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Contrary to popular belief, the hamburger was not created in Hamburg (not sure if anyone truly believes that). It wasn’t created in France either, which makes it all the more shocking to find a french hamburger restaurant. In London of all places.
But that’s exactly what Big Fernand is. It’s all about simple, homestyle cooking with fancy schmancy, hard to pronounce french ingredients. For example, the signature one, Le Big Fernand, comes with “Tomme de Savoie cheese”. Which is, well, fancy language for saying cheese. Add some sun-dried tomatoes and secret sauce and you get a countryside tasting burger. Simple, delicate and tasty.
Though the days of English and French rivalry are long gone (a big lie, the rivalry seems to be alive and well), that means something like Big Fernand can exist, deftly mixing french sensibilities with anglosaxon burger nonsense.
Special mention to the homemade ketchup, which made the accompanying fries be worthy of being served at Versailles. It’s so good, I asked for some ketchup to go. I wish I was kidding… but I’d do it again.
Slimy? Not particularly. It comes with a big bun, which held everything in place surprisingly well.
Satisfying? A taste of French country life, right in Central London. Oh la la.
Hamburgers don’t originate from Hamburg?! I didn’t know that, so Vienesas don’t come from Viena and Milanesas don’t come from Milan? My life will never be the same after this knowledge. Looks like a pretty tasty and ugly hamburger though, Props on your blog, I like your style mr. Slimy food.
Many thanks! And I’m quite sure my usual readers (all three of them) have no clue what a vienesa (sausage) or milanesa (escalope) is!

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contrary to popular belief, the hamburger was not created in hamburg (not sure if anyone truly believes that). it wasn’t created in france either, which makes it all the more shocking to find a french hamburger restaurant. in london of all places.
but that’s exactly what big fernand is. it’s all about simple, homestyle cooking with fancy schmancy, hard to pronounce french ingredients. for example, the signature one, le big fernand, comes with “tomme de savoie cheese”. which is, well, fancy language for saying cheese. add some sun-dried tomatoes and secret sauce and you get a countryside tasting burger. simple, delicate and tasty.
though the days of english and french rivalry are long gone (a big lie, the rivalry seems to be alive and well), that means something like big fernand can exist, deftly mixing french sensibilities with anglosaxon burger nonsense.
special mention to the homemade ketchup, which made the accompanying fries be worthy of being served at versailles. it’s so good, i asked for some ketchup to go. i wish i was kidding… but i’d do it again.
slimy? not particularly. it comes with a big bun, which held everything in place surprisingly well.
satisfying? a taste of french country life, right in central london. oh la la.
hamburgers don’t originate from hamburg?! i didn’t know that, so vienesas don’t come from viena and milanesas don’t come from milan? my life will never be the same after this knowledge. looks like a pretty tasty and ugly hamburger though, props on your blog, i like your style mr. slimy food.
many thanks! and i’m quite sure my usual readers (all three of them) have no clue what a vienesa (sausage) or milanesa (escalope) is!


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Steve leads the lads through a conversation about the best and worst trilogies of all time. From the Blade series to the penultimate Lord of the Rings, the boys get into which they like, why they liked them, and what the actual definition of a trilogy is.
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steve leads the lads through a conversation about the best and worst trilogies of all time. from the blade series to the penultimate lord of the rings, the boys get into which they like, why they liked them, and what the actual definition of a trilogy is.
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Project WET is an instructional resource designed by teachers and water resource professionals FOR K-12 classroom teachers. It covers topics such as water chemistry, water quality and human health, climate and weather, water demand management, water conservation, cultural values about water, and how to launch action programs and water festivals. Participants receive a newly-updated 592 page resource manual that contains 65 current activities.
Especially relevant to Saskatchewan classrooms is the fact that the program has a cooperative learning base incorporates a variety of learning styles and was field tested in a wide variety of classrooms, including many multi-ethnic and multi-grade classrooms.
Recommended by the Ministry of Education to the Saskatchewan Science Curricula Gr. 1-10 and also for Environmental Science 20. Visit our website for downloadable PDF Cross Reference Guides.
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project wet is an instructional resource designed by teachers and water resource professionals for k-12 classroom teachers. it covers topics such as water chemistry, water quality and human health, climate and weather, water demand management, water conservation, cultural values about water, and how to launch action programs and water festivals. participants receive a newly-updated 592 page resource manual that contains 65 current activities.
especially relevant to saskatchewan classrooms is the fact that the program has a cooperative learning base incorporates a variety of learning styles and was field tested in a wide variety of classrooms, including many multi-ethnic and multi-grade classrooms.
recommended by the ministry of education to the saskatchewan science curricula gr. 1-10 and also for environmental science 20. visit our website for downloadable pdf cross reference guides.
registration deadline is friday march 8, 2019.


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A. & N. Softech Pvt. Ltd. builds websites that generate new business for our customers. From simple designs to high-tech interactive sites, we work within your budget to create a website solution that meets your company's specific needs. Our range of expertise includes every facet of web design and marketing: customized programming and add-ons, graphic design, customized content writing, SEO marketing, site maintenance and hosting, and much more.
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a. & n. softech pvt. ltd. builds websites that generate new business for our customers. from simple designs to high-tech interactive sites, we work within your budget to create a website solution that meets your company's specific needs. our range of expertise includes every facet of web design and marketing: customized programming and add-ons, graphic design, customized content writing, seo marketing, site maintenance and hosting, and much more.
web viewers won't spend time on your website if it's not instantly clear what information you offer and how to find it quickly. this means that making your website easy to navigate is essential in motivating prospective customers to contact you. awd uses appealing, cutting edge design elements and clearly defined navigation buttons to take your customers wherever they want to go without unnecessary steps, making it much more likely that they will contact you.
if you are looking for professional dynamic website solution, then it's time to lighten up and relax since you have landed up at the right place. we are a leading web development company located in kanpur & lucknow, india, offering quality dynamic website solutions to clients from varied industries and varying budgets. blessed with strong and commendable attributes of in-depth knowledge and laudable creativity, our talented designers competently design and develop quality dynamic websites using diverse scripting language, preferably asp/mysql. from using right set of tools to adhering to w3c guidelines, traffic-oriented, simple to navigate, seamless websites.


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PAL 75th ANNIVERSARY. Top PAL officials, led by Chairman Dr. Lucio C. Tan and President Jaime J. Bautista, lead a toast to celebrate the airline's 75th anniversary during a gala dinner for PAL employees at the SMX-MOA in Pasay City, where the flag carrier also unveiled its new advertising campaign – The Heart of the Filipino: Shining Through – with top Filipino singers Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo and Leah Salonga as endorsers.
Clark International Airport (CRK) will remain CLOSED until 7:40 pm of April 24 (Wednesday), due to earthquake damage.

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pal 75th anniversary. top pal officials, led by chairman dr. lucio c. tan and president jaime j. bautista, lead a toast to celebrate the airline's 75th anniversary during a gala dinner for pal employees at the smx-moa in pasay city, where the flag carrier also unveiled its new advertising campaign – the heart of the filipino: shining through – with top filipino singers sarah geronimo, bamboo and leah salonga as endorsers.
clark international airport (crk) will remain closed until 7:40 pm of april 24 (wednesday), due to earthquake damage.


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Alex Trend Painters initially established a base in the Sallynoggin in the 2009. We provide a wide variety of business Painting and Decorating solutions to Sallynoggin and bordering locations. Regardless of just how big or small the task, Alex Trend Painters, Painting and Decorating in Sallynoggin have the ability to offer you a complete and also varied series of painting solutions. Our household painting services include interiors, exteriors, woodwork, enhancing and also luxuriant fragile surfaces. Our Painting and Decorating solutions make certain a total surface preparation is accomplished before paint even begins. Furthermore, we provide a vast array of industrial and industrial painting solutions as well.
Using only the highest-grade paints and also equipment, we assure that our work will generate a phenomenal finish. Our years in the market have accumulated a wide range of expertise and strategies that have actually been evaluated and confirmed, which we use in all of our projects. Our team at Alex Trend Painters acknowledges the value of a thorough technique. The elegance is often in the details, as well as an extensive technique is critical for accomplishing the high standard we have actually set for ourselves. Nonetheless, this does not necessarily come with the expense of time. Our services are complete, yet effective. Along our painting services we also do the following: commercial painting, wallpapering, 3d wall panels, interior or exterior painting or house painting.
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Are you considering giving your house or business a fresh look? Do you need to repaint after a tenant has vacated your property? Do you have to repair water stains on walls and ceilings or over walls in which mould has been eliminated? It may be tempting to do the task yourself, which may lead to cost savings. But, there are many reasons you should consider hiring a professional painter and decorator service.
Hiring a professional painter and decorator usually means that the painter comes with of the tools they will need to perform the work correctly, will clean those tools up whenever they’re done and will require them away to be saved elsewhere.
A professional painter and decorator will have the ideal equipment and be educated and knowledgeable about the way to protect furniture, floors, cabinets, walkways and other items that you don’t want painted out of any damage. If your work involves staining, an expert will have the right equipment and experience to apply the stain correctly to achieve the perfect finish and once achieved, shield that finish.
A professional painter may also completely clean the work area when the project is completed.
A professional painter and painter is going to learn that preparation is the trick to a great looking, long lasting paint job. The walls or other surfaces that have to be painted may need to be thoroughly cleaned, patched, degreased and/or primed. Areas with water or mold staining may require additional treatment and patching before they are prepared for a final paint job. It is a good deal of work and if it is not done correctly with appropriate instruments and techniques, it will not lead to an excellent finish.
Painting takes patience to produce a beautiful excellent finish and it also takes skill that’s developed with practice and expertise. An expert will understand how to finish each of their preparation and painting jobs required to achieve the best outcome.
A professional painter may also understand the materials which are needed to perform the work correctly. Which primer will provide the right coverage? Latex or oil? Matte, semi-gloss, high gloss? Which primer foundation is demanded? What paint foundation? Roller or spray?
A professional painter will have the ability to recommend materials which are best to achieve the look you want, while preventing any harm to your surfaces. With that information, you can achieve a greater quality finish that will last.
For exterior jobs, a specialist will know the right weather, temperature and sun conditions to finish the job with the best results. Stains react differently in direct sunlight than when it is overcast, and at different temperatures. While rain obviously affects the job, humidity and heat may also affect the quality of exterior paint finishes.
Climbing on ladders while attempting to apply paint properly is a skilled job that takes careful focus and attention to prevent severe injury and harm. The higher the site that needs painting, the greater the risk for an crash. For interior projects with large areas or outside jobs, an expert painter may have all the resources and experience required to do the job safely and correctly, including the proper dimensions and design of the ladder and scaffolding.
Your time is valuable and painting yourself takes a significant amount of time. Using a professional painter and decorator take care of the work for you can save you days and times of effort, and can normally be done in a far shorter time period.
A study from Trinity College Dublin indicates that the average Irish person needs 28 hours per day to accomplish all his or her tasks. Prevent adding a paint job to that and speak to a professional painter about your requirements.

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expert painting and decorating sallynoggin | fet a free quote today!
alex trend painters initially established a base in the sallynoggin in the 2009. we provide a wide variety of business painting and decorating solutions to sallynoggin and bordering locations. regardless of just how big or small the task, alex trend painters, painting and decorating in sallynoggin have the ability to offer you a complete and also varied series of painting solutions. our household painting services include interiors, exteriors, woodwork, enhancing and also luxuriant fragile surfaces. our painting and decorating solutions make certain a total surface preparation is accomplished before paint even begins. furthermore, we provide a vast array of industrial and industrial painting solutions as well.
using only the highest-grade paints and also equipment, we assure that our work will generate a phenomenal finish. our years in the market have accumulated a wide range of expertise and strategies that have actually been evaluated and confirmed, which we use in all of our projects. our team at alex trend painters acknowledges the value of a thorough technique. the elegance is often in the details, as well as an extensive technique is critical for accomplishing the high standard we have actually set for ourselves. nonetheless, this does not necessarily come with the expense of time. our services are complete, yet effective. along our painting services we also do the following: commercial painting, wallpapering, 3d wall panels, interior or exterior painting or house painting.
for more information, to acquire a free quote, or to employ our painting and decorating services sallynoggin, call us at 0877118343 to get in touch with us. alternatively, you contact us via our convenient online form and we’ll get to you right away.
are you considering giving your house or business a fresh look? do you need to repaint after a tenant has vacated your property? do you have to repair water stains on walls and ceilings or over walls in which mould has been eliminated? it may be tempting to do the task yourself, which may lead to cost savings. but, there are many reasons you should consider hiring a professional painter and decorator service.
hiring a professional painter and decorator usually means that the painter comes with of the tools they will need to perform the work correctly, will clean those tools up whenever they’re done and will require them away to be saved elsewhere.
a professional painter and decorator will have the ideal equipment and be educated and knowledgeable about the way to protect furniture, floors, cabinets, walkways and other items that you don’t want painted out of any damage. if your work involves staining, an expert will have the right equipment and experience to apply the stain correctly to achieve the perfect finish and once achieved, shield that finish.
a professional painter may also completely clean the work area when the project is completed.
a professional painter and painter is going to learn that preparation is the trick to a great looking, long lasting paint job. the walls or other surfaces that have to be painted may need to be thoroughly cleaned, patched, degreased and/or primed. areas with water or mold staining may require additional treatment and patching before they are prepared for a final paint job. it is a good deal of work and if it is not done correctly with appropriate instruments and techniques, it will not lead to an excellent finish.
painting takes patience to produce a beautiful excellent finish and it also takes skill that’s developed with practice and expertise. an expert will understand how to finish each of their preparation and painting jobs required to achieve the best outcome.
a professional painter may also understand the materials which are needed to perform the work correctly. which primer will provide the right coverage? latex or oil? matte, semi-gloss, high gloss? which primer foundation is demanded? what paint foundation? roller or spray?
a professional painter will have the ability to recommend materials which are best to achieve the look you want, while preventing any harm to your surfaces. with that information, you can achieve a greater quality finish that will last.
for exterior jobs, a specialist will know the right weather, temperature and sun conditions to finish the job with the best results. stains react differently in direct sunlight than when it is overcast, and at different temperatures. while rain obviously affects the job, humidity and heat may also affect the quality of exterior paint finishes.
climbing on ladders while attempting to apply paint properly is a skilled job that takes careful focus and attention to prevent severe injury and harm. the higher the site that needs painting, the greater the risk for an crash. for interior projects with large areas or outside jobs, an expert painter may have all the resources and experience required to do the job safely and correctly, including the proper dimensions and design of the ladder and scaffolding.
your time is valuable and painting yourself takes a significant amount of time. using a professional painter and decorator take care of the work for you can save you days and times of effort, and can normally be done in a far shorter time period.
a study from trinity college dublin indicates that the average irish person needs 28 hours per day to accomplish all his or her tasks. prevent adding a paint job to that and speak to a professional painter about your requirements.


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Wil-Lec’s bathroom installation team are highly experienced and fully skilled in all the trades required to complete bathroom and wetroom installations.
We provide every skill needed to undertake the installation to the highest of standards, including plumbing and bathroom furniture fitting, electrical work such as showers and lighting, tiling and all fixings. That’s why Wil-Lec can guarantee the best customer service,ensuring you always receive quality work that delivers the beautiful looking bathroom your want.
we pass on to our customers. We also provide heating solutions such as towel warmers and underfloor heating as well as cabinet making and installation. Please enquire for more information.
When installing a new bathroom or wetroom we will provide a full design service, working with the client to source and provide all the features required to suit their needs and tastes. Wil-Lec’s bathroom fitting team have years of experience providing all the skills needed to make the installation of your bathroom a stress free process, carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible and ensuring the minimum amount of mess is made.
Customer satisfaction is extremely important to us, therefore we make sure we carefully listen to their all requirements so that every aspect of their bathroom is thoughly considered and designed to deliver the features and decor they desire. We also provide them with straightforward advice aimed at providing them with both a good value for money and quality solution. As such, Wil-Lec continue to excel in providing beautiful bathroom installations, always deliver the highest levels of service – ensuring clients the bathroom of they desire.
Heating (Radiators and Towel Rails).
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wil-lec’s bathroom installation team are highly experienced and fully skilled in all the trades required to complete bathroom and wetroom installations.
we provide every skill needed to undertake the installation to the highest of standards, including plumbing and bathroom furniture fitting, electrical work such as showers and lighting, tiling and all fixings. that’s why wil-lec can guarantee the best customer service,ensuring you always receive quality work that delivers the beautiful looking bathroom your want.
we pass on to our customers. we also provide heating solutions such as towel warmers and underfloor heating as well as cabinet making and installation. please enquire for more information.
when installing a new bathroom or wetroom we will provide a full design service, working with the client to source and provide all the features required to suit their needs and tastes. wil-lec’s bathroom fitting team have years of experience providing all the skills needed to make the installation of your bathroom a stress free process, carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible and ensuring the minimum amount of mess is made.
customer satisfaction is extremely important to us, therefore we make sure we carefully listen to their all requirements so that every aspect of their bathroom is thoughly considered and designed to deliver the features and decor they desire. we also provide them with straightforward advice aimed at providing them with both a good value for money and quality solution. as such, wil-lec continue to excel in providing beautiful bathroom installations, always deliver the highest levels of service – ensuring clients the bathroom of they desire.
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B2ST's Yoseob offers to buy dinner for fans who cover his new duet song, "Love Day"
B2ST's Yang Yoseob sent a special 'Love Call' to his fans.
On March 14th, the idol singer wrote via his official Twitter page, "I will buy a meal for anyone who can sing the duet song "Love Day" really well. Eat dinner with me. I'm serious. This should be fun."
Fans immediately showed their interest in the contest remarking, "I want to audition!", "I want to sing a duet with Yoseob," "A person like me would never be able to... T_T", and "It's my dream to eat with you!"
Yoseob recently released a duet track with A-Pink member Eunji. Their new song "Love Day" is for their agency A Cube's new project, 'A Cube For Season'.

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b2st's yoseob offers to buy dinner for fans who cover his new duet song, "love day"
b2st's yang yoseob sent a special 'love call' to his fans.
on march 14th, the idol singer wrote via his official twitter page, "i will buy a meal for anyone who can sing the duet song "love day" really well. eat dinner with me. i'm serious. this should be fun."
fans immediately showed their interest in the contest remarking, "i want to audition!", "i want to sing a duet with yoseob," "a person like me would never be able to... t_t", and "it's my dream to eat with you!"
yoseob recently released a duet track with a-pink member eunji. their new song "love day" is for their agency a cube's new project, 'a cube for season'.


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Tonbridge will be full of festive fun and fireworks on Sunday 26 November – and Specsavers in the High Street will be joining in the party.
The store will be providing information and booking tests, as well as giving away lots of great stocking fillers including spectacle cases, cloths, cleaning kits, earplugs, £50 off vouchers for hearing aids, pens, keyring trolley tokens, mugs, tote bags, and £10 sight test vouchers.
The Tonbridge Christmas Festival is an annual event which brings people together to celebrate the festive season – and to watch the Mayor switch on those all-important Christmas lights.
There will be entertainment all day, including local singers, dancers, musicians and theatre stars. The annual event – organised by The Rotary Club of Tonbridge – will end with a fireworks display.
Nicola Wilkinson, store director in Tonbridge, said: ‘We are delighted to be taking part in this event. It always brings people together, and really kick starts Christmas in town.

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tonbridge will be full of festive fun and fireworks on sunday 26 november – and specsavers in the high street will be joining in the party.
the store will be providing information and booking tests, as well as giving away lots of great stocking fillers including spectacle cases, cloths, cleaning kits, earplugs, £50 off vouchers for hearing aids, pens, keyring trolley tokens, mugs, tote bags, and £10 sight test vouchers.
the tonbridge christmas festival is an annual event which brings people together to celebrate the festive season – and to watch the mayor switch on those all-important christmas lights.
there will be entertainment all day, including local singers, dancers, musicians and theatre stars. the annual event – organised by the rotary club of tonbridge – will end with a fireworks display.
nicola wilkinson, store director in tonbridge, said: ‘we are delighted to be taking part in this event. it always brings people together, and really kick starts christmas in town.


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Faced with a potential $296 billion shortfall over the next decade to maintain and expand California’s aging highway and transit systems, Bay Area leaders are throwing their full support behind an attempt to reduce the voter-approval threshold from two-thirds to 55 percent for transportation sales taxes.
If the proposed constitutional amendment by state Sen. Carol Liu, D-Pasadena, is approved by the Legislature, it would be placed on the statewide ballot in 2014 and could be adopted by a simple majority vote. The Legislature can place constitutional amendments on the ballot without the governor’s signature.
The two-thirds mandate is an offshoot of Prop. 13, the landmark 1978 measure that rolled back property taxes and capped yearly increases until a property is sold. In 1995, the two-thirds requirement was extended to include taxes for transportation projects listed on the ballot.
Jon Coupal, president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, said he thinks a ballot battle is possible, especially after Proposition 30 won last fall. That temporary measure increased the state sales tax rate for all taxpayers and the personal income tax rates for upper-income taxpayers.
The effort comes at a time when funding sources are drying up. Last year, the California Transportation Commission released a report saying it expects to get $242 billion in federal, state and local funds through 2020 — about 45 percent of what is needed, or a $296 billion shortfall.
Stimulus funds have been spent to repave hundreds of miles of streets and freeways in the Bay Area, and a $20 billion bond measure approved by voters seven years ago to widen highways has also been spent.
In addition, the state gas tax has not been raised in nearly 20 years, and the increased popularity of electric vehicles and hybrid cars, along with higher federal fuel efficiency requirements, mean gas tax revenues are declining.
Several Bay Area counties have managed to pass transportation sales taxes despite the two-thirds mandate, and BART and AC Transit have enacted parcel taxes to support their systems.
In 2008, Santa Clara County voters approved by a razor-thin margin a one-eighth-cent sales tax increase to pay to operate the BART extension into the county. Without that tax, the Federal Transit Administration would not have allocated $900 million in federal funds for the extension, and work would not have begun.
Last fall, an Alameda County measure to raise sales tax by a penny failed by about 700 votes, killing funds for widening northbound I-680 through Fremont, replacing the I-580-I-680 interchange and upgrading BART.
Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty said the narrow defeat provides a strong argument for changing the passage threshold to 55 percent.
Making matters more pressing, said Heminger, was the passage of Prop. 26 in 2010, as it applied the two-thirds requirement to virtually all forms of transportation revenue that might be pursued at the local level — such as vehicle registration fees.
“This hurdle only exacerbates the funding shortfalls,” Heminger said.
Staff writer Denis Cuff contributed to this report. Contact Gary Richards at 408-920-5335.
Solano County: 60 percent of voters supported a sales tax proposal in 2002 and 64 percent in 2004.
Alameda County: November measure received 66.53 percent support — about 700 votes short of passage.
Los Angeles County: Another November proposal fell 2 percentage points shy of the 66.7 percent required.

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faced with a potential $296 billion shortfall over the next decade to maintain and expand california’s aging highway and transit systems, bay area leaders are throwing their full support behind an attempt to reduce the voter-approval threshold from two-thirds to 55 percent for transportation sales taxes.
if the proposed constitutional amendment by state sen. carol liu, d-pasadena, is approved by the legislature, it would be placed on the statewide ballot in 2014 and could be adopted by a simple majority vote. the legislature can place constitutional amendments on the ballot without the governor’s signature.
the two-thirds mandate is an offshoot of prop. 13, the landmark 1978 measure that rolled back property taxes and capped yearly increases until a property is sold. in 1995, the two-thirds requirement was extended to include taxes for transportation projects listed on the ballot.
jon coupal, president of the howard jarvis taxpayers association, said he thinks a ballot battle is possible, especially after proposition 30 won last fall. that temporary measure increased the state sales tax rate for all taxpayers and the personal income tax rates for upper-income taxpayers.
the effort comes at a time when funding sources are drying up. last year, the california transportation commission released a report saying it expects to get $242 billion in federal, state and local funds through 2020 — about 45 percent of what is needed, or a $296 billion shortfall.
stimulus funds have been spent to repave hundreds of miles of streets and freeways in the bay area, and a $20 billion bond measure approved by voters seven years ago to widen highways has also been spent.
in addition, the state gas tax has not been raised in nearly 20 years, and the increased popularity of electric vehicles and hybrid cars, along with higher federal fuel efficiency requirements, mean gas tax revenues are declining.
several bay area counties have managed to pass transportation sales taxes despite the two-thirds mandate, and bart and ac transit have enacted parcel taxes to support their systems.
in 2008, santa clara county voters approved by a razor-thin margin a one-eighth-cent sales tax increase to pay to operate the bart extension into the county. without that tax, the federal transit administration would not have allocated $900 million in federal funds for the extension, and work would not have begun.
last fall, an alameda county measure to raise sales tax by a penny failed by about 700 votes, killing funds for widening northbound i-680 through fremont, replacing the i-580-i-680 interchange and upgrading bart.
alameda county supervisor scott haggerty said the narrow defeat provides a strong argument for changing the passage threshold to 55 percent.
making matters more pressing, said heminger, was the passage of prop. 26 in 2010, as it applied the two-thirds requirement to virtually all forms of transportation revenue that might be pursued at the local level — such as vehicle registration fees.
“this hurdle only exacerbates the funding shortfalls,” heminger said.
staff writer denis cuff contributed to this report. contact gary richards at 408-920-5335.
solano county: 60 percent of voters supported a sales tax proposal in 2002 and 64 percent in 2004.
alameda county: november measure received 66.53 percent support — about 700 votes short of passage.
los angeles county: another november proposal fell 2 percentage points shy of the 66.7 percent required.


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For whatever else may pose a threat to your vehicle's road performance, our knowledgeable auto specialists provide a number of other miscellaneous auto services. And because our work is guaranteed, you can rest assured that you're receiving the best workmanship possible. Let us know how we can help you! Contact us at 908-647-7276 to set up an appointment for additional quality auto services.
Sometimes auto repair needs arise long after most auto repair shops have closed (most auto repair shops close at 6 pm). With after-hours drop off services, you leave your car at the mechanics shop for repair even if the shop has closed. You simply fill out an envelope, put in your keys, and drop it in a drop box. The auto shop will only contact you when your car is ready or when they need additional information. At Mark's Auto Service, we value your convenience and that is why we offer after-hours drop off services. A completed Drop-Off Form will help the mechanic diagnose any problems. Even if we have closed, you just drop-off your vehicle at our shop and our mechanics will work on it and contact you when it is ready.
As a fleet owner, you have to do all it takes to keep the fleet on the road. When any vehicle is out of service, both revenue and your reputation as a reliable business are at risk. To make sure your fleet of trucks/vehicles is always on the road, partner with a professional auto shop. At Mark's Auto Service, we can manage your fleet repairs and maintenance. We make sure servicing is up to date and up to standards. We handle all aspects of fleet repairs and maintenance.
Do you need wheels while your car is in an auto repair shop? To cope with your busy life while your vehicle is with a mechanic, we offer a free loaner car. A free loaner car lets you have wheels while your car is in a mechanic's shop. Mark's Auto Service is one of the few auto shops that offer free loaner cars to their customers. At Mark's Auto Service, we are ready to provide assistance and help you when your vehicle has broken down. A prearranged appointment is necessary and subject to availability.
In certain circumstances, auto shops offer pickup and delivery services. This is whereby the auto shop picks up the vehicle at your work place or home, works on it, and delivers it after it is fully repaired and serviced. This saves you time and money. The p/u and delivery service can be either free or paid for. At Mark's Auto Service, we offer free local pickup and delivery whereby we routinely pick up your car from your home or workplace. We want to make the task of having that car repaired/serviced as stress free as possible. This service is subject to appointment.
When you drop your car at our garage for repair and servicing, you don't always have the time to wait until we've finished servicing your car. To get your busy life going on, we offer free local shuttle services. At Mark's Auto Service in Gillette, NJ 07933, we offer free local shuttle services to our customers. This service allows you to conveniently go back to your day's routine as we work on your vehicle - you don't have to wait at the shop. This service is by appointment.
A wheel hub motor, also referred to as a wheel motor, is an electric motor incorporated into the wheel hub and drives it directly. You can have a safer and smoother ride today by replacing your warped and worn out wheel hubs. Let Mark's Auto Service replace your worn out hubs today.
Properly working seals provide oil and grease sealing - offering enhanced performance in a wide range of temperatures and environments. Worn out or warped seals allow external contaminants to enter the bearing unit or let lubricant escape from the unit. This ultimately leads to premature failure of the bearing unit. To keep out contamination and retain lubricant in the bearings, have the seals replaced with new ones. To have the seals replaced by experts, contact or visit Mark's Auto Service today.
Studs are the threaded fasteners that hold on the wheels of your truck. The wheel studs are permanently mounted on the wheel hub through the brake disk or brake drum. To secure the wheel, nuts (lug nuts) are fastened over the stud. Stripped wheel studs can be quite dangerous. Damaged wheel studs should be replaced with new ones immediately. To have your truck's wheel studs replaced with high quality ones, call 908-647-7276 or visit Mark's Auto Service today.
A wheel nut or lug nut is a fastener for securing a wheel on the hub. A set of lug nuts are used to secure a wheel to the threaded wheel studs (which are fixed to a wheel hub). Worn out nuts means one thing - the wheel is not fixed securely on the vehicle which puts the vehicle at the risk of rolling over. To have your truck's wheels securely fastened to the hub, contact or visit Mark's Auto Service in Gillette, NJ 07933 today.
An extended warranty (also known as a service contract) can provide peace of mind to most car buyers. The warranty (or service contract) kicks in after the usual manufacturer warranty has expired. An extended warranty covers major breakdowns and evens out the cost of repairs. Unfortunately, not all auto repair shops accept extended warranties. At Mark's Auto Service in Gillette, NJ 07933, we accept most extended warranties. We let you use the service contract to save on auto repair costs.
Do you have a passion for speed and performance? Performance modifications on your car let you attain high levels of speed and performance. This type of modification involves changing or completely replacing some of your vehicle's parts with high performance ones to boost its performance and speed. Mechanics at Mark's Auto Service have a passion for performance too. The mechanics will make all the necessary performance modifications to ensure you get the best performance from your drive. For all your performance modification needs, contact us at 908-647-7276 or visit Mark's Auto Service today.
Are you planning to buy a new car? Don't take chances. Be confident about the car you are buying. Have pre-purchase inspections performed on the vehicle. Pre-purchase inspections involve examining the car's condition to ensure it is worth buying. At Mark's Auto Service, we have pre-purchase inspection experts - mechanics who will scrutinize any car, make, and model and allow you to make an informed decision. Pre-purchase inspections will definitely give you peace of mind when you buy your next used car.
A pre-trip check up can make the difference between a safe trip and one that ends in a tragedy. The inspection aims at looking for possible defects and potential mechanical problems that could cause disaster. Before embarking on a trip you should make sure your car is fully inspected for safety. You can rely on the experts at Mark's Auto Service. We have pre-trip inspection experts who are able to conduct safety inspections on any car, make, and model. Our experts are dedicated to ensuring you have a safe trip. Simply drop by or give us a call at 908-647-7276.
Having issues with your recreational vehicle? Do not take your RV to just any mechanic. Rely on a professional only - a person/auto shop like Mark's Auto Service that has a track record dealing with recreational vehicles. For all your RV repair and maintenance needs, contact or visit Mark's Auto Service today. At Mark's Auto Service, we have qualified mechanics that have extensive experience repairing and servicing RVs.
Although a trailer does not have an engine of its own, it does require some maintenance. The trailer needs wires to move current to the brake lights and other lights at the back. Mark's Auto Service has qualified and experienced electricians who will handle your trailer maintenance. Call us at 908-647-7276 to schedule an appointment.
Wheel bearings are found inside of wheels, allowing the wheels to spin freely, and are connected to the brake system. They can become worn over time, causing a vibrating suspension and noisy rubbing as the car is driven. If they break completely, the vehicle will become very difficult to control and unsafe to drive. Replacement interval for wheel bearings varies greatly, but they should be checked for leaks and wear periodically. Mark's Auto Service can make sure that your bearings are in good shape and let you know if they need replacement.

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for whatever else may pose a threat to your vehicle's road performance, our knowledgeable auto specialists provide a number of other miscellaneous auto services. and because our work is guaranteed, you can rest assured that you're receiving the best workmanship possible. let us know how we can help you! contact us at 908-647-7276 to set up an appointment for additional quality auto services.
sometimes auto repair needs arise long after most auto repair shops have closed (most auto repair shops close at 6 pm). with after-hours drop off services, you leave your car at the mechanics shop for repair even if the shop has closed. you simply fill out an envelope, put in your keys, and drop it in a drop box. the auto shop will only contact you when your car is ready or when they need additional information. at mark's auto service, we value your convenience and that is why we offer after-hours drop off services. a completed drop-off form will help the mechanic diagnose any problems. even if we have closed, you just drop-off your vehicle at our shop and our mechanics will work on it and contact you when it is ready.
as a fleet owner, you have to do all it takes to keep the fleet on the road. when any vehicle is out of service, both revenue and your reputation as a reliable business are at risk. to make sure your fleet of trucks/vehicles is always on the road, partner with a professional auto shop. at mark's auto service, we can manage your fleet repairs and maintenance. we make sure servicing is up to date and up to standards. we handle all aspects of fleet repairs and maintenance.
do you need wheels while your car is in an auto repair shop? to cope with your busy life while your vehicle is with a mechanic, we offer a free loaner car. a free loaner car lets you have wheels while your car is in a mechanic's shop. mark's auto service is one of the few auto shops that offer free loaner cars to their customers. at mark's auto service, we are ready to provide assistance and help you when your vehicle has broken down. a prearranged appointment is necessary and subject to availability.
in certain circumstances, auto shops offer pickup and delivery services. this is whereby the auto shop picks up the vehicle at your work place or home, works on it, and delivers it after it is fully repaired and serviced. this saves you time and money. the p/u and delivery service can be either free or paid for. at mark's auto service, we offer free local pickup and delivery whereby we routinely pick up your car from your home or workplace. we want to make the task of having that car repaired/serviced as stress free as possible. this service is subject to appointment.
when you drop your car at our garage for repair and servicing, you don't always have the time to wait until we've finished servicing your car. to get your busy life going on, we offer free local shuttle services. at mark's auto service in gillette, nj 07933, we offer free local shuttle services to our customers. this service allows you to conveniently go back to your day's routine as we work on your vehicle - you don't have to wait at the shop. this service is by appointment.
a wheel hub motor, also referred to as a wheel motor, is an electric motor incorporated into the wheel hub and drives it directly. you can have a safer and smoother ride today by replacing your warped and worn out wheel hubs. let mark's auto service replace your worn out hubs today.
properly working seals provide oil and grease sealing - offering enhanced performance in a wide range of temperatures and environments. worn out or warped seals allow external contaminants to enter the bearing unit or let lubricant escape from the unit. this ultimately leads to premature failure of the bearing unit. to keep out contamination and retain lubricant in the bearings, have the seals replaced with new ones. to have the seals replaced by experts, contact or visit mark's auto service today.
studs are the threaded fasteners that hold on the wheels of your truck. the wheel studs are permanently mounted on the wheel hub through the brake disk or brake drum. to secure the wheel, nuts (lug nuts) are fastened over the stud. stripped wheel studs can be quite dangerous. damaged wheel studs should be replaced with new ones immediately. to have your truck's wheel studs replaced with high quality ones, call 908-647-7276 or visit mark's auto service today.
a wheel nut or lug nut is a fastener for securing a wheel on the hub. a set of lug nuts are used to secure a wheel to the threaded wheel studs (which are fixed to a wheel hub). worn out nuts means one thing - the wheel is not fixed securely on the vehicle which puts the vehicle at the risk of rolling over. to have your truck's wheels securely fastened to the hub, contact or visit mark's auto service in gillette, nj 07933 today.
an extended warranty (also known as a service contract) can provide peace of mind to most car buyers. the warranty (or service contract) kicks in after the usual manufacturer warranty has expired. an extended warranty covers major breakdowns and evens out the cost of repairs. unfortunately, not all auto repair shops accept extended warranties. at mark's auto service in gillette, nj 07933, we accept most extended warranties. we let you use the service contract to save on auto repair costs.
do you have a passion for speed and performance? performance modifications on your car let you attain high levels of speed and performance. this type of modification involves changing or completely replacing some of your vehicle's parts with high performance ones to boost its performance and speed. mechanics at mark's auto service have a passion for performance too. the mechanics will make all the necessary performance modifications to ensure you get the best performance from your drive. for all your performance modification needs, contact us at 908-647-7276 or visit mark's auto service today.
are you planning to buy a new car? don't take chances. be confident about the car you are buying. have pre-purchase inspections performed on the vehicle. pre-purchase inspections involve examining the car's condition to ensure it is worth buying. at mark's auto service, we have pre-purchase inspection experts - mechanics who will scrutinize any car, make, and model and allow you to make an informed decision. pre-purchase inspections will definitely give you peace of mind when you buy your next used car.
a pre-trip check up can make the difference between a safe trip and one that ends in a tragedy. the inspection aims at looking for possible defects and potential mechanical problems that could cause disaster. before embarking on a trip you should make sure your car is fully inspected for safety. you can rely on the experts at mark's auto service. we have pre-trip inspection experts who are able to conduct safety inspections on any car, make, and model. our experts are dedicated to ensuring you have a safe trip. simply drop by or give us a call at 908-647-7276.
having issues with your recreational vehicle? do not take your rv to just any mechanic. rely on a professional only - a person/auto shop like mark's auto service that has a track record dealing with recreational vehicles. for all your rv repair and maintenance needs, contact or visit mark's auto service today. at mark's auto service, we have qualified mechanics that have extensive experience repairing and servicing rvs.
although a trailer does not have an engine of its own, it does require some maintenance. the trailer needs wires to move current to the brake lights and other lights at the back. mark's auto service has qualified and experienced electricians who will handle your trailer maintenance. call us at 908-647-7276 to schedule an appointment.
wheel bearings are found inside of wheels, allowing the wheels to spin freely, and are connected to the brake system. they can become worn over time, causing a vibrating suspension and noisy rubbing as the car is driven. if they break completely, the vehicle will become very difficult to control and unsafe to drive. replacement interval for wheel bearings varies greatly, but they should be checked for leaks and wear periodically. mark's auto service can make sure that your bearings are in good shape and let you know if they need replacement.


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Summary: An unknown assailant has a clear vendetta against a GP in this intricate story that ticks all the right boxes.
Dr Olivia Somers is minding her own business, trying to raise two kids alone in the wake of her divorce, when everything goes wrong and her son, Robbie, ends up in hospital. It’s hard to work out what really happened, or even if Robbie is giving her the full story, but when there’s a further incident, this time involving a break in at their home, it becomes clear that these are no random attacks, and someone is out to get them. With the help of a friendly (and handsome) detective, Olivia tries to piece together the puzzle to work who is behind the trouble, and it’s a race against time to figure it out before the next unwelcome surprise from the culprit.
This was an easy to read book with an effective mix of suspense and reveals, and even though it was quite clear early on who might be behind it, and what might have triggered the attacks, the exact details which only come out slowly bit by bit kept it interesting. Although it’s mainly set in the present, there are some chapters of memories slotted in at key moments, both to keep you hooked and to fill in some of the back story.
Culprit aside, the characters in this story are reasonably straight forward. Phil, Olivia’s ex, is an unpleasant man, and this doesn’t change – he doesn’t suddenly turn out to be a hero or misunderstood or anything else. O’Reilly is a nice clear thinker who doesn’t wholly approve of some of Olivia’s attempts to interfere with the investigation, and her family (siblings, parents) are fleshed out enough to give you a good feel of why she is the person she is today. I thought Leila was one of the more interesting characters, especially with the revelations that came out as the plot thickened, and her working with Olivia too added an extra dimension.
This book is lots of things – part detective story, part family drama, very small part romance – and I thought they worked well together. I don’t tend to read a lot of dark mysteries, so I liked the way the other elements balanced this out somewhat and I was as keen as anyone to find out the why as well as the who and the how. Sometimes new information didn’t seem that relevant, but over time it became clear why it had been introduced, such as the comments about head lice or the imminent wedding, adding to Olivia’s feeling that she was losing control further.
I enjoyed this book and found it a bit meatier than some that I read. Set it Scotland, it’s not too regional (having an Irish heroine helps) and this allowed the focus to stay on the story and the characters rather than the in this instance not overly important setting.
Do Me No Harm loses half a star because I feel any book that has three doctors (Olivia, Phil and Leila) playing such pivotal roles needs to have any medical references sense checked, and there were a few points in this one that stuck out as poorly researched, or at the very least overlooked (such as when Olivia suggests a smear test to detect chlamydia). It didn’t do the story much harm, but as someone who works in health it bugged me that something like that had got through various edits and proof reads. Otherwise, an intriguing and engaging story that I would read again.
Thanks go to the publishers for sending us this one.
Family drama, mystery and crime are a good combination and After The Fall by Charity Norman shows how another author does it.
You can read more book reviews or buy Do Me No Harm by Julie Corbin at Amazon.com.
This page was last modified on 8 March 2018, at 10:42.

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summary: an unknown assailant has a clear vendetta against a gp in this intricate story that ticks all the right boxes.
dr olivia somers is minding her own business, trying to raise two kids alone in the wake of her divorce, when everything goes wrong and her son, robbie, ends up in hospital. it’s hard to work out what really happened, or even if robbie is giving her the full story, but when there’s a further incident, this time involving a break in at their home, it becomes clear that these are no random attacks, and someone is out to get them. with the help of a friendly (and handsome) detective, olivia tries to piece together the puzzle to work who is behind the trouble, and it’s a race against time to figure it out before the next unwelcome surprise from the culprit.
this was an easy to read book with an effective mix of suspense and reveals, and even though it was quite clear early on who might be behind it, and what might have triggered the attacks, the exact details which only come out slowly bit by bit kept it interesting. although it’s mainly set in the present, there are some chapters of memories slotted in at key moments, both to keep you hooked and to fill in some of the back story.
culprit aside, the characters in this story are reasonably straight forward. phil, olivia’s ex, is an unpleasant man, and this doesn’t change – he doesn’t suddenly turn out to be a hero or misunderstood or anything else. o’reilly is a nice clear thinker who doesn’t wholly approve of some of olivia’s attempts to interfere with the investigation, and her family (siblings, parents) are fleshed out enough to give you a good feel of why she is the person she is today. i thought leila was one of the more interesting characters, especially with the revelations that came out as the plot thickened, and her working with olivia too added an extra dimension.
this book is lots of things – part detective story, part family drama, very small part romance – and i thought they worked well together. i don’t tend to read a lot of dark mysteries, so i liked the way the other elements balanced this out somewhat and i was as keen as anyone to find out the why as well as the who and the how. sometimes new information didn’t seem that relevant, but over time it became clear why it had been introduced, such as the comments about head lice or the imminent wedding, adding to olivia’s feeling that she was losing control further.
i enjoyed this book and found it a bit meatier than some that i read. set it scotland, it’s not too regional (having an irish heroine helps) and this allowed the focus to stay on the story and the characters rather than the in this instance not overly important setting.
do me no harm loses half a star because i feel any book that has three doctors (olivia, phil and leila) playing such pivotal roles needs to have any medical references sense checked, and there were a few points in this one that stuck out as poorly researched, or at the very least overlooked (such as when olivia suggests a smear test to detect chlamydia). it didn’t do the story much harm, but as someone who works in health it bugged me that something like that had got through various edits and proof reads. otherwise, an intriguing and engaging story that i would read again.
thanks go to the publishers for sending us this one.
family drama, mystery and crime are a good combination and after the fall by charity norman shows how another author does it.
you can read more book reviews or buy do me no harm by julie corbin at amazon.com.
this page was last modified on 8 march 2018, at 10:42.


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Download the worksheet to transform your own triangle by entering your details below. You will need to respond to the confirmation email that will be sent to you.
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Little baby boy playing with remote control at home. Little caucasian boy sitting at sofa watching tv set.

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On reflection, I still stick with my initial reaction to the Shanghai Town Meeting appearance, rather than being won over by the on-scene complaints of my Shanghai friend Adam Minter as described here. If you combine Obama's opening statement (White House version here), with his answers to the questions about the Great Firewall, it seems to me that he said just about as much on censorship and liberties as a visiting dignitary could say, in the circumstances.
"And that is why America will always speak out for these core principles around the world. We do not seek to impose any system of government on any other nation, but we also don't believe that the principles that we stand for are unique to our nation. These freedoms of expression and worship -- of access to information and political participation -- we believe are universal rights. They should be available to all people, including ethnic and religious minorities -- whether they are in the United States, China, or any nation. Indeed, it is that respect for universal rights that guides America's openness to other countries; our respect for different cultures; our commitment to international law; and our faith in the future.
The Chinese students in the audience were smart. They understood what he was saying. In the circumstances, how much more obvious did he need to be? Those circumstances included: Obama's being in China for his first official visit; his knowing (as he must have, from his briefings) that the big Chinese bugaboo is "outside interference" from foreigners telling them what to do; and his knowing that he had business on many fronts ahead of him in Beijing. Even in those circumstances he clearly said: America believes that openness and liberties are not quaint American practices but are in fact universal and should be available to everyone, including in China. In domestic American politics, Obama has been known for doing his work with the scalpel rather than the sledgehammer. How much less deft would we like him to be on a foreign visit?
"I am a big believer in technology and I'm a big believer in openness when it comes to the flow of information. I think that the more freely information flows, the stronger the society becomes, because then citizens of countries around the world can hold their own governments accountable. They can begin to think for themselves. That generates new ideas. It encourages creativity.
"And so I've always been a strong supporter of open Internet use. I'm a big supporter of non-censorship. This is part of the tradition of the United States that I discussed before, and I recognize that different countries have different traditions. I can tell you that in the United States, the fact that we have free Internet -- or unrestricted Internet access is a source of strength, and I think should be encouraged."
"I'm a big supporter of non-censorship" is ungainly. But what's wrong with the statement as a whole?
Foreign leaders do not typically go to other countries and frontally criticize the way those places they're run -- at least not if they're smart, or serious. For instance, when Hugo Chavez made his famous "I smell the devil!" crack after following G.W. Bush to the podium at the U.N., this was not a sign of his wanting to do business with America. Yes, you got Chavez's point, in all its gross clownishness. Who could miss Obama's point in Shanghai? Would we welcome a French or German prime minister coming to a US town meeting in the Bush years, shortly before a negotiating session at the White House, and saying, "Of course we condemn waterboarding, Guantanamo, and Abu Ghraib"? I condemn those things too, but is that the shrewdest thing for a foreign president to say while here?
More later, but I thought the words stand up well and got across the intended message.

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on reflection, i still stick with my initial reaction to the shanghai town meeting appearance, rather than being won over by the on-scene complaints of my shanghai friend adam minter as described here. if you combine obama's opening statement (white house version here), with his answers to the questions about the great firewall, it seems to me that he said just about as much on censorship and liberties as a visiting dignitary could say, in the circumstances.
"and that is why america will always speak out for these core principles around the world. we do not seek to impose any system of government on any other nation, but we also don't believe that the principles that we stand for are unique to our nation. these freedoms of expression and worship -- of access to information and political participation -- we believe are universal rights. they should be available to all people, including ethnic and religious minorities -- whether they are in the united states, china, or any nation. indeed, it is that respect for universal rights that guides america's openness to other countries; our respect for different cultures; our commitment to international law; and our faith in the future.
the chinese students in the audience were smart. they understood what he was saying. in the circumstances, how much more obvious did he need to be? those circumstances included: obama's being in china for his first official visit; his knowing (as he must have, from his briefings) that the big chinese bugaboo is "outside interference" from foreigners telling them what to do; and his knowing that he had business on many fronts ahead of him in beijing. even in those circumstances he clearly said: america believes that openness and liberties are not quaint american practices but are in fact universal and should be available to everyone, including in china. in domestic american politics, obama has been known for doing his work with the scalpel rather than the sledgehammer. how much less deft would we like him to be on a foreign visit?
"i am a big believer in technology and i'm a big believer in openness when it comes to the flow of information. i think that the more freely information flows, the stronger the society becomes, because then citizens of countries around the world can hold their own governments accountable. they can begin to think for themselves. that generates new ideas. it encourages creativity.
"and so i've always been a strong supporter of open internet use. i'm a big supporter of non-censorship. this is part of the tradition of the united states that i discussed before, and i recognize that different countries have different traditions. i can tell you that in the united states, the fact that we have free internet -- or unrestricted internet access is a source of strength, and i think should be encouraged."
"i'm a big supporter of non-censorship" is ungainly. but what's wrong with the statement as a whole?
foreign leaders do not typically go to other countries and frontally criticize the way those places they're run -- at least not if they're smart, or serious. for instance, when hugo chavez made his famous "i smell the devil!" crack after following g.w. bush to the podium at the u.n., this was not a sign of his wanting to do business with america. yes, you got chavez's point, in all its gross clownishness. who could miss obama's point in shanghai? would we welcome a french or german prime minister coming to a us town meeting in the bush years, shortly before a negotiating session at the white house, and saying, "of course we condemn waterboarding, guantanamo, and abu ghraib"? i condemn those things too, but is that the shrewdest thing for a foreign president to say while here?
more later, but i thought the words stand up well and got across the intended message.


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What is the Bulk Buy Program?
The Bulk Buy Program is a discount system in which authorized Westcan dealers may choose to bulk order from a variety of product lines and receive an additional discount of up to 15% based on the order total before tax and freight.
What are the Benefits of Bulk Buy?
The Bulk Buy Program is particularly useful for dealers who prefer to keep stock on-hand. For example, you may choose to stock up on specific shelf decks and end panels in order to save time on tracking inventory, picking, and even quoting on assembled starter packages for your customer.
Bulk Buy orders are also packaged differently from a standard order – All large pieces, with the exception of installation kits and hardware, are loaded onto a pallet without their own individual packaging. Instead, your order is packed and wrapped on a bulk pallet in a single protective layer of cardboard. This means less cardboard waste, and reduced unpacking time when the pallet arrives at your warehouse or shop! Installation hardware kits still come in their own standard packaging in order for these small parts to be more easily kept track of and managed.
Did we mention the discount? See the Bulk Buy Program breakdown below for more specifics.
• Installation hardware kits are packaged individually for easier organization.
• Standard or bin shelving – Red plastic bins are not included, but sold separately.
• Performs as an additional shelf, without the cost.
• Purchase before tax and freight – $2875.00: Save 5% off your order!
• Purchase before tax and freight – $5750.00: Save 10% off your order!
• Purchase before tax and freight – $8625.00: Save 15% off your order!
*Please do not combine Bulk Buy items and regular items in one order – This requires us to split the order manually.

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what is the bulk buy program?
the bulk buy program is a discount system in which authorized westcan dealers may choose to bulk order from a variety of product lines and receive an additional discount of up to 15% based on the order total before tax and freight.
what are the benefits of bulk buy?
the bulk buy program is particularly useful for dealers who prefer to keep stock on-hand. for example, you may choose to stock up on specific shelf decks and end panels in order to save time on tracking inventory, picking, and even quoting on assembled starter packages for your customer.
bulk buy orders are also packaged differently from a standard order – all large pieces, with the exception of installation kits and hardware, are loaded onto a pallet without their own individual packaging. instead, your order is packed and wrapped on a bulk pallet in a single protective layer of cardboard. this means less cardboard waste, and reduced unpacking time when the pallet arrives at your warehouse or shop! installation hardware kits still come in their own standard packaging in order for these small parts to be more easily kept track of and managed.
did we mention the discount? see the bulk buy program breakdown below for more specifics.
• installation hardware kits are packaged individually for easier organization.
• standard or bin shelving – red plastic bins are not included, but sold separately.
• performs as an additional shelf, without the cost.
• purchase before tax and freight – $2875.00: save 5% off your order!
• purchase before tax and freight – $5750.00: save 10% off your order!
• purchase before tax and freight – $8625.00: save 15% off your order!
*please do not combine bulk buy items and regular items in one order – this requires us to split the order manually.


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Disney will be holding its popular D23 fan event next year Aug. 23-25 at the Anaheim Convention Center, officials announced this morning.
This event always generates huge crowds anxious to witness the unveiling of the latest Disney projects, as well as the rare chance to see and hear from some of their creators.
The official Disney fan club, D23, got its name because Walt Disney launched his first studio in 1923. People can join for free or upgrade to a paid membership with more benefits.
Officials announced that it will celebrate its 10th anniversary through a series of special events to be held throughout the United States.
For example, tours of Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, typically held four times a year for paid Gold members, will be bumped up to monthly starting in March. On the tour, people can see Walt Disney’s office and peek inside the archives. Lunch with a Disney Legend events will begin in January. Gold members also get a special advance look at a new exhibit at the Walt Disney Family Museum in May.
Oct. 26: D23 Heads to the Hollow, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.
D23 anniversary logo for 2019, courtesy of the Walt Disney Co.

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disney will be holding its popular d23 fan event next year aug. 23-25 at the anaheim convention center, officials announced this morning.
this event always generates huge crowds anxious to witness the unveiling of the latest disney projects, as well as the rare chance to see and hear from some of their creators.
the official disney fan club, d23, got its name because walt disney launched his first studio in 1923. people can join for free or upgrade to a paid membership with more benefits.
officials announced that it will celebrate its 10th anniversary through a series of special events to be held throughout the united states.
for example, tours of walt disney studios in burbank, typically held four times a year for paid gold members, will be bumped up to monthly starting in march. on the tour, people can see walt disney’s office and peek inside the archives. lunch with a disney legend events will begin in january. gold members also get a special advance look at a new exhibit at the walt disney family museum in may.
oct. 26: d23 heads to the hollow, sleepy hollow, n.y.
d23 anniversary logo for 2019, courtesy of the walt disney co.


text: Netted Custard Apple is a fruit which is a close cousin of Sugar Apple. The tree that bears these fruits is a small deciduous or semi-evergreen tree sometimes reaching 10 metres tall and a native of Central America. The ill-smelling leaves are deciduous, alternate, oblong or narrow-lanceolate, 10-20 cm long, 2-5 cm wide, with conspicuous veins. Flowers, in drooping clusters, are fragrant, slender, with 3 outer fleshy, narrow petals 2-3 cm long, light-green externally and pale-yellow with a dark-red or purple spot on the inside at the base. The flowers never fully open. The compound fruit, 8-16 cm in diameter, may be symmetrically heart-shaped, lopsided, or irregular; or nearly round, or oblate, with a deep or shallow depression at the base. The skin, thin but tough, may be yellow or brownish when ripe, with a pink, reddish or brownish-red blush, and faintly, moderately, or distinctly netted.

lowercased: netted custard apple is a fruit which is a close cousin of sugar apple. the tree that bears these fruits is a small deciduous or semi-evergreen tree sometimes reaching 10 metres tall and a native of central america. the ill-smelling leaves are deciduous, alternate, oblong or narrow-lanceolate, 10-20 cm long, 2-5 cm wide, with conspicuous veins. flowers, in drooping clusters, are fragrant, slender, with 3 outer fleshy, narrow petals 2-3 cm long, light-green externally and pale-yellow with a dark-red or purple spot on the inside at the base. the flowers never fully open. the compound fruit, 8-16 cm in diameter, may be symmetrically heart-shaped, lopsided, or irregular; or nearly round, or oblate, with a deep or shallow depression at the base. the skin, thin but tough, may be yellow or brownish when ripe, with a pink, reddish or brownish-red blush, and faintly, moderately, or distinctly netted.


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Everybody talks about fashion weeks but not so much about press days. They are the absolutely crucial to journalists and stylists work.
Press days are organised between fashion weeks. It’s like a re-see of what you’ve seen on the catwalks or for smaller or newer brands that’s the platform to showcase their collection to the press, stylists and influencers.
For press and stylists, this is the place where you meet up key contacts at the brand’s in-house PR department or their PR agency.
Here are some pics of recent press days I’ve attended and the new clothes and accessories that caught my eyes in the last two weeks.

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everybody talks about fashion weeks but not so much about press days. they are the absolutely crucial to journalists and stylists work.
press days are organised between fashion weeks. it’s like a re-see of what you’ve seen on the catwalks or for smaller or newer brands that’s the platform to showcase their collection to the press, stylists and influencers.
for press and stylists, this is the place where you meet up key contacts at the brand’s in-house pr department or their pr agency.
here are some pics of recent press days i’ve attended and the new clothes and accessories that caught my eyes in the last two weeks.


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good life & good music.
we’ve been waiting for this one! stream “2009” inside.
after much hype, we have gotten what we wanted! wiz khalifa & curren$y have dropped the joint “2009” album. the 14-track project includes features from ty dolla $ign and problem.
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Iowa Workforce Development, in cooperation with community colleges, state universities, and private institutions (both for-profit and non-profit) including career/technical schools across the state of Iowa, conducts the Iowa College Student Survey. The survey is distributed to each postsecondary institution and then emailed to students by their administrative representatives.
The purpose of the survey is to gather information regarding students’ intentions to either remain in Iowa or locate outside of Iowa following graduation or upon program completion. In addition, the survey asks students to rate what factors are most important to them when deciding where to locate and then provide their perception of Iowa when it comes to those same factors.
Note: For optimal experience we recommend using the Google Chrome browser (download here). For assistance in navigating the Tableau visualization below, visit the Tableau Guide.
Data from the 2017 survey can also be viewed and explored in the Tableau visualization below. The percentage of students that responded they are likely to stay in Iowa, likely to leave, or are unsure is displayed in the first tab. The charts directly below show the percentage of those three groups that indicated various factors as being important to their decision-making process along with their opinion on how Iowa fairs relative to those factors. Use the Location Decision Factors drop-down to toggle which category of factors is displayed in the charts. The rest of the drop-down menus affect which demographic group data are displayed for. There are additional tabs at the top of the visualization click these to view and interact with different sets of data. The data is also available in CSV files. Click the button below to download the files.

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iowa workforce development, in cooperation with community colleges, state universities, and private institutions (both for-profit and non-profit) including career/technical schools across the state of iowa, conducts the iowa college student survey. the survey is distributed to each postsecondary institution and then emailed to students by their administrative representatives.
the purpose of the survey is to gather information regarding students’ intentions to either remain in iowa or locate outside of iowa following graduation or upon program completion. in addition, the survey asks students to rate what factors are most important to them when deciding where to locate and then provide their perception of iowa when it comes to those same factors.
note: for optimal experience we recommend using the google chrome browser (download here). for assistance in navigating the tableau visualization below, visit the tableau guide.
data from the 2017 survey can also be viewed and explored in the tableau visualization below. the percentage of students that responded they are likely to stay in iowa, likely to leave, or are unsure is displayed in the first tab. the charts directly below show the percentage of those three groups that indicated various factors as being important to their decision-making process along with their opinion on how iowa fairs relative to those factors. use the location decision factors drop-down to toggle which category of factors is displayed in the charts. the rest of the drop-down menus affect which demographic group data are displayed for. there are additional tabs at the top of the visualization click these to view and interact with different sets of data. the data is also available in csv files. click the button below to download the files.


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6PC 100g 50g 20g 10g 5g Precision Calibration Scale Weights Balance Test Set Kit.
This precession calibration set has all of the weights you will need and more! 6pc 100g 50g 20g 10g 5g precision calibration scale weights balance test set kit smooth surface the tweezers is convenient to hold all of the weights for quick easy access permissible error +/- 0.003g quantity 1 x 100g, 1 x 50g, 2 x 20g, 1 x 10g, 1 x 5g color silver total weight250g.

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6pc 100g 50g 20g 10g 5g precision calibration scale weights balance test set kit.
this precession calibration set has all of the weights you will need and more! 6pc 100g 50g 20g 10g 5g precision calibration scale weights balance test set kit smooth surface the tweezers is convenient to hold all of the weights for quick easy access permissible error +/- 0.003g quantity 1 x 100g, 1 x 50g, 2 x 20g, 1 x 10g, 1 x 5g color silver total weight250g.


text: This article investigates the extent to which companies listed on the Nasdaq OMX (NOMX) and the Euronext Amsterdam (EA), in their 2005 and 2008 annual reports, complied with the disclosure requirements in IAS 36 paragraph 134, as well as the factors that explain why some companies complied with the standard to a higher extent than did other ones. Swedish and Dutch listed companies are chosen as the accounting oversight system differs between the countries. The relationship between the dependent variable, that is, information disclosed in accordance with IAS 36 paragraph 134 in the annual reports in Swedish and Dutch listed companies, and the independent variables, that is, accounting oversight, auditing company, size, leverage, future prospects, industry and learning, is examined. The results reveal that Swedish companies listed on the NOMX were more compliant than their Dutch counterparts in 2005, possibly because of the (historically) weak Dutch institutional oversight system. The compliance level seems to have increased in both Swedish and Dutch companies over time, thus indicating learning. In 2008, there was no significant difference in compliance level between Sweden and the Netherlands, which suggests convergence. Size significantly affected the compliance level in Sweden only, and leverage affected the compliance level in the Netherlands only. Moreover, non-financial companies were more compliant in both countries. The independent variables auditing company and future prospects did not seem to have a significant effect on the compliance level.

lowercased: this article investigates the extent to which companies listed on the nasdaq omx (nomx) and the euronext amsterdam (ea), in their 2005 and 2008 annual reports, complied with the disclosure requirements in ias 36 paragraph 134, as well as the factors that explain why some companies complied with the standard to a higher extent than did other ones. swedish and dutch listed companies are chosen as the accounting oversight system differs between the countries. the relationship between the dependent variable, that is, information disclosed in accordance with ias 36 paragraph 134 in the annual reports in swedish and dutch listed companies, and the independent variables, that is, accounting oversight, auditing company, size, leverage, future prospects, industry and learning, is examined. the results reveal that swedish companies listed on the nomx were more compliant than their dutch counterparts in 2005, possibly because of the (historically) weak dutch institutional oversight system. the compliance level seems to have increased in both swedish and dutch companies over time, thus indicating learning. in 2008, there was no significant difference in compliance level between sweden and the netherlands, which suggests convergence. size significantly affected the compliance level in sweden only, and leverage affected the compliance level in the netherlands only. moreover, non-financial companies were more compliant in both countries. the independent variables auditing company and future prospects did not seem to have a significant effect on the compliance level.


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Our city is in a little bit of a frenzy right now – people are dancing in the streets – literally. I have to admit that even I have a little Seahawk’s fever. I think today was the first football game I ever sat through beginning to end. I really wanted the Seahawks to win – for the kids. They were all dressed up, made signs to cheer them on – even my younger daughter wore a sign around her neck all day with the number “12” on it. Yes, we were all the twelfth man tonight, and it paid off.
Normally the Super Bowl is a day for me to make lots of fun snacks, and to spend the day in the kitchen. Of course, nothing like my friend Kristy and her husband Mike over at Eat, Play, Love. You should check out what they did today – extremely impressive. 11 hours in the kitchen for their annual Chopped Challenge! What a fun way to spend a Sunday.
Our friends were hosting today, and they assigned us all different snacks to bring. Mine was French Onion Dip and potato chips. Yesterday my younger daughter was bored – so I let her make the dip all by herself. She was very proud, even though all she did was take a package of Lipton Onion Soup and mix it with some Sour Cream. Hey – everyone starts somewhere right?
I decided to bring a couple of extras – one being this Nacho Vidal. When I saw the recipe in Bon Appetit for the shrub – I got very excited. I have been wanting to make a drinking vinegar for some time now. My husband cannot stand the smell of vinegar, so I waited until he was out of the house to try this one. The drink came together beautifully – it was a cross between a Nigroni and a Margarita. It was not too sweet, and you could not tell at all that you were drinking vinegar. I absolutely loved it – and my neighbor said it was one of the best drinks I have ever served. Score!!
If you do not drink alcohol, or you would like to make this for kids – you can easily enjoy this drink without the Tequila and Campari. Just mix everything else together with 1 1/2 cups of Pomegranate juice and 2 cups of sparkling water – no shaking necessary. It will be a nice refreshing treat. Here’s to the Seahawks!!
Bring all ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat; simmer until slightly reduced, 8–10 minutes. Let cool, then strain into a jar. Cover and chill.
Combine tequila, Campari, lemon juice, lime juice, and shrub in a large pitcher. Place 1½ cups tequila mixture in a cocktail shaker; fill with ice. Shake until frosty, about 30 seconds. Divide between 2 rocks glasses filled with ice; garnish each with a lime wedge. Repeat 3 more times.
Do Ahead: Tequila mixture can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
Love me a good shrub! These look delicious!
This looks like a fun and refreshing drink. I guess drinking/consuming apple cider vinegar is supposed to be good for your health so you have that going for you too.
Thank you for the shout-out Dawn. :) We had a great time as you know. Congrats on the Seahawks win. It worked out rather nicely for me too as I won the office pool (which I’ve not played until this year!). Beginner’s luck I guess. I’m so intrigued by this drink. I love vinegar!!! I’m definitely going to have to try this one out.

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our city is in a little bit of a frenzy right now – people are dancing in the streets – literally. i have to admit that even i have a little seahawk’s fever. i think today was the first football game i ever sat through beginning to end. i really wanted the seahawks to win – for the kids. they were all dressed up, made signs to cheer them on – even my younger daughter wore a sign around her neck all day with the number “12” on it. yes, we were all the twelfth man tonight, and it paid off.
normally the super bowl is a day for me to make lots of fun snacks, and to spend the day in the kitchen. of course, nothing like my friend kristy and her husband mike over at eat, play, love. you should check out what they did today – extremely impressive. 11 hours in the kitchen for their annual chopped challenge! what a fun way to spend a sunday.
our friends were hosting today, and they assigned us all different snacks to bring. mine was french onion dip and potato chips. yesterday my younger daughter was bored – so i let her make the dip all by herself. she was very proud, even though all she did was take a package of lipton onion soup and mix it with some sour cream. hey – everyone starts somewhere right?
i decided to bring a couple of extras – one being this nacho vidal. when i saw the recipe in bon appetit for the shrub – i got very excited. i have been wanting to make a drinking vinegar for some time now. my husband cannot stand the smell of vinegar, so i waited until he was out of the house to try this one. the drink came together beautifully – it was a cross between a nigroni and a margarita. it was not too sweet, and you could not tell at all that you were drinking vinegar. i absolutely loved it – and my neighbor said it was one of the best drinks i have ever served. score!!
if you do not drink alcohol, or you would like to make this for kids – you can easily enjoy this drink without the tequila and campari. just mix everything else together with 1 1/2 cups of pomegranate juice and 2 cups of sparkling water – no shaking necessary. it will be a nice refreshing treat. here’s to the seahawks!!
bring all ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan. reduce heat; simmer until slightly reduced, 8–10 minutes. let cool, then strain into a jar. cover and chill.
combine tequila, campari, lemon juice, lime juice, and shrub in a large pitcher. place 1½ cups tequila mixture in a cocktail shaker; fill with ice. shake until frosty, about 30 seconds. divide between 2 rocks glasses filled with ice; garnish each with a lime wedge. repeat 3 more times.
do ahead: tequila mixture can be made 6 hours ahead. cover and chill.
love me a good shrub! these look delicious!
this looks like a fun and refreshing drink. i guess drinking/consuming apple cider vinegar is supposed to be good for your health so you have that going for you too.
thank you for the shout-out dawn. :) we had a great time as you know. congrats on the seahawks win. it worked out rather nicely for me too as i won the office pool (which i’ve not played until this year!). beginner’s luck i guess. i’m so intrigued by this drink. i love vinegar!!! i’m definitely going to have to try this one out.