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From Building Family Ties with Faith, Love, and Laughter by Dave Stone
When Jesus came to earth, He had a mission: "For the Son of Man came to seek and save the lost" (Luke 19:10 NIV). But it went even deeper than that. His mission was to love, and His method was making disciples- to create followers who would walk as He walked.
If His followers couldn't convey that message, what would happen to the "good news" after He ascended to heaven? Jesus intentionally spent time teaching the disciples the priorities of life. Through parables and teaching and demonstration, He trained them how to reach others. And then He began to turn things over to them. He trusted them to share the most important message of all time.
In Luke 9 toward the end of His ministry, Jesus sends His twelve disciples out to spread His message and heal the sick. They return a little defeated. They could say what He said, but they couldn't yet do what He did (Luke 9:40). Then in Luke 10 He sends them out again, seventy-two of them this time- with the purpose of spreading His message and performing miracles.
This time the whole group returns, and they are pumped. They've seen people respond to the message, and they've felt the power of God at work. And Luke described how Jesus felt at that moment: "full of joy through the Holy Spirit" (Luke 10:21). This is the only time the Bible gives us such an exuberant description of Jesus.
Why was Jesus so excited? Joy comes when you accomplish your mission. Jesus' joy was the result of seeing the ones He'd taught, trained, and trusted to go out on this test mission and return victorious, having passed with flying colors. Not only did they do what Jesus did, but they also showed others how to do the same. His followers were filled with joy. Jesus was filled with joy. Everyone was happy.
The litmus test isn't whether the disciples can spread the message, but whether or not the next generation of disciples (the ones they've trained) can pass it on to others. They can. They did. No wonder Jesus smiled.
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Bupa Global partners with award-winning artist to bring you Hong Kong Voice note Art
Hong Kong,15 Oct 2019
Bupa Global, the international health insurance arm of Bupa, was the principal partner of the 15th edition of the Asia Contemporary Art Show in Hong Kong from October 4 - 7, 2019. Amrita Sethi, an award-winning artist, was invited to the event to showcase her work 'Hong Kong Voice note Art', which encapsulates the beauty and spirit of Hong Kong by taking the shape of a soundwave and the iconic skyline.
Visitors were given the opportunity to create their own piece of art by using voice recordings to create sound wave patterns, merging art with technology in a unique and exciting way. They were encouraged to record inspirational messages and affirmations in recognition of the positive impact art can have on our mental health and wellbeing.
Good mental health is fundamental to physical and emotional wellbeing. Mental wellness has gained higher awareness in society in recent years, but the pressure to be 'always on' in this extremely dynamic city can lead to mental health issues such as stress and exhaustion at work, school or at home.
Angus Slater, Managing Director in Bupa, Hong Kong, said: "As a leading healthcare business, we're focused on investing in the health of our customers. We recognise the powerful contribution the arts can make to our wellbeing, which is why we're delighted to partner with the Asia Contemporary Art Show in 2019. We hope this partnership will improve access to the arts for our people, our customers and communities across Hong Kong and beyond, helping them to live longer, healthier, happier lives".
The sponsorship coincides with Bupa Global's latest Live Your Best Life campaign and reflects Bupa's wider corporate and social responsibility commitment to its customers, employees, community and environment.
Bupa Global actively supports customers' lifestyle by giving them world-class health cover, both at home and wherever in the world they choose to be treated, within their area of cover. With direct access to leading specialists worldwide, freedom to choose where to receive day-to-day private healthcare, and benefits designed to support both body and mind, the plans go further. Having such extensive cover helps give them the confidence to do what they want to do and to live their best life.
Angus said: "There is an expanding body of research to support the case that art has a positive impact on our mental health and wellbeing, and that the arts can help people stay well, recover faster, and experience a better quality of life. At Bupa, we want to help the communities to recognise the importance of mental wellbeing, to promote a positive attitude in life and encourage people to pursue the things that excite them and make them who they are."
Notes to editors
- The Asia Contemporary Art Show is the longest-running and most intimate hotel art fair in Asia, bringing works to Hong Kong twice a year. Presented across 65 art living spaces are the most dynamic contemporary art being produced today, including over 1,500 original paintings, limited editions, sculpture, and photography.
- Amrita Sethi is an award winning artist, born and raised in Kenya. Amrita is a British citizen of Indian origin. She has lived in Dubai since 2007 and has also resided in Zimbabwe, Uganda, the United Kingdom and Switzerland. Her international diversity is reflected in her art.
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Bupa's purpose is helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.
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Carpet cleaning has become a great business venture in the 21st century. Almost all the homes and offices have carpets on their floors for comfortability and aesthetic value. Since carpets are steps by individuals on a daily basis, they need to be regularly cleaned. Individuals bring with them small dust and grain particles which accumulate over time to make the carpet dirty.
Carpets should, therefore, be cleaned frequently to prevent the accumulation of dust. To get the professional carpet cleaning services, check out the website here. There are certain factors to consider when choosing a professional carpet cleaning company.
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Technology used
The vacuum cleaners are the commonly used equipment for carpet cleaning. There are different types of vacuum cleaners. The traditional vacuum cleaners are usually stationed at one place before the carpet cleaning exercise commences. They are the most common types of vacuum cleaners.
However, technology has led to the better invention as far as the vacuum cleaners and another equipment is concerned. The backpack vacuum cleaners are the modern vacuum cleaners which the cleaning experts can use to clean all the areas and corners of the room. It is highly recommended to seek the services of the carpet cleaning service providers that use the modern technology.
The cost of the cleaning the carpet is another critical factor to consider when choosing the professional cleaning service providers. The amount of money to spend on cleaning the carpet depends on the budget of the home or the company.
It is advisable to compare the cost of the different service providers against the services that they provide. This should then be used to guide the individual on which company to use.
The timeframe is another vital aspect as far as carpet cleaning is concerned. In most cases, people might require having their carpets cleaned in the exact position that they have been placed. In most cases, the clients may require that their carpets be dried within the shortest timeframe.
This is a critical point indicator that should be considered when choosing a carpet cleaning service provider. The type of equipment used and the method of carpet cleaning will determine the duration that it will take for the carpet to dry.
Chemicals used
It is also advisable to be critical of the chemical used. This is important bearing in mind that most homes have toddlers and pets that may just pick anything from the carpet and eat.
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Though everyone has been wondering how we keep the rugs white and keep our dogs from eating them. Here are some things that have worked for us.
Keeping our Dogs from Eating our Rugs
At the same time, Mr. B is a very sensitive pup and all he wants to do was please us.
He didn't know our rug was not a toy and it was inappropriate to tear off huge chunks. Though we did take that opportunity to make him a "toupee of shame", take a lot of photographs and call him Hans. The one time he went too far he became "Hans Washington Mr. B"
Sliding, Rug Care and Keeping them White
this really smart idea through Pinterest to use caulk on the undersides of rugs to keep them from slipping. This has made a world of difference getting them to stay in place. The only thing is if you need to move the rugs around, the strip might come off.
We also use preventative measures to keep the rugs white. We have a habit of wiping our pups feet whenever they come back inside, and we don't wear shoes in the house so the rugs don't get very dirty.
We vacuum the rugs, and I have put them in the washer and let them air dry. After being washed they come out with a tighter curl. They last for awhile, and when one of our dogs got sick on it we did just toss it and get a replacement.
Using the Rugs as Training Tools
our foster dogs and guests flock to the rugs. The dogs that come into our house seem to understand that this is one space to lay.
when we went to outdoor cafes so she would start to understand her boundaries and not try to walk around when we were eating.
What are some other ways you dog-proof or make your furniture work for your pooches?
PS. Unbelievably...Jack Frost is still looking for his very own home! It seems to be a slower adoption time, but if you know anyone in the Chicagoland area looking for a tiny guy, with a sad story, who just likes to chill, please pass his info along. We wrote more about him, here.
Using furniture for dog training
More preventative measures to keep cleaning easy
Dog-friendly rugs.


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Though we all want that bangin' bod straight off the bat, the reality is a little different. Even the celebs and models you see gracing billboard, the catwalk, magazines and the screen, put in a lot of work daily to not just look good, but also keep fit. Needless to say, you need to alter your entire lifestyle because it is not just about going for workouts. You need to actively make a change in your life and in your household as well. If you feel like this is easier said than done, you are not alone. But if you really want to, you can make a difference. Maybe these tips to help you get back to fitness will help.
Come Up With a Personalized Plan
Though there are so many fitness plans and regimes out there on the Internet for you to work with, proper fitness is not so cookie-cutter. People are different, and we all have specific or individual needs that we need. Hence, you need to personalize your fitness goals, and tailor them according to your requirements. If you have no clue about fitness whatsoever, you are not alone. Many others are new to the subject, so do not be disheartened. That is what the experts are around for. Speak to a place with obligation free consultation to find out how you can structure a plan for yourself.
Stay Simple
Do not try to do too much too fast. Though you may come across inspirational workout videos with ridiculously bendy, flexible people, do not try to attempt them yourself. At least, not yet. You will get there, but you need to be committed and persistent. You need to never give up and keep fighting for your goals. If you need motivation, why not join a place like Vikara Body Transformations and get the assistance you need? It always helps to have someone professional backing you up, especially at the start.
Take Up Challenges
Whilst you should take it easy and pace yourself, that does not mean you should evade challenges. If you do not give your body new things to do, it will fall into a routine and doing the same thing every day will not give you the results you want after a while. Push yourself outside your comfort zone and change your workout routine every 4-6 weeks. If you get a trainer, they will help you alter it which is actually easier. As you can see, having professional help at this stage is very important, since you also get advice about how to go about your routine safely to avoid injuries.
Make Time
None of this is going to be of any use if you do not bother setting aside time for this every week. Make it a priority like you do all else, and it will fall into place. Like we said, you have to want this, not force it on yourself. Tell yourself you need this because it is good for your body and mind, not just some fad. The human body needs activity. This is a fact, so why push it back any further?


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It is easy to see how much technology has developed over the years, especially when it comes to gaming technology. So what is next in the world of gaming?
On Feb. 20, Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc., announced, during a worldwide press conference in New York City, that they will release the PlayStation 4 this winter.
At the conference, Andrew House, the current president and group CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment, and Mark Cerny, lead system architect, presented the new console together.
The announcement focused on the new features of the system. Specifically, the system uses cloud technology, which allows you to play your game files from other systems.
This is a highly anticipated feature for many gamers, including CLU sophomore Nathan Ortega.
"I'm pretty excited to see what the new system has in store," said Ortega. "I think it will be a different experience with the new features, especially the use of the cloud."
The announcement was thorough in its description of the features, but it left gamers asking questions, mostly about what the console looks like. Images of the system were not shown, which makes me think that the announcement was rushed.
Rumors have been widely spreading concerning the release of a XBox 720.
I believe that Sony wanted to beat them in announcing their new system first.
XBox has been a favorite amongst users, including Ortega.
"I don't think that the new PlayStation will be able to compete with XBox," said Ortega. "They have a very loyal following, and I don't see them changing many people's minds."
In their original press release, Sony stressed how the system will make a gamer's experience more fun and expansive.
"It's the next generation computer entertainment system that redefines rich and immersive gameplay," said Sony in their press release in February.
The new system is expected to take gaming to the next level, with features like split-screen gaming, that allows the player to view maps or other menus on a laptop or the PlayStation Vita while playing the game simultaneously on the TV.
Other features include social networking sharing, a new controller and decreasing lag time of loading games.
Senior Hunter Hamaker, a computer science major at California Lutheran University, is anxious to see how the new system will play out.
"I'm looking forward to the release and I'm curious to what it will be capable of," said Hamaker. "I like what I have seen so far, but I am disappointed that the system is not backwards compatible with PS3 games."
Ultimately, Sony really needs to step up with this new console if they want to beat XBox.
The PS3 has been a great system and doesn't need to be replaced quite yet, according to sophomore Myles Moore, a multimedia major at CLU.
"They made the mistake by not making it backwards compatible with older games," said Moore. "XBox hasn't made that mistake yet. Making the system backwards compatible makes buying a new system more worth it."
Sony is going up against a huge competitor.
The new features will really need to make a bang if they want to upstage whatever the next generation XBox will have in store.
Graham Jameson
Staff Writer
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In a rare midterm election in which foreign policy was a major issue, it is not too much of a stretch to say that American voters put UN Ambassador John Bolton out of office. Bolton's resignation from his unconfirmed recess appointment at the UN removes the residual fear that the Bush team had something up its sleeve to bypass senatorial resistance to his confirmation. The White House had claimed the support of a bipartisan silent majority for his appointment–even though it was vociferous defections from GOP ranks that helped thwart his confirmation.
In fact, Bolton's determination to hang on up to this point suggests that his obsession with the United Nations is as serious as Ted Haggard's with sin: He just can't keep away from it. For three decades of work at conservative think tanks and at the State Department, Bolton has angled for appointments that would in some way keep him grappling at close quarters with the organization even if they sometimes involved him in contradictory positions.
Even when the Bushes were out of office, Bolton filled in his time working with former Secretary of State James Baker when he was appointed UN special envoy for the Western Sahara. The Moroccan annexation of the territory has been on the UN agenda for more than thirty years and a standing invitation to complaints about the organization's ineffectiveness; Bolton has been remarkably reticent to highlight it.
Bolton's other job in exile was to advise the Taiwanese government on how to get into an organization that he had spent decades advising the United States to get out of. No sooner had he arrived at the UN in 2005 than he cooked up a deal with Beijing's ambassador to scuttle the efforts of Germany, Japan and India–all US allies–to get permanent seats on the Security Council. He may have had a point about the undesirability of the changes–but a more diplomatic envoy would not have left American fingerprints so messily obvious.
From the White House point of view, Bolton's appointment appeased the know-nothing foreign policy crowd while rewarding his longstanding loyalty to the Bush dynasty. That loyalty had been shown most memorably in 2000, when the man who has spent the past year preaching democracy to the members of the United Nations strode into a library polling place in Florida yelling, "I'm with the Bush-Cheney team, and I'm here to stop the count."
To be fair, while Bolton's tenure has from the standpoint of any rational diplomacy been a disaster, it has not been an unmitigated one. He has been a very well-trained attack dog, always coming to heel when the White House wanted and chewing his own words when necessary.
One of his proudest achievements in his previous job at the State Department was to "unsign" the treaty that committed the United States to the International Criminal Court, and then to bully and browbeat small countries across the world into signing agreements not to extradite US citizens to its seat in the Hague. And then this year he had to allow a Security Council resolution setting the Court's prosecutors on the perpetrators in Darfur.
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As pious commentators talk about how effective he was, it is worth remembering that while he was in charge of arms control, North Korea joined the nuclear club and that, according to him and Bolton and his allies, Iran is about to. It is an achievement–but of a dubious sort for an alleged arms control maestro. To be fair, within the Administration, he reportedly opposed the US-Indian nuclear deal, although he remained silent on Israeli nuclear capabilities.
Otherwise, Bolton's most memorable "achievement" occurred while he was in charge of arms control at the State Department before moving to the UN. He was a major saboteur of Congressional efforts to improve and tighten the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. If these measures had been passed, countries would not have been able, as North Korea did, to drop out of the treaty after reaping its dual-use benefits, and the voluntary protocols on inspection that Iran stopped observing would have been compulsory.
However, his greatest legacy may be his semi-successful attempt to wreck the UN reform proposals last year. By introducing hundreds of unilateral amendments after long months of painstaking negotiations between the members, he certainly managed to destroy the efforts of Kofi Annan to persuade the Third World members that managerial reforms were not some form of American and Western plot. In fact, almost every public statement he made pretty much confirmed their suspicions.
Bolton leaves unfinished business at the UN. His attempt to enforce on Iran an international law in which he professes disbelief comes to nothing as Security Council members try to insure that Washington has no excuse to take military action. The resolution is stalemated and diluted.
Although he is now implying personal credit for the appointment of Ban Ki-moon, the incoming Secretary General, Ban is astute enough to know that he was far from Washington's first choice for the position. Ban differed from Bolton on issues ranging from the International Criminal Court to how to deal with Pyongyang.
Bolton has clearly relished his role at the UN, and one nightmare scenario would be intense White House pressure on Ban to grant him a senior UN appointment. If that sounds farfetched, just consider the recent appointment of Bush supporter and former Washington Times editor Josette Sheeran Shiner as head of the World Food Program.
One cannot help but suspect that Minnesota Senator Norm Coleman will soon have competition in xenophobic grandstanding. Bolton's media prominence, his longstanding credentials as a Goldwater supporter and his newly acquired status as a martyr for conservatism would certainly equip him for a political career in the GOP's new confederate heartland, where tough talk regularly obscures lack of achievement.


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by Mark Cruikshank
The phrase 'highly anticipated' is thrown around very often whenever artists such as Kanye West or Kendrick Lamar come back on the scene, but the use of the phrase has never been more apt then when applied to Frank Ocean's new release, 'Blonde'.
Fans of the 'Thinkin Bout You' singer have been impatiently waiting for Ocean to release his sophomore album since it was announced that he begun work on it in 2013. Since then, the internet has been ablaze with disgruntled music goers who had been given almost no details about the album, or even when it would be released.
However, for the past few months, Ocean has been teasing confused fans with cryptic graphics which included rumoured release dates along with the words, which turned out to be the title of an accompanying magazine, 'Boys Don't Cry'. Ever since Beyoncé pulled a Beyoncé, telling your fans when your album will be released just won't do anymore.
Nevertheless, the confusion didn't last for long, and Ocean's deal with Apple saw the release of the visual album 'Endless' on Apple Music, the day before his second album 'Blonde' was released into the world.
'Blonde' (stylised as blond) currently sits at the top of the iTunes charts for obvious reasons. The hype surrounding this album was huge and Ocean is a very talented artist with a beautiful and highly revered first album, 'channel ORANGE'.
Starting off with a smooth and dreamy sounding track, 'Nikes' also serves as the album's first single. It is carried by a soothing electric drum beat and features a distorted, pitched vocal from Ocean, something that appears throughout the record. The vibe created by the song continues into 'Ivy' before momentum starts to build up slightly as guitars are introduced and the bass fills the gap between moments. While neither songs are anything to scream and shout about, they are overall satisfying and are great songs to sit and relax to.
'Pink + White' moves into a different, less experimental, direction than the previous two tracks and has a mellower R&B feel to it. Ocean introduces an ear pleasing piano riff with a beat which gives this track a bit more structure than 'Nikes' and 'Ivy', and Beyoncé's backing vocal midway through the track takes it somewhere else and create such a peaceful, psychedelic music experience.
After an interlude of Ocean's mother warning him to not take drugs on 'Be Yourself', Ocean breaks into the best song on the album. In 'Solo', we hear Frank lament of being emotionally and physically 'solo', which throughout the song can also be interpreted as being 'so low'. He croons to the sound of an organ with some of the most beautiful lyrics on the album: "It's hell on Earth and the city's on fire, in Hell […] there's Heaven". He then shows off his vocal ability in a length of gorgeously smooth sounding notes that carry a lot of emotion and force while still managing to stay part of the song.
Unfortunately, after the wonderfully trippy track 'Skyline To', that would have fit relatively well in 'channel ORANGE' the record begins to become muddier. Although the lyrics from songs like 'Self Control' and 'Good Boy' clearly show the significance of the experiences in his life, the inclusion of these songs make it sound more like a diary entry rather than an experience that translates well into a song. Musically they are just not as good as the other songs on this album.
It picks back up again with 'Solo (reprise)' which is unlike any other track on the album. The 1 minutes 18 second rap from André 3000 is a reprise which has no musical likeness to the song 'Solo' but carries it's theme into a separate creation. With an interesting and uplifting riff, which sounds like a Nokia ringtone version of Habanera from the opera Carmen, it is definitely one many fans will be hitting repeat on even though it contains no vocals from Ocean himself.
'Pretty Sweet' throws you head first into the last seven tracks with what can be described as an over saturation of sound with Ocean soliloquising over the top. From here onwards, songs return to the state of not fitting that well with the beginning of the album. Songs like 'White Ferrari' and 'Futura Free' become slightly too experimental and have a real lack of structure and relevance within the album. However, the bravery of Ocean to create songs like these is something that should be applauded, as they are so out there that it becomes almost obvious that are not going to get a great deal of radio time.
Although it has a lot of faults, 'Blonde' is an album that shows Frank Ocean's growth as a musician and his lack of fear to try things musically and lyrically that other artists would not dare. It is not a collection of songs that anyone will play at a party, but a relaxing reflection of Frank Ocean's inner most thoughts mixed with his determination to create something that has never been created before. It could maybe do with a few more obvious hits, which are well in the capabilities for Ocean to create, however, from just one listen, it is obvious that a person's heart and soul was poured into this record and the artistic risks taken should be appreciated.
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24 hours, split three ways.
Because you bought one third, you own everything.
Shut off the possibility, and wipe out the imagination.
Now the world stands still.
I'll take it with me to my grave.
Wrap your hands around my neck.
Now choke me slowly, but I won't die.
I know one thing, and one thing only: you are what you learn to need.
I'll surround myself with things that look like me.


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It's time once again for your spoonful of glowing post-grad wisdom!
While this isn't meant to sound condescending or "Oh, I've been there, done that," this is meant to help you get the most out of what you have left of your college experience so you don't make the same mistakes as me and so many others have.
Here's what I wish I could have told myself four years ago when I was just a wee little freshman at the University of South Carolina:
1. Hangovers Never Get Any Easier
Even though us college students have this mythical idea of this thing called "alcohol tolerance," it really doesn't exist. Yes, the more you drink (within reason), the more you'll be able to tolerate it. But remember, nobody is meant to have 10 tequila shots in half an hour. No matter how much you think you can take, it's just not going to work out. Stop fooling yourself.
2. Toxic People Aren't Worth It
You should never be forced to be friends with someone if you don't want to be. While you might have to be cordial to people you dislike in certain social situations, that doesn't mean you have to be friends with this person. Figure out if the relationship is worth saving and either try to work on it or throw in the towel. You'll figure out who your real friends are, and once you do, you won't give that phony friend another thought.
3. Never Say Never
As phony as I feel quoting Justin Bieber, the dude's got a point. Don't limit yourself. Just because you think you "shouldn't" or "can't" get that internship or that job, doesn't mean you shouldn't try. Just because you don't have an Ivy League education doesn't mean you are less of a person or your education is any less valuable. If you have a dream, go for it. If it doesn't work out, at least you know you gave it your all.
4. School Really Isn't All That Bad
Yes, you may disagree with me when you have that huge history midterm staring you in the face, but for real, it's really not that bad compared with what's out here in the real world. There are some days when I wish I could just curl up and analyze Shakespearean literature instead of dragging my butt out of bed to go to work. Try to think of each lesson and class as a chance to expand your knowledge of the world. There's nothing more exciting than learning something new every day. Take advantage of this while you can.
5. Remember the Big Picture
Whenever you get upset and enraged about something, try to sit back and put it in perspective. Will you REALLY care in five years that your sorority sister made out with your date at your formal? No. Chances are, you won't even remember that jerk's name. Life happens. People are mean, you'll get bad grades and you'll mess up. Stand back up and move on. You can't get the time back.


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Here's a breakdown of the content on This Is My Joystick that contains the tag Hitman. All our editorials, reviews and features are filtered below.
Hitman – Marrakesh
June 17, 2016, Author: Matt Parker
Third time's a charm? Matt gets to grips with Marrakesh in the latest Hitman level. Continue reading
Hitman – Sapienza
May 13, 2016, Author: Matt Parker
Matt spends the weekend in Sapienza... Continue reading
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March 29, 2016, Author: Andy Buick
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Ballin' with Agent 47... Continue reading
Physical Release of Hitman Delayed, Chuckle Brothers Dismayed
March 11, 2016, Author: Matt Parker
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At 10 pm that night, 17-year-old Robert Brand, 16-year-old Edna Louise Sullivan who was Robert's GF, and Robert's 15-year-old cousin Mark Dunman just hanging out in Everman, Texas when McDuff noticed Edna Sullivan. He pulls up alongside the teens, pulls a .38 Colt revolver and ordered them to get into the trunk of their car.
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Location: An ancient fabric trade center of Ujjain, Bhairogarh is a little village located very near to Sidhawat.
Description: Famous for its ancient techniques of cloth printing, Bhairogarh was used for trading exquisitely printed fabric, along with its amazing tie and die paintings, to other countries like Rome and China. Even today, the village remains the main center for exporting superbly painted and printed textiles. In spite of the fact that people are adopting modern trends for printing textiles, the fabric of Bhairogarh sustains a special place. Batik art is mainly used in this village for hand printing. There is a large community of printers here, who specialize in making lugda, jajams, oudhnis and quilts. Cloth printing will surely attract you towards the shopping areas here. So, select from hand block-printed saris, dupattas, dress material, bed sheets and much more. Ujjain is famous all around India for its Batik saris available in contrast color schemes. To know more, you must visit Bhairogh, an ancient village.
Activities: Kal Bhairav Temple in Bhairogarh is one of the most popular shrines dedicated to Lord Bhairava, a manifestation of Lord Shiva. You may see some unique types of rituals performed by holy men at the shrine.


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Pagina 264 - Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child'! for since I spake against him, I do earnestly remember him still; therefore my bowels are troubled for him: I will surely have mercy upon him, saith the Lord.
Pagina 41 - Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
Pagina 264 - I have surely heard Ephraim bemoaning himself thus; "Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised, as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke; turn thou me, and I shall be turned; for thou art the Lord my God.
Pagina 78 - He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength. Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall; but they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Pagina 3 - And I will betroth thee unto me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and in lovingkindness, and in mercies. I will even betroth thee unto me in faithfulness : and thou shalt know the Lord.
Pagina 231 - I have no pleasure in them; while the sun or the light or the moon or the stars be not darkened, nor the clouds return after the rain; in the day when the keepers of the house shall tremble, and the strong men shall bow themselves, and the grinders cease because they are few, and those that look out of the windows be darkened...
Pagina 6 - Thou art the source and centre of all minds, Their only point of rest, eternal Word ! From thee departing, they are lost and rove At random, without honour, hope, or peace. From thee is all that soothes the life of man, His high endeavour, and his glad success, His strength to suffer, and his will to serve.
Pagina 128 - The sorrows of death compassed me, and the pains of hell gat hold upon me: I found trouble and sorrow. 4 Then called I upon the name of the LORD; O LORD, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.
Pagina 271 - For all things are yours ; whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come ; all are yours ; and ye are Christ's ; and Christ is God's.
Pagina 311 - And I will make an everlasting covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them, to do them good; but I will put my fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me.


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You are going to let the fear of poverty govern your life; and your reward will be that you will eat, but you will not live.
It is a curious sensation: the sort of pain that goes mercifully beyond our powers of feeling. When your heart is broken, your boats are burned: nothing matters any more. It is the end of happiness and the beginning of peace.


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It's time to build up that homestead fire service with some new machinery and two new volunteers, Hank and Ted who keep things going with one of the more humorous storyline setups.
As per usual, it's a popup that will welcome us...
That's going to kick off the five mission thread (all details HERE) and the four step build (all details HERE), of a portable fire engine with pumps.
The fires are spreading from our Railway Station and we'll now see flash fires popping up over the homestead. They can appear when using Steel or Brass Forges or when clearing debris.
They act like injured animals with us needing to collect Hard Water to put them out...
Or, when completed, use the water cannon on the Fire Wagon.
As you complete the missions and the Fire Wagon the chance of the Flash Fires appearing will drop away.
We'll see two new items, one new free gift tree, and one mission reward animal. Both of which will be available for Horseshoes.
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By Judith Ireland and Rachel Browne
Former speaker Anna Burke has praised Christopher Pyne's composure on the ABC's Q&A, saying the Education Minister handled a protest from university students "brilliantly", while the show's crew were rattled by the episode.
The ABC had to temporarily abandon its live broadcast on Monday night, after the student group began to protest about proposed higher education cuts.
The students unfurled a banner about an upcoming protest over the set where the panel - which also included Ms Burke - was sitting and began to chant. When host Tony Jones could not control the chanting, the ABC temporarily cut to an old episode of the program, while the students were evicted from the ABC1 studios.
Ms Burke explained on Tuesday morning that because the protesters were behind the panel, it was difficult for Jones to address the group, "so I'm going to defend him a bit".
She added that the crew on the floor were "quite rattled".
While the Labor MP acknowledged that the group had their slogan - which "included no cuts, no fees, no corporate universities" - "down pat" they unfurled their banner the wrong way around.
"It was all a bit of a schemozzle, and I think it actually destroyed their message," she told ABC Radio in Melbourne.
Ms Burke said that other students in the audience also told the protesters to "knock it off".
She that while protest was a "legitimate thing", it did not assist public debate to be rude, obnoxious and "shutting down a forum".
Ms Burke - who had to control Mr Pyne on many occasions when she sat in the speaker's chair - said that the Education Minister handled the situation "brilliantly".
"He was probably less rattled than anybody else," she said.
As the protest continued, Mr Pyne joked to Jones, "does this mean you won't have me again?".
In the lead up to the protest, the students launched a series of questions aimed at Mr Pyne, focussing on proposed changes to higher education, which would entail increased competition from private colleges and higher fees.
The protest provoked an instant reaction on social media, sparking a debate about democracy and how Jones handled the protest.
Australian Liberal Students' Federation spokesperson Matthew Lesh condemned the disruption to the debate that had been taking place on the show.
"This demonstration displays the willingness of the extreme left to use disruptive and ferocious methods," Mr Lesh said.
"Tonight's protests are an embarrassment to students, and do not in any sense represent the regular student body."
A number of Twitter users praised the students' efforts in drawing attention to the higher education cuts and criticised their forced removal from the studio. But others disagreed, saying the unruly protest was damaging their cause.
"The riot on #qanda is indicative of how deeply Australians feel about the destruction of education the Abbott Govt is inflicting on us," education commentator Maralyn Parker tweeted.
Protester Brigitte Garozzo tweeted that the outburst was driven by anger at Mr Pyne's proposed deregulation plans.
"Stop deregulating our universities and we wouldn't have to protest like this. YOU DONT LISTEN," she wrote.
She said the protest was organised by the Education Action Group from the University of Sydney, not the Socialist Alternative.
This is not the first time Q&A was the site of a protest.
In 2010, an audience member threw his shoes at former Prime Minister John Howard, when he ws unhappy at answers over Australia's involvement in the Iraq War.


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Using eduroam based on an account from another institutiuon
If you are a visiting scientist or a visiting student at the Nicolaus Copernicus University, then it is quite likely that you may already have an eduroam account at your home institution. If so then you should be able to connect to eduroam at NCU and you may stop reading here.
If your home institution participates in eduroam but you did not set up an account there, then we suggest that you do so now. You might start by looking at the eduroam configuration tool and see if your home institution is listed there or by checking your institution pages for instructions.
Using eduroam with a local NCU account
If your institution does not participate in eduroam or your affiliation to NCU is permanent, then you can set up eduroam access based on your account at NCU. This account will provide you with full access to eduroam but the account will be valid only for the time of your visit, work or study at NCU.
For systems other than Android an eduroam configurator can be downloaded from global eduroam configuration service eduroam CAT. From that page
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- Download the installer and provide username and password for your (full) account name at NCU. For instance for Erasmus students this would be something like firstname.lastname@example.com
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Beware the Ides of March
OK, so that's the Greek Parthenon and nowhere near Rome where Julius Caesar was assassinated after being told to beware the Ides of March. And, really, it's not even the Parthenon but a replica in Nashville, TN.
But hey, I really have to use the photo as often as possible. It's also in the prologue.
As to the "Ides of March", I always have to look up just exactly what that means. The Romans used the word "Idus" to refer to the 15th day of March, May, July, and October, and the 13th day of the other eight months. The Ides of March, in particular, was a festival day dedicated to the god Mars.
I'm not the superstitious type, and probably neither are you, but it is kind of odd that we've had a Friday the 13th and an Ides of March on the same weekend - both on days you're likely to drive on a weekend trip to eat pie.
Better drive safely tonight - I'm just saying.
Of course, you might point out that the Ides of March has come and the day largely over, but as the soothsayer is said to have reminded Caesar as he headed to the Senate and his death, "Aye Caesar, but not gone."
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Do not download these, says ICELUnknown
Just a reminder that there are vast numbers of chant settings of the new ICEL texts sitting right here for free download but ICEL will not permit you to download them. So you can't practice them, comment on them so as to improve them, use them to build support for the new texts, or otherwise see what is coming.
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GMB members working at the BMA are to take industrial action for the first time on Wednesday 20th June.
The workers are fighting for a decent pay rise, in recognition of the hard work they have done for the organisation. Supporters are urged to show their solidarity by visiting the picket line outside BMA House from 8am onwards on Wednesday 20th June.


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Entrepreneurs, please stop accosting people in coffee shops.
I know that idiots like me have been telling you about the wonders of guerrilla user research. Some of us may even have included it in our books. Apparently, we were not clear enough about when testing something in a coffee shop is a reasonable option, since many of you have decided to do this to the exclusion of absolutely everything else.
Stop accosting people in coffee shops. Guerrilla research can hurt your product. — Tweet This
What Is Guerrilla Usability Testing?
Let's do a very quick recap. Guerrilla Research is what we call a very specific form of usability testing. It involves, at a high level, hanging out in public places and asking people to use your product in exchange for coffee.
What's It Good For?
Guerrilla Usability is a fast and cheap way of getting a certain type of feedback on one type of product.
It can be very effective if all of the following criteria are met:
- you have a consumer-oriented product that does not require any specialized knowledge to use
- you want to know if people who have never seen your product before can understand your value proposition immediately
- you want to know if brand new users can perform a single, very specific task using your product
What Does It Suck At?
Everything else.
But Why Can't You Use It for…?
The worst abuse of this research methodology is when entrepreneurs use it to determine whether people WANT to use their product. This is horrific on so many levels.
Getting 20 people at a random Starbucks to smile politely at you while you pitch them your idea does not constitute validation. People are generally polite, and most of them will nod encouragingly and agree that your product is probably fantastic in exchange for a $5 Frappuccino. Even if they didn't lie just to get you to go away, they'd still be incapable of telling you whether or not they would use your product, since people are really bad at telling the future.
A major problem with trying to figure out if people will love your product based on this sort of testing is that, even if your product is aimed at "everyone" (and that's own problem, really), it's not necessarily aimed at the people you'll find in any given coffee shop. And even if it's specifically for people in coffee shops, there's no saying whether or not those people would have found or understood or used your product on their own, if you hadn't been standing there offering it to them.
Just trust me on this. You will never find out if people like your product by talking to strangers in coffee shops. Stop it. You're wasting your time.
You will never find out if people like your product by talking to strangers in coffee shops. — Tweet This
Also, you won't find out if it's usable or useful to anybody beyond the first five minutes of usage, since that's all the time you're likely to have. If you have a product that is only useful with repeated usage, coffee shop testing isn't going to help you. All you get to see is the onboarding process, so if you're ignoring other types of longer form research (diary studies, current user observations, etc.), you're probably going to end up with a really well tested onboarding process and a really confusing product.
Finally, if your product is designed to be used by a specific type of user, or even a general consumer in a specific type of context, you're screwed if you're only doing guerrilla research. For example, if your product is for accountants, it's very likely to have loads of content that wouldn't be at all understandable to an average person on the street. That's ok!
Not every product needs to be perfectly understandable to every person. We don't design airplane cockpits so that just anybody can walk in and fly a plane. It's not a reasonable expectation. But if you're getting feedback from non-accountants or non-pilots on your accounting software or your cockpit design, you're going to get suggestions that will probably make the product worse for your actual users.
The same goes for context of use. Something that might seem perfectly usable in a Starbucks with decent lighting, a good wifi connection, and a flat surface might not be that great if the product is meant to be used one-handed on a crowded bus or when sprinting through an airport or while driving a car. Context can have an enormous impact on the usability of a product.
What Can You Do Instead?
I'm not actually saying you can never use coffee shop testing. It's a reasonable tool for a very limited set of research objectives.
But branch out a bit. Figure out what you want to learn, and then do the work to understand the best method for learning that. As an added bonus, you'll stop getting kicked out of all those coffee shops.
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All the standard PAF stuff, none of the snake oil.
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Plastic is poisonous to humans, animals and the planet. Unfortunately, it is an integral part of our daily lives. What's more, every bit of plastic we have created still exists, and will never leave this planet. Latest research shows that since the 1950's we have created about 9 billion tonnes of plastic – enough to cover all of Argentina, ankle deep. Of this, only 9% has been recycled, 12% has been incinerated, and 79% of it is sitting in a landfill. There will be more plastic in the ocean than fish by 2050.
There is abundant information online about plastic pollution, its toxic impact, the urgency with which this issue needs to be dealt with, and what we can start doing immediately. A good resource to begin educating yourself with is: http://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org/
What's not talked about enough is what some amazing people are doing to find sustainable solutions that reduce plastic pollution. Here are some extraordinary examples:
4Ocean: Started by two surfers devastated by the amount of plastic they saw in the oceans, 4Oceans was born to fund and initiate ocean clean ups. Each recycled bracelet you buy from them funds the removal of 1 pound of trash from the ocean and coastlines. In less than 2 years, 4Ocean has removed 588,818 pounds of trash, operates out of multiple countries and employs over 150 people worldwide.
Aarohana: Launched in 2015 by two former IT professionals Amita Deshpande and Nandan Bhat, Aarohana is a social enterprise that upcycles waste plastic into handcrafted fabric that is used to make funky bags, home decor and office utilities. In the process, it provides a livelihood to members of a tribal community in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, a union territory in Western India. They collect plastic trash from the oceans, sanitize it, and then weave the plastic thread into usable items with a traditional handloom. Check them out here – great for daily use, or as a gift. More on their story and inspiration here.
Eco Domum: Founded by Carlos Daniel Gonzalez, Eco Domum builds sustainable and affordable housing for those living under the poverty line in Mexico using recycled plastic. The startup works with local trash collectors in Puebla to get the plastic they need to build the homes. Each house uses around 2 tonnes of plastic, is about 430-460 square feet with 2 bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom. The house can be ready in a week and costs a meagre $273 to build. Yes, I couldn't believe it either.
Madiba: A non-profit in Cameroon started by student Ismael Essom Ebone makes fishing boats out of plastic bottles. The boats or 'ecological canoes' are strong and seaworthy; they address the plastic issue, help local fisherman, and ultimately help the local economy.
In a nutshell, all you might need to start with something is a little bit of imagination and the belief that you can do it. These stories are so encouraging and mind-opening. Nothing is impossible!
Know of any such ideas whose story needs to be told? Please write in, we would love to feature them here.


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I've finished my Permaculture Diploma (all the designs and so on are up here)! I'll be doing my final presentation at the London Permaculture Festival this Sunday, from 11:30-1:30. There are three of us doing a bunch of mini-talks and chatting to people about urban permaculture and the diploma, so it's not just 2 straight hours of being talked at.
Come along if you're free; there's loads of stuff going on at the festival as a whole, and if you're at all interested in permaculture it's well worth going.


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Are you preparing for a mouth swab drug test? are you looking for the best saliva drug neutralizing pill? You shall find out the best detox pills to pass a drug tests in this article today.
You already know that passing a drug test at times can be tricky but one of the guaranteed ways to pass this test is by taking detox pills.
What are detox pills?
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Detox pills are drugs taken for the purpose of cleansing your body system thereby getting rid of all the toxic substances that are present.
Meanwhile, you already know that excessive intake of drugs is harmful to the body which is the reason most people are tested in order to confirm that they are not drug addicts.
But in a situation whereby it is paramount for you to pass this drug before you can proceed with some important appointment, then you should consider taking some of these detox pills that will be discussed as you read through.
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The detox pills selected here are the most recommended and the top choices for people who are willing to pass a drug test. So let's check them out below;
1. THC 2 Day Pro Detox Kit
THC 2 Day Pro Detox Kit stands out to be one of the most recommended pills to pass different categories of drug test including urine tests, saliva tests, and blood tests. This product has been tested and confirmed working based on a lot of reviews gathered from both kinds of research online and offline. Meanwhile, there are different plans for this pill where the most common of all is the 10 – day plan.
- It is a quality detox pill
- It gives a wonderful result
- It is affordable
- They offer money-back guarantee
- It has a testing kit to check your chances of passing a drug test.
- Guarantees two days body detoxification.
2. Rescue Detox ( Permanent 5 – Days Detox)
One of the main selling points of these detox pills is that it cleanses your body system permanently except the toxin is later introduced. This product is one of the top-selling best detox pills to pass drug tests in the market today with a lot of positive feedback from its customers. It is a good option for those who want to pass a drug test without stress because it has been proven to help detoxify various categories of drugs. A pack of Rescue Detox comes with 12 capsules where 4 are meant for the detoxification while 8 are meant to regulate your body system.
- Pros
- It provides you with a permanent result.
- It cleanses your body system in 5 – days
- It provides quality results and has been tested by several customers.
3. Stat Flush
Stat Flush has been proven to be among the best detox pills to pass drug tests because I found out that it has so many five star reviews on Amazon. So many verified customers of this pill claimed that it will work when used as directed. This product has been said to be the one the fastest because it is capable of masking the toxins present in your body system even if you have got a few hours to take your drug test. A bottle of stat flush is known to contain only five pills to be used as directed.
- It has been confirmed working by its users
- It gives fast results
- It can mask several categories of toxins
- It is easy to take
- It has recorded a high success rate
- It works temporarily – last for about 3 – 4 hours
- You can't take the pills along with a caffeine
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4. Super QCaps ( Herbal Clean)
This yet another great pill that can help you pass a drug test. The super QCaps is a product herbal clean that has been repackaged to a 4 capsule pack meant to hide the harmful substances present in your body system. This product is made from some major nutrients and herbs which makes it able to mask the toxin present in your body system for about 5 hours. This simply implies that Super QCaps is a temporary pill for you to pass a drug test.
- It is made with a lot of vitamins and minerals
- It is one of the best last-minute preparations to pass a drug test.
- It processes for as fast as 45 minutes.
- It works temporarily for passing a drug test
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5. Herbal Pre – Cleanse Formula
This also belongs to the list of the best detox pills to pass drug tests. This pill has been tested and confirmed by its customers who have given it some five-star review. It has been proven to eliminate unwanted substances like drugs from your body system within a reasonable period of time. The period at which you get results takes about 12 to 30 days after consistently taking the pills daily. Well, this actually depends on the toxicity and the rate of metabolism of the person. A bottle of Herbal Pre – Cleanse Formula comes with 60 tablets where two tablets are to be taken daily for 30 days.
- It has been confirmed working by several customers.
- It detoxifies your body system generally.
- It cannot be used for an emergency drug test
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When Can You Consume Detox Pills?
Let's quickly talk about some of the situations when you can take detox pills so that you don't go wrong with it.
- When you want to test negative for a drug test.
- When you want to lose weight
- When you want to promote the proper functioning of your liver and kidney.
- When you want to boost your body's immune system.
- When you want to cut your body fat.
- When you want to boost your body metabolism
Conclusion – Best Detox Pills To Pass Drug Tests
Based on a series of reviews that I have come across online and also our personal review of these detox pills. We'll advise you to go for the Rescue Detox Pills because the product stands out to be the best fit for everyone who wishes to test negative for an upcoming drug test.
Another best detox pills to pass drug tests you can try out is the super QCaps herbal cleanser. Not only is this a natural product, but it is also very effective. Its potency can be felt as far as 45 minutes.
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Finally, there are other methods of passing a compulsory saliva drug test for example, aside from detox pills, we also have detox mouthwashes that have proven to be effective for some time now.
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Can Ridge Industries Ltd. is accepting applications for a full time mobile stiff boom / folding boom crane operator to work within the Lower Mainland.
Can Ridge Industries Ltd. is a full service transportation and crane company. We provide logistical solutions for commercial and industrial products. Our equipment operates throughout B.C. with our flatdecks also servicing the Western USA. With our wide range of equipment, we are able to handle large capacity loads, high reach locations of up to 90 feet, and work in crowded sites.
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Transparency. It seems like such a simple word, but it also seems to come with a lot of strings attached. What's the truth – and could transparency in branding be the key to strengthening your relationship with customers?
Businesses Putting Transparency First
There are many in the business world who will tell you that transparency is optional — especially for small businesses. They'll tell you that nobody is demanding information from your company and you don't necessarily have to be forthcoming if there's no active pursuit of information from outside the organization. Unfortunately, this is poor advice.
Today's customers are much savvier than ever before. This is partially because they have massive quantities of information and data available to them with just a few strokes of the keyboard. Whereas a small business like yours may have gotten away with safeguarding information in the past, modern customers have an expectation that they should be able to know what's going on behind the scenes.
While we can discuss transparency in hypothetical and clinical terms for days and days, it's helpful to take a firsthand look at this topic to grasp the true value of transparency and its many applications. The following three companies are good examples.
1. Buffer
Buffer is one of the leading providers of social media tools and resources for businesses looking to increase fan engagement and drive traffic. They're also one of the leaders in transparency and are constantly coming up with unique ways to promote trust in the marketplace.
In a step that was totally unprecedented at the time (and still is today), one way Buffer has made a commitment to demonstrating transparency is by releasing all employee salary information to the public. They also explain their pricing strategies, publicize diversity information, and touch on revenue figures.
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2. Triniti
Founded in the late 1990s, Triniti provides business and application consulting services, as well as software products that are designed to help clients maximize the value of Oracle's e-Business suite. While there's a lot of competition in this market, Triniti has found a way to differentiate from the pack through the prioritization of transparency.
This focus starts from the top, with CEO Srinath Alamela making key decisions by first filtering them through the context of transparency. And while most businesses assume that transparency only influences customer relationships, it also has a direct impact on how you deal with business partners.
"It is important that your partners in any shared initiative [understand your commitment to transparency] so that they do not take you for granted," Alamela says. "In fact it is transparency that allows the bad apples to fall off as they are forced to being transparent and they are not comfortable doing that. Transparency also fosters recognition of common goals as in you are not saying one thing while covertly trying to achieve something else."
3. Zappos
Zappos, the ecommerce shoe and apparel giant, always leads the way when it comes to progressive business strategies. And while many companies are just now stumbling upon the idea of transparency, it's something that Zappos has prioritized for years. It's built right into their core values and reveals itself in many unique ways.
One of the ways in which Zappos promotes transparency is by being totally open with vendors when it comes to internal information. Instead of trying to hide secrets or use private information to establish leverage, Zappos believes in giving vendors complete visibility. The result is more trusting relationships that strengthen the organization at very foundational levels.
Three Tips for Making Transparency a Priority
Transparency sounds great, but how do you — as a small business owner — make transparency a priority within your own organization? This is a question that many are asking, but one that few small business "coaches" and "consultants" are answering. With that being said, let's take a brief look at some ways you can put transparency first in your company.
1. Invest in Content
How do you best communicate your commitment to transparency to the largest number of people possible? In 2017, the answer is through quality digital content. From blogging and website content to social media and podcasts, good content that aligns with your brand's core values is a high-returning solution.
The key to content marketing is to hone in on your brand story and make sure every piece of content you publish is consistent with this story. Spend some time working on your voice and only work with writers who can fully embody this voice.
2. Publish Data
"If it's relevant to what you do, the people affected have a right to know," points out Experts Exchange, a leading online community for tech professionals. "All too often, critical details of how a company operates are divulged on a 'need to know' basis. However, as soon as one of those details becomes public knowledge, that business's reputation — and the reputation of the people running it — are compromised."
One way you can put transparency first is by publishing relevant data and information. There's always value in keeping certain information safeguarded — such as proprietary technology, trade secrets, etc. — but if it's something that could eventually come out anyway, it's beneficial to be forthcoming.
3. Take Customers Behind the Scenes
"One of my favorite brands to follow on Snapchat is Everlane, an online-only clothing boutique out of San Francisco," social media expert A.A. Currey says. "They sell effortless, high quality California basics, and their Snapchat stories are always clean, simple, and very Californian (read: sunny and fun.) But that's not the main reason I follow them. I follow them because they often use the Snapchat story function to feature their employees, many of whom seem to embody that brand spirit."
Currey is touching on something that's paramount in the pursuit of transparency: pulling back the curtain and bringing people behind the scenes. Thankfully, it's never been easier to give customers a peek into what's happening. Leverage the opportunities you have in this area to forge stronger relationships with your audience.
Don't Underestimate the Value of Transparency in Business
Transparency is not just a buzzword or vague business principle that you include in your list of core values for investors and customers to applaud. Transparency is a tangible thing that must be proactively sought after and implemented. And as soon as you begin to prioritize transparency, you'll notice a huge difference in how you interact with your employees, customers, and key business partners.
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Osborne School Prom 2017
This years 'Leavers Prom' was another rip-roaring success. The theme was 'The Cruise Ship' and involved boat paraphernalia scattered around the hall. You can see from the video and pictures the huge effort staff put in to change the school hall into a prom ready venue. Glorious food, music, drinks and dancing was enjoyed by all. An unforgettable night for our young people and their families to enjoy forever.
Below photos are by Clare McErlean.


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Why choose the Real Estate Centre? Simply put, we are dedicated to providing you with expert information and excellent service at a great price. Over the past 20 years the Real Estate Centre has helped over 100,000 individuals start, and advance, their real estate careers. At the Real Estate Centre, we combine tried and true methods with new technologies to provide you with the best learning experience available. More


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Whats the humdrum about Chaps? Adventures into Victorian Science Fiction and Steampunk with ramblings about Aeronefs, Dirigibles, Land Ironclads, Anarchists, Dinosaur Hunting, Terranefs, Aquanefs, Mad Scientists, and all manner of electric contraptions and steam conveyances. It may not make sense, but there will be claret and a nice cheese board at the end. Tally-Ho and "Vôtre dans une sauce au vin blanc!"
Tuesday 12 July 2011
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An independent expert health panel established by the Federal Government says there is mostly limited, or in some cases no evidence, that human exposure to PFAS is linked with human disease.
The long awaited report has just been released.
Importantly, the panel concluded there is "no current evidence that suggests an increase in overall cancer risk".
The panel also said much of the evidence available is weak and inconsistent and that decisions to minimise exposure to PFAS chemicals should be largely based on their known ability to persist and accumulate in the body.
The initial blood tests from Katherine residents show some high contamination levels from PFAS.
Australia's chief medical officer, Professor Brendan Murphy, today released the advice from the Expert Health Panel for PFAS.
The panel was established in October 2017 to advise the Government on the potential health impacts associated with PFAS exposure, and identify priority areas for further research.
Comprised of experts in the fields of environmental health, toxicology, epidemiology and public health, the panel considered the evidence available from both Australian and international scientific research as well as the views of the public in forming its advice to the Government.
It met three times between October 2017 and February 2018 and conducted extensive out-of-session work.
The panel found the evidence on health effects associated with PFAS exposure is limited.
It acknowledges there is some research that identifies associations with health outcomes such as high cholesterol.
However, there is limited or no evidence of human disease accompanying these associations and many of them are not considered to be clinically significant and require further research.
The panel's report has been provided to the National Health and Medical Research Council and it will be used to inform the $12.5 million National Research Program into the Human Health Effects of Prolonged Exposure to PFAS.
The panel's findings support the Environmental Health Standing Committee's advice that there is no consistent evidence that exposure to PFAS causes adverse human health effects.
However, given the chemicals continue to persist in humans and the environment, exposure to them should be minimised.
The panel advised the evidence does not support any specific screening or health interventions for highly-exposed groups — except for research purposes.
It also concluded there was insufficient evidence of causation between PFAS exposure and any adverse health outcomes.
When reviewing the panel's report, it is important to understand the difference between an association and causation.
An association indicates a relationship between one thing measured and another — in this case, PFAS exposure and an adverse health outcome.
Causation means that the thing measured directly causes a change in the other.
The panel recommended future research focus on long-term studies, adding PFAS exposure to existing research, and utilising linkable data from other health studies that relate to exposed communities.
The Federal Government said it was committed to supporting communities and responding effectively to PFAS contamination.
This commitment has included reducing exposure from contaminated drinking water, providing mental health and counselling services, funding an epidemiological study into potential health effects and providing access to free blood tests for PFAS on a voluntary basis.
The Expert Health Panel for PFAS's report is available on the Department of Health website at health.gov.au/pfas.
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