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Discussion in 'Alternative Theories' started by amber, Feb 1, 2018.
(surface's max gravity falls off in both directions, inward and out) see topic, "where is more gravity, inside or out?".
better build your tall buildings near the Equator, no speed effects on the poles, just a nice twist., this.
thank you, Amber, we are having a great time with this. Found a piece of amber once on the beach with an enclosed insect, it's body having defied increase in entropy for the longest time.
I am voting with you, time is fundamental. flight through time without formulae.
How do you know what he is thinking?
That is what I did not say.
You may be thinking about weightlessnes a condition that depends in part upon gravity.
But did you weigh either of them?
A Satellite is not weightless , it still experiences the force of gravity and follows a curvature path because of this. If it were not for the force of gravity and Newtons of weight , the Satellite would travel a straight path and travel away from the Earth. In a free fall situation a person aboard a falling craft will fall with the craft and seem weightless. I vaguely remember seeing something once, where aeroplanes go up and down to simulate the affects of weightless. A person or object could only be weightless if they were at a position in the Universe where forces did not act.
I have a time dilation question for you kind people.
In the Caesium atom experiment , if a person(s) could count out aloud, fast enough to count the frequency of the caesium atom, when one person is counting slower , does this not just mean they are counting slower?
Yes they would most certainly be out of synchronisation. But would counting slow affect time?
It would ruin the song thats for sure.
If you are counting the intervals slow thats ok so long as you keep up I guess but ... I may as well type slow for slow readers..neither makes sense.
Try some digital scales by placeing them upside down on the ground that should do it.
How did you see the read out?
The scales would then be measuring their own weight.
A satellite maintains its orbit by balancing two factors: its velocity (the speed it takes to travel in a straight line) and the gravitational pull that Earth has on it. A satellite orbiting closer to the Earth requires more velocity to resist the stronger gravitational pull.
If gravity did not have a hold on the satellite it would fly off into space and not follow a curvature path. The speed stops it falling to Earth and gravity stops if flying off into space.
I do not think you could have such a box, but if you had a box that could stop loss and gain of energy then I assume time would stop for the interior of the box.
But would counting slow affect time?
A Satellite is not weightless , it still experiences the force of gravity and follows a curvature path because of this.
Because how can a state of entropy change if it were enclosed in a special box . There would be no loss or gain so the state and energy contained should remain the same. I think it would be similar to Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier's work and that nothing is ever lost or gained, but in the scenario of a special box, it includes photon energy.
You did not read it how I thought I had wrote it if you can follow that.
So you have decided - arbitrarily - that a change in entropy is what "causes" time (with no evidence, no supporting argument) and therefore you're arguing the conclusion from that premise. IOW a circular argument based on an unsupported premise.
You say no, counting slow would not affect time, yet we say when the detector in the Caesium clock counts slow, it affects time, why? | Discussion in ' Alternative Theories ' started by amber , Feb 1 , 2018 .
( surface 's max gravity falls off in both directions , inward and out ) see topic , " where is more gravity , inside or out ? " .
better build your tall buildings near the Equator , no speed effects on the poles , just a nice twist . , this .
thank you , Amber , we are having a great time with this . Found a piece of amber once on the beach with an enclosed insect , it 's body having defied increase in entropy for the longest time .
I am voting with you , time is fundamental . flight through time without formulae .
How do you know what he is thinking ?
That is what I did not say .
You may be thinking about weightlessnes a condition that depends in part upon gravity .
But did you weigh either of them ?
A Satellite is not weightless , it still experiences the force of gravity and follows a curvature path because of this . If it were not for the force of gravity and Newtons of weight , the Satellite would travel a straight path and travel away from the Earth . In a free fall situation a person aboard a falling craft will fall with the craft and seem weightless . I vaguely remember seeing something once , where aeroplanes go up and down to simulate the affects of weightless . A person or object could only be weightless if they were at a position in the Universe where forces did not act .
I have a time dilation question for you kind people .
In the Caesium atom experiment , if a person(s ) could count out aloud , fast enough to count the frequency of the caesium atom , when one person is counting slower , does this not just mean they are counting slower ?
Yes they would most certainly be out of synchronisation . But would counting slow affect time ?
It would ruin the song that s for sure .
If you are counting the intervals slow that s ok so long as you keep up I guess but ... I may as well type slow for slow readers .. neither makes sense .
Try some digital scales by placeing them upside down on the ground that should do it .
How did you see the read out ?
The scales would then be measuring their own weight .
A satellite maintains its orbit by balancing two factors : its velocity ( the speed it takes to travel in a straight line ) and the gravitational pull that Earth has on it . A satellite orbiting closer to the Earth requires more velocity to resist the stronger gravitational pull .
If gravity did not have a hold on the satellite it would fly off into space and not follow a curvature path . The speed stops it falling to Earth and gravity stops if flying off into space .
I do not think you could have such a box , but if you had a box that could stop loss and gain of energy then I assume time would stop for the interior of the box .
But would counting slow affect time ?
A Satellite is not weightless , it still experiences the force of gravity and follows a curvature path because of this .
Because how can a state of entropy change if it were enclosed in a special box . There would be no loss or gain so the state and energy contained should remain the same . I think it would be similar to Antoine - Laurent de Lavoisier 's work and that nothing is ever lost or gained , but in the scenario of a special box , it includes photon energy .
You did not read it how I thought I had wrote it if you can follow that .
So you have decided - arbitrarily - that a change in entropy is what " causes " time ( with no evidence , no supporting argument ) and therefore you 're arguing the conclusion from that premise . IOW a circular argument based on an unsupported premise .
You say no , counting slow would not affect time , yet we say when the detector in the Caesium clock counts slow , it affects time , why ? | 780 | 88 |
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"O să vină ea aici."
why is the ea not before the verb?
The word order is usually more flexible in Romanian, and, along with intonation, plays a role in setting the emphasis of the message. Let's play around with this example, shall we?
"Ea o să vină aici." - standard neutral form, no emphasis, take it how you want it.
"O să vină EA aici." - specifies that SHE is the one who will come HERE, instead of (for example) HIM going over THERE.
This was a (not exhaustive) list of variants that make sense to my ear. | " O să vină ea aici . "
why is the ea not before the verb ?
The word order is usually more flexible in Romanian , and , along with intonation , plays a role in setting the emphasis of the message . Let 's play around with this example , shall we ?
" Ea o să vină aici . " - standard neutral form , no emphasis , take it how you want it .
" O să vină EA aici . " - specifies that SHE is the one who will come HERE , instead of ( for example ) HIM going over THERE .
This was a ( not exhaustive ) list of variants that make sense to my ear . | 131 | 28 |
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I lease some farm land that we hunt on. People dump thier cats frequently on it. If I spay and neuter all of the dumped cats I would have accumuliated about 50 running around killing native birds etc.. How is that better for the native wildlife than just killing them?
Most of this problem is the result of people that are either apathetic and lazy (dumping these cats) or people that don’t have the financial resources to get their cats fixed. You’re going to handle it you’re way. The only way to reduce feral cat numbers and the numbers of cats that die in shelters long term is to stop them from reproducing. If there was an easier solution it would have been implemented 50 years ago. | Here is an interesting fact for you .. Feral cats kill a couple hundred million songbirds a year . Whether or not your cat is nice has nothing to do with this conversation .
I lease some farm land that we hunt on . People dump thier cats frequently on it . If I spay and neuter all of the dumped cats I would have accumuliated about 50 running around killing native birds etc .. How is that better for the native wildlife than just killing them ?
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Besides Qiao's Compound, Qi County has another famous compound located on its east street, the Qu's Compound. Being built during the reign of Qianlong during the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911), this 240-rooms compound has history dating back over 300 years and covers an area of over 5300 square meters (6340 square yards); yet it is only one-fifth of the Qu family's estate. The Qu family was an outstanding representative of Shanxi Merchants and their estate used to occupy almost the entire eastern half of Qi County.
Qu's Compound uses a rarely found five-row layout in its subsidiary courtyards. Upon entering, you will find that each new door is higher than the former and each courtyard is wider than the last. This is because there is a saying that exceptional people come forth by walking from the low to the high and from the narrow to the wide. This design shows the good wishes of the Qu family to their later generations that they would be richer and get higher official titles in government.
In old times, businessmen usually carved small beasts crouching with their mouths closed, on their roofs. These beasts implied that people who were doing business should work in a down-to-earth way and speak little so that their fortunes would not be Rishengchang:lost through extraneous talking. But at Qu's compound you will find the mouths of these beasts are open. This is because the Qu family members are both businessmen and officials who got salaries from the government. The open-mouthed beasts symbolized that they were fed by the government. Being businessmen however, the Qu family also wrote 'Be Cautious of Your Tongue' on their buildings. This was to make sure their later generations treasured the rule of speaking less but working more, because they strongly believed that all one's troubles were caused by their tongue.
The biggest stage and theater in a civilian residence was also found in the Qu's Compound, which in many ways proved the wealth of the Qu family. It is said that during the Sino-Japanese War period, the Japanese invaders found 400,000 liang silver ingots (approximately 10 million US dollars today) when excavating an air-raid shelter at the Changyuchuan Teahouse, which was one of the Qu's main assets.
The Changyuchuan Teahouse has since been turned into a Tea Museum of the Shanxi Merchants and today the Qu's Compound is the Shanxi Merchant's Culture Museum. The museum displays the history of the Shanxi Merchants' development, their brilliant achievements and their fascinating experiences. | Besides Qiao 's Compound , Qi County has another famous compound located on its east street , the Qu 's Compound . Being built during the reign of Qianlong during the Qing Dynasty ( 1644 - 1911 ) , this 240 - rooms compound has history dating back over 300 years and covers an area of over 5300 square meters ( 6340 square yards ) ; yet it is only one - fifth of the Qu family 's estate . The Qu family was an outstanding representative of Shanxi Merchants and their estate used to occupy almost the entire eastern half of Qi County .
Qu 's Compound uses a rarely found five - row layout in its subsidiary courtyards . Upon entering , you will find that each new door is higher than the former and each courtyard is wider than the last . This is because there is a saying that exceptional people come forth by walking from the low to the high and from the narrow to the wide . This design shows the good wishes of the Qu family to their later generations that they would be richer and get higher official titles in government .
In old times , businessmen usually carved small beasts crouching with their mouths closed , on their roofs . These beasts implied that people who were doing business should work in a down - to - earth way and speak little so that their fortunes would not be Rishengchang : lost through extraneous talking . But at Qu 's compound you will find the mouths of these beasts are open . This is because the Qu family members are both businessmen and officials who got salaries from the government . The open - mouthed beasts symbolized that they were fed by the government . Being businessmen however , the Qu family also wrote ' Be Cautious of Your Tongue ' on their buildings . This was to make sure their later generations treasured the rule of speaking less but working more , because they strongly believed that all one 's troubles were caused by their tongue .
The biggest stage and theater in a civilian residence was also found in the Qu 's Compound , which in many ways proved the wealth of the Qu family . It is said that during the Sino - Japanese War period , the Japanese invaders found 400,000 liang silver ingots ( approximately 10 million US dollars today ) when excavating an air - raid shelter at the Changyuchuan Teahouse , which was one of the Qu 's main assets .
The Changyuchuan Teahouse has since been turned into a Tea Museum of the Shanxi Merchants and today the Qu 's Compound is the Shanxi Merchant 's Culture Museum . The museum displays the history of the Shanxi Merchants ' development , their brilliant achievements and their fascinating experiences . | 490 | 50 |
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Where did the year go!? The last few months of 2014 feel like a blur of footy finals, Thanksgiving, and bad facial hair. And companies hiring. Always hiring.
2014 was a massive year for RecruitLoop, in our journey to transform recruiting and make hiring easy. I want to say a heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a part in it: our Clients, Community, investors, advocates. And especially to our team (and their families), who worked tirelessly throughout the year to make it all possible.
Before we launch into the new year, a quick pause to reflect and celebrate 2014, in the rearview.
Team of 10 people across 4 countries, with 20,039 messages posted to our internal chat rooms (most of them automated!).
2 new offices, and 4 new office pets.
We’re on a mission to bring transparency and fairness to the process (and industry) of recruiting – for everyone involved. We expanded our platform in 2014, and launched some exciting new features to do exactly that.
In the outside world, finding and identifying the best recruiter for a specific role is an almost impossible task. We’re solving that problem with detailed feedback and ratings. Now, every recruiter is rated on several criteria after every project: professionalism, responsiveness, efficiency, expertise and value. Clients can also offer public (and private) comments for review.
As consumers, we’re starting to expect this type of transparency in almost every other profession. But it’s unheard of for recruiters. You’ll be seeing these ratings on new and improved Recruiter Profiles in early 2015.
We carefully vet the experience of every verified recruiter in our Community. A big part of this is references from a recruiter’s previous clients and candidates. Now, when we ask a recruiter for a reference, that referee must verify their comments using their LinkedIn credentials. This ensures the references you see on a recruiter’s profile are from real people, who stand behind them.
Our clients demand transparency about potential Recruiters the might work with. One way we delivered that in 2014 was with a simple, cleaner view of Proposals. Now, clients can view any recruiters’ proposal with a single click, from any device (no login required!). They can ask a question, accept or decline each proposal in a matter of seconds.
A big internal development in 2014 focused on our marketplace management platform. This allows (amongst many things) much faster, more targeted matching between clients and recruiters. Now, when a clients posts a role, they receive only 2-3 proposals from recruiters with specific, relevant experience – often within minutes. There’s no fancy screenshots of this one. The only way to try it is to post a role.
In the outside world: on sites like Inc., OnStartups, Entrpreneur.com.
What is Market Mapping and How Do You Do It?
Infographics: The True Cost of Hiring.
Our Community is the lifeblood of RecruitLoop. It grew and thrived in 2014 – sometimes of our own making, but increasingly (and excitingly) with a life of its own.
Tamara Blythman – who won a trip from Sydney to San Francisco!
Kim Acworth – who redeemed her points for sponsorship of her rally car.
Christie Heiner – who redeemed her points for one year of LinkedIn Recruiter membership.
We hosted Community over a dozen meetups (physical and virtual) throughout 2014. Some were purely social, but brought people together. Our professional development series also had great feedback, with topics like How to be a Legendary Looper; and Maximize your Consultant Mojo.
It wasn’t all a year of smiles and roses. It was difficult in many ways. Like any (every?) startup, we’ve made mistakes and learnt something new every day. As we grow – and grow up – as a company, I hope we’re constantly improving, based on those sometimes painful lessons.
Doing too many ‘things that don’t scale’.
We followed the famous advice. We tried to address broken processes with human input. We carefully curated every element of our marketplace to provide a phenomenal service to everyone involved. But we reached a point late in the year where this accumulation of small decisions – despite the best of intentions – was actually making it harder for us scale. This was a difficult realization; and we’re now in the process of streamlining and automating many parts of the business, to ensure we have a truly scalable model.
Some people don’t like change.
Actually, tons of people don’t like change. This is an obvious statement, and something every new innovation needs to overcome. But it’s a sentiment we felt in a few different ways this year: in a strategic partnership that flopped soon after takeoff; in another that got close, but fell just before the finish line; in some poorly disguised hacks and critiques from disgruntled traditionalists.
Some of these lessons hurt in the moment, but have made us stronger on reflection. We’re unmoved in our resolve to change the status quo; and now in a better position to do it with another year of experience behind us.
An Expanded Community. We’re making some major changes to our platform and guidelines, to expand the reach and scope of our Community. Expect to see different categories of recruiters and Talent Professionals, based on their level of skills, experience, and verification.
New and Improved Profiles. We’ll be rolling out new designs for Community Profiles, to capture the depth of specialization and experience, and display detailed performance metrics and ratings.
New / improved UI. In general, we’ll be progressively deploying a dramatically improved, mobile-responsive user-experience for both sides of our marketplace over the coming months.
…Along with a few more I can’t share just now.
It was a fantastic year. Thank you to everyone who played a role. We’re looking forward to serving you with even bigger and better changes throughout the year ahead. | Where did the year go ! ? The last few months of 2014 feel like a blur of footy finals , Thanksgiving , and bad facial hair . And companies hiring . Always hiring .
2014 was a massive year for RecruitLoop , in our journey to transform recruiting and make hiring easy . I want to say a heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a part in it : our Clients , Community , investors , advocates . And especially to our team ( and their families ) , who worked tirelessly throughout the year to make it all possible .
Before we launch into the new year , a quick pause to reflect and celebrate 2014 , in the rearview .
Team of 10 people across 4 countries , with 20,039 messages posted to our internal chat rooms ( most of them automated ! ) .
2 new offices , and 4 new office pets .
We ’re on a mission to bring transparency and fairness to the process ( and industry ) of recruiting – for everyone involved . We expanded our platform in 2014 , and launched some exciting new features to do exactly that .
In the outside world , finding and identifying the best recruiter for a specific role is an almost impossible task . We ’re solving that problem with detailed feedback and ratings . Now , every recruiter is rated on several criteria after every project : professionalism , responsiveness , efficiency , expertise and value . Clients can also offer public ( and private ) comments for review .
As consumers , we ’re starting to expect this type of transparency in almost every other profession . But it ’s unheard of for recruiters . You ’ll be seeing these ratings on new and improved Recruiter Profiles in early 2015 .
We carefully vet the experience of every verified recruiter in our Community . A big part of this is references from a recruiter ’s previous clients and candidates . Now , when we ask a recruiter for a reference , that referee must verify their comments using their LinkedIn credentials . This ensures the references you see on a recruiter ’s profile are from real people , who stand behind them .
Our clients demand transparency about potential Recruiters the might work with . One way we delivered that in 2014 was with a simple , cleaner view of Proposals . Now , clients can view any recruiters ’ proposal with a single click , from any device ( no login required ! ) . They can ask a question , accept or decline each proposal in a matter of seconds .
A big internal development in 2014 focused on our marketplace management platform . This allows ( amongst many things ) much faster , more targeted matching between clients and recruiters . Now , when a clients posts a role , they receive only 2 - 3 proposals from recruiters with specific , relevant experience – often within minutes . There ’s no fancy screenshots of this one . The only way to try it is to post a role .
In the outside world : on sites like Inc. , OnStartups , Entrpreneur.com .
What is Market Mapping and How Do You Do It ?
Infographics : The True Cost of Hiring .
Our Community is the lifeblood of RecruitLoop . It grew and thrived in 2014 – sometimes of our own making , but increasingly ( and excitingly ) with a life of its own .
Tamara Blythman – who won a trip from Sydney to San Francisco !
Kim Acworth – who redeemed her points for sponsorship of her rally car .
Christie Heiner – who redeemed her points for one year of LinkedIn Recruiter membership .
We hosted Community over a dozen meetups ( physical and virtual ) throughout 2014 . Some were purely social , but brought people together . Our professional development series also had great feedback , with topics like How to be a Legendary Looper ; and Maximize your Consultant Mojo .
It was n’t all a year of smiles and roses . It was difficult in many ways . Like any ( every ? ) startup , we ’ve made mistakes and learnt something new every day . As we grow – and grow up – as a company , I hope we ’re constantly improving , based on those sometimes painful lessons .
Doing too many ‘ things that do n’t scale ’ .
We followed the famous advice . We tried to address broken processes with human input . We carefully curated every element of our marketplace to provide a phenomenal service to everyone involved . But we reached a point late in the year where this accumulation of small decisions – despite the best of intentions – was actually making it harder for us scale . This was a difficult realization ; and we ’re now in the process of streamlining and automating many parts of the business , to ensure we have a truly scalable model .
Some people do n’t like change .
Actually , tons of people do n’t like change . This is an obvious statement , and something every new innovation needs to overcome . But it ’s a sentiment we felt in a few different ways this year : in a strategic partnership that flopped soon after takeoff ; in another that got close , but fell just before the finish line ; in some poorly disguised hacks and critiques from disgruntled traditionalists .
Some of these lessons hurt in the moment , but have made us stronger on reflection . We ’re unmoved in our resolve to change the status quo ; and now in a better position to do it with another year of experience behind us .
An Expanded Community . We ’re making some major changes to our platform and guidelines , to expand the reach and scope of our Community . Expect to see different categories of recruiters and Talent Professionals , based on their level of skills , experience , and verification .
New and Improved Profiles . We ’ll be rolling out new designs for Community Profiles , to capture the depth of specialization and experience , and display detailed performance metrics and ratings .
New / improved UI . In general , we ’ll be progressively deploying a dramatically improved , mobile - responsive user - experience for both sides of our marketplace over the coming months .
… Along with a few more I ca n’t share just now .
It was a fantastic year . Thank you to everyone who played a role . We ’re looking forward to serving you with even bigger and better changes throughout the year ahead . | 1,180 | 170 |
Barefoot or wearing minimalist footwear, life is better with less between you and the earth – but just ditching your boots straight away will lead only to long looks and injured feet. Follow these guidelines instead.
Barefoot living, as the argument goes, is the most natural way of moving around. Before the proliferation of cushioned shoes in the 20th century, humans walked this earth either barefoot or in minimally padded shoes; from hundreds of thousands of years ago on the African savannah to just over a hundred years ago in Bromley. Instead of improving affairs, modern shoes have resulted in little but weakened and injured feet, ankles and spines – so the argument goes.
It’s fairly convincing, in this writer’s opinion at least. Sure, shoes are a huge industry and, particularly when it comes to athletic performance, are the source of huge research and development efforts – clearly, they’re not without their merits. But that doesn’t compare to the millions of years of evolution that resulted in our feet (pretty much) as they are now. Most shoes are too narrow, distorting the foot’s natural shape and atrophying its muscles and tendons, and their cushioning disrupts natural movements that lead to a heavier, clumsier gait.
Ditching your shoes seems to be the obvious solution then, right? Well, not so fast. For a start, you’d raise eyebrows strolling into work au natural and, more importantly, simply kicking off your kicks will likely result in injury. As physiotherapist and founder of Physio & Therapy UK, Paul Hobrough, observes, most people these days have been wearing cushioned, narrow shoes since before they could walk. Your foot muscles and soft tissue aren’t prepared for the rigours of barefoot living.
Full or partial barefoot living is a route worth pursuing. It’ll strengthen those weakened muscles, revitalise nerve pathways in your feet’s soles and open the door to healthier, surer movement. But before you walk that path, there’s a few things you should know.
Learning to move barefoot or in minimalist footwear, like Skinners should be a gradual process, not a spontaneous, all-in decision. Stop wearing shoes while walking around the house and the garden for a start, then try your hand at yoga or pilates to start challenging your feet’s tendons and ligaments in less stable positions. If you’re keen on running, keep the distances short to begin with – a slow 800m is the most you should attempt at the start. Trying too much too soon will more than likely result in injury, calling time on your barefoot transition before it begins in earnest.
Nor do you have to be completely barefoot. Skinners offer a shoe-sock hybrid that’s perfect for everyday life, workouts and the outdoors, and brands like Vivobarefoot produce minimalist shoes fit for formal events and casual wear in the city. Footwear like this offers all the benefits of barefoot living without the accompanied chill and stigma that shadow the latter. We still recommend losing the shoes for a while when you’re outdoors, though – it’s a refreshing experience.
Yoga will help to strengthen your ankles; ‘toega’ is the remedy that your feet need. We are not joking. These movements from Vivobarefoot will test the strength and stability of the soft tissue in your feet, building foundations that will alleviate the risk of injury. Perform these while cooking, between sets at the gym or waiting for the kettle to boil at work; regular practise will yield the biggest results.
Minimal living is, in our opinion, something to aspire to, and removing a barrier between you and the earth is a pretty good place to start. Just make sure you’re prepped to receive maximum benefits. | Barefoot or wearing minimalist footwear , life is better with less between you and the earth – but just ditching your boots straight away will lead only to long looks and injured feet . Follow these guidelines instead .
Barefoot living , as the argument goes , is the most natural way of moving around . Before the proliferation of cushioned shoes in the 20th century , humans walked this earth either barefoot or in minimally padded shoes ; from hundreds of thousands of years ago on the African savannah to just over a hundred years ago in Bromley . Instead of improving affairs , modern shoes have resulted in little but weakened and injured feet , ankles and spines – so the argument goes .
It ’s fairly convincing , in this writer ’s opinion at least . Sure , shoes are a huge industry and , particularly when it comes to athletic performance , are the source of huge research and development efforts – clearly , they ’re not without their merits . But that does n’t compare to the millions of years of evolution that resulted in our feet ( pretty much ) as they are now . Most shoes are too narrow , distorting the foot ’s natural shape and atrophying its muscles and tendons , and their cushioning disrupts natural movements that lead to a heavier , clumsier gait .
Ditching your shoes seems to be the obvious solution then , right ? Well , not so fast . For a start , you ’d raise eyebrows strolling into work au natural and , more importantly , simply kicking off your kicks will likely result in injury . As physiotherapist and founder of Physio & Therapy UK , Paul Hobrough , observes , most people these days have been wearing cushioned , narrow shoes since before they could walk . Your foot muscles and soft tissue are n’t prepared for the rigours of barefoot living .
Full or partial barefoot living is a route worth pursuing . It ’ll strengthen those weakened muscles , revitalise nerve pathways in your feet ’s soles and open the door to healthier , surer movement . But before you walk that path , there ’s a few things you should know .
Learning to move barefoot or in minimalist footwear , like Skinners should be a gradual process , not a spontaneous , all - in decision . Stop wearing shoes while walking around the house and the garden for a start , then try your hand at yoga or pilates to start challenging your feet ’s tendons and ligaments in less stable positions . If you ’re keen on running , keep the distances short to begin with – a slow 800 m is the most you should attempt at the start . Trying too much too soon will more than likely result in injury , calling time on your barefoot transition before it begins in earnest .
Nor do you have to be completely barefoot . Skinners offer a shoe - sock hybrid that ’s perfect for everyday life , workouts and the outdoors , and brands like Vivobarefoot produce minimalist shoes fit for formal events and casual wear in the city . Footwear like this offers all the benefits of barefoot living without the accompanied chill and stigma that shadow the latter . We still recommend losing the shoes for a while when you ’re outdoors , though – it ’s a refreshing experience .
Yoga will help to strengthen your ankles ; ‘ toega ’ is the remedy that your feet need . We are not joking . These movements from Vivobarefoot will test the strength and stability of the soft tissue in your feet , building foundations that will alleviate the risk of injury . Perform these while cooking , between sets at the gym or waiting for the kettle to boil at work ; regular practise will yield the biggest results .
Minimal living is , in our opinion , something to aspire to , and removing a barrier between you and the earth is a pretty good place to start . Just make sure you ’re prepped to receive maximum benefits . | 718 | 86 |
Political prisoners in Camp Bagong Diwa, including three organizers of the Confederation for Unity, Recognition and Advancement of Government Employees (COURAGE), expressed their support for Karapatan and other human rights and people’s organizations who remain critical against the anti-people policies and campaigns of the Duterte government. The political detainees have weighed in on the issue of red-tagging, in light of Brig. General Antonio Parlade’s false accusations against Karapatan, IBON, the Rural Missionaries of the Philippines, and other organizations.
They urged the Filipino public to be wary against attacks on human rights defenders. “Ang atake sa Karapatan ay dapat na ipangamba at kondenahin ng sambayanan. Mali na ipagkibit-balikat na lamang ito at hintayin na may maging kasunod na biktima (The attack against Karapatan is alarming, and it should be condemned. It is wrong to shrug off this issue and wait for the next victim),” they expressed in a statement sent to Karapatan.
“Umaani ng mariing batikos sa loob at labas ng bansa si Duterte dahil mismo sa kanyang mga kagagawan, patakaran at mga pahayag. Sino ba ang may gawa ng extrajudicial killings? Sino ang iligal na nagbilanggo sa mga lolo at lola, ama’t ina, kabataan- mga aktibista at mga sibilyang tinaniman ng baril at mga gawa-gawang kaso? Sino ang may pakana ng mga harassment at sistematikong atake sa mga unyonista, makabayang abugado, journalists, mga madre, pari’t obispo at sa mga kalaban sa politika? (There are widespread criticisms against Duterte within and outside the country precisely because of his actions, policies, and statements. Who is responsible for the extrajudicial killings? Who has directed the illegal arrests of the elderly, couples, youth activists and civilians who have been implicated in trumped-up charges through planted evidence? Who is responsible for the harassment and systematic attacks against unionists, human rights lawyers, journalists, nuns, priests and bishops, and the opposition?),” asked political prisoners, reiterating that the government’s actions and policies will be Duterte’s own undoing.
“To make people aware of their rights, and to stand alongside the marginalized as they defend and advance these rights, is a duty of every Filipino citizen. It is also justified to assert due process, to seek protection for children in-conflict with the law, and to support campaigns such as that calling for the release of political prisoners,” the political prisoners further added.
“This economic crisis, coupled with political repression and persecution has led to the Duterte government’s isolation. We have known many poor inmates who were jailed in inhumane conditions due to the war on drugs, and that the anti-narcotics drive of the government has resulted to irreparable damage to the lives of Filipinos,” they added.
“Kaming mga bilanggong pulitikal ay naniniwalang lehitimo ang mga isyu ng karapatang pantao at dapat na ipagtanggol at ipahayag ang mga ito, sa halip na gawing target ang tumutulong sa mga biktima at nagbibigay boses sa mga masasaklap na reyalidad ng paglabag sa karapatang pantao. (We, political prisoners, believe that these are human rights issues are legitimate concerns that should be exposed and addressed. Human rights defenders helping the victims and survivors, as well as those working to expose the real situation of extensive rights violations on the ground, should not be subjects of attack),” political prisoners concluded. | Political prisoners in Camp Bagong Diwa , including three organizers of the Confederation for Unity , Recognition and Advancement of Government Employees ( COURAGE ) , expressed their support for Karapatan and other human rights and people ’s organizations who remain critical against the anti - people policies and campaigns of the Duterte government . The political detainees have weighed in on the issue of red - tagging , in light of Brig . General Antonio Parlade ’s false accusations against Karapatan , IBON , the Rural Missionaries of the Philippines , and other organizations .
They urged the Filipino public to be wary against attacks on human rights defenders . “ Ang atake sa Karapatan ay dapat na ipangamba at kondenahin ng sambayanan . Mali na ipagkibit - balikat na lamang ito at hintayin na may maging kasunod na biktima ( The attack against Karapatan is alarming , and it should be condemned . It is wrong to shrug off this issue and wait for the next victim ) , ” they expressed in a statement sent to Karapatan .
“ Umaani ng mariing batikos sa loob at labas ng bansa si Duterte dahil mismo sa kanyang mga kagagawan , patakaran at mga pahayag . Sino ba ang may gawa ng extrajudicial killings ? Sino ang iligal na nagbilanggo sa mga lolo at lola , ama’t ina , kabataan- mga aktibista at mga sibilyang tinaniman ng baril at mga gawa - gawang kaso ? Sino ang may pakana ng mga harassment at sistematikong atake sa mga unyonista , makabayang abugado , journalists , mga madre , pari’t obispo at sa mga kalaban sa politika ? ( There are widespread criticisms against Duterte within and outside the country precisely because of his actions , policies , and statements . Who is responsible for the extrajudicial killings ? Who has directed the illegal arrests of the elderly , couples , youth activists and civilians who have been implicated in trumped - up charges through planted evidence ? Who is responsible for the harassment and systematic attacks against unionists , human rights lawyers , journalists , nuns , priests and bishops , and the opposition ? ) , ” asked political prisoners , reiterating that the government ’s actions and policies will be Duterte ’s own undoing .
“ To make people aware of their rights , and to stand alongside the marginalized as they defend and advance these rights , is a duty of every Filipino citizen . It is also justified to assert due process , to seek protection for children in - conflict with the law , and to support campaigns such as that calling for the release of political prisoners , ” the political prisoners further added .
“ This economic crisis , coupled with political repression and persecution has led to the Duterte government ’s isolation . We have known many poor inmates who were jailed in inhumane conditions due to the war on drugs , and that the anti - narcotics drive of the government has resulted to irreparable damage to the lives of Filipinos , ” they added .
“ Kaming mga bilanggong pulitikal ay naniniwalang lehitimo ang mga isyu ng karapatang pantao at dapat na ipagtanggol at ipahayag ang mga ito , sa halip na gawing target ang tumutulong sa mga biktima at nagbibigay boses sa mga masasaklap na reyalidad ng paglabag sa karapatang pantao . ( We , political prisoners , believe that these are human rights issues are legitimate concerns that should be exposed and addressed . Human rights defenders helping the victims and survivors , as well as those working to expose the real situation of extensive rights violations on the ground , should not be subjects of attack ) , ” political prisoners concluded . | 640 | 89 |
The Dutch insurance sector invests around € 500 billion in companies and governments worldwide and can thus exert influence. The agreement on international responsible business conduct (IMVO) goes beyond the Sustainable Investment Code of the Dutch Association of Insurers of 2012, with a broader scope and higher level of ambition. Through this cooperation, the parties hope to gain more insight and to achieve a positive impact on the environment, social conditions and corporate governance. The arrangements laid down in the Agreement are based on the OECD guidelines for multinational organisations and the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights. In addition, the parties will launch joint projects on a specific theme, starting with climate change and energy transition. They also call each other to account for achieving the objectives of the agreement.
In addition to the Dutch Association of Insurers and the Association of Dutch Health Insurers, the FNV, Natuur & Milieu, World Animal Protection, Amnesty International Nederland, PAX, Oxfam Novib and Save the Children Nederland will sign the agreement. On behalf of the central government, Minister Hoekstra of Finance and Minister Kaag for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation will sign the agreement. The Social and Economic Council will facilitate the agreement and compliance with the arrangements.
The shareholders of ASR Nederland N.V. (a.s.r.) approved all resolutions at today's General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM), including the adoption of the financial statements for the 2017 financial year and the final dividend for 2017 of € 1.63 per ordinary share. The dividend will become payable fully in cash on 7 June 2018. | The Dutch insurance sector invests around € 500 billion in companies and governments worldwide and can thus exert influence . The agreement on international responsible business conduct ( IMVO ) goes beyond the Sustainable Investment Code of the Dutch Association of Insurers of 2012 , with a broader scope and higher level of ambition . Through this cooperation , the parties hope to gain more insight and to achieve a positive impact on the environment , social conditions and corporate governance . The arrangements laid down in the Agreement are based on the OECD guidelines for multinational organisations and the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights . In addition , the parties will launch joint projects on a specific theme , starting with climate change and energy transition . They also call each other to account for achieving the objectives of the agreement .
In addition to the Dutch Association of Insurers and the Association of Dutch Health Insurers , the FNV , Natuur & Milieu , World Animal Protection , Amnesty International Nederland , PAX , Oxfam Novib and Save the Children Nederland will sign the agreement . On behalf of the central government , Minister Hoekstra of Finance and Minister Kaag for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation will sign the agreement . The Social and Economic Council will facilitate the agreement and compliance with the arrangements .
The shareholders of ASR Nederland N.V. ( a.s.r . ) approved all resolutions at today 's General Meeting of Shareholders ( AGM ) , including the adoption of the financial statements for the 2017 financial year and the final dividend for 2017 of € 1.63 per ordinary share . The dividend will become payable fully in cash on 7 June 2018 . | 295 | 32 |
Lovely position close to the Canal and surrounded by private housing within 2 mins walk of the town.
Pleasant Lounge Bar (circa 30) with open fire, wood floors and beams & Intimate Restaurant (circa 30).
Permanent Function Marquee (circa 40) with bar servery and garden views.
Stunning External Trading Areas with three fully functioning bars, stage area, children’s play area and games room offering total seating for over 150.
Car Park for 20 cars.
Advised turnover circa £327,600 (inc VAT) year end 12/17, based on a trade split of 65% wet and 35% food.
Lease available with the ‘option to purchase’.
ASKING PRICE POA FREEHOLD TO INCLUDE FIXTURES & FITTINGS, GOODWILL, EXCLUDING S.A.V. | Lovely position close to the Canal and surrounded by private housing within 2 mins walk of the town .
Pleasant Lounge Bar ( circa 30 ) with open fire , wood floors and beams & Intimate Restaurant ( circa 30 ) .
Permanent Function Marquee ( circa 40 ) with bar servery and garden views .
Stunning External Trading Areas with three fully functioning bars , stage area , children ’s play area and games room offering total seating for over 150 .
Car Park for 20 cars .
Advised turnover circa £ 327,600 ( inc VAT ) year end 12/17 , based on a trade split of 65 % wet and 35 % food .
Lease available with the ‘ option to purchase ’ .
ASKING PRICE POA FREEHOLD TO INCLUDE FIXTURES & FITTINGS , GOODWILL , EXCLUDING S.A.V. | 147 | 27 |
After you install the vSphere Client, you can connect to an ESX/ESXi host and to a vCenter Server system.
Do not use the Windows built-in Guest account to start the vSphere Client. By default, the Guest Account is disabled. When you use the Guest account to log in to Windows, you cannot access the applications that are already installed on the computer.
Select Start > Programs > VMware > VMware vSphere Client.
In the vSphere Client login window, log in to an ESX/ESXi host as root or as a normal user, or log in to a vCenter Server system as the administrator.
When you connect to the vCenter Server, use the vCenter Server IP address with your Windows login user name and password. Use the login credentials appropriate to the Windows machine on which vCenter Server is installed. The vCenter Server user name and password might be different than the user name and password that you use for ESX/ESXi.
If you cannot connect to the vCenter Server system, you might need to start the VMware VirtualCenter Management Webservices service manually. To do this, select Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Services > VMware VirtualCenter Management Webservices and start the service. The machine might require several minutes to start the service.
To ignore the security warnings that appear, click Ignore.
Security warning messages appear because the vSphere Client detects certificates signed by the ESX/ESXi host or vCenter Server system (default setting). For highly secure environments, certificates generated by a trusted third-party are recommended. | After you install the vSphere Client , you can connect to an ESX / ESXi host and to a vCenter Server system .
Do not use the Windows built - in Guest account to start the vSphere Client . By default , the Guest Account is disabled . When you use the Guest account to log in to Windows , you can not access the applications that are already installed on the computer .
Select Start > Programs > VMware > VMware vSphere Client .
In the vSphere Client login window , log in to an ESX / ESXi host as root or as a normal user , or log in to a vCenter Server system as the administrator .
When you connect to the vCenter Server , use the vCenter Server IP address with your Windows login user name and password . Use the login credentials appropriate to the Windows machine on which vCenter Server is installed . The vCenter Server user name and password might be different than the user name and password that you use for ESX / ESXi .
If you can not connect to the vCenter Server system , you might need to start the VMware VirtualCenter Management Webservices service manually . To do this , select Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Services > VMware VirtualCenter Management Webservices and start the service . The machine might require several minutes to start the service .
To ignore the security warnings that appear , click Ignore .
Security warning messages appear because the vSphere Client detects certificates signed by the ESX / ESXi host or vCenter Server system ( default setting ) . For highly secure environments , certificates generated by a trusted third - party are recommended . | 302 | 33 |
Q 1: A store made a profit of 39960 dollars per month by selling household appliances and they make 40% of the household appliance profit by selling computer software and hardware. How much profit combined they make?
Q 2: Dad got 9% of his annual salary as bonus and the bonus amount is $3600 dollars. Find dad's annual salary?
Q 3: In a town there were 3000 people two years back. The population increased by 30%. What is the population of the town now?
Q 4: A bank gives 10% interest rate. You keep 1000 dollars in a bank. How much do you have at the end of one year. | Q 1 : A store made a profit of 39960 dollars per month by selling household appliances and they make 40 % of the household appliance profit by selling computer software and hardware . How much profit combined they make ?
Q 2 : Dad got 9 % of his annual salary as bonus and the bonus amount is $ 3600 dollars . Find dad 's annual salary ?
Q 3 : In a town there were 3000 people two years back . The population increased by 30 % . What is the population of the town now ?
Q 4 : A bank gives 10 % interest rate . You keep 1000 dollars in a bank . How much do you have at the end of one year . | 133 | 18 |
Mae Sot is a city in western Thailand sharing a border with Burma to thewest . It is among the most culturally diverse cities in the whole of Thailandwith both Thai and Burmese cultures vibrant. The town sits at some 590 km fromBangkok and is becoming more and more notable as a trade hub. It is a shoppingparadise for jades and gems and by visiting the municipal market, you willenjoy a collection of unique items of Burmese cultural significance. Getready to be spine tingled by the stunning scenery of mountain ranges as well asthe famous Thi Lo Su waterfalls nearby. Visitors also get to visit the highlyrevered Phra Jaow Tan Jai and the stunning Photikhun Temple. Not to mention theincredible jungle trips, elephant rides, and water rafting. What’s more?, youwill also get to indulge in the Ghost star dance festival, a popular traditionshowcasing the rich local culture.
Mae Sot Airport is located at just 3 km from the town centre. Nok Airoperates three daily flights between Mae Sot and Bangkok. You can also choose to travel by bus or car. Gettingaround the town is pretty simple but for ease and comfort, both locals andtourists prefer to rent a car and four wheel drives. With a personalcar, you will be able to cruise around with liberty both in and out of thetown. Currently, the best option is the Rent a Car Club company, available not only in Mae Sot but also in all themajor cities and towns in the country.
Rent a Car Mae Sot club offers premiumservices with a wide array of vehicles that will undoubtedly meet all yourtravel needs as well as taste. The range of cars include 4x4s, SUVs, sedans,convertibles and more. The booking process is simplified and by simply visitingthe Mae Sot Rent a Car Club official website, youcan easily access their services. Upon clicking the booking section, you willbe prompted to select your pick up location from the resulting drop-down menu.Be sure to input your proper start and return dates so as to get the rightbilling. With car rental Mae Sot, making a booking is made easier and what's more, by redeemingyour promo code you will get discounted prices. | Mae Sot is a city in western Thailand sharing a border with Burma to thewest . It is among the most culturally diverse cities in the whole of Thailandwith both Thai and Burmese cultures vibrant . The town sits at some 590 km fromBangkok and is becoming more and more notable as a trade hub . It is a shoppingparadise for jades and gems and by visiting the municipal market , you willenjoy a collection of unique items of Burmese cultural significance . Getready to be spine tingled by the stunning scenery of mountain ranges as well asthe famous Thi Lo Su waterfalls nearby . Visitors also get to visit the highlyrevered Phra Jaow Tan Jai and the stunning Photikhun Temple . Not to mention theincredible jungle trips , elephant rides , and water rafting . What ’s more ? , youwill also get to indulge in the Ghost star dance festival , a popular traditionshowcasing the rich local culture .
Mae Sot Airport is located at just 3 km from the town centre . Nok Airoperates three daily flights between Mae Sot and Bangkok . You can also choose to travel by bus or car . Gettingaround the town is pretty simple but for ease and comfort , both locals andtourists prefer to rent a car and four wheel drives . With a personalcar , you will be able to cruise around with liberty both in and out of thetown . Currently , the best option is the Rent a Car Club company , available not only in Mae Sot but also in all themajor cities and towns in the country .
Rent a Car Mae Sot club offers premiumservices with a wide array of vehicles that will undoubtedly meet all yourtravel needs as well as taste . The range of cars include 4x4s , SUVs , sedans , convertibles and more . The booking process is simplified and by simply visitingthe Mae Sot Rent a Car Club official website , youcan easily access their services . Upon clicking the booking section , you willbe prompted to select your pick up location from the resulting drop - down menu . Be sure to input your proper start and return dates so as to get the rightbilling . With car rental Mae Sot , making a booking is made easier and what 's more , by redeemingyour promo code you will get discounted prices . | 407 | 38 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — With servers available in Tier III and Tier IV data centers in Columbus, Cincinnati, Dallas and New York, CEO Christoph Schmolmueller commented that DedicatedSolutions.com is demonstrating its commitment to providing customers tremendous bandwidth through the introduction of servers with dedicated, unlimited 1-gigabit and 10-gigabit public internet bandwidth options across multiple carriers in all cities currently served by DedicatedSolutions.com. Each DedicatedSolutions.com site leverages multiple routers for resiliency and capacity, together with multiple 10-, 40- or 100-gigabit upstream carrier connections. As an industry first, such dedicated, unlimited 1-gigabit and 10-gigabit public internet bandwidth options include complimentary VLAN connectivity between all DedicatedSolutions.com markets across any particular continent, allowing customers to freely move data and services between multiple DedicatedSolutions.com sites across a continent without cost or hassle.
DedicatedSolutions.com provides 100% datacenter and network uptime guarantees. Each Tier III and Tier IV data center location is SSAE 16 audited and PCI compliant, each site maintains diverse 10-, 40- or 100-gigabit upstream carrier connections, and all DedicatedSolutions.com locations across each continent are linked via multiple 10-gigabit pipes providing mesh resiliency and quickest interconnectivity.
All services from DedicatedSolutions.com include use of its proprietary Control Panel, which represents the culmination of countless hours of design and development work from DedicatedSolutions.com’s internal development staff. Initially developed for sister companies MadeIt.com and PlatformLab.com, the Control Panel has been standardized and extended across the DedicatedSolutions.com product set, providing a completely automated panel for customers to start, stop, reboot, OS-reload or OS-change one server or multiple servers at any time. The system also boasts support for VMware and XenServer auto-installation for easy virtualization and private cloud support.
Christoph Schmolmueller, DedicatedSolutions.com’s CEO and founder, said the company is on track to launch multiple sites in New York City, for resiliency, in December of 2014, followed by at least five more U.S. cities in 2015 along with expansion into European and Asian markets. In addition to field offices in the U.S., the company also maintains support operations in the Philippines, Germany, Ukraine and Austria. | COLUMBUS , Ohio , Nov. 14 , 2014 /PRNewswire/ — With servers available in Tier III and Tier IV data centers in Columbus , Cincinnati , Dallas and New York , CEO Christoph Schmolmueller commented that DedicatedSolutions.com is demonstrating its commitment to providing customers tremendous bandwidth through the introduction of servers with dedicated , unlimited 1 - gigabit and 10 - gigabit public internet bandwidth options across multiple carriers in all cities currently served by DedicatedSolutions.com . Each DedicatedSolutions.com site leverages multiple routers for resiliency and capacity , together with multiple 10- , 40- or 100 - gigabit upstream carrier connections . As an industry first , such dedicated , unlimited 1 - gigabit and 10 - gigabit public internet bandwidth options include complimentary VLAN connectivity between all DedicatedSolutions.com markets across any particular continent , allowing customers to freely move data and services between multiple DedicatedSolutions.com sites across a continent without cost or hassle .
DedicatedSolutions.com provides 100 % datacenter and network uptime guarantees . Each Tier III and Tier IV data center location is SSAE 16 audited and PCI compliant , each site maintains diverse 10- , 40- or 100 - gigabit upstream carrier connections , and all DedicatedSolutions.com locations across each continent are linked via multiple 10 - gigabit pipes providing mesh resiliency and quickest interconnectivity .
All services from DedicatedSolutions.com include use of its proprietary Control Panel , which represents the culmination of countless hours of design and development work from DedicatedSolutions.com ’s internal development staff . Initially developed for sister companies MadeIt.com and PlatformLab.com , the Control Panel has been standardized and extended across the DedicatedSolutions.com product set , providing a completely automated panel for customers to start , stop , reboot , OS - reload or OS - change one server or multiple servers at any time . The system also boasts support for VMware and XenServer auto - installation for easy virtualization and private cloud support .
Christoph Schmolmueller , DedicatedSolutions.com ’s CEO and founder , said the company is on track to launch multiple sites in New York City , for resiliency , in December of 2014 , followed by at least five more U.S. cities in 2015 along with expansion into European and Asian markets . In addition to field offices in the U.S. , the company also maintains support operations in the Philippines , Germany , Ukraine and Austria . | 402 | 51 |
The ever-present danger of burning one’s face off is, in fact, one of the reasons I have hesitated to take up the hobby of soap making. Raleigh Briggs’s How to Make Soap zine helped to make the process seem less daunting and intimidating. While the zine is relatively short, at ten pages, it is chalk full of useful tips and information for beginners. The overall tone is lighthearted and fun, with a sprinkling of sarcasm and a wee bit of sass. Briggs does a wonderful job maintaining the cheery air, yet is still able to stress the importance of following all safety precautions and explaining some potential dangers of working with lye. Lye is a key ingredient in soap making, and if not handled with respect and caution, can be quite harmful.
Since I moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2000, I have been shopping at The Soap Factory. Supporting a local, woman-owned business is a pleasure, and using the store's products always feels indulgent. Prior to finding this company, I had given up on scented personal care products, due to allergic reactions.
I discovered Soap Lady Oregon products at—of all places—a chocolate festival in Portland, Oregon. While the products obviously aren't edible, they smelled better—and had healthier ingredients—than many of the food products that my partner and I sampled at the event. I believe you can vote with your pocketbook, and it was nice to know that the company uses all-natural, vegan and cruelty-free ingredients.
I am a soap snob, but not without good reason. I don't want to imbibe chemicals into my skin, and just about everything with scent tends to make my skin dry out or cause an allergic reaction.
Who doesn’t love soap? Besides a Chilean pal I had in college who insisted “Americans bathe too often,” I’ve never known anyone who took issue with washing. I have a complicated relationship with bathing, though. It takes me a while to deal with my hair once washed, and for this reason, I’ve been experimenting with less frequent showering this past year. Some people think this is a ‘green’ habit. For me, it’s mostly about convenience and comfort. I grew up loving baths, and my current apartment features only an awkward shower with two levels.
In Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray, Lord Henry says, “I adore simple pleasures. They are the last refuge of the complex.” One of my simplest pleasures is gained by placing an aromatic bar of soap in my dresser drawer and later slipping on a crummy T-shirt that smells like a lavender sachet in a cedar chest. This has the potential to alter the entire course of my day.
Half a million women in the world die every year from breast cancer. One in eight American women will be diagnosed with some form of breast cancer in her lifetime. Judging from these startling statistics, it’s not difficult to see why corporations that cater to women have begun creating lines of products that support the fight against this disease.
Everyone likes good shampoo. Even though I am neither a baby nor an African American, I am delighted to use pure organic hair cleansers with a fragrant blend of rose petal, rosemary, and sage. African American Baby Care offers a full range of infant care products made from pure organics, natural botanicals, and rare herbs.
No one wants skin cancer. But if lighter-skinned people avoid the sun, there's vitamin D deficiency. What to do?
When you unwrap a package made, wrapped, and tied by another person’s hands, it’s immediately evident. It might be a splatter of color where there wasn’t one intended, or a crooked label, a smudge. But whatever the indication, it has always given me a moment’s pause and endeared me in a special way to whatever it is I’m holding. So it was with Norma’s Bath and Body Products—a sense of the person who’d put something of herself into making the thing I was about to enjoy.
As if anyone needs an excuse to spend more time under a hot shower—well, here's another, or five others—each a more compelling reason to recreationally cleanse. LUSH produces fresh, hand-made cruelty-and-lard-free and frequently vegan personal care products. All bathbombs, gels, soaps, shampoos, and other innovative items are individually made by skilled suds people—Sara, Czarina, and Reggie contributed to my 'happy' package.
Buddhism instructs us that suffering is caused by desire. Alright, I have established that I desire chocolate. I can consume it copiously and repeatedly. With utter abandon, and complete abandonment of moderation and concern for my health. I can consume chocolate indoors, outdoors, in the kitchen, from the nightstand, at the theater; while trudging down the sidewalk, operating a motor vehicle, or taking the train. In the park, at work, at play, in celebration and commiseration.
Green Apple Soap comes in a plain package with information about the product and the maker, Karina. There are no logos, and you won’t find any fillers or chemicals in the soap either. The little, translucent green soap bar has a very pleasant smell to it. When it’s wet, it smells a bit stronger than dry (or so I’ve noticed), and as an interesting aside, when the light shines through the wet bar, it’s nice to look at.
I stumbled upon The Soap Factory in Longview, WA while exploring the downtown area nearly seven years ago. I fell in love with the shop and its products instantly, and have continued to order them online after leaving the job in Longview. The Soap Factory's Complexion Bar is a tried and true favorite of mine. While it's not cheap ($6.99), the four-ounce bar lasts a long, long time. (I just bought a new one, having purchased the previous bar in 2006.) With real avocado fruit, carrot juice, shea butter and a host of essential oils, it smells good enough to eat.
Packaged in a cute bag, this little gift set arrived smelling great! After a long week at work, a few hours pampering were needed, and this set delivered a great scent and relaxation. Better than the scent is the feeling of soft and smooth skin that comes after a bath using the Botanical Bath Salts, a product that left this woman feeling great. Best of all, this is an all-natural product made from homegrown herbs and natural oils—no preservatives, synthetics or byproducts. A spa experience in a bag, I started out running my bath with the Botanical Bath Salts.
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Elevate Difference is a volunteer-run publication. If it inspires you to read a novel, see a film, or download an album, we hope you will donate to show your support. | The ever - present danger of burning one ’s face off is , in fact , one of the reasons I have hesitated to take up the hobby of soap making . Raleigh Briggs ’s How to Make Soap zine helped to make the process seem less daunting and intimidating . While the zine is relatively short , at ten pages , it is chalk full of useful tips and information for beginners . The overall tone is lighthearted and fun , with a sprinkling of sarcasm and a wee bit of sass . Briggs does a wonderful job maintaining the cheery air , yet is still able to stress the importance of following all safety precautions and explaining some potential dangers of working with lye . Lye is a key ingredient in soap making , and if not handled with respect and caution , can be quite harmful .
Since I moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2000 , I have been shopping at The Soap Factory . Supporting a local , woman - owned business is a pleasure , and using the store 's products always feels indulgent . Prior to finding this company , I had given up on scented personal care products , due to allergic reactions .
I discovered Soap Lady Oregon products at — of all places — a chocolate festival in Portland , Oregon . While the products obviously are n't edible , they smelled better — and had healthier ingredients — than many of the food products that my partner and I sampled at the event . I believe you can vote with your pocketbook , and it was nice to know that the company uses all - natural , vegan and cruelty - free ingredients .
I am a soap snob , but not without good reason . I do n't want to imbibe chemicals into my skin , and just about everything with scent tends to make my skin dry out or cause an allergic reaction .
Who does n’t love soap ? Besides a Chilean pal I had in college who insisted “ Americans bathe too often , ” I ’ve never known anyone who took issue with washing . I have a complicated relationship with bathing , though . It takes me a while to deal with my hair once washed , and for this reason , I ’ve been experimenting with less frequent showering this past year . Some people think this is a ‘ green ’ habit . For me , it ’s mostly about convenience and comfort . I grew up loving baths , and my current apartment features only an awkward shower with two levels .
In Oscar Wilde ’s The Picture of Dorian Gray , Lord Henry says , “ I adore simple pleasures . They are the last refuge of the complex . ” One of my simplest pleasures is gained by placing an aromatic bar of soap in my dresser drawer and later slipping on a crummy T - shirt that smells like a lavender sachet in a cedar chest . This has the potential to alter the entire course of my day .
Half a million women in the world die every year from breast cancer . One in eight American women will be diagnosed with some form of breast cancer in her lifetime . Judging from these startling statistics , it ’s not difficult to see why corporations that cater to women have begun creating lines of products that support the fight against this disease .
Everyone likes good shampoo . Even though I am neither a baby nor an African American , I am delighted to use pure organic hair cleansers with a fragrant blend of rose petal , rosemary , and sage . African American Baby Care offers a full range of infant care products made from pure organics , natural botanicals , and rare herbs .
No one wants skin cancer . But if lighter - skinned people avoid the sun , there 's vitamin D deficiency . What to do ?
When you unwrap a package made , wrapped , and tied by another person ’s hands , it ’s immediately evident . It might be a splatter of color where there was n’t one intended , or a crooked label , a smudge . But whatever the indication , it has always given me a moment ’s pause and endeared me in a special way to whatever it is I ’m holding . So it was with Norma ’s Bath and Body Products — a sense of the person who ’d put something of herself into making the thing I was about to enjoy .
As if anyone needs an excuse to spend more time under a hot shower — well , here 's another , or five others — each a more compelling reason to recreationally cleanse . LUSH produces fresh , hand - made cruelty - and - lard - free and frequently vegan personal care products . All bathbombs , gels , soaps , shampoos , and other innovative items are individually made by skilled suds people — Sara , Czarina , and Reggie contributed to my ' happy ' package .
Buddhism instructs us that suffering is caused by desire . Alright , I have established that I desire chocolate . I can consume it copiously and repeatedly . With utter abandon , and complete abandonment of moderation and concern for my health . I can consume chocolate indoors , outdoors , in the kitchen , from the nightstand , at the theater ; while trudging down the sidewalk , operating a motor vehicle , or taking the train . In the park , at work , at play , in celebration and commiseration .
Green Apple Soap comes in a plain package with information about the product and the maker , Karina . There are no logos , and you wo n’t find any fillers or chemicals in the soap either . The little , translucent green soap bar has a very pleasant smell to it . When it ’s wet , it smells a bit stronger than dry ( or so I ’ve noticed ) , and as an interesting aside , when the light shines through the wet bar , it ’s nice to look at .
I stumbled upon The Soap Factory in Longview , WA while exploring the downtown area nearly seven years ago . I fell in love with the shop and its products instantly , and have continued to order them online after leaving the job in Longview . The Soap Factory 's Complexion Bar is a tried and true favorite of mine . While it 's not cheap ( $ 6.99 ) , the four - ounce bar lasts a long , long time . ( I just bought a new one , having purchased the previous bar in 2006 . ) With real avocado fruit , carrot juice , shea butter and a host of essential oils , it smells good enough to eat .
Packaged in a cute bag , this little gift set arrived smelling great ! After a long week at work , a few hours pampering were needed , and this set delivered a great scent and relaxation . Better than the scent is the feeling of soft and smooth skin that comes after a bath using the Botanical Bath Salts , a product that left this woman feeling great . Best of all , this is an all - natural product made from homegrown herbs and natural oils — no preservatives , synthetics or byproducts . A spa experience in a bag , I started out running my bath with the Botanical Bath Salts .
Critiques of Elevate Difference and the content of any review on this site are welcome ; however , we will not tolerate flaming , attacks , or any form of abuse . We appreciate constructive criticism and respectful feedback . Please read our full comment policy for details .
Elevate Difference is a volunteer - run publication . If it inspires you to read a novel , see a film , or download an album , we hope you will donate to show your support . | 1,411 | 193 |
He’s the most sought-after assassin in the galaxy. His latest mission? Rescue a kidnapped child. The woman needs to pose as his wife and be good with kids. Nothing more. The matchmaker promises him the perfect mate. He never imagines the matchmaker might be telling him the truth.
On his wedding day, his forever mate walks down the aisle dressed in a white, flowing mermaid gown. He never imagined a woman who can fulfill his darkest needs.
His dark-eyed mate is full of lush curves he wants to taste. Wavy hair that falls past her shoulders. Thick tresses he wants to wrap around his fist as he sinks into her tight heat. Everything about the human stokes his desire. For now, he must deny his hunger. They have work to do. The life of a child is at stake. | He ’s the most sought - after assassin in the galaxy . His latest mission ? Rescue a kidnapped child . The woman needs to pose as his wife and be good with kids . Nothing more . The matchmaker promises him the perfect mate . He never imagines the matchmaker might be telling him the truth .
On his wedding day , his forever mate walks down the aisle dressed in a white , flowing mermaid gown . He never imagined a woman who can fulfill his darkest needs .
His dark - eyed mate is full of lush curves he wants to taste . Wavy hair that falls past her shoulders . Thick tresses he wants to wrap around his fist as he sinks into her tight heat . Everything about the human stokes his desire . For now , he must deny his hunger . They have work to do . The life of a child is at stake . | 165 | 21 |
Canada is my home country. For many Canadians, maple syrup, hockey, and Tim Hortons represent our common nationhood, bonding Canadian citizens through a shared understanding of the importance of these cherished icons. The word ‘nationhood’ implies a group of people who are united by a shared culture. However, while I love maple syrup, I detest hockey, the epitome of the Canadian identity. Does my lack of ability to show even a speck of interest in hockey make me less Canadian? How do these symbols of nationhood create any sort of meaningful bond between me, a British Columbian woman, and say, an aboriginal man from Nunavut? Is hockey and maple syrup really what unites us?
Masquerading as integral to the national identity, maple syrup and hockey are nothing more than symbols serving an important purpose. It’s not a new idea in sociology that nationalistic symbols play a role in uniting people in their homeland. Nationalistic symbols and their socially constructed meanings are elaborate stories which act as mechanisms to indoctrinate a citizenry into the idea that we are a bonded group because we share and take pride in these common things. Worshipping the symbol of a maple leaf is meant to make me feel like I belong in Canada.
I’m not saying that I don’t believe in the importance of cultural identity. But culture can change regionally across the same nation. The culture of British Columbia is quite different from the culture of Newfoundland, a province within the same nation but on the opposite side. Nationalistic stories about beavers and lumberjacks – other Canadian symbols – don’t make me feel more united with people literally 5000 kilometres away from me. When I talk about nationalism, I am talking about a process of social control, which is different to a set of practiced traditions comprising a culture.
So what? Is it really terrible that people like to bond over nationalistic symbols imbued with socially constructed meanings? It’s just maple syrup!
The problem with nationalism stems from its effects. Within the same nation, some people are made to feel welcome, while others are made to feel like they’re unworthy and unwanted. Nationalism shapes our understanding of belonging in relation to geographical location. Academic Nandita Sharma1 explains that nationalism has become such an ingrained, taken for granted feature of modern society that the unquestioned idea that some people belong and others don’t validates and normalizes the unequal treatment of people. Think about it: some people are actually punished just by taking up space and trying to start a new life in a nation different to the one they were born in. This is because more than just ‘belonging’ or having a home, nationalism shapes our understanding of who deserves to be treated justly as a respected human being and who can be treated unjustly like tortured animals. Sharma calls it the distinction between a nation offering inhabitants either sense of homeyness or a reality of homelessness.
Border control is the tangible and forceful way that nations protect themselves and remain sovereign. Borders are believed to be real because people participate in their perpetuation as if they are as enduring as the sun and moon. But borders between nations are also socially constructed, and are really just a very formal way of drawing a line in the sand and saying you can stand on that side while I stand on this side, and if you want to stand on my side, then you have to ask me (i.e. passports). Sharma points out that the intensified protection of national borders occurred during the colonizing era of the 1800s for an important reason; borders demarcate which nations have power and control over the resources and people of certain areas. To police the borders of a country is to safeguard whatever is worth protecting inside the nation from ‘outsiders’.
The consequences of intensified border control are painfully illustrated in Australian immigration detention centres. Detention centres have shown to be a heinous example of the socially unjust outcome of mass acceptance of nationalism. Initially, detention centres were allowed under the Migration Act 1958 to allow “discretionary detention of unauthorized arrivals.” Today they are places where so-called illegal immigrants as well as asylum seekers are detained. However, many of them, such as the one on the island of Nauru, have been criticized for their inhumane conditions and treatment of detainees. One only needs to read a couple of stories in the news of sexual assault, cockroaches and rats, attempted suicides, and the intentional swallowing of razor blades as protest in order to gain a glimpse into the terrors some humans are enduring in the beautiful nation of Australia. Detention centres such as Nauru illustrate how accepted ideas of belonging within nationalist ideologies have had the effect of normalizing the forced placement of humans into conditions of squalor and abuse. (Other examples of unjust practices legitimized by nationalistic discourses include migrant farm workers in Canada’s Seasonal Agricultural Worker’s Program (SAWP) and Canada’s Live in Caregiver Program).
Can you imagine a world where nations and nationalism didn’t exist? A true anti-nationalist hero is the extraordinarily inspirational Garry Davis, the man who created the World Passport and fought for global rather than national citizenship. In 1948 he renounced his United States of America citizenship and pronounced himself a “citizen of the world.” During the post-World War II period in the late 1940s, Davis’ claim was that sovereign states divide humanity, and have the capacity to “lead us to the abyss of Total War.” In 1949 Davis inaugurated the International Registry of World Citizens.
For me, the atrocities spurred by uncritical adherence to nationalistic ideologies could be remedied by changing the way we relate to other humans. I could write a master’s thesis about this topic, as I haven’t even begun to dissect the inherent racism woven into the fibres of nationalistic practices. However, I will keep this to a minimum and urge you to read on by checking out the references and hyperlinks. Now to address my initial question of what really unites people (not just in a nation). For me, it is not the socially constructed symbols shared by those within one geographical area. I don’t want my sign off to be interpreted as nothing more than a warm and fuzzy bedtime story, but in all seriousness: it’s our heartbeats, our need for safety, clean air, pollution-free habitats, and for adequate food and shelter, that unite us as humans. It’s not maple syrup and hockey. It’s our shared humanness.
1 Sharma, N. (2012). Nation states, borders, citizenship, and the making of “national” difference. In D, Brock, R. Raby & M. Thomas’s (Eds.), Power and Everyday Practices (pp. 321-342). Toronto, Ontario: Nelson Education.
Beautiful post, Mara! Really touching and something I think a lot about having lived in Aus and Canada. | Canada is my home country . For many Canadians , maple syrup , hockey , and Tim Hortons represent our common nationhood , bonding Canadian citizens through a shared understanding of the importance of these cherished icons . The word ‘ nationhood ’ implies a group of people who are united by a shared culture . However , while I love maple syrup , I detest hockey , the epitome of the Canadian identity . Does my lack of ability to show even a speck of interest in hockey make me less Canadian ? How do these symbols of nationhood create any sort of meaningful bond between me , a British Columbian woman , and say , an aboriginal man from Nunavut ? Is hockey and maple syrup really what unites us ?
Masquerading as integral to the national identity , maple syrup and hockey are nothing more than symbols serving an important purpose . It ’s not a new idea in sociology that nationalistic symbols play a role in uniting people in their homeland . Nationalistic symbols and their socially constructed meanings are elaborate stories which act as mechanisms to indoctrinate a citizenry into the idea that we are a bonded group because we share and take pride in these common things . Worshipping the symbol of a maple leaf is meant to make me feel like I belong in Canada .
I ’m not saying that I do n’t believe in the importance of cultural identity . But culture can change regionally across the same nation . The culture of British Columbia is quite different from the culture of Newfoundland , a province within the same nation but on the opposite side . Nationalistic stories about beavers and lumberjacks – other Canadian symbols – do n’t make me feel more united with people literally 5000 kilometres away from me . When I talk about nationalism , I am talking about a process of social control , which is different to a set of practiced traditions comprising a culture .
So what ? Is it really terrible that people like to bond over nationalistic symbols imbued with socially constructed meanings ? It ’s just maple syrup !
The problem with nationalism stems from its effects . Within the same nation , some people are made to feel welcome , while others are made to feel like they ’re unworthy and unwanted . Nationalism shapes our understanding of belonging in relation to geographical location . Academic Nandita Sharma1 explains that nationalism has become such an ingrained , taken for granted feature of modern society that the unquestioned idea that some people belong and others do n’t validates and normalizes the unequal treatment of people . Think about it : some people are actually punished just by taking up space and trying to start a new life in a nation different to the one they were born in . This is because more than just ‘ belonging ’ or having a home , nationalism shapes our understanding of who deserves to be treated justly as a respected human being and who can be treated unjustly like tortured animals . Sharma calls it the distinction between a nation offering inhabitants either sense of homeyness or a reality of homelessness .
Border control is the tangible and forceful way that nations protect themselves and remain sovereign . Borders are believed to be real because people participate in their perpetuation as if they are as enduring as the sun and moon . But borders between nations are also socially constructed , and are really just a very formal way of drawing a line in the sand and saying you can stand on that side while I stand on this side , and if you want to stand on my side , then you have to ask me ( i.e. passports ) . Sharma points out that the intensified protection of national borders occurred during the colonizing era of the 1800s for an important reason ; borders demarcate which nations have power and control over the resources and people of certain areas . To police the borders of a country is to safeguard whatever is worth protecting inside the nation from ‘ outsiders ’ .
The consequences of intensified border control are painfully illustrated in Australian immigration detention centres . Detention centres have shown to be a heinous example of the socially unjust outcome of mass acceptance of nationalism . Initially , detention centres were allowed under the Migration Act 1958 to allow “ discretionary detention of unauthorized arrivals . ” Today they are places where so - called illegal immigrants as well as asylum seekers are detained . However , many of them , such as the one on the island of Nauru , have been criticized for their inhumane conditions and treatment of detainees . One only needs to read a couple of stories in the news of sexual assault , cockroaches and rats , attempted suicides , and the intentional swallowing of razor blades as protest in order to gain a glimpse into the terrors some humans are enduring in the beautiful nation of Australia . Detention centres such as Nauru illustrate how accepted ideas of belonging within nationalist ideologies have had the effect of normalizing the forced placement of humans into conditions of squalor and abuse . ( Other examples of unjust practices legitimized by nationalistic discourses include migrant farm workers in Canada ’s Seasonal Agricultural Worker ’s Program ( SAWP ) and Canada ’s Live in Caregiver Program ) .
Can you imagine a world where nations and nationalism did n’t exist ? A true anti - nationalist hero is the extraordinarily inspirational Garry Davis , the man who created the World Passport and fought for global rather than national citizenship . In 1948 he renounced his United States of America citizenship and pronounced himself a “ citizen of the world . ” During the post - World War II period in the late 1940s , Davis ’ claim was that sovereign states divide humanity , and have the capacity to “ lead us to the abyss of Total War . ” In 1949 Davis inaugurated the International Registry of World Citizens .
For me , the atrocities spurred by uncritical adherence to nationalistic ideologies could be remedied by changing the way we relate to other humans . I could write a master ’s thesis about this topic , as I have n’t even begun to dissect the inherent racism woven into the fibres of nationalistic practices . However , I will keep this to a minimum and urge you to read on by checking out the references and hyperlinks . Now to address my initial question of what really unites people ( not just in a nation ) . For me , it is not the socially constructed symbols shared by those within one geographical area . I do n’t want my sign off to be interpreted as nothing more than a warm and fuzzy bedtime story , but in all seriousness : it ’s our heartbeats , our need for safety , clean air , pollution - free habitats , and for adequate food and shelter , that unite us as humans . It ’s not maple syrup and hockey . It ’s our shared humanness .
1 Sharma , N. ( 2012 ) . Nation states , borders , citizenship , and the making of “ national ” difference . In D , Brock , R. Raby & M. Thomas ’s ( Eds . ) , Power and Everyday Practices ( pp . 321 - 342 ) . Toronto , Ontario : Nelson Education .
Beautiful post , Mara ! Really touching and something I think a lot about having lived in Aus and Canada . | 1,319 | 151 |
The long-awaited Arctic snowfall arrived Saturday evening. The fine snow fell all night to a depth of 9 inches so Sunday was a home day. No Tate gallery with Pete and Sue but lunch out at Loch Fyne instead.
Apparently, the climate has been consistently cooling since 1997. To be a global warming denier nowadays puts a person on par with a holocaust denier so strong are the PC attitudes of some people on this subject. Yet there is a human conceit that we are in control of the Earth when, more likely, we not even of the stature of pygmies to the colossus that is nature. I know we pollute and foul our environment but I am not entirely convinced with the foregone conclusion that some of the more zealous campaigners come up with.
There is the usual thoughtful article in the Mail on this subject. I don’t agree with that either but I’m pretty sure that whatever we do, in the end, “mother nature” has the final say. But global warming or not, the clientele of the NuBar, particularly the hardy TOWIE cast, party on despite the Arctic blizzards. | The long - awaited Arctic snowfall arrived Saturday evening . The fine snow fell all night to a depth of 9 inches so Sunday was a home day . No Tate gallery with Pete and Sue but lunch out at Loch Fyne instead .
Apparently , the climate has been consistently cooling since 1997 . To be a global warming denier nowadays puts a person on par with a holocaust denier so strong are the PC attitudes of some people on this subject . Yet there is a human conceit that we are in control of the Earth when , more likely , we not even of the stature of pygmies to the colossus that is nature . I know we pollute and foul our environment but I am not entirely convinced with the foregone conclusion that some of the more zealous campaigners come up with .
There is the usual thoughtful article in the Mail on this subject . I do n’t agree with that either but I ’m pretty sure that whatever we do , in the end , “ mother nature ” has the final say . But global warming or not , the clientele of the NuBar , particularly the hardy TOWIE cast , party on despite the Arctic blizzards . | 217 | 21 |
Results of a small clinical trial showing the benefits of a new pill to treat high blood pressure have been published today.
The study, conducted by The George Institute for Global Health and published in The Lancet, found that patients given the new four-treatments-in-one pill saw their blood pressure drop to normal levels in just four weeks.
Nearly 30 per cent of adults in the UK are living with high blood pressure, putting them at risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
Experts have called the results exciting, but suggest larger trials are needed to see if these high rates could be maintained and repeated.
Our Associate Medical Director, Professor Metin Avkiran, commented on the study.
“High blood pressure is a major risk factor for strokes and heart attacks. The British Heart Foundation estimates that nearly 30 per cent of adults in the UK are living with high blood pressure, putting them at risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
“The quadpill used in this study combined four existing blood pressure-lowering drugs at low dose in one pill, to reduce blood pressure. Although the findings are encouraging and may lead to effective treatments without side effects, the study involved only a small number of patients for a short period. More research is needed to confirm the safety of the quadpill, its long-term effect on blood pressure and ultimately whether it reduces a person’s risk of having a stroke or heart attack, before it should be considered in clinic. | Results of a small clinical trial showing the benefits of a new pill to treat high blood pressure have been published today .
The study , conducted by The George Institute for Global Health and published in The Lancet , found that patients given the new four - treatments - in - one pill saw their blood pressure drop to normal levels in just four weeks .
Nearly 30 per cent of adults in the UK are living with high blood pressure , putting them at risk of having a heart attack or stroke .
Experts have called the results exciting , but suggest larger trials are needed to see if these high rates could be maintained and repeated .
Our Associate Medical Director , Professor Metin Avkiran , commented on the study .
“ High blood pressure is a major risk factor for strokes and heart attacks . The British Heart Foundation estimates that nearly 30 per cent of adults in the UK are living with high blood pressure , putting them at risk of having a heart attack or stroke .
“ The quadpill used in this study combined four existing blood pressure - lowering drugs at low dose in one pill , to reduce blood pressure . Although the findings are encouraging and may lead to effective treatments without side effects , the study involved only a small number of patients for a short period . More research is needed to confirm the safety of the quadpill , its long - term effect on blood pressure and ultimately whether it reduces a person ’s risk of having a stroke or heart attack , before it should be considered in clinic . | 290 | 28 |
With the help of aluminum profiles, a belt conveyor or simply a conveyor was made, it is used for transporting products from machine to packing. The ALU Profile 30x30 was used for the base, while the aluminum profile 30x90 served as the basis of the conveyor. For the construction of the base, we used the 30x30 mounting brackets and the associated connecting elements. The entire assembly is quite easy due to the modularity of the structure.
What effects linear bushing service life? | With the help of aluminum profiles , a belt conveyor or simply a conveyor was made , it is used for transporting products from machine to packing . The ALU Profile 30x30 was used for the base , while the aluminum profile 30x90 served as the basis of the conveyor . For the construction of the base , we used the 30x30 mounting brackets and the associated connecting elements . The entire assembly is quite easy due to the modularity of the structure .
What effects linear bushing service life ? | 92 | 9 |
“First has made a HUGE impact with me as the representative of District 131. It is all about customer service! From the inception, to my first corporate gathering, moving through each update, and the wealth of emails, this ongoing process has been a well-oiled machine that provides a smooth operation.
Jen is outstanding, she has personal goals and expectations that are beyond realistic measures. Her professionalism is a true example of a good leader and the support of the leaders aside and behind her position is evidently expressed. I wanted to take this opportunity to say thanks to the First Team. I am so thrilled you stepped up to the plate to make this 'first ever' transportation opportunity to change the lives of our students and households forever going forward!"
– Walter Doughty, Asst. Director of Transportation, East Aurora School District 131, Ill.
“Let me thank you for the amazing job all of you did starting up this contract for the 2016-2017 school year. There aren't enough thanks for all the safe, reliable transportation that you provided but more importantly, the caring support you give the students of the West Valley JPA. From the route changes, special routing, and last minute changes, you make it happen. All of you are remarkable in your jobs and I welcome the opportunity to continue service with you behind the wheel and you have my utmost respect in the jobs that you do."
– Timothy Hyer, Coordinator, West Valley Schools Transportation Agency, Calif.
– Leslie Wysocki, Business Manager, Westbrook Public Schools, Conn.
– Ric King, Assistant Superintendent, Business Operations, Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54, Ill.
– Lane Green, Director of Transportation, Olathe Public Schools, Kan.
– Scott Devillier, Superintendent of Schools, Zachary Community School District, La.
– Bruce D. Amey, Superintendent, Avon Central Schools, N.Y. | “ First has made a HUGE impact with me as the representative of District 131 . It is all about customer service ! From the inception , to my first corporate gathering , moving through each update , and the wealth of emails , this ongoing process has been a well - oiled machine that provides a smooth operation .
Jen is outstanding , she has personal goals and expectations that are beyond realistic measures . Her professionalism is a true example of a good leader and the support of the leaders aside and behind her position is evidently expressed . I wanted to take this opportunity to say thanks to the First Team . I am so thrilled you stepped up to the plate to make this ' first ever ' transportation opportunity to change the lives of our students and households forever going forward ! "
– Walter Doughty , Asst . Director of Transportation , East Aurora School District 131 , Ill.
“ Let me thank you for the amazing job all of you did starting up this contract for the 2016 - 2017 school year . There are n't enough thanks for all the safe , reliable transportation that you provided but more importantly , the caring support you give the students of the West Valley JPA . From the route changes , special routing , and last minute changes , you make it happen . All of you are remarkable in your jobs and I welcome the opportunity to continue service with you behind the wheel and you have my utmost respect in the jobs that you do . "
– Timothy Hyer , Coordinator , West Valley Schools Transportation Agency , Calif.
– Leslie Wysocki , Business Manager , Westbrook Public Schools , Conn.
– Ric King , Assistant Superintendent , Business Operations , Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54 , Ill.
– Lane Green , Director of Transportation , Olathe Public Schools , Kan.
– Scott Devillier , Superintendent of Schools , Zachary Community School District , La.
– Bruce D. Amey , Superintendent , Avon Central Schools , N.Y. | 366 | 59 |
Let's face it, we live in a far from perfect world. We live in a world where people think it is OK to destroy and take other people's property. That is exactly what happened this week with the Amarillo Crime Stoppers Crime of the Week.
The Amarillo Police Department is looking for any information on a home burglary. A home on Ballybunion Court in La Paloma was broken into around noon on Thursday, February 23rd.
Items taken in the burglary include two safes and the contents, personal documents and heirlooms.
A burnt orange SUV not belonging to the owners was seen in the driveway of the home and it may have been involved in the burglary.
If you have any information on this crime contact Amarillo Crime Stoppers at 806-374-4400 or amapolice.org If your tip leads to an arrest or recovery of the stolen property you could get a reward of up to $1000. | Let 's face it , we live in a far from perfect world . We live in a world where people think it is OK to destroy and take other people 's property . That is exactly what happened this week with the Amarillo Crime Stoppers Crime of the Week .
The Amarillo Police Department is looking for any information on a home burglary . A home on Ballybunion Court in La Paloma was broken into around noon on Thursday , February 23rd .
Items taken in the burglary include two safes and the contents , personal documents and heirlooms .
A burnt orange SUV not belonging to the owners was seen in the driveway of the home and it may have been involved in the burglary .
If you have any information on this crime contact Amarillo Crime Stoppers at 806 - 374 - 4400 or amapolice.org If your tip leads to an arrest or recovery of the stolen property you could get a reward of up to $ 1000 . | 176 | 13 |
New Ultraman was the first figure released in the Allies of Justice line, coming out in October 1971, along with the MAT Member. This Ultraman is really from the Return of Ultraman series, which aired from April 21st, 1971 to March 31st, 1972. Originally he was called New Ultraman, but sometime in the late 1970's or early 1980's, Tsuburaya and Bandai held a contest to rename him, and the winning name chosen was Ultraman Jack. From that point on he has been referred to as Ultraman Jack for licensing purposes. Since this figure was released prior to that, we’ll just stick with New Ultraman. | New Ultraman was the first figure released in the Allies of Justice line , coming out in October 1971 , along with the MAT Member . This Ultraman is really from the Return of Ultraman series , which aired from April 21st , 1971 to March 31st , 1972 . Originally he was called New Ultraman , but sometime in the late 1970 's or early 1980 's , Tsuburaya and Bandai held a contest to rename him , and the winning name chosen was Ultraman Jack . From that point on he has been referred to as Ultraman Jack for licensing purposes . Since this figure was released prior to that , we ’ll just stick with New Ultraman . | 121 | 14 |
Elaine Kalman Naves will testify at the trial of Oskar Groening, a former SS guard at the Auschwitz concentration camp, on behalf of her half-sister and relatives who died in the Holocaust.
A Montreal woman will be testifying in Germany this week at the trial of Oskar Groening, a former SS guard at the Auschwitz concentration camp.
The 93-year-old Groening is being tried on 300,000 counts of accessory to murder, related to a period between May and July 1944 when around 425,000 Jews from Hungary were brought to the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex in Nazi-occupied Poland and most immediately gassed to death.
He has also publicly acknowledged moral responsibility for actions he took as an SS guard. "I saw everything. I was there," Groening has said.
Elaine Kalman Naves of Montreal's Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighbourhood, boarded a plane Monday headed for Lunenburg, Germany, to testify against Groening.
Her half-sister Évike Weinberger was killed at the concentration camp at the age of six.
"Évike went into the gas chamber immediately when she arrived at Auschwitz," Naves told CBC Daybreak host Mike Finnerty on Monday.
Naves said her father never had to endure Auschwitz but his entire family perished there, including his daughter from a previous marriage.
She said countless other relatives from Hungary died in concentration camps during the Second World War.
Naves is eligible to testify at the trial because of her blood connection to Évike, a half-sister she never knew.
American Holocaust survivor Eva Kor, 81, was one of the Jews who arrived at Auschwitz in 1944.
She has met Groening and has stated publicly that she does not want Groening incarcerated for his role in the Holocaust.
"He's 93 years old. Putting him in jail, that's absurd," Kor said. "But he can do some good in trying to tell the neo-Nazis and the extremists that these kinds of organizations… do not work for anybody. Not for the Nazis, not for the Germans."
Naves said she thought Groening's experience and regret could be a good educational experience, but she said she'd rather the German justice system work itself out.
"I'm going to Germany because I've been invited to go there," Naves said. "But I'm going primarily to speak on behalf of my own family and what was destroyed." | Elaine Kalman Naves will testify at the trial of Oskar Groening , a former SS guard at the Auschwitz concentration camp , on behalf of her half - sister and relatives who died in the Holocaust .
A Montreal woman will be testifying in Germany this week at the trial of Oskar Groening , a former SS guard at the Auschwitz concentration camp .
The 93 - year - old Groening is being tried on 300,000 counts of accessory to murder , related to a period between May and July 1944 when around 425,000 Jews from Hungary were brought to the Auschwitz - Birkenau complex in Nazi - occupied Poland and most immediately gassed to death .
He has also publicly acknowledged moral responsibility for actions he took as an SS guard . " I saw everything . I was there , " Groening has said .
Elaine Kalman Naves of Montreal 's Notre - Dame - de - Grâce neighbourhood , boarded a plane Monday headed for Lunenburg , Germany , to testify against Groening .
Her half - sister Évike Weinberger was killed at the concentration camp at the age of six .
" Évike went into the gas chamber immediately when she arrived at Auschwitz , " Naves told CBC Daybreak host Mike Finnerty on Monday .
Naves said her father never had to endure Auschwitz but his entire family perished there , including his daughter from a previous marriage .
She said countless other relatives from Hungary died in concentration camps during the Second World War .
Naves is eligible to testify at the trial because of her blood connection to Évike , a half - sister she never knew .
American Holocaust survivor Eva Kor , 81 , was one of the Jews who arrived at Auschwitz in 1944 .
She has met Groening and has stated publicly that she does not want Groening incarcerated for his role in the Holocaust .
" He 's 93 years old . Putting him in jail , that 's absurd , " Kor said . " But he can do some good in trying to tell the neo - Nazis and the extremists that these kinds of organizations … do not work for anybody . Not for the Nazis , not for the Germans . "
Naves said she thought Groening 's experience and regret could be a good educational experience , but she said she 'd rather the German justice system work itself out .
" I 'm going to Germany because I 've been invited to go there , " Naves said . " But I 'm going primarily to speak on behalf of my own family and what was destroyed . " | 471 | 63 |
In this thread good bets will be posted during Season 9.
Day 7: Nijmegen Matrix Bet - Herne Sound (Switzerland Division 3) - for Herne Sound. The odd is 10.23. Good luck.
Day 9: Panchiao Superstar - Taiwan Magic (Taiwan Division - for Panchiao Superstar. The odd is 12.75. Good luck.
Day 25: Lautaro Montt - Washington Generals (Chile Division 9) - for Lautaro Montt. The odd is 13.74. Good luck.
Day 27: Washington Generals - La Cheetas (Chile Division 9) - for La Cheetas. The odd is 4.98. Good luck.
Day 29: San Frogs - Washington Generals (Chile Division 9) - for San Frogs. The odd is 13.85. Good luck.
Day 30: San Addicts - Washington Generals (Chile Division 9) - for San Addicts. The odd is 13.89. Good luck.
Day 31: Washington Generals - Tocopilla Peppers (Chile Division 9) - for Tocopilla Peppers. The odd is 13.89. Good luck. | In this thread good bets will be posted during Season 9 .
Day 7 : Nijmegen Matrix Bet - Herne Sound ( Switzerland Division 3 ) - for Herne Sound . The odd is 10.23 . Good luck .
Day 9 : Panchiao Superstar - Taiwan Magic ( Taiwan Division - for Panchiao Superstar . The odd is 12.75 . Good luck .
Day 25 : Lautaro Montt - Washington Generals ( Chile Division 9 ) - for Lautaro Montt . The odd is 13.74 . Good luck .
Day 27 : Washington Generals - La Cheetas ( Chile Division 9 ) - for La Cheetas . The odd is 4.98 . Good luck .
Day 29 : San Frogs - Washington Generals ( Chile Division 9 ) - for San Frogs . The odd is 13.85 . Good luck .
Day 30 : San Addicts - Washington Generals ( Chile Division 9 ) - for San Addicts . The odd is 13.89 . Good luck .
Day 31 : Washington Generals - Tocopilla Peppers ( Chile Division 9 ) - for Tocopilla Peppers . The odd is 13.89 . Good luck . | 200 | 56 |
Membership in the AIBL is open to lawyers who are interested in international business law and can contribute to the objects of the association.
The AIBL’s annual membership fee is CHF 150.00, for the period from January to December.
Your e-mail address is essential as e-mail is the AIBL’s primary means of contact with its members for up-coming activities and events.
Would you like more information about the AIBL? Feel free to contact us. | Membership in the AIBL is open to lawyers who are interested in international business law and can contribute to the objects of the association .
The AIBL ’s annual membership fee is CHF 150.00 , for the period from January to December .
Your e - mail address is essential as e - mail is the AIBL ’s primary means of contact with its members for up - coming activities and events .
Would you like more information about the AIBL ? Feel free to contact us . | 91 | 9 |
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Your ultimate satisfaction with our installation is a top priority for us for now and especially for our future.
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We 'll keep you updated as to when you can expect deliveries from us and also when we 'll start your installation .
You 'll know when our installation teams arrive . Our vehicles are clearly signwritten for your safety and peace of mind .
We supply all required materials , equipment and we do the full installation and yes we also remove the paving rubble .
We do not make use of sub - contractors . Our people are trained to install to the proven 18 step Tudor Pave installation .
We wo n't rush your installation but we wo n't drag it out either . We install properly and effectively .
Your ultimate satisfaction with our installation is a top priority for us for now and especially for our future .
" Everything went as you said it would . Thank you ! "
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Do not miss this opportunity , contact us before it is too late ! | 195 | 22 |
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Please visit the websites below to find the perfect hotel for your trip to Reno. | The following fine establishments offer competitive room rates and are Major or Founding Sponsors of The Great Reno Balloon Race . Because of their continued support , the Balloon Race is able to remain a free event .
Please visit the websites below to find the perfect hotel for your trip to Reno . | 55 | 4 |
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Columbian Lemurian Quartz Laser Crystal 08 - Blades of Light . These are amazingly bright quartz crystals direct from Columbia . A very pure variety of quartz crystal , water clear , glassy crystal , with Lemurian barcode lines , and extreme lustre . Approx size 18.5 x 6.5 cm . This is a FANTASTIC Lemurian crystal , Laser crystal , recod keeper , manifestation crystal , rainbow crystal , barnacle crystal ! The photograph is of the actual Columbian Lemurian Quartz Laser Crystal you are buying .
Howlite Crystal Heart These beautiful individually patterned white Howlite Crystal Hearts are wonderful quality and value . Howlite is a stone of action helping you to reach your goals and fulfil your dreams . Size approximately 4.5 cm . Generic photograph , the item you receive will be similar to those in the photographs . Howlite crystal heart sold singularly .
Quartz crystal heart - rock crystal heart approximate size 4.5 cm wide . Generic photographs , the item you receive will be similar to those in the photographs . Quartz crystal heart , rock crystal heart , clear quartz crystal heart , crystal heart .
Quartz crystal faceted pendulum dowser . Our most popular crystal pendulum . Quartz ( also known as rock crystal channels any type of energy - perfect for dowsing Size 2.5 - 4 cm with silver chain .
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Herkimer Diamond Crystal A Grade Small high quality Herkimer crystals . Approx size 1 - 1.5 cm Some with minor inclusions Generic photograph .
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Quartz crystal keyring . Made with a single high quality clear quartz crystal and silver coloured chain and split ring . Approx size of quartz crystal 3 - 4.6 cm , chain 3 cm . Generic photograph . | 792 | 126 |
South of Adelaide you'll find Australia's Fleurie wine region. There's a special vineyard there, Stranger's Reach, where the vines see no irrigation, their grapes ripening in the hot Australian summer with the breezes from the Great Southern Ocean to cool them at night.
Handpicked, traditional basket presses squeeze every ounce of fantastic flavour from the grapes after fermentation and enjoy a lavish 18 months in French oak.
Superb by itself, or with any full-flavoured dish you can think of, it's drinking well already, but you could cellar this for another five to ten years with ease. Wonderfully rich, supple Cab to die for.
If you think Australian wines are pretty much the same, you really should treat yourself to a bottle of this delicious Cabernet Sauvignon red wine. Coming from the small Fleurie Peninsula region, it's a powerhouse of ripe blackcurrant, blueberry flavours showing just how good Aussie wine can be.
"Wow, this packs a wallop. It’s not just the voluminous, silky and rich abundance of the cassis aromas, but there’s chocolate and plum, cedary herbs, black olive and graphite, in a powerhouse nose that takes no prisoners. On the palate, it is, of course, a concentrated and powerful wine, but there’s an interesting cherryish kirsch-like higher-toned edge to the black fruit too, firm, chalk-dry tannins and more cherry to the acidity. This needs some robust foods – a steak maybe – right now, but will cellar for many years too I suspect"
The vineyards of South Australia produce half of Australia's total volume of wine, with regions as diverse as the lower altitude Barossa Valley, producing rich, structured reds, to the higher altitude vineyards such as the Adelaide Hills and Eden Valley regions, perfect for the production of crisp, dry whites.
Burgers and red wine are a match made in heaven but don’t forget the blue cheese element which could scupper your wine choice. To contrast the creamy, salty notes of the cheese, head to full, fruity reds with good acidity. A classic Aussie Cabernet Sauvignon will pair beautifully.
A robust, flavoursome Portuguese pork stew that's not for the faint-hearted, this needs a full, ripe red wine to stand up to the porky flavours. Try big New World reds such as Shiraz or Cabernet. Dandelion Vineyard's Pride of the Fleurieu Cabernet Sauvignon will definitely fit the bill.
Lamb is a classic match for Aus Cabernet Sauvignon. The balanced tannins and cedary flavours of the wine perfectly matching this simple, easy roast. | South of Adelaide you 'll find Australia 's Fleurie wine region . There 's a special vineyard there , Stranger 's Reach , where the vines see no irrigation , their grapes ripening in the hot Australian summer with the breezes from the Great Southern Ocean to cool them at night .
Handpicked , traditional basket presses squeeze every ounce of fantastic flavour from the grapes after fermentation and enjoy a lavish 18 months in French oak .
Superb by itself , or with any full - flavoured dish you can think of , it 's drinking well already , but you could cellar this for another five to ten years with ease . Wonderfully rich , supple Cab to die for .
If you think Australian wines are pretty much the same , you really should treat yourself to a bottle of this delicious Cabernet Sauvignon red wine . Coming from the small Fleurie Peninsula region , it 's a powerhouse of ripe blackcurrant , blueberry flavours showing just how good Aussie wine can be .
" Wow , this packs a wallop . It ’s not just the voluminous , silky and rich abundance of the cassis aromas , but there ’s chocolate and plum , cedary herbs , black olive and graphite , in a powerhouse nose that takes no prisoners . On the palate , it is , of course , a concentrated and powerful wine , but there ’s an interesting cherryish kirsch - like higher - toned edge to the black fruit too , firm , chalk - dry tannins and more cherry to the acidity . This needs some robust foods – a steak maybe – right now , but will cellar for many years too I suspect "
The vineyards of South Australia produce half of Australia 's total volume of wine , with regions as diverse as the lower altitude Barossa Valley , producing rich , structured reds , to the higher altitude vineyards such as the Adelaide Hills and Eden Valley regions , perfect for the production of crisp , dry whites .
Burgers and red wine are a match made in heaven but do n’t forget the blue cheese element which could scupper your wine choice . To contrast the creamy , salty notes of the cheese , head to full , fruity reds with good acidity . A classic Aussie Cabernet Sauvignon will pair beautifully .
A robust , flavoursome Portuguese pork stew that 's not for the faint - hearted , this needs a full , ripe red wine to stand up to the porky flavours . Try big New World reds such as Shiraz or Cabernet . Dandelion Vineyard 's Pride of the Fleurieu Cabernet Sauvignon will definitely fit the bill .
Lamb is a classic match for Aus Cabernet Sauvignon . The balanced tannins and cedary flavours of the wine perfectly matching this simple , easy roast . | 501 | 65 |
Have questions? Get answers from Flowers Painting & Sanitary Works or Yello.ae users. Visitors haven’t asked any questions yet. | Have questions ? Get answers from Flowers Painting & Sanitary Works or Yello.ae users . Visitors have n’t asked any questions yet . | 23 | 4 |
It's a weird and exciting day, and everything seems like it's happening in slow motion. So let's distract ourselves with more voting. In the spirit of America and Americana at Brand developer Rick Caruso, who may run for mayor of Los Angeles (the deadline to file is Saturday), please pick your next mayor. Caruso's long and illustrious bio is here. Mayor Villaraigosa's long and illustrious bio is here. | It 's a weird and exciting day , and everything seems like it 's happening in slow motion . So let 's distract ourselves with more voting . In the spirit of America and Americana at Brand developer Rick Caruso , who may run for mayor of Los Angeles ( the deadline to file is Saturday ) , please pick your next mayor . Caruso 's long and illustrious bio is here . Mayor Villaraigosa 's long and illustrious bio is here . | 83 | 10 |
This map shows the daily air quality index from LAQN pollution analysers in and around Reading. Not all analysers on the network are contacted every hour, so some sites may show 'no data'. Data have undergone automatic validity checks. | This map shows the daily air quality index from LAQN pollution analysers in and around Reading . Not all analysers on the network are contacted every hour , so some sites may show ' no data ' . Data have undergone automatic validity checks . | 45 | 6 |
Sample Authority Letter for Bank. If any company or organization allows any employee to attain the authority to deal with the bank. Including collection and deposition of money, demand drafts etc. For this purpose an authority letter is required for official purpose in bank. This is a kind of legal and official document which is provided on behalf of company. Format of Authorization Letter for general people is also available. Format is given below.
We hereby authorize our Mr. ______________S/O ______ having CNIC number 032-14567-0000 to collect the cheque books,pay order, demand drafts, C.D.R cheques returned in clearing, Account statement etc. on our behalf, his specimen signatures are appended below for your record and kind perusal.
The above authority is valid till our further instructions in writing.
This letter is to authorize Mr. James Green, having national identity number: 000-888-999. working as Finance Manager in Engro Group Limited to take in hand the charge of all the transaction from bank including the money orders, cheques, Pay Orders etc. He is also allowed to collect the bank statement of company. All the authorrities will be taken back if he will not continue with us, just in case. This letter is for you record.
This letter is to certify that I am Eva James, account holder in your bank since last two years and my bank account number is: 000-9888ABC. I, for my business purpose have to leave the city and until the I come back I authorize Kin James, my mother to be my account incharge. She have authority for transactions, bank deposits and collections etc. I authorize her on my behalf. This letter is for official bank record. | Sample Authority Letter for Bank . If any company or organization allows any employee to attain the authority to deal with the bank . Including collection and deposition of money , demand drafts etc . For this purpose an authority letter is required for official purpose in bank . This is a kind of legal and official document which is provided on behalf of company . Format of Authorization Letter for general people is also available . Format is given below .
We hereby authorize our Mr. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ S / O _ _ _ _ _ _ having CNIC number 032 - 14567 - 0000 to collect the cheque books , pay order , demand drafts , C.D.R cheques returned in clearing , Account statement etc . on our behalf , his specimen signatures are appended below for your record and kind perusal .
The above authority is valid till our further instructions in writing .
This letter is to authorize Mr. James Green , having national identity number : 000 - 888 - 999 . working as Finance Manager in Engro Group Limited to take in hand the charge of all the transaction from bank including the money orders , cheques , Pay Orders etc . He is also allowed to collect the bank statement of company . All the authorrities will be taken back if he will not continue with us , just in case . This letter is for you record .
This letter is to certify that I am Eva James , account holder in your bank since last two years and my bank account number is : 000 - 9888ABC . I , for my business purpose have to leave the city and until the I come back I authorize Kin James , my mother to be my account incharge . She have authority for transactions , bank deposits and collections etc . I authorize her on my behalf . This letter is for official bank record . | 350 | 62 |
Create an impacted with the stunning sleeveless jumpsuit with perfected flared detail imitating a retro style. The jumpsuit has a high neckband which fastens with a buttoned at the nape. A flattering waistline is featured and a unique bold Geometric Striped pattern. | Create an impacted with the stunning sleeveless jumpsuit with perfected flared detail imitating a retro style . The jumpsuit has a high neckband which fastens with a buttoned at the nape . A flattering waistline is featured and a unique bold Geometric Striped pattern . | 45 | 3 |
We are leaving our stay in a traditional Japanese farm house near Miyama with a beautiful old vegetarian Buddhist couple, Keisan and Setsusan. It was spartan and rustic (sleeping on floor mats and one shared outhouse made us appreciate what we left behind) but so wonderful to be out in the beautiful Japanese countryside.
The family lives on an organic garden, where they make their own tofu from their soy beans, their own ancient rice strain, Japanese vegetables, some fruits (we had homemade plum juice that was like eating pure magic), and chickens for their eggs (never meat).
We helped pound the rice into a gelatinous paste for mochi, brandy sliced and cooked in the kitchen with Setsusan, the kids fished in the creek for fish which brought a huge smile on Keisan every time they pulled up a squiggly fish, hiked through a beautiful cedar forest that reminded us of hiking through the redwoods on the California coast, went and prayed at their Buddhist temple (he asked that we all pray for world peace), rang the monastery bell, and smiled with our wonderful hosts the entire time.
Meals were a big event, where we would all arrange our many small plates and bowls in a very strict fashion (we kept worrying that we were placing our chopsticks on the wrong side), turned the zippers on the floor cushions away from the home’s altar, and waited patiently for the grandfather to lead the blessing and give thanks for the blessing of the meal. The food was ‘interesting’ with many pickled vegetables, tofu and egg mixes, soups, and always rice. Flavors and textures like we’ve never experienced, and some of them were good.
At night, they pulled out some traditional games where we blindfolded ourselves and with the help of a partner tried to reassemble a face on the board it was so funny to watch.
Japanese society is struggling with the consequences of an aging population (low birth rates mean the population is aging and shrinking) combined with urbanization (34 million people live in Tokyo!) which leaves empty homes in the countryside and dying villages (literally and figuratively) and homes with amazing history, land, and architecture that are nearly free because no one wants them.
We loved the countryside and the people (almost all elderly) in Japanese farm land.
On the way home we stopped at a few beautiful temples and shrines.
The first temple we went to was the Jingo-Ji Temple. Before we even got to the temple, we had to climb up so many steps. The first flight was easy and we ran up them but then we went up and up and up. It felt like we could’ve flown an airplane up there. PHEW!! A LOT OF WORK FOR TWO KIDS AND THREE GROWN UPS!! Then and only then we went into the temple. We had to take our shoes off to go into the temple. After we went inside, we went to the pond and saw a large amount of tadpoles.
At Ginkakuji Temple we saw a really small sand and clay replica of Mt. Fuji and the Silver Pagoda. We walked around a path through the garden and walked quite a bit. Really, we didn’t do much at that temple, but it was really beautiful, even in the rain.
Heian Shrine was also pretty awesome and really BIG. It is a Shinto shrine, not Buddhist like the other one. We got to walk in the gardens which were very pretty. My favorite part was when we got to buy some bread and feed the gigantic koi and cute, little turtles. Brayden and I said we could have stayed there for hours. We wanted the turtles to get all our food, because they were so slow and the koi kept stealing from the turtles. Sometimes we would even throw the bread onto their shells, but they didn’t notice. It was really funny.
Omri, our tour guide, told us a story about the ancient Japanese Shinto treasures. One of the treasures is the sword. This was the story: There once was a man who had eight daughters. Seven of the eight daughters were kidnapped by an eight-headed serpent. The old man asked the God, Susanoo to kill the serpent, so he could save his eighth daughter. Susanoo killed the beast by bringing him eight bottles of sake and putting them each behind eight gates. When the serpent stuck his head into the gate to drink the sake, Susanoo slammed the first gate on his head and chopped it off. He saved the daughter and while he was fighting the beast, he discovered the sacred sword and returned it to the Shinto Sun Goddess.
I felt really happy when we were saying good-bye to the people we stayed with at the farmhouse, but I also felt a little sad, because we were leaving such nice people who were always smiling, telling stories and really full of happiness. The temples and the shrine were so pretty, especially in the rain. I really loved the Japanese gardens, they all made me feel so peaceful.
Brookie…what a wonderful story…like you, I found myself feeling sorry for the poor turtles!! I’m glad you took such good care of them. I also found myself wondering just what you will be doing next…’can’t wait to hear! | We are leaving our stay in a traditional Japanese farm house near Miyama with a beautiful old vegetarian Buddhist couple , Keisan and Setsusan . It was spartan and rustic ( sleeping on floor mats and one shared outhouse made us appreciate what we left behind ) but so wonderful to be out in the beautiful Japanese countryside .
The family lives on an organic garden , where they make their own tofu from their soy beans , their own ancient rice strain , Japanese vegetables , some fruits ( we had homemade plum juice that was like eating pure magic ) , and chickens for their eggs ( never meat ) .
We helped pound the rice into a gelatinous paste for mochi , brandy sliced and cooked in the kitchen with Setsusan , the kids fished in the creek for fish which brought a huge smile on Keisan every time they pulled up a squiggly fish , hiked through a beautiful cedar forest that reminded us of hiking through the redwoods on the California coast , went and prayed at their Buddhist temple ( he asked that we all pray for world peace ) , rang the monastery bell , and smiled with our wonderful hosts the entire time .
Meals were a big event , where we would all arrange our many small plates and bowls in a very strict fashion ( we kept worrying that we were placing our chopsticks on the wrong side ) , turned the zippers on the floor cushions away from the home ’s altar , and waited patiently for the grandfather to lead the blessing and give thanks for the blessing of the meal . The food was ‘ interesting ’ with many pickled vegetables , tofu and egg mixes , soups , and always rice . Flavors and textures like we ’ve never experienced , and some of them were good .
At night , they pulled out some traditional games where we blindfolded ourselves and with the help of a partner tried to reassemble a face on the board it was so funny to watch .
Japanese society is struggling with the consequences of an aging population ( low birth rates mean the population is aging and shrinking ) combined with urbanization ( 34 million people live in Tokyo ! ) which leaves empty homes in the countryside and dying villages ( literally and figuratively ) and homes with amazing history , land , and architecture that are nearly free because no one wants them .
We loved the countryside and the people ( almost all elderly ) in Japanese farm land .
On the way home we stopped at a few beautiful temples and shrines .
The first temple we went to was the Jingo - Ji Temple . Before we even got to the temple , we had to climb up so many steps . The first flight was easy and we ran up them but then we went up and up and up . It felt like we could ’ve flown an airplane up there . PHEW ! ! A LOT OF WORK FOR TWO KIDS AND THREE GROWN UPS ! ! Then and only then we went into the temple . We had to take our shoes off to go into the temple . After we went inside , we went to the pond and saw a large amount of tadpoles .
At Ginkakuji Temple we saw a really small sand and clay replica of Mt. Fuji and the Silver Pagoda . We walked around a path through the garden and walked quite a bit . Really , we did n’t do much at that temple , but it was really beautiful , even in the rain .
Heian Shrine was also pretty awesome and really BIG . It is a Shinto shrine , not Buddhist like the other one . We got to walk in the gardens which were very pretty . My favorite part was when we got to buy some bread and feed the gigantic koi and cute , little turtles . Brayden and I said we could have stayed there for hours . We wanted the turtles to get all our food , because they were so slow and the koi kept stealing from the turtles . Sometimes we would even throw the bread onto their shells , but they did n’t notice . It was really funny .
Omri , our tour guide , told us a story about the ancient Japanese Shinto treasures . One of the treasures is the sword . This was the story : There once was a man who had eight daughters . Seven of the eight daughters were kidnapped by an eight - headed serpent . The old man asked the God , Susanoo to kill the serpent , so he could save his eighth daughter . Susanoo killed the beast by bringing him eight bottles of sake and putting them each behind eight gates . When the serpent stuck his head into the gate to drink the sake , Susanoo slammed the first gate on his head and chopped it off . He saved the daughter and while he was fighting the beast , he discovered the sacred sword and returned it to the Shinto Sun Goddess .
I felt really happy when we were saying good - bye to the people we stayed with at the farmhouse , but I also felt a little sad , because we were leaving such nice people who were always smiling , telling stories and really full of happiness . The temples and the shrine were so pretty , especially in the rain . I really loved the Japanese gardens , they all made me feel so peaceful .
Brookie … what a wonderful story … like you , I found myself feeling sorry for the poor turtles ! ! I ’m glad you took such good care of them . I also found myself wondering just what you will be doing next … ’can’t wait to hear ! | 1,036 | 119 |
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"Does the Patient-centered Medical Home Model Change Staffing and Utili" by Jeongyoung Park, Xiaoli Wu et al.
Park, J., Wu, X., Frogner, B., & Pittman, P. (2018). Does the Patient-centered Medical Home Model Change Staffing and Utilization in the Community Health Centers?. Medical care, 56 (9). http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/MLR.0000000000000965. | " Does the Patient - centered Medical Home Model Change Staffing and Utili " by Jeongyoung Park , Xiaoli Wu et al .
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An important issue is at hand that impacts the fairness of taxes that some pay and, in some cases, do not pay.
At a time when governing officials look to broaden the tax base, they face challenges to respect and be fair to those existing property taxpayers that end up subsidizing those in the 'for profit' sector, which in effect narrows the tax base.
Reflecting on a new policy proposal provided to the city commission on June 13, the topic of Rural Housing Incentive Districts will be examined for consideration of incorporating this as a section into the overall city economic development policy.
In a staff memo related to housing needs and efforts to reduce housing costs, the narrative in the cover sheet of the Housing Study Group, reported as, "reached the conclusion (hat housing issues in Hays have not manifested into discernible problems and there is no need for policy recommendations at this time."
In the work session agenda memo, page 167, the options listed are 1) Approve RHID policy as presented 2) Give staff further guidance and 3) Take no action.
It would be appropriate and, I believe many taxpayers would support, a "take no action." It appears to be very general and "for-profits" should be excluded from application. Commissioners Kent Steward and Henry Schwaller appear more sensitive toward concerns related on fairness to the taxpayers.
It is clearly evident that a for-profit special interest party named in the June 14 Hays Daily News story would like nothing better than a quick rubber stamp of approval. And if so, how soon can FedEx deliver an application before the ink dries?
I gather from their prior investment venture (and let me be a little loose with that term in view of the lessened risk taken) for the 32-unit Stonepost apartments on East Fifth, which did not have the benefit of long-term abatements. Valuation at the start was $1,184,870 with taxes paid at the early start at $16,000 -- but, in 2012, taxes were $10,149 on a reduced valuation of $790,300.
Pray tell, how did this happen? The trick of the trade is to protest and file an appeal with the local hearing officer, who in this case made the correct call to say "no" and when that fails you pack a violin, head east to the State Board of Tax Appeals and work the system under the guise of "revitalization," which usually only works for real depressed areas of a city. After singing a sad song, daddy gives back the candy. I really doubt any planning commission or board is going to see blighted property in any area near the medical center as merit for a revitalization approach.
Along the way, we are told that other communities like Dodge City and Garden City are doing this, as if their gullibility should set a standard or justification for taking the same path. Apparently, staff has recommended approval.
As an example of a true entrepreneur in the housing trade and there are others out there to be sure, a man named Wes Bainter of Hoxie happens to be in the midst of construction on his self-owned 32 units called Ellis Estates located at 33rd and Indian Trail in Hays. These units are independent living apartments for seniors with a taxable valuation that will stand at $2.1 million.
When asked why he chose Hays, he said he wanted to provide a service to senior citizens here and at six other similar communities. I didn't hear the words, "make money" or "make a profit." I heard clearly, "I'm not asking for tax breaks, and I don't want a government subsidy."
Next time, any community organizer from Washington says, "You didn't build that. Somebody else made that happen," I'll tell them that locally Wes Bainter Construction and Rans Aircraft owner Randy Schlitter did it without money from the taxpayers. | An important issue is at hand that impacts the fairness of taxes that some pay and , in some cases , do not pay .
At a time when governing officials look to broaden the tax base , they face challenges to respect and be fair to those existing property taxpayers that end up subsidizing those in the ' for profit ' sector , which in effect narrows the tax base .
Reflecting on a new policy proposal provided to the city commission on June 13 , the topic of Rural Housing Incentive Districts will be examined for consideration of incorporating this as a section into the overall city economic development policy .
In a staff memo related to housing needs and efforts to reduce housing costs , the narrative in the cover sheet of the Housing Study Group , reported as , " reached the conclusion ( hat housing issues in Hays have not manifested into discernible problems and there is no need for policy recommendations at this time . "
In the work session agenda memo , page 167 , the options listed are 1 ) Approve RHID policy as presented 2 ) Give staff further guidance and 3 ) Take no action .
It would be appropriate and , I believe many taxpayers would support , a " take no action . " It appears to be very general and " for - profits " should be excluded from application . Commissioners Kent Steward and Henry Schwaller appear more sensitive toward concerns related on fairness to the taxpayers .
It is clearly evident that a for - profit special interest party named in the June 14 Hays Daily News story would like nothing better than a quick rubber stamp of approval . And if so , how soon can FedEx deliver an application before the ink dries ?
I gather from their prior investment venture ( and let me be a little loose with that term in view of the lessened risk taken ) for the 32 - unit Stonepost apartments on East Fifth , which did not have the benefit of long - term abatements . Valuation at the start was $ 1,184,870 with taxes paid at the early start at $ 16,000 -- but , in 2012 , taxes were $ 10,149 on a reduced valuation of $ 790,300 .
Pray tell , how did this happen ? The trick of the trade is to protest and file an appeal with the local hearing officer , who in this case made the correct call to say " no " and when that fails you pack a violin , head east to the State Board of Tax Appeals and work the system under the guise of " revitalization , " which usually only works for real depressed areas of a city . After singing a sad song , daddy gives back the candy . I really doubt any planning commission or board is going to see blighted property in any area near the medical center as merit for a revitalization approach .
Along the way , we are told that other communities like Dodge City and Garden City are doing this , as if their gullibility should set a standard or justification for taking the same path . Apparently , staff has recommended approval .
As an example of a true entrepreneur in the housing trade and there are others out there to be sure , a man named Wes Bainter of Hoxie happens to be in the midst of construction on his self - owned 32 units called Ellis Estates located at 33rd and Indian Trail in Hays . These units are independent living apartments for seniors with a taxable valuation that will stand at $ 2.1 million .
When asked why he chose Hays , he said he wanted to provide a service to senior citizens here and at six other similar communities . I did n't hear the words , " make money " or " make a profit . " I heard clearly , " I 'm not asking for tax breaks , and I do n't want a government subsidy . "
Next time , any community organizer from Washington says , " You did n't build that . Somebody else made that happen , " I 'll tell them that locally Wes Bainter Construction and Rans Aircraft owner Randy Schlitter did it without money from the taxpayers . | 760 | 89 |
A tent to sleep in.
Next day we play in the sand.
Going camping is so fun! | A tent to sleep in .
Next day we play in the sand .
Going camping is so fun ! | 22 | 3 |
the Swiss Drum Academy - the leading drum school in Switzerland. Not only is he a great live and session drummer, he also writes books and runs workshops for drum magazines. Playing live is what he loves the most, but also in the studio sessions (also for big tv & films) he is known for his accuracy and for his professional attitude. With his rock band STONEMAN, RicoH travels the world. With over 120 shows per year, he is one of the busiest drummers in Europe. International specialist ma- gazines interview and report on him on a regular basis. | the Swiss Drum Academy - the leading drum school in Switzerland . Not only is he a great live and session drummer , he also writes books and runs workshops for drum magazines . Playing live is what he loves the most , but also in the studio sessions ( also for big tv & films ) he is known for his accuracy and for his professional attitude . With his rock band STONEMAN , RicoH travels the world . With over 120 shows per year , he is one of the busiest drummers in Europe . International specialist ma- gazines interview and report on him on a regular basis . | 111 | 14 |
Making a proper plate of com tam Vietnamese broken rice does not come easily, even to experienced local chefs.
The dish, a typical specialty of South Vietnam, made from cheaper "broken rice," most commonly goes with a grilled pork chop, a fried egg, shredded pork skin and a pork-egg custard alongside pickled vegetables (usually carrots and parsnips, but sometimes also cucumbers and cabbage).
The dish is accompanied with super-sweet fish sauce and chili that northerners and people from the central region sometimes have a hard time getting down because of all the sugar.
But German Ralph Ludwig, who comes from Augsburg City in South Germany, has had no problem eating plate upon plate of the stuff. He fell in love with the dish so deeply that he now sells it at his own Com Tam Ba Son Restaurant.
Opened in Ho Chi Minh City eight weeks ago, the venture has been successful so far.
His wife's family has been selling com tam in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap for decades. His uncle-in-law is still running the original Com Tam Ba Son Restaurant there.
"It's not a franchise. It's a family business," Ludwig says.
Before coming up with the restaurant idea, he was thinking of retiring after 10 years of doing businesses in Vietnam.
For the first six years, he worked for Siemens group, an electronics giant from Germany, as CEO of the Communications Division. He looked after branches in Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan and South Korea from HCMC.
He was then appointed the position of CEO of Communications for China. The job required him and his wife to move to Hong Kong.
They lived there for fourteen months but they did not like the life there, so they returned and he started his new job in 2010 as General Director of the Schindler Ltd. Vietnam, specializing in elevator and escalator equipment sales.
But he decided to step out of the executive management last year and knew that he would need to do something to keep himself busy if he were to retire.
The idea of opening the com tam restaurant came from his wife.
They called their parents for help and chose the Phu My Hung urban area in District 7 because Ludwig wanted to have a clean environment and a location that would attract foreign customers.
"I know they want to see a foreign face, and maybe they feel more confident about the food," he says.
Tran Thi Hong Hoa, his mother-in-law, has moved to the city to help out. She too was thinking about retiring, but she can't get enough of selling com tam.
Hoa now takes care of the kitchen as the main cook. Ludwig is in charge of management.
Speaking about his strategy to compete with the city's thousands of com tam shops, Ludwig said firmly that what makes people keep coming back to his place is the quality of the food, the restaurant's environment as well as its service.
As a businessman, he knows how to make "Com Tam Ba Son" a famous brand. "To develop a brand, we need to have sustainable quality," he says.
He says that along with quality ingredients, it's cleanliness - from the table to the kitchen to the restroom - is the primary standard at his restaurant.
"Clean, very clean, and professional as much as possible. We've also trained our waiters and waitresses very carefully to make sure they bring good service," he said.
He said the prices were a bit high because of the quality of the meat.
Apart from com tam, Ludwig's Com Tam Ba Son also offers a few German specialties: sausages and beer.
"Vietnamese can eat com tam everyday, but foreigners cannot," he says.
Ludwig is also super proud of the homemade lasagna he makes himself and sells at the shop. He smiles brightly as he shows it off, like a child happy with a major achievement.
The best thing about Com Tam Ba Son is the secrete meat marinade and fish sauce made with his mother-in-law's family recipe, handed down from generation to generation.
Ludwig's favorite "funny and surprising story" from his shop is about the day a group of Vietnamese people on motorbikes stopped at his place and ordered some com tam to take away.
They looked at the menu prices of around VND55,000-70,000 per dish of com tam, and complained that the price was too high, and that they could have the same com tam at half of those prices at a place not very far from there.
But they decided to try Ludwig's com tam, and now they come back almost every day.
Only two among his 15 waiters and waitresses speak good English so he and his wife are there to help foreigners.
keep themselves busy. What I like more in Vietnam is that we always have a lot of business opportunities. If you have some particular good idea, and you are keen on it, you can easily get success," he said.
At the moment, Ludwig still runs his own company in Germany apart from Com Tam Ba Son, but he spends almost all his time in Vietnam and just looks out for that company via phone or email through a general director over there. | Making a proper plate of com tam Vietnamese broken rice does not come easily , even to experienced local chefs .
The dish , a typical specialty of South Vietnam , made from cheaper " broken rice," most commonly goes with a grilled pork chop , a fried egg , shredded pork skin and a pork - egg custard alongside pickled vegetables ( usually carrots and parsnips , but sometimes also cucumbers and cabbage ) .
The dish is accompanied with super - sweet fish sauce and chili that northerners and people from the central region sometimes have a hard time getting down because of all the sugar .
But German Ralph Ludwig , who comes from Augsburg City in South Germany , has had no problem eating plate upon plate of the stuff . He fell in love with the dish so deeply that he now sells it at his own Com Tam Ba Son Restaurant .
Opened in Ho Chi Minh City eight weeks ago , the venture has been successful so far .
His wife 's family has been selling com tam in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap for decades . His uncle - in - law is still running the original Com Tam Ba Son Restaurant there .
" It 's not a franchise . It 's a family business," Ludwig says .
Before coming up with the restaurant idea , he was thinking of retiring after 10 years of doing businesses in Vietnam .
For the first six years , he worked for Siemens group , an electronics giant from Germany , as CEO of the Communications Division . He looked after branches in Vietnam , Cambodia , Japan and South Korea from HCMC .
He was then appointed the position of CEO of Communications for China . The job required him and his wife to move to Hong Kong .
They lived there for fourteen months but they did not like the life there , so they returned and he started his new job in 2010 as General Director of the Schindler Ltd. Vietnam , specializing in elevator and escalator equipment sales .
But he decided to step out of the executive management last year and knew that he would need to do something to keep himself busy if he were to retire .
The idea of opening the com tam restaurant came from his wife .
They called their parents for help and chose the Phu My Hung urban area in District 7 because Ludwig wanted to have a clean environment and a location that would attract foreign customers .
" I know they want to see a foreign face , and maybe they feel more confident about the food," he says .
Tran Thi Hong Hoa , his mother - in - law , has moved to the city to help out . She too was thinking about retiring , but she ca n't get enough of selling com tam .
Hoa now takes care of the kitchen as the main cook . Ludwig is in charge of management .
Speaking about his strategy to compete with the city 's thousands of com tam shops , Ludwig said firmly that what makes people keep coming back to his place is the quality of the food , the restaurant 's environment as well as its service .
As a businessman , he knows how to make " Com Tam Ba Son" a famous brand . " To develop a brand , we need to have sustainable quality," he says .
He says that along with quality ingredients , it 's cleanliness - from the table to the kitchen to the restroom - is the primary standard at his restaurant .
" Clean , very clean , and professional as much as possible . We 've also trained our waiters and waitresses very carefully to make sure they bring good service," he said .
He said the prices were a bit high because of the quality of the meat .
Apart from com tam , Ludwig 's Com Tam Ba Son also offers a few German specialties : sausages and beer .
" Vietnamese can eat com tam everyday , but foreigners cannot," he says .
Ludwig is also super proud of the homemade lasagna he makes himself and sells at the shop . He smiles brightly as he shows it off , like a child happy with a major achievement .
The best thing about Com Tam Ba Son is the secrete meat marinade and fish sauce made with his mother - in - law 's family recipe , handed down from generation to generation .
Ludwig 's favorite " funny and surprising story" from his shop is about the day a group of Vietnamese people on motorbikes stopped at his place and ordered some com tam to take away .
They looked at the menu prices of around VND55,000 - 70,000 per dish of com tam , and complained that the price was too high , and that they could have the same com tam at half of those prices at a place not very far from there .
But they decided to try Ludwig 's com tam , and now they come back almost every day .
Only two among his 15 waiters and waitresses speak good English so he and his wife are there to help foreigners .
keep themselves busy . What I like more in Vietnam is that we always have a lot of business opportunities . If you have some particular good idea , and you are keen on it , you can easily get success," he said .
At the moment , Ludwig still runs his own company in Germany apart from Com Tam Ba Son , but he spends almost all his time in Vietnam and just looks out for that company via phone or email through a general director over there . | 1,031 | 105 |
Happy 150th Birthday Boise – Blackstead Building Co.
The amazing beautiful city of trees is now 150 years old on July 7th. Being silly and fun at home with the sparklers and flashlights, we created a couple photos that got some attention on KTVB’s social media sites. Let us know if you did anything fun for the Birthday of Boise. | Happy 150th Birthday Boise – Blackstead Building Co.
The amazing beautiful city of trees is now 150 years old on July 7th . Being silly and fun at home with the sparklers and flashlights , we created a couple photos that got some attention on KTVB ’s social media sites . Let us know if you did anything fun for the Birthday of Boise . | 66 | 5 |
At the conclusion of the Mailboxes Unlimited Winter Age Groups Championships at the BASA Pool, www.islandstats.com can bring you the Individual Points Age Group Winners.
Marleigh Howes was crowned the 10 & Under Girls Individual Champions after she recorded 1,385 points, Arabella Newport Derbyshire was second with 1,136 points and Ava Pedro finished third with 1,064 points.
The 10 & Under Boys Individual Champion was Luke Horan who had 631 points, Ramsay Soutter was second with 580 points and Jacob Wright finished third with 559 points.
Giada Dudley-Pun won the 11-12 Girls Individual title with 2,333 points, Imojen Judd finished second with 2,065 points and Bella Howes finished third with 1,926 points.
The 11-12 Boys Individual Champion was Brandon Adkins who had 1,700 points, Harlan Watson-Brown was second with 1,357 points and Flynn Watson-Brown finished third with 1,335 points.
Taylor White was crowned the 13-14 Girls Individual Champion after she recorded 2,705 points, Josephine Duerden was second with 2,336 points and Emma Kittleson finished third with 2,210 points.
The 13-14 Boys Individual crown was won by Finn Moseley who had 2,168 points, Tommy Marshall was second with 1,278 points and Leo Foster had 1,266 points finishing third.
Logan Watson-Brown was crowned the 15 & Over Girls - Individual Champion after she accumulated 3,181 points, Skyler Powell was second with 2,885 points and Alyson Scherer was third with 2,417 points.
The 15 & Over Boys Individual title went to Brian Desmond who had 2,768 points, Jack Harvey finished second with 2,506 and Zebedee Wakely finished third with 2,203 points. | At the conclusion of the Mailboxes Unlimited Winter Age Groups Championships at the BASA Pool , www.islandstats.com can bring you the Individual Points Age Group Winners .
Marleigh Howes was crowned the 10 & Under Girls Individual Champions after she recorded 1,385 points , Arabella Newport Derbyshire was second with 1,136 points and Ava Pedro finished third with 1,064 points .
The 10 & Under Boys Individual Champion was Luke Horan who had 631 points , Ramsay Soutter was second with 580 points and Jacob Wright finished third with 559 points .
Giada Dudley - Pun won the 11 - 12 Girls Individual title with 2,333 points , Imojen Judd finished second with 2,065 points and Bella Howes finished third with 1,926 points .
The 11 - 12 Boys Individual Champion was Brandon Adkins who had 1,700 points , Harlan Watson - Brown was second with 1,357 points and Flynn Watson - Brown finished third with 1,335 points .
Taylor White was crowned the 13 - 14 Girls Individual Champion after she recorded 2,705 points , Josephine Duerden was second with 2,336 points and Emma Kittleson finished third with 2,210 points .
The 13 - 14 Boys Individual crown was won by Finn Moseley who had 2,168 points , Tommy Marshall was second with 1,278 points and Leo Foster had 1,266 points finishing third .
Logan Watson - Brown was crowned the 15 & Over Girls - Individual Champion after she accumulated 3,181 points , Skyler Powell was second with 2,885 points and Alyson Scherer was third with 2,417 points .
The 15 & Over Boys Individual title went to Brian Desmond who had 2,768 points , Jack Harvey finished second with 2,506 and Zebedee Wakely finished third with 2,203 points . | 300 | 31 |
Conclusion: — Thus we can say that the total process of market segmentation, targeting and positioning is a very important attribute of marketing mix. In other words, the marketer has an idea about whether to segment the market geographically, demographically, psychographically or behaviourally before undertaking any research. And brand positioning denotes the positioning of the brand viz-a-viz the competing brands in the chosen product category. In practice, demographic segmentation can potentially employ any variable that is used by the nation's census collectors. In a differentiated approach the firm targets one or more market segments, and develops separate offers for each segment. Not surprisingly, almost every consumer behavior variable has been proposed for segmenting markets.
Without right targeting, the firm cannot formulate an effective strategy. With most of them working, being married and having other adult responsibilities they look to target that kind of man and build from there. According to Berni et al, when a product is as versatile as wine, traditional approaches geographic, demographic, and psychographic , can be restrictive. The full terms of this license are available at and incorporate the. A market can be segmented in many ways although, in general, there are three distinct approaches to specify market segments. Rarely does anyone analyze this basic data, however.
Family functions are always a great way to introduce my creativity by designing new homemade cakes. Thus, segmentation was essentially a brand-driven process. For purposes of market research analysis this means making certain assumptions about different groups that are generally accepted as pertaining to that group. Step 4: Coding of existing and prospective customers It is best for a business to record customer details in the form of a spreadsheet, either within an effective system or simply an excel file. Non-commercial uses of the work are permitted without any further permission from Dove Medical Press Limited, provided the work is properly attributed. The technique used by Dove underscores the belief that real market segments exist because of the fundamental reason that people consume particular products simply because they seek certain benefits.
He holds a Master of Business Administration from Iowa State University. Examples of different car segment based on purchasing power are :- Budget car segment — It is the largest segment in Indian market. Even a relatively lower volume in the segment may bring in good returns. On that basis, organizations have better chances to increase their market shares in the overall market. The most widely used segmentation bases used in business to business markets are geographics, and firmographics. But all these segments need not form its target market. Australasian Marketing Journal , 7-25.
And, consumer the end user , who makes a market, are of varying characteristics and buying behavior. Segmentation theory acknowledges the heterogeneity of all markets Jaman 2012. Alternatively, the secondary target group might consist of a small number of purchasers that account for a relatively high proportion of sales volume perhaps due to purchase value or purchase frequency. Compatibility of engine with the quality of fuel available in India. Variation in household incomes creates an opportunity for segmenting some markets along a price dimension. Here, a timely, feasible, profitably potent and environment friendly product concept has been portrayed.
Age dominant factor :-Segmentation is done on the basis of age of person. Large industry always tries to order in bulk commodities while opposite for small scale sector. A number of proprietary geo-demographic packages are available for commercial use. It also helps him to make the winning strategy and strike the right product offer and the right marketing mix. The brand targets the latter group and goes ahead to promote their product in a way that appeals to them; that makes them feel the need to use the products. For example, if you find that 15% of the U.
That is, the segments are developed for individual products at a specific time. Many people start taking it as a family car. Market segmentation is a much broader concept, however, and it pervades the practice of business throughout the world. Market research analysis using segmentation is a basic component of any marketing effort. Pepper Snapple Group Change Lab Solutions, n. The aforementioned conditions are often difficult to fulfil because of the non-existence of readymade data. Needs-based, benefit-sought, usage occasion, purchase frequency, customer loyalty, buyer readiness.
India Dairy Food Market Value Chain Analysis 1. Its positioning enables the brand to be perceived as different even though the products within the master brand serve the same physical purposes as those of their competitors. Because each segment is fairly homogeneous in their needs and attitudes, they are likely to respond similarly to a given marketing strategy. Common examples are price, supporting services, quality, reliability, and value for money. People consume products because they believe and trust the company and brand making them. If there is access to adequate database information and market research, organizations can go for the statistical technique called. It is commonly used in markets an estimated 81% of marketers use this technique.
Is it profitable: — Next consideration will be the extend of profitability. Individual sellers can prosper through creatively seriving specific market segments whose needs are imperfectly. However, it must also be able to prevent replication because that will dilute the novelty of the idea the brand has promoted for a decade. Brand, Brand loyalty, Brand management 844 Words 3 Pages billion dollars, profit was 3 billion dollars and total assets were 17. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw-Hill Education. Samuel Pepys, for example, writing in 1660, describes being invited to the home of a retailer to view a wooden jack. The firm can then pick up the heavy users and carry out a multi-level segmentation, and continue its probe more deeply.
The benefits-sought by purchasers enables the market to be divided into segments with distinct needs, perceived value, benefits sought or advantage that accrues from the purchase of a product or service. Most often, they can be described with a two- or three-dimensional matrix. The Positioning Concept 9 12. In other words, market segmentation divides the market into like-minded individuals with similar interests. Different regions might have different product requirements. Considering the rising cost of production, distribution and promotion, precise market segmentation has assumed considerable importance in marketing management. | Conclusion : — Thus we can say that the total process of market segmentation , targeting and positioning is a very important attribute of marketing mix . In other words , the marketer has an idea about whether to segment the market geographically , demographically , psychographically or behaviourally before undertaking any research . And brand positioning denotes the positioning of the brand viz - a - viz the competing brands in the chosen product category . In practice , demographic segmentation can potentially employ any variable that is used by the nation 's census collectors . In a differentiated approach the firm targets one or more market segments , and develops separate offers for each segment . Not surprisingly , almost every consumer behavior variable has been proposed for segmenting markets .
Without right targeting , the firm can not formulate an effective strategy . With most of them working , being married and having other adult responsibilities they look to target that kind of man and build from there . According to Berni et al , when a product is as versatile as wine , traditional approaches geographic , demographic , and psychographic , can be restrictive . The full terms of this license are available at and incorporate the . A market can be segmented in many ways although , in general , there are three distinct approaches to specify market segments . Rarely does anyone analyze this basic data , however .
Family functions are always a great way to introduce my creativity by designing new homemade cakes . Thus , segmentation was essentially a brand - driven process . For purposes of market research analysis this means making certain assumptions about different groups that are generally accepted as pertaining to that group . Step 4 : Coding of existing and prospective customers It is best for a business to record customer details in the form of a spreadsheet , either within an effective system or simply an excel file . Non - commercial uses of the work are permitted without any further permission from Dove Medical Press Limited , provided the work is properly attributed . The technique used by Dove underscores the belief that real market segments exist because of the fundamental reason that people consume particular products simply because they seek certain benefits .
He holds a Master of Business Administration from Iowa State University . Examples of different car segment based on purchasing power are : - Budget car segment — It is the largest segment in Indian market . Even a relatively lower volume in the segment may bring in good returns . On that basis , organizations have better chances to increase their market shares in the overall market . The most widely used segmentation bases used in business to business markets are geographics , and firmographics . But all these segments need not form its target market . Australasian Marketing Journal , 7 - 25 .
And , consumer the end user , who makes a market , are of varying characteristics and buying behavior . Segmentation theory acknowledges the heterogeneity of all markets Jaman 2012 . Alternatively , the secondary target group might consist of a small number of purchasers that account for a relatively high proportion of sales volume perhaps due to purchase value or purchase frequency . Compatibility of engine with the quality of fuel available in India . Variation in household incomes creates an opportunity for segmenting some markets along a price dimension . Here , a timely , feasible , profitably potent and environment friendly product concept has been portrayed .
Age dominant factor : -Segmentation is done on the basis of age of person . Large industry always tries to order in bulk commodities while opposite for small scale sector . A number of proprietary geo - demographic packages are available for commercial use . It also helps him to make the winning strategy and strike the right product offer and the right marketing mix . The brand targets the latter group and goes ahead to promote their product in a way that appeals to them ; that makes them feel the need to use the products . For example , if you find that 15 % of the U.
That is , the segments are developed for individual products at a specific time . Many people start taking it as a family car . Market segmentation is a much broader concept , however , and it pervades the practice of business throughout the world . Market research analysis using segmentation is a basic component of any marketing effort . Pepper Snapple Group Change Lab Solutions , n. The aforementioned conditions are often difficult to fulfil because of the non - existence of readymade data . Needs - based , benefit - sought , usage occasion , purchase frequency , customer loyalty , buyer readiness .
India Dairy Food Market Value Chain Analysis 1 . Its positioning enables the brand to be perceived as different even though the products within the master brand serve the same physical purposes as those of their competitors . Because each segment is fairly homogeneous in their needs and attitudes , they are likely to respond similarly to a given marketing strategy . Common examples are price , supporting services , quality , reliability , and value for money . People consume products because they believe and trust the company and brand making them . If there is access to adequate database information and market research , organizations can go for the statistical technique called . It is commonly used in markets an estimated 81 % of marketers use this technique .
Is it profitable : — Next consideration will be the extend of profitability . Individual sellers can prosper through creatively seriving specific market segments whose needs are imperfectly . However , it must also be able to prevent replication because that will dilute the novelty of the idea the brand has promoted for a decade . Brand , Brand loyalty , Brand management 844 Words 3 Pages billion dollars , profit was 3 billion dollars and total assets were 17 . New Delhi , India : Tata McGraw - Hill Education . Samuel Pepys , for example , writing in 1660 , describes being invited to the home of a retailer to view a wooden jack . The firm can then pick up the heavy users and carry out a multi - level segmentation , and continue its probe more deeply .
The benefits - sought by purchasers enables the market to be divided into segments with distinct needs , perceived value , benefits sought or advantage that accrues from the purchase of a product or service . Most often , they can be described with a two- or three - dimensional matrix . The Positioning Concept 9 12 . In other words , market segmentation divides the market into like - minded individuals with similar interests . Different regions might have different product requirements . Considering the rising cost of production , distribution and promotion , precise market segmentation has assumed considerable importance in marketing management . | 1,211 | 150 |
MAGNIFICENT MILE — No arrests have been made after a car chase and crash that began with men posting photos of themselves with handguns near the Historic Water Tower on Friday evening, police said.
Around 7:35 p.m., officers working near State and Wacker were told that four men in a white Dodge Charger had been taking photos while displaying a handgun near the Ghiradelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop, 830 North Michigan. The photos were reportedly shared on social media.
The officers broadcast a description of the car. Minutes later, a car matching the description sideswiped another car on southbound Lake Shore Drive near McCormick Place, according to police. The Charger made a turn and started heading northbound before it crashed and four occupants ran from the scene toward McCormick Place. Officers recovered three handguns from the crash site.
NORTH CENTER — A man who started a small fire at the Irving Park Brown Line station late Saturday is in custody and he may be responsible for another fire in the area that was discovered earlier this week.
The man was taken into custody just after 11 p.m. after setting fire to newspaper on a stairwell at the CTA station, 1816 West Irving Park Road, police said. His name was not immediately available because charges were awaiting approval.
Detectives were working to determine if the man is also responsible for setting a rubbish fire outside the front doors of CVS, 3944 North Western, early Thursday.
We will publish an update when charges are finalized.
LOGAN SQUARE — A 23-year-old man told police that he was robbed by a group of men and then sexually assaulted as he walked in the 2600 block of North Western early Sunday, according to a police spokesperson.
The victim reported that a group of men approached him, pushed him to the ground, and then beat him with an unknown object before taking his valuables. One of the offenders then sexually assaulted the victim, according to the police report. No one is in custody. The victim was being treated at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. Area North detectives are investigating.
LINCOLN SQUARE — The U.S. Bank at 4725 North Western was targeted in a “takeover” bank robbery on Saturday afternoon, according to the FBI.
The robber entered the bank just before 1 p.m., displayed a handgun and demanded cash. Further details of the crime were not released. Unlike passive “note job” bank robberies in which robbers pass written demands to tellers, “takeover” robberies usually involve actions such as ordering people to the floor, threatening people verbally, and physical harm. No one was reported injured in Saturday’s hold-up, according to Chicago police.
LINCOLN PARK — The man whose body was found in the Lincoln Park lagoon on April 4th died from drowning, according to a newly-released ruling from the Cook County Medical Examiner. The office did not reach a conclusion regarding the manner of death (such as an accident, suicide, or homicide).
Brian Dennard, 27, of the Oakland neighborhood went missing on February 2nd. He was last seen around 8 p.m. that night heading west on Fullerton from Lake Shore Drive, police said. On April 4th, a passer-by found Dennard’s body in the lagoon near 2400 North Cannon Drive. | MAGNIFICENT MILE — No arrests have been made after a car chase and crash that began with men posting photos of themselves with handguns near the Historic Water Tower on Friday evening , police said .
Around 7:35 p.m. , officers working near State and Wacker were told that four men in a white Dodge Charger had been taking photos while displaying a handgun near the Ghiradelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop , 830 North Michigan . The photos were reportedly shared on social media .
The officers broadcast a description of the car . Minutes later , a car matching the description sideswiped another car on southbound Lake Shore Drive near McCormick Place , according to police . The Charger made a turn and started heading northbound before it crashed and four occupants ran from the scene toward McCormick Place . Officers recovered three handguns from the crash site .
NORTH CENTER — A man who started a small fire at the Irving Park Brown Line station late Saturday is in custody and he may be responsible for another fire in the area that was discovered earlier this week .
The man was taken into custody just after 11 p.m. after setting fire to newspaper on a stairwell at the CTA station , 1816 West Irving Park Road , police said . His name was not immediately available because charges were awaiting approval .
Detectives were working to determine if the man is also responsible for setting a rubbish fire outside the front doors of CVS , 3944 North Western , early Thursday .
We will publish an update when charges are finalized .
LOGAN SQUARE — A 23 - year - old man told police that he was robbed by a group of men and then sexually assaulted as he walked in the 2600 block of North Western early Sunday , according to a police spokesperson .
The victim reported that a group of men approached him , pushed him to the ground , and then beat him with an unknown object before taking his valuables . One of the offenders then sexually assaulted the victim , according to the police report . No one is in custody . The victim was being treated at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center . Area North detectives are investigating .
LINCOLN SQUARE — The U.S. Bank at 4725 North Western was targeted in a “ takeover ” bank robbery on Saturday afternoon , according to the FBI .
The robber entered the bank just before 1 p.m. , displayed a handgun and demanded cash . Further details of the crime were not released . Unlike passive “ note job ” bank robberies in which robbers pass written demands to tellers , “ takeover ” robberies usually involve actions such as ordering people to the floor , threatening people verbally , and physical harm . No one was reported injured in Saturday ’s hold - up , according to Chicago police .
LINCOLN PARK — The man whose body was found in the Lincoln Park lagoon on April 4th died from drowning , according to a newly - released ruling from the Cook County Medical Examiner . The office did not reach a conclusion regarding the manner of death ( such as an accident , suicide , or homicide ) .
Brian Dennard , 27 , of the Oakland neighborhood went missing on February 2nd . He was last seen around 8 p.m. that night heading west on Fullerton from Lake Shore Drive , police said . On April 4th , a passer - by found Dennard ’s body in the lagoon near 2400 North Cannon Drive . | 628 | 72 |
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The buildings include the Tabernacle, Jubilee Lodge, Centennial Lodge, the Retreat House, 13 cabins, a canvas cabin, two shower/restroom buildings, Heritage House, an office, a registration hut, an A-frame, a shop, and Pioneer Lodge (currently closed).
In addition to the buildings there are RV spaces, two playgrounds, a gazebo, a sand volleyball court, a full sized basketball court, horseshoe courts, swimming in the creek, and acres of grass and trees.
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The buildings include the Tabernacle , Jubilee Lodge , Centennial Lodge , the Retreat House , 13 cabins , a canvas cabin , two shower / restroom buildings , Heritage House , an office , a registration hut , an A - frame , a shop , and Pioneer Lodge ( currently closed ) .
In addition to the buildings there are RV spaces , two playgrounds , a gazebo , a sand volleyball court , a full sized basketball court , horseshoe courts , swimming in the creek , and acres of grass and trees .
The entire grounds are available for Rental . | 115 | 27 |
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Actress Priyanka Karki and her boyfriend (to-be husband) Aysuhman Desraj Joshi are having a great time in Bali, a touristic destination of Indonesia.
As her ex-boyfriend, Ayushman DS Joshi, celebrated the engagement with Priyanka Karki, Pramita RL Rana also got engaged with her current boyfriend – Hisi Losang.
Although Paramita prefers to say that it was only a gift from her boyfriend, Hisi Losang had brought a ring and helped her in wearing it on her finger. Watch the following video to see how Hisi offered a ring to Paramita. It is clear they wanted everybody to see the event.
In the sequel of Nepali movie ‘Radha’, actress Priyanka Karki and her boyfriend Ayushman DS Joshi have been confirmed. According to latest report the actors of ‘Katha Kathmandu’ have been signed in Yogesh Ghimire’s film ‘Radha 2’.
In the fist sequel – ‘Radha’ Sanchita Luitel and Jiwan Luitel were featured in leading role. But, they both won’t be featured in the sequel of the film. The movie is scheduled to start shooting on Kartik 8.
Priyanka is losing weight and she is showing off her effort. She says, when she gain weight, she won’t share her swimming pool photos. But, we should feel lucky when she starts to loose weight – these types of photos keep on coming.
By the way, it is sad she has to write all these things just to share a photo.
This is the second surprising engagement of Priyanka and Ayushman. The first one was sudden and surprising. They didn’t know about the event. So, the event was held on the day Priyanka was flying to the USA. She postponed her ticket for the event. May be because it was held in such a hurry, both Priyanka and Ayushman were not satisfied. So, they held another engagement – a formal one with a lot of fun filled celebration. The event was held in a 5-star hotel in Kathmandu with the family friends and family.
Actress Priyanka Karki and actor and model Ayushman Desraj Joshi have engaged on Saturday July 14th, 2018 in a private function. The engagement ceremony was unannounced and a surprise event for all except their family members. The mother of Ayushman, Raveena Desraj Shrestha, was the first person to release the photos of the engagement in her Instagram and Facebook. Priyanka and Ayushman did the same by sharing the same photos in their Instagram accounts.
This is an update to a previous post on the subject. I have also updated the video report for this post.
The original video was made on the suggestion of one of my Twitter friends. The suggestion was make video report on Nepali actresses who smoke and drink in real life. Actually I wasn’t really interested in doing the report in the beginning. It was their personal freedom and I wasn’t a person to judge them by their habits. Drinking is not a taboo anymore. And, smoking is a bad habit almost all of the smokers want to quit.
Unless a drunk person acts irresponsibly, drinking doesn’t usually interface with the other people. But, smoking can expose non-smokers passive smoking. Smokers can at times be a nuisance too. But, I wasn’t willing to discuss the issue until I remember Rajesh Hamal’s incident during the shooting of one of his films. Then I prepared a video report (attached at the end of the post). The following video is the update to the video.
Actor Shiva Shrestha has debuted as a producer of a movie. The movie titled ‘Yeuta Yesto Prem Kahani’ is going to introduce two celebrity children in the Nepali film industry. Actress Kabita Manandhar is the daughter of actress Karishma Manandhar and actor Shakti Shrestha is the son of Shiva Shrestha.
Shiva Shrestha organized a press meet to release the trailer of his debut movie and announce the debut of the two new artists in the movie. Talking at the event, Shiva Shrestha told that his son, Shakti Shrestha, had always wanted to be an actor. He had also acted in a film as a child artist. Shiva told him to wait for the right time. In the mean time, Shakti went to Australia and studied there. He was working when Shiva decided that it was the right time to introduce his son in the film industry. Shakti told that it was a surprise to himself when his father proposed him to act in the movie.
The movie ‘Yeuta Yesto Prem Kahani’ is full of well known artists. There is a possibility that the new actors get lost in the crowd of well known artists.
The ex-girlfriend of Ayushman Desraj Joshi, Paramita RL Rana, has found a new boyfriend. The boyfriend named Hisi Losang is a young businessman. He is named the managing director of a travel agency and a restaurant.
When Paramita shared a photo of the boyfriend in Instagram, actress Priyanka Karki wrote a comment with a heart. In response to Priaynka’s comment, Paramita wrote back a heart and a kiss emoji. This is surprising gesture of the two because, a while ago, Paramita had accused Priyanaka Karki of stealing her then boyfriend Ayushman. Ayushma Joshi and Paramita were in relationship for more than three years when Priyanka came in their lives. Ayushman got attracted towards Priyanka and left Paramita alone. Now, after Paramita found a new boyfriend, the relationship between the three seem to have been better. | Actress Priyanka Karki and her boyfriend ( to - be husband ) Aysuhman Desraj Joshi are having a great time in Bali , a touristic destination of Indonesia .
As her ex - boyfriend , Ayushman DS Joshi , celebrated the engagement with Priyanka Karki , Pramita RL Rana also got engaged with her current boyfriend – Hisi Losang .
Although Paramita prefers to say that it was only a gift from her boyfriend , Hisi Losang had brought a ring and helped her in wearing it on her finger . Watch the following video to see how Hisi offered a ring to Paramita . It is clear they wanted everybody to see the event .
In the sequel of Nepali movie ‘ Radha ’ , actress Priyanka Karki and her boyfriend Ayushman DS Joshi have been confirmed . According to latest report the actors of ‘ Katha Kathmandu ’ have been signed in Yogesh Ghimire ’s film ‘ Radha 2 ’ .
In the fist sequel – ‘ Radha ’ Sanchita Luitel and Jiwan Luitel were featured in leading role . But , they both wo n’t be featured in the sequel of the film . The movie is scheduled to start shooting on Kartik 8 .
Priyanka is losing weight and she is showing off her effort . She says , when she gain weight , she wo n’t share her swimming pool photos . But , we should feel lucky when she starts to loose weight – these types of photos keep on coming .
By the way , it is sad she has to write all these things just to share a photo .
This is the second surprising engagement of Priyanka and Ayushman . The first one was sudden and surprising . They did n’t know about the event . So , the event was held on the day Priyanka was flying to the USA . She postponed her ticket for the event . May be because it was held in such a hurry , both Priyanka and Ayushman were not satisfied . So , they held another engagement – a formal one with a lot of fun filled celebration . The event was held in a 5 - star hotel in Kathmandu with the family friends and family .
Actress Priyanka Karki and actor and model Ayushman Desraj Joshi have engaged on Saturday July 14th , 2018 in a private function . The engagement ceremony was unannounced and a surprise event for all except their family members . The mother of Ayushman , Raveena Desraj Shrestha , was the first person to release the photos of the engagement in her Instagram and Facebook . Priyanka and Ayushman did the same by sharing the same photos in their Instagram accounts .
This is an update to a previous post on the subject . I have also updated the video report for this post .
The original video was made on the suggestion of one of my Twitter friends . The suggestion was make video report on Nepali actresses who smoke and drink in real life . Actually I was n’t really interested in doing the report in the beginning . It was their personal freedom and I was n’t a person to judge them by their habits . Drinking is not a taboo anymore . And , smoking is a bad habit almost all of the smokers want to quit .
Unless a drunk person acts irresponsibly , drinking does n’t usually interface with the other people . But , smoking can expose non - smokers passive smoking . Smokers can at times be a nuisance too . But , I was n’t willing to discuss the issue until I remember Rajesh Hamal ’s incident during the shooting of one of his films . Then I prepared a video report ( attached at the end of the post ) . The following video is the update to the video .
Actor Shiva Shrestha has debuted as a producer of a movie . The movie titled ‘ Yeuta Yesto Prem Kahani ’ is going to introduce two celebrity children in the Nepali film industry . Actress Kabita Manandhar is the daughter of actress Karishma Manandhar and actor Shakti Shrestha is the son of Shiva Shrestha .
Shiva Shrestha organized a press meet to release the trailer of his debut movie and announce the debut of the two new artists in the movie . Talking at the event , Shiva Shrestha told that his son , Shakti Shrestha , had always wanted to be an actor . He had also acted in a film as a child artist . Shiva told him to wait for the right time . In the mean time , Shakti went to Australia and studied there . He was working when Shiva decided that it was the right time to introduce his son in the film industry . Shakti told that it was a surprise to himself when his father proposed him to act in the movie .
The movie ‘ Yeuta Yesto Prem Kahani ’ is full of well known artists . There is a possibility that the new actors get lost in the crowd of well known artists .
The ex - girlfriend of Ayushman Desraj Joshi , Paramita RL Rana , has found a new boyfriend . The boyfriend named Hisi Losang is a young businessman . He is named the managing director of a travel agency and a restaurant .
When Paramita shared a photo of the boyfriend in Instagram , actress Priyanka Karki wrote a comment with a heart . In response to Priaynka ’s comment , Paramita wrote back a heart and a kiss emoji . This is surprising gesture of the two because , a while ago , Paramita had accused Priyanaka Karki of stealing her then boyfriend Ayushman . Ayushma Joshi and Paramita were in relationship for more than three years when Priyanka came in their lives . Ayushman got attracted towards Priyanka and left Paramita alone . Now , after Paramita found a new boyfriend , the relationship between the three seem to have been better . | 1,050 | 119 |
One of the most striking realizations to come from the tense standoff in Ferguson, Missouri is just how closely the scene resembles images of crackdowns on protests in conflict-filled countries around the world. Seeing police officers in full military gear, firing teargas and rubber bullets at crowds of protesters, is something that western audiences expect from the streets of Kiev and Cairo, but not a St. Louis suburb.
The armored officers in Ferguson are indicative of the growing trend of militarization in America's police forces, one that Alec MacGillis of the New Republic reports has put hundreds of millions of dollars and substantial military equipment into state and local law enforcement. Another investigation by the New York Times found that there have been over 93,000 military machine guns received by state and local law enforcement since 2006. Filled with weapons of war, it's no surprise that Ferguson looks like a conflict zone.
The WorldPost presents a series of images that show just how closely police in Ferguson resemble forces in regions of unrest and conflict across the globe. Each of these conflict situations is unique and has its own distinctive history. Yet as people around the world have noted, the parallels to Ferguson are powerful, and deeply troubling.
LEFT: An Egyptian riot policeman secures a street in front of burning tyres thrown by supporters of Muslim Brotherhood movement during their rally to mark the first anniversary of the military ouster of president Mohamed Morsi on July 3, 2014 in Cairo's Ain Shams district. RIGHT: A police officer patrols a business district on August 13, 2014 in Ferguson, Missouri.
LEFT: National Police members run during clashes in an anti-government protest in Caracas on March 22, 2014 in Caracas, Venezuela. RIGHT: Police wearing riot gear walk toward a man with his hands raised Monday, Aug. 11, 2014, in Ferguson, Mo.
LEFT: Pakistani policemen carry riot gear as they gather at a roadblock in Islamabad on August 14, 2014. RIGHT: Police stand watch as demonstrators protest the shooting death of teenager Michael Brown on August 13, 2014 in Ferguson, Missouri.
LEFT: Israeli police set up barricade for under 50 year-old Muslim worshippers entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque for friday prayer on July 25, 2014 in Jerusalem. RIGHT: Police in tactical gear stand in a street Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2014, in Ferguson, Mo.
LEFT: Ukrainian soldiers and police take position at a checkpoint near the eastern Ukranian city of Slavyansk on May 15, 2014. RIGHT: Police stand watch as demonstrators protest the shooting death of teenager Michael Brown on August 13, 2014 in Ferguson, Missouri. | One of the most striking realizations to come from the tense standoff in Ferguson , Missouri is just how closely the scene resembles images of crackdowns on protests in conflict - filled countries around the world . Seeing police officers in full military gear , firing teargas and rubber bullets at crowds of protesters , is something that western audiences expect from the streets of Kiev and Cairo , but not a St. Louis suburb .
The armored officers in Ferguson are indicative of the growing trend of militarization in America 's police forces , one that Alec MacGillis of the New Republic reports has put hundreds of millions of dollars and substantial military equipment into state and local law enforcement . Another investigation by the New York Times found that there have been over 93,000 military machine guns received by state and local law enforcement since 2006 . Filled with weapons of war , it 's no surprise that Ferguson looks like a conflict zone .
The WorldPost presents a series of images that show just how closely police in Ferguson resemble forces in regions of unrest and conflict across the globe . Each of these conflict situations is unique and has its own distinctive history . Yet as people around the world have noted , the parallels to Ferguson are powerful , and deeply troubling .
LEFT : An Egyptian riot policeman secures a street in front of burning tyres thrown by supporters of Muslim Brotherhood movement during their rally to mark the first anniversary of the military ouster of president Mohamed Morsi on July 3 , 2014 in Cairo 's Ain Shams district . RIGHT : A police officer patrols a business district on August 13 , 2014 in Ferguson , Missouri .
LEFT : National Police members run during clashes in an anti - government protest in Caracas on March 22 , 2014 in Caracas , Venezuela . RIGHT : Police wearing riot gear walk toward a man with his hands raised Monday , Aug. 11 , 2014 , in Ferguson , Mo.
LEFT : Pakistani policemen carry riot gear as they gather at a roadblock in Islamabad on August 14 , 2014 . RIGHT : Police stand watch as demonstrators protest the shooting death of teenager Michael Brown on August 13 , 2014 in Ferguson , Missouri .
LEFT : Israeli police set up barricade for under 50 year - old Muslim worshippers entering the Al - Aqsa Mosque for friday prayer on July 25 , 2014 in Jerusalem . RIGHT : Police in tactical gear stand in a street Tuesday , Aug. 12 , 2014 , in Ferguson , Mo.
LEFT : Ukrainian soldiers and police take position at a checkpoint near the eastern Ukranian city of Slavyansk on May 15 , 2014 . RIGHT : Police stand watch as demonstrators protest the shooting death of teenager Michael Brown on August 13 , 2014 in Ferguson , Missouri . | 502 | 58 |
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Care Machine wash in a large capacity, non-central agitator washer with mild soap on the gentle cycle, then spin dry. Tumble dry on low heat for several hours. Dry cleaning is also recommended. | Fall asleep wrapped in the ultimate in comfort with this Supima Cotton Luxury Down Comforter . The 400 - thread count , 100 % Supima cotton with a half inch dobby stripe pattern and white satin corded trim provides a smooth and soft surface with a touch of classic design .
Fall asleep wrapped in the ultimate in comfort with this Supima Cotton Luxury Down Comforter . The 400 - thread count , 100 % Supima cotton with a half inch dobby stripe pattern and white satin corded trim provides a smooth and soft surface with a touch of classic design . The fill is luxuriously warm and soft , 550 - fill power white duck down . Enjoy the benefits of our sewn - through design and Barrier Weave ® down proof fabric .
Our Hyperclean ® down has been washed up to eight times with biodegradable cleaning agents , making sure dust and dirt has been filtered out . This unique cleaning process ensures the comforter will be fluffy and lofty longer and is backed by our Allergy Free Warranty ® . For an easier way to make your bed , the convenient duvet loops secure your comforter to whatever decorative duvet fits your style .
Care Machine wash in a large capacity , non - central agitator washer with mild soap on the gentle cycle , then spin dry . Tumble dry on low heat for several hours . Dry cleaning is also recommended . | 251 | 26 |
Stumped on what to buy him for Christmas? Whether it’s your dad, your boyfriend, or your brother, we have over 40 amazing ideas! See them below.
I told my husband not to read this post — because, spoiler alert, it has a lot of his gifts. He told me he wanted “whisky and hot sauce” for Christmas, so I got him the super cool Game Of Thrones White Walker by Johnnie Walker scotch whiskey. You are meant to serve it chilled, and the bottle “ices” when it’s frozen — so cool! You can pour it into the Rabbit Freezable Whiskey Glasses! Rabbit has the best bar accessories! I’m also gifting him the FabFitFun box — their very first men’s box — because, to be honest, I’m 6 months pregnant and they did all the work for me. It has cute socks, grooming products, headphones and more — a little bit of everything.
I’m also getting him a Starbucks gift card, because men love practical gifts. Kiehl’s and RITUALS have really great skincare and shaving sets, which again, are super easy to gift as is. A great gift for Dad is the Timex Waterbury Traditional Chronograph Watch, which is a timeless design. It’s made of stainless steel and a genuine leather strap, but is still an affordable $149. Bellacosa’s Cabernet Sauvignon is a great bottle that’s not too fancy to drink on a “regular Wednesday” night. It would pair incredibly well with a steak from Gallaghers. The iconic NYC steakhouse has gift boxes of steaks that ship nationwide, and are delicious.
There are colognes, shaving sets, grooming kits, an ugly christmas sweater, and much more in my gift guide, so check out the gallery attached above to get some shopping inspiration! | Stumped on what to buy him for Christmas ? Whether it ’s your dad , your boyfriend , or your brother , we have over 40 amazing ideas ! See them below .
I told my husband not to read this post — because , spoiler alert , it has a lot of his gifts . He told me he wanted “ whisky and hot sauce ” for Christmas , so I got him the super cool Game Of Thrones White Walker by Johnnie Walker scotch whiskey . You are meant to serve it chilled , and the bottle “ ices ” when it ’s frozen — so cool ! You can pour it into the Rabbit Freezable Whiskey Glasses ! Rabbit has the best bar accessories ! I ’m also gifting him the FabFitFun box — their very first men ’s box — because , to be honest , I ’m 6 months pregnant and they did all the work for me . It has cute socks , grooming products , headphones and more — a little bit of everything .
I ’m also getting him a Starbucks gift card , because men love practical gifts . Kiehl ’s and RITUALS have really great skincare and shaving sets , which again , are super easy to gift as is . A great gift for Dad is the Timex Waterbury Traditional Chronograph Watch , which is a timeless design . It ’s made of stainless steel and a genuine leather strap , but is still an affordable $ 149 . Bellacosa ’s Cabernet Sauvignon is a great bottle that ’s not too fancy to drink on a “ regular Wednesday ” night . It would pair incredibly well with a steak from Gallaghers . The iconic NYC steakhouse has gift boxes of steaks that ship nationwide , and are delicious .
There are colognes , shaving sets , grooming kits , an ugly christmas sweater , and much more in my gift guide , so check out the gallery attached above to get some shopping inspiration ! | 350 | 51 |
Are we really in the second half of 2012 already? It seems not so long ago that I baked this super delicious chocolate cake on New Year’s Day. It’s Barefoot Contessa’s famous chocolate cake recipe that’s always sure to be a hit. You can’t go wrong with this recipe. I’ve made this cake more times than I can remember, and each time, the results have been consistently excellent. You get a really soft and moist cake perfectly complemented by the velvety smooth and silky chocolate frosting. I added the cupcakes just as an afterthought—plain vanilla iced with vanilla frosting.
I baked the cake in three 8” round pans instead of two as the recipe calls for. The batter will be loose and will rise a lot, so you will surely get some spillage if you use only two pans. It’s so easy and quick to make, if you’re pressed for time, turn to this winner and you’ll make everyone think you slaved in the kitchen all day.
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Butter three (recipe calls for two, but I used three) 8-inch x 2-inch round pans. Line with parchment paper, then butter and flour the pans.
Sift the flour, sugar cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and mix on low speed until combined.
With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry. While mixer still on low, add the coffee and stir just to combine, scraping the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
Place 1 layer, flat side up, on a flat plate. With a knife or offset spatula, spread the top with frosting. Place the second layer on top, and repeat. Place the third layer rounded side up and spread the rest of the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake.
Chop the chocolate and place it in a heat-proof bowl set over a pot of simmering water.
Stir until just melted and set aside until cooled to room temperature.
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium-high speed until light yellow and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the egg yolk and vanilla and continue beating for 3 minutes.
Turn the mixer to low, gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, then beat at medium speed, scraping down the bowl as necessary, until smooth and creamy.
Dissolve the coffee powder in 2 teaspoons of the hottest tap water.
On low speed, add the chocolate and coffee to the butter mixture and mix until blended. Don’t whip! Spread immediately on the cooled cake. | Are we really in the second half of 2012 already ? It seems not so long ago that I baked this super delicious chocolate cake on New Year ’s Day . It ’s Barefoot Contessa ’s famous chocolate cake recipe that ’s always sure to be a hit . You ca n’t go wrong with this recipe . I ’ve made this cake more times than I can remember , and each time , the results have been consistently excellent . You get a really soft and moist cake perfectly complemented by the velvety smooth and silky chocolate frosting . I added the cupcakes just as an afterthought — plain vanilla iced with vanilla frosting .
I baked the cake in three 8 ” round pans instead of two as the recipe calls for . The batter will be loose and will rise a lot , so you will surely get some spillage if you use only two pans . It ’s so easy and quick to make , if you ’re pressed for time , turn to this winner and you ’ll make everyone think you slaved in the kitchen all day .
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Butter three ( recipe calls for two , but I used three ) 8 - inch x 2 - inch round pans . Line with parchment paper , then butter and flour the pans .
Sift the flour , sugar cocoa , baking soda , baking powder and salt into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and mix on low speed until combined .
With the mixer on low speed , slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry . While mixer still on low , add the coffee and stir just to combine , scraping the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula .
Place 1 layer , flat side up , on a flat plate . With a knife or offset spatula , spread the top with frosting . Place the second layer on top , and repeat . Place the third layer rounded side up and spread the rest of the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake .
Chop the chocolate and place it in a heat - proof bowl set over a pot of simmering water .
Stir until just melted and set aside until cooled to room temperature .
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment , beat the butter on medium - high speed until light yellow and fluffy , about 3 minutes .
Add the egg yolk and vanilla and continue beating for 3 minutes .
Turn the mixer to low , gradually add the confectioners ’ sugar , then beat at medium speed , scraping down the bowl as necessary , until smooth and creamy .
Dissolve the coffee powder in 2 teaspoons of the hottest tap water .
On low speed , add the chocolate and coffee to the butter mixture and mix until blended . Do n’t whip ! Spread immediately on the cooled cake . | 533 | 61 |
The great thing about the work of a genuine poet is the atmosphere which it creates in the mind of the reader. This is as difficult to define as it is impossible to miss. It has a great deal to do with the technique and with style, but only in so far as they are an integral part of the feeling and thinking that go to make up a poet's work. But it is as equally difficult to fail to realize it, when a writer turns out to be a genuine poet. Jim Carroll at twenty-five is a genuine poet just as surely as Rod McKuen and Rod Taylor are not. In reading Jim Carroll's first full-length book of poems Living at the Movies it is quite evident to me that he fully understands the nature of poetry because he perceives and follows the nature of his own life, and with that recognition of his nature, he is able to write about it.
Mr. Carroll's poems are populated with people he has loved and crowded with those who love him. His poems are irrigated by friends, by his own kind and consanguinuity. He is original without being unique. His technique, however, is in advance of his maturity. At times he is capable of spoiling a good poem by a precious or very sentimental line or phrase, like "and our life is that rusted bottle . . .pointing north," in The Distances, but never of trying to make one out of any emotion that is not an integral part of his own deep feeling.
In them the vision is so strong that there is no craftiness and the medium of poetry gives way to an idea that can't wait for doctoring-up to be born a flawless declarative sentence. That fast kind of poetry is always the best kind of writing. I think it's spiritual without being churchy as some of the longer poems seem.
palace in the wintry regions."
"Then you are the one they sent?"
"Very clever, did you bring it?"
There is not one awkward word or tacky locution disturbing the exquisite poise and flow. I'm reluctant to quote specific lines because when the poems are best they make such complete sense that to quote excerpts merely cheapens the effect.
On the whole Jim Carroll has the sure confidence of a true artist, meaning he is confident about the right things. He is steeped in his craft. He has worked as only a man of inspiration is capable of working, and his presence has added great dignity to the generation of poets of the 'seventies to which he belongs. His beginning is a triumph. | The great thing about the work of a genuine poet is the atmosphere which it creates in the mind of the reader . This is as difficult to define as it is impossible to miss . It has a great deal to do with the technique and with style , but only in so far as they are an integral part of the feeling and thinking that go to make up a poet 's work . But it is as equally difficult to fail to realize it , when a writer turns out to be a genuine poet . Jim Carroll at twenty - five is a genuine poet just as surely as Rod McKuen and Rod Taylor are not . In reading Jim Carroll 's first full - length book of poems Living at the Movies it is quite evident to me that he fully understands the nature of poetry because he perceives and follows the nature of his own life , and with that recognition of his nature , he is able to write about it .
Mr. Carroll 's poems are populated with people he has loved and crowded with those who love him . His poems are irrigated by friends , by his own kind and consanguinuity . He is original without being unique . His technique , however , is in advance of his maturity . At times he is capable of spoiling a good poem by a precious or very sentimental line or phrase , like " and our life is that rusted bottle . . .pointing north , " in The Distances , but never of trying to make one out of any emotion that is not an integral part of his own deep feeling .
In them the vision is so strong that there is no craftiness and the medium of poetry gives way to an idea that ca n't wait for doctoring - up to be born a flawless declarative sentence . That fast kind of poetry is always the best kind of writing . I think it 's spiritual without being churchy as some of the longer poems seem .
palace in the wintry regions . "
" Then you are the one they sent ? "
" Very clever , did you bring it ? "
There is not one awkward word or tacky locution disturbing the exquisite poise and flow . I 'm reluctant to quote specific lines because when the poems are best they make such complete sense that to quote excerpts merely cheapens the effect .
On the whole Jim Carroll has the sure confidence of a true artist , meaning he is confident about the right things . He is steeped in his craft . He has worked as only a man of inspiration is capable of working , and his presence has added great dignity to the generation of poets of the ' seventies to which he belongs . His beginning is a triumph . | 508 | 49 |
In certain parts of the country it might not feel like it, but spring has arrived! In the north that means melting snow and rising temperatures (hopefully sooner rather than later) and in the south that just means rising temperatures (…yay?).
Getting out and making the most of spring shouldn’t bust your budget. To help you find your way back into sunlight without lightening your wallet, here are eight cheap ways to get out and have fun this spring.
Get on your bike: The fastest, most enjoyable way to re-familiarize yourself with your surroundings is via bicycle. If you’ve got a bike, grease up the chain and get those tires pumped up. If you don’t have a bike, no worries! Bike rentals are common and easy to navigate. You can take a bike out for a day and in some states like Minnesota they even have a public bike exchange!
Run a marathon – or just watch one: Spring is the beginning of marathon season. Of course running in marathons is great, but it’s also a bit of a big deal and takes a lot of time and dedication to successfully complete. Watching a marathon, however, hardly takes any effort at all! USA Marathon List has a nice guide to all the major upcoming marathons. You can just show up, cheer on the runners and have a grand day!
Have a yard sale: You need to do some spring cleaning. You also need to unclutter your life. The next logical step is a yard sale! Get rid of some unwanted possessions, make a little money and haggle with your neighbors – what could be better?
Head out to the old ballgame: Okay, so spending an afternoon at Fenway Park or Wrigley Field isn’t anyone’s definition of “cheap.” But that’s the beautiful thing about baseball – you don’t have to go to a major league game to have fun. Minor league, college, high school and heck, even work league games can be fun to watch and cheap to enjoy.
Hit the water: Rent a kayak and start paddling. Make sure you wear your life preserver though. No offense, but you’re probably going to fall out.
Enjoy a free outdoor concert: Now that everyone can finally leave their homes again, it’s time for outdoor concerts to start up. Sunshine and free live music? You can’t beat that combination. Check your local papers (or, you know, just boot up the old Google machine).
Smell some flowers: Arboretums are cheap, fun and beautiful. They’re a great place for a romantic afternoon or some scenic “me time.” Find the one nearest you and you’ve got your next Sunday all booked!
Walk the trails: Lace up your most comfortable walking shoes, toss some water and a granola bar or two in your pack, and take to the trails. There are smaller, more local scenic trails just about everywhere, and enormous national historic trails for the most intrepid of hikers. Get some exercise, some fresh air and a whole lot of nature – at hardly any cost! | In certain parts of the country it might not feel like it , but spring has arrived ! In the north that means melting snow and rising temperatures ( hopefully sooner rather than later ) and in the south that just means rising temperatures ( … yay ? ) .
Getting out and making the most of spring should n’t bust your budget . To help you find your way back into sunlight without lightening your wallet , here are eight cheap ways to get out and have fun this spring .
Get on your bike : The fastest , most enjoyable way to re - familiarize yourself with your surroundings is via bicycle . If you ’ve got a bike , grease up the chain and get those tires pumped up . If you do n’t have a bike , no worries ! Bike rentals are common and easy to navigate . You can take a bike out for a day and in some states like Minnesota they even have a public bike exchange !
Run a marathon – or just watch one : Spring is the beginning of marathon season . Of course running in marathons is great , but it ’s also a bit of a big deal and takes a lot of time and dedication to successfully complete . Watching a marathon , however , hardly takes any effort at all ! USA Marathon List has a nice guide to all the major upcoming marathons . You can just show up , cheer on the runners and have a grand day !
Have a yard sale : You need to do some spring cleaning . You also need to unclutter your life . The next logical step is a yard sale ! Get rid of some unwanted possessions , make a little money and haggle with your neighbors – what could be better ?
Head out to the old ballgame : Okay , so spending an afternoon at Fenway Park or Wrigley Field is n’t anyone ’s definition of “ cheap . ” But that ’s the beautiful thing about baseball – you do n’t have to go to a major league game to have fun . Minor league , college , high school and heck , even work league games can be fun to watch and cheap to enjoy .
Hit the water : Rent a kayak and start paddling . Make sure you wear your life preserver though . No offense , but you ’re probably going to fall out .
Enjoy a free outdoor concert : Now that everyone can finally leave their homes again , it ’s time for outdoor concerts to start up . Sunshine and free live music ? You ca n’t beat that combination . Check your local papers ( or , you know , just boot up the old Google machine ) .
Smell some flowers : Arboretums are cheap , fun and beautiful . They ’re a great place for a romantic afternoon or some scenic “ me time . ” Find the one nearest you and you ’ve got your next Sunday all booked !
Walk the trails : Lace up your most comfortable walking shoes , toss some water and a granola bar or two in your pack , and take to the trails . There are smaller , more local scenic trails just about everywhere , and enormous national historic trails for the most intrepid of hikers . Get some exercise , some fresh air and a whole lot of nature – at hardly any cost ! | 612 | 83 |
Its was a cold and raining night. But that didnt stop good friends from having fun! Thanks to Mark Gobble for bringing his Motor Home, we were able to stay warm and dry. I thought I was going to beat up a few high school kids for laughing at our "Class of 1983" sign. Come on we are not that old!! After the Home Coming Parade the entire Northside High School Marching Band surrounded us and had a special concert just for "The Class of 1983", I was in tears, it was so sweet. After the game we headed to Blue 5, which is owned by a former Northside student . We danced, laughed and told stories about high school. The Jazz band at Blue 5 gave a toast to "The Northside Class of 1983". We ended the night with a late night snack from...yes.....The Texas Tavern. Homecoming was such a Hit we are planning to make this an Annual event. For those of you that missed this one, rest up for next year.
"It might be my fault...but...not my problem!"
Jazz Band at "Blue 5". GREAT PLACE !
Sherry Spangler Helms and Mark Gobble "The Texas Tavern" | Its was a cold and raining night . But that did nt stop good friends from having fun ! Thanks to Mark Gobble for bringing his Motor Home , we were able to stay warm and dry . I thought I was going to beat up a few high school kids for laughing at our " Class of 1983 " sign . Come on we are not that old ! ! After the Home Coming Parade the entire Northside High School Marching Band surrounded us and had a special concert just for " The Class of 1983 " , I was in tears , it was so sweet . After the game we headed to Blue 5 , which is owned by a former Northside student . We danced , laughed and told stories about high school . The Jazz band at Blue 5 gave a toast to " The Northside Class of 1983 " . We ended the night with a late night snack from ... yes ..... The Texas Tavern . Homecoming was such a Hit we are planning to make this an Annual event . For those of you that missed this one , rest up for next year .
" It might be my fault ... but ... not my problem ! "
Jazz Band at " Blue 5 " . GREAT PLACE !
Sherry Spangler Helms and Mark Gobble " The Texas Tavern " | 242 | 38 |
» Cefazolin for Injection contains an amount of Cefazolin Sodium equivalent to not less than 90.0 percent and not more than 115.0 percent of the labeled amount of cefazolin (C14H14N8O4S3).
Packaging and storage Preserve in Containers for Injections as described under Injections 1 .
Medium: 0.1 M sodium bicarbonate.
B: The retention time of the major peak for cefazolin in the chromatogram of the Assay preparation corresponds to that in the chromatogram of the Standard preparation, as obtained in the Assay.
Specific rotation 781S : between 10 and 24 .
Test solution: 55 mg per mL, in 0.1 M sodium bicarbonate.
Bacterial endotoxins 85 It contains not more than 0.15 USP Endotoxin Unit per mg of cefazolin.
pH 791 : between 4.0 and 6.0, in a solution containing 100 mg of cefazolin per mL.
pH 3.6 Buffer, pH 7.0 Buffer, Mobile phase, Internal standard solution, Standard preparation, and Chromatographic system Prepare as directed in the Assay under Cefazolin.
Assay preparation 1 (where it is packaged for dispensing and is represented as being in a single-dose container)Constitute Cefazolin for Injection in a volume of water, accurately measured, corresponding to the volume of solvent specified in the labeling. Withdraw all of the withdrawable contents, using a suitable hypodermic needle and syringe, and dilute quantitatively with pH 7.0 buffer to obtain a stock solution containing about 1 mg of cefazolin per mL. Transfer 5.0 mL of this solution to a 100-mL volumetric flask, add 5.0 mL of Internal standard solution, dilute with pH 7.0 buffer to volume, and mix.
Assay preparation 2 (where the label states the quantity of cefazolin in a given volume of constituted solution)Constitute Cefazolin for Injection in a volume of water, accurately measured, corresponding to the volume of solvent specified in the labeling. Dilute an accurately measured volume of the constituted solution quantitatively with pH 7.0 buffer to obtain a stock solution containing about 1 mg of cefazolin per mL. Transfer 5.0 mL of this solution to a 100-mL volumetric flask, add 5.0 mL of Internal standard solution, dilute with pH 7.0 buffer to volume, and mix.
in which L is the labeled quantity, in mg, of cefazolin in the container, or in the volume of constituted solution taken; D is the concentration, in mg per mL, of cefazolin in the stock solution used in preparing Assay preparation 1 or Assay preparation 2, on the basis of the labeled quantity in the container, or in the volume of constituted solution taken, respectively, and the extent of dilution; and the other terms are as defined therein. Where the test for Uniformity of dosage units has been performed using the Procedure for content uniformity, use the average of these determinations as the Assay value. | » Cefazolin for Injection contains an amount of Cefazolin Sodium equivalent to not less than 90.0 percent and not more than 115.0 percent of the labeled amount of cefazolin ( C14H14N8O4S3 ) .
Packaging and storage Preserve in Containers for Injections as described under Injections 1 .
Medium : 0.1 M sodium bicarbonate .
B : The retention time of the major peak for cefazolin in the chromatogram of the Assay preparation corresponds to that in the chromatogram of the Standard preparation , as obtained in the Assay .
Specific rotation 781S : between 10 and 24 .
Test solution : 55 mg per mL , in 0.1 M sodium bicarbonate .
Bacterial endotoxins 85 It contains not more than 0.15 USP Endotoxin Unit per mg of cefazolin .
pH 791 : between 4.0 and 6.0 , in a solution containing 100 mg of cefazolin per mL.
pH 3.6 Buffer , pH 7.0 Buffer , Mobile phase , Internal standard solution , Standard preparation , and Chromatographic system Prepare as directed in the Assay under Cefazolin .
Assay preparation 1 ( where it is packaged for dispensing and is represented as being in a single - dose container)Constitute Cefazolin for Injection in a volume of water , accurately measured , corresponding to the volume of solvent specified in the labeling . Withdraw all of the withdrawable contents , using a suitable hypodermic needle and syringe , and dilute quantitatively with pH 7.0 buffer to obtain a stock solution containing about 1 mg of cefazolin per mL. Transfer 5.0 mL of this solution to a 100 - mL volumetric flask , add 5.0 mL of Internal standard solution , dilute with pH 7.0 buffer to volume , and mix .
Assay preparation 2 ( where the label states the quantity of cefazolin in a given volume of constituted solution)Constitute Cefazolin for Injection in a volume of water , accurately measured , corresponding to the volume of solvent specified in the labeling . Dilute an accurately measured volume of the constituted solution quantitatively with pH 7.0 buffer to obtain a stock solution containing about 1 mg of cefazolin per mL. Transfer 5.0 mL of this solution to a 100 - mL volumetric flask , add 5.0 mL of Internal standard solution , dilute with pH 7.0 buffer to volume , and mix .
in which L is the labeled quantity , in mg , of cefazolin in the container , or in the volume of constituted solution taken ; D is the concentration , in mg per mL , of cefazolin in the stock solution used in preparing Assay preparation 1 or Assay preparation 2 , on the basis of the labeled quantity in the container , or in the volume of constituted solution taken , respectively , and the extent of dilution ; and the other terms are as defined therein . Where the test for Uniformity of dosage units has been performed using the Procedure for content uniformity , use the average of these determinations as the Assay value . | 522 | 59 |
Our blueberry season usually runs from late June til mid July, depending on weather. All our blueberries are pick-your-own. We do not have pre-picked.
Please always call us (919-544-3313) or check our facebook page before you come. Sometimes we have to close or change our hours due to rain or lack of ripe berries.
Our blueberries are USDA Organic Certified by Quality Certification Services.
Pick berries that are completely blue at the stem.
Pick berries that come off easily.
Blueberries have a powdery coating that protects the fruit. This is natural and not a spray.
Green berries will not ripen after picking.
Watch your children and stay with them at all times. Teach them how to pick ripe berries.
You may taste the berries as you pick, but please pay for any extra berries that you eat. Be fair to the farm.
Store blueberries in an airtight container with a paper towel to absorb moisture. They will keep for up to a week.
Do not wash blueberries until you are ready to eat them.
Do not wash blueberries before freezing. If you do wash them, you can dry or freeze on a cookie sheet before packaging for long-term freezing. | Our blueberry season usually runs from late June til mid July , depending on weather . All our blueberries are pick - your - own . We do not have pre - picked .
Please always call us ( 919 - 544 - 3313 ) or check our facebook page before you come . Sometimes we have to close or change our hours due to rain or lack of ripe berries .
Our blueberries are USDA Organic Certified by Quality Certification Services .
Pick berries that are completely blue at the stem .
Pick berries that come off easily .
Blueberries have a powdery coating that protects the fruit . This is natural and not a spray .
Green berries will not ripen after picking .
Watch your children and stay with them at all times . Teach them how to pick ripe berries .
You may taste the berries as you pick , but please pay for any extra berries that you eat . Be fair to the farm .
Store blueberries in an airtight container with a paper towel to absorb moisture . They will keep for up to a week .
Do not wash blueberries until you are ready to eat them .
Do not wash blueberries before freezing . If you do wash them , you can dry or freeze on a cookie sheet before packaging for long - term freezing . | 247 | 31 |
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Dubai airport has become a transit point for smugglers bringing high-value narcotics into Europe, the Italian police said on Monday.
Two smugglers have been arrested in recent days at Rome's Fiumicino airport after arriving via Dubai, they said.
One was an 19-year-old Slovak with two kilos (4.4 pounds) of cocaine stashed in a false bottom of his suitcase who had departed from Rio de Janeiro, while the other was a Nigerian who hid vials of cocaine in his socks.
The street value of the two seizures was put at around $500,000 (441,000 euros).
The smugglers do not leave Dubai's transit lounge, as this would expose them to customs checks, the police said in a press release.
Instead, they use the Dubai-Europe leg and the tough anti-drug reputation of the United Arab Emirates to mask the country where they began their trip.
"The trick aims at providing the smuggler with an itinerary that looks unsuspicious to police officers," they said. | Dubai airport has become a transit point for smugglers bringing high - value narcotics into Europe , the Italian police said on Monday .
Two smugglers have been arrested in recent days at Rome 's Fiumicino airport after arriving via Dubai , they said .
One was an 19 - year - old Slovak with two kilos ( 4.4 pounds ) of cocaine stashed in a false bottom of his suitcase who had departed from Rio de Janeiro , while the other was a Nigerian who hid vials of cocaine in his socks .
The street value of the two seizures was put at around $ 500,000 ( 441,000 euros ) .
The smugglers do not leave Dubai 's transit lounge , as this would expose them to customs checks , the police said in a press release .
Instead , they use the Dubai - Europe leg and the tough anti - drug reputation of the United Arab Emirates to mask the country where they began their trip .
" The trick aims at providing the smuggler with an itinerary that looks unsuspicious to police officers , " they said . | 198 | 25 |
Wish it. Wear it. Work it.
Ignite your soul with a wish. The words we wish for ourselves are always the most powerful.
This design features a glass bottle with an unlit candle, hanging from a 30" ball-chain necklace.
This is one of our most popular items and includes our unique style packaging. Wish not included.
Candle color choices are all festive and random. However, if you have a preference, please specify at check out.
This item is hand-crafted with love. Please handle with care. | Wish it . Wear it . Work it .
Ignite your soul with a wish . The words we wish for ourselves are always the most powerful .
This design features a glass bottle with an unlit candle , hanging from a 30 " ball - chain necklace .
This is one of our most popular items and includes our unique style packaging . Wish not included .
Candle color choices are all festive and random . However , if you have a preference , please specify at check out .
This item is hand - crafted with love . Please handle with care . | 110 | 18 |
Classic women's round gold-tone watch featuring a sweeping second hand, black leather strap, Arabic numerals, and small black Bowdoin sun seal imprint on face. Water resistant to 30 meters. Comes in presentation gift box. From Bulova. | Classic women 's round gold - tone watch featuring a sweeping second hand , black leather strap , Arabic numerals , and small black Bowdoin sun seal imprint on face . Water resistant to 30 meters . Comes in presentation gift box . From Bulova . | 46 | 8 |
US negotiators are expected to meet in the Qatari capital of Doha this week with representatives of the Taliban, the Islamist movement that the US toppled from power nearly a dozen years ago, only to fight a war with it and other Afghans opposed to foreign occupation ever since.
The talks triggered a political crisis before they even began, with US-backed Afghan president Hamid Karzai issuing a public protest that he had been lied to about US intentions in meeting with the Taliban. In retaliation, he formally broke off talks with Washington on a Bilateral Security Agreement that would provide for US troops remaining in the country after the December 2014 deadline that Washington and NATO have set for withdrawing all their forces.
Just hours before the Obama White House announced the planned talks with the Taliban, four US soldiers were killed in a mortar attack on the heavily fortified Bagram Airfield, north of Kabul. The Taliban claimed credit for the attack and reported that it had wounded six other troops.
Twenty-three US troops have been killed so far this month, bringing the total number to have lost their lives since the launching of Operation Enduring Freedom in October 2001 to 2,243. Another 444 British troops as well as 653 from other NATO and US-aligned countries have also died.
Afghan casualties undoubtedly number in the hundreds of thousands. According to the United Nations, the number of civilians killed or wounded from the beginning of this year until June 6 reached 3,092, a 24 percent increase over the same period last year. And the Afghan NGO Security Office reported that there were 47 percent more attacks launched by the Taliban and other groups opposed to the government and the foreign troops that support it in the first quarter of this year than in the same period in the first quarter of 2011.
As for the Afghan forces, while the army has 350,000 troops on the books, they are poorly trained and armed and are suffering heavy casualties as well as morale problems that lead to a loss of about a third of their ranks each year through desertions and failure to re-enlist. According to a Pentagon report issued last December, only 1 out of 23 Afghanistan National Army brigades is capable of operating on its own without US-NATO support.
Given the state of the Afghan military and the pledge to withdraw the bulk of the US-NATO troops by the end of next year, the Taliban appears to be going into the talks with the US and its puppet regime with a fair amount of confidence and is showing no inclination to put down its arms any time soon.
According to Afghan officials, the Karzai regime was angered by the Taliban’s presentation of its office in Doha not merely as an outpost for peace talks, but rather a virtual embassy for a rival government. One official who spoke to the Reuters news agency cited in particular the hoisting over the office of a Taliban flag and a banner of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, as the Taliban regime was known before it was overthrown by the US in 2001.
Karzai apparently fears that the US could reach a deal with the Taliban at his expense. Given Washington’s increasing reliance on Islamist forces in Egypt and Turkey and in the wars it has instigated in Libya and Syria, such a concern is understandable.
US officials have publicly stated that they are seeking three commitments by the Taliban as the sole basis for a settlement: a formal break of all ties with Al Qaeda, an end to armed actions and acceptance of the Afghan constitution, an undemocratic document rammed through an unrepresentative loya jirga (tribal council) dominated by Karzai’s hand-picked delegates and Afghan warlords in 2004.
Al Qaeda today does not represent any significant force in Afghanistan, and its invocation by Washington is aimed more at maintaining the pretext that the war there is part of a “war on terror.” The reality is that the Bush administration could have negotiated such a break when the Taliban was in power, but instead chose to invade Afghanistan, initiating the 12-year war. Even before the September 2001 attacks, the Taliban leadership had attempted to broker an agreement with Washington to remove Osama bin Laden and bring him to trial, but US officials showed no interest.
The unstated commitment that the US is most interested in securing from the Taliban is the acceptance of a continued US military presence in the country and US imperialism’s use of the Afghanistan as a forward base in projecting its power into Central and South Asia as well as against China. | US negotiators are expected to meet in the Qatari capital of Doha this week with representatives of the Taliban , the Islamist movement that the US toppled from power nearly a dozen years ago , only to fight a war with it and other Afghans opposed to foreign occupation ever since .
The talks triggered a political crisis before they even began , with US - backed Afghan president Hamid Karzai issuing a public protest that he had been lied to about US intentions in meeting with the Taliban . In retaliation , he formally broke off talks with Washington on a Bilateral Security Agreement that would provide for US troops remaining in the country after the December 2014 deadline that Washington and NATO have set for withdrawing all their forces .
Just hours before the Obama White House announced the planned talks with the Taliban , four US soldiers were killed in a mortar attack on the heavily fortified Bagram Airfield , north of Kabul . The Taliban claimed credit for the attack and reported that it had wounded six other troops .
Twenty - three US troops have been killed so far this month , bringing the total number to have lost their lives since the launching of Operation Enduring Freedom in October 2001 to 2,243 . Another 444 British troops as well as 653 from other NATO and US - aligned countries have also died .
Afghan casualties undoubtedly number in the hundreds of thousands . According to the United Nations , the number of civilians killed or wounded from the beginning of this year until June 6 reached 3,092 , a 24 percent increase over the same period last year . And the Afghan NGO Security Office reported that there were 47 percent more attacks launched by the Taliban and other groups opposed to the government and the foreign troops that support it in the first quarter of this year than in the same period in the first quarter of 2011 .
As for the Afghan forces , while the army has 350,000 troops on the books , they are poorly trained and armed and are suffering heavy casualties as well as morale problems that lead to a loss of about a third of their ranks each year through desertions and failure to re - enlist . According to a Pentagon report issued last December , only 1 out of 23 Afghanistan National Army brigades is capable of operating on its own without US - NATO support .
Given the state of the Afghan military and the pledge to withdraw the bulk of the US - NATO troops by the end of next year , the Taliban appears to be going into the talks with the US and its puppet regime with a fair amount of confidence and is showing no inclination to put down its arms any time soon .
According to Afghan officials , the Karzai regime was angered by the Taliban ’s presentation of its office in Doha not merely as an outpost for peace talks , but rather a virtual embassy for a rival government . One official who spoke to the Reuters news agency cited in particular the hoisting over the office of a Taliban flag and a banner of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan , as the Taliban regime was known before it was overthrown by the US in 2001 .
Karzai apparently fears that the US could reach a deal with the Taliban at his expense . Given Washington ’s increasing reliance on Islamist forces in Egypt and Turkey and in the wars it has instigated in Libya and Syria , such a concern is understandable .
US officials have publicly stated that they are seeking three commitments by the Taliban as the sole basis for a settlement : a formal break of all ties with Al Qaeda , an end to armed actions and acceptance of the Afghan constitution , an undemocratic document rammed through an unrepresentative loya jirga ( tribal council ) dominated by Karzai ’s hand - picked delegates and Afghan warlords in 2004 .
Al Qaeda today does not represent any significant force in Afghanistan , and its invocation by Washington is aimed more at maintaining the pretext that the war there is part of a “ war on terror . ” The reality is that the Bush administration could have negotiated such a break when the Taliban was in power , but instead chose to invade Afghanistan , initiating the 12 - year war . Even before the September 2001 attacks , the Taliban leadership had attempted to broker an agreement with Washington to remove Osama bin Laden and bring him to trial , but US officials showed no interest .
The unstated commitment that the US is most interested in securing from the Taliban is the acceptance of a continued US military presence in the country and US imperialism ’s use of the Afghanistan as a forward base in projecting its power into Central and South Asia as well as against China . | 861 | 59 |
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I will go manual soon as I shave 200th of a second off my time to get my ghost up, iv never played with a wheel and manual so that my next task, my current time is 1.25.2?? My kids are on the ps at the moment so I can't remember the last 2 numbers, but I need to shave 200th of a second to get in the top 30, I got a 1.26.5?? With default tuning and I couldn't get any faster, iv also can't get any faster with my current setup giving me a 1.25.2??
Probably not the best way to fix understeer but I always end up playing with the diff settings. This is a basic overview of the diff changes that can be made. Here (http://forum.projectcarsgame.com/showthread.php?25676-Easy-Differential-Tuning-(reduce-spinouts)).
You could try softening the front AR/Sway bar, but just a click or two. Too soft and you'll have problems with body roll. If it's happening on corner entry, you can also try softening the front springs to get more weight on the front tires under deceleration.
I jumped 10 places last night shaving 800th of a second off my time putting me in 15th place out of the rwd lmp1's and 26th in the class, which I'm over the moon about and iv go my ghost up, I'm roughly 1.8 1.9 seconds behind the fastest lmp1 which is a life time in racing as you already know, im going to switch to going manual now and hopefully when I get the hang of it I can shave some more seconds off.
Although the right amount of accel diff helps rotate the car better out of certain corners to mitigate that exit-understeer.
But first: what Haiden said. I'd also recommend running the setup through Jussi's calculator for a more neutral/less front biased setup with appropriate damping.
As for entry well, what Haiden said. Again. If your braking super late and hot on entry the front tyres will give in. A bit of brake bias towards the rear a few clicks might help there, though if you're too aggressive it'll snap sideways on entry. | I will go manual soon as I shave 200th of a second off my time to get my ghost up , iv never played with a wheel and manual so that my next task , my current time is 1.25.2 ? ? My kids are on the ps at the moment so I ca n't remember the last 2 numbers , but I need to shave 200th of a second to get in the top 30 , I got a 1.26.5 ? ? With default tuning and I could n't get any faster , iv also ca n't get any faster with my current setup giving me a 1.25.2 ? ?
Probably not the best way to fix understeer but I always end up playing with the diff settings . This is a basic overview of the diff changes that can be made . Here ( http://forum.projectcarsgame.com/showthread.php?25676-Easy-Differential-Tuning-(reduce-spinouts ) ) .
You could try softening the front AR / Sway bar , but just a click or two . Too soft and you 'll have problems with body roll . If it 's happening on corner entry , you can also try softening the front springs to get more weight on the front tires under deceleration .
I jumped 10 places last night shaving 800th of a second off my time putting me in 15th place out of the rwd lmp1 's and 26th in the class , which I 'm over the moon about and iv go my ghost up , I 'm roughly 1.8 1.9 seconds behind the fastest lmp1 which is a life time in racing as you already know , i m going to switch to going manual now and hopefully when I get the hang of it I can shave some more seconds off .
Although the right amount of accel diff helps rotate the car better out of certain corners to mitigate that exit - understeer .
But first : what Haiden said . I 'd also recommend running the setup through Jussi 's calculator for a more neutral / less front biased setup with appropriate damping .
As for entry well , what Haiden said . Again . If your braking super late and hot on entry the front tyres will give in . A bit of brake bias towards the rear a few clicks might help there , though if you 're too aggressive it 'll snap sideways on entry . | 414 | 39 |
The Badan family has settled in Aigle, where it owns a wine estate mid-way between the old town and the medieval quarter. The cellar and the vinothek are housed in the large building, whereas the 15 hectares of vineyards can be found in the fields around the district.
The Vaudois Chablais is a region dedicated to vegetable crops and vineyards. Benefiting from ideal climatic and geological conditions, the local winemakers make perfect use of what nature has to offer. Anick and Didier Badan work their plots between Aigle, Yvorne, Ollon and Bex.
Half of their white wine production is Chasselas, but the couple dedicates some of the estate to growing specialties such as Viognier, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. Their other wines are for fans of red wine. Indeed, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Gamaret, Merlot, Dioinor and Egidola complete the Badan Vins wine range on offer.
In the cellar, there are oak and chestnut barrels alongside stainless steel vats. A beautiful stone cellar welcomes up to 46 guests for one-of-a-kind moments of sharing. Theme menus, fondues and local specialties complement the prior visit of the facilities.
The vinothek meets the demands of customers wishing to combine good wines with terroir products. The discovery box sets are for all budgets. The wine estate is certified by “Vaud Œnotourisme” and welcomes Swiss patriots to a farm brunch on the First of August (Swiss National Day). | The Badan family has settled in Aigle , where it owns a wine estate mid - way between the old town and the medieval quarter . The cellar and the vinothek are housed in the large building , whereas the 15 hectares of vineyards can be found in the fields around the district .
The Vaudois Chablais is a region dedicated to vegetable crops and vineyards . Benefiting from ideal climatic and geological conditions , the local winemakers make perfect use of what nature has to offer . Anick and Didier Badan work their plots between Aigle , Yvorne , Ollon and Bex .
Half of their white wine production is Chasselas , but the couple dedicates some of the estate to growing specialties such as Viognier , Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc . Their other wines are for fans of red wine . Indeed , Pinot Noir , Gamay , Gamaret , Merlot , Dioinor and Egidola complete the Badan Vins wine range on offer .
In the cellar , there are oak and chestnut barrels alongside stainless steel vats . A beautiful stone cellar welcomes up to 46 guests for one - of - a - kind moments of sharing . Theme menus , fondues and local specialties complement the prior visit of the facilities .
The vinothek meets the demands of customers wishing to combine good wines with terroir products . The discovery box sets are for all budgets . The wine estate is certified by “ Vaud Œnotourisme ” and welcomes Swiss patriots to a farm brunch on the First of August ( Swiss National Day ) . | 276 | 36 |
Line Regulation 0.1% max for a ± 10% line change.
Accuracy : ± (0.6% of reading +5 counts).
Over Current Fold Back On/Off , Setting On when output current over setting A-Hi value it will fold back output voltage to keep constant output current is setting A-Hi value. | Line Regulation 0.1 % max for a ± 10 % line change .
Accuracy : ± ( 0.6 % of reading +5 counts ) .
Over Current Fold Back On / Off , Setting On when output current over setting A - Hi value it will fold back output voltage to keep constant output current is setting A - Hi value . | 64 | 13 |
Highlight her elegance and grace with this stylish dress by Wenchoice. The sleeveless delicate dress in pink comes with soft plush top. Lace trim on the border of the skirt. Zipper back entry. Your little one is sure to enjoy this lovely flirty piece. | Highlight her elegance and grace with this stylish dress by Wenchoice . The sleeveless delicate dress in pink comes with soft plush top . Lace trim on the border of the skirt . Zipper back entry . Your little one is sure to enjoy this lovely flirty piece . | 49 | 5 |
CAMP DODGE, JOHNSTON, Iowa- Nearly 400 Iowa National Guard soldiers home after a year-long deployment overseas.
Soldiers in the 248th Aviation Support Battalion were part of a larger unit serving in the Middle East.
Homecoming ceremonies were today (Friday) in Boone, Davenport, Muscatine, and Waterloo.
The largest group, 180 soldiers, are from Boone. Davenport and Muscatine has welcomed home about 100 soldiers. Waterloo also welcomed home 100 soldiers.
The return of this group, cuts the number of Iowa soldiers deployed by more than half, there are still about 200 soldiers who are still deployed. | CAMP DODGE , JOHNSTON , Iowa- Nearly 400 Iowa National Guard soldiers home after a year - long deployment overseas .
Soldiers in the 248th Aviation Support Battalion were part of a larger unit serving in the Middle East .
Homecoming ceremonies were today ( Friday ) in Boone , Davenport , Muscatine , and Waterloo .
The largest group , 180 soldiers , are from Boone . Davenport and Muscatine has welcomed home about 100 soldiers . Waterloo also welcomed home 100 soldiers .
The return of this group , cuts the number of Iowa soldiers deployed by more than half , there are still about 200 soldiers who are still deployed . | 118 | 19 |
In a matter of minutes and without a single line of code, Zapier allows you to connect Launch27 and Xero, with as many as 54 possible integrations. Are you ready to find your productivity superpowers?
It's easy to connect Launch27 + Xero and requires absolutely zero coding experience—the only limit is your own imagination. | In a matter of minutes and without a single line of code , Zapier allows you to connect Launch27 and Xero , with as many as 54 possible integrations . Are you ready to find your productivity superpowers ?
It 's easy to connect Launch27 + Xero and requires absolutely zero coding experience — the only limit is your own imagination . | 63 | 6 |
In Part 1 I covered a simple stored procedure that printed the current date. In this article I'll cover writing a stored procedure to return a recordset back to the client. In the process we'll learn a little bit more about .NET and C# including the SqlConnection, SqlCommand and SqlDataReader classes.
In the last article, the method we created was also in the StoredProcedures class. In previous versions of .NET a class had to be contained in a single file. In .NET 2.0 a class can be split over multiple files if you use the partial keyword. This lets us put each method in its own file if we want (and makes my article writing easier).
In earlier beta releases of SQL Server 2005 you used a different set of class libraries when you called SQL Server from inside a stored procedure than when you called SQL Server from a client application. With the April CTP we now use the "client" libraries in both cases. Much of the code in this article will look very familiar to application developers.
Using the "Context Connection" connection string tells the SqlConnection object to connect to the existing context inside SQL Server. Since this code will run inside a stored procedure inside SQL Server we don't need to "relogin".
The SqlCommand object also resides in the System.Data.SqlClient namespace. This creates a new SqlCommand variable named cmd. The first property we set for this variable is the Connection property. The Connection property will only accept objects of type SqlConnection. So we assign conn, our SqlConnection variable, to the Connection property of cmd, our SqlCommand variable.
and printed the result it would appear on two lines. \r and \n are the character escapes for carriage return and line feed. Placing an @ sign in front of a string says to ignore any escape characters inside the string literal. It also allows us to just hit the Enter key and have the string continue on the next line.
The first step is to open the connection to our SQL Server. We this by calling the Open method of our SqlConnection variable. We're going to store these results in something called a SqlDataReader. This is used to store a stream of read-only data from SQL Server. In later articles we'll look at how to step through the individuals rows in the result set. One of the methods of our SqlCommand variable is ExecuteReader. This method executes the SQL in the SqlCommand object and returns the result as a SqlDataReader. Other methods allow you to execute the SQL statement and not return any values or return only a single scalar value. We'll discuss those in a future article.
In the last article we used a SqlPipe object to send data back to our client. We do the same here but we do it a little differently. The Send method of the SqlPipe class is defined as a static method. static is a C# keyword that says we don't need to instantiate an object of type SqlPipe to call the Send method. In the previous article, the Send method accepted a string and returned that back to the client. The Send method can also accept a SqlDataReader as a parameter. This has the effect of sending the result of the query back to the client as a rowset just like if we had directly executed the SQL statement. Having a method that accepts multiple different types of parameters is called overloading.
We used the following two short cuts to shrink the code: When a SqlConnection is created it can accept the connection string as a parameter. When a new object is created (in this case a SqlCommand object) its constructor method is executed. Even when you create an object without any parameters it still have a constructor method that runs. I'll cover constructors and overloading in more detail in a future article. Notice that the SqlCommand object can accept both the SQL statement and the connection as parameters when it's created.
In this article we wrote a basic stored procedure that returned a record back to the calling program. We discussed the SqlConnection, SqlCommand and SqlDataReader objects. Next we'll look at different ways to deploy the stored procedure to SQL Server. | In Part 1 I covered a simple stored procedure that printed the current date . In this article I 'll cover writing a stored procedure to return a recordset back to the client . In the process we 'll learn a little bit more about .NET and C # including the SqlConnection , SqlCommand and SqlDataReader classes .
In the last article , the method we created was also in the StoredProcedures class . In previous versions of .NET a class had to be contained in a single file . In .NET 2.0 a class can be split over multiple files if you use the partial keyword . This lets us put each method in its own file if we want ( and makes my article writing easier ) .
In earlier beta releases of SQL Server 2005 you used a different set of class libraries when you called SQL Server from inside a stored procedure than when you called SQL Server from a client application . With the April CTP we now use the " client " libraries in both cases . Much of the code in this article will look very familiar to application developers .
Using the " Context Connection " connection string tells the SqlConnection object to connect to the existing context inside SQL Server . Since this code will run inside a stored procedure inside SQL Server we do n't need to " relogin " .
The SqlCommand object also resides in the System . Data . SqlClient namespace . This creates a new SqlCommand variable named cmd . The first property we set for this variable is the Connection property . The Connection property will only accept objects of type SqlConnection . So we assign conn , our SqlConnection variable , to the Connection property of cmd , our SqlCommand variable .
and printed the result it would appear on two lines . \r and \n are the character escapes for carriage return and line feed . Placing an @ sign in front of a string says to ignore any escape characters inside the string literal . It also allows us to just hit the Enter key and have the string continue on the next line .
The first step is to open the connection to our SQL Server . We this by calling the Open method of our SqlConnection variable . We 're going to store these results in something called a SqlDataReader . This is used to store a stream of read - only data from SQL Server . In later articles we 'll look at how to step through the individuals rows in the result set . One of the methods of our SqlCommand variable is ExecuteReader . This method executes the SQL in the SqlCommand object and returns the result as a SqlDataReader . Other methods allow you to execute the SQL statement and not return any values or return only a single scalar value . We 'll discuss those in a future article .
In the last article we used a SqlPipe object to send data back to our client . We do the same here but we do it a little differently . The Send method of the SqlPipe class is defined as a static method . static is a C # keyword that says we do n't need to instantiate an object of type SqlPipe to call the Send method . In the previous article , the Send method accepted a string and returned that back to the client . The Send method can also accept a SqlDataReader as a parameter . This has the effect of sending the result of the query back to the client as a rowset just like if we had directly executed the SQL statement . Having a method that accepts multiple different types of parameters is called overloading .
We used the following two short cuts to shrink the code : When a SqlConnection is created it can accept the connection string as a parameter . When a new object is created ( in this case a SqlCommand object ) its constructor method is executed . Even when you create an object without any parameters it still have a constructor method that runs . I 'll cover constructors and overloading in more detail in a future article . Notice that the SqlCommand object can accept both the SQL statement and the connection as parameters when it 's created .
In this article we wrote a basic stored procedure that returned a record back to the calling program . We discussed the SqlConnection , SqlCommand and SqlDataReader objects . Next we 'll look at different ways to deploy the stored procedure to SQL Server . | 802 | 70 |
Kansas City, MO. (November 3, 2016) — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) has been certified as a Gold Level Healthy KC company by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Healthy KC Workplace Wellness Certification program.
The Healthy KC workplace wellness certification is based on four 'pillars' of health: nutrition, physical activity, tobacco cessation, and work/life integration. There are four levels of certification, based on a company's level of achievement across the four pillars – Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention.
"This is the second year Blue KC has been honored with the Gold certification and we’re proud to provide a healthy environment for our employees and to be a part of the larger Healthy KC initiative that is creating a healthier Kansas City for all," said Gregg Laiben, M.D., Blue KC, Vice President, Health Innovations.
"We'd also like to congratulate the 212 companies that were given the Healthy KC Workplace Wellness certification and encourage those who haven’t applied to start thinking about ways to make their workplaces healthier and apply in 2017," Laiben added.
The certification process will be repeated each year, with the next round slated to open in early 2017. For more information, visit www.wearehealthykc.com or e-mail [email protected]. | Kansas City , MO . ( November 3 , 2016 ) — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City ( Blue KC ) has been certified as a Gold Level Healthy KC company by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Healthy KC Workplace Wellness Certification program .
The Healthy KC workplace wellness certification is based on four ' pillars ' of health : nutrition , physical activity , tobacco cessation , and work / life integration . There are four levels of certification , based on a company 's level of achievement across the four pillars – Gold , Silver , Bronze , and Honorable Mention .
" This is the second year Blue KC has been honored with the Gold certification and we ’re proud to provide a healthy environment for our employees and to be a part of the larger Healthy KC initiative that is creating a healthier Kansas City for all , " said Gregg Laiben , M.D. , Blue KC , Vice President , Health Innovations .
" We 'd also like to congratulate the 212 companies that were given the Healthy KC Workplace Wellness certification and encourage those who have n’t applied to start thinking about ways to make their workplaces healthier and apply in 2017 , " Laiben added .
The certification process will be repeated each year , with the next round slated to open in early 2017 . For more information , visit www.wearehealthykc.com or e - mail [email protected] . | 254 | 40 |
S.W.A.T. Roofing & Contracting employs the most up-to-date technology available in the industry. We use a drone to perform inspections, get before and after images and more. If you need residential or commercial roofing repair or replacement, one part of getting your claim moving is having a professional closely inspect your roof. At the same time, you may not want to have people walking around on your roof for a number of reasons.
For one thing, certain roofing tiles can be damaged when people walk on them. If you have these types of tile on your roof, the very act of getting it inspected for storm damage can itself lead to damage. In some cases, a steeply-pitched roof can present certain challenges and even safety hazards for those who are attempting to inspect it for hail damage or storm restoration purposes. Finally, some buildings—particularly those with several different pieces of roof or commercial buildings such as high rise apartments—simply don’t easily lend themselves to in-person inspections.
At S.W.A.T. Roofing & Contracting, we have come up with a novel approach to allow close, detailed inspections and still sidestep all these issues. We use a specially-equipped drone to fly around the surface of your roof without actually setting a foot on it. This allows us to get a good view of any areas that may have suffered hail damage without causing further damage—or exposing our employees to the unnecessary risk of slipping and falling.
If you need residential roofing repair or replacement, we are known as the go-to business for fast, efficient, and professional work. We are thoroughly experienced in hail damage repair and storm restoration, and we stand behind our strong reputation for quality, reliability, and excellence. | S.W.A.T. Roofing & Contracting employs the most up - to - date technology available in the industry . We use a drone to perform inspections , get before and after images and more . If you need residential or commercial roofing repair or replacement , one part of getting your claim moving is having a professional closely inspect your roof . At the same time , you may not want to have people walking around on your roof for a number of reasons .
For one thing , certain roofing tiles can be damaged when people walk on them . If you have these types of tile on your roof , the very act of getting it inspected for storm damage can itself lead to damage . In some cases , a steeply - pitched roof can present certain challenges and even safety hazards for those who are attempting to inspect it for hail damage or storm restoration purposes . Finally , some buildings — particularly those with several different pieces of roof or commercial buildings such as high rise apartments — simply do n’t easily lend themselves to in - person inspections .
At S.W.A.T. Roofing & Contracting , we have come up with a novel approach to allow close , detailed inspections and still sidestep all these issues . We use a specially - equipped drone to fly around the surface of your roof without actually setting a foot on it . This allows us to get a good view of any areas that may have suffered hail damage without causing further damage — or exposing our employees to the unnecessary risk of slipping and falling .
If you need residential roofing repair or replacement , we are known as the go - to business for fast , efficient , and professional work . We are thoroughly experienced in hail damage repair and storm restoration , and we stand behind our strong reputation for quality , reliability , and excellence . | 336 | 39 |
What responsibilities will I have as a member of GRWC?
We generally schedule 4-6 performances per year. A detailed schedule of all confirmed dates for the upcoming season will be provided at the time of auditions. Any additional performance requests will be brought to the membership to determine feasibility.
Singers are expected to attend weekly rehearsals, which are held on Wednesdays from 6:45-8:45 p.m. at Fountain Street Church.
Singers are expected to attend scheduled sectionals. There will be approximately one sectional every six weeks, as needed, throughout the season.
While there are no annual dues, all singing members pay annually to attend the Fall retreat. The current cost is $50, however, that may increase without notice.
Other costs that members may incur are associated with, but not limited to, social events and the purchase of promotional items. However, these activities are often optional.
Concert attire was chosen by a committee of singers and may change periodically. We wear all black from head to toe. A small amount of inconspicuous jewelry may be worn as desired by members.
Parts of our concert attire may be purchased by and remain the property of GRWC. It’s also possible that singers may be required to purchase some of their performance attire. Individual members retain and care for all concert attire. | What responsibilities will I have as a member of GRWC ?
We generally schedule 4 - 6 performances per year . A detailed schedule of all confirmed dates for the upcoming season will be provided at the time of auditions . Any additional performance requests will be brought to the membership to determine feasibility .
Singers are expected to attend weekly rehearsals , which are held on Wednesdays from 6:45 - 8:45 p.m. at Fountain Street Church .
Singers are expected to attend scheduled sectionals . There will be approximately one sectional every six weeks , as needed , throughout the season .
While there are no annual dues , all singing members pay annually to attend the Fall retreat . The current cost is $ 50 , however , that may increase without notice .
Other costs that members may incur are associated with , but not limited to , social events and the purchase of promotional items . However , these activities are often optional .
Concert attire was chosen by a committee of singers and may change periodically . We wear all black from head to toe . A small amount of inconspicuous jewelry may be worn as desired by members .
Parts of our concert attire may be purchased by and remain the property of GRWC . It ’s also possible that singers may be required to purchase some of their performance attire . Individual members retain and care for all concert attire . | 255 | 28 |
This paper describes a technology platform for monitoring homes within a community energy scheme. A range of sensors were deployed to measure in-home environmental conditions, occupancy, electrical power, electrical energy, thermal energy, heating behaviour and boiler performance to better understand and predict energy consumption in individual homes and across the community. The community assets include solar photovoltaic panels that are deployed in an urban solar farm and on rooftops to generate energy that is used to charge a central battery. This community scale storage supports participation in grid services to help balance the national grid and in future phases to power a community heat network, electric vehicle charging and self-consumption within individual properties. The monitoring data aims to help develop insights to help optimise this multifaceted system and to provide feedback to residents to help visualise and control their energy consumption to encourage reductions in demand. It was found that a diverse range of Internet of Things technologies was required to generate this data and make it available for subsequent access and analysis, which are described together with associated challenges that were experienced during the system design and implementation. The diversity in the monitoring technology was consolidated in the cloud to provide a common data structure for consumption by other services via industry standard APIs. The cloud infrastructure developed to achieve this is described, which utilised scalable and easily deployable services that are readily available from the major technology companies. The paper concludes by highlighting promising areas of focus for community-level monitoring in related projects. | This paper describes a technology platform for monitoring homes within a community energy scheme . A range of sensors were deployed to measure in - home environmental conditions , occupancy , electrical power , electrical energy , thermal energy , heating behaviour and boiler performance to better understand and predict energy consumption in individual homes and across the community . The community assets include solar photovoltaic panels that are deployed in an urban solar farm and on rooftops to generate energy that is used to charge a central battery . This community scale storage supports participation in grid services to help balance the national grid and in future phases to power a community heat network , electric vehicle charging and self - consumption within individual properties . The monitoring data aims to help develop insights to help optimise this multifaceted system and to provide feedback to residents to help visualise and control their energy consumption to encourage reductions in demand . It was found that a diverse range of Internet of Things technologies was required to generate this data and make it available for subsequent access and analysis , which are described together with associated challenges that were experienced during the system design and implementation . The diversity in the monitoring technology was consolidated in the cloud to provide a common data structure for consumption by other services via industry standard APIs . The cloud infrastructure developed to achieve this is described , which utilised scalable and easily deployable services that are readily available from the major technology companies . The paper concludes by highlighting promising areas of focus for community - level monitoring in related projects . | 278 | 20 |
The Aspire PockeX The PockeX is an all new, discreet, low profile sub ohm device from Aspire, standing no more than 12cm tall and less then 2cm wide, it is true that good things come in small packages as this all-in-one device will fit all pocket types.
When it comes to innovative electronic cigarettes, this device is up there, becoming one of our most popular vaping devices.
Available in Black, White, Stainless Steel and Rose Gold, the PockeX is one of the shortest all-in-one devices on the market to date, yet still maintains the quality expected of Aspire.
The top-fill design means you can replace your coils without draining the tank which is a massive bonus, combine with a TPD compliant 2ml tank capacity and a 0.6ohm coil, this device has it all. | The Aspire PockeX The PockeX is an all new , discreet , low profile sub ohm device from Aspire , standing no more than 12 cm tall and less then 2 cm wide , it is true that good things come in small packages as this all - in - one device will fit all pocket types .
When it comes to innovative electronic cigarettes , this device is up there , becoming one of our most popular vaping devices .
Available in Black , White , Stainless Steel and Rose Gold , the PockeX is one of the shortest all - in - one devices on the market to date , yet still maintains the quality expected of Aspire .
The top - fill design means you can replace your coils without draining the tank which is a massive bonus , combine with a TPD compliant 2ml tank capacity and a 0.6ohm coil , this device has it all . | 164 | 21 |
MEN'S M8TRIX SNOWBOARD BINDINGS (4X4 PATTERN) MEDIUM BOOT SIZE: 6-9 (WHITE/BLACK) by M8TRIX at Notakem Bara. MPN: PPW-M8TRIX-WHITE-MM. Hurry! Limited time offer. Offer valid only while supplies last.
Newly designed Thermoplastic resin (TPR) ankle straps to provide more even pressure and hold the boots more securely in the heel pocket.
The mesh design prevents snow from building up behind the strap.
The TPR toe strap flexes over the toe like a rubber band to maintain more secure pressure.
This binding comes with the mounting discs and hardware to mount to any standard four bolt pattern snowboard also has provisions for Burton 3D mounting pattern simply by drilling hole in each mounting plate.
If you have any questions about this product by M8TRIX, contact us by completing and submitting the form below. If you are looking for a specif part number, please include it with your message. | MEN 'S M8TRIX SNOWBOARD BINDINGS ( 4X4 PATTERN ) MEDIUM BOOT SIZE : 6 - 9 ( WHITE / BLACK ) by M8TRIX at Notakem Bara . MPN : PPW - M8TRIX - WHITE - MM . Hurry ! Limited time offer . Offer valid only while supplies last .
Newly designed Thermoplastic resin ( TPR ) ankle straps to provide more even pressure and hold the boots more securely in the heel pocket .
The mesh design prevents snow from building up behind the strap .
The TPR toe strap flexes over the toe like a rubber band to maintain more secure pressure .
This binding comes with the mounting discs and hardware to mount to any standard four bolt pattern snowboard also has provisions for Burton 3D mounting pattern simply by drilling hole in each mounting plate .
If you have any questions about this product by M8TRIX , contact us by completing and submitting the form below . If you are looking for a specif part number , please include it with your message . | 183 | 26 |
No summer vacation, road trip or overseas getaway is complete without at least one photo of an awkward or hilarious sign to share with your friends and coworkers when you get home. The S.F. Chronicle Travel section has collected quite a few of these silly sign photos over the years courtesy of Doug Lansky's Signspotting.com. Check them all out below.
You can upload your own funny signs at www.signspotting.com.
Stop by so you can tweet about twits who are treated royally. Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
From the looks of things, pork is facing an identity crisis at this dining establishment. Brooklyn, New York.
Do not take your baby to Hickory Island in Florida. Bonita Springs, Florida.
This takes combo deals to a whole new level. Mountain View, California.
Some cheese lovers might go bananas over this menu item, but everyone else is peeling off as fast as they can. Clifton Park, New York.
Sometimes the unknown tastes a bit gamey but the price is right. Location unknown.
In Las Vegas, the Babies Against Briefcases movement is alive and well. Las Vegas, Nevada.
Beware: Throwing away your apple core may result in an attack of vomiting. Canada.
Customers have their choice of regular or extra cold ice. Salem, Oregon.
We can only assume this is one of those weird English translation issues. You know, trousers versus pants, tinned versus canned, protected versus dead. London, United Kingdom.
Seems like the lifesaving aspect needs a bit of work. Pt. Reyes National Seashore, California.
Clean hands, however, are optional. South Louisiana.
Your tired caboose may be aching for a rest on a bed of sharp metal, but please refrain from resting atop this fence. Farmington, Utah.
You never know when golf is going to strike. Vienna, Austria.
Not-so-scenic overlook. Hoover Dam, Nevada.
No standing at the cab stand, either: Apparently, the trick is getting a running start and leaping into a moving taxi. Hong Kong.
Emergency Margarita Technician: As we all know, when you're vacation, an empty glass is a real crisis. Dominican Republic.
Ah, the perks of being The Messiah. Grand Rapids, Michigan.
But what? Is it pronounced just like it looks? Don't leave us hanging! Andhra Perish, India.
Slow customers are rewarded with privileged parking at this store. Fast customers can park across the street. Los Angeles, California.
If an American accent isn't exotic enough, this store can sell you an Israeli one. Washington, D.C.
At this fine establishment, you have your choice of being served - or served by - swine. Monroe, Indiana.
If you're looking for the glazed old-fashioned from hell, you'll find it at this late night haunt. Anaheim, California.
It's a bird. It's a plane. No, wait – it's… Toiletman? Freeway, between Hangzhou and Shanghai, China.
Advanced driving skills: the inverted U-turn. Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
All applicants must be at least somewhat dead. Langley, Canada.
Coming soon! The first zoo employee born in captivity. Natural Bridge, Virginia.
These days, there's only a budget for a courtesy phone jack at the airport in Ketchikan, Alaska.
Please keep an eye on your children -- or they may learn to fly. Location unknown.
To not find Texas Street, make a left and continue for 7 miles. Albany, Oregon.
The designers of the earth friendly toilets at this restroom make users choose between green or clean. Wausau, Wisconsin.
If you think unsightly plantar warts are bad, you should see the frackle-warts they treat at this clinic. Vientiane, Laos.
It's not easy to prevent recreation at a youth center but it's a point of pride at this institute. La Conner, Washington.
If you have to apologize before your customers even make it inside, you may want rethink your business plan. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
Beware the slow-moving, shoulder-less children. Cairn, Australia.
Happy-go-lucky pedestrians only! Cave Creek, Arizona.
If you must slip at least do it with some grace and forethought. Chengadu, China.
Just try not to think about how one gets the required milk to make rat cheese. Cherokee, North Carolina.
Must have been opposite day. Cliffs of Moher, Ireland.
We don't know where this road leads either. Dead Sea, Israel.
A bike trail with the promise of adventure! Eagle River, Wisconsin.
This is rarely a good idea, no matter where you are. Ettal, Germany.
What kind of bogus 'entry' is this, anyway? Granada, Spain.
Solid advice: Don't park your car without being inside of it first. Hua Hin, Thailand.
Truth in advertising. London, England.
C'mon, everyone knows 'thank you' is actually 'ruff, ruff' in dog. Marmora, Ontario. Canada.
Gas passers will be prosecuted. Victoria City, British Columbia, Canada.
Danger: falling cars! Akumal, Mexico.
Unless you want to fork over $100, you better put some serious thought into where you 'relieve your self' around these parts. Antigua, Virgin Islands.
You can't say they didn't warn you. Atlas, Illinois.
Don't learn this the hard way. Austin, Texas. | No summer vacation , road trip or overseas getaway is complete without at least one photo of an awkward or hilarious sign to share with your friends and coworkers when you get home . The S.F. Chronicle Travel section has collected quite a few of these silly sign photos over the years courtesy of Doug Lansky 's Signspotting.com . Check them all out below .
You can upload your own funny signs at www.signspotting.com .
Stop by so you can tweet about twits who are treated royally . Montreal , Quebec , Canada .
From the looks of things , pork is facing an identity crisis at this dining establishment . Brooklyn , New York .
Do not take your baby to Hickory Island in Florida . Bonita Springs , Florida .
This takes combo deals to a whole new level . Mountain View , California .
Some cheese lovers might go bananas over this menu item , but everyone else is peeling off as fast as they can . Clifton Park , New York .
Sometimes the unknown tastes a bit gamey but the price is right . Location unknown .
In Las Vegas , the Babies Against Briefcases movement is alive and well . Las Vegas , Nevada .
Beware : Throwing away your apple core may result in an attack of vomiting . Canada .
Customers have their choice of regular or extra cold ice . Salem , Oregon .
We can only assume this is one of those weird English translation issues . You know , trousers versus pants , tinned versus canned , protected versus dead . London , United Kingdom .
Seems like the lifesaving aspect needs a bit of work . Pt . Reyes National Seashore , California .
Clean hands , however , are optional . South Louisiana .
Your tired caboose may be aching for a rest on a bed of sharp metal , but please refrain from resting atop this fence . Farmington , Utah .
You never know when golf is going to strike . Vienna , Austria .
Not - so - scenic overlook . Hoover Dam , Nevada .
No standing at the cab stand , either : Apparently , the trick is getting a running start and leaping into a moving taxi . Hong Kong .
Emergency Margarita Technician : As we all know , when you 're vacation , an empty glass is a real crisis . Dominican Republic .
Ah , the perks of being The Messiah . Grand Rapids , Michigan .
But what ? Is it pronounced just like it looks ? Do n't leave us hanging ! Andhra Perish , India .
Slow customers are rewarded with privileged parking at this store . Fast customers can park across the street . Los Angeles , California .
If an American accent is n't exotic enough , this store can sell you an Israeli one . Washington , D.C.
At this fine establishment , you have your choice of being served - or served by - swine . Monroe , Indiana .
If you 're looking for the glazed old - fashioned from hell , you 'll find it at this late night haunt . Anaheim , California .
It 's a bird . It 's a plane . No , wait – it 's … Toiletman ? Freeway , between Hangzhou and Shanghai , China .
Advanced driving skills : the inverted U - turn . Cottage Grove , Minnesota .
All applicants must be at least somewhat dead . Langley , Canada .
Coming soon ! The first zoo employee born in captivity . Natural Bridge , Virginia .
These days , there 's only a budget for a courtesy phone jack at the airport in Ketchikan , Alaska .
Please keep an eye on your children -- or they may learn to fly . Location unknown .
To not find Texas Street , make a left and continue for 7 miles . Albany , Oregon .
The designers of the earth friendly toilets at this restroom make users choose between green or clean . Wausau , Wisconsin .
If you think unsightly plantar warts are bad , you should see the frackle - warts they treat at this clinic . Vientiane , Laos .
It 's not easy to prevent recreation at a youth center but it 's a point of pride at this institute . La Conner , Washington .
If you have to apologize before your customers even make it inside , you may want rethink your business plan . Cabo San Lucas , Mexico .
Beware the slow - moving , shoulder - less children . Cairn , Australia .
Happy - go - lucky pedestrians only ! Cave Creek , Arizona .
If you must slip at least do it with some grace and forethought . Chengadu , China .
Just try not to think about how one gets the required milk to make rat cheese . Cherokee , North Carolina .
Must have been opposite day . Cliffs of Moher , Ireland .
We do n't know where this road leads either . Dead Sea , Israel .
A bike trail with the promise of adventure ! Eagle River , Wisconsin .
This is rarely a good idea , no matter where you are . Ettal , Germany .
What kind of bogus ' entry ' is this , anyway ? Granada , Spain .
Solid advice : Do n't park your car without being inside of it first . Hua Hin , Thailand .
Truth in advertising . London , England .
C'm on , everyone knows ' thank you ' is actually ' ruff , ruff ' in dog . Marmora , Ontario . Canada .
Gas passers will be prosecuted . Victoria City , British Columbia , Canada .
Danger : falling cars ! Akumal , Mexico .
Unless you want to fork over $ 100 , you better put some serious thought into where you ' relieve your self ' around these parts . Antigua , Virgin Islands .
You ca n't say they did n't warn you . Atlas , Illinois .
Do n't learn this the hard way . Austin , Texas . | 1,106 | 218 |
While medicine still has many questions to answer, there is even less scholarship that takes a philosophical or feminist perspective on the meaning of sleep. The book will include chapters on the role mothers are expected to play in managing their children’s sleep, and the philosophical question of what happens to the self while we are asleep, among other themes. Although the book will be scholarly, Heyes hopes that it will attract a popular audience — and be good bedtime reading. | While medicine still has many questions to answer , there is even less scholarship that takes a philosophical or feminist perspective on the meaning of sleep . The book will include chapters on the role mothers are expected to play in managing their children ’s sleep , and the philosophical question of what happens to the self while we are asleep , among other themes . Although the book will be scholarly , Heyes hopes that it will attract a popular audience — and be good bedtime reading . | 89 | 8 |
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This vintage milk glass vase is cheerfully wonderful and makes a great gift for that special friend. It also makes beautiful wedding or dinner party table centrepieces.
Price is for one planter. There are 3 available. | This vintage milk glass vase is cheerfully wonderful and makes a great gift for that special friend . It also makes beautiful wedding or dinner party table centrepieces .
Price is for one planter . There are 3 available . | 41 | 4 |
Services offered by voice over professionals have been quite helpful. Most of the people who may offer their voices for these services may be celebrities or well-known people in the film and production industry. The production and film industry mostly calls these professionals voice over actors. The voice over industry is quite very vast. Various people perform various functions in the voice over industry. Let me give you a rough idea of the voice over industry. Voice over actor is the center of the voice over production. Training is mostly done by the coach. The voice actor gets employment from the voice over talent agency when they are contacted for voice over actors.
A voice over professional may be efficient in the following instances. Radio commercials and shows will have a higher number if listeners if a professional voice over actor is hired. This is because they have a better way of persuasion. For television commercials a voice over actor is suitable to be used as they easily sway the masses. Narration also utilizes voice over professionals. General forms of advertising are better off when a voice over professional is utilized. Voice over services can also be used for copy wrights, voice mails and so much more.
Finding the right person to have to perform voice over services for your company may be difficult at times. This is why we have agencies that can may be useful in helping in the search. Animated films depend heavily on the voice over services mostly from celebrity actors. Consider the following thing to be able to get a great voice over actor. There is a very thin line of difference when it comes to voice over actors and the normal kind of actors.
The reputability of a company is very important when you consider asking for their voice over services. This means they are able to give you the best services ever. Make sure that you get to hear the demos before you get to accept the services. If they have great audio production skills then that may be the company for you. Also do not be concerned a lot on the amount of money you spend. To be able to come up with worthy demos a company might have spent a lot in audio production. Therefore never ever try to go cheap because it is will cost you in the long run. Having respect for the client is just common sense. A budget will make you make sober decisions that will stop you from splurging money unnecessarily. | Services offered by voice over professionals have been quite helpful . Most of the people who may offer their voices for these services may be celebrities or well - known people in the film and production industry . The production and film industry mostly calls these professionals voice over actors . The voice over industry is quite very vast . Various people perform various functions in the voice over industry . Let me give you a rough idea of the voice over industry . Voice over actor is the center of the voice over production . Training is mostly done by the coach . The voice actor gets employment from the voice over talent agency when they are contacted for voice over actors .
A voice over professional may be efficient in the following instances . Radio commercials and shows will have a higher number if listeners if a professional voice over actor is hired . This is because they have a better way of persuasion . For television commercials a voice over actor is suitable to be used as they easily sway the masses . Narration also utilizes voice over professionals . General forms of advertising are better off when a voice over professional is utilized . Voice over services can also be used for copy wrights , voice mails and so much more .
Finding the right person to have to perform voice over services for your company may be difficult at times . This is why we have agencies that can may be useful in helping in the search . Animated films depend heavily on the voice over services mostly from celebrity actors . Consider the following thing to be able to get a great voice over actor . There is a very thin line of difference when it comes to voice over actors and the normal kind of actors .
The reputability of a company is very important when you consider asking for their voice over services . This means they are able to give you the best services ever . Make sure that you get to hear the demos before you get to accept the services . If they have great audio production skills then that may be the company for you . Also do not be concerned a lot on the amount of money you spend . To be able to come up with worthy demos a company might have spent a lot in audio production . Therefore never ever try to go cheap because it is will cost you in the long run . Having respect for the client is just common sense . A budget will make you make sober decisions that will stop you from splurging money unnecessarily . | 461 | 32 |
Versatile and fast-cooking shrimp is the reply to getting a restaurant-quality meal within the desk in minutes. Made for dinner tonight and the family ate every part no leftovers even my 9 yr ate it all. Once you pull it out, you’ll discover a dish that’s full of seafood, cheese, and marinara flavors. This can be a quick 20 minute meal that you will make time and again!
This straightforward dish takes on Spanish flavoring with garlic, paprika, onions, ground turmeric, dry sherry, and chopped parsley. The thin strands of pasta take in this spicy tomato sauce to type a flavorful mound punctuated with shrimp. To ease up the fats content of the soup, use low-fats buttermilk, which will still provide a delicious creaminess whereas curbing the richness.
Coconut-Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe – only 5 elements! Serve this supertangy, creamy remoulade alongside the shrimp for dipping, or toss the shrimp within the sauce and pile onto a break up croissant as they do at the Pontchartrain Hotel’s Bayou Bar in New Orleans. Easy and delicious, it’s each hosts dream dish.
The dipping sauce is almost chutney-like with chunks of complete tomatoes; lemongrass and lime juice add tang. Andrew Zimmern’s grilled shrimp-and-ham hors d’oeuvres are sweet, savory and spicy all at once—making them the proper get together meals. Find fast recipes and easy strategies for cooking shrimp from the Neelys, Bobby, Giada and extra.
Coconut-Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe – solely 5 ingredients! Right here, tortilla chips take in the scrumptious salad juices. Serve this dish with a whole-wheat or multigrain pita and put together to get pleasure from. Season the shrimp with salt and floor pepper and toss to coat. This recipe is loosely based mostly on fattoush, a Middle Eastern salad through which toasted bread is moistened by different elements, like tomatoes and cucumbers.
Serve this supertangy, creamy remoulade alongside the shrimp for dipping, or toss the shrimp within the sauce and pile onto a break up croissant as they do on the Pontchartrain Hotel’s Bayou Bar in New Orleans. Easy and delicious, it’s every hosts dream dish. | Versatile and fast - cooking shrimp is the reply to getting a restaurant - quality meal within the desk in minutes . Made for dinner tonight and the family ate every part no leftovers even my 9 yr ate it all . Once you pull it out , you ’ll discover a dish that ’s full of seafood , cheese , and marinara flavors . This can be a quick 20 minute meal that you will make time and again !
This straightforward dish takes on Spanish flavoring with garlic , paprika , onions , ground turmeric , dry sherry , and chopped parsley . The thin strands of pasta take in this spicy tomato sauce to type a flavorful mound punctuated with shrimp . To ease up the fats content of the soup , use low - fats buttermilk , which will still provide a delicious creaminess whereas curbing the richness .
Coconut - Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe – only 5 elements ! Serve this supertangy , creamy remoulade alongside the shrimp for dipping , or toss the shrimp within the sauce and pile onto a break up croissant as they do at the Pontchartrain Hotel ’s Bayou Bar in New Orleans . Easy and delicious , it ’s each hosts dream dish .
The dipping sauce is almost chutney - like with chunks of complete tomatoes ; lemongrass and lime juice add tang . Andrew Zimmern ’s grilled shrimp - and - ham hors d’oeuvres are sweet , savory and spicy all at once — making them the proper get together meals . Find fast recipes and easy strategies for cooking shrimp from the Neelys , Bobby , Giada and extra .
Coconut - Rum Grilled Shrimp Recipe – solely 5 ingredients ! Right here , tortilla chips take in the scrumptious salad juices . Serve this dish with a whole - wheat or multigrain pita and put together to get pleasure from . Season the shrimp with salt and floor pepper and toss to coat . This recipe is loosely based mostly on fattoush , a Middle Eastern salad through which toasted bread is moistened by different elements , like tomatoes and cucumbers .
Serve this supertangy , creamy remoulade alongside the shrimp for dipping , or toss the shrimp within the sauce and pile onto a break up croissant as they do on the Pontchartrain Hotel ’s Bayou Bar in New Orleans . Easy and delicious , it ’s every hosts dream dish . | 423 | 55 |
Clare, when I told her how I couldn’t believe she would be starting kindergarten in another year and a half. That girl just melts. my. heart.
Yes sir. Scott and I have an actual get-dressed-up-hire-a-sitter-eat-hot-food kind of swanky date on Saturday. And, I actually do have something fun to wear. Win-win baby.
Will, said with an Oscar-winning inflection. Sorry, my man, your name is by it on the chore chart. You’re on floor duty this week.
I look back and still can’t believe how hideous February was. In the last two weeks alone, we’ve cleaned off two bottles of children’s ibuprofen, two bottles of infant tylenol, done 30 (yes THIRTY) load of laundry, washed 10 loads of dishes, vacuumed and scrubbed more tables, floors, pillows and carpets, and lysoled more surfaces than I knew existed. Germs be gone, I say.
March is going to be fab, I just feel it. We have Luke’s BIG doctor’s appointment on Tuesday, the one where we find out just how much weight he lost and gained and if surgery is still on the table. Spring break is coming up – can I get a hallelujah? And, my sweet Will turns 10. Don’t even get me started. I’m already tearing up at how quickly his life is passing before my eyes.
You’ll have to wait on your bball recap and Lenten posts until next week. Sorry Charlie. We have a busy weekend and week ahead. As always, life is snowglobe of crazy around here 🙂 Make it a great weekend! | Clare , when I told her how I could n’t believe she would be starting kindergarten in another year and a half . That girl just melts . my . heart .
Yes sir . Scott and I have an actual get - dressed - up - hire - a - sitter - eat - hot - food kind of swanky date on Saturday . And , I actually do have something fun to wear . Win - win baby .
Will , said with an Oscar - winning inflection . Sorry , my man , your name is by it on the chore chart . You ’re on floor duty this week .
I look back and still ca n’t believe how hideous February was . In the last two weeks alone , we ’ve cleaned off two bottles of children ’s ibuprofen , two bottles of infant tylenol , done 30 ( yes THIRTY ) load of laundry , washed 10 loads of dishes , vacuumed and scrubbed more tables , floors , pillows and carpets , and lysoled more surfaces than I knew existed . Germs be gone , I say .
March is going to be fab , I just feel it . We have Luke ’s BIG doctor ’s appointment on Tuesday , the one where we find out just how much weight he lost and gained and if surgery is still on the table . Spring break is coming up – can I get a hallelujah ? And , my sweet Will turns 10 . Do n’t even get me started . I ’m already tearing up at how quickly his life is passing before my eyes .
You ’ll have to wait on your bball recap and Lenten posts until next week . Sorry Charlie . We have a busy weekend and week ahead . As always , life is snowglobe of crazy around here 🙂 Make it a great weekend ! | 334 | 55 |
start. The oven will set itself and cook the dinner.
oven vendor. The oven itself is obviously on the blink.
large to fit in your oven, you will need to upgrade your equipment.
another variety. Microsoft Chicken is all you really need.
be saved only in Microsoft approved packaging.
not a bug. Your freezer probably should have been defrosted anyway. | start . The oven will set itself and cook the dinner .
oven vendor . The oven itself is obviously on the blink .
large to fit in your oven , you will need to upgrade your equipment .
another variety . Microsoft Chicken is all you really need .
be saved only in Microsoft approved packaging .
not a bug . Your freezer probably should have been defrosted anyway . | 76 | 11 |
Newswise — October 27, 2017 – Plastic surgeons using social media to attract patients should know their audience's preferred social media platforms and the types of posts of greatest interest, according to a survey study in the November issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
"Plastic surgeons can utilize social media best by considering their target audience's perspective," said Heather Furnas, MD, of Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa, Calif. Dr. Furnas is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The survey also suggests that patients rely on the plastic surgery practice's website over social media when seeking important information.
Dr. Furnas and coauthors surveyed 100 patients making visits to their aesthetic plastic surgery practice regarding social media habits and preferences. The patients, average age 44 years, were nearly all women. Most were interested in facial plastic surgery; some were interested in breast, body, or other cosmetic procedures.
Most patients used YouTube and Pinterest, but engagement was low. While only about one-fourth of patients were on Snapchat, most of them used it daily. Twitter was the least popular social media platform.
The plastic surgery practice's website beat out all social media platforms as the go-to source of online information. More than half of patients said they were influenced by the website when selecting a cosmetic surgery practice, compared to just eight percent for Facebook. More than 60 percent of patients checked the practice website on the day of their visit.
Out of 11 social media post categories, most patients chose before-and-after photos of cosmetic surgery procedures. More than one-fourth wanted to see information about the procedures; few selected didactic types of information.
Plastic surgeons can better reach and engage with their target population if they use the social media networks popular with their patients’ demographic. For example, women prefer Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest, but Facebook in particular is most popular among the age group of women most likely to be interested in plastic surgery. While Twitter is widely used by plastic surgeons to share and discuss research, the new survey suggests it's the least popular platform among cosmetic surgery patients.
The fleeting content on social media may be less important than the information provided by the plastic surgeon's practice website.
"These results suggest that the website should be considered the centerpiece of a practice's online content," Dr. Furnas and coauthors write. "Social media should be viewed as an adjunct to attract and engage users, enticing them to explore the practice website."
Wolters Kluwer reported 2016 annual revenues of €4.3 billion. The company, headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands, serves customers in more than 180 countries, maintains operations in more than 40 countries and employs 19,000 people worldwide.
Wolters Kluwer Health is a leading global provider of information and point of care solutions for the health care industry. For more information about our products and the organization, visit http://www.wolterskluwer.com/, follow @WKHealth or @Wolters_Kluwer on Twitter, like on Facebook, follow on LinkedIn, or follow WoltersKluwerComms on YouTube.
For more information about Wolters Kluwer’s solutions and organization, visit www.wolterskluwer.com, follow on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. | Newswise — October 27 , 2017 – Plastic surgeons using social media to attract patients should know their audience 's preferred social media platforms and the types of posts of greatest interest , according to a survey study in the November issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery ® , the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons ( ASPS ) .
" Plastic surgeons can utilize social media best by considering their target audience 's perspective , " said Heather Furnas , MD , of Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa , Calif. Dr. Furnas is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons . The survey also suggests that patients rely on the plastic surgery practice 's website over social media when seeking important information .
Dr. Furnas and coauthors surveyed 100 patients making visits to their aesthetic plastic surgery practice regarding social media habits and preferences . The patients , average age 44 years , were nearly all women . Most were interested in facial plastic surgery ; some were interested in breast , body , or other cosmetic procedures .
Most patients used YouTube and Pinterest , but engagement was low . While only about one - fourth of patients were on Snapchat , most of them used it daily . Twitter was the least popular social media platform .
The plastic surgery practice 's website beat out all social media platforms as the go - to source of online information . More than half of patients said they were influenced by the website when selecting a cosmetic surgery practice , compared to just eight percent for Facebook . More than 60 percent of patients checked the practice website on the day of their visit .
Out of 11 social media post categories , most patients chose before - and - after photos of cosmetic surgery procedures . More than one - fourth wanted to see information about the procedures ; few selected didactic types of information .
Plastic surgeons can better reach and engage with their target population if they use the social media networks popular with their patients ’ demographic . For example , women prefer Facebook , Instagram and Pinterest , but Facebook in particular is most popular among the age group of women most likely to be interested in plastic surgery . While Twitter is widely used by plastic surgeons to share and discuss research , the new survey suggests it 's the least popular platform among cosmetic surgery patients .
The fleeting content on social media may be less important than the information provided by the plastic surgeon 's practice website .
" These results suggest that the website should be considered the centerpiece of a practice 's online content , " Dr. Furnas and coauthors write . " Social media should be viewed as an adjunct to attract and engage users , enticing them to explore the practice website . "
Wolters Kluwer reported 2016 annual revenues of € 4.3 billion . The company , headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn , the Netherlands , serves customers in more than 180 countries , maintains operations in more than 40 countries and employs 19,000 people worldwide .
Wolters Kluwer Health is a leading global provider of information and point of care solutions for the health care industry . For more information about our products and the organization , visit http://www.wolterskluwer.com/ , follow @WKHealth or @Wolters_Kluwer on Twitter , like on Facebook , follow on LinkedIn , or follow WoltersKluwerComms on YouTube .
For more information about Wolters Kluwer ’s solutions and organization , visit www.wolterskluwer.com , follow on Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn , and YouTube . | 630 | 78 |
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