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All my life, I have believed that there is a higher power. I was born Catholic, as Irish people typically are. I took the holy sacrament of Communion and my Confirmation followed a few short years later. I went to mass most weeks to hear stories of Jesus and his unjust death which forgave the sins of the world. This sacrifice was not one I understood. How does a person dying two-thousand years ago save the souls of people born today?
I was told to worship and live for Christ. Honestly, it left me confused about who the son of God was. Was he but a man, or an equal to God? If He was the almighty creator of the universe, why would God have need for a son who he would eventually leave to die on a cross? That doesn’t sound like a sign of love. I love our Creator, but the story of Jesus’s love wasn’t one I connected to. And how can one be a Catholic if they don’t follow Jesus?
I sought after Confession before the parish priest, and I said my Hail Mary prayers until I was forgiven for my sins. The religious hierarchy became very apparent. If a priest didn’t like you, they’d let you know about it. If you didn’t go to church on Sunday, they’d ask you why you weren’t at mass if they caught you at the checkout in the supermarket. Everyone had to remember that at the top there were powerful people like the Pope, and above him? Jesus and God.
There was respect for the holy men and women, but people also felt like they were walking on eggshells. Why do we need people in power in Christianity? They say they speak for God. But if that’s the case, then why is Christianity split into so many sects? Why do so many priests hold different views? Who do we even listen to for guidance?
Overtime, I drained on my diligence towards the practice of my faith until I stopped going to church. I stopped connecting with members of my faith, and my time dedicated to reading the bible found its place in my schedule less and less. Attending an Anglican school didn’t help me strengthen my faith in Catholicism or Christianity. I just became more aware of the various schisms emerging after Jesus, and I believed the original meaning of Christianity had already been forgotten. Since then I knew that it was simply Christianity and its practices that I didn’t connect with.
The most connection I had to God in my life was praying once per day before bed, and that too came to a halt. I defiantly still believed in God, but my practice of worship for Him didn’t feel sufficient.
During these years at my Anglican school, I worked weekends at a small café. When having my lunch break by a lakeside, I was feeling particularly upset with my life. I suffered my first-ever break-up with a high school sweetheart, and I was working in a job that made me feel like I couldn’t do anything right. I felt so alone and lost that I wanted to ask God Himself for a sign that he was there. A fish surfaced from the lake with a splash, and I took that as a sign to stay strong. God was still out there no matter what.
I would go on to live an irreligious life for the next two-to-three years. Getting blind drunk and exploring my personal politics became a new focus. I discovered the LGBTQIA+ movement and pondered my position in it. I supported trans creators online and had a growing number of friends from the LGBTQIA+ community. As a result, I questioned my own sexuality and gender identity, and started to wonder if I had repressed feelings for members of my own gender. I had the opportunity to kiss a guy at a party, but I ultimately chose not to go ahead with it. I was straight, and I accepted that.
God was always in the background, whether I wanted to acknowledge that or not. My faith was whirring in the background like electricity, gathering momentum, and building towards a power surge. After experimenting and reflecting, I discovered my own sense of identity didn’t lie within the LGBTQIA+, and I moved on to explore new avenues at the end of 2021.
2022 was a terrible year. Covid was back for a time. I lost a close friend. My father was disabled for a month after an accident that badly injured his arms. Another close friend lost his father that same week. My girlfriend moved away to another city. I lost my job and several friends. I battled the worst depression and anxiety of my life, and my university grades plummeted. I heavily abused alcohol. I fell ill. I moved back in with my parents. It made me think about our short time on this Earth.
Islam came into my life extremely slowly. It was patient, and its patience paid off. I’m glad it did. It came in the form of music and art. I began to study Arabic and learnt about what Islam actually meant. I was pleasantly surprised to find—when learning about this religion—that it’s core focuses are on peace, forgiveness, charity, and fraternity. It is a faith focused on respect for others, and chartering self-improvement. I wondered why the world wasn’t talking about the preachings of it more.
The concept of Islamic belief is simple: “There is only one God (Allah) – and Mohammad (subhana wata’ala) is his prophet and messenger”. Announcing this before two or more witnesses, with conviction, is the first requirement of any Muslim. What follows is a life lived in dedication to God (subhana wata’ala). It’s important to know that the word Islam is the Arabic translation for ‘submission’ – as in submission to the almighty Allah. By living under the guidance of Islam and by following the teachings of the Quran, Muslims can know that at the end of their lives they will enter Jannah. Islam’s eternal paradise.
At 1.7 billion followers, Islam is among the world’s largest religions. It is also currently the fastest growing, with more people coming to Islam than any other faith. I am happy to now be among that growing number.
Islam has saved me. It harbours the answers to my many questions and skepticisms on organised religion that Christianity couldn’t provide me. Muslims are driven by the belief in a power that they can connect to by prayer, but never actually see with their eyes. I am healthier in my mind and my body because of my renewed faith.
The restriction of alcohol has freed me from the shackles of my drinking problem. The five daily prayers are meditative and help build appreciation for life, which is underrated in helping overcome depression and anxiety. I no longer feel anxious or depressed. My faith is strong and thus I will be rewarded after death.
I feel the best I’ve felt in years, and this is just the beginning. And I am improving daily. I am defiantly not perfect. I don’t think I’ll ever be perfect. But I always aim to improve myself and become a better, more capable person. And after years and years of waiting, I finally have the answer that works for me. Alhamdulillah.
Author: This is Lachlan. He has been taking his writing more seriously since he decided that writing was his life’s passion at the age of 15. Lachlan most enjoys learning about other cultures, and trying to understand the world’s people better so that he can try to connect with them. He has a love of sci-fi and surrealism, and likes to write his own.
Artist: Cyndra Galea (she/they) is in the third year of her Bachelor of Fine Art’s in Creative Writing with a minor in Professional Communications. When not found with her head in a book or three, Cyndra can be found radioactive antique hunting, fixing classic cars with her dad, drawing on her iPad, or writing and editing her manuscript. Cyndra aims to work as a structural editor when she finishes her Masters of Editing and Publishing, but also dreams of releasing novels of their own.
Editors: Kelly Rouzbehi and Euri Glenn
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How to Maximize Your Content Authority
Content Authority is one of the most important elements that are going to help you make money on the Internet. There are many opportunities out there that will lead you down a path to riches, but you will only be as good as your last step. What you are about to learn about content authority is going to help you decide if you are doing the right thing.
The right way to generate traffic to your website is to do the following things. First of all, you should write articles that tell others about you and your business.
Secondly, you should use a good article directory that will allow you to submit these articles to thousands of websites. Once you get these articles out there, the popularity will skyrocket, and that is going to mean lots of people will want to visit your site.
One of the things that makes article directories so popular is that the directories ask for all kinds of information about the topics that they are covering. What they really are asking for is keyword research and analysis. That means that if you post an article about that topic, they will show up on other people’s websites.
This gives them a ton of exposure to their website, which is exactly what they are after. Because of the prominence that the directories enjoy, they can get thousands upon thousands of visitors, which is good for you because this is going to boost your search engine rankings. When people start finding your articles on Google, Yahoo, Bing, etc.
It’s world wide web. That means that anyone from anywhere in the world can use it to drive traffic to their website. If you want to earn money, you need to learn how to write and place your articles in the right directories. This is going to be your content authority.
As you continue to get the word out about your business online, it’s a great idea to participate in various forums where people are talking about your industry. This will get your name out there, but the thing that people like to see links to your website. Think about this – it’s much easier to have someone link to your site than it is to have them put a URL to your website in the forum.
So, you’ve had a very long time to build up this level of authority. When you can reach the level of authority that is needed to make you profitable, you will no longer have to worry about the search engines. Now you can rely entirely on these people to promote your business and your website.
Content is king, and it will make or break your success. If you want to achieve your financial goals, you’re going to have to make sure that you have the kind of content that people want to read.
As you learn to build your content, you can sign up for article directories and write articles that have been properly submitted to these directories. Once you have the articles out there, you are going to start seeing the results.
Make sure that you have the power words that you need to get the results that you want. You will need this to drive the traffic to your website.
The first thing that you need to do is to learn about keyword research and to make sure that you don’t just use the obvious keywords that everyone else uses. Your keyword research will not just get you by, it will help you get all the recognition that you need.
Importance of Keyword Research
Keyword Research is the process of mapping out the words and phrases that customers use when searching for products or services online. If your company’s website isn’t optimized for this audience, you may be missing out on a lot of sales. As you work to become more efficient and valuable to your customers, be sure that they know exactly what you have to offer them.
One of the fastest ways to see which keywords are getting the most traffic is to run a search for these terms on your favorite search engines. Note how many people are viewing each page and if you can’t identify a pattern. You may be able to target the content on these pages, so it relates to what your customers are looking for. Your goal with this tactic is to increase the amount of traffic to your website, increasing your potential for sales.
Keyword Research is very important in an internet marketing business. Search engine optimization can make all the difference in your ability to make sales online. Keyword research is one of the best ways to get information on how to optimize your website to make it more enticing to your potential customers.
Finding the proper keywords is the beginning of the road to SEO success. Keywords are a must to get you started with SEO. Properly chosen keywords will help you stand out from the competition.
Take a deep breath and remember that keyword research is not rocket science, it is just something that needs to be done. The key is to start small and build your keyword list slowly and steadily.
By building up the list of popular keywords, it will become easier to find out where your competition is from. You need to know if they are looking for what you have to offer them.
Don’t forget that online, customers are looking for the newest and most innovative items, and new products line often come with new keywords. And that’s why they are called a ‘tickler’ because once you have them, you cannot get rid of them.
In order to create effective keywords for your website, there are some things you can do. If you want to dominate the search engines, your keywords should have to do with your niche market.
Do the research on the topic of your choice. You can look up this topic and find out what other websites have to say about it. This will give you an idea of what keywords to use and where to place them.
Start brainstorming keywords and ideas for keywords that can improve your chances of being found in the search engines. When you take the time to design a good list of keywords, they will help you with your sales.
Another great trick for finding keywords is to look at word alternatives that have been popular recently. A word alternative is just a substitute word for a certain term, but it sounds different than the original word.
Keyword Research is just like any other part of online marketing, but the more of it you do, the better. It is easier to catch up if you do more research into your niche market.
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By: Sophie Querijero
Loki, the Asgardian god of mischief we all know and love, will be appearing on our screens once more – this time, not as the villainous brother to Thor or the villain of the Avengers, but as the anti-hero of his own Disney+ series.
Directed by Kate Herron (Rest Stop, Sex Education) and produced by Michael Waldron (Rick and Morty), Loki finds Tom Hiddleston returning as the titular trickster alongside an all-star cast including Sasha Lane, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Owen Wilson, and Sophia Di Martino.
The show is set after the events of Avengers: Engame, leaving the plot shrouded in mystery as (spoiler alert) fans still don’t know what happened after Loki’s supposed “death.” Much is unknown about the series and Loki’s fate within that timeline, but a recently released poster provides a few hints about the upcoming series.
The poster shows what appears to be Loki in a prison uniform, with his hands behind him. Is he in handcuffs? Or is he scheming? He is also wearing what is presumably a shock collar around his neck with the label “danger”. The giant clock in the background is an indicator of how time will play an integral role in the plot, and the multiple hands hint at the chaos Loki will be causing throughout the series’ six episodes as he takes the Tesseract with him through the various corners of the universe. It is yet to be confirmed if the Avengers will be making cameos in the show or not, but knowing Marvel, they surely have something up their sleeve.
The giant clock in Loki’s background is a huge indicator of how time will play an integral role in the plot and the multiple hands hint at the chaos Loki will be causing throughout the series’s six episodes as he brings the Tesseract with him as he goes through the various corners of the universe. It is yet to be seen if the other Avengers members will be making cameos in the show or if Marvel will be introducing purely new characters in Loki’s cast.
Watch the trailer here:
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Amid the excitement of the AI boom, security leaders are gearing up to address the paradigm shift ahead, driven by bad actors using generative AI for more sophisticated and targeted attacks. Alongside an increase in breaches, it’s becoming clear that the old security methods are no longer cutting it in today’s landscape.
The data on increased breaches is alarming: A staggering 80% of hacking-related breaches in 2023 stemmed from compromised passwords, exposing a fundamental weakness in our online security habits – both from individual and enterprise levels. These threats will not only persist but grow in size and scale, making it critical for organizations across industries to prepare accordingly.
This threat isn’t exclusive to enterprise-size organizations, like Okta and MGM, whose breaches have grabbed headlines this year. Attackers are finding just as much, if not more, success in breaching small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) due to their limited security resources, with minimal effort promising maximal payout.
Navigating the nuanced landscape of cybersecurity and evolving threats is increasingly challenging – which is why security professionals at organizations of all sizes must identify AI-driven threats as we head into 2024 and then look to fortify their digital defenses accordingly, both getting back to the basics and leveraging emerging technology to bolster their security posture.
A New Year Will Bring a New Threat Landscape
AI has been at the forefront of the global consciousness in 2023, from ChatGPT’s meteoric rise and fierce competition among tech giants to global government bodies grappling with regulation. However, as generative AI capabilities advance, so do AI-driven cyberattacks, posing a serious threat to the security and data of organizations worldwide – SMBs and enterprises alike.
Cybercriminals are now able to make their phishing attacks more credible and frequent – even impersonating the voices of family members in call scams – by leveraging the power of generative AI, such as WormGPT. Not only does this lower the bar for entry to becoming a cybercriminal, but it also equips experienced hacker groups with the tools to make their attacks even more catastrophic.
With the frequency of these attacks expected to increase, everyone from individuals to corporations needs to take note. And, as cyberattacks targeting small businesses hit record highs in 2023, this is especially true for SMBs, who tend to lack the necessary tools, resources and expertise to protect themselves commonly found within larger organizations.
The consequences are also more dire for SMBs: Corporations like MGM can survive a ransomware attack – the mom-and-pop shop or locally-owned car dealership chain often cannot. To be clear, the stakes are high across the board, with the average cost of a breach at over $4 million, a 15% increase over three years. Now is the time for every organization, large and small, to protect their exposed attack surfaces and implement proper safeguards.
Back to the Basics
As the uncertain macroeconomic environment forces companies to tighten budgets in the coming year, security investments will continue to face cuts even as threats rise – highlighting the importance of getting low-cost security basics right. Organizations with any budget size can take simple action now to effectively defend against increasingly costly AI-driven cyberattacks.
Enforcing company-wide password management, multi-factor authentication and employee education all go a long way for little investment. These fundamentals thwart a significant portion of attacks today, many of which rely on exploiting weak credentials and deceiving users. Unique, strong passwords across company accounts significantly lower the risk of compromised credentials, as the biggest security vulnerability every company faces is its employees, with 74% of all breaches including a human element. For example, a Pittsburgh-area water system was recently accessed by hackers by guessing the default password of “1111” that an employee failed to change.
Ultimately, educating employees on how to spot AI-generated phishing emails, practicing good password habits (like minimizing reused passwords), and fostering a blame-free culture of reporting suspicious activity greatly reduces the chance of successful attacks – and nailing these security fundamentals provides a solid foundation of basic, low-cost security hygiene for SMBs and enterprises alike.
Emerging Tech as a Secondary Line of Defense
Some organizations that have the appetite to go beyond security basics will start looking to emerging technology. One key tool they’ll look to implement is passkeys, a phishing-resistant replacement for passwords that provide faster and more secure sign-ins to websites and apps. In the past year, passkeys became more commonplace across platforms, and big tech – from Google to Amazon – began offering various levels of passkey support. While a truly passwordless future remains far on the horizon, passkeys are increasingly serving as a proactive defense against AI-fueled threats lurking in the shadows – and will ultimately surpass passwords as the status quo technology once the debilitating consequences of not adopting a more secure, phishing-resistant form of authentication become clear to organizations of all sizes.
Additionally, although generative AI is driving a spike in attacks, it can also serve as another line of cybersecurity defense. Company leaders can look to automate aspects of cybersecurity, such as threat intelligence and real-time detection – and industry experts are off to the races on other ways that generative AI can combat automated threats this year.
The Road Ahead
Predicting exactly what this year will look like is nearly impossible, but there’s no doubt that AI will continue to evolve both in its benefits and threats.
As budgets tighten across industries, organizations must take action to master the basics of security – the cost of inaction is far steeper and often detrimental. The adoption of passkeys, generative AI for defense, and a more proactive security posture will prove to be beacons of hope this year against the tumultuous cyberthreat landscape.
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The triennial Normal Class of the Christian Science Board of Education was held early in December. According to the Church Manual provision in Article XXX, Section 1, the Class convenes in every third year on the first Wednesday of December. The teacher of the 1934 Class was Mr. George Shaw Cook, C. S. B., of Chicago, Illinois, well known as a worker in the Christian Science movement. For more than ten years Mr. Cook was a member of The Christian Science Board of Lectureship. During a three-year term he was First Reader of The Mother Church in Boston.
The pupils in the Class came from countries abroad and from many states of the United States, as follows: California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas; Canada, England, Holand, Scotland, Sweden, and Switzerland.
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There is no doubt that since 2020 kicked off, we have been on one crazy rollercoaster ride that we are yet to get off. So much has changed, yet some things remain the same, like people’s passion for clothes!
That’s right — maybe now more than ever, even during lockdown, people are searching online for their favorite fashion items. In fact, online shopping has become one of the most popular isolation activities.
SEMrush has collected brand new research based on online Google searches in 2020 and compared this with the data from 2019 to explore the fashion trends of the top looks in lockdown and how they differ from the previous year. We also examined which brands are most searched when people are looking for original and fake items and revealed the top lists according to the total number of searches in April 2020.
Here are the top trends that have seen explosive growth since the beginning of 2020, and they are probably not what you would expect!
Rumor has it there will be the return of the mighty mini, and according to SEMrush stats, we can confirm this trend is in full swing right now! It is clear that across the globe, people may be stuck indoors, but they are still keen to put their legs on show with miniskirts being the fastest-growing in searches fashion item.
With more than 53,000 monthly online searches, miniskirts saw an increase of 155% in the beginning of 2020. Who doesn’t love a short skirt? From glam to glitz and denim to leather, as long as the hemline is above the knee, it is a yes from me!
Despite being introduced during the renaissance, we have seen an epic comeback of the puff sleeves. Departing the Edwardian stage and now entering the isolation stage, it is clearly more than just a runway trend that has seen an increase of 138% this year.
The battle of the beaches in 2020 has seen quite the splash with swimwear styles soaring. From animal prints to disco style and minimalistic looks to lurex — everyone seems to be in favor of a metallic finish as online searches for gold bikini saw an increase of 109%.
Perhaps this has something to do with Princess Leia’s iconic metal bikini making a comeback right in time for May the fourth!
It seems like people in the US are tired of wearing classic ball gowns for special occasions and instead crave something a little more vibrant. US online searches for Red suits skyrocketed 56% from spring 2019 to spring 2020 thanks to celeb looks from the likes of Lady Gaga and Gal Gadot to Victoria Beckham and Olivia Palermo. Raw, red and daring, a look that perfectly combines colors and a classic silhouette. However, search spikes also identify that thirst for color in the US isn’t always the case. Online searches for black jeans, white t-shirt, and black leather skirt all became 40% more popular in 2020.
Polka dots, plaid, diamonds, and animal prints — these all are 2020 trends for stockings and tights, which received more interest from shoppers than they did last year. This year hosiery has been googled 80% more. It has not just what is seen underneath either; another 90s comeback that has seen a major increase in popularity, seeing a rise of 39% from spring 2019 are chokers. They have evolved into statement pieces, with various layers, rocks, stones, metal, and leather to jazz it up.
And to complete the list of trends, here is the handkerchief, a multifunctional accessory made famous by nineties and noughties pop stars who wore it as bandanas, tops, and headbands. This season, handkerchiefs continue to rock the trend after a 42% growth in searches.
The Bow tie is a renowned way to add a playful accent to an established and neat look. Men’s magazines are promising a rise for classic black and plaid bow ties; sounds legit, bow ties have already seen 23% growth in search in 2020 in the US.
Other classic items that are googled more by Americans in 2020 are gloves up by 114% growth, belts up by 39% growth, and beanies up by 37% in searches. The numbers for “gloves” may have been impacted by the pandemic.
Silver seems to be on the rise this year. Silver anklet and silver chain saw a huge growth (108% and 82% respectively) in the global arena and 94% in the US.
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With many clothes items being counterfeited, we decided to examine which brands are most searched when people are looking for original and fake items and revealed the top lists according to the total number of searches in April 2020.
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If you’re an active shop owner in the automotive repair industry then you’ve surely heard that April is National Car Care Month. But what do you do with that?
As a former shop owner, I couldn’t wait for April (National Car Care Month) and October (Fall Car Care Month) because it gave me really good ideas and content to use in my marketing for those months.
What is National Car Care Month?
The first time I had ever heard of April being National Car Care Month was when I came across an article from AutoInc Magazine. The Automotive Service Association (ASA) had written a nice article increasing awareness for shop owners. The Car Care Aware Program was launched originally by the Car Care Council, a division of ASA. Since we were members of ASA it made sense that we enjoyed content from the organization that was created to help us.
National Car Care Month was created to bring attention to the importance of car care and preventative maintenance for consumers. 35% of car owners “skipped or delayed service or repairs that were recommended by a mechanic or specified by the factory maintenance schedule,” says the American Automobile Association (AAA). As a result, the number of roadside breakdowns could have easily been prevented by owners simply following routine maintenance advice.
When I downloaded their Car Care Guide, I thought I’d hit the jackpot. I pulled information from that guide to use in our shop’s marketing. Today, I want to help you by sharing some helpful tips to guide you in marketing your shop for National Car Care Month.
Why It’s Important for Shops
People like to do business with people they know, like and trust. When you promote your shop in a way that is helping, giving tips, preventing break downs, and generally offering helpful advice then you’re positioning yourself in a way that allows potential customers to do that. Your marketing can do more than simply provide help and advice but it should also share the culture of your shop, introduce your staff and include transparency. Promote your shop by being human and inviting your audience to get to know you and your business on a personal level.
They’re getting to know you as an expert in your industry.
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They’re beginning to trust you because you’re keeping their best interest in mind.
How to Market Your Shop During National Car Care Month
- Setting Your Marketing Goals
- Outlining Your Key Messages & Strategies
- Implementing Your Plan
- Measuring Your Outcomes
Setting Your Marketing Goals
- Educate customers about the most common maintenance items via social media
- Warn customers about potential issues that can cause breakdowns
- Promote special Car Care Month offers
- Increase maintenance repair orders by 10% from last year
Outlining Your Key Messages & Strategies
Once you know what your main goals are it’s time to think about the main messages you want to share. Developing messaging is not as complicated as it may sound. If your goal is to educate customers about the most common maintenance items for Spring then take some time to write down those items. Flesh out how you want to say it. Decide which images you want to associate with each message, whether it’s a video you want to record or a photo you want to take. Next considering your audience, will they respond to hashtags you use or emojis?
Wrapping your mind around the way you want to publish those messages will help when it comes time to sit down and schedule them.
When it comes to something as specific as National Car Care Month you may consider employing strategies such as:
- Social Media | Facebook & Instagram are great platforms for promoting your Car Care Month messages. Break your key points into various separate posts. Possibly 2-3 posts per week during the entire month. These are not “salesy” posts but more engaging, fun, educational type posts intended to help your audience think about car care in a fresh new way. Create posts that vary in the type such as video posts, images/photos, links. Also create posts that have various types of content such as funny, helpful tips, and thought-provoking. Varying your content type and post type will keep your audience engaged. Be sure to throw in an emoji here and there and hashtags such as #CarCareMonth #NationalCarCare #CarCareTips
- Video | Yep, we’re going to talk video AGAIN! Why do we keep bringing up video – because. it. works. Take out your phone. Press record and TALK to your audience as though they’re standing right there with you. Tell them what they don’t know about maintaining their vehicle, why it’s important, how regular car care saves money in the end and keeps them on the road. BUT, break this up into a few different “segments”. Maybe you call it “Talk To Me Tuesday” and you post each Tuesday – OR you go “live” each Tuesday. Another idea is “April Advice with ….tech’s name”. You likely have a tech with an outgoing personality who may really connect with your audience. Get him or her on video whether it’s recorded or live. Post that video natively to your Facebook/Instagram accounts. Publish it on YouTube. Add it to your blog. Include it in your email marketing!
- Email Marketing & Texting | We just advised you to add video to your blog and send it in your email marketing. Why? Because email marketing is real, still alive and it’s completely relevant! In addition to adding video to your email marketing, take a moment like I am doing right now to write a blog about Car Care Month tips for your customers and link to in your email campaign. Speak from the heart and your head. Don’t go overboard in the email with too much content. Give them a brief explanation of a few Car Care Month tips then link them to your blog. Include a “Book an Appointment” call-to-action in your email as well as on the blog page. Maybe your shop software offers SMS Text Marketing. If so, consider sending a text to your customer list promoting your Car Care Month offer. A quick text with a tip and an offer can help add appointments to your calendar.
- Digital Ads | Short term offers and campaigns are great for digital ads such as Facebook and Instagram. Whether you boost a post or run a targeted ad to a lookalike audience or retarget website visitors you may find that digital advertising can yield a nice return in booked appointments. These ads can be created specifically to spread the word about your Car Care Month special offers, videos with tips or even customer testimonials.
- Direct Mail | While we certainly focus much of our marketing efforts on more online strategies let’s not forget about some tried and true more traditional forms of marketing. Direct Mail can prove to be a perfect avenue to reach your local community with a compelling message created to educate the recipient and encourage them to schedule an appointment during the month of April – National Car Care Month. When creating your direct mail piece make it about your customer – not you. Use imagery that allows them to connect your direct mail piece with their own life story. Allow them to see themself in the message. Be sure that your call-to-action is something you can track. Do they need to mention the promo, do they need to call a specific number that is trackable, are they scanning a trackable QR code that takes them to your online scheduler?
- Special Events | April may be the perfect month to host a Chamber of Commerce event at your shop, invite the nearest neighborhood for a ‘meet the tech’ night, host a teen or car care clinic (for anyone! women, men, even children!) where you can teach the basics and importance of maintenance during National Car Care Month. Promote this event on social, your website, in email, ads, radio, and local print options such as newspaper or magazines.
Surely there are additional marketing tactics you can utilize. These are just a few to get you started. Pick one or pick them all but whatever you do pick something you can do without getting overwhelmed and end up doing it halfway. Go all in. If you’re going to do something, do it well!
Implementing Your Plan
Now you’ve solidified your goals and messaging, decided the direction you want to go in sharing the message let’s talk about how to get that plan going.
- Decide if you need help implementing the plan. This could be your business partner, employees, or even a professional.
- Schedule time to truly ensure the plan happens. Without writing it down and putting it on your calendar it will quickly become an afterthought. Don’t let your hard work, thoughts and ideas go to waste.
- Schedule everything you can. Social media posts, email campaigns, and even ads can be scheduled.
- If you’re running an ad in a print piece or a radio commercial, you’ll want to reach out to those folks asap as their deadlines are typically further in advance than something you might do digitally.
- Add items to your actual calendar that cannot be scheduled ahead of time. These are good reminders to help you stay on track.
Measuring Your Outcomes
One of my favorite things to talk about! You can’t manage what you don’t measure. How will you know if something is working if you can’t measure it? How will you make adjustments if there’s no tracking? Here’s a few tips to help you measure your National Car Care Month marketing.
- Use tracking urls. A great way to do this is with a url builder such as this Google Analytics Campaign Builder. Here you enter your url (the url might be a link to your appointment scheduler or a link to your blog) and you’re given the chance to add tracking code to the url by entering the source (who/what gets credit for the click), medium (facebook, instagram, email, etc), etc. While entering this information your url will be expanded to include the tracking code. That’s the url you use in your social post, your email, your ads, etc. It’s now connected to your Google Analytics and you can then track how many web visits happened as a result of that link. If you want to get real techy, you can even track conversions through appointment forms and phone calls.
- Use tracking phone numbers. If your ad has folks clicking to call then don’t use the main phone number to your shop. That’s not trackable! BUT when you instead use a trackable number that forwards to your shop phone then you will know how many calls came in as a result of that ad. Use that tracking number only in the ad for your April Car Care Month campaign so you know exactly what brought those calls in.
- Pay attention to the stats built into your marketing platforms including social media sites, your email marketing program, and even your shop software. Take time to explore Google Analytics as well. You may find multiple layers of results there. Not only did someone click a link to visit your website but they also stayed on your site for a long time, went from the blog page to the about page, the services page and then finally the scheduling page. Google Analytics can tell you a lot of very important information.
- Finally, if you’re using a print strategy such as a magazine, direct mail or newspaper don’t feel like these are not trackable. They are! Hey, even the digital billboard is trackable. Remember what we said above about tracking phone numbers. Add to that the option of a short, easy web address that redirects to your website. Be thoughtful as if you’re using something in print you’ll want this to be an easy to remember url because people will need to type that in. Keep the url short and simple. Go do a quick search for some urls that are available for purchase. Talk to your website developer as they can suggest a subdomain that you can use. Example: maybe your website address is myshop.com a good idea would be go use april.myshop.com or carcare.myshop.com. That subdomain is being used only for this National Car Care Month campaign and this makes it easily trackable!
Pulling it All Together
Are you excited now? What a great resource to help you dream big about the month of April and how you can promote National Car Care month for your shop. When you tap into national campaigns like this, make them real and relevant for your local audience you will find that your community will begin to look to you – the expert in your field. They will like what you’re doing, know you care, and trust you to care for their precious possessions – their family that rides in the vehicle you’re caring for.
Check out a few additional resources that you may find helpful to you as you continue to plan, prepare and implement your National Car Care Month campaign.
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- Submit Your April (2021) Car Care Month Events
- Car Care Month Editable Templates
If this didn’t excite you but instead overwhelmed you, we are just a quick chat away.
About The Author
In addition to being co-owner of Shop Marketing Pros, Kim is a Master Certified Solution Provider with Constant Contact and a StoryBrand Certified Guide. Kim is a past shop owner and has served as President of ASA North Carolina.
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Moving an auto repair shop to a new location can be a fun and exciting time. It’s also a tremendous amount of work and can bring a lot of stress if the move isn’t planned out well.
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I’m going to break this down into the steps you need to take before the move, during the move, and after the move. Many of these steps will overlap from one stage to another.
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When you’re going to be moving your auto repair shop to a new location, the excitement should expand beyond what you and your team are experiencing. You should share that excitement with your clients. You may be thinking, “why would my clients get excited about me moving my business to a new location?”
When you move a business, there are many different reasons behind the move. Sometimes you need more space. Possibly you want more visibility. Maybe you’ve found an area that’s booming with growth and you want to be in the middle of that growth. Often you’re moving because you’ve been renting and now it’s time to own your own building.
Those may be the primary reasons you’re moving, and maybe your clients wouldn’t get excited about that. But, I bet if you look hard enough, you can find some things that are going to impact the clients positively that they can be excited about.
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- Will you have a nicer, more comfortable waiting area?
- Is the new location more convenient to get to?
- Will you be offering new services at the new location?
- Will your new, bigger shop allow you to see people more quickly when they have a need?
You see where I’m going with this. Find the things in this move that your clients can get excited about and promote THOSE things. Build excitement around the move. Show your clients how the move benefits them and press in on those benefits.
Create and Execute a Marketing Campaign
We’ve already talked about building excitement, but how and where do you do that? This is where a marketing campaign comes into play.
If you’re working with a marketing company that specializes in auto repair shops, this should make it easy for you. Talk to your contact at the agency, let them know what you’re doing, and they should be able to just take it and run with it.
If you’re doing all of your marketing yourself, you’ll need to plan everything out and put it into play yourself.
Building Your Marketing Campaign
First thing’s first: Get together with your team and brainstorm the benefits your clients are going to see from this move. Create a list of the problems you’ll be able to solve for them. How will you make their lives easier or better?
Next, plan out the various ways you’re going to promote your campaign. What I mean is, what are the marketing mediums or channels you’re going to use?
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- Email marketing?
- Facebook ads?
- Press releases?
- Direct mail?
- Print collateral?
A good way to decide what mediums you’re going to use is to look at what you’re already doing in your auto repair shop’s marketing. If you’re already doing radio, get the radio station to create some new spots that mention the upcoming move. If you have a standing magazine ad, have your ad modified to include information about the coming new location. If you’re doing Facebook ads, adjust the budget to promote an ad about the upcoming move. You get the point. Make adjustments to the marketing you’re already doing.
Create Your Talking Points
Examine the benefits that you brainstormed and pull some micro-messages from those benefits. For example, if one of the benefits is that you’re moving to a location that’s more convenient for the majority of your clients, a micro-message might be “Getting Your Car Repaired Is About To Get Easier”.
The messages can be used in social graphics, billboards, ads, print collateral, and just about anywhere that a person’s attention can be had with a quick glance.
Create a Timeline
You need to be super organized about how, what, where, and when each piece of your marketing will be used. Get out your calendar. It can be a paper calendar, your Google Calendar, or whatever you want. On this calendar you’re going to decide when each part of your messaging will be released, and which medium will be used.
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- October 16th – Alignments – Email
- October 27th – Loaner Cars – Facebook/Instagram – Organic
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In the examples above, the messages are that you have a more convenient location, you’ll now have the ability to do 4 wheel computer alignments, and you’ll soon be offering loaner cars. The mediums being used will be radio, email marketing, organic (unpaid) social media, and paid ads on Facebook. The dates are self-explanatory.
Create this timeline, check it daily, and stick to it as much as humanly possible.
Examine Your Marketing Budget
At a time like this where you’ve invested in a new location, and very likely have made a large equipment purchase, it may be tempting to cut back on your marketing spend. This is NOT the time to do that. At the very least, spend your usual amount on marketing. Better yet, double down.
There’s not much more depressing than going from the high and excitement of moving to a new location to sitting in that new shop with no cars to work on. Set yourself up for success by investing heavily in your marketing.
Update All Of Your Print Collateral
When you move to your new location, you’re going to have a new address. You could possibly have a new phone number, and maybe even new branding (we’ll talk about that more below).
It just looks unprofessional to be in your new location after building all of that excitement – but your old business cards, brochures, checklists, invoices, thank-you cards, or other collateral that don’t properly reflect the new location.
I don’t care if you’d just purchased 5000 mirror hangers before you knew you were going to move. Throw them in the trash and order new ones with the correct information.
Order these well ahead of time so that you can give them to your clients and tell them that the new location is coming soon. If you don’t have all of the new info yet, such as the future phone number or branding, just order small quantities to get you through until you have all of the info.
Update Your Brand
Your brand is your logo, colors, and any other associated visuals like fonts and icons. If you’re in the position to be moving to a new location, your business and its brand have likely been around for a long time, and the brand may be dated or was never really great, to begin with.
When you move to that new location, you’re probably going to need new signage. As we’ve already discussed, your collateral will need updates – and you’re going to need to do some updates to your website as well.
With the investment in new signage, collateral, and website updates, now is the time to update your brand, if needed.
A word of advice. Work with a professional on this. Your brand is often the first impression people have of your company. Just because you think it would be cool to have a logo that’s a ratchet transforming into a tachometer doesn’t mean it’s a good representation of your company. Hire a professional, trust them, and take their advice. Your brand is so much more important than you think.
Put Up a “Coming Soon” Sign
If you’re leasing or buying an existing building, when you’re about 3 months out from moving in, it’s time to put up a “Coming Soon” sign. If you’re building a brand new facility for your auto repair shop, put the coming soon sign up when you break ground. You don’t want to put it up much earlier than that because you don’t want to be seen as a slow mover. People like people who take action.
In a perfect world, the coming soon sign will go up and passers-by will immediately see action being taken on that new location daily. Your customers will intentionally look every time they pass by to see the progress taking place.
If you’re rebranding, use the OLD (current) branding on your coming soon sign. This will bridge the disconnect between your old and new brand, and eliminate confusion. When they see your current brand in place for months on the coming soon sign, then see your new brand go into place on your signage, they’ll put 2+2 together and it will make perfect sense.
Take Lots of Pictures
During the construction phase, take lots of pictures. Even before, take pictures signing the lease or closing on your construction loan. Take pictures breaking ground. Take pictures putting up the coming soon sign. Take pictures of the construction, renovation, and equipment going in. Take pictures when you’re shopping for furniture and picking out paint colors. Every step of the way, take pictures.
Use these pictures on your social media and in your email marketing. Put them in the blog on your website. Tell the story. Get your audience involved. Post random pictures and ask questions about it. For example, show a couple of different paint colors on the wall and ask your audience which partner they think likes which color the best. If there is a disagreement like that when building, ask your audience to be the tie-breaker.
Have fun with it!
It’s perfectly fine for these pictures to be cell-phone pictures. There’s no need to get a photographer involved at this point.
Claim Your Online Directory Listings
When it comes time to move, you’ll need to update your address with the many online directories that have your business information. Make sure that you have access to your Google My Business listing now. It can take weeks to claim it if they require using a postcard for verification. You don’t want to realize you don’t have access when it comes time to update your listings. Get access to everything now. More on this later.
Notify Chambers of Commerce and Other Organizations
You’ll want to start getting the word out among the business community that the move is going to take place. Start with local organizations like your Chamber of Commerce and let them know that you’ll be moving. They are usually the hub of the local business community and they’ll help spread the word and make you aware of any opportunities where you can announce your plans.
Once the local organizations know of your intentions, notify the trade associations you are involved with. They can often help you in getting discounts on new equipment and connect you to people who specialize in helping auto repair shops with the various needs you’ll have when moving to a new location.
Some of the organizations you may want to notify of your move include:
- Chambers of Commerce
- Your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
- Your local Economic Development Organization (EDO)
- Downtown Development Districts
- Main Street Programs
- Automotive Trade Associations (ASA, IGO, MWACA, etc)
Be sure to ask your local SBDC, Main Street, and EDO offices about grants or incentives that may be available to you when moving to your new location. For example, in our local downtown development district, they offer painting grants or facade grants to help offset the costs of upgrading the building cosmetically.
Make Your Clients Aware
Using the same timeframe as what was laid out for the coming soon sign, begin to notify your clients of the upcoming move.
Put a sign up at your service desk and tell every client about the upcoming move when they pick up their car. If a client is likely to pick up their car after hours, tell them when they drop it off or while on the phone letting them know that their car is ready.
Have mirror hangers made that alert the clients of the new move. Make sure to express the excitement for the move on the mirror hanger. Bullet point how the move is good for them. Make sure that every car leaves the shop with a mirror hanger in place.
Use your social and email channels to send updates on progress and keep people in-the-know about the new location’s progress. People these days are busy, and just because you tell them once doesn’t mean they won’t forget the next time they go to drop off their car. If you don’t own your current building, there might be a new shop in your old location. Don’t give a good service advisor the opportunity to take one of your hard-earned customers.
Go through your client list and look for the clients who may not be seeing your social media updates or emails. These will usually be your older clients. Pick up the phone and call them. Make sure every client knows that you’re moving your auto repair shop to a new location.
Send out a direct mail piece to your entire database a couple of weeks before the move. Use this as an opportunity to invite them to your Grand Re-Opening, and if you are not opposed to coupons, include a coupon on the mailer.
Lastly, make a standard note that prints out on all invoices that includes the new address and, if applicable, new phone number. Have your service advisors circle it with a red marker while they are telling the client about the move.
A couple of months before the move takes place, send out a press release. This is a great way to get some free publicity about the move. Make sure to send it to any and all local news organizations. Make a list of these local news sources and ask your friends and family to tell you any others that they may know of. Call or email each of the news sources and ask how they prefer to receive press releases. Send it exactly how they ask that it be sent.
Do the same thing with automotive trade publications. These won’t do much for alerting your clients, but they’re great for helping you to rank better in the search engines. Always include a link to your website in the press release. When online publications place the press release on their website, you’ll get a free link back to yours.
Don’t forget – these press releases are good content for your website. Be sure and post them to the “News” or “Blog” section of your website.
During The Move
The time during the move is the shortest and easiest, and that’s a good thing because the physical act of moving is incredibly tiring and stressful. You’ll have your mind and energy in other places, so it’s best if someone else is handling your marketing for you – or at the very least – you need to have things scheduled out and automated ahead of time as much as possible.
Update Your Google Business Listing
Your Google My Business (GMB) listing is the most authoritative online resource for the location and contact information for your business. If you think your own website would be the most authoritative, think again.
Not only does the GMB listing typically display above your website when someone searches for your business by name, it’s also a resource used by many other online directories to ensure they have the correct information about your business.
Hopefully, you have claimed your GMB listing already. If so, it will simply be a matter of logging in and updating your address. Google will likely mail a postcard to the new address with a verification code that you’ll have to put in.
At this point, you should go ahead and update the pictures of your location in your GMB listing.
If you aren’t sure about what to do with your Google My Business listing, I have a free class that you can take here. It is a video series that will walk you through every step of setting up and optimizing your listing.
Update Your Citations
The internet likely has hundreds of citations on your business. A citation is simply any reference to your business that includes the business name, address, and phone number. These are most commonly in the form of an online directory. Examples of bigger directories would be Yellowpages.com or Citysearch. A smaller directory might be the business directory on your local Chamber of Commerce’s website.
You’ll want all citations for your business to be updated to have your new address, as well as any other information that has changed.
One of the easiest ways to update a large number of directories at once is to do an update with one of the directory listing services like Yahoo Local, MOZ Local, BrightLocal, or Yext. These services update your information with the big data aggregators and disseminate it down to many of the directories. This allows you to update the most impactful directory listings by updating your information in a single place. Note: these are all paid services.
Update Your Social Media Pages and Profiles
The social media channels you are using for your business may have addresses and contact information for your business. These are citations in themselves and can be quite powerful ones at that. Facebook is the big one. Foursquare, though somewhat forgotten as a former social media channel, is another powerful data source when it comes to the citation provided.
Check all of your social media channels and update your business information to include the new address.
Update Your Website
Make sure to update your website to have your new address and contact information. If you have a map embedded into the website, you’ll need to update that as well. Be sure to check every page of the website for location-specific information within the text. If your move is such that your new location is in a different city, you’ll need to check every word on the website and update it to the new city. Don’t forget the title tags and meta descriptions as the city name is almost surely included in them.
Be sure to update any Schema information on the website. Schema is often included on the website as a .json file that you won’t be able to see. You probably have no idea if this exists on your website as it’s not something you can see. Ask your web developer to update the Schema information on your website. This is super important!
Keep The Photos and Videos Coming
During the move, make the time to get out your camera and take some photos. If you’re working with a marketing company, get the photos to the agency in real-time. Share what’s happening and keep your audience involved. Shoot some videos and do some show and tell. Go live on Facebook.
Your clients are more interested in this than you would think. Any business worth its salt wants to have real relationships with its clients. Sharing this experience is a great relationship builder.
After The Move
Once the move has taken place, you’ll really have to drive home the fact that you’re in your new location. You should have a pretty big sense of accomplishment and should be enjoying your new auto repair shop. You’ve done a lot of work and you should be proud of yourself and your team.
You have a lot to show off and tell people about. Keep that momentum going!
Notify Business Organizations That The Move is Complete
Just like before the move, you need to let the organizations that you do business with know that the move has taken place and you’re in your new facility.
This is the same list of organizations that you notified already. Let them know you’ve moved, and invite them to come see your new place.
A Day of Celebration
Set aside a day to celebrate your businesses’ success by inviting the community to visit. Every person you can get inside of your business leads to that much more chatter about your shop.
Most Chambers of Commerce do ribbon cuttings for new businesses. It’s commonplace to also do a ribbon-cutting when a business opens a new location.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony is a place to have the local business community come by and see the new location. There are usually food, drinks, and networking at these events. Remember, you’re the host of the party, so put on a show. Have the best food, the best drinks, and some nice giveaways. Make your ribbon-cutting the one that others try to one-up.
Your Chamber of Commerce will likely share photos of the event on their Facebook page and in their email. They often have a relationship with the local newspaper and will have a recap of the event placed as an article.
The Grand Re-Opening is for your clients. Typically it would be done on the same day as your ribbon-cutting but would be done after-hours. It’s not much different from the ribbon-cutting except for the guests. This is a place to invite your customers in and thank them for their part in your success.
Just like earlier in the day at your ribbon-cutting, you’ll want to have food, drinks, and giveaways.
Do Anything To Get People Into Your Building
Your auto repair shop is probably never going to look as good as it does in the days after it first re-opens. It’s clean, organized, and still has that new-shop smell. Now is the time when you want to get as many people as possible inside of that beautiful building.
In addition to the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Reopening, there are many types of events you can do to get your community inside the walls of your shop. Below I’ve listed some ideas to get you started.
- Grand Re-Opening
- Chamber After-Hours
- Host your local Economic Development Foundation’s board meeting
- Host a Car-Care Clinic
- Invite the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts to earn their Car-Care Merit Badge
- Ask your BNI Group to have a meeting at your facility
- Become a dropoff point for Toys for Tots
You should always be thinking about how you can get people in the walls of your building even if it’s not to spend money. Once someone has been inside of your shop, you’re much more likely to be their first thought when they need auto repair.
Steal People’s Attention
It’s time to get goofy. You need to do things outside of your business that cause a pattern interrupt.
Put flags out by the street. Hang streamers in the parking lot. Rent the wacky waving inflatable tube guy. Put a giant inflatable gorilla on your roof.
Does this sound like a marketing ploy for a used car dealership yet? It should because those guys know how to get attention.
These tactics have a shelf life. The giant gorilla on the roof will eventually blend in and not be seen once people have passed it a handful of times. Use this kind of marketing sparingly so that when you do use it, it works.
Go Meet Your Neighbors
Remember back in the day when people used to visit the new neighbors with a piping hot apple pie in hand? Yeah, me neither. But I do remember the old television shows that portrayed this type of welcome when I was a kid. I suppose at some point a long time ago people actually did this.
Because it’s a long-lost art, it will take people by surprise and make them remember you.
So figure out what your “apple pie” is and go deliver it to your neighbors. Make a great impression and they’ll probably become a referral source if not clients themselves.
It’s Time For Professional Photography
Now that you’re in your new shop and all set up – you have your impressive new signage in place, everything is new, sparkly, and clean – it’s time to hire a professional photographer,
This is the photography that you’re going to use on your website and in places like your social media cover photos and profile pictures. You can use it in magazine ads, billboards, and a host of other places.
Again, your shop may never look better than it does now, so capitalize on the opportunity and get the best photographs possible.
Send A Postcard To The Surrounding Neighborhoods
This is a perfect opportunity to use that new photography. Send a direct mail piece to the neighborhoods that surround your shop. EDDM (Every Door Direct Mail) is an affordable way to put a postcard in the mailbox of every house on a mailing route. You don’t need to purchase lists and you don’t need to know the names of the people you’re mailing.
The messaging for the postcard should hit the pain-points of the audience. What problem do people have with auto repair that you solve? Do you fix the stuff other shops can’t? Do you get people in and out faster? Do you provide loaner cars so that people don’t have the inconvenience of being without their car? Are you cheaper? Are you better? Are you nicer?
What’s the thing that makes your audience dread going to the auto repair shop? If you don’t know, there are 2 exercises I’d recommend that you do.
- Go through the customer avatar worksheet
- Read the book “Building a Storybrand”
Both of these will help you to understand who you’re marketing to and what it is that they want from an auto repair shop.
Send Another Press Release
Finish everything up by sending out another press release. Send it to the same people you sent the first one to.
Include information about the move and give tiny recaps of the events you’ve held.
Get quotes from customers and add some quotes of your own. Don’t forget to include a link back to your website.
Marketing around the relocation of an auto repair shop can be a daunting task among the work of the actual move. The more planned out and systematic you are with your approach, the easier it will be.
We hope this article helps you make your move go as seamlessly as possible without losing any clients in the process.
If you need help and would prefer to have a team in your corner making most of these things happen while you focus on moving your business, we’d love to be the team that helps.
Give us a call at 985-662-8419 or go here to schedule a demo.
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I've got me a new tenor sax!
I suppose it's not that big a deal - lots of players buy new horns
all the time - but I tend to be one of those players who finds a
single horn that suits my need and then sticks to it, come rain
or shine. There are solid reasons for doing so; for a start it works
out a lot cheaper in the long run, but more importantly it allows
me to really get to know a horn inside out. There's a lot to be
said for this method, a great many of the problems people have with
tone and pitch are down to their not having really explored the
capabilities of their instrument in any real depth. That doesn't
mean having to be a flashy player - oh no, it just means having
spent a lot of time with the instrument.
Many of my regular readers will know all about my fondness for
my trusty old Yamaha YTS23. I've had this horn for well over 20
years now and there haven't been many other horns that have made
me think "Ooh, I like this enough to change it for my 23".
True, I've played many great horns in all that time - it's one of
the perks of the job - but I realised a long time ago that 'different'
isn't the same thing as 'better'.
My philosophy on buying horns has always been that they must 'slap
you in the face' before they're worthy of becoming upgrade candidates.
Over the years this has saved me an awful lot of time and money,
and it's allowed me to be more objective about my choices.
I've also come to realise that changing a horn is as much about
what you lose as it is about what you gain. I think this catches
a lot of people out - particularly those who are tempted by a different
tone colour or a change in blowing resistance. These things are
powerfully persuasive and can turn any player's head, but over the
years it's the smaller and more subtle things that stand the test
So what was it about the YTS23 that I liked?
For a start it's a very free-blowing horn. Some players like to
have something to blow against, others prefer a horn that doesn't
get in the way. Neither quality is better than the other, it's just
a different approach to the same end. It's a bit like the game of
darts - some of the best players in the world use darts that weigh
hardly anything at all...11 or 12 grams perhaps...and some use darts
that weigh two or three times as much. But they all win tournaments.
It's also a very neutral horn. This is where a lot of the criticism
about this horn is centred - and whenever I see it raised as a negative
point it always makes me chuckle. I've always felt that tone is
a bit like colour...and to stretch the analogy a little further,
Imagine, if you will, that you have a door to paint. At the moment
it's just a bare wooden door, and you have it in mind that you want
to paint it, say, light blue. Ideally you'd want the wood itself
to be light blue - that way you could do away with all the fuss
and bother of painting it...but there aren't many trees with light
blue wood. So you'll need to paint it - but first you'll need to
Typically this will involve putting a coat of wood primer on it,
followed by a layer of undercoat and then your final coat of light
blue paint. In order to achieve the desired results it makes sense
to match the undercoat to the final coat - or at least as near as
you can get it. So, a light undercoat for a light final colour,
a dark one for a deeper final colour.
Horns are rather like this in that they have a 'starting colour'
- an inbuilt 'in-house' tone. Some horns are quite bright, others
are dark. If the in-house tone is opposite to what you want, you're
going to have to work that much harder to paint your tone over the
top of it. I won't say it can't be done - or that it will lead to
poor results - but it can be a lot of hard work. This is why I've
always valued the 23's neutrality - it just doesn't get in the way,
and with the right choice of mouthpiece and the right technique
it will do exactly what I want it to do.
It's also a very vibrant horn. This has nothing to do with any
of that 'resonance' nonsense - your horn could vibrate like a chainsaw
and it still wouldn't make a difference to the tone. No, it's about
how 'alive' the horn feels when you blow it. It's the zing, the
vivacity, the immediacy. It just always feels eager - and that's
something I really notice when coming back to it after play-testing
other horns...they never seem to have quite that same degree of
Some would say (incorrectly) that this might be due to the weight
of the 23 - it's a very light horn - but the only advantage this
brings is that it's an easy horn to hang around your neck for hours
at a time.
But when all is said and done the only reason that really matters
is that the horn suits me (or I suit it).
So if it's that good, why change it?
It's about a change in tastes. Many years ago I used to take my
tea with two spoons of sugar and a liberal dose of full cream milk.
Over the years that's shifted...first I cut back on the sugar and
then I cut back on the milk. These days I'm on a level spoonful
of sugar and a dash of semi-skimmed milk.
It's hard to describe the change in tone I've been looking for -
in fact it's more of a feeling.
I first came across it when I tried an Inderbinen. It had everything
the Yamaha had, plus a bit more...a sort of extra dimension. It
wasn't brighter, it wasn't warmer - it was a little more full in
the midrange though, but without being overly so. I also found it
on a Borgani 09 Vintage...and, funnily enough, on a Keilwerth SX90R
Silver Anniversary (now there's a poke in the eye for all those
people who claim I hate Keilwerths).
Trouble was, while these horns all had that extra something, they
also had a few drawbacks - most notably the price on the Inderbinen
- and for me those drawbacks weren't things I was prepared to exchange
for the benefits these horns would bring (strangely enough, the
dearer Yamahas didn't really thrill me either).
It was then that I tried a Trevor
James Signature Custom RAW tenor.
I immediately noticed that extra something. Just like the Inderbinen,
the Borgani and yes, even the Keilwerth, the RAW has an indefinable
quality that keeps you coming back for more. In a way it's a bit
like trying to find the end of a rainbow...every time you move towards
it, it moves away - but you can see it ahead of you, just out of
reach. It's the journey that counts. If you can realise a horn's
full potential in no time at all then there's nothing to keep you
interested, nothing to keep you pushing forward. This is the mark
of a student horn - it gives all it's got very quickly, which is
a good thing for a student - but a professional horn should be a
temptress, a tease, an enigma.
For sure, I can reel off a lengthy list of horns that have this
spark, but there's another important factor that has a bearing on
whether a horn 'does it' for me or not, and that's its accessibility.
Imagine, if you will, entering a pub on a hot summer's day. On
the bar stands a glimmering, cool pint (or a glass of Creme de Menthe,
if you're that way inclined). In order to get your sweaty mitts
on the drink all you have to do is make your way from the door of
the pub to the bar.
No problem, as a rule, but here's the catch. Between the door and
the bar are a number of tables, all full up with drinkers. There
may be a direct route to the bar, or there may not be...depends
on the pub. As you make your way through the pub your eyes are firmly
fixed on the drink waiting for you on the bar.
This, to me at least, represents a horn's accessibility. You know
what the goal is, you know where it is, and you want the least cluttered
route to take you to it.
Now, over the years I've played countless numbers of Selmers. We
can all agree they're great horns (that should stop the buggers
emailing me...) but they're not everyone's cup of tea. Whenever
I've played a good one I've always been able to feel the spark...always
been able to see the pint on the bar...but it's always been a bit
of a chore to get to it. I've got to weave my way around the horn's
natural resistance, make sure I don't trip up on the tuning and
take great care that I don't knock over the drinks on the table
of Mid D Stuffiness etc.
So you can see that my criteria for a truly great horn is one that's
like a pub with a direct route to the bar...with perhaps a stop
on the way to tickle the pub cat under the chin.
The Yamaha was a very straightforward horn...you could be in the
door and at the bar in no time at all. The RAW has a few more distractions
along the way - but rather than being obstacles they're points of
interest. A stuffed badger with pair of Raybans on...one of those
wartime signs that says "Britain Needs You"...to which
someone has added "You Bastard"...a shelf full of rude
gnomes...a fifty pound note glued to the ceiling...a signed photo
of Roy Orbison standing at the bar, clutching a bag of pork scratchings.
It's stuff you want to stop and look at rather than something that
gets in the way.
And here's the killer feature - it's taken me three paragraphs to
describe this feeling and yet it's something you pick up from the
horn in less than a second. It's just there.
The final factor is how it all fits together. You can have the
temptress, you can have the pub, you can have the pint...but it
all counts for nothing if you get to the bar and find that the pint
tastes of dishwater...or the publican doesn't like the look of you
and tosses you out of the door.
Everything has to work, everything has to do its job...and then
get the hell out of the way.
When I mentioned on a forum that I'd found a new horn I was asked
what would happen to the Yamaha.
It's a funny thing - although I've travelled (reasonably) far and
wide with this horn, and it's seen me through its fair share of
gigs, good and bad, and it's always been 'the horn I've come home
to' - I don't really feel any sense of regret about its effective
I think this is because there's so much of it in the RAW.
I have plenty of clients who regularly use more than one horn. They
might have, say, a Selmer for the jazz gigs and a King for the blues
jams. Some clients have just the one horn, but use different mouthpieces.
It's the same principle though...not being able to get all they
want or need from the one setup. To be fair this is sometimes a
necessity - it's bloody hard work to walk off the stage at an R'nB
gig with a Yamaha Z fitted with a Dukoff D8 and go straight into
a classical gig - but provided the genres aren't too dissimilar
there really aren't that many good reasons for toting two horns
And that, I suppose is yet another factor that weighs in the RAW's
favour...that 'one horn to rule them all' sort of thing. It has
the versatility I want, it moves where I move.
I'll keep the Yamaha as a backup. When you've played a horn that
long you get to know it intimately...and that can be a handy thing
when it comes to testing modifications or bits of kit. I'm sure
that the RAW will take over, but it has to pay its dues first...and
that will take time
It says a lot for the humble old Yamaha YTS23 that it's been able
to keep my interest for over two decades, but it says a lot more
for the RAW that it's given me the promise of all that, and more.
And that, simply put, is why I've got one.
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Gastropods, or univalves, are the largest and most successful class of molluscs. 60,000–75,000 known living species belong to it. Most of are marine, but many live in freshwater or on land. Their fossil record goes back to the later Cambrian.
Slugs and snails, abalones, limpets, cowries, conches, top shells, whelks, and sea slugs are all gastropods. The gastropods are in origin sea-floor predators, though they did evolve into many other habitats.
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Most members have a shell, which is in one piece and coiled or spiralled; it usually opens on the right hand side (viewed with the shell apex pointing up). Some species have an operculum, a lid or trapdoor to close the shell. In some, the slugs, the shell is absent, and the body is streamlined. The best-known gastropods are land slugs and snails, but more than half of all species live in a marine environment. Marine gastropods include herbivores, detritus feeders, carnivores and a few ciliary feeders, in which the radula is reduced or absent. The radula is usually adapted to the food that a species eats.
The simplest gastropods are the limpets and abalones, both herbivores that use their hard radulas to rasp at seaweeds on rocks. Many marine gastropods are burrowers and have siphons or tubes that extend from the mantle and sometimes the shell. These act as snorkels, enabling the animal to continue to draw in a water current containing oxygen and food into their bodies. The siphons are also used to detect prey from a distance. These gastropods breathe with gills. Some freshwater species and almost all terrestric species have developed lungs.
Gastropods from several different families are called sea slugs. They are often flamboyantly coloured. This may be either as a warning if they are poisonous or to camouflage them on the corals and seaweeds where many of them live. Their gills are often feathery plumes on their backs. This is what gives the name to the nudibranchs. Nudibranchs with smooth or warty backs have no visible gill mechanisms and respiration may take place directly through the skin. A few of the sea slugs are herbivores and some are carnivores. Many have distinct dietary preferences and regularly occur in association with certain species.
The taxonomy of the Gastropoda is under constant revision: two major revisions have been published in the last twenty years. There will certainly be other revisions using the data from DNA sequencing. At present, the taxonomy of the Gastropoda may differ from author to author.
According to modern cladism, the taxonomy of the Gastropoda should be written in terms of strictly monophyletic groups. That means only one lineage of gastropods in each group. It will be difficult to do this, and still have a practical taxonomy for working biologists. Classifying animals in practice means using morphology (what they look like). But there are differences between the older groupings got from morphology, and those based on genome sequences. Convergent evolution, which has occurred often in gastropods, may account for this.
This was the traditional classification into four subclasses:
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The first gastropods were exclusively marine. The first of the group appeared in the Upper Cambrian (Chippewaella, Strepsodiscus). By the Ordovician period the gastropods were a varied group present in a few aquatic habitats. Commonly, fossil gastropods from the rocks of the early Palaeozoic era are too poorly preserved for accurate identification. Still, the Silurian genus Poleumita contains fifteen identified species. Fossil gastropods are less common during the Palaeozoic era than bivalves.
Most of the gastropods of that era belong to primitive groups. A few of these groups still survive today. By the Carboniferous period many of the shapes seen in living gastropods can be matched in the fossil record. Despite these similarities in appearance, the majority of these older forms are not directly related to living forms. It was during the Mesozoic era that the ancestors of many of the living gastropods evolved. One of the earliest known terrestrial (land-dwelling) gastropods is Maturipupa which is found in the Coal measures of the Carboniferous period in Europe. In the case of the common fossil Bellerophon, from Carboniferous limestones in Europe, it is not known whether it is a gastropod or not.
In rocks of the Mesozoic era gastropods are more common as fossils and their shell is often well preserved. Their fossils occur in beds of both freshwater and marine environments. The Purbeck Marble of the Jurassic period and the Sussex Marble of the early Cretaceous, which both occur in southern England, are limestones containing the tightly packed remains of the pond snail Viviparus.
Rocks of the Cainozoic era have very large numbers of gastropod fossils in them. Many of these fossils are closely related to modern living forms. The diversity of the gastropods increased markedly at the beginning of this era, along with that of the bivalves.
Gastropods are one of the groups that record the changes in fauna caused by the advance and retreat of the ice sheets during the Pleistocene epoch.
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- Such as the Western Interior Seaway or various mangrove and seagrass meadows
- Page, Louise R. 2006. Modern insights on gastropod development: reevaluation of the evolution of a novel body plan. Integrative and Comparative Biology 46, 134–143. Archived 2009-04-12 at the Wayback Machine
- Götting, Klaus-Jürgen (1994). "Schnecken". In Becker U. Ganter S. Just C. & Sauermost R. (ed.). Lexikon der Biologie. Heidelberg: Spektrum Akademischer Verlag. ISBN 3-86025-156-2.
- Ponder W.F. & Lindberg D.R. 1996. Gastropod phylogeny—challenges for the 90s. p135–154. In: Taylor J. (ed) Origin and evolutionary radiation of the Mollusca. Oxford University Press, Oxford.
- Ponder W. & Lindberg D.R. 1997. Towards a phylogeny of gastropod molluscs: an analysis using morphological characters. Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society 119: 83–265.
- Bouchet P. & Rocroi J-P. (eds) 2005. Classification and nomenclator of gastropod families. Malacologia: International Journal of Malacology, 47 (1–2). ConchBooks: Hackenheim, Germany. ISBN 3-925919-72-4
- Jeffery, Paul 2001. Suprageneric classification of class GASTROPODA. The Natural History Museum, London.
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- Conchology.be consult over 2,100,000 figured gastropods and other shells
- Gastropod Classification compiled by Paul Jeffery
- International Code of Zoological Nomenclature 4th edition, 2000 Archived 2004-08-10 at the Wayback Machine
- Gastropods in captivity Archived 2007-07-03 at the Wayback Machine
- Reconstructions of fossil gastropods at www.emilydamstra.com Archived 2007-09-27 at the Wayback Machine
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Hanako Greensmith Wikipedia, Wiki, Biography, Bio, Ethnicity, Partner, Husband, Instagram
Hanako Greensmith Wikipedia, Wiki, Biography, Bio, Ethnicity, Partner, Husband, Instagram: Hanako Greensmith, a multifaceted talent born in 1996, has garnered fame as an Actress, Model, Singer, Writer, Musician, Cellist, and Social Media influencer hailing from the United States. She rose to prominence through her notable role in the widely acclaimed TV series “Chicago Fire,” where her portrayal captivated audiences with her compelling performance and adept handling of character dynamics.
Hanako Greensmith Wiki
|28 years old
|Date of Birth
|BFA Musical Theatre
|In a relationship since May 2016
|New York City, New York, USA
Hanako Greensmith Early Life
Hanako Greensmith was born in New York City, New York, United States, in 1996. Her upbringing was marked by a passion for the arts, particularly nurtured by her parents, who themselves were proficient in playing the cello and imparted this skill to her. Hanako’s early years were enriched with exposure to music and performance, laying the foundation for her future endeavors in the entertainment industry.
Hanako Greensmith Physical Measurements
Hanako Greensmith, at 28 years old in 2024, stands gracefully at a height of 5 feet 9 inches, embodying elegance and poise. With a weight of approximately 59 kilograms, she maintains a slender and toned physique, reflecting her commitment to health and fitness. Hanako’s captivating brown eyes exude warmth and depth, complementing her striking black hair, which adds to her allure.
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Sporting a shoe size of 8 (U.S.), Hanako possesses an innate sense of style and sophistication. Her body measurements, measured at 33-25-35, highlight her balanced proportions and feminine silhouette, further enhancing her natural beauty.
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|Dobbs Ferry High School, New York
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For her high school education, Hanako attended Dobbs Ferry High School in New York, graduating in 2014 at the age of 18. Subsequently, she pursued her passion for performing arts by enrolling in Pace University, where she obtained a degree in BFA Musical Theatre in 2018. Additionally, Hanako honed her craft at the Manhattan School of Music Pre-College, further enriching her artistic prowess.
Hanako Greensmith Family Background
Hanako Greensmith comes from a close-knit family, with her parents, Nino Lagotto and Clive Greensmith, playing pivotal roles in her upbringing. Both her parents shared their love for music and instilled in Hanako a deep appreciation for the arts from an early age. While details about her siblings remain undisclosed, Hanako frequently expresses her affection and gratitude towards her parents through heartfelt messages on social media.
Hanako Greensmith Relationship Status
|Data available on Hanako’s social media (Instagram: @gabezetter)
|Duration of Relationship
|Since May 2016
Hanako Greensmith’s romantic life has been a subject of interest among her fans. She has been in a committed relationship since May 2016, sharing cherished moments with her partner on social media platforms. While Hanako maintains discretion regarding her partner’s identity, fans can find glimpses of their relationship under the username ‘@gabezetter’ on Instagram. Their enduring bond has been celebrated through milestones such as their one-year anniversary in May 2017, reflecting the depth of their affection and compatibility.
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Hanako Greensmith has carved a lucrative career path through her diverse talents, accumulating a substantial net worth estimated between USD 5-6 million. Her earnings stem from various sources, including acting in movies and TV series, social media engagements, and lucrative sponsorships. With her multifaceted skills and entrepreneurial acumen, Hanako continues to expand her financial portfolio while solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
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Hanako Greensmith Career Highlights
Hanako Greensmith’s journey in the entertainment industry is characterized by versatility and dedication. Beginning with her musical pursuits, Hanako honed her skills as a cellist and singer, culminating in the release of her debut single, “Halona and Ophelia,” in 2018. Her foray into acting commenced with theater performances across renowned venues in New York, including Clocktower Players, Hangar Theatre, and Pace University’s Schaeberle Theatre.
Hanako’s breakthrough came with her role in the acclaimed TV series “Chicago Fire,” where her compelling portrayal earned her recognition and acclaim from audiences and critics alike. Subsequently, she ventured into film, showcasing her talent in productions such as “Cave XR,” “Chicago Med,” and “Bull,” further solidifying her position as a versatile performer with a promising career trajectory.
Facts About Hanako Greensmith
- Hanako Greensmith’s journey into the entertainment industry began with her passion for music, where she excelled as a cellist and singer.
- She graduated with a degree in BFA Musical Theatre from Pace University, underscoring her commitment to honing her craft.
- Hanako’s parents, Nino Lagotto and Clive Greensmith, played instrumental roles in nurturing her love for music and performance.
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Who is Hanako Greensmith?
Hanako Greensmith is an American actress known for her role as Violet Mikami in the TV series “Chicago Fire.”
When did Hanako Greensmith join Chicago Fire?
Hanako Greensmith joined the cast of “Chicago Fire” in Season 8, where she portrays the character Violet Mikami, a key paramedic at Firehouse 51.
Who plays the role of Violet Mikami on Chicago Fire?
Hanako Greensmith plays the character Violet Mikami on the TV series “Chicago Fire,” bringing depth and authenticity to the role of a dedicated paramedic.
How long has Hanako Greensmith been a part of Chicago Fire?
Hanako Greensmith’s character, Violet Mikami, has been an integral part of Firehouse 51 since her introduction in Season 8, contributing her skills and expertise as a paramedic to the team.
What other TV series has Hanako Greensmith appeared in?
Apart from her role in “Chicago Fire,” Hanako Greensmith has also appeared in various other TV series and films, including “Cave XR,” “Chicago Med,” and “Bull,” showcasing her versatility as an actress.
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Former San Joaquin County Supervisor Carlos Villapudua is polling well ahead of the upcoming election, a new internal poll from his campaign shows.
In the March primary, Villapudua beat out fellow Democrat, and current county supervisor, Kathy Miller to take the top spot, 35.9 percent compared to 31.9 percent, a difference of about 3,000 votes.
Miller currently represents the Second Supervisorial District, fully contained within the city of Stockton.
According to the internal polling by Villapudua’s campaign, the ex-Supervisor has plenty of ground to win.
The poll, conducted by Action Solutions, surveyed 383 voters in District 13 and found that Villapudua has a 15 percent lead over Miller.
If the election were held today, Villapudua leads 25 percent to 10 percent with 35 percent of voters undecided. The margin of error on the poll was not immediately available.
According to Villapudua’s campaign, Miller’s decision to switch from no party preference to Democrat before she filed to run has led to 64.87 percent of voters to be less likely to vote for her.
The poll also reported that nearly 60 percent of women and more than 60 percent of Democrats would be more likely to vote for Villapudua when told that he was supported by teachers.
Villapudua is endorsed by the California Teachers Association, the statewide teacher’s union.
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DiogeniteDiogenites belong to the evolved achondrite HED group that also includes howardites and eucrites. They are named after the Greek philosopher Diogenes of Apollonia, of the 5th century BCE, who was the first to suggest that meteorites come from outer space (a realization forgotten for over 2,000 years). They are Click on Term to Read More
(>40 vol% olivineGroup of silicate minerals, (Mg,Fe)2SiO4, with the compositional endpoints of forsterite (Mg2SiO4) and fayalite (Fe2SiO4). Olivine is commonly found in all chondrites within both the matrix and chondrules, achondrites including most primitive achondrites and some evolved achondrites, in pallasites as large yellow-green crystals (brown when terrestrialized), in the silicate portion Click on Term to Read More)
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no coordinates recorded A single 49 g stone with weathered fusion crustMelted exterior of a meteorite that forms when it passes through Earth’s atmosphere. Friction with the air will raise a meteorite’s surface temperature upwards of 4800 K (8180 °F) and will melt (ablate) the surface minerals and flow backwards over the surface as shown in the Lafayette meteorite photograph below. Click on Term to Read More was found near Lake Iriqui, Morocco, and was subsequently purchased through a Moroccan dealer in March 2002 by A. and G. Hupé. Analysis of this meteoriteWork in progress. A solid natural object reaching a planet’s surface from interplanetary space. Solid portion of a meteoroid that survives its fall to Earth, or some other body. Meteorites are classified as stony meteorites, iron meteorites, and stony-iron meteorites. These groups are further divided according to their mineralogy and Click on Term to Read More was conducted at the University of Washington in Seattle (A. Irving and S. Kuehner). OxygenElement that makes up 20.95 vol. % of the Earth's atmosphere at ground level, 89 wt. % of seawater and 46.6 wt. % (94 vol. %) of Earth's crust. It appears to be the third most abundant element in the universe (after H and He), but has an abundance only Click on Term to Read More isotopeOne of two or more atoms with the same atomic number (Z), but different mass (A). For example, hydrogen has three isotopes: 1H, 2H (deuterium), and 3H (tritium). Different isotopes of a given element have different numbers of neutrons in the nucleus. Click on Term to Read More data indicate that NWA 1459 originated on the HED parent bodyThe body from which a meteorite or meteoroid was derived prior to its ejection. Some parent bodies were destroyed early in the formation of our Solar System, while others like the asteroid 4-Vesta and Mars are still observable today. Click on Term to Read More, and it was classified as a rare olivine-rich diogeniteDiogenites belong to the evolved achondrite HED group that also includes howardites and eucrites. They are named after the Greek philosopher Diogenes of Apollonia, of the 5th century BCE, who was the first to suggest that meteorites come from outer space (a realization forgotten for over 2,000 years). They are Click on Term to Read More.
This meteorite has a coarse-grained texture and a dark yellow-green color, and it exhibits minor staining caused by terrestrial weathering products such as iron oxides/hydroxides. It contains an unusual abundance of chromiteBrownish-black oxide of chromium and iron (Cr-Fe oxide), Cr2FeO4, found in many meteorite groups. Click on Term to Read More
grains, the presence of which is associated with high temperatures. Some of the chromite grains protrude across the crusted surface, selectively exposed and polished by atmospheric ablationGradual removal of the successive surface layers of a material through various processes. • The gradual removal and loss of meteoritic material by heating and vaporization as the meteoroid experiences frictional melting during its passage through the atmosphere. The resulting plasma ablates the meteor and, in cases where a meteor Click on Term to Read More
processes. Minor constituents that are present include anorthitic plagioclaseAlso referred to as the plagioclase feldspar series. Plagioclase is a common rock-forming series of feldspar minerals containing a continuous solid solution of calcium and sodium: (Na1-x,Cax)(Alx+1,Si1-x)Si2O8 where x = 0 to 1. The Ca-rich end-member is called anorthite (pure anorthite has formula: CaAl2Si2O8) and the Na-rich end-member is albite Click on Term to Read More
, clinopyroxene, troiliteBrass colored non-magnetic mineral of iron sulfide, FeS, found in a variety of meteorites. Click on Term to Read More
, and Ni-free (0.06%) Fe-metal.
At the time of its classification, the olivine diogenitesDiogenites belong to the evolved achondrite HED group that also includes howardites and eucrites. They are named after the Greek philosopher Diogenes of Apollonia, of the 5th century BCE, who was the first to suggest that meteorites come from outer space (a realization forgotten for over 2,000 years). They are Click on Term to Read More
included only a few like members, some of which had previously been found in Antarctica. The olivine-rich GRA 98108 has an orthopyroxeneOrthorhombic, low-Ca pyroxene common in chondrites. Its compositional range runs from all Mg-rich enstatite, MgSiO3 to Fe-rich ferrosilite, FeSiO3. These end-members form an almost complete solid solution where Mg2+ substitutes for Fe2+ up to about 90 mol. % and Ca substitutes no more than ~5 mol. % (higher Ca2+ contents occur Click on Term to Read More
content of 70% (Mg# = 69–79) and an olivine content of 30% (Mg# = 73), along with minor plagioclase, chromite, FeNi-metal, and troilite (Righter, 2001). Another unusually olivine-rich diogenite is the unbrecciated ALHA77256. In addition, the genomict brecciaWork in Progress ... A rock that is a mechanical mixture of different minerals and/or rock fragments (clasts). A breccia may also be distinguished by the origin of its clasts: (monomict breccia: monogenetic or monolithologic, and polymict breccia: polygenetic or polylithologic). The proportions of these fragments within the unbrecciated material Click on Term to Read More
EETA79002 contains a large amount of olivine (Mg# = ~76) in at least one lithology, mainly associated with highly magnesian orthopyroxene grains (Mittlefehldt, 2000). As with the other olivine diogenite samples, this highly magnesian orthopyroxene lithology is thought to have originated from a harzburgitic (olivine + orthopyroxene) plutonGeology: Igneous intrusive body that forms when magma is injected into host rocks and solidifies. Plutons occur in the crust of asteroids undergoing differentiation or planets. Named after Pluto, the Roman god of the underworld. Plutonic rocks are the rocks found within a pluton. Astronomy: Category of planet including all Click on Term to Read More
. However, olivine in this diogenite is not in equilibriumTerm used to describe physical or chemical stasis. Physical equilibrium may be divided into two types: static and dynamic. Static equilibrium occurs when the components of forces and torques acting in one direction are balanced by components of forces and torques acting in the opposite direction. A system in static Click on Term to Read More
with some other orthopyroxene lithologies that are present, suggesting that this is a genomict breccia consisting of a mixture of harzburgite and more common Fe-rich orthopyroxene (orthopyroxeniteA rock composed primarily of orthopyroxene. Non-terrestrial orthopyoxenites include diogenites and a single martian meteorite, ALH 84001, that was found in the Allan Hills region of Antarctica in 1984. ALH 84001 is a cumulate rock consisting of 97% coarse-grained, Mg-rich orthopyroxene, with small amounts of plagioclase, chromite, and carbonate. It Click on Term to Read More
) clasts (Beck and McSween Jr., 2009).
Northwest Africa 1459 is classified as a harzburgitic peridotite rock, with a higher olivine (~40 vol%) and Fe content than that found in all previously analyzed olivine-rich diogenites. In 2003, a fifth member of this olivine-rich diogenite group was found, NWA 1877 and pairings, which contains ~45 vol% olivine with no plagioclase suggesting that it formed at a greater depth than did NWA 1459. This meteorite, along with NWA 1459, GRA 98108, ALHA 77256, and EETA 79002, provided the requisite number required to form a new group that was proposed to be called the olivine diogenite group—a term generally associated with those diogenites containing at least 5 vol% olivine (A. Irving et al.
, 2005). For those diogenites with between 1 vol% and 5 vol% olivine the term ‘olivine-bearing’ is most commonly used. Even more recently, the classification of several new olivine diogenites was published; namely, NWA 5405 (~10 vol% olivine), NWA 5312 (24 vol% olivine), MIL 07001 (>40 vol% olivine), NWA 4223 (50 vol% olivine), and NWA 5480 (57 vol% olivine). While it is hypothesized that olivine diogenites are cumulates constituting distinct layered magmatic intrusions emplaced into the crustOutermost layer of a differentiated planet, asteroid or moon, usually consisting of silicate rock and extending no more than 10s of km from the surface. The term is also applied to icy bodies, in which case it is composed of ices, frozen gases, and accumulated meteoritic material. On Earth, the Click on Term to Read More
, the unusual features exhibited in NWA 5480 suggest a possible origin as a mantleMain silicate-rich zone within a planet between the crust and metallic core. The mantle accounts for 82% of Earth's volume and is composed of silicate minerals rich in Mg. The temperature of the mantle can be as high as 3,700 °C. Heat generated in the core causes convection currents in Click on Term to Read More
residue. A relatively strong paleomagnetic intensity of ~36 µT was measured for NWA 5480 (Tarduno and Cottrell, 2012), from which a dynamo can be inferred to have existed during crystallizationPhysical or chemical process or action that results in the formation of regularly-shaped, -sized, and -patterned solid forms known as crystals. Click on Term to Read More
more than 19.68 m.y. after CAIsSub-millimeter to centimeter-sized amorphous objects found typically in carbonaceous chondrites and ranging in color from white to greyish white and even light pink. CAIs have occasionally been found in ordinary chondrites, such as the L3.00 chondrite, NWA 8276 (Sara Russell, 2016). CAIs are also known as refractory inclusions since they Click on Term to Read More
(Yin et al.
, 2018). Analyses by Yamaguchi et al.
(2013) led them to conclude that the NWA 5480 diogenite is an impact melt rockRock that has been made temporarily molten as a result of the energy released by the impact of a large colliding body. Impact melts include small particles, known as "impact melt spherules" that are splashed out of the impact crater, and larger pools and sheets of melt that collect in Click on Term to Read More
formed at the bottom of a large basin such as Rheasilvia.
It is noteworthy that O-isotope and trace elementSubstance composed of atoms, each of which has the same atomic number (Z) and chemical properties. The chemical properties of an element are determined by the arrangement of the electrons in the various shells (specified by their quantum number) that surround the nucleus. In a neutral atom, the number of Click on Term to Read More
data for the unique 1.1 g olivine-rich (dunitic/harzburgitic?) achondriteAn achondrite is a type of stony meteorite whose precursor was of chondritic origin and experienced metamorphic and igneous processes. They have a planetary or differentiated asteroidal origin where the chondritic parent body reached a sufficient size that through heating due to radioactive decay of 26Al (aluminum isotope) and gravitational Click on Term to Read More
QUE 93148 have led to the suggestion that it might be derived from the deep mantle of the HED parent body (Goodrich and Righter, 2000; C. Floss, 2003). However, due to its lower Co and Ni abundances than what would otherwise be expected for an olivine-rich mantle lithology or magma oceanCompletely molten surfaces of terrestrial planets or moons that formed soon after accretion. Samples returned by the Apollo missions provide evidence of a lunar magma ocean, crystallization of which produced a stratified Moon with a low-density crust formed by accumulation of the mineral plagioclase overlying a higher density mantle of Click on Term to Read More cumulateIgneous rock composed of crystals that have grown and accumulated (often by gravitational settling) in a cooling magma chamber. Click on Term to Read More
, QUE 93148 may have actually originated on a distinct planetary body such as that of the main-group pallasites (Shearer et al.
, 2008; Shearer et al.
Northwest Africa 1459 may be different from the other olivine-rich diogenites in being a recrystallized cumulate (Irving et al.
, 2003). Some have suggested a formation of olivine diogenites from basaltBasalt is the most common extrusive igneous rock on the terrestrial planets. For example, more than 90% of all volcanic rock on Earth is basalt. The term basalt is applied to most low viscosity dark silicate lavas, regardless of composition. Basalt is a mafic, extrusive and fine grained igneous rock Click on Term to Read More
depleted source regions—melts from which eucritesMost common type of achondrite meteorite and a member of the HED group. Eucrites are basalts composed primarily of pigeonite and anorthite (An60-98). Eucrites have been placed into three subgroups based on mineralogical and chemical differences. • Non-cumulate eucrites represent the upper crust that solidified on a magma ocean after Click on Term to Read More
had previously been derived. However, due to the minor and trace element overlaps observed among the diogenite types, they may in fact form a continuum of orthopyroxene accumulation within a fractionated magmaMolten silicate (rock) beneath the surface of a planetary body or moon. When it reaches the surface, magma is called lava. Click on Term to Read More
ocean or layered intrusion emplaced into the crust. Alternatively, they may represent distinct parental magma sources rather than originating in a separate mantle setting (Shearer et al.
, 2007, 2010; Barrat and Yamaguchi, 2014). It was argued that only the largest impact event could excavate olivine-rich mantle material on VestaThird largest and fourth brightest asteroid; it was discovered in 1807 by Heinrich Olbers and named for the ancient Roman goddess of the hearth. 4 Vesta has a basaltic surface composition and an average density not much less than that of Mars. Evidently lava once flowed here indicating that the
, and this is exemplified by the central uplift within the Southern Lowlands craterBowl-like depression ("crater" means "cup" in Latin) on the surface of a planet, moon, or asteroid. Craters range in size from a few centimeters to over 1,000 km across, and are mostly caused by impact or by volcanic activity, though some are due to cryovolcanism. Click on Term to Read More
where even coreIn the context of planetary formation, the core is the central region of a large differentiated asteroid, planet or moon and made up of denser materials than the surrounding mantle and crust. For example, the cores of the Earth, the terrestrial planets and differentiated asteroids are rich in metallic iron-nickel. Click on Term to Read More
material may have been exposed (Delaney, 2009). This tremendous impact event is estimated to have displaced 10–20% of the mass of the asteroid. Notably, Beck et al.
(2012) identified the first olivine-rich melt material in the howardites that constitute the PCA 02009 pairing group. This olivine-rich material was likely derived from harzburgitic and dunitic lithologies exposed on the surface of Vesta.
Importantly, the dunitic Vesta-related meteorite NWA 2968
(>95 vol% olivine) may be the deepest sampled lithology known from the HED parent asteroid, widely thought to be 4 Vesta and its derivitive Vestoids. In a similar manner, it is envisaged by one investigative team that Vesta and the Vestoids, along with the isotopically similar mesosiderites and IIAB irons, were themselves the products of a breakup of an even larger parent object which they have named ‘Opis’ (Irving et al.
, 2009). In Greek mythology, Opis was the wife of Saturn, whose children were Jupiter, Neptune, Pluto, Juno, Ceres, and Vesta.
To see an alternative classification systemDefinable part of the universe that can be open, closed, or isolated. An open system exchanges both matter and energy with its surroundings. A closed system can only exchange energy with its surroundings; it has walls through which heat can pass. An isolated system cannot exchange energy or matter with
for the diogenites based on mineralogical and petrographical features, proposed by Beck and McSween (2010) and modified by Wittke et al.
(2011), click here
. The photo above shows the cut side of a 0.42 g partial end section of NWA 1459. The photo of the main massLargest fragment of a meteorite, typically at the time of recovery. Meteorites are commonly cut, sliced or sometimes broken thus reducing the size of the main mass and the resulting largest specimen is called the "largest known mass". Click on Term to Read More
shown below is courtesy of A. and G. Hupé.
NORTHWEST AFRICA 1459
Photo courtesy of A. and G. Hupé
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Special Counsel Jack Smith has received more bad news from a federal judge regarding his plans to rush his trial for President Donald Trump through before the November election.
A federal judge in Florida has expressed skepticism regarding the feasibility of a plan by Smith to bring Trump to trial in July for his classified documents case.
The charges against Trump involve allegations that he stored government secrets at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving office.
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon did not immediately indicate whether she believes the trial could take place before the 2024 presidential election.
However, during a crucial hearing, she expressed concern that the complex legal issues surrounding the classified evidence required for the trial could consume significant time over the next four months.
Trump’s legal team emphasized that his ability to prepare for the Florida trial would be further hindered due to a separate criminal trial he faces in New York.
The New York trial, which begins on March 25, is expected to last six weeks or longer.
Judge Cannon signals doubts about Jack Smith’s timeline for Trump trial in Florida https://t.co/e74279bwxo
— POLITICO (@politico) March 1, 2024
While the classified docs trial in Florida is officially scheduled to start on May 20, Cannon is likely to postpone it.
The duration of the delay remains uncertain, however.
Smith proposed a new trial date of July 8 as the special counsel and the Democrats desperately seek to derail Trump’s 2024 campaign.
Trump’s lawyers, meanwhile, argue that the trial should not proceed until after the election.
Cannon expressed concern about the proposed timeline.
The judge notes that it would compress pretrial arguments and deliberation into short windows.
She stated, “To try to do 13 motions in a day or even two days seems unrealistic.”
The political backdrop of the 2024 campaign is significant because if Trump is elected and the trial is pending, he could direct the Justice Department to terminate the case.
Cannon, however, avoided direct reference to the election during the hearing.
The judge appeared receptive to the defense’s argument that various components of the federal government should be treated as part of the prosecution team, affecting the amount of evidence Trump and his co-defendants are entitled to.
Cannon indicated a willingness to grant a hearing on this issue.
During the afternoon session, lawyers debated the prosecution’s request to keep witness names and statements confidential.
Trump and his co-defendants oppose this sealing.
Cannon questioned the necessity of secrecy, expressing concern that it could hinder public access to important case details.
At the conclusion of the hearing, Cannon did not indicate when she would rule on the trial schedule or the secrecy issue.
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Jenna Ortega Wednesday star is of one of Netflix’s greatest TV shows of the year, Wednesday, premiering on Nov. 23.
In the role, Ortega masterfully suspends Wednesday Addams’ well-famous menacing personality with a hint of integrity we haven’t noticed from the elder daughter of the famous Addams family. The iconic role which is perhaps the most overdone last-minute Halloween outfit of all time is not an easy part to tackle, mainly since she is now in the middle of the story, unlike in earlier Addams family movies and shows. Christina Ricci, who also seems on the new Netflix show as a teacher, recreated Wednesday in 1991’s The Addams Family and 1993’s Addams Family Values. Her portrayal cemented the role as a pop culture tack, so producing the role her own without estranging diehard fans was Ortega’s most significant challenge.
“You want to do something different. You don’t want to be ripping off anybody else’s interpretation,” Ortega tells Complex in a virtual discussion. “We’ve never spent so broad period with Wednesday on screen earlier, there has to be more measurement in order to push that story forward.” In the trailer, we get a glimpse of what this version of Wednesday is capable of when anyone messes with her loved ones. She might arrive off as dark, cold, aloof, and heartless at first, but when she notices a group of boys worrying her little brother she voices piranhas on them while they’re in a collection. But that’s only a fraction of what she’s willing to do to rescue those around her. Wednesday also shows a new, more inspirational, and tender side in the Netflix series that lovers haven’t noticed before.
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Once she reaches sent away to Nevermore Academy for her bad manners, she befriends a lovable outcast quoted Eugene Ottinger (Moosa Mostafa), her lovely roommate Enid Sinclair (Emma Myers), and includes a not-so-platonic fellowship with a boy called Tyler Galpin (Hunter Doohan). Jointly, they try to decrypt a mystery that haunted her parents 25 years ago. It might carry some obtaining used to seeing Wednesday in her softer instants or directing interest in boys but it’s sort of stimulating. Even more so when Ortega doesn’t permit the role to veer too far away from what viewers anticipate from Wednesday. “I was very defensive and I never desired to give too extensively or too little,” she adds.
The mystical secret is directed by Tim Burton, creating it his first-ever TV task. Burton existed the only one with a lengthy list of horror movies on his résumé, though. Ortega has starred in two of this year’s most thrilling horror movies including A24’s X and Scream, which already has a sequel coming in March 2023. She recreates these qualities in sinister circumstances extremely well and states she likes having blood on her face and shouting all day on stage.
“Something that I admire about horror is that its the type of supporting theater alive. I sense like people truly go out to the theaters nowadays for superhero movies or horror films,” she says. “You’re just showing people a good spell. It’s adrenaline, it’s a roller coaster. I feel like horror is a large, just this conglomerate of genres in terms of, you have your horror and your action and then there’s comedy and then there’s drama and then there’s romance. I think that horror films are kind of everything at once, and that’s a really wonderful experience as an actor.”
The show’s younger cast is made up of mostly upcoming actors but the adults include names like Game of Thrones’s Gwendoline Christie, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzman, and Fred Armisen. It’s a secret why Netflix chose to drop this performance nearly a month after Halloween, but currently, lovers will get the possibility to binge-watch the sequel during the Thanksgiving holiday and it’s absolutely worth a watch. Review our conversation with Ortega below, where she concerns with adding new layers to Wednesday, performing with Tim Burton and Christina Ricci, and more.
You actually took this character to the next level. I told to Gwendolyn and she said that you displayed it effortlessly. How were you capable to perform such an iconic role so spot on from the one we learn, but also in such an amazing way?
Yeah, it was actually impressive doing this one because you desire to do something extra. You don’t desire to be tearing off anybody else’s performance. But actually, the ‘90s movies made such an effect on the role of Wednesday, the one that we understand and value today. So I think that there was a part of my arrangement that I had to twist in bits and parts that were reminiscent of the ‘90s performance and iteration and that appeal, I don’t learn, this group was also authored very reminiscent of the ‘90s.
I believe for the older generations that understand and adore her, I had those bits and parts, but for the more recent generation and also the refined truth that we’ve never expended so much time with Wednesday on-screen back, there have to be more proportions in order to drive that story onwards. So that’s when I had to skate in different undertones of sensation and response and maybe insecurities at some moment. Just something to create her more relatable and level her and kind of just display a further side to a feeling that we’d never noticed before.
She displays more of a delicate side to her that maybe we haven’t actually been aware of. How were you able to showcase that and not lose the power that we know from Wednesday?
Oh, we had a bunch of discussions and debates about this because I was always very secure and I never wanted to give too much or too little. And I’ve never seen Wednesday as a person to be into boys or is into this. But I suppose it’s easy when you have a more youthful figure like Eugene because there’s something about small I think Wednesday values helpless people and he was little and fragile, but also a little strange and wasn’t scared of that. So I think that she felt very defensive of him.
And then as distant as Tyler runs, I think that that was just a type of enjoyable work for her. While she was busy gathering out this nightmare condition, I think it was just kind of for fun. I don’t think she actually, she suggested anything too deep about it, which is also why being more delicate with someone when you’re getting to know someone on maybe a just less platonic level, you got to show flanks of yourself because that drives it more attractive.
Working with Christina Ricci on this—I’m so happy that she bound the project. What was it like working with the person who created this role so iconic?
Christina was actually cool. We got ahead really well. She’s a truly generous actress and I was certainly anxious to work with her just because of who she is and what she stood for and how much everyone notices her as Wednesday. But also she offered me space and chamber to do what I was required to do and I wish I had done the same for her. And I would value working with her similarly. She truly is. I think we get on all good.
For sure. Tim Burton has been connected to an Addams Family task of some type since the ‘90s, and now is finally able to do this with you as the lead. What was it like working with him and helping him bring this to life?
Yeah, I feel so lucky. He’s honestly such a sweet person and an incredible collaborator. He’s an actor’s director. He knows the way to communicate with people and I think I felt this overwhelming sense of trust and just partnership with him. And it’s not an easy combination or I don’t know. I think there are very few directors who know how to form communication to that level with an actor and he’s somebody who’s very good at that.
And it was with someone with a background like his, for him to be so kind and so incredible, but then also just to be a part of his world and vision and see him drawing sketches and doing things like that for a project that I was involved in was just kind of surreal. And I think it’s an experience I’ll always cherish. I think that it was just really great.
We’ve seen you on X and in Scream, you’re really keeping the horror genre alive. What is it about these projects that drive you drawn to them?
Well, something that I admire about horror is that it’s kind of keeping theaters alive. I feel like people really go out to the theaters nowadays for superhero films or horror films that you’re just giving people a good time. It’s adrenaline, it’s a roller coaster. I feel like horror is a large, just this conglomerate of genres in terms of, you have your horror and your action and then there’s comedy and then there’s drama and then there’s romance.
I think that horror films are kind of everything at once, and I think that that’s a really wonderful experience as an actor. But then also, yeah, I like having blood on my face and I like running and crying and screaming all day. It gives me a kick.
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Rhyming poems for kids are one of the best ways to introduce and nurture their joy of reading. Rhymes are the repetition of similar-sounding words. When employed in a well-written poem, they combine styles and feelings to create a lyrical rhythm, making it easier for children to pick up new words and their meanings. Thus, these poems help children master the language. In addition, children can distinguish different expressions and emotions attached to the art and aesthetics of the poetry. So let us read further to explore some rhyming poems that will keep your children engaged and entertained for hours.
35 Rhyming Poems For Kids
Poems can nurture the creative spirits of your little one. Rhyming poems are appealing to children and make their free time fun.
1. From A Railway Carriage, by Robert Louis Stevenson
Faster than fairies, faster than witches,
Bridges and houses, hedges and ditches;
And charging along like troops in a battle,
All through the meadows the horses and cattle:
All of the sights of the hill and the plain
Fly as thick as driving rain;
And ever again, in the wink of an eye,
Painted stations whistle by.
Here is a child who clambers and scrambles,
All by himself and gathering brambles;
Here is a tramp who stands and gazes;
And there is the green for stringing the daisies!
Here is a cart run away in the road
Lumping along with man and load;
And here is a mill and there is a river:
Each a glimpse and gone for ever!
2. February, by Mary Ann Hoberman
February, funny word,
With my “r” that’s hardly heard,
Different in so many ways,
I’m the month with fewest days;
And another thing that’s strange is
I’m the only month that changes:
Every leap year – one in four –
I am given one day more,
Twenty-nine from twenty-eight
(Not so easy to keep straight).
Still it’s lots of fun to vary –
I like being February!
Take out some time from your daily schedule and read these poems to your children. Spending quality time together can foster your bond.
3. Be Glad Your Nose Is on Your Face, by Jack Prelutsky
Be glad your nose is on your face,
not pasted on some other place,
for if it were where it is not,
you might dislike your nose a lot.
Imagine if your precious nose
were sandwiched in between your toes,
that clearly would not be a treat,
for you’d be forced to smell your feet.
Your nose would be a source of dread
were it attached atop your head,
it soon would drive you to despair,
forever tickled by your hair.
Within your ear, your nose would be
an absolute catastrophe,
for when you were obliged to sneeze,
your brain would rattle from the breeze.
Your nose, instead, through thick and thin,
remains between your eyes and chin,
not pasted on some other place—
be glad your nose is on your face!
4. Homework Stew, by Kenn Nesbitt
I cooked my math book in a broth
and stirred it to a steaming froth.
I threw in papers—pencils, too—
to make a pot of homework stew.
I turned the flame up nice and hot
and tossed my binder in the pot.
I sprinkled in my book report
with colored markers by the quart.
Despite its putrid, noxious gas,
I proudly took my stew to class.
And though the smell was so grotesque,
I set it on my teacher’s desk.
My teacher said, “You’re quite a chef.
But, still, you’re going to get an F.
I didn’t ask for ‘homework stew,’
I said, ‘Tomorrow, homework’s due.’”
5. Said The Toad, by J. Patrick Lewis
I was really in a muddle
looking over a mud puddle
’cause I didn’t have a paddle
or a twig to ride the reef.
But I said, Oh, fiddle-faddle,
this is just a little piddle
of a second fiddle puddle
so I saddled up a leaf.
I set sail on the puddle,
but I reached the muddy middle
and I rocked the leaf a little,
then I gave it all I had.
And I solved the mighty riddle
of the whole caboodle puddle
when I hopped up on the middle
of a beetle launching pad.
6. The Romance, by Shel Silverstein
Said the pelican to the elephant,
“I think we should marry, I do.
’Cause there’s no name that rhymes with me,
And no one else rhymes with you.”
Said the elephant to the pelican,
“There’s sense to what you’ve said,
For rhyming’s as good a reason as any
For any two to wed.”
And so the elephant wed the pelican,
And they dined upon lemons and limes,
And now they have a baby pelicant,
And everybody rhymes.
7. Cat, by Marilyn Singer
a perfect fire
to lie beside,
a cozy lap
where I can nap,
an empty chair
when she’s not there.
I want heat
on my feet
on my nose
on my hide.
No cat I remember
8. Now We Are Six, by A.A. Milne
When I was One,
I had just begun.
When I was Two,
I was nearly new.
When I was Three
I was hardly me.
When I was Four,
I was not much more.
When I was Five,
I was just alive.
But now I am Six,
I’m as clever as clever,
So I think I’ll be six now for ever and ever.
9. Jack, by Jane Yolen
Jack was quite nimble,
Jack was quite quick,
Jack gave the beanstalk
A mighty big kick.
Down came the giant—
Bottoms up in a crater,
Thus ending it all.
10. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bat, by Lewis Carroll
Twinkle, twinkle, little bat!
How I wonder what you’re at!
Up above the world you fly,
Like a teatray in the sky.
11. Stopping by Woods On A Snowy Evening, by Robert Frost
Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village, though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
My little horse must think it queer
To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.
He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound’s the sweep
Of easy wind and downy flake.
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.
12. Down Behind The Dustbin, by Michael Rosen
Down behind the dustbin
I met a dog called Ted.
‘Leave me alone,’ he says,
‘I’m just going to bed.’
Down behind the dustbin
I met a dog called Roger.
‘Do you own this bin?’ I said.
‘No. I’m only a lodger.’
Down behind the dustbin
I met a dog called Sue.
‘What are you doing here?’ I said.
‘I’ve got nothing else to do.’
13. Composed upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802, by William Wordsworth
Earth has not anything to show more fair:
Dull would he be of soul who could pass by
A sight so touching in its majesty:
This City now doth, like a garment, wear
The beauty of the morning; silent, bare,
Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie
Open unto the fields, and to the sky;
All bright and glittering in the smokeless air.
Never did sun more beautifully steep
In his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill;
Ne’er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep!
The river glideth at his own sweet will:
Dear God! the very houses seem asleep;
And all that mighty heart is lying still!
14. Desire, by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Where true Love burns Desire is Love’s pure flame;
It is the reflex of our earthly frame,
That takes its meaning from the nobler part,
And but translates the language of the heart.
15. Love’s Philosophy, by Percy Bysshe Shelley
The fountains mingle with the river
And the rivers with the ocean,
The winds of heaven mix for ever
With a sweet emotion;
Nothing in the world is single;
All things by a law divine
In one spirit meet and mingle.
Why not I with thine?—
See the mountains kiss high heaven
And the waves clasp one another;
No sister-flower would be forgiven
If it disdained its brother;
And the sunlight clasps the earth
And the moonbeams kiss the sea:
What is all this sweet work worth
If thou kiss not me?
16. The Sick Rose, by William Blake
O Rose thou art sick.
The invisible worm,
That flies in the night
In the howling storm:
Has found out thy bed
Of crimson joy:
And his dark secret love
Does thy life destroy.
17. Stanzas For Music, by Lord Byron
There be none of Beauty’s daughters
With a magic like thee;
And like music on the waters
Is thy sweet voice to me:
When, as if its sound were causing
The charmed ocean’s pausing,
The waves lie still and gleaming,
And the lull’d winds seem dreaming:
And the midnight moon is weaving
Her bright chain o’er the deep;
Whose breast is gently heaving,
As an infant’s asleep:
So the spirit bows before thee,
To listen and adore thee;
With a full but soft emotion,
Like the swell of Summer’s ocean.
18. In The Bleak Midwinter, by Christina Rossetti
In the bleak midwinter, frosty wind made moan,
Earth stood hard as iron, water like a stone;
Snow had fallen, snow on snow, snow on snow,
In the bleak midwinter, long ago.
Our God, Heaven cannot hold Him, nor earth sustain;
Heaven and earth shall flee away when He comes to reign.
In the bleak midwinter a stable place sufficed
The Lord God Almighty, Jesus Christ.
Enough for Him, whom cherubim, worship night and day,
Breastful of milk, and a mangerful of hay;
Enough for Him, whom angels fall before,
The ox and ass and camel which adore.
Angels and archangels may have gathered there,
Cherubim and seraphim thronged the air;
But His mother only, in her maiden bliss,
Worshipped the beloved with a kiss.
What can I give Him, poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb;
If I were a Wise Man, I would do my part;
Yet what I can I give Him: give my heart.
19. Fall, Leaves, Fall, by Emily Bronte
Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away;
Lengthen night and shorten day;
Every leaf speaks bliss to me
Fluttering from the autumn tree.
I shall smile when wreaths of snow
Blossom where the rose should grow;
I shall sing when night’s decay
Ushers in a drearier day.
20. No Second Troy, by William Butler Yeats
Why should I blame her that she filled my days
With misery, or that she would of late
Have taught to ignorant men most violent ways,
Or hurled the little streets upon the great,
Had they but courage equal to desire?
What could have made her peaceful with a mind
That nobleness made simple as a fire,
With beauty like a tightened bow, a kind
That is not natural in an age like this,
Being high and solitary and most stern?
Why, what could she have done, being what she is?
Was there another Troy for her to burn?
William Butler Yeats was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1923.
21. Song, by James Joyce
My love is in a light attire
Among the apple trees,
Where the gay winds do most desire
To run in companies.
There, where the gay winds stay to woo
The young leaves as they pass,
My love goes slowly, bending to
Her shadow on the grass.
And where the sky’s a pale blue cup
Over the laughing land,
My love goes lightly, holding up
Her dress with dainty hand.
22. The Heavenly City, by Stevie Smith
I sigh for the heavenly country,
Where the heavenly people pass,
And the sea is as quiet as a mirror
Of beautiful beautiful glass.
I walk in the heavenly field,
With lilies and poppies bright,
I am dressed in a heavenly coat
Of polished white.
When I walk in the heavenly parkland
My feet on the pasture are bare,
Tall waves the grass, but no harmful
Creature is there.
At night I fly over the housetops,
And stand on the bright moony beams;
Gold are all heaven’s rivers,
And silver her streams.
23. My Kingdom, by Robert Louis Stevenson
Down by a shining water well
I found a very little dell,
No higher than my head.
The heather and the gorse about
In summer bloom were coming out,
Some yellow and some red.
I called the little pool a sea;
The little hills were big to me;
For I am very small.
I made a boat, I made a town,
I searched the caverns up and down,
And named them one and all.
And all about was mine, I said,
The little sparrows overhead,
The little minnows too.
This was the world and I was king;
For me the bees came by to sing,
For me the swallows flew.
I played there were no deeper seas,
Nor any wider plains than these,
Nor other kings than me.
At last I heard my mother call
Out from the house at evenfall,
To call me home to tea.
And I must rise and leave my dell,
And leave my dimpled water well,
And leave my heather blooms.
Alas! and as my home I neared,
How very big my nurse appeared.
How great and cool the rooms!
24. The Porcupine, by Ogden Nash
Any hound a porcupine nudges
Can’t be blamed for harboring grudges,
I know one hound that laughed all winter
At a porcupine that sat on a splinter.
25. A Nonsense Song, by Stephen Vincent Benet
Rosemary, Rosemary, let down your hair!
The cow’s in the hammock, the crow’s in the chair!
I was making you songs out of sawdust and silk,
But they came in to call and they spilt them like milk.
The cat’s in the coffee, the wind’s in the east,
He screams like a peacock and whines like a priest
And the saw of his voice makes my blood turn to mice-
So let down your long hair and shut off his advice!
Pluck out the thin hairpins and let the waves stream,
Brown-gold as brook-waters that dance through a dream,
Gentle-curled as young cloudlings, sweet-fragrant as bay,
Till it takes all the fierceness of living away.
Oh, when you are with me, my heart is white steel,
But the bat’s in the belfry, the mold’s in the meal,
And I think I hear skeletons climbing the stair!
-Rosemary, Rosemary, let down your bright hair!
26. Dentist And The Crocodile, by Roald Dahl
The crocodile, with cunning smile, sat in the dentist’s chair.
He said, “Right here and everywhere my teeth require repair.”
The dentist’s face was turning white. He quivered, quaked and shook.
He muttered, “I suppose I’m going to have to take a look.”
“I want you”, Crocodile declared, “to do the back ones first.
The molars at the very back are easily the worst.”
He opened wide his massive jaws. It was a fearsome sight—
At least three hundred pointed teeth, all sharp and shining white.
The dentist kept himself well clear. He stood two yards away.
He chose the longest probe he had to search out the decay.
“I said to do the back ones first!” the Crocodile called out.
“You’re much too far away, dear sir, to see what you’re about.
To do the back ones properly you’ve got to put your head
Deep down inside my great big mouth,” the grinning Crocky said.
The poor old dentist wrung his hands and, weeping in despair,
He cried, “No no! I see them all extremely well from here!”
Just then, in burst a lady, in her hands a golden chain.
She cried, “Oh Croc, you naughty boy, you’re playing tricks again!”
“Watch out!” the dentist shrieked and started climbing up the wall.
“He’s after me! He’s after you! He’s going to eat us all!”
“Don’t be a twit,” the lady said, and flashed a gorgeous smile.
“He’s harmless. He’s my little pet, my lovely crocodile.”
27. Trees, by Joyce Kilmer
I think that I shall never see
A poem lovely as a tree.
A tree whose hungry mouth is prest
Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast;
A tree that looks at God all day,
And lifts her leafy arms to pray;
A tree that may in Summer wear
A nest of robins in her hair;
Upon whose bosom snow has lain;
Who intimately lives with rain.
Poems are made by fools like me,
But only God can make a tree.
28. Across The Border, by Sophie Jewett
Where all the trees bear golden flowers,
And all the birds are white;
Where fairy folk in dancing hours
Burn stars for candlelight;
Where every wind and leaf can talk,
But no man understand
Save one whose child-feet chanced to walk
Green paths of fairyland;
I followed two swift silver wings;
I stalked a roving song;
I startled shining, silent things;
I wandered all day long.
But when it seemed the shadowy hours
Whispered of soft-foot night,
I crept home to sweet common flowers,
Brown birds, and candlelight.
29. When I Was One-and-Twenty, by A.E. Housman
When I was one-and-twenty
I heard a wise man say,
“Give crowns and pounds and guineas
But not your heart away;
Give pearls away and rubies
But keep your fancy free.”
But I was one-and-twenty,
No use to talk to me.
When I was one-and-twenty
I heard him say again,
“The heart out of the bosom
Was never given in vain;
’Tis paid with sighs a plenty
And sold for endless rue.”
And I am two-and-twenty,
And oh, ’tis true, ’tis true.
30. The Violet, by Jane Taylor
Down in a green and shady bed,
A modest violet grew,
Its stalk was bent, it hung its head,
As if to hide from view.
And yet it was a lovely flower,
Its colours bright and fair;
It might have graced a rosy bower,
Instead of hiding there,
Yet there it was content to bloom,
In modest tints arrayed;
And there diffused its sweet perfume,
Within the silent shade.
Then let me to the valley go,
This pretty flower to see;
That I may also learn to grow
In sweet humility.
Did you know?
Jane Taylor is best known for her children’s lullaby “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.”
31. My Doggy Ate My Essay, by Darren Sardelli
My doggy ate my essay.
He picked up all my mail.
He cleaned my dirty closet
and dusted with his tail.
He straightened out my posters
and swept my wooden floor.
My parents almost fainted
when he fixed my bedroom door.
I did not try to stop him.
He made my windows shine.
My room looked like a palace,
and my dresser smelled like pine.
He fluffed up every pillow.
He folded all my clothes.
He even cleaned my fish tank
with a toothbrush and a hose.
I thought it was amazing
to see him use a broom.
I’m glad he ate my essay
on “How to Clean My Room.”
32. When I Am Gone, by Shel Silverstein
When I am gone what will you do?
Who will write and draw for you?
Someone smarter—someone new?
Someone better—maybe YOU!
33. A Child’s Calendar, by John Updike
The stripped and shapely
The ghosts of her
The ground is hard,
As hard as stone.
The year is old,
The birds are flown.
And yet the world,
In its distress,
Displays a certain
34. The Mermaid Queen, by Joseph Coelho
My mother, The Mermaid Queen, wept tiny pearl tears.
For weeks, for months, she cried through the seasons.
High-tide storm-sobbing, would it last for years?
Her sadness felt endless, beyond all reason.
Mermaids cry puddles, lakes and even streams.
My mother’s wailed river flooded our home.
She cried in the night, she cried in my dreams,
no comfort could reach her floating throne.
I swim in her blues with webbed feet and hands,
my mind feels sodden like earth after rain,
my feelings are scattered like windswept sands.
I wonder how long I will feel this pain.
To go feels wrong, to stay makes me feel sad.
I want to see my mum and I want to see my dad.
35. Life Doesn’t Frighten Me, by Maya Angelou
Shadows on the wall
Noises down the hall
Life doesn’t frighten me at all
Bad dogs barking loud
Big ghosts in a cloud
Life doesn’t frighten me at all
Mean old Mother Goose
Lions on the loose
They don’t frighten me at all
Dragons breathing flame
On my counterpane
That doesn’t frighten me at all.
I go boo
Make them shoo
I make fun
Way they run
I won’t cry
So they fly
I just smile
They go wild
Life doesn’t frighten me at all.
Tough guys fight
All alone at night
Life doesn’t frighten me at all.
Panthers in the park
Strangers in the dark
No, they don’t frighten me at all.
That new classroom where
Boys all pull my hair
(Kissy little girls
With their hair in curls)
They don’t frighten me at all.
Don’t show me frogs and snakes
And listen for my scream,
If I’m afraid at all
It’s only in my dreams.
I’ve got a magic charm
That I keep up my sleeve
I can walk the ocean floor
And never have to breathe.
Life doesn’t frighten me at all
Not at all
Not at all.
Life doesn’t frighten me at all.
Why Do We Teach Rhymes To Kindergarten?
Rhymes are beneficial and provide an educational method of learning that is innovative and fun-filled for children. Some of the primary reasons they are a necessary part of the kindergarten curriculum are:
- They play an essential role in language development as children listen attentively and understand and use the desired words.
- Children can differentiate meanings of similar-sounding words, thereby improving their vocabulary and communication skills.
- Through rhymes, they learn various moral lessons and life skills.
- Rhymes keep them engaged and help develop their thinking.
How Do You Teach Rhyming Words To Kindergarten?
Every child has a learning curve when it comes to mastering a skill. However, educators and parents can introduce rhymes in kindergarten. With proper engagement, learning activities, and teaching aids like books, games, and the internet, teaching rhymes have become more accessible. Learning rhymes is a three-fold process in which the children learn to identify the sounds made, differentiate and understand the presence of similar-sounding words, and replicate it by producing rhyming words. Some tips to keep in mind while teaching rhyming words to kindergarten are:
- Try keeping it simple and easy, and start with the familiar nursery rhymes
- Find innovative games and activities to teach similar-sounding words
- Include audio rhyming lessons to develop sharp listening skills
- Teach different vocal sounds
- Lastly, be patient with the children
1. What is a five-line poem?
Five-line poems or stanzas are known as quintain or quintets.
2. What are two-line rhyming stanzas called?
A couplet is a two-line rhyming stanza consisting of two successive lines and the same meter.
Rhyming poems for kids have existed for centuries and are often passed down through generations. They are short, catchy, and fun to recite. As a result, these poems have become an essential part of children’s education. They enable children to pick up the language and impart life lessons. The key is to select age-appropriate rhymes that are easy to learn and find activities that improve their listening skills. In addition, rhyming poems inspire and ignite young minds with a fertile imagination.
- Rhymes are an integral part of children’s language learning.
- They enrich children’s vocabulary.
- Rhymes impart moral values and education.
- They are a great way to introduce literature to children.
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Thornton Aviation extends decades of aircraft service excellence with SmartSky ATG connectivity
Research Triangle NC, April 21, 2022 – SmartSky Networks, the innovative air-to-ground (ATG) inflight connectivity provider, today announced California-based Thornton Aviation as a sales and installation provider for SmartSky’s advanced shipsets at Thornton’s Van Nuys and Burbank, California locations.
With over three decades of excellence in aircraft services, Thornton Aviation will sell and install SmartSky’s connectivity equipment. Thornton’s proven track record of on time and on budget aviation services will bring SmartSky’s dependable, responsive, and secure inflight connectivity to the wide range of corporate and business aircraft currently serviced and managed at Thornton’s FAA Certified facilities.
Vincent Russo, Director of Avionics at Thornton Aviation notes: “With one of the longest operating MROs at one of the busiest general aviation airports, we understand that a customer’s inflight connectivity experience is a top priority. We also know that keeping the operations team and crew connected in real-time will make for an even better flying experience. By adding SmartSky to our portfolio of aviation services, we can ensure that passengers, crew and operations have the internet access and data they need.”
Aria Bahawdory, Director of MRO Account Management for SmartSky Networks added: “Thornton Aviation services and manages a wide range of business aircraft. Their long-standing expertise and broad aircraft knowledge, coupled with available STCs for many of the aircraft they service, will provide their customers with an inflight connectivity solution that meets the needs of cabin, crew, and operators alike.”
SmartSky’s products and services are available through a growing network of installation partners and Value-Added-Resellers (VAR). The three interrelated offerings include SmartSky’s patented, next-generation air-to-ground network, advanced antennas and ABRs, and a transformational digital platform and application-layer, Skytelligence®. Full CONUS network coverage is on track for the end of this quarter and hardware is available now for installation.
SmartSky Networks was founded to transform aviation through disruptive communications technologies, services, and tools. Its innovative air-to-ground network takes advantage of patented spectrum reuse, advanced beamforming technologies and 60 MHz of spectrum for significantly enhanced connectivity. SmartSky Networks uniquely enables an “enterprise in the sky” experience with unmatched capacity for data transmissions both to and from the aircraft. This real-time, very low latency, bidirectional data link makes SmartSky Networks the best inflight user experience, and a key enabler for new and enhanced applications and services. For more information, visit SmartSkyNetworks.com
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SendQuick Pte Ltd proudly announces its win as Bronze Globee® Award winner in the Authentication (Single, Two-Factor, Multi, or Cloud Based) Solution category at the 20th Annual 2024 Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity.
The Globee® Awards, a leading authority in recognizing business excellence globally, has honored SendQuick for outstanding innovation and effectiveness in cybersecurity.
SendQuick Conexa's multi-factor authentication solutions encompass a choice of different authentication methods including FIDO2, eg. passwordless biometric authentication, passkey, push authentication, Yubikey security token, as well as Digital ID (SingPass, Yoti), offering comprehensive protection against evolving cyber threats.
Leveraging cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices, SendQuick empowers organizations to safeguard their networks and data with confidence.
Earning the Bronze Globee® Award for Authentication Solution reaffirms SendQuick's dedication to excellence and leadership in the cybersecurity realm and the company's commitment to delivering top-tier authentication solutions that bolster cybersecurity measures on a global scale.
San Madan, President of Globee Awards, commends the winners: “Congratulations to the 2024 victors for their pivotal role in fortifying our digital world. Your dedication and ingenuity not only contribute to advancing cybersecurity but also inspire the community to strive for excellence. We are honored to celebrate your success.”
"We are thrilled to receive the Bronze Globee® Award for our Authentication Solution at the 20th Annual Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity," said Mr JS Wong, CEO at SendQuick. "This recognition reflects our unwavering dedication to providing advanced multi-factor authentication solutions that help businesses mitigate cyber risks effectively."
The judging panel, comprising more than 580 experts from around the world, highlights the award’s prestige and the exceptional quality of the winners.
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The Naturalist's Corner
The hunter is back
Orion the hunter, one of the most noted and most recognizable constellations in the heavens is once again gaining prominence in the Northern Hemisphere. The hunter begins stalking the eastern skies around 8:30 p.m. and will be with us, though rising later and later, till he slips into the morning sky next April.
Astronomers believe Orion, as we know him, is more than one million years old and will be with us for one to two million years more. Orion’s sword gleams with another one of the night’s treasures.
This bluish dazzle, observable with the naked eye is the Orion nebulae, an interstellar cloud of cosmic gas and dust. A good pair of 10X binoculars and a dark night can provide a pretty impressive look at the Orion nebulae. Jupiter also dances brightly in the November sky. It is the brightest point of light in the southern sky. With binoculars, you will likely be able to pick out one or more of this giant planet’s larger moons.
Binoculars can also help you get a good view of the Seven Sisters. The Seven Sisters or Pleiades is a small dipper-shaped star cluster that will be with us all winter. If you draw an imaginary line through Orion’s belt from the southeast to the northwest it will point to a bright star – Aldebaran, the eye of Taurus the bull. Just beyond Aldebaran are the Pleiades; they mark the bull’s shoulder. The Pleiades, like Orion, will be with us till April, but they are especially prominent in November when they glow from dusk till dawn.
While this cluster is known as the Seven Sisters, most people will only make out six stars in the dipper, with the unaided eye. Many more stars will come into focus through binoculars. There are more than 100 stars in this cluster. Astronomers believe all the stars in the Pleiades cluster originated from the same cloud of dust and gas more than 100 million years ago.
The Pleiades are out there. The gravitational-bound cluster is more than 430 light-years from Earth. They blaze through the firmament at 25 miles per second.
Another open cluster of stars prominent in the November sky is the Hyades Star Cluster. If you find Aldebaran, you’ve found the Hyades, even though Aldebaran is actually not part of the cluster. It is actually in front of, or nearer to the Earth, than the Hyades. There are about 200 stars in the Hyades cluster. About a dozen are visible to the naked eye, and they mark the head of Taurus.
If you’re reading this on Wednesday, Nov. 25, grab your binoculars and get outside before the waxing moon becomes full on December 1 and puts a golden damper on searching for night objects.
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Oct 12, 2013; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Anthony Zettel (98) during the second quarter against the Michigan Wolverines at Beaver Stadium. Penn State defeated Michigan 43-40 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O
Boston College vs. Penn State: 5 Big Questions — #1
Q: And now for the biggest question of all: Does Boston College find a way to rush to victory, or does Penn State’s defense clamp down for a Pinstripe Bowl win?
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BL: This one seems like a very difficult one to predict. The Penn State offense really had trouble scoring this year, but was bailed out continually by the defense. I do think that the extra practices will be huge for the offense. Boston College was good against the run this year, and Penn State couldn’t run. That means I’m not expecting much out of the running game.
The key for Penn State in this one clearly has to be Christian Hackenberg. He still has a lot of talent, it just hasn’t shown through this year. If he gets time to throw the ball I think he’ll be able to take advantage of the Boston College secondary However, that won’t be easy, as the front seven of Boston College could dominate the Penn State offensive line.
I do see Penn State catching some breaks and putting some points on the board, even if some of the scores are field goals by Sam Ficken.
On the defensive side of the ball, Penn State was the best against the run this year. Sure, I know Boston College can run the ball, but I don’t think it will happen against this defense. The Eagles could get some yards, but Penn State clamps down near the red zone.
I have a feeling this will be a bit of an ugly, low-scoring game. I expect a defensive struggle, with it all coming down to who catches the most breaks. Something like 7-3 seems likely at halftime. In the end, I’m taking the Nittany Lions 17-10 in a very competitive contest.
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Alcoholic Seizure: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Thereby, we attempted to increase subjects’ receptivity to the questions and avoid patients answering the questions in a more socially acceptable way. In several test-interviews, patients were intimidated when being asked about nicotine, alcohol, and illicit drug intake in front of their companions. Therefore, all interviews were held in a separate study room where only the interviewer and the patient were present.
Doctors or family and friends can provide early intervention, which can help you avoid alcohol-related neurologic disease. Completely avoiding alcohol and eating a balanced diet can help minimize damage. Your chances for recovery depend on how early the disease is diagnosed and how much damage has already occurred. Researchers have not determined if this is caused by the effects of alcohol on the brain or is the result of thiamine deficiency.
- Your chances for recovery depend on how early the disease is diagnosed and how much damage has already occurred.
- Experiencing this kind of seizure can make you hurt yourself by biting your tongue or hitting your head.
- However, there have been reports that the risk of seizure increases in an alcohol-dependent person who misuses a sedative and takes nonsedative AEDs.
- In a 2019 study, researchers showed that quitting alcohol had a positive effect on most people’s mental well-being.
- Find in-depth information on anti-seizure medications so you know what to ask your doctor.
Fifteen out of 95 (15.8%) alcohol-experienced but now abstinent subjects had experienced alcohol-related seizures in the past. In that group, the mean amount of alcohol intake prior to the seizures was 10.9 standard drinks. All of these patients stated that they had stopped alcohol consumption because of the experience of alcohol-related seizures. Human and animal data have shown that acute alcohol intake has a biphasic effect on the central nervous system (CNS). Initially, the inhibitory gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)-ergic effect of alcohol exerts CNS depressant and anticonvulsant properties (4, 5). In the post-alcohol state, however, when alcohol blood levels decline, neuronal excitability is increased which may facilitate the occurrence of seizures in patients with epilepsy (6, 7).
Alcohol-related seizures can happen when people are acutely intoxicated. It can also occur when an alcoholic suddenly stops drinking and experiences alcohol withdrawal. Alcohol-related neurologic disease refers to a range of conditions caused by alcohol intake that affect the nerves and nervous system. Neurologic disorders can include fetal alcohol syndrome, dementia, and alcoholic neuropathy. Another one of the big reasons people with epilepsy are warned not to consume alcohol is that many of the anti-seizure and anti-epileptic drugs that treat epilepsy do not mix well with alcohol.
Apart from this, there is little research on the occurrence of alcohol-related seizures in patients with epilepsy. A double-blinded, randomized, interventional study on 52 subjects with epilepsy demonstrated that a social alcohol intake over a 4-month-period did not increase seizure frequencies (2). In another interventional study on 14 patients with epilepsy and 10 healthy controls, acute moderate alcohol consumption initially suppressed epileptiform EEG-activity.
Symptoms are generally mild during the first 12–24 hours of withdrawal but increase in intensity around the third day without alcohol. Alcohol withdrawal seizures can occur within a few hours or up to 72 hours after stopping drinking. Alcohol consumption usually represents a taboo in the doctor-patient relationship and questions on the smoking status are answered more easily.
How can alcohol-related neurologic disease be prevented?
An alcohol withdrawal seizure may feel like a loss of consciousness which you are slow to wake up from. If you are conscious during an alcohol withdrawal seizure, you may experience repetitive, uncontrolled movements of part or all of your body. Prior to the seizure, you may also experience an “aura,” consisting of an unusual visual change, smell, taste, or sound caused by abnormal brain activity.
Withdrawal seizures can begin within just a few hours after stopping drinking, or they can take up to 72 hours to start. Withdrawal is something that happens when your body has become dependent on the presence of drugs or alcohol. If you are dependent on alcohol, it’s important to participate in a medically-supervised detox program, which can help alleviate the risks of the situation. Second, as patients were interviewed retrospectively on the occurrence of alcohol-related seizures, we were not able to provide data on AED drug levels after the acute manifestation of these seizures.
Alcohol acts by stimulating receptors in your brain that cause brain activity to be suppressed. Alcohol itself does not normally cause seizures, but during withdrawal, when the suppressive activity of alcohol is removed, your brain will be more susceptible to seizures than it normally would. There are some specific considerations that may affect your risk of seizures when using alcohol. According to older research, alcohol consumption may have a causal relationship with seizures, and people who drink 200 g or more of alcohol daily may have up to a 20-fold increase in seizure risk. Heavy, long-term alcohol use and withdrawal from alcohol can lead to seizures. Alcohol can also trigger seizures if you have epilepsy and often interacts poorly with anti-seizure medications.
Drinking alcohol in small amounts generally does not trigger seizures, but seizures can result from alcohol withdrawal. Finally, the present study population was exclusively recruited at a tertiary care epilepsy center where usually patients with more severe variants of the disease are treated. This indicates a potential selection bias and our results may not be generalized to all epilepsy patients without restrictions. Independent predictors for the occurrence of alcohol-related seizures within the last 12 months in patients with epilepsy. Doctors and pharmacists are always warning people with epilepsy about alcohol.
Excessive Alcohol Consumption (Alcohol Poisoning)
Although these are general guidelines, your tolerance or consumption recommendation can vary based on your overall health, size, and medical condition. Below is a collection of FAQs based on what we do know about this subject. Find in-depth information on anti-seizure medications so you know what to ask your doctor. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, seizures by themselves typically are not fatal.
According to the Epilepsy Foundation, some studies have linked chronic alcohol misuse to the development of epilepsy. This article looks at the connection between alcohol, seizures, and epilepsy, as well as treatment options and support. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to life-threatening conditions, such as seizures. An alcohol-related seizure may result in your inability to control your actions, which could be dangerous. Excessive consumption of alcohol causes alcohol-related neurologic disease.
However, they may cause people to fall and sustain potentially serious injuries, such as head injuries. Experiencing this kind of seizure can make you hurt yourself by biting your tongue or hitting your head. Some tests can be performed by a doctor to rule out other causes of neurologic symptoms.
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Hannover – Werder Bremen
Hannover 96 hosts Werder Bremen in a first game from the 29th round of the German Bundesliga. We will examine this game and offer you our winning soccer predictions for it.
This is a match between two teams who perform in a mediocre way this season. Hannover 96 are 13th in the Bundesliga with 32 points, while Werder Bremen are 12th with 36. There ain’t a huge difference between these two sides, so we shall expect a competitive game in the city of Hannover.
Hannover 96 have a record of 8 wins, 8 draws and 12 defeats since the beginning of the campaign. In their last five games they are in a terrible run, conceding five consecutive losses. Right now Hannover are the team in the worst shape in the whole Bundesliga.
In their last match Hannover 96 suffered a 2-3 defeat against RB Leipzig at home. Before this they were beaten by Borussia Dortmund, Augsburg, Eintracht Frankfurt and Borussia M’gladbach.
Werder Bremen on the other hand have a record of 9 wins, 9 draws and 10 defeats. In their last five games Werder are doing much better than their next opponent – four wins and one draw.
Based on current form, Werder Bremen are the huge favourite here. In the last month they are playing very good and they are unbeaten. Hannover on the other hand just can’t stop losing.
The good news for Hannover is that they are 6 points above the 16th Mainz 05 and the relegation playoff zone, so they still have time to get back on their feet. But if they continue in this way, they might have serious problems.
These are our winning soccer predictions for the Bundesliga clash between Hannover 96 and Werder Bremen. Werder are favourites here, but have in mind that they are playing away from home.
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- Elementary K-5 teacher for more than 14 years
- Adjunct professor at Randolph Macon College for 14 years
- Adjunct professor at VCU for 14 years before joining full-time
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- Book chapter in “The Mathematics Specialist Handbook,” published by NCTM in 2014
- Book review of “It’s Elementary: A Parent’s Guide to K-5 Mathematics,” by Whitenack, Cavey and Henney in 2015
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Affordable Homeownership Strategies for Gen Z
The idea of owning a home has always been a big part of the American Dream. It's a symbol of stability, independence, and having a place to truly call your own. But for Gen Z, the "Zoomers" born between 1997 and 2012, making that dream a reality can feel like quite the challenge today with higher mortgage rates and rising home prices.
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Explore Down Payment Assistance Options
With prices rising all around you, it can be hard to save up for a home. If you've been struggling to stash away enough cash for that down payment, it’s worth it to look into the various down payment assistance programs available. These programs can really help you save big on the upfront costs of buying a home.
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Consider Living with Relatives To Save
If you still need a bit more time to save, even with the down payment assistance programs out there, there are ways you can make that happen. Many savvy Zoomers have made a strategic choice to live with relatives so they can get to their savings goals even faster.
According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), around 30% of Gen Z homebuyers transition directly from their relative’s home to a home of their own.
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If not, you may need to replace the wire. Another possibility is that the speaker itself is damaged. In this case, you’ll need to buy a new speaker and install it yourself or take it to a mechanic.
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How To Fix Car Speakers Crackling (Easy Methods)
What Causes Car Speakers to Crackle?
If you’re experiencing crackling sounds coming from your car speakers, there are a few potential causes. In some cases, the problem may be with the speakers themselves. However, it’s also possible that the issue is with your car stereo system or even the wiring in your vehicle.
One common cause of crackling sounds from car speakers is simply dirt and debris build-up on the speaker cones. Over time, small particles can accumulate on the surface of the cone, causing interference when sound waves try to pass through. The easiest way to clean your speaker cones is just to use a soft cloth dampened with water or mild soap.
Gently wipe down the surface of each speaker cone until they’re clean. Another potential cause of crackling sounds is damaged or corroded speaker wire connections. If your speaker wires have any bare spots or frayed edges, this could be causing interference in the signal and resulting in crackling sounds.
Inspect your speaker wires and look for any signs of damage. If you find any, simply cut away the damaged portion and reconnect the wire ends using electrical tape or solder. Finally, if neither of these solutions solves your problem, it’s possible that there’s an issue with your car stereo system itself.
In some cases, a dirty or loose ground connection can cause static and crackling noises from your speakers. To fix this problem, locate where your stereo’s ground wire connects to metal parts of your vehicle (usually underneath where the dash meets the firewall). Then disconnect and reconnect this ground wire to ensure that it has a tight fit.
How Do You Fix a Crackling Speaker?
If your speaker is crackling, there are a few things you can do to try and fix it. First, check to make sure that the speaker is properly plugged in. If it is, then try cleaning the speaker’s connections.
If that doesn’t work, you may need to replace the speaker itself.
Why Do My Car Speakers Sound Scratchy?
If your car speakers are sounding scratchy, there are a few possible explanations. One possibility is that the speaker itself is damaged and needs to be replaced. Another possibility is that the connections between the speaker and the amplifier are loose or corroded, causing static and crackling noises.
Finally, it’s also possible that the amplifier itself is malfunctioning and causing distorted sound. If you’re troubleshooting your car audio system, start by checking the connections between the speakers and amplifier. Make sure all of the wires are securely connected and free of corrosion.
If everything looks good there, then move on to testing the speakers themselves. If they still sound scratchy, it’s likely that they need to be replaced. However, if only one speaker is sounding bad, it could be an issue with that particular speaker’s connection to the amp rather than a problem with the speaker itself.
If you’ve ruled out all other possibilities but your car stereo still sounds distorted or crackly, there’s a good chance that the amplifier is to blame. You may need to have it serviced or replaced in order to get rid of the static noise for good.
How Do You Fix Rattly Car Speakers?
If you’re hearing a rattling noise coming from your car speakers, there are a few things that could be causing it. The most common cause is simply a loose speaker wire. Check to see if any of your speaker wires are loose and tightened them if necessary.
Another possible cause is a damaged or blown speaker. If you suspect this is the case, take your car to a professional to have it checked out. Finally, if your car’s stereo system is turned up too loud, it can cause the speakers to rattle.
Try turning down the volume and see if that solves the problem.
How Do You Fix Distorted Car Speakers?
If you’re experiencing distorted car speakers, there are a few things you can do to try and fix the issue. First, check to make sure that your speaker wires are properly connected to your speakers. If they’re not, then this could be causing the distortion.
Also, check to see if your car’s audio system is turned up too loud. If it is, turn it down a bit and see if that helps clear up the distortion. If neither of these solutions work, then you may need to replace your car speakers.
Why is My Car Speaker Making a Crackling Sound
If your car speaker is making a crackling sound, it’s likely due to a problem with the speaker itself. However, there are a few other potential causes to consider as well.
One possibility is that the speaker’s wire is damaged.
If this is the case, you’ll need to replace the wire. Another possibility is that the speaker’s cone is damaged. This can happen if the speaker gets too hot or if it’s been hit by something.
If the cone is damaged, you’ll need to replace the speaker. Another potential cause of a crackling sound from a car speaker is dirt or debris in the speaker’s grill. If this is the case, you can try cleaning out the grill with a vacuum cleaner attachment or compressed air.
Finally, if your car has an aftermarket stereo system, it’s possible that one of the components (amplifier, head unit, etc.) isn’t compatible with your speakers and is causing interference. In this case, you may need to replace some of your stereo components in order to get rid of the crackling sound.
How to Fix Speaker Crackling Sound
If you’re experiencing speaker crackling sound, there are a few things you can do to fix it. First, check to see if the issue is with your audio source by plugging your speakers into another device. If the crackling sound persists, try adjusting the audio settings on your device or in your speaker’s control panel.
If that doesn’t work, try changing the cables connecting your speakers to your audio source. Finally, if none of these solutions work, you may need to contact a professional for help.
Car Speakers Crackle When Bass Hits
If you’re a car audio enthusiast, then you know that one of the most important components of a great sound system is the speakers. But even the best speakers can have problems, and one of the most frustrating is when they crackle when bass hits.
There are a few possible causes for this problem.
One is that your speaker’s cone is damaged or has come loose. This can happen if you play your music too loud, or if your speaker was damaged in some other way. Another possibility is that your amplifier is clipping.
This means that it’s being overloaded and sending out distorted signals to your speakers. This can be caused by playing your music too loud, or by having an amplifier that’s not powerful enough for your speakers. Finally, it’s also possible that there’s something wrong with your car’s electrical system.
If you suspect this, it’s best to take your car to a mechanic or stereo shop and have them check it out. In most cases, cracked speakers can be fixed fairly easily. But if they’re severe enough, you may need to replace them entirely.
So if you’re having this problem, don’t despair – there are solutions!
If you’re experiencing crackling from your car speakers, there are a few things you can try to fix the issue. First, check all of the connections to make sure they’re tight and secure. Next, clean any dirt or debris that may be causing interference.
If the problem persists, try replacing the speaker wire. Finally, if all else fails, you may need to replace the speakers themselves. With a little troubleshooting, you should be able to get your car speakers working properly again in no time!
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Pharmaceutical company Pfizer have reached a major milestone in producing a vaccine that, according to preliminary trials, is 90% effective.
The company described it as a “great day for science and humanity”.
Pfizer, who were working with another company, BioNTech, plan on filing for emergency approval by the end of November, leading to some hope that there could finally be light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel.
The vaccine has been tested on 43,500 people across six countries and no safety concerns have been raised at this stage.
Whilst there are around 10 vaccines currently in the final stages of development, this is the first one that has been proven to show positive results.
The stage of the trial, known as phase three, is vital in ensuring that the vaccine would be safe for the public, with the breakthrough following reports that there was a small chance of there being a vaccine by the end of the year.
The vaccine works by taking part of the Covid-19 virus’ gene code and injecting it into the body, allowing the body to produce antibodies and become immune to the disease.
According to reports on the previous trials, this vaccine trains the body to produce the antibodies and the T-cells that the body needs in order to fight against a coronavirus infection.
Pfizer are hopeful that they can start to supply the vaccine this year, with upwards of 50 million doses available by the end of the year and potentially upwards of 1 billion throughout 2021.
The major concern at this stage is that after beating the virus, the body tends to lose the antibodies needed to fight it very quickly, meaning that immunity doesn’t last long. There are concerns over how long coronavirus immunity would last following receipt of the vaccine.
The company are expected to bring their trial to regulators in around two weeks time, suggesting that there is still a possibility that people could start receiving the vaccine as early as December.
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Can you believe it? We’ve made it through an entire year. And to celebrate, the Classics gang takes a break from comic coverage to take a look through the DeLorean’s rearview mirror at how the show began. But after a few minutes of that, it’s time to break out your DVD players as we watch Spider-Man (2002) with an in-film movie commentary. Hope you enjoy, and we’ll be back with regular comic coverage next episode!
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The size of the regulation college football field.
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Jason Gillespie Identifies "Biggest Bowling Concern" For England In Ashes
Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie on Sunday pointed out the mistake England made in their team selection for the first Ashes Test. Gillespie said that the "biggest concern" for the visitors is not their fast bowling but it's the spin department.
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- Updated: December 12, 2021 01:54 PM IST
- Australia beat England by 9 wickets to go 1-0 up in 5-match Ashes series
- England ignored Anderson, and Broad for the first Ashes Test
- Jack Leach picked just one wicket and his economy was 7.8 in 1st Test
Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie on Sunday pointed out the mistake England made in their team selection for the first Ashes Test. Gillespie said that the "biggest concern" for the visitors is not their fast bowling but it's the spin department. England had included Jack Leach in the Brisbane Test and left out veteran pacer Stuart Broad and James Anderson from the playing XI for the opening Test. The decision backfired for the Joe Root-led side as the left-arm spinner picked just one wicket and gave away 102 in 13 overs at an economy rate of 7.8. Australia went on to win the first match of the five-match series by 9 wickets to go 1-0 up in the series.
Gillespie said that the home team will always take on finger spinners as the pitches in Australia don't offer much spin.
"The biggest bowling concern for Joe Root is not in the seam department. It's what they're going to do with regards to spin. Australians always have and always will take on finger spin because it doesn't offer a hell of a lot. The policy is to go hard at it," Gillespie wrote in his column for dailymail.co.uk.
"You didn't have to be Einstein to see that Jack Leach would be lined up to be pummeled. He's not a big turner of the ball, the Gabba doesn't have huge straight boundaries, so of course, the Australians were looking to belt him, he added.
The 46-year-old said he couldn't understand why England had not picked any wrist-spinner in their squad for the Ashes series.
He also stated that if off-spinner Dom Bess is included in England playing XI for the second Test, then the 24-year-old would get the same treatment as Jack Leach from the Aussie batters.
"If Dom Bess comes in, he can expect the same treatment. I can't comprehend why wrist-spinner Mason Crane wasn't picked for Australian conditions," wrote Gillespie.
Gillespie also lauded Australia spinner Nathan Lyon who crossed 400 Test wickets milestone in the Gabba Test after picking four wickets in the second innings.
"As a finger spinner, Nathan Lyon is an outlier. He is one of the greats of the game as a 400-wicket bowler, but even then, they only come around every 67 balls," added Gillespie.
The second Test is a day-night fixture that will be played at Adelaide Oval from December 16 to 20.
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Talismanic England all-rounder Ben Stokes and paceman Chris Woakes will miss the remainder of the One Day International series with Australia the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced Monday.
Stokes' hamstring injury -- which he suffered in the lead-up to the second Test with Pakistan -- the ECB says is progressing well and is hopeful the 27-year-old will be fit for the T20 series with India next month.
England leads the five game series with Australia 2-0 with three matches remaining.
“He can bat fully and is now able to run at 90 percent capacity,” read a statement from the ECB.
“He will commence his return to bowling programme this week.
“The plan is for Ben to continue his rehabilitation programme with the England squad during the 4th and 5th ODIs (against Australia on Thursday and Sunday) at Riverside and Old Trafford.”
Woakes, 29, injured a thigh muscle during the second Test with Pakistan at the beginning of June which the ECB says “was at least in part due to a flare-up of a chronic right knee problem”.
Aside from missing the ODI series with Australia he'll also miss the lone Twenty20 international against Australia at Edgbaston, on June 27 and the three T20s at home to India in July.
“He (Woakes) has had an injection for the knee issue last Monday and will now undertake a rehabilitation and conditioning programme to address both injuries,” read the ECB statement.
“A date for return cannot be specified at this stage, but he will not be available before the India ODI series.”
The three-match one-day series against India starts at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, on July 12.
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The end of the cold war in 1990s necessitated nations which were hitherto autocratic to adopt liberal democracy. Since then democracy has continued to gain ground. Democracy as the game in town cannot be without election. Therefore, as democracy progressed election also progressed. In Nigeria, democracy has been sustained since the return to democracy in 1999. Although, there cannot be a democracy without election yet effective election cannot be without a coordinated Election Management Body (EMB). Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) since 1999 has played a prominent role at ensuring the effective administration of elections in Nigeria. Sixteen years into the fourth republic, INEC has conducted five successful elections. In fact, the 2015 general elections have been adjudged by international observers as the best election so far in Africa. This is because of the marshaling of new technology and innovations put in place by INEC to improve the electioneering process in Nigeria. This paper explored the 2015 general elections and the role of INEC in its successful outcome. The paper contends that with effective management and further innovations, INEC will become one of the EMBs to be reckoned with not only Africa but globally
- Background of the study
Since the return to democratic dispensation in 1999, Nigeria and Nigerians have been yearning for democratic consolidation. Although she has successfully transited from Military despotism to democracy and from one democratic dispensation to another at least five times- 1999-2003, 2003-007, 2007-2011 and 2011-2015 yet the country still yearns for democratic consolidation. Having repeated elections does not imply that democracy has been consolidated as there are varieties of democracy. It is against this understanding that Huntington (1998) argued that democracy could be said to have been consolidated when a group that wins power at the period of transition loses a subsequent election and to turns over to another election winner and the same reoccurs at another time too. Although, the idea of “two turnover” test has not been attained in the history of Nigeria, however the 2015 general election was a milestone in the history of elections in Nigeria. The 2015 general elections have ushered Nigeria into the era of “first turnover” towards democratic consolidation having successfully achieved turnover power from a party that had held on to power for sixteen years of Nigeria’s fourth republic to an opposition party at the national level. At independence in 1960, Northern People’s Congress (NPC) in coalition with National Council of Nigeria and Cameroon (NCNC) later metamorphosed to National Council of Nigeria Citizens formed a national government. The first election at independence in Nigeria was fraught with massive fraud. This led to widespread violence in the polity. The violence which this election orchestrated was one of the factors which paved the way for the first military incursion in the body politics of Nigeria. The counter coup which culminated in elite fragmentation in the rank and files of the Nigerian Military on the one hand and among the post-independence nationalist threw the country into almost three years of civil war. The year 1979 provided another opportunity of democratic presence when the National party of Nigeria (NPN) won election which was keenly contested by five political parties thereby putting an end to military rule and ushering Nigeria to her second republic. This republic was however short-lived as the military struck again in December 1983 thereby truncating the second republic. It is plausible to argue that most of these elections failed because of lack of confidence in the body which facilitated the elections. The electoral umpires in all these elections have always been accused of been biased and partisan always in favour of the ruling party. From 1983, it was from one military dictator to another up to 1999. However in between the country witnessed what political experts had referred to as “transition without end”. The military continued in power through the instrumentality of long transition programmes till 1999. Although, in between there was diarchy and Interim National Government (ING), but all these are antithetical to liberal democracy. Even the much celebrated June 12, 1993 Presidential election which was adjudged the best in the country then was annulled by the military high command. Although, the 1993 Presidential election was annulled, the process that led to the great feat achieved then became a building block for the subsequent Election Management Bodies in Nigeria. The annulment of the June 12 1993 Presidential election increased the political consciousness of the Nigerian electorates and general resentment to continuous military rule in Nigeria. Similarly, Civil Society Groups and Trade Unions of all sorts in the country continued to sensitize the general public against continued military rule. This agitation was galvanized by global resentment towards military rule with a popular slogan “the worst civilian government is better than the best military rule.” By 1999, power was again relinquished to a democratically elected government with Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) pioneering election since then. Free, fair and acceptable election as a fundamental element in democratic consolidation is not an end in itself. Therefore for election to be free, fair and acceptable there is need for an unbiased umpire. Hence Joseph Stalin posit “those who cast the votes decide nothing; those who count the votes decide everything.” It is only when the right people are in place in a right institutional framework that democracy could be said to be consolidated or on the process of consolidation
- STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
INEC since 1999 has been managing election in Nigeria, however, the 2015 general elections was very unique in the anal of Nigeria’s electoral cycle for several reasons. It was in 2015 that the super powers had predicted that Nigeria will divide along different ethnic nationalities thereby marking the end of the Nigerian State. This election also was the first time that there was power turnover at the national level since independence. It was the first time an incumbent would concede defeat without resorting to litigation or people resorting to violence. It is against this background that this research takes a critical look at the role of INEC in electoral process.
- OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY
The main objective of this study is to ascertain the role of INEC in electoral process in Nigeria. However, to aid the completion of this study the researcher intend to achieve the following objective;
- To ascertain the role of INEC in electoral process in Nigeria
- To evaluate the relationship between INEC and credibility of electoral process
- To ascertain the impact of INEC in sustaining democracy in Nigeria
- To ascertain the effectiveness of INEC strategy on the credibility of 2015 election in Nigeria
- RESEARCH HYPOTHESES
The following hypotheses were formulated by the researcher to aid the completion of the study;
H0: INEC does not have any significant role in electioneering process in Nigeria
H1: INEC do have a significant role in the electioneering process in Nigeria.
H0: there is no significant relationship between INEC and the credibility of the electoral process in Nigeria
H2: there is a significant relationship between INEC and the credibility of the electoral process in Nigeria.
- SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
It is believed that at the completion of the study, the findings will be beneficial to the electoral commission (INEC) in their bid to conduct an itch free election, the study will also be of great benefit to the political parties who are the major players in the electoral process.
The study will also be of great benefit to the electorate in educating them on the nemesis of election violence. Finally the findings of this study will also be immense benefit to government, academia, scholars, researchers and the general public.
- SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF THE STUDY
The scope of the study covers appraisal of the role of INEC in electoral process in Nigeria with emphasis on the 2015 general election. However, in the cause of the study, the researcher encountered some constrain which limited the scope of the study;
- a) AVAILABILITY OF RESEARCH MATERIAL: The research material available to the researcher is insufficient, thereby limiting the study.
- b) TIME: The time frame allocated to the study does not enhance wider coverage as the researcher has to combine other academic activities and examinations with the study.
- c) FINANCE: The finance available for the research work does not allow for wider coverage as resources are very limited as the researcher has other academic bills to cover.
1.7 DEFINITION OF TERMS
- a) ELECTION: Election is a formal decision- making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office. It has also been described as a celebration of democracy whereby the electorates are given the opportunity to elect leaders who will take charge of governance within a given period of time. Indeed, because it is a process and not an event, election management bodies worldwide deploy human and material resources in a bid to enhance free, fair and credible process; this, perhaps, underscores why the electoral cycle stipulates pre-election, election and post- election activities.
- b) NORMINATION: Nomination is part of the process of selecting a candidate for either election to an office by a political party, or the bestowing of an honor or award. This person is called a “nominee”, though nominee often is used interchangeably with “candidate”. Presumptive nominee is a term used when a person or organization believes that the nomination is inevitable or likely. The act of being a candidate in a race for either a party nomination or for electoral office is called a “candidacy. Presumptive candidate may be used to describe someone who is predicted to be a formal candidate.
- c) POLITICAL PARTY: A political party is a group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government. The party agrees on some proposed policies and programmes, with a view to promoting the collective good or furthering their supporters' interests. While there is some international commonality in the way political parties are recognized, and in how they operate, there are often many differences, and some are significant. Many political parties have an ideological core, but some do not, and many represent very different ideologies than they did when first founded. In democracies, political parties are elected by the electorate to run a government. Many countries have numerous powerful political parties, such as Germany and India and some nations have one-party systems, such as China and Cuba. The United States is in practice a two-party system, with many smaller parties participating. Its two most powerful parties are the Democratic Party and the Republican Party
1.8 ORGANIZATION OF THE STUDY
This research work is organized in five chapters, for easy understanding, as follows. Chapter one is concern with the introduction, which consist of the (background of the study), statement of the problem, objectives of the study, research questions, research hypotheses, significance of the study, scope of the study etc. Chapter two being the review of the related literature presents the theoretical framework, conceptual framework and other areas concerning the subject matter. Chapter three is a research methodology covers deals on the research design and methods adopted in the study. Chapter four concentrate on the data collection and analysis and presentation of finding. Chapter five gives summary, conclusion, and recommendations made of the study.
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Hollee Alexander is National Potato Council’s ‘master sergeant’
If John Keeling has been the National Potato Council’s face and voice for the past 17 years, Hollee Alexander has been its backbone.
Alexander, whose official title is senior director, program and events, started with the NPC just two months after Keeling did back in 2002. She has been instrumental in the organization’s evolution, including spearheading the creation of Potato Expo 11 years ago.
Alexander’s primary responsibilities include planning and executing the NPC-coordinated events and education, such as Potato Expo, the D.C. Potato Fly-In, Potato Industry Leadership Institute and summer meeting.
“We have our policy team with John and Kam (Quarles) that are out there, doing all the issue-based work, advocacy and lobbying,” Alexander said. “I work to help communicate to the growers on what issues they’re working on their behalf.”
Alexander is recognizable to most people within potato industry because they’ve met her at one event or another, but most days she’s at NPC’s Washington, D.C. office, handling the nuts and bolts.
A ‘master sergeant’
Quarles, who will succeed Keeling as the CEO of the National Potato Council this summer, has been a co-worker of Alexander since officially joining the organization in 2016. As a longtime agricultural lobbyist who often advocated on the NPC’s behalf, Quarles has known Alexander far longer than that, however.
“Hollee is the consummate master sergeant, and I hope she takes that as a compliment,” Quarles said. “She has all the details down. She knows exactly how to execute plans. I love the creativity she brings to Expo and all the meetings we have. She brainstorms new ideas, and the best part is she knows how to carry them out very effectively. That’s sort of a rare combination.”
Eleven years ago, the council wanted to combine numerous topical meetings held throughout the year (e.g. chip summit, seed summit) into one event that would bring the whole industry together. What resulted was Potato Expo, which is at the forefront of Alexander’s responsibilities. At the start, the NPC expected 500 attendees, but got 800 at the first show. Now, 2,000 people attend each year.
“She is the nerve center of the Expo,” Keeling said. “She’s had the benefit of being able to grow it and have the skills to grow it. It runs more smoothly than when we started. She’s always looking at new things that can be done. You can’t rest on your laurels, and she’s well aware of that.”
Alexander said she’s driven by providing value to the industry. “There is a tremendous amount of planning and prework that goes into it,” she said, “but when you’re on site and you see the entire industry coming together, making connections, talking about potatoes and growing their businesses, you see there is a great value and benefit.”
Alexander, nee Stubblebine, grew up in a military family that moved around a lot early in her life. She was born in the Netherlands, hence she was named Hollee, short for Holland.
By the time Alexander was in elementary school, the family settled in Virginia. She grew up there and went to Old Dominion University in Norfolk, where she earned a degree in political science, although she had little idea what she was going to do with it.
“I did not have a well-played plan, no,” she said, with a laugh. “When I started out in my career, I started working for an association and found that I really liked working with the membership. I moved on into the food industry for a grocery retailers. From that, I grew into the role with the NPC.”
Other than about a year-and-a-half stint in California, she’s spent her adult life in the greater Washington, D.C. area.
Alexander said she enjoys the D.C. area, but she and husband, Andy, strive to get their two daughters — Rylee, 11, and Finley, 8 — out of the city and outdoors. They especially enjoy biking and recently took a trip to Kiawah Island near Charleston, South Carolina.
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What is a Circuit
Electricity is a form of energy that is generated by the movement of charged particles called electrons. This flow of electrons can be used to power our electrical devices and forms a circuit.
Circuits allow the electricity to travel to all of your electronics. A circuit conducts electricity from a power source to the object that’s using the electricity to perform a function - we call these objects loads. Loads can be simple devices like light bulbs or complex like TVs.
In the example to the left, batteries provide power to the circuit. Electrons are flowing in a loop from the battery holder, through the LED light, and back to the battery holder. You can see the electron’s path indicated by the yellow arrows.
‘Circuit’ sort of sounds like ‘Circle’ and that can be helpful to remember as we move forward. To be a completed circuit, the electrons must be able to flow in a circle!
Creating a Simple Circuit
1) Gather materials. You will need a battery holder, a LED, and conductive dough (not white dough). Make sure you’ve added 4 AA batteries into your battery holder.
2) Begin by rolling out two pieces of conductive dough . Make sure the dough pieces are not touching. Then, separate the terminals of the LED and insert it into both pieces of dough, bridging the gap between the two dough pieces. Notice that there is a longer and shorter leg on the LED.
3) Insert the red wire from the battery holder into the piece of dough that also has the longer LED terminal. Insert the black wire from the battery holder with the piece of dough that also has the shorter LED terminal.
Turn the battery holder on and watch the LED light up!
We have completed our circuit! Electrons are flowing from the battery holder, into the dough, through the LED, back into the other dough piece, and finally back to the battery holder. A circuit circle!
This basic circuit will be repeated on every Squishy Circuit, but the size and colors of the dough will change depending on what we are making.
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Sports analysis has evolved from a subjective discussion around a water cooler to a sophisticated blend of art and science. As technology continues to advance, so does our ability to dissect and understand every nuance of athletic performance. In this article, we delve into the world of sports analysis, exploring the methods, tools, and insights that are shaping the way we perceive and appreciate the games we love.
The Rise of Data Analytics:
Gone are the days when sports analysis relied solely on the eyes and instincts of seasoned pundits. Today, data analytics plays a pivotal role in deciphering the complexities of sports performance. From player statistics to team dynamics, every aspect 먹튀사이트 주소 is scrutinized through the lens of data. Advanced metrics and algorithms help uncover patterns and trends that might escape the naked eye, providing teams with a competitive edge.
Player Tracking Technology:
One of the most revolutionary advancements in sports analysis is player tracking technology. GPS sensors, accelerometers, and other high-tech devices are embedded in athletes’ equipment, capturing real-time data on their movements, speed, and even heart rate. This wealth of information allows analysts to create detailed performance profiles, identify strengths and weaknesses, and devise strategies that exploit the opposition’s vulnerabilities.
Video Analysis and Tactical Insights:
Video analysis has long been a staple in sports, but modern technology has taken it to new heights. High-speed cameras, augmented reality, and computer vision enable analysts to break down plays frame by frame. Coaches can study player positioning, ball trajectories, and strategic decisions with unprecedented precision. This level of detail provides invaluable insights for fine-tuning game plans and making strategic adjustments on the fly.
The Human Element:
Despite the influx of technology, sports analysis remains an art as much as a science. The human element, with all its intangibles like teamwork, leadership, and mental resilience, cannot be fully captured by data alone. Analysts must strike a delicate balance, marrying the quantitative with the qualitative to grasp the holistic picture of athletic performance.
In conclusion, the world of sports analysis is a dynamic fusion of technology and human expertise. As we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, our understanding and appreciation of sports will undoubtedly deepen, making each game not just a physical spectacle but a canvas upon which the intricate details of athleticism are painted.
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I see the question asked a lot. Should I get a UV filter to prevent my (expensive) lens from being damaged should something bad happen? Or “the salesperson told me I’d get better photos if I used a UV filter.”
In a nutshell my answers are no and wrong. The thinking that a $25, $50 or $150 piece of glass in front of a $1,000 lens is going to somehow protect the lens element from harm seems a bit absurd except in a very few scenarios which I’ll address in a moment. Moreover, to assume that a thousand dollar lens’ image quality will be improved by a filter is unlikely.
Here are some of the arguments for NOT using a filter (clear, UV or any other for that matter).
- A filter creates another surface that may cause additional flare, glare or reflection.
- For all but the most perfectly polished and coated filters, optical degradation is certain with a filter.
- Filters can introduce color casts and vignetting.
- Putting a thinner shatterable piece of glass in front of a lens provides a source of sharp shards with which to to scratch the front lens element.
- Those who leave a filter on all the time often find their protection becomes unremovable preventing them from using a more useful filter like a polarizer or neutral density filter.
But… That Filter Might Save My Bacon!
Think about it. In what scenario will a filter protect the lens? A blow by a golf ball, baseball or softball? Nah, a direct blow will shatter the filter and drive shards of glass into the front element. A drop onto the floor, lens first? Maybe. The filter holder may provide a little extra protection to the lens barrel, but again, when the glass filter shatters you’ve got shards of sharp up against your expensive glass. What about a fall onto a rock? Yep, a filter might help a little, but a lens hood would help a lot more – as would a lens cap.
Block UV rays
What about the argument that a UV filter will “block UV rays” and improve the contrast and exposure? That is part true – if you’re shooting film. DSLRs are far less sensitive to UV light than film and that filter is more likely to become a source of glare, flare, internal reflection and vignetting. That UV filter is also yet another expense and item to carry around.
When Does it Make Sense to use a UV/Clear Filter?
If you have burning metal or corrosive substances flying at your camera, I would certainly prefer that they strike a cheap(ish) piece of replaceable glass rather than my expensive lens. Also, some lenses are only well sealed against rain and dust if you put a filter on them. So an excessively wet, dusty or sandy environment might be a good candidate for filter use.
What Do I Do to Protect My Lens?
Aside from being careful, I would argue that using a lens hood is an almost ideal solution. A lens hood helps keep things away from the front element and it also serves the important additional photographically USEFUL function of keeping off-axis light out of your shot. Off-axis light can cause significant glare and flare and attendant loss of contrast. Even the best filters are little or no help with off-axis light.
My personal policy is also to “cap the lens” whenever I am not shooting and definitely before I move anywhere. The cap stays accessible in my back pocket and it goes on the camera before I move it. Much like my seatbelt is always fastened before I start the car.
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There are many reasons why you might be looking to get more noticed online. You may be representing a business, and keen to try and improve the marketing for that business in whatever way you can. You might be a freelancer thinking about boosting your personal brand, or an influencer keen on the same. Whatever your situation, getting noticed online always involves similar methods. In this post, we are going to take a look at some of the ways in which you can hope to do this a lot more effectively and easily, with quicker results.
First of all, you may want to consider taking a look at your website to check whether it is suitable for bringing as much traffic in as possible. To achieve this, you have to take a look at your on-page SEO, which refers simply to all of the on-page elements which help your site to rank higher on the SERPs. There are so many ways to do this and things you will want to consider, and it is something you need to make sure you are approaching professionally, which is why an SEO agency can often really help here.
Of course, one of the main goals that people are aiming for when it comes to being noticed online is to have a bigger social media following. And this is certainly something that you might want to go for yourself. As well as being an end in itself for some people, social media followings can also be something that helps you with any wider goals you may have regarding marketing or boosting your profile, or anything like that. You’ll need to develop a voice and find a way to boost engagement, and then what should result is much more attention online for you.
If you are happy to spend a little as well, then you can improve your visibility online so much more and so much faster. The best way to do this is through advertising, and the best kind of advertising there has to be pay per click. With the help of a professional and experienced pay per click agency, you will be able to bring a lot more traffic wherever you want it to be, and that is going to result in a much better approach to your online marketing in general, for you or your business.
Word Of Mouth
Just because it’s the internet doesn’t mean that word of mouth is no longer important. In fact, this is one of the best ways that you can hope to spread the word about anything online, and it is still very much worth pursuing if you want to think about how you can get noticed online more easily and more quickly. So make sure that you are thinking about this and that you do all you can to spread the word. It’s going to help you out with your marketing goals a lot, whatever they may be.
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Meet Our Artisan Jeweller – Paul Greenfield
My journey to becoming a qualified jeweler began in 1989 as a trainee diamond setter in Auckland. Starting off as Stasita Jewellery Ltd in 2002 which featured a range of jewellery with a distinct pacific flavour, I now craft meaningful, bespoke pieces under my brand, STASITA Jeweller.
My signature style combines a client’s cultural influences with aspects of deep meaning for them. A dash of the contemporary, keeps my designs fresh and exciting. I use the highest standards of modern, innovative techniques during the design process and then finish each piece with my hands, be it through engraving or setting precious stones.
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This is a Bandcamp exclusive compilation, the full length result of two years of work. Hear how 'fifty one' has changed in front of a crowd. It is an artist pick 'best of' these live performances:
BBAGB's (Bop Gallery, San Diego)
Espaço Garganta (São Paulo)
Wayward Music Series (Chapel Performance Space, Good Shepherd Center, Seattle)
Have You Eaten? (Slip Gallery, Seattle)
SXSW Overflow Fest (Super Happy Fun Land, Houston)
These songs were made in lockdown and helped me get through the passing of my best buddy during the pandemic.
released June 23, 2023
releases 6/6/6 (6/2*3/2*3)
It was great to put my live and improvised set, more minimal for the road, to the test - that being truly live. Part of my music making is to place myself in a space beyond step by step and rational thinking. Those nights often my right hand did not know what my left hand was doing. Indeed, the right and left sides of my brain were also out of sync. I have an interface to control notes and sound waves in each hand which unpredictably collide. Live on stage, I am trying to embrace the chaos. Chaos has its own predictable character. Instead, an unusual, human-made, audible form emerges from the turmoil, songs, that I have recorded and present here.
There are some pop elements to the sets. A week prior to the first show my best friend passed away, and two songs were written for him. Playing music allowed me to momentarily overcome grief, and you will hear some joy popping through the mix in the added melodies.
My friend was also an artist and musician. Although his music could be called amateur, fun, or 'a side project', all of which he would admit, he was deeply serious about it. His tracks have a lifetime of music loving, followed by DJing, knowledge and analysis and rumination (tommoody.bandcamp.com
). Every, note, phrase, and sound is carefully scrutinized and chosen, and, although almost the complete opposite process of mine, we often collaborated (stcelferandtommoody.bandcamp.com
) sharing the same basic philosophy about making art.
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The Dallas Cowboys have put a wraps on their Friday practice as they prepare to host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday and their final injury report of the week is now out.
Defensive tackle Jay Ratliff (groin) is the only player that has been ruled out for the game after he underwent surgery for a sports hernia on Thursday.
Linebacker DeMarcus Ware (elbow) failed to practice for a third consecutive day because of a hyper-extended elbow and he enters the weekend listed as questionable. Ware is expected to play Sunday and wear a brace.
Wide receiver Dez Bryant (finger), cornerback Morris Claiborne (concussion), safety Charlie Peprah (foot) and guard Nate Livings (concussion) are also all questionable on the Friday injury report after all were limited in practice for a second straight day. Bryant told the media on Friday that he will play and that the swelling is down in his fractured left index finger. Bryant added that he is no longer concerned about how his finger will affect him catching passes in the game..
Running back DeMarco Murray (foot), guard Ryan Cook (knee), running back Felix Jones (knee), and tackle Tyron Smith (ankle) are all listed as probable. Murray was limited again on Friday while the other three players practiced fully.
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Kindlehill Steiner School
Term 4 in the Kindy Garden
As I have been in Kindy throughout the week, I was gifted with such beauty and scent from the Kindy Garden. I could actually hear the bees humming as I walked through the gate and Grandfather Apple Tree had laid out a soft blanket on the path. I couldn’t help but kick my shoes off and feel those petals beneath my feet. The flowers that we have fed and cared for have exploded with colour and the veggie garden stands over my head!
It makes me think of these beautiful children that stand before us. We feed them, love them and tend to them as we do the garden, and they grow tall and strong and bloom just like our flowers. Every year I feel it is such an honour to watch this occur in our Kindy Garden. I have watched the children grow and explore our Kindy home.
Some came to me with tears or worry, my shy violets, others bounded through the gate like the bold daisy, and others drifted through, moving softly and dreamily like the cherry blossom. Throughout the year, each of these children has helped create a spectacular garden and I truly cherish it.
What a strange year it has been, and how it has flown by after losing almost an entire term together. I am so excited to say that this term is looking to be sunny, happy, full of play and with less restrictions.
We will be a busy hive this term. We will be joining Jo Clancy from Wagana Aboriginal Dancers for a class each week, as well as joining Aunty Corina for a weekly lesson exploring the Darug language and culture.
From week 2 we will be walking to the lake each Tuesday and of course we will continue to paint, bake, garden, sing and share stories throughout the term.
Kindy Garden Teacher
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Candida tropicalis- An Overview
Candida tropicalis is a species of yeast that belongs to the genus Candida. It is a common fungal pathogen that can cause infections in humans, especially in those with weakened immune systems.
Candida tropicalis is closely related to Candida albicans, the most prevalent Candida species, and shares many features of pathogenicity and clinical presentation. However, C. tropicalis has some distinctive characteristics that make it a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide.
Candida tropicalis can cause superficial and mucosal infections, such as oral thrush, vulvovaginal candidiasis, and skin and nail infections. It can also cause invasive and systemic infections, such as candidemia, disseminated candidiasis, and chronic disseminated candidiasis. These infections can affect various organs and tissues, such as the blood, heart, brain, liver, spleen, kidney, eye, bone, and joint.
Candida tropicalis is one of the most common causes of candidemia, which is the presence of Candida in the bloodstream. Candidemia is a serious and life-threatening condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. Candidemia can lead to sepsis, organ failure, and death.
Candida tropicalis has several virulence factors that enable it to colonize and infect the human host. These include:
- The ability to form blastoconidia (single-celled spores) that are resistant to environmental stress and can adhere to host cells and surfaces.
- The ability to form pseudohyphae (elongated cells) and true hyphae (filamentous cells) that can penetrate host tissues and evade immune responses.
- The ability to produce biofilms (communities of cells embedded in a matrix) that can adhere to medical devices and resist antifungal drugs.
- The ability to secrete enzymes (such as proteases, phospholipases, and hemolysins) that can degrade host tissues and facilitate invasion.
- The ability to switch phenotypes (different forms of appearance) that can adapt to different environmental conditions and evade immune recognition.
Candida tropicalis is also known for its antifungal resistance. It has developed resistance to some of the commonly used antifungal drugs, such as fluconazole, which is a member of the azole class of drugs. Fluconazole resistance can limit the treatment options and increase the mortality rate of C. tropicalis infections. Therefore, new antifungal drugs and strategies are needed to combat this emerging threat.
Candida tropicalis is not only a human pathogen but also an environmental organism. It can be found in various natural habitats, such as seawater, marine sediments, fish intestines, mangrove plants, algae, shrimps, soil, fruit surfaces, and foods. It can also be used for biotechnological purposes, such as bioethanol production and bioremediation.
In this article, we will provide an overview of C. tropicalis based on basic and clinical approaches. We will discuss its habitat, morphology, culture characteristics, pathogenesis, transmission, virulence factors, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, treatment, antifungal resistance, prevention and control.
Candida tropicalis is one of the fungal species that has been obtained from seawater, sea sediments, mudflats, marine fish intestine, mangrove plants, and marine algae, shrimps. Therefore, they are widely distributed in the tropical and subtropical marine environments. It is also dominantly found in the human gut, fruit surfaces, a variety of foods and soil.
As a normal component of the human microbiota, Candida tropicalis can colonize the gastrointestinal tract, buccal cavity, and urogenital region. It can also cause opportunistic infections when the normal microbiota is disrupted by factors such as immunosuppression, antibiotic use, diabetes mellitus, or catheterization.
Candida tropicalis can also survive in soil and vegetation, where it can interact with plant roots and surfaces. It has been isolated from sediment and vegetation samples from different regions of the world. It can also grow on various carbon sources such as sugars and starches.
Candida tropicalis is an adaptable and versatile species that can thrive in different habitats and conditions. It is important to understand its distribution and ecology to prevent and control its infections in humans and plants.
Candida tropicalis is a yeast-like fungus that belongs to the genus Candida. It is a dimorphic fungus, meaning that it can exist in two different forms: yeast cells and hyphal cells.
Yeast cells are round or oval-shaped, with a diameter of 2-10 µm. They reproduce by budding, either unipolar or bipolar, forming blastoconidia (buds) on stalks. The buds are pigmented and septate, and can form pseudohyphae (chains of elongated buds).
Hyphal cells are filamentous structures that can grow and branch. They are formed by the bud-to-hypha transition (also called morphogenesis), which is a process that involves changes in gene expression, cell wall composition, and morphology. Hyphal cells can penetrate the host tissues and evade the immune system.
Candida tropicalis can also undergo phenotypic switching, which is a reversible change in colony morphology and virulence traits. Phenotypic switching can affect the production of enzymes, adhesion molecules, biofilm formation, and antifungal resistance.
Candida tropicalis can be distinguished from other Candida species by its ability to assimilate soluble starch as a sole carbon source. It also produces acetic acid from glucose fermentation and urease from urea hydrolysis. It does not produce pigments of red, pink, or orange color on culture media.
Candida tropicalis can grow on various standard laboratory media used for cultivating yeasts and fungi, such as:
- Sabouraud dextrose agar (SDA)
- Yeast extract agar (YEA)
- Cornmeal agar (CMA)
- Chromogenic Candida agar (CCA)
On SDA, C. tropicalis produces smooth, creamy, and usually white or cream-colored colonies . However, colony color can vary depending on the specific strain or growth conditions. The colonies are typically smooth and have a moist or creamy texture. This medium suppresses conidia growth but promotes the formation of mycelium.
On YEA, C. tropicalis produces similar colonies as on SDA, but with more abundant blastoconidia and pseudohyphae.
On CMA, C. tropicalis produces smooth blastoconidia spores that are held by a hyphal stalk structure (mycelium). The spores are pigmented and septate.
On CCA, C. tropicalis produces colonies with a typical dark blue color. This medium allows for the differentiation of C. tropicalis from other Candida species based on the chromogenic reaction.
C. tropicalis has the following preferred growth conditions:
- Optimal temperature: 25–35 °C (77–95 °F)
- Optimal pH: 4.5–6.5
- Optimal oxygen: Aerobic or facultatively anaerobic
C. tropicalis thrives in sugar and fat media. It can also grow in other media such as potato dextrose agar, potato-glucose, potato-carrot, tomato juice, and lima bean media.
Candida tropicalis is a yeast species that can cause both superficial and invasive infections in humans, especially in immunocompromised hosts . It is one of the most common Candida species isolated from blood cultures and can cause candidemia, a life-threatening condition with high mortality rates . The pathogenesis of C. tropicalis involves several factors that enable it to colonize, adhere, invade, and evade the host immune system.
C. tropicalis can colonize various sites of the human body, such as the skin, mucous membranes, gastrointestinal tract, and genitourinary tract . It can also survive in environmental niches, such as seawater, soil, plants, and animals. Colonization is facilitated by the ability of C. tropicalis to form biofilms, which are complex communities of microorganisms attached to a surface and embedded in a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances . Biofilms confer resistance to antifungal agents, host defenses, and environmental stresses . C. tropicalis is a strong biofilm producer and can form biofilms on various medical devices, such as catheters, prosthetic valves, and implants .
Adherence is the first step of infection and involves the interaction of C. tropicalis with host cells or tissues . C. tropicalis can adhere to epithelial and endothelial cells by using different adhesins, such as Als (agglutinin-like sequence) proteins, Hwp (hyphal wall protein) proteins, Eap (extracellular adherence protein) proteins, and mannoproteins . These adhesins recognize specific receptors on the host cells, such as integrins, cadherins, lectins, and extracellular matrix components . Adherence allows C. tropicalis to resist mechanical removal and initiate tissue invasion .
Invasion is the process by which C. tropicalis penetrates the host tissues and reaches the bloodstream or other organs . Invasion is mediated by two main mechanisms: active penetration and induced endocytosis . Active penetration involves the formation of hyphae, which are elongated filamentous cells that can exert mechanical pressure and secrete lytic enzymes to breach the host barriers . Induced endocytosis involves the uptake of C. tropicalis by host cells through phagocytosis or macropinocytosis, which can be triggered by fungal factors or host factors . Once inside the host cells, C. tropicalis can escape from the phagosomes or lysosomes and replicate in the cytoplasm or disseminate to other cells .
Evasion is the ability of C. tropicalis to avoid or modulate the host immune response to establish and maintain infection . C. tropicalis can evade the host immunity by several strategies, such as:
- Phenotypic switching: This is a reversible change in colony morphology that can affect virulence attributes, such as adhesion, biofilm formation, drug resistance, and antigenicity .
- Morphogenesis: This is a transition between yeast and hyphal forms that can affect tissue invasion, immune recognition, and cytokine production .
- Secretion of immunomodulatory molecules: These include proteins (such as Sap (secreted aspartyl proteinase) proteins), lipids (such as phospholipases), polysaccharides (such as beta-glucans), and metabolites (such as farnesol) that can affect inflammation, phagocytosis, oxidative stress, apoptosis, and signaling pathways .
- Resistance to oxidative stress: This involves the production of antioxidant enzymes (such as catalase and superoxide dismutase) and molecules (such as glutathione) that can protect C. tropicalis from reactive oxygen species generated by the host cells.
These factors contribute to the pathogenicity of C. tropicalis and its ability to cause various clinical manifestations ranging from superficial infections (such as oral thrush and vulvovaginal candidiasis) to systemic infections (such as candidemia and disseminated candidiasis).
The most common mode of transmission of Candida tropicalis is the nosocomial transmission between health-care workers and patients . The fungi, which is predominantly found in immune-compromised patients with HIV/AIDS, cancer, leukemia, organ transplantation, causes a fungal infection known as candidiasis in various organ systems of the body . Candidiasis can affect the skin, mucous membranes, gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary tract, and bloodstream.
Candida tropicalis can also be transmitted through endogenous sources, such as the normal flora of the human host. The fungi can colonize the gastrointestinal tract and other mucosal surfaces and cause opportunistic infections when the host`s immunity is impaired or when the normal microbiota is disrupted by antibiotic therapy or other factors . Candida tropicalis can also invade the bloodstream from a primary site of infection, such as a catheter or a wound.
Another possible mode of transmission is through exogenous sources, such as the environment or contaminated materials. Candida tropicalis has been isolated from seawater, sea sediments, mudflats, marine fish intestine, mangrove plants, marine algae, shrimps, fruit surfaces, soil, and various foods . Therefore, it can be acquired through contact with these sources or ingestion of contaminated food or water.
The transmission of Candida tropicalis can be prevented by implementing infection control measures, such as hand hygiene, disinfection of medical devices and equipment, isolation of infected patients, and rational use of antibiotics and antifungals . Additionally, enhancing the host`s immunity and restoring the normal microbiota can help reduce the risk of candidiasis caused by Candida tropicalis.
Virulence factors are the characteristics of a microorganism that enable it to cause infection and disease in a host. Candida tropicalis has several virulence factors that contribute to its pathogenicity and clinical relevance. Some of the main virulence factors of C. tropicalis are:
- Adhesion: C. tropicalis can adhere to various surfaces, such as buccal epithelial cells, endothelial cells, medical devices, and dentures. Adhesion is mediated by cell surface molecules, such as mannoproteins, glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI)-anchored proteins, and hydrophobic proteins. Adhesion is crucial for colonization and biofilm formation, which are important steps for the establishment and persistence of infection .
- Biofilm formation: C. tropicalis can form biofilms on biotic and abiotic surfaces, such as mucosal tissues, catheters, prosthetic valves, and implants. Biofilms are complex communities of microorganisms embedded in a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS). Biofilms confer increased resistance to host immune responses and antifungal agents, as well as facilitate the dissemination of fungal cells into the bloodstream .
- Dimorphism: C. tropicalis can switch between yeast and hyphal forms in response to environmental cues, such as temperature, pH, serum, and nutrient availability. This phenomenon is also called morphogenesis or bud-to-hyphae transition. Hyphal forms are more invasive and virulent than yeast forms, as they can penetrate mucosal barriers and evade phagocytosis by host cells. Hyphal forms also secrete a toxin called candidalysin, which damages epithelial cells and facilitates fungal invasion into deeper tissues .
- Phenotypic switching: C. tropicalis can undergo phenotypic switching, which is the reversible change in colony morphology and expression of surface antigens. Phenotypic switching may affect the adhesion, biofilm formation, drug susceptibility, and immune recognition of C. tropicalis. Phenotypic switching may also generate phenotypic diversity and adaptation to different host niches .
- Secretion of hydrolytic enzymes: C. tropicalis can secrete various hydrolytic enzymes, such as proteases, phospholipases, lipases, and hemolysins. These enzymes degrade host tissues and cell membranes, facilitating fungal invasion and dissemination. They also modulate host immune responses by activating or inactivating cytokines, chemokines, complement components, and coagulation factors .
- Stress tolerance: C. tropicalis can tolerate various environmental stresses, such as high temperature, high osmolarity, low pH, oxidative stress, and antifungal agents. Stress tolerance is mediated by several mechanisms, such as heat shock proteins (HSPs), calcineurin signaling pathway, efflux pumps, ergosterol biosynthesis pathway, and oxidative stress response genes .
These virulence factors make C. tropicalis a formidable pathogen that can cause serious infections in immunocompromised and immunosuppressed patients. Therefore, understanding the molecular mechanisms and regulation of these virulence factors may provide new insights for the development of novel strategies for the prevention and treatment of C. tropicalis infections.
Infections caused by Candida tropicalis vary on the site of localization of the fungi. The various clinical manifestations include:
- Superficial and mucosal candidiasis: It is associated with oral thrush (oropharyngeal candidiasis), angular cheilitis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis. Oral thrush is characterized by white patches on the tongue and mouth cavity that can be scraped off. Angular cheilitis is the inflammation and cracking of the corners of the mouth. Vulvovaginal candidiasis is marked by intense itching, abnormal thin watery discharge, pain during intercourse, and redness and swelling of the external genital organs. Candida tropicalis can also cause superficial infections of the skin and nails (onychomycosis), interdigital candidiasis (between the fingers or toes), and diaper rash.
- Systemic candidiasis: It occurs when Candida tropicalis spreads to the bloodstream (candidemia) and affects internal organs such as the heart, brain, kidneys, liver, spleen, and eyes. It is a common healthcare-associated infection that can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. It is more common among people with weakened immune systems, such as those with cancer, leukemia, organ transplantation, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, or kidney failure . Symptoms of systemic candidiasis may include fever, chills, shock, organ failure, confusion, headache, vision loss, and skin lesions.
- Chronic disseminated candidiasis: It is a severe form of systemic candidiasis that affects mainly leukemic patients and those with secondary neutropenia (low white blood cell count). It causes persistent infection of the liver, spleen, and kidneys that can lead to organ damage and death.
To diagnose Candida tropicalis infections, various specimens can be collected depending on the site of infection, such as skin scrapings, oral and genital swabs, tissue biopsies, blood, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or urine. The following methods can be used to identify C. tropicalis from the specimens:
- A 10% KOH wet mount can be prepared from skin scrapings or tissue biopsies and examined under a microscope for the presence of pseudohyphae, which are characteristic of C. tropicalis .
- Differential stains such as haematoxylin and eosin, periodic acid–Schiff and Gomori–Grocott methenamine silver stains can be used to detect fungal elements in tissue sections taken from biopsy or autopsy specimens.
- C. tropicalis can be cultured on Sabouraud dextrose agar or yeast extract agar, which produce cream-colored, dull, smooth colonies with the formation of small blastoconidial spores held by a hyphal stalk structure (mycelium) .
- C. tropicalis can also be cultured on CHROMagar Candida medium, which produces colonies with a typical dark blue color.
- Cornmeal agar can be used to observe the smooth blastoconidia spores and pseudohyphae of C. tropicalis under a microscope.
- C. tropicalis can be differentiated from other Candida species by its ability to produce acetic acid from glucose fermentation.
- C. tropicalis can also utilize various sugars and produce inositol from carbon sources.
- C. tropicalis is positive for urease production, which distinguishes it from C. albicans and C. dubliniensis.
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) can be used to amplify and detect the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of the ribosomal DNA (rDNA) of C. tropicalis, which is specific for this species.
- Sequencing of the ITS-rDNA can also be used to confirm the identity of C. tropicalis by comparing it with reference sequences in databases.
Candida tropicalis infections are treated with antifungal agents that target the fungal cell wall or membrane. The choice of antifungal depends on the type and severity of the infection, the patient`s immune status, and the susceptibility of the isolate.
For superficial and mucosal candidiasis, such as oral thrush, vulvovaginal candidiasis, and skin and nail infections, topical antifungals are usually sufficient. These include creams, ointments, lozenges, or suppositories that contain nystatin, clotrimazole, miconazole, or ketoconazole.
For systemic candidiasis, such as candidemia, disseminated candidiasis, and chronic disseminated candidiasis, intravenous antifungals are required. The most commonly used antifungals are amphotericin B, echinocandins, and broad-spectrum triazoles .
Amphotericin B is a polyene antifungal that binds to ergosterol in the fungal membrane and causes leakage of cellular contents. It is effective against most Candida species, but it has serious side effects such as nephrotoxicity, infusion reactions, and electrolyte disturbances. Therefore, it is usually reserved for severe or refractory cases.
Echinocandins are a class of antifungals that inhibit the synthesis of beta-glucan in the fungal cell wall. They include caspofungin, micafungin, and anidulafungin. They have fungicidal activity against Candida species and have fewer side effects than amphotericin B. They are recommended as the first-line treatment for candidemia and invasive candidiasis in non-neutropenic patients.
Broad-spectrum triazoles are a class of antifungals that inhibit the enzyme lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase in the fungal membrane, which is involved in ergosterol biosynthesis. They include fluconazole, voriconazole, posaconazole, and isavuconazole. They have fungistatic activity against Candida species and have good oral bioavailability. They are recommended as the first-line treatment for candidemia and invasive candidiasis in neutropenic patients and as an alternative or step-down therapy for non-neutropenic patients.
However, some Candida tropicalis isolates may develop resistance to antifungal agents over time. This may be due to mutations in the target enzymes or genes, overexpression of efflux pumps, or alterations in the cell wall or membrane composition. Resistance to fluconazole is especially common among C. tropicalis isolates and may limit its use for recurrent or persistent infections . Therefore, antifungal susceptibility testing is recommended for all C. tropicalis isolates to guide optimal therapy. Newer antifungals such as voriconazole and echinocandins may overcome some of the resistance mechanisms and offer better outcomes for C. tropicalis infections .
Candida tropicalis is usually susceptible to most antifungal agents, but resistance can develop over time or during treatment. Resistance to fluconazole, a commonly used azole antifungal drug, has been reported in several clinical isolates of C. tropicalis. Fluconazole resistance may be due to mutations in the ERG11 gene, which encodes the target enzyme of azoles, or in the UPC2 gene, which regulates the expression of ERG11 and other genes involved in ergosterol biosynthesis. Overexpression of these genes can reduce the susceptibility of C. tropicalis to azoles.
Resistance to amphotericin B, a polyene antifungal drug that binds to ergosterol and disrupts the fungal cell membrane, is uncommon in C. tropicalis, but a few strains have demonstrated a high level of resistance to this agent. The mechanism of amphotericin B resistance is not fully understood, but it may involve alterations in the cell membrane composition or permeability.
Resistance to echinocandins, a class of antifungal drugs that inhibit the synthesis of beta-glucan, a major component of the fungal cell wall, is particularly concerning because echinocandins are the preferred treatment for invasive candidiasis caused by C. tropicalis. Echinocandin resistance may be due to mutations in the FKS genes, which encode the subunits of the beta-glucan synthase complex, the target enzyme of echinocandins. Echinocandin resistance can also emerge during therapy, especially in patients with persistent or recurrent candidemia.
Patients with C. tropicalis infections that are resistant to both fluconazole and echinocandins have very few treatment options. The alternative treatment is amphotericin B, which can be toxic for patients who are already very sick. Resistance to multiple antifungal drugs can also reduce the survival rate of patients with candidemia and invasive candidiasis.
Therefore, it is important to monitor the antifungal susceptibility of C. tropicalis isolates and to use antifungal drugs judiciously and appropriately. Antifungal stewardship programs can help optimize the use of antifungal drugs and prevent the emergence and spread of antifungal resistance.
Candida tropicalis infections can be prevented and controlled by various measures, such as:
- Hygienic washing of hands to get rid of fungal spores on the hands to prevent the spread of the fungi.
- Washing infected surfaces using water and ethyls.
- Avoiding prolonged use of antibiotics, catheters, and antifungals that can disrupt the normal microbiota and increase the risk of candidiasis .
- Maintaining good oral hygiene and denture care to prevent oral thrush.
- Using barrier methods such as condoms during sexual intercourse to prevent transmission of genital candidiasis.
- Controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic patients to reduce the susceptibility to candiduria.
- Implementing infection control practices in healthcare settings to prevent nosocomial transmission of Candida tropicalis, especially the multidrug-resistant Candida auris.
- Using over-the-counter (OTC) antifungal dosage forms such as creams and gels for effective treatment of local candidiasis.
- Seeking prompt medical attention and antifungal therapy for invasive candidiasis, especially in immunocompromised patients .
- Following the recommended treatment guidelines based on the infecting species and antifungal susceptibility .
- Using probiotics and novel vaccines as an advanced approach for the prevention of candidiasis.
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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Whine and Cheese
Let us be honest up front: today's post is all about venting and complaining. Not about the news, which is about as screwed up as usual, but rather some more personal issues. Like...
• ACUTE DIVERTICULITIS
The verdict is in about our abdominal pain. It's an attack of acute diverticulitis which will take some time to resolve. The good news is that, not so long ago, the standard treatment for diverticulitis was to slice you open and start pulling out organs.
Now, we can be treated with antibiotics - but there's a catch: one of the antibiotics needs to be taken with food so it won't burn a hole through your stomach the way the Alien's molecular-acid blood burned through deck plates. BUT...the doctor has ordered "no food" for up to two weeks - just clear liquids.
This wouldn't necessarily be unlivable were it not for the fact that a second antibiotic will give you violent projectile vomiting if you have so much as a sip of alcohol. So this is going to be a long friggin' two weeks.
• INSURANCE SUCKS, PART ONE
Remember that hail storm we mentioned last week? We've already had one roofer inspect the damage and say (surprise!) we need a new roof. But here's the rub: we last replaced our roof in 2003, and we got the best (and most expensive) materials available. For that reason, our sturdy roof has survived when all of our thriftier neighbors have gotten new roofs over the years - some multiple times - from their homeowners insurance.
But OUR insurance had a little surprise for us: "If your roof is older than 10 years, we triple your deductible." In this case, to around $9,000. So will the insurance pay anything above that? Maybe yes, maybe no - because besides sticking us with that insane deductible, they also plan to depreciate the roof because of it's age. So the likelihood is that the insurance we religiously pay for won't cover doodly squat. Hell, we may owe them money just for making their phone ring.
• INSURANCE SUCKS, PART TWO
As if we weren't already in a rotten mood (and we are!), we got a letter today in which Medicare essentially told us to attempt conjugal relations with a rolling donut regarding a recent bill.
We won't get into medical details, but this involves an expensive test (as in multiple thousands of dollars) which was pretty damn important. But Medicare has decided the test was neither necessary or reasonable and won't pay a dime. "But don't worry," they assure us, "since the fault belongs with your doctor who ordered this unreasonable, unnecessary test, we'll force them to pay the whole bill."
Let's think this through: a doctor (an excellent doctor with a prestigious practice) is essentially going to be penalized for ordering a very important and entirely necessary test. So what do you think will happen the next time the doctor thinks someone needs that test? Right - the test won't be ordered and the patient will suffer the potentially catastrophic consequences.
It's a win-win-win for the government: they don't pay off on the Medicare promises they've made, they discourage doctors from even ordering tests and, in the long run, more people die early and won't be collecting their government benefits. Genius!
• THEY GO IN THREES
In the past few days we lost Art Bell, the master of creepy conspiracy late night radio, R. Lee Ermey, who burned his way into our national consciousness with his role of "The Gunny" in the film "Full Metal Jacket" and, closest to our heart, actor/magician/con-man Harry Anderson.
In that same period of time, we're unaware of any complete a**holes dying. So what's the deal, Death?!
We could continue ranting about these and other matters, but it's time for us to eat our delicious sugar-free jello and take that stomach-destroying pill.
(Update: After writing the above, we learned of the passing of former first lady Barbara Bush. Her strength and classiness will be missed.)
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Stomper A snapped a photo of the e-bike on the first floor of the block at about 3.45pm and asked: "Is this legal?"
In response to a Stomp query, the Aljunied-Hougang Town Council (AHTC) said that the covers of power and water supply points are typically locked to prevent unauthorised tapping of utilities.
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Drive the maintenance of systems, creation of technical designs, Development and Deployment of front end and/or Back End systems, integration of the Data Warehouse with Enterprise Applications, and/or implementation of user Access Controls and Data Security measures, where appropriate.
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- Project Scope Statement: Will all Development and Deployment project issues be unconditionally tracked through the Issue Resolution process?
- Closing Process Group: Did the Development and Deployment Project Team have enough people to execute the Development and Deployment Project Plan?
- Source Selection Criteria: What are the guidelines regarding award without considerations?
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- Initiating Process Group: During which stage of Risk planning are risks prioritized based on probability and impact?
- Cost Management Plan: Is your organization certified as a supplier, wholesaler, regular dealer, or manufacturer of corresponding products/supplies?
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1.0 Initiating Process Group:
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- 3.10 Issue Log
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Defining, designing, creating, and implementing a process to solve a business challenge or meet a business objective is the most valuable role; In EVERY company, organization and department.
Unless you are talking a one-time, single-use project within a business, there should be a process. Whether that process is managed and implemented by humans, AI, or a combination of the two, it needs to be designed by someone with a complex enough perspective to ask the right questions. Someone capable of asking the right questions and step back and say, 'What are we really trying to accomplish here? And is there a different way to look at it?'
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Working this summer on brain mapping to research Alzheimer’s Disease, Neuroscience student Davis Juell says he is combining his two passions of research and medicine together. By experiencing firsthand the process of conducting innovative research, Davis is utilizing this research to increase the boundaries in which medicine can cure.
Alzheimer’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disease, and the Amyloid-B (AB) protein has been identified as a factor in damaging neurons through the progression of the disease, moving in a prion-like fashion along neural connection. These damaged neurons then cause memory loss and cognitive problems, which are key characteristics of Alzheimer’s Disease. Currently, the only way to determine the level of AB protein concentration in brains is through biochemical methods. To fully understand the effects of AB proteins, mapping the origin and rate of them is necessary.
Spending his summer in Dr. Majid Mohajerani’s lab with a senior PhD student, Davis is utilizing serial two-photon (STP) tomography to map whole brains of rodents with Alzheimer’s Disease to identify AB spread at specific time points. This method will allow Davis to quantify AB concentration, as well as determine the origin, location, rate of spread, and size and shape of AB proteins. Comparing these concentrations across regions will provide significant insights into Alzheimer’s Disease.
Davis’ role in the project involves collecting and preparing brain samples for histological processing and utilizing image processing techniques for data analysis. Funded through an Alberta Innovates Summer Studentship, Davis is learning and building valuable research skills in the neuroscience field, something he hopes to build upon as he moves forward with his training.
Through this research, I aim to satisfy my two lifelong learning objectives. Firstly, to experience firsthand the blind pathfinding of research. This academic program is an excellent opportunity for me to transfer from being spoon-fed information in the classroom into an environment where I am contributing to an active investigation that is on the frontline of learning about the universe.
Specifically, and correlating with my secondary objective, I wholly admire the ability of research to increase the boundaries in which medicine can cure. It is for this reason that I want to develop a medical understanding of the underlying mechanisms found both in animal and human models. Most medical advances come from animal research, and this provides me with a unique opportunity to combine my two passions of research and medicine together.
The feeling of being able to impact the lives of others and contributing to academia has shaped Davis’ education and motivates him to challenge himself outside of the classroom. Davis says this experience has fostered a sense of innovation within him to build confidence and leadership skills that allow him to present his research discoveries in an articulate fashion. He adds that conducting this research during his degree has formed who he is as a person and allowed him to find his own way through life, as well as boosting his confidence in decision-making and igniting his passion for medicine and medical school.
Anecdotally, I have always found the service of others to be the most motivating. It's the reason why I'm interested in medicine—you help people during their most significant and desperate moments of their lives. With research, there might not be that direct chemical cascade of positivity when you save the [life] of another, but you still have that same life-saving effect and it’s at an international scale. I have immensely enjoyed being able to contribute to the excellent research that is being done at the U of L and that will improve the lives of other people worldwide.
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This post was originally published on Sound Mind | The Blue Journal on February 8, 2019.
Gamers have been pledging their loyalty and taking sides ever since video games had selectable characters. Red vs. Blue. Horde vs. Alliance. Terran vs. Protoss vs. Zerg.
Now, in the new era of gaming, we’re forced to make another choice — where will you build your streaming empire? With so many viable options available like Twitch, YouTube Gaming and Microsoft Mixer, it can be tough to tell which platform is right for you. That’s why we broke everything down to the four things that matter most to gamers. Don’t worry — we’ve got your six.
Depending on your preferred platform, one streaming site may offer more benefits than another. According to a 2018 study by the ESA, 41 percent of gamers choose a PC as their primary platform, while 36 percent prefer consoles. When it comes to streaming platforms like Twitch, YouTube Gaming and Mixer, the PC outweighs console gamers by a long shot. All three platforms offer full support for PC, but console streamers may have to purchase an external capture card.
- Twitch supports PC, Playstation 4, Xbox One and mobile devices, making it a great choice for streamers on any platform.
- YouTube Gaming is slightly more limited, as it does not support direct streaming from Xbox One or iOS devices. YouTube Gaming also requires an encoder when streaming from PC, although they provide plenty of good suggestions.
- Similarly, Microsoft Mixer does not directly support Playstation 4 — however, it does offer a distinct advantage for PC users. Mixer features a built-in broadcasting platform, eliminating the need for third-party software like XSplit or OBS. Mixer also allows for multiplayer co-streaming and cross-platform support, making it a strong choice for co-op gaming.
At the end of the day, the most important part of your stream is the user experience. Depending on the type of content you want to stream, some platforms may offer a better user experience than others.
- YouTube Gaming features integrated DVR functionality, allowing users to rewind up the three hours of a live stream. They also make it extremely easy to access your streams on-demand by uploading content directly to your standard YouTube channel.
- Twitch, on the other hand, features no real-time DVR, forcing viewers to wait for a video to be archived before they can re-watch any of the footage. Users can pause streams in real-time, but un-pausing causes the video to skip ahead to the live feed.
- Mixer tends to focus on live game streaming. There’s no DVR functionality, which makes it difficult to find non-live content. However, thanks to ultra-low latency, there’s virtually no lag — making interactions with your adoring fans almost instantaneous.
Alright, time to get down to brass tacks. If you’re looking to become a professional streamer, part of the game is being able to earn enough money to actually make a living. Twitch features an affiliate program as well as a partnership program that allows streamers to generate revenue with four different monetization tools: cheering with bits, subscriptions, game sales and advertisements.
In order to become an affiliate you must meet 4 requirements:
- Stream for 8 hours in the last 30 days
- Stream on 7 days in the last 30 days
- Reach an average of 3 viewers per stream
- Grow your audience to 50 followers
Unfortunately, there are no set rules for becoming a Twitch partner, and applicants are selected on a case-by-case basis.
YouTube Gaming allows streamers to make money through Google AdSense in a variety of formats after they’re accepted to the YouTube Partner Program. In order to be considered for the program, your channel must reach 4,000 watch hours in the previous 12 months and 1,000 subscribers — a significantly tougher task than becoming a partner on Twitch or Mixer.
Mixer allows for monetization in much the same way. In order to join the Mixer Partnership Series, streamers must meet the following requirements:
- Account Age: 2+ months
- Followers: 2,000+
- Streams per month: 12 or more days
- Hours Streamed per month: 25 or more hours
- Following Terms of Service and Rules of User Conduct
Excluding the Twitch Affiliate Program, which offers the least opportunity for monetization, the Mixer Partnership Series has the lowest bar of entry, making it the best option for making money in the short term. However, if you can amass a large enough following to become a Twitch Partner, you’ll reap the largest bounty.
ACTIVITY & AUDIENCE
If you’re looking to unlock the “platinum achievement” for streaming, you need to focus more on your endurance stat than speed. For some, it’s not about which platform can generate revenue the fastest — it’s about which platform has the largest reach.
Twitch is owned by Amazon and has been around since 2011. In that time, they’ve amassed over 15 million daily active users, with over 220,000 affiliates and 27,000 partners. Twitch definitely has the largest audience, which means it has the highest potential for reach — however, it’s also the most saturated platform, making it difficult for new streamers to stand out.
While Twitch is primarily used for live game streaming, they allow all forms of content including tips and tricks, walkthroughs and even makeup tutorials. It’s also the most well-known gaming platform, making it easier to land sponsorships and partnerships with gaming companies.
Google launched YouTube Gaming in 2015 as part of its efforts to broaden their scope of entertainment. YouTube is a familiar destination, and some streamers may already have a dedicated following on their primary YouTube channel. However, YouTube Gaming accounts are separate from primary accounts, so while you may have an established fan base, you’ll still have to do some work to get them to hit that subscribe button again.
While YouTube Gaming certainly has a smaller viewership than Twitch, it’s catching up. In 2017 YouTube Gaming grew its streamer base by 343 percent, while Twitch only grew by 197 percent. However, in 2018 Twitch viewership is up by 21 percent while YouTube Gaming dropped 12 percent.
Microsoft Mixer may have the smallest fan-base, but it’s growing. Mixer originally launched in 2016 but Microsoft didn’t acquire it until the following year. In 2018 Mixer increased their viewership by 90 percent to 9,500 — and that doesn’t even count Xbox One streams. A small, yet growing fan base is good news. It means there’s less competition to stand out now, and if you make your mark early you could be one of the biggest streamers when the platform takes off.
At the end of the day, there’s no right or wrong platform for streaming. What’s important is that you consistently create quality content and have fun doing it. Use this info to help you decide which platform is right for your unique brand of content. Stay tuned for more tips and tricks on taking your stream to the next level.
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Teaching is one of the most challenging, important, and rewarding professions in the world. Countless numbers of teachers dedicate their time, money, heart, and soul to the children of others. For many of us, wondering if we are making a difference is a daily occurrence.
This book PROVES that we all make a difference.
Proof comes when you least expect it, but need it most. Throughout my career as a middle school teacher, I’ve heard numerous others say, “We should write a book. Nobody would believe it though.” Trust me, other teachers would believe you because they have had a similar experience.
We SHOULD write books to share our stories, ideas, thoughts, experiences, and expertise so that we may help others. These are my thoughts and reflections on my career in education. My goal is to add to the dialogue in our schools about how we can serve our students, take care of ourselves, and implement positive change.
I believe that by working together, Teachers CAN Save Teachers.
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Icebreaker games are great for helping you get to know new people.
They’re fun activities that make it easier to talk to strangers.
These games make it less awkward to start conversations with people you don’t know. By doing these activities, everyone feels more comfortable and open.
Icebreakers also help you find things you have in common with others, which leads to interesting conversations. These games are especially good in groups because they create a sense of connection.
Overall, icebreaker games are like a friendly starting point that makes it easier for strangers to connect and become friends.
At our end of year celebration on 13 December we tried out the game to help our community get to know each other better, it was a hit!
Download the questions: what do we have in common?
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1. Chop the bananas up into slices, and put into the smoothie maker
2. pour your milk and icecreme into the smoothie maker
3. turn the smoothie maker on and blend untill most of the bits are gone
4. put into a milkshake glass and serve with a dollop of icecreme in the shake.
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It is pretty stressful to move from one place to another. It does not only include a lot of packing, but you have to put many other things together.
It can become time-consuming with all the other essential things you must do. Can you imagine the amount of work you must put in to pack all the items in your house before the relocation?
Hence it is sensible to hire professionals because they have the necessary training to deal with the moving process.
Do you know how to pack and arrange things that will make the whole process easy and less cumbersome? You can visit website to learn more.
Hence, hire good moving companies but do not go just for cheap rates; try to have somebody who knows the job. What is the point of hiring unprofessional because you will lose more? Hence become keen when you hire a moving company to get the best one.
If a company is unregistered
When you are hiring a moving company, make sure that they are registered. The unregistered moving company is a sign that they need to be reputed.
Engage in exhaustive research before you pick a moving company, so you can avoid facing losses during the transit. Going for a registered moving company is a good choice because you will be sure that your belongings will remain safe.
They will pay for the damage if anything goes wrong during the move. If a company has an exact address or contact information, you should avoid them.
Lack of knowledge
If the moving company you are hiring needs a knowledgeable team or you get a poor response from the group, it is a red flag. An experienced company that has had a series of successful clients in the past will know how to handle your queries.
Professional teams are knowledgeable about moving matters and will develop an apt solution to your problems. If they cannot give you a solution to your concerns, then that means they need to have the necessary experience to carry out the process smoothly.
Ask them plenty of questions about the policies, credentials, and services to avoid falling trapped in an unprofessional company. A team that is not precise about giving information on their policies and services means they need to be more professional to carry out the relocation process.
It would help if you took rough estimates from different companies before you chose one. It will give you an idea about the average market rate and help you make an informed decision.
You must back off if you realize the company you are hiring is offering a low price. All the reputed companies will have similar rates so beware of those with unusually lower prices because that means they will compromise on the quality of service they are providing.
Either the team members will be untrained, or the packing material they use will be of very cheap quality damaging your goods in transit.
When you look for a moving company Scarborough, try to do your research well.
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“It’s important to know about our fertility because we are making decisions about our lives without complete information, and we use data to drive every other decision in our lives,” Alyssa Atkins told Elise Gasbarrino on this weeks episode of Let’s Talk About.
Alyssa is the founder and CEO of Lilia, a virtual fertility clinic that allows women to make same-day appointments, gain access to doctor and clinic reviews, and investigate insurance transparency, all with the help of a real-life concierge.
Lilia has been featured in Forbes, The Globe and Mail, and FLARE for its innovative approach to helping women make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
Alyssa raises a good question: “Why aren’t we using data to inform a decision as important as whether and when and how we want to have kids?”
The answer? Women don’t have all of the information available to them.
On Let’s Talk About, Alyssa took the time to explain the importance of fertility education and why women of all ages should be provided with every resource available so that they can be proactive about their futures.
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If you’re planning to visit the glorious little city of Beppu, then you would already know that it’s renowned far and wide across Japan as one of the best hot spring resorts in the country.
It’s a relatively small yet dynamic region that boasts a whopping eight different hot springs throughout, meaning you can pick and choose to your heart’s content how to build the ultimate relaxing itinerary in Beppu.
Each hot spring offers public bathing options as well as a number of wonderfully rustic ryokan with hot spring facilities, so whether you want to stay right onsite or pop in for a day visit, the choice is yours.
We, however, do recommend booking a ryokan stay whilst there. When contemplating where to stay, one must take in the unique features of a region to ensure they make the most of their visit, and, to be honest, a visit to Beppu without staying in a ryokan is like going camping but sleeping in your car.
Sure, it’s probably the most cost effective method, but the true experience is, so to say, lacking. Below we’ve curated 11 of the most beautiful traditional Japanese inns in Beppu for you to peruse and hopefully book for your visit.
The 11 Best Ryokans in Beppu
Discover in the list below our selection of the top Ryokans in Beppu for an unforgettable traditional stay:
- Yamada Bessou
- Terrace Midoubaru
- Kappo Ryokan Kannawa Bettei
- Hana Beppu
- Ryotei Matsubaya
- Beppu Nagomitsuki
- Beppu Showaen
- Seaside Hotel Mimatsu Ooetei
- Tenku Yubo Seikaiso
- Chobo-no-Yado Shiori
Kannawaen is everything you could want in a rustic traditional Japanese inn accommodation without skimping on the creature comforts expected of a 4-star facility. The best selling feature of this property is the fact that it’s literally a 100m walk from the Hells of Beppu – one of, if not the, most popular tourist attractions in Beppu.
This alone means that you’ll save plenty of time and money traveling to and from, and there are quite a few activities to do and things to see there as well.
The overall look and feel of this ryokan will transport you back in time and make you feel wonderfully nostalgic, however, the flat-screen TV, private bathrooms for every room, and generous continental breakfast will keep you grounded. The breathtaking mountain views offered in certain rooms are not too shabby either!
Guest Tips: The public bath at Kannawaen is only offered to hotel guests, so rest assured you will have privacy, however, please note that every room also includes a private hot spring. If you have any food allergies, make sure you mention it during your booking – they do cater for it.
Book It Now: Kannawaen Ryokan
2. Yamada Bessou
If you’re looking for an experience like being welcomed into someone’s home, then this might be an excellent choice for you. Yamada Bessou is an incredibly well-presented rustic traditional Japanese inn that immediately makes you feel comfortable and relaxed.
The hosts ensure that it is always maintained to the utmost professional standards, but it’s really the little things that stand out, from the distinct Japanese architecture throughout, to the gorgeous Japanese ceramics used for meals.
The ryokan is located in a quiet location, however it’s also only a 10-minute walk away from Beppu station, and there is free bicycle rental as well. To spoil its guests even more, you can book a massage treatment at any time, and also make use of their public indoor hot spring (which is open 24-7), or book their outdoor hot spring bath for private use.
Book It Now: Yamada Bessou Ryokan
3. Terrace Midoubaru
This architecturally stunning ryokan is for those who are after the premium comfort factor. Located only a 15-minute drive from JR Beppu Station, you’d be forgiven if you somehow forgot and believed that that you’re lost somewhere deep and high up in the mountains with nothing but you and nature for miles and miles.
Honestly, you will look and feel like a millionaire staying at this ryokan.
Everything – from the incredibly high ceilings to the expansive balcony views to the gorgeous wooden decking to lifestyle magazine-like furnishing – just screams ‘sleek’.
The guest rooms here offer private semi-open air baths that boast views of the sea or the mountains, and there is also a larger, incredibly breathtaking communal bath that is available from 7:00am to 10:00am and from 3:00pm to 11:00pm.
Guest Tips: Whilst this place is a popular place for couples and possibly small groups, it is not recommended for families with children. If you’re a social media addict, this place offers plenty of opportunities for incredible photos to be taken. It is recommended that you hire a car due to the location of the property.
Book It Now: Terrace Midoubaru
4. Kappo Ryokan Kannawa Bettei
Clean, comfortable, well-presented – Kappo Ryokan Kannawa Bettei is a hot spring that will cater to the masses. With the unique low-ceiling layout, its charm resonates off every timber wall, shoji sliding door, and cobblestone footpath. It’s located in an area that exudes peace and tranquility – you’ll feel at one with nature here.
There are also options for those who prefer to sleep on western bedding configurations instead, however, all rooms provide spacious sleeping and lounging areas as well as a private hot spring bath. For an even more special experience, there is a larger hot spring bath which can be reserved at the front desk for private use.
Guest Tips: The communal public bath is open from 3:00pm until 12:00am. If you don’t have your own rental car, this is a good option as it’s within walking distance to the bus stop to get to various attractions as well as the Hells of Beppu.
Book It Now: Kappo Ryokan Kannawa Bettei
5. Hana Beppu
For a super modern Japanese inn experience, Hana Beppu, located in the city centre, is a great option. For starters, its interior is reminiscent of the cool and clean minimalistic design of Muji – no traditional dark timber here!
Rather than going for a super nostalgic look and feel, here, you’ll find comfort in knowing that all facilities and features of the ryokan are of premium quality and also make for great photo opportunities.
The number one reason why people choose this place, however, is definitely because of its superb location. Situated amongst Beppu Park, Beppu Tower, B-Con Plaza and Takegawara Onsen, amongst many other attractions, this is a great option for those who prefer convenience over a full-on experience.
Guest Tips: If you’re looking for a kid-friendly accommodation option, Hana Beppu is a great affordable choice.
Book It Now: Hana Beppu Ryokan
6. Ryotei Matsubaya
Ryotei Matsubaya is like a ryokan straight out of an anime. Stunning wallpaper, lush Japanese quilt covers, authentic classic Japanese decor, and stunning ambient lighting are what sets this ryokan apart from many others. Whilst it’s got quite a historical look and feel, there is nothing that feels outdated about this accommodation.
There are various natural hot spring baths onsite (some available for private reservations), various Japanese and Western-style rooms to choose from, car rental onsite, and even massage options available to be booked at the reception if you’d like.
It is recommended that you have a rental vehicle if you want to stay here; it is a 7-minute drive from JR Beppu Station, a 15-minute drive from Beppu Ropeway Station, and 15-minute drive from Jigoku-Meguri Hot Springs.
Book It Now: Ryotei Matsubaya Ryokan
7. Beppu Nagomitsuki
This quaint Ryokan is the way to go if you’re after a no-frills, down-to-earth traditional Japanese inn experience that won’t break the bank but will still effortlessly transport you back to historic Japan.
It makes up for its relatively small size by offering the utmost attention by staff members, consistent high quality Japanese cuisine, gorgeous private onsen in guest rooms, and wonderfully ambient atmosphere.
This accommodation is a bit further away than many others, but it’s a small price to pay for the ultimate relaxation getaway amongst the charming leafy greens and fresh air that you should only really get to experience in Japan’s countryside.
Guest Tips: Make sure you attend the daily breakfast, it’s 10/10!
Book It Now: Beppu Nagomitsuki Ryokan
8. Beppu Showaen
Beppu Showaen is considered one of the top picks in the entirety of Beppu, and for good reason. Its beauty goes above and beyond what is expected of a traditional Japanese inn, with multiple, limitless photo opportunities amongst its garden and cobblestone trails.
There are also hot spring onsens available in each guest room as well as massage services available (to be booked with the front desk).
The interior is decked out to be reminiscent of historic Japan, with tamami flooring, traditional futon bedding configuration, low tables and seating, and Shoji sliding doors. What’s special about the meals here is that they’re served right in the guest rooms by a ‘Nakai’ (personal attendant) – what an experience!
Guest Tips: If you go for a walk around during the day, you might get to witness monkeys hopping from roof to roof! If you have time, go for a stroll and appreciate the time and effort placed into creating the Zen gardens of this accommodation – they’re stunning.
Book It Now: Beppu Showaen Ryokan
9. Seaside Hotel Mimatsu Ooetei
We saved the best (view) for last – if you’re the type to prioritise a completely breathtaking view above all else, then Seaside Hotel Mimatsu Ooetei is an absolute must! Located (surprise, surprise) right by the sea means that you’ll get commanding views of the water from many points of the hotel.
Not all rooms offer sea views; however, the mountain views are not too shabby themselves. The rooms themselves are impressively large and spacious.
The highlight of this hotel would definitely be the public hot spring baths available. There is one communal bath that is available from 3:00pm until 9:30am the next day, and there is also a rooftop open-air bath that is open from 3:00pm until 12:00am, and then from 4:00am until 9:30am.
To be honest, the rooftop onsen is what gets people talking. The uninterrupted views of the ocean that stretch into the horizon will simply take your breath away.
Book It Now: Seaside Hotel Mimatsu Ooetei
10. Tenku Yubo Seikaiso
The hot springs of Beppu are known far and wide across Japan for their beauty and unique characteristics. Similarly, Tenku Yubo Seikaiso is an impressive ryokan with beautiful architecture and unique features that make it a highly sought-after accommodation choice in Beppu.
At first glance, you’d imagine that Tenku Yubo Seikaiso is your typical ryokan; however, it is relatively larger than most other ryokan options and offers so much more on its platter.
Guests have a range of rooms to select from, from rooms with calming views of Beppu Bay to rooms with exciting views of the city. They also offer rooms that come with an ashi-yu (foot bath) on the balcony, so you can pamper those sore feet after a full day of exploring.
Additionally, some rooms come with their own private open-air bath, which is a massive treat!
True to its location, if you haven’t booked a room with a private onsen, there are plenty of other options. Tenku Yubo Seikaiso boasts public hot spring baths for all guests to enjoy at any time (which are gender-separated).
If you’re not quite ready to bare it all just yet, have a look at booking one of the four private hot spring baths that the ryokan has on offer. They come at a small additional fee, but to experience the hot springs of Beppu in your own privacy is priceless.
Breakfast is included for all rooms, and we highly suggest that you don’t miss out on the delectable Japanese breakfast served every morning.
Book It Now: Tenku Yubo Seikaiso
11. Chobo-no-Yado Shiori
Being able to witness the soft glow of Beppu City from the balcony as it lights up at night is just one reason to visit Chobo-no-Yado Shiori. Of course, the main reason would be that it is actually a superb ryokan that offers all the features and amenities for a heavenly stay!
Chobo-no-Yado Shiori is a 1-minute ride away via a free shuttle from JR Beppu Train Station. The accommodation boasts an outdoor and indoor public onsen bath, private onsen baths that can be reserved by guests, and stunning Japanese-style guest rooms with breathtaking ocean views.
Guests Tips: You will need to take the free shuttle to the city centre if you want to wander around the shops, etc, as it may be a little far on foot. It’s a small and cozy ryokan, so you will likely be able to book a slot for the private onsen; simply make a reservation at the front desk as you check in.
Book It Now: Chobo-no-Yado Shiori
There are so many ryokans available in the little city of Beppu that you will most likely be confused when initially looking at options, however, we’re confident that the list above contains a great variety of the best of the best, so rest assured, if you’re selecting one of the above, you’ll be in good hands.
From super traditional and evoking nostalgic emotions to incredibly modern and sleek architecture that pays homage to Japanese aesthetics, you are absolutely spoilt for choice when it comes to the most beautiful Japanese traditional inns in Beppu.
If you want more travel tips about this city, make sure you read our blog post the 15 best things to do in Beppu!
After choosing your favorite inn, make sure to also check out these 10 rules to know before you stay at a Ryokan: Ryokan Etiquette.
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The innovative strength of Sulbana AG is constantly required to find the best technical and economic solutions for you in the industrial sector. The highest quality awareness, industry knowledge and the ambition of the employees have made Sulbana AG – founded in 1983 – the internationally leading provider in the field of installation technology.
As a logical consequence of rapid growth, Sulbana AG made one of its biggest suppliers part of the Sulbana Group, with Finland’s Antti Lindfors being part of the Group since 2013. Expertise in the food production sector is thus strengthened again and Sulbana AG expands its clientele towards Eastern Europe.
In January 2019, ALPMA acquired a majority stake in the Sulbana Group. For Sulbana, the takeover is an important step for sustainable further development. With this merger, the ALPMA Group is further expanding its leading position as a machine and plant manufacturer for cheese production and processing. In the field of pasta filata cheeses and classic semi-hard and hard cheeses, the two companies will combine their decades of experience and offer the most comprehensive and technologically leading range of products in the industry under the ALPMA-SULBANA brand.
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In 2021 we are showcasing the golf course carvings by highlighting a carving (or two) each month. Let us start with the history. In 2006 Leo Buries, our golf course manager, was left with dead and downed trees from the monsoon season. Rather than pay for the removal of the stumps, “Chainsaw Bob” Jordan, rumored to be a homeless man living in his vehicle, was commissioned to do the carvings. Chainsaw Bob had been selling his artwork along Riggs Road near the course and has long since passed away.
The first several carvings cost anywhere from $100 to $200, with the Scottish Golfer statue on hole 18 costing $400. SunBird residents, fascinated by his work on the course, started sponsoring and paying for the remaining carvings that were done. Several residents had Chainsaw Bob carve tree stumps that were in their private backyards. You may notice his initials carved into the backs of these figures.
The Roadrunner carving is located behind hole 17.
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Are you a enormous enthusiast of product sales and discounts?
And guess what!! It is Black Friday Thirty day period!!
This working day arrives with tremendous prospects for firms to deliver revenue and shoppers to conserve on discounts.
Do you own a salon small business? Were your gross sales all through the 12 months a bit considerably less? Do not worry!! It will not seem the similar by the end of the calendar year. Black Friday is the ideal occasion to improve your natural beauty company income and conversions. The stats say companies on 2021’s Black Friday acquired $30-$40 billion in profits. Even the Shoppers put in all around $8.9 billion. So, it is crystal clear to emphasis on making the most out of this working day in the year 2022.
I would personally advocate counting on the implementation of loyalty packages, functioning paid out adverts, and selling gives on social media. This way, you will not push the shoppers and keep them.
Other than, a successful technique to make the most out of Salon Black Friday promotions is to interact consumers by hosting occasions. Also, assuring freebies will influence them to invest extra.
So, enable us commence masking the impressive Black Friday internet marketing ways you can employ to boost your November ROI.
Guidelines for Efficient Black Friday Salon Bargains Marketing
#1. Sector Black Friday Bargains on Your Social Media
Social media is the interaction medium amongst corporations, their existing clients, and likely customers. So, promote all your discounted products or companies on your salon’s social media platforms.
Emphasize spreading the term about this contractual reward and restricted present. Thus, generating a feeling of urgency. You can do this by incorporating the sale info on Facebook or Instagram tales. Go dwell on social media channels to boost the low cost time and what elegance services or products it will include. Besides, you can build and share posts persistently with regards to natural beauty guidelines, services offered in your salon, and so on. These methods will aid you to Increase Your Salon Social Media Existence.
Additionally, you can consist of the buy techniques presented under.
- E-book on-line and spend on the telephone
- Shop merchandise on the net
I would suggest posting at least a week ahead of to attract natural and organic targeted traffic.
#2. Run Compensated Marketing Ads
Investing in paid advertisements can aid industry the deals and discount rates in peak times and on quick detect. It calls for much less exertion.
You might be wanting to know about it as an expensive strategy. But did you ever imagine that even following offering precious providers and good quality merchandise, how many persons are familiar with your salon?
So, you have to unfold brand name consciousness and showcase the worthiness of your natural beauty business. And when it will come to attracting prospects on Black Friday, practically nothing can be far better than endorsing on social media and investing in adverts.
#3. Give Attractiveness Business enterprise Giveaway
Running on the internet contests or offering freebies are helpful in increasing brand publicity and followers. You can contemplate hosting a Black Friday salon giveaway. I bet individuals won’t have any choice but to check out your salon. On top of that, good content material will be additional to your web site convincing persons to take into consideration your enterprise once more for Xmas or New 12 months bargains. Is not it great!!
#4. Invest in a Salon Software
The most widespread problem shoppers face all through peak occasions and sales are appointment reserving. They mostly desire abandoning the site if the scheduling process is extensive and unusual.
In this article, your business enterprise can make investments in an appointment scheduling software like Salonist. It arrives with an online appointment scheduling characteristic. You can just create a link for it and submit it on the social media bio. This way, you can get to as quite a few as likely prospects and empower them to schedule the bookings in advance.
Moreover, you can get comprehensive insights into how a lot targeted traffic you are about to see. So, employees management and useful resource allocation develop into effortless. Therefore, saving you from struggling with any hassles, and out-of-stock solutions on the place.
#5. Use Electronic mail Marketing and advertising
Electronic mail advertising is another way to tell your existing and goal audience about your Black Friday salon specials. It will assure your clients remain by you in the course of the sale time.
Also, Salon program like Salonist assists send individualized electronic mail messages to a wide audience rather of sending them separately. This way, informing them about the deals, salon updates, and unique deals will be much a lot easier and time-saving.
#6. Make the most of Referral Advertising
You may possibly be mindful of the power of referral internet marketing and how it can gain your beauty brand name. The most effective matter is you can advertise your Black Friday salon discounts by sending referral codes to all the subscribers. In return, provide them incentives, bonuses, and extra reductions. This will not only retain the present customers but will attract new ones. Hence, demonstrating gratitude and worth to your loyal people.
#7. Entice Customer With Last-Moment Black Friday Salon Specials
Generating articles that displays urgency and makes consumers excited about Black Friday promotions is important. This marketing tactic will get the customer’s attention and make the consumer consider the needed motion.
All the e-mails in their box with confined-time promotions are constantly recognized as a precedence. So, earning them consider the leverage from salon Black Friday sale specials presented by you.
#8. Amaze Clients With Reward Playing cards
If you have begun preparing for Black Friday Marketing and advertising, you can make the most of the tactic of printing Black Friday reward playing cards and giving them to your prospects. It will address all the reductions and specials they can avail of in November. Also, you can continue to keep a deal for customers like buying the reward card in a precise time of the day, and can reward them with a freebie or supplemental services.
Get Prepared for Funds Move This Black Friday
So, pen down this year’s Black Friday Date: 25th November 2022. Men and women are expecting excellent promotions and want to store. Give them causes to shop with your elegance small business. Convey down the minimal and ideal-of-all promos and offers. Run the exciting deals and go away your customers with no decision but to shop. Moreover, put into action all these previously mentioned-shared innovative suggestions to spruce up your ROI in November. In addition, rely on Salonist for stress-no cost appointments and modernize the scheduling.
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The newly sworn in Minister of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries Frank Tumwebaze has promised to drag all persons and institutions that stole government land especially that which was previously used as government stock farm or for research purposes at districts.
According to Tumwebaze, many government programs such as NAADS have been in effective due to limited land yet a lot of it is illegally occupied by individuals and other sectors.
“Without land, we won’t be able to serve people now and tomorrow. On this note we need now to go and launch a legal war of claiming government land especially of the Ministry of Agriculture.
The minister appealed for support from Local Council leaders in his battle.
“With urge for effective support, I’m as well appealing to all District leaders not to connive and steal ministry’ land,” he said.
Tumwebaza declared the way while commissioning the construction of Bungokho Zonal Agricultural Center in Mbale, a center that has been created to promote commercialization of agriculture , create jobs for youths within Bugisu, Sebei, Bukeddi and Teso regions.
According to Engineer Boniface Okanya, the project coordinator of Mechanisation projects, the project is to cost UGX 3.2 billion and that the it is to occupy 5cres of land.
He adds that the project is to handle different agricultural sectors which include crops , fish farming and equipping farmers with various agricultural skills.
The Bungokho Zonal Agricultural Center is the 3rd in the country to be constructed of the targeted 18 Zonal Agricultural mechanization centers.
The centre is to initially to start with fish farming then it will later initiate other projects and its expected to be operational by December this year.
While he launched the construction, minister Tumwebaze urged Mbale LC5 chairperson Muhammad Mafabi to put strict supervision on agricultural extension workers within the district so that they can effectively perform their work.
“You must have another war with the staff you own. They must wake up, get away from local politics and do work of the sector which include doing extension services, it shouldn’t be ministers and MPs to come down, we are now encouraging the parish model,” he said.
Tumeebaze added that failure of agricultural extension workers to perform effectively partly contributes to the poor performance of different government agricultural projects.
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