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Dried beans and dark green leafy vegetables are especially good sources of iron, even better on a per calorie basis than meat. Iron absorption is increased markedly by eating foods containing vitamin C along with foods containing iron. Vegetarians do not have a higher incidence of iron deficiency than do meat eaters.
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(Picture lifted from FDL -- I think. But who can recall? So many things...)
Organized by FOX "News" and a couple of right wing think tanks, hundreds of thousands turned out on April 15 -- some in clever little 18th Century get ups -- to protest "taxes and spending" by hollering about immigrants and the price of tea and hurling their teabags hither and yon.
It was the Feel Good uprising of the season, kicking off the Insurrection and Rebellion activities to come.
Or something.
Ten thousand protestors were expected locally; news reports had it that around 5,000 assembled -- still a throng, though hardly a mass movement. They were harangued by radio personalities and FOX "News" presenters, by Republican state representatives, and by anti-taxers from far and wide. I half expected them to come armed -- as they proudly did during the 2000 Election Recount Protests (yes, they were protesting counting the votes, harangued and whipped to a frenzy by many of the same radio personalities and teevee stars), where gun-waving and flag-waving seemed to get equal emphasis. But so far as I know, armaments were mostly kept at home, and the protesters seemed to be having more fun than trying to raise hell.
Of course they said that about the Boston Tea Party, too. So I wouldn't put too much stock in how much "fun" appeared to be under way.
The Left Blogosphere, of course, made a point of mocking and deriding the Teabaggers, and of course they made much of the endless double-entendre "teabagging" provides. The form of "teabagging" I'm familiar with -- a sort of frat-house hijink in which the balls of the teabagger are placed on the head of or in the mouth of a sleeping -- or passed-out-drunk -- brother as a gentle form of good spirited insult -- seemed almost the appropriate metaphor for the actions of the multitude on Teabagging Day, for it seemed they were out more for highjinks than not. These people are not used to taking to the streets, after all, so most of them don't know the correct protocols, don't have the right gravitas for serious marches and sign carrying and full-throated chants. It's not really in them.
The problem for me with the Left Blogistan mockery of all this was the fact that there is still little or no recognition within the higher reaches of the so-called "progressive" blogosphere that the middle and lower classes -- regardless of their political orientation -- are drowning in debt, and their condition and position is made exponentially worse by all the trillions of dollars pledged and paid to those who are already among the very richest in our land (and overseas). There is little or no recognition that in all the frenzy to bailout and stimulate coming from Washington, very little -- indeed, almost nothing -- is being directed toward relieving that enormous debt burden the masses are struggling under, and in fact, that burden is increasing with every bailout.
Part of what the Teabaggers are responding to is the fact that essentially all the money in the whole wide world is being handed over to those who already have more money than God, and people like the poor schmuck in his 18th Century Revolutionary get up have to pay for it.
Nobody is taking the schmuck's side at all -- except FOX "News" and the various right wing interests that are always on the look out for opportunities and found one in the inchoate rage of the masses.
Masses and rage that the Left (so-called) has avoided like the plague. The Left that never misses and opportunity to miss an opportunity...
I could go on, but we have to get to the Torture Memos before the weekend is out, and -- OT -- there are home hospice care issues that have tended to keep me well away from my own bloggery more often than not.

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Kingdoms Player Interview #1: Warlock
What do Olympic and World Wonder village have in common? A builder! Our community manager Ameno interviews one of the most remarkable players we have met, Warlock (Ru3)
Ameno: Hi. Ready? Please, introduce yourself.
Warlock: Hi. My name is Andrey, I am 31. In Travian: Kingdoms I am currently known as Warlock on Ru3.
Ameno: Great! And who are you known as in real life? Tell us a little about yourself.
Warlock: I was born and grew up in Balashiha, small high-crime town not far from Moscow (a bit of exaggeration, but still). Currently not working. But when I was young and naive, I wanted to know all the laws and interpret them correctly, so, I graduated from the university as a lawer.
Ameno: But if I understand correctly, you didn't make it your profession, right?
Warlock: Exactly. I found it pretty boring by now. However, my education helped me a lot when I worked as an accountant, a financial analyst and even took part in construction of Olympic objects in Sochi for the Olympic games 2014.
Ameno: Wow! So, you're a true World Wonder builder not only ingame, but also in real life! Let's talk about Travian. For how long have you already been playing Travian: Kingdoms? How did you know about the game? Did you play Legends before you started playing Kingdoms?
Warlock: Oh, that's a lot of questions! I first started playing Travian in 2006. It was Legends, of course. My younger brother found this game and we joined the game together. I learned about Kingdoms, when I got an invitation for alpha-test. I tested it, liked it way more than Legends. Since then I play Travian: Kingdoms.
Ameno: Do you play solo or in a team? Tell me about your game: what tribe do you prefer? Are your an offensive or a defensibe player, or it's just a matter of chance and your mood?
Warlock: I normally play with a small company of my friends, who I can trust and who don't let me get bored. It's a very comforting play, and additionally you can always get help. I prefer offensive style, when I know that I can spend quite a lot of time ingame. But when time is limited I can also play as a defender. My favourite tribe is Romans, of course! They are very strong due to their economy aspect. Also they have wonderful cavalry – Equitee Imperatoris – which are ideal for farm. And, of course, because they have so beautiful red roofs (laughs).
Ameno: Do you play other games apart from Travian: Kingdoms?
Warlock: I tested several similar games, but I stopped playing soon. I definetely like Travian more. Non-browser games – I very much love Heroes III, Starcraft and Dota.
Ameno: Are you just a player or an active forum user as well? Do you communicate on Travian: Kingdoms forums? Which threads do you find most interesting?
Warlock: I often visit forum, but I don't chat there a lot. What I like doing is writing some guides for mostly for new (but some are for advanced as well) players. I publish them on forum (I am Magus there). So, this thread is the most interesting for me as well as Questions about the game area. Unfortunately there aren't enough guides even for Travian: Legends with its looong history, let alone for Travian: Kingdoms. But we hope to change it, we – I mean the community of course. And I'll do my best to help with that, of course.
Ameno: Do you use any external tools to play Travian: Kingdoms? Where do you mostly get information?
Warlock: I use only travian.kirilloid.ru. Actually there is enough information in the wiki and ingame help. You just need to use it the right way.
Ameno: What do you believe to be the greatest challenge and greatest achievement in Travian: Kingdoms?
Warlock: The most difficult part in the game is to gather a team which would show good and stable results during not only one round, but several rounds in a row. I guess, if one does it, this is the ultimate achievement in the game as well.
Ameno: Would you like to change something in the game?
Warlock: Hmm, change…? Not an easy question. Actually I don't have any major ideas. The only thing… I don't want artefacts to appear in Travian: Kingdoms, like they are in Travian: Legends game. I really liked the T:L version before T3.5.
Ameno: I know that you used to be an alliance leader, which became the game world winner. How was it? Was it an interesting or a boring round for you?
Warlock: Yes, it was on the very first Ru open beta (Ru-1-1) We joined the game with the small number of fellow players, found some (very few, too) allies and won against outnumbered enemy. So, it was a usual story how a really small group of experienced players was able to win against numerous of less experienced and way less organised players.
However, we were pretty close to be defeated. The final result was achieved during our very last operation, when we managed to conquer one of the enemy's WWs and completely destroy the second enemy's World Wonder by our greatest hammer just 4 seconds before the 100th level of our World Wonder was built. Something like that. No, it was definetely not a boring round.
Ameno: I've heard about your experiment with no-gold play. How it goes, what can you say about it?
Warlock: Yes, I tested if it's possible to play Travian: Kingdoms without gold. It was because some players were complaining that this game is impossible to play without buying gold and I wanted to prove that they are wrong. This is still an ongoing experiment.
I started that round alone, without any friends. Joined the closest ally and just played as a governor, as an ordinary roman defensive player. =)
Travian Plus and crop/resource bonuses, of course, are unnecessary luxury for me, but even without those bonuses by the midgame I was in top-20 by population, had a considerable number of praetoreans and 1000 Equitee Caesaris and 1 ram (for hideouts).
By selling hero equipment and stackable items on auction, I got some gold in return, which I use for NPC-trader from time to time (also I received some gold from card game). Now the server where I held that experiment is in its final stage. There were some attacks with cattas against my villages recently, but I am still in top-20 by population and in top-100 by attack and defense, and also I am one of the most active suppliers of our WW.
Ameno: And that's perfect. Thank you for this interview. I wish you lots of new emotions – positive ones, of course – and many new victories in Travian: Kingdoms!
Warlock: Thank you! Will do my best. Good luck to you, too!


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This easy no bake cheesecake is smooth, creamy, and extra delicious. It has all the flavor of a traditional cheesecake – but with way less effort.
Today I'm sharing the perfect recipe for no bake cheesecake. It's deliciously creamy with a smooth, luxurious texture that never tastes dense or heavy. Better yet – this no bake cheesecake is made without gelatin but it sets perfectly every time.
If truth be told – I was pretty dubious of no bake cheesecake for a very long time. I didn't think it was possible to get that quintessential cheesecake flavor without the traditional method, water bath and all.
But sometimes, taking a shortcut leads to a very delicious ending. And that's exactly what this easy no bake cheesecake recipe gives you:
- Super smooth
- Deliciously creamy
- Slightly tangy
- Crunchy graham cracker crust
- Not too sweet, and never dense
How to Make No Bake Cheesecake
To get started, first we make the graham crust.
- Mix together the graham crumbs, sugar and melted butter.
- Press into the bottom of a lightly greased, 9-inch springform pan.
- Place in the freezer as you make the filling.
If you prefer a crust that's a little more sturdy, you can bake the crust for 8 minutes at 350F degrees. The cheesecake won't be 100% no bake anymore, but it can make it a little easier for slicing.
Then for the filling. We only need a few simple ingredients, and it comes together in no time. It has a creamy, delicious, slightly tangy, cheesecake flavor. But the texture is a little different than traditional cheesecake since it's a no bake recipe.
- First beat the whipping cream along with a little powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. You'll want cream that's at least 33% MF, but ideally higher if you can find it.
- Then beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in the rest of the powdered sugar, along with the lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Then gently fold in the whipped cream.
- Spread the mixture over the crust, and pop the cheesecake in the fridge to set for at least 4 hours before serving.
Then when you're ready to serve, trace around the cake using a sharp think knife. Then unclamp the springform and remove the outer ring. I like to top it with fresh berries. You could also use pie filling, a drizzle of chocolate sauce, or really whatever topping your heart desires.
Now for some no bake cheesecake making tips/questions.
What kind of cream cheese should I use? Make sure to use full-fat, brick style cream cheese for the most flavor, and to ensure your cheesecake is firm enough. You'll want to make sure it's at room temperature before making the recipe so that there's no lumps. So take it out of the fridge about 30 minutes before making the cheesecake.
What's the best way to whip the cream? I recommend placing the bowl and beaters/whisk attachment in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping the cream. This helps it to stabilize.
Why is there lemon juice in the cheesecake? Adding just a tiny bit of freshly squeezed lemon juice helps to give the cheesecake that delicious tanginess that's quintessential of cheesecake. Because we're just adding a very little bit, it doesn't make the cheesecake taste like lemon.
My cheesecake didn't set – what went wrong? This could be a few things.
- Not using full-fat, brick-style cream cheese.
- Not using whipping cream with a high enough fat content.
- Either whipping the cream for not long enough or for too long (after stiff peaks form, it can start to deflate if you continue beating).
- Being too rough when you fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Make sure to use a rubber spatula and gently fold it in without mixing aggressively.
If your cheesecake isn't quite set, you can always place it in the freezer for a bit to help it firm up more too.
Can I use whipped topping – such as Cool Whip – instead of whipped cream? Yup, I just find that whipped cream gives a creamier flavor. If you're using whipped topping, thaw first. Then measure out 2 1/2 cups and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture instead of the whipped cream.
More No Bake Cheesecake Recipes to Love
No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Squares
No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake
No Bake Cheesecake
Graham Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted
- 1 3/4 cups whipping cream* , measured before whipping
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese** , full-fat brick style
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Graham Crust
- Lightly grease the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl stir together the graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- Press into the bottom of the springform pan, creating a small lip around the edges.
- Place in the freezer as you make the filling.***
- Whip the whipping cream and 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate, large bowl beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in the powdered sugar, lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula.
- Spoon over top of the crust, and smooth the top. Place in the fridge to set for at least 4 hours.
- When ready to serve trace around the outside of the cheesecake using a sharp, think knife. Then unclamp the springform.
- Cut into slices and serve with fresh berries or your favorite topping. Store leftovers in the fridge.


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This week's format was 2 scores on 1-6, 3 on 7-12 and 4 on 13-18. Thanks again to Liz Beaton for acting as starter. Excellent weather for the 47 players who made up the 12 teams. We have a rule for teams who are a player short – a ghost card is selected at random. In this case it must have been a good ghost as the winners had the same score as the second team, and only won on back 9 countback, 64 to 65.
1st John Eadie, Shaun Cairney, Jim Laird & ghost………………………….116pts
2nd Dave Wareing, Dave Storey, Robin Wilson, Tom McFarlane….116pts
John Eadie managed a first – the first time that I am aware that anyone holed out in two shots on the par 4 6th. Normally it is an achievement to even two putt on that green!
Remember that green fees have changed from September, now 37 euros walking, 48 with a shared buggy.
Next week's competition is an individual stableford.
And to fill space up…………………………………….
Colin had his neck brace fitted years ago and since then he's never looked back.
You can't lose a homing pigeon. If your homing pigeon doesn't come back, then what you've lost is a pigeon
Golf is not just a good walk ruined, it's also the act of hitting things violently with a stick ruined.
I went to a Pretenders concert. It turned out to be a tribute act.
There were 2 birds sitting on a perch. One said to the other 'can you smell fish?'
Think about it………………..
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25 Jun Native apps vs Hybrid apps – Which one you choose?
When you decide to invest in mobile apps, then you are confusing between terminology. What apps should you build, native apps or hybrid apps? Your choice will depend on your budget and project deadline. When we talk about the app development, the first thing comes in our mind is mobile devices including smartphones and tablets.
There are two types of mobile apps: Native apps and Hybrid apps. In this article, I'm going to tell you in details what actually native and hybrid apps are. Let's begin…
1. Native Apps:
When we think about normally about apps then it can be native apps. Nowadays the majority of people use mobile devices, and mobile devices, the majority of apps are native apps. These apps are written in programming languages like C#, Swift, Java etc. For build iOS apps Swift language used while to build an Android apps Java language is used. Windows apps can build in C# language. Google and Apple give app developer build their app on their own developer tools and SDK called Android Studio for Android app and for iOS Xcode. These tools allow any developer to build native app easily.
Advantages of native apps:
Why are the majority of mobile apps are native? There is a serval advantage behind it.
- Native applications provide fast and responsive because they build for the specific platform
- Native apps are distributed in an app store and play store
- It allows developers to access a full feature set of given platform
- These apps don't require internet connectivity, although some apps required based on functionality
- Native apps have standard UI/UX for each platform, and so that native apps provide the better user experience
Disadvantages of native apps:
Although native apps have serval advantages, as well as disadvantages too.
- It is difficult to learn all languages; it means you need experienced developers
- Build native apps are more expansive
- To create simple apps native apps are not the best option
Example of native apps, Pokémon GO, Twitter are the fully native apps.
2. Hybrid Apps:
Hybrid apps are built using web technology and it's typically used for the web. Hybrid apps are nothing but creating a website wrapped up inside an application.
Advantages of hybrid apps:
- These apps are built on web technology like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Hybrid apps are cheaper compared to native apps
- They have access to a user device's internal APIs, and it can access a camera, internal storage etc
- Development is faster because in hybrid apps based single code
- Hybrid apps are scalable because once you built for one platform it can run on a different platform as well
Disadvantages of hybrid apps:
- Performance is slower than native apps
- For building hybrid apps, you have to depend on the third-party platform
- Hybrid apps have less interactive
- You cannot customize the app based on the platform because customization is more expensive
At last, each approach has pros and cons but my opinion is to choose native approach to build mobile applications because they have the biggest benefits for a company.
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Vanuatu Aviation Info
RPAS, UAV, UAS, Drones and Model Aircraft
There has been huge growth in the development and use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS)*. You can see examples everywhere of aeroplanes and multi-rotor 'helicopters' in toy and electronic stores.
There's also a lot of interest in their commercial use, such as in real estate aerial photography and power lines inspection.
But they are aircraft and present a number of safety risks, particularly close to controlled airspace and over densely-populated areas – what happens if they fail mid-flight? Aviation regulators around the world are grappling with how to integrate RPAS into existing aviation safety systems.
Like all aviation 'participants', people who fly RPAS need to know some safety rules, so everyone in the air and on the ground, gets home safely and their aircraft is not destroyed.
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*RPAS is the official International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) term for such aircraft. They are also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), and drones.
Vanuatu - New Rules For RPAS, UAV, UAS, Drones and Model Aircraft
New rules are now in place for RPAS, UAV, UAS, Drones and Model Aircraft and if you operate any of these aircraft, it's important that you read the rules:
Rules - see Part 101 and Part 102.
We've provided some help to make it easier though, see:
Advisory Circulars - these give advice on how to comply with the rules.
Forms - there's also the application form for Part 101 and 102, for both Operators and RPAS.
For answers about consent, certification, airspace, etc, see:
Frequently Asked Questions - RPAS, UAV, UAS, Drones and Model Aircraft
To report incidents involving RPAS:
Civil Aviation Rules
Every person in Vanuatu's civil aviation community shares responsibility for the safety and security of everyone. The Minister of Transport creates the Civil Aviation Rules to make sure it happens.
Those rules are divided into groups of related rules called 'Parts'.
The two Parts that relate directly to RPAS are:
- Part 101 Gyrogliders and Parasails, Unmanned Aircraft (including Balloons), Kites, and Rockets - Operating Rules, and
- Part 102 Unmanned Aircraft Operator Certification.
Operators of RPAS also need to be aware of other rules that affect them, for example Part 91 General Operating and Flight Rules.
Part 101
Part 101 only applies to RPAS of 25 kg and under that can fully comply with the rules in Part 101. To operate any aircraft over this weight, and for operations that cannot comply with Part 101, the operator must be certificated under Part 102.
RPAS weighing between 15 and 25 kg must be constructed or inspected, approved and operated under the authority of a person or association approved for this purpose by the Director of Civil Aviation.
There are 12 key things that are required under Part 101 - you must:
- not operate an aircraft that is 25 kg or larger and always ensure that it is safe to operate
- at all times take all practicable steps to minimize hazards to persons, property and other aircraft (ie, don't do anything hazardous)
- fly only in daylight
- give way to all crewed aircraft
- be able to see the aircraft with your own eyes (eg, not through binoculars, a monitor, or smartphone) to ensure separation from other aircraft (or use an observer to do this in certain cases)
- not fly your aircraft higher than 120 metres (400 feet) above ground level (unless certain conditions are met)
- have knowledge of airspace restrictions that apply in the area you want to operate
- not fly closer than four kilometres from any aerodrome (unless certain conditions are met)
- when flying in controlled airspace, obtain an air traffic control clearance issued by Airways
- not fly in special use airspace without the permission of the administering authority of the area (eg, military operating areas or restricted areas)
- have consent from anyone you want to fly above
- have the consent of the property owner or person in charge of the area you are wanting to fly above.
This list should not substitute for a full reading of Part 101. You should conduct a thorough assessment of your operation and understand the rules that apply to your operation before deciding whether to operate under Part 101 and 102.
To help you in this, we have provided a matrix, which is a checklist to see if you comply with the rules. See Forms. Also see the Advisory Circulars for advice on how to comply with the rules.
Part 101 requires operators to obtain the consent of property owners and people that they are flying over. It is a two step requirement:
- First, a operator must not use airspace above people unless they have the consent of people below the flight; and
- Second, an operator must not use airspace above an area of property unless prior consent has been obtained from any persons occupying that property or the property owner;
It is important to note that this is only one aspect of the risk mitigation required in Part 101. There is still an overarching obligation to take all practicable steps to avoid any hazards.
If you cannot obtain consent, or obtaining consent is impractical, it may be a signal that your operation is too hazardous to be conducted under Part 101. You can apply to the CAA to be certificated under Part 102. Part 102 allows the Director of Civil Aviation to work though different options with an operator and/or to relax or remove one or both of the consent requirements altogether.
More information about consent is in the Advisory Circular AC101-1.
Part 102
Part 102 is based on the risk of the operations. Applicants must submit an 'exposition' showing that they have identified hazards and risks of their operation, and ways they will mitigate those risks. Each application will be considered on its merit - this allows for the wide scope of operations made possible by RPAS.
Having determined that you need to be certificated for your type of operation, we have provided some documents to help you. As well as the Part 101 compliance matrix mentioned above, there is an additional one for Part 102 - note that you need to complete both to apply for a Part 102 certificate. There's also a sample exposition that you can copy or use as a template for your exposition. See Forms. Also see the Advisory Circulars for advice on how to comply with the rules.
List of Part 102 Unmanned Aircraft Operator Certificate Holders
Safety Guidelines
We are getting into some slightly technical information now, so if you are not familiar with the aviation terms used, we strongly recommend you contact CAA Vanuatu for their guidance. For more information about airspace, see CAA Vanuatu on our Links page.
See the Advisory Circulars for guidance on safety and how to comply with the rules.
Shielded Operation
A shielded operation is a flight where your aircraft is within 100 m of an object that's capable of stopping it, like a building, or a forest of trees. In a shielded operation, the aircraft must fly no higher than the top of that object. A shielded operation allows you to fly within 4 km of an aerodrome, controlled and uncontrolled, and at night.
If you plan to use this provision, make sure you familiarise yourself with the rules in Part 101, and the advice in the Advisory Circular.
Controlled Airspace
Graphic showing types of airspace
If you were to just launch your RPAS/model willy-nilly from the backyard, you could unintentionally breach airspace law.
Air Traffic Control (ATC) units authorize the use of airspace near a number of Vanuatu aerodromes because of the volume of passenger-carrying airliners.
Airspace is designated for different uses, as shown in the diagram, often referred to as an 'inverted wedding cake'.
If you want to fly a RPAS/model in controlled airspace, you need to get prior authorization from the CAAV unit administering that airspace.
Current controlled aerodromes are: Bauerfield Port Vila, Harbour Heliport Port Vila, and Pekoa Santo.
For aerodrome contact details, see the Aerodrome Charts on the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) web site.
Operators of RPAS/model aircraft must not fly them within a four kilometre radius of an aerodrome boundary (even if that radius includes uncontrolled airspace).
Holders of a Part 61 Pilot Licence are exempted from this, or are accompanied by someone who has. Operators under these categories still need prior authorization from the aerodrome operator to fly within the four kilometre zone.
Even once an operator has authorization, they must not fly their model over any active runway strip, or any area where aircraft taxi. Control line aircraft must also remain clear of such areas.
Special Use Airspace
Sometimes, airspace is designated "Special Use".
There are specially-designated zones or areas where model aircraft cannot fly, such as a Low Flying Zone, where, as the name suggests, low-level flight training takes place.
On the other hand, some areas are designated specifically for model aircraft flying.
Airspace can also be temporarily designated "Special Use" to help a police, military, or search and rescue operation.
Airports Vanuatu Ltd. have a full list of airspace designated Special Use.
Meteorological Conditions
To fly your aircraft, the weather must be clear enough so you can see three kilometres or further. The model must remain clear of cloud. You cannot fly the model if the cloud base prevents you from seeing it, unaided, at all times.
Night Operations
Aircraft cannot be flown outdoors at night, except if you fly it within 100 m of a structure such as a tall building or tall tree. Flying an aircraft within 100 m of a structure is referred to as a 'shielded operation'. That's because no other aircraft would be flying that low and close to such structures. Your aircraft must not fly higher than the top of the construction or tree.
RPAS Frequencies
Remotely piloted aircraft (RPAS) must use the right radio frequencies, so they don't cause harmful interference to vital radio systems such as air traffic control, cellular phones, or emergency services.
People who use the wrong frequencies for their RPAS can be prosecuted.
Because most RPAS equipment is developed offshore, it often exceeds the radio frequency and radio power limits required in Vanuatu, and so it could be illegal to possess or use here.
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Marum stick with combos against Easts Tigers, says Hukula
By ROCKY ISSOU
THE SP PNG Hunters will stick to combinations they are moulding for this season's Queensland Intrust Super Cup competition.
Assistant coach Nigel Hukula said head coach Michael Marum will continue to stick and work on combinations in the team as they prepare to take on the East Tigers this afternoon at 3pm at the National Football Stadium.
A huge home crowd is expected to turn out for the match and the Hunters will be buoyed by the return of Adex Wera to the centres and vice- captain Wellington Albert making his debut from the bench as the 50th Hunter after overcoming a sternum injury in what should be an entertaining match.
"We are still trying to work out our combinations especially our spine from the fullback to Izzy (Israel Eliab) at number 6, Ase Boas at 7 and Silas Gahuna at 9 obviously if we stick with our processes things will work out, as you all know Izzy is coming back from a stint with the London Broncos and he was playing in the centres while over there having said that it is a long season so we want to ensure we cover all bases as the season progresses" said Hukula.
Having edged the Central Qld Carpras, last week, in the Hunters' opening match of the season, Hukula conceded that the left side combination of Willie Minoga and William Aquila still needed some work in defence as all the Capras tries was scored through the left flank.
"Willie Minoga and William Aquila they are a very new combinations since the trials they have played together only twice all the points were scored on their side last week so we have worked with them and they can only get better playing together, Minoga showed some pace scoring the try that sealed the match for us he's been good at centre having played their during his time with the Digicel Cup," said Hukula.
The 20 man squad is: 1 Bland Abavu, 2 Butler Morris, 3 Adex Wera, 4 Willie Minoga, 5 William Aquila, 6 Israel Eliab, 7 Ase Boas ©, 8 Henry Wan, 9 Silas Gahuna, 10 Esau Siune, 11 Nixon Put, 12 David Loko, 13 Stanton Albert, 14 Lawrence Tu'u, 15 Wellington Albert, 16 Enoch Maki, 17 Moses Meninga, 18 Karo Kauna Jr, 19 Ishmael Balkawa, 20 Watson Boas.
Meanwhile, the visiting East Tigers arrived yesterday and are desperate for their first win of the season after coming off a 7-7 draw against the Sunshine Coast Falcons.


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The global digital gaming market has taken the global media and entertainment industry by storm. The market for digital games is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 15.7% and generate a revenue of USD 264.9 Bn by 2023. Out of the three platforms on which digital games can be played, the mobile gaming segment is the largest, having generated USD 45.2 Bn in 2017, followed by the console and PC segment.
A number of factors have contributed to the immense popularity of the digital gaming industry. The increasing number of smartphone users having access to the internet is the primary force behind the growth of this market. Technological advancements, such as a shift from 2G to 4G network has increased the number of digitally downloadable games and 3D games. The increasing adoption of e-Sports, especially in the Asia Pacific region, has encouraged gaming companies to invest in this segment, which in turn has bolstered the growth of the gaming industry.
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Business models shaping the digital game industry
The brick and mortar video game selling business model is long gone. Over the years, a number of business models have helped videogames make it big in the app economy.
1. Free-to-play:
The user gets a free version of the game and can later purchase new upgrades through in-app or in-game purchases. Companies find this model most profitable as it attracts a large number of consumers and this initial wide base of users is used to reap profits later, through upselling of premium services to them.
2. Pay to Play:
The users can download the game on their mobile or PCs in exchange for payment. This form of distribution is usually used for online game downloads (PC and mobile games)
3. Player to player:
In this model, the digital currency can be exchanged for real currency and vice-versa. Game manufacturers retain a cut from the purchases taking place inside the game.
4. Advertising:
In this model, advertisements are allowed within the game, for which the game developers earn a revenue. The advertisement can be played before the game begins or after it ends. The advertisement can be inserted within the game in the form of a banner or the entire footage can be played in between levels. This model is most commonly used in online games.
5. Subscription:
The customer is charged a fee for playing a game for a given period of time. Players all over the world, connect to a single central server and do not stop their subscription in order to keep the game continuously available to them.
6. Microtransaction:
At present, this business model is gaining massive popularity and widespread adoption. Consumers are needed to purchase additional digital content for their games. These include new game challenges, in-game items, new avatars, etc. The trend towards personalizing the gaming experience has ensured this business model remains a favourite among the crowd.
Lack of investment acts as a major roadblock to the mobile gaming industry. In the absence of funds, access to world-class infrastructure and talent becomes limited. The continuous need to create content that will capture the audience's attention too is becoming an issue, as gaming experts say that all possible innovations and methods of gameplay have been explored. In spite of such limitations, digital gaming is still thriving and new business models are being explored to reap maximum benefits.


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Sure Fit, Inc.
On December 30, 2009, Argosy Private Equity invested in Sure Fit, Inc. Headquartered in Allentown, PA, Sure Fit (www.surefit.com) is the nation's leading provider of ready-made slipcovers, fitted removable furniture covers used primarily for redecoration and protection. The Company offers slipcovers and related accessories through both the retail market and direct channels. Sure Fit Retail sells through national retailers and their captive websites, independent internet retailers, and third party catalogs. Sure Fit Direct sells products through a Company-owned website and catalog, as well as advertisements through television, magazines and other marketing media.
Sure Fit has been the acknowledged category leader since the Company's founding in 1914, and features high levels of brand recognition, established relationships with leading national retailers, and a consistently updated array of targeted products, many of which are patent-protected. Argosy Private Equity co-invested alongside Guardian Capital Partners, a Wayne, PA-based lower middle market private equity firm, to fund the purchase of Sure Fit's assets from the prior owners, D.E. Shaw & Co.


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In this episode, Sarah and Katie take a crack at one of Canada's strangest mysteries: The Mad Trapper of Rat River. Travel back to 1931, when a man calling himself 'Albert Johnson' led the Canadian police on a 150-mile chase -- all without saying a word.
Topics in this Podcast: Crime, canada, Canadian history, exhumations, 20th century, history mysteries


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Just a reminder to all our Brit members that today is Mothering Sunday (aka Mother's day).
Go on, give her a call if you can (just watch the time difference or you may get an earful).
Just a reminder to all our Brit members that today is Mothering Sunday (aka Mother's day).
Go on, give her a call if you can (just watch the time difference or you may get an earful).
you're a good un Nid, take no notice of your mom, the clocks went forward last night
mine passed years ago unfortunately and much too young. Beautiful woman inside and out, she always wanted a little girl, my dad gave her 4 boys, those boys gave her 3 more boys before she passed. I have 2 girls though, one named after her and I can see my mom in both of them
look after your mom, you only get one.
Yer a champ Nid, I was none the wiser.
My Mum went into hospital yesterday morning had a new knee put in yesterday afternoon. Just spoke to her this morning had breakfast and pain killers now looking forward to lunchtime.
Thanks for the reminder, Nid.
Done. One happy mother.
Better to think inside the pub, than outside the box?
I apologize if any offence was caused. unless it was intended.
You people, you think I know feck nothing; I tell you: I know feck all
Those who cannot change their mind, cannot change anything.
Glad to have helped. Its difficult to remember for us as the day is different here. I admit I normally forget, but was in UK a couple of days ago and saw it was coming. Left a few goodies around the house for the old girl.
Taking Mary to London on Mothering Sunday, going to lay a bouquet of flowers at Westminster bridge to remember the Mothers who lost their children.
It's showing the spirit of the Blitz, the stoic strength of My English Rose Mary. They cannot cower us Brits .
Then lunch at Coventry St at the "Budda Gump Shrimp Co" with head chef Forest.
Christ, what a load of mawkish old cobblers. Mothering Sunday is a contrived event, a bogus commemoration founded on celebrating mother church within christian liturgy that was hijacked in America for dreary sentimental reasons now capitalised by card companies, florists and restaurants.
Respecting motherhood on this day as some bullshit consolation for months of neglect is pitiful and utterly hypocritical.
Still, you're a kunt if you don't.
A simple Facebook message will suffice.
Fuck, says it all.
Gotta dip me hand in me cheepy Charlie wallet to purchase flowers, will the shop give discount for flowers on Westminster bridge, Mother's Day flowers are sooo overpriced therefore I want the daily rate, not triple price.
If they don't give me discount then I will go to the local cemetery, there's plenty of fresh free flowers on Mothers Day.
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Thank you. Although it must be said that other bits and pieces are important too.Originally Posted by VocalNeal
Originally Posted by nidhogg
It would be nice if a portion of the forum could be set aside for the more intelligent members.
If you're interested the wiki article explains the history and diversity of the event throughout the world.
Originally Posted by Digby Fantona
you seriously dont know the answer to that??
Originally Posted by Digby Fantona
(same same but a bit different, and increasingly merged).
As an Antipodean, "Mothering" sounded rather coarse to my ears. Glad it was all about celebration of actual mothering.
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In my travels as a leadership keynote speaker, I have in-depth conversations with high-profile leaders from all over the world. As I work with these men and women to foster stronger, more present leadership, one of the themes that recurs most often is the idea of "self-mastery": understanding the basic truths that define you, both personally and professionally. This process should be a critical first step in everyone's leadership journey, and I've found that personality tests can dramatically streamline the process of self-discovery.
But with so many tests available—and options ranging from five-minute online surveys to five-month intensive trainings—how do you know which one is best? This process is very personal and therefore quite subjective, so I'll discuss a few of my favorite leadership personality tests and let you find your ideal match.
But here's the good news: whichever personality test you choose, the most important thing I've found is to simply find one and stick with it. This will enable you to not only use it as a tool to develop your own skills, but also to gain insight into your employees and the other members of your leadership team.
A Leadership Keynote Speaker's Top 3 Leadership Personality Tests
As an international leadership keynote speaker and somebody who's been in top leadership roles for decades, I have had firsthand experience with many different leadership personality tests. Here are my top three, with quick explanations of their strengths and the situations in which I believe they're most useful.
DISCⓇ ⓇⓇ Ⓡ Profile: With roots in Jungian psychology and applications in just about every facet of personal and professional life, the DISC Profile has been around since 1928—and continues to be one of the most widely used tests. DISC assesses four primary behavior types: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness and Compliance.
I used DISC extensively in my car dealership business because it was easy to use, cost effective and a great coaching tool. Every member of our staff, myself included, had a DISC profile. This helped our leadership make sure that we had the right people in the right jobs, and then help those people develop and get promoted through the business over time—thus creating a powerful culture of promotion from within.
Emergenetics: Based on psychometric and neurological research, Emergenetics measures four thinking preferences (Analytical, Structural, Social and Conceptual) as well as three behavior preferences (Expressiveness, Assertiveness and Flexibility). By revealing your thinking and behavioral patterns, Emergenetics can unveil which kinds of interactions and activities are effortless for you, and which come at great energy cost.
Both in my own experience and talking to my leadership keynote speaker audience members, I have found that Emergenetics can be especially insightful in the development of management-level employees. The company's Emergenetics+ App also gives you handy access to everyone's profile anytime, anywhere.
Maxwell Leadership Assessment: While self-assessment should always be the foundation of any leadership personality test, a new wrinkle offered by the Maxwell Leadership Assessment is external feedback. This comprehensive tool not only provides measurement with regard to 64 distinct leadership attributes—it also allows an unlimited number of "raters" to provide anonymous and unedited written feedback. This will help you understand strengths and growth areas by audience as well as by task and behavior.
Real-World Example: What You'll Learn from Leadership Personality Tests
On one occasion, we had a sales executive called Mark. He was a very nice guy with terrific product knowledge and great customer service skills. The only problem: Mark had an extremely difficult time asking for the business, and therefore didn't sell as much as he should have for someone of his ability. Eventually, his sales performance fell to a level where we should have fired him. It was frustrating for all concerned.
But instead of firing Mark, we reviewed his DISC profile—and realized that he was better suited to a different role! With his agreement, we moved him from a direct selling role to more of a customer service role as a service receptionist. He excelled in this new role, as it played to his strengths; customers benefited from his product knowledge and friendly demeanor, while he didn't have to sell anything. Without the benefit of his personality profile we would probably not have been able to salvage this valuable employee.
When I am speaking to business owners and CEOs in my capacity as a leadership keynote speaker, I often tell them that these tools are so easy-to-use and accurate that it is negligent not to use them. Still not sure how profoundly a leadership personality test can impact your business? Start by taking one yourself—then use your newfound knowledge to foster growth in your leadership team and ultimately, all your employees.
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Takutai beach house Punakaiki
- House
- Sleeps: 9
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 1–2 nights
Bach or holiday home, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 9)
Property Manager
karen dickson
- Languages:
- english
About karen dickson
We have lived in Punakaiki since 1993 and built our accommodation and horse trekking business up over this time. We have 6 accommodation options ranging from studio cottages to a large 3 bedroom beach house. We also run a great team of horses we work with and offer treks into the Punakaiki valley within the Paparoa National Park, with the ride finishing along the beach. Takutai was built in 2014.
Why karen dickson chose Punakaiki
Large, spacious ocean front property, ideally suited for family gatherings. We are 500m south of the Pancake Rocks.
What makes this House unique
Near Punakaiki river mouth, Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park at doorstep
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- No Smoking
- Bathrooms: 2
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
No parties/events
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Children allowed
Max guests:9 (sleeps up to 9 adults)
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No refunds for cancellations made after payment is made
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Fantastic house and awesome location
Unique property. Perfect for large groups. Most comfortable bunk I've every slept in!
Thanks, great you enjoyed the house and surrounds!
This awesome house is located 300m from the Pancake Rocks and on the doorstep of the Paparoa National Park.


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"They say about me…"
Having come from several years of audio visual production and navigating the world of mainstream television, lrina went through a process of self exploration and radically changed her direction. She expanded her repertoire into exploring the places of her own artistic expression. From there she related this knowledge back to the body through her personal investigation of body treatments and therapies. Irina began developing, teaching and sharing her own signature therapies in depth. Years later, she studied the Aura Reading method and integrated it into her development. From that moment on she has being giving sessions wherever she is, to help people with the understanding of their own process, sharing tools to "Access your true self"; your own potential.
More than ten years ago lrina's life encountered Contact lmprovisation and from that moment on CI became the central focus of her actions. Regardless of whether she was exploring CI through learning, organizing events, festivals or teaching. This dance has impacted her methods quite profoundly. lrina has travelled and studied CI with different teachers of international recognition. Driven by the urge to share her dance, she has danced in Germany, France, Finland, Israel, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Spain, Argentina, among other places. During the last 8 years, she has been one of the group creators and organizers of IBIZA CONTACT FESTIVAL. She also teaches dance in different parts of the world. While her movement exploration and life research continued, she developed and founded her own method THEONEDANCE, the encounter between MINDFULNESS and MOVEMENT; a deep listening to the inner voice. Now she goes around the world sharing her teaching, her own medicine.
Irina has practiced Yoga for over 20 years and in the last 10 years her practice of meditation has been fundamental in the meeting with herself and the development of her work. She has incorporated into her knowledge training classes, based on the Pilates technique, to increase body awareness. This is why her experiential retreats include MEDITATION, TRAINING, MOVEMENT, as the three pillars of practice to "Access your true self," to deepen into your own potential, to increase the listening to yourself.
What has happened very naturally is that people have been approaching her, looking for her depth, wisdom, commitment and dedication to understanding her own personal process. They have followed Irina's experience and the personalized work she does with them. She has been creating and holding personal processes for people in different parts of the world. Based on this experience, she offers 5 days of change: An all meeting to deepen your truth, to feel yourself from inside, to listen to yourself, to understand and respect yourself, to start the journey on your own path, or to increase your peace walking it.
In Ibiza, where she has lived for more than 15 years, she has opened the world of interpretation and improvisation. Since 2008, she has been creating a variety of shows for private events that have included dancing and/or modeling. Her specialty is the creation of life characters, hosting events by dancing or even including guests in the performative act. In recent years she has been chosen to create and lead special events and different ceremonies such as weddings. Her way of working is through the inclusion of your own vision, creating that special time together, so you can feel and express the vision of your dream and bring it into reality: you will work together with her.
"I share the expression of myself, in many ways, and what I like is to be available for this to happen, knowing that what actually happens is that IT HAPPENS THROUGH ME, and that my true and only job is simply to let it happen. THANK YOU for every opportunity you offer me to open up to share it." Irina
Irina also does:
PERSONALIZED YOGA TRAINING and PILATES
combined with body awareness exercises.
A training for body-mind-soul:
Irina's classes are a balanced combination of Yoga and Pilates, helping participants to develop personal body awareness. Her classes bring the depth of the Yoga Practice and complement it with the core strength exercises that Pilates works.
Tune your body with precise techniques and micro-movements to work deeper muscle groups.
Enhance the focus of your mind – Exercises are designed to sharpen thinking and concentration.
Work with the breath to give a physical understanding of release and focus of the attention to your body.
xplore how to use the "right amount" of energy, as a practice to bring to your life.
Physical control/precision
Fluidity of movement
Centering and grounding
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* To Compliment your workout and to maximize the benefits meditation is done before the practice starts in order to help train our attention.
Irina's art is expressed through a technique called REAL TIME COMPOSITION, which allows her and the audience to sense that what is happening is created right in the moment. This keeps the act alive and touches people.
You can choose one of her characters or create together a situation related to what you would like to offer. Her specialty is to create life characters that host the event, dance and play with the audience or guests. A performance may combine treatments to include a Reiki session or massage or offer the guests a unique experience of a sensorial journey. She creates and host special events, different Ceremonies (WEDDINGS). Her way of working is through the inclusion of your own vision, creating that special time together, so you can feel the expression of your dream vision into reality: we work together..
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Carol Reese cannot imagine doing anything else but teaching. The West Ridge Middle School gifted and talented teacher said she most enjoys watching her students come up with ideas and become engaged.
Reese is one of eight Austin-area educators selected as a finalist for H-E-B's 2019 Excellence in Education awards. She was among 40 finalists statewide who were surprised at their schools with balloons, cookies, flowers and cash prizes. The nomination came with a $1,000 reward for the campus and $1,000 for the teacher.
"I am grateful to H-E-B for supporting teachers and schools the way they do," she said. "I am honored and humbled, truly. To be named a finalist. It's really incredible."
Reese got her start 42 years ago as a teacher in Wisconsin, where she taught for eight years. She then moved to the Austin area and began substitute teaching for the Eanes and Round Rock school districts. In 1983, she was hired to teach gifted and talented at Hill Country Middle School. When West Ridge Middle School opened in 1987, she was asked to lead the gifted and talented program and she's been there since.
Reese works mainly with that program but also teaches Above and Beyond, an elective class that focuses on philosophy, law and engineering.
Her students are working on a variety of projects ranging from a history project on West Ridge Middle School to locker room redesigns, an issue her class found was a student concern. Some of her students also tutor students at Barton Creek Elementary School.
Reese also serves as district coordinator for the Destination Imagination International Creative Problem-Solving Organization and sponsor for the Future City Engineering Program, Model U.N., Elementary School STEAM Days, and the Student Stock Market Game. She also serves as a team mentor for the youth organizing the annual TEDxYouth@Austin event each spring.
She said these projects and clubs require communication, collaboration and critical and creative thinking skills -- the makings of a 21st-century learner.
"Our district has a focus on ensuring kids are well-rounded, engaged and healthy," Reese said. "We are trying to create lifelong learners, and I will do everything in my power to keep that going."
Principal Dianne Carter said Reese's programs, clubs and classes create opportunities for kids to be creators, innovators, explorers, discoverers and engineers.
"The amount of time and energy she has invested over the years to give our students an opportunity to learn well outside of the norm is immeasurable," Carter said. "The impact she has had has undoubtedly changed our world in many ways whether we realize it or not."
Reese said she tries to take on challenges she finds interesting and hopes others will be interested, too, whether that's robotics, coding or debate club.
Reese was chosen by regional judging panels made up of former winners, community leaders and administrators. To compete for the state awards, each finalist will be interviewed by a statewide panel of judges.
Finalists are chosen in three teaching categories: Rising Star, for teachers with 10 or fewer years of experience; Leadership, for those with 10 to 20 years of experience; and Lifetime Achievement, for educators with at least 20 years of experience. The program also doles out awards to principals.
Eight winners — two in each category — will be awarded between $5,000 and $25,000, depending on the category. The winners, who will be announced in May at an awards ceremony in Austin, also will receive up to $25,000 for their campuses.
"I love teaching," Reese said. "I love being here with kids. I love playing with ideas and seeing what they do with them. I think it's just a passion for me. It's been my career, and it's what I love."


text: While working on a postgraduate research project on Pharmacovigilance through a grant from The University of Ferrara Italy and utilizing resources available at Queens University in New York, our founder Eric became increasingly aware that besides the safety concern of the drugs marketed in most developing countries and even some developed nations, access and cost were major issues to address. The average life expectancy in most developing countries is 63 years mainly due to infant mortality and lack of management of chronic diseases like hypertension, diabetes and many others. On frequent trips to Africa and other developing countries during the project, he realized that most drugs commonly used to manage these chronic conditions were either unavailable, substandard or very costly and unaffordable due to inefficiency in supply chain, lack of inventory management or unscrupulous middle men price hikes.


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2017 Conversion Rate Optimization Trends
Like all marketing fields, conversion rate optimization changes regularly. Stay ahead of the curve by using these upcoming trends.
Like all marketing fields, conversion rate optimization changes regularly. Stay ahead of the curve by using these upcoming trends.
The productivity of a conversion rate optimization team is critical to the success of the company. Follow these rules to be more productive.
Using multiple tools in a conversion optimization process presents significant challenges for CRO teams.
Optimizing a website or app requires a collaborative culture of conversion optimization. Learn how to get everyone in your organization on board.
A conversion optimization framework is an objective way to prioritize your A/B testing ideas.
Many websites make the mistake of redesigning their website all at once. Instead, create a higher converting website with Evolutionary Site Redesign.
Data is the lifeblood of conversion rate optimization. These best practices will help you protect, handle and use it properly for your experiments.
One of the reasons CRO efforts fail is because of a lack of a dedicated team. Here are the skills and roles you need on your conversion optimization team.
When it comes to optimizing a website, we have two methodologies in our toolbox: Conversion Centered Design or User Experience Design.
Conversion Optimization is a relatively new field and as such companies adopting it might not be doing it right. We have noticed shortcuts being taken and corners being cut in what should otherwise be a rigorous scientific method. Want to know how effective your team is compared to the best optimization teams out there? Struggling to get to the next level and need some guidance? Take our free survey We will send you an actionable report on how to improve the efficiency and productivity of your Conversion Optimization team


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I also don't really like to release software until it's really useful, and this means I have to at least do the features I've drafted. I need the opportunity to put perhaps three more solid days' work into this package before I can release it, and that's without the ability to use general functions in the workflow.
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POE, Merle 1895-1965
Posted By: Tammy (email)
Date: 9/30/2015 at 19:15:01
Mrs. Merle Poe, 70, Lifelong Resident, Dies At Hospital
Mrs. Merle Poe, 70, passed away Wednesday, at the Evangelical hospital in Marshalltown where she had been a patient with a heart condition for 10 days.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Conrad Methodist church, with Rev. R. O. Grote officiating. Burial was in the Conrad cemetery.
Special music for the service was provided by soloist Russell Kruse and organist Mrs. Laverne Ferneau.
Casket bearers were Clinton Bunn, Dr. J. L. Hesselhuus, James Jebousek, Otto Haren, Burl Bone and A. B. Cooper.
Flower attendants were Clinton Bunn, Mrs. Jennibelle Clay and Mrs. Robert Zern.
She was born March 26, 1895, near Conrad, a daughter of Frank and Orilla Arney Miller, and had lived her entire life in the Conrad and Liscomb communities. She was married to Harry Poe on February 24, 1915 at Marshalltown, and they lived their married life in Grundy county. Mr. Poe died in 1957.
Mrs. Poe was a member of the Methodist church of Conrad and the Woman's Society of Christian Service of the church. She was a loving mother, a kind friend and a good neighbor and will be missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include one son, Cleo, of Conrad and five grandsons. She was preceded in death, also by a daughter Reba, one brother, Charlie Miller and a sister Nellie Brindle.
--The Grundy Register (Grundy Center, Iowa), 18 November 1965, pg 13
Grundy Obituaries maintained by Tammy D. Mount.
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Quite often people use the terms dementia and Alzheimer's interchangeably. In reality, while these two conditions have similarities, they are not the same. Knowing the differences can ensure your loved one gets the best care possible.
Dementia vs Alzheimer's
Not understanding the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease can cause confusion for patients as well as their loved ones.
Put simply, the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's is that dementia is a brain disorder that negatively affects a person's ability to perform daily activities as well as their ability to communicate. While Alzheimer's, on the other hand, is a type of dementia that affects specific areas of a person's brain that control memory, thought, and language.
Oftentimes, dementia is used as a term to describe different types of symptoms or diseases that impact memory and thinking, and while Alzheimer's is a cause of dementia it is not uncommon for other diseases to cause it as well.
These include:
- Parkinson's disease
- Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
- Huntington's disease
While the term dementia is used to cover many types of conditions, Alzheimer's is a very specific disease with its own symptoms. These symptoms include:
- Confusion
- Impaired thought processes
- Impaired Speech
How Is Dementia Different from Alzheimer's?
If you're wondering how to tell the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's, the only way to do so is to go to the doctor and have tests run. It is only after ruling certain conditions out and doing blood tests that you will know with any certainty which condition your loved one has.
The main difference between the two is that some forms of dementia are temporary or even reversible, but Alzheimer's never is. This is especially true if the dementia is caused by a vitamin deficiency or drug interaction.
Some people wonder is dementia an illness or a condition? As dementia is a more general name for many diseases and is not a specific disease itself, calling it a condition makes more sense.
Symptoms of Dementia
Many of the symptoms of dementia are similar to symptoms of Alzheimer's, which makes sense as Alzheimer's is a form of dementia. If your loved one is suffering from either, you can expect to see differentiating levels of memory loss, a decrease in their ability to focus or pay attention, and impaired reasoning and judgement skills.
So, is dementia the same as Alzheimer's? In some ways yes but in many ways no. It can be confusing, but it helps to remember that Alzheimer's is merely one cause of dementia.
If you have a loved one with symptoms of dementia, talk to their primary care physician so they can help determine the type of dementia they have and the cause of it. While Alzheimer's does cause 50% to 70% of all dementia cases, there are other causes as well.
Then the question is less what is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's and more how can I make my loved one happier, healthier, and provide them with a higher quality of life for longer.


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Wheaton offers limited need-based financial aid to international students based on a combination of financial need and academic performance. Applicants who wish to be considered for financial aid must file the 2019 – 2020 International Student Financial Aid Application (pdf) by the financial aid deadline of the admission decision plan they have chosen (please refer to the table below). In addition, all applicants for admission must also complete the 2019 – 2020 International Student Certification of Finances form.
Please note: the financial aid deadline for international students who wish to apply through Wheaton's Early Action admission program is November 20th. The financial aid deadline for international students who wish to apply through Wheaton's Regular Decision admission program is January 1st.
Wheaton offers an academic scholarship program to recognize outstanding secondary school achievement. Citizens of any country are eligible for these funds which range in value from U.S. $88,000 to U.S. $100,000 over the course of a student's four years at Wheaton (annual value $22,000 to $25,000). In addition, Wheaton offers a limited number of International Student Scholarships ranging from to $5,000 to $15,000, renewable each year, to students who have excelled in the classroom and in extracurricular activities and/or community service. The Admission Committee selects scholarship recipients from the general applicant pool; no additional application is necessary.
Deadlines for Applying for Need-based Financial Aid
|Application Plan
|Due Date
|Early Decision 1, All Applicants:Early Decision 2, All Applicants:
|November 20
January 1
|Early Action, U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents:Early Action, Non U.S. Citizens:
|November 20
|Regular Decision Fall, U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents:
|February 1
|Regular Decision Fall, Non U.S. Citizens:
|January 1
|Transfer Fall, All Applicants:
|April 1
|Transfer Spring, All Applicants:
|November 1
|Returning Students:
|April 20


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This European Country Will Make All Short-Haul Flights Completely Electric By 2040
It will be the first in the world — and we're massive fans.
Norway — what did we do to deserve you?
Already, the scandinavian country has more electric cars than anywhere else in the world — indeed, electric and hybrid cars accounted for over half of all new registered vehicles in 2017.
But they've just leveled up, hitting new heights in the global race for green energy.
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Norway is now aiming for all short-haul flights to be completely electric powered by 2040.
It will be the first country in the world to make the transition, according to Dag Falk-Petersen, chief executive of Avinor, the state-owned operator of Norwegian airports.
"We think that all flights lasting up to 1.5 hours can be flown by aircraft that are entirely electric," Falk-Petersen said, which will cover all domestic flights and some to neighbouring countries too. "When we will have reached our goal, air travel will no longer be a problem for the climate — it will be a solution."
Norway is leading the world in the sale of electric cars https://t.co/UTrKk6dlaipic.twitter.com/1BBtTcEV6F— World Economic Forum (@wef) January 13, 2018
The state-led move away from fossil fuels sets a huge benchmark of progress in the fight against climate change. Beyond that, electric planes will help halve noise pollution, as well as the operating costs of the aircrafts. However, Falk-Petersen said that biofuels and hybrid solutions would be an important intermediary until the a total overhaul could be achieved.
But it's not all plane-sailing (sorry). Norway may very well be a world leader in electric cars by market share, but it's also the largest producer of oil and gas in Western Europe, according to the Guardian.
Read More: Norway Just Proved That a Future With 100% Renewable Energy Cars Is Possible
However, time's are a-changing: the Norwegian Central Bank, which runs the country's trillion-dollar wealth fund, plans to dump investments in the world's biggest oil corporations like BP, Royal Dutch Shell, and ExxonMobil to make the fund "less vulnerable to a permanent drop in oil and gas prices".
The wealth fund, officially known as the Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG), has been built from two decades worth of energy revenue.
It's a busy news time in Norway. On Thursday alone they made headlines for suspending arms sales to the United Arab Emirates, becoming the first nordic country to completely ban fur farming, and for planning on following Portugal in decriminalising drugs to reduce overall harm.
Meanwhile, in recent months, Oslo, its capital, has subsidised the cost of electric bikes for all its residents. Norway has already done away with landfills, and now the whole country is trying to reduce its carbon emissions to zero through something called a "carbon capture system". Even its far-right fail at being racist — mistaking a photo of seats on a bus for several Muslim women wearing burkas.
Norway is reaching for the skies, and on all sorts of other issues, a star or two is reaching back.
.@erna_solberg#throwback to 1 year ago when we talked about how important it is to #FundEducation. Now it's time… Will 🇳🇴 lead in Senegal on 2/2/18 with a $375M USD pledge to @GPforEducation? @email@example.com/KRFXbmMSbj— Rihanna (@rihanna) January 17, 2018
Rihanna tweeted Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg on January 17 to raise the issue of girl's education, an area that Global Citizen campaigns on. There are 130 million girls around the world who should be in school, but are not — and the pop star urged Solberg to commit to funding the fight to change this through the Global Partnership for Education (GPE).
It's just in time for the replenishment for GPE, to be held in Senegal in February — which gives countries the chance to pledge funding to continue the fight to get every child around the world in school.
Global Citizen campaigns on the Global Goals, including Goal No.13 for climate action. Take action with us here.


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Completing a large project or a dissertation can be one of the biggest sources of stress for a student so having a dedicated supervisor by your side to support and guide you is vital.
This award goes to a Postgraduate teaching staff member or supervisor to recognise their contribution to your academic experience.
This award is for a staff member who shows passion and enthusiasm for teaching and inspires their students to be the best they can be.
This award is for a staff member or a student who champions student employability and career development and to thank those who put students' futures in the heart of everything they do
This award goes to an individual that enables students to progress by giving feedback that is effective and can be acted upon.
Your Personal Tutor can often be a life-line during your time at University on all things academic and pastoral.
Supporting students throughout their time at University can make a world of difference. Be it a staff member from Disability Assist, the UPSU Advice Centre, The Writing Café, PALS or elsewhere, these individuals can truly be one in a million.
This award is for a Programme Lead who has made a recognisable difference to your experience within your Programme.
This is awarded to anyone who makes the day-to-day experience of university for students and staff just that little bit better
This award is for a member of staff who made a significant positive impact on your placement. This can be either a year out placement, part of your course, an internship, or summer placement.
This award is for somebody who thinks outside the box when delivering the curriculum.
This award celebrates academics who have equipped students with the knowledge, skills and attributes required to live and work sustainably.
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Schools Reps are elected to represent the views of students in their School, this can sometimes be a challenging role. A School Rep who listens to students and influences real change deserves recognition!
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Habits are difficult to break and they are difficult to make. The good news is that you can make a new habit but it will take a lot of effort to do. Do not waste time trying to break an old habit because you cannot. I do not believe in breaking habits. You have a habit because it fulfils a need you have. Instead of breaking a habit you should figure out why you have that habit and based on what you find you can make a new habit.
Your body takes about three weeks to get used to something new; it will adapt to new conditions and influences in just three weeks. E.g. if you prefer to drink a certain brand of coffee and you choose to change brand and drink the new brand for about three weeks then you will most likely prefer the new brand over the old one.
It is important, though, that you have your mind set on this change because if you say to yourself: "This coffee really sucks!" every time you drink the new brand, then your mind will focus on the old brand and nothing will change. It is essential that you want the change.
It takes more time to make it a habit
Getting used to something new is not enough to make it a habit. The three weeks as a rule of thumb is to be seen everywhere, but a habit takes the time a habit takes. How long a habit takes to be formed depends on the nature of the habit and the person trying to make the habit. Research shows that a habit takes everything between 18 to 254 days to form. The average is about two months. You can read more about this here.
To make sure that your habit will stick you have to keep your focus and mind set on your new habit for 3-8 months. You have to perform your habit every day and not miss a single day. Habits take hard work, but they are usually worth it if you are trying to make good habits.


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