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Family Of The Year
Tuesday 10th January 2012
Most bands function like a family, seeing how touring, writing, and studio time force them to share a lot of small spaces for extended periods of time. But Family of the Year has taken that familial feeling a step further, and not just with its moniker. The members of the Los Angeles outfit have formed unbreakable bonds amongst themselves that come from cohabitating in a run-down house and relying on each other for inspiration and support, which has led to the kind of camaraderie that allows members to finish each other's sentences. It also doesn't hurt that frontman Joe Keefe and drummer Sebastian Keefe are real-life siblings. Not surprisingly, many of the group's songs feature numerous voices, and more than a few include a chorus of joyous handclaps. Some even sound like they should be sung by the tight-knit group around the campfire while the s'mores are melting and the wine is flowing, especially the ones that name-drop members of the band. Guitarist Jamesy Buckey, in particular, has received the lion's share of shout-outs in FOTY songs, to the point where it's become a Family tradition. Family of the Year's story began in 2009, when Joe assembled a band around an album, Songbook, that he completed while decompressing from a five-year stint with Unbusted, the alt-rock trio he started in Boston with Sebastian that gained some notoriety for its inclusion on the soundtrack to the Farrelly brothers' film Stuck On You. Instead of relying on the distortion of his past, suddenly pianos, horns, acoustic guitars, and other assorted instrumentation were being used to display a more sophisticated—yet equally as playful—indie-rock sound that brings to mind classic pop bands like The Smiths, The Byrds, Fleetwood Mac, and The Go-Betweens.
To say that Family of the Year has accomplished a lot in a short amount of time would be an understatement. In addition to Songbook, the band has issued a pair of EPs on its own Washashore Records imprint, 2009's Where's The Sun and 2010's Through The Trees, and songs from all three discs have made their way onto various international releases. Media attention has come from various corners of the world, including heavy rotation on French radio as well as glowing reviews from NME, the BBC, and Spin. Now the group is preparing for its busiest schedule yet, with shows and tours being planned around two new releases: the St. Croix EP, which is coming out on Sept. 27, and the full-length Diversity, which is due in early 2012. In addition to plenty of stateside dates, the Family plans to return overseas, where it has already developed a significant fanbase. In early 2011, the band played sold-out shows in England and across Europe, including a triumphant set at France's largest music festival, Les Vieilles Charrues. The list of artists that FOTY has played with over the years is notable, including Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeroes (who took the band on tour early in its career), Mumford & Sons, Gomez, and The Antlers, though arguably the most impressive opening gig so far was when the band warmed up a Ben Folds performance with the Boston Pops Orchestra. Handpicked by Folds and Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart, Family of the Year beat out 700 other hopeful artists to open the Oct. 2009 event. Not a bad way to spend your third show ever. "We went back home to Boston to play at Symphony Hall, which was the sweetest homecoming ever," says Joe. "The show was amazing. Our mom got to stay at a nice hotel and get dressed up and come see us play. Musically we were a bit shaky, it being our third gig, but it was a great room to play in." Proving its versatility, the Family has made fans of a couple of fellow Massachusetts-bred musicians who, on the surface at least, don't have much in common: singer-songwriter Willy Mason and Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler. Mason contributed to the reggae-tinged "The Princess And The Pea" on Through The Trees, while the demon of screamin' discovered Family of the Year through a mutual connection and compared what he heard to "The Mamas And The Papas on acid." Interestingly enough, the Keefe brothers used to live next to the apartment in Boston that once housed Aerosmith. "I don't think Steven Tyler is getting a tattoo anytime soon, but he likes our music," says Sebastian. "We had the opportunity to meet him once, and he was really cool." But a band is only as good as its most recent output, which is why it's fair to say that Family of the Year has positioned itself for greatness. Recorded by what now constitutes the core of FOTY—Joe (vocals, guitar), Sebastian (drums, vocals), Buckey (guitar, vocals), and Christina Schroeter (keyboards, vocals)—the group completed 14 songs with producer Wally Gagel at his new studio in Hollywood. A few were set aside for St. Croix, which, like Diversity, is being released by tinyOGRE Entertainment. This is the first time that the band has worked with a producer and gone outside of its own camp to release its music. "We had been talking to other labels, and we just feel really good about tinyOGRE," says Sebastian.
"For almost two years we were a completely do-it-yourself band, just our manager and us. When we met tinyOGRE, it seemed like they were really excited about letting us keep doing what we're doing." With Gagel's assistance, the band has crafted a stirring set of songs teeming with catchy melodies, clever ruminations on love, heartbreak, and staying up late enough to watch the sun rise, and a cosmopolitan flavor enhanced by the fact that the members of Family of the Year hail from all over the globe. After being born in Martha's Vineyard, the Keefe brothers followed their father's bloodline back to Wales during their formative years (during which time Britpop was booming); Buckey is from Jacksonville, Florida, where he familiarized himself with that town's all-ages punk scene; and Schroeter is the lone Southern California native, having grown up in Huntington Beach, where she inevitably became enamored with the ska scene led by No Doubt. Though still only in their 20s, the members of this Family are music veterans, and the precision with which they play is a testament to all of the hard work that got them here. Gagel is another Boston native, having played with '90s power trio Orbit prior to his current status as half of the hit-making production duo Wax Ltd (he and Xandy Barry have collectively and individually worked with artists like Folk Implosion, Muse, New Order, and The Rolling Stones). Joe had already developed strong ties with Gagel before the band entered the studio. "Having him be a really close friend instead of a random producer assigned to us was really helpful, because you have to be pushed to edit yourself and be better, be stronger, work harder on things," says Joe. "Working with someone like that who knows exactly what we wanted it to sound like with the same exact vision, it was really kind of a no-brainer."
St. Croix's title track and "Living On Love" perfectly encapsulate what FOTY does best, and the two songs will also appear on next year's full-length. "St. Croix" is a dreamy, jangly tune about "a boy from Florida / took a trip to the Caribbean … he came to get over her," and in case you're wondering, yes, it's about Jamesy. "Living On Love" is as spirited as the band members themselves, promoting carpe diem over a bouncy, keyboard-driven rocker that brings to mind Vampire Weekend at its best. As a bonus, the EP features a slow-bumping electro remix of "St. Croix" by Hooray For Earth's Noel Heroux, who over the years has shared various stages with the Keefe brothers. The track is a reminder of their origins, while the EP and LP as a whole are glorious celebrations of just how far they've come. "It feels like the first time in so many ways, because it's the first time things have really clicked," says Joe. "We inspire each other," says Sebastian. "It was important for this record to be something that would stand up as one piece, rather than something that sounded like songs strung together. We really wanted to have a record with a clear identity." And Family of the Year's future is clearly a bright one. Playing every show like it's a special occasional and writing each song with complete conviction has allowed the band to accomplish everything it has set its sights on. As "Living On Love" notes, "they say that you can't get every little thing that you want … it's such a lie."


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When Dan Critchett, a real estate agent, meets a buyer at an open house, a potential client he hopes to woo, he shakes the buyer's hand and offers two business cards. The first is fairly standard, a red rectangle that identifies him as an agent with Stribling & Associates, who can help you buy or sell a home. The second offers something else.
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"Buyer loyalty is one of the most difficult things to obtain," said Mr. Critchett, who is a certified hang gliding instructor. "You've got to have a gimmick."
There are more than 52,000 licensed real estate agents and brokers in New York City, and nearly 28,000 in Manhattan alone. So for those who make a living in this frantic field, one of the greatest challenges is distinguishing themselves from a large and aggressive pack. Some agents and brokers say the most effective way to do this is by skipping the usual client lunches and meetings over drinks, and instead finding unusual ways of spending time together.
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Michael Mansfield of Citi Habitats has gone kayaking in the Hudson River, and Michael Rubin of CORE has tried turkey hunting. Ann Cutbill Lenane of Douglas Elliman arranges a giant scavenger hunt every other year.
And Brian M. Giambalvo, an agent at Corcoran, has picked up several clients in his bright blue Honda sport utility vehicle and taken them to Costco to stock up on 30-packs of toilet paper, vats of hummus and enormous boxes of bandages. And while he's there, he stocks up, too.
In the hope that their clients will not wander over to the competition, ever circling with arms outspread, these brokers and agents try to nudge their professional relationships out of the traditional bounds of business suits and open houses, and toward activities normally reserved for actual friends.
"I love playing beer pong with clients," said Kendrick Reinsch, a 25-year-old agent at Citi Habitats. "Which sounds crazy."
Mr. Reinsch's pong destination of choice is a pirate-themed bar on Bleecker Street in Manhattan called Wicked Willy's, adorned with fake palm trees, faux driftwood, black flags and pirate ships. There, he stands next to his clients and tries to toss table-tennis balls into plastic cups filled with beer at the far end of a long table. Mr. Reinsch, who was in a fraternity as a New York University theater major, is quite good.
"You really have to fight the fun not to enjoy this," he said, plastic cup of Miller Lite in hand. "They're going to have a good time, and they're going to remember me."
He sometimes plays video games with clients as well. And this, he said, helps him drum up more business. "When people get to know you as a friend, they're more likely to refer their friends," Mr. Reinsch said.
While beer pong (also called Beirut) has served him well with many clients, Mr. Reinsch emphasized that Wicked Willy's may not be a good fit for everyone. It could send the wrong message to a high-end buyer, say, or perhaps to an older couple with children, so he approaches potential partners with discretion. Usually, he invites renters who are about his own age.
But in the case of Sarah Rose Katz, a Citi Habitats agent who is also 25, client bonding arose specifically because of an age difference: Her client, Doina Stoiana, 73, who owns a small rental building on the Upper East Side, received an iPhone and an iPad as gifts, and it was Ms. Katz who taught her how to use them.
"It must have been 100 hours," Ms. Katz said of their technology tutorials. "I spent a ridiculous amount of time there. But then we became very close."
Ms. Katz is now the exclusive rental agent for Ms. Stoiana's building, and when Ms. Stoiana and her husband, Mike, bought an apartment this year, Ms. Katz represented them as their agent. Ms. Katz and Ms. Stoiana say they have since gone on excursions, including trips to botanical gardens, and they now communicate almost daily.
"When I tell people in my office," Ms. Katz said, "they say, 'I've never heard of that before. That's insane.' "
Maureen Johnson, a Corcoran broker in East Hampton, says that holding meetings outside of a standard business setting helps to humanize both buyer and broker, so she asks clients to come on joint dog walks. She brings along Max, a Silky Terrier, and Bella, a Schnauzer-Yorkie mix.
"You see each other as real people, not as 'you work for me,' " Ms. Johnson said. "And I don't see you as dollar signs."


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The Activation of the ras Protooncogene and Cancer: The Oncogenic Induction of Cell Proliferation
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Cancer is defined as the abnormal proliferation of cells. This has become an important disease over the last century. The number of cases has risen drastically causing a surge of research in the medical field. There are many ways to study cancer, one of the most popular being the study of the genetic components of the disease. Two major sets of genes associated with cancer are the tumor suppressor genes and the proto-oncogenes. The proto-oncogenes have, in recent studies, been linked to numerous types of cancer. Normally inactive in the cell, the activation by a point or other form of mutation results in their activation and uncontrolled cell proliferation. It is a particular family of proto-oncogenes, the ras family, that has been found to be a common factor in human cancers. This family of oncogenes is involved in cell regulatory processes in its normal state. A process termed guanine nucleotide binding results in the controlled proliferation of cells. The activation of a ras gene product by mutation results in the uncontrolled functioning of this process. Medical researchers have found a point mutation at codon 12 of the ras genetic sequence results in the production of a ras protein that binds permanently in an active form causing the uncontrolled proliferation. The activation of this protein is both irreversible and often lethal.
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Crowley, Peter L., "The Activation of the ras Protooncogene and Cancer: The Oncogenic Induction of Cell Proliferation" (1994). Honors Theses. 190.


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4 Stratasys private acquisition candidates
In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Stratasys Chairman Scott Crump stated the company's intent to further develop 3D printing with metals.
"Because there is so much opportunity we also will selectively grow though M&A," Crump said. "We have an organic project to get Stratasys into additive metal. It's rational to say that through M&A we want to expand with different technology on a dual path."
In a previous post, we looked at 4 publicly traded companies involved in 3D printing with metals. Would any of these companies be an acquisition target for Stratasys? Renishaw has only recently invested in 3D metal printing technology and they are a diversified company. 3D Systems would involve a merger of two industry leaders. ExOne had a recent IPO and has a rich valuation. Arcam has a small market cap currently and a reasonable valuation.
However, there are still a number of private candidates that Stratasys could potentially acquire.
In an earlier post we discussed how Optomec has been working with Stratasys on a joint development project to merge 3D printing with printed electronics. Optomec recently announced a low-cost offering in its line-up of metal 3D Printers named the LENS 450. In addition to the LENS 450, Optomec also offers the LENS MR-7 for research and development, and the LENS 850R production repair system. Materials supported include titanium, stainless steel, nickel, cobalt and other alloys.
EOS is a German company that first developed the very same direct metal laser sintering technology that Optomec uses today. The company offers printers that support plastics, sand, and metals with the EOSINT M 280 being the flagship metals printer. According to an article by Rapid Ready Technology, the company has about 1,100 installed systems worldwide, with revenue in 2011 of about $124 million.
"We have about 400 employees around the globe, with approximately 300 residing at our headquarters," says Andy Snow, North America regional director for EOS. "Out of that 300, about a third of them are dedicated to research and development, and engineering. The remainder are spread out at technology centers around the world." According to Snow, direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) represents the majority of EOS' systems sales.
SLM is a German company offering a series of 4 different 3D metal printing machines. The 10 metal materials supported include titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, and cobalt chromium. They recently announced the establishment of a subsidiary in the US with the company now having direct representation in 38 countries worldwide. The company uses a process called selective laser melting with which they are said to have entered into a commercial relationship with the inventors in the early 2000s.
Established in 2000, Concept Laser specializes only in machines for building in metals, working directly with materials such as Titanium, Aluminium, Inconel, Cobalt Chrome, Stainless Steel, and a range of DIN standard tool steels. In May 2013 it was announced that Concept Laser and EOS agreed to a cross-license that gives each party license rights to the current patent portfolio of the other party. Under the cross-license agreement, Concept Laser and EOS also agreed to withdraw all patent opposition cases that were pending between them. The technology used by Concept Laser referred to as LaserCUSING seems similar to that used by SLM and EOS.
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I'm having the exact same issue but my Code is: WHD01V011-DL7C8J What does this mean? Does it mean my HDD is knackered? I run a Lenovo Diagnostics Test and it passed all barring a few - Smart Drive etc failed. I'm concerned my laptops faulty and wondering if it's quick, easy and CHEAP to repair. ThanksAsh.Read other 1 answers
I get the following failed result code when I perform a hardware scan via Lenovo Solution Center on the SanDisk SSD U110 16GB: WHD00V00S-UL7XVG. Does anyone know why I keep getting this error and how to fix it? I don't even know if this drive is being used for anything. It does not show up under my computer in windows explorer.Thank you! Here are details from the log file:Display name: SanDisk SSD U110 16GB - 14.91 GBs Manufacturer: SandiskModel: SanDisk SSD U110 16GBSerial: 134610403527 Firmware: U21A001 Size: 14.91 GBsPhysical sector size: 512 Logical sector size: 512 Logical sectors: 31277232 Supported standards: ATA8-ACS, ATA7-ATAPI, ATA6-ATAPI, ATA5-ATAPI, ATA4-ATAPI, ATA8-ACS, ATA7-ATAPI, ATA6-ATAPI, ATA5-ATAPI, ATA4-ATAPI Spec version: Unrecognized Version Partition schema: GPT UNALLOCATED: 1.09 MBs Index 1 Size: 14.91 GBs-----Diagnostics SMART Status Test: PassedTargeted Read Test: Passed Random Seek Test: Failed Funnel Seek Test: Failed SMART Short Self Test: Failed-----
The device is a 16GB Solid State Drive (SSD) that is used by the Lenovo box to speed performance by caching frequently-used areas from the main hard disk. The error indicates a fault with the SSD (I have had the same problem on 2 different SSDs after using them for about a year each). I'm not sure why the SSDs seem to keep doing this - perhaps the write cycle count of certain blocks is reached too quickly in this environment, or maybe the ExpressCache software used for this function is not completely bug-free. You can continue to use the SSD as it seems from my experience that it continues to work, but not quite as efficiently as the faulty block(s) would mean the data there would be fetched from the Hard Disk after all. It would be good to hear more on this from Lenovo so that we can figure out the best course of action.Read other 1 answers
After poking around on other threads, there's a chance this is related to the hardware drivers. However, I wasn't able to find a thread with this exact error code, so any help on what this means and how to correct it would be appreciated thanks! This is generating on a LENOVO ideapad Y700 series laptop (15 inch).
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Update your Intel Video driver and the false error from LSC should disappear.WVC007002-UM7YSIw=windowsvc=video cardtest 007result code 002um7ysi is a hash code of the serial number of your machine and useless info<unless you chose to send feeback info to LenovoRead other 1 answers
Hi everyone. Can anyone tell me what this code means. It relates to a failure in the random pattern test on physical memory. Does this mean I have a fault on my installed RAM.Any assistance is much appreciated. CharlieRead other answers
Just got this result. What does this mean??Thanks!Read other answers
Hello everyone now im struggling so bad with this error code on my GPU i have tried several trials and none of them worked such as *uninstall and reinstall *use DDU*Older versions on my driver*latest update on windows and bios*took off battery and discharge the electricity while disabling the driver none worked and when i conducted hardware test i got this result code : WVC000000-UO7C3G i need so bad to know how to fix this because unfortunately my warranty expired 1 week ago and i got this issue few days ago ;c my laptop is a gaming laptop without my GTX it is uselessRead other answers
The Intel Driver & Support Assistant said that it had an update: Intel® Graphics Driver for Windows* [15.40]. When I did a scan with the Lenovo Companion app, it said there were no updates available. Why the difference of opinion betwee the two apps?Read other answers
Hi everybody, I performed a hardware scan and go this result code: WHD400000-UN7YZE What does it mean and what should I do? Thank youRead other answers
I the log seems to only provide the following code (no explanation I can find) for a warning associated with the Quadro M1000M videl memory test. How/where do I determine the significance/explanation of the result code to determine if the problem is sufficient to contact warranty support? Quadro M1000MResult Code: WVC007000-UM7V1E Mark
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is there anyway I can fix or trouble shoot this or will I have to replace it? WDC WD1600AAJS-08PSA0 PassedTargeted Read TestFailedRandom Seek TestPassedFunnel Seek TestPassedSMART Short Self TestWarningSMART Drive Self TestNot ApplicableRead other answers
HI,Community, what means this Error code,it is from Hardware scan at USB.WMB008008-BM8X6JRead other answers
During a hardware scan, the USB test Failed. I got a result code: WMB01A008-WL7A8I.Why did my computer fail the USB test? and how can I fix this probem??Read other answers
Can you tell me what this is for please? I need to assess the potential cost of repair/replacement of pieces/parts vs new computer. Thanks a bunch!Read other answers
Any idea? What can i do?Read other answers
I just had the following hardware scan that resulting in a failed test on one of my storage drives. This comes after a major windows 10 update a few days ago. See the attached report for more info on the failure (SMART Status Test) and the warning (SMART Short Self Test). Can this be repaired or do I need a new drive? Thanks
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After running my hardware scan for my Lenovo laptop, I got a final result code message: W1ZAQMXWQ-8MKSW4FailedWednesday, February 22, 2017 10:38:22 AMHardware scan has detected one or more failures.Reference the error code below when contacting Lenovo support at http://www.lenovo.com/eticketDate run: 2/22/2017 10:38 AMDevice: ST500LT012-1DG142 - 465.76 GBsSpecifically, the view log pointed out SMART Short Self Test, SMART Drive Self Test and Targeted Read Test to have failled a "test". Does anyone know what this information means? What should I do to ensure that this problems can pass the test?Please note that I am no longer under warranty. Thank You!Read other answers
The Lenovo solution centre show failed,And the result code is WVC003002-UL7YLL., the issued device is intel(R) HD Graphics 530.How can I resolve that
=Call the support center or try another video card diag tool to confirm the error(if any).State your video item, you state intel. Do you have the latest driver installed?Read other 1 answers
Hello everybody, I ran Hardware Scan on my laptop (Lenovo Ideapad 700) and an error occured for the first time I own this computer. There is a problem with PCI Express - the result code is: WPE001001-WM7YWF. Could anyone help me, please? Thank you in advance. I attached print screen of the error and the log to this message.
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Hardware scan of my TOSHIBA MK5055GSX - 465.76 GBs HDD failed a "Targeted Read Test" with Result Code: WHD00V002-BO7W4F. All other applicable device tests passed. Lenovo Solution Center Log File attached. What, specifically, does this indicate? Any suggestions or thoughts? System:G580 Laptop (Lenovo) - Type 2689Machine Type Model: 268959345881Windows 10 Home 64-bitRead other answers
HelloJust recieved a hardware scan results witht he following failure.Result code: WHD00V000-UL7XKHDevice: Intel (R) HD Graphics 520please advice...Read other answers
Can't seem to find this in support or forum. The only known regular issue I have is graphics stop/reset while browsing, don't know if it's related.THX!
WCP03E000-UL7BWG, got cut offRead other 1 answers
Hi - When doing my hardware scan, the MotherBoard PCI/PCI e test failed resulting in code: WMB008000-RO8YHK. I have also been having issues with a blinking cursor and a transparent white circle behind the cursor. I'm not sure if this is related, but does anyone know if I need to do a specific driver update or some other way to fix this issue? Thanks for your help!
Might help to know the model number of your computer.Read other 1 answers
Hi, I just bought a brand new Lenovo ideapad Y700 and when I ran the hardware scan, everything passed except for the mathematical operations test for my Intel(R) HD Graphics 530 video card, which resulted in a failure of the hardware scan and a result code of WVC007002-UK7W7N. What should I try to fix this issue?
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Hi, I got this too with my Y700, it's down to the VGA driver rather than the hardware but it shouldn't affect any functonality so no need to worry about it. Hopefully Lenovo will issue a new driver soon to resolve it If you don't want to wait I managed to solve it by installing the most recent driver from the Intel website, please note you won't be able to run this from the .exe download, you'll need to download the zip file, extract it, and then install the driver from device manager.Read other 9 answers
I just had the following hardware scan that resulting in a failed test on one of my storage drives.
This comes after a major windows 10 update a few days ago.
See the attached report for more info on the failure (SMART Status Test) and the warning (SMART Short Self Test).
Can this be repaired or do I need a new drive?
Moderator comment: Model added to subject for clarity.
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Hi Lenboy
Warm Greetings & welcome to Lenovo Community, happy to have you here.As I understand that you are getting an error code while running hardware scan.
Eventually Hard drive is going to fail, backup all your important stuffs & contact Lenovo for new hard drive if system under warranty.
I hope the above information helped you
Please feel free to post in Lenovo Community Forums if you have any further queries!
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Hi,I got an issue with my laptop.It doesn`t start and goes in permant loop to the self repair mode after the Lenovo symbol apears.I made a fullscan from the Hardware.I hope somebody can help me.ThanksRead other answers
I know I am behind the times using a Thinkpad T400 with Windows 7 Pro 64-bit but I am having a heck of a time using this machine as it constantly freezes up. I tried running the diagnostics and it failed on the SMART tests and did not complete the remainder of the tests ie video card, etc. The final result code was:W1UKDVUB5-QE4MD9 Does anybody know what this code means - how much trouble am I in and why is this machine freezing up all the time? Thanks for any thoughts or assistance. LoreleiRead other answers
Ran a Lenovo Diagnostics and an result code popped up when testing Memory. UME3VV3UF-U07AJK Can't find what this means online. The zero may be an 'O' but hard to tell; regardless, both results didn't show anything online. I believe this error is causing the BSOD and preventing me from reimaging the laptop. What can I do the repair it?Read other answers
The desktop is ideacentre 700-25ISH, I bought it for less than two months and actually I was out of town for several weeks last month. It is basically brand new. I run the hardware health check from lenovo companion and got the error code WMB010000-WM7VJI. The reason that I run the test is just because the machine may power off abruptly everyday. And I once got a message like USB port power surge after login. When the machine is down, I have no way to power it up. The only thing I can do is just unplug everything and use the desktop tomorrow.Read other answers
Hi, I just updated the Lenovo Solution Center installed on my Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro.I then performed a hardware scan and got the following result :no issue (green light and the following message : WMB008000-DK7X5L ) and at the same time a PCI / PCI-e Test showed as invalid (white cross on a red background). So what do I have to do ? It looks like the software tells me "no problem" and at the same time highlights an issue at the level of the PCI. Thanks in advance for your help Kind regards Philippe
I have the same problem with my lenovo y700 :/Read other 9 answers
Any Malaware experts out there to take a look at these results and let me know what to do next ????
Refers to my earlier thread this morning about desktop startup errors.
Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2
Scan saved at 13:52:35, on 11/10/2007
Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)
MSIE: Internet Explorer v7.00 (7.00.6000.16544)
Boot mode: Normal
Running processes:
C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MsMpEng.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Symantec Shared\ccSetMgr.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Symantec Shared\ccEvtMgr.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Symantec Shared\SPBBC\SPBBCSvc.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Symantec Shared\CCPD-LC\symlcsvc.exe
C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\ConfigFree\CFSvcs.exe
C:\Program Files\Norton GoBack\GBPoll.exe
C:\Program Files\Google\Common\Google Updater\GoogleUpdaterService.exe
C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\TOSHIBA RAID\Service\kraidsvc.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\VS7Debug\mdm.exe
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This is a duplicate post.
Original thread and HJT log are here
AND has been moved to the MalWare forum,
Looking at firmware Beacon Storage is based on i686 build of Fedora 16. However it ships modified kernel, mplayer, XBMC and e.t.c. components. Legally Lenovo is obliged to release source code for modified GLP components but I can't find any link to modified source code. So here goes a question: Where can I find a link to modified GLP source code that lenovo ships with Beacon Storage.
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Hi, thecus N2520 has similar firware and spec I think you can find gpl therehttp://www.thecus.com/product.php?PROD_ID=87Read other 5 answers
Hello . I just got my Lenovo Yoga 700 today and when i got home and ran tests using the Lenovo solution center, I received the error result code WWF00F000-UL7A7M. What can i do to get rid of it? Thanks, Wes
Hi Wes, The test results just indicates that your WiFi adapter failed the Local Connection test, but that is just a warning, and not an indication of any problem. To verify, open the Lenovo Solutions Center Select Hardware Scan and then Selected Tests. Choose to run only Wireless Adapter test,and then view the resulting log. Lenovo Solution Center (LSC) shows warnings in the Wireless LAN hardware scan testhttps://support.lenovo.com/us/en/documents/ht076691 "These warnings appear due to the state of the network your PC is connected to and not the state of the wireless LAN hardware in the PC. For example, the user may not be connected to a wireless LAN network or the wireless LAN network may not have access to the Internet.These warning messages do not indicate a hardware issue. No hardware should be replaced as a result of these warnings." I get the same code WWF00F000-[encrypted serial number+date] on my system, because I too only connect to a WiFi router, and not via WiFi to a Local Area Network (LAN) so nothing to worry about. Cheers,Read other 1 answers
hello, I got the above failures. What should I do?Read other answers
Howdy all-- The two USB 3 ports on the left side (when facing) have died. On one, the tab that guides in the plug has been pushed in. The other is fine and was working until a few days ago. I got a power surge warning and the working port failed. As in the past, I deleted drivers blah blah blah but this time with no result. The port supplies power, but no data connection. Lenovo Hardware scan reported...TEST_MOTHERBOARD_USB_TEST:::2.1.4:::u:::1 had failed. Result Code: WMB0000F00008-HO0W7L Can anybody translate that?(Yeah yeah, wise guys, I know what yer thinking: it translates to "you're **** outta luck." Serious answers, plz!) Thanks.Read other answers
Hi, I have Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit and a 500GB Cavalry external HD. I just built my system and I'm pretty sure that I've installed all of the relevant drivers. However, this one issue has been troubling me.
This is what I see when I plug my HD to the USB port:
#1 is what I see in my Devices and Printers Window
#2 is what I see in my Device Manager
#3 is what I see when I go to the device properties
I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling to no avail. Can anyone help me? Thank you...
If the hard drive is connected to a USB hub, please bypass it and connect to computer directly. You can also use the above steps to reinstall USB controllers.
You can also try the following steps:
Modify the Registry
1. Click the Start Button, type "regedit" (without quotation marks) in the Start Search box and then press ENTER.
2. Navigate to the following key:
3. Right click the {36FC9E60-C465-11CF-8056-444553540000} entry, choose "Export", select Desktop in the Save in box and type backup in File Name. Click Save.
Please Note: The backup file is on the Desktop and named backup.reg. We can simply restore the registry by double-clicking the backup.reg file.
4. Highlight this key ({36FC9E60-C465-11CF-8056-444553540000}), on the right pane, and then check if Upperfilters and Lowerfilters value are present. If so, please right click on the values and select "Delete" to remove them.
5. Restart the computer
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My DVD/CD stopped working and I got an error Code 39. I found a suspect driver file (stld.sys) and removed from my drivers file, but now I keep getting an error code 10 on the storage controller. The driver won't update, I tried everything. Also - my DVD/CD is only reading music CD's. Anything else, it just gets stuck and won't read any DVD/data disk I put in.
Any ideas?
Try uninstalling the DVD in Device manager, than reboot PC.Read other 1 answers
I tried to run DISM and starting off from scanning, but it returns me with this error message:
C:\WINDOWS\system32>DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool
Version: 6.3.9600.17031
Image Version: 6.3.9600.17031
Error: 8
Not enough storage is available to process this command.
The DISM log file can be found at C:\WINDOWS\Logs\DISM\dism.log
I am not sure about the "storage" it is referring to. If it's RAM, I still have plenty of room.
What should I do..?
It indeed is the RAM System Error Codes - Microsoft.
Restart your pc and try it again.
Unable to remote to machine at work since upgrading to Windows10.
A fatal alert was generated and sent to the remote endpoint. This may result in termination of the connection. The TLS protocol defined fatal error code is 10. The Windows SChannel error state is 10.
So my LSC just got done running and popped a result code of WHD01V01I-WM7BJM on the second hard drive. Any idea what this is trying to tell me? Says it failed the Targeted Read Test, SMART Short Self Test, and the SMART Drive Self Test. Any help is appreciated. I'm just wondering if this is indicating the first signs of a drive failure?Read other answers
Dell Precision M4400 Laptop
Win 7 x64 Ultimate
Getting the following error:
A driver (service) for this device has been disabled. An alternate driver may be providing this functionality. (Code 32)
USB does this for all flash drives and external hard drives. I've also found it giving me the same error to the Ricoh SD Card reader. The weird thing is my iphone is being recognized and gives me access to the 20 gigs of content on it.
Not sure what I may have done to do this, but I've updated usbstor.inf and usbstor.sys and thing has changed. I've changed the start setting in the bios to 0, 1, and 2 with no luck (http://forums.techguy.org/windows-vista/581538-solution-usb-error-code-found.html). Net start usbstor says the service is already running but still not working.
Any ideas?
I am attempting to create an image using DISM. I have tried capturing the image to two different network sources as well as a local share/USB drive, and all three end up failing at 67%, and give me:
Error Code 8
Not enough storage space is available to process this command
I have plenty of space in all of the places that I have tried to capture the files to. One strange thing to note is that I have successfully imaged this machine as a test. Now that I have all of the software that we need on it, it seems to be having issues.
If anyone has experience in fixing this issue, I'd love to know what you did. My log file is attached, but nothing seems to be standing out at me right now..
I upgraded from Win 8.1 to 10 and windows starts selecting first folder on desktop and folders .After I did a Lenovo hardware scan, it saw these Lenovo Solution Center Log FileSMART Short Self TestFailedSMART Drive Self TestFailedOverall result code was reported as W1EHK8CKG-NKNMS9. What is the cause and solution.Read other answers


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Firar med att byta "tandkräms" nagellacket till somrigt pastell.
English: It´s time for summerholiday. I have new tasks at work and I´m a beginner at it but I think I did really well these last weeks so this year can I really feel satisfaction.
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BAKER CITY, Ore. (AP) -- Many of the scores of people who showed up for U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley's town hall meeting in Baker City, Ore., wanted to talk about the Forest Service plan to bar most motor vehicles from about 3,600 miles of roads in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest.
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Information from: Baker City Herald, http://www.bakercityherald.com/
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A numerical study on effects stress and displacement on abdominal adhesions during palpations to be used in tactile sensing
Nur Thaqifah Mohamed Taha
Date of Issue2017
School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Adhesion is a major problem in today's society with is being the root cause of many serious diseases such as small bowel obstruction. Millions of dollars are wasted annually to help and cure the diseases with adhesion as its main culprit. With such a widespread effect on the world, we still have no way of non-intrusively defining an adhesion in a patient. Now, with tactile sensing gaining followers by the minute due to its ability to use changes in deformation and stress to map out a lesion. It has since been used for the detection of lumps in breasts for breast cancer. In our study, the ability of using tactile sensing to detect adhesion was investigated. In SolidWorks was utilized to model our abdomen and adhesion before uploading it into ANSYS. ANSYS was used to simulate the changes in deformation and stress when it undergoes three different studies: 1. Varying size of adhesion 2. Varying position of adhesion and 3. Varying pressure or force applied on abdomen. From this study, tactile graphs were attained where the maximal stress and the percentage change in stress can be calculated and analysed. From the simulations, tactile sensing was concluded to be highly capable of detecting adhesions as the stress graphs on the surface can be obtained. Maximal stress differences were more apparent in adhesions along the linea alba as compared to adhesions closer to the longitudinal edge of the abdomen. It was found that the percentage change in stress in the point 1, point 2, point 3 and point 4 are 2-5%, 5-10%, up to 20% and up to 30% respectively. Additionally, the change in maximal stress and maximal vertical deformation affected by increase in point load had a linear relationship. Moreover, this method was able to define the length of adhesion in that plane. This study can act as a stepping stone to further studies to develop a tactile sensor used to detect adhesion.
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This module will allow you to gain experience with circuit design and its supporting requirements. Through a hands-on approach and repeated reinforcement, you'll encounter basic circuit theory and design, evolving from hands-on mathematical logbook designs and CAD simulation to the physical design and testing of your designed circuit. The module will emphasise the design, operation and construction of a number of electronic circuits. Assessment method: 100% coursework.
- Engineering applications 1 (for part-time mode - work-based)
This is a work-based module available only to students who are in relevant employment, as agreed with the module co-ordinator and/or course director. This descriptor is written in general terms as there is a wide variety of jobs within engineering that are likely to relevant to this module. (I'd exclude this part) You should be employed on tasks that require practical hands-on working that calls on higher-level engineering knowledge and skills. This work should require individual initiative rather than being closely directed and should call on a variety of different skills. You should reflect on your day-to-day work and be able to place it in the context of your studies on the rest of the course. Assessment method: 100% coursework.
- Software engineering
This module introduces the syntaxes and programming skills of computer language C++, together with software engineering principles. The module is delivered in the way of 2 hours teaching, 2 hours computer workshops and 2 hours tutorials per week. Assessment methods: 50% coursework, 50% exam.
- Digital Techniques
This module introduces the design and analysis of combinational and sequential logic circuits using standard CMOS logic, underpinned with a sound grounding in Boolean logic and associated analytical techniques. Workshops provide the opportunity to build and fault-find combinational and sequential logic circuits. The module is assessed by 50% coursework and 50% exam.
- Analogue electronics
This module will cover basic analogue electronic circuit design and applications along with an introduction to mixed signal systems involving analogue and digital circuit techniques. CAD will be used to enable students to simulate circuit design and testing processes. The module is assessed by 50% coursework and 50% exam.
- Software engineering
This module introduces the syntaxes and programming skills of computer language C++, together with software engineering principles. The module is delivered in the way of 2 hours teaching, 2 hours computer workshops and 2 hours tutorials per week. Assessment methods: 50% coursework, 50% exam.
- Microprocessor systems
This module will provide information on operation and programming of microprocessor systems. Assessment methods: 50% coursework, 50% exam.
- Control engineering
This module deals with the observation, description, analysis and design of the control systems consisting of continuous-time control systems and on-off control systems (PLC). After learning this programme, you may be able to pursue further studies for higher degrees or to undertake analysis and design of projects with control theory and skills acquired in class and workshop. The module is delivered in the way of 2 hours teaching, 2 hours computer workshops and 2 hours tutorials per week. Assessment methods: 50% coursework, 50% exam.
- Engineering applications 2 (for full-time mode)
The work for the final year HND project will start in the first semester and will cover the basics of project planning and management and project design. Construction of the project will take place in the second semester. The module will allow you to develop the skills needed for hardware projects. Assessment method: 100% coursework.
- Engineering applications 2 (for part-time mode - work-based)
This is a work-based module available only to students who are in relevant employment, as agreed with the module co-ordinator and/or course director. This descriptor is written in general terms as there is a wide variety of jobs within engineering that are likely to relevant to this module. (I'd exclude this part) You should be employed on tasks that require practical hands-on working that calls on higher-level engineering knowledge and skills. This work should require individual initiative rather than being closely directed and should call on a variety of different skills. You should reflect on your day-to-day work and be able to place it in the context of your studies on the rest of the course. Assessment method: 100% coursework.
- Computer systems and networks
This module consists of two separate parts. The first part aims to teach you the general principles of computer networks systems to include hardware and interfacing, as well as the network operating systems and software components. Brief coverage of networking system components will be presented to include Unix and Windows network operating systems. This should enable you to enter the workplace with an understanding of network hardware and software components, causes for potential bottlenecks, how to resolve them and an overall grasp of Network Operating systems services. The second part of this module will present a thorough treatment of the structure and function of computers. Its purpose is to present the nature and characteristics of modern day computer systems and will cover the core knowledge areas of computer engineering. Assessment methods: 30% coursework, 70% exam.
- Electrical technology
This module provides a sound understanding of the important building blocks in electrical systems and apparatus, such as transformers and machines, as well as the important building blocks in power electronics. Electrical machines will be studied, and also some of their typical electronic control apparatus so that you're able to understand their chief characteristics and the areas in which they find application. In the laboratory workshop you'll study the systems in operation and have an opportunity to examine their characteristics. Assessment methods: 20% coursework, 80% exam.
- Electrical building services
This module provides an understanding of the important building blocks in electrical building services engineering and apparatus such as transformers, machines, transmission and distribution systems, as well as the important building blocks in power engineering. Electrical generation, distribution and utilisation will be studied, and also some of their typical computerised control systems, so that you're able to understand their chief characteristics and the areas in which they find application. The module will also include design and application of lifts and their control systems in buildings, lighting calculations and design, and lightning protection for buildings. In the laboratory workshops you'll produce designs for on plant sizing, lighting, lift and lightning protection for several environments. Assessment methods: 50% coursework, 50% exam.
The course will enable you to develop a wide range of employability skills through focussing on the combination of fundamental understanding and methods of application.
Recent students from this course have gone onto roles in the transport, entertainment, medical, public sector and public service and supply industries.
Continuing to degree level qualifications
If you perform well at HND level you may transfer onto our BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or BEng Computer Systems and Networks.
Students who complete this course are also eligible to apply for one of our top-up BSc courses in engineering.
Employability Service
We are University of the Year for Graduate Employment for the second year in a row - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, 2019.
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you'll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
- An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
- Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.
Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.
Professional links
A panel of advisers from the industry help us ensure our course coverage is up-to-date and relevant to employment needs.
History and expertise
LSBU has been educating professional engineers for over 100 years. We know that industry is continually expanding into new areas and technology is rapidly developing and changing and we are proud to play a vital role in these developments.
The growth in global communications, global warming and the need to find alternative energy sources have identified new areas of importance in the practice of engineering and product design. Our courses are designed with these issues in mind and are focused on academic content and real-life applications so our graduates are appropriately equipped for future employment and/or postgraduate studies.
You'll learn to use the latest computer interfacing technologies in our National Instruments Laboratory. Sponsored by National Instruments, the laboratory contains virtual instrument workstations using software including Multisim, Ultiboard and Labview.
Read more about our laboratories and industry-standard software.
Teaching and learning
Our teaching staff have a great amount of experience. Whether they're teaching, carrying out research or involved in consultancy, they have the skills to make a difference to you. You'll learn in a modern, well-equipped environment complete with sophisticated technology.
Approach to learning
You'll learn through lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical work. Taking on both group and individual projects, we assess your work through a mixture of coursework and exams, with project and laboratory work counting towards your final award. We also teach you the life skills of effective communication, problem solving, project planning and team working that will set you apart and give you the best chance of getting the job you want after you graduate.
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Personal Tutoring
As an Engineering student, you will be allocated a named tutor during your first three weeks at LSBU. The role of your tutor is to be your primary contact for academic and professional development support.
Your tutor will support you to get the most of your time at LSBU, providing advice and signposting to other sources of support in the University.
They should be the first person at the university that you speak to if you are having any difficulties that are affecting your work. These could be academic, financial, health-related or another type of problem.
You will have appointments with your personal tutor at least twice a semester. Some meetings will be one-to-one and others will be in small groups. You can contact your tutor for additional support by email or in person.
Dr Saim Memon
Senior Lecturer Electrical Engineering & Course Director Electrical and Electronic Engineering HND
Entry requirements
2018 Entry
- A Level DDD or;
- BTEC National Diploma MMP or;
- Access to HE qualifications with 24 Merits and 21 Passes or;
- Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 74 UCAS points
- Level 3 qualifications must include Maths or Physical Science
- Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
- We welcome qualifications from around the world. English language qualifications for international students: IELTS score of 6.0 or Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C.
How to apply
International students
International (non Home/EU) applicants should follow our international how to apply guide.
Home/EU applicants
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Once we have made you an offer, you can apply for accommodation. You can rent from LSBU and you'll deal directly with the university, not third party providers. That means we can guarantee you options to suit all budgets, with clear tenancy agreements and all-inclusive rents that include insurance for your personal belongings, internet access in each bedroom and on-site laundry facilities.
Or, if you'd rather rent privately, we can give you a list of landlords – just ask our Accommodation Service.
Read more about applying for accommodation at LSBU.
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Applicant events
After you've received your offer we'll send you emails about events we run to help you prepare for your course.
Before you start your course we'll send you information on what you'll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.
Fees and funding
Fees are shown for new entrants to courses, for each individual year of a course, together with the total fee for all the years of a course. Continuing LSBU students should refer to the Finance section of our student portal, MyLSBU. Queries regarding fees should be directed to the Fees and Bursaries Team on: +44 (0)20 7815 6181.
Year 1 PT Southwark SEPT
|UK/EU fee: £6935
|International fee: £13780
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|International £27560
For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for undergraduate students.
Please check your fee status and whether you are considered a Home, EU or International student for fee-paying purposes and for our regulatory returns, by reading the UKCISA regulations.
See our Tuition Fees Regulations (PDF File 136 KB) and Refund Policy (PDF File 102 KB).
Possible fee changes
The University reserves the right to increase its fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions.
The fees for international students are reviewed annually and the University reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with the RPIX measure of inflation up to 4 per cent.
We offer several types of fee reduction through our scholarships and bursaries. Find the full list and other useful information on our scholarships page.
Contact information
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KIS Data
Kathleen Rosier, BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Kathleen first joined LSBU as a part-time student studying an HND. She has since progressed on to a full degree and looking forward to the challenges of a Masters and moving towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
Robot Detectives
LSBU holds an international reputation as a world leader in the use of robotics in non-destructive testing and developing intelligent robotic systems. Groundbreaking projects have ranged from building wall climbing robots to robots that work under water and oil.
Rehan Farooq, BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering, LSBU alumni
BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate Rehan Farooq is now an Electrical Engineer at Mouchel, a consulting and business services group.
Ultra wideband radar developed to track home energy usage
This radar technology has been developed as an installable product by LSBU's Biomedical Engineering and Communications (BiMEC) research group.


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By Roy Burner - Minister of the Gospel
Trends of today leave us saturated with the ungodliness of man. There is a continuation; rather than decline, of acceptance towards the immorality of man. Many have heighten the attractiveness of sin, to accommodate fleshly desires, being fed by electronic means of today.
There are those who have been silenced, for one reason or another, from speaking the Unadulterated Word of God. They have become captive to an unhealthy environment, enslaved to the trends of today, with a discontinuation of the godly nature expounded upon in God's Word. (Comment)
Scripture admonishes the believer to lay aside all filthiness and abundance of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls (James 1:21-22).
Trends of today are geared towards acceptance of the previously unacceptable; as man indulges in the cravings of the flesh rather than cling to the spiritual side of man encouraged in God's Word. Tolerance is ushering in acceptance!
The church, in many Western nations, is drifting away from holiness demanded in God's Word (Hebrews 12:14) and walking hand in hand with the world. The younger generation no longer receive the truths of yesteryear, and tune in with the worldly culture of today.
The old saints of God who once promulgated the Word of God to its fullness; for the most part have gone to on their reward, with few replacements. There is an avalanche of newcomers who do not possess the same concept of holiness, sanctification, or righteous that was so much part of the earlier church.
Sometime prior to his death, General Booth of the Salvation Army uttered this significant prophecy: I consider that the chief dangers that confront the coming century will be Religion without the Holy Ghost; Christianity without Christ; Forgiveness without regeneration; Morality without God; and Heaven without Hell. The fulfillment of this prophecy is coming very much alive in the trends of today!
Woe to them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe to them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! Which justify the wicked for reward, and take away the righteousness of the righteous from him (Isaiah 5:20-23).
Such a state had not gone unnoticed by God; for Isaiah, in speaking the words of the Lord, said: Therefore as the fire devours the stubble, and the flame consumes the chaff, so their root shall be as rottenness, because they have cast away the law of the Lord; and despised the Word of the Holy One (Isaiah 5:24).
The trends of today fall into the same categories Isaiah spoke of (if not more so)! There is an onrush of activity that is making evil appear as good and good evil; with many doing what is right in their own sight.
The devilment of mankind is being influenced, and nourished, through that great deceiver, Satan, who began his deceptive work in the Garden of Eden through the serpent (Genesis 3:1).
Such is ongoing today; with part of Satan's tools being the electronics of our day, which are far reaching. Such is readily available at one's fingertip; especially in many Western nations, who have easy access.
The inroad to immorality has been through television, the film industry, the internet, and is being nourished by such means. The trends of today capture the attention of many who have had no Biblical or moral upbringing or have departed from its influence.
It is the last hour: and as you have heard that the antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last hour (1 John 2:18).
John was reminding the believers of the constant threat posed by evil to believers. Yet they need not fear; only to be diligent and not slack in their demeanor. There were false teachers and deceivers who would be the Antichrist's forerunners paving the way for his ultimately coming on the scene.
We are seeing individuals who are attempting to deceive the people into acceptance of ungodly ways; introducing worldliness into the church, rather than upholding the Word of God.
The apostle John revealed that a hostile person, or power, would come in the last days bringing an attack against God's people (1 John 2:18). We are seeing forces at work to undermine the Word of God; to discredit or hinder one from living a Christian life, with hostility towards any individual who desires to do so.
He that abides in the doctrine of Christ, he has both the Father and the Son. If there comes any to you and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him Godspeed. For he that bids him Godspeed shares in his evil deeds (2 John 1:9-11).
There are many who fall into such a category; are welcomed into the limelight, despite their ungodly lifestyles, which has become acceptable by many. There are trends of today that would never have been afforded acceptance in previous years!
Be not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what agreement has righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion has light with darkness? For you are the temple of the living God; as God as said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
Wherefore come out from among them, and be you separate saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you (2 Corinthians 6:14-17). The trends of today does not encourage one to be separate from ungodly influences but rather to embrace the ungodly cultures of our day.
Scripture gives an admonishment to the believer in Christ: But you, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost (or that of God's Spirit), keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to eternal life (Jude 1:20-21).
Him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory, with exceeding joy. To the only wise God, our Savior, be glory and dominion, and power, both now and forever (Jude 1:24-25).
Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be you transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God (Romans 12:1-2). One is to resist being poured into the traits of today: present day thinking, ungodly value systems, and conduct of this world!
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Countdown on immorality brings the clock's hand closer to the midnight hour as the pre-Flood, Sodom and Gomorrah, and Baylonian era of time.
Timeless messages that are seemingly endless in value. I have heard many messages ministered that I have never forgotten over the years and at times recalled to my mind..
Topics of value is a collection of God-inspired messages I did not want to delete simply because they entered into a different category.
Revival in the Word was on the air for over 27 years on WJJM Radio. I am thankful to the Lord for the messages that have been laid upon my heart.
Message for today is more needful as we see division rather than unity; national pride being ripped apart rather than united, with racism raising its ugly head in many nations.


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Metro-North's Hudson Line trains back on schedule
New MTA line could save Manhattan commuters 40 minutes a day. Frank Esposito, email@example.com
Metro-North Railroad's Hudson Line trains were delayed up to 30 minutes this morning because of disabled equipment in Poughkeepsie.
Trains were backed up because of congestion that prevented them from leaving the yard in Poughkeepsie, Metro-North said. It was not immediately clear what that equipment was
Two earlier trains from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central were canceled because of equipment availability, the railroad said.
Check mta.info for updates on train times and delays.
SCHUMER: Amtrak must be 'flexible' for West Side access plan
METRO-NORTH: Engineer in fatal crash settles case
METRO-NORTH DICTIONARY:Demystifying the reason behind the delays
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NDWA Labs is seeking talented writers with journalism experience to write news articles on a part-time contractor basis.
NDWA Labs is the innovation arm of the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA). Founded in 2015, NDWA Labs was launched to experiment with new strategies for improving marketplace norms for domestic workers, including launching sustainable ventures and collaborating with the private sector. Our approach is to innovate on old solutions, build smart and practical tools and products, and form partnerships that help us reach and lift standards for domestic workers. In particular, NDWA Labs has been experimenting with ways to use technology to ensure we are shaping a future of work that works for all of us, not just some of us.
NDWA is the nation's leading voice for dignity and fairness for the millions of domestic workers in the United States, most of whom are women. Founded in 2007, NDWA works for the respect, recognition and inclusion in labor protections for domestic workers.
La Alianza is a digital news service for domestic workers and immigrant communities, created by the National Domestic Workers Alliance, and provides Spanish-language stories to 200K+ subscribers.
About the Position
NDWA Labs is seeking part-time News Writers to work remotely in creating original news stories. As a News Writer, you will be responsible for pitching, researching, and writing original content in the form of news articles about current events.
This is a part-time, 2-month contract role with the potential to renew. The following rates apply:
● $.40/word: Pitching, researching, writing, and editing 5-15 original news articles per week with a journalistic tone and style (with open-source images included in each article)
● $30 per hour: Completing other writing projects
● $30 per hour: Participating in pre-arranged phone or video meetings each week
Women, People of Color, People with Disabilities and LGBTQ people strongly urged to apply. Applications will only be accepted electronically. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and links to published work tohttps://domesticworkers.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=47.
Priority will be given to applications submitted before Friday, October 4.


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It's handy to have your students' email addresses in your Gmail Contacts and organized into groups for each of your classes for easy retrieval. With this trick in Excel, you can take your class rosters from MyUH Portal, format it in Excel with their first name, last name, and email address, and import it into your Gmail Contacts as a group for each of your classes. Now you'll be able to send emails by typing in the name of the group (class) or student's name and it will automatically insert their email address(es). Watch this short video below to learn how to do this.
Note: You can also remove their middle initial by inserting two empty columns (instead of one) and delimiting by "comma" and "space" which will separate their first name and middle initial into two separate columns. Then, delete the column that has their middle initial before saving and importing into Contacts. Caution: If a student has multiple first or last names with spaces between them, remove the space(s) until after you split the names, otherwise it will split each name into a column.
If you're interested in learning more about Gmail, consider registering for the "Using Gmail Like a Pro" workshop this month.