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As a Director, Regulatory Affairs, Global Labeling you 1) guide and create policy related to the development and maintenance of compliant and up-to-date core labeling documents for development and marketed products throughout the product lifecycle, 2) provide strategic and operational regulatory labeling input, 3) work with cross-functional teams to ensure that the execution of global regulatory labeling plans are aligned with global regulatory strategies and with industry labeling processes and standards and 4) educate and influence senior and peer staff on Global Labeling approaches and process that meet the needs of Regulatory Authorities.
• Global Labeling Board (GLB)
• Chair/Lead Global Labeling Board to facilitate senior, executive cross-functional discussion on original, proposed DCDS/CCDS and changes to effective DCDS/CCDS, for review and approval.
• Ensure country label (e.g., US PI, EU SmPC) proposals which deviate from the DCDS/CCDS are brought to the attention of the GLB, together with rationale.
• Ensure deviations from labeling policy and procedures are brought to the attention of GLB and addressed.
• Contribute to overall Global Labeling and liability risk management strategy including review cross-company label/CCDS maintenance agreements.
• Provide input on interpretation and implementation of key regional labeling regulations, guidelines, and best labeling practices. Assess the impact of regulatory changes on currently approved and planned product labeling.
• Interacts with Global Regulatory Affairs worldwide to ensure timely implementation of global safety labeling changes in local product information, international consistency with the company's safety position defined in the CCSI, and compliance with local labeling regulations. Guide/ support labeling related HA negotiations and participate in labeling negotiation meetings or teleconferences with HAs, as needed.
• CCDS Supporting Documents: Advises on the creation of high quality documents supporting changes to the CCDS with internal and/or external experts including the preparation of responses to labeling-related Health Authority queries.
• Assigns and advises on membership in cross functional expert labeling teams
• Represent Global Labeling as a member of Safety Management Teams.
• May assist in the development and maintenance of Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) and Risk Management Plans (RMPs).
• May represent Regulatory Affairs on product development teams, with responsibility for generating CCDS and guiding the generation of country specific labeling deliverables, in exceptional cases.
• May research and evaluate past labeling precedents for marketed drug products to help guide new label creation, in exceptional cases
• Initiate, Manage and Contribute to global labeling management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and comment on emerging internal and external guidelines and regulations related to regulatory, safety, and legal topics.
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and adherence to regulatory internal policies and processes. Represent Global Labeling during internal and external inspections
• Lead, Develop, Coach and Mentor newcomers and less experienced Global Labeling Team Members
• Performance Management Responsibility for Labeling Team Members with an expectation to grow the group as required in the coming year(s).
• BS or MS degree in a physical science with requisite experience and demonstrated capability in drug development and core label development and maintenance.
• Advanced degree in MD, Ph.D., PharmD, preferred.
• High computer literacy, with demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is essential. Experience with Documentum and Trackwise is a plus.
• Fluency in English as business language is essential, other languages advantageous.
• Efficient organization of information, document files, and electronic archives essential.
• At least 6-8 years in global labeling combined with at least 4-6 years in related areas of the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• At least 4-6 years in related areas of the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• In-depth, nuanced and differentiated understanding of the expectations of Health Authorities and their Inspectorates related to development and maintenance of core product labeling to include requirements for initial approval and subsequent changes based on emergent data.
• Understanding of the generalized expectations of Health Authorities related to changes to local product information in major markets.
• Demonstrable leadership and influencing skills with the capability to gather and present data and information to facilitate informed decision-making. Demonstrable conflict-resolution skills and ability to negotiate agreements amongst individuals with differing needs and expectations.
• Excellent management and project coordination skills, with ability to manage product labeling lifecycles and work flow for precise compliance with appropriate regulatory and industry standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong, demonstrable capabilities in the use of information technologies, and Microsoft Office Suite of Products


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Note: I started this post almost two weeks ago on the actual first day of class, October 8. See the update below for my delay in posting (i.e. class is HARD!!!).
First day of school!!!!
I mentioned last week that I registered to take an online course from Harvard on Science and Cooking. Today the course opened and I've dived in headfirst watching the introductory videos, reading the required text, making my own introductory video, and checking out the labs and homework assignments. It's not too late for you to join the class if you haven't already done so. It's free and whether or not you choose to do any of the homework and labs is entirely up to you — you can choose to audit the course, or if you choose the certificate option and don't end up doing all the required material, really what do you have to lose?
The first homework and lab assignments aren't due until November 19, so you have plenty of time to catch up. Here's a description of the course from the syllabus:
Science and Cooking:
From Haute Cuisine to Soft Matter Science
This course will discuss concepts from the physical sciences that underpin both everyday cooking and haute cuisine. Each week we will visit a world-famous chef, who will show us the secrets of some of their remarkable creations. We will use these as inspiration to delve into the basic fundamental science behind food and cooking. The chefs include Joan Roca (El Celler de Can Roca), Bill Yosses (White House Pastry Chef), Enric Rovira (Master Chocolatier), Carme Ruscalleda (Sant Pau), José Andrés (ThinkFoodGroup, Minibar, Jaleo), Wylie Dufresne (wd-50), Joanne Chang (Flour Bakery, Myers and Chang), David Chang (Momofuku), Carles Tejedor (Restaurante Via Veneto), Dan Barber (Blue Hill) and Ferran Adrià (El Bulli). There will also be demos and lectures by other leaders in the field, including America's Test Kitchen, authors Harold McGee (On Food and Cooking, Keys to Good Cooking) and Nathan Myhrvold (Modernist Cuisine), and food scientist Dave Arnold (Cooking Issues).
At the end of the course, students will be able to explain how a range of cooking techniques and recipes work, in terms of the physical and chemical transformations of food.
Regardless of whether you're a science or cooking whiz, I think everyone can learn something from this class, and it will be great fun to be a part of a huge community of online learners, most of whom I assume have a love of food. I'm excited that I have a friends both locally and in the blog world that will be taking this class alongside me and I hope that we'll have time to chat about what we're learning and our successes (and possible failures) in the weekly labs.
If the technology of taking an online class scares you, there is an introductory class you can take that helps you learn your way around the edX website and courses. It's a self-paced class (and it's not graded), and I found it to be extremely helpful in learning what to expect from this class and help me navigate my way through the various materials online.
When else will you have an opportunity to learn from some of the greatest chefs in the world? José Andrés, Ferran Adriá, David Chang, Wylie Dufresne, just to name a few. These are chefs whose restaurants I will probably never be able to get into, but I have been presented with this amazing opportunity to be taught by them in my own home. Here's a short video of José Andrés introducing the class — seriously, how adorable is he?
I haven't decided yet what I want my final project to be, but I can't wait to get started!
And here's a picture of my first lab project — I calibrated my oven by melting sugar, folks:
Update: I started this post last week when the first class began. And then I got completely stumped in the homework section. The lab was fine — I aced that. But the level of math and science needed to complete the homework was way off what I'm used to, not to mention how many years it's been since I took math and science in high school. I was really good at math, but it's been ages since I've done formulas like these. Anyway, after watching the lectures several times, taking copious notes, and reading all the discussion below, I was finally able to finish the homework equations and got an A for the week!
Week 2 went much better – I haven't started the lab yet, but I printed out the homework questions, took a ton of notes during the lectures again, and mostly breezed my way through the homework. I don't know if the problems were easier this week, or if I was just better prepared, but I'm feeling a lot better about this class now. I was really discouraged the first week because I didn't even know where to start with some of the problems. My one complaint is that there are inconsistencies between the lecture and homework, and also appear to be some errors in the homework as well, but reading the discussion helps to avoid those mistakes.

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Dive Week 2015
We would like to thank all the manufactures, Reps and Dive Centers for making Dive Week a Success.
A special thanks to Paul Schmieder for providing the photos again this year.
We would like to thank all the manufactures, Reps and Dive Centers for making Dive Week a Success.
A special thanks to Paul Schmieder for providing the photos again this year.
Dive Week 2014 wrapped up strong with divers from Sea Sports of Houston, and others from all over Texas and as far away as London. The water temperature at depth remained at 84 degrees but due to the recent storms and a flotilla of shrimp boats dragging the gulf in and around the area the visibility hovered in the 20 – 30 foot range. The divers spent time hunting Lion Fish on the Clipper and during the last 3 days of Dive Week were able to dispatch about a dozen, unfortunately there are still plenty down there. We would like to thank everybody who participated in this important event and a special thanks to those of you who donated so generously to the cause. Thanks to Stephen Whitley and Paul Schmieder for the photos below.
Dive Week has gotten of to a late start due to weather and off shore conditions but we made it out to the Clipper today with several divers that have been here all week to participate in Dive Week; the seas were a bit rough and visibility was diminished due to the recent weather but this group was not to be denied. Water temperature was 83 degrees at 110 feet, and a few Lion Fish were sighted in and around the 100 foot range, we will have to go back tomorrow and relieve the Clipper of a few more.
September 14 to 23 SPI DIVE WEEK
Supporting our Wounded Warriors
Today was the beginning of SPI DIVE WEEK. Seas were sloppy and the current was running out of the north on the Texas Clipper, however the divers and Sgt. Stephen Jackal had a great time on one of our other wrecks.
Supporting our Wounded Warriors
The rest of the Dive Week Captains Log will be in photos.
Thank You to all for participating in this year's SPI Dive Week.
The winners are:
Gary Poenisch- Atomic Regulator Set
Ron Carlisle- Atomic M1
Kathleen Black- Halcyon Infinity
Bill Mamalakis-Halcyon EOS LED Light
And SPI Dive Week keeps rolling on with calm seas and warm blue water. It turned out to be a smashing success for the fund raiser. As an aside, divers reported a whale shark in Little Sara on Saturday. The pictures tell a thousand words.
Diving with the Wounded Warriors has been a privilege. Calm Seas , blue warm water. The warriors were given an escort back to SPI by Homeland Security, USCG, and the Border Patrol. They had a cocktail party with the mayor. I'll let the photos tell the rest of the story.
Divers went to the Texas Clipper today with 3 foot seas and 100 foot visibility. Water Temperature was 86 degrees. More burgers and beer back at the docks.
SPI Dive Week!!!! It's a dive party
Divers from all over Texas went to the Texas Clipper on the opening day of DIVE WEEK. Seas were 3 to 5 feet with water temperatures at 86 degrees all the way down. Green plankton was over the ship and visibility was around 30 feet. Free beer and burgers awaited everyone when they arrived back at the dock!!
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! DIVE WEEK
The raffle ticket winners are ta dah !!!!
Jessie Yantes, Devine Texas HID canister light by Halcyon
Gene Rutland, Port Isabel Texas Atomic M1 and Z2 regulators
Mark Haynes, South Padre Island Halcyon Infiniti
Sea Sports of Houston came back out to the Clipper for Day 3 of Dive Week. They enjoyed diving from the Double Sunshine so much yesterday, the requested it again for today's dive. Since seas cooperated by laying nearly flat, we were happy to oblige. Water again was very clear, 80 to 100 ft and divers have enjoyed getting to spend ample time exploring all that the Clipper has to offer.
We saw record numbers of divers today on the Texas Clipper as groups from Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas and Oklahoma joined us for what were near perfect conditions. Seas were so flat, divers could have skipped stones across the surface during their intervals. Water was BLUE and viz was 100 ft down to about 110 ft. Conditions were ideal for photo taking!! To accommodate all of the divers we even had to take out two boats.
SPI Dive Week kicked off a day early with divers from Sea Sports of Houston getting an early jump on the festivities. They were treated to calm seas and excellent visibility up to 80 ft. Water temps were in the 80s.
A dive out to Little Sara with divers, snorkelers and spear-fishers. Currents were a little strong and the top layer of the water was green from recent rain runoff. On the rig divers reported visibility around 70 ft and also stated that the water blued up below the 20 ft level. Lots of big barracuda on the rig.
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Martha's Vineyard in a Nutshell:
Among gay travelers, Provincetown gets the most attention among the towns on or near Cape Cod, but utterly charming, easygoing, and gay-friendly Martha's Vineyard shouldn't be missed. It's not a gay (or even straight) singles destination, but the island exudes romance as makes a terrific getaway for gay couples as well as families. Relaxation is the buzzword: there are fine beaches; a few towns bustling with sophisticated shops, inns, and restaurants; and a wealth of outdoorsy activities, from nature rambles to boating tours to bike rides. Upscale but not uppity, Martha's Vineyard is the quintessential island retreat.
The Seasons:
Although Martha's Vineyard is most popular in summer, and many of its businesses open only from May through October, it's actually an appealing destination year-round, especially during the less-crowded but still mild spring and fall seasons.
Average high-low temps are 39F/22F in Jan., 54F/38F in Apr., 79F/62F in July, and 62F/45F in Oct. Snow falls occasionally in winter but doesn't often last long, and summer breezes generally prevent extended heat waves. Fall and spring offer crisp, cool, and often beautiful weather. Precipitation averages 3 to 4.5 inches/mo. year-round.
The Location:
Martha's Vineyard is a roughly 100-square-mile (9 miles wide, 23 miles long) island about 5 miles south of the Cape Cod town of Falmouth - it's part of a larger body of islands formed by glacial moraine that include Nantucket in Massachusetts, Block Island in Rhode Island, and Long Island in New York.
Martha's Vineyard is divided roughly in half by Down-Island (to the east), which is home to such popular and bustling towns as Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs, and Edgartown; and the more rural and undeveloped Up-Island (to the west), where you'll find just a handful of businesses and a few tiny village centers.
Driving Distances:
Driving distances to Woods Hole, Cape Cod, the main ferry departure point for Martha's Vineyard (the ferry is about a 35-min crossing), from prominent places and points of interest are:
- Boston: 70 miles (90 min)
- Burlington, VT: 285 miles (5 to 5.5 hrs)
- Montreal: 445 miles (7 to 7.5 hrs)
- Newport, RI: 75 miles (90 min)
- New Haven, CT: 175 miles (3 hrs)
- New York City: 255 miles (4.5 to 5 hrs)
- Northampton: 165 miles (3 hrs)
- Portland, ME: 175 miles (3 to 3.5 hrs)
- Providence, RI: 75 miles (90 min)
- Provincetown: 75 miles (2 hrs)
- Washington, DC: 475 miles (7.5 to 8 hrs)
Traveling to Martha's Vineyard:
Martha's Vineyard is fairly easy to reach without a car, and it's easy to explore on foot or Martha's Vineyard Transit Authority bus; summer traffic is horrendous, and a car can be a liability, so consider leaving it at home (it's also expensive to take a car over on the ferry).
Cape Air has direct flights from several major regional airports to Martha's Vineyard Airport. The most popular way to get here is by ferry on Steamship Authority and Island Queen from Falmouth, Hy-Line from Hyannis, and New England Fast Ferry from New Bedford. Also see Traveling to Cape Cod.
Martha's Vineyard 2016-2017 Events and Festivals:
Ongoing summer events include West Tisbury Farmers Market on Sat. and Wed., Vineyard Artisan fairs on Sun. and Thurs., plays at the Vineyard Playhouse, and Chappaquiddick nature and lighthouse tours and boat trips.
- Late May: Annual Vineyard Artisans Festival Spring Fair at Grange Hall, West Tisbury (the festival continues all summer, Thursday through Sunday, at Grange Hall).
- Late June: Pride, Not Prejudice (an LGBT arts weekend held at The Yard dance and performance center in Chilmark)
- Early July: Edgartown Independence Parade and Fireworks.
- Mid-July: Edgartown Regatta.
- Mid-Aug.: Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society Livestock show.
- Early Sept.: Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival.
- Mid-Sept. to Oct.: Martha's Vineyard Striped Bass & Bluefish Derby
- Early to mid Dec.: Vineyard Artisans Fair.
Martha's Vineyard - Neighborhoods and Communities:
Martha's Vineyard is divided into the western side, known as Up-Island, and the eastern side, known as Down-Island.
The major commercial districts are all Down-Island and consist of Vineyard Haven, a relaxed and low-keyed borough of shops and eateries and a major ferry terminus; Oak Bluffs, a free-spirited, less pricey, and more family-oriented town with a bounty of ice cream shops, amusements, and fun souvenir shops (it's also a ferry terminus); and Edgartown, a blue-blooded, elegant, if somewhat conservative town rife with cushy inns, restaurants, and shopping. Up-Island is more rural - and scenic - in character.
Top Martha's Vineyard Attractions:
The top pastime on this jewel of an island is simply relaxing - it's not a major sightseeing destination, but just strolling the gallery-lined streets of its main communities and exploring the island's several pristine nature reserves is great fun.
Some enjoyable pursuits include exploring East Chop Lighthouse in Oak Bluffs, touring Edgartown's Martha's Vineyard Historical Society; taking the short ferry over to Chappaquiddick Island and visiting such gems as Mytoi Garden and Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge; and driving Up-Island to Polly Hill Arboretum, Menemsha village, and Aquinnah (fka "Gay Head") Cliffs.
Resources on Martha's Vineyard:
A handful of resources provide information on the island in general. Although there's nothing specific for gay visitors, the staff at the Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce is extremely helpful and knowledgeable, as is the chamber's website. If you call and have questions about planning a same-sex wedding, for instance, they'll happily help you to find the right venue and local planner. Other helpful online resources include Martha's Vineyard Online, and the Internet version of the island's excellent newspaper, The Martha's Vineyard Times.
Getting to Know Martha's Vineyard:
One of the least spoiled coastal areas in the Northeast, Martha's Vineyard has been carefully preserved, many of its pastoral meadows and untamed beaches protected forever by conversation groups. For many visitors, the island represents the perfect balance between sophisticated diversions and tranquil, untrammeled scenic beauty. It's also long been a favorite summer hideaway of liberal-minded celebs, from the Clintons to Spike Lee to the late William Styron to Carly Simon.
You will not detect an obvious gay presence, as you would in Provincetown, or even increasingly in different towns on the Cape. But Martha's Vineyard is peopled by open-minded, progressive locals who, frankly, wouldn't blink twice at the sight of same-sex couples strolling hand-in-hand. In fact, although singles seeking nightlife will find much more to see and do in P'town, couples looking for an upscale, welcoming romantic getaway - perhaps even a gay wedding - may find Martha's Vineyard to be the perfect retreat.
There are actually a handful of gay-owned businesses on the island, including a smattering of accommodations, all of which cater to a cross section of visitors, gay and straight. Moreover, just about every business here could be called gay-friendly. Probably the most prominent and also most luxurious gay-owned inn is Lambert's Cove Inn and Restaurant, a stylish Up-Island property with a low-keyed vibe and a superb restaurant. Other recommened accommodations with at least a moderate gay following include the Shiverick Inn and the Hob Knob Inn, two elegant properties in the swanky heart of Edgartown; the breezy Crocker House Inn in downtown Vineyard Haven; and the reasonably priced Tivoli Inn in Oak Bluffs. A superb choice for gay families or couples who appreciate a wealth of sporting and recreational activities, plus an outstanding restaurant, is Winnetu Oceanside Resort.
The island also has dozens of fantastic restaurants. Musts include Detente in Edgartown, Lure at the Winnetu, the Beach Plum (which is also a terrific Up-Island inn), Sweet Life Cafe in Oak Bluffs, and the Net Result in Vineyard Haven - a relaxed seafood market that serves arguably the best lobster roll on the island.


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In light of recent global market volatility and its impact on clients' portfolios, advisors are naturally investigating avenues to help investors mitigate losses while positioning their portfolios to benefit when the markets recover. One such avenue involves seeking out opportunities to help clients reduce the amount of tax they pay on their investment income. Consequently, the topic of the deductibility of investment management fees has become a popular, though not universally understood point of discussion among industry professionals. This column aims to help clear up some of the issues on the matter.
Investors in mutual funds and wrap investment programs pay fees for investment advice and management services. The fees in either of these investment arrangements may be deducted for income tax purposes as a carrying charge. However, there are a number of important qualifications that must be kept in mind when considering each individual case. Exactly what kinds of investment management fees are deductible? Is there any advantage to claiming these fees through a wrap account rather than a mutual fund? If such fees are allowable deductions, are there any exceptions?
Let's look at these questions in order.
Fees can be deducted if they qualify on the following points:
- They have been paid for advice connected to the buying or selling of a specific investment
- They cover the cost of administering or managing an investment owned by the person making the claim
- They cannot be a commission
- They relate to advice on investments made in non-registered accounts. The CRA will deny a deduction of fees related to registered accounts including RRSPs, RRIFs, RESPs and TFSAs. An investor cannot circumvent this rule by charging fees related to a registered account to a non-registered account. For the remainder of this article, when referring to investment management fees I mean deductible investment management fees related to a non-registered account.
Investment management fees are paid in different ways and the tax implications show up differently too. Investors in mutual funds do not pay fees directly; they pay a management expense ratio (or MER) that's built in so the fee is implicit. MERs are not disclosed separately on income tax slips or returns, but in effect, there is a deduction because mutual funds report distributions net of fees.
Investors in wrap accounts or separately managed accounts (for which annual or quarterly fees are charged for management of a portfolio) will pay fees directly so they are explicit. The amounts are deducted separately on income tax returns. For example, the investor reports gross income from his or her investment accounts and deducts investment management fees separately as a carrying charge.
Different payment methods — same results
No matter how these qualifying investment management fees are paid — meaning whether the fee is implicit or explicit in the investor's tax picture — the net results are the same. What follows is an example of the tax and investment consequences for an individual at a 45% tax rate who pays investment fees indirectly or directly. The first column assumes an investor is paying fees inside a mutual fund (indirectly). The second assumes payment outside the fund (directly). The bottom line in both cases is identical. The investor ends up keeping the same amount of principal and after-tax income and paying the same amount of tax.
|Initial investment
|Realized income
|Less: MER @ 2.3%
|Net Asset Value (NAV)
|Remaining investment
|Management fee @ 2.3%
|Net income before tax
|Personal tax @ 45%
|Net income after tax
What the investor keeps
|Remaining investment
|Net income after tax
|Investment and cash in hand
* Funds generally distribute all income to avoid paying tax at the fund level.
Be reasonable
As with any deduction, the CRA requires that investment management fees be reasonable in order to qualify for a deduction. So what's reasonable? Generally, fees that are based on a sensible percentage of the fair market value of the underlying investments are considered acceptable and the deduction will be allowed by the CRA. Arms length terms and conditions should apply to fees, although this is not a concern when the investor has no family or corporate relationship with the investment manager.
From Fidelity Investments Canada.


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Element 1: Faculty & Staff Orientation
The Faculty/Staff Orientation is coordinated by HR Client Services (HRCS) through the hiring manager or unit. It conveys timely, necessary information regarding WSU policies, benefits, program enrollment, completion of forms, parking, OneCard, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), unions, and other important aspects of working here at WSU.
The Faculty/Staff Orientation is typically held every Monday at the Welcome Center (except for holidays and school closures). It takes approximately 4 hours and you will report to your manager or supervisor afterwards.
Please note: Scheduling for any new hires attending the faculty/staff orientation should be coordinated through HRCS to ensure that the employee's information and materials are secured.
Questions? Contact Organization & Employee Development (OED) at (313) 577-2111.


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It's humbling to admit this little epiphany occurred to me when watching a movie called "About Time." The movie is one of those think about your life, cherish the small things and live every day to the fullest kind of movies…very cliché stuff, which is not typically my kind of flick.
But…my personal revelation came at the end of the movie when a father and son have just one single moment to re-live before they will never see each other again, and they very consciously and purposely choose to re-live a day simply walking together on the beach and throwing stones into the ocean – the kind of uneventful day we easily discard all the time. And, of course, that was the point…
The father selected this seemingly uneventful afternoon as their final memory as father and son – the last moment they'd ever enjoy together – as a day spent walking on the beach. Wow. So simple, and so sweet. This scene broke my heart wide open. In the deepest, most personal part of my soul, I felt a little shame, a little guilt and a lot of regret.
I can't count how many times I've failed to cherish peaceful afternoons with my family, heck – even full days. Far too often I'm caught up making sure everything gets done for the day, and I don't ask myself why am I doing any of it? Goodness knows, I'm not stopping to savor the seconds that tick away right in front me.
Why do we run around scurrying kids to activities, or ask them to "keep it down" while they play because we are SO busy watching a movie, game or some other unimportant activity? How many times have I been too busy with work just to take a few minutes to throw the ball in the backyard with my son? For that matter, how many times am I too upset focusing on what they're doing that I don't like, that I miss all the amazing things they are doing that I love.
What I'm forgetting far too often is that life IS throwing the ball with my son, not for some pre-determined goal of improving at a sport, but for the sake of throwing the ball with my son. Too many days become a competition against one another, but for what?
As far as I can tell, the purpose of my life is to pass on what wisdom I may have to my children, and make sure they become people with great character and integrity. Cherishing time with them definitely helps to accomplish that goal, and encouraging them to follow their passions surely accomplishes that goal as well.
Often enough, I find myself reversing this purpose – as if task completion is the goal, or that perfection is expected with every little activity. I need to re-think how I view of each moment of every day. That could mean laughing at my children's clumsiness when they break something, instead of yelling. Or perhaps it could be finding pride in a strong-willed, defiant little spirit, rather than frustration. Quite often, it will mean eliminating tasks and activities completely, or just letting the kids do things in their own way….which may not be how I'd do it, or even the way it can be done…but simply how they choose to do it.
Thanks Mr. Whitman for so saying it so eloquently, from this moment forward,
"I did not wish to live what was not life, living is so dear; nor did I wish to practice resignation, unless it was quite necessary. I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow of life…"
My question for anyone reading this is – are you so busy watching every little thing, that you are failing to embrace anything? I was doing just that. I hadn't created enough of my own, personal cliché moments, and its time to end that practice.
For all of you, who are like me – make a decision to enjoy every single moment as if it will be that one afternoon you choose to consciously and purposefully re-live at the end of your life. When close to the end of my years, I know it's not going to be work projects, sports or vapid entertainment activities that I remember. I want to be looking back at countless uneventful afternoons, where I hope I can proudly say, I didn't miss a thing.
To all the cliché moments ahead of me.
PS – I stopped writing this 3 separate times to play games with the kids. This is something I was completely incapable of doing just days ago. Hope for me after all…
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Very good post. I, too, have been struggling with this issue. Having just landed a few hours ago on what was my 58th airplane this year, I wonder whether the time away from the family is worth it. Like you, I find myself spending too much time focused on the mistake my kids make and not enough time praising the things they do right or even their attempt to do right. Your post will keep my noodling things for quite some time. Thank!
Your article reminds me of an "I don't remember where I heard it" quote, "Quantity time leads to quality time."
When my business partner's son was in the ICU with traumatic brain injury and the world had collapsed under everyone's feet. I remember him – one of the greatest communicators I know – reaching into the depths of his soul just to say good night to his son as we left the hospital one evening. The most hopeful, closest, most heartfelt, most human thing I think I have ever heard one person say to another was his simple promise to his son "We are going to get through this. I am proud of you. And we will be grilling out in the back yard again soon."
John Lennon wrote, "Life is what happens when we are busy making other plans." Don't miss it.


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Experience the seasons of winter and spring in some of our top European destinations. Choose from both glacial winter wonderlands and newly refreshed spring landscapes.
Winter and spring can be two of the most beautiful seasons of the year. As snowflakes drop on rugged mountain peaks and glistening rivers freeze over into cool ice, many countries in Europe turn into winter wonderlands. Our winter rail journeys take you to some of the most picturesque areas in Europe, from the mountains and glaciers of Switzerland to the rivers and castles of Germany. With pure white snow crunching underfoot and a crisp and still atmosphere, it is hard not to become enchanted during winter.
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text: The day after Captain gave me my early wedding present, he took me to the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro to test it out. I spent most of the time taking macro photos of flowers and plants. I remember it being nauseatingly hot, and it was only May! We had a lovely day, though.


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Hungary: National bans of GM crops
Hungary invoked the safeguard clause to ban 2 products, but its "evidence" was rejected by EFSA on 3 occasions. Hungary never fulfilled the legal conditions to impose these bans, but the bans remain in place unchallenged.
Genetically Modified potato EH92-527-1
Use: Cultivation
Legal ground for ban quoted: Article 23 of Directive 2001/18/EC
- Ban: In December 2010, Hungary notified to the EC its scientific argumentation justifying the implementation of a national safeguard measure prohibiting the placing on the market of GM potato EH92-527-1 for cultivation purposes, according to Article 23 of Directive 2001/18/EC.
- EFSA: On 23 May 2012, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) was requested by the European Commission to assess the scientific information submitted by the Hungarian Authorities. On 19 December 2012, the GMO Panel concluded that no new information were provided to lead to reconsideration of its opinion on GM potato EH92-527-1 which came to the conclusion that GM potato EH92-527-1 is as safe as conventional potato. http://www.efsa.europa.eu/it/efsajournal/doc/3021.pdf
Reactions European Commission, European Court of Justice, national courts
- Failure to fulfill legal requirements: The ban has been in place since 2010 although Hungary has not provided detailed grounds for considering that genetically modified potato EH92-527-1 constitutes a risk to human health or environment.
- No action of the EC: The European Commission did not take any action against the ban after the scientific opinion of EFSA in order to guarantee that the European law is implemented correctly.
Genetically modified maize line MON810
Use: Cultivation
Legal ground for ban quoted: Article 23 of Directive 2001/18/EC
- Ban: On 20 January 2005, Hungary invoked the safeguard clause (Article 23 of Directive 2001/18/EC) to provisionally prohibit the cultivation of the authorised genetically modified maize line MON 810 on its territory.
- EFSA: The European Commission requested in April 2005, a scientific opinion of EFSA. On 25 July 2005 the Scientific Panel on Genetically Modified Organisms of EFSA concluded that no new scientific evidence was presented that would invalidate the previous risk assessment of genetically modified maize line MON 810 which came to the conclusion that MON 810 is as safe as conventional maize. See also http://www.efsa.europa.eu/it/efsajournal/doc/228.pdf
- Additional EFSA rejection: Hungary presented additional studies to EFSA in April 2008. On 2 July 2008 EFSA concluded that no specific scientific evidence, in terms of risk to human and animal health and the environment, were provided that would justify a prohibition of use and sale of maize MON810 in Hungary. See also http://www.efsa.europa.eu/it/efsajournal/doc/756.pdf
Reactions European Commission, European Court of Justice, national courts
- Failure to fulfill legal requirements: The ban has been in place since 2005 although Hungary has never provided detailed grounds for considering that genetically modified Maize MON 810 constitutes a risk to human health or environment.
- Two Environment Council rejections of EC proposals: On 22 February 2007 a Commission proposal asking Hungary to repeal its measures concerning MON810 has been rejected by the Environment Council by qualified majority. In March 2009 the Environment Council rejected a new proposal by the European Commission to lift up the ban on MON 810. See also http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=COM:2009:0012:FIN:EN:PDF
- No further action of the EC: The European Commission did not challenge the Council's decisions rejecting the EC draft measures to lift up the ban
General situation for GM crops in Hungary
Pilot survey conducted by National Federation of Agricultural Cooperators and Producers
Some 5 million hectares (ha) of agricultural land in Hungary are used for growing crops, primarily for cereal production. Agricultural generally is still a major economic sector in Hungary.
Key crops
Maize (1.2 million ha), wheat (952 000 ha), sunflower (574 000 ha), barley (267 000 ha), oilseed rape (237 000 ha). A major emerging constraint for plant production in Hungary is drought, which is occurring with increasing frequency. Maize and wheat are most vulnerable to droughts. In addition, insect pests in maize can cause losses of up to 40 per cent, while fungal infestations in wheat are equally damaging.
R&D efforts
Hungary established the Agricultural Biotechnology Centre (ABC) as early as 1989, which is still spearheading plant biotechnology research in the country. ABC's innovations include virus-resistant GM potato, and drought-tolerant potato, which reached field trial stages. However, due to increasingly complex conditions for field trials, only a limited number have been carried out in recent years. State support to biotechnology applications in public plant breeding programs is no longer existent. As a result, most of the above mentioned crop constraints are dealt with by conventional breeding approaches and marker-assisted selection.
Regulatory situation
Hungary's official position on GM crops is prohibitive, which is in fact codified in the country's new constitution of 2012. This policy is implemented by the Gene-Technology Competent Authority, based on the advice of the Gene Technology Committee.
Experiences of farmers
So far, no GM crops have been grown commercially.


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April 4: Easter Vigil 2010 Year C
Readings: Acts 10:34.37-43; Colossians 3:1-4; John 20:1-9
Tonight we proclaim and celebrate the great mystery of our salvation accomplished in the passion, death and resurrection of Christ. Easter Vigil is the longest single celebration in the Roman liturgy. In its fullest form, it is intended to begin at dusk and conclude at dawn. In other words, it is an all night event. Easter Vigil celebration, as we may have noticed already tonight, is full of symbolism, and I simply want to highlight some of the symbols to help us reflect on the mystery we celebrate tonight. There are four sets of symbols that run through Easter Vigil: light and darkness, life and death, slavery and liberation, water that destroys life and life-giving water. I would like to dwell a little more on the first set. We started this celebration in the darkness for a very important reason. Darkness is the first movement of Easter Vigil liturgy, in order to help us reflect on what it means to be in darkness, both physical and spiritual – a theme we have met during the season of Lent. Tonight, the contrast between darkness and light is highlighted in the fire-lighting ritual that is only a preparation for the lighting of the new Paschal Candle. That lighting symbolizes the dispelling of our spiritual darkness by Christ, the risen Lord. The celebrant used the following two prayers: "Make this new fire holy, and inflame us with new hope", and then again before the procession in the Church, the celebrant prayed, "May the light of Christ, rising in glory, dispel the darkness of our hearts and minds". To underline the dispelling of darkness, our lit candles flickered to life in the darkness as we processed together singing the "the Light of Christ". Towards the end of the Exultet, we hail the Paschal Candle praying that its light "mingle with the lights of heaven and continue bravely burning to dispel the darkness of this night." Tonight, dear friends, the Church uses many dramatic liturgical symbols to celebrate the mystery of our salvation: light and darkness life and death, slavery and liberation, water that destroys life and life-giving water. The dramatic symbolism of burial with Christ and rising with him is highlighted in the blessing of the Baptismal Water, when the Easter Candle is dipped three times in the water. The baptism of those who have been preparing themselves in our parish is a clear expression of that mystery of dying and rising with Christ.
The resurrection of Christ ushers in a newness of life, a new spring-time in our faith. The elaborate liturgy we celebrate tonight invites us not only to remember the history of God's saving works and blessings upon all creation, but also to recall our personal participation in that mystery, the participation in the newness of life, that began with our baptism into Christ. The Liturgy of the Word has helped us to recall that history, and offered us new insights on the meaning of our personal participation, and I just want to highlight Paul's words in Romans 6 inviting us to recall the most important day of our life, the day we were formally incorporated into Christ through baptism. "We were indeed buried with him through baptism into his death, so that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might live in newness of life". Tonight, dear friends, as we reaffirm our baptismal commitment, let us pray that the event we celebrate, the Resurrection, may lead us to live as people deeply touched by our faith in the resurrection, and proclaim throughout this season that Christ is risen indeed, alleluia!
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25 April 2014
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At the Fordham IP Conference in New York yesterday, David Kappos, partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore and former director of the USPTO, read an open letter to Abraham Lincoln. Managing IP reproduces his speech from the Intellectual Property Leaders panel here
Mr Lincoln,
It is with great pleasure and privilege that I address this letter to you, and that I update you regarding the status of our national and global intellectual property systems. You were a venerable leader, even in times when doing the right thing was not the most popular thing. You were a proponent of a strong IP system and a champion of incentivising human ingenuity. Indeed, it has not been forgotten that you were the first and only US President to have been awarded a patent.
I am pleased to inform you, Mr Lincoln, that human ingenuity and innovation is flourishing here in the United States and, indeed, around the world. In the US, IP intensive industries accounted for 34% of 2010 GDP and 27% of all 2010 jobs. And in the EU IP industries accounted for 39% of 2008-2013 GDP and 26% of all 2008-2013 jobs. Here in the US, the Patent and Trademark Office has grown from its humble beginnings in 1802, to an institution with over 11,000 employees, examining more than 500,000 patent applications and issuing more than 250,000 patents each year. Staggering figures when we consider that it took over 10 years of issuing numbered patents for the USPTO to reach number 6469 in 1849, which, of course, Mr Lincoln, was yours. Aside the numbers, Mr Lincoln, our strong IP laws have created a culture of innovation which has truly allowed dreams to become reality–inventions like the electric sports car, 3D-printing, and even a tiny device designed by a small company out in California that, when placed in your cheek, can stop a headache with the flick of a switch.
Now, as we know too well Mr Lincoln, history matters and those who fail to heed its lessons are sure to repeat its mistakes. Over the past one and a half century there have been many calls to significantly curtail or even abolish our nation's IP system. Today I regretfully inform you that the IP system is being called into question yet again. We see almost monthly legislative efforts to cut back on protection. And declarations that "these are exceptional times" and that our age is somehow different from any that came before. But, Mr Lincoln, as you know, the issues underlying these legislative efforts and declarations are not new at all.
A significant reason for the presumed "emergency" need to alter the patent laws is the alleged proliferation of entities known as patent trolls. The term refers to companies that do not make products, and instead monetise patents by licensing or selling patents to practicing companies that manufacture products. But, Mr Lincoln, you probably know them by a different name. As you will recall, around the Civil War, there were calls to deal with "patent sharks" who bought up dormant patents on agricultural tools and threatened to sue farmers. And yet, despite these calls, under your tempered leadership, our IP rights stood strong. We could learn from your leadership, Mr Lincoln. Despite calls for curtailing or eliminating the patent system in your time, you made a strong showing of support for IP laws and innovation by hosting your second presidential inaugural ball in 1865 at the US Patent Office. You chose to set the stage for your second term in the model room of the Patent Office – surrounded by incarnations of human ingenuity. Indeed, there are many prominent inventors between your day and ours who would have qualified in the minds of some today as a troll and as such I believe you would have disagreed with using such a term.
NPEs are often linked to the proliferation of "patent wars" and held responsible for the so called "explosion" in patent litigation in recent decades. I suspect you may ask how were other "patent wars" resolved over the last one and a half century, as surely this cannot be the first. You would be correct, Mr Lincoln, that the current smart phone patent "war" is hardly the first. We saw this in your day with sewing machines and later with each pioneering leap forward in technological innovation – the incandescent light bulb, telephone, automobile, airplane, and radio were all subjects of patent wars. When taken in long-run perspective, we shouldn't be surprised to see it occur again with cutting-edge innovation in smart phones, tablets and other digital devices. Despite the current news reports, patent litigation rates have remained relatively uniform over the past two centuries. New innovations and industries have always been associated with fierce competition and upsurges in litigation that were eventually resolved through private compromises. Today's "patent wars" and "explosion in litigation" are hardly anomalous or cause for drama.
You would be distressed to learn, Mr Lincoln, that our nation's current debate and proposals are largely based on rhetoric and self-interest rather than objective assessments of empirical evidence.
Effective leadership requires engaging with the facts and analysing the issues objectively – not lobbing epithets – "troll!". To steer a more principled course it is important to recognize that IP has always been controversial, and over-reaction is not called for. Facts matter. And nowhere is this more true today than in the growing and evolving global IP system.
The need for a strong system, and strong leaders to champion it, has never been more dire. We need leaders to stand up – proudly – for a strong international IP system. Indeed, as you will recall Mr Lincoln, innovation was almost universally understood by our founding fathers as paramount to the success of our nation, back when it was just developing. In fact, the widespread belief in the importance of IP rights was so self-evident that little debate was held on the topic in enacting what is now known as the Intellectual Property Clause of the US Constitution. The creation of a patent system was of such importance, that our first patent law, the Patent Act of 1790, was the third law passed by Congress, just months after President Washington asked Congress to take action.
Mr Lincoln, I am reminded of your words, that: "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." Making a difference as a leader is not always easy. As you know leaders, particularly those in government, occupy a unique position in the IP system. Unlike those in private industry, research labs or academia who can freely take sides and openly praise or criticize the IP system, engaging in whatever hyperbole suits their point of view, government leaders must walk a fine line in tempering their public comments. Because, in many ways, government officials are the IP system. While there are institutions and rules and procedures that govern the system, the public officials tasked with carrying out those rules and procedures are the face of the IP system. This makes leadership challenging, as the prudent leader cannot be too positive – lest she ruin her credibility – and she cannot be too negative – else stakeholders will adopt her negativity, transferring it to the system she represents. But it is possible to make a difference. It is possible to be a difference-maker. Although it is particularly difficult when a vocal minority mounts a media attack on the system, much like it did in the 1860s with "patent sharks." Leaders must both identify ways to make the system better and act on them.
And, whether you're a leader in the private sector or public sector, you must engage your constituency, provide transparent data, seek their views, listen and respond. You must then strike a balance between discussion and action. Analysis paralysis is a dangerous affliction striking many leaders. It is true that as a leader you'll almost never have all the information you'd like, and, true, there will always be a good reason to forego action. But we need IP leaders emulating you, President Lincoln; leaders who will stand up and take action. The increasingly global nature of IP systems and the need for cross-border IP tools will require just this type of leadership.
[Mr Lincoln you would be proud to hear that just last year the European Commission announced plans to modernise the EU patent system. And in 2011, the US passed the most comprehensive changes to its patent laws in over 150 years, paving the way for greater international patent harmonization. As innovators seek to tap into global markets (much the same way they tapped into the new United States market in your day), it is imperative that the international patent system provide consistent, cost-effective avenues to obtain reliable IP rights in multiple jurisdictions. The passage of the AIA, enables US and EU leaders, and those from Asia as well, to envision an IP world in which national and regional patent systems are harmonized in pursuit of creating an optimal environment for technological innovation and diffusion. Leaders of our day must extend the principles you applied, and establish a mandate to respect human ingenuity. That is the mandate of the patent system.]
I move to close this letter now, Mr Lincoln, and in so doing, I recount that our IP system is our country's investment vehicle – a giant long-term savings plan through which we pay a little extra now for more great innovations in the future. So the question today is not much different than in your day: do we demand today's innovations on the cheap – via a weaker patent system that risks under-incenting innovation – or do we moderate today's consumption with investment in a strong IP system so that our children will enjoy even greater innovations? You answered this question, Mr Lincoln, in 1858, in a speech, wherein you described the three innovations, which, in the history of the world, surpassed all others – (1) the art of writing, (2) the printing press, and (3) the creation of patent laws. Mr Lincoln, you told us:
"Before [patent laws], any man might instantly use what another had invented; so that the inventor had no special advantage from his own invention. The patent system changed this; . . . and thereby added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius."
"Before [patent laws], any man might instantly use what another had invented; so that the inventor had no special advantage from his own invention. The patent system changed this; . . . and thereby added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius."
It is a strong global IP system that incentivises – fuels – the fire of human genius. And indeed, it is this powerful incentive that has allowed our world to evolve into the amazing and technologically advanced place it is today.
Thank you, Mr Lincoln, for being a great leader in times when the right thing to do was not the popular thing to do. And thank you for championing the fuel to that fire of human genius.
Thank you, Sir, thank you.
'human ingenuity and innovation is flourishing here in the United States 'Not so. It is on the run.All this talk about trolls and so called 'patent reform' is just spin control by large infringers and their paid puppets to cover up their theft. http://www.npr.org/player/v2/mediaPlayer.html?action=1&t=1&islist=false&id=276448190&m=276545654&live=1http://www.npr.org/2013/11/06/243022966/secret-persuasion-how-big-campaign-donors-stay-anonymousThe patent system now teeters on the brink of lawlessness. Call it what you will...patent hoarder, patent troll, non-practicing entity, shell company, etc. It all means one thing: "we're using your invention and we're not going to stop or pay". It's a pure red herring by large invention thieves and their paid puppets to kill any inventor support system. Their goal is to legalize theft. The fact is, many of the large multinationals and their puppets who defame inventors in this way themselves make no products in the US or create any American jobs and it is their continued blatant theft which makes it impossible for the true creators to do so. To infringers the only patents that are legitimate are their own -if they have any. Meanwhile, the huge multinationals ship more and more US jobs overseas.It's about property rights. They should not only be for the rich and powerful -campaign contributors. America's founders: Jefferson, Franklin, Madison and others felt so strongly about the rights of inventors that they included inventors rights to their creations and discoveries in the Constitution. They understood the trade off. Inventors are given a limited monopoly and in turn society gets the benefits of their inventions (telephone, computer, airplane, automobile, lighting, etc) into perpetuity and the jobs the commercialization of those inventions bring. For 200 years the patent system has not only fueled the US economy, but the world's. If we weaken the patent system, we force inventors underground like Stradivarius (anyone know how to make a Stradivarius violin?) and in turn weaken our economy and job creation. Worse yet, we destroy the American dream -the ability to prosper from our ingenuity for the benefit of our families and communities. To kill or weaken the patent system is to kill all our futures. Show me a country with weak or ineffective property rights and I'll show you a weak economy with high unemployment. If we cannot own the product of our minds or labors, what can we be said to truly own. Life and liberty are fundamentally tied to and in fact based on property rights. Our very lives are inseparably tied to our property.Prior to the Supreme Court case eBay v Mercexchange, small entities had a viable chance at commercializing their inventions. If the defendant was found guilty, an injunction was most always issued. Then the inventor small entity could enjoy the exclusive use of his invention in commercializing it. Unfortunately, injunctions are often no longer available to sma
Jun 16, 2014
Do you think Lincoln would know what the EU is? You might want to use terms he'd be familiar with.
May 20, 2014
David, an enjoyable commentary on our state of affairs. You did this country a great service directing the USPTO. As I recall your words at a Patent and Statistics conference in November 2011, I keep wondering: can the obstacle of obfuscation be overcome? With the new budget configurations of the USPTO, it is time Congress passes a law to require disclosure of ownership of enforceable intellectual property. Land-title displutes were common in Lincoln's day and date back to feudal times. How are current patent wars not similar. For civilized society the solution is simple. Require a clear line of title and search at the transfer of ownership. Ambiguity becomes certainty.Certainly, the USPTO's task historically was to prosecute patents, but AIA was a step towards autonomy. Is there too much institutional friction to prevent assigning further fiduciary responsiblities on the USPTO?
May 02, 2014
I wish you were still the head of the USPTO. I read a open letter from the head of the USPTO now and he said strongly urged us to accept this travesty that is going on in his office right now, A patent now has a 76% chance of being invalidated in the new post issuance procedures under the recent American Invents Act. It looks as if large corporations have bought up Washington lock stock and barrel. It is very sad to see and I think Mr Lincoln would be ashamed of our current Congress for even considering these changes
May 02, 2014
Thank you for your letter - much appreciated - David Lewis
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Finally, Released The Most Awaited Jailbreak iOS 11
Introducing Electra For iOS 11.0-11.1.2
The eleventh major version of Apple iOS, the iOS 11 was released last year September 19th. Thereafter, many jailbreak developer teams struggled to develop jailbreak iOS 11, though they couldn't reach the destination. And now, in a time period, where the jailbreak fans think the jailbreak is dead, Electra for iOS 11.0-11.1.2 has come up on stage. This surprisingly came out as a demonstration and now the developer CoolStar has been able to finally release the stable version of Electra for iOS 11.0-11.1.2 to the public.
A Word About Jailbreak
Jailbreaking an Apple device means accessing the iOS system files by neglecting the manufacturer restrictions. Jailbreak is a process which needs to be performed via a jailbreak tool such as Pangu, Electra, TaiG, or Yalu. And once you jailbreak the device, you get the superuser ability to install third-party applications and remove unwanted stuff from the device. If you are using any of iOS 11.0-11.1.2 iPhone, iPad or iPod touch you can use Electra as the jailbreak tool as now it has released to the public.
Briefly About Electra For iOS 11.0-11.1.2
- Electra jailbreak is compatible with iOS 11, iOS 11.0.1, iOS 11.0.2, iOS 11.0.3, iOS 11.1, iOS 11.1.1, and iOS 11.1.2.
- Electra is not yet compatible with the recently released iOS 11.2 or iOS 11.2.1.
- All the iOS 11 supported iPhones which are iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 5s are compatible with Electra jailbreak.
- The later iPad versions are also good with Electra jailbreak. I.e. 12.9-inch iPad Pro, 2nd generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro, 1st generation 10.5-inch iPad Pro, 9.7-inch iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad.
- Speaking of which the iPod compatibility, it is only compatible with the iPod touch 6th Generation devices.
More About Electra For iOS 11.0-11.1.2
Electra is a semi-untethered jailbreak tool compatible with all 64-bit devices running on iOS 11-11.1.2. This is somewhat a different jailbreak tool which is called KPP-less jailbreak, which means it is not tampering with iOS KPP security measure. Because of this jailbreak version is a semi-untethered one, you have to re-install the jailbreak app via Cydia Impactor in every 7 days a time. Electra for iOS 11.0-11.1.2 is developed with the help of Ian Beer's tfp0 exploit but, Apple patched that in the iOS 11.2. Therefore, the CoolStar couldn't expand the Electra compatibility to any iOS 11.2.x version yet.
How To Use Electra For iOS 11.0-11.1.2?
- Download the latest version of Electra jailbreak and Cydia Impactor files relevant to your device.
- Connect your iDevice to the computer and launch Cydia Impactor on the computer. Now drag and move the Electra jailbreak IPA file to its user interface.
- Enter the Apple ID and password, then wait until Cydia Impactor sideloads the signed app on the device.
- Now launch the settings app and go to Settings > General > Profile(s) & Device Management.
- Use your Apple ID to tap on the entry under developer app. And then tap on the Trust button.
- Now launch the Electra jailbreak app and hit the Jailbreak button to start processing the jailbreak.
- It will take some time to complete the process and you are done with the Electra for iOS 11.0-11.1.2 after all.


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The Columbus/Fort Benning Rugby Club held a tournament at Cruiser Dome in Columbus June 18, inviting teams from the Southeast to compete for bragging rights.
The club teams included the Valdosta Rugby Club, the Tallahassee Rugby Club, the Athens Rugby Club, the Augusta Rugby Club, the Columbus Old Boys and the Columbia Rugby Club.
Jack Rosenhammer, Task Force 1-20 and coach for the Columbus/Fort Benning Rugby Club, said that everyone was welcome to play for the rugby club.
"We call it a rugby club because it's a club atmosphere. Even if you're not that good, you can still come out and play … and have a good time."
The Columbus/Fort Benning Rugby Club is made up of both civilians and military members.
Genesis Reese, F Company, 2nd Battalion, 58th Infantry, is a team member who believes that diversity is key to the rugby club's greatness.
"We have guys from all over. Some have experience and some have never played before. The bottom line is whoever you are or whereever you're from, you're guaranteed to play."
"If you like contact sports, then this is for you. Rugby gets you into fantastic shape. It's a tough contact sport but you can't be afraid to hit somebody and you can't be afraid to get hit. It's great fun," said civilian Blake McVay, member of the Columbus/Fort Benning Rugby Club.
Practice is held at the Cruiser Dome Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m.
"Rugby is known to be a military type of sport," said treasurer of the Columbus/Fort Benning Rugby Club Gary Kent. "It teaches you life lessons in conjunction with the military. Camaraderie, respect for one another and things that people take for granted are a few concepts that can be implemented in rugby and military service."
Brandon Alston, 1st Battalion (Airborne), 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, believes rugby helps him to relieve stress in a productive and effective way.
"Everyday we run about eight to ten miles a day. Civilians wouldn't completely understand what we go through on a daily basis. Our work can make us mad sometimes. Sometimes I just need to hit something at the end of the day. Rugby is a good way for us to handle our frustrations."
"It also builds upon discipline, confidence and motivation," he added.
Throughout the tournament, Family and service members lined up along the field grilling hot dogs and drinking ice cold beverages in anticipation for their games.
The Tallahassee Rugby Club won the tournament, but there will be other opportunities over the summer for the Columbus/Fort Benning Rugby Club to take first place.
"There are about four official tournaments that take place across the Southern region. Club teams will enter a qualifier bracket. Depending on how you place during those events, you get a number of points that can put the team in nationals for the Southern region," said Rosenhammer.
Daniel Brutus, 5th Squadron, 15th Calvary Regiment, provided a short summary of his thoughts on rugby.
"It's a hooligan's sport for gentlemen. Come out and have a great time."


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ATHENS — Greece bought time in debt crisis negotiations with official creditors on Thursday when it moved to bundle four looming IMF loan payments into one, to be paid by the end of June.
The rare move, permitted by the International Monetary Fund only once before, allowed Athens to avoid a Friday deadline to remit about 300 million euros (US$340 million) to the crisis lender, as it weighs the newest proposal from its IMF, European Commission and European Central Bank creditors.
Negotiations, which went into late hours Wednesday, are aimed at unlocking the final tranche of the current bailout agreement, 7.2 billion euros ($8.1 billion).
Athens desperately needs the funds to honour debt payments amid fears a debt default could lead to a messy Greek exit from the eurozone.
For days the IMF had dismissed reports that Greece would invoke the "bundling" solution to the looming debt payment – essentially putting it off three weeks.
The announcement of it taking that option came just a few hours after IMF chief Christine Lagarde said she was "confident" Greece would make the 300 million euro remittance on Friday.
"The Greek authorities have informed the (IMF) today that they plan to bundle the country's four June payments into one, which is now due on June 30," IMF spokesman Gerry Rice said, citing rules allowing debtor countries to regroup "multiple principal payments falling due in a calendar month". A Greek government source said "we used an option that IMF rules offer us, and which give us additional time for negotiating". — AFP


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This help website is a quick-start guide. For detailed information about any of these topics see the official Blackboard manual.
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In around November last year, the husband was leafing through the Unique magazine which features stories from their membership. Suddenly he thrust it under my nose and said "Look, look at this!!" And staring out at me from the pages was the sweetest little face, one that reminded me in so many ways of Marigold's, and the story of Evie, a baby with 3q mosaicsim. Although it was a different duplication (3q24q29 rather than 3q11q29) it was still the nearest we had come in months to finding anyone with anything like Marigold's mosaic duplication. Reading through the story, I immediately saw Evie had a number of things in common with Marigold. One quick cyber stalk later (thank you Mark Zuckerberg!) I had contacted Evie's mum Leanne to say our daughter's shared a similar genetic condition and we were off, comparing experiences and challenges and marvelling at the sweet natured and special little girls we both had.
I have learnt more from Leanne and Evie about what Marigold might be able to achieve than any paediatrician, phsyio or therapist. Evie is about 9 months older than Marigold and her development is probably the most accurate benchmark for Marigold (whilst bearing in mind that even with similar genetic conditions, their challenges and achievements could be very different.) Recently, Leanne sent a video of Evie walking and it filled my heart with joy and made me feel that although it might take a bit more time, Marigold will get there too in the end.
Leanne, along with Beckz (whose story of her daughter Lily is to follow this week) are always at the end of a message to share special moments, one which might not mean much to the parents of typical children, but to us are momentous. We are also there for each other through the difficult times, through a lot of sickness and occasions when it feels very hard to cope, but with a supportive word from someone who understands, you are back on your feet again.
Leanne and Beckz, Evie and Lily, they are such an important part of Marigold's journey. But they are also two amazingly strong mothers with very special daughters who are achieving so much. I feel so lucky to know them and am so looking forward to meeting up in person next month.
Here is Leanne with Evie's story.
Evie – 23months
Duplicate 3q24q29 Mosaicism
Evie lives with her Mum (Leanne), Dad (Sam) and big brother Brandon 10yrs old.
Evie was born by emergency C-section weighing a healthy 7lb 14oz's. She had no problems that we were aware of until the doctors performed their routine checks 24 hours later. They noticed that she had a few physical markings that could be linked to Down's Syndrome, but said she didn't appear to facially have this. She is small in stature, has a single palmar crease to each hand, sandal toe gap on each foot, fifth digits on hands and feet that are curvy, her thumbs are proximately placed, she has a larger head then average, an asymmetric face due to torticollis, wide set eyes, low set ears and a stork mark on her forehead. She also has issues with her bowels. The doctors also referred us to cardiology. We were discharged from neo-natal care as they said there was nothing major which required extensive monitoring, although Evie does have a few heart issues which need review every three months or so.
Then the health visitor came round for her routine check and wasn't happy that we had been sent home without Evie having a blood test. Usually when there is a cluster of little problems, bloods are taken as they are a sign of a chromosome issue. She referred us to a paediatrician who sent Evie for bloods as he knew something wasn't quite right. The results came back that Evie had duplicate 3q24.q29. They asked me and my husband to have blood tests to see if either of us had passed this to Evie. The wait for those results was agonising. Worrying that you may have passed something onto your child that could affect their whole life is the worst feeling in the world. Our results came back that Evie was "de novo", meaning that neither of us passed this to Evie. Evie had a further blood test and this showed that Evie has duplicate 3q24.q29. mosaicism and this is present in over 70% of her genetic material. Her genetic consultants aren't sure what this means in terms of Evie's developments. They are learning along with us. The doctors are always surprised when they see Evie as on paper she sounds like she should appear a lot different then she actually does.
Evie is the most special and magical little girl you could ever meet. Her smile can light up the whole room and can melt even the coldest hearts. Despite her difficult start in life she still amazes us every day as she's so happy and giggly. She is now 23 months and as of this month has started to walk unaided which is a massive achievement for her. We are very proud of our little chrome cutie. We are very hopeful for Evie's future, she is such a determined little girly. She has taught us patience, understanding and strength. We feel very privileged to have Evie in our lives. She is truly remarkable.
We recently met Helen, Marigold, Beckz and Lily. Meeting people who understand what we go through on a daily basis has been an amazing tower of strength. It is so good to talk to people who understand and won't judge when the emotional times get the better of us. Meeting them has made this journey that little bit easier! Our gorgeous little ladies have brought us all together.


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How to Fix a DVD Player Built Into a TV. A DVD player that is built into a TV is an attractive option to save some money and the hassle of connecting all of the cables ... until it breaks. Then all of the convenience of having the player built-in becomes a hindrance, as the components of your DVD player will be much harder to get to. If you want to know how to fix a DVD player that is built into a TV, here are some helpful steps.
Disconnect the appliance from all power sources. You do not want to risk electrical shock as you work on the built-in DVD player.
Position the TV on a desk or table with metal trim that can easily be approached on all sides. Set up your workstation in the middle of the room so that you have easy access from every direction. Also, the metal trim is desirable so that any static electrical charges can be grounded before they have the chance to cause further damage to the sensitive electronics.
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Remove the TV housing. Locate the screws-typically two in the top corners and two in the bottom corners-and remove the outer shell of the TV. Carefully place the shell and screws in a place where they will not be in the way or lost.
Look for any obvious signs of malfunction. Closely examine the circuit board and other electronic components for signs of heat, like scorching, melted plastic, etc. If a component on the circuit board has been cooked, use a soldering gun and gingerly heat the solder around it so that you can remove the part.
Carefully examine the lens that "reads" the DVD. Many times, a lens that is slightly misaligned or dirty will prevent the ability to read the information on a disc properly. If you suspect that the lens is out of alignment, look for any screws that you can loosen to make micro-adjustments. If the lens appears to be dirty, dip a cotton swab into a little bit of isopropyl alcohol and carefully clean the surface of the lens.
Look at the DVD drawer closing mechanism. Look for slight misalignment of the tracks and gears that prevent the drawer from closing properly. If you can locate the problem, carefully nudge the track back into alignment with your fingers and listen for a reassuring click. Also look for small bits of plastic that may have gotten caught in the teeth of one of the gears. If this is the problem, take a pair of non-magnetized tweezers and carefully remove the offended chunk of plastic.
Put the outer shell back into place and secure it by turning the screws. Then plug the TV back into a power source and see if your electronic sleuthing and repair has paid off.


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Cholatse (6440m) also called as Jobo Lhaptshan is located in at the
Khumbu Himalayan Region. Cholatse is connected to Taboche (6,501m) by a
long ridge. Cholatse Peak is very hard to climb than other peak in
Nepal. Only few climbers scaled this peak. Climbers need a vast
ability to climb this peak.
The Chola glacier descends off the east face. The north and east faces of Cholatse can be seen from Dughla, on the trail to Mount Everest base camp.
Cholatse was first climbed via the southwest ridge on April 22, 1982 by Vern Clevenger, Galen Rowell, John Rowell and Bill O'Connor. The north face was successfully scaled in 1984.
Trip Itinerary :
Day 01: Meet at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Full day's sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Return to the hotel.
Day 03: Preparation for Immigration things and climbing.
Day 04: Flight from KTM – Lukla. Trek to Phakding (2,652m).
Day 05: Phakding to Namche (3,440m)- Beginning with a slight climb to Jhorsalle, the trail passes a waterfall. All day, we pass villages interspersed with magnificent forest- rhododendron, magniolia trees and giant firs. And on the way to walking you will be rewarded (weather permitting) your first glimpse of Kusum Kanggru (6369m) Thamserku (6608m) Everest (8848m) and Nuptse (7879 m). A steep climb up to the beautiful village of Namche bazaar (3440m).
Day 06: Acclimatization day in Namche. Acclimatization is most important before proceeding to a higher elevation. It is therefore recommended that you take a short days hike to Thame, Khunde or Khumjung or relax and explore the sherpa culture of Namche.
Day 07: Namchebazaar to Phortse Thanga:Leave Namche along the direction of the gompa and turn right afater the large rocks engraved with Buddhist images.The trek climbs the hill to Khumjung and descends to the valley of Dudhkoshi and arrives at Phortse Thanga (3,500m) which offers superb views of Thamserku(6,608m), Kangtewa.
Day 08: Phortse Thanga to Machermo: This will be another short day trek to aid acclimatization to the altitude.The path goes through the middle of forest and offers the first view of Cho you peak (8,153m), working , through rhododendron forest and juniper and large conifers appear as the elevation increases making the trekking beautiful in spring. The trail passes through kharkas and summer settlements to Dole after thatWe wil work across a rocky terrain scattered with a few dwarf rhododendrons. Staying overnight at Machermo at (4,410m).
Day 09: Machermo to Gokyo Lake.
Day 10: Gokyo Lake explore around: The excurtion to the Gokyo peak usually starts early in the morning. The climb is quite steep first 30 minutes; it will take you an hour to reach the top with its traditional prayer flags. From where you will have a magnificent view of highest peaks, from the west to east are Cho you (8,153m), Gyachung Kang (7,922m), Everest ( 8848m), Lhotse (8,501m) and further way Makalu, On the way to descent you can enjoy, superb view of Gokyo Lake.
Day 11: Gokyo lake to Chola Phedi.
Day 12: Cho La Phedi - Chola La pass to Jungla (Dzongla).
Day 13: Dzongla to Cholatse Base camp.
Day 14-23:
climbing period for Cholatse.
Day 24: Base Camp to Pangboche.
Day 25: Pangboche to Namche.
Day 26: Namche to Lukla.
Day 27: Flight from Lukla - KTM, transfer to hotel.
Day 28 : Kathmandu free day, evening culture show with Nepali dinner, hotel.
Day 29: Final departure, transfer to airport.
Note :- If above program itinerary that don't suit to you and wish to modify above itinerary then please let us know and we'll be happy to create a tailor made itinerary especially for you. It is also possible to combines above trip with Jungle safari, rafting, Mountain flight or with any travel plans, just shares your interested with us. We will design and arrange your holiday accordingly.
Price For The Trip: The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodations). The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The camping trek and teahouse trek made a difference in the cost. The number of guides and porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons, the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.
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- Order numbers: AM 59-010
Hal Leonard # 4000137
- Instrumentation: wind orchestra
- Duration: 8'20
- Grade: 5
- CD: The Venetian Collection
- Order numbers: AM 59-010
The Red Tower
"Painting turns space into time, music turns time into space"
[Hugo von Hofmannstal]
THE RED TOWER by Johan de Meij was inspired by a painting of the same name [La Torre Rossa, 1913] by the Italian surrealistic painter Giorgio de Chirico [1888 - 1978]. The work forms the second movement of THE VENETIAN COLLECTION, an orchestral suite in which De Meij gives his musical impressions of four different paintings from the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
THE RED TOWER was commissioned by the Banda Civica di Soncino [Italy]. One of the main towers of the ancient walls that surround the medieval town of Soncino, La rocca sforzesca, has a significant resemblance with the tower on De Chirico's painting. De Meij constructed an exciting and warm-blooded work, based on a simple four-note motif, with lyric solo passages for bassoon, bass clarinet and soprano saxophone in the middle section.
The world premiere performance took place on September 23rd, 2000 in Sala Verdi in Milano, played by the Banda Civica di Soncino, conducted by the composer.
In November of that same year, THE RED TOWER was awarded 1st Prize in the International Composition Competition of OMAN.
The other movements of THE VENETIAN COLLECTION are based on VOICE OF SPACE by René Magritte, who was a great admirer of De Chirico, MAGIC GARDEN by Paul Klee and EMPIRE OF LIGHT by, again, René Magritte. All four paintings can be found in the Guggenheim Museum in Venice. Together with other outstanding museums in New-York, Bilbao and Berlin, this collection is part of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, one of the largest private art collections in the world.
1. Piccolo [+ Flute III]
4. Flutes I
4. Flutes II [+ Alto Flute in G]
2. Oboes I/II
1. English Horn (F)
2. Bassoons I/II
1. Eb Clarinet
6. Bb Clarinet I
6. Bb Clarinet II
6. Bb Clarinet III
1. Eb Alto Clarinet
1. Bb Bass Clarinet
1. Bb Soprano Sax
2. Eb Alto Sax I
2. Eb Alto Sax II
2. Bb Tenor Sax
1. Eb Baritone Sax
1. F Horn I
1. F Horn II
1. F Horn III
1. F Horn IV
2. Bb Trumpet I
2. Bb Trumpet II
2. Bb Trumpet III
2. Bb Trumpet IV
2. Trombone I (C)
2. Trombone II (C)
2. Trombone III (C)
2. Baritone/Euphonium B.C. (C)
2. Baritone/Euphonium T.C. (Bb)
4. Basses (C)
1. String Bass
1. Timpani
4. Percussion I & II – Snare Drum, Bass Drum,
Tam tam, Suspended Cymbal.
2. Mallets – Xylophone, Bells, Marimba,
Tubular Bells.
1. Piano
Additional Parts [for European countries only]
1. Eb Horn I
1. Eb Horn II
1. Eb Horn III
1. Eb Horn IV
2. Bb Trombone I (T.C. & B.C.)
2. Bb Trombone II (T.C. & B.C.)
2. Bb Trombone III (T.C. & B.C.)
2. Bb Baritone/Euph. (B.C.)
2. Eb Bass Tuba (T.C. & B.C.)
3. Bb Bass Tuba (T.C. & B.C.)


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text: Bike Pittsburgh sent me news awhile back about their bike parking program. Executive Director Scott Bricker said that the Mayor's office was impressed with our work and our manual and wanted to point us to the newer bike racks the city is using to meet their growing cycling population. The design is unique, attractive and looks functional enough. Kudos to them for expressing steel as more than just a smokestack industry.


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eJyothi is proud to partner with US companies having a proven track record. Apart from helping us gain insight into the requirements and workings of the US market; our partners have also been instrumental in aiding us consolidate our presence and services in the US. They help us provide onsite support – both technical and management – to our clients. They also act as local points of contact for our US-based clients. And all this is in addition to the valuable experience they bring on board.
Ascella Technologies is a Virginia based IT services firm that focuses on Federal, state and local government clients. Ascella was founded in 2002 with a goal of delivering value-added technology-based solutions. To achieve this goal Ascella recruits senior consultants and software engineers with extensive experience in clients' specialized business domains, applications and technologies.
Ascella's founders are all veterans of the IT industry. Prior to Ascella they had successful careers leading IT Consulting and Software Engineering organizations of up to 1000 professional staff and individual project teams of 200 or more business analysts, engineers and part or full-time client staff.
We are very pleased with eJyothi's level of commitment, dedication, and turnaround times on our projects. Their development has the experience and knowledge needed to deliver quality solutions. We highly recommend eJyothi Services.


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This message is one of the "You Asked For It" series that came from a survey we posted late last year. This particular message is all about how to stand up to the enemy, meaning, "How do we fight with the dark forces that have us in their sights?". There is a way to deal with what troubles and tempts us, especially in the battleground of the mind.
Guest speaker, Ephraim Allgyer, is a student of Elim Bible Institute and College. In this message, Ephraim talks about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. He looks into the meaning of baptism, the different kinds of baptism, and the ways that a person can be baptized in the Holy Spirit.
The New Age Movement may seem like yesterday's news, but it's alive and well and has become part of our culture. But it's fool's gold–looking spiritual but only pretending to be the real thing. Come hear how it's soaked into our culture and how it differs from Christianity and the truth of God's word.


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Ten of the best... noise-cancelling headphones
World, shut your mouth
Panasonic RP-HC500
There's nothing fancy about Panasonic's HC500 headphones. They're a big fat set of phones that produce a big fat sound. The noise-cancelling feature isn't the most effective in this group, and Panasonic admits that it's really only effective with quite low-frequency sounds, such as the rumble of an airplane engine. However, the headphones produce a nice, punchy sound that works well with rock music. More expensive rivals such as Denon and Bose produce a more finely detailed sound, but the HC500 is a good choice if you're on a budget and you just want a nice loud set of headphones with a noise-cancelling option.
Reg Rating 75%
Price £148
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Audio-Technica ANC3
We've indulged Audio-Technica with a second review as we don't see many noise-cancelling – as opposed to 'noise isolating' – in-ear headphones. Of course, jamming the rubbery earpieces into your ear canal provides an additional element of noise-isolation too, with the result that the ANC3 does a very good job of cutting out background noise. The sound quality was pretty good too, especially on higher frequencies where you could hear all the layers of vocal harmonies on some of those old Queen epics. We also like the little 'monitor' button on the cable, which allows you to quickly mute the audio when – as happened to us – someone stops you in the street and asks for directions. ®
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Cavity Detection Laser
At Salvatore Dental in Malta, we pride ourselves in having the latest and best technology to deliver a superior quality of dentistry, efficiently and in less time.
Decay on x-rays is only visible after it is deeper than 2mm! 2mm may not sound big but many times that is halfway to the nerve! Using x-rays and clinical examination proves to be only 49% successful in detection of small cavities. In conjunction with our cavity detector laser we are able to correctly diagnose over 90% of cavities less than 2mm!
We are able to treat cavities when they are at an earlier stage which results in an easier and smaller filling!


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The latest version available is QuodLibet 3.8.1, which has been recently released, bringing a huge list of changes:
- GStreamer: increase default buffer duration.
- Fix acoustid plugin
- Fix new playlists from menu
- mpdserver: Make it work with the M.A.L.P Android client
- Waveform plugin fixes
- Covergrid context menu fixes
- Norwegian Bokmål
- German
Installation instructions:
Up to date packages are available via some third party packages, so installing the software on Ubuntu is easy. Just add the PPA to your system, update the local repository index and install the Quod Libet package:
|$ sudo add-apt-repository ppa:lazka/ppa
$ sudo apt-get update
$ sudo apt-get install quodlibet
Optinal, to remove QuodLibet, do:
|$ sudo apt-get remove quodlibet
refer original : https://howto-ubuntunew.blogspot.com/


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When a global personal care company wanted to produce preservative-free products, SPX came forward with an innovative solution based on dairy technology adapted for this specific need. The new approach uses an ultra-high temperature process to produce sterile cosmetic products.
Jean-Michel Ingles, general manager of SPX Flow Technology in France, said the customer is extremely pleased with the quality of the cosmetic creams being produced using SPX's technology. "Our customer views the outcome of this project as a significant commercial success as the company is the first in its industry with the capability to supply sterile cosmetic creams worldwide," he added. "This innovative technology is now being used to extend our business with other personal care companies."
To verify that the new approach would be effective, product trials were conducted using pilot plants at the SPX Innovation Centre in Silkeborg, Denmark. These trials produced excellent results and led to an order to design two industrial plants for the customer.
Claus Thorsen, manager of SPX's Innovation Centres in Silkeborg and Copenhagen, Denmark, noted that the development of this new approach for producing cosmetics provides an excellent example of the benefits of collaboration. "When working across geographic and business unit boundaries to consult with other SPX experts, we have the potential to achieve the most innovative results," he said.
Flexible handling of a wide range of traditional, direct UHT products.
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, SPX FLOW, Inc. (NYSE: FLOW) innovates with customers to help feed and enhance the world by designing, delivering and servicing high value solutions at the heart of growing and sustaining our diverse communities. The company's product offering is concentrated in rotating, actuating and hydraulic technologies, as well as automated process systems, into food and beverage, industrial and power and energy markets. SPX FLOW has approximately $2 billion in annual revenues with operations in more than 30 countries and sales in more than 150 countries.


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The coldest months in the Philippines has come ( January and February ). The cold winds from up north ( China and Siberia ) are blowing our way. It's becoming difficult to get up in the morning - since the temperature is hovering within 11 and 12 degrees Celsius.
BTW -- found a cool app called instaweather which allows you take instagram photos and post it with the current weather information for your location. Pretty cool huh?