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This year tens of thousands of people have arrived in Finland, into a totally new business and working culture. They have travelled a long way, and this has changed their perceptions and opened their minds for new ways of thinking. Now these minds full of potential are staying in reception centers without much to do, up to even a year. So, instead of passivating the asylum seekers, shouldn't we work together towards an active society where their potentials and skills are in good use? The asylum seekers are educated people mainly from Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. They are teachers and engineers, coders and translators. You name it! "We don't have jobs, but let's create them together", said Riku Rantala, a co-founder of Startup Refugees network and a journalist. This is what Startup Refugees network tries to solve in the long run. In a couple of years the ideal situation would be Finland having new companies and startups employing asylum seekers, immigrants and Finns. To fulfill this dream the Startup Refugees network will harness the potential of asylum seekers by visiting reception centers with the help of hundreds of volunteers to survey their skills. This work has already started in Helsinki and in Central Finland. Reception centers are the stepping stone for life in Finland for many, but they are no easy place to stay. Imagine yourself staying in a room with 20 people for an unknown amount of time without privacy. It is extremely important that the centers be active and safe places for innovations and trying out new ideas. Firstly, Startup Refugees entrepreneurs will start in reception centers as barbers, shop keepers and coordinators. The Startup Refugees network does its best to provide asylum seekers with a path to entrepreneurship. An asylum seeker who has participated in a hygiene certificate exam through the Startup Refugees Network can work in the cafeteria of their center. With the experience gained they can work in a restaurant and later start their own business employing others. "The Finnish restaurant culture will definitely be enriched with the work of the Startup Refugees network", said of one our sponsors. This totally applies to other fields as well. What if Finland's new Nokia could be found from this diverse crowd? The cultural backgrounds of the asylum seekers are now collaborating with Finnish ideas. From this new space of thought, new ideas are sure to arise. This space just needs to be harnessed, which is why Startup Refugees will start business incubators, and with the mentors of the network the ideas will be developed and pushed forward. We must not forget how important employment and entrepreneurship are when looking at integration. Integration plays an important role in people's happiness but also against radicalisation. The earlier the integration process starts the better one will understand the new place of residence and will be able to mingle between different cultural notions. In today's world order it is vital to provide help to asylum seekers transitioning into Finnish society. We cannot leave the skills of others to fade, on the contrary, the skills need to be supported and encouraged as part of integration into Finland's economic future. Listen more about Startup Refugees during their presentation at TWINKLE Tools on Tuesday December, 8th.

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My beliefs are sometimes among the most important things those drive me. It seems that they come out of some kind of memory residing program that lives in my mind and each time I have something to make or decide, reminds me about myself. I may have that typical dream of flying in sky of my home planet, I dream about it, but in the gleaming day light, nobody dares to ask somebody about flying in sky without artificial wing mechanism in a serious talk, do I have a belief that I can't fly. Well this is a quite obvious thing about flying, but what.. when I encounter some obscure ones. At this end, where someone starts, starts with nothing, I step forward with a little care whether this end has something to do with me or with any other person. Some of my contemporaries stay at the same end, at some point I start to realize that secret of some recipes is 'nothing'. Nothing is considered with emptiness, empty means empty , no value. I have a null with me, in fact this 'null' also gives value to those entities not able to tackle the value of emptiness, this 'null' helps them, by being a value of emptiness. The place is full of jokers, but what you learn from them is how to avoid and enjoy being yourself. If I have a puzzle to solve, I will just start it solving, I won't read any statistics that how many people failed while doing because it was their problem they couldn't get into it. Circumlocution about things is my habit but when I see a joker in the scenario, I want to kill the fact that I am doing circumlocution and want to pull myself into act.

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Joe Merten has 2,200 acres of crops to harvest this month with his brother, a number that will shrink next year. Merten watched recently as county technicians staked out ground along Orchard Creek in Mower County to show where he will need to plant grasses next spring instead of soybeans or corn. The change is required by the state's new water quality protection law that mandates larger buffer strips between crops and creeks. "I know it's coming, so I might as well do it," said Merten, as he scanned the pink flags poking up amid his soybeans, demarcating next year's border for planting. Merten, who farms just south of Austin in Mower County, already has 15 feet of mixed grasses along each side of the creek, but next year he will expand it to at least 50 feet to meet the new state standards. The buffer law — passed in 2015, amended this year and set to go into effect Nov. 1, 2017 — requires farmers to plant perennial vegetation at least 30 feet and an average of 50 feet from public streams, creeks, rivers and lakes, or propose an alternative method of conservation that provides equal or better water quality benefits. But making changes across the state's water-rich rural landscape is a more complicated process than it might seem. The goal is to slow down and filter runoff from farm fields that might contain sediment, phosphorus, nitrogen and pesticides. The law also applies to public ditches that feed into waterways, and requires 16.5-foot buffers along them to be planted by Nov. 1, 2018. Merten shares the sentiments of many farmers about the law: He's not happy about losing productive cropland, in his case about eight acres. He realizes that the law might do some good, but not so sure how much it will improve water quality. And he feels that farmers have received too little credit for efforts they have already made in recent years to reduce erosion, use fewer chemicals and apply fertilizers more precisely. David Simonsen, who grows mainly corn and soybeans on about 800 acres near Morgan in southwestern Minnesota, estimates he will lose about seven acres of cropland because of the 16.5-foot buffers that he will need to install along both sides of several ditches. "We're thinking it's somewhat of a land grab because we're supposed to do this, and we still have to pay the [property] taxes, and we have to maintain it and keep weeds down and everything," Simonsen said. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources estimates that the law will require planting 110,000 acres of perennial vegetative buffers along lakes, rivers, streams and ditches. The DNR also published a state map in July showing all the waterways and public drainage ditches that are covered by the law. But the biggest job has just gotten underway: determining how much land along those waterways already has buffers, and how much is going to need work to comply with the law. That task has fallen mainly to farmers and those who help them, especially drainage authorities and soil and water conservation districts. Every county has a district, which for decades have given farmers technical advice about conservation practices, including whether any federal or state programs might foot part of the bill. Many districts have held information meetings and developed fact sheets to educate producers about what the buffer law entails. They have also been using aerial photography to identify which cropland will probably require buffers. "We're the boots on the ground working with producers," said Darren Newville, district manager of the East Otter Tail and Wadena soil and water conservation district in west-central Minnesota. Most of that county's 1,048 lakes are developed and have grass or other perennial vegetation around their shores, he said, but the county has 1,174 miles of rivers and streams that flow mainly through cropland. Otter Tail County estimates that 1,143 farm fields along those waterways do not have 50 feet of required permanent vegetation, Newville said, and that planting buffers would use up about 1 acre on each parcel, on average. The county sent letters to about 600 producers and landowners explaining that their land might need buffer strips, and so far about one-third of the farmers have responded and taken action. "They're not happy about it in some cases, but they understand that it needs to happen for the most part," Newville said. Tom Gile, buffer and soil erosion program coordinator for the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources, said counties are at different stages of implementing the law, and everyone is focused on meeting upcoming deadlines rather than enforcement. But Gile said that the law authorizes fines for those who refuse to comply, and his agency is in the process of finalizing those and other enforcement details. Even so, that small remaining percentage probably means that about 400 fields still need buffers, Hanson said. Some producers might do the work on their own, he said, and others are seeking technical advice from his office. Helping to cushion the financial hit of lost production, Hanson said, is that some producers have been able to enroll buffer land in federal programs such as the Conservation Reserve Program that will compensate them. But not all land is eligible, he said, and some programs have long waiting lists. Marilyn Bernhardson, soil and water district administrator in Redwood County, said her office has been inundated with farmers asking what they need to do to comply. The county in southwestern Minnesota has 520 miles of open drainage ditches, three major rivers and more than a dozen tributaries. "People expected that this is going to be a horrible thing," she said. "We probably have not heard from people who are opposed to it," but so far the process has gone smoothly. Environmental groups favor the law, but have been critical of its implementation and say it doesn't go far enough. Trevor Russell, water program director for Friends of the Mississippi River, said the DNR should have included public wetlands in its maps of what waters need buffers, and instead omitted them for the most part. The DNR also should look more closely at sections of creeks that have been straightened into ditches, he said, and they should be required to have the larger 50-foot buffers. DNR officials say it was impractical to map small, shallow wetlands whose shorelines fluctuate considerably and already often have a vegetated fringe. Others have also raised questions about how effective the buffers will be in improving water quality, since many farm fields have underground pipes or tile that drain water, sediment and ag chemicals directly into creeks and ditches. Gile, of the water and soil resources board, said the main intent of the law is to control overland runoff, which happens during heavy rains even where cropland is tiled, or whenever rains fall on ground that contains frost.

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Will Philae lander drill SD2 find water or regolith and rocky stuff? Philae drills: discovers it finally landed on the wrong comet? The Philae lander operated its drill yesterday. If it was successful in drilling into the surface then will it find the ice, dust and water of a dirty snowball? Or will it find regolith and hard material that is like rocky stuff? Will Philae think it has landed not on the ice mountain comet it was supposed to but a totally different type of comet? Or even an active asteroid? Electric Universe theory suggests that comets are just active asteroids. The chemical composition and structure of comet 67P should be similar to some other asteroids that we have visited, collected samples from or will visit in the future. Comet Churyumov–Gerasimenko should, in EU theory, share similarities with some other comets also, that will share similarities with some other asteroids. What will Philae's SD2 (Sampling, Drilling and Distribution device) find? Philae seems to have finally landed and been caught by a rocky cliff. The initial landing site it bounced off seems to show a bit of regolith and rocks but is its final resting place in any dusty material? Although not in the desired landing zone Philae has perhaps landed in a great spot to find frozen water, if any exists on the surface. It appears to have ended up in a dark, cold spot. Ice has suggested being found on, of all planets in our solar system, the surface of Mercury near the poles or in dark craters. Ice on the surface does not mean its an ice mountain, as water seems to be formed from a space bodies interaction with the solar systems electrical environment. But as comets are dirty snowballs or ice mountains then all the other experiments will show that there is lots and lots of frozen water in its core. Not according to the EU theory though. Other instruments and experiments on the Philae have been run over the last couple of days. These combined with the other data from the Rosetta mission that will also carry on over the next year or so - APXS (Alpha Proton X-ray Spectrometer), MUPUS (MUlti-PUrpose Sensors for Surface and Sub-Surface Science) and CONSERT (COmet Nucleus Sounding Experiment by Radio-wave Transmission) - should show what the external and internal structure of comet 67P is like or not like. ← What type of asteroid is comet 67P?

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In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Mix in sugar until well combined. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Fold in all but 1/2 cup of chopped candy bars. Sprinkle reserved 1/2 cup of chopped candy bars onto bottom of graham cracker crust. Pour cream cheese mixture into crust. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes; do not brown on top. Will be soft in middle. Chill before serving.

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Chimney Repair | Brick Chimney Repair | Chimney Rebuilds | Tuckpointing Villa Park | Chimney Repair Chicago. Chimney Repair Services from Brian King Masonry, Inc. • Due to exposure to the elements, usage and the passage of time, bricks and mortar eventually show signs of wear. Depending upon the degree of deterioration different types of repairs are required. Timely maintenance of your chimney structure will ensure years of uninterrupted safe enjoyment and will enhance the value of your home. • The face of the bricks may shale or fall off. If left unattended, these bricks continue to deteriorate and entire bricks may eventually fall out of the chimney. To prevent continued deterioration and to avoid future costly repairs; contact us to determine the reason for this chimney deterioration. • The crown is the cement slab at the top of a masonry chimney. Crown repairs range from minor crown seals to complete crown rebuilds. If deterioration is left unattended it will eventually lead to damage to the chimney structure beneath. • The flashing is the strip of metal that joins the base of the chimney to the roofline. The flashing prevents water from penetrating this joint and seeping into your house. A flashing seal is needed when sections of the flashing have lifted. • Whether your house was built one or one hundred years ago, the bricks and the mortar are exposed to the damaging effects of rain, snow and wind. Chimney Saver is a water repellent applied to the exterior chimney structure. It provides a layer of protection against the damaging effects of rain and snow. However, it must be understood that this water barrier is not a substitute for needed masonry repairs such as tuckpointing or chimney rebuilding. • Existing cracks / If not properly repaired will allow water to leak into the brick & mortar joints beneath and the chimney system within (causing brick chimney repair needs). This will cause integrity & fire worthiness loss throughout the structure, which translates to costly un-necessary fireplace chimney repair and/or reconstruction needs. • Prevents further crack formation / Your chimney projects above the roof line and is highly vulnerable to the elements. Crown coat is specifically formulated to withstand the severe weather and thermal stress to which your chimney is exposed. The need for brick chimney repair, as a result of crown chimney leaks, is eliminated. • Prevent tuckpointing needs / Masonry deteriorates when it absorbs water and is subjected to significant temperature changes within a short period of time (cold mornings - pleasant days), and freeze & thaw cycles (winter months). Superior Chimney's CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) Certified Chimney Sweeps will ensure your crown is sufficiently protecting the chimney beneath from chimney leaks so that fireplace chimney repair costs do not escalate. Brick chimney repairs are of the top four most significant costs that homeowners endure - all due to lack of preventative maintenance. • Chimneys are usually the first part of a masonry building to manifest signs of deterioration. This is mostly due to the fact that chimneys are constantly bombarded by the elements. Resting above the roofline virtually defenseless, chimneys do not have any roof or gutter system to divert water away from them as on the main part of your brick building. A simple hairline crack in your chimney capstone, if neglected, can cause serious damage. Water penetration through a failed cap can cause the top courses of your chimney to disintegrate to the point where masonry repair is mandatory. When the majority of the brick on a chimney are spalling, flaking, cracking, displacing or even missing it is time to rebuild it with new masonry units. • Mortar crown repair: the mortar crown is the concrete like surface at the top of your chimney that keeps water out of your flue; a cracked or broken mortar crown should be repaired immediately to avoid serious water damage. • Our services are quite extensive. We specialize in masonry repair, tuckpointing, chimney rebuilds, new construction, chemical cleaning, and many other masonry services. We take pride in completing each and every job with the utmost in dedication and service. Brian King Masonry does not take shortcuts. You will choose the materials for each and every stage of the project. We guarantee these are the materials you will receive. • Tuckpointing becomes mandatory when mortar joints have cracked, flaked, or disintegrated due to the abrasive effects of the elements. Although the right material and technique are enough to deliver a water-tight job, Brian King Masonry believes appearance is also a top priority. Our skilled crews carefully select the proper mortar mix and tools to compliment your existing mortar color and profile. • Water penetration can cause mortar to weaken and brick to deteriorate. If moisture gets in the way of the defected brick and freezes it will cause the brick to split chip, deflect or move. Once this happens the brick offers no structural support to the masonry wall. Removing the defected brick will prevent the water from extending to the healthy brick. • Penetrating moisture not only weakens the mortar that bonds the masonry units together, it also promotes premature deterioration of brick. If moisture finds its way into a defect on the brick and freezes, it will cause the brick to spall, deflect or displace. Once this happens, the brick is rendered useless as it offers no structural support to the masonry wall. Removing defective brick will prevent water damage from spreading to the healthy and sound brick remaining. Brian King Masonry works with a variety of brick suppliers to insure you the closest match to your existing brick when masonry repair is required. • We match existing masonry mortar color exactly. We will remove all cracked and crumbling mortar joints and cracked brick, tuck pointing or injection-grouting them to insure that they are completely filled. When we are finished it will be virtually impossible to identify the areas of masonry brick repair. • A deteriorated chimney crown that is left unprotected will allow water to compromise the structural integrity of your chimney inside & out (from chimney leaks). You are then left with costly fireplace chimney repairs / brick chimney repairs. Occasional maintenance of the chimney exterior is critical to the safety and performance of your masonry chimney.

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Air Ducts, When Was Your Cleaned? In some cases of extreme buildup, it can increase efficiency as much as 40 percent! There is substantial visible mold growth inside hard surface ducts or on other components of your heating and cooling system. There is an odd smell coming from the Duct system. Some research also suggests that cleaning dirty cooling coils, fans and heat exchangers can improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems. Is cleaning my air ducts really that important? During normal operation, dust can accumulate in ductwork that can lead to microbial growth. Duct cleaning has been shown to reduce this growth, as well as increase the efficiency of your system. In fact, in some cases of extreme buildup, it can increase efficiency as much as 40 percent! SERVPRO of Friendswood/Pearland professionals routinely inspects the heating, ventilation and air conditioning unit (HVAC). Keeping them clean can extend the life of the equipment. This can, in turn, save you money and give you cleaner air to breathe. For more information on HVAC and air duct cleaning or a free quote call us today! (281)412-3211.

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A system and method for efficiently processing check or other non-cash financial instrument-initiated is disclosed. The method includes the steps of accepting a check from a person initiating a non-cash financial transaction at a point of identification terminal. The checking account number is input into the point of identification terminal and is communicated to a remote database site, having stored therein a database of digital photographic images of authorized users of checking accounts. The database is searched and any digital photographic images associated with the transmitted account number are retrieved and transmitted to the point of identification terminal where they are displaying on a display means and a comparison is made between the images and the physical appearance of the person tendering the check. The person tasked with verifying the identity of the person initiating the transaction inputs identifier specific data into the point of identification terminal to indicate that at least one of the displayed digital images matches the appearance of the person initiating the transaction. The identifier specific data is then transmitted to the remote database site where it is stored, along with the account number and other transaction data as a transaction record. This is a Continuation-in-Part of application Ser. No. 08/700,815, filed Aug. 21, 1996, now U.S. Pat. No. 5,832,464 issued Nov. 3, 1998, which is a Continuation-in-Part of application Ser. No. 08/436,146, filed May 8, 1998 now U.S. Pat. No. 5,657,389, issued Aug. 12, 1997. The present invention relates to the field of identity and verification. Specifically, the invention is directed to a device and method for facilitating the low cost collection and display of graphic and text data for identity verification purposes in a secure manner, which includes a display device and scanner. Positive identity verification is critical in many types of transactions and security procedures. For example, signatures, fingerprints or images of faces are compared to establish identity. Creation of fraudulent identities or the misrepresentation of an individual's identity can result in fraudulent transactions and the breach of security systems. At present, positive identification means such as driver's licenses, picture identification cards, hand-written signatures, personal identification numbers, fingerprints, retinal scans, voice prints and other ways of uniquely identifying personal characteristics are used. However, these prior art methods of identity verification exhibit one or more of the following deficiencies: 1) they do not offer sufficient reliability for most positive identification applications; 2) the technology required for their implementation is too expensive for wholesale adoption by entire industries; 3) they do not offer ease of use, which is critical for most applications of the personal identification system; 4) the technology required to implement them in a wide-scale manner is not yet mature enough to guarantee sufficient reliability; 5) the recurring cost of using technology is too high for most applications of personal identification; 6) the data used for identity verification is not maintained in a secure manner and is almost universally held by the person presenting it as the form of verification, thereby allowing for fraudulent alteration of the verification data; 7) processes for building accurate verification databases for wide-spread use are impractical; and 8) the process of verification does not include sufficient steps to ensure that the individual responsible for identity verification is accountable to ensure that identity verification is accurately performed. Transactions that rely on positive identity verification include credit/debit and charge card payments and check or other non-cash financial instrument-based transactions, such as purchase using food stamps. Credit cards are an increasingly popular means for consumers to complete transactions. However, part of the costs incurred from the convenience of using credit cards, checks and other non-cash financial instruments is the burgeoning growth of credit card and check fraud. Because there are trillions of dollars of credit card and check-based transactions made each year, which depend on the fact that the person presenting the form of payment is actually the person having the legal right to use the underlying account, even a small percentage of fraudulent transactions results in billions of lost dollars. The cost of this fraud is paid for, indirectly, by the consumers in the form of higher prices, higher credit card interest rates and fees and, in part, by merchants accepting such credit cards in the form of higher transaction commissions. Methods used to combat fraud have been the use of holographic images on cards, the need for a validation requester to obtain transaction approval, the encoding of cardholder information on magnetic strips on the back of the card, as well as signature verification. A number of patents have issued on identification devices and methods. Of particular note is U.S. Pat. No. 5,321,751, issued to Ray, et al. on Jun. 14, 1994. Other prior art references of note are U.S. Pat. No. 5,337,358, issued to Axelrod, et al. on Aug. 9, 1994, U.S. Pat. No. 5,095,196, issued to Miyata on Mar. 10, 1992, U.S. Pat. No. 5,259,025, issued to Monroe, et al. on Nov. 2, 1993, U.S. Pat. No. 4,995,081, issued to Leighton, et al. on Feb. 19, 1991, U.S. Pat. No. 4,991,205, issued to Lemelson on Feb. 5, 1991, U.S. Pat. No. 5,053,608, issued to Senanayake on Oct. 1, 1991, U.S. Pat. No. 5,131,038, issued to Puhl, et al. on Jul. 14, 1992 and U.S. Pat. No. 4,993,068, issued to Piosenka, et al. on Feb. 12, 1991. As noted above, one of the underlying deficiencies of all of these prior art identification systems is that they all rely, in some manner, on information encoded on the credit card being presented. While some of these references include sophisticated encryption algorithms, the fact remains that giving access to the information to the card users lends itself to the potential for reverse engineering and overcoming even the most sophisticated of encryption means. In the recent past, Citibank introduced a credit card with a digital likeness of the authorized user provided on the card itself. As the Ray patent discloses, the photographic image on the Citibank card resulted in an initial drop in fraud in the new York test market estimated as high as 67 percent. However, as Ray also explains, the Citibank photo card system, like other forms of identity verification, which are distributed to the public, will eventually be defeated by sophisticated counterfeiting. An additional difficulty with most prior art verification methods is that they all require the use of a special credit card incorporating some form of identification means. Thus, in order for their use to gain widespread acceptance, replacement of existing credit cards and credit manufacturing equipment must be accomplished. The disclosed invention offers a number of advances over prior art identity verification systems and methods, which overcome many of the limitations found in such prior art systems. The first, and perhaps most significant advantage of the disclosed invention is that the positive identity verification system stores the verification data at a remote site and thereby does not give criminals access to the identity verification medium. This is significant in that any time a potential counterfeiter is afforded the opportunity to access the verification medium, there is the potential that the medium can be corrupted, regardless of the level of security sophistication incorporated into the system. A second, and again significant advantage of the disclosed invention, is that the system is completely independent of the credit cards or checks whose users the system is designed to positively identify. Thus, the disclosed invention does not require the modification or replacement of existing credit cards, which would be an almost insurmountable task. Furthermore, the segregation of the identity verification medium from the credit cards themselves allows the system disclosed herein to be used in conjunction with any number of credit cards. In accordance with the present invention, a system and method for efficiently processing check or other non-cash financial instrument-initiated transactions is provided. The method includes the steps of accepting a check or other non-cash financial instrument from a person initiating a non-cash financial transaction at a point of sale having a point of identification terminal. The account number, which represents the account from which funds required to complete the financial transaction will be drawn, is input into the point of identification terminal and communications are established between the terminal and a remote database site. The remote database site has stored therein a database of digital photographic images of authorized users of checking and other accounts. Once communications are established, the point of identification terminal transmits the input account number to the remote database site, where the database is searched and any digital photographic images associated with the transmitted account number are retrieved and transmitted to the point of identification terminal where they are displaying on a display means. The person tasked with verifying the identity of the person initiating the transaction would then compare the displayed images with the physical appearance of the person initiating the financial transaction and input identifier specific data into the point of identification terminal to indicate that at least one of the displayed digital images matches the appearance of the person initiating the transaction. The identifier specific data is then transmitted to the remote database site where it is stored, along with the account number and other transaction data as a transaction record. If no images are retrieved from the remote database, then a request to input identifying information is transmitted to the point of identification terminal. The identifier would then accept identifying information from the person initiating the transaction and input the same, along with identifier specific data into the point of identification terminal. This information along with other data related to the specific transaction is then transmitted to the remote database site and is stored as a transaction record, which may be recalled at a later date should a transaction be questioned. The device and method may be used to facilitate signature-less financial transactions as an improvement over common, prior art check-based financial transactions. This system and method provides the ability to use a check as a form of payment and a point of use without having to use the signed check as the binding document that is processed through the financial system to obtain payment by the entity rendering the service. The system and method also allows for the wholesale scanning of a drivers license or other identification card and those items of interest on the card can be separated out and stored for later retrieval. Thus, this system and method reduces the time to process a patron at a point of identification and provides a process by which a database of identity information and associated account number information can be built for use in mass use identity verification systems. Once a particular financial transaction is authorized, the check is returned to the tenderer and the financial transaction is processed as an electronic fund transfer (EFT). FIG. 1 is a block diagram of the point of identification terminal showing the various components contained therein. FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the point of identification terminal, which would be available for use at a point of sale or the like. FIG. 3 is a block diagram of components of the positive identification system and the communication flow path established between the point of identification and the remote database storage and retrieval center, which is where a comprehensive database of photographic images of persons to be identified is maintained and accessed for transmission to the point of verification. FIG. 5 is a perspective view of one preferred embodiment of a point of identification terminal, which is especially configured to read data off of checks and convert the same into a check-less electronic fund transfer (EFT) transaction. FIG. 6 is a block diagram showing the steps of the method of processing a check-based financial transaction via an EFT along with the steps taken should a particular EFT transaction fail. FIG. 7 is a block diagram showing the steps associated with a method of real-time data recovery from data presented on a check and the correlation of said data with data retained in a secure, remote database. FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing the steps associated with a method of real-time biometric identification and the ability for future data recovery from a secure, remote correlation database. FIG. 9 is a block diagram showing the steps associated with a method of real-time data capture from data presented on multiple instruments to an identifier at a point of identification terminal and the transmission, correlation and storage of said data in a secure, remote database. FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of a point of identification terminal, which is especially configured to read data off of checks, driver's licenses or other instruments and to transmit the same to a secure, remote database. FIG. 11 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a point of identification terminal, which incorporates multiple data recovery inputs to read data off of checks, driver's licenses or other financial or identification instruments. FIG. 12 is a cutaway front view of the point of identification terminal of FIG. 11. FIG. 13 is a block diagram showing the steps of a method of remotely reconfiguring compression/decompression and encryption/decryption capabilities of the disclosed positive identification system. The present invention is a system and method to develop, maintain and use a secure and authentic database of digital photographic image, signature or other data unique to individuals for positive identity verification purposes. The system includes a means for accessing the database in a secure and cost-effective manner, a means for performing positive identity verification, and a distributed database update and retrieval system, which allows for low cost operation, ease of use, stability and robustness for vast numbers of verification requests originating from worldwide locations. The present invention also includes a means that allows for accountability on the part of a user of the system, which in turn will ensure that the system is used to its fullest potential. One such system that will be disclosed herein contains particular references to a point of sale system, where a check is presented by a consumer, or presenter, in order to make a purchase. Thus, the system will make particular references to checking account numbers. However, it is understood that the positive identity verification system disclosed herein is adaptable to any application where positive identification of a person is required. Such alternative applications comprise other banking transactions, firearm sales, food stamp reimbursement and a host of other applications related to the welfare, voting, law enforcement, health care, airline, immigration and naturalization fields. Referring now to the figures, a positive identification system in accordance with the disclosed invention is shown. A point of identification terminal 1 is located at a location where the identity of persons present is required to be verified. The point of identification terminal comprises a standard magnetic strip reader 4, an optional bar code reader 4′, a check scanner 4″, all of which are well know in the art, an input keypad 5, a display means 6, which is preferably a miniature flat panel display, a controller 7, and an internal communication modem or other communications means 8. The rate of data exchange may vary depending on the availability of quality phone lines or other means of data transmission, such as a dedicated wide area network, a satellite communications link or other wireless communications link, such as cellular telephone communications or the like. In a credit card transactional situation, the point of identification would be the point of sale, which typically incorporates a cash register and prior art credit card verification systems. Upon presentation of a standard credit card 2, the store clerk or other individual responsible for positive identification would input the credit card account number into the point of identification terminal 1. The standard method of inputting the credit card information would by swiping the credit card through the standard magnetic strip reader 4, which would be capable of reading credit card account information, which is currently encoded on magnetic strips on the reverse side of virtually all credit cards. In the alternative, if the magnetic strip containing the account data is corrupted, which routinely occurs due to either wear or contact with a powerful magnetic field, the identifier would simply read the account number off of the credit card, where it is typically provided in embossed characters, and input the credit card account number into the point of identification terminal using keypad 5. Another alternate means of inputting the credit card account information into the point of identification terminal would be to utilize a coded medium such as a bar code. In this embodiment, the magnetic strip reader 4 would be replaced by a standard bar code reader 4′ to transfer its data to the bar code reader 4′ and to controller 7. Another embodiment of the invention would include check scanner 4″, which would be used to scan checking account number information off of a standard personal or company check, which would expand the role of the system from credit/debit card transaction identity verification to checking related transactions as well. In addition to the credit card account information, the identifier could manually input any other information needed to aide in the identity verification process via keypad 5. Such additional information could be whether the presenter is male or female, in which case the keypad could incorporate a specific key to correspond to the male - female choice 5′ or whether the presenter is a dependent of the credit card owner, in which case the keypad would incorporate a specific key 5″ to correspond to dependent choice. Alternatively, a simple scroll key (not shown) could replace keys 5′ and 5″ and would allow an identifier to simply scroll through the available photographs. Once the account number is entered into the point of identification terminal 1, the terminal would initiate communications via its internal communication means, which could be a modem or wide area network (WAN) device to one of a number of remote database storage sites 9-11 using public phone lines 12. Alternative forms of communications links are envisioned as well, and include secure or unsecure cellular communications, satellite communications or dedicated networks. The actual site accessed would be a function of availability and loading on the public access phone lines, network availability, retrieval site availability or other system availability criteria at the time the terminal initiates communications with a remote database site. Communications will then be established with an input/output controller 13 at the remote database storage site through a modem bank 14 at the database storage site. The controller 13 would initiate a query to the point of identification terminal 1 to verify that the terminal has the appropriate authority to access the remote database site and is a valid device. One simple and cost effective method of performing this query is to use commonly available caller ID technology to ensure that the request for data has originated from an authorized telephone line. Additionally, a software key may be incorporated into each point of identification terminal, which will respond in a predetermined manner when queried by a remote database storage site. Once controller 13 verifies that the requesting point of identification terminal 1 is a valid device and has the appropriate access privilege, the terminal will be allowed to transmit an information request to the database storage site. The information request is also received by input/output controller 14, over a high speed network 15. The high speed network may be fiber distributed data interface (FDDI), asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) or any other suitable cost effective high speed network. The information request is then routed to one of a number of database servers 16-17 where the credit card account data is processed. The selected server then accesses a set of high speed, high reliability disk arrays 19-22 and retrieves the digital photographic or other image or other unique personal data associated with the account data received by the database server. In addition to retrieving the digital image or other unique personal data stored at the remote database site, the database site would be configured to allow input/output controller 13 to initiate additional information requests from outside information databases. One such scenario envisioned in the credit card processing example would be for the database site to query any one of a number of existing credit authorization agencies (CAA) to verify that the credit card account being processed is valid and within its pre-approved credit limit. An alternate embodiment would be to have the remote database storage and retrieval site(s) co-located at a one or more CAA sites. The identifier, which would be the sales clerk in a retail establishment, would only need to input the credit card information into one device and would receive both credit approval and identity verification from a single source. In this scenario, input/output controller 13 would initiate a credit authorization request to an outside CAA 23 through modem bank 14 over public access telephone lines 12 or through a WAN connection 14′ or the like. If the amount of the transaction is approved by the CAA 23, the database site would receive the credit approval code from the CAA and retransmit the code to the point of identification terminal along with the digital image information or other unique data over its established communications link. The credit approval code would be displayed either on the display means 6 of the point of identification terminal or, in the alternative, on an optional second display means 6′. The point of identification terminal 1 would then receive the information via modem 8 or WAN connection 14′ and route it to controller 7, which would process the information received and display the digital image received on either display means 6. In one embodiment of the invention, the digital information would be stored at the remote database storage site in a compressed state and be transmitted to the point of identification terminal in the compressed state so as to minimize the time associated with a particular transaction. In this embodiment, the controller 7 would first decompress the digital photographic information and then display the information on display means 6. Another embodiment of the invention, which would be used for situations where the highest security of information would be required, the digital image information would be encrypted in addition to being compressed while it is being transmitted to a point of identification terminal. In this embodiment, the terminal controller 7 would be required to decrypt as well as decompress the photographic information in order to allow the information to be displayed on the display means. In an embodiment of the invention, which includes encryption and/or compression capabilities, the system would include the ability to remotely reconfigure either or both the compression/decompression and encryption/decryption methodologies utilized by the system. The ability to remotely reconfigure these capabilities would greatly reduce the maintenance costs of the deployed devices, increase the life of the devices by allowing new encryption and compression techniques to be loaded and increase the security of the system by allowing changes to encryption strategies as conditions demand. Reconfiguration would be accomplished at any time a point of identification terminal initiates communications with the remote database site. Upon the initiation of communications with the remote database site, in addition to the other security checks mentioned above, the database site would perform a compression/encryption verification routine. These routines would verify that the most recent encryption and compression strategies are being utilized by the point of identification terminal. The database site will also maintain a history log of updates and/or changes to both the encryption and compression technologies, which may be searched and analyzed to identify any potential tampering with the system at any point of identification terminal. Provided a point of identification terminal passes its initial security checks, the remote database will then be capable of remotely reconfiguring both the encryption and compression technologies utilized. Changes or updates to encryption and compression technologies could be performed on a scheduled basis, could be performed on a random basis, or could be performed whenever the veracity of the system comes into question. In any event, due to the rapid advances in both encryption and compression technologies, it is very important that the device has the capability to take advantage of the new technologies without having to send an electronic technician physically to each point of identification terminal in order to reconfigure the terminal. The disclosed system, by including the ability to remotely reconfigure the compression and/or encryption technologies, provides a cost effective means for providing the highest level of security. In any event, once communications are established and an image or series of images are transmitted to the point of identification terminal in response to the receipt, at the remote database site, of an account number, the store clerk, or other person responsible for identity verification would visually compare the image displayed on the display means with the physical appearance of the person presenting the credit card at the point of identification. If a match exists, then the clerk would input a specified keystroke sequence on input keypad 5 to indicate that the clerk has in fact verified that an identity match exists. The keystroke sequence would be unique to an individual clerk much like a personal identification number (PIN). The individual PIN would then be transmitted by the point of identification terminal via the communications link to the remote database storage and retrieval site, where the PIN would be associated with the particular transaction being completed and stored for retrieval at a later date should a dispute arise as to whether or not a particular credit card transaction was properly authorized. Thus, the use of a PIN-type system associated with each store clerk would provide accountability and result in a higher level of scrutiny than a system that does not incorporate any features to ensure personal accountability. Other features that could be added to the basic system include the addition of signature verification capability. Because signatures, as well as photographs, can be digitized and transmitted over a standard communications medium, signature verification would be a natural extension of the basic system. In this embodiment, digital, graphical representation of a signature would be transmitted to the point of identification terminal from the remote database site at the same time the photographic data is transmitted. In this embodiment, the identifier would be able to display either the photographic image of the presenter or the presenter's digital signature on the display means 6 in order to verify either one or both forms of digital information. In an alternate embodiment, second display means 6′ would be used to display an authorized digitized signature at the same time a photographic image of an authorized user is displayed on display means 6. This additional feature would allow participants of the system to maintain signatureless credit cards. Thus, if a criminal were to obtain a credit card, the card would have no signature for the criminal to study and possibly learn to forge. This would add an additional level of security to the system, not found in the basic system. In another embodiment of the invention, a retrofit terminal is used to add positive identity verification to existing point of sale credit card authorization devices and systems. The retrofit terminal is designed to work in conjunction with existing point of sale devices without the necessity of replacing currently existing retail establishment hardware systems. The retrofit terminal is added at the existing point of sale and consists of a modified controller, a display means, and a communications interface. Preferably, the display means is a miniature flat panel display, similar to the type used in the point of identification terminal 1 described above. The display 6 can be located on available counter space or, if space is at a premium, it can be mounted on a pedestal or the like. The retrofit terminal would be connected to a standard power source and to the existing credit card authorization hardware via its internal serial or parallel communications interface. Instead of accepting the credit card account information from either a magnetic strip reader 4, a bar code reader 4′, or a manual keypad 5, as is the case with the standard point of identification terminal 1, the retrofit terminal would accept the credit card account information from installed point of sale or credit card authorization hardware via a communications interface. The retrofit terminal would then initiate communications to a remote database site in the same manner described earlier in order to retrieve and display identifying data, such as digitized photographs of the authorized credit card users. However, unlike the standard point of identification terminal, identifier accountability would have to be provided using inputs entered by the identifier on the existing credit card authorization hardware, or through the input of an access authority information unit, such as a unique memorized or electronic key implemented PIN through the retrofit terminal. In addition, the retrofit terminal could be configured to display a biometric identifier of each identifier authorized to access the remote database, which would itself be verified by a supervisor or the like upon initial sign on to the system by an identifier. The retrofit terminal would then forward the identifier specific information to the remote database site for storage. The retrofit terminal could also include an optional check scanner, identification card scanner or an optional bar code reader to allow for flexibility of use with other forms of payment such as personal or company checks or the like, which will be discussed in more detail below. Thus, the retrofit terminal would greatly reduce the cost per verification site, would simplify the installation of hardware at each verification site, and would increase the viability and acceptability of the novel positive identification system. Multiple remote database storage and retrieval centers would be tied together via a global high speed network 24-26. Data from any of the database centers can be routed to any of the other centers over the network in order to update the databases, provide redundancy of data, emergency backup, load monitoring and transactional balancing. Because the disclosed invention can be used without alteration of any substantial kind to the present credit card system, as seen from the perspective of a current credit card user, novel methods will be used to develop the digital photographic image database. Such novel methods of developing the image database are further described in U.S. Pat. No. 5,657,389, issued on Aug. 12, 1997, and assigned to the assignee of the present invention and incorporated herein by reference. Another embodiment of the invention comprises a system and method of efficiently processing non cash-based financial transactions such as check or other non-cash financial instrument-initiated transactions. Turning now to FIG. 5, this embodiment requires the use of a point of identification terminal 1, which includes document scanner 4″. The system would operate much like that described above for individual financial transactions using credit cards, except that a personal or company check 50 would be tendered at a point of sale as the method of payment. When a check is tendered as the method of payment, the store clerk would process the check by inserting it into scanner 4″ of point of identification terminal 1. Check scanner 4″ would read the account data 52 off of the check 50, which is included on all valid checks in a standardized format, including standard character types and placement. In addition to reading the account number, check scanner 4″ would also scan any personal data 54 off of the check. Such personal data is generally presented in the upper left hand corner of checks. Although this data may be presented in varying formats, including different fonts, sizes or order of data, standard optical character recognition (OCR) techniques would be utilized by the point of identification terminal in order to allow for these types of variations to be acceptable to the system. More robust embodiments of the invention are shown in FIGS. 10, 11 and 12. These embodiments include a scanner 100, which can not only read character-based data of a check 50 but can capture image data as well. While the invention contemplates the use of any technology capable of capturing both image and textual data, such as standard charge coupled device (CCD) image capture devices or linear CCD devices, which would require that the document be mechanically passed by the device, the preferred embodiment of the invention utilizes a high resolution, low cost complimentary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) camera 110 on a printed circuit board 111 to capture the image or images. In this manner, a "snapshot" can be taken of a check, a driver's license, a passport, an identification card, or any other instrument inserted into one or more scanner inputs of the point of identification terminal. FIG. 10 shows an embodiment of the invention which includes a single scanner input 100. The device shown in FIG. 10 would be used as a scanner for retrofit applications, much like the retrofit terminal described earlier and would interface with existing point of sale hardware via a communications interface 122. Scanner 100 includes a display panel 6, which is preferably a miniature flat panel display, which would also preferably be adjustable to allow the display to be viewed comfortably at different angles. In addition, scanner terminal 100 would include an electronic key insertion slot 120, into which a clerk would insert his or her electronic software key in order to access the system and to link transactions accomplished by each clerk to transaction information at the remote database site, as described earlier. Since this embodiment would receive transaction data from existing point of sale hardware through communications interface 122, which may be a standard, RS 232 communications interface, the scanner 100 itself would not include a complete keypad. However, the scanner terminal 100 would include an accept transaction key 124, which a clerk would depress to indicate that the identity of a patron has been verified. The preferred location of the accept transaction key would be proximate the display, which would help ensure that a clerk looks in the direction of the display in order to locate and depress the accept transaction key 124. An example of a multi-input scanner is shown in FIG. 11. The embodiment of FIG. 11 includes two scanner input slots 102 and 104. In this embodiment, scanner input 102 is a driver's license or other identification card input and would be physically smaller that scanner input 104, which would accept larger documents, such as checks, store receipts, passports or other larger identification or financial transaction documents. As can be seen from FIG. 12, a single CMOS chip camera can capture information off of a driver's license, for example, or a check or receipt by utilizing an orientation that takes advantage of different required resolutions for each. For example, a driver's license would include small characters and/or a small photographic image, which would require a high resolution for acceptable image capture. Therefore, the driver's license slot would be oriented close to the CMOS chip camera in order to enhance the resolution. On the other hand, since a check or receipt would typically have larger characters and would not itself include a photographic image, it requires a lower image capture resolution. Therefore, a separate input slot, located further away from the CMOS chip camera, would provide sufficient resolution for acceptable image capture. By selecting a CMOS Camera 110 having a suitable effective aperture and an appropriate lens 106, camera 110 can be configured to provide a depth of field such that images captured from both scanner inputs 102 and 104 will be in focus. Sensors 112 and 114 would sense the insertion of a document in either scanner input slot and would trigger the CMOS camera to capture the image. Once a check 50 is input into the scanner 100 and the data is read off of the check, the check would be returned to the person tendering such check as payment at the point of sale. At this point, the transaction would be converted to an electronic transaction for payment. The method of the current state of the art in check-initiated electronic funds transfer transactions is more specifically shown in FIG. 6. This method requires that a check be filled out by a patron either at the point of sale or in advance using handwriting and or other means of printing the required payment information, such as the identity of the payee and the amount of the payment, on the check. The checking account number would then be input into the system either manually or through the use of a scanning device. At this point, the clerk would require the patron to provide a unique identifier to the clerk to be linked to the checking account. The most common unique identifier required is a patron's driver's license number, which would be input into the system and linked to the checking account number. The checking account number, the dollar amount of the check and the unique identifier would then be stored by the system as a check transaction record. The check would then be returned to the patron. The system would then process the transaction electronically as a routine electronic fund transfer (EFT). So far, this type of check-initiated EFT transaction does not pose any problems to retailers or other merchants. However, if a particular check-initiated, EFT does not clear, the retailer would not be in possession of sufficient data to track down the particular patron who tendered the original check that resulted in the unprocessed or failed EFT. By not retaining the physical check, which would include the tenderer's name, address and other identifying data, the retailer would only have a checking account number and the amount of the failed EFT on hand. Thus, the retailer would be required to send the transaction out for name recovery by an independent agency. The name recovered would then need to map the unique identifier to the name and address of the person tendering the check and return the same to the retailer requesting the information. Only then would the retailer be in a position to continue the processing of the payment by contacting the person who originally tendered the check and requesting an 14 alternative form of payment. As can be imagined, this process could be time consuming and costly to merchants. However, the disclosed invention would greatly simplify the entire check-initiated EFT payment transaction and virtually eliminate fraudulent check-initiated transactions. Turning now to FIG. 7, a real-time method of processing check-initiated EFTs, including a real-time method of data recovery and data correlation is shown. In this method, as with the current state of the art, a check or other non-cash financial instrument would be filled out by a patron at the point of sale or in advance. The check or other instrument would then be tendered to a sales clerk at a point of sale location as the payment method for a particular financial transaction. The next step would be to scan the instrument using check scanner 4″ in the point of identification terminal 1. The check scanner would thus obtain the relevant information necessary to convert the check-based transaction into an EFT, such as the checking account number, routing information and the like. However, at this point in the transaction, the disclosed system and method would depart from the current state of the art. In addition to having the capability of reading the checking account and routing information off of the check, the disclosed system would include a check scanner capable of reading other printed information off the face of the check, such as name, address, etc. This may be done either using built-in OCR capabilities or through the use of bit map or other imaging techniques, which could capture an image of a particular check, convert the same into an electronic file, which would then be communicated to the remote database site where it would be resolved using remote OCR technologies resident at the remote database site. In any event, once the account information and other identifying data is read by the check scanner, the point of identification terminal would initiate communications with the secure, remote database described earlier with respect to credit card transactions. Once communications are established, the point of identification terminal would query the remote database and request that the account data be mapped to one or more valid names and addresses authorized to use the checking account in question. The correlation would be accomplished at the remote database and a name, or list of names, would be retrieved from the database and transmitted to the point of identification terminal. Optionally, the database could send at least one unique identifier for each authorized user of a particular checking account to the point of sale for redundancy of identification purposes. The clerk would then scan the information received at the point of identification terminal and choose the correct name and/or identifier from the list if it is included therein. The choice selected by the clerk would then be transmitted back to the remote database where it would be logged along with the other transaction information as an EFT transaction record. If a particular EFT fails, then the EFT transaction record would be available for recovery by the retailer or other merchant so that the patron initiating the check-based transaction can be located by the retailer so that the retailer can contact said patron in order to continue the processing of the payment. An even more robust method of real-time check-initiated EFT payment processing is shown in FIG. 8. This method includes real-time biometric identification and the ability for future data recovery from the secure, remote correlation database. In this method, a check or other non-cash financial instrument is presented by a patron and is input into the point of identification terminal by the check scanner as described above. Communications are then established between the point of identification terminal and the remote database site and the checking account data is transmitted to the remote database, where it is mapped to at least one authorized user of the particular checking or other account. The remote database would then search for identifying data associated with the specified account. However, in addition to searching the remote database and retrieving only textual identifying data, such as the names, addresses and other character-based identifying information for authorized users of a specified account, the remote database would include a database of valid biometric identifiers of those authorized users as well. The preferred biometric identifier stored in the remote database is a digital photographic image of each authorized user of an account. Thus, when the remote database maps a particular account number to a list of authorized users, it not only retrieves a list of names and addresses to transmit to the point of identification terminal but it also retrieves and transmits the biometric identifiers associated with those users to the point of identification terminal. In the case of the digital photographs of the authorized users of an account, each one may be displayed on the display means 6 of the point of identification terminal 1. The clerk would then scroll through the sequence of digital images and, in the case of photographic images, compare the displayed images with the physical appearance of the person initiating the financial transaction until an image is displayed that matches the physical appearance observed by the clerk at the point of identification. When the clerk matches the biometric data, then identifier-specific data, such as a key sequence is input into the point of identification terminal to indicate that the clerk has verified the identity of the patron. The system would then log the transaction and biometric data at the remote database site as a transaction record for later retrieval if required. If no correct names and addresses are provided to the point of sale by the remote database, the system would instruct the clerk to request that the person presenting the check provide the clerk with a unique identifier, such as his or her driver's license number. The clerk would then enter the unique identifier associated with the person using the account into the point of identification terminal, which would, in turn, transmit the same to the remote database for storage and future correlation purposes. Furthermore, the clerk would be required to evaluate the identity of the person at the point of identification using prior art practices, such as examining the identifying data presented by the individual. The clerk would then manually approve the transaction if justified. FIG. 9 discloses a further method of processing non-cash financial instrument-initiated transactions, which includes the added capability of digital image capture of identification data at the point of identification terminal. Like the method disclosed with respect to FIG. 8, this method includes real-time biometric identification and the ability for future data recovery from the secure, remote correlation database. In this method, a check is presented by a patron at a point of identification as the method of payment for a particular transaction. The check data, which would include the checking account number and other data imprinted on the check is captured by the point of identification terminal using the CMOS camera discussed earlier. The checking account or other account data is then transmitted to the remote database, where the database attempts to retrieve identification data stored in the remote database, which is mapped to the input account data. In the event that the remote database retrieves image data associated with the account, then the remote database transmits the same to the point of identification terminal and the transaction continues in the same way discussed with respect to FIG. 8 above. However, the method would depart from the earlier described method in the event that the remote database is unable to retrieve any identifying data mapped to the checking account data transmitted to the remote database site. In this case, the system prompts the clerk present at the point of identification terminal to accept additional identification data from the patron and transmit the same to the remote database site. This is accomplished using the same CMOS camera utilized to capture the check data. In the preferred embodiment, the patron's driver's license is inserted into the driver's license slot in the point of identification terminal and the CMOS camera captures a "snapshot" image of the patron's driver's license, which would include both textual identification data, such as the patron's name, address, date of birth, social security number and the like, as well as a photographic image of the patron. The snapshot captured by the point of identification terminal is then transmitted to the remote database site where it is stored as a transaction record for future recall should a particular transaction be questioned at a later date. At the point of identification terminal, the clerk is then tasked with evaluating the identity of the patron using prior art methods. Provided the clerk is convinced that the patron is who the patron purports him or herself to be, then the clerk enters his or her identifier specific data into the point of identification terminal, which is stored as part of the transaction record for later retrieval if required. a transaction record database for storing said transaction records. 2. The system for efficiently processing financial transactions as claimed in claim 1, wherein said financial account data presented by a person initiating a non-cash financial transaction is a checking account number. 3. The system for efficiently processing financial transactions as claimed in claim 1, wherein said scanner comprises a CMOS camera. 4. The system of claim 1, wherein said scanner comprises a CCD camera. 5. The system of claim 1 further, wherein said point of identification terminal further comprises a terminal controller including an encryption processor for encrypting and decrypting said photo ID, said financial account data and said financial transaction data to provide the secure transmission thereof to and from said remote database site over said communications link. 6. The system of claim 1 wherein said point of identification terminal further comprises a terminal controller including compression processor for compressing and decompressing information to reduce the time required to transmit information to and from said remote database site over said communications link. 7. The system of claim 1, wherein said non-cash financial instrument comprises a credit card and said financial account data comprises a credit card account number. 8. The system of claim 1, wherein said non-cash financial instrument comprises a check and said financial account data comprises a checking account number. 10. The system of claim 9, wherein said account data input comprises said scanner. storing said account number, financial transaction information and a map to said stored Photo ID at said remote database site as a transaction record in a transaction record database. 12. The method of claim 11, wherein said non-cash financial instrument is a credit card including a credit card account number. 13. The method of claim 11, wherein said non-cash financial instrument is a check including a checking account number. 14. The method of claim 11, wherein said step of indicating that the identifier has compared the displayed digital images with the appearance of the person initiating the transaction and that a match exists comprises inputting identifier specific data into said point of identification terminal. 15. The method of efficiently processing financial transactions as claimed in claim 14, wherein the step of inputting identifier specific data into said point of identification terminal to indicate that the identifier has compared the displayed digital images with the appearance of the person initiating the transaction and that a match exists comprises inserting an identifier specific software key into a software key insertion slot in said terminal and depressing an accept transaction key.

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Nestled amidst the dense and rugged settings of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, this wildlife abode is one of the pioneer projects to protect the majestic Bengal Tigers. Built in 1936 as the 'Hailey National Park', it was later renamed as the Ramganga National Park in an around 1955 and finally to Jim Corbett National Park in 1957 in the honour of the legendary hunter Jim Corbett. A colonel in the British Indian Army, Jim Corbett was one of the most renowned hunters of the colonial era. Though he was known for all his encounters with the man-eating beasts, he was often referred to a 'sadhu' or saint by the local villagers. Post retirement, he not only turned into a wildlife author, but also took active part in spreading as well as creating awareness among the common people. His efforts to protect the endangered Indian Tigers, his works on how to conserve these predators, and his passion towards the wildlife played an important role in the significant rise in the population of the Royal Bengal Tigers. Spreading across 520sq.km, the park is considered as the oldest and one of the largest in the country. A home to more than 400 different species of flora and fauna, it mainly comprises of rugged hills, marsh lands and grasslands with sufficient supply of water round the year. Talking about the flora population around the park, it has a total of 11o different species that forms an evergreen covering and serves as a natural habitat for different wildlife species. Spotting some of the deadly predators along with other playful dwellers of the park has its own charm and cannot be missed at any cost! But again, if this exciting activity can be done while sitting on the back of a giant yet gentle mammal of the park, the fun and excitement will surely become double! Elephant safari in Jim Corbett is one of the most exciting and fun frolic things to do. One of the most sought after safari options in the park, elephant safari not only allows you the closest encounter with the fascinating charm and the inhabitants of the jungles, but also takes you to some of the core areas that are almost impossible to access with jeeps or open canters. In addition, these safaris ensures a perfect eco-tour within the park which in turn contributes to the conservation steps of the park. Conducted under the guidance of well-trained and expert mahouts, elephant safaris also ensures maximum safety, fun and excitement to the visitors. Timings: Elephant safaris are conducted twice in a day; 06:00 - 08:00 in the morning and 03:00 - 05:00 in the evening; timing is applicable for both summer and winter. Zones: The popular zones for elephant safari are Bijrani and Dhikala. NOTE: The safaris are conducted on the first come first serve basis and needs no prior booking. Conducted and operated only by the forest officials, canter safaris are yet another exciting way to delve deep into the wilderness of Jim Corbett Park! Operated twice in a day, usually open-roof canters with a seating capacity of 16-18 members are used for this purpose. For a larger group of visitors, canter safaris are the most ideal ways to enjoy wildlife safaris. Also, as the vehicles assures maximum safety to the passengers, visitors of almost all age groups can enjoy these rides; however, minors must be accompanied with an adult during the safaris. The safaris usually lasts for around 5 hours and takes the passengers to some of the most popular sites for wildlife spotting and as the vehicles are open, they promises you the most fascinating experience of the wild! Also, since only 4 canters are allowed at a time, it is advisable to book the safari well in advance. Summer: As summers offer much clear views, the first batch of safari starts at around 05:30 in the morning and continues till 12:30 in the noon. Post this, the second batch starts at around 12:20 in the noon and winds up by 06:30 in the evening. Winters: Safaris during the winters start by around 06:00 in the morning and closes down by around 11:00. The last batch of canter is allowed into the forests between 11:00AM to 04:00PM only. Zones: Among all the four buffer zones, only Dhikala Zone is open for canter safaris. NOTE: Since the safaris are carried out in eco-friendly zone, visitors should carry a disposable bag to carry back their leftovers and leave no trace within the park. Also, alcohol and non-vegetarian foods are strictly not allowed during the safaris. Among all the safari options in Jim Corbett Park, jeep safaris are the most popular. Conducted twice in a day, these safaris are allowed throughout all the buffer zones of the park and allotted in a group of 25-30 jeeps at a time; depending on the zone. Compared to the canters, as these vehicles are smaller in size, they takes you some of the core areas that are inaccessible by the canters. Though smaller in size, they promise you an extremely enthralling and exciting jungle or wildlife safari within the park. Keeping you close to the wilderness of the national park, jeeps take you to some of the hidden corners of the jungles that are quite often visited by the majestic Bengal Tigers and other wild predators. They are in fact the best option to embark on a tiger trekking trail within the park. With the jeep safaris, you can also embark on exciting sightseeing tours around the park. Sitabani Buffer Zone that do not come under the recommended buffer zones of the park, is also one of the most popular sites for jeep safaris. Owing to its tranquil and serene ambience, visitors can make it this zone and spend some of the pleasant and blissful moments with the Mother Nature in Sitabani. Summers: Like the canter safaris, jeep safaris during the summer starts at around 06:00 in the morning and continues till 09:00 in the morning. The next batch of jeeps are allowed into the jungles between 03:00 - 06:00PM. Winters: Keeping in mind about the visibility constraint during the winters, the first batch of jeeps are allowed between 07:00 to 10:00 in the morning. Following this, the second batch starts at around 02:00PM and continues till 05:00 in the evening. Zones: Jeep safaris are allowed to all the four different zones of the park. However, the number of jeeps allowed might vary according to the Forest Permit. NOTE: Since the number of jeeps permitted varies according to the zones, it is advisable to book the safaris well in advance; 30 days is the suggested time frame. Fringed with the gurgling Ramganga River, numerous ridges and plateaus, the park serves as an ideal abode to a kaleidoscopic range of flora and fauna. While the abundance of water bodies and the favourable climatic conditions supports the growth and nurture of different types of flora species, it finally results in all the required conditions for the significant wildlife population of the park. The list of flora within the park starts from non-flowering plants like ferns, lichens, mosses and continues with different types of flowering plants including the exotic orchids, dodder, scarlet red flowers and several others. The park also has a significant number of woody climbers like melletia auriculata, crypotepris buchanani, porana paniculata and others. Among the types of grass and herbs, you can find kansi, baib, tiger grass, khus khus, cyanthia, drymaria diandra, bhilmora, euphorbia hirta, clover and others alike. Different types of shrubs and bamboo plants can also be found in large number within the park. On the other hand, chir pine, date palm, kanju, jamun, aamla, banj oak, semal, maddar, kanchnaar and dhak are some of the commonly found tree species within the park. Talking about the fauna of the Jim Corbett National Park, predators like the Bengal Tiger, leopard, jungle cat, fishing cat and leopard cat mainly comprises the list. Other dominant inhabitants of the park include Indian Elephant, buffalo and Himalayan Black Bear. Among the other types of mammal, you can find a large population of barking deer, sambar deer, hog deer, chital, sloth, Indian grey mongoose, otters, yellow throat martens, Himalayan gorals and others. The park also has a significant population of avifauna. Till now, a total of 586 different species has been recorded within the park. This includes birds like parakeet, crested serpent eagle, bee-eaters, tawny fish owl, red jungle fowl and several other migratory and local birds. A large number of Indian python, crocodile and gharial along with wide range of reptiles, amphibians and fishes can also be found within the park. Though the park is famed as the only national park in the country that allows overnight stay to the visitors, entry within the park is restricted to certain areas. Keeping in mind about the safety of both the visitors and the natural dwellers of the jungles, the whole of the park is divided into four different zones where tourist activities are allowed. Known as the 'buffer zones', these are Dhikala, Jhirna, Bijrani and Durga Devi zones. Largest of all the buffer zones, Dhikala Zone is the hub for the visitors to the park. With the Dhangadi Gate as the entry point, it is known for its abundance of wildlife species like Bengal Tigers, Asian Elephants, deer, chital, crocodile, reptiles like cobra, and birds like vulture, dove and several others. November (mid) to June (mid) is the best time to visit this buffer zone of the park. Only 16km from the heart of the Ramnagar, this buffer zone is one of the newly introduced among all the other zones. Well connected with the city limits, it can easily reached by buses, taxis and other means of communication. In addition to the stunning beauty of this zone, it is also known as one of the ideal spots to have an encounter with the fascinating bears. While Jhirna Gate serves as the entry point to this zone, it is best visited during the months of October to the end of June. For the nature lovers who crave to witness the different flora species of the park, Bijrani Zone is the most ideal place to be! Located only 1km from the limits of Ramnagar, it is also popular among the wildlife lovers. With the Amdanda Gate as its entry point, it serves as a perfect place to spot wildlife species like elephant, tiger, deer, chital, and monkeys along with an array of bird species. October (mid) to June (end) is the best time to visit the Bijrani Zone. Upon entering through the Durga Devi Gate of the park, you will be at the Durga Devi Zone that is known for a significant number of avifauna species. A paradise for the bird watchers, it shelters a large number of grey headed eagle, marron orile, crested laughing thrushor, black chinned yuhina and others. For a much exciting and fun frolic experience, you must visit this zone during the months of November (mid) to June (end). Incorporated within the tiger reserve zone in 2014, it is one of the famed eco-tourism zones within the park. Around 13km from Ramnagar, it remains open throughout the year and attracts a large number of tourists who yearns to enjoy the undulated views of the nature and wildlife of Jim Corbett Park. Though this one does not come under the limits of the main park, it still attracts a significant number of nature enthusiasts. Its tranquil ambience, scenic beauty and openness serves as the main attraction among the tourists. While the lush and dense forests of Jim Corbett Park serves as an ideal home to a wide range of wildlife; some of which has already been declared as endangered. Owing to the large population of various exotic species, the park makes it an ideal destination for several enthralling activities. In addition, the rugged and exhilarating settings of the park also entices the adventure junkies and the leisure seekers to indulge in an array of activities and quench all their yearnings for thrill and excitement. If you are among the camping enthusiasts, you must visit the Corbett National Park! Guarded by captivating hillocks, adorned by several rivers and fringed with lush greeneries, it is the only park in the entire country that allows overnight camping to the visitors. Among all the activities you can enjoy within the limits of the park, camping always ensure you maximum exposure to the untouched beauty of the park. In addition to this, it also allows you to stay close to the wilderness of the forests along with many different activities and things to do. The park has a large number of private as well as government camps that promises exciting camping options to the visitors. Jungle safaris are in fact the most popular activities within the fascinating settings of the park. A gateway to the lush and magical beauty of the park, these safaris are conducted across various corners or the buffer zones throughout the day. Taking you through the natural habitats of the jungle dwellers, these safaris not only allows you to witness and spot the grandiosity of the jungles, but also offers you numerous chances of spotting the mighty predators of the jungles. Conducted through jeeps and open canters, these safaris allow you to opt for the most convenient and exciting ways to delve deep into the dense thickets and have a glimpse of their wilderness. While the jeep safaris are more suitable for a smaller group, the open canter safaris are preferable for larger groups and alike. Also, for those who want to explore and enjoy the magical beauty of Corbett's fascinating range of wildlife in a steady pace, they can opt for the elephant safaris and step into the wilderness of the park. Mostly conducted during the early mornings, these safaris also prove to be exciting ways to witness and enjoy the appealing charm of the park. A visit to Jim Corbett National Park without wildlife spotting is never complete! As tourist movements are allowed in certain parts of the park, one can avail the jungle safaris conducted daily and make their way into the buffer zones for an enthralling wildlife spotting experience. Most of the wildlife spotting safaris make their way through the Dhangadi Gate and takes the wildlife lovers to the Dhikala Zone which is known for its abundance of wildlife. Conducted for a considerable amount of time, these safaris allow you to witness and spot the dwellers of the jungles in their natural habitats and also from a close hand. Bijrani and Jhirna zones are also known for their amazing range of wildlife population. While the Jhirna Zone serves as a befitting destination to spot the bears, Bijrani Zone allows you to have an encounter with species like elephant, tiger, crocodile, and chital along with a myriad list of avifauna. Talking about the fun frolic nature activities in the Jim Corbett Park, bird watching also attracts a large number of nature lovers to the park. Among all the popular spots for this exciting activity, the Durga Devi Zone sounds to the most wonderful location. The lush green settings around this zone and the availability of foods attract a large number of local as well as migratory birds to this locale. Winter is the best time or bird watching in this zone as during this period of the year, it attracts a large number of migratory birds to this region. When it comes to the immaculate beauty of the Mother Nature, Corbett National Park outshines most of the national parks in the entire nation. An ideal home to a fascinating range of flora and fauna, its enchanting beauty proves to be a true delight for the shutterbugs. Be it nature or wildlife photography, the bucolic settings and the exotic range of the park's wildlife entices photographers from almost all the corners of the world. For the adrenaline seekers, the park also offers several enthralling games and activities; river rafting is undoubtedly one of the thrilling offers of the park. Set beside several gurgling rivers, one can find many different rafting sites around the park. Ranging from easy to challenging, one can cruise through almost all sorts of rapids while visiting the park. When it comes to angling or game fishing, Corbett National Park can be called as one of the most promising destinations in the country. Among all the spots or destinations for angling, the Ramganga River host the most wonderful spots and camps for angling. And among all the fishing spots in the vicinity, Matwasha nd Rikawasi are the two renowned destinations for golden mahseer fishing. The Kosi River flowing through the thickets of Corbett also offers several exciting spots for game fishing. However, fishing in Kori River is permitted only during October to June. The rugged landscapes and settings of the park also attracts a considerable number of mountain bikers from various corners of the globe. The different levels of biking around the park make it even more enthralling for the bikers. Also, in addition to biking, one can also indulge in nature sightseeing, camping, and wildlife spotting around the park. To note here, you should avoid the monsoons as the terrains within the park get washed away due to the heavy rains. Be it rappelling or rock climbing, the park has its own charm and allurement! As already said, the park offers several craggy an uneven rock formations, it serves as an ideal hotspot for these two adventure activities. Among all the ways to explore and discover the natural charm of the park, nature trekking promises the most wonderful experience to the visitors. Though permitted across a handful of regions inside the park, you will never find a dull moment during nature trekking inside the park. An absolute way to discover the lush beauty of the nature, it also allows the visitors to camp within the premises of the park and enjoy its alluring charm from a close hand. Owing to the several gurgling rivers; especially the Kosi and Ramganga Rivers, Corbett also hosts an array of spots for river crossing. During the activity, the participants are harnessed to a rope whose other end is tied to the opposite side of the river, and thy have to cross the river with the help of the rope. The activity not only makes it for an enthralling experience, but also introduces the thrill seekers to the various types of terrains, gorges and boulder strewn paths within the park. A resort that goes friendly with your wallet, Le Roi is also among the must visit resorts in Jim Corbett. Overlooking the lush and dense thickets of the Himalayas, this retreat has around 24 rooms that are authentically designed to offer a pleasant and comforting stay to the guests. In addition to this, wooden flooring, elegant furniture, glass windows and other facilities within the rooms will add an extra charm to your stay. Along with a luxurious stay, the resort also promises delicious foods to its visitors. Expert chefs and cooks within the Le Roi Resort knows the art of pampering your taste buds and make you crave for more! Other facilities and amenities of the resort includes coffee shops, swimming pool, fitness centre, in-built bar, intercom facility and lot more. Located around 20km from Dhikala Zone and 29km from Durga Devi Gate of the park, Ramganga Resort is one of the most sought after retreats in Ramnagar. Nestled amidst lush greeneries and guarded by fascinating hillocks, it is known for its luxurious offerings and offers a blissful stay amidst the wilderness of the jungles. Irrespective of when and with whom you are visiting, it promises a warm hospitality and range of dedicated service to its patrons. Well-equipped and spacious rooms, modern amenities and facilities, separate swimming pool for adults and kids, indoor and outdoor game options, and a library within the resort will surely make your stay memorable. Seated on the banks of the Kosi River and around 7km from the Bijrani Gate of the park, this holiday home is also among the best places to stay in Jim Corbett. Offering you the best of the wildlife experience, the resort boasts of its aesthetically designed rooms and the bucolic surroundings. A perfect place to wind up and soak in the wilderness of the jungles, glass rooms in Corbett Riverside Resort is a true delight for the visitors. These rooms not only keeps you close to the nature, but also offers panoramic views of the surroundings. Among the other amenities and facilities of the resort, there is swimming pool, health centre, multi-cuisine restaurant and lot more in this resort. An ode to luxury and comfort amidst the lush settings of Jim Corbett, Maya Resort promises a pleasant stay to the visitors who crave for a perfect holiday in Jim Corbett. With an in-house spa, the resort also assures a relaxed and rejuvenating experience to its patrons. In addition to this, the array of activities conducted within the resort, adds an extra amount of fun and delight to your holiday. With a total of 24 well-furnished rooms, colourful lawns, and a range of modern amenities, this holiday retreat makes it for a wonderful experience in and around the park. Its facilities like modern bathrooms, LCD TV, power backup, swimming pool, gym, and several others cater to all the needs and requirements of the patrons. Located around 10km from the heart of Ramnagar, Wood Castle Resort is an ultimate retreat to surrender oneself into the hands of nature! Seated at the foothills of the Shivalik Ranges, it keeps its visitors enchanted with all its delightful services and offerings. Rooms here offers astounding views of the surroundings and are decked with almost all the modern amenities and facilities. Serving a range of delicacies from Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine, it promises a flavoursome stay to the visitors. Also, indoor and outdoor game options, spa and ayurvedic treatments, and all the other facilities provided by Wood Castle will surely make your holiday much more exciting. A resort that perfectly camouflages with the lush jungles and forests, The Den Corbett is yet another ideal retreats in Jim Corbett! Whether you are travelling with your family; including kids, friends or colleagues, this holiday home around the park will promise you pleasant and memorable moments. With an array of facilities like swimming pool, activity rooms, entertainment centres and others, it makes you feel comfortable while enjoying the bucolic settings of the evergreen forests. Rooms within the resort are laced up with elegantly designed furniture and makes you feel like a home at any point of your stay. Located around 14km from the limits of Ramnagar; along the way to Ranikhet, this sacred temple is seated amidst the gurgling water of the Kosi River. Originally a large monolith, it has the Goddess Garjia Devi as the main deity and is one of the most pious temples among the locals. Newly wed couples throng this temple after climbing a series of stairs to seek the blessings of the goddess. In addition to the religious importance, it also serves as an ideal spot for the hikers and nature lovers. As already mentioned, Sitabani Forest Reserve is not a part of the park; rather, it is a dense forest that proves to be a paradise for the bird watchers. In addition to its exotic range of avifauna, one can also spot wildlife species like elephant, tiger, leopard, wild boars, king cobra and several other endangered species in this reserve. Also, as the only way to get into this zone is either by a jeep or elephant safari, it attracts a large number of visitors to Jim Corbett. Taking the fun and delight of your national park visit further, the Corbett Water Falls is yet another not to be missed marvel around the limits of the park. Nestled amidst lush and evergreen thickets, this cascade is located around 25km from Ramnagar and has a lagoon-shaped pool where visitors can enjoy swimming and other recreational activities. While entering the park premises through the Dhangarhi Gate, you can visit this delightful museum that holds various information about the history of Jim Corbett National Park. Visit this museum and you will get to know a lot about the geography, topography and several other important details of the park. A much sought after destination for the adventure fishing enthusiasts, Kosi River forms the eastern limit of the park. Though its trails do not enter the park, it is often visited by the dwellers of the jungle searching for water. Owing to the large population of mahseer in the river, it also attracts a significant number of migratory birds throughout the year and proves to be an ideal place for bird watching. Located in Kaladhungi in Nainital, Corbett Museum is in fact one of the must visit places in and around the park. The once a home to the legendary hunter Jim Corbett, it has now been turned into a museum that houses his personal belongings like caps, guns, fishing nets, letters and several other antique pieces that belonged to him. A visit to the museum will give you an insight about the life and work of this renowned hunter of the past. Located around 260km from Jim Corbett, Nainital needs no introduction! A heaven for the winter lovers, this stunning hill station in Uttarakhand is among the best places to visit in and around the park. Seated on a pear-shaped valley at a height of 2,084m above the sea level, this hilly retreat offers a plenitude of adventure, leisure, recreational and sightseeing options to the visitors. Also called the 'Queen's Meadow', Ranikhet is located around 203km away from the park. A pictorial hill station in the Almora district of Uttarakhand, it also serves as a cantonment town for some of the regiments of Indian Army. With a list of places to visit and exotic range of flora and fauna, Ranikhet is also popular among the visitors and is a must visit hill station in Uttarakhand. Around 22km from Nainital and 158km from the limits of Jim Corbett, Bhimtal also attracts a significant number of tourists round the year. A quaint city located 1,370m above the sea level, it also serves as an adventure hub for the thrill seekers. On your visit to Bhimtal, you can indulge in activities like boating, horse riding, mountain biking, hand gliding and several others. If you are coming from Delhi, you can board any trains between Delhi and Ramnagar; headquarter of Jim Corbett Park. From Ramnagar, you can easily reach the park by hiring a taxi. Trains to Ramnagar are also available from other cities like Lucknow, Varanasi and Allahabad; all these trains travel through Kanpur. Ramnagar is well connected by roads to cities like Delhi, Haridwar, Bareily, Nainital, Ranikhet, and Dehradun, via the route to Gajraula, Moradabad and Kashipur. You can also visit Ramnagar from other places like Haldwani, Kashipur and Kathgodam. If you are travelling by flight, Phoolbagh in Patnanagar will serve as the nearest airport to Jim Corbett. 1. Entry permits are mandatory for the visitors. 2. Carry valid ID proofs during your visit to Jim Corbett National Park. 3. Visitors should carry a litter bag and bring back any non-biodegradable left overs like plastic bottle, metal foils, tin cans and other similar. 4. In order to avoid any kind of mishaps within the park, make sure you always appoint a government approved tour guide. 5. Do not disturb the dwellers of the jungle in any form. 6. Do not carry non-vegetarian foods during the jungle safaris. 7. Avoid playing loud music or any unwanted noise during the jungle safaris. 8. Avoid using headphones or earphones during the safaris. 9. Wear khaki or olive green clothes during the jungle safaris as they gets easily camouflaged with the nature. 10. Drive slowly while within the jungles and avoid using horns as much as possible. 11. Pay heed and attention to the tour guides and instructors. 12. Consumption of alcohol, tobacco and other forms of intoxicants are strictly prohibited within the limits of the park. 13. Do not enter into the jungles post sunset. 14. Carrying guns or arms of any type into the park is a punishable offence and might lead to serious punishment. 15. Do not indulge in feeding the animals in any form; it is strictly prohibited and might be considered as a cruelty towards them. 16. Visitors' vehicles are not allowed within the park; always board the government approved vehicles for jungle safaris and wildlife spotting.

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A licensed agent can explain how the ACA works and what your options and alternatives are. Using an agent is free to the consumer. Obamacare is confusing and if you choose the wrong plan you could be overpaying for your health insurance by thousands of dollars every year. We can help you understand all of your options under the new law, and assist you with the application process. Plenty of Texans interested in Obamacare, but none can enroll online. Many want alternatives. ZERO ENROLLED: No one has been enrolled through Texas's online health exchange yet. But the call center is fielding thousands interested in Obamacare. It's not only the nationalAffordable Care Act insurance exchange that's experiencing a host of problems. Texas, despite setting up its own state exchange forObamacareinsurance, has yet to enroll anyone through its online website for health insurance. The online exchange,healthcare.gov, launched Oct. 1. Texans can browse for health insurance, but they can't enroll online. In the past week, the system has seen 100,000 visits to healthcare.gov and more than 100,000 calls, website spokeswoman Ariane Holm told Northwest Watchdog. Since the beginning of October, they've had 17,200 calls. The state of Texas continues to struggle with problems on its "healthcare.gov" internet health exchange site, as the Governor of that state says 100 people will be hired to process paper applications because the web site's enrollment capabilities still aren't working. Are you sick? In need of medicine? Surgery? Don't have insurance? For most Americans the Affordable Care Act (also known as Obamacare) will allow you to get the help you desperately need. Even though initial indications lean toward success, many Republicans question the program's merits. The complaining conservatives have long been the victims of jokes and ridicule for their ongoing failure to come up with any solution at all for the ongoing health care crisis. However, Texas Governor Rick Perry has finally saddled up and presented a new alternative: "Perry Care". To Perry, Obamacare is an "extremely wasteful program that gives away free medical care to people who have not earned the right to be healthy." This fall, Texans will see Perry Care's full impact with the taxpayer funded game show, Heal or No Heal, where seriously ill people can play for the chance to win comprehensive albeit mediocre health care. Filming has already begun and the initial buzz is that the show will be a sure hit… in the South… among conservatives… who haven't finished high school. The format for Heal or No Heal is a cross between the game shows Deal or No Deal, Let's Make a Deal and Wipeout. Will the seriously ill senior citizen win his hip replacement or a mere bottle of aspirin? 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And across the country, leftist Senate candidates in Missouri, Kentucky and Indiana have all come out against President Obama's impending trillion dollar tax hike, due in January. For thousands of Texans who already have health insurance, the new year will bring new insurance policies that cover more — and, in some cases, cost more. Roughly 168,000 Texans buy their insurance individually, rather than getting coverage through an employer or government program. Of those, about 145,000 have plans that do not meet minimum requirements of the Affordable Care Act, said Cheryl Martinis, a spokeswoman for the Insurance Division of Texas's Department of Consumer and Business Services. The new health care law, sometimes called Obamacare, requires that all health insurance policies provide a certain level of coverage beginning Jan. 1. There are some exceptions, however. About 23,000 Texans have "grandfathered" insurance plans that don't meet the minimum requirements but will continue anyway. Insurance companies are not required to notify Texans with "grandfathered" plans, according to Martinis. But a representative from United — the company with the majority of these plans — said those customers will be notified by mail. In recent weeks, thousands of Texans have received letters from their insurance companies informing them that their current plan will be replaced at the start of next year. Choosing a different plan or provider could be cheaper. And about 400,000 Texans will qualify for financial assistance to help afford health insurance. For Texans looking for a new plan to take effect Jan. 1, however, the Dec. 15 enrollment deadline is fast-approaching. Low-income Texans who receive an enrollment letter may choose the "Fast Track" enrollment for the Texas Health Plan and Healthy Kids, the state's version of Medicaid, and sign up for coverage without going through healthcare.gov. About 260,000 letters were mailed and more than 62,000 people have already signed up. Colleen Thompson, a spokeswoman for CIGNA, said about 21,500 of the company's Texas customers have been notified that their current plans will end with the calendar year. "First of all, we start by repealingObamacare,"RSCChairmanSteve Scalise, Louisiana Republican, said of the new bill. Among other reforms, theGOP-sponsored bill would allow consumers to shop for insurance across state lines, let individuals and families deduct health care costs for tax purposes the way employers do and inject billions of dollars into state high-risk pools so people with preexistingmedical conditionscan gain coverage. Republican sponsors said they've notified Houseleadershipof their plans but have not secured any commitments for a quick vote on the bill. They said the existing health care law puts many more Americans into the queue forhealth care services, but does nothing to reduce costs or improve access to care. 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2017 has been full of amazingness for many of us but particularly for me. I have had the privilege of meeting these absolutely amazing people (Nicole and Josh) and photographing their wedding. Or relationship developed from there and later this year Nicole asked me if I would photograph her maternity pictures. Of course I said YES! So our new journey begins. Whoever said being pregnant was easy sure was living in a fantasy world, whoever said being pregnant is a beautiful experience was right on so many levels. No one shows pregnancy better than Nicole, she went through this session with laughter and a smile on her face. She and Josh lived in this moment and truly cherished it. This is after all the last few months it will be just the two of them, before this beautiful baby will come and bring them more joy than they can possibly imagine. There is nothing like your first love. There was so much joy and love in the room it was enough to share with the world. Nicole and Josh have been through a variety of changes this year and this little bundle has been the best gift they received. I am so over the moon and already can't wait to meet this little one. He is loved by so many already and he has no idea yet. Cherish and remember this moment for it is short lived.

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Which best colleges will i get after scoring 40marks in TANCET MBA? wat are the best colleges available after scoring 40marks in tancet for mba? Eligibilty to get admission in MBA colleges after scoring 38.4 percent in TANCET MBA for an OBC category? What are the colleges available after scoring 16.4 in MBA TANCET? Can i get good colleges after scoring 13.5 cut off marks in TANCET MBA exam? List of some colleges where can i placed after this course? Which are the colleges could i have in counselling after scoring 20.2 in TANCET MBA?

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I'm a long time 'lurker', having discovered this project around alpha 6 or 7. I'm not a very experienced programmer (especially in C++), but I'm a physicist, so I guess I can lend a hand with physics and math stuff. I've seen here and around that there appears to be some interest in a more detailed model of flight. If you feel that this could be a useful improvement, I could have a look and see if there is a simple way to add in a reasonably realistic atmospheric flight model. Let me think what do you think of it, and if there are any ideas/wishlists/resources/etc that have been discussed before. I'll start first reading some papers, studying and writing down stuff, and come here when I have done my homework. Finally, a technical question: I had a look at the code, and I guess that DynamicBody.cpp is the file where you apply forces on the ships (am I right?). There I have seen the code for atmospheric drag... I could start hacking on that. testadilegno wrote: Finally, a technical question: I had a look at the code, and I guess that DynamicBody.cpp is the file where you apply forces on the ships (am I right?). Correct. A DynamicBody is one that can move freely and have forces applied to it. Conversly, a non-dynamic body is something like a planet or space station, which usually has fixed velocity and rotation and can't have additional forces applied to it (we say its "on orbital rails"). I have a wish, and it's probably a big one. I wish that the aerodynamic characteristics of a ship would be consistant with its form. Maybe a few tables and you pick from the closest match. Some of the ships would have to travel at aircraft speeds through an atmosphere and some could do mach 20 as a result of their hull designs. A ship with wings would glide much better than a pointed brick, but the wings would add dead weight outside an atmosphere. An atmospheric shield generator could still be purchaced to improve performance. It could use the new shield mesh which might be useable as a simple aerodynamic model. All you have to to is write a wind tunnel simulator and... well I said it's a big one! Malabar and Wave aught to behave very differently in atmospheric flight. I think I discussed this on IRC a few days ago, so it's on the minds of others as well. I had in mind something among the lines you have pointed out. I imagine having a table, or a "per model" set of parameters, that could be used to calculate the forces acting on a ship in the atmosphere. Since I had a very positive feedback (thanks!) I'll start working on that, and I'll keep you informed of how things develop. Simple workflow: I would expect that it should not be too hard to add in new "parameter values" for new ships, when new models are done. In this view, I was thinking that the "atmospheric shielding" could be active during different stages of flight (takeoff, reentry, high-mac cruising, etc), or one could fit different shields for different purposes: e.g. a "reentry shield" just to land on planets, and a "high-mac" shield to be able to fly fast in the atmosphere even if your ship is shaped like a brick. Maybe a wave wouldn't need it, and a DMS would. Sonic cone at mach1 ? Nyankosensei wrote: Sonic cone at mach1 ? That's something I haven't thought about. It would be a shame if one could no longer fuel scoop. But atmosphere could affect top speed, course changes, and damage from friction if no atmo. shield. Likewise you expect slippery shaped ships to have less drag. The wave/kanara should need less power to travel at high speed through a planets/Gas-Giants atmosphere meaning they use less fuel, whereas a DSM should be brought too a crawl by it's drag making scooping an atmosphere difficult and travelling through atmosphere too a station slower and less efficient. Marrying a simple model of lift & drag to the engine would be a great start and give us about 70% (guesstimate) of what people actually say they want. [*] Coming into a hover to land at a station or on the ground. Those times are going to be especially hard for the existing autopilot to understand, I guess we'll just have to work around that somehow. There are example of other open source autopilots for games and remote control/drone aircraft we can probably look into later on. Large wing craft should be more fuel efficient for delivery of payloads to and from orbit - making them logical choices for work in atmospheric environments. Of course that might imply some form of runway for take-off and landings to take full advantage of the increased lifting capability. The engines on such craft could be minimaly powered in order to save weight(allowing more cargo). This could also allow for economically priced smaller and low power winged starter ships to carry more payload on take-off and landing. Unpowered gliders could even be practical for cargo traveling one way from orbit to runways on the surface. - Although that might require some sort of in low orbit mooring system for large wingspan craft. A buoyancy model for lighter than air atmospheric type craft would make for a nice addition as well.

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Samsung will launch the Galaxy S8 on April 15, latest rumors from South Korea suggest. Industry sources told ET News that the company is planning to release "new smartphone products" in mid-April, adding how these offerings will boast a front camera that's a significant improvement on Samsung's current products. Previous rumors indicated that the Galaxy S8 will feature a front-facing shooter equipped with an autofocus actuator, which is why this information most likely pertains to Samsung's upcoming flagship. Sources specifically labeled April 15 as the release date of the company's new offerings and made no mention of when they're going to be unveiled. However, this rumor conflicts with several other previous reports about the Galaxy S8 and its release date. While Samsung traditionally unveiled its flagship Galaxy S devices in late February during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, recent reports said that the company decided to skip MWC 2017 and unveil the Galaxy S8 at a special event in New York City scheduled for mid-April. However, other sources said that Samsung's upcoming flagship will still be unveiled in Barcelona but won't launch before April. These conflicting reports make it hard to guess when the Galaxy S8 will be hitting the market, but more information is bound to follow shortly. Reports about the front-facing camera of the Galaxy S8 have been less conflicting, as virtually all industry sources agree that Samsung is going to offer a significant upgrade on the front shooter featured in the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 Edge. The front camera module of the Galaxy S8 will likely be manufactured by a specialized imaging company as Samsung traditionally purchases premium front-facing mobile cameras from external sources. The Seoul-based tech giant has also been increasing its focus on front camera improvements in recent years and even the third generation of the mid-range Galaxy A series boasts a 16-megapixel selfie shooter. Seeing how the Galaxy S8 will be the company's top handset that's expected to excel in every category, its front camera is bound to be even better than that. All of these rumors will either be confirmed or denied in the coming months once Samsung finally unveils one of the most anticipated Android devices of the year.

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As I've said in my previous post we are being toasted on this side of the globe. The effects of the el nino phenomenon has taken over the metro and so far, many people are suffering from it. My friends at work are having a hard time sleeping during day time as it is too hot and humid, they now resort to using sleeping pills just to get a few hours of sleep. My word on it, don't rely too much on those. Be as dead tired as I am before lying to bed. Nothing beats the natural way. Tata!

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Sometimes you also just have to take the pictures that the places you visit expect you to. On my trip to the Atlanta Botanical Gardens today, they had several additional HUGE topiaries. I've got 2 here – the orangatang and the frog. I really like both of these, if you haven't seen the topiaries last year – make sure you get there this year. And the roses are still blooming! And there is (and I may post one each day) a sculpture of the four seasons, I found these to be very good.

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Katie Southworth is a graduate of Bastyr University where she received a master's in clinical nutrition and dietetics as well as a master's in clinical health psychology. She completed her dietetic internship through Bastyr and has been working in the field of nutrition for more than eight years with a focus that has ranged from weight loss and corporate wellness to oncology. She has also served as an adjunct professor for the teaching clinic at The Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Katie believes that one eating plan is not right for everyone, and patients need to discover what foods best support their own personal health and healing. She believes patients intuitively know what is best for their health but struggle to make the behavioral changes required to reach their goals. She is passionate about guiding her patients through this process and understands the challenges they face not only when making dietary changes but also when dealing with chronic diseases. When she is not in the clinic, she can be found experimenting in the kitchen, practicing yoga, hiking in the mountains, or playing in the water with her family. Katie also has a deep appreciation for a good bar of dark chocolate. Insurance Accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Premera, Regence, Bridgespan, Cigna, Lifewise, United Healthcare, Aetna, (First Choice Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Tricare coming soon). Clinical Interests: Autoimmune diseases, chronic diseases, gut health, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), thyroid health, women's health, food allergies and sensitivities, weight loss and oncology. If this is your first appointment, you must call the office at (425) 391-5270 and request your appointment over the phone; you cannot request your first appointment online.

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Must you scrap your enterprise data warehouse (EDW) for a data lake? Dr. Barry Devlin of 9sight Consulting says No! In this white paper, he shows that enterprise data lakes and data warehouses are complementary and are essential elements of a new EDW architecture. Data warehouse optimization enables each to serve a different set of business and technical needs and work together to help you get the most value from your business data.

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Today is the Third Sunday of Advent or Gaudete Sunday [13 December 2015]. In Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, this morning, at the proclamation of the Gospel in the Sung Eucharist, we lit the pink or third candle on the Advent Wreath, and recalled Saint John the Baptist. Because 13 December falls on a Sunday this year, many cathedrals, churches and college chapels are unlikely to have remembered Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), who is remembered on this day in Common Worship and the Calendar of the Church of England. Johnson, who was born in Lichfield on 18 September 1709, is best known as a writer, diarist, literary editor and the compiler of the first English dictionary. He stopped going to church at the age of eight, but he was strongly influenced a few years later by reading William Law's A serious call to a devout and holy life. For the rest of his life, Samuel Johnson remained a devout High Church Anglican. Surprisingly then, although Johnson observed holy days with great care, he seldom mentions the Christmas season in his private journals. Although he writes regularly and carefully about his observance of Lent and Easter, he makes few references of Advent, Christmas or Epiphany. Nov. 27. Advent Sunday. I considered that this day, being the beginning of the ecclesiastical year, was a proper time for a new course of life. I began to read the Greek Testament regularly at one hundred and sixty verses every Sunday. This day I began the Acts. The Church does not superstitiously observe days, merely as days, but as memorials of important facts. Christmas might be kept as well upon one day of the year as another; but there should be a stated day for commemorating the birth of our Saviour, because there is danger that what may be done on any day, will be neglected. To thy fatherly protection, O Lord, I commend this family. Bless, guide, and defend them, that they may pass through this world, as finally to enjoy in thy presence everlasting happiness, for Jesus Christ's sake. Amen. Almighty and most merciful Father, I am now, as to human eyes it seems, about to commemorate, for the last time, the death of thy Son Jesus Christ our Saviour and Redeemer. Grant, O Lord, that my whole hope and confidence may be in his merits, and his mercy; enforce and accept my imperfect repentance; make this commemoration available to the confirmation of my faith, the establishment of my hope, and the enlargement of my charity; and make the death of thy Son Jesus Christ effectual to my redemption. Have mercy on me, and pardon the multitude of my offences. Bless my friends; have mercy upon all men. Support me, by the grace of thy Holy Spirit, in the days of weakness, and at the hour of death; and receive me, at my death, to everlasting happiness, for the sake of Jesus Christ. Amen. As he lay dying, Samuel Johnson's final words were: "Iam Moriturus" ("I who am about to die"). He fell into a coma and died quietly at 7 p.m. on this day, 13 December 1784. He was buried in Westminster Abbey a week later. Samuel Johnson's life and work are celebrated in a stained glass window in Southwark Cathedral, and he is named in the calendar of the Church of England as a modern Anglican saint on this day, 13 December.

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Shares of California Resources Corp (NYSE: CRC), Chaparral Energy Inc, Noble Corporation PLC (NYSE: NE), Oceaneering International (NYSE: OII), and Weatherford International plc (NYSE: WFT) all ended trading on December 20 down by double digits. The big driver for all five of these oil-related companies was the huge sell-off in crude oil futures. Man in suit looks at red line on a chart falling sharply through the floor. Jason Hall owns shares of Noble. The Motley Fool recommends Oceaneering International. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Grace Ashton Coolidge will never forget the horror of seeing her husband, President Matthew Coolidge, gunned down by two rogue Secret Service agents on that convention stage, and she will never forget the agent who carried her to safety and comforted her on a deserted road outside New Orleans until they were found. Now, Grace must attend two functions as a former first lady, and the current president is requiring her to accept protection. The assassination has taught Grace that the Secret Service cannot be trusted, and she seeks out former agent John Marin to take the job. She said it was for only two weeks, but John Marin wants no part of protecting the former first lady. He sold everything and removed himself to a tropical island, where good rum, pretty, willing women, and amnesia was all he required. Losing a United States President on his watch could never be redeemed, but he finds it hard to resist the beautiful, elegant, haunted woman who chases him down and begs him to protect her. But there is more going on with Grace than she is letting on. Refined, smart and beautiful, she is hiding something, and it will take more than leading her by the arm with his hand at her back to get to the truth. Whatever her past, he will protect her with his life, no matter the cost. And that cost might include his heart, a heartbroken one humid night on a convention stage. Two weeks will never be enough with this woman. $4.99 on Kindle.

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The VAR statement specifies three or four variables: the first variable contains an individual's name, the second variable contains the name of the individual's first parent, and the third variable contains the name of the individual's second parent. An optional fourth variable assigns a known value to the covariance of the individual's first and second parents in the current generation. The first three variables in the VAR statement can be either numeric or character; however, only the first 12 characters of a character variable are recognized by the procedure. The fourth variable, if specified, must be numeric. If you omit the VAR statement, then the procedure uses the first three unaddressed variables as the names of the individual and its parents. (Unaddressed variables are those that are not referenced in any other PROC INBREED statement.) If the input data set contains an unaddressed fourth variable, then it becomes the covariance variable.

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For nearly five years now, I have been writing chocolate reviews for the fantastic Chocablog.com, which has become a voluminous database of reviews (and recipes) from around the world. But the time has now come for both Chocablog and me to move on to new directions. Because chocolate writing has been continuously in the back of my mind for so long, it isn't something I'm going to just give up. For now, I will experiment with combining chocolate content into this blog. Some posts may be similar to my previous reviews, but I also want to try a new angle on writing about chocolate. After all, when I was in my Food Writing class, my final project was titled "Books and Chocolate and Pleasure." I see no reason why I can't continue the literary chocolate theme. So I'll continue to keep my eyes open to everything I see and post about it all: you never know when an image is going to capture you, no matter the subject. Observe all; separate nothing.

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Home Using DNN Platf... Performance and... Optimal DNN Setup for Agency? Optimal DNN Setup for Agency? We used to run a ton of portals on each installation, but we have always had a painful time migrating leaving clients out, so we've moved to having a single portal on each installation so it's easier to send them off with their website. This has a big impact on the performance of the server, though, and as we get larger it is becoming more and more important that we optimize this. What is the 'right' way to do this? Re: Optimal DNN Setup for Agency? There isn't a right or wrong way, per se. It can be different for every use case - especially depending on the version(s) of DNN your running (not to mention the SQL Server, .Net, and IIS version(s) you might need to support as a result). Here's an article I wrote a while back to help you through the decision-making process. The bottom line is this though - you need to make sure that whatever direction you go, your web server can support it. It needs to have enough processing power.

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Go to the beach. (We live close, so this is easy). For more like this follow me here, on Facebook, and Insta. Feature photo is compliments of my amazing friend Liz. Follow her and her cute fam on insta and Facebook. I like this idea!! Especially the happy hour!! Reading, drawing, building forts, playing 'school' – we used to play outside all day long and even at night – hide & seek, catching fireflys- we were never bored! Oh to have those days again! LOL! YESS!!!! This is exactly what we are doing this summer, I want my kids to know that being with each other and having fun at home is the BEST! That having big adventures isn't' the norm but just that…big adventures are a special thing. We will be eating popsicles and getting pruny right along with ya! And there will definitely be happy hours on the porch as the firefly's glow the night sky up. long live low expectations and no stress! Oooh I love the idea of fireflies!! Sounds perfect, enjoy it! My kids have stopped saying they are bored because of the dreaded chores list lol. Sounds ideal to me but I have a 2 year old and an 11 year old. Pool parties with friends are nice but would love additional suggestions for two boys who have a large age gap and interests. Thanks! I always keep some math and language arts worksheets handy. The second they say "I'm bored" to the kitchen table they go. My 6 year old LOVES worksheets. My 10 year old learns to not be bored. Enjoy your boring summer! It's looking like I am working most of the summer so it's going to be daycare, day camp, and otherwise it's just evening and weekend trips to the beach and hopefully some hikes and weekend camping trips. Definitely nothing epic and it can be hard not to feel guilty when I hear of other families' amazing plans!

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This essay appeared in American Greatness on March 24, 2019 (here). This essay can also be found on Misrule of Law. Not surprisingly, therefore, the Left has made consistent advances, while fractious conservatives often chase their tail. Erler persists in this futile gambit, repeating discredited nostrums and making numerous errors. Rather than advance a workable theory of constitutional law, he finds common cause with libertarians who would have unelected judges divine new "rights" in séance fashion with unwritten "natural law" serving as the ersatz crystal ball. Erler concedes that Justice Kennedy's risible "mystery passage" from the Casey case is an inevitable consequence of this approach. Erler's response to my articles (here and here) rests on a number of false premises. He contends that the states did not exist as separate sovereign entities prior to the Constitution (and, thus, the Constitution cannot be a compact among the states); the Declaration automatically formed the United States as a single national entity; the Declaration is central to the Constitution; and "natural law" lurks invisibly in the Constitution, waiting to be "discovered" by discerning judges. None of these contentions withstands scrutiny. For that reason, his entire analysis fails. The Declaration served an important but limited role in the Founding. The Declaration was merely a proclamation of secession of the 13 colonies from Great Britain. As Matthew Franck pointed out in Against the Imperial Judiciary (1996), the Declaration was not a charter of government. (Scalia agreed in A Matter of Interpretation (1997), describing the Declaration as reflecting only philosophical "aspirations.") The Declaration cannot possibly be regarded as a social compact—let alone a "quintessential statement of social compact"—because it was never ratified by the states (or the people). It simply declared that the colonies would henceforth be "Free and Independent States." The purpose of declaring independence was not to live in an anarchic "state of nature," but to permit the former colonists to institute governments (plural) "deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed," in order to secure their natural rights. In a civil society, positive law (statutes and constitutions) serve that purpose. The U.S. Constitution was drafted 11 years after the Declaration was signed, and fully ratified some 14 years after. The Constitution is a "compact of the states." The Constitution became effective, by its own terms, upon the ratification of nine states in 1788, representing three-quarters of the then-existing states. U.S. Constitution, Arts. V & VII. The last state to ratify the Constitution, Rhode Island, did so in 1790. In Federalist 39, Madison referred to ratification by "the distinct and independent states." Each state, he explained, was "a sovereign body independent of all others." In Federalist 45, Madison assured readers that "the states will retain under the proposed Constitution a very extensive portion of active sovereignty." Madison described the government to be formed by the proposed Constitution as dual sovereignty, constituting a "federal" rather than a "national" government. The Constitution took effect, and the federal government began to operate on behalf of the participating states, upon the ratification of the first nine states. The remaining four states joined the U.S. and became subject to the Constitution upon their ratification. The Bill of Rights—and in particular the 10th Amendment–was added to protect the sovereignty of the states. This is the essence of federalism—a concept that Jaffa's fervid disciples apparently can't fathom. State constitutions predated the Constitution (and in some cases the Declaration itself). Despite what the 16th President may have said, possibly for self-serving reasons, historians agree that four colonies adopted constitutions even before the Declaration was signed on July 4, 1776, and the remaining states either drafted constitutions or revised their colonial charters during the Founding period. This is confirmed by references to existing state constitutions throughout The Federalist Papers, especially the discussion in Nos. 47 & 48. Denying the existence of antecedent state constitutions is bogus history, worthy of Howard Zinn, not a Claremont Institute senior fellow. The Declaration is not central to the Constitution. The Declaration is never mentioned in the Constitution, in the 14th Amendment or otherwise, and is scarcely mentioned in The Federalist Papers. The Declaration's author, Thomas Jefferson, was absent from Philadelphia—indeed, in Paris, serving as minister to France—during the constitutional convention. True, the Constitution was enabled by the Declaration, but inapt Biblical imagery of golden apples and silver pictures cannot alter the Constitution's status as our ultimate positive law. Slavery was eradicated, not by treacly sentiment or pious philosophizing, but by a Civil War and constitutional amendments–positive law, in other words. Natural law does not infuse the Constitution. If the Framers believed that "natural law" (whatever that is) was sufficient to govern their affairs, what was the point of drafting the Articles or the Constitution? Scalia described the Constitution as "a practical and pragmatic charter of government," and so it is. Like all written laws, it is a text, the moral authority of which–the consent of the governed—depends on government officials honestly enforcing its express terms. In a system based on popular sovereignty ("we the people"), there is no room for unelected judges to impose their will in the form of imagined or desired provisions—a ruse that Erler feebly attempts to dignify with the oxymoronic labels "substantive due process and substantive equal protection rights." Jaffa had a long-running debate over natural law with Walter Berns. Berns made the better case; natural rights exist only in nature, and are not self-enforcing. Thus, man enters into civil society and seeks the protection of laws. Among modern legal scholars, Michael McConnell is regarded as the most meticulous and reliable student of constitutional history. He concludes that the Ninth Amendment does not serve as a font of natural rights, and that, in any event, at the time of the Founding natural rights were not understood to override positive (or written) law. If "natural law" connotes deeply-held moral sentiment, aren't the people, or their elected representatives, the best arbiters of such matters? Unelected judges are the least reliable barometers of the community's "conscience." Tellingly, Erler has nothing whatever to say about Obergefell, and lamely asserts—without explanation–that abortion rights fall outside the amorphous "ambit of the rights of conscience" that he believes lurk invisibly within the Constitution. The problem with pretending to discern such unwritten rights is that they are totally subjective, indeterminate, and susceptible to infinite manipulation and distortion—as we have frequently experienced at the hands of activist judges in recent decades. The Framers, practical men skeptical of human nature, put no stock in such dubious notions. Finally, Erler cites Raoul Berger, author of the magisterial treatise Government by Judiciary (1977), as favoring a "reanimation" of the "privileges or immunities" clause of the 14th Amendment, but that grossly overstates Berger's position. Erler contends that the 14th Amendment effected a "radical change" or "revolution" of the federal relationship, heralding the incorporation of the Bill of Rights and opening a Pandora's Box of unenumerated rights. Berger disagreed, concluding that the 39th Congress meant only to assure that the recently-freed slaves were accorded the basic legal rights generally available to white citizens—to validate the provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1866. The right to vote had to be guaranteed separately, and Berger is emphatic that the "limited purposes" of the 14thAmendment did not include encroaching on state sovereignty. Once again, Erler is totally off base. In sum, no one on the Right questions the ultimate source of our rights: They were endowed to us by our Creator. The question is, in a constitutional republic, how do we protect those rights? The Framers looked to representative self-government, tempered by federalism, filtered popular rule, the separation of powers, and the delineation of certain rights beyond the reach of majoritarian interference—all preserved in written constitutions at the state and federal level. Judges review the constitutionality of laws in the deliberate manner envisioned by Alexander Hamilton in Federalist 78—firmly tethered to the constitutional text. If the people want to protect additional rights, they can amend their state or federal constitutions to do so. This is the essence of sound constitutionalism and the rule of law, not Lincoln idolatry, utopian resort to Platonic Guardians, or parroting the eccentric—nay, silly–rhetoric of cantankerous ideologues.

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Attorney Weiss handles the following types of cases: Personal injury. Attorney Weiss graduated from Santa Clara Univ SOL with a JD – Juris Doctor degree in 2013, as well as getting a BA – Bachelor of Arts degree from Pacific Univ. If you have a case involving Personal injury, this San Francisco personal injury attorney may be able to help you.

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Authentic to the hilt, Nature of electronic advertising is evolving to get smarter and better. Wishpond fits perfectly in the current market. As automation takes over the marketing industry, Wishpond has been nominated as High Performers from the Fall 2016 Marketing Automation Software Grid report from G2 Crowd. Wishpond is an Impressive tool that caters almost all your advertising needs. The highlight of this tool is lead creation and the next analytical process. Wishpond can help in building interactive landing pages and design competitions, track prospects, send emails, and do so much more. Wishpond Enables you to understand"where precisely" and"how" to step forward. To put it differently, it's"completely automated" and"free forever" marketing tool which catalyses the easiest procedure for nurturing and generating prospects. A/B testing feature is available in popups too. You can examine and determine which one is Giving you desired results before finalising one. Other key attributes include Social Share Buttons. It's possible to add social sharing buttons for your popups (for Facebook, Twitter, and G+). Stats provides a global Summary of activity taking Place within all of your Wishpond campaigns via different links. The analytics supplies metric information to take note of the amount of leads opening mails, switching on campaigns and page views. Leads provide you with a comprehensive view of Different leads sorted by most recent action. With every click on a direct result, you can receive all the details of the guide, including their actions, profile data and which lists they are a part of. Visitors include those who viewed the webpage but did Not convert in your form. With the use of this system of collecting customer information, it is possible to monitor even before they have converted. When they finally fill out among your types, all of the monitoring data related to their account unifies to their new lead profiles. Wishpond has Beautiful templates to get your task easy. Together with the pre-built templates, you can just drag and drop elements to make your landing page. Elements such as text boxes, picture, video, social networking programs, forms, etc.. Testing is easy on Wishpond. The WYSIWYG editor allows you customize colors, font, and all other elements of this landing page. 1 minor issue that I faced while using the editor would be I needed to click many times to select a text. You have to double click it to select and edit, but I figure that I double-clicked it for two or three times. However, what I got at the end is a thoroughly professional landing page. I guess with the result; I could manage to click few times additional! Each of the templates are mobile responsive. With more than 100 templates, you can create a high converting landing page for any business. You can run A/B Evaluations for multiple variants of your landing page. Wishpond runs the exam for you and provides you detailed reports. Depending on the accurate findings, you can zero upon the best edition of your landing page. You will need no programming knowledge to make these interactive and all-device-compatible landing pages. You can add Auto-submit hyperlinks to your emails. This allows your leads to register immediately for a workshop or webinar or likes of these by simply clicking on the hyperlink. They do not need to provide any other additional details. You can run Exciting contests and promotions on Wishpond. It's possible to collect email addresses . Afterwards, these email addresses may be used for email campaigns. Wishpond lets you promote social sharing. It gives an option to use Facebook Like Buttons as vote procedures. This facilitates share and likes. Another choice is to add share buttons for Facebook, Twitter, and Google+. It is also possible to encourage rewards for referrals. In these reward competitions, the entrants get rewarded when they refer their friends to enter your contest. I have already discussed the customizable types above. It's possible to take advantage of this feature here too. Wishpond incorporates Using a help desk app UserVoice, and also with SurveyMonkey for successful surveys. Integrations with Webinar apps like ClickWebinar and GoToWebinar will allow you to conduct smooth webinars for your prospects once they sign up on one of your own campaigns. In Addition, you Can add scores to your leads and segment them according to their activities. Add to this; you get real-time analytics that will assist you measure the performance of your automatic workflow. It is possible to use merge tags to personalize your emails based on the info you have in your database. Wishpond integrates with various email advertising tools such as MailChimp and AWeber to make the tasks easier for you. You Can choose from three distinct plans Wishpond provides — Basic, Pro and Development. Apart from the common features, the Basic plan has a limit on the prospects up to 1000, Email marketing per month up to 10,000 with one user that comes with a price tag of $45 for each month. Wishpond Also provides affiliate benefits to site owners, owners or internet advertising pros. It provides a recurring 30% commission with no payment for the service. You get consistent online payouts which can be easily tracked through GetAmbassador. When you sign up as an affiliate, you will be provided with a unique tracking link. When Wishpond receives some visitor via your affiliate link, it will immediately associate it with your affiliate account; and when the visitor purchases a subscription, either on precisely the same trip or later, you will be paid a 30% commission. The commission is revived if the subscription is renewed on a monthly or annual basis. As An affiliate in Wishpond, you receive a more than marginal accessibility to ingenious marketing tools like GetAmbassador and Tracking Dashboard which allows you to track all of your tasks such as clicks, commission, and revenue. Banner ads can be easily posted on sites or websites. Case Studies and Testimonials are used in sites, sites, and landing pages. You get access to affiliate a landing page wherein you are able to go via the templates, participate efficiently in Wishpond's official Academy and post Banner ads that can be embedded. You can Find the HTML code for Banner Ads directly on the Wishpond's Affiliate page. However, for Marketing Automation Banner ads, you'll need to await a short time! Wishpond is praised And applauded by various startups and agencies across the globe. 1 such firm is TrueCaller. A common title, Truecaller lets you identify who's calling you and from wherever. The achievement of TrueCaller is unmatched, and Wishpond has been a component of the success story. Strutta does not Provide any free support, and their strategies are quite pricey. The bundle of 249 $399 and $999 called Turnkey, Designer and Professional respectively. The amount of sharing programs is limited to Facebook, Instagram, microsite, website, iframe, and few other channels. Struta Does not have the website popups feature. The assortment of templates can also be less. No marketing automation or lead data analyzer, unlike Wishpond. Strutta lacks program integration that's disappointing. There is a lack of lead data analysis that may be used for turning leads to loyal clients. I think with Strutta, I had to spend more time. To the contrary, Wishpond did save a great deal of time. Rafflecopter and Wishpond have many similar features. But, I think Wishpond defeats Rafflecopter with its integrations. Though Rafflecopter supplies Pinterest entry alternative and Facebook entry alternative, I'd vouch for the multiple marketing apps from Wishpond. Wishpond offers marketing automation, which can be lacking in Rafflecopter. Rafflecopter, on The flip side, has a FREE plan which may entice users. But I am sure those that are unwilling to compromise their marketing needs, will go ahead and'purchase' a plan which suits their requirements. Aritic PinPoint is a full Stack marketing automation tool with advanced automation features. Developed for SMBs mainly, Aritic PinPoint shares all the attributes within Wishpond. However, Aritic PinPoint displays a much richer attribute list. For example, Wishpond provides international stats for all of the campaigns while Aritic PinPoint reveals you region-wise or country-wise reports. The marketing automation suite from Wishpond is also very basic. Together with Aritic PinPoint, marketing automation forms the core. You get deep email segmentation based on lead behaviour, events, period where the lead/customer is currently in with regards to the buyers' travel, and demographics such as location, age, gender, joining date, etc.. Email campaigns are advanced due to this comprehensive segmentation. Additionally, Aritic PinPoint works on a multichannel strategy towards promotion. You can connect and nurture your prospects via emails, SMS campaigns, push notifications, landing pages, cellular notifications, and societal networking integrations. Wishpond has just SMS, landing pages, and emails. This brings us to the pricing section. Considering that Aritic PinPoint is quite a bit more sophisticated than Wishpond and contains a lot of attributes, it is costlier. For an enterprise, Aritic PinPoint offers account-based advertising which is absent in Wishpond. I Was naturally lured towards Shortstack by simply looking at the price! Their services begin from zero and move on to $29 for your simple plan. The Enterprise program at $499 gives you access to all the features. Shortstack provides only over 30 pre-design topics unlike the countless choices from Wishpond. Another serious lapse is the deficiency of real-time testing for customized layouts. Another point of difference is, with Shortstack the number of consumers or group members is also strictly limited to one. In circumstances where multiple users are desired, a price of around $29 per each month is achievable; unlike Wishpond which can provide a number of users with restricted access to data.

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INVESTOR'S DREAM! Fantastic 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome located in Coveted MEMORIAL! Set back on a Wooded lot, this Private Townhome is waiting on your finishing touches. The Demo work is complete downstairs with New Sheetrock, Insulation, and Flooring. Upstairs was completely remodeled in 2017. Zoned to one of the Top Elementary Schools in the State of Texas: Frostwood Elementary! Don't miss this Fantastic Opportunity to own Property in Memorial!

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At BeInsured.com, we want to make it a little easier for you to get out of town with peace of mind and return to everything you left behind, so here are some pointers for prepping your home before you travel. From BeInsured.com, we wish you, your family (and your home and belongings) a very safe and joyous holiday! For further questions and assistance with any of your insurance needs, please contact BeInsured.com at 520-321-1818 or info [at] beinsured [dot] com.

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Facing shrinking incomes, governments must decide how to allocate funds among public services. This policy brief gives an overview of South African government budget decision making. It reviews opportunities and challenges related to funding primary programmes to prevent violence, and suggests that a unique approach is needed to advocate for funds. This is the second in a three-part series on reducing violence in South Africa. Carmen Abdoll works at Cornerstone Economic Research, and before that was a Senior Economist at the National Treasury of South Africa. She has a MPhil in Taxation from the University of Pretoria. Yusuf Mayet is a Senior Budget Analyst for Social Development in the Public Finance division of the National Treasury of South Africa. He has an Honours degree in Economics.

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You are here: CanuckAbroad » Travel News » Expatriate News » Does Living Abroad Make You Smarter? Does Living Abroad Make You Smarter? An article was recently published that claimed that living the life of an expatriate actually has the power to increase intelligence. At first, you may think this is nothing more than a humorous bunch of dribble. However, in some ways living abroad may actually broaden your mind. When you are planning to move to a foreign country, you do your homework. You learn a new culture and often a new language. From the time you learn that you will be travelling to a new country to begin life as an expat, you study everything you can get your hands on about that country. So, the research and preparations that you do ahead of time may actually increase your level of intelligence. In addition, you are making an effort to change the direction of your life by moving abroad. This certainly enhances several elements of your life. By moving to a new country, you gain cultural intelligence. You learn about the people, religions and cultures in your new environment; thus, increasing your intelligence level even more. Moving abroad to live the life of an expatriate often requires you to learn new skills. Learning to speak the language of your new country is very important. Especially, if you purpose for being in a new land requires you to deal with natives who may attempt to take advantage of foreigners in their country. It is also useful when you go out to eat, shop or attend social events. Living the life of an expatriate expands your horizons spiritually, physically and culturally. You will be able to acquire and expand knowledge in several areas of your life. However, it is important to note that simply living in a foreign country does not automatically increase your level of intelligence. Living abroad, however, will provide you with opportunities to learn that is not available to your friends back home.

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This is a sweet, delicious snack with 100% natural pineapple juice. This is a great snack or dessert and the perfect addition to any meal. Ideal for use in fruit smoothies or added to fruit salad. You can even use it to bake muffins or bread mixed into cottage cheese or just use it as a dessert topping. Cultivated and processed from the tropical island which is rich in quality sunlight, soil, and water. Perfect for your salads, desserts, and after meals, Less calorie meal and perfect to boost your daily energy. Ingredients are Organic Papaya, organic pineapple juice (Extract+water).

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Patriot3 Jetboots have received AMU Certification by the US Department of Defense, following years of extensive testing and development. Patriot3 Jetboots, a unique hands-free diver propulsion system designed specifically for the military and commercial diver, have received AMU Certification by the US Department of Defense following years of extensive testing and development. Already adopted by NATO forces for combat swimmer applications, J-DPS is virtually silent. Unlike other propulsion devices, it is hands free and allows the diver to accomplish other tasks. Pakistan drone program unveiled, amid growing protests over U.S. drone strikes in Pakistani soil.

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Kusunoki Masashige - Handsome portrait of the samurai Kusunoki Masashige kneeling respectfully at the foot of the stairs to a palace. Kusunoki was a brilliant strategist and general who fought to restore the exiled Emperor Go-Daigo to the throne. At the great Battle of Minatogawa, he led his men into the field on the emperor's order, knowing that his side faced superior forces and almost certain death. Badly defeated, Kusunoki and his remaining men committed ritual suicide. Kusunoki is remembered for his extreme loyalty and self-sacrifice, and a monument to him stands outside the Imperial Palace. Nice detail in the armor and arrows, with touches of burnishing. Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Slight toning, soiling, and creasing. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

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California records searchers and private investigators have been restricted from accessing voter registration records for many years. Specific conditions, namely, working on behalf of a government agency (GC 2194(a)(2) or on a court appointed matter, are the exceptions. Illinois has just passed a law that is even more restrictive, making no special allowance for journalists or other professionals. The FBI has found a means to further restrict access to FOIA requests by only searching electronic records, not paper documents.

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If you are looking for a chiropractor in the Toronto area, we would be happy to serve you. Chiropractic is a primary health care discipline providing health maintenance to the spinal column, discs, related muscles and the nervous system. Chiropractic is a safe and effective drug-free approach to pain relief arising from the disorders of the spine. We use a variety of gentle manual techniques to support our patients' needs. Chiropractic adjusting is an art and science and our continuing education helps us give you our best. Book your initial chiropractic visit now to see how we can help you reach your health goals!

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SysKit Security Manager provides you with everything you need for successful management, monitoring and reporting on Microsoft Teams and OneDrive for Business. Try it out! Get an insight into the number, membership, and guest access of all Microsoft Teams across the tenant. Monitor OneDrive activity and control access to all OneDrive accounts in your environment. Easily manage Office 365 Groups with bulk management actions and maintain a clutter-free environment. Detect objects with broken permissions inheritance. Save time needed to perform repetitive management tasks. Control external sharing and prevent possible security breaches. Track and stay on top of all SharePoint permission changes over time.

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Woven ayate fibers lend a softer, gentler exfoliation. Ayate is a natural fiber grown in central Mexico. Woven ayate fibers lend a softer, gentler exfoliation. Ayate is a natural fiber grown in central Mexico. It is an all-safe mildew resistant fiber used to exfoliate and fluff away dead skin cells. Because of the natural mildew resistance the Ayate Bath Cloth lasts up to a year.

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Where To Sell A Small Business It's one of the new, small cooperages that have popped up in America in response. Cooperages, a truly old-timey business that had shrunk right along with the bourbon industry, have hugely benefited.How To Stocktake A Small Business How To Write A Marketing Plan For A Small Business How to create a marketing plan for a small business. How to write a strategic business plan sample summary of essays of montaigne research papers on big data technologies sample of swot analysis in business plan examples creative travel writing ideas how to write an advertisement essay examples.How To Get Credit Card Machine For Small Business Your Credit Card Machine. Each merchant service provider will have its own preferred credit card equipment and point of sale solutions, and your friendly payment processing specialist can guide you to the credit card machine best matched to your small business. 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The purchase of other people's life insurance policies is a viatical transaction. This practice became popular in the 1980s as AIDs victims began to show up more frequently. The investor purchases the policy for much less than the face value. However, since the practice became popular, many insurance companies have offered riders to give half the face value to the insured if they had a terminal disease. These were free, but not every policy has one. Decide how much you're going to pay for the policy. If you do this as an investment, there are several factors involved in this scenario. The first is the amount of premiums paid by the insured. The second is the life expectancy of the insured and last is the cash value. Calculate your return. If the life expectancy of the insured is two years, and you paid $5000 for a $10000 policy, your compounded annual growth rate is 41.42 percent. Figure the calculation yourself or use the calculator in Resources. Use the formula for the compounded annual growth rate, which is (ending value/beginning value) times the exponent (1/the number of years) minus 1. The calculator is much easier. Make sure the insured is the owner. Request that they call their company on speakerphone or provide recent papers to show ownership of the policy. Ask that the person get a change of ownership form from their company and a form to change the beneficiary. On the form, you'll find an area requesting the amount paid for the absolute assignment of the policy. Fill in the amount you paid. There should be a spot to show that the new payment notices go to you, if you purchase the policy as an investment. Once the insured signs the form, make several copies. Fill out the change of beneficiary form and make yourself the beneficiary. Either fax both forms to the insurance company, drop the forms at a local office or mail in the originals. The easiest method is to call and ask for the most convenient method for the company. Continue making the payments on the policy. If you're simply transferring a policy from a parent to a child for estate purposes, show the transfer made for "love and affection" or pay only the amount paid in premiums by the insured to avoid a taxable incident for them.

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The Complete Guide to the Pack Line Defense is the most complete defensive eBook available all over the internet for the time being. With it you will have the opportunity to learn what transforms the best college basketball teams like Virginia and Arizona to successful defensive machines that no offense can win. Through this great basketball playbook you will understand the main principles of that defense: not only how it works, but why it works. You can use this philosophy if you don't coach the most athletic team to put yourself in a position to win more games and convert your players to great defenders who will be able to destruct your opponent coach's strategies. In case you have an athletic team, you can use it to take teams completely out of their comfort zone and destroy their attacking balance with great ball-pressure and gap responsibilities! Transition Defense, On-Ball Defense, Off-Ball Defense, Defending Screening Situations, Defending Ballscreens, Post Defense, Rebounding, and Defending Baseline Out of Bounds Situations. As you can see this is a huge basketball playbook that can help you get all the knowledge you need to implement this specific defense to your team practice and have your players use it in the games thay play. It will also help you teach them the basic principles of a basketball defense implemented by many teams in the college or professional level. After all, we -the basketball coaches- are primarily -or should be- teachers, preparing the next generation of professional basketball players, those who are going to succeed Lebron James, Dwayne Wade and the rest of the super stars of professional basketball. You can purchase this Pack Line Defense eBook today and prepare your team to win more games next season!

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This wooden bow tie is made from a combination of Maple and Padauk with a blue dotted fabric. It is designed to emulate the features of the American flag, from the red and white stripes to the blue stars. It is finished with mineral oil and beeswax (both edible) which help prevent the wood from drying out while still keeping its natural feel. Straps come in random colors and are not visible once the bow ties are put on. Adjustable sliders on the straps accommodate most neck sizes (13-19"). If you believe you need a different size, let me know.

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You would think that with a big trip approaching for Mrs. Sip and myself that this week would be calm on the drinking front and more focused on last-minute errands and packing. But you don't know Mrs. Sip and I. No, instead, we tried to balance both ideas, visiting with friends and family and celebrating a couple birthdays along the way. The week began with a trip to Bin 941, which specializes in shared "tapatizers". Cousin Sip had grabbed a Groupon for the meal, which included eight beers or two bottles of wine, with the selection of six different appetizers. We decided to go the beer route and I picked one round of Mad & Noisy IPA, followed by Granville Island ISA. I'd never heard of Mad & Noisy before, but apparently they are an offshoot of the Molson Brewery. Among our appies were their mountain of truffle fries, crab cakes, fried octopus, lamb skewers, and bread and dips. Some of the dishes were smaller than I would have hoped for, especially with sharing amongst a group of four, but everything tasted pretty damn good. The next night, we were back at the Central City Brewpub on Beatty Street (wow, we've been there a lot lately). This time, it was to celebrate Sis-in-Law Sip's birthday with the restaurant's monthly feature Bacon Tasting Menu. This was comprised of a salad (with beer bacon lardon), main (double smoked deep fried bacon steak), and finished with dessert (maple bacon blondie). Each dish was paired with one of the brewery's beers, while there was a choice for the salad between a Wheat Ale or Bacon Seraph Caesar. Mrs. Sip and I went with the Caesar, which was good, but should have gone with the beer. The main was combined with an IPA and dessert was joined by a Red Ale. The Sip Advisor's birthday is later this month, but we will be away for it and therefore, Mrs. Sip threw yours truly a little birthday bash with friends over the weekend. For this, we attended the BC Derby at Hastings Racecourse. The afternoon was highlighted by many beers (Parallel 49 Gypsy Tears and Granville Island Hefeweizen) gifted to me by friends, incredibly tight and exciting races, and some decent food cart snacks. Mrs. Sip and I broke even with our wagers and wins, although she did better than I did. My two big wins netted 40 and 90 cents, respectively! For dinner, we went to Steamworks Brewpub in Gastown, where I ordered a flight consisting of Kanadische Kolsch, Sisu Salmiakki Gose, Smokey Scotch Ale, and Oatmeal Stout. Of the bunch, the Smokey Scotch Ale was my favourite. I also ordered a pint of the Empress IPA, following dinner. The restaurant does something with the IPA that I have never seen before, combining it with Bellini mix. Usually I see this done (if at all) with a lager or lighter brew. I tasted Cousin Sip's serving of the drink and the two opposites work together, with tastes of bitter and sweet battling it out. With Mrs. Sip and I heading to South Africa for the next month, Sip Trips will go on a brief hiatus, but we'll be back with a vengeance upon our return. Keep sipping, my friends! Okay, we're off to a decent start. Who doesn't like meatballs? Well, I guess vegetarians and vegans, but do they really count? Anything described as "battered" can play on my team! Finding the spicy green peppers is like locating the toy in a box of cereal. At first, you're really happy because you found the surprise before anyone else could get to it. Joy turns to disappointment quickly, however, when you realize the toy isn't that great anyway, much like a spicy green pepper when you're expecting mild! To me, appies need to be something more than a condiment stuffed with another condiment, but I sadly don't call the shots in the country of Spain. Put the pork scallops aside and give me a couple bottles of your best marinade! Looked up morcilla and it is actually blood sausage, so there's strike one. Strike two is the fried quail egg although I'm sure somewhere in the world it is a delicacy. While I can't find anything to call the cojonuda out, I've decided to change the rules of baseball to suit my purpose and now all you need is two strike to retire a batter. So, there are male and female versions of cojonudo… is your sexual orientation decided by which you prefer? What if you like to swing both ways? Nothing beats meat on a stick unless it's spicy meat! Any food pocket device stuffed with more food will always shoot to the top of my favourite list. The name would have you thinking you're about to eat a small animal, however. Poor prawns… such a small creature and still gets stuffed with any number of items. Mrs. Sip would love her some tiger muscles, but I have to note that tiger ice cream isn't spicy and I think this calls into the question the process of describing spice levels using animals. I feel calling them dragon muscles would be more apt. Are these like brave little potatoes… you know, in a similar vein to the Brave Little Toaster? Cider, you say? Not my favourite, but it does have booze in it! See above, but even better! I wonder if the Spanish can rival Greek calamari? Perhaps both countries should send me some of their finest product and I will, once and for all, get to the bottom of this ever-deepening mystery. Renowned??? I'll be the judge of that. Again, Spain, send some my way and we'll send out the results as soon as our little feast has concluded! Sometimes I'm into the idea of tapas and other times, I loathe them. While they're a treasure trove of variety and perfect portion size for the ladies, a dude sometimes wants something he can really sink his teeth into like a fat burger or other hearty meal. The worst is going out with a group and splitting a bunch of appies… you will not have a good time! This drink was pretty good. Even when I subbed in Tonic Water for Club Soda, it wasn't as bitter as I feared it would be, especially with the splash of Campari there to team up with the Tonic. I guess the Cointreau and Sherry balance out the sweet-bitter war and make for an interesting cocktail.

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Several months ago I wrote a post explaining that I didn't want to be an Interaction Designer forever (you can read Confession: I don't want to be an Interaction Designer forever here). I've been doing even more reading, thinking, discussing on the topic, and have come up with additional thoughts and issues for us, as a UX community, to think about. What I'm going to write about today is the fact that one of the main issues that we see, but at times ignore, in this field is that most of us try to be jacks of all trades within UX. We try to be, and at times are successful at being, the IA and the IxD and the Content Strategist and the Visual Designer. Now you may be thinking, 'duh Lis, that is how this field works'. But I would argue that this is an issue, a big issue, for several reasons. First, by UXers trying to accomplish the entire suite of UX work themselves, we deter UX from maturing as a profession. What do I mean by this? I mean that if we continue to do this, UX as a profession, especially in organizations, cannot grow. Since one person, or several people, can handle a large amount of variation in their work, there is no reason to learn about and understand, as an outsider of UX, the different parts of the field. Why would I need to learn what content strategy is vs. interaction design vs. research when you do it all? Further more why would I budget for those activities when I'm not sure what they are and their benefit, and why would I hire someone for a specific role, even if we need an in house researcher, if I have no reason to believe that you can't handle it all. Remember, UX is all about the Benjamins right? Second, by us being jacks of all trades it can stump our own individual growth. How many of you out there know what your career path is? Ok you can do wireframes, interviews, task analysis, etc… but what next? UX management? But you don't want to be a manager. What else besides management is next for a UXer? We can't answer that question, because there are not career paths that have been established in our field. This is because the roles we play are so spread out and generalized that it is almost impossible to focus on one track… in fact there isn't only one track. This leaves it up to the individual to determine how they want to grow, and who has the time to do that when there are specs to write? Last, having one person cover all the roles in UX stops an individual from being truly satisfied and happy as a professional. There are so many things for us to do in this field. Some of which we enjoy doing (I love research, discovery, strategy, etc yay!) and some of which we don't (I tend not to enjoy specing, wireframing, etc… boo!). Because of the issues I've mentioned above, though, companies aren't going to hire different people for both roles, because I can do it all! (there are other reasons too I'm sure, I'm just focusing on this discussion). Therefore, I'm constantly having to do work I don't enjoy in order to get the work I do enjoy. This leaves me, at times, with a feeling of dissatisfaction. By focusing in on the things I want to do, and by having a mature profession that allows me to do that, I can find more individual professional happiness. Ok, so I've exposed the elephant in the room (yes I think that an IA is different than an IxD) and I've explained why I think we have an issue. So what do I propose we do about it? First, I think we need to try to stop being jacks of all trade. I saw this great article on Freelance Switch about 5 mistakes that will end your career. Take a look at #3. Being a jack of all trades makes us mediocre instead of awesome. If we stop allowing ourselves to be a do it all shop, people and companies will be forced to hire different people for different roles. Then, you can concentrate and focus on the UX stuff that you like, as opposed to having to do it all. Second, we need to support and advocate for this different roles. I can't tell you how many times I've heard UXers scoff at the term content strategy (isn't that just IA??). Well there was a gig where I got to work with a truly gifted content strategist, and it was the best thing ever! They did all the work that I hated doing, and frankly the work that I wasn't very good at. This made our solution ten times better than it would have been, and I was ten times more satisfied with my work. Advocate for a split in roles instead of being scared you're going to lose your job… if you're good, you won't. Lastly, I think we need to be more active in and provide more assistance to our education system. We have some phenomenal programs out there today that teach UX. But, they can be even better with our input and suggestions. Talk to the people that are part of these programs and share your ideas and thoughts about the work in this community. By doing so, they can continue to improve the course work that students receive and better prepare people for the UX working world. Thus, new UXers will already come in not expecting to be do-it-all shops and we can stop the bleeding at the core. Thus, what do I see as the implication to the UX future if we are able to turn this ship? I think that UX will mature as a profession. We'll start to see career paths and companies/organizations will better understand what we do, as well as their high need for our skills. You, as an individual, will also start to be more satisfied with you work. Not having to do the sitemap (but being involved in it) when you hate doing sitemaps will allow you to concentrate on how the user interacts through the site, the stuff you like to do. And finally UX will start to be respected as a field, and will not be seen as a bunch of people that have no idea what to call themselves. It's time that we started to grow up and see that we are no longer advocating just for our users' sake, but we are advocating for our place in the professional realm. We cannot do that until we know what to call ourselves and we won't know what to call ourselves until we better define who we are and what we do as individuals in UX. hi Lis, thanks for the interesting post! nnIt seems pretty fluid, or maybe cyclic, to me…for the past 3 or so years "kitchen sink" positions have indeed proliferated, but prior to that, there was more differentiation among job roles (was that when there was more money? before management were certain they knew what was required to "get design done" and reduced positions from 3 to 1? before a flood of new folks started pouring into the market hungry for whatever gigs they could get, thirsty to learn all? not sure). But maybe it's a pendulum swing, and we're simply in a generalist phase .nnbtw, I agree with you that IA isn't IxD. I'm a pretty multifaceted IA but on the spectrum that IxD sometimes claims from coding/building to visual design and everything in between, I expertly cover some of that in between waterfront, as well as research (which sometimes is/sometimes isn't baked into IxD). So, all that to say: (1) I have been able to find specialist jobs–and I still see them in the market tho there are indeed more amalgamy jobs; and (2) it may be cyclic–there are tangible benefits/drawbacks to the jack of all trades paradigm, as well as to specialization. It also is a drag when you're in a situation where the researchers are on another floor and visual designers have wireframes tossed to them over the wall, and coders are in their own little world. You're very welcome… thank you for reading! You bring up some really great points to think about indeed. "We have some phenomenal programs out there today that teach UX."nJust curious as someone who thinks about moving into UX: What programs are you thinking about there? The 2 that come to mind are SVA in NYC http://www.schoolofvisualarts.edu/index.jsp and SCAD down in Savannah: http://www.scad.edu/. I know that this has been talked about a lot on the ixda.org discussion boards as well, so you might want to look there for suggestions. I know there are many other programs that the ones I mentioned, but those are the first that spring to mind. For a future career path, why not consider a senior position in Marketing or Product Development? In a way, you have to anticipate your user or customer's needs. Would seem to translate well from UX. It might have been Jared Spool who drew a comparison of UX roles to film production roles. For a small documentary in Nashville, maybe there's a 3-person crew of generalists. On a giant Hollywood production, it's a giant list of people, titles of which you and I probably don't understand, but the people that hire them know what they do. Maybe we'll end up like that. I agree with you on the need for more specialization, and the ensuing benefits and longevity it lends to the discipline. nnWith that said, there are some market dynamics that drive this. As technology markets mature, the need and ability for more specific levels of specialization start to appear. In a market like London or New York, where there are higher dollar technology projects with project managers who understand the breadth of the UX field, I think this specialization is excellent, and should be encouraged. As you said – it only makes the work and the field better. nnWhere things break down are in the less mature markets. In a place like Nashville, where I live, UX is an almost nonexistent field. I'm one of two independent UX professionals that I know in town, and that scarcity is there for a reason. The companies spending money on technology here don't understand – and thus, don't invest in – user experience work. In a market like that, specialization can hurt the overall adoption of UX within that market, as companies can't afford, or don't understand the need to pay for, specialized sub-UX skills. In that scenario, a more broad-brushed approach to UX is often necessary to get hired, and to prove the value of user experience in general.nnAs we see these nascent technology markets mature, I think that we'll see an increasing level of specialization, which I think will only help to make the discipline better. This is a great point and one I failed to think about… thank you so much for sharing this… it adds a whole new, and very valid, dimension! Absolutely, exactly what I was thinking. I'm in Fresno, CA – located in Central California – mostly considered "farm country". UX is definitely an afterthought. Companies here are still needing to be sold on the idea that a "website" is crucial to their success! Its amazing to me how far behind we are here when it comes to the latest trends in web disciplines, marketing and technology. I want to learn more about UX (wanting to leave the Fresno market to the more progressive and up-to-date market of the bay area, or San Francisco area), which is the reason I'm on this site. I do nice design and have done so for almost 10 years now in the Fresno market but am concerned now that these new trends have passed me by, forcing me to come to blogs like this in search for more info. Had an interview today with a company from SF that liked my work, and then he asked me the question… "Do you have examples of UX work?" Honestly, I didn't even understand the question – I never heard of the term or thought it would apply to me. I guess I do now. I'm thinking, well I'm to blame for not having found the correct and specific definition of the term as of yet, or the Fresno market, for keeping me stuck – still educating companies about the need to get email accounts or twitter pages in 2011! Really? Point, search available UX or UI positions in Fresno – you'll be lucky to find ONE! Do the same search for San Francisco and you'll find hundreds of positions available in the 6 figure range.

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In Banksy's hit 2010 documentary Exit Through The Gift Shop, Mr. Brainwash (real name Thierry Guetta) gurgles in a Pepé Le Pew accent while sucking up to a cadre of top street artists—Banksy, Invader, Shephard Fairey—before, on a whim, striking out on his own. The result? A kitschy, patchwork oeuvre of with elements heavily borrowed from his idols—stencilled images of Einstein and Charlie Chaplin against comic strip decoupage and graffiti, silhouettes of Bob Marley and Billie Holliday cobbled together from crushed vinyl records, eight-foot-tall Campbell's Soup spray cans. In an art world where originality is key, Mr. Brainwash is the ultimate villain. The man himself is in town this week for a TIFF-affiliated show (including some new work) at Gallery One, where his concoctions are as garish and ridiculous as ever. They're also kind of awesome despite themselves. In Exit Through the Gift Shop, Guetta is unflinchingly earnest about the seriousness of his art. But Mr. Brainwash's work is most successful as an unintentional sendup of street art traditions, recasting those cutesy, achingly self-conscious works under new, harsh light. Does it matter that Guetta might not be totally clued in to why his work is brilliant? Probably not. He's appropriated the materials and themes of his predecessors and repurposed them without a hint of irony, turning them into a farce. Mr. Brainwash's works are almost carnivalesque in their over-the-top tackiness, like a friend who wears every piece of jewellery she owns at once. Celebrities and cartoon heroes share the same frames, along with magazine clippings and graffiti tags. In what must be Andy Warhol's worst nightmare, Leonard Nimoy and Michael Jackson don Marilyn Monroe's haircut. Each piece is an assault on the eyes. On one level, the works are a kind of absurdist warning against taking art too seriously. On another, they highlight the problem of the relationship between an artist's intention and his work's meaning. But at their most basic level, they're just plain fun. The details: Sept. 7 to Oct. 22. Free. Gallery One, 121 Scollard St., 416-929-3103, galleryone.ca.

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Well folks, I've put up a new version of the rules. After Saturday's playtest, it was clear a number of things needed either major changes, or simply removed altogether. Some of the changes are pretty big, and we'll see how they shake down in actual play. One of the biggest changes was dropping the rather anemic and convoluted Critical Threshold system. Partly this was due to it not working well with the present numbers, or with the online dice roller we use in the playtest group, but mostly it was because with the carryover mechanic, it seemed as if the critical mechanic really wasn't necessary. Instead, a simpler system has been put in place, based on the weapon used, or a flat value for magical attacks. Drums of War Wiki is a FANDOM Games Community.

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Join now to transform into your next best career. Our job may not be everything… but it's a MAJOR part of our lives. For those of us who are career minded, being in the wrong job (even if it's simply not quite right) can drain our energy, cause lower results and even take a hit to our self confidence. And when you carry all of this churn and frustration into your job every day, it's bound to hold you back! I hate to see that happen! I coach professionals every day who make changes in their career. Sometimes it's a subtle shift that yields better alignment, more empowerment, and a boost in income. Other times, it's a sweeping change out of a long term career and into something completely different that profoundly impacts the person's life journey. In any case, your career should bring you pride, purpose and empowerment. If it isn't, then we should be working together. 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It's about learning the strategies, deepening your career mastery and building the confidence you need to land BIGGER opportunities and live a more empowering and enriching life. I've helped more than 1,000 professionals and leaders advance, pivot and create more opportunities in their career. In my own career I've made four successful changes including media, marketing, finance and high-tech, and with each transition I increased my job title, leadership brand and paycheck by 15 – 34%. Today, I'm a Career Strategist inside a Fortune 100 Company (where I've worked for the past 18 years) and have my own external coaching practice where I coach and mentor professionals who want a BIGGER career. NOW is the time to invest in yourself! Sign up right now for my very small, private "CAREER UP" 8-week master class to learn how to advance, pivot and create BIGGER career opportunities. Limited Availability – only 8 seats available. 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Plus, you'll also get my CAREER UP Master Class workbook – filled with tools, guides and worksheets to help you create a step-by-step actionable plan to land your next great career. July/August 2018 Master Class – FILLED. August/September 2018 Master Class – FILLED. The registration links have been deleted off this page because all Master Classes have been currently filled. We're working behind the scenes planning future Master Classes. If you would like to be notified when our next Master Class is open and available (our Master Classes fill up very fast!) simply write to [email protected].

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What is a Naturopath and Medical Intuitive? For those who have never experienced a medical intuitive exam, I follow (at least initially) a series of steps to get a baseline reading. . . Is a medical intuitive exam accurate? Dr. Moffat, Medical Intuitive, consulting via the telephone with a client. A naturopath is a person who utilizes any and all alternative methods of healing including but not limited to diet, reflexology, kinesiology, massage, homeopathics, acupuncture, chiropractics, drumming, herbs, exercise, glandulars, emotional release work, prayer, energy work, crystals, affirmations or whatever else it takes. A medical intuitive is a person with psychic intuitive abilities that gets in touch with the energy fields of the body through sight (clairvoyance), sound (clairaudience), and feeling (clairsentience). Mostly what I do is by feel. Occasionally I hear auditory input come in from my right ear (I call it my God voice or my "still small voice") and occasionally I have been empathic (feeling the symptoms of the person by just touching them). I consider myself a facilitator of healing showing you that there are many tools out there to use in addition to traditional medicine. Originally I didn't start out as a medical intuitive. I really didn't know what to call what I do. From my reading, a medical intuitive often did not really know too much about medicine and I have quite a bit of knowledge there and a few degrees in it to boot! But I didn't want to call myself a psychic. I've read that psychics are at best only 45-50% accurate. I wanted and needed more accuracy than that if I was going to be called a nut by my colleagues. Oh my clients love me, don't get me wrong, but my veterinary friends don't really know what to do with me. The initial medical intuitive phone consult takes about 90 minutes, costs $285 for your first medical intuitive consult (not including supplements which are extra and optional) and consists of tapping into the energy field of the body (human, animal, or plant) and asking what is wrong with it. I test about 250 different acupuncture points (also called Contact Reflex Analysis (CRA) points, AK (Applied Kinesiology) points or TBM (Total Body Modification) points) to see where the subject weakens. These weak areas give us clues as to what the core cause of the health or emotional challenge is. Sometimes when people use drugs or follow recommendations without really listening to their own body they are doing a "hit and miss" treatment. It's kind of like when you were smaller and you set up a bunch of dominoes on end and knocked the first one over to see the rest of them fall. Well, when you don't have the right treatment you are knocking over the dominoes from the center of the group and the real cause (the first domino) is still the issue for the disease and is left standing. If you don't knock over the first domino, the challenge never gets healed completely and you end up putting Band-Aids on it forever. We can figure this out for you with a medical intuitive consult. Allergy and Nutritional testing: After a history is taken we find the core issues and causes using muscle testing and medical intuition. I ask the body if there are any allergies to food chemicals, seasonal allergies, specific foods, environmental allergies, etc. I test what kinds of heavy metals may be left energetically in the body as well. We then determine with medical intuition and muscle testing if the diet being eaten is balanced for the body in regards to vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, amino acids, essential oils or fatty acids and if the client is eating enough raw fruits and vegetables. I give recommendations on specific foods to eat or incorporate into the diet and test how much to eat per day or per week. During this time I test thousands of items necessary to determine what is best for your body's vibration at the time. The process is fascinating and very accurate. I've got oodles of allergies myself and am also multiple chemical sensitive, so I know a lot of "bike tricks" to getting the answers to what you are allergic to. Medical intuition and the process of muscle testing has literally saved my life. Next I determine if there are any chakra imbalances, phobias we need to deal with immediately, or energy meridian imbalances. I build an affirmation if necessary. An affirmation is a phrase or series of sentences you say out loud with the intention of programming your mind to believe what you want it to. I muscle-test how many times a day it needs to be repeated out loud for your nervous system to accept it. The affirmations are personalized and I believe God and the person's higher self and their Guides help me with this because the affirmations are so specific to what the person needs to hear. I use affirmations from Master Mind Journals, Louise Hay's book, You Can Heal Your Life and other books and resources like Creating Money: Keys to Abundance by Roman Sanaya and Duane Packer. Spiritual Lessons: I also muscle-test if the person needs to pay more attention to any particular lessons such as loving themselves, patience, worthiness, etc. We have a tendency to surround ourselves with friends, family, and other relationships that force us to pay attention to certain lessons in our lives. If this fails, I've noticed that God brings them a pet often with the same disease process or lesson. Checking existing supplements: I muscle-test each supplement to determine which supplements vibrate favorably with the body and also how many per day are needed. I want you to have ALL your supplements in the room with you at the time of your consult so we can build a To Do List together. I also test if the supplements will cause any side effects. This works for human medications as well, but it is illegal for me as a medical intuitive to tell you to discontinue any medications. You need to work with your medical doctor on that issue. Recommending just the right foods and sending home just the right products puts your hard-earned money where it will be effective instead of blowing it on things that will not work for you and eats up money and taking up precious time in the healing process. As a medical intuitive and naturopath, I am an "integrative practitioner" which means that I do believe there are wonderful drugs out there that could help certain conditions. We recommend whatever works for YOUR body. My goal is to get the healing and medical communities to work together to individualize treatments that work for the individual vibration of each body. Our job is to integrate and find ways to work with what you are already doing with the medical system and not exclude its knowledge and recommendations. If you are not using the medical system and are against it totally, then we need to find lifestyle changes and nutrition that will fix what ails you. I end up testing thousands of different supplements, herbs, vitamins, minerals, homeopathics, essential oils, and other miscellaneous products before I make my recommendations. Having a health food store or food co-op nearby is a plus, but is not totally necessary. I'll do what I can as a medical intuitive and personally to match you up with resources for products you may need. Many of my clients purchase some supplements online or just use special foods to replace a deficiency. Dr. Denice Moffat, medical intuitive, stocks Starwest botanical herbs. I used to stock many different lines of products, but found that what people needed was not always what I had so it was not cost effective for me. Believe me; my vegetable garden is teeming with the nutrients from expired supplements I have composted with over the years! By the time I'm done if the client has never been exposed to a medical intuitive they have had their eyes opened and they are usually pretty tired. My consult times were way shorter before I became a medical intuitive–then things just got out of control. Oh well, I figure you're paying me big bucks so I want to give you all I've got. I do see my share of clients that have been to big-name diagnostic centers and have come to the end of what the medical system can do for them so as a detail-oriented person I just do the best I can to enlighten the client on anything the medical system has missed. That's why I usually max out at four consults/day. Even after we get off the phone I've got lots to do to get the case completed and sometimes I even perform an energy session the next morning during my meditation which doesn't really have anything to do with medical intuition–this is usually all energy work. I double-check my work by muscle testing to see if I missed anything. Many times I can test out the core cause of the challenge or challenges, which gives insight to the multiple causes of the dis-ease or challenge that the body needs to deal with in the future. I also test whether the recommendations made will correct the body's weaknesses. Well, I leave that up to my clients to validate what I've told them. I think a medical intuitive exam is way more accurate that 45-50%, but it takes your input to be the most accurate. If you are using me as a psychic (just to test me) or you are in denial and will not accept that your body is doing something that you are afraid of then your Higher Self respects that and only gives me the details that it can without disturbing your Spiritual progression. My motto is that the truth shall set you free and that it's all good! The more I know, the more I can pass onto you, so I'm open to reading lab results and helping you to understand in many ways what is actually happening with your body, whether you can heal it, control it, manage it, or let it go. Whatever that takes. I'm there. Note: I do not diagnose (label diseases) for humans. No medical intuitive, unless they are a medical doctor, is able to legally give you a diagnosis. If you come in with a diagnosis, we can work with what you or the medical system thinks it is. If you feel you must have a name to attach to your disease to heal, then you will have to go through the medical system. We just tell you how to heal what you are experiencing by finding the "core cause" of dis-ease which is different than a diagnosis. I also do not prescribe medications, deliver babies or do surgery on humans. For example, if you have a heart problem and your heart is about ready to go into a coronary spasm and you are concerned with and came in for an acne problem, the body says, "Good grief, fix the heart first—we'll worry about the acne later!" and the testing will always bring up heart instead of the cause of the acne. Even if you tried to treat the acne with something, most likely the body would reject the treatment because it is not in the proper sequence. Isn't the body a wonderful thing? So much innate wisdom within us! I routinely recommend information such as books/tapes or videos, and healing techniques I may not do myself that would be helpful for the body. Many times I can recommend a resource for that information, but sometimes the client will have to do some additional research if they want a deeper level of understanding in some areas. I used to do an emotional clearing technique I call Dr. Moffat's Technique on Emotional Clearing (DMTEC). Using a modification of Neuro Emotional Technique (NET), I would test out the core crippling emotions of the health challenge and clear them out with a process of tapping and vocalizing. In doing emotional release work the body will only release what it is ready to. Now days I refer this work out because it was just wiping me out energy-wise. I guess some techniques that are good for the healer are not the gifts they should be doing for others. It's a good lesson. So now I refer to April Rubino who does some Emotional Freedom Technique, hypnotherapy and counseling. She does a great job over the phone and is reasonably priced. Her website is www.integrativemindworks.com . How much does a medical intuitive consult cost? My basic fee is $285 for the first exam and $250/hour after that (prorated). This initial exam takes about 90 minutes. Rechecks are charged out at $250/hour which usually take 10-30 minutes. I do not charge for "chit chat" unrelated to your case. I accept payment via, Visa/MasterCard or Discover cards at the time of the consult. I do not bill. I just don't have that extra time to do office work that isn't absolutely necessary. Some FLEX insurance plans pay for the consult and/or supplements. I will send you an itemized receipt so you can turn that in for reimbursement but I don't process the claim for you. How many sessions will you need? Sometimes one medical intuitive exam is all the body needs to get on the right track and no more exams are necessary. Other times the body needs to work with an individualized recommended protocol for a time before we can give a new set of recommendations. I'll ask your body how long it wants to do the first set of recommendations and write that down for you. The client is in charge of emailing me for a follow-up appointment. I don't book in advance for that. You know what you need. Although I can test how many layers your body has to work through, your percentage of health, and how much life force you have with the medical intuitive consult, it doesn't always correlate with the number of exams you might need. My job is to facilitate and lead the client so they have confidence in themselves. I consider myself part of your healing team. I am your employee and a coach on your team. It's important to formulate a team of healers with various backgrounds. We are here to experience relationships and to work together to figure things out. I send a copy of the medical intuitive results with each "exam" and any educational handouts that are pertinent. Work Schedule and Hours: I don't take emergencies. I do like chronic stuff and especially cases where the medical profession has given up and told the client to "live with it". I work from 10am to 6pm Pacific Time. I do not work on weekends or after hours as I have lots of other things I need to accomplish for my life, house, yard and my community. Balance is important in life and I strive to walk my talk. To read about me and how I became a medical intuitive see my bio. See My Favorite Products for Products that have worked well for my clients over the last couple of decades in my medical intuitive practice.

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The Internet Is Good for Your Brain. But Is That Enough? When cultural commentators remark on the dangers of technology, they are not all Luddites by trade. While taking the metro to work this morning, I sent about six emails during my 30-minute commute. Many of the people around me were doing the same. It's our new normal, and whether strangers once spoke to each other cordially, being social now means attending to our mobile devices. So while grappling with ever-evolving technology stimulates our brain like a thick piece of chocolate cake, to what degree we benefit as a society remains an open question. As Fast Company mocks the late John Philips Sousa for fearing the rise of the phonograph, can there be any doubt that the musicality of popular songs have steadily decreased as the medium has become more democratic? When cultural commentators remark on the dangers of technology, they are not all Luddites by trade. But when the investment society has made in certain traditions is threatened, they are right to express concern. Our communities are more than a sum of working brains.

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1 – Offer something for free. Offering useful content or a free sample of your product can really incentivise your traffic when asking for details or getting people to buy your products. Think about what interests your customers and offer something low-cost yet high-value. You could even offer a discount on multiple purchases or customer referrals too. There are benefits for lead generation too as you'll know what exactly they're interested in before you contact them! Big brands have spent millions to build trust, but there's loads you can do to put your potential customers at ease. Place trust indicators on important pages of your website. These can including anything that makes you appear more credible to your audience, such as industry qualifications and awards to payment options and delivery information. 3 – Keep things simple! Your visitors have seen your advert and decided to click for a specific reason. Make sure you don't let them lose track of that reason with too much choice. Often, too many options can overwhelm like a 15-page dinner menu that reduces your audience's appetite. So, keep your traffic focussed and on track to buying your product or calling you for the reasons they came. A poorly optimised site can dramatically reduce conversions. In fact, 79% of shoppers who are dissatisfied with website performance are less likely to buy from the same site again, and 20% of visitors abandon websites if they're too slow. So, it's important that the user journey is optimised for converting your traffic to do exactly what you want it to. If you need help with your online conversions, get in touch regarding a personalised 20+ page website report, that's researched and carried out manually by our in-house SEO experts.

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When you think of Tuscan house plans—which hail from the region around Florence, Italy—do you think of luxurious villas with sweeping views? The exteriors of Tuscan home plans are made of stucco, often with stone accents. Arches are common in Tuscan house plans, as are courtyards and clay tile roofs. Inside, the floor plans can be upscale and with modern amenities. You will certainly find deluxe master suites and gourmet kitchens, as well as large gathering spaces, enhanced by fireplaces, so you may wish to give serious consideration to Tuscan home designs for your family. If you need assistance finding a Tuscan home plan, please email, live chat, or call us at (888) 795-6803.

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The above video details the degrees of felonies in Florida. A third degree felony can result in up to five years in jail, while a second degree felony can lead to up to 15 years in jail. With a first degree felony, you can spend up to 30 years in prison. More serious first degree felonies can lead to life in prison or even the death penalty. Felonies in Florida are treated very seriously and individuals who are convicted will spend many years in jail.

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Don't let that old Toyota cost you any more money, get handsomely paid to get rid of it! Toyota Wreckers Auckland will tow a wrecked, damaged, used or junk car, truck, SUV Toyota for free today. You can even drive it to one of our auto salvage Auckland and get cash for your car faster. Ready to find out how you could earn up to $9000 Cash on the spot for your scrap, unwanted, old and broken Toyota? We also stock a range of BRAND NEW aftermarket and GENUINE parts as well as second hand parts. At Toyota Wreckers Auckland, we will endeavor to find the Toyota part you are after. As the leading Used Auto Parts Yard in Auckland, the professional and knowledgeable auto salvage at Toyota Wreckers Auckland is ready to guide you with your Toyota car issues and help you decide which auto products are most suitable to your needs. At Cars Wrecker we use various types of part locator services so if we do not have what your looking for in stock we can still get our hands on it! Pickup for Toyota Cars, Vans, 4WD trucks. Earn Easy Cash in exchange of your Toyota vehicle. Car Removal at Zero fees. Eco-Friendly processes for disposing Toyota vehicles. Any damaged, wrecked, or broken down Toyota cars are accepted. This entry was posted in auto salvage and tagged camry wreckers, corolla wreckers, corona wreckers, toyota 4x4 wreckers, Toyota Avalon wreckers, Toyota Caldina wreckers, Toyota Camry wreckers, toyota car wreckers, Toyota Corolla wreckers, Toyota Corona wreckers, Toyota Echo wreckers, Toyota Estima wreckers, Toyota Matrix wreckers, Toyota Paseo wreckers, Toyota Previa wreckers, Toyota Prius wreckers, Toyota recyelersAuckland, toyota second hand parts, toyota spare parts auckland, Toyota Starlet wreckers, Toyota Supra wreckers, toyota used parts, toyota wreckers auckland, Toyota Wreckers Auckland camry, Toyota Wreckers Auckland hilux, Toyota Wreckers Auckland parts, Toyota Wreckers Auckland south, toyota wreckers north shore, Toyota Yaris wreckers on April 8, 2013 by Cars Wrecker.

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The Maldives is a beautiful country but the resorts there make is paradise on Earth. Here is what makes Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives Surf Resort stand out from the rest. At an accommodation the likes of Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives, you're never short of an adventure. The resort is so close to marine life and you can engage in so many aquatic activities. Scuba diving, turtle watching, and snorkelling safaris are all possible here. The underwater life in the ocean near the resort is so beautiful, you may not want to resurface. If you're a fishing enthusiast or an avid fisherman, you are in for a treat. There is deep sea fishing, game fishing, sunset fishing and sunrise fishing included in their packages. Even if you don't have fishing gear of your own, need not worry, they got you covered. For the more adventurous souls out there, Cinnamon resorts host an array of aquatic sports such as surfing, kayaking, catamaran ride, stand-up and paddling, windsurfing, canoeing and paddle boating. If you're a photographer, you will be thrilled to know that the resort provides you with photography flights. Now you can photograph the beautiful ocean from a thousand feet above. If you feel too lazy to take a boat to go to other islands, take a submarine instead. You will be able to take a closer look at the underwater world. If you're here with your partner, why not take him/her on a romantic dhoni ride in the evening? Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives also provide you with transportation to visit other islands and witness the rural life. You also can pick up a few souvenirs from the local artisans. There are weekly shows where traditional performances are showcased and the Bodu Beru gives you a chance to witness the culture of Maldives. The resort has an impressive collection of local and international dishes. They serve excellent sea-food and creative versions of international cuisines. If you feel like sitting in a restaurant a little too boring for you, arrange a romantic dinner on a floating dhoni. Nothing is better than having a candlelit dinner amidst the calmness of the sea. If you have booked a water bungalow, you will be served with bottles of bubbly and delicious breakfasts will be brought to your cabin. Your stomach will be treated with utmost luxury during your stay at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives. Where is better than the Maldives to unwind and relax? Their island is paradise in the Maldives. If you pick them to provide you with accommodation, you will find yourself relaxing in their loungers and alcoves they have set all over the island. The category which your room belongs to doesn't matter. All the rooms are incredibly spacious and comforting. They will make you relax in an instant. There are a few spas on the island which offer you world-class treatments. The Chavana Spa which has unique Balinese treatments. It is a part of the international franchise, Mandara which can be found only in the best Maldives resorts. The pools at the resort are available all day long. You can bring your kids and let them have fun without having to stress about their safety. There's nothing better than soaking in the sun sipping Mai Tais all day long.

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Dr. Dupler, MD is a practicing OBGYN (Obstetrician & Gynecologist) in Carmel, IN. Dr. Dupler graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis in 1990 and has been in practice for 28 years. He completed a residency at St Vincent Hospital Health Center. He currently practices at Obstetrics & Gynecology of Indiana and is affiliated with St Vincent Carmel Hospital. Dr. Dupler accepts multiple insurance plans including Aetna, SIHO Insurance Services, and Indiana University. Dr. Dupler is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Dupler also practices at Obstetrics & Gynecology of Indiana in Carmel, IN.

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Maureen Hanson appears in historic photo shoot featured in the Cornell Alumni Magazine. Cyanobacterial Rubisco introduced into transplastomic tobacco plants was reported in Nature in September, 2014. Two different tobacco genotypes that fix all carbon with a Rubisco enzyme derived from cyanobacteria have been produced following engineering the chloroplast genome by two different strategies. Producing these plants are an important step needed to introduce the entire cyanobacterial CO2-concentration mechanism into crop plants for improved photosynthesis and crop yield. Transient expression of cyanobacterial carboxysome proteins in tobacco chloroplasts resulted in assembly of microcompartments. Tao Sun (Graduate Student in the Field of Plant Biology) received the Wu Memorial Award and the Barbara McClintock Award for outstanding student in Cornell Plant Sciences in 2013.

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With 52 applications on average for every graduate vacancy, teaching English abroad is fast becoming a serious option. especially in Asia where no teaching experience and even no TEFL (Teach. A college degree and a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification are all the qualifications to teach English abroad—and the latter isn. this is an ideal opportunity for someone. Want to travel to Thailand, gain teaching skills, earn a university-accredited TEFL qualification, and make good money in an English teaching role? Apr 5, 2017. English Language Fellow Heather Phillips discusses her English teaching experience in Indonesia and her fellowship application tips. By being a part of the demand for qualified English teachers around the world, participants are opening doors to diverse professional career opportunities, and expanding their world view while living. EPG, formerly known as the English Playgroup, provides British international education to early years and primary school students. 1. Decide what you want to accomplish teaching English abroad. You might want a cross-cultural experience or to learn a new language. Perhaps you're undecided about teaching and want a try-out before. Nov 17, 2015. Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad (GPA) – One of these group. teacher professional workshops and a two-week field experience in Turkey. I had been working at school for a pretty long time, teaching English as a. Each week, Irish Times Abroad meets an Irish person working in an interesting. fantastic Erasmus year at the University of Salamanca in Spain. I spent a year teaching English in Japan, which. Successful Children Learning Center WELCOME! Children's Creative Center provides a learning environment to equip each child with the knowledge, skills and values to be a successful learner. Malaika Early Learning Center is a stimulating, state-of-the-art learning facility dedicated to the young children of Milwaukee. Our early childhood learning program emulates the model programs proven to be the most effective. Teaching English abroad doesn't have to be confined to a classroom. In order to give your students the best experience possible, and keep them coming back for more, make sure you have the following. MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) – PGT Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Degree at Colchester Campus. UCAS code.Options available: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).Duration: 1 and 2 years. Start in October 2019/20. Life is short. See the world. Spread joy. If you're Black, Asian, Latinx, or racially ambiguous in the slightest, but were born in a first world country, it's likely that you've been on the receiving end of this question: "but where are you REALLY from?" And I'm not referring to the friendly small talk where this question springs up from genuine curiosity. He greeted every student – many of whom he knew from the 14,000-mile round trip he made from New York every other week to. So, after finishing college I decided to head back to Japan where I'd spent a year on a study abroad program and give. Feb 2, 2016. She made money by teaching English abroad, specifically in Thailand. One day. It depends on the company and your experience. You can. But demand is also increasing from abroad. The number of English-medium international. been teaching abroad. A period teaching in another country has always been an option, which of course adds to. The lure of studying abroad or volunteering on foreign soil has driven the. was matching unqualified volunteers with. Teaching English in Nagoya, Japan was a great way to initiate our journey abroad. Because of my husband's background working in architecture and his interest. Starting a job at EF English First is truly a rewarding experience that you will remember for the rest of your life. Throughout your journey with EF, we will do our best to support you and give you the tools you need to enjoy your time abroad. Jul 23, 2014. Think teaching abroad could be for you, but haven't a clue where to. and a background in education or professional teaching experience. Teachers with a Bachelor of Education or PGCE aren't limited to teaching English. Wilt is an English Teaching Assistant. He works as a college-level teaching assistant at the small Church College of Education (KPH) in Graz. This program strives "to bring talented and. Jun 28, 2013. So, how can you get this experience and make sure you're at the top. Here's how spending some time teaching English abroad can help you. TEFL.com If living with a host family isn't really your thing, but the idea of working around kids is still appealing, teaching English abroad might be the right. looking to get more real world. Links. International Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Translation (IJLLT) is a double-blind peer reviewed open access journal.It aims to provide a high-level platform for academic researchers, scholars and practitioners all over the world to share latest findings, views, ideas, information and academic experiences in the form of written scholarly articles. Hopefully the program will be expanded in the future so that all Tokyo English teachers can participate. The teachers sent abroad will be given training courses in how to teach students to. will. Those looking for love could do worse than sign up for a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL. teaching and volunteering experiences abroad. "A guy and a girl have just come back from our. Volunteer in Ecuador with the world's most affordable and trusted volunteer organization. Volunteer projects in Ecuador include Kindergarten, Teaching & more. A writing, literature and publishing major, Plabutong was accepted to Fulbright's English Teaching Assistant program, which send scholars abroad to assist local English. no Korean and has no formal. Vanessa joined EPG in 2018 and is the Early Years Vice Principal where she oversees the quality of teaching and learning, ongoing curriculum development, leadership and management and staffing of Early Years branches. We reveal how teaching English as a foreign language can help to fund your. or TEFL's appeal could lie in the chance to move abroad. Your experience will depend on several factors. The most obvious. Sep 4, 2015. So, how much can you really make teaching English abroad? It depends on several factors, such as the country, your experience, qualifications. Perfect for native English speaking graduates, looking to teach abroad. Thailand is one of the most popular. To enroll on the 120 hour internationally accredited course, no teaching experience is. Unique. Global. Adventure. If this is the experience you are looking for then joining one of our study abroad programmes is for you. To see what our current students are up to, search #LiveLearnLondon on Instagram. Or you can read our students' reflections on their Study Abroad experiences.

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Backstage: Do You Have the Right Attitude to Make It as a TV Actor in Hollywood? If this headline caught your attention, great! Read on, because this will help you even if you are already doing a lot of the "right" things to make it in this town. I cannot speak for everyone, but in my experience over the last 23 years of helping actors and singers take it to the next level, I have found the following basic tips to be extremely helpful. 1. Good manners and confidence.

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ICB supervises over 3700 bookkeepers working in public practice under its Practice Licence scheme. If you are a bookkeeper running your own business and providing a service to clients, you are legally required to have a supervising body in accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (MLR). ICB members are supervised through the Practice Licence scheme. ICB members in public practice must hold an ICB Practice Licence even if they are registered with another body that is acting as their MLR supervisor. If this applies to you please send proof of your MLR supervision together with your application for a Practice Licence. "the beauty of bookkeeping is that you can work as much or as little as you want - I work four days a week and only during school hours. Since I started, I've doubled my earnings month on month." 99% of the UK's businesses are classed as 'small' with fewer than 50 employees. In fact, one-man-bands account for almost three-quarters of all businesses. There is therefore no shortage of companies who might potentially wish to outsource their bookkeeping and who only require a bookkeeper for a few hours a month or a couple of days a week. As an ICB Practice Licence holder you could set up your own business to offer services to multiple clients on a self-employed basis. Working self employed does not suit everyone and there are lots of things to consider before you make any big decisions. You should bear in mind that your business will need your people skills just as much as your bookkeeping skills. Successful startups have a plan for proactively acquiring those crucial first clients, but once your bookkeeping business is established you should find that you gain clients just through word of mouth. "We've increased our client base by 40% in the last year without spending a penny on advertising. Being a qualified practice with ICB brings confidence, professionalism and integrity to Flex Accounting Services Ltd." ICB has produced a handy A4 guide to answer the important questions about setting up a bookkeeping business. ICB can send this to you in the post together with an application form for a Practice Licence and information about compulsory insurance for your business. Please call or email ICB to request the guide, quoting your ICB Number. Using the ICB's heraldic crest is also restricted to Practice Licence holders. With local events taking place every week of the year you're sure to find some kindred spirits. The Luca Awards are the profession's annual celebration of outstanding achievement and contribution.

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I do have to say that I just love the blog hops that are put on by Lisa Lodge of Pine Ridge Treasures. Lisa always sends out a dragon's (or cat's) hoard worth of goodies. I recieved some cultured sea glass in different colors of blues and some Chinese crystal all from ZNetShows. I will admit that this wasn't the best picture to show off my hoard but I forgot to get one before I started to play. And this way, you get to admire my studio gargoyle. I made up two different necklace that I can see myself wearing while wandering through a summer carnival. Bright enough to catch one's attention and sturdy enough to survive the rides. And those rides were an important part of the equation. I remember losing a favorite necklace when it was broken at a fair. This first necklace is plenty sturdy but is light and airy when worn. Multiple strands of Irish Waxed Linen were knotted together along with sea glass and chinese crystal. The focal is pewter and is removable. This next necklace is a bit of a quandary. I really wanted to use the pale yellow 'teeth' but looking at the picture, I am just not happy with the color. It doesn't play nicely with the darker yellow. What do you think? Should this one go into the reknot pile or am I just being too critical? Now comes the best part. Grab yourself a mug of tea, make yourself comfortable and check out all the eye candy ahead. I love your necklaces and your carnival philosophy - bright and sturdy, the perfect combination. I like the lighter yellow teeth. The shape is great in the necklace and the color is like a reverse pop - a light color contrast rather than a bright pop. Love how you've used those blue sea glass heishi, I always struggle with those! I love the design and colors in the first necklace. You did an outstanding job with it. I love the look of the dagger beads with that design, but you're right.. the darker yellow does kinda pull your eye away from them... I actually thought the daggers were a pale green >.< lol I love the knotted one though. Wish my fingers would cooperate with my brain and learn how to do those types, but so far, no luck.. my knots never look remotely like they're supposed to. I had to go back and look at that first picture when you mentioned your gargoyle... still took me a minute to clue in you meant the cat >.< lol Maybe I should have another coffee before attempting to get anything done today ;) you'll have to poke at me next time Lisa has sign ups for one of her hops, I need to get back in to joining the odd one! Love your protector of the beads maybe waiting to see a stray one he can chase around. Lol I love the first necklace, it does look so airy. Hi Shai, The first necklace is beautiful. The knotted waxed linen with the turquoise heishi and clear crystals look wonderful with the silver flower focal. I agree that the yellow tusks kind of fade with the darker yellow beads. I do like blue and yellow together but I think that all lighter yellow would look better. Strong, sturdy linen looks great in your first necklace. The focal is summery and elegant. I love both your necklaces, they are totally different and so carnival like. I like how you played with linen and multistrand in the first and how you used the different shapes in the second. Shaiha - I love your first necklace! The waxed linen looks really nice. One of these days I'll "get the hang of" linen. I like the design of the second necklace. I do think that the light yellow gets lost. It would look great without the daggers, or maybe with orange daggers. Thanks for being in the hop! I love your first necklace, the focal on that one is beautiful. I like the second one too, but the yellow tusks do look washed out to me. I love having my helpers give opinion on my designs. 2 unique designs in your necklaces. Me too!...love the 1st necklace just a whole big gigantic bunch!!! Ugh..the dreaded re-do pile..I've got one right now, too. I love those pale daggers with the bright wonderful blues that Lisa sent..wow, fabulous color, those are definitely perfect together. A pale yellow bead is a great ideas or perhaps a cool tonal pale blue?

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This is our 3rd summer with the pool. We purchased it from a local company that has been around forever, CROWN POOLS, and went with a 32 x 18 Doughboy pool. It has an 8" seat cap. I can't remember the exact name of the pool. They sunk it into the ground approx three feet on one end which with the slope of the yard translated into about 18 inches dug in on the other end. I have built a deck around the end that is sunk in the most and all the way down the long side. I am still working on the deck on the skimmer end. It's a 5 yr project. HA! HA! Here's my question. I want to fill in the back side with dirt to create a flower bed behind the pool. My intent is to have a flower bed from almost where the skimmer is the entire length of the pool to where it starts curving on the other end. The space is approx 5 feet from the fence to the pool. I will build a short retaining wall at the fence to keep the dirt away from it. The levels of additional dirt will be from approx 1 foot on the far end to approx 26 inches needed to be added on the skimmer end. I keep the pool full year round and realize that under no circumstances should the dirt be higher than water level. My concern is, when I have to replace the liner, will I have a good chance of the pool caving in? The photo basically represents the area that will be filled with dirt. Hi Danny. I would build a retaining wall next to the pool as well as the fence. The dirt in a flower be would probably never compress and pack the way a normal dirt backfill would. I would see that as a big problem if the pool were ever drained. The other consideration would be the moisture the dirt would hold from watering the flowers. That would not be good for the pool wall. I would definitely separate the garden from the pool with a wall. The waterfall sounds like a great idea and would be easy to do. Thanks so much for the photo and I hope it all turns out great.

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Here's a home truth: adults hold grudges and children don't. Honestly, as a parent, how many times have you heard, "Dad I hate you, I am not speaking to you again!" And within ten minutes your defiant little darling sidles up as your best friend? Or how about this one, "Mummy, I despise you, I wish I had a different mother!" And miraculously, shortly after, hugs are on the agenda and you are the best parent on planet earth! On the flip side, adults announce that they will not speak to another person in their world and literally 15 years later this may still be the case. Paths may cross and yet even a polite Shabbes greeting is not forthcoming. Bar and Bat mitzvahs pass by with no reconciliation. Why? Oh, because years ago there was a bitter dispute. Intriguingly, children are often labelled as immature and adults the opposite. So why do adults hold deep grudges and children shed themselves of these feelings mere moments later? Children choose being happy over being right, whereas adults choose to be right over being happy. We would (often unconsciously) rather be miserable and technically correct. So I won't speak to my uncle, so I won't speak to my brother-in-law or cousin for a quarter of a century. G-d forbid I should say sorry or talk it through. Instead, I will be vigilant and implacable because I am right – whatever the cost! Well, negative energy is toxic. This time of year, we reflect on the lost lives of the 24,000 students of Rabbi Akiva. The Talmud tells us that these students were too focussed on being right rather than accommodating any other views. When Rabbi Akiva taught his students the intricacies of the Torah, each heard them in their own unique way. They insisted on forcing others to see it through their lens, their filter – hence the monumental bickering that ensued. They had lost their way. If we broaden our minds, accommodate different views and travel down the track of heeding openness and understanding, our relationships will be fortified and our smachot will be celebrated in real harmony. You will skip in the sunshine, with a lightness of spirit you may not have felt for years. Lets' learn from our children and choose happiness, it may just be the smartest thing you ever do!

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23,66 € tax excl. Reduced price! High-strength PETZL VULCAN carabiners are designed for rescue professionals. With a large gate opening and high strength, these carabiners are ideal for setting multiple anchors where conditions are difficult and weight is not an issue. The VULCAN carabiner is available in two locking systems: manual SCREW-LOCK system or automatic TRIACT-LOCK system. VULCAN TRIACT-LOCK is available in European or international versions. Black LIFTING Quick Link oval normal shape.

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Today, festival organizers Pigeons Playing Ping Pong have announced the initial wave of bands set to play their eighth annual music festival Domefest on May 18-20, 2017 at Fort Royale Farm in Bedford, PA. High-energy psychedelic funk band and official hosts Pigeons Playing Ping Pong will play four sets throughout the weekend, alongside performances by Consider The Source, Aqueous (x2), Electric Love Machine (x2), Broccoli Samurai and many other jam scene favorites. This year's event will be the second consecutive Domefest held in Bedford, PA. Advance tickets are on sale now for only $75 here. Tune into Domefest's Facebook Page for full details and more artists TBA.

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Sales and marketing typically are focused outward, toward the customer. The organization structure of your sales and marketing teams however, play a significant role in the success of your efforts and can drastically affect your bottom line, according to the Harvard Business School. A company that works smoothly internally has a much better chance of achieving success. Sales and marketing have distinct duties, but ultimately they have the same focus and perspective: reaching the consumer and promoting sales. Marketing departments typically support your brand through public relations and identity campaigns. They focus on long-term objectives and provide support for the front-line sales staff. Sales departments usually are responsible for direct customer contact. They promote the features and benefits of your products or services and close the deals. Sales staff bring in the profits directly. Instead of keeping the two divisions separate and seemingly unrelated, they may operate more successfully if you integrate their structure to work more closely together. With the globalization of potential markets and the many avenues of promotion available, marketing and sales divisions can provide important feedback and support to reach their common goals of making money for the company. While each division may operate separately, you can create more interdependence by building a management team that recognizes the need for both aspects of customer contacts. Instead of competing against the marketing department's telemarketing and public relations campaigns, an organization structure that supports interdependence can provide more opportunities for sales staff to piggyback on marketing efforts. A manager who oversees both departments can organize supervisors to build campaigns that support the outside sales staff and vice-versa. An organization structure designed with open communications between the two divisions allows each department to utilize the entire resources of your company to meet customer needs and demands. In turn, the executive in charge of both divisions can report more accurately to the entire top management team, creating a more adhesive organization overall. Manager must be mindful of placing too much emphasis on internal structuring and communications, however. When marketing and sales departments are closely related and working together, they create another layer of internal reporting and staffing challenges. When the company becomes too devoted to internal branding and making changes to their internal communications process, you can lose your main focus, which should always remain the customer. All internal restructuring efforts should maintain a clear focus on serving your customers. Decisions need to focus on building customer relationships first, followed by an interdependent team with mutual goals. Ray, Linda. "Organizational Structure for Sales & Marketing." Small Business - Chron.com, http://smallbusiness.chron.com/organizational-structure-sales-marketing-25548.html. Accessed 20 April 2019.

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This article addresses our strategies for teaching anthropological archaeology at San Quentin State Prison in California. For over 150 years, San Quentin State Prison has stood along the San Francisco Bay. Although it was designed to hold 3,317 inmates, today 5,222 men are incarcerated there, some of whom may have been great anthropologists had their lives turned out differently. Cohen, David, and Lee Panich (2009). The Prison Notebook: Lessons Learned Teaching Anthropology at San Quentin State Prison. Anthropology News 50(1):25-26.

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Falkland Islands in the CIA World Facts Book. The flag actually changed in appearance this year (1999) when the Ministry of Defence changed the specification for the placement of badges on ensigns. The size of the badge was increased considerably (200% - 300%) and all white discs were removed. The badges are now more like major charges on the field rather than small augmentations. In the future, if one of these flags needs to be differenced (e.g. the Falkland's Police ensign - which doesn't actually exist) the second badge will sit in the centre of the third quarter. The The Merchant Shipping (Falkland Islands Colours) Order 1998 was made on 16th December 1998, laid before Parliament on 4th January 1999 and coming into force on the 25th of January this year. I am a bit puzzled by this change of size in the badges. Does the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence have the authority to change the flags of the dependencies? I mean, if I am not mistaken the Falkland Island red ensign was adopted through the "The Merchant Shipping (Falkland Islands Colours) Order" which was approved by "The Queen's Most Excellent Majesty in Council." I guess there will be similar legislation for other dependencies. Can the UK Ministry of Defence just overturn such legislation? I think that the Ministry of Defence has inherited the right of the Admiralty to indicate how the badges should be displayed on a flag. The flags actually used are not necessarily the same as the drawings in even official flag books, so perhaps no one will be surprised. For example, in 1936 the Admiralty Flag Book of 1930 was amended with a new badge for the Falkland Islands based on the arms granted in 1925. However the arms were not popular, ("have no artistic merit,", "furnish occasion for critical levity,") and the old badge continued in use until 1948 when the 1925 arms were cancelled and replaced by the current arms. Orders in Council are part of the law of the land. The Ministry of Defence can only override them if this power is given to them in the order. Until April 1964 defacements for Red Ensigns were authorized by Admiralty Warrant. After the Admiralty became Ministry of Defence (Navy), Red Ensign defacements were issued by Royal Warrant. Under the Merchant Shipping (Registration etc.) Act of 1993, defaced Red Ensigns must be authorized by Orders in Council. The only Blue Ensign defacements that required a warrant were those for India and chartered companies. All other Blue Ensign defacements were considered to be for "ships belonging to Her Majesty" and thus did not require a warrant. It seems that the Ministry of Defence can amend and issue defacements of the Blue Ensign but not of the Red Ensign. I was working on the bases between 1953 and 1958. I recall that the RRS John Biscoe and RRS Shackleton flew a blue ensign with a slightly different form. There was no helm or crest and the "wavy barry" were a sort of Cambridge blue. The bases flew the Union flag. All the government and official buildings now fly the disc-less version with the larger arms, as promulgated by the MoD in 1999. I suspect that some private residences still fly the disc version. It is notified for general information that new designs for flags for the Falkland Islands - Red and Blue Ensigns - were approved by Her Majesty the Queen in July this year . Approval was based on new artwork supplied by the Garter King of Arms at the College of Arms in London and the approved designs have been entered in the appropriate book of registration at the College of Arms. The Crest used on the flags is the 1948 version. Copies of the relevant artwork are attached [blue ensign; red ensign]. Government departments will commence flying the new versions of the Blue Ensign as soon as supplies arrive in the Islands. The arms of the Falkland Islands are: 'blue chief with a white ram on a grass compartment over a blue and white wavy base bearing a Tudor style ship'. Before 1948, there was a bull in the badge, but since sheep-raising is the major activity on the islands, they changed it to a ram. The ship is supposed to be the Desire, the ship that discovered the islands in 1592, thus giving us the colony's motto 'Desire the Right', as it was written on a scroll at the bottom of it. The ship and the river are in the newer badge much more stylized. The ship's mainsail is "charged with four torts in cross", to quote the blazon shown on Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Falkland_Islands). However, Ralph Hartemink's site at https://ngw.nl/heraldrywiki/index.php?title=National_Arms_of_the_Falkland_Islands clearly shows these red objects as six-pointed stars. Question: is the blazon at Wikipedia correct? Are they torts or estoiles? The Falklands Islands government website appears to show them as stars: https://www.falklands.gov.fk/self-governance/the-falkland-islands-government/. A real picture of coat of arms here (behind the members of Assembly): https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/36/Members_of_the_Falkland_Islands_Legislative_Assembly_%2830890771101%29.jpg also clearly shows stars when you zoom in on it. Boats and ships registered in the Falkland Islands are entitled to carry a special defaced red ensign. This is provided for in the Merchant Shipping (Falkland Islands Colours) Order, 1998, which came into force on 25 January 1999. The Falkland Islands red ensign was designed by the late director of the Flag Institute, Dr William Crampton, in spring 1996. "The positioning and proportions of the defacement shall be in accordance with the illustration in the Schedule hereto." The order does not give the Ministry of Defence the power to change the flag. Shortly after the Merchant Shipping (Falkland Islands Colours) Order, 1998 was issued I spoke to Mr A. K. Galloway, clerk of the Privy Council, who actually signed the instrument. According to him the civil ensign doesn't have a white disc on it. It's not mentioned in the text and, according to him, a white circle was only included on the black and white illustration as otherwise the arms would not have been visible, black on black. We talked about doing future statutory instruments in colour to avoid confusion of this sort. So the question of the circle is moot - officially it doesn't exist, and the Ministry of Defence doesn't need to get rid of it. The size of the badge is indeed specified, and the Ministry of Defence doesn't have absolute control over civil ensigns, sharing that honour with the Department of Environment, Transport, and Regions. In terms of blue ensigns the proportions of badges are within the Ministry of Defence's competency and can be changed by the Ministry of Defence without reference to anyone else. The actual badges are defined in consultation between the Ministry of Defence, Home Office, Foreign and Commonwealth Office and College of Arms. The Red Ensign defaced with the badge of the Falkland Islands was approved by Her Majesty 16th December 1998 and came into effect on 25th January 1999 (Statutory Instrument 1998 No 3147). I can add a little confusion to the discussion on the Falklands Islands Civil Ensign in FOTW. I asked William Crampton (who designed the flag) about the white disk some years ago (and fortunately took notes of his answer). William said that "he had given them the option of whether or not to place the arms in a white disk, and that they had chosen to do so". Whatever the person who signed the Order told Graham Bartram, the white disk appears to have been a deliberate choice, and whether the Schedule is in black and white or colour really doesn't make any difference because the wording of the Order is specific in referring to it. Article Two (the Schedule) shows a white disk 48% of flag width - knowing William it was probably intended as one-half. The Falklands Islands Colours Order was issued under powers granted by Act of Parliament, and placed before that body in proper form; it is therefore law. based on a badge by Graham Bartram and union flag by António Martins. The present defaced Union Flag flown by the Governor of: the Falkland Islands. One of my good friends from college days is (or was) Rector of the Falklands Islands (and hence chaplain to the Governor). He says that every year at the Queen's Birthday parade in Stanley, the Governor arrives at the parade ground as Governor, with his Governor Flag. However at the end of the parade, the Governor's flag is lowered and replaced with the Royal Standard and God Save the Queen is played, before again being lowered and replaced by the Governor's flag again. I was told that the thinking behind this was that for this brief period of time the Governor is there not as the Island Head of Government, but as truly the representative of the Queen and hence receiving the honours due to the sovereign. Constitutionally that might be an interesting question, but is anyone else aware of anything similar happening anywhere else? The British joint services flag used following the Argentine invasion. It is still in use and can be seen on the rank plates on the vehicles of some senior officers. The Arms with the seal is still in use as the cap badge and arms of the Falkland Islands Defence Force, who refused to change to the sheep one.

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*Note: non-DWI Misdemeanor and Felony cases are not listed on this page. If you would like to know more about these cases, we can discuss the many positive results that we have achieved for our clients, which have resulted in them being able to avoid a criminal conviction. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Refusal. W.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Rollover Accident, SFSTs, and .14 BAC (breath). J.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and .21 BAC (breath). G.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. R.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. G.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. B.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs). T.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 and Carrying a Weapon with SFSTs and Refusal. B.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. C.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with .08 BAC (breath). J.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). S.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. T.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and .15 BAC (breath). M.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .10. BAC (breath). V.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). H.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). J.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .06 BAC (breath). T.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). J.H. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with .02 BAC (breath). Z.S. REDUCED (BWI 1 reduced to Unsafe Operation of a Motorboat). BWI 1 with .24 BAC (breath). K.A. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. R.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFST, and .13 BAC (breath). T.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). A.G. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Blood Sample. B.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFST and Refusal. A.T. REDUCED (DWI 5 reduced to DWI 4). DWI 5 with Accident and Refusal. J.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFST and Urine Sample. C.W. REDUCED (DWI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.M. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). C.D. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident and Blood Sample. W.C. NOT GUITLY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. C.M. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident and .10 BAC (breath). R.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). M.N. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). L.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .08 BAC (breath). A.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .12 (breath). E.F. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident, SFSTs, and .16 BAC (breath). K.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). B.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). J.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Urine Sample. L.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .15 BAC (breath). J.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .08 BAC (breath). J.L. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with SFSTs and Refusal. E.L. REDUCED (DWI 4 reduced to DWI 3). DWI 4 with Accident and Refusal. J.W. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Refusal. J.E. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). N.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). J.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident, SFST, and .10 BAC (breath). J.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. B.L. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3. R.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). E.B. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with SFSTs and .03 BAC (breath). K.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 3 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). J.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). C.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. J.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI with SFSTs and Refusal. L.J. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with .21 BAC (breath). S.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). J.G. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident, SFSTs, and .23 BAC (breath). K.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). S.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1. L.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. S.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. C.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Dismissed), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Dismissed) with SFSTs and Refusal. J.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and .13 BAC (breath). K.V. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). M.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. S.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. W.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. L.R. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). B.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). T.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). W.A. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. A.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Urine Sample. B.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and .08 BAC (breath). D.S. NOT GULTY. DWI 1 with .20 BAC (breath). D.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. D.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Refusal. D.R. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. H.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs, Admission of Prescription Drug Use, and .06 BAC (breath). D.D. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .21 BAC (breath). B.D. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). J.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. L.F. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (blood). T.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .06 BAC (breath). W.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). L.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. S.J. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduecd to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. K.A. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. S.D. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with SFST and Refusal. D.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .12 BAC (breath). K.M. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1) with SFSTs and Refusal. I.I. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .09 BAC (breath). C.W. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .24 BAC (breath). J.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .17 BAC (breath). K.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. R.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and .18 BAC (breath). E.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Urine Sample. M.E. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with Accident, SFSTs, and .19 BAC (breath). B.L. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1) with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). L.L. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident and Refusal. J.D. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Urine Sample. V.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). E.B. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Refusal. Z.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. S.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Urine Sample. S.W. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). J.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .15 BAC (breath). B.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFST, and Refusal. W.M. NOT GUIILTY. DWI 2 with Accident and .10 BAC (blood). M.M. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 (Drugs) with SFST and Urine Sample. R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. J.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). M.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). B.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .17 BAC (breath). K.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 and Child Endangerment (x 2) with SFST and .25 BAC (blood). J.J. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 on a CDL with .17 BAC (breath). E.C. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1 with SFSTs and .05 BAC (breath). L.N. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). M.M. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.R. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .17 (breath). A.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, Leaving the Scene, and Refusal. R.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). T.E. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckles Driving). DUI 1, Possession of a Controlled Substance (x 2), and Minor in Possession with SFSTs and .05 BAC (breath). K.V. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident, SFSTs, and .16 BAC (breath). R.T. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Refusal. P.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). C.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 (breath). G.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFST, and Refusal. J.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). K.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with Accident and Unknown BAC (blood). J.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. T.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). D.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. B.S. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. L.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). J.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). S.E. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and Refusal. D.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Urine Sample. J.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). J.H. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Urine Sample. Community service in lieu of jail time. A.S. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with SFSTs and .19 BAC (breath). S.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFST, and Refusal. M.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .23 BAC (breath). G.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). G.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). T.G. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). K.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .07 BAC (blood). J.D. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with SFSTs and .06 BAC (breath). J.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. N.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. J.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC. J.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 and Driving on a Suspended License for DWI with SFST and Refusal. S.R. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). J.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). L.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. B.D. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). A.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. P.W. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 and Driving on a Suspended License for DWI (Dismissed) with SFST and Refusal. J.S. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 and Refusal. Community service in lieu of jail time. J.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). B.S. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1 with .11 BAC. J.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (blood). S.W. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Reckless Driving). DUI 1, Possession of Controlled Substance (Dismissed), and Fleeing (Dismissed) with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). C.D. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with .11 BAC (breath). D.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. K.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. S.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFST and Refusal. C.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). J.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. C.J. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Urine Sample. K.D. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Urine Sample. R.K. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. L.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). S.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). Q.J. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. L.F. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). A.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.J. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. T.A. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFST and .11 BAC (breath). H.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .08 BAC (breath). R.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Refusal. A.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .20 BAC (breath). N.U. NOT GUILTY. DWI 3 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). N.U. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .17 BAC (breath). A.N. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. E.J. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 (breath). A.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. A.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). A.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. M.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (blood). J.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. B.O. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). M.M. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). K.T. REDUCED (DWI 4 reduced to DWI 3). DWI 4 with Accident and Refusal. J.G. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with Accident and Refusal. J.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident and .22 BAC (breath). N.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFST and Urine Sample. R.D. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). J.C. NOT GUILTY. DUI 2 with SFST and .07 BAC (breath). R.P. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Public Intox). DUI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 4 with Accident and Blood Sample. B.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and Refusal. S.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs .08 BAC (breath). R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .09 (breath). J.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .19 (breath). W.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 on a CDL with SFSTs and Refusal. A.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and Refusal. K.P. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFST and .22 BAC (breath). B.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 (Drugs) with Accident and Blood Test. L.C. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. C.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). J.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and .21 BAC (blood). B.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 3 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .08 BAC (breath). R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Possession of Controlled Substance, SFSTs, and Urine Test. J.H. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. R.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. C.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .22 BAC (breath). A.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .06 BAC (breath). T.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .14 BAC (breath). D.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. C.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. J.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. B.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). R.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Urine Sample. E.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). G.J. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Urine Sample. J.C. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. K.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .14 BAC (breath). D.D. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). L.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and Refusal. J.M. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and DRE Evaluation. W.Y. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. B.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .15 BAC (breath). A.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs & Alcohol) with SFST, Urine Sample, Blood Sample, and .08 (blood). T.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 and Possession of Controlled Substance & Drug Paraphernalia with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). S.B. REDUCED (DUI 1 reduced to Public Intoxication). DUI 1 with SFSTs and .07 BAC (breath). A.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). H.V. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Accident, SFST, and .21 BAC (breath). R.S. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .18 BAC (breath). D.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. C.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. V.K. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .14 BAC (breath). J.R. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 with SFSTs and Refusal. D.C. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with Refusal. S.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .20 BAC (breath). G.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. L.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and. 09 BAC (breath). P.O. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSts and Refusal. D.N. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 with SFSTs and Blood Sample. T.P. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .19 BAC (breath). B.S. NOT GUILTY. BWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). S.H. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). D.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .18 BAC (breath). C.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .14 BAC (breath). K.K. NOT GUILTY*. DWI 2 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. *After trial, convicted of lesser charge of DWI 1 with no additional jail time. J.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. K.D. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .08 BAC (breath). M.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) and Urine Sample. S.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 3 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). B.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.Y. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). M.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. B.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. I.D. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. D.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .13 BAC (breath). T.B. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with Accident and .17 BAC (breath). P.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with SFSTs and Blood Sample. R.I. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). J.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with Accident and .17 BAC (blood). L.J. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). J.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .12 BAC (breath). C.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 & Child Endangerment with SFSTs and Refusal. L.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Urine Test. B.A. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Blood Test. J.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and .16 BAC (blood). C.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). C.W. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .10 BAC (breath). W.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 on a CDL with SFSTs and Refusal. M.O. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident and Blood Test. T.R. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .16 BAC (breath). M.A. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. E.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. K.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. K.A. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 with Accident, SFSTs, and Refusal. B.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). S.F. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFST, and .08 BAC (breath). J.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .13 BAC (breath). A.C. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.P. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with SFST and Refusal. B.G. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and .24 BAC (breath). M.B. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with .25 BAC (breath). L.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .08 BAC. L.B. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. B.C. NOT GUILTY. DUI 1 with Accident, FSTs, and .02 BAC (breath). M.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and Refusal. B.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and Refusal. M.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Refusal. S.G. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and .21 BAC (breath). A.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and .17 BAC (breath). N.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). M.B. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.D. REDUCED (DWI 2 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 2 (Drugs) with Accident, SFSTs, and Urine Test. C.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and Refusal. M.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .09 BAC (breath). N.G. REDUCED (DUI reduced to Careless Driving). DUI 1 with Accident, SFSTs, and .02 BAC (breath). B.R. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 1). DWI 3 with .21 BAC (breath). A.P. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .09 BAC (breath). J.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with .08 BAC (breath). C.C. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and Refusal. J.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 with SFSTs and .18 BAC (breath). C.Y. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and Refusal. V.L. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with Accident and .17 BAC (blood). C.S. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .11 BAC (breath). J.N. NOT GUILTY. DWI 2 (Drugs) with SFST and Refusal. J.T. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). P.O. REDUCED (DWI 3 reduced to DWI 2). DWI 3 (Drugs) with Accident, SFST, and Urine Test. C.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .08 BAC (breath). D.V. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 (Drugs) with Accident and DRE Evaluation. D.H. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .15 BAC (breath). L.M. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFSTs and .17 BAC (breath). J.B. NOT GUILTY. DWI 1 with SFST and .16 BAC (breath). D.B. Notice: The term "Not Guilty" includes any result wherein the defendant was charged with a DWI, DUI, or BWI, and at the conclusion of the case, the defendant was not convicted of the DWI, DUI, or BWI because the defendant was either found to be "not guilty" after a trial on the merits or, in much rarer instances, the case was dismissed or reduced to a non-drunk-driving offense. The term "reduced" includes DWIs and/or DUIs that were reduced from a repeat-offense DWI/DUI to a lower-number-offense DWI/DUI, often resulting in no jail or a significant reduction in the amount of jail served. Lastly, the case results above are not intended to suggest the same or similar result in any current or future case. The attorneys at Bennett & Williams cannot and do not guarantee the results in any case nor should you assume that the same results can be achieved in your particular case.

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We hope that you will find the following article to be helpful. If, after reading, you would like to explore our thought leadership on a deeper level, please contact Kerry Kielb at [email protected]. PricewaterhouseCoopers. (2011). Sports sponsorship: total revenue worldwide from 2006 to 2015. Elberse, A. & Verleuni, J. (2011). The Economic Value of Celebrity Endorsements. Journal of Advertising Research.

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Saudi Arabia was ranked first and the United Arab Emirates second as the most vulnerable of the Gulf countries to fall victim to cyber-crimes, such as website hacking, according to a statistics report recently published by Trend Micro. In Saudi Arabia 796,000 cases of computer system crashes instigated by hackers were recorded in the past nine months, accounting for 64 percent of the total number of cases in the Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC), according to Trend Micro, a firm specialized in network antivirus and Internet content security. Meanwhile, in the UAE the number of computer system crashes as a result of cyber attacks reached 248,000 in the same period, accounting for 20 percent of the total cases in the GCC countries, according to the report. Last week the website of the Saudi-based al-Watan newspapers was hacked by suspected supporters of a religious cleric who was sacked from the kingdom's Council of Senior Clerics board. Al Arabiya website also was shut down in October 2008 following an attack by hackers accusing the Dubai-based news channel of supporting Sunni over Shiite Muslims. Hackers infiltrated the system of the U.S.-based company that hosts the alarabiya.net domain name and hacked it, but Al Arabiya's servers continued working. The report said most cases of system collapse in Saudi Arabia and the UAE involved attacks by hackers to steal valuable data such as passwords and credit card numbers. A Saudi cabinet meeting approved on March 26 a regulation to combat cyber-crimes allowing for fines up to SR11 million ($2.93 million) depending on the seriousness of electronic crimes committed. The cabinet also passed another regulation for electronic transactions and both were prepared by the Information and Communication Technologies Commission in cooperation with the Ministry of Information. But the prosecution of computer hackers by local authorities is almost impossible because, according to the Trend Micro report, most attacks come from countries outside the region. The Arab League prepares to hold a workshop in the coming days to discuss ways to reduce cyber-crimes and enhance systems protection.

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Informed Caring is a portal to information resources for health care professionals. This site is maintained by the Wisconsin AHEC Statewide Program Office to serve those working in local health departments, federally qualified community health centers, and others providing health services in rural and underserved communities in Wisconsin — particularly those without access to academic or hospital libraries. The site was originally created by Northern Wisconsin AHEC through an NLM (National Library of Medicine) grant (# 1 G08 LM008280-01 A 1) They are grateful for the past participation of Bellin Hospital, the Bellin College of Nursing and Bay Area Medical Center as well as the Northeastern Regional Office of the Division of Public Health, the Nicolet Federated Library System and the Northeastern Wisconsin Area Health Education Center (NEWAHEC). Funding for enhancement to the site was provided through a Wisconsin Partnership Fund grant from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Outreach and further development is supported in part with federal funds from the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Contract No. N01-LM-6-3503 with the University of Illinois at Chicago. Outreach to teaching sites is also supported in part through a contract with the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). For our quality guideline policy, please see InformedCaring.org guideline policy.

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Our Universal Toilet Partition Hardware consists of a vast selection of bathroom stall latches, locks, and keeper bumpers with designs to fit most major brands on the market. Shop our most popular latches including the chrome plated or stainless steel bathroom stall slide latches. Keeper bumpers available for inswing or outswing toilet partition doors. Toilet Partition latches feature surface mount designs that fit most round or square edge partitions. Everything you need to fix-up your restroom partitions today!

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Our professionals are certified by John Deere, Yanmar, Kohler and Clarke Fire Protection; they have extensive knowledge of diesel engine technology as well as prime or emergency generator sets. Acquired in March 2005 by JS Levesque Ltd., Diesel-Bec is the distributor for John Deere and Yanmar engines for the province of Quebec. Click on the "SEARCH" button in order to find a dealer near you.

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The New Top-O-Matic Cigarette Rolling Machine is our best cigarette rolling machine which can roll 100 mm cigarette sizes as well as the king size cigarettes. It comes with a chamber that is made from stainless steel and comes with a chamber reducer. It has a very ergonomically designed handle and also, the spoon has a shorter design for convenience. Our step-up pick is the Powermatic 2 PLUS Electric Cigarette Injector and the motor speed of this cigarette rolling machine has been dramatically improved that does not jam and packed with a high 25 percent of power and the quality of the gear is also highly improved for this cigarette rolling machine. It can make 100 mm cigarettes as well as king sized cigarettes. It is currently available in plus version and package set version. The budget pick is the Powermatic Mini Cigarette Injector and for those who are interested in make your own or MYO and RYO or roll your own cigarette, this is a great starter. This machine comes with a cleaning probe as well as a cleaning brush to keep it well maintained and useable for a long time for rolling any cigarette or tobacco product. It weighs 14.4 oz and has an excellent level of power for this cigarette rolling machine. It can roll 100 mm cigarettes as well as king size cigarettes and is a great upgrade to old injectors that are powered by hand and is a great backup machine for manual rolling of cigarettes. RYO or roll your own cigarette is a DIY process of making cigarettes in which you insert tobacco on a certain machine and then turn the machine on or crank it up as it can neatly pack you some nice cigarettes for use or for selling to your friends and neighbors. Most people use RYO and cigarette rolling machines for many purposes. One of these purposes is the fact that cigarette rolling machines can save you tons of money as compared to smoking and buying store brands. When you roll your own cigarette, you are totally sure of the quantity and the quality and you always ensure that the content of the rolled cigarettes is what you want. Investment is a number one reason to buy a cigarette rolling machine. Heavy smokers will save a lot of money when they switch to a cigarette rolling machine for making their own cigarettes. In the same way, pipe tobacco enthusiasts also benefit from cigarette rollers as they can also be used for that purpose. What is the price of the cigarette rolling machine? Most cigarette rolling machines are priced below 50 dollars but not below 5 dollars so it depends on its features. Most electric powered cigarette rolling machines are priced higher, of course. Does the cigarette rolling machine have safety features? This is especially the case if you are using electronic cigarette rolling machines out there that will do the rolling for you, but also important when it comes to manual cigarette rolling machines. What do the reviews say about the cigarette rolling machine? You have to know if the machine rolls well any type of cigarette in most common sizes and if it jams more frequently or not. This is highly important because a cigarette rolling machine must be totally reliable. What sizes of cigarettes can the cigarette rolling machine roll? Most cigarette rolling machines out there will roll 100 mm sizes or king sized cigarettes. Is it neatly designed? The overall design and visual appeal of the cigarette rolling machine may also complement with its ease of use. Does the cigarette rolling machine have a great and convenient design? Does it have portability? The cigarette rolling machine must be easy to use for beginners at RYO or roll your own cigarette. How sturdy is the cigarette rolling machine? If you are looking for durability then you must be looking for a cigarette rolling machine that is made from sturdy steel or metal, or from ABS plastic that is so hard that it does not break even when dropped to a hard floor surface. What is the warranty of the cigarette rolling machine? Most cigarette rolling machines are guaranteed with a 1 year manufacturer's warranty. How high quality cigarettes can the cigarette rolling machine produce? The cigarette rolling machine must be able to make super high quality cigarettes that mimic the ones you get from the store and are easily smokable. How many cigarettes or cartons can the cigarette rolling machine make at a given time? You have to know how fast the operation of the cigarette rolling machine is before you buy it. Most people rely on electric cigarette rollers but others will go for a manual just fine. The New Top-O-Matic Cigarette Rolling Machine can roll 100 mm cigarette sizes as well as the king size cigarettes and is our best cigarette rolling machine. The spoon has a shorter design for convenience and in addition to that, it comes with a chamber that is made from stainless steel. It has a very ergonomically designed handle and comes with a chamber reducer. The Top-O-Matic Cigarette Machine comes with regular filtered tubes that can be easily used. Furthermore, the switch is highly adjustable and it can also be used with both tobacco rolling and the filtered tube. As a very efficient and fast machine when it comes to rolling cigarettes, this roller can easily get spring replacement for this cigarette rolling machine. The New Top-O-Matic weighs 3.4 lbs and it also might require some extra rubber tips for this machine's injector blade. In addition, it is recommended that you should not definitely over pack the chamber and also, the elbow level table must be kept for the machine. Additionally, the tobacco must be tossed when you use the machine and with this rolling machine for tobacco making, you will only take from 5 minutes to 10 minutes when it comes to making any cigarette. Also, you can easily make 100s or kings with a perfect cigarette maker as it can last up to a year or more with proper maintenance and usage. With this, you can reach up to 200 rolls of cigarette cartons. The Top-O-Matic Machine comes with a 1 year warranty. The only known complaint for the Top-O-Matic Rolling Machine can be a bit prone to jamming but it all depends on your usage. The Powermatic 2 PLUS Electric Cigarette Injector, which is available in plus version and package set version, is our step-up pick. It can make 100 mm cigarettes as well as king sized cigarettes. The quality of the gear is also highly improved for this cigarette rolling machine and in addition, the motor speed of this cigarette rolling machine has been dramatically improved that does not jam and packed with a high 25 percent of power. Overall, this is a very effective electric powered cigarette injector for making cigarettes fast and also, has a feature that protects it against very bad jams with its electronic jam protection. The hopper is perfect for large tobacco products so you can also use it for big tobacco. Strictly speaking, it is very accurate when it comes to compressing and cutting tobacco due to the plated blade that is made from titanium and furthermore, the injector is designed to be a spoon style that makes very consistent cigarettes all at an equal size that can make king size and 100 mm cigarette sizes. The Powermatic 2 Injector comes with an easy cleaning kit so that you make sure that your rolling machine for cigarettes stay safe and well-maintained throughout the operation. In addition to that, the heads do not fall off when you use the cigarettes produced by this machine. What's more, it can easily work for pipe tobacco aside from regular cigarettes as this is the newest version that is complete with the best features for a machine that rolls cigarettes. Ideally, this rolling machine is great for home or personal use as well as especially for business use and it also comes with a production tray for convenience when you are making cigarettes for selling and mass production. With the Powermatic 2 PLUS, you will not be disappointed with the design and the efficiency of this cigarette rolling machine for your business and it only has a few learning curves to follow so you can work right away into rolling cigarettes for your preferred purpose. All in all, it is very effective when it comes to spoon fed cigarette injectors in the market as it is very efficient as an electric powered machine for making cigarettes. It weighs 1 lb and comes with a 1 year warranty. For those who are interested in make your own or MYO and RYO or roll your own cigarette, this Powermatic Mini Cigarette Injector is a great starter and is our budget pick. All in all, this machine has an excellent level of power for this cigarette rolling machine and makes for a great backup machine for manual rolling of cigarettes. It can easily roll 100 mm cigarettes as well as king size cigarettes and it is a great upgrade to old injectors that are powered by hand. The Powermatic Mini weighs 14.4 oz and comes with a cleaning probe as well as a cleaning brush to keep it well maintained and useable for a long time for rolling any cigarette or tobacco product. This machine can be very durable even when dropped on surfaces with hard floors and in addition, you cannot get disappointed with this small but awesome mini cigarette injector. It has a mechanism of rifle cocking for its injecting style and also, the slider knob is very easy to operate. Furthermore, the front lever should be moved all the way to the right to make it easy to operate as the lid should be closed properly and lifted the right way. One more thing to add about this machine is the fact that the tobacco is greatly packed with this cigarette rolling machine. The base measures 4.25 in x 5.50 in and is very portable and this Mini Injector gives off a very smooth operation in comparison to other cigarette rolling machines. For those concerned with portability, this cigarette rolling machine is a must-have for RYO cigarette operations. The PoweRoll TOP-O-Matic Electric Cigarette Machine is our best electric rolling machine for making cigarettes. The cigarettes that it can produce are evenly packed and are burning consistently like it has been made by a manufacturing company. Being colored in black coat finish, it also comes with a carrying case for easy travelling and portability. In addition to that, the spoon driven injection is electric powered and highly accurate. Additionally, it can also make cigarettes that are king sized as it weighs 10 lbs and can also make 80 mm filtered cigarettes. One more thing to add is that a one button touch can make the cigarettes injected and prepared. It also comes with a power adaptor that is a US plug that has a voltage range of 100 volts to 240 volts and likely includes a tobacco tray for convenience in preparing the cigarette rolls. Interestingly, the PoweRoll Electric Cigarette Machine comes with a cleaning rod to keep it well maintained. Generally, it operates well as it fills up one by one and it also has a nozzle brush for helping with the cleaning of the cigarette roll machine. This machine includes a dust brush that keeps it well-maintained for making cigarette rolls and has a tamper feature. When you order the PoweRoll Cigarette Machine, the neat extras that are included with the cigarette roll machine is a user's manual, replacement parts list, 10 dollar offer that is mail-in as well as a warranty slip. In addition to that, a safety feature called the chamber guard keeps it clean and running as smooth as possible along with other tools. You get 1 year warranty from the manufacturer with this rolling machine for making cigarettes. The Top Power Plus Electric Cigarette Injector is an electric powered cigarette injector coated in black finish. It is a complete set that comes with cleaning tools and connectors so you do not have to worry about maintenance. It is also a double purpose as a tobacco hopper and also, it can make 100 mm cigarettes as well as king sized cigarettes. With this machine, the motor speed is super fast and the operation is very simple and the quality of the gear is unmatched. It also includes a cleaning kit for easy maintenance of the cigarette rolling machine and comes with a production tray to help you and assist you with making the mass of cigarette rolls. All in all, the machine protects from electronic jams so you can mass produce cigarette rolls more efficiently and faster and has 25 percent more power than its predecessor. Additionally, the blade is plated titanium that is super durable and provides high accuracy for its compression and cutting of tobacco products. With the Top Power Plus Injector for cigarettes, the consistency can be seen from the spoon style injector part that only makes high quality smoking cigarettes. It weighs 2.8 lbs and also works for pipe tobacco. Furthermore, you can produce even cigarette rolls as it uses a filling procedure to the tubes. Do remember that when you use the Top Power Cigarette Injector, the humidity must be from 12 to 15 percent or less if you want to use it for legal weed. Overall, this machine is great for RYO or rolling your own cigarette makers. For those who want a white rolling machine for cigarettes, the Powermatic Mini Cigarette Injector White Version is a good buy and is very cheap. Given a white color finish but also comes in two variable colors, this neat and portable machine can make cigarettes with sizes of king size and 100 mm size. Equipped with a very portable design, the Powermatic Mini is definitely great for RYO or rolling your own cigarette makers and a recommended backup machine for cigarette rolling and can be an upgrade from hand injectors of cigarette rolls. It weighs 1 lb and also, the machine clamps down on its tube and then you can fill the cigarette roll with tobacco then it is pushed to the slide. Additionally, other herbs can also work for this cigarette rolling machine aside from tobacco. This is a highly impressive cigarette rolling device because it is manually operated and it is super light weight and easy to carry from place to place. With the Powermatic Mini rolling machine, if you currently have an electric cigarette rolling machine, this is a must-have backup machine. The Cam2 Electric Cigarette Tobacco Rolling Automatic has a red and black color finish. Being an automatic rolling machine for making cigarettes that does not require a lot of effort compared to manual machines, the build of the machine is made from ABS plastic material and stainless steel for the cutting and lever parts. Additionally, the voltage of this machine is 110 volts to 140 volts optional and this is a totally brand new and also includes an adapter. It has a high quality design and bright colors and convenient finish. Furthermore, the design uses a roof density button that is innovative and makes your cigarette rolling sessions more convenient and what's more, there are 5 adjustments for the density level. With this Cam2 Electric Rolling Automatic machine, you only get very efficient rolling when it comes to its design and it is a mini rolling machine that makes actual working cigarette rolls. Built specially for North American electrical standards, it weighs 12.8 oz and it easily works on 100 mm tubes. This machine works very fast compared to other cigarette rolling machines as it is an electric powered rolling machine for making cigarettes. The IBAMA Electric Cigarette Injector Maker Machine comes with an easily built and convenient removable catch tray that will help you for your cigarette rolling operation. Coated in a colored red finish which is pretty sleek and striking and vibrant, the rolling machine cigarette injector is a high quality brand. Additionally, this rolling machine comes with an indicator feature and it also has a tobacco hopper for all of your tobacco hopping needs and convenience. The IBAMA Cigarette Maker is electric powered as a cigarette injector. What's more, the material is made from plastic ABS material with red color finish. This rolling machine for cigarettes comes with a big hopper for tobacco that is accompanied by the catch tray. It easily avoids jams with its very easy and convenient design and what's more, the jammed tobacco can be easily cleaned due to its innovative design. It also comes with a stick and a brush for easy cleaning as includes the power cable as this is an electric cigarette rolling machine. The IBAMA Machine for cigarette making also comes with an easy reset button that makes the shaft go back to the original position and also comes with a rolling status LED light indicator. The voltage is from 110 volts to 240 optional volts and you can switch between reset, on and jam modes. All in all, this machine makes a great gift for any cigarette lover or as a Father's Day gift. Do know that owning a cigarette rolling machine allows you to save about 70 percent compared to buying cigarettes from stores. This machine only weighs 3 lbs as it does both king sized cigarettes as well as 100's. You can make a carton of cigarettes in about an hour as it can make a single cigarette roll in less than 10 seconds as it easily packs the chamber itself since it is an electric tobacco rolling machine. The Elements 79mm Cigarette Rolling Machine is very cheap and affordable as it is incredibly sleek and light weight as a cigarette rolling machine. It measures 79 mm and can make cigarette rolls in a pinch. It is specifically made for 1.25 rolling papers at 78 mm or 79 mm and comes with a spare sleeve for your convenience. The body is made from tough and durable acrylic construction and additionally, the operation is very simple at only 4 steps. You get great consistency and high quality when it comes to rolling cigarettes compared to traditional hand rolling with the Elements 79mm as it keeps tobacco waste to a minimum. This machine weighs 8 oz and the rolls just right and not too skinny or too fat. Overall, this is a great cigarette roller for its price and for beginners at RYO or rolling your own cigarette making. It may be made from plastic but it is super hard and durable and does not break easily. The Gambler Tube Cut Tabletop Cigarette Machine is a great tabletop machine for cigarettes which is easily accessible and convenient to use. Ideal for making cigarettes on a table or desk, with this machine, you only need to crank the machine to inject the tube with tobacco with very minimal effort. Each cigarette that this machine can make can be done in only a few seconds and it also comes with a user's manual as it weighs 3.3 lbs. It is very easy to use for RYO or rolling your own cigarette making. The Gambler Cigarette Machine is an overall great investment for the future which can save you dollars on cigarettes and it can make king size cigarettes and 100's. Being colored in orange finish, the metal build is of heavy duty quality that allows it to last for a very long time with proper maintenance and cleaning. Additionally, the bottom mat has a nonslip feature to keep it steady and sturdy on the table or any working surface. It has a 1 year limited warranty. Not making it to this list are cigarette rolling machines that are too low quality when it comes to producing tightly-packed cigarette rolls, which is not really a good thing. Q: What are the big advantages of using cigarette rolling machines? A: According to the website The Smoking Store , the portability lets you make cigarettes almost anywhere and anytime and it can easily fit to your bag, pocket or purse when you need to travel . Mmost cigarette enthusiasts are also saving a lot of money from their cigarette rolling machine as it is a very smart investment when it comes to making your own cigarettes at home or for retail use as a home business. In addition, this site ABC Science also talks about the many advantages of using a cigarette rolling machine, including the fact that they are very inexpensive and usually priced less than 50 dollars at the very least. It will pay itself off after days or weeks of use depending on your smoking or selling frequency and they are highly reliable because of the injector that has a crank style design. They produce cigarettes that are of high quality, much like the ones in the store but at a very low cost. Making cigarettes will not let you waste tobacco when you use cigarette rolling machines because of a storage bag that is usually at the bottom of the cigarette machine and does not permit overfilling of tobacco so it does not jam. Q: Any helpful tips when it comes to cigarette rolling machine operations? A: Cigarettes that are packed too tight might be the result of putting too much tobacco and in this case, do not add too much tobacco to ensure that it is distributed evenly in the rolling machine's chamber to keep it nicely packed. Evenly spreading the tobacco in the chamber also helps to keep the cigarette from ripping or tearing during the rolling process. Putting less tobacco in the chamber's corners would result in a lot of gaps in the filter front. Last but not the least, pipe tobacco can be used with most cigarette rollers but it all depends on their brands and make sure that the pipe tobacco is finely cut before putting it in the cigarette tubes. To wrap things up, the New Top-O-Matic Cigarette Rolling Machine is our best cigarette rolling machine due to its good price, features and ability to roll good cigarettes. How can I buy the tube tower? I can't seem to find it online.

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When time is not an issue and you are looking to send bulky items overseas economically, then 3PE Sea Freight services is the answer to your delivery needs. Our industry experts and experience on the ground technicians means that your sea freight goods are handled professionally at all times. With loading directly by the shipper and direct delivery to consignee uses Full-Container-Loads (FCL) to offer customers reliable, flexible and cost efficient transportation globally. We offer tailored alternatives for the movement of all kinds of commodities using various equipment types and capacities. Where we consolidate your consignment with other shippers and then economically send your cargo through our established and wide network of reliable and trusted shipping lines. At 3 Permata Ekspress, our sea freight services include delivery door to door, or door to port. This cost effective service eliminates and reduces prices associated with warehousing and inventory respectively. Express delivery to final destination, cost effective facilities at all points and convenience are features of our sea freight service.

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The St. Louis tax professionals at K&R Certified Public Accountants have been serving 1040, state, city, and local tax needs of individuals, self-employed folks, real estate professionals, resident alien, and non-resident aliens for decades. We accurately and professionally complete and submit all tax returns and help you sleep better at night. We're even authorized to prepare tax returns in all fifty states and various localities throughout the United States. In addition to assisting St. Louis businesses and individuals with preparing and filing their tax returns, we can also assist clients with tax notices, tax liens, and personal tax returns. In the case of a tax audit, we can assist and represent your interests against federal, state and local taxing authorities. Taxes can be a pain. At K&R Certified Public Accountants, we make taxes make sense and help relieve the stress they can cause individuals and businesses.

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Please add $20 for shipping, handling, insurance for each painting or print you order. you may make arrangements by calling the number above. California residence please include 9% sales tax. Original oil paintings will be shipped unframed. If you would like your painting framed, send an additional $300. When ordering please include your shipping address and telephone number. If you order an original that has already been sold, your check will be returned to you unless you indicate an alternate. Some paintings that have been sold have been removed from the web site. Others can be seen by appointment. Money orders and cashiers checks will speed shipping time. When ordering with a personal check, the shipment will go out as soon as the check clears the bank.

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Imagine if it is raining right now…imagine raindrops are crashing against the grass outside your home while you are sipping coffee right now. Ask yourself this question, "When was the last time you played in the rain?" Here's a story that I want to share with you about running through the rain. Sometimes we forget who we were. Once upon a time, there was lovely girl named Stephanie who was shopping with her mom in Tesco. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful black-haired, porcelain white image of innocence. It was pouring outside. You know the kind of rain that gushes over the top of rain gutters, so much in a hurry to hit the Earth it has no time to flow down the spout. We all stood there under the awning and just inside the door of Tesco. We waited, some patiently, others irritated by nature who messed up their hurried day. I don't know about you by I am always mesmerized by rainfall. Sometimes I get lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt and dust of the world. Memories of running, splashing so carefree as a child come pouring in as a welcome reprieve from the worries of my day. "Mom! Mom! Let's run through the rain," the little girl said. Her voice was so sweet that it broke the hypnotic trance we were all caught in. "Let's run through the rain!" the little girl repeated. "No, honey. We'll wait until it slows down a bit." Mom replied. At that very moment…The entire crowd stopped dead silent. I swear you couldn't hear anything but the rain. We all stood silently. No one came or left in the next few minutes. Mom paused and thought for a moment about what she would say. Now some would laugh it off and scold the little girl for being silly. Some might even ignore what was said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child's life. Time when innocent trust can be nurtured so that it will bloom into faith. "Honey, you are absolutely right. Let's run through the rain. If we get wet, well maybe we just needed a washing." Mom said and then off they ran. We all stood watching, smiling and laughing as both mom and daughter darted past the cars and they held their shopping bags over their heads. They got soaked of course. But they were soon followed by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the way to their cars. And yes, I did too. I got wet. I needed washing as well. You see in life…circumstances or people can take away your material possessions, they can take away your money and they can also take away your health. But no one can take away your precious memories. So don't forget to make time and take the opportunities to make memories every day! To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven. I hope you still take the time to run through the rain.

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Our KWALITY Team is here to help you find solutions to your business strategy issues. As we grow, so will our team members. At this time, we wish to thank all our many contacts for their feedback and help with our sites. Networking is responsible for the success of all online business. We recommend you take full advantage of meeting and connecting with our KWALITY team members and many of the people we will be recommending to you as our pages grow. The full contact information for each of our top people is listed beneath their pictures. Whether you connection be feedback, support, or complaint issues, we will do our best to get back to you as quickly as possible. Be sure to bookmark this site and come back often.

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If the yachts in the Côte d'Azur harbours remain out of your reach, it's a luxurious shower with the shower gel instead that evokes super expensive yachts and the jet set. Particularly in combination with the hand soap and hand lotion from the same A Touch of Côte d'Azur range. This set of three is pure indulgence.

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Copyright © 2015 Ying Zhou et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. For large-scale systems which are modeled as interconnection of networked control systems with uncertain missing measurements probabilities, a decentralized state feedback controller design is considered in this paper. The occurrence of missing measurements is assumed to be a Bernoulli random binary switching sequence with an unknown conditional probability distribution in an interval. A state feedback controller is designed in terms of linear matrix inequalities to make closed-loop system exponentially mean square stable and a prescribed performance is guaranteed. Sufficient conditions are derived for the existence of such controller. A numerical example is also provided to demonstrate the validity of the proposed design approach. With the advances in network technology, more and more control systems have appeared whose feedback control loop is based on a network. This kind of control systems are called networked control systems (NCSs) [1–4]. Owing to the data communication errors in network and the temporarily disabled sensor, missing measurements and transmission time delay usually occur, which can degrade the system performance and even make the system unstable. There have been significant research efforts on the design of controllers and filters for system with missing measurements. There are two main approaches to handle missing measurements. One approach is to replace the missing measurements with an estimated value , and the other approach is to view missing measurements as "zero" , such as Markov chains and Bernoulli binary switching sequence [8–13]. Fault detection is considered for NCS with missing measurements probabilities being known in . Furthermore, still fault detection is considered for NCS with delays and missing measurements in . In , the robust control problem is investigated for stochastic uncertain discrete time-delay systems with missing measurements. In , an observer-based controller is designed for NCS with missing measurements, where the missing measurements are assumed to obey the Bernoulli random binary distribution. The controlled systems in references [8–11] are linear discrete systems and the missing measurements probabilities are known constants. A robust fault detection method is proposed for NCS with uncertain missing measurements probabilities in . In most existing results, the controlled NCS is usually treated as isolated one and the missing measurement probability is known [13–18]. However, on one hand, in practice the missing measurements probability usually keeps varying and cannot be measured exactly. On the other hand, in many practical applications, controlled systems are large-scale systems which are composed of discrete-time NCSs. Each discrete-time NCS is influenced not only by missing measurements, but also by interconnection terms generated by the other NCSs. At the same time, due to the dispersion of some large-scale systems such as power systems, it is impossible to feed back all states of whole large-scale systems to design the controller. So the decentralized controller that only feed back local information is more practical. In , for large-scale systems composed by discrete-time NCSs with missing measurements, where the missing measurements are modeled as Bernoulli distribution with a known conditional probability, the control problem is considered using linear matrix inequality (LMI) method. In summary, to study the decentralized control for large-scale systems composed by discrete-time NCSs with uncertain missing measurements probability is of important significance. But as far as the authors know, such research is seldom to be found. In this paper, the decentralized control problem is studied for linear discrete-time large-scale systems composed of discrete-time NCSs with missing measurements, where the occurrence of missing measurements is assumed to be a Bernoulli random binary switching sequence with an unknown conditional probability distribution that is assumed to be in an interval. Decentralized stabilization controller design is proposed for such systems. Sufficient conditions are established by means of LMI, which can be solved conveniently by MATLAB LMI toolbox. Consider the linear large-scale systems composed of discrete-time NCSs with missing measurements. The th NCSs are assumed to be of the formwhere , , , , and denote the state vector, the control input, the controlled output, the measuring output, and the disturbance of th subsystem, respectively; ; , and are known real matrices with appropriate dimensions; is the interconnection between theth subsystem and th subsystem. Remark 1. The missing measurements probability usually keeps varying and cannot be measured exactly. However, it can be estimated by a value region shown as (4), which is much more practical. In (5), means that no measurement is lost and means that measurements are lost completely. Definition 2 (see ). Closed-loop system (8) with is said to be exponentially mean-square stable if there exist constants and such thatwhere . (1) When , closed-loop system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable. (2) Under the zero-initial condition, the controlled output satisfieswhere , , and is a prescribed scalar. We first give following useful two lemmas. At first, for the case of system (1) without disturbance, that is, , we have the following two theorems. Proof. Consider the following Lyapunov functional:when , we haveBy virtue of Lemma 4 and and , we have where . By Schur complement, (14) implies and we obtainwhere . Definite ; we getwhere . By Definition 2 and Lemma 3, closed-loop system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable. This completed the proof. It should be noted that matrix inequality (14) is not a linear matrix inequality and difficult to be solved. For this, we have following Theorem 6. Proof. Through left-and-right multiplication of (14) bywe can getwhich is equivalent to LMI (21). By solving (21), we can obtain matrices and . Furthermore, from (21), we can get matrices and . This completed the proof. For the case of system (1) with disturbance, that is, , we have the following two theorems. Theorem 7. Closed-loop system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable and achieves the prescribed performance ifthere exist positive definite matrix and gain matrix satisfying the following LMI:where is a given parameter and is an arbitrary given constant, , , and , , , , , and are the same as in (14). Proof. When , inequality (25) is equivalent to (14). From Theorem 5, closed-loop system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable. When , choose the Lyapunov functional asthen, we havewhereBased on the Schur complement, inequality (25) implies , and then we getNow summing (29) from to with respect to yieldsSince system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable. Under the zero-initial condition, it is straightforward to see thatThis completed the proof. Theorem 8. Closed-loop system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable and achieves the prescribed performance if there exist positive definite matrix and gain matrix satisfying the following LMI:where is a given parameter and , , , , , , , , and are the same as in (21). Proof. Through left-and-right multiplication (25) bywe haveThen matrix inequality (32) is equivalent to (25). From Theorem 7, we can conclude that closed-loop system (8) is exponentially mean-square stable and achieves the prescribed performance. This completed the proof. Choose the disturbance input . The initial state values are and . The simulation results are shown in Figure 1 and the closed-loop systems are stable. Figure 1: Closed-loop system with certain missing measurements probabilities (). When , the simulation results are shown in Figure 2 and the closed-loop systems are unstable. From Figures 1 and 2, we can conclude that the closed-loop systems cannot be guaranteed to be stable when the missing measurements probabilities are large enough. For the limit of space, the detailed design procedure is omitted here. Figure 2: Closed-loop system with certain missing measurements probabilities (). When are uncertain and , we can get the following parameters in Theorem 8 by using the YALMIP toolbox in MATLAB:According to and , we have the Lyapunov function solution matrices and controller parameters as follows:The simulation results are shown in Figure 3 and the closed-loop systems are stable. It can be verified that . Figure 3: Closed-loop system with uncertain missing measurements probabilities. In summary, the closed-loop stability cannot be guaranteed using the method where probability is known to deal with the missing measurements. However, when the probability varies within a given interval, the closed-loop stability can be guaranteed through the controller designed by the method proposed in this paper. In this paper, the decentralized controller has been designed for a class of large-scale systems with uncertain missing measurements probabilities. The random missing measurements are modeled as a stochastic variable satisfying Bernoulli distribution with uncertain probabilities. Sufficient conditions for the existence of a stable controller are presented via LMI, and the designed controller enables the closed-loop system to be exponentially mean-square stable and achieve the prescribed performance. This work is supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (nos. 61104103, 61302155, and 61304089).

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/ John Parker, Richard Shores, Stu Phillips, etc. 2-CD set of music from 1969 motorcycle TV drama with Michael Parks makes world premiere! 2-CD set of music from 1969 motorcycle TV drama with Michael Parks makes world premiere! Anchored by George Duning's rich, outdoor scoring including his memorable theme, several noted composers join in with terrific music for various episodes. Stu Phillips, Elliot Kaplan, John Parker, Richard Shores & Philip Springer amongst others offer tuneful scoring both melodic, dramatic. Ideas center around Americana idiom but cover all manner and style of music, from folk to orchestral. Happily all of the scores included here were archived by Warner Bros. in crisp, 1/2" three-channel stereo sound. Composers conduct their respective episode scores. Intrada Special Collection release available while quantities and interest remains! "Amid Splinters of the Thunderbolt" "All the World and God" "Your Love Is Like a Demolition Derby in My Heart" My 15-plus years working on the Film Score Monthly label took me to many fascinating corners of the film music world. Albums for any record label with a regular release schedule aren't in production one at a time, but rather overlap with each other. For nearly a decade, FSM enjoyed a productive licensing relationship with Warner Bros. and Rhino Entertainment Company for the historical M-G-M, RKO and pre-1949 Warner Bros. libraries. It gave me an opportunity to delve deep into the catalog to find interesting, lesser-known scores—which is how I encountered Then Came Bronson. We included the Duning pilot and two Gil Mellé scores on our Omnibus collection of M-G-M TV music, but because of the way the entirety of the music for that series was archived, I had all of the other scores on a hard drive. These are not the flashiest scores, and the composers—while known to fans—did not go on to prominent feature careers. But the music carries a certain mood, due to the unique ambition of the series, which I can only characterize as "existential humanist Americana" (or those three words in any order). Here you had a modern-day Hollywood TV show descending on rural America, written, produced and scored within television conventions—but aspiring for something more meaningful than escapism or catching the bad guy. And this unfolded during a particularly tumultuous time in American history when movies and music were experiencing dramatic changes. Art cannot help but reflect the Zeitgeist, and 1969–70 was an era of upheaval in world events and cultural mores. It's hard to say how much time the Bronson composers had to dwell on their creative approach—I asked Stu Phillips about his two episode scores, and he could barely remember having written them. Such is life for a film and television composer, especially the latter. Nevertheless, these scores convey an indescribable mood, a contemplation and nostalgia— for me, evoking a unique moment in history that transpired before I was even born. They provide a window into a different time and place, and a mirror that reflects, oddly enough, the earlier time in our life when we looked out that window for the first time. That may seem like a circular experience, but is that not life? So that this Tech Talk includes at least some tech: while most television music from this period survives only in monaural sound, Bronson's music was archived on ½˝ threetrack tape, providing exceptional stereo sound quality. Recorded on January 30 and 31, August 1, 7, 15, and 28, September 4, 11, 18, and 25, October 24, November 6 and 14, and December 3, 16, and 18, 1969, and January 2, 8, 15, and 21, and February 5 and 16, 1970.

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Quitting your job and heading into the sunset is a fantasy for many. Here's how I made it happen in the most unlikely way. Job frustrations fueled a burning desire to find a better reality. It was one revolution too many on a stationary bike. I was working hard to pay rent and had so little left over. Could forward motion break me free from routine? My plan was simple but absurd: Pedal a rental bike from New York City to wherever it broke down and figure out things from there. Along the back roads of America I would surely find enlightenment. Why a rental bike? Well, the best part of my job was the commute on a Citi Bike. I wanted the natural high from biking to work to last all day, so I decided to commute from coast to coast and call it Countri Bike. Just follow your passion. The money will come later. This cliched dream-speak came from people who gave talks and wrote articles about dropping something miserable and succeeding in what they love. I yearned to follow in their footsteps and dump an unfulfilling occupation that occupied my waking hours. The weekend was never long enough. I wanted every day to feel like the freedom of Friday afternoon. So what do I love? Travel and writing. But travel writing isn't financially stable. Even those who win at this envious pursuit are not necessarily satisfied by the perks. Just ask my friend Jeremy Scott Foster. My one writing success is the app New York City Essential Guide. Royalties weren't enough to cover living expenses, so I took the salaried stability of a sales job with travel opportunities at a corporate event planning agency. I wanted to go to Rio. Once on board, however, I realized the company had never done an event in Brazil or anywhere in South America. The farthest I traveled for work was 40 miles to Connecticut, where our tent lighting underwhelmed even our own technical director. The client complained. We gave a partial refund, but the damage was done. We lost my first client. I no longer dreamed of flying to conferences — I worried about staying at my desk. Insecurity ruled the workweek. When the president called a "family meeting," we gathered in a circle of nervous anticipation. Then he fired the marketing manager in front of everyone. Standing 6'5", the former minor league baseball pitcher shrank to the size of a bobblehead doll. I felt similarly small and unsteady witnessing this humiliation. I shifted into his marketing role, and a new guy with more experience took over my sales duties. He was younger, taller, broader, and had a sweet tattoo sleeve. I wanted him to fail hard where I had failed softly. I reorganized my desk so I could clear out quickly whenever the next family meeting was called. My bike commute filled my appetite for achievement. Even in a polar vortex, bicycling in the Arctic air was better than passively commuting on subways underground. Moving on my own power through the Manhattan grid was a small yet measurable success. During winter, the morning commute was my only chance to feel sunlight on my skin. Colleagues nicknamed our windowless work area "The Grotto." We taped over the switch that triggered the fluorescent lights, preferring desk lamps to set the mood. I shut my eyes frequently. At the stroke of six, I dashed out the door and undocked a Citi Bike outside the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Zombie commuters stomped on sidewalks on their programmed march back to New Jersey. I broke free of the herd and began my freedom pedal toward Brooklyn. Workday worries burned off with each block. Escaping my job by self-propelled power replenished my self-worth. I was in control. As the company struggled and my workload lightened, I biked to work each morning wondering if it would be my last. Instead of waiting to get fired in public, I arranged a departure date with my boss in private. Delighted to discard office life, I was also daunted by having nowhere to step next. At the same time, my apartment lease in downtown Brooklyn expired, and I moved into a storage unit. I didn't sleep there, but all my stuff did. I crashed with friends and made periodic trips (by bike share, of course) to swap out clothing and refill travel-sized toiletries from their big bottle brethren. Standing in front of my mountain of boxes, the pit of failure hit my stomach. The business travel I dreamed of had never materialized. The corporate stability I had craved had collapsed. My career had no path. I'd wasted 22 months at a job and was back to square one. I had no income, no bed, and no plan—just an unshakable urge to ditch everything and cross America guided by passion and Google Maps, using the one thing that made me happy -- a bike. Bike-sharing systems like Citi Bike are designed for short trips around town. Weighing 45 pounds and having only three gears, a Citi Bike is a terrible choice for long-distance cycling, but for me it was perfect. I delighted in its bulky design and visibility to motorists. I also had formed an emotional bond to the bike as the source of my empowerment during uncertainty at work. Citi Bike declined my request to collaborate with a discount, so on August 7, 2015, I took off anyway and paid their maximum fee of $1,200. That was the easy part. Riding out of the service area was a rule-breaking and uncertain endeavor. I had never biked outside of the city. I was more afraid of failing to find a new reality than failing to reach California. In the end I achieved both. I pedaled 3,020 miles across 19 states, making a lifetime of memories in five months. I hitched a trailer packed with camping gear and minimal clothing and toiletries to the bike. No tools, no spare parts. I stopped to eat someplace local when I got hungry. I stayed for free with hosts in the cycling community, paid for a basic motel or crashed at a campground. After I flew back to New York, Stephen Colbert invited me and Countri Bike on The Late Show. I rode the stickered bike on stage and sat in the plush armchair usually reserved for celebrities. Late-night TV was fun, but more meaningful was meandering through small towns. Admiring the grandeur of the national parks. Learning the history of presidential homes and Civil War battlefields. Who I met, what I saw, when I almost gave up, and how many flat tires I got are all detailed in my Road Reports. But until now I've never shared why I did this or how it felt. Under the inclusive umbrella of bicycling, I made awesome friends and championed the benefits of bike-share programs to anyone who would listen. I don't regret leaving my job or paying for a Citi Bike to be my getaway vehicle, but do I regret where I've ended up, at 35 years old? College classmates are now mid-career professionals. Some have achieved prominence. I worked on the newspaper at Dartmouth with Mindy Chokalingam, better known now as Mindy Kaling. I took economics 101 with Henry Ford III. I graduated with Matt Klentak, the new general manager of the Philadelphia Phillies. Others with lesser name recognition excel as law partners, educators, surgeons and at startups. Many have families. Some are on their second child, second house, or second marriage. I haven't yet reached my first. Even after a bold and rewarding ride from the Big Apple to the Golden State, insecurities linger. I rolled into a former fraternity brother's garage in West L.A., parking my blue bike behind his white Aston Martin. I don't have a fast car, corner office, or 15,000 followers on social media. I don't even have 500 on Twitter and Facebook combined. And that's fine. I learned that I prefer biking to driving, am miserable inside an office, and enjoy social media not as a way to build followers, but as a path to real friendships and offline conversations. The promise of meeting new people pushed me forward. Without corporate sponsors or a support vehicle, I found strength from those who hosted me or cheered from the sidelines on social media. They were on my mind as I plodded alone against obstacles from all angles. I battled rain, snow, wind and hills. I kept going. I got run off the road on I-10. I kept going. I was punched in the face by an axe murderer and got stitched up in an emergency room. I kept going. I read vile comments about me posted on pseudo news sites and bike forums. I kept going. I ran out of water in rural Missouri and ran out of warmth while camping in the California desert in December. I kept going. I kept going because the new reality I was discovering, although painful at times, was more fulfilling than the status quo I left behind. The hardest part was walking the bike onto a ferry bound for New Jersey. I accomplished my biggest goal on mile one: acting on the desire to change the course of my life. Five months later in California, watching the sunset in Santa Monica wasn't the end. It was the beginning of doors opening to someone who dared to do things differently. The dust hasn't yet settled, but one thing is clear: I dumped a soul-crushing desk job to take a chance and be true to myself. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner. You don't have to trek cross-country to change your life. Biking around town may be the answer to clearing your mind, boosting well-being, or finding new friends. The beauty of bike share is that equipment and maintenance are provided. All you have to do is pedal.

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now everybody is using Facebook for solid networking. but, sometimes your Facebook account is hacked by some professional hacked or your friend. then, there are some tips by which you can fix a hacked Facebook account and recover your Facebook account. 1) in first step, you go online to face book's help documentation page for users who have been hacked. then you click on " my account is hacked "and then select " secure it here". 2) then you can type your password in the text field and click on " continue". then Facebook displays a message confirming you are accessing the correct account. 3) then you should click on "continue" to confirm that it's your account. 4) then you should click on "continue" to proceed with securing your account. 5) then you can type a new password in the corresponding text fields and click on "continue". 6) then you should click on "continue" to proceed. Facebook will confirm that your account is verified. 7) then click on "continue" to proceed with unlocking your account. 8) then you should click on" choose a security question" drop-down menu and then select a question. 9) then you can answer the security question.in the text field and click on "submit". 10) then you can click on "log in" to proceed to your unlocked account. by applying above steps you can easily recover your hacked Facebook account.

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Spray tint is an aftermarket effect applied to windows to reduce the amount of light passing through the glass. Window tinting is available in various sizes and strengths to customise most vehicles. Many states have laws regarding the maximum visible light transmission of window tinting. All bodyworks garages or window tinting application companies offer removal services. However, a do-it-yourselfer can save money and remove the spray tint on a sunny afternoon with a few simple tools. Douse the tint with an ammonia cleaner and allow it to soak. Be sure to spray the edges well; the cleaner will seep into the edges and dissolve the tint quicker. Once the ammonia has set, spray the tint again for complete saturation. Work the razor blade into the corner of the tint's edge. Spray more ammonia, then continue to push the blade underneath the layer of tint. Keep working the razor and spraying ammonia until the tint begins to lift from the glass. Do not hurry the job. Ripping up the tint will leave a gunky glue layer that can be difficult to scrape later. Spray a paint solvent, if the razor blade and ammonia method did not work adequately, then use a very fine spray paper to water sand the tint from the glass. Use a bucket of hot water at the end to wash away any grime and grit left over from the process. Dry the glass with a lint-free towel once the window has been rinsed. Wear safety and protective equipment when working with hazardous chemicals and sharp tools. Elyse Gibbons started writing in 2006 as a contributing reporter for the "Press-Republican." In 2009 she became an interim managing editor for CNHI Publications, then returned to editorial writing in 2010 as a senior reporter for the "Malone Telegram." She holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Plattsburgh State University.

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A couple of weeks ago we went to one of the Pacific islands that lost its kava culture 150 years ago with the arrival of the European missionaries. But while nobody drinks kava there today, we have good reasons to believe that their forests still have some of the ancient local cultivars and hence we wanted to try to find them. We weren't very successful (i.e. didn't manage to find the actual plants), but found people who might be able to assist us with future searches and/or even send us some samples. On the way back to Auckland I had a bit of time so I finally managed to read a series of articles by Kirk Huffman, a prominent anthropologist and a respected expert on kava's history, culture and modern use. Kirk presents a very interesting overview of kava's history and effects as well as a thought-provoking account of the developments that led to kava's increasing popularity and the so-called "ban" in Europe (now lifted).

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Possessing a video camera is inadequate till you understand how to make the very best usage of the devices. Even with the most uncomplicated cam, an individual familiar with some ideas and techniques of photography can produce spectacular photos. With the accessibility of house research study photography courses, from any area, you can learn more about the technicalities of photography that will assist you to snap images like experts. Home research study courses benefit individuals for whom photography is a pastime in addition to people who wish to use up photography as a profession however do not have the time required to participate in an on-campus photography program. The range discovering photography courses are divided into modules, with each module handling various locations of photography. A lot of wannabe professional photographers choose the program that provides the liberty to enhance their photography method without the pressure of finishing the course within a defined timeframe. Every location of photography is covered in the house research study course. It consists of the fundamentals of photography, various usages of lighting, picture modifying, picture photography and architectural or landscape photography. The very first lesson in photography includes discovering the various functions of a video camera. The digital cams come with a selection of pre-programmed tasks that control the numerous cam settings instantly to preserve the maximum quality of images, severe trainees of photography are not pleased with the automated controls of a video camera. They have an interest in discovering the strategies of by hand altering the cam settings to produce the very best quality images. The fundamentals include comprehending the cam menu, focal lengths, sensing units, lenses, direct exposure, and shutter speed. Light plays a crucial function in photography. The strength and instructions of view impact the quality of the photo. By participating in a course, you can learn more about this critical location of photography. Trainees discover the techniques for making the very best use of light to produce impressive images. Different picture modifying components are used to an image to provide it the preferred surface. Photography courses assist trainees in mastering the post-production strategies with the assistance of proper view changing software application. The supreme objective of a trainee of photography is to discover the sophisticated strategies of painting and architectural photography to produce impressive stills. The techniques and ideas of producing breathtakingly lovely pictures and landscapes are taught in photography courses.

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NEW COLLECTION : IRIS, and NEW CATALOGUE 2016. Find the latest news IRIS at Maison&Objet Paris-Villepinte from 22 to 26 January 2016. From January 22 to February 19, dix heures dix invests the showroom of outdoor furniture manufacturer EGO to present its lighting collections. Rendez-vous 7 rue Saint-Paul - 75004 Paris.

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Built by William Constable Jr. between 1810 and 1819 and occupied by the several generations of the Constable family until 1948, Constable Hall is a remarkable time capsule that provides an extraordinary window into the world of this prominent family. The Constables came from Ireland to New York during the colonial period and later became successful importers and exporters, land speculators, and inventors. The house remains remarkably intact and retains much of its original furnishings, including the family library.

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In today's episode, I talk with Chris Shinkle, Director of Innovation at SEP. I believe today's episode is one of the most important interviews I've done to date, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode. In 2018, Linode is joining forces with Developer Tea listeners by offering you $20 of credit - that's 4 months of FREE service on the 1GB tier - for free! Head over to https://spec.fm/linode and use the code DEVELOPERTEA2018 at checkout.

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The 2017 Open Source Survey was hosted on GitHub, which "collected responses from 5,500 randomly sampled respondents sourced from over 3,800 open source repositories" and then added "over 500 responses from a non-random sample of communities that work on other platforms." The questionnaire was also made available in Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, and Russian. Interestingly, those behind the survey broke out "negative incidents" into a separate spreadsheet in that trove. That data reveals that 18 per cent of open source contributors have "personally experienced a negative interaction with another user in open source". Fully half of participants "have witnessed one between other people". Most of the negative behaviour is explained as "rudeness", which has been experienced witnessed by 45 per cent of participants and experienced by 16 per cent. GitHub's summary of the survey says really nasty stuff like "sexual advances, stalking, or doxxing are each encountered by less than five per cent of respondents and experienced by less than two per cent (but cumulatively witnessed by 14%, and experienced by three per cent)." Twenty five per cent of women respondents reported experiencing "language or content that makes them feel unwelcome", compared to 15 per cent of men. This stuff has consequences: 21 per cent of those who see negative behaviour bail from projects they were working on.