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Replay of the NACO Roundtable on Canadian Angel Activity We have the privilege of bringing international insights from Jacopo Losso, Director Secretariat at the European Business Angels Network (EBAN), and Pat Gouhin, CEO at the U.S. Angel Capital Association. Both Jacopo and Pat lead the equivalent organizations of NACO in their respective jurisdictions (Europe and the U.S.). We also have Colin Mason, Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Glasgow. Colin is the author of NACO's Annual Angel Activity Report and brings unique perspectives on how angel activity varies over time, along with insights on what we can expect in the current environment. And perspectives on how we can help mobilize more angel capital, which is badly needed by the entrepreneurs that are struggling to keep their companies afloat... France, announced a € 4 billion plan, Germany is getting ready to announce € 2 billion to help startups. And there's a mix of solutions here…. covering salaries.. loans at very low rates or even zero rates… and finally, matching equity investments - Jacopo Losso, Director Secretariat at European Business Angels Network There's a lot of talk about predatory behavior by large companies and hedge funds seeking to buy up individual companies under financial pressure –Colin Mason, Professor of Entrepreneurship at University of Glasgow Early indicators at that angel groups are pulling back. They're focusing first on the portfolio companies that they have –Pat Ghouin, CEO at U.S. Angel Capital Association Originally Recorded on April 2, 2020. Click here to join future roundtables.
For sale Flat 5.5 rooms in Pully For sale \| 5.5 room apartment in Pully \| Superb, calm situation This 5.5-room apartment in Pully was completely renovated in 2023. Its south-west orientation gives it maximum sunlight and a superb view of the lake and mountains. The apartment comprises an entrance hall with guest WC and cloakroom, a fully fitted kitchen and a beautiful living-dining area of around 50m2 with fireplace and bookcase, opening onto a terrace of around 35m2. The sleeping area comprises 4 large bedrooms, two of which have en suite shower rooms. The 3rd shower room incorporates a laundry column. Two cellars, a garage-box (CHF 50’000.- in addition) and two outdoor parking spaces (CHF 30’000.- in addition) complete this property. The flat is part of a well-maintained condominium of 7 apartments. Access to the flat is one level above the entrance. Please note that there is no lift. Close to Chantemerle, in La Rosiaz, the residence is located in a quiet, nuisance-free area. The shopping centres of Pully are just a few minutes away by car, and Lausanne city centre can be reached in around ten minutes without traffic. Public schools, from primary school to gymnasium, are within easy reach. The property is ideally located for public transport, with the train station and buses nearby. The centre of Lausanne can be reached in 20 minutes’ walk. Motorway access is less than 10 minutes away (Lausanne-Vennes and Lutry-Belmont). The tax rate for the commune of Pully is 61.5% of the cantonal base rate. You’d like more information on this 5.5 room apartment in Pully? Do ask for the presentation brochure or get in touch with us directly in order to organise a visit of this property.
Since the start of the Ukraine war, there have been numerous diplomatic visits by Russian officials to Africa and Latin America aiming at boosting Russia’s global influence. In 2023 Russian officials visited Angola, Burundi, Eritrea, Eswatini, Kenya, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, South Africa and Sudan. In the same year, Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov toured some areas of Latin America visiting Brazil, Venezuela, Nicaragua and Cuba. The objective was to deepen ties and increase the support for Russia’s war in Ukraine. As the Ukrainian war goes on, some observers have noted that Russia is trying to gather influential support for its position in the war. Its claims to be fighting against the west’s power and neo-colonialism appear to have won some supporters. Ukraine’s attempts to win allies in the same regions by arguing that it is fighting off an empire don’t appear to have resonated so well. Some observers argue that we are witnessing the “return of the global Russia” through economic and political influence, and through its use of digital disinformation techniques to distribute narratives. In the 2010s, the expansion of Russia’s influence in Africa was the result of economic “opportunism”, but during the Ukraine war, it has become more strategic. There is evidence that in some African countries the influence of Russia continues to intensify. South Africa, for instance, seems to be moving away from the west and steering towards China’s and Russia’s orbit. But this could partly be because a challenge to the current liberal order is likely to be beneficial for the global south, giving it more power to negotiate in the international arena and achieve some of its policy targets. This was hinted at the recent Brics conference meeting of senior leaders from Russia, China, Brazil, India and South Africa. The leaders of these expanding economies are therefore hesitant to fully condemn Russia for its actions in Ukraine. At the summit, Brazil’s president Lula da Silva said the Ukraine war “showed the limitations of the UN security council” and pointed to the economic power of the Brics allies as a symbol of its global relevance. The recent decision to integrate six new countries (including Argentina, Iran and UAE) into the bloc will increase that relevance and could enable its members to influence the current world order. The strategic value of nostalgia Two interrelated factors can help us understand Russia’s attractiveness to the global south, and reluctance to fully support Ukraine. First, Russia frames itself as an “anti-colonial” agent, particularly in Africa. Such a strategy is based on “memory diplomacy”, aimed at increasing its influence overseas by taking advantage of shared positive memories. Memory diplomacy, for instance, invokes Russia’s contribution to the victory against fascism during the second world war. In addition, it points out that Russia has never colonised an African country and that it did not participate in the slave trade. On the contrary, the argument goes, Russia, as the centre of the Soviet Union, supported different anti-colonial struggles in the region during the cold war, for example, in Angola and Mozambique. Another factor in understanding Russia’s appeal to the global south is the “legacy” of Moscow’s solidarity with various countries in the past. In 1927, the Communist International, an international organisation supportive of world communism that was led by the Soviet Union, sponsored the League Against Imperialism. The league aimed to eliminate colonial rule in the world. It brought together leading anti-colonial activists from around the world and prominent people such as Albert Einstein and Mahatma Gandhi. Ultimately, the league became an inspiration for many of the leaders of the global south’s decolonisation struggles. In this sense, it has left a long-term legacy in the countries where Moscow’s support had an effect on their anti-colonial struggles. This is evident in the case of South Africa. Its position towards the war in Ukraine is arguably partly defined by a nostalgia relating to Moscow’s support for its struggle against apartheid combined with a distrust for the west’s policies. The criticism levelled at the west in the global south by leaders such as Brazil’s Lula is that it upholds democracy at home while being willing to violate democratic principles elsewhere if the advancement of its interests makes it advantageous. Ukraine has responded to Russia’s diplomatic actions by increasing its embassies in Africa and prioritising the global south as a foreign policy. But this “battle” front may be more difficult than it seems. Russia continues to advance narratives, usually via its expertise in the use of digital channels, that strengthen its geopolitical influence. In addition, for the global south, Russia is perceived as a counterbalance to the west – particularly the US. And importantly, what can Ukraine offer to the global south? Ukraine could gather further support from Brics countries by strengthening existing economic ties and pointing out shared problems caused by Russia. Building the proposed new grain hubs for storing crops, such as wheat and corn, is a good start. This is particularly important because of Russia’s decision to withdraw permission for Ukrainian ships carrying grain to leave Black Sea ports. This is likely to cause food shortages across Africa. The Kenyan government, for instance, denounced Russia’s decision as a “stab in the back” for African countries. Ukraine could also tap into the similarities of its national struggle and those of the global south’s anti-colonial experiences. Rather than focusing its narrative against Russia, it could begin to build shared “memories” with the global south by concentrating on the commonalities of victimhood. What is becoming increasingly clear is that any country that attempts to challenge the image of Russia as an anti-imperialist agent, is in for a long battle. Particularly, if those countries cannot effectively appeal to their own shared positive memories. This article was originally published in The Conversation on 25 August 2023. It can be accessed here: https://theconversation.com/how-russia-is-fighting-for-allies-among-the-brics-countries-using-memory-diplomacy-212130 About the Author Jose Caballero leads the IMD World Competitiveness Center’s research team in the development and implementation of new models of assessing competitiveness. His research explores the intersection of international politics and economics.
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Known as America’s Poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow leads an idyllic life…until the day his world is shattered by tragedy. With a nation divided by Civil War and his family torn apart, Henry puts down his pen, silenced by grief. But it’s the sound of Christmas morning that reignites the poet’s lost voice as he discovers the resounding hope of rekindled faith. Sight & Sound® is a ministry on a mission to create spectacular entertainment experiences for the whole family. Since its beginning as a traveling multimedia show in 1976, Sight & Sound® has inspired over 25 million people with stories of faith. Today, Sight & Sound® owns and operates two live theater locations, immersing audiences in state-of-the-art original productions. Sight & Sound TV® launched in 2020, and this online streaming platform has since welcomed a global virtual audience from over 175 countries around the world. Most recently, Sight & Sound® announced expansion into feature films production, with I Heard the Bells as the first-ever theatrical release set for cinemas nationwide December 2022.
With the eCommerce industry now worth more than $4.9 trillion worldwide, it’s clear to see that it’s one of the most lucrative options for business people who want to profit from the online world. Despite there being numerous behemoth companies that rule the roost, there is still a lot of scope for new enterprises to come in and benefit from the ever-growing sector. There are a few key factors that will contribute to success, and other booming online corporations have set a solid model for start-ups to follow. Building a Solid Reputation is Vital In fiercely competitive online industries, building a solid and trustworthy reputation is key. Some of the most reliable brands of all time have focused their efforts on fostering trust with their clients and have reaped the rewards. For instance, companies like Acer, Weight Watchers, and Facebook all have high trust index scores because they have spent years winning people over. Looking at other bustling markets where brands need to constantly work to get the edge over their rivals, it’s clear that reputation is crucial. The online casino industry is one of the internet’s most prosperous sectors, and sites must do everything they can to stand out. For example, if players see that an online casino has numerous awards and accreditations, they are more likely to choose it because the awards indicate trustworthiness and quality. This is why sites like Mr. Green, which has won more than 15 accolades, displays them proudly on the homepage alongside reviews for players to see. While a new eCommerce business won’t have all these achievements, business owners should look to display positive reviews prominently, as this also goes toward building trust in your brand. Start with a Niche Offering Before Expanding A scary statistic is that the average success rate of an eCommerce store is 10 percent. One of the reasons why so many people fail with these ventures is that they try to do too much, too early. They look at the success of Amazon and Alibaba and think that they also need to offer all these different categories of the product. What they don’t realize is that these firms built up to become so expansive over time. When Amazon began, it was simply an online bookstore. Likewise, Alibaba initially focused on domestic wholesale trade in China. After establishing themselves, they then sought to expand and diversify their offerings. New eCommerce businesses should try to follow a similar trajectory. It’s wise to pick a niche first and get good at that. Then, once you start to scale, you can add other products. Encourage Customer Loyalty Through Incentives Customer loyalty is one of the most important things for any business. One of the most famous stats that business people should know is that it costs between five and 25 times more to attract a new customer than it does to keep an existing one. Therefore, eCommerce stores need to do everything they can to encourage customer loyalty. This is usually done through incentives, such as special offers and discounts. eCommerce is still a great industry to get into, but anyone interested in it should be aware of how competitive it can be. Building a great reputation, sticking to a niche, and working hard to keep customers happy are the key steps to success in the early days.
Keeping koi fish can provide you with a purpose and have pets that can live for many years. Koi fish is also one of the most beautiful and sought-after pet fish globally. Be that as it may, there are many things to consider when deciding on making a koi pond, including the cost of the pond itself. So, is a koi pond worth it? Koi ponds can be considered worth it when weighing the pros and cons against each other. The pros of having a koi pond include adding value to your property and adding to the lifespan of your fish. The cons of a koi pond include the cost of maintenance and fish food for the koi. When determining whether a koi pond is worth it for you personally, there are certain aspects you will need to consider, such as the positive and negative factors of keeping these beautiful fish as pets. It is crucial to research this subject to avoid wasting money or raising unhappy fish. Pro Tip: If you’re tired of wasting money and making costly mistakes on the koi-keeping hobby or are thinking about buying koi fish but don’t know where to start, I strongly suggest you check out this ebook. I recently read this ebook, and it contains SO much useful information, such as: - 3 proven steps to identify koi fish diseases - WARNING: 3 things you should NEVER do when it comes to caring for koi - When to seek professional help when it comes to looking after your koi What Are The Benefits Of Having A Koi Pond? There are many benefits to maintaining and owning a koi pond. The benefits come in two main categories, benefits to the owner and the fish. Splitting up the benefits is the easiest way to have an in-depth look and make these aspects easier to weigh up when making decisions. Benefits To The Owner: There are quite a few benefits to keeping koi fish and having a koi pond. The benefits to the koi pond owner include stress reduction and a positive effect on health and possibly adding value and ambiance to your property. One of the most significant benefits of having a koi pond, especially part of a water feature in your garden, is the benefit of better health. Some people say that keeping a koi pond can help reduce stress and keep you active and driven. Both admiring and working on a koi pond can be fulfilling in their ways and help you stay driven and reduce stress levels. Another benefit to consider is the added value to your property. Since koi ponds are sought-after and can cost you quite a bit of money to make and maintain, they can help you easily sell your property for a better price to the right people. Though the addition of a koi pond or water feature might not be appealing to all people, some would even pay more. Along with the benefits mentioned above of having a koi pond, the owner can also draw benefits simply from the aesthetic appeal. If you build a koi pond with a good-looking water feature like a waterfall or fountain, you can also reap the rewards of aesthetic appeal. Aesthetic appeal can be used to fuel conversation or just improve your quality of life and happiness. Benefits To The Koi Naturally, the koi you keep will also benefit from having a koi pond. Some of these benefits can improve the fish’s quality of life and help you keep your koi happy as well as healthy. One of the most significant and pressing reasons you should keep your koi in a pond instead of a tank is to allow your koi area to grow and swim. If you care for your koi, you will always want them to be the happiest and healthiest fish, and the best way to do that is to allow them space to swim and grow to full size. Keeping your koi fish in tanks can limit the size of your fish and give them less space to swim around, inhibiting their freedom. Koi that are kept in tanks are also more prone to an early death. Another reason to keep your koi in a pond rather than a tank is to allow them to have companions and extend their life expectancy. Allowing your koi to live in a group rather than alone will considerably make them happier and extend their lives. Koi are found naturally in groups, and experts believe that living in groups allows them to grow as old as sixty. There is also another benefit to having a koi pond, though it might not appeal to all owners. The space provided in a pond allows your koi fish to breed when the conditions are optimal. As stated, this might not be appealing to all. However, this benefit to your fish could also benefit your pocket if you want to sell some of your younger koi fish. How Much Does A Koi Pond Cost? Though there are plenty of benefits to having a koi pond for both the koi and the owner, there are costs involved in the building and maintaining a koi pond. The amount of money you are willing to spend on your koi pond can drastically influence whether a koi pond is worth it or not. Building The Pond When building a koi pond, you will have to invest both time and money into it. Ensuring your koi pond is of high quality is essential in limiting required maintenance in the future. Depending on the area of your pond and the materials used in the construction, the price can vary significantly. You should expect to pay anywhere between $3,500 to $5,000 for a koi pond with a size of about four by 6 feet. For a larger pond, you can expect to pay anywhere between $35,000 and $50,000 for a pond sized about 26 by 26 feet. The bigger your koi pond, the more money it will cost to build. That said, you can, of course, create your own pond to cut down on construction costs, but you must use high-quality materials to ensure your fish are safe and minimum maintenance is required. Buying A Filter And Adding Koi To ensure your koi are happy and healthy, you will have to use a filter for your pond to keep the water clean and ideal for your fish. If you are buying a filter for your pond, you should probably buy a system that includes both a pump and a filter. The cost of a filter system for your pond can vary greatly depending on the size of your pond, the size of the pump, and the quality of the product you buy. You could pay between $75 to $400 for a filter and pump system that will keep your fish happy. Once you have your pump and filter sorted, you will naturally be looking to fill your pond with koi. Being a desirable pet, koi fish can vary in cost depending on the type of koi, the koi’s size, and the colors or quality. You should be ready to pay between $10 and $25 per koi on average. Maintenance Cost Of A Koi Pond If you are looking to hire a company to maintain and clean your koi pond, the prices can vary greatly. It is essential to remember that the size of your pond will likely affect the maintenance price, and the amount of work needed may also influence the price. You can pay up to $150 per month for basic maintenance or cleaning. Price Of Koi Food Per Month The quantity of food you need for your koi and the cost of koi food will depend on the amount of koi you need to feed. The best way to budget koi food is to calculate the food price per month. To feed your koi fish, you can pay anywhere between $10 and $390 per month, depending on how much they eat and how many you have. For good quality koi food, you should expect that price. Other Costs To Consider There might also be other costs that you will have to consider depending on where you are staying. One of the things that might cost you some extra and may vary depending on your area is a permit to keep koi. The price for a license can also differ for how many fish you have. Another cost to consider is the price of filling your pond with water. Though the cost of water per gallon is relatively low, filling up a big pond could still cost you a couple of dollars, as the average price of water in the US is around $1,50 per 1000 gallons. Filling your pond will probably not cost you too much if you have a small garden koi pond. An extra cost that can come with a koi pond is the cost of water plants. Having plants in your koi pond is a necessity, but this is especially true if you live in an area with fish-eating predators. Koi tend to hide under floating plants for protection from predators, and if you are looking to keep your koi safe, this is an extra cost that you should always keep in mind. How Big Should A Koi Pond Be? Since the size of your koi pond will determine much of the price for building and maintaining it, knowing how big it should be is something to keep in mind when discussing whether it is worth it or not. The size of pond you need in relation to how many fish you can have might also influence your decision, especially if you only have a limited amount of space to build. There are some general tips and rules for keeping koi that would prove helpful in determining the size of your koi pond. Some of these rules include the rule that you need at least 10 gallons of water per inch of fish in the water. This tip is just a basic guideline and is more useful when you have small koi. It is said that the minimum area you will need to have for a proper koi pond is at least six by 8 feet and has a minimum depth of three feet. This area, when dug out, should be enough space to hold around 1000 gallons of water. If you are looking for a small koi pond with around five medium-sized koi, the space mentioned above should be enough. However, extending this area with at least half of its size is recommended if you want to keep big koi. The amount of space needed allows the koi to grow, stay healthy, and allow your koi enough room to swim freely. Other Things To Consider When you decide to buy koi for your pond, the seller and the fish themselves are the most important things to look at. You do not want to add contaminated koi to your other koi, nor do you want to buy koi that will die soon. Koi fish, like other animals, can become infected or diseased, and it is essential to know this and keep an eye on your koi to make sure they are healthy. Before purchasing koi, it is best to make sure that you are buying from a reputable source, and it is also recommended that you look at the koi to see if they are active and their colors are bright. You should also consider the possible cost of treating sick or infected koi if you want to make a koi pond. It is good to ask experts in your area about different diseases found in koi and possible treatments and their cost. Some infections in koi may be easy to treat, such as Ich which is caused by a parasite. Ich requires the koi to be isolated and increase the water’s salt levels. Other infections might be harder to treat or may take longer, and some illnesses even need your koi to get injections to treat them. Along with knowing and planning for possible infections or diseases, you must also prepare for the possibility of losing koi in your pond. If you cannot provide a suitable habitat or in the case of certain sicknesses, your koi might die and have to be replaced. When looking at all the aspects mentioned above, it should be easy enough to see whether a koi pond is worth it or not. Some people claim that the added happiness and lower stress levels are worth the effort and money spent on the koi. For others, the price tag to make a proper koi pond is too much. Either way, whether a koi pond is worth it or not is up to you.
Do you live in the capital of Scotland with your dog and are looking for a provider of dog grooming services? Continue reading to learn about 7 of the best dog groomers in Edinburgh. Click to Open Table of Contents>>>>> With several different locations around Edinburgh, it’s easy to take your dog to Star Dogs Grooming. Star Dogs understands that grooming can be a financial burden, and is committed to keeping their prices fair so that your dog can get the groom he or she needs without breaking the bank. Full grooming services are available, as well as mini grooms or simple trimming services to maintain your pooch’s coat between full grooms. If you are the proud owner of a new puppy, you can bring your new family member to Star Dogs Grooming for their special puppy grooming services. Getting a puppy used to being groomed is important, and their puppy grooming will ease your new friend into the process. Give Star Dogs Grooming a call today and set up your appointment! Check out these City & Guilds qualified groomers next time you’re looking for a new grooming salon in the Portobello area! These professionals are fully equipped, dedicated to creating a positive environment for your pooch, and trained in animal first aid. Their full range of services include full grooms, nail clipping, de-matting, and teeth cleaning, among many other options. If your feline friend requires grooming, worry not! Joanne’s also offers cat grooming services. Prices are competitive to ensure that you can get the best groom for your four-legged friend at reasonable prices. What else are you waiting for? Give Joanne’s a call today! Established in 1964, you can be certain your dog is getting only the best service at Christine’s Dog Parlour. This long-running grooming establishment is home to highly trained staff who are passionate dog lovers. Prices at Christine’s begin around £20, going upwards from there depending on your dog’s breed and coat. If you have three or more dogs with you, they’ll also offer you a discount, and guide dogs get groomed for free! Before the grooming begins, you will have a consultation with one of the staff at Christine’s to discuss your dog’s needs. These groomers will use only the best quality shampoo and conditioner. Your dog will be treated like royalty at this salon! Christine’s also understands the challenges that come with owning a dog with anxiety or behavioural issues. They will welcome your pooch into their salon regardless of any of these issues and will provide full grooming services without any extra charge. Ready to make an appointment? Give Christine’s Dog Parlour a shout today! Owners of The Scruffy Dog Co., Sarah and Victoria, are fully trained groomers who would love to welcome your pooch into their salon! At this groomer, your dog will receive exactly the service he or she needs. Sarah and Victoria understand that all dogs are different, both in coat and personality. They will make sure that your furry friend is getting the care he or she needs, and has a good time getting it! With experience grooming all kinds of breeds and personality types, you can feel safe leaving your pooch in their skilled hands. When you’re ready, give Sarah and Victoria a shout and set up your appointment! Fully qualified groomer Victoria has over 30 years’ experience in the trade. You’ll feel confident leaving your pooch in her care! Victoria specializes in Kennel Club and creative styles for your pooch, meaning your dog will leave her salon looking like a show dog! You can book your pooch in for any of her services which include a full groom, mini grooms to keep your pup tidy, and any individual service like nail clipping, ear cleaning, or a hygiene clip. 6. Waggly Tails Waggly Tails is a fully equipped salon offering flexible appointment times so it’s easy to book your pup in despite a busy work schedule! With their full grooming service, your dog will be bathed and dried, have their anal glands checked and expressed if necessary, nails clipped, fur trimmed, and ears checked and cleaned. Prices are based on your pup’s size, breed, and coat, with small dogs costing in the £20-£35 range, and going upwards from there. When you’re ready to make your appointment, give Kim a shout either by phone, or using Waggly Tails’ easy contact option on her website! If you’ve been searching for a dog groomer in the south side of Edinburgh, then Collars and Cuts could be the place for you! Established in 2008, owner Jillian Hope is fully trained and qualified to groom your furry friend. Services at Collars and Cuts include bathing, fur trimming, nail clipping, and ear cleaning. Prior to the groom, Jillian will sit down with you to discuss the needs of you and your pooch, ensuring that each dog is treated with special care. Prices are based on breed and coat condition. To give Jillian a shout and book your appointment, visit her contact page and get in touch with her today! Evelyn is a writer and dog lover living with her roommate and their foster dog Bacon. In her spare time you can find her curled up with a book, out for a jog, or listening to true crime podcasts.
March 18, 2019 Syracuse, New York I sat down at the computer to slog through the emails that had been piling up, but was distracted by the chilblain on my middle finger. It was one of many chilblains that had appeared in recent months. My rheumatologist was concerned; they were supposed to be controlled by the antimalarial I take for autoimmune issues. But I’d refused to start another drug, an off-label blood pressure med that maybe would help. My doctor clearly thought I was being silly. I was going back today. I actually arrived to my appointment five minutes early despite having to brush snow off my car before leaving. The wind still felt bitter, but the sky was bright and blue. After arriving, I checked in with one of the less gruff receptionists. Her glitter nail polish was half-chipped off. After confirming my address, providing my insurance card, and paying my copay, I sat down in the main waiting room. When I first sat down, there was a show about sword-fighting in Toledo, Spain on TV and, judging from the closed captions, it had something to do with the Knights Templar. Before long, it switched to health programming – how to get your kids to exercise, how to tell the difference between glaucoma and cataracts. For whatever reason, the volume for this programming, unlike the sword show, was switched on. The nurse called me back and we went through the normal openers – getting weighed, checking blood pressure, confirming the drugs I take and that I still don’t smoke. My nurse is always friendly and chatty. She has an 8-year-old, too, and we commiserated about the indignity of having to use a pill organizer, something that definitely ought not to be for moms with 8-year-olds. When she left the room, I stared at the digital picture frame that rotates through a series of PSAs about diseases treated by rheumatologists. These digital posters always fill me with dread, and maybe because of that, I fixate on them. For the first time in years, the one I hated the most was out of rotation – it was about sjogren’s syndrome and featured a cartoonish image of a head fully hinged open at the mouth, which someone apparently thought depicted the terrible dry mouth the condition can create. Instead, slide after slide reminded me about the benefits of exercise for basically all conditions – fibromyalgia, lupus, arthritis, something called ankylosing spondylitis. There were two slides each with five facts about gout. Many slides, including one of the gout ones, featured a red bull’s eye where those with the condition are likely to feel pain. In another slide, I was reminded that 90 percent of lupus patients are women. I had not forgotten. I looked resentfully at the clip-arty woman’s face with the badly colored in “characteristic butterfly rash.” The other slide about lupus suggested ways to prevent a flare, but oddly showed a man with a boy on his shoulders standing in a sunny field. I wondered why they chose a man given the previously noted statistics, and also why he was in a sunny field with no shade in sight given that sun exposure seems like the only documented factor science says is associated with flares. My appointment was pleasant. I didn’t get chastised for refusing the medicine that might help prevent the chilblains. I was relieved. After that part of the appointment, I checked out at the front desk, and headed to “the blue chairs,” which is how they refer to the phlebotomy waiting area. When I sat down, there were six older women ahead of me. One asked me about my shearling-lined boots, which I bought after refusing the new meds the last time. The nurse practitioner had said that since I wasn’t going to take the meds I at least needed to invest in better shoes. Who can argue with a prescription for expensive shoes? Anyway, we chatted about feet and the importance of good shoes as we waited. The other women all listened and nodded. A new woman arrived to the area, sparking a conversation about the chairs themselves. At several different points during my wait, people checked in to determine or confirm the order in which people arrived to the blue chairs, making sure no one will get skipped over when the phlebotomist barks, “Next!” When it was my turn, I was excited to see what “National Days” were marked on the whiteboard for today. It’s the thing I most look forward to about going to phlebotomy. It turned out today was Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Day, Awkward Moment Day, and Sloppy Joe Day. I was amused. I said to the man preparing to draw my blood, “Isn’t it great that it’s National Awkward Moment Day?!” He gave a half-hearted, awkward chuckle and said nothing else to me. Just to make the experience more awkward, he screwed up the first attempt at drawing my blood and had to throw away the needle and start again. As he was jiggling the first needle and mashing on my vein, the shoe woman from the blue chairs was leaving. She told me to enjoy the sunshine. I was trying really hard not to pass out, but I think I managed a smile. After my rheumatology appointments, I always go to the carwash. In the carwash line, some old guy in a Buick SUV failed to respect the proper order of the line, cutting in front of the car who should have gone next. It’s not particularly unusual carwash behavior, but after the carefully observed phlebotomy line etiquette, his fronting filled me with rage. It was short-lived, though. Something about the tunnel of colored lights with the falling bubbles that envelop the car creates the feeling of a psychedelic cleansing ritual – as though I am being cleansed along with the car. I decided to go ahead and have the interior done while I was there. As I was moving some stuff into the trunk, I realized that there were a million of those clown-style balloons back there from some kid party that had not happened recently. I wondered what the car behind me thought of the great balloon purge. No one made small talk in the carwash waiting room. We all just looked at our phones. I went home after the carwash and heated up some lunch. I worked until my husband and daughter came home. Then I began the Monday night mad rush of getting dinner on the table so we would have enough time to eat and get my daughter to her music lesson on time. When we sat down to dinner, I told them about all the National Days we could be observing today. My daughter said matter-of-factly that she already knew it was National Sloppy Joe Day. Incredulous, I asked her how she could have possibly known that it was National Sloppy Joe Day. She said that it was because sloppy joes were her best friend’s favorite.
Today I am calling all families. Mom, dad, sister, brother, baby, the dog! Whoever is in your family this one is for you. I love my family but we all live very different lives on a daily basis. My husband works full time, Ivy and Aria are in school then they have their curricular activities. Then there’s me I have weekly forever changing to do list and caring for Riley who needs me 24-7. Like most families everyone is kinda doing their own thing. But also like most families our family time is important to us. So when we can come together and simply refresh it’s the best time. Today I’m sharing our 3 favorite tips for a family refresh. What is a refresh? Well a refresh is basically like a reset. It’s time spent to relax. Time spent to clear your mind. It’s the time you can wind down and push all your worries to the side. So my family and I did just that. We packed one suitcase with everyone belongings. Hopped in the car and took a trip to our favorite local hotel Element Sacramento Airport. If you haven’t heard about this hotel it’s amazing and you can read about our last trip here. We have visited here many times now and we absolutely love it. The staff is so amazing they’re like family. The hotel is always super clean and quiet. Plus they have A beautiful patio area with the pool plus bonus. It’s located in a cool shopping center with a bunch of great shops and eats. Element Sacramento Airport hosted our stay and they even made us a sweet little gift basket. Not only was the trip special because it was a refresh but It was Riley’s first staycation. We had such a great time and we can’t wait to visit again. But for now let’s jump into our three tips 3 tips for for a family refresh. Tip 1. Staycation all I ever wanted: If you haven’t guessed it by now and staycation is a super fun way to refresh with your family. You don’t have to spend the ton of money, you’re getting out of the house, and you’re all together on a little trip. It’s different than the ordinary day by day schedule and you’re not far from home. My family and I love to staycation especially at Element Sacramento Airport. Tip 2: Unplug, unplug & unplug: in our every day routine there are so many electronics. From the TV to the laptops the iPads and the iPhones were always on some kinda screen time. When doing a refresh with your family it’s important to be present and unplug. Unplug all the electronics and just enjoy your family. I took a few photos durning our staycation. But once I was done I unplugged everything even the camera. Tip 3. Try something new: It’s always fun to try something new but it’s special when you do with your family. You guys could try out a new restaurant or try out a new store. You could try out a new museum, park or whatever your hearts desire. Trying something new together is a great way relax as a family and have fun. How will your family refresh? There’s a million ways to refresh rather you leave the house for a staycation like we did. Or stay home and build a fort in the living room. It could even be something as lavish as going on a fancy family cruise. Or something as simple as going on a family walk. As long as you’re taking the time to focus and spend with you family that’s all you need to refresh. Happy refreshing friends!
How to make the most of your cybersecurity investments. Cybersecurity budgets are growing. Worldwide spending on Cybersecurity is expected to top $124 Billion in 2019, and cybersecurity budgets have grown 141% between 2010 and 2018. But that doesn’t mean there is an agreement within organizations on how much budget is needed, or how best to spend that budget. About 60% of C-Level executives felt their organizations were well protected from attacks, but ask IT pros and only 29% felt the same. Too often cybersecurity was looked at as a check-box item, but that didn’t mean the security program was well followed or that cybersecurity needs were addressed when planning for IT needs. Some factors to consider when deciding how much you should be investing in cybersecurity: - How threats are evolving. Hackers are getting more sophisticated, phishing attacks are more difficult to spot, and new attacks are constantly being launched. - The footprint you need to protect is evolving. Are people now working remotely? Using web-based tools for their jobs? Using personal devices for business? Each involves a new type of threat and its own strategy for protection. - Privacy laws are evolving. Europe has implemented GDPR which includes hefty fines for failures to protect customer data. And several high-profile data breaches, such as Equifax and other high-profile companies, is increasing the scrutiny from the government on how companies secure sensitive information. - Most data breaches are process failures, such as people not protecting a password. Security needs to be top of mind for everyone within an organization. The budget for Cybersecurity needs to evolve from a line-item to something that is infused as an integral part of your IT strategy. According to Gartner, protection is evolving and should include: - Security Risks to User Devices. People are using personal devices with company data, which needs to be protected - Cloud Security: Unsecured, cloud computing can be an easy entry point for a cyberattack. - Data Loss Prevention: Privacy regulation will increase, and the need to keep updated privacy policies is key. - Integrating Cybersecurity into the corporate structure: Customers and key stakeholders expect that you will protect their information. A failure to do so could be catastrophic to your reputation and bottom line. - Education: Employees must be aware of threats and what your organization’s security policies are. Constantly assess your cybersecurity needs, and then assign the appropriate budget to stay ahead of the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Port53 can review your current policies and help you build a roadmap to keep your organization protected today and in the future.
Hi, I have been using portableapps for a while now, and finally decided to register. I am currently compiling a toolkit of pentesting apps - john the ripper, thchydra, a packet sniffer, aircrack are a few that are already portable. Now I need a port scanner - nmap is the obvious option as I am familiar with it and it is probably the best around. I am using version 3 with gui. I think that the problem with making nmap portable is winpcap. I'm not an expert, but youd probably have to include all winpcap files (mostly found in c://windows/system32) and include them in the nmap folder. Then you would have to tell nmap to search for winpcap in its own folder, instead of system32. Nmap includes no .ini file. It is open source nessus is a free but closed source vuln scanner. it can be downloaded at the above address, but there is quite a complicated activation process. Therefore this couldnt be an official portableapp. It would still be a useful addition for registered users. metasploit is a framework for writing exploit code and executing it. It is written in ruby, and bundled with the ruby interpreter. Most importantly, it is open source, and as far as I know it has no dependencies. This would probably be the easiest to make portable. Unfortunately, I lack the knowledge to make these apps portable. I would be most grateful if someone could have a go, and would be willing to help them wherever I could.
Chess is a game that demands strategic thinking, tactical prowess, and creativity. One of the most fascinating and effective defensive concepts in the game is the fortress. A fortress is a position that a player sets up to neutralize their opponent’s threats and prevent them from converting their advantage into a win. In this article, we will discuss the key characteristics of fortresses in chess and explore their crucial role in shaping the game. Characteristics of a Fortress in Chess A fortress is a defensive setup that is particularly useful when a player is at a material or positional disadvantage. It aims to create an impenetrable barrier, making it difficult for the opponent to break through and win the game. Here are the common characteristics of fortresses in chess: Useful pawn breakthroughs are not possible One of the primary objectives of a fortress is to prevent the opponent’s pawns from advancing and creating a passed pawn. This is achieved by organizing the defender’s pieces and pawns in such a way that any pawn advance by the opponent can be easily blocked or captured. If the stronger side has pawns, they are firmly blocked A successful fortress effectively blocks the opponent’s pawn structure, ensuring that the stronger side cannot make any progress. By doing so, the defender neutralizes the opponent’s material advantage and limits their winning chances. The stronger side’s king cannot penetrate because it is either cut off or near the edge of the board The king is a vital piece in the endgame, often playing a crucial role in supporting pawn advances or capturing the opponent’s pieces. A well-constructed fortress ensures that the stronger side’s king is restricted in its movement, making it difficult for it to infiltrate the defender’s position and contribute to the attack. Zugzwang positions cannot be forced because the defender has waiting moves available Zugzwang is a situation in chess where a player is forced to make a move that weakens their position, often leading to a loss. A fortress is designed to provide the defender with ample waiting moves, avoiding zugzwang situations and maintaining the integrity of the defensive structure. The Role of Fortresses in Chess A fortress can be a game-changing defensive strategy, especially when a player is facing a material or positional disadvantage. By establishing a solid defensive position, the weaker side can effectively neutralize the opponent’s threats and force a draw, even when their position appears to be lost. Fortresses require precise planning, accurate calculation, and a deep understanding of the game’s principles. The ability to construct a fortress demonstrates a player’s defensive skills and their ability to adapt to challenging situations. A well-executed fortress can lead to surprising outcomes, highlighting the beauty and depth of chess as a strategic battle. Examples of Fortresses in Chess Below are examples of a fortress. The black rook has no way of getting at the white king because of the protection on all four sides. As white coordinates its pieces, this fortress can carry forward. Eventually white will queen a pawn and black will be forced to give up the rook, and white will queen another pawn for checkmate. In chess, the fortress is a powerful defensive concept that can turn the tide of a game when employed skillfully. By understanding the characteristics of a fortress and mastering the art of constructing one, players can enhance their defensive repertoire and increase their chances of success, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds. As with any chess strategy, practice and experience are essential in developing the ability to recognize and establish fortresses in your games.
The Lord enjoyed in the company of Lord Baladeva and the other cowherd boys and sometimes sat with them on the same stone slab. While sitting they ate simple food like rice, dal, vegetables, bread, and curd, which they had brought from their homes and which they shared in friendly exchanges. In Bhagavad-gita the Lord has expressed His willingness to accept fruit, flowers, leaves, and water from His devotee when they have been offered to Him in devotional affection. The Lord can eat anything and everything, because everything is but a transformation of His own energy. But when there is a question of offering Him something, the offerings must be within the range of the eatables the Lord has ordered. We cannot offer the Lord that which He has not ordered. The Personality of Godhead, Sri Krsna, cannot be offered anything beyond the range of good foodstuffs like rice, dal, wheat, vegetables, milk and milk preparations, and sugar. At Jagannatha Puri the Lord is offered such foodstuffs, and in all scriptures the very same foodstuffs are mentioned everywhere. The Lord is never hungry, nor does He require any food to fill His empty stomach. He is complete in Himself. Yet He always mercifully eats the foods offered by His devotees in sincere affection. The cowherd boys brought simple foodstuffs from home, and the Lord, who is constantly served by hundreds and thousands of goddesses of fortune, is always glad to accept such simple foodstuffs from His devotee friends. All the relatives of the Lord are His devotees only, and they are situated in different transcendental mellows as friends, parents, and lovers. The Lord derives transcendental pleasure by accepting services from His various grades of devotees, who are situated in various grades of rasas. These transcendental rasas are pervertedly reflected in the material atmosphere, and thus the spiritual living being, out of ignorance only, vainly seeks the same bliss in matter. Link to this page: https://prabhupadabooks.com/lob/26
kriyayam nirvartyamanayam antarale ’py utthayotthaya yadainam abhicaksita tarhi vava sa varsa-patih prakrti-sthena manasa tasma asisa asaste svasti stad vatsa te sarvata iti. kriyayam—the activities of worshiping the Lord or performing ritualistic ceremonies; nirvartyamanayam—even without finishing; antarale—at intervals in the middle; api—although; utthaya utthaya—repeatedly getting up; yada—when; enam—the deer calf; abhicaksita—would see; tarhi vava—at that time; sah—he; varsa-patih—Maharaja Bharata; prakrti-sthena—happy; manasa—within his mind; tasmai—unto it; asisah asaste—bestows benedictions; svasti—all auspiciousness; stat—let there be; vatsa—O my dear calf; te—unto you; sarvatah—in all respects; iti—thus. When Maharaja Bharata was actually worshiping the Lord or was engaged in some ritualistic ceremony, although his activities were unfinished, he would still, at intervals, get up and see where the deer was. In this way he would look for it, and when he could see that the deer was comfortably situated, his mind and heart would be very satisfied, and he would bestow his blessings upon the deer, saying, “My dear calf, may you be happy in all respects.” Because his attraction for the deer was so intense, Bharata Maharaja could not concentrate upon worshiping the Lord or performing his ritualistic ceremonies. Even though he was engaged in worshiping the Deity, his mind was restless due to his inordinate affection. While trying to meditate, he would simply think of the deer, wondering where it had gone. In other words, if one’s mind is distracted from worship, a mere show of worship will not be of any benefit. The fact that Bharata Maharaja had to get up at intervals to look for the deer was simply a sign that he had fallen down from the spiritual platform. Link to this page: https://prabhupadabooks.com/sb/5/8/14
"*" indicates required fields Peter leverages 27 years of specialization in practice transitions as an attorney, practice broker, practice valuation specialist, and consultant. He has personally participated in over 2,100 practice transitions and is a published author on this subject matter. Before Practice Exchange, Peter was associated with Visionary Practice Group and was president of the Almonte Fallago Group. Peter holds a Doctor of Laws degree from Cornell University, and is a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross. You can reach Peter by calling 800.786.1389 or by email at [email protected] Norm brings almost 20 years of experience in developing strategic solutions for clients which he leverages as an accomplished broker-consultant and mediator during practice transitions. Norm is one of the original founders of Software Quality Associates, a leading software quality assurance consulting firm. He also founded the Metta Students Foundation which gives scholarships to high school students who perform random acts of love and kindness. Norm graduated from Rhode Island College with a BS in Political Science. You can reach Norm by calling 800.786.1389 or by email at [email protected] Peter Almonte Jr. brings over 30 years of experience to his role at Practice Exchange. As Managing Director of Trusthill Real Estate Brokerage Peter and his affiliates handle all aspects of the real estate transaction nationally. Serving residential and commercial real estate clients for over three decades, Peter’s successful career in real estate began in 1988 when he joined the East Greenwich (RI) branch of Coldwell Banker. After several years with the firm, he then joined REMAX Metro Warwick (RI) in 1990. While at REMAX, he advanced quickly to become one of the top-producing brokers which earned him induction into the REMAX Hall of Fame. Mr. Almonte is a graduate of Providence College. You can reach Peter by calling 401.391.1444 or by email at [email protected]. Dr. Charles Samaras, former practice owner, is a Dental Practice Transition Consultant based in the Southeast. Dr. Samaras is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and has practiced Dentistry for 36 years. For 9 years he served on the faculty at Tufts Dental as The Director of Practice Management and Associate Clinical Professor. He is a fellow of the American College of Dentists and The International College of Dentists. Dr. Samaras has authored over 50 articles appearing in several dental publications such as Inside Dentistry, Dental Economics, Dental Money Digest and Dental Product Shopper. Dr. Samaras has lectured nationally and internationally on Dental Technology, Digital Dentistry, Practice Management and Creating the Raving Fan Practice. His mission statement is to “Practice Smarter Not Harder to Provide Clinical Excellence and Excellence of Service.” You can reach Charles by calling 800.786.1389 or by email at [email protected] Ryan brings a fresh perspective to the Practice Exchange team. With 7 years of experience in sales and consultant industries, he specializes in working alongside clients in order to understand their needs. This is the foundation of our business as each practice transition is truly unique. Ryan focuses on transition coordination and brokerage services. Ryan is also a licensed real estate agent and will help facilitate real estate negotiations. Ryan received his MBA from Quinnipiac University. As a founding member of Practice Exchange, Luke brings over seven years of experience in consulting on practice transitions. His experience has allowed him to build expertise in the dental and optometric field related to practice valuations, practice transitions, practice acquisitions, financing, and practice real estate negotiations. In particular, Luke works closely with our clients who are purchasing a practice and serves as a consultant for any matters related to the acquisition. Luke graduated from Rhode Island College with a BS in Marketing.
Congratulations to Haley Mayer and Mary Santoli, on receiving the 2020-2021 “Premier Business Women of Long Island” award. We’re honored and proud that you’re a part of the Prager Metis family. The award was presented at the Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards Gala, on July 14th. The event celebrated high-level female business leaders making an impact on Long Island. View more.
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The BBC newsreader Huw Edwards says Britain's organs are cultural glories and that vandalism and abandonment in discarded chapels means society is losing connections with its ancestors. As the Vice-President of the National Churches Trust, Mr Edwards said in the charity's annual review: "The installation of high-quality organs in villages, towns and cities throughout Britain is truly one of Britain's cultural glories. For some years, this rich heritage has been casually thrown away as places of worship close and the contents are stripped for cash. That process has now gathered momentum as the rate of closure of chapels and churches has soared." Edwards, who plays the organ himself, has urged people to support the maintenance of old buildings so that society does not lose its connection with the past. "The truth is this. Just as some church or chapel buildings are notable for historic or cultural or architectural reasons, so, equally, are parts of the fabric of those very buildings. And just as many of our religious buildings were built with the pennies of the poor, so, equally, were some of the handsome instruments installed to enhance the music and the quality of the congregational singing in particular." "This is a vitally important part of our cultural story. These church and chapel organs are a direct link with previous generations - our ancestors - whose cultural values and priorities are reflected in the buildings they funded." The broadcaster also speaks about his own regret that he did not focus on playing the organ more, saying: "I learned to play the organ from the age of 16. My piano teacher, Idris Griffiths, was an excellent organist who refused to introduce me to the organ until I had passed my Grade 6 piano. My greatest mistake was not switching entirely to the organ at that point. I kept my focus on the piano and squeezed in some organ lessons when I could. I regret that decision to this day, but I have still enjoyed playing the organ over the years." Huw Edwards, credit National Churches Trust The National Churches Trust, which Edwards support, awards grants to church buildings and helps keep them open. It gave 259 grants to churches and chapels totalling £1,718,419 in 2020. 26 churches were removed from Historic England's 'Heritage at Risk' register through the grants and 40 per cent of grant money supported places of worship in the most deprived areas of the UK. Through a report into the economic and social value that church buildings generate, the Trust has proved that their value to society is is at least £12.4 billion per year, which averages around £300,000 per church - roughly equal to the total NHS spending on mental health in England in 2018. 'The House of Good' report predicts that £10 invested in a church building creates a social return of at least £37.40. Luke March, chairman of the National Churches Trust, said: "Our work keeps churches in good repair so that the magnificent ecclesiastical heritage we see from Cornwall to Northumberland can be safe for future generations. " "We also want to make sure that church buildings can continue to be 'Houses of Good' and we continue to provide funding to install loos and kitchens so that places of worship can better respond to social need." For the full article by Huw Edwards, click here.
Premier started as a London-based radio station and now, almsot 25 years later, is a flourishing multi-media organisation across radio, magazines and interactive websites with on-demand video and audio. Premier exists to enable people to put their Faith at the heart of daily life and bring Christ to their communities. We support people on their faith journey and help them put their faith into action by providing spiritual nourishment and resources. With an audience of more than one million people every week across the different media platforms, Premier represents a strong Christian voice in the UK, and part of what we do is to campaign on issues of concern to all Christians. Premier is a supporter enabled charity wholly owned by Premier Christian Media Trust. 64% of our funding comes from gifts, donations and legacies. We rely on Christians across the UK to stand with us in this God-given mission and every pound received by this ministry is used to expand our reach through all our outputs.
These conference room wall graphics are part of our ongoing Office Design Package for TigerConnect. Alongside each portrait we installed in the Santa Monica office’s conference rooms, we installed a famous quote from that person. Give Meetings Some Pizzaz, Put Conference Room Wall Graphics Every pioneer and their great achievements come in part of the contributions of those before them. Each is “standing on the shoulders of giants,” as the saying goes. TigerConnect pays tribute to them by with the frosted vinyl graphics in their conference room doors, as well as the inspiring wall graphics portraits. These, in turn, come together with the quotes being displayed. By paying tribute to these pioneers of medicine and healthcare, TigerConnect shows that their brand is aware and appreciative of their field’s history. And by showing this, their brand and its commitment to its values and mission is strengthened. Employees and clients alike will see that they care. Moreover, their conference rooms look great with these decorations. And that’s a definite plus because meetings in bare featureless rooms would be pretty boring. With these, they spice up the environment, make it more stimulating, add pizzaz. The office is enhanced and the brand gets extra personality. Want to decorate your office with graphics for windows, doors and walls? Contact Premium Sign Solutions. Southern California Sign Company based in Tarzana. About the Client TigerConnect provides advanced operations platforms that create radical improvements in healthcare delivery.
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Payback: Debt and the Shadow Side of Wealth Jennifer Baichwal’s new documentary, Payback: Debt and the Shadow Side of Wealth, is all about debt, but it won’t help you consolidate credit card payments or pay off student loans. The film is an adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s book-length essay of the same name, which is itself an adaption of a series of lectures. Atwood focused on rethinking the concept of debt, meandering through classic stories from the Orestes to Michael Corleone, accumulating trivia along the way. Ancient Aramaic uses the same word for both debt and sin; when Genghis Khan ransacked cities, he spared the scribes so they could track of the empire’s debits and credits; an old Welsh custom allowed the poor to “eat the sin” of the recently deceased, taking on spiritual liabilities in exchange for food or cash. Stockpiling these anecdotes is not unpleasant, but it is slow going. Baichwal’s film is more entertaining. Atwood makes several appearances reading from her work, but instead of floating freely, the writer’s ideas are anchored to actual people, and used to frame four stories of debt and payback. None of them are purely financial. First come two Albanian families locked in a blood feud. One man moved a fence, the other hit a pregnant woman who defended the new fence, the first man shot the second man as revenge. The man survived, but the shooter’s punishment is that he and his family can never leave their home—if they do, the other family can kill them. Imprisoned in their home for seven years, the debtor family has nothing to do but hang around their house bony and hopeless while their father plays a guitar and wails songs about forgiveness. The “creditor” has a leather jacket and constant sneer. His vindictive delight makes the punishment seem too harsh, even when he shows his gunshot scars. Whenever he appears you have to suppress the urge to shout at the screen, “Get over it already!” The setting is just foreign enough that it would be easy to feel smug, but the film quickly reminds us that our penal system is uncomfortably similar. Another storyline follows Paul, a man trapped in a cycle of drug abuse, stealing, and prison. He’s burly and tattooed and repentant, crying as he reads a statement from a woman whose house he broke into about how she doesn’t feel safe. He’s knows he’s not innocent, “but this,” he says, referring to his prison life, in which he seems to do nothing but work out and reproach himself “is not paying back.” It’s hard to make a movie that works like an essay. Essays gather evidence and reflection in the hope of creating a new understanding of a thorny issue. That’s a solitary process, and a pretty boring one to watch. We have reality shows that follow all kinds of pursuits, not just singing and crab fishing, but ad pitching and real estate sales. We will never have America’s Next Top Essay, though, because who wants to sit on the couch and watch someone else think through a complicated idea? Baichwal makes it work. Like any good essay, this documentary asks hard questions, teaches the audience a little history, brings in some experts, and tells a few good yarns. The best debt stories in Payback are those of the Deepwater Horizon oil catastrophe and the Imokalee tomato pickers. The workers pick fast, running down rows of plants and throwing full buckets of tomatoes up into trucks that drive alongside them. It looks hard—even harder than you think tomato picking would be. It’s hot. Some people faint. Nobody makes a living wage. Then flash to the 1998 congressional hearing where Eric Schlosser argues against the Florida Tomato Growers Exchange’s assertion that it would be “un-American” for fast food vendors to pay an extra penny per pound of tomatoes to compensate the pickers more fairly. Some debts are heavy, but hard to see. “[Tomatoes] appear cheap in supermarkets,” says author and activist Raj Patel “so we don’t see that we owe a debt to these workers.” Other debts are breathtakingly visible. Footage of dark, iridescent oil skimming the Gulf of Mexico; coastal birds blinking through coats of brown sludge and toxic petro-nuggets washing up on shore are all reminders of the magnitude of the BP disaster. Experts estimate the value of the ecosystem services provided by a healthy Gulf at between $34 billion and $670 billion; at $20 billion, BP’s environmental mitigation fund is a bargain. Maybe no amount of money can set it right. As a flinty fisherman mourns the loss of a generations-old family business, you think that hey, maybe those Albanians were onto something. Maybe BP’s executives need to be locked up in their own grimy little house for a couple of decades, with nothing to do but sing wistful songs about reconciliation until they learn their lesson. Ultimately, Payback isn’t an argument in favor of being more forgiving or demanding of the debts we’re owed. Atwood and Baichwal’s point is that debt—and its close relatives fairness and revenge—govern far more than money. We need to keep better track of the debits and credits that will never show up in an account statement. “Debt is part of this elaborate imaginative construct that is human society,” Atwood says, standing sage-like in flowing sweaters before a rapt audience, “how we think about it changes how it works.” Payback is in limited release this spring. Click here for more movie and TV features from Mother Jones.
Last week, reporter Christopher Rufo released footage of top Disney employees vowing to inject their radical LGBTQ agenda into children’s programming. Disney producer Latoya Raveneau told an all-hands meeting that her team works to push a “not-at-all-secret gay agenda” in programming aimed at kids and sought to add “queerness” to such content. Disney corporate president Karey Burke announced that she was the mother of “one transgender child and one pansexual child” and that she would try to achieve a quota system whereby half of all Disney characters would be LGBTQ or people of color. Disney diversity and inclusion manager Vivian Ware stated that Disney’s beloved theme parks would be eliminating any mention of “ladies and gentlemen” or “boys and girls.” This prompted a well-deserved firestorm for the Mouse House. Disney has long been Left-wing on social issues — but in the aftermath of ginned-up controversy surrounding Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill, which protects small children from indoctrination on sexual orientation and gender identity, an angry coterie of employees pushed management to signal fealty even harder. So Disney’s brass did, announcing that they opposed the Florida bill and then turning over the company to its most radical contingent. And people reacted. #BoycottDisney began to trend on social media. We at the Daily Wire committed to spending $100 million to develop children’s content that would be safe for kids — content dedicated to traditional values, where parents wouldn’t have to worry about prescreening content for messages about nonbinary 5-year-olds. The Left, caught with its hand in the kiddie jar, immediately swiveled and accused the Right of initiating this culture war. Michelle Goldberg of The New York Times lamented that she felt terrible for Raveneau, who, after all, was just “step(ping) up to defend the company’s queer friendliness, only to become a national object of right-wing fury and disgust,” and whose injection of LGBTQ propaganda into children’s content was “sweetly anodyne.” CNN hosted Washington Post transgender columnist Charlotte Clymer, adding the chyron “LGBT COMMUNITY LATEST TO BE CAUGHT IN CULTURE WAR.” The takeaway, according to the social Left, is that anyone who defends traditionalism in child-rearing — or anyone who simply doesn’t want children turned into targets of sexual propagandizing — is the true cultural aggressor. This is a transparent lie. And it’s a lie that won’t redound to the benefit of those who seek radical change. If they wish to pose the rubric of gay rights against parental rights, gay rights are likely to suffer. If they wish to suggest that LGBTQ freedom extends to teachers initiating children into sexual conversations without parental permission, parents are unlikely to go along for the ride. For decades, the social Left has made inroads by arguing that they simply want to be left alone. The Right, by contrast, has argued that the Left’s agenda is far broader, that the Left demands cultural celebration of its sexual mores and that it will stop at nothing to remake society in order to achieve its narcissistic goals. Disney’s latest foray into the culture wars proves that the Right was correct, that the Left’s stated agenda was a lie and that its “not-at-all-secret” agenda targeted the most vulnerable Americans. Disney shows no signs of backing away from the extremism its all-hands meeting unmasked before the world. And other corporations are following Disney’s lead, pushing wild Left advocacy instead of catering to the broadest possible market. For too long, Americans have planted their heads firmly in the sand, hoping that the forces of the free market would militate against the cultural hijacking of corporate institutions. Instead, corporations built by entrepreneurs have been hijacked by woke employees and a feckless managerial class. The blowback will be real, and it should be real. And if that means parents swearing off Mickey Mouse, increasingly they will. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS
Giuseppe Carnevali, the chart plotter inventor, passed away At the age of 74, Giuseppe Carnevali passed away. The Italian engineer changed the way we all, sailors and yachtsmen, approach navigation. About forty years ago, in Viareggio, together with Fosco Bianchetti - co-founder of Navionics, then a proud competitor with its C-Map - Carnevali invented the plotter for civilian nautical and marine use, giving us the possibility of using electronic charts and exploiting the precision of the GPS system to know from a monitor, moment by moment, where we are at sea. With the appearance of the chart plotters, the traditional maps on paper, brackets, compasses, sextants, and the Loran-C radio navigation system have become objects of history in an instant. Visionary, technician, manager with marketing skills and a great cultural approach, sailor, skier, airplane and helicopter pilot, philosopher, politician ... We have known Beppe in the many facets of his personality, all as brilliant as his eyes always lit, illuminated by intelligence as rare as his humanity. With his wife Jaqueline, he founded in 2004 the Carnevali Foundation, building schools in India, Nepal and Ethiopia, he has done and will do good, leaving a further sign of his passage in this world. Thanks Beppe, fair winds!
Search Scala News and Information Visit the Scala Cinema website! Please visit the actual Scala Cinema website to check out the latest films, offers and to reserve your tickets! - View the latest film releases on a 'state of the art' high definition digital projection system. - Relax in luxurious seating for up to 150 people per screen. - Meet up with your friends in the licensed cafe/bar. - Full on-line booking is available at the Scala Prestatyn website. - Exhibition Achievement Award for Merlin Cinema’s Owner - Rhyl Journal: Proposals put forward for new operator to take over lease of Prestatyn’s Scala cinema - Press Release – Friends of the Scala To Fold - Rhyl Journal: Scala’s 10,000 customers in two months - Daily Post: New dawn for Prestatyn’s Scala Cinema and Arts Centre With grateful thanks to local Prestatyn historian Mr Harry Thomas for granting permission to the Friends Of The Scala to use information, images and content from his books where applicable, and to the former Friends Of The Scala for permission to retain such previous content.
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A Word From The Owner My name is Aaron Woodward and I am the owner of Pristine Sweeps. I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for your interest in our business, and welcome you to our “About Us” page! The following tells a bit about my own personal history and education, and how I fell into this wonderful trade of chimney sweeping. It also explains how this company was founded and on what morals we back our operations. Enjoy! About The Owner Originally from Seattle, Aaron moved to Roseburg, Oregon at the age of 7, where he went on to complete high school and start a summer painting business. After graduation, Aaron moved to Eugene to attend college and earn a business degree at the University of Oregon. Having worked with his parents on their real estate and rental properties business for most of his life, Aaron developed a passion for the contracting industry and a desire to manage his own operation. So, after college, he headed back to Seattle to start a new life, and hopefully a new business. Backed by an immense amount of construction skills, project management experience, and business training, Aaron quickly began his search for his niche market. Before long, he was given a referral to a chimney sweeping position for a local sweeping company. Although Aaron found chimney sweeping, fireplace repair, and masonry to be his new-found passion, after only three months with the company, he began to see serious faults in the business: high-pressure sales, misinformation, poor customer service, improper equipment, and incorrect training. He resigned from this position and set out to start his own company with a distinct goal in mind “To create a company that is educated, experienced, and honest, and to provide our customers with the information, opinions and solutions needed to make educated decisions about their home hearth appliances.” And Aaron did just that. With a focus on continued education and research, the team at Pristine Sweeps is consistently perfecting their processes and crafts – to provide the Seattle, WA area with the highest level of service and workmanship. Today, Aaron lives in Shoreline, where he continues to work long hours to ensure that the quality and goals of his company are consistently met. He also enjoys being in the outdoors with his partner, Cat, and their dog, Brisket. About Pristine Sweeps Pristine Sweeps was founded in 2008 with an exciting new mission statement: “To provide superior service and ensure safety through our knowledge, education & integrity.” At Pristine Sweeps, knowledge and education are top priorities. We believe that in order to become an educated professional (who can, in turn, educate clients), one must learn from industry professionals. Since chimney sweeping is an unregulated trade (meaning certifications aren’t required), essentially anyone with a brush, a vacuum and a website can become a chimney sweep. In fact, chimney sweeps aren’t even required to carry liability insurance! But here at Pristine Sweeps, that simply isn’t acceptable. We make use of all available resources, guilds, trainings, and certifications. In fact, - We are one of the only companies in Seattle that belongs to the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG). - We are one of the only companies in Seattle that attends the 5-day National Chimney Sweep Convention EVERY year. - We are one of the only companies in Seattle that is certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA). Why? Because we’re serious about our clients’ safety and we’re serious about our education. If you’re located in the Seattle area and are looking for professional chimney and fireplace services you can trust, call on the experts at Pristine Sweeps. Call 206-574-8414 or click here to set up your appointment, today!
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The impact of climate change on water quality and quantity is an important societal concern. The duration, magnitude and frequency of droughts are increasing due to the climate change. Water electrolysis is a rising method for hydrogen production and clean water supplies will become of vital importance. ATMOS aims to further develop and improve a method of technological interest for areas where clean water resources, as well as grid infrastructure are limited or non-existing. ATMOS is developed in UiO and is a solar-powered water electrolysis system, which can produce renewable fuels (H2) from atmospheric humidity and sunlight. Humidity is the water source in this system and it is always present in air. More specifically, ATMOS is a photoelectrochemical water vapor electrolysis device, in which the traditionally used aqueous electrolytes are replaced by polymer proton conducting membranes (PCM). The PCM provides also separation of the oxygen and hydrogen evolving sides and support to the anode and cathode electrodes. The electrodes in this solid-state photoelectrochemical (SSPEC) device are comprised of photoactive materials based on earth-abundant elements. Especially the photo-anode is based on TiO2, which is a well-studied photocatalyst. Its main drawback is the low light absorption efficiency, which is restricted to the UV region only. To this end, the IMM group from the University Paris Diderot specializes in the visible light sensitization of TiO2 with quantum dots, which are synthesized by soft chemistry routes. ATMOS seeks the improvement in the efficiency of the novel SSPEC water vapor electrolysis system by an international collaboration between two research groups of complementary expertize. Moreover, the scientists involved in ATMOS will benefit from the international mobility both from a scientific point of view, as well as from a cultural. Ultimate outcome of ATMOS is common publications and an EU proposal for extended follow-up activities.
This is the second installment of my first day botanising the New Forest with Tony Davis (relax - it's also the last installment). So we'd dropped in to Beaulieu River and Hatchet Pond and seen Dwarf Spike-rush, Yellow Azalea, Hampshire Purslane, Lesser Water Plantain, Coral Necklace, Many-stalked Spike-rush, Nuttall's Waterweed, Shoreweed, White-beaked Sedge, Pale Butterwort and Coloured Water Lily in the first part of the outing - all of which were lifers for me. And not forgetting the Medicinal Leech which was also a lifer. Next stop was Crockford Bridge where Tony was promising a completely different assemblage of plants. I was buzzing for more!! I knew next to nothing about Crockford Bridge. I had read that Southern Damselfly occurs and that the 'lawn' held good plants. That was it, really. Luckily Tony was somewhat more clued-up than I was. We arrived at the car park whereupon he immediately set to locating a small specimen of Trailing St John's-wort (Hypericum humifusum), gleefully calling me over to 'tick' it. "I've seen masses of that stuff in Scotland" was my reply. Haha - revenge for his disinterest in my Pale Butterwort discovery! Tony seemed slightly sceptical that I'd already seen the species, surely if his plant list is bigger than mine I couldn't have anything up on him? Bloomin' cheek... We cut through some low trees, passing a number of flooded hollows with the gentle noise of Wood Crickets (Nemobius sylvestris) all around. We emerged back by the road and Tony pointed at the ground at our feet. Umm - grass? He pointed again, surely he didn't expect me to ID a grass??? Then I noticed a curled blade and did a massive double-take - I was staring at a lawn of Pillwort (Pilularia globulifera), a bizarre fern and not grass at all. Wow, I've looked for this before (and been confused by various grasses) but this was the real deal. And masses of it! I pulled a small clump up and found the 'pills'. Brilliant, I've wanted to see this for a long time! Gorgeous stuff, I love the way it unfurls! I had no idea it could form large carpets as found at Crockford Bridge. My fave fern after Wall-rue (and I like Wall-rue a lot, lol) We briefly wandered across the road in search of Unbranched Bur-reed (couldn't find any despite it being a known site) before I spied a fish in a pool by the bridge. I was still in my wellies so slipped in for a closer look. Happily it stayed put and allowed me to have a closer look. My notebook scribbles state, "goby-like fish, red eye from above, long and dark-spotted jagged dorsal, 7", on bottom, largish pecs, mottled body" Then it swam at my foot, headbutted my wellie (!) and disappeared into some waterweed in a swirl of silt. I suffered a complete mental block - what could it be? I could only think Bullhead, yet I knew it wasn't one of those. I was stumped. Back home that evening I figured it out - it was my first ever Ruffe (Gymnocephalus cernua) (apparently they are commonly caught at Beaulieu). Better still, Tony only saw the swirl of silt - ie untickable views - and still needs it. Happy days! :D Tony led us back through the trees and flooded hollows, out onto heathland and aimed us at a large expanse of mire. There were a couple of lifers out there for me and Tony was keen to take me to them. I wasn't complaining! First up was a pale patch of sticky-up stuff visible from a few hundred metres away. We soon found ourselves in very wet mire, I almost went over a couple of times and we had to take great care where we stepped. I had visions of dead faces following me through the swamp with the words "stupid hobbitses" echoing through my mind. Surprisingly we made it to the pale sticky-up stuff and I added Black Bog Rush (Schoenus nigricans) to my lifelist. I'd noticed a quiet 'tutt' noise coming from the wetter patches of mire, as though someone were displeased with my actions. It sounded insect-like but I had no idea what the species might be. Tony soon answered that particular question, "keep an eye out for Large Marsh Grasshoppers in this area. They're huge buggers and this is where I've seen them before" - aaahhh!!! Typically the mire fell silent but I did manage to flush a few large grasshoppers into flight. Thankfully 15 or 20 feet seemed to be about the limit of their flight capabilities and before too much longer I was grinning at my first ever Large Marsh Grasshoppers (Stethophyma grossum) and what stunners they are. The females are HUGE!!! Female Large Marsh Grasshopper in typical wet Sphagnum 'n ting habitat. Bigger than a Cocker Spaniel, these things absolutely rock!! :) We slowly edged our way back to terra firma before heading through gorse and onto the famous Crockford Bridge Lawn, a large expanse of short horse-cropped grass with several rare (and small) species hiding in plain sight. Just a case of finding them, probably wouldn't take long.... ....a long time later we finally gave up looking for Yellow Centaury, a tiny plant with a 2mm diameter flower that occurs here. Somewhere. But it wasn't all bad news. We found lots more Coral Necklace and I found a few plants of Allseed (Radiola linoides) which was new for me. Here's another wee pic, taken by putting my 10x handlens in front of my clickamatic camera's lens Tony was keen to find some more aquatics, so we re-entered the trees and searched the flooded hollows once more. Despite having seen a single plant of Unbranched Bur-reed just the week before, Tony couldn't relocate it. We did however stumble across a few plants of Brookweed (Samolus valerandi) which was yet another new one for me. Tony was highly unimpressed at my low-listing status. But I'm catching him up - slowly! Here's a rubbishy pic of the Brookweed in a flooded hollow. Apologies for the state of my fingernails... We wandered back to the car with a few more destinations in mind. Back at Hatchet Pond we zeroed in on a patch of Duck Potato (Sagittaria latifolia), rather like a broad-leaved Arrowhead without the purple patch on each petal base. I have absolutely no idea how it came to be established at Hatchet Pond, but it's there in quantity and I was glad to see it at long last (there had been a fair bit of Facebook banter about this species and it's unlikely name). Here's a pic of the mighty Duck Potato in all its glory! Tony had plans. It seemed he'd become enthused by the huge number of new plants I'd seen so far. Checking a map he quickly said "hop in" and led me to a site south of Brockenhurst. "Walk between the trees and the path and keep your eyes open" was all he would say. I walked. I kept my eyes open. I walked. I stood on my next new plant! Thankfully there were quite a few present and in no time at all I was taking pics of my first ever gentians - Field Gentians (Gentianella campestris) I counted almost 20 flowering plants in one small area and here's the first pic I took of the wee stunners! Stunning! Tony was keen to move on, but just before we returned to the car we found three ponies being hassled by a large, pale fly. I could see that the legs of the ponies were covered in botfly eggs. Watching this large fly in action we quickly came to the conclusion that it was a Horse Botfly - hovering close to the ponies' forelegs and flicking its arse end at the hide, presumably scattering the adhesive eggs? Tony made a bold decision - he was going to net the fly! Moments later, to our mutual surprise, he succeeded. I've never seen three horses jump the way these three did, lol!!! We tubed the fly to find that we had indeed secured a female Horse Botfly (Gasterophilus intestinalis). If you want to make yourself feel ill, Google the life cycle of this pleasant insect. Here's a really poor pic of the fly in a tube. I know of one PSLer who's 'ticked' Horse Botfly via the eggs without seeing the beast itself, but let's not dwell over the actions of desperate folks like that....(sorry mate, couldn't resist!!!) The light was starting to fade as Tony launched up the road and on to yet another site. The prize this time? Pennyroyal. In my mind I associate all members of the mint family with watery habitats. So I was shocked to discover that the site Tony had taken me to was a field full of Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile). Eh??? Despite this, we wandered around for a few minutes before we found a few clumps of Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) growing close to the Stocks Cross signpost. At the time I failed to appreciate just how rare a plant this is, and it smells absolutely divine - particularly with the Chamomile also filling the air with it's perfume. Here's my pic of the Pennyroyal. It doesn't do it justice at all. Tony had one more plant to show me in the evening sunlight. Jumping back into the car we headed for the final rare plant of the day, this one easily visible from the car itself! All along the roadway, growing in a slight depression in damp conditions, were hundreds of Small Fleabane (Pulicaria vulgaris) plants. Many were past their best, but some were still in flower and absolutely lovely to see. And so ends my amazing tour de force of the New Forest and its plants! I managed 19 new plants, a fly, a grasshopper and a leech. What an amazing day, many many thanks go to Tony Davis for sharing his knowledge of The Forest's plantlife with me and for being ultra-patient with this bumbling buffoon of a botanist. Anyway, the botfly was new to Tony, so he got something out of it!
Senior Research Associate and Lab Manager of the Wagner Lab. Part of the Florida Center for Reading Research. Proud alumna of the FSU Psychology Department (1990). On the Administrative Core and P1 of NIH Grant P50 HD052120 titled, "The Florida Learning Disabilities Research Center." The project includes understanding reading, math, and writing development and learning disabilities.
There are many articles and blog posts around which talk about things to look for when buying headphones and how to choose the right headphone as per your need. Buying headphones can be daunting due to the varied shapes and sizes and also the wide range of prices they come in. In India, one can buy a pair of headphone for as little as the price of coffee for two at any cafe to an amount which may cost half of one’s life’s savings. However, very few articles encompass the subject of headphone prices with a common conception (or misconception) that only highly expensive headphones offer good quality sound, comfort, and durability. WHAT MAKES HEADPHONES OR HEADSET EXPENSIVE Before understanding this, let’s look at how one’s lifestyle determines which headphone is best for you unless you are an audiophile. Sportster or highly active The active and sporty should look for headphones that allow maximum movement with minimum hindrance, i.e the wireless ones with a steady battery life of 5hrs or more as per your need. Headsets with leather ear cushions will not be the best bet in this case as they can get damaged due to excessive sweat. Gamers and coders Distraction is a big no for gamers and coders, hence the best headphone for them are the ones which come with the active noise cancellation feature for a fully immersive experience. Wired headphones are the best choice for this category of users over the wireless ones as wired headphones draw up power from an external source such as your phone or PC. This means that you can fully focus on your game or debugging without having to worry about running to the charging dock every other hour. If music keeps you stress-free at work and yet your job requires you to be able to hear to your colleagues over the headphones, then open back headphones are your best bet. You don’t need a headset with advanced features such as active noise cancellation feature and save some bucks while doing so. Wireless or wired depends on your preference and budget. Coming back to the topic, are all good headphones expensive? Generally, the most expensive headset comes with the tag of the brand. People end up paying for the branding or the style and not necessarily the audio quality or the science and engineering used to make the headset. When buying a pair of headphones or a headset, your lifestyle and your need should be the key criterion while deciding on the product of your choice and not only the brand. Brand reputation and general product review is also important and must be taken into consideration before making the final choice. If you only look for cheap headphones, they will come with their own set of common problems such as lack of durability due to the material used or the lack of an option to tune in the sound that suits your need. Also poor audio quality due to cheaper accessories used for integration can be an assault on one’s ears and you might not be able to enjoy the device for the much longer time. One must remember that a good pair of headphones comes with the promise of - high audio quality, durability, versatility, ergonomics, and design. In a promising product, sound can be tuned in an infinite number of ways to match to the music you're used to listening to. This is especially important for people who are frequent and business travellers. Additionally, headphones for travellers should essentially provide features such as noise-cancellation and volume adjustment. With great sound quality a must, a good headphone does not necessarily be heavy on your pocket and you don’t have to break the bank to get headphones that offer crisp sound and punchy bass. Products you may be interested in
David Wright (Telford) (Lab): It is a pleasure to see you in the Chair in this Chamber, Mr. Bayley. I chose the title of the debate very carefully. I should put down a marker: I love football; along with politics it is perhaps one of my great loves. I am a patron of AFC Telford United, and I am very proud of the club and its traditions. It went out of business just over a year ago and has been taken over by a supporters' trust, which is doing fantastic work in the local community. The club sits in the constituency neighbouring mine, that of the hon. Member for The Wrekin (Mark Pritchard), but as I said I am proud to be a patron. I shall focus on two themes in the debate. The first is the general issue of football-related violence and the second is an incident concerning one of my constituents, Mr. Jamie Turner, and problems that he encountered at a football match he attended in Southampton earlier this year. We all know that football prompts great passion. It is a fantastic game and people get incredibly involved in it. It is our national game and we should be proud of it. There have been many studies of football as a social phenomenon. In 1981, the great anthropologist Desmond Morris wrote a book called "The Soccer Tribe", in which he considered football as an extension of tribal rituals that the human race has enjoyed over many years. The book is interesting because he talks about football as a "stylised battle", a process whereby communities come together to do battle with each other. That is fine on the pitch. Social scientists have talked for a long time about the search for an identity through football. People say that we live in a world dominated by globalisation in which people feel increasingly remote from their communities; they find that football gives them a contact with their local community, with their town and with society around them. There is probably some truth in that and we should understand it, but if people are going to use violence as part of the process, they should search for their identity in a different way. It is okay for people to support their local club very passionately, but it is not acceptable for them to be violent in their support. We should be very clear that people who are violent in and around the environment of football are criminals, not football supporters, and should be treated as such. Clubs are doing a great deal to root out the problem of violence at grounds. An awful lot has been done in the past 20 or so years following incidents such as Heysel. The bigger clubs have gone in for all-seater stadiums. CCTV is now prevalent in many clubs, right through the divisions. Indeed, the club that I follow, AFC Telford United, has CCTV fitted around the ground, even though it is in one of the lower leagues. We should congratulate football clubs on taking a lead on that and on matching up with other campaigns, such as "Kick racism out of football". Often nowadays violence is displaced away from football grounds and into neighbouring communities, and many of those involved in violence have already been excluded from their football clubs for violent conduct at the ground. On match day, we sometimes see groups of menpredominantly young men, it has to be 20 Jul 2005 : Column 459WH saidfloating around the ground and the environment near their club, looking or "cruising", as some of them call it, for trouble with opposing fans. We hear stories of groups of supporters e-mailing one another and using mobile phones and the computer network to set up pitched battles in locations near grounds. That has nothing to do with football any more. It is loosely associated with those clubs, which rightly distance themselves from such behaviour. It is a social phenomenona criminal phenomenonin which groups gather to fight some form of battle connected with an honour for their community which is completely misplaced. I am sure that that view is shared throughout the House. What I am describing can happen in football at all levels. It happens not only in top-flight football but throughout the structure. AFC Telford United played a friendly game against West Bromwich Albion on 9 July, and several supporters from, it is thought, Wolverhampton Wanderers turned up. They are not really supporters so much as people who associate themselves with that team. I do not think that they actually attended the match, but they caused a fight in a pub just outside the ground. "The likelihood is that the people who were involved in the trouble did not attend the match. The match was a magnificent occasion attended by over 2,000 well behaved, true supporters from both sides. Each one of us who attended the match on Saturday should be extremely angry that a minority of mindless idiots have tarnished the name of football of AFC Telford United and of the whole town by acting no better than circus chimps outside the stadium. Essentially it was a public order offence but we shouldn't deny that the incident only occurred because there was a football match in town. We can't wipe our hands of the matter and if there is a way that we can prevent people who were involved from coming into the stadium we will." That was a responsible statement from a club chairman: he did not deny that violence occurred because there was a football match in town; he acknowledged the problem; and he wants to work with the community and police to put things right. That is no more than I would expect from a club that is as well rooted in its community as AFC Telford United now is. "Everyone, press and public, who vigorously reported and promoted the trouble that occurred after the WBA game should do the decent thing and promote the true reality of football at the New Bucks Head. As on Saturday, over 2,000 well behaved, true supporters from both towns enjoyed a magnificent occasion in a stadium that is owned by a Trust and club that are committed to creating a family friendly atmosphere." Again, he was quite right. It is interesting that that game did not receive coverage on the same scale as the game of the previous Saturday. No one wants to talk about football matches that go well, where everyone enjoys themselves. Of course, that is what happens at 99 per cent. of games in this country and around the world. I do not think that we can apply a social science model, however attractive that may appear. We can use it to understand what happens when football violence occurs, but we cannot deploy it as a defence for criminal behaviour. We should never do that. 20 Jul 2005 : Column 460WH The Football Association is doing good work in this respect. It is committed to eradicating violent behaviour at football matches in England and matches involving England teams abroad. The FA is working in several areas domestically and internationally to achieve that goal. For example, it is working with the Government to explore ways of tightening the regime governing ticket touting, the unauthorised sale of tickets that is one of the main factors leading to hooliganism, undermining as it often does the segregation at football grounds. I support the FA in that and in seeking far harsher penalties for ticket touts who operate outside grounds. In recent years there has been huge progress in preventing the hooligan element from following the England team abroad. I understand that only one arrest was made before, during or after any of the four games that England played in Euro 2004 in Portugal. I thought that our supporters did us proud there, and I hope that England fans will follow in that direction in future. That was in no small part due to work done before and during the tournament by the FA, the police authoritiesI am sure that the Minister will want to comment on thatthe Home Office, and clubs and other colleagues in Portugal, ensuring success both in the security arrangements and in the eradication of hooliganism. The FA has started similar preparations for next year's World cup in Germany. I hope and expect that the England team will be followed by people who want to enjoy their football in that country. The FA is right to call for magistrates throughout the UK to ensure that football banning orders are applied consistently and rigorously and to take all relevant offences into account. We can stop trouble makers travelling abroad if the process is managed firmly. I want the Minister in his reply to tell us about the Government's efforts to lobby for the Schengen border agreement to be suspended for the duration of the tournament, as it was in 2004. We need to control people who have a record of committing violent football-related offences and who may intend to travel to Germany. The FA is working hard with outside agencies to promote diversity among England fans, which is most important. The profile of people watching England games is very different from that of 20 years ago, which is a good thing. We need to get more families and women involved in the game, to encourage a multiracial view of football and to get more people engaged across the board. I am pleased that the FA recently fined Millwall £25,000 following racist chanting by their fans at a Carling cup game last season. We must be tough on that kind of abuse. We will hear more about police activity in relation to football violence in a minute, but I shall turn first to what happened to my constituent and friend, Jamie Turner, who is a Telford resident. Jamie and his wife Karen, who is also a friend of mine, run a successful IT business in Telford. Jamie, who is a Manchester United fan, was 46 yesterday. He has followed Manchester United all his life and goes to games with a group of friends who travel together and enjoy their football. Jamie was assaulted by a gang of Southampton fans while on the way to the last game of the season on 15 May. He met some of his friends in a local park and they walked towards the ground; they crossed a main road 20 Jul 2005 : Column 461WH and started to go through an estate. A number of individualsI will not call them football supporters, because they are not; they are criminalsemerged from a local working men's club, or drinking club, and set about the group of supporters with baseball bats, with chair legs and, some have said, with metal bars. It was an unprovoked attack on a group of people who just wanted to go and watch a football match. To my knowledge, Jamie has never before been involved in trouble relating to football. Several of the supporters involved in the incident pleaded with those who attacked them to leave them alone, because all they wanted to do was go and watch the game. Jamie tried to walk away from the incident and was attackedhe was hit on the head with a baseball bat. For a time I thought that Jamie would not reach his 46th birthday; he will have to live with the legacy of the incident for the rest of his life. His family have been incredibly strong in supporting him and they deserve our respect. Jamie was unconscious for a considerable time; he was in a critical condition in the intensive care unit at Southampton general hospital. I stress that the incident was nothing to do with real Southampton supporters because, I repeat, the people involved are simply criminals. That is an appalling scenario: a group of friends who have been watching football for many years travel together for the closing game of the season, sit in a local park for a few minutes and enjoy themselves before the match, then head off towards the ground, when somebody nearly kills one of them. It is incredible that that should happen to someone while they are walking to a football match. The police have been painstaking in their work, and I know that Karen wants to pay tribute to them. She has not seen eye to eye with them on some of the things that they have done, but, all in all, she thinks that they have done an incredibly painstaking job in trying to resolve the matter. Many local people have bravely come forward to give evidence, although they must be scared. Witnesses are also afraid that they themselves might be branded as trouble makers, football hooligans or criminals. Such an incident can become a melee. Things move quickly and people try to get out of the waythey run in an effort to remove themselves from the situation. Events become a blur, and people cannot remember exactly what happened or who did what. The police are trying to focus on that problem. Several people have appealed for witnesses to come forward and give further evidence. Bobby Charlton made that appeal on behalf of Manchester United. I hope that anybody in the Southampton area, any Manchester United supporter or any genuine Southampton supporter who knows what happened on that day will come forward and give further evidence to the police. We must catch the individual, or group of individuals, who committed this crime. Quite frankly, it is not safe to have them walking around on our streets. They must be brought to justice. 20 Jul 2005 : Column 462WH I close by asking the Minister to ensure that this case continues to have a high profile and that we will not rest until we find the individual or individuals who attacked my constituent and friend, Jamie Turner, when he went to Southampton to enjoy a football match with his friends. I am sure that the Minister will commit himself to ensuring that we continue with the inquiry and that we press as hard as we can to find the individuals involved in the incident. Football is a great game. It is one of the great loves and passions of my life and the life of many people in our nation. It will always be a great game. We must ensure that we talk carefully about football-related violence, which has nothing to do with football, and never should have anything to do with it. Those who perpetrate it are criminals. The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department (Paul Goggins) : I am grateful to my hon. Friend the Member for Telford (David Wright) for raising the issue of football disorder. As he made clear, substantial progress has been made in recent years, but there is still a problem. We cannot afford for a moment to be complacent about it. This debate gives me an opportunity to outline some of the initiatives that the Government have taken and continue to take to deal with it. First, I want to say a few things about the specific incidents that my hon. Friend related this morning. I was aware of the appalling attack on his friend that took place in Southampton in May. Indeed, my hon. Friend and I discussed the incident soon afterwards. I assure him that my officials have maintained close contact with the Hampshire police throughout the intervening weeks. As my hon. Friend indicated, the incident occurred before a football match between Southampton and Manchester United. He described the circumstances in which the attack took place. The police confirmed that the visiting group were chased through a nearby housing estate before two of their number were seriously assaulted. One of the attacks was on my hon. Friend's constituent and personal friend, who sustained serious injuries. Mr. Turner has been discharged from hospital, but his treatment will continue for some time. I take this opportunity to send the good wishes not just of myself but of the whole House to my hon. Friend's constituent for his sustained recovery. The assault was serious, and the Hampshire constabulary immediately set up a major incident team to investigate it. I assure my hon. Friend, his constituents and their family that the inquiries are thorough and ongoing. I endorse the call that he made this morning: if anybody has any information that could help the police, they should come forward with it. I am not able to go into further detail about the police investigation, but I emphasise that Hampshire constabulary is wholly committed to bringing its investigations to a satisfactory conclusion. I know that everyone in the House fully supports the view that serious criminality of that kind cannot be tolerated for a second. My hon. Friend also cited an incident that occurred the weekend before last. A small group of troublemakers who associate themselves with my hon. 20 Jul 2005 : Column 463WH Friend's football team, AFC Telford United, and with Wolverhampton Wanderers, attacked a public house in which visiting West Bromwich Albion fans were drinking after a football match. The incident resulted in one serious assault and three arrests, and it demonstrates my hon. Friend's point: football-related disorder can occur at all levels of football. I was shocked to find out that nine individuals who associate themselves with AFC Telford United are subject to banning orders. In recent years, we have made great strides in dealing with football hooliganism. Incidents between groups of rival hooligan supporters still occur from time to timewe heard evidence of that this morningbut the problems are not of the same magnitude as they were. That is because the Government, police, football authorities and supporter groups have come together; they are intolerant of that besmirching of the name of football. We have found ways of working together to counter the influence of hooliganism. As we know, the dynamic of football disorder is complex and fluid. It ebbs and flows in scale, and its character changes continually. We need to keep a clear eye on what is taking place. Football matches can be highly charged and passionate affairs, with raw emotion and community spirit holding sway. The potential for a minority of fans to exploit that opportunity to lose their discipline and self-control and pose a danger and threat to others is always there. It can never be a justification for violence. Let us be clear that the scope for spontaneous misbehaviour in grounds has greatly reduced as a result of the improvements in ground structure and safety that have taken place. I pay tribute to football clubs and all those associated with football who have made that happen. My hon. Friend is right: today, football is a game with a much more diverse supporter base. More families and women attend and feel safe, secure and unafraid. That is a wholly good thing for the game and for the atmosphere in which it is played. The appalling incident in Southampton demonstrates an important point: football disorder can be violent and can have serious consequences. These days, it is largely pursued away from the public eye and is, as my hon. Friend mentioned, dispersed from the immediate area of the football stadium. That is also a challenge for the police and one that they are ready to meet. The House will be aware that, in recent years, there has been a major reduction in the numbers involved in football disorder. That has been achieved through a range of measures. The use of football banning orders has been fundamental, as has more effective public order policing. We have had a much more focused, intelligence-led police operation, which has helped. There has also been a discernible change in the attitude of football supporters. They are no longer prepared to be complicit in hooliganism, because they know that it is wrong and intolerable. Domestic football disorder is rarely a major issue these days for crime statistics and the impact on local communities. It would not rate as the highest priority on a local policing agenda, given the other problems that the police face. During the 200304 season, the total number of football-related arrests, which includes any arrests that take place during the 24 hours either side of 20 Jul 2005 : Column 464WH a match, was fewer than 4,000. That is 1.62 arrests per football match and represents a 10 per cent. decrease from the season before. That is a good and improving record. Data from last season will be published in the near future. I cannot confirm the figures, but all the indications are that progress is continuing. Perhaps an even stronger indicator of the extent to which things have improved is the fact that about 25 per cent. of all premiership and Football League matches take place completely free from police involvement, which shows that the sport takes its responsibilities seriously. We know the history, which goes back as far as Luxembourg in the 1970s. We remember the terrible events in Dublin in the 1990s, and in Copenhagen, Brussels and Charleroi in 2000, when we had a wake-up call telling us that something had to be done about football hooliganism. During the Euro 2000 finals in Belgium, 945 England fans were arrested and deported. It seemed at that time that England's future as a football nation was at stake. However, it gave us the impetus to do something. I am sure that all Members of the House will welcome what has been achieved since and agree that the reputation and behaviour of England football fans overseas has improved dramatically since our new strategy was introduced. This is shown by the significant reduction in the number of arrests of English people for football-related disorder during the European and World cup finals. As my hon. Friend said, compared with the 945 arrests in 2000, there was just one confirmed arrest during Euro 2004 in Portugal, an impressive achievement when 80,000 football fans travelled to Portugal. The UK's efforts to minimise the threat also received public acclaim from UEFA, the Portuguese police and Government, the Independent Football Commission and the fans themselves. There were, of course, problems with drunkenness and disorder in the Algarve, but the Portuguese made it clear that that was not football-related disorder in the traditional sense; it was antisocial drunken behaviour of the sort witnessed too often in our high streets and some Mediterranean resorts. In Spain alone, more than 2,000 British tourists are arrested annually for drunken violence and disorder. That is a regrettable and disturbing trend, which the Government are working hard to address, but it is a wider social problem rather than a football-related one. That success has not happened by accident. It is the result of a great deal of hard work by a number of agencies and the fans, as well as the comprehensive Home Office-led initiative born out of the terrible scenes that we remember from 2000. The legislation allowing football banning orders is fundamental to the strategy and gives the police and the courts power to prevent domestic football disorder and the export of the problem. In the next few weeks, I shall place in the Library a detailed report on the impact of the legislation. The new laws are delivering on every front. The number of orders has risen dramatically since Euro 2000 when around 100 individuals could be prevented from travelling to Belgium. Today the number of banning orders exceeds 3,000. Indeed, the 10 per cent. reduction in arrests reported for the 200304 season was accompanied by a 45 per cent. increase in the number of banning orders. 20 Jul 2005 : Column 465WH The police can identify those people and take the appropriate steps to prevent them from travelling and thereby associating with football matches. It is important to pay tribute to the effectiveness of public order operations by local police in suppressing the risk of football violence and in reassuring local communities. It is also important to pay tribute to football fans. They and their organisations, particularly the Football Supporters Federation, have played a major role in helping the police to combat football-related disorder. I know that hon. Members share the widespread pleasure in what we have achieved in our national sport. We all like to participate in one way or another and support our teams. We can all take pride in what has been achieved and the fact that our national game is no longer blighted by mass disorder on the terraces or in the streets of European cities that host football tournaments. The legislation and strategy introduced in the wake of the violence during Euro 2000 is working well, but the problem of hooliganism may not have been eradicated and the threat may remain, so we must not be complacent. However, the number and scale of incidents both at home and overseas has decreased dramatically. Relatively small and isolated incidents will occur from time to time, and some, like the appalling incident in Southampton that my hon. Friend described, remind us of the need to retain the initiative and prevent troublemakers from shaming our national game.
For Immediate Release The World Health Organization and American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. However, new research led by George Mason University’s College of Health and Human Services found high rates of mixed breastfeeding and early introduction of formula among their sample of low-income, predominately Hispanic immigrant women participating in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) federal food assistance program. Assistant Professor Dr. Sina Gallo led the study with colleagues from the Loudoun County Health Department and Georgetown University. Published in Public Health Nutrition, they found that 61% of infants in their sample received formula in the first few days of life. More than half of the mothers reported use of formula due to perceived insufficient milk supply. Going back to work was also commonly cited as a reason for introducing formula, and some cultural beliefs may have encouraged the use of a mix of both breast milk and formula. Mothers who set an exclusive breastfeeding goal were five times more likely to be exclusively breastfeeding at three months post-partum. Those who did not complete high school were four times more likely to be exclusively breastfeeding at three months and six times more likely to be exclusively breastfeeding at six months than those who had completed a high school education or greater. The researchers suggested that most early breast-feeding problems can be addressed with education about when and how much to breastfeed and culturally appropriate support from clinicians. Gallo explains, “The main reason for introduction of formula was a perceived insufficient milk supply—which is likely a preventable reason—and education on sufficient breastmilk in the first few days as well as improved baby friendly hospital practices such as skin-to-skin and feeding in the first hour can help mitigate this practice.” This study investigated the feeding patterns of 190 low-income, predominantly Hispanic immigrant women who attended two WIC clinics in Loudoun County, Virginia. 81 percent were living below the federal poverty line, and food insecurity was high. “The early rates of introduction of formula in the population surveyed is alarming – 17 percent reported giving formula at the ﬁrst feed and 45% before they left the hospital. This is the time when support systems should be in place to help mothers exclusively breastfeed, yet many are choosing formula feeding at this time,” explained Gallo. The researchers explained that in most cases it is possible for new mothers to adapt to exclusive breastfeeding, with education intervention from WIC counsellors, as well as changes in WIC policies to encourage and support breastfeeding. “Our study aims to inform policymakers of the best way to help minority mothers earning low incomes to adopt exclusive breastfeeding. WIC already provides an expanded food package for exclusively breastfeeding mothers as well as access to lactation counsellors. However an increased focus on intense lactation support in the first weeks, including limiting formula as a part of the WIC package for the first month to special circumstances may further help support mothers to meet breastfeeding recommendations,” Gallo noted. About George Mason University George Mason University is Virginia's largest and most diverse public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason enrolls 37,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity and commitment to accessibility. For more information, visit https://www2.gmu.edu/. About the College of Health and Human Services George Mason University's College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) prepares students to become leaders and shape the public's health through academic excellence, professional service, and innovative practice and research initiatives. CHHS enrolls 1,917 undergraduate students and 950 graduate students in its nationally-recognized offerings, including: 5 undergraduate degrees, 12 graduate degrees, and 11 certificate programs. CHHS is moving toward the goal of becoming a global college of public health in the near future. For more information, visit https://chhs.gmu.edu/.
In the vast realm of Photoshop, aspiring designers often find themselves entangled in the complexities of its tools. Among these, the Compass Tool can be both a helpful guide and an unwelcome distraction. To shed light on this matter, this article delves into the intricacies of the Compass Tool, offering practical insights on how to disable it and optimise your Photoshop workspace. Join us as we navigate the realm of design and empower you to take control of your creative journey. - The compass tool, also known as the Rotate View Tool, can be disabled in Photoshop preferences. - Disabling the compass tool helps optimise the Photoshop workspace. - Familiarising yourself with navigation tools like the hand tool and zoom tool improves productivity in Photoshop. - Customising Photoshop settings, such as interface, shortcuts, and toolbar, can enhance workflow and efficiency. Overview of the Compass Tool Interestingly, the compass tool in Photoshop provides users with a versatile and intuitive way to navigate and manipulate their digital artwork. This tool appears as a small compass icon in the top left corner of the canvas. When selected, it allows users to rotate, scale, and skew their artwork with precision. The compass tool is particularly useful for tasks such as straightening crooked images or adjusting the perspective of a photograph. By clicking and dragging the compass, users can easily rotate their artwork to the desired angle. Additionally, the compass tool offers options to maintain the aspect ratio while scaling or to reset transformations back to their original state. Overall, the compass tool provides a powerful and efficient solution for manipulating digital artwork in Photoshop. Navigating the Photoshop Workspace The Photoshop workspace offers a wide range of navigation tools and features to help users efficiently navigate through their projects and access various tools and panels. These navigation tools are essential for moving around the workspace and zooming in and out of your images. One of the most commonly used navigation tools is the hand tool, which allows you to pan around your image by clicking and dragging. You can also use the zoom tool to zoom in or out of your image by clicking or dragging over the area you want to zoom into or out of. Additionally, Photoshop provides keyboard shortcuts for zooming in and out, such as using the Ctrl key and the plus or minus keys on your keyboard. By familiarising yourself with these navigation tools and features, you can easily navigate through your projects and use Photoshop more efficiently. Identifying and Understanding the Compass Tool To effectively utilise the compass tool in Photoshop, it is important to identify and understand its functionality within the software. The compass tool, also known as the Rotate View Tool, allows users to rotate the canvas to any angle. Digital photographers and artists frequently use it to change the orientation of their work. By clicking and dragging on the canvas, users can easily rotate their image in any direction. This tool is particularly useful when working with images that require precise alignment or when trying to achieve a specific composition. Understanding the compass tool’s purpose and how it operates within Photoshop will enable users to make the most of this powerful feature and enhance their creative workflow. Disabling the Compass Tool Disabling the compass tool requires adjusting the preferences in Photoshop. To disable the compass tool, follow these steps: Open Photoshop and go to the “Edit” menu. Click on “Preferences” and then select “General”. In the General Preferences window, uncheck the box next to “Show Compass in Tools”. Click “OK” to save the changes. Customizing Photoshop Settings for Improved Workflow As you venture into the world of Photoshop, much like a hiker uses a compass to navigate through woods, customizing your preferences and options will be your guiding star. Tailoring Photoshop to your liking can significantly improve your workflow and create a more efficient and personalized working environment. Customizing Photoshop settings allows you to optimize the tools and features to suit your specific needs. Start by adjusting the interface to match your preferences, such as selecting a dark or light theme and rearranging panels. Take advantage of keyboard shortcuts to speed up your tasks and reduce mouse clicks. Customize the toolbar by adding or removing tools that you frequently use. Set up default settings for various tools and brushes to save time and maintain consistency. Additionally, you can create and save custom workspaces for different projects or workflows. These customization options can significantly improve your productivity and make Photoshop feel like a tailored tool for your specific needs. Manual Alignment and Transformation Techniques Precision is key when it comes to achieving accurate alignment and transformation in Photoshop, requiring the use of manual techniques to ensure the desired results. One such technique is the manual alignment using guides and grids. By enabling grids and snapping to guides, users can align elements precisely. Additionally, the Transform tools, such as Scale, Rotate, and Skew, provide manual control over the transformation process. These tools allow users to adjust the size, angle, and perspective of the selected elements. Furthermore, the Ruler tool helps in measuring and aligning elements accurately. By manually aligning and transforming elements in Photoshop, users can have complete control over the final outcome of their designs. Transitioning into the next section, let’s explore plugins and extensions that can further enhance workflow efficiency. Plugins and Extensions for Enhanced Workflow Utilize additional plugins and extensions to optimize workflow efficiency and enhance productivity in Photoshop. These tools can significantly improve your editing experience by providing specialized functionalities and streamlining repetitive tasks. One popular plugin is Topaz Labs’ “Topaz Adjust,” which offers a wide range of presets and adjustments to enhance the colors, tones, and details of your images. Another useful plugin is “Nik Collection,” which includes various plugins like “Silver Efex Pro” for black and white conversions and “Color Efex Pro” for creative color enhancements. Additionally, extensions like “GuideGuide” can simplify the process of creating grids and guides, while “Fontea” provides easy access to a vast library of fonts. By incorporating these plugins and extensions into your Photoshop workflow, you can enhance your creativity and efficiency, ultimately improving your editing results. Troubleshooting: When the Compass Tool Won’t Go Away Occasionally, users may encounter a situation where the compass tool stubbornly persists on the screen despite attempts to remove it. This can be frustrating and disruptive to the workflow. Here are some troubleshooting steps to help you get rid of the compass tool in Photoshop: Confirm the active tool: Ensure that you have selected a different tool from the toolbar. Sometimes, the compass tool may appear to be stuck, but it could be because it is still the active tool. Reset the workspace: Go to the “Window” menu and select “Workspace” followed by “Reset [Workspace Name]”. This will restore the default settings and may remove the compass tool. Restart Photoshop: Close and reopen Photoshop to see if the compass tool disappears. This can help refresh the software and resolve any temporary glitches. Update or reinstall Photoshop: If the issue persists, it might be worth checking for updates or reinstalling Photoshop to fix any underlying software problems. Advanced Tips and Techniques for Professional Designers Implement innovative design strategies to enhance the visual impact and effectiveness of your creations, setting you apart as a professional designer in the industry. As a professional designer, it is crucial to stay updated with advanced tips and techniques that can take your designs to the next level. One such technique is using advanced layer blending modes to create unique and eye-catching effects. Experiment with different blending modes such as Overlay, Screen, Multiply, and Soft Light to add depth and dimension to your designs. Additionally, mastering advanced selection techniques like the Pen Tool and Quick Mask can greatly enhance your precision and control over your designs. By incorporating these advanced strategies into your workflow, you can elevate the quality of your designs and establish yourself as a skilled and proficient designer in the industry. Transition: Now that we have explored advanced tips and techniques for professional designers, let’s move on to the conclusion: taking control of your Photoshop workspace. Frequently Asked Questions How Do I Reset the Compass Tool to Its Default Settings? To reset the compass tool in Photoshop to its default settings, follow these steps: Go to the “Edit” menu, select “Preferences,” then choose “Tools.” In the Tools preferences, click on “Reset All Tools” to reset the compass tool. Can I Change the Appearance of the Compass Tool in Photoshop? Changing the appearance of the compass tool in Photoshop is not possible. However, there are ways to hide or remove it from the workspace. Let’s explore the options to customize your Photoshop interface. Will Disabling the Compass Tool Affect Other Features or Tools in Photoshop? Disabling the compass tool in Photoshop will not affect other features or tools. However, it is important to note that removing the compass may limit certain functionalities related to navigation and orientation within the software. Is There a Way to Hide the Compass Tool Temporarily Without Disabling It Completely? Yes, there is a way to temporarily hide the compass tool in Photoshop without disabling it completely. This can be done by adjusting the visibility settings or using keyboard shortcuts. Can I Customize the Shortcut Keys for the Compass Tool in Photoshop? Yes, you can customize the shortcut keys for the compass tool in Photoshop. By accessing the Keyboard Shortcuts menu, you can assign specific keys or combinations to perform the desired actions related to the compass tool. In conclusion, by following the steps outlined in this article, users can effectively disable and remove the compass tool in Photoshop. Taking control of the Photoshop workspace allows for improved workflow and customization options. Additionally, troubleshooting techniques and advanced tips provided can help professional designers navigate the software more efficiently. So, take charge of your Photoshop experience and enhance your design process today. Remember, with the compass tool out of the way, the possibilities are endless.
By Alex Mutter Barnes & Noble’s PR department has been busy over the past two days as the US bookseller rolled out its new line of Nook tablets and e-readers in the US and UK. The Nook Simple Touch and Nook Simple Touch GlowLight, starting at £79, both went on sale in the UK today for the first time. Coinciding with the release is the announcement that B&N has appointed Patrick Rouvillois, formerly Global CMO and Head of eCommerce at Carrefour, as its new Vice President, Managing Director, International. The role is a brand new one, and Rouvillois — who will be based out of Luxembourg — is tasked with “building the Nook brand outside the US across the globe.” B&N also announced three new retail partners for selling the Nook in the UK: Dixons Retail, Waitrose and Sainsbury’s. Dixons Retail owns electrical retailers PC World and Currys, while Waitrose and Sainsbury’s are both prominent grocery store chains. The new partnerships are expected to bring the total number of UK retail outlets selling Nook products north of 2,000. Perhaps B&N’s biggest announcement was the unveiling of two new tablets, the Nook HD and Nook HD+. The 7-inch Nook HD will start at $199 and come in two models featuring 8 GB or 16 GB of storage, while the 9-inch HD+ will start at $269 for the 16GB model and reach $299 for the 32GB. Both the HD and HD+ feature high resolution displays with 720p and 1080p playback capabilities respectively. The tablets also features a full-fledged profile system, allowing up to six users to have personalized profiles and enabling parents to put content controls on their children’s profiles — a first for tablets. The HD and HD+ will hit stores later in this fall. Also unveiled was Nook Video, B&N’s new digital video service. The service allows users to stream and download films and TV shows to Nooks, TVs, tablets and smartphones, with all media being stored on the Nook Cloud. Nook Video will launch in the US this fall and in the UK over the holidays.
Neonatal hypertension is increasingly recognized as dramatic improvements in neonatal intensive care, advancements in our understanding of neonatal physiology, and implementation of new therapies have led to improved survival of premature infants. A variety of factors appear to be important in determining blood pressure in neonates, including gestational age, birth weight, and postmenstrual age. Normative data on neonatal blood pressure values remain limited. The cause of hypertension in an affected neonate is often identified with careful diagnostic evaluation, with the most common causes being umbilical catheter-associated thrombosis, renal parenchymal disease, and chronic lung disease. Clinical expertise may need to be relied upon to decide the best approach to treatment in such patients, as data on the use of antihypertensive medications in this age group are extremely limited. Available data suggest that long-term outcomes are usually good, with resolution of hypertension in most infants. In this review, we will take a case-based approach to illustrate these concepts and to point out important evidence gaps that need to be addressed so that management of neonatal hypertension may be improved. Keywords: Antihypertensive therapy; Chronic lung disease; Kidney disease; Neonate; Prematurity.
When Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson originally coined the term “psychological safety,” she used the following set of questions to measure it: - If you make a mistake on your team, is it held against you? - Are you able to bring up problems and tough issues? - Do people on the team sometimes reject others for being different? - Is it safe to take a risk? - Is it difficult to ask other team members for help? - Do people on the team deliberately act to undermine your efforts? - Are your unique skills and talents valued and utilized? The questions illustrate the obvious: a lack of psychological safety keeps focus contracted, protective and insular. In his book, Leaders Eat Last, Simon Sinek wrote about creating a “Circle of Safety” around people in the organization to reduce being focused on internal fears and free up their energy to focus on external issues and seize big opportunities. What is Psychological Safety and Why it’s Important Psychological safety is the perception that it’s safe to take interpersonal risks within a team: to speak up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes without fear of social punishment or humiliation. Without psychological safety, individuals focus on “impression management” and can’t show up wholly, using their voice and daring their perspectives. Rather than risk making a negative impression and any negative consequences, employees will refrain from asking questions, admitting weaknesses or mistakes, offering left-field ideas or challenging the status quo. They block their instincts. Organizational disadvantages from a lack of psychological safety include stressed employees who are disengaged and risk-averse, inaccurate reporting, stifled creativity and innovation, lack of constructive feedback and losing the catalytic friction of conflicting perspectives. Psychological safety is a performance matter - and a prerequisite for adaptive and innovative performance. Edmonson has defined psychologically safety as “a team climate characterized by interpersonal trust and mutual respect in which people are comfortable being themselves.” According to Dr. Timothy Clark that trust must extend to: - inclusion safety: to feel included, like they belong, safe to be themselves, and accepted - learning safety: to feel safe to learn and grow, ask questions, experiment and make mistakes - contributor safety: to feel safe to use skills and abilities to make a meaningful difference - challenger safety: to feel safe to speak up and challenge the status quo or voice opportunities to make things better Six Factors That Help Create Psychological Safety Here’s what organizations that cultivate psychological safety work to create: 1) Teams are Lead with an Inclusion-Orientation. McKinsey has found inclusive leaders have the strongest influence on a team’s psychological safety. Inclusive team leaders create a positive team climate by role modeling and reinforcing mindsets and behaviors as expectations that other team members adopt, creating new norms over time. As opposed to authoritative command-and-control mode, consultative (welcoming input and considering it in decision-making) and supportive (caring for team members) leadership styles build up positive team climates with psychological safety, so the potential of teams can be taken even further into challenge territory. Self-awareness is necessary for emotional intelligence and creating psychological safety. Leaders that can self-reflect around their own bias, default patterns and typical responses can understand where they may be blocking approachability, open-mindedness and idea sharing. They also set clear expectations, demonstrate integrity of word and communicate transparently. 2) Diversity of Thought and Perspectives is Sought After. Creativity thrives at the crossroads of different perspectives, so psychology safety is the #1 essential ingredient for team success. When team leaders suspend judgement, create room for and call out underrepresented voices, solicit alternatives and counter opinions to challenge group-think, and ask team members to challenge their own views, they illustrate openness to the best idea coming from anywhere and that they value and expect diversity of thought. Inclusive leaders increase sharing safety through active and curious listening - showing engagement, ensuring they different perspectives and asking questions to build on thoughts. They address unconscious and overt dynamics that suppress differing viewpoints, and provide multiple channels for inputting. They also express appreciation for the act of sharing viewpoints and insights, regardless of where decisions land, and give visible and proper accreditation for ideas and contributions, letting other’s voices shine. 3) Conflict is Managed Directly With Curiosity and Care. Inclusive leaders encourage healthy conflict as a way to strengthen ideas. They may support team members on how to share, receive and respond to feedback. For example, framing questions that help to respectfully debate ideas without seeming to be judging them. Or using affirmative language to open, not shut down, the exploration of possibilities. They set a baseline of respect for conduct in the team that facilitates sharing different perspectives. They navigate conflicting viewpoints back towards productive debate rather than conversational gridlock. They intervene when behaviors that erode psychological safety occur - such as undermining another team members voice or degrading remarks - and make clear how this impedes inclusion, creativity and innovation. Inclusive leaders handle conflict directly, rather than letting it fester or corrode psychological safety. They are also willing to be disagreed with - meeting challenges or criticism with curiosity rather than defaulting to defensiveness. 4) The Culture Nurtures Learning, Growth and Creativity. Blame-based cultures are unforgiving and perfectionist-forming. Rather than getting innovation from their employees, they leave little room for experimenting or making the mistakes that come with learning and growth. Coaching cultures view mistakes as valuable learning opportunities on the way to developing new skills and finding novel solutions. Instead of blame, psychologically safe cultures focus forward on learning and solutions. Companies that depend upon creativity encourage risk-taking, sharing incomplete work and half-thoughts, and then learning and inspiring each other by developing ideas together. Encouraging the vulnerability to share thoughts and problems, without having to have all the answers, allows issues and ideas to bubble up to attention faster. Organizations which cultivate a growth mindset – and normalize failures – have happier employees and more innovative teams and culture. 5) Relating is Built on Connectedness and Feedback. Connection is at the heart of psychological safety. Inclusive managers don’t assume they know how others want to be treated, or that they have the same preferences as “I” do, so they take the time to find out. They develop one-on-one connections, ask open-ended questions, show interest in and concern for individuals, and check-in regularly to support a feedback loop (especially among remote offices). They also catalyze connectedness within and across teams. Honest feedback is core to a psychologically safe workplace, including knowing how different groups are experiencing the workplace with real-time data. Inclusive cultures provide open channels for feedback to leadership to empower voices, and leaders show they are listening to input, acknowledge the feedback and are responsive in making changes and improvements. 6) Leaders Who Are Human and Real, Too. For a culture to embody psychologically safety, leaders must also do what they say, not just say it. When leaders show empathy and vulnerability, admit fallibility and share their mistakes in the growth journey, they give permission. Leaders who own and are accountable to mistakes garner more credibility for it. Further, this means having leaders and managers who set boundaries around an always-on mentality to model that employees are seen as individuals with a life outside of work and who participate in flexible work arrangements to show employees won’t be penalized for doing so. It means a willingness to receive support and learn from others, even at the top. When companies crack psychological safety, they liberate their employees to be effective and focus on their contribution to the organizational vision.
Here’s one core way in which your organization is perpetuating inequitable power dynamics at senior levels: informal sponsorship and mentorship. When you connect the dots of power, organic sponsorship is a big part of how leadership proactively, repetitively, and, by default, recasts the pipeline in the majority image. Meanwhile, the status quo power dynamic inhibits individuals who are in the minority among leadership from lifting others up behind them. We offer a six point case for why leadership inclusion requires formal sponsorship programs that are deliberately disruptive in creating more equitable opportunities. Mentorship and Sponsorship - What It Really Means When it comes to career advancement, mentorship is both necessary and not enough. The common distinction is: a mentor talks with you, a sponsor talks about you. A mentorship is 1-1. Mentors help you within your journey. They help you to navigate the intersection of your goals and career choices, identify and amplify strengths, and develop in core areas. Mentorship often acts as a trustworthy mirror for personal growth. A sponsorship is more than 1-1. A sponsor relationship is 1-1+ an audience of power. Sponsors put skin and reputation in the game by leveraging their social capital (influence) in rooms you’ve yet to enter, and advocate for opportunities and advancement for you among their peers. The protégé also has the motivation of stepping up to the challenge because the sponsor’s reputation is on the line, too. Sponsorship often acts as a spotlight that shines on you to lift you up to the next level of career advancement. As written by Rosalind Chow in Harvard Business Review, “Sponsorship can be understood as a form of intermediated impression management, where sponsors act as brand managers and publicists for their protégés. This work involves the management of others’ views on the sponsored employee. Thus, the relationship at the heart of sponsorship is not between protégés and sponsors, as is often thought, but between sponsors and an audience — the people they mean to sway to the side of their protégés.” Why Informal Mentorship and Sponsorship Are Inequitable “Regardless of education, motivation, and personal and professional success factors, being sponsored by a white man remains the primary accelerant to the career mobility of Black women.” (Stephanie Bradley Smith in HBR) As this quote underlines, and Catalyst iterates in Sponsoring Women to Success, “Sponsorship is focused on advancement and predicated on power.” The dynamic of organic sponsorship is ultimately majority promoting majority, with the same repeated outcome at leadership, save minor and temporary shifts. Even the common phrase of “winning sponsorship” has a blinding and dubious premise. While data from different surveys inevitably differs on absolutes (for example, the % of people who report they have a sponsor is highly contextual to the criteria), what remains steady across studies is a debilitating power gap between individuals of the majority and non-majority when it comes to both sponsorship and who they are sponsored by. Here’s what reproduces the current senior management and leadership profile: 1. Mentorship and especially executive sponsorship have a catalytic impact on career advancement for both protégés and sponsors. - Male managers with sponsorship are 23% more likely (female managers with sponsorship are 19% more likely) to progress to the next rung of the career ladder than peers who do not have sponsors. - Managers and executives who sponsor high-achieving junior talent are 53% more likely to advance to the next leadership level relative to peers who don’t sponsor. 2. Access to mentorship and executive sponsorship is highly variable depending on who you are, regardless of performance = inequitable. - Professionals of color are nearly 40% less likely to report having a sponsor. - 41% of Hispanic U.S. executives say they benefited from formal mentoring or training but only a quarter of junior managers report access to mentoring programs. - Black women professionals are least likely to have a substantive interaction with a senior leader—41% never have, versus 27% for all men and 33% for all women. 3. Mentorship and sponsorship are especially necessary to advance women and people of color. - Black managers are 65% more likely to progress to the next rung in the ladder if they have a sponsor. - Having mentors and sponsors who advocated for them is the single attribute shared by people of color who have progressed furthest in the leadership ranks. - Executive sponsorship has been proven to be the most effective organizational intervention to advance Black talent. 4. But people tend to mentor and sponsor those just like them - and this means the majority (with the power) mostly sponsors the majority. - 61% of people indicate their mentorship developed naturally. - As much as 91% of white managers have no Black, Asian, or Latinx people in their immediate social network. - 71% of sponsors report their protégé is the same race or gender as their own. - A study of 72 protégés found that 100% of sponsors of white male protégés were men and the majority (73.5%) were white. Among Black female protégés, most sponsors were Black (57%) and 27% were women. - Payscale found 77.1 percent of male protégés said they had a male sponsor while women were about half as likely to have a male sponsor. - Payscale found 90% of white men and women protégés reported they had a white sponsor, while Blacks and Hispanics were 35% less likely to. 5. Not only are there far fewer female and minority senior leaders, but increased personal career risk can hinder their sponsoring. - Despite a desire and even a higher sense of obligation to lift others of similar sex/gender up (26% for Black leaders vs. 20% for Hispanic and Asian and 7% for Caucasian), Black senior leaders face higher scrutiny and are 26% less likely to commit to being a sponsor than white executives. 6. To further the gap, white and male sponsors hold more influence on outcomes of their protégé’s employment than those from the non-majority groups. - Payscale found: black women with black sponsors are paid 11.3% less than black women with white sponsors; Hispanic women with Hispanic sponsors make 15.5% less than those with white sponsors; women with women sponsors make 14.6% less than those with male sponsors, and even men with female sponsors make 8.7% less than those with male sponsors. Payscale notes the gaps shrink after compensable factors are weighed in, but the gap remains. If you want to introduce more equity into talent development, you cannot look away from the affinity bias-based pattern of those with high social capital using that power and influence to promote those who look like them into power, too, while also further advancing their own status. Nor can you look away from how the non-majority individuals who break through to leadership are inhibited from doing the same. Formal mentorship and sponsorship programs are about deliberately disrupting the cycle of inequitable talent development that has strongly influenced your management and leadership to date. In the next article, we explore how in more detail.
A brief overview of loop quantum cosmology of homogeneous isotropic models is presented with emphasis on the origin of and subtleties associated with the resolution of big bang and big crunch singularities. These results bear out the remarkable intuition that John Wheeler had. Discussion is organized at two levels. The the main text provides a bird's eye view of the subject that should be accessible to non-experts. Appendices address conceptual and technical issues that are often raised by experts in loop quantum gravity and string theory. All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes - Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Accurate differentiation of abusive head trauma and accidental head injury in infants and young children is critical and impacts clinical care, patient prognosis, forensic investigations, and medicolegal proceedings. No specific finding seen on cross-sectional brain imaging has been reported to distinguish abusive head trauma from accidental injury. Our study investigated whether a specific imaging finding, parenchymal brain laceration, is unique to children diagnosed with abusive head trauma. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We retrospectively identified 137 patients with abusive head trauma and 28 patients who incurred moderate to severe accidental brain injury. Brain MR imaging represented the imaging standard for characterizing intracranial injuries. RESULTS: Among the abusive head trauma cohort, parenchymal brain lacerations were identified in 18 patients, while none were identified in any patients with accidental injury. CONCLUSIONS: Our findings are in concurrence with the existing forensic, pathology, and imaging literature, which suggests that parenchymal brain lacerations may be related to abusive injury mechanisms. All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes - Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging - Clinical Neurology
Deepika Padukone is a famous Indian cinema actress who was first launched in a viral Bollywood film named - “Om Shanti Om” in 2007. She is a very adored actress, and she has a huge fan base comprising millions of people from all around the world who love her for her looks and acting skills. She has an amazing life so let us know about her life in little detail now- As of 2021, Deepika Padukone's net worthis roughly estimated at $33 million, and it makes in Indian rupees 25 crores. Before joining the Bollywood industry, she was an excellent badminton player. She started playing badminton at a very young age, and she has also played in a national-level badminton championship. Her father is also a great badminton player, and Deepika has learned the amazing skills of playing badminton from him. She was a little shy girl, which is why Deepika did not have many friends during her schooling. Also, Deepika has been a child model and has done many modeling projects at an early age. \|$22 million / INR 1,671,054,000.00 \|Bollywood Film Actress \|5th January 1986 \|33 years old \|5 foot 9 inch She completed her schooling at - Sophia high school, Bangalore. Later, Deepika joined Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, for her further pre-university education. Furthermore, she enrolled herself in Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi, for pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology. She could not complete her sociology degree due to her modeling career, which she was doing side by side. Deepika made her first appearance on the fashion ramp at the age of 17 years. But she achieved greater popularity for her advertisement for Liril soap. In addition to this, she was also part of the very famous print campaign - kingfisher. Her life's first music video was named - “Naam hai tera” She is a trained actor from a very reputed acting institute known as Anupam Kher acting institute. Her first Bollywood movie was a blockbuster known as Om Shanti Om. She has a very loving family, and to Deepika, her family comes first. She regularly visits her hometown, i.e., Bangalore, very frequently. Currently, she is living in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. She has a really happening life with her husband, - Ranveer Singh. No doubt she is best in her acting career, but in addition to this, she has also written some amazing columns. She is also engaged in fitness and women’s magazines. Also, she is one of the best badminton players in India. Some of the awards won by Deepika are the Filmfare award for best actress, screen award for best actress, zee cine awards for a best female debut, stardust award for the actor of the year, stardust award for best actress, IIFA award for best actress, guild award for a best female debut, etc. She was born on 5th January in the year 1986 in Copenhagen, Denmark. But she was further brought up in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Her foremost interest includes playing badminton. During her school days, she has played for the national level championship, and she appeared in many television and print advertisements. But in the end, she decided to become a fashion model and a film actress. Her birth date is 5 January. Her birth year is 1986. And she was born in Copenhagen, Denmark. Every year she celebrates her birthday with her friends and family on 5th January 1986. Deepika is not so old, and she is 35 years old. She is a young beauty of Indian cinema and is loved by millions of people. Deepika is a well-known model, and she has a good height. Her height is 5 foot 9 inches or, in other terms, 175 cm. She attended Sophia high school in the beautiful city of Bangalore. Her pre-university degree is from Mount Carmel school in Bangalore itself. Furthermore, she registered herself at the university - Indira Gandhi national Open University. Deepika is a citizen of India, and currently, she is living in Mumbai with her husband, Ranveer Singh. Basically, Deepika is the Hindu religion. Padukones are known as Hindus. She is a very religious person by nature, and she loves visiting the temple. She lives in beaumonde towers in the area Prabhadevi. Her house is situated on the 26th floor. She has a 4 BHK apartment. It is distributed in 2776 sq ft. Her first self-purchased apartment was bought up in the year 2010. Her dream house was designed by a very talented designer Vinita Chaitanya. She is married to Ranveer Singh in the year 2018. Her father's name is Prakash Padukone. Earlier, he uses to play badminton. Her mother’s name is Ujjala Padukone; she works as a travel agent. She doesn’t have any bother but has a younger sister named Anisha Padukone, and she is a golfer by profession. Deepika’s father’s name is Prakash Padukone, who is a professional badminton player. Deepika’s mother’s name is Ujjala Padukone. And she is a travel agent by profession. She shares a very adorable relation with Deepika. The mother-sister bond between Deepika and Ujjala Padukone is adorable. Deepika has a very loving sister, and they both share an amicable relationship. Deepika has often been found talking about the bond she shares with her younger sister. The name of Deepika’s sister - Anisha Padukone. Anisha is a golfer, and she can really play golf well. She is a much-demanded actress in the Bollywood industry. Her millions of fans are always waiting to see her in movies. Some of the movies already done by Deepika Padukone are- Padmavat, yeh jawani hai deewani, Chennai express, bajirao mastani, om shanty om, tamasha, cocktail, piku, Aishwarya, love aj Kal, desi boys, Chandni chowk to china, raabta, Housefull, Bachna ae Haseeno, break ke baad, dum maaro dum, lafengey parindey, finding fanny, Karthik calling Karthik, aarakshan, khelein hum jee Jaan say, Raam Leela and many more. In addition to this, she has also done a Hollywood movie XXX directed by international director D.J Caruso, opposite Vin diesel. Some of the upcoming movies of Deepika Padukone are chhapaak, 83 the film, Sapna didi biopic, Mahabharata, and an untitled movie with Karan johar and Luv Ranjan as well. Deepika recently married a very multi - talented actor who is a highly paid Indian actor name Ranveer Singh. He is a part of the Bollywood industry, and he has also been featured under - Forbes India’s celebrity 100 lists. They both married each other in 2018 as per the Sindhi tradition first, which was further followed by the Konkani tradition, where they both looked very adorable. She is one of the highest-paid actresses in the Bollywood industry today. Deepika is the actress who is currently on the list of top 10 earners amongst Indian celebrities, including both male and female. She is earning more than other popular female actresses in Bollywood, such as Alia Bhatt, Anushka Sharma, Katrina kaif, etc. Currently, she charges 21 cr. ($3.0 Million) per her movie. She is also working in the Hollywood industry, thus Deepika's overall earning as much per year. Deepika Padukone's net worth has been seen regularly growing per year. It has currently increased to 40 percent per year. This is all because of various sources from which it is earning. As a trendy Hindi film actress, she is presently doing a various famous commercial for oppo mobile phones, Nike, coca-cola, axis bank, and adding much more to her overall stock. Such high-profile commercials fees are helping her to earn much more in just one advertisement. Reportedly, she charges INR6-8 crore for her each endorsement deal. Currently, she is endorsing 21 products, which are very famous brands nationally and internationally. She has also tied up with various companies as being a brand ambassador for them. She is also an avid investor and has invested in several big companies that led to her huge profits. As she was born on Jan 5, her zodiac sign is Capricorn, which resembles a sea-goat. An interesting fact about this sign is that she is the 27th most popular person with this zodiac sign. Her full name is - Deepika Padukone Real name - Deepika Padukone Currently, 18 million USD is her real net worth. Yes, Deepika is very rich and one of the richest actresses in India. She is a golf player. Yes, she is a south Indian. But after marrying Ranveer Singh, who is Sindhi, she also became Sindhi. As of 2021, Deepika Padukone's net worth is roughly estimated at $33 million.
I went out to Target tonight with some friends to pick up Wii Play. We were there at the right time for sure. They had 4 copies of Wii Play and 6 Wii systems in stock! I snagged a couple pictures for you to see for yourselves. February 15, 2007 I got Wii Play yesterday, too! I had the same experience. Great to see supply increasing a bit! Your source for the most up-to-date Nintendo news covering the Nintendo Switch. Manage Cookie Settings © Pure Media LLC
Our freeze dried ground beef is sourced from suppliers that have committed to exclude any mRNA vaccine use in their animal. It's fully cooked and lightly salted. Just add water and allow to fully rehydrate (about 10 minutes), yield is about 300% by weight (e.g. 1 ounce of dry yields 3 ounces hydrated meat). Note, the fat was removed after cooking, so the yield per dry ounce is likely closer to the equivalent of starting with 4 pounds of raw ground beef.
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If this “verse a day” method is the only method we reviewed the Holy bible, aren’t we scamming ourselves? It’s much better than absolutely nothing. I think there’s something missing out on below, as well as I wish I can discuss why by presenting you to A Much Better Method to Review the Scriptures. I have actually checked out and also taken advantage of such publications. My other half and also I have actually reviewed John Piper’s The Dawning of Undestroyable Happiness, twenty-five everyday analyses for arrival. It was superb and also adheres to the style defined over. The Holy bible is not a normal biblical truth publication in flow. Due to the fact that of its normal attributes, the Holy bible has actually been in inquiry and also had actually been substantially slammed for numerous years. It is for this factor that the Scriptures is held remarkable, dependable and also passionate publication. Act you are speaking to a person concerning this publication, possibly a buddy or a relative or an associate. He or she has not review guide, although he might have come across it. Such religious publications are as prominent today as they have actually ever before been. And also I’m not condemning them. These publications consist of God’s reality as well as are created by dedicated Christ-followers whose genuine objective is to connect words of God to individuals of God. Currently, believe awhile concerning why you such as this publication a lot. As well as just how you appreciated reviewing it as well as took advantage of it– just how beneficial it was. HISTORIC CONCERNS OF THE SCRIPTURES The Holy bible, particularly the Old Testimony, is complete of tales- stories that position the Scriptures in inquiry. There are ancient proofs that confirm these occasions, locations as well as Scriptures personalities to have actually been really taken area as well as existed. Upon the exploration of the Hittite’s documents and also their resources at Bogazkoy in Turkey that confirmed the Scriptures’s documents of their presence. There are numerous excellent ways to check out the Scriptures. The function of this post is to describe what I call “A Better Means” to review it. By “deficiency,” I suggest that it’s for really brief amount of times, and also it might include checking out one knowledgeable from a day-to-day religious publication that follows this layout: a knowledgeable is priced quote and after that the writer offers a couple of paragraphs of description as well as application, together with a petition at the end. Initially, allow’s deal with the problem of whether we really review the Holy bible. It shows up to me that lots of proclaiming Christian do not check out the Holy bible a lot. It’s with disparity and/or deficiency if they do. I go to prayer solutions routinely as well as offer cash as well as offer in the church (in the baby room, or as an usher, or in any type of number of various other vital means). I’m doing penalty without this ‘Silent Time’ individuals chat concerning. Please make note that I’m mosting likely to talk about reviewing the Holy bible instead of examining it, contemplating it, or remembering it (which, certainly, are likewise important methods to hang out in words). In this paper, this author intends to give important however numerous factors that will certainly show the honesty of the Scriptures. This author additionally discovered a number of works by valued and also trustworthy theologians, authors and also archeologists that worked with discovering the solution to the concerns as well as objections which intended to negate the reality of the Holy bible’s integrity. 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This uncertainty is the reality of the investing world. Often put to the side but always present, whether at the end of a prospectus or part of a disclaimer, the words Past Performance is NOT Indicative of Future Results are in my opinion the hardest part of any investing endeavor. For if you cannot rely on past results to make decisions for the future what can you do? Is all the knowledge and wisdom of past experiences meaningless? Investing in the S&P 500 Let’s take the case of the S&P 500 for example. As I mentioned in my post The Lost Decade, when I started investing in the stock market I was told that I can expect to make an average of 10% per year. Financial literature sometimes says this number is closer to 7%. This means that although one cannot expect to make money every year, over the long term one hopes to come out ahead. In my post The Lost Decade I also mentioned how I had invested monies for about 10 years and did not have anything to show for it. How would have I done if instead of starting to put in monies in January of 1998 I had started in December of 1997 or March of 1996 or any other day? To answer this question let’s have a look at what would have happened had an investor put in money in the S&P 500 and held it for a 10 year period. We will look at the results for each day between 1950 to the present as illustrated by the chart below. For the purposes of this example will will consider the case when the investor makes one single investment at the outset and holds it for 10 years. For example, on 01/04/1950 the S&P 500 closed at $16.85. Ten years later, on 01/04/1960, it closed at $59.91. Thus if an investor had gone in the market with an investment in the S&P 500 at the end of the day on 01/04/1950, ten years later on 01/04/1960, they would have had a return of 253.18%. If we repeat this calculation for every day between 1950 and 2016 we get the chart below. The most striking feature of the above chart is that there is a huge difference in the expected 10 year returns. This difference depends on when the investor made his investment and what the market did in the 10 years after that. Although the average 10 year return is 111.2%, the minimum return is -48% while the maximum return is 415% where 100% return corresponds to doubling you money, -50% corresponds to loosing half of it etc… We can use the 10 year returns to compute the compound annual gross rate or CAGR which gives us an estimate of how our investment performed on a year by year basis. This can be calculated using the formula: CAGR = [(Ending Value/Beginning Value) ^ (1/Number of Years )] -1 Computing this value for every ten year period between 1950 and 2016, as we had done previously for the 10 year returns, we get the chart below. The above chart shows that for the 10 year period ending on 9/1/2000 the investor would have had a CAGR of 17.80% while for the 10 year period ending on 3/9/2009 he or she would have had a CAGR of -6.33%. The average CAGR corresponding to the average 10 year return of 111.2% is 7.76%. Dealing With Uncertainty The above discussion makes it very clear that the investor would be naive to expect his investment to return a CAGR of 7.76%. Although this might be true in a theoretical sense since the mean or expected value is indeed 7.76%, in the practical world, the investor could end up waiting 10 years only to loose half his money ! To properly address this uncertainty the investor needs some better tools. This is where statistics comes in. Using statistics the investor can replace the deceptively secure deterministic statement that his investment is going to yield 7.76% with a more truthful probabilistic statement that also tells the investor the odds that his investment is not going to work out as expected. The odds of the investment not working out are computed from the histogram of investment returns as shown below. The histogram looks at how many times the return of a 10 year investment falls within a particular range and then uses this information to compute the probability that an investment will be within the desired expectations. The histogram data above shows that the investor has a 49.45% chance that the CAGR of his or her 10 year investment in the S&P 500 will be 7.18% or higher. It also shows that he or she only has a 31.88% chance that the CAGR of his or her 10 year investment in the S&P 500 will be 10.03% or higher. This has very different implications to the average investor than saying they can expect a CAGR of 7.76%! These probabilities are saying that there is at least about a 50% chance that after 10 years, the investor is going to be disappointed. In it for the long haul Although 10 years are a considerably long time for any investor, let’s have a look at an even longer time frame. How would the investor have done had he or she chosen to stay the course and stayed in the market for another 15 years for a total of 25 years? The above chart shows similar characteristics to its counterpart for the 10 year holding period. In particular it shows that although the average 25 year return was at 536%, the minimum was at 122% and the maximum at 2068% for a total difference of 1946%. We can use the 25 years returns to compute the CAGR as shown in the chart below. The above chart shows that for the 25 year period ending on 8/10/1982 an investor would have had a CAGR of 3.39% while for the 25 year period ending on 6/29/1999 an investor would have enjoyed a CAGR of 13.09%. The average CAGR corresponding to the average 25 year return of 536% is at 7.68%. Using statistics to quantify the uncertainty on the 25 year returns we get the following histogram and data table: The histogram data above shows that the investor has a 51.28% chance that the CAGR of his 25 year investment in the S&P 500 will be 6.82% or higher. It also shows that he or she only has a 12.74% chance that the CAGR of a 25 year investment in the S&P 500 will be 9.94% or higher. Conversely, these probabilities are also saying that there is at least about 50% chance that after 25 years, the investor is going to be disappointed. The Informed Investor The above discussions clearly demonstrate that if an investor plans on funding their retirement by investing in an index fund such as the S&P 500, despite their best efforts, disciplined approach and regular contributions, there is a 50% chance that they are not going to have enough money to retire. These odds are no better than a coin flip! The good news in all of this is that today’s investor has time on their side. They can make decisions today such that they increase the odds that 10 years or 25 years from now their investment meets their expectations. I’ve chosen to tilt the odds in my favor by adding a diverse group of quantitative strategies to my portfolio. As discussed in the post, True Diversification I believe that true portfolio diversification comes from using different strategies based upon different assumptions. By allocating my assets to several quantitative Investment Strategies with superior Investment Returns, I feel confident that no matter what the market does in the next 25 years my portfolio will continue to grow as planned. What are you going to do?
This is a Roberto Benigni comedy that had me in stitches. In this Italian movie, the main character Loris is an anti-social guy with an overactive sex drive. The comedy in this movie begins very early on when he makes some moves on the wrong woman at a party. Hysterical, she files a police report against him and the police chief thinks that they finally found a serial killer and sex addict they’ve been looking for a long time. The movie is just a hilarious compilation jokes and and ridiculous moments and mistaken identity from there on out. I don’t think this movie would have been as funny if anyone other than Benigni would have been cast. He gives a very physical performance here. Peak Jim Carrey, Ace Ventura-like performance. Without him, this would just have been a modern badly-reviewed, over-saturated with sex jokes forgettable comedy. Don’t you dare skip this movie! Go watch it! 8,5/10* I would have given it the perfect grade, but, towards the end, the movie kind of dragged. This is still a very good comedy and I highly recommend it.
Virgo Full Moon: March 18th, 2022.Healing Arts Welcome to my third entry on all the full moons of this wonderful year of 2022! Can you believe I already started to feel this full moon exactly 11 days before the full moon? Therefore, I am writing my post a little early to prepare. The act of writing about the moons really helps me out and I hope it is helpful to anyone out there in digital land who may read these blog posts. This month, we have the full moon in Virgo on Friday the 18th (Worm Moon), however, if I am not mistaken, the moon is pretty much Libra as it is Virgo coming into the 5th house of Leo as it becomes a Libra moon about 4 hours after it becomes full. Interesting, because it did not feel very Virgo-y to me. I am feeling the Libra, though and the 5th house is super fun. I live for the 5th house! The 5th house is very playful, creative, and childlike and I feel the Libra moon vibes settle in nicely there. You might also feel the Virgo moon leading up to the full moon: qualities of detail, perhaps some overthinking and a need to be perfect, to push and overanalyze everything with a microscope in the attempt to connect with earth (Virgo is earth, yet soft), if you are feeling this, just remember to breathe and you will get that relief of airy Libra soon enough this full moon. Honor the Virgo earth energy in that details are key; however, imperfection is okay, too… it´s HUMAN. The Libra version of the full moon feels light, colorful, beautiful, and harmonious, plus it is in a very fun yet strong house, so the moon being all by itself does not feel lonely or not supported at all! This will have a positive impact on our emotional state or experience! For example, I am the queen of typos. I notice errors even after others have read my writing… still errors, and I must remember that 5th house when I get fixed on the details too much. As professional, accurate, and articulate as I want to sound… I always must remember to play, learn, relax and have fun. It is okay to not be perfect and it is amazing that we hold ourselves to such high standards sometimes, but the goal is to not let it impact our health or well-being too much, to know when to loosen our grip (when the stress becomes toxic) on perfection and reassess our approach toward ourselves and our work. All the above energy makes sense due to the Pisces Sun being in opposition to the moon. I feel it so much! Feeling all I mentioned above and then adding to the mix: ¨But, I am always changing!¨ YES! This says it all. It is this tug to keep changing and growing and, making mistakes is all part of that. Everything changes as I change, and that can feel frustrating when I am so tightly attached to my work. The message of the Pisces Sun is to let go a little when we can: when it does not negatively impact our work or life, but when it can be held and nurtured in a safe way (very Pisces!) There are a lot of planets all next to each other on this full moon. Check out the image above: you can see this ¨crown¨ of planets above the moon and they are all very close to each other. On the right we have: Pluto in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Venus in Aquarius, Saturn in Aquarius, and then on the left we have: Mercury in Pisces, Jupiter in Pisces, Neptune in Pisces, Sun in Pisces (also Chiron in Aries) with Uranus and True North (Node) in Taurus to the far left hangin’ solo. Phew! I could easily write a book on all these planets and what is going on there. The planets are all working together and are very harmonious, however, all these planets are so far from the moon – this makes me feel like the collective is needing to be strong right now to support our very human emotional experience (moon). I think this emotional experience may or may not feel intense to some, but for me it feels like all the planets are strengthening me emotionally and mentally taking on some of the work, for me to rest a bit, seek refugee on the earth, and adapt to the changes in my body (with all the Pisces goodness). I feel there is a lot of change happening this full moon and leading up to it but in more subtle ways. Like when we sleep, the earthy Capricorn Pluto is helping integrate all the changes through our dreams, organizing everything so we do not have to think so much. We can let the planets help, remembering that we are not alone and truly, the universe is always trying to help us out on every level! True North (Node) in Taurus is also a nice grounding break or tool from a lot of air (Aquarius) and water (Pisces) so if you ever feel a little out of sorts this moon… try to find those earthly comforts to ground, nourish, savor, cherish, and treasure. Curling up with a book and warm tea, a foot massage, a good workout, or a nice walk savoring a sunset, cooking a nice meal, cuddling with your pet, or going to your favorite cafe with a friend. It is the simple things that this full moon True North reminds us of, that are so powerful and needed for our support and well-being. A few highlights/tips for this full moon that might help support you: ☾☽ Remember the True Node in Taurus this full moon and how it can support us so much. It is all in the little things. What earthly pleasure is on your mind or heart as we near the full moon that you have really wanted to savor and enjoy? One thing for me lately is men’s sweatpants… I love them. So cozy! ☾☽ Dream yourself into reality. Literally (Pluto) & metaphorically (Pisces). We might feel so dreamy and like a visionary like the Pisces always wanting to change and dream and also the Pluto in Capricorn helping us on a biological/physical level truly letting our dreams do the work as we sleep. ☾☽ Prioritize quality sleep and hydration. ☾☽ Prioritize and maintain a sense of balance by doing anything to your heart’s desire (Aries MC) maybe it is breaking a sweat in a good workout, some yoga, breathing, or anything healthy you are feeling. Listen to your body as it will tell you what it is you need personally! I say focus on your form and make sure you try your best to tend equally to both sides of the body as much as you can to promote balance. I know your full moon will be so wonderful! With love, light, and ease, WORD FOR THIS FULL MOON: MANTRA FOR THIS FULL MOON: I do not have to have it all figured out Homie, ´cuz ya don´t! Rachel Nova, Astrologer at My True North Astrologer All images © Rachel Nova Friendly reminder (disclaimer): Please note that the purpose of the above blog post is to share some insights and themes I personally came to understand through the study of astrology around the full moon. Remember that we all feel the full moon differently and so you may not resonate with everything I wrote in this post. As always, dismiss anything that does not resonate with you or help you. It is also important to note that the information in this post cannot act as a substitute for any kind of therapy with a licensed professional or replace your personal self-care practices, however, can add to it or complement it. My intention is simply to aid in your experience of the full moon by providing some information I have personally gathered based on my studies in astrology while also adding some of my personality and personal information so that you can compare it with your own astrology information as I find this very helpful. It is helpful to get to know my relationship with the stars and planets so that you have something to compare your own relationship with your natal chart/stars and planets as well. I find this very helpful in the way I teach and share astrology. I also think sharing a little bit about myself helps me to connect with you!
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Subscribe to the Real Truth for FREE news and analysis.Subscribe Now MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – The young technician shut off the electricity at a cellular tower in rural Mexico to begin some routine maintenance. Within 10 minutes, he had company: three armed men dressed in fatigues emblazoned with the logo of a major drug cartel. The traffickers had a particular interest in that tower, owned by Boston-based American Tower Corp, which rents space to carriers on its thousands of cellular sites in Mexico. The cartel had installed its own antennas on the structure to support their two-way radios, but the contractor had unwittingly blacked out the shadowy network. The visitors let him off with a warning. “I was so nervous…Seeing them armed in front of you, you don’t know how to react,” the worker told Reuters, recalling the 2018 encounter. “Little by little, you learn how to coexist with them, how to address them, how to make them see that you don’t represent a threat.” The contractor had disrupted a small link in a vast criminal network that spans much of Mexico. In addition to high-end encrypted cell phones and popular messaging apps, traffickers still rely heavily on two-way radios like the ones police and firefighters use to coordinate their teams on the ground. Traffickers often erect their own radio antennas in rural areas. They also install so-called parasite antennas on existing cell towers, layering their criminal communications network on top of the official one. By piggybacking on telecom companies’ infrastructure, cartels save money and evade detection since their own towers are more easily spotted and torn down, law enforcement experts said. The practice has been widely acknowledged by telecom companies and Mexican officials for years. The problem persists because the government has made inconsistent efforts to take it on, and because companies have little recourse to stop it, experts on law enforcement and Mexican society said. “There is a sense of powerlessness” in Mexico, said Duncan Wood, director of the Wilson Center’s Mexico Institute in Washington. He said companies feel they “cannot respond to issues like this because [they] are afraid of the consequences from groups that essentially enjoy impunity.” Mexico’s Defense Ministry said it provides security for federal agencies that request its help in dismantling “parasitic equipment” installed by cartels on cell towers. The nation’s Attorney General’s office did not respond to a request for comment about criminal activity at these sites. The Federal Telecommunications Institute, Mexico’s telecom and broadcasting regulator, said its compliance unit had not received reports of parasite antennas from any companies under its jurisdiction. Reuters has provided the first in-depth account of how traffickers exploit Mexico’s telecom infrastructure and the toll it takes on workers. The news organization interviewed 14 current and former telecom workers about the interactions that they and their colleagues have had with criminal groups at cell towers. Twelve of them said they had seen parasite antennas on towers belonging to Telesites SAB de CV, a tower rental company in which the family of Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim is a major shareholder; as well as American Tower, U.S. carrier AT&T Corp, Spain’s Telefonica SA and Mexico’s Axtel SAB de CV. Reuters is omitting the technicians’ names, details of where they work and most names of cartels they encounter for the workers’ protection. Two technicians shared texts they exchanged with colleagues regarding on-the-job run-ins with organized crime at the cell towers, and one of them shared a photo of an illicit device he discovered in the course of his work. The incidents the 12 workers recounted occurred between 2015 and 2020 in several Mexican states. Most of the technicians said they encounter the devices, known colloquially as narco-antennas, just a few times a year. But one engineer who spoke with Reuters estimated that parasite antennas are present on roughly 20 percent of towers where his firm works, while another said about 30 percent of his sites had them when local criminals were particularly active in his area in 2018. Their No. 1 rule when discovering cartel equipment on a tower is simple: Don’t touch it. Dealing with gangsters in person is trickier, they said, requiring diplomacy and a cool head. Some said their interactions have been cordial, bordering on friendly. Others said they have been threatened, detained and at times fearful for their lives. The traffickers “convey their superiority…it’s like when someone wants to mark their territory,” one technician said. “I can’t get nervous because they pick up on when someone is secure and when someone is very afraid.” Cartels and other criminal groups sometimes demand telecom workers pay “security payments” or “quotas” in order to perform maintenance on towers and other tasks, according to five contract laborers who have worked on projects involving America Movil SAB de CV, Slim’s telecommunications firm, as well as American Tower and AT&T. These people said the best strategy is to be polite, stay calm and pay up immediately. Those costs get passed along to their employers; laborers for subcontractors said their firms often charge the big telecom companies higher rates for working in dicey areas. A spokesman for America Movil and Telesites declined to comment. Axtel, which sold some of its telecom towers in 2017, said it had not received any reports of incidents on its remaining infrastructure. AT&T said that “under no circumstances” does it “tolerate or authorize payments outside of those established by law.” An American Tower spokesman said “we have not received any credible reports” of parasite antennas or other cartel activities at the company’s Mexican sites. He said the firm alerts local authorities immediately if a site is vandalized, and that “the safety of those who work on our towers, as well as the towers’ continued secure operation, are our top priorities.” Guillermo Ramos, Telefonica’s director of security in Mexico, said the company has not received any reports of parasite antennas over at least the past year. Narco-antennas are just one aspect of telecom companies’ headaches in Mexico. Criminals raid their infrastructure for batteries and copper cables to resell on the black market, executives in the sector told Reuters. Stories like this are unfolding in industries across Mexico as criminal groups branch out far beyond drugs. Cartels have siphoned millions of dollars’ worth of fuel from Mexican state oil company Petroleos Mexicanos or Pemex in recent years; they steal cargo and pilfer lumber. The tentacles of organized crime extend even into Mexico’s avocado growing regions, where gangs extort farmers and hijack loads of the green fruit. Radios are an indispensable tool for cartels and part of their lore. One classic narco-ballad or “corrido” celebrating the notorious Zetas syndicate depicts members speaking over their two-way handsets. When it comes to communicating in real-time with large groups, radio is tough to beat. These networks are often encrypted and, unlike cellular networks, the location of someone using a radio cannot easily be pinpointed, said Paul Craine, a former director of the DEA’s operations in Mexico and Central America. A vast web of antennas is necessary to power those networks, and Mexico’s thousands of cellular towers, many tucked away in rural areas, provide ready-made places to install them. Mr. Craine said he consistently observed cartels latching onto cellular towers while working in Mexico from 2012 to 2018. To a trained eye, cartel equipment sticks out like a sore thumb. At the foot of the tower, criminals place a base station, which generates the radio waves, often tucked into a suitcase or picnic cooler for protection from the sun, according to Mr. Craine and the technicians who spoke with Reuters. Higher up they install parasite antennas to project the signal. Gangs typically do not bother with camouflage. The Zetas are particularly brash, Mr. Craine said. He recalled seeing coolers emblazoned with their logo: the letter Z. A former engineer for Huawei Technologies Co, the Chinese telecom vendor, told Reuters that one of the workers he supervised sent him a photo of a device on a Telesites tower in early 2018 with a sign that read: “This antenna belongs to the Zetas. If any problems arise, please call…” followed by a phone number. The equipment persists on companies’ networks, industry executives and law enforcement experts said, due to the difficulty of rooting out the devices across far-flung towers, and the risks that removal might pose to engineers in the field, many of whom do not report them out of fear. The National Association of Telecommunications (ANATEL), a trade group representing players including America Movil, AT&T and Telefonica, said companies it surveyed reported 62 parasite antennas from 2017 through mid-2018, the most current data available. Nearly 3,000 batteries were stolen from cell towers over the same period, it said. ANATEL CEO Gabriel Szekely said he had no more information to provide on the phenomenon. He told the Mexican newspaper Reforma in 2018 it was clear that criminal groups were capitalizing on what companies had built. “Suddenly you find devices that are not yours, they belong to organized crime,” Mr. Szekely told Reforma. “And there are places where they do not even let you in to maintain your own facilities.” In the worst criminal hot spots, maintaining towers often comes at a price. The five telecom workers who told Reuters that they or their colleagues had been forced to pay up said those encounters typically involved groups of armed men confronting them at the towers. The workers are sometimes unsure of exactly who they are dealing with. In some parts of rural Mexico, self-defense organizations have emerged to fill the vacuum left by the state, with these vigilantes often running elaborate extortion schemes to fund their operations, security analysts said. Two people who work for an AT&T subcontractor said there are a number of towers where they routinely pay 500 to 1,000 pesos ($22.34 to $44.67) any day they want to perform maintenance. One of the people estimated the number of towers at 11. Sometimes the demands are larger. In 2017, a group demanded a payment of about $1,000 from subcontractors working on a large project for America Movil involving multiple towers, according to an engineer who was involved. The criminals called a representative of Huawei, which was overseeing the job, to escalate the threat, the person said. The engineer said the criminal group was courteous throughout the negotiations, addressing workers as “usted,” a Spanish pronoun that conveys respect. The telecom crew had no trouble after they paid. “It was a gentleman’s agreement,” the engineer said. That worker said Huawei pays subcontractors more to work in high-risk areas, which enabled the crew to recover what it paid. He showed Reuters a copy of a contract that included an “allowance for site in dangerous city.” Two other subcontractors told Reuters that allowance has helped them cover the cost of extortion payments. Technicians who work in dangerous parts of Mexico say making nice with drug traffickers is a crucial part of the job. One subcontractor said traffickers stick close to his crews to ensure workers do not touch cartel antennas, and to be certain they are not enemies who have come to spy on them. “You work with a narco-escort,” the subcontractor said. Cartels have kidnapped technicians doing maintenance on cellular towers to make them fix their networks, people working in the sector said. The technicians usually are released after a few days, if not sooner. Still, those who spoke with Reuters said they live in fear of being forced by traffickers to do such work, lest they be killed for knowing too much, or become targets of authorities or rival criminal groups for being complicit. Whenever possible, they said, they downplay their expertise. After traumatic run-ins with cartels, some technicians refuse to go into the field or have left the industry entirely, people working in the sector said. One subcontractor estimated that 10 workers, primarily new recruits, quit his company over the past year due to security concerns. Even old hands can run into trouble. In 2016, a technician working for an America Movil supplier learned his colleagues had been turned away from a site in a cartel stronghold. Determined to finish the job, the engineer headed to the tower alone. He was quickly surrounded by five men armed with long guns and dressed in clothing bearing the cartel’s initials. They forced him into their vehicle and took him to a house in town, where their boss was waiting. The engineer said he reverted to his security training, resolving not to show fear. When the cartel boss complained that his antennas had been failing, the captive seized an opening. “It’s in all our interest that the tower is working,” he recalls saying. “Just let us work, and we won’t interfere with your equipment…On the contrary, we’ll check it for you.” The cartel agreed, driving the engineer back to the tower. He said he re-established service at the tower and made a perfunctory check of the illicit antennas. He tried to head off any requests for additional help, saying he was a supervisor whose technical skills were rusty. Throughout the encounter, the engineer maintained his composure. But when he returned to his hotel room that evening, he said his body shook with such force that he thought he might be having a breakdown. “In the moment, I was fine, I just trusted in God,” he said. “My nerves got me afterwards.” The young technician who accidentally disrupted a cartel’s communications at an American Tower site told Reuters he knows the risk he is taking. But he said he has a family to support and earns a premium for working in a territory that many peers would not touch. After a few years working the area, he said he has established a rapport with gang members, who often let him pass to the job site with little more than a wave hello. He has learned from his early mistake. Now, before he cuts the power, he first connects any parasite antennas to a generator to ensure the cartel’s network keeps humming. Despite the government throwing a full-out effort into dismantling drug trafficking organizations, Mexican cartels’ influence have only expanded. Analysts estimate that up to $50 billion is earned from the organizations’ wholesaling of illicit drugs. The war over control of the drug trade in Mexico has made the nation one of the deadliest in the world. 41,000 were killed in conflicts between cartel members and Mexican servicemen from 2006 to 2019. Yet civilians caught in the crossfire contributed to record numbers of murders. In just the first four months of 2020, homicides in Mexico climbed 2.4 percent from the same period last year to 11,535. A total of just over 34,600 murders were counted for all of 2019. Whether taking a hardline, militant stance against organized crime or President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador’s abrazos, no balazos (hugs, not bullets) campaign, violence and illegal drug activity seems to only get worse. As it does, people like telecommunications technicians find themselves stuck not taking sides on good versus evil—but choosing life versus death. Read Why Man Cannot Solve His Problems to see why policy has proven wholly incapable of curbing Mexico’s crime and murders, but also to learn what can.
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CBRE Global Investors has bought a 1.82m sqft UK warehouse and distribution centre from Sports Direct in a £120.1m (€135.9m) deal. The manager said it exchanged contracts, on behalf of an international separate account client, to buy the sporting goods retailer’s headquarters and national distribution centre located in Shirebrook near Mansfield in Derbyshire. The property will be let to SportsDirect.com Retail for a term of 15 years. The campus consists of six buildings. The facility was developed in phases since 2004 and the final phase was completed in 2018. The entire campus covers 75.24 acres and has over 1,300 car parking spaces. Rob Trevor, a senior director and sector specialist for UK logistics, CBRE Global Investors, said: “The facility at Shirebrook has been built to the highest specification, it is located in the heart of the East Midlands, the UK’s most active region for logistics in 2018 and has access to a good labour pool. “In Sports Direct we have a long-term partner who has put its logistics supply chain at the centre of its highly successful business model. In summary, we believe our client has acquired one of the prime XXL warehouses in the UK “ Michael Ness, head of UK, CBRE Global Investors said: “Our client was looking for further diversification within their UK portfolio and this core acquisition increases their weighting to the industrial and logistics sector. The asset provides a highly attractive and secure long-term income stream.” Michael Murray head of elevation and innovation at Sports Direct said: “We believe that this transaction will realise great long-term value for the business and its shareholders, as we continue to invest in our elevation strategy across the UK and Europe, whilst partnering with an investor who shares our vision.”
Principal Real Estate has raised an initial €155m for Principal European Data Centre Fund, a fund with a €450m hard cap target. The manager said the European data centre fund’s first close was backed by seven investors, including asset managers, pension funds, and insurance companies located in France, Germany, Spain, and Malaysia. The closed-ended fund will focus on manage-to-core data centre assets in Europe. Principal Real Estate, which entered the data centre market in 2007, closed its first closed-end data centre fund in the US in June last year, raising €471.4m. The manager said it has so far committed over €1.75bn in data centre acquisitions and developments and owns more than €1.18bn in data centre real estate investment trusts. Paul Lewis, director of European data centres at Principal Real Estate, said: “We have been evaluating the European data centre sector for the last 2-3 years, closely watching demand drivers such as advancements in technology and increased data consumption to determine the right time to launch a fund. “With the first close being above our target equity raise, we are in a strong position to achieve our goals for the final close and to begin executing on our acquisition plans across Europe.” To read the latest edition of the latest IPE Real Assets magazine click here.
As we approach the end of June, Xbox gamers get excited about the possibility of what free games will be on offer with Xbox’s Games with Gold. Being the start of a new financial year I had high hopes for some bangers, so let’s see what’s on the menu. Starting off with Xbox One we have two titles from Xbox’s indie collection: Moving onto Xbox 360 offerings (which can also be played on Xbox One through Backward Compatibility): - Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown ($14.99 ERP) will be free for Xbox Live Gold members through July 15th - Splinter Cell Conviction ($19.99 ERP) for free through July 31st. Now I don’t know about you but this line up didn’t leave me with the warm and fuzzies, however hopefully there is something there that you are keen to add to your library. It total, July’s Games with Gold represent a saving of $64.69 USD if you pick up all four titles.
Whether it’s a stubborn spirit or an unwanted energy that is lingering around, using incense to banish them is a powerful tool to rid yourself of unwanted influences. Incense has been used for thousands of years for its enchanting, purifying and transformative properties. There are many wonderful incense scents that can be used for banishment spells and here are 12 of them. Dragon’s Blood is one of the most popular incense scents used in banishment spells due to its strong and earthy aroma. It is believed to provide protection from negative energy, as well as to expel unwanted spirits. Frankincense is a timeless scent with an alluring aroma that is often used in spiritual ceremonies and rituals. It has been used for centuries to purify the air and rid oneself of any negative energies. Myrrh is an ancient and sacred incense scent that is believed to offer spiritual protection from any dark forces or energies. The smell of myrrh is quite strong and pungent, so it can be used to powerfully banish any unwanted spirits. Sage is one of the most commonly used incense scents in banishment spells due to its cleansing properties. It can help clear out any negative energies in the home while also offering protection from any unwanted spirits. Cinnamon has a sweet and spicy aroma that can help to purify the air and ward off any unwanted energies. It is believed to offer powerful protection from negative entities while also helping to restore balance and harmony. Copal is a traditional Mayan incense scent made from tree resin, which has been used for centuries in spiritual ceremonies. It has been known to offer protection from any dark energies while also helping to cleanse the atmosphere. Patchouli has a sweet and earthy aroma that can help rid the air of any negativity or dark forces. It is believed to be a powerful tool for banishment spells, as it helps protect against any intrusive energies or spirits. White Sage has long been used in spiritual ceremonies and rituals due to its potent cleansing properties. It can help clear out any negative energies while also offering protection from dark forces or entities. Lavender has a calming and soothing aroma that can help restore peace and harmony in the home. It is believed to help ward off any unwanted spirits while also helping to cleanse the atmosphere of negative energy. Palo Santo is a sacred wood that has been used for centuries in spiritual ceremonies due to its cleansing properties. It can help clear out any negative energies while also providing protection from any dark forces or entities. Cedarwood has an earthy aroma that can help purify the air and ward off any unwanted spirits or energies. It is believed to provide powerful protection from dark forces while also restoring balance and harmony in the home. Mugwort has a sweet and calming aroma that can help restore peace and harmony in the home. It has been known to be a powerful tool for banishment spells, as it helps protect against any intrusive energies or spirits while cleansing the atmosphere of negativity. When choosing an incense scent for banishment spells, you should look for ones that have strong cleansing properties such as dragon’s blood, frankincense, myrrh, sage, cinnamon, copal, patchouli, white sage, lavender, palo santo, cedarwood and mugwort. When using incense for banishment spells, you should make sure you light it in a safe place away from flammable materials such as curtains or furniture. You should also ensure that you have adequate ventilation so that the smoke does not become overwhelming in the room. Once lit you should focus on your intention while visualizing any negative energy being banished away from the area. When finished, extinguish the incense safely before disposing of it responsibly. You should use incense for banishment spells whenever you feel there is an energetic imbalance or presence of unwanted spirits in your home or space. If you find yourself feeling unsettled or uneasy in certain areas then it may be time to use an incense spell to expel any negativity from your environment. Yes, it is important to remember that you should always practice safety when using incense for banishment spells – such as having adequate ventilation, lighting it away from flammable materials and extinguishing it safely when finished – as well as being mindful of your intentions when casting your spell and respecting the energies you are working with at all times. Using incense for banishment spells can be an effective way of ridding yourself of unwanted energies or spirits in your home or space. There are many wonderful scents available, each with their own unique cleansing properties that can help clear out negativity while offering protection from dark forces or entities at the same time. Remember to always practice safety when using incense for banishment spells and respect the energies you are working with at all times.
You may want to see a sleep doctor Austin TX if you’re suffering from chronic pain, snoring, or sleep apnea. Lack of sleep can cause many serious chronic health problems, including decreased immune function and a higher risk of car crashes. In many cases, your doctor will refer you to a sleep physician. If You Have Chronic Pain Chronic pain is a severe condition that can affect sleep, mental health, and activities. It may also lead to depression and anxiety. It can stop you from doing activities and may even prevent you from working or going to school. The pain may keep you from sleeping and cause you to be tired all the time. It may also be a result of nerve damage or an injury. If you have chronic pain, you should see your doctor to determine the cause. People with chronic pain are more likely to have sleep disorders. Research shows that 72 percent of chronic pain patients have sleep disorders, including insomnia. Another 30 percent had restless leg syndrome. Sleep disorders can aggravate chronic pain, so seeing a sleep doctor is essential. Chronic pain patients often report having difficulty falling asleep or waking up several times during the night. Many of these patients also report feeling tired in the morning. Insomnia and pain are bidirectional, and many people who suffer from chronic pain want to treat the problem by getting better sleep. If You Have Sleep Apnea Many primary care physicians can diagnose sleep apnea. They may also refer patients to a sleep specialist to get further treatment for the disorder. It is essential to get a thorough sleep analysis from your doctor to rule out other medical conditions. Sleep doctors can help you determine if you are suffering from this disorder by ordering a polysomnogram, which records your sleep using medical devices. This test will record your breathing patterns and the electrical activity in your brain while you are asleep. It can be performed in a sleep lab or at home. If you think you have sleep apnea, you should see a sleep physician as soon as possible to get the proper treatment. Sleep doctors may recommend lifestyle changes that will help you breathe easier at night. Certain medicines may also help you sleep better. A sleep study will help your doctor determine the best course of treatment. If You Have Narcolepsy A sleep doctor is a specialist who can diagnose narcolepsy and make treatment recommendations. They will perform a comprehensive medical history, physical exam, and sleep study to determine the severity of the condition. Patients may be asked to wear a wrist motion sensor for a few weeks and to keep a sleep diary. Your doctor will also evaluate whether you experience cataplexy. A sleep doctor is the best person to diagnose narcolepsy. However, your family doctor can also diagnose the disorder and refer you to a sleep specialist. A sleep doctor can also help you manage your condition, including adjusting medication dosages or prescribing alternate therapies. Lifestyle changes can also help you control your narcolepsy symptoms. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule is essential, ensuring you have plenty of restful naps throughout the day. Regular exercise can also increase your energy level. Tobacco and alcohol use should also be avoided. If You Have to Snore Snoring can be a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea, an underlying medical condition. If you have a history of snoring, you should visit a sleep doctor to have your breathing checked. Snoring can also be caused by nasal problems such as nasal polyps, deviated septum, or blocked nasal passages. Snoring can disrupt your sleep and create tension in your household. Snoring is not dangerous but can interfere with your sleep and your partner’s. If your snoring interferes with your sleep or causes your partner to wake up, you should see a sleep doctor. A sleep doctor will examine your throat, nose, and mouth to determine the cause of your snoring. Snoring is a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea, a severe sleep disorder that causes pauses in breathing. It affects around 3 percent of the general population and is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
What is Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) or Medical Fixity? After a work injury in Washington State, the first step if for the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) to allow your claim. Then, your workers’ compensation claim enters the open and active phase. During this phase, you receive treatment for medical conditions that relate to your workplace injury or industrial disease. Medical treatment under a workers’ comp claim Under the Industrial Insurance Act, work injury claimants receive proper and necessary health care services. Moreover, these services include both diagnosis and treatment for any condition causally related to the L&I claim. Additionally, proper and necessary services may be either curative or rehabilitative in nature. Curative care is treatment to produce permanent changes, to eliminate or lessen the clinical effects of the condition. Rehabilitative care is treatment to allow work injury claimants to regain functional activity on a long-term basis. Maximum medical improvement in an L&I claim Work injury claimants can receive health care services until they reach maximum medical improvement. In other words, until their condition reaches and maintains a state of medical fixity. Maximum medical improvement occurs when doctors do not expect more changes in medical conditions, with or without treatment. Therefore, the term “maximum medical improvement” is equivalent to “fixed and stable” or “medical fixity”. Work injury medical treatment under the law The courts have held that the term “fixed” does not mean “static”. Moreover, when the condition of a work injury victim is deteriorating, then L&I can provide additional medical treatment under the claim. However, if a claimant’s condition is stable to the point where there is no need for further medical treatment, then the work injury claimant reaches maximum medical improvement. This milestone is important for wrapping up the open and active phase of the workers’ compensation claim. It’s also important in assessing the worker’s permanent abilities. Talk to your doctor Therefore, the question of medical fixity is largely a medical question. The opinions of the attending provider and any other treating providers are instrumental in assessing whether the worker is at maximum medical improvement. As always, if you disagree with your medical providers regarding medical fixity, then you must discuss the issue with the provider. Such conversations allow everyone to gain better understanding of the opinion. They also help to determine if there are additional treatment options to consider.
Rarely does a home in this area come on the market, Let alone at this price point! One of the original 1920’s homes just came up for grabs!! This home was a part of the Southworth Nursery back in the day! Built in 1925 with additions from the ’40’s, this home is full of character and charm. The home sits just a stone’s throw from the Puget Sound where Orca’s will come chase seals, and saltwater wildlife thrives! Southworth is a historical little ‘Mayberry’ type neighborhood where many have lived for 50+ years. Originally a Chicken Farm, Plant Nursery and Brick Mine, Southworth has been a quiet, yet tightknit thriving community. This Home is about 1/4 mile from Harper pier, which was the original shipping point for the Southworth Bricks that supplied many builders with Bricks while building in Seattle. The freshly painted, Baby Blue exterior brings out the beautiful Red Brick chimney that helps warm the home with its wood stove insert. The front door opens up to the stairs that bring you upstairs to 2 bedrooms and 2 closets along with under roof storage. To the left of entry, you’ll enjoy wide open living with plenty of space to host your guests while enjoying the natural light that pours in from the surrounding windows. Spacious kitchen with plenty of storage, a walk in pantry and a very roomy Laundry/Mud Room. 1 extra bedroom downstairs as well as one full bathroom. The entire backyard is fenced in and has a great concrete patio that gives you all the space in the world to set up a great firepit area. Bedroom opens to the patio. 2 Car garage with updated wiring and plenty of room for your projects! You will see peekaboo views of the sound, and own property that backs up to one of Southworth’s favorite walks; Cornell Rd. This home is move in ready, or spend some time updating it to your liking before moving in. You’ll be just minutes from town with shopping at Fred Meyer, Albertsons, Tractor Supply and Port Orchard’s downtown dining and bars! The location of this home could not get much better if you commute to the big city of Seattle as the Southworth Ferry is only 2 miles away! The Fast Ferry makes friday night life easy as pie as you can travel only 20 minutes to downtown Seattle, enjoying the bigger city vibes before coming back to this quiet oasis. Come check this one out! It;s special and filled with a coziness that is hard to come by these days! View Listing Here
- 1the liquid that comes from fruit or vegetables - 2a drink made from this liquid - 3power, influence, or vitality Using juice: Examples Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "juice" can be used in various situations through the following examples! I love to drink orange juice in the morning. She squeezed some lemon juice into the salad dressing. The company needs to inject some new juice into its marketing strategy. He lost his juice after working long hours. juice Synonyms and Antonyms Idioms Using juice Without the support of the board, he had no juice to push through his proposal. He squeezed the juice out of his investment by selling at the right time. Her coach gave her the juice she needed to win the race. Phrases with juice to add energy or excitement to something We need to juice up this party with some music and dancing. Let's go to the juice bar and get a healthy drink. a diet consisting of only fruit and vegetable juices for a period of time, usually to detoxify the body She went on a three-day juice cleanse to reset her digestive system. Origins of juice from Old French 'jus', meaning 'liquid' Summary: juice in Brief The term 'juice' [dʒuːs] refers to the liquid extracted from fruits or vegetables, which can be consumed as a drink or used in cooking. It also denotes power, influence, or vitality, as in 'The company needs to inject some new juice into its marketing strategy.' The phrase 'juice up' means to add energy or excitement to something, while 'no juice' implies a lack of power or influence.
As we get older, age-related spinal degeneration becomes more common, which is one of the reasons why cervical stenosis most often appears in people over the age of 50. Cervical stenosis is a chronic condition in which the spinal canal in the region of the neck becomes increasingly narrower, causing the nerves that run through the spinal cord to become compressed, leading to cervical myelopathy, which involves a range of symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness and weakness in the arms, and sometimes in the legs as well. Normal everyday wear and tear on the spine begins to make its effects more known the older we get. The vertebral disks that cushion the spine begin to lose fluid and become less flexible. Small tears can occur in the discs, causing them to bulge into the area of the spinal canal. In addition, the bones of the vertebra itself may begin to break down, and in response to this the body tries to build bone on the site of the damage, creating bone spurs (osteophytes) that may also impinge on the area of the spinal canal. Another condition that can arise as we age is the calcification of our ligaments. This causes them to harden and thicken, and if it involves the ligaments in the spine, this can also create pressure on the nerves that run through the spinal canal. Other possible causes are spondylolisthesis (where one vertebra slips out over the one below it), arthritis (both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis can be risk factors for cervical stenosis), tumors, trauma due to displacement of the discs and bone fragments from fractures that fall into the area of the spinal canal. Cervical stenosis that shows up in young people is generally due to a genetic defect that causes the development of a narrow spinal canal. Mild cases of cervical stenosis often cause little or no pain and can be treated with non-invasive methods such as chiropractic care, physical therapy and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Your Petaluma chiropractor can recommend exercises and stretches that will help to decompress the spinal canal and can use spinal manipulation to help realign misaligned vertebrae or apply traction to increase the space between the vertebral discs. In severe cases your chiropractor can refer you to a qualified neurosurgeon. Corticosteroid injections are sometimes used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain, but these should not be used for a prolonged period of time, and its success is limited. If surgery is required, the surgeon will aim to create more space in the spinal canal so as to take the pressure off the nerves. This most usually involves a laminectomy, where a portion of the spine (the lamina) is removed to create more space for the nerves.
- Joint advanced digital solutions allow a more rapid transition to electric vehicles under a new strategic collaboration - Companies to co-create a highly scalable Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) and Analytics-as-a-Service (AaaS) platform Santa Clara, CA US and TEL AVIV, Israel, Dec. 14, 2021 – Hitachi America, Ltd. (“Hitachi”) and REE Automotive (NASDAQ: REE, “REE”) announced today a newly formed strategic agreement to ease and accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EV) across the entire EV value chain, including enabling EV manufacturing at scale, delivering commercial vehicle charging infrastructure and energy management, and providing comprehensive digital fleet management and operations for full visibility across EV fleets as organizations transition over the next decade. Hitachi and REE will accelerate the development of advanced digital solutions for REE customers by co-creating a highly scalable Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) and Analytics-as-a-Service (AaaS) platform, which will enable next-generation connected commercial EVs. Leveraging Hitachi’s Lumada data platform and REE’s platform modularity and horizontal business strategy, the companies aim to bring to market a truly modular, smart EV solution to serve all segments, including delivery, logistics, and mobility-as-a-service. “We are excited to partner with REE to help accelerate the transition to EVs globally,” said Hicham Abdessamad, Chairman and CEO, Hitachi America, Ltd. “Hitachi is deeply committed to sustainability, and with our long history of innovation in energy, mobility, manufacturing and digital, together with REE’s transformative, innovative approach to EV and autonomous vehicles (AV), we are well positioned to accelerate and ease the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles at scale, a mission that we both share.” Through this partnership, Hitachi and REE are committed to bring data-driven, scalable, sustainable electric vehicle, commercial mobility solutions to market that deliver value while helping to achieve carbon emissions goals and which will enable a complete, connected ecosystem of services for commercial mobility and transportation. “This alliance with Hitachi comes at an ideal time for REE as we value their best-in-class innovation and experience in data science and analytics, enabling us to provide a complete solution to our customers,” said REE Co-founder and CEO Daniel Barel. “With Hitachi’s innovation and invaluable expertise in EV and digital technologies, REE is primed to build on our early leadership position as the leading e-Mobility platform across the globe. In addition, Hitachi is a well-known and respected player in the automotive, energy and digital industry which can drive customer orders, and we are looking forward to benefiting from their extensive sales network and relationships.” Hitachi Media Contact: REE Media Contact: About Hitachi America, Ltd. Hitachi America, Ltd., headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501). Hitachi America – the North American regional headquarters of Hitachi, Ltd. – and the 101 Hitachi Group companies in North America, employs over 35,000 people as of March 2021. As a responsible corporate citizen, Hitachi Group is focused on its Social Innovation Business, which combines information technology (IT), operational technology (OT) and products to deliver solutions that increase social, environmental and economic value across six domains; IT, Energy, Industry, Mobility, Smart Life and Automotive Systems. This is made possible through Lumada – Hitachi’s advanced digital solutions, services, and technologies turn data into insights to drive digital innovation. Hitachi, Ltd. is a Principal Partner of COP26, playing a leading role in the efforts to achieve a decarbonized society and become a climate change innovator. Hitachi strives to achieve carbon neutrality at all its business sites by fiscal 2030 and across the company’s value chain by fiscal 2050. About REE Automotive REE (Nasdaq: REE) is an automotive technology leader whose mission is to empower companies to build any size or shape of electric or autonomous vehicle – from Class 1 through Class 6 – for any application and any target market. REE aims to serve as the underpinning on top of which EVs and AVs will be built and envisions a future where EVs and AVs will be ‘Powered by REE’. REE’s revolutionary technology – the REEcorner™ – packs critical vehicle components (steering, braking, suspension, powertrain and control) into a single compact module positioned between the chassis and the wheel, enabling REE to build the industry’s flattest EV platforms with more room for passengers, cargo and batteries. REE uses x-by-wire technology to control each of the corners of the vehicles with full drive-by-wire, brake-by-wire and steer-by-wire. REE’s EV platforms afford complete freedom of design, enabling auto-manufacturers, OEMs, delivery & logistic fleets, Mobility-as-a-Service providers and new mobility players to design mission-specific EVs and AVs based on their exact business requirements and significantly reduce their time-to-market, lower TCO and meet zero-carbon regulations. Headquartered in Herzliya, Israel, REE has an Engineering Center in the UK, as well as subsidiaries worldwide including Japan and Germany, and plans to open its U.S. headquarters and first Integration Center in Austin, Texas. REE’s unique CapEx-light manufacturing model leverages Tier-1 partners’ existing production lines; the company’s extensive partner ecosystem encompasses leading names including Hino Motors (truck arm of Toyota), Magna International, JB Poindexter, Navya and American Axle & Manufacturing to provide a full turnkey solution. REE’s patented technology, together with its unique value proposition, position it to break new ground in e-Mobility. For more information visit https://www.ree.auto. This press release includes forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 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Masters Level Intern Dave is a Master’s Level Intern at The Refuge Center studying Marriage and Family Therapy at Trevecca Nazarene University. He is a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. He also holds a BS in Art Education from the University of Georgia and an MA in Religion. Dave believes in everyone’s innate goodness while acknowledging that the complicated histories that have formed all of us often block our attempts to understand ourselves and others. Dave brings a combination of clinical training and life experience as he shares hope and help with individuals, couples, and families. Dave is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also incorporates aspects of Internal Family Systems into his work with clients. He’s also a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator for couples wanting to incorporate this valuable tool for pre-marital work or for those wanting to strengthen their current relationship.
Masters Level Intern Jaylin Grueser is a Master’s Level Intern in Lipscomb University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, as well as a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Development. Jaylin is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Jaylin is specializing in Play Therapy. She has a passion for working with young children, teens, and young adults. She seeks to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of life. With her MS degree and over 7 years of experience in the classroom, she cares deeply about working with those with Neurodivergent diagnoses, anxiety, and trauma. Jaylin is also passionate about supporting the family system when it comes to significant behaviors exhibited by children. Additonally, Jaylin focuses on experiential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Details of the type of governing document the charity has and when it was established. It is not the full text of the charity's governing document. TRUST DEED DATED 15/09/2012 AS AMENDED ON 19/01/2013 TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF ADULTS AND YOUNG PEOPLE HERE IN THE UK AND BANGLADESH. THE PROMOTION OF RELIGIOUS HARMONY FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC BY EDUCATING THE PUBLIC IN RELIGIOUS BELIEFS INCLUDING AN AWARENESS OF THEIR DISTINCTIVE FEATURES AND THEIR COMMON GROUND TO PROMOTE GOOD RELATIONS BETWEEN PERSONS OF DIFFERENT FAITHS. THE RELIEF OF POVERTY, HARDSHIPS AND DISTRESS OF THE PUBLIC WHO ARE OF BANGLADESHI ORIGIN LIVING IN THE UK AND BANGLADESH. THE PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION OF GOOD HEALTH OF THE PUBLIC WHO ARE OF BANGLADESHI ORIGIN LIVING IN THE UK AND BANGLADESH.
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New USC Football QB Caleb Williams was just named as a Walter Camp Preseason Second Team All-American. After averaging 9.1 yards per attempt through the air and 5.6 yards per attempt on the ground, it's hard to argue with the decision. Williams didn't even start until the second half of the season and was still the leading Heisman contender for a time during the year. That's supposed to be impossible to do. Williams scored 27 total touchdowns despite not being the starting QB until that second half. Of course, the player who WON the Heisman in Bryce Young was the First-Team selection. Williams beat out Ohio State's C.J. Stroud, though, which shows just how special Williams is. Stroud was one of the four Heisman finalists last season, but again, things plausibly could have been different if Williams was the starting QB the whole year like Stroud. After all, again, Williams had 27 touchdowns last year as the starter for half a year. Stroud had 44 the whole time. Stroud isn't the dual-threat QB that USC Football's Caleb Williams is. While it truly is a toss-up between the great Ohio State QB Stroud and the great USC QB Caleb Williams, one thing is for sure: Stroud is the opposite of a dual-threat quarterback and Williams excels in that element of his game. Stroud is a non-factor with his legs. Last year, he had -20 rushing yards and no rushing TD's. Williams, however, had 442 yards on the ground and six rushing touchdowns. Once again, this is without even starting for the first six games. Clearly, Walter Camp appreciates Williams' dual-threat prowess quite a bit. Enough to move the needle in terms of him passing the outstanding QB that Stroud truly is. Williams now has the chance to earn it in Year 2 with Lincoln Riley. He'll have his buddy Jordan Addison to throw the rock to, along with perhaps his favorite target in Mario Williams. All things are setting themselves up for Williams to have a strong year, and being better than Stroud is certainly not off the table.
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The government has charged the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to come up with a debt management strategy to clear a debt of more than $312 million, being the cost of the supply and transportation of natural gas from Nigeria and Atuabo to the thermal units in the Tema and Aboadze enclaves. Currently, sources say the Volta River Authority (VRA) is yet to pay more than $130 million, which is the cost of gas transmitted to the authority by the Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas), in addition to $82 million and $100 million payable to the West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo) and Nigeria Gas (N-Gas), respectively. According to information made available to the Daily Graphic, the VRA had since managed to pay GH¢36 million to WAPCo for July services, excluding the old debt of $82 million To avoid the looming threat from N-Gas and WAPCo and a possible shutdown of the Atuabo plant, the PURC has confirmed being charged with the responsibility of coming up with a debt management strategy, which will soon be submitted to the Cabinet for approval for a scheduled payment plan to stakeholders. Currently, independent power producers (IPPs) owe the VRA millions of dollars for the natural gas used to generate power. However, the IPPs say until the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) pays what is owed them, they will not be in a position to pay the VRA. Daily Graphic’s checks showed that the IPPs had signed a power purchase agreement with the government for the state generator, the VRA, to supply them natural gas to run their turbines. In response, however, the ECG claimed the government was the biggest defaulter and that until it redeemed its indebtedness, the company would not be in a position to honour its debt obligations to the IPPs. Asked how much the government owed the ECG, an official source told the Daily Graphic that “the Finance Ministry is disputing what the ECG put out as being how much the government owes us over the years”. It said until an agreement was reached between the ECG and the government, “we will not be in a position to say what the government owes us in specific terms”. Currently, the VRA receives the bulk of natural gas and supplies it to the Asogli plant, the Takoradi International Company (TICO) and other IPPs in Tema to keep their turbines running. However, there has been a snowballing debt because the ECG is not in a position to collect realistic prices per kilowatt from customers. Experts say the debt cycle is likely to be with the nation for a long time if the current low tariff regime remains where it is. They explain that the system has been exposed by the low level of water in the Volta Lake which, over the years, has been covering up for the country’s unrealistic tariff regimes, coupled with the inefficient distribution network. Source: Graphic Online
“We can afford to build our next new mine without recourse to the market, thanks to our robust balance sheet,” he said. In line with this, the company has set aside some US$60 million for corporate and exploration expenses for 2016, a significant rise on the US$45.1 million spent in 2015 – already a double-digit increase on that spent in the preceding year – as the group grew more serious about increasing exploration activity, principally drilling, during the year. But while the company is investing heavily in exploration activities in other parts of Africa, it walked away from the Obuasi mine, saying the project will not meet its internal investment goals. It abandoned plans to redevelop a gold mine in Ghana, just three months after announcing its interest in the “world-class resource”. The FTSE 100-listed company, which operates in central and West Africa, has scrapped a potential joint venture with South African firm AngloGold Ashanti to reopen and expand the Obuasi mine, which has some 5m ounces of gold reserves below ground, after it failed to pass due diligence. “We spent more time on it than most people would do. But it got to the point where whichever way we cut the cake, we couldn’t get it to pass our criteria,” said Mark Bristow, Randgold’s chief executive. “Anglo has never made any money out of this asset, ever,” he added. In September, Randgold said it would fund and lead a plan to modernise the loss-making mine, which was shut down by AngloGold in 2014, with a view to forming a joint venture to manage its output. AngloGold said it would now continue to operate the mine – which dates back to 1907 – on a limited basis. “In the current environment, we believe it is prudent to conserve our resources and to revisit this opportunity when market conditions improve,” said Srinivasan Venkatakrishnan, chief executive. “We saw Obuasi as another exploration opportunity that we look at all the time. We continue to look at other opportunities because as the gold industry deals with the stress it’s in, and the market prices down assets, those assets start to [move closer] to our valuation of them.” “While everyone else is stopping exploration, we’re committed: we employ 75 geologists and we keep them busy,” he said. “We’re making significant progress in the hunt for the next big discovery and the pleasing thing is we’ll be able to afford to build it,” he added, pointing to the company’s debt-free balance sheet. In contrast to some of its mining peers in the FTSE 100, Randgold has a strong balance sheet and is debt free; it had net cash of US$168m in the third quarter. “In the short term, there is still pressure on the gold price. In the medium term, there is a lot of upside.” The mining sector has been battered by tumbling commodity prices this year, forcing many companies to cut back spending and strengthen their balance sheets. Analysts at Investec said: “Obuasi was a case of wait-and-see what Randgold comes up with, so this has no impact on our outlook. A strong positive in that it shows that Randgold remains financially disciplined, but a negative is that medium-term growth options remain lacking.” Randgold, which operates in central and West Africa, beat analyst expectations to report pre-tax profits of US$260m for the year to December 31. However, this was significantly lower than the US$353m it made last year. Turnover of US$1bn was also marginally ahead of forecasts, despite being seven per cent lower than the year before. Gold prices fell nine per cent during the year, although this was partially offset by a 6pc rise in production to a record 1.21 million ounces, at an average cost of US$679 an ounce. Randgold has been helped by the relative strength of gold, which despite falling in 2015 has held up reasonably well compared to other metals. It has risen in value since the start of the year on the back of turmoil in the stock markets and the weakening of the US dollar, and is trading at around $1,165 an ounce. Declaring himself “very bullish on gold”, Mr Bristow said: “This is the time we should be buying mines because when the gold price picks up further – and it’s bound to do that – we’ll be ready.”
This Article provides a financial economic theory of punitive damages. The core problem, as the Supreme Court acknowledged in Exxon Shipping Co. v. Baker, is not the systemic amount of punitive damages in the tort system; rather it is the risk of outlier outcomes. Low frequency, high severity awards are unpredictable, cause financial distress, and beget social cost. By focusing only on offsetting escaped liability, the standard law and economics theory fails to account for the core problem of variance. This Article provides a risk arbitrage analysis of the relationship between variance, litigation valuation, and optimal deterrence. Starting with settlement dynamics, it shows that punitive damages create problematic risk arbitrage opportunities, which systemically produce under- and overvaluation of cases. These effects yield inefficient pricing in the litigation system. Properly conceptualized and applied, punitive damages can mitigate risk arbitrage that skews actual results from the prescriptions of optimal liability and deterrence. The modern Supreme Court jurisprudence is flawed because it is overbroad. Single-digit multiplier caps underdeter defendants in most cases of ordinary liability because punitive damages do not sufficiently offset a defendant's risk arbitrage opportunity gained from a lower litigation risk exposure. When liability is catastrophic, however punitive damages overdeter defendants, even with a single-digit ratio limit, because they impart the severe economic cost of financial distress in addition to the monetary cost of the judgment. These additional economic costs must be credited toward the calculus of cost internalization and optimal deterrence. Thus, a calibrated risk-based theory is needed to support legal limitations on punitive damages. Robert J. Rhee, A Financial Economic Theory of Punitive Damages, Mich. L. Rev. Available at: https://repository.law.umich.edu/mlr/vol111/iss1/2
Trial Status: Open Brain injury is a general term for brain damage arising from such things as stroke and head injury. The study tackles two problems that often happen after brain injury: a deterioration in marriages/partnerships, and loss of self-identity and self-esteem experienced by the person with the injury. Previous research suggests that a factor contributing to these problems is a sense of discontinuity. This refers to the couple feeling that the person with the injury is now very different compared to who s/he was before the injury (Ive lost the old-me) and that their relationship is also radically changed (I feel like his carer, not his husband). To address this, we have been developing a psychological therapy for couples focused on increasing their sense of continuity between past and present. In a published report, we described using this therapy with a couple. Following therapy, the couple showed promising improvements in their relationship and wellbeing. To expand and develop this initial version of the therapy, producing detailed guidelines for its use To give couples living with brain injury the opportunity to contribute to this development To collect information about its potential effectiveness so that we can decide whether the therapy merits further research in the future Initial guidelines for delivering the therapy will be produced. The therapy will be delivered to 10 couples. The couples and the therapists will be interviewed by an independent member of the research team about their experience of the therapy and ideas for improvement. This feedback will be used by the research team to continually review and update the guidelines. Before and after the therapy, couples will complete questionnaires about continuity, psychological wellbeing and their relationship. The decision whether to continue with further research will depend on whether sufficient improvement is shown.
Going through peer review When you’ve already invested so much time in your manuscript, it’s not always easy to hear that a reviewer thinks it needs more work. In these modules, we provide some useful advice on how to deal with those reviewer comments and keep your submission moving smoothly through the publishing process. You will learn the initial steps you should take, and the correct tone and language to use in your response letter. We also help you see your manuscript through the eyes of an editor and reviewer, so you can spot any shortfalls or mistakes before you submit. What you will learn - Practical advice on how to respond to reviewers - An explanation of what reviewers are looking for - Tips on looking at your submission with a critical eye
With the latest revolution of technology in information, communications, and media, the need for computerization has been identified in most countries. Many social and technical advantages and problems come along with it. As a result, the Information Society concept has been created. There exist certain principles for building such a society, but in Arab regions it has unique challenges and obstacles. Jordan, responding to a royal vision, has established the goal of becoming a leader in information and economic developments among other countries in the region. Several plans and initiatives have been developed for this purpose. One of these initiatives is the implementation of e-Government, which offers several benefits for both the government and society. e-Government has five building blocks to achieve the expected results and the process of implementation involves passing through certain stages. Jordan, as an Arab country, faces several obstacles in the area of implementation. A readiness study for Jordan has been accomplished and implementation and achievements have been made in Jordanian e-Government. - Information society ASJC Scopus subject areas - Sociology and Political Science - Library and Information Sciences
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The second in a series of children’s board books, H is for Human Factors breaks down the concept of designing products to work better for people. The book is written by human factors experts from ReSight Global’s Chicago-based user experience (UX) and human factors research and design agency, Bold Insight. It playfully illustrates the industries and products that kids find in their lives which have been designed with human factors concepts in mind. “What we love about our board book series is that we are simplifying UX and human factors concepts so our kids, and even our parents, can begin to understand what we do,” said Pamela Stoffregen-Gay, Partner at Bold Insight and author of H is for Human Factors. “We had a lot of fun working on them and we have already outlined our next one, A is for Affordance, authored by Bold Insight Managing Partner, Korey Johnson!”
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Switching mobile providers has never been simpler, yet millions of us stick with the same network year after year, even though we might be able to save money by moving to a different deal. According to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), seven out of 10 people could save £222 a year by switching to a mobile phone contract that better suits their needs. Telecoms regulator Ofcom has introduced rules to make it quicker and easier to move from one mobile provider to another, so it now just involves sending a text message to your existing provider and using a comparison site to find the best deal to move to. Here’s what you need to know. - How do I switch mobile providers? - How to check your contract status - Can I keep my phone number if I switch mobile providers? - How to switch and get a new mobile number - What sort of mobile deals are available? - How do I know which type of mobile deal is right for me? - What if I lose my phone or it gets damaged? - What if I’ve got a problem with my mobile phone service? - What happens if my mobile phone network goes bust? How do I switch mobile providers? Your starting point should be to find out as much as possible about your existing mobile deal, including how much it costs and whether you’re still under contract with your provider, in which case you’re likely to have to pay charges to leave your contract early. If you are still under contract, you should make a note of when your contract finishes, so that you can search for a new deal at that point. How to check your contract status You can find out whether you are under contract and how much you’d have to pay to leave by texting INFO to 85075. Your provider will then text you the information you need. If you are out of contract and won’t have to pay to leave your deal, you can then start looking for a deal to move to. It’s worth haggling with your existing supplier to see what sort of deal they might be able to offer you. Can I keep my phone number if I switch mobile providers? Yes, you can keep your mobile number if you move networks. To do this, you’ll need to text PAC to 65075. PAC stands for ‘Porting Authorisation Code’ and is essentially the code which allows you to move to a new provider. You should get a response from your provider by text within a minute and your PAC code will be valid for 30 days. They’ll also send you details of any charges that you’ll need to pay if you’re leaving your contract early; or your credit balance, if you’re a pay-as-you-go customer. You can also request your PAC through your online account on your provider’s website. You can find contact numbers and links to all the main providers here. If you have more than one number linked to your account, you can only request your PAC online or by phone rather than by text. You then give the PAC to the provider you want to move to and they must arrange for the switch to be completed within one working day. How to switch and get a new mobile number If you want to change your mobile number when you switch to a new network, you’ll need what’s known as ‘service termination authorisation code’ (or STAC code). This enables you to cancel your mobile number with your previous provider when you move to a different network. To get this code, all you need to do is text STAC to 75075 and you’ll be sent it by text from your provider. If you prefer you can request your STAC either online or by phone. Bear in mind that the code is only valid for 30 days so if you don’t use it within this period you’ll have to request another one. Your new provider should be able to cancel your number the next working day. What sort of mobile deals are available? The main types of mobile deal are SIM-only deals, pay as you go and monthly contract deals. SIM stands for ‘Subscriber Identity Module’ but you probably know it better as the little plastic card that you slot into the back or side of your phone to activate it. When you take out a SIM-only deal, you pay only for the SIM card itself, which enables you to make calls, texts and use data, and not for the handset itself. As a result, your monthly costs are usually lower than if you have a standard contract deal where you also pay for the handset too. What are the benefits of a SIM-only deal? A SIM-only deal can be a good option if you already have a handset and don’t want or need a new phone. Not only will your monthly costs be lower with a SIM-only deal, but they can often provide you with more flexibility as you can take out a contract lasting just 30 days if you want to. This mean if a better deal comes along, you can move across to it without have to wait months for your current deal to finish. Most standard mobile phone contracts require you to sign up for at least 12 to 24 months, so you’re often locked in for much longer. There are also lots of different SIM-only deals to choose from. For example, you might decide to opt for a data-only SIM deal which only gives you access to data, but no calls or texts, or you might prefer an unlimited SIM deal which allows you to use an unlimited amount of data, and to make unlimited minutes of calls and texts. What are the downsides of a SIM-only deal? If you want a SIM-only deal but don’t have a handset, you may have to pay out a big lump sum to get the phone you want. With a contract deal, you pay for your handset monthly, which can make costs more manageable as they’re spread out over a long period of time. It’s also worth noting that sometimes network providers reserve their best deals for those signing up for longer-term contract deals, so you might not be able to secure the deal you want if you sign up for a SIM-only option. Are there different types of SIM card? Yes, not all SIM cards are the same size. As a general rule, the older your handset, the more likely you are to require a standard SIM card, which typically measures 15mm x 25mm. Some older models require a smaller micro SIM, measuring 12mm x 15mm whilst the very latest handsets require a tiny Nano SIM which measures just 8.8mm x 12.3mm. Always check before you order a SIM that it’ll be the right one for the mobile you intend to use. Your phone should have details of the type of SIM you’ll need in the instructions, but if you don’t have these, the manufacturer’s website should have all the information you’ll need. Lots of pay as you go SIM cards are Combi SIMS which means they are effectively a micro SIM within a standard SIM, so if you need a micro SIM, all you need to do is break the additional plastic away from around it and then insert it into your phone. Pay as you go phones If you opt for a pay as you go SIM deal, there’s no contract and you only pay for the calls, data and texts you use. What are the benefits of a pay as you go deal? Pay as you go can be a good option for you if you only use your phone rarely and would rather not sign up to a lengthy contract. You don’t normally have to go through a credit check with pay as you go mobiles, which can be useful if you’ve had debt problems in the past. What are the downsides of a pay as you go deal? You don’t get a handset with a pay as you go deal so if you haven’t got one already you’ll need to buy one. If you use your phone a lot, you’re likely to pay a bit more a pay as you go deal than a monthly contract deal. Monthly contract phones With a monthly contract phone, as the name suggests, you sign up for a set period of time, typically 12 or 24 months, and pay monthly for a set amount of call time, data and texts. You’ll get a handset as part of the deal. What are the benefits of a monthly contract? If you tend to use your phone a lot, a monthly contract is likely to be more cost-effective than a pay-as-you-go deal and you’ll get a handset too. It can be a good way to update your handset regularly, although bear in mind that the newer the model you go for, the more expensive your monthly costs are likely to be. What are the downsides of a monthly contract? You’ll often be locked into your contract for one or two years or sometimes longer, so you’ll need to be certain you’re happy with the deal and handset you’ve signed up for. If you find a handset you prefer or a different deal, you’ll often have to stump up hefty exit penalties to leave your existing deal. What if I want to switch to a SIM-only deal from a monthly contract deal but my phone is locked to my current provider? If you’ve reached the end of your contract and have decided a SIM-only deal is a better option for you, get in touch with your provider and ask for a Network Unlock Code. This should allow you to unlock your phone so you can use it with a new SIM, or your provider may be able to unlock it for you remotely. Some high street phone shops or websites offer phone unlocking services too, but always check reviews before using one of these and make sure you know how much they’ll charge you. Typically, you can expect to pay £15-£20. How do I know which type of mobile deal is right for me? When you choose a mobile deal, think carefully about how often you use your phone, and look through some of your old bills to get an idea of your usage. Although signing up to a mobile package with a limited amount of data, calls and texts, may have a lower monthly cost than one with more generous allowances, exceeding your allowances could prove more expensive in the long run. Overestimating how much data you need can also prove costly. The majority (71%) of mobile customers with a SIM-only plan are overpaying for data they don’t use, according to analysis from Citizens Advice, at a total cost of £800m per year. It claims that SIM-only mobile customers could save approximately £63 per year by switching to a cheaper deal that matches their data consumption. The average amount of data wasted each month was 2GB. equivalent to streaming 3 hours of video or 28 hours of music. When choosing a mobile phone deal, you’ll also need to check the network coverage in your area, as there’s no point signing up for a network which only provides patchy coverage where you live. Consumer association Which? has a helpful mobile phone coverage map which shows you the average upload and download speeds for the different networks in your area. What if I lose my phone or it gets damaged? The cost of replacing your mobile phone if it gets damaged or is stolen can run into hundreds if not thousands of pounds if you have one of the newest handsets, so it’s worth making sure you have financial protection in place should the worst happen. All the mobile networks offer their own cover, and you can also buy policies through mobile phone stores and independent providers, so make sure you compare several different quotes before buying to ensure you end up with the best deal to suit your needs. Always read the small print carefully too. For example, how much is the excess in the event of a claim? The excess is the portion of any insurance claim which you must pay yourself. You should also find out whether the policy covers any unauthorised calls made from your phone. If not, and it is stolen, you could find that the thief has racked up massive bills calling abroad which you might be liable for. Some packaged current accounts, which offer a range of benefits in return for a monthly fee, include mobile phone insurance as part of the deal. That means you may not need any additional cover, but make sure you find out what you are and aren’t covered for. For example, the policy might pay out for the same model you have already, or it may only provide a replacement which might be an inferior model. Your home contents policy is likely to cover your telephone if it is stolen by burglars or if it is destroyed by a house fire, but it usually won’t pay out if it’s taken why you’re out and about. Learn more in our article Should you insure your gadgets on your home insurance or buy standalone cover?. What if I’ve got a problem with my mobile phone service? If something’s wrong with the service you’re getting, for example, your phone service keeps cutting out in the middle of a call, or you’ve lost signal in an area where it previously worked, get in touch with your provider and explain the fault. They should look into the problem and establish what’s wrong so they can make repairs where necessary. If it looks as though fixing the problem could take a while, you might be entitled to a refund or credit to your account. Your provider also might agree to release you from your contract without penalty if you decide you want to leave. If they don’t fix the problem by the date they’ve said they will, or you’re not happy with their response to your problem, you’ll need to follow their official complaints procedure, which can usually be found on their website. If things still aren’t sorted out after eight weeks, you can refer your complaint to an independent Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) scheme. They will act as a middleman and try to sort out the issue. Request a ‘deadlock’ letter from your provider so the ADR can see you’ve failed to reach a resolution. Ofcom has approved two ADR schemes: CISAS and Ombudsman Services: Communications. You can find out which one your provider belongs to here. What happens if my mobile phone network goes bust? Thankfully it’s rare that a mobile network goes bust, but it has happened to some smaller networks in recent years. If your network does fall into administration, you’ll be notified of the date it will cease trading and you’ll no longer be able to make calls, texts, or use data. You’ll be sent a PAC code prior to this so that you can switch to a new network. If you’re tied into a contract, no charges will apply for you to move. Rest Less Money is on Instagram! 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Cross-Office Collaboration Strengthens Ohio’s Resources on Evidence-Based Strategies State education leaders who are champions for data- and evidence-use significantly impact the way their state education agencies (SEAs) and local education agencies (LEAs) serve students. These leaders are better positioned to: - Deeply understand their students’ needs; - Identify, share, and invest in evidence-based strategies; and - Create a culture of continuous improvement and learning. Results for America’s State Education Fellowship brings together state senior evaluation and program leaders who are these very champions. Fellows are education leaders who are focused on accelerating the generation and use of data, investing in what works and making evidence-based policymaking the new normal in education. Through the State Education Fellowship, a team of leaders from Ohio saw an opportunity to improve the state’s support for the use of evidence-based strategies at both the SEA and LEA level. We asked the Ohio team to share how they are using co-creation and collaboration to further internal alignment and inspire new resources on evidence-based strategies for educators. What challenge did Ohio face that the team decided to focus on through RFA’s State Education Fellowship? In the years following the enactment of the Every Student Succeeds Act, the Ohio Department of Education made significant progress in building SEA and LEA knowledge about the meaning and value of evidence-based strategies. The state created new resources for SEA and LEA teams to identify evidence-based practices (e.g., Ohio’s Evidence-Based Clearinghouse) and identified ways to encourage the use of evidence-based practices (e.g., grant requirements). The Department’s Office of Research and Evaluation led the development of the SEA’s understanding and commitment to evidence-based practices. Identifying the research office as lead made sense in that this team shared a deep understanding of evaluation and the definition of “evidence-based,” as well as the role of both in the continuous improvement cycle. At the same time, limiting leadership of Ohio’s efforts to support the use of evidence-based strategies to the research office introduced several challenges, chiefly: - Resource development did not consistently benefit from the input of Ohio’s content area experts, even though their perspective was incredibly important in ensuring the state’s resources were meeting educators’ needs. - There was limited coherence around how the state defined ‘evidence-based’, messaging about using evidence-based strategies as part of a cycle of continuous improvement, or strategies for incentivizing LEAs to use evidence-based practices. What was the solution to this challenge? With support from executive and senior leadership, the Department created an internal cross-office team dedicated to: - Adopting a common definition of evidence-based and applying it consistently across the department’s programs; and - Providing direction to the development of new and improved resources on evidence-based strategies. The new cross-office team includes office directors or their designees from 11 offices, across 4 agency centers. Ohio intentionally included office leaders on the cross-office team as a signal of the importance of this work and because establishing agency-wide coherence around the understanding and use of evidence-based strategies must include leadership. Significantly, the cross-office team does not simply advise the research office as they continue to lead the Department’s efforts around evidence-based strategies. Rather, team members actively engage in the co-creation of resources that will benefit their SEA teams, school districts, and Ohio educators. To add capacity for the cross-office team, the Department hired an intern responsible for providing coordination and research support. Additionally, the Department’s existing relationships with the state’s institutions of higher education — particularly the Ohio State University, home to the Ohio Education Research Center — will be vital moving forward. Combined with additional support for external research capacity made possible through the American Rescue Plan’s Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund, these external partnerships will play a significant role as the state identifies opportunities to improve existing resources. How is this work impacting the state of Ohio? Less than a year after creating this new cross-office team, the Department already sees benefits to its existence, both in terms of internal and external impact. Internally, program offices now have a support system for dealing with questions related to evidence-based strategies, as those questions surface in interactions with the education community and new federal funding opportunities. Additionally, the cross-team discussions and the state’s participation in RFA’s State Education Fellowship helped crystallize a vision for Ohio in which their evidence-based resources are a balance of evidence-based practices with evidence-based programs. This is important because programs tend to be vendor- and contract-based, while practices represent steps districts can take independently to improve student support. An evidence-based program may be the best investment for a district introducing a new holistic approach to addressing a need, while practices may be the most helpful for districts looking to complement or improve existing services. A comprehensive set of state-level resources will include both programs and practices. As a result of these internal improvements, Ohio educators now receive more consistent messaging from the Department about how to define evidence-based strategies, where to find evidence-based strategies, and how to generate evidence for new or less-researched strategies. Further, the state is now expanding the evidence-based strategies cataloged in Ohio’s Evidence-Based Clearinghouse, which means that each subsequent cohort of districts and schools going through the Ohio Improvement Process benefits from a more comprehensive resource that will allow them to identify evidence-based resources that are most aligned with their needs. What did the Ohio team learn from this effort? When the Ohio Department of Education first started the cross-office team that would strengthen Ohio’s approach to supporting the use of evidence-based strategies, they had a specific, initial idea of how this team would work. For example, initially, the team came together as a large group; however, this structure quickly evolved into smaller affinity groups, which have allowed team members to dig deeper into specific focus areas. Additionally, the Department knew that they wanted to increase coherence in the way staff were defining and supporting the use of evidence-based strategies. This group, however, has also allowed for broader connections across initiatives. For example, discussions within this cross-office team are leading to greater coherence across the agency’s evidence initiatives and the use of EdReports for the state’s High Quality Instructional Materials efforts. Most exciting, perhaps, is that one of the initial goals of the cross-office teams was to ensure that offices all shared the definition of “evidence-based” that leadership supported. In some respects, then, this was a top-down approach to providing internal guidance. The cross-office team is meeting this goal; however, as this work came together, the Ohio team quickly learned that this cross-office team also serves as an opportunity to elevate work that was already happening within offices — work that could inform and inspire others to take similar steps to support the use of evidence-based strategies. The Ohio team brought their colleagues together around a shared goal and is leading this work with a sense of humility and flexibility that is allowing their cross-office team to flourish in unexpected ways. Doing so creates a sense of shared ownership, respect for others’ needs and ideas, and positions Ohio to continue to evolve their support for the use of evidence-based strategies well into the future. Check out more fellowship successes with California, Kentucky, and Oklahoma’s solutions. To learn more about ODE’s work, Results for America, or how to become a Fellow, contact Results for America’s Director of Education Policy Implementation Heather Boughton.
By Kelsey Berkowitz From the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), billions of dollars are now set to flow to states and localities from the federal government. Following a pandemic that highlighted long-standing inequities, state and local officials have a historic opportunity to improve infrastructure, tackle the climate crisis, advance environmental justice, invest in historically marginalized communities, and promote broad and equitable economic opportunity. In December, Results for America’s Good Jobs & Equity Project was pleased to have Paige Shevlin, Strategic Advisor for Infrastructure Workforce Development at the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), share how state and local governments can creatively leverage BIL funding to connect people from historically marginalized communities and populations to high-quality infrastructure jobs. Here are six takeaways: 1. Include workforce and labor plans to strengthen your competitive grant applications. Sixty to seventy percent of major infrastructure grant applications now include some sort of workforce and labor plan, so it puts your jurisdiction at a disadvantage if you don’t include one. USDOT has developed a Transportation Workforce and Labor Plan Checklist to help state and local governments develop their plans. In reviewing grant applications, USDOT is looking for: - Plans that show how jurisdictions will promote good-paying jobs and; - Evidence that jurisdictions will connect workers from underrepresented communities and populations to those good jobs through things like local and economic hiring preferences and direct entry into apprenticeship programs. 2. Leverage state formula funds to invest in workforce development. While there is limited funding in BIL specifically for workforce development, highway formula funds that go to states are extremely flexible and can be used to support workforce development and supportive services for people in training programs. Competitive grants in BIL, such as RAISE Grants and Railroad Crossing Elimination Grants, can also be used to support workforce development for jobs on that specific infrastructure project. 3. Be strategic and engage the community in identifying needs and available resources. Take a step back and develop a strategy that is based on the needs of your community. To help with this, USDOT’s checklist includes a workforce landscape analysis exercise that can help you identify training programs that are working well for women, people of color, people returning from incarceration, etc. and identify where training programs need to be modified or built so they work well for those groups. State and local governments can identify needs, resources, and assets through community engagement and by identifying key stakeholders to partner with, such as community-based organizations. State and local governments have time to do this kind of strategic thinking and engagement before BIL-funded projects break ground, but the time to start is now. 4. Don’t forget about supportive services, such as child care, transportation, and affordable housing. One of the key goals of the Biden Administration’s implementation of BIL is to ensure infrastructure jobs are open to everyone, particularly people who have historically been left out, such as people of color, women, and people returning from incarceration. In some cases, jurisdictions may not need to build new workforce development programs to connect people to jobs — instead they may need to focus on whether people have the supports they need to complete existing programs. As noted above, highway formula funds going to the states can be used for supportive services, as can ARP dollars. For example, the City of Seattle is using ARP funds to increase retention and career advancement of apprentices in its priority hire program for public works construction projects. It is important for state and local governments to think about supportive services for both apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs. 5. Regional collaboration is key for maximizing BIL funding. Larger transportation agencies typically have more capacity to develop workforce and labor plans than smaller agencies in the same region. By creating common training curricula and sharing lessons learned with one another, transportation agencies can maximize the BIL funding they receive. USDOT is looking to see more regional partnerships develop, with community colleges and local governments serving as the glue between different transportation agencies in a region. Local leaders in a region–particularly mayor’s offices and county executives–should explore how they can use their critical convening power to bring these stakeholders to the table to create or strengthen partnerships. 6. Be bold and innovative. While the Biden Administration has been clear in its overall goals for federal infrastructure investments — equity, job quality, and empowerment of historically marginalized people and communities — there is purposely a great deal of flexibility built into BIL grant programs. The Department encourages state and local governments to take advantage of this flexibility to be bold and innovative in how they use infrastructure dollars to benefit residents and workers. Specifically, don’t be afraid to include big, bold, and aspirational ideas in your competitive grant applications. After you submit your application, you can continue to refine your ideas and work out the nuts and bolts of implementation during the grant agreement process. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides a historic opportunity for state and local governments to repair and modernize our nation’s infrastructure and advance workforce equity and good jobs in the process. By taking a step back, being strategic, understanding community needs, and forming partnerships within and outside of government, state and local governments can deliver results for their communities, foster an inclusive economy, and seed long-term changes in how they operate. With thoughtful implementation, the impacts of federal infrastructure funding could endure well after the last dollar has been spent.
Ms. Justice Eileen Roberts Appointed as Member of the Commission Strategy Statement 2024-2026 Law Reform Commission Appoints Siobhán Ní Chúlacháin as Director of Research 5.—The expenses incurred by the Minister in the administration of this Act shall, to such extent as may be sanctioned by the Minister for Finance, be paid out of moneys provided by the Oireachtas.
Wella Colour Inspirations (Part 1) Here at Rhona McCallum Hair, we have always used Wella colours. The performance of each different Wella brand is something we can trust 100%, from a semi-permanent colour that lasts a few washes to a permanent colour that alters the shade of your natural hair, whatever we use, the results will always be fabulous. Wella Koleston Perfect is the UK’s No.1 choice by professional salons, it’s a big range of colours that offers everything from jet black to the palest platinum blonde and every other shade possible in between. There are over 100 shades in the permanent collection, 50+ in the demi permanent ranges (these colours can last longer than semi permanents depending on how they are used). There are approximately 20 semi-permanent colours to choose from as well. Naturally we have to understand each range and what it’s best used for, and we also need to have knowledge of what mixing different shades can achieve. Wella Professionals offer some great ideas for creating new and exciting colours. Here’s just a few for you to look at and think about before you next visit the salon: #DarkOliveHair: this shade is on the depth of a 3 which is dark brown with tones of mahogany and violet creating a rich and deep, almost black shade. Perfect for naturally dark hair to add depth and shine. #IcedViolet: the opposite end of the spectrum, on the depth of a 10, lightest blonde with tones of cendre (a very pale beige), violet and pearl creating an iridescent ultra-pale pink hue, gorgeous as an all over tone on pre-lightened hair or as flashes of peek-a-boo colour in lighter hair. #OrangeCopper: The name gives it away; this ultra-rich blend of copper and red tones creates an almost ‘blood orange’ feel. Not for the faint hearted, this bright colour can be used on naturally medium blondes, natural redheads and added to darker colour as slices (slices of orange if you will). #MushroonBrownHair: We predict this will be a very popular colour, the depth of tone created by using brunette, ash, pearl and cendre give a multi-dimensional feel to the colour, it’s neither dark nor light, warm or cool, it’s multi-faceted and as such works well as an all over colour or as slices, highlights or an under colour in a balayage technique. Keep checking in for more colour ideas, you never know, there may be one that you see that has always been your dream colour, and if it is, we are ready to create it for you. PS: Don’t worry about the numbers in the images, they are purely there as a guideline for us.
This post contains affiliate links. Welcome to another edition of What I’m Loving Wednesday! I haven’t done one of these in a long time and I have a few products that are past overdue for a review! I posted this pic on my Instagram the other day and asked if anyone had any hair topics they wanted covered and most everyone wanted to know about dry shampoo!! First up lets talk about hair type. Not every product works on every hair type and I only know the ones that work best for me. My hair is super fine but I have a ton of it. It gets super frizzy in humidity and is pretty wavy/curly naturally. Don’t be fooled by the pretty curls, these are flat iron curls and I have discovered that if I use my Chi to curl my hair and the right products I can get at leaf 4-5 days out of a wash. I used to be an everyday hair washer because my scalp was super oily. It still is and you can definitely tell when it’s straight but when it’s curly and has lots of volume on top I can get away with it. I’m also trying to grow my hair out, I want Duchess of Cambridge (the former Kate Middleton) hair, and my hair stylist says that if I can wear it curly it will seem like it’s growing faster because I will quit focusing in looking at the length when it’s straight. And you know what? She’s right! So far anyway… On to dry shampoo!! Currently I am loving Oribe’s Dry Finishing Spray. Technically it’s not a dry shampoo but it works like one. I love that it’s clear so I can use it on my dark hair and not have to worry about white stuff on my scalp that looks like dandruff. I think the key to using a dry shampoo or texturing spray is knowing when to use it. If I am wanting to stretch a style, particularly flat ironed curls, right before I go to bed I will spray my Oribe all over my scalp on the top of my head and the sides (where my hair gets super oily) and be sure and rub it in really good. Then, I put it up in a ponytail and go to bed. The next morning I take my ponytail down, fluff the top, run a wide tooth comb through my hair and I’m good to go. No oily scalp, no gritty dry shampoo feel. I can do this 3-4 nights in a row and make a style stretch 4-5 days. If you have never tried Oribe products I highly recommend them. They are expensive, I think my Dry Texturizing Spray was $35 for a bottle but it is soooo worth it! It smells amazing and has lasted me 5 months so far! Tom Ford designed the smell for Oribe products if that tells you anything. Side note- I was in Dallas this past week and stopped by Dry Bar to get a blowout and grabbed a bottle of their Triple Sec which id supposed to be very similar to Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray. It smells like heaven in a bottle. I will be trying it soon and will have a full review for you soon! Dry bar hair, don’t you wish every day was a blowout day… So now I want to hear from you! What is your favorite dry shampoo or texturizing spray?? Can you also add in your comment what type of hair you have so we can all get an idea of what type of hair it works on??

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