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It's Been a Long run on the Big Brother Naija, as the House mates gets evicted one after the other. This time around, the former Big brother House leader Thin Tall Tony has been evicted from the House. That's how his quest for N25million ended. Thin tall tony evicted from the House was Surprising as he got the least vote.
The eviction was the first after all the housemates has enjoyed automatic immunity from eviction penultimate week and Tony was the one evicted among his Colleagues setup for Eviction.
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Thin Tall Tony Evicted from the House
This eviction came up after he got the Least vote against Efe, Debie-rise and TBoss.
Anthony (Thin Tall Tony) has fought his way through till now that he got the least Vote against his Aforementioned Opponents.
It could be recall that In a diary session, Big Brother had offered Thin Tall Tony N1 million which he rejected insisting he will win the Reality TV show, But now the reverse as been the case, as he didn't get the N1 Million and also won't even get the reward of the Show.
The season began broadcasting on 22 January 2017 and is slated to end after 78 days. Thin Tall Tony has ended his own quest, So we wish the rest of the Housemates Success, as their Journey Continues.
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No matter what sports you follow, high school, college, or road racing, Sportsbyken Photography offers professional photography services to capture your championship moments. Focusing on the Indianapolis metro area features arguably the best high school competition in the state of Indiana, with the Metropolitan Interscholastic and Hoosier Crossroads Conferences.
Located in Indianapolis, Sportsbyken Photography is located close to teams in the Big Ten and Big East Conferences that have regional representation, plus the NCAA frequently has championship competitions held nearby.
Sportsbyken Photography also overs regional road racing (5Ks, 10Ks, half-marathons, and marathons) inside of Indiana, plus the surrounding Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati, and Louisville areas.
Services include more than just engaging images. I present clients with quick turnaround coverage to sports information directors, image CDs, video interviews, and customized service.
Sportsbyken Photography values developing long-term relationships with clients and considers this the most important aspect of the business. Most of my clients are repeat customers. Let me help you with your event photography, regardless of how large or small the event. Simply fill out the contact click on go to the Contact below for a service request or question. I would love to service your photographic requirements and hope to add you as another satisfied customer!
As a freelancer, I can customize services to customer's requirements. For example,
College Sports – I establish relationships with College Sports Information Departments to provide quick turnaround coverage at sporting events, providing WiFi photos for "real time" inclusion in event reporting. I also can provide individual team pictures on DVD, video and audio clips provided for interviews with coaches or athletes and other customized requests. Pricing is based upon individual requirements and deliverables.
Clients have included Belmont, Boston University, Clemson, Colorado, Florida, Florida State, Illinois, Illinois State, Iowa State, IUPUI, U. of Indianapolis, Kennesaw State, Michigan State, Mississippi, Morehead State, Northwestern, Oregon, Providence, Syracuse, Texas, Tulsa, Utah Valley, Xavier, Wake Forest and Wisconsin. Images have appeared in University of Illinois Men's and Women's Track and Field Media Guides, banners inside the Illinois Armory building, and web sites for all the above colleges..
Road Racing - Partner with race event companies needing to add photography experience to their team for a sporting event. Experience in working with teams for triathlons, marathons, half-marathons, night races, novelty races, 5Ks, and 10Ks. Pricing based upon negotiated rates with hiring company. Partners have included Capstone Photography, MarathonFoto, PBC Sports Photography, 131Events, EnMotive, TRC Photography, Milesplit, GameFace, Star Photo Imaging, and Ultra Event Photo
Media Companies and High School Sports- Photograph high school events, including baseball, basketball, cross country, football, soccer, softball, and volleyball.for local media coverage through media companies like Victory Views and the Examiner, and Sportsbyken blog.
The starting point for working as a sports photographer is a passion for sports. I grew up watching and playing baseball, basketball, and football. In high, I switched over to running cross country and track. Unfortunately, I wasn't talented enough to get a college scholarship, but after college, I competed in over 250 regional and local running races including the Indianapolis 500 Mini-Marathon, Peachtree 10K, Bowling Green 10K Classic, and Collin Classic 100K Bicycle Ride, I co-captained the GTE team in the Indianapolis Corporate Challenge, was a local Torch Runner in for 1987 Pan Am Games held in Indianapolis.
As I aged, my passion for sports married with my photography hobby to create the business I have today. Photographing great athletes on the big stage is the next best thing to being an elite athlete.
My basic philosophy is to capture top-notch photography while interacting with fans and enhancing the sports experience to the greatest extent possible. This was illustrated in the following article I wrote for Victory Views. CLICK to read the entire article

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A volunteering vacation can be a meaningful way to spend your time off, said Courtney Regan, the founder of the San Francisco travel company Courtney Regan Travel and an expert on what is known as voluntourism. But she added that there are several factors to consider to make the trip fulfilling and ensure that your efforts are productive both for you and the cause you're supporting.
Ms. Regan shares her advice on planning the ideal giveback getaway:
SUPPORT A PERSONAL CAUSE There are hundreds of causes to volunteer for, and finding one close to your heart will lead to a more worthwhile trip. "You're going to be working hard and likely staying in bare-bones accommodations, so you need passion to stick with your commitment," Ms. Regan said. Possibilities include wildlife conservation, education, environmental sustainability, health and nutrition, and economic development. Also, consider any personal and professional skills that you can contribute; if you're a doctor, for example, working at a health clinic for the underprivileged in South Africa could be an ideal fit.
CHOOSE A DESTINATION AND SETTING Your charitable getaway will be more enjoyable if you use it to reach a bucket-list destination; as a bonus, you'll get to see that destination with a unique perspective. If Southeast Asia is on your mind, helping with reforestation in Bali would benefit the environment and let you appreciate the island's scenic setting. If Ecuador is of interest, possibilities include teaching English at a school in the picturesque Andean mountains or working at a community center in vibrant Quito. And think about the surroundings you want; is volunteering outdoors in a tropical or snowy climate appealing, or do you prefer being in an air-conditioned office?
ASK THE RIGHT QUESTIONS The more you know going into your trip, the more successful it will be, Ms. Regan said. Be aware that most volunteering programs require a weeklong commitment. Ask if the cost includes only accommodations or meals and transportation too. Inquire about the sleeping situation; on many volunteer trips, travelers stay in dormlike settings with both men and women. Other questions: How many hours of work per day is required and are there days off; who you will report to; if you'll be working individually or as part of a team; and what the goals of your efforts are and how they will be assessed.
WORK WITH A CREDIBLE CHARITYFinding a reputable charity is important, Ms. Regan said. Charity Navigator is a watchdog for charities in the United States. Well-respected organizations that can help with worldwide volunteering opportunities include GivingWay, International Volunteer HQ and Volunteers for Peace, she said.
If you're looking for a daylong volunteering option, Ms. Regan said Give a Day Global was a good resource.


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Phlebitis (superficial thrombophlebitis)Overview
Phlebitis is inflammation of a vein. An inflamed vein near the surface of the skin caused by a blood clot is known as superficial thrombophlebitis.
The main symptoms of phlebitis are pain and redness in the affected area.
There are things you can do to ease symptoms of phlebitis, such as raising the affected area, keeping active to help blood flow, and taking ibuprofen.
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21 Jun Does bankruptcy protect me against debts from other countries?
Clients frequently face debts from countries other than the United States. If you file a bankruptcy case in the United States, what is the effect on your debts from overseas?
We tell clients not to worry too much about this. First of all, it takes some effort for a foreign creditor to make its judgment enforceable in the United States. Some states might allow for "domestication" of judgments easily and others might not.
Nevertheless, a discharge in bankruptcy will wipe out all judgments against you whether they arose here in the United States or someplace else. This means that judgment creditor may not collect this judgment against you in the United States after your discharge. If it does, you could sue them for the violation of the discharge injunction. You may have other remedies too.
This does not mean that you are "home free." If you were to move back to the country where the judgment arose, let's say Scotland for example, your United States bankruptcy discharge would not affect the validity of the judgment in Scotland. You would have to seek bankruptcy in the foreign country under the foreign country's laws in order to protect yourself there. So, more realistically, if you have claims against you in neighboring countries like Mexico or Canada, you'd have to address your rights under Mexican or Canadian bankruptcy law if you planned to move back there to protect yourself against claims arising in your home country.
This leads us to another important point. You need not be a citizen of the United States in order to file a bankruptcy case in the United States. Tune in tomorrow for a new post on citizenship and bankruptcy.
Lakelaw helps people from all over the world file bankruptcy cases in Illinois and Wisconsin.
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A definite coat is included in protect a print versus ultraviolet mild. Although this process is efficient at producing great results, it's far out of economical. Even in case your particular image doesn't need any on the list of pigments that bow segment continues to be consumed. Because of this, it will be common pertaining to dye-sub printing device compatible daily news packs to have a transfer film in a position to producing precisely the same number in prints. Additionally, dye sublimation inks demand a paper that permits the ink to on the top of paper.
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We are so excited to partner up with our friends at Raleigh, NC-based Studio Cicada to give away two fab items to one lucky winner this month! Register for your chance to win a monogrammed bangle bracelet AND personalized cell phone cover of your choice!
The contest ends Tuesday, September 30, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. and the winner will be notified on Wednesday, October 1, 2014.
Head on over to our contests page to enter!
Good luck, readers!
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There is a Wednesday overnight tramp to Waipopehu Hut, Tararua FP, and also a weekend tramp this month to Whirinaki FP. Here is a pix of Waiopehu Hut taken in November 2013.
January 2019 News
Happy New Year to all club members and readers. The weekend tramp this month is to Maropea Forks Hut 26/27 January. Here is a pix.
December 2018 News
Contents: Club Christmas party, 13 December 2018 It was meant to be the club's Christmas BBQ at the Puketapu Domain, but it ended up as a 'shared Christmas dinner' at our usual meeting place, the cricket club pavilion in Napier – because of poor weather. Thirty six members, partners and friends attended, many bringing… [Read More]
November 2018 News
Contents: Ruahine User Group Meeting It was held on Monday November 5th. Attached are the minutes of the meeting. RUG Minutes Nov 2018 Club Business For those not able to attend the club night on November 1, here are a few notices for your attention. 1) We have organised a special evening at Kathmandu for… [Read More]
October 2018 News
Contents: Club Business Club Meeting: A reminder that as it is HB Anniversary Day this Friday 19th October, there is no club meeting on Thursday 18th October. Day Tramp: No club day tramp has been organised for this weekend (normally Saturday but reverted to Friday if desired). If you wish to go out, please contact… [Read More]
September 2018 News
Contents: Remembering John Marshall Change of speaker 20th September Iron Gate Hut Consultation Meeting 6 September FMC Newsletter August 2018 Anniversary Dinner Published 30 August Working Bee at Opouahi Published 30 August Remembering John Marshall It is with great sadness that we report the passing of John Marshall. John was a life member of the… [Read More]
August 2018 News
Contents: FMC Newsletter August 2018 Anniversary Dinner Published 30th August Working Bee at Opouahi Published 30th August FMC – New rules, and General Meeting in October A General Meeting will be held at the Copthorne Millennium Hotel in Palmerston North on Saturday 27 October 2018. Clubs in lower North Island are urged to send representatives…. [Read More]
July 2018 News
Contents: Annual Subscription, On-line Booking for Tramps, Upcoming Tramp. Annual Subscription At the May 2018 AGM the Membership Fees for the 2018 – 2019 year were confirmed at the current level, and are now due. $40 per individual or $50 per family. We would prefer to receive via online banking. The account number is 03… [Read More]
June 2018 News
Contents: Ruahine User Group Meeting Minutes June 2018 Upcoming Tramp List Meetings Annual Subscription On-line Booking for Tramps Mt Hikurangi – Te Ara ki Hikurangi, June 2 – 4 (Queen's Birthday Weekend) Ruahine User Group Meeting Minutes June 2018 Attached are the minutes of the meeting held on June 11, 2018.RUG Minutes June 2018 Upcoming… [Read More]
May 2018 News
Contents: AGM 2018 – Committee – Annual Subscription – Online Booking for Tramps Mt Hikurangi – Te Ara ki Hikurangi, June 2 – 4 (Queen's Birthday Weekend) The Backcountry Trust Kawhatau Base AGM 2018 Committee – Kelvin Shaw stood and was re-elected as Club President. Kelvin has given notice that this will be his last… [Read More]
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Warm days in the vineyard provide our Chardonnay with full ripeness. At night, cool breezes from the nearby Delta and San Francisco bay help maintain high acidity levels which make this Chardonnay very food friendly. 100% Chardonnay, these grapes are hand picked during the early morning hours to preserve freshness, hand sorted, gently destemmed and pressed at the winery. We ferment 100% of the juice sur lie and age in a combination of neutral french oak barrels for nine months. The juice is separated into two barrels, with two separate yeasts, then blended at bottling.
This Chardonnay has rich golden-straw-color with hints of green apple, melon, bartlett pear, graham cracker and backed with a creamy lemon drop candy finish. Barrel fermentation and aging resulted in a nice weight, roundness and toasty finish. We have experienced excellent pairings with rich creamy sauces, pastas, pizza, poultry, seafood in lemon butter sauce and light flavored cheeses such as mild cheddar, gruyere or provolone.


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The Canon Powershot A1100 IS gives you great image quality and user-friendly controls, plus a ton of features and modes that let you control the final look of your images... but, it's still simple enough for beginners to use. All of this is packed into a pocket-sized, durable body with a large, bright LCD, a built-in viewfinder, and a 4x optical zoom. What more could you want, you might ask? The answer is: pretty much nothing. Having handled quite a few cameras while writing these reviews, I'm comfortable saying that the A1100 IS would be a satisfying buy for almost anyone.
The Powershot series has just gotten better and better over time, and it seems like all the things that make it good—the great low-light imaging, the intuitive menus, and the flexible controls—are combined inside this particular model. The body of the A1100 is slim and portable, yet not so small that you end up with your fingers all over the screen, or tripping onto the wrong buttons when you try to navigate the controls. One end of the camera body is slightly thicker, which gives you a comfortable grip while keeping the profile slim. The body comes in a range of color options, too. While it's not the titanium build that some cameras are boasting nowadays, it still feels durable, and is lightweight enough to be your go-to travel camera.
In terms of controls, the buttons are laid out in much the same manner as all other Powershots, with a control dial up top and a four-way controller on back. The built-in viewfinder is a major bonus for those who are used to shooting through more advanced cameras, or for use in bright light where the LCD of any camera would likely become useless.
Canon has loaded the A1100 with the DIGIC 4 processor, and it shows: image quality, even in low light, is clear and low-noise. A host of fun options are included, which I didn't really test out because I know how they work, but if you want them, they're there: Face Detection (including on the self timer), Motion Detection (tracks moving objects to reduce blur), Red Eye Correction, etc. Twelve megapixels is probably a bit of overkill, but I'm not complaining: the important thing is that the image quality is excellent. The camera also has Easy mode, which is exactly like Auto but disables every function except for shooting and turning the flash on and off, so that even beginning users can't mess up the photo.
The Scene Modes are also the usual line-up of suspects, with Indoors, Foliage, Snow, etc. The most-often used, such as Indoors and Kids / Pets, are located on the dial itself rather than under the Scene setting, which means they're more quickly accessible (a handy feature). Pretty much the only option missing from the A1100 is a full manual mode, and frankly, most people dealing with a pocket camera like this don't want one anyhow. If you do happen to be someone who likes to control the fine details of the shot, the Program mode should be enough to satisfy your cravings, at least in terms of a pocket camera—it lets you control settings like ISO, white balance, and metering (spot, center-weighted, and evaluative are all available).
The A1100 has speedy, smooth operation, with a quick zoom and capable, accurate focus lock. The only time I ran into trouble was during use of the self timer... for some reason, the camera produced a whole range of blurry photos before finally locking in. To be fair, I was shooting a low-contrast subject, and without me behind the camera to half-push the shutter button and lock focus, it just didn't go too well. As with any digital camera, half-pushing that button and ensuring that the camera knows where it's supposed to be focusing is highly recommended and gives you better results.
What it really comes down to when reviewing a camera is image quality and usability, and the A1100 excels in both areas. Final images are satisfying, with realistic colors and sharp focus; menus make sense, and the camera is comfortable and simple to use, with enough flexibility for users from beginner to advanced. With so many factors that have to come together to make a "good" digital camera, the all-around capability of the A1100 is worth noting. It's a good buy.


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Add array and string helper classes to be used in blade template files.
Learn how to test the redirects in Laravel using the example of assert redirects and the from method to change the HTTP referrer.
Learn how to remove Laravel model events when using database factories
Learn how you can have multiple read and write connections in your Laravel application
Clear all queued jobs in your laravel application by using the clear cache command
In this tutorial we're going to see how we can clean up our blade templates by creating our own custom blade directives with Laravel.
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In this tutorial we're going to learn how to use and create your own Laravel facades.
In this tutorial we're going to learn how to setup and use scheduled tasks with Laravel to perform the same tasks on a regular timescale. To use scheduled tasks in Laravel it will use your server cron jobs. What makes this different to just setting up a cron jobs is that Laravel will only have on entry in your cron job setup.
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In this tutorial we're going to learn how we can use our .env variables inside the webpack.js config. The benefit of this is that we can now build the frontend assets based off variables in the application.
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Massachusetts officials started recording the names of immigrants who arrived by ship in January of 1848, a procedure which continued until July of 1891, when federal records-keeping programs superseded those of the state. Although immigrants arrived at numerous Massachusetts ports, the Archives holds manifests for BOSTON ONLY. These are arranged chronologically according to the date when the ship arrived in port. The Archives holds the original manifests as well as the only microfilm copy available of these Passenger manifests. This collection has been cataloged as HS3.02/1990X (Registers of passengers arriving in Massachusetts ports) in the finding aids of the Massachusetts Archives.
The Archives has an alphabetical card index covering the same years as the registers and providing the same information. This includes the name, age, sex and occupation of the immigrant; the country of birth, last residence and the passenger list number. Also included is the name of the ship, and the date of its arrival in Boston.
Over one million immigrants came through the Port of Boston during this time period. Through the Archives Volunteer program, volunteers are entering this information into a computerized database. This is a long-term project. It is going to take several years to complete.
If the Surname you are interested in does not appear in the database you are welcome to come to the Archives and request the name through the Card Index or write us and we will check the card index for you.
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Christmas 2016: Saving money on Christmas dinner
Published 7 December 2016 by Emily Bancroft
Don't stress about the big day – we'll show you how to cut back.
Christmas Day is drawing ever closer, and you're probably starting to plan what you're going to cook for Christmas dinner. The big meal can feel like a military operation, with everything needing to go into the oven at exactly the right time.
And what's more, there can be a lot of pressure to spend too much on Christmas dinner. If you leave everything to the last minute and panic buy, it's likely you'll end parting with a lot of money.
Don't worry, we'll show you how to save money on your Christmas dinner for 2016 – and give you a few tips on how to cut back.
What to buy and where to buy it
Asda already offers pre-ordering on its Christmas turkeys. You can then get these delivered to your home or pick up in store closer to the big day. By doing this, you'll have the main part of the meal sorted well in advance.
You can also check out some of the Christmas food deals at Aldi or Lidl – they'll release the prices for these closer to Christmas Day so you'll have to wait if you want to do this. And don't discount frozen turkey completely – Iceland offers a great value range.
When it comes to your veg, you're best getting this just a couple of days before Christmas. Don't feel like you need to buy the most expensive range of vegetables – the basic or value range is probably pretty similar. The supermarkets don't vary much in price here but it's worth keeping an eye out for Aldi's Super 6 fruit and veg deals – these can often mean you save a lot.
For after the meal, it's worth getting in a couple of boxes of Iceland's Luxury Mince Pies. They consistently win awards and taste tests and at £1.50 for a box of six, they're pretty good value too. And if you're looking for something sparkly to top it all off, Aldi's sparkling wine range has won a lot of awards too – just remember to drink responsibly.
Money-saving tips
Here's a few simple ways you can cut costs for Christmas dinner.
• Before you buy anything, plan it all out properly to make sure you don't go over budget.
• Make the right amount of food for the right amount of guests – you don't need enough for 15 if there are only four guests!
• Follow the general tips for understanding supermarket deals. Don't just look at the price – check the price per weight or unit on the shelf.
• Don't be afraid to ask guests to bring some food with them. Cooking Christmas dinner is a big undertaking – most guests will be happy to bring a dessert or a side dish with them.
• Make the most of money-off vouchers or coupons – it's worth looking online for these before you shop.


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Door Fitters UK United Kingdom: There'll inevitably come a time when you'll need to change one or perhaps all of your doors, and unless you are accomplished at do-it-yourself and possess all the required tools, you will probably be searching for a local UK door fitter who will be able to do the job for you. You might just need a new front door or back door, or maybe you've had some improvement work undertaken on your home and you would like an extra door installed, or perhaps you've decided that you would like all your interior doors swapped for new modern ones to give your house an exciting new look. Whichever of these applies to you, you will want to find an experienced UK door fitter to have a look, provide you with a quotation and complete the work for you.
Now, you might be asking "where can I find a trustworthy door fitter near me?". Well, locating a decent door fitter in UK, United Kingdom may not be as easy as you would believe, since virtually anybody with a few commonplace tools can offer their services as a door fitter without any guarantee that they'll do a passable job or that they are qualified to do this sort of work. Basically you will want to find somebody in UK with some carpentry qualifications to carry out your door installation job for you and you would prefer somebody with an established track record and whose work has been reviewed and endorsed by people in the UK area. This could be where a visit to the Rated People trade review will prove useful to you. All you have to do is visit the website, choose the type of tradesman you're looking for (a carpenter and joiner for interior wooden doors or a window/conservatory specialist for UPVC doors), fill in the form describing your job, and provide an approximate budget that you are allowing for your door fitting project. In the next day or two, you will get replies from two or three prospective tradesmen, happy to get your door installation work done.
Once you have some estimates, you can get back to the Rated People site and study testimonials and reviews for the UK door fitters who are on your short list. You will then be better able to make an informed choice regarding which door fitter you opt for and be more certain that they'll be able to do the work correctly. If it doesn't suit you to use a website like Rated People, you could perhaps have a chat with close friends and family and see if they might recommend a door fitter that they've used in the past.
Doors, just like door fitters, come in all shapes and sizes, so you must establish right from the start, precisely what it is that you want. Get your selected UK door fitter to double check your measurements and if feasible source the doors for you, that way if there are any complications, they're his responsibility and it is down to him to remedy them. This might raise the question "what kind of doors do I need?", and this is certainly an excellent question since with so many types of door to pick from, you'll want to match your door to your door fitter so to speak. For example, if you need some wooden interior doors fitted, a carpenter/joiner will be your man (or woman), if you need a replacement mahogany front door hung, again you should find yourself a carpenter and joiner, but if are looking to get a replacement UPVC door fitted, you would be better off getting the help of a window/conservatory or double glazing specialist.
Types of Doors: Here are merely a small selection of the types of doors which your UK door fitter will be able to install for you: oak doors, walnut doors, mahogany doors, composite doors, glazed doors, front doors, interior doors, exterior doors, louvre doors, sliding doors, bi-fold doors, pine doors, hardwood doors, softwood doors, UPVC doors, conservatory doors, patio doors, french doors, white interior doors, fire doors, paint grade doors, ledge and brace doors, cottage doors, barn doors, under stairs doors, wardrobe doors, 4 panel doors, 6 panel doors, glazed front doors, folding doors, moulded four panel doors, white moulded doors (internal), interior laminate doors, garage doors, kitchen unit doors, tri-fold doors.
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In September 2014, elder justice experts, funders and other stakeholders gathered in New York City for a day long symposium, "Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Teams: Planning for the Future," to explore the value of multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) and plan for sustaining this important model.
MDTs bring together groups of professionals serving victims of elder abuse – such as geriatricians, prosecutors, Adult Protective Services caseworkers, law enforcement officers and social workers, aging network providers – in varying configurations to provide a collaborative response to complex cases of elder abuse. While MDTs are recognized as an important, powerful intervention model, there are several challenges to replicating and sustaining teams. The professionals assembled for this historic symposium explored these challenges and established priorities for the field. The conversations and recommendations outlined at the MDT Symposium have been collected, along with background information and additional commentary on MDTs, into a monograph, which can be found here.
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More than 60 primary languages are spoken in Piscataway Township Schools, and so immersing students into both conversational and academic language and providing cultural guidance for their families is essential.
The district's English as a Second Language (ESL) program embeds more than 60 ESL-endorsed teachers, allowing more students to remain in mainstream classrooms. In addition, it provides supports for ESL teachers and their professional development, immersion camps and field trips for students, health services, and even free busing for Saturday programs for students and their families.
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The selection of binary trading platform matters almost as much as the selection of a trading strategy and following through with it consistently and unemotionally. Not all trading platforms are the same; they charge different fees, which can eat into your profit margin.
Some trading platforms limit the types of trades you can enter, though this also limits your risk, while others encourage you to risk going into debt on the trade with the promise of a "win". Others don't let you trade what you know best. Some platforms tap into the same emotional thrills as gambling and encourage you to act through constant notifications and moving graphics, regardless of the literal cost you pay for making more trades than necessary. Here are a few tips on how to choose the right binary trading platform to avoid platforms that you cannot afford to use.
Payouts differ between binary trading platforms. This is one of the most important criteria you should use in selecting a binary trading platform. A few percentage points difference in payouts can make the difference between breaking even and losing money at the end of the day. Simply by finding a platform with a higher payout, you increase your profits when you make the right trade.
Remember that the rate of return on profitable trades determines your overall odds of success. There are many platforms with 68% to 75% return rates on winning trades. The best platforms have returns of over 85%.
Fees rival payouts as the most important deciding factor as to which binary options trading platform you should choose. Fee free trading is the ideal situation. Look for platforms that offer an early closure option; this allows you to close an open position at any point in the contract, whether to secure your profits or limit your losses. You may have to pay for this privilege, but look for platforms that charge as little as possible for it. You want flexibility, such as the ability to buy binary options that expire in minutes as well as weekly options, but that is not as important as the price you pay per trade.
If you go for the platform that lets you make trades every minute, but don't mind the fees, you'll burn through your account in a matter of days and risk becoming overly involved trying to recover the losses. For saner, safer trades, you want the ability to set it and forget it and not work on a platform pushing you to try again and again in the hope of hitting it big and recouping your losses.
Asset List
Every binary trading platform provides a list of assets that you can trade. If you want to trade in Bitcoin options instead of Bitcoins themselves, find a trading platform that facilitates this. If you want to trade in foreign currency exchange options, commodities or stock options, use a binary trading platform that offers it. Good platforms offer the option to trade in assets like stocks, commodities, currencies and major stock indices. Platforms with only a few options are likely to be catering to gamblers or even be scams, because they don't have the time or resources to set up a full platform for trading across everything you can buy binary trading options for. Have a set strategy for the type of assets you want to trade learned from a resource like the Stern Options Blog, instead of assuming that if you can trade anything on the website that you'll eventually find something that works.
Bonuses should not be the deciding factor as to the platform you select. Many binary trading platforms offer bonuses to lure in inexperienced traders, but their terms include rules that limit your ability to withdraw your money or seemingly make up for higher fees that eat into your profits long term. While the bonuses are presented as a way to learn with their money, not yours, binary options sites, like casinos, never offer "free" stuff unless it is ultimately going to flow back into their profits.
Research the reputation of the trading platform. Too many binary trading platforms are set up in lieu of gambling sites, tapping into the same excitement but overlaying it with a veneer of legitimacy by calling it investing. Then they market to the same people who are searching for online slots and sports betting, promising excitement with higher payouts and a more socially acceptable label; by targeting people who are gambling, they attract customers who don't care about the high fees or limited options.
Spend time reading complaints about the platform. Do they push people to sign over control of the account to an employee of the platform on the promise of higher profits before making many trades that generate trading fees for them while cratering your account? Do they have good technical support when there are issues with a transaction? Do they change their terms and conditions periodically, such that users are surprised with hefty fees after a few weeks?
You should only use binary options trading platforms that make it clear as to their fees, restrictions, limits and rules. If the rules aren't clear, you either need to learn more about binary options trading or seek another platform. Good customer support should be a necessity, but that doesn't eliminate your need to know what you're doing. Rely instead on quality expert advice.
Mobile Apps
Some binary trading platforms offer apps for letting you trade while on the go.
This should not be your deciding factor for using a trading platform. An absent minded click on a recommended trade by their adviser means you've agreed to risk your money for the deal they want to receive commissions on, and the sheer convenience reduces the odds you'll do the due diligence analyzing the trade before you commit to it.
Yes, about 40% of binary options trades are done via a mobile device, but picking one based on how polished the app looks can be counterproductive. And then there's the concern as to whether or not the app has the right level of information security to prevent someone else hacking it, and gaining access to your personal and financial information. After all, many binary trading platforms let you use multiple funding options like pulling money in from a bank account or credit card.
There are many binary trading platforms, and choosing one based on hype is the wrong decision. Choose a binary trading platform that combines high payouts with low fees; do not make a decision based on the bonuses the site offers. Research the reputation of the trading platform and don't use any site that generates complaints about ever-changing rules, surprise costs, impossible to reach customer service or managers that keep asking to take over your account. If they treat it like legitimized gambling versus an investment, flee. The asset list should be reasonably long and include the types of things you want to invest in. Being an extensive domain, an individual might find learning and understanding the binary trading platform a little challenging. In order to avoid the difficulties, they are recommended to seek assistance from Stern Options Blog that provides valuable information on the concerned topic.


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CLE10 – Conservator's Sponges
CLE10/S: 73 x 48 x 30mm
CLE10/L: 96 x 74 x 30mm
The closed cell structure is hydrophilic, making it useful for various conservation procedures, such as in small disasters. Takes in a large amount of water rapidly. Wet repairs, to remove residual water, the repair tissue does not attach to the sponge. Painting Conservators are using this sponge to hold solvents to clean and remove varnish.


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The Palace, Malta's premier boutique hotel, has won the award for Best Design for five-star hotels with 50-200 rooms, at the International Hotel and Property Awards 2011.
Online PR News – 29-July-2011 – – Sliema - SLM, Malta The Palace, Malta's premier boutique hotel, has won the award for Best Design for five-star hotels with 50-200 rooms, at the International Hotel and Property Awards 2011. Angelo Xuereb, chairman of AX Holdings, represented the Group and The Palace Malta at the awarding ceremony which was held at L'Hôtel Hermitage, located in the heart of Monte Carlo. "Design is very important to The Palace's spirit. Not only it makes our hotel a one-of-a-kind place to stay but indeed plays a fundamental part in creating the unique atmosphere one breathes with every step taken into it, from our reception, to the rooms, to our restaurants and entertainment areas," said Mr Xuereb.
The International Hotel and Property Awards are hosted by design et al, a leading interior design magazine in the United Kingdom. The Palace achieved this year's Best Design Award by overcoming stiff competition from some of the world's premier hotels. Moreover, what makes this award more special is the fact that that The International Hotel and Property Awards are not judged by a panel. Short-listed entries are presented online, and voting is open to industry professionals as well as design et al readers, clients and customers.
AX Hotels' hospitality director Claire Xuereb said that: "Design follows function, however it needs to be done in a clever way, so it is not evident. The balance of technology, design and comfort, is key, incorporated within the specific concept given to the particular hotel. People have become ever more demanding. They have become very selective and know exactly what they want, how they want it and when they want it. All this means, they are better buyers, better travellers. They are no longer after the run of the mill. They want character and are specific. With this, we mean that hotel designs will need to reflect this profile. Rooms to become more custom made and unique while lobbies and food and beverage outlets together with the typical halls and pre-function areas, to be made more practical, functional while retaining a lot of life, through concept and colour." Mr Xuereb also had words of praise for architect Martin Xuereb of Martin Xuereb and Associates who was responsible for the design of this five-star hotel.
Vibrant and attractive, The Palace is a deluxe five-star city hotel in Sliema lavish with a characteristic and distinctive elegance. It prides itself and is well renowned with guests for offering an infusion of a genuine sense of hospitality, the charms of an intimate and comfortable environment, and the luxurious and cosmopolitan vibe of the "big city". All of this and more is at the core of The Palace Experience. Along with the adjoining Palazzo Capua, The Palace offers the only Concept Suites in Malta – an experience which is truly a world apart from any other suite. Both hotels, along with The Victoria Hotel, the Sunny Coast and the Seashells Resort at Suncrest all form part of the portfolio of AX Hotels Malta – Malta's leading hotel operator.
The Palace is owned and managed by AX Holdings which partly runs a Hospitality Division through AX Hotels consisting of Luxury Hotels Malta. Mainly The Palace Hotel Malta. The Palace Malta is a leading stylish five-star Luxury Spa Hotel in Sliema, Malta. The Palazzo Capua is an adjoining prestigious Palazzo which has been transformed into an exclusive conference and wedding venue complemented by five distinctive Suites. Next door to the Palazzo is The Victoria Hotel which is a superior four-star hotel with distinctive elegance. Sunny Coast and the Seashells Resort are another two properties situation in the northern part of the Island of Malta. All five properties are part of the portfolio of the AX Hotels Malta – a leading operator of hotels in Malta. For your next vacation choose Malta as you will surely find several things to do in Malta during your stay. And perhaps book your Malta Accommodation at a superior Sliema hotel amongst the vast Malta Hotels which is still within easy reach of several popular towns and villages.
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Over the course of the next three months, I will be posting free lessons on drawing the human body. The following areas are covered:
- Intro/Resources
- Tools/Marks
- Proportions
- Building From Shapes
- Value
- Drawing The Portrait
Each lesson will come out on Tuesday, every other week. This post will start you off with a few resources for those wanting to get their feet wet right away. (Note: They are not affiliated links.) The suppliers below are only an option; you will be able complete the lessons with a standard sharpened 2B pencil (or mechanical pencil), a good eraser, and plain white copier paper.
Drawing Human Body Supplies:
- Dick Blick https://www.dickblick.com/
- Michael's http://www.michaels.com/
- Raymar https://www.raymarart.com/
- Utrecht https://www.utrechtart.com/
- Amazon Drawing Supplies http://amazon.com
Drawing Human Body Books:
- "The Human Figure," (Dover Anatomy for Artists) by John H. Vanderpoel, 1958.
- "An Atlas of Anatomy for Artists," (Dover Anatomy for Artists) by Fritz Schider, 1957.
- "Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count," by Steve Huston, 2016
- "Figure Drawing Master Class: Lessons in Life Drawing," by Dan Gheno, 2015
- "Drawing Atelier – The Figure: How to Draw in a Classical Style," by Jon deMartin, 2016
Drawing Human Body Online:
- Find a Life Drawing Session Near You, http://www.artmodelbook.com/figure-drawing-directory.htm
- "Draw This!" YouTube Life Drawing Sessions, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOVNvkn-f6BW18AvplWI8YA
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The film director was married to the pop singer for eight years and they have an 11-year-old son, Rocco.
He admitted to Details magazine that their relationship had propelled him into the spotlight, but said it was a ''positive experience'' overall.
Ritchie, the director of the forthcoming Sherlock Holmes 2, said: ''I enjoyed my first marriage. It's definitely not something I regret.
''The experience was ultimately very positive. I love the kids that came out of it, and I could see no other route to take. But you move on, don't you?
''I stepped into a soap opera, and I lived in it for quite a long period of my life. I'll probably be more eloquent on it 10 years from now.''
The Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels director also admitted that being married to Madonna had helped his film career.
He said: ''When you end up with a lot of the things you set out to chase and find that you've stumbled into all sorts of hollow victories, then you become deeply philosophical.
''I'm quite happy that that experience was accelerated for me. I'm glad I made money, in other words. And I'm glad I got married.''
The 43-year-old, who recently welcomed his second child, with girlfriend Jacqui Ainsley, also said he did not take parenting advice from anyone else as he believes ''you've got to work it out for yourself''.
Ritchie said: ''I am anti-school. And I'm anti people putting so much pressure on kids and robbing their childhood by giving them so much homework. I think if kids want to arse around, then they should.''
Madonna divorced Ritchie in 2008 citing unreasonable behaviour which she claimed, at the time, was "continuing".
They married at Skibo Castle in Scotland in 2000 a high profile ceremony attended by Gwyneth Paltrow, Donatella Versace and Stella McCartney.
Friends said Madonna's desire to adopt another child had been a source of friction, as was her wish to spend more time in America.
Their last public appearance together was in September 2008, at the premiere of Ritchie's film RocknRolla, but a source said they could not bear "to live with the pretence any longer".


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Is there a way to change the font size of the drop down menu when it is derived from a parameter control? In the workbook attached, I want to change the font size of "Percentage of Surface Water with Water Quality Index of Grade IV or Worse" when it is the only option displayed on the dropdown menu. I could only change the font size of the options when you expand the dropdown menu, but not when the dropdown menu is displaying only one option.
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I would check the following Tableau Community Forums discussion that discusses this precise behavior.
Quick Teaser: Dropdown Font Size?
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In the spring and summer of 2010, a team of eight people was diligently pursuing one common goal: hacking into the network of the State of Colorado, USA. The team had spent countless days, nights and weekends trying to breach the state's systems, modems, wireless network devices and 67,000 Internet Protocol addresses to gain access to personally identifiable, sensitive and/or confidential information.
On one particular afternoon, the team achieved a significant victory. A state agency's public-facing web site had been misconfigured, allowing the team to view the entire site's directory of files, including one called "upload. html." Within minutes of identifying the file, the team had uploaded software that allowed them to gain administrator access to the agency's internal network inside the firewall. From there, it was a matter of how quickly they could access other connected systems and obtain the information they sought before moving on to a different target at a different agency. Figure 1 illustrates how the agency's firewall was bypassed to attack the agency's internal network.
The good news for the State of Colorado was that the team was not a group of professional hackers, but rather three IT auditors employed by the Colorado Office of the State Auditor (OSA) and five additional computer security professionals contracting with the OSA. The OSA team's assignment was to conduct a large-scale, covert penetration test that would assess the state's risk of being compromised by a malicious attacker and to recommend steps for preventing such attacks.
Over a six-month testing period, the team compromised several state government networks and systems and gained unauthorized access to thousands of individuals' records, including records containing confidential data such as US Social Security numbers, income levels, birth dates and contact information. The team also gained access to usernames and passwords belonging to state employees and other individuals. Based on national averages, a data breach of this magnitude by a malicious individual would have cost the state between US $7 and $15 million to remediate.1 This estimate does not include the cost to individual citizens whose data would have been stolen. The audit concluded that the state was at a high risk of a system compromise and/or data breach by malicious individuals, including individuals both internal and external to the state.
The OSA published the general results of its penetration test in a November 2010 report that was released publicly.2 In addition, the OSA drafted confidential reports containing specific details of the test results and provided those to individual state agencies whose systems and protected information had been breached. It was one of the first times that an entire state government had undergone such a large-scale assessment to identify security vulnerabilities across various critical resources and to evaluate how well IT staff at different agencies responded to simulated attacks. No target was considered too minor; hacking into individual e-mail accounts was as much a goal as trying to pilfer protected taxpayer data from agency databases. Successful penetration of any critical resource could identify vulnerabilities that could become targets for real hackers.
Large-scale, covert penetration tests can be an effective tool for governments, private companies, and other national and international organizations to assess the security of their critical resources. According to the US National Institute of Standards and Technology, the purpose of covert security testing is to "examine the damage or impact an adversary can cause," rather than to identify specific vulnerabilities.3 For instance, covert penetration tests do not "test every security control, identify each vulnerability or assess all systems within an organization."4 Given their unique nature, these tests can provide various benefits, which are discussed in the following sections.
The Element of SurpriseCovert penetration tests provide a valuable element of surprise because the IT staff who must respond to a system or data breach are not aware that the breach is a test. Small-scale, overt penetration tests typically focus on specific systems and are conducted under the watchful eye of an organization's IT staff, whereas large-scale, covert penetration tests can be unrestricted in scope and occur without the knowledge of those responsible for addressing system or data compromises. In Colorado, only the state's chief information security officer (CISO) and other executive-level staff were aware of and authorized the OSA to simulate real attacks against the state's critical resources.
"Covert penetration testing allowed the State of Colorado to measure the effectiveness of application, host and network monitoring and detection of anomalous and malicious activity and identified gaps with our statewide and departmental incident response capabilities," says Travis Schack, the State of Colorado's CISO. "Noncovert testing would not have provided objective and accurate evidence for areas of improvement in our technical capabilities, processes, and user education and awareness of their security role and responsibilities."
It is important to remember that professional hackers will not provide advance warning of an attack. A common US military training doctrine is that troops will fight like they train; this same philosophy should be applied to IT security staff. It is best for training to be as realistic as possible.
Motivation for Decision Makers to Address IT Security VulnerabilitiesOvert penetration testers often stop their efforts once they break into a system, usually proving their success by taking screenshots of systems they have breached or leaving behind a text file to announce their presence. A drawback to that approach is that it does not fully demonstrate the real-life impact an organization would sustain if it were to fall victim to a hacker. As a result, high-ranking decision makers may not fully appreciate the potential business implications of ignoring IT security vulnerabilities. The ISACA publication An Introduction to the Business Model for Information Security discusses this phenomenon, noting that information security managers "are speaking in terms of specific threats, risks, controls and technologies while business managers are talking about cost, productivity and return on investment."5
The OSA team decided to maximize the covert nature of its test and actually demonstrate what could happen if real hackers were to penetrate the state's systems. The team members did not stop when they accessed a network or system. They also pillaged as much personally identifiable, sensitive and/or confidential information as they could to quantify what costs the state would have incurred if the breach had been real. Informing state policy makers that taxpayer information had been "stolen" and that addressing an actual data breach would have cost the state millions was much more compelling than providing them with a technical analysis of the state's IT security vulnerabilities.
"When a person loses their wallet, they understand the impact it has to them and usually know when it happens," says Schack. "Most people have a hard time understanding cyber and information security and the impacts an incident may have to their business. Usually, this is the result of security professionals not being successful in demonstrating the impact and translating security risks to business risks."
Broader Understanding of IT Security VulnerabilitiesA large-scale penetration test allows an organization to assess all three pillars of its IT security posture—people, processes and technology—thereby providing a more comprehensive view of the organization's IT security environment. Some industry experts believe that strategically integrating these three pillars into information security policies will help address the challenge of achieving effective cybersecurity.6 In Colorado, the OSA team attacked all three pillars of the state's IT security posture (figure 2).
Through a phishing attack, for example, the OSA team obtained valid usernames and passwords of employees, which the team used to conduct simulated malicious activity. The OSA team tested security processes by attempting to bypass security barriers or controls at 18 physical sites or state buildings containing computer hardware or documents containing confidential information. The team was successful enough that it rated the state's physical security as a high-risk area.
When testing technology, the OSA team treated low- and high-risk applications as equally important because hackers who gain access to unsecured low-risk applications could find the entry they need to breach higher-risk, better secured applications (figure 3).
Process testing included reviewing information about IT staff member roles, responsibilities and authorization levels, as well as security plans that Colorado law requires state agencies to develop. The OSA team found that 60 percent of agencies required to develop an information security plan had not done so by the statutory deadline. In addition, the plans were often incomplete, inaccurate, and lacking in detailed and meaningful information.
Evaluating all aspects of an organization's IT security environment can provide a more thorough evaluation of its risks, information that is useful to IT professionals and decision makers.
To be successful, a large-scale, covert penetration test should be conducted as a partnership between the testers and a representative of the IT staff who will be responsible for remediating any vulnerabilities. Constant communication between the testers and that individual is critical. Before testing begins, both parties should determine how and when to communicate when certain events happen, such as a successful breach, the detection of a breach, problems caused by the testing or situations that could potentially involve law enforcement.
Even after testing is completed, an ongoing dialog should be maintained between the penetration testers and the IT staff responsible for securing the organization's critical assets. When an organization faces financial or time limitations, this dialog becomes especially important to help the organization prioritize its remediation efforts. For a large-scale, covert penetration test to be a truly valuable exercise, the test results should be continually addressed and referenced long after the final report has been printed.
Preparing for Successful Penetration TestingCommercial and government organizations conducting penetration tests should consider the following actions to help ensure a successful testing process:
In Public CIO, Travis Schack recommends that information security practitioners focus on consistently doing the basics of information security.7
From the OSA penetration test results, it was determined that most of the vulnerabilities that were exploited resulted from the lack of consistent application of information security best practices by IT and information security staff. The majority of the vulnerabilities exploited could be categorized as follows:
The OSA team did not identify any new zero-day exploits and rarely required the use of sophisticated programming skills, but instead, exploited well-known vulnerabilities and process weaknesses that would have not existed if security best practices had been followed. Of particular concern to those performing the penetration test was that the majority of the systems exploited, including those that led to access of confidential records, could be performed by people with limited skills and knowledge and with tools and techniques readily available on the Internet. Additionally, the penetration test revealed serious weaknesses and vulnerabilities that would not have been identified and remediated through routine audits and/or security evaluations (e.g., exploitation of two-way trusts, the ability to pivot through the organization to attack well-secured systems and the likelihood of using social engineering to gain access to an organization's most precious data).
In addition to routine IT audits and vulnerability assessments, commercial and government organizations should periodically (every three to five years) perform covert penetration tests of their enterprises. These tests should follow industry best practices and include methodologies to attack or test each of the three pillars of information security.8 The tests should also be conducted keeping in mind the key steps for successful penetration testing provided in this article.
Additionally, as part of the covert penetration test, the organization should assess the ability of its staff and systems to identify and respond to an ongoing attack. At the conclusion of the test, the testers should be thoroughly debriefed by the organization's information security staff and should work in cooperation with security staff to identify key weaknesses, based on risk, and develop a detailed mitigation and remediation plan.
1 General industry information was obtained from Ponemon Institute LLC, "Fourth Annual US Cost of Data Breach Study," USA, January 2009, www.ponemon.org/local/upload/fckjail/generalcontent/18/file/2008-2009%20US%20Cost%20of%20Data%20Breach%20Report%20Final.pdf, and applied to an analysis that the State of Colorado (USA) Office of the State Auditor (OSA) conducted during the audit, which resulted in the US $7 to $15 million cost estimate.2 State of Colorado OSA, "Office of Cyber Security, Governor's Office of Information Technology, Performance Audit November 2010," USA, 20103 Scarfone, Karen; Murugiah Souppaya; Amanda Cody; Angela Orebaugh; US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-115 "Technical Guide to Information Security Testing and Assessment," NIST, USA, 2008, http://csrc.nist.gov/publications/nistpubs/800-115/SP800-115.pdf4 Ibid.5 ISACA, An Introduction to the Business Model for Information Security, USA, 2009, www.isaca.org/bmis6 Narus Inc., "Three Components of Cyber Security: People, Process and Technology," 18 October 2010, www.narus.com/blog/uncategorized/three-components-of-cyber-security-people-process-and-technology/7 Schack, Travis; "Back to Security Basics," Public CIO, October/November 2010, www.govtech.com/pcio/Back-to-Security-Basics-Opinion.html8 ISACA, IS Auditing Procedure P8 Security Assessment—Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Analysis, USA, 2004, www.isaca.org/tools-techniques.
Jonathan Trull, CISA, CFE, OSCP, is the deputy state auditor at the Colorado Office of the State Auditor (OSA), primarily responsible for overseeing complex, value-added IT audits in the State of Colorado, USA. He is also responsible for overseeing select performance audits, the OSA's internal IT plan and infrastructure, and the OSA's internal report writing and external communications functions. With more than 13 years of experience in governmental auditing and management, Trull has established himself as an innovative leader of high-quality, objective audits and reviews.
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Title: Peter Darling
Author: Austin Chant
Publisher: Less Than Three Press
Pages: 164
Release Date: February 15th 2017
Genre(s): Paranormal, Fairy tale
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Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
Ten years ago, Peter Pan left Neverland to grow up, leaving behind his adolescent dreams of boyhood and resigning himself to life as Wendy Darling. Growing up, however, has only made him realize how inescapable his identity as a man is.
But when he returns to Neverland, everything has changed: the Lost Boys have become men, and the war games they once played are now real and deadly. Even more shocking is the attraction Peter never knew he could feel for his old rival, Captain Hook—and the realization that he no longer knows which of them is the real villain.
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For years I've wondered why I'm not a famous writer. I mean, I seem to have all the ingredients: proficiency with language and sincerity of emotion, a romantic worldview coupled with a healthy disdain for humanity, and of course the crippling depression. The formula has worked for so many others. Faulkner and Fitzgerald are universal. Even Hemingway and Plath were able to produce volumes of work and chum-buckets of praise before getting sick of it all. Why not me?
OK, granted, I haven't really given alcoholism a fair shake. I admit that, and I promise to try harder in the future. But still, it seems like I should be producing something, doesn't it?
Then it struck me today, between daydreaming of hanging out with Kevin Rose and compulsively refreshing my podcast feeds: it's these infernal internets, cursed be their name!
Eighty years ago a brooding, intellectual recluse had few options for diversion. I don't even know what they would've been… Reading? Whittling? Even when TV came along there were only a few channels, and they'd go completely off the air overnight. Midnight to 3am are an alcoholic insomniac's busiest hours! What else was there to do but write brilliant prose?
But now there are literally gazillions of gallons of words and pictures dancing at my fingertips. I'm not even counting the pr0n (that's how internet people spell "porn"). There is no end to the information. If I didn't have to work or shop, I could remain a fully-informed citizen of the world without ever leaving home. Why spend valuable time and effort being productive when I can more comfortably read about movies I won't see and electronics I won't buy? Why channel my loneliness into something useful when instead I can build one-way pseudo-relationships with people who've never met me and probably wouldn't like me if they did?
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ADD AIR pollution to the list of challenges that China's new leadership must address to satisfy its increasingly restless citizenry. Over the weekend, Beijing and more than 30 other cities were enveloped by a thick haze. Measurements of hazardous particles spiked to unprecedented levels — and so did complaints on the country's social media. On Monday, the government's principal propaganda organs essentially surrendered to public sentiment, breaking their silence and publishing a host of articles and editorials calling the pollution "choking, dirty and poisonous," among other things.
The state organs were only stating the obvious. According to readings by the U.S. Embassy, the air quality in central Beijing on Saturday, based on a measure of hazardous particulates, stood at 755 on a scale of 0 to 500. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a level above 300 is "hazardous;" according to the World Health Organization, a reading of 500 means the particulate level is 20 times that considered safe. By way of comparison, the level in Washington on Wednesday peaked at 39.
Still, the relative openness of the official media was a change from past practice. Up until a year ago, the U.S. Embassy, which began reporting air pollution levels in 2008, was the only public source of such information — and Chinese authorities repeatedly demanded that the embassy stop releasing the numbers, most recently last June. The State Department's creditable refusal to comply helped raise awareness of the pollution problem and eventually prompted authorities to begin releasing their own numbers.
The Chinese government is not ignoring the pollution problem. Having spent billions in an attempt to clear the skies over Beijing before the 2008 Olympics, authorities are now spending billions more to replace the capital's coal-fired power stations — a major source of the pollution — with cleaner gas-fired plants by 2015. They are also trying to push older cars and trucks off the city's clogged streets.
Nevertheless, the high readings recorded in recent days underline that the continuing push for rapid economic growth is creating problems — from pollution to growing inequality and massive official corruption — that are fueling discontent, especially among the country's growing urban middle class. Last week, China's microblogs pulsed with outrage over the censorship of a weekly newspaper that attempted to publish an editorial supporting adherence to the constitution. Now they are echoing with complaints over the pollution emergency and the policies that caused it.
China's outgoing cohort of leaders, led by Hu Jintao, responded to the discontent by trying to suppress it. But it's becoming clear that that strategy will not work for their successors, under Xi Jinping. Mr. Xi's regime will have to face the underlying problems or risk a crisis in Beijing much greater than any spike in air pollution.