading company in the energy transition. The company believes that hydrogen and CCS will be crucial if we are to succeed in the transition. |
“Dogs may break your shoes, but will never break your heart intentionally”
That one video of the Huskey crying after the owner died tore me up inside. Dogs will never leave even in death.
Isn’t this universal, like every dad hates the idea of having pets & then when you get them one, they can’t imagine going back without it.
wasn’t a drama btw. It was a legit emotion of that dog whose owner passed away |
I cannot even begin to express how excited I am to finally have First Nation representation in this sign series!
Please know that I’m happy and very willing to make signs in every language that is submitted to me – so please submit! And yes, I know that there are hundreds of Native languages in the Americas: I want to represent every. single. one.
A HUGE thank you to both daniellefraggle and Roz Johnson for making sure I have this beautiful Navajo version correct! |
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Manic Panic Tester Dyes are a new product on Beeunique. We added these last week and they have already sold out – more will be added very soon. These are briliant for testing out a new brand or colour without buying the larger 118ml pots. Manic Panic sell these as Mini hair dyes.
Testers are something we are always asked about but have been unable to sell. We are so pleased Manic Panic have brought these out so people can dye small hair sections or try a new colour.
Manic Panic Mini Dyes are only 25ml so great for rainbows or hair streaks. You can also mix these dyes together to create new shades or lighten with a little conditioner or toner to pastelise and lighten the colour.
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The early theatrics of a Mike Trout two-run home run were not enough as the Angels let the Mariners chip away at their lead on the way to losing a long, dull game. The floodgates opened late, with Kevin Jepsen making a 4-1 ballgame a million to three,a ll with tow outs, perhaps saving the club only the embarrassment of a Fernando Rodney save.
- Mike Trout's first inning home run was the kind of theatrics that make people come back to baseball games for a generation.
- The third run was courtesy of the Mariners defense - a bobble of an Aybar grounder at 3B and Dustin Ackley misplaying a long flyball by Albert Pujols that became a double - most major league left fielders would gave had that ball.
- Pitch Economy: Weaver had fewer than 60 pitches going into the fifth, something that never seems to happen enough with this team.
- The Calhoun to Howie to Ianetta relay throw to record the final out of the fifth inning was as good as it gets. Even Mark Gubicza sounded great describing in detail how the one-bounce throw to the catcher was the smart way of getting the job done instead of trying to muscle a cannonball home.
- Walk - Walk - Double by Weaver to finish the sixth inning and he comes out for the seventh. Yeah. No. NO!
- Hamilton cost the team a run by not being a great fielder, chasing a flyball in the seventh inning. Bourjos in CF / Trout in LF woulda had it.
- Fernando Salas enters the game with a man on 3B and promptly allows the inherited runner to score. I have a "rinse and repeat" nightmare about this one.
- Kevin Jepsen shouldn't pitch against Lefthanded batters. Five runs in 2/3 of an inning folks - thanks of course to inherited runners scoring off of Nick Maronde...
- Victor Rojas sang a familiar song: "two-out hits, two-out runs" kinda like listening to Hey Jude for three days nontstop. Sickening. Maddening. Pick one.
- Leaving Weaver in, leaving Jepsen in, Scioscia's bad habit of macho-love to the vet arms.
So Texas has a better run differential than us. Boo Hoo. |
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Harborough Town aiming to keep their noses in front in title race
Mitch Austin's men ensured they finished 2023 on top of the tree as they were comprehesnive 4-0 winners at rock-bottom AFC Rushden & Diamonds on Boxing Day.
That result sees them stay a point clear of second-placed Spalding United, with third-placed Anstey Nomads a further point behind, with the latter also having a game in hand.
Fourth-placed Loughborough Dynamo are also very much still in the picture, as although they are seven points behind the Bees, they have two matches in hand.
The Boxing Day win at Hayden Road saw Harborough bounce back from a disappointing 2-1 home defeat against a strong Nomads on the Saturday before Christmas.
The reaction against Diamonds will have delighted Austin, with new-signing Tendai Daire immediately proving his worth following his move from Hinckley LRFC with a hat-trick.
Daire got the ball rolling after 12 minutes, before Joel Carta netted to make it 2-0 at the break.
Diamonds battled hard and kept plugging away, but the Bees always had the edge and Daire made it 3-0 seven minutes from time before completing his hat-trick with a last-minute penalty.
Daire now has an impressive 24 goals in 22 appearances for Harborough and previous club Hinckley this season.
New Year's Day opponents Rugby are sitting third from bottom in the Midlands table, but will be on a high after climbing out of the bottom two with a 2-0 win against fellow strugglers Gresley Rovers on Boxing Day.
Elsewhere on Monday, Borough's title rivals Spalding host Cambridge City, Anstey Nomads go to Gresley and Loughborough host Shepshed Dynamo. |
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Did you know you can’t just throw up a profile on any old social media platform? And, choosing the right social media platform saves you valuable time and money over the wrong or too many social platforms
Did you know you can’t just post the same messages on every social media platform? Instead, you must modify content to match the requirements and best practices for each individual platform.
So, how do you choose the RIGHT social media platform for your brand? And, how do you modify your posts to optimize effectiveness on EACH social media platform? Well, read on and we’ll share insights on choosing the right social media platform from the experts.
How to choose the RIGHT social media platform?
Check out the infographic at the bottom of this post. It contains valuable information not only on making the choice of the right social media platform for your business, your target market, and your bandwidth but also on how to be effective on your chosen platforms.
In the next sections, we’ll go through much of this infographic to offer suggestions to improve your social media marketing strategy. [tip: use the table of contents to skip to the section you need]
I once heard a talk by @SimaSays who described the different social media platforms this way (sorry, Sima, I’m paraphrasing):
- LinkedIn is like the boardroom
- Facebook is like a backyard bar-b-que
- Twitter is like a cocktail party — the heels are higher and shorter skirts
To extend her analogy,
- TikTok is like your old home movies
- Pinterest is like the bulletin board in your dorm
Now, I’m not sure these analogies are totally accurate, but they’re interesting. In fact, I have more success on Twitter (the cocktail party) than on Facebook. But, LinkedIn is my best social network. So, take these characterizations with a grain of salt.
The point of making these analogies is that different platforms favor different approaches, different voices, and different approaches to creating posts, ie. some are very visual, like Instagram, while others are more text-based, such as Twitter. You’ll find more success by crafting posts that “fit” the expectations of users of that platform.
Where’s my target market?
Well, the question you must ask yourself in determining the right social media platforms for your business is whether your target audience is on a specific social platform. I mean, it’s great that Facebook has nearly 3 billion active users, but that doesn’t help if your target market isn’t there. For instance, as Facebook attracted more older users, younger users, especially Gen Z users, either never joined the platform or abandoned the platform for others that better matched their needs.
For instance, Gen Z users (those between 8 and 23) never joined Facebook, and their slightly older millennial friends and family aren’t on Facebook much anymore. They’re hangin’ on Snapchat. Or Instagram. And, while baby boomers are finding Facebook (maybe that’s why teens are leaving), they’re not on Twitter, yet.
Here are some stats on platforms by generation from Marketing Charts:
The research found that nearly three-quarters (73%) of Gen Z adults (ages 18-23 years old) actively use Instagram, followed by Snapchat (63%) and YouTube (62%). Facebook does, however, remain the most used platform for Millennials (74%), Gen X (68%) and Boomers (61%).
Younger Gen Z users in the 8-18 range use YouTube more than either cable or broadcast TV, which has huge implications for traditional advertising as well as your choice of a social platform. These young Gen Z users have significant influence, which will only increase over time.
Plus, as you can see from the graphic below, each generation uses social media platforms for different reasons. Gen Zs tend to use social platforms for interaction and inspiration, with a healthy dose of following and attempting to become influencers, while Boomers share pictures and other passive activities.
If you’re a B2B firm, LinkedIn is still your best bet, closely followed by YouTube, especially for explainer videos.
YouTube is great if you can provide entertainment or instruction. But, creating high-quality videos is time-consuming and may be expensive. That’s where TikTok comes in, although most brands haven’t figured out this platform yet.
Differences in gender, education levels, and other factors also vary across different social media platforms — see the infographic from specifics. For instance, Pinterest skews female. Education is high on LinkedIn, as you might expect given the platform is dedicated to business connections. And sites such as QQ, WeChat, and Baidu are popular outside the US, as you can see in the infographic below.
Hence, while Facebook boasts the highest number of engaged users, it might not be the right social media platform for your brand.
What are the benefits of different social platforms?
Next, figure out which social platforms help reach your marketing goals.
Social media platforms differ in their ability to help you reach your goals. For instance, if you want to drive traffic to your website, Facebook, Twitter, and social bookmarking sites, like StumbleUpon and Reddit, work best (personally, I find Reddit particularly valuable at sending traffic to my website — but, be careful. Don’t send every post to Reddit or you’ll actually lose traction).
If your goal is to create engagement, Reddit and StumbleUpon are pretty weak. Instead, use SlideShare, Facebook, and Instagram. If your goal is to improve SEO, then YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook rank on top.
Let your social media goals guide your choice. Of course, you can join multiple different social media platforms to support multiple goals. Just be sure you can commit to publishing consistently on these platforms you choose, see the graphic below for guidance on how frequently you should publish on each platform.
Remember, your blog is your primary focus for your content marketing strategy, so don’t choose so many social platforms you skimp on creating content for your blog. Maybe you should start with one social platform, work toward understanding that platform well and ensure you have the bandwidth to handle it before moving on to additional social platforms.
What type of content to share on different social networks?
Of course, you shouldn’t share the same content in the same format across different social networks. One reason is that you likely have folks following across different platforms and you want them to see something a little different. Another reason is that different types of content perform better on different platforms.
Pinterest content is highly visual. So using big, engaging graphics is important. You only have a few words to supplement the image.
Instagram doesn’t allow links in your images so a sound strategy involves changing your profile link frequently to match the images you share. Hashtags are critical for a successful Instagram strategy and should contain a mixture of heavily used hashtags and branded hashtags unique to you. Using multiple hashtags is the best strategy for Instagram, 11 hashtags are the sweet spot and you shouldn’t use more than 30.
LinkedIn does better with an article link and text because folks use LinkedIn to stay on top of changes in their industry. Focus on creating valuable content to share on LinkedIn or actually creating long-form content on the platform. Provide depth to get engagement and visits from LinkedIn.
Facebook does well with a wide range of different content types, but still, performs better when there’s a large image with some pithy text to drive interest to read the article on your website. Memes also do very well on Facebook. Holiday posts do well on Facebook when compared to other platforms. Facebook performs better if you focus on building a community by sharing valuable content and using storytelling to drive engagement.
Do you have the right skills?
As I discussed in my post yesterday, there’s a huge skill gap in social media marketing right now. So, evaluate whether your firm has the skills necessary to compete effectively on a particular platform. It’s great if you can support a variety of social media platforms effectively, but don’t sacrifice quality by spreading yourself too thin to perform effectively on any platform. As a new firm, you might also consider starting with 1 or 2 social platforms, then building out as you master the first few.
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B.A. in English Language and Literature, Wuhan Teachers College (later renamed as Hubei University), Wuhan, China.
B.A. in Linguistics (Independent major), Bryn Mawr College.
M.A. and Ph.D. in Linguistics, University of Pennsylvania.
I worked at a tea plantation after graduating from high school in China, an experience not too different from that of millions of city youths who were sent down to the countryside to be re-educated by the peasants during the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976). I learned to do everything related to tea making, such as picking tea leaves, cutting and carrying loads of tea branches down the hill to make tea bricks favored by nomadic people, and pressing fresh tea leaves in hot woks to make the fine green tea. The off season for tea making was high season for rice production. So I also worked in rice paddies for planting and harvesting. I even experimented with some enterprising peasants to start an orange orchard although we didn't get very far with that initiative. I went to college when China resumed the national college entrance examination after a ten-year hiatus. My education took me all the way to Bryn Mawr College and then the University of Pennsylvania where I followed my passion in studying linguistic phenomena, particularly the underlying patterns, from a theoretical perspective. In 1989, I came to teach at Haverford College, where I have held the chair of C.V. Starr Professorship in Asian Studies since 2004. Prior to coming to Haverford, I taught for a number of years at Swarthmore College.
Research and Teaching
My research interests center on the syntax/semantics interface and comparative linguistics. Past work concentrated on some of the most fundamental relations in natural language such as quantification, modification, and coordination. I also worked on event semantics. Recent work has taken me further in applying some mathematical logical tools, such as the Skolem function, to provide a unified account of some seemingly unrelated phenomena. In my dissertation, which was later turned into a book, I argued that distributive universal quantification is a double-variable affair, namely the essence of distributive universal quantification is that for every x there is a y, not a single variable affair as represented in the standard predicate logic. Skolemization of universal quantifiers results in making the value of y depend on the value of x. I put this Double-Variable Hypothesis on distributive universal quantification on test through a joint project with two other linguists at the University of Pennsyvania during 2018-2019, where we designed semantic experiments with sentences involving every in what is known as Mad Magazine sentence types (tenseless sentences). It was encouraging that the pilot project yielded results consistent with my hypothesis. I am collaborating with two other linguists at UPenn now to expand the scope of the semantic experiments to test the Double-Variable Hypothesis on a larger scale, hopefully testing both English and Chinese.
My most recent research on the pairings of the sort (a) [mei A *(dou) B] 'every A dou B,' and (b) [lian A *(dou) B] 'even A dou B' in which the adverb dou is essentially required has revealed that the surface structures like (a) and (b) and quite a few others which are too numerous to list here are manifestations of a single mathematical structure called lattice. It certainly suggests itself as a mechanism in the I-language in the Chomskyan framework for Universal Grammar. It begs the following questions: How widespread is this particular mathematical structure in natural language? How does it interface with language specific constructions? How would it help us gain a deeper understanding of the cognitive computational system? These are some of the questions that I will pursue in the next phase of my research.
I share my passion for raising research questions with all students I teach, and I teach with passion in both theoretical linguistic courses such as Structure of Chinese, and Advanced Chinese language courses on multiple topics, including China's WWII, Musical concepts and practices in China, Food and Food Production, and The Cultural Revolution (1966-1976).
I publish under Shi-Zhe Huang, Shizhe Huang, or 黄师哲. |
Red Hill funds included in annual defense bill
by Kim Jarrett, The Center Square, Dec 9, 2022
(The Center Square) - The National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2023 includes $1 billion for cleaning up the site of a fuel leak into Hawaii's water supply.
The U.S. Navy is shuttering the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility after 20,000 gallons of fuel spilled in November 2021. The leaked fuel sickened residents and forced some to move out of their residences.
The Navy has filed a plan with the Hawaii Department of Health that indicates the facility would be defueled by July 2024.
The NDAA also includes $1 billion for the Red Hill Recover Fund, according to U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii.
"As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, my priority in NDAA—first and foremost—has been to safely close Red Hill,' Hirono said in a news release. "I'm proud that I successfully secured $1 billion in this year's NDAA for that purpose."
The NDAA also requires the U.S. Navy to establish a single point of contact and issue quarterly public reports on the closure of the fuel facility. The bill would also require a study to determine a "feasible alternative" use for the fuel storage facility. A water monitoring program is also required under the provisions of the bill.
The Senate is considering the bill that passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 350-80.
The 2021 spill is not the last of Red Hill's problems. A separate spill of Aqueous Film Forming Foam was discovered last month but does not appear to have affected surface water, according to the Hawaii Department of Health, which is still investigating.
Maj. Gen. Richard Heitkamp with the U.S. Army Reserve is overseeing the cleanup of the spill, which involved about 1,100 gallons of the substance, according to a news release from the Joint Task Force overseeing the Red Hill cleanup. The investigation will be completed in 30 days, according to the JTF.
Groundwater samples near the site of the latest spill are monitored weekly, according to the DOH. |
The push for voting reform is intensifying ahead of the 2022 midterms, in which Democrats will fight to maintain their narrow control of the Senate.
Former first lady Michelle Obama said in a letter on Sunday that a coalition of voting rights organizations would register more than a million new voters across the country in the run-up to this year’s midterm elections.
Obama, who founded When We All Vote, a campaign to register and organize voters, also said in the letter that the coalition would organize at least 100,000 Americans to contact their senators, urging them to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Election reform legislation is struggling to pass the Senate, as moderate Democrats are reluctant to change Senate rules and push it through.
Obama’s letter, which ran as an ad in the Sunday New York Times, comes at the start of a week when President Joe Biden will travel to Georgia to speak on what the administration views as Republican efforts to suppress the vote. Biden is expected to talk about his support for a filibuster carveout that would allow voting rights legislation to pass the Senate.
The push for voting reform is intensifying ahead of the 2022 midterms, in which Democrats will fight to maintain their narrow control of the 50-50 Senate as Republican-led state legislatures across the country enact restrictive voting laws.
In the letter, titled “Fight For Our Vote,” Obama referenced the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
“One year ago, we witnessed an unprecedented assault on our Capitol and our democracy,” she wrote. “From Georgia and Florida to Iowa and Texas, states passed laws designed to make it harder for Americans to vote. And in other state legislatures across the nation, lawmakers have attempted to do the same.”
She compared modern voter suppression tactics to “poll taxes, literacy tests, and laws designed to strip away [Americans’] power,” saying that “we must give Congress no choice but to act decisively to protect the right to vote and make the ballot box more accessible for everyone.”
The letter outlined a plan for this year that includes recruiting and training at least 100,000 volunteers through 2022 to register and turn out voters; registering more than a million new voters nationwide; and recruiting thousands of lawyers “to protect voters in the states where the freedom to vote is threatened.”
In addition to Obama, the letter was signed by multiple high-profile groups, including Vote.org, the NAACP and the National Urban League. |
Be ready for hurricane season. Today you can determine your personal hurricane risk, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and review/update insurance policies. You can also make a list of items to replenish hurricane emergency supplies and start thinking about how you will prepare your home for the coming hurricane season. If you live in hurricane-prone areas, you are encouraged to complete these simple preparations before hurricane season begins on June 1. Keep in mind, you may need to adjust any preparedness actions based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.
Find out today what types of wind and water hazards could happen where you live, and then start preparing how to handle them. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Their impacts can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur without it being a major hurricane.
The first thing you need to do is find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone. If you do, now is the time to begin planning where you would go and how you would get there. You do not need to travel hundreds of miles, but have multiple options. Your destination could be a friend or relative who doesn’t live in an evacuation zone. If you live in a well-built home outside the evacuation zone, your safest place may be to remain home. Be sure to account for your pets in your plan. As hurricane season approaches, listen to local officials on questions related to how you may need to adjust any evacuation plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.
You’re going to need supplies not just to get through the storm but for the potentially lengthy and unpleasant aftermath. Have enough non-perishable food, water and medicine to last each person in your family a minimum of three days. Electricity and water could be out for at least that long. You’ll need extra cash, a battery-powered radio and flashlights. You may need a portable crank or solar-powered USB charger for your cell phones.
If you need to go to a public shelter, the CDC recommends bringing items that can help protect you and others from COVID-19, such as hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, bar or liquid soap, disinfectant wipes (if available) and two masks for each person. (Children under two years old and people having trouble breathing should not wear face coverings.)
Call your insurance company or agent and ask for an insurance check-up to make sure you have enough homeowners insurance to repair or even replace your home. Don’t forget coverage for your car or boat. Remember, standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flooding. Whether you’re a homeowner or renter, you’ll need a separate policy for it, and it’s available through your company, agent or the National Flood Insurance Program at floodsmart.gov. Act now as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.
If you plan to ride out the storm in your home, make sure it is in good repair and up to local hurricane building code specifications. Many retrofits are not as costly or time consuming as you may think. Have the proper plywood, steel or aluminum panels to board up the windows and doors. Remember, the garage door is the most vulnerable part of the home, so it must be able to withstand the winds.
Many Americans rely on their neighbors after a disaster, but there are also many ways you can help your neighbors before a hurricane approaches. Learn about all the different actions you and your neighbors can take to prepare and recover from the hazards associated with hurricanes. Start the conversation now with these Neighbor Helping Neighbor strategies but remember you may need to adjust your preparedness plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.
The time to prepare for a hurricane is before the season begins, when you have the time and are not under pressure. If you wait until a hurricane is on your doorstep, the odds are that you will be under duress and will make the wrong decisions. Take the time now to write down your hurricane plan. Know who issues evacuation orders for your area, determine locations on where you will ride out the storm, and start to get your supplies now. Being prepared before a hurricane threatens makes you resilient to the hurricane impacts of wind and water. It will mean the difference between being a hurricane victim or a hurricane survivor. |
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West Essex Graphics (WEG), a full-service design, prepress and flexographic plate-making provider, has hired Ryan Dufour as Senior Account Manager. Mr. Dufour will be responsible for generating sales, managing new accounts and providing technical support to the company and its clients.
Prior to joining WEG, Mr. Dufour spent 17 years as General Manager for 360 Imaging Inc. located in Gardner Ma. In addition to considerable management experience, he has accrued proficiency in a wide range of industry specialties, including prepress, color management, flexo platemaking and seamless sleeves. His experience and knowledge will serve to be a valuable resource for both WEG clients and sales associates.
Founded in 1949, West Essex Graphics offers an extensive array of prepress services, including design concepts, artwork, 3D rendering, color management, Electronic Imaging and Image carriers. With facilities in New Jersey and Indiana, WEG is positioned to support an expanding customer base and growing suite of services. The company has the capability to either serve as a concept-to-completion provider of graphic services, or work collaboratively with customers or third party providers.
Originally from Massachusetts, Mr. Dufour earned a degree in Fine Arts from Mount Wachusett College in 1994.
“Ryan’s successful career and skillset will ensure an outstanding customer experience - we are thrilled to welcome him to our team,” said Don Alldian, Principle of West Essex Graphics. |
When measuring Heart Rate Variability, one of the most frequently asked questions from app users is, “Is this a good score?”
Knowing where you stack up can help you determine your starting point relative to the “norm”. It is important to note that comparing your HRV to others can be tricky. There are many factors such as age, health, gender, and fitness level to account for. HRV is also sensitive to small changes in physical and mental health. Therefore, when seeing where your HRV values stack up, it is best to compare yourself against people within a similar demographic.
This research review covers normative HRV values for RMSSD, SDNN, HF/LF, etc. based on published research. Below you will find the normative values for Elite HRV app users with a primary focus on the Elite HRV score.
Keep in mind, the Elite HRV user base may not directly represent the general population. We have a higher representation of elite and recreational athletes that typically have higher HRV scores. This may slightly skew the sample stats when compared to some medical research studies. That said, we do have a very large population sample (over a million readings) that helps increase the confidence of the data analysis. There is also a significant number of “average” health seekers and a number of people rehabilitating from serious injuries, illnesses, or diseases.
The average HRV score for Elite HRV users is 59.3 (on a 1-100 scale) with 75% of users’ HRV scores falling between 46.3 and 72.0.
More here including lots of nifty charts... |
- Facts to Know
- Questions to Ask
- Key Q&A
- What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
- How is PCOS diagnosed?
- Which health care professional should I see for PCOS?
- Should I try an insulin sensitizer to treat PCOS?
- What can I do if I can't conceive due to PCOS?
- Do I have to take birth control pills if I have PCOS?
- My ovaries have been removed. Can I still have PCOS?
- I've been taking PCOS medication as prescribed for weeks and have seen no improvement. What should I do?
- Do the symptoms of PCOS ever suggest anything more serious?
- Should I be tested for diabetes if I have PCOS?
- Organizations and Support
What Is It?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is generally characterized by the presence of polycystic ovaries, hyperandrogenism (the condition caused by excess male hormones or male-like traits) and irregular ovulation and menstruation.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormone abnormality of reproductive-age women, the most common cause of infertility in women and an important harbinger of metabolic disorders such as diabetes and heart disease. It affects an estimated 5 percent to 10 percent of females and is associated with an increased risk of diabetes and obesity, and possibly an increased risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease. The syndrome is generally characterized by the presence of polycystic ovaries, hyperandrogenism (the condition caused by excess male hormones or male-like traits), and irregular ovulation and menstruation. The symptoms of PCOS can vary.
The syndrome was previously called Stein-Leventhal Syndrome after the physicians who first characterized it in the 1930s. Although its cause remains unknown, it usually presents in young women or adolescents, and the main symptoms are irregular or absent periods and excess unwanted facial and/or body hair growth (hirsutism). As the term "polycystic ovary syndrome" suggests, the disorder is often accompanied by enlarged ovaries containing multiple small painless benign "cysts" or tiny follicles about 1/8 to 1/4 inch in diameter.
During a normal menstrual cycle in which a woman ovulates (called an ovulatory cycle), a small number of follicles begin to grow. One becomes the biggest, or dominant, follicle. This dominant follicle then ruptures and releases the egg.
In women with PCOS, the hypothalamic-pituitary (in the brain) functions abnormally, and high levels of hormones called androgens (commonly known as "male hormones") disturb the ovulatory process, halting the normal development of the sacs, called follicles, that contain each individual egg (or ova). These halted or arrested follicles––whose appearance (via an ultrasound) is sometimes likened to a "string of pearls" on the outside border of the ovary––form the "cysts" observed in PCOS. These cysts are not tumors and do not require removal.
Treatment of PCOS, instead, is through the use of lifestyle modifications and medication to treat symptoms.
Many, but not all, women with PCOS will have the polycystic-looking ovaries (which are often two to five times larger than normal ovaries) for which the syndrome is named, but it is possible to be diagnosed with the syndrome without having this sign. And not all women with polycystic-appearing ovaries will have PCOS.
Many women with PCOS experience excess insulin production from the pancreas, which can result from insulin resistance, meaning that their cells don't respond well to insulin, so the insulin has difficulty working in their bodies. Hence, higher levels of insulin are needed to maintain normal glucose and lipid levels. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, regulates a range of functions, including controlling blood sugar (glucose) and fats (lipids).
Insulin resistance can lead to hyperinsulinism or hyperinsulinemia. It is also a precursor to type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, the high levels of insulin help stimulate the ovaries to overproduce androgens, which may be the cause of PCOS in some women.
In addition to stimulating the ovaries to overproduce androgens, high levels of insulin can cause darkening of the skin around the neck and other crease areas, a condition called acanthosis nigricans, often accompanied by skin tags in these areas.
If the pancreas can't produce enough insulin to compensate for the insulin resistance, glucose builds up in the blood, eventually leading to type 2 diabetes.
Up to 75 percent of women with PCOS have insulin resistance and about 10 percent develop type 2 diabetes by age 40. Insulin resistance and an increased risk of diabetes are major problems for obese women with PCOS, but they also cause problems for normal weight women with PCOS. For obese women with PCOS, treatment plans should incorporate diet and exercise.
Obesity in women with PCOS tends to be centered on the abdomen, a fat distribution pattern linked to increased risk of diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.
Up to 50 percent of women with PCOS also have sleep apnea, a condition that causes brief spells where breathing stops during sleep. Sleep apnea can worsen the degree of insulin resistance.
The most visible symptoms of PCOS stem from excessive levels of androgens, such as testosterone, produced by the ovaries and the adrenal glands. Androgens often are called "male hormones," even though they are found in both men and women. They are usually present at higher concentrations in men and are an important factor in determining male traits and reproductive activity. Androgens, or androgen precursors, include testosterone, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), androstenedione, dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) or DHEA sulfate (DHEA-S).
Excessive levels of these hormones, a condition called hyperandrogenemia, or their exaggerated action, called hyperandrogenism can lead to some of the most common symptoms of PCOS in women, including:
- Excess body or facial hair (hirsutism)
- Oily skin and acne
- Oligo-ovulation (irregular ovulation and menstruation)
- Scalp hair loss and balding (male pattern balding and androgenic alopecia)
But such symptoms alone are not enough to support a diagnosis of PCOS. They may only indicate the presence of hyperandrogenism, which can result from several conditions.
Women with PCOS ovulate irregularly and/or infrequently and often have irregular menstrual periods. Inducing a period is important because the hormone progesterone promotes the normal shedding of the uterine lining (i.e., menstruation), preventing the buildup of the uterine lining, and reducing the risk of endometrial (uterine) cancer. However, progesterone is secreted by the ovaries only after ovulation occurs, so progesterone may need to be administrated to women with PCOS either alone regularly or as part of a combination hormonal contraceptive.
PCOS often is a cause of infertility due to a failure to ovulate.
Women with PCOS are more likely to be overweight or obese, although the exact relationship of PCOS and body weight is unknown. Excess weight worsens PCOS, but researchers do not yet know whether or not having PCOS makes patients more prone to obesity.
It is not surprising that women with PCOS often suffer from poor self image and may experience depression or anxiety.
While the biochemical imbalances that cause symptoms are becoming better understood, the trigger or triggers for PCOS remain unknown. Most believe PCOS results from genetic defects, often in combination with environmental factors. Genetic defects may result in abnormal function of the hormones from the pituitary that regulate ovulation (LH and FSH), in abnormal development of the follicle, in increased production of male hormones (androgens), and in insulin resistance and excessive production of insulin. All these prevent the ovaries from functioning normally.
Because PCOS is mostly a genetic disorder, the risk of PCOS in family members is high. For example, an estimated 30 percent of mothers, and 50 percent of sisters and daughters of people with PCOS can be affected.
To date there is no cure for PCOS. Health care professionals can usually address the most bothersome symptoms. Because of the complexity of the hormonal interactions, you may need to see an endocrinologist. You may also need to visit a reproductive endocrinologist, especially if you are infertile and trying to conceive. Not all physicians have experience treating PCOS, so check with the doctor's office to see if that doctor cares for many people with PCOS.
Diagnosis begins with an inventory of signs and symptoms, the most common of which are:
- Unwanted hair growth or hirsutism (excess body and/or facial hair in a male-like pattern, particularly on the chin, upper lip, breasts, inner thighs and abdomen)
- Irregular or infrequent periods
- Obesity, primarily around the abdomen (although only about 30 percent to 60 percent of patients are obese)
- Acne and/or oily skin (particularly severe acne in teenagers or acne that persists into adulthood)
- Ovarian appearance suggesting polycystic ovaries
- Hair loss or balding
- Acanthosis nigricans (darkening of the skin, usually on the neck; also a sign of insulin problems), often with skin tags (small tags of excess skin), most often seen in the armpit or neck area
Women with PCOS may have varying combinations of these and other signs and symptoms, but three important features of the disorder include the following:
- Hyperandrogenism (signs of male-like traits, such as hirsutism) and/or hyperandrogenemia (excess blood levels of androgens). Androgens are hormones such as testosterone that in excess quantities cause such symptoms as hirsutism and acne. In more severe cases, "virilization"––taking on significant male characteristics, including severe excess facial and body hair, an enlarged clitoris, baldness at the temples, acne, deepening of the voice, increased muscularity and an increased sex drive––may occur. However, virilization is more frequently a sign of an androgen-producing tumor, which should be searched for.
- Lack of ovulation or irregular ovulation often resulting in irregular or absent menstruation. Women with PCOS usually have oligomenorrhea (eight or fewer periods per year) or amenorrhea (absence of periods for extended periods).
- Polycystic ovaries on ultrasound
Expert groups have determined that a woman must exhibit at least two of these three symptoms to be diagnosed with PCOS.
The diagnostic process should include a thorough physical examination and history to check for signs and symptoms of other disorders that can have similar signs and symptoms, such as hypothyroidism, Cushing's syndrome (a hormonal disorder in which the adrenal glands malfunction), adrenal hyperplasia (a genetic condition that results in male hormone excess produced by the adrenal glands), and androgen-secreting tumors (of the ovary, adrenal gland, etc.).
While there is no single test for PCOS, a health care professional may measure blood levels of the following:
- Thyroid hormone (symptoms of low thyroid function, or hypothyroidism, include irregular menstruation, similar to that of PCOS)
- Prolactin (high levels of this hormone, which stimulates milk production, often results in irregular or absent menses similar to that seen in PCOS)
- Level of 17-hydroxyprogesterone, a marker for the most common cause of adrenal hyperplasia (due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency). If the screening level is high, your doctor may choose to perform an adrenal stimulation test.
- Androgen levels, including total and free testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS). Androgen-producing tumors, although they are rare, can result in some of the masculinizing symptoms of PCOS. If your testosterone level is persistently very high, your health care professional may want to investigate further.
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) levels. FSH promotes the development of egg-containing follicles in the ovaries, while LH stimulates ovulation as well as follicle rupture and encourages the empty follicle to convert to progesterone production. A high ratio of LH to FSH (greater than 2:1 or 3:1) may be characteristic of PCOS, although women with PCOS can also have normal FSH and LH levels and a normal ratio, so FSH and LH testing is not always useful in diagnosing PCOS.
- A two-hour glucose tolerance test. This test, where your blood is drawn before you drink a sugary solution and again one and two hours afterward, should be performed in all women diagnosed with PCOS, because diabetes or prediabetes is hard to detect in many women with PCOS without this test.
- Physicians may also order tests to measure blood fat (lipid) and cholesterol levels.
These tests should be interpreted carefully by a specialist. The best time to be tested is in the morning just after your menstrual period begins (you may need medication to induce menstruation). Birth control pills might make the tests difficult to interpret because they change the hormonal balance and may mask any abnormalities that may exist in male hormones.
- Your health care professional may order ultrasound imaging of the ovaries to look for the characteristic picture of multiple cysts. An ultrasound may also be used to look for abnormalities in the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium.
The ultrasound test usually involves insertion of a probe into the vagina, although a transabdominal ultrasound, in which the ultrasound is passed over your abdomen, can be performed, particularly in women who have never been sexually active.
PCOS is also associated with an increased risk of diabetes and obesity, and as a result, an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. If you have PCOS, you should be tested and treated for insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and elevated blood lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides). Women with PCOS who become pregnant should be advised that they are at increased risk of developing gestational diabetes.
Treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) centers on lifestyle modifications and medication. Surgical procedures to destroy or shrink the ovarian cysts are less likely to be performed today given the success of hormonal treatments. However, if you fail to ovulate with conventional treatment (the fertility drug clomiphene citrate (Clomid)) and can't, for whatever reason, proceed to gonadotropin shots or in vitro fertilization (IVF), your doctor may recommend an outpatient surgery called laparoscopic ovarian drilling.
Because the primary cause of PCOS is unknown, treatment is directed at the primary symptoms of the disorder, which include excess hair growth, irregular periods and infertility.
Excess hair growth
For some women, the most bothersome symptom is hirsutism (excess facial and/or body hair, often dark and coarse). This symptom, as well as acne and oily skin, stem from the overproduction of androgens. For women with these symptoms, an anti-androgen medication like spironolactone, finasteride or flutamide may be prescribed.
Spironolactone is a diuretic that works by blocking the action of testosterone at the hair follicle. Side effects are generally mild and may include heartburn and upset stomach, sun sensitivity, increased urination and lower blood pressure causing weakness or faintness. At high doses, it can clear oily skin and make unwanted hair finer.
Finastride, which is used to treat enlarged prostate and baldness in men, may also be useful in women with hyperandrogenism symptoms, including hirsutism. It may also help treat hair loss on the scalp associated with PCOS. Finasteride, however, can cause birth defects in a male fetus (pregnant women should not even handle the drug in crushed tablet form). And many insurance companies won't cover the drug for cosmetic reasons.
Flutamide, a drug used to treat prostate cancer in men, is also useful for the treatment of signs and symptoms due to hyperandrogenism in women with PCOS, although it carries the rare risk of liver toxicity.
If you are trying to conceive, you cannot take an anti-androgen medication because it could cross the placenta and cause defects in a male fetus. Usually, anti-androgen medications are used in combination with birth control pills, which not only prevent unplanned pregnancies, but also improve the success of these medications on excess hair growth.
None of these drugs is FDA-approved for the treatment of PCOS, but clinical experience and scientific study has shown that they can be effective.
Electrolysis, and possibly lasers, can remove any remaining hairs permanently.
Eflornithine hydrochloride cream (Vaniqa) may also help slow the hair growth on the face. It works well in about one-third to one-half of women using it. The medication is applied to the face twice a day like a moisturizer. It works by blocking a key enzyme that makes hair grow. Noticeable results take about six to eight weeks. It must be used regularly or the hair will grow back after about eight weeks.
Bear in mind that it can take up to nine months to see effects on hair growth and a year or longer to achieve peak effect. The hair will still be there, but it will generally grow more slowly and be lighter and finer.
If irregular and/or infrequent menstruation is a problem, birth control pills that contain estrogen and progestin can generally regulate your cycles. Restoring regular periods is essential since it ensures that the lining of the uterus is shed, protecting against uterine cancer. Birth control pills also reduce the production of androgens by the ovaries.
Rare side effects of birth control pills include migraines, nausea and headaches, and, rarely blood clots (especially among smokers and women with persistent high blood pressure), gallbladder disease and high blood pressure.
If you don't want to take a daily medication, talk to your doctor about a course of progestogen (progesterone-like drugs) several times a year to start your periods. It is important to have at least six to eight periods a year to promote shedding of the endometrial lining; buildup can lead to cancer. However, periodic progesterone alone does not help reduce unwanted hair growth as birth control pills do.
Another drug that helps regulate periods in some women with PCOS, although less effectively than birth control pills, is the insulin-sensitizing drug metformin (Glucophage). Metformin regulates blood glucose (sugar) levels by reducing the amount of glucose the liver produces, reducing the amount of glucose absorbed from food and reducing the levels of insulin in the blood by helping the insulin that your body produces work better to reduce the amount of glucose already in your blood.
The drug is not FDA-approved for PCOS, but research done so far shows it helps modestly improve ovulation and may reduce androgen levels. If you are among the 10 percent or so of women with PCOS who already have type 2 diabetes, metformin is also a good therapeutic option. Experts aren't sure, however, if metformin is as effective at preventing endometrial cancer in women with PCOS as birth control pills or progesterone. In addition, some experts do not recommend metformin for women with PCOS who have excess hair growth (hirsutism).
If you are prescribed metformin, be sure to inform your health care professional of all other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter medicines, to prevent drug interactions.
Infertility often is a consequence of PCOS. If you are overweight or obese, the first line of treatment is weight loss; even losing a little bit of weight may stimulate ovulation. Weight loss can also boost the effectiveness of other infertility treatments.
The second line of treatment is the ovulation-stimulating drug clomiphene citrate, which is used to treat infertile women with ovulation problems. It works by helping the pituitary gland send hormonal signals to stimulate the development of more eggs in the ovaries. Clomiphene stimulates ovulation in about 80 percent of women with PCOS, and about half of these women become pregnant.
Another option for women with PCOS who do not ovulate is letrozole, a medication FDA-approved for breast cancer treatment. Letrozole is sometimes used off label to induce ovulation. Some studies have shown live birth rates in obese women with PCOS who take letrozole are higher than in obese women with PCOS who take clomiphene.
If clomiphene doesn't work, your doctor may suggest using metformin in combination with clomiphene or gonadotropins injections.
Treatment with gonadotropins—purified solutions of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) with or without luteinizing hormone (LH)—may be administered by injection. Because many women with PCOS have elevated LH, some doctors may recommend treatment with FSH alone.
But treatment with gonadotropins, while effective, is more challenging to manage and more expensive. Some women also have some trouble self-administering the injections. Risks include multiple births and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. In many patients mild signs and symptoms of hyperstimulation may occur, including bloating, fluid retention, weight gain and a tender stomach. In more severe cases fluid from the bloodstream leaks into the abdominal cavity, causing it to swell, and making the blood thicker. This may lead to breathing difficulties, temporary kidney failure and blood clots. Thus, gonadotropins should only be prescribed by clinicians specifically trained in their use.
Another option for women who fail to ovulate with clomiphene or metformin therapy, or who are unwilling or unable to use gonadotropins (or can't afford to use them), is a surgical procedure known as laparoscopic ovarian drilling.
During this procedure, a surgeon makes a small incision in your abdomen and inserts a laparoscope (a telescope-like instrument attached to a tiny camera). The surgeon then makes other small incisions and inserts surgical equipment that uses electrical or laser energy to burn small holes in the enlarged follicles on the surface of your ovaries. The goal of the procedure is to stimulate ovulation by reducing LH and androgen levels.
Additionally, many women who failed to ovulate with clomiphene or metformin therapy are able to ovulate with these medications after ovarian drilling. The success rates for laparoscopic ovarian drilling appear to be better for patients at or near their ideal body weight, as opposed to those who are obese. Interestingly, women in these studies who are smokers rarely improved with the drilling procedure. Side effects are rare, primarily adhesions, although laparoscopic ovarian surgery requires general anesthesia, which carries its own risks.
Long-term, nonmedical treatment is geared toward modifying your risk factors for health problems often associated with PCOS, including diabetes, uncontrollable weight gain and heart disease. A healthy, low-sugar, low-starch diet and an exercise program to stabilize your weight can reduce the risk of these conditions.
You can manage some problems associated with PCOS without medication. Excess hair can be removed by shaving, tweezing, waxing or using depilatory creams, or by electrolysis or laser techniques administered by a trained professional. Since lasers work by attacking a skin pigment, they should be used with caution by darker-skinned women.
If you are overweight and have PCOS, you need to lose weight. Losing even just a small amount of weight can lower androgen and insulin levels, reducing your risk of insulin resistance and diabetes. Some obese women with PCOS find losing just 5 to 10 percent of their body weight helps their periods become more regular.
Exercise alone, even without weight loss, is also beneficial since it helps improve insulin sensitivity.
It seems that some PCOS symptoms improve as women near menopause, but some of the complications may persist into or beyond menopause, particularly male pattern baldness or thinning hair, which sometimes gets worse after menopause. The risk for heart attack, stroke and diabetes also increases in menopause in women with PCOS. In cases where PCOS symptoms persist, the best recommendation is to monitor cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure, as well as glucose and insulin levels.
There is no known way to prevent polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Researchers are still working to understand the underlying causes. However, if you have PCOS there is a high likelihood that your daughter or sister will have the disorder. There are steps you can take to prevent some of the worst consequences of the disorder––diabetes, uterine cancer, high blood pressure and high levels of blood lipids (a risk factor for heart disease).
If you do not menstruate, inducing menstruation with a progesterone-like agent should be a top priority. During menstruation, the endometrial lining is shed in response to withdrawal of the progesterone hormone. Without this shedding, your risk of uterine cancer rises significantly. Birth control pills, which combine estrogen and progestin, can restore regular periods. If you don't want to take a daily medication, a course of progesterone, such as medroxyprogesterone acetate, micronized progesterone or norethindrone acetate, taken for 10 to 14 days every one to three months, may help.
If you are overweight, losing weight is a big step toward lowering your risk for diabetes and heart disease. Losing weight can help restore regular periods and improve other hormonal imbalances, but weight loss is often an incomplete solution to PCOS.
Facts to Know
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disturbance in women of reproductive age, affecting an estimated 5 percent to 15 percent of all women.
- No one knows exactly what causes PCOS, although evidence suggests a definite genetic link to the disorder.
- Many women with PCOS will have polycystic ovaries, but it is possible to be diagnosed with the syndrome without this sign, and not all women with polycystic-appearing ovaries will have PCOS.
- Many PCOS symptoms are the result of high levels of androgens. These hormones are often called "male hormones" even though they are found in both men and women. Androgens include testosterone, DHT, androstenedione and DHEA. Other hormones can be converted into testosterone or DHT.
- About half of women with PCOS experience gradual weight gain and obesity. In some women with PCOS, obesity develops around the time of puberty.
- PCOS is strongly linked to insulin resistance (a precursor to type 2 diabetes and heart disease). For women with PCOS who are obese, the treatment plan should incorporate a diet and exercise program. By age 40, about 35 percent of women with PCOS who are obese have impaired glucose tolerance (pre diabetes), and about 10 percent have type 2 diabetes. However, not all women who have PCOS are insulin-resistant or diabetic.
- Women with PCOS are at increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes and obesity, and as a result have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
- If you are overweight, losing weight is a major step toward lowering your risk for diabetes and heart disease. Losing weight can help restore regular periods and improve other hormonal imbalances, but weight loss is often an incomplete solution to PCOS.
- If irregular and/or infrequent menstruation is a problem, birth control pills or periodic courses of a progestin alone can probably get you on schedule again. During menstruation, the lining of the uterus is shed, providing protection against uterine cancer, so restoring regular periods is important.
- Occasionally, PCOS symptoms are the result of an androgen-producing tumor. If symptoms are severe or progress rapidly, or your testosterone level is very high or your cortisol level is elevated, your health care professional may want to investigate further.
Questions to Ask
Review the following Questions to Ask about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.
- How much experience do you have diagnosing and treating PCOS? If you don't have a lot of experience, can you recommend a specialist?
- How long will it take to see effects from my medications? How dramatic can I expect the effects to be?
- What are the side effects of these medications? How can I spot them early?
- How do you feel about prescribing insulin sensitizers?
- I don't want to take birth control pills. What alternatives can you recommend?
- Is it safe to get pregnant or breastfeed on these medications?
- What steps should I take if I decide I want to get pregnant?
- Can you recommend any lifestyle changes that might make a difference in my condition? How big a change can I expect?
- For my skin color and type, what is an optimal hair removal method?
- How does PCOS affect my other health conditions?
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
PCOS is a hormonal disorder linked to hyperandrogenism (a condition caused by excess androgens such as testosterone) and irregular ovulation. Visible signs and symptoms may include hirsutism (excess body and/or facial hair); irregular or infrequent periods;; acne and/or oily skin (particularly severe acne in teenagers or acne that persists into adulthood); infertility; insulin resistance (often resulting in impaired glucose tolerance, a frequent precursor to type 2 diabetes); hair loss or balding; darkening of the skin, usually on the neck; and skin tags in the armpit or on the neck. Women with PCOS may also have, as the name suggests, ovarian cysts, which are benign, small and numerous.
How is PCOS diagnosed?
A health care professional will take a thorough history and do a complete physical examination and may do a series of blood tests to check for hormone imbalances characteristic of PCOS. Ultrasound imaging of the ovaries may also be performed. Most women with PCOS will have irregular or absent menstrual periods.
Which health care professional should I see for PCOS?
Most cases require the expertise of an endocrinologist or reproductive endocrinologist.
Should I try an insulin sensitizer to treat PCOS?
Certainly, if you have insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes an insulin sensitizer would be an acceptable approach to treatment. In women with irregular periods, the first line of treatment is usually hormonal birth control, such as birth control pills or the birth control patch. In women who cannot take hormonal birth control, one alternative is to take the insulin-sensitizing drug metformin. A progestin (for example oral micronized progesterone or medroxyprogesterone acetate) is usually prescribed together with metformin for six months or until menstrual cycles become regular.
What can I do if I can't conceive due to PCOS?
The first line of treatment is usually weight loss in women with PCOS who are overweight or obese. If a woman is unable to lose weight or if modest weight loss does not restore ovulation, an ovulation-stimulating drug such as clomiphene citrate is prescribed. Potential side effects include hot flashes, ovarian swelling that goes down with the onset of your period and an increased possibility of twins. If clomiphene alone doesn't work, the next step may be a combination of clomiphene and metformin, injectable gonadotropins or laparoscopic ovarian drilling.
Do I have to take birth control pills if I have PCOS?
Birth control pills are frequently prescribed to return your menstrual cycles to normal, but you can instead take a course of progesterone, such as medroxyprogesterone acetate, micronized progesterone or norethindrone acetate periodically. You take it for seven to 14 days every one to three months. Progesterone-induced menstruation is essential, because it sloughs off the endometrial lining, helping prevent uterine cancer. Cyclic progestin does not suppress male hormones levels, while birth control pills will.
My ovaries have been removed. Can I still have PCOS?You can still have PCOS because PCOS is a condition that not only affects the ovaries but also the adrenal gland and the regulation of insulin. However, without ovaries, the hyperandrogenic symptoms of PCOS are lessened.
I've been taking PCOS medication as prescribed for weeks and have seen no improvement. What should I do?
Stick with the program a while longer. It may take six months or longer to begin to see effects of spironolactone on hair growth, for example. Metformin, likewise, takes two to three months to reach full effect on insulin levels. Consider adding a weight-reduction program as well, if this is an issue.
Do the symptoms of PCOS ever suggest anything more serious?
Yes, the possibilities include an androgen-producing tumor, Cushing's syndrome, hyperprolactinemia, adrenal hyperplasia, or hypothyroidism. A thorough diagnosis is important, especially if your levels of testosterone are above a certain level, or you have symptoms of "virilization" such as facial beard, clitoromegaly (enlarged clitoris), balding at the temples, deepening voice or muscle enlargement.
Should I be tested for diabetes if I have PCOS?
Due to the link between insulin abnormalities and PCOS, every woman diagnosed with PCOS should have a glucose tolerance test to check for pre diabetes or diabetes. Insulin levels may also be checked to assess for hyperinsulinemia, as a sign of insulin resistance. A two-hour glucose tolerance test, where you drink a sugary solution and your blood is drawn before and one and two hours afterward, is best for testing women with PCOS. If you have diabetes, it is important to begin treatment and monitoring early to avoid complications.
Organizations and Support
For information and support on coping with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, please see the recommended organizations, books and Spanish-language resources listed below.
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
Address: 1209 Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35216
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association
Address: P.O. Box 3403
Englewood, CO 80111
Hotline: 1-877-775-PCOS (1-877-775-7267)
A Gynecologist's Second Opinion
by William H. Parker and Rachel L. Parker
Pocket PCOS: A Quick and Practical Guide to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with Personal Testimonies
by Christopher Hearn and M.D. Shahab S. Minassian
Medline Plus: Ovarian Cysts
Address: Customer Service
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20894
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