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Looking for the best internet providers in Dallas, TX? In today’s day and age, many people are hesitant to spend their hard-earned money on internet services. But there are things you should know about cable, DSL, Fiber-optic, and fixed broadband. It’s essential to find a good internet company that balances price, service quality, and reliability. You can find a good provider with a low price and outstanding customer support in rural areas.
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Building Skills by Exploring Maps
Maps hold the promise of an adventure. And children really want to know how to read them. At the same time, they still need a lot of practice with the basic map skills of using latitude and longitude, locating places on a grid, estimating distances using scale, using indexes, and understanding common map symbols. This series uses age-appropriate maps to provide opportunities to practice these skills. Background information at the top of each page provides either more information about a map skill or interesting facts about the subject of the map.
The wonderful thing about teaching students map skills is that they really want to know how to read maps. To students maps are keys to unknown places. Maps hold the promise of an adventure.
Intermediate-grade students understand that maps represent places. However, they do not have a lot of experience reading the story behind historical maps, they assume north is straight up, and they become confused by overcrowded maps. The resources and activities in Maps: Ancient Civilizations provide an excellent bridge to a much deeper understanding of map reading by eliminating extra details-but not so many that the maps lose all context. Maps: Ancient Civilizations also provides students with practice in reading the "story" behind the map.
The social studies standards addressed in this book include the following:
Invite students to compare the ancient maps to modern maps. Encourage them to discuss where they see concentrations of settlements. Invite them to place the maps side by side and observe changes in a region over time. The story of the ancient world is the beginning of humanity. If they spend enough time with the maps and activity sheets, they will understand history's story much more deeply. Conveniently, the skills covered in Maps: Ancient Civilizations also transfer well to a standardized-testing situation.
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14 Jan Out With the Old
“Out With the Old”
Written by Kyle Harrison Edited by Craig Groshek and Seth Paul Thumbnail Art by Craig Groshek Narrated by N/ACopyright Statement: Unless explicitly stated, all stories published on CreepypastaStories.com are the property of (and under copyright to) their respective authors, and may not be narrated or performed, adapted to film, television or audio mediums, republished in a print or electronic book, reposted on any other website, blog, or online platform, or otherwise monetized without the express written consent of its author(s).
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I know most of you are probably heading off to get a few drinks with friends and pass the night away watching the ball drop from the comforts of your couch, and if so, I applaud you for not having a care in the world when it comes to the new year.
Not even doubting for a second that it might not come at all.
I wish I could go back to the comfort of that lie. I hope that I didn’t know what my family does…what curse they’ve been burdened with.
It’s possible I might have had one too many drinks myself before sharing this with you, so I apologize if I’m rambling. Hopefully, by the end, this will all make sense.
My family has a very unusual New Year’s Eve tradition, you see, one that I was ushered into only recently by my Uncle Mordecai.
It was a little past eleven at night on December 31, a few years back, when Mordecai pulled me out of my bed in the darkness and passed me a rifle telling me that it was time.
Ever since Dad passed away, he’s been here for the family in almost every way imaginable. Always reliable, always confident. A genuine Jack of all trades.
So it was jarring to be up so late at night and to see his eyes were wild with fear. I had never seen him this way.
We usually get up before the sun at 5 am to get all of our work done. Our family runs a small farm outside the city limits, so going to bed early is necessary even during the holiday season. Going out like this was certainly not normal, and we also never hunted, so of course, as he urged me to get dressed, I had a dozen questions.
“Where are we going? Is Mama ok? Are we in danger?”
Mordecai didn’t answer any of them. Instead, he moved toward the front room and peeled back the curtains, looking out across our farmland as though searching for an intruder.
“Malachi, you’re just old enough now to understand. We have a job to do tonight, something that only we can do in the old woods. It’s going to be dangerous, it will be hard, and it could cost you your life…but it must be done,” he told me.
“Uncle, you’re frightening me…what must we do?” I asked.
“I can’t bother explaining it…hell’s bells, I wish your pa was here. He never wanted you to get involved, but…here we are.”
Mom was up now as well, looking exhausted and petrified. Apparently, she was also aware of this strange hunt Mordecai was about to take me on, and she kissed my forehead. “Make it home safe, Mal,” she said worriedly.
“I don’t want to go anywhere until I know for sure what’s going on!” I told them both.
Uncle Mordecai looked frustrated as if wanting to slap me across the face. But as he cocked his rifle and checked his ammunition, he provided the best explanation he could.
“Midnight brings a monster to these woods, and it’s our duty to hunt and kill it before sunrise. If we fail…if our family ever fails…the whole world could be at great risk,” he said.
We were out the door and into the dark countryside. Not a rabbit stirred on the prairie as we crossed toward the woods.
“Shouldn’t we use the truck?” I asked. I wasn’t sure whether to even bother inquiring about what he had just told me, but if time was limited, I figured it would be necessary to move as quickly as possible.
“There’s a spell across the land. Maybe you didn’t notice when you woke, but none of the electronics on the farm were working. This is what happens when the monster approaches. Now it’s almost midnight, and we need to hurry to the hunting blind,” he insisted.
Mordecai was probably twice my age but moved like a nimble elk across the thick brush and into the woods. I was struggling to keep up, my mind racing as I tried to imagine whatever it was we sought out. But for Uncle, it was as if he had done this all before many times.
His words echoed in my head about how he missed my father, and as we hunched down in the next ditch, I felt compelled to ask a burning question.
“Did Dad die out here because of this thing?” I asked.
Mordecai only nodded, perhaps too ashamed or scared to even relive the experience to me.
“That was only a few years back, and we nearly lost everything. It’s not a mistake we can afford again,” he said as we started to walk again.
Mordecai shouted that I needed to keep up, and I was certainly trying my best, but it wasn’t easy. The old woods were thicker here, difficult to traverse. I could hardly make heads or tails of where we were or what was happening.
Then he held his hand up as we reached a clearing and surveyed the other side of the woods. It seemed like everything was darker here, not a sound was heard, and it felt like everything was suddenly frozen as he watched the surrounding area.
I heard something move soft and slow through the clearing. It made the ground tremble. The forest was trying to move aside for whatever this tremendous beast was.
I saw a long tall shadow slide across the grass, making up a bulbous form on the opposite side of the clearing. It was as large as an elephant, perhaps four of them.
I looked toward the heavens, trying to get a good look at its face. Then as I gazed toward the stars, I realized two of the bright orbs were, in fact, glowing eyes.
“Do not move,” Mordecai warned as the creature slowly moved to the west. It hadn’t seen us yet. And it was crushing trees as if they were toothpicks.
“How the hell are we supposed to kill that thing?” I asked. It was unimaginable how immense it was, but it was thin and lanky and moved almost like a slinky might, its body disjointed and broken as if it struggled to walk. At least it couldn’t chase after us, I thought to myself as Mordecai pulled me into the grass.
“Keep low and don’t make any more noise unless absolutely necessary,” he told me as we moved to the backside of the creature. I kept my eyes on it at all times, mesmerized by how powerful it was.
As I looked closer at the beast, I realized it was holding something with its right palm, a long thin rod that edged into a massive curve at the end. A weapon of some kind, I realized as Mordecai gave me instructions.
“The creature is blind, so distract it with as much light as possible while I move around toward its backside some more. I will whistle, and that will be a signal to you. You should immediately turn your light off and run toward me at that point. Do you understand?” he whispered.
“That weapon could cut us in two!” I shouted back, the mighty beast stopping dead in its marching. It had heard me.
“Blast it all, Mal! Move this way!” my uncle snarled as he pulled me up from the ground. There was a stream only twenty yards or so away as I heard the creature make a moaning noise. It was swinging its immense blade toward us, slamming the sickle into the ground and tearing up the earth as we ran.
“Get in now! Then turn on your light!” he ordered as we slid into the ditch.
I obeyed, too terrified to question any further as I shone the flashlight into the beast’s eyes.
What I saw was the malnourished giant face of a man with a long scraggly white beard.
Every inch of his face showed signs of decay or death, boils and scars covering his grotesque form as he opened his broken jaw and screamed due to the light. His teeth were jagged, misshapen and ruined, bent out of shape from eating God knows what. And his entire body looked like it had been pressed through a cheese grater. Not a sliver of his skin looked healed or young.
“Keep the light on its eyes!” Mordecai ordered as he rushed toward the other side, narrowly avoiding another hit from the scythe.
I was trembling, at a loss for being able to do anything except to keep the light moving as the man reached a long bony hand toward me, grasping into the creek and trying to squeeze the life out of me.
“Uncle, you must hurry!” I shrieked as I felt the giant’s gnarled nails dig into my skin, and he began to lift me into the air.
“Hold steady, my boy! I’ve got a good shot!” Mordecai shouted back as I felt the aged titan’s ragged breath waft over my entire body. It made me want to vomit. A boiling mixture of poison and fumes pushed its way out of his gullet as the monster prepared to drop me straight down his throat.
Then a gunshot runs through the air. Then another. Blood splattered across my face as I saw that Mordecai had struck him right in the back of the head.
The giant moaned and dropped me instantly, my body pathetically flailing to the ground as I fell like a doll. I hit the ground and barely had time to recover as I saw the decrepit old titan begin to fumble and collapse. If I didn’t get to hiding, it would crush me as it died.
I managed to jump back to the creek, my body aching and exhausted as I felt the massive creature let out a final groan, its colossal form destroying the entire clearing as I saw Mordecai move toward its stomach. As if searching for something.
“We ain’t done yet, boy,” he said, waving me over to him. Cautiously I walked past the trembling muscles of the giant as its heart slowed down and saw Mordecai cutting into the belly of the beast.
“We’ve almost run out of time. There’s one final part of this ritual we must safeguard,” he said as he cut away at the muscle as if it were mere paper.
Then he paused at a wall of jelly-like material that looked like an egg sack of some kind.
“I’ll need your help here Malachi, this won’t be easy, but we need to rip this womb apart, do you hear me?” He asked.
More questions buzzed as I stood by his side, using my hunting knife to cut and push the writhing gel aside, revealing that something was making its way out of the old giant.
“That’s it! That’s it! Move back, boy!” my uncle warned. But I was too transfixed by what was happening. I was witness to the birth of a new species.
First, a hand pushed out, gripping the belly like a cave wall. Then another on the opposite side, stretching the hole we had dug from its carcass wider.
I saw at least four arms and six legs, perhaps more, all human in appearance as the strange “skin arachnid” crawled out of its host, wailing like a newborn infant.
It had only a single sharp tooth that it used to eat away at the umbilical cord that kept it tethered to the giant. Then it began to slither toward me, its eyes viewing me as nothing more than food.
I felt Mordecai pull me away just as the baby monster leaped toward me, barely missing my face by mere inches with its claws.
Then it retreated into the forest, hungry and angry, the sounds drowning out my fragile mental state as my uncle led me back to the house.
Dawn broke a few hours later, and I went to find the giant’s corpse, hoping to make sense of the whole ordeal. But not even the bones remained.
“It was gone the moment we stepped away from these old woods. And trying to piece together evidence would do you little good, my boy. I tried taking a picture of the thing once, and it broke my camera to pieces. It’s not meant to be seen by humans, that’s for sure,” Mordecai explained.
“But we saw it. We killed it…you must tell me why,” I stammered as I searched the ground that had once been covered in blood. Not a drop remained. As if the infant creature had returned and licked up every bit of it for nourishment.
“Your father told me that it was necessary to protect the next year…make sure we have another one, that is. It’s an endless cycle that must be repeated or else…God knows what might happen. We kill the old and give birth to the new. And then we go about our lives another year, thankful for what we have been given,” Mordecai explained.
We hunted the beast together for a few years after that, until 2019, when Uncle died during the event. It was like watching my father be buried all over again.
I was more brutal that year to the giant, angry that I was cursed to hunt it for the rest of my days, and I nearly lost my own life. Now it’s just Mom and me, and I worry about what will happen this year if I fail to succeed.
I’ve written to my family, asking they come down for a New Year celebration, hoping to get more hands for the hunt. I know I can’t tell them the truth of what they will face, so I am leaving this confession here for any to hear.
Maybe it will make a difference. Perhaps it will ensure we have a good hunt and a good year. All I know is that I wish I never knew this curse, and I don’t think I can ever have a happy new year again.
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There once was a time when I thought I could just pick any white color paint and it would be fine, but then I learned an unexpected lesson when choosing a white paint.
My first experience happened when we decided to take a chance and paint our kitchen cabinets in our very first house we purchased in South Carolina.
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I also didn’t sample much of anything I literally picked the most popular color at the time which happened to be Benjamin Moore’s White Dove.
I loved White Dove so much I decided to paint my whole first office in this paint.
But y’all I got really really lucky that time because the color was perfect and is still pretty popular to this day.
These are the things I learned when picking a white paint color
1) Ask around for suggestions, but with caution.
Of course my first stop to any DIY project is Pinterest, but lately my local mom swap site someone posed this very question, “What is everyone’s favorite white paint”.
WHEW there were a bunch of answers and to be honest it can be a little overwhelming.
A quick little “ask Google” and it turns out there are over 150,000 different shades of white paint to pick from.
2) It will depend on what color of white paint you’re looking for.
Just like most colors come in lighter and darker colors, white paint sort of does too, but it’s something just a little different.
With white paint, it’s mostly about the undertones and the color it pulls, think about your overhead lighting.
A brighter white paint has more blue undertones, where a warmer white has more yellow undertones and there are thousands of variations in between.
The next house we bought again I wanted to paint the cabinets, but wanted something instead of using White Dove which pulls more yellow.
Not only did I repaint, but I also refaced my kitchen cabinets and opted for Whisper White from BEHR and was a cooler white paint shade than White Dove.
The Whisper White definitely brightened up the space without being too overpowering of white, but close to a true white.
I chose to use BEHR Whisper White again in my mudroom refresh project too.
3) Buy a few samples of white paint and try it out
Even though I have gotten super lucky in the past, now that it’s time to paint my daughter Kelsey’s room, I wanted to pick a white paint color that she liked.
The best painting tip that I have for you is to keep your sample small, around 4-5 samples of paint.
Get the color, no matter the brand, mixed in the paint that you like.
For example, I love BEHR Marquee paint, so I had all my paint samples mixed in BEHR’s sample paints in the sheen that I wanted to get a true picture of the end result.
And my best paint tip of all, clear contact paper.
Roll out the clear contact paper, paint on your samples (don’t forget to label them), let it dry and now you can move it around your space trying it on different walls without actually damaging your walls.
Once you narrow it down you can paint larger swatches of the sample paint on more clear contact paper to get an even better idea of what the color will look like in your space.
As for the color we settled on for my daughter’s room, she fell in love with BEHR’s Winter White, which is definitely a more vibrant white than I have used in the past.
4. Have fun
Paint is and always will be my most favorite DIY tool because it can definitely refresh and transform a space without costing a ton of money.
Worst case scenario, you have to paint over it, which is way easier than rebuilding any day in my opinion.
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Whether you are driving to work or driving a powered industrial truck at work, safety belt use is important each and every time you get behind the wheel.
Why Safety Belts?
To understand the value of safety belt use, it’s important to understand some of the dynamics of a crash. Every motor vehicle crash is actually comprised of three collisions.
The Car’s Collision
The first collision is known as the car’s collision, which causes the car to buckle and bend as it hits something and comes to an abrupt stop. This occurs in approximately one-tenth of a second. The crushing of the front end absorbs some of the force of the crash and cushions the rest of the car. As a result, the passenger compartment comes to a more gradual stop than the front of the car.
The Human Collision
The second collision occurs as the car’s occupants hit some part of the vehicle. At the moment of impact, unbelted occupants are still traveling at the vehicle’s original speed. Just after the vehicle comes to a complete stop, these unbelted occupants will slam into the steering wheel, the windshield, or some other part of the vehicle interior. This is the human collision.
Another form of human collision is the person-to-person impact. Many serious injuries are caused by unbelted occupants colliding with each other. In a crash, occupants tend to move toward the point of impact, not away from it. People in the front seat are often struck by unbelted rear-seat passengers who have become high-speed projectiles.
The Internal Collision
Even after the occupant’s body comes to a complete stop, the internal organs are still moving forward. Suddenly, these organs hit other organs or the skeletal system. This third collision is the internal collision and often causes serious or fatal injuries.
So, Why Safety Belts? During a crash, properly fastened safety belts distribute the forces of rapid deceleration over larger and stronger parts of the person’s body, such as the chest, hips and shoulders. The safety belt stretches slightly to slow your body down and to increase its stopping distance.
The difference between the belted person’s stopping distance and the unbelted person’s stopping distance is significant. It’s often the difference between life and death.
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The newly expanded Sitka Sound cruise terminal welcomed its first 7 sailings last week, commencing what is expected to be a record-breaking year in cruise ship travel.
On Monday, May 9, the terminal sustained damage to its inside berth after an RCI-Royal Caribbean cruise ship struck an outer mooring dolphin (an off-shore steel structure that large vessels can tie up to).
According to the owner and terminal manager Chris McGraw, the 2100-passenger Radiance of the Seas ship had hit the dolphin, damaging all 4 pilings while backing into her berth Monday morning. The damage to the inside berth means that the dock can no longer safely accommodate 2 ships, cutting the dock’s capacity by 50%.
McGraw added they were currently working to notify incoming cruise companies.
The damage will affect future dates where 2 cruise ships were scheduled.
A contractor from Anchorage-based construction company Turnagain Marine will start repairing the damaged dolphin over the weekend. The timeline for the repairs is unclear, but it could be anywhere from weeks to months before the cruise berth is functional again.
In the meantime tendering passengers directly into town is a possibility.
Despite damaging the berth, the Royal Caribbean ship was left unscathed. McGraw said they successfully had ~4000 passengers move through the facility on Monday, and Radiance OTS was able to moor/leave safely.
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Two credit unions form new partnerships with CU Realty Services to provide solutions to their home-buying members
Credit Union West and Vantage Credit Union use HomeAdvantage to attract, identify and engage more potential home buyers
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (December 13, 2018) — More and more CUs are are seizing the opportunity to boost their purchase mortgage business by implementing HomeAdvantage®, a turnkey real estate marketing platform from CU Realty Services—the largest real estate CUSO in the U.S. These two CUs, Credit Union West (Glendale, Arizona) and Vantage Credit Union (Bridgeton, Missouri), sought a solution that would enable them to make homeownership more affordable while keeping the credit unions’ mortgage programs front-of-mind.
The HomeAdvantage program delivers a lead generation and nurturing system that helps CUs attract and engage more home-buying members and close more loans. The program offers members the online tools and support they need to both buy and sell their homes, including property listings, recent sales, property valuations and a network of reputable real estate agents. When members interact with those tools and the HomeAdvantage website, they become leads for the credit union. CUs that use HomeAdvantage often report increases in purchase mortgage volumes by 40% and pull-through rates by 80 percent or higher.
Members who buy or sell a home using a certified agent in the program qualify to earn HomeAdvantage Cash Rewards at closing. This cash-back benefit is equal to 20 percent of the agent’s commission. Reducing or eliminating out-of-pocket expenses could allow members to move into their dream home sooner.
“Credit unions that use HomeAdvantage see a variety of member and business benefits,” said Mike Corn, president and CEO of CU Realty Services. “For members, HomeAdvantage makes the home-buying process easy and our Cash Rewards make homeownership more affordable. For credit unions, HomeAdvantage provides a technology platform from which they can reach and engage more potential home buyers, as well as stay front-of-mind so that they can close more purchase loans. It’s truly a win-win relationship!”
HomeAdvantage provides real estate services that help lenders build their purchase mortgage business while saving borrowers money in the form of HomeAdvantage Cash Rewards when they close on a home. The company’s end-to-end real estate program is currently used by more than 100 credit unions and lending partners across the country. Borrowers can use the program to search for homes, research neighborhoods and property values, connect with one of over 1,300 real estate agents in the 48-state network and save money when they close on a home. Visit www.homeadvantage.com to learn more.
About Credit Union West
The Credit Union West tradition had the honor of beginning in 1951 as Luke Federal Credit Union. Originally located on Luke Air Force Base, our mission was to enhance the lives of military members and their families through being a trusted provider of financial services. Today, we embrace the same commitment to the military and now have expanded to include all who live, work or worship in Maricopa and Yavapai counties. We are proud to serve and as a not-for-profit credit union, our members are our highest priority – not profits. In fact, any money that remains after expenses are paid, is given back to our members and community. We strive to provide financial products and services that will help each person in our community grow their financial stability and success. www.cuwest.org
About Vantage Credit Union
Vantage Credit Union was founded by members of the St. Louis Suburban Teacher’s Association in 1957 as the Suburban Teachers Credit Union. Over the years our credit union has experienced growth, expanded to serve people outside the teaching profession and outside the metropolitan region, and merged with several smaller credit unions. In 2002, the name changed to Vantage Credit Union to reflect our more diverse membership. While our roots still run deep within the educational community, we now serve nearly 90,000 members with more diverse backgrounds and occupations with a full menu of financial services. www.vcu.com | <urn:uuid:56eda369-55cb-4186-a3ac-a4407cbd0ca8> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.cuinsight.com/press-release/two-credit-unions-form-new-partnerships-with-cu-realty-services-to-provide-solutions-to-their-home-buying-members/ | 2024-04-13T22:46:22Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.9549 | 871 |
ALLEGANY MAGAZINE ONLINE EXCLUSIVE
REVIEW: Cumberland Theatre's Streetcar Named Desire
BY SHANE RIGGS Managing Editor, Allegany Magazine
There is a reason the works of Tennessee Williams continue to be produced more than 70 years after most of them were first written. That reason can no more be felt than the latest production of his work currently running at the Cumberland Theatre and Performing Arts Center.
For those unfamiliar with one of the masterpieces of 21st century playwrighting, Streetcar Named Desire begins as the character of Blanche DuBois – a fading Southern Belle and disgraced high school teacher – arrives morally and financially bankrupt on the dirty New Orleans doorstep of her sister, Stella and Stella’s “brutish” husband, Stanley Kowalski.
This gritty American tragedy can be hard to maneuver for even the most experienced of actors but the cast of this Cumberland Theatre production presents an interpretation that does not shy away from being daring, from being shocking, from being every moment on stage what the playwright must have intended when he penned it in 1947.
Other companies have chosen to portray Blanche as the victim – a bystander to a set of circumstances thrust mercilessly upon her. Under the direction of Darrell Rushton with superb acting by Kimberli Rowley, this Blanche DuBois is not a victim but “playing one.” This Blanche is well aware of her machinations and takes full responsibility for them – owning up to her fate almost boldly and daringly. This approach creates an even battle and playing field between Blanche and her toxic rival, the ever brutish and often half naked Stanley.
“A woman’s charm is fifty percent allusion,” she says.
Surrounding herself with fictional glamour and attempting to fashion a sow’s ear into a silk purse has served Blanche well for most of her life. It has been her coping mechanism through a series of tragedies – including the suicide of her husband who kept a secret of his own. And her nemesis Stanley is the only one bold enough to call her out on her act.
Stanley sees Blanche as a threat – to his marriage, his family, even to the neighborhood and he wages a personal investigation to rid his home of his manipulative sister-in-law, ultimately doing the one physically heinous thing to Blanche that she could never do to him.
Stanley is portrayed here as wicked, possessive, controlling, distant and perpetually sultry by John Barker, making his Cumberland Theatre debut with a major iconic role. Blanche compares Stanley to an ape in one scene and to an animal in another. And ultimately, he proves her right. Barker and Rowley make amazing sparring partners who as actors must trust one another in order to make the simmering pot of chemistry between them come to an uncomfortable and shocking boil.
Although Blanche pretends to need the “kindness of strangers,” she is quite bold and strong and fearless, living life on her own terms even if those terms mean a soiled reputation. She is doing what she must to survive, including keeping company with men who catch her eye. One such man is Mitch (played astutely and charmingly here by Trey Wolfe). Blanche even attempts to seduce Mitch by speaking French – knowing full well he does not understand her but would be impressed with her anyway.
Allyson Boate is Stella – the sister who left home to follow her passion – that passion
being Stanley. Stella’s readiness to believe her husband in the final scene of this production and be able to commit her sibling to a hospital speaks more to Stella as the delusional character living a life of denial than to Blanche.
All of Tennessee Williams’ most famous characters in nearly all of his canon of work walk a tight rope of “hide your crazy” and actual mental instability. And in Streetcar Named Desire those characters don’t just walk that rope – they tap dance on a high wire – 50 feet above the ring with no net.
Williams himself called this play “a ravishment of the tender, the sensitive, the delicate, by the savage and brutal forces of modern society.”
This brave, unapologetic, very adult and full throttle version of Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece is a passionate portrayal of what it means to be an outsider, to want to recreate one’s image and start over, to sometimes seek a life of anonymity and obscurity, to dream of finding unconditional true love but to settle for admiration, and to find a place in a society in which many feel desperately obsessed to belong.
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Our guest-poster today is Venita Dada of Funkolution, and I’ll let her introduce herself….
“I’m a Dutch way-too-busy-but-but-can’t-sit-still mum to 2, wife of 1, director of Funkolution Ltd and founder of I am MUM & so much more, living in the UK. I love my children, husband and life, along with all the unexpected surprises (at least when the surprises are pleasant). I strongly believe that the uniqueness of any person or business is his/her or its strongest quality. I will admit to getting a bit crazy when I thinks control is beyond reach”.
Today I spoke to one of my friends in Holland. She falls in the category of the first time mum, who wants to get everything right the first time. She has a collection of books about motherhood that would make the local library jealous. She went on about how tired she is, and wondered if that was normal, how she is debating to give up breastfeeding and just generally worrying if she did OK at being mum.
She has made a selection of organic foods to serve to her little girl and is adamant to stick to her “routine” every day with milli second precision, all in an attempt to be the best MUM ever to her little girl.
She wonders constantly what she needs in order to do the right thing for her child, without realising that the past six months have flown by and she mostly has been busy just worrying about the things any new mum would worry about.
Being a mum of two I’ve learned (sometimes the hard way) that motherhood is a journey of trial and error, and that no book can prepare you for how your life will be as the mum of your own child or children.
Not getting everything right the first time around is OK.
As long as you don’t make life-threatening mistakes it really is OK. Actually it is the only way to learn to be mum to your own children. Somebody once told me that the only way to be the best mum to your children is to be a happy and relaxed mother.
So I shared this wisdom with her, and although I believed every word I heard myself say to her, in reality I often find myself wondering if the choices I am making for my children are the right ones. To be quite honest, I am stressed on a regular basis and critical towards my own mothering skills. But then, who will judge if I am the best mum for my own?When I really think about it the only answer is: my children, when they are all grown up. And then maybe only at that time with children of their own. Then they will be the only people in this world who can actually judge my parenting skills and hopefully allow me to pass the grand exam of mumhood!
Mumhood is scary and all mums set high expectations for themselves. Often going through the daily motions of life, we forget how important it is to enjoy being mum. To forget about what we expect from the mum in ourselves, just for a bit, and look back on our own childhoods, and remember how we loved our mums cuddling us or playing with us, just having fun with us.
My baby girl turned two last week and I look at her with happiness for the gorgeous girl she is, but I must admit that those baby years flew by, and that makes me feel a bit sad at the same time.
I made the commitment to myself to enjoy more and worry less (at least as little as possible being the control freak I am), because 30 years from now I want to look at my children and know that – although they will have flown past and I did my share of worrying – I enjoyed my children, shared lots of special moments and created loads of nice memories for us to look back on.
So to all mums, especially the new mums, I would like to say, worry less (I know this is easier said than done), have more fun and only let your children be the judge of you as mum.
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Where to host printables? (and General advice for printables?)
I'm currently hosting printables for my blog on flickr, but this doesn't produce very good quality prints. Are there any free sites that you guys have had luck hosting printables on?
You might be able to upload them to Google Docs. I've been wondering the same, though. Right now, all the printables I have, I keep to a couple of Facebook groups, as the file system there keeps PDFs clean.
Your best bet might be to start your own small website, something basic and affordable.
Thanks for your help Monika! Do you know if PDFs are the best file type for printables? I know a lot of other blogs use PDFs but personally I find them a bit annoying to work with. :/
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CWO Koon is extremely passionate about the Coast Guard and the Chief Warrant Officer Corps. He is particularly focused on the unified efforts of the CWOA towards a larger purpose to encourage mutual interest and efficiency among Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers through closer association and greater activity in social and Service matters, thereby engendering an Esprit de Corps. He also views this purpose as a mechanism to support and cooperate with Coast Guard activities through giving back to the community and strengthening veteran affairs. As a unified front from the furthest individual unit to the highest national level, he believes that local Chapter efforts should echo the initiatives of the CWOA as a whole. CWO Koon is no stranger to building both internal and external relationships and sponsorships with the CWOA. He has personally established strong working relationships with other service organizations such as Paws for Purple Hearts and the Chris Kyle Patriot Hospital (Anchorage, AK), and instituted a local sponsorship with Blue Cross/ Blue Shield (Northwest Region). He brings, passion, energy, experience, and a robust commitment to reinvigorating the traditional core purpose and meaning of the CWOA and will give nothing short of his best if chosen. CWO Koon’s first tour of duty was on the USS FORD with the Navy. His Coast Guard assignments include CGC ALERT, National Motor Lifeboat School, CGC POLAR STAR, STA Bellingham, Port Security Unit 313, Boat Forces Standardization Team, Boatswain’s Mate “A” School,and Commanding Officer of STA Port O’Connor, TX. |
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In Feb this year, there were rumors that Apple is all set to acquire a business unit of Intel to strengthen its stand on 5G network transformations around the world. And as speculated, Apple Inc made an official announcement early today which states that it has acquired Intel’s Smartphone Modem business for $1 billion.
If history is taken into account, Apple and Intel’s latest deal can be termed as a most high profile deal in recent times i.e in the past months.
Apple has also included in its statement that approximately 2,200 of Intel employees will be joining Apple’s business along with the customers, leases and intellectual property along with wholesome equipment produced till date.
What Apple deal of Intel means to the iPhone users and the world?
1. Well, its crystal clear that Apple is all set to hold wireless technology patents of over 17,000 from Intel which includes official rights related to cellular standards, modem operations & architecture.
2. Intel has cleared the air that it still holds modem development rights for non-smartphone applications such as PCs, IoT devices and autonomous vehicles.
3. Apple will launch its first 5G phone in 2020 with Intel architecture embedded in it.
4. Apple will be using Intel’s technology to induce special features into its iconic A12 Bionic processor.
5. Apple will design its processors for iPhones and iPads and will induct Intel’s modem architecture into its System-on-a-Chip(SoC) architecture.
6. Apple will offer iPhones and iPads with unique features which will help the device maker take an edge over Android smart phones in business.
7. As Apple will make its modems, it will have more control over its products.
8. Apple’s reliance on Qualcomm will reduce as its newly acquired technology from Intel will lead the pack.
9. As Apple has indirectly declared that it is going to enter 5G mobile business in near future, its competitors like Huawei might find it hard in capturing the market of west.
10. Apple is working on its modems since 2017. But those devices will reportedly be ready only by 2025. Till then Intel’s business acquisition will prove fruitful.
Note 1- A modem is a device that converts data into a format suitable to be transmitted via a medium so that two devices can communicate with each other. Means a modem modulates one or more carrier wave signals to encode digital info for transmission and demodulates signals to decode the transmitted data.
Note 2- A router is a hardware device which sits between your internet connection and your private network and helps your devices like smartphones, laptops and other IoT communicate with each other. | <urn:uuid:6c4b99e4-5861-4462-a6f6-09fe91737408> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.cybersecurity-insiders.com/apple-acquires-intel-smartphone-modem-business-for-5g/ | 2024-04-13T23:03:51Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.9548 | 550 |
Robotic machinery that is being used in industries to assemble airplanes and smart phones are vulnerable to cyber attacks say security experts from Trend Micro Inc. And the researchers argue that most of such machinery is susceptible to hacking activities like data steal and remotely altering the movement of robots.
Trend Micro’s report titled “Robot Automation” says that industrial environments having robotic machinery are exposed to serious consequences like machinery failure, physical damage to operators and sometimes injuries and life loss to them.
Technically, robots run with the help of systems driven by operating systems and some vulnerability in them could make cyber criminals to induce malicious codes into them and program them remotely to run as per their likes.
For instance, they found App based software produced by ABB LTD from Switzerland to be exhibiting certain flaws that when explored by hackers could bring operational troubles to industrial firms- especially those related to automobile sector. Security researchers say that the flaw had the tendency to exfiltrate data from robotic controller that includes sensitive information.
Citing other instance, researchers from Trend Micro have also found vulnerabilities in one of the most popular open source operating system software called Robot Operating System Industrial- ROS-I- larger adopted by companies like Kuka AG and ABB- companies that supply robots to assemble cars and their parts.
In February this year, ABB addressed the vulnerabilities in the app software on a wholesome note. And the ROS Consortium addressed the flaws of ROS-I in association with US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, aka CISA in June this year.
A set of this report will be divulged at the Black Hat forum to be held on Wednesday this week on a virtual note, and more precise details over it can be availed later. | <urn:uuid:28379881-f953-44a7-8f4f-bbe7f8c7ff9c> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.cybersecurity-insiders.com/robots-in-industries-are-vulnerable-to-cyber-attacks/ | 2024-04-13T21:59:28Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.953492 | 351 |
This post was originally published here by casey pechan.
While many companies have begun implementing DevOps into at least one, if not several departments, different approaches to DevOps have complicated the industry and have made many practitioners wonder if security will ever be able to keep up.
In his webinar hosted by the SANS Institute, CloudPassage enterprise sales engineer Jenks Gibbons answers this question and dives into real, applicable use cases for DevSecOps. After all, at the end of the day every company is an IT company: Without a strong infrastructure, companies would crumble and customers would lose trust as compliance came into question. Jenks acknowledges this truth and further breaks down:
- What DevOps is and what difficulties have come along with it
- How you can securely solve problems within the DevOps cycle
- A case study of what good security looks like within DevOps
- A practical demo of how and where CloudPassage Halo can fit into your workloads
There’s a common problem where DevOps rapidly delivers features, but without the right tools, the changes are too fast for security to be able to keep up properly. So what happens when dev teams are ready to implement several changes a day, but an SLA scan still takes a week? Dev teams are left shackled.
However when security is done right SLA scans can be implemented at the speed of business and take only a matter of minutes (as opposed to days or weeks). Companies can then simultaneously move quickly and retain their compliance, and security becomes an essential asset to the DevOps cycle without being a blocker.
But achieving this harmony does take finesse: Silos need to be eliminated, Dev and Ops teams need to coordinate quickly, and security must to be implemented from the start to monitor code throughout the full DevOps cycle.
So the question then becomes: Does security really slow down DevOps? The honest answer is yes, but it doesn’t have to.
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I do not want to bug my spouse, so I want to keep track if I contacted him at all today and how much.
Answer with a number between 1 and 10 (where 1 no contact 10 I bugged my spouse) whole numbers only (words optional).
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'I just switch to unlimited data.'
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The Office of Cybersecurity cited 'a number of security risks.'
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'It should be illegal for a company to look at what you do in your personal time.'
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Peiter 'Mudge' Zatko says Twitter was 'unwilling to put the effort in' to find spies.
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The company said terminating Kiwi Farms would set the wrong precedent.
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‘If you’re seeing this, please delete your Etsy account’: Etsy seller criticizes site’s security
'Etsy continues to give my account back to a known hacker, putting me at risk, my identity, my customers.'
On Aug 26, 2022 by Braden Bjella
Cybersecurity experts are standing up for the Twitter whistleblower
Peiter 'Mudge' Zatko has been a legendary figure in the hacking world for decades.
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Colombian voters appeared to have shocked their government by blasting away its hopes for a historic peace deal with communist FARC rebels Sunday, near-complete referendum results showed.
Reversing the trend of earlier opinion polls, voters appeared to have narrowly defied the government's pleas to ratify its plan to put 52 years of bloody conflict behind them within months.
They voted 50.23 percent to 49.76 percent against the accord, with 99.6 percent of the votes counted, according to official results published online by electoral authorities.
Supporters of the accord had expected it to effectively end what is seen as the last major armed conflict in the Western hemisphere.
The war has killed hundreds of thousands of people and displaced millions.
But Sunday evening's results pointed to a crashing defeat for President Juan Manuel Santos and the accord that he signed on September 26 with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).
Santos's government had said it had no Plan B if voters rejected the accord, which stipulated that the agreement must be ratified by Colombians in a referendum in order to come into force.
Opinion surveys by pollsters Datexco and Ipsos Napoleon Franco, published on September 26, indicated the 'Yes" vote would win by a margin of around 20 percent.
Opponents of the deal, drawn up at peace talks in Havana, Cuba, resented the concessions made to the FARC, which has carried out killings, kidnappings and extortion.
"Peace is exciting, but the Havana accords are disappointing," said the leader of the 'No' campaign, former president Alvaro Uribe.
Sunday's result threw the country's future into uncertainty.
"Colombia is betting everything on this plebiscite, socially, economically and politically," said Jorge Restrepo, director of conflict analysis center CERAC, ahead of the results.
Santos insisted as he voted on Sunday that "peace is the way for our children and grandchildren to have a better country. We Colombians must all play a role in this historic change."
Many voters said they were sick of war, but others said the accord was a reward to a group they see as terrorists.
"It is absurd to reward those criminals, drug-traffickers and killers who have made the country a disaster for the past 50 years," said Jose Gomez, a retiree of 70, who voted 'No.'
"If you reward crime, what moral authority do you have to tell a thief not to steal your mobile phone?"
The opinion polls had forecast a 'No' vote of only about 35 percent.
Both President Juan Manuel Santos and leaders of the FARC, having come this far after four years of grueling negotiations, vowed to push ahead, giving no hint they want to resume a war that has already killed 220,000 people and displaced 8 million.
"I won't give up. I'll continue search for peace until the last moment of my mandate," Santos said in a televised address appealing for calm.
But it's not clear how the already unpopular Santos can save the deal given the stunning political defeat he suffered. For now, he has ordered his negotiators to return to Cuba on Monday to confer with FARC's top leaders, who watched the results come in with disbelief after earlier ordering drinks and cigars at Club Havana, once Cuba's most exclusive beach club.
The deal signed on October 26 by Santos and FARC leader Rodrigo Londono, known as "Timochenko," called for the 5,765 FARC rebels to disarm in six months and convert into a political group with seats in Colombia's Congress.
The accord covered justice and compensation and an end to the cocaine production that has fueled the conflict.
It offered an amnesty for some FARC members but not for the worst crimes such as massacres, torture and rape.
The FARC promised in a statement on Saturday that it would provide "material compensation for victims."
They have apologized to their victims and held emotional face-to-face reconciliations over recent days.
The accord was meant to virtually end the conflict, even though the government has so far failed to start peace talks with a smaller leftist rebel group, the National Liberation Army (ELN), which it accuses of holding hostages.
The FARC launched its guerrilla war on the government in 1964, after a peasant uprising that was crushed by the army.
The ideological and territorial conflict drew in several leftist rebel groups, right-wing paramilitaries and drug gangs.
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Imagine opening your door to a home that sparkles from corner to corner, where every nook and cranny shines and invites you in. That’s the magic of a deep clean. It’s not your everyday tidy-up; it’s a complete refresh that makes your space feel brand new.
Think of it as a mega makeover for your home, tackling spots you usually glance over during your regular cleaning routine. Ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of transforming your living space into the cleanest, freshest version of itself?
Let’s roll up our sleeves and get started. The ultimate guide to deep cleaning your home awaits you, promising to turn the daunting into the doable and the messy into the magnificent.
Deep cleaning your home sounds like a big task, and it is, but it’s also a game-changer. It goes beyond your regular tidy-up and targets those areas that don’t always get the attention they deserve. Let’s dive into how you can transform your space into the cleanest version of itself.
Kick things off with a plan
First things first, make a list. Breaking down the task room by room will make the whole thing seem less overwhelming. For each room, note what needs doing — think about those spots that don’t get regular love. Baseboards, ceiling fans, behind the fridge? They’re all on notice.
Next up, set some goals and timelines. This doesn’t mean you need to clean your whole house in one day. Nope, that’s a fast track to Stressville. Instead, spread it out. Maybe tackle the living room on Monday, the kitchen on Wednesday, and the bathroom on Friday.
Giving each room its own day makes the task feel way more manageable. Plus, it lets you dig into those cleaning sessions without feeling rushed. This way, you can give each room the thorough clean it deserves and still have time to kick back and relax.
Gather your gear
Before you start, make sure you have all the tools and cleaning products you’ll need. This includes the basics like gloves, sponges, and cleaning solutions, but also consider specialized tools like a steam cleaner for carpets or a squeegee for windows. Having everything at hand means you won’t have to stop mid-clean to run to the store.
Also, consider grabbing extra bags or boxes to sort out things you no longer need. As you move through each room, you’ll find items that no longer belong there. Whether it’s clothes that don’t fit, old magazines, or toys that no one plays with, now’s the perfect time to decide what stays and what goes.
This step clears physical space and helps clear your mind, making the cleaning process even more satisfying.
Tackle one room at a time
Now, it’s time to start cleaning. Begin in one room, and don’t move on until you’ve finished. This approach keeps you focused and prevents the task from feeling too big. Start at the top (ceiling fans, shelves) in each room and work your way down to the floor.
This way, any dust or dirt you knock down gets picked up later in your cleaning.
Embrace the chance to reorganize and declutter. Shifting furniture around not only uncovers hidden dust bunnies but can also refresh the look and feel of your space. Take this opportunity to evaluate what furniture works best, maybe finding a new home for that chair or lamp.
This process doesn’t simply clean your home; it revitalizes it, making each room more functional and pleasing to the eye. You’ll be amazed at how much difference a little rearranging can make.
Pay attention to the details
The difference between a standard clean and a deep clean is in the details. Wipe down walls, clean out vents, wash windows inside and out, and move furniture to vacuum or mop underneath. These are the tasks that breathe new life into a room.
Don’t overlook the smaller, often-forgotten elements that contribute to a room’s overall feel and cleanliness. Door knobs, light switches, cabinet handles, and appliance buttons — these high-touch areas accumulate germs and grime but are easy to miss during regular cleaning routines.
Giving them a thorough wipe-down can significantly reduce the spread of germs, especially during flu season. Plus, polishing up the metal fixtures and hardware in your home, like faucet handles and drawer pulls, can add an extra sparkle to your space, making everything look more polished and well-cared for.
Don’t forget the outside
Your home’s exterior needs love, too. Wipe down your front door, clean outside windows, and consider power washing siding or pathways. A clean entrance transformd how you feel about coming home.
Take a moment to tidy up your porch or entryway. Sweep away any leaves, debris, or cobwebs that might have gathered. If you have outdoor furniture, give it a good wipe-down or a wash. Adding a few plants or a new welcome mat also makes a big difference in how inviting your home feels.
These small touches not only improve your home’s curb appeal but also create a welcoming atmosphere for anyone who visits. It’s amazing how these simple actions uplift your mood whenever you walk through your door.
Make it a habit
Once you’ve deep-cleaned your home, keep it up! Schedule mini deep cleans every month to tackle one or two rooms. This approach makes the task less daunting and keeps your home in tip-top shape year-round.
Incorporate daily and weekly cleaning tasks into your routine to maintain the freshness and cleanliness of your home. Spending a few minutes each day on tasks like wiping down surfaces, managing clutter, and sweeping floors can significantly reduce the workload for your monthly deep cleans.
Create a checklist of small, manageable tasks and rotate them throughout the week to ensure everything gets attention without feeling overwhelmed. This habit keeps your home continuously clean and creates a sense of accomplishment and well-being, making your living space a true sanctuary.
Celebrate your hard work
After all your hard work, take a moment to enjoy your sparkling home. Maybe invite some friends over, or simply enjoy the peace of a clean space. You’ve earned it.
Consider rewarding yourself with a special treat or a relaxing activity. Maybe it’s a luxurious bath with your favorite bath bomb, an evening curled up with a good book, or ordering takeout from your favorite restaurant.
Celebrating the completion of your deep clean acknowledges your effort and sets a positive tone for enjoying your newly refreshed space. It’s a way to connect the dots between hard work and personal joy, making future cleaning sessions something to look forward to rather than dread.
Follow this guide, and you’ll be well on your way to a sparkling-clean home!
So there you have it, the ultimate battle plan to take your home from cluttered to crystal clear. You’ve learned how to break it down, gear up, and tackle each room with precision and care. Remember, every detail counts, from the dusty corners of your ceiling fans to the forgotten spaces behind your furniture.
It’s about giving every inch of your home the love and attention it deserves, inside and out. And once you’ve conquered the deep clean, keep that momentum going. Turn it into a routine that keeps your home looking its best all year round. Celebrate your hard work, enjoy your revitalized space, and bask in the glow of a job well done.
Your home is not merely a place to live; it’s a space to thrive. And now, it’s cleaner and more welcoming than ever. Here’s to creating a cleaner, happier home—one deep clean at a time!
As you step back and admire your work, remember this feeling of accomplishment and peace. Let it motivate you to maintain this level of cleanliness and organization. Think of your deep cleaning efforts as a one-time event and the beginning of a new chapter in your home life.
A clean home supports a clear mind, boosts your mood, and improves overall well-being. So, take pride in your efforts and the beautiful, welcoming space you’ve created. With each deep clean, you’re not only caring for your home, but you’re also nurturing your happiness and health.
Cheers to a brighter, cleaner living space where memories are made and cherished. Keep this spirit alive, and watch how it transforms your home and your life.
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Melbourne Engagement Photographer
Capturing & celebrating a unique moment in time
Whether you’re nervous about being in front of the camera or want to share your engagement with some bubbly & fun photos of the two of you then an engagement session is perfect for you!
Engagement sessions allow you to not only capture this moment in time but also have those fun photos (without the awkwardness) at your favourite spot all while getting comfortable in front of myself & the camera so that when you’re wedding day rolls around you’ll both be absolute stars with the camera and each other!
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I'll send you the paperwork to secure your spot, which will include a Q&A so I can get to know you better! I’ll also help you to plan a timeline and scout locations.
Dani is a fantastic photographer. She was very warm, and easy to work with, and it just felt like a nice afternoon with a friend. We just received her photos, and we were amazed at every single one as we looked through all of them! She takes dramatic photos that capture the emotion of the subjects and the environment, and these are the photos that you are proud to display on your wall. Thank you Dani for all the lovely captured memories!
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REVIEWED: Asphyx - 'Necroceros'
Mention the name Asphyx and you’ll earn a nod of respect from any hardened metal-head. The Dutch band, though never quite topping the bill, are generally held in high esteem for their accessible, finely crafted death that blends gulping, breathless vocals, thrash-soaked percussion and majestic riffs. Scratch the underbelly, however, and you’ll find elements of doom that add a seething darkness.
Weathered veterans of the scene since 1987, hard-working Asphyx followed the obligatory creative arc over the years from an abrasive, shredding early sound through to ear-splitting hit releases such as the legendary ‘Deathhammer’ to finally land in territories altogether more meaningful in depth and vision. Their latest studio album, released earlier this year, showcases all this hard-won skill and experience - despite a slightly bonkers, Lovecraftian premise of a space monster devouring the earth. An absorbing and savage epic, ‘Necroceros’ exists in the shadowy hinterlands between death and doom, constantly flirting with each genre and throwing in teasing hints of thrash in the way Asphyx excels at. The overall effect of this back and forth tempo switcheroo resembles the strangely fascinating, grainy footage of maggots crawling over a corpse that is constantly speeded up and then slowed down to a snail’s pace.
Notable highlights on the album include ‘The Sole Cure is Death’ which juxtaposes an overall tone of panicked intensity with moments of woeful, doom-laden heaviness, and ‘Mount Skull’, its heavy chords lapping its bleak shores like waves of coldest dread. ‘Botox Implosion’, by contrast, is a pure wall of fast-paced, almost joyous tribal noise, while ‘The Nameless Elite’ is characterised by blast beat gasps of panicked frenzy. The most intriguing track, ‘Necroceros’, is a different beast entirely, a grinding, unrelenting journey of tortured riffs into the sullied depths of primordial, sludgy doom. A thoroughly twisted treat, the latter is perhaps the finest example of the band’s continuing passage into maturity.
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Call it a major merger Monday.
Oracle (Quote, Chart) is again shaking up the enterprise software world with a $5.85 billion cash and stock deal to buy Customer Relationship Management (define) software maker Siebel Systems (Quote, Chart).
The deal, announced this morning, calls for Oracle to pay $10.66 per share for Siebel, with $3.61 billion net of Siebel’s cash on hand of $2.24 billion.
Oracle’s CEO Larry Ellison said the merger would, in a single step, make Oracle “the number one CRM applications company in the world. Siebel’s 4,000 applications customers and 3,400,000 CRM users strengthen our number one position in applications in North America and move us closer to the number one position in applications globally.”
The announcement is certain to get a closer than usual review for potential antitrust concerns, given the size of Oracle’s influence in the enterprise software market already. The companies said that, while the transaction and the timing are subject to regulatory approvals, the deal is expected to close in early 2006.
The merger news hits the industry as Siebel is moving aggressively to provide software on demand to customers, a key trend in the industry in which providers provide software similar to the older ASP (define) model. CRM providers are in the front of this software delivery model. Siebel was once seen as a holdout among providers shifting to on demand software delivery.
At the same time, Siebel is trying to stay ahead of the competition with its traditional CRM offerings. For example, in July, Forrester Research ranked Siebel first in Current Offering, Strategy, and Market Presence in the CRM market.
Four top enterprise CRM suite vendors — Amdocs, Oracle, SAP and Siebel — were evaluated across 177 criteria researched by Forrester for the report, which also included survey results among 94 executive buyers.
However, although Siebel earned the highest score in the survey, Forrester noted that Seibel faces serious competition from other players, especially market leader SAP. The report said Siebel doesn’t offer as much product or as many feature differences among the major players. That’s one reason behind Siebel’s shift in strategy, especially as on-demand CRM providers such as Salesforce.com make gains in the sector.
The combination of Siebel and Oracle will give Oracle even more ammunition to compete against its rival SAP in the enterprise software market, which helped drive its relentless pursuit of PeopleSoft.
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DBmarlin 2.7 released - with New Relic integration
We are pleased to announce version 2.7 of DBmarlin, where we have added our integration with New Relic. This allows users of both products, to see DBmarlin’s database performance data within their New Relic dashboards. We have continued to add more alerting features, so you can now see alerts in more places within the product. Finally this month we have started to roll out our SQL statistics screen to more database types, including Oracle, IBM Db2 and CockroachDB, in addition to SQL Server.
New Relic integration
New Relic started as an APM (Application Performance Management) platform and has evolved into a complete observability platform that helps teams build better software. This means you can bring in data from any digital source in the form of Metrics, Events, Logs and Traces (often referred to as MELT data).
One data source which has long been a lacking in New Relic is deep database performance. With DBmarlin we can now fill this gap. DBmarlin sends database performance data, including database time, top SQL statements and top wait events, to New Relic, so you can see when database slowdowns occur and what is causing them.
If you are already using New Relic, you can search for the DBmarlin quickstart and follow the steps there. This links to our New Relic page in the DBmarlin docs which describes the steps to enable DBmarlin to start forwarding event data to New Relic.
We are now showing Events (Alerts, Changes or Custom) in more places. On the instance overview screen you will now see 3 columns for Alerts, Changes and Custom events.
When looking at an individual instance, you now see an Events tab with just the events for that instance.
On the charts you will see markers for the different event types so you can see if they had an impact on database performance.
SQL Statistics for more database types
SQL statistics were previously only available for SQL Server and needed to be enabled under Advanced settings. Now we have moved the “Collect SQL Statistics” setting, so it is possible to enable it without having to go into Advanced mode. We have also added the collection of SQL Statistics for IBM Db2, CockroachDB and Oracle and will look to add the remaining database types in an upcoming release. The statistics will vary depending on the database technology, but in all cases will show Duration and Executions and most cases will include CPU time, Physical reads, Logical reads and Logical writes.
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The plaintiff in this case initially became disabled in 1985 as the result of a work accident when a hydraulic door fell on him and fractured his C3 vertebra. Rehabilitation efforts were unsuccessful; and Sloan began receiving long-term disability benefits in the late 1980s. After 24 months, the definition of disability changed from one in which the insured had to show an inability to perform his ”own” occupation to the claimant’s inability to perform ”any” occupation. At that point, the insurer terminated benefits, but after Sloan appealed, benefits were reinstated with the insurer acknowledging:
”You have made a strong case for Total Disability, which could translate well into a Social Security pursuit. Our definition of Total Disability after 24 months is very similar to the definition used by Social Security. Since we are admitting Mr. Sloan as Totally Disabled from all occupations, he should reapply for Social Security Disability benefits and pursue it to all levels if necessary.”
Benefits continued until 2000, when Hartford, which had taken over the disability insurance coverage from Confederation Life, terminated benefit payments. A presuit appeal was denied in 2001. Thereafter, Sloan attempted to work as a courtesy driver from August 2001 until March 2002, but he was unable to continue at that job. Sloan then filed for Social Security disability benefits, which had previously been denied; and he was finally successful in securing an award of benefits in 2003 following a hearing before an administrative law judge at which additional evidence was presented that validated Sloan’s complaints of pain and deemed him credible. The ALJ placed great weight on the report of the plaintiff’s treating physician and found Sloan’s testimony at the hearing ”credible and persuasive.” Although the ALJ deemed Sloan disabled as of the date of his injury in 1987, he was unable to reopen prior Social Security applications and benefits were only retroactive to one year prior to the date of Sloan’s 2002 application for benefits.
After receiving the social security award, Sloan reopened his case against Hartford. The district court applied a de novo standard of review, and finding good cause to admit the social security determination and the medical reports on which it was based, the court ruled in Sloan’s favor, finding that because the evidence proved he was unable to work on a full-time basis, or even on a part-time basis, he was entitled to benefits due. The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed. Sloan v. Hartford Life and Accident Ins.Co., 2007 U.S.App.LEXIS 1884 (Jan. 29.)
The first issue the court discussed was the decision to admit the Social Security decision. The court explained the key to whether there exists good cause for admission of evidence not presented during the claim proceeding is ”whether the claimant had an opportunity to present the additional evidence during the administrative proceedings.” Here, there was no opportunity because the Social Security decision was not issued until after the claim appeal was concluded. The court added:
”A social security disability determination is generally admissible evidence to support an ERISA claim for long-term disability benefits. See Riedl v. Gen. Am. Life Ins. Co., 248 F.3d 753, 759 n.4 (8th Cir. 2001). In the absence of Sloan’s opportunity to present this relevant evidence during the administrative proceedings, we are hard-pressed to conclude the district court abused its discretion in considering it, especially when Hartford has not referred us to anything in particular about this case, which would make consideration of relevant evidence an abuse of discretion.
”In addition, because the parties agreed to forego a bench trial in favor of proceeding on the briefs and a stipulated fact record, we understand why the district court would consider the ALJ’s view of Sloan’s credibility to be highly probative, because the district court did not have its own opportunity to evaluate his credibility in a full bench trial.”
As to the district court’s ultimate finding that Sloan qualified for long-term disability benefits, application of the clearly erroneous standard of review from a bench decision revealed ”enough evidence to support the district court’s findings.”
Finally, the court rejected Hartford’s argument that it could offset Social Security benefits going back to 1987. Because Sloan did not qualify for disability payments any earlier than January 2001, Hartford could not offset benefits for any earlier dates.
Although the plaintiff was successful in this case, there is lurking in this ruling some very disturbing elements. The admissibility of the Social Security ruling and record evidence should not have been dependent on the standard of review. One has to ask whether it is more important for a court to be assured that a fair decision has been made on the merits or for a court to slavishly adhere to a ridiculous rule that limits the scope of the evidence reviewed by the court?
Once again, by misapplying administrative law, the federal courts have introduced confusion into the litigation of ERISA claims. Surprisingly, few courts have acknowledged the inappropriateness of an administrative law paradigm in ERISA claims. Since courts generally disallow discovery or an evidentiary hearing in resolving such cases, the inaptness of an administrative law framework is clear. One need only contrast ERISA cases to administrative cases such as Social Security disability disputes to see the protections afforded by the opportunity to present evidence and have the evidence and claimant’s credibility assessed by an impartial adjudicator. Moreover, Social Security disability cases preserve the claimant’s right to cross-examination adverse witnesses.
In ERISA cases, insurers can obtain medical reports from dubious sources (See, e.g., Gunn v. Reliance Standard Life Insur. Co., 407 F.Supp.2d 1162 (C.D.Cal. 2006) (doctor regularly retained by insurer characterized as ”man with a mission” – to deny claims) who are not subject to cross-examination and whose opinions are regularly deferred to under a deferential standard of review. Moreover, one can hardly deem insurers as impartial as Social Security administrative law judges. The courts need to seriously reexamine the framework they have created in ERISA cases and the basis for creating an administrative law framework without any corresponding due process protections.
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ISO tank containers have become integral in the global transportation of liquids, offering a secure and efficient means of shipping various commodities. However, like any logistical system, they are not without operational challenges. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the common operational issues encountered with ISO tank containers and explore strategies to mitigate these challenges.
Understanding ISO Tank Containers
Before we delve into operational challenges, it's crucial to understand the basics of ISO tank containers. These standardized containers are designed to transport liquids, gases, chemicals, powder, and pharmaceuticals safely across diverse modes of transportation, including ships, trains, and trucks. With their robust construction and adherence to international standards, ISO tank containers provide a versatile solution for shipping a wide range of products.
Operational Challenges Faced
The crucial challenges faced in the iso tank container operation process are as follows:
1. Contamination Risks
ISO tank containers are susceptible to contamination from the residue of previously transported materials. This can compromise the quality of the current cargo. Regular and thorough cleaning procedures are essential to mitigate this risk. Implementing stringent cleaning protocols and conducting inspections before loading can prevent contamination issues.
2. Temperature Control
Some cargo requires specific temperature conditions during transportation. Maintaining optimal temperatures inside ISO tank containers can be challenging, especially during long journeys or extreme weather conditions. Advanced temperature control systems and insulation are vital to ensuring the integrity of temperature-sensitive goods.
3. Maintenance and Repairs
Regular maintenance is critical for the safe and efficient operation of ISO tank containers. Issues such as leaks, corrosion, or faulty valves can arise and impact the container's performance. Implementing a proactive maintenance schedule and promptly addressing repairs can prevent these issues from escalating.
4. Documentation and Compliance
Stringent documentation and compliance with international regulations are crucial aspects of ISO tank container operations. Missing or inaccurate paperwork can lead to delays in customs clearance and transportation. Investing in robust documentation management systems and ensuring staff are well-versed incompliance requirements is essential.
5. Logistical Coordination
Coordinating the movement of ISO tank containers across various modes of transportation involves intricate logistical planning. Delays in handovers between different carriers or issues with intermodal transportation can disrupt the supply chain. Employing advanced logistics technologies and fostering effective communication between stakeholders can mitigate these challenges.
1. Advanced Cleaning Protocols
Implementing stringent cleaning procedures, such as steam cleaning and chemical washes, between cargo shipments can effectively eliminate the risk of contamination. Regular inspections and certification from approved cleaning facilities ensure compliance with industry standards.
2. Temperature Controlled Technologies
Investing in state-of-the-art temperature control technologies, including refrigeration units and advanced insulation, can maintain the required temperatures for temperature-sensitive cargo. Continuous monitoring systems provide real-time data, allowing for immediate response to deviations.
3. Proactive Maintenance Programs
Establishing proactive maintenance schedules, including routine inspections and component replacements, is essential for preventing operational disruptions. Collaborating with certified maintenance providers and conducting thorough pre-trip inspections can catch potential issues before they escalate.
4. Digital Documentation Systems
Transitioning to digital documentation systems reduces the risk of errors and streamlines the documentation process. Utilizing electronic bill of lading (e-BOL) systems and ensuring that all required documentation is readily accessible can expedite customs clearance and enhance overall efficiency.
5. Integrated Logistics Platforms
Leveraging integrated logistics platforms enables seamless coordination between various carriers and modes of transportation. These platforms provide real-time visibility into the movement of ISO tank containers, allowing for proactive decision-making and minimizing delays.
While ISO tank containers offer an efficient and secure means of transporting liquids, gases, chemicals, powder, and pharmaceuticals. And addressing the operational challenges is essential to ensuring a smooth supply chain. By implementing advanced technologies, proactive maintenance programs, and comprehensive safety measures, stakeholders can navigate the complexities associated with ISO tank container operations successfully. In an ever-evolving logistics landscape, continuous improvement and adherence to best practices are key to optimizing the performance of ISO tank container fleets.
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Prior to mark entry window the MyEd lists should be checked for accuracy according to Active list on SMS2.
As we approach mark entry windows it is best to hold off on activations so your list remains accurate unless grade required by student – contact admin to get this done
Also using the completion report within 7 days of mark entry is not needed as you can just include completions on mark entry report list
1 – send progress report to all students with messaging sent via teams/Access Weekly
2- input marks in Q1 column (no work habit needed)
3 – input Comment into Q1 comment using % completed thus far
4- input any completed marks in FM column with a completed comment
5 – POST GRADES, overwrite past grade is message pops up, no need to include withdrawn students if the message pops up
6- Print out a MyEd grade verification report video
7 – Fill out Mark Entry Completion report with any completions (FM) not previously reported or processed on SMS2 and attach MyEd report
Final Reporting in August (of June for school cohorts) to close a course
Steps 1, 4-6 above.
in addition download a Moodle grade export (IMPORTANT TO INCLUDE SUSPENDED STUDENTS) – video
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A brief history of the vibrant Jaipur
Always wanted to visit a city where royal people used to stay? Jaipur is one such city with a royal historical background. One of the most famous city in India, Jaipur had seen many rulers taking over and giving it landmarks that remind us of great Indian architecture. If you live in Delhi then you should visit the city as it has some of the most beautiful monuments in India. Just find yourself a Delhi to Jaipur train and come here to witness the history from close quarters.
Capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur was constructed in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. It is from his name that the city gets its name. Jaipur is one of the first organized city of India. Maharaja Jai Singh, who was just 11 years of age, came into force after the downfall of his predecessor Maharaja Bishan Singh. Kachwaha Rajputs, who came into force in twelfth century, are said to be Jai Singh’s predecessors. Their competition with Sisodia Rajputs, leaders of Mewar, helped them in their collusion with Mughals. Mughals too assisted Kachwaha Rajputs against Sisodia Rajputs, bringing about Kachhwa achieving a presumed place in Rajasthan. They controlled the kingdoms of Mewar (Udaipur) and Marwar (Jodhpur) from the magnificent Amber Fort. Jai Singh bolstered Aurangzeb’s child Azam Shah in the battle, which unruffled the individuals. In any case, Azam Shah lost this offer to throne to his sibling Bahadur Shah.
Azam Shah then requested the expulsion of Jai Singh from the throne. With the Mughals as partner, Jai Singh gained back the control. The kingdom thrived in his rule and Jai Singh assembled his capital around Amber Fort and Jaipur was in the end created as India’s first ever organized city by expert craftsman from Bengal, Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya. Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya, following the standards of Shilpa Shastra (the exploration of Indian design), and referencing the Indian knowledge on stargazing, further created and talked about the arrangement with Jai Singh. It is said that the establishment of the city was set down on 18th November 1727 by King Jai Singh himself. It took minutely arranged procedures and 4 years of efforts to built the city’s significant spots like the streets, the square, royal residences and the forts.
After Jai Singh passed away in 1744, his children battled for force and without a ruler, the city’s defence became the weak link. Rajputs and Marathas assumed control of the greater part of Jaipur. Later in 1876, Maharaja Ram Singh decorated the city in pink color, which portrays friendliness, to welcome the Prince of Wales to the city; and in this manner it procured the name Pink City. Ramgarh Lake was also constructed by Maharaja Ram Singh to supply water to the growing city. In 1922, Man Singh II assumed the control over the throne, and it was around then, structures like secretariat, schools, and healing facilities were manufactured. After India got freedom, Jaipur converged with Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner to frame the biggest state of India with Jaipur as its capital.
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2012/2013 NBA Regular Season: Game 63 | ||
vs | ||
2-0 Nuggets | ||
March 5th, 2013 – 8:00 PM (MT) | ||
Sleep Train Arena – Sacramento, CA |
TV Altitude 2 (948 Comcast HD) / 950 AM / 104.3 FM The Fan | ||
Probable Starters | ||
Ty Lawson | PG | Isaiah Thomas |
Andre Iguodala | SG | |
SF | ||
Kenneth Faried | PF | |
Kosta Koufos | C | |
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None! | Injuries | Travis Outlaw (out) |
Denver is 80-79 all-time against the Kings franchise, which began as the Rochester Royals in 1948. | Stat | The Kings have lost to the Nuggets by an average margin of 26.5 points this season. |
With the Kings on the verge of their sixth relocation in franchise history (well, technically fifth if you don't count the franchise's brief stint as the Kansas City-Omaha Kings from 1972 through 1975 before becoming the Kansas City Kings for the 1975-76 season), the team itself is an aimless mess. They're not quite bad enough to ensure a good shot at the first overall pick in the draft (like that will matter this summer, anyway), and yet they're nowhere near being a playoff team. And it's one thing to suck, but it's another to suck without upside.
So aimless are the Kings, in fact, that they already gave up on their first round draft choice from the 2012 NBA Draft – the fifth overall selection Thomas Robinson – by way of a trade deadline deal. Huh?
In the NBA, you’re really only as good as your ownership. Just see the Spurs, Mavericks and Nuggets before Peter Holt, Mark Cuban and Stan Kroenke, respectively, took over. But despite having a pair of frauds in the Maloof brothers owning the Kings, the Kings have made an assortment of bad decisions with their draft picks. Yes, it was stupid to give up on Robinson so early. But it was doubly stupid to draft Robinson over Damian Lillard. In the 2011 NBA Draft, the Kings stupidly maneuvered on draft day to get their hands on Jimmer Fredette, missing out on Kemba Walker and Klay Thompson. (Even Utah didn’t maneuver to get Fredette, who would have at least delivered asses in the seats in Salt Lake City before dropping out of the league a la Adam Morrison.)
In 2010 and 2009, the Kings drafted DeMarcus Cousins and Tyreke Evans, respectively. Both good picks at the time and both good players when they want to be. But while the Warriors have leap-frogged from the basement of the Pacific Division and the Timberwolves have proven to be competitive (when healthy), the Kings remain mired as a Western Conference bottom feeder.
And, sadly, it could cost the city of Sacramento their franchise.
And while I think we'd all agree that the NBA should be in Seattle (and shouldn't have bailed on Seattle for Oklahoma City in the first place), does it have to come at Sacramento's expense? Lest we forget that Sacramento's metropolitan area population isn't much smaller than Denver's – among 28 NBA cities, Denver (approximately 2.6 million) ranks 16th with Sacramento (approximately 2.2 million) landing at 19th.
But the Kings myriad of misfortunes has been to the benefit of the Nuggets as of late. And then some. In their last nine matchups, the Nuggets have won eight – most in dominant fashion (although why do I suspect that most NBA teams last nine games versus the Kings resulted in a dominant win, too?). In their two games played this season, the Nuggets have ran the Kings out of the building to the tune of a 26.5 point differential on average.
Entering Tuesday's affair in Sacramento, the Kings will have their best shot at beating the Nuggets in some time as the Nuggets will be playing the second of a back-to-back while the Kings will be well rested and waiting for the Nuggets early morning arrival.
But despite the back-to-back, the Nuggets have to take home wins like this one. After all, the Kings have just lost seven of their last nine games and – as mentioned above – the Nuggets have cleaned their clock twice this season. If the Nuggets are serious about that fourth overall playoff seed, they need to dominate the Kings for the third time in a row.
Three things to look for in this game …
1) Rebounding. Amazingly, even though the 6'11", 270-pound DeMarcus Cousins and the 6'11", 250-pound Jason Thompson anchor the post for the Kings, they are third from the bottom in total rebounds among all NBA teams. The Nuggets? Second overall. In their first two meetings this season, the Nuggets out-rebounded the Kings by 21 rebounds.
2) Ty Lawson versus Isaiah Thomas. Stats-wise, Lawson has only had three bad games since mid-January, and the Nuggets won all of those games anyway – including two against the mighty Thunder. Isaiah Thomas (not to be confused with franchise-ruiner Isiah Thomas) is playing pretty well, too – except his efforts don’t seem to result in wins.
3) Do Gallo's struggles matter? Clearly bothered by a nagging leg injury, Danilo Gallinari continues to struggle but the Nuggets are winning anyway. Why? Wilson Chandler has really stepped up his game of late. But at some point, the Nuggets must get Gallo right if they're to grab that four-seed and do any damage in the playoffs.
Scouting the Kings
-DeMarcus Cousins: Cousins may be (okay, he is) a head case, but if the Kings were ever serious about dealing their big center, I’d venture to guess that 20 NBA teams would be lined up to trade for him. Cousins’ combination of size and touch makes him lethal on any given night.
-Isaiah Thomas: The diminutive point guard has cemented himself as a starter for the Kings (leading to the recent ouster of Aaron Brooks via waivers) and has been playing great lately for a second-year player who was a second round pick.
-Tyreke Evans: Is it possible to do one’s career in reverse? Since averaging a remarkable 20.1 ppg, 5.3 rpg and 5.8 apg (plus 1.5 spg) as a rookie and getting some All-Star Game mention, Evans has seen his scoring and assist numbers drop every season since.
-Jimmer Fredette: It’s hard to understand why the Kings thought selecting Fredette in the lottery would be a good idea. He’s too undersized to thrive at the two-guard spot and yet he doesn’t have the point guard skills to man the one spot. What’s the over/under on Fredette being in the NBA going forward? One more season? Two? Three?
Final Thought …
The Nuggets are riding a five-game winning streak entering Sacramento. Yes, the Kings play tough at home (they actually have a winning record at home) and yes, the Nuggets will be tired. But it's games like these that could be the difference between the four and five-seed.
If the Nuggets just take care of business, we should see a lot of Timofey Mozgov, Evan Fournier, Jordan Hamilton and Anthony Randolph on Tuesday night.
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(OSV News) -- While desperation mounts in Ukraine amid more than 480 days of war -- and in the aftermath of the destruction of a dam that caused the flooding of dozens of towns in the south of the country -- Cardinal Konrad Krajewski traveled to the country June 22 for the sixth time "to assist those in need."
"My trip in the name of the pope places the Holy Father in the heart of the Gospel, because this is what Jesus has done from dawn to sunset: He assisted those in need," Cardinal Krajewski told OSV News.
The cardinal traveled to the Kherson area where "following the destruction of the dam, the innocent population is in great distress and many people have lost their lives," said a news release from the Vatican press office.
"Cardinal Konrad Krajewski's mission is to be with the people, pray with them and bring an
embrace and concrete support from the pontiff," the news release said.
Cardinal Krajewski, who is prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for the Service of Charity, told OSV News that he needs to go to show the Holy Father's closeness to Ukrainians, who have been fighting the Russian invasion since February 2022.
But there also is another reason: to remind those in the West that "in the summer we think of ice cream, not about the people that die in Ukraine. And we have to keep reminding the world that the tragedy is not over."
The almoner of Pope Francis departed for Ukraine in a van loaded with the most urgently needed medicines as well as dried food such as pasta. A second truck, loaded mostly with dried soups donated by a Korean producer, will leave Rome and head to the flooded Kherson area within days of the cardinal's departure.
"One truck is carrying about 100,000 cups of dried soup. We reloaded it in Rome so that they can easily unpack it in Ukraine with their equipment as they don't have a lot of men for tasks like that," Cardinal Krajewski said.
Pope Francis asked Cardinal Krajewski to take another batch of donated goods to Ukraine when he was in the hospital, where he underwent abdominal surgery. Pope Francis was discharged from the hospital June 16 after spending nine days in the Gemelli clinic.
"It's a drop in the ocean of needs, and it won't save them, but it will comfort them, and it matters," the cardinal told OSV News.
From Rome, Cardinal Krajewski was to go to Lviv in western Ukraine first, then to Odessa and Kherson by the Dnipro River; Kherson is the city most affected by the damage of the dam June 6.
The destruction of the vast Kakhovka hydroelectric dam has caused $1.3 billion of damage, Ukraine's environment minister said June 20, as reported by Reuters. He warned that mines unearthed by flooding could wash onto other European countries' shores. The collapse of the Russian-held dam killed more than 50 people and destroyed homes and farmland.
"The Holy Father repeats every single day: 'Let's pray for tormented Ukraine,'" Cardinal Krajewski said, stressing that not only because of war but because of the dam being blown up, the situation of the people is desperate.
"Today in Rome it's 40 degrees Celsius. Imagine what such temperatures mean in a flooded area," he said. "Walking is dangerous because the water carries landmines. Additionally, the water is contaminated so disease risk is very high. Mud is everywhere; there are not enough people to clean it."
"It's not like here, in Italy," Cardinal Krajewski said. "When we had the floods in the north, the whole country mobilized and went there to clean.” In Ukraine, men are mobilized to the army, and villages are lacking basic resources.
Father Piotr Rosochacki, director of Caritas-Spes in Odessa, told OSV News June 18 that
"Russian occupiers stole the farm equipment earlier from the people, so even in areas close to the flooding there is not a single tractor to pull and clean all those things carried by the waters.”
Loads of donations from the Vatican will reach both Ukrainian-Catholic and Latin-rite Catholic parishes.
"I know that priests and bishops have their luggage ready, just in case something terrible happens," Cardinal Krajewski said of clergy and religious that he is going to visit along the way. "But so far they are staying. They don't want to leave unless everyone else leaves. That's the spirit. They don't hesitate. They persevere and stay with their people."
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The last trip Cardinal Krajewski made in 2022 to Ukraine was for Christmas, when he secured delivery of thermal clothes to Ukraine.
The Dicastery for the Service of Charity, led by the Polish cardinal, spent $2.2 million in 2022 on humanitarian help for Ukraine.
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The State of Qatar and the United States of America share strong bilateral relations, coordinating closely on various regional and global issues. In partnership with the United States, Qatar has contributed to the region’s progress, stability, and prosperity by playing a constructive role financially, politically, and militarily.
Every year, thousands of American citizens visit Qatar for both tourism and business purposes. According to Qatar Tourism, more than 2.56 million tourists visited Qatar in the first 8 months of 2023, with the USA ranking among the top 10 source countries. Additionally, there are thousands of US citizens living and working in Qatar
This article explains everything you need to know about getting a Qatar Visa for US Citizens and the essential things to consider before traveling to Qatar.
- Qatar Visa For US Citizens
- Qatar Transit Visa For US Citizens
- Qatar Visa For US Green Card Holders
- Qatar Visa For US Visa Holders
- Flying To Qatar
- Things To Consider While Visiting Qatar
- Qatar Entry Requirements For US Citizens
- Enrolling In STEP
- US Embassy in Qatar
- Emergency Contacts
- Frequently Asked Questions
2024 Status of Qatar Visa on Arrival For US Citizens
Qatar Visa For US Citizens
Qatar has a very liberal visa-on-arrival policy that enables travellers from more than 100 countries to visit Qatar without a pre-arranged visa. This approach is commonly referred to as a visa-waiver program.
Now, let’s address the most common question:
Do US citizens need visa for Qatar?
US citizens with a regular passport can travel to Qatar as tourists for a maximum of 30 days, subject to specific conditions. Additionally, they have the option to extend this visa-waiver for an additional 30 days.
Here are the essential requirements to qualify for this visa on arrival:
- Your passport must remain valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date.
- You should possess a return or onward flight ticket.
- You must secure a hotel booking or a confirmed accommodation.
- If your intended stay in Qatar exceeds 30 days, it’s mandatory to acquire a visitor’s health insurance through the MOPH website.
You can read more about Qatar’s visa-on-arrival scheme here.
Qatar Visa For US Citizens Cost
The visa on arrival explained above is issued free of cost. The visa extension is also free.
Qatar Oman Joint Visa
Nationals of the USA can also travel to Qatar without a visa if they have a valid tourist visa issued by Oman. Passengers with such visas can enter either Oman or Qatar first but are not allowed to depart to a third country. You can read about the Qatar-Oman Joint Tourist Visa here.
Qatar Transit Visa For US Citizens
US citizens (or citizens of any country) traveling through Qatar and not planning to leave the airport do not need a transit visa. For more information, refer to our detailed guide about transit through Doha airport.
The online application service for the Qatar Transit Visa is currently suspended. Travelers who intend to explore the city during their layover can utilize the visa-on-arrival option as described earlier. Alternatively, you can inquire at your local Qatar Airways office to check if they can provide a Transit Visa.
Qatar Visa For US Green Card Holders
The free visa-on-arrival facility applies only to US citizens and not to US residents or Green Card holders. US residents with a foreign passport should check if the country of their citizenship is eligible for a visa on arrival to Qatar.
If not, they can apply for Electronic Travel Authorization – ETA (A3) visa through the Hayya Portal.
They can also enter using other visas like Tourist Visa, Family Visit Visa or Business Visa.
Qatar Visa For US Visa Holders
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If you’re booking flights to Qatar, we highly recommend Qatar Airways. It’s rated as a 5-star airline and is renowned for its luxury, comfort, and extensive global network. Booking with Qatar Airways guarantees an exceptional travel experience. You can see the latest offers from Qatar Airways here.
Things To Consider While Visiting Qatar
US citizens visiting Qatar should be mindful of respecting the local traditions, cultures, and laws. The following things should be kept in mind:
- The public dress code in Qatar requires that men and women cover shoulders, chests, stomachs, and knees, and that tight leggings be covered by long shirts or dresses.
- Alcohol is legal in Qatar but highly regulated and only available in limited locations to non-Muslim non-Qatari adults aged 21+. Public drinking and intoxication are punishable. See our guide to alcohol laws in Qatar.
- It is illegal in Qatar to engage in sexual relations outside of marriage.
- Medical facilities in Qatar require pregnant women to present a marriage certificate to receive prenatal care.
- According to the US Government Travel Advice, US Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas. Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept US health insurance. The US Embassy strongly recommends supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.
- Homosexuality is criminalized in Qatar. LGBTQIA+ travelers should consult the official Department of State Travel Advisory for Qatar for more detailed information.
- Most illegal drugs in the United States are illegal in Qatar, including marijuana/THC.
- It is illegal to take photos and videos of strangers without their permission.
- Visitors can drive temporarily in Qatar with their US driving license. Traffic accidents and tickets are considered seriously. See our guide to driving in Qatar.
Qatar Entry Requirements For US Citizens
Visitors to Qatar from the US should keep in mind the below requirements:
- Visitor’s passport must be valid for 6 months to get visa-waiver.
- Passports must be machine readable.
- Visitors must hold return/onward tickets.
- Visitor must have confirmed accommodation.
- Visitors must have health insurance if their duration of stay is more than 30 days.
- Vaccination against polio required if arriving from Afghanistan or Pakistan.
- Covid vaccination and PCR testing is not required in 2023.
Enrolling In STEP
The US Embassy highly encourages US travelers to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). This free service allows US citizens traveling abroad or living abroad to register their trip with their nearest Embassy or Consulate.
By enrolling, you will receive important information from the US embassy in case of an emergency. Here is the link to enrol in STEP.
US Embassy in Qatar
The US Embassy in Qatar is situated at 22nd February Street, Al Luqta District, Doha. The contact phone number is +974 4496 6000. For more information, check the US Embassy in Qatar website.
- For emergency services within Qatar, call 999.
- The emergency contact line for the US Embassy in Qatar during and outside of office hours is +974 4496 6000.
- From outside of Qatar, concerned family or friends can contact the US Embassy in Qatar at 1-202-501-4444 or 1-888-407-4747.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Americans travel to Qatar without a visa?
US citizens traveling to Qatar can get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, subject to certain conditions like six months of passport validity, return flight tickets, and confirmed accommodation.
How many days can US citizens stay visa-free in Qatar?
The Qatar visa waiver issued to US citizens is valid for 30 days and can be extended for another 30 days.
Do US Green Card holders need visas for Qatar?
The visa waiver program is based on the passport (not resident status). If the Green Card holder’s country of citizenship is eligible for a visa waiver, he/she can travel without a visa. Or else they can apply for an ETA (A3) visa.
Do I need Covid vaccination or testing to visit Qatar?
As per the latest travel policy announced by Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), pre-travel and post-travel Covid testing and Ehteraz pre-registration are not required in 2023.
Is travelling to Qatar safe for US citizens?
Traveling to Qatar is typically very safe for US citizens. However, as with any travel, it’s advisable to take standard precautions, even though the country has very low crime rates.
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“There’s always room for a story that can transport people to another place.” –J.K. Rowling
Stories not only help children develop empathy and cultivate imaginative and divergent thinking. They also bring facts to life and make the abstract concrete. To foster the skills of listening and reading, an interactive story session was held for our young dipsites of class II with Ms. Evi Triantafyllides in collaboration with ‘Books en Beyond’ on Thursday, 16th December, 2021. Ms. Evi Triantafyllides comes from Cyprus and is a famous author of children’s books like ‘A Marvelous Mexican Misunderstanding’, ‘China’s Child’. She is also the CEO of Worldwide Buddies, an educational start up that creates picture books and toys that celebrate diversity.
The session started with the author, Evi Triantafyllides talking about her book ‘Book of Cultures’ which is a collection of short stories about different countries and has characters from all over the world. She read excerpts from the book. First was a story about a girl called Aqueela who belonged to the island nation of Maldives and how she tries to save her country from the rising water level due to global warming. This narration was followed by students sharing their ideas to save the environment from global warming. She also read a story about a young girl named Sharlock who is from Canada and how she shares the sweet delicacy of Canada ‘maple syrup’ with everyone in her country. Evi also spoke about the character from India, a girl named Neha. She asked the students what they would like to tell their buddies across the world about their amazing country India. The students came up with vivid, varied and excellent responses. In the end she shared what inspired her to become an author. Overall, it was a great learning experience and the students enjoyed every minute of the session. | <urn:uuid:c4736cc2-d859-4654-a892-bb8266f78bcb> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.dpsgfaridabad.com/story-telling-session-by-evi-triantafyllides-class-ii-dec16-2021/ | 2024-04-13T22:36:31Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.971078 | 405 |
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The seven day trade war, the most recent dispute between Russia and Ukraine, is over. Russian customs authorities informed the Ukrainians on Tuesday that there would not be any additional controls and border checks. The controversy was about measures that had led to an almost complete halt to the import of Ukrainian goods into Russia.
On August 14, the Ukrainians had sounded the alarm: Russia had classified all Ukrainian imports as "risky." In effect that meant that customs officers had to give special attention to checking Ukrainian goods. Whether food or steel - everything had to be unloaded and examined. It wasn't long until there were endless queues of trucks and train carriages at the border. The Russian measure might have cost Ukraine a total of up to $2.5 million (1.9 million euros) in damage, a Kyiv trade organization estimated.
A trade war?
It was the worst trade escalation between the two sides since the "gas wars" of 2006 and 2009, when Russia cut off gas into pipelines that supplied Ukraine, leaving much of its former Soviet sister republic in the cold. The government in Kyiv is trying though to downplay the current quarrel with Moscow. "There will be no trade war," Prime Minister Mykola Asarov wrote on his Facebook page. Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych had a phone conversation with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, but neither wanted to comment on the content of the call.
So far there's only speculation as to what exactly is the reason behind the fuss. The Kyiv daily "Dserkalo Tyschnja" claimed to know that it's all part of a Russian plan to undermine Ukraine's closer ties with the European Union.
A consultant to the Kremlin, Sergei Glasjew, indirectly confirmed this reading of the situation. The Russian customs office had been preparing for the possibility of Ukraine signing an association agreement with the EU, Glasjew told the Interfax news agency. Moscow was looking to prevent European goods from being imported to Russia in the future at cheaper prices via Ukraine.
By the end of November, Ukraine hopes to sign the European Union association agreement, which would also plan for the establishment of a free-trade zone. It is seen as a milestone on Ukraine's way towards the EU - even if there are no concrete plans for eventual full membership in the 28-nation bloc.
Russian pressure ...
Glasjew warned Ukraine not to sign the deal with Brussels, describing it as a "suicidal" step. Instead, Ukraine should join a customs union with Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan, he said. The incentive is that the country would then be able to import cheaper gas from Russia, Glasjew explained in a newspaper interview.
Such statements are not new. Putin for years has been trying to woo Ukraine into that customs union. The message from the Kremlin is that the Russian market is a lot better for Kyiv because of traditional ties and similar standards. But Ukraine so far has resisted and preferred to rather look towards the EU for its future. It's a move backed by the population where according to a DW poll, some 55 percent want their country to sign the association agreement still this year.
Experts in Moscow believe Russia was simply loosing patience. "Russia is pursuing a path to motivate Ukraine to join the customs union," Alexander Dorofejew who heads a consultancy company in the Russian capital, told DW. The customs dispute was a signal: Ukraine would have to decide between Russia and the West, Dorofejew said.
"The Kremlin is nervous because Ukraine seems to be undecided," Ruslan Grinsberg, head of the economic institute at the Russian Academy of Sciences, told DW. Kyiv keeping a distance to Russia was not going down well with Moscow.
... might drive Kyiv westwards
Holding up Ukrainian imports was not the only signal sent by Moscow. Since mid-July, Ukrainian sweets company "Roshen" can no longer ship its deliveries to Russia over alleged quality issues. It's a major blow to the chocolate company run by Kyiv oligarch Petro Poroshenko. He is seen as being in favor of closer ties with the West rather than Russia.
Whether Russia will manage to pressure the Ukraine into closer ties, remains to be seen. Ricardo Guicci of the Berlin Economics Center believes that Moscow's bullying could be counterproductive. He's member of a German consultancy group to the Ukrainian government.
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There are many causes of hearing loss from ageing to genetic conditions to noise exposure, but what about after contracting COVID-19?
While there is strong evidence that indicates the pandemic has had significant effects on the physical and mental health of individuals in both the medium and long term. The challenge is to determine whether the virus was the cause of these effects or was acquiring another health condition such as hearing loss coincidental.
Did the rates of certain health conditions, including hearing loss, rise during the COVID-19 pandemic? And, did the risk of developing these conditions increase for individuals who contracted COVID-19?
Here we will explore these questions, specifically the potential impact of COVID-19 on ear and hearing health, focusing on hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance.
The immediate signs and symptoms of the COVID infection included fever, dry cough, fatigue, sore throat, production of sputum, headache, dizziness, nasal congestion. These are typical of what we call the common cold and other influenza viruses. Their temporary effects on hearing and balance are well known.
A recent review of all the relevant studies to date (Jafari et al. 2022) shows that no studies have properly assessed hearing, tinnitus or dizziness, but all replied on self-report of patients or notes taken in clinics. Bearing this in mind, the studies shows that 3.1% of people with COVID-19 report a hearing loss, but the severity of the hearing loss is not known. Tinnitus was reported by 4.5% of those with COVID-19. Finally, dizziness was reported by 12.2% of those with COVID-19.
These findings are generally supported by an even more recent study of over 1 million patients with a positive or negative diagnosis of COVID-19 seen at 61 centres around the world between January 2020 and June 2021 (Africa et al. 2023). They found that hearing was not more common 1 month after testing positive for COVID-19 compared to those who tested negative for COVID-19. They did find a slightly increased risk for tinnitus and dizziness in those who tested positive for COVID-19, but that the incidence was very low (and much lower than reported by others).
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Although it appears that COVID-19 probably has little impact on hearing health, it is important to remember that any sudden changes in your hearing or your balance should be further investigated. This is especially important for a condition called Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL), where someone loses much or all of their hearing within a day. Although this is not common, in many cases SSHL can be treated, but only if this treatment is given within the first few days.
Furthermore, if your hearing loss is starting to affect your daily activities, your communication with loved ones or colleagues, or your listening in noisy places becomes difficult, then a consultation with an audiologist is recommended.
Jafari Z, Kolb BE, Mohajeran MH. Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Dizziness in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences. 49(2):184-195; 2022.
Africa RE, Westenhaver ZK, Zimmerer RE, McKinnon BJ. Evaluation of Disturbances in Hearing, Tinnitus, and Vestibular Symptoms as Signs of COVID-19 Infection. Otology & Neurotology. 44(2): 126-133; 2023. | <urn:uuid:6ecbfb44-e9c1-4adb-97cc-af8e4c5b3b19> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.earscience.org.au/2023/06/21/does-covid-19-affect-hearing/ | 2024-04-13T22:08:57Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.961323 | 740 |
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The question of whether the planet should have legal rights with human courts is discussed here: Protecting the Rights of Planet Earth, (ThoughtEconomics).
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Part 1: Jeb Bush, Hillary Clinton (most prominent political pedigrees) and Donald Trump (the show horse)
August 3, 2015 (Washington D.C.) -- The 2016 presidential candidates are off and running. It’s a crowded race, with over two dozen contenders vying for the ultimate winner’s circle. Over the next couple of weeks, East County Magazine will run a “Race for the White House” series profiling the candidates.
Our series opens with frontrunners Hillary Clinton and Jeb Bush, two seasoned entries with long political pedigrees, and “show horse” Donald Trump who’s been grabbing media headlines and moving up in the polls. Later we’ll highlight mavericks such as Rand Paul and Bernie Sanders, each drawing populist followings for talking about issues like civil liberties and the wealth gap largely ignored by party power-brokers. Finally, we’ll have coverage of the pack of other prominent contenders, plus some dark horses hoping to pull off an upset win. For each candidate, we’ll give you biographical highlights, stances on key issues, controversies, and fascinating facts as these contenders bolt out of the starting gate and run for the roses—the White House rose garden, that is. Plus, we’ll check with pollsters and odds makers to see how they’re handicapping this important race—so keep an eye out for each installment in our “Race for the Whitehouse” 2016 coverage.
Click "read more" and scroll down to learn more about Bush, Clinton and Trump.
Candidate: Jeb Bush, Republican
Photo: Bush at Southern Republican Leadership Conference, cc by Michael Vadon
Bio Basics: Jeb Bush served as Florida’s Governor from 1998 until 2007. He is the son of former President H.W. Bush and the brother of another president, George W. Bush. He was born in Texas and moved to Florida in the 1980s, working as a real estate developer before becoming Florida’s Secretary of Commerce and later, Governor.
Key issues: Unlike most other Republican presidential candidates, Bush favors some form of comprehensive immigration reform, including a path to legal status for undocumented immigrants, but he has backpedaled away from his prior support for legalization or what critics call “amnesty,” the Washington Examiner reported in May 2015. Bush is a strong supporter of Common Core national education standards, a rarity among Republicans, CNN reported in May. The program has drawn criticism from conservatives who have tried to paint it as a "federal takeover of education." As Florida Governor, he pushed for school vouchers, moved Medicaid recipients to private systems, and implemented environmental protections for the Everglades. He wants to make abortion illegal, except for rape, incest or when a mother’s life is endangered, according to Vote Smart. As Florida Governor, he also eliminated affirmative action at state colleges and universities.
Controversies: Governor Jeb Bush steered $1.7 billion in Florida pension funds to financial backers of his brother’s presidential campaign, International Business Times reported. Washington Post article in June 2015 reports that “records, lawsuits, interviews and newspaper accounts stretching back more than three decades” reveal that Bush “often benefited from his family connections and repeatedly put himself in situations that raised questions about his judgment and exposed him to reputational risk.” He once asked a court to prevent a mentally impaired rape victim from having an abortion and sought to halt the husband of Tetri Schiavo from terminating her life after she was declared brain dead. (Cleveland.com)
Bush also drew fire from labor for his remarks that to improve our economy, “Workforce participation has to rise from its all-time modern lows. It means that people need to work longer hours and, through their productivity, gain more income for their families. That's the only way we are going to get out of this rut that we're in." He later claimed he meant that more part-time people need to work full-time.
Fascinating facts: Born an Episcopalian, Bush converted to Catholicism, adopting the religion of his Mexican wife, Columba. He holds a degree in Latin American Studies from the University of Texas, has lived in Venezuela where he opened a branch of Texas Commerce Bank, and he speaks fluent Spanish. He once tried to buy the Florida Marlins, but his bid was rejected.
Odds of winning: Bush has strong name recognition and has amassed a large war chest of contributions. He has polled at or near the top of the GOP pack in most major polls. Name recognition can be both a plus and minus however as many historians have rated his brother, George W. Bush, among the worst U.S. presidents due to launching a preemptive war in Iraq based on false reports of chemical weapons , ignoring warnings about the 9/11 terrorist attacks and his administration’s failings in the lead-up to and during Hurricane Katrina which devastated New Orleans. Bet Vega currently has Bush at 18/5 odds.
Candidate: Hillary Clinton, Democrat
Photo: official Secretary of State portrait
Hillary Diane Rodham Clinton served as United States Secretary of State in the Obama administration from 2009 to 2013. She also was a U.S. Senator representing the state of New York from 2001 to 2009. During former president Bill Clinton’s two terms, 1993 to 2001, she was First Lady.
Born in 1947 in Illinois, she was student commencement speaker at Wellesley College and later obtained a J.D. from Yale Law School in 1973. After a stint as a Congressional legal counsel, she moved to Arkansas in 1975, where she married Bill Clinton. She co-founded Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families and made history by being the first female chair of the Legal Services Corporation in 1978. Plus, as First Lady of Arkansas she led a task force that helped transform the state’s education system.
After moving to New York, in 2000, Clinton was the first female senator from “The Empire State.” No other First Lady (besides Clinton) has ever run for public office. After 9-11, she was in support of U.S.’s military action in Afghanistan and the Iraq Resolution. She subsequently was against the Bush adminstration’s role of the Iraq War. She disapproved of a majority of Bush’s domestic policies.
During her time as First Lady, the 1993 Clinton Health Care Plan that she advocated for didn’t attract enough support for passage in Congress, but it laid the groundwork for the Affordable Care Act later enacted in the Obama adminstration. In 1997 and 1999, she was a vital cog in advocating adoption of the State Children’s Health Insurance Program, the Adoption and Safe Families Act, and the Care Independence Act.
Clinton is making women’s issues a cornerstone of her campaign, pledging to work to improve the rights and wellbeing of women in the U.S. and around the world. Her stance on abortion is to keep abortion safe, legal and rare through policies to help women and also foster care. She also notes that the opportunity for life starts at conception, but believes intrusion into one’s personal life is excessive. (Issues)
Clinton supports raising the minimum wage and believes Congress should not get a raise until that happens.
She stands up for union’s rights, in organizing fair wages for unions. Clinton also notes, we should, “get tough with China and bring jobs back home. (Issues)
Earlier this year, she dismissed the idea of putting American or Western troops on the ground to combat the Islamic State militant group, instead favoring “air force, but also army soldiers from the region, and particularly from Iraq,” in fighting what she said would be a “long-term struggle.” (Politico)
While in the Senate she voted for the Iraq war, but later indicated she had changed her position after it was revealed that the Bush administration misled Congress with false claims that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction.
She was the only First Lady to be subpoenaed. In 1996, she testified before a federal grand jury regarding the Whitewater controversy, but was not charged with any crime during this investigation nor at any point during her husband’s tenure as president.
Her marriage to former President Clinton received widespread public attention as a result of a sex scandal involving intern Monica Lewinski and the President; some faulted Hillary for standing by Clinton despite his infidelity that led to impeachment proceedings, though he was not convicted and remained in office.
Clinton drew controversy for using a private e-mail server while she was Secretary of State. When asked by a Congressional panel to turn over all e-mails related to the Benghazi, Libya attack in which American consulate personnel lost their lives, she deleted e-mails off her server that she claimed were private. Clinton has defended her actions on Benghazi. (National Review). A two-year investigation by the Republican-controlled House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence resulted in publication of a report in November 2014 which conluded that accusations made by Republican leaders over terrorist attacks on U.S. facilities in Benghazi are untrue. The committee found no wrongdoing by any administration officials, including Clinton.
There have also been criticisms raised that a foundation started by former President Clinton has accepted donations from wealthy international interests, posing potential conflicts of interest for Hillary Clinton if she wins the White House.
In 1979, Clinton was the first female partner at Rose Law Firm.
She was twice listed as in the top 100 most influential lawyers in America by The National Law Journal. (National Law Journal)
Clinton has traveled to more countries than any other Secretary of State.
Odds of winning
Clinton has strong name recognition and the most national political experience of any candidate in the race. She can be expected to motivate female voters including some moderate Republican women. However she also has political baggage from past controversies. Based on the Vegas oddsmakers, however, Clinton’s chances of becoming the next president are very good; just look at the numbers. Her odds at BetVega are currently 6/5, the only candidate in the running currently with odds better than 50/50.
Candidate: Donald Trump, Republican
Photo: Donald Trump at 2015 Conservative Political Action Conference; CC by Michael Vadon
Bio Basics: Donald John Trump, Sr., 69, is a prominent businessman, billionaire and real estate developer. He is chairman and president of The Trump Organization and founder of Trump Entertainment Resorts, with holdings ranging from casinos to hotels.. He is also a television personality and host of the reality show The Apprentice and its spin-off, Celebrity Apprentice. He has authored 15 books, including The Art of the Deal, a successful business guide.
Trump is the son of Fred Trump, a prominent figure in New York City real estate. He worked for his father’s firm, Elizabeth Trump & Son, and attended the Wharton School of Finance at the University of Pennsylvania. He joined his father’s company in 1968, was given control in 1971 and changed the name to The Trump Organization.
Key Issues: Trump’s website states that his goals include promoting a free market, strong family, strong military, and caring for our veterans.
Trump says his views on same-sex marriage are “evolving,” adding, “I think I’m a fair person, but I have been for traditional marriage. I am for traditional marriage, I am for a marriage between a man and a woman.” (Huffington Post)
Back in 1999, Trump said he “was strongly pro-choice,” but now says he’s pro-life and is seeking to nominate Supreme Court justices who have similar viewpoints. During an interview with Jake Tapper, from CNN, Trump mentioned that his change of heart is similar to that of the American public. "In terms of polling, the pro-choice (support) is going down a little bit," Trump said. "It’s very interesting."
However, the most recent poll findings, from Gallup show that 50 percent two Americans are pro-choice versus 44 percent of Americans, whom are pro-life. (Tampa Bay Times)
Controversies: NBC announced in late June that it has fired Trump, who gained fame for his signature “You’re fired” line on the “Apprentice” TV show. NBC severed ties with Trump due to anti-immigrant remarks. These are the comments that Trump said to get himself in hot water when announcing his candidacy: "When Mexico sends its people, they're not sending their best...They're sending people that have lots of problems, and they're bringing those problems with us. They're bringing drugs. They're bringing crime. They're rapists. And some, I assume, are good people."
Trump responded to the news of being “fired” from NBC, telling reporters, “I think as far as ending the relationship, I have to do that because my view on immigration is much different than the people at NBC.” Univision also announced it would sever its relationship with Trump’s Miss University organization over his comments.
Trump later attacked Republican Senator John McCain of Arizona, a former Prisoner of War, stating at the Family Leadership Conference in Iowa, “I like people who weren’t captured.” Those remarks were swiftly denounced by nearly all of the other GOP candidates.
Trump announced plans to sue the network for defamation and breach of contract. (NBC News)
Trump recently refused a reporter’s request to show his birth certification, yet he previously demanded that Obama produce his birth certificate and passport records during the beginning of his presidency. (The Guardian)
Trump bought the New Jersey Generals of the United States Football League (USFL) during the team’s rookie season in 1983. Trump attempted to recruit former legendary NFL Head Coach Don Shula from the Miami Dolphins. Allegedly, Shula requested a condo in Trump Tower as compensation and Trump balked at Shula’s request.
Trump once represented Mike Tyson as Tyson’s financial advisor, while Tyson’s fight versus Michael Spinks took place in Atlantic City.
Trump does not have any political experience.
Odds of winning
Trump’s poll numbers shot up after his immigrant-bashing remarks but plummeted after his insults to McCain, then rebounded after he announced he would have a place in his cabinet for for ex-Vice Presidential candidate and former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. Despite some polls showing him nudging out other Republican primary contenders, however, he hasn’t convinced the oddsmakers; BetVega is currently ranking Trump as a 30-to-1 long shot.
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There is a village called Garah Ban in the province of Kermanshah, located in Harsin County. Its Russian architecture has made it very attractive and renowned among tourists. This village is considered part of the historical monuments and tourist attractions of Kermanshah province and has been the burial place of many Ahl-e Haq luminaries. Garah Ban is famous for being one of the major centers for processing rosewater and herbal distillates, and its products are distributed throughout the country and even abroad, such as in France. The villagers are engaged in various occupations, including farming, horticulture, animal husbandry, nursery cultivation, and the production of roses, rosewater, and medicinal plants. In this article from Eligasht, we will explore more about Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah.
Garah Ban in Kermanshah
Kermanshah province can be considered a tourist paradise in Iran, as it not only boasts historical sites but also possesses very special and attractive natural landscapes. Kermanshah is renowned as one of the country’s tourism hubs due to its artistic and historical treasures. When words fail to describe the wonders of this province, the only way to experience them is to book a hotel and explore this fascinating city, where the history of Iran can be witnessed not only in contemporary times but also from the beginning of Aryan civilization and the grandeur of the Sassanian era. These historical sites not only evoke pride and honor but also captivate every beholder with admiration.
This time, we have ventured towards a village that may be less familiar to you, called Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah, which is a remarkable and renowned rural area due to its Russian architecture. Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah is a sacred place for Sufis, and the reason behind it is the existence of a place known as “Ojaq-e Hazrat-e Agha Bakhsh” and another stove used by the elders and close associates of this Sufi sect. In this area, except for Fridays, guests are welcomed on a vow basis every day.
A Brief History of Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah
If we want to briefly talk about the history of Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah, according to what archaeologists have said, evidence of settlement in this village has been observed before recorded history, indicating its significant role in the Middle East and Asia. One of the oldest signs of human presence in this village dates back to the Paleolithic period, proven by the discovery of stone tools in the current Harsin region, estimated to be at least two hundred thousand years old.
This shows that the village has a very ancient history. It is interesting to note that during the Sassanian era, Kermanshah province was used as a summer capital. After the advent of Islam and the Arab invasion of Iran, the Ahl-e Haq sect emerged from the 11th century onwards, and the community living in Garah Ban is known as Atashbeygi or Mashayekhi, which is one of the branches of this sect. They have built and maintained this place and developed it with the help and support of their followers.
Accommodation in Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah
If you don’t want to stay in hotels in Kermanshah, you can spend the night with the hospitable locals of Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah. However, it should be noted that the existing hotels in the city, such as Parsian and Lal Hotel Bisotun, are among the best in the province. During seasons when the village welcomes many travelers, there are local food markets and products available in the village, which are distributed among tourists as offerings. All these conditions are implemented in different ways depending on the number of tourists present.
Rosewater Products in Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah
Garah Ban Village is internationally famous for the production of rosewater. The livelihood of the village residents involves various methods such as agriculture, animal husbandry, and industrial product processing. They have a great determination to carry out quality production activities, which is evident in the herbal products brands named after the village, which have gained global recognition. Rosewater rose oil, and mint distillates from this region are exported to countries around the world. With the fertile soil in this area, the residents of this village have an exceptional opportunity to offer high-quality souvenirs and unique local cuisine to tourists. The taste of authenticity and quality remains an unforgettable memory in the minds of tourists visiting this region.
Maintaining Order in Garah Ban Village
One of the most important aspects observed in Garah Ban Village is its orderliness and unique architecture. The village has beautiful gardens and water features, and to reach the main building, you must pass through a grand boulevard adorned with artistic floral decorations. The wider and more magnificent the boulevard becomes as you approach the main structure, which is near a mausoleum, it seems as if a colorful carpet has spread to the mountain peak. When you wander through this village, you will encounter a path that is guarded and closed off at the foot of the mountain.
This path has a specific style and is intended for entering the grounds of the main building. The reason for this is that on Fridays and even some months of the year, the main building is closed to tourists. This closure is due to attending to internal affairs, carrying out specific tasks, harvesting village products, and conducting special religious ceremonies for the residents of the village. This is why tourists should inquire about acceptance and access to the village before visiting.
Transportation Routes to Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah
If you want to travel to this village, there are various means of transportation available such as airplanes, buses, and private cars, depending on your preference. One of the most cost-effective ways is by bus, which will take you to Kermanshah, and from there, you’ll need to take a taxi to Garah Ban Village. However, keep in mind that the taxi fare can be quite high.
Depending on how smartly you plan your trip and schedule your visit to this place, if you travel by private car, you can spend less on transportation.
Access Route to Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah
To reach Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah, you first need to make your way to Kermanshah Province. Then, you can take a taxi or a private car available in the area and head towards Garah Ban Village in Kermanshah. To reach the village, you should first go to Shohada Square and then proceed to Shahid Keshvari Boulevard. After passing through the industrial town of Faraman, which is a few kilometers after the Bisotun intersection on the Harsin side, you will need to ask the locals in the area for the exact directions to reach your destination promptly.
In conclusion, Garah Ban Village is a hidden gem in Kermanshah province, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. As more travelers discover this enchanting destination, it is sure to become a must-visit location for those seeking an authentic and unforgettable experience in Iran.
1- Where is Garah Ban Village located?
Garah Ban Village is located in Kermanshah province in western Iran. It is nestled amidst the stunning mountainous landscapes of the region.
2- What are the main attractions in Garah Ban Village?
Garah Ban Village offers a range of attractions for visitors. Some of the main highlights include its breathtaking natural beauty with mountains, valleys, and waterfalls, the traditional mud-brick architecture of the houses, the warm hospitality of the local people, the ancient Garah Ban Castle, and the nearby Bisotun UNESCO World Heritage Site with its rock reliefs and inscriptions.
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Humanis, EM Strasbourg Research Center and The European Institute for Advanced Studies in Management (EIASM) are organizing the 4th GAMOD - EIASM Workshop on Governance and Management of Digitalization on "The Power of Digitalization in Making the World Smarter and More Sustainable". This event will be held at EM Strasbourg on November 7, 2022.
Objective of this research workshop
- To create a unique forum for international exchange of qualitative and quantitative research in the areas of Governance and Management of Digitalization, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics, Cyber Security and ICT.
Research in all stages (phd Thesis, research in progress and completed research) is welcome.
- Laura Georg Schaffner is Associate Professor in Information Systems at EM Strasbourg Business School and member of the HuManiS research laboratory at the University of Strasbourg. Her current research interest includes security governance and metrics development. She received her PhD from the University of Geneva with high distinction and worked for 8 years as management and strategy lead in ICT for European consultancies. From 2015 to 2017, she headed the Norwegian Information Security laboratory, one of the largest European research laboratories in security. Since 2014, she has been engaged as topic expert for the Research Executive Agency of the European Commission.
Michael Hilb is founder and CEO of DBP Group and a member of the boards of directors of Klingelnberg, Kuhn and Sigvaris Group. He is a titular professor at the University of Fribourg and teaches strategy, entrepreneurship and corporate governance at the University of St. Gallen, the University of Zurich and Singapore Management University.
Michael is, inter alia, a member of the advisory boards of the WEF Climate Governance Initiative, the European Confederation of Directors' Associations and Digital Switzerland and serves on the boards of trustees of the International Board Foundation and the Foundation for Value Creation.
- Jessie Pallud is a Full Professor of Management Information Systems at EM Strasbourg Business School in France. She received her dual Ph.D. in Management and Computer Information Systems from Paris Dauphine University and Georgia State University. Her research focuses on IT-related behaviors, user reactions and emotions, human-computer interaction and technologies of the cultural heritage. She has been a member of program committees and reviewer for national and international conferences in the domains of Information Systems, such as ICIS and AMCIS as reviewer, and ECIS as track chair and Associate Editor. She has published in the European Journal of Information Systems, Journal of Management Information Systems, Information Systems Journal, Information and Management, and in the proceedings of leading international conferences, such as the ICIS, AMCIS and ECIS. She was Associate Editor for the French Journal of MIS from 2019 to 2021.
Call for papers
This 4th Research Workshop will address:
- Part 1: DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND DIGITAL STRATEGY, BUSINESS AND ORGANISATION
- Part 2: GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- Part 3 : GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF CYBER SECURITY
- Part 4: SUSTAINABLE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
To present a paper at the workshop, authors should submit a 1 page abstract by August 31, 2022.
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While the choices available for project management methodologies have increased significantly, questions remain on whether project managers fully consider their alternatives. When project categorization systems and criteria are not logically matched with project objectives, characteristics and environment, this may provide the key reason for why many software projects are reported to fail to deliver on time, budget or do not give value to the client. The purpose of this paper is to identify and categorize critical success factors (CSFs) and develop a contingency fit model contrasting perspectives of traditional plan-based and agile methodologies.
By systematically reviewing the previous literature, a total of 37 CSFs for software development projects are identified from 148 articles, and then categorized into three major CSFs: organizational, team and customer factors. A contingency fit model augments this by highlighting the necessity to match project characteristics and project management methodology to these CSFs.
Within the three major categories of CSFs, individual factors are ranked based on how frequently they have been cited in previous studies, overall as well as across the two main project management methodologies (traditional, agile). Differences in these rankings as well as mixed empirical support suggest that previous research may not have adequately theorized when particular CSFs will affect project success and lend support for the hypothesized contingency model between CSFs, project characteristics and project success criteria.
This research is conceptual and meta-analytic in its focus. A crucial task for future research should be to test the contingency fit model developed using empirical data. There is no broad consensus among researchers and practitioners in categorizing CSFs for software development projects. However, through an extensive search and analysis of the literature on CSFs for software development projects, the research provides greater clarity on the categories of CSFs and how their direct, indirect and moderated effects on project success can be modelled.
This study proposes a contingency fit model and contributes towards developing a theory for assessing the role of CSFs for project success. While future empirical testing of this conceptual model is essential, it provides an initial step for guiding quantitative data collection, specifies detailed empirical analysis for comparative studies, and is likely to improve clarity in debate. Since previous studies have not rigorously assessed the impact of fit between project characteristics, project environment and project management methodology on project success, additional empirically robust studies will help to clarify contradictory findings that have limited theory development for CSFs of software development projects to date.
Previous research for software development projects has frequently not fully incorporated contingency as moderation or contingency as fit (traditional vs agile). This research sets out to develop fully a contingency fit perspective on software development project success, through contrasting traditional plan-driven and agile methodologies. To do this, the paper systematically identifies and ranks 37 CSFs for software projects from 148 journal publications and holistically categorizes them as organizational, team, customer and project factors.
Ahimbisibwe, A., Cavana, R.Y. and Daellenbach, U. (2015), "A contingency fit model of critical success factors for software development projects: A comparison of agile and traditional plan-based methodologies", Journal of Enterprise Information Management, Vol. 28 No. 1, pp. 7-33. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEIM-08-2013-0060
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The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between task variety and counterproductive work behavior (CWB) and the relationship between change in task variety and change in CWB. CWB is proposed as being a behavior that serves as an outlet by which employees can express displeasure and acts as a substitute for a lack of interest when task variety is low.
This study analyzed survey data that were collected at two points in time (T1 and T2) from 515 employees with different occupations working in Switzerland.
Task variety at T1 negatively related to organizational CWB (CWB-O) at T2 and interpersonal CWB (CWB-I) at T2. Task variety at T1 was also related to a change in CWB-O and a change in CWB-I. However, change in task variety showed a non-significant relationship to change in CWB-O and change in CWB-I.
Results indicated that employees tend to respond with CWB when task variety is permanently low and that CWB may even increase over time. Further studies that examine the dynamics between task variety and CWB are therefore recommended.
Findings inform the practice on the potentially harmful effects of unstimulating work designs and therefore have implications for how to better prevent CWB.
The two-wave data collection allowed for differentiation between the effect of the baseline level of task variety at T1 on CWB at T2 and the effect of a change in task variety on a change in CWB.
This work used data of the Swiss Human-Relations-Barometer project that was supported by the Ecoscientia Fundation. Special thanks go to Alexandra Arnold and Wiebke Doden for their support in data collection.
Morf, M., Feierabend, A. and Staffelbach, B. (2017), "Task variety and counterproductive work behavior", Journal of Managerial Psychology, Vol. 32 No. 8, pp. 581-592. https://doi.org/10.1108/JMP-02-2017-0048
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The world has been warned it cannot abandon its efforts to deliver a future of renewable and sustainable energy in the hunt for short term fixes to the current global energy crisis.
Urs Baertschi, (above) Chief Executive Officer Reinsurance EMEA at Swiss Re warned the need to maintain the move towards net zero has to be maintained and despite the pledged from many nations to reach the figure by 2030 the need to make progress in the months ahead remained urgent.
“Disruption from the war in Ukraine continues to ripple across the globe, leaving many countries scrambling to secure alternative fossil fuel supplies amid turbulence in international relations,” said Baertschi. “But as nations seek near-term solutions for immediate energy challenges, we must be mindful not to lose sight of the crucial long-term goal of transitioning the global economy to net-zero.
“Our climate is already sending us urgent messages about the perils of not acting. As Swiss Re’s 2021 Economics of Climate Change report showed, the world stands to lose at least 10% of global GDP from climate change if 2050 net-zero carbon emission goals aren’t met.”
He added there was simply not time to waste of the world was to meet its targets and limit global warming to manageable levels.
“The time is now – which is why the short- and medium-term push by nations to secure new fossil fuel resources must remain merely a bridge to a more sustainable future where we rely on renewable power like solar, wind and hydroelectricity across the board,” Baertschi explained. The benefits of this go way beyond mitigating climate change, forming the basis of stronger economies, creating jobs and underpinning growth for nations and companies that embrace it.”
The Reinsurance industry had a huge role to play he added and in many ways it had to lead by example by sticking to its pledges to support the transition to a sustainable energy future.
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What are you filling your cup with? Are you filling your cup with negativity? Are you filling your cup with doubt? Are you filling your cup with fear?
If so, consider emptying your cup and refilling it with things that will add value to your life. It is so easy to focus on what scares us. When we shift our thinking from negative to positive, we create space in our minds for creativity. We give ourselves room to be inspired, and our inspiration blooms into productivity.
A significant number of my life experiences, while varied, have taught me many valuable lessons. As an encourager, I have and continue to invest time speaking life to others. Walking in this truth with complete integrity, I acknowledge that there was a time when I spent more time taking care of others and neglected my self-care. I found myself on a journey of pouring out of my cup, taking care of everyone and everything while leaving little to nothing for myself.
Eventually, I found myself at the brink of running on empty. The dangers of allowing our cup to become bone dry can lead to burnout. Yes, I am very confident that we can attempt to be superwomen, mastering the task of multi-tasking and getting things done. We can often learn to master our goals, walking in our purpose, and mistakenly risk forsaking the most important person on our journey–ourselves.
"When you take care of yourself, you're a better person for others. When you feel good about yourself you treat others better." – Solange Knowles
To live an intentional life, we must establish me-time moments by laying a deliberate foundation. Here are some ways I found helpful on my journey to keeping a full cup:
Dare to be Vulnerable! It’s okay to be honest with yourself as well as with others.
Follow YOUR Truth! Know when to retreat. Your mind, body, spirit, family, and friends will appreciate you for it.
Own YOUR Voice! Un-apologetically say ‘no’ to things that distract you from keeping your cup full and living an intentional life of purpose.
When we establish purposeful me-time moments, they create meaningful opportunities for our commitment to live intentionally and on purpose. As you move forward this day, remember to not leave the table with your cup half-full. Why? Because YOU Matter!
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A power plant boosts biodiversity. Does that really sound credible?
This is of course somewhat overstating the point, but in the case of solar parks it is actually true: They often increase the biodiversity of an area compared to the situation before. It is especially the case for previously arable land.
How come? To start with, such projects are generally built on agricultural land.
Many of us associate a field with something natural; a place where many animals feel at home – with a construction project, on the other hand, we think of something unnatural and see a threat to biodiversity. In actual fact, from a conservation perspective, the quality of intensively cultivated arable land is not really any better than that of a supermarket parking lot: Crops are sprayed, the soil is fertilized and machinery such as tractors make life difficult for the animals. Or, put another way, a bird that broods in a field often does so for the last time.
What is different about a solar park?
The proportion of sealed land is incredibly small and the undeveloped land can be turned into a high-quality conservation area. The result is real nature – largely free of human influence. And numerous studies have proved that the modules do not disturb most species or a habituation effect can quickly take hold. Then there is the fact that we mainly use land that does not produce high agricultural yields anyway due to its soil quality. Incidentally, surveyors also take into account the impact of a solar park on the visual landscape.
Is it even possible to objectively assess the impact of solar parks on the visual landscape?
There are set criteria used by the surveyors to assess aspects such as diversity, individuality and beauty. The bottom line is that solar parks break up purely agricultural landscapes and create variety. As a result, the human eye also benefits. A carefully planned planting and care concept naturally further increases this effect.
Are the measures for greater biodiversity the same for every solar park?
No, we draw up an individual concept for each solar park. There are overlaps; for example, we generally sow highly blossoming regional seeds. Yet the key factors are the existing species inventory and habitat potential.
Incidentally, the aim of most measures is not just to benefit one specific species, but biodiversity as a whole. Let's take the example of the skylark: Assuming that we create spaces for breeding grounds and wildflower strips as a feeding habitat, these measures will not only help the skylark. They will equally offer insects, small mammals, reptiles or other bird species high-quality habitat structures.
Huge technical progress has been achieved with the modules: We can now generate twice as much power on the same area as we could ten years ago.
Plants and animals live undisturbed because humans and larger animals have no access. Fences generally have a distance of about 20 cm to the ground so that small creatures can still get into the solar park (so-called small animal passages). In some regions, a so-called wild boar-proof fence must be built to protect flocks of sheep from wolves.
Hedges and shrubs are planted in order to connect individual habitats with one another and create high-quality structural diversity (a biotope complex) aimed at species conservation.
A solar park seals less than 1% of its total area. Only the posts for the modules take up space. At very large solar parks, fixed stations may be added (inverter station(s) / transformers).
Plants and animals also live beneath the modules because light can also get through here. What cannot be seen from above is the fact that there is clearance to the ground of at least 80 cm. The abundance of insects is an important food source for many breeding bird species.
Shepherds can use the site as pasture, and thus maintain the land in a natural way.
Many construction projects are supervised by independent environmental specialists. They monitor whether conservation measures are carried out properly and in compliance with laws and regulations.
The honeybee is one of the most important working creatures of all and, like many other pollinating wild bee and insect species, it will find a diverse paradise in the solar park. Regional honey is obtained from some parks.
We sow regional seeds. This creates a new and natural habitat adapted to the location for many plants and animal species – sustainably and often for over 20 years. Depending on the location, an especially high density of species can be observed among grasshoppers, butterflies, reptiles and breeding birds, in particular.
A solar park is like a health cure for the soil: Fertilizers and pesticides are not used, and the site is not managed by any mechanical equipment such as tractors. Humus increasingly forms, which not only binds CO2, but also increases the fertility of the soil in the long term.
The larger a site is, the more likely it is to provide habitats for rare and protected species (such as sand lizards or hoopoes).
If solar parks often improve the biodiversity of an area anyway, especially when adhering to the additional measures – does EnBW’s commitment still go beyond what is required by the authorities?
We are seeing that the pressure to comply with regulations is increasing with the number of photovoltaic sites. Measures that project developers carry out voluntarily in a park are often already part of the regulations in the next project. It is nonetheless important to us to seize the environmental opportunities associated with a solar park regardless of official regulations. Many of these aspects are also included in the so-called voluntary commitment to good planning of photovoltaic sites – an initiative launched by the Association of Energy Market Innovators, to which we have signed up.
What exactly does this voluntary commitment involve?
We take a holistic approach to the planning of a solar park. Let’s take the space between the module rows: From a purely conservational perspective, it would make sense to follow the principle “the bigger, the better” – and this of course would require the largest possible space. We therefore keep within sensible limits. As a result, we use less space to yield the same amount of electricity.
Another example involves breeding habitats of certain species such as skylarks. Our aim is to keep them on the site of the solar park rather than taking external measures for them. Incidentally, both examples are in line with the prevention principle as enshrined in environmental law. According to this principle, fewer interventions in nature should be preferred to compensatory measures.
People are generally not given access to solar parks. Does the possibility nonetheless exist to gain an insight?
In June 2021, the nature magazine GEO held its annual Day of Nature. We joined in the fieldwork in two – highly different in terms of biodiversity – EnBW solar parks (only available in german) and organized virtual insights for all interested parties. You can find out more about the initiative and biodiversity in our solar parks on our website page Solar park habitats (only available in german).
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iO Partners proudly announces the appointment of Charles Boudet as Group CEO.
With this appointment, iO Partners wishes to further accelerate growth and contribute to the transformation of the real estate sector.
Charles Boudet, an industry veteran with a diverse background, brings a wealth of experience from inside and outside the Real Estate industry to his role as Group CEO.
Before joining JLL in 2006, Charles served as Supply Chain Director at the global food company Danone.
Charles Boudet then had a distinguished 18-year career with JLL. After taking on various leadership roles, Charles became CEO France, Belux, South and Central Europe in 2015. Under his leadership, JLL doubled its revenues and engaged in transforming the way it operates by integrating data and technology at the heart of its services.
Charles’ tech savviness and people orientation aligns perfectly with iO Partners’ vision of leveraging innovation to excel in the consultancy landscape.
Charles Boudet expressed his enthusiasm for the entrepreneurial environment at iO Partners, emphasizing the development potential: “I am excited to be part of iO Partners and to contribute to its growth journey. My aim is to make the most of the innovation opportunities that lie ahead and draw from my previous experiences to position iO at the forefront of top-tier consultancy. I believe in the power of people, collaboration and technology to help us reach ambitious goals.”
Michael Stanton, Founder of iO Partners, declared: “Attracting a leader of Charles’s caliber speaks volumes about the future trajectory of our company. It’s a testament to the confidence in iO Partners, but also an acknowledgment of the opportunities that await. I’m confident that Charles’s wealth of experience, combined with our entrepreneurial spirit, will play a significant role in our continued success and development.”
iO Partners looks forward to a successful partnership under the leadership of Charles Boudet and is ready to embark on a journey of excellence in the CEE real estate consultancy market.
About iO Partners:
iO Partners (IOP) is a real estate services company headquartered in Vienna, providing a full suite of services in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Serbia and Slovakia, comprising Agency, Leasing, Capital Markets, Valuation, Project and Development Services and Advisory. With a commanding presence in the Industrial and Office sectors, and the leading valuation team in the region, the company has offices in Belgrade, Bratislava, Bucharest, Budapest, Prague and Vienna. iO Partners is a JLL preferred partner in Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania and Slovakia. For further information, visit iopartners.com.
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Audrey Louise Grove-Siegel, 82, passed away on January 25, 2024, after her seven years living with dementia.
She was born in Livermore, California to Herman and Mary Simpson.
She married Richard J. Grove in Alameda, California at the Navy base where he was stationed and actively serving in the Navy. They fell in love, had two children, Dawna and Rick. After 38 years together Rich passed away. Their passions were traveling, Old Cars, water skiing, and with the last adventure, being owner/operators of the Bayview Mercantile where they were active in their community.
Audrey left Bayview and started her new chapter. She met and married Terry Siegel, and they had several things in common, travel being their first love. Terry preceded her in death in 2006.
Audrey had a green thumb and loved spending time in her gardens. She enjoyed feeding and watching her “hummingbirds” and let you know what she thought if you happen to have more hummingbirds than her. She kept all birds and squirrels fed and went so far as to name the regulars.
Audrey is survived by her daughter Dawna Grove; son and daughter-in-law Rick and Kelly Grove; son and daughter-in-law Blazo and Alice Mitasev and family.
Audrey is also survived by her grandchildren: Amber Barnett, Gary Barnett, Lindsay Tucker, Brook and Kyle Wilder, Levi and Britany Lenz, Chase and Carly Grove, and Mason Grove. She was also blessed with 15 Great grandchildren.
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The Jelly Roll Jazz Band
(4 Reviews)Based In: Scarborough, Yorkshire and the Humber
The Jelly Roll Jazz Band are a lively and dynamic traditional jazz band, originally based in the North East of England but now working regularly across the country. They have a diverse repertoire, ranging from New Orleans standards like ‘Bourbon Street Parade’ through to Disney classics such as ‘The Bare Necessities’, via some less conventional tunes – anyone fancy a jazz version of ‘My Heart Will Go On’? Whatever the occasion, the band are certain to bring smiles to faces and help the event go with a swing.
They usually play as a trio or quartet, and can easily adapt th
... eir instrumentation depending on a client’s needs and the availability of the musicians. Furthermore, they are able to play completely acoustically, making them ideal for outdoor events.
They perform regularly at everything from wedding receptions to birthday parties to exhibition openings. Recent engagements have included playing for the Tour de Yorkshire, Malton Harvest Food Festival and the ‘Monday Menu with Music’ at Scarborough Spa Complex.
The band has an extensive repertoire of over 100 songs. See www.thejellyrolljazzband.co.uk/about/repertoire for a comprehensive list, or see below for some examples:
Bare Necessities, The
Down By the Riverside
Everybody Loves My Baby
Five Foot Two
I’ll See You in My Dreams
Lady is a Tramp, The
On the Sunny Side of the Street
Pennies from Heaven
Sheik of Araby, The
Take the ‘A’ Train
Under the Sea
When the Saints
Yes, We Have No Bananas
The Jelly Roll Jazz Band was originally formed in 2010 by Laurence Marshall, and first performed as a quartet of clarinet, tenor saxophone, banjo and tuba. According to Laurence,
“We initially set up the band for a church fayre. I borrowed a tuba and wrote out some march cards with tunes on that I’d picked out from listening to bands and from what sheet music I could get hold of. We did a lot of busking, and [trad. jazz] was perfect as the repertoire we played was happy and upbeat and lots of people know the tunes in the backs of their heads. It always made us
... some pocket money and it’s very fun music to play as you can do whatever you want really.”
Since those early days the band has developed considerably, and today it usually takes the form of a trio, with clarinet, banjo (or guitar) and double bass (or sousaphone). The band draws its musicians from a pool of around seven regular members depending on who is available, and this fluidity creates a constant stream of fresh inspiration and ideas.
One of the band’s greatest strengths is its flexibility. Much of the music is improvised around a core melody and chord progression, and therefore it is very easy to change or add instruments depending on the occasion and which players are free.
The musicians all originate from Scarborough, and the band still performs regularly in this area. However many of the members now live further afield, and they are available for bookings across the country. Recent performances have taken them as far afield as London, Darlington and Warwick.
Repertoire and Influences
The style of music they play is traditional (‘Dixieland’) jazz, and they have a repertoire of around 100 songs so are able to play for hours without repeating themselves. Furthermore, they are capable of playing for hours without repeating themselves. They cover a range of standards from the 1900s to the 1930s, including such favourites as ‘Down By the Riverside’, ‘When the Saints’ and ‘The Sheik of Araby’. Their repertoire also features more recent hits like ‘The Bare Necessities’ and ‘Moon River’, and they have even branched out into ‘90s pop with versions of ‘My Heart Will Go On’ and ‘…Baby One More Time’. Always keen to broaden their horizons, the band have recently begun writing original material, and they are currently working on a trad. jazz version of Stravinsky’s ‘The Rite of Spring’.
Their influences include jazz greats such as Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Jelly Roll Morton and Chris Barber. The eccentric humour of The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band plays a big part in their performance style as well, often lending a slightly surreal edge to proceedings.
Types of Performance
The band plays regularly at a wide range of events and occasions, for example:
- Wedding receptions
- Wedding anniversaries
- Birthday parties
- Great Gatsby-themed parties
- Cheese and wine evenings
- Village fayres
- Agricultural shows
- Exhibition openings
- Open-top bus rides
They are available for concert performances as well, where their lively style and natural rapport with an audience ensures a highly entertaining evening for all involved. In concert, they are able to include rather more props and bits of audience participation, such as ‘The Incredible Shrinking Clarinet’, ‘The Dice of Set List Determination’ and ‘The Onions of Self-Awareness’. To get an idea of how the band comes across in this setting, have a listen to their album ‘Indoors At Last’, which was recorded live in concert.
The band is very compact, and can easily squeeze into the corner of a room if space is limited. In the past this has allowed them to perform in tight spaces such as the area at the front of an open-top bus, and even someone’s living room! Furthermore, they are capable of playing for hours without repeating themselves.
They usually perform completely acoustically, and therefore do not need a power supply of any sort. This makes them ideal for outdoor occasions, and events that involve a lot of moving around. If amplification is required, however, they can include that at no additional cost.
Another feature of the band is their ability to walk around whilst playing, depending on the combination of instruments (it’s much easier to do with a sousaphone than a double bass!). This is especially useful for outdoor events such as fayres and rallies, and can lend a really dynamic feel whilst enabling the musicians to cover a much wider area.
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5 Ways to Combat the Summer Brain Drain Learning isn't just for kids. Take advantage of summer by picking up a new skill or two.
By Dennis Yang •
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.
We're over a month into summer now, and parents across the country are hard at work combatting summer brain drain - a valid concern about the lazy days of summer that lead to setbacks when they return to the classroom.
Without ongoing learning during the summer, what's to offset the effects of constant screen time, spent on Instagram, Snapchat, etc.?
Consider the fact that 65 percent of kids in grade-school may end up doing work that hasn't been invented yet, and you may agree that kids time during the summer may be better spent at educational camps.
When was the last time you learned something new?
Having a growth mindset isn't just for kids. Parents - and all adults really - need to pay attention to their own summer brain drain. So before you jump on your kids to join the library's summer reading challenge, or sign them up for SAT practice, take a look in the mirror, and ask if you're tending to your own mental stimulation.
I'm a father of two myself, so I know what you're thinking. "Are you kidding? My brain's operating at peak capacity. I don't have room for more."
Or maybe you're a work martyr, who compulsively answers email while waiting in line for the Star Wars ride at Disneyland, and you don't think you have a second to spare for something that feels self-indulgent. If that sounds like you, you might want to think again.
There may be consequences if you choose to deprioritize your own learning.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average worker will have between 12 and 15 jobs over the course of their careers, and more companies are following Google's lead in caring less about where you went to school. Instead, employers care more about how well you learn.
Learning is a habit. Much like getting your body in shape, you can't exercise for four years, and then say you're set for life.
You need to keep working at it. But just like fitness experts advise us to form an exercise habit we enjoy, so we'll stick with it, you also need to learn how to learn.
Summer is a great time to begin expanding your mind and following your curiosity. Longer daylight gives the illusion of having more time, and if you're a parent, you very well might have more hours to yourself since you're not running kids to and from school and extracurriculars. It's the perfect season to seek out new knowledge, and improve your learning chops.
Here are a few ideas to give your brain a workout, and put yourself in the learning mindset.
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1. Take an online course on an unfamiliar topic.
You could pick something work-related, but that may feel antithetical to summer fun. Instead, get moving on that hobby you've always wanted to try. The possibilities are endless. Learn to cook an exotic cuisine. Paint with watercolors. Play a musical instrument. Or learn how to speak a foreign language. There's no reason you can't study on your tablet while you sit by the pool.
2. Elevate your favorite pursuits to the next level.
If you're already into gardening, grilling, outdoor team sports, carpentry - whatever - up your game by learning advanced techniques from an expert.
3. Open your mind to new ideas.
Read a good book, or listen to one. Visit a museum, or join a MeetUp. Go to a lecture, or audit a college class.
4. Do something nice for others.
You may not equate volunteering with learning, but the two activities are closely connected. Giving time to a worthy cause can help you see social issues in a new light, and inspire you to grow in new directions.
5. Share your knowledge.
Summer is a great time to tutor kids, who need extra help during the off-season, or become a big brother or sister to a child, who doesn't get to go to camp. You could mentor older students, navigating college life or preparing to enter the workforce. Or create an online course so you can teach people, who are hungry to learn all over the world.
Let's be clear - I don't begrudge anyone their right to indulge in the mental equivalent of junk food over the summer. But you know how it feels after only eating junk food for a while. You need to eat your veggies too. Fortunately, veggies can be delicious if they're prepared right. The same goes for learning.
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No such sensor yet exists. The best you can do is correlate turbidity from a sensor with measurements from water samples.
Patrick Lorch replied to the topic Problems compiling Logging_to_EnviroDIY example in ModularSensors in the forum Monitor My Watershed 6 years, 1 months ago
Trying again with the code…
Patrick Lorch started the topic Problems compiling Logging_to_EnviroDIY example in ModularSensors in the forum Monitor My Watershed 6 years, 1 months ago
I am relatively new to sensor programing and the MayFly. Not sure if this is the right place for this question.
I have been trying to run a simple example of the Logging_to_EnviroDIY in the ModularSensors examples. I cannot get it to build in Platformio. There are many scoping errors like the ones below.
Does modularSensors or this example…[Read more]
Thanks Sara. I am betting that just changing the IP address will fix the problem. I was not aware it had changed. I will change that in the README.md and submit a pull request.
After I discovered the modular library, I had intended to use that for real deployments, but wanted a simple working example to show folks at work first. I will gladly…[Read more]
Thanks for your help. I could see that some loggers are posting, but since many are not, it is hard to tell if something has changed. I also know you have been working on the modular sensor code and wondered if that worked differently. I tried to get that working, but had trouble, and thought I should get the simple example working first.
I am new to IOT and REST APIs.
I have been trying for several days to debug a problem with one of the examples from here:
In the Logging_to_data.EnviroDIY example, I cannot get the server to respond or take my POST.
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‘Art, craft and design embody the highest forms of human creativity.’
Intent: What do we aspire for our children in art and design at The Epiphany School?
The Epiphany School art and design curriculum is designed to engage, inspire and challenge children whilst equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, invent and create their own works of art, craft and design. They become progressively more proficient in the techniques of drawing, painting, sculpture, collage and printing. Our children: develop a love and appreciation for the visual arts; a knowledge of significant artists, craftspeople and designers; increase critical awareness of the roles and purposes of art and design in different times and cultures; and analyse works using the language of art and design.
We have designed an art and design curriculum which enables children to achieve excellence, through progressively knowing more and remembering more from EYFS to Year 6. This is achieved through increasingly challenging end points of learning. Children’s developing expertise means they build sufficient knowledge and skills that could enable them to achieve high degrees of specialism and proficiency in art.
Implementation: How do we deliver our art & design curriculum?
In our art and design curriculum, concepts are used as the big ideas within the subject discipline. These help pupils make sense of what they are being taught so that meaning can be made and connections formed; developing children’s growing schema within art and design. The disciplinary knowledge allows pupils to learn about meaning and interpretations; materials and processes; and the journeys and connections through time between art’s past, present and future. This knowledge puts into context much of the practical knowledge learnt in the art and design curriculum. Underpinning the curriculum, are our drivers of enquiry and vocabulary. Each unit of work has a sequence of smaller enquiry questions, building towards an overarching main enquiry question.
Each unit of work will usually go through three core stages:
Try out new ideas
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ASAE has announced that Sarah E. Tielemans, Advancement Manager of the National Association of Episcopal Schools has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the association industry.
To be designated as a Certified Association Executive, an applicant must have a minimum of three years experience with nonprofit organization management, complete a minimum of 100 hours of specialized professional development, pass a stringent examination in association management, and pledge to uphold a code of ethics. To maintain the certification, individuals must undertake ongoing professional development and activities in association and nonprofit management. More than 4,300 association professionals currently hold the CAE credential. The CAE Program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
ASAE is a membership organization of more than 40,000 association executives and industry partners representing 7,200 organizations. Its members manage leading trade associations, individual membership societies and voluntary organizations across the United States and in nearly 50 countries around the world. With support of the ASAE Foundation, a separate nonprofit entity, ASAE is the premier source of learning, knowledge and future-oriented research for the association and nonprofit profession, and provides resources, education , ideas and advocacy to enhance the power and performance of the association and nonprofit community. For more information about ASAE, visit asaecenter.org. | <urn:uuid:636eabc0-1fe1-4ea3-bee1-29cae2154310> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.episcopalnewsservice.org/pressreleases/naes-advancement-manager-sarah-e-tielemans-earns-certified-association-executive-credential/ | 2024-04-13T21:34:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.925023 | 276 |
Disaster Relief Fund
The Equestrian Aid Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund exists to assist equestrian communities in crisis due to unforeseen and dire circumstances, such as those created by natural disasters or other events unpreventable through reasonable cautionary measures.
With community support, we can take immediate action to ensure the basic wellbeing and/or survival of those affected. Like all monetary donations to the Equestrian Aid Foundation, donations made to the DRF are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
One hundred percent of donated funds will be directly allocated to relief efforts. Our partnerships will not fund the overhead of other businesses or organizations doing relief work.
In response to natural or unforeseen disaster, funds will be used to help meet the urgent and immediate needs of equestrians within, or evacuated from, devastated areas. Please note that donations to the Disaster Relief Fund cannot be designated to a specific entity or person at the donor’s request. Rather, the Board of Directors will utilize the foundation’s vast network of organizations, equestrians, and equine professionals across the United States to determine how funds can most effectively serve the equestrian communities of geographic areas in crisis.Disaster Relief funds will not be disbursed to cover the overhead of other organizations providing relief or to provide assistance that can be more appropriately provided by a traditional grant from the Equestrian Aid Foundation. | <urn:uuid:242eff77-b6a5-4cff-8977-02207c2d782c> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.equestrianaidfoundation.org/disaster-relief-fund | 2024-04-13T23:16:05Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.919282 | 284 |
Both in-person and online gaming and gambling companies need solutions that improve the player experience and meet industry regulations. By preventing fraud and ensuring the financial security of customers you can enable trust.
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Selection and Recruitment Policy
As Eroğlu Giyim, we are proud to see innovative, result-oriented and open to development individuals who aim to make a difference in the textile industry. We expand our dynamic staff by taking the skills and abilities of the candidates through inventory studies and applications we receive both through career portals and references.
Salary and Benefits Policy
In line with our principles of "justice and equality," we determine a fair wage scale for each position. Through job evaluations, we ensure that our employees receive the value they deserve. We also provide social rights and assistance tailored to our employees' needs.
Learning and Development Policy
The greatest wealth of Eroğlu Clothing is its talented employees. By supporting their professional and personal development, we aim to increase both individual and corporate success. With special development programs for managers and potential managers, we train them to become leaders in the industry.
Career Planning Policy
Every individual's potential is an opportunity for them to rise in their career with us. At Eroğlu Clothing, we support our employees in career planning according to their own goals.
Employee Motivation Policy
A happy employee means successful work. For this reason, we support social and cultural activities that will increase the motivation of our employees, aiming to create a stronger Eroğlu Clothing family together. | <urn:uuid:867877dc-201b-45dc-8b89-a1570ccb255c> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.eroglugiyim.com/hr-policy | 2024-04-13T23:06:05Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.961488 | 275 |
Improving support for victims of crime
Victims of crime are getting their lives back on track, thanks to a range of support services on offer in Essex.
People falling victim to crime in the county are supported via Essex Police and the initiatives it has in place.
Alongside police officers who keep victims up-to-date with investigations, we also fund a range of general and specialist services to help victims to cope and recover:
Victim Support delivers a general support service to all victims of crime in Essex. About 10,000 people are referred per quarter, with up to 2,000 engaging directly. More than 70 per cent of victims who engage are better able to cope, feel safer and more informed after receiving support.
For victims of sexual offences, Synergy provides Independent Sexual Violence Advisors and community support. Over the last year, the demand has gone from 750 victims in the first quarter of 2020/2021 to 1,047 over the same period in 2021/2022. More than 90 per cent of victims are better to cope, can communicate their needs and feel safer.
Compass runs a 24/7 domestic abuse helpline, while Changing Pathways and Next Chapter provide Independent Domestic Violence Advisors, community outreach and refuge. All three services are provided in partnership with Essex County Council and other partners, and form part of the countywide response to domestic abuse overseen by the Southend, Essex and Thurrock Domestic Abuse Board.
We invested £832,863 this year into Independent Domestic Abuse Advisors (IDVAs) and Independent Sexual Abuse Advisors (ISVAs). The funding from the National ISVA and IDVA Fund and Critical Support Fund was shared between Victim Support, domestic abuse charities Changing Pathways and Next Chapter, and the consortium of rape and sexual abuse specialist support services, Synergy Essex. The funding meant two additional caseworkers could be recruited at Victim Support to work with standard and medium risk victims of domestic abuse, providing telephone and face-to-face support. At Changing Pathways, the money was invested in five specialist domestic abuse advocates, including expanding the service to include an advisor for young people. Synergy used the additional funding to increase capacity for Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs).
For some, having professionally mediated communication with the perpetrator of the crime that affected them is a positive way to help them to cope and recover.
For perpetrators, it can also offer a life-changing experience as they come face-to-face with the people their actions have impacted and feel the emotional cost of their actions.
The Essex Restorative and Mediation Service received 368 referrals during 2021/2022, an increase of 24 per cent compared to 2020/21.
Of those providing feedback, 73 per cent said the process had a positive impact on them and 89 per cent said they were satisfied with the service they received.
All of the perpetrators who provided feedback said they would behave differently going forward. | <urn:uuid:66ceff5c-a4a6-4b21-998f-552568a03aa0> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.essex.pfcc.police.uk/news/improving-support-for-victims-of-crime/ | 2024-04-13T21:41:09Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.96182 | 604 |
Source: Concord Flash, nr. 57, January 2009
More then 25 participants from NGOs, the European Commission and the European Economic and Social Committee participated in the lunch debate on Gender Budgeting as an instrument for good governance. It was organised by the EU Civil Society Contact Group, which CONCORD is a member of alongside seven other NGO sectors. This mid-January debate was timely, as 2009 will see the European Commission proposal for the EU budget reform and its discussion in the Council. The meeting addressed the following questions:
• What is gender budgeting?
• What are practical examples of gender budgeting?
• How can gender budgeting be implemented in a European setting?
Five academic and NGO speakers gave an encompassing presentation of gender budgeting as a tool for good governance. "Gender Budgeting" is the process through which public budgets are examined in order to assess whether they do or they do not contribute to more equality between women and men, and then to introduce changes that promote gender equality accordingly.
In all societies, access to resources, rights and power are still unequally distributed between women and men. All public policies play a role in contributing to achieving the goal of equality between women and men. In particular, a government's decision about how money is raised and spent can either widen or diminish the gap between the situation of women and men. Budgets transform political priorities and commitments into practical measures. In working to achieve a more equal society it is therefore important to question if a commitment to gender equality is taken into account when budgetary decisions are made.
For further information: ([email protected])
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Subsea 7 S.A. confirmed the award of a major(1) contract by Turkish Petroleum for the second phase of the Sakarya field development offshore Türkiye in the Black Sea.
The award for this two-phase subsea development was announced in redacted form on 12 May 2023. The first phase has been recorded in the backlog in the second quarter of 2023 and the second phase, expected in 2024, remains subject to sanction by the client.
The contract is awarded to a consortium including Subsea7 and its partner in Subsea Integration Alliance, OneSubsea®2, as well as SLB and Saipem. The integrated project scope of the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) contract will cover the subsurface solutions including subsea production systems (SPS), subsea umbilicals and flowlines (SURF).
The scope of work to be executed by Subsea7 comprises the EPCI of approximately 37 kilometres of infield flowlines, 47 kilometres of control umbilicals and associated subsea equipment in water depths of 2,000 metres. The contract also includes additional FEED studies and options to further extend the scope of work.
Project management and engineering will be managed from the Subsea7 office in Istanbul, Türkiye and offshore activities are expected between Q2 2025 and Q3 2025, with optional scope between Q4 2026 and Q4 2027 subject to final investment decision by the client.
Franck Louvety, Africa, Middle East & Caspian Vice President said: “Through the close collaboration of Subsea7, OneSubsea® and Turkish Petroleum, first gas from Sakarya Phase 1 was delivered just 30 months after discovery. Subsea7 looks forward to extending this relationship for Phase 2 and continuing our contribution to the development of the energy industry in Türkiye.”
(1) Subsea7 defines a major contract as being one where Subsea7’s share of revenue over USD 750 million.
(2) OneSubsea® is the subsea technologies, production, and processing business of SLB
Subsea7 (Oslo Børs: SUBC, ADR: SUBCY) is a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the evolving energy industry. We create sustainable value by being the industry’s partner and employer of choice in delivering the efficient offshore solutions the world needs.
Subsea7 is listed on the Oslo Børs (SUBC), ISIN LU0075646355, LEI 222100AIF0CBCY80AH62.
Türkiye Petrolleri Anonim Ortaklığı (TPAO) has been established in order to perform hydrocarbon exploration, drilling, production, refinery and marketing activities on behalf of the Turkish Republic with the law 6327 in 1954.
TPAO continued exploration, production, refining, marketing and transportation activities until 1983 as an integrated oil company. TPAO has been acting as a state owned exploration and production oil company since the legal regulations made in 1983 and some other more recent changes. | <urn:uuid:760e0e62-d6d4-44d7-a45d-f7521ecefef7> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.euro-petrole.com/subsea7-confirms-major-contract-offshore-turkiye-n-i-25572 | 2024-04-13T23:28:24Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.945943 | 648 |
AI4LIFE is a Horizon Europe-funded project that brings together the computational and life science communities. Its goal is to empower life science researchers to harness the full potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) methods for bioimage analysis – and in particular microscopy image analysis, by providing services, and developing standards aimed at both developers and users. With a consortium of ten partners, AI4LIFE promises to create harmonized and interoperable AI tools & methods via Open calls and public challenges and bring these developments to researchers via strategic outreach and advanced training. The services provided and solutions developed within the AI4LIFE framework are crucial to solving today’s microscopy image analysis problems and will contribute to boosting the pace of biological and medical insights and discovery in the coming years.
A bridge between the life sciences and computer sciences
The AI4LIFE consortium is coordinated by Euro-BioImaging ERIC, the ESFRI research infrastructure for open access to biological and biomedical imaging services, and is made up of 10 partners, bringing together leading AI/ML researchers and developers of popular open source image analysis tools, as well as providers of European-scale storage and compute services, and representatives of diverse European Life Sciences Research Infrastructures.
AI4LIFE builds on existing efforts in the domain of image analysis, in order to better share, integrate and consolidate the development of new tools and drive their adoption by the user community. The project has a two-fold strategy:
• To provide the infrastructure and services that will enable all imaging scientists to reap the benefits of the new state-of-the-art of image analysis tools.
• To support and foster method developers, enabling them to put their latest methods into the hands of end-users in wet labs and imaging facilities.
Democratizing access to AI for image analysis
The consortium partners will build an open, accessible, community-driven repository of FAIR pre-trained AI models and develop services to deliver these models to life scientists, including those without substantial computational expertise.
To do so, the project partners will strive to:
• Democratize availability of AI-based image analysis methods as FAIR services;
• Provide integrated access to cloud computing resources for evaluation of pre-trained models;
• Establish standards for submission, storage of and FAIR access to reference data, reference annotations (ground-truth), trained AI models, and trainable AI methods;
• Simplify model deployment, sharing, and dissemination of AI-based methods as a new developer-facing service;
• Organize Open Calls and Challenges for outstanding image analysis problems in the EU Mission areas of the Horizon Europe framework programme;
• Empower common image analysis platforms by AI tools;
• Organize outreach and training events for life scientists via targeted image analysis courses and workshops as well as by participation in the largest international conferences.
AI4LIFE will be a crucial dedicated infrastructure for the bioimage computing domain. It will build on the expertise of the partners in developing and maintaining popular, open-source and user-friendly tools and resources including:
• FIJI/ImageJ and CSBDeep by Florian Jug's team at Human Technopole, Milan
• Ilastik by Anna Kreshuk's team at EMBL, Heidelberg
• BioImage Archive by Matthew Hartley's team at EMBL-EBI
• DeepImageJ by Arrate Muñoz-Barrutia's team at University Carlos III, Madrid
• Human Protein Atlas and ImJoy by Emma Lundberg's team and Wei Ouyang at KTH, Sweden
• ZeroCostDL4Mic by Ricardo Henriques' team at Institute Gulbenkian, Lisbon
Together these partners will deliver a unified approach and standards for sharing AI-based models in a specialized BioImage Model Zoo.
The project also includes users and developers from various fields brought together by the different Research Infrastructures:
• Euro-BioImaging ERIC for Biological and Biomedical imaging
• Instruct-ERIC for structural biology
• EU-OPENSCREEN ERIC for chemical screening
• EMPHASIS for plant phenotyping
• EMBRC ERIC for marine biology
These partners will ensure that the services developed in AI4LIFE are accepted and used by a wide range of life scientists.
Furthermore, project consortium members are embedded in the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) and other pan-national andor global initiatives, and represent a wide range of life science domains, from structural biology and chemistry, to plant biology and marine science. All members are qualified to prepare life scientists for responsible use of AI methods while driving community contributions of new models and interoperability between analysis tools.
For more information about our project and to follow it as it develops, please continue to visit our website (www.eurobioimaging.eu) or follow us on social media (Twitter, LinkedIn). | <urn:uuid:7a27d485-205c-4024-aaef-c13d07ed2e96> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.eurobioimaging.eu/news/proud-to-be-part-of-the-ai4life-project/ | 2024-04-13T22:07:52Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.896867 | 1,020 |
A conversation with Ahmad Mansour
EFD Policy Advisor Ahmad Mansour is interviewed on Germany's NDR radio show "Der Talk" about his background growing up in an Arab town in Israel and his time spent in a fundamentalist Muslim group before attending university where he overcame his prejudices against Jews. Today Mansour works in Germany as a psychologist and helps children from immigrant backgrounds as part of the HEROES project.
The show is recorded in German only. You can listen to it here. | <urn:uuid:1ca9a4c9-7ece-4956-b349-72c7eb255911> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.europeandemocracy.eu/news/ahmad-mansour-talking/ | 2024-04-13T21:19:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.977557 | 97 |
Our first Danish distillery, one to watch for the future…
After recovering from the Whisky Messe in Kolding on Saturday (which was my first ever day visiting Denmark too), I was back in town bright and early Monday morning. This time, I took a bus to the far north end of the town for another first - my first visit to a Danish whisky distillery, Trolden.
Despite being located on the edge of the countryside and an industrial estate, the distillery building immediately struck me as new and easily recognisable. This isn’t a shed with a few stills in the back, but somewhere that is keen to encourage visitors. Daniel showed me around, and explained that Trolden had started as a brewery back in 2005 but relocated here just in time for the pandemic to hit in 2020.
Sadly not a rare story - Brennerei Henrich had a similar problem with their new tasting room!
Thankfully, there are signs of recovery and growth. Daniel explained that they now host 2 tastings every Saturday, combining beer, gin, and whisky. It's a lot of work for the total team of 4 who run Trolden, a distillery whose name *does* refer to trolls but also to a local railway which used to haul coal around this part of Jutland: it was nicknamed ‘Trolden’, and the distillery even incorporated an old railway sleeper in the new space, turning it into this cool lighting fixture!
The small team at Trolden does everything by hand, and their first whisky release was a 4YO bottled in 2015. Daniel stressed that despite investments like this new location, Trolden is firmly a microdistillery. Their claim on every bottle to be ‘one of the world’s smallest distilleries’ is pretty solid when you learn that their potential capacity is only 5,000 litres per year (or ‘LPA’), and they don’t even make that right now.
For scale, the 80,000 beers that Trolden bottle by hand every year equate to 10 minutes of Carlsberg’s production in nearby Fredericia! While their aim is to focus on whisky long term, beer currently takes up a lot of Trolden’s time…
While Trolden are currently limited to a single 700L batch of wash every day, new equipment being installed will soon quadruple that rate of production. They use M1 beer yeast and ferment for 5 days, with IBCs serving as washbacks. Besides one or two 45ppm peated batches for experimentation, all their malt is unpeated pale ale malt from local malters Fuglsang (who are their own success story in recent years). Though dark roast malts arrive from the Belgian Malterie du Chateau for some of Trolden’s dark beers, they haven’t used them for whisky yet…
Trolden double distil using old-fashioned Portuguese copper pot stills made by Barros & Silva. These gas-fired stills look like something from a medieval alchemy workshop, but they work as well as any (and if you look at Stauning’s website, you’ll see there are other Danes using them too…).
Despite their small size (which normally means a lot of copper contact), these stills lead into worm tubs. As any Craigellachie fans/enemies will tell you, that helps make a more oily, meaty spirit. While I wouldn’t say Trolden’s whisky tastes like Craigellachie specifically, you can certainly feel the effect of these condensers and the low reflux of these old fashioned Portuguese alambics.
The warehouse where Trolden house maturing casks has corrugated iron sides, allowing for significant seasonal temperature fluctuations. That said, it's more consistent than their old arrangement, where barrels sat in the hot stillroom (an arrangement we saw last year at Bossche Stokers).
Trolden also has 5 casks sitting in the permanently chilly dungeons of Koldinghus - the castle at the centre of Kolding! First time I’ve heard of castles used to mature whisky…
While some Trolden whisky matures in bourbon hogsheads and wine barriques, most goes into smaller barrels: 64L rebuilt sherry butts. The first barrel Trolden filled in their new location was very fitting - ice wine from Skærsøgaard, one of Denmark’s first two winemakers when licences were first granted in 2001. When Daniel said this was nearby, he wasn’t kidding - Skærsøgaard is within walking distance of Trolden.
Trolden also has a co-operation deal with a mead maker. Trolden distil some of this guy’s mead to produce something more like a Danish “rum”, while he gives them seasoned barrels in turn. I think these are the most interesting casks I’ve heard about in Denmark besides AEro’s Danish oak (which is much harder to get than mead!).
Trolden’s whisky range comes in two parts: the Nimbus series, and the Cumulus series. Everything is single malt and small batch. The Cumulus series are single cask batches of 60 to 90 bottles apiece and released at cask strength. These bottles are for whisky nuts to really get stuck into! With 7 batches so far, you can try Cumulus batches including local barley, virgin oak, PX, Limousin oak… As Daniel put it, 'this is our playground'.
Nimbus Stratus is their signature expression, the consistent counterpart to the experimental Cumulus. This is also ideal for beginners: 46% ABV, a mixture of PX and ex-bourbon casks.
For something only a hair over 5YO, the Nimbus Stratus has a heavy and oily nose. The palate has plenty of spice for 46%, and the PX sends out waves of marmalade and pomegranate. With such rough stills (I say that lovingly), Trolden really must have optimised their process to produce this kind of spirit.
That heavy base could really trick you into thinking this was a Scotch single malt specifically. I’d like to put it next to a Tomatin port cask in a blind tasting and see what happens…
Daniel also let me try Trolden’s new make (at 60% ABV) to compare. Despite the oily weight, this didn’t have the nose-wrinkling of a CS whisky. Sure, it had that sour-milk smell of new make, but the palate was warm and surprisingly pleasant.
Trolden also has some peated Nimbus, which doesn’t actually smell very smoky despite using 45ppm malt. The aromas were more biscuit and hazelnut. The peat gave it spice, but very little rubber or sulphur. It had a more heady sweetness, but lacked the fruit of the unpeated variety.
The Limousin oak Cumulus had strong toffee aromas (Daniel’s tasting note, but I agreed). I would compare this to a Tamdhu 10. The finish wasn’t that heavy despite an ABV of 58%. It had that strong strawberry aroma of classic French oak, but some grape bitterness too. The PX Cumulus had surprisingly little fruit for something that should be very sweet. This was also peated, and heavy notes came through from that: more almond than the blackcurrant you might normally expect.
The Virgin Oak was heavier than a Laphroaig Cairdeas but certainly reminded of it, with a nice plum aftertaste. Conversely, the merlot cask Cumulus is sour and acidic, sharp with very little sweetness. It's drier even than an Amarone cask - as Daniel said, it's not designed to be a crowd pleaser.
The mead cask Cumulus sample I was allowed to try is sadly not for sale - Trolden are still waiting on more to mature. I can’t wait for that, as this had an amazingly light nose dancing around in the glass but a drying palate that closed to a sweet finish. There’s some aroma in there I’ve never had before in a whisky… warm and grainy with the musk of honey. If I had to find a parallel, I’d say there’s some overlap with Dalwhinnie, but this has 10x the character of that malt (sorry Dalwhinnie fans).
We ended with the Anniversary, a 64% ex-bourbon aged expression with only 18 bottles made! This had a real kick - a sweet wall of flavour and a fresh wood aroma. Not fresh wood like the pine smell you get from young whiskies, but a dark hardwood. Daniel suggested teak, and I wouldn’t argue with that.
What does the future look like for Trolden? They’re well set up for visitors, and they have plenty of time for events and visits outside their current Saturday tastings. Kolding is right in the middle of Denmark, accessible by train and with the distillery itself in easy bus or taxi range of the centre. If you’re in the Netherlands, Germany, or Sweden, they can send bottles to you from their online store.
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Exporting seafood products to China is a complicated and long process. According to Chinese laws and regulations, seafood products can be exported to China only after a protocol is signed with the government of the exporting country. The list of countries with active protocols for seafood is available at: http://www.customs.gov.cn/spj/zwgk75/2706880/2811792/3030674/index.html. Exporters from countries without an active protocol, cannot export to China.
If there is a protocol in place, each individual production establishment must also register on GACC’s CIFER platform, following the procedure for the so-called “high-risk products”, i.e. through recommendation from competent authorities in the country/region where they are located (see corresponding FAQ above). In short, the production establishment contacts its national competent authority, which in turn verifies the establishment’s compliance with China’s food safety requirements, and release a username and password to login on GACC’s CIFER platform. The establishment will then complete the registration on the platform by submitting all the relevant documentation and information required. GACC will then conduct a substantive technical review, including document examination, video checking, on-site reviewing, or a combination of these. If the assessment and examination results are positive, GACC will issue the registration number and notify the competent authority in the country where the establishment is based. The whole registration process is relatively complicated and long.
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The weather has started to take a turn for the chill, and that means there's no better time to ramp up the hot cocoa to warm up.
My husband likes to make sure the kids have plenty of cocoa for the winter and will be the first to run to grab something in powdered form in a package. Now while I'm not exactly knocking Ms. Miss, I one of those who likes to figure out how do make a good DIY out of food.
So that's exactly what I did.
Alongside my favorite peppermint mocha that rivals Starbucks, I have a stash of recipes I like to use to amp up my kids' hot cocoa. I think I secretly hope that my husband will stop buying the store bought.
Today I'm sharing my recipe for hot cocoa mix. This recipe is a good replacement for your packaged version, but it also makes more than enough for a canister (about 48 ounces), so it can be stored in one of those large mason jars.
I use my Vitamix to blend it all together because it's a powerhouse and doesn't make the chocolate chips clump in the mix (with the oils). You could use a food processor as well.
I've added mini dehydrated marshmallows to mine, which adds a little more sugar to the end product. The kids also add in Kraft mini marshmallows because the dehydrated ones disappear pretty quickly.
Overall, this recipe makes a good creamy and chocolaty hot cocoa that I think you'll love. Side note. A good cup of hot cocoa just seems to look a whole lot more appealing in my Afro Glam Cup by Alicia Boateng Designs. ;)
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There seems to be no end in sight to the ongoing Android vs. iOS argument. However, one aspect that casts a negative light on Android App Development is that it takes a lot longer. And regrettably, this is accurate given the platform’s fragmentation. How about if we told you that we can prevent it? Android Frameworks for App Development are useful in this situation.
These frameworks enable developers to produce excellent Android apps with fantastic features more quickly. You can only create apps that stand out using frameworks, given that there are over 2 million apps available in the Android store, which controls about 85% of the market.
Here, we’ll talk about the top 11 frameworks for developing Android mobile applications. We’ll go into more detail about each of these and highlight some of their key characteristics.
React Native – The Best Android App Development Framework
React Native is a cross-platform app development framework rather than only an android framework. META, formerly known as Facebook created this framework in 2015.
The need for React native app development companies has been increasing quickly as a replacement for React. React Native has quickly established itself as one of the greatest products available.
One of the best aspects of this framework is that programmers may use the same code to create apps for iOS and Android. As a result, react native app development is relatively quick and affordable.
This platform’s first place on the list of android frameworks is a result of a number of its characteristics. And we strongly urge you to take this into account for your project to design an Android app.
Corona SDK Framework
Corona SDK, as you could have inferred from the name, is an open-sourced SDK framework. Released in 2009 it is a tested technology and in use for more than ten years.
This framework is unique and has one specific objective. How to make games for Android?
This framework’s straightforward syntax enables developers to make amusing and aesthetically beautiful applications. The best part is, that it offers ease of development and quick time to market
You can benefit from a variety of Android games and mobile app development services supported by Corona.
jQuery Mobile App Development Framework
There is a good probability that you have heard about JQuery if you’re trying to recruit professional developers for the creation of android apps.
Amazing features, a sizable community, support for various technologies, a quick time to market—this platform has it everything. The nice thing is that you can also make web apps using this, in addition to mobile apps.
To create all other solutions, developers only need to write a single piece of code. It makes the development process much simpler for developers and is likable for clients.
Sencha Touch Framework
One of the most popular Android app development frameworks is Sencha Touch. And this one differs from all the others we’ve talked about thus far. This framework targets producing native Android applications.
For this reason too, it is also recognized as the greatest Android programming framework.
Sencha Touch is a tool you should use if you want to build an application that performs well and aids in the expansion of your business.
When it comes to hybrid app development services, Xamarin is one of the most popular options among clients. This open-source Android Framework created by Microsoft is a favorite of developers all around the United States of America.
Dotnet is at the core while UI/UX is developed in this framework.
It becomes even more powerful and alluring to businesses when integrated with other mobile app development tools, like Visual Studio IDE.
Appcelerator Titanium Framework
Out of the few libraries specifically designed for Native Android App development is Appcelerator
Well, this is a name that everyone who is knowledgeable about developing mobile apps is familiar with. Google, a major player in technology, developed and owns Flutter SDK.
This platform’s open-source framework enables programmers to make powerful cross-platform applications.
As a result, this platform made use of a single codebase and Google’s proprietary Dart Language. As a result, it is used for app maintenance and support along with Flutter app development.
Telerik is a well-known software provider with its headquarters in Bulgaria. It supports open-source NativeScript. It is without a doubt one of the best Android frameworks for app development, but it also functions as a framework for hybrid apps.
With no coding experience required and no need to employ an Android mobile app development business, users may create apps for Android, iPhone, iPad, and HTML Web apps with App Builder, a cross-platform app creator.
There are frameworks that go by the name of “White Label Apps Development”. These appear as simpler to use and more efficient. But they come with many drawbacks as well. Read this blog post, The Good, Bad, and Ugly of White Labels Apps, to fully grasp the idea.
The comparison of Android mobile app frameworks is now complete. You could have found one that works for your project after looking through all the Android Frameworks for App Development. All that’s left to do is work with specialized mobile app developers to build your own.
For real assistance, speak with a well-known android app development firm first so they can assist you with it.
As you can see, there are many different Android frameworks available, and each one has a special set of features that can be applied to the creation of any kind of app. Each of these solutions, which have all been embraced by the biggest IT firms in the world, has the potential to overtake another as the best framework for developing Android applications. | <urn:uuid:13f7eae4-514b-4735-85fe-4740a5091549> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.exatosoftware.com/blog/best-android-frameworks-for-app-development/ | 2024-04-13T23:57:08Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.930825 | 1,162 |
Air Conditioner Repair in Massapequa, NY 11758
Do I Need AC Repair? Warning Signs You Need to Contact a Massapequa, NY Air Conditioning Repair Company
For more than 30 years, Excellent Air Conditioning and Heating is been maintaining the comfort and safety of Nassau County homes with top-quality AC repair services. We’re a locally owned and operated, fully licensed and insured Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair company, and we’re committed to providing the clients we serve with the most reliable results possible.
Our professionally trained HVAC contractors are experts in their field and use the most advanced techniques, state-of-the-art technologies, and proven strategies to deliver dependable AC repair services. When your central air conditioner starts acting up, keep your cool and contact Excellent Air Conditioning and Heating for dependable Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair company.
Signs You Need to Contact a Massapequa, NY AC Repair Contractor
Days at the beach, splashing in the pool, visits from the ice cream man, chasing lightning bugs, family vacations, and just slowing down and taking the time to appreciate the little things in life; there really is nothing better than the summer.
While there’s no denying that summer is one of the most wonderful times of the year, there is one major downside: heat and humidity. When the temperature and dew point starts to rise, things can get rather uncomfortable – and even potentially dangerous – pretty quickly, but fortunately, you have a central air conditioner to keep your Nassau County home cool and comfortable. Unfortunately, however, like any other system, a central air conditioning unit can experience problems that can reduce its efficiency, and when that happens, your comfort and safety can be negatively affected.
By paying attention to your central air conditioning system and knowing the signs that indicate trouble, you’ll be able to contact an AC repair professional and avoid discomfort. Here’s a look at some of the telltale signs that indicate it’s time to schedule an appointment with a Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair company.
Hot air is the most obvious sign that you need to call an AC repair professional. Obviously, when it’s functioning properly, an HVAC system produces cool air; however, if the air coming out of the vents in your Nassau County home feels warm rather than cool, well, you should schedule an appointment with a Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair company.
Poor airflow is another sign that you need AC repair services. If the air coming out of your vents seems weak or you can’t feel any air at all, cool air won’t circulate through your Nassau County home and conditions will get hot and sticky quite quickly. An experienced Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair professional will be able to identify and fix the cause of the problem.
While an HVAC system does make some noise when it’s functioning properly, generally, that sound is minimal and blends into the background. If, however, you notice any unusual sounds coming from the system – banging, clunking, whirring, or screeching, for example – shut the system off and call a Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair company. Those strange noises could be linked to a variety of issues, from a loose part to a damaged component.
Do you notice strange scents coming out of your central AC’s air vents and traveling throughout your Nassau County home? If it’s a musty odor, that could be a sign of mold growth in the vents or somewhere else in the system. If it’s an electrical smell, you might have an issue with an electrical component. As soon as you smell any odd odors coming from your central air conditioner, turn the system off and call an AC repair technician. A licensed Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair technician will detect and correct the source of the problem.
Need AC Repair Services in Nassau County?
If you’re having any of the above-mentioned issues or any other problem with your HVAC system, get in touch with Excellent Air Conditioning and Heating. Our team of professionally trained Massapequa, NY air conditioner repair experts will perform a thorough assessment of your unit and will make all of the repairs that are necessary to restore its function – and restore your comfort. For more details about our AC repair services or to request a free estimate, call 516-248-2795 and one of our courteous associates will be more than happy to assist you.
Some information about Massapequa, NY
Massapequa is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the southern part of the Town of Oyster Bay in southeastern Nassau County, New York, on Long Island, east of New York City. It is adjacent to Amityville in Suffolk County. As of the 2010 census, the CDP had a total population of 21,685. Greater Massapequa, including North Massapequa, East Massapequa, and Massapequa Park, has a population of over 75,000. It is serviced by the Massapequa station and Massapequa Park station on the Long Island Rail Road.
A 19th-century writer identified Massapequa as one of the ’13 tribes of Long Island,’ but additional research has shown that they were a band of Lenape, the Algonquian-speaking people who occupied the western part of the island at the time of European encounter. The bands were identified by names of the geographic areas they occupied.
The Native Americans to the east spoke a different Algonquian language and were related to the Pequot people of Connecticut and southern New England, another in the large Algonquian languages family of tribes in coastal areas along the Atlantic Ocean. Major bands of Pequot in eastern Long Island were the Montaukett and Shinnecock. Today the Shinnecock Indian Nation has gained federal recognition and has a reservation on the South Shore of Long Island.
Directions from Massapequa, NY to Excellent Air Conditioning and Heating
Here are some HVAC-related links:
- American Society Of Heating, Refrigerating And Air-Conditioning Engineers
- Air Conditioning Contractors of America
- Air Movement and Control Association
- Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association
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New Year is fast approaching, and if the usual trend is anything to go by, January will bring with it a host people getting into fitness for the first time (or returning to it after some time away). This is great, and I would encourage it 100%. However, there is another trend I always notice, each and every year, no matter what gym I train at. The first thing a lot of these newcomers do? And, to be honest, it’s the same thing a lot of longer-term members do as well. They head straight for the treadmill!
I understand why this is. Running is simple. It burns calories and is an easy place to start for most people due to the fact they’ve done it before (even if just as a child). This can give a greater sense of confidence and comfort when getting started. However, is this really the best way to start going about fat loss? Is it a truly effective method of getting into great shape? Let’s have a closer look….
Simply put, in my humble opinion, the answer is a big fat (pun intended) NO. That may sound controversial to some people, in particular the cardio lovers out there, but I should be clear about one thing. I’m not saying don’t run. Far from it, running can be a great method in assisting fat loss. But is it the most effective? Or is running alone enough? Absolutely not. And it’s certainly not the place I’d recommend a gym newbie starting.
A lot of people will turn up to the gym and do cardio. Followed by cardio. And after that? More cardio. They’ll sit on the bike for 20 mins, then the cross trainer, then the treadmill. 20-30 mins on each, a nice steady pace, workout done and home. Ask them what their goal is, and the majority will say “I want to lose weight” (probably the most common goal you hear in the industry). By weight, I should clarify, they usually mean body fat as opposed to pure body weight (there’s a big difference). The logic of course makes sense. If you run, you are burning calories. In turn, you should burn body fat. Yes, this works. But you have to consider this – a lot of people simply don’t find going to the gym fun. It’s a chore. You want to spend as little time there as possible. And the way to do that? You need to be result-focused, and need to base your training around most effectively hitting those results. A nice, streamlined programme that you can go in, get done, and get out. Is running for 30 minutes going to burn calories? Yes. Is it the most efficient way of burning fat in a programme focused purely on that? Not at all.
So what is? And where should you start? Well before you even consider running, there are some preparations you should take and some things to consider, especially if overweight and starting a fitness journey. Every step you take when running, you are placing stress through your joints. If you are overweight already, these joints and structures are already under great stress every day. You don’t want to add to this by jumping straight on the treadmill. You need to prepare your body for the extra stress, and lifting weights is a fantastic and safe way to do this. Yes, it’s technically harder and will take some getting used to in itself. But that’s why we have fitness professionals. We can show you safe and effective techniques. Use weights to build strength around these structures that come under strain when running, and improve aspects like joint strength and bone density. After this you can start to think about the addition of running.
There are a lot of benefits to lifting weights (I won’t list them all here). In regards to fat loss directly, people forget you are still burning calories when lifting. Additionally, don’t forget that adding a bit of muscle will speed up your metabolism (simply put, your body will begin to burn more calories when in a state of rest). It’s a simple way of burning some fat, and isn’t going to take you hours in the gym. Lifting weights is also going to mean it’s more likely actual fat you are losing, rather than burning muscle. And the routine can be as easy as this; go in, warm up, lift some weights, chuck some cardio in at the end (preferably HIIT), and leave. It’s a simple programme, but most importantly it’s efficient AND IT WORKS!
One final point worth raising is the body shape you are actually after. With all due respect to marathon runners, I have never had a client bring me a picture of one and say they want a body like that. You need to consider the look you want when starting to run. If you don’t want to look like a runner, don’t train like them! I have, however, had people coming to me wanting to “lose fat and get a perky bum”, presenting a picture of some celeb or fitness model. Guess how I will get them to train? That’s right, exactly like the person they wish to look like. And usually, believe it or not, this involves way more weight than it does running.
Ultimately, the purpose of this article is to inform those unsure that you shouldn’t feel you need to run because you’ve been told it’s the way to start losing body fat. If you enjoy running, run. If the end goal of your training is a marathon, or to be a faster runner, then yes. Run. But, if you are just looking to burn fat, and in particular if you hate running, then simply don’t do it. Get someone to show how to lift weights properly, and watch the body fat drop that way. Then maybe consider adding running as a supplement to the programme. The key thing to always remember before you start running though – you don’t need to run to lose fat, you need to lose fat to run!!
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Winemakers are an eclectic bunch, often drawn from different backgrounds and often being the sole woman in their teams.
Historically, women have chosen viticulture and winemaking careers at lower rates than before – however these Yarra Valley winemakers are taking steps to change that trend.
Kate Goodman made an abrupt switch from biomedical science studies to winemaking after realizing it wasn’t what she was meant for. Since then she has made quite the name for herself by winning Australian Women in Wine’s “Winemaker of the Year” award 2024 and becoming head winemaker at Penley Estate Coonawarra and owner of Goodman and Nikkal wines in Victoria; earning recognition among Australia’s finest professionals as an industry expert.
Kate shared with us her journey towards becoming an influential force in the wine industry. She has an expansive knowledge of different wine styles and an eye for crafting modern and innovative vintages with true originality. Additionally, we discussed some trends she is observing within Australian wine such as moving away from big, tannic red wines to slimmer white varieties;
Kate works alongside her team at her winery to produce high-quality wines that reflect both the region and her personal style. She employs whole bunch fermentation and minimal intervention in her cellar as she believes these techniques help express varietal characteristics more fully; furthermore she embraces blending as it creates more complex and exciting wines.
As head winemaker of an esteemed Coonawarra winery, Kate oversees all aspects of production – vineyard management, grape growing and harvesting being her primary duties – including marketing and sales efforts for her products.
Kate is an icon among female winemakers globally, and her passion has earned her worldwide respect and admiration. Her winemaking work has been featured on popular shows like Showtime and Impractical Jokers; with millions viewing her work online.
Kate is an outspoken supporter of equal opportunities for women within the wine industry, believing it to be crucial that women feel secure in their roles and not fear pushing boundaries of what they can achieve.
Women are slowly making inroads into winemaking roles. Kate Goodman is one of these women, making waves within a male-dominated industry by taking up winemaking in her own unique fashion. In this episode, she shares her journey from vineyard to cellar as well as how she manages a career in wine with life outside the cellar.
Gwyn Olsen of Yarra Valley winemaking fame is another one to watch. Boasting international experience and several medals to her credit, she crafts wines that are both elegant and drinkable while working tirelessly towards gender equality in the wine industry.
Sarah Crowe is the winemaker at Yarra Yering and serves as a mentor for Kate. Born and raised in New Zealand, Sarah came to work at Yarra Yering in 2013 where she has created outstanding wines.
Kate is proud to be part of Yarra Valley Women Winemakers (YVWW). Founded in 2017, YVWW aims to recognize and promote female winemakers in an industry predominantly occupied by men. In addition to winemaking skills, many members are active in areas such as viticulture and marketing.
As we recognize International Women’s Day, we honor some of the world’s finest and most successful female winemakers from across the globe. Here is a selection of them below:
Women in wine are making waves within the industry as a whole, from Laura Catena elevating Pinot Noir to new heights to Rosa Kruger becoming an icon in South Africa and Susana Balbo owning and winning accolades with her winery; all these women are setting an exemplary path forward that can serve as an example and source of motivation to others in wine.
Sarah Crowe has made waves in the wine industry. A true “triple threat”, Sarah is renowned as a viticulturist, winemaker and general manager at Yarra Yering Winery; over time she has helped transform it into one which is known for its Pinot Noir wines both nationally and internationally.
Sarah immediately stands out with her infectious passion and energy for life, shaped by both good and bad experiences in her journey so far. Beginning as an assistant winemaker at Broken Wood in Hunter Valley before embarking on studies of Viticulture at Charles Sturt University.
Soon, she found success, becoming the winemaker at Yarra Yering in 2015. There, she quickly made an impactful statement as James Halliday called her out as having exceptional talent; additionally she received numerous accolades such as winning Winemaker of the Year at Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology Awards in 2017.
Sarah’s mesmerizing wines are the result of her in-depth understanding of vineyard and what each site can provide, along with an unwavering pursuit of quality, meticulous eye for detail, and exquisite palate that enables her to craft modern wines of exceptional quality. Sarah has been recognized for her commitment and hard work by being recognized with the 2021 Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the Year award.
Sarah finds the deep-seated boy’s club mentality of winemaking disappointing and hopes that her creation of Yarra Valley Wine Women can create a more inclusive environment for female winemakers. Sarah encourages other young women to pursue careers in agriculture – it’s rewarding and exhilarating industry!
Helen & Joey Estate
Helen and Joey Estate is a family run winery founded in 2010 at the foot of Warramate Range in Yarra Valley. As you head down its long driveway of vine-laden driveways you will reach their spacious cellar door deck which boasts amazing views across acres upon acres of undulating vineyard. Their wines include both classic Yarra Valley varieties as well as more unique styles such as natural and vineyard focused wines; along with iconic unicorn statue, Bruce, Helen & Joey Estate has quickly become one of the area’s most recognisable vineyards!
Meg Brodtmann, winemaker behind Helen & Joey brand, boasts over two decades of knowledge and experience across three continents. This can be seen through her wines that often exhibit natural elements with minimal intervention methods – Meg is committed to crafting wines with natural expression that capture the place they come from, becoming an ambassador for Australian wine worldwide.
Kate Goodman is an industry powerhouse, winning Australia’s Women in Wine award in 2018. A respected winemaker from both South Australia and Victoria, Kate currently works at Penley Estate as Head Winemaker while also owning/Director/Winemaker of Goodman Wines (Yarra Valley). Additionally she boasts numerous awards from across both states!
Be you male or female, it is inspiring to witness so many women winemakers making waves in the industry. From different backgrounds and with unique paths in wine making, all share an enormous passion for their chosen field and put forth their best effort. These women winemakers deserve our congratulations as strong and talented winemakers! | <urn:uuid:64028d37-80a0-4aea-9c61-1351e509ad8e> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.experienceyarravalley.com.au/blog/celebrating-women-winemakers-in-the-yarra-valley/ | 2024-04-13T22:00:53Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.968995 | 1,433 |
Expert Leader Chicago
What is an expert leader? Is it someone who gets the job done no matter what? Is it a person who brings your employees together to function as a unit, or is it someone who truly understands their employees, what they are capable of and what their strengths are? An expert leader can be all of these things and more and here at the Center for Expert Performance, we are here to help you identify those leaders and bring those qualities to the table.
When your organization lacks leadership, it suffers. Your employees aren’t working at an efficient level and they don’t share the same vision for the company as you. That is why it is important to hone and strengthen your leadership skills along with your employees to help your business succeed.
If your organization is in need of expert leaders in Chicago or if you would like more information about our training and coaching services, call us today at 847-831-3182. You can also fill out the quick contact form on this page and an associate will get back to you shortly.
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In a bathroom or dedicated space, the toilet area combines comfort, design, technology, trendiness and ecology. Whether floor or wall-mounted, yet always tailored to the available space and your favourite style!
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01 Take a good look at your space
How much space do you have for your toilet? The answer to that question will dictate whether you can opt for a compact or elongated, floor or wall-mounted toilet. Also consider the following:
- A floor-mounted toilet is easy to install.
- Mounted on a support frame, a wall-mounted toilet not only reduces clutter, noise and water consumption but also allows you to adjust the height of the bowl. For a sleek design and a floor that is easy to clean.
02 Go for an easy life
Want to simplify cleaning? Opt for a toilet without rim, or one fitted with TwistFlush technology (Villeroy & Boch) for optimum outflow and less cleaning.
03 Bank on hygiene
Optimum comfort, avant-garde technology and unparalleled personal hygiene? The shower toilet is the absolute benchmark: you can regulate the temperature of the water, the intensity and position of the jet via remote control or app. The only thing you will need is a socket in the vicinity of the toilet.
04 Call the colour
Express your sense of aesthetics:
- Choose between a round or square toilet shape, in a high-gloss or matt coloured finish.
- Add a cleverly designed, space-saving handbasin for an organised and comfortable toilet space.
05 Here's to prestige!
All our toilets come with a dual-flush system to release a small or larger quantity of water. But did you know that flush plates can also absorb odours, allow you to flush your toilet remotely, diffuse scentss and discretely guide you to the toilet in the dark?
06 What problem?
No waste pipe? Not a problem: once you have a socket and water supply you can connect a macerator to your toilet.
Or how about a shower toilet?
Water is essential for personal hygiene. We use its natural cleanliness for our daily care - everywhere, except for the most sensitive part of our body. Here are only some of the reasons why a shower toilet makes perfect sense:
- Unlike toilet paper, the pleasant water jet does not cause any irritation or inflammation of the skin.
- Shower toilets give people with reduced mobility greater independence.
- Shower toilets stand for the ultimate in personal hygiene.
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The Role: The objective of this role is to help make Faith Manufacturing operations run efficiently. This individual should have the ability to work as a team, make decisions about the parts they are handling, and work closely with their supervisor to ensure the proper handling of parts. Being a friendly, self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills is necessary for this role.
- Perform all tasks with safety and quality in mind and in accordance with established procedures and process instructions.
- Take necessary action to minimize delay time and maximize production
- Complete miscellaneous warehouse tasks as assigned
- Prepare all Parts/Raw Material for shipment to customer.
- Prepare material for shipment per Control of Packaging and Shipment procedure.
- Support Shipping Supervisor
- Maintain production efficiency levels
- Communicate, support and reinforce the values of the organization professionally
- Work in a team environment and be supportive of all company initiatives
- Maintain a safe and organized work area
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Must be safety minded and be able to follow safety guidelines
- Must be able to adhere to company policies and procedure
- Ability to communicate with people and follow verbal and written instructions
Work Type: Full time
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
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Outside hitter who is known for his time with the US men's national volleyball team. In 2015, he won gold and bronze medals at the FIVB World Cup and World League, respectively.
He played collegiate volleyball at Pennsylvania State University for the Nittany Lions. He led the men's volleyball team to four consecutive NCAA semi-finals.
He finished his career at Penn State with the then-second most aces in the school's history. In the fall of 2015, he signed to play professional volleyball with the Italian club Sir Safety Perugia.
He was born and raised in Ellicott City, Maryland.
He and fellow volleyball player Matt Anderson both rose to national prominence in the US playing for the Penn State Nittany Lions' men's team. | <urn:uuid:ba22210d-d7ad-4628-8e87-aa27f3671ec7> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/aaron-russell.html | 2024-04-13T22:45:14Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.98389 | 158 |
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Players will need to reserve ammo and medical supplies to survive the long night. Aim for the head and shoot whatever you can, or place accurate shots to kneecaps and limbs to disable enemies - and follow it up with a lethal combat knife attack.
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Less than 1% of orders are flagged for manual authorization. This process can take up to one working day, but orders are normally reviewed within a few hours. | <urn:uuid:1671c4ac-5dc4-4e6b-831f-762192e943a0> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.fanatical.com/en/game/resident-evil-2-biohazard-re-2-deluxe | 2024-04-13T22:56:00Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.874131 | 474 |
No dedicated citrate tube needed. The test is performed on blood samples collected in the same top lavender tubes used for full blood count.
Automated system for the direct determmination of ESR in blood/EDTA samples, 30 in a snap and/or random access. Automatic mixing, internal bar-code reader and printer.
Continuous loading of samples, touch screen interface, USB port and Bluetooth connection to PC, Tablet and Smartphone
No production of waste materials, no extra-costs for waste disposal
ESR is determined in the same full cell count closed tube: | <urn:uuid:a3137c72-aa6c-4718-858d-4671bccf05b9> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.farminpex.com/products/cube-30-touch | 2024-04-13T22:45:01Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.891231 | 121 |
Vacutainer® Conical Bottom Tube for Urinalysis
BD Vacutainer® Plus urinalysis tubes are designed to give you more time to test and process your urinalysis samples.
Additive: Ethyl Paraben, Sodium Propionate and Chlorhexidine Preservative
Bulk Tube size: 8.0 mL
Draw Volume: 16 x 100 mm Plus Plastic
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In the gambling industry, sportsbooks are where people place wagers on sporting events. These businesses are regulated by gambling laws in the US and have an edge over other types of gambling establishments because of their ability to offer competitive odds on a wide variety of bets. However, there are a number of things that sportsbook owners must consider before they launch their betting websites or apps. For instance, they must ensure that their products are user-friendly and that they comply with gambling laws in their jurisdictions. They should also ensure that their platforms are scalable and secure so that they can adapt to market standards over time.
The first step in running a sportsbook is to choose the right platform for your business. There are many different options available, but choosing the right one is crucial to your success. You should consider your budget, your target market, and the functionality of the site. The right platform will help you attract and retain users, which will in turn lead to increased revenue.
During the NFL season, March Madness, and other major sporting events, the best way to gamble is at a sportsbook. These places are crowded with people looking to place bets on their favorite teams and win big money. Luckily, online sportsbooks are now available for people to gamble from the comfort of their homes.
Before placing a bet, it’s important to shop around and find the best odds. This is just good money-management practice, and it will give you the best chance of winning. In addition, be sure to check out the lines for individual games. The Chicago Cubs may be -180 at one book but -190 at another, which will make a difference of.10 cents on a single bet. While this won’t break your bankroll, it can add up over the long run.
When it comes to evaluating a sportsbook, you want to make sure that they have a good reputation and treat their customers fairly. In addition, the sportsbook should be able to pay out winning bets quickly and accurately.
There are many different sportsbook software solutions on the market, but not all of them are created equal. Some are more affordable than others, and some provide better support than others. You should also make sure that the software you choose is compatible with your existing systems and can be integrated easily. It’s also important to note that some sportsbook software providers offer additional services, such as payment processing, risk management, and customer service.
The last thing you want to do is start a sportsbook without a license from your local gambling authority. Gambling is a highly regulated field, and it’s important to follow the rules to avoid legal issues down the road. In addition, you must implement responsible gambling measures such as time counters and betting limits. You should also consult with an attorney to make sure that your sportsbook is compliant with all relevant gambling laws and regulations. | <urn:uuid:a61b83dc-f5d3-4bcc-97e9-be730e866d7f> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.farmvillefeed.com/running-a-sportsbook-2/ | 2024-04-13T22:26:04Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.971122 | 586 |
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