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Waterproof Coating: Effectively prevent damage from spilled drinks or other accidents. When liquid splashes on the coating surface, it will form into water drops and slide down. Just need to wipe it with a piece of wet cloth, and job done.
Durable Manufacturing Design: The durable stitched edges and the high-density premium texture which was processed in a 230°F high temperature and high-pressure chamber to ensure long-term use without deformation and degumming.
Ultra-smooth Lycra Cover: Our gaming mouse pad adopts high-quality Lycra cloth on cover for smooth gliding. It was optimized on fast movement while maintaining excellent accuracy and control. It is compatible with mechanical and optical mice.
Non-slip Rubber Base: The soft and dense non-skid nature rubber base keeps the pad firmly in place. It provides stable operation of the mouse. Just immerse into your work or games without worrying about the annoying mouse pad movement.
31.5 x 11.8 inches Extended Size: This XXL mouse pad is large enough to fit your mouse, gaming keyboard and other desk items. Keep a clean, uncluttered desk. This helps to improve the gaming experience for gamers or the work efficiency in the office.
Looking for an extended mouse pad, I stumbled upon this product. At the time of writing this review, it only has 13 reviews. Comparitivly, there are plenty of other mouse pads on amazon, with many more positive reviews. However, I decided to give this one a shot, considering the fact that I appreciated no branding on the pad, and it’s relatively low price.
Upon receiving it, it comes rolled up in the box shown. I wasn’t sure whether it would come out with any unnecessary creases bends, but to my surprise, it laid perfectly flat on my desk the second i set it down. The mouse glides perfectly on the pad, and the keyboard sits nice and firm, as well as the mouse pad itself thanks to the non-slip base. Additionally, it is in fact waterproof, and the stitched sides are a nice touch as well, preventing it from ripping.
The only possible downside I could think of is of course the smell from the initial unboxing of it, however that is to be expected, considering virtually almost every other extended mouse pad I had looked at had this. However, you can easily wash it to prevent the smell, or just wait a little bit for it to eventually go away.
Overall, an amazing product for a great price. If your on the lookout for an extended mouse pad, look no further, and consider buying this one. You won’t be disappointed.
✔【Washable Design and Fade Prevent. 】 This mouse mat is made of which has great locking-color effect. Liquid stains can be cleaned with water for continuous use. And it will not fade with repeated cleaning.
✔【Wide Applicability.】 Available for all types of mouse, LASER & OPTICAL. Ideal size for daily use. 2mm thickness to adapt to all surfaces.
✔【Durable Stitched Edges. 】 This mouse pad has delicate edges which can prevent wear. Ensure prolonged use without deformation and degumming.
✔【Ultra-smooth Surface. 】 Texture is denser with 230°F and high pressure treatment. Mouse can be quickly moved and accurately positioned on the slick surface. Great for your work and gaming.
✔【Non-slip rubber base. 】 Dense shading and anti-slip natural rubber base can firmly grip the desktop. Premium soft material for your comfort and mouse-control.
This mouse pad doesn't have good traction on the table. I play BF4, and I'd have to constantly move the mouse pad back to its original position to continue my gaming. It's such a problematic situation when you're up 900m on a jet, trying to escape your enemy jet and having to move back your mouse pad. Maybe you're thinking, maybe this guy has a smooth table? I just got a Razer extended mouse pad and the thing sticks to my table. Now, maybe you're saying it's the size of the mouse pad? So, I got a smaller mouse pad that my brother has, and that thing also sticks to my table. There you have it.
As a result of my disappointment in their product, Victsing reached out to me and offered their newest extended mouse pad, and I was blown away by its superb quality and performance. This extended mouse pad is comparable Razer's extended mouse pad at a fraction of the price, as it is silky smooth to the touch and my mouse feels really nice on it. So far, I haven't had any complaints about it, just that I should have purchased this instead of wasting my money on Razer's extended mouse pad.
Durable and comfortable material: adopting High elasticity natural rubber material, This mouse & Keyboard mat will provide you with the maximum comfort using experience. The durable stitched edges protect the pad from wear, deformation and degumming.
Non-slip rubber base: dense slip-resistant shading can firmly grip the desktop to provide stable operation of the mouse and keyboard. It can effectively prevent the mouse and keyboard from sliding and moving.
Water resistant coating: effectively prevent accidental damage from spilled liquid. When liquid splashes on the desk pad, It will form into water drops and slide down. It’s easy to clean and will not delay Your work or game.
Large and perfect size: the size of this extended mouse & Keyboard pad is 800×400×2.5 mm (31.5×15.75×0.12 inch) which will fit your desktop perfectly and provide perfect movement space. Applies to all types of keyboards and mice.
Ultra-smooth Surface: The XXL mouse pad designed with superfine fiber braided Material, the smooth surface allows more accurate mouse movement. Optimized for fast movement while maintaining excellent speed and control during your work or game.
I received this mouse pad about a month ago as I write this review and when I received it I was pretty happy with it although the product seemed to be damaged in transit. After writing a review with some of my disappointment, VicTsing customer service immediately contacted me saying that they wanted to fix my issue and did not hesitate to send me a replacement. As someone who has actively used a desktop computer in their daily life for years without a mouse pad, this mouse pad made it a pretty smooth transition no pun intended.
Overall I have been pretty satisfied with this product and will continue to use it. it is definitely a good bang for your buck, I will probably recommend this to a friend if they're looking for a new large mouse pad.
Does not slip off wooden desks easily
Picks up dust easily
Exclusive QcK micro woven cloth optimized for low and high DPI tracking movements
The top choice of esports pros for nearly 20 years
Recommended for most users with average desk space and mid to low DPI settings
320 millimeter x 270 millimeter x 2 millimeter / 12.6 inch x 10.8 inch
Non slip rubber base eliminates unwanted movement
This is not the exact same product that you would receive if you were to purchase it on Steelseries's official website.
My brother ordered his off of steelseries for a total of $38 dollars. We had some suspicion over the differences and quality of Steelseries mousepads sold by Amazon due to previous experiences. So I decided to purchase mine from Amazon for a comparison. There is a difference with the rubber found underneath the mousepad. The one sold by Steelseries seems to be from a newer revision or model. the multiple logos on the back are shiny when held up at a certain angle, when we did this with mine, there is very little shine, and appears to be of an inferior quality. This alone proves that there is manufacturing or product differences between the mousepads sold here and on their official website. My guess is that Amazon is carrying older models of the mousepad but im not sure.
In terms of the actual surface, I cant say that I notice any difference at all. Both mousepads feel the same when using them with a mouse and when feeling them with my hand.
I purchased mine for around $28, so there is a $10 savings when you choose Amazon. I'm still disappointed that we received different products even when they were purchased within a week of each other. But I think the savings was worth it, and I think they are essentially the same product with minor differences.
GRIPS DESKTOP FIRMLY. The soft non-skid PU base grips the desktop firmly. It keeps the mouse pad from sliding on the desktop. It will never move from your desktop until you peel it off.
ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIAL. Made of environmental material with ROHS Certificate to ensure safety. It is environmental, non-toxic and safe to use.
COMFORTABLE GEL FILLING. The soft gel-filled cushion conforms to your wrist for maximum comfort and support. It reduces wrist irritation and wrist pain. Keeps your waist in a neutral position for ergonomic comfort.
SMOOTH FABRIC COVERING. The smooth Lycra covering improves tracking movements and creates consistent gliding. It allows the cursor to move around quickly without stability or cause pain or fatigue in your waist.
EXCELLENT SHAPE AND SIZE. Designed with an optimal shape and size. You can move the mouse around easily and the pad shapes it well. Moreover, the reinforced edges prevent deformation and damage to long time use.
I find the VicTsing Mouse Pad to be exactly what I was looking for. When I decided to replace my previous mousepad that I had used for years, I went through a couple of different highly ranked mousepads here on Amazon. Unfortunately, I had to send them back due to them not interacting with my wireless mouse very well… even slowing it down.
However, I finally got it right when I ordered the VicTsing mouse pad with gel wrist comfort.
Not only did it provide a premium feel and appearance, but it was cost effective and even improved my mouse performance from my original. I’ve had it for about a month and some change now, and couldn’t be happier. I would highly recommend this mouse pad if you’re looking for something that fits into a minimalistic desktop setting, with a functional and comfortable approach. Definitely will consider this brand for any future needs.
Steady, thick, rubberized base keeps mouse pad in place
Measures 12.4 by 10.6 by 0.08 inches (314.96 by 269.24 by 2.032 mm); backed by an AmazonBasics limited one-year warranty
Machine washable for easy cleaning
High-quality cloth surface promotes smooth mouse gliding and enhanced precision
Gaming mouse pad—ideal for gamers, graphic designers, or anyone who uses a mouse for long sessions
Good mouse pad for the price. The edges aren't completely flat due to how it's rolled up. Will hopefully flatten over time. The mouse pad itself is thinner than other gaming pads by a hair. The "rubberized" back surface isn't as thick due to this but it doesn't slide around at all. This is all soft cloth, not like the harder plastic/laminate pads. It will collect oil and dust and need to be cleaned with water every now and then.
The size is great and the quality is consistent all the way through. If you need more space for arm aiming or just a low sensitivity mouse this is a great size to get you to move your arm forward and stop putting weight onto your wrist.
Despite being thinner and all cloth it's definitely worth the price and probably the best mouse pad you can get that won't gouge you for having a cool gaming logo.
Optical-friendly mouse pad for improved tracking
Protects desktop from scratches
1 year limited warranty
This mousepad is very nice. I was thinking the surface would be plastic, but i was wrong! The cloth is very soft, and doesn't cause irritation to my wrist. Also, i can adjust it easily, it is very flexible...
Edit 5/29/2019 -- HIGHLY recommend. This has been my daily driver, my buddy, my teammate for almost 3 years now. It has endured through daily use. Milk? No problem. Fruit Smoothies? No sweat. Noodle Soup? Easy. All you need is a damp cloth and some elbow grease; press down hard on the mousepad and "scrape" the water off with the cloth.
This mousepad has been scratched multiple times out of frustration, especially considering the fact that I am a programmer and gamer. Still, it's stayed black, all those scratches (and tears) easily just disappear after a day. Still just as soft as new.
This mousepad is the absolute BEST you can get for the price. You will NOT regret it, and it will stay with you for YEARS.
【 Double sided design】We made special design for both side,the metal side is made of aircraft grade Aluminum Alloy,the PU leather side is carefully designed with tiny lines,you can choose any side to use
【 Smooth movement】Micro stand blasting surface with quick and accurate control perfect for gaming and work .Highly fashion stylish mouse pad.
【Compatibility】The aluminum metal PU mouse pad is designed to compatible with all the mouse on the market, such as, laser, optical, and mechanical mice especially for wireless mouse
【Guarantee and warranty】 If you are not 100% satisfied with our dual side mouse pad, you will get full refund. Please feel free to contact us if there are any issues
【 Noiseless control】After oxidation blasting process upgrades, we can control the sound to very lower level
^_^ love it soo much!!
Before i bought the aluminum mouse pad ,i have compared with so many mouse pads, The look of it attracted me at a glance, and the price was nice. At first, I didn't have a high expectation of it because i have never used a mouse pad with metal material, but it is really worth after receiving it, Looks exactly as the picture shows,much better than I expected. Everything from the packaging to the product is exquisite and good. It is perfect with my mac desktop.
.Everything goes well with this metal mouse pad.With polished aluminium bezelled edge,it looks sleek and stylish.The mouse pad grips onto my desk very well,leather feet plant it to the desk, doesn't move at all.I share the pad with my magic mouse and another one for my PC and find that the pointer is accurate and smooth with both.
I bought a large one, because I like to travel, so I am going to buy a small one with my macbook, the effect is similar to the ordinary mouse pad. The advantage is that it is too beautiful and very durable. I sincerely recommend it.
Precise surface enhances the precision of optical mice at fast speeds
Foam mouse pad with non-skid backing keeps mouse pad in place
9" x 8"
*These products draw less current than darker mousing surfaces, which results in extended battery life
Battery saving design extends battery life of wireless mice up to 50%*
Nice mousepads. I bought this because my mouse doesn't track well on my desk.
I have both the foam backed and the sticky versions. Both pads track exceptionally well. I never had a problem with battery life, so I can't say if it's improved, as it lasts for months already.
The foam version is my favorite. It is thinner than I expected, and measures just a sliver under 1/8" total. I thought the combination of the foam backing and the plastic might be uncomfortable due to the thickness, but it does not feel bad on my wrist when I'm using it, and is pretty unobtrusive.
The sticky backed version is slightly smaller in dimensions, and is thinner than a credit card. When it's stuck to the desk, it's so close to the same level that it's about impossible to know it's there.
The major difference is in the sound and feel of the two pads when moving the mouse. The sticky version is so much louder in every way than the foam backed one. When I lift and set the mouse to reposition, the sticky version allows the clunk to come through the desk as if there was no pad. When I am recording webinars, the knocking can get quite loud. The knocking effect was to be expected, as there is no cushion. What I didn't expect was how much quieter the foam backed version would be when I slide the mouse around... the texture of the two pads are the same... the sticky version sounds like it is always scraping across, and any grit or tiny particles are amplified, where they are unnoticeable on the foam pad.
I thought I would like the thinner sticky pad, but I definitely like the smoother and quieter foam pad.
Measures 8 by 10 inches; backed by an AmazonBasics limited one-year warranty
High-quality cloth surface for smooth gliding; thick, rubberized base keeps pad in place
Mouse pad with gel-filled wrist rest that conforms to your wrist
Helps to reduce wrist stress and provides support and comfort
Compact size—fits almost anywhere
It's a black mouse pad with a gel-based wrist rest. It eases wrist stress. It is comfortable. The base prevents slipping, and the pad is made of some sort of high-quality fabric that allows precision mouse control. It will probably last a long time. So why four stars? I like it, that's why. It works. Thanks to the AmazonBasics Gel Mouse Pad with Wrist Rest, I won't have to worry about destroying tendons and developing claw handed cramps. But I do not love it. I never will love it. What kind of person would love their mouse pad? Think about that carefully.
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after 1 1 2 years of drinking daily celery juice, i decided to take a break. it's been 2 weeks without it now here's how i feel! fresh, crispy celery sticks consist of almost 95% water, yet when it comes to its effects on the body, it can be life changing. celery celery provides fiber and vitamin k, but experts say drinking celery is no more nutritious than eating it raw. subscribe to gma no more acid reflux! celery apple juice: 3 4 heads of organic celery (cut in 1 inch pieces) 6 organic apples (cut into 6 pieces eating garlic and celery salad this is what happens to your body !! | lost belly fat !! chef ricardo accessories eat garlic and hey guys! thanks for watching today's video where i drank celery juice for 7 days! hope this inspires you to be kinder to yourself! hi everyone! so excited to share my very first wellness wednesday video all about the benefits of juicing (esp celery juice) my vitamin dan suplemen yang baik untuk asam lambung geerd dan gangguaan kecemaasan panik attaack anxiiety. link produk what happens to your body if you eat celery every day for a week? celery, that crunchy and watery stick vegetable we only seem blackmores celery 7000 mengandung senyawa aktif yg berasal dari minyak seledri yabg dpt berfungsi sebagai antiinflamasi. pre order the healthnut cookbook! for canada: thehealthnutcookbook.ca for usa: in today's video, we will show you the 15 celery benefits. to take advantage of the health benefits of celery, incorporate the whole | <urn:uuid:8cc9d01b-fa34-4494-bfa1-19aa72a1214a> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://tofranil.cf/harga-wellness-celery-complex | 2022-01-27T09:22:52Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320305242.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20220127072916-20220127102916-00078.warc.gz | en | 0.791831 | 426 |
BEIRUT/UNITED NATIONS - Western and Arab states voiced outrage on Sunday after Russia and China vetoed a U.N. resolution that would have backed an Arab plan urging Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to give up power, and Washington vowed harsher sanctions against Damascus.
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called the veto a “travesty”. It came a day after activists say Syrian forces bombarded a district of Homs, killing more than 200 people in the worst night of bloodshed of the 11-month uprising.
Russia said the resolution was biased and would have meant taking sides in a civil war. Syria is Moscow’s only big ally in the Middle East, home to a Russian naval base and customer for its arms. China’s veto appeared to follow Russia’s lead.
Washington’s U.N. ambassador Susan Rice said she was “disgusted” by Russia and China’s vetoes on Saturday, and “any further bloodshed that flows will be on their hands”.
British Foreign Secretary William Hague said Moscow and Beijing had turned their backs on the Arab world. France’s Alain Juppe said they “carried a terrible responsibility in the eyes of the world and Syrian people”.
Clinton said the United States would work with other nations to try to tighten “regional and national” sanctions against Assad’s government “to dry up the sources of funding and the arms shipments that are keeping the regime’s war machine going.”
“We will work to expose those who are still funding the regime and sending it weapons that are used against defenceless Syrians, including women and children,” she said. “We will work with the friends of a democratic Syria around the world to support the opposition’s peaceful political plans for change.”
Clinton did not give further details which nations might band together or precisely what they might do. But it appeared that the United States might seek to help organize a “Friends of Syria” group - proposed by French President Nicolas Sarkozy after the veto - to advance the Arab League initiative given the inability to make headway at the U.N. due to Russia and China.
All 13 other members of the Security Council voted to back the resolution, which would have “fully supported” the Arab League plan for Assad to cede powers to a deputy, a withdrawal of troops from towns and a start to a transition to democracy.
The Western criticism was echoed in the Middle East, where Arab powers like Saudi Arabia and non-Arab Turkey have turned decisively against Assad in recent months.
“Unfortunately, yesterday in the U.N., the Cold War logic continues,” said Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu. “Russia and China did not vote based on the existing realities but more a reflexive attitude against the West.”
Arab League head Nabil Elaraby said the body still intends to build support for its plan. The veto “does not negate that there is clear international support for the resolutions of the Arab League,” he said in a statement seen by Reuters.
The Security Council’s sole Arab member, Morocco, voiced “great regret and disappointment” at the veto. Ambassador Mohammed Loulichki and said the Arabs had no intention of abandoning their plan.
Burhan Ghalioun, head of the opposition umbrella Syrian National Council, called Moscow and Beijing’s veto “a new license to kill from these two capitals for Bashar al-Assad and his criminal regime, which just yesterday killed 300 people”.
The SNC said it held Moscow and Beijing “responsible for the escalating acts of killing and genocide”.
Protesters stormed the Russian embassy in Libya’s capital Tripoli on Sunday, climbing on the roof and tearing down the flag. Men held up a banner saying: “Libyan revolutionaries are ready to fight with their brothers in Syria.”
MOSCOW SAYS RESOLUTION BIASED
Russia’s U.N. envoy, Vitaly Churkin, accused the resolution’s backers of “calling for regime change, pushing the opposition towards power and not stopping their provocations and feeding armed struggle”.
“Some influential members of the international community, unfortunately including those sitting around this table, from the very beginning of the Syrian process have been undermining the opportunity for a political settlement,” he said. Moscow is sending Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to Damascus on Tuesday.
Clinton had met Lavrov before Saturday’s vote for what U.S. officials called “vigorous” talks.
“What happened yesterday at the United Nations was a travesty,” she said on Sunday. “Those countries that refused to support the Arab League plan bear full responsibility for protecting the brutal machine in Damascus.”
She added: “Faced with a neutered Security Council, we have to redouble our efforts outside of the United Nations with those allies and partners who support the Syrian people’s right to have a better future.”
Syria says it is being targeted by the West and by hostile neighbours providing diplomatic cover for an armed insurgency steered from abroad.
Syrian U.N. envoy Bashar Ja’afari condemned the resolution and its sponsors, which included Saudi Arabia and seven other Arab states, saying nations “that prevent women from attending a soccer match” had no right to preach democracy to Syria.
He also denied that Syrian forces killed hundreds of civilians in Homs, saying “no sensible person” would launch such an attack the night before the Security Council was set to discuss his country.
State television showed live footage of Assad on Sunday praying with Muslim clerics and listening to Koranic verses in a Damascus mosque to mark the birthday of the Prophet Mohammad.
Residents of Homs’s battered Baba Amro district, speaking by telephone, denounced the Russian-Chinese veto, some chanting, “Death, rather than disgrace”.
One resident who identified himself as Sufyan said: “Now we will show Assad. We’re coming, Damascus. Starting today we will show Assad what an armed gang is.” Assad has called his opponents “armed gangs” and “terrorists” steered from abroad.
If activists’ accounts are accurate, the bombardment of Homs on Friday night was one of the bloodiest episodes of the Arab Spring uprisings sweeping the region and the deadliest incident in the Syrian conflict.
Syrian activist groups gave varying tolls above 200 killed, saying tanks and artillery blasted the Khalidiya neighbourhood of Homs, a restive city that has become a heartland of resistance to Assad’s rule.
Rami Abdullrahman of the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said that as of Sunday he had a list of 159 names of people confirmed killed in that incident, lower than the figure cited by the main political opposition. He said his list was not yet complete.
Damascus denies firing on houses and says images of dead bodies on the Internet were staged. Western governments say they believe the activists’ account.
“Yesterday the Syrian government murdered hundreds of Syrian citizens, including women and children, in Homs through shelling and other indiscriminate violence, and Syrian forces continue to prevent hundreds of injured civilians from seeking medical help,” U.S. President Barack Obama said before the U.N. vote.
“Any government that brutalizes and massacres its people does not deserve to govern,” Obama said in a statement.
There were reports of more violence on Sunday. Activist Omar Shakir, in the Baba Amro district of Homs, said there was new shelling on Sunday afternoon and three people had been killed.
Abdulrahman’s group said a total of 19 people had been killed by security forces across the country, and that a total of 21 government troops had died fighting with defectors.
Syria’s state news agency SANA reported the funerals of three security personnel, adding to its announced toll of some 2,000 government forces killed during the uprising.
Syria restricts access to the country for journalists, and there was no independent verification of any of the reported death tolls in Syria on Sunday.
(Additional reporting by Joseph Logan, Mariam Karouny and Dominic Evans in Beirut, Arshad Mohammed and Stephen Brown in Munich, Ahmed el-Shimy and Ahmed Tolba in Cairo, Caren Bohan and Katharine Jackson in Washington, Steve Gutterman in Moscow and John Irish in Paris; Writing by Peter Graff)
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Balance your life …
Babies and children can be happy for no reason. As we get older, our happiness starts to depend on outside things like relationships, finances, success at work, etc. This dependency can turn our life into an emotional roller coaster.
Transcendental Meditation is a simple mental technique that restores our connection with our inner source of happiness. This helps to remain happy, no matter what the circumstances.
What do TM meditators say?
Here is a short video with celebrities Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Aniston, Russell Brand, Moby, David Lynch and Ray Dalio commenting on how TM has helped them find balance and happiness in their life:
Jennifer Aniston, actress
Hugh Jackman, actor
Russell Brand, actor
Transcending = holistic side-benefits
TM also creates exceptionally deep rest, which has a lot of of side-benefits. More than 350 scientific studies from top universities like Harvard have been published in the past 50 years documenting these TM benefits. TM has been shown to relieve many stress-related health issues, improve mental potential and improve our relationships. Schools in more than 60 countries have started to implement it in their curriculum eg under the name “Quiet Time Program” and even the European Union recently provided a €0.5 Million grant for tests with TM in the school system. Many national health organisations are now also formally recommending TM as an option for doctors to prescribe, for example the American Heart Association in the context of treating high blood pressure.
Dr. Carlos Garcia, Superintendent, San Francisco Unified School District, 2007-2012
Dr. Norman Rosenthal, Psychiatrist, U.S. National Institutes of Mental Health
Transcending = Easy to do
Many people have tried some form of meditation and have found it difficult to do. The good news is that TM is very different. It is a very simple, natural and effortless technique, that doesn’t require any concentration or controlling of the mind. TM is taught individually by highly trained teachers and this personal coaching also makes it very easy to learn.
Ellen Degeneres, talk-show host
Cameron Diaz, actress
Do you have 90 minutes to discover how everything can change?
To understand how a simple technique can provide so many benefits, sign up for one of the free informational seminars that are organized around the country. Just fill out the form below, or select your nearest city on the map below. You will be able to:
- Meet a certified TM teacher
- Learn all the benefits that 20 minutes twice a day of TM practice can bring to provide happiness and balance, create deep rest, reduce stress, improve sleep, increase your self-confidence, improve your relationships etc.
- Ask any question you may have
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When I started thought to text Tuesday, it was to share my idea of self publishing and collaborating successfully with other artists. Within the past two weeks we have visited schools and children’s organizations to share our story. The outcome of these visits are always spectacular! The children were so interested in creating their own stories, beginning art projects and working together that the coordinators and teachers assigned them to create their own stories using my suggested first two steps in creating a story book.
We used a template ( soon to be added as a free download on the website http://www.twindollicious.com/ ) which included the cover page for illustration and the first two important pages of a book: introduction and setting.
Each additional page included a large area for thumbnails or illlustration along with an area for adding their thoughts to text . The quick and simple layout helped the children begin their books. Many of them had great book ideas already and were excited for this assignment. This event covered many areas of our goal to encourage, embrace, teaching and friendship. And though this youthful group may have just been introduced to book creating a long lasting impressionn may open their hearts to becoming artists. | <urn:uuid:5c76fe80-202d-4ff1-aabb-44be48d0db18> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://twindollicious.com/thought-to-text-tuesday-at-ps-48/ | 2022-01-27T09:30:27Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320305242.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20220127072916-20220127102916-00078.warc.gz | en | 0.976144 | 241 |
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Organize office and assist associates in ways that optimize procedures
Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner
Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information
Schedule and plan meetings and appointments
Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages
Resolve office-related malfunctions and respond to requests or issues
Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies
Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers, and colleagues
Perform receptionist duties.
Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in back-office assistant, office assistant, virtual assistant, or in another relevant administrative role.
Knowledge of “back-office” computer systems (ERP software)
Working knowledge of office equipment
Thorough understanding of office management procedures
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English language, Arabic would be an advantage.)
Proficiency in MS Office
Provide general support to the Management Team including agenda setting, key decision making/informational items requested by the team, completion of standard reporting, tracking decisions, and ensuring all follow-up items are completed.
Assist in research, preparation, and written documentation for special projects, presentations, and meetings
Handling office tasks, such as filing, generating reports and presentations, setting up for meetings, and reordering supplies.
Screening phone calls and routing callers to the appropriate party.
Using computers to generate reports, transcribe minutes from meetings, create presentations, and conduct research.
Greet and assist visitors.
Maintain polite and professional communication via phone, Email
Liaise with executive and senior administrative assistants to handle requests and queries from senior managers
Support the billing process
Receive and control invoices, maintain order and liaise with the accountant for proper entry of collections and payments.
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Work-from-home jobs don’t have to be low-paying, customer service gigs. Employers now offer telecommuting options for every career level and salary range.
The number of people working from home is on the rise. Research from Global Workplace Analytics from June 2017 showed that 20-25 percent of the workforce now occasionally works from home. Telecommuting among non-self-employed workers increased by 115 percent from 2005 to 2015. Over 3 million American employees now work from home at least half the time.
FlexJobs recently released a list of work-from-home jobs that pay high salaries. Of course, not every employer will allow people in these occupations to telecommute. But it’s worth taking a look, before you decide your job is incompatible with remote work.
Over 3 million Americans now work from home at least some of the time. Could you become one of them?
High-Paying Work-From-Home Jobs:
Senior business analysts earn an average salary of $82,406, according to PayScale data. Individuals with IT consulting backgrounds tend toward the higher end of the earnings range. Senior business analysts handle a myriad of complex issues. They should have the ability to quickly interpret data as well as a company’s strengths and weaknesses. These professionals work to design and implement processes and procedures that address these needs along the guidelines and restrictions provided by the company. Given the complexity of the job, and the high level of skills these professionals need to possess, it’s no wonder that senior business analysts receive a relatively high salary.
Senior structural engineers earn between $77,000 and $134,000 per year, according to PayScale data, but median earnings hover around $93,000 per year. There is also the potential for bonuses and profit-sharing options within this field. Structural and bridge engineers are responsible for analyzing data related to the design and structural integrity of structures like bridges and tunnels as well as overhead street signs, traffic signals, and other structures. These days, some parts of this challenging and important job can be done remotely, if employers are willing.
Sales directors earn a median salary of $95,733 according to PayScale data. Many of these professionals earn more than $100,000 per year; the specific employer, the location of the work, and years of experience were all found to be key contributing factors to earnings. These directors are responsible for overseeing sales teams as well as developing and implementing marketing initiatives. Some parts of this job can be completed remotely but some travel for face-to-face meetings with regional sales teams should also be anticipated.
Senior medical directors earn one of the highest annual salaries among the jobs featured on this list. According to PayScale’s data, the median earnings for medical directors is $206,275. Senior medical directors are well compensated for their vital work. These professionals are in charge of the oversight and the strategic development of the medical facility or education organization they work with.
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WHAT DOES INDEPENDENCE MEAN TO YOU?
Soon it will again be Independence Day. We’ll grill, we’ll gather and shoot off fireworks, and celebrate. All that’s great, but do we and our kids even know anymore what we’re truly celebrating? That thought came to mind and stuck. And it set me to thinking…
Noted philosopher, Socrates, considered independence the ability “to find yourself, think for yourself.” Elbert Hubbard said, “Freedom cannot be bestowed—it must be achieved.” Both make valid points that are worth some thought this Independence Day.
In America, thanks to the efforts of our forefathers who established this nation, everyone is born free. Everyone has rights that protect his or her freedom. But in practical life, whether or not one remains free is up to the individual.
Freedom and independence are linked. One can’t be truly free while dependent on another. Whether you rely on an individual or an entity to, say, house and clothe and feed you or to pay your dental bills, once you are reliant you are no longer self-sustaining or independent and you are no longer free.
With dependence comes costs. You rely on and are subject to the terms and conditions of being reliant. There are rules you are required to follow to be given what you need. You can do this, you can’t do that, you must fit within these perimeters. Embracing those “requirement” rules renders an absence of freedom. And that absence, if embraced, can take us to a place where it’s like stepping on a treadmill and, once on it, one can never step off. Perhaps that truth is the root of the saying, There’s no such thing as a free lunch.
An example. You collect a check from the government each month. You can’t work. If you work, you lose the check and the medical benefits that come with it. You’re dependent, subject to the rules for getting the check, but once you step on that treadmill, you’re stuck on it with no way off. If you work, you lose what you have. If you don’t, you’re stuck where you are for the duration. It’s a lose/lose situation. That isn’t independence or freedom. And it limits you and what you’re able to do and to achieve.
Freedom renders us limited only by our imaginations and our willingness to make efforts and take risks. Personal freedom and independence isn’t a new concept, but it is rare. Most of the world lives under heavy restrictions.
DID YOU KNOW
Did you know that only fourteen percent of the people in the world have access to a free press? That only thirty percent have religious freedom? According to Religion News, 5.3 billion people live under harsh religious restrictions.
And you’d have to live under a rock not to be belted by all the news of restrictions on women. In many nations, they can’t drive, can’t go out on the street unescorted, can’t work, can’t be educated, can’t choose their clothes, their path in life, or even their own spouse. And if they step out of their designated place, they’re beaten and/or arrested and executed—even if/when expecting a baby.
America and its republic is a harder road, yes. Its people have to value freedom, liberty, independence. They have to respect it and desire it, and fight for it. Benjamin Franklin once responded to a woman named Mrs. Powel, asking what the founders had created—a republic or a monarchy. “A republic,” Franklin said, “if you can keep it.”
The founders knew that independence and freedom didn’t just depend on creating that republic but also on maintaining it. Constantly guarding and protecting it. That’s the responsibility of each and every individual in each and every generation.
USE IT OR LOSE IT
If you enjoy choosing your life, your school, your work. If you enjoy choosing your faith or the absence of it, defining yourself and what is important to you, deciding the kind of life you want to live and the kind of person you want to be, then you might want to take to heart the words of Steve Jobs. He said, “Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.”
That’s the heart of individual liberty, personal freedom. To, as Socrates said, think for yourself and as Hubbard said, achieve freedom. It, like independence, isn’t a one shot and you’re done deal. It must be maintained.
This is why throughout history when one seeks to control the masses, the first thing that must be squelched to successfully transform and bring everyone under one’s control is choice. Get rid of God, force reliance on government, and then begin nudging the public to fall in line with one’s desires by making not falling into line painful. High costs, hunger, restrictions; demeaning, ridiculing, demonizing—any and all that can be done to control.
And there is always a high-intensity move to control thought. This is how you should feel about this and that, and if you don’t, you’re abnormal. You’re … choose your own awful adjective.
All of that isn’t about being fair or just or right, it’s about controlling others.
The natural inclination for Americans especially, is to consider that type of manipulation unthinkable. It couldn’t happen here. But the truth is America only works if its people engage and stay engaged in its own affairs.
Many others have considered losing control of their lives unthinkable. But when we look at what happened to them, we see the same mistake on the part of the people repeatedly. They became apathetic, wrapped up in their personal lives and tuned out on their national interests. Then came the nudging, which was deemed to be misunderstandings. Surely Castro, for example, wouldn’t take away people’s private homes and businesses. But he did. And once he did, it was too late. The people had already lost too much and had nothing left with which to fight for themselves. That’s the cost of apathy and the cost of denial.
This Independence Day, we need to remember who we are and why we are.
This country was founded by those who wanted to be free to choose, free to pursue their own visions for their lives, free to worship as they desired without fear of retribution or execution.
Pull out a copy of the Constitution and read it. A copy of the Bill of Rights. Get reacquainted and connected. Your independence is not something to take for granted. If you do so, know that you do so at your own peril.
Look around at how women fare in most of the world today. Is that what you want for yourself? For your daughters and granddaughters?
Americans are so accustomed to exercising their own will that they’ve lost sight of the concept of not having that right or privilege. They’ve fallen to PC police in a way that would stun those who came before us. Do what I want done, the way I want it done—think what I tell you to think or forget tolerance, you’ll be shouted down until you fear opening your mouth about anything.
Is that what Americans want? I doubt it. I seriously doubt it. But if they don’t want it, then they can’t do the same thing those before us did with apathy and denial and expect a different result.
Remember what it costs, and choose what it means to you. If you fail to do so, you risk waking up to find your independence and liberty and freedom is no longer anything more than a faded memory.
America was not established for that. Founders didn’t pledge their lives, treasure and sacred honor for that idea. All who have sacrificed and shed blood to retain freedom didn’t go through what they did for freedom to become a faded memory.
They did their part to establish and maintain freedom for this nation’s people. Not select people in it. Not its government. Its people.
The question on minds this Independence Day is, Will we?
© 2014, Vicki Hinze. Hinze is the award-winning, USA Today bestselling author of nearly thirty novels in a variety of genres including, suspense, mystery, thriller, and romantic or faith-affirming thrillers. Her latest release is Down and Dead in Dixie. She holds a MFA in Creative Writing and a Ph.D. in Philosophy, Theocentric Business and Ethics. Hinze’s online community: Facebook. Books. Twitter. Contact. www.vickihinze.com. | <urn:uuid:c82ffcd1-a64d-4a2c-b57f-caf0c7513223> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://vickihinze.com/what-does-independence-mean-to-you/ | 2022-01-27T08:23:04Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320305242.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20220127072916-20220127102916-00078.warc.gz | en | 0.95129 | 1,907 |
Learning & Vision
There are numerous visual skills which influence an individual's ability to learn. The visual system plays a significant part in how we learn and process information. The majority of what we perceive, comprehend and remember depends on the efficiency of the visual system. Vision is not just about being able to see 20/20.
Signs/Symptoms of Visual Problems
- Use of a marker/finger when reading,
- Skipping words and lines or repeating them,
- Difficulty coping from the board,
- Complaining of headaches, eye strain or fatigue,
- Words moving around on the page or jumping up and down,
- Frustation with letter and word recognition,
- Slow reading and comprehension.
80% of individuals with reading problems have difficulty with visual skills. Studies have shown that individual's ability to interpret text can be greatly improved through the development of their visual perception and eye movement systems. This development is sometimes known as tracking enhancement.
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Yield: 6 servings
|1 medium||Red onion; finely chopped|
|⅓ cup||Celery; finely chopped|
|⅓ cup||Red bell pepper; finely chopped|
|⅓ cup||Yellow bell pepper; finely chopped|
|⅓ cup||Zucchini; finely chopped|
|⅓ cup||Dried currants|
|½ cup||Italian parsley; finely chopped|
|2½ cup||Vegetable stock|
|Salt and pepper; to taste|
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In a small saucepan, bring the vegetable stock to a boil. Pour the stock over the couscous, tossing with a spatula to evenly combine. Cover and let stand until the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; serve warm or at room temperature.
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Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara is working his way back to fitness, sharing a picture from the gym at the Reds’ AXA training facility.
Thiago, who was included in the FIFA FIFPro Men’s World XI in a midfield also consisting of Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne and Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich, has not played a minute for Liverpool since the Merseyside Derby.
The Spaniard was on the receiving end of a tough challenge from Everton forward Richarlison, one which saw the Brazilian being given his marching orders, and has clearly struggled to shake the damage done.
Liverpool, who are top even in his absence, are no doubt eager to have him fit and available at the earliest possible opportunity. Hopefully, from the Reds’ perspective, it won’t be too long – and he’s in the gym getting ready to return.
— Thiago Alcantara (@Thiago6) December 21, 2020
Thiago stretching will be for both recovery from any fitness work that he has done and also to maintain and improve mobility in his joints during his time away from the field.
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ABOUT CHANGE. YOUR. WORLD. TRANSFORM-A-THON 2021 CAMPAIGN
JANUARY 1 - 23, 2021
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Walk, run, bike… one mile or more per day, from the convenience of your own neighborhood, January 1-23. Then on January 23, we’ll celebrate with a live stream of a 5K walk with John.
Track your steps with your fit bit or other app and share your progress on social media.
VIRTUAL + ON-SITE 5K with JOHN C. MAXWELL - $99
Participate virtually January 1-22, AND join John LIVE and in-person in Palm Beach, Florida on January 23, 2021 for the last 5K of the Transform-a-Thon. We’ll email details upon registration.
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- Donation to the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation
- Fundraising page you can share with others to help you raise even more money!
- Change.Your.World book (International Participants will receive an E-Book)
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- Runner’s Bib to print off and attach to your shirt the day of the 5K (or any time you want to take a selfie!)
- Certificate of Participation.
- Opportunity to purchase official Transform-a-thon T-shirt and gear coming soon!
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1. Resist the calls to violate the U.S. Constitution by making security more important than freedom.
In France, they gave up freedom… for security… by suspending freedom of the press and other freedoms.
But this is wrong… and unnecessary.
Gov. Christie, Sen. Lindsey Graham, Sen. Marco Rubio, Donald Trump, and Jeb Bush joined Hillary Clinton and liberals wanting greater government control over our phones, emails and text messages.
Senator Paul and Cruz refuse to compromise our freedom while demanding every effort to protect us.
Liberals and progressives call for gun control, violating our 2nd Amendment rights and ignoring the reality that gun control will do nothing to stop Islamic terrorism. It will only make it easier to kill.
2. What the government must do.
- Defeat, not contain, ISIS. Like a deadly cancer, it can’t be ignored.
- Secure our borders. Not just with Mexico, but reform the VISA and passport problems that can allow terrorists to come in.
- No Syrian refugees except the Christians targeted for genocide with 100% proof.
- Acknowledge it is Islamic terrorism – Obama and Clinton are in denial.
3. Be prepared. You probably already have a communication and meeting plan with your family. In San Bernardino, communication among those involved in the terrorist attack was broken and confused.
- Have a location escape plan your entire family knows about… just in case.
- Have a weapon and be trained how to use it.
- If you are trained, get a concealed weapon permit to protect you, your family and others.
- Have emergency water, food and a generator.
- Have cash for emergency and some gold and silver.
Watch and report anything suspicious. It’s prudent to report rather than ignore.
4. The answer is never racism.
We need to be people who reach out to those of Middle Eastern descent. Our problem is with radical Islam, not Middle Easterners or all Muslims.
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In today’s blog we explore the evolution of the brain with Dr. Gillian Forrester, PhD from the University of Oxford, Reader in Evolutionary and Developmental Psychology, and the Deputy Dean for the School of Science at Birkbeck, University of London.
David: Our brains have two sides. How common is that? Do we have a sense of how brains have evolved? Can we extrapolate from the pressures of the environment to the way brains evolved on Earth to get a sense of what brains could be like elsewhere in the universe?
Gillian: All the big questions, huh? Vertebrate brains emerged 500 million years ago during the Cambrian period. Population trends across species suggests that there is this hemispheric divide and that seems to be a healthy and normal type of brain. They all have the old vertebrate brain components, the forebrain, the midbrain, the hindbrain, that all do their specific roles in sensory integration, in behavior and planning, and so forth. But those bits have been twisted and turned, pushed and pulled, due to the pressures in the environments that those different species evolved in. So, you can see how they took different shapes and have increased or decreased their roles in these different species. Nevertheless, there seems to be the two hemispheres that have specific kinds of dominances that control different kinds of behaviors on the opposite side of the individual’s body. So, we do know that.
David: Are these two sides of the brain there because we need to do different things at the same time?
Gillian: This is theory that is being borne out in experiments to see whether, or not, it’s consistent with theory. Going back to the 1860’s, 1870’s, we already knew that the human brain had these two sides that have slightly different dominances because of Paul Broca and Carl Wernicke’s work in language and aphasias with individuals who had damage to one side and had particular loss of cognitive ability. We thought that was interesting and special to humans because we associated it with our language abilities and language was human unique. So, we just assumed that what we call cerebral lateralization, which is this dominance to a particular side, was also human unique. But more recently we’ve had lots of studies across many different animal species that are returning very similar patterns across the board, where the left hemisphere is dominant for particular motor action sequencing types of behaviors. And these are behaviors that underpin a whole host of different kinds of animal behaviors, that range anywhere from which foot do you put forward first, to what do you grasp with, to using tools, to using language. All tend to be underpinned by motor action sequences that require some sort of hierarchical processing. And then we’ve got the right hemisphere that seems to be more involved with fight-or-flight, keeping you safe from unexpected or threatening stimuli in the environment. Again, it’s involved in a whole host of things that on the surface might look very different but probably powered by some rudimentary need for survival. And so, the hypothesis is that if you have two sides of the brain, well why don’t you just replicate everything onto both sides, as that gives you lots of backup? Well, then both sides would be competing for response, and you get incompatible responses that muddles the individual and we can see that happen in split-brain patients. If we make slight dominances, with lots of replication, then you will have one side taking charge, which does mean that you can do two things at once more systematically. The original studies were classic studies with chicks because each eye is directly controlled by the opposite hemisphere. So, such studies by Giorgio Vallortigara and Leslie Rogers, I think in the 1980’s, did a lovely set of sequential studies that looked at chicks who had hatched normally with normal incubation period, and normal exposure to light. When these chicks hatched, they gave them little tasks to see what their dominances were like. And one of the tasks was they sprinkled pebbles and grain on the ground and they watched them peck for the grain to see if they could discriminate well between the pebbles and the grain, which they obviously could do quite well, and whether they had a visual preference. Did they have an eye preference for locating the seeds in which case they’d expect the chick to put that eye towards the ground a bit more. And they found that testing many chicks over many trials, that the species indeed has a right eye bias and therefore the left hemisphere seems to be controlling this more dominantly than the right. And it doesn’t mean you don’t get chicks that go the other way, that you get some bilateral individuals. The overriding population trend shows this right eye bias. And then likewise they flew a fake, cardboard cut-out hawk, over lots and lots of chicks for lots and lots of trials to see if they had preference for which eye they would look out for danger. And low and behold, they found a left eye bias for looking up to the sky for dangerous predators. Now if we put the two tasks together this makes like an eat-and-not-be-eaten parallel processor, one eye to the ground so the organism can feed itself, one eye to the sky to watch for predators, two basic survival capabilities in tandem. And they looked at lots of other animal species and found that where you had a good division of labor between the two hemispheres, the survival rate of the organism is better. So, it seems to be good for survival fitness. And they also took a bunch of chicks and messed with their exposure to light so that the two sides of the brain didn’t have the same dominances. They disrupted the dominances of the two sides for visual processing and found that these chicks could do both tasks just fine but they didn’t have a bias. So, when you put the two tasks together, they were more vulnerable, and they would have been eaten by predators. So that’s kind of where the theory stems from about why we have the two sides.
David: Why not three eyes and three parts to the brain? Or maybe the survival ability would decrease if you divide things up further? Maybe two sides maximizes the abilities?
Gillian: Yeah. It seems we have these different kinds of variables with brains. They’re all kind of made up of the same stuff but they grow at different rates, and different portions of them grow at different rates. And it does seem to be a lot down to the more of the stuff you have, the better resources you have. That’s true very roughly when we say that big brains are good. But it doesn’t hold true when you look at birds. Elephants have massive brains. Dolphins have big brains for the size of their bodies. Dolphins have an extra whole lobe compared to humans. So, there are a lot of exceptions to the rule, and I think what we’re finding is that for humans it is more about our association cortices. So, the frontal lobe that ties together sensory perception, experiences of the world and planning, they seem to be things that are quite important to our communication systems which seem to be responsible for so much of our cultural abilities and capabilities. And birds likewise, even though they have very small brains, they have a large association area, and they also seem to be very adept communicators, with sophisticated communication systems. So, I don’t think we know enough to make any hard-and-fast conclusions about it.
David: In my research, we are trying to understand very counterintuitive things about space, time, and matter. Given that our brains have evolved to make sense of a very specific environment, I wonder if we should expect our project of exploring physics more deeply to stall.
Gillian: Yeah, completely. My daughter did a dissertation thing on one of her projects on whether we are just limited by the cognitive tools we have. So, language is usually limiting in many respects. If you don’t have the word for something, do you therefore not have the concept? Yeah, I think that’s hugely fascinating. I think we miss out on a huge amount of information around us because we don’t know how to perceive it or conceive of it. But likewise, we also don’t understand how other animals function or even ourselves for that matter because we don’t necessarily have the tools or the perspective. I think we’ve spent so many years looking at other apes and thinking “Ah, they should talk like us”. Let’s teach them to talk because surely that’s the way we can communicate with them. Versus, let’s try to learn how they communicate and maybe we will gain some insight into the way they think and the way they emote and the way their social dynamics works. Maybe we can tune into and not assume it’s going to be just like ours or it’s going to be a poorer version of ours. Let’s look at it from an aliens’ perspective that we don’t really know how this thing works. Can we find patterns in the data that will illuminate a new system that we didn’t even know was sitting right there under our noses? I think that’s the case with dolphin and whale communication which is so different from our own. Octopuses – oh my gosh – I think they have incredible communication systems that we know nothing about. And so it doesn’t have to go even beyond Earth. I think a lot of it is here and we just don’t get it yet because we just haven’t been able to look outside our very boxed-in perspective.
David: Is there anything you think should be more widely known?
Gillian: I want people to understand that humans are not totally unique in our capabilities. That we only have the capabilities we have through an evolutionary process. And that even though we have cognitive abilities that look very sophisticated on the surface, they’re gonna be powered by things that were more basic originally and we’ve expanded upon them. Like our language system. It didn’t come out of nowhere. It wasn’t a spontaneous eruption, but it would have emerged from precursor capabilities, probably ones that we share with the last common ancestor. Our gorilla and chimpanzee cousins will have inherited them as well. If we can focus more on our connection to other animals with whom we share an evolutionary history, we’ll learn far more about ourselves. Particularly, I am interested in how motor processing like tool use and tool manufacturing, the way we solve problems with our hands and move objects around, was useful and set our brains up for language.
David: Could we imagine engineering language into apes over faster timescales?
Gillian: Sign language worked much better with apes. Lexigrams work much better with apes. They have much larger vocabularies. It’s the syntax that is still different from ours. For me, the direction is that if we understand that our higher cognitive functions emerged from more simplistic motor action sequencing, then what can we take from that and learn from when human infants develop. Now, they don’t have language when they’re born. So, what is it sitting on? What needs to develop before, to allow it to emerge during development, and can we learn anything from our evolutionary trajectory that will help us understand that developmental process better? And, also, when it deviates from typicality. Currently, we only know at about age 3 or 4 that the child is autistic because they haven’t started producing the typical social and language behaviors that you would expect of a child of that age. But, if it stems from something that’s gone differently or disrupted in the motor processing system, we should be able to see that very early on, during infancy, and have an idea if there are particular individuals at risk for developing these sorts of disorders. I think we are in an early place in the field.
David: Does part of your work involve creating experiments?
Gillian: Yeah. We just finished a short video with New Scientist on the study that I’m currently doing, which, exactly as you suggested we’ve got to create new studies that can cross species and not give humans the benefit because they understand language. How can you create studies that will allow you to take the language load out as a confound and still learn something about it. Let me send you a link about this (see below). Well, good luck with the blog.
David: I’ll put it together and send you the transcript and you can change what you don’t like.
David: Thank you professor!
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Kuwait's low-budget airline Jazeera Airlines said on Monday it would debut on the Kuwaiti stock market on January 14, more than six months later than initially planned.
The company won Kuwaiti approval for the listing, Jazeera said in a statement. It had initially planned to list its shares in the second quarter, but had to wait for final approval.
A spokesman said Jazeera was still considering whether to list its shares in Dubai.
Jazeera shareholders approved in September 2006 a plan to double the airline's capital to KD20 million ($73.23 million, Dh269 million) by selling stock to existing shareholders.
Profit in the first nine months fell to KD1.03 million ($3.8 million, Dh13.8 million) after KD2.64 million ($9.7 million, Dh35.5 million) in the same period a year ago, according to figures published in advertisements in the local press. It did not provide a reason for the decline.
Jazeera will be the second Middle Eastern airline to list shares after Sharjah-based Air Arabia which debuted on Dubai's benchmark in July.
Air Arabia, the Middle East's largest low-cost carrier, raised Dh2.57 billion ($699.7 million) in a share sale in March. (Reuters)
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Austrian GP 2021
JULY 5, 2021
Race Analysis - Maxed out
By Dan Knutson
Max Verstappen started from the pole in his Red Bull, led every lap and set the fastest race lap on his way to winning the Austrian Grand Prix.
Verstappen qualified on pole for the seventh time in his F1 career.
Lando Norris qualified second in the McLaren – his first F1 front row start.
Next on the grid were Sergio Perez (Red Bull), Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes), Valtteri Bottas (Mercedes), Pierre Gasly (AlphaTauri), Yuki Tsunoda (AlphaTauri) and George Russell (Williams).
This was the 200th F1 race start for Perez.
There were 132,000 fans, most of them wearing orange to support Dutch driver Verstappen, at the Red Bull Ring on race day.
Verstappen took off in the lead when the red lights went off to start the 71 lap race. He would never lose it.
Norris was second ahead of Perez, Hamilton, Bottas, Gasly and Tsunoda.
Esteban Ocon was out of the race on lap one at Turn 3.
“There wasn’t much I could have done as I was sandwiched between Mick (Schumacher) and Antonio (Giovinazzi) at Turn 3 in a racing incident,” he said. “It’s one of those things and a consequence of starting the race at the back.”
That brought out the safety car until the end of lap 3.
Officials gave Norris a five-second time penalty after judging that he had pushed Perez into the gravel while Perez attempted to pass on the outside of Turn 4. That penalty would have grave consequences for Norris at the end of the race.
It took 20 laps for Hamilton to catch and pass Norris for second place.
Norris and Bottas pitted at the end of lap 30 to switch from the medium compound Pirelli slicks to the hard compound tires. Norris had to serve his five second penalty, so he ceded third place to Bottas.
Hamilton and Verstappen switched from the mediums at the end of laps 31 and 32 respectively. Verstappen kept the lead.
As it had been from lap 1, Verstappen was not challenged for the lead. He won in Austria for the second consecutive Sunday.
“I expected it to be good, but not this good, and the car was on rails,” he said. “It was really nice to drive and the pace was incredible on both tire compounds. I could push and also look after the tires, which is exactly how you want it to be, and I could extend my gap lap after lap.”
Verstappen added a point to his tally by clocking the fastest lap of the race.
WHO’S ON SECOND
Bottas crossed the finish line in second place, 17.937 seconds behind Verstappen.
"For me personally, P2 is one place better than last week and I started from fifth so not a bad afternoon,” Bottas said. “As a team we got some decent points considering the gap we have to Red Bull in terms of pure pace. For me it's nice to be on the podium again in second place and I think we really maximized what we could get today. The tires held on pretty well today which was a surprise.”
Norris crossed the line in third place, 2.046 seconds behind Bottas. That five second penalty cost Norris second place.
“I did not even squeeze him off,” he said of the Perez incident. “You understeer around the corner anyway. He should’ve expected that he was not going to make it. I’m annoyed because it cost us P2. Hamilton had a problem and we had the pace to be ahead of Bottas.
“I would’ve loved to be second and not third again. So I’m a bit annoyed about that. It was lap one and people were racing, and he tried something that didn’t work. His fault.”
On lap 30 at Turn 10 Hamilton damaged the floor of his Mercedes on a curb. The loss of downforce and speed relegated him to fourth place.
“I sustained some damage just before I overtook Lando,” he said. “The rear of the car started to feel strange and it just got worse throughout the race. Otherwise it would have been a straightforward second place for me. Max is clear out front at the moment so we need to improve our car and start performing better each weekend.”
It was Red Bull’s fifth consecutive win.
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There are some common problems with Dell Vostro 3568 which can be solved by the common methods provided in this article. If you can provide a fix to problems then Join Infofuge Q&A Community and help others.
About Dell Vostro 3568
- Dell Vostro 3568 comes with a 15.60-inch display with a resolution of 1366×768 pixels.
- It is powered by Intel Celeron Dual Core 6th Gen 3855U processor with 4GB of RAM 500GB of HDD storage.
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Common Problems with Dell Vostro 3568 and their Fix
1. Slow Hard Drive in Dell Vostro 3568
- You can face a slow hard drive problem with your Dell Vostro 3568 which can also be caused by Windows 10.
- The problem can cause slow file transfers and more time to load a program.
- It is caused because of disorganized information which takes more time to put through data fragments on the drive.
- There is an in-built Windows tool called Disk Defragmenter for clearing this problem easily.
- To access this tool Click on the Windows button and search “Defragment and Optimize Drives”. Click on the result and start the process.
2. Battery life problem in Dell Vostro 3568
- Is the battery of your Dell Vostro 3568 not surviving for a few minutes after charge? then the battery of your Laptop needs to be replaced.
- Replacing batteries is a very simple job just pop out the battery from the back of your Laptop.
- The Discounted batteries for your Dell Vostro 3568 are available at Batteries.com.
3. Sluggish Performance and Slow Boot time in Dell Vostro 3568
- If your Dell Vostro 3568 is suffering from sluggish performance or hangups when you are using multiple applications.
- If your Laptop needs more boot time then auditing the programs such as Bootloader is very necessary.
- To fix this problem you have to disable programs which are not in use and download System Suite 7 Professional tool which is a startup manager and optimizer.
- Upgrading the RAM is also a solution to Sluggish performance in Dell Vostro 3568 as your laptop might require more memory. Purchase a compatible RAM from Crucial or Kingston for better performance.
4. Hard Drive Failure in Dell Vostro 3568
- Is the hard drive of your Laptop Crashing or the Loud clicking sounds are coming whenever it accesses data from the hard drive.
- The solution to this problem on your Dell Vostro 3568 is using online backup sites and replacing the hard drives.
- Lastly, There are numerous tools available on the internet to fix the Hard Drive failure problem in your Dell Vostro 3568.
5. Windows Shut down problems in Dell Vostro 3568
- The common shutdown problems can arise in your Dell Vostro 3568 which can be cured by applying general fixes.
- We will be helping you to diagnose the issue and troubleshoot the specific components of software causing the problem.
1. Common Fixes to Shut down problems
- Uninstall all third-party programs such as Antivirus if any. These third-party programs can lead to shutting down of your computer. Also, you have a pre-installed antivirus program known as Windows Defender.
- Next, Running programs should be closed as these apps can interfere in the shutdown process. In case the programs are unable to close you can use task manager to close them forcefully.
- Finally, Update your Computer. To update your computer go to start and search for” check for updates”. Click on the result.
- Open Start
- Search “Fix problems with your Computer”
- Now click on the search result
- If the fix has been found by Windows then click on Apply fix when prompted.
- Wait for some time till the fix gets applied.
- Also, you may need the reboot your Computer for the changes to get into effect. It can also be done by pressing the power button and turn it off and on.
6. Stuck Pixels in Dell Vostro 3568
- If your Dell Vostro 3568 is suffering from Green, red dots or Black Dot on the screen then follow this fix.
- These stuck pixels can be very frustrating and remain black or green on the display without lighting up with other pixels.
- To fix this problem in your Laptop, Take a soft material and gently rub around the Black dot or stuck pixel in a circular motion. This trick can lighten up the dead pixel and once you the right location is found hold your finger there for a few minutes.
- Lastly, if your Laptop is under warranty period the company may take action for the dots appearing on the screen. In case, your Laptop is damaged they will replace it with a new one.
7. Can’t connect to the WiFi in Dell Vostro 3568
- There are two symptoms of your problem, No internet connection, and frequent timeouts while browsing.
- The solution to this problem is to make sure that the button for WiFi turned on in your Dell Vostro 3568.
- Also, the WiFi which you are trying to connect is broadcasting its network name or SSID.
- Download utility tool such as Network Magic which will help you to troubleshoot your WiFi problem in Dell Vostro 3568.
8. System Crash in Dell Vostro 3568
- In such a case, your Dell Vostro 3568 can refuse to boot up but don’t get panic you’ll get a fix to this problem.
- The problem may be caused due to a missing system file on the hard drive.
- However, to check this problem you have to remove the hard drive from the Laptop and place this drive into a USB enclosure. The USB enclosure can be found on online stores such as Amazon and BestBuy.
- All the instructions should be followed as per directions by the manufacturer.
- Now you can connect the USB enclosure to the working PC now you can check whether the drive is working or not. If the external drive is working then the computer will show it as an external hard drive where you can transfer all your data.
- Next, you have to check the disk for errors now open command prompt by going to Start/Programs/Accessories/Command Prompt. Get into X: or your external drive where you have to type “chkdsk /f”. The computer may ask to dismount the drive in this case you have to accept by pressing Y.
- It will automatically scan the whole drive and will fix all the errors associated with the drive. Lastly, an error report will be provided to you which can be used to encounter errors.
9. Black Screen in Dell Vostro 3568
- If you are using Windows 10 then unexpected black screen problem can occur in your Laptop.
- To fix Black Screen issue in your Dell Vostro 3568 follow some ways to fix this issue.
- First, You can try to wake up the display by using Windows key + Ctrl + Shift + B.
- Second, If any external device is connected your Laptop disconnect them as they could be the reason for the black screen in your device.
- Lastly, Troubleshooting to fix the black screen to do this you have to restart your PC and boot in the safe mode.
10. Dell Vostro 3568 Screen Flickering Fix
- There is a solution to fix the screen flickering problem on your computer.
- The problem may be caused by two reasons: An incompatible application and Display driver.
- To know for sure that the problem is caused by drivers then we have to check whether the task manager is flickering or not.
- If the task manager is flickering you need to update the programs or display driver or all together.
- To open task manager Press CTRL+SHIFT+ESC as a shortcut or search by pressing the Windows button.
- Update all the apps or contact manufacturer to check the specific incompatible apps.
11. Dell Vostro 3568 Not Charging but plugged in
- If your Dell Vostro 3568’s battery stopped charging then apply the fix provided below.
- The problem may arise after the Windows update but don’t worry the fix is very easy.
- Click on the start button and search for Device Manager.
- Now open Batteries option which should contain two items Microsoft AC Adapter and Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Control Method Battery.
- Uninstall all the drives and don’t worry it will be automatically installed in your laptop after you restart it.
- Simply turn off your Computer after uninstalling both the drivers and remove the battery if it is removable.
- Now put the battery back in and plug in your Laptop.
- Turn on your Laptop and you will see the battery charging on your Laptop.
12. Virus Infection in Dell Vostro 3568
- Malware can immobilize your Dell Vostro 3568 so it is very necessary to prevent your computer from these crippling attacks.
- Common effects of virus and spyware infected computers are slow downloads and increase in pop-ups.
- You can download Free Antivirus software such as Avast and AVG. But we recommend subscription services such as Norton 360 which provide many facilities including stellar antivirus and spyware protection.
13. Dell Vostro 3568 Fan Noise or Fan Problem
- Some power settings can cause the fan to spin or work faster and if you are using your Laptop.
- The common cause of noisy fan problem is the dust accumulate in them and Many people are least bothered about cleaning them.
- The dust can cause obstruction of fan blades which leads to louder spinning and increasing noise.
- Many users are afraid of cleaning the fans and leave it to professionals
- All you need to do is, Turn your laptop off and plug it out of the electricity
- Turn to its back and Remove its battery
- Find the air vent on the outer edge
- Unscrew the panel and open it up and the fan underneath can now be seen
- Lastly, blow out the dust
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According to a new report North America Insect Repellent Market, published by KBV Research, the North America Insect Repellent Market would witness market growth of 8.4% CAGR during the forecast period (2019-2025).
The USA market dominated the North America Insect Repellent Market by Country in 2018, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2025; thereby, achieving a market value of $1371.5 Million by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 7.9 % during the forecast period. The Canada market is expected to witness a CAGR of 8.7% during (2019 - 2025). Additionally, The Mexico market is expected to witness a CAGR of 10.8% during (2019 - 2025).
The Mosquito market registered the highest market share in USA Insect Repellent Market by Insect Type in 2018, and would retain its dominance market till 2025 and is expected to attain a market size of $595.9 Million by 2025, rising at a growth of 7.3% CAGR during the forecast period. The Bugs market is predicted to experience a growth of 8.3% CAGR during (2019 - 2025).
The Vaporizers market contributed the largest share in market revenue in North America Insect Repellent Market among different Product Type in 2018, and would grow at a growth of 7.7% CAGR during the forecast period. The Spray market would grow at a growth of 7.6% CAGR during (2019 - 2025).
The report highlights the adoption of Insect Repellent in North America region. Based on Insect Type, the market is segmented into Mosquito, Bugs, Fly Repellent and Others. Based on Product Type, the market is segmented into Vaporizers, Spray, Cream and other Products. The report also covers geographical segmentation of Insect Repellent market. The countries included in the report are USA, Canada, Mexico and Rest of North America.
Key market participants profiled in the report includes Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, Jyothy Laboratories Limited, Godrej Group (Godrej Consumer Products Limited), Dabur India Ltd., Henkel AG & Company, KGaA, S.C. Johnson and Son Inc., Enesis Group, Coghlans Ltd. and Quantum Health, Inc.
By Insect Type
By Product Type
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Learn how to avoid common cheesecake mistakes and make a perfect cheesecake! Make the best cheesecake of your life by following my 10 simple tricks.
Looking for a recipe to try? Try this easy classic cheesecake – it’s the best recipe for first time cheesecake makers!
Yes, You Can Make Cheesecake!
Cheesecakes can be intimidating to make, but once you’ve made a homemade cheesecake you’ll see that it’s really not scary at all – just maybe a little time consuming. Leaky pans, cracks and fallen centers are all things that can make a cheesecake go awry, but these tips for how to make a perfect cheesecake can help you avoid those pitfalls. The trick is in the little details. Be sure to take your time as you get comfortable with baking a cheesecake, use these helpful tips and make the best cheesecake ever!
10 TIPS FOR A PERFECT CHEESECAKE
1. Your cream cheese should always be room temperature.
This one is really all about making sure that your cheesecake isn’t lumpy and that the ingredients combine smoothly. Cream cheese that is too firm won’t mix well and will leave you with a lumpy mess, so it needs to be room temperature. In a pinch, take the cream cheese out of the foil wrapping, cut into smaller sections and heat for about 15 seconds at a time until softened.
Also, as far as cream cheese goes, the full fat regular stuff is going to give you the best cheesecake. More fat means more creamy, plus you don’t have any fillers or anything that is made to replace fat. For your cheesecake texture to be on point, you don’t want anything funky going on. Just real, good cream cheese.
2. Use a little flour or cornstarch.
I am a believer that a little flour makes a difference in a cheesecake. The starch prevents the egg proteins from over-coagulating, giving you a creamier texture and helping you prevent any cracks. If you are looking for a gluten free alternative, cornstarch will work too. Use half as much cornstarch as you would flour.
3. Add some sour cream.
While this one doesn’t necessarily ensure your cheesecake bakes properly, I do think the added tangy flavor and creamy texture helps to give you that perfect cheesecake. If you absolutely must substitute it, greek yogurt is fine but the flavor is definitely a little different.
4. Don’t over mix the batter or mix on too high speed.
Both over mixing and mixing on a high speed add more air to a batter. Too much air in a cheesecake can cause cracks a few ways. One – big air bubbles can rise to the surface and create cracks or little craters. Two – adding air causes things to rise and too much rise in a cheesecake isn’t a good thing. It can rise too much or too quickly and then fall and crack.
This also goes back to number one about room temperature cream cheese. If your cream cheese isn’t soft enough, you’ll have to mix things more to get out the lumps. So again, be sure it’s nice and soft. Also, more air tends to be added during the process of adding eggs to batter, so be sure to use a lower speed.
5. Use a water bath.
This is a step that most people want desperately to avoid, but trust me – the extra few minutes it takes are totally worth it. The benefits are many. First, the water bath generates steam that helps keep the cheesecake from drying out and cracking. Second, the water bath keeps the sides of the cheesecake from baking more quickly than the middle. It helps bake more evenly, also helping prevent cracks.
If you forgo the water bath, you are often left with a cheesecake that falls in the middle, browns too much around the edges and cracks. All are some of the worst culprits to a perfect cheesecake. Make the time for the extra step and you won’t regret it!
6. Leak-proof your water bath.
It’s such a bummer to go through all the trouble of baking a cheesecake and then have a soggy crust. As much as a springform pan is important to a great cheesecake, they are also the most unreliable pan ever. I’ve used many a springform pan and only ever found one that didn’t leak (and the other 4 of the exact same pan did leak, this was just a lucky one). To leak-proof your water bath, check out my tutorial for how to set up your pan for a leak-proof water bath. Hint: I use a crock pot liner bag.
7. Use a springform pan.
Ok, so now that I’ve just said how unreliable springform pans are, I’m going to tell you that you still need one. To get that perfect looking cheesecake, you need a pan with removable sides. It’s just the way it is. And if you’re a lover of cheesecake, you’ll use it plenty so it’ll be a good investment.
8. Don’t open the oven.
If you open up the oven during baking, you’ll let out all the good hot, steamy air. The change in temperature can possibly cause the cheesecake to fall in the middle or bake unevenly.
9. Don’t over bake the cheesecake.
In addition to the other things already mentioned, over baking a cheesecake can lead to cracks, much like with a custard pie. You’ll know the cheesecake has baked enough when the edges of the cheesecake are well set and the inner few inches are set but still jiggly.
10. Let the cheesecake cool gradually.
When the cheesecake has baked enough and is set, but still jiggly, it’s time for the gradual cooling process. I typically let a cheesecake sit in the oven with the door closed for about another 30 minutes. Then I crack the door of the oven about half way and let it gradually cool some more. This allows the cheesecake to cool slowly, while also finishing baking, which again helps avoid cracking. Just before putting the cheesecake in the fridge, you can run a knife around the edge to make sure it doesn’t stick to the sides, or jiggle it around a bit to loosen it from the sides.
Now that we’ve got our best tips, here are a few other answers to common questions about cheesecakes:
WHAT GOES INTO A CLASSIC CHEESECAKE?
A typical cheesecake will include the following:
- Cream Cheese
- Sour Cream (can sometimes be substituted for other flavoring components)
- Vanilla Extract (or other flavoring)
HOW TO MAKE CHEESECAKE CRUST
A classic cheesecake is going to have a graham cracker crust. Graham cracker crumbs are combined with some sugar and melted butter, then pressed into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
The crust should be baked for about 10 minutes prior to adding the filling, to ensure that the crust holds together well. Get the recipe for the perfect graham cracker crust.
HOW TO MAKE CHEESECAKE FILLING
Making the filling of the cheesecake is going to be fairly straight forward. You want to combine the cream cheese, sugar and flour together until it’s nice and smooth. As mentioned above, you don’t want to over mix or mix on too high of a speed.
Next you’ll add the sour cream and vanilla extract, then the eggs one at a time. Adding the eggs one at a time helps ensure that they incorporate well without having to over mix or use too high of a speed.
CAN I MAKE CHEESECAKE WITHOUT A SPRINGFORM PAN?
As I mentioned above, springform pans really are the way to go. In a pinch though, you could use a cake pan and line it with aluminum foil that you can use to “lift” the cheesecake out of the pan once it’s fully baked and cooled.
The other alternative, though it gives you a different look, is a pie pan.
HOW TO MAKE A NO-BAKE CHEESECAKE
To make a no bake cheesecake, you’ll often use ingredients that are very similar to a baked cheesecake, with the exception of the eggs. Some other ingredient amounts are likely to have been adjusted as well. Additionally, whipped cream is typically used to add volume and air to the batter that get’s lost when the cheesecake doesn’t have eggs and isn’t baked.
See my recipe for the Best No Bake Cheesecake.
So I hope that answers all the questions you’ve ever had about cheesecakes! They can seem a little tricky, but once you get things down you’ll never have trouble again. Cheesecake will become your new favorite dessert to make because it’ll never fail and it’s so versatile. You can make just about any flavor cheesecake, and I’ve definitely done my share of that.
Looking for cheesecake recipes to test your new knowledge with?
Check out these great cheesecake ideas:
Best Salted Caramel Cheesecake
Easy No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
No Bake Oreo Cheesecake
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Cream Cheese Whipped Cream
Ultimate Oreo Cheesecake
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake
Lemon Meringue Cheesecake
Banana Cream Cheesecake
Frosted Animal Cookie Cheesecake
Boston Cream Pie Cheesecake
Kahlua Coffee Brownie Cheesecake
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
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Helen Hogue is a Winnipegger with an interesting hobby, or rather, passion. Helen raises monarch butterflies, from egg to adult, then sets them free. It is estimated that people like her increase the survival rate from 5 percent to 95 percent.
Dorothy and Shauna chat with Helen about her hobby and what is involved in making this happen.
Helen has a garden full of milkweed, which is the only food monarch caterpillars eat. She goes out daily in the summer, looking for monarch eggs on the leaves. When she finds an egg, she plucks the leaf and takes it inside. The leaf goes into a small container—right now she uses clear plastic condiment containers.
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Hot Wheels and GoPro are teaming up to create a cheap and easy way for anyone to film movies starring the tiny cars. You can play with the new Zoom In model just like any other Hot Wheels vehicle, but a fold-up mount also lets folks attach a Hero Session or Hero 5 Session GoPro camera for recording the action. Best of all, at just cost of just one dollar any kid can get early practice at being the next Hal Needham. The firm's accompanying promo video offers a taste of what's possible by showing taking viewers on a high-speed run on a beach-side Hot Wheels track.
The Zoom In is clever in its minimalism. With the GoPro mount stowed away, it just looks like a little cart. Fold out the plastic piece, and the car is no more attractive but far more useful. The camera nestles into a recessed area for stability. Filmmakers can then start shooting whether they are recording a new track layout or getting ambitious by using Zoom In as a follow car to recreate the chase from Bullitt in miniature.
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Pilot readers who occasionally visit America to train in exotic aircraft will be pleased to learn that two US senators have introduced the Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021 in both houses. The bills – which were introduced in late July - seek to clarify ‘that individuals engaged in aircraft flight instruction or testing, including phased testing of experimental aircraft, are not operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire’.
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Our midwife Pamela Hunt came again today to check on Indy. It’s a Saturday, and I think this is her 6th visit here in a dozen or so days. I don’t think she normally makes this many trips to check on babies, an hour each way, on a weekend… but for Joey and Indy she does.
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We’re going to go ahead and say you’ve never heard about hand sanitizer as often in your life as you have over the last year or so. And with good reason! During a particularly challenging period of time that has affected all corners of the planet, hand hygiene has risen in importance like never before. With very good information to back it up, keeping our hands clean by washing frequently with soap and water and using a reputable hand sanitizer otherwise, is the single most important thing we can do to protect ourselves from germs and becoming ill.
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What does the best natural hand sanitizer contain?
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One of the other key considerations in using hand sanitizer is ensuring that it is being used as part of a complete hand hygiene routine, which first and foremost includes washing the hands frequently with soap and water. Both the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have placed importance on the measures taken to avoid the spread of germs and illness through thorough and consistent hand washing with soap and water as frequently as possible. Their tips include:
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Though washing with soap and water still remains the #1 recommended way to prevent the spread of germs, there are situations in which hand sanitizer is the next best option for your hand hygiene routine. This information comes directly to us from the CDC in regards to hand sanitizer use: “Germs are everywhere! They can get onto hands and items we touch during daily activities and make us sick. Cleaning hands at key times with soap and water or hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to those around you.
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To ensure hand sanitizer is as effective as possible, the CDC provides the following guidelines:
- Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Supervise young children when they use hand sanitizer to prevent swallowing alcohol, especially in schools and childcare facilities.
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Exciting collaboration with Ziad Islambouli and Suhaila Salimpour. This album has great exciting compositions that are beyond the ordinary drum solo. . . definitely inspiring for choreography and practice. Available as a download.
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4. Wild Winds (22:00)
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A double album featuring features great Arabic classics from movies and radio. . including the Raks Pharaonic suite from Suhaila's well-known "Dances for the Sultan" performance. Music specifically arranged and produced by the...
A double album of amazing belly dance classics specifically arranged and produced by Ziad Islamboui for Suhaila Salimpour. The orchestrations are grand and masterful. . . a modern take on...
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They have been made in resin, with the stands behind them cast and painted to look like wood. The stand is vaguely leaf-shaped, reflecting the attractive patterns on Buddha's clothing.
They stand at approximately 30cm tall, and make an attractive and unobtrusive ornament for a mantelpiece or bookshelf.
It is available in two colours: either as an antique style burnished bronze/green, or an attractive modern-looking black, gold, and red.
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BUFFALO, N.Y.—When 18-year-old Karolina Espinosa looks back to her freshman year at Buffalo’s Hutchinson Central Technical High School, graduation seemed like a long shot. “At the time,” she said, “both of my parents were incarcerated. I had trouble with reading, and I had problems with attendance.” But in May, sitting in the office of her school’s family support specialist, Joell Stubbe, Karolina talked excitedly about going to Buffalo State University, where she’s been accepted into the class of 2021.
Karolina credits the turnaround to her relationship with Stubbe. “She’s like my older sister,” Karolina said. “I don’t really talk about my problems ... or deal with my emotions with people. I don’t even talk to my [real] sister about them or cry in front of her. And I do that with [Stubbe]. Without her I wouldn’t even be in school, honestly. I would have been a dropout.”
As an in-school family support specialist, Stubbe serves as a liaison between students, families and a number of health, legal, and academic support services provided by local community organizations. Stubbe has a counterpart in every public school in the city, yet neither she nor her colleagues are employees of the Buffalo Public School system. Their positions were created by and are funded through Say Yes to Education Buffalo, a local chapter of a New York City-based nonprofit.
In Buffalo, a Rust Belt city still grappling with high poverty and an undereducated population, the results of the Say Yes program have exceeded expectations. Since its launch in 2012, the city’s high-school graduation rate has climbed 15 points, to 64 percent, according to New York State education department figures, the highest rate the city has achieved in more than a decade.
And black and Latino students have seen the most dramatic improvements, significantly narrowing the graduation gap with their white peers. According to Say Yes, it has awarded roughly 4,000 tuition scholarships, and the number of Buffalo schools classified as “in good standing” by the state’s education department has almost doubled since 2012, from 11 to 20.
The Say Yes promise of universal free college tuition to all Buffalo public-school graduates has grabbed public attention. But Say Yes also provides students with support specialists like Stubbe, access to medical and dental care, mental-health counseling, and legal clinics, plus after-school enrichment activities, college-readiness programs, and mentoring; it provides students’ parents with job-readiness workshops and referrals to housing services.
“This isn’t about a scholarship,” said Clotilde Dedecker, the president of the nonprofit Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. “It’s about shifting a culture. We’re finally dealing with the systemic challenges to success ... instead of just the symptoms.”
Say Yes Buffalo is understandably drawing interest from school districts and local governments around the country, anxious to see if its success can be replicated.
Skeptics, however, question whether Say Yes-style interventions can succeed elsewhere, considering that its solutions not only are difficult to implement, but, at least in the short-term, also cost more than many communities are willing or able to spend. An argument could also be made that a confluence of positive factors and personalities in Buffalo put Say Yes at the center of a perfect storm of opportunity: Its arrival in Buffalo in 2012 coincided with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s creation of a $1 billion jobs and infrastructure investment project.
Say Yes launched its Buffalo chapter by bringing in $15 million in seed funding to create the tuition scholarship fund. But, with an eye toward local accountability and sustainability, the program demanded that the bulk of the heavy lifting, both financial and strategic, be done through a collaboration among city and education officials, community organizations, civic groups, and local philanthropy.
It was this demand for cooperation, local officials say, that created Say Yes’s key benefit: The newfound ability of key players from the mayor’s office, school district, teachers union, parent groups, business community, and higher-education institutions to work closely together toward the common goal of increasing post-secondary education for Buffalo’s students. This partnership-oriented approach is difficult work, participants acknowledge, but they say it is precisely what makes Say Yes both a sustainable model and one that addresses the holistic needs of an under-resourced community.
Although Say Yes’s allure of free college tuition was immediately obvious in a city where 54 percent of children live in poverty, many initially viewed the program with skepticism. Dedecker, who was instrumental in bringing the program to Buffalo, recalled low expectations at the outset from almost everyone.
“One of the most common statements I heard when I was meeting with all the stakeholders,” Dedecker said, “was ‘This will never work here.’ Because people just didn’t get along. There was so much acrimony and such a history of distrust and malfunction.”
Among those who held little hope for success was Samuel Radford, president of the Buffalo Schools District Parent Coordinating Council. “I came to Say Yes as a skeptic,” he said, noting previous broken promises to fix the city’s schools. “In Buffalo we’d had 25 percent graduation rates for African American males for the last 50 years. Can you imagine the devastation to a community ... year after year after year?”
And upon learning that as a member of the Say Yes operations committee he would be required to work closely with Philip Rumore, his longtime adversary and the head of the city’s teachers union, Radford remembers, “I didn’t see how this was going to work. Phil and I would fight on the front page of the [Buffalo News]. We didn’t talk to each other.”
One thing that encouraged Radford was that the Say Yes scholarships were going to be available regardless of income, providing a path to induce middle-class families to return to a school system in which, in the 2010-11 school year, nearly eight out of 10 students qualified for free or reduced-price lunch.
“What made this opportunity special,” Radford said, “was that it was for everybody. Usually what causes disunity in the community are the class differences, the race differences, the socioeconomic differences. So now all of a sudden you have something that doesn’t separate us because it’s really for everybody ... which is a game-changer.”
Obstacles also had to be overcome within Buffalo’s education department itself. Will Keresztes, the chief of intergovernmental affairs and a former interim superintendent, recalls the challenges, both practical and philosophical.
“Public school systems,” said Keresztes, “see the education of children as being proprietary. When you bring other people in, you believe, mistakenly, that you’re giving up some kind of necessary power. So public school districts are hesitant to ... make decisions collaboratively with institutions outside of their orbit. That’s how they’re wired.”
In 2012 the task of getting everyone to the table and facilitating dialogue amid decades of personal and institutional distrust fell largely to David Rust, the executive director of the city’s Say Yes chapter and a native Buffalo resident.
“At first the partnership was fragile because we hadn’t been in the same room together before,” Rust said. He set up the Say Yes operating committee with the strict condition that the key decision-makers from every partnering organization meet face-to-face with each other every two weeks, without fail.
“It’s much easier to criticize someone who you don’t sit next to on a regular basis,” he said. “When you get to hear somebody’s perspective and really listen to them ... I think it broke down a lot of perceived barriers for our partners.”
Radford agrees: “It forces people with some very different political views to find common ground. If you’re looking for something easy, this isn’t it.”
But that cooperation proved an unexpected boon to a chaotic system, Radford recalled. “Over time, Phil and I went from being adversaries to ... a stable force in the education arena,” he said. “At one point the city had seven different superintendents over five years. Those are conditions that almost guarantee failure for our kids. The fact that we had this Say Yes operating committee is what saved the progress we’d been making.”
Dedecker and Radford credit Rust and his team for emphasizing data and analysis to ensure that resources went where they could have the greatest impact. At the outset a survey was conducted to assess the needs of schools, families, and communities. Dedecker said the No. 1 request wasn’t about academics but access to mental-health services.
Danielle Galenski, a family-support specialist at the Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center, sees that need on a regular basis. “Mental health is a big piece of the puzzle here,” she said of her school, which goes from pre-k to fourth grade. Referring to the in-school mental-health counselor who is on site each day through a Say Yes partnership, Galenski noted, “I have, over the years, made many referrals for kids to see her on a weekly basis. Having the clinic here at school is so beneficial because there are a lot of obstacles to getting kids to counseling.”
Mental-health needs can range from hyperactivity to aggression, said Galenski, but in a neighborhood in which nearly one-third of residents are unemployed, the effects of generational poverty itself can trigger acts that are easily mistaken for behavioral disorders.
“Trauma can look like ADHD,” she said. “So we have to ask, does this child really have ADHD or could it be that his family has just been through significant amounts of trauma, and he’s not eating before he comes to school, doesn't have any attention at home or maybe he has experienced multiple family members being killed in the last year? Those symptoms can really look very similar to ADHD.”
As a result of Say Yes Buffalo partnerships, 11 district schools currently have on-site full-service health clinics; a mobile health-clinic program is set to launch next fall. And 52 of the district’s 59 buildings provide in-school access to mental-health services. Say Yes also credits its partnerships for a K-6 summer camp program that served 2,500 students in 2016.
That same year, according to Say Yes, the city’s school district budgeted $8.3 million to fund after-school enrichment programs in each of its buildings, convert 13 low-performing schools into community schools, and open four adult centers across the city to provide employment and legal assistance to public-school parents. Say Yes Buffalo partners allocated an additional $10 million in funding that year for the other key student support service programs.
In addition, local fundraising efforts have delivered more than $24 million of the $33 million required to make the scholarship program sustainable over 10 years, and an additional $12 million has been raised toward a planned $100 million endowment, which Say Yes said will fund the scholarship program in perpetuity.
Buffalo, however, is still far from where it needs to be, advocates say, and in many respects the challenges will only get tougher.
Demario Strickland is a first-year principal at Harvey Austin, a prekindergarten-8 school on the city’s east side that New York State has flagged as a “priority school” after years of low academic achievement. The school, like the neighborhood, is overwhelmingly African American and poor; more than 90 percent of its students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. In an effort to build stronger ties to the community and increase engagement with families, Strickland and his staff have established Saturday programs offering everything from academic and physical fitness sessions to community beautification projects and field trips to pumpkin-patch farms.
While Strickland regularly sees turnouts of more than 100 participants on these Saturdays, highlighting the need for safe, recreational opportunities in the community, he also knows there are still too many parents and families he’s not reaching, with serious ramifications. “I may have three out of 10 kids doing well,” he said as an example. “These are the kids where I know the parents. The other 70 percent, I haven’t met. We need to find ways to get reluctant parents involved.”
Gesturing outside his office window to the boarded-up houses and vacant lots that dot the blocks surrounding the school, Strickland, who grew up nearby said, “Have a walk and take a look around the neighborhood. It hurts.”
“We’ve got a long way to go,” Rust acknowledged. “I think we’re at the 10-yard line and the real Say Yes story will be told in 20 years. Are our students completing post-secondary education? Are their kids going to college? This should be generational change, and there are no quick answers. Say Yes is a long-term approach to a community-wide challenge.”
With a proposal underway to open a Say Yes chapter in Cleveland, Buffalo has set a high bar for rapid results. In Syracuse, which became the first Say Yes chapter in 2008, it has taken nearly twice as long to achieve gains similar to Buffalo’s in the graduation rate, and in 2016 the scholarship endowment required a $20 million contribution from county officials in order to close a fundraising shortfall. The most recently launched Say Yes chapter, in Guilford County, North Carolina, was forced to replace its universal tuition scholarship with income restrictions after a higher-than-estimated number of affluent families claimed the tuition assistance, resulting in scholarship payouts of more than $6 million for the program’s first graduating class, a sum that Say Yes officials concede is simply unsustainable.
Emphasizing that Buffalo shares the same challenges as countless urban communities, Rust is optimistic that his city’s success is replicable. “It’s a model based on collective impact,” he said, “so it’s not reliant on any one institution.”
Jacques Steinberg, a senior vice president of the Say Yes national organization, cites the importance of getting multiple entities to work together. “For a partnership to ultimately be successful,” he said, “communities must be willing to embrace broad-based collaboration ... in ways that may be different than how they are used to working.”
Noting that Say Yes’s financial commitment is, by design, limited to a six-year window, Steinberg stressed that cities looking to emulate Buffalo, “must be committed to setting, and meeting, milestones ... along the pathway to sustainability.”
Replicating Buffalo’s spirit of collaborative decision-making and fundraising success could prove difficult, but advocates point to the huge long-term potential. “I look at this as investing in the intellectual infrastructure of our city,” said Rust, who sees the Say Yes partnerships as a path to economic development through an improved public-education system. And in Buffalo, the Say Yes approach is now so ingrained that at this point, said Keresztes, “We can’t imagine Buffalo not being a Say Yes school district.”
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Mental illness is one of those “hush-hush” topics that very few are completely open about. There is a very small percentage of people out there that would willingly stand up and discuss what living with mental illness is like. Why? Well, because we have all grown up in a world that is often blind to the idea that our brains are wired differently. To talk about the flaws in our minds is admitting to some kind of problem in the first place, and too many people are afraid to admit that they may need help.
Ending the Stigma
Although mental health has come a long way, it is unfortunately still a taboo topic for a large percentage of the world. As someone who battles mental illness, I am here to tell you that it is not a death sentence. It is simply just an obstacle that we can survive if we are willing to do the necessary work to stay on top of it.
Mental Illness ranges in all shapes and sizes. It does not discriminate, and no case is the same. So much of what we struggle with has to do with the guilt or shame we feel toward things that have occurred in our lives. We are a product of our environment, and we have been shaped by the experiences we have lived through from our childhood into adulthood. How we choose to cope with life, and what it has in store for us, can also have a large impact on our mental health, making our choices a big factor when it comes certain struggles.
Keep in mind that mental illness can also be hereditary, meaning that mental illness can be completely out of your control. Mental, emotional, physical, you name it — they all can be followed by the word “illness,” so why is it that we are so hard on those that have an illness of the mind? It’s about time that we start to change this way of thinking.
Speaking Out for Myself and Others
I made the choice a long time ago that I was going to discuss mental illness because, in the process of understanding myself, I have made it a goal to speak honestly after a lifetime of keeping secrets. I have been able to reach others, and remind them that they are not alone in some of their intrusive thoughts, or compulsive actions. I certainly do not have all the answers, but I am not afraid to ask important questions.
It wasn’t until I accepted that I struggle with substance use disorder that I quickly learned I was always self-medicating for my mental disorder(s). This is not unusual, and according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), approximately 7.9 million adults in the United States had co-occurring disorders in 2014. The research that has been done so far on mental illness is rather alarming and eye-opening when it comes to the number of people who are walking around undiagnosed, wondering what is “wrong” with them. This is why we must talk about these kinds of problems.
Take Action to See Change
The only way to fix something, or at least do our best to maintain it, is by removing the current stigma, and be understanding when it comes to matters of the mind. To fault someone based on a circumstance that is out of their control is cruel and unjust. We don’t point at someone with a broken leg and blame them for not being able to walk. Why is it OK to point at someone with a mental disorder and blame them for not being able to just “get over it”? It does not work like that, and we need to start seeing that the initial problem is much deeper, and much more complex than a fleeting moment.
Asking for help from a professional, finding someone close to talk to, and seeking out information for symptoms that you may be experiencing — these are nothing to be ashamed about. In fact, it is courageous of you and brave to even start the process of getting better. What’s important is that you realize that mental illness is not a death sentence. It is simply a semicolon in the story of your life, allowing you to continue on. | <urn:uuid:bdbd1a16-85ad-47f4-9261-3dc15112e16c> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/related/mental-illness-starts-with-acceptance/ | 2022-01-27T08:13:56Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320305242.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20220127072916-20220127102916-00078.warc.gz | en | 0.979698 | 853 |
In today’s world, relocation is becoming more common than ever. As a result, when parents separate, it is not unheard of for them to move to separate states. This can have severe consequences for the children and how their custody routes are put in place.
However, with recent technology such as video calls and social media sites, it is becoming possible to build relationships and strengthen connections online. This is true for romantic relationships, friendships and even parent-child relationships.
What are the laws in Florida when it comes to virtual visitation?
When it is not practical or possible for a child to see one of his or her biological parents on a regular basis, the Florida courts will still want to make a ruling that is in the best interests of the child. Therefore, it is possible that they seek to gain consistency with the parent-child relationship by making a ruling for virtual visitation time. This is a very new concept, but it is one that is growing rapidly. The state of Florida is one of the few states that have formalized this ruling legally.
What are the benefits of virtual visitation?
It is always ideal for a child to connect with both of his or her parents in the real world. However, virtual visitation can be beneficial when a parent lives in another state or country, or is in the military.
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The Wolf Administration has set a deadline of 5 p.m. Friday, April 3, for Pennsylvania businesses to apply for a waiver from the governor’s closure order.
Gov. Wolf ordered all businesses not deemed life-sustaining to close their physical locations as of 8 p.m. on March 19 to slow the spread of COVID-19. My Senate colleagues and I have urged Governor Wolf to be more open and transparent about the decision-making process on these waivers.
Senate Leaders Urge Governor to Classify Residential Construction as “Essential”
Governor Wolf’s order to close all non-essential businesses two weeks ago idled numerous construction projects throughout the state. Senate leaders wrote a letter to Governor Wolf this week encouraging him to reclassify residential construction activities as an essential business and allow these projects to resume – as long as social distancing protocols are followed to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently classified residential construction as an essential business. Pennsylvania is the only state to shut down all active public and private construction sites as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. New Jersey, California, Illinois and New York have issued shelter-in-place orders, but provide an exemption for construction personnel and construction activities.
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Wyke student Ethar Dirar and her family are celebrating the success of their art exhibition “Drawing Time” which was held at the WISE Building to coincide with the city’s Freedom Festival. Last year, Ethar successfully completed a Foundation year at Wyke and has now progressed onto A Level Chemistry, Biology and Fine Art.
The exhibition tells the story of the Dirar family’s journey from war to peace. From Darfur in Western Sudan, to Libya, four years in a refugee camp in Egypt, and finally to resettlement in Hull. The family will recount their journey through their artwork and words, drawn and painted onto a reconstructed refugee tent as an installation.
In 2015 Ethar and her family, were given the chance to resettle in Hull through the UK government’s UN gateway resettlement programme. The family had fled from war-torn Darfur to safety, across borders in the back of trucks, in cars and on boats. During their flight, the family of six spent four years living in a tent in the Salloum Refugee Camp in Egypt.
To help cope with the cramp living conditions of the tent, Ethar’s mother organised art workshops and drawing competitions. She acquired basic materials, pens and crayons, from the aid agencies at the camp. Soon the walls of their tent became their visual gallery of coping with their situation and a life in limbo. The tent walls became the backdrop for their storyboard of memories, thoughts, hopes and dreams.
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I must tell you right now that the biggest downside associated with this product is that it can be quite addictive. This is something that almost every smoker who tries it eventually learns. Unfortunately, there is nothing you can do to make yourself not crave it. To help you cope with the issue of “sobbing in the middle of an exercise session,” the makers of the relx phantom have included a stop smoking device known as the “stop smoking device.” This is just like a real cigarette but with more potent ingredients that can help you to overcome the cravings.
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BioM: Hogue, Pearl (Marriage - 1895)
Surnames: SIMERSON HOGUE
----Source: THORP COURIER (Thorp, Clark County, Wis.) 03/07/1895
Hogue, Pearl (Marriage - 2 MAR 1895)
Wm. Simerson of the village of Thorp, Clark County, Wis., and Miss Pearl Hogue of the city of Greenwood, Clark Co., came to this city on last Saturday and called in the services of the County Judge E. C. Pors, to make them one. Judge Pors responded promptly, and although this was a little out of the regular order, it is said that he performed the ceremony most gracefully. The nuptial knot was tied at the Thomas House. (Marshfield News)
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George Taylor (1872-1928) was also something of an inventor, which brings us to Chats-wood.
Taylor’s building activities led him to refine plaster works and panelling for domestic houses. Lath plaster applied on site with hand run cornices were now replaced by fibrous plaster sheets and cornice lengths which would be supplied and installed ready made. (Our Museum in Johnson Street although built in 1913 still evidences the by then old fashioned lath plaster and applied Victorian style ceiling roses). For strength and durability Taylor introduced bagasse, the left over fibrous matter from milled sugar cane, in place of fibres
He called his product Bagasse Plaster and convinced selected builders to use it exclusively. He apparently had some hand in the design element and his products show a great virtuosity and flair for such was the demand in fashionable Chatswood around 1900 that his plaster was used in many houses. His lyrebird with the bird in profile and the tail full on can be frequently found and was featured in our Australiana Exhibition some years ago.
Research by Jo into these building activities led to the Sydney Living Museum site with its website outlining Taylor and his product and with special reference to the 1904 Federation house at 2 Victor Street.
The Museum in the City holds various plaster samples recovered from that house when it was demolished in 1989. The photo of the house displays a familiar asymmetrical bungalow frequently encountered in Chatswood, but here with a very distinctive tower room on the southern corner. This was one of those quality inventive houses which flourished in the newly developing Chatswood. Such distinctive elements were in profusion inside the house too. The website write up indicates the donation of the samples including panels with ferns and lyrebirds, possibly unique lyrebird cornice, and classical Wedgewood style dancing girls.
Jo contacted me to let me know of this distinctive and architecturally important feature of Chatswood. What the article did not reveal was that the supplier of the samples was me. Jo was as surprised to learn of my involvement, as I was surprised to learn of the importance of those items.
And now the story from my side.
Many Willoughby, indeed Sydney, residents will remember the Second Church of Christ Scientist building at the corner of Victor St and Albert Avenue. This extensive imposing church with its massive pillars and porch on the rounded corner, and the windows with the distinctive iron grillwork, was the only building left in the CBD at that time with any real architectural merit. Built by Garvan Brothers in 1925-7, it was in 1989 demolished by them. The site extended beyond the actual building line in Albert Ave to include a Federation bungalow next door used as a Kindergarten and store, and in Victor St it extended to include No.2. Most of the house was still there, but the front had been removed and a modern Reading Room had been added extending through the front rooms, across the front garden right to the footpath.
Between the Reading Room and the Church was a delightful walled fishpond which could be seen through a large grillwork screen from the street. It was a real oasis in the bustle of commercial Chatswood. Behind the new extension, the old roof and soaring chimneys could be seen with their intact chimney pots.
It was the pots which caught my attention and when word was published that the site was to be redeveloped into the Mandarin Centre, with the Church moving to its new site in Anthony-Albert-Neridah Streets, I wrote to the church to purchase said chimney pots. Building schemes do not move fast so it was a year later the Church came back to me to see if I were still interested. I was. There followed my first viewing of the interiors of all the buildings on the site.
Was I interested in anything else? Well, yes. Why not? So the lady in charge and l proceeded around the three buildings and on a clip board noted down all the salvageable items available. And a long list it was. I will restrict myself to what came from No. 2.
Behind the tower room long gone was an open verandah from which there was exterior access through a lead-light door with clear rectangular panes surrounded by a green border (now at No. NN Johnson St). This led to a generous room with an enormous timber fire place and surround which extended all the way up to the cornice with shelves and mirrors and carving. The fireplace tiles were rare 6 x 18 inch American tiles with embossed highly glazed medieval soldiers. This was not available, but certainly when the time came l could salvage plaster from the ceiling. The unique cornice turned down the wall at each of the four corners and in the triangular space created stood on a little bracket a full frontal lyrebird. I was able to remove three of these fairly well intact. Two went to the Historic Houses Trust (now Sydney Living Museum) and they installed these two in their Verge designed house then at Glebe. They were mounted but not fixed to the walls in the library there.
From the former living room at No. 2 came ceiling panels. The centre of the ceiling was made up of 9 panels each about 36″ square. The central panel featured a ceiling rose, and to the north south east and west were four dancing maidens each in a circle.
There were two different girls alternatively around the centre, extending their arms to each other. One had disappeared when the Reading Room extension was built, but the other three came down, in a fashion. It was George Taylor’s bagasse plaster that saved them. One went to our museum, but there being no real call for it, and the one lyrebird, they were removed/lost. The dancing girl is still in store at No. NN Johnson, in parlous fractured condition, but smiling through all the ruin.
Now with recognition and a fuller story, there may be greater call to resurrect our dancing maiden.
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This award, given to the APPA President each year, is named for Samuel W. Hamilton who was the APPA President in 1938. He was born in 1878, was a Vermont native, received a B.S. at the University of Vermont and an M.D. from Columbia University. He began his career at Bloomingdale Asylum, now the Westchester Division of New York Hospital. He was most noted for his work in mental hospital administration and was a forceful advocate for improving the care of the mentally ill. He was highly regarded by colleagues and the Hamilton Award was established shortly after his death in 1951 to honor his “long and effective leadership” in the field of psychopathology.
The Paul Hoch award is given to a distinguished and currently active investigator who has produced significant, generative research in the area being highlighted at the meeting. The award is accompanied by the Hoch Award Address. The recipient may or may not be a member of the APPA.
For decades Joseph Zubin played an essential role in the intellectual health of the APPA. He pioneered the concept of an annual meeting around a theme, with subsequent publication of the meeting content as a book, many of which he edited. Dr. Zubin attended the annual meeting faithfully every year. In his latter years he invariably sat in the front row, and would ask at least one penetrating and highly relevant question after nearly every talk. He had great intellectual curiosity and in his courtly way he challenged speakers and attendees to think without ever causing a feeling of defensiveness.
The Joseph Zubin award is given to an individual who has played a fundamental role in psychopathology research, generally in a field related to the meeting topic. It honors a person who has contributed to our knowledge base and has stimulated others. The recipient need not necessarily be an active investigator but rather an elder statesman whose contributions are worthy of recognition.
Previous Award Winners*
|Year||Hoch Award*||Zubin Award*||Robins/Guze Award||Student Leadership Award|
|* This lists the Hoch awardees since 1990, and the Zubin, Robins/Guze and Student Leadership awardees since those awards were established. For Hamilton awardees, please see listing of Presidents of the APPA (the first Hamilton Award was given to Clarence R. Oberndorf in 1953)|
|1992||Robert C. Elston||George Winokur|
|1993||Lindon Eaves||Albert Ellis|
|1994||George Brown||Alexander H. Leighton|
|1995||Stanley Prusiner||Paul R. McHugh|
|1996||Lester Luborsky||Myrna M. Weissman / Gerald L. Klerman|
|1997||Ronald C. Kessler||Heinz Hafner|
|1998||Robin M. Murray||Barton Childs|
|1999||John Rush||David J. Kupfer / Ellen Frank|
|2000||Ming T. Tsuang||Samual B. Guze|
|2001||Gerard Hogarty||Robert Spitzer||Frederick Cassidy||Catina Meeks / Gary Heiman|
|2002||Joseph E. LeDoux||Bruce S. McEwen||Renee Cunningham Williams|
|2003||Eric R. Kandel||John W. Olney||James Potash|
|2004||George S. Alexopoulos||Simon Wessely||David C. Rettew|
|2005||Jane M. Murphy||Nikki Erlenmeyer-Kimling||Karestan Koenen|
|2006||Paul McHugh||David Botstein||Thomas Schulze|
|2007||Sir Michael Rutter||John E. Helzer||Todd Lencz|
|2008||James M. Robins||Bruce P. Dohrenwend||Catherine W. Striley|
|2009||Norman Sartorius||David Shaffer||Zubin Bhagwager|
|2010||Wilson M. Compton||Ezra Susser||Valerie Harder|
|2011||Naomi Breslau||Patricia Cohen||Magdalena Cerda|
|2012||Myron Hofer||Zena Stein||Monica Uddin|
|2013||Maria Kovacs||Gabrielle Carlson||James Kirkbride|
|2014||John H. Krystal||Irving I. Gottesman||Carolyn Rodríguez|
|2015||Kathleen Merikangas||Jules Angst||Armin Raznahan|
|2016||Francis J. McMahon||Paula J. Clayton||Katherine M. Keyes|
|2017||Robert F. Krueger||John G. Gunderson||Nicholas R. Eaton|
|2018||Terrie T. Moffitt and Avshalom Caspi||Kenneth S. Kendler||Natalie Slopen|
|2019||Stephen V. Faraone||Evelyn J. Bromet||Akhgar Ghassabian|
|2020||Marc Olfson||Bridget Grant||Sylia Wilson||David Fink|
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Hello all. Is there any way to program mouse buttons in the OS yet? When I look at the input area of setup, the only options are for Left-handed, Emulate 3 button, hide cursor and a few performance options. Does the OS support mice with 5/7/12 extra buttons?
Hello Shane, never tried it beside some 3D Mouses tbh. But the only thing that comes to my mind is on how to use them, I guess you are using a Remote Desktop / VDI Architecture to connect to?
using Citrix, yes.
If a special mouse is in use, and only there, you might check if a Native USB redirection helps.
Since I guess that the Extra Buttons need to get used on Citrix side, right?
Yeah – the client has buttons mapped for cut/paste on an ergonomic mouse…
to be used in the Citrix session.
Thanks for the responses Sebastien.
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As the lyrics go, ‘a good heart these days is hard to find’ but hopefully a good bowel is a bit easier to locate. As of today, I am ‘active’ on the transplant list for a new bowel and abdominal wall.
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St. Ishmaels beach in Lindsway Bay is only accessible from the Pembrokeshire coastal path or across playing fields from the village.
The beach is a sand and shingle mix, backed by tall cliffs and with rock pools at low tide.
No facilities at the beach as it is accessed by the coastal path, the nearest facilities are located in the village of St Ishmaels.
We have no current information on dog restrictions for St Ishmaels Beach.
No water quality measurement available for St Ishmaels Beach.
St Ishmaels Beach 7 day weather forecast, weather in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire
Expect a temp in the range 10.9℃ to 11.1℃ with wind speed 7.9 m/sec (WSW)
Expect a temp in the range 10.8℃ to 11℃ with wind speed 8.9 m/sec (W)
Expect a temp in the range 5.3℃ to 6.7℃ with wind speed 2.4 m/sec (NNW)
Expect a temp in the range 7.2℃ to 7.8℃ with wind speed 10.5 m/sec (WNW)
Expect a temp in the range 8.3℃ to 9.5℃ with wind speed 7.2 m/sec (WNW)
Expect a temp in the range 10.9℃ to 11.1℃ with wind speed 10 m/sec (WNW)
Expect a temp in the range 8.7℃ to 9.1℃ with wind speed 4.7 m/sec (WSW)
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Driving has been a fun part of my life. Having cerebral palsy has brought questions from people over my ability to operate a vehicle. The questions have often struck me as unusual. Driving has always been a part of my life. As a young man driving around golf carts was normal. Getting older my parents had me driving around the neighborhood before turning sixteen. They would of course be riding with me during these joy rides. Cerebral palsy doesn’t come into play while driving. My body is fairly easy to manipulate while in a seated position. Driving also requires much more gross motor skills, instead of fine motor skills. Using my major muscle groups has always been much easier.
Driving seems to give most of us a feeling of freedom. It’s no different for me, but might give me the emotion of even greater freedom. Having the ability to drive takes away challenges of cerebral palsy. There aren’t many things that cause me to feel able. Driving is something I do most similar to someone without a disability. It is one of the easiest activities during my daily life. Being able to learn driving from an early age probably helped. The activity becoming second nature being around the game of golf. With most things in life, it can take longer for me to learn. The cerebral palsy forcing me to learn manipulations slightly different from other people. Experiencing how to use the gas, brake, and steering in a golf cart probably helped me translate to a car. With a golf cart, there is little risk for running into things, making it a good way for me to become accustom to driving. It also showed driving to most likely be part of my future. Going from a cart to a car wasn’t going to be easy, but was likely going to be possible.
On our road trip to California, there wasn’t much driving for me. It was fun to ride for most of the trip heading south. We didn’t depart Seattle at any crazy hour in the morning. Around eight in the morning we began our journey. The resting point for that first day would be Sacramento. Approximate taking 12 hours to reach that destination. Our excitement in reaching California was getting an In-N-Out burger. Sacramento was sure to have a few of them, so the dinner menu was set. We battled through the morning traffic of Seattle. Finally making it to I-5, which took us all the way into Sacramento, completing the first day of travel.
We woke the following morning with the best burgers settled in our stomachs. The second day of driving would lead to our final destination of Palm Desert. If was difficult to know what kind of traffic might await going through Los Angeles. Our bodies began to thaw as we reached warmer temperatures with each passing southbound hour. Cerebral palsy can make for challenging road trips. Sitting in a car for extended periods of time causing my body to kind of lock-up. The CP always wanting to tighten my muscles when not in use. Especially in the cold of our first driving day. However, stopping more often during the drive to Sacramento helped handle the cold. Getting out of the car to walk around lessened the toll cerebral palsy was taking. The second day didn’t take the toll on my body. The natural warmth from the sun helped my body remain loose along the road. Frequent stops weren’t as necessary to help the cerebral palsy. The warmer it became, the happier my body was. Our week in Palm Desert was warm, causes my CP symptoms to release. We played some golf and saw the sights before beginning the road trip home.
The return jaunt to Seattle would take a different route. We decided returning the same way would be boring. So, the varied route took a more eastern direction, through Nevada, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, and finally into Washington State. This time my body would be more challenging to handle, as we drove into colder weather. The first day would be relatively comfortable. The car took us along some backroads beginning our trip. Meeting up with the interstate after a few hours and into Las Vegas. We admired the large hotels, while the highway lead past the desert city. Our next rest point would be St. George, Utah. It was the last In-N-Out stop along our route, perfect spot for lunch. After enjoying the burger for the final time that week, it was onward toward Salt Lake City. Driving through Utah is one of the most beautiful stretches of road. We enjoyed the terrain while the sun remained in the sky. Darkness descended just north of Salt Lake, while a neighborhood pizza place filled our stomachs. A few more hours with the headlights guiding the way, our heads hit the pillow in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Morning met us with colder weather for the home stretch. Cerebral palsy would make the final part of our trip challenging. After a week, away from the training and chiropractor, my body had been through a lot. The cold weather only causing the cramping muscle to ache more. The end of our journey found me in the driver seat for the first seven hours. It let my mind focus on driving instead of the pain of the body. Finding our way back into the home state, we stopped for a famous burger, we’d yet to try. Satisfying our appetite, the rains were passed off, as exhaustion lead me to the back seat. Resting the final three hours, we enjoyed the familiar terrain of our home state. Without hitting traffic on the way in, we arrived safely home before night fall. It didn’t take long for my tired and achy body to find the familiar bed of my home. It was a fun trip.
Road trips are a good way to get away. Spending time on the road clears a mind. It provides peace to the pace of life. Time to slow down and enjoy the ride. We learn about the people riding with us, as we pass the miles. Taking in sights of our country we wouldn’t experience inside an airplane. Even having traveled a route before, we seem to notice different things about the route next time. The weather might be different or traveling time changes, causing changing views. Driving to Southern California felt new this time. It was less stressful than in times past. We took our time and enjoyed the ride. Taking in the country side and towers of each big city. Stopping in small farming towns to gas up, getting snacks to recharge along the way. It’s true that cerebral palsy makes travelling by road challenging. Sitting for long periods causing the body to ach. Still, I wouldn’t have traded the adventure. It was a fun idea to drive instead of fly. Doing something differently is how we make memories. | <urn:uuid:1180fdea-a485-4351-8930-5cbcca9a411d> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://cpjourney.com/2017/12/16/road-trippin/ | 2022-01-28T16:11:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306301.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128152530-20220128182530-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.96961 | 1,672 |
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Data mesh is both a technical and organizational approach to managing and accessing data. We were lucky enough to have Zhamak Dehghani, who coined the term data mesh, join us for this discussion on how the data mesh impacts data scientists.
By having this decentralized approach and treating data as a product, data is able to be exposed and shared with those that need it the most, including the data scientists. Zhamak said, “To get value from data, particularly for analytical purposes, when we want to make predictions or we want to discover trends, we have to aggregate and centralize data in one place, under the control of one set of technologies and specifically under the control of a centralized team.”
The question of data ownership is a huge pain point for data scientists. However, with the data mesh architecture, scientists are able to access data where it lives and better contribute to the overall business goals. In a conversation moderated by Sophie Watkins of Red Hat, the panel comprising, Daniel Abadi, professor of Computer Science at University of Maryland, Max Schultze of Zalando, and Zhamak Dehghani of Thoughtworks, discuss pain points, best practices, and the overall principles of data mesh. | <urn:uuid:2e54ad71-1a98-4336-84da-017a72b29ada> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://docs.starburst.io/videos/2021-07-14-what-data-mesh-means.html | 2022-01-28T16:22:02Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306301.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128152530-20220128182530-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.946984 | 253 |
Yesterday, I reported that Abe Rubin – who is charged with bribery, witness tampering and coercion for trying to force Nechemya Weberman's teenage victim to leave the country and not testify against Weberman – would get a sweetheart plea deal and will not receive any prison time. In exchange for that, Brooklyn's challenged DA Charles J. Hynes would get the Satmar bloc vote. Today, Rubin pleaded guilty exactly as I said he would.
Updated at 2:57 pm CDT
Yesterday, I reported that Abe Rubin – who is charged with bribery, witness tampering and coercion for trying to force Nechemya Weberman's victim to leave the country and not testify against Weberman – would get a sweetheart plea deal and will not receive any prison time. In exchange for that, Brooklyn's challenged DA Charles J. Hynes would get the Satmar bloc vote.
Today as part of a sweetheart plea deal, Rubin admitted he offered the victim's then-boyfriend $500,000 to get her out of the country so she could not testify against Weberman. For that crime, Rubin could serve at most 6 months in jail – but he likely won't serve any time at all.
The DA 'asked' for prison time. But the DA had also allowed Rubin to plead guilty to a an E felony. People convicted of E felonies with no prior criminal history rarely get prison sentences, and the judge therefore said he will sentence Rubin, in late October at the earliest, likely to no prison time – another coodinated travesty of justice in corrupt Brooklyn.
Satmar got what it wanted and Brooklyn DA Charles J. Hynes will now get what he wants – the Satmar bloc vote.
Special note to Oren Yaniv of the NY Daily News: You need to learn the meaning and implications of two terms in the US Penal Code: "public corruption" and '"conspiricy."
There will one day be a federal investigation, arrests and trials. Start learning the meaning and implications of those terms now, because they almost certainly will apply to you, indicted or not, as well.
Update 5:32 pm CDT – Since the Daily News' Oren Yaniv is on Twitter accusing me of misreporting the story, here is what Abraham "Abe" Rubin was charged with on June 21, 2012. This is taken directly from the DA's own press release:
Abraham Rubin, 48, was indicted on charges including four counts of Bribing a Witness, two counts of Tampering with a Witness in the Fourth Degree and one count of Coercion in the Second Degree. If convicted, Rubin faces up to seven years in prison. The indictment charges Rubin with trying to silence the victim and her boyfriend, who was the outcry witness, and to get them to drop the case by bribing them with $500,000, telling them that they should drop the case because justice would be better served. Rubin even offered to provide an attorney to the witnesses to counsel them on how to be uncooperative and make themselves unavailable for the upcoming trial. Rubin suggested that they flee the country to avoid testifying.
Today, Rubin took a plea deal that carries a maximum sentence of 6 months in prison and is likely to serve no time at all.
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MySQL is a popular choice of database for use in web applications, and is a central component of the widely used LAMP open source web application software stack (and other 'AMP' stacks). LAMP is an acronym for "Linux, Apache, MySQL, Perl/PHP/Python." Free-software-open source projects that require a full-featured database management system often use MySQL.
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So after sharing the Vegan Yellow Cake recipe a while ago, I wanted to share a vegan chocolate cake recipe… cause everything is better chocolate 🙂
This recipe is adapted from the ‘Better Homes and Garden’s, New Baking Book’ as well.
- 1 cup white unbleached flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (ideally this should be a high gluten content or have about 2 tbsps vital wheat gluten added to make this a full cup. Otherwise the whole wheat flour makes the cake very crumbly and hard to stay together)
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt (I put in more… cause I like salt.. shh)
- 2 tbsp of flax seeds ground
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup cocoa powder (depending on how much chocolate you like)
- 1/3 oil (I use canola)
- 1 1/2 sugar (you can use less, but try with the full first and then cut back)
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1 3/4 cup wet stuff (water, milk substitute, coffee or a combo of the three)
First mix dry ingredients (first 6).
Then mix oil, sugar and vanilla in another bigger bowl.
Next add about a half cup of liquid to the sugar/oil combination. Then alternate adding flour and liquid, mixing in each completely before adding the other until all the liquid and flour mixture is mixed in. Let sit for 10 minutes for the whole wheat flour to soak up liquid.
Now it needs to go into a greased and floured set of cake pans. A trick I learned from a Martha Stewart show was to put cocoa in the pan to dust over the oil instead of flour so there isn’t flour spots on the dark cake.
Bake at 375 for about 30 -35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Also can be made into cupcakes which bake for about 20 minutes.
Cool in pan for about 10 minutes and then pull it out to finish cooling on cooling rack.
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Netflix, Hulu and Disney+ may be in a whole league of their own when it comes to streaming, but the reality is there are hundreds of streaming platforms delivering content to viewers.
MediaRadar data shows that streaming companies spent $935 million advertising their services in the first half of 2021. The bulk of that comes from the expected big players, but there are hundreds of other platforms building dedicated, niche audiences.
Who are these small players coming up against the Netflixes and Disneys of streaming? And how much do they pay to reach new audiences?
Audiences are dedicated to quality content, not branded platforms
Years ago streaming was all about making blockbuster films and linear network TV more accessible for consumers. Now the name of the game isn’t convenience: it’s content.
Companies who want to come out of the streaming wars alive are those who can create amazing, binge-worthy content themselves.
We can see this in this year’s Emmy Awards nominations. Streaming services made up four out of five nomination spots, clearly commanding the space. These nominations primarily came from Netflix, Disney+, and AppleTV+.
Companies are investing heavily into original content to win over viewers. Afterall, it’s not more advertising that convinces you to sign up for a paid subscription. It’s those quality stories that draw you in and keep hitting ‘Play Next.’
Netflix may be investing $17 billion on original content this year, but smaller players are also shelling out the cash. Roku is expected to spend over $1 billion on original content this year, likely outpacing its AVOD competitors.
Viewers don’t pay for a streaming platform, they pay for stories. This is why smaller streaming platforms can find a place in the competitive streaming market. If they can build the right content library for the right audience, they can have a thriving business.
Platforms like Mubi and Shudder have become successful for drawing in their ideal viewers.
Mubi is a platform designed for dedicated cinephiles. Fans find more artistic films or cult classics using this service. Shudder, on the other hand, is for horror film lovers.
So even if Netflix and Hulu have wider libraries, smaller streaming services might have something more specific that certain audiences are looking for.
Streaming has been good for independent filmmakers
Many would think that streaming services would harm the independent film industry, but instead it has enabled smaller to mid-sized filmmakers more opportunity to release films.
“We have a whole slate of movies, smaller action thrillers, horror titles, that we’ve been able to make in the last 18 months because they don’t need to go theatrically, they can be released online only and still have value,” explained Millennium Films president Jeffrey Greenstein to The Hollywood Reporter.
It’s more financially attainable for small scale productions to release their product online. And they can reach their target audiences at a broader scale using platforms with an enthusiastic audience.
Once audiences discover platforms that deliver these films, they tend to become dedicated fans. But how much do these small platforms advertise to reach new audiences?
During the first six months of 2021, there were 400 streaming services companies who spent $935mm on advertising. The top 15 spending streaming services advertisers accounted for 85% of all programmatic spend in 2021 so far.
These brands include companies you’d expect: Disney+, Netflix, Hulu, ESPN+, HBOMax, Amazon Prime Video, etc.
But what about the small and mid-sized services?
The remaining 385 brands spent $140mm to advertise their subscription services.
Top spending brands in this group include: Shudder, Mubi, People TV, CW Seed, Acorn TV, BritBox, BET+, Pluto.TV, and PBS Living.
Together, their spending has made up $15mm so far this year.
Large streaming companies dominate content creation and advertising. However, smaller streaming services fulfill the demand of niche audiences. Programmatic provides a strong advertising solution for these unique platforms because it enables them to get in front of more specific demographics online.
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If you are preparing to divorce and you have substantial assets that must be divided between you and your spouse, it is imperative to retain an attorney experienced in handling high net worth divorces. Don’t make the mistake of thinking you and your spouse are knowledgeable enough in business transactions that you will be able to approach your divorce in the same manner. Objectivity and rationale thinking often go out the door when the divorce starts getting emotional, especially when minor children are involved.
Your divorce attorney is crucial in creating the proper strategy for your case. A seasoned lawyer can help anticipate issues that may arise and take measures to mitigate them. You also want an advocate that will fight for you and protect your best interests – at the negotiation table and in the courtroom.
Even if you and your spouse both decide you want to be fair and equitable in dividing your property, this goal is often difficult to accomplish. One of the most important things you can do if your divorce case is contested is to do the ground work in preparing and removing guesswork from your case. For example, if you own a business and its value is being disputed, hiring an expert to determine its value can be vital to your negotiations. Further, if your divorce case must go to trial, having expert opinion to support your valuation is crucial. The same is true for other high net worth assets such as real estate, pensions, and other investments you may want to have valued.
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Kim Kardashian and Floyd Mayweather are facing a class action lawsuit over crypto promotions, Mozilla will note how Fb tracks its customers, and a coalition of fact checkers are accusing YouTube of spreading false files.
That’s the full tech files that’s trending honest now, welcome to Hashtag Trending. It’s Thursday, January 13, and I’m your host, Samira Balsara.
TV huge title Kim Kardashian and boxing fable Floyd Mayweather are facing a class-action lawsuit for inflating the cost of a cryptocurrency they had been paid to promote. The lawsuit alleged that the pair overstated the cost of a cryptocoin, EthereumMax, on social media, causing its investors to lose cash. Kardashian promoted the coin on her Instagram social feed, while Mayweather endorsed the coin in his boxing match with YouTube creator Logan Paul. For reference, the coin has lost spherical 97 per cent of its label since June. The tumble used to be so interesting that some maintain called it a “pump and dump” blueprint, the the same tactic extinct by Jordan Belfort within the film The Wolf of Wall Avenue.
Fb tracking its customers on and off its platform is nothing recent. Nonetheless Mozilla, the firm within the succor of the privacy-centric Firefox browser, is now taking a be taught about to trace it succor. Mozilla has announced the Fb Pixel Hunt challenge in collaboration with The Markup, a nonprofit newsroom. Fb’s partners embed tracking system, called Fb pixels, into the ranking pages you seek the advice of with. These pixels fetch knowledge about the user’s taking a be taught about behaviours upon a particular action, delight in including an merchandise to cart. Thru its Pixel Hunt, Mozilla is hoping to better realize what create of files these trackers no doubt fetch.
A coalition of fact checking organizations is accusing YouTube of spreading false knowledge on its platform. The coalition of 80 groups says the video platform is cyber web web hosting false knowledge on issues delight in Covid and is doing minute to curb them. In a letter to YouTube, the coalition requested the video platform to procure greater factualness by funding self sustaining be taught groups, fact-checking non-English videos, and combating its algorithm to recommend repeat offenders.
Now for one thing a piece of various. A Russian farm is experimenting ideas to decrease terror in cows with VR headsets. In accordance with BBC, the cows that had been shown a peaceable surroundings through a specially designed VR headset produced more and greater quality milk. Reviews maintain prolonged shown that cows are wise and emotional creatures, so it handiest makes sense that they’re more relaxed when uncovered to their pure habitats. Simulating that surroundings the utilization of VR headset is recent territory and researchers will peep its effectivity in a prolonged length of time be taught about.
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In August, God wants to reveal Himself to you as your "Forever Love." Your foundation is being rebuilt as you trust in the fact that you are never alone because He is always with you. He is disrupting the mundane of your daily routine with hunger, and as you embrace humility, there will be grace for you to learn new things. He is healing your body, soul, and spirit this month, and bringing your whole being into glorious alignment. In areas that you have been wounded and trust has been broken, He is restoring a radical trust in Him that will be your powerful anchor.
This month God wants to show Himself to you as your ‘Forever Love.’ As you receive this facet of His love, you will be planted more securely in your knowledge that He is your place of residence. The assurance that you can truly get through anything together will become the bedrock of your heart. Your foundation is being rebuilt as you trust in the fact that you are never alone because He is always with you. God is unchanging: the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. The people in our lives can be inconsistent and their presence can be unpredictable, but God is always faithful, always present, always near. Give Him access to the inner circle of your heart, and watch as the assurance of His presence and His love overwhelms you.
HUMBLE HUNGER“The spiritually hungry are always ready to learn more,
For their hearts are eager to discover new truths.”
Proverbs 18.15 (The Passion Translation)
With our day-to-day routines, it’s easy for all of us to fall into a rut. It’s as if we’re running on a track and we just go around and around and around, hypnotically, methodically, continually. Going to work, taking the kids to school, cleaning the house, preparing meals, on repeat. Exhausted, we fall into bed at night, only to do it all over again in the morning. Often it feels as if we can’t ever get off the track - like there is no escape. We no longer feel passionate about anything because all of our energy is going into just maintaining this pattern and keeping up with everything we’ve put in place in our lives.
We need something to disrupt our course and get us out of our routine, and this month the key to escaping the rat race is hunger. Right now there is a grace for learning. God is awakening a deep hunger within people that only He can satisfy. Humility is required to realize that there’s always more to learn, and it’s in this humility that God can meet us and work with us. We are all in process. The sooner we are able to release our ideals of what we thought we would be like, or the way our lives should look, the sooner God is able to meet us where we are. Our hunger unlocks a humility to realize that there’s always more to learn. Invite God to stir up your hunger today. Ask Him to show you the grace that is available for you to learn.
BODY AND SOUL UNITY“A joyful, cheerful heart brings healing to both body and soul,
But the one whose heart is crushed,
Struggles with sickness and depression.”
Proverbs 17.22 (The Passion Translation)
God created our spirits, our souls (mind, will and emotions), and our bodies to be intimately intertwined and connected. There is evidence that confirms that when we endure an emotional trauma (soul), it leaves a lasting effect in our body. We know also that our body can try to protect us if we are going through something painful in our soul. The Bible tells us that joy heals both the body and soul, and sickness and depression can be a result of heartache.
Some of you have been struggling with your bodies: fighting chronic illness, fatigue, thyroid problems, infertility, or cancer. Others have been fighting for healing in their souls: experiencing depression, old wounds, heartache, and anxiety. Sometimes we can only get breakthrough in our bodies if we heal our souls, and/or we can only receive the healing we need in our souls if we take care of our bodies. If you’ve not been seeing the breakthrough that you need, it may be time to ask God where to start. Trust Him to know the answer, even if it doesn’t make sense to you. He has the answers to your healing as He is the one that created all of us to be triune beings. So often we ask God for healing, expecting a supernatural cure. There are times that we need to invite Him into our healing journey and trust Him to guide us each step of the way. This month God wants to heal you - body, soul, and spirit. Invite Him to show you where you need healing and ask for the blueprint to your healing journey.
For many of us, there are places of distrust in our hearts that have come to be through relational wounds with other people. In our past experiences with others, we have learned things that feel like they will always be true: “my friends will always betray me,” “I will always have to be the one to pursue relationship,” or “I’m a bad judge of character.” When we allow these past wounds to be louder than our love, we are allowing ourselves to be ultimately controlled by fear and by circumstances that are not truth. We must be careful not to build our theology on our experience. If we are having trouble trusting people because of how we’ve been hurt in the past, we are most likely struggling to trust God as well.
“The Lord’s unfailing love surrounds the man who trusts in Him” (Psalm 32.10b NIV). Sometimes, the only way forward is to trust God. Making that choice is not something that God can do for us. But the Bible tells us that so many promises are available for those who trust Him, and we know that it is impossible to please God without having faith in Him (which often looks like trust). When we count on God to be who He says He is, He will open doors for us that couldn’t be opened before and He will make a way for us to have deeper intimacy with Him. So much of what God wants to do in our lives comes through our willingness to trust Him. Let down your guard and let Him in. Give God permission to move radically in your life and see what He does!
We at The Crowning Jewels believe in the absolute, transformational power of declarations. We know that truth comes by hearing (Romans 10.17), and speaking truth is an active way for us to renew our minds (Romans 12.2). We also believe that in speaking forth these declarations, you will change your life. We invite you to partner with what God is doing and say these declarations for the remainder of the month. We would love to hear what God does! Please email us your testimony at [email protected].
- I am never alone, for God is always with me.
- God meets me where I am when I allow Him in.
- My body, soul, and spirit function in glorious unity.
- My future is not dictated by my past.
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When you fall in love, you do the craziest things.
Years ago, my brother Bob was attending a Christian college near Boston, Massachusetts, and he fell head-over-heels in love with a church school teacher who worked in Elmira, New York. Every so often, after finishing classes in the mid-afternoon, he’d drive more than six hours to spend a few moments that evening with his sweetheart. Then he’d hop back in his aging automobile and head east, driving through the night to arrive on campus in time for his early morning classes. Twelve-plus hours of driving for two hours of walking hand-in-hand with his beloved. Absolutely crazy! But that’s what love does. For those who aren’t in it, it doesn’t make sense at all.
The reason for this transformation from ordinary person to crazy person is simple. Love changes the brain. It actually burrows in and chemically rearranges neural pathways, creating new ones and completely bypassing old ones. To a brain in love, spending half a day fighting traffic and snowstorms in order to enjoy two hours with a special someone makes total sense.
What About Jesus?
Standing in the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and looking down at the stone manger that tradition says served as Jesus’ first earthly bed, I couldn’t help but think, “He left heaven for this?” That same question echoed in my mind while gazing up at the scarred face of Golgotha just outside the walls of the old city of Jerusalem. “How could He do it?” I thought. “How could He give up everything for a world filled with self-centered sinners who couldn’t care less about what He had to offer? What type of divine insanity could drive the Son of God to such a painful death?”
Again, the answer is simple. Jesus experienced a powerful transformation the moment He looked down at the newly created being He’d just formed from the dust. He fell in love. And, according to the Bible, that same transformation is possible for each one of us to experience. The result of that mental makeover changes everything.
So how can you and I experience that same love? The first requirement is what Jesus described as a “new birth,” sometimes called “conversion.” Speaking to a secretive nighttime visitor named Nicodemus, Jesus stated, “I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again” (John 3:3).
Nicodemus was an upstanding member of the Jewish ruling council. He came from a background that believed that his nation was comprised of God’s chosen people, and that the only way to be a true Jew was be born a Jew. So Nicodemus pressed Jesus for an explanation. “How can a man be born when he is old?” he asked. “Surely he cannot enter a second time into his mother’s womb to be born!” (verse 4).
Playing right into his companion’s mind-set, Jesus set the record straight: “No one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit” (verse 5). With these few words, Jesus revealed that the door to salvation was wide open to anyone, anywhere, regardless of genetics. He also pointed directly to the source of this transformation: the Holy Spirit. Being born of Jewish parents made you a Jew. Being born of the Spirit made you a child of God!
So how does the Holy Spirit bring about this amazing change of heritage—this conversion? He does a little brain surgery.
This is highlighted by a series of brain experiments conducted by Dr. Andrew Newberg, an American neuroscientist. Dr. Newberg has conducted extensive research on the physiology of worship. Using a single-photon emission computed tomography scanner, he studied the brains of people who took time to commune with their God. The results were stunning. Those who began worshiping a mere 12 minutes a day changed the circuitry of their brain in just a few months. Not only did the neurons and connections rearrange themselves, but their stress chemistry decreased while chemicals such as dopamine and GABA—both very helpful and healing—were on the rise! Dr. Newberg found that, when before and after scans were compared, even physical changes to the brain itself had occurred!
One additional noteworthy discovery was included in his findings. Those positive changes only happened in individuals who worshiped what they considered to be a loving, benevolent God. Dr. Newberg’s book How God Changes Your Brain offers abundant detail, but the bottom line is clear: worshiping a loving God for a mere 12 minutes a day for two months changes the brain inside and out. It makes me wonder what worship can do if it’s enjoyed for a lifetime!
THe Dark Side
But we humans have a dark side when it comes to our brains. The Holy Spirit isn’t the only force in the universe seeking access to our thoughts and emotions. If the Holy Spirit can make changes to the human brain, and if we choose to let Him, so can the devil.
And the devil is a master at brain surgery. He convinced Adam and Eve that God wasn’t fair and couldn’t be trusted. He impressed all but a handful of people that an ark wasn’t necessary to be saved from a global flood. And, on one horrifying Friday afternoon, he convinced a group of pious spiritual leaders that this man Jesus was nothing more than a blasphemous wannabe and deserved to die as a common criminal.
Today, the devil’s neurological work is blaringly obvious. Acts of extreme violence are being committed continuously, and all in the name of God!
So what’s a person to do? Again, God’s Word offers the answer. The apostle Paul wrote, “We have not received the spirit of the world but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us. This is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit, expressing spiritual truths spiritual words” (1 Corinthians 2:12, 13).
When we invite the Holy Spirit into our lives, we’re basically changing brain surgeons. We’re asking God to physically alter our brains so that our minds can accept a new way of looking at things. And this is where the insanity sets in. Paul went on to say that the person “without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned” (verse 14).
But once we experience the Holy Spirit’s new birth, we begin to think along different pathways. Driven by an others-based divine force (love) instead of a self-based sinful force (selfishness), we start acting in totally abnormal ways. We begin to forgive instead of seeking vengeance. We turn the other cheek instead of fighting back when someone presses our buttons. We rush to the aid of people who need food and clothes. We leave the comfort of our homes and hearths to serve as missionaries in distant lands! We might even give up our lives in order that others may live.
Even the often-ignored Ten Commandments that God personally and physically handed down on Mount Sinai take on a new meaning in our minds and hearts. No longer do we consider them a harsh set of rules and regulations. They become ten descriptions of what a person fresh from the Holy Spirit’s brain surgery is like. These individuals don’t steal. They don’t lie. They don’t commit adultery. They worship God on His holy day, they uplift their parents, and they’re satisfied with their own possessions instead of envying others who have more. Even the words that spill from their lips can be trusted. All of these attributes seem ill conceived and very unhip by modern standards—kind of like seeing the insanity of the guy who drove 12 hours through a snowstorm to spend two hours with his girl.
How Can We Help?
I know what you’re thinking, and it’s OK if you admit it: You want that surgery. You need that surgery. You need the Holy Spirit to transform you from an earthbound sinner to a heaven-bound saint. Welcome to the club! Seems we’re in good company. Shepherd-boy-turned-king David made this request: “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me” (Psalm 51:10). We know that in Bible-talk our “heart” really means our mind and emotions. David wanted a new, pure mind, not the dirty, sin-filled gray matter with which he’d been born.
The apostle Paul raised the brain standard to an incredible height when he admonished early Christian church members: “Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 2:5).
So how can you make this conversion happen in your life?
Steps in Conversion
The first thing you need to do is ask for it. Tell Jesus that you want Him to be a part of your life, forgive you of your sins, and lead you toward victory over them. Conversion happens the moment you do this. Immediately, the Holy Spirit will begin those changes in your mind that Dr. Newberg discovered. Second, a relationship with Jesus, like any other relationship, has to be cultivated or it won’t last. So set aside specific times for Bible study, prayer, and worship. As you do this, those neural changes that Dr. Newberg discovered will happen in your brain!
There’s one other lesson that Dr. Newberg’s research suggests. He discovered that spiritual activities changed the physical structure of the brains he examined and made them healthier. And there’s one other aspect to getting a healthy brain. Your brain is a physical part of your body, just like your heart and liver. You maintain a healthy heart and liver by adopting good health habits, and the same is true of your brain. Nutritional science has found that the very best food consists of fresh fruit, vegetables, cereals, and beans, so add these to your diet. Also, you can reduce—or better yet, eliminate—the unhealthy sugars and fats that are so much a part of the modern Western diet. Add to that exercise, which pumps up the heart and reduces your chronic load of stress. Then there’s taking the time to get a full night’s sleep instead of cutting those hours in bed in order to push yourself to be successful. When you do these things, you make it even easier for the Holy Spirit to bring about those vital changes in your brain that are a part of the new birth.
During my visit to the Holy Land, I had the privilege of spending some quiet time in the Garden of Gethsemane, where Christ made the awful decision to give His life for us. In my imagination, I could see Him there, His body bending under the weight of that choice. But His mind was ready to respond. “Not my will, but thine, be done,” He whispered to His Father. Only a brain connected to Heaven could make such an insane choice. Only a brain so in love with you and me could give Him the courage to face the flickering lights of the approaching soldiers and willingly submit to the cross.
That’s the mind the Holy Spirit wants to build in us today. He’s ready to begin that incredible conversion right now.
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Washington State DOH announces tool to help improve environmental health equity
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH), in collaboration with the University of Washington, announced Monday new interactive mapping tools to help utilities improve environmental health equity as they transition to cleaner energy generation.
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These tools will identify communities in Washington that are disproportionately impacted by fossil fuel pollution and are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. This will help DOH and partners address these inequities.
The new tools will provide utilities with localized data on the environmental, health and climate risks that communities face. This information will provide utilities with the support they need to make decisions that will advance environmental justice in the state’s shift away from fossil fuels.
Dr. Jeremy Hess, director of the University of Washington Center for Health and the Global Environment (CHanGE) said:
“Having accurate, community-level data about environmental risks is critical to inform decisions by policymakers on funding priorities, environmental policy and strategies to help communities disproportionately impacted by pollution. This work is part of CHanGE’s mission to promote the health benefits of climate action and support key decisions in climate change mitigation and adaptation. We are committed to working with our partners to build on these tools going forward.”
Analysis done by DOH shows that 54 out of 64 electrical utilities in Washington contain communities that are highly impacted by fossil fuel pollution and other risk factors. Communities are highly impacted if they rank a nine or ten on the Environmental Health Disparities map. This map shows exposure to pollution, fossil fuels and other environmental hazards, as well as social vulnerability factors such as income and race.
Jennifer Sabel, environmental public health senior epidemiologist for the DOH, said:
“This is one step toward helping our communities whose health is most impacted by environmental concerns, by focusing resources to help them with the transition to clean energy in Washington.”
The Clean Energy Transformation Act, passed by the Legislature in 2019, focuses on making energy cleaner and healthier. One part of that process required the DOH to identify communities that are burdened by environmental risk factors and climate change impacts. This act commits Washington to an electricity supply free of greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. | <urn:uuid:d7e8a30e-23a7-4aea-bbcf-d5a7b72fc7fe> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://stateofreform.com/featured/2021/03/washington-state-doh-announces-tool-to-help-improve-environmental-health-equity/ | 2022-01-28T15:47:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306301.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128152530-20220128182530-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.933399 | 468 |
Support Our Troops® Care Packages enhance the morale and well-being of the deployed troops worldwide by seeking, receiving, and shipping care boxes containing items specifically requested by them. This is especially important outside the established holidays.
Troops, use the Contact form to request Care Packages.
1. $25 GIFT CARDS ARE THE MOST NEEDED ITEM. This is how they get on the satellite for personal communications to home. $25 gift cards like Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Not store cards.
2. IF YOU CAN, SEND BOXES WITH ALL THE SAME TYPE OF GOODS. Not assorted goods. Do not think in terms of preparing an individual box of assorted goods for individual soldiers. The military ends up re-sorting those at their end. It is waste effort at both ends. The present manner of distribution overseas has care goods maintained in blocks of the same types of goods, so that soldiers can get exactly how much of what they want, and nothing goes to waste.
Two Ways to Help
You can buy and ship items to us (we inspect, repackage and distribute them to the troops), or,
you can donate via our donation page to help us distribute the goods to the troops. Your donation and support helps America’s troops do their jobs effectively.
- Nothing less than the best for these first class people! All first class, brand new, unopened, safety-sealed goods for America's finest.
- Include your name, address, , and phone number in case we need to get hold of you about the shipment. Also, be sure your name, address and phone appear legibly on the outside of the box.
- Put your email address in the box so we can communicate with you electroncially! It costs a fortune to mail thousands of letters, and we can instead spend that further serving the troops!
- Include a printout of a digital picture of your group, school and class, and any notes about why you are sending the care package so the troops can know how much the folks here really love, respect, and appreciate them. We want the troops and their families to know whom, way back here at home, is thinking about them.
- If you can, include $20 to Support Our Troops, Inc. for each box you send. Some weeks we hit $20,000 in shipping costs! You can include one total check of money order for the entire numbers of boxes.
- Cards, letters, and the like need to be unsealed and ready for inspection.
What the Troops Ask For
(updated September 2021 from overseas)
(We are here for 6 months and have zero access to stores or anything not brought in with us.. Anything and everything woudl be appreciated! ~~ v/r CW3 Jennifer [ ] )
Goods (cases of like kind goods, not assorted)
- $25 VISA and M/C gift cards (gives them maximum flexibility, for WIFI, etc)
- Personal hygiene items(unscented whenever possible)
- Wet wipes, individually wrapped
- Disposable razors (men's and women's)
- Chap sticks
- Body wash, lotion, face wash, mouth wash, deodorant, Q-tips, shampoo, conditioner
- Foot powder and the like
- Feminine products (unscented whenever possible)
- Small packs of napkins and tampons
- Female version of body wash, lotion, razors, face wash, mouth wash, deodorant, Q-tips, hair de-tangler, face moisturizer, shampoo, conditioner
- Small grooming kits
- Laundry PODS packed in a sturdy plastic or metal container.
- Magazines (clean content)
- Fun posters and calendars for dressing the place up
- AA batteries
- AAA batteries
- Movies and music on thumb drives only (“USB devises are cool to send movies and current shows on in digital form! Just please keep them virus free.”) (CDs, DVDs, and tapes are useless)
- 2 GB + USB memory sticks (thumb drives) (blank)
- Cards, letters, group photos (we want the troops to know real people did this for them)
- Tobacco (“yes a lot of us smoke, dip, chew, and vape”)
Food (cases of like kind goods, not assorted)
- Beef jerky
- Hard candy
- Gum – all flavors
- Protein Bars (Quest/Mission 1/Combat Crunch; cookies and cream/chocolate)
- Protein Mixer Bottles/Shakers
- Cross Training Shoes - men's sizes 11, 12
- Cordless/Electric Hair Clipper
- Cordless/Electric Nose/Ear Hair Trimmer
- 3M Sticky Wall Hooks
- Hand Sanitizer
- Cookies, crackers
- Corn nuts
- Chocolate Candy
- Candy Bars
- Rice Krispy Treats
- Slim Jims
- Granola and other snack bars
- Nuts other than peanuts in re-sealable containers
- Dried fruits in re-sealable containers
- Tins and packets of flavored coffee and cappuccino
- Breath mints
- Liquid creamers in little plastic cups with a foil top packed in a sturdy plastic or metal container.
- No pressurized product (aerosol shave cream etc.)
- No cocoa
- “Do not ever, ever, send porn, alcohol or drugs. These are illegal and can get the soldier in trouble. I’m not talking about OTC drugs. Rated R/NC-17/UR movies are not porn. Nudity in print is pretty much a no, no, though have you seen the fashion ads in magazines these days?”
What the troops say:
Care Packages Make a Huge Morale and Effectiveness Difference!
“Our base has also stopped the re-supply of candy and snacks at our dining facility, due to budget cuts and mission needs”
“Our boxes are not handled nicely and are stacked in containers about 20 deep so you can imagine what the bottom one may look like when we finally get it.”
“Books, sadly who reads anymore. Bored troops still do, but not in great numbers. Popular series and authors are best, romance novels are not that great unless someone asks for them.”
“Please do not send troops a lot of melty things like chocolate from 1 April to 1 October . Chocolate Bunnies and Peeps die in the mail in alarming numbers. We currently have 2 solid 3 pound blocks of gummy bears.”
“Any female Hygiene products would be greatly appreciated: body wash, lotion, razors, panty liners, face wash, mouth wash, deodorant, tampons, q-tips, hair detangler, face moisturizer, shampoo, conditioner, baby wipes. Any of the above would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!”
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By Baker Lu and Juan Zhang
At the height of recent #BlackLivesMatter protests, Eileen Huang, a rising third-year English major student at Yale University, published an opened letter to the Chinese American community. In this letter, she called on Asian Americans to support the protests sparked by the death of George Floyd. The Monitor’s student journalist Baker Lu recently interviewed Eileen.
This interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.
Many people read your letter but don’t necessarily know who you are. Could you start with a short introduction about your background?
My name is Eileen. I grew up in New Jersey and have spent most of my life in the United States. I am currently a rising third-year at Yale University majoring in English.
At Yale, I am involved with the Asian American Students Alliance, and I have always been passionate about advocating for community among Asian Americans. Much of my inspiration comes from Black activism.
Topics of interest for me are ethnic studies and critical race theory, which led to my interest in writing this essay.
It sounds like you have rich experience with racial inclusion. Before writing this letter, did you consult with family and friends?
Yes, I definitely did. Although I didn’t really ask for permission from my family to publish it, I simply showed them the letter and said: ‘Hey, I’m going to publish this essay on WeChat.’
My family members were very supportive and considered it an important essay for people in their own circles to read and understand. After the letter was published, my family grew closer and our conversation about the Black Lives Matter movement definitely became more productive.
That is amazing to hear. Do you feel encouraged by their reaction?
I definitely feel encouraged. I think a lot of people had the same reaction to the essay. While there has been some backlash and disagreement, a lot of people have reached out to me, including parents and children in the Chinese American community, saying the essay facilitated productive conversations about race and Black Lives Matter. It is really encouraging to hear.
At the beginning of your letter, you said, ‘I grew up hearing relatives, family friends, and even my parents make subtle, even explicitly racist comments about the Black community.’ In your view, why did they make those racist comments?
I don’t think anyone really meant to intentionally say racist things. Much of the time when they made these really stereotypical or harmful comments about the Black community or Black Lives Matter, they are not saying it because they are racists. They are saying it because they think these correct views are correct. People are just misinformed.
For example, I heard a lot of Asian Americans in my community saying Black Lives Matter is not a legitimate movement because racism to the extent that the movement describes no longer exists in American society. This is a really wrong assumption.
In light of those false assumptions, how did you feel when you heard these comments?
When I grew up hearing these comments as a child, it didn’t really strike me how harmful they were. Yet while growing up and gradually learning about systemic racism in the United States, I began to realize the harm these comments cause to further subordinate and stereotype the Black community.
I think you frequently hear these comments from Chinese Americans, especially those who have benefited from the wealth of this country and found a successful life here. They say these things because they buy into the model minority myth that Chinese Americans achieved so much success because they worked hard.
I don’t think this myth is true. I think Chinese Americans are in this country because of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965. People need to acknowledge that injustice does not occur because people didn’t work hard but because there is a structure of racism that systematically disadvantages some people and especially the Black community.
Compared to older generations, you have a different perspective on systemic racism in the United States. You and others who signed this letter decided to speak up in your support for the Black Lives Matter movement. What makes you and your peer students different from Asian Americans who do make racist comments?
There is a kind of generational divide in the response to my essay. A lot of critics are usually older immigrants or first-generation Chinese American like my parents, whereas those who reacted positively are my generation or the second generation.
In my view, this is because we have different understandings of how race works in America. For a lot of new immigrants, they still believe in the idea of meritocracy and that you can brush off racial trauma. For those who criticized my essay, I bet they also experienced racism. But the way that older generations internalize racism is different; it is much easier to believe in meritocracy and say that racism is simply part of chasing the American dream. The thinking is that we ‘just have to deal with it, keep our heads down, and keep working.’
For my generation, who were all born in the United States, we still face racism despite the status of our citizenship. We are more aware and less tolerant of the deep racism in this country, and we are more willing to speak out. I think this is why my letter received so much support from younger people. We are driven to pursue racial equity in our society.
In your letter, you wrote: ‘I see this same kind of silence from Asian Americans around me. I am especially disappointed in the Chinese American community, whose silence on the murder of Black Americans has been deafening.’ Why particularly the Chinese American community?
I wrote that mostly because this is the community I can speak for, and I was mostly speaking for our generation of increasingly conservative Chinese Americans who don’t believe in things like affirmative action and have been largely silent on Black Lives Matter.
I also received critiques about me being a privileged Chinese American and not truly being able to speak for the entire Chinese American community, which is absolutely correct. I think the Chinese American community does not always encompass people who fit the model minority stereotype. But I was mostly addressing people who have benefited from class privilege but stay out of politics when others’ lives are at stake. I also wanted to emphasize that staying silent about Black Lives Matter implies that you don’t think Black lives matter, and that is a really violent statement to make. Staying silent or opposing Black Lives Matter literally sides with white supremacy and racism.
Asian Americans are also people of color and attacked by racist comments. In your letter, you described your recent experience of being called ‘bat-eater.’ I have also personally experienced these kinds of comments. What should Asian Americans do to prevent such discrimination from happening again? Does joining the Black Lives Matter movement help?
Yes, absolutely. In the response to my letter, a lot of people criticized me for speaking out about the Black community when it ‘does nothing’ for the Asian American community. I’d first like to say that my interest is in ethnic studies and by talking about race, I also come through the interest of Asian American advocacy and activism.
Second, talking about Black liberation and Asian-American liberation are not mutually exclusive. In fact, they are deeply interconnected. We cannot fail to support Black Lives Matter and then expect to get fair treatment as Asian Americans. Black Lives Matter and Asian American activism share similar goals by fighting back against systemic racism and ultimately seek to dismantle white supremacy.
I also ask this question because some Asian Americans used ‘thugs,’ ‘rioters,’ and ‘looters’ to describe the protesters. In your letter, you were critical of some Chinese Americans because they also used these words. However, we did see some violence from Black Lives Matter protestors. In New York, there NYPD cars with broken windshields. In Atlanta, the shopping mall I used to frequent was looted. Do you still think it is inappropriate for some Chinese Americans to use “thugs,” “rioters,” and “looters” to describe the protestors?
Yes, I think it is inappropriate. People who point to these instances of violence do not genuinely care about the damage or businesses being destroyed. People who point to this violence often do so to discreditBlack Lives Matter. I think it is concerning that people are more concerned with the destruction of inanimate property than that of Black lives. People are not talking about the similar destruction of the Black community.
It’s also worth noting that the language of ‘thugs,’ ‘rioters,’ and ‘looters’ is very racialized. These words are often used to justify state violence against protestors. When white people protest COVID-19 restrictions with guns and threaten law enforcement, they aren’t called rioters, they are called protesters.
This language was also used to describe protestors during the Civil Rights Movement. At that time, most Americans had a negative view of the Civil Rights Movement and a lot of media used these words to describe Black activists and protesters.
Lastly, I think a lot of people try to oppose Black Lives Matter by saying it is a violent movement. This is not true. The Black Lives Matter organization even describes itself as non-violent and has committed to that fact. However, a lot of these uprisings that we see are in response to the state violence that has brutalized Black people for 400 years. Even today, police officers beat and tear gas protesters. These people are not talking about these acts of state violence, and instead they’re scapegoating the protestors as violent perpetrators.
In your letter, you said, ‘I refuse to call for the racial justice of our own community at the expense of others.’ But there is rhetoric among Chinese Americans that sometimes Black people get advantages at the expense of Asians. A commonly used argument regards college admission. Based on a research by Princeton University, ‘a Black student who scores 1000 on her SATs would have an equal chance of admission as a white student who scores 1310 or an Asian-American student who scores 1450.’ How do you respond to this rhetoric?
Some Chinese Americans oppose affirmative action in the same way that they view George Floyd’s death as an isolated incident that does not represent broader policy brutality against the Black community. They are also using isolated incidents to argue against affirmative action without considering the system that prevents people of color from entering higher education.
These arguments against affirmative action rely on the notion of meritocracy, which is idea that you can get into the university by working hard. This is definitely false. For example, I don’t think I got a good score on the SAT because I have great intelligence. Instead, I went into SAT prep classes and could afford to take time out of school to attend. There are studies that show SAT scores correlate more with wealth than ‘IQ.’ Harvard recently made the SAT optional because there are many studies that show the SAT does not represent merit but wealth and access to testing resources.
Also, the same people who scapegoat Black and underrepresented students do not talk about predominantly white legacy students. At Harvard, there are rumors about the Z’s list— for people who are very well connected to the university, they can get accepted after one gap year even if they don’t meet the admission criteria. And these legacy students take up a huge portion of the student body. For example,11% of students at Yale are legacy students.
You mentioned that you need SAT classes to be prepared. Some Asian Americans argue that, after spending time, energy, and money on SAT prep, they still can’t make it due to affirmative action policies. What’s your reaction to this argument?
Asian Americans are aware that schools are disadvantaging people of color from entering. Yet they are often targeting Black, brown, underrepresented, low-income students and blaming them for this without looking at the fact that these universities have always served predominately wealthy white elite members. I want to see more questions of why schools are exclusive and disadvantaging low income, Black and brown students. Why are Asian Americans identifying these people as the problem? I don’t think they are the problem. The exclusive practices of universities are the problem.
You mentioned that the correlation between wealth and SAT scores is a systemic problem. If you could change the current college application process, what changes would you make? How can universities improve their admissions processes?
I think the fairest admissions policies would be to have no criteria at all. These gatekeeping checkpoints, such as SAT and AP scores, systemically prevent low-income minority students from attending schools. I think Harvard and other schools are heading in the right direction with affirmative action policies and by making the SAT optional.
Another follow-up to your response. If schools are getting rid of standardized testing requirements, how should universities select students? What qualifications should these schools look for?
As a Yale student, I am aware that the school has immense wealth and incredible resources but at the same time is only able to accept a very small percentage of the population. I want to pose a question to the general public: why do the sons and daughters of wealthy elites get to access these resources?
We should stop asking what kind of students these schools should recruit because the idea that only some people can have access to these resources is problematic. We have to question why these resources are being kept out of reach for people who are low-income, minorities, underrepresented, and economically or institutionally disadvantaged.
One of my friends is a Hispanic American. Once the Black Lives Matter movement started, he told me ‘I am not a white or Black. I guess I am a yellow, so where should I stand in this movement?’ I think this question may also apply to Asian Americans, many of whom view this movement as a clash between African Americans and white people. What’s your answer to this question?
I think this is exactly what I was arguing against in my essay: that Black Lives Matter is not an exclusive movement. It is not restricted to this ‘clash between Black Americans and white Americans.’ All people of color are implicated in this and we cannot afford to sit out of Black Lives Matter because that would be supporting white supremacy and racism.
Second, our lives are at stake too. The Asian Americans who oppose my essay and perceive affirmative action as a disadvantage to them are also those who experience racism and hate crimes due to xenophobia promoted by COVID-19. This is just like the racism that drives police brutality against Black people. There is no different strain of racism targeted at different racial groups. It is all part of an overarching structure of white supremacy that targets people of color. All of these things will keep happening to Black and people of color until we have decided that we’re not going to sit out anymore.
Baker Lu is an incoming MA student at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.
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Blood Clots & Whatnots
Even a couple weeks prior to when I had to go to the hospital, I had this pain in my side. My doctor said, 'Ah, you've got walking pneumonia' or something like that. So, I took some antibiotics and it went away, but then it came back. My lungs were clear, so it wasn't pneumonia. It was on my right side, and it was so strange. When I was lying down I felt it. Your body knows, I mean it tells you that something ain't right. I couldn't even describe it.
I was in between primary care providers, so I went to one of those Doc In The Box type places, and the guy there was some genius. He was like, 'I know what you do ... are you sure you didn't get kicked in the side?' I'm like, 'I'd f*cking remember if I got kicked in the side.' Anyway, they didn't find anything.
I started training, and I blew up my arm one day after doing jiu jitsu. My whole left side like blew up, you know. You guys already know I had the torn bicep, so I look like f*cking Hellboy now. My arm's all big and shit. I figured I must have just pulled something. What the f*ck?!
I went to AC a few days later to corner some of my guys. The next day, I came back and I knew something was wrong. I didn't feel too good at all. My arm was all big and I was running a little bit of a fever. I ended up going to the ER and long story short, shit, this was a f*cking long story [laughs], they found two blood clots in my arm and one in my lung. That got kind of freaky because if you don't catch that in time, you're screwed.
They did a procedure where they dissolved the ones in my arm right there, by putting something in my arm. I was in the hospital for like four days. I still have the one in my lung, so I have to be on blood thinner, this Lovenox ... you've got to stick a needle in your belly every morning. I've got bruises all over. It's a good thing I don't have my abs of steel. I've got a little bit of paunch, so it doesn't hurt as much [laughs]. It sucks, though.
It could be worse, you know. I could be dead. Anyway, the reason why the situation was like that, is because I have something called, the thoracic ... [laughs]. It's so funny, because I kept forgetting how to pronounce it, and my wife is trying to tell me like I was f*cking retarded, 'It's like that comic book and that movie Thor.' It's the thoracic f*cking syndrome, or something like that (it's called thoracic outlet syndrome). 'Think of Thor, you like Thor.' It's like I'm a little kid or something [laughs].
So anyway, this thoracic syndrome, it's where my collar bone and my first rib was compressing one of my veins, and that was causing these blood clots. I had to go in there, well they had to go in there - what the f*ck did I do? I just went to sleep. They did a three hour surgery where they went in underneath my armpit, and they took out my first rib. So that was my week. It's decent timing though. Art least it didn't happen while I was fighting, and they say I'll be able to make a full recovery so I can do what I love, and that's training. Right now, though, I'm like Bubble Boy.
Maybe I should get Matt Hughes' job. Do you think the fighters would be more comfortable talking to me about their problems, or talking to that bible bashing jerk-off? I'm only kidding! [laughs] I'm not really kidding. I really can't stand that guy.
I wanna say something on the record here. Now that we're both retired, and I don't want to keep attacking the guy, but you know what's funny? After we fought, we hugged it out right there, and I never said a bad word about him. It was over for me. I was done. I don't want to talk about that guy anymore.
Then they came to my academy, the TV crew, and they said they wanted to do a special called Ultimate Matt Hughes. So I was like, alright, no problem. I did the right thing, and went on there for him. So later on, I'm sitting down, and I'm watching the show, eating with my kids, and all the sudden, he goes on this thing, 'You know that Matt Serra? He's the type of guy that when he walks into a room, he's just got to let everybody know he's there.'
I was like, 'This motherf*cker!' Here I am, taking the high road, I went on the show, I give the guy props, this and that. I mean, why would you do that? Why would you do that unless you want to unleash fury? Why would you do it? I was not mentioning the guy, I did the Ultimate Hughes thing, and he's sitting there, 'That Matt Serra, he needs attention. He needs this. He needs that.' Dude! F*ck off! Whatever.
I don't understand his role with this new job. That's the type of guy ... let me sum him up with this. We were in Vegas for TUF, and I don't know if he was writing blogs or what, he was doing something. I remember him saying 'We're here to coach, and I don't know if they're here to coach or go out or do this and that.' He made it like maybe we'd been going out at night, like maybe we were partying and stuff.
Listen to this, I did that TUF show two days after my honeymoon. My wife was there with me. The dude was trying to go against guy code, 'Well Matt Serra and them just might be out partying.' Dude! You f*cker! Who does that? That's the guy you want to turn to when you've got a problem? Get away from me dude, get away from me. I don't want to talk to you. I can't stand your ass.
You know what's funny, I shot Daner (yes, he says Daner) a text, after I did that story, and said, 'Listen man, I'm making it kind of official.' I mean we've talked about it before, like a year ago. We talked about what was I going to do, just certain things, and he definitely has ideas with stuff that I could be doing. He never had to talk to me in the tone that I took too much damage and needed to walk away, though.
He said, 'Look, you're getting older, and sooner or later you're going to have to walk away. I think you'd be great for this.' That's when I did those fighter camp interviews, which got a really good response. You know, the stuff that I did with Forrest and Chael. I did one with Tito, but it never aired.
Daner had that idea and some other stuff. The other day when I talked to him, he said, 'What about doing the post fight stuff on FUEL?' and this and that. I just don't see me doing that. I think you need the right vehicle for your personality, and I can't see me sitting there in a f*cking suit next to whoever, talking about Anthony Pettis' latest kick or something [laughs]. I just don't see it. I can't do it.
I think there's other stuff for me to do. I would rather be doing those fight camp insider things. I would rather be with Forrest Griffin, taking a shit in his living room and laughing with him, than sit there after the fights and talk about stuff. I don't think that's me.
Check back tomorrow for Part 2 of this awesome interview!
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The verdict: scoping the question
It is now time to define and scope the referendum question.
The referendum question
The referendum question is, "Should the United Kingdom remain a member of the European Union? (yes or no)"
Check: what is the European Union?
The European Union is the series of institutions set out on Europa.eu and the treaties that bind a member nation to any of them. Note the absence of the Single Market: it is not an EU institution.
If the European Union could be said to have a physical form, it would be an organism composed entirely of law (primary legislation, secondary legislation and tertiary legislation). It’s three primary functions are regulation brokerage, policy implementation designer and management agent.
Nothing here is worth getting stewed up about per se.
The impact of European law on ordinary people
European law stretches into the lives of ordinary people in many different ways, the primary instruments of which are set out on Europa.eu. In everyday life, the impact of European law on ordinary people is indirect, and much of ‘European’ law is actually a ‘local’ (European) enactment of international regulation.
All of this law is drafted as “administrative” or “non-contentious” law, meaning that it is devoid of ready-to-understand, headline principles. It enables lobbying. The lobbyists’ objectives are to ensure that if, regulation is required, then at least the regulation serves the lobbyists. The most common way this happens - whether European, national or international regulation - is to ensure that regulation creates barriers to entry to competitors.
So European law and international law impacts ordinary people both directly and indirectly, as both primary effects (“thou shalt not do…”) and as secondary effects (“Ah, but you can’t find an alternative, because regulation has banned competitors to vendor X”).
This is worth getting stewed-up about per se. Who is actually in control of vetting the law that inhibits our freedoms as citizens, as consumers, as investors, as taxpayers?
What has the European Union done for us?
A lot. Really, a lot. Especially prior to the Eurozone. And most of it is good stuff.
The European Union has demanded of all entrants qualification of basic minima of human rights and democracy.
Of the current 28 member nations, 16 - sixteen! - were anti-democratic states at some point in time since 1945. Those 16 states all imposed evil tyranny on their demos. State sponsored murder was part of the deal. Children were ‘encouraged’ to snitch on their parents to prevent talk of subterfuge. Parents mysteriously disappeared, never to be seen again. The command of each of these states was supreme, necessitating the extermination of citizens who chose to put a toe out of line. Whether Honecker’s Stasi, or Ceaușescu’s secret police, Hitler’s National Socialist Party (“Nazis”), Stalin, Mussolini, Franco and the Greek Junta, Europe’s history prior to 1945 pretty much had a full set of hateful megalomaniacs. By 1992, they appeared to be no more. Of course, this is simplistic: since 1992, Russia elected a former KBG man (Putin) who has allowed the annexation of Crimea.
For trade, the European Union has harmonised many differences that simply made no rational sense in a globalising world. A sustainable basis of trade within Europe is within reach, and it might form the basis of an extra-European market one day, in spite of various national governments seeking to sabotage or inhibit trade (to protect their own sinister, tin-pot vested interests).
The European Union has facilitated globalisation, which on balance has been a good thing. Globalisation demands harmonisation, yet enables a far greater spread of good ideas, best practices, innovation and therefore (ironically) diversity. This process requires individual freedom, essentially English liberty or Hayekian libertarianism. It places a huge vested interest on every European citizen to embrace trade, peer-to-peer exchange, without the oppressive need to seek a state’s permission on every occasion, and thus combat the social diseases of socialism and corruption at root cause.
For trade, for governance (both public and corporate) and for regulation, the European Union has introduced a whole raft of measures that bring (or are supposed to bring) transparency. For consumers, European Union law better enables consumers to re-act against being mis-sold something, especially for items sold cross-border.
The European Union has successfully introduced freedom of movement of individuals throughout its member nations, dismantling borders. It’s impossible to overstate this achievement, which was unthinkable in 1970s. Not so long ago, a border was typically brought down by an army, and re-erected in a different place with patrol boxes all over it. Over time, tanks were no longer required: ordinary citizens ruthlessly invaded European countries for wines, sunshine, work, culture and the occasional blazing row in Parisian cafés (oh wait, that was the farmers on strike again)(sorry). The resumption of border controls in 2016 is disappointing; whilst the resumption demonstrates that reality tends to break ideological choices, the resumption cannot detract from the achieving the ideology in the first place. Note that the most of the British would typically take borderless travel within a union for granted, as has been the case for England, Scotland and Wales for all living memory.
For all Europeans, the European Union has placed a pro-market agenda with an absolute focus on the consumer. This is the nearest to “economic human rights” as it is possible to get. This is what the European Union has done for the ordinary citizen.
But it is important not to get too carried away. A lot of Europe’s harmonisation is not because of the European Union, but because of international non-governmental organisations, which other countries have chosen to follow, e.g. food standards, accounting standards, auditing standards, and so on.
Great! So what went wrong?
As at 2016, the small sample of matters I set out on 25Feb2016 are still way more important than the existence of the European Union, or any one national membership of it. The European Union has done nothing about those sample matters. If anything, the Eurozone has exacerbated the perverted nature of the global financial system and its crazy 0% interest rates.
But why did the European Union let this happen?
I think the answer is ideological federalism.
Strange it as sounds, all of the megalomaniacs listed above had one thing in common. To the extent that they had a vision, it was a single European Union (or a Soviet Union), obeying a single set of law.
Now, this sounds awfully sinister, yet it really needn’t be. A federal state formed by expressly agreed democratic mandate would have been a wonderful thing. But the demos aren’t interested in federalism. The technocrats know that. So instead of advertising and campaigning for federalism, since the 1930s, the technocrats opted for “salami slicing” Europe into something vaguely federalist by stealth, so discreetly that, one day in the future, no European citizen would realise that federalism had just happened. This was the grand idea of Jean Monnet, a civil servant in the 4th republic of France, and his blueprint is still the case today. The split between the demos and the elite was thus made very permanent.
Even recent opinion polls throughout the European Union point towards disaffection with the European Union, in spite of the gains to the demos between 1958 and 1999. Committed European politicians even admit that they perceive no rallying around an identity of “Europe”. There is no evidence that any European demos want federalism. For this reason, none of the ruling elites of the EU or each national government seeks explicit approval of its demos to engage in federalism, because they know that the idea is substantially unsold: the demos won’t buy into it. Even the British referendum of 23 June 2016 offers a “stay” option that is conditional to the British opting-out of European federalism forever.
The demos have good reason for being cynical about federalism. Mainland European neighbours have invaded and tyrannised each other many times over the past 2000 years. In the west, 77 years of “peace” after two world wars in one century is too short to be a reliable foundation for permanent peace, especially if there is any perception that the federation is just a vehicle for governments and demos to free-ride off each other.
In any event, only western Europe benefitted from 77 year of “peace” because the Americans had boots on the ground to enforce it, keeping the Soviet Union behind its Iron Curtain. Let’s assume for now that the Cold War sort-of counts as “peace”.
In the east, 27 years of freedom from federal, feudalistic communism (the Soviet Union) - where the bitter memory of disappearances, brutality, oppression and shortages of basic goods & services still survive (the west was “decadent”, remember that?) - does not inspire enthusiasm to re-join any political federation. As at 2016, the eastern bloc faces a Hobson’s choice of the perceived security of the European Union to protect them against being the next Ukraine, or defending against the random Russia themselves.
Beyond federalism, the European Union has given the peoples of Europe lots of reasons to think that, actually, a single European government would be just as moronic as their own national governments.
The EU’s contribution to foreign policy over the years has been so negligently complacent that, as at 2016, it appears to have jeopardised European security rather than to have enhanced it. Confusion abounds between the conflicting objectives of security policy, immigration policy and humanitarian policy. I think European citizens see the policy confusion plainly, and grow angry when incidents happen that are obviously foreseeable, but against which their states choose to do nothing. Three examples spring to mind:
- the cases of New Year 2016 sexual harassment by the hand - literally - of young, male, non-European refugees recently then arrived in Germany and Sweden)
- the cases of refugees arriving into a European country, instantly getting benefits that bailouts for which taxpaying people are still in the queue, then read about how ungrateful the refugees appear to be.
- the northern French citizen is likely all too aware of “the Jungle” at Calais.
Then the same European citizens hear from the European Union that the freedom of movement is untouchable - sacrosanct! - and wonder how on earth individual people can be vetted on entry into their country. The disconnect between the ideology at the top and the really shitty consequences at the bottom falls into plain view for all to see, and it ain’t pretty.
At a technical level, European Union regulations leave a lot to be desired. The European Union vets some international regulation carefully, to ensure that vested interests are protected, necessarily at the expense of truth, honesty and longer-term benefit to the demos. My preferred example is from my home turf of accountancy: international accounting standards, in particular IAS39 (in the source, where France says “volatility into balance sheets”, it means “We’d need to write off own holdings of debt to nearly-zero and show that we’re bust”). Although the European citizen cannot see the lobbying - it takes place in smoke-filled rooms, in spite of a smoking ban indoors, behind closed doors - he/she can see the crooked outcome of corruption.
The Single Market was a glorious promise of trade when it was introduced, but it was a British idea, so there was no real enthusiasm for it. Free trade undermines the tin-pot vested interests that European nations still seek to protect. Accordingly, the bureaucratic war of attrition between constantly fighting against Single Market rules and others fighting to widen them to ensure governments cannot sod about with trade continues. The European Commission has been slow, lax and complacent about enforcing any part of the Single Market. The Single Market just isn’t useful any more. In short, we need freer trade to have a chance to fund tomorrow’s obligations (because our governments chose to nationalise toxic debts instead of stepping out of the way and letting insolvency courts deal with it). So to enable freer trade, leaving the Single Market looks strategically worthwhile, even though to do so is a very significant risk.
The Eurozone, introduced as a great ideology, always had the ulterior motive to railroad its participants into realising that fiscal unity and complete federalism is the only answer to Europe’s problems. The problem is that the Eurozone does not discriminate between differential economies like variable exchange rates can do. So the system works only when there are transfer payments from rich to poor. But these transfer payments look set to permanent in nature, because European-style employment law is so prohibitively unworkable, that no southern European country can reform its labour market meaningfully enough to make the Eurozone work for it. And, apparently, all Europeans are supposed to be “market socialists” or “social democrats”, meaning that endless subsidy to the undeserving poor is morally acceptable.
Oh, and one more thing. You’d have thought that a European Union embarking on such a grand federalist project would have a clear, open and transparent strategy. But no! The European Union is set to publish its strategy in June 2016. Hmmm… I’ve not seen it yet. So that’ll be too late for this referendum, but, in any event, I can’t see how it would be able to overturn 60 years of mismanagement and political botch. In the meantime, we can read only the “objectives” of the European Union. And some of those objectives look positively harmful to future Europeans, particularly the unemployment-creating “social protection” rackets implied within. | <urn:uuid:612ca59e-9e20-4f29-8718-50b9bb7f786d> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://www.brexit.me.uk/2016/06/the-verdict-scoping-question.html | 2022-01-28T17:00:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306301.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128152530-20220128182530-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.953774 | 2,951 |
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Typical jobs for Barrowclifves
Hard-working people, the Barrowclifves. 6 worked in farming, according to the 1901 Census.
Where most Barrowclifves lived
In the 1900s, you’d probably bump into a Barrowcliff in Leicestershire.
Barrowclifves’ criminal history
How do we put this... Not all Barrowclifves were angels, apparently. We found 3 in criminal records.
Barrowclifves in World War I
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Everyone should start a healthy lifestyle from early childhood. It doesn’t mean cutting the tasty food from the eating plate of children, but being attentive and cautious about what they eat. Moreover, be sure if they get the vital micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and macronutrients (carbs, protein, fats) from food that is important for their health and growth.
A healthy eating plate doesn’t mean it is not tasty or not enjoyable. Because the eating process must also be pleasant for children and they need to understand gradually why certain products are necessary to eat. And they will have a healthy eating plate full of beneficial components and a variety of food with many colors at the same time.
Fruits and Vegetables
The perfect healthy plate of kids must contain fruits and vegetables every day. The number of vitamins and minerals in fruits and vegetables is irreplaceable, and eating them daily will help kids grow faster and healthier.
Fruits and vegetables are colorful and sweet so that they will attract kids’ attention. It will be great for kids to eat whole fruit instead of its juice because fruit juice loses some healthy features. And fresh vegetables with the main dish or in the form of salads. On the other hand, french fries and potatoes are not counted because of their harmful components. According to Harvard T.H Chan’s research, potatoes don’t matter to be as healthy as other vegetables because they are full of carbohydrates which are easily digested by the body, which causes blood sugar and insulin.
The kid’s healthy eating plate should also contain dishes and products made from whole grains. It will be much better if the entire grain is less processed. Brown rice, quinoa, white wheat, and whole-grain pasta are tasty and have less impact on blood sugar than, for example, white rice, pizza, or crackers. These are listed as almost dangerous food for health in the glycemic index food list as they have a high glycemic index. Complex carbohydrates are included in the listed dishes (white wheat, whole grain pasta), so they are nutritious and healthy.
You should add to the healthy plate beans and seeds, nuts, and other plant-based products containing healthy protein such as eggs and fish. Protein is a source of energy and a component responsible for the immune system. Eating food rich in protein will help your children avoid diseases and have power for studying and playing. Try to avoid processed meats like bacon or hot dogs. Fat is also essential for the body, but it matters what type of fat we consume. Fish, nuts, and also healthy oils (virgin olive) contain healthy fats.
Dairy foods such as milk, curd, cheese must be used in small portions. Although dairy foods are a significant source of Calcium and Vitamin D, it will be better for kids to use them in a small amount. Choose unsweetened milk, plain yogurt, and organic cheese. Nutritious supplements for children can replace the ideal dose of vitamins and calcium.
Water should be the number one drink of kids. Water has only positive effects, no fats, no calories, no sweets, just perfect alcohol to quench kids’ thirst without side effects and harm. Water helps metabolism and removes toxins from the body. So it’s the ideal substitute for sweet and unhealthy juices.
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Vice President Joe Biden arrived on Friday in Istanbul Turkey for a three day visit and today he will meet with President Tayyip Erdogan. Last night during a working dinner with Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, they discussed “the fight against ISIL in Iraq and Syria, the Cyprus settlement talks, and energy security”, according to a White House read-out.
“The two leaders agreed on the need to degrade and defeat ISIL, to work towards a political transition in Syria, and provide support for the Iraqi Security Forces and the moderate Syrian opposition”, the statement reads.
“We’ve been friends for a long time and one of the great advantages of being back in Turkey with a friend and NATO ally is we’re always direct with one another,” US vice-president Joe Biden told a joint news conference with Davutoglu.
“We have tackled a number of very contentious issues regionally and internationally and we’ve always eventually come out on the same side,” he said.
In arrival remarks before the media, Prime Minister Davutoglu said “relations between Turkey and the United States are deep rooted…some of the very best in the world.” He recounted the many crises on which the NATO and bilateral allies have worked together, “most recently in close contact with each other” against ISIL in Iraq and Syria, “and the regime.”
In response, Vice President Biden also spoke of the long and strong friendship between the two allies, and said that one of the advantages of such a close relationship is that they are “always direct with each other. Friends don’t let friends wonder what they’re thinking.”
Closing on a lighter note, the Vice President noted that the last time they met, Prime Minister Davutoglu was Turkey’s foreign minister. “He’s gotten promoted, and I’m still Vice President. I have to discuss with him how he does it.”
Turkey has been a reluctant partner in the US-led coalition against Isis insurgents. Ankara argues that the coalition’s air strikes in Iraq and Syria are not enough and it has pushed for a more comprehensive strategy involving Assad’s departure and the creation of a buffer zone inside Syria to protect displaced civilians.
Ankara has in turn drawn criticism for letting thousands of foreign rebels cross its borders and for doing little to end the Isis siege of the Syrian border town of Kobani, a battle that has raged for months within sight of Turkish military positions.
Speaking just before Biden’s arrival in Istanbul, Davutoglu, who has spent the last two days in Iraq, said there could be no sustainable peace in Syria while Assad remained in power.
“Look at how things are getting better in Iraq after a government chosen by the people is in place,” he told reporters at Istanbul airport.
“But in Syria, you can’t bring peace trying to destroy a terrorist organization on one side of the country while a regime in Damascus is using all sorts of weapons to exterminate a portion of its own people on the other.”
Biden will discuss Turkey’s role in the coalition with Davutoglu and President Tayyip Erdogan. Their talks are also expected to focus on Turkish efforts to stop the flow of foreign jihadists joining Isis via Turkey, and Ankara’s assistance to the more than 1.6 million refugees on its soil.
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It is usually very unlikely to refurbish your bathroom exclusively by yourself, considering that it encompasses a substantial variety of various work: electrical related, construction, plumbing related. The resilience of the service with this room without mishaps relies on specialist know how.
The principle phases of the project can include:
- Removing of outdated cladding parts, tubes, plumbing. Generally if the walls are covered with lime plaster, it has to be completely knocked down before continuing to work.
- Laying of new cables, preparing places for buttons and,sockets. All work is important to be undertaken only with strong pieces of electric powered parts.
- Leveling wall surfaces. For partitions, you may use a specialized moisture-resistant plaster board or cement-based putty (this doesn’t modify its properties under the effects of moisture).
- Laying tiles. A result of wet conditions, only ceramic tiles are suitable for tiling surfaces. There is proper protection against water penetration and supplies excellent hydrophobic qualities. Its life-span is up to around Ninety years, thus it can only be replaced when changing the cladding and the next maintenance of the bathroom.
- For finishing the ceiling, you should use several options for constructing materials, their selection would depend upon the estimated spending budget.
Selecting Supplies In regards to Improvement Of The Bathroom
There are Six different kinds of materials employed for wall decoration:
- Ceramic tile. The popular kind of cladding, that gives the suitable safeguard from mold – a companion of humid areas. It has got high humidity resistance, green. Caring for it is easy, also, the service life repays all investments.
- Mosaic. It is usually utilized for bathroom renovations in Newcastle, producing pretty and diversified styles and designs. Furthermore, it has high consumer qualities, yet necessitates only the participation of experts for styling.
- Decorative plaster. It is deemed an reasonably priced cladding option, with its help you can make various finishes. A necessary note will be the use of facade plaster. It’s got improved capacity humidity.
- Plastic panels. Selecting these components is due to its budget. It is simple to wash, even a novice person can take care of its installation. Also, if required, merely exchange individual elements. The actual down sides with this option feature restricted designs in addition to reduced fire safety.
- Paint. The main advantage of this kind of cladding is definitely the ability to create various alternatives for design,pairing any kind of colours, independent organizing of the wanted color. However, often moisture proof formulations infrequently resist daily exposure to humidity. This is particularly observable in the instance of inadequately thorough preliminary surface treatment.
- Marble. Actually the single most costly claddings. This really is a all-natural material with good consumer and functionality attributes.
Bath room Improvement: Picking out Supplies For Your Ceiling
Repairs of a bathroom in Newcastle comes with the installation of a ceiling. To achieve this, apply construction products that are tolerant to dampness:
- aluminum profile slatted ceilings – light-weight, durable option;
- single-level stretch ceilings made of polymer film – they’re characterized by speedy installation, ease of maintenance;
- plastic panels are the most useful option for low cost repairs.
- In some cases, when renovating your bathroom in Newcastle , they choose to just paint the ceiling with moisture proof paint. But you should never apply whitewash, as was completed before. These components does not adhere to the rules and regulations, behaves badly in humid rooms.
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Conium (U. S. P.)—Conium.
"The full grown fruit of Conium maculatum, Linné," "gathered while yet green"—(U. S. P.) (Cicuta maculata, Lamarck). The leaves are official in the British Pharmacopoeia.
COMMON NAMES: Hemlock, Poison hemlock, Spotted hemlock, Poison parsley.
ILLUSTRATION: Bentley and Trimen, Med. Plants, 118.
Botanical Source.—Poison hemlock has a biennial, fusiform, whitish, fleshy root. Its stem is from 3 to 5 feet high, erect, round, hollow, glaucous, polished, and copiously spotted and dotted with dull purple. The leaves are tripinnate; the lower ones very large, several times pinnate, and bright-green, on long, sheathing foot stalks. The leaflets are ovate, lanceolate, pinnatifid, lower lobes incised. The flowers are numerous, small, white, all fertile, outermost very slightly irregular, and are arranged in erect, terminal, compound, many-rayed, smooth umbels. The general involucre is ovate, cuspidate, with membranous edges, consisting of from 3 to 7 lanceolate, reflected bracts, with whitish edges; the partial involucre of 3 or 4 oval, pointed, spreading bracts, with the inner side wanting. The petals are obcordate, with acute, inflected points, and 5 in number. The fruit is about a line and a half, or rather less in length, by a line in breadth; roundish-ovate, compressed, of a pale-green color; the primary ridges are elevated, sharp and undulated; the commissures and channels finely wrinkled. The whole plant exhales a disagreeable, virose odor, more especially when bruised (L.—W.).
History.—Hemlock inhabits Europe and Asia, and has been introduced in many parts of this country. It flowers from May to August. The leaves and seeds are the parts used. The leaves are best when collected during the flowering seasons of the herb; they should be speedily dried by a gentle heat, not over 47.7° C. (118° F.), and placed in closely covered vessels, to preserve them as much as possible from the influence of the atmosphere and light. If properly dried, the leaves should have a fine green color, with a disagreeable odor, less powerful than in the fresh plant, and a peculiar, nauseous, saline, and somewhat acrid taste. The fruit, or seeds, should be gathered shortly previous to ripening. Both the leaves and seed yield their virtues to alcohol or ether. The aqueous extract is uncertain; the alcoholic extract is the best, but even this becomes destitute of coniine in a few years (M). The fresh leaves and fruit should be employed in the preparation of the active constituent.
Description.—CONIUM (U. S. P.).—The fruit is thus described in the U. S. P.: "About 3 Mm. (⅛ inch) long; broadly ovate; laterally compressed; grayish-green; often divided into the 2 mericarps, each with 5 crenate ribs, without oil tubes, and containing a seed which is grooved on the face; odor and taste slight. When triturated with solution of potassium or sodium hydrate, conium gives off a strong, disagreeable, mouse-like odor"—(U. S. P.).
CONIUM LEAVES.—(See History and Botanical Source).
Chemical Composition.—The active principles of conium are the alkaloids, of which 5 have been identified (C. E. Sohn, 1894, Dictionary of Active Principles of Plants): Coniine (C8H17N), identified with conicine and cicutine; conhydrine (C8H17NO), discovered by Wertheim, in 1856; pseudo-conhydrine (C8H17NO), isolated by E. Merck, in 1891; methyl-coniine (C9H19N); and ethyl-piperidine (C7H15N). The mixed alkaloids may be prepared by distilling a mixture of strong solution of caustic potash and alcoholic extract of the unripe fruit, whereupon they pass over, forming an oily layer in the receiver. According to directions of J. Schorm (1882) the conium fruits, moistened with water, rendered alkaline with sodium carbonate, are distilled with steam under a pressure of 3 atmospheres. The distilled oil is neutralized with hydrochloric acid, evaporated, and treated with alcohol. After removal of the alcohol on the water-bath, an equivalent amount of caustic soda is added, and the alkaloids then shaken out with ether. The ethereal solution is reduced to a low temperature, whereby the bulk of conhydrine separates in the form of long needles. The remaining traces will evaporate with the ether, pure conicine remaining (Amer. Jour. Pharm., 1882).
Coniine, when pure, is an oily-like, transparent, colorless liquid, becoming brownish by oxidation, of specific gravity 0.86, with a very penetrating, tobacco-like odor, and a sharp, acrid, benumbing, and offensive taste. At ordinary temperatures it is volatile, disengaging ammonia, depositing a resinous matter, and losing its activity; its vapor excites a flow of tears. It is soluble in 90 parts of water, and forms a hydrate by uniting with about a fourth part of water, which, in cold, saturated solution, becomes turbid by heat owing to the separation of the water of hydration. It is very soluble in alcohol, ether, benzin, chloroform, benzol, the fixed and volatile oils, and also in weak acids, which it neutralizes. It boils at about 171° C. (340° F.), and distills over with water at 100° C. (212° F.). It strongly blues reddened litmus paper and forms soluble salts with acids, which, excepting the hydrochlorate, are difficult to crystallize. Caustic potash added to salts of coniine sets the base free, which is then recognized by its odor; heat produces the same effect on most of its salts. As to the behavior of coniine towards reagents, see Amer. Disp., last edition; also C. E. Sohn (see above).
Coniine possesses the same remarkable action on the spinal cord as hemlock itself. A few drops will suffice to kill a cat, rabbit, or young dog; a strong cat was killed in a minute and a half by 3 drops of it. Its effects are gradual paralysis, slight convulsive tremors, and death from suspension of the breathing, without any change in the appearance of the blood, and without any depression of the heart's action.
Coniine was observed by Giesecke as early as 1827, and obtained in the form of an impure sulphate. Geiger, in 1831, obtained it pure and recognized its alkaloidal nature. It is present in all parts of hemlock, probably in combination with malic acid (Husemann and Hilger, 1884). It is optically active, turning the plane of polarized light to the right. Its present formula was established, in 1881, by A. W. Hoffmann, and its synthesis was accomplished, in 1886, by Ladenburg, who first prepared inactive coniine (alpha-propyl piperidine (C5H9[C3H7]NH), and succeeded in isolating therefrom the active alkaloid by adding a crystal of the tartrate of the dextrogyrate alkaloid to the syrupy solution of the tartrate of the inactive alkaloid.
Conhydrine (C8H17NO), discovered by Wertheim, is an oxyconiine occurring in commercial coniine from which it separates on cooling to near 0° C. (32° F). Its melting point is 126° C. (258.8° F.).
Pseudo-conhydrine (C8H17NO) was discovered by E. Merck, in 1891, in the high boiling portions of crude coniine. It crystallizes in needles, is easily soluble in alcohol, ether, and chloroform, and fuses at about 98° C. (218.4° F.). Its boiling point is 230° to 232° C. (446°to 449.6° F.).
Methyl-coniine (C9H19N), an oily base, and associated with coniine, was found by Von Planta and Kekulé in hemlock (1854). It is a homologue of coniine, or rather of its isomer, paraconiine, prepared by Schiff, in 1871. G. Liljenstroem (Amer. Jour. Pharm., 1894), calls attention to the difficulty of accurately determining the quantity of the alkaloid in extract of conium by means of continuous extraction with ether, owing to the volatility of coniine, even though a reflux condenser is employed. He suggests that a known amount of centinormal acid be placed in the receiver, which readily absorbs coniine, and to titrate back the excess of acid. Wertheim obtained from fresh seeds about 0.20 per cent of pure coniine.
Action, Medical Uses, and Dosage.—Conium is narcotic, possessing, however, properties somewhat similar to those of belladonna. On account of the former difficulty in procuring good preparations of this plant, it has not been so much used nor its virtues so fully investigated, as with some of its congeners. The symptoms produced by its use are thirst, dryness of the throat, dizziness, sickness at stomach, sinking, benumbing feelings, and more or less prostration of the muscular system. If its use be continued, or in large doses, the pupils become dilated, there is a general paralysis, rendering talking and breathing difficult, with coma, or convulsions terminating in death. In about 30 minutes from its administration, its effects will generally appear, and continue from 10 to 40 hours. It is supposed to effect its results by exhausting the nervous energy of the spinal cord and voluntary muscles. It is used for promoting sleep, and will be found extremely useful in allaying excessive action of the heart in hypertrophy of this organ; a pill of 1 or 2 grains of the extract producing a calm, soothing influence, followed by a diminution or removal of the palpitation or augmented action. Indeed, all affections attended with an excited or excitable condition of the, nervous and vascular systems, will be benefited by its use. Dr. J. Harley considered conium as a depressor of the muscular movements, tranquilizing and renovating the whole muscular system—being to the corpora striata, the smaller nervous centers, and the whole of the motor tract, just what opium is to the brain. It depresses the motor function of the third nerve, causing a lazy movement of the eyes, and sometimes strabismus, with imperfect adjustment of the refracting media of the eye. It affects the sedentary and strong more than the delicate and active, so that its action is influenced more by the muscular activity than by the muscular power. It has no pure cerebral effects, but diminishes irritability of the spinal cord without disturbing the sensory functions. It has no direct action on the sympathetic; improves nutrition; and can not be detected in the urine, breath, or feces. He considered it preeminently useful in laryngismus stridulus, convulsive cough, and in tetanic muscular conditions. The dose must be proportioned to the degree of motor activity of the child or adult; by its use we may almost measure the bodily activity of the individual. To a child 21 months old he has given 20 minims of the prepared juice, and gradually increased it to 2 ½ fluid drachms.
Conium has in times past been lauded in cancer, and, while it undoubtedly has influenced growths pronounced cancerous, it is not known to have effected a cure. The pain of cancer, however, is alleviated by it, and it undoubtedly affects tumors of the mammae, even when they amount to scirrhus. Conium has been used to check lactation, thus showing its specific action upon the mammary glands. Ovarian torpor, giving rise to scanty menses, and sterility in the female, and in the genital feebleness of the male, accompanied with an unpleasant erethism, or where lack of sexual activity is due to passive testicular venous engorgement, conium is said to be efficient when given in small doses. Glandular enlargements sometimes yield to the alterative influence of this drug, and while not generally efficient in syphilis, as some of its admirers claim, it is useful in allaying the pains which accompany that affection. In rheumatism and neuralgia, Rx Specific conium, gtt. v to x; aqua, fl℥iv. Mix. Sig. Dose, a teaspoonful as often as necessary, or give from ½ to 2 grains of the English extract. Chorea and epilepsy, due to sexual abuse, and whooping-cough and acute mania are states in which it is asserted useful. It has been variously used in cachectic and depraved states, either as a palliative or for its curative action. Large doses are contraindicated by debility.
In consequence of the action of conium on the spinal marrow, it lessens the venereal appetite. It likewise lessens the secretion of milk. In the neuralgic pains attending carcinomatous affections it usually gives relief, probably, from its causing relaxation of muscular fibers; sometimes, however, it has exerted no influence whatever, in palliating them. In scrofula, goitre, and, indeed, in all tuberculous affections, it will be found very effectual given in combination with the iodide of iron. It enters into the compound plaster of belladonna, an excellent preparation, which Prof. King used for many years. Coniine, the active principle, is not extensively used in medicine. The hydrochlorate, benzoate, and, best of all, the hydrobromate have been most used, the latter particularly in whooping-cough and sciatica. Dr. Reid gives the following formula for toothache: Take of coniine, 1 drop; rectified alcohol, essence of cinnamon, each, 4 drops. Mix. This is applied by means of a camel's hair pencil. It relieves the pain instantly, but produces no effect where the nerve is not exposed by caries; a few minutes after its application there will be vertigo, difficulty of swallowing, etc., which usually cease in about 10 or 20 minutes. It should not be too frequently, nor too largely applied. The leaves have likewise been employed externally as a poultice to painful tumors, ulcers, neuralgic and rheumatic pains, etc. For painful parts the following is useful: Rx English extract of conium, ʒij; petrolatum, ʒvj. Mix. Apply. In intermittent fever, Dr. King frequently employed the following pill when quinine alone failed: Take of sulphate of quinine, 10 grains; inspissated juice of conium, 15 grains. Mix and divide into 20 pills, of which 1 pill may be given every 1 or 2 hours, until the effects of the conium have commenced, after which give 1 pill every 4 or 5 hours, according to its influence. The aqueous extract of the plant is worthless; the inspissated juice, or the ethereal extract, are alone valuable only when they are carefully and properly prepared. A strong solution of the. inspissated juice, or the juice of the fresh leaves, coated over the parts daily, for 5 or 6 days, will cure the itch. Dose of the leaves and inspissated juice, from 1 to 3 grains, 3 or 4 times a day; of the ethereal extract, which is an elegant extract of a rich, dark-green color, from ⅛ to ½ grain; coniine, 1/30 to ⅙ grain; coniine bromohydrate, 1/30 to ⅙ grain; coniine hydrochlorate, 1/30 to ⅙ grain; coniine benzoate, 1/30 to ⅙ grain; specific conium, 1/10 to 3 drops.
Specific Indications and Uses.—To relieve nervous excitation and give rest; neuralgic or rheumatic pains in the old and feeble, or where there are caco-plastic deposits; pain in stomach; pain of gastric ulcer; nervousness and restlessness.
Related Species.—Cicuta maculata, Linné, Spotted water-hemlock, Spotted parsley, Spotted cowbane, Beaver poison, Musquash root, American water-hemlock. North America. This plant differs from the following in having a purple-spotted stem, wider leaflets, and long, tuberous, fleshy roots. A volatile alkaloidal principle, believed to be coniine, was isolated by J. E. Young (Amer. Jour. Pharm., 1855, p. 289). Mr. Glenk, in 1891, made a complete analysis of the fruit. The volatile oil was investigated recently by Mr. Stroup and found to consist mainly of terpenes (see Amer. Jour. Pharm., 1894, p. 236).
Cicuta virosa, Linné (Cicutaria aquatica, Lamarck); Water hemlock, Cowbane.—This plant grows in wet situations from Canada north. Its rhizome is short, somewhat ovate, thick, and hollow, and has attached rootlets arranged in circles. The taste of the plant is aromatic and acrid, and its odor slightly aromatic. The plant, but not the root, as shown by Van Ankum's researches (1868), contains cicutine, a volatile alkaloid. Cicutoxin is a name applied by Boehm and Trojanowski, in 1887, to a soft, amorphous and tenacious yellow substance existing in the rhizome to the extent of 3.5 per cent. Cicuta is used as a local anodyne in rheumatic and neuralgic complaints, and gout. Seldom employed in medicine.
Sium latifolium, Linné; Water parsnip.—Europe and California. Root contains a poisonous resin, volatile aromatic oil, and a volatile base (analyzed by A. R. Porter and N. Rogers), and said to resemble the pastinacine of Wittstein (see Amer. Jour. Pharm., 1876, pp. 348 and 483). Reputed narcotic and has been employed in skin diseases.
Sium lineare, Michaux, of North America, and Sium angustifolium, Linné, of North America and Europe, are similar plants and poisonous.
Sium nodiflorum, Water parsnip.—A European umbelliferous, aquatic perennial, the juice of which was found to be useful in various cutaneous affections, was formerly regarded as poisonous. The dose of the juice as given by Withering, however, was 3 or 4 ounces daily. It is diuretic and exerts a good influence upon scrofulous lymphatic enlargements. This plant is also found in the southern states.
Ammi Visnaga, Lamarck; Tooth-pick plant.—South Europe, north Africa, and east Asia. This aromatic plant yields a bitter, crystalline, colorless glucosid, called kelline, isolated in 1878 by Ibrahim Mustapha. Th. Malosse, in 1881, found 2 percent of an oily, acrid principle which he called visnagol; 3 crystalline, partly alkaloidal principles, collectively named visnagin; a fixed oil (10.5 per cent) containing ammistearic acid, etc. (Amer. Jour. Pharm., 1881, p. 640, and 1886, p. 300). Kelline occasions vomiting, impeded respiration and cardiac irregularity. This plant is the El Kellah of the Moors. An 8 per cent decoction of the seeds, taken internally, is reputed to be a cure for troubles dependent on a uric acid diathesis, especially rheumatism. It relieves pain in the kidneys and urinary tract by its obtunding powers. Locally, this decoction has been applied in rheumatism of the joints to allay pain, and as a wash for buccal ulcerations.
Anthriscus Cerefolium, De Candolle (Scandix Cerefolium, Linné; Chaerophyllum sativum, Lamarck); Chervil.—A European annual raised in gardens and used for greens. A volatile oil gives to the plant a strong, but pleasant odor, and a sharp, yet feebly bitterish taste. Externally, it has been applied to bruises, swollen mammary glands, and other local tumefactions; internally in phthisis, scorbutus, scrofula, dropsy, and cutaneous disorders. It is diuretic, emmenagogue, and deobstruent. Like other species of Chaerophyllum, its leaves are sometimes collected for conium, though the plants do not greatly resemble each other. | <urn:uuid:e92624b5-2fad-40d9-a9e4-9f0fef0b2713> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://www.henriettes-herb.com/eclectic/kings/conium.html | 2022-01-28T16:13:09Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306301.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128152530-20220128182530-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.931168 | 4,650 |
61 - A Mafia War part 4
Andrew and Dominique
The sound of guns being fired were echoing through the once quietus;ways of this equidistant large mansion Andrew had to admit it was an amazing sight to take in, but he was here for one thing and one thing only to get Amilie and take her home where she belongs, with him for eternity. He’d shot so many bullets on the way up here. He wasn’t sure who was dead or alive.
Dominique had the best silencer guns this side of France and no one knew that the only shots through the mansion were those of Andres men and snf the Russians they were truly thick bastards to have forgotten the silencers they were the most deadliest we open in war and you could kill instantly without a sound.
Most of Anders men had Allen in the trap and had died instantly others were more aware and had gotten a few shit in before they to fell to the ground in their own blood.
The Russians were on different Par altogether they were as sneaky as the Italians and the French and were in a shooting the firing frenzy with both sides bloody and most dead. Polls of blood in all of the mansion
There was lots of blood she’d ask everyone made their way through the mansion most had come to their unlikely deaths from the snipers scattered across the roofs of the mansion others from the many mafia gangs inside the mansion no one was aware of how big this actually was until it was nearing an end and everyone one was dead but two. Andrew had searched the mansion unscaved trying to find Amile with no luck whatsoever.
He finally came face to face with the man that took his Amile away from him who had taken his queen away from him who would win this war he sure as hell wasn’t going down without a fight. By the look in Dominique Colbone’s face neither was he. Both of the men were bloody and had blood stains splattered across their white shirts. Neither of them were giving a shit how they looked right now or how bloody they were.
“We’ll we’ll we’ll I finally get to meet the great Dominique Colbone.”
“I honestly can’t say it’s a pleasure Anders.”
“Me neither. You should’ve died along with your parents.”
“You were supposed to be dead at the prom.” I gritted out, angrily how dare he bring my parents into this.
“We’ll I guess I’m too clever for your men.”
“Not this time it’s just you and me it’ll be your death today not mine.”
He laughed evilly. “I sure hope you don’t believe that I’m here for Amile and you’ll be long dead before I get her out of here.”
“She’s not here.”
“And you expect me to believe this shit?”
“I do actually, she left before you even got here. I let her go. She’s on her way home by now she’ll be landing.”
“I don’t believe you.”
“Don’t. I couldn’t care less. She wasn’t my prisoner.”
“Yet you kidnapped her.”
“Her fathers debt is paid I sent her home.”
Andrew looked confused. “But he said he paid off his debt and you refused to take it and you were going to marry his daughter.”
“I changed my mind, she’s not here. She left over an hour ago.”
The gun clicked being me I smirked I cranked my gun the bullets left the guns with a loud bang simuainasly and both men dropped to the ground. « Emmenez-les dans les donjons, je m’occuperai d’eux tous les deux plus tard. » (Take them to the dungeons, I’ll deal with them both later.)
The bloody bodies were picked up and taken to the dungeons.
“Are you sure about this Dom? You could’ve killed him point blank.” Marcello Lombardozz said, as a matter of factuality.
I grinned at him evilly. “Voglio torturare il coglione finché non mi supplica di ucciderlo, allora e solo loro metterò fine alla sua vita triste e patetica”.(I want to torture the little prick until he begs me to kill him then and only them will I end his sad and pathetic life.)
“Decidi tu, Dom.” (It’s your decision Dom.)
“Sì lo è, mio vecchio amico.” (Yes it is, my old friend.)
“Tout le monde est mort Dom.” (Everyone’s dead Dom.) Andre said after getting word through the hidden microphone. « Bon, nettoyons tous et faisons sortir tout le monde des pièces sûres. » (Good let’s all clean up and get everyone out of the safe rooms.) I suggested.
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It`s been said before but yes I do seem to have many strings to my bow, but always a joy to walk down my musical memory lane for a little while…
But before I set off, I should just remember that as a “cookie queen” these days dear readers, some of you may not know that my passion for baking started many MANY years ago while wearing my other “hat” , as a professional freelance violinist.
Coming from a mini musical dynasty , it was no surprise to anyone that I would be involved in the music world from a scarily young age, but while sitting in the pit of the London Palladium as a 4 year old, ( my dad was leading the band ) I stared up at the stage and out to the stalls and thought, I rather like this place!!
Little did I know that I would be involved in West End musical productions in my beloved London Palladium and countless other theaters, many years later, “Singing in the Rain” “ Fiddler on the Roof” “Showboat” “ZIgfeld”, “Barnum” “Grand Hotel” “Les Mis” “Phantom” spring to mind, or working with Mr Fagin Himself Ron Moody in “Oliver” , plus a range of leading ladies in Willy Russells“Blood Brothers” : Kiki Dee, Stephanie Lawrence, Barbara Dickson.
Other monumental musical moments include an opportunity to say a big “HELLOOOO WEEEEMBLEY”” …ahem….well, to myself, when performing in the arena with the ever gorgeous and hugely talented Mr Michael Buble….sigh!!…. who I have to say is as sophisticatedly special to his band members as his fans, but, as he says to them most gigs “ I love you, but I will be seeing other audiences!!”
As many a golden moment, I`ve also had one of my TV illusions slightly shattered, as like some of you of a “certain age” , I remember watching Top of the Pops back in the day,and wishing , hoping and writing in pleading to be a part of the HUGE studio audience that always seemed to be having the party of their lives getting so close to their musical hero’s….well….my wish came true when a one off studio session for Vanessa Williams turned surprisingly into a 4 week run of TOTP appearances , as her hit “Save the Best til Last” made it to the top of the charts , a live band ( oh how rare!) with yes, a string quartet was booked and yours truly got to be there…..but, where oh where, were the screaming fans? Where were the HUGE , crowds dancing enthusiastically, happy and being everything a bunch of fans should be……nope, just 20 or so audience members who were quite uninterested, shuffled from mini stage to mini stage and enthusiastically screaming on CUE!!!…..oh well, that’s TV folks!!
Having opening the memory box , you know, I may well be tempted to reveal other insider stories but one thrill that have to mention and it still gets me every time I`m lucky enough to be work in ….well , technically “play in” ( but I`m guessing by now you realise there`s a very fine line between the two, haha!! ) But anyway, as I was saying, the biggest of thrills EVER , is to walk into Studio 2 of Abbey Road, spine tingling chills and a sense of honour to soak up such a historic space….oh, and Abbey Road has the BEST breakfasts in a studio green room too , well you didn`t think I`d be too far away from any incredible edibles did you!? | <urn:uuid:718de387-765b-4727-b6e9-66806d521358> | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | https://www.lucyswebdesigns.co.uk/2015/04/22/if-music-be-the-food-of-love/ | 2022-01-28T16:14:50Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306301.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128152530-20220128182530-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.962309 | 797 |
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Reaching the 21st Century Retail Customer
It's no secret that omnichannel shopping has taken off in recent years, due largely to the explosion of mobile devices. According to IDC, "the worldwide smartphone market grew 27.2 percent year-over-year in the second quarter of 2014." And this year, for the first time, mobile traffic has overtaken desktop traffic to e-commerce sites. This trend is spurring the growth of consumers who research and buy across multiple devices on a regular basis, and has helped create a new category of "super shoppers."
Inherent with the use of mobile devices is the rise of social media for communication, sharing and rating. It's become essential for retailers and brands to recognize the increasingly influential aspect of social media and how they must adapt their digital experiences and offerings for each platform. This article looks at some of the differentiating features of m-commerce and how brands can make the most of them.
Adopting a Rapid Response
Today's consumers have short attention spans, and, thanks to smartphones, unlimited access to information and social media updates at their fingertips. This means that brands need to adopt a new level of reactiveness in their content in response to consumers' interests and social media conversations in real time.
Savvy brands have the ability to leverage the latest technologies as well as insert themselves into conversations taking place via social media. This engagement also enables them to tie into the content available on their own websites. For a fashion retailer, for example, this could be an image of a celebrity wearing the newest line of clothing that then gets shared across channels and goes viral. The retailers that can immediately and seamlessly react to this type of opportunity will be able to reach consumers on a new level, which gives them a competitive edge.
For retailers, the higher the quality of a product image, the easier it is for a consumer to imagine what the product looks like in person. Product images should make shoppers feel like they're in-store, with the ability to stimulate, seduce and drive the imagination of consumers, enabling them to see all the product details. Consumers should be able to imagine holding, using and owning the product when they interact with digital product media.
The screens of today's smartphones and tablets offer high pixel density and incredible color reproduction. Some phones even offer comparable quality to glossy print — these screens are now reliable enough to present a higher quality experience for users. For retailers and brands, this means that they can now offer deeply engaging brand-led experiences with stunning, interactive imagery and video across mobile and tablet devices.
Furthermore, new screens are constantly coming onto the market, with different sizes and different resolutions. While these images can complement and unlock the latent value across traditional channels, the challenge now for brands is ensuring that the customer has a consistent perception of the brand, unrelated to the channel they're using.
Tingling the Senses
Part of the fun of the in-store experience is the ability to touch and feel products before making a purchase. This is taken for granted when shopping in-store, and the lack of physical interaction is one of the biggest (and obvious) drawbacks of shopping online. Replicating that personal experience online adds an additional aspect to customer interactions and ultimately helps create a satisfying experience. The availability of smart devices means brands can now use a range of sensory inputs alongside the visual (e.g., touch and sound). When an object moves or changes state, sounds can reinforce this the same way they do in-store.
Brands are slowly adopting the technology that allows them to replicate in-store experiences, such as understanding how a product moves and changes states or sounds. This level of production and immersive experience isn't yet commonplace, however, today's smart retailers realize the importance of raising the bar in their customer experience.
Keeping it Fun
Games are by far the largest market for mobile and tablet content, as well as the most engaging experience available on these platforms. E-commerce experiences on these devices can gain a lot from the interactive design, production value, focus on playfulness and satisfying experience of games. In digital marketing and e-commerce, some game-like interactions are already beginning to be used. For example, the processes of product discovery, recommendations, combination or configuration can all be made into playful journeys that take the interaction with the customer to the next level.
Digital marketers can learn from this approach to design engaging digital experiences. Progressive engagement, playful interactions, a high level of production value and a sharp focus on the enjoyment of the user are all things that will further this aim, driving engagement and ultimately sales.
The Customer Comes First
Whether a customer interacts with a brand in-store, online or via mobile, they expect the experience to be consistent across every channel. The unfortunate reality is that experiences across each channel still vary wildly, both in quality and function. This difference is jarring and can often push customers into choosing a platform that doesn't suit their needs well or doesn't benefit the brand or retailer.
A common example is a customer that would like to use a smartphone but finds the experience too confusing and just gives up on searching for an item. Regardless of channel, consumers shouldn't encounter challenges. If they do, it will increasingly hinder their satisfaction, thus impeding on sales. Consumers don't want to face obstacles; they want their experience to be seamless across interfaces. Brands, and especially retailers, need to start thinking about delivering content fast and seamlessly across channels in order to cater to this mentality.
With retailers and brands having more opportunities to engage with customers and prospects than ever before, the winners will be those that have adapted to this new omnichannel model. Ultimately, this means being able to create the most engaging experiences that satisfy customers and keep them returning for more, no matter what channel they happen to purchase in. Only by achieving this will retailers be able to cater to today's new breed of "super shoppers."
Rory Dennis is the chief marketing officer at Amplience, a SaaS-based platform that enables brands to produce digital campaign and product media.
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Lloyd: What are the chances of a guy like you and a girl like me… ending up together?
Mary: Well, that’s pretty difficult to say.
Lloyd: Hit me with it! I’ve come a long way to see you, Mary. The least you can do is level with me. What are my chances?
Mary: Not good.
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Is it just me or does the headline in this this National Law Journal article about the recent Second Circuit opinion in the National Australia Bank case — “2nd Circuit Declines to Bar ‘Foreign-Cubed’ Securities Lawsuits” — reminds anyone else of the above scene in Dumb and Dumber?
As discussed here, this was a case where the lower court dismissed the complaint in a “foreign-cubed” case for lack of subject matter. On appeal, the Second Circuit affirmed that dismissal, stating that while it would not impose a bright-line ban on “foreign-cubed” cases, the lower court was correct in concluding that National Australia Bank’s conduct did not permit it to exercise subject matter jurisdiction.
As National Australia Bank’s counsel, George T. Conway ofstated in the article, the NAB decision is an important victory for foreign companies, as it will impact and make it very difficult for the plaintiffs to sustain a case in many instances.
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Indoor air quality is key to your family’s health. Did you realize that the air inside the average home is much more polluted than outdoor air? It is—about five times more. In fact, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has classified indoor air pollution as one of the top five environmental hazards. Mold, pollen, pet dander, radon and even formaldehyde are commonly found inside homes.
Another concern as it relates to indoor air quality is humidity. Air that is too humid or too dry can have unpleasant effects on your health and damage your home. Let’s check out three of the ways Total Comfort can help you enhance the indoor air quality in your Franklin Lakes home.
A Clean System is the First Step to Good Indoor Air Quality
A dirty HVAC system can harbor and circulate allergens throughout your home. Your first line of defense is to ensure you maintain your system and keep it clean. The easiest thing you can do is assess your air filter consistently and replace it when it becomes dirty. In most homes, the air filter needs to be changed every two or three months, but Total Comfort recommends that you check them every month—especially if you have indoor air quality problems. Annual furnace, heat pump and/or air conditioner maintenance is beneficial, too. Your technician will ensure your system is clean and not circulating dust and debris all over your Franklin Lakes home.
Enlist the Help of an Air Purifier
An air purifier can help improve indoor air quality and offer some relief from seasonal and indoor allergies. For the greatest allergy control, look for an air purifier that filters out at least 95 percent of particles as small as .3 micron (a micron is one-thousandth of a millimeter). Regardless of whether allergies are an issue with any one in your home, filtering out pollutants is beneficial. The EPA has stated that the long-term effects of poor indoor air quality include potentially debilitating or deadly respiratory and heart diseases and cancer (https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/introduction-indoor-air-quality). A good air purifier, like the Lennox® PureAirTM, will remove 90 percent of germs and bacteria from your house—down to .01 micron.
Another way an air purifier can make your house more comfortable is by eliminating household odors. While not as severe as pollutants and germs, bad odors are usually unwelcome in people’s homes. Odors from things like pets, cooking, and sports gear can have it smell like your home is unclean. Cleaning your air with an air purifier is a healthier way to get rid of these odors than trying to mask them. Cleaning products, air sprays and scented candles can actually pollute your indoor air more. The right air purifier will end household odors, offering you clean, healthy air.
Control Humidity for Health
The EPA suggests maintaining your indoor relative humidity between 30 and 50 percent. When your air is too dry it can cause health problems like upper-respiratory issues, dry throat and nose, and itchy skin. Remember that viruses generally thrive in dry air, and dry air is known to intensify symptoms for allergy and asthma sufferers. And, chances are likely that your home’s air is too dry—the average heated home has a relative humidity between 13 and 16 percent throughout the cold season. That’s drier than the world’s driest deserts! So what can help?
A whole home humidifier can deliver up to 50 percent more humidity than portable humidifiers. Plus, you don’t have to constantly adjust most models—just program in your desired humidity and you’re done. Proper humidity levels will not only help keep you and your family in good health, but they can help guard your home from damages caused by dry airlike shrinking and cracking wood. What’s even better is that humid air feels warmer, so with a whole home humidifier on board, you could set your thermostat a little lower to save money without sacrificing comfort.
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[Editors Note: This article was written by Angela Mastrogiacomo.]
First of all, congrats on surviving another chaotic (but no doubt amazing, inspirational, and productive) SXSW!
Once you’ve had a chance to take a breather and recoup, odds are you’re going to feel pretty excited about following up with all your new connections. And while the follow-up email isn’t a bad start, there are many more ways to make sure you’re staying memorable while continuing to nurture and develop the relationships you’ve just made.
Follow up—but be memorable
It’s one thing to follow up with someone, it’s another to make sure they actually remember who you are. To give yourself a head start, try to make yourself memorable during the interaction in general, so that you have something to reference when you follow up a few days later.
For instance, maybe the person you’re talking to has really cool shoes that you comment on when you’re talking to them, and then in the email you say, “I’m the person who said how much I loved your bright orange shoes and those lime green laces!”
Or, reference something very specific you talked about, like your dog Bowie or their cat Speckles. Also, don’t be afraid to reference something specific about yourself. “I’m the girl with the pink tips in her hair” is how I used to identify myself.
Engage them on social media
It’s a no-brainer to follow the people you admire and want to connect with on their social media platforms, but take it a step further and actually engage with them in a meaningful way. There’s a sweet spot between commenting on every single thing they post (semi-creepy) and making sure they remember who you are by staying current and continuing to engage.
Just remember that: 1.) you want to actually engage, so that means commenting rather than just liking; 2.) you’re actually better off commenting and bonding over non-music related posts, as this helps you connect in a way that simply talking about career stuff won’t (this is also good general networking advice); and 3.) you want to make your comments worth reading and possibly open-ended for response.
So when someone posts a photo of their dog don’t just say “cute dog!” say “Cute dog! What’s its name/what breed/I wish my dog would wear a hot dog costume like that.”
The idea is to create a genuine connection, and to do that you need to have content and conversation that people actually want to engage with. Try to imagine the interaction as if it were in-person. If you said that to their face, would they have something to reply back with? If not, it’s back to the drawing board for you.
Make a spreadsheet
One of my go-to ways to keep track of all the people I meet is a spreadsheet that tells me who they are, what they do, and where they live, as well as their contact info and any notes. This is a really good way to remember to keep in touch with everyone, but it also allows opportunity for relationship building down the line.
For instance, if you get word that your friend Joe needs an upstart manager, you can go to your sheet and see if there’s anyone you can intro them to. It also means when you’re traveling you can refer to the spreadsheet and see who lives in the city you’re about to be in—a little one on one facetime might be just what you need to boost the relationship.
When I say keep in touch, I don’t mean follow up one time and then call it a day and hope they think of you in a year when they’re doing something awesome.
I mean actively keep up with their life and schedule some one on one time. Show them you’re invested in them by continually thinking of them, and yes, actually interacting with them. Sometimes even outside of social media (I KNOW. Wild.).
Especially for the people that you really hit it off with in person, or whose connection you really want to keep, it can require a little extra effort beyond the usual social media interactions. This means taking the time to reach out on a semi-consistent basis via email, phone, text, whatever it is they prefer, and see what they’re up to.
If there’s something you can do for them, do it. (i.e they’re a studio drummer in NYC and your friend just mentioned they’re looking to hire someone—introduce them). There’s also a lot of value in just staying connected, asking them what they’re working on, and supporting their endeavors. Stay connected, treat them like a friend, and watch how you grow together.
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Be Inspired to Step Into Your Calling and SHINE!
Do you ever wonder how you can fully step into your calling... to fully embody and become all of who you are by shining in the way you are gifted and made to shine? Today's guests are experts at recognizing and championing that star power in others. Rebecca will walk with Cathy Davis and Abram Siegel-Rivers. Cathy will share about her book, which is a tribute to one of this generation's greatest stars: Ruth Bader Ginsburg. There is much to inspire us as we reflect on her life! Abram will share his passion for helping others discover their gifts and use those gifts to shine their light on others. This episode will inspire you to bring yourself to a world desperately in need of you!
As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at the www.RHGTVnetwork.com or at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests can also be found online: Cathy at https://daviscreative.com and Abram at http://www.onedaymvmt.org.
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Top 10 Wedding Caterers in Jacksonville, FL (2021)
Planning a wedding can be time-consuming and stressful. For a smooth and relaxing experience, you need to ensure you have professionals for managing things on your behalf. When it comes to throwing an unforgettable wedding party, food is the most critical element.
At first glance, most couples don’t realize the stress that comes with preparing food. There are several things to look after to provide guests with delicious food, and a wedding caterer can help you prepare exquisite cuisines.
They are professionals and know how an event works. If your wedding venue is in Jacksonville and looking for a reliable wedding caterer there, check out this post. Here, we have created a list of famous wedding caterers in Jacksonville, Florida.
Best Wedding Caterers In Jacksonville
- Anthony's Gourmet Catering
- RSVP Caterers
- Designed Events
- Mai Oui! Catering and Event Planning
- A1 Catering
- The Chef's Garden Catering & Events
- Chef's Dinner Table
- Blue Sage Cuisine
- Well-Oiled Events
- Executive Food Service
Anthony’s Gourmet Catering is a premier, off-premise caterer in North Florida. They have been catering to the First Coast and the Metro Jacksonville area of Florida for years. They can make the difference between visioning a perfect ceremony and experiencing one. The ideas and professionalism of their chefs and servers ensure a remarkable experience. The team works with all couples to make their wedding an elegant and affordable occasion that they can cherish for life.
Address: 670 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073
Phone: (904) 264-1338
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RSVP Caterers is an off-premise catering company delivering its services in Jacksonville and surrounding areas. They are the best pick to create a genuinely distinctive, flavorful, and unforgettable wedding menu for you and your guests. Their professionals pride themselves on handling everything together, including delivering an exceptional quality level, close attention to detail, and more. With years of experience in catering, they use their knowledge of culinary excellence to help you plan a memorable event.
Address: 4837 Waller St, Jacksonville, FL 32254
Phone: (904) 387-4545
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Designed Events is a Jacksonville based premier business known for delivering catering, bartending, and event planning services. They understand that every couple’s dietary style and needs are different; that’s why they custom design all menus to meet clients’ needs, tastes, and budget. Be it lactose-free, nut-free, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, or organic, their chefs prepare dishes that can accommodate most dietary needs. Contact the team and let them make a custom menu for your wedding.
Address: 3823 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: (904) 396-3299
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Mai Oui! Catering & Event Planning is a catering leader in Jacksonville, specializing in weddings. They have the experience and resources to make your event memorable. The team specializes in creating custom wedding menus and delivering the best in taste and quality food. Their catering specialists will help you customize your menu and present it artfully to match your vision. If you want more information on their catering services, talk to their professionals today.
Address: 11657 Central Parkway, Suite 404, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone: (904) 997-1707
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A1 Catering is the top choice of people in Jacksonville for affordable catering solutions. Regardless of your wedding size, you can rely on the team for top-quality food and customer services. They offer a customized catering experience at an affordable rate to suit your needs and budget. If you want your guests to talk about your wedding for years to come, consider picking their full-service catering menu. Moreover, go through their catering options to choose the right one for you.
Address: 3546 Saint Johns Bluff rd South #202, Jacksonville, FL 33224
Phone: (904) 327-7496
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Chef’s Garden Catering & Events is a full-service, off-premise catering company that crafts from scratch to deliver impeccable food, drinks, and services. The team is passionate about offering innovative experiences that connect people through delectable cuisines and beverages. People value them not just for the food they serve but also for the services and experiences they offer. They treat each guest individually for a personalised experience.
Address: 3732 Mente Street, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: (904) 399-4449
Profile: The Chef's Garden Catering & Events
Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Chef’s Dinner Table is an exclusive catering service. The team’s goal is to cater at a new level to beat clients’ expectations. They understand the importance of taste, quality, oven-to-table, and presentation services. Their professionals will bring the restaurant to your event to deliver an exceptional experience. They know the value of your big day and take their time to create a custom menu. Contact the team of Chef’s Dinner Table today for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Address: 12124 Calumet Farm Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32258
Phone: (904) 484-6065
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Blue Sage Cuisine is an award-winning catering stop in Jacksonville, FL. They have been delivering fresh, local, and flavorful dishes in and around the city for years. They provide a wide variety of foods, including organic and local produce, wild-caught seafood, and free-range meat, to meet couples’ demands. Everything they prepare and present at your wedding is scratch-made, preservative-free, and locally sourced. Their goal is to provide you and your guests with fresh and bold flavors in every bite you have. Hire them today to enjoy their full-service catering services.
Address: 1320 Cesery Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32211
Phone: (904) 513-8938
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Well-Oiled Events is one of the leading catering companies in the Northeast Florida area. This company is owned and operated by 3 hospitality professionals. They are passionate about creating unique, delicious culinary experiences for weddings. With their top-notch catering approach, they are continually delivering delectable food and exclusive services to all their clients with a creative touch. Go through their menu to see what they are offering for special events.
Address: Jacksonville, FL
Phone: (904) 515-5071
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Executive Food Service Catering is a mobile off-site catering service proudly serving the First Coast area of Florida, including Jacksonville, Palm Coast, and beyond. The professionals at Executive Food Service Catering can provide you with complete customization of your wedding menu. They work with you in person to meet your preferred expectations in regards to your taste, style, and budget. Whatever your vision, they offer family-style, plated, and buffet menus to fulfill different couples’ desires.
Address: 3800 St Johns Bluff Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone: (904) 403-9932
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Electricity is a pretty dangerous thing however we all have lots of it coursing through our homes and we use it perfectly safely. This is because of several design features built into our homes that alert us to faults and protect us from their effects. Essential parts of this safety system include the plug, the fuse, the main switch the fuse box and in modern properties, Residual current devices (RCD). You need to understand what each of these things does, how it should work and what possible sign are danger are.
We will be writing a series on domestic electricity that will cover each of these areas. Initially you need to know a bit about what electricity is, how it travels and what the dangers are – so read on.
Electricity provides a way to transfer the energy generated in power stations to the appliances in our homes. These appliances use power in different ways; hi-fi’s use it to vibrate speakers, washing machines use it to turn their drum and ovens to heat their elements.
Electricity can only travel through some materials – mainly metals. In the center of all those plastic power cables is a metal core, usually copper which the electricity can travel along.
Electricity can not travel through plastic and rubber so it is used as a barrier to stop electricity flowing where we do not want it to. That is why power cables are coated with plastic or rubber.
We say that an item is ‘live’ if electricity is passing through it and a live item is potentially dangerous. If you unplug an item it will not be live. If you turn off a plug socket anything connected to it will not be live. But if you turn off a power button on a device parts of it can still be live.
Electricity can travel through water and our bodies. If it passes into our bodies it gives us an electric shock. The severity of the shock depends on how much electrical current is flowing. Mild shocks will just feel fuzzy or warm, severe shocks can cause heart problems, burns and death. Mains electricity (the electricity passing around our homes) is powerful enough to cause serious injury and death.
So how might we get a shock?
1. Sticking a metal object into an appliance. Ever stuck a knife in a toaster or a screwdriver into something? If you hit a metal part of an appliance with a metal object the electric current can flow straight into your hand. NEVER WORK ON AN APPLIANCE THAT IS PLUGGED IN, THAT INCLUDES YOUR TOASTER. If you really can’t be bothered to unplug your toaster before you try to get the bread out – use a plastic or wooden implement not a metal one.
2. Errors in the appliances can cause internal parts to move and wires to come loose. This can make parts of the appliance live that you would not expect – like the metal case. That means just touching your appliance could give you a shock. If you experience a shock or a strange warm static sensation when touching an appliance it is likely it has a fault and you should un-plug it and get it checked out immediately. Note that the fuse in a plug and earth wire (see later), if properly fitted, should protect you from a dangerous shock.
3. Dropping an electrical item into water. Electricity travels through water really easily – if you drop an electrical item that is plugged in into water the current will flow into the water and anyone who has their hand or body in the water. For the same reason plugging in and moving live appliances with wet hands is dangerous.
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The launch lineup of the Wii U had left me feeling a little dry on the retail side of things, and in the days leading up to the system launch, my attention quickly turned to the eShop. I had not been following the eShop release schedule very closely, so it came as a bit of a warm surprise to see that so many eShop games were going to be available on day one. Chasing Aurora is one of the five Wii U eShop launch titles, and it had somehow managed to completely slip under my radar until the very last minute. When I learned that it was the next game by Broken Rules, developer of one of my niche WiiWare favorites And Yet It Moves, I was sold. It didn’t hurt that it was a game about flight starring a birdlike race of people. That’s just plain cool.
One of the first things that you will notice upon starting up Chasing Aurora is the unique art style, which is both polygonal and beautiful. A large part of the allure of the art comes from the environments, which range from a fresh spring valley populated by evergreens to a gusty, ice-topped mountain surrounded by mist. Chasing Aurora is certainly pleasant on the eyes, and it reconfirms my belief that, although they may lack the raw tech of the big dogs, indie developers are generally the ones to look to for the most unique and creative art styles.
Bird-people. They’re like normal people, except also birds, and therefore infinitely superior.
The music isn’t bad either, although it mostly works in the background, putting the focus more on the mood created by the outdoorsy sound effects. I’d comment on the story, but there really is none. No context is given whatsoever for who these birdlike people are beyond their names, and why they partake in these games is left a mystery.
The controls are also commendable. On the GamePad, you move your bird-person (birdson?) around with the analog stick or digital pad, pressing the A button to flap your wings, while the R or ZR button will tuck your wings so you can dive quicker. The Wii remote utilizes a similarly simple control scheme. And that’s it, no extraneous actions are thrown in, just pure, unbridled flight controls. However, don’t expect to just spam buttons and fly around willy-nilly. Chasing Aurora is very much a physics-based game, and it requires you to master the rhythm of flight, which has a small, but noticeable learning curve involved. When you do get it down, however, it can feel glorious, and it pretty fairly imitates what birds must feel while flying free. Or so I imagine. Unfortunately, I’m not a bird, so I will never really know.
Everything sounds pretty good so far, no? But there is a catch. Between the excellent presentation values and the sublime controls and physics, Chasing Aurora definitely has the core of a great game inside of it, and all that it needed was the content to back it up. Unfortunately, content is where Chasing Aurora falls short. It’s not that the gameplay is bad, on the contrary, it’s actually pretty fun when you dig into it. There just simply isn’t that much of it.
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I’ll start with the three multiplayer modes (all of which can be played with up to five players using the GamePad and four Wii remotes), which are really the meat of Chasing Aurora.
Hide & Seek has the player with the GamePad trying to “hide” from the players on the TV (split-screen) for 90 seconds. If the TV players are getting close, the GamePad player will see an arrow on the GamePad screen indicating the direction from which they are approaching, allowing him or her to flee. If the TV players manage to get close enough, however, they will see arrows on the TV pointing them in the direction of the player who is hiding, and can give chase. If a TV player can tag the GamePad player they will steal their “gem”, and if they can keep this away from the GamePad player for a short amount of time the game is over and the TV players have won. This is probably my least favorite of the modes; all too often (whatever my role) I found myself flying around aimlessly a bit too much until I happened to stumble upon someone, and it is possible to go entire matches without being a part of the (constantly moving) action.
Freeze reverses the roles and puts the GamePad player on the attack, in the form of an ice bird that can freeze the other players if touched. If the GamePad player can freeze all of the TV players before 60 seconds is up, the GamePad player is declared victorious; otherwise, the TV players win. TV players can unfreeze their frozen companions, but everyone must stay on the same screen together (no split-screen here) so it requires some coordination to avoid the dreaded ice bird. This mode is not bad, and trying to unfreeze your friends while avoiding the ice bird can be pretty intense at times.
Finally, Chase is the only non-asymmetrical multiplayer game of the three, pitting all of the players against each other in a battle for control of a single gem; whoever has the gem controls the camera (again, no split-screen), and must then attempt to leave the others behind (to steal the gem, simply bump into the player who has it.) If a player is stuck off-screen for too long, they lose a heart; if they lose three hearts, they’re out of the game. This continues until only a single player remains, and victory is declared. Chase is probably my favorite of the three multiplayer modes, and my experience with it was pure chaotic fun, including lots of quick dives by the gem-holder and everyone else scrambling to keep up.
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All three of these multiplayer modes are played through various “tournaments”, which can range from a single match to five matches, contain matches of a single mode, or a mix, and take place across several different stages. There are many tournaments to choose from with a fair amount of variety, and even a random tournament generator, yet inexplicably there is no way to simply create your own tournament with exactly the match count, modes, and stages that you want. At the end of each tournament, whoever has the most points is declared the champion. You can earn points in these tournaments not just by winning, but also by how well you played the match; for instance, if you manage to be the one to steal the gem from the GamePad player in Hide & Seek, you will get more points than the other TV players, even though your “team” worked together (in theory) for the win.
These three multiplayer modes can definitely make for an enjoyable session with people over, but if you are home alone and want to play any of the tournaments, you are out of luck. Chasing Aurora has no online and no bots to play against; you simply cannot play multiplayer without other people in the room.
There is also a sole single player challenge mode in Chasing Aurora, but it is pretty negligible. In this mode you will be racing through short “trails” set up within the various environments, trying to complete as many laps as you can before the timer runs out, and I stress the word short; most trails will take you about 5 to 15 seconds per lap. This feels like a bit of a missed opportunity, as the flying mechanics really shine when they utilize the freedom of the wide open areas, while this mode feels very constrained, and flying lap after lap quickly becomes repetitive. I’m sure some gamers will find some enjoyment in polishing their skills and beating their best times, but most will tire of this mode quickly. Supposedly online leaderboards are being patched in to add a bit of longevity, but when the mode itself is lacking, does that really add much?
Why are we lowly human beings chained to this god-forsaken rock? I want to be freeeeee!
Speaking of the stages, there aren’t a ton of them, but there are an adequate amount to keep you occupied, and they feel varied enough. Many stages also include environmental effects that can mix things up, including wind drafts, falling rocks, fog, lightning and more. This creates an interesting mechanic where at any given moment you are battling both the other players and the environment. In one of our Negative World Chase sessions, there was a particularly hilarious moment where Anand kept getting struck by lightning, causing him to lose the gem several times in a row just as he was about to win. Chasing Aurora took it to him, Chicago style!
In the end, Chasing Aurora is a case of a clearly talented developer falling a bit short. The style, presentation, controls and physics are all top-notch for a digital download (I definitely wouldn’t mind seeing this engine return), and the gameplay that exists isn’t half bad either. However, there simply isn’t enough content to keep you busy for long, especially at the $15 asking price. If you’re getting tired of the chase games in Nintendo Land and really need another offline multiplayer game, Chasing Aurora has some neat modes and might scratch your itch for a bit... if only a bit. Otherwise, you may be better off waiting till this one drops in price.
Sadly we have no reason to believe games like this will ever drop in price, right? That's one of the main reasons I stick to Steam for almost all my digital downloads. Off TV play would be really nice for some of these games, but not worth $10 or more which is what it often comes down to.
And Wii U exclusives like this (I think?) need to really sell me on their concept if they're going to be locked at $15 forever. Hard to compete against games that I know will come down in price at some point.
@Jargon Warerare already said it, but yeah, apparently developers can set their own prices and drop prices whenever they want now, so I expect to see a lot more sales on the Wii U eShop than we ever saw on WiiWare. In fact, I'd be a bit surprised if Chasing Aurora survives that long at $15 outside of the launch window.
I also suspect that asymmetrical chase collections are going to be the new sports collections, so I think there will be a lot of competition in the near future.
@warerare Trine 2 is on sale already in Europe!? Dang.
It is 20% off until 31st December. They have mentioned on NeoGAF that they are looking into implementing a Holiday Sale before the year is out in the US but are nervous of pissing people off who already bought it at full price. Its also worth noting that the patch is due out soon that will improve the graphics, add voice chat for online play and add Pro Controller support.
I would probably pick up Chasing Aurora at a reduced price as I can't see my friends enjoying this as much as something like Nintendo Land. If it had a meater single player component I may have been more tempted to pick it up early.
I came into this game kind of doubtful, but, I have to say, if you can find some folks willing to give it a chance, the multiplayer is a hell of a lot of screamtastic fun, if limited in scope and content. In that way, it almost feels like a really good multiplayer mini-game in Nintendo Land. Hide and Seek kind of sucked, but the other two modes were great. The rules were so simple, but the matches were still super-dynamic.
While we played Nintendo Land and Chasing Aurora, Zero and I were discussing how much mileage Nintendo was getting out of hide-and-seek. I joked that in the future, Nintendo should make, like, running bases and freeze tag mini-games. And then Chasing Aurora had a freeze tag mini-game!! AND keep-away (which actually kind of played like multiplayer Micro Machines)!!
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