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Experience & Professionalism For more than 20 years, CM Counsel has continued to provided quality, compassionate counseling, therapy, and mental health treatment to the Greater Philadelphia area. Our staff of licensed psychologists, social workers, counselors, therapists, nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists are highly qualified to help you or your family effectively address and resolve any obstacles to your emotional well-being, mental health, and peace of mind. CM Counsel's mental health centers specialize in providing individual and family therapy and other behavioral health services as well as psychiatric assessment and medication management. From childrens therapy, anxiety treatments, and chronic pain support groups, to CBT, grief counseling, and other mental health services, our psychiatric health team has the skill and expertise necessary to provide you with the highest standard of care. As providers of Pennsylvania's best psychiatry services, our team of behavior healthcare professionals have the experience and training needed to treat adults, children, youths, adolescents, teenagers, families, and couples. We understand the importance of being able to find qualified therapists that take insurance. As such, our clinicians are in-network providers for most major health insurance plans. Our Therapeutic Approach CM Counsel's therapeutic approach is holistic and comprehensive. Our goal is to provide individualized treatment that specifically addresses your needs. Our psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, social workers, and other mental healthcare professionals work with you to develop the skills necessary to cope with difficulties now and in the future. If you're looking to find a therapist who can help get you the psychiatric care that you need, give CM Counsel a call today. Online Therapy Services CM Counsel is pleased to offer telehealth sessions for existing and new clients during the COVID-19 outbreak. The health and well-being of our clients and staff is of primary importance. Online counseling sessions allow for continuity of care while practicing social distancing and preventing the spread of infection. If you are interested in scheduling a virtual therapist appointment using a HIPAA-compliant platform, please contact our psychiatry and behavioral health clinic today. Scheduling a Virtual Appointment All online therapy appointments are conducted via a HIPAA-compliant platform. Our Behavioral Health Centers King of Prussia For clients visiting the office on evenings or weekends, please use the code *2626 (*CMCM) to enter the building.

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Here’s our guide for employers on managing pregnant employees and those on maternity, shared parental and adoption leave during the Coronavirus pandemic. Undoubtedly March 2020 will have been one of the most testing and challenging times for employers as they navigate a response to the Coronavirus outbreak in the UK. To repeat an often-heard phrase, if life currently feels like normal, you’re not doing enough to respond to this unprecedented global crisis – this applies at both a personal level and organisational level. As an employer, whether you are a business owner, organisational leader or HR professional, you will have likely taken some, if not all, of the following actions: - Introduced or increased home workers - Closed down parts of your operation - Refocused resources on essential work - Introduced social distancing measures for those people who can’t work from home - Furloughed some or all of your employees - Created contingency plans for managing a higher level of sickness absence than usual - Taken additional measures to support employees in the most vulnerable categories (who are required to shield themselves for a minimum 12-week period), parents to accommodate childcare/home schooling and pregnant employees. Employees who are pregnant are facing a particularly challenging time at the moment as they have been placed in the vulnerable category by the UK government. Whilst it is believed that the risks to pregnant women and their babies posed by coronavirus is minimal, the government are taking additional precautionary measures as there’s a lack of robust evidence at this stage in the pandemic’s development. We have created this as guidance in managing pregnant employees and those employees who are already on maternity, shared parental and adoption leave. Government advice for pregnant women The UK government have set out categories of vulnerable people in the fight to protect people from the impact of COVID-19, including pregnant women. At the time of writing the government’s advice for pregnant women is to exercise social distancing practices, specifically: - If an employee is pregnant and in their first and second trimester, they should follow the social distancing practices issued to the general population. - If an employee is pregnant and in their third trimester (after 28 weeks’ gestation) they should follow the advice stringently. - If an employee is pregnant and in their first and second trimester with underlying health conditions, they should also follow the advice stringently. - Employees who are pregnant with significant heart disease have been advised to shield themselves at home . The government’s advice is changing almost daily in response to the evolving situation. The latest guidance is available from the Gov.UK website. Taking care of your pregnant employees and their unborn babies As an employer you have a legal duty under the Health & Safety Regulations 1999 to conduct risk assessments and take necessary actions to remove risks or provide alternative arrangements. HSE provide a useful flow-chart to determine actions. Continuing to work in an environment where pregnant employees cannot be protected from the coronavirus, as well as the social distancing measures introduced by the government, will contravene the law. If alternative working arrangements can be provided, such as working from home, employees will be expected to continue working until the start of their maternity leave. If alternative working arrangements cannot be accommodated, employees should be suspended on full pay until maternity leave starts or the measures removed. Pregnant employees can be furloughed along with other employees as per the government’s Job Retention Scheme. However, pregnancy alone should not be the reason for being furloughed as this will contravene the Equality Act 2010. During this time your employees will continue to be entitled to paid time-off work for attending their ante-natal appointments. The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Royal College of Midwives and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, with input from the Royal College of Anaesthetists, the Obstetric Anaesthetists’ Association, Public Health England and Health Protection Scotland have provided guidance to healthcare professionals for the care of pregnant women and have also produced these Q&As for pregnant women and their families. Pregnant employees will continue to have four main legal rights whilst the coronavirus pandemic continues: - paid time off for ante-natal care - maternity leave - maternity pay or maternity allowance - protection against unfair treatment, discrimination or dismissal. If you contravene these legal rights, you are open to being taken to an employment tribunal for claims that you’ve not followed your legal obligations as an employer. During the coronavirus outbreak, employers have had to respond rapidly to changing circumstances and advice. In lots of cases very quick changes have been made to your workforce and operations. Pregnant employees should not experience any detriment due to being pregnant, whilst ensuring they are able to follow the specific advice from the government with regards to protecting themselves and their unborn baby at this time. Confirming your pregnant employee’s current employment situation It’s important to take action for all pregnant employees at this time to ensure they are being taken care of as per your Maternity policy as well as the latest government guidelines, including making provisions for any newly confirmed pregnant employees as they get notified. We recommend one person within the organisation being given responsibility for overseeing these employees and their employment situation during this time, reviewing every situation on a case by case basis. Here are the main scenarios: |Current employment situation Continuity of employment. Maternity Policy will continue to be applicable to your employees. Maternity pay and benefits as per the Maternity Policy, including the right to return to work following maternity leave. If a pregnant employee is unable to work due to needing to isolate or being unwell (including coronavirus), this will be in accordance with your Sickness Absence Policy. Staying in contact with your pregnant employees It’s important to maintain regular contact with your pregnant employees during this time. They are likely to have heightened levels of anxiety and concerns about the health risks associated with the COVID-19, their employment continuity and the general situation at a time when they should be focusing on welcoming a new member of the family. If their regular line manager is unable to maintain contact, make sure that each employee has a named contact within the organisation who is taking responsibility for them at this time. Provide regular opportunities to speak to pregnant employees with you, or their named contact, ensuring they have an opportunity to raise and have answered any questions or concerns. Ensure that the usual process is followed (or adapted as appropriate) to confirm receipt of MAT B1certification, acknowledge start date for maternity leave and processing for payroll purposes. If you have numerous pregnant employees, consider organising group calls or videoconferences at this time to enable you to communicate general updates more effectively. However, these shouldn’t replace individual contact. If you have the facility, provide an online social networking opportunity for your pregnant employees so that they can support each other at this time. Maternity coaching is provided for pregnant employees of most leading organisations to aid retention and enable smooth transitions. If you don’t have this support set up within your organisation, this might be an ideal time to introduce an external coaching service, especially to support your most vulnerable employees. Talk to us about our cost-effective options for Family Care Leave support services. Clearly, we are in exceptional times with the coronavirus outbreak, causing lots of uncertainty around future employment and what our new ‘normal’ life will be like once the pandemic is over. Keeping in regular contact with your pregnant employees, as well as ensuring they receive all general organisational announcements, will help the individuals follow what’s going on, feeling included, valued and taken care of at this critical time. This is likely to pay-off in terms of longer-term engagement and contribution to your organisation. Managing employees currently on family-related care leave You are likely to have employees who are currently on maternity, shared parental and/or adoption leave. It is important to keep in regular ongoing contact with them (without bombarding them with too much information) to ensure they are aware of temporary changes within your organisation and how these might impact their return to work, depending on when their leave is due to end. They are likely to be concerned about their own employment continuity, what is happening to their job role in the short term, the plight of their work colleagues and the longer-term trajectory for your organisation. Provide reassurance and information where you can. Look at opportunities for preparing your employees for their return to work, such as using Keeping In Touch days for joining online organisational meetings or training opportunities that can be safely completed remotely. Employees on leave working for a team or department which has been furloughed will also need to be formally notified and included in further communications to furloughed employees. Be mindful of employees due to be returning from leave during the coronavirus outbreak. They are unlikely to have childcare arrangements in place due to the forced closure of nurseries (unless they are entitled to the provision of childcare as a key worker) and social isolation measures. Each family will need to make its own work-around arrangements where possible. Alternatively consider informally adapting the employee’s working arrangements, extending the period of leave or apply other principles introduced for working parents within your organisation. Testing times measuring the strength of your organisational values The coronavirus pandemic is challenging every organisation and every family throughout the country and beyond. Employers have had to make quick changes and decisions adapting to a rapidly developing situation as well as future uncertainty. When the virus has been brought under control and we find our new normal way of living and working, people will remember how they were treated during the coronavirus crisis for a long time to come. During this time of crisis, are you able to stick to your organisational values and the general principles of being a good employer? In the words of Maya Angelou, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Don’t leave out the pregnant employees and those taking family-related extended leave. Remember their personal vulnerability at this time, whilst focusing on the hope they will become the experienced contributors and leaders your organisation needs to succeed going forward. Through our Family Care Leave support services, we are experienced in supporting parents-to-be as they prepare for their maternity and paternity leave to start; enabling smooth transitions from work commitments to new family responsibilities and back again at the end of the period of leave. These services form part of our retention services as we help employers attract, retain and develop gender-balanced teams for organisational success. To find out more contact firstname.lastname@example.org to explore how we can help your organisation.

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What are Prepaid Expenses? Prepaid Expenses represent all the payments made for expenses not immediately recognized on the income statement. Common examples of prepaid expenses include prepaid rent, insurance and interest. Prepaid expenses represent cash that has been paid out, as opposed to other current assets, such as receivables, where cash is expected to be received. What do Prepaid Expenses include? - Any prepaid expenses arising from ordinary business courses, - Prepaid insurance; - Prepaid rent; and - Prepaid taxes.

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An individual’s immigration status refers to their legal authorization to live and work in the United States, such as Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR), asylum seeker refugee, and diversity immigrant. What do you need to consider about نتایج لاتاری. Researchers have developed various measures to identify undocumented people. These include self-reports, possession of documents, and different other characteristics. U.S. immigration law offers five family preference categories to those seeking to immigrate based on their relationship with an American citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder). Each year, a limited supply of visas is allocated within each category; when demand outpaces supply, a backlog may arise and be placed on a waiting list determined by when Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, was submitted with USCIS. Close family members of U.S. citizens and LPRs, such as spouses and children under 21, do not need to wait on family preference categories for visas; however, other family members may have to do so due to limited visa availability each year; visas will be awarded based on priority dates assigned by petitioners to each petitioner/relative combination. When immigrating under the first preference category and before becoming lawful permanent residents, their age will be frozen under the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA). This allows their application to move faster through processing in their category or the entire process – something which is particularly helpful in cases of complex immigration where sponsor visa petitions have been pending for many years, though age freezes could mean waiting decades before family members receive their green cards. Every year, approximately 140,000 employment-based visas are made available for individuals looking to reside and work permanently in the U.S. These visas are divided among five preference categories with their numerical caps, and people who qualify can immigrate by having an employer submit a petition on their behalf for immigration to America. In this category are individuals of extraordinary talent in arts, science, or business; outstanding professors and researchers; multinational executives/managers; and certain other professionals. Second preference should be accorded to professionals holding advanced degrees who wish to work in their area of specialization. The third priority includes skilled workers with bachelor’s degrees who can fill positions requiring minimal skills or those occupying shortage occupations in the U.S. The Fourth priority goes to those who can show they will add value to the economy of the United States through job creation or investment in new commercial enterprises. As visas in each preference category are strictly capped and many categories are heavily oversubscribed, waiting times can become lengthy. Once a preference category reaches capacity, all approved petitions placed into it are put on hold until an opening becomes available – those seeking immigration through this method must be prepared to wait several years until their priority date arrives. Refugees are people who have fled their countries due to persecution, war, or dangerous situations. Each year, the United States allows an annual allocation of refugees for resettlement – some sponsored by the family, employers, or state sponsorship programs, while others go through state sponsorship. Before being given lawful permanent resident (LPR) status – also known as green card status – refugees and asylees become LPRs one year after arriving or being granted asylum status; spouses or children of refugees admitted can obtain derivative LPR status. Refugees can be resettled in any of the 49 United States, although certain states tend to receive more. Texas, California, New York, and Kentucky typically accept the highest refugee counts each year. Furthermore, some refugees receive Temporary Protected Status designation as they come from countries considered unsafe to return. People living as refugees, asylum seekers, or migrants often feel that their legal status doesn’t wholly encompass who they are as individuals and personalities. A refugee’s legal standing might label him as such, while his true identity could include being a teacher, doctor, artist, or passionate football fan. Naturalization is the process by which noncitizens become U.S. citizens, satisfying specific naturalization requirements in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Citizenship eligibility may depend upon family preference em, employment-based preferences, or special naturalization provisions. Nonimmigrants are foreign nationals seeking temporary admission to the United States under one of the classes outlined by the Immigration and Nationality Act. Examples of nonimmigrant admission classes include foreign government officials, visitors for business or pleasure, aliens in transit, treaty traders and investors, academic and vocational students, exchange visitors, intracompany transferees, and fiance(e)s of U.S. citizens. Nonimmigrants must demonstrate that they have established permanent residency abroad and intend to return when their period of admission concludes. A visa officer may deny a nonimmigrant visa if it appears unclear what their intentions are or there are insufficient family or employment-related ties in the U.S.; USCIS offers fee waivers in certain forms and benefits for individuals unable to pay filing fees, with decisions being based upon individual case circumstances and merit-based evaluations. Read also: Exploring Slot88 Online: A Gaming Adventure.

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How to Edit The Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center freely Online Start on editing, signing and sharing your Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center online following these easy steps: - Click on the Get Form or Get Form Now button on the current page to direct to the PDF editor. - Give it a little time before the Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center is loaded - Use the tools in the top toolbar to edit the file, and the change will be saved automatically - Download your edited file. The best-reviewed Tool to Edit and Sign the Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center A simple guide on editing Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center Online It has become really simple just recently to edit your PDF files online, and CocoDoc is the best tool you have ever seen to make a series of changes to your file and save it. Follow our simple tutorial to start! - Click the Get Form or Get Form Now button on the current page to start modifying your PDF - Create or modify your content using the editing tools on the tool pane on the top. - Affter changing your content, put the date on and create a signature to complete it perfectly. - Go over it agian your form before you click and download it How to add a signature on your Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center Though most people are accustomed to signing paper documents with a pen, electronic signatures are becoming more regular, follow these steps to sign PDF! - Click the Get Form or Get Form Now button to begin editing on Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center in CocoDoc PDF editor. - Click on Sign in the tools pane on the top - A popup will open, click Add new signature button and you'll be given three choices—Type, Draw, and Upload. Once you're done, click the Save button. - Drag, resize and position the signature inside your PDF file How to add a textbox on your Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center If you have the need to add a text box on your PDF in order to customize your special content, follow the guide to carry it out. - Open the PDF file in CocoDoc PDF editor. - Click Text Box on the top toolbar and move your mouse to drag it wherever you want to put it. - Write down the text you need to insert. After you’ve input the text, you can take full use of the text editing tools to resize, color or bold the text. - When you're done, click OK to save it. If you’re not satisfied with the text, click on the trash can icon to delete it and start again. A simple guide to Edit Your Anmeldung Antrag Auf Zulassung - Postgraduate Center on G Suite If you are finding a solution for PDF editing on G suite, CocoDoc PDF editor is a commendable tool that can be used directly from Google Drive to create or edit files. - Find CocoDoc PDF editor and set up the add-on for google drive. - Right-click on a PDF file in your Google Drive and choose Open With. - Select CocoDoc PDF on the popup list to open your file with and give CocoDoc access to your google account. - Edit PDF documents, adding text, images, editing existing text, highlight important part, trim up the text in CocoDoc PDF editor before saving and downloading it.

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In this episode, we are wrapping up Season 2 of the CoCreate Work Podcast with a quick recap of our favorite episodes and a preview of what to expect when we return in September with Season 3. Thank you so much to our amazing guests this season; Jadah Sellner, Caroline Sumners, Jen Dys, and Chrissie and Eliyah of Data Driven Rebel. If you haven’t listened to these guest episodes, August is a perfect time to get caught up! We look forward to returning for season 3 where we will be talking more about the future of work, growing through a shifting landscape, and more! Thank you so much for joining us this season. If you would like to stay up-to-date with what we are doing while you wait for our return, you can still catch us all the places below!

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§8-22A-18. Awards and benefits for disability — due to other causes; exception during early period. (a) Except as provided in §8-22A-9(a) of this code, any municipal police officer or municipal firefighter with 10 or more years of contributory service who, after the effective date of this article and during covered employment: (1) Has been or becomes totally disabled from any cause other than those set forth in §8-22A-17 of this code and not due to vicious habits, intemperance or willful misconduct on his or her part; and (2) in the opinion of two physicians after medical examination, at least one of whom shall be named by the board, he or she is by reason of the disability not only unable to perform his or her previous work as a police officer or firefighter but also cannot, considering his or her age, education and work experience, engage in any other kind of substantial gainful employment which exists in the state regardless of whether: (A) The work exists in the immediate area in which the member lives; (B) a specific job vacancy exists; or (C) the member would be hired if he or she applied for work, is entitled to receive and shall be paid from the fund in monthly installments during the lifetime of the member or, if sooner, until the member attains normal retirement age or until the disability sooner terminates, the compensation set forth in, either subsection (b) or (c) of this section. (b) If the member is totally disabled, he or she shall receive 66 and two-thirds percent of his or her average monthly compensation for months in which full compensation was received for the 12-month contributory period preceding the disability. (c) If the member remains totally disabled until attaining 60 years of age, then the member shall receive the retirement benefit provided in §8-22A-14 and §8-22A-15 of this code. (d) The disability benefit payments will begin the first day of the month following termination of employment and receipt of the disability retirement application by the Consolidated Public Retirement Board.

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I wrote a solution to 525E that works... just not on Codeforces. It produces correct output both on my machine and on Ideone, but prints something different on Codeforces. Here is the submission: http://codeforces.com/contest/525/submission/11007405 And the Ideone test: http://ideone.com/IMONbz My guess would be out-of-bounds memory access, but I can't find that anywhere... could somebody please help me? Thank you for the replies! It was indeed caused by pow. Didn't expect to it to produce floating point numbers even when fed integers. A lesson learned, I guess. Sometimes I wish for Haskell's ^ (yes, I know it's XOR in c++). The new submission: http://codeforces.com/contest/525/submission/11008141

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Assistant professor named to UGA's Diversity Advisory Council Usree Bhattacharya, an assistant professor in the department of language and literacy education, was recently selected to join the University of Georgia's Diversity Advisory Council to increase inclusive excellence on campus. Formed in 2014, the council serves as a broad-based advisory group committed to providing a welcoming campus culture and fostering living, learning and working environments supportive of the differences and similarities of all people. Additionally, the council—which consists of faculty, staff and administrators—advises UGA's vice provost for diversity and inclusion and strategic university initiatives on developing and implementing new ideas to increase the awareness and value of diversity at the University. "I would like to help contribute towards a more inclusive environment at UGA," said Bhattacharya, who will serve on the council for three years. "I will bring my experiences as someone who has traversed many international, linguistic and cultural boundaries in my professional and personal life." While Bhattacharya believes the sense of community at UGA is strong, she is excited to enhance inclusion, access and diversity efforts by working with the council to highlight and center discussions across the University. Inspired by multilingual educational contexts, questions of access, equity and inclusion in language education are all central elements of Bhattacharya's research. "More recently, since my toddler's diagnosis of Rett Syndrome, I have started attending closely to issues of disability within my research," she said. "These issues intersect powerfully with the principle goals of the council, which strives towards 'inclusive excellence.'"

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Reformatio in Nummis: A special exhibition of Protestant Reformation Coins and Medals at the Wartburg, organized by Fritz Rudolf Künker By Elisabeth Doerk for CoinWeek…. The prestigious premises of the Wartburg were the location where an exhibition of a special kind was opened on Sunday, 4 May. More than 100 coins and medals covering 500 years of reformation provided an insight into the history of Protestantism and the world of numismatics in an entertaining way. The date of the opening wasn’t chosen randomly but with care: it coincided with the anniversary of Luther arriving at the Wartburg in 1521. Thus, the special exhibition takes one of the important sites of events up since it, too, begins with an exhibit from 1521 depicting the reformer from Wittenberg. The festive opening was celebrated in the ceremonial hall of the Wartburg. Welcoming speeches were held by Burghauptmann (Castle Captain) Günther Schuchardt, Special Envoy of the Evangelical Church in Germany for the 2017 Reformation Jubilee 2017, Prof Dr Dr h.c. Margot Käßmann, Chairperson and Director of the Luther Memorials Foundation of Saxony-Anhalt, Dr Stefan Rhein, as well as initiator and sponsor of the exhibition, Fritz Rudolf Künker. Afterwards, curator Elisabeth Doerk gave a small tour through the exhibition. The accompanying musical program, Beethoven’s “Rage over a Lost Penny” likewise touched upon a numismatic topic. Roughly 100 visitors attended the festivity and celebrated the latest exhibition with a reception held in the Wartburg café afterwards. Not only to Martin Luther but to his contemporaries in general dealing with money, with interests and commerce were subjects of hot discussions. Due to deflation trends, people were more and more at a loss as to what their money was actually worth. Officially fixed exchange rates between the single denominations were ignored by the tradesmen, and he who wanted to pay with small coins was charged an additional fee. In addition, the minting authorities aimed at further diminishing the coins’ fineness. Whereas the coins more and more ceased to serve as universal means of payment and value storage, another function of the coins gained in importance: conveying contents. Emperors and popes, secular and cleric rulers had had their mottos depicted on coins for centuries and used this medium for the representation of their power. The Protestant princes likewise used coins to propagate their Protestant faith on a broad scale. In contrast to the inscriptions and depictions on coins that tended to stick to conventions to a greater extent, the depictions on medals, which served representational purposes and were given away as donatives, were much more straightforward. Since the middle of the 15th century, a new medium had come into being that was called schauthaler or, in modern language, medal. Originating from Italy where the painter Antonio Pisanello had created the very first portrait medal of a contemporary ruler, the art of designing medals also spread to the regions located north of the Alps. The free imperial cities of Nuremberg and Augsburg in particular became centers of the art of designing medals in the 16th century. The pieces enjoyed great popularity in the entire empire in the eras to come. Princes, but likewise wealthy patricians, scholars and merchants had themselves depicted on medals. The expensive medals, however, were not for everyone to see. The specimens that had been commissioned by princes or privateers were manufactured only in small amounts and were for the most part presented as donatives to other princes, diplomats or, in a more private sphere, to friends. A baker, a peasant or a maidservant surely weren’t the ones this medium intended to address. In educated circles, on the other hand, the medals were much more sought-after. The reformer Philipp Melanchthon, for example, was a systematic collector of both ancient and contemporary medals. The special exhibition “Reformatio in Nummis” presents a broad spectrum of coins and medals connected with the Reformation and its leading characters. “Reformation coins” and “Reformation medals” are by no means restricted to the 16th century. Thousands of different coins and medals address the Reformation and its repercussions, portray historical figures that had an impact on the course of the Reformation and refer to events that went down in the common historical knowledge. Including the jubilee and remembrance festivities on the occasion of Luther’s posting of his theses and the Augsburg Confession, the field of coins and medals on the Reformation reaches as far as the present. A particular treat of the exhibition is the Martin Luther Medal of the Evangelical Church in Germany. With the aid of several medal design drafts and intermediate steps the manufacturing process of a piece can be reconstructed until the medal is finally finished. Personal comments provided by the artist Anna Franziska Schwarzbach invite to re-discover the medal as an artistic genre likewise of the present. Auction house Fritz Rudolf Künker initiated and sponsored this exhibition to grab the chance to realize a numismatic presentation at a site that is visited by almost 350,000 tourists every year. Ulrich Künker says: “If we succeed in showing, even to just a fraction of the visitors, how colorful and inspiring dealing with coins can be then our investment in this project was more than worth it.” “Reformatio in Nummis – Luther and the Reformation on Coins and Medals“ 4 May – 31 October 2014 Wartburg, D-99817 Eisenach phone: +49 3691 25 00 email: [email protected] Opening hours: 8.30 a.m. – 5 p.m. An exhibition catalog is available for purchase at the site.

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We have all heard government messaging about taking effective action against COVID-19. Particular advice has included social distancing, working from home, wearing face masks and gloves (in certain work settings), and washing hands regularly. In this article, Coler Medical PPE explores another weapon in the fight against COVID-19 as we explore does hand sanitiser kill COVID-19? Hand sanitiser is a viable alternative to soap and water Soap and water are well-known as a main method of fighting COVID-19. It has been recommended by Governments across the world as well as the World Health Organization. In places where soap and water are not available, sanitiser is recommended as a viable alternative. As well as being popular for cleaning hands, sanitiser can also be safely used on other parts of the body as well as on cleaning surfaces. The portability of hand sanitisers is a major advantage in that it ensures that disinfection is available on the move and in particular is suited to use in cars and in remote working. MIST-IFY instant sanitiser from Coler Medical PPE is proven to be effective against COVID-19 and many other viruses UK Government official COVID-19 advice The UK Government has published official advice about combatting COVID-19 in their “Coronavirus (COVID-19): working safely” advice. In the “Cleaning, hygiene and handwashing to reduce coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission” section the advice is: UK Health & Safety Executive advice about the use of hand sanitisers The UK Health & Safety Executive recommends the use of hand sanitiser protection as an alternative to using soap and water. Here is a quote from their website: “Hand sanitisers are an alternative to using soap and water to wash your hands. Employers may choose to provide hand sanitiser and surface disinfectants for their workers or others to use during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Hand sanitisers and surface disinfectants are biocidal products. They are regulated by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).” Types of hand sanitisers available Hand sanitiser is available in many consistencies including foam, gel, liquid, and spray (mist). The consistency is relatively unimportant, what really matters is that the sanitiser kills viruses and bacteria upon contact. This is vital to prevent infections and mutations of the virus from emerging. MIST-IFY instant sanitiser from Coler Medical PPE is a perfect choice and is available in a range of convenient hand sanitiser units. Other best practices for hand hygiene Although hand sanitiser protection against COVID-19 is proven it is also essential that good hand hygiene is practised too. This includes: - After using the bathroom, handshaking, coughing/sneezing, public items (ATMs, buttons, doors, handrails, phones, etc,), changing nappies, and using public transport - Before eating or drinking, handling of raw foods (e.g., eggs, fish, meat, poultry, and other products) Practising the above will help to protect against COVID-19 as well as many other bacteria and viruses (e.g., e-Coli, Influenza, etc.) Coler is here to help If you need further advice and support about the use of industrial hand sanitisers, why not call Coler Medical PPE on +44 (0) 1827 794 294? Our team are on standby to assist with queries relating to hand sanitisers including their effectiveness and active ingredients. Alternatively, message us via email@example.com, or our contact form and we promise to reply ASAP after the receipt of your message. Image Credit: Focus on More

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Building a culture of innovation will lead the way for investment in smarter materials and processes. It is important for engineers to embrace innovation at every level, and at every project stage. To successfully “launch” innovative approaches across the board, we need to reduce barriers in thought leadership. hypothesis, examination, testing and refinements are essential to the successful implementation of new ideas. © 2017 ASCE Grand Challenge | Site Map

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Chances are at the start of the new year you’re looking to be a little bit inspired. Look no further, you’ve come to the right place. This year we’re excited to be getting in the studio with lots of other creatives, to understand their inspiration and the process they use for creating their projects. First up? The amazing Hatrik Vintage. The founder Sophia started her business based on a love of vintage, and has since evolved into a denim customisation guru, creating one of a kind, stop and stare in the street embellished denim. I’ve long been coveting one of her amazing denim jackets, my favourite being the one embroidered with a sequin motif of The Great Wave off Kanagawa (one of my all time favourite art pieces). Recently I got together with Sophia to capture her process and share with you the inspiration behind her business and creativity. DIY Sequin Denim With Hatrik Vintage How did you start Hatrik? Hatrik was started about 3 years ago as a creative outlet amongst studying Law at university. It was the best way to satisfy my love for fashion and the arts, and what began as a small hobby has since grown into a business. Hatrik is now mostly known for the customised denim vintage pieces, where girls (and guys) can work with us to create unique designs on vintage denim pieces. For a while it was really all about the customised names embellished with sequins and glass seed beads, but the ‘denim archive’ now features floral clusters, hearts, quotes and our favourite- the Japanese Wave. Where do you get your inspiration? After my trip to New York City (during Fashion Week) last winter, I was so inspired by the epic customised fashion pieces (mainly in the higher end boutiques that were far out of my reach). The main inspiration was Gucci designer Alessandro Michelle’s Spring 16 collection- boasting rad denim pieces with bees and flowers and colours that broke up that ‘monochrome’ look we were all so tired of!! Despite not purchasing one myself, I brought the ideas home with me and started recreating old denim pieces! While I don’t like to admit it, i’m a fashion and arts hoarder- I rip pages from magazines, re-pin like crazy on Pinterest and make mood boards all over my house. I think to find inspiration for creative projects you always have to be looking- it very rarely just comes to me without trying to come up with concepts and designs. The cool thing about customising denim is that anything is really possible, and working with all different types of characters means that every piece is unique which is something really rare in fashion these days. Tell Us About How you Make Your Customised Pieces The creative process isn’t necessarily always the same (which is a blessing in disguise because things are rarely dull in the office!!). When talking to girls about their designs, we usually take a few mock ups of the design to get it perfect- I link them to Pinterest and Tumblr and try to tweak the jacket to their personal style. Once the design is confirmed and we source the denim from op-shops, vintage outlets and even online if its a niche piece. I love this aspect of it because its showing a sustainable side to fashion that you don’t often think about. You don’t need to be wearing hemp or ‘eco-friendly’ material to be sustainable- its also about recycling and re-loving a piece that already exists !! Once the piece is sourced we start production, for most pieces we use a ‘stacking’ sequin technique- placing the sequins down and fastening every single one with a glass seed bead. It’s a really slow process and labour intensive but the end product is absolutely satisfying and so epic when its done. Recently, we have been mixing up materials, with customised embroidered patches, lace appliqué or hand embroidery. My favourite so far, the cutest pastel pink flamingo on a light denim jacket- or my double love heart denim skirt that I wear with EVERYTHING!! Check out this video of the process! Like what you read? Pin it on pinterest!

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Repeat Exercise 9.24 for the pulley shown in Figure 9.27(c), assuming you pull straight up on the rope. The pulley system's mass is 7.00 kg. Exercise 9.24If you used an ideal pulley of the type shown in Figure 9.27(a) to support a car engine of mass 115 kg, (a) What would be the tension in the rope? (b) What force must the ceiling supply, assuming you pull straight down on the rope? OpenStax College Physics for AP® Courses, Chapter 9, Problem 25 (Problems & Exercises) This is College Physics Answers with Shaun Dychko. We’re given the mechanical advantage of this pulley system in part c is four. We know mechanical advantage is the output force divided by the input force, so we’ll solve this for the input force by multiplying both sides by Fi over MA. Then we get the input force is the output force divided by mechanical advantage. So the output force has to be the total weight of the pulley system and the engine hanging off of it, so that’s 115 kilograms plus seven kilograms which is 122 kilograms times 9.81, and all that is divided by the mechanical advantage of four, to give an input force required of 299 newtons. And then part b asks us to find out what is the force exerted by the ceiling on the system. Well let’s first of all redraw the system as a single dot and consider the forces that are on that dot. There is gravity downwards due to the weight of the system and the engine, then there’s the force of the ceiling upwards which we’re going to find, and the way this pulley system is constructed, there’s also one force upwards which is the input force. All these other Ts inside here, these tensions, are forces that are internal to the system and they are not externally applied. So the force of the ceiling plus the input force upwards equals the total force of gravity downwards, and we’ll subtract Fi from both sides and also substitute mg in place of Fg, and we get the force applied by the ceiling, 122 kilograms times 9.81 newtons per kilogram minus 299.205 newtons input force, giving us 898 newtons is the force applied by the ceiling.

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BCA Stash BC Pack Gear Review – by Andrew Councell On a recent trip to the Valhallas in Canada, I was exclusively using BCA’s Stash BC Pack. As the assistant guide for this week-long, lodge-based touring trip, I wasn’t just carrying my own personal kit each day but had my guide’s gear as well. In addition to my own food, water, gloves, extra layers, goggles, helmet, shovel, probe and saw, I was also carrying a soft rescue sled, a snow survey kit, a 5’x8′ tarp for emergency shelter, a first aid kit, repair kit, radio and more gloves/layers as backups for clients. This sounds like a lot and it is, but I was able to pack everything neatly in its place in the Stash BC. I have no problems packing for long day-trips in the backcountry with the Stash BC and thus it is my go-to day-touring pack. I really like the shovel, probe and saw-specific sleeves in the designated rescue pocket. It makes it easy to store and retrieve these items when the bag is packed full. The goggle-pocket is a new feature for me. I like being able to shove my sunglasses or goggles into this cozy pocket rather than dealing with a goggle bag or worrying about scratching up the lenses. Other features I really like are the back-panel zipper access and the ski-carry systems. When guiding, and having such a full pack, it’s a real pain to pull everything out of the top to get to something at the bottom. The back-panel zipper lets me grab the blister kit or shell jacket stuffed at the bottom of the pack. The ski-carry systems enable a cross-carry or A-frame carry style. Cross carries are best for short distances or sprints up a boot-pack to the next traverse and are great because they are fast to set up. BCA has made the Stash BC’s cross-carry system easy to use, quick, clean and workable with fat skis. The A-frame carry works better for longer distances or if I’m pulling out a rope for me and my clients. Another plus of the Stash BC is that it compresses well, making it suitable for my personal backcountry or lift-accessed sidecountry trips as well. Thanks for making such a well designed pack BCA! Have fun and be safe out there. <a href="https://coloradomountainschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/AC.jpg" onclick="_gaq check here.push([‘_trackEvent’, ‘outbound-article’, ‘https://coloradomountainschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/AC.jpg’, ”]);” > CMS Senior Guide IFMGA Certified Mountain Guide

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It is hard to escape how eerily different everything around us has become. To be hit with rapid, far-reaching change that leaves us with uncertainty in every area of our lives is getting harder to bear. Yet down at the Capitol in Denver, broken budgets must be repaired and finalized. It is in this unstable environment that some legislators have chosen to pursue one of the more controversial of laws, a sick leave mandate, to govern employer-employee relationships. Fragile businesses, struggling to survive, while not completely surprised, are disappointed, almost stunned. Is anyone asking, do we need a sick leave law? Sick leave may seem a minor adjustment for businesses. Afterall, most offer various leave options. It is difficult to assess how many workers have or do not have access to this particular benefit. Today’s trends move toward maximizing the freedom of employees to self-direct their leave benefits, leading to an expansion of categories. In addition, the proliferation of laws governing employee benefits has led to a confusing shift of labels for compliance. But results of SHRM’s 2019 Survey of Employers indicate that “paid leave for the purposes of sickness (including PTO for the purposes of sickness and unlimited leave)” is offered by 95% of the nearly 3000 responding firms. NFIB’s research indicates 73% of small businesses offer paid time off. Signs that mandates retard this accelerating innovation are becoming more clear. One targeted question in a World at Work survey in partnership with PTO Exchange, found 84 % offer paid sick leave of those who may track sick leave separately in traditional paid time off programs. They note that the lack of growth of PTO Banks, an innovative benefit model that allows employees freedom to direct unused benefits toward other needs like education debt repayment or retirement funds, may be due to the growing number of state mandates. There are now 350 different employee benefits up from about 60 just 20 years ago – a six-fold increase. Healthcare benefits continue to dominate. For an overview of today’s diverse landscape of employee benefits, see SHRM’s 2019 Survey of Employers. Despite the lack of clear information, some are confident that the time is now to establish a state-wide sick leave mandate for broad purposes that will be defined in statute. Keen to address today’s sense of urgency around COVID19, Senators Stephen Fenberg and Jeff Bridges, Representatives KC Becker and Yadira Caraveo, proposed a universal mandate on employers – SB205, Sick Leave for Employees. Proponents lean on a recent survey that suggests that 40% of Coloradans have paid sick leave from their employer and 40% lack paid sick leave. The survey, conducted over a period of one week in April, has a sample size of 1000. Information includes demographics and attitudes of respondents, but missing are any variables to tell us about their employers or the nature of their jobs. Given the disparity of results among reputable surveys, one must ask why. This leads to a much broader conversation about the benefits and risks of surveys, but suffice it to say, that it brings up many more questions than answers. The risk of overstating the essence of the problem matters because every mandate passed onto businesses compounds costs. This significant bill and its alternatives deserve much more careful consideration and broader participation among those who will be impacted. And this abbreviated session impacted by the shutdown does not afford that opportunity. In contrast to dynamic environments that allow for competing solutions in which those that are less effective can be discarded, a government-mandated employee benefit will hinder innovation. SB205 will permanently isolate and peg this one benefit and set unadaptable requirements while wrapping it in layers of language that introduce the threat of litigation. For small independent businesses there is no good news about this bill. “Sick Leave for Employees,” would create the “Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.” In some ways, it is remarkably similar to a paid family and medical leave mandate. While the pfml proposals we have seen are the typical social insurance models that were developed throughout the 20th century, these sick leave models are an unfunded mandate, referred to by proponents as “earned” benefits. This is more simply, a mandated employer expense but with a mechanism to pace the accumulation or accrual of the hours and days. This small concession to businesses helps to pace the cost of absences and may allow them to better absorb the front-end costs of training for new employees. This also may alleviate some of the unequal impacts to those businesses that employ workers in industries plagued by high turnover. What is in common, are the heavy legal implications imposed on the employer-employee relationships that are already burdened by compounding and overlapping laws. Few employers today operate without legal counsel close at hand, an expense that small businesses struggle to bear. While sick leave does not offer the long-term 12-week leaves provided by pfml, both mandates introduce disruption to business operations by allowing for durations as short as one hour. And while pfml’s intermittent leave requires the employee become certified for a chronic condition or ongoing treatment, the sick leave bill allows much easier access with little accountability and will more likely hit businesses as unplanned absences. These challenge even those operations with sophisticated absence management systems in place, systems that are rarely a reasonable or affordable option for small independent operations. Absences have real costs. They are surprisingly significant. There are layers and layers of detail behind the delivery of seemingly simple products and services. Factors like safety, quality, timeliness, price, and artistry are all integrated in a unique way for each business. But this is what is key: behind the delivery that any success depends on, are interdependent systems that must be deftly navigated. Absences are often unanticipated and introduce disruption to that process that is unique for every business. The costs of disruption are hard to quantify and track but are surprisingly significant. A 2008 survey of businesses by Mercer in partnership with Kronos Inc, global leaders in workforce management, set out to assess both the direct and indirect costs of absence. It concluded that these costs represent an average of 36% of base payroll. A drive for uniformity across a diverse state and business landscape will bring disappointing outcomes. The bottom line is that the law has an unequal impact across industry sectors and firm sizes. Small businesses risk-taking the biggest hit. It destroys agility and the process of discovering better solutions. And we can’t imagine a worse time to pass laws that increase regulatory burdens. The fallout from the COVID19 shutdown is only beginning to show, and one wonders when the dust settles, who will start the businesses of tomorrow.

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C-reactive protein, or CRP, is a substance that your liver produces when your body is fighting off an infection or inflammation. Doctors often measure CRP levels to diagnose diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders. However, many people don’t know that elevated CRP levels could also indicate cancer. According to recent studies, a high level of CRP in the body could be an early sign of certain types of cancer. This is because cancer cells produce an inflammatory response in the body, causing the liver to produce more CRP. While scientists are still unsure about the exact cause-and-effect relationship between CRP and cancer, doctors believe that monitoring CRP levels could be a critical step in early detection. Notably, not all cancer patients have elevated CRP levels. Instead, it’s more common in people with certain types of cancer, such as liver, lung, and colon cancer. That being said, measuring CRP levels could be a useful tool in helping doctors make an early diagnosis. So if you’re worried about cancer, it may be worth asking your doctor about testing your CRP levels. CRP and Cancer Diagnosis C-reactive protein (CRP) is a protein produced by the liver that increases in response to inflammation in the body. Elevated levels of CRP can indicate a myriad of illnesses such as infections, autoimmune disorders, and even cancer. When it comes to cancer diagnosis, CRP levels can provide insight into the severity of the cancer and the prognosis for the patient. Studies show that higher levels of CRP are associated with advanced stages of cancer and poorer outcomes for patients. In addition, elevated levels of CRP have been shown to indicate a higher risk of cancer recurrence after successful treatment. Factors that Influence CRP Levels in Cancer Patients - The type of cancer: Certain cancers such as lung, liver, and colorectal cancers are more likely to cause increased CRP levels. - The stage of cancer: Advanced stages of cancer are associated with higher CRP levels. - The presence of other health conditions: Patients with existing inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis may have elevated CRP levels that do not indicate cancer. Interpreting CRP Levels in Cancer Diagnosis While an elevated CRP level can indicate cancer, it is not a definitive diagnostic tool for cancer. Additional tests such as biopsies, imaging, and blood testing are needed for a complete cancer diagnosis. However, measuring CRP levels can be useful in monitoring cancer progression and response to treatment. The American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) provides the following reference ranges for CRP levels: |Less than 1 mg/L |Slightly elevated, may indicate increased disease risk |Above 3 mg/L |Significantly elevated, may indicate inflammation or infection In cancer patients, CRP levels above 10mg/L may indicate advanced cancer and a poor prognosis. However, it’s important to note that individual interpretation of CRP levels should be done in conjunction with a medical professional and additional diagnostic testing. High CRP Levels Linked to Cancer C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammatory biomarker, is known to be elevated in various diseases and conditions. Studies have shown that high levels of CRP are linked to an increased risk of cancer and poor prognosis in cancer patients. Although CRP is not a specific indicator of cancer, elevated levels of CRP can indicate inflammation, which is associated with cancer development and growth. - High levels of CRP have been associated with an increased risk of developing colorectal, lung, prostate, and breast cancer. - CRP levels have been shown to be elevated in patients with advanced stage cancer and in those with metastatic disease. - Studies have also found that high levels of CRP are associated with poorer outcomes in cancer patients, including increased risk of recurrence and decreased survival rates. It is important to note that CRP levels can also be elevated in non-cancerous conditions such as infection, trauma, surgery, and autoimmune diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to perform further diagnostic tests in order to confirm a cancer diagnosis. According to a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, the following CRP levels are associated with an increased risk of cancer: |CRP Level (mg/L) |Increased Risk of Cancer |1.0 – 2.9 |3.0 – 9.9 |10.0 or higher In summary, high levels of CRP can indicate inflammation and are linked to an increased risk of cancer and poor prognosis in cancer patients. Nevertheless, further diagnostic tests are necessary in order to confirm a cancer diagnosis. Correlation between CRP and cancer CRP, or C-reactive protein, is a protein that is produced by the liver in response to inflammation in the body. It is commonly used as an indicator of inflammation, infection, or injury. However, recent studies have shown a correlation between elevated CRP levels and the risk of developing certain types of cancer. - One study found that elevated CRP levels were associated with an increased risk of lung cancer, particularly in smokers. - Another study showed that women with high CRP levels had an increased risk of developing breast cancer. - A third study found that patients with colorectal cancer had higher levels of CRP compared to those without cancer. While these studies suggest a correlation between CRP levels and the risk of developing cancer, it is important to note that CRP alone is not a definitive indicator of cancer. Other factors, such as age, family history, and lifestyle habits, must also be considered when determining an individual’s risk of developing cancer. It is also important to note that, while CRP levels may be elevated in individuals with cancer, they can also be elevated in individuals with other health conditions, such as arthritis or infections. Below is a table summarizing the findings from several studies on the correlation between CRP and various types of cancer: |Type of Cancer |Elevated CRP levels associated with increased risk, particularly in smokers |Journal of Clinical Oncology |Women with high CRP levels had increased risk of developing breast cancer |Nature Reviews Cancer |Patients with colorectal cancer had higher levels of CRP compared to those without cancer Overall, while there is a correlation between CRP levels and the risk of developing certain types of cancer, it is important to remember that elevated CRP levels alone are not a definitive indicator of cancer. Further testing and evaluation by a healthcare provider is necessary to determine an individual’s risk of developing cancer. CRP as a Biomarker for Cancer C-reactive protein (CRP) is a biomarker produced by the liver in response to inflammation. It is commonly used to screen for infections and monitor chronic inflammatory diseases. However, recent research has shown that elevated CRP levels may also indicate cancer. - Studies have shown that high CRP levels are associated with an increased risk of developing several types of cancer, including lung, colorectal, and breast cancer. - CRP may also be useful in predicting cancer progression and patient prognosis. - A 2018 study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine found that elevated CRP levels were associated with advanced cancer stage, poorer survival rates, and increased risk of metastasis in patients with liver cancer. While CRP can indicate the presence of cancer, it is not a definitive diagnostic tool. Additional tests, such as biopsies or imaging scans, are necessary to confirm a cancer diagnosis. It is important to note that elevated CRP levels can also be caused by other factors such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and obesity. Therefore, further investigation is needed to determine the underlying cause of elevated CRP levels before assuming cancer as the cause. |Elevated CRP Risk In summary, CRP is a non-specific biomarker that can indicate inflammation and cancer. It has shown promise in predicting cancer progression and patient prognosis. However, further studies are needed to better understand the relationship between CRP and cancer. If you have elevated CRP levels, it is important to work with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment plan. Lowering CRP levels to reduce cancer risk CRP (C-Reactive Protein) levels can be an indicator of inflammation in the body, which can increase the risk of developing cancer. While there is no specific level of CRP that indicates cancer, high levels are associated with a higher cancer risk. Lowering CRP levels can help reduce the risk of cancer and improve overall health. - Exercise: Regular physical activity has been shown to lower CRP levels and reduce the risk of cancer. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day, such as brisk walking or cycling. - Diet: A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein can help reduce inflammation and lower CRP levels. Avoid processed and high-sugar foods, which can increase inflammation. - Smoking: Smoking has been shown to increase CRP levels and the risk of cancer. Quitting smoking is one of the best ways to lower CRP levels and reduce the risk of cancer. Medications can also be used to lower CRP levels, but should only be prescribed by a doctor. Statins, commonly used to lower cholesterol, have been shown to reduce CRP levels and lower the risk of cancer. However, they come with potential side effects and should only be used when necessary. It’s important to discuss any concerns about CRP levels and cancer risk with a doctor. Tracking CRP levels and making lifestyle changes to lower them can help reduce the risk of cancer and improve overall health. |CRP Level (mg/L) |Less than 1 |Greater than 3 While the specific level of CRP that indicates cancer is not known, high levels can be an indicator of inflammation and increased cancer risk. Making lifestyle changes to lower CRP levels, such as regular exercise and a healthy diet, can help reduce the risk of cancer and improve overall health. CRP as a Predictor for Cancer Prognosis C-reactive protein (CRP) is a protein that is produced by the liver in response to inflammation. It is often used as a general marker of inflammation in the body, and it can also be used to monitor disease activity in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. Additionally, research has found that CRP levels may be associated with the development and progression of certain types of cancer. In this subsection, we will explore what level of CRP indicates cancer and how it can be used as a predictor for cancer prognosis. - CRP Levels and Cancer Risk - CRP Levels and Cancer Prognosis - Interpreting CRP Levels Research has found that elevated CRP levels may be associated with an increased risk of developing certain types of cancer, such as lung, colorectal, and ovarian cancer. One study found that women with high CRP levels were four times more likely to develop ovarian cancer compared to those with low CRP levels. However, it is important to note that elevated CRP levels can also be an indicator of other health conditions, so further testing may be necessary to determine the cause of elevated levels. CRP levels can also be used as a predictor for cancer prognosis. Research has found that higher CRP levels are associated with a poorer prognosis in several different types of cancer, including breast, lung, and pancreatic cancer. Additionally, CRP levels can be used to monitor treatment response and disease progression in cancer patients. For example, if a patient has a high CRP level before treatment and it decreases after treatment, it may indicate that the treatment is working. When interpreting CRP levels as a predictor for cancer prognosis, it is important to consider the patient’s overall health and other factors that may impact CRP levels. For example, acute infections or injuries can cause temporary spikes in CRP levels, so it is important to rule out these causes before using CRP as a predictor for cancer prognosis. Additionally, some medications can also impact CRP levels, so it is important to consider these factors when interpreting CRP levels. In summary, CRP levels can be used as a predictor for cancer prognosis. Elevated CRP levels may be associated with an increased risk of developing certain types of cancer and a poorer prognosis in cancer patients. However, it is important to consider other factors that may impact CRP levels before using it as a predictor for cancer prognosis. |Type of Cancer |CRP Level Associated with Poor Prognosis |Greater than 10 mg/L |Greater than 10 mg/L |Greater than 50 mg/L Table: CRP levels associated with poor prognosis in different types of cancer. Source: “Prognostic and Predictive Values of C-Reactive Protein in Solid Tumors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.” Monitoring CRP levels during cancer treatment CRP, or C-reactive protein, is a substance produced by the liver that increases when inflammation occurs in the body. High CRP levels can indicate inflammation caused by infection, injury, or chronic diseases like cancer. Monitoring CRP levels during cancer treatment can provide insight into the effectiveness of the treatment and help the healthcare team make adjustments as necessary. Elevated CRP levels in cancer patients have been associated with poorer outcomes, including decreased survival rates and increased risk of recurrence. It is important to note that CRP levels can also be affected by other factors such as age, sex, and body mass index. - CRP levels may be used in conjunction with other biomarkers to monitor cancer progression and treatment effectiveness. - Regular monitoring of CRP levels can also help detect early signs of inflammation, which can indicate the onset of treatment-related side effects or infections. - CRP levels may be higher in patients with advanced cancer or aggressive tumor types. It is worth noting that while high CRP levels can be an indicator of cancer and cancer-related inflammation, they are not a definitive diagnostic tool for cancer. A thorough diagnostic workup is still necessary to confirm a cancer diagnosis. |Less than 1 mg/L |Low risk of inflammation and cancer |Slightly elevated levels, may indicate low level of inflammation or early stages of cancer |Moderately elevated levels, may indicate ongoing inflammation or more advanced cancer |Greater than 10 mg/L |Highly elevated levels, may indicate severe inflammation or advanced cancer Overall, monitoring CRP levels can be a useful tool in managing and understanding the progression of cancer. If you have any concerns about your CRP levels or how they may relate to your cancer diagnosis or treatment, consult with your healthcare team. FAQs: What Level of CRP Indicates Cancer? Q: What is CRP? A: CRP stands for C-reactive protein, a protein that is produced by the liver in response to inflammation in the body. Q: What is the typical range of CRP levels? A: A normal CRP level is less than 10 mg/L. However, this can vary depending on the laboratory reference range. Q: Can high CRP levels indicate cancer? A: Yes, high CRP levels have been linked to certain types of cancer, including lung, breast, and colorectal cancer. Q: What CRP level is considered high? A: A CRP level of 10 mg/L or higher is considered high. Q: Is a high CRP level always an indication of cancer? A: No, a high CRP level can also be caused by other inflammatory conditions such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and arthritis. Q: Can a low CRP level rule out cancer? A: No, a low CRP level does not necessarily rule out cancer as it can also be present in certain cancers and may not be elevated until later stages. Q: How is CRP level used in cancer diagnosis? A: CRP level is used in combination with other diagnostic tests and imaging to help diagnose and monitor cancer. Closing Thoughts – Thanks for Reading! We hope that this article has provided you with valuable information about CRP levels and their association with cancer. Remember, a high CRP level does not always mean cancer, and a low level does not rule it out. If you have concerns about your CRP levels or any symptoms you may be experiencing, it’s always best to consult with your doctor. Thanks for reading and come back soon for more informative articles!

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O United Hearts of Jesus and Mary, You are all grace, all mercy, all love. Let my heart be joined to Yours, so that my every need is present in Your United Hearts. shed Your grace upon my needs Help me to recognize and accept Your loving will in my life. Holy and Sacred Wounds of the United Hearts of Jesus and Mary, answer my prayer.

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Reflections on Settling into a Rural Parish The road from Lima to Samanco passes through a number of fast growing coastal towns but for the most part the traveler has no choice but to contemplate the bare rocky or sandy hills that fascinate by their ever varying forms and their multiple colors from shades of white, cream, brown and black. It is a truly barren desert but when watered can become lush farmland. We set off after an early breakfast and Fr. Bernie Lane, a fellow Columban working in Lima, kept up the pace allowed by the speed limit, and we arrived at the Samanco parish house five and a half hours later "“ more or less in time for lunch. Columban Fr. Kevin McDonagh was at the door to welcome us. Samanco is a coastal town with a population of about 4,000. Most residents work in either the fishing industry or agriculture. There was dire poverty in the valley 30 or so years ago, but today people are generally able to make their way with dignity. Unfortunately, as is the case in most parts of the world, exploitation and abuse of power continue to disturb the local communal story. The main parish church is in the central square of Samanco, but the parish embraces a number of small towns, most of which have their own chapel and Catholic community where Fr. Kevin celebrates Mass at least once a month. For millennia before the arrival of Spanish colonists in the 16th century this valley was irrigated and cultivated. In those days the crops would have been corn, potatoes and beans. Many residents continue to produce these same crops on their small plots of land. However, today most of the land in the valley is given over to the production of sugar cane and is now owned by agribusinesses. The valley extends for 60 kilometers into the foothills of the Andes Mountains before it begins to rise steeply towards the first range of mountains that form the western wall of the main Andean valley in the Region of Ancash; in Spanish this valley is called "el callejon de Huaylas" (alley closed at both ends). Kevin drove me half way up the Samanco valley, along the length of which there are seven parishes. They form a deanery and enjoy a lively spirit of camaraderie and mutual support. Each parish takes its turn to host the meetings that are attended by the parish priests, religious who work in the parishes and a number of lay delegates from each parish. The meetings follow a pattern of business in the morning followed by lunch provided by the host parish. Parish delegates to the deanery meetings look forward to them which is a day out with friends plus more. Previously Fr. Kevin worked in Lima parishes located in the bare, rocky hills to the north and east of the city. He commented to me that the greenery of the Samanco valley is for him most therapeutic following the barren environment that was home for many years. After all, he was brought up on fertile, green farmland in Ireland. For him the hills of Lima were grey and lifeless and so alien to him. He always felt and now once again continues to feel nourished spiritually by the natural beauty that surrounds him. Fr. Kevin compared life in the Samanco rural parish with his experience of life in Lima parishes on the periphery of the city. The slow pace of the rural scene has been a welcome relief after the aggressive and rapid treadmill of his previous parishes. In Samanco he finds it easier to be with the residents of the various small towns of his parish in a leisurely and peaceful way. He no longer feels overwhelmed by the enormity of the problems that thousands of residents of the big city parishes have to deal with. He felt that while he was physically present in the city parishes he was leaving so much undone and so little done which was in many ways a most frustrating experience. He finds in Samanco a more natural rhythm of life. He feels a certain harmony as people know each other; they have time for each other; they often sit outside their houses in the evening and chat with each other. Maybe the hustle and bustle of Lima's 10 million people trying to make ends meet creates much stress and leaves little space for healing. Fr. Kevin also finds support in the diocesan pastoral plan, based on the Better World Movement parish model, as it provides the parish communities with a framework for participating in the life of the parish. According to this plan, Samanco functions as five pastoral zones and each of the other towns as a community. The framework now in place does not exclude a variety of ideas and insights and allows Kevin to work on an agenda that he hopes to introduce to this rural parish. He has now been in the parish one year and decided not make any major moves during his first year. However, he does have a particular interest in the development of a lay-centred church committed to transforming the personal, family and social dimensions of life. He also comes with a strong sense of God's preference for the poor. He has begun to move on this by joining the diocesan team for social outreach, involving the prison chaplaincy, the commission for social justice, health care, care of the elderly, care for the earth and human rights issues. At parish level the priest can begin to present ideas in his homilies. Fr. Kevin has also introduced a week of formation for lay pastoral leaders. He has organized two seminars on social issues relevant to the 2014 municipal elections. He has also made a point of highlighting the "World Days," such as the day of water, the day of the planet, women's day, etc. In all this he has felt most encouraged by Pope Francis' Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Gaudium, especially where he speaks of the need for the missionary disciples of Jesus Christ to move out beyond our comfort zone. He believes in going out to meet his parishioners in their space, the space that they call home. During the past year Fr. Kevin visited each of the five zones of Samanco and ended the visitation with a very well-attended street Mass in each zone. Fr. Bernie and I were moved by our one and half day visit and were grateful to Fr. Kevin for welcoming and making time for us. We left at 6:30 am and arrived in Lima in time for me to head to the airport to meet and welcome a friend who was traveling to New York. Both of us were tired of traveling and enjoyed a most relaxing day at the Columban house in Lima before my friend continued on her way to New York. Columban Fr. Peter Woodruff lies and works in Australia.

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Author: Daun Thompson Daun Thompson has spent years acting in both film and theatre which has been paramount in launching her onto the comedy stage (incidentally, without a helmet, resulting in a nasty concussion). Being a funny girl is a full time job. A job that she hopes that one day will come with dental benefits and a 401K. Unlike her work, she is biodegradable, yet flame retardant. And gentle to the touch. Her goal in life??? For strangers to approach her and ask "Didn't you used to be somebody?" In the late 1980's she cut her teeth at the Velveeta Room on 6th Street in Austin, Texas ... the original room with the stripper pole. From there, she moved to northern California and worked with many comedy icons, like Mitch Hedberg, Marc Maron, Colin Quinn, Vic Dunlop, Huck Flyn, Michael Mancini, Doug Ferrari, Shang and Brian Posehn. Daun has been a licensed driver safety instructor and trainer with Comedy Defensive Driving for over 9 years. Her knowledge of driving safety laws keeps her readers informed and engaged with her blog adventures. She still continues to do stand-up comedy, sometimes in a reclining position...just to be different.

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When investigating the mysterious disappearances and subsequent murders of Saviors, Maggie (Lauren Cohan) and Cyndie (Sydney Park) happen across an abandoned house with an untamed yard now home to a battered truck and a burnt out gas pump. "The coolest thing to me about this location is a little Easter Egg, and this is something that Greg [Nicotero] came up with on the location scout... there's a burnt out truck and a burnt out gas pump, and that is a homage to the original Night of the Living Dead," VFX Supervisor Aaron McLane noted on live aftershow Talking Dead. "So getting to see this here with this burnt out truck, there's a dead body in the truck that's all charred, really takes you back to the original zombie movie that got you into everything, started the whole wave." Nicotero, The Walking Dead's longtime makeup guru and producer-slash-director, has frequently peppered Easter eggs and tributes to notable zombie works throughout the series, and Romero's works in particular: Season Three episode featured a walker paying homage to the "Flyboy" zombie from the 1978 Romero-directed Dawn of the Dead, and the Season Five opener, directed by Nicotero, paid homage to Romero's Creepshow, with a crate labelled with instructions to "ship to Horlicks University via Julia Carpenter." Other notable references and tributes in The Walking Dead include a walker resembling Bub, the domesticated zombie from Romero's Day of the Dead, and a head-splicing walker kill first seen in Dawn of the Dead. The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman has long credited Romero and his films for inspiring his black-and-white comic book series, writing in the Letter Hacks section of issue #171, "They're the true north of what I've done in this series. The Walking Dead simply doesn't exist without George A. Romero doing his movies first." The Walking Dead airs Sundays at 9/8c on AMC.1comments

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Justia Commercial Law Opinion SummariesArticles Posted in Contracts Stackpole International Engineered Products, Ltd.. v. Angstrom Automotive Group, LLC Stackpole (Purchaser) makes car parts. Precision (Seller) makes automotive subcomponents. In 2014, Seller gave Purchaser quotes on pumps, making “[a]cceptance of order” subject to APQP [Advanced Product Quality Planning Review]. Purchaser issued a “Letter of Intent” to buy 1.1 million 10R/10L shafts and 306,000 Nano shafts. Seller's employee signed the letter, which provided that Purchaser would issue purchase orders for actual shipments. The purchase orders contained six pages of supplemental terms, allowing Purchaer to “terminate . . . this contract, at any time and for any reason, by giving written notice,” and providing that purchase orders would “not become binding” until the additional provisions were “signed and returned.” Seller did not sign the purchase orders but shipped parts to Purchaser for two years. In 2017, Seller stated that it needed a price increase or it would have to halt production. Purchaser agreed to price increases “under duress and protest,” then sued for breach of contract. Seller counterclaimed, alleging that Purchaser had impermissibly withheld its approval to make the parts by an automatic rather than manual process.The district court awarded Purchaser summary judgment, finding the parties had formed a contract “for successive performances.” “indefinite in duration.” Michigan law makes such contracts presumptively terminable upon “reasonable notification” A jury awarded $1 million. The Sixth Circuit affirmed. The Letter of Intent constituted a contract, notwithstanding the failure to engage in APQP. No contextual factor suggests a right to terminate the Letter of Intent without notice. View "Stackpole International Engineered Products, Ltd.. v. Angstrom Automotive Group, LLC" on Justia Law Product Solutions International, Inc. v. Aldez Containers, LLC PSI helps customers bring products to market. P.B. contacted PSI for assistance with the design, manufacture, and distribution of a custom cosmetics bag (Orgo Bag). PSI submitted a purchase order to its Chinese manufacturers indicating that P.B. would purchase 100,000 Orgo Bags in the first year and purchase another 1.5 million bags annually thereafter. During the first 18 months, P.B. purchased only 38,296 Orgo Bags. PSI directed the Chinese manufacturer to mitigate its losses and liquidate any materials it had purchased for the Orgo. The failure of the Orgo cost PSI $506,129.44. In 2019, PSI sued P.B., Aldez, Copek, and Byrne, alleging breach of contract, promissory estoppel, fraud, silent fraud, negligent misrepresentation, innocent misrepresentation, and non-acceptance of conforming goods under the U.C.C. The court dismissed Copek, Byrne, and Aldez but permitted some claims against P.B. to continue.In 2021, PSI sued Aldez for breach of contract, promissory estoppel, and nonacceptance of conforming goods, arguing that in the 2019 suit, its claims were pleaded directly against Aldez, whereas in the 2021 suit, it sought to pierce P.B.’s corporate veil and hold Aldez vicariously liable. The district court dismissed, citing res judicata. The Sixth Circuit affirmed. The complaint does not allege any wrongdoing by Aldez and corporate veil piercing is not a cause of action under Michigan law; the 2021 suit’s complaint fails to state a claim. View "Product Solutions International, Inc. v. Aldez Containers, LLC" on Justia Law Taizhou Yuanda Investment Group Co., Ltd. v. Z Outdoor Living, LLC Taizhou, a Chinese manufacturer, entered into a Cooperation Agreement with Z Outdoor, a Wisconsin company owned by Casual Products: Taizhou would manufacture outdoor furniture and other related items for Z Outdoor to sell to customers. Z Outdoor eventually stopped paying Taizhou. The Cornings, on behalf of Z Outdoor, made false statements about future business, forthcoming payments, and causes for the delays. Taizhou continued to fill customer orders without receiving compensation. In 2018, AFG (a Wisconsin LLC also owned by Casual) started submitting purchase orders to Taizhou. AFG never signed the Cooperation Agreement. Taizhou filled the orders and sent AFG invoices. AFG eventually stopped paying Taizhou and made false statements regarding payment delays. The total due from Z Outdoor and AFG accrued to $14 million for purchase orders sent, 2017-2019.The district court entered a default judgment against the corporate defendants on Taizhou's contract claims but ruled against Taizhou on unjust enrichment, fraud, and conversion claims, finding the fraud and conversion claims barred by Wisconsin’s economic loss doctrine and q “mere repackaging of Taizhou’s ‘straightforward breach of contract claim.’” The Seventh Circuit affirmed. Any fraud was interwoven with the Cooperation Agreement, so the economic loss doctrine applies. To the extent the damages amounted to lost profits or lost business, those are also economic losses under Wisconsin law. View "Taizhou Yuanda Investment Group Co., Ltd. v. Z Outdoor Living, LLC" on Justia Law Fire Protection Service, Inc. v. Survitec Survival Products, Inc. The Supreme Court held that the application the Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers, and Dealers Act, Tex. Bus. & Com. Code 57.001-.402, in this case did not violate the constitutional prohibition against retroactive laws in Tex. Const. art. I, 16.In the 1990s, Fire Protection Service, Inc. (FPS), orally agreed to be an authorized dealer and servicer of the life rafts manufactured by Survitec Survival Products, Inc. Nearly six years after the promulgation of the Act, which prohibits a supplier from terminating a dealer agreement without good cause, Survitec notified FPS that it was terminating their relationship. FPS sued for a violation of the Act. The district court entered judgment for Survitec. On appeal, the Fifth Circuit certified a question to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court answered that the application of the Act to the parties' agreement does not violate the retroactivity clause in article I, section 16. View "Fire Protection Service, Inc. v. Survitec Survival Products, Inc." on Justia Law Lyles v. Santander Consumer USA Inc. The Court of Appeals answered a certified question of law by holding that Md. Code Comm. Law (CL) 12-1018(b) requires a credit grantor that is found to have knowingly violated Credit Grantor Closed End Credit Provisions (CLEC), CL 12-1001 et seq., to forfeit three times the amount of interest, fees, and charged collected in violation of the subtitle.This case concerned a borrower who purchased a motor vehicle and financed it by closed end credit pursuant to an agreement governed by CLEC. The federal district court issued a certified question of law regarding the calculation of damages under CL 12-1018(b). The Court of Appeals held that, based upon prior caselaw regarding CLEC, a plain language analysis of CL 12-1018(b), and a review of the pertinent legislative history, CL 12-1018(b) requires a credit grantor who has knowingly violated the CLEC to forfeit three times the amount of interest, fees, and charges collected in violation of CL 12-1018(b). View "Lyles v. Santander Consumer USA Inc." on Justia Law EdgengG (Private), Ltd. v. Fiberglass Fabricators, Inc. In this commercial dispute, the Supreme Court affirmed the final judgment of the superior court in favor of Defendants based on Plaintiffs' failure to comply with orders to provide discovery, holding that there was no error.The parties in this case executed a contract providing that Defendants would sell finished fiberglass products manufactured by Plaintiffs. Plaintiffs later filed a complaint alleging that Defendants had failed to pay upon delivery of goods and that Defendants conspired to deprive Plaintiffs of profits and sales commission. The trial justice eventually granted Defendants' motion for entry of final judgment, referencing Plaintiffs' failure timely to respond to discovery requests and their failure to comply with superior court orders. The Supreme Court affirmed, holding that the trial justice did not abuse his discretion when he dismissed Plaintiffs' complaint and entered judgment in favor of Defendants. View "EdgengG (Private), Ltd. v. Fiberglass Fabricators, Inc." on Justia Law Cadence Bank, N.A. v. Elizondo The Supreme Court reversed the judgment of the court of appeals affirming the decision of the trial court granting summary judgment in favor of Roy Elizondo and dismissing this action brought by Cadence Bank, N.A. for breach of a deposit agreement, breach of warranty under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), and common-law torts, holding that the lower courts erred.In response to a stranger's email for legal assistance, Elizondo, an attorney, deposited a cashier's check in his bank account then wired most of the funds to an overseas account. The check was dishonored, and the bank charged the transfer back to Elizondo, as allowed by the UCC and the parties' deposit agreement. When Elizondo refused to pay the overdrawn funds Cadence brought this action. The trial court granted summary judgment for Elizondo, and the court of appeals affirmed. The Supreme Court reversed, holding that the wire-transfer form failed to create the contractual duty urged by Elizondo. View "Cadence Bank, N.A. v. Elizondo" on Justia Law Far East Aluminium Works Co., Ltd. v. Viracon, Inc. The Eighth Circuit affirmed the district court's determination that a consequential-damages exclusion is enforceable in a contract for the sale of goods. The court concluded that the contract is clear that Viracon is not liable for consequential damages and found Far East's arguments to the contrary unpersuasive. In this case, the consequential-damages exclusion provision is not unconscionable under Minn. Stat. Sec. 336.2-719(3), and the alleged failure of the contract’s exclusive remedy has no effect on the enforceability of the consequential-damages exclusion. To the extent Far East’s indemnity claim survives the consequential-damages exclusion, it fails because there is no express contract obligating Viracon to reimburse it for the liability of the character involved. Finally, the court denied leave to amend. View "Far East Aluminium Works Co., Ltd. v. Viracon, Inc." on Justia Law SodexoMAGIC LLC v. Drexel University For 20 years, the vendor (SDM) provided food services at Drexel University in Philadelphia. In 2014 the university announced that it would competitively bid the contract for on-campus dining. The same vendor ultimately won that competition but about two years into the contract’s 10-year duration, the vendor sued the university for fraud, multiple breaches of contract, and alternatively for unjust enrichment. The university responded with fraud and breach-of-contract counterclaims. Only a few of the vendor’s breach-of-contract claims and portions of the university’s breach-of-contract claim survived summary judgment. The parties referred the remaining claims and counterclaims to arbitration and jointly moved to dismiss them. The district court granted that motion and entered final judgment, which the parties appealed, primarily to dispute the summary judgment ruling.The Third Circuit affirmed summary judgment in Drexel’s favor on SDM’s unjust enrichment and punitive damages claims, summary judgment in SDM’s favor on Drexel’s fraudulent inducement claim, and the district court’s decision to deny Drexel’s motion to strike declarations by SDM witnesses under the sham affidavit rule. The court vacated an order granting summary judgment to Drexel on SDM’s claims for fraudulent inducement, breach of contract for failure to renegotiate in good faith, and breach of a supplemental agreement for the Fall 2016 Semester. The surviving claims were remanded to the district court. View "SodexoMAGIC LLC v. Drexel University" on Justia Law Air-Con, Inc. v. Daikin Applied Latin America, LLC The First Circuit reversed the judgment of the district court requiring the parties to arbitrate their dispute in this case, holding that the district court erred in compelling arbitration.In 2000, Air-Con signed a written distribution agreement with Daikin Industries, LTD to be an authorized distributor in Puerto Rico of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. The agreement contained an arbitration provision requiring the parties to arbitrate any disputes in Japan. Also in 2000, Air-Con established a distribution relationship with Daikin Applied Latin America, LLC, Daikin Industries' subsidiary. In 2018, Air-Con filed suit against Daikin Applied seeking injunctive relief and damages under Puerto Rico's Dealer Protection Act. After the case was removed to federal court Daikin Applied filed a motion to compel arbitration, arguing that the written agreement between Air-Con and Daikin Industries governed Daikin Applied's relationship with Air-Con. The district court agreed with Daikin Applied. The First Circuit reversed, holding that the district court erred in concluding that Air-Con agreed to arbitrate the claims at issue in this case. View "Air-Con, Inc. v. Daikin Applied Latin America, LLC" on Justia Law

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Don’t say you weren’t warned. The same people who catastrophically closed schools for over a year in blue America – and never admitted it was a mistake despite overwhelming evidence – are of course gearing up to do it again. Washington Examiner reporter Tim Carney sees warning signs of school closures in January. Stanford University will begin its winter quarter with two weeks of online instruction. Teacher unions are declaring the new omicron variant will likely mean that schools can’t reopen in January, the time when hospitalizations peaked this year. In Britain, scores of schools and colleges are closing early for Christmas, in defiance of national government rules. The Guardian newspaper reports “school leaders in England are preparing for an extended switch to online learning in January, with many ensuring that pupils take laptops and textbooks home for the holidays.”

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During the first 6 months of life, human babies develop at a rapid pace, hopping from one developmental milestone to the next. While newborns have only blurry vision and can’t move in a very coordinated fashion, 6-month-old infants already interact well with their environment. 6-months-old infants can for instance recognize their parents and distinguish them from strangers, they can turn around, and can even begin to learn sign language. In these first 6 months of life not only the abilities of the babies develop rapidly, but their brains change rapidly as well. The adult brain is a strongly interconnected, complex organ. Different regions in the adult brain communicate with each other via large nerve fiber pathways, referred to as fiber bundles. In the adult brain, these bundles are wrapped in a fatty substance called myelin. Myelin wraps insulate the bundles – similar to a well-insulated cable – thus enabling rapid transmission of neural signals across brain regions that are far apart. But how do these bundles look like in infants? Are they present from birth? When do myelin wraps form around the bundles? This is what our international team from Stanford University in the USA and the Philipps-University Marburg in Germany set out to explore. To understand how the brain connections of infants change early in life, we leveraged magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and acquired data from the same infants at birth, at 3 months of age, and at 6 months of age. This was not easy, as it is important that participants lie still while the data is being collected so that the MR images are not blurry. Of course, we could not explain to these young infants that we would like them to stay still. We bypassed this issue by collecting data only at night when the infants were naturally sleeping. During many late-night sessions, we acquired three different types of MRI data at each time-point: an anatomical image of the brain, diffusion-weighted data, and quantitative MRI of R1 relaxation rate (measured in 1/seconds). While the anatomical image gave us a first impression of what the infant’s brains looked like, the diffusion-weighted data allowed us to trace the fiber bundles in each infant’s brain, and the quantitative R1 measurements provided information related to the degree of myelination, i.e., the amount of myelin wrapped around each bundle. By combining these different types of MRI data, we could hence assess how the connections in infants’ brains change over the course of their first six months of life. We began by tracing the bundles in each infant. For adults, there are well established software tools that use diffusion-weighted MRI data and from this data trace the bundles and assess their properties in each person’s brain. However, we quickly realized that these tools are not ideal for infants as the infant brain is significantly smaller and shaped a bit differently than the adult brain. Thus, first, we developed a new software tool that is specifically designed for infant data (e.g., by using a baby brain template) and overcomes these challenges. The developed software, named baby automated fiber quantification (babyAFQ), identifies 24 bundles in individual infant’s brains. You can see these bundles in different colors in the above image of an example infant’s connections. We also made babyAFQ openly available so that other researchers can use it. It is interesting that with babyAFQ we can identify already in newborns all the bundles that we typically assess in adults, suggesting that these bundles are likely established by the time we are born. Next, we compared the degree of myelination of different bundles in newborns, 3 and 6 months-olds using quantitative R1 measures. Strikingly, we found that the myelin content of infants’ bundles increases rapidly during the first 6 months of life. We also found that myelin does not grow at an equal pace across the brain – not only are some bundles myelinated faster than others, but the rate of myelin growth even changes along the length of each bundle. We discovered two factors that govern how quickly a specific location in the infant’s brain gets myelinated: First, locations that have the least myelin at birth, get myelinated faster. This may enable all the connections in the brain to quickly get wrapped with some minimal amount of myelin, which may be essential for global communication across the brain. Second, we found that locations towards the back and top of the brain get myelinated more quickly than other locations. The back and top of the brain are responsible for our vision and motion, respectively. This may enable the most critical brain functions to communicate effectively already early on in life. Overall, we found that myelin is build more quickly during the first six months than any other period of our life. By describing how the brains of healthy newborns are wired up during the first 6 months of life, our study provides an important reference point for future developmental and clinical work. For example, it would be interesting to probe if myelination follows the same developmental trajectory in infants born too early as in the full-term infants we investigated here or not. Further, we found that there is still less myelin wrapped around the bundles of six months-old infants than there is in adults. As such, it would be particularly exciting to follow the development of myelin over an even longer period of childhood in future studies. Finally, while we find that myelin grows rapidly during early infancy, the fiber bundles themselves appear to be established at birth. Future studies examining babies’ development while still in the womb could probe how and when these bundles are built.

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Friends, I’m really confused with trip and journey. I’m taking a train from Venice to Luzern. I have an option to book either a direct reservation or book in parts. Either way, this is split as Venice → Milan, Milan → Zug and then Zug → Luzern so what is trip and what is journey here ? Which one should I be using for connecting with Pass ? Which one should be using for generating ticket ? Thank you in Advance. Best answer by rvdborgtView original

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Many years ago I got into a habit of using a stopwatch to time fire and extrication evolutions. At first many thought it was to show how "fast" we were compared to trucks or to test my crew. But after doing it for a while firefighters realized that it wasn't a test at all, but a method we could use to evaluate and speed up if possible. Nobody will disagree that time is an extremely important factor on any emergency. Using the stopwatch proved beneficial for so many reasons. Timing gives you a good idea of how long a particular skill will take (Catching hydrant, pulling an attack line, hydraulic side-out, etc.) It also will show where efficiency may be lacking and where improvements can be made. For example-when timing my backstep ff deploying a 1 3/4 line the stopwatch enabled me to see how long I could spend on my walkaround until he sitting at the front door waiting on me. Timing and efficiency go hand and hand. Get out there and try you hand at the stopwatch. You will be surprised what you find. ISAAC FRAZIER is a Special Operations Lieutenant with St. Johns County Florida’s Heavy Rescue “Squad 4”. First due to the deadliest stretch of roadway in the nation, Frazier teaches from personal street experience providing tried and true tactics. Frazier is the owner of Tactical Advantage Training and creator of the course Tactical Extrication. Frazier travels nationally sharing his passion teaching fire and extrication courses. Frazier is a Florida Fire Officer, FL Paramedic, Special Operations Officer, Florida State Instructor, FLUSAR Tech, Diver, and FL Hazmat Tech.

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Massive savings on event kit, pre order now and save at least 25% on Strongman Bags and as much as 35% on worms "Compete Force was formed out of a passion for Functional Fitness/ Crossfit and what we precived to be a gap in the market." All worms are sold without the rubber crumb unless they are purchased from an event. However we will help you source the rubber crumb in whichever Country you are based. Please message me directly for help!

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The subject I would like to discuss today is of profound importance because there are evidenced based studies that suggests that certain supplements can help boost your immune system and thus help fight off virus related illnesses. As it relates to the novel coronavirus Covic-19, it is too early to tell as there is insufficient studies as of yet. However, the supplements I will be discussing will help with many of the symptoms associated with the illness. Before embarking on taking supplements, I would like to advice you on 3 Steps you can take to stay healthy during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, This would provide a good background for your immune defense system to perform optimally. First, have positive! Mindset: This is important in getting yourself through the pandemic. It is vital that you stay positive by keeping your mind and body healthy. This can be achieved by exercising regularly. Ideally you should do so outside if the weather and the law permits. Other things you can do are call your long distant loved ones, soak yourself in a hot tub bath in the evening, stay off the news and listen to light music. Second, consume the healthiest foods you can prepare: Prepare foods that utilizes whole grains, vegetables, and fruits—serve them in the greatest amounts. Meat portions should be smaller—this will save money and help keep dietary saturated fat in proportion. Lastly, Stick to a regular routine: This is related to the first point because it will help your mental health. For example Go to bed and get up in the morning on a fixed schedule. Eat meals at regular times. Clean the house, make time for having naps in the afternoon, engage with your family and also have a schedule for your outdoor activities. When you apply all these suggestions, you will get a greater benefit when you begin to take the supplements detailed below. This information is taken from dietdoctor.com Could taking vitamins, minerals, or other supplements help protect you from COVID-19? Contrary to what you might read on the internet, this is a question that can’t be answered definitively. Here’s what we do know about certain supplements that reportedly have immune-boosting properties. For decades, Vitamin C has been used to help prevent the common cold. Among other functions, this vitamin can help maintain healthy skin that provides a barrier to germs and other harmful invaders. In addition, some — but not all — studies suggest it may improve the function of certain white blood cells that fight infection.(source) In addition, there is conflicting evidence about the potential mortality benefits of high dose Vitamin C for patients with sepsis, the most severe form of systemic infections.(source) While it’s unclear whether taking a Vitamin C supplement is beneficial for COVID-19, for most people there’s no harm in taking up to 2,000 mg per day (the upper limit set by the National Academy of Medicine). For smokers and high-risk individuals, it’s definitely worth considering. Vitamin C is water-soluble, so your body will excrete whatever you don’t need into your urine. However, at very high doses, Vitamin C may cause diarrhea or increase the risk of kidney stones (especially in men), so be sure not to exceed 2,000 mg daily. As both a hormone and a vitamin, Vitamin D plays a number of important roles in health. In recent years, people have taken very high doses of Vitamin D with the intention of boosting immunity. But is this an effective tactic? A 2017 systematic review of 25 randomized trials found that taking a Vitamin D supplement seemed to have a mild protective effect against respiratory-tract infections in most people, but provided much greater protection in those who were very deficient in Vitamin D.(source) If your Vitamin D levels are low, you may have a better chance of staying well if you supplement with 2,000 IU per day (or more, with medical supervision). Many — perhaps even most — people are deficient in vitamin D. So it’s probably wise to take a Vitamin D supplement right now, especially if you’re at increased risk for COVID-19. Of course, your body can make Vitamin D on its own when your skin is exposed to sunlight, so try to get some sun whenever you can. How much sun depends on the time of year and your location. A good starting point is 15 minutes of exposure to a large body part (such as the torso or back). Just remember to avoid sunburns, as excess sun exposure carries its own risks.(source) Zinc is a mineral involved in the white blood cell response to infection. Because of this, people who are deficient in zinc are more susceptible to cold, flu, and other viruses. One meta-analysis of seven trials found that supplementing with zinc reduced the length of the common cold by an average of 33%.(source) Whether it could have a similar effect on COVID-19 isn’t yet known. Taking supplementary zinc may be a good strategy for older people and others at increased risk. If you decide to take zinc, make sure to stay below the upper limit of 40 mg per day, and avoid administering nasally, due to the risk of olfactory complications.(source) Turmeric is a spice commonly used in Indian and Asian cuisine, including curries. It contains a bright-yellow compound known as curcumin, which emerging research suggests might enhance immune function. However,there isn’t any convincing evidence showing that it helps fight viral infections yet. On the other hand, adding turmeric to your food adds flavor, and taking a curcumin supplement is unlikely to cause any harm in otherwise healthy people. If you have any medical conditions — especially if you take blood thinners — check with your doctor before supplementing with curcumin. Echinacea is an herb that can reportedly help prevent the common cold. But is this reputation well-deserved? A recent systematic review of randomized trials found that echinacea may possibly have a mild protective effect against upper-respiratory infections but doesn’t appear to reduce the length or severity of illness. While it’s impossible to say whether it might offer any protection against COVID-19, it appears to be safe to take on a short-term basis. If you’re at high risk, you may consider taking it for the next several weeks. Garlic, a popular and pungent herb with a characteristic aroma, is widely believed to have antibacterial and antiviral effects, including helping to fight the common cold. A 2014 randomized controlled trial did find that people who took a garlic supplement had fewer colds and recovered more quickly from colds than people who didn’t take garlic.(source) Although this is encouraging, this is just one study. Other high-quality trials are needed to confirm whether garlic is truly beneficial for the common cold or other upper-respiratory infections. For now, enjoy garlic for its zesty flavor and unmistakable aroma rather than counting on it to boost your immunity during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Streamline your workflow with the AOC U27U2DP 27" 4K HDR Monitor. Combining form with functionality, the 3840 x 2160 resolution, 4K UHD screen is framed within four narrow bezels, which matches the monitor's overall slim design. At the same time, the display delivers lifelike color with high-dynamic range providing bright highlights and deep shadows. There are versatile inputs, including a USB-C port that allows you to transfer video, data, and up to 90W of power over a single cable. Width: 24 1/5 inches

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DRRTYWULVZ Tour Dates and Upcoming Concerts Welcome to the official artist page for DRRTYWULVZ – your premier destination for the latest concert tickets, tour announcements, and exclusive shows near you. Dive into the music, explore the artist’s reviews and photos, and never miss another concert moment. Stay updated, stay connected, and be the first to grab tickets for an unforgettable musical experience. On tour Yes Category Electronic, Dubstep NoneFollow on Bandsintown Similar Artists On Tour Of The Trees The Polish Ambassador DRRTYWULVZ Tour Cities Frequently Asked Questions About DRRTYWULVZ Concerts & Tour Date Information Is DRRTYWULVZ on tour? Yes, DRRTYWULVZ is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming DRRTYWULVZ concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The DRRTYWULVZ tour is scheduled for 1 dates across 1 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot. How many upcoming tour dates is DRRTYWULVZ scheduled to play? DRRTYWULVZ is scheduled to play 1 shows between 2024-2025. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot. When does the DRRTYWULVZ tour start? DRRTYWULVZ’s tour starts Feb 23, 2024 and ends on Feb 23, 2024. They will play 1 cities; their most recent concert was held in Fort Collins at Aggie Theatre and their next upcoming concert will be in at . What venues is DRRTYWULVZ performing at? As part of the DRRTYWULVZ tour, DRRTYWULVZ is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities: 2024 Tour Dates: Feb 23 - Fort Collins, CO @ Aggie Theatre

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Underoath Tour Dates and Upcoming Concerts Welcome to the official artist page for Underoath – your premier destination for the latest concert tickets, tour announcements, and exclusive shows near you. Dive into the music, explore the artist’s reviews and photos, and never miss another concert moment. Stay updated, stay connected, and be the first to grab tickets for an unforgettable musical experience. On tour Yes Category Experimental, Rock, Alternative Emo's Not Dead Cruise 2024 SO WHAT?! Music Festival 2024 Rock im Park 2024 Rock am Ring 2024 Rock For People 2024 Greenfield Festival 2024 Copenhell Festival 2024 Graspop Metal Meeting 2024 Slam Dunk France 2024 Furnace Fest 2024 When We Were Young 2024 Underoath has been a formative voice in progressive, heavy rock for almost two decades. Today, they share their blistering new single “Damn Excuses” out on Fearless Records. This release marks the first new music from Underoath since 2018’s Grammy-nominated full-length, Erase Me, and launches a brand new chapter in the band’s career. “Damn Excuses” was completely self-recorded and produced at guitarist Tim McTague’s studio, Feral Sound, in Tampa, Florida. It evokes the beautiful chaos that so many fans have found special about Underoath for years while still managing to break through new sonic and emotional boundaries. This far into their storied career, Underoath has unsurprisingly faced their fair share of adversity. Through the trials and tribulations, a commitment to their craft and a sense of accountability rooted in mutual respect for each other has ensured that each new chapter for the band continues to mold their legacy in a positive fashion. With their shared history of remarkable accolades and trying hardships continuing to shape who the individual members are as people, Underoath is still just scratching the surface of what they can accomplish as a band. There are few acts in the annals of rock history that can say their best work is still ahead of them almost two decades into their career. Fortunately, Underoath falls into that category. As the world opens back up in 2021, the band is deeply committed to living up to the high expectations that fans (and themselves) have come to expect for anything associated with the project. It will undoubtedly be something special to witness as this next chapter in the Underoath story manifests.Follow on Bandsintown Experimental, Rock, Alternative Aaron Gillespie, Chris Dudley, Timothy McTague: guitar, Grant Brandell, Spencer Chamberlain What fans are saying Similar Artists On Tour The Devil Wears Prada August Burns Red A Day To Remember Bring Me the Horizon As I Lay Dying We Came as Romans Taking Back Sunday Underoath Tour Cities Las Vegas, NV Lyon, France Nürnberg, Germany Downtown Miami, FL Birmingham, AL Nürburg, Germany Fort Worth, TX Dessel, Belgium Hradec, Czechia Copenhagen, Denmark Interlaken, Switzerland Frequently Asked Questions About Underoath Concerts & Tour Date Information Is Underoath on tour? Yes, Underoath is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming Underoath concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Underoath tour is scheduled for 11 dates across 11 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot. How many upcoming tour dates is Underoath scheduled to play? Underoath is scheduled to play 11 shows between 2024-2025. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot. When does the Underoath tour start? Underoath’s tour starts Feb 26, 2024 and ends on Oct 19, 2024. They will play 11 cities; their most recent concert was held in Downtown Miami at Emo's Not Dead Cruise and their next upcoming concert will be in Lyon at Halle Tony Garnier. What venues is Underoath performing at? As part of the Underoath tour, Underoath is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities: 2024 Tour Dates: Feb 26 - Downtown Miami, FL @ Emo's Not Dead Cruise Jun 01 - Fort Worth, TX @ Panther Island Pavilion Jun 07 - Nürnberg, BY @ Zeppelinfeld Jun 08 - Nürburg, Germany @ Nürburgring Betriebsgesellschaft GmbH Jun 13 - Hradec, Kr?lov?hradeck? kraj @ Rock For People Jun 13 - Interlaken, BE @ Interlaken Jun 19 - Copenhagen, Denmark @ Copenhell Festival Jun 20 - Dessel, Vlaanderen @ Graspop Metal Meeting Jun 22 - Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes @ Halle Tony Garnier Oct 04 - Birmingham, AL @ Sloss Furnaces Oct 19 - Las Vegas, NV @ Las Vegas Festival Grounds

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Without Helmets or Shoulder Pads: The American Way of Death in Football Conditioning will be published later this year by ECW Press. See the cover image now at our home page. Preorder information shortly. Muchnick’s jeremiad digs deeper than ever into the greed and hypocrisy of high school and college football and the trail of broken bodies left in their wake. His information on the perils of conditioning is essential reading and might save your kid’s life. – Robert Lipsyte (former New York Times columnist, author of SportsWorld)

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Word on the Runway: How do we find the resources ready to work? It's crunch time! With recent, unprecedented funding injections into the aviation and transportation industries, our workforce is sitting on the edge of a precipice: there are not enough talented professionals to face down the upcoming wave of work, which could knock us over the edge and cause American infrastructure to grind to a halt. How do we face this challenge and stand up to the coming wave? For more than 30 years, we have successfully delivered clients’ visions for projects, and as we continue to grow, we remain focused on continuing this legacy of excellence. As new challenges and opportunities continue to present themselves, we aim to be a valued voice and resource to our partners, clients and friends. We recently spoke with industry leaders Chris Decker, vice president of RDM International Inc., Brad Homan, associate vice president and aviation project manager at Michael Baker International, and our own Michael Feeney, cost specialist at Connico, to get their insights on how to find and allocate resources to facilitate new aviation projects as recruitment efforts continue to be challenging. We’re grateful to these prominent leaders for sharing their perspectives with us as we continue navigating the evolving industry landscape. In the latest installment of Connico’s Word on the Runway series, we asked: There are billions to spend on aviation projects, but how do we find the resources ready to work? Here’s what our experts said. Chris Decker, P.E., F.ASCE Vice President, RDM International Inc. With the current abundance of money induced into the system and available to aviation projects, we must rely more on key individuals and technology to facilitate the work. This is relevant to both a project’s engineering design and construction. The entire industry is supported in the fashion of a three-legged stool – production, quality and budget. With the proper planning and continuous transfer of key information, these three “legs” can support work together. However, when the resources required – people, materials and supplies – are stretched beyond their capable bandwidth, the end result will suffer. This occurs because these items conflict in an adversarial relationship when one does not have access to a “leg” appropriately allocated. A stronger understanding of the advancements in technology can assist with gaps in experienced personnel. Technology, when used optimally, can free personnel to focus on guiding production through the training of new staff. Without that guidance from experienced staff, both quality and budget can be thrown out the window. Recognizing strengths and weaknesses inside of a system can positively yield results in the allocation of current resources to maximize the benefits of a given project. This creates harmony in the balance going forward and can lead to continued success. Associate Vice President and Aviation Project Manager, Michael Baker International One of the primary challenges in acquiring aviation-specific resources is that we have limited aviation-specific education programs. This shortage is not only on aviation design projects, it also includes pilots, traffic controllers and many other aspects of our industry. We as an industry, individuals and our companies, need to start marketing aviation to junior high school kids. Oftentimes, if we wait until they get to high school, they have already been guided toward an interest or identified their own interests without even knowing about potential aviation careers. Additionally, our industry needs to partner with higher education institutions to develop aviation-specific career programs. The key is going to be getting kids interested in aviation at a young age. We all marveled over watching airplanes when we were kids, but few of us, including me, were aware of aviation career opportunities. Many of us continue to marvel over watching airplanes as adults, so this industry is a perfect fit to continue learning and exploring. Michael Feeney, P.E. Cost Specialist, Connico The main resource unavailable to both designers and builders is quality labor. The additional funding into the aviation industry can and should be leveraged to attract both new and seasoned designers, consultants, laborers and contractors from other market sectors to begin competing in the industry. If unsuccessful at adding additional talent, the industry will become stretched too thin, and the additional funding will be spent on higher profit margins and lack of competition on projects. As experts in consulting services, Connico is focused on providing extraordinary results for our clients. Our skilled team of planners, architects, engineers and consultants have transformed airports, roadways and communities across the country. Have a question you’d like to submit for our series or want to connect further with our team? Get in touch with us below!

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How to maintain business as usual during redundancies A practical guide for your organisation. Maintain business as usual during redundancies in this practical guide Preparing to make redundancies is never easy. Our guide provides you with informative and practical advice in 7 key focus areas to help you maintain a positive culture and business continuity during a challenging time. Dealing with redundancy can be tough for both those directly or indirectly affected. However, through a considered approach, you can continue to successfully support your employees, mitigate risks, and manage the process effectively. Driven from +30 years of organisational change experience, download our guide to find out how to: - Build an inclusive culture - Equip your managers - Prepare and communicate effectively - Plan for employee resistance - Address remote working - Approach the initiative with sensitivity - Support employee wellbeing Download the guide Complete your details on the form to download How to maintain business as usual during redundancies: A practical guide We are committed to protecting and preserving the privacy of our visitors when visiting our website or communicating electronically with us.

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Disclosure: This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/P&G. Who doesn’t love a good football game? I know for most food is the big thing that people focus on when getting ready for game day. There are so many food and fun traditions people have during game day like your Aunts famous dip or your cousins delicious pie. However one thing people need that’s important for game day is some beauty Game Day Traditions ! Procter and Gamble products like COVERGIRL, Gillette, Crest and more can help you and your family get set for game day, and they’re available at Walmart for every day low prices. Because I like to look nice no matter where I go here are a few favorites I incorporate into my beauty routine (and everyday life) To begin I want my smile and teeth looking their very best when I’m cheering for my team. So that’s why I turn to Crest Prohealth Advanced Toothpaste & Oral B Vitality Toothbrush. The Oral B Vitality tooth brush has some amazing features that will give you a complete and effective brushing routine. - Round brush removes more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush - MicroPulse bristles clean between teeth - Two-minute timer - Rechargeable battery - Indicator bristles fade when it’s time to replace your brush head And what tooth brush isn’t complete without some fantastic tooth paste? Team Conservamom’s favorite? Crest Prohealth Advanced Toothpaste Advance to Healthier Gums and Stronger Teeth from day 1* *vs ordinary toothpaste with continued use. Starts fighting plaque and protecting enamel form Day 1. I live in Florida so every part of my body needs to look good and that’s where I steal my hubby’s razor the Gillette Fusion ProGlide! This razor has FlexBall Technology for maximum contact with a precision trimmer on the back for accurate edging. It’s Gillette’s thinnest, finest razor blades for less tug and pull& best of all it has an enhanced Lubrastrip for smooth glide. When all is said and done makeup is my final touch! Since the eyes are the windows to the soul, it’s essential to make them look their best. That’s where COVERGIRL LashBlast Mascara comes in! It’s Available in three collections and gives 100% Volume best of all it’s available in regular or waterproof. Using COVERGIRL’s biggest brush ever you’ll have eyes that will score a touchdown! Everything you need to keep your #GameDayTraditions going is available at Walmart with products that will get you through Game Day and Everyday don’t forget to pick up this great selection along with all these great products below at Walmart! To find out more about these and all the great Procter & Gamble products featured above head over to traditionsforgameday.com Finally don’t forget to get Social with Procter & Gamble & Wamart! What Beauty Game day traditions do you do?

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todayJuly 13, 2021 Architect, James Lee Burgess, explains what is Mixed Reality in an accessible way. If you are hoping to understand MR this is an easy way to absorb it. James, who is super enthusiastic about Mixed Reality along with mentoring, collaboration and sustainability, also covers the Microsoft HoloLens and Trimble Connect. By the end of his interview, you will really get Mixed Reality, Plus you will understand how it is different from Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality. James illustrates perfectly how MR can be applied effectively in a commercial setting. The Mixed Reality interview is followed by our man on the ground, Pete The Builder. Ireland’s favourite TV builder, Pete Finn, will be discussing one of the biggest challenges of the moment – the rising costs of materials. This episode of Constructive Voices is sponsored by Viewpoint, a Trimble Company. Written by: Jackie De Burca

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For clinics in Canada and the USA: Clinics listed at these sites may be able to give a small grant to help pay for an abortion through the Justice Fund. There are funds throughout the US that may be able to give you a loan or grant for part of the costs of an abortion. Go to www.fundabortionnow.org/get-help to find the fund in your state, or call the National Network of Abortion Funds at 617-267-7161. You can also call the helpline at the National Abortion Federation for referrals and funding. The number is 1-800-772-9100 and the best times to call are between 6 and 11:00 PM EST Mon-Friday, noon-9:00 PM EST on Saturdays, or anytime on Sunday 9 AM -9:00 PM EST.

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Are you craving the classic comfort of apple pie, but following a paleo diet? You don’t have to miss out on this delicious dessert! With a few simple substitutions, you can enjoy a mouthwatering paleo-friendly apple pie that is just as tasty as the traditional version. In this article, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step recipe for creating the perfect paleo apple pie that will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you on track with your dietary goals. Ingredients for Paleo Apple Pie Crust Traditional pie crust is made with flour, butter, and sugar, which are not suitable for a paleo diet. However, you can easily make a paleo-friendly crust using the following ingredients: - Almond flour - Coconut flour - Coconut oil - Maple syrup or honey - Sea salt - Cold water These simple ingredients come together to create a delicious, flaky crust that provides the perfect base for your paleo apple pie filling. Paleo Apple Pie Filling The filling is the heart of any apple pie, and creating a paleo-friendly version is easier than you might think. Here’s what you’ll need for the perfect paleo apple pie filling: - Granny Smith apples - Coconut sugar or maple syrup - Ground cinnamon - Ground nutmeg - Lemon juice - Arrowroot powder By using natural sweeteners and thickening agents, you can achieve the same delicious apple pie filling without straying from your paleo diet. Now that you have all of your ingredients ready, it’s time to put it all together and bake the perfect paleo apple pie. Follow these simple instructions for a delectable dessert: - Start by preparing the crust. Mix the almond flour, coconut flour, coconut oil, maple syrup or honey, and sea salt in a bowl. Gradually add cold water and mix until a dough forms. - Once the crust dough is ready, roll it out between two sheets of parchment paper to prevent sticking. Carefully transfer the crust to a pie dish and press it gently to fit the bottom and sides of the dish. - In a separate bowl, combine the sliced apples, coconut sugar or maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and arrowroot powder. Toss the mixture until the apples are evenly coated. - Transfer the apple filling to the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly. - For the top crust, you can create a simple lattice design using strips of the remaining dough, or simply place the entire crust on top and make a few slits for ventilation. - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the pie for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. - Once baked, allow the pie to cool before slicing and serving. You can enjoy it on its own or with a dollop of coconut whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat. Frequently Asked Questions On Paleo Apple Pie/ What Are The Key Ingredients For Paleo Apple Pie? For a Paleo Apple Pie, the key ingredients include almond flour, coconut oil, apples, and a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup. How Can I Make A Paleo-friendly Apple Pie Crust? To make a Paleo-friendly apple pie crust, you can use a mixture of almond flour, coconut flour, coconut oil, and a natural sweetener like maple syrup. Mix the ingredients and press into a pie dish. Can I Substitute Almond Flour With Another Ingredient In The Apple Pie Filling? Yes, you can substitute almond flour with other Paleo-friendly options such as coconut flour or ground nuts for the apple pie filling. What Type Of Apples Work Best For Paleo Apple Pie? Choose firm and tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best results in your Paleo Apple Pie. There you have it – a delicious and satisfying paleo apple pie that you can enjoy without any guilt. By making simple substitutions and using natural ingredients, you can indulge in the flavors of a classic apple pie while staying true to your paleo lifestyle. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a special dessert, this paleo apple pie is sure to impress. So go ahead, preheat your oven and get ready to savor every bite of this delightful treat. Hi I’m Clara. Author of Cookyourdish.com. I’m trying my best to give you the latest information about Omaha steaks. Hope you enjoy my blogs.

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Healthcare shopping is actually altering the means consumers purchase medical products. It’s becoming much easier for individuals to order clinical products online and have them provided to their front door. The development of health shopping is actually generating clean options, however it additionally offers difficulties. Business marketing managed healthcare items need to have to dedicate to front-end risk mitigation. Selling direct-to-consumer is a massive opportunity in health care. PillPack is a wonderful instance of the, assisting consumers deal with on-going therapy or chronic illness by supplying 14-day products of medications broken down right into day-to-day packets. Numerous companies find it testing to be successful when offering medical-specific products online. The shipment of time-sensitive or radioactive items requires complex documents that needs to be actually automated to avoid sent back deliveries or fines. This are going to assist your client solution brokers to respond to inquiries a lot more promptly and also efficiently. This will save your customer company team opportunity and maintain the procedure fair for every person. Jeremy Miller FSA For consumers, purchasing health treatment products online is actually not as basic as purchasing for a new coat. Individuals are actually worried concerning a wide array of aspects, featuring dealer legitimacy, item top quality and protection, fraudulent item claims, and also the security of their individual wellness information (PHI). Unlike various other sectors, the medical industry has a strongly intricate supply establishment and also calls for special delivery of contaminated and also unsafe components. This makes it necessary to guarantee that the whole entire method, from getting to shipping, is actually seamless and efficient. Furthermore, consumers expect 24/7 company. A digitally enhanced omnichannel tactic is actually vital for the success of any sort of health care service. In addition, B2B omnichannel eCommerce services allow clinical devices makers to take advantage of AI and also Big Data analytics to recognize buyer identities, getting styles, demands, as well as yearns for. This permits them to deliver a remarkable getting knowledge for their consumers as well as ride growth. Capsule makes use of a B2B omnichannel strategy to deliver their wellness treatment services, consisting of swift shipping to patients’ houses, reside internet chat help, and also an app for physicians to place orders straight. The omnichannel model likewise assists to boost working efficiency as well as lessen costs by means of the use of computerization and also clever innovations. ERP-integrated e-commerce allows the monitoring of supply in true time as well as supplies better visibility for each source chain supervisors and also sales crews. This permits businesses to track and anticipate need, increase revenue margins, as well as lower general expenses. Alleviate of Investment Ecommerce is a kind of online purchasing that utilizes electronic communications technologies to promote the acquisition and sale of companies or even goods. It permits organizations to supply a selection of features to their customers like hassle-free buying and shipment, low prices, refund policies, customer support support, and a lot more. Shopping is used by companies and individuals worldwide. Medical care is actually a market that has taken advantage of eCommerce innovation in many methods. Telemedicine combined along with pharmaceutical shopping has made it achievable for individuals to get procedure and drugs in a method that is actually effective and extremely seamless. Patients may converse along with a medical professional about their symptoms, acquire a prognosis, as well as have actually medication supplied right to their doorstep all within a few hours. The growth of online markets has elevated concerns that unauthorized homeowners might be offering imitation or ran out health items to innocent consumers. Business that sell controlled items must function tougher to guarantee their consumers are actually receiving current, sensibly sourced, safe-to-use products. They likewise need to have to be able to track as well as trace their items in order to defend versus fraudulence as well as satisfy regulatory requirements. Along with a great deal at stake, it’s no wonder that companies in controlled sectors devote a lot more on cybersecurity than most various other business. And also it’s not astonishing that they are actually purchasing e-commerce to make the most of the significant possibilities in advance. Customers are actually worried concerning the resource, costs, as well as top quality of products they acquire online. As a result, it’s now feasible to verify the legitimacy of a product before obtaining it. In an identical blood vessel, the sector is actually additionally pursuing better rate transparency. Many customers are currently able to view approximated expenses for solutions, and even contrast costs with competitors. This is actually particularly practical for clients with higher deductibles, and also it’s additionally become a vital component of medical care monetary wellness programs. The health care eCommerce planet is actually swarming with policies and also requirements. As an example, specific medical units have to be actually transported in an unique means, and contaminated or harmful products need to be actually meticulously dealt with. This means that a small error or problem in shipping might suggest calamity for clients. This is actually why it is essential to possess a dependable customer care technique that ensures precision as well as dependability in every measure of the procedure. This features a clear as well as upgraded item magazine, the capability to ship purchases in a well-timed manner, and also clear communication with clients regarding hold-ups or even out-of-stock things. Individuals are regarded about a range of aspects, including homeowner credibility, product quality and security, deceptive item insurance claims, as well as the security of their individual health and wellness relevant information (PHI). Additionally, customers expect 24/7 solution. It allows businesses to provide a variety of features to their clients such as beneficial ordering as well as shipment, low costs, refund policies, consumer solution support, and more. The development of internet markets has actually elevated worries that unauthorized homeowners can be actually marketing bogus or ran out health and wellness products to unwary customers. Firms that sell controlled products should operate tougher to guarantee their clients are acquiring current, responsibly sourced, safe-to-use items.

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We bring you nearly three decades of experience, alongside a commitment to excellence and constant improvement, to ensure your projects receive the expertise they deserve. Earning your trust as a partner is our ultimate goal – that’s why we adopt your objectives as our own, just like an extension of your own team. By listening to and carefully analysing your needs, we are able to meet and even exceed your expectations, ensuring that our services are the best possible fit for your unique needs. Specialised linguists and many years of expertise enable us to handle a wide range of projects across different industries. Certification under two international standards, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 17100, gives us an edge with clearly defined procedures and quality metrics. We have the built-in flexibility to handle projects of all sizes and urgency to deliver what you need, when you need it. Want to discuss what we can do for you? “Having worked with Diskusija more than 8 years (since 2012), we value the professionalism, competence and quality of translations into various languages that they provide. Communication is always fast, kind and professional, too. We are happy to work with Diskusija.” “We value the professionalism demonstrated by Diskusija over the course of our partnership, which has lasted since 2012. We can rely on Diskusija’s translation quality and commitment to deadlines – these are very important factors for us. Their linguists are highly professional and accurate.” Brand Development Manager “We are a Baltic organisation, and timely, precise and consistent communication across borders is vital for us. We are happy to have DISKUSIJA, a trustworthy partner that helps us to build valuable content that is used throughout the Baltics. Every company has a language and voice which differentiate it. The professionals at DISKUSIJA put a great deal of effort into understanding and properly using our language while translating the texts. Additionally, we are happy with their project management skills and quality – our orders are managed very efficiently and the translations arrive on time.” Head of Communication Baltics “We are lucky to have such an experienced translation partner at our side. It is simple to leave our marketing materials in their hands, knowing the job will be delivered in a timely and professional manner. Our relationship has always been friendly, communicative and open, and we look forward to continual cooperation for many years to come.” Filuet Baltica Ltd. / official representative of Herbalife Nutrition in Baltic States “Since August 2002, Diskusija has been regularly providing translation services for B. Braun medical. What we value most is their professional approach and competence in translating medical and medical equipment texts. Our cooperation, based on a relationship of trust, saves us a great deal of time and effort.” B.Braun medical UAB “We have cooperated productively and successfully with Diskusija for a long time. This is a reliable company that takes care of its clients, from the friendly communication of its team to timely deliveries and consistent support. It is a pleasure to work with the Diskusija team because we always are confident in receiving a professional translation service.” Moog Medical, Viltechmeda UAB “I am thankful to Diskusija and praise the company for its friendly collaboration. From the very first contact, it is a pleasure to communicate and easy to organise work together. The right approach to the client and flexibility are your strengths! Good luck!” Ego Perfectus UAB “Diskusija translation agency does an excellent job and is a very reliable service provider. Always meeting the deadlines and delivering high-quality translations of complex technical texts. Thank you for your collaboration!” Communication & Marketing Specialist Inter Cars Lietuva “The service has been excellent. What we value most is swift communication and professional service quality. If Vilneda requires translation services over the coming months – I will have no hesitation in recommending Diskusija to my colleagues.” “Diskusija undeniably delivers the best translations we’ve ever had. We are thankful for your excellent service, which is both fast and attentive.”

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Cover Your Gray Fill in Powders with Pro-Growth Hair Color Touchup - 3 Color Options SKU: FS0183IG-01203IG UPC: This 2-Piece Set Includes both our Fill in Powder with Procapil AND our Pro-Growth Brush-in Hair Touchup with Castor Oil! Cover Your Gray Fill in Powder Are you experiencing thinning hair or balding spots? Get ready to love your hair again with Cover Your Gray Fill-In-Powder the leading tinted thinning hair solution. Formulated with Procapil, a patented complex of natural botanicals, Fill-In-Powder not only fills in thinning hair and/or balding areas, it also is working to help promote growth and prevent hair loss. Fill-In-Powder is rain proof, sweat proof and blends seamlessly so no one can tell you have it on. - Includes compact with mirror and brush applicator - Ideal for thinning hair, bald spots - Formulated with Procapil, a patented complex of natural botanicals that work to help promote growth and prevent hair loss - Fights follicle aging - Fortifies and rejuvenates hair with each application - Rain proof, sweat proof - Easily washes out with shampoo - Compatible with all hair color and hair types - No water needed, just apply to thinning or balding areas - Will not mat or clump Size: 0.24 oz / 6.8 g How to Use: Dab the brush in the powder and apply the powder to the scalp. Use the brush to blend it in. Be sure to stop about 1/4 inch before the hairline to avoid over coverage on forehead, ears or neck. Pro-Growth Brush-in Hair Touchup with Castor Oil Cover Your Gray's NEW Pro-Growth Brush-in Hair Touch-up with Castor Oil instantly covers gray hair with this practical mascara brush applicator and helps you target specific areas in your hair. Infused with castor oil to also help promote healthy hair growth. Perfect cover-up solutions for sideburns and scattered grays, and excellent for long hair when longer strokes are required. This Mascara Wand applicator is excellent for travel, fits perfectly in purses, clutches and pocket books. 0.25 oz / 7 g How to Use: Short Hair: Dab on using short strokes. Long Hair: Hold a section of hair and apply from root to end. After applying color, brush through to even out finish. Temporary hair color. Shampoo normally to wash out.

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Physicists have used droplets in a vibrating pool of silicon oil to replicate an effect known as a ‘quantum mirage’, in the latest in a series of experiments that create analogues of quantum-mechanical behaviour at a macroscopic level. The discoveries have gone hand in hand with a resurgence of interest in a century-old interpretation of quantum mechanics known as pilot wave theory. Pedro Saenz and colleagues at MIT, writing in Nature Physics, believe their study represents “a significant advance”, not only because of the result but also some of the methods they used to reach it. The pilot wave interpretation of quantum mechanics was first proposed by Louis de Broglie in 1923 to explain the famous wave-particle duality displayed by subatomic particles, in which they sometimes appear to behave as particles and sometimes as waves. He argued that if an electron created ripples in the electromagnetic field around itself, these ripples could in turn act as a “pilot wave” that would steer the particle’s movement in a way that would produce wavelike effects such as interference patterns. While the theory had no less than Albert Einstein in its corner, it was eventually discarded in favour of the Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanics, which holds that we can’t know what is “really” happening at the subatomic level. We can only use a mathematical construct called the wave function to predict the probability of finding a particle at a certain place and time. Though unpopular, the pilot wave idea has occasionally been updated, notably by David Bohm in the 1950s – who refuted some earlier arguments against the idea – and more recently by Luis de la Pena and others, who have brought the theory into line with some modern developments in particle physics. In 2005, French physicist Yves Couder and colleagues built a model pilot wave system in the lab. They discovered that if they took a shallow bath of silicon oil and shook it up and down at the right speed, they could add another droplet of oil to the surface and it would “walk” along it. When the droplet hits the surface of the bath, it bounces off, creating ripples. The ripples mean that the droplet, when it lands again, encounters a slightly tilted surface that pushes it off in one direction or another. In this way, the droplet moves over the surface of the oil, creating a “pilot wave” that directs its own future motion. While the motion of the droplet appears chaotic in the short term, over time complex patterns appear that correspond to the probability densities that are the currency of quantum theory. This set-up has since been used to demonstrate analogues of quantum behaviour including the double-slit experiment, the orbits of electrons in atoms, and tunnelling through seemingly impenetrable barriers. In the latest finding, Saenz and his fellow researchers created an analogue of the so-called “quantum mirage” effect, in which manipulating a single atom at a certain point in an electron trap can affect the behaviour of electrons elsewhere. They also used a much shallower bath of silicon oil than has been used in the past, which may allow finer control of the properties of the waves. While pilot wave theory is not poised to displace the standard interpretation of quantum mechanics any time soon, the steady accumulation of experimental evidence – even if indirect and working by analogy – is worth keeping an eye on.

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Critical media literacies and associated digital skills (LiDA104) is an open online course and its time to get started. The course materials are hosted on this web site. Learners participate and interact using their own personal learning environments. We will show you how to set these up during Session 0 which you should complete before the course starts. 5 things you should do before starting the course - Register on this course site by clicking on the user icon () in the site menu. This will enable you to submit microblog posts using WEnotes, manage your registered course blog url and receive course instructions via email. (Note: As an open course, registration is not mandatory and we will post copies of the course announcements on the course site.) - Familiarise yourself with the web site navigation to find out where the: - Review the course guide, in particular the: - Post a comment on the course feed page: - Log in to the course website - Type a comment in the text area at the top of the course feed page, for example, say hello to your fellow learners, and tell us why you are taking the course. - Click the “Post a WENote” button and after a few seconds you comment should appear in the course feed. - Complete the optional OERu new participant survey. There are a few things you should know about the Critical media literacies and associated digital skills (LiDA104) micro course. - Course tag: The course code is “LiDA104“. Write this down because you will use this course code for tagging your blog posts, forum posts and web sites which support hashtags, for example : “#LiDA104”. (These tags enable the OERu to automatically harvest posts from selected sites on the Internet for the course feed). - Course feed: The course hosts a live feed where you can monitor posts from WEnotes, registered participant blog posts using the “LiDA104” tag or label, the course forums site etc. - WEnotes is the locally hosted microblog technology for posting comments to the course feed from the course site. - Suggested study time: This is an asynchronous course which means you can participate at times which are convenient for your own schedule. The course is divided into 5 sessions (comprising 7 learning pathways) and is spread over two weeks. You should aim to spend approximately 2 hours per working day at times which suit your own schedule. However, as an open course you can sip and dip participating in the topics or activities you find interesting. The time you will need to successfully complete the learning challenges will vary according to your own experience and previous knowledge in using digital technologies. We estimate you will need about 20 to 25 hours hours of online study time to complete the course. Learners participating in this course for formal academic credit will need to allocate an additional 15 to 20 hours required for preparation of the final assignment. - International time zones: OERu courses typically register students across 24 time zones. You should study this course in your own time zone. For example, carry out the instructions for Tuesday on your Tuesday, not the time zone of your facilitators. - Using social media technologies: If you are new to using social media technologies, we provide instructions to help you set up your own personal learning environment during the orientation session. We recommend that you establish your personal learning environment before the course commences. Blogs are recommended and provide a good way to interact with course participants while maintaining control over your own content. You can create a personal course blog or use an existing blog. - Information overload: At times the aggregated feed can generate a large number of posts. You are not expected to read everything. Read what is current when you log in and follow the links which you find interesting. After a few days you will identify participants with similar interests and you can then follow these posters in the feed. - Learn by doing and sharing: Most of all, have fun! We are changing the world for the better by returning to the core value of sharing knowledge freely in education.

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Gas prices seem high now but the worst is yet to come, at least according to one industry insider in Wyoming. A Laramie-based gasoline distributor said the likelihood of seeing gas prices over $6 per gallon this summer is a certainty. It’s not that far off now. Tim Mandese, who tracks gas prices for Cowboy State Daily, reported on Friday that one gas station in Jackson is now charging $5.29 per gallon while the average in the state is $4.41. Supply And Demand Mintu Pandher, owner of Laramie-headquartered Akal Energy, said gas prices will continue to increase because the demand is there and supply is tight. And as long as these conditions remain, the prices aren’t going down. “We’re not seeing any demand destruction yet,” Pandher told Cowboy State Daily, referring to an economic phrase which means that high prices will eventually cause demand to drop. But Pandher said that phenomenon isn’t happening, likely because of the COVID pandemic. “People didn’t drive for two years so I think there’s a feeling like they have a right to drive now, regardless of price. They’re driving despite the gas prices,” he said. “Exporting Like Crazy” Pandher said the difference this year compared to 2008, when gas prices also soared, is the U.S. imported more oil than it does now. Plus, U.S. companies are exporting a lot more as well. “We are exporting like crazy,” he said, mentioning that the U.S. is now exporting more than 10 million barrels per day now compared to 8 million barrels a day a year ago. “East coast oil companies would much rather sell gas and diesel to Europe than local markets because our local consumers feel like gas should cost $1.99 or $2.99 a gallon,” he said. “They can make more money overseas.” Wyoming is certainly not alone in feeling the pinch although things are much worse in some other states. $9.50 Per Gallon One gas station in California on Friday recorded $9.50 per gallon in Mendocino, along the northern California coast. Although it won’t get that high in Wyoming, Pandher said but the $6 range can be expected. “Gasoline is a commodity,” he said. “The more demand for it, the higher the price.” Pandher said it’s easy to point the finger at oil companies and blame them but he said there’s no real bad guy. It’s a global economy and oil companies are merely trying to make money for their investors, he said. “These companies are publicly traded,” he said. “So it’s their obligation to make every single dollar and a penny for the investors. “They feel like they got hurt the last few years and they aren’t going to lose money,” he said. So when do things get back to normal? “When the demand drops. It’s up to the consumer,” he said.

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A Riverton man who spent the last three years behind bars for killing his suicidal best friend could now go free after a failure to Mirandize him led to his conviction being tossed and a new probation-focused plea agreement. Mario Mills, who was born in 1982, pleaded “no contest” Thursday to voluntary manslaughter for killing his best friend, Trevor Bartlett. The plea is treated as a guilty plea except that the defendant does not have to give a confession to be convicted. This can spare him from some civil culpability if there are later lawsuits. Mills’ plea came after he made a plea agreement this week with Fremont County Attorney Patrick LeBrun. LeBrun offered Mills a new sentence of five years’ probation, which would revert to an 8- to 15-year prison term if Mills violates the terms of his probation. The prosecutor also reduced the charge against Mills from murder to voluntary manslaughter. “I have spoken to Trevor’s mother,” said LeBrun, referencing Destin Walker. Though her son died from Mills’ gunshot, Walker defended Mills adamantly during his trial. Walker described her love for Mills as though he were another son to her, and she insisted he deserves another chance. “I will say that she has played a major role in this plea agreement,” said LeBrun. “And I do want her to have an opportunity to be present at (Mills’) sentencing.” During a raw and tearful police interview the day after Bartlett’s death, Mills told police that Bartlett was determined to die somehow, and had told Mills that he, Bartlett, had a list of people he wanted to kill before he died. Laramie County District Court Judge Thomas Campbell said during Mills’ change of plea hearing Thursday that he does not have to honor LeBrun’s promise of probation and can give a harsher sentence than the agreement defines. But if Campbell does choose a harsher sentence, Mills will get another chance to withdraw his no-contest plea and strike a new agreement or face a second trial, which Campbell called a “unique” feature of the deal. “(That’s) different than some plea agreements,” said Campbell. Mills, who appeared at the hearing by video link while sitting in a sunny dining room next to defense attorney Rob Oldham, listened quietly to Campbell and sipped from a portable coffee mug. Mills is out of both prison and jail now on bond. Three Years, No Freedom Mills has spent the last three years in jail and prison. He was arrested hours after Bartlett’s death in March 2020 and remained in jail throughout his prosecution. A trial jury convicted him of second-degree murder a year after Bartlett’s death. The court later sentenced Mills to between 20 and 25 years in prison. The Wyoming Supreme Court in December overturned Mills’ conviction because his arresting officer, Riverton Police Department Detective Jim Donahue, did not read Mills his Miranda rights, even while asking Mills what the high court called “accusatory” questions. Campbell told Mills on Thursday that he probably didn’t need to remind Mills of the possible consequences to which his no-contest plea would lead, but he would anyway. “In your particular circumstance, you’ve suffered all the consequences already, including prison time, because of the special nature – the nature of how you got here,” said Campbell. Still, Campbell discussed with Mills the ramifications of accepting a conviction for a violent felony, which include the loss of gun, voting, jury and public-office rights. New Report, Sort Of Campbell ordered Mills to report to probation and parole office researchers, who will update his pre-sentence investigation report from 2021. A pre-sentence investigation report is a synopsis of a defendant’s life and issues designed to acquaint the judge with that person before a judge sentences him or her. Campbell said Mills needs only to update his original report to account for the last two years of his life. “I’m guessing it’s a very brief update,” said Campbell, “because, unfortunately, he was in custody.” Once the report is finished, Campbell can sentence Mills. “(The prosecution is) not quite over, for the victims, the state or of course principally for Mr.Mills,” Campbell said. “We are on our way; we will see each other again at the sentencing proceeding.” In The Garage According to court documents and testimony, Mills shot Bartlett in the head while the pair were drinking and playing cribbage, then arguing, in Mills’ garage in March 2020. Mills’ wife originally reported the death as a suicide, but the wound and other patterns at the scene indicated the gun was farther from Bartlett’s head than a self-inflicted wound would allow.

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New York, January 10, 2020–The Indian Supreme Court ordered a review of the legal process used to implement the ongoing shutdown in Indian-controlled Kashmir today. The ruling affirmed that freedom of speech “using the medium of internet is constitutionally protected.” “The Indian government has used this shutdown to silence the people and press of Kashmir and limit access to information inside and outside the region,” said Aliya Iftikhar, CPJ’s senior Asia researcher. “The Supreme Court ruling is a welcome step towards greater transparency and due process surrounding internet censorship, and reaffirms that a free press is a vital tenet of democracy. The next step is for the government to immediately lift all restrictions.” At 159 days, the internet shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir is the longest ever recorded in a democracy, according to The Washington Post. CPJ has documented how the ongoing restrictions have created a climate of fear and pushed Kashmiri news media to an existential crisis.

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It initially looked to fly up from RAAF Base Amberley to Townsville where it completed another missed approach before then flying South to Rocky. A39-001 then returned to Amberley. A39-001 was heard to be flying as "Dragon 66". Sincere thanks to local plane spotter Scott H for taking the time to capture and send through these great photos! All photos taken by Scott Harris ©

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Plywood is often considered cheap and challenging to use when creating furniture with it. Thankfully, making furniture from plywood doesn’t have to be complicated or look bad. There are various methods you can consider to make your plywood furniture look good. You can make plywood furniture look good by using higher-grade plywood, sanding, and staining/painting it. Applying a quality finish to the plywood can give it an elegant finish, while molding or changing the texture can help disguise that it’s plywood. In the rest of this article, I will discuss several tips and tricks to improve the look of your plywood furniture. Plywood is a cheap material, but the furniture you make from it will look anything but this if you follow these steps. So, if you want to learn more about making your plywood furniture look good, read on! 1. Use High-Grade Plywood First, it’s essential to use high-grade plywood. The higher the grade of your plywood, the better your furniture will look. Plywood grade refers to the overall quality of the wood used in the plywood sheets. The most common grades of plywood are: - Grade A. This plywood is the highest grade and best for exposed wood projects like cabinets, desks, or chairs. Grade A is more expensive than other types of plywood, but it also has fewer imperfections and often comes pre-sanded. - Grade B. This grade is only slightly lower quality than A and generally has minor imperfections in the wood. With some work, this plywood can be excellent for exposed wood projects and usually has few wood knots. - Grade C. As you may have guessed, Grade C has more imperfections, and the wood is of slightly poorer quality. This wood is excellent for hidden projects like subflooring or sheds. The plywood isn’t the prettiest, but it will get the job done. - Grade D. This grade is the cheapest plywood you can purchase and is considered the lowest quality. 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There are tons of stunning laminate stickers on the market that mimic stonework like granite. These vinyl sheets stick to your furniture’s flat surface and will make it look like stone or whatever texture you selected. - Mimic wood grains with paint. Sometimes it’s incredibly apparent that a piece of furniture is made of plywood, especially if it doesn’t have wood grains. Luckily you can mimic wood grains using a brush and paint. If you’re patient, the result can be compelling. - Cover the plywood in another material. Another option is creating a concrete top if the furniture you’re making is a table. You can also add drywall before painting to create a different look. As you can see, the options are endless if you’re creative. There are several things you can try to change up the look of your plywood furniture. Most of these methods are pretty cost-effective and straightforward to do. Plus, they’re easily reversible if you don’t like how the plywood looks after it’s finished. 6. Stain the Plywood Staining your plywood furniture is a more obvious way to make it look good. Of course, using a stain will look best on high-grade plywood. However, for the most part, using an excellent stain will significantly improve the aesthetics of your furniture piece. Below are some great recommendations for plywood stain: The Best Stains To Use on Plywood As the name suggests, stains don’t completely cover the wood beneath them like paint. Instead, they stain a color onto the wood. Therefore, when staining plywood, it’s essential to ensure the wood has been sanded correctly and that you have picked a good stain. So here are a few of the best wood stains for plywood on Amazon: One of the best wood stains you can use is Minwax’s oil-based stain. This stain is fantastic because it comes in many shades and is known for applying evenly. The colors are also vibrant, easy to apply to plywood and dry quickly. In addition, you will generally only need 1-2 coats for your plywood furniture to look amazing. Another great brand of stain is Varathanes. This stain is fantastic since it mimics more natural wood colorations and penetrates deeply into the wood’s surface. Another benefit is that the stain only takes 1-2 hours to completely dry and can be found in over 20 different fast-drying colors/shades. If your plywood furniture is spending any time outdoors, using a hardy wood stain like this one is a great idea. Storm prides itself on the ability to keep your wood safe from UV rays and enhance the color of your wood. This stain works best on higher-quality plywood like Grade A, and the formula is fairly straightforward to use. 7. Apply a Coat of Paint If staining your plywood furniture doesn’t sound appealing, applying a good coat of paint is a great way to make the wood look great. Of course, prepping plywood before painting is extremely important. Additionally, if you don’t purchase paint with a primer already in it, you will need to prime the wood before painting it. Here are some of the best paints to use for plywood furniture: The Best Paints for Plywood Furniture There are several paints on the market, and choosing one that will look great on your plywood furniture can be tricky. As mentioned above, not all paints contain primers, and not all paint types will look good on plywood. So, here are my top picks for great plywood paints you can buy on Amazon: This paint is an excellent option for plywood since the paint is creamy and leaves a chalky finish. It also adds a distressed or old-fashioned feel, carefully disguising the plywood furniture. This product is excellent because it’s eco-friendly and contains a primer and a topcoat. The Country Chic brand is also excellent if you want to mix colors that will easily blend. This brand is well known for providing an excellent finish to your paint projects. A milk paint finish will ensure your furniture has a more high-end look. This paint is a fantastic option because it comes in several colors and it’s water-based. This paint will also dry with a more matte instead of a glossy look. This excellent paint is explicitly made to be applied to indoor furniture and is considered non toxic. Additionally, Jolie’s paint comes in a variety of colors and no preparations like sanding or priming to apply with ease. The formula is water-based and dries to a matte finish in as little as 30 minutes. 8. Use a Smooth Finish Lastly, applying a good finish over the paint or stain is essential if you want your plywood furniture to look good. Fortunately, most paints and stains available today contain some top coat already. However, it’s essential to double-check as finishes help prevent chipping and future discolorations. Making plywood furniture look good is much easier than you might think. The most important thing is to be creative and to prepare the wood for stains or paint. Using a well-sanded high-quality hardwood piece of plywood will also help make your furniture look better. The time and effort you put into making your plywood furniture look better will show. So do your best to increase its quality where you can. - Family Handyman: 13 Ways to Get Creative with Plywood Furniture - Handymans World: 9 Ways to Make Plywood Look Good - The Plywood: How to Make Plywood Look Nice - Vinawood: How to Make Plywood Smooth and Shiny [7 Plywood Finishing Ideas] - Home Improvement Scout: How to Make Plywood Look Good? - Home Depot: Types of Plywood - Woodworking Clarity: How To Make Plywood Smooth And Shiny - Wood Turner: The Nitty Gritty of Sanding for Woodturners - AIA: Why Architects Shouldn’t Overlook Paint Primers - Instructable Workshop: Making High End Furniture From Plywood – DIY Modern Dining Table

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While October’s well-known for trick-or-treating, candy, and carving pumpkins, it’s known as the National Orthodontic Month to orthodontists across the world and in Cypress, TX. Conveying the importance of oral health to both children and adults, focusing primarily on braces. Braces are one of the most feared orthodontic procedures among children and adults, but they’re an important part of maintaining good oral health. They help treat a variety of oral conditions and help many people regain their self-confidence. Why Braces Are Needed For Certain Oral Conditions Two conditions that often require braces include an overbite and a underbite, also known as misaligned bites. Misaligned bites wear teeth down and can lead to chipped or cracked teeth, if left untreated. In addition, misaligned teeth are harder to brush and floss efficiently, leaving sufferers vulnerable to tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease. More so, without proper oral hygiene practices, bacteria builds up in the mouth and can travel to other parts of the body causing health problems or make current health conditions worse. By getting braces to treat these conditions, patients can avoid a long list of other oral problems in the future and can clean their teeth effectively. Benefits Of Braces Aside from correcting problematic oral conditions and preventing further damage, braces offer many other benefits that often go overlooked. One benefit of braces includes an improvement in self-confidence in both adults and children. Having a misaligned bite or crooked teeth can make it hard for anyone to speak or smile in public. Children, often get teased by their peers and adults may find it hard to involve themselves in romantic situations, when their smile’ s less than perfect. While having braces may not offer a boost in confidence, the straight teeth and near perfect alignment that follows, will. If you or a loved one need braces in Cypress, TX, contact Dr. Benjamin Creed at Creed Orthodontics. Dr. Creed is a Board Certified Orthodontist, and has helped hundreds of people on their journey to a better smile. Make your appointment today!

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Cruise lines may be able to increase their onboard revenues, bringing them closer to those earned in hotels, according to Stanley Buchin, senior vice president of Temple, Barker & Sloane, Inc. According to Sloane, cruise passengers spend $6 a day in the casino, compared to $100 a day spent by visitors to Las Vegas. In addition, cruise lines devote two square feet of gambling space to each passenger, and one slot machine for every 10 passengers, compared to 12 square feet per person and one slot machine per four guests in Las Vegas. Although the discrepancy should not come as a surprise, given the difference in purpose of the two types of vacation, Buchin said there were ways for the cruise lines to narrow the gap. “Passengers complain that there is not enough diversity in cruise ship casinos, especially in table games. They also claim that the odds on cruise ship slots are not as good as they are in Vegas.” Buchin said the lines might earn more in the casinos if they offered gambling demonstrations early in the cruise, and placed brochures in the cabins explaining how to play the various games. Other ideas Buchin suggested for increasing revenues included keeping casinos open later; making them more convenient to use by placing them near entertainment and dining rooms; and making it easier for passengers to establish lines of credit.

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Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has announced a new incentive program called Sell to Sail that offers travel agents the opportunity to earn their own free cruise when they make three new bookings on any upcoming 2010 voyages. The bookings must be made, and deposits received, between June 15 and October 1, 2010. “This is a great opportunity for our travel agent partners to boost their sales and receive a generous personal reward in the process,” said Steve Tucker, Silversea’s vice president of field sales for North America. “In addition to their usual commission, they’ll be able to enjoy for themselves the fascinating destinations, personalized service and all-inclusive amenities a Silversea cruise offers.” Agents who qualify must submit a redemption form by October 1, 2010 and take their cruise on or before March 31, 2011. The redemption form and complete program details are available in the travel agent section of Silversea’s website, Silversea.com/TravelAgents. Silversea Cruises is recognized as an innovator in the luxury segment, offering guests large-ship amenities aboard its intimate, all-suite vessels: Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper and Silver Spirit — all designed to offer an atmosphere of conviviality and casual elegance. With the inclusion of the regal expedition ship Prince Albert II, the company’s itineraries encompass all seven continents.

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Norwegian Cruise Line has invited all audience members and their families from today’s episode of Katie Couric’s talk show, Katie, onboard the exclusive inaugural sailing of the line’s newest ship, Norwegian Breakaway, over Mother’s Day weekend, May 10 – 12, 2013. In the “Katie Gives Back: Holiday Extravaganza,” the talk show’s audience included 150 New York-area mothers who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. During the grand prize giveaway, Norwegian Breakaway’s godmothers, the legendary Rockettes, presented the audience with the cruise giveaway which will include a weekend of spectacular dining, entertainment and fun, as the best of New York sails to sea aboard Norwegian Breakaway. “As a New Yorker, I know firsthand the kind of damage Hurricane Sandy inflicted on this area,” said Kevin Sheehan, chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line. “We are so pleased to offer these deserving families a chance to relax and reconnect during our exclusive inaugural sailing of Norwegian Breakaway, to experience the luxury, incredible amenities and wonderful service that New York’s ship has to offer.” Setting sail from her year-round homeport of New York City in May 2013, the 4,000 passenger Norwegian Breakaway is the most-anticipated new ship of 2013. The ship will arrive in New York on May 7, 2013 and begin weekly summer seven-day cruises to Bermuda on Sunday, May 12, 2013. From October 2013 through April 2014, New York’s ship will offer voyages from the heart of Manhattan to the Bahamas & Florida and the Southern Caribbean.

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Trading volume were boosted by trend events, such as the rise of “Chinese” coins. And also etherium Arbitrum, led to an increase in cryptocurrency trading activity In the first quarter of 2023, the total trading volume of the 15 largest exchanges reached $10.8 trillion, with an increase of more than 40% compared to the fourth quarter of 2022. This is stated in the report of the analytical platform TokenInsight. Changes in trading volume and market share of exchanges. These are parameters that directly indicate the rise or fall of the crypto industry. Bitcoin’s price recovery in the first quarter of the year was the most important factor. Which caused an active increase in trading volume. Binance still holds the largest market share with 55% of trading volume. This is despite a slight decline in its share – it was 60% in the fourth quarter of 2022. OKX and Bybit, as at the end of last year, occupy the second and third places, respectively. Spot trading volume on the top ten exchanges totaled $2.4 trillion between January and March, up 16% from the previous period. Derivatives trading volume on the top 10 exchanges totaled $7.8 trillion, up 30%. In addition to the rise in the price of Bitcoin, many trending events occurred in the first quarter. For example, the growth of “Chinese” coins and the Arbitrum Airdrop (ARB). This led to increased activity in derivatives trading, according to our experts. Binance, OKX and Bybit exchanges collectively accounted for 85% of the cryptocurrency derivatives market in the first quarter of this year. The report also noted that most native crypto exchanges’ tokens closed the first quarter with an increase in price. Only LEO Token (LEO) from Bitfinex and HT from Huobi fell in price. The only exchange token that outperformed Bitcoin and Ethereum in growth was BGB (Bitget exchange). And it was up 120%. The token Gate (GT) of the exchange Gate.io and OKB (OKB) from OKX rose in price by more than 50%. In addition, our experts note that in early April it became known. That the monthly trading volume on decentralized exchanges renewed the maximum since May 2022. Rapid growth of cryptocurrency trading on DEX platforms began in March amid the bankruptcies of U.S. banks. Hackers attacked Binance network for $500 million. Now BNB Chain will decide the fate of blocked crypto-assets that hackers did not have time to withdraw Hackers stole over $544 million worth of cryptocurrency from Binance network. But did...

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FTX Could Soon Purchase Stake in BlockFi: Report The deal would follow a $250 million credit line announced earlier this week. - Crypto exchange FTX is in talks to purchase stake in BlockFi, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal today. - BlockFi received a $250 million line of credit from FTX earlier this week, suggesting the firm is in need of funding. - FTX and related companies have made other investments and acquisitions over the past several months. Share this article The popular crypto exchange FTX could soon purchase a stake in the lending firm BlockFi, according to the Wall Street Journal. FTX Is in Talks With BlockFi FTX and BlockFi are reportedly discussing the possibility of the former firm purchasing a stake in the latter. Insiders suggest that discussions between the two companies are ongoing. No final decision has been reached and the amount of money under discussion has not been disclosed. BlockFi secured a $250 million line of credit from FTX earlier this week. Zac Prince, CEO of BlockFi, stated that the loan would strengthen the firm’s balance sheet and platform strength. Despite Prince’s positive spin on the deal, BlockFi’s decision to seek out a loan seems to point to financial issues. Plus, the firm liquidated its position in Three Arrows Capital (3AC) and cut 20% of its workforce this month. Those events have collectively provoked rumors of low liquidity at BlockFi. As such, FTX’s possible decision to purchase a stake could provide BlockFi with much-needed funding. FTX Is Investing in Other Firms Sam Bankman-Fried, founder and CEO of FTX, has taken an interest in a number of other cryptocurrency companies. Alameda Research, also headed by Bankman-Fried, has acquired a stake in the Canadian crypto brokerage Voyager Digital. Additionally, Alameda extended a credit line of $200 million in cash and 15,000 BTC to Voyager this month. Those funds seem to be intended to help Voyager recover from a failed deal with Three Arrows Capital (3AC), to which it loaned that amount. Voyager claims that 3AC owed it $667 million. In other deals this year, Bankman-Fried invested in Robinhood, gaining 7.6% stake for $648.3 million. FTX acquired Bitvo this month, while FTX.US acquired Embed Financial. FTX appears to be in a strong position. CoinGecko ranks FTX as the second-largest fully trusted exchange, with $2 billion in trading volume over the past 24 hours. Disclosure: At the time of writing, the author of this piece owned BTC, ETH, and other cryptocurrencies.

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Table of Contents Whether it’s mutual funds, bank deposits, insurance, or gold, people always turn to the stock market for a return. For centuries, investors have trusted stocks as a way to diversify risk and potentially earn higher returns. While stocks are a long-term bet, there are many benefits of investing in them. In this blog, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about stock market basics and investing in stock funds like mutual funds. What Are Stocks? Stocks are shares of stock in a public company. They can be shares of a company’s stock market capitalization or shares of ownership of the company itself. The stock market is the place where stocks are bought and sold. Companies issue stock to fund their businesses, and investors who think the business will be successful in the future buy those stocks. In exchange for the shares, investors receive dividends and any appreciation in the share price of the company. However, stocks can also decrease in value if the company runs out of money. The stock market is an aftermarket where people who own shares in the company can sell them to other investors who want to buy them. – Stocks are an important part of investing as they provide shareholders with an ownership interest in a public company. – Stocks are issued by companies to raise capital for their business, and investors purchase shares based on their expectations for a specific stock’s performance. – The stock market is a marketplace for stocks, allowing investors access to a wide range of stocks from various companies. – Stocks give investors a stake in a public company, which provides exposure to the business’ financial performance and liquidity. – Stocks represent ownership interest in a public entity, an asset that can appreciate or depreciate depending on market conditions – Stocks provide an opportunity to invest in companies with promising growth potential, thereby offering high returns on investment. How Does the Stock Market Work? The stock market is a public marketplace for buying and selling stocks. Buyers and sellers come together to negotiate stock trades. The stock market operates like an auction where buyers want the lowest price and sellers want the highest price. The stockbrokers place bids and asks to show their willingness to buy or sell stock. The difference between the best bid and ask is called the “spread”. This spread helps investors determine the price of a stock. S&P 500 stocks average a spread of 0.55% per day, which means that stocks with a higher average price generally have a wider spread, indicating that buyers are willing to pay more for them. Besides, stock markets are efficient because of technology and market liquidity. – In other words, investors can easily find shares for sale at any time, making it possible for investors to buy when prices are low and sell when prices are high. Also, new companies seek funding from investors quickly than ever before, deepening the pool of potential investors in the market and driving up volatility – a function of liquidity . Thus , playing in stock markets is becoming easier by day-to-day exchange of funds but remain as lucrative as ever thanks to globalization and new technology breakthroughs – e.g., decimalization of stocks . What is the Stock Market? The stock market is the collective places where people can buy and sell stocks, including stock exchanges such as the NYSE and Nasdaq. It is also known as public markets for issuing, buying, and selling stocks. The stock market is where buyers and sellers come together to trade shares in eligible companies. Investors can go to stock exchanges or stock market facilities to buy shares of various companies. They can also go on-boarded exchange platforms like e-shares to trade stocks electronically. Indexes such as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average track the collective price movements of large and significant companies’ stocks. These indexes are used by investors and financial analysts to track market trends. They also serve as a benchmark for trading stocks. The stock market has implications for investors’ wealth creation and investment returns. Through it, investors can gain access to a wide range of securities at a reasonable price point with minimal effort. Besides, it helps them keep abreast of market developments quickly and easily. The stock market can be accessed a variety of ways, which makes it one of the most accessible financial markets in the world. Investing Strategies for Beginners – There are two main investing strategies when trading stocks: value investing and growth investing. – Value investors aim to purchase stocks of companies with strong underlying fundamentals and price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios that are below average. Income is a primary focus of this strategy. – Growth investors seek stocks with high price-to-book value, revenue, and earnings (PBR) ratios. When value and growth investments overlap, the result is a stock that has both strong fundamentals and a high P/E ratio. It is important for new investors to understand the difference between these two approaches and choose a strategy that suits their individual preferences and risk tolerance. – Before investing real money, try a simulator to practice stock trading. This can help new investors develop a better understanding of stock market investing basics. To take advantage of the stock market, new investors should consider investing over time and avoiding short-term trading. Benefits of Investing in the Stock Market Investing in stocks can provide returns through dividends or capital appreciation. Investing in stocks can help companies raise money to expand their business. This, in turn, helps them become profitable and successful. Investing in stocks can also help investors share in the profits of the companies they invest in. Investment funds such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer investors a way to diversify their portfolio without having to research individual stocks individually. These funds are easy to access and have low fees. Investments through initial public offering (IPOs) can help private companies raise money from the public. Since an IPO is a public offering of stock, it allows investors to access new stock at a discounted price and provides investors with new shares of the company’s profits. Finally, retirement accounts such as 401(k)s offer investors tax-advantaged ways to save for retirement. With these investments, there are many benefits that come with investing in stocks Investing in stocks is a great long-term investment. But it requires sound financial and stock market knowledge, as well as the ability to make sound investment decisions. Investing in stocks isn’t a get-rich-quick scheme. It requires time and patience. If you do understand the stock market and its workings, you stand a better chance of succeeding over the long term. Remember, investing in stocks is about being patient – not about getting rich overnight!

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As a collective, we have witnessed the incredible journey of Bitcoin’s price, from its humble beginnings in 2009 to its current global phenomenon status. In 2023 alone, Bitcoin’s price soared by a remarkable 119%, reaching an impressive $36,500. However, this journey has not been without challenges, as we have observed dramatic dips and surges throughout its history. Looking ahead, experts predict fluctuations between $30,000 and $40,000 by the end of 2023, with the potential for Bitcoin to reach $80,000 by 2025. Join us as we analyze the factors driving Bitcoin’s price movements and explore its future possibilities. - Bitcoin’s price has experienced significant volatility, with highs of $68,789.63 in 2021 and lows of $15,760 in December 2022. - Despite this volatility, Bitcoin has shown strong growth, with a current price of $36,500, up 119% from the start of 2023. - Institutional investors have been attracted to Bitcoin as an inflation-proof asset, and there is positive sentiment that Bitcoin spot ETFs will be approved by the SEC in the near future. - Looking ahead, Bitcoin’s price is predicted to stabilize around $35,000 by the end of 2023, and could reach $80,000 by the end of 2025. Current Bitcoin Price Currently, as of [insert specific date and time], the price of Bitcoin is [insert current price]. The factors affecting Bitcoin price are numerous and complex. Market sentiment towards Bitcoin plays a crucial role in its price fluctuations. When market sentiment is positive, investors are more likely to buy Bitcoin, driving up its price. Conversely, negative sentiment can lead to selling pressure and a decline in price. Additionally, external factors such as regulatory developments, economic conditions, and technological advancements also influence Bitcoin’s price. For example, news of a potential Bitcoin ETF approval by the SEC can generate optimism and attract more investors. On the other hand, negative news or events, like regulatory crackdowns or security breaches, can significantly impact market sentiment and lead to price volatility. Understanding these factors and monitoring market sentiment is essential for making informed decisions in the volatile world of Bitcoin. Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index What does the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index reveal about investor sentiment towards Bitcoin? The Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index is a popular metric used to gauge the emotions and sentiment of investors in the Bitcoin market. It measures factors such as volatility, market momentum, social media sentiment, and surveys of market participants to determine whether investors are feeling fearful or greedy. The index ranges from 0 to 100, with higher values indicating extreme greed and lower values indicating extreme fear. Here are five key factors that influence the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index: - Volatility: High levels of volatility in the Bitcoin market can lead to increased fear among investors. - Market Momentum: Positive momentum and upward price trends can drive greed and optimism among investors. - Media Coverage: Positive or negative media coverage can influence investor sentiment towards Bitcoin. - Market Sentiment: Social media sentiment and surveys of market participants can provide insights into investor sentiment. - Overall Market Conditions: General market conditions, including macroeconomic factors and regulatory developments, can impact investor sentiment towards Bitcoin. Understanding the impact of investor sentiment on the Bitcoin price is crucial for predicting future price movements and making informed investment decisions. By analyzing the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index and its influencing factors, investors can gain valuable insights into market sentiment and potentially identify profitable trading opportunities. Bitcoin’s Historical Price Action Throughout its history, Bitcoin has experienced significant price fluctuations and has witnessed both surges and dips in its value. The volatility of Bitcoin’s price is well-documented, with rapid and substantial price movements occurring within short periods of time. Several factors influence Bitcoin’s price, including market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory developments, macroeconomic conditions, and technological advancements. To gain a deeper understanding of Bitcoin’s historical price action, let’s take a look at the following table: |Highest Price (USD) |Lowest Price (USD) As we can see, Bitcoin’s price has experienced remarkable growth over the years, reaching its all-time high of $68,789.63 in 2021. However, it has also faced significant downturns, such as the drop to $15,760 in December 2022 during the crypto winter. These price fluctuations highlight the inherent volatility of Bitcoin and the need for investors to exercise caution. Factors influencing Bitcoin’s price include market sentiment, regulatory decisions, media coverage, economic conditions, and technological advancements. For example, positive news regarding institutional adoption or regulatory clarity often leads to price surges, while negative news or regulatory crackdowns can trigger price declines. Additionally, macroeconomic factors such as inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical events can impact Bitcoin’s price as investors seek alternative assets. Bitcoin’s Price Prediction for 2023 Continuing the discussion from the previous subtopic, looking ahead to 2023, we predict Bitcoin’s price will continue to experience fluctuations driven by various factors. Here are some key points to consider: - Bitcoin’s price volatility: The cryptocurrency market is known for its high volatility, and Bitcoin is no exception. We can expect the price of Bitcoin to continue experiencing significant ups and downs in 2023. - Factors affecting Bitcoin’s price: Several factors will influence Bitcoin’s price in the coming year. These include market demand and adoption, regulatory developments, macroeconomic conditions, and investor sentiment. - Institutional involvement: Institutional investors have shown increasing interest in Bitcoin as an inflation-proof asset. Their entry into the market could drive up demand and potentially impact the price. - Regulatory landscape: The approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs by the SEC could have a significant impact on the market. Positive sentiment surrounding this possibility could contribute to price appreciation. - Market sentiment: Retail interest in Bitcoin has been following institutional investment, and positive market sentiment can play a role in driving up the price. As we move into 2023, it is crucial to closely monitor these factors and their potential impact on Bitcoin’s price. Bitcoin’s Price Prediction for 2024 As we transition to the topic of Bitcoin’s price prediction for 2024, let us delve deeper into the factors that may influence its value. One crucial factor to consider is the impact of US interest rates. If the US Federal Reserve decides to cut interest rates in 2024, it could potentially benefit the crypto market, including Bitcoin. Lower interest rates tend to make alternative investments like cryptocurrencies more appealing to investors seeking higher returns. Additionally, regulatory clarity could also have a significant impact on Bitcoin’s price in 2024. Draft legislation in the US that creates clear regulations for crypto investments could reduce uncertainty for investors, leading to increased confidence and potentially attracting more capital into the market. Furthermore, the growing confidence in the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs by the US SEC could open up trillions of dollars of assets for investment in Bitcoin, further driving its price. These factors combined could shape the trajectory of Bitcoin’s price in 2024. Bitcoin’s Price Prediction for 2025-2030 By the end of 2025, we expect Bitcoin to experience a significant rise in value, reaching $80,000, representing a gain of 120% from its current price. This prediction is based on several factors that will shape Bitcoin’s future: - Bitcoin’s adoption rate: As more individuals and institutions embrace Bitcoin as a store of value and a means of transaction, the demand for Bitcoin will increase, putting upward pressure on its price. - Government regulations: The role of government regulations in Bitcoin’s future cannot be underestimated. Favorable regulations that provide clarity and support for the cryptocurrency industry can boost confidence among investors and drive the price of Bitcoin higher. - Technological advancements: Continued advancements in blockchain technology and infrastructure will enhance the efficiency and scalability of Bitcoin, making it more attractive to users and potentially driving up its price. - Global economic conditions: Bitcoin’s price is influenced by global economic conditions, such as inflation, geopolitical events, and monetary policies. Economic uncertainties and inflationary pressures can drive investors towards Bitcoin as a hedge against traditional fiat currencies. - Halving events: Bitcoin’s halving events, which occur approximately every four years, can have a significant impact on its price. These events reduce the rate at which new Bitcoins are created, potentially creating a supply shortage and driving up the price. It is important to note that while these factors suggest a positive outlook for Bitcoin’s price in the future, the cryptocurrency market is highly volatile and subject to sudden shifts in sentiment and external factors. Therefore, investors should exercise caution and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Institutional Investors and Bitcoin With the growing interest and participation of institutional investors, Bitcoin has become an increasingly attractive asset for long-term investment. The impact of institutional adoption on Bitcoin cannot be underestimated. Institutions bring significant capital and credibility to the cryptocurrency market, driving up demand and pushing prices higher. Moreover, Bitcoin’s role in diversification cannot be ignored. As traditional investment vehicles face uncertainties, institutional investors are turning to Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation and economic instability. To illustrate the impact of institutional adoption and Bitcoin’s role in diversification, consider the following table: |Impact of Institutional Adoption |Bitcoin’s Role in Diversification |Increased market liquidity |Reduced portfolio risk |Enhanced price stability |Potential for higher returns |Improved market efficiency |Exposure to non-correlated asset |Expanded investor base |Protection against traditional market downturns |Increased mainstream acceptance |Hedge against inflation and economic instability The influx of institutional investors into the Bitcoin market is reshaping the investment landscape and cementing Bitcoin’s position as a viable long-term asset. This trend is likely to continue as more institutions recognize the potential of Bitcoin as a valuable addition to their investment portfolios. Regulatory Developments and Bitcoin In light of regulatory developments, our focus now turns to the impact of government regulations on Bitcoin. Here are five key points to consider: Regulatory clarity: The crypto market has been eagerly awaiting clear guidelines from governments regarding the legality and regulation of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin. Regulatory clarity is essential for fostering institutional adoption and attracting mainstream investors. Institutional adoption: The involvement of institutional investors is crucial for the long-term growth and stability of Bitcoin. As regulatory frameworks become clearer, institutions are increasingly recognizing the potential of cryptocurrencies as an asset class and are allocating funds to Bitcoin. Government oversight: Governments around the world are taking a closer look at Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, aiming to strike a balance between protecting investors and fostering innovation. Stricter regulations and oversight measures may be implemented to ensure transparency and mitigate risks associated with digital currencies. Spot Bitcoin ETFs: There is growing optimism that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will approve the launch of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The approval of these ETFs could open up significant opportunities for investors, as trillions of dollars could flow into Bitcoin through regulated investment vehicles. Global coordination: Governments and regulatory bodies are recognizing the need for global coordination in regulating cryptocurrencies. Collaborative efforts among countries can help establish consistent regulatory frameworks that promote innovation while safeguarding against illicit activities. As governments continue to grapple with the regulatory challenges posed by Bitcoin, achieving regulatory clarity and fostering institutional adoption will be crucial for the future growth and mainstream acceptance of the cryptocurrency. Potential Impact of Bitcoin ETFs As we delve into the potential impact of Bitcoin ETFs, it is important to consider the growing optimism surrounding their approval and the significant opportunities they could bring to investors. The approval of Bitcoin ETFs could have a profound impact on the price of Bitcoin. ETFs would allow a wider range of investors to easily gain exposure to Bitcoin, potentially leading to increased demand and driving up the price. The potential benefits of Bitcoin ETF approval are numerous. Firstly, it would provide a regulated and accessible investment vehicle for institutional and retail investors, increasing market liquidity. Additionally, it would enhance Bitcoin’s legitimacy as a mainstream asset class and potentially attract more institutional capital. Furthermore, it could lead to greater price stability and reduced volatility, making Bitcoin a more attractive investment option for risk-averse investors. Overall, the approval of Bitcoin ETFs has the potential to significantly impact the Bitcoin market and open up new avenues for investment. Bitcoin Halving and Its Effect on Price After analyzing Bitcoin’s price history and predictions, we can explore the impact of the Bitcoin halving on its price. Effect of halving on bitcoin price: Bitcoin halving is a process that occurs approximately every four years, reducing the block reward given to miners by 50%. Historically, halvings have been followed by significant price increases, as the reduced supply of new bitcoins creates scarcity. The previous two halvings in 2012 and 2016 resulted in substantial bull runs and new all-time highs for Bitcoin. Many analysts and experts believe that the upcoming halving in 2024 will have a positive effect on Bitcoin’s price, potentially driving it to new heights. The halving event is seen as a fundamental catalyst that highlights Bitcoin’s scarcity and reinforces its store of value narrative. Potential risks of halving on bitcoin market: While halvings have historically led to price increases, there are potential risks and uncertainties associated with the event. Market expectations and sentiment play a crucial role in determining the price movement after a halving. If market participants have already priced in the halving and anticipate a significant price increase, it may lead to a sell-off after the event. External factors such as regulatory actions or global economic conditions can also impact Bitcoin’s price and overshadow the effects of the halving. It is essential to consider these potential risks and market dynamics when assessing the impact of the halving on Bitcoin’s price. Analyst Sentiment and Potential Corrections Continuing our analysis, we examine analyst sentiment and potential corrections in the volatile world of Bitcoin. Analyst predictions suggest that Bitcoin may be due for a potential market correction in the near future. While the cryptocurrency has experienced significant surges and reached new all-time highs, it is important to consider the possibility of a price decline. Market analysts are closely monitoring Bitcoin’s price action and indicators such as the Fear and Greed index to gauge investor sentiment. Despite the positive momentum and institutional interest, there is always a risk of a correction in any market, including Bitcoin. Investors should be prepared for potential fluctuations and consider diversifying their portfolios to mitigate risks associated with such corrections. Frequently Asked Questions What Factors Contributed to the Dramatic Collapse in Bitcoin’s Momentum in Mid-August? The key factors that contributed to the dramatic collapse in Bitcoin’s momentum in mid-August were the selling off of BTC holdings by SpaceX and the resulting impact on market sentiment analysis. However, there are recovery prospects as retail interest follows institutional investment. How Do Institutional Investors View Bitcoin as an Asset? Institutional investors see Bitcoin as a valuable asset with future potential. They view it as a way to diversify their portfolios and hedge against inflation. Its decentralized nature and limited supply make it attractive for long-term investment. What Regulatory Developments Are Expected to Provide Clarity for Crypto Investments? Regulatory clarity for crypto investments is expected to be provided by upcoming developments. This will reduce uncertainty for investors and create a more favorable environment for the crypto market to thrive. What Potential Impact Could the Approval of Bitcoin ETFs Have on the Market? The approval of Bitcoin ETFs could have a significant impact on the market dynamics. It would likely increase institutional investment, opening up trillions of dollars of assets and potentially driving up the price of Bitcoin. How Does the Bitcoin Halving Event Affect the Price of Bitcoin and Contribute to Its Momentum? The Bitcoin halving event, which occurs every four years, reduces the block reward given to miners. This event creates a supply shock, decreasing the rate at which new Bitcoins are created, and historically has contributed to Bitcoin’s price momentum.

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GDXJ has lost almost 83% since its $55 high two years ago. Two months of sideways price movement on declining volume. Note large volume mid-April as gold sold off $200 in two days. Note second new low on lower volume in mid-May. Now, see third new low on similar volume. After the opening hour, see the extremely tight trading range. Who is selling vs. who is buying. Forced selling/capitulation into strong hands? Time will tell, but I smell the beginning of the end of this massacre. When there is no hope that is the time to step in. I am using the GDXJ as a proxy for small mining companies. This is the time to look for exhausted selling. The market will go up not because there are new buyers but because the sellers are exhausted/already having panicked. HAVE A GOOD WEEKEND! Gold Notes: June 22 GDX Volume NO ONE knows where prices will ultimately go. We just seek clues of market participant behavior. Negative sentiment, commercial hedger buying in gold while small specs go short, strong physical demand, do not necessarily denote an immediate bottom. But the structure of the markets are changing at the margin.

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A recent survey has revealed strong support from CSIRO staff for a representative voice on the organisation’s board. The staff poll also revealed that workplace morale and confidence at CSIRO has stabilised and appears to be slowly rebuilding. However more than half of respondents revealed dissatisfaction at the current balance between public good research and commercialisation activities at CSIRO. The CSIRO Staff Association conducted the survey – open to all members of the CSIRO workforce –ahead of a recent Consultative Council meeting between Association representatives and members of the Executive Team. Hundreds of staff participated in the survey in a bid to send a message to CSIRO Chief Executive Larry Marshall ahead of the meeting. Staff want a voice on CSIRO Board The strongest result of the survey involved overwhelming support for a staff representative voice on the CSIRO Board, similar to arrangements that exist at the ABC. Staff Association Secretary Sam Popovski said the response demonstrated overwhelming early support for a staff elected representative. “More than 82 per cent of participants agree or strongly agree that staff should have a direct say on the CSIRO board. That’s a strong starting point for a wider discussion within CSIRO and with policymakers exploring the option of a staff-elected director.” Nearly a third of staff (32 per cent) who participated in the survey reported feeling more confident about the future of CSIRO as compared to twelve months ago. However, when asked about ongoing career prospects at CSIRO, the number of respondents that felt more confident compared to a year ago fell to 25 per cent. “There are signs that the low levels of CSIRO morale have started to rebuild after damage inflicted by the heavy job cuts of 2014-15 in particular,” Mr Popovski said. “The results are a modest endorsement of Strategy 2020 in terms of confidence in the organisation’s future but demonstrate a gap when it comes to the career path of CSIRO staff.” Mr Popovski cautioned that there appeared to be a perception among staff that public good research at CSIRO was being crowded out by commercialisation activities. “Nearly 65 per cent of respondents reported a level of dissatisfaction with the balance and expressed the view that there should be more public good research at CSIRO.” Meanwhile a significant minority – 44 per cent – of respondents said they were not satisfied that the Executive or the Board were effective in influencing the Federal Government to benefit CSIRO. “The responses indicate there’s more work to be done in reassuring staff that CSIRO’s senior leadership are making the case for our science at the federal level,” Mr Popovski said.

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This is the first part of a three-part look at the software I worked with at the start of my career. I started looking for work as a programmer in 1999, in the shadow of the dot-com crash. There weren’t many programming jobs to go around in the Chicago suburbs. And if you wanted to know what work was out there, you looked in the newspaper, not online. I faxed…yes, faxed…my resume to a bunch of companies with ads, but there was a huge pool of experienced developers forced out of work recently, and little incentive to hire a youngster without any “real-world” experience. One of the few companies to bring me in for an interview was a bit of a mystery. They were looking for entry-level programmers, but the ad didn’t say much more. I don’t remember their website, if they even had one, giving up any details of their technology stack. So, I walked into the interview with ten pages of sample code from school, object-oriented C++ code calling out to OpenGL through GLUT. The technical interviewer rolled his eyes at it. “I’ll be honest. Someone like you is probably going to be pretty bored working here. Are you sure you really want the job?” Of course I did. How bad could it be? Famous last words To be fair, the job was never boring. In fact, I learned a lot about analysis, project management, professionalism, and dealing with customers there. But what I regret, maybe even resent, was taking a job based around Pick. The last time I came across Pick was in a display at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California. I waited until a group of schoolchildren filtered out of the minicomputer room, then flipped the bird to a photo of its creator. I doubt I was the first. The software that bears his name defined the first seven years of my career and cost me about $1,000 to escape. Much of my time is spent blissfully reminiscing about technologies I’ve used in my life. There’s no such affection for Pick. The Pick Operating System Richard “Dick” Pick is a cult icon ripe for caricature, a serial monogamist who named his first database system after his favorite pastime: Generalized Information Retrieval Language System (GIRLS). He wrote GIRLS in 1965 for the IBM System/360 mainframe, itself released in 1964, and the software was as cutting-edge as the hardware it ran on. The controversial name was dropped for the system’s 1973 commercial release, when it became the Pick Operating System (often shortened to “Pick”). Pick was written to run on mainframes and minicomputers. Later versions run as an application on modern Windows and Unix computers, like a machine within a machine, but more akin to an emulator than a VM. The original OS supported multiple users and time sharing (an early form of multitasking). I don’t know if it supported it in the beginning, but by the time I worked with it, Pick supported virtual memory and could see up to a gigabyte of RAM on its host system. What’s a “multivalue”? Database tables in Pick are…wait, I need to rewind here. The Pick operating system is also a database. A post-relational database, as their marketing department proclaimed in the early 2000s. That’s right, MongoDB users. Pick was post-relational before it was cool. The native Pick file system is built around hash-table based “files”, with primary keys and data. And that data could be any kind of text, as there’s no set schema in Pick. Instead of having a proper schema like a relational database, the data part of a record is essentially a text file. Individual columns, or attributes, in the record are delimited by an attribute mark, ASCII 254. So a person’s first name and last name might be stored as DanaRoss. Literally every record on a Pick system can look completely different from every other record, even ones in the same table…I mean file…I mean table. So now you might be thinking “great, but what if I wanted to store two first names in a single record’s first name field?” No, you’re not thinking that? Well good, because that’s insane. Also, Pick has you covered. Every attribute can be divided into one or more multivalues, split by a “value mark”, ASCII 253. So, if you wanted, you could have a record that looks like Dana George Ross Washington. Now you’ve essentially got a way to create records inside of records, if that’s your thing. When you have two attributes whose multivalues line up like that, they’re said to be associated multivalues. Ok, pick your jaw up off the floor, because we’re not done. We haven’t talked about subvalues yet. What’s a subvalue? Why, it’s how you divide your database columns up even further. I can’t even think of a good example here, because we’re talking about records inside records inside records at this point. The delimiter for this is the “subvalue mark”, ASCII 252. You’ll be happy to know that’s as far as you can divide one “column”. Oh, except for one variant of Pick with an ASCII 251 delimiter. I’m not making this up. And that’s enough about delimiters because we really need to move on to dictionaries. As a “post-relational” database, Pick doesn’t have any sort of rules for what a record looks like. Literally every record on a Pick system can look completely different from every other record, even ones in the same table…I mean file…I mean table. So to try and impose some order on top of this, every file has a dictionary, a secondary file attached to the original one. And through its own attributes, values, and subvalues, the dictionary describes data in the main file. None of the data types or other details are enforced, and indeed you can even assign two names to the same attribute. But it’s a dictionary, and it’s essential for writing queries, which we’ll talk about in Part 2.

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How Biden Can Manage Cuba By John McAuliff Five years ago I stood in a mostly Cuban crowd outside of the US embassy in Havana, excitedly watching our flag be raised for the first time in 54 years. Two hours later I was at a celebratory party at the US Ambassador’s residence, a beautiful building designed but never used as a Winter White House for FDR. Scores of official and non-official Americans who had worked for normalization were there, along with diplomats from other countries. No one from the Cuban government attended because the embassy chose to invite a few prominent dissidents. The path to this day had not been easy because of political distrust on both sides and was a tribute to the determination of both Presidents Barack Obama and Raul Castro. None of us expected the future would be simple. However we never anticipated that virtually everything would be undone by the election of Donald Cuba relations will hardly be the largest problem or the first priority of a Biden Administration, but it is low hanging fruit. While special interests are loudly in favor or against US engagement with the island, two thirds of Americans, including a majority of Cuban-Americans, were quietly supportive of President Obama’s normalization path and ready to go further to completely open travel. Biden can rapidly and effectively build on Obama’s opening. He will do at least as well with personally affected Florida voters by convincing them his goal is a positive relationship with the homeland of their parents, children and other family members. He can counteract the narrow minded regression of President Trump for whom Cuba policies were little more than a favor to Marco Rubio and to Vladimir Putin. Biden will be able to signal his concern for the well-being of the people of both nations, his desire to strengthen in practice pro-market reforms and the need to effectively displace growing Russian and Chinese influence. His Administration could solidify a historic new chapter of post Monroe Doctrine, post Platt Amendment US partnership with the hemisphere. Biden’s campaign is already publicly critical of the latest punitive pettiness toward Cuba by the Trump Administration, prohibition of rare private charter flights. He has told Americas Quarterly, “as president, I will promptly reverse the failed Trump policies that have inflicted harm on the Cuban people and done nothing to advance democracy and human rights”. https://cubapeopletopeople.blogspot.com/2020/08/joe-biden-and-kamala-harris-on-cuba.html Biden will certainly receive support from his Vice President. Senator Kamala Harris is among 46 bipartisan cosponsors of the Leahy bill to end all restrictions on travel to Cuba. He can also expect an abrazo, a hug, from the new First Lady whose moving cultural visit to Camaguey and Havana was portrayed in an Obama White House video. https://youtu.be/hc6NiDbVepI Biden has four stages of opportunity that will cut the Gordian knot of six decades of intractable mutually destructive US-Cuba 1) During the campaign or right after election: Announce that immediately upon taking office he will restore Obama policies on individual and group travel licenses, cruises, flights to regional cities, remittances, import of agricultural products, international shipping, specific types of investments and banking and as well as facilitation of visas for educational and cultural exchange. Clarify that Cubans granted visas for family and professional visits and for study in the US will be deemed ineligible to claim status under the Cuban Adjustment Act. (Depending on US success in controlling Covid-19, an announcement of intention allows planning for the winter season and spring semester by the travel sector and universities.) 2) Within the first year: Fully restaff an embassy gutted by a Secretary of State and President who opportunistically exploited inexplicable health problems of US personnel (or just turned tail and ran). Reopen consular authority and restore visa authority for immigration and family reunion visits. Support Leahy/McGovern legislation to totally end restrictions on travel and other bills for comparable initiatives in agricultural and medical sales as well as on related financial transactions. Enable collaboration in medicine and science, including on anti-Covid research, treatment and international humanitarian assistance. Return to abstention on the virtually unanimous UN vote against the unilateral US embargo. Resuspend Title III of Helms-Burton to stop annoyance suits by Cuban Americans for property they lost before they had any claim as US citizens. ground. To test and support economic reforms, terminate application of the embargo to privately owned small and medium Cuban enterprises, permitting their exports, imports and US investments. Cooperate with Cuba to confirm Canadian research that chemical toxins not illusive sound waves caused illness of embassy personnel and to discover who was responsible. Stop all US government funding of projects within Cuba that are not vetted through normal diplomatic channels with the host government. 3) Within the first two years: Align with Hemispheric and European goals by achieving through comprehensive negotiations a political settlement in Venezuela and an end to the unilateral US embargo of Cuba. Open consulates in at least one Cuban and one US city. Allow ferry service between US and Cuban ports. Support with governmental, corporate and foundation funds wide ranging cultural, educational, professional and business exchanges. Seek reciprocal dampening of interventionist hostility by state funded publications, broadcasts and social media, replaced by ongoing multi sectoral dialog about conflicting values and ideologies. 4) Within the first term: Follow the road map to restore full Cuban sovereignty of the Guantanamo base that was developed by Ben Rhodes and Alejandro Castro during the Obama Administration’s normalization discussions. Explore transforming the military outpost and prison into a free trade zone, hemispheric medical research center and cruise port. Cuba is the most immediate opportunity for the Biden Administration to creatively and positively roll back Russian advances. The Senate Intelligence Committee report on Russia's active measure campaigns is limited to the election period. It does not connect dots to the through line of President Trump's policies that have appeared to benefit President Putin. Frequently noted with suspicion are his pro-Russian dispensations with NATO, Syria, Iran, North Korea, Ukraine, European allies, nuclear weapons, international institutions and climate change, not to mention his frequent secretive meetings and calls. Also fitting that pattern was his abrupt barely noticed worldwide withdrawal of all Peace Corps volunteers (excused by Covid) and his constant efforts to discredit governmental norms and practices at home. Cuba is seldom discussed in this context although it's hard to imagine greater Trump Administration help for Russian interests. Because of the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russia's role of protector against US threats and subsidizer disappeared resulting in the national calamity of the Special Period of the 1990s. While many Cubans had ideological and personal ties to Russia as it had been, distrust and distancing grew with Russia as it was becoming, a center of oligarchic capitalism. As the result of the Obama-Castro opening real differences were emerging in Cuba about whether reconciliation and mutual respect with the US was truly possible or a Trojan Horse. Had a path become available to sustained sovereign development, at variance with the choice of 60 years of total dependence followed by 60 years of total resistance? If that were the case, would Cuba still need a big foreign friend for security and economic development? Barter of doctors and teachers for Venezuelan oil and trade with China had filled some of the gap. Funds from Cuban American family remittances, visits and investments and the growth of cruises, tour groups and independent travelers were building the national economy and expanding the role of private business and entrepreneurs. The natural propensity of economic and cultural relationships between neighbors with linked populations was beginning to take hold and the space for the Russians was President Trump's harsh renewal of cold war era hostility foreclosed the discussion. Cuba again needed a friend and Russia was only too happy to reenter with naval visits and leadership exchanges, even discussion of reopening its Cuba based center for electronic surveillance of the US. Did Russia just accept what fate and Donald Trump delivered or did it help things along? The scientific evidence from Canadian researchers that chemical toxins were responsible for the medical problems suffered by their diplomats requires rigorous investigation of whether the Americans were similarly targeted. The question naturally arises whether the Russians applied their notorious skills in this field. The Cubans may be able to help eliminate the problem by recognizing and controlling Russian behavior based on private collaboration with US scientists, doctors and security officials. However, they cannot be expected to publicly acknowledge a Russian role until it is undebatable that the US has truly abandoned its regime change agenda, even in a soft power mode. The policies I have suggested for the Biden administration move us in the right direction, but real trust is impossible as long as the US maintains a devastating unilateral embargo and refuses to restore the Guantanamo base to national sovereignty, consistent with US principles elsewhere in the world.

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Moorhead Youth Hockey Association (MYHA) is a vibrant and thriving program for youth in the City of Moorhead, Minnesota. Founded in 1965, MYHA has grown into one of the premier youth associations in the region. ABOUT THE PROJECT Cullen Hockey Center Renovation & Addition Moorhead Youth Hockey Association (MYHA) is a vibrant and thriving program for youth in the City of Moorhead, Minnesota. Founded in 1965, MYHA has grown into one of the premier youth associations in the region. The mission of MYHA for over 50 years is to ensure an environment for our youth hockey players that allow them to develop their skills, passion, creativity, and understanding of the game. From its humble beginnings, today over 580 kids, ages 4 through 18, participate on one of the 33 in-house or 23 travel teams. With the continued success of MYHA and the growth of its membership, at this time, MYHA is experiencing a critical issue; a shortage of quality ice time. The City of Moorhead has not built any additional ice facilities since the last construction of the MYHA arena in 1997. Since then, MYHA has grown significantly and the current two sheet facility is being run at full capacity. In addition, the only other indoor facility in the City of Moorhead is owned by the City and is home to several other entities; such as the Red River Figure Skating Club, Moorhead High School and Concordia College. This essentially eliminates any ability of MYHA renting ice time within the City of Moorhead to help alleviate its ice needs. In order to meet the current growth trends of MYHA, the Board of Directors had made the decision to renovate and expand its current facility. With this project, MYHA will add one sheet of ice to meet its current needs and completely renovate the existing two sheet facility. In order to do so, MYHA is looking to raise $5,000,000 to complete the funding necessary for the project from community partners. Please see the enclosed packet which summarizes the history and current membership of MYHA, the current and projected ice needs for the association, the regional presence and economic impact that MYHA has on the Tri-City area and how donors such as yourself can help with the continued success of MYHA. Moorhead Youth Hockey Association Current Make up of MYHA Today 580 kids, ages 4 through 18, participate on one of the 33 in-house or 23 travel teams Number of teams has consistently seen growth over the past several years Steady growth has been seen in both the boys program and the girls program. Anticipated number as high as 700 by 2022-23 Forcasted Growth of MYHA Moorhead Youth Hockey Association Players Active players in MYHA has averaged annual increases of 4.29% over the past five years. Assuming future annual growth of 4.00% MYHA will have over 700 active players in the 2022-2023 hockey season. Moorhead Youth Hockey consistently draws players and families from all around the Tri-State Region. On an annual basis, teams consistently come from Bismarck, ND, from the west, Duluth and Hermantown from the east, Winnipeg, Manitoba from the north and Minneapolis/Rochester MN, to the south.<br>On a less frequent basis, Moorhead Youth Hockey is a draw for players and families as far south as Rapid City, SD and Des Moines, IA, which shows that it is truly a regional draw in the Tri-State Region. The current project will be broken into two phases; the complete renovation of the current facility as Phase I and the expansion and addition of an additional sheet as Phase II. Phase I is projected to cost $3M and will be funded through debt issuance supported by the City of Moorhead and MYHA operations. This phase will not only allow the current facility to be used for an additional 30 years, but will also prep the current facility for the expansion of the new ice sheet. The expansion of the rink, Phase II, is proposed to be financed through a Capital Campaign lead by MYHA. The goal is to raise $5 Million through a combination of corporate sponsorship, private donors, and grants.

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Biden ups ‘the most important number you’ve never heard of’ What’s happening? US President Joe Biden has restored the US’ internal estimate of the social cost of CO2 emissions to Obama administration levels of $51 per ton, compared to $8 under the Trump administration. This interim figure will be updated after a comprehensive science-based assessment from an interagency working group, which will produce a final “social cost of carbon” (SCC) by January 2022. (Politico) What is the social cost of carbon? That’s a good question, and one economists have been debating for decades. Technically it’s the discounted net-present value of the future damage from emitting a tonne of CO2 into the atmosphere. Or, more simply, it’s a monetary estimate of the damage caused by CO2. Bloomberg describes it as “the most important number you’ve never heard of”. Why does it exist? Integrating the true SCC into economic thinking would mean the “externalities” – or costs that are not recorded on balance sheets – associated with a given amount of CO2 would be adequately accounted for, and properly priced into decision making. Essentially, we wouldn’t be emitting so much CO2 because we would have thought properly about all the damage it will do. In practice, the SCC is not used adequately (and in many places not at all). The determination of the number hinges on a number variables, including the “discount rate”, which is used to assess the relative weight of future climate change impacts. Use a low discount rate and future climate damage will be valued relatively high, and so this justifies greater action to prevent it. Using a high rate means you care more about the present and less about potential people in the future, and the SCC will be lower. How is the SCC used? It can be used to inform whether market-influencing policies such as carbon taxes or emissions trading systems are pricing carbon effectively. The Biden administration will use the SCC to inform its decision making and the costs and benefits of certain regulations and infrastructure projects. What should the SCC be? A recent paper from economists Nicholas Stern and Joseph Stiglitz cautions Biden against setting an ultimate figure lower than $100 per ton. Too low a figure would prevent certain critical emissions reduction projects from going ahead, as their costs would outweigh the estimated future climate benefits. The Trump administration (perhaps unsurprisingly) used an SCC of $8 (in 2018 dollars). It limited its estimates of climate damage to the US only, completely dismissing the rest of the world, and used a discount rate of 7% – which strongly favours current generations over future ones. Its methodology was found by the US Government Accountability Office to systematically underestimate future CO2 damage. Ultimately, the SCC in essence comes down to one thing – how much do you value the future? The social cost of carbon, Carbon Brief

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Statistics is a collection of methods used to collect, organize and analyze data. It is mathematics with numbers, but it comes with a very interesting twist. While mathematics can be used to analyze and solve problems, statistics requires the use of data to solve problems. 15 Benefits Of Statistics In Business Statistic plays an important role in business. That’s why it is one of the most preferred courses students take up during their college years. Wondering why? Read on to find out about the importance statistic plays in business. Listed below are fifteen reasons why statistics is important: 1. Statistics Help Us In Decision Making Statistics is an important tool for decision-making. In the real world, certain decisions cannot be taken without looking at all the possible implications and consequences of each possible action. For example, when a company decides to launch a product in another country, they will need data regarding how many people in that country watch their TV channel and what kind of programs they prefer watching? Will it sell in that market or not? The answer lies somewhere with statistics and analysis. 2. Statistics Help In Understanding Competitor In business, there is competition everywhere. When you are planning to introduce your product in the market, you will have to know how many similar products are already there in the market. If you feel that your product is better than others then also you will need to know about their sales metrics. Analytics tools will help you in analyzing the competitor’s product. 3. Statistics Help Measure Health Of A Nation Ever wondered how government always has all these numbers? They need this data when they plan for the future. For example, when you are planning to introduce a new vaccine in your country. You must have all the data regarding how many people are suffering from the diseases and the death count due to these deadly diseases. This information helps in understanding whether introducing this vaccine will benefit or harm the citizens. 4. Statistics Help Estimate Risk Levels In The Market When you want to invest in a company then first of all you need to know how risky it is. Statistics can be used to estimate the risk levels of various events happening. For example, if we take an insurance contract then we need to know about the risks involved and the amount of money the insurer will payout in case of an event. Based on this assumption the insurance company will decide the amount of premium it will charge for this policy. Related Video – Why You Should Love Statistics 5. Statistics Help Predict The Future By looking at past data and trends we can predict what might happen in the future. For example, if a new iPhone is about to be launched and you need to decide whether you should buy an old iPhone or wait for a few more weeks. Then all these problems can be solved by looking at different statistics like previous sales figures, price drops, etc. This method is not 100% correct but still, it is helpful when you are making any decision regarding buying something. 6. Statistics Helps In Measuring The Success Rate Of Various Programs Many companies launch different programs for their employees like awarding certificates on completion of certain milestones, giving rewards, etc. These programs help employees feel motivated and work harder towards achieving these goals. It also helps in measuring the success rate of these programs. 7. Statistics Help Evaluate The Risk Involved In Projects Every project has its pros and cons. When you are planning for something big like building an airport or highway, even though it will benefit so many people still you need to understand the risk involved behind it. Many factors are beyond your control. For example, if you build a new road between two cities; traffic jams can occur because of accidents or excess rush on that particular road etc. All of these events cannot be predicted but statistics can give us an idea about how much risk is involved. 8. Statistics Help Understand The Demographics If you are running a bakery and want to sell your bread in different parts of the city then before finalizing on one area, you must understand how many people live in this area and what income group they belong to, etc., this information helps in understanding which customer will be interested in buying your product. 9. Statistics Help Make Agreements More Favorable Statistics can help in determining the fair price of anything. You cannot buy low and sell high or vice versa because it will result in a loss for both parties. When two people are entering into an agreement based on certain parameters, which are very subjective. Then statistics comes to the rescue by giving clear information about how much profit both sides can make in their business plans. 10. Statistics Help Improve Quality Of A Product Or Service Every company wants to increase its business. They need to understand what their customers want and how they can improve the overall quality of their products and services. All this information can be collected but are not 100% accurate. Especially when people’s opinions or views might get influenced by other factors like media etc. Here statistics again comes into play because it is based on numbers and numbers cannot get influenced by such external events. 11. Statistics Help Find Patterns The human brain finds patterns very easily but computers take more time for the same. This ability of computers to find patterns in data is termed statistical analysis. For example, if you are living in a city where the crime rate is increasing every day then instead of condemning the whole city you need to identify problem areas geographically and then try to solve them by working on them one-by-one. 12. Statistics Help Identify Profit Centers Every business knows that its future depends on making profits, but identifying what departments or units make maximum profit for the company can be very beneficial because other units can know how they can improve their efficiency. The information collected by statisticians helps in the overall improvement of the company. 13. Statistics Can Be Used For Better Marketing Before launching any new product you must gather information about your target customers. This will help in coming up with a perfect marketing strategy and save money by avoiding waste of resources. Gaining insights from data by statisticians helps managers in understanding why some ideas work while others fail. 14. Statistics Can Be Used To Find Root Cause Of A Problem Most of the times managers are presented with results that cannot make sense because too many different things can result in the same outcome, for example, data might show that sales reduced after the implementation of the new law but it is not clear whether it had more impact on domestic or foreign products. This information can be made available by using statistical techniques like regression analysis. 15. Statistics Is Necessary To Estimate Future Performance This one is a very important part of the business planning process where companies have to estimate future performance so that they can take the necessary steps to achieve those targets. They rely on past data to come up with future projections based on regression analysis or other parameters. These figures can then be used as a benchmark against current performance. The Importance Of Statistics– Conclusion Now you understand why statistics is important for businesses. All the information that helps in better decision-making can be collected through statistical methods. It brings a new dimension to business research and helps managers to target their resources in the right direction.

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$215.99 – $317.99 All speaker pods and grilles are sold as a pair (driver and passenger side). Quantity 1 is all you need. This is a set of Custom Speaker Pods Brand – speaker pods designed specifically for your 2015 to 2020 Ford F-150-Ford F-250 & F-350’s. This set of speaker pods consists of a speaker configuration made up of a Single 6.50 in speaker setup. You will receive a speaker pod for both the drivers side and the passenger side. Please be aware: Installation of our speaker pods requires cutting holes into your door panel to accommodate the depth of the speakers and or tweeters. Custom Speaker Pods now available in a plethora of premium finishes! Same quality materials and durability that you come to expect, but with less steps to installation perfection. These finishes are not a coating, not a paint or hydro-dip. The finishes are part of the plastic, designed for exterior use and are UV resistant for a durable, long-lasting product. Our most cost effective installation solution. Standard finishes are strong, durable and paintable with most off-the-shelf spray paints and automotive interior dyes.

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Early bird registration for ChannelVision Magazine’s CVxEXPO23 closes June 30, but IT partners in the channel still can register for FREE. If you register by June 30, you also are entered into the $5,000 cash give away, which will occur at the event. Scheduled for Nov. 14-16, at the Talking Stick Resort & Casino in Scottsdale, Ariz., CVx brings together ChannelVision’s audience of agents, TSDs, MSPs, VARs, trusted advisors and consultants, as well as channel executives from communications, cloud and IT solution providers, for three days of expo hall exploration, unmatched educational content and training, and a schedule of entertainment-based networking experiences designed to enable and nurture new and existing relationships. For 2023, several elements and updates have been added to increase the show’s value and excitement for attendees and exhibitors, including nearly double the educational panels and sessions; tightened show hours; and more networking opportunities. CVxEXPO23 is an event that allows you to “Sellebrate” 2023 while you recharge for 2024. It offers you a chance to explore new revenue opportunities, expand your IT knowledge and enjoy an experience in a more intimate and friendly industry tradeshow. Qualified partners can post the promo code CVXQUALIFIED on the check-out page while registering. Once the code is entered and applied, your registration fee will be waved. If you have questions, feel free to contact Bruce Christian at firstname.lastname@example.org.

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Games are conceptually understood as a pastime and leisure activity that stands in direct opposition to the idea of work and productive activities holding positive connotations of driving progress and innovation in capitalist societies. However, digital game scholars have challenged this direct opposition for being misleading, as the digital game industry enforces and cultivates work and productive activities. I take the example in my research on one particular kind of productive play or fan-labor in the digital game industry: Modding (short for modification) in the digital game industry which is code additions or alterations of the original game code that functionally change the way the game works or the textual representation. While play at times is labor and productive, it has also entered a regulatory and legal framework. Thus, besides its questionable exploitation by the digital game industry, see for example ‘passionate pay slaves’ and ‘precarious playbour’, it is also becoming increasingly precarious from a legal perspective to be a content creator in the digital game industry. Through interviews with nine modders associated with the website and mod distribution platforms Nexusmods.com and ModDB.com, in this short article I would like to illustrate how, without being employed, fandom and fan creativity are in fact a state of legal precariousness. Modders: Fandom in the Digital Games Industry Modders create mods for various reasons, some of the respondents to my interview study mentioned the inherent human drive for creating things, while others were driven by personalization and making the game as believable as possible. This undeniably sounds like a hobby passion and intrinsic drive, but creating mods is a demanding undertaking that sometimes takes years and requires multiple people involved, so it is not just a momentary pastime but a work-like endeavor that requires cooperation and dedication. This level of professionalism sometimes allows modders to launch their professional career off of their hobby. According to Terranova and Tushnet with fandom cultures trespassing intellectual property with their cultural production, they not only perform forms of free labor, but they also enter a legal grey area of intellectual property which creates conditions similar to corporate non-disclosure agreements and corporate reputation-management practices. According to Postigo for the modders, this means that their contributions are tethered within the industry, they reside outside of it but are still subject to legal responsibilities causing risk and uncertainty in their passionate creativities. Modding distinguishes itself from other types of fandom creations for being deeply embedded within the digital game industry, instead of making music or film alterations/versions and deploying it on various media platforms, modders take the original source code of a digital game and alter it making it difficult to tell apart the original creation. More problematically, when modders distribute their fan creations on different forums and sites such as Nexusmods there is no quality assurance, therefore changes performed by the mod can have catastrophic consequences for the end-user as my informant explains: Companies that allow modding, usually now understand that they have to do so under specific conditions where they own everything that is created, in part to protect themselves, and in part to protect modders. Because if someone downloads a mod and it ruins a computer for example, if there is no legal protection in place, that person could sue the modder. So, having a solid EULA, where all content that is created in this toolset for this game is created by this company, ensures that this doesn’t occur. Fandom, Entrepreneurship, and the Precarious Today legal precarity is a part of the everyday digital labor for content creators on social media platforms with the increased use of automatized ‘notice and takedown’ and fighting marginalized groups‘ algorithmic (in)visibility, but it is also increasingly injected into the realm of play and games. This is arguably less likely to be expected, as play and games are often disregarded as not serious, but from a legal perspective, it is becoming an increasingly serious environment. In his book Entreprecariat, Silvio Lorusso brings together two distinctive concepts: Entrepreneurship and the Precarious arguing that microentrepreneurs, who are mostly Western and highly educated students, freelancers, and unemployed are “forced to develop an entrepreneurial mindset in order not to succumb to the growing precariousness that involves both the economic and existential sphere” (p. 17), performing immaterial labor as described by Lazzarato, experience “cognitive dissonance” as they find themselves adopting entrepreneurial self-defeating strategies. According to Lorusso, these strategies bind us to what Ian Bogost calls the state of hyperemployment where life is oversaturated with work as previously perceived leisure activities, such as play, have become increasingly work-like. Adding to Lorusso’s observations of the entrepreneur, the case of modders and fan-creations adds a layer of legal precarity to the growing problem of content creators‘ freedom of expression coupled with intermediaries‘ responsibility as limited liability regimes. Yes, they tend to be taints [teenagers]. No one can expect that they can understand IP law, and yet they are working in a space that almost requires it. If I were to release a game that had a modding community, I think nowadays that would be one of the first things that I would talk to a growing and new community about: “Here are the things you can do, and here are the things you can’t do. And here is why” because a lot of companies don’t do that. I think setting that expectation, and explaining: “Hey we are not shutting down your project because we hate you, or are angry at you, we legally have to do that, to protect ourselves, otherwise we lose this valuable thing that we have created”. As my informant states, with new generations continuously entering the modding community, it remains a challenge to clarify the increasingly legal environments of digital games that they traverse. Being a creator in the digital game industry is therefore a rather uncertain endeavor with obligations and rights like that of being employed, however, with the difference being that corporations are not obliged to inform you about your rights beyond subtle cookies and notifications. Reflecting on Larusso’s Entreprecariat it is clear that precariousness extends beyond the feeling of uncertainty but can also have legal consequences. Článek byl přeložen z anglického originálu.

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Tile and Grout Cleaning in Middleburg If your tile and grout surfaces have seen better days, revive them with the professional cleaning from 99.99% Dads Commercial Cleaning LLC. Our knowledge and experience have helped make us the local authority on tile grout cleaning, and we would like nothing more than to help your property sparkle. Our premium tile cleaning supplies and effective techniques have helped us service countless properties throughout the Middleburg area with fantastic results, and your job will be no exception. Schedule our tile and grout services today by calling (904) 575-9916.Call Us Today Our Tile and Grout Cleaning Will Leave You Speechless Bathrooms and kitchens tend to collect the most dirt and grime out of any room in the average property. Bearing this in mind, it is easy to see how the surfaces in these rooms can quickly begin to become soiled and covered in dirt. If you could use some help getting your tile and grout back to its former glory, look no further than our professional crew. We promise to use the best products and methods to scrub your surfaces, which will leave them looking as great as the day they were installed. The Importance of Tile and Grout Cleaning Tile and grout surfaces can be found in many residential and commercial properties, and it is important to take care of them properly. Getting rid of unsightly dirt and grime isn’t the only reason you want to stay on top of your cleaning either. In fact, there are multiple benefits to keeping your tile and grout in good condition, including: - Gets rid of allergens, germs, and other bacteria - Maintains traction on the surface - Extends the lifespan of your tiles - Saves money in the long run - And more If your kitchen or bathroom could use a little TLC, contact us today to schedule our tile cleaning services. Residential and Commercial Grout Cleaning More often than not, grout is the real source of problems when it comes to keeping your tile surfaces clean. Due to its light coloring and porous composition, grout tends to collect stains and trap grime over time. That being said, we are experts at cleaning this tricky material and perfectly restoring it. If the surfaces in your home or business are starting to look a little off-putting, put your trust in us to restore them. What’s more, we are also experts at sealing tile and grout surfaces after our professional cleaning, so you can keep them protected for many more years to come. Easy to Schedule Tile and Grout Cleaning Services We aim to deliver a pleasant experience for our clients from start to finish. When you contact us to inquire about our tile cleaning services, we will be happy to give you all the information you need and help you find the soonest possible time for us to service your property. We are also proud to offer upfront pricing and transparent rates, so you can always get the information you need to feel confident in our services. Speak with a Tile Cleaning Expert The longer you neglect your tile and grout, the more likely it is that the stains and discoloration will become permanent. Be proactive by contacting the specialists at 99.99% Dads Commercial Cleaning LLC. We promise to do everything we can to keep your bathroom, kitchen, or any other room looking its best. Call us today at (904) 575-9916.

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Carlos Marqués-Marcet‘s first film, 10,000 km, closed the D’A 2014. Els dies que vindran is his third film and with it he returns to the festival to close with honor ten days of film feast. Starring Maria Rodríguez Soto and David Verdaguer, the film premiered at the Malaga Festival where it won the Golden Biznaga for the best Spanish film and the best direction, the Silver Biznaga for the best actress and the young jury prize . Marqués-Marcet filmed the film throughout a whole year, following the protagonists, a couple in real life, and the process of her pregnancy. Halfway between the fiction and the experiment verité (a bit like Boyhood), Els dies que vindran delves into the intimacy of the couple to show the most intimate but also the shadows of sentimental relationships.

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Carey Price Net Worth: One Of The Top-Earning Players In The NHL!! Carey Price is an outstanding Canadian goaltender who now competes for the NHL’s Montreal Canadiens. Price is believed as one of the top goalies in the world and has won honour from peers, followers, The Hockey News, and EA Sports. He is always followed by a type of media outlets as one of the best goalies in Montreal Canadiens history. His parents, Lynda and Jerry Price, are the Ulkatcho First Nation’s chief and she was born in Vancouver. In addition, Price’s father was a former goaltender. In the 2005 NHL Amateur Draft, he was chosen by the Philadelphia Flyers in the eighth round, 126th overall. What Is Carey Price’s Estimated Net Worth For 2023? As of the month of September 2023, Carey Price now has a net worth of $45,000,000. He marked a $39 million, six-year settlement with the Montreal Canadiens in 2012. Price agreed to an 8-year deal with the company worth $84 million in July 2017, increasing his yearly income to $15 million. His total NHL career earnings will be close to $130 million when the pact expires. A junior hockey league in Williams Lake, British Columbia, accepted $10,000 in equipment thanks to a partnership between Price and CCM in 2015. He also contributes financially to a breakfast program at his old school in Anahim Lake, British Columbia, displaying his dedication to giving back to the neighbourhood. The following links will take you to various articles on the celebrity’s net worth: - Maya Nazor Net Worth: Thriving Career As An Instagram Sensation!! - Martin Cummins Net Worth: A Canadian Actor Who Has Made His Mark In Hollywood!! Carey Price Salary Carey Price’s agreement with the Montreal Canadiens travels eight years and includes an important signing bonus of $70,000,000. With certified earnings amounting to $84,000,000 and an annual salary of $10,500,000, Price’s financial arrangement is indeed quite impressive. As of 2023, his cumulative income from NHL salaries and endorsement agreements will exceed $116 million, solidifying his position as one of the top-earning players in the company. Price’s remarkable financial achievements underscore his amazing skills and marketability as a premier NHL goaltender. Here’s the information presented in a table format: |Source of Wealth |Professional Hockey, Endorsements |Under Armour, Ford, TRUE Hockey Carey Price Endorsements The record for the most victories by a Canadian player is held by Carey Price, who is widely regarded as the greatest goaltender in NHL history. Along with establishing his reputation as an excellent figure and marketable athlete, he has collaborations with companies like Under Armour, Ford, and TRUE Hockey. View this post on Instagram Carey Price Real Estate And Property Carey Price, who was born in Vancouver, has a home there where he and his family currently reside. He also has a home in Montreal, which he uses as his prior home for clean-access games during the hockey season. Price recently increased the size of his real estate portfolio by looking for a new home in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. Carey Price Car Carey Price enjoys fishing and exploring for recreational activities in the off-season. He has a Ford F150 pickup truck that helps him out on his off-roading excursions. His wife adds a Land Rover Defender to their collection of vehicles that are appropriate for their love of the outdoors. View this post on Instagram Carey Price Charity Work For their humanitarian work and dedication to charitable reasons, Price and his wife are remembered. They repeatedly give to the Montreal Canadiens Foundation in order to support initiatives that aim to improve the lives of people in need. Price also participates actively with the Carson Kolzig Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing assistance to families stricken by pediatric cancer. The Prices display their dedication to making an important impact in their neighbourhood and past by giving back to those in need. They do this by using their platform and other resources. Their kindness displays their kindness and desire to give back to society.

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This creamy, decadent, light and airy Pumpkin Cream Pie is the perfect, easy yet decadent dessert to bring to any holiday event. With holiday parties in full swing, if you need an easy to make dessert, this one is it! I am not sure how we are staring down the face of December already. This year has truly flown by and been full of ups, downs and in betweens that have built memories that will last a lifetime. I’m ready to face 2017 head on, I just can’t believe it’s almost time. With all the seasonal flavors, I couldn’t help but consider making a seasonal pie – I wanted something we could use for our holiday meals or any get togethers that we attend this season. We love pumpkin pie at our house and I’m known to whip one up or buy one while I’m out just because. Well, pumpkin pie. But when I was a little girl, my Nana used to make me a Creamy Pumpkin Pie. It was long before I enjoyed the real thing and I thought I was such a big girl enjoying pumpkin pie this way. This is an old classic recipe that can be found almost anywhere, but definitely should still be made! I don’t know where my Nana got it, but I found my version in one of those community cookbooks that I love and adore. The creamy texture, basic crust and delicious flavors make this perfectly spiced pumpkin cream pie an absolute must for your dessert table this season. You and your guests will not be disappointed. Do you love pumpkin pie? I have heard that if you don’t, then this is the way to go, but of course even if you do, it is still the way to go. Trust me. So creamy. So good. Creamy Pumpkin Pie is a must. More fun pumpkin recipes: Pumpkin Cream Pie Printable Recipe Pumpkin Cream Pie - 1 9 inch pre-baked pie crust - 16 ounces cream cheese softened - ¾ cup pumpkin - ¾ cup granulated sugar - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice make your own, or use storebought - 1 ¾ cups whipped cream homemade or storebought, divided - In a large mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese with the pumpkin, scrape the sides down. Add the sugar, vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape the sides of the mixing bowl to ensure everything is whipped together. - Fold in ¾ cup of whipped cream. - Spoon the mixture into the pre-baked pie crust. - Spread the remaining whipped cream across the top. Sprinkle with Cinnamon or Nutmeg if desired. - Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, but 12 hours or overnight is best. Serve cold and enjoy!

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Almost all of us have hammered a nail and have faced a situation where the nail gets bent. It is the most common issue faced when working with nails. Dealing with bend nails may not be as easy as it seems to be. Sometimes, the nails get bent and stuck in such a way that it becomes difficult to remove them. You may also end up damaging your material. It is not easy to remove all types of nails using the same method. There are different techniques for removing nails. Each technique differs from the other depending upon the type of bent. You can use a claw hammer, cat’s paw, prying bar, or nail remover to remove different types of nails. But a claw hammer is the most common tool that is found everywhere. So, we are here to share the different techniques to pull out bent nail using a claw hammer based on our experiences and research. But before you proceed any further, make sure to follow basic safety rules when working with hand tools. This is important to keep you safe. Let’s dive right in… How To Pull Out Bent Nail Using A Claw Hammer You must have come across a situation when you are hitting the nail and your nails get bent. Now, you cant proceed with your work further and your next step is to remove the nail. However, how you are going to remove the nail will depend on the type of bent and the length the nail has sunken into the material. It is easy to remove the nails that are halfway sunken. However, long nails that are too deep will require an extra amount of effort. Removing the nail will leave back a large hole. It is well enough if you are good with the hole but if looks matter in your project you need to find out ways to fix the large hole. 1. When The Nail Is Sunken Half Way And Bent. When the nail is sunken only halfway, it is not a difficult task to remove the nail till the head of the nail is visible. Step 1: Get hold of the nail head using the claw side of the hammer. If you are not able to get hold of the head, lift the head using a screwdriver. Step 2: Begin pulling out the nail giving it twisting motions. If the nail is not too long, you would easily get rid of the nail doing this. Step 3: But if the nail is long enough, you will need a support block at the base of the hammer to apply a greater amount of pull force. 2. When The Nail Is Bent And Buried In The Material. This type of nail is the most difficult one to remove. Learning how to remove bent and sunken nails can help you during construction and renovation projects. Step 1: Since the nail is buried deep inside it will be difficult to get hold of the nail using the claw of the hammer. So, try exposing the head of the nail using a knife or any other sharp object. Step 2: Once the head is exposed enough, grab the head of the nail using the claw of the hammer. Make sure the hold is strong enough such that the claw does not slip off. Step 3: Begin prying slowly to lift the nail head from the surface. Move the nail to the left and right, back, and this. This will loosen up the nail so that it comes out easily. Step 4: Once the nail is lifted enough from the surface, hold the claw close enough to the surface of the material and continue pulling it sideways, back and forth until the nail instantly falls. Step 5: If the nail is very long, take a wooden wedge and place it underneath the head of the hammer for a lift and continue pulling it. How To Remove A Nail Without A Head One of the most frustrating things when dealing with nails is when the head of a nail breaks off. Since they can be difficult to drive in and pull out, headless nails can be a real pain. So let us see step by step how you can easily remove a nail with no head. Step 1: Using a claw hammer, insert the nail into the claw of the hammer. Step 2: Take a pair of lineman’s plier and grip the shaft of the nail tightly such that it doesn’t slips. Step 3: Pull the hammer in the same way as you would pull when the head of the nail is intact. Step 4: Make sure the pliers are tight against the hammer claws. Pull up and back on the nail with the pliers at the same time. The broken nail should be easy to remove using the two hand tools combined leverage. Tips To Avoid Bending Of Nails It is very frustrating when your nail bends in the middle of your project. Nails are slim and tend to easily bend during hammering. Therefore, here are a few things you can do to avoid the bending of nails. - Use Pliers: When you are pounding the nail, use a pair of pliers to hold them in place. This will not bend the nail while giving you better control and a non-slip grip. - Hit Slow And Light: Don’t be in a hurry to hit the nail. Do it slowly giving light strokes till the nail is halfway in. Now there is no more risk of nail getting bend. You can easily pound the other half of the nail with full force. - Use Bigger Sized Nails: The smaller and thinner the nails are, the more likely they are to be bent while pounding. So, if you are okay with using bigger or regular nails, go for them first. - Use Softer Material: The harder the material, the more chances are high that the nail will bend. So, if you can choose you material, go for softer ones. Best Claw Hammers To Pull Out Bent Nails Since now you know how to remove a bent nail, you will also be requiring a claw hammer. It is well and good if you have one. But, if you don’t own one, this guide will help you select the right claw hammer to pull nails. Here are the 3 best claw hammers selected for you. 1. Mr. Pen- Claw Hammer Mr. Pen Claw Hammer is a small stubby hammer weighing around 8 ounces which is just perfect to be used at home to drive nails and pull out bent nails. The design and the size of the hammer make it quite handy and therefore preferred by many. The ergonomically designed non-slip soft handle gives you a great experience. The small size of the hammer is just perfect and very much convenient for work allowing you to carry it anywhere and everywhere. Without a doubt, you can easily go for this hammer if you are looking for one as it is High-Density Carbon Steel, Anti-rust, and Durable. 2. Irwin Claw Hammer Irwin Claw Hammer is a great hammer if you prefer a little weight. This hammer weighs 16 ounces and the head is made up of forged steel for superior durability. The handle of the hammer is made up of fiberglass for shock absorption and the Pro Touch grip provides comfort and reduces fatigue. If you work with a hammer very frequently, this is going to be the best choice for you. It features a smooth face to prevent surface marks and a rip claw for nail removal and prying applications. 3. ESTWING Claw Hammer If you are looking for a hammer that can be used for years altogether, this is just the perfect one. The hammer is forged in one piece which means no poor-quality castings or welds to fail. You can use the hammer for all types of work apart from nails. It has a versatile and straight rip claw design which can be used for everything from pulling nails and prying boards to demolition work and splitting wood. Estwing’s molded Shock Reduction Grip provides optimal slip-free comfort, durability, and superior grip in all Jobsite conditions. Pulling nails is a time-consuming process if you don’t know how to do it. It can damage wood or concrete which is a great problem. That’s why we have discussed the three conditions of bent nails. The way you pull out nails will differ from each other depending upon the type of bent. Before removing a nail, have a close look at the nail and understand its type so that you do not damage your work. I hope you have learned how to remove buried nails from this article. In any case, a hammer doesn’t work, you can also go for other methods of nail removal. By the way, this whole article is written after deep research and depends on my own experience. So you are not going to face any problems. If you have any queries, feel free to ask in the comment below. FAQ: How To Pull Out Bent Nail Using A Claw Hammer Many people fail to remove the nails that they want to and end up damaging their workpieces. That is why there is a lot of doubt regarding this among people. In this FAQ section, we have tried our best to answer some of the most common doubts. 1. How To Safely Remove A Nail That Is Stuck In A Wall? Ans: You can easily remove the nail from the wall using a claw hammer making sure that you do not damage the wall. If a claw hammer doesn’t work, use a plier to pull it out while giving twisting motions. 2. Why Do Nails Bend While Hammering? Ans: If you bend your most frequently, that can be a few reasons. Your nail may be too long or you make be knocking way too fast. It can happen when the hammer hits the nail at an angle. 3. How To Avoid Bending Of Nails While Hammering? Ans: Hold the nail with a pair of pliers keeping it straight. Give light strokes while keeping the hammer head flat.

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Traveling can be a hassle, especially with large luggage and tight schedules. To make traveling easier, Metro Airport Transportation offers an effortless travel experience. Metro Airport Transportation allows passengers to easily book a ride from their current location to the airport in no time. Detroit Metro Airport Transportation provides private and shared rides for its customers, so whether you’re looking for a more personalized experience or an economic one, you’ll find the perfect ride for your journey. To know more about business then visit icsbusiness dot net Explore Metro Airport Transportation Detroit Metro airport transportation provides an easy and affordable way to get there. With various public transportation options, such as buses, trains, and shuttles, travelers can easily find their way to the airport without worrying about traffic or parking. Buses are a great option for those who need to travel during peak hours with heavy road traffic. 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With just a few simple clicks, travelers can book a safe ride to and from the airport with Detroit Airport Transportation at any hour of the day. The user-friendly platform also allows customers who need to update or cancel their reservations quickly and effortlessly without contacting customer service directly. That way, they don’t have to worry about being charged for unnecessary services they may not want anymore. All in all, Metro Airport Transportation’s smooth booking process helps travelers get where they need to go fast so they can focus on more important things like enjoying their trip! Safety Protocols: Clean, Safe Vehicles At Metro Airport Transportation, safety is our top priority. All vehicles in our fleet are inspected regularly and thoroughly cleaned by professional staff to ensure a safe and healthy experience for all passengers. In addition, we require all chauffeurs to wear face masks while on the job and undergo temperature checks before they enter their vehicles. We also enforce strict social distancing practices in all of our vehicles. Passengers must sit at least two seats apart from others, with the window seat always left empty for extra precaution. Furthermore, Detroit Airport Transportation utilizes advanced air purification systems inside each vehicle that eliminate over 99% of airborne viruses and bacteria within minutes of activation. We strive to provide an enjoyable yet safe experience for every passenger who chooses us as their transportation provider. Customer Support: 24/7 Help An efficient customer support system is essential for any business, especially one providing transportation services. Metro Airport Transportation provides customers with 24 7 help when needed. Whether it’s a simple question or a more complicated problem with your current booking, customer service representatives can help you anytime or at night. The 24/7 customer care team also assists travelers in arranging their transportation needs from the airport to their destination and vice versa. With Detroit Metro Airport Transportation, customers can rest assured that they will receive assistance whenever needed and helpful advice about the city and its attractions during their travels. The customer service team is knowledgeable about the local area and can provide valuable advice on where to go and what to do while in town. Detroit Airport Transportation prides itself on providing excellent service to its clients; knowing that customers have access to professional support at all times gives them peace of mind and allows them to focus on having an effortless travel experience without worrying about potential problems or issues along the way. In conclusion, DTW Car Service provides the best airport transportation experience. Their experienced drivers are always available to take you on your next adventure, and their vehicles are comfortable for all passengers. They also provide competitive rates so you can easily and conveniently travel. Detroit Airport Transportation is committed to providing exceptional service from the moment you book until you arrive at your destination safely. With its reliable customer service, cutting-edge technology, and comprehensive fleet of vehicles, Metro airport transportation is an ideal partner for travelers looking for effortless transportation solutions.

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The death of Deadwood mayor and District 31 State Representative Charles M. Turbiville leaves voters in Lawrence County with a complicated electoral situation. Ballots were finalized in August, and early voters started marking them on September 21. Many District 31 residents have thus already cast their votes for Legislature, and surely some of them have cast one of their two votes for the now-deceased incumbent. We do not toss those ballots. Nor do we print new ballots. District 31 residents casting votes from now through Election Day will have the option of casting one of their two votes for a man who is now unable to serve. The other options on the ballot are incumbent Rep. Tim Johns and Democratic challengers Naveen Malik and Wyatt* Osthus. If two of the living candidates are the top vote-getters, then nothing weird happens. The winners take the oath in Pierre on January 8 and go to work in the Legislature. But if the deceased candidate places first or second, it will fall to the Governor to appoint Turbiville’s replacement in the 2019–2020 Legislature. Governor Dennis Daugaard got to do this after the 2016 election. Rep. Dan Dryden died shortly before the election, with his name on the ballot. Governor Daugaard encouraged voters to mark Dryden’s name so he could appoint David Lust to the seat, and voters obliged. But this time, the vacancy the Governor must fill does not occur until January 8, after Dennis Daugaard departs for Dell Rapids and our new Governor takes his or her oath. District 31 voters thus face an unusual gamble. If they cast a vote for Turbiville, they are really saying, “Let the next Governor pick,” even as we sit amidst a governor’s race with no certain outcome. Perhaps there isn’t much struggle here: folks wanting change from the one-party status quo should vote for Osthus and Malik. Folks wanting to stick with Republicans should vote for Johns and Turbiville and then pray for Kristi Noem to get her poop in a group and stop turning off voters. But recognize that every vote for Chuck Turbiville is, in a way, a 50% vote for Billie Sutton to pick one of District 31’s next Representatives. And if that opportunity arises, Governor Sutton will face a test of his non-partisanship before a single bill reaches his desk. Correction 23:19 CDT: Holy cow! I originally read Wyatt and typed Wayne. I apologize to all the Wyatts and Waynes out there for the confusion!

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For those seeking a practical and nutritious dish for their diet, Sop Oyong Misoa is… Like a large number of professional program industries, legal areas are burdened with a great number of repeating tasks. Whilst it may not be possible to completely eradicate rote function, advanced technological approaches will be helping lawyers streamline and systemize many of these procedures. It might seem to be daunting to add new automation technology for the legal workflows of a organization, but with mindful planning it is usually much easier you think. Initial, identify the tasks that could reap the benefits of being computerized. Then identify the root process that drives those jobs. From there, identify what data elements will be needed for every single task and just how that data is collected. Finally, choose a tool that could enable you to systemize those functions. Legal motorisation is a must for any firm that really wants to remain competitive in the modern world. The right application allows you to save time and effort, which can be better spent on billable work. For example , when a potential client completes an online intake form, the proper software will take that info and source it with your database and follow up with an indication to agenda an appointment with you. In a similar manner, automating document creation saves paralegal teams enough time they would possess spent hand-drafting legal files by simply simply clicking a button to populate canned templates with their data. This kind of frees up time that can be devoted to additional projects and clients, eventually increasing success. With the right tools and strategy, click to investigate also small , solitary, or medium-sized firms may use legal practice automatization to stay before their rivals.

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“I found myself, in truth, on the brink of the valley of the sad abyss that gathers the thunder of an infinite howling. It was so dark, and deep, and clouded, that I could see nothing by staring into its depths.” “This is the vision that greets the author and narrator upon entry the first circle of Hell—Limbo, home to honorable pagans—in Dante Alighieri’s Inferno, the first part of his 14th-century epic poem, Divine Comedy. Before Dante and his guide, the classical poet Virgil, encounter Purgatorio and Paradiso, they must first journey through a multilayered hellscape of sinners—from the lustful and gluttonous of the early circles to the heretics and traitors that dwell below. This first leg of their journey culminates, at Earth’s very core, with Satan, encased in ice up to his waist, eternally gnawing on Judas, Brutus, and Cassius (traitors to God) in his three mouths. In addition to being among the greatest Italian literary works, Divine Comedy also heralded a craze for “infernal cartography,” or mapping the Hell that Dante had created. “This desire to chart the landscape of Hell began with Antonio Manetti, a 15th-century Florentine (like Dante himself) architect and mathematician. He diligently worked on the “site, form and measurements” of Hell, assessing, for example, the width of Limbo—87.5 miles across, he calculated. There are several theories for why it was so important then to delineate Dante’s Hell, including the general popularity of cartography at the time and the Renaissance obsession with proportions and measurements.” […] –Anika Burgess, Atlas Obscura, July 13, 2017

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Bill and Hillary Clinton both suggested that American democracy is teetering on the edge of existence in a pair of separate interviews this week. The pair both said the government as we know it is at risk after the third January 6 committee hearing and a new poll saying a majority of both Democrats and Republicans believe America will ‘cease to exist’ as a democracy. Former president Bill told CBS’s The Late Late Show host James Corden on Wednesday night that he fears the United States could ‘completely lose our constitutional democracy’. Hillary painted a similarly bleak picture in an interview with the Financial Times in an interview published less than 48 hours later on Friday. Reporter Edward Luce suggested to her that the Democrats ‘seem to be going out of their way to lose elections by elevating activist causes, notably the transgender debate, which are relevant only to a small minority’. ‘We are standing on the precipice of losing our democracy, and everything that everybody else cares about then goes out the window.’ Read more: Clintons claim America is on the edge of losing democracy – say the pair owned by the Cult that is deleting all freedom. System arse-licker James Corden nods in deference as two serial killers spout their Cult propaganda

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In this episode, you are in for a treat. Not only will you meet Susan Morris, a dynamic speaker and coach who can help you up your career ladder, but you’ll also be a witness as she takes host David Otey through a simple yet surprising demonstration of the mind-body connection. When it comes to building your confidence, you don’t want to go on stage until you’ve heard what Susan Morris has to say. Susan cites 2014 research by Deborah Gruenfeld, a professor of leadership and organization at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, who posits that your posture doesn’t just reflect your level of confidence, insecurity, or anything else. Instead, your posture sends messages to your brain that tells you how to feel. If you need to feel confident, you want your posture to send your brain that message of standing tall. Be sure to check out how she has David demonstrate this—unrehearsed—during the episode! Follow up with Susan Morris by email: Susan@susanmorriscoaching.com. The book David mentions in the program is Making Numbers Count: The Art and Science of Communicating Numbers by Chip Heath and Karla Starr. He recommends it highly. Find out more about host David Otey at https://davidotey.com, where you can also contact him. He’d love to hear from you.

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Dungeons & Dragons creates fantasy role-playing games. Dungeons & Dragons says its illustrators are not allowed to use AI to generate artwork. The company said it is updating its guidance after discovering a commissioned artist had used the tech. AI-generated artwork has sparked ethical concerns and copyright issues. Fantasy franchise Dungeons & Dragons says illustrators are not allowed to use AI to generate artwork commissioned by the company. The company said they are updating their guidance after discovering that an artist they had worked with for almost a decade used the new technology to create work for an upcoming book. The fantasy franchise said they had reached out to the artist and he had agreed to stop using AI for D&D artwork going forward. Dungeons & Dragons made the comments via Twitter, now rebranded to X. In a statement, they said: “We are revising our process and updating our artist guidelines to make clear that artists must refrain from using AI art generation as part of their art creation process for developing D&D.” The artwork that sparked the statement is set to be included in an upcoming book called “Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants.” Representatives for Dungeons & Dragons did not immediately respond to Insider’s request for comment, made outside normal working hours. AI-generated artwork has been a cause of contention in the art world. The rise of text-to-image-based programs such as DALL-E and Midjourney has caused copyright issues and ethical concerns, with some creatives saying their work has been used to train AI systems without their consent. Some artists such as Greg Rutkowski, who has also made work for Dungeons & Dragons, have taken issue with their names being used as prompts for AI to generate art in their style. Rutkowski previously told Insider he was worried that this widespread imitation would lead to his unique style dropping in value. Recently, three artists took legal action against companies behind AI text-to-image generators Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, and DreamUp, citing several violations including copyright infringement and unlawful competition.

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Table of Contents Setting the Stage for Early Education In the dynamic landscape of early childhood education, where the roots of intellectual and emotional development are planted, the traditional notion of daycare has evolved into a profound opportunity for holistic growth. It’s in this ever-evolving terrain that Hermitage Hills Day School emerges as a beacon of innovation, reshaping the conventional educational narrative for the precious minds entrusted to its care. Philosophy of Little Minds Embarking on the journey of education at Hermitage Hills Day School is akin to stepping into a world where every nook and cranny serves as a gateway to exploration. Here, curiosity isn’t merely encouraged; it’s revered. Children are beckoned to ask questions, and in doing so, they unearth the treasures of knowledge and understanding. The spirit of inquiry isn’t just acknowledged; it’s celebrated, creating an environment where curiosity isn’t stifled but becomes the guiding force for intellectual curiosity. In this educational haven, every corner is a canvas, and every moment an opportunity for discovery. Hermitage Hills Day School recognizes that true learning isn’t confined to textbooks; it’s found in the exploration of the world around us. From the vibrant hues of nature-infused classrooms to the open spaces beckoning outdoor play, the school provides an environment that encourages children to engage with their surroundings, fostering a sense of wonder that permeates every aspect of their education. Fostering a Love for Learning Beyond the acquisition of facts and figures, Hermitage Hills Day School embraces a profound philosophy – the cultivation of a genuine love for learning. Recognizing that passion is the driving force behind true intellectual fulfillment, the school instills in its students a deep-rooted appreciation for the joy of discovery. It’s not just about what they learn; it’s about igniting a flame that will continue to burn brightly throughout their educational journey and beyond. In essence, the philosophy of little minds at Hermitage Hills Day School is a testament to the belief that education is not a destination but a lifelong odyssey, where curiosity and a love for learning become the compass guiding these young minds towards a future brimming with possibilities. Holistic Development at Hermitage Hills Day School At Hermitage Hills Day School, education is a tapestry woven with threads of intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. The school’s commitment extends far beyond the conventional boundaries of academia. Here, intellectual growth is not a linear path but a dynamic journey enriched by diverse learning experiences. In classrooms alive with vibrant discussions, young minds don’t just absorb information; they engage with it, question it, and cultivate the invaluable skill of critical thinking. The curriculum becomes a gateway to not just knowledge, but a deeper understanding of the intricacies of the world, preparing students to navigate its complexities with acumen and insight. Recognizing that true success in life extends beyond intellectual prowess, Hermitage Hills Day School places a premium on nurturing emotional intelligence. In a world where emotional well-being is foundational to personal and interpersonal success, the school tailors activities and guidance to help children understand and manage their emotions effectively. Through a curriculum that includes emotional literacy, students not only gain insight into their feelings but also learn to navigate the ebb and flow of emotions in others. This focus on emotional intelligence lays a strong foundation for healthy relationships, resilience in the face of challenges, and a balanced approach to life. The Environment Matters Beyond Four Walls Hermitage Hills Day School believes that learning is not confined to the four walls of a classroom; it extends far beyond. The school redefines the learning environment, recognizing that education is not just about acquiring knowledge but also about the context in which learning takes place. By transcending conventional boundaries, students find themselves immersed in a dynamic, ever-evolving atmosphere that mirrors the real-world scenarios they will encounter in their futures. Nature-Infused Learning Spaces Escape the confines of traditional classrooms, and step into an environment where nature is not just a backdrop but an integral part of the learning experience. Hermitage Hills Day School acknowledges the profound impact of nature on cognitive development. Outdoor classrooms, green spaces, and nature-infused learning spaces become more than settings for education; they become catalysts for curiosity, inspiration, and a deep connection with the world. Outdoor Exploration and Play Play is not merely a pastime at Hermitage Hills Day School; it’s a cornerstone of childhood development. The commitment to outdoor play goes beyond the superficial realms of recreation; it is seamlessly woven into the fabric of the curriculum. Outdoor play becomes an integral part of the learning process, fostering physical health, developing social skills through collaboration and teamwork, and instilling a profound appreciation for the beauty and wonders of the world that surrounds them. In essence, Hermitage Hills Day School’s holistic approach to development encompasses not only the intellectual prowess of its students but also their emotional intelligence and the environment in which their educational journey unfolds. It’s a synthesis of knowledge, emotion, and surroundings, crafting a comprehensive educational experience that nurtures well-rounded individuals poised to make a positive impact on the world. Technology with Purpose In the rapidly advancing digital landscape, Hermitage Hills Day School conscientiously embraces the role of technology in shaping the educational journey of its students. Acknowledging the transformative potential of digital tools, the school adopts a discerning approach to technology integration. Here, technology is not a standalone entity but a strategic complement to traditional teaching methods. It serves as a dynamic tool that enhances learning experiences rather than overshadowing the invaluable benefits of hands-on, experiential education. The integration is smart, purposeful, and aligns seamlessly with the broader educational goals, ensuring that technology is a catalyst for knowledge expansion and not a distraction. Balancing Screen Time In a world where screens permeate every facet of life, Hermitage Hills Day School is cognizant of the potential pitfalls of excessive screen time, especially for young minds. The school places a premium on maintaining a delicate equilibrium, recognizing that screens should never be a substitute for genuine, tactile learning experiences. Every digital activity is meticulously curated to supplement, not replace, traditional methods. By striking this balance, the school ensures that its students embark on a digital journey that is not only enriching but also respects the importance of hands-on exploration and face-to-face interactions. Arts as a Foundation At Hermitage Hills Day School, art is not confined to the periphery of the curriculum; it is the very foundation upon which creativity and imagination are built. Various art forms, from painting to sculpture, are seamlessly woven into the fabric of education. Beyond being a mere subject, art becomes a form of expression and exploration. Students are encouraged not only to create but to delve into the depths of their imagination, discovering a unique voice that transcends the limitations of words. Music and Movement Recognizing the holistic benefits of music and movement, Hermitage Hills Day School integrates these elements into the daily rhythm of activities. Music becomes more than a pleasant background; it becomes a powerful tool for cognitive development, enhancing memory retention and fostering a deep appreciation for rhythm and melody. Movement is not just about physical activity; it is a crucial aspect of developing fine and gross motor skills, enhancing physical coordination, and providing an avenue for emotional expression. Together, music and movement contribute to a well-rounded educational experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional learning. Learning Through Play Role of Play in Cognitive Development Play, at Hermitage Hills Day School, is more than just a break from structured activities; it’s a gateway to cognitive development. Recognizing the inherent power of play, the school harnesses its potential to enhance problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and social interaction. In the playful environment, children are encouraged to explore, experiment, and make sense of the world around them. Through carefully designed activities, play becomes a dynamic tool for cognitive growth, stimulating curiosity and creativity that form the building blocks of a robust intellectual foundation. Structured Play for Skill Building Play at Hermitage Hills Day School is purposeful and structured, designed to serve as building blocks for essential skills. Whether engaging in team-based games or making decisions during imaginative play, every activity contributes to skill-building. The importance of play transcends mere amusement; it becomes a deliberate approach to developing crucial life skills. From teamwork to decision-making, the structured play activities lay the groundwork for future academic and social success, fostering a sense of competence and self-assurance in every child. Expertise of Educators The Role of Passionate Teachers At the heart of Hermitage Hills Day School’s success lies the dedication and passion of its educators. More than disseminators of knowledge, teachers are architects of trust and security. Beyond the conventional role, they form genuine connections with students, creating a secure and nurturing environment where learning flourishes. Through passion-driven teaching, educators inspire curiosity and a love for learning that extends far beyond the classroom. Personalized Learning Approaches Recognizing the individuality of each child, teachers at Hermitage Hills Day School employ personalized learning approaches. Rather than adhering to a one-size-fits-all model, strategies are tailored to the unique strengths and challenges of each student. This ensures that every child receives the support required for optimal growth and development, fostering an environment where students feel seen, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Continuous Professional Development In the dynamic field of education, staying current is paramount. The educators at Hermitage Hills Day School are committed to continuous professional development. Through ongoing training and exposure to the latest educational trends, teachers refine their skills, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovative and effective teaching methodologies. This commitment reflects not only in the classroom but in the ability to adapt to the ever-evolving needs of their students. Building Character and Values Ethics in Early Education Hermitage Hills Day School goes beyond traditional academics; it is a bastion for character and values. The school takes a proactive approach, integrating ethical teachings into the curriculum. By instilling morals and values from an early age, students develop a strong ethical foundation that guides their decision-making, fostering empathy, integrity, and a sense of responsibility. Building a Strong Foundation for Ethics The formative years are pivotal in shaping ethical decision-making. Hermitage Hills Day School recognizes this critical juncture, guiding children through scenarios that foster empathy, integrity, and a sense of responsibility. Through purposeful activities and discussions, students understand the importance of ethical behavior, laying a foundation for a lifetime of principled choices. Education is a collaborative effort, involving not just teachers and students but the broader community. Hermitage Hills Day School actively engages students in collaborative projects that extend beyond the classroom. Through community-focused initiatives, students develop a sense of shared responsibility, learning firsthand the impact they can have on the world around them. Social Responsibility from a Young Age Through community-focused initiatives, students learn the value of social responsibility from a young age. These experiences not only broaden their understanding of the world but also instill a sense of duty towards making a positive impact. From environmental projects to community service, students become active contributors to a better society, fostering a lifelong commitment to social responsibility. Establishing a Supportive Partnership Recognizing the pivotal role parents play in a child’s education, Hermitage Hills Day School prioritizes transparent communication. Establishing clear channels of communication ensures that parents are not only informed but actively involved in their child’s educational journey. The school understands that a supportive partnership between educators and parents is integral to a child’s success. Inclusive Family Engagement Events Beyond conventional parent-teacher meetings, Hermitage Hills Day School organizes inclusive family engagement events. These gatherings provide opportunities for parents to actively participate in their child’s learning experiences. By involving parents in the educational process, the school fosters a sense of unity between home and school, creating a collaborative environment conducive to a child’s overall development. Understanding the Parental Role Parents are essential partners in the educational process. Hermitage Hills Day School emphasizes the delicate balance between fostering independence and providing necessary support. Recognizing that this equilibrium is key to a child’s overall development, the school encourages parents to actively engage in understanding and supporting their child’s individual needs. The Power of Reinforcement at Home Educational lessons extend beyond the classroom; they find reinforcement at home. Hermitage Hills Day School collaborates with parents, providing insights and resources to extend learning into daily life. By creating a seamless integration between school and home environments, the school ensures that the lessons learned in the classroom resonate throughout a child’s entire day. Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Cultivating an Inclusive Environment Diversity is not merely acknowledged but celebrated at Hermitage Hills Day School. The school’s curriculum intentionally incorporates lessons that celebrate differences, fostering an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and understood. Through diverse perspectives and experiences, students gain a profound appreciation for the richness that diversity brings to their educational journey. Teaching Respect for Diversity Respect is a cornerstone of Hermitage Hills Day School’s ethos. Through intentional teachings and experiences, students learn the importance of respecting and appreciating diversity. By fostering an environment of acceptance, the school prepares students not just for academic success but for a world that thrives on understanding and acceptance. The world is interconnected, and Hermitage Hills Day School prepares students for a globalized future. Cultural awareness is not just a subject; it’s ingrained in the curriculum. Through exposure to different cultures and perspectives, students develop a broadened worldview, nurturing a sense of global citizenship that goes beyond geographical boundaries. Preparing Children for a Globalized World In an era where borders are increasingly blurred, Hermitage Hills Day School equips students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a globalized world. Exposure to different cultures becomes a foundational aspect of their educational journey, fostering not only tolerance but a genuine appreciation for the diversity that defines our global community. Assessing Progress and Individual Growth Holistic Assessment Methods Beyond the confines of traditional testing, assessment at Hermitage Hills Day School takes a holistic approach. The school considers not just academic achievements but also social, emotional, and creative milestones that contribute to a well-rounded education. By looking at the complete picture, educators gain insights into the multifaceted development of each student. Recognizing and Encouraging Unique Talents Every child is unique, and Hermitage Hills Day School actively identifies and encourages individual talents. Recognizing that strengths may lie beyond conventional academic metrics, the school ensures that each student receives recognition and support in areas where they shine. By celebrating diverse talents, the school fosters a culture where every child feels valued for their individual contributions. Tracking Development Milestones Hermitage Hills Day School recognizes the diversity in learning paces and styles. To address this, the school implements individualized learning plans. These plans cater to each child’s specific needs, ensuring that they progress at a pace that optimizes their potential. By tracking development milestones, educators can tailor their approach, providing the necessary support for each student’s unique journey. Celebrating Personal Achievements The journey of education is marked by milestones, both big and small. Hermitage Hills Day School takes pride in celebrating not just academic accomplishments but also personal achievements. By acknowledging and celebrating individual successes, the school fosters a culture where every effort is seen, valued, and contributes to the overall growth and development of each student. Hermitage Hills Day School: Where Little Minds Blossom As we traverse the landscape of early education, Hermitage Hills Day School emerges as a beacon of excellence. The commitment to nurturing curiosity, fostering holistic development, and embracing diversity creates an environment where little minds not only learn but flourish into big thinkers. In this transformative journey, the school, the educators, the parents, and most importantly, the children, collaborate to lay the foundation for a future where every mind is empowered to make a significant impact. Hermitage Hills Day School is not just a daycare; it’s a sanctuary where little minds blossom into big thinkers, ready to shape the world.

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|present at the joint of femur and tibia fibula |Anatomical terms of bone The patella (pl.: patellae or patellas), also known as the kneecap, is a flat, rounded triangular bone which articulates with the femur (thigh bone) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. The patella is found in many tetrapods, such as mice, cats, birds and dogs, but not in whales, or most reptiles. In humans, the patella is the largest sesamoid bone (i.e., embedded within a tendon or a muscle) in the body. Babies are born with a patella of soft cartilage which begins to ossify into bone at about four years of age. The patella is a sesamoid bone roughly triangular in shape, with the apex of the patella facing downwards. The apex is the most inferior (lowest) part of the patella. It is pointed in shape, and gives attachment to the patellar ligament. The front and back surfaces are joined by a thin margin and towards centre by a thicker margin. The tendon of the quadriceps femoris muscle attaches to the base of the patella., with the vastus intermedius muscle attaching to the base itself, and the vastus lateralis and vastus medialis are attached to outer lateral and medial borders of patella respectively. The upper third of the front of the patella is coarse, flattened, and rough, and serves for the attachment of the tendon of the quadriceps and often has exostoses. The middle third has numerous vascular canaliculi. The lower third culminates in the apex which serves as the origin of the patellar ligament. The posterior surface is divided into two parts. The upper three-quarters of the patella articulates with the femur and is subdivided into a medial and a lateral facet by a vertical ledge which varies in shape. In the adult the articular surface is about 12 cm2 (1.9 sq in) and covered by cartilage, which can reach a maximal thickness of 6 mm (0.24 in) in the centre at about 30 years of age. Owing to the great stress on the patellofemoral joint during resisted knee flexion, the articular cartilage of the patella is among the thickest in the human body. The lower part of the posterior surface has vascular canaliculi filled and is filled by fatty tissue, the infrapatellar fat pad. Emarginations (i.e. patella emarginata, a "missing piece") are common laterally on the proximal edge. Bipartite patellas are the result of an ossification of a second cartilaginous layer at the location of an emargination. Previously, bipartite patellas were explained as the failure of several ossification centres to fuse, but this idea has been rejected. Partite patellas occur almost exclusively in men. Tripartite and even multipartite patellas occur. The upper three-quarters of the patella articulates with the femur and is subdivided into a medial and a lateral facet by a vertical ledge which varies in shape. Four main types of articular surface can be distinguished: In the patella an ossification centre develops at the age of 3–6 years. The patella originates from two centres of ossification which unite when fully formed. The primary functional role of the patella is knee extension. The patella increases the leverage that the quadriceps tendon can exert on the femur by increasing the angle at which it acts. The patella is attached to the tendon of the quadriceps femoris muscle, which contracts to extend/straighten the knee. The patella is stabilized by the insertion of the horizontal fibres of vastus medialis and by the prominence of the lateral femoral condyle, which discourages lateral dislocation during flexion. The retinacular fibres of the patella also stabilize it during exercise. Main article: Patellar dislocation Patellar dislocations occur with significant regularity, particularly in young female athletes. It involves the patella sliding out of its position on the knee, most often laterally, and may be associated with extremely intense pain and swelling. The patella can be tracked back into the groove with an extension of the knee, and therefore sometimes returns into the proper position on its own. A patella alta is a high-riding (superiorly aligned) patella. An attenuated patella alta is an unusually small patella that develops out of and above the joint. A patella baja is a low-riding patella. A long-standing patella baja may result in extensor dysfunction. The Insall-Salvati ratio helps to indicate patella baja on lateral X-rays, and is calculated as the patellar tendon length divided by the patellar bone length. An Insall-Salvati ratio of < 0.8 indicates patella baja. Main article: Patella fracture The kneecap is prone to injury because of its particularly exposed location, and fractures of the patella commonly occur as a consequence of direct trauma onto the knee. These fractures usually cause swelling and pain in the region, bleeding into the joint (hemarthrosis), and an inability to extend the knee. Patella fractures are usually treated with surgery, unless the damage is minimal and the extensor mechanism is intact. An exostosis is the formation of new bone onto a bone, as a result of excess calcium formation. This can be the cause of chronic pain when formed on the patella. The patella is found in placental mammals and birds; most marsupials have only rudimentary, non-ossified patellae although a few species possess a bony patella. A patella is also present in the living monotremes, the platypus and the echidna. In other tetrapods, including living amphibians and most reptiles (except some Lepidosaurs), the muscle tendons from the upper leg are attached directly to the tibia, and a patella is not present. In 2017 it was discovered that frogs have kneecaps, contrary to what was thought. This raises the possibility that the kneecap arose 350 million years ago when tetrapods first appeared, but that it disappeared in some animals. The word patella originated in the late 17th century from the diminutive form of Latin patina or patena or paten, meaning shallow dish.

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If you're a world traveler and are seeking the best possible restroom on the planet to drop a deuce, look no further. The Hipopo Papa Cafe, located in Akashi, Japan, is home to the $225K aquarium bathroom. The walls of the bathroom are clear glass, allowing you to see an incredible array of fish and aquatic life as you take care of business. The bathroom has been around for 12 years and is a popular tourist attraction. The owners of the cafe say people often spend more time in there than they do spending money. Many people say they're too afraid to use the toilet while all of the fish are looking at them. No word where the contents of the toilet go when you flush, be we presume it doesn't end up in the water surrounding you.

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Proceedings of Machine Learning Research In order to deploy deep models in a computationally efficient manner, model quantization approaches have been frequently used. In addition, as new hardware that supports mixed bitwidth arithmetic operations, recent research on mixed precision quantization (MPQ) begins to fully leverage the capacity of representation by searching optimized bitwidths for different layers and modules in a network. However, previous studies mainly search the MPQ strategy in a costly scheme using reinforcement learning, neural architecture search, etc., or simply utilize partial prior knowledge for bitwidth assignment, which might be biased on locality of information and is sub-optimal. In this work, we present a novel Stochastic Differentiable Quantization (SDQ) method that can automatically learn the MPQ strategy in a more flexible and globally-optimized space with smoother gradient approximation. Particularly, Differentiable Bitwidth Parameters (DBPs) are employed as the probability factors in stochastic quantization between adjacent bitwidth choices. After the optimal MPQ strategy is acquired, we further train our network with Entropy-aware Bin Regularization and knowledge distillation. We extensively evaluate our method for several networks on different hardware (GPUs and FPGA) and datasets. SDQ outperforms all state-of-the-art mixed or single precision quantization with a lower bitwidth and is even better than the full-precision counterparts across various ResNet and MobileNet families, demonstrating its effectiveness and superiority. Program processors, Reinforcement learning, Stochastic systems X. Huang, et al, "SDQ: Stochastic Differentiable Quantization with Mixed Precision", in Proceedings of the 39th Intl. Conf. on Machine Learning, PMLR, vol 162, July 2022. https://proceedings.mlr.press/v162/huang22h/huang22h.pdf

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Amazon.com said costs might eviscerate its profit for the current quarter, as early holiday marketing does little to boost sales growth and as labour and delivery expenses continue to swell. Shares fell 19 per cent in after-hours trading to just over $90 US per share on the Nasdaq stock exchange in New York, from more than $110 previously. Less than a year ago, those shares were going for more than $180 apiece. But that was before the company has been swept up in a sell-off of shares in technology companies that were the darlings of investors earlier in the pandemic, but are now seeing their businesses upended. Facing high inflation and receding consumer demand, new CEO Andy Jassy has raced to control costs across Amazon’s vast array of businesses. For months, the online retailer has slowed warehouse openings and refrained from filling some open positions. It announced it would shut down its virtual health-care service by year end, and it is scaling back a long-touted effort to deliver goods via small autonomous sidewalk cars. - Amazon sucks up Roomba-maker iRobot for $1.7B - Technology layoffs show high-flying sector not immune from slowdown Broad technology sell-off Its peers have seen few bright spots. In the retail sector, U.S. online sales are expected to rise at their slowest pace in years this holiday season. Results in the tech industry were just as poor this week with companies like Google, Microsoft and Meta all disappointing investors with their financial results, adding to recession fears. Amazon said its operating income came in at $2.5 billion in the quarter, about half what it was last year. All of that came from the company’s AWS division, with the core e-commerce business losing money. In a statement, Jassy said, « There is obviously a lot happening in the macroeconomic environment, and we’ll balance our investments to be more streamlined without compromising our key long-term, strategic bets. » Amazon has sought higher revenue in all places. It raised fees for its fast-shipping club Prime up to an annual 43 per cent in Europe this quarter. It imposed a fuel and inflation surcharge on some merchants, and for the first time it had not one, but two cornerstone sales events in a year: Prime Day in July, and the Prime Early Access Sale this month. These efforts might not pay off. Amazon’s net sales were $127 billion in the third quarter ending Sept. 30, just shy of what analysts were expecting. And for the holiday quarter, the world’s biggest online retailer forecast net sales of between $140 billion and $148 billion. Analysts were expecting $155.15 billion. Its operating income for that period could be as low as $0, the company warned.

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REVIEW: Scandal on His Doorstep by Deborah Hale A baby is left on Jack Warwick’s doorstep. And the notorious rake doesn’t know if the child is his. Jack shares a Mayfair town house with two friends, and a note left with the baby suggests one of the three bachelors is the father…but which one? And who will care for the child until they can locate her mother? Jack can think of only one woman he would trust with such a delicate task. Annabelle Robb, the penniless widow of his cousin, has been too proud to accept his financial support. Enlisting her help with the baby is the perfect excuse to provide for the woman who was once his dearest friend. Annabelle agrees, with great reluctance. She cannot turn her back on an abandoned child, for both she and Jack know the pain of being unwanted. Yet she fears rekindling her old feelings for him, which were once far more than friendly…until he broke her heart Though Jack cannot be certain he is the baby’s father, his growing affection for the child makes him vow to reform his ways. Yet the more time he spends with Annabelle, the more he is torn between a sense of duty to find and marry the child’s mother …and his growing desire for Annabelle! Dear Ms. Hale, I will confess my secret and admit that the movie “Three Men and a Baby” is a guilty pleasure. The homage to that film was immediate when I read the blurb and hoping for a lighthearted Regency remake, I bought it. The start is the comedy I was looking for but unfortunately that didn’t last long. Men trying to deal with an infant still provokes laughter and any small changes in their devotion to said infant once they get used to her still earns men too many bonus points then and now. Still, watching Annabelle guilt them into twisting in the wind of their past rakish behavior is fun. Seeing the three men begin to take responsibility for Sarah and start to realize the inequalities of shame heaped on women v men is emotionally satisfying even if it’s probably realistically far-fetched. Then the conflict between Jack and Annabelle begins to take over the plot. Of course they believe wildly inaccurate things about each other and just as “of course” they refuse to reveal the truth so the misunderstandings can abound. Rinse and repeat along with lots of mental lusting for which they both heap coals of guilt on their own heads because it’s so often in the company of Sarah and one mustn’t lust in the presence of an infant, I guess. Plus Annabelle longs to hurl things at Jack far too often when she gets mad at him. But I want to know Sarah’s parentage so I continue. The by now well publicized scandal surrounding the three young men attempting to solve this mystery leads to a ton ball at which grave mistakes are made with aristocratic titles. Jane recently mentioned this in another review and I have to agree that this one at least, is easy to get correct so the continued reference to a Duke as Lord Whoosis grated. And suddenly two new plot threads are introduced out of nowhere. I guess they’ll figure in the upcoming sequels as they both fizzle out here. After a lifetime of yearning for Jack yet steadfastly and nobly denying herself despite his recent proposals, wine finally loosens Annabelle’s garters. Right after being publicly insulted and sneered at during the ball. Sure, right. Just when these two finally get together for cataclysmic sex and confess all, the action zooms straight to It’s Final Conflict Time. In a dizzying change, they go from lovey dovey to daggers drawn and then it’s more disaster that follows. Now this is when I lost some respect for Annabelle. A potential mamma appears and instead of being happy for Sarah to get her mother back or even nobly putting aside her desires, as she’s got so much practice doing already, Annabelle casts aspersions on the woman. Okay she was right about her but after heaping guilt trips on the men at the beginning for similar statements and feelings – well, I call that rich. Oh, the scandal if the heir to an Earldom weds this woman! What happened to her earlier defense of poor women pushed to desperate measures and left to face societal scorn? When it’s Annabelle’s happiness at stake, she’s willing to sing a different tune. The rest of the novel plays out with Right and Truth and True Love eventually triumphing but I had a bad taste in my mouth. Despite the secret of Sarah’s parentage still being unsolved, I have my doubts that I’ll continue with this series. C-

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Add character to any room in your home with brilliant full colored Graphics Wallplates. All Graphics Wallplates are proudly made here in the United States with UV-resistant direct print-on graphics on unbreakable nylon and are suitable for both indoor and outdoor uses. All Graphics Wallplates are midway size with 3/8" greater width and length coverage than a standard size wallplate to allow instantly makeover mismatch wall paint color or nicks under the old plates. Every Graphics Wallplate comes with color matching screws for a complete look and are easy to clean with a damp towel or sponge. Available in a variation of opening type and gang sizes, so whether you are changing out that old plate for a toggle light switch, outlet, decora style rocker, GFCI outlet, or any combination of toggle/outlet/rocker, we got you covered!

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A message from Margaret, Executive Director For Family Literacy Week 2022, we chose the theme “Let’s Connect! Care * Play * Listen.” We know that learning happens when children connect with people, places, ideas and things. Connecting with others is important for our social, emotional and physical health. It is how we build strong relationships and create trust. We extend our sincere thanks to the Province of British Columbia for raising awareness by proclaiming Family Literacy Week in BC. Family Literacy Week in BC Family Literacy Week celebrations are taking place throughout the province. I encourage you to read about some of the exciting community activities, events and contests near you. Visit our events page to see how you can get involved in online, at home and outdoor activities in your community. I plan on getting outside and playing with my grandkids, or, if the weather is bad, we will go to the pool. What’s New at Decoda Part of Decoda’s work is to offer literacy practitioners professional development opportunities like workshops, webinars and training sessions. In this issue, Maureen Kehler, program manager, talks about her role in supporting the wonderful 100 Literacy Outreach Coordinators who work in over 400 communities across BC. In other Decoda news, we welcomed Manmeet Bhatia as a new member of the Board at our Annual General Meeting in December. Manmeet brings almost 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. At the AGM, we celebrated our successes over the last fiscal year as highlighted in our 2020-21 Annual Report. On January 27, all of Canada will celebrate ABC Life Literacy’s Family Literacy Day. I hope that you will find time to have fun with your family – on Family Literacy Day and throughout Family Literacy Week! Related Blog Posts Decoda’s 2022-2025 strategic plan focuses on literacy advocacy, leadership and sustainability. Diversity and inclusion facilitator Chelsey Gooden examines impacts of systemic racism. “I love the active theme this year,” says Joan Exley, literacy outreach coordinator for more than 20 years at CBAL.

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Our motorcycles are tough… Financing them shouldn’t be. Stick with a company you know and trust. We are the motorcycle experts, so naturally Harley-Davidson Credit finances more Harley-Davidson loans than any other lender. Harley-Davidson Credit offers the most convenient financing program available for your new or used Harley. With just a 10% down payment (and Zero Down even available for some credit tiers) and approved credit, you can arrange financing through Defiance Harley-Davidson in about an hour or less. We even finance bikes purchased from others too, so let us help with making your purchase easy no matter where it’s from! Our Harley-Davidson loans are flexible, with terms up to 84 months. And, because we ride too, and know you need to protect both yourself and the value of your bike, you can finance Harley-Davidson Insurance’s Motorcycle Insurance, Extended Service Plan, and even Defiance Harley-Davidson’s VIP Maintenance plans along with your loan. We’ll even finance MotorClothes® Apparel, Accessories, Gifts, and Collectibles into your loan. By including these necessary items in your Harley-Davidson Credit loan, you pay only pennies a day. Talk to us about financing your bike with Harley-Davidson Credit or one of our other financing sources for Harley-Davidson loans, and get out on the road today. Apply for Credit

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