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A maintenance contractor must pay a total of £155,000, while an electrical and refrigeration services company has been fined £10,000, following health and safety incidents
A maintenance contractor must pay a total of £155,000 after a man drowned after falling into a water filled sump at a North Wales power station.
Michael Benn, 37, from Glenrothes, Fife was one of a team of three working to remove sludge and debris from part of a cooling tower at Connah's Quay Power Station on 27 August 2007.
A Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation found he was working in poorly lit conditions inside the cooling tower, and had entered an enclosed culvert to check the depth of water in the sump.
Colleagues working nearby heard Mr Benn's distressed shouts, but when they got to the sump he had disappeared from view. His body was subsequently recovered from the bottom of the sump.
His employers, Epsco Ltd, of Arran Road, Perth, Scotland, were prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for failing to have a safe system of work in place.
At Mold Crown Court, the company pleaded guilty to a charge under Section 2 (1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. They were fined a total £35,000 and ordered to pay costs of £120,000.
HSE Principal Inspector Colin Mew said:
"This incident was entirely foreseeable and yet it was still allowed to happen. Epsco Ltd would have known Mr Benn or one of his colleagues would need to approach the sump in the course of their work. The inherent risk of working in this manner should have been obvious to any diligent employer.
Meanwhile, Spark's Mechanical Services Ltd, an Aberdeen electrical and refrigeration services company, has been fined £10,000 after a worker was seriously injured when he fell 2.6 metres from a scaffolding tower.
On 19 October 2010, Charles Howie was working on a scaffolding tower at Iceberg Ltd fish processing factory in Fraserburgh to remove two ceiling mounted refrigeration units from the coldstore.
The units were attached to the ceiling by eight bolts; four had been removed and Mr Howie continued to work on the unit before a forklift truck was in place to support it.
A Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Investigation found that at least one of the four remaining bolts fractured while Mr Howie was working on it, causing it to fall and strike the scaffold tower, throwing Mr Howie to the ground. Mr Howie suffered a collapsed lung and five fractured ribs and was unable to return to normal work duties for five months.
The HSE investigation found that Spark's Mechanical Services Ltd, Mr Howie's employer, had not ensured that suitable equipment was in place to support the refrigeration unit while it was being removed. The court was also told that the top guard rails were missing from the working side of the scaffolding platform.
After the hearing, HSE Inspector John Radcliffe said:
"The company's method of carrying out this type of work appeared to have evolved from custom and practice devised by employees rather than what was actually safe."
For further information on risk assessments, visit http://www.hse.gov.uk/risk
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I went home at lunch on April 24, just two days after Earth Day. This is what I saw as I walked through Liberty Village:
What's that all about? I was hoping it was an art installation that would be cleaned up. But I never got any clarification on that. Maybe they were hoping the boxes would turn into compost?

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"I Never Lose . . . Never."
Lucky Delon, Boxer
Lucky Delon is a prize-fighter who is approached by a gangster, BMF, to throw his next fight. Refusing to be intimidated, Lucky knocks his opponent out and skips town.
"You Want to Hide?"
Savaj, Sadist
There is no escape for Lucky when the gangster's henchmen catch up with him. Unless he makes amends by doing a hit, he is dead. As there is no alternative Lucky reluctantly agrees. He follows instructions and goes to a club, where he is rescued from a run in with two hoodlums by Harvey "The Hitman" Roach. Harvey instructs Lucky in the art of being a hitman and Lucky carries out the hit, rescuing a girl who gets caught up in the crossfire.
"Never Make Deals with the Bad Guys".
Harvey "The Hitman" Roach, Professional Killer
Once again the BMF's mob catch up with Lucky. They fight and Lucky leaves them for dead. Lucky meets up with Harvey again, who convinces him to accompany him on some "business". Lucky watches as Harvey kills a rival and gets wounded in the process and also observes Harvey deal with an unfaithful girlfriend and her lover.
"You Must Be Fu?#Ing Stupid Kid !"
Harvey "The Hitman" Roach, Professional Killer
Just as Lucky is getting used to having a hitman for a mentor, the BMF springs a new trap, turning the tables on Lucky in a violent and bloody showdown.
"Lucky, Lucky, Lucky, Poor Poor Lucky !"
BMF, Gangster
- Year
- 1999
- Type of film
- Features
- Running Time
- 80 mins
- Format
- 16mm Kodak
- Director
- Roberto Roarke 1st Feature
- Producer
- Federico Fabrizzi
- Executive Producer
- Federico Fabrizzi
- Director of Photography
- Chris Merry
- Principal Cast
- Dan O'Meara, Phil Novak, Todd Edwards, Joe Neves Ferreira, Yasuaki Nakajima
- Screen Writer
- Roberto Roarke
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We are planning to move house next year and I also want to up my blogging game and Etsy Store so we have plenty to be looking forward to hopefully.
Anyway as for New Years Eve I have gotten around to finally showing you what my nails look like. To be honest we actually aren't going out this year it is the left over Christmas food, Micheal McIntyre Happy & Glorious and we will be bringing in the new year in our pyjamas whilst watching the London fireworks on TV, I always like to have my nails painted though even if we aren't going out, it brings a bit of glamour to the night!
I have gone with a nice sparkly dark purple and gold.
I think the dark colour of Duchess goes so well with Honey Ryder and the Confetti polish just tops it off nicely, adding a bit of New Year to it all.
I painted just two coats of each colour, leaving a good five minutes between each coat to allow it to fully dry. I used a top coat on both colours to give a smooth base before using Confetti and Starlight on my ring finger. With Starlight I did a gradient half way down the nail, it's not really noticeable but does give that added bit of sparkle.
No7 Base Coat
Barry M - Duchess
O.P.I - Honey Ryder
Barry M - Conffetti in Marshmallow
Barry M - Starlight
Barry M Daylight Curing Top Coat
I think this is a great mani for New Years and will go really well with your sparkly outfit.
I hope everyone has a great New Years Eve and remember to stay safe! Happy 2016 to everyone.


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Who doesn't love plants! And when it comes to planting, succulents are my favorite. They are easy to maintain, and makes your home appear pretty! So, what are you waiting for? Check out the 3 easy step vintage book succulent planter.
Things you Need:
- Hardcover book
- Succulent
- White Clue
- Paper cutting knife
- Scale
- Pen
- Scissor
- Zip bag
Step 1:
Firstly, attach all the pages of the book with the help of glue. Make sure you don't stick the cover with the glued pages. Once done, let the pages dry for 20 minutes. Now, with the help of a scale mark the page area you want to cut for the succulent.
Step 2:
Now with the help of the paper knife start cutting the marked area. Make sure that the cut is at least 2 inches deep for the succulent to grow. Now, cover the area with a ziplock bag. Ensure that all the lines of the box are covered with the plastic.
Step 3:
Now, transfer the succulent and the soil in the book, and your vintage book planter is ready!
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I'm Ray Ortega and I host The Podcasters' Studio (TPS) and Podcasters' Roundtable. Both shows are podcasts about podcasting.
With this site and podcast, you'll learn how to record, edit, publish, and promote your podcast. Get all the tools you need to produce a high-quality show. Start with the basics like how to decide what to podcast about and graduate at your own pace to more complex productions like using a mix-minus to record Skype interviews.
If you only have a few minutes each day or simply want to learn in an easier to consume format, check out Podcast Quick Tips, to learn one tip at a time
A little about me, I launched my first podcast in early 2007 (Produce Picker Podcast) a video podcast about how to identify, select and prepare fresh fruits and vegetables (I was working in the produce industry at the time). This was my vehicle for learning how to podcast.
In 2009, this site's flagship podcast (TPS) was born. As a result, I have the ability to help you with both audio and video podcasting.
A dual focus on each audio as well as video is one of this site's unique features. Most podcasts about podcasting only cover audio. Due to my work in both audio and video media, I love teaching them both.
One year earlier I was hired by a D.C. non-profit to help produce their quickly growing podcast network. I've been lucky enough to spend the last eight years producing both audio and video podcasts full-time. I like to say I'm a hobbyist podcaster turned pro. In other words… I got my dream job;)
I bring the experience of a full-time podcaster, schooled in all aspects of podcasting and I enjoy sharing that knowledge via this website. Helping you start, improve and grow your own podcast is what keeps me motivated to produce my own shows.
In fact teaching and helping is what I enjoy most. You can always find me on twitter helping people with their podcasting questions. Your best bet for receiving quick, responsive, quality answers to your podcasting questions is to tweet me and follow via twitter.com/podcasthelper.
If you have your own podcast and want to introduce your audience to the how-to's of starting, producing and growing their own show, I'd love to be a guest on your show and talk all about it. Feel free to contact me and we'll set something up ASAP. And shining the spotlight on you is the goal of Podcasters' Roundtable. Join us over there to share your own experience of producing a podcast regardless of the level you are currently at.
Thanks for taking the time to read a little about this site and my background in podcasting. To hear a little more about my story in depth, check out these shows where I was interviewed about my podcasting journey:
- Nick Sueberling's – S.T.A.R.T. #11 – "How Picking Produce Led to Podcasting Success for Ray Ortega"
- Podcast Junkies #26 – "Ray Ortega Interview | Why This Host of Podcasters Studio and Podcasters Roundtable Is So Passionate About Producing Quality Shows"
- David Jackson's – School of Podcasting #271: "From Picking Produce to Picking a Career"
- The TechSupportRich Show #8 – "Interview With Ray Ortega."
- Kim Doyal's – The WordPress Chick #26 – Interview with Ray Ortega of The Podcaster's Studio
- Jim Collison's -Home Tech Interview #1 – Interview with Ray Ortega
- devLatino interview #15 – "How to Start Podcasting, Interview: Ray Ortega, The Podcasters' Studio."
- Steven Lee's – Waves of Tech Episode #143: "The Podcast Helper Ray Ortega"
- Max Flight's – Podcasting Passion #8 – "Ray Ortega – The Podcasters Studio"
If you prefer to read instead of listen check out these blog interviews:
- Timelapse Strategies – "Interview with Ray Ortega, professional podcast producer."
- Spreaker blog – "Q&A with Ray Ortega of The Podcasters' Studio."
- Examiner.com's – "DC Bloggers Profile #5: Ray Ortega."
I look forward to meeting and chatting with you here, through tweets, facebook, google plus or anywhere else you find me. Come say hi!


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Plant City Car Accident Lawyer
Have you been involved in a car accident in Plant City? We know how it goes. Without warning you now have a big thing to worry about. KFB Law is here for you!
Our Plant City Auto Accident Attorneys are here to help answer your questions, such as:
- Do I need a car accident lawyer?
- What should I look for in hiring a car accident lawyer?
- How much is hiring an auto accident lawyer going to cost?
- What happens if I miss work and who is going to pay for my medical expenses?
- What amount of damages am I entitled to?
Hiring a car accident attorney is important because not all are created equal. Make sure you can contact your attorney by phone and meet them in person if you would like. During your first meeting with KFB Law you'll get a full breakdown of what to expect and how our firm is going to help you.
Your initial meeting with your Plant City car accident lawyer is free! At KFB Law, we work on a contingency fee which means we only collect a percentage of what we recover for you. Lastly, we can also assist you with finding medical care and addressing the cost of the damage done to your vehicle.
To learn more about our Plant City auto accident attorneys, contact KFB Law now!
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Permanently Resolve Self-Confidence Problems and Issues, with the Thrive Programme, in Ely Cambridge and Woolpit, near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
People who are confident and self-assured tend to be those who are naturally sociable, who achieve success in their chosen profession or career and who take full advantage of all opportunities that come their way in life. People are attracted to confident people and enjoy spending time in their company: they tend to be happier and more relaxed, and are often easier to be with than those who lack self-confidence and self-esteem.
Many of us will suffer with a lack of confidence and low self esteem at some point in our lives and this is only natural, however for some people this lack of confidence is an almost constant backdrop in their lives.
Life can be quite challenging for those who have poor levels of self-confidence, self-belief and/or self-image. For example, making and keeping friends can be difficult; socialising in large groups may create anxiety or worry; going for job interviews may be problematic; speaking on the telephone may not be easy; even buying new clothes may be stressful. For this group of people, there are likely to be unresolved issues from their past that are undermining their confidence levels on a daily basis.
Many of the features, and the impact, of low self-confidence mirror issues associated with problems such as anxiety, stress, and social phobia and it is likely that many people who have low self-confidence also suffer aspects of these other difficulties.
At Ely and Woolpit, we have substantial experience of helping people to reduce their worries and anxieties in relation to specific events.
The Thrive Programme will show you how to fully resolve the issues that have lead to your low self-confidence, leaving you free to enjoy a more fulfilled, relaxed and self-assured approach to life in the future. (For more info on the Thrive Programme clickhere)
At our Centres, we have found that confidence issues can be very effectively improved using the Thrive Programme and issues can usually be resolved within about 7 sessions.


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Robert Waggoner wrote the acclaimed book, Lucid Dreaming – Gateway to the Inner Self (now in its tenth printing), and co-authored Lucid Dreaming Plain and Simple with Caroline McCready. Both books are in Audible, Kindle and CD/Mp3. His books have been translated into French, German, Chinese, Korean, Czech, Finnish and other languages.
A past President of the International Association for the Study of Dreams (IASD), Waggoner serves at co-editor of the online magazine, The Lucid Dreaming Experience, (ISSN 2167-616X); the only ongoing publication devoted specifically to lucid dreaming. A lucid dreamer since 1975, he has logged more than 1,000 lucid dreams.
Waggoner frequently speaks on the science and practice of lucid dreaming at international dream conferences, workshops and college classrooms, including the following:
- University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
- Sonoma State University
- Iowa State University
- University of Washington – Bothell
- Evergreen State College
- St. Mary's – California
- University of Sussex (UK)
- Hebrew University (Israel)
- Tel Aviv University
- and elsewhere.
Media Appearances: Robert has been interviewed or consulted about the practice of lucid dreaming by CNN, CBS News and ABC News (KABC – Los Angeles) along with Iowa Public Radio, WPNR, WBGU, and other radio stations.
His comments have appeared in media as diverse as the following:
- The Huffington Post
- Oprah's O magazine online
- https://www.oprahmag.com/life/a28220559/how-to-control-your-dreams/
- Popular Science (FYI: Is It Possible To Control Our Dreams?)
- Van Winkle's (How Accurate Are Inception and Other Dream Films?)
- Pittsburgh Post Gazette
- Brides magazine
- Utne Reader (online)
Robert Waggoner enjoys educating others about the science, beauty and potential of lucid dreaming. Contact Robert to arrange media appearances, speaking events or workshops.


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Friday, September 26, 2008
September 2008
When everything was something, I got ahead. Simply for a minute, I got ahead. But then I slid down and back into you.
One dialates while the other waits. Watching for you to come out. To explore our city with your hands and feet and teeth. Chewing through these small lives. To fit through, head-first. To make a better room. To push passed this flakey, fickle place...
just to get to you.
Friday, September 05, 2008
September 2008
Hook it up.
Sew the pieces.
Pull us through.
Stuck in this fishbowl.
Sinking deeper into the middle.
Stretched outside the box.
Judgement won't pass until we change.
It's everyday with you.
Taking weight from my chum.
Taken bait because I'm dumb.
Hooks in you.
Chew the pieces.
Pull through.


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Ever since the Black Death in the 14th century, caused by the Bubonic plague, the growth in human population has been on a constant rise. And within the last century, these numbers have risen exponentially. Indeed, in 1927 the population on earth was estimated to be 2 billion. Less than 90 years later in 2016, we have a population of 7.4 billion and it's continuing to grow.
There are several contributing factors that have led to this population explosion. The most significant being attributed to declining death rates. Thanks to modern medicine and technology, we've been able to overcome problems of widespread hunger and poverty. Fertility treatments and better medical facilities have led otherwise fatal diseases and defects to be recoverable. And today, we reap the benefits and comfort that these advances have provided us.
The question remains: Should we be concerned about overpopulation? Within the scientific community there is diverse opinion on both when and what amount the population will peak at before stabilization or decline. Scientific studies have ranges of time as early as 2050 to 2300 and beyond. Estimates for the peak of population hover between the 9-12 billion range. (1, 2)
However, many of these scientific studies don't take into consideration the potential scientific breakthroughs that may occur over the next two centuries. What if, for instance, it becomes normal to live to be 150 or even 200 years old? Considering the existence of super-centenarians, we should remain open and optimistic to the idea of increased human longevity. This would push the figures well beyond what many of these studies conclude.
Likewise, it is also possible that science could revolutionize the resources we need to survive and flourish. We have a limitless supply of energy in the sun and it's only a matter of time before we begin to harvest this energy efficiently. In addition, the continuous evolution of technology like 3d printers may have enormous effects in the way we manage our resources. These kinds of innovations could nearly negate overpopulation as a problem altogether.
Of course we should remain skeptical of such ideas. Regardless, it'll be interesting to see how our population growth plays out over the next several decades and whether this growth becomes a major problem. If it does become a problem, what are the philosophical consequences? Will we need to enable policies that discourage people from having children? Would that be ethical? My libertarian leanings may certainly begin having doubts.
Imagine a world with extremely scarce resources. People are starving and poverty is rampant. Every new child being born into this world would suffer this same miserable existence. In such a world, it may be morally reprehensible to not get an abortion. Can you picture such a thing?
The consequences of overpopulation are definitely reminiscent of those in dystopian fiction in many ways. And while this may be new territory for humans, overpopulation is nothing new for many animal species. When it does occurs to a species, it isn't pretty. Nature has it's own way of restoring order. One of two things tends to happen under these circumstances:
- There becomes an increase in their predators which naturally reduces the species.
- There becomes massive conflict over the remaining resources and there's a major population crash.
Number one is common among several animals including snowshoe hares, deer and lemmings. If predators are not increased to keep the population low, number two becomes the inevitable result. Starvation and thirst becomes common, and eventually violent competition between their own species arises. However, some animals have learned to refrain from mating under such conditions thanks to their evolutionary pheromones. (1) Thus preventing conflict.
So how does this apply to us? Humans are apex predators, meaning we reside at the top of the food chain in which no other creatures prey. Therefore we would skip number one and go straight to number two. If humans weren't to refrain from reproduction, we may escalate far beyond the violent skirmishes present in many animal species. In a worst case scenario, we could enter another world war led by fascist leaders. Just how far do you think some people would be willing to go under such dire circumstances? It's a scary thing to consider.
It's important to note that many of these violent outcomes are only possible if we let overpopulation get out of hand in the first place. Nevertheless, overpopulation may still present problems to a lesser degree including: major unemployment, increased global warming and a reduced quality of life for most people.
Whether or not overpopulation comes to fruition is yet to be seen, but the conversation needs to begin sooner rather than later. Someday, we may have to rethink our moral intuitions. For better or for worse.


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You remember her. Nasty nasty nasty Republican congresswoman. And she's GONE. Of course, the downside is that the guy who beat her is a bigger nut than she is, and he's expected to win the seat in the fall. He's against raising the debt ceiling, and wants to repeal health care reform (even though I'll bet you he can't name three things the bill even does). Oh, and he's bummed that we pulled out of Iraq – he thinks the troops should be there permanently, like they are in Germany and Japan. But he says he's against wasteful spending. Uh huh.
Speak of crazy, Joe the Plumber won his primary in Ohio.
Oh yeah, there were those other races last night. Mitt Romney appeared to finally win Ohio last night, but only barely, thus guaranteeing that the bruising GOP primary battle will continue for a while. NYT's Jim Rutenberg:
Far from bringing new clarity to the race as some in the party had hoped, Tuesday's results gave every candidate cause to keep driving forward — including Newt Gingrich, who won a definitive victory in Georgia. They also dashed Mr. Romney's hope of using the night to assert himself as the inevitable nominee.
The battle for Ohio was viewed as the most critical to determining whether Mr. Romney could finally emerge as solidly on his way to winning his party's nomination or was heading into an even longer fight.
And if Mr. Romney's aides were hoping that Super Tuesday would spell at least the beginning of the end of the nominating season, his losses in Georgia and Tennessee renewed questions about his political strength in the Republican bastion of the South.
It's so much more fun watching them tear each other part than watching ourselves.


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Overview - Green Park Resort - Pattaya
Built in a contemporary Thai Style the Green Park resort is situated in North Pattaya.
Surrounded by lush tropical gardens the property boasts a prime location and is convenient to almost every place of interest in Pattaya.
The Green Park Resort offers good quality and value for money. Relax around the swimming pool or enjoy a variety of refreshing drinks and snacks served during the day at the Sala Thai pool bar.


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Welcome to The Drinks Orchard!
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Packages are generally dispatched on the same day after receipt of payment and are shipped via Parcelforce. The Drinks Orchard will provide you with a link to track your package online.
Shipping fees include handling and packing fees as well as postage costs. Handling fees are fixed, whereas transport fees vary according to total weight of the shipment. We advise you to group your items in one order. We cannot group two distinct orders placed separately, and shipping fees will apply to each of them. Your package will be dispatched at your own risk, but special care is taken to protect fragile objects.
Boxes are amply sized and bottles are well-protected.
We will deliver your order for FREE if you spend £100 or more. Otherwise it's £8.99 per order.
Order before 5pm Monday to Friday and your drinks will be with you Next Day.
You can choose to have your order delivered to an address other than your billing address, such as your place of work or to a friend or relative. Simply add an alternative delivery address at the checkout.
We are currently only able to deliver to UK addresses.
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Laguna Seca replaces Sonoma on 2019 IndyCar schedule
IndyCar has announced that WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca will host the series finale from next year through at least 2021.
A three-year agreement was approved today by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors which oversees operation of the facility, and confirms that next year's race will be held on September 22.
The remainder of the series schedule will be announced later, but will not include Sonoma Raceway, whose contract is up this year. SMI which runs the venue is understood to have no interest in sharing the calendar with another northern Californian venue.
Laguna Seca hosted CART Indy cars from 1983 through 2004, and last saw 'serious' Indy car action when it served as the venue for Champ Car's Spring Training in 2007.
Mark Miles, president and CEO of Hulman & Company, which owns IndyCar and IMS, said: "I can't imagine a more attractive destination location for IndyCar's season finale.
"Monterey is a place people want to be, and we will bring all of our guests. I think it's a great choice for us."
Timothy McGrane, CEO of WeatherTech Raceway, declared: "The return of IndyCar to its spiritual road racing home of Laguna Seca is a tremendous honor and testament to the appeal of Monterey, and through the support of the County of Monterey will provide a significant economic benefit to our area businesses. We are looking forward to creating more memories in race fans' minds."
Laguna Seca opened in 1957, but it wasn't until 1983 that Indy cars first raced there. Teo Fabi took victory in that inaugural race, but the next four CART Indy car races there were won by Bobby Rahal, adding to his 1979 triumph in a Can-Am car.
The return of Indy cars to Laguna Seca is contingent on several track upgrades. According to the draft agreement, among the modifications at least 60 days prior to the 2019 event:
• There will be an extended taper to the leading end of the sausage curbs
• There will be a cement slab behind the existing curbs at the Corkscrew
• There will be a bolt-down curb behind the existing curb at Turn 7 throughout the entire length
• All gravel beds must be smooth with no more than 3-inch variation in height
• All tire walls will be covered by a conveyor belt
• Two additional rows of tires will be added to Turns 2, 5, 6, 8 and 10.
• A debris fence will be added along the front straight "to cover the bridge pillars if required once the new bridge is completed"
• More debris fences will be added to Turns 2, 4-5, 5, 6 and 8.
• A minimum of two cables will be added to all existing debris fences, bringing cables to a total of five.
• When the track gets resurfaced in time for the 2020 race, there will be pavement added to the outside of Turn 2
• A debris fence between pitlane and the track will also be considered.
The Laguna Seca deal brings to an end a run of 14 consecutive years of IndyCar competition at Sonoma.
The late Dan Gurney won the inaugural Indy car race at Sonoma – originally known as Sears Point – back in 1970, but it took another 35 years for the venue to reappear on the Indy car schedule.
Since then, Will Power and Scott Dixon have the most wins there (three each) while Simon Pagenaud has won the last two IndyCar events.
The 2018 season will mark the fourth consecutive year that Sonoma has served as IndyCar's season-closer.
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Hungarian energy company Thermowatt Kft. has signed a cooperation agreement with Vietnamese construction firm and property developer Hoa Binh, Thermowatt announced Tuesday, according to Hungarian news agency MTI.
Hoa Binh will carry out USD 5 million worth of projects annually in Vietnam, where it will employ the wastewater heat utilization technology of Thermowatt.
The companies also agreed they will submit a joint bid for financing to the Green Climate Fund, a fund within the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change set up as a mechanism to help developing countries in practices to counter climate change.
Hoa Binh has 6,000 employees and posted more than USD 470 mln revenues last year. Thermowatt had HUF 500 mln revenues in 2015.


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Hearing Aid Singapore
What is a hearing aid?
A hearing aid is a device used to regulate and amplify sound for the people with partial deafness. It will help to improve the quality of life for them but it is not targeted to cure nor help people with complete deafness.
The four basic components core function for a hearing aid:
The microphone picks up the sounds in the environment and passes it to the processor.
The processor enhances the signal and delivers it to the receiver
The receiver delivers the amplified signal to the ear canal.
The power source mainly the battery, drives the system.
With the advancement of hearing aid technology, these basic parts have transformed into four sophisticated components. The signal picked up by the microphone is now converted from analog to digital before processing, then converted back from digital to analog by the processor before the receiver delivers the enhanced signal into the ear canal. The technology has driven digital instruments to perform multiple sound processing and management tasks efficiently and simultaneously. The battery is the main power source driving the system.
What are different styles of hearing aid available in the market today?
There are varieties of hearing instrument styles and let's take a look at them in summaries:
- Complete-in-the-canal (CIC) fits deep inside your ear canal, making it almost invisible. For mild to moderately severe hearing losses users.
- In-the-canal (ITC) fits almost entirely inside your ear canal. The slight size increase allows the ITC to accommodate options that may not fir on a CIC. For mild to moderately severe hearing losses users.
- In-the-ear (ITE) fits securely in the outer ear and provides sufficient space for extra options. For mild to severe hearing losses.
- Behind-the-ear (BTE) sits comfortably behind your ear, with sounds passing through a tube to an ear mold that fits in your outer ear. For mild to profound hearing losses.
- Receiver-in-the-canal (RIC) provides an open fit (meaning nothing plugs your ear canal) and natural sounds via a discreet slim wire that directs sound into the ear. For mild to severe hearing losses.
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How to select the right hearing aids?
When selecting hearing aids, individuals should consider not only appearance but also dexterity and lifestyle preferences to meet your unique needs and lifestyle.
Do consider going to an audiologist, he will perform tests to determine your hearing loss and also recommend a hearing aids solution. Your audiologists should work with you to consider all factors to provide you the best hearing solution and fit your lifestyles.
- The degree of Hearing Loss – Some styles are better suited for certain degrees of hearing loss and ear canal shapes.
- Lifestyle & Daily Living Routine – The features you choose should enhance the activities you enjoy and do the most.
- Technology and Aesthetics – Wireless connectivity, listening memory programming, digital signal processing
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Soloway has argued that executive branch agencies, including the Executive Office of Immigration Review and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, should "develop innovative strategies" to keep binational gay couples together pending Congressional resolution.
The administration has not yet formulated a policy on deportation cases involving married binational gay couples following the DOMA announcement last week. But Soloway pointed out that DHS in recent years has amply used its powers of discretion in other removal situations. In 2009 it issued a moratorium against deporting widows or widowers of U.S. citizens who had been married for less than two years while Congress worked on a legislative fix supported by the administration. Last year the department offered "deferred action" to allow students eligible for legal status under the DREAM Act to remain in the country and avoid deportation (Congress failed to pass the bill in December).
"What we're talking about here is a small group who faces deportation—the ultimate punishment in an immigration context—and we're talking about priorities," Soloway said. "And every day the executive branch makes decisions on how to expend its resources."
Rep. Jerrold Nadler of New York, who said last week that he would reintroduce a bill to repeal DOMA, said that while the administration has made clear that it would continue to enforce the law, "If it's the case of a legally married couple under the laws of a state or the District of Columbia, the administration ought to argue in court not to deport them."
Nadler is also sponsor of the Uniting American Families Act, legislation that would give gays and lesbians the right to sponsor a non-citizen partner or spouse for legal residency. "I've always said that UAFA is not a gay marriage bill," Nadler said, "but I've also always said that if DOMA were ever repealed, and that if gay marriage were recognized, the bill would be [unnecessary]. … If DOMA is unconstitutional, then immigration law should apply equally to anyone legally married under state law."
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I'm a hacker, maker, and artist based in Portland, Oregon. I primarily work with hardware and software, although I have also significant experience in metal fabrication, machining, manufacturing, and 3D design. I am currently looking to branch out and expand my fabrication skills on large-scale art projects.
Under Construction is series of wooden construction markers - the kind you might see on the side of the highway in the middle of nowhere - with the slowly-flashing yellow light on top. The lights communicate to take on different patterns and respond to human presence, making for an eerie experience. Under Construction was funded in part by a generous grant by SDCAP for the 2018 YOUtopia festival in San Diego, California.
Death & Taxis was a seven foot long, coffin-shaped art car painted to look like a New York City taxi. I designed it in Solidworks, then cut and welded it together from scratch. It utilized a 14hp electrical motor and steer-by-wire controls, along with a 200 Ah battery bank with onboard generator for charging. The car was disassembled and flat-packed for shipping from Brooklyn to Nevada and was reassembled at Burning Man 2016.
One of the early large-scale Arduino-based LED sculptures. Domestar was a 16-foot (now 30-foot) custom-fabricated PVC dome covered in 6,400 individually-addressable RGB LEDs, controlled and mapped via custom Processing software. I did electrical and firmware design and implementation, as well as structure fabrication and Processing/C++ work.
Freelance contracting for several companies in the tech industry, primarily in hardware design and firmware but also extending to backend software and infrastructure.
Second employee at a small 3D mapping startup. Utilized a wide range of skills to translate "ground truth" from multiple sensors to usable 3D models.
Primarily worked on Makerbot Desktop software, used for basic 3D CAM and job spooling for Makerbot printers. Worked on low-level integration with all Makerbot Replicator printers.
Circuit design, prototyping, PCB capture and layout (EAGLE), DFM, manufacturing, testing, firmware design and implementation (C/Python)
Backend design and Implementation (Python, Java, C, C++), Terraform, Docker, Vagrant, AWS, git, Linux
2D design (Illustrator/Corel Draw/Inkscape), 3D design and modeling (Solidworks), 3D printing, laser cutting (Epilogue), CNC Milling (Shopbot/Sherline), MIG Welding


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I had a grand plan of writing every few days. Wow…time fles.
In some regards I feel like I failed. I didn't "make someone's day" every single day. BUT…when I was tired, when I had just "had it" with shopping and errands, I smiled any way. I made friendly chit chat with the person ringing me up. I wished people a Merry Christmas. I was happy when I didn't feel like being happy. I was joyful when I felt tired and worn out. So, even though I didn't do something major everyday I DID compliment well behaved children, I smiled and waited kindly for the advanced aged shopper walking at a snails pace in front of me while others sped around them. I was kind. That has to count for something right? And I of course bought coffee for people when ever I got the chance. I filled up my free drink sticker card from Starbucks and gave it to the lady behind me in line one night. She had no idea what it was or that it was valuable to me. She just sort of took it and asked when it expired. I was like "THAT'S LIKE 5 BUCKS LADY…BE HAPPY." But all I actually said was "Merry Christmas." See…I'm so nice. 🙂
We did get the opportunity to purchase items for Operation Christmas Child. Gloria went to a box packing party.
I also gave some money to a homeless man with out him knowing who did it. That was pretty cute actually. Audrey and I were getting some work done at a coffee shop down town. It's a pretty cool place here in Wichita called Mead's Corner. They give money to missions and open their doors to the homeless. It's a very hip casual environment and I really like hanging out there. We were just doing our thing when a homeless man sat at the table behind us. He was charging a very old phone and eating vending machine food. He got up and left all his stuff there. Which I thought was unusual for a homeless person. I had $5 in my purse all in ones. It's rare for me to have cash. While he was gone I gave the money to Audrey and told her to put it with his stuff. She did…but then I started to think. What if he doesn't want my five dollars. What if he saw us. What if he is offended. What if…I told Audrey that I was feeling uncomfortable because I wanted it to be a secret who gave him the money (She was totally down with that. She wanted it to be a secret too.) So, we started to pack up our stuff. But little Miss Audrey caught a glimpse of him when he came back. She could see him in the mirror behind me. She said he picked up the cash, looked around the room and stuck it in his pocket. That made me smile.
Then there was the day that we sang at the adult care homes. Well, I'll be honest. The kids did all the singing. I just kind off stood off the the side and hummed or sang quietly. My kids did not get their vocal talent from me. Luke's aunt owns Meadowlark Adult Care Homes in West Wichita. They are small homes on regular streets in regular neighborhoods. Residents get their own room or share with one other person and have a kitchen and living room. It has become a Christmas tradition of ours to carol at the 5 homes before Christmas. Some dear friends of ours have joined us the last several years. We love to see some of our favorite residence year after year and meet new friends as well. They are precious. What is even sweeter is to see my darling girls holding the hands of a 90 year old woman or getting kissed on the cheek by an elderly man in a wheel chair who loved to hear them sing. They just shine. It has become one of my very favorite Christmas traditions.
The month didn't end up looking like I thought it would, and I still have a couple of days left. I will continue to be kind, I will continue to smile. As suspected, I think I gained more from the experience than any one I came in contact with. And, I will continue to buy coffee for strangers…it just might be Kwik Shop coffee. I almost went broke with all those Starbucks trips.


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This 5 Star condo resort has acres of lush tropical gardens. Centered on the property is a magnificent whale shaped salt-water pool and spa. A lobby, lounging area overlooks the pool, grounds and ocean. Spacious lanais mean most owners have a BBQ for your enjoyment. Kids & adults will love the whale watch tower. A tour desk is also on property to assist you with sightseeing and activities.
Resort Amenities
- Ocean View Salt Water Pool with Jacuzzi Spa
- Walk to Keawakapu Beach
- Walk to Shopping, Restaurants, Hotels
- BBQ on your large Lanai
- Lobby Club House, Activities Desk, Lovely Landscaped Grounds
- A/C in Master Bedroom; some units with more
- Fully Equipped Kitchens, W/D
- All Linens provided
- 150 condos in Sixteen 2-story bldgs
- Metal, Wood & Concrete 1989-91
The grounds offer perfectly groomed gardens, several water features and a great pool and hot tub area. Views include the West Maui Mountains, Ocean and outer islands.
It's an easy 10 minute walk to the soft white sands of Keawakapu beach. Walk out through the lush gardens by the tranquil waterfall and stream. On your way back enjoy the Palms' whale shaped pool surrounded by palms and spectacular views of the ocean and Kahoolawe Island.
These deluxe 1 and 2 bedroom condos are larger than many condos & are individually owned so decorating will vary.
Each fully furnished condo has a Sunken living room, soaring ceilings, a large, private lanai, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave as well as a washer/dryer, cable TV and A/C. Some units do not have A/C in the second bedroom so ask the owner if it is of concern to you.
Enjoy picturesque sunrises & sunsets from your private lanai or the pool and lush grounds.
Special rates are available at Wailea's golf and tennis facilities for guests at the Wailea Palms. Hotels, spa facilities, some of Maui's most beautiful beaches and award winning restaurants are within walking distance.


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JOURNEY TO PROFITS: 9 Steps To Home Business Success
JOURNEY TO PROFITS: 9 Steps To Home Business Success
Name Product: JOURNEY TO PROFITS: 9 Steps To Home Business Success
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Author: (arlie) PEYTON
Learn how to build a profitable business in your spare time using a simple story framework & proven business steps.
In this course that's exactly what I teach others. I walk you through step-by-step how my students have been making an extra $1000 – $5000 a month with a side business. I make it interesting by using story structure–and YOU are the hero in this Journey To Profits.
Let's face it: It's hard to know where to start when creating a new business, and it feels overwhelming with all the resources out there. One student asked me, "If I started a business today, what are the key steps to do this and how do you do them?" That's what this course is about.
But why even start your own business?
When you own a small business, you can:
Be your own boss and work on your own schedule.
Control your financial destiny where the sky is the limit.
Have the freedom to travel wherever and whenever you want.
Create value for others that improves their lives.
Hire or network with others to increase your revenue.
Work in an industry you're passionate about.
It's no wonder why many people want to start their own business. Starting off right and mastering the essentials of business will help pave the way for a successful venture.
KEY STEPS: Each section contains one of nine key steps that will be explained through several videos and other media. You start with two essential questions that serve as your focal point for the section.
TOPICS: There are usually 3-5 key topics within each step and you and these are also carefully explained.
PRACTICE: Following each step are exercises to practice what you've learned in a realistic fashion. That is, you won't be asked to just fill in the blanks. You will be working on a real business–yours–with the intent to make an incredible profit. Therefore it's important to do every exercise the best of the ability.
With this course you get a comprehensive checklist that gives the details of every section and essential questions.
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Over the past ten years I've taught new businesses owners just like you to create profitable small businesses in their spare time. My students build online and offline businesses; digital products and physical products; service-based and product-based businesses.
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What are the requirements?
You will need a positive mental attitude.
Laptop/Desktop/Smartphone connected to the Internet.
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Over 41 lectures and 4.5 hours of content!
How to create a business from scratch with a tiny budget and minimal time.
Create a business that is right for you, not just what's trending right now.
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Learn where most people make mistakes in starting a business and how to avoid them.
Test your business or product ideas instantly before you spend one cent.
Create any type of business, even if you don't possess the technical skills.
Learn how to hire experts cheaply or for free.
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Adventurous people tired of their 9-5 job and are ready to strike out on their own.
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This course is NOT for: Intermediate or advanced business owners.
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Helix DNA Reviews
Utilizing their proprietary Exome+ sequencing technology, Helix and their third-party partners claim to help you gain actionable insight from your DNA.
What Is Helix DNA?
After sequencing your DNA from a small saliva sample, Helix partners with a variety of third-party companies to help you discover more about yourself, as well as make better-informed decisions about your life. Together, this is why they claim to represent "a source for DNA learning."
Basically, the process works like this: After placing an order, you'll receive a DNA collection kit that will take just a few minutes complete. Then, once the company receives your sample, their world-class laboratory uses advanced sequencing technology (called Exome+) to "read" your DNA and unlock 100X more data than other companies.
Helix then securely stores your data and shares it only with the partner(s) of your choice, which includes ancestry, entertainment, family, fitness, health, and nutrition services—all of which are reviewed by Helix's expert team of PhDs and geneticists. And if you want to work with more than one partner, you'll never have to submit another saliva sample.
Granted, there's no doubt that unlocking our genetic code could help us make more informed choices and decisions about our health, fitness, and nutrition, as claimed on the Helix website. But is this necessarily what you'll get with the company's partners?
Over the years, the HighYa team has researched many of the most popular genetic testing companies. Here, we'll gather what we've learned to help you make a more informed decision about Helix.
How Does DNA Sequencing Work?
We're not here to deliver a science lesson, but some basic knowledge can go a long way toward fully understanding what Helix might be able to offer.
Deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA, is made up of thousands of pairs of four different nitrogen bases: adenine (A), thymine (T), guanine (G) and cytosine (C). The order in which these bases assemble form into long chains called genes, which are tightly packed inside structures called chromosomes; half of which you inherit from your mother, and the other half from your father.
Genes directly impact how the proteins in your body behave, which is important in just about every aspect of our existence.
Recently, the National Human Genome Research Institute reports that technology has advanced to a point where the order of these four bases (A, T, G, C) can be determined, which can tell "scientists the kind of genetic information that is carried in a particular DNA segment."
For example, "scientists can use sequence information to determine which stretches of DNA contain genes and which stretches carry regulatory instructions, turning genes on or off. In addition, and importantly, sequence data can highlight changes in a gene that may cause disease."
In a nutshell, this is what Helix does. Their CLIA-certified laboratory reads the base pairs in your DNA, which is extracted from a saliva sample. Then, if you choose to purchase a service through one of their partners, these third-party companies will 'read' the data generated by Helix, and translate this data into actionable information.
Which Partner Products Are Offered Through Helix?
By partnering with other companies, Helix offers access to six different service categories:
Ancestry Services
Neanderthal by Insitome: This service promises to help you "discover which of your unique traits may have been inherited from [y]our Neanderthal ancestors," including ones like "skin pigmentation, sun damage repair, torso shape, learning, fat storage, high-altitude adaptation, interpreting immune signals, pathogen recognition, viral immune response, and muscle growth and development."
Geno 2.0 Next Generation by National Geographic: This test allows you to learn about your regional ancestral makeup by percentage (as far back as 200,000 years), as well as where your ancient ancestors lived and the migration paths they followed (including a Neanderthal ancestry analysis, as outlined above). This also involves videos, articles, and illustrations. You'll even be able to learn which historical geniuses you might be related to.
Wine Explorer by Vinome: By combining DNA analysis with your taste preferences, this Helix partner promises to help you "discover hard-to-find, curated wine recommendations." Then, you'll be able to rate and review the wines you try, which will better impact your future selections in the Vinome wine store, so that each bottle matches you.
StartLine by DNAFi: This service compares your height and genetics against a database of some of the world's 8,000 greatest athletes, across five different metrics: endurance running, sprinting, team sports, strength, and speed. Then, you'll learn about the "frequency of certain genetic profiles that occur more in elite athletes than in the general population."
SlumberType by Exploragen: Here, you'll learn how your DNA is associated with sleep traits like the length of time it takes "you to fall asleep, how long you stay asleep, the quality of your sleep, and your genetic similarity to self-reported morning or evening persons," as well as how these traits might impact other areas of your life. Then, in combination with the partner's iOS app, you'll be able to set a customized alarm, utilize natural sounds to induce sleep, and wake up optimally each morning.
Personalized Scarf by Dot One: With this Helix partner, you'll start by selecting a color to represent each of the four DNA bases we discussed earlier (adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine), all of which are run through an algorithm to translate them into a pattern. Then, using Italian-made wool and acrylic yarns, a 7" x 70.8" scarf will be created that utilizes these patterns. You'll also receive a card "detailing 33 of your genetic traits, like if your cheeks are likely to flush when you drink alcohol."
Personalized Print by Dot One: You'll be able to visualize the 0.1% of DNA that makes you unique, which is printed "using giclée on Hahnemühle German Etching paper that's 300mm x 400mm (or 11.8" x 15.7")" on a silky smooth, fine-textured surface.
CarrierCheck by Sema4: This test screens for variants associated with 67 inherited genetic conditions, including cystic fibrosis, beta thalassemia, and Tay-Sachs disease. All orders include a genetic counseling session and a customized test report, while in some instances, "a genetic counselor will reach out to you to discuss what your report means for you and your future children." Customers will also have access to educational materials that can help them learn more about the conditions that the service screens for, how to read the results, and so forth.
Breast Milk DHA+ by EverlyWell: This service will allow you to measure how much DHA is currently in your breast milk, and whether or not you have a genetic mutation that may affect your DHA levels, which is information that can be used to "optimize your diet and improve your DHA levels." According to the Helix website, this test is only available for women who are currently lactating or who will be lactating within six months. Simply place a few drops of breast milk on the included sample collection card, along with a small saliva sample.
Fitness Buddy: All-Access Premium by Azumio: By translating your DNA into actionable recommendations (everything from a customized workout to establishing new nutrition goals), this service claims to help you "find the most effective exercises and personalized workouts," based on experience, goals, and available equipment. During the process, you'll be able to use the accompanying iOS app to track your workouts, gain a better baseline for your habits, log your food details for the week, and view your improvements over time.
Fitness Diet Pro by DNAFit: This partner uses the data provided by Helix to help you "understand how your body responds to power or endurance training, your resilience to sports injury, and recovery speed." You'll also learn how you're genetically predisposed to respond to carbohydrates, saturated fats, lactose, alcohol, and caffeine, as well as whether you're in need of substances like antioxidants, omega-3 fats, vitamin B, or vitamin D. From there, they claim you'll be able to make the right exercise and nutrition choices.
Fat Burner by DNAFit: After learning about "how your body responds to strength and endurance training, your injury predisposition, post-exercise recovery speed, and aerobic response," you'll be provided with a 12-week plan for shedding fat. This includes a customized workout plan centered on your DNA, exercise guides, and real-time videos, involving everything from cardio and high-intensity interval training to circuit and resistance training. All training plans—which are "backed by DNAFit's peer-reviewed genetic training algorithm"—come with one-on-one coaching support, and the exercises can be completed at the gym or home.
Muscle Builder by DNAFit: This is also a 12-week personalized program based on your genetic response to exercise. Instead of losing weight, though, you'll focus on boosting muscle growth.
Inherited Diabetes Test by Admera Health: According to the Helix website, "some people [anywhere between one and five percent of those diagnosed] with diabetes have a rare, inherited form that can be misdiagnosed." Instead, this partner promises to help you better understand if you have Maturity Onset of Diabetes of the Young (MODY), which could impact the effectiveness of your treatments.
After ordering, there are three possible results: No variant found, Likely pathogenic (there is strong evidence that you have a variant linked to MODY), or Pathogenic ("A variant that has definitive scientific evidence linking it with MODY was found.")
Inherited Cholesterol Test by Admera Health: Instead of MODY, this Helix partner allows you to find out if you're predisposed to having familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), "an inherited cause of extremely high "bad" cholesterol that can lead to premature cardiovascular disease."
Also, like the MODY test, there are three possible results: No variant found, Likely pathogenic, or Pathogenic
Calorie Mama: All-Access Premium by Azumio: In combination with an exclusive iOS app, you'll be able to obtain personalized fitness and nutrition plans, "highlight nutrients of interest based off of your DNA," count calories, receive motivation, see how your habits affect your results, and track your improvements over time.
MealPlanner by DNAFit: Similar to the Fitness Diet Pro program, MealPlanner provides an "in-depth analysis of your genetic nutrition response," and helps you learn more about "your sensitivity to carbohydrates, saturated fat, lactose, alcohol, and caffeine." Based on this data, you'll receive 12 weeks of access to the genetically personalized MealPlanner platform, where you can create personalized meal plans, access recipes that fit your lifestyle and DNA, and receive a customized shopping list.
embodyDNA by Lose It!: This Helix partner product claims to combine your genetic data with your daily habits to provide actionable weight loss recommendations that are unique to you. For example, "How well does your body handle the foods you're eating? Does exercise make or break your weight loss goals?" You'll also be able to track diet and exercise trends in the iOS-only app. And combined, LoseIt! claims they have helped their members lose over 50 million pounds.
Metabolism+ by EverlyWell: Promises to help you learn how your DNA and your hormones impact your weight (specifically, your metabolism and how it relates to obesity) and energy levels. From there, you'll receive evidence-based guidance regarding lifestyle changes that could boost your health.
Food Sensitivity+ by EverlyWell: If you're sensitive to certain foods and can't properly digest the nutrients they contain, this could impact your metabolism and make you feel less-than-stellar. This test will help you learn more about the foods you might be sensitive to, based on levels of immune antibodies in your blood, which can help you change your lifestyle accordingly.
Heart Optimizer: Genetics and Nutrition Coaching by Arivale: After receiving data about your genetic predisposition to high cholesterol and triglycerides, you'll be paired with an Arivale Registered Dietitian "to outline strategies for a healthy heart." This includes one-on-one coaching, in-depth phone conversations, unlimited text communication for 30 days, and personalized nutrition recommendations.
Beat Your Genes: Weight Loss Coaching by Arivale: Most of the same benefits featured in the Genetics and Nutrition Program, but instead, it focuses primarily on weight loss.
Diet GENius by Re:Point: Helps you uncover your current food habits and receive diet guidance (including explanations of any recommendations) based on your genetic predispositions, eating habits, and lifestyle. This includes balancing the macronutrients you eat, like carbs, proteins, and fats. Designed "for use with the Fitbit® platform to track everything in one place."
How Much Do Helix's Tests Cost?
Helix's Exome+ sequencing service is priced at $80. From there, partner products will cost you:
- Neanderthal by Insitome: $29.99
- Geno 2.0 Next Generation by National Geographic: $69.95
- Wine Explorer by Vinome: $29.99
- StartLine by DNAFit: $49.99
- SlumberType by Exploragen: $24.99
- Personalized Scarf by Dot One: $149.99
- Personalized Print by Dot One: $69.99
- Fitness Buddy: All-Access Premium by Azumio: $99.99
- CarrierCheck by Sema4: $199
- Breast Milk DHA+ by EverlyWell: $89
- Fitness Diet Pro by DNAFit: $219.99
- Fat Burner by DNAFit: $119.99
- Inherited Diabetes Test by Admera Health: $149.99
- Inherited Cholesterol Test by Admera Health: $124.99
- Calorie Mama: All-Access Premium by Azumio: $99.99
- MealPlanner by DNAFit: $119.99
- embodyDNA by Lose It!: $109.99
- Metabolism+ by EverlyWell: $149
- Food Sensitivity+ by EverlyWell: $249
- Heart Optimizer: Genetics and Nutrition Coaching by Arivale: $79.99
- Beat Your Genes: Weight Loss Coaching by Arivale: $89.99
- Diet GENius by Re:Point: $89.99
Helix advises that only your healthcare provider can determine if a Helix genetic screening (and subsequent partner test) is covered by insurance.
However, refunds are available within 30 days of placing an order, but only as long as the kit hasn't been registered. This is less S&H, along with a $25 cancellation fee. The only way to request one is through the company's online contact form.
What Are Helix Customers Saying in Their Reviews?
We didn't encounter much firsthand feedback about Helix during our research, which might make sense, considering the fact that their lab only sequences DNA and collects raw data. On the other hand, it's their third-party partners who translate this data into accessible recommendations and reports.
With this in mind, Business Insider's Lydia Ramsey ordered National Geographic's Geno 2.0 Next Generation through Helix and found that everything was nicely packaged and easy to use, including a booklet, helpful tips, and testing supplies.
After returning her sample in the included box, it took two months to get her results, which she was able to access on her own homepage.
In the end, she liked that she wouldn't have to collect another saliva sample if she decided to order more tests in the future, but reported that she received some fundamentally different results than from 23andMe and AncestryDNA (we'll come back to both of these companies in a moment).
After launching their online hub and 'app' access, MIT Technology Review's Emily Mullin interviewed Daniel MacArthur, a scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School who studies the human genome. There, he warned that these genetic lifestyle, nutrition, and wellness tests "have little scientific evidence to support them."
As a result, Stephen Montgomery, a geneticist at Stanford University, emphasizes that "Helix will have to think very carefully about what apps to allow on the platform. The average customer probably can't discern which products are based on sound science from those that aren't, so he hopes Helix will have some way of evaluating the quality of information the apps provide."
Because of this scientific fuzziness, writing for The Atlantic, Sarah Zhang says that she's "likened these lifestyle tests to horoscopes—vague, occasionally informative, sometimes amusing."
From a company perspective, Sarah also reports that Helix represents "a new venture from private equity firms and Illumina, the company that makes most of the DNA-sequencing machines in the United States."
The company (Helix OpCo LLC) was co-founded in 2015 by CEO Robin Thurston, SVP of Applied Genomics James Lu, SVP of Business Development and Partnerships Justin Kao, and CTO Scott Burke.
Helix vs. 23andMe vs. AncestryDNA & Other Genetic Testing Companies
According to Sarah Zhang at The Atlantic, "23andMe and AncestryDNA use Illumina's machines, as do most research labs." In other words, although neither of these third-party companies is listed as a Helix partner, they're piggybacking off the same data used by other companies who are partners, such as EmbodyDNA and National Geographic.
Helix's website emphasizes that many companies choose to utilize their Exome+ sequencing technology because it "reads every letter of all 22,000 protein-coding genes in your body, which produces 100 times more data than most consumer genetics companies."
This way, they claim, their partners can offer products with deeper insights, which are based on "some of the most important and well-studied pieces of your DNA."
Regardless of the provider, though, Helix's FAQ indicates the company's geneticists perform a detailed scientific approval review of each one before they're made available for purchase. Does this mean you should go ahead and spend your hard-earned money?
In Is Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing Right For You, we point out that most of these nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle genetic tests are not predictive, with minimal science supporting their interpretations of your DNA.
Or, as Ellen Matloff, a certified genetic counselor and the President and CEO of My Gene Counsel points out, "Some of these tests are medically validated, and others are simply genutainment – genetics entertainment."
In other words, the most important thing is to maintain realistic expectations. Also, unless you're utilizing a testing company that's helping you screen for genetic abnormalities, which does have substantial clinical support, the high cost of many of these tests aren't covered by health insurance.
Finally, look for companies with mostly positive online customer feedback, as well as those that offer robust support after your results have been received. After all, it's possible that you'll have a lot of questions, which could be frustrating if you can't obtain clear answers.
Our Final Thoughts About Helix
Ultimately, there's no one-size-fits-all answer to the question "Should I pay for an entertainment-focused genetic test?"
But since most of the information they promise to provide is health-related (whether nutrition, fitness, or general wellness), it might make sense to start off by making an appointment with your doctor.
They'll be able to ask the right questions and order the appropriate tests, and then use this information to make recommendations based on your specific diagnosis—and whether or not genetic testing services provided by companies like Helix fit into your treatment plan.
Frustrating experience and still don't know anything. BUYER BEWARE.
So because I learned of your company through the Mayo Clinic website, I felt their reputation also spoke for yours. My usual practice is to thoroughly research on the web, and I will certainly do so in the future. I paid $79.96 on October 24th and have just learned today how I was deceived. It's a long story which no one wants to hear, but what I can attest to is the total obduracy of their Customer Service. They are obviously trained never to agree with the customer and never to give one's money back.
These people represent the original platform for the actual DNA sequencing, and everyone else piggybacks on their results because they have by far the largest sequencing machines and can accumulate the most data. Once one is sequenced, he becomes part of the enormous amount of human date being aggregated.
If this company's plan works out the way they want it to, they will end up making probably billions of dollars. BUYER BEWARE.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Don't waste your money
Test tells you nothing, for $80 they told me I am 98% European. If I want any further info on ancestors, I have to pay another third party company $69.00. What a rip off. Save your money, look in a mirror, if you're white your probably European, Black, African. Send me $20.00 for that advise, I saved you $129.00.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
I received this test as a Christmas gift. I have wanted to explore my ancestry for a long time. I registered for this on my home computer, but keep getting results on my phone. It's not comfortable for me to try to see the results on my phone. All they've told me so far is that I have the genes to have a high BMI. All I want is to see my ancestry. If however, I want to see that I have to pay again for that. And for any and all results from now on. I would have thought that would be the first thing they would tell you. I think most people who get this kit or any kit like it is really just going for the ancestry first and foremost. Very disappointed. Would not recommend this to a friend.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Waste of money
I bought this kit because I thought it would help uncover more about my ancestors, but the only thing they would tell me is my ethnicity. When I emailed them to ask if they can tell me any locations or regions, they emailed me back quoting the exact phrase from the website. I am not at all satisfied with this product or this company.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
6 out 7 people found this review helpful
Poor service and product
This has been a very poor experience, one that cost us money. We have never been able to get into our DNA/ancestry reports. We have followed all instructions and also called the company. The rep was most pleasant and quite unhelpful. He sounded as if he were reading a script and did not understand our problem in accessing our reports. Scott has a Masters in Science, and I have worked in IT. This site is very user unfriendly.
We subsequently contacted Helix and asked for our account to be deleted immediately as well as any info they have on us. We asked for a refund, which we had little hope of getting. We thought it was worth a try. To date, we have heard nothing from them, and we are still getting bombarded with emails.
If I could give this company a ZERO, I would. We would warn people to stay away from it. Their advertising is not clear as to what they offer. This is not a fake or spam report. We wonder if Helix will post it.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
12 out 12 people found this review helpful
I ordered Helix DNAPassport. The information I got was nothing that I could not see in a mirror. Most of the other information was kind of useless, "asparagus pee." If I eat asparagus my pee is going to smell more than average people. If I am bitten by a mosquito the bite is most likely going to be average size. Before I got this back, I ordered a Geno 2.0 test that doesn't let me sign in nor create a new account. When I'm trying to sign in to register the second test kit, it says that I need a new account with a new email address but when I do that, it tells me that I already have an account. LOL
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
17 out 17 people found this review helpful
Huge waste of money
All they told me was that 64% to 100% of the people with certain markers, like mine, were likely to be European, basically. That's it. They didn't go into any sort of detail or provide any insight whatsoever. It was just a big green dot on Europe, and nothing else. The rest of your package is filled with speculative garbage, like, whether or not you are likely to get a sunburn, or if your grip is weak (LOL, I know), or if you are a little bit taller than average.
Basically, I am evidently, according, to their amazing genetic insight, the most average person in the world, with average height, eye color, skin tone, hair color, and anything else you can think of, including off-the-wall things, like, emotional resilience, and my likelihood to be sensitive to the smell of asparagus pee. This is seriously a joke and a scam.
When they asked me if the results for each module were correct, I had to answer "No" on a large number of them. According to them, I'm likely to have a weak grip and no fast-twitch muscles. Also average height. Except that I am 6ft and 4in, I was a sprinter when I was younger, and actually had a pretty strong grip as a baseball player, when I was younger.
Most of the stuff on this list is like those dumb quizzes you see people taking on Facebook, like the Harry Potter House are you a member of, or whatever. Most of this stuff has nothing to do with genetics, AT ALL. To me, it's just filler to get you to ignore the fact that they completely fail at providing you with any interesting data that is related to your ancestry.
Yes, I'm white, and I probably hail from places where white folks came from. Enlightening. Big bummer, and a huge waste of money. Look elsewhere, or perhaps lose interest altogether, is what I recommend.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
17 out 17 people found this review helpful
What a waste of money
It is a total waste of money. They sold me a kit for $69.00 approximately. I thought I would find my ancestry or something interesting. I was very disappointed. When I receive an email, it said my results were complete. All I got was the "STORE" where they wanted me to spend more money, for all the things they are selling. I refused to spend any more money on these sales.
Read the article above. It is very accurate. All they are trying to do is sell us more ideas.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
18 out 20 people found this review helpful
Proceed with caution
In January my husband and I thought it would be fun to find our ancestry as our children are doing school projects and our families are not near to us. We submitted our samples, and the website is NOT user-friendly, and we must have signed up for something other than the ancestry results (which we first signed up for). The results couldn't have been further from the truth! And NO, ancestry results were given after an 8-week waiting period.
When I expressed my disappointment I was told I could have the other results for an additional charge of $69.95 (which was our original price) and the results we received were for a test that was only $24.95. I was willing to pay the difference between the two as it was me clicking from their website. I was told that they are the leader in this type of testing and good luck with finding a better company. HORRIBLE customer service, on top of unprofessional representative.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
22 out 26 people found this review helpful
Poor business practices
Caution, Helix offers an option of 2-day shipping for $13.67. So I decided to go ahead and splurge. I ordered on 3/21/18, which Helix is not disputing (Proof of Email):
Dang Lu
Sat 3/24/2018, 12:32 AM
Hello David,
Based on the order history, it looks like the order was placed on 3/21/2018 at 5:05 PM which would be too late for FedEx to pick up the package. The order was fulfilled and picked up by FedEx on 3/22/2018. Once FedEx picks up the order, it is out of Helix's hands on the shipping portion. I understand your frustration, however cannot provide a refund for the shipping."
My response:
"I guess I am confused. Your site states 2-day shipping, I paid you, not Fed Ex for 2-day shipping. Therefore you are legally responsible for the guarantee for 2-day shipping. I appreciate your offer for a discount which should be in conjunction with a refund, for a service that you offer but was not fulfilled. I am very unhappy with your substandard business practices and will keep this in mind before using your company again. Rest assured, I will be certain to inform potential customers as well as legal authorities of this travesty & illegal practice. I would strongly suggest a disclaimer stating that due to using an unreliable shipping partner, or total apathy by Helix or Fed Express, that rush 2-day delivery will most likely arrive after our usual 5-7 day ground shipping. Not including delays due to weather, flocks of migratory birds or butterflies, the occasional person tying helium balloons to a lounge chair and infiltrating airspace whether occupied by aircraft or not and any other lame excuse we can concoct."
Helix DNA Kit Qty 1 $80.00
MealPlanner by DNAFit Qty 1 $119.99
Subtotal $199.99
FedEx 2-day Shipping $13.67
Tax $ 0.00
Total $213.66
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend


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Cookies and Lemonade was on fire this week. To my left K. Rich wouldn't let up on the artists as it took alot to rouse him to the party. Then to my right, the artist's biggest hater, Sam became the love/hate panelist. But most importantly, we all know… "It's called Cookies and Lemonade, but sh*t ain't always sweet!" The artists brought vibes from the north, south, and even the east coast with a variation of Hip-Hop and R&B mixed in with our Tupac inspired rappers.
Cookies and Lemonade is geared to give musicians and artists the chance to hear real time feedback on their music while also giving our Patchwerk & IdOMUSIC audience a chance to discover new music, but remember! It's called Cookies and Lemonade but it ain't always sweet! Tell a friend to tell a friend to submit music!
This weeks collection of songs included a lot of musically challenged artists, however most couldn't seem to get the production mixed down properly to keep the audience on go! Amongst our 12 artists, we had Isiah Bin Laden come through with his smash hit single "Do It To Ya." Isiah came with this hard club banger representing Jackson, Mississippi bringing crazy energy with his delivery.
Moving right along to highlight our D.N.A. (Dope New Artist) of the Week, Childish Major known from his accreditation on J. Cole's "4 Your Eyez Only" and many more. During the summer of 2017, Childish released his debut as an artist titled "Woo$ah" which has been climbing the charts on various platforms. Be sure to check out his "Woo$ah" on all streaming platforms.
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Modern styling and "made in Italy" design for this waste bin completely structured in metal and covered in High Tech fabric. The possibility of personalizing both the colour of the metal and the choice of fabric pattern will render this bin suitable to harmonize with any surroundings. This is our waste bin design.
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Changeable weather conditions offer a serious challenge to glove-makers. Can a motorcyclist's hands be warm and dry when heading out in 45-degree fog yet not be sweaty when returning home in 70-degree sunshine? I hoped that Alpinestars' WR-V Gore-Tex Gloves would answer this question with a resounding "yes."
Typically, textile gloves offer some advantages over their leather counterparts that make riders willing to accept compromises in safety—whether it's light weight, breathability or better dexterity. Sorry to say, then, that I did not find these advantages in the WR-Vs. Their insulated velour lining simply makes them too cumbersome, though on a positive note the lining did not try to turn inside-out as on many similar gloves.
The WR-Vs do, however, provide more crash protection than typical textile gloves. There's padding across the knuckles and the tops of the fingers, plus a synthetic overlay on the palm that extends up the outside of the hand to resist abrasion.
These gloves also are effectively waterproof. Drizzle and light rain were no match for them, as there was no sign of water leaking or collecting anywhere. I soon noticed Jack Frost nipping at my fingertips on chilly mornings, however, and I often found my hands un- comfortably warm on the way home.
Alpinestars' WR-V gloves certainly have a sweet spot in terms of temperature. For long, wet rides with temps in the 50s or 60s, these mitts would excel. But outside that temperature range, they're either too cold or too warm.
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Verdict: 3 out of 5 stars.
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Last week I went into American Apparel to buy another leotard and to my delight all of their vintage eye wear was 50% off. Most of the shades were ironic (barf) or 80s but I came across these beauties and knew I had to have them. I have a fondness for tortoise shell and these appear to be the god-mother to the Spring '10 Linda Farrow for Alexander Wang sunglasses shown here. How could I resist?
I love leather gloves and plastic black kitty cats. I wonder if any one else has this much fun in CVS.


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Finding Her Healthy Self
Eugenia, a 47 year old working mother of 3, had spent over 10 years taking care of others. Always being there for her ailing mother and grandparents and the stress that accompanied that kind of responsibility meant much of the time she was neglecting her own needs and not taking care of herself. At 5'4" tall and 275 pounds, Eugenia's health began to suffer. "My blood pressure was way too high and I was having constant headaches," she says.
One day at church, Eugenia got a bit of a wake-up call. "I saw a few people walking by who weren't much older than I was and weren't much bigger than I was, but they needed a cane just to be able to walk. Right then I thought, 'I can't do this anymore. I want to get this weight off before I'm 50. I talked it over with my husband and he was a great support - he wanted to help me succeed with this goal.'"
Getting Started
Soon after her revelation, Eugenia received a letter about Kaiser's Medical Weight Management program in the mail and decided, "This is something I need to do for myself." She started the weight loss program in Oakland, CA, in January 2008 and at first she wasn't quite sure about the liquid diet phase of the program. "After 3 days, my stomach was growling, but I stuck with it and lost almost 10 pounds that first week."
By the third week, Eugenia knew she could do it. Blending ice and adding flavorings to her shakes made them more refreshing and the vitamin supplements she took helped her feel healthy and energized. She also added time for exercise by making the most of her breaks at work and incorporating exercise walks every chance she got.
Eugenia's favorite part of the program was her support group. She says, "All of us did really well and we supported each other." Eugenia laughs, "We decided that we didn't want to be called a 'weight loss group' because we didn't want to find that weight again. We called ourselves a 'weight release group!'"
Adding Meals, Losing More Weight
At week 17, Eugenia and her "release group" entered the transition phase, where meals were slowly added in. Eugenia recalls, "It was scary for me, because I wanted to continue to lose weight fast." Still, she couldn't wait to eat some fresh fruits and vegetables. She remembers, "I had this apple and I was in heaven. Everything tasted so good." During this phase her weight loss continued at a steady pace - 2 to 3 pounds per week.
Now at 180 pounds, Eugenia is in the maintenance phase of the program, but she's still losing weight, with the goal of dropping another 45 pounds. She is extremely appreciative of the support she's received from her husband and the weight loss group members.
Already she's reaping the rewards of her 92-pound loss. "My blood pressure is stable at a more normal level and I no longer need to take medication to manage it. I rode on a plane recently and was pleasantly surprised by all the room I had. Another little person could have sat by me!"
Eugenia has become an advocate for the program, sharing her results and inspiring other weight loss group participants. "I brought a 'before' picture of myself to one recent meeting, and people had to ask, 'Which one is you?' With the medical supervision and group support, this is a program I think can work for almost anyone who is serious about improving their health. I hope when someone sees this story, they think, 'I can do this too!'"
Note: Individual results may vary, and this patient's results are not typical. Average weight loss in the Medical Weight Management Program is 46.6 pounds. Attend a free information session to learn more about the program.


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ConvergeSouth first looks
The third annual ConvergeSouth, it's been a long week for me. I haven't worked on this conference as much as the last couple years but we've finished Jason Calacanis' keynote.
Now we're looking listening to Dan Conover, Will Bunch, and Joe Killian on old media to new media.
I know that there are some friends that are wondering about Jason and Mahalo. Sorry guys, but from what I can tell, Jason's pretty down-to-earth. His blog doesn't reflect his personality IRL. I will say that he did throw some interesting attitudes at how to start a business and how much effort it takes (it takes the same effort for the moon shot business goal than the small business so if you're interested, take the moon shot goal).
Most of the conversation was about his background, and how to go towards business models. I think that's something that most entrepeneurs need to know if they didn't before. And for the young people that are interested in doing something…. GO DO IT. Funny how I've also had many people that have told me that they would love to be this or that, but they have no experience and they're hard working. It's all about what you do in life, not what you can do. Take the leap.
In any case, I'll probably throw out some more thoughts on this throughout the day while I digest the thought processes going through the audience in the third annual ConvergeSouth.


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Giving: Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Are my gifts tax-deductible?
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Q. What percentage of my gift goes directly to the missionary or project?
A. Eighty-nine percent. The other 11 percent is used to offset the administrative costs for the mission.
Q. How are Encompass missionaries paid?
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Just checking in to say there is progress, however slow, on construction of
my new studio.
Besides battling the intemperate winter weather here,
we've been bearing the brunt of delivery delays all along the line.
Construction has already taken twice as long as predicted,
and we still have a ways to go.
My son is building his latest huge tall commercial building in Boston,
and it seems my small enterprise will take almost as long (only half joking).
But I'm finally able to get a sense of the space and atmosphere
that will soon be a reality.
Now that the scaffolding is removed from all but a short side section,
here's the front wall in the late afternoon wintry sun
after the rainstorm passed through.