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[NEW YORK] The US dollar weakened to a more than six-week low against the yen on Tuesday, dipping below a key technical level as Treasury debt yields slipped on increased caution ahead of a trio of potentially market moving events on Thursday.
Nervous investors piled into low-risk bonds and other safe-haven assets on worries linked to Britain's general election, the European Central Bank's policy meeting and former FBI Director James Comey's testimony before a Senate panel, all scheduled for Thursday.
"I think there's a lot of anxiety ahead of Thursday's events," said Alfonso Esparza, senior currency analyst at Oanda in Toronto.
The US dollar was down 0.92 per cent against the yen at 109.43 yen, having broken below its 200-day moving average to touch 109.23 yen, its lowest since April 21.
"It's safe-haven (demand) as well as the technical break that's driving dollar-yen," said Brad Bechtel, managing director FX at Jefferies in New York.
Mr Comey, fired by President Donald Trump in May, will be grilled by the Senate Intelligence Committee on whether Mr Trump tried to get him to back off an investigation of alleged ties between his 2016 campaign and Russia.
Worries about the situation have added to market doubts over the Trump administration's ability to deliver a promised boost to growth and recently weighed on the US dollar.
The greenback could weaken to as low as 106 yen ahead of Thursday's testimony, Mr Esparza said. The US dollar index, which tracks the greenback against six major rivals, was down 0.24 per cent at 96.567.
The euro was up 0.2 per cent against the US dollar to US$1.1275. The common currency has gained in recent weeks on various factors, including an ebb in French political concerns and upbeat euro zone data.
However, complacency that the ECB will be less dovish has left the euro vulnerable to disappointment if the central bank does not satisfy those expectations, analysts said.
With two days to go until Britain holds a national election, the pound saw choppy trading as opinion polls have shown that Prime Minister Theresa May's lead over the opposition Labor party has ebbed over the last three weeks.
Sterling was down 0.05 per cent against the greenback after falling to as low as US$1.2873 earlier in the session.
Mexico's peso extended gains to a second straight day after the US and Mexican governments reached a new agreement to significantly shift their sugar trade mix.


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Breathtakingly beautiful, but beware: she is no wallflower. Wisterian Grove is for the woman who lives in full dazzling colour and will stand up for herself when picked on, leaving all those who cross her with nothing left to say.
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BEIJING – (October 25, 2012) – Christie® and its Chinese partner, Wincomn Technology, revived the glory of the Song Dynasty in ancient China through the superb projection of multimedia contents for the performance of Romance of Song Dynasty at the Grand Theater of Hangzhou Park.
Hangzhou Park is a dedicated theme park in eastern China. Its Grand Theater houses live stage performances such as "Romance of Song Dynasty," which brings historical stories to life in spectacular choreographed dance. The performance inspires audiences with high-tech multimedia effects to create a dream-like fairyland. The artistic presentation of "Romance of Song Dynasty" won the National Five-one Projects Award and the Lotus Award, the most acclaimed national award for dance performance in China. Six 20,000 ANSI lumen Christie Roadster S+20K 3-chip DLP® projectors display three scenes on the grand drape, the artificial rock mountain on both sides of the stage and the center stage. A seventh Christie Roadster S+20K is used in the Water Park for the water show.
"Hangzhou Park has deployed seven Christie projectors in our Grand Theater and Water Park," said Dawei Cao, project manager, Wincomn Technology. "We used to rely on LED for similar projection. Our choice of Christie projectors for the multimedia contents proves to be rewarding as it enhances the artistic presentation of the live performance by adding an element of dynamism to the static props as well as the moving dancers on the stage."
"It's been fruitful to work with Hangzhou Park and Christie to put the story of Song Dynasty on stage. As the show commences, the position, area and distance of the projection vary from time to time with many changes in the multimedia contents. These challenges form the basis of projector selection for Hangzhou Park," observed Yingjun Yang, Deputy General Manager, Wincomn Technology. "We have worked closely with Christie for more than four years on some of the largest projection in China including the Qingming Shanghe Tu, an animated art scroll depicting the river life in the Song Dynasty during the Expo event in Shanghai in 2010. With our confidence in Christie projectors, we know the Christie Roadster S+20K will rise to the challenges with its 4.1-6.9:1 zoom lens, enabling it to zoom in swiftly and flexibly. We also overcame tedious image transition with the help of a professional media server and light control panel."
"It takes great perseverance for the Hangzhou Park to revive the glory of Song Dynasty. From costume, prop, choreography to projection, every detail counts towards the success of the performance. We are indeed honored to be selected as a visual display partner in this project to depict the ancient China in Song Dynasty," said Lin Yu, vice president, Christie Asia Pacific. "Christie prides itself as a market leader in the visual display solutions market by developing and introducing projectors of excellent performance, high reliability and flexibility. We further address the market needs by working closely with our partners and the end-users to customize a solution best suited for their applications. For Hangzhou Park, we are pleased that Christie Roadster S+20K projectors far exceed the expectation of Wincomn Technology, Hangzhou Park and, most importantly, the audiences."
About Christie
Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., Japan, (JP:6925), is a leader in visual solutions for world-class organizations, offering diverse applications for business, entertainment, and industry. A leading innovator in film projection since 1929 and a pioneer in digital projection systems since 1979, Christie has established a global reputation as a total service provider and the world's single source manufacturer of a variety of display technologies and solutions. With the acquisition of Vista Controls Systems, Corp., Christie offers the most complete and advanced solutions for cinema, live venues, control rooms, business presentations, training facilities, 3D and Virtual Reality, simulation and education as well as industrial and government environments. For more information, visit www.christiedigital.com.
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Last week I had the opportunity to attend the West Coast Launch Party for Zara Terez Handbags. In fact, this was my first official event since I myself have moved to the West Coast. As I pulled up to the Mondrian Hotel on Sunset Blvd I was beyond excited. Representing Purse Blog, I was invited up to the Penthouse for a private pre-party where I got to meet the talented and gorgeous Zara.
Walking into the penthouse, my eye didn't know where to look first: at the gorgeous LA skyline or at the table full of handbags and accessories. Luckily the way the room was set up, I could do both. I perused the table of handbags and found countless pieces I wanted to make mine.
Zara's handbags are statement pieces, bags that will turn heads, receive comments and complete your outfit. Each bag boasts intricate detailing and clear thought and consideration when finalizing the bag.
Slowly but surely various publicists, stylists, models and celebs also began trickling into the private pre-party. More than anything I was beyond eager to sit back and watch other people's reactions. I watched how each person eyed the bags and accessories, how some gravitated to a particular bag while others went towards a completely different look. Yet each person had one thing in common, they found a bag that they loved, not liked, but LOVED. I have to say I was right there with them.
As the pre-party wrapped up, we all headed to the super posh Sky Bar for the rest of the event. Paparazzi snapped images and grabbed film as everyone filtered into the party. Another fabulous feature had to be the encased Zara Terez handbags that adorned the party area. Lights hit the bags perfectly and continued to catch not only my eye but the eye of almost every other party goer in attendance.
I am honored that I had the opportunity to attend the event, meet the designer AND introduce this fabulous line of handbags to all of our readers. The images below are just some of the many in attendance. Make sure to check out Zara's handbags and let us know what you think!
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The pit bull had a rough start to life, but is now a perfect pet
For every pet living with a happy family, there is an animal in a shelter waiting to find a loving home. Today we'd like you to meet Ruthie, a stray, loving pit bull pup we met through Adopt-a-Pet.com.
Two-year-old Ruthie was found roaming the streets by staffers at Austin Dog Rescue. She had nerve damage in her back – possibly from a car accident – but surprisingly, was otherwise happy. "She can still walk, run and play," Joyce Martin, executive director of Austin Dog Rescue, tells PEOPLEPets.com. "She adores her daily walks, is perfect on leash and extremely well behaved."
Because of her nerve damage, Ruthie does have some problems controlling her bladder and requires doggie diapers. But she "promises it's not that big of a deal and will love you even more for it," Martin says. The 45-lb. pooch has "nice greeting manners," loves dogs, kids and cats, and is hoping to have four-legged friends in her new home. "She is a very gentle, low energy girl," Martin says. Ruthie is vaccinated, spayed and microchipped.
Austin Dog Rescue began in Texas in 2007. The all-volunteer operation relies on foster families to care for homeless dogs rescued from smaller shelters throughout the central Texas area. The organization depends heavily on donations to continue its rescue operations, so visit its website to learn how you can help.
Adopt-a-Pet.com is a non-profit that lets shelters, humane societies, SPCAs, pet rescue groups and pet adoption agencies advertise their homeless pets to adopters for free.
Meet more adoptable animals on PEOPLEPets.com:
Adopt Me! Recovering from a Snowplow Accident, Dino is Ready for a Home
Adopt Me! Pickles is One Sweet Doggie


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The Sony PS4 500GB Uncharted bundle is on sale for $249.99 on Black Friday. Here are the PS4 deals that save more than Sony's Black Friday offer.
Sony cut the price of the Sony PS4 Slim 500GB Uncharted 4 Bundle by $50 for Black Friday. Shoppers in the market for a Sony PS4 console can find a better deal in Black Friday sales available on Thanksgiving Day. The addition deals include gift cards, store credit and bonus games.
The best Sony PS4 Black Friday deal depends on consumers store affinity. Kohl's members get a whopping $75 Kohl's cash with the purchase of the Sony PS4. This effectively brings down the cost to $175 of the PS4 Bundle. Target RedCard holders can take off 15% off the $249.99 PS4 Black Friday price. Target's PS4 deal comes down to $212.49.
Walmart's $30 gift card deal with the PS4 is only available in stores. Find below the list of Sony PS4 Black Friday deals that are extra. The list also includes Amazon's basic $249 offer, in case the other deals sell out.
$249.99 Sony PS4 Slim Uncharted 4 Bundle 15% off RedCard - Target
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$249.99 Sony PS4 Slim Uncharted 4 Bundle w/ $75 Kohl's Cash - Kohl's
$249.99 Sony PS4 Slim Uncharted 4 Bundle - Amazon
$249 Sony PS4 Slim Uncharted 4 Bundle w/ $30 Gift Card - Walmart Stores Only
$279.99 Sony PS4 Uncharted 4 Bundle w/ NBA 2K17 & $25 Gift Card - Dell Cyber Monday
Dell has the best Xbox One S Deal on Black Friday and will have the best Sony PS4 deal on Cyber Monday.
The big Black Friday 2016 sales are live online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target, Best Buy and Samsclub.com. Find all sales in this list of live Black Friday sales.
The Black Friday Deals Tracker helps deal hunters to quickly find the Black Friday 2016 deals on sale right now online. New this year is the Amazon Black Friday 2016 Deals Tracker. The Amazon Black Friday 2016 sale is the biggest sale to find Black Friday deals.
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There are several special Black Friday events coming up starting Friday Nov. 18 and ending when Cyber Monday sales begin. The Black Friday 2016 Online Sale schedule gives a quick overview which sales are coming up. The Black Friday 2016 Store Hour Schedule helps Black Friday shoppers to plan their trip to the mall. The store opening times are important to find when it is time to line-up for Black Friday doorbuster deals.
The big five Black Friday 2016 ads are released along with over 75 Black Friday 2016 Ads. Amazon, Walmart, Target and Best Buy published their highly anticipated Black Friday 2016 ads. We have compiled everything you need to know about Black Friday 2016 in our Black Friday 2016 guide. Read the latest Black Friday 2016 news.


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Uxbridge Business Park — from a portfolio of
assets owned by the Arlington Business Parks Partnership
(ABBP) fund, which was launched in 2003 as a joint venture
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early investor in ABBP, which Goodman and L&G are now
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Colorado Observatory
The Meyer-Womble Observatory sits atop of Mt. Evans -14,265ft overlooking Denver, Co which is 8,985 ft below
Night sky over Loveland Pass
A beautiful Frozen waterfall above Crestone, Colorado.
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Loveland Pass and the milky way
Denver's city glow can be seen behind the mountains on the left. Also, a crescent setting moon is backlighting the mountains on the right.


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NEW LONDON, Conn.-Junior Matt Redfield recorded a double-double as MIT defeated Coast Guard, 45-37, in a New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference men's basketball game on Saturday afternoon. MIT improves to 15-6 (6-4 NEWMAC) while Coast Guard falls to 5-16 (2-8 NEWMAC) on the year.
Redfield finished with game-highs of 10 points and 13 rebounds to lead three Engineers in double-figures. Sophomores Justin Pedley and Ryan Frankel each finished the game with 10 points for MIT with Frankel adding a team-high four assists.
Scoring was at a premium throughout as MIT went into halftime with just a 15-14 lead as neither team could score a point in the final 6:10 of the first half.
Coast Guard finally broke the scoring drought at the 17:51 mark of the second half as freshman Jordan Lachowsky buried a three-pointer. Sophomore Ricky Rodriguez would knock down a trifecta of his own on the next possession to give the Bears a 20-15 lead with 16:53 to play.
Freshman Tim Butala got MIT on the right track by hitting a jumper to cut the deficit to 20-17 with 16:26 to play, ending a stretch of 11:09 spanning both halves, without a point for MIT. Including that point, MIT would go on a 19-6 spurt over the next 16:12 to take a commanding 34-26 lead with just 3:14 to play.
Sophomore Kevin Alvarez led Coast Guard with 10 points, his fourth consecutive game scoring at least 10 points.
Senior Devonte Weems scored three points while leading the Bears with eight rebounds and four assists.
Coast Guard limited MIT junior Andrew Acker to just seven points and four rebounds in 19 minutes of action after finding himself in foul trouble for most of the game. The 37 points scored by Coast Guard were their fewest since a 68-33 loss to Conn. College in December of 2012.
Before the game, Coast Guard's three seniors – Weems, John Benedict, and Kevin Sowers – were honored for their contributions to the program over the past four years..
Coast Guard returns to action on Wednesday, February 12th when they host Emerson at 5:30 pm.


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Within the last decade, Switzerland has already made two pushes towards the legalization of cannabis in the country. The latest one was conducted in April.
Last month, a new initiative was introduced. It focuses on the legalization of the consumption and production of the plant for personal use. The initiative also suggests that the regulation of sales should be carried out by the government.
The country has already decriminalized the drug and relaxed the laws and criminal penalties associated with it. Nowadays, for carrying 10 grams of weed or less, you will get a fine of 100 francs (about $100).
Back in 2008, the proposal to make the drug legal failed. However, there is one major difference in the new initiative. The new proposal suggests that the taxes from the sales should go to the government. In addition, the new initiative implies that marijuana will remain illegal for minors. Surprisingly, this idea was not included the previous time.
The member of the Legalize It group, Nine Forrer, states that the ban on cannabis is wrong both from the social and legal perspectives. Besides, he strongly believes that it is stupid from the economic point of view as well. In addition, the legalization of cannabis would help curtail the black market.
Right now, the government of Switzerland is considering a trial program to allow the state-controlled sales of the herb in several cities and selected pharmacies. Such cities as Bern, Geneva, Basel, and Zurich agreed to participate in the trial and launch special cannabis clubs that would sell the plant.


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Advertisement fail: THE BABY WILL EAT YOUR SOUL!!!!
Posted by Lissa on September 6, 2012
Posted by Lissa on September 6, 2012
Oh. My. God.
I've often thought that being a social worker would wear away at your soul, bit I didn't realize it would be forcibly extracted, offered to Beelzebub Baby and used as a teething toy.
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That's truly scary. Someone was paid for several hours of graphic design work on that image, and someone else approved it. And then paid to display it somewhere. Ummm, wha?
Where the hell was this ad published, in Fangoria magazine? Hysterical.


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Welcome to my little corner of the internet. This site is a collection of sporadically updated and barely connected bits and bobs that have built up over time.
Half the time, it'll be out of date and the other half, I'll probably have forgotten to pay for hosting. If you're reading this, you've likely been lucky enough to come in the former.
Day-to-day, I'm the Head of Marketing at Monzo, trying to fix the broken banking system. Before that, I worked with St. Andrews Refugee Services in Cairo, Egypt, trying to fix an even more broken system.


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Morthad is a village and a mandal in Andhra Pradesh. It is situated in the Nizamabad district, which is the second-least populous district in Andhra Pradesh. Morthad belongs to the controversial Telangana region and has 17 other villages under its mandal. The nearest major city to Morthad is Nizamabad (49 km) and Karimnagar (122 km). Morthad is an agrarian and localized economy.
Places to Stay
Although there are no hotels in Morthad, there are a few budget hotels in neighbouring east Godavari district. They are: GVS Residency (Tariff – Rs. 501), Suryanarayana Murthy Hotel (Tariff – Rs. 501) and Gayatri Inn (Tariff – Rs. 1000).
The official language of Morthad is Telugu. A smattering of English is spoken here in the schools.
The important festivals celebrated in Morthad are Deepavali, Dussehra, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Ramzan.
Places of Interest
There are several places of tourist attraction in and around Morthad. Pochampad Dam (49 km) which is on the Hyderabad- Nizamsagar Road and Ali Sagar reservoir (62 km)-a beautiful picnic spot, are some places to visit. There are many forts in the area as well temples of religious interest that can be explored here.
How to Get There
The nearest airport to Morthad is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad (198 km).
Morthad is connected via Nizamabad Railway station to the rest of Andhra Pradesh and beyond.
There are daily bus services to Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and other destinations in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. The best bus operator that offers good experience for passengers is Orange Tours and Travels. Bus booking online facility enables travellers to get to popular destinations without any hassle.


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OT: "Mark of the Beast" [US Patent 5,878,155]greenspun.com : LUSENET : TimeBomb 2000 (Y2000) : One Thread
To begin with (especially for those who may be stumbling onto this forum for the first time), Y2K is not a religious issue, nor is TB2000 a religious forum - hence, I have labelled this post as "Off Topic" [OT].
I have read a few Christian commentaries of how Y2K might pave the way for a "Mark of the Beast" scenario - the "mark" being part of a mandatory universal economic protocol whereby future business is to be carried out. (For those who may not be familiar with the scenarios, they are found toward the end of Revelation 13 in the Bible and include the reference to the infamous '666').
Some, such as Dr. Carl Sanders, have actually worked on the development of human-implantable biochips to this end. Sanders' team determined that the most appropriate insertion for these implants would be in the right hand or forehead where human body temperature variances are more pronounced - the chips are powered via temperature variance. Do a websearch if interested.
Since 1976, however, I have heard rumors to the effect that the mark might be some sort of invisible laser-engraved barcode. I excerpt here from United States Patent 5,878,155 directly from the < href="http://www.uspto.gov/patft/index.html">USPTO Web Patent Database (i.e. this is not a hoax) as food for thought.
Please contact me @ email@example.com if you have any additional info concerning this topic. [My PGP Key]
My opinion? Like Y2K, I don't know, but I think it could be bad . .
United States Patent 5,878,155 (March 2, 1999)
Method for verifying human identity during electronic sale transactions
A method is presented for facilitating sales transactions by electronic media. A bar code or a design is tattooed on an individual. Before the sales transaction can be consummated, the tattoo is scanned with a scanner. Characteristics about the scanned tattoo are compared to characteristics about other tattoos stored on a computer database in order to verify the identity of the buyer. Once verified, the seller may be authorized to debit the buyer's electronic bank account in order to consummate the transaction. The seller's electronic bank account may be similarly updated.
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to the identification of humans. More particularly, the present invention relates to the application of invisible, indelible tattoos on humans for purposes of identification in order to conduct monetary and credit transactions in a secure manner.
2. Description of the Related Art
The advent of computer networks, particularly computer networks owned by financial institutions, has created the ability to conduct point-sale transactions in unforseen ways. While credit cards have been in use for many years, new forms of cards are appearing that take the place of paper money. This new form of cash, commonly called "e-money," is placed onto a card with a magnetic strip, much like a credit card. Unfortunately, as with credit cards, e-money can be stolen. However, unlike credit cards, e-money can be used by the thief with relative impunity because e-money, as with regular cash, is not registered as "owned" by anyone.
In order to facilitate the identification of humans, governments have issued cards and papers with the names and photographs of the person to which the card or paper is issued. An example of such a card or paper is the common drivers license or passport. However, as with credit cards and e-money, the drivers license or passport can be lost or stolen. In addition, phoney identification cards can be made by unscrupulous individuals. There are, however, systems for verifying use of a credit or identification card. Such a system is described in U.S. Pat. No. 5,513,272 to Bogosian, herein incorporated by reference for all purposes. The Bogosian system uses fingerprint and voice print matching to verify the identity of the card holder. Unfortunately, this dual matching is subject to problems, particularly when the card holder has a cold or other respiratory infection that affects speech patterns.
There have been other methods to permanently identify humans. During the holocaust, the Nazis tattooed the arms of Jews with a unique identifying number. On an episode of the "X-FILES," a fictional television program on the FOX television network, a human was abducted by aliens who conducted experiments on the abductee. In order to permanently tag the abductee, the aliens etched a unique bar code onto one of the abductee's teeth. Neither of these methods is practical for marking humans for electronic sale transaction purposes. First, social conscience dictates that any permanent marking of humans not be conspicuous, such as a visible numbering on an arm like the holocaust victims. Second, the bar code must be long enough, large enough, and accessible enough to make the transaction efficient. Thus bar codes on teeth would not be practical because of the limited size of the teeth and the embarrassment caused by sales personnel placing scanning equipment in a customer's mouth.
There is, therefore, a need in the art for verifying the identity of humans by electronic means that facilitates the transaction of sales, particularly e-money, through computer networks. It is an object of the present invention to overcome problems in the prior art.
The present invention solves the problems inherent in the prior art. A unique bar code or a unique design is tattooed with invisible ink on an individual. The tattoo can be either temporary or permanent and can be on any convenient portion of the person's anatomy, preferably the forearm. When the individual desires to make a sales transaction, the tattoo is scanned with a scanner. Characteristics about the tattoo are then compared to characteristics about other tattoos stored on a computer database. If the scanned characteristics match those on the database, then the person is identified and the seller will be authorized to debit the buyer's electronic bank account (assuming the buyer has sufficient funds). Unlike credit cards or identity papers, a tattoo cannot be easily lost or stolen.
FIG. 1 shows a tattoo on a human forearm of the identification system of the present invention,
FIG. 2 shows a scanner scanning a tattoo of the identification system of the present invention,
FIG. 3 shows a computer network of the identification system of the present invention, and
FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating a method of operation of the present invention.
As shown in FIG. 1, a tattoo 20 is applied to an appendage 30 of the wearer 15. In the preferred embodiment, an invisible, indelible ink would be used. A suitable ink would be "INVISIBLE SKIN MARKING INK #743" which is manufactured by Sirchie Finger Print Laboratories, 100 Hunter Place, Youngsville, N.C.
The tattoo 20 itself can be of any convenient shape or size. The invention works best when the tattoo is unique because no other means of identification are necessary. Although an invisible ink could be used, the invention would work equally well with a tattoo that is visible to the human eye.
In such an instance, a decorative design tattoo may be preferred by the wearer 15. Although in the preferred embodiment the tattoo 20 is permanent, the invention would work equally well with a temporary tattoo that made with removable ink. Furthermore, if the individual 15 does not wish to wear the tattoo 20, he or she may have the design or bar code placed on another medium, such as the skin adhesive material used for securing EKG leads. Suitable skin adhesive material is made by the Bard Parker Company. The tattoo 20 is placed on the skin adhesive material which, in turn, is placed on the wearer 15.
Aside from tattoos, the present invention also comprises a computer network 100 as shown in FIG. 3. Tattoo 20 characteristics are stored with the wearer's name, address, etc. in the identity database 50. Financial information about the wearer 15 is stored in a financial information database 60 that is part of the network 100. If necessary, the characteristics of the tattoo 20 can be combined with the financial information in the financial database 60, eliminating the need for a separate identity database 50 and allow the wearer 15 to remain anonymous during a commercial transaction. A suitable storage medium for the identity database 50 and the financial database 60 is a common tape drive or a hard disk drive. One or more scanners 40, and one or more central processing units (CPU) 80 are also attached to the network 100. The CPU 80 is used to compare scanned tattoo 20 characteristics with the tattoo 20 characteristics stored in the identity database 50. A suitable CPU is a microprocessor such as the "PENTIUM" made by Intel Corporation. If the tattoo 20 is visible to the naked eye, then any common scanner is suitable for the present invention. If invisible ink is used for the tattoo 20, then a scanner capable of emitting Type A ultraviolet light (UV-A) must be used. Under UV-A, the "invisible" tattoo appears as a brilliant white with human skin appearing as dark, providing a useful contrast for scanning purposes. However, standard scanners are designed to detect dark markings on a light background. For the scanner to read a "negative" bar-code, outside light must be minimized. Fortunately, these low-light conditions can be obtained easily by using an opaque covering on the scanning device.
The characteristics of the tattoo 20 can be combined with the wearer's fingerprint characteristics as well as the wearer's name, address, social security number, and any other desired information and stored on the identity database 50 as shown in FIG. 3. The name of the wearer/purchaser's financial institution, as well as current account information, are stored in the financial database 60. Once the wearer 15 has deposited sufficient funds with the financial institution, and once the identity database 50 and the financial database 60 are updated, the wearer 15 is able to conduct electronic sales transactions. After a tattoo 20 has been placed onto an appendage 30 of the wearer 15 as shown in FIG. 1, the wearer 15 is ready to practice the present invention.
All of the scanners 40, CPUs 80, as well as the identity database 50 and financial database 60 are linked together by a common databus 70 to form the network 100 as shown in FIG. 3.
The preferred method of operation, as shown in FIG. 4, is as follows:
In step 200 of FIG. 4, the purchaser selects an item for sale and initiates the sales transaction. In step 210, after the purchaser has made his/her selection, the seller's agent first scans the bar code on the article being sold in order to load information about the article and the seller for inventory and cost purposes. Next, in step 220, the tattoo 20 is scanned by scanner 40 as shown in FIG. 2. If additional identification is deemed necessary, the wearer's fingerprints may also be scanned. In step 230 of FIG. 4, the scanner 40 digitizes the image of the tattoo 20 and the purchase-cost/seller-identity information.
The scanned characteristics about the tattoo 20 and the purchase/seller information are is sent (or in computer parlance "written") from the scanner 40 to the CPU 80 via network databus 70 as shown in step 240 of FIG. 4. The CPU 80 then searches the identity database 50 for stored characteristics about tattoos in step 270. In step 250, the CPU accesses the stored characteristics of tattoos found in the identity database 50 and then compares them to the scanned characteristics of the tattoo 20. In step 260, it is determined whether or not the scanned characteristics match the stored characteristics stored in the identity database 50. If a match does not occur, step 270 and step 250 are repeated until a match is found or the scanned characteristics have been compared to all of the available stored characteristics in the identity database 50. If a match is never found, the sales transaction can be canceled. However, if a match is found, the identity of the wearer 15 can be provided to the seller because the purchaser's identity is linked to the stored characteristics of the tattoo 20 stored in the identity database 50 as shown in step 280 of FIG. 4. The seller, or, in the alternative, the simple matching and consequent identity verification, can trigger CPU 80 to query the financial database 60 to determine if the wearer 15 has sufficient funds to consummate the sales transaction as shown in step 290 of FIG. 4. If the data in the financial database 60 confirms that the wearer 15 has sufficient funds (step 300), then the sales transaction can be consummated. If the purchaser does not have sufficient funds, the seller can be so notified in step 310. Once the sale is consummated, the CPU 80 can be instructed to modify the wearer's 15 account information in the financial database 60 to reflect the results of the sales transaction as shown in step 320 of FIG. 4. Finally, the seller's account information on the financial database 60 can also be modified to reflect the results of the sales transaction as shown in step 330 of FIG. 4.
The forgoing is a description of the arrangement and the operation of an embodiment of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is considered to include the described embodiment together with others obvious to those skilled in the art.
-- Zach Anderson (email@example.com), October 04, 1999
To the top of New Answers.
(Meanwhile, I'm going to take cover. I'll bet $6.66 that this thread is going to be furiously debated, receive at least 100 replies, and last for 2 weeks....)
-- King of Spain (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
I'm not replying.
-- Dog Gone (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
there is NO WAY IN HELL I would ever accept such an implant, EVER!! I will not sell my soul, even if starving. I will fight this to the bitter end, even if I die refusing! ALL TRUE Americans have a duty to fight this EVIL!!
-- Crono (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
I'll bet you dollars to doughnuts that this is a sick joke.
There was a similar hoax posted here a while ago. The inventor had to come clean when people started taking it seriously.
-- kermit (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Following technology & identification laws to their logical conclusion the implementation of this type of I.D. in conjunction with a cashless society will only be a matter of time.
Maybe not in our lifetimes.
Teach your children.
The words of the prophets are written on the subway walls.
-- Prophetess (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
If this is a hoax, someone's gone to a *lot* of trouble. The link above does appear to take you to a .gov address. However ominous it sounds, though, I refuse to worry about it until after 2000-01-01, at which time a certain computer SNAFU may make the whole point moot. (I feel the same way about learning html and how to properly use the net).
-- T the C (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
this is absolutely silly. with fingerprints and irises why would there be a need for a tattoo? the technology for identifying individuals via their unique god given marks is already in place and being utilized. this my dears is a bunch of hooey.
-- corine l (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
No, it's not a hoax! First go to US Patent Office website at:
http://www.uspto.gov/patft/index.html Then click on the "Full-Text Database" "Patent Number Search", which will take you to:
http://22.214.171.124/netahtml/srchnum.htm Then type in the patent number:
5,878,155 Then click on the supplied link to the actual patent documents. I don't like it any more than anyone else, but let's try not to do the ostrich thing here. My apologies for the link foulup in the original post.
-- Zach Anderson (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
No no, you got it all wrong. Bill Gates is the Antichrist and the Internet is the way he puts his mark on us. Basically, we will reach a certain point in our society where we will have to use the Internet to get the things we need to survive. This is the way the devil will ultimately gain control of all of us.
"He also forced everyone, small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on his right hand (windows mouse) or on his forehead (monitor), so that no one could buy or sell unless he had the mark (windows), which is the name of the beast or the number of his name. This calls for wisdom. If anyone has insight, let him calculate the number of the beast, for it is man's number. His number is 666." (if you add up the ascii code value for Bill Gates III it equals 666) Revelation 13:16-18.
more details
-- @ (@@@.@), October 04, 1999.
It's not that difficult. Go to the US Patent and Tradmark Office website, here: http://www.uspto.gov/, hit the button on the left that says Patents, on the next page, click the link that says "Search US Patent Databases" and then the "Patent Number Search" link. Type or paste 5,878,155 into the query field, and
You be the judge of whether or not the Patent Office awards patents to hoaxes.
-- (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Your vet sells implantable chips for your dog; clearly,the technology is already there. I have it from a good source that the two young princes in the UK already have these chips implanted for their own safety.
-- Ann m. (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
The last name of the guy that applied for the patent is Heeter! as in Heater, as in Hot, as in Hell?!
Just an observation.
-- DOC (DOC@...), October 04, 1999.
This technology is for real folks. I have personally tracked the "mark of the beast" technology for the last several years. WorldNetDaily.com broke this story recently about the invisible ink tattoo. What most Y2K'ers don't realize is that Revelations proves that technology continues to exists after the year 2000. In order for the mark to work, it requires world wide communications to function. We may go through a downturn for a short while with communication networks and technology, but to have world wide economic control at the individual level (a.k.a mark of the beast) computers, networks, satellites, etc., will be functioning to support this.
Furthermore, this technology is not just futurist stuff. This stuff is already being used by many different companies (Hughs Aircraft, Allied Signal, etc.). Very few people accept the logical outcome of this because it frightens them so much. It is my guess from my research that we will have the mark of the beast in less then five years, probably more like two short years from today. A number of celebrity types have already had the mark implanted in their bodies. The military has been testing this technology for several years. It's here folks - better plan on figuring a way around it.
This is exactly what I have been hinting about in my posts. Y2K is not the real issue and never was. It is the cashless society and the rise of the antichrist that is hidden in the smoke behind Y2K.
-- Ray (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Current article from PC/Computing magazine:
-- Elbow Grease (LBO firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
The government has many of us on its lists. It's time we started keeping our own lists -- not only of government a*holes, but "private" a*holes people like inventors of stuff like that.
-- A (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
I think you are right on the money with this one. Y2K is the first event in history that could bring in a cashless society. IT is the first globle link world wide that pulls all mankind together. I feel A.C. will come out of the E.U.Spain,Austria maybe? Due to their bloodline link to De Bouillon 1099A.D. (Knights Templar)Liberator of Jerusalem. Since Israel became a state in 1948 and regained control of Jerusalem in 1967 Matt.24 takes on a lot more meaning for the generation that see's all these things vs. 33. Most generations in the word last around 40 years. 1967+40=2007 less 7years of trib. is 2000 hummmm. Now factor in the peace talks in the middle-east, maybe Daniel 9:27 is almost here. Food for thought.
-- (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
R.Wells: I am coming out from under cover just long enough to ask you to PLEASE keep Spain out of your wacko delusions. And everyone else, too.
Thank you very much. And do I have any takers on my $6.66 bet?
-- King of Spain (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Actually.... from MY experience, the fact that "someone" has patented this "process" could very well PREVENT this from ever being used.
Example: a while back, I read a story about someone who patented: "process for keeping a severed human head alive" or something to that effect. (sorry no URL, I might find it if you really pester me...)
He actually patented the process. He did NOT have to demonstrate that it worked. He just made it broad enough that anyone attempting to do this in any type of public forum or large institution would have to "license" this process from him.
And he had no plans of licensing it. He did all this in the hopes of PREVENTING anyone ELSE from patenting the process (which he found repugnant) and profiting from it.
So a patent can be used to delay technology as well.
Also- a patent really isn't any good unless the person patenting it plans to market or/license the process.
If Mr. Heeter ( the one taking out this patent) expects companies to beat down his door and throw money at him, he will be very disappointed. A company would rather spend $100,000 to figure out a way around your patent than to pay you $10,000 to use it.
If they can't get around it, they will sit on their hands until it expires.
A good example of this is a patent for a safty device for escalators, basically a plastic shim that allows the steps to ride flush with the wall leaving no gap for clothing or feet to get caught in (this is apparently a problem and has been for some years, but it doesn't really show up in the news much).
The inventor was on 60 minutes or something and talking about how ALL the escalator companies have completely ignored his patent, despite continuing accidents. they are all (there are only a few companies) waiting for the patent to EXPIRE. I think the patent for this is set to expire in a year or two. Then they can use it for free and tout this "great new safety device" that "just became available".
I think this guy has sufficiently covered his bases to help DELAY this technology from being used. That "might" be why he did it.....interesting? no?
-- plonk! (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Although the post is really about the tattoing technology, I tend to agree with many of the posters so far that the "mark of the beast" warnings seem more suited to the implants (patents such as awarded to Dr. Daniel Man).
I recently heard a radio broadcast by a man named Michael Bunker and, if you have RealPlayer G2 (www.real.com - the free download is well worth it), you can hear the series on the web. It deals with the tracking of citizens thru implanted chips and several other ominous topics. Here are the links (about 28 minutes each, but G2 gets you instant streaming, so no massive download to your hard drive is required):
Iridium Satellite System <LIVE> (Aired: 04-23-99) Part 1
Iridium Satellite System <LIVE> (Aired: 04-26-99) Part 2
Iridium Satellite System <LIVE> (Aired: 04-27-99) Part 3
Iridium Satellite System <LIVE> (Aired: 04-28-99) Part 4
Now, be forewarned that each of these recordings has a religious intro, so if you're some kind of total atheist or something, feel free to skip forward about 2 or 3 minutes into each broadcast. The meat of Bunker's discussion is pure technology - and I believe he not only has done his homework well, but the way the information fell into his hands is suggestive of divine providence in my opinion.
-- Zach Anderson (email@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Once again folks, letting the Bible interpret itself, and not our own impressions, the mark of the Beast of Revelation is:
A System of ideology and religious governance.
Biblical symbology of "Right Hand" is action. God often uses "right hand" to symbolize importance, stature and execution of His will. God said that "Assyria is the sword of My right hand against My people" when he used them to take Israel into Northern Captivity.
Biblical symbology of "Forehead" (Both Hebrew and Greek) is "Thinking" or "thought". God in the Old Testament charged His people to train-up their children so that His laws would be a frontlet upon their foreheads...or that the laws of God would be continually on the child's mind.
Receiving the "mark" of the Beast, is to embrace the ideology of this new system, its religion and to work under it to profit, to propagate the system and to have a living.
Satan is the ultimate deceiver and countefitter. He has religionists looking for physical evidence of this mark, when a "mark" in scripture is also a "sign" or invisible spiritual imprint to God. Satan has us all looking for physical marks to eschew, when the mark is manifest in our belief-systems and our actions.
The only difference with the beast we worship now, and the Beast of Revelation is the singular global unity of the Western world into accepting and promoting this new Beast in all that is done.
I don't think anyone would willingly allow 666 to be carved into their skulls and hands unless they are Acid Metalheads....
...Rock on.
-- INVAR (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
my patents are there...
4,253,377 and 4,222,308
[no drawings though...]
-- Perry Arnett (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 04, 1999.
Yeah, it is a real patent. Written by a Patent Lawyer...who knows the real rule is...
-- K. Stevens (kstevens@ It's ALL going away in January.com), October 05, 1999.
(1) With the implanted microchip, you can also monitor location (within a suitable network of sensors). Very useful for locating someone in a large installation. Hillary would probably like that arrangement for Bill...
(2) Just read that one German company is starting to use fingerprint scanner for Internet commerce. That or retina scan should be sufficient for normal identification purposes...
(3) If fingerprint or retina scan is sufficient to identify individuals, why have more information? Obviously, because simple ID isn't enough...that someone needs to encode additional information (education, skills, political opinions, religion, "privileges," etc.).
-- Mad Monk (email@example.com), October 05, 1999.
INVAR said it all; embrace the idealogy of today's churches with their varying degrees of apostacy and you wear the mark. The six- hundred-threescore-and six is the obsolete Greek letter called kizi- stigma, and appears as a "cross" (which you are warned against at the end of Hebrews 5 and beginning of Hebrews 6). Christ was hung on a "stauros" in the Greek, a pole. The cross symbolizes the solar wheel of sun worship, brought into the church in 342 A.D. by Constantine's mother, Helena, a true pagan sun worshipper if ever there was such. Would anyone be deceived by anything so blatant as a tattoo or microchip? Terry Cook has been pedaling this type of trot for years to the paranoid "so-called" Christians. Let us reason together...
-- Patrick McHnery (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
Better start stocking up BIG TIME... 7 years worth as I reckon.
-- Homeschooling Grandma (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
Will acknowledge that I'm not a learned Bible scholar nor am I able to completely comprehend Revelations, but believe this is one area that I don't need to worry. The mark of the beast will only be given to non-Christians, and since my heart has been given to God I won't be receiving the mark. Now, wish I could stop worrying about protecting my family and how much more I need to do to get ready physically for things to come. Need some comic relief, laughter is good for the soul!
-- claurann (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
I think you better reread...all will have to make a choice. It will separate the wheat from the chaf.......no pretrib for me...
ps Invar..7th day adventist? better look up the hebrew word for mark....it means an actual mark.
-- More Dinty Moore (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
Wake up people your social security number is the mark of the beast.
-- Daryll (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
More Dinty Moore
Are you PRE-WRATH as it relates to the rapture of the church body?
Everyone needs to see what we are promised it's not pre., mid.,or post rapture, But prewrath see 1 Thess.5:9 and Romans 5:9. The mark is a physical mark, not some acceptance with the mind as it relates to the goverments social security number,or a computer monitor or mouse as mentioned above. Just as the army of Alexander the great took is mark to show who they served, so the antichrist will demand the same. 666 physically to be on the forehead or right hand. Yes, it may be in the form of chiping (microchips under the skin) which of course would include GPS for tracking you. One last thought for all to consider. After reading Revelation chapters 6 and 7, carefully note which of the seals is said to be GOD'S (The 7th ) Which means the previous 6 seals are just the fallout on all who live on the earth which is governed by fallen man. Pay close attention to what occurs when the 5th seal is opened. Brothers and sisters in the lord are being persecuted even now, not by the lord but by evil man. So are we any better than the first century of saints that were put to death for their faith? NO. Remember the rain falls on both the JUST and the UNJUST.
-- (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
claurann: If your soul needs some fun and frolic, you need ... Mudbello!! Its a wonderful, fun dance that combines the exotic worlds of belly dancing AND mudwrestling into one hilarious, wholesome, fun loving experience. Look for it to come to your town soon.
On a more serious note for such serious people........ Anyone know anything about David Wilkerson's "THE VISION" book, published back in 1974, where he predicted that the world would undergo hard times financially and morally? Lots of it based on Revelations? And does anyone know if Wilkerson is still around, and whether he thinks Y2K is going to be part of that? (He predicted that a huge number of small businesses would go bankrupt, which would sure fit.)
-- King of Spain (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 05, 1999.
Patrick, AMEN. Someone who actually studied and "proved all things." 'Tis better to be Berean in practice than Laodecian in attitude.
No, not 7th day Adventist. Not part of an "Organized Religion" belief-system. Never had fellowship with Adventists as some of their doctrinal practices don't square with scripture. They keep the Sabbath correctly, but not the Holy Days.
As far as the definition of "Mark" in Revelation, the Greek word for "mark" is charagma which translated as best it can into English is a "Badge of Servitude" or "willing service under law". It can also be a physical mark or brand, which may be imparted so as others can view your adherance to their system. But as far as God is concerned, the mark is a spiritual imprint. An acceptance of an ideology. Ancient Israel had a "mark" on it, symbolizing their nation as belonging to the Most High...it was also a sign to Him of their willing obedience to His Laws. The mark was the keeping of the Sabbath and Holy Days. They were a sign to the Almighty...and and identity mark.
This is why the Ten Northern Tribes of Israel are considered lost...they no longer possess the mark of obedience, and therefore their historical identity.
The Jews today, descendants of Judah, Benjamin and Levi, have continued to keep the Commandment, and retained their identity.
In scriptural context, a mark or sign has always been of the religious/ideological kind. No different than a "sign" or "mark" of a Traditional Christian, or even Conservatives and Liberals. Their speech, mannerisms, practices and adornments are signs to one-another of their affiliations.
I will concur with Patrick, that the apostacies of various religious systems have deceived us into accepting traditions that are not of God, but of Paganism. A religious-political ideology , and its acceptance and practice...through both spiritual and physical means is what the mark found in Revelation is.
Everyone's looking for a physical mark, when they have altready accepted the "mark" by believing in a corrupt system that rewards them for obedience, and ridicules and excoriates them for disobedience.
But in the spirit of "reasoning together" Mr . Rwells, a few disagreements.
>>>"Everyone needs to see what we are promised it's not pre., mid.,or post rapture, But prewrath see 1 Thess.5:9 and Romans 5:9. "<<<
First, "Rapture" is not scriptural. It appears nowhere in the Bible. What you classify as "Rapture" as Peter describes it is in Fact the "Resurrection" of the "Firstfruits" or Saints of God, both living and dead. Peter is describing the change as it will take place among the living Saints of God being Resurrected to meet the Triumphant and returning Christ in the air above Jerusalem, where they will descend with Him and Stand with the Lamb on the Mount. This event takes place AFTER the tribulation. His saints are saved from His Wrath, not from Tribulation, which Jesus told His followers we would have.
It is a Satanic deception to believe that the Saints of God are going to be Zapped out of here before the tribulation. The only thing that His saints are sealed and protected from is God's Wrath on an unrepentant mankind. Before the Wrath of God, you have the wrath of Satan on God's Church and His people. This is the Tribulation. What you are assuming is that the Tribulation and Wrath of God are the same thing. They are not. Go back and re-read the Revelation to John. The tribulation is the reign of the Beast and the persecution of the saints. It is the height of hubris, and misunderstanding to think that the Apostles and Saints of God during the first Century having all been mayrtred and persecuted save John, would be the only ones to suffer death for belief. Jesus said during the "last days", His sheep would be "Delivered up to the synouguoges" and that they will kill you and think they are doing God service.
>>>"The mark is a physical mark, not some acceptance with the mind as it relates to the goverments social security number,or a computer monitor or mouse as mentioned above. Just as the army of Alexander the great took is mark to show who they served, so the antichrist will demand the same. "<<<
You assume incorrectly. In scriptural context, you first must embrace the ideology and practice before being branded. Only those that "Accept" the ideology will be "marked". They will embrace this "beast" in order to conduct commerce, thus allowing themselves to be marked. Also, the Antichrist in the final-typology of revelation is a "Religious System", not just one man.
>>>"666 physically to be on the forehead or right hand. "<<<
I invite you to read every verse in scripture where "Right hand" and "Forehead" are used. They symbolize action, and thought. Right hands were used to pronounce blessings, greetings, fighting and praise. Foreheads were symbolic of ideology, thought and worship.
">>>Yes, it may be in the form of chiping (microchips under the skin) which of course would include GPS for tracking you. "<<<
You're speculating on what it "might" be, instead of what scripture already reveals what it means.
>>>"One last thought for all to consider. After reading Revelation chapters 6 and 7, carefully note which of the seals is said to be GOD'S (The 7th ) Which means the previous 6 seals are just the fallout on all who live on the earth which is governed by fallen man. Pay close attention to what occurs when the 5th seal is opened. Brothers and sisters in the lord are being persecuted even now, not by the lord but by evil man. So are we any better than the first century of saints that were put to death for their faith? NO. Remember the rain falls on both the JUST and the UNJUST."<<<
Exactly WHY the "Rapture" in the popularly received tradition is false. Gos will allow Satan to be loosed upon His people, and persecution shall come by force. He is not going to "save" them out of it by zapping them to heaven before all hell breaks out on His people. The Tribulation comes first, followed by the Wrath of God and the final seals and vials poured out on an unrepentant mankind.
I do not know times or dates, nor do I engage in placing definitives, but I can discern the Signs of the Times, and we are on the verge of great tribulation for our people.
-- INVAR (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 06, 1999.
The entire rapture doctrine came from the deathbed hallucination of one Margaret McDonald and was turned into doctrine by two "preachers" named Norton & Darby. The hideous nature of this teaching was to make people so heavenly minded they are no earthly good. You'd think the word would show up at least once in Scripture - not there. Oh I know, we'll be "caught up in the air"... this was a Greek idiom for being "seized in the breath of life," can we say "RUACH" class?
-- Patrick McHenry (email@example.com), October 06, 1999.
Well, we've slipped off the main index, so I've just posted a < href="http://www.greenspun.com/bboard/q-and-a-fetch- msg.tcl?msg_id=001X6w">continuation along with a few comments.
I don't have time to toss in my "rapture - if, when, or not" position right now, but perhaps I'll be able to later in the new thread.
En agape ....
-- Zach Anderson (email@example.com), October 06, 1999.
Hmm. Sorry about that. Here's the link.
-- Zach Anderson (firstname.lastname@example.com), October 06, 1999.


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Taxpayer-supported ad on-message with Conservative themes
Focus groups viewing a federal government test ad hear familiar Tory messages
When focus groups rounded up by the federal government viewed a recent Finance Department test ad promoting tax benefits, they found it short on detail. But it did evoke a warm feeling that families were getting support.
And that feel-good message is just about perfectly in line with slogans repeatedly touted by the Conservative Party.
Critics say this bolsters their case that Stephen Harper's Conservatives are using taxpayer-funded government advertising to promote their party and win votes in the upcoming election.
Pierre Poilievre rejects criticism over taxpayer-funded 'vanity videos'
Ottawa's ads called a pre-election campaign funded by taxpayers
"They have so much gall. They have more damn nerve than a burglar," charges Liberal MP David McGuinty, who is campaigning for independent oversight of federal advertising.
Since November, viewers have been bombarded with government commercials trumpeting tax breaks. Ad funding of $13.5 million has been allocated to the Finance Department and the Canada Revenue Agency to promote the programs.
Self-serving ads?
The Finance Department's first TV commercial ran late last year, featuring various tax perks while depicting happy families hard at work.
A new report prepared by NRG Research Group for the government concluded that when focus groups assessed an early test version of the ad, "it clearly communicated a message that the government has various measures in place to help Canadian families and relieve their tax burden" (emphasis added).
The Conservatives' 2011 election platform stated a similar message: "We need to continue reducing the tax burden to help Canadians care for their families" (emphasis added).
The focus group report also stated that "the one phrase that consistently came up to describe the main message associated with this advertising was 'support for families.'"
"Supporting families" is one of the Conservative Party's main platform policies. The party's website has an entire page devoted to the concept, which includes highlighting its "low-tax plan."
Eighty-nine participants from across the country were recruited to evaluate the test ad in October.
Election campaign commercial?
That's called cheating.-— David McGuinty, Liberal MP
For the Liberal MP McGuinty, the similar messages are no coincidence and show the Harper government is using public funds to jump-start the Conservatives' election campaign.
The Finance Department will continue its tax break ads until Aug. 2, barely 2½ months before the October federal election.
"That's called cheating," says McGuinty. "It's all very deliberate. Mr. Harper is doing whatever he can to commandeer public resources to condition the Canadian people, to try and increase his chances for electoral success on Oct. 19."
The fact that focus groups identified a message remarkably similar to one touted by the Conservative Party also raises eyebrows for political scientist Alex Marland.
"You're using public monies to pay for a slogan that could potentially become your election slogan. Obviously that's some cause for concern," says the Memorial University professor, who is about to publish a book about brand messaging and government advertising.
But Marland adds that the government has broken no rules by promoting measures that matter to the Conservative Party and to many Canadians. "It's not wrong, it's not illegal, it just raises some questions," he says.
When asked about the similar messaging, the Finance Department would only talk about the benefits of the advertising. "It is important that families and seniors be made aware of the new [tax] measures and how they can take advantage of them," says spokesman David Barnabe in an email to CBC News.
Feel-good campaign
Last fiscal year, Ottawa spent $75.2 million in advertising, up from $69 million the previous year.
Harper's government has continually come under fire for allegedly spending millions of taxpayer dollars on ads boosting the party rather than informing Canadians about important programs.
According to the current focus group report, participants who viewed the concept ad about tax measures didn't glean much from it beyond a positive message about tax breaks and the government.
"Participants clearly understood the main message and felt the federal government was focused on helping individuals and families through a variety of tax cuts," stated the report.
But it went on to explain that participants did not necessarily understand each specific tax credit or how they worked. "Overall, participants wanted to see precise information on proposed measures, especially the dollar amounts involved," it concluded.
"What they got is the very partisan message that this government wants to convey through public advertising," says Mathieu Ravignat, federal NDP treasury board critic.
"What they didn't get is what public advertising is really for, and that is to inform you and give you details with regards to changing of government programming."
The Finance Department emphasized that focus groups felt they got a clear message from the ad, that the government was helping relieve families of their tax burdens. Spokesman Barnabe added, "Participants generally appreciated being provided with information regarding these measures."
Hire a referee
Liberal MP McGuinty says the only way to ensure government advertising isn't tainted by politics is to appoint an independent advertising commissioner to ensure federal ads are non-partisan.
He's sponsoring a private member's bill that would legislate this. "We need a good referee," he says.
Political scientist Marland says that, even before a referee is appointed, Canada needs to establish a set of rules about government advertising. "What we need as a society is a list of things we would expect [an appointed body] to look at."
Until the rules of the game are established, he says, the debate will continue about whether or not government ads are abusing taxpayer money.


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We've written in the past here and here about the unique business model of Mainstream Renewable Power, a company that designs and operates renewable energy installations around the world. MRP is unique in that it was an early adopter of the Smart Energy Reference Architecture to create solutions for its client engagements. Said another way, it is an all-Microsoft shop.
Now comes yet more acknowledgement of how well that has panned out for MRP, as evidenced by a case study here, that discusses how MRP has used Microsoft Dynamics AX and Microsoft SharePoint to help it with wind and solar installments with Siemens Project Ventures. The firm is on its way to extending use of Microsoft Dynamics in the cloud, having already enjoyed these benefits:
· A future-proof strategy. "With Microsoft technologies, Mainstream was able to quickly grow from a small startup into a multinational business. And we've done this while retaining the same core set of applications with the certainty that we have a future-proof IT strategy," says John Shaw, MRP's chief information officer.
· Cutting-edge technology. What's more, Shaw points out how each pillar of the Mainstream enterprise architecture has made full use of powerful niche capabilities not always found in competing solutions. From the document management functionality of Microsoft SharePoint, to the ability of Microsoft Dynamics AX to handle multiple legal entities, Microsoft technology underpins almost every aspect of the firm's operations.
· Roadmap for future growth. The Microsoft technology roadmap and extensive investments in new capabilities are already helping to drive growth at Mainstream. "The coming year will see us moving our Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Dynamics CRM functionality to the cloud, and upgrading to Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012," says Shaw. "We also plan to fully evaluate the project accounting module, and earned value analysis functionality in Microsoft Dynamics AX."
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Because Republicans seem almost always to know how to beat the Dems, I feel as though the safe answer to this question is "No." After all, until the Southern Strategy stops working in presidential elections, etc., one would be rash to suggest that atavism of the racist kind were becoming a liability.
That said, please consider this quotation from Rick Santorum, from a TV interview in the past 48 hours or so:
"I think that could be a very compromising situation, where people naturally may do things that may not be in the interest of the mission because of other types of emotions that are involved. It already happens, of course, with the camaraderie of men in combat, but I think it would be even more unique if women were in combat."
Obviously, he's arguing against placing women in combat-situations. Problem: In most war-related deployments, all women and men are already in potential combat-situations. One may be driving a supply-truck in a convoy and get attacked. Is there any evidence that women, because they are women, are performing poorly in the military? I haven't seen any. In other words: moot point?
Second, such an observation belongs to a broader pattern of Santoromesque views on gender and sexuality: If a woman gets pregnant, no matter the circumstances, she must give birth–even to the extent of being forced to give birth. Two gay or lesbian adults who want to get married must be prevented from doing so . . . because . . . because . . . ? Because Rick's a conservative Catholic, even though the Constitution isn't. Rick, go to Mass, but when campaigning, please talk about the economy, nuclear weapons, health-care, foreign policy, global warming (yes, it's real), clean water, the public infrastructure, and so on.
Third, something may be unique or not. There are no degrees of uniqueness. Fourth, when did "camaraderie" become a problem in the military?
Fifth, all of this seems like tired material ("moot point"). The U.S. is clearly getting more and more comfortable with "gay marriage," and why wouldn't it? Who in the hell cares what sexuality the married couple down the street is? They do, of course, but aside from that, why spend any time worrying about it or making "gay marriage" illegal or talking about it in a presidential race? Why not merely ask to borrow their lawn-mower? Rick's entitled to his personal view on the matter, but that's it.
Unencumbered once again by data, I hesitantly hereby opine that old-time GOP rhetoric like this–designed to pump up the bass on the base, I gather–seems to be getting much less effective.
But we'll see. Never underestimate that base, and never overestimate the Dems. Santorum strikes me as dim, boring, and reactionary, in no particular order. But I'm just one data-free person, although not unique.


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Fitbit announces this week that it has finalized its acquisition digital health startup Fitstar, makers of an app that uses activity data to generate personalized workout programs. The acquisition in and of itself is not new news, as it was publically announced in early March, but when the deal was announced financial terms were not disclosed. This week, an SEC filing detailing the acquisition suggests that Fitbit paid nearly $18 million for the company.
Fitstar launched in 2012 and has since raised $5 million in VC funding between its seed and Series A rounds. Google Ventures backed it early on, and returned, along with Advancit Capital and Floodgate, to lead its second round in 2013. The company also counts Mesa Ventures and Trinity Ventures among its investors. After just three years of work, and few VCs to cash out, the venture was a likely a profitable one for founders Mike Maser and Dave Grijalva.
Fitstar is a subscription-based app that competes with traditional gyms by delivering personalized workouts designed to support users as they pursue their own fitness goals. The workouts are inspired by CrossFit style exercises, so they require no equipment, are short in duration, and require little space. The app has tracks focused on strength building, weight loss, and health maintenance. Compared to a traditionally gym, Fitstar is cheap. The company charges just $8 per month, or $40 per year. In addition to its workouts, Fitstar also markets a yoga-based fitness program designed to challenge users at any skill level, and then pushes users to develop their flexibility and skill over time.
To support long-term fitness tracking, Fitstar integrates with a number of devices, including Fitbit, wifi-enabled digital scales, and smartphone-based health platforms like HealthKit. Third-party data, like heart rate, is used to quantify exertion and daily weight is used to monitor progress toward fitness goals.
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This author of novels set in the Victorian era has modernized Sherlock Holmes with her books pairing him up with Mary Russell, an American-Jewish scholar-flapper more than capable of keeping up with his cases. In "The Murder of Mary Russell," she finds her life in danger after a man arrives on the doorstep claiming to be their housekeeper's son.
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Pharma sector stocks have been one of the worst performer on the bourses in last one year. BSE Healthcare index just risen a percent in the last one year as against 22% jump in benchmark Sensex.
"The sector has seen a severe de-rating over past twelve months due to multiple headwinds including the ongoing US FDA regulatory issues, heightened pricing pressure in the US, DOJ-related concerns, currency volatility in emerging markets and a slowdown in Indian formulations' market growth" said Kartik Mehta, pharmaceuticals analyst, Deutsche Bank.
"While regulatory risks will always persist, the inspection outcomes seem to be less severe and in our view should allay investor concerns around US FDA inspections".
Aurobindo Pharma and Sun Pharma are top picks of Deutsche Bank.
Report pointed out that over the past three months, large Indian pharma companies such as Lupin, Cadila, Aurobindo, Glenmark and Cipla have received fewer observations and have successfully resolved their outstanding US FDA issues.
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Vice President Dick Cheney, on a trip to the Middle East, meets with Saudi King Abdullah on Abdullah's horse farm for about four hours. Cheney also meets with his long-time friend, Saudi Oil Minister Ali al-Nuaimi. The conversations between the men are not reported in any depth; a senior US official says the discussions are "confidential and private." Cheney will then leave for discussions with Israeli and Palestinian leaders. [Agence France-Presse, 3/22/2008] Interestingly, after Cheney's meeting with the Saudi leaders, the Saudi Shura Council, the governmental group that implements the decisions of the Saudi leadership, plans to secretly meet to discuss "national plans to deal with any sudden nuclear and radioactive hazards that may affect the kingdom following experts' warnings of possible attacks on Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactors," according to the Saudi newspaper Okaz. A leading Saudi agency, the King Abdul-Aziz City for Science and Technology, has prepared a plan to deal with the probability of radiation hazards in case of any unexpected nuclear attacks on Iran. [Deutche Presse-Agentur, 3/22/2008] Certainly a swift and massively destructive US strike against Iran is possible. Author and military expert William Arkin wrote in 2005 that the US could strike Iranian targets within about 12 hours from the time President Bush gave the final order (see January 25, 2005). Arkin quoted Lieutenant General Bruce Carlson, commander of the 8th Air Force, as saying that his fleet of B-2 and B-52 bombers were on, essentially, perpetual alert: "We have the capacity to plan and execute global strikes," Carlson said. He added that his forces were the US Strategic Command's "focal point for global strike" and could execute an attack "in half a day or less." [Washington Post, 5/15/2005] And in 2006, reporter Seymour Hersh noted that US Air Force planning groups had drawn up detailed lists of Iranian targets as part of the military's plan to launch major air attacks against Iran. Teams of US combat troops had clandestinely entered Iran to collect targeting data and to establish contact with anti-government ethnic minority groups; US warplanes were making repeated practice "nuclear delivery" runs near the Iranian border in preparation for air strikes. [New Yorker, 4/17/2006]
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Norwich bow out with a whimper following defeat at Everton
Norwich City went out with a whimper, losing 3-0 on Sunday in an instantly forgettable Premier League finale at Everton.
The Canaries slumped to defeat that was entirely predictable once James McCarthy had thumped the Toffees in front. Leighton Baines rolled home a cool penalty before the interval and the match was over as a meaningful contest when Kevin Mirallas was left unmarked at the far post three minutes after the restart.
For Norwich, it is less about what happened on the pitch at Goodison Park than Alex Neil's postmatch assertion he will stay and lead the fightback following relegation. City have had four days to come to terms with their return to the Football League but the questions surrounding Neil's future had yet to be definitely answered. Neil will hold further talks with the club's owners on Monday but he expects to spearhead the Canaries' bid to return at the first attempt.
It now looks inevitable a number of those under his command will not embark on the same journey. The likes of Nathan Redmond and Robbie Brady are sure to be in demand, while running parallel to their potential summer exits will be a turnover designed to freshen up a squad which has looked increasingly stale in a tame end to their Premier League season.
Player ratings (1-10; 10=best; players introduced after 70 minutes get no rating):
GK John Ruddy, 6 -- Two flying saves to deny Romelu Lukaku in the early exchanges. No chance with McCarthy's thumping strike and left exposed two other times by the men in front of him.
DF Ivo Pinto, 6 -- Aggressive in the challenge and ambitious going forward, with a number of overlapping bursts.
DF Russell Martin, 5 -- Turned on more than one occasion by Everton's youth brigade.
DF Ryan Bennett, 5 -- Harassed by Lukaku in the air and on the ground. Only lasted a few minutes after the interval before his exit, with what may have been the aftereffects of a recent viral infection.
DF Martin Olsson, 5 -- Lasted only 10 minutes before picking up a groin injury that must be a concern ahead of the Swedish international's bid to be part of his country's Euro 2016 campaign.
MF Nathan Redmond, 5 -- If this was his last Norwich City outing, it will be far less memorable than his starring role a few days earlier against Watford.
MF Gary O'Neil, 6 -- Nearly cut Gareth Barry in two with a fully committed tackle but the game had long since gone.
MF Graham Dorrans, 5 -- Second best against Everton's midfield mix of youth and experience. Ran the show against Watford but a bystander here.
MF Matt Jarvis, 5 -- Horrible sliced effort in the first half but did test Tim Howard at his near post following the interval.
MF Steven Naismith, 5 -- Great reception from the Everton fans prior to kick-off for a returning hero. Norwich's supporters have only seen glimpses of his quality and it was the same again in this game.
FW Cameron Jerome, 5 -- Headed at Howard from seven yards out, seconds before Everton's opening goal.
MF Robbie Brady, 5 -- Conceded a penalty when he was adjudged to have manhandled Lukaku.
DF Seb Basssong, 5 -- Planted a late header over from Nathan Redmond's corner.
MF Wes Hoolahan, N/R -- No real impact.
Paddy is the chief Norwich City correspondent for media group Archant. He has covered the Canaries for more than 10 years. Twitter: @paddyjdavitt.
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The missing man formation is just what it sounds like; a formation of aircraft with a slot empty. It's done to commemorate a fallen pilot, but also is often used when a national leader or such dies.
It can be done in a few ways. The slot can be left empty or, more spectacularly, the 'missing' aircraft can peel off to leave the slot empty. More spectacular still, though, is the variant wherein the aircraft leaving the formation climbs straight up to leave the empty slot. I've seen it and no video, unfortunately, can really convey the impact of that sudden climb. Not only is it a breathtaking manoeuvre, but the symbolism brings your heart into your throat.
[EDIT: I'm not sure of the reliability of this, but it's interesting enough to mention. Apparently, by tradition, the aircraft leaving the formation always heads west afterwards. This is just supposition on my part, but I'd be willing to lay a small wager on that tradition having originated in the WW1 pilots' expression, 'gone west', meaning that a pilot had been killed in action. The next part I have on slightly better authority; I happen to remember that W E Johns, in the glossary of one of the early Biggles books, explains that as a darkly humorous play on Horace Greeley's 'go west young man'.]
Anyway, that's the explanation out of the way. What prompted me to post this video was nothing to do with all that, really. Rather, it was the amazing juxtaposition involved. This was a flypast in honour of Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, who died in 2004 (yes I know I'm late; I just ran across it on YouTube), by a flight of F16s with the missing man position being taken by a venerable old bird which will quicken the heart of anyone with any interest in the history of manned flight; a Spitfire. Indeed, according to a programme I watched recently, it still tops polls of 'favourite aircraft' in Britain to this day. And catch the rate of climb when it leaves the formation. Sixty years or more old but still no slouch, by any standard. R J Mitchell would have been proud! Anyway, I thought the video was worth sharing with anyone else who grew up with permanent patches of Airfix glue on the pads of their thumbs…
(Trivia fact of the day: When Prince Bernhard was cleared by British intelligence during world war 2 (he was German by birth), the person who screened him was none other than Ian Fleming.)