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So the new season is almost upon us – and the excitement is building. The Seasiders had scheduled two friendlies for the final weekend of pre-season. I'd have to be mental to consider fitting in both of those on the weekend the fanzine was due at the printers, wouldn't I…?
I drove up to The Fylde Coast on Friday evening. I got my tunes on and followed Waze's directions up to Penkridge before joining the M6 in the 50MPH zone. Now I've finally figured out that Siri doesn't listen to me when Waze (my sat nav app) is running (a jealousy thing?) and this can lead to problems when my music malfunctions. This happened today when my music failed to come back on after a traffic update – and I was forced to switch back to the radio. Happily Radio Stoke were playing chart hits from 1985 so I sang along to Madonna. But let me interrupt you again with a traffic update rant. Not only are the interruptions irritating but the traffic they refer to is NEVER anywhere near the route I'm taking. More often than not, I get updated on traffic news from somewhere I was a good hour previously. And on what planet is Hinckley on my route to Blackpool? Plus I'm not sure I'd even want to know if there were jams ahead of me on my actual route. I'd much rather spend the time singing my head off, oblivious to any forthcoming problems. Because who wants to waste time dreading problems ahead? Not me.
I arrived in good time tonight – the journey taking just over two hours – and spent a relaxing evening collating content for the new Blackpool FC fanzine ('Now That's What I Call Progress') and allocating pages to content. With a late rush on advertising, there was some juggling to be done to tighten up the content and I had to be ruthless and cut out a couple of contributions. The result is a fanzine packed to the rafters with quality content and I'm pretty chuffed with it.
On Saturday morning, ahead of Blackpool's home friendly against Blackburn Rovers, I headed to one of my three Pubs of Choice for pre-match sustenance. You know I'm a big fan of fine ale and the best Blackpool has to offer can be found in abundance at Brew Room, No.10 Alehouse and Bloomfield Brewhouse. Coincidentally(!) these are exactly the sales outlets I have chosen for the fanzine, so if you visit any of these fine hostelries from next Saturday morning (well Friday night, traffic permitting), you'll be able to purchase a copy of the fanzine to enjoy over your pint. Today I was visiting Brew Room, where I enjoyed the lush Cross Bay Two Four, a brown ale with pecan and maple syrup. I'm quite the fan of the produce of this Morecambe microbrewery and am pleased to find them across the Fylde Coast, which was once an ale desert – but no more!
I settled down on a sofa in Brew Room and pulled out my laptop to recommence work on the fanzine. However I didn't get very far before I was joined by Jonathan, a Seasider friend I had not seen for a number of years. We chatted at length and I learned that he had BFC memorabilia dating back to the turn of the century. I hope to feature some of this in a future issue of the fanzine as I'm sure Seasiders would be interested to have a glimpse into the club's history.
The walk down to Bloomfield Road was WET. I didn't bring my coat but was nonetheless prepared by dint of the weather station in my handbag, which equips me for every weather eventuality. There's a hat for when it's windy, my Maui Jim sunglasses for when it's sunny – and a brolly for days like today. Up it went and off I went.
Now Lee had been in charge of match tickets today (it's refreshing not to have to do everything myself) and had upgraded us to hospitality. I made my way round to the main entrance, vigorously shaking my brolly in an attempt to dry it off (I couldn't very well leave it open in the boardroom to dry!), smiling at the programme seller and rummaging in my handbag for my match ticket to show to the beefcake on the door to the main entrance. After a bag check, I was pointed in the direction of the lift that would take me up to the Matthews Suite. I stopped briefly to say hello to Martin Booker, who had returned to the club this week as Business Development Director. I remember Martin from the late 90s so that was a blast from the past. It's so great to see everyone coming back to the club now. These are special times indeed.
In hospitality I chatted with Francis from BST (another I have known since the 90s) and Steve from Leyland & Chorley Seasiders, who was telling me all about the forthcoming 50th anniversary of that supporters group. Then it was time to locate Lee (who I had only seen in passing when he poked his camera in my face) and my seat for the afternoon's proceedings.
I don't mind a bit of hospitality on occasion. Indeed for the past two-and-a-half years I've enjoyed it at every ground whilst working for Chasetown FC. The best bit about it for me (apart from the food, obvs, which frankly was of mixed quality) is the shelter from the weather – particularly pertinent on a wet day like today. Lee expressed his concern for groundsman Harry as the players emerged on his pristine (but now very wet) pitch. I felt his pain, as I often had it in the ear from the Chase groundsman, Bob, insisting I ask the visiting players to do their heavy warm-up work off his precious pitch. We enjoyed a great view of the match from the balcony above the West Stand and remained dry and cosy on the back row.
Having not eaten since a banana and yoghurt at breakfast, I was interested to see what food was on offer at half time. We weren't expecting a meal to be included with our £12 ticket but there had to be some sort of food offering, surely? I was pointed in the direction of a pie counter and eagerly ordered a meat and potato pie (if you haven't already noticed, my diet goes out of the window EVERY matchday). However I was told I had to go to the bar to order a token to allow me access to the pies. This seemed a bit of an unnecessary faff but I complied because I had little choice. I got my pie eventually, before remembering I'm not a big fan of pies, apart from the Pukka Chicken Balti pies you can get at Bescot, etc. I like moist food, you see, and the crust on this pie was too hard for me. It has been suggested that I might take a flask of gravy to matches and that's not a bad shout. This of course necessitates me learning how to make gravy, which is another challenge in itself. I'll get on it though, because it is important. Anyway I had a Snickers for pudding and they never disappoint.
It's always a bit of an odd, detached matchday atmosphere in hospitality. There wasn't a crowd today either, with only the West Stand open to home fans, so we could only really see the away fans in the East. Rovers were value for their 2-0 win but Blackpool didn't look bad either. The pitch was the star of the show, though, looking quite stunning. You can tell it's getting a lot of love.
While I was drying off after the match, I caught up on Friday night's Corrie over a takeaway from Lee Raj. I completely overfaced myself purely to meet the £20 criteria for the minimum order but managed to heartily enjoy the Chicken Chaat Puree starter with Coconut Rice, before having a token taste of the Mono Hari and Butter Bean Masala I had also ordered. Now it was time to get back to work on editing the fanzine, which I did for five hours (I know how to rock a Saturday night). I hope you enjoy it, dear reader, as a lot of love has gone into this first issue.
On Sunday morning I referred back to my fanzine layout spreadsheet to see what I had left to do: proofreading, headers and footers, resizing and converting to PDF. This took me until 1pm – perfect timing, as I now had to head off to another match, this time at the other/wrong end of the M55, where the Seasiders were taking on Longridge Town in a 2pm kick off.
Now I do like to research where to park before setting off anywhere (parking not being my strong point) and had earmarked on Google Maps a car park in the centre of Longridge that looked to fit the bill. The aerial image of Longridge Town's ground looked like a bombsite and any parking facilities there weren't apparent. However, in my haste to set off, I was unable to get Waze to compute where this car park was, so I decided to head straight for the ground and hope for the best. I fuelled up and headed down the M55.
Much as I love motorway driving, I know that I need to practice general road driving (yes, and parking) so I'm not averse to hitting and hoping where Waze is concerned. I'll go wherever the woman tells me to go (except off the M6 when I'm already on it), irrespective of whether it's country lanes or whatever. It's good practice for me. When I came off the motorway I followed her lead and soon took the turning for Longridge Town FC, where I was delighted to see plenty of roadside parking. Yippee!
My matchday experience was taking a new turn today, as I had agreed to provide Lee with video coverage of the event for his YouTube channel. You can see how THAT turned out at the link below. Do bear in mind this was my first attempt and I will take constructive feedback into improving future coverage.
As I mention in the video, I'm not sure why there was a man with a cigarette up his nose (not lit, I hasten to add), but it is one of those things that you see at non league football grounds (in Preston).
As I undertook my customary circuit of the ground (filming as I went), I was greeted by two passing Seasiders:
'Bloody hell Jane – you've not come all the way from Walsall just for this match, have you?!'
'Of course not – I stayed overnight in Blackpool. I'm not mental!'
As I walked off, I pondered the times I thought nothing of travelling solo to Liverpool Airport to catch a flight to Riga for pre-season friendlies and surmised that, yes, I was of course mental. I've slept on train stations after matches I couldn't get home from. I've set off for matches when revellers are still out on the town from the night before. I've (regularly) got in from matches at 4am. I've spent a week on the Isle of Man because Blackpool were playing friendlies over there. It's what I do. I lost track of who I was these last few years. But that is exactly the sort of thing I do.
I learned that Longridge Town were entering the FA Cup for the first time this season as they face Barnoldswick Town in the Extra Preliminary Round on 10th August. Having been involved in the early rounds of the FA Cup with Chasetown the last few years, it has helped me rediscover the magic of the competition. It is really important to non league clubs in terms of prize money (even more so since this doubled last season). It also injects excitement into the start of the season, with the competition starting so early in the campaign. It really is a special competition. I hope that Blackpool can begin to enjoy the competition again as we enter the new era. How amazing would it be if we could win it again? After all, we've seen in recent years just what can be achieved with strength of belief. Besides, its been prophesied in a Nolans song:
'We won the cup in 53, we'll do the same again.'
I was thrilled to see three non-league dogs at the match today. It could have been four, as a Seasider I was chatting to had left his in his car, wrongly assuming his dog wouldn't be allowed in. I was never such a fan of dogs until I found them in non league football (check out @nonleaguedogs on Twitter) and they began to form an important part of the matchday experience for me. I even started a column in the Chase match programme called 'Canine Corner', where I interviewed non league dogs that I encountered on my travels.
The food at Longridge Town was typically random. I have made it my mission to actively review food at away matches this season – and was left with little choice today as I had been so absorbed in the zine this morning that I'd forgotten to eat (I have lost half a stone since rediscovering BFC and writing obsessively). I found the tea bar and was faced with this menu:
I made enquiries about food, only to be told by the woman in the tea bar that she couldn't be trusted with anything other than soup, so she directed me to the clubhouse, where actual food could be found. The queue here was three deep so I snooped around with my camera while I waited for the bar to clear. The hot food here consisted of meat and potato pies, so I ordered one of those as well as a bag of sweets (random penny sweets) for pudding. Much as I consider campaigning for healthy food at football grounds, I do think they should all sell bags of sweets. I got halfway through the pie (tastier than the one I had at Bloomfield Road yesterday) before I looked at its contents and wished I hadn't. I was heckled by the visiting Blackpool faithful for my food choice and did point out that it wasn't as if there was salad on the menu. Just as I was finishing (leaving half of) my pie, my eyes were drawn (away from it) towards the condiments table by the tea bar. As well as the usual milk, sugar and spoons, there was an extra treat (and a wonderful non league quirk: a Tupperware container of biscuits. Dear reader, I was so excited, I immediately discarded my pie and raced over to help myself to a Bourbon cream. Lunch had just got a whole lot better!
As is probably clear from the video, I do need to start paying more attention to the match action, hence I will start arriving at grounds much earlier to conduct my research of the facilities.
I almost forgot to review the toilets for @nonleaguetoilet but nipped in on my way out. The Ladies cubicle was locked but there was an adjacent portaloo, which was very well provisioned with paper, soap, towel, water (one tap only, as I'm coming to expect) as well as a mystery gold object that I was unable to identify. Any ideas?
The drive home was very slow owing to the persistent rain and took an hour longer than it ought to have. To add to my frustration, my music was playing up again. I'd put my Driving playlist on, but the songs weren't shuffling, so I was being forced to listen to Gregorian chant after Gregorian chant. Just to explain the Gregorian chant thing (I feel I need to), this is the soundtrack to a pre-season tour of Latvia, when I was dining in Rozengrãls, a medieval restaurant in Riga, with my friend Ian (formerly Bedford Seasider, now residing in Kings Meaburn). Over dinner we heard an interesting cover version of 'Losing My Religion' in a Gregorian chant stylee. We rather liked it and, after some research when returning home, we discovered the (British) band Gregorian, who have released several albums of similar covers. And it was this I was listening to in my car today. But it didn't make for particularly uplifting driving music. I tried the radio but it was rubbish. When stationary I did manage to at least get the playlist back to 'A' and was accompanied the rest of the way home by ABBA, Adam and the Ants and Adelitas Way. That was better.
Back home, I made one final tweak to the fanzine before pinging it off to the printers. Can I have a relaxing week now? Can I 'eck! Now to get to work on an online/subscription service for the fanzine while my fingers are well and truly crossed that the printers don't f*** up after all the hard work that has gone into this publication. Football and writing have well and truly got under my skin and there's no escaping this time. And I bloody love it! Roll on the start of the season and fanzine launch day on Saturday. UTMP.


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Foreign currency trading is one of the most popular ways of earning extra money and using the savings in a proactive and lucrative way. However, it isn't easy and it's not something that can be done without understanding the industry and the rules behind it.
That's why traders need to hire the services of a professional broker to guide them through the process and make the most beneficial trading calls for them. Choosing the right broker is therefore the first step toward the career in foreign exchange trading.
Keeping up with regulations
Forex trading is a highly regulated field of work. It's governed by complex and often changing laws and in order to practice it, you need to keep up with these regulations and to abide by them. This is further complicated by the fact the foreign currencies also depend on the laws and regulations in other countries.
When choosing a forex broker you need to make sure that they are working in accordance with the regulations. This should be done with an assistance of an attorney, but it's also fine to ask around and look for references from former clients.
Trade execution
Timing is an essential part of forex trading. The value of a foreign currency can go down or up in instant, and this is the time to act in order to get the best deal. The broker you chose needs to be able to execute a trade in such a manner that will be the most advantageous for their client.
Brokers who are market makers are able to work on your schedule and to react quickly when that's needed. Those who pass the order through interbank system tend to work more slowly and that's something to consider when making the choice.
Data security
All the transactions in forex trading are transmitted online. This is very convenient because it allows the traders to get into the business without a need for any infrastructure. Trading, or at least the control of it, can be done from your home.
This can also be a challenge because there's always a risk of data breach. The broker you decide on should do all they can to protect your data, especially as it relates to your finances and your personal information.
Transaction costs
Every business comes with hidden costs that can take their toll when they add up on the bottom line. This is also the case for foreign currency trading. Transaction costs are applied to every trade you make and the amount can prove to be significant once all the other costs add up as well.
There are two ways to pay transaction costs. Some brokers charge a fixed amount on every transaction, while others take a percentage of your profit. It's important to agree on this beforehand because it may come as a surprise to inexperienced traders. It often happens that better brokers charge more and this is simply a cost of doing business.
Deposits and withdrawals
This feature shouldn't be that complicated, although some brokers choose to make it so and they are the ones you should avoid if you can. Traders want to be able to deposit funds into their account at any time, but also to withdraw it with similar ease. Some brokers have a waiting period before you can withdraw the funds. There's no excuse for this because it can only mean that they are using the client's funds for purposes other than trading.
It's something that's really easy to fix. Before choosing a broker, just ask how fast you can withdraw the funds and if there's a delay – look for a different broker.
Customer services
Foreign exchange trading happens 24/7 in all time zones. This means that customer services should also be available at all times and be easy to reach. Every broker offers this service but not all of them are able to actually keep their word on the matter. It's best to test the quality of the service before making a call.
The availability of the service isn't the only thing to worry about; you should also find a customer service that allows you to speak to an actual human as soon as you can, instead of wasting time on frustrating auto attendants.
Currency pairs
Almost all currencies are available for trading, but not all get the same attention. There are usually a few pairs that every broker offers, such as trading in US dollars, EURO, CHF and Japanese yen. Choosing the broker depends on the currency you plan to trade in.
If you plan to trade in some lesser-known currencies, there are brokers who can accommodate that as well, but they usually have larger markups and fees.
Choosing a broker is a big decision. Before traders make one, they need to know how they plan to trade and with what purpose.

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"With Plenty of Plaintiffs, Lawyers Flood the Courts Over Marriott's Massive Breach," The National Law Journal
Cohen Milstein Among First Firms to File Action in Response to the Marriott Data Breach.
Lawyers have moved to coordinate suits into multidistrict litigation and questioned an arbitration clause in Marriott's free internet monitoring program offered to its customers.
Lawyers rushed to bring about a dozen class actions over Marriott's data breach—and with about 500 million people potentially impacted, they didn't have to go far to find a plaintiff.
"There are so many people that have been potentially compromised, which means basically people could trip over a plaintiff if they just walk outside," said Amy Keller, who filed one the lawsuits. Marriott announced Nov. 30 that hackers breached the reservations program of its Starwood properties, which include W Hotels and the Westin Hotels & Resorts.
Keller's Chicago firm, DiCello Levitt & Casey, partnered in its case with Washington, D.C.-based Cohen, Milstein, Sellers & Toll and Hausfeld. That team brought a motion Monday to coordinate all the Marriott consumer cases into multidistrict litigation.
Keller said she expected hundreds of lawsuits against Marriott, which the suits allege failed to protect the personal information of its guests for four years. The suits also challenge Marriott's response to the breach, both in delaying its announcement by several months and offering a free internet monitoring service for one year that they consider insufficient.
The complete article can be accessed here.


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The House of the Dead Overkill, a prequel to the original House of the Dead game, has lefted a good mark in the SEGA gaming community with it's high counts of F-Bombs and grind house film style. First released on the Nintendo Wii and upgraded in HD for the the Playstation 3 system now comes the hardcore mobile game that you've been waiting for….. Developed by Magic Pocket games, a independent gaming studio from Paris, comes The House of the Dead Overkill: The Lost Reels! Hit the motha f***kin jump for more Continue reading
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The House of the Dead Overkill: The Lost Reels is now available on the App Stores and Google Play
Are you ready to kill some motherf***in' mutants?
Hitting the App Store and Google Play today for $4.99 is the mobile port of SEGA's The House of the Dead: Overkill, dubbed "The Lost Reels". Via the App Store & Google Play description comes a slew of features:
▪ Experience 3 goregasmic worlds full of carnage in Story Mode.
▪ In Papa's Palace of Pain, Ballistic Trauma, and Naked Terror, you'll be screaming 'til your last breath.
▪ Enjoy non-stop shooting action as you blow apart mutants for high-score thrills.
▪ See how long you can hold off the swarms of undead in Survival Mode.
▪ Isaac Washington: a hard-drinking ladies' man who deals damage in droves.
▪ Agent G: an inexperienced but deadly assassin who keeps a steady hand under pressure.
▪ Varla Guns: the hottest stripper on the Bayou City club scene who enjoys the largest clip.
▪ Candi Stryper: an expert with her hands who knows how to reload.
▪ Obliterate mutants with one of three control mechanisms optimized for your mobile device – Accelerometer, Virtual Pad and Frenzy Tap (unlockable)
▪ Destroy mutants to earn Ka$h, the in-game currency, and upgrade your pistol to something that really blasts through flesh.
▪ Enhance your killing prowess with combo extenders, reload boosters, and other game-changing upgrades.
But that's not all! The game also features some super sweet bits of SEGA fan service. Want to know the details? Hit the link for our impressions at SEGABits and stay tuned to SEGAbits and The Website of the Dead for our reviews.
Issac's Back Baby! The House of the Dead Overkill: The Lost Reels heading to IOS & Android phones
At a press event at GDC, Sega revealed House of the Dead Overkill: The Lost Reels, a mobile version of its popular light-gun shooter franchise. The game will maintain the same classic grindhouse horror movie feel as it's console counterparts with a few new additional changes such as repurposing levels, characters and the ability to tap to shoot. There has been no announcements on the release date so far since the reveal. Hit the jump for images of the game to fill your GOREGASM! Continue reading


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My first attempt at tarts...the crust is a little thick, and I made too much batter...but they are DeeeLICIOUS!
Plus a few treats for Santa
Friday, December 24, 2010
Butter Tarts and cookies for the guy in the Red Hat
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Mmmmm, butter tarts are my FAVORITE!! :) Merry Christmas Shannon!!ReplyDelete
Um, YUM!!!! I loves me some no-bake cookies. Soooo good! What is the filling on the butter tarts? It looks like something I need to stay far, far away from (lest I add it to the holiday poundage I have already ingested)....ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 27, 2010 at 7:13 PM
Yum! Looks delish!ReplyDelete
I should have taken a photo of one broken open...so you could almost taste the oooey gooey goodness....ReplyDelete
The filling was raisins, brown sugar and corn oil...
I think I ate 10 of them - at least
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Leicester maintained their hopes of a 14th consecutive appearance in the end-of-season play-offs with a 33-18 win over Harlequins in the Aviva Premiership at Welford Road.
Australia international Matt Toomua's first-half accuracy with the boot put the Tigers ahead at the break before he inspired the home side to a second-half comeback.
He scored a try of his own and made another as the hosts got their stuttering season back on track with three second-half tries.
With under three minutes gone, Quins took advantage of a knock-on in the middle of the park and Aaron Morris broke clear before releasing a perfectly-timed pass to Alofa Alofa to go over in the corner.
The Tigers were sparked into life by a break from prop Greg Bateman and they took an early opportunity to cut the lead with Toomua slotting over a penalty having missed an earlier effort.
A second penalty for Toomua after the visitors were adjudged to have strayed offside gave the home side the lead for the first time, though Marcus Smith put Harlequins back in front 8-6 just after the half-hour.
With half-time seconds away, Quins were dealt a double blow as Smith was yellow-carded for offside right on their own line and from the resulting penalty Toomua put the home side 9-8 in front at the break.
The game opened up after the interval as both teams went in search of the win which would keep them within touch of the play-off places and it was the visitors that moved back ahead.
Luke Wallace found space out wide to force his way over the line to give Harlequins a 13-9 lead.
Tigers pushed back once again, piling on the pressure deep in the Quins half and it was Toomua that made the break, spotting a gap in the centre of the park to go over before adding the conversion.
With the Quins rocking, the Tigers hit them with a second try moments later as Toomua was again involved with a cross-kick that bounced nicely for Sione Kalamafoni to race onto.
Second row Graham Kitchener was the beneficiary as he rumbled over from the following phase to put Leicester ahead 23-13.
Harlequins fought back with a catch and drive for the line as Charlie Matthews ensured a tight finish, cutting the deficit to five points with Smith missing his third conversion.
Toomua's penalty with four minutes remaining sealed the win and they added gloss to the score in injury time as Adam Thompstone intercepted to go over unchallenged.
Fly-half Toomua added the conversion with the final kick of the game to move Tigers up to seventh in the league.


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The Opus remount is well underway, and I feel lucky to have been a part of it, if only for a short time. The Washington Stage Guild remained upbeat and positive regarding my "desertion" to the previous commitment at Olney Theatre. The show will continue for another several weeks with our esteemed director playing the role I so enjoyed. I look forward to returning to see how the Lazara Quartet changes with its newest member (at right).
I have to confess to a bit of an ego boost when this little item was circulated to the press, as if my leaving the show was really all that newsworthy.
I can't help feeling a depression about leaving a role I love before the show closes. Couldn't be helped, really, and I have high hopes that I will be returning to the esteemed Stage Guild soon and often.
For now, though, attention must be turned to "Of Mice and Men" at Olney. A full week of rehearsal has passed, and truth be told, I already feel quite behind. The other cast members have clearly been hard at work in their off hours, and I, to put it bluntly, have not. So, many scenes find actors coming off the page for large sections of the text, while my dialogue remains firmly in my handheld script. I don't have all that much dialogue to begin with, so the fact that I don't know a single word of it is a bit embarrassing.
Time to hit the books for real. Steinbeck, ready or not, here I come.


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From smartphones to tablets – technology is not only changing how businesses communicate, connect and discover, it is disrupting entire industries.
The construction industry is by no means isolated from this revolution. Early adopters are investing now in more innovative mobile solutions to outperform their peers and become more efficient in every way. The mobile mega-trend is driving business innovation at a rapid pace as more and more construction businesses are reaping the rewards every day – don't get left behind!
Thinking strategically about an approach to on-site estimate and invoice management is one element of this shift. It is no longer necessary to be tied to a desk in order to carry out administrative or back-office tasks. A Site Manager can be onsite responding to emails, checking in on the latest project updates and creating customer estimates and invoices on the spot.
Mobile invoicing specifically is a small step that goes a long way in helping businesses to increase efficiency, reduce payment errors and drastically improve their cashflow.
What is mobile invoicing all about, and what are the fundamental benefits for those in the construction industry?
1. Create invoices, estimates and sales orders from the construction site
Mobile invoicing solutions transform mobile devices into powerful business management tools, increasing the efficiency of teams in the field enabling them to effectively take their office with them, wherever they go.
2. Instant billing and faster payment
Unsurprisingly, the faster an invoice is sent, the quicker a business will receive payment. Mobile invoicing enables businesses to create and send an invoice the second the job is done, thus cutting out the need for the customer to wait days for this to (hopefully) turn up in the mail.
3. Cloud storage – one central location for all information that can be accessed on any device.
By storing all estimates and invoices in the cloud, every single document can be accessed and edited on a mobile device or computer whether staff are out in the field or back at the office.
Using a mobile platform also means that staff working onsite are able to input customer data directly into the invoicing software using their phone or tablet, and it will update everywhere.
4. Integration with accounting software
A mobile invoicing solution is great as a standalone but it also needs to work in sync with accounting software.
Thankfully, there are some great mobile invoicing solutions out there that integrate fully with major accounting platforms which eliminate the risk of double entries, enabling smoother and more accurate financial management.
5. Capture signatures
With touchscreen technology, clients can sign with a finger or stylus on a mobile device. This can be especially useful for receiving approval on an estimate or for businesses who need to add a signature to an invoice before sending to the client for payment. Signature capture on mobile devices can also be cloud-stored securely with the signed document.
6. Attach photos easily to show proof of work
Showing proof of work is a common requirement for construction pros. Using a mobile invoicing app, means businesses can easily attach before and after photos to estimates and invoices without the need to be switching between devices or sending photos as separate attachments.
7. Big cost savings
By cutting out manual payment processes, and speeding up the payment cycle, businesses are realizing big cost savings. A 2012 global e-invoicing study stated that 56 percent of businesses experience a reduced cost of invoice processing when using more sophisticated technology in comparison to using more rudimentary processes.
Cloud-computing and mobile technology are transforming construction, period.
When it comes to accounting technology, it's not a question of 'if' businesses in the sector will adopt, but 'when'. The forward thinking-companies who adopt these new ways of financial management will be the ones who get ahead.
Photo credit: © TommL, istockphoto.com
About the Author
Paul Hoeper is CEO and Founder of InvoiceASAP, the first fully integrated mobile invoicing and payments platform. He is an industry expert in mobile commerce and business software solutions.


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Tent Rocks Canyon Climber's Log
Stu Brandel - Jun 12, 2016 8:59 pm Date Climbed: Jun 11, 2016Special Place
This was much more than a 'see the funny looking rocks' place. Unique and beautiful.
Liba Kopeckova - Jan 29, 2013 7:09 pmmany visits, great memories
It was another frequent destination for me and my son. We used to go there when it was not developed, no signs, no fees, dogs free. It changed a lot over the years, and now so many regulations and crowds on weekends.
mountaingazelle - May 10, 2012 1:09 pm Date Climbed: May 8, 2012Tent Rocks
Hiked through the slot canyon and overlook and then did the cave loop. I recommend seeing these unique rock formations.
asaking11 - Oct 22, 2009 12:33 amAwesome place
I've hiked through here quite a while ago with my family. Beautiful area.
dandrew - May 10, 2009 10:56 pm Date Climbed: Nov 23, 2008Fun hike...cool slot!
We discovered this gem of a park upon the recommendation of a coworker. My 1.5 year old especially loved it and made it to the top of the mesa top largely on his own. By the time we started down, however, he was a goner and slept in our arms until we made it back to car. The narrow/slot sections of the hike were very cool.
Sarah Simon - Dec 1, 2008 10:43 am Date Climbed: Nov 30, 2008Really loved this place
We spent a spectacular, warm, sunny day here before driving back to the snow in Colorado. We loved the slot canyon, the overlook, the hoodos...all of it. What a wonderful little surprise tucked into the New Mexico scrub.
davebobk47 - Nov 11, 2008 11:10 pm Date Climbed: Nov 11, 2008WOW
What a great hike. Excellent rock formations and a fun easy slot canyon all near ABQ and Santa Fe. If you have the chance, GO. Did the canyon to the top of the mesa, back down, then around the cave loop trail.
StumblingBear - May 20, 2008 10:35 am Date Climbed: Apr 14, 1990A Tradition
We joined friends here on Easter Sunday, something they had done for years, since then have made several trips there just for fun.
CheesySciFi - Nov 17, 2007 10:00 am Date Climbed: Jul 12, 2002Two visits to Tent Rocks
In 2002, I wanted to climb Jicarita Peak, but it was't going to work out. I just had to climb something before I left New Mexico, so I hiked to the top of the Mesa via the Canyon Trail. Tent Rocks was well worth the second visit in 2005.
forjan - Nov 13, 2007 12:59 pm Date Climbed: Oct 14, 2007Canyon Trail
Hiked the Canyon Trail to the top of the mesa. Cool slot canyon.
MoapaPk - Nov 10, 2007 12:36 am Date Climbed: May 18, 1982ah yes
First date is a guess. Many, many times while in NM, with many variations. I took many good friends and relatives to the top of the mesa.
There was a faint trail off the opposite side of the mesa, which snaked back on the west side, then south of the main cliffs, making a pleasant loop hike.
I think this was just public land when I last went -- the national monument designation did not exist.
Bob Sihler - Nov 10, 2007 12:26 am Date Climbed: May 29, 2005Nice family outing
My wife and I took our then-8-month-old son out here one afternoon and the following morning to hike both trails in the area. The scenery here is beautiful, but the highlight was the nesting hummingbirds not far from the trailhead.
hans.schenk - Nov 3, 2007 11:29 amWith the Family
We hiked this together as a family in June 2006. It was a bit warm, but we had a great time! We didn't quite make it to the mesa top, but we did make it all the way through the slot. This is a great canyon, and although it is well known, it is still worth going to!! Did it again with my kids this past spring break.


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Juno Songwriters' Circle
Sunday, March 30, 2014 @ 12:00pm
Walker Theatre
Winnipeg, MB
JUNO Songwriters' Circle brings together some of todays' most talented Canadian singer-songwriters, sharing songs and stories on stage. Host Randy Bachman will lead the discussion, perform some of his hit songs and get up-close with audiences in this truly unique setting and not-to-be-missed event.
Performers: Randy Bachman, July Talk* (Peter Dreimanis and Leah Fay), Lee Harvey Osmond* (Tom Wilson/Blackie and the Rodeo Kings), Little Miss Higgins*, Matt Epp, Shad*, and The Sadies* (Dallas and Travis Good).
*Denotes a 2014 JUNO Award nominee


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Saturday, August 4, 2012
Dyllan Call
I first met Dyllan Call when I was working at Blindside in 2006. He was a skinny, 15-year-old kid who was quickly becoming one of Utah County's top all-terrain shredders. He skated everything with style and speed, and always had a smile on his face. Fast-forward to 2012: Dyllan is 21 now, he's 6'3" and grows a better beard than I ever will. He could easily be part of "Team Handsome" with that "other Dylan" and Alex Olson. He skates faster than ever, and has an ollie to rival Keith Hufnagel. What is more quintessential than a good ollie? When Call told me about a bump-to-bar spot, I imagined: a) more of a bump, and b) a lower bar. This thing has virtually no bump, a four-foot flat and waist-high bar. He landed the ollie pretty easily, and I was floored when he said he thought he could 180 it. A handful of tries later, he was rolling away with a big smile.
Dyllan Call - frontside 180
I shot this photo for the August issue of SLUG Magazine for the Photo Feature. You can view it and the rest of the issue here.
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Just now I'm messing about with a Cisco 1841 router with two ADSL cards in it (as outlined in an earlier post to this blog). I'll write in more detail about the IOS settings later, but meanwhile I'd appreciate some pointers if anyone has a suitable IOS config to share...
Sunday 19 December 2010
VOIP QoS on Dual-WAN ADSL Cisco 1841
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Monday 6 December 2010
Dual-WAN ADSL with Cisco 1841
I've got a second ADSL line now, so I've just started playing with bonding my two AAISP.net.uk lines together using a Cisco 1841 router with two ADSL cards. It works pretty nicely out of the box, but as ever, some small lurking matters have emerged...
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Wednesday 17 November 2010
Updating FreeBSD 7.3 to 8.1 on Soekris NET5501
Just a quick heads-up if you're updating a FreeBSD server with a serial console.
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Thursday 21 October 2010
Ubuntu 10.10 First Impressions
Tried out clean installs of Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick Meerkat) on two Dell Latitude D620 systems yesterday.
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Saturday 16 October 2010
Apple iPad first impressions
I finally got an iPad a few days ago. Generally, it's a very impressive device - as it should be for the price. Just some initial observations:
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Saturday 9 October 2010
Ubuntu Server virtualisation on Kimsufi hosting
After yesterday's false start with Citrix XenServer, today I'm switching to Ubuntu Server as my VM hosting platform.
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Virtualizing my Internet server
I'm about to start work on a new non-profit website using a content management system so that other people can help to edit the content. I'm hoping that a VMware-type approach will make this easier...
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Friday 8 October 2010
IPV6 on Ubuntu 8.04 server
In case anyone else is wondering why /etc/network/interfaces fails to configure a static IPV6 address on Ubuntu 8.04, here's the solution...
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Sunday 19 September 2010
IPV6 + Cisco 1841 ADSL + Monowall
Got this combination working today after a bit of a struggle...
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Saturday 18 September 2010
Wake-on-LAN workaround for Mac Snow Leopard
This article discusses Wake-on-Demand versus "classic" Wake-on-LAN on Mac Snow Leopard.
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Saturday 21 August 2010
Stopping random cut-and-paste errors
Recently I've kept finding random bits of text pasted in at random places in the documents I've been editing under Ubuntu Linux. Today I realised that my new laptop has a middle mouse button, which pastes the contents of the cut-and-paste buffer. Time to disable that middle mouse button...
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Wednesday 18 August 2010
Herefordshire in the sunshine
Took some photos at the weekend, on a short walk around Marcle Ridge in Herefordshire. I don't know why this part of the country is so empty, as it's lovely countryside to walk in. Photos below... Click for full-size images...
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Ubuntu Netbook Edition: Consumer-Friendly Linux
Just a quick note in praise of Ubuntu Linux 10.04 "Lucid Lynx" - more specifically their excellent Netbook edition - with a HOWTO for installing it on the problematic Dell C400 laptop.
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Friday 9 July 2010
iPhone 4 Frustrations on T-Mobile UK
Finally got my iPhone 4 (unlocked from Apple). Having sold my iPhone 3G to my sister (who is now using it on T-Mobile), I'd been reduced to using an appalling old Motorola, so I was keen to get going with the new phone, mainly because texting on the Motorola is pretty tedious. Only problem being lack of a Micro SIM....
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Thursday 3 June 2010
Ubuntu 10.04 LTS - First Impressions
I've been testing this release ("Lucid Lynx") on a Dell Precision M4400 laptop. Initial impressions very favourable. It boots quickly, even with full-disk encryption (via the Alternate Install CD): around 30 seconds to the login screen. Much quicker than MS Windows on the same hardware.
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Saturday 15 May 2010
Traverse Viking PCI ADSL card + MONOWALL
I now have one of these cards in a Soekris net5501, in a nice case supplied by Wim at kd85.com ...
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Thursday 13 May 2010
Askozia PBX 2.0: Fix for IAX trunk not working
I'm running a free Asterisk appliance image on a Soekris NET5501 low-power embedded computer. So far so good: it's simplicity itself to set up (just copy the image to a Compact Flash card and boot).
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Wednesday 12 May 2010
HOWTO: Install Ubuntu Linux via PXE Boot
Here's how to do a network-based installation of Ubuntu Linux, for machines without CDROM drives. It is very simple.
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Tuesday 11 May 2010
HOWTO: Install a Soekris server with PXE Boot
The Soekris NETxxxx boards can't boot from CDROM or USB, so installing an operating system requires PXE booting from the network, unless you want to prepare the hard disk or CF card in another machine first. Another challenge is that the Soekris boards only have a serial console, so you can't use an operating system that assumes a video display and keyboard. This article outlines your options.
You can use PXE Boot for a wide variety of purposes. My motivation on this occasion was to write a new image the CF card that my Soekris NET5501 AskoziaPBX Asterisk server boots from, without having to unbolt the server from the rack.
You can use PXE Boot for a wide variety of purposes. My motivation on this occasion was to write a new image the CF card that my Soekris NET5501 AskoziaPBX Asterisk server boots from, without having to unbolt the server from the rack.
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Monday 3 May 2010
No-NAT Firewalling with Monowall
Just a heads up for anyone tearing their hair out over this one.
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Wednesday 7 April 2010
Full Disk Encryption & PGP email for the Mac
As a security specialist, my own systems need to be secure, so it's my policy that most of my systems should employ full-disk encryption (FDE). The only exceptions are servers - since these won't restart after a power failure in they use FDE. I also want to be able to send PGP-encrypted emails, for example for business correspondence, or for bike club membership administration.
FDE provides protection in two ways. Firstly, if someone steals your computer, they don't get all your files (unless it was up and running with no screen lock password when they stole it). Secondly, if someone temporarily gains physical access to your computer, it's harder - although by no means impossible - for them to install a trojan to steal passwords or give them a remote shell.
FDE provides protection in two ways. Firstly, if someone steals your computer, they don't get all your files (unless it was up and running with no screen lock password when they stole it). Secondly, if someone temporarily gains physical access to your computer, it's harder - although by no means impossible - for them to install a trojan to steal passwords or give them a remote shell.
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| omanxl1 posted: " Digital Crate Digging Continues on this Fabulous Friday, it's going down in conjunction with Flashback Friday! Excuse us for being retro futuristic, it's also New Years Eve as we continue to believe we're going to make it; now check the celebrat"
We're broadcasting live from a remote outpost out off of I-20 in Atlanta!! We're bringing you poetry from Brotha O, plus funk, hip-hop, jazz, rock, disco, house and soul music that's conducive to getting our minds right!! Welcome aboard the mothership! Check us out and enjoy!!
Friday, December 31, 2021
Johnny M - Lost In The Groove | Deep House Set | DEM Radio Podcast
Deep House Mix | Rhythm Republic Club Sessions Vol. 4
The I-20 Chronicles (Pulling Up On 2022)
Once again it's on! check us out as we drop another episode of the I-20 Chronicles on the last Friday of 2021.
We're pulling up on 2022 acting like we knew, we refuse to come undone!
Showing gratitude of course, it's already a blessing to be here making this a Fabulous Friday!
We're ready to move on to the next, coming to peace with previous episodes / the aftermath reflected upon on this so called Flashback Friday!
New Year's Eve, what's up time's sleeve as we move on to the next? do you believe in magic or miracles?
Trying to achieve, check us out as we put it down like this, but Tina Turner said we didn't need any more heroes!
The clock stopped all zeros but time has come today per the Chambers Brothers! how will some cope? the vials of midnight? the doctor's prescription.Now tripping, the Brotha O-Dizzle mentioned flipping out, mirrored shadows blurred the description.. Of the apparition / familiar spirit, due to the information overload overwhelmed by it! soon we're reaching the threshold. Lost patience, now due to the opioid crisis the doctor lost another patient? maybe two so what it do? what will unfold?
Thursday, December 30, 2021
Classic 90's House Music Mix 2022 - Dj XS Old Skool House & Garage NYE Party Mixtape
Funky Disco house " COME to 2022 " Original Mix by Philgood 5336
| omanxl1 posted: " Digital Crate Digging Continues on a Thankful Thursday, you should know the science if you've been rolling with me. It's a blessing to be here, now we're ready to move on to the next but we're still dealing with the aftermath per Throwback Thurs"
On To The Next; But Dealing With The Aftermath (P...
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
Soulful Deep House Music DJ Mix by JaBig (DEEP & DOPE) & Pat Bedeau (BEDFUNK) Back-to-Back (B2B)
| omanxl1 posted: " Digital Crate Digging Continues as we proceed and continue with this HumpDay Extravaganza! I guess you can say we're caught up in it. The saga / struggle continues aka life goes on as the toil and strife goes on! I mentioned being on a Journey, "
The Workshop (Part Ten)
Check us out as we try to get this HumpDay Extravaganza underway, getting over the hump is how we'll play!
We're working it all out all up in the spot aka the workshop, dropping this good word plus the good music will play!
We're working it all out, getting the machine set as this concept comes to an end, but we'll still be handling the business at hand.
We're still getting busy in this workshop, using breakbeat science to rebuke the latest scheme / plot like the investigation of the Trump insurrection and other situations going down in this land!
Some will understand what I'm saying, but lies were floating like embers from the backwoods campfire.
What's the motive? the so called saint was sordid! with sinners in government, religion or even over in the hood he'll conspire. Even Bluey mentioned it with his Saints and Sinners track, now that's the devils workshop! their spirit? it's morbid, positivity dormant. We know how the sport will get, demerits were issued by the so called powers that be but to them, the naysayers? it's not important!
We know how the sport get, it's complex! in our workshop we developed "work arounds" like IT professionals in our workshop…
…that way we can deal with glitches in the matrix implemented by the architect as he works his scheme / plot!
We won't quit / stop, already knowing there always be something, even Matrix Resurrections!! Richard "Dimples" Fields mentioned "If It Ain't One Thing It's Another".
We're still putting this work in all up in the spot aka the workshop; getting over the hump is the business, what can you expect from a brotha?
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
Billy Mitchell Quintet featuring Thad Jones - Bossa Nova Ova
Oscar Sulley - Olufeme (Natural Self Remix)
| omanxl1 posted: " Digital Crate Digging Continues on a Terrible / Terrific Tuesday where things can go either way, but y'all should know how we do! We're claiming the terrific outcome now check us out as we pull out the drum, especially on this last Tuesday in 20"
On To The Next: But Dealing With The Aftermath (Pa...
Monday, December 27, 2021
Glitterbox Radio Show 247: 2021 Highlights Presented By Melvo Baptiste
| omanxl1 posted: " Digital Crate Digging Continues as we proceed and continue with this Music Monday edition! We're broadcasting live from a remote outpost out off of I-20 in Atlanta, this is how we're living! Christmas Day celebrated, New Years Day is on deck as 202"
The Workshop (Part Nine)
As Monday morning shifts into Monday afternoon the workshop is up and running, even during this holiday season.
Christmas just passed, New Years Day is next as 2021 comes to a close; it's been a long ten years, somebody can "see what I'm saying"
We're coming through with no delaying, the Journey continues, plus the saga / struggle continues aka life goes on as the toil and strife goes on as we move on to the next!
We're still getting busy in this workshop, no time to quit / stop even though the sport is complex!
Oh yes!! the sport is complex! busy in the workshop previously but endeavors came up short; the rise and the fall will forever haunt my dreams. The past episodes? I tried to let them go by being in futuristic mode but the chat room? it's busy full of Trump Patriots full of contagious whispers about plots / schemes. Spiteful, there's no pity from the street committee they'll even investigate like the January 6th Select Committee, the naysayers are out here smiling. Enlightening though, we know no one will Pity The Fool per Mr. T so we're trying to do better, no longer fouling.
Frightening though as we get the machine set to work it all out, stepping into tomorrow per Donald Byrd.
Exciting though, simultaneously! we're doing what we do dropping this sound and the good word!
Check out the byproduct of the workshop as we come through blue collar style, the last of a dying breed.
We're conducting ourselves in an orderly fashion / governing ourselves accordingly but with thought and fashion police we're still clashing because we're giving my people what they need!
Sunday, December 26, 2021
xPanda Selections ► Jazz Hop ' Lo-Fi ' Chill Beats
xPanda mixes classic jazz beats with hip hop so Sunday Jazz principles are followed, satisfying the thought and fashion police! check out the playlist and the good music that'll play!
01 00:00 September
02 02:42 Moon Horizon
03 05:40 Finding Her
04 08:02 Serene Night
05 10:42 Morning Chill
06 13:50 Reminiscence
07 17:28 Sole Jammin'
08 19:24 Where To
09 22:28 Observer
11 26:42 Recollect
12 28:34 1994uv Sick
13 31:02 Majestic
14 33:28 Wandering
15 35:22 A New Day Tomorrow
16 38:18 14' Summer Vibes
17 39:54 Memorable Jam
18 42:34 Childhood
19 44:56 Moonlit Vibe
20 46:18 Move Forward


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A folklore belief from the Isle of Man is that it should be glad it's been raining on the morning of L'aal Breeshey (St. Bridget's Day) on the 1st of February.This is so that the caillagh (witch) won't be able to gather her sticks, and so there'll be good weather in spring...
This comes from a number of sources, but it is explained very nicely by William Cashen:
"Every ditch had to be full of rain or snow on St. Bridget's Day, so that the old caillag (or witch) could not gather the brashnags (or faggots for firing). If she could lay in a stock of firing on that day, there would be bad weather in the spring, but if she could not gather the brashnags there would be fine weather."
We are very glad to say that this film was made on the morning of 1st February 2018, and we now look forward to good weather in spring!
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Mediterranean Meatball Stew
The wind is blowing, the rain is falling and the temperature is dropping. This is the time when we want hot, tasty food, and if it is easy to prepare that makes it all the better. For busy Mothers and Career Women alike, this dish will hit the spot. It can be prepared for family meals or in larger quantities for casual dinner parties. If you are a single or a couple it can easily be altered for more than one meal.
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Fun Ideas For Planning A Vacation That You Should Know About. Traveling is always fun. No matter if you do it alone, or with your family or friends. Having a vacation has a lot of benefits to offer. You can escape your busy schedule for a while, reduce your stress, learn new cultures, and many more. You can opt for exploring cities in your country or going overseas instead. When it comes to traveling, there are so many fun ideas that you can try.
Enjoy Fantastic Meals
If you plan to spend your holiday in Singapore, you should never miss 'lo hei' or prosperity toss. You and your family or friends will surround Cantonese raw fish salad dishes and toss the filling to the air while saying your wishes. This tradition believes that the higher you toss, the more lucks you will get throughout the year. For you who want to try this tradition, you can consider Jade Restaurant in The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore. Or, you can try a new thing in the Carlton Hotel Singapore where Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant offers the improvised version of the famous dish by using Alaskan crabs.
Have A Luxurious Getaway
For a solo traveler who wants to escape the typical business and crowds of a big city, it is highly recommended to visit Taiwan. Get yourself relaxed in a luxurious hotel, Fleur the Chine Hotel. This luxurious hotel exactly faces Sun Moon Lake with its stunning view. Fill your days by visiting beautiful places nearby, such as Lalu Island, Wenwu Temple, Cien Pagoda, Chaowu Pier, and more. Another recommended alternative is the Radium Kagaya International Hotel. It is a great place for you who want to get totally relaxed. This hotel is only steps away from famous tourist attractions in the city, such as Beitou Hot Spring.
Be Brave for An Adventure
A recommended destination to get challenging adventures and enjoy nature is Pokhara city in Nepal. Hikers at various levels can try hill trekking at Ghorepani Poon. Those who are looking for thrilling experiences should never miss hang-gliding. It will surely pump up your adrenaline. Suitable for adrenaline junkies. For accommodation, try to consider Raniban Retreat. It is a unique boutique hotel on an isolated small hill in Raniban Hill Forest in Pokhara. It needs 522 steps to reach the hotel. But the landscape on top of the hill is unbeatable. You will be welcomed with the breathtaking view of Himalayan Mountains, Fewa Lake, Pokhara City, and also the World Peace Pagoda. You can also enjoy the spectacular sunrise and sunset.
Vacation with Your Whole Big Family
Amanpuri in Phuket is a holistic resort inspired by Ayutthaya, the capital city of Thailand before Bangkok. It is a perfect accommodation for a big family or group. It offers 9 Ocean Villa type rooms. Parents who bring their kids can also get relaxed with the spa service or spending time in a pool for adults at the beach. It is because this resort provides a daycare service according to requests. Interested to try this fun traveling idea?


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Keep your workers, systems, and data safe from any threats with up-to-date cybersecurity
Whether your organization is a small startup or a multinational enterprise, cybersecurity is one of those responsibilities that gets lost in other company priorities. But cybersecurity cannot be overlooked, and is more critical today than ever before.
Cybersecurity (sometimes referred to as IT security) is a way of protecting your workers, systems, and data from any threat of an attack; it covers people, processes and technology. With more data and devices connected to the Internet every second, the risk for every organization is escalating — with no end in sight.
No matter how secure you believe you are, you're probably not as secure as you think. Consider all the data security breaches that happen to companies with massive security budgets. It's a cold hard fact: you can never be secure enough.
We find that one of the best tools for mitigating risk is proper training and knowledge sharing throughout the entire company. You can purchase all the security hardware (like firewalls) and software on the market and still be left vulnerable. Regardless of these precautions, human error is often the root cause of attacks.
One weak link in the security chain and everything goes out the window.
The threats to our assets and data are skyrocketing. Almost everything that touches your business, especially if it is connected online, can and will be targeted.
Here are several prominent threats you should be aware of.
Phishing may be the most common form of attack — probably because it's such an easy way for hackers to get the information they're looking for. All it takes is one email that tricks you into believing it's coming from a legitimate person or company.
Usually, the email will contain a link that brings you to a phony website disguised as a valid login or support page. Once you enter your data, you've opened the door for the attacker, who now has direct access to your confidential information.
Just like a phishing attack, these attacks are most often induced by clicking on a malicious link or visiting illegitimate/unsecure websites. In some cases, the malware is embedded directly in the download of software or files you may need. The purpose of malware is to unleash a malicious computer code on your network to wreak havoc on your systems.
Ransomware, which can also find its way onto your network from an email link or downloaded files, is an advanced form of malware that locks or encrypts your system with the intention of forcing you to pay a ransom in order to retrieve or unlock the data.
It's important to note that even if you are a victim of ransomware and pay the ransom, there is no guarantee you will receive access to your files. Ransomware can significantly damage the files while it is encrypting them, causing them to become unrecoverable — even if the attacker provides you with the key to unlock them.
Social Engineering
With social engineering, criminals use strategies to trick you into divulging sensitive information. The thing about social engineering is that it doesn't require any technical expertise.
Think of your favourite spy movie: the hero (or villain) pretends to be someone they're not to get what they want. That's a form of social engineering.
For your company, the attacker may call one of your employees, establish trust by saying all the right things (they've done their research), then trick them into reveal confidential data or provide access to your systems.
In many cases (and an alarming trend), these calls or communications claim to be from the company CEO or CFO, directing the employee to transfer funds to a specific account.
Physical Security Breach
A physical security breach is pretty self-explanatory. We typically think of cybercriminals stealing data or confidential digital records, but hardware such as smartphones, laptops, desktop computers and storage devices are equally at risk for theft.
Unfortunately, hardware left in cars, coffee shops, and airports is more common than you might think. These security breaches are especially widespread for business travellers who may leave their devices in hotels, taxis or even on the plane.
Data Security Breach
Data security breaches happen when a company's data or its customers' data is stolen, leaked, or compromised as a result of a cyberattack. Data obtained in a security breach is almost always private, sensitive, or confidentia, and may contain personal and/or financial information.
What's interesting about so many of today's data breaches? They began with a phishing campaign.
DoS (Denial of Service) Attack
In a DoS attack, one or more of your computer resources cannot be accessed by you or your customers. Some DoS attacks have even brought down many of the Internet's most popular sites simultaneously.
This attack is typically brought about by sending an overwhelming amount of data to your
computer network or server to process, thus bringing the service down.
In the more common distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack, multiple compromised computer systems are used to send waves of traffic to the targeted company or companies.
With so many threats to worry about, we get it — it can be overwhelming. It may even be too much for your company's IT department.
There are a few places to start. First, check out some of the great resources available online to help with best practices. NIST's extensive Cybersecurity Framework and SANS Institute's collection of information security resources are incredibly helpful.
Often, the best solution may be to outsource cybersecurity functions to a managed service provider like CONNECT.
Further, it doesn't hurt to have a little insurance to ease your mind.
That's why cyber insurance should be something your organization should consider. Cyber insurance is steadily becoming a more common offering from insurance companies and is evolving rapidly as the threat of cyber attacks continues to grow.
Cyber insurance can cover many fees and expenses:
All these expenses add up, and protecting your company is just as important as protecting yourself with health insurance.
CONNECT with us today to find out how we can work with you to make your company more secure with our managed IT services. We'll even work with your employees to get them up to speed with all the threats out there. You'll also get support from a variety of partners we've teamed up with to make our security offerings as comprehensive as possible.


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Today we got a press release from the Bronx Community Pride Center announcing that they are moving out of their run-down building in Mott Haven and into swanky new digs in Hunts Point/Longwood in a facility called…The Reverend Ruben Diaz Gardens Building.
Yes, you read that right, and we admit we had to pick ourselves off the floor laughing after reading this. But yes, a gay community center is in fact moving into a building named for that Ruben Diaz.
Press releases from non-profits are usually devoid of humor, and they often avoid political conflict with elected officials (and their potential revenue streams). But the Bronx Community Pride Center dove right into the obvious aspect of their move, noting in the first paragraph:
The Bronx Community Pride Center (BCPC) has moved from its location of 17 years in Mott Haven, on East 149th Street, to a brand new space at 975 Kelly Street, 2nd Floor, in Hunts Point/Longwood, ironically in the Rev. Ruben Diaz Gardens Building, a building developed by the Arker Companies, partially through funding secured by the local State Senator, and ardent opponent of marriage equality.
A ribbon cutting will happen at the new center next Wednesday, December 7, from 5-7 PM. BCPC Executive Director Dirk McCall tells us Rev. Ruben Diaz's son, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., will be cutting the ribbon.
As we noted in the Voice feature "Diaz Family Values" right before the Marriage Equality Act passed, Diaz. Jr. often tries to have it both ways when it comes to gay constituents and gay rights. He was opposed to marriage equality, did not denounce his father's hate-filled anti-gay march on the steps of his office, and unlike most of the other borough presidents, was nowhere to be found on the first day of same-sex marriages in Bronx Borough Hall.
The BCPC press release also says that "An open house to show community members the space will be held on Friday, December 16, from 6-8 p.m." Will the good Reverend be there with his son to welcome the gay center into the building bearing his name? McCall says Sr.'s been invited but hasn't responded yet. (Maybe he'll participate in the "religious interdenominational blessing of the space by local clergy" that will happen later in December?)
We have a long personal history with Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz, as well as with the building the BCPC is moving vacating. That East 149th St. building is, coincidentally, where we had our first media job in 1997. It was a falling apart shithole then, and it still is today, so we wish the BCPC well as they move into their better Hunts Point digs, which McCall describes as "beautiful and modern."
Just like Rev. Diaz!


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My father has many close friends so I was surprised when he asked me to be his best man. But on reflection, I think he was swayed by the fact that I know very little about the first thirty years of his life, which therefore puts some rather embarrassing stories out of reach. Or so he thought.
I had absolutely no idea why my dad chose me to be his best man so I asked him. His reply was quite interesting, 'You are my son. So I trust you not to humiliate me on my stag weekend or embarrass me in your best man's speech.' Well, I didn't hear that! What I heard was a CHALLENGE!
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When Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin in 1928, the drug proved to be revolutionary in the fight against infections, saving countless lives. However, in 1945 when he gave his Nobel Prize acceptance speech, Fleming warned that overuse of the drug would lead to antibiotic resistance. In recent years, many pathogens and bacteria have developed resistance to antibiotics due largely in part to the overuse of the medicines. Pathogens resistant to antibiotics are now known as super bugs.
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Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria - Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria research papers study what causes bacteria and other pathogens to have developed antibiotic resistance and how they impact human life.
Bacterial Meningitis - This research paper on bacterial meningitis will examine the acute inflammation of the protective membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord.
Mrsa Skin Infection - MRSA Skin Infection research papers overview the staph infection that is resistant to standard antibiotics.
Mrsa Staph Infection - MRSA Staph Infection research papers examine the bacterium responsible for a number of different difficult to treat staph infections in human beings.
Mrsa Treatment - MRSA Treatment research papers examine the treatments used to treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
Mrsa Virus - MRSA Virus research papers examine methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that infects the cells of an organism.
Urinary Tract Disease - Urinary Tract Research Papers go into the factors that cause this disease, and other common problems associated with Urinary System.


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This Update On Kourt K & Younes Bendjima's Relationship Will Make You Swoon
Is anyone as obsessed with Kourt Kardashian and Younes Bendjima's relationship as I am? NVM answering that — of course you are. I mean, I never wanna see these two split up from each other, which is why I'm loving the latest update about their relationship. According to People, Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima are "getting serious," and I just wanna know: should I start saving up for my bridesmaid's dress or what? (No, but for real, though.)
On July 3, a source told the publication that their romance isn't just a seasonal thing — it's reportedly the real deal.
"She is incredibly happy with Younes," the source explained. "They are getting serious. Younes is very close to her kids and loves spending time with them. The kids really like him."
The two have seemingly been living their best lives with each other since they started hanging out back in 2016, so I'm not even gonna front like I'm surprised. Lately, they've been away on a whimsical Italian getaway, where they've been spotted packing on the PDA, relaxing on yachts, and spending time with Kardashian's adorable kids: Mason, Penelope, and Reign Disick.
It can be difficult for kids to warm up to a parent's new boyfriend or girlfriend, so seeing them already be so acquainted is cute AF!
But TBH, I had already had the feels that they were in it for the long haul after seeing how much they went out for each other on their birthdays. Back in May, the mom-of-three brought Bendjima on a private jet to celebrate his 25th birthday. I repeat: a friggin' private jet! The destination of their getaway was unclear, but judging from the pics Kardashian shared on social media, she had all the romantic vibes going. In one shot, Bendjima was shown sitting in the jet with two over-sized helium balloons in the background that said "25" in honor of his birthday. And in other post, Kardashian shared a video of a birthday cake that featured an adorable throwback photo of Younes, and read: "Joyeux Anniversaire Mon Bébé!" (I had to Google Translate it, but that apparently means "Happy Birthday My Baby" in French. What a sweetheart.)
Their romance gets much cuter than that, though. The model also went all out for for Kardashian's own birthday on April 18. In a series of Snapchat videos shared on the reality star's page, Bendjima was shown cooking a romantic dinner for his beau, and the two later topped off her birthday celebrations with a trip to Disneyland.
BRB, swiping matches on Twitter so I can potentially have a shot at this kind of love one day.
In all seriousness, though, the pair has certainly come a long way in the short time they've been dating. Back in December, a source shared some details about Kardashian and Bendjima's relationship, and — although the source said things were heating up between the two — the insider admitted that no one had really thought their fling would last as long as it has.
The insider explained:
No one thought their relationship would last this long, but Kourtney is very happy. Younes has met her kids. Kourtney's family really likes him. He's the opposite of Scott. He doesn't party, isn't flashy and really treats Kourtney with a lot of respect. It's obvious that he really cares about her.
Hopefully our love for this couple is just as obvious. I can't help but wonder where their romance takes them next, but with any luck, it'll be down the aisle. (If so, I really wasn't kidding about being a bridesmaid. HMU guys.)


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Battered DJ Wayne Urwin launched a campaign of harassment on the man who attacked him - because he was unhappy he didn't get jailed for longer.
Urwin suffered life-changing head injuries at the hands of Aaron Robson in an attack which left him fighting for his life.
Robson was originally jailed for 38 months in 2014 but that was later reduced by the Court of Appeal to 28 months and he was released after serving around 11 months.
Urwin, who continues to suffer the consequences of the attack, was furious and decided to take the law into his own hands.
Newcastle Crown Court heard he launched a campaign of harassment on Robson, his family, people who had given character references for him and police officers in the case.
He turned up outside Robson's family home in Cramlington, Northumberland, and posted threats, abuse and pictures of their house on social media and said he would stab Robson.
A judge said Urwin would usually receive a custodial sentence for his offending but gave him a conditional discharge after hearing any more severe sentence would mean him missing out on a large pay-out from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.
Prosecutor Michael Bunch said: "The background to this offence is this defendant was the victim of an assault in March 2014.
"The offender was Aaron Robson. He was sentenced for that matter and appealed it successfully to the Court of Appeal and had the sentence reduced from 38 months to 28 months and he only served 10 or 11 months.
"That clearly left this defendant with a great deal of unhappiness in the way the case concluded.
"Since Robson's release from custody in the middle of last year, this defendant made efforts to identify and contact those who had been connected with Robson during the currency of those proceedings."
Urwin was warned by the police last October in relation to contacting Robson and trying to identify where he was living.
Urwin, who didn't know Robson before the attack, contacted him on social media on April 4 this year.
He sent a message saying: "Aaron Robson enjoy your life, you never know what's round the corner."
Mr Bunch said: "He identified the area of Northumberland where Robson lived, referred to a post code and kept indicating he knew where he lived.
"In June there was a further reference to Robson's address and he was abusive towards him in very graphic terms."
Robson said he felt harassed and that the contact had been a constant worry for him and his family.
In June and July this year, Urwin was also harassing Robson's mother.
He took pictures of the family home and cars outside it and posted them on social media, along with a threatening message saying "Watch your back".
Mr Bunch said: "In late June he turned up outside her house in a vehicle and was clearly taking pictures and hanging round outside the house.
"Having seen him hanging round, her husband went out to see what he was doing.
"He shouted 'I'm going to do your ******* son. I'm going to stick a knife in him'."
Urwin then returned and sounded his horn outside their home for 45 minutes.
The woman said: "I feel very intimidated and I'm worried he will be there every time I open my door.
"I'm concerned for Aaron due to the threats he has made towards him."
A woman who had provided Robson with a character reference was contacted by Urwin on Facebook late last year.
She ignored him but he sent repeated abusive messages using foul language, up until June this year.
He made references to knowing where the woman's husband worked and posted pictures he had obtained from Facebook showing the couple and said the man "really has a face I would like to blast off with a shotgun".
They were left alarmed and in fear and feeling they have to "look over our shoulder in case he appears".
Another woman, whose husband also provided a reference for Robson, was also targeted with abuse and threats to her partner.
Urwin also made references to three police officers from the assault case.
He wrote: "I pray every night for the three officers of Northumbria Police to be brutally killed."
Mr Bunch said: "He was arrested and interviewed and accepted sending some Facebook messages and tweets to those connected to Robson.
"He said he just wanted to remind them of the role they played in the earlier proceedings.
"He accepted going to Aaron Robson and his family's address.
"About the police, he said he was entitled to pray and entitled to tell people what he was praying about."
Urwin, 38, of Morgans Way, Blaydon, Gateshead, pleaded guilty to three harassment charges and three offences of sending malicious communications.
Imposing a conditional discharge for 12 months and a ten year restraining order in respect of the victims, Recorder Caroline Wigin told him: "In the normal course of events these are matters which would automatically lead to a custodial sentence.
"However, your position is that there is little realistic chance you will work again due to the injuries you sustained and the difficulties they have left you with.
"You are due to receive a substantial compensation payment from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, as is your right.
"If you are sentenced by this court to anything other than an absolute or conditional discharge, that money will not be paid to you, leaving you therefore without any means of self support.
"I'm very much persuaded by the reports I've read which link your behaviour with your injury."
Peter Walsh, defending, said Urwin's injuries had a devastating impact and continue to cause health difficulties for him.
He said: "That's the starting position as to why he had such a sense of bitterness.
"From his point of view, what happened to him is he was subjected to an unprovoked attack."
We reported at the time how Urwin suffered severe bleeding to his brain after he was attacked by Robson in an alleyway near the Shambles pub, in Morpeth.
His injuries were so severe, his devastated parents were told he would probably not make it through the night.
But the dad-of-two defied medics and began to recover after he was put in an induced coma due to emergency surgery to remove part of his skull.
Robson, then 20, of Silverdale Road, Cramlington, was sentenced to three years and two months in prison after he pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm but that was later cut to two years and four months.
Urwin, a former Radio Northumberland DJ, hit out at the decision, saying: "Do we really want people like that back out on the streets early? He very nearly killed me and I don't think two years and four months, which he will only serve half of, reflects that."
He needed repeated surgery to treat a swelling in his brain, with a bone being removed from his skull to relieve the pressure.
He previously revealed to the Chronicle how the attack had transformed his life, leaving him in need of further surgery to fit a metal plate in his head and suffering from seizures.


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Click "View" in the menu and select "Symbols". (Shortcut keys: Ctrl+U)
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Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy is the most disgraced official in sports history, but according to him, he wasn't the one fixing games… it was the NBA.
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Host Tim Livingston heads to Florida for his first face-to-face interview with disgraced NBA referee Tim Donaghy, but it's Donaghy's co-conspirator, Tommy Martino, who reveals new information about the 13-year-old scandal.
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Two kids from Delco, Tim Donaghy and Tommy Martino. Our interviews continue with our main subjects and we dive deeper into Donaghy's claims, attempting to separate the truth from the lies.
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Next stop, Philadelphia, specifically Delaware County, where the 2007 NBA betting scandal was hatched. "Delco", as Delaware County is commonly known, is home to the Sixers, bookmakers, and Philly mobsters. Tim gets a first-hand account of the lifestyle and gambling culture and he must… choose...
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Tim and the team head up I-95 to New York for a meeting with John Lauro, Donaghy's defense attorney, and to track down the elusive FBI agents who handled Donaghy's investigation. We learn that someone from high up may have been pulling the strings to...
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After learning about the suspicious circumstances surrounding the leak of the original Donaghy story and Jimmy Battista's plea deal, the crew investigates the most controversial game in NBA history: Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals.
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We learn more about the role the NBA played behind the scenes influencing calls on the court, and about one owner's longtime war against the officials. But when that owner was given the opportunity to expose the system he spent years rebelling against, he backed...
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The crew finally connects with retired FBI agent Phil Scala, the supervisor of the FBI probe into Tim Donaghy and the head of the investigative unit focused on the Gambino crime family. Scala agrees to meet with Tim, but the team, and Donaghy, are skeptical...
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On the final day of the trip, the crew travels to a diner in Howard Beach, Queens, to meet with Scala, hoping that the former FBI agent will help unravel the mysteries of the NBA Betting Scandal, and the NBA as a whole.
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