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UC Davis Brings MBA Program to San Francisco Bay Area
September 13, 2004
(Davis, CA)–As applications surge for executive MBA programs across the country, the nationally ranked management school at the University of California, Davis, is bringing its successful program for working professionals to the San Francisco Bay Area.
The Graduate School of Management, with one of only three nationally ranked MBA programs in Northern California, is now recruiting students for the fall of 2005.
The program will be offered through weekend classes at the San Ramon Valley Conference Center, 35 miles east of San Francisco.
Although the UC Davis program will bring to 10 the number of executive MBA programs offered in the Bay Area, it will be strategically located in the Interstate 680 and Interstate 580 corridor, known for its software and telecommunications industries. And it will also be distinguished by its use of regular, full-time professors as instructors, as well as an intimate, highly interactive learning environment.
Applications to executive MBA programs have increased over 50 percent from 2003, said Maury Kalnitz, managing director of the Executive MBA Council. His organization fosters the development of executive MBA programs and has 220 member universities offering more than 260 programs, including UC Davis.
According to the Application Trends Survey conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council in partnership with the Executive MBA Council, more than half of executive MBA programs responding to the survey have experienced increases in applications for 2004.
Nicole Woolsey Biggart, dean of the UC Davis management school, said executive MBA programs are advantageous for professionals who want to grow in their careers and continue to earn income as they pursue their degree. Many businesses support employees in MBA programs with flexible work scheduling and tuition-reimbursement programs.
Biggart said the school's market research found a significant demand among both employers and working professionals for a high-quality executive MBA program in the East Bay.
"We've been asked repeatedly to provide an MBA education in the area," she added.
"We have so many good companies with young people who would love to get access to a high-quality MBA program," said Joe Gabbert, executive vice president of worldwide human resources for Documentum and vice president of human resources for the EMC Software Group in Pleasanton. "It's going to be great for our employees to have the opportunity to take advantage of an MBA program from a first-class institution like UC Davis."
James Stevens, assistant dean for student affairs at the management school, said he expects to enroll about 50 students for classes beginning September 2005.
Applicants are expected to come from a wide range of sectors including high-tech and communications, banking and finance, science and engineering, health care, manufacturing, not-for-profit and others.
The program's curriculum will mirror the school's existing MBA program, offered in Sacramento since 1994. That program draws students from 17 Northern California and Nevada counties and attracts well-placed professionals with several years of work experience.
"In a class of highly skilled professionals, students learn not only from the professors but also from each other," Biggart said.
Classes in the Bay Area MBA program have been scheduled so students won't be traveling to and from the teaching site in peak traffic hours. They will meet every other week, Friday afternoons and evenings and all day Saturday. In the summers, the school plans to offer intensive residential courses, field courses and others involving international study.
The San Ramon Valley Conference Center, which offers overnight accommodations, is on Crow Canyon Road just east of Interstate 680, about seven miles north of Interstate 580.
The program's schedule and location also make it convenient for students to fly in from other major Western cities — including Seattle, San Diego, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Stevens said the school has plans to further promote this feature of the program outside of the Bay Area to enrich the diversity and breadth of the student body.
Students will move through the program as a cohort, enabling them to bond and, as they work collaboratively, to enhance their leadership and team skills for greater effectiveness in competitive markets, Biggart said.
They will be required to take six core courses, three courses designed to ensure a breadth of management knowledge and 15 electives — allowing them to focus their studies in such fields as technology management, finance and marketing.
Students typically take two classes each quarter and would graduate in three years but could accelerate their studies by taking additional courses. The total cost of the program would be between $65,000 and $75,000.
The dean said the program will create greater visibility for the UC Davis management school in the Bay Area and cement the growing relationship with the business community and alumni already in the area. More than half of the school's graduates live and work in the Bay Area. Top employers of UC Davis MBAs in the area include Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Wells Fargo Bank, SBC Communications and Bank of America.
The management school also offers a Full-Time MBA program and teaches an undergraduate minor in technology management on the Davis campus.
In its ranking of MBA programs, U.S. News & World Report currently places the daytime program 29th overall and 14th among programs at public universities; for the last nine years, the magazine has ranked the UC Davis program among the top 50 MBA programs overall.
UC Davis MBA students are known for their innovative and entrepreneurial activities, Biggart said. They plan and organize the annual Big Bang! Business Plan Competition, which has sent two winning ventures to the finals of Fortune magazine's national MBA Showdown. In four of the last five years, UC Davis MBA students have taken top awards at the International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition. And last fall, a UC Davis team placed among the top 20 in the Thunderbird Innovation Challenge, an international competition billed to crown the "Most Innovative MBA Team" in the world.
A gala launch for the UC Davis Bay Area MBA program will be held at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 21 at the San Ramon Valley Conference Center and is open to the public.
A series of information sessions will also be held in the area through April.
For more information about the program, call (530) 752-7658.


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Luma Comfort HCW10B Cool and Warm Mist Humidifier
Features and Benefits
The Luma Comfort HCW10B is constructed in a modern square box design with a patterned textured detail in a sleek black finish.
- Dimensions: 9.8" x 5.6" x 9.9"
- Weight: 5.1 pounds
- Voltage: 120V
- Wattage: 105W
- Frequency: 60Hz
- Mist Type: Cool and warm mist
- Tank Size: 7.3 pints
- Noise level: 40dB
- 3 Mist Settings
- Built-in hygrometer for custom humidity control
- Pre-set humidity level
- Removable water tank
- Demineralization cartridge (DMC)
- 12 hour timer
- LED display
- Helps maintain a healthy living environment for you and your family
- Cool mist is refreshing and safe to use around pets and children
- Warm mist can slightly warm up a room if it is cold, and this mode fights bacteria in the tanks better
- Removable water tank is easy to fill and fights bacteria
- Accurate control of indoor humidity levels
- Demineralization cartridge helps control lime scale and mineral build-up
General FAQ
What does this humidifier do?
A humidifier is a home appliance that adds moisture, or humidity, to the surrounding air. To put it bluntly, humidifiers add water to your air. Humidifiers typically regulate the humidity in a single room or confined space, however there are some models designed to humidify larger areas or even entire houses. Typically, these work in conjunction with your heating and cooling system.
Why should I use this humidifier?
The HCW10B is versatile and solid. It gives you a choice between cool mist and warm mist, so you have two types of units in one. The removable water tank makes it very easy to refill and clean the tank.
Additionally, this humidifier generates micro fine mist, offers near-silent operation, and stays out of the way but is sleek enough to look like it fits in with your home.
Where exactly can I use this humidifier?
The HCW10B is suited for a single room or area of up to 538 sq ft. such as:
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Office Settings
- Nurseries
The look of this humidifier is much like a speaker box, and so might fit right in if placed near your home entertainment system. Keep in mind that any humidifier should not be placed too close to electronics so that any mist that might get on the electronics doesn't have any impact on its performance.
Furthermore, a humidifier placed too close under a television or window might fog up the TV screen and window glass, so place your humidifier accordingly.
Where the HCW10B can also be placed:
- Side table
- Nightstand
- Desk
Which is a better type of humidifier, evaporative or ultrasonic?
Both humidifiers produce the same results but work very differently than the other.
For example an evaporative humidifier increases humidity with its fan and wick filter. The water that sits in its reservoir (bowl-like container) flows to the wick filter, which is then blown by the fan and transforms into a cool mist.
On the other hand an ultrasonic humidifier uses vibrated technology to break down water into small droplets which then formulates into cool mist particles.
- The ultrasonic humidifier is a lot quieter than an evaporative humidifier and designed to last longer
- The evaporative humidifier uses less energy than the ultrasonic humidifier and is generally less expensive
Which type of mist is better, cool mist or warm mist?
Both cool and warm mist humidifiers have their place, and both are equally effective at adding humidity and moisture to the air. The main difference between cool and warm mist humidifiers is simply the temperature of the mist put out by the unit.
With the Luma Comfort HCW10B you don't have to choose between cool or warm mist because it has settings for both:
Cool mist humidifiers typically more energy efficient as they use less electricity to operate than warm mist units. This also makes them less expensive to operate, although the difference is usually minimal. Cool mist units are also safer to use around children, since there is no heating element.
Warm mist humidifiers include a heating element, allowing them to distribute warm mist throughout a room. This means they can act as a separate heat source during the winter months, allowing you to turn down your heat. Warm mist humidifiers can also lead to cleaner air, as any germs or bacteria can be killed by the resulting steam. Warm mist can also feel more soothing when you have a cold or the flu.
So, as to which is better - cool mist or warm mist - the answer would be both!
Does this humidifier require filters?
No. It has a demineralization cartridge that takes care of the minerals in the water that might build up.
Can this humidifier be hooked up to a water line for an auto-fill option?
Humidifier Cleaning and Maintenance
How often should I clean the HCW10B?
We recommend cleaning your humidifier regularly - at least once every other week. We also recommend changing the water in your unit daily to ensure it remains free from any build up or bacteria.
How do I clean the HCW10B?
Regular cleaning and maintenance is an essential step in maintaining the longevity of your humidifier and ensuring that it operates free of defects.
Maintain your humidifier by following these steps:
- Always unplug the humidifier from the power supply before servicing or cleaning.
- Regularly wipe all surfaces dry to prevent the accumulation of microorganisms in and around the humidifier.
- Empty the water tank and the internal reservoir once every three days.
- Clean the humidifier's water tank and base every two weeks.
- If the humidifier will not be in use for an extended period of time, clean it thoroughly, place the unit back in its original carton, and keep it stored in a clean, dry place.
1. Ensure the unit is unplugged.
2. Empty the water tank completely and rinse with clean water.
3. Wipe all surfaces of the water tank dry using a clean, soft cloth. A disinfectant wipe can be used if available.
4. To disinfect the tank and remove hard water buildup, fill it with a solution of water and 3% hydrogen peroxide (recommended by the EPA). Allow it to sit for 15-20 minutes, swirling the water occasionally, to remove mineral buildup. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
5. Clean the humidifier's base by wiping it thoroughly. Use the included brush to scrub away residue on the ultrasonic atomizer, the silver circle inside the base.
6. To remove mineral buildup from the base of the unit, pour a mixture of plain vinegar and water into the reservoir in the base. Allow it to soak for up to 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
7. Wipe the interior surfaces with a soft cloth and allow it to dry completely before reassembling.
8. Use a soft cloth and a mild soap and warm water solution to clean the unit's exterior. Do not use harsh cleaners, gasoline, paint thinner, benzene, etc., as these substances can damage the humidifier.
9. Thoroughly dry all of the humidifier's parts with a soft cloth before reconnecting the unit to the power supply.
What does the demineralization cartridge do?
The demineralization cartridge is designed to remove excess minerals from the water in your humidifier. By filtering out minerals from your water, these cartridges can improve the quality and lifespan of your humidifier. Additionally, they will help to limit the amount of scale build up caused by hard water inside your unit.
How long will the demineralization cartridge last?
The Luma Comfort demineralization cartridge (DMC) is designed to work for upwards or one year before needing a replacement. The actual lifespan will depend upon the quality of the water you use in your humidifier. In areas with extremely hard water, the cartridge may need additional maintenance or quicker replacement.
How can I maximize the lifespan of my demineralization cartridge?
Simple maintenance can help recharge and re-activate your demineralization cartridge, extending it's, and your humidifier's, lifespan, while also improving the quality of mist put out by your Luma Comfort humidifier. To recharge the cartridge, simply soak it in a mixture of water and a couple tablespoons of vinegar. Allow it to soak for 15-20 minutes. We recommend doing this about once a month, again depending on the quality of the water.
Assembling Your Luma Comfort HCW10B Cool and Warm Mist Humidifier
Carefully remove all packaging materials and retain for future storage/use. Make sure there is no residual foam left in any of the components. No tools will be required to assemble this humidifier.
1. Unscrew the nozzle as indicated in figure 1 and remove the water tank from the base as indicated in figure 2.
2. Remove the water tank cover as indicated in figure 3 and pour water into the water tank as indicated in figure 4.
3. Place the water tank cover back onto the tank as indicated in figure 5 and place the entire water tank back into the unit's base as indicated in figure 6. You should hear the water flowing through the tank. If you do not hear water flowing through the tank, remove the water tank and replace it back onto the base.
4. Screw the nozzle back onto the unit.
Using Your Luma Comfort HCW10B Cool and Warm Mist Humidifier
1. Plug the humidifier into the power supply. The unit will now be in standby mode. All other keys will be invalid except for the power button.
2. Press the power button. The humidifier will detect the water level in the tank. After 2 seconds, if there is sufficient water in the tank, it will begin to operate and the indicator light will turn on.
3. The default settings for the humidifier are as follows: medium mist setting, the timer function will be off, the fan will be on, the unit will be in cool mist mode and the humidity level will be set to 70%.
1. To change the mist mode from cool mist to warm mist, press the C/W button on the control panel. Once the unit is set to warm mist, the C/W indicator light will turn from blue (cool mist) to red (warm mist). The humidifier will then heat the water in the tank. This process can take up to 5 minutes.
2. The mist settings and the timer settings are both controlled by the "+" and "-" buttons. To switch from the humidity settings to the timer settings, press the "S" button to adjust the corresponding settings.
3. Without pressing the "S" button, pressing the "+" and "-" buttons only will control the misting output. There are three misting output settings - high, mid (medium) and low. After pressing the "+" or "-" buttons, your desired misting output will be shown on the control panel as indicated in the diagram below.
4. On the high mist volume setting, the unit's output is 300 ml/h. On the mid mist volume setting, the unit's output is 210 ml/h. On the low mist volume setting, the unit's output is 120 ml/h.
1. To set the hygrometer, press the "S" button so that the numbers in the center of the control panel with the "%" sign light up. Press the "+" and "-" buttons to set your desired humidity level and wait 5 seconds before adjusting any other settings. The hygrometer can be set from 30% to 70% relative humidity.
2. Once your room is at your desired humidity level, the unit will stop adding mist to the air and the fan and atomizer will turn off. It will restart once the relative humidity decreases by 5%.
3. If the room's humidity level is at 70%, you will see this image:
This means "Continue." If this is displayed on the control panel, it means the humidity in your room is at the maximum level. Use the "+" and "-" keys to adjust the humidity level. Otherwise the atomizer and fan will stop working until the relative humidity drops by 5%, as indicated above.
1. Press the "S" button twice so that the "H" indicator light turns on in the control panel. This sets the timer function. Use the "+" and "-" keys to set the timer's duration. The timer can be set from 1 to 12 hours. After your time has been set, wait for 5 seconds and do not press any other key.
2. The display will revert back to the humidity level but will alternate between showing the humidity level and the set time.
- Run the unit on the lowest setting to extend running time.
- Set the humidistat at your desired humidity level. This will turn the unit on and off as needed and extend the running time.
- When filling the tank, fill it up completely and then place it on the base. Let the water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then refill the tank again. This ensures maximum water capacity and will also extend run time. The Luma Comfort HCW10B will run up to 40 hours without interruption, depending on room conditions.
- This humidifier operates with a demineralization cartridge that makes it capable of operating with any kind of water. However, using distilled water in your humidifier will keep it running in optimum condition for a longer period of time. It will also make easier to clean your humidifier, and eliminate white dust.
- Only operate your humidifier in areas where the relative humidity is lower than 50 percent. Higher humidity levels will encourage the growth of bacteria and other biological organism.
Operation FAQ
What kind of water should I put in my humidifier?
You can use any type of water at all with a Luma Comfort humidifier, particularly since it has a demineralization cartridge to remove excess minerals from your water before creating mist.
That said, using distilled water has some additional advantages. Distilled water has little to no mineral content, so it can help keep your humidifier running in optimum condition for a longer period of time. It can also make cleaning your humidifier easier and all but eliminate white dust.
How long will the water tank last?
The HCW10B water tank will last up to 40 hours.
This estimated run time is based on average room conditions. The actual run time of your humidifier will ultimately depend on several variables, including:
- Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is located
- Room construction
- Temperature of the room
- Humidity levels in the room
- Movement of occupants and opening/closing of doors in the room
- Home furnishings in the room
- Mist settings
The unit's mist settings play a big role in how long the tank lasts. As a general rule, the higher the mist setting, the faster the HCW10B's tank will run out of water.
Also, the way the mist settings work with already existing humidity levels in the room have some impact on how long the water tank lasts.
The unit will measure the level of humidity in the room and work at the mist setting you choose to bring up the humidity to the desired levels. Once those levels have been reached, the humidifier will turn stop emitting mist until humidity levels drop below the desired level.
So, the more dry it is in a room, the longer your humidifier will run, which will use up the water in the tank faster.
Can the tank be filled from the top?
No. To fill the tank you must remove it, turn it upside down to unscrew the plug, fill it, then replace the plug and set the tank right side up back into the unit.
How can I make my humidifier run longer?
There are several things you can do to extend run time for your humidifier:
Run the unit on the lowest setting. For instructions on controlling the mist output on your Luma Comfort humidifier, please see the included product manual
If your humidifier has a humidistat, be sure to set a desired humidity level. This will turn the unit on and off as needed and extend the run time
When filling the tank, fill it up completely and then place it on the base. Let the water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then refill the tank again. This ensures maximum water capacity and will also extend run time.
What happens when the tank runs out of water?
The unit will beep to let you know that the tank needs to be refilled.
It can be difficult for some people to be able see the water line in the tank, so this tank refill alarm should be helpful.
How long does it take for the water tank to heat up?
Up to 5 minutes.
What is the maximum humidity setting?
The high mode mist setting gives an output of 120ml/h.
Is this an ultrasonic or evaporative humidifier?
Troubleshooting Your Humidifier
General Humidifier Troubleshooting
Additional unit troubleshooting:
Why is the water tank refill alarm beeping when there is still water in the tank?
There are a few reasons this might happen with your humidifier. Many humidifiers, including Luma Comfort models, have an air intake vent on the underside of the unit.
This allows the unit to pull in air, which is then blown along with the mist out of the top of the unit. Occasionally when using the unit on a thick carpet or rug the air intake can get blocked, which would cause an error message - similar to the low water alarm. The water sensor can also malfunction if the unit is not sitting level. If your humidifier is tilted, it can cause a false reading on the water sensor.
If you happen to get this error, try placing the unit on a hard, flat surface to see if that corrects the problem.
1 Use this humidifier only as instructed in this owner's manual. Other uses may cause electric shock, injury or fire.
2. Close supervision is required if this humidifier is used near children or pets.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse this humidifier or its plug and cord in water.
4. If the humidifier is being transported or will not be in use, disconnect it from the power supply by tightly gripping the plug and pulling it from the power outlet. Do not disconnect the power supply by pulling on the humidifier's power cord.
5. Avoid contact with any of the humidifier's moving parts.
6. Place the humidifier on a level surface.
7. For best results, use purified water in the water tank. The ideal ambient temperature should be between 50 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit.
8. This humidifier's plug is intended to fit into a matching receptacle. Under no circumstances should the plug be altered in any way. An improper connection can result in electric shock.
9. If possible, avoid using extension cords with this humidifier. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary, do not use more than one extension cord to operate more than one unit.
10. Do not insert objects or allow fingers to enter into the humidifier's nozzles or air inlet, as this may cause electric shock or bodily injury. Do not block or tamper with the humidifier while it is in operation.
11. Do not run the power cord under mats or carpeting, and do not cover the power cord with runners. Arrange the power cord away from room traffic and where it can be tripped over.
12. Do not operate this humidifier in the presence of flammable substances or explosives.
13. Do not place the humidifier near an open flame or cooking/heating appliances.
14. This product is not intended for use in commercial or industrial areas.
15. If the humidifier will not be in use, empty the tank of any remaining water.
16. If the humidifier's plug or power cord is damaged, do not attempt to repair the components yourself. Please contact Luma Comfort's customer service hotline at 1-866-737-6390 or have the unit examined by an authorized service provider.


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Edel Buckley, 27, from Donoughmore in Cork, says she wants to help other sufferers of auto-immune disease Myasthenia Gravis after being told she had the illness just four years ago.
She said: "This year I had done a lot with the Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Association. I had done the Annual Rag Doll walk and I wanted to continue that and raise awareness of the condition because I was diagnosed with that four years ago but I am doing really well now. " It's an auto-immune condition which causes extreme muscle weakness and it affects every muscle in the body, so your limbs, your face, your eye would be dropping." Edel first started to get symptoms around seven years ago but it took a long time for her to get diagnosed. She said: "I started noticing there was something wrong in my late teens - the first big incident was I fell down the stairs and from then on I was in and out of the doctor all the time. "I couldn't smile for years before I was diagnosed, I was falling a lot and very clumsy. "The muscles are just literally too weak, so repetitive motions (are hard) you might be able to lift your arm once but then the next time, it would be dead. "You definitely kind of think there is something wrong, I'm not the same as everyone else, my eye goes droopy, when I go out for a night out it takes me two days to recover from it. "But when there is nothing forthcoming, you don't know what exactly it is and you're taking medication for iron deficiency and fatigue and resting, you just learn to live with it and then once I was diagnosed it was a massive relief, it was like my life started again once I started getting treated." And since her diagnosis Edel has fought her way back to health and is currently in remission. She said: "I was diagnosed four years ago and I started having treatment and I'm doing really well." "Since my diagnosis and receiving treatment, I'm very active, I run with my running club at work, I do tug of war and tag rugby, I'm always out and about. I'm loving it, it's like a new lease of life." Edel says she is lucky as she doesn't need to take any medication after undergoing a serious operation to remove her thymus gland. She said: " They cut open your chest and cut through your chest bone and remove your thymus. I think that definitely benefitted me but I'm not a doctor so I can't say exactly. I just know I'm doing really well at the moment as I am not on any medication. "Other people with the condition would have to have regular treatment - one of the forms of treatments is plasma exchange, so you have to be put up on IV. So some people have to go in and out of hospital." Edel said she entered The Rose Of Tralee to give hope to other MG sufferers. She said: "I wanted to raise awareness and to show people that there is life living with the condition, with any type of condition, that you can live life to the full." Edel and 31 other lovely ladies gathered with Daithi O'Se at Dublin Airport to launch the annual event in style yesterday. And for Leitrim Rose Edwina Guckian it was a kind of reunion as she was one of Daithi's team members on the All Ireland Talent Show in 2011. Edwina said:"Two years ago I was on the All Ireland Talent Show representing The West with my dance group Sean Nos Ar An tSionann. "We made it to the final and he's into his whole trad and dance as well so there's no shortage of conversation. "I do Sean Nos dancing which is the old style of Irish Dancing so I won't have a short skirt on for my party piece and I'll have trousers on under my dress. I will be dancing on a barrel over a brush." The 25-year-old from Drumsna in Co Leitrim is a primary school teacher and a dance teacher and she's currently working as a choreographer on the new Ken Loach film Jimmy's Hall, teaching the likes of Andrew Scott how to dance. She said: "We're in the middle of filming so I should be there. But there are loads coming to the show as they are organising a bus. And some of the others are planning a TV night where they'll all crash in one person's house and watch the show." And Edwina actually had her first dance with her boyfriend Michael at the Rose Of Tralee. She said: "He is a dancer too so we would have competed against each other when we were little. We had our first dance together at the Rose Of Tralee when he asked me to dance at a ceili seven or eight years ago and I have been at the festival every year since." The festival kicks off in Tralee today and RTÉ Television will broadcast the International Rose of Tralee Selection live from the Festival Dome from 8pm on Monday and Tuesday. Former Westlife singer Shane Filan is set to make his solo debut on the show on the Tuesday. Shane said: "I'm so excited about my first live solo performance at The Rose of Tralee, and coming home to Ireland makes it all the more special." There will also be backstage footage of the girls being broadcast for the first time. Rose of Tralee fans from around the world can tune in to watch the selection online and support their local Rose. RTÉ.ie will be streaming the International Festival live at www.rte.ie/player .


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Making a splash throughout the waterways of Freeport, Treco and his wife Rochelle own and operate Ready To Go Powerboat Adventures. In addition to the scenic waterway tours that provide a historical overview of the development of Grand Bahama, guests can also take full advantage of powerboat excursions to Bimini, Guana Cay and other northern islands around The Bahamas. Together they are building a Prosperous Bahamas.
As an entrepreneur, Treco understands the importance of relationships including the strong support from his wife Rochelle. He reflects on a time, in the early stages of business development, when she questioned if they could succeed. His reassuring response from then until now has led the pair to enjoy the many blessing, which Rochelle exclaims "it's only God."
The Grants have harnessed the power of social media to drive success to their business through Facebook and Instagram. Their professionalism and quality product offerings allow them to receive positive reviews from highly satisfied customers. Treco quips, "what happens on the boat, stays on the boat!"
Growing up, Treco recalls that they were taught to go to school so that they can get an education and then get a good job. "They never taught us to be owners," he explains. He realizes now that the greatest success comes from owning your own business. "It's the coolest thing for us to be our own boss. It drives and motivates us each day to be better than the day before."
When asked how more Bahamians can contribute to building a prosperous Bahamas, his answer was simple; "Get into something that is your passion because we need people with passion to build a stronger Bahamas."
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Less than one year after announcing that they were set to wed, E! News has learned that Jaimie Alexander and Peter Facinelli have decided to call off their engagement.
Alexander's reps released the following statement to us, saying, "Due to conflicting family and work commitments on opposite coasts, and after much consideration, Peter and Jaimie have chosen to part ways amicable and remain good friends."
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Ideally, children should have their jabs at the right age to protect them as early as possible and minimise the risk of infection.
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Follow the link below to the NHS Choices vaccines schedule these are routinely offered to everyone in the UK for free on the NHS, and the age at which you should ideally have them.
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People who fall into certain risk groups may be offered extra vaccines. These include vaccinations against diseases such as hepatitis B, tuberculosis (TB), seasonal flu and chickenpox. See the NHS Choices pages on vaccines for adults to find out whether you should have one.
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Almost 1 of 10 person had insomnia, Dr. Norah Vincent and Samantha Lewycky from University of Manitoba at Winnipeg said on journal : Sleep, mean while, effective treatment available, most people don't look after it.
They make an online program to cope with insomnia with proofed scientific phenomenological, include information about sleep healthiness and relaxation therapy, and randomly, 118 people who had chronic insomnia register to this program or in waiting list to endure as controlled group.
Over all, third of the subjects dropped out before the research finished. Half of them designated by doctor to dropped out, 18 % of them responded newspaper advertising and apply to be volunteer. "Very likely those people who had high pre-treatment motivation level feel more comfortable with technology, and/or had different expectation about appropriate treatment with their sleep disorders," said Vincent and Lewycky.
From 40 people who finished the program, 35 % said that symptoms they had "many or very changes," 46 % said they had "few changes," 16 % said their symptoms don't change at all, and one person judge bad.
With comparison, in controlled group, 61 % reported had no changes and 30 % said they feel little change, while one person reported had much better change and one other person said very bad result.
While there is no one in group who finished the treatment got normal sleep in the early research, about a quarter from them who finished the treatment; 40 % experience some changes, 10 % had very good experience for the rime they spend for sleep, and 30 % got additional sleeping time.
They conclude that online treatment perhaps can be an effective treatment for people who had chronic insomnia, and research in the future should investigate who gona get the advantage.


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The most popular movie of 1993 was Jurassic Park which has grossed over $357,067,947 since its release. The TV series 60 Minutes was the most popular show of 1993.
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It seems like lately I've been escaping my bubble gum pastel faerie aesthetic for a more """mature""" (boring) palette, but that doesn't mean I don't incorporate it every once in a while. Perhaps by "incorporating it every once in a while" I really mean going all out with an entire ensemble dedicated to the pale hues. The all pink look used to be my "thing", but for some reason I just have been avoiding it. Could be the cold weather, or maybe I'm just bored of being predictable. In any case, this outfit I whipped up last minute one morning really put me in pixie-esque spirits.
As much as I would love an entire closet dedicated to candy-coloured goodness like the ever so perfect Kailey of Mermaidens (who executes it flawlessly without ever being expected or dull--a talent I must acquire myself!), I find my taste ever so fleeting, or, moreso that what I wear is entirely dependent on my mood, which ranges quite dramatically as of late. When I'm in a particularly empowering (and dare I say b*tchy) mood, I tend to go for the tight, all black look (like seen here), when I'm feeling sophisticated, I go all out vintage, (complete with vintage lingerie underneath!), and when I'm just tired and done with the world, I even wear... *gasp* jeans! I suppose this pastel pixie look must be my default for an average day. Can't complain too much about such a cute signature look, despite being season-appropriate or not!
Do you have a signature, go-to style each day, or do you dress depending on your mood as well? Also, does your outfit tend to set the mood for your day, as I have noticed does so for mine? Do let me know, it is something I wonder about often. Perhaps I am just a crazy woman who is the only one who thinks this way. Who knows!
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UGA teaches students the proper skills, rules, and etiquette of golf in both indoor and outdoor settings. Our classes are designed to empower children both on and off the course while cultivating a love for the game of golf.
Our unique program lets children explore the game of golf in a safe, secure, and nurturing environment. We use a variety of specially designed equipment, including the Littlest Golfer, SNAG, ShortGolf, Birdie Ball, and USKG clubs to focus on skill development while having FUN.
We introduce golf fundamentals including
- Grip
- Aim and Alignment
- Stance
- Posture
In the golf world these fundamentals are know as GASP. In our classes, we teach these fundamentals through our own unique version of the same acronym:
- The Games that we use to teach golf concepts
- The Attitude and energy our coaches bring to every class
- The Success for which we set each child up
- The powerful use of Play we use to teach young children
Weekly classes in the UGA curriculum are offered at different levels
- Early Birdies (ages 3 to 5)
- Birdies & Birdies Plus (ages 5.5 & up)
- Eagles (ages 7 & up at our Montauk Downs Location in the summer)
- Green Saturdays* or Junior Player League (ages 7 & up)
No matter what level your child is at we take pride in our holistic approach to golf skill development.
Please note: Age ranges for different levels are guidelines only. Children learn in different ways and at difference paces and we honor these differences. All classes have a low student to coach ratio to ensure that proper individual attention is provided to each student.
Early Birdies Classes
In the Early Birdies classes students discover and explore while we introduce the game of golf in an environment that is dynamic and child-centered. Our Early Birdies cultivate their excitement for the game while developing the necessary physical and golf-specific skills that enhance their enjoyment of the sport.
Early Birdies classes are 50 minutes long and are filled with fun, golf-focused activities that capture students' interest and keep them coming back for more. Through our emphasis of PLAYful learning, we engage and motivate children in ways that enhance developmental outcomes and life-long learning. Children can and are encouraged to repeat this program several times. For young children, repetition is essential to acquire the skills for success. Each lesson in our program has clear learning objectives and is fun, fresh, and engaging. Every session includes time to reflect on what students have learned.
Birdies Classes
Our Birdies classes are geared toward children at least 5 years of age. These classes are 60 minutes long and build upon, extend and enrich the fundamental golf and movement skills, and methodologies taught in the Early Birdies classes.
We continue to nurture students' love for golf and delve deeper into key concepts including pre-shot routine, scoring, club selection and course management. These classes include activities and exercises that reinforce and challenge students' developing skills. Students are encouraged to internalize their progress and make connections, as well as develop confidence in what they are doing. Of course we do all of this while maintaining our mantra of FUN.
Birdies Plus Program
This program is for students ages 7 and up. It is 90 minutes long and held at Premier Indoor Golf that allows developing students to take their skills to the next level.
The program provides a wonderful way to extend and enrich the fundamental golf and movement skills, and methodologies taught in the Early Birdies and Birdies classes.
We continue to nurture students' love for golf and delve deeper into key concepts including pre-shot routine, scoring, club selection and course management. These classes include activities and exercises that reinforce and challenge students' developing skills. Students benefit from the extended class time at Premier and the use of their 4 golf simulators.
This program is run only during the summer season at Montauk Downs.
*Green Saturdays & Junior Players League
As soon as we find a good location to host Green Saturdays and the league again, students will enjoy a 3-hour group-playing session.
Private Lessons
Whether you are a beginner or a single-digit handicapper, a 5-year old or an 85-year old, UGA is here to help you improve your game. When pre-approved by the locations, we conduct private lessons in season at area golf facilities (Marine Park Golf Course, Mosholu, Flushing Meadows, Dunwoodie Golf Course and Montauk Downs Golf Course). We provide private lessons all year long at Premier Indoor Golf in NYC.
Parent Child Lessons
What better way to spend time with your child than taking a golf lesson together? In these sessions, parents observe our safe, simple, successful techniques to teach children important golf concepts such as set-up, posture, balance, tempo and finish. By practicing alongside your child, two important things happen: your technique shifts (sometimes slightly and sometimes with a big "AHA") and you learn useful ways to help your junior golfer.
Before the first lesson, one of our coaches will contact you to understand you and your child's skill levels and recommend which clubs to bring to your lesson.
You will walk away with games and metaphors you can use to reinforce your childs learning and will keep them PLAYing golf.
Notes on our Indoor Classes
UGA started in a 950 sq ft room. It wasn't until two years later it was brought outside into the expanse of Central Park. Indoor settings provide a multitude of teachable moments and throughout the UGA program children are swinging into "shadow screens", chipping through hula hoops, putting down the "train tracks" laid out with masking tape, and, most importantly, using their creativity and imagination to enjoy golf.


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This little guy wanted to film with me, and now look he is a star haha!
(Top: gigglers tee / Cardigan: Smart Set/Skirt: Asos/Watch: Michael Kors/ Bag: Michael Kors/ Necklace: F21/Phone case: Society 6)
I was asked to team up with HelloGiggles to create fashion videos showcasing my personal style in motion and I'm calling it the "Styling Actions" & I'm so excited to be apart of the HelloGiggles team, its such an honor and I'm glad I get to work with such an awesome team.
My video is now up on HelloGiggles, so make sure you check it out it's called "Make me Giggle", but I will leave you here with a couple of photos of my look from the video. I was a bit shy at first, being infront of the camera and everything but the more I got into it the more fun I had, now I think I found another new hobby! :)
You can look forward to seeing more of my fashion videos every other Tuesday on HelloGiggles. So stay tuned!
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In the eight years between invasion and withdrawal, more than 110,000 people suffered violent deaths as direct result of the Iraq conflict. Some estimates put that number at over a million. Hundreds of thousands of civilians and former combatants also suffered injury during the war, both physical and psychological. When the coalition finally withdrew in 2011, no significant weapons of mass destruction had been located, but Saddam Hussein's regime had been replaced by elected representatives. A mostly Sunni-led insurgency flared up, challenging the new government and security forces. Trillions of dollars were spent and millions of lives were affected, but the Iraqis are still struggling to find their post-war footing as near-constant violence hampers any efforts to move beyond poverty and pain. Ten years later, we look back in a three-part series. Today's entry focuses on the period from 2011 to present-day. This post is part 3 of 3, be sure to see part 1, and part 2.
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The 2008 AVA GOLD AWARD went to GALILEO PRODUCTIONS for their work with NJASID, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY for "JUMP!" and our PRO BONO AWARD for THE MERMAID PARADE, a music video close-up of Coney Island, New York's Mermaid Parade held every year during the summers at the boardwalk. The project has garnished attention from many distributors and was awarded a grant from the AVA Awards as well. Producers, Kurt Hoss, Susan Shaw and James Ford Nussbaum followed the afternoon events one hot afternoon in 2008 down on the Coney Island Boardwalk.
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Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Knee Cartilage Injuries
|The safety and scientific validity of this study is the responsibility of the study sponsor and investigators. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U.S. Federal Government. Read our disclaimer for details.
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02118519
Recruitment Status : Completed
First Posted : April 21, 2014
Last Update Posted : February 24, 2016
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|Condition or disease
|Articular Cartilage Disorder of Knee Osteoarthritis, Knee
|Biological: Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells
|Phase 2
Fourteen patients from both genders, age range 40-68, will be enrolled according to strict inclusion and exclusion criteria, divided into two equal groups based upon receiving autologous MSCs alone, or MSCs supported by platelet lysate through percutaneous injection.
The patients are followed by clinical assessment, laboratory investigations as well as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the injected knee.
The investigators hypothesize that the two groups will give satisfactory clinical outcomes, but the investigators are looking forward to assessing the best product that will activate chondrogenesis and heal cartilaginous injury.
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
|Actual Enrollment :
|13 participants
|Intervention Model:
|Parallel Assignment
|Double (Participant, Investigator)
|Primary Purpose:
|Official Title:
|Use of Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Repair of Articular Cartilage Disorder of Knee Using Intra-articular Injection of Mesenchymal Cells Alone or Mesenchymal Cells With Platelet Lysate
|Study Start Date :
|January 2014
|Actual Primary Completion Date :
|August 2015
|Actual Study Completion Date :
|August 2015
Active Comparator: mesenchymal stem cells
Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells primed prior to intra articular injection into knees of patients with advanced articular cartilage injury
Biological: Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Comparison of clinical outcomes of patients injected by mesenchymal stem cells only with patients injected with mesenchymal stem cells supported by platelet lysate
Active Comparator: mesenchymal cells&platelet lysate
Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells primed prior to intra articular injection with platelet lysate into knees of patients with advanced articular cartilage injury
Biological: Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Comparison of clinical outcomes of patients injected by mesenchymal stem cells only with patients injected with mesenchymal stem cells supported by platelet lysate
- Assessing the therapeutic benefits of the injected Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells. [ Time Frame: 12 months ]
- Assessment of the articular cartilage healing in osteoarthritic patients through intra articular injection of Autologus Mesenchymal stem cell with/or without supported product. [ Time Frame: 12 months ]For every patient tests would be performed repeated at 6, and 12 months post-injection.
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contacts provided below. For general information, Learn About Clinical Studies.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|40 Years to 68 Years (Adult, Older Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- MRI must show moderate/severe articular injury
- Serum collagen II must be above the normal value.
- Lesion site: Femoral and Tibial condyles or patella
- Admission of steroid , NSAID, pain killers must be stopped before 1 month
Exclusion Criteria:
- Lesion size
- PT and PTT not within normal value
- Complete blood count ( Hb, PCV, and RBC) not within the normal value
- HIV and Hepatitis Antigens (B and C) detection
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT02118519
|Cell Therapy Center, Jordan University Hospital
|Amman, Jordan, 11942
|Study Director:
|Abdallah Awidi, MD
|Cell Therapy Center
|Principal Investigator:
|Mahasen S Najjar, MD
|Jordan University Hospital
|Principal Investigator:
|Hiba Khalil, PhD
|Al-Neelain University
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
|Responsible Party:
|Fatima Jamali, Researcher, University of Jordan
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|Other Study ID Numbers:
|First Posted:
|April 21, 2014 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|February 24, 2016
|Last Verified:
|February 2016
Bone marrow derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Knee articular cartilage injury
Osteoarthritis, Knee
Cartilage Diseases
Joint Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Rheumatic Diseases
Connective Tissue Diseases


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Google today released a set of code for its SyntaxNet natural language parser for neural networks as open source on the Github repository.
The models include the ready-trained English language Parsey McParseface parser, which can explain the function of each word in a given sentence, according to Slav Petrov, Google staff research scientist.
The moniker Parsey McParseface is a reference to an online campaign to name a British polar research ship Boaty McBoatface, which despite massive backing was ultimately unsuccessful.
SyntaxNet aims to provide developers and scientists with the tools to analyse linguistic structures of languages to explain the functional role of each word in sentences, Petrov said.
Natural language understanding is traditionally very difficult to achieve with computers.
This is due to ambiguities in human languages, which result in sentences of moderate lengths of 20 to 30 words having at times up to tens of thousands of different syntactic structures.
However, Google believes its SyntaxNet parser is the most accurate one in the world.
Petrov said that on well-formed text such as English newswire sentences, Parsey McParseface "recovers individual dependencies between words with over 94 percent accuracy".
This approaches human performance - linguists performing the same task reach 96 to 97 percent acccuracy, according to Petrov.
Parsey McParseface falls apart, however, when it comes to analysing sentences sourced from the web, managing only 90 percent accuracy on datasets. Even so, Petrov believes the accuracy rate is high enough to be useful in many applications.
SyntaxNet and the Parsey McParseface tool were released under the Apache 2.0 open source licence, and are implemented in Google's TensorFlow machine learning library.


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With Dave Blaney at the wheel, SANY America will serve as the primary sponsor on the No. 7 Chevrolet SS for 14 Sprint Cup Series events and associate partner for 22 races, starting with the Subway Fresh Fit 500 at Phoenix International Raceway on March 3rd. The relationship was forged with the help of Al Heinke, owner of Mohawk Construction and co-owner of TBR.
Started in 1989 by college roommates, SANY is now the sixth largest industrial equipment company in the world. With global sales of their cranes, concrete pump machinery, excavators, and other heavy-duty equipment, they reported revenues of over $12 billion US in 2012.
SANY America opened its doors in Peachtree City, Georgia in 2007 as a division of SANY. All of the units they sell in the United States are designed specifically for the US market, using well known globally produced components, and are backed by an above-industry-standard two-year/4,000 hour warranty. Since opening in the U.S. two years ago, SANY America has sold over 150 cranes to customers across the country through selected dealers.
Team owner, Tommy Baldwin, Jr. is excited about opportunities that lie ahead for both companies. "As an organization, we're proud to have brought a new company into NASCAR. Both TBR and SANY America are achieving a milestone together. We're looking forward to being able to show them great benefits that a NASCAR sponsorship can offer."
"We're excited to start this venture with Tommy Baldwin Racing and NASCAR," said Kyle Nape, vice president of global sales and marketing at SANY America. "Many of our customers are NASCAR fans, so this partnership is a great way for us to get our name out there. We're looking forward to a great season with a great team."


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PITTSBURGH — Miami Dolphins cornerback Tony Lippett has started 13 games in his second NFL season, but he said this week he's actually learning from rookie cornerback Xavien Howard.
Both inexperienced cornerbacks are expected to start in Sunday's Wild Card Playoff game at the Steelers (1 p.m., CBS).
"Xavien's aggressive," Lippett said on Friday. "He's an aggressive guy. He's been playing it for a long time so he knows some things I don't know. He knows things I don't know about the corner position. So I try to learn as much as I can from him. I like that about his game."
Lippett and Howard must deal with Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown, who finished second in the NFL with 106 catches for 1,284 yards.
"Just try to limit him as much as we can," Lippett said. "He's a dynamic player. He can do it all. He can go deep. He can take a slant to the crib. He's dynamic in his hands. So we're just going to try to limit him."
Veteran Byron Maxwell entered the game doubtful with an ankle injury. Maxwell lead the inexperienced Dolphins in playoff games and won a Super Bowl ring with the Seattle Seahawks.
Meanwhile, Lippett was a fifth-rounder converted from Michigan State wide receiver. But since being toasted by Bengals receiver A.J. Green in his first start, he has steadily improved.
In fact, this week Dolphins defensive coordinator Vance Joseph chose Lippett at the Dolphin who has made the most progress in 2016.
"I mean, it's cool," Lippett said of Joseph's comment. "But our goal this week is just to come out 1-0. We can't really think about that right now. The season is not over."
Meanwhile, Howard, a second-rounder from Baylor (38th overall) has had two knee surgeries since last season and has played the last three games after missing nine.
But Howard has excellent potential. And Lippett sees some common traits between the two.
"We're young. We are athletic. We can compete," Lippett said. "And that's what we try to take into the game. Just go out there and compete. Try to make plays. Try to be in the right place at the right time."
Lippett dealt with a thigh issue this week and was listed as questionable.
"I feel fine," Lippett said. "I feel smooth. So I'm going to be out there."
Lippett said the coldest game he's played in was at Minnesota. It was negative degrees and the wind was blowing hard.
On Sunday, game time temperature should be about 16 degrees, with 15 mile an hour winds making it feel like 2.
Are temperatures that cold an advantage for the defense?
"Well, I was on offense that day," Lippett said with a smile. "I was cold as ever. But we got through it."
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My husband and I have just recently rescued Amanda. We had lost our lovely Clumber girl Maxcine in January and really were lost without a Clumber member of the family.
Kathy Rehm gave us the privilege of having Maxcine when she was 7 ½ years old. She lived until she was 13. Our previous Clumber was a rescue from California and she was 2 when she joined us. So, we really missed our Clumber buddy. Several Clumber members were on the look out for a Clumber for us, and when one of these told me about the rescues mentioned in the Clumber publication, I called Sue Carr right away. She was wonderful in getting me in touch with Donna Starr who then had me talk with Amanda's owner. After several phone calls, she decided we would be a good home for Amanda and Amanda flew to Wisconsin from California.
I cannot begin to tell you what a joy she is to have around our home. She is an "only child" so she has all her toys to herself which is fine with her. Amanda has adjusted to her new home better than I could ever have hoped for. After 1 day, she slept through the night without crying, has never had an accident in the house, eats very well and generally enjoys her new surroundings. We both work so she is home during the day by herself. She enjoys herself by watching TV, listening to the radio and sleeping on the sofa. It is interesting that she only goes on this one sofa and only when we are not home. She adores my husband and when he sits on the floor to watch TV, she snuggles up right next to him and sleeps. I am a Library Director and we have a program where children can read to dogs and when I took Amanda, I think she thought she was in heaven. She loves children and they loved her-lots of hugs, kisses, wiggles. I also go to a senior residence once a month and Amanda goes with me and has made friends with all the people. Last month I had to go right from work, so I was not able to take Amanda and boy was she missed! She loves her yard, our prairie in the back, the neighbors and everyone she meets. She is such a love sponge. I am so thankful that Sue and Donna were able to help us get Amanda. I cannot imagine our lives without her.


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Shifting Security Left: 3 DevSecOps Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Shifting Security Left: 3 DevSecOps Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Security is often ignored by DevOps in favor of speed, but security is important. These DevSecOps tips will help you maintain quality and speed.
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Software organizations are under tremendous pressure to deliver innovative products and ship updates fast. To keep up with the competitive and ever-rapid release schedule, many software teams are adopting the DevOps model for its increased efficiency and agility.
Companies that are required to innovate and stick to tight release timelines are learning that a well-planned DevOps cycle, integrated into the application development process, can help them stay on schedule without compromising quality for slower manual testing and bug fixing that would traditionally come at the end of the process.
Is DevOps' Need for Speed Leaving Security in the Dust?
While organizations continue to adopt, expand, and perfect their DevOps game, malicious attacks on application layers are on the rise, and it seems like almost every day brings news of yet another data breach in an organization. Enterprises are coming to realize that while DevOps tools and processes are great for staying innovative within tight release timelines, the risks of slack security remain real, immediate, and extremely costly. This puts DevOps outfits under pressure to implement stronger and smarter security measures.
Security: Too Slow to Join the DevOps Squad?
Incorporating security into the DevOps cycle is a relatively new approach, and up until recently, not many people thought it was a good fit. Even security experts point out that incorporating security people into the development lifecycle can be challenging.
Security expert Michele Chubirka says in her blog that, "While many security people have a good understanding of how to find application vulnerabilities and exploit them, they often don't understand how software development teams work, especially in Agile/DevOps organizations. This leads to inefficiencies and a flawed program."
This led to a situation where the security team was essentially out of the picture, unable to have a real impact on the final product in an efficient manner.
DevSecOps: Where DevOps and Security Can Play Nice
Over the past few years, more and more enterprises and organizations are making a concerted effort to shift security practices left and incorporate them into the DevOps cycle, ensuring that security doesn't impede time to market. According to recent DigiCert research, organizations are already invested in incorporating security with DevOps. Research results show that 49% of the organizations surveyed said that they are in the process of integrating security with DevOps, and that another 49% said that they already completed their integration.
Ensuring a Smooth Ride: 3 DevSecOps Barriers & How to Overcome Them
Change is never easy for an organization, and incorporating security into the DevOps cycle is quite a transition on many levels. Teams and experts need to adjust themselves to a new organizational structure, new processes need to be adopted, new skills need to be developed, and new tools need to be integrated. As companies continue to adopt the DevSecOps approach, they should be aware of the common challenges management teams face as they set out on this journey.
Here are a few barriers organizations face on the road to ensuring security throughout an efficient and innovative DevSecOps cycle:
#1 Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Adopting a DevSecOps approach requires teams and experts that aren't used to working together to cooperate, creating and maintaining a development lifecycle that delivers quickly and securely.
This requires all players (we're looking at you developers, operations, and security professionals) to respect the expertise that their counterparts bring to the table, and learn how to work together to ensure the process and end product are up to everyone's standards.
It's up to all stakeholders in the organization to ensure this transition succeeds, because when it does, the sum of the DevSecOps cycle will prove greater than its individual parts.
#2 Security Knowledge Is Power
It's hard to build a strong DevSecOps outfit without the (Sec)urity.
As organizations are learning that security requires just as much expert manpower as infrastructure and quality, the cybersecurity skills gap is becoming a real issue. Some experts predict that by 2019, there will be a shortage of 2 million cybersecurity professionals.
How can you make sure that your DevSecOps teams are proficient in security?
IBM Security General Manager Marc van Zadelhoff recommends "[Creating security] roles that prioritize skills, knowledge, and willingness to learn over degrees and the career fields that gave people their initial work experience." Van Zadelhoff says many of IBM's successful new hires "were curious about security and motivated to learn the skills."
If organizations innovate their approach to hiring security personnel, they will most probably gain ambitious, motivated professionals that are willing to roll up their sleeves and think out of the box.
#3 Automate Much?
Speaking of thinking outside of the box, the old-school, waterfall security practices typically began very late in the product lifecycle. This approach is at odds with the agile DevSecOps process. If organizations really want to embed security throughout their DevOps cycle, application security tools are required.
Using continuous automation tools throughout integration and deployment will help boost security, quality, and even compliance. Organizations need to seriously address the fact that today, most of their code is 3rd party, and insist on good code hygiene from the start of development and throughout the DevSecOps cycle.
Integrating technologies like Software Composition Analysis tools early into their processes will help DevSecOps teams to ensure the products that they are delivering are as risk-free as possible.
DevSecOps: Shifting Security Left
Organizations don't need to choose between security, innovation, and speed as the DevSecOps approach allows them to have their cake and eat it, too. They just need to remember the basic ingredients of automation, innovation, and cooperation.
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It started out as happily ever after, but after awhile the weight of daily life — unchanged toilet paper rolls, time-sucking commutes, unresolved injuries — began to crush your once-blissful couplehood. Frustrated, but not ready to call it quits, separating seemed like a natural solution.
You both know there are still many questions to be answered, except for one that became abundantly clear: Adjusting to this new normal would take time and work. You both discovered that disentangling a marriage is a complex and nuanced process that was taxing you to the limit. And then came the actual taxes.
Should you file together or separately? Who can — and who should — claim the children, the childcare or the new braces? What about pet expenses? Should you sell the house and split the profit? The truth is, dissolving a marriage can be taxing. But then again, so are taxes.
Understanding which tax moves could work in your best interest, and which could be all wrong for your situation, is an essential part of unraveling your relationship while remaining in good standing with the U.S. government.
10: Weigh Your Filing Options
You are estranged from your spouse and now it's time to file federal income taxes. Whether you are legally separated or are living apart informally, you can still prepare a joint return. It's an option you'll no longer have after you divorce.
However, just because you can file a joint tax return doesn't mean you should. There are other options that should at least be considered. Admittedly, filing a joint return will reap a larger standard deduction ($24,000 for tax year 2018). Or, you can file separately as head of household, which offers a $18,000 standard deduction. It's a decidedly more attractive option than the $12,000 available to those with a single or married filing separately status.
There are tax brackets to consider, too. If you have a married filing joint status, you and your spouse can remain in the 12 percent tax bracket until your combined earnings reach $77,400. The married but filing separately cap is just $38,700. If you file as head of household, you can stay in the 12 percent tax bracket up to $52,850 for a single income. Meanwhile, the 12 percent tax bracket for single filers is $38,700, the same as married filing separately. Go above these incomes and you'll find yourself in the 22 percent tax rate bracket. It pays to stay in the 12 percent category as long as you can [source: U.S. Tax Center].
9: Transfer Retirement Assets, Tax-free
A retirement account may not seem like a top priority during a separation, but if you don't fully understand the tax consequences of transferring assets, it can become a costly problem.
As part of your separation, some of your retirement earnings may go to your spouse (or vice versa). Failing to use the correct process could have significant tax implications. Take Jane, for example. She has been the primary earner most of the marriage, so she opted to give her estranged husband George 50 percent of her 401(k) so he could embark on a financially independent life.
Jane should have made the transfer using a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO), which would have allowed her to transfer or rollover the funds tax-free. Because she did not use a QDRO, the Internal Revenue Service taxed the distribution, leaving Jane with a hefty tax bill and an early withdrawal penalty.
Using a QDRO to arrange for the transfer of 401(k) or 403(b) retirement assets from one spouse to another allows tax-free access to the funds and avoids early withdrawal penalties. Similarly, to transfer or rollover retirement funds from an IRA, you'll need to make a "transfer incident to divorce," which offers the same tax benefits [source: Cussen].
8: Don't Double Up on Child Tax Credit
Children are a joy, especially when it comes to claiming a Child Tax Credit.
A Child Tax Credit can shave as much as $2,000 per child off your tax bill. If you and your estranged spouse are filing separately, you'll need to decide who will claim your child as a dependent. This determination will impact potential tax credits.
Only the parent who claims a qualifying child as a dependent will be eligible for a Child Tax Credit. To qualify for a Child Tax Credit, you must have provided at least half the child's support during the tax year and the child must have lived with you more than half of the tax year. Additional criteria must be met in order to qualify for a Child Tax Credit, which take into account a child's age, citizenship and relationship to a parent, so it may be in your best interest to consult a tax adviser.
Even if you meet all the criteria for a Child Tax Credit, you may earn too much money to receive it. A parent whose modified adjusted gross income is more than $200,000 typically won't qualify [source: Josephson].
7: Claim Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
What if you aren't the spouse who gets to claim your child as a dependent and, therefore, potentially receive a Child Tax Credit? You can still get the credit you're due. Namely, a Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit as long as you meet certain criteria.
To qualify, your child needs to have been younger than 13 during the tax year, and you need to have paid someone else to take care of your child so you could work or go to school full-time. The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit also may apply if you needed childcare to conduct a job search or if you have a dependent of any age with a physical or mental disability.
The amount of Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit you receive is based on the number of children you have and the cost of childcare. The tax credit could be up to $3,000 for one child or $6,000 for two or more children, so it pays to investigate the possibilities [source: IRS].
6: Deduct Paid Alimony
If you've entered into a separation from your spouse, odds are the term "alimony" has been bantered around. Alimony is money paid to a spouse (or former spouse) and, like most financial aspects of relationship dissolution, has tax consequences. In short, alimony is a tax-deductible expense if you pay it and can be taxed as income if you receive it.
There are a few specifics worth paying attention to as well. First, the alimony needs to be paid under a formal agreement. It doesn't count — at least for tax purposes — if you just call it alimony and don't have a written separation agreement in place that spells out how much you'll pay and when. In order to deduct alimony from your taxes, you and your spouse cannot live together. And, you'll need to file separate tax returns.
If you are paying a spouse to use or maintain property you own, it cannot count as an alimony deduction. For example, if you purchase a condo and move into it without your estranged spouse, and then hire your estranged spouse to remodel it, you cannot compensate your estranged spouse and expect to deduct it as alimony [source: IRS].


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Beautiful teeth begin with thorough and gentle examinations at Mid Bay Dental. Our caring and experienced Niceville dentist offers patients the latest in dental advances in a relaxed environment. Dr. Justine Chase has been in practice here since 2001 and has years of continuing education that enable her to stay at the forefront of dental techniques. She takes pride in offering premier dental care to patients of all ages for an affordable price.
Dental problems we treat every day include:
Our dentist offers a broad range of techniques to bring you the latest advancements in dental care and cosmetic dentistry. With advanced dental equipment, we are able to diagnose, treat, and prevent dental conditions of all types.
We offer dental exams, cleanings, fillings, oral cancer screenings, and advanced dental procedures like implants and bridges with the highest level of care and professionalism. Learn more about our general dentistry procedures below.
Cleanings are important for preventing dental conditions such as tooth decay and gum disease. We recommend routine cleanings for kids (4+) and adults every 6 months. We know many people are anxious about dental exams, and we do our very best to ensure they are as pain-free and as comfortable as possible.
During a cleaning, the dental hygienist will remove plaque and tartar from your teeth, and then floss and polish them. In addition, we perform digital X-rays with reduced radiation to look below the surface and detect any problems before they occur, and we also conduct oral cancer screenings as part of each comprehensive exam.
Advances in dentistry have made fillings less obvious than ever before. New and old fillings can now match your natural teeth for a beautiful smile free of silver mercury amalgam. Tooth-colored fillings are more resilient and can last years longer than traditional metal fillings.
If left untreated, cavities can lead to serious tooth decay and tooth pain.
If the condition of a tooth has been compromised due to infection or decay and it is too weak to take a filling, we use porcelain crowns to restore the tooth's strength and beauty. A crown may be used with a dental implant if you are missing a tooth. Once in place, a crown looks and feels like your own tooth.
If you have several missing teeth or extensive tooth decay or gum disease, you may be a candidate for full or partial dentures. Unlike bridges and dental implants, dentures are removable. Your dentures will be custom molded to give you the best and most comfortable fit.
Periodontal disease is an ongoing bacterial infection that can have a systemic effect on the body's organ systems and may be associated with serious health problems including heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and other conditions.
We ensure your gums are healthy to help prevent periodontal disease such as gingivitis. To keep the tissues surrounding your teeth in optimal condition, we perform periodontal maintenance and treatment, including deep scaling and gingival curettage.
A number of factors may contribute to tooth sensitivity, including gum disease, cracked teeth, cavities, and erosion (a condition that occurs when the tooth enamel has been worn down). Sensitive teeth may benefit from a special toothpaste, or you may need a dental procedure like bonding to treat it.
Toothaches are a sure sign that it's time to see your dentist. It can be a sign of a cavity or something more serious, including a cracked tooth or an abscess. In severe cases, an emergency tooth extraction may be necessary.
An untreated cavity can lead to an abscessed (infected) tooth. When a cavity goes untreated, a pocket of pus forms in the pulp of the tooth, which can cause pain and swelling, tooth sensitivity, and/or a chip or crack in the tooth. An abscessed tooth needs immediate attention to prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body.
A cracked tooth can cause tooth sensitivity and pain while biting. Cracks can be difficult to detect, so it's important to see an experienced dentist like Dr. Chase and Dr. Jordan if you experience tooth pain. Because cracked teeth can lead to infection, proper prevention and early intervention help to greatly improve the outcome. Cracked or missing teeth can be restored with crowns, dentures or implants.
Mid Bay Dental wants to be the place you go for your total oral health. If you're looking for a family dentist in the Niceville area, call (850) 897-4200 today for an exam and keep your teeth healthy and strong.
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For many, jellyfish are nasty, menacing creatures that creep silently through the water, furtively honing in on our exposed flesh as we tread water in coastal waves. As a kid, I was terrified of the cabbageheads and Portuguese Man O' Wars washed up on Galveston beaches, thinking they could instantly spring to life and whip their stinging tentacles around my ankles. But maneuvering through Arline Fisch's installation of iridescent sea creatures at the Center for Contemporary Craft, I wanted to reach out and touch them.
Made of knitted and crocheted copper wire and fabric, Fisch's intricate renderings of several jellyfish species successfully mimic the animals' bizarre shapes, wild colors and shiny, metallic sheens. Taken out of a watery environment and transferred to the air, they appear more like strange spores carried on the wind, or even like organic satellites. Kids gawk at them in wonder; not terror. These would've gone a long way toward allaying my beach fears had I seen them as a kid. But then there was Jaws.
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Digital Citizenship Family ResourcesThe Acton-Boxborough EDTech department is committed to helping our students learn to be responsible digital citizens. As we all navigate an increasingly digital world, it's important to think critically, behave safely, and participate responsibly in online activities. Teachers and families can help children foster positive online behavior, and protect them from cyberbullying and activities that might compromise their safety or reputations. While our schools are dedicated to educating our students about digital citizenship, families can help reinforce the message at home. Following are several resources to support efforts to encourage positive online experiences.
Resources for Families
How to Talk with Your Teen About Instagram: an informative and empowering overview from Instagram that includes tips about controlling Instagram features, and how to have meaningful conversations about social media usage.
Parents' Ultimate Guide to Snapchat: If you are a parent or guardian of a tween or teen, you probably know they use it, but don't necessarily know how it works. This guide from our friends at Common Sense Media provides a thorough and understandable overview of this very popular messaging app.
Internet Filtering
We strongly recommend that parents and guardians protect their children with Internet filtering tools that control unwanted and offensive content, and provide safe Internet access for families. With the proliferation of handheld devices, it is becoming increasingly difficult for parents to monitor their children's Internet access. One good choice for Internet filtering and parental control software, for both home computers and handheld devices, is K9 Web Protection
As part of a community outreach and social responsibility program, K9 is free for home computers and is now also available free through iTunes for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. K9 has been downloaded in over 1 million homes and has won numerous awards. The download is simple and spyware-free. More information is available on the Website
Privacy Settings in Social Media Apps
It is important for parents to understand exactly what information their children might be sharing on social media. Check out ParentInfo.org for instructions on how to adjust the privacy settings for all of the latest social media apps.
Safe Internet Searching
Instead of using Google Search, bookmark and guide your children to use one of these 6 Safe Search Engines for Kids.
IPads, iPhones, iPod Touch, & Apple Watches
Apple Family Resources: a website dedicated to guiding families to choose how—and how often—their children use their iPhones and iPads.
You can use the Guided Access feature to temporarily limit access to only one App. Guided access can be used to control which app your child uses while limiting access to other apps, including Internet searching.
Step-by-Step Guide to Setting up Your Kid's iPhone
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As a child and family therapist, the concern I hear most often is, "I think my child may have anxiety and I'm not sure how to help them."
I don't need to travel as far as my office to see the various ways anxiety impacts children in today's world. As a mom of three, I see firsthand how the world incites excessive stress in our kids.
Our children are encompassed in a culture of fear: fear of health and safety, fear of not being the best, fear of not fitting in, fear of failing a test, fear of not making the team, and the list goes on and on.
With 1 in 8 children experiencing anxiety (and many more feeling stressed), it would be difficult to deny that our kids are facing an inordinate amount of pressure in their daily lives. Luckily, there are some straightforward, research-based, hugely effective strategies that you can practice with your kids in order to start lowering their anxiety today.
1| Be a media monitor
Evidence shows that exposure to news programming and fictional media such as video games, movies, and TV shows can cause children to experience fear and anxiety. When children are exposed to violent or aggressive content, their brains process it in the same way as if it were actually happening to them.
This means stress hormones are triggered, and the amygdala goes into overdrive creating an anxious response in the brain. In addition to this, if children are exposed to mature content that their maturing brain can't yet process, it will leave them feeling overwhelmed and anxious. With the barrage of media sources out there today, resources such as Common Sense Media are invaluable for assisting parents in setting these essential boundaries.
2 | Harness the power of helpful thoughts.
Positive thinking has become a cliché, but I assure you, it is a powerhouse in terms of lowering anxiety. The thoughts your child has in any given scenario will shape their feelings and behavior.
You, as a parent, have the ability to pay attention to your child's language and alert them to negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety.
Good indicators of negative thinking are the use of exaggerations, extremes (I always, I never), or speculative statements such as "what if…" or "I might…" Assist them in challenging the thoughts that are not based in fact or reason, and collaborate with them to come up with a more reasonable and self-affirming statement.
3 | Become breathing buddies.
Odds are, you will be present with your child in a moment during the day where either of you may be feeling stressed. This is a great opportunity to experience the massive power of a few good quality breaths. Sit up straight, draw your breath into your abdomen, and count to four during each exhale and inhale.
There is no faster way to calm down an anxious physiology (lower stress hormones, lower blood pressure, and increase oxygenation to the front brain promoting problem solving) than taking good impactful breaths.
4 | Engage in beginner mindfulness.
A very practical way to begin sowing seeds of mindfulness with your child is practicing gratitude. Take a minute to each share three things you are feeling thankful for at that moment. When our brains are focusing on gratitude the part of our brain responsible for maintaining anxiety is forced to shut down. You are also helping draw your child's thoughts into the present moment as opposed to ruminating in the past or speculating about the future.
5 | Be a safe haven.
Many kids work through tough feelings that contribute to anxiety through talking. Demonstrating you are available and present will encourage your child to share their thoughts and emotions. When they are sharing, resist the urge to criticize or lecture them. Repeat back to them what they shared and empathize with how they are feeling. Utilize the powerful listening skills of acceptance, validation, and empathy, and you will demonstrate to your child that you are a supportive resource to turn to when they are feeling anxious or stressed.


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Since last week's phone dump was so successful (pretty sure only my mom read and she was amused), I thought I would continue.
I hope you are all recovering from your children's sugar highs they got from their Halloween candy! I may be a horrible mother, but I only allowed my kids one candy each, before they went to bed!
I was a class helper for Hannah's class yesterday and dressed up as a bank robber. I pretty much convinced every kindergartner that I had real money in my bag.....I can wish right? Did I mention I made this costume in 10 minutes.....yeah I am a procrastinator.
You know that moment when you realize your kid has been way too quiet for way too long? Well that's what happened when I thought Charlie was being such a good boy and watching a movie! I was dead wrong. I go downstairs and he destroyed a half a bag of hamburger buns and scattered bread all over our downstairs. It was great.
Hannah was Doc Mcstuffins this year and Charlie was Buzz lightyear! Charlie doesn't look thrilled in this picture, but I promise he was.
Why did I take a picture of my feet? Because these socks reminded me of Where's Waldo. Yep, I am wearing blue sweat pants and Where's Waldo socks. I may or may not have spent the entire day in my sweats and these fuzzy socks.
Who knew mini marshmallows and toothpicks were so entertaining! It's a small miracle when Charlie sits down for more than five minutes. :)
Spot the dog. Cutest little dog ever.
I'm certain Charlie will be really upset with me when he's older for posting this picture. However, it was his idea to try on the lady bug costume! I swear.
Spaghettio's. Enough said.
Since Charlie's been boycotting naps for the past month, he gets super tired really early at night. The other night he fell asleep on me while we were watching Shrek. Isn't it the best when your kids fall asleep on you?
My husband trying to calm Avie down! She did not want to be in that ladybug costume!
She warmed up to the costume after a while.......
Why do we put ourselves through so much torture. I'm talking about taking our kids to dinner. Surprisingly, no drinks were spilled, no meltdowns happened, and only a little hair-pulling occured. :)
Corn dog (homemade batter) and fries. That's where it's at. Oh and dont' forget the "fry sauce"
I've mentioned that we live in the middle of no-where. This is our front yard. It's normal for us to hear the cows mooing throughout the day.
This is from my run I took earlier this week. I learned a few things on this run:
1. It's too cold to run outside now.
2. I don't like running in the cold.
3. I would rather run when it's hot. :)
Hannah checking out her stash. She chose to eat a Milky Way for her one piece of candy last night. I personally would have went for the Kit Kat. Oh wait, I did do that. ;)