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Prosecution of famed Jordanian satirist sparks outrage in civil society
Over three hundred lawyers signed a letter to defend Ahmad Hasan Al-Zoubi in court, with many showing up to the courthouse as a show of solidarity, causing the public prosecutor to delay the session.
The prosecutor issued a travel ban against al-Zoubi on Sunday, preventing him from leaving the country for at least a month.
The prosecutor has yet to reveal the charges, but al-Zoubi told The New Arab that the case was in response to a Facebook post he made criticising a speech by a Jordanian official during a series of transportation strikes in December.
"Freedom of speech is becoming worse in Jordan. Freedom has to be guaranteed for all journalists," al-Zoubi told TNA.
"As a journalist and satirist, you are a referee between parliament and the government. If you see a mistake or violation, you write about it … and then they can fix it. You are speaking for the people," al-Zoubi said.
Al-Zoubi's legal defence expects that he will be charged under Jordan's electronic crimes law, which has been criticised in the past for being overly vague and for a policy to stifle dissent.
"The case of Ahmad al-Zoubi summarises the current scene in Jordan. It's a continuation of the policy of restriction on rights of freedoms in Jordan, specifically freedom of speech," Hala al-Ahed, a lawyer and member of the National Forum for Detainee's Rights, told TNA.
The case against al-Zoubi was brought against him for "the right of the public," which allows the plaintiff in an electronic crimes case to conceal their identity, which activists say is often used to the advantage of the government.
"Initiating complaints by the cybercrime unit has become a way to put pressure on activists, draining their time and burdening them and their families," al-Ahed said.
Al-Zoubi said that he has been subject to 16 separate electronic crimes cases in recent years.
While al-Zoubi's case galvanised public opinion, the electronic crimes law – passed in 2019 – has been used against a slew of activists since its adoption.
The law has been applied to the leadership of the largest labour union in Jordan, the Teacher's Syndicate, as well as to a coffee stall owner who posted a Facebook status about the prime minister's wife.
"The law prohibits things like hacking. But the real insidious thing is the vague Article 11 which criminalises defamation and slander, without defining what the terms mean," Adam Coogle, the Deputy Director MENA at Human Rights Watch (HRW) told TNA.
He also described several different tactics used by the government to target activists, including travel bans and repeated delays of trials.
While journalists are not supposed to be imprisoned for crimes related to speech under the country's press law, the electronic crimes law takes precedence if their work is published online, Coogle added.
Jordan's constitution has provisions which guarantee freedom of speech and assembly, but these protections are "in actuality, not being implemented," Salah Armouti, a member of parliament and signatory to the letter to defend al-Zoubi, told TNA.
"The freedom of opinion and expression is in the constitution, but our problem is in implementation and violations of the constitution. Unfortunately, we are seeing many activists and citizens being prosecuted," Armouti said.
Human rights monitors noted a decline in civil freedoms in Jordan and noted a trend of state repression of activists.
HRW said in September 2022 that "authorities use vague and abusive laws that criminalise speech, association and assembly," as well as "harassment" of members of civil society. | <urn:uuid:d975d670-46fc-4d07-a9b2-4815035e2c56> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.newarab.com/news/prosecution-famed-jordanian-satirist-sparks-outrage | 2024-04-21T21:59:02Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.97735 | 779 |
CHIKKAMGALURU: With Naxal activities declining in the Malnad region of three districts, the government is contemplating to close down some Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) camps. Police personnel working in the camps are getting ready to return to the Home Department.
The government forced the ANF in 2005 following Naxal activities in the hilly region of Malnad for social justice reaching its peak. The forces were deployed in various vulnerable places in Naxal-infested Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga and Udupi districts.
IPS officer late Madhukar Shetty was appointed as the first SP of the region. Civil police were handpicked who were given special training in combing operation against Naxalites and the ANF teams started functioning in the three districts. They worked in shifts in 12 ANF camps including Dyavalakoppa, Kigga, Kerekatte, Jayapura and Agumbe in Shivamogga, Karkala and Hebri in Udupi district. Each camp comprised 30 to 35 ANF policemen. The police and Naxalite exchanged fire after they started operating under the SP.
Since ANF is an extra burden on the exchequer, the government plans to reduce the number of camps to to five or six, and Dyavalakoppa and Jayapura NF camps will be closed down. Police personnel in the closed camps will return to civil police stations, where they were earlier posted. | <urn:uuid:a992852d-c37f-40f4-b6e6-17e4437750a8> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2022/Apr/08/naxal-activities-ebbing-in-malnad-govt-mulls-reducing-anf-camps-2439824.html | 2024-04-21T20:54:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.971646 | 316 |
A ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme that regulates the cell cycle promotes chromosome missegregation and tumor formation, according to van Ree et al. in the January 11 issue of the Journal of Cell Biology (www.jcb.org).
The mitotic E2 enzyme UbcH10 partners with the anaphase-promoting complex/cyclosome (APC/C) to ubiquitinate cell cycle regulators, targeting them for proteasomal destruction, and ensuring progression through mitosis. UbcH10 is overexpressed in a variety of human cancers, but whether it causes tumors or is simply up-regulated due to the increased number of proliferating cancer cells is unknown.
van Ree et al. generated mice expressing high levels of UbcH10 and found that they formed tumors in a broad range of tissues. Many of these tumors displayed aneuploidy-abnormal numbers of chromosomes resulting from errors in cell division. Live microscopy showed that cells expressing high amounts of UbcH10 had problems segregating sister chromatids correctly, possibly because the cells contained extra numbers of centrosomes that might complicate formation of a normal mitotic spindle. UbcH10 overexpression also reduced levels of the mitotic regulator cyclinB-a substrate of the APC/C-though it remains to be seen if this contributes directly to centrosome amplification and aneuploidy.
The same research group recently demonstrated that chromosome segregation defects drive tumorigenesis by promoting the loss of tumor suppressor genes like p53. Senior author Jan van Deursen now wants to investigate whether UbcH10 synergizes with other factors to promote chromosome instability in human cancers. | <urn:uuid:2c9a5a59-7d8f-4bc0-8ab2-19d0ddfda143> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.news-medical.net/news/20100112/Ubiquitin-conjugating-enzyme-promotes-chromosome-missegregation-and-tumor-formation.aspx | 2024-04-21T21:48:56Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.897788 | 348 |
CLEVELAND — Cleveland bars and restaurants may stay open and serve beer and liquor until 4 a.m. during MLB All-Star week, provided that they applied for a “major event” waiver permit before 11:59 p.m. Friday, May 3.
Under Ohio law, holders of certain Ohio liquor permits may apply for the major event waiver that would allow them to extend service time for beer or intoxicating liquor from 1 a.m. or 2:30 a.m. until 4 a.m. on the following day during a major event, according to a news release from the city.
The duration of the waiver would be from Friday, July 5 until Wednesday, July 10.
Business that wish to extend their beer and liquor service time must apply for a waiver by the end of the day on Friday. Only businesses with A-1, A-1-A, A-1-C, A-2 and D liquor permits may apply.
According to the news release, businesses within the City of Cleveland seeking to request a waiver must mail or hand-deliver their request to:
- Alex Lackey and Valarie McCall, Cleveland City Hall, Mayor’s Office Room 202, 601 Lakeside Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44114. (submissions via mail must be post-marked by May 3, 2019)
- Email requests can be sent to Alex Lackey at [email protected] and Chief Valarie McCall at [email protected] | <urn:uuid:aaca4d51-97dd-4e93-8f9b-78b5156a8339> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.news5cleveland.com/sports/baseball/indians/cleveland-bars-will-be-open-to-4-a-m-during-all-star-week-if-they-applied | 2024-04-21T20:38:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.95675 | 312 |
BY NHAU MANGIRAZI GOVERNMENT says it will build 35 new schools across the country this year.
Speaking at the Global Action Week for Education launch at Karoi Enterprise Secondary School on Wednesday, Primary and Secondary Education minister Evelyn Ndlovu said: ‘‘As we gather at this school that may seem marginalised within a farming community, let me retaliate the importance of education that must be everyone’s right. Government has committed itself to build 35 schools this year and act as a way of closing the gap on infrastructure development.’’
Ndlovu also said ensuring education rights were observed was a collective responsibility for every Zimbabwean and donated $300 000 on behalf of government towards the construction of a new block at the school.
Education Coalition of Zimbabwe (Ecozi) chairperson Lydia Madyirapazhe challenged the government to invest more in quality education and empowering the girl child.
‘‘We call upon the government to protect and guarantee the fulfilment of the right to public quality education for all amid COVID-19 crisis by providing and empowering safe, respected, inclusive and accessible learning environments, ” Madyirapazhe said.
Ecozi is an umbrella body that brings together 67 organisations dealing with education rights for learners in Zimbabwe.
Karoi Enterprise Secondary School, established in 1987, has two classroom blocks, but no staff accommodation. The school head Helen Nyanzira said teachers at the school commute daily from Karoi town.
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A man arrested by Seattle Police for
stealing a bicycle had no idea what he was up against when he allegedly entered Sarah Tatterson's garage to grab her husband's bike on June 6, KING-TV reported.
Tatterson saw the man, who was not identified in news reports, from her window as he snatched the bike. She took after him on foot.
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Tatterson is a runner who has competed in a number of half marathons, according to KING-TV. The chase took a comical turn, as Tatterson told the TV station that the man eventually dropped the bike and ran on foot, probably thinking that would give him an edge.
"I'm running and screaming 'Call 911. This man tried to steal my bike," Tatterson told KING-TV reporter Linda Brill.
Tatterson told the West Seattle Blog that several neighbors responded to her pleas and contacted police while she continued the chase. She said she didn't quite know what to do once she caught up with him.
"Unsure of the extent of my rights to defend my property, I decided not to tackle the man," Tatterson wrote to West Seattle Blog. "Although, I have to admit, as a psychotherapist and borderline pacifist, I tend to entertain all options prior to violence. Our misguided friend proceeded to run with the bike down the alley until he likely realized the screaming woman following him was not going back into her house to call the police. The bike was ditched and the pursuit was on."
She eventually pulled up next to him and tagged along until police found them 10 blocks away from the home.
"I told him I was going to run six miles today but I can probably do 12, so just let me know when you're done," Tatterson told KING-TV.
Tatterson said that at the end of the day, she loves her neighborhood and just wanted to keep it safe.
She was also fortunate he didn't have a weapon.
"Bike is safe, I am safe, the laundry is done," Tatterson wrote to the West Seattle Blog. "I can’t say, though, what this will mean for the man who felt theft was his best option today. I do hope justice is restorative."
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Procular Is Offering Discounts on a Range of New Binoculars in the UK
Procular is among the leading onsite stores in the UK selling a wide range of optical products including binoculars, spotting scopes, monoculars, telescopes and night vision binoculars.
Nottingham, United Kingdom, February 3, 2016 (Newswire.com) - Procular is one of the fastest growing online stores in the UK selling a large selection of optical products like binoculars, night vision goggles, microscopes, telescopes, monoculars etc. The company is currently offering 10 to 20 percent discount of select range of binoculars. Most of these binoculars are now available in the range of £120 to £200 GBP which means that people wanting to shop for binoculars for beginners can now find a product that will not be heavy on their pocket and also something that is ideal for their use.
People looking to buy a binocular would find the company's website a great source to understand the difference between products like binoculars, spotting scopes and monoculars, their use and what product is ideally suited to a particular activity that the buyer would like to perform. Currently a product like the Barska Blackhawk 10X40 Monocular which generally sells for £119 is now available for just £95. Other class leading binoculars like the Nikon Prostaff 8X42 Binoculars is available for just £259 as against the regular price which is £319. The company is currently offering 10 to 20 percent discount on more than 25 products.
That Procular sells a wide range of products is well know and the company also sells various kinds of binoculars like hunting binoculars, birdwatching binoculars, astronomy binoculars, marine binoculars and night vision binoculars to name a few. The company also have a good range of telescope for beginners though there is no discount on the range of telescopes.
Speaking to the media, Harry Golden, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Procular said, "We are happy to extend this limited time offer to customers in the UK. We understand that first time buyers of binoculars are not completely sure of that product with certain degree of magnification they should purchase. For this particular reason we have an extensive buyers guide - How to Choose a Binocular (https://procular.co.uk/how-to-choose-binoculars/) that will help buyers understand the basics of buy a binocular."
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Digesare Mechanical, Inc. v. U.W. Marx, Inc. stands for the principle that while parties are free to contract to to shorten the six-year statute of limitations period for breach of contract they cannot use such a limitation to effectively preclude such a claim in its entirety. 176 A.D.3d 1449, 112 N.Y.S.3d 306 (3d 2019).
The case effectively concerned a dispute between a subcontractor and a contractor in which the subcontractor alleged that the contractor had not fully paid it for work completed on a project. The relevant subcontract contained a limitations period provision stating that the subcontractor was required to bring any claim within six months of its last day of work.
Additionally, the subcontract contained a provision providing that the subcontractor would be paid by the contractor when the contractor was paid by the owner. The court determined that this provision was a permissible pay-when-paid provision rather than an unenforceable pay-if-paid clause. However, it was the combination of the pay-when-paid provision in conjunction with the shortened contractual limitations period that rendered the limitations clause unenforceable. | <urn:uuid:4e2cb82a-9fd4-4989-a9fe-4533410bd1d8> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.newyorkcommercialconstructionlawyer.com/category/contract-law/ | 2024-04-21T19:58:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.955965 | 237 |
Did you know that with nextbike, you don’t have to go straight from point A to point B, but you can also take a break during your ride? With Nextbike, you can temporarily park your bike outside an official station and return to it when you’re ready to continue.
How does it work?
If you want to stop by a shop, grab a coffee, or take care of something at an office and there’s no official station nearby, you can temporarily park your bike outside it. Simply select the “park bike” option in the app and lock it. Your bike will remain safely in place because your rental is still active, and no one can take it away. When you’re ready to ride again, select “resume rental” in the app, the bike will unlock, and you can continue your journey.
The “park bike” function has no time limit; you can temporarily park the bike for 2 minutes or 2 hours. However, there is a maximum limit. The maximum rental period for nextbike, and therefore the maximum time the bike can be parked, is 24 hours.
Enjoy the flexibility and freedom of movement with nextbike! 🚲✨ If you have further questions, our FAQ section can help you out. | <urn:uuid:508d5ca7-e9c8-42ee-b95a-a6678d1c0931> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.nextbikeczech.com/en/take-a-break-in-your-rental-with-the-parking-function/ | 2024-04-21T20:13:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.948412 | 271 |
Decision allows landowners to contest wrongful critical habitat designation
Washington, D.C. (Nov. 27, 2018) – NFIB commends the United States Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in Weyerhaeuser Co. v. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, which reverses the decision of the Fifth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. The Supreme Court sided with NFIB, holding that landowners may bring suit in a challenge to critical habitat designations that impose serious restrictions on private property.
“The Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in Weyerhaeuser Co. v. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is an important win for small business,” said Karen Harned, Executive Director of the NFIB Small Business Legal Center. “Today’s decision affirmed that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is required to consider the economic impact for small business when designating critical habitat under the Endangered Species Act. The reality is that ESA restrictions impose major costs, and can seriously impair the ability of a small business to continue operations or to expand. Had the Court ruled otherwise, landowners would have been completely without recourse if the federal agency made a wrongful critical habitat designation without considering those impacts.”
In today’s decision, the Supreme Court held that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is required by the Endangered Species Act to consider economic impacts on landowners when deciding whether to include or exclude private property from a critical habitat designation, meaning that landowners can seek to invalidate a critical habitat designation where the agency has ignored economic impacts.
In this case, the federal government had designated more than 1,500 acres of private property in Louisiana as “critical habitat” essential to the survival of the dusky gopher frog, despite the objection that the dusky gopher frog could not survive in this area without significant habitat modification.
The case has been remanded for further consideration in the Fifth Circuit, which has been charged with determining whether the 1,500 acres in question contained habitat or not for the dusky gopher frog. | <urn:uuid:de9b0c5f-5731-49bd-8b2a-73a65e5e0af3> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.nfib.com/content/press-release/legal/nfib-commends-supreme-courts-unanimous-decision-in-endangered-species-act-case/ | 2024-04-21T20:54:12Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.928329 | 428 |
10-Minute Writer's Workshop: Catalog Writer Jeff Ryan
'In Maine, when we say something is "wicked good" – we really mean it.'
That's how LL Bean describes their Wicked Good Slippers, and how we describe Jeff Ryan, who for decades wrote Bean's catalog copy. We spoke to him about finding the story in everyday objects and the tricks of the trade when it comes to copy writing.
Jeff Ryan is also the author of Appalachian Odyssey, a memoir of hiking the Appalachian Trail, bit by bit, over 28 years.
Episode music: "Auld Lang Syne" by Podington Bear
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MBBS., M.S.(GEN. SURGERY)., M.CH (NEUROSURGERY)., FELLOWSHIP IN NEUROENDOSCOPY CERTIFICATE COURSE IN ENDOSCOPIC SPINE SURGERY CONSULTANT BRAIN & SPINE SURGEON
Dr. Vivek Agrawal is one of the Dynamic Neurosurgeon in Nagpur and is Widely Known for his work in the field of neuro and spine surgery in Vidarbha & Surrounding regions of Central India.He has been a brilliant student throughout school and college days.
He did MBBS from Nagpur and has received honours in various subject during the graduation.
He then secured a good rank in All India PG Entrance exam & opted for M.S. General Surgery. He Mastered Various Surgical Procedures During his rigorous three years training at NHL Medical college, Ahmedabad.
He again Cracked All India Superspeciality Entrance exam and opted for M.Ch neurosurgery at the Prestigious B.J Medical College and civil hospital, Ahmedabad B.J.M.C. Ahmedabad is one of the busiest centers for neuroSurgery in India Performing More them 200 cases in a month. It is a Center equipped with all the high end and sophisticated Neurosurgical gadgets like karl zeiss Pentero microscope,karl storz Endoscope, CUSA, Brain Lab Neuro Navigation, etc. With such a great infrastructure and huge load, he acquired the fine skills in brain and spine surgery in a very hectic 3 yrs tenure. To Develop finesse and satisfy his quest of perfection he further acquired a Fellowship in Neuro Endoscopic Surgery. Considering asthetics outcome and minimally invasive surgery as the need of hour, he even did a certificate course in endoscopic spine surgery.
He has a huge work Experience of more than 10 yrs in the field of neuro And Spine Surgery. He has worked as Assistant Professor at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Medical College as well as govt. medical college and Superspecialty Hospital and trauma center, Nagpur. He is into Private Practice since more than seven years. He is also working as a Chief Neurosurgeon at VIMS Hospital Nagpur.He is a prominent figure in the field of neuro and spine surgery in vidharbha, mp and chhattisgarh.
He not only has a great surgical hand but also very good academician and always keeps himself updated with the recent advances in this field. He has to his credits various and poster presentations in national and international journals and conferences.
After giving his expert services at various hospitals in Nagpur as well as in central India he is now coming up with state of art, dedicated NeuroSpine and critical care setup in the heart of Nagpur city.He intends to give comprehensive and quality neurosurgical and spine work to all patients at the most affordable prices. | <urn:uuid:16214bc6-3bd0-4b27-9d7e-9a67a4865626> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.nhrcc.in/dr-vivek-agrawal/ | 2024-04-21T19:54:08Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.962481 | 613 |
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Nickel City Splash Masters Swimming (NICK) Members accept that the opportunity to participate in team activities is a privilege and as such shall conduct themselves with integrity and in a sporting manner. In matters relating to Masters Swimming, Members shall respect and protect the privileges of others who share and participate in club activities. Therefore, the privileges of membership and participation may be withdrawn or denied if the conduct of a Member or prospective Member is inconsistent with the club, U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS), or the best interest of the sport and those who participate in it.
Each Nickel City Splash Member shall be charged with the responsibility of conducting themselves in a manner that is consistent with customary standards of good sportsmanship and respect for athletic traditions.
The coaching staff may, in its reasonable discretion, suspend, expel, or demand the resignation of a Member for: (i) violation of the rules, regulations, policies, or procedures of USMS); (ii) any misconduct or acts prejudicial to the reputation or best interests of NICK or its Members; or (iii) any disrespectful or abusive action or behavior directed towards any Member, including any NICK coach, or towards any lifeguard or other third-party non-Member.”
The USMS Standards of Conduct are as follows:
ARTICLE 402: Conduct of Members
402.1 Standards of Conduct. The opportunity to participate in Masters swimming is made possible by USMS. Members accept that this opportunity to participate is a privilege and as such shall conduct themselves with integrity and in a sporting manner. In matters relating to Masters swimming, members shall respect and protect the privileges of others who share this mission; therefore, the privileges of membership and participation may be withdrawn or denied if the conduct of a member or prospective member is inconsistent with the mission of the organization or the best interest of the sport and those who participate in it.
402.2 Compliance with Rules and Regulations. It shall be the responsibility of all members to comply with the rules and regulations of USMS and the applicable rules, constitution, and bureau decisions of World Aquatics.
402.3 Enforcement. Any prospective member may be denied membership, and any member may be denied membership, censured, placed on probation, suspended, fined, or expelled from USMS if such member engages in any unsporting conduct listed in article 402.4.
402.4 Unsporting Conduct. The following shall be considered unsporting conduct as it relates to Part 4:
402.4.1 Violation of the opportunity to participate, as set forth in article 401.
402.4.2 Discrimination in violation of article 501.3.
402.4.3 Any act of fraud, deception, or dishonesty in connection with any USMS-related activity.
402.4.4 Knowingly providing false information, including name, date of birth, age, or gender on USMS membership applications or meet entries.
402.4.5 Any intentional nonconsensual physical contact, obscene language or gesture, or other threatening language or conduct directed toward members, volunteers, staff, or bystanders in connection with USMS administrative activities, events, or workouts.
402.4.6 Any discrimination or harassment based on an individual’s age, gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, mental or physical disability, protected health and medical information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, where applicable, directed toward members, volunteers, staff, or bystanders in connection with USMS administrative activities, events, or workouts. Application of Part 1: Swimming Rules regarding age groups, gender categories, swimwear, and guidelines for officiating swimmers with disabilities shall not be considered as violations of this article.
402.4.7 Any nonconsensual sexual conduct, pattern of unwelcome sexual advances, or other inappropriate sexually oriented behavior or action by a USMS member toward a member or any other person participating in any capacity whatsoever in the affairs or activities of USMS.
402.4.8 Any act, conduct, or omission that is detrimental to the image or reputation of USMS, a Local Masters Swimming Committee (LMSC), or the sport of swimming.
402.4.9 Causing a credible and material risk to the safety of USMS members or others who may be present during USMS activities. A lifetime ban, declaration of permanent ineligibility, or permanent resignation of membership from a member organization of United States Aquatic Sports may be considered as evidence of a violation of this article 402.4.8.
402.4.10 Aiding or abetting another to engage in any of the foregoing violations.
In addition, the coaching staff has determined that misconduct or acts prejudicial to the reputation or best interests of NICK or its Members include, but are not limited to:
- Abusive language or other abusive behavior directed toward NICK coaches, Members, or lifeguards during NICK activities.
- Bringing weapons or other dangerous objects to any NICK activity.
- Repeated failure to follow reasonable instructions of NICK coaches with respect to lane assignments and etiquette.
In the event any Member engages in violation of the rules, regulations, policies, or procedures of NICK or USMS; any misconduct or acts prejudicial to the reputation or best interests of NICK or its Members; or any disrespectful or abusive action or behavior, the coaching staff, in their discretion, shall give the Member a verbal reprimand. If that Member repeats the conduct, the privileges of membership and participation may be withdrawn or denied. | <urn:uuid:f07c1053-71ce-4e34-bc49-03be3dd828c4> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.nickelcitysplash.com/codeofconduct/ | 2024-04-21T21:30:35Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.94009 | 1,151 |
Eating Right for Chronic Kidney Disease
You may need to change what you eat to manage your chronic kidney disease (CKD). Work with a registered dietitian to develop a meal plan that includes foods that you enjoy eating while maintaining your kidney health.
The steps below will help you eat right as you manage your kidney disease. The first three steps (1-3) are important for all people with kidney disease. The last two steps (4-5) may become important as your kidney function goes down.
The first steps to eating right
Step 1: Choose and prepare foods with less salt and sodium
- Buy fresh food often. Sodium (a part of salt) is added to many prepared or packaged foods you buy at the supermarket or at restaurants.
- Cook foods from scratch instead of eating prepared foods, “fast” foods, frozen dinners, and canned foods that are higher in sodium. When you prepare your own food, you control what goes into it.
- Use spices, herbs, and sodium-free seasonings in place of salt.
- Check for sodium on the Nutrition Facts label of food packages. A Daily Value of 20 percent or more means the food is high in sodium.
- Try lower-sodium versions of frozen dinners and other convenience foods.
- Rinse canned vegetables, beans, meats, and fish with water before eating.
Look for food labels with words like sodium free or salt free; or low, reduced, or no salt or sodium; or unsalted or lightly salted.
Step 2: Eat the right amount and the right types of protein
Why? To help protect your kidneys. When your body uses protein, it produces waste. Your kidneys remove this waste. Eating more protein than you need may make your kidneys work harder.
- Eat small portions of protein foods.
- Protein is found in foods from plants and animals. Most people eat both types of protein. Talk to your dietitian about how to choose the right combination of protein foods for you.
A cooked portion of chicken, fish, or meat is about 2 to 3 ounces or about the size of a deck of cards. A portion of dairy foods is ½ cup of milk or yogurt, or one slice of cheese.
A portion of cooked beans is about ½ cup, and a portion of nuts is ¼ cup. A portion of bread is a single slice, and a portion of cooked rice or cooked noodles is ½ cup.
Step 3: Choose foods that are healthy for your heart
Why? To help keep fat from building up in your blood vessels, heart, and kidneys.
- Grill, broil, bake, roast, or stir-fry foods, instead of deep frying.
- Cook with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil instead of butter.
- Trim fat from meat and remove skin from poultry before eating.
- Try to limit saturated and trans fats. Read the food label.
- Lean cuts of meat, such as loin or round
- Poultry without the skin
- Low-fat or fat-free milk, yogurt, and cheese
Drink alcohol only in moderation: no more than one drink per day if you are a woman, and no more than two if you are a man. Drinking too much alcohol can damage the liver, heart, and brain and cause serious health problems. Ask your health care provider how much alcohol you can drink safely.
The next steps to eating right
As your kidney function goes down, you may need to eat foods with less phosphorus and potassium. Your health care provider will use lab tests to check phosphorus and potassium levels in your blood, and you can work with your dietitian to adjust your meal plan. More information is provided in the NIDDK health topic, Nutrition for Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease.
Step 4: Choose foods and drinks with less phosphorus
Why? To help protect your bones and blood vessels. When you have CKD, phosphorus can build up in your blood. Too much phosphorus in your blood pulls calcium from your bones, making your bones thin, weak, and more likely to break. High levels of phosphorus in your blood can also cause itchy skin, and bone and joint pain.
- Many packaged foods have added phosphorus. Look for phosphorus—or for words with “PHOS”—on ingredient labels.
- Deli meats and some fresh meat and poultry can have added phosphorus. Ask the butcher to help you pick fresh meats without added phosphorus.
Foods Lower in Phosphorus
Foods Higher in Phosphorus
Your health care provider may talk to you about taking a phosphate binder with meals to lower the amount of phosphorus in your blood. A phosphate binder is a medicine that acts like a sponge to soak up, or bind, phosphorus while it is in the stomach. Because it is bound, the phosphorus does not get into your blood. Instead, your body removes the phosphorus through your stool.
Step 5: Choose foods with the right amount of potassium
Why? To help your nerves and muscles work the right way. Problems can occur when blood potassium levels are too high or too low. Damaged kidneys allow potassium to build up in your blood, which can cause serious heart problems. Your food and drink choices can help you lower your potassium level, if needed.
- Salt substitutes can be very high in potassium. Read the ingredient label. Check with your provider about using salt substitutes.
- Drain canned fruits and vegetables before eating.
Foods Lower in Potassium
Foods Higher in Potassium
Some medicines also can raise your potassium level. Your health care provider may adjust the medicines you take.
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China COVID-19 surge: We are closely monitoring situation – NCDC assures Nigerians
urges more emphasis on vaccination, non-pharmaceutical intervention
As COVID–19 infections surge in China and countries around the world are announcing measures aimed at restricting the dreaded infection from spreading to them, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says it is monitoring the situation but emphasized the need for vaccination and use of non-pharmaceutical intervention (NPIs) to keep the virus from the country.
A release signed by Dr. Ifedayo Ifedayo Adetifa, the NCDC’s Director General, recently assured Nigerians that the Centre was gathering surveillance data that might, if necessary, result in implementing “a range of actions not limited to enhanced surveillance of travellers at airports.”
The World Health Organisation (WHO) had, after a review of the situation in China by its Technical Advisory Group on Virus Evolution (TAG-VE), last week, urged all countries to continue to be vigilant, to monitor and report sequences, as well as to conduct independent and comparative analyses of the different Omicron sub-lineages, including on the severity of disease they cause.
Dr. Adetifa however disclosed that the NCDC-led COVID-19 Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is monitoring the COVID-19 trends in China, the United States of America (USA), the United Kingdom (UK), South Africa, India, and other countries with a high volume of traffic to and from Nigeria.
“This includes the resurgence of COVID-19 in China following the relaxation of the country’s zero-COVID policy, as well as significantly increased COVID-19 cases, admissions, and deaths in the UK and the USA over the past weeks driven in part by the usual winter exacerbations of respiratory illnesses,” he said.
The statement said the NCDC has continued to strengthen genomic surveillance of the COVID-19 virus in the country and informed that since the Omicron variant was detected in 2021, non of the dominant sub-lineages elsewhere in the world are either circulating in the country or associated with any increases in case numbers, admissions, or deaths.
The Centre reiterated that severe disease, admissions and deaths from COVID-19, regardless of the different variants reported in all parts of the world, disproportionately affect the unvaccinated and those with established risk factors such as older people, people with co-morbidities and the immuno-compromised.
“COVID-19 has and continues to follow a different epidemiological course in Nigeria and most of Africa. Other Omicron sub-lineages that were associated with increases in cases, admissions and deaths elsewhere did not cause the same in Nigeria as confirmed by our genomics surveillance. This is because the population is significantly protected from a combination of natural immunity and vaccination with vaccines with a high impact on hospitalisation, and deaths. ]
“In hindsight, country-targeted travel restrictions including requests for PCR-negative tests from incoming travellers had little or no effect on preventing global and national circulation of omicron since the emergence of this variant and its relatives with their shorter incubation period.
“The most important action for Nigerians to take is to get vaccinated against COVID-19, as the vaccine is the most important intervention for preventing severe disease, hospitalisation, and death. Though the COVID-19 protocols and restrictions have been eased, people at high risk for severe COVID-19 are advised to continue to adhere to the recommended non-pharmaceutical intervention (NPIs) such as the use of face masks, good hand and respiratory hygiene and avoidance of crowded spaces,” the Centre urged.
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These are the words of Dan Cervenka, an assistant district attorney for Milam County, Texas. Milam County includes the town of Thorndale where in 2005 an elderly woman named Lillian Stiles was mauled to death by possibly as many as six dogs (five “pitbull” mixes and one Rottweiler mix) owned by Jose Hernandez. Hernandez is now on trial accused of criminally negligent homicide.
No one disputes that Stiles’ death was horrific. Nor would it surprise anyone if Hernandez was found to be negligent. But was Hernandez negligent? When Cervenka said “[Hernandez] should have known better” he meant that there is a reasonable expectation that if one’s dogs are not secured, which on the day Stiles was killed Hernandez’s dogs were not secured behind their chain-link fence, that there is the potentiality for someone to have gotten hurt or killed. In other words, it is negligent to let dogs of any breed free-roam. But with no leash law, which there apparently isn’t in the county, it’s not illegal to let your pets free-roam. (And now you know why we consistently push so hard for leash laws where there aren’t any, or enforcement of leash laws where they exist.)
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One of the things that has really struck a chord with me recently has been something that has come to the fore in a prominent way, namely suicide.
Only a while or so ago, I was in Kawerau at a concert which was organised and run by the youth of the town. It was run under the banner "He Whanau Kotahi Tatou", a group who have come together to support those who have felt lonely, concerned, sad, and angry because they have lost loved ones to suicide. In one year, there have been more than 10 deaths from suicide.
Last week I attended a forum on suicide. Some experts in this field provided an insight into this issue. Two weeks ago there was a National Conference on Suicide. And in this last week, two children have taken their lives. One 12 and one 14 years old.
From what I have heard, one is almost wasting time asking why this happens.
Let's not forget, these are children we are talking about, these are children who come from families who are caring, supportive, and loving.
These young ones are knowledgeable enough, have skills, have friends, and who love their parents. In other words, they have the world at their feet, but it seems they do not see a place for themselves in it.
I say we are at a point now where we say, "that is it, no more. No more suicides". The problem is that I do not have the authority to enforce such a call, nor indeed do you. It is really at the fingertips of each person.
Perhaps we should make a very hard stand with this. If a child commits suicide, let us consider not celebrating their lives on our marae; perhaps bury them at the entrance of the cemetery so their deaths will be condemned by the people.
In doing these things, it demonstrates the depth of disgust the people have with this.
Yes it is a hard stance, but what else can we do?
I am sorry for raising this issue in this way, but I do so having seen mums and dads, grandparents in their despair, in their real grief. All of us must be concerned.
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WITH THE CHARTER SEASON IN FULL SWING, HOW DO THE VSAT AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS COPE WITH THE NEED TO SERVE GUESTS AND OWNERS WITH COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF DATA? WORDS: ADAM FIANDER
With 5G already implemented in parts of the USA and with the help of working-parties and user groups, European 5G coverage gradually being introduced in ‘trial’ cities, it’s testament to the relentless demand and voracious appetite for faster, ever more sophisticated mobile connectivity.
Areas of society set to benefit greatly from 5G are numerous; pretty much all of us in fact. The world of media and entertainment, for example, is one of the more obvious areas. Others are the energy industry, the health industry and manufacturing where robotics, logistics and anywhere, in fact, where inter-business communication is required. The much talked about ‘driverless car technology’ will also rely upon 5G when the technology becomes available.
Just as shore-based needs are set to benefit, it’s much the same for yachts. During busy peak-periods on a large 30m or 40m+ yacht, it would not be unreasonable to assume that at least 12 data-hungry guests, and up to 20 or more hard-working crew, are expecting to receive instant, lag-free connectivity, uninterrupted telephoning, video-conferencing, almost continuous use of social-media, online gaming, use of cloud-based applications, HD TV and potentially all at the same time!
With that kind of demand in place, it’s good to know that cellular technology and land-based communications providers are very much part of the future framework for yacht connectivity moving forward. In fact, the yacht market now has a very good choice of both VSAT (very small aperture terminals) and land-based communication providers. All the companies I spoke to offer a sensible and logical ‘hybrid’ solution, switching between the two systems to maintain continuity, speed and reliability.
Satellite companies have brought about accelerated developments in progressive LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellite technology, and High Throughput Satellites (HTS) and GEO satellite platforms, where impressive technology gains are being made.
Within the next decade, experts predict the earth will be covered by small satellites at low heights working directly above, not within range of the human eye, of course, that would be ridiculous, but capable of providing vastly improved mobile coverage and faster connectivity akin to the home experience.
As the name suggests, Low Orbit Satellites orbit the earth as low as a few hundred kilometres high and, although the concept is not actually new, in terms of numbers, the LEO satellite market can shortly expect to receive a greatly increased number and large constellations in the thousands of these relatively small, relatively low-cost satellites, that can be upgraded, swapped out and changed far quicker than their larger, more costly GEO satellite (Geostationary Earth Orbit) counterparts.
‘Traditional’ GEO satellites, with their large data-carrying payloads, are satellites located at 36,000km height and remain in a stationary position relevant to the earth and follow the earth’s own rotational course. LEO satellites (and to an even lesser extent, MEO – Middle Earth Orbit satellites), on the other hand, are not held in fixed earth positions, and they can be deployed to different locations, but need physically many more of them to give true global coverage.
Broadly speaking, the two different satellite types are complementary, and consumers derive the best combined service when both types are deployed and working together. To receive higher-capacity, higher-speed connectivity, yachts may need to review their existing antennas, thus ensuring they can receive and transmit this lovely additional data set to come our way.
I intentionally use the word ‘review’ here (as opposed to using the word ‘replace’) because chances are replacement of a ‘full-fat’ Dome antenna may not be required, but for any other reason than the more attractive, low-profile appearance of flat-panel antenna terminals, which, from an aesthetic point of view, most of us would probably prefer.
One thing that stood out with companies I talked to, is the provision of flexible, demand-based data that enables service providers to point additional bandwidth to yachts during busy periods. The process is quick if the yacht is known to the provider and vice-versa.
Operating from eight strategic sites in the UK, Ships Electronics Services Ltd (SES) has years of experience working within global leisure and commercial marine industries, including military, and is a dealer and distributor for some of communications’ biggest names.
SES Leisure Manager, Paul Rees, told me, “Flexibility is key to providing what’s required. We work with large airtime providers that offer an opportunity to upgrade or downgrade bandwidth requirements on a monthly basis. “We can offer data plans that are not subject to capped tariffs and other usage restrictions, in this sector you will most likely be limited by either what your hardware can handle, or airtime cost.”
Real time data wireless & satellite communications company, Excelerate, CEO, David Savage, told me, “Yacht clients generally want full internet requirements, including consistency of speed and service and expect the same standard as a good 5-star hotel. “The charter season is finite, so this itself presents logistical problems. We buy and manage our data in real-time, so we can change the speed of VSAT onboard in a matter of seconds compared to others. “I’ve never understood why yachts should be tied to long contracts because why would a yacht want to pay for high bandwidth capacity when there’s no one onboard? The flexibility that we provide presents challenges at times, but we have plenty of headroom on our networks anyway and we always ensure seasonal capacity to cope with the unusually high demands.
“Buying and managing our own satellite capacity in real time, means we can deal instantaneously with requests and can wind it back when that demand subsides, or normally when guests depart that is.”
The concept of flexible data plans allowing users to cope with highly fluctuating data volume is supported by OmniAccess, whose Plexus Controller provides an easy to use tool for network selection, monitoring and controlling user traffic. OmniAccess Deputy CEO, Carlos Carbajal, told me, “The ‘like-home’ experience lies in combining different technologies available (WIFI, 4G/5G, VSAT) and being able to steer traffic through the correct channel depending on the requirements of the specific application. Video streaming, data download or uploads are not latency sensitive and can be channelled through our VSAT connection, whilst gaming or video-conferencing is better channelled through 4G or Wifi, when available.”
Plexus Controller appears to be well up to the job when Carlos said, “Plexus TV will compress high bandwidth video into a smaller IP stream whilst ensuring you retain HD video quality, and our NextGen iO ‘traffic steering’ capability automatically selects between VSAT, 4G/5G or local WiFi networks depending on the device requirements and available connectivity.”
Regarding the ever-present need to have security in place, Excelerate have their roots working with Government emergency response and mission-critical incidents, so their level of network security and protection ticks almost every box.
David said, “Our teleports are ISO 27001 accredited, and this gives us capability and credibility for Level 4 risk – an internationally recognised 24/7 security level required by many Government departments before major contracts are offered. Not just for cyber-security, but total resilience, whereby we operate 2x teleports and 2x satellites inter-connected, with instantaneous failover, so if one goes down the network continues to function via the other.”
“In the same way some businesses have good cyber-security policies in place and others don’t, the same rule applies to yachts, so, where we can, we try and ‘mitigate’ risk by offering all our clients help with their on-board security advice or needs.”
When questioned about security, OmniAccess’ Carlos Carbajal, confirmed, “Security is paramount and present in all our products in multiple forms. We we take a global view, utilising a combination of tools, applications and processes to ensure our clients traffic is always secured. From encryption of over-the¬air traffic, management of on-board firewalls and encryption of VOIP communications, we take security very seriously indeed.”
With speeds of up to 400mbps achievable from GEO satellites, final delivery is still very good, but from iphone to satellite and back it’s a 72,000km round-trip, and latency can present problems, combined with other logistical difficulties associated with the vast distances involved.
Regarded a major and significant step-change within the communications industry, low earth orbit LEO satellites are predicted to overcome many of the difficulties some users are currently experiencing, a view commonly held by David Savage, when he said, “In the next decade or so, I foresee we will walk out of the office, the i-phone will be working on Low
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Mayville owner speaks out over condemned home
MAYVILLE — A rental property owner who owns a dilapidated summer home in the village is upset that she can’t get a building permit to address her structure.
A summons has previously been filed regarding the property in state Supreme Court.
During a recent Mayville Village Board meeting, Ellen Shepherd of Warren was in attendance. She owns the property at 199 Sea Lion Dr.
During the public portion of the meeting, she expressed her complaint about her struggles to improve the property, which she wants to rent out. She said she has hired a contractor to make the necessary improvements, but has been denied.
“We’re not allowed on the property and the house has been condemned and I don’t know what to do. No one tells me anything,” she said.
Shepherd said she has another property in Mayville, along with rentals in other communities.
She said she has hired an engineer who determined the property is structurally sound. Her plans for the property were submitted to the village board.
Shepherd said she was told by the code office that if she wants to tear the property down, the village would permit that, but added “we don’t want to do that.”
Mayor Rick Syper thanked Shepherd for her comments but did not address her concerns further.
In December, the village board filed a summons in State Supreme Court regarding the property. In the court summons, there were 16 property maintenance code violations and five fire code violations noted.
After the meeting Syper said this property has been a problem for the last 10 years. He didn’t go into
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There’s no charming way of saying it, so I’ll just cut right to the chase – we bought an apartment. We’re now homeowners. Also, we now owe some bank a lot of money.
I feel as if I should punctuate each sentence above with an exclamation point, but it is still sinking in. There’s so much to think about and do before the move-in date. I don’t mean to sound blasé about the whole thing. Quite the contrary: we’re really excited. Proud that we did this ourselves, with our savings from way back, without any help. Excited that in the ever-popular Brooklyn that is becoming too hip for its own good, we found a neighborhood that we can afford, feel safe in, plant roots. Also a little scared that we just plunked down our entire savings on a home, and now it’s sink or swim. I’d like to think that Andrew and I are the swimming types.
After the closing appointment on Monday where we signed more documents than we knew existed and got our keys, and finally sat down to lunch around four o’clock that afternoon, Andrew and I realized that this might be the most adult thing we’ve done. Certainly, the most momentous thing we’ve done together. Yes, we got married, and neither he nor I want to diminish the significance of that day. But, somehow, buying a home together made me feel more married to Andrew than before – if that makes any sense.
Strange as it may seem, I find seemingly quotidian things more romantic than traditional ones. That day this past summer when I got home from the gym and Andrew pitted several pounds of sour cherries for me, because he knew how much I hated to pit them, I swooned. Seeing both of our names, side by side, on the apartment documents made my eyes well up: We are really doing this; we are really in it — together.
And what I also love is that we will need to do work on this apartment to make it ours, to make it better, to make it more beautiful. There are chips and cracks and things that need mending and fixing, starting with demolishing a quarter wall in the kitchen to make it bigger and more open. It’s not a perfect apartment, and I love it more for the imperfections is now has than if it came to us in pristine state. This way – we really get to make it ours. It will take some time and that’s okay. In fact, it’s more than okay — good things are worth the wait and hard work.
We’ll have to design a sound saving plan, do a lot of work ourselves, figure out where we can save and splurge. We’ll have room for guests and parties and a tiny room we can use as a home office. And we’ll have a tiny terrace where we can have morning coffee in the summer, quiet weekend breakfasts, and hopefully grow some herbs, if I manage not to kill them all (my track record is not inspiring confidence).
We won’t be moving until around mid-December, and until then I have to finish testing one book, host Thanksgiving with our families, continue to work on another book, review and edit the second pass of the Forgione book (due to me tomorrow, I believe, just to name a few things.
We hope to do a little work in the kitchen before the move. God willing we can swing it financially since we have about three cents to play with here. The idea is to open the kitchen up a bit and make it more functional for all my work projects.
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Come, vibe with us! Bring your friends and relive the era that brought us some of the most iconic music of our time. Secure your spot now and be part of the RnB renaissance at Olivia’s La Cala Restaurant in La Cala de Mijas, Costa del Sol.
Discover addiotional events lined up at Olivia’s La Cala and enjoy this week filled with electrifying music! Don’t missed to:
- Tony Capo: Start your week with a punch of energy that you’re dancing all night long April 11th from 8:00 pm.
- Paula Rigel performing Whitney Houston: Feel the nostalgia as her powerful voice brings back the magic of one of music’s greatest legends, Whitney Houston, April 12th from 8:00 pm.
- Carm Piano: let the piano melodies elevate your lunch experience with thesmooth sounds of Carm Piano in April 13th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
- Sunday Lunch with Ivanildo Kembel: savour our famous “WRIGHT ROAST” with a 3 course Sunday Lunch priced at 36.95€ per person and enjoy of live music of Ivanildo Kembel in April 14th from 2:00 pm.
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ONE launches Egypt Lebanon Turkey Service (ELT)
ONE LAUNCHES EGYPT LEBANON TURKEY SERVICE (ELT) - REVISED PROFORMA SCHEDULE
Ocean Network Express (ONE) is pleased to announce the new Egypt Lebanon Turkey service (ELT). This new service will offer customers an enhanced coverage in the European region and offers a direct connection between from Damietta to Beirut, Lebanon and Iskenderun, Turkey.
The new ELT service will be expected to provide a reliable and quality assured transport service as well as schedule integrity.
The first sailing of the new ELT service will start from Damietta 6th January 2024 (updated).
The service rotation will be as follows - weekly service:
Damietta - Beirut - Iskenderun - Damietta
// revised proforma schedule//
NOTE: Transit times and port rotation are as of now and subject to change
ONE’s schedules can be found through the following link:
Please contact your local ONE representative for further information.
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Naraka mobile’s first public test event was held in Chengdu in December 2023.
A significant milestone for the melee battle royale title, it coincided with the Naraka Bladepoint World Championship (J Cup) riding on the hype, attracting thousands of eager players to the city center.
ONE Esports joined a cozy press conference with Naraka Bladepoint lead producer Ray Kwan, who oversees both the PC and mobile versions, to find out more about what existing players and new players can expect from the battle royale’s mobile version that’s currently under development.
How Naraka mobile is designed for players of all skill levels
When Naraka Bladepoint was first released on PC in 2021, NetEase already had plans for it to be available on all platforms, including mobile, Ray said, because the team wanted its core gameplay to be enjoyed by all.
The game is free to play on PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, and Xbox Series X and Series S, as of the time of writing.
During the very first mobile test in the lab, the development team discovered that even though they managed to create an innovative system that ports over Naraka’s rock, scissors, and paper systematic gameplay, it was still challenging for players due to information overload.
As a result, they shoved that version and rethought their strategy.
“There’s a very popular skill right now called Switch Weapons Combos on the PC version. Let’s say I attack you first with a sword and then switch to a dual blade. It deals a lot of damage,” said Ray.
“But that will be too much and too difficult for the mobile version players,” he continued. “In that case, we removed that mechanism so that the mobile players can have a more streamlined experience.”
By adjusting some of these mechanics on mobile, he believes that this approach will reduce the skill gap between entry-level and experienced players. In turn, this will hopefully welcome new players to the title and create a fun experience for all.
Besides rethinking some of the detailed mechanics while retaining its core gameplay, one major change you’ll notice for Naraka mobile is that it no longer has a trios option. Instead, you play in a party of four.
“There are mainly two reasons we want to switch from trios to squads from PC to mobile. Basically in China, a lot of college dormitories are four-man,” said Ray. “Secondly, there will be fewer teams in one match and hence less competition. The difficulty will lower. It will be easier for mobile players to enjoy the game.”
While participating in J Cup, American pro player Joshua “Tryhard” Martinez also had the opportunity to try out this latest version of Naraka mobile and appreciated how the portable version combined vertical and light attacks into a sequence, he told the press. He was able to replicate some of the PC mechanics, and is looking forward to its full release.
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As the calendar year draws to a close, many Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) organizations are gearing up for the annual planning process. Yet companies continue to grapple with change – whether it’s growth through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), unstable socioeconomic and geopolitical conditions, or continued supply chain and workforce disruptions. Amid such changes, businesses must continuously monitor financial results to ensure the annual operating plan (AOP) is a living document. Still, the annual plan becomes obsolete the moment it’s finished. And static financial forecasts don’t cut it anymore either. What’s the solution, then?
Below are 5 steps organizations can take to streamline the annual planning process to proactively drive performance with financial forecasting software.
Streamlining the Annual Planning Process in 5 Steps
To become a valued business partner and earn a coveted seat at the decision-makers table, FP&A must streamline the annual planning process and ensure that the output of the planning outputs remains efforts relevant throughout the year.
Figure 1: Survey results showing what businesses are concerned about for 2023
But how? Well, the 5 steps below can help an organization streamline the AOP process and ensure it remains relevant in the year ahead:
Automate tasks where possible: Organizations should avoid bogging down analysts with low-value, time-consuming tasks by automating wherever possible. To put it plainly, put the “A” back in FP&A by allowing analysts to perform value-added analysis instead of being data wranglers and spreadsheet jockeys. By utilizing financial forecasting software and eliminating the overreliance on manual processes that require a ton of time and analyst intervention, more time can be allocated to tasks that help move the needle in the business.
Don’t overlook important data points: Many planning processes – both financial and operational – occur simultaneously across large, complex organizations. These processes are generating important data, but it doesn’t always make it into the final financial plan. But how can Finance ensure the outputs of all planning processes across the organization are being utilized in the AOP? By leveraging one single technological solution for all the planning, Finance can leverage all the ongoing planning efforts in the final annual plan, ensuring no one’s hard work is overlooked.
Rely on data (not on intuition): World-class Finance organizations understand that critical business decisions and organizational performance are best driven by facts and figures. While most organizations have access to a wealth of both historical results and external data, ensuring what’s relevant to the AOP is accessible and digestible is key to driving results in the coming year. But how can all the data be aggregated to make it valuable to the process? Finance teams should be working with IT and all technological and operational stakeholders to leverage available data from across the organization to generate informed insights and make data-driven decisions.
Implement continuous planning: The annual planning process shouldn’t be one and done or set it and forget it. To ensure the plan remains relevant throughout the year ahead, organizations must create a process that supports continuous updates as factors change and new data supports adjustments to the plan. Instead of spending time with backward-focused analysis wondering why something happened, the focus should be on driving continual organizational alignment and collaboration – in other words, a process that allows the annual plan to be a living document. But how? By bringing together the plan data and the actuals data with financial forecasting software that supports reporting, analytics and scenario modeling, FP&A can continuously monitor and update the plan as data supports changes. Modeling what-if scenarios quickly and easily and presenting the data in a way that’s quick and easy to understand ensures the plan can remain a useful living document instead of a static, outdated relic of the past.
Drive better organizational collaboration: Too often, when down to the wire on the annual plan, FP&A are forced to make too many assumptions without proper validation from business partners. This approach not only results in less buy-in but also doesn’t help with building trust across the organization. While the annual plan is a Finance-driven process, the whole organization should have consensus with everyone working toward the common plan and goals outlined in the annual plan. But how? By leveraging built-in reporting and analytics capabilities in a platform with self-service capabilities, Finance can easily and quickly build dashboards and reports that can be shared across the organization – and do it in a way in which everyone can understand and use. While other Finance professionals may understand spreadsheets of data, not everyone has the time or the background to dig into those reports. That’s why being able to hit the important points in a way that can be easily shared and discussed is critical when time is of the essence in the annual planning process.
Better technology enables automation with confidence, brings the data and key stakeholders together in one place, and drives confidence and efficiencies in the annual planning process. Ultimately, this functionality allows the annual plan to become an important tool in tracking and managing performance against the plan throughout the year. Figure 2 below shows the interactive dashboards and daily signals that can be used to track continuous performance.
Figure 2: Dashboards used to track performance against the annual plan
The annual planning process allows FP&A to set expectations for the coming year, but the process often gets bogged down with legacy processes and tools. To ensure the plan encompasses all relevant people and data, an organization must improve collaboration, automation and access to data to help drive the process. Technology makes all that possible by enabling better access to data and better processes – all of which ultimately allows the annual plan to remain relevant in tracking business goals and objectives into the year, even as conditions constantly change. | <urn:uuid:d1e10b92-f6b9-45e4-8b7c-bf64e36c4783> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.onestream.com/blog/5-steps-to-streamlining-annual-planning/ | 2024-04-21T20:10:09Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.93385 | 1,174 |
Ayodhya: Preparations are in full swing for the grand consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. While architects of the temple added finishing touches to the structure with the installation of the first gold door, the administration initiated several measures to ensure that the inauguration occurred in a seamless manner. A holiday was declared for schools on January 22.
The 'Pran Prathistha' ceremony of Ram Lalla in the newly built Ram Janmabhoomi Temple will take place on January 22. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. He will perform the rituals in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Temple at around 12.15 pm.
First gold door
The first golden door has been installed at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, temple officials said. The door, which is 12-feet high and eight-feet wide, has been installed on the upper floor of the sanctum sanctorum.
In the next three days, 13 more golden doors will be installed there, according to the temple trust sources. A total of 46 doors will be installed in the Ram Temple, out of which 42 will be coated with gold.
All these doors are being installed on the upper floor of the sanctum sanctorum. Of the 46 doors that will be installed in the Ram temple, 42 will be coated with 100 kg gold," officials said.
In the picture that has surfaced, two elephants in the welcome posture can be seen in the middle panel of the golden door. In the upper part, a palace-like shape can be seen in which two servants are standing with folded hands. Meanwhile, beautiful artworks are inscribed in the four squares at the bottom of the door.
Meanwhile, the temple trust shared the pictures of the sculpture of Jatayu, a significant character in the Ramayana, and glimpses of exquisitely carved figures of deities, gods and goddesses adorning the pillars and walls of the temple in the nighttime.
The Ram Mandir, constructed in the traditional Nagara style, is a three-storied shrine, measuring 380 feet in length (east-west direction), 250 feet in width, and 161 feet in height. It has a total of 392 pillars and 44 doors. It features five Mandaps (halls) -- Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prarthna and Kirtan Mandaps.
Idols of elephants, lions, Lord Hanuman and Garuda, 'vahana' of Lord Vishnu, have been installed at the entrance gate of the Ram Temple.
BJP president J P Nadda on Tuesday discussed with party general secretaries plans for the January 22 consecration ceremony.
Earlier, the BJP had asked all its state units to start a campaign from January 14 to ensure cleanliness of temples and their surroundings, and exhort people to join the January 22 event by offering prayers at temples in their neigbourhood. It had also asked its state units to "help" people who want to visit the Ram temple after the consecration ceremony.
After the 'Pran Pratishtha' (consecration ceremony), it has to be ensured that people travelling to Ayodhya from different parts of the country and abroad for "darshan" do not face any inconvenience, the sources said. For this, responsibilities will be given to state leaders of the party, a source said.
The Union home ministry has sanctioned a more than 150 personnel strong CISF anti-terrorist cover for the Ayodhya airport, days before the high-profile consecration ceremony.
The 'Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham' has become the 68th civil airport terminal in the country to come under the umbrella of the specialised aviation security group (ASG) of the central force.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will provide an anti-terrorist and anti-sabotage cover to the Ayodhya airport. The force will frisk passengers and their baggage and secure the perimeter of the facility, like what is done at other national and international airports, they said.
An armed contingent of more than 150 CISF personnel under the command of a Deputy Commandant rank officer has been sanctioned by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for securing the Ayodhya airport that will be enhanced in phases over the 821 acres of land sanctioned for it, they said.
The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday declared a holiday for all educational institutions in the state on January 22. Terming the occasion as a "national festival", Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that liquor shops in the state should be closed on that day.
"Considering the significance of the consecration ceremony of the eagerly awaited new idol of Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya Dham, the CM has declared holiday in educational institutions on January 22," an official release issued here said.
During his visit to Ayodhya on Tuesday, the chief minister held a meeting with officials of the temple trust -- Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust -- and was informed about the vedic rituals for the Pran Pratistha (consecration ceremony), which would start after Makar Sankranti.
Chief Minister Adityanath also directed officials to extend all necessary cooperation to the trust in making security and other arrangements for the ceremony, the release said.
He emphasised that after January 22, devotees of Lord Ram from across the globe and country will visit Ayodhya, it said.
For their convenience, the chief minister said, multilingual signages should be installed throughout the city. These should cover all languages from the 8th Schedule of the Constitution and the six official languages of the United Nations, Adityanath directed officials, according to the release.
Deepotsav will be celebrated at every temple in the evening on January 22, it said.
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On Friday (July 30), the Supreme Court agreed to hear a petition filed by ‘journalists’ N. Ram and Sashi Kumar over the alleged snooping scandal by the Modi government against ‘142 prominent individuals’ using Israeli spyware Pegasus.
While representing the petitioners in the apex court, advocate and Congress leader Kapil Sibal sought an urgent hearing and claimed that the matter concerned ‘national security, fundamental rights, and civil liberties’ of citizens. The petition alleged, “Such mass surveillance using a military-grade spyware abridges several fundamental rights and appears to represent an attempt to infiltrate, attack and destabilise independent institutions that act as critical pillars of our democratic set-up.”
It further added, “Respondents (Ministries of Home, Information Technology and Communications) have not categorically ruled out obtaining Pegasus licences to conduct surveillance in their response, and have taken no steps to ensure a credible and independent investigation into these extremely serious allegations.” Accusing the government of spying, the petitioners alleged that it was an attempt to muzzle free speech and dissent. Furthermore, the petition claimed that the government bypassed Section 5(2) of the Telegraph Act and targeted the civilians.
The matter was heard by Chief Justice of India (CJI) NV Ramana. The petition by N. Ram and Sashi Kumar argued that the extent of ‘survelliance’ cannot be relied upon solely on governmental assessment. Labelling the use of the Pegasus spyware as ‘criminal offence’, it claimed that the malware can track and record calls, activate camera and microphone, read emails, texts, Whatsapp messages and even collect passwords. Citing Amnesty International, the petitioners claimed that the ‘surveillance targets’ had ‘Pegasus-induced security breaches’ on their phones.
Why the ‘Pegasus snooping scandal’ has no merit?
On July 18, the left-wing portal ‘The Wire’ claimed that the names of 40 Indian journalists were present in a list that contained names of people who were spied upon using Israeli spyware Pegasus. The 40 Indians were apparently among the thousands of people mentioned in the so-called leaked list, which were earlier reported by The Guardian. Pegasus is developed by Israeli cyber arms firm NSO Group, and reportedly it is only sold to governments. This software can infect iOS and Android devices remotely, and collect all kinds of data.
The Wire insinuated that as only governments could use the software, it meant that the Modi govt was spying on Indian journalists including Siddharth Varadarajan, Paranjoy Guha Thakurta, M.K. Venu, Shishir Gupta, Rohini Singh etc. The report included quotes from the allegedly targeted journalists who directly blamed the Modi government for ‘spying’ on them. However, The Wire, or other international publications, did not provide any proof of the so-called spying. None of the media houses reporting the ‘leak’ shed light on the source of the data leak, the involvement of ‘specific’ governments or the objective behind such surveillance.
Following the controversy, the Indian government issued a statement responding to a questionnaire about the alleged leak. The statement stated, “The story being crafted is one that is not only bereft of facts but also founded in pre-conceived conclusions. It seems you are trying to play the role of an investigator, prosecutor as well as jury.” The government clarified both in RTI replies and in the Parliament that there had been no unauthorised interception by security agencies.
“The allegations regarding government surveillance on specific people has no concrete basis or truth associated with it whatsoever. In India there is a well-established procedure through which lawful interception of electronic communication is carried out in order for the purpose of national security, particularly on the occurrence of any public emergency or in the interest of public safety, by agencies at the centre and states ,” the statement said. The NSO group had also refuted the claims by the Guardian report about the ‘leak’.
Days later, Amnesty International stated in a statement that they had never claimed that the so-called list was that of people who were spied on, and asserted that their ‘list’ was merely a mention of people who may be “potential targets” of the clients of NSO.
How N Ram manufactured the Rafale scam through digitally cropped documents?
One of the petitioners in the ‘Pegasus snopping scandal’ is N. Ram, the Chairman of the Kasturi & Sons Limited and publisher of The Hindu. Ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the journalist desperately tried to create an anti-Modi wave by manufacturing a ‘defence scam’ in the Rafale deal.
On February 8, 2019, The Hindu had published a note from a defence ministry official who had objected to the Prime Minister’s office inquiring about the progress of the deal. This was despite the fact that the officer was not involved in the negotiations of the deal. The Hindu wanted to project that there was opposition to the Rafale deal in the defence ministry and only the Prime Minister was pushing for it. In doing so, the newspaper had cropped a vital part in the same document, a note by Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar. The then defence minister had written that the officer was overreacting, and offices of Indian PM and French President were just monitoring the progress of the deal.
Immediately after the Hindu report, ANI had published the full document, which had proved that N Ram had used a cropped version of the document in his article. About 10 days after the incident, The Hindu came up with a clarification, saying that it did not doctor the document. In its column Readers Editor, it has claimed that the document published by it was an earlier version, which didn’t include the Defence Minister’s note. As proof of the same, The Hindu had noted that the document published by ANI had serial numbers on each note, while there were no serial numbers on the document published by Hindu.
To hide the evidence of Parrikar’s note, the Hindu cropped the document in two places, and even digitally erased part of a stamp that should have been visible even after cropping the same. And its claim that it did not doctor the document turned out to be false, because a date stamp before the defence secretary’s note was clearly removed from the document. As such, the petition in the Supreme Court over the alleged snooping scandal looks like another desperate attempt at anti-Modi propaganda. | <urn:uuid:9203b836-9498-4cf3-890e-7bfc81220f01> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.opindia.com/2021/07/journalist-who-forged-rafale-documents-to-lie-about-scam-now-approaches-sc-pegasus-controversy/ | 2024-04-21T22:02:09Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.973923 | 1,388 |
Magic mushrooms, also known as shrooms, have been used for centuries by cultures worldwide. While some people use them recreationally, many others believe they have powerful healing and spiritual properties. With emerging research suggesting that these fungi can be beneficial in treating certain medical conditions and mental health issues, interest in using magic mushrooms has grown exponentially.
This article aims to look at both sides of this ongoing debate to uncover facts and myths about the effects of using these mysterious mushrooms – exploring scientific studies and anecdotal accounts from users worldwide.
What are magic mushrooms, and where do they come from?
Magic mushrooms are psychoactive fungi found in many parts of the world. It has been traditionally used for centuries by cultures worldwide for shamanic practices, rituals, and spiritual ceremonies. Magic mushrooms have become increasingly popular in recent years for their psychedelic effects due to compounds such as psilocybin and psilocin contained within them.
Although these compounds occur naturally in certain mushrooms, they have also become a mass cultivation target through manufacturing, growing, and extraction techniques. As a result, magic mushrooms can now be found both in the wild and commercially sourced across countries worldwide, depending on local laws and regulations.
What are the effects of magic mushrooms on the human brain and body?
When consumed, magic mushrooms have a range of effects on the human body and brain. These effects can range from mild to intense depending on the type of mushroom ingested, its dose, and other factors such as environment and mental state.
The primary active ingredient in magic mushrooms is psilocybin – a naturally occurring compound with psychoactive properties. When consumed, it is rapidly metabolized into the active compound psilocin – known to have a range of effects on the mind and body, including the altered perception of time, increased creativity and spiritual insight, and increased sensuality and empathy towards others.
In addition to these effects, some studies suggest that magic mushrooms may also have potential therapeutic value when used in a controlled setting. For instance, small-scale clinical trials on people with depression and anxiety have reported positive outcomes after consuming psilocybin mushrooms.
Moreover, the use of psilocybin-containing mushrooms has a long history in various cultures, often in spiritual or shamanic rituals. These practices involve consuming the mushrooms to induce altered states of consciousness, allowing individuals to explore their inner selves and gain deeper insights into the mysteries of existence.Recent research has rekindled interest in the therapeutic potential of magic mushrooms. Studies indicate that they may offer promise in treating conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), addiction, and end-of-life anxiety. As the scientific community delves deeper into these possibilities, the future of magic mushrooms as a tool for both self-discovery and healing appears increasingly intriguing. If you’re all for it, please click here.
What are the most common myths about magic mushrooms?
One of the most common myths about magic mushrooms is that they cause hallucinations. While it is true that some individuals may experience visual or auditory distortions when taking magic mushrooms, these effects are not considered to be actual hallucinations, as there is no evidence to suggest that psilocybin can produce an altered sense of reality.
Another myth associated with magic mushrooms is that they are addictive. It is false, as there is no evidence to suggest that magic mushrooms have addictive qualities and that individuals do not develop physical or psychological dependence after consuming them.
Finally, many people also believe that magic mushrooms can lead to permanent mental damage, such as psychosis or schizophrenia. Although psilocybin has been linked to temporary changes in perception and mental state, there is no evidence to suggest that it has any long-term effects on mental health. Therefore, this myth should not be taken seriously.
Tips for ordering shrooms online safely
Ordering shrooms online can be a convenient and safe source if you take the necessary precautions. Here are a few tips to follow when ordering shrooms online:
Research the vendor thoroughly– Check out reviews and testimonials from past customers to ensure they are reliable and trustworthy.
Verify their credentials– Ensure the vendor’s website is secure and that they have explicit policies to protect your personal information.
Ensure quality control measures– Check for third-party laboratory testing certificates to ensure that any shrooms you purchase are free from contaminants and of good quality.
Are there any risks associated with taking magic mushrooms?
The most significant risk is the possibility of having a bad trip – which occurs when the effects of psilocybin become overwhelming and unpleasant. It can include intense fear, disorientation, confusion, and paranoia. Therefore, it is crucial to be aware of the potential risks and take necessary precautions when using magic mushrooms.
In addition, there is also a risk of poisoning from consuming certain types of mushrooms, as some can contain toxins that can cause adverse reactions in humans. Therefore, you must ensure you are sourcing your mushrooms from a reliable source and not consuming them from the wild unless you are sure of their identity.
Finally, magic mushrooms can also interact with other substances, such as alcohol and prescription medications which may increase the risk of adverse reactions.
How can you tell if a mushroom is safe to eat or not?
The first step is to identify your mushroom correctly. Different mushrooms have different levels of psilocybin content, so ensure you can correctly identify the species before consuming it. It is also important to source your mushrooms from a reliable source and only consume them from the wild if you are sure of their identity.
Once the species has been identified, it is vital to check for any potential toxins that may be present in the mushroom. To do this, wash a small amount of ground-up mushroom material on a piece of white paper and wait a few minutes to see if any discoloration appears – which could indicate the presence of toxins. | <urn:uuid:e45d70e4-1d19-4955-9c56-7b82a4ce539c> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.opptrends.org/using-magic-mushrooms/ | 2024-04-21T21:13:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.952437 | 1,194 |
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EXCELLENT piece in Indian Country Today by Chase Iron Eyes, who runs Last Real Indians website. He is promoting the hashtag #StopDisenrollment which directs readers to the disenrollment issue. Please SHARE:
Our D/Lakota ancestors Vine Deloria, Jr., and Floyd "Red Crow" Westerman warned us of culture vultures. As Westerman sang:
And the anthros keep on digging our sacred ceremonial sites
As if there was nothing wrong, as if education gives them the right
The more they keep on digging the less they really see
Cause they got no respect for you or for me
They were talking about non-Indian anthropologists and archaeologists. But today the same may be said of auditors, lawyers, educators and other consultants who are preying on Indians by shilling for disenrollment work. And with some “professionals” counseling tribal officials to exhume ancestral Indian remains for things like DNA and other scientific testing in order to disenroll the ancestors’ living descendants, the culture vulture tag seems apropos.
This column reacts to a recent piece by James Mills titled, “Tribes Have Absolute Right to Determine Their Membership.” I had no idea who Mr. Mills was so I looked and asked around and saw Mr. Mills advertises himself as a “master parliamentarian,” former “hospital administrator” and “music producer,” and “one of Indian Country's leading experts in tribal enrollment policy” What did this mean? More to the point, what are enrollment audits and what is enrollment software?
Even more to the point, when is it ever right to disenroll? What is more presumptuous than forcing your people to undergo an enrollment audit? I know of white people who ended up on Tribal enrollment rolls who I wouldn't disenroll if I could. They are part of community.
I suppose each tribe in a perfect world, should have the “absolute right” to disenroll their relatives as he states, and potentially hire people like him for that purpose. However, the United States can't even disenroll (revoke citizenship) their own naturally born citizens. The 14th Amendment of the Constitution prohibits it. So his analogy that "France can make recommendations" to the United States about citizenship as a matter of sovereignty falls flat. United States sovereignty says that your an American citizen as a matter of birthright, and no politicians in Washington, DC can change that.
But enough about other sovereigns. "Real Indians" certainly wouldn’t hire a non-Indian consultant to tell them who's a relative and who's not. As we at Last Real Indians have made clear: “Real Indians Don’t Disenroll.”
Mr. Mills is probably seeking the same thing I seek in terms of Nation Building and he's probably very good at what he does but someone has to draw the line at supporting unjust and unchecked disenrollment, which is not sovereignty or self-determination--quite the contrary. A few of Mr. Mills’ justifications for disenrollment and his involvement in that increasingly widespread colonial mode of tribal self-termination, require rebuttal.
Mr. Mills says “the sins of the past in enrollment are many,” citing improperly trained staff and “sloppily written” documents from the BIA. Those are not sins, at least of Indians. Those are the byproducts of centuries of United States laws and policies that were designed to extinguish us. Those sins lie with those attempting to conquer us still.
As such, the United States is obliged to atone for those sins by helping prevent further eradication of enrolled Indians. Mr. Mills self-righteously in my opinion says that “any notion that the federal government should get involved” in preventing disenrollment is “quite frankly, dangerous and irresponsible on the part of the person or persons recommending such involvement.” Have you ever been the Indian who was being disenrolled? Have you ever represented those being shut-out of their being, their belonging? He ignores the reality that until very recently, “the United States has, or had, been integrally involved in tribal disenrollment controversies for more than a century.”
In fairness, a master parliamentarian may not understand the increasingly complicated federal Indian legal history. But simply, the United States created disenrollment, along with Indian rolls, "membership" criteria, and blood quantum, domestic dependent nationhood, implicit divestiture etc.; they're all conquistador concepts. Enrollment is foreign and not perfect but The United States absolutely must now get involved, as treaty signatories and as the self-imposed "trustee" for all Indians, to help prevent those particularly unforgivable sins from further plaguing Turtle Island.
We need recourse to justice. Original indigenous peoples of this continent who are now called "Indians" are being unjustly disenrolled. When is it ever right to disenroll? Even when one rapes or murders we banish and exclude them from Tribal Nations; we don't disenroll them; we don't take their identity from them. They may be exiled. But they are still tribal.
The United States already has its tentacles all over us dominating and pervading all aspects of Indian life, land title, economies, imposed dependence, etc., and I am not one to say that this is right; what I'm saying is we should not do the work of the colonizer in disenrolling our people. That is not Nation Building, that is Nation Destroying. I'm saying legitimate descendants of Indian ancestors need recourse within our Nations and outside of those doing the work of the colonizer and forcing disenrollment on them.
Returning to Mr. Mills' notion of sin,
a sin is telling an Indian youth who has been raised believing he is Indian, that he is no longer tribal; that he no longer belongs. A sin is stealing the identity of any Indian for sake of per cap dollars, oil-gas leases or political longevity.
A sin would be to aid or abet that identity theft under seeming claims, lies or half-truths about “clean[ing] up [tribal] records.”
A sin is Tribes hiring culture vultures and letting them into a tribal community in the first place.
Mr. Mills states: “I hope no one is disenrolled because of greed or for any other misguided reason when updating their membership records.” Then maybe tell us what are the right reasons you hope people are disenrolled for. Maybe treason? Disenrollment seems like treason; if Indians act treasonously against their own Tribal Nation, destroying themselves from the inside. But the United States can't even revoke a natural born citizen of its country. You see, the auditors keep on digging, as if there’s nothing wrong, as if education gives them the right; the more they keep on disenrolling, the less they really see; cause they got no disrespect for you or me.
Learn More on Disenrollment, Ethnic Cleansing in Indian Gaming Country at these Links:
Gaming Revenue Blamed for Disenrollment
Disenrollment is paper Genocide
CA Tribal Cleansing
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2000’s artists, a broad term encompassing musicians, painters, and creatives thriving in the early 21st century, marked a significant cultural shift. For instance, pop sensation Britney Spears epitomizes the era’s trend towards high-energy performances and catchy melodies.
This period’s art scene witnessed a surge in digital innovation and globalization, leading to novel techniques and cross-cultural collaborations. Furthermore, the rise of social media platforms like MySpace granted artists unprecedented access to their audience, fostering a unique connection between creators and fans.
In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the defining characteristics, influential figures, and lasting impact of 2000’s artists, exploring their contributions to contemporary culture and the evolution of creative expression.
Understanding the essential aspects of 2000’s artists is crucial for grasping the significance and impact of their contributions to contemporary culture.
- Musical innovation: Experimentation with new sounds, genres, and technologies.
- Cross-cultural influences: Global exchange of ideas and collaborations.
- Digital revolution: Rise of digital platforms and tools.
- Social media impact: Direct connection between artists and fans.
- Cultural impact: Reflection of societal trends and issues.
- Fashion and style: Unique and expressive aesthetics.
- Independent labels: Rise of alternative distribution channels.
- Global reach: Accessibility to a worldwide audience.
These aspects are interconnected, shaping the creative landscape of the early 21st century. For example, digital technology enabled artists to explore innovative sounds and collaborate across borders, while social media platforms empowered them to bypass traditional gatekeepers and connect directly with their fans. Ultimately, 2000’s artists left a lasting impact on the evolution of popular culture and continue to be a source of inspiration for contemporary creatives.
For 2000’s artists, musical innovation was a defining characteristic, as they pushed the boundaries of sound, genre, and technology to create groundbreaking and distinctive works. Experimentation became a driving force, leading to the emergence of new genres, the incorporation of diverse influences, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
- Digital audio workstations: The advent of affordable and accessible digital audio workstations (DAWs) empowered artists to produce, mix, and master their music independently, fostering experimentation and the creation of intricate soundscapes.
- Genre-bending: Artists freely blended elements from different genres, creating hybrid and eclectic styles. For instance, hip-hop artists fused rock and R&B, while electronic music incorporated traditional instruments and melodies.
- Sampling and looping: Advanced sampling and looping techniques allowed artists to manipulate and repurpose existing sounds, creating innovative and often unexpected textures and rhythms.
- Collaboration: The internet and social media facilitated global collaborations, enabling artists from diverse backgrounds to share ideas and create unique musical fusions.
These facets of musical innovation not only shaped the sound of the early 21st century but also laid the groundwork for contemporary music production and continue to inspire artists today. By embracing experimentation and pushing creative boundaries, 2000’s artists left an indelible mark on the music industry and popular culture.
The globalized world of the early 21st century had a profound impact on 2000’s artists, leading to an unprecedented exchange of ideas and collaborations across borders. This cross-cultural pollination resulted in innovative and diverse artistic expressions that transcended traditional boundaries.
- Digital platforms: The internet and social media platforms facilitated global connections, enabling artists from different cultures to share their work, collaborate on projects, and gain exposure to new audiences.
- Travel and touring: Increased mobility and affordable travel allowed artists to experience diverse cultures firsthand, incorporating new sounds, rhythms, and visual elements into their work.
- World music: The global popularity of world music genres, such as reggae, flamenco, and Bollywood, exposed 2000’s artists to a wider range of musical influences, leading to eclectic and fusion-based creations.
- Cultural festivals and events: International festivals and cultural events provided opportunities for artists to showcase their work to a global audience and engage with diverse artistic practices.
These factors collectively contributed to the emergence of a globalized artistic landscape, where 2000’s artists drew inspiration from multiple cultures and collaborated seamlessly across geographical boundaries. This cross-cultural exchange not only enriched the creative output of individual artists but also fostered a greater understanding and appreciation of diverse artistic traditions worldwide.
The digital revolution of the early 21st century profoundly shaped the landscape for 2000’s artists, providing them with unprecedented access to new platforms, tools, and global audiences. This technological transformation became an integral component of artistic creation and dissemination, empowering artists to produce, distribute, and connect with fans in innovative ways.
One of the most significant impacts of the digital revolution was the rise of digital audio workstations (DAWs). These software tools revolutionized music production, making it more accessible and affordable for artists to create and record their music. DAWs also enabled artists to experiment with new sounds, effects, and genres, pushing the boundaries of musical expression.
Digital platforms and social media also played a crucial role in the success of 2000’s artists. Websites like MySpace and SoundCloud provided artists with online spaces to share their music, connect with fans, and build their following. Social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook further amplified artists’ reach, allowing them to engage with fans in real-time and promote their work to a global audience.
The digital revolution continues to have a transformative impact on the art world. Today, artists use a wide range of digital tools and platforms to create, distribute, and promote their work. The internet has become an essential marketplace for artists, enabling them to reach audiences far beyond their local communities. The digital revolution has also fostered new forms of artistic expression, such as digital art, interactive installations, and virtual reality experiences.
Social media impact
The rise of social media in the early 2000s had a profound impact on the relationship between artists and their fans. For the first time, artists could connect with their fans directly and instantaneously, bypassing traditional gatekeepers such as record labels and media outlets.
This direct connection had a number of benefits for artists. It allowed them to build stronger relationships with their fans, get feedback on their work, and promote their music to a wider audience. Social media also gave artists a platform to share their thoughts and ideas, and to connect with other artists and industry professionals.
The direct connection between artists and fans was a critical component of the success of many 2000’s artists. For example, artists like Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, and Taylor Swift used social media to build massive followings and launch their careers. Social media also played a key role in the success of independent artists, who were able to reach a global audience without the support of a major label.
The direct connection between artists and fans has continued to grow in importance in the years since the early 2000s. Today, social media is an essential tool for artists of all levels. It allows them to connect with their fans, promote their work, and build their careers.
The work of 2000’s artists was deeply influenced by the societal trends and issues of the time. This is because artists are often inspired by the world around them, and their work can reflect the social and political issues that are important to them. For example, many 2000’s artists were influenced by the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the global financial crisis. Their work often reflected the fear, uncertainty, and disillusionment that many people felt during this time.
In addition to reflecting societal trends and issues, 2000’s artists also played a role in shaping them. Their work can raise awareness of important issues, challenge social norms, and inspire people to take action. For example, the music of hip-hop artists like Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar has been praised for its social commentary and its ability to inspire young people to become involved in politics.
Understanding the connection between cultural impact and societal trends and issues is important for a number of reasons. First, it helps us to understand the work of 2000’s artists and how it was influenced by the world around them. Second, it helps us to see how art can be used to reflect and shape society. Finally, it can inspire us to use our own creativity to make a difference in the world.
Fashion and style
Fashion and style played a significant role in the self-expression and public image of 2000’s artists. Their unique and expressive aesthetics extended beyond music, influencing fashion trends and visual culture.
- Bold Patterns and Colors: Artists like Gwen Stefani and Missy Elliott sported vibrant colors, eye-catching prints, and unconventional patterns, reflecting their energetic and playful personalities.
- Streetwear Influence: Hip-hop and R&B artists drew inspiration from streetwear culture, incorporating baggy clothing, sneakers, and accessories into their stage presence. This fusion of high fashion and urban style became a defining look of the era.
- Androgynous Fashion: Artists like David Bowie and Prince challenged gender norms through their androgynous fashion choices. They blurred the lines between masculine and feminine aesthetics, pushing boundaries and inspiring a more fluid approach to self-expression.
- DIY and Customization: Many 2000’s artists embraced DIY fashion, customizing and repurposing clothing to create unique and personal styles. This approach reflected their individuality and independence.
The fashion and style of 2000’s artists not only reflected their personal aesthetics but also influenced mainstream trends and became part of the cultural zeitgeist. Their bold and expressive choices continue to inspire contemporary fashion and style, showcasing the enduring impact of 2000’s artists on popular culture.
The rise of independent labels in the early 2000s was a pivotal development in the music industry, closely intertwined with the emergence of 2000’s artists. With the advent of digital technology and the internet, artists gained alternative distribution channels beyond traditional record labels, leading to greater creative freedom and control over their music.
Independent labels played a crucial role in nurturing and promoting 2000’s artists, providing a platform for them to showcase their unique talents and styles. These labels often operated outside the mainstream, allowing artists to experiment with different genres and push creative boundaries without the constraints of major labels. Real-life examples include influential indie labels such as Sub Pop, Epitaph Records, and Warp Records, which fostered the careers of groundbreaking artists like Nirvana, Green Day, and Aphex Twin.
The practical applications of understanding this connection are significant. Independent labels enabled 2000’s artists to maintain artistic integrity, build dedicated fan bases, and achieve commercial success without compromising their creative vision. This shift towards independent distribution channels empowered artists, diversified the music industry, and paved the way for a more vibrant and diverse musical landscape.
The global reach achieved by 2000’s artists marked a turning point in the music industry, transforming the way artists connected with fans and disseminated their music across borders.
- Digital Platforms: The rise of the internet and digital platforms like MySpace and iTunes allowed artists to distribute their music globally, bypassing geographical barriers and reaching a vast international audience.
- Streaming Services: The emergence of streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music further amplified the global reach of 2000’s artists, making their music accessible to listeners worldwide with just a few clicks.
- Social Media: Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter became powerful tools for artists to connect with fans around the world, share their music, and build a global community.
- International Touring: 2000’s artists embarked on extensive international tours, performing in countries they may not have had access to before, fostering a deeper connection with fans and expanding their global reach.
The global reach achieved by 2000’s artists not only transformed the music industry but also had a profound impact on popular culture. It paved the way for a more interconnected and diverse musical landscape, where artists from all corners of the world could share their music with a global audience, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2000’s Artists
This FAQ section addresses common questions and misconceptions regarding 2000’s artists, providing concise answers to clarify their significance and impact on contemporary culture.
Question 1: What defines a “2000’s artist”?
Answer: 2000’s artists are musicians, painters, and creatives whose careers blossomed during the early 21st century, characterized by their innovative use of technology, cross-cultural influences, and unique fashion and style.
Question 2: How did technology influence 2000’s artists?
Answer: Digital audio workstations (DAWs) empowered artists with affordable music production tools, while the internet and social media provided platforms for global collaboration and direct connection with fans.
Question 6: What is the legacy of 2000’s artists?
Answer: 2000’s artists left a lasting impact on popular culture, inspiring contemporary artists and shaping the evolution of music, fashion, and global artistic expression.
These FAQs highlight the defining characteristics, influences, and impact of 2000’s artists, providing a foundation for further exploration into their contributions to the cultural landscape of the early 21st century.
In the next section, we will delve deeper into the specific musical innovations, cross-cultural influences, and technological advancements that shaped the work of 2000’s artists.
Tips for Understanding 2000’s Artists
This section provides practical tips to enhance your comprehension and appreciation of 2000’s artists.
Tip 1: Explore Digital Platforms: Utilize streaming services, online music databases, and artist websites to access a vast catalog of 2000’s music.
Tip 2: Attend Live Performances: Experience the energy and connection of 2000’s artists through live concerts or online live streams.
Tip 3: Read Artist Biographies and Interviews: Delve into the personal journeys, inspirations, and creative processes of 2000’s artists through written and audiovisual materials.
Tip 4: Analyze Music Videos and Lyrics: Pay attention to the visual and lyrical elements of 2000’s music to gain insights into artists’ messages and artistic intentions.
Tip 5: Engage with Online Communities: Join online forums and social media groups dedicated to 2000’s artists to connect with fellow enthusiasts and exchange perspectives.
By implementing these tips, you can deepen your understanding of the unique contributions and lasting impact of 2000’s artists on contemporary culture.
In the concluding section of this article, we will explore the enduring legacy of 2000’s artists and their continued influence on the evolution of music and popular culture.
Through this exploration, we have gained a deeper understanding of the defining characteristics and lasting impact of 2000’s artists. Their innovative use of technology, cross-cultural influences, and unique fashion and style reshaped the landscape of popular culture.
Key takeaways include the transformative role of digital platforms in empowering artists, the global reach achieved through streaming services and social media, and the enduring legacy of 2000’s artists as they continue to inspire contemporary creatives. Their contributions remind us of the power of art to transcend boundaries and connect people across cultures and generations. | <urn:uuid:34e1194e-7781-4104-a4bc-62104d5ec81e> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.orlandogibbons.com/2000s-artists | 2024-04-21T21:50:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.928667 | 3,142 |
Robby Putnam keeps the history of Central Drug in photo albums, on walls, and in the nimble minds of longtime customers like 88-year-old A.G. Phifer. But slide into one of
Robby Putnam keeps the history of Central Drug in photo albums, on walls, and in the nimble minds of longtime customers like 88-year-old A.G. Phifer.
But slide into one of the two wooden booths near the front of the pharmacy and soda fountain in Bessemer City, and you will find the written history of the town and its best-loved centerpiece.
The booths date to the 1920s. Robby’s father, Jessie, removed them from the store decades ago in an effort to modernize and reclaim a little space. Fortunately, Jessie stored them at his house instead of junking them.
Robby took over Central Drug in 1996, and last year he realized that many of his customers would probably appreciate seeing some of the store’s original furnishings. Jessie passed away in 2013, and, after all those years in storage, the booths were still in pristine condition — as was the 1920s-era soda fountain bar with stained-glass windows and a marble top.
Now, those treasures have returned to their rightful place at Central Drug. At first glance, the wooden booths with the white marble tops seem pretty ordinary. But the booths quietly conceal more than 80 years of history. Slide back the marble, and the wooden tables have hundreds of signatures, dates, and dreams of Central’s customers. Patsy, it seems, was here in 1944. Mike, this table says, loved T.G. in 1958.
“Sometimes,” Robby says, “we’ll have someone come in here who remembers writing their name on the table, and they’ll look for it.”
That’s exactly the kind of historical touch other soda fountains recreating nostalgia try to find. Soda shops like Pike’s in Charlotte or Mike’s on Main in Hendersonville are built to make you remember the past — even if that past never actually took place there. Pike’s has a milkshake maker that dates to the 1930s. Mike’s has a jukebox from the 1950s.
In Bessemer City, Central Drug is the town’s centerpiece. You can get prescriptions filled toward the back of the store, and you can get a cherry-lemon Sun Drop (with the good ice, the kind that crunches just perfectly) or a chocolate milkshake near the front. Somewhere in the middle, you can find out most anything that’s happening in Bessemer City.
“If a fire truck goes down the street, people call the drugstore to ask what’s going on,” says Jeremy Will, who worked at Central Drug for parts of nine years. “If there’s a news van downtown, we’ll get a call asking why it’s there. It’s the center of the town, where everyone gets together and gossips.”
Sometimes, Central does more than just provide a venue for gossip. Sometimes, it’s a part of the gossip.
Everyone in Bessemer City eventually passes through these doors. Kids earn their first paycheck here; Robby hires two high school students every summer, and it’s the most sought-after job in town. The counter buzzes with activity every afternoon after school. Those booths have seen relationships born, blossom, and sometimes become much more.
Tricia Carpenter has worked at Central for 17 years. She’s mostly found at the pharmacy now, but she still occasionally helps out behind the soda fountain, where her version of a chocolate shake (the secret, she says, is blending vanilla bean ice cream with chocolate syrup until it reaches just the right thickness) is a customer favorite.
When Tricia first began working here, Dusty Carpenter was one of her most regular customers. Very, very regular. It turned out that Dusty liked the milkshakes, but he really liked the service. He made nearly weekly visits trying to persuade Tricia to go on a date with him. Now that they’ve been married for 11 years, well, “I can’t hardly get him to come in here at all,” she says with a laugh.
Even the Putnam family isn’t immune to the powers of Central Drug matchmaking. Robby’s brother, Andy, also grew up around the store. In the summer of 1984, one of his regular jobs was making deposits at First Union bank.
This particular day happened to be the final day in Bessemer City for a young float teller named Jane. She was from Gastonia, but her job meant that she traveled to numerous branches in the area to fill in when needed. For most of her week in Bessemer City, her friends had been telling her she needed to meet Andy. He was well known in Bessemer City because, well, it’s Bessemer City, and pretty much everyone is well known to someone.
“I saw this girl I had never seen before,” Andy says. “And Bessemer City is a town of about 5,000, so when someone new is in town, everyone knows it. I went back to the drugstore after I saw her at the bank and called her up.”
She turned him down for a Friday night date. Her family already had plans, she explained. Undeterred, he devised a foolproof plan: He would call her at 9 p.m. on Friday. If she didn’t answer, he would know she had concocted a story to avoid him. If she answered, well …
“She answered,” Andy says, “so I knew she’d really had plans with her family.”
They’ve been married almost 27 years. At their wedding, Jessie Putnam presented them with a roll of quarters to remind them of where they started.
Central is one of the few traditional North Carolina drugstores that has survived competition from the nationwide chains. Sit at the counter around lunchtime on any weekday, and it quickly becomes obvious how they’ve done it.
“My dad always talked about customer service,” says Robby. “We can teach the people we hire the elements of the business. We can’t teach them that spirit of customer service if they don’t have it already.”
The job is also a legitimate training ground — seven of the summer employees have eventually gone to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to become pharmacists.
If you’re on a first-name basis with Robby, then you’re probably also on a first-name basis with A.G. Phifer. Slide a photo in front of him, and he’ll tell you not only who is pictured, but where it was taken and what eventually happened to that building. He remembers when Andy met Jane, and when Tricia met Dusty, and he probably knows why the fire truck is squealing and the news van is hovering.
A.G. would be happy to tell you about it. But right now, the 88-year-old has to go mow his lawn. “I cheat a little,” he says, almost apologetically. “I have one of those riding mowers.”
He walks outside to his red pickup truck. He’ll be back at the drugstore tomorrow.
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You may not find it so surprising that I get a lot of questions about traveling to Switzerland through my blog. And my Czech friends here, too. That’s why I decided to put the most frequently asked questions from blog readers, our relatives, and friends together and of course, find meaningful and comprehensive answers to them.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In view of the current covid-19 pandemic, be sure to check the websites of the relevant authorities for the latest information on travel to Switzerland before traveling.
Traveling to Switzerland: most frequently asked questions
1. Is my ID card enough to travel to Switzerland? What about travel insurance?
Residents of Schengen countries do not need a travel document to cross the border into Switzerland. However, it is advisable to have your passport or ID card with you in case you need to prove your identity.
Holders of the European Health Insurance Card are entitled to essential health care in Switzerland.
2. Can I pay with euros in Switzerland?
You can pay in euros in shops, but only with banknotes. You will get a change in francs. The best option is to pay by card.
3. When is the ideal time for a holiday in Switzerland?
Switzerland is beautiful in all seasons. In May and June, the weather is already pleasant, there are not yet crowds of tourists, but at certain altitudes the snow still lingers. If you’re going skiing, the main season is from the second half of December to April. If you’re heading for hiking, the high season is from June to August (Note: some mountain lifts may be closed in between the winter and summer seasons).
4. Is it colder in Switzerland when you have the Alps here?
I always say that if you don’t count the Alps, the weather is very similar to other central European countries in terms of temperatures. But sometimes the weather is really unpredictable. Of course, in the Alps the weather can be changeable – clouds can come in on a sunny day and it can get cold in a minute.
5. What is the maximum speed limit?
The maximum speed limit is 50 km/h in municipalities, 80 km/h outside municipalities, 100 km/h on the road for motor vehicles and 120 km/h on the motorway.
6. Is it really only possible to buy an annual vignette?
Yes, in Switzerland you can only buy an annual vignette for 40 francs. You can buy it at a petrol station or at the post office. Foreigners must have a vignette, even if they don’t drive on the motorway.
7. Does Airbnb operate in Switzerland?
Yes, there is an Airbnb in Switzerland.
8. What about camping in the wild?
“Wild camping” is generally prohibited in nature reserves and protected areas in Switzerland. Outside protected areas and without explicit official prohibitions, considerate camping or bivouacking in the mountains at the forest boundary is generally tolerated.
9. What can I bring?
If you decide to take a supply of food from home on your trip to Switzerland (or you can’t do without alcohol or your favorite brand of cigarettes), be careful how much you take with you. You can take certain foods and alcohol and tobacco products to Switzerland, but only a limited amount per person per day. More information to be found here.
10. Where can I eat without breaking my budget?
There are two main food chains in Switzerland: the Coop and Migros. You can eat in their self-service restaurants, which offer lunch menus at reasonable prices (12-15 CHF compared to 20-25 CHF in “normal” restaurants). But you can also find the well-known German chains Lidl and Aldi, where prices of some products are cheaper (for example, drugstore, toiletries) than in Coop or Migros.
11. How to deal with internet data on mobile when roaming is expensive?
As Switzerland is not in the European Union, there is no regulation that calls and data will cost as much as at home. Most hotels, major train stations and tourist spots usually have free WiFi.
12. Do you have any tips on places to visit?
It definitely depends on what you want to see and experience in Switzerland. Whether it’s hiking, strolling through the towns and soaking up their almost idyllic atmosphere, or the adrenaline rush of the Alpine slopes. Even after almost five years in Switzerland, I dare not claim to know Switzerland perfectly. Yes, there are areas we go to more often thanks to where we live, but at the same time, there are places we’ve never visited (but we definitely plan to in the future). I hope you’ll find lots of inspiration for your travel on my blog – just check the interactive map and find what suits you!
13. Can I swim in mountain lakes?
I guess I would say that what is not forbidden is allowed 🙂 But some mountain lakes have temperatures around 10 degrees Celsius even in the hot summer months, so swimming in them is completely up to your choice.
14. Is it worth buying a Swiss Travel Pass?
I recently wrote a whole article on this topic, where I calculated several options for you to see if it is really worth it and what alternatives exist.
15. What are the important phone numbers?
117 – Police
118 – Fire Department
144 – Emergency Medical Service
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Small boats in small water can put you on very big fish
Channel catfish have some of the best noses in the finny business, and anything meaty and fragrant makes for a viable bait. I caught one of my all-time biggest cats, for example, when I used a pinch of roast beef and mustard from my sandwich.
My favourite catfish bait is shrimp, which I buy raw and frozen from the grocery store (precooked frozen shrimp don’t have half the stink). For maximum fragrance, I cook it in the microwave just before heading out. Once you’re on the water, simply peel the shrimp and pinch off its tail, then thread it onto your hook. It’s also worth experimenting with fresh chunks of cut bait, such as sucker. | <urn:uuid:10d74e2c-9771-4f61-977c-63a9b88a1f1d> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.outdoorcanada.ca/must-do-spring-adventure-pulling-giant-channel-cats-out-of-small-streams/7/ | 2024-04-21T21:57:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.939188 | 161 |
Visit to NC Museum of History
Here are a few of the artifacts that I saw there (from the museum's web site, because their pictures are better than mine <g>).
Tuscarora cap in the style of a Scotsman's bonnet
This was labeled as being from the early 1700's, showing how the Tuscarora Indians traded with the Scots in the area.Click here for some more pictures of it from different angles.
Branding iron in the shape of an "M" for murder
This was labeled as being from the 19th century, but it caught my attention because it looks just like the one that was used to brand Bobby Higgins for his role in the Boston Massacre. The "M" is very small, maybe the size of my thumb nail.
Photo of memorial to Regulators hanged after the battle of Alamance, 1771
I thought the engraving of the hanged man was very striking.
Silver shoe buckles belonging to Flora MacDonald, circa 1770
The accompanying description in the exhibit stated that Flora MacDonald had given these shoe buckles to a friend in North Carolina shortly before she returned to Scotland.
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We need principles by which to choose what degree of paternalism is appropriate in what context. … Any analysis based on the idea that folks can be irrationally deaf to advice is an intellectual sham if it doesn’t consider similar deafness by organization decision makers.
Unnamed, Bryan is quite explicit about his heavy reliance on intuition. He thinks the Austrians don't introspect enough!
Lo Statuz: Yes, Hanson is not a deontological libertarian and Caplan is to some extent (I suspect Caplan doesn't believe it's morally right to prevent people from hurting themselves in violation of their freedom). He is saying that if Caplan did not have that strongly libertarian intuition, he would let his (also assumed) intuition about the harms of some choice override the beliefs of consumers that the product is not so harmful as to outweigh presumed benefits. Hanson is saying we should not think our own priors/intuition are so much more special* than others that someone disagreeing with us must be wrong. Rather, we must have principles that can suggest when one person's intuition (possibly our own) is likely wrong.
*Caplan calls this his "anti-Hansonian heuristic".
Ian i greatly appreciate your humour.
I thought Robin Hanson's one principle is economic efficiency. I'd expect him to be arguing for efficient paternalism (and the efficient amount of cocaine consumption).
The word "intuition" seems to be doing a lot of work here. Why not just talk about Bryan believing that cocaine users are harmed on net by cocaine, instead of saying that his intuition tells him this and he has faith in his intuition? Do you think that this belief is especially uninformed, rash, or resistant to evidence? Why is it "intuition" and "faith" rather than a conclusion based on evidence?
I'd bet that most people share this belief in the harmfulness of cocaine, including many who have used cocaine and most who study cocaine use, and information about the physiological effects of cocaine and the lives of cocaine users seems consistent with it, so simply asserting that you disagree or citing the familiar generalization that people usually don't harm themselves is unlikely to change anyone's mind.
Ian please note sarcasm does not actually translate to viewers of this written medium as you intended
"The reliability of one’s intuition depends greatly on past knowledge and occurrences in a specific area. For example, someone who has had more experiences with children will tend to have a better instinct or intuition about what they should do in certain situations with them. This is not to say that one with a great amount of experience is always going to have an accurate intuition (because some can be biased); however, the chances of it being more reliable are definitely amplified" - Eugene Sadler-Smith. Inside Intuition. 2008.
skatter plots anyone?
argument supporting concious or unconcious scientific process to "gut feeling" or intuitive thought processesIntuition without previous experiences is probably less "reliable" than those with previous experiences
same function as sample sizes in scientific method - pretty simple stuff
What about cases where we have strong scientific evidence that group B is operating on mistaken beliefs.
What about parents in group B wanting to treat their children's cancer with prayer or homoeopathy?
Or group B smoking because they don't think it causes cancer?
Now my only concern is deciding in principal which group has scientific evidence on its side. For instance the US public isn't a good candidate to declare the inefficacy of prayer, but I'm sceptical about throwing away paternalism just because the crazies might gain power.
Imposing one's preferred lifestyle onto others is beneficial. Don't bother dissecting rationalisations, let alone intuitive ones.
This argument boils down to the same problem that every government has to deal with eventually and repeatedly -- codified vs. discretionary power. There are good points to make for both, depending on the circumstances, but I have a rule (see what I did there?) that says to never put a person who resists limits on power in a position to use any.
I think the important thing to note is that it really is possible to come up with some nice, well-thought out rules to govern paternalistic impulses. For instance, you could point to the addictive nature of cocaine as the reason why access should be regulated, further point out the psychotropic effects as evidence that there need to be additional controls, etc. These would work fine as long as you are willing to apply them universally (i.e. if your rule would ban caffeine and you do not wish to, you need to change the rule rather than make an exception). You don't need intuition to tell you when the government needs to get involved, the negative effects should be proof enough, and focusing on those negative effects alone is a good way to judge good legislation (which would aim to control those effects while causing minimal disruption) from bad.
Except for when it comes to gay marriage; I just know there's something wrong with that.
This is a take off of a Cato piece trying to challenge nudging towards individual or societal goals. Given that there is so much in the popular culture that supports, for example, achohol consumption, weed, etc., a nudge that is better than "brain fried on egg" is not so bad. It's just that one group likes one set of controllers over another; but the nudge folks aren't even controllers! Here is Richard Thaler's criticism of the Cato piece:http://www.cato-unbound.org...
There are not many (if any) general principles that are going to useful for all possible groups of people. That's why you have to use values and beliefs and faiths (what Robin subsumes under intuition). At some point you have to say We believe X. If you believe Y and Y is sufficiently exclusive of X, we either find some way to reconcile these differences. If not, we have to a) live apart or b) force one or the other to conform. Robin seems to think some meta rules will fix this. Nonsense. At some point if a plausible meta rule conflicts with a strong enough intuition I say dump the stupid rule. And if our intuitions are important and different enough,... Well, that's what political conflict is all about.
I have always found it interesting that Cowen considers Roissy evil but considers Caplan a compatriot
A lot of folks think that "intuitions" are just kind of belief or inclination to believe, typically a belief or inclination that one has difficulty defending in a precisely articulated way. The force of your "just intuition" argument seems to turn largely on the suggestion that intuitions are the deliverance of some occult faculty, or the idea that the reason to believe a particular intuitive judgment is that it is an intuition.
If this other view about "intuitions" is right, then the reason to believe a particular intuition is not "that it is intuitive" but whatever facts one's subconscious reasoning was sensitive to. Now, it could turn out that what your subconscious reasoning was sensitive to isn't any good, but I don't see that we've been given reasons to think that's the case for the particular "intuitions" under discussion. (not that we've been given reason to think that they're good either)
The question should be, do you have a better tool than intuition to offer? Can you prove it's better than intuition (in the particular class of cases)? Substituting intuition by arbitrarily chosen principles will only make things worse. Of course, one shouldn't be content with intuitive answers, but that applies to almost any tool you could offer as well, it is not a problem characteristic of intuition in particular. | <urn:uuid:58bb47fe-146a-4c26-8215-a32fa99eeed6> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.overcomingbias.com/p/intuiting-too-muchhtml/comments | 2024-04-21T20:04:44Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.96685 | 1,594 |
Benefits and Risks of Therapeutic Ultrasound
What is a Therapeutic Ultrasound?
When most people think of an ultrasound, they envision a doppler type of scan used to monitor pregnancies and to diagnose medical issues; however, an ultrasound can also be used for medical treatment. Therapeutic ultrasound, or ultrasound therapy, is a non-invasive, medication-free procedure that has been used to treat various chronic pain conditions since the 1940s. It is typically performed by a trained physical therapist in an outpatient setting; it is also used in hospitals for certain injuries and conditions during the recovery process.
Two types of therapeutic ultrasound are available: thermal (deep heating) and mechanical (cavitation). Thermal therapeutic ultrasound increases blood circulation and, in theory, promotes healing and decreases pain. Mechanical therapeutic ultrasound causes rapid expansion and contraction of tiny gas bubbles surrounding an injury, which, in theory, speeds up the healing process.
Potential benefits of therapeutic ultrasound include the following:
- Pain may be reduced.
- Swelling and inflammation is reduced, promoting healing.
- Deep warming of tissues encourages the healing process.
- Kidney stones can be broken into smaller pieces.
- Muscular flexibility may increase.
- Blood circulation may improve.
- This procedure is typically pain-free and rarely requires the use of anesthetics or pain-relievers.
- It is a simple and non-invasive procedure.
Potential risks of therapeutic ultrasound include the following:
- Superficial burns to the skin may occur if used for long periods. This can be avoided by the continual movement of the ultrasound wand.
- Mechanical therapeutic ultrasounds may potentially cause internal bleeding or scarring, depending on the duration of exposure.
- Although unlikely, a “microplosion” can occur as a result of cavitation therapeutic ultrasounds, which may damage cellular activity.
Although generally considered a safe treatment, therapeutic ultrasound is not recommended for the following:
- Damage to the fetus can occur in pregnant women.
- Avoid near implanted devices, such as pacemakers or spinal cord stimulator.
- Do not use it over the spine or eyes.
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While your Lennox® HVAC equipment isn’t able to speak to you, it possesses a procedure to get your attention when there’s a furnace error.
Its motherboard has two LED lights that can display a fault code. Subject to the problem, your furnace could use solid or flashing lights.
While there are various basic furnace repairs you can take care of on your own, most services are best taken care of by HVAC technicians. When your heating system won’t start or provide heat, contact Paniccia Heating & Cooling at 219-872-2198 for professional furnace repair in Michigan City.
Our technicians will swiftly identify and fix the issue, even if you don’t use a Lennox heater. We can service all brands or models—and get the comfort reintroduced to your home without delay.
What Does the Flickering Light on My Furnace Mean?
Your heater relies on lights to flash code when it is malfunctioning. It also works this system to tell you it’s operating like it should.
Correct function includes:
- Concurrent slow flash—furnace working properly.
- Concurrent fast flash—heater is starting to call for heat.
If you see a solitary light going on and off slowly and the other going on and off rapidly, your heater might be experiencing a low flame signal. This can take place even when your heater is operating properly. It signifies the flame sensing rod could have buildup or in the wrong spot on the burner. Reach out to us at 219-872-2198 for support.
Here are several other of the most routine errors for Lennox HVAC systems.
Heating System Refuses to Start
Here are some of the light sequences you may notice when your furnace refuses to or keep operating. Most of these errors have to be handled by a professional, such as one from Paniccia Heating & Cooling.
- The pair of LED lights are extinguished. This signifies your heating system might not have electricity. Look at the breaker box to confirm the furnace fuse isn’t tripped. You should reset the fuse if it’s in the “off” position. If it instantly turns off following a reset, don’t try to reset it again and call us at 219-872-2198.
- An individual light is unchanging and the other is flashing slowly. This shows the flame rollout switch is possibly malfunctioning. The part is a critical safety tool that assists in stopping fires and carbon monoxide. You shouldn’t attempt to handle this issue yourself.
- An individual light is blinking fast and the other is blinking slowly. This typically signifies power polarity has been transposed. Your heating system might have a wiring problem that calls for expert assistance from Paniccia Heating & Cooling.
- The pair of lights are blinking slowly. This indicates your heater’s blower motor likely isn’t working. This piece sends hot air from the furnace into your rooms. We can help in figuring out what’s causing an issue with this component.
- A single light is flickering slowly and the other is flashing quickly. This means your heating system could have not enough voltage or a short circuit. Call our technicians at 219-872-2198 for support.
- One light is flickering on, on, off while the other flickers on, off, on. This signifies there could be a malfunction with your HVAC system’s control panel or wiring. Paniccia Heating & Cooling can locate the issue and take care of it.
- The duo of lights display every other slow flashes. This means your heating system may have a flame failure. There might be an issue with its gas supply, gas valve or ignitor control. Reach out to us at 219-872-2198 for help.
- An individual light blinks slowly while the other is continuous. This typically signifies your HVAC system’s limit switch is experiencing an error. The switch prevents your heating system from getting too hot. Reach out to the professionals at Paniccia Heating & Cooling for assistance.
Heater Blower Operates But No Heat
Here’s what might be wrong when you observe your heating system’s blower fan running, but you aren’t receiving any warm air.
- The duo of lights are giving alternate quick flickers. This means your furnace ignitor may not be in working order. This part ignites fuel in your heater to create warmth and should be serviced by a specialist from Paniccia Heating & Cooling.
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Members of the ultranationalist street gang known as the Proud Boys were easy to spot at the protests that flared across the United States throughout 2020, often in the middle of a brawl, typically clad in black and yellow outfits.
But in December, as the group’s leaders planned to flood Washington to oppose the certification of the Electoral College vote this week for President-elect Joe Biden, they decided to do something different.
“The ProudBoys will turn out in record numbers on Jan 6th but this time with a twist…,” Henry “Enrique” Tarrio, the group’s president, wrote in a late-December post on Parler, a social media platform that has become popular with right-wing activists and conservatives. “We will not be wearing our traditional Black and Yellow. We will be incognito and we will spread across downtown DC in smaller teams. And who knows….we might dress in all BLACK for the occasion.”
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Deciding to remodel your bathroom at the start of a New Year is a fantastic idea. A bathroom renovation can give your home that fresh face lift it has been needing. It is also time to remodel at the start of a New Year due to the fact that you can get on board with all of the latest trends. We came across a few bathroom trends that are expected to be hot items in 2013. Take a look:
One big trend we found is concrete in the bathroom. Counter tops and sinks, such as this one, are using concrete to mock the look of luxury hotels. This material is expected to become popular due to its natural and organic feel. It is also extremely durable and can add a surprisingly comfortable feel to the bathroom. Concrete also offers some unique characteristics that allow your builder to furnish a product completely unique to your home. Lighted countertops are just one of the many examples of customized options that ParsCo can offer.
Floating fixtures are also items that are predicted to be quite popular in 2013. Using floating fixtures in a bathroom reduces the amount of cramped space by opening up the area, giving you spacial options you might have never known you had before using the fixtures. In addition, floating fixtures can also create that modern feel you have been looking to create in your bathroom.
Adding sparkling and classic features is also becoming a popular trend. Hanging elements such as chandeliers in the bathroom create a feeling of elegance and add a touch of shine. In addition, adding timeless and sparkling elements makes the bathroom connect with the rest of the home and leaves it feeling less like a bathroom and more like a luxurious powder room.
Call ParsCo today to discuss your next project and get a free design consultation.
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Winter is often referred to as the season of colds and flues. The constant dropping temperature during the last months of the year may trigger various types of illnesses and health problems, often causing serious trouble for the people.
According to medical experts, sundry bacteria remain active in winters and may take a toll on the human immune system. Thus, they suggest people to undergo a full body health checkup at this time of the year.
Runny nose, nasal congestion, cough, and headaches are some of the most common symptoms associated with cold. The condition is caused by various types of viruses including rhinovirus, which is held responsible in almost 50% of the cases. According to medical researches, proximity of people catching cold is higher in winter months as compared to other months of the year.
Bacterial and viral infections during winters can lead to the condition of sore throat. It is known to cause pain and irritation with scratchiness in the throat, and can also lead to other complications like headaches and stomach pain. Some experts believe that frequent changes in temperature can also affect the throat.
Influenza, or commonly known as flu, is an infectious disease primarily caused by the influenza virus. It is a contagious respiratory illness that infects the nose, throat, and in worst cases, the lungs. High fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches and pain are some related problems.
Pneumococcal disease is caused by streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria that remain proactive during the winter and early spring season. Pneumonia (lung infection), meningitis (infection of the brain and spinal cord covering), bacteremia (infection of blood streams), as well as sinus and ear infections are some associated complications.
Asthma, Norovirus, joint pain, dry skin, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) are some other winter flourishing complications that can hamper the day-to-day physical as well as social life of the people. Thus, it is important to take necessary precautions in the flu season and undergo a full body checkup for evaluating the gravity of the problem.
Some benefits of a full body checkup include:
Undergoing a full body checkup goes in sync with the idea of prevention is better than cure. With the human immune system sharing a greater risk in the winter season, regular body checkups become all the more essential. It makes people aware of the overall medical condition of their bodies and encourages them to live a healthy life.
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Saturated fat from meat may be associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) than other food sources, according to preliminary research presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2021, held virtually between August 27-30, 2021.
Previous studies suggest that different foods rich in saturated fatty acids (SFA), particularly meat and dairy, have differing associations with CVD. Therefore, researchers from the United Kingdom and US aimed to determine how SFA from various foods relates to total CVD (CVD and stroke combined), ischemic heart disease (IHD), and stroke.
Researchers analyzed data on over 114 000 UK Biobank participants who had completed more than two 24-hour dietary assessments and were free of CVD at the date of the latest dietary assessment. Participants also completed a detailed lifestyle questionnaire and had blood samples and body measurements taken.
Risks of incident total CVD, IHD, and stroke by intakes of SFA from different dietary sources (eg, dairy and meat) were estimated using multivariable Cox regressions, according to the study abstract. Additional models assessed the role of body mass index (BMI) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) as potential mediators.
Over a median 8.5 years of follow-up, there were 4365, 3394, and 1041 cases of total CVD, IHD and stroke, respectively. Researchers did not observe any significant associations between total SFA consumption and CVD outcomes.
When researchers assessed the different food sources, they found consuming 5% higher total energy from SFA from meat was associated with 19% and 21% increased risk of total CVD and IHD, respectively. However, the associations did not remain significant after researchers adjusted for BMI.
Results also showed that SFA from dairy was inversely associated with IHD risk, but this association was not clear after adjusting for BMI, according to the abstract.
“Our results suggest that differences in BMI may be responsible, in part, for the association between cardiovascular disease and saturated fat from meat. It is not possible to determine whether this is because of a specific impact of saturated fat from meat on BMI or because those with a higher BMI consume more meat,” said lead author Rebecca Kelly, MPH, DPhil student, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, United Kingdom, in an ESC press release.
“It is difficult to fully disentangle whether part of the effect of saturated fat on cardiovascular disease may be through higher LDL cholesterol in this cohort because cholesterol-lowering medication use is high in UK adults,” added Kelly.
Kelly and colleagues recommend that patients follow the dietary guidelines recommendation to consume less than 10% of daily energy from saturated fat.
“Our findings emphasise the importance of studying the different food sources of saturated fat when examining risk of cardiovascular disease. Further research is needed to ensure that these observations were not influenced by dietary or non-dietary factors that were not measured in this study,” concluded Kelly in the press release.
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John A. (Jackie) Ohmann passed away, in the early morning hours of October 15, with the hearts and light of his family nearby. He was 96. Jackie was the third child born to John and Elizabeth (Feneis) Ohmann in Albany, Minnesota in 1924. For most of his adult life, he called Greenwald, a town he loved and served, his home. As a very young man, Jackie served our country in the US Navy on the USS Jenkins (DD 447) a Destroyer that brought this Stearns County boy to the South Pacific. After his honorable discharge, he returned to Greenwald where he met his bride, Charlene Schwieters, whom he married in August of 1950. Together they had 11 children. Jackie worked at the Greenwald Elevator until his retirement in 1989.
Jackie was a dedicated member of St. Andrew’s Church in Greenwald where he spent hours in prayer. He served as altar boy, then boys’ choir, adult choir, lector and Eucharistic Minister. He considered all of these ministries a great honor. For years, he was the parish bookkeeper, keeping neat and tidy columns in the ledgers. Perhaps though, he will mostly be remembered by others for his rich tenor voice that brought joy and comfort to thousands of congregants. He loved to sing and for him it was like praying twice.
Greenwald played a significant role in Jackie’s life. For many years he served on the council as Village Clerk. In addition, he was a long-time member of the American Legion and the Knights of Columbus. Jackie was honored as part of the Freedom Honor Flight which brought WWII veterans to Washington, DC to honor them and to share with them the WWII memorial. For many years, Jackie enjoyed attending reunions with his Jenkins shipmates who, for good reason, referred to their ship as the “Mighty J”.
Jackie was a reflective and appreciative man who once wrote, “...everybody should have a family like ours.” He believed that he and his family were “blessed with an abundant amount of graces” for which he was deeply thankful. His usual response to “How are you?” was a line that he lived and believed: “Never had it so good.” Part of those deep reflections came when he was hunting or fishing. He spent countless hours in the woods and on the lakes, with his strong internal compass always guiding him like the North Star.
Jackie is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 70 years, Charlene, and their children, Peg (Paul) Mercer of Long Lake, MN, Pat (Bruce) Milbrett of Forest Lake, MN, John (Pam) of Wasilla, AK, Susan Keen of Cambridge, MN, Lisa (Joseph) Krause of Corvallis, OR, Laurie (Doug) Schley of Mounds View, MN, Steven (Lisa) of Ham Lake, MN, Michael of Lino Lakes, MN, Tina (Angus) Rowe of Zagreb, Croatia, and Sarah Sommers of Reno, NV. His survivors also include 22 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, his brother Fr. Daniel Ohmann, his sister, Janet (John) Haas, sisters-in-law Erna Ohmann, Gloria Ohmann, Joan (Jerry) Ehresmann and many nieces and nephews. Jackie was preceded in death by his daughter Kate, his parents John and Elizabeth, his parents-in-law Leo and Carrie (Nathe) Schwieters, brothers Albert, Urban, Reuben, and sisters Mabel Kraemer and Sr. Elizabeth “Kizzie” Ohmann.
Due to current circumstances, Jackie’s family will mourn and celebrate him in a private mass and burial at St Andrew’s Church in Greenwald. For friends and family, be prepared to celebrate his life in true Ohmann fashion sometime next summer with open arms and good cheer.
The family deeply appreciates the kindness that Jackie received while at Park View, Pine Haven and St. Ben’s and they extend, to the staff there, a grateful hand.
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Our dogs can talk, but they can express themselves through facial expressions and sounds. Many dog behaviors that appear strange to us are actually quite important signals that our furry friends try to transmit.
Staring and whining are two of them. But what does it mean, though, when both are executed?
Why is my dog looking at me and whining?
When your dog stares at you while whining he/she tries to seek your attention. But the attention they aim to "steal" from us appears in some circumstances:
- Excitement - Your dog is excited to experience it with you because of something he is thrilled about
- Desire to be petted - Your dog only wants to be petted, he/she wants your whole attention and affection. Just make a small reading break and pet your doggo ♥️
- Boredom - Even animals get bored occasionally; perhaps your dog is telling you to do something fun like go for a walk, play, or make some new friends
- Play - Your pup wants to play with you
- Anxiety - Something is bothering your furry friend, make sure you observe the source of his anxiety and try to comfort it
- Something hurts - When our dogs are in pain, they will occasionally whine and stare at us as a way of trying to inform us. If this happens, be sure to investigate the source of the discomfort, if there is any, and seek immediate medical attention.
So, when your dog stares at you and whines it genuinely means that it wants YOUR ATTENTION
If you look at these two actions independently, they essentially say the same thing.
Frequent dog stares are, as they appear is a statement of love. Dogs will stare at their owners to show affection, just like people do when they are in love. In actuality, the love hormone, oxytocin, is released when dogs and people stare at each other.
Dogs use a variety of vocal emotions, including whining. Dogs typically whine when they're excited, scared, or trying to calm you down. They also frequently whine when they want attention.
Having said that, you've learned today about yet another canine behavior that will help you understand your dog more fully.
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Upgraded graphics, higher frame rates, and an overall smoother gaming experience, that’s what you can expect when you pick up ASUS’s ROG Strix 23.8″ gaming monitor. With its fast 270Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, this display is tailored specifically for gamers who want to take their gameplay to new heights of fluidity and responsiveness. And thanks to its HDR support and wide color gamut, you’ll be treated to vibrant visuals that make your games look their best.
ASUS ROG Strix 23.8” 1080P HDR Gaming Monitor (XG249CM) – Full HD, IPS, 270Hz
As of today, you can grab this ASUS ROG Strix gaming monitor on Amazon for just $219, giving you up to $80 in savings and letting you upgrade your setup for less. With its impressive array of features tailored for gaming, this ASUS ROG monitor has a lot to offer.
All you need to know about this ASUS ROG Strix gaming monitor
- 23.8-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080): This monitor is built for serious gamers who demand the smoothest visuals during fast-paced action. With its blistering 270Hz refresh rate, it delivers smooth motion and removes choppy visuals that can throw off your gameplay.
- 1ms Response Time: Sluggish response times are a gamer’s worst nightmare, leading to frustrating ghosting and blurring. But with ASUS’s Fast IPS technology, this monitor boasts an incredible 1ms response time, ensuring rapid on-screen movements are rendered with crystal clarity.
- ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync: This advanced feature takes motion clarity to the next level by combining ELMB with G-SYNC compatibility. It virtually eliminates ghosting and tearing, so you can focus on the action without visual distractions.
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): HDR technology dramatically enhances the monitor’s contrast and color performance, delivering deeper blacks, brighter whites, and a wider range of rich, nuanced hues. Games will look more realistic and captivating than ever before.
- Supports Adaptive-Sync and FreeSync Premium: Whether you’re team NVIDIA or team AMD, this monitor has you covered with seamless adaptive sync technology. It supports both G-SYNC Compatible and FreeSync Premium, synchronizing the refresh rate with your graphics card’s output.
- Connectivity Options: With a wide array of ports including HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and USB, this monitor offers flexible connectivity for seamless integration with your gaming setup. The included cables also ensure you have everything you need right out of the box.
- 3-month Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription: As a bonus, you’ll receive a complimentary 3-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud, unlocking a suite of powerful creative tools like Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro.
Why should you buy ASUS ROG Strix gaming monitor
For gamers who crave an incredibly smooth and responsive gaming experience but don’t have thousands to splash on a monitor, this ASUS ROG Strix 23.8″ is a great choice. Sure, it may not be the fanciest or most feature-packed option out there, but it nails the essentials that matter most to gamers. The standout features like the blistering 270Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time ensure you’ll enjoy top gaming visuals. And with technologies like Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync and adaptive sync support, the on-screen action stays smooth and perfectly synchronized. While the 1080p resolution may not be considered the best these days, the HDR support and wide color gamut still deliver pleasingly vibrant and realistic visuals that enhance the gaming experience.
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Amazon’s final day of its Big Spring Sale has seen some great last-minute deals appear, like this Hisense QLED TV deal that stands to save you a tonne. At 75 inches this QLED 4K TV is a great option if you’re looking for a top TV for sports or gaming. Using Quantum Dot technology you get a greater range of shade and contrast allowing for a vibrant, more lifelike picture. With this discount, it’s one of the cheapest 75-inch QLED TVs available on Amazon! Check out the massive savings you stand to make on this deal below and for all the best Hisense TV news and deals, make sure to keep coming back to PC Guide.
Hisense 75-Inch Class U6HF Series ULED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV
- Great price for such a large-panel TV
- Built-in Amazon Fire TV allows for super-smooth streaming
- Great looking QLED display
- 60Hz refresh rate sluggish for large TV
- 600-nit brightness could be higher
- Not as good contrast ratio as mini-LED or OLED displays
Originally retailing for $1,149.99 you can now pick up this Hisense U6HF 75-inch for $629.99, a discount of 45% that saves you $530.00! It’s certainly a large saving at nearly half-off, but what are you getting for that saving? Let’s take a look at how this Hisense QLED TV deal performs.
Specs and performance of this 75-inch Hisense U6HF
Specs | Details |
Screen Size | 75 inches (3.1″D x 65.9″W x 37.8″H) |
Display Technology | QLED |
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels (4K) |
Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Special features | Fire TV built-in, Alexa Voice Remote, Dolby Vision HDR 10+ |
How we rate the Hisense U6HF
This Hisense QLED is priced as a budget TV and it’s fair to say its performance reflects this. The 75-inch display is 4K so you get a sharp and detailed picture that’s great for watching sports and movies. The Quantum Dot filter and HDR 10+ allow for a vibrant picture with a massive range of shades. The U6HF has a 60Hz refresh rate with 220 local dimming zones, these are pretty average for a TV of this size but will still be more than adequate for the majority of things you’re watching. The in-built Fire TV is a big plus however as it provides you with an excellent native operating system to navigate between your favorite shows and apps quickly and seamlessly without the need to buy a separate Fire TV stick.
Overall, this is a good-looking TV but isn’t a stand-out in the 75-inch QLED category, its major draw is the amount of TV you’re getting for such a low price. Now let’s take a closer look at the price right now of this Hisense QLED TV deal to see whether it’s a good time to buy.
Is this a good price for this Hisense QLED TV deal
We write about deals all the time here at PC Guide and so we know the annoyance you feel when you think you’ve got a deal on something and realize it was way cheaper only a few months ago. To avoid this, we’ve used the price comparison site Camelcamelcamel.com to see how the price of the Hisense U6HF has changed over time, check it out below.
As you can see from the graph this latest discount on Amazon has dropped the price of this Hisense QLED TV deal to the lowest it’s previously been at $629.99, making it a great time to buy. When looking at other TVs in the 75-inch QLED TV category the price is also a great price. The Samsung Q70A 75-inch is nearly twice the price at $1,237.95 while this budget-focussed Roku 75-inch is still $799.99! Making this a great option if you’re looking for the cheapest way to get a 4K QLED TV
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McDonald's customers worldwide were unable to order today at select stores due to an IT failure.
“We are aware of a technology outage, which impacted our restaurants; the issue is now being resolved,” McDonald’s tells CNN. “Notably, the issue is not related to a cybersecurity event.”
The outage appeared to affect stores in the US, Japan, Hong Kong, and the UK, though McDonald's has not commented on the full size and scope of the issue.
"We are currently experiencing a system failure. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause and ask that you please wait for a while until the service is restored," McDonald's Japan posted on X, as translated by Google. An hour later, another post confirmed stores were closed nationwide.
A McDonald's store in Virginia remains affected by the issue as of 9:30am, the store manager tells PCMag. All handheld ordering devices are not working. The store cannot log into the computers, as the password isn't taking. The inventory management systems are also down.
"I tried to call [McDonald's support], but they're so busy. What do I do?" she tells PCMag. Luckily, the store can still take orders at the drive-thru and register so it has not been forced to close.
Other stores seem to have recovered. A McDonald's store in New York told CNN that the IT system went down around 1am and returned around 5am. A UK location experienced an outage from 6am to 7am local time (2am to 3pm Eastern).
McDonald's social media accounts for Hong Kong and Taiwan also reported system outages, affecting the online and phone ordering systems.
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Planning your East Africa Safari? We hear you, there’s a lot to choose from, East Africa can present perplexing variety!
Knowing that full well, we at Pearl Gorillas beseech you to never skip the mountain gorilla trekking experience for anything. This is a lifetime activity that should never left out of your bucket list, need we explain?
World Wildlife Fund lists the Virunga mastiff as home to over 640 mountain gorillas. At Pearl Gorilla Safaris, we ensure your Rwanda-Uganda Gorilla itinerary (which features the most gorilla sightings) is maximized, because your Safari savings deserve their worth, don’t they?
Travelling with us, you can count on for a full blown experience in the land where half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas live.
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St. Stephen's Green
This 22-acre park at the top of Grafton Street is a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of the city's streets. Take time out to explore the tree lined walks, shrubbery and colourful flowerbeds around the lake. On weekends the railings of St Stephen's Green become an al fresco art gallery as local artists set up shop to display and sell their work. While lunchtime concerts are performed in the park during the summer months.
The name St Stephen’s Green originates from a church called St Stephen’s in that area in the thirteenth century. Attached to the church was a leper hospital. Around this time the area was a marshy piece of common ground, which extended as far as the River Dodder and was used by the citizens of the city for grazing livestock.
In 1663 the City Assembly decided that the plot of ground could be used to generate income for the city and a central area of twenty-seven acres was marked out which would define the park boundary, with the remaining ground being let out into ninety building lots. Rent generated was to be used to build walls and paving around the Green. Each tenant also had to plant six sycamore trees near the wall, in order to establish some privacy within the park. In 1670 the first paid gardeners were employed to tend to the park.
The Centre of Fashionable Display
The Green became a particularly fashionable place during the eighteenth century, owing mainly to the opening of Grafton Street in 1708 and Dawson Street in 1723, and the construction of desirable properties in and around this area. The Beaux Walk situated along the northern perimeter of the park became a popular location for high society to promenade. Lewis’ Dublin Guide of 1787 describes the Beaux Walk as being a scene of elegance and taste. Other walks found in the park included the French Walk found along the western perimeter of the park, and Monk’s Walk and Leeson’s Walk located along the eastern and southern boundaries of the park respectively.
A Private Affair
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Have you or a loved one been injured in a car accident in California? The unfortunate reality is you’re far from alone. The California Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) shows the number of fatalities and serious injuries reached an all-time high in 2021 and only dipped slightly in 2022.
While the Golden State population climbed a modest 2.5% between 2013 and 2023, fatalities and serious injuries on the road shot up 61%, reaching 19,465 in 2022. As we reported in this post on the rise in fatal traffic accidents in California, 4,407 people died in 2022, which represents a 22% increase compared to 2019.
Being involved in a car accident can be a harrowing experience, leaving individuals with physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens. While no case is the same, you can better protect your health, well-being, and legal rights in the aftermath of a car accident in California by knowing which general steps to take.
What Should You Do After a Motor Vehicle Accident?
We should note that in the event of a serious injury, following these steps may not be possible for the injured party. In such cases, the priority should always be seeking immediate medical attention. Once the injured person’s condition has stabilized, they or their loved ones can begin taking these steps on their behalf or seek assistance from a trusted family member, friend, or legal representative.
Step 1: Ensure Safety
A key priority after a car accident is to ensure the safety of everyone involved. If possible, move your vehicle to a safe location away from traffic to prevent further accidents. Check yourself and others for injuries and seek medical attention immediately if necessary. It is important to prioritize your health and well-being above all else.
Step 2: Call Law Enforcement
Contact law enforcement to report the accident, especially if there are injuries or significant property damage. A police report will be crucial for documenting the details of the accident and may be required for insurance claims and legal proceedings later on. Be sure to provide accurate information to the responding officers and cooperate fully with their investigation.
Step 3: Exchange Information
Exchange contact and insurance information with the other parties involved in the accident, including drivers, passengers, and witnesses. Gather details such as names, phone numbers, addresses, license plate numbers, and insurance policy numbers. This information will be essential for filing insurance claims and pursuing legal action if necessary.
Step 4: Document the Scene
Take photos of the accident scene, including the vehicles involved, any visible injuries, road conditions, traffic signs, and any other relevant details. Additionally, write down a detailed account of how the accident occurred while the events are still fresh in your memory. These documentation efforts can provide valuable evidence to support your insurance claims and legal case.
Step 5: Seek Medical Attention
Even if you believe your injuries are minor, it is important to seek medical attention promptly after a car accident. Some injuries may not be immediately apparent and can worsen over time if left untreated. A thorough medical evaluation will ensure that you receive the necessary treatment and documentation of your injuries, which will be essential for any insurance claims or legal proceedings.
Step 6: Notify Your Insurance Company
Report the accident to your insurance company as soon as possible to initiate the claims process. Provide them with all the relevant details of the accident, including the police report, photos, and medical records. Be cautious when speaking with insurance adjusters and avoid admitting fault or making statements that could be used against you later on.
Step 7: Consult with an Attorney
Consider consulting with a qualified personal injury attorney specializing in car accident cases. An experienced trial attorney can help protect your legal rights, negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf, and pursue compensation for your injuries, damages, and losses. They can also provide valuable guidance on navigating the complex legal process and advocating for your best interests.
To take an example of the value of seeking the right representation:
In a recent case handled by Penney & Associates, a 66-year-old certified nursing assistant sustained severe injuries in a car accident. While on her way to work early one dark December morning, our client’s vehicle collided with a disabled car that had come to a stop on the freeway. The other driver had lost control of her vehicle, causing it to block two lanes of traffic.
Initially, the investigating officer assigned 100% of the blame to our client. However, further investigation conducted by independent experts revealed that our client was not at fault. Instead, it was determined that the other driver bore complete responsibility for the accident. Sadly, the other driver suffered fatal injuries in the collision.
After thorough legal proceedings, the case was resolved with a settlement reaching the insurance policy limit of $1.5 million.
Step 8: Keep Records and Follow Up
Keep thorough records of all medical treatments, expenses, and communications related to the accident. Follow up with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and legal counsel as needed to ensure that your case progresses smoothly. Stay organized and proactive throughout the recovery process to maximize your chances of a successful outcome.
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If you have been injured in a car accident, don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. We will review your case, explain your legal options, and guide you through the process every step of the way. Let us fight for your rights and help you get back on the road to recovery.
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TWO years ago Eskimo Joe frontman Kav Temperley caught the tail end of a performance by little-known Perth singer songwriter Kathryn Rollins.
Last night, beneath the Norfolk Hotel in the Norfolk Basement Lounge in Fremantle - the very same venue - he introduced her as the newest signing to Eskimo Joe’s brand new record label Dirt Diamonds in front of a packed music industry crowd including the head of Warner Music Australia Tony Harlow.
The boutique label is co-run by Eskimo Joe's manager Catherine Haridy and is intended to act as an incubator for young and emerging talent who will record and be mentored by the band in their O'Connor studio The Wasteland.
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HE may have been buffeted by the wind, but Australia's Casey Stoner has shown he won't be burdened by his world champion status this MotoGP season.
Stoner defied windy conditions which worsened during the session to post the quickest time on day one of final pre-season testing in Jerez, Spain.
The Honda star rocketed to a fastest lap of 1min 39.146sec, ahead of Spain's Jorge Lorenzo by 0.273sec on a Yamaha.
Stoner continued on from a racy showing in Sepang, Malaysia, in previous pre-season testing, and declared himself thrilled with his performance in Jerez.
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READ NOW"It's been a good first day," Stoner told autosport.com
"We did a race distance with a soft set tyres this morning and we were getting quicker and quicker as we progressed, but I think also the circuit was getting better.
"Then we put the hard tyre on and did a tyre comparison and we had very similar feelings to what we had in Sepang.
"We tried a few things with the chassis as the bike was proving slow to turn in the corner but in general it is working well especially at the end of the tyre life."
The reigning world champion completed 54 laps and set the benchmark time on his last lap to snatch honours from Yamaha's Lorenzo, who had set the pace for most of the day.
Nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi appeared to struggle in ninth place on his Ducati - nearly two seconds slower than Stoner's rocket lap.
Rossi blamed losing time on entering corners for his woes.
Teams and riders will have two more days of testing in Jerez, using the 1,000cc bikes which will debut in MotoGP this season.
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POLICE have issued a public plea for clues to an attempted kidnapping in Queens Park involving a teenage girl and her young brother last week.
The 17-year-old girl and her nine-year-old brother were at a park about 6.45pm on Friday when a vehicle approached the girl and a female driver asked her for directions, police say.
The girl was providing the information when the woman grabbed her suddenly by the wrist and repeatedly told her to get into the car.
The girl managed to break free and she and her brother ran home.
There was also a man seated in the rear of the vehicle at the time.
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QUEEN’S PARK - Today, MPP Lise Vaugeois (Thunder Bay--Superior North) joined MPP Joel Harden (Ottawa Centre) in a united effort to protect the rights of Ontario families to visit and advocate for their loved ones in care. Vaugeois and Harden held a joint press conference this morning alongside Maria Sardelis, founder of Access to Seniors and Disabled Advocacy Group and Cherie Vandebenne, who shared their personal experiences. Vaugeois later introduced her first Private Members Bill, 'An Act to Establish the Advocate for Older Adults', co-sponsored by MPP Laura Mae Lindo in the legislature - doubling down on her commitment to seniors.
Currently, home operators are inappropriately using the Trespass Act to retaliate against family members who speak out about their loved ones’ living conditions. Instead of responding to family’s concerns, certain home operators illegally use the Act to ban them.
“Because police do not know the correct and incorrect uses of the Trespass Act, and family members who have been banned do not know who to turn to for help, home operators are getting away with ripping families apart to avoid accountability for the quality of care in their homes,” Vaugeois said. “Worse, people in care are threatened with retribution if their family members persist in raising concerns.”
Harden formally introduced Motion 129, also known as "Voula's Law," in the legislature in 2021. On March 4, the non-binding motion was passed by all members from each caucus. However, the motion was only the first step. Harden, Vaugeois and the Ontario NDP have continued to ask the Ford Conservatives to respect the legislature's will and clarify to care home operators that trespass orders cannot be issued to ban family members who speak out about their loved ones' living conditions.
“What we are seeing here is a minority of rogue home care facilities that think they are kings of the castle," said Harden. “Now more than ever, we must prevent the incorrect and illegal use of the Trespass to Property Act to deny families visitation rights.”
Under the proposed legislation, if the actions of an advocate were dangerous, however, as in all other settings, criminal laws would continue to apply.
The NDP has started a petition to support Voula’s Law and urge individuals who have been affected or resonate with those affected to sign.
Maria Sardelis, Founder of Access to Seniors and Disabled Advocacy Group , whose 97-year-old mother was denied access for 316 days after raising concerns about her mother's living conditions:
"When an individual is unlawfully denied their freedoms to come and go as they please, like others in society, and forced to submit to unlawful restrictions on their choices and movements, that person’s Charter rights are infringed. The TPA and Motion 129 protects against Charter infringements."
Cherie Vandevenne shared her experience of being trespassed from her mothers long-term-care home in Chatham:
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PALMETTO, FLA. — Choice Pet Products announced plans for a partnership with CollaChews™, a pet chew brand by the M Pet Group, on Dec. 14. Through the partnership, Choice Pet Products will distribute CollaChews products to independent retailers throughout Florida.
“We couldn’t be more excited to launch CollaChews with Choice Pet Products,” said Zachary San Roman, sales manager at M Pet Group. “CollaChews natural dog treats are designed for pet parents who take pride in what they feed their pets. The Choice Pet Products customers will love the chew of CollaChews.”
The CollaChews portfolio includes collagen dog chews offered in four flavors — Beef, Chicken, Bully and Peanut Butter — and various formats, including sticks, rolls and chips. All the chews are formulated with natural, highly digestible ingredients, including grass-fed cattle, and are free from rawhide, sugar, dairy and soy.
“This is a great brand to bring to Choice Pet Products,” said Bob Sledzinski, vice president of brand development at Choice Pet Products. “CollaChews’ commitment to high quality and ethical ingredients makes them a great addition to our expanding line of all-natural chews. CollaChews not only provides a healthy alternative to rawhide but keeps dogs busy with their patented long-lasting chew formula.”
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Tizanidine (Zanaflex; Novartis) has severalpharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamicproperties that predispose it toadverse drug interactions, including thefollowing:
In a randomized controlled study ofhealthy subjects, pretreatment with fluvoxamine(100 mg/day for 4 days) resultedin a dramatic 33-fold increase intizanidine area under the plasma concentration-time curve (AUC).1 Themarked increases in tizanidine plasmaconcentrations were accompanied bypharmacodynamic changes, such asmarked reduction in systolic blood pressureand increased sedation. These findingssuggest a potentially dangerousdrug interaction, and concurrent use oftizanidine and fluvoxamine is contraindicated.Fluvoxamine is a potent CYP1A2inhibitor, which is probably the primarymechanism for this interaction.
Retrospective analysis of tizanidinepharmacokinetics in women taking oralcontraceptives found that they hadabout a 50% lower clearance of tizanidine,compared with women not takingoral contraceptives. This finding is consistentwith other evidence showing thatestrogens are modest inhibitors ofCYP1A2. In women taking oral contraceptives,tizanidine should be initiatedwith conservative doses and graduallyincreased based on response.
Other CYP1A2 Inhibitors
Since tizanidine appears to be verysusceptible to interactions with inhibitorsof CYP1A2, one should monitor forincreased tizanidine response if anyCYP1A2 inhibitor is used. Drugs knownto inhibit CYP1A2 include atazanavir(Reyataz), ciprofloxacin (Cipro), enoxacin(Penetrex), mexiletine (Mexitil), tacrine(Cognex), and zileuton (Zyflo). Monitorparticularly for excessive sedation andhypotension.
Sedation is a prominent side effect oftizanidine, and this is likely to be additivewith any other CNS depressant. Tizanidine-induced sedation appears to bedose-related, so patients on larger tizanidinedoses, and/or reduced CYP1A2activity due to drugs or other reasons,would be at greater risk. Alcohol mayincrease tizanidine plasma concentrationssomewhat and produce additiveCNS depression, so patients should bewarned to limit alcohol intake.
Tizanidine, like clonidine, is an alpha2-adrenoreceptor agonist and thus canproduce hypotension when given aloneor can enhance the hypotensive effectsof other drugs. Two cases of acutehypotension have been reported (in a 10-year-old boy and a 48-year-old woman)when tizanidine was added to lisinopriltherapy.2,3 Monitor blood pressure andpatient response when tizanidine is initiatedin patients receiving angiotensinconvertingenzyme inhibitors or anyother antihypertensive drugs. Sincetizanidine is an alpha-adrenergic agonist,it generally should not be used withother alpha-adrenergic agonists such asclonidine, guanabenz, or guanfacine.
Drs. Horn and Hansten are both professorsof pharmacy at the Universityof Washington School of Pharmacy.For an electronic version of this article,including references if any, visitwww.hanstenandhorn.com.
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A new security measure would use a patient’s unique electrocardiograph to unlock electronic health records.
Researchers are currently working to use patient heartbeats as a way to unlock their electronic health records (EHRs). This unconventional method would use the heart’s specific electrical pattern as an encryption key to access a patient’s medical information, according to a study conducted at Binghamton University.
"The cost and complexity of traditional encryption solutions prevent them being directly applied to telemedicine or mobile healthcare," said co-author of the study Zhanpeng Jin, PhD. “Those systems are gradually replacing clinic-centered healthcare, and we wanted to find a unique solution to protect sensitive personal health data with something simple, available and cost-effective.”
Standard security measures ―such as cryptography or encryption ― are expensive, time-consuming, and require computation. These methods also may leave patient information vulnerable to cyberhackers, who have mastered the skills necessary to break into these records.
The new proposed method would encrypt patient data using patients’ electrocardiograph (ECG) as a unique key to gain access to their records.
"The ECG signal is one of the most important and common physiological parameters collected and analyzed to understand a patient's health," Dr Jin said. "While ECG signals are collected for clinical diagnosis and transmitted through networks to electronic health records, we strategically reused the ECG signals for the data encryption. Through this strategy, the security and privacy can be enhanced while minimum cost will be added."
In simple terms, a patient’s heartbeat would become the password to their EHRs, which contains a multitude of different information. According to the US Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, EHRs may contain demographics, notes, problems, medications the patient is taking, vital signs, medical history, immunization records, laboratory data, and radiology reports.
While this information can greatly improve the care a patient receives, traditional encryption methods have resulted in health insurers and hospitals becoming the victim of cyberattacks where patient information is compromised.
This new ECG-based password system is a combination of previous research conducted by the team of investigators related to using a person’s “brainprint” to access computers, buildings, and cybersecurity work, according to the study.
"This research will be very helpful and significant for next-generation secure, personalized healthcare," Dr Jin said.
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How Much is Inheritance Tax? UK Laws Explained
Dealing with Inheritance Tax (IHT) can be one of the most daunting parts of the probate process. The standard Inheritance Tax rate is high, meaning that IHT liability can cost your loved ones thousands of pounds after you die. However, with some careful planning, it is possible to reduce or completely avoid your IHT liability. In this brief guide, the experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors detail how much Inheritance Tax is in the UK, and potential ways to minimise your bill.
Figures from HMRC show that only one in 20 estates is large enough to incur an IHT liability. However, increasing inflation, coupled with the fact that the inheritance tax threshold is expected to remain frozen until 2028, means that more of us are likely to pay this often costly tax in the coming years.
The rules around Inheritance Tax can be difficult to understand at first, particularly for executors who are often dealing with grief, and already have a lot of administrative duties related to managing a deceased person's estate. However, it is important to understand how to calculate and pay tax on an estate, particularly as failing to pay IHT on time can cause delays in the probate process.
Here, the wills and probate experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors explain what IHT is, detail the Inheritance Tax rates and tax-free allowances in the UK, outline how professional advice when drawing up a will or planning an estate can minimise this liability, and guide executors through their responsibilities when administering an estate. If you need legal services to reduce your tax liability or support you in managing an estate, you can contact us by completing the enquiry form below or by calling 0151 666 9090.
What is Inheritance Tax?
As a brief explanation, IHT is payable on the estate of someone who has passed away. We have indicated above that you do not need to pay IHT on all estates, or even most - only those that exceed the Inheritance Tax threshold, which we will explain in more detail below.
Unlike some taxes, the executor must calculate the Inheritance Tax liability of an estate themselves, and report this to HMRC as part of the probate process. This is one of the first steps, and means that executors must estimate the value of an estate before they apply for a grant of probate. Once they have reported the value of the estate, they will be responsible for establishing a more accurate value of the deceased's estate, and calculating and paying Inheritance Tax that is due.
How much is IHT in the UK?
How much Inheritance Tax is owed will depend on the size of the estate. For example, there will be no Inheritance Tax to pay if:
- The value of the estate is below what is known as the nil rate band. This threshold is £325,000
- The deceased left everything above this threshold to a spouse or civil partner
- The deceased left everything above the threshold to an exempt beneficiary, such as a charity
Any of the deceased's assets that are left to a spouse or civil partner (or a charity) do not incur a tax liability provided the couple is married or in a registered civil partnership. If none of the above applies the estate will be taxed at:
- 40% on anything above the £325,000 threshold
This tax-free threshold can be increased, however. If the deceased decides to give their home to their children or grandchildren, the threshold can increase to £500,000. This is due to what is known as the residence nil rate band (RNRB)
- The maximum RNRB is currently £175,000, which is added to the overall Inheritance Tax threshold
This applies to deaths after 5th April 2017 and can be claimed where the family home is inherited by children or grandchildren.
In addition to this, married couples and those in civil partnerships can pool an unused threshold with that of their spouse or civil partner. This can double the amount of NRM and RNRB for the surviving partner.
- Unused Inheritance Tax thresholds transferred to partners can increase the tax free allowance to £650,000
- A residence nil rate band transferred to a surviving partner can increase the RNRB threshold to £350,000
- Combined, a surviving partner could have a new tax-free threshold of £1 million
This is quite a complex area of law - for example, different rules will apply to an unmarried partner - so it is always best to seek legal advice before submitting your Inheritance Tax form to HMRC.
When do you pay Inheritance Tax?
If there is Inheritance Tax due, it must be paid by the end of the sixth month after the person’s death. This normally gives the executors plenty of time to get everything in the estate valued and to calculate their liability. In most cases, the executor pays Inheritance Tax from the estate's assets - this must be paid before beneficiaries receive any gifts from the will.
If the tax bill is not paid in time, HMRC will start to charge interest. This can represent a significant amount of money, particularly due to the sums involved and the high rate of IHT. Therefore, it is important for executors to act quickly and fulfil their administrative duties with care.
Will the freeze on the Inheritance Tax-free threshold affect me?
In the 2022 Autumn Statement, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed that the threshold for Inheritance Tax will be frozen for a further two years. In his time as Chancellor, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak had already frozen the threshold at £325,000 until April 2026. This new freeze means the threshold will not increase until at least April 2028.
Unfortunately, as property prices increase, estate values will also go up. This freeze on the tax-free allowance means that more people will likely have to pay Inheritance Tax over the next five years. Analysis by accountancy firm RSM has revealed that 10,000 more families could end up paying IHT in the coming years.
For these reasons, it is important to understand the rules around Inheritance Tax and when it might affect you, along with the strategies you can use to minimise your liability.
How can Percy Hughes & Roberts help?
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Did we elect a Republican Senate last November or didn’t we? We’ll find out when the Senate votes on the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). That will be the first important test of whether or not Republican Senators are willing to stand up for American interests against the internationalist ploys of Bill Clinton and Madeleine Albright.
If the most conservative Senate in our generation runs from the fight and approves this dangerous, anti-American treaty, you can be sure the Clinton Administration will use it as a prototype to push other dangerous weapons agreements and UN treaties. Secretary Albright is already nagging Senators in behalf of Hillary Rodham Clinton’s two favorite treaties, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the UN Convention on Discrimination Against Women, both of which are bad news for women, children, parents, taxpayers, and freedom in America.
Anyone who thinks that the CWC will rid the world of chemical weapons is whistling in the dark. The CWC will actually increase the danger of chemical attack because it would disarm the United States while the rogue countries most apt to use chemical weapons, Iran, Syria, North Korea and Libya, won’t sign it and wouldn’t be bound by it if they did.
Russia has signed the CWC, but is considered unlikely to ratify it unless the U.S. taxpayers fork out billions of dollars in U.S. aid to pay for the destruction of Russia’s vast existing arsenal. Even then, Russia has a deplorable record of noncompliance with weapons treaties and, considering the shaky state of its government, we’d be fools to trust in future compliance.
One of the big problems with this proposed ban on chemical weapons is that so many chemicals which can be used in weapons are so widely used for commercial purposes that it’s totally impractical to ban them. If a chemical weapon is not listed, then it can’t be banned or controlled by the treaty. Can we be sure that all dangerous chemical weapons have already been invented?
A former Soviet chemical weapons scientist, Vil Mirzayanov, boasted that the Kremlin negotiated loopholes in the treaty so that the list of controlled chemicals does not include several which Russia has developed to make chemicals vastly more lethal. That’s the way foreign governments play games with us in writing treaties.
There’s absolutely no way that the United States or any treaty can enforce, or that U.S. intelligence can verify, a worldwide ban on chemical weapons. Rogue states know that even militarily significant stockpiles are undetectable.
Some CWC advocates assert that the treaty’s intrusive inspection system will help us to know more than we would otherwise know. In fact, we’ll probably know less because other governments will conceal noncompliance. We live in a world in which the United States feels bound by treaties but other signatories feel no such compulsion.
Most CWC proponents acknowledge the treaty’s defects but argue that, on balance, it’s still a good idea because it’s a step in the right direction of outlawing dangerous weapons. It’s actually a step in the wrong direction. CWC even obligates the United States to transfer chemical weapons production and defensive technology to states like Iran, Cuba, Russia and China.
Like most of the treaties the Clinton Administration wants the Senate to ratify, it would set up a massive new UN-style international inspection bureaucracy, which, of course, the U.S. taxpayers will have to pay for (estimated at $200 million per year). So what else is new!
To add insult to injury, these newly created UN bureaucrats will immediately acquire the right to inspect any site in the United States on demand, including factories, government buildings, and even individual homes. Bye, bye Fourth Amendment when the UN busybodies force American businesses to submit to searches without either probable cause or judicially approved search warrants.
Of course, other countries don’t have protections like our Fourth Amendment, so U.S. constitutional rights always get short shrift in any treaty.
These inspections will impose a costly burden on U.S. industry. Some 8,000 U.S. companies would become subject to a host of expensive new regulations and reporting requirements. U.S. companies also stand to lose confidential business information from these inspections.
The Clinton Administration is champing at the bit to send the Senate a whole series of global initiatives designed to give Clinton prestige and camaraderie among other heads of state, but which diminish American sovereignty and individual rights. These other initiatives include imposing global taxes to support the UN, controlling the world’s climate and environment, financing family planning and housing for foreign countries, international gun control, giving the Third World control of our technology to mine the riches of the seas, and giving UN committees of “experts” the authority to dictate relationships between men and women and between parent and child.
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The potential of Chinese herbs and challenges in their application are explored in a review from a Chinese-Canadian research group.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a long history of clinical practice, and its own theoretical framework focused on functions at the whole-body level, explain Joshua Gong of the Guelph Food Research Centre and co-authors from the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Changsha and Wuhan Polytechnic University.
However, due to cultural differences, TCM has not been fully recognised in Western countries. Recent advances in ‘-omics’ and bioinformatics in combination with other tools in systems biology may offer a good opportunity to elucidate the molecular mechanisms by which the herbs improve gut health and performance of livestock, which will be critical in addressing the challenges to fully develop the application of Chinese herbs for food animal production.
The uniqueness of TCM theory and practice is the approach to maintain and restore the body balance as a whole with no or little unfavourable side effects.
Recent studies have shown that Chinese herbs used as feed additives can modulate nutritional metabolism, immune responses and intestinal health of food-producing animals, demonstrating good potential as substitutes for dietary antibiotics.
The authors critically review recent progress from scientific research into Chinese herbs as feed additives and their potential to replace dietary antibiotics.
Nonetheless, some issues need to be addressed before Chinese herbs can reach their full application. Challenges in future application for pigs and poultry production are discussed by the authors. Among these are a lack of knowledge on the active ingredients in most herbal additives, of quality control, of standards for scientific evaluation and of understanding of the mechanisms underlying herbal functions.
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This afternoon, from 6 – 7:30 PM, Joshua Stanton will present his new report “Arsenal of Terror: North Korea, State Sponsor of Terrorism” sponsored and commissioned by the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea (HRNK) at the National Press Club in Washington D.C. In addition to the main presentation by Mr. Stanton, speakers and discussants include Suzanne Scholte, Nicholas Eberstadt, Greg Scarlatoiu, and Marcus Noland.
The full report (.pdf) is an exhaustive– albeit highly readable – accounting of the legal foundations of the United States’ State Sponsor of Terror (SSOT) list, and a catalog of North Korean state actions that have justified its inclusion for two decades. Although North Korea was removed from the SSOT list in 2008, Stanton ultimately argues that “It is past time for the Secretary of State to carefully review North Korea’s past and recent conduct and to recognize that North Korea has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism.”
North Korea was listed on the SSOT list between 1988 and 2008. The 1988 listing was chiefly motivated by the November 1987 bombing of Korean Air Flight 858 attributed to North Korean agents, as well as a 1983 bombing in Rangoon that killed 21 -- though not the intended target, South Korean president Chun Doo-hwan. During this time, North Korea continued to engage in state-sponsored acts of terror and provide assistance to known terror groups.
The Bush Administration’s removal of North Korea from the SSOT list in 2008 was connected to ongoing denuclearization and rapprochement talks at the time, including the Six Party Talks. However, Stanton provides a strong case that the regime has continued to engage in activities that satisfy the legal definitions of “international terrorism” and terror “support”, including:
- Suspected arms transfers to terrorists. Between 2008 and 2014, there have been multiple interdictions of arms shipments bound for Syria and Iran. Intelligence reports and investigative journalism strongly suggest these illicit shipments are ultimately destined for terrorist-designated organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas.
- Assassinations, kidnapping attempts, and plots. North Korean agents have not only pursued high-profile assassinations attempts on foreign soil, including plots on defector Hwang Jang-yop and dissident Park Sang-hak. The state has also routinely harassed, intimidated, and harmed North Korean refugees. Our reporting of the case of Danish refugee Bae Jun Sik - which was resolved fortunately – is one such example among many.
- Threats against civilian targets in South Korea. Threats levied by KCNA and other state organs towards civilians in South Korea are numerous and routine almost to the point of banality. In most cases, North Korea’s threats refer to direct military action and thus don’t necessarily fall under the definition of international terrorism. However, they do satisfy other criteria, namely the intention to “terrorize”, and to go after civilian targets like newspapers, civilian airliners, and so on.
In many areas, North Korea’s actions fall into legal grey zones (direct military attacks against South Korea, proliferation of nuclear and chemical weapons technology, nuclear and missile tests, etc.) that only partially or indirectly meet criteria for international terror. Cyber-attacks are one such topical and potentially dangerous area. The massive intrusion on Sony studios late last year was one high-profile example among many incidents attributed to North Korean hackers, including attacks on banks, websites, newspapers, and broadcasters inside and outside of South Korea. Stanton argues that the Sony hack does not constitute terrorism, as it was not a “violent” attack and, arguably, no “dangerous device” was employed. In contrast, the cyber intrusion into South Korea’s nuclear power facilities late last year – which was not connected to North Korea at the time but has since been attributed to North Korea by South Korea – could fit under the legal purview of “international terrorism.”
Going forward, Stanton urges that North Korea’s continued activity in spheres that directly or partially fall under international terrorism should prompt the Secretary of State to review the country’s re-listing on the SSOT list. In order to improve the process and make designations more transparent in the future, Stanton concludes that officials should clarify the legal standards for SSOT listing, reconsider the effectiveness of the resulting sanctions, and consider the creation of an alternative list that sanctions “threats to international peace”; it is on this list that all of all grey area-activities – including military actions, threats to civilians, and cyber offenses – could clearly fall.
“Arsenal of Terror” provides an excellent overview of this important topic for both the initiated and un-initiated alike. As an attorney with decades of experience, Stanton takes the legal constraints of his arguments very seriously. He is explicit on the fact that there is no clear-cut definition of what constitutes “international terrorism” or “support”, and what admittedly murky language we do have does not unequivocally apply to many activities perpetrated by North Korea, as odious as they are. Nonetheless, there is ample evidence to reopen the issue of whether North Korea should fall back onto the State Sponsor of Terror list.
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When traveling to Pangasinan comes to mind, the popular destinations would always be the Hundred Islands National Park in Alaminos, the beach resorts in Bolinao or the pilgrimage town of Manaoag. But lately, tourists are now discovering another must-visit destination in Pangasinan, the coastal town of Dasol - which also has nice beach resorts.
Enjoying the beach with only a few guests! That's what we had when we visited Villa Balinmanok, a "not-so-well-known" but beautiful beach resort in Dasol, Pangasinan. It was a much-needed summer getaway on a secluded beach where we just enjoyed the beach, the sand, the sun, the rock formations; and of course, a dose of good music. What a perfect way to end summer 2015!
How to Get there
Coming from Manila, you could take a bus bound for Alaminos City. Five Star Bus and Victory Liner have regular trips to the city. Fare is around 400 pesos and travel time is around 5 hours. Upon arrival in Alaminos City, take a bus bound for Sta. Cruz, Zambales which passes by the town of Dasol. The bus can be found at the Victory Liner Bus Station. Fare is around 40 pesos and travel time is about 45 minutes. Tell the driver to drop you in Dasol. From Dasol highway, you could hire a tricycle going to Villa Balinmanok. It is around 16 kilometers away; travel time is about 1 hour and tricycle rental is 300-400 pesos.Villa Balinmanok is a private beach resort composed of 3 resorts owned by the Carbarlo Family. As this trip was through the invitation of my mom's friend who is the owner of Recudo 2 Resort, we already had a reservation prior to going there.
Upon arrival at the resort, we were warmly welcomed by the caretakers, Ate Linda and Kuya Willy.
The heat of the summer sun is quite unbearable, so we decided to settle our things in one of the open cottages by the beach. While waiting for our room to be ready, I sat under the coconut tree in front of the beach and enjoyed the cool wind and the sound of the waves.
Our accommodation is a one-bedroom bahay kubo made of bamboo with double deck beds. It also has 1 electric fan and a small veranda with a table and sitting area. Rate for this kubo accommodation is 2,000 pesos per night which is good for 2-3 persons.There are also open cottages with day beds available for day tours or even for overnight stay. Rate is 1,500 per day.
Clean common toilet and bath with shower are also available.
If you wish to have a more comfortable stay, you may choose to stay in one of the 2 air-conditioned villas. It is complete with bedrooms, own toilet and bath, living area and a kitchen. Room rates starts from 3,000 (good for 6 persons) to 5,500 (good for 10 persons) pesos.
Sights and Attractions
During our 3 days - 2 nights stay, we just enjoyed Villa Balinmanok's beach which has a stretch of semi-fine cream sand dotted with tall coconut trees. It is kissed by calm waters with beautiful rock formations and a shipwreck.The resort's raw and rugged charm is truly inviting. Villa Balinmanok Beach Resort is best enjoyed if you want to appreciate quietness, tranquility and natural beauty of the surroundings.
Overall, we had an awesome stay at Villa Balinmanok Beach Resort. The beach may not be as unspoiled and pristine as the other lesser known beaches in the country, but it is certainly a place where one could find peace and serenity during his or her vacation. So, if you're looking for a nice beach resort in Dasol, Pangasinan, check out Villa Balinmanok Beach Resort!
SEE ALSO: Hotels and Beach Resorts in Pangasinan
Tips and Reminders
- There is a small sari-sari store in the resort but with limited supplies. I highly recommend that you bring all you need, especially food and water.
- The road leading to the resort is mostly paved but there are also some parts that are still rough. If you're bringing a car, be sure that your car can handle it.
- As there are limited accommodation, it is advisable that you call them in advance (please see contact details at the end of this post).
- Be sure to get the mobile number of your tricycle driver or ask them to fetch you.
- If they are fully-booked, they also rent out camping tents or you may bring your own.
- There are islands nearby that you could visit. Ask the caretakers where to rent a boat.
- Explore the vast property. You may also visit the 2 other resorts of Villa Balinmanok nearby.
- Always practice "leave no trace" principle.
- Bus Fare (Manila-Alaminos) - Php 400.00
- Bus Fare (Alaminos to Dasol) - Php 40.00
- Tricycle Rental to Villa Balinmanok - Php 400.00 / tricycle
- Entrance Fee - Php 60.00 / person
- Food - Php 500.00 - 1,000.00 / person for 3 days
- Accommodation - Php 2,000.00 per night
- Tricycle Rental back to hi-way - Php 400.00 / tricycle
- Bus Fare (Dasol to Alaminos) - Php 40.00
- Bus Fare (Alaminos to Manila) - Php 400.00
Villa Balinmanok Beach Resort
Address: Brgy. Osmena, Dasol PangasinanContact Persons:
- Kuya Willy - 0920-2694783
- Ate Linda - 0916-1668438
ALSO READ: PANGASINAN ITINERARY: 10 Best Things to Do in Pangasinan, Tourist Spots, Places to Visit & Travel Guide Blog 2021 for First-timers
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Forming in Budapest, Hungary in 2006 The Trousers didn't waste any time getting to work. They released their first full length called Planetary Process in 2008 and then quickly followed up with Soul Machine in 2010. Most recently they released their third full-length entitled Freakbeat, which is one hell of a great sounding rock record. Zoltan Kovary is the songwriter, lead vocalist and plays guitar for the band. The band is rounded out by Peter Locke (guitar), Adam llias (bass) and Zoltan Cs. Szabo (drums). You can tell from the first track on Freakbeat that The Trousers has a locked in chemistry and love playing in a room together. The production on the record is exceptional. Everything from the dynamics, to the guitar tone, to the saturation is right on the money. They pump the room with an immediate burst of energy with the first track called “I Get Around.” The guitars sound huge and the chorus is infectious as Kovary sings, “I get around when your walls come tumbling down.” You can't help but get energized with the fast bpm and wailing guitar solos. “Sister Sludge” sounds a bit like its name. A bit influenced by sludge metal and classic rock the song is another rocker that doesn't know how to take its foot off the gas. The title track “Freakbeat” sounds like a classic from the opening moments. It has an anthemic chant and vocal delivery that may make it the best song on the album (If not the best, it definitely should be the single).”Under The Wheel” reminded me a bit of the classic cult band Television while The Kinks cover “All Day and All of The NIght” may sound better than the original. It’s more intense at the very least. The album ends with metal blues hybrid called “Demon Gasoline. The Trousers’ third release Freakbeat is an intense, fun ride. They never slow down and the album could turn a small gathering into a raging party.
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Injection molder Bemis Manufacturing Co. plans to increase the size of its plant in northern Mexico and to add three new presses with clamping forces ranging from 1,000-1,500 tons.
The Sheboygan Falls, Wis., company is about to break ground on a 50,000-square-foot addition to its facility in Monterrey, it said in an April 21 news release.
The three new presses will include at least one multi-barrel machine and the building will be able to support machines with a clamping force as high as 4,400 tons, Bemis added. The company installed a 2,600-ton press in Monterrey in 2015.
CEO Jim Feiertag said the company wants to be there to serve customers who have moved or expanded to Mexico, where Bemis has manufactured proprietary plumbing and medical products since 1999.
The Monterrey facility, which employs 160 in three shifts, six days a week, is nearing capacity. In addition, the company wants to grow in segments where it already operates and to enter new markets, Doug Odell, vice president of sales and marketing for Bemis's contract molding services group, said.
“We're excited that the Mexico expansion will allow us to offer even more in the recreational vehicle, office furniture, construction and agriculture and heavy-duty truck markets, and we're excited for new markets,” Odell said.
The company plans to add workers once the expansion is complete, but Feiertag said the new investment in Mexico does not mean that Bemis will “shift” attention away from its contract facilities in Lenoir, N.C., and Sheboygan Falls. Both are experiencing strong growth, Feiertag said. | <urn:uuid:928dee3e-dce4-4b94-87e7-0c2c8ab52981> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.plasticsnews.com/article/20160421/NEWS/160429942/bemis-manufacturing-expanding-mexico-molding-facility | 2024-04-21T21:58:05Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.965729 | 358 |
Emily’s Story – Berlin, J-Term 2017; IES Freiburg, Fall 2017
Economics and Environmental Studies (minors in German and Classical Studies) – Class of 2019
What she would like other students to know:
Study away helped me solidify what I wanted from my college experience and helped me decide that I wanted to pursue a Masters degree in Germany after graduating from PLU. I made lifelong friends with both my American classmates and also with other students from around the world, which made the experience even more exciting. I studied a topic, resource economics, that I become passionate about and eventually wrote both of my Capstones on, and also what I hope to study and write my Maters thesis on in Graduate School. Without these experiences, I truly do not know what my post-grad plans would have looked like. I am excited to move back to Germany this fall to pursue my Masters degree in Economics!
A piece of advice to future study away students:
Don’t be afraid to break out from the group! Although my American cohort was great and I made good friends with them, I also actively tried to meet both Germans and other students. I got to know the city better and I started to feel like I was getting the true student experience in Germany.
What surprised her about studying away:
Just how many international students there were at my university. In one of my language classes I was the only native English speaker, which was amazing and fun and forced me to really practice my German. This was definitely an experience I would not be able to have in the USA. | <urn:uuid:a997cb4e-11ea-4934-b787-bfb8421d424b> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.plu.edu/studyaway/studyabroad/student-stories/emily-burk/ | 2024-04-21T21:45:36Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.985778 | 328 |
MANILA – Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) reported a net income attributable to equity holders of the parent totaling PHP3.77 billion based on its audited financial statements, posting a record 30-percent increase compared to the previous year.
FLI's total consolidated revenues and other income rose by 13 percent to PHP22.55 billion in 2023, attributed to the solid contributions of residential and leasing business segments.
"We are very pleased to report Filinvest Land's financial results in 2023 which were driven by the consistent and robust performance of our residential business segment. This was driven by increasing sales to our overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), alongside the strategic expansion and regionalization of our sales network," FLI president and chief executive officer Tristan Las Marias said in a statement.
Las Marias said they anticipate further expansion opportunities for FLI in the coming year given the strong performance of its leasing businesses including malls, offices, industrial spaces, and co-living and co-working spaces.
FLI said the revenue of its residential segment grew 13 percent to PHP14.49 billion in 2023, driven by an accelerated construction progress and the success of housing projects and medium-rise condominiums across strategic locations nationwide.
It said earnings of its mall business increased by 32 percent to PHP2.21 billion, fueled by higher mall occupancy, increased shopper traffic and normalized rental rates across FLI's prominent malls.
That of office segment rose by 2 percent to PHP4.66 billion, given the improved occupancy rates and rate escalations.
FLI recognized revenues from its new ventures, including its co-living business in Filinvest Mimosa+ Leisure City and its industrial park in New Clark City, showcasing its diversified portfolio and strategic expansion efforts.
The co-living or dormitel business segment also contributed strongly on its maiden year with a 1-percent share in revenues and 4-percent share in net income. (PNA) | <urn:uuid:37544bdf-3aa6-4e51-b3d9-3118f69e9b02> | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1219776 | 2024-04-21T19:54:11Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.959327 | 402 |
PWP's Contribution to CUNY Chapfest Super Chap Anthology |
Please join Poets Wear Prada, our Chief Executive Editor, Roxanne Hoffman, and our Creative Director & Production Editor, Jack Cooper, at the fifth annual CUNY Chapfest Bookfair this Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4, held at the CUNY Graduate Center, 365 Fifth Avenue at 34th Street, NYC. The festival is taking place in the Proshansky Auditorium and on the C-Level.
The CUNY Chapfest celebrates the chapbook as a work of art and as a medium for alternative and emerging writers and publishers.
Poets Wear Prada will be among the sixty chapbook publishers showcased at this event. We will be presenting chapbooks by Mary Orovan, Erik La Prade, Austin Alexis, Joel Allegretti, Richard Marx Weinraub, Laura Vookles, Tantra Zawadi, Michael Montlack, Ice Gayle Johnson, Gil Fagiani, Maria Lisella, and more. A limited number of signed first editions will available for some of our titles.
To celebrate the festival's fifth year, Lost & Found: The CUNY Poetics Document Initiative has created a superchap — a mini-anthology. Each participating publisher was invited to fill one page of the chapbook however they wanted. The resulting book was assembled and designed by Megan Mangum, our Lost & Found designer, with the cover designed by book artist Jeff Peterson of Double Cross Press. The printing was done by Peter Viegas and the
Friday book fair hours are from 12:00pm to 6:30pm; Saturday hours from 12:00pm to 5:00pm.
The festival is free and open to the public, though workshops require advance registration and some may require a small materials fee.
For the complete schedule and list of participating publishers please visit: http://chapbookfestival.org/
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Off-duty Philadelphia Police Officer Fred Attakora was wounded and a 23-year-old man was killed when gunfire tore into an Independence Day party in Southwest Philadelphia.
Both victims — Officer Attakora and a man named Michael Boateng were quickly transported to a nearby hospital. Attakora is reportedly recovering. Boateng has been declared dead.
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I recently reviewed a film starring Denzel Washington and featuring a train. Well guess what I’m doing so again! This time however the film is called Unstoppable (2010). I bet you can’t guess the films plot? Ok it’s about a runaway train. The film sees Washington team up with director Tony Scott once more. Is it any good I hear you say? Let’s take a look, so without further ado here’s my Unstoppable blu-ray review.
- Unstoppable (2010)
- Genre: Action, Thriller
- Directed by Tony Scott
- UK Rating 12
- Discs: 2 (Blu-ray & DVD)
- Released By 20th Century Fox
- Blu-ray Released: 28 March 2011
A train driver makes a couple of terrible decisions. This first is not connecting his train’s air breaks. However it’s the second one that really causes some serious problems. He decides to leave his moving train which results in a runaway. Worse still the train’s cargo contains a mix of toxic and flammable material.
Style / Direction
The films directed by Tony Scott whilst the cinematography is handled by Ben Seresin. This definitely feels like a Tony Scott film. The action is very slick and the camera angles and shots suit the genre exceptionally well.
The action and drama is well thought-out even when things go slightly off the rails.
Music / Audio Effects
The music score comes from Harry Gregson-Williams. It’s very much a high tempo action score that we have come to expect from a Tony Scott action movie. In short it gets the job done but isn’t memorable after the films conclusion.
Acting / Characters
Denzel Washington plays Frank Barnes a railway veteran of almost 30 years. Furthermore he’s just been serviced notice forcing him to accept early retirement. Washington plays a largely likeable character. It’s because of this that you are fully invested in his characters plight.
Chris Pine takes on the role of Will Colson a rookie train conductor. He is seen by the older workers as the reason they are losing their jobs. This initially creates quite a bit of tension between his and Washington’s characters. Pine to be fair plays his role pretty well. His scenes with Denzel Washington are after all at the centre of the films story.
The other main character is that of yardmaster Connie Hooper played by Rosario Dawson. She’s ultimately responsible for the train and how to recover it. Dawson does a competent job like both Washington and Pine. This allows the story to move along at breakneck speed without hitting any buffers.
- Denzel Washington as Frank Barnes
- Chris Pine as Will Colson
- Rosario Dawson as Connie Hooper
- Ethan Suplee as Dewey
- Kevin Dunn as Oscar Galvin
- Kevin Corrigan as Inspector Scott Werner
- Kevin Chapman as Bunny
- Lew Temple as Ned Oldham
- David Warshofsky as Judd Stewart
- Jessy Schram as Darcy Colson
Conclusion: Unstoppable (2010) Film Review
Unstoppable is a film that falls into the category of being a highly enjoyable action thriller. It no masterpiece but pretty much does what it sets out to do, entertain.
It’s a decent film and one that’s well worth a look.
Conclusion: Unstoppable Blu-ray Review
The film is from 2010 and therefore has no picture quality issues. On the extras side there’s a pretty comprehensive set. There’s a good look behind the scenes into the making of the film. It’s worth a look if you want to see just how real the film really is, no CGI here.
- Audio Commentary from Director Tony Scott
- The Fastest Track: Unleashing Unstoppable (30 mins)
- Derailed: Anatomy of A Scene (10 mins)
- Hanging Off The Train: Stunt Work
- On The Rails With The Director & Cast
- Theatrical Trailer
Popcorn Cinema Rating: Unstoppable (2010)
MOVIE RATING: GOOD
BLU-RAY RATING: EXCELLENT
EXTRAS: VERY GOOD
POPCORN CINEMA: RECOMMENDED
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Unstoppable (2010) Trailer
For those of you yet to see the film I’ll leave you with a little taster…
Clip may not representative of the Blu-ray version
That’s concludes my Unstoppable blu-ray review. I’m aiming to review at least one Denzel Washington film a week. What’s next? Check back soon…
Summary: Unstoppable (2010) Blu-ray Review
Movie title: Unstoppable (2010)
Duration: 94 mins
Director(s): Tony Scott
Actor(s): Denzel Washington, Chris Pine, Rosario Dawson
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- Blu-ray Picture Rating
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We'll continue to shout this until we're blue in the face: sun cream is arguably the most valuable product in your beauty bag. It's the most important skin-care product you'll own and use, both on your face and your body. Wearing sunscreen protects against UVA and UVB rays, which prevents skin cancer and ageing, and also helps to minimise other facial skin concerns including hyperpigmentation, rosacea, sun spots, and fine lines. As the weather starts to get warmer, it's especially important to stock up on some decent sun cream formulas for the body that you'll actually use — and even enjoy using.
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There are a few things to consider when it comes to finding the right SPF to slather all over your body this summer. First, which application method do you prefer? Spray, bottle, or stick? Next, what's important when it comes to formula? Water resistant, transparent colour, or something non-greasy? Do you want a mineral or chemical sunscreen formula? Those with skin conditions like rosacea tend to do better with a mineral sunscreen as they cause less irritation, but those with darker skin tones will often find that mineral formulas leave a white cast. And finally, what factor do you want?
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An Ellington resident is facing several charges after a reported domestic dispute led to the seizure of multiple unregistered firearms and high-capacity magazines.
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Roseau High School educator, Katie Hedlund, strategically integrates tech into her classroom to make her Personal Finance course interactive and engaging. Katie has been teaching business education for 11 years, reaching up to 200 students each year with her Personal Finance, Accounting, Career Investigation, Marketing and Computer Application courses.
Students attend the University of MN - Crookston each year for their Business Day Competition.
Although seniors at Roseau High School are required to take an economics course, Katie believes that it's beneficial for students to take a dedicated personal finance class to get a deeper understanding of money management basics. While it is not a required course, 85% of students at Roseau High go through Katie's year-long elective Personal Finance class before graduating. She uses her dedicated Personal Finance course to cover topics including budgeting, saving, credit, debt, investing in retirement, insurance, life after college and taxes.
At the UMC Business Day Competition, students are given a business situation to practice making marketing and financial decisions to achieve the largest return on investment.
"It's a life skills class that everyone needs, and my school recognizes that it's one of the most important class students will take," explains Katie, who feels fortunate that her school administration is adamant about getting students into her Personal Finance class.
Strategically integrating tech into her classroom makes her course more interactive. By using games and apps, she enhances the learning environment, giving her students experiences that they wouldn't otherwise be exposed to, such as the stock market and investing.
In Katie's Marketing course, students run Taste Test activities to evaluate how marketing can impact consumer decisions.
In 2014, Katie won a $10,000 Toyota grant and brought in a classroom set of iPads and a stock ticker. "This year I raised nearly $10,000 from local businesses and individuals to bring a financial literacy wall into my classroom. This ‘digital wall' allows us to dig deeper into learning about investments, the stock market, and retirement planning," explains Katie.
The interactive TV screen, installed just this year, is used to monitor the stock market and set a watch list for various investments to teach the importance of diversification when investing. The class turns the activity into a competition, tracking who's in the lead and evaluating why they're succeeding. In the personal finance lab, students practice building an investment portfolio, watching their investments grow and learning how to reinvest.
During Financial Literacy Month in April, juniors and seniors from Katie’s Personal Finance course teach 1st and 2nd graders about saving and opportunity cost.
To celebrate Financial Literacy Month in April, Katie plans activities that bring in students from the wider school. This includes a financial "question of the day" that is posted on her classroom Twitter account, @mrshedlundclass. Students can come into her classroom to take a shot at the correct answer for the chance to receive a prize.
Her students especially enjoy hands-on activities, which let them connect to the real world and incorporate personal finance skills into their daily lives. As a class activity, high school students also mentor 1st and 2nd graders by teaching them the concepts of saving and opportunity costs, giving them the opportunity to share what they have learned. Katie brings in speakers from the community, such as local banks, insurance agents and financial planners to talk to students about these fields.
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Outside of the classroom, her students have competed in multiple financial literacy events. For the last four years, her teams have advanced into the Minnesota State Personal Finance Decathlon. This year, students participated in the Concordia College investing game for local high schools, winning 1st place out of 100 teams and earning $500.
To measure the success of her program, Katie uses investing competitions, a personal finance decathlon, and pre- and post-tests. These tests help to gage where students are at and what areas they may need to dedicate more time to covering. For example, students typically need to spend more time on credit to understand complex topics such as avoiding debt and making smart loan choices. "I have results for the last four school years showing large increases in their knowledge base in the areas of personal finance," says Katie.
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After experiencing how personal finance topics can sometimes go over the heads of 9th and 10th graders, Katie has discovered the optimal grade for her course to be 11th and 12th graders, since they are closer to having a job, car and checking account. "I'm able to get on a deeper level of understanding with juniors and seniors; they are able to see the real world aspect of it," explains Katie.
Two of Katie's student teams have qualified for the MN State Personal Finance Decathlon at the Federal Reserve bank in Minneapolis during the past 4 years.
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Hello! I’m excited to be guesting on Trysh’s blog today! I’m Erika and I blog over at Erika, Eventually. I never really post about music on my blog, though I am a huge music fan, so I thought that Music Monday would be a fun way to get out of my blogging ‘box’!
I can listen to generally any type of music, and so when I came across CATHEDRALS via a free download link via Twitter last year, I figured ‘alright, what do I have to lose?’ because free music = my favorite music. I wasn’t expecting to fall into my new obsession. It has been a long year with ups and downs, but CATHEDRALS has been the constant in my life.
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The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has left many feeling anxious and fearful of the future, with Putin threatening nuclear action.
The world was shocked by the news a full Russian invasion of Ukraine had begun.
Since then, many have been left in a state of alarm, some with loved ones still in Ukraine and others concerned at the wider impact on other countries.
We’ve spoken to three north-east psychotherapists for some tips on how to manage your anxiety during this uncertain time.
Feeling anxious about Ukraine is normal
Aberdeen expert Zac Fine says the news has come as a shock to many – but everyone will react differently depending on their past experiences.
“After the novelty of the news has gone away, some people will feel perfectly safe and go back to their usual concerns,” he said.
“Others will catastrophise. It’s at the heart of our lived experience and where our internal stories begin.”
“On seeing footage of the war in Ukraine, therefore, you may drop into a fight, flight or freeze state.
“Even though you are physically safe, your autonomic nervous system will screen that fact out and only detect the danger cue.”
How to cope with helplessness
Psychotherapist Tamsin Brett says watching the news about Ukraine unfold from afar can leave people feeling anxious and helpless.
She said: “These feelings can be so hard to process and can make us feel scared and fearful.
“There may [also] be feelings of uncertainty and unknown around whether there is going to be an escalation of involvement within our own lives and those we love.”
But Tamsin has developed her own coping mechanisms, which may help others too.
“For me, to help during such tough times, I reach out to others in a safe space,” she explained.
“Sharing what you are feeling and what is troubling you is a very simple but effective step.
“By offering each other a compassionate, empathetic and non-judgmental talking and listening space we can support each other during troubling times,” she added.
‘Keep doing what you’ve always done’
Jennifer Broadley says it’s important to keep your regular routines in place to help with a sense of normality.
“Although war is happening somewhere in the world, for now, it’s not impacting us getting up, dressed, getting to school or work, raising our families, exercising, feeding ourselves and connecting with friends,” she said.
“Keep doing what you’ve always done until there’s a real reason not to.”
She also urged people not to spend too long checking the news on Ukraine if they’re feeling anxious.
“It’s important at times like this to limit your news intake,” Jennifer explained.
“If you’ve had an update today, there’s no reason to read, listen or watch again until tomorrow.
“Inflammatory use of language is not in itself a in indication of imminent physical danger and it’s important for our own mental health to acknowledge this.
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The raw and untouched Pearl of Africa, Uganda, is home to one of the most breathtaking scenery in Africa and undoubtedly remarkable wildlife diversity on Earth. Travelers can always anticipate unmatched Uganda safari experiences while watching the gentle mountain gorillas in the dense jungles of south-western Uganda, lions, the towering giraffes, graceful elephants, frisky chimpanzees and chirping birds in their unique natural habitats.
Unbeaten gorilla encounters, unmatched game viewing, endless nature walking trails, chimpanzee trekking tours, mountaineering and indescribable bird watching experiences are some of the activities that the exciting National Parks in Uganda offer during safaris. However, even with only 10 National Parks, it is very challenging to pick the must-visit Parks because each one of them offers something unique and irresistible.
However, we have handpicked the top 4 exciting must-visit parks on a Uganda safari to help you plan your next tip in the beautiful East African Country.
Murchison falls National Park
Starting off with the oldest and largest protected area in Uganda, the phenomenal Murchison falls National Park is the Crown jewel of the country, as far as tourism is concerned. Established in 1952, this protected Area is one of the must-visit safari destinations in the country and ideal for encountering majority of Africa’s renowned game species like Rothschild giraffes, Defassa waterbucks, Hartebeests, Topis, Uganda Kobs, Oribis, lions, African bush elephants, Cape buffaloes, leopards, to mention but a few.
Murchison Falls National Park is situated within the north-western Uganda in the districts of Masindi, Kiryandongo, Buliisa and Nwoya, and is a huge 3893 square kilometers in area. This stunning park has been around for over 8 decades and normally draws adventure seeker from across the World. About 80 mammal species, 500 bird species, jaw-dropping landscapes including the mighty Murchison falls and the Victoria Nile are all things you ought to see in this stunning National Park.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
There is no doubt that Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the south-western corner of the country is one of the top 4 exciting must-visit National Parks on Uganda safaris. This beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the World-famous endangered mountain gorillas.
These primates are endangered and found in only three countries, and Bwindi being one of the National parks sheltering them surprisingly has the highest population with over 450 individuals out of the 1060 individuals.
This 321-square kilometer Park has about 120 mammals, 350 birds that include the Albertine Rift endemics, over 200 butterfly species and so much more. During your visit to this Park, you can get the chance to track the mountain gorilla, undertake mountain biking, cultural tour of the Batwa pygmies, and many other adventures.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Another place on the top 4 exiting must-visit Parks on Uganda safaris has to be Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda, with its diverse ecosystems/landscapes that comprise forests, wetlands, Lakes (freshwater and Crater), the Kazinga Channel, vast savannah grasslands and woodlands. This Park is known for many undisputable things but the one that stands out is the fact that it is home to the tree-climbing lions found in its southern Ishasha sector.
If you wish to do lion tracking, unmatched guided bush walks, hippo census, thrilling boat rides, hot air balloon tours, extraordinary community tours, rewarding game drives where you will witness four of the big five game (lions, leopards, Elephants and Buffaloes), then you should visit Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Kidepo Valley National Park
Easily the most picturesque safari destination in the country, Kidepo Valley National Park is an exciting must-visit Park during Uganda safaris. Sprawling in the isolated north-Eastern part of Uganda, the spectacular Kidepo is remote and as such, despite hosting some of the rarest wildlife species like cheetahs, striped hyenas, Ostriches and others, it doesn’t crawl with travelers as it should be.
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I received a complimentary copy of Light Bulb Baking to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
When I was a kid, I desperately wanted an Easy-Bake Oven. I remember asking for it for a few years in a row. I got everything on my list but that. My mom claims she doesn’t recall me asking for it. I finally got my Easy-Bake Oven when I was in my 20s. My ex-husband (we were married at the time) got it for me sort of as a joke, because I said I never got one. When the chance to review Light Bulb Baking: A History of the Easy-Bake Oven came up, I jumped on it. Here is a chance to relive my childhood! I wasn’t sure what to expect, as it’s a topic I never really thought I see turned into a book. It’s much better than I thought it would be! Not that I thought it would be bad or anything, like I said, just wasn’t sure what to expect.
Light Bulb Baking is a gorgeous hardcover book full of vivid pictures chronicling the history of the Easy-Bake Oven. It’s a coffee table style book and definitely makes an interesting conversation piece! Todd Coopee has expertly covered everything from the inspiration for the Easy-Bake Oven to the many places it has appeared in pop culture over the years. My personal favorite Easy-Bake Oven appearance was in Fringe, where Walter used it to help solve a mystery.
It’s fascinating to see how the Easy-Bake oven has evolved over the years. This is the model that I would have received if I got it when I first asked for it. Can you guess what year it was from?
If you want to take a trip down memory lane, I highly recommend checking out Light Bulb Baking! It’s such a fun, unique and informative book. Purchase it on Amazon now for $30.
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Disaster losses can be mitigated through awareness
In 2020, the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) launched National Disaster Prevention and Preparedness Month (NDPPM), with the objective of developing a national culture of disaster preparedness and prevention.
At an individual and household level, preparedness begins with awareness. Knowledge is our weapon against the unforeseen, helping to save lives, speed up recovery, and soften the financial and psychological blow when disaster strikes. This year, 41 national activities are planned, under the theme – Being Disaster Prepared Is My Responsibility. Included in the agenda are evacuation drills, workshops, business continuity training, a community symposium, a public education fair, and climate change education.
In the Caribbean, the period between June 1 and November 30 represents the most disaster-related losses historically. Initiatives that enhance both resilience and response are critical in the context of small economies that have limited capacity to withstand shocks for which they are not prepared. At a national level, the WFP Caribbean Multi-Country Office aims to support governments and stakeholders in the region to be better prepared and have access to reliable pre-agreed funding to mitigate the impact of hazards and respond to disasters.
The most recent report of recommendations from the IPCC states that in the case of SIDS, resilience and adaptation outcomes can be improved through strong governance, enhanced awareness and human resource capacity, access to climate information, more focus on justice and equity, and increased finance and risk transfer mechanisms.
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You can enjoy fast printing at low, discounted prices at PrintPlace. The larger your order quantity, the less you spend on each brochure or postcard. Professional quality is never compromised despite the low unit price.
Fast Production Times for Bulk Quantities
Choose from your preferred production time, from the same day of your order to 1 business day. Quality is assured no matter how large or complex your order.
Top-Notch, Offset Printing Products
Create custom brochures in any of the following popular folds:
- Half-fold brochures are folded in half and offer a total of four panels.
- Trifold brochures are a three-panel layout that breaks down your information into sections.
- Z-fold brochures are large enough to showcase several infographics or a highly visual design.
Order up to 250,000 brochures and have it produced on the same business day of your order. For
Same Day printing, you need to approve it on the same day and send it to the press by
Postcards are an affordable and impactful way to get the word out. You can print up to 500,000 postcards on the
same business day. For such a large quantity that maintains first-rate quality in every piece, you only spend 4¢ for each postcard.
Order EDDM® postcards and send targeted messages to customers in a specific area. After inputting your specs such as coating and cardstock, you can set up delivery via EDDM® with these steps:
- Register for a USPS account.
- Use the USPS EDDM® tool to find a specific location. You’ll obtain several addresses from your chosen area. Your postcard will either be mailed to all or specific addresses.
- Finalize the number of postcards for delivery. You can set up the final features and instructions for your order based on this. PrintPlace will take care of the printing and shipping for your EDDM® postcard.
Check out this
EDDM® guide for more information.
Offset Printing FAQs
Q: What is the advantage of offset printing over digital printing?
A: Offset printing maintains a consistent quality for every piece. Colors are also more accurately produced compared to digital printing. No matter how many pieces of brochures or postcards you order, every piece looks fresh off the press.
Q: How do I choose the best cardstock for offset postcard printing?
A: Your choice of cardstock will depend on the desired finish and how it will be handled.
- 14 pt. cardstock is the most popular option for its affordable price and the variety of coatings. Add matte, gloss, or high-gloss UV on one or both sides.
- 14 pt. cardstock high gloss is recommended for a front side that needs to stand out in one glance. It comes with a high-reflective shine and allows colors to immediately pop out.
- 14 pt. cardstock high-gloss UV front, uncoated back comes with a writable back that’s ideal for postcards with a handwritten message.
- 16 pt. cardstock gloss is the thickest and most durable paper type. It is also recommended for mailing.
Q: What is the recommended paper or cardstock for offset brochure printing?
100 lb. paper gloss is highly recommended among all the paper and cardstock options. Alternatively, you can print the same paper type with less glare in an elegant, soft-colored matte coating.
Q: What is the difference between matte, gloss, and high gloss UV coating?
A: Matte has a non-gloss finish that suits light and soft colors. Its low glare makes it easier for your customers to read lengthier text.
Gloss has a vibrant, shiny finish that brings out the brightness of your colors. It is also fade-resistant.
High-gloss UV is extra shiny and allows colors to stand out from afar. Perfect for designs with bold color combinations.
Q: What do I get from EDDM® postcards over regular mailing services?
A: On our flat postcards page, you can select
mailing services after inputting your specs. Direct mail services require you to upload a list of specific addresses based on demographics such as age, gender, income, and so on. Before uploading your file, you will indicate:
- The number of postcard pieces to be mailed
- Type of postage: First Class or Non-Profit Postcard
- The mailing date
EDDM® postcards need to be in specific sizes for it to qualify under USPS EDDM® rates. This form of direct mail service saves money on postage. It also targets addresses based on geography, chosen specifically from mail routes on the USPS site.
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